Baraboo; a community as unique as its name; had the same beginnings as many other southern Wisconsin cities--but its development throughout the 19th century set it apart. Starting in 1839; several dams were built along the Baraboo River rapids and a typical mill town formed. Baraboos population began to rise when it became the county seat in 1846. With the arrival of the railroad in 1871; the village doubled in size within a decade. The railroad also brought exposure to the nearby natural beauty of Devils Lake; increasing tourism significantly. Baraboos greatest claim to fame began when the Ringling Brothers established a circus there in 1884. Americas largest circus enterprise; Ringling Brothers made Baraboo their winter home every year until 1918.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. very informative. a special placeBy Patti JackoSpring Grove Cemetery in Cincinnat is very special to me as my parents are buried there. I am a volunteer administrator with findagrave.com for Spring Grove so I did learn more about this beautiful place. It deepened my appreciation for the artwork and the horticultural traditions. I do think some of the pictures (such o thas James West) didnt do the monuments justice.2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Very interesting!By Barbara HillI found this book especially interesting and very well-written. There were lots of pictures. explanations. and good subject matter. I will look for more books by these authors.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Love this bookBy Jackie I. LaneyLove this book. This book should be bought if you love cemeteries and live in Cincinnati or the suburbs or are planning to visit Cincinnati.
