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?