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'''Cudahy''' ({{IPAc-en|ˈ|k|ʌ|d|ə|h|i}}) is a city in [[Milwaukee County, Wisconsin|Milwaukee County]], [[Wisconsin]], United States, [[North America]]. The population was 18,267 at the [[2010 United States Census|2010 census]].
'''Cudahy''' ({{IPAc-en|ˈ|k|ʌ|d|ə|h|eɪ}}) is a city in [[Milwaukee County, Wisconsin|Milwaukee County]], [[Wisconsin]], United States. The population was 18,204 at the [[2020 United States Census|2020 census]].


==History==
==History==
Originally known as the Buckhorn Settlement, it was renamed in the late 1800s when [[Patrick Cudahy]]<ref>{{cite book|last=Company|first=Chicago and North Western Railway|title=A History of the Origin of the Place Names Connected with the Chicago & North Western and Chicago, St. Paul, Minneapolis & Omaha Railways|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=OspBAQAAMAAJ&pg=PA61|year=1908|page=61}}</ref> purchased {{convert|700|acre}} of land in the [[Lake, Milwaukee County, Wisconsin|Town of Lake]], two miles (three kilometers) from the [[Milwaukee, Wisconsin|Milwaukee]] city limits, to build his meatpacking plant. The first village president was elected in 1895, and by 1906 Cudahy was incorporated as a city with a population of 2,556.<ref>http://www.cudahyhistoricalsociety.org</ref>
Originally known as the Buckhorn Settlement, it was renamed in the late 1800s when [[Patrick Cudahy]]<ref>{{cite book|last=Company|first=Chicago and North Western Railway|title=A History of the Origin of the Place Names Connected with the Chicago & North Western and Chicago, St. Paul, Minneapolis & Omaha Railways|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=OspBAQAAMAAJ&pg=PA61|year=1908|page=61}}</ref> purchased {{convert|700|acre}} of land in the [[Lake, Milwaukee County, Wisconsin|Town of Lake]], two miles (three kilometers) from the [[Milwaukee, Wisconsin|Milwaukee]] city limits, to build his meatpacking plant. The first village president was elected in 1895, and by 1906 Cudahy was incorporated as a city with a population of 2,556.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Cudahy History |url=https://www.cudahyhistoricalsociety.org/cudahy-history |access-date=2023-01-02 |website=Cudahy Historical Society |date=2015 |language=en}}</ref>


==Geography==
==Geography==
Cudahy is located at {{coord|42|56|54|N|87|51|40|W|type:city}} (42.948416, -87.861010).<ref name="GR1">{{cite web|url=https://www.census.gov/geo/www/gazetteer/gazette.html|publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]]|accessdate=2011-04-23|date=2011-02-12|title=US Gazetteer files: 2010, 2000, and 1990}}</ref> According to the [[United States Census Bureau]], the city has a total area of {{convert|4.76|sqmi}}, all of it land.<ref name="Gazetteer files">{{cite web|title=US Gazetteer files 2010 |url=https://www.census.gov/geo/www/gazetteer/files/Gaz_places_national.txt |publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]] |accessdate=2012-11-18 |url-status=dead |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20120125061959/http://www.census.gov/geo/www/gazetteer/files/Gaz_places_national.txt |archivedate=2012-01-25 }}</ref>
Cudahy is located at {{Coord|42|56|54|N|87|51|40|W|region:US-WI_type:city(18,000)}} (42.948416, −87.861010).<ref name="GR1">{{cite web|url=https://www.census.gov/geographies/reference-files/time-series/geo/gazetteer-files.html|publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]]|access-date=2011-04-23|date=2011-02-12|title=US Gazetteer files: 2010, 2000, and 1990}}</ref> According to the [[United States Census Bureau]], the city has a total area of {{convert|4.76|sqmi}}, all of it land.<ref name="Gazetteer files">{{cite web|title=US Gazetteer files 2010 |url=https://www.census.gov/geo/www/gazetteer/files/Gaz_places_national.txt |publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]] |access-date=2012-11-18 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120125061959/http://www.census.gov/geo/www/gazetteer/files/Gaz_places_national.txt |archive-date=2012-01-25 }}</ref> The city is next door to the [[Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport]].


==Demographics==
==Demographics==
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|footnote=U.S. Decennial Census<ref name="DecennialCensus">{{cite web|url=https://www.census.gov/prod/www/decennial.html|title=Census of Population and Housing|publisher=Census.gov|accessdate=June 4, 2015|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20150426102944/http://www.census.gov/prod/www/decennial.html|archivedate=April 26, 2015}}</ref>
|estref=<ref name="USCensusEst2021CenPopScriptOnlyDirtyFixDoNotUse">{{cite web|url=https://www.census.gov/programs-surveys/popest/data/tables.2021.html|date=May 16, 2022|title=Population and Housing Unit Estimates|publisher=United States Census Bureau|access-date=August 10, 2022}}</ref>
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|footnote=U.S. Decennial Census<ref name="DecennialCensus">{{cite web|url=https://www.census.gov/programs-surveys/decennial-census.html|title=Census of Population and Housing|publisher=Census.gov|access-date=August 10, 2022}}</ref>
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===2010 census===
===2010 census===
As of the [[census]]<ref name ="FactFinder">{{cite web|title=American FactFinder|url=http://factfinder2.census.gov/faces/nav/jsf/pages/index.xhtml|publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]]|accessdate=2012-11-18}}</ref> of 2010, there were 18,267 people, 8,059 households, and 4,666 families living in the city. The [[population density]] was {{convert|3837.6|PD/sqmi|PD/km2|1}}. There were 8,662 housing units at an average density of {{convert|1819.7|/sqmi|/km2|1}}. The racial makeup of the city was 88.8% [[White (U.S. Census)|White]], 2.7% [[African American (U.S. Census)|African American]], 0.9% [[Native American (U.S. Census)|Native American]], 1.4% [[Asian (U.S. Census)|Asian]], 3.6% from [[Race (U.S. Census)|other races]], and 2.7% from two or more races. [[Hispanic (U.S. Census)|Hispanic]] or [[Latino (U.S. Census)|Latino]] of any race were 9.7% of the population.
At the [[2010 United States Census|2010 census]] there were 18,267 people, 8,059 households, and 4,666 families living in the city. The population density was {{convert|3837.6|PD/sqmi|PD/km2|1}}. There were 8,662 housing units at an average density of {{convert|1819.7|/sqmi|/km2|1}}. The [[Race and ethnicity in the United States Census#2010 census|racial makeup]] of the city was 88.8% White, 2.7% African American, 0.9% Native American, 1.4% Asian, 3.6% from other races, and 2.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 9.7%.<ref name ="wwwcensusgov">{{cite web|title=U.S. Census website|url=https://www.census.gov|publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]]|access-date=2012-11-18}}</ref>


Out of 8,059 households, 27.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 40.7% were [[Marriage|married couples]] living together, 11.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.4% had a male householder with no wife present, and 42.1% were non-families. 35.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.26 and the average family size was 2.94.
Out of 8,059 households, 27.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 40.7% were married couples living together, 11.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.4% had a male householder with no wife present, and 42.1% were non-families. Of households, 35.5% were made up of individuals, and 13.1% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.26 and the average family size was 2.94.


The median age in the city was 40.3 years. 21.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 26.6% were from 25 to 44; 28.3% were from 45 to 64; and 15.7% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.1% male and 50.9% female.
The median age was 40.3 years. 21.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 26.6% were from 25 to 44; 28.3% were from 45 to 64; and 15.7% were 65 or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.1% male and 50.9% female.


===2000 census===
===2000 census===
[[Image:Patrick Cudahy.jpg|thumb|300px|[[Patrick Cudahy Memorial]] statue in [[Parks of Milwaukee|Sheridan Park]]]]
[[Image:Patrick Cudahy.jpg|thumb|300px|[[Patrick Cudahy Memorial]] statue in [[Sheridan Park]]]]
As of the [[census]]<ref name="GR2" /> of 2000, there were 18,429 people, 7,888 households, and 4,890 families living in the city. The [[population density]] was 3,880.1 people per square mile (1,498.0/km²). There were 8,273 housing units at an average density of 1,741.8 per square mile (672.5/km²). The racial makeup of the city was 93.89% [[White (U.S. Census)|White]], 0.95% [[African American (U.S. Census)|African American]], 0.81% [[Native American (U.S. Census)|Native American]], 0.84% [[Asian (U.S. Census)|Asian]], 0.03% [[Pacific Islander (U.S. Census)|Pacific Islander]], 1.45% from [[Race (United States Census)|other races]], and 2.03% from two or more races. [[Hispanic (U.S. Census)|Hispanic]] or [[Latino (U.S. Census)|Latino]] of any race were 4.73% of the population.
At the [[2000 United States Census|2000 census]] there were 18,429 people, 7,888 households, and 4,890 families living in the city. The population density was {{convert|3,880.1|PD/sqmi|PD/km2|sp=us|adj=off}}. There were 8,273 housing units at an average density of {{convert|1,741.8|/sqmi|/km2|sp=us|adj=off}}. The [[Race and ethnicity in the United States Census#2000 census|racial makeup]] of the city was 93.89% White, 0.95% African American, 0.81% Native American, 0.84% Asian, 0.03% Pacific Islander, 1.45% from other races, and 2.03% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.73%.<ref name="GR2" />


Out of 7,888 households, 28.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.6% were [[Marriage|married couples]] living together, 11.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 37.9% were non-families. 32.5% of all households were made up of individuals and 12.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.32 and the average family size was 2.94.
Out of 7,888 households, 28.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.6% were married couples living together, 11.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 37.9% were non-families. Of households, 32.5% were one person and 12.8% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.32 and the average family size was 2.94.


In the city, the population was spread out with 23.0% under the age of 18, 8.0% from 18 to 24, 31.3% from 25 to 44, 21.9% from 45 to 64, and 15.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 92.9 males.
The age distribution was 23.0% under the age of 18, 8.0% from 18 to 24, 31.3% from 25 to 44, 21.9% from 45 to 64, and 15.8% 65 or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 92.9 males.


The median income for a household in the city was [[USD|US$]]40,157, and the median income for a family was $49,082. Males had a median income of $36,787 versus $25,882 for females. The [[per capita income]] for the city was $19,615. About 5.6% of families and 8.2% of the population were below the [[poverty line]], including 11.1% of those under age 18 and 6.3% of those age 65 or over.
The median household income was [[USD|US$]]40,157, and the median family income was $49,082. Males had a median income of $36,787 versus $25,882 for females. The per capita income for the city was $19,615. About 5.6% of families and 8.2% of the population were below the [[poverty line]], including 11.1% of those under age 18 and 6.3% of those age 65 or over.


==Education==
==Education==
The [[Cudahy School District]] provides public education for the area. [[Cudahy High School]] is the local high school.{{citation needed|date=March 2013}}
The [[Cudahy School District]] provides public education for the area. [[Cudahy High School]] is the local high school.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Search for Public Schools - Cudahy School District |url=https://nces.ed.gov/ccd/schoolsearch/school_list.asp?Search=1&DistrictID=5503060 |access-date=November 22, 2023 |website=[[National Center for Education Statistics]]}}</ref><!-- 5503060 is the district ID for Cudahy -->


St. Paul's Lutheran School is a K4-8 Christian grade school of the [[Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod]] in Cudahy.<ref>{{cite web |title=St. Paul's Lutheran School |url=http://www.stpaulscudahyschool.com/default.asp?sec_id=140007732}}</ref>
St. Paul's Lutheran School is a K4–8 Christian grade school of the [[Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod]] in Cudahy.<ref>{{cite web |title=St. Paul's Lutheran School |url=http://www.stpaulscudahyschool.com/default.asp?sec_id=140007732}}</ref>


==Government==
==Government==
Cudahy is represented by [[Gwen Moore]] (D) in the [[United States House of Representatives]], and by [[Ron Johnson (Wisconsin politician)|Ron Johnson]] (R) and [[Tammy Baldwin]] (D) in the [[United States Senate]]. [[Chris Larson]] (D) represents Cudahy in the [[Wisconsin State Senate]], and [[Christine Sinicki]] (D) represents Cudahy in the [[Wisconsin State Assembly]].{{citation needed|date=March 2013}}
Cudahy is represented by [[Bryan Steil]] (R) in the [[United States House of Representatives]], and by [[Ron Johnson]] (R) and [[Tammy Baldwin]] (D) in the [[United States Senate]]. [[Chris Larson]] (D) represents Cudahy in the [[Wisconsin State Senate]], and [[Christine Sinicki]] (D) represents Cudahy in the [[Wisconsin State Assembly]].<ref>{{Cite web|last=Times|first=Jessie Opoien {{!}} The Capital|title=Wisconsin Assembly prepares to take up right-to-work bill|url=https://madison.com/news/local/govt-and-politics/wisconsin-assembly-prepares-to-take-up-right-to-work-bill/article_b54bc602-6adc-52eb-b65a-e9bf18dd2bf6.html|access-date=2021-01-11|website=madison.com|date=26 February 2015 |language=en}}</ref>


== Notable people ==
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* [[Frank Kosikowski]], professional football player
* [[Frank Kosikowski]], professional football player
* [[Jim Miklaszewski]], NBC News correspondent for the Pentagon
* [[Jim Miklaszewski]], NBC News correspondent for the Pentagon
* [[Vaughn Monroe]], [[Big band|Big Band]] era singer, lived in Cudahy for a time as a child.<ref>http://www.vaughnmonroesociety.org/biography.htm{{Retrieved|access-date=2017-02-12}}{{Dead link|date=January 2020 |bot=InternetArchiveBot |fix-attempted=yes }}</ref>
* [[Vaughn Monroe]], [[Big band|Big Band]] era singer, lived in Cudahy for a time as a child<ref>{{Cite web |title=Biography |url=http://www.vaughnmonroesociety.org/biography.htm |access-date=2017-02-12 |website=Vaughn Monroe Appreciation Society}}</ref>
* [[John Navarre]], NFL quarterback
* [[John Navarre]], NFL quarterback
* [[Sherman R. Sobocinski]], Wisconsin legislator
* [[Sherman R. Sobocinski]], Wisconsin legislator
* [[George C. Windrow]], Wisconsin legislator<ref>'Wisconsin Blue Book 1956,' Biographical Sketch of George C. Windrow, p. 58</ref>
* [[George C. Windrow]], Wisconsin legislator<ref>'Wisconsin Blue Book 1956,' Biographical Sketch of George C. Windrow, p. 58</ref>
* [[Major General Ronald Paul]], United States Air Force


==References==
==References==
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[[Category:Cities in Wisconsin]]
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[[Category:Cities in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin]]
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Latest revision as of 19:08, 4 September 2024

Cudahy, Wisconsin
City
Aerial image of ATI Forge and Packard Avenue
Aerial image of ATI Forge and Packard Avenue
Location of Cudahy in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin.
Location of Cudahy in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin.
Coordinates: 42°56′54″N 87°51′40″W / 42.94833°N 87.86111°W / 42.94833; -87.86111
Country United States
State Wisconsin
CountyMilwaukee
Government
 • MayorThomas Pavlic
Area
[1]
 • Total4.77 sq mi (12.36 km2)
 • Land4.77 sq mi (12.36 km2)
 • Water0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2)
Elevation
[2]
722 ft (220 m)
Population
 (2020)[3]
 • Total18,204
 • Estimate 
(2021)[4]
17,946
 • Density3,792.21/sq mi (1,464.18/km2)
Time zoneUTC−6 (Central (CST))
 • Summer (DST)UTC−5 (CDT)
ZIP Code
53110[5]
Area code414
FIPS code55-17975[6]
GNIS feature ID1563607[2]
Websitewww.cudahy-wi.gov

Cudahy (/ˈkʌdəheɪ/) is a city in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin, United States. The population was 18,204 at the 2020 census.

History

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Originally known as the Buckhorn Settlement, it was renamed in the late 1800s when Patrick Cudahy[7] purchased 700 acres (280 ha) of land in the Town of Lake, two miles (three kilometers) from the Milwaukee city limits, to build his meatpacking plant. The first village president was elected in 1895, and by 1906 Cudahy was incorporated as a city with a population of 2,556.[8]

Geography

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Cudahy is located at 42°56′54″N 87°51′40″W / 42.94833°N 87.86111°W / 42.94833; -87.86111 (42.948416, −87.861010).[9] According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 4.76 square miles (12.3 km2), all of it land.[10] The city is next door to the Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport.

Demographics

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Historical population
CensusPop.Note%±
19001,366—
19103,691170.2%
19206,72582.2%
193010,63158.1%
194010,561−0.7%
195012,18215.3%
196017,97547.6%
197022,07822.8%
198019,547−11.5%
199018,659−4.5%
200018,429−1.2%
201018,267−0.9%
202018,204−0.3%
2021 (est.)17,946[4]−1.4%
U.S. Decennial Census[11]

2010 census

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At the 2010 census there were 18,267 people, 8,059 households, and 4,666 families living in the city. The population density was 3,837.6 inhabitants per square mile (1,481.7/km2). There were 8,662 housing units at an average density of 1,819.7 per square mile (702.6/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 88.8% White, 2.7% African American, 0.9% Native American, 1.4% Asian, 3.6% from other races, and 2.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 9.7%.[3]

Out of 8,059 households, 27.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 40.7% were married couples living together, 11.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.4% had a male householder with no wife present, and 42.1% were non-families. Of households, 35.5% were made up of individuals, and 13.1% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.26 and the average family size was 2.94.

The median age was 40.3 years. 21.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 26.6% were from 25 to 44; 28.3% were from 45 to 64; and 15.7% were 65 or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.1% male and 50.9% female.

2000 census

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Patrick Cudahy Memorial statue in Sheridan Park

At the 2000 census there were 18,429 people, 7,888 households, and 4,890 families living in the city. The population density was 3,880.1 inhabitants per square mile (1,498.1/km2). There were 8,273 housing units at an average density of 1,741.8 per square mile (672.5/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 93.89% White, 0.95% African American, 0.81% Native American, 0.84% Asian, 0.03% Pacific Islander, 1.45% from other races, and 2.03% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.73%.[6]

Out of 7,888 households, 28.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.6% were married couples living together, 11.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 37.9% were non-families. Of households, 32.5% were one person and 12.8% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.32 and the average family size was 2.94.

The age distribution was 23.0% under the age of 18, 8.0% from 18 to 24, 31.3% from 25 to 44, 21.9% from 45 to 64, and 15.8% 65 or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 92.9 males.

The median household income was US$40,157, and the median family income was $49,082. Males had a median income of $36,787 versus $25,882 for females. The per capita income for the city was $19,615. About 5.6% of families and 8.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 11.1% of those under age 18 and 6.3% of those age 65 or over.

Education

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The Cudahy School District provides public education for the area. Cudahy High School is the local high school.[12]

St. Paul's Lutheran School is a K4–8 Christian grade school of the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod in Cudahy.[13]

Government

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Cudahy is represented by Bryan Steil (R) in the United States House of Representatives, and by Ron Johnson (R) and Tammy Baldwin (D) in the United States Senate. Chris Larson (D) represents Cudahy in the Wisconsin State Senate, and Christine Sinicki (D) represents Cudahy in the Wisconsin State Assembly.[14]

Notable people

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References

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  1. ^ "2019 U.S. Gazetteer Files". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved August 7, 2020.
  2. ^ a b "US Board on Geographic Names". United States Geological Survey. October 25, 2007. Retrieved January 31, 2008.
  3. ^ a b "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved November 18, 2012.
  4. ^ a b "Population and Housing Unit Estimates". United States Census Bureau. May 16, 2022. Retrieved August 10, 2022.
  5. ^ "Cudahy WI ZIP Code". zipdatamaps.com. 2023. Retrieved February 10, 2023.
  6. ^ a b "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved January 31, 2008.
  7. ^ Company, Chicago and North Western Railway (1908). A History of the Origin of the Place Names Connected with the Chicago & North Western and Chicago, St. Paul, Minneapolis & Omaha Railways. p. 61. {{cite book}}: |last= has generic name (help)
  8. ^ "Cudahy History". Cudahy Historical Society. 2015. Retrieved January 2, 2023.
  9. ^ "US Gazetteer files: 2010, 2000, and 1990". United States Census Bureau. February 12, 2011. Retrieved April 23, 2011.
  10. ^ "US Gazetteer files 2010". United States Census Bureau. Archived from the original on January 25, 2012. Retrieved November 18, 2012.
  11. ^ "Census of Population and Housing". Census.gov. Retrieved August 10, 2022.
  12. ^ "Search for Public Schools - Cudahy School District". National Center for Education Statistics. Retrieved November 22, 2023.
  13. ^ "St. Paul's Lutheran School".
  14. ^ Times, Jessie Opoien | The Capital (February 26, 2015). "Wisconsin Assembly prepares to take up right-to-work bill". madison.com. Retrieved January 11, 2021.
  15. ^ "Biography". Vaughn Monroe Appreciation Society. Retrieved February 12, 2017.
  16. ^ 'Wisconsin Blue Book 1956,' Biographical Sketch of George C. Windrow, p. 58
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