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Forest fires devastate midwest and nation in 1908
The 1908 fire season rages across Minnesota, Michigan, Wisconsin and beyond, with losses in the millions and thousands homeless. Officials warn the true cost may exceed early tallies as fires threaten towns, timber value and soil, while improved patrols and cooperation push fire protection forward.
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Minnesota
Michigan
Wisconsin
United States
Lake States
Pacific Coast
Rocky Mountain
New England
Canada
United States Forest Service
Sagi
Eer
Oshers
Forest Service
Division of Forestry
Hinckley
Washington
Oregon
Torent Fres
Congress
Ettonal
British Columbia
National Forests
Department of the Interior
Department of Agriculture
Dismal River National Forest
Nebraska
Garden City National Forest
Kansas
Wichita National Forest
Oklahoma
State Forestry Board
Chisholm
Mesabi Iron Range