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Gresham
Liner notes
A folk song about Gresham, Wisconsin, where the Red River winds through the woods. The lyrics tell of the old depot on Main Street and the hydro-plant humming by the lakes.
Researcher notes
Song research · gemini-3.1-pro · 2026-10-07
Streets and places
- Main Street
- Upper Red Lake
- Lower Red Lake
Other
- Hydro-plant generates 22 percent of electricity to the Village
Geography
- Red River
- Shawano County
- woodlands
Culture
- Gresham Women's Club
- Village Meetings at Village Hall
Architecture and visuals
- Former railroad depot with telegrapher's equipment
Landmarks
- Gresham Depot Museum
- Pine Hills Golf Course
History
- Depot opened in 1907
- Depot closed in 1963 and moved in 1974
Businesses and industry
- Hydro-plant
- North Star Casino and Resort
- John and Lorraine's Hobby Honey Farm
Research sources
Visual research · gemini-3.1-pro · 2026-10-07
Streets and places
- Main Street
Other
- Scenic beauty with bald eagles and blue herons
Geography
- Red River
- Upper Red Lake
- Lower Red Lake
- woodlands
Culture
- Railroad memorabilia
Architecture and visuals
- Wooden railroad depot
- freight wagon
Landmarks
- Gresham Depot Museum
History
- Historic 1907 depot building
Businesses and industry
- Hydro-plant
Research sources
UntitledWave · City Pride
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