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La Crosse (Wis.) -- History

 Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings

Found in 76 Collections and/or Records:

History of La Crosse Postcard Booklet

 Collection — Box MISC 12, Folder: 18
Identifier: MISC MSS 119
Abstract

Booklet made of postcards featuring buildings and other landmarks in the La Crosse, Wisconsin area. Most of the postcards were printed prior to 1950, and the booklet was assembled in approximately 1960. The booklet was used by elementary school students to learn about the history of La Crosse.

Dates: circa 1960

History of the La Crosse (Wisconsin) Post Office, 1843-1978

 Collection — Box MISC 8, Folder: 8
Identifier: MISC MSS 065
Abstract

Photocopy of a history concerning the La Crosse, Wisconsin post office between 1843 and 1978, written by James O. Holmlund in 1978.

Dates: 1978

John Toland and Hayden Hauser Correspondence on 1402 King Street, La Crosse, Wisconsin

 Collection — Box MISC 18, Folder: 12
Identifier: MISC MSS 181
Abstract Photocopies of correspondence dated 1987-1996 between John Toland and Hayden Hauser. Toland was trying to accurately portray his grandfather's house at 1402 King Street in La Crosse, Wisconsin, for his book Captured by History. Hauser was the owner and resident of the house at the time. Also included are photocopies of an early draft and final copy of chapter two of Captured by History. Toland was a Pulizer Prize winning...
Dates: 1987-1996

John Wehrer Papers

 Collection — Box MISC 21, Folder: 6
Identifier: MISC MSS 193
Abstract

The John Wehrer Papers contain materials related the the Wehrer estate and properties located at 118 South 3rd Street and 308 South 3rd Street in La Crosse, Wisconsin. These materials also mention other family members, including Joseph Wehrer, Margie Wehrer, Mary Wehrer, Anna Wehrer, Helen Counts, Margreth Wehrer, and Fred Wehrer.

Dates: 1891-1946

Ken Jenkerson Transcriptions Of Leo Schroeder Diary, 1896-1899

 Collection — Box MISC 15, Folder: 1-2
Identifier: MISC MSS 136
Abstract

Transcription of Leo Schroeder's diary, 1896-1899, prepared by Ken Jenkerson in 1996. Diary contains information on Schroeder's activities in and around the La Crosse, Wisconsin area during this time period.

Dates: 1996

La Crosse and Milwaukee Railroad Company Bylaws

 Collection — Box MISC 10, Folder: 16
Identifier: MISC MSS 091
Abstract

Bylaws of the La Crosse and Milwaukee Railroad Company, 1856.

Dates: 1856

La Crosse Area Visitor

 Collection
Identifier: LP 0143

La Crosse Morning Chronicle Almanac

 Collection — Box MISC 10, Folder: 11
Identifier: MISC MSS 086
Abstract

Illustrated almanac published by the La Crosse Morning Chronicle in 1896.

Dates: 1896

La Crosse Observer

 Collection
Identifier: LP 0179
Dates: 1989, 1999-2000

La Crosse, Wisconsin, Board of Trade Constitution and By-Laws

 Collection — Box MISC 10, Folder: 3
Identifier: MISC MSS 078
Abstract

Constitution and bylaws of the La Crosse, Wisconsin Board of Trade, 1892. This organization served as a forerunner of the Greater La Crosse Area Chamber of Commerce, with a goal of advancing the mercantile and manufacturing interests in La Crosse.

Dates: 1892