In December 1873, the fourth railroad bridge to be built along the entire length of the Mississippi River was opened to traffic at Louisiana. With shipments by boat to the north and south, and with railroads for shipments east and west, Louisiana became one of the best distribution points in the …
Search for First Location Begins
Wisconsin Governor Cadwallader C. Washburn commissioned his brother-in-law, G.A. Buffum, to make a trip down the Mississippi River to find a suitable location for a lumber mill. Mr. Buffum recommended Louisiana, Missouri, because of its desirable trade location, which included easy access to the …