Overview of the Collection
Repository:
Special Collections & Archives
McIntyre Library
University of Wisconsin – Eau Claire
P.O. Box 4004
105 Garfield Ave.
Eau Claire, WI 54702 – 4004
(715) 836-2739
https://library.uwec.edu/archives/
Reference Code: USGZE UHC131
Accession Number: 85-77, 85-78, 89-95, 96-66. 07-117
Collection Number: University Historical Collection 131
Creators: Eau Claire (Wis.)
Title: Eau Claire Economic and Natural Resources Development Collection
Dates: 1876-1983, bulk 1950-1983
Quantity: 1 linear foot (1 record carton)
Location of Collection: A10/1c
Languages: Collection materials are in English.
Summary: An eclectic assortment of reports, pamphlets, brochures, and booster literature about Eau Claire area industry, commerce, and natural resources management.
Content Description
This eclectic assortment of materials documents the history of industry and its supporting infrastructure in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. Materials include information about the development of the Eau Claire water works, transit studies, reports and studies conducted by the city’s Department of Public Works, economic promotional literature, and commerce directories. Particularly well represented are various forms of booster literature and materials pertaining to water resources in the area: drinking water, waste water, flooding, and the management of Half Moon Lake.
Administrative Information
Acquisition Information: Donated to the University Archives and Special Collections, University of Wisconsin--Eau Claire prior to March 2006.
Access Restrictions: Collection is open to the public.
Use Restrictions: Researchers are responsible for using in accordance with 17 U.S.C. Copyright not owned by the University of Wisconsin--Eau Claire.
Preferred Citation: Eau Claire Economic and Natural Resources Development Collection, 1875-1983. UHC 131. Special Collections & Archives. McIntyre Library. University of Wisconsin--Eau Claire. Eau Claire, WI.
Processing Note: Processed by Colleen McFarland in July 2007
Arrangement: Flat arrangement
Subjects
Corporate Names: Eau Claire Chamber of Commerce (Eau Claire, Wis.)
Subject Terms:
Natural resources – Wisconsin – Eau Claire
Industries – Wisconsin – Eau Claire
Infrastructure (economic) – Wisconsin – Eau Claire
Geographical Terms: Eau Claire (Wis.) -- History
Detailed List of Contents
Container | Contents | Dates |
Box/Folder 1/1 | Eau Claire, Wisconsin: A Good Place to Work | 1965 |
Box/Folder 1/2 | Look at Eau Claire: An Industrial Study | Circa 1960 |
Box/Folder 1/3 | Eau Claire Industrial Review | 1955 |
Box/Folder 1/4 | Howdy Neighbor: Welcome to Eau Claire | Circa 1950 |
Box/Folder 1/5 | Elk Creek Lake Development Ad | undated |
Box/Folder 1/6 | Economic Adjustment Program | 1977 |
Box/Folder 1/7 | Eau Claire Has the Green Light | 1950 |
Box/Folder 1/8 | Prospectus and Official Notice of Sale [of City Bonds] | 1966 |
Box/Folder 1/9 | Eau Claire Transit Study | 1973 |
Box/Folder 1/10 | Facts and Figures on Eau Claire and Eau Claire Trade Territory | 1931 |
Box/Folder 1/11 | Eau Claire County Outdoor Recreation Plan | 1973-1978 |
Box/Folder 1/12 | Greater Eau Claire, WI | 1974 |
Box/Folder 1/13 | Wastewater Treatment Facilities | 1971 |
Box/Folder 1/14 | Comprehensive Community Plan | 1968 |
Box/Folder 1/15 | Traffic Corridor Studies | 1976 |
Box/Folder 1/16 | Site Questionnaire | Undated |
Box/Folder 1/17 | Manufacturers Directory | 1975, 1977, 1983 |
Box/Folder 1/18 | A Master Plan for the City of Eau Claire | 1955 |
Box/Folder 1/19 | Report on Half Moon Lake, Well Water Supply and Treatment Study | 1973 |
Box/Folder 1/20 | Report on Half Moon Lake, Outlet Structure | 1973 |
Box/Folder 1/21 | Report on Half Moon Lake, Restoration Committee | 1973 |
Box/Folder 1/22 | Proposed Municipal Goals | 1969 |
Box/Folder 1/23 | Report on Relief from Iron and Manganese in the Public Water Supply | 1951 |
Box/Folder 1/24 | Wisconsin Industrial Business Retention and Expansion Study | 1984 |
Box/Folder 1/25 | Northern Wisconsin: Opportunities along the C., St. P. , M & O Railroad | Undated |
Box/Folder 1/26 | Authorization to Construct Water Works | 1876 |
Box/Folder 1/27 | Brochure against Municipal Ownership of Electric Works | 1921 |
Box/Folder 1/28 | Eau Claire Water Works Rates, Rules & Regulations | 1900 |
Box/Folder 1/29 | The Eau Claire Story | Circa 1970 |
Box/Folder 1/30 | Eau Claire City Annual Reports | 1951, 1953 |
Box/Folder 1/31 | WEAU’s 15th Anniversary Highlights | 1952 |
Box/Folder 1/32 | Flood Plain Information | 1970 |
Box/Folder 1/33 | West Central Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission Materials | 1978-1983 |
Box/Folder 1/34 | Airport Communication | 1937 |
Box/Folder 1/35 | Comprehensive Master Plan of Altoona | 1970 |