The mission was founded in 1847 for Osage Indians living along the Neosho and Verdigris rivers. A manual labor school for boys was established by the Jesuits and a department for girls by the Sisters of Loretto. Highest recorded enrollment was 239. . . . — — Map (db m46238) HM
Dedicated to the Glory of Almighty God, in memory of those who made the supreme sacrifice in defence of their country. We honor all. — — Map (db m65816) WM