John Jacob Astor, born Johann Jakob Astor.

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200 Acres Along Lake Superior Now Protected for Longest National Trail

200 Acres Along Lake Superior Now Protected for Longest National Trail

National Park Service buys land for 4,800-mile scenic trail from North Dakota to Vermont.

City Streets: Astor Street Was For The “Bluebellies”
City Streets

Astor Street Was For The “Bluebellies”

The highest point between lake and river was where wealthiest people settled.

City Streets: The History of Juneau Avenue
City Streets

The History of Juneau Avenue

Once Division and Chestnut streets, it was consolidated into a tribute to city’s founder.