1898 30-40 Krag Help

[Jimbo]

I was wondering if any gun enthusiasts could help me with a gun I found cleaning out my in-laws' estate. Taking a last run through the house I got up in the attic with a mag light and in a far, dusty corner saw a black garbage bag inbetween the beams. It's an 1898 30-40 US Government issue (Springfield Armory) Krag Jorgensen which I know was used in the Spanish American War. From my untrained eye I'd say it's in very good to perfect condition and not "sported" or refinished. I think it belonged to one of my wife's relatives who was also a founding member of the Downingtown, PA VFW (founding members included those who fought in the Spanish American War and WW I). Unfortunately, I'm having difficulty contacting them. Is there a way to find out who a rifle was issued to by the serial number? If I can confirm some things I'm going to donate the rifle to the VFW. Thanks.