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There are some distinctive tidbits in the history of this small village. Ferryville has been "in the news" more than you would expect for a community of its size. Read on for interesting features in the history of our little village.
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Norwegian Royalty Stops in Ferryville May 6, 1939 |
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Crown Prince Olav and Princess Martha made an unscheduled stop in Ferryville during their several month visit to the United States. This area, with its strong Norwegian roots, would not be passed - even by royalty - without notice. The train depot displayed the Norwegian flag and many citizens of the community and surrounding area greeted the royal couple.  
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1993 Flood Hits Ferryville |
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The Mississippi River flood of 1993 hits Ferryville. |
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1965 Flood Hits Ferryville |
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Ferryville was among the communities along the Mississippi River that was hit with the 1965 flood. |
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Eight Fatalities in 1915 Tornado |
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A tornado killed eight people in Ferryville on June, 1915. The incident was widely reported at the time. Fatalities were listed as: William Sheehan, Mrs. J. C. Finley; Rose Finley; John Leppert; Genevieve McManus, infant daughter of Tim Finley; nine-year-old daughter of Leppert, unidentified man. |
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1878 Tornado Destroys Village |
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A tornado struck Ferryville in 1878 destroying the village. It was written at the time: "... today a passerby can see no evidence of a village..." |
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There are published accounts of the settling of Crawford County, including Ferryville. Here's a link to interesting settlement information: Settlement information |
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Murderer Arrested in Ferryville - 1868 |
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The murder of Mrs. Anna Wallace took place in Richland County, Wisconsin in 1868. The perpetrator, 15 year old John Nevel, was apprehended in Ferryville. Read the complete article at the link below: Murder of Mrs. Anna Wallace |
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Ferryville is the original home of Ferryville Cheese. Although the factory no longer produces this popular Wisconsin product it is still available. |
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Hometown of Former Wisconsin Governor Patrick Lucey |
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Ferryville is the birthplace and hometown of former Wisconsin governor Patrick Lucey. |
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Rattlesnakes have been a part of the history of Ferryville long before its establishment. Here is one of the more recent articles about this topic. 
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Casualties in World War I included: Barker, Melvin, 28, Ferryville; Private 161 Depot Brigade, Camp Grant; Died of
Disease (pneumonia) Oct 17, '18. Hanson, Clarence, 21, Ferryville; Private Replacement Depot, Camp Shelby, Miss.;
Died of Disease (pneumonia) Nov 6, '18. Haugen, John, 25, Ferryville; Private 39 Infantry; overseas; Died of Disease
(pneumonia) Nov 21, '18.
(information posted by David W. Taft,
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, October 2002)
More information at: Link to WWI Casualties |
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