Michigan Polonia and the Polish Mission support the work of the Keweenaw National Historic Park in Calumet, Michigan. We are preparing a submission for their permanent exhibit regarding the Polish community of Calumet.
We have documented their recruitment by Michigan immigration agent Maximilian Allardt and their settlement in the Keweenaw. We seek colleagues who might have something to contribute. Please review this “Call for Artifacts for Union Building Exhibit”
http://www.nps.gov/kewe/parkmgmt/upload/artifact%20site%20bulletin.pdf
Contact information for the Union Building Exhibit:
James Corless
Superintendent
906-337-3168
Refer to: H2017
Risk and Resilience in a Copper Mining Community Exhibition
Showing posts with label Calumet. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Calumet. Show all posts
Sunday, March 29, 2009
Monday, September 15, 2008
Map of Calumet and Vicinity scale: 1in=600ft (part 2)
Swedetown, Laurium, Calumet, Tamarack
From the MTU Archives, undated
Saturday, July 26, 2008
Polish School Closes, 1921
The Mining Gazette , Friday, January 7, 1921,p. 10
POLISH SCHOOL CLOSES
Decrease in Attendance is Announced
as Reason
The low record of attendance at the
Polish parochial school in Seventh
Street resulted in the closing of its
doors Monday. The departure of many
Polish residents in the Calumet district
caused a decrease in enrollment of over
50 per cent, the attendance at the last
sessions totaling 43.
Rev. Fr. Woolny announced yester-
day provisions had been made for the
pupils in the parochial and public
Schools of the district.
Wednesday, May 7, 2008
1964-65 Card Indexing of Baptismal, Confirmation entries
The 1868-1968 Sacred Heart Church Centennial
p34
transcribed by Ceil Wendt Jensen
During the century of its existence, our parish has lived a Century of Faith. The records of baptism, which date back to 1868, have 8348 entries. Confirmation administered by the Bishops of the Diocese 4761- Marriages contracted 1880- Burials 3319. There are many requests for certification o f baptism. A gigantic work done in 1964-65 with the assistance of the young people and members of the Altar Society was the card -indexing of the Baptismal and Confirmation entries. The index makes it possible to find names which were recorded at times with sort of "ad lib"spelling.
p34
transcribed by Ceil Wendt Jensen
During the century of its existence, our parish has lived a Century of Faith. The records of baptism, which date back to 1868, have 8348 entries. Confirmation administered by the Bishops of the Diocese 4761- Marriages contracted 1880- Burials 3319. There are many requests for certification o f baptism. A gigantic work done in 1964-65 with the assistance of the young people and members of the Altar Society was the card -indexing of the Baptismal and Confirmation entries. The index makes it possible to find names which were recorded at times with sort of "ad lib"spelling.
Monday, December 10, 2007
Copper Country Evening News : Polish Residents Celebrated Last Saturday
Copper Country Evening News
30 November 1896
Polish Residents Celebrated Last Saturday
The Sixty-Sixth Anniversary
Yesterday was the 66th anniversary of the uprising of the Poles and although the uprising was unsuccessful the Poles look upon the day with reverence and respect. Saturday the Poles of this city, under the direction of the Polish Hussars, had intended to hold a big celebration, including a parade by the various societies, but the stormy weather interfered to some extent with the day’s doings. The Hussars and the boys’ military organization had arranged with the Red Jacket band for the parade, but it could not be held in the storm.
The entertainment at the Opera House in the evening was, however, well attended, not withstanding the storm and the various other attractions. The Red Jacket band was present and rendered several selections and also played the Polish national airs. The band’s music seemed to touch a tender spot in the heart of those present and they were heartily applauded. There was vocal music, principally by the choir of St. Ignatius’ church, and several duets on the piano and violin. The children of the Polish school sang several airs in Polish which were applauded.
Some of the older pupils of the school gave declamations in Polish and some in English, and two short dramas were produced. Both of the dramas were in Polish and highly pleased the audience. On was entitled, when translated, “When the Cat’s Away, the Mice Will Play.” This was produced by the junior members of the Young Men’s Polish literary and dramatic club. The other was entitled “The Persecuted Husband,” and was produced by the senior members of the club.
The address of the evening was delivered by Rev. Father Krogulski in Polish. He spoke of the reason for celebrating the day and then traced the origin of the revolution, paying every respect to the memories of the leaders of the unequal fight.
N.B. The church was probably St. Anthony, the Polish church in Calumet.
Transcribed by Joseph F. Martin of Romeoville, Illinois, on 9 December 2007.
30 November 1896
Polish Residents Celebrated Last Saturday
The Sixty-Sixth Anniversary
Yesterday was the 66th anniversary of the uprising of the Poles and although the uprising was unsuccessful the Poles look upon the day with reverence and respect. Saturday the Poles of this city, under the direction of the Polish Hussars, had intended to hold a big celebration, including a parade by the various societies, but the stormy weather interfered to some extent with the day’s doings. The Hussars and the boys’ military organization had arranged with the Red Jacket band for the parade, but it could not be held in the storm.
The entertainment at the Opera House in the evening was, however, well attended, not withstanding the storm and the various other attractions. The Red Jacket band was present and rendered several selections and also played the Polish national airs. The band’s music seemed to touch a tender spot in the heart of those present and they were heartily applauded. There was vocal music, principally by the choir of St. Ignatius’ church, and several duets on the piano and violin. The children of the Polish school sang several airs in Polish which were applauded.
Some of the older pupils of the school gave declamations in Polish and some in English, and two short dramas were produced. Both of the dramas were in Polish and highly pleased the audience. On was entitled, when translated, “When the Cat’s Away, the Mice Will Play.” This was produced by the junior members of the Young Men’s Polish literary and dramatic club. The other was entitled “The Persecuted Husband,” and was produced by the senior members of the club.
The address of the evening was delivered by Rev. Father Krogulski in Polish. He spoke of the reason for celebrating the day and then traced the origin of the revolution, paying every respect to the memories of the leaders of the unequal fight.
N.B. The church was probably St. Anthony, the Polish church in Calumet.
Transcribed by Joseph F. Martin of Romeoville, Illinois, on 9 December 2007.
Monday, December 3, 2007
Parafia św. Wojciecha, Bnin, Schrimm, Posen
Ancestral parish for many miners
Many of the early Polish miners in Calumet were baptised and wed at the Roman Catholic parish of Parafia św. Wojciecha in Bnin, Schrimm, Posen. The following villages were part of the parish: Dolskiem, Czmon, Konarskie, Mieczewo, Prusinowo, Radzewo.
Many of the early Polish miners in Calumet were baptised and wed at the Roman Catholic parish of Parafia św. Wojciecha in Bnin, Schrimm, Posen. The following villages were part of the parish: Dolskiem, Czmon, Konarskie, Mieczewo, Prusinowo, Radzewo.
German Name: Bnin
Today's Name: Bnin
Kreis/County: Schrimm German
Province: Posen
Today's Province: Poznanskie Location: East 17°05' North 52°13'
Location Description: This village/town is located 12.0 km and 269 degrees from Schroda, which is known today as Sroda Wielkopolska
Do you think your ancestors came from Bnin? You can order the microfilms for the parish from your local Family History Center. There are also civil records listed in the online catalog:
Księgi metrykalne, 1636-1920 Kościół rzymsko-katolicki. Parafja Bnin
Zivilstandsregister, 1874-1884 Bnin (Kr. Schrimm, Posen). Standesamt
St. Anthony of Padua Roman Catholic Church,1882
Photo by Ceil Wendt Jensen
Transcribed by Joseph Martin
Transcribed by Joseph Martin
In 1872 there were only four Polish families and a few single men in Calumet. Total strangers among the other nationalities they naturally sought their own company. Father Jacker was then pastor at the Sacred Heart and in him they found a great friend and protector. He not only had the Jesuit Father Szulak visit them but he himself made an attempt to learn Polish in which he progressed enough to be able to read the gospel to them and in case of necessity make himself understood.
Several changes came, the Poles keenly felt the loss of their friend, so they decided to call upon Bishop Mrak the first time he stepped into town. And when they did, he said: "I have written for a Polish priest and he will shortly arrive here. I intend to leave him here for the Polish and German Catholics."
On the 12th of January, 1875, Rev. Fabian Pawlar arrived and he and Father Brown divided the honors of the pastorate. In October Father Brown was removed and Father Pawlar remained alone in charge of the parish until August 11, 1878. When removed to Houghton he still remained in touch with his countrymen and kept the awakened desire of having a church of their own alive.
A committee was benignantly received by Mr. Alexander Agassiz, president of the Calumet and Hecla Mining Company and he gave them two lots on Seventh street and six hundred dollars in cash. With this aid their spirits rose and the church became an accomplished fact. At the end of October Father Pawlar removed again to the Sacred Heart and from there superintended his new church.
It was a frame structure 75x41, with the sacristy and the "traditional few rooms for the priest." The church was dedicated to St. Anthony of Padua on the 5th of November, 1882, by Bishop Vertin. On June 24, 1883, Father Pawlar severed his connection with the parish. After a vacancy of three months, Rev. Aemilius Goch became pastor but remained only one month.
Rancorous disorders convulsed the whole parish and the Bishop placed it under an administrator of non-Polish nationality. Rev. Father Vermare took hold of it on December 30, 1883, and ruled until the following July 30th, when pre-occupied with his own, the French, congregation he withdrew. Then Rev. W. Wingerter attended to it for a month. Finally, September 20, 1884, a Polish priest, Rev. J. Horbaczewski, was again appointed. He stayed until September 18, 1887. To forestall threatening dissension Bishop Vertin sent a German administrator in the person of Rev. Fidelis Sutter, from November 13, 1887, to April 8, 1888.
Although not adverse to non-Polish priests the rejoicing was general when in the beginning of May Rev. August Krogulski became pastor. After his departure to Europe, July 6, 1892, these pastors followed: Rev. Julius Papon, from August 14, 1892, to July 24, 1894. Rev. W. A. Mlynarczyk, from July 29, 1894, to May 12, 1895. Rev. A. Krogulski, second term, from June 2, 1895, to August 22, 1897. Rev. Francis Maciarcz, the present pastor, from August 29, 1897.
The rooms in the sacristy were not long considered suitable accommodation for the pastor. In 1889 they built him a neat residence at a cost of one thousand four hundred dollars. And as the congregation was rapidly gaining in membership the enlarging of the church became a necessity. In 1892, Father Papon lengthened it out twenty-five feet to the rear and at the same time built an addition 42X22 for the purposes of a Polish school, which has an attendance of eighty pupils and is conducted by two lay teachers. The cost of these additions and repairs was in excess of twelve thousand five hundred dollars.
The rebuilt church was blessed by Bishop Vertin, November 27, 1892. The number of Polish families in Red Jacket and neighborhood has grown from four to two hundred of today. Notwithstanding the unfortunate dissensions caused by unscrupulous souls the parish has prospered. With faith deeply rooted in their hearts these sturdy sons of old Poland have more than liberally contributed towards the upbuilding of their church, which today stands without an indebtedness.
"History of the Diocese of Sault Ste. Marie and Marquette" (Containing a full and accurate account of the development of the Catholic Church in Upper Michigan) by Rev. Antoine Ivan Rezek. (Chicago: M. A. Donohue & Co., 1907), Vol. 2, pp. 282-283.
Several changes came, the Poles keenly felt the loss of their friend, so they decided to call upon Bishop Mrak the first time he stepped into town. And when they did, he said: "I have written for a Polish priest and he will shortly arrive here. I intend to leave him here for the Polish and German Catholics."
On the 12th of January, 1875, Rev. Fabian Pawlar arrived and he and Father Brown divided the honors of the pastorate. In October Father Brown was removed and Father Pawlar remained alone in charge of the parish until August 11, 1878. When removed to Houghton he still remained in touch with his countrymen and kept the awakened desire of having a church of their own alive.
A committee was benignantly received by Mr. Alexander Agassiz, president of the Calumet and Hecla Mining Company and he gave them two lots on Seventh street and six hundred dollars in cash. With this aid their spirits rose and the church became an accomplished fact. At the end of October Father Pawlar removed again to the Sacred Heart and from there superintended his new church.
It was a frame structure 75x41, with the sacristy and the "traditional few rooms for the priest." The church was dedicated to St. Anthony of Padua on the 5th of November, 1882, by Bishop Vertin. On June 24, 1883, Father Pawlar severed his connection with the parish. After a vacancy of three months, Rev. Aemilius Goch became pastor but remained only one month.
Rancorous disorders convulsed the whole parish and the Bishop placed it under an administrator of non-Polish nationality. Rev. Father Vermare took hold of it on December 30, 1883, and ruled until the following July 30th, when pre-occupied with his own, the French, congregation he withdrew. Then Rev. W. Wingerter attended to it for a month. Finally, September 20, 1884, a Polish priest, Rev. J. Horbaczewski, was again appointed. He stayed until September 18, 1887. To forestall threatening dissension Bishop Vertin sent a German administrator in the person of Rev. Fidelis Sutter, from November 13, 1887, to April 8, 1888.
Although not adverse to non-Polish priests the rejoicing was general when in the beginning of May Rev. August Krogulski became pastor. After his departure to Europe, July 6, 1892, these pastors followed: Rev. Julius Papon, from August 14, 1892, to July 24, 1894. Rev. W. A. Mlynarczyk, from July 29, 1894, to May 12, 1895. Rev. A. Krogulski, second term, from June 2, 1895, to August 22, 1897. Rev. Francis Maciarcz, the present pastor, from August 29, 1897.
The rooms in the sacristy were not long considered suitable accommodation for the pastor. In 1889 they built him a neat residence at a cost of one thousand four hundred dollars. And as the congregation was rapidly gaining in membership the enlarging of the church became a necessity. In 1892, Father Papon lengthened it out twenty-five feet to the rear and at the same time built an addition 42X22 for the purposes of a Polish school, which has an attendance of eighty pupils and is conducted by two lay teachers. The cost of these additions and repairs was in excess of twelve thousand five hundred dollars.
The rebuilt church was blessed by Bishop Vertin, November 27, 1892. The number of Polish families in Red Jacket and neighborhood has grown from four to two hundred of today. Notwithstanding the unfortunate dissensions caused by unscrupulous souls the parish has prospered. With faith deeply rooted in their hearts these sturdy sons of old Poland have more than liberally contributed towards the upbuilding of their church, which today stands without an indebtedness.
"History of the Diocese of Sault Ste. Marie and Marquette" (Containing a full and accurate account of the development of the Catholic Church in Upper Michigan) by Rev. Antoine Ivan Rezek. (Chicago: M. A. Donohue & Co., 1907), Vol. 2, pp. 282-283.
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