| Text on the reverse reads: "Hotel Weyauwega. 'Here We Rest.' Weyauwega, Wisconsin 54983." A wooden plaque at the Weyauwega Hotel, surrounded by a brick archway, underneath is a stone plaque with the date "1899." There is a painting of a cornucopia at the top. The plaque reads:
"Heritage.
When Wisconsin was granted statehood in 1848, Gill's Landing on the Wolf River provided access to this area for passengers and supplies. Farms and settled communities were few in number and the connecting trails and foot paths offered hazardous travel.
Henry Tourtellott and his Indian wife were the first known residents to migrate to this locality, where a small mill was put into operation on the present dam site of our river.
Eight years later in 1856 additional settlers made it possible for this community to incorporate as a village.
Long a favorite campsite of the Winnebago tribe, the village was given the Indian name of Weyauwega, translating to 'Here We Rest.' They called the river Waupaca, meaning 'Tomorrow.'
As Weyauwega has grown and prospered in the intervening years, so too has this Hotel weathered the seasons with grace and dignity. It has welcomed many guests and travelers. Originally built on this site in 1852, four years before the town incorporated, the present structure was re-built in 1899, as shown on the keystone block.
To the men and women who founded our town with loving care and hard labor, we offer our respect and admiration. Grant us their faith and dedication to carry on in their footsteps.
To the friendly Indians whose beautiful language inspired our name and location, we submit praise and gratitude.
To you, our guests, a warm heartfelt welcome.
May the ensuing years continue to smile upon us." |
