R. D. Whitehead Monument

 

(bronze plaque)

Originally a horse watering trough

Erected in 1910

Restored as a fountain in 1966

by the

Mayor’s Beautification Committee

Designated a Milwaukee Landmark in 1974

in recognition of its historical

significance to the community

(stone mounument)

Erected by R.D. Whitehead Supt.

The Badger State Humane Society

in remembrance of my faithful friends.

Horse: George

Dogs: Jim, Flora, Dandy, Pet,

Punch, Judy, & Shorty

Cats: Frank & Henry

Birds: Browney & Dick

Marker is at the intersection of South 16th Street and West Bow Street, on the right when traveling south on South 16th Street.

Courtesy hmdb.org

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