Poniatowski, Wisconsin

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Poniatowski

Poniatowski is an unincorporated community, in the town of Rietbrock, Marathon County, Wisconsin, United States.[1] The area is geographically notable for being less than one mile away from the 45°N, 90°W point. It is most likely named after a Polish royal family of the same name.

Polish connection

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Notable people

  • Joseph Chesak, Wisconsin state legislator and businessman, owned a store in Poniatowski.[2]

References

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  2. Ernest G. Timme (comp.). The Blue Book of the State of Wisconsin. Milwaukee: Milwaukee Litho & Engr. Co., p. 512.

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