Gunfights, W.W. Mayo, Cut-Nose, the Brom murders: New book by Mayo doc explores Rochester s varied history
Dr. Paul Scanlon answers several questions about Rochester s rich history, such as why Mayo Clinic was built where it is and why Rochester is called Rochester. 11:00 am, Apr. 14, 2021 × Rochester stories, a Med City history. by Paul Scanlon M.D. (Contributed photo)
As an area history buff, Mayo Clinic s Dr. Paul Scanlon often finds himself buttonholed by colleagues and acquaintances with questions about the city s past.
Why was Mayo Clinic built in the middle of nowhere? What happened to the Native Americans who once populated Southern Minnesota? Why is the snag-filled river running through Rochester called the Zumbro ? Of all the uninspired, common names, why is Rochester called Rochester?
Top news from 1996, 1971, 1946, 1921
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1996 – 25 years ago
The Rochester City Hall will have an open house and dedication. The $9.4 million city hall attached to the Olmsted County Government Center opened two months ago. The dedication program will be emceed by Mayor Chuck Canfield. After remarks and ribbon-cutting, people can go on self-guided tours of the building.
1971 – 50 years ago
Kahler Corp. of Rochester plans to change the name of its nine motels. According to President Roy Watson, the motels, now operated under the Inn Towne name, will carry the Kahler name in the future.
The Emmy nominations for outstanding television variety series include “The Carol Burnett Show,” “The Flip Wilson Show,” and “Rowan and Martin’s Laugh-In.” (“The Flip Wilson Show” was the winner).