History of Antigo, Wisconsin, USA

The city of Antigo was founded in 1878 by Francis A. Deleglise and George Eckart.

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1885 - THE FIERY FIEND. THE ANTIGO CONFLAGRATION AND OTHER FIRES.
Further Particulars of the Big Lumber Fire at Antigo—Matters are Considerably Mixed as to Actual Losses.

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... Read MORE...

1895 - Antigo
Anti'go, a city, the capital of Langdale co., Wis, 97 miles by rail N.N.W. of Oshkosh, It has 7 churches, 2 banks, 4 newspaper offices, graded schools, and wood manufactures. Pop. in 1890, 4424.
Lippincott's Gazetteer of the World: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World Containing Notices of Over One Hundred and Twenty-five Thousand Places ... Joseph Thomas January 1, 1895 J.B. Lippincott

In the early part of the 1900s, Antigo was best known for its sawmills.

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1902 - (Antigo) Carnegie library built on the corner of 7th Avenue and Superior Street.

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1916
Anti'go, a banking city, the capital of Langlade oo., Wis., on the Chicago and Northwestern R., 96 miles NNW. of Oshkosh. It has railroad-shops, breweries, foundries, manufactures of wood and iron, etc. Pop. in 1900, 5145.
Lippincotts New Gazetteer: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World, Containing the Most Recent and Authentic Information Respecting the Countries, Cities, Towns, Resorts, Islands, Rivers, Mountains, Seas, Lakes, Etc., in Every Portion of the Globe, Part 1 Angelo Heilprin Louis Heilprin - January 1, 1916 J.B. Lippincott - Publisher

1942 - Army Flier Killed In Antigo Crash
Antigo, Wis. - (UP) - The first serious accident since a preliminary glider training school was established here June 1, resulted in the death of Pvt. C. W. Stanford, Farmersville, Tex., this week.
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.
The Sheboygan Press
Sheboygan, Wisconsin
October 3, 1942

Antigo, Wisconsin might not be the biggest town, but it's got its own charm and things to explore. Here's a mix of local spots and activities you might enjoy:
Langlade County Historical Society Museum:

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.

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