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| The Peshtigo River - Where many ran to on the night of the fire in hopes their lives would be spared. |
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| Memorial stone at the Peshtigo River bridge |
"This bridge crosses the river that has been the heart of the community since the founding of Peshtigo.
This river provides power for our commerce and daily lives. This river also protected some of our citizens who sought refuge in these waters during the great fire of Oct. 8th, 1871
The citizens of Peshtigo dedicate the bridge over the River In honor of those who have served and defended our country And those who protected, defended and rebuilt our community
From the embers of ruined hope, may the germs of virtuous industry spring, while nature in tears, weeping over the blackened funeral pile, shall plant, as the seasons come and go, fresh roses of Spring o'er the ashes of the dead.
The Marinette and Peshtigo Eagle
Saturday, October 14, 1871
Dedicated october 8, 2012"
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