Plochman, Barbara B. - The Cutover, October 22, 2003
Paper description
The story of Wisconsin - focusing on the North Central area around New Auburn. The effect of glaciers on the land, the arrival of Europeans, the "cutover" of the white pine forests (logging, logging life, lumber business, and dispersal of the land after the clearing lumber barons). Also growth of businesses, colleges, and New Auburn (population 485) in the 21st century.
Dates
- Creation: October 22, 2003
Creator
- From the Collection: Winnetka Fortnightly (Organization)
Conditions Governing Access
The Winnetka Fortnightly records are open for research in the Special Collections Reading Room; 1 box at a time (Priority III). Meeting minutes and members' biographies are restricted; consult Curator of Modern Manuscripts for information.
Repository Details
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