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Valuing Our History

Articles dedicated to preserving and exploring the rich heritage, historical landmarks, and pioneer stories of Wellington County.

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Entrepreneurs attempted to make lignite a Luther industry

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Three hotels operated at Marden in the 19th century

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Donkey baseball was popular attraction in mid-20th century

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East Luther native had remarkable career in Oregon

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Major storm struck Wellington County in July 1870

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Orton woman tried to poison thieving school children a century ago

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German immigrant Bill Geiger prospered in Fergus

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Farmers political picnic in 1897 featured notable speakers

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Does anyone remember the old Wellington County Police Association?

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Turnout in municipal elections was frequently low in the 20th century

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Effective local government began with Baldwin Act in 1849

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Beatty firm marked 60th anniversary with big celebration in 1934

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