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Old Water Tower

 This water tower, completed in 1869, marks the establishment of Chicago's second water works. Although most other buildings of pumping system were burned, it stands as a principal memorial of 1871's Great Fire.

Erected By:

Chicago's Charter Jubilee

Authenticated by Chicago Historical Society

 

Submitted by: Stephen Sostaric

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