Lamartine, Wisconsin facts for kids
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Lamartine, Wisconsin
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Location of Lamartine, Wisconsin
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Fond du Lac |
| Area | |
| • Total | 36.6 sq mi (94.7 km2) |
| • Land | 36.5 sq mi (94.5 km2) |
| • Water | 0.1 sq mi (0.2 km2) |
| Elevation | 886 ft (270 m) |
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| • Total | 1,616 |
| • Density | 44.3/sq mi (17.1/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Zip Codes |
53065, 54937
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| Area code(s) | 920 |
| FIPS code | 55-42125 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1583521 |
Lamartine is a small town located in Fond du Lac County, Wisconsin, United States. It was originally known as Seven-Mile-Creek. In the year 2000, about 1,616 people lived there.
The town of Lamartine includes a few smaller, unincorporated communities. These are the areas of Lamartine itself, Rogersville, and Woodhull.
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Where is Lamartine Located?
Lamartine is found in the state of Wisconsin. It covers a total area of about 36.6 square miles (94.7 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 36.5 square miles (94.5 square kilometers), is land. Only a very small part, 0.1 square miles (0.2 square kilometers), is water.
Who Lives in Lamartine?
In 2000, the town had 1,616 residents. This means there were about 44 people living in each square mile.
Age Groups in Lamartine
The population of Lamartine includes people of all ages. About 25.6% of the residents were under 18 years old. Around 10.5% were 65 years old or older. The average age of people living in Lamartine was 39 years.
How Lamartine Got Its Name
The town of Lamartine was named after a famous French person. His name was Alphonse de Lamartine. He was a well-known French poet and historian. He became very popular during the French Revolution of 1848.
Changing the Town's Name
Before it was called Lamartine, the town was known as Seven Mile Creek. Peter V. Sang was an important person in the Seven Mile Creek community. He was the postmaster and town clerk. Peter Sang helped gather signatures to change the town's name. He wanted to honor Alphonse de Lamartine.
The United States government had recognized Lamartine's work on April 26, 1848. Because of this, Peter Sang wanted to rename the town after him. On June 13, 1848, a proposal was made to the First Wisconsin Legislature. This proposal was to change the name from Seven Mile Creek to Lamartine. The bill was approved and signed into law by Governor Nelson Dewey on August 8, 1848.
Notable People from Lamartine
Many interesting people have connections to Lamartine. Here are a few:
- Charles E. Broughton: He was a successful businessman, a newspaper publisher, and a politician. He also led many community efforts.
- Louis Eidemiller: He was a doctor and served as a member of the Wisconsin State Assembly. This is part of the state's government.
- Philip Greening: He started as a blacksmith and machinist. Later, he became a farmer and also served in the Wisconsin State Assembly.
- Oliver Elwin Wells: He was the Wisconsin Superintendent of Public Instruction. This means he was in charge of public education for the state.
See also
In Spanish: Lamartine (Wisconsin) para niños
