Wisconsin, Ladysmith: Saint Mary's/Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic School (OLS) Parish - History, 1906-1984

The folder contains various histories of St. Mary's/OLS Parish in Ladysmith, Wisconsin, authored by different writers covering the years 1906 to 1984. It includes news articles from 1912 to 1981, providing a chronological account of parish events and developments. Correspondence from 1907 between the Diocese of Superior and Servite priests offers insights into the church's early administrative and pastoral matters. The folder also holds the Articles of Incorporation from 1904, documenting the formal establishment of the parish. Additionally, there is correspondence from the Land Office and Mr. Armstrong dated 1907, related to land acquisition or property issues. Original handwritten notes by Sr. Alice M. Henke are included, detailing her efforts in compiling the parish's history. Visual materials comprise early photographs of the church building and a 2012 photograph of a statue associated with the parish.