Jacksonport Historical Society Presents “The Cote Family” at Aug. 24 Meeting

Join the Jacksonport Historical Society as Les Kiehnau and Terry Magno present “The Cote Family” on Aug. 24 at 7 pm at the Jacksonport Town Hall, County V, Jacksonport.

The Gaspard and Selina Cote family entered the Jacksonport scene in 1899. Initially farming at a site on what is now County A, Gaspard also operated a tavern near the center of town. Three of his six children continued to be involved in Jacksonport-based agricultural, commercial and retail enterprises for decades to come. Direct descendants of the family, including longtime Jacksonport Historical Society member Jerome (Jerry) Cote, continue a Jacksonport presence today.

Kiehnau, son of Sally and Eugene, grew up in the village of Jacksonport. Although Gaspard’s oldest daughter Leona Grovogel was technically Les’ great aunt, she always lived with the Eugene Kiehnau family and was referred to as Grandma.

Magno, grandson of Joseph Cote, spent several summers at his grandparent’s cherry and strawberry enterprise located at the corner of County A & V in Jacksonport.

This program is open to the public and refreshments will be served. Admission is free, but a donation is greatly appreciated.