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Waupaca Record

March 26, 1908

DAM BREAKS

A break in the bank near the dam of the Central Lumber Company on Saturday caused the mill to shut down for three and a half days. A force of men were put at work immediately and the damage repaired. About 40 feet of sand and gravel was washed out and the damage is estimated at about $300. Everything was in good condition again by Wednesday and the mill opened for work again at noon.

Waupaca Post

March 26, 1908

HIGH WATER BREAKS DAM

The embankment at the old Shearer dam gave way Thursday noon, doing considerable damage. The Fisher & Fallgatter and Central Lumber Co.s’ mills had to cease operations until the dam is repaired which will take four or five days.