The old power house at the iron works in Mayville, Wisconsin. Later known as Maysteel, these iron works were the first in Wisconsin. Photo taken September 2015. Print made August 2016, 8” x 10”.
Pieces of the Present Abide - The Life of the Place (Industry)
Words by Khaetidawne and Brendan Quirk
We will just barely touch on industry; mainly dealing with how the actual physical presence of the facilities contributes to the feel and ambiance of The Place.
The mill on the hill on Iron Lane
Was the place Mayville’s iron works brought jobs and acclaim.
The Maysteel power house is shown from the rear
The iron ore was smelted in a building near here.