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	Prairie du Chien Wisconsin
		Prairie du Chien is the oldest community on the Upper Mississippi River dating back to 1673.
		Prairie du Chien history can also be explored by horse and carriage rides, and by various educational sightseeing river cruises.
		Prairie du Chien is along the migration route and, is a normal wintering area for these birds in the Mississippi River valley.
	www.wistravel.com /cities_in_wisconsin/prairie_du_chien_wisconsin (434 words)

	Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Prairie du Chien, WI Prairie du Chien is the county seat of Crawford County, Wisconsin.
		The city of Prairie du Chien is located alongside the Mississippi River, between the Town of Prairie du Chien and the Town of Bridgeport.
		Prairie du Chien is located within the Mississippi River Valley, upon a long triangular plain that is bounded on the west by the Mississippi River, on the south by the Wisconsin River, and on the east-northeast by a series of tall bluffs.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Prairie_du_Chien,_Wisconsin (1854 words)

	McGregor, Iowa - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		MacGregor planned the new city as a six block development, and it was quickly populated, being incorporated as McGregor in 1857.
		In 1874, the system of ferrying railroad cars across the river between North McGregor and Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin, was brought to an end when Prairie du Chien businessman John Lawler commissioned the construction of a permanent pontoon bridge to connect the two cities' rail lines.
		In the city the population was spread out with 19.1% under the age of 18, 7.5% from 18 to 24, 24.3% from 25 to 44, 24.0% from 45 to 64, and 25.1% who were 65 years of age or older.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/McGregor,_Iowa (699 words)

	Wisconsin's Great River Road - River Towns - Prairie du Chien (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
		Prairie du Chien has a population of 6,047 and serves as the county seat for Crawford County, which has a population of 16,704.
		Prairie du Chien's Calendar of Events is filled year-round with special events and activities to intrigue and satisfy a variety of interests.
		Prairie du Chien is a great place to visit and a wonderful place to live.
	www.wigreatriverroad.org /rivertowns/rivertown.asp?ID=24 (483 words)

	Prairie du Chien and Bridgeport, Wisconsin - history, pictures, events, attractions, shopping and more! (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
		Wisconsin's second oldest city after Green Bay, Prairie du Chien is located just across the Mississippi River from Marquette and McGregor, Iowa and north of where the Wisconsin River joins the Mississippi River.
		The city's location on the western end of the Fox-Wisconsin waterway, which connects the great lakes to the Mississippi River, gave it a great strategic importance for both Indians and white settlers.
		Prairie du Chien was considered neutral territory by the Indians.
	www.riverroads.com /states/wisc/wi15/wi15.html (503 words)

	Wisconsin FAQ (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
		Prairie du Chien is name for an Indian chief whose name, Alim, means "Dog" in English.
		Prairie du Chien was founded after Green Bay, which is the oldest European settlement in Wisconsin.
		The Wisconsin River is a famous waterway that was the center of the bloody dispute over the Fox-Wisconsin river route connecting the Mississippi with the Great Lakes.
	www.eraparamountrealty.com /wisconsinfaq.htm (747 words)

	The War of 1812 in Wisconsin
		Prairie du Chien was a small community whose residents found employment in the fur trade.
		Canadian traders established trading houses on the prairie and actively engaged in the fur trade with the Indians of the upper Mississippi and its tributaries.
		Fearing for themselves, the residents of Prairie du Chien appealed to the British Government at Mackinac for protection and requested that assistance and ammunition be sent to them.
	members.tripod.com /umbrigade/articles/wisconsin.html (1431 words)

	Wisconsin AHEC
		Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin's second oldest city, is rich in history, culture and recreational activity.
		The "laid back" ease of life on the river is evident in Prairie du Chien, and the city strives to provide the highest quality of life for its residents while maintaining its traditional pioneering heritage.
		Prairie du Chien Memorial Hospital is a 40 bed facility that has been a model for rural hospitals around the country and has been recognized with numerous national and state awards.
	www.ahec.wisc.edu /rtt_prairie.html (530 words)

	Dynamite (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
		The Wisconsin DOT bought the land and discovered the dynamite last October, but it was not brought to the attention of the Crawford County Sheriff’s Dept. until last week, according to Sheriff Bob Ostrander.
		Prairie du Chien, WI - Thursday, April 22, 2004 — A special meeting was hosted by the Wisconsin DOT tonight at City Hall for those people directly affected by the removal of the dynamite stored near the old Wal-Mart building.
		All Prairie du Chien and Town of Bridgeport businesses outside the evacuation zone will be open for their normal hours of operation during the dynamite removal process.
	www.mwnews.net /html/dynamite.html (2614 words)

	Prairie du Chien - A Crawford County Community
		Prairie du Chien is located in the southern portion of Crawford County along the Mississippi River.
		You may travel to Prairie du Chien on the Wisconsin Great River Road (State Highway 35) or on State Highways 18, 60, or 27.
		Prairie du Chien is a city of approximately 6,000 residents.
	www.crawfordcountywi.com /communities/prairieduchien.htm (262 words)

	PRAIRIE DU CHIEN - Online Information article about PRAIRIE DU CHIEN
		Prairie du Chien is one of the most interesting places, historically, in Wisconsin.
		The Chicago, Milwaukee and St Paul railroad was completed to Prairie du Chien in 1857.
		In habits these rodents are very like marmots, the typical species inhabiting the open prairies, while the others are found in mountains.
	encyclopedia.jrank.org /POL_PRE/PRAIRIE_DU_CHIEN.html (856 words)

	Area Attractions (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
		In Prairie du Chien Township on Limery Road is Shihata Orchards.
		LaRiviere Park is located in the wooded hills of the southeast portion of the city of Prairie du Chien on Vineyard Coulee Road, one mile east of US 18.
		The Prairie du Chien Country Club is an 18-hole golf course open to the public.
	www.prairieduchienarea.com /courier/attractions.htm (1646 words)

	Crawford County Wisconsin Pages
		Prairie du Chien residents invite you to experience their unique, historic river town nestled between towering bluffs of the mighty Mississippi River.
		Prairie du Chien is the second oldest settlement in Wisconsin, with Green Bay as the oldest.
		Prairie du Chien’s St. Feriole Island, on the shores of the Mississippi River, is where early history transpired.
	www.innline.com /portsweb/area.asp?areaId=3 (347 words)

	City Assessor
		The purpose of this office is to insure that the burden of real estate taxation is distributed fairly among all the property owners in the City, so that you and other taxpayers may contribute a fair share of support for the community services you receive.
		The remainder, which is the total amount to be collected through property taxes, is the called the "tax levy." The amount of the tax levy for the City of Prairie du Chien is determined by the Common Council.
		The levy is raised by multiplying the value of all the property in the City by a percentage, called the tax rate.
	www.prairieduchien-wi.gov /internal/second_level/city_hall/city_assessor.htm (602 words)

	Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin (WI) Detailed Profile - relocation, real estate, travel, jobs, hospitals, schools, crime, ...
		Prairie du Chien, WI residents, houses, and apartments details
		The ratio of number of residents in Prairie du Chien to the number of sex offenders is 256 to 1.
		Prairie du Chien-area historical tornado activity is slightly above Wisconsin state average.
	www.city-data.com /city/Prairie-du-Chien-Wisconsin.html (1230 words)

	Wisconsin's Great River Road - River Towns - Fountain City (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
		Nestled in the bluffs along the Mississippi River, Fountain City is the oldest settlement in Buffalo County.
		During the warm embrace of summer, visitors to Fountain City enjoy activities such as camping in beautiful Merrick State Park, traversing the scenic bluffs, and angling the main channel and backwaters of "Old Man River." A public boat landing provides access to Fountain City from the river.
		Fountain City boasts its bluff and river scenery all four seasons of the year, and is truly the best of the Mississippi.
	www.wigreatriverroad.org /rivertowns/rivertown.asp?ID=11 (406 words)

	National Park Service - Explorers and Settlers (Wisconsin)
		Located on a broad terrace overlooking the Mississippi, 3 miles north of the confluence of the Mississippi and Wisconsin Rivers, Prairie du Chien is the second oldest settlement in Wisconsin—the first being Green Bay.
		Prairie du Chien was a vital station on the route between Canada and the vast French-claimed heartland of North America.
		All of these buildings, as well as the city of Prairie du Chien, are eligible for the Registry of National Historic Landmarks (relating primarily to the advance of the frontier, 1763-1830).
	www.cr.nps.gov /history/online_books/explorers/sitee33.htm (854 words)

	Putting Wisconsin on the Map Award Presented (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
		The award is designed to honor groups or individuals that creatively promote Wisconsin tourism attractions and raise the state's profile nationwide.
		"Wisconsin is home to the largest population of wintering bald eagles in the country, making us a premier destination for eagle watching," Holperin said.
		Prairie du Chien's Bald Eagle Appreciation Days (Feb. 4, 2006) feature live bald eagle programs, eagle and raptor exhibits and displays and field trips to eagle watching locations led by birding experts.
	agency.travelwisconsin.com /PR/Industry_News/NewsRelease_Active/060123EagleMapAward.shtm (332 words)

	Wisconsin Travel Information Centers (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
		Wisconsin Welcome Centers (WWC) are located on Wisconsin's major entrance routes and include Beloit, Genoa City, Grant County, Hudson, Hurley, Kenosha, La Crosse, Marinette, Prairie du Chien, and Superior.
		History is a compelling hobby and Wisconsin has the resources to guide the traveler through this melting pot of the Midwest.
		The Arts have a long tradition in Wisconsin and the WWCs try to maintain a current schedule of plays, exhibits and events throughout the state.
	agency.travelwisconsin.com /Programs/wticInfo.shtm (490 words)

	Prairie Motel Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin, United States - Prairie Motel Group Booking Reservation Meetings ...
		The Prairie Motel is the perfect place to hold a corporate event such as; team building, sales meetings, board of director meetings, or just corporate hospitality.
		A Prairie Motel conference center is one of many conference centers in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin, United States.
		A Prairie Motel wedding reception is a party where guests come to celebrate the marriage of the bride and groom.
	www.meetingforce.com /prairie-motel-47h621.html (665 words)

	PDC - Visitor Information (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
		Prairie du Chien is located in southwest Wisconsin along the Great River Road, which winds for 250 miles along the banks of the Mississippi River.
		The city is the second oldest community in the State of Wisconsin.
		Prairie du Chien is filled with sites of historic significance.
	www.prairieduchien.org /visitor.htm (221 words)

	Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin, Crawford County: Community Web Page, Business Directory
		Settled by the fur traders in 1673, Prairie du Chien is the second oldest community in Wisconsin and provides a rich heritage from the days of the fur traders and Indians to today's modern and flourishing retail, business, trade and tourism industries.
		After a fun-filled day of sightseeing and shopping, you'll be ready to enjoy the great accommodations Prairie du Chien has to offer.
		The War of 1812 in Wisconsin: The Battle of Prairie du Chien, a historic encampment and battle re-enactment, Villa Louis Historic Site, St. Feriole Island, 10 a.m.
	www.explorewisconsin.com /communitypages/prairie_du_chien.html (629 words)

	The Americans at Prairie du Chien
		Also accompanying the troops was Nicholas Boilvin, the U. Indian Agent for Prairie du Chien, who had fled to St. Louis in the early days of the war.
		Marie Antoine de Julio, The Forts on the Mound: Military Presence in the Main Village of Prairie du Chien (Prairie du Chien: State Historical Society of Wisconsin, 1987): 15.
		Douglas Brymner, "Capture of Ft. McKay, Prairie du Chien, in 1814." Collections of the State Historical Society of Wisconsin 11 (Madison, WI: SHS WI, 1888): 260.
	umbrigade.tripod.com /articles/pdc.html (1712 words)

	CATHOLIC ENCYCLOPEDIA: Germans in the United States
		The Rev. John Raffeiner, the Apostle of the Germans, reported the labours among his countrymen, in New York State, of Fathers Schneider at Albany, Schwenninger at Utica, Inama at Salina, the Redemptorists and Franciscans of St. Peter's church at Rochester, and announced that peace prevailed in the long distracted congregation of St.
		In New York City, St. Alphonsus, the second church of the Redemptorists for the Germans, was erected in 1848.
		The church of the seminary was consecrated in 1861.
	www.newadvent.org /cathen/06475c.htm (9413 words)

	UW - Green Bay - Wisconsin's French Connections Photo Album
		Juneau was a founder of Milwaukee and Theresa, Wisconsin.
		Wisconsin's French Connections Fair, held on the UW--Milwaukee campus, May 7, 1998.
		Commemorative plaque honoring first families to leave Brabant for Wisconsin, at the City Hall of Grez-Doiceau, Brabant, Belgium.
	www.uwgb.edu /wisfrench/photos/index.htm (439 words)

	Prairie du Chien (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
		On May 25, 2006 the Dive Team assisted the Prairie du Chien City Dept. removing two large rocks from a boat launch area.
		Prairie du Chien Police were notified that citizens witnessed a man stopped his car on the Mississippi River Bridge and throw a large heavy backpack into the river.
		Investigation lead officers to believe that the man was Corey Gokey, age 29 of Prairie du Chien.
	www.mwnews.net /html/prairie_du_chien.html (1259 words)

	Courier Home
		Please RSVP to the Prairie du Chien Area Chamber of Commerce, at 608-326-8555, or pdccoc@mhtc.net.
		Robert is the son of Mark and Kati Forsythe, of Prairie du Chien.
		Unlike the rest of his junior class attending Prairie du Chien High School this past spring, Robert Forsythe was finished with classes by noon every day of the spring semester.
	www.prairieduchienarea.com /courier (1578 words)

	Events (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
		January 16: Annual Taste of Prairie du Chien, held at The Barn, County K Rd, Prairie du Chien, selection of sample sized beverages and food items from area businesses, (prices of food samples vary), 5-7:30 p.m., $1.00 admission, 608-326-8555.
		Fur Trading era environment recreating life as it was in 1840's when Prairie du Chien was the hub of the fur trading, largest re-enactment in the Midwest, open to the public, free admission.
		Tour the camps and learn about military life in 1814 and why Prairie du Chien was strategic to both sides of the Atlantic.
	www.prairieduchien.org /first/visitor/events.htm (5922 words)

	Super 8 Motel - Prairie Du Chien: Prairie Du Chien Wisconsin Hotels
		The Super 8 Prairie Du Chien is conveniently located along the Mississippi River, just 3 mi from the Isle of Capri Casino, 4 mi from Cabela's, and 8 mi from Wyalusing and Effigy Mounds State Parks.
		Prairie du Chien and the area located around it is a tourist attraction for many people.
		Prairie du Chien, WI 53821 608-326-6216 Lunch served Mon-Fri.
	www.hotels-rates.com /hotels_reservations/property/57834 (773 words)

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