Odd Wisconsin
Think Wisconsin history is boring? You won't after you have read Odd Wisconsin; Amusing, Perplexing, and Unlikely Stories from Wisconsin's Past by Erika Janik (977.5 J33 NEW). This book is packed full of quirky little stories from Wisconsin's past. Just a few of the stories included are as follows:
* Arthur McArthur, a governor for a mere five days in 1856 ( Vote fraud even back then?)
* The "cure" for long-winded politicians at the State Capitol Building (Look out below!)
* Chicago, Wisconsin? (It could have been!)
* John Muir's inventive alarm clock that tipped him onto the floor at the appointed time (College student special?)
* Alexis St. Martin, the man with a hole in his stomach (Thanks to him we know all about those digestive juices.)
* The Kaukauna Gold Rush of 1900 (or just a bunch of fool's gold?)
Some will surprise you. Some will make you laugh. This little book is just a lot of fun.
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