Thursday, February 17, 2011

February 17

1940: "Big scrap this morning, I should say this noon. Frank Hein and Donald (son) hae a healthy encounter in our back yard. Exact reason unknown. Donald draws first blood and that settles the fight." [from A. E. Potter's diaries]
1956: "Had about three inches of snow overnight and Don (son) and little Donnie are over to shovel our walks this morning. According to late reports, the Fox Cities have shown an exceptional growth in population since 1950. Neenah from 12437 to 15500, Menasha from 12385 to 14700, Appleton from 34010 to 43150, Kaukauna from 8361 to 9125, Little Chute from 4151 to 4810, Kimberly from 3265 to 4085, Combined Locks from 721 to 880, a gain of over 17000 in 5 years."[from A. E. Potter's diaries]
1973: Brian Kolaske (great-grandson of Theresa and A.E. Potter and grandson of Don and Arlene Potter) is born to Mike and Debbie (Potter) Kolaske.

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