Eau Claire's "Cave Lady"

<p>Are you familiar with the story of the Eau Claire “Cave Lady”?   Following World War I, Maud Phillips (aka Violet Leigh) is a well known figure in town. A popular local poet but a negliful mother and adulteruss who eventually moved her family into a cave off the Eau Claire River. A subsequent insanity trial has become a focal point in local history.</p> <p>Jane Glenz, the author of a book that explores Maude, the cave and more in her book.</p> <p>This book is available at the Chippewa Valley Museum.</p> <p> </p>