1933: "Herman Derksen, father of Oscar and Ernst Derksen passed away this morning. Born at Kleve Holland Feb 15 1844. He was president of the Derksen Cigar Company and believed to be the oldest active businessman in Oshkosh." [from A. E. Potter's diaries]
1952: "To 7:30 Hi Mass Father Milbauer. Graduates receive diplomas at 9 o'clock Mass. Donald's little boy is baptized today. Father Milbauer, Sponsors Matt Weisheipl, Dolores Kiesow. Name Donald Alfred Jr. He behaves well during baptism. Fourth Degree exemplification at Milwaukee." [from A. E. Potter's diaries]
1955: "Thres and I to 8 o'clock Hi Mass for Mary. Temperature is 70° this A.M. goes up to 80° this afternoon. We use our Sunbeam Hedge Cutter for the first time today, very convenient, easy to use. WFRV-TV Green Bay Channel 5 has its formal opening today. should improve T.V. reception of ABC programs. Attended C.Y.O. comedy at St. Vincent's Down to Earth. Plenty of fun. Rose, Father Schorn's housekeeper is with us. David Weinman, Louise Baier very good. Dave is a would be angel. All actors take parts well." [from A. E. Potter's diaries]
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