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History of Antigo, Wisconsin, USA
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About Antigo
The name "Antigo" comes from the Chippewa Indian name for the river that flows through the area, "Nequi-Antigo-sebi" meaning "spring river" or "evergreen."
The city was founded in 1876 by Francis A. Deleglise, accompanied by George Eckart. The city gained its charter in 1883.
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THE ANTIGO FIRE.
Complete and accurate information concerning the losses at the big lumber fire at Antigo yesterday, and the different parties interested has not been obtainable today. J. H. Wood left for Antigo this morning without having received further advices. D. L. Libbey also went up today to look after the interests of the Williamson & Libbey Lumber company, and members of the Paine Lumber company were this afternoon unable to give any additional information. The business arrangements of the different firms who sustained losses by the fire appear to be so complicated by different contacts for lumber and for sawing logs, that at present it seems impossible to ascertain just how much each has lost and to what extent they are secured. It was, however, learned this afternoon that the Williamson & Libbey Company have $11,000 insurance on lumber on which they have advanced...
He suffered burns Oct. 1 from which he died when the plane he was piloting crashed on the Joe Frisch farm near Antigo. Capt. Ross M. Clem of the school said that the cause of the crash had not been determined.
Frisch at two other farmers pulled Stanford from the flaming wreckage of his plane after watching it crash. The flyer was said to have been on a routine training flight.
Delve into the history of Antigo and Langlade County. It's a great place to learn about the roots of the community.
Antigo Lake Park:
Take a stroll around Antigo Lake Park. It's a serene place with walking trails, perfect for a relaxing afternoon.
Kettlebowl Ski Area:
If you're there in winter, try some skiing or snowboarding at Kettlebowl. It's a local favorite for winter sports.
Robbins' Lake:
A beautiful spot for fishing and boating. Grab a fishing rod or just relax by the lake.
Heart of Wisconsin Trail:
If you're into biking or hiking, check out the Heart of Wisconsin Trail. It's a scenic trail that showcases the beauty of the region.
Country Kitchen:
Grab a bite at Country Kitchen for some hearty American comfort food. It's a local diner with a cozy atmosphere.
Libby McNeill's Downtown:
This is a popular spot for drinks and pub fare. A good place to unwind in the evenings.
Antigo Farmers...
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