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Topic: The Dubuque Town Clock


  
  NICC - Dubuque Centers
Directions to NICC Dubuque Center and the Town Clock Center for Professional Development
NICC's Town Clock Center for Professional Development and the Dubuque Center are located next door to each other on Main Street in Dubuque.
At 680 and 700 Main Street respectively, they are located directly across from Dubuque's Town Clock Square.
www.nicc.edu /centers/directions/dubuque.html   (323 words)

  
 News::Iowa Proud: Dubuque Town Clock Tower
The clock was rebuilt on a new building at the same location around the turn of the century.
Inside the climbing continues, in the dark, on stairs that are as old as the clock.
The names of the men who have worked on the clock over the years are scribbled on the inside wood...
www.kwwl.com /News/index.php?ID=12829   (488 words)

  
 Emigration of the Jaegers
Dubuque was a frontier boon town that helped satisfy the demand of those traveling west for lumber, supplies, tools, ammunition, lead shot, food, cigars, beer, and whiskey.
When he came to Dubuque in 1846, it was a frontier town populated by about 3500 miners, farmers, brick makers, merchants, lawyers, and Soldiers who were laying the foundation of a new city and state.
He returned to Dubuque and was working as a sawyer in 1880, i.e., he cut logs and lumber in a lumber yard, one of the thriving industries in Dubuque at that time.
home.comcast.net /~jaegerz/emigration.htm   (12768 words)

  
 The Dubuque Main Street Print Project
Dubuque was a boom town in the 19th Century, a destination for entrepreneurs and a key staging area for the great westward migration of immigrants.
He is a Dubuquer born and raised, and he admitted he had an abiding love for Dubuque history, legends, and especially its business history.
When the organization of Dubuque Downtown businesses, Main Street Ltd., approached me to do a new print commemorating Downtown Dubuque and Main Street in particular, how could I say no? Main Street Ltd. approached me one other time 20 years ago when they asked me to design their logo.
www.garyolsen.com /main/index.htm   (2507 words)

  
 Local Area History Project
These projects were written by the sixth grade classes at East Dubuque Elementary School and the fifth and sixth grade class at St. Mary's School in East Dubuque, Illinois.
Dubuque - Prohibition in East Dubuque and Dubuque
East Dubuque - Prohibition in East Dubuque and Dubuque
www.edbqhs.org /District/LocalAreaHistory/indexlah.htm   (82 words)

  
  Dubuque Jaycees
To provide young people the opportunity to develop personal, professional, and leadership skills through local community service and organizational involvement while expanding the Jaycee movement to other communities.
To become the organization of choice for young people, providing direction and leadership in the Dubuque Area, in Iowa, United States, and International...
The Dubuque Jaycees will once again partner with John Deere employees to deliver the school supplies.
www.dubuquejaycees.org   (333 words)

  
 Dubuque Chamber of Commerce - Play
This is live, outdoor music, one Fridaynight a month in June, July, August, and September, under the historic Town Clock in downtown Dubuque.
Dubuque Main Street, a downtown revitalization gorup, spearheads this wildly successful summer tradition, along with ohter local companies who act as event sponsors.
The Dubuque Jaycees and local Radio Dubuque stations put on a spectacular fireworks display along the banks of the Mississippi on July 3.
www.dubuquechamber.com /play/entertainment.cfm?Page=FE&Cat=415   (606 words)

  
 The Ripple Effect
From the City of Dubuque's plans to recover the brownfields areas on the other side of the Ice Harbor (Port of Dubuque), to the renovation of historic and run down buildings throughout the downtown area, Dubuque is alive again.
The city of Dubuque has not forgotten the rest of the area; however, and has long-range plans for a multiphase revitalization effort to renew a large portion of Dubuque's river bordering property.
Also housing the Greater Dubuque Development Corporation and the Dubuque Welcome Center, the placement of the building is a vote of confidence for the success of the region adjacent to the Port of Dubuque.
partners.dubuque365.com /peninsula/ripple.html   (1284 words)

  
  America's River at the Port of Dubuque - A museum, aquarium, resort, waterpark, and conference center on the ...
Dubuque, Iowa was settled in 1788 by Julien Dubuque, a French Canadian fur trader and early entrepreneur.
Dubuque, Iowa is the seventh largest city in the state of Iowa and is known for its steep hills and river bluffs.
Dubuque is located at the tri-states of Iowa, Illinois and Wisconsin and is just 15 minutes west of historic Galena, Illinois.
www.americasriver.com /press_fullstory7.htm   (364 words)

  
 Family Activities Around Dubuque
Empower Dubuque is not responsible for any errors found in the listed activities.
Dubuque's 16th Annual Catfish Festival will be held at McDonald Park on Hawthorne Street.
It is open to families with children aged prenatal to kindergarten entry who live in Dubuque County; however, there may be a waiting list to join the program.
www.empowerdubuque.org /eventlist.cfm   (7577 words)

  
 Large Wall Clock
Clock Spider - The Clock Spider is an internet meme consisting of three photographs of a massive huntsman spider.
Town Clock (Dubuque) - The Town Clock is a large clock that stands in downtown Dubuque, Iowa.
The clock, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, has stood over the city for over 130 years.
ph91.majestic-equip.com /largewallclock.html   (1257 words)

  
 13. Walking by Henry David Thoreau. Matthews, Brander, ed. 1914. The Oxford Book of American Essays
Hope and the future for me are not in lawns and cultivated fields, not in towns and cities, but in the impervious and quaking swamps.
A town is saved, not more by the righteous men in it than by the woods and swamps that surround it.
The walker in the familiar fields which stretch around my native town sometimes finds himself in another land than is described in their owners’ deeds, as it were in some far-away field on the confines of the actual Concord, where her jurisdiction ceases, and the idea which the word Concord suggests ceases to be suggested.
www.bartleby.com /109/13.html   (8899 words)

  
 92.9 KAT FM - KAT Kalendar
The 15th annual Dubuque Arts Council "Sunday at 6:30" concert season continues Sunday June 24th with one of Dubuque's favorite combos - "Catch III" - The concert is made possible by The Rotary Club of Dubuque, The Douglas Gukiesen Memorial and The Dubuque Arts Council.
The Dubuque Symphony Orchestra annual Independence Holiday Pops Concert is Saturday June 30 at the Dubuque County Fairgrounds.
Dubuque Archery Club 3-D Target Shoot is Saturday & Sunday June 30 and July 1 at the outdoor range.
www.katfm.com /KatKalendar.cfm   (1058 words)

  
 Iowa Department of Economic Development
Nestled in the limestone bluffs of the upper Mississippi River, Dubuque, Iowa, is a city of firsts.
Dubuque has the unique distinction of being Iowa's oldest city and the first Main Street program in the state.
Dubuque's vintage neighborhoods, old churches and waterfront district make this eastern Iowa town San Francisco scenic and a Hollywood motion picture favorite.
www.iowalifechanging.com /community/mainstreetiowa/towns/dubuque.html   (372 words)

  
 Vacationland
Dubuque, IA From scenic bluffs to historic Cable Car Square shopping district, Dubuque boasts attractions for every age and taste.
The stone tower of Galena magnesia limestone stands over the grave of Dubuque's founder near the edge of the bluff from which its stones were quarried.
At the time of its construction, it was said to be the most accurate town clock in the United States.
www.accessdubuque.com /vacationland/?city=Bankston&state=IA   (4371 words)

  
 Goals, Priorites and Vision
Dubuque is a city of history, beauty, opportunities and excitement: Masterpiece on the Mississippi.
The Dubuque community takes pride in our history and heritage and has actively preserved our picturesque river and community.
The City's mission is to deliver excellent municipal services that support urban living, plan for the community's future, and facilitate access to critical human services which result in financially sound government and citizens getting value for their tax dollar.
www.cityofdubuque.org /index.cfm?pageid=422   (227 words)

  
 Iowa History Project   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Julien Dubuque; and in case he shall find nothing within he shall be free to search wherever he may think proper to do so, and to work peaceably without anyone hurting him, or doing him any prejudice in his labors.
Meantime, Dubuque had cleared the land, built a commodious log house, opened new mines and extended the old, erected a horse-mill and a smelting furnace—all in the vicinity of what is now known as Dubuque Bluff, where the pioneer’s remains now lie.
At one point of the festivities M. Dubuque took a violin form one of the performers and executed a dance to the strains of his own music, which was considered a great accomplishment and was received with tremendous applause.
iagenweb.org /history/IHFC/IHFCBk1Pt1Chp1-2Bio.htm   (3872 words)

  
 Iowa General Tips by deecat - VirtualTourist.com
The location of the clock on Main Street required a small traffic circle to be built around the clock once this area was no longer a pedestrian plaza only.
Dubuque's downtown, its Main Street, and its waterfront have seen drastic improvements in the last decade.
Fondest Memory: My admiration for Dubuque is strong because of the forward-looking residents who work diligently to revive this grand old town on the Mississippi River.
members.virtualtourist.com /m/64176/509/1   (2307 words)

  
 Wall clocks - Repair clocks   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Clock radios repair clocks equipped with projectors are only slightly more expensive.
Modern high-brightness projection clocks are in most cases analog, and have a halogen bulb backlight.
Projectors used in clock first reader repair projection clocks are similar to other projectors, and use the same optical principles.
wall-clocks.mantleclock.org /repair-clocks   (152 words)

  
 A look at Dubuque, Iowa   (Site not responding. Last check: )
In 1788, the Mesquakie granted Dubuque control of the lead mines that surrounded the Dubuque area.
With historic architecture and proximity to the Mississippi River, Dubuque is a major Midwest tourist attraction.
This city blends the charm and character of its heritage with the new vitality and progress of the future.
www.riverroads.com /states/iowa/ia2/ia2.html   (286 words)

  
 Dubuque, Iowa - Magazine 2004 Online Edition
One thing you will love about Dubuque is the abundance of opportunities to celebrate.
We look forward to celebrations that gather friends and families, in groups both small and large, with food, music and entertainment and a chance to appreciate the natural beauty and the diverse talent of our area.
Dubuque … And All That Jazz -- This is live, outdoor music, one Friday night a month in June, July, August and September, under the historic Town Clock in downtown Dubuque.
www.communitylink.com /us/ia/dubuque/profile/enter2.htm   (713 words)

  
 Dubuque, IA, Things to see and do
This early history is recaptured in the Mines of Spain Historical and Recreation Area just south of modern day Dubuque.
Within Dubuque itself, Victorian architecture abounds with many historic 19th century homes and buildings remain.
Other visitor attractions and things to see and do in Dubuque include the antique and artisan shops, the Mississippi River walk, the Grand River Center, Riverboat Cruises, Casino and Racetracks, and the outstanding Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium.
www.quiltingpathways.com /rivertowns/dubuque.html   (425 words)

  
 DBIOGH   (Site not responding. Last check: )
EDWARD A. Dubuque; was born in Watertown, Jefferson Co., N.Y., on the 12th of June, 1826; he attended public schools, and also received instruction in the Black River Institute, at Watertown; in 1837, his father's family moved to Chicago.
HAFNER,dealer in fresh and salted meats, 1427 Jackson street, Dubuque; is a native of Germany, and was born in the city of Byrne, in 1852; he came to the United States in 1873, and came to Dubuque in 1874; he engaged in business for himself in 1877, and is building up a good trade.
Its town clock was procured mainly through his exertions; the clock and the regulation of time have been since then entirely under supervision; and the true longitude of the city was established through him ten of twelve years ago, by the aid of his fine astronomical transit.
members.tripod.com /~Doreen_3/DBIOGH.htm   (8693 words)

  
 Grand Harbor Resort & Waterpark - Dubuque Iowa Hotel
Dubuque, IA : The Grand Harbor Resort and Waterpark is the home of Iowa*s first themed indoor waterpark.
The Resort is an integral part of America*s River at the Port of Dubuque featuring the Mississippi River Discovery Center and Aquarium, Grand River Conference Center, National Rivers Hall of Fame, Mississippi Riverwalk, Star Brewery Amphitheater and the River*s Edge Plaza.
Cassville, a quaint Mississippi River town that calls to mind the days of Mark Twain, is accentuated by huge wooded bluffs that rise up from both sides of the river for an isolated, time-forgotten fee...
www.trails.com /all-hotels/hotel-info.asp?hotelid=61767   (809 words)

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