New Auburn in Chippewa County, Wisconsin — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Cartwright Mill
Photographed By Keith L, July 21, 2011
1. Cartwright Mill Marker
Inscription.
Cartwright Mill. . The present Village of New Auburn approximates the site of Cartwright Mill, founded in 1875 by David J. and Paul W. Cartwright. To the original sawmill, powered by steam, they added a lath, shingle, and planing mill. Some buildings were of brick manufactured in the local brickyard. The second of these buildings was constructed by C.M. Tarr and still stands. Cartwright had five stores, a post office, the Omaha Railroad and a population of 336. When incorporated in 1902, the name was changed from Cartwright to Auburn and later to New Auburn.
The present Village of New Auburn approximates the site of Cartwright Mill, founded in 1875 by David J. and Paul W. Cartwright. To the original sawmill, powered by steam, they added a lath, shingle, and planing mill. Some buildings were of brick manufactured in the local brickyard. The second of these buildings was constructed by C.M. Tarr and still stands. Cartwright had five stores, a post office, the Omaha Railroad and a population of 336. When incorporated in 1902, the name was changed from Cartwright to Auburn and later to New Auburn.
Erected by the Chippewa County Historical Society. (Marker Number 6.)
Location. 45° 12.299′ N, 91° 33.555′ W. Marker is in New Auburn, Wisconsin, in Chippewa County. Marker is at the intersection of East Elm Street and North Spruce Street, on the left when traveling east on East Elm Street. Marker is at the east side of the New Auburn Area Fire Department. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 144 East Elm Street, New Auburn WI 54757, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 5 other markers are within 17 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Pine Was King (approx.
Credits. This page was last revised on October 14, 2020. It was originally submitted on July 29, 2011, by Keith L of Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin. This page has been viewed 884 times since then and 27 times this year. Photos:1, 2, 3. submitted on July 29, 2011, by Keith L of Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin.
