On this site, Dr. Kate Pelham Newcomb, a well-respected and loved physician, provided medical care from her office and treatment room during the 1940s and 1950s. One of only two doctors for the vast northern Wisconsin area, she treated local . . . — — Map (db m185568) HM
Dr. Kate NewComb had a dream -- a hospital for the Lakeland area. Through contributions and volunteer help, the hospital was started. Because of the lack of funds the building was discontinued. Pennies would now help to complete the hospital.
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World War I • World War II
This monument erected in memory of those
who made the supreme sacrifice for their country.
Trapp-Gehrke Post 292 · 1946
In honor of all veterans who came to the aid of their country.
By the Trapp Gehrke . . . — — Map (db m36083) HM
The World’s Largest Penny was dedicated on May 29, 1954 as a tribute to the staff and students of Arbor Vitae-Woodruff School. This monument reflects Dr. Kate Pelham Newcomb‘s dream for a local hospital, as well as the community spirit of Woodruff . . . — — Map (db m177737) HM
