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Water Power Location in the Fox River Valley, Wisconsin
Map
This map shows the dams and locks of the Fox River between Neenah, in Winnebago County, Wisconsin, and Kaukauna, in Outagamie County. The cities and villages, roads, and railroads in the area are also shown. A chart gives the population, fall in river in feet, and horse power of water at various points on the river.
circa 1892
Edwards & Orbison (Appleton, Wis.) (cartographer)
Publication Information
| Creator | Edwards & Orbison (Appleton, Wis.) (cartographer) |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Appleton, Wis., Edwards & Orbison |
| Date Created | circa 1892 |
| Language | English |
Physical Description
| Format | Map |
|---|---|
| Extent | 1 map |
| Dimensions | 43 x 62 cm, on sheet 48 x 68 cm |
| Scale | [circa 1:31,680] |
Collection Information
| Digital Collection | Maps and Atlases |
|---|---|
| Call Number | H GX9028 F79 1892 E |
| Catalog Record | https://search.library.wisc.edu/catalog/9910104082302121 |
Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES |
|---|---|
| Rights Holder | Wisconsin Historical Society |
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Lands of the South Kaukauna Water Power Co.
1891
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Appleton Lock 3 Maritime Trails Marker
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Fox River
1905
Fox River with a view of Appleton in the background. Caption reads: "Water Power, Appleton, Wis."
Fox River Water Power
1905
View from hill looking down towards the Fox river. Caption reads: "Fox River Water Power, Appleton, Wis."
Appleton Lock 2 Maritime Trails Marker
Fox River
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