A.O. "Augie" Paunack (1879-1954) was a Madison native, the son of German immigrants. His business career began as a newspaper carrier and ended as the founder and president of the Commercial State Bank of Madison, a founder of radio station WIBA, and a builder of the old Capitol movie theater. The land was owned by his son, R.R. Paunack, who promoted the development and dedication of the property.

Marker can be reached from Waunona Way 0.4 miles east of Hoboken Road.

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