Oberste, William H. (William Herman), 1899-1983

The papers of Monsignor Oberste (1899-1983), author of works on Irish colonists in Texas, the missions at Refugio, and other locations in South Texas; parish priest at Our Lady of Refuge, Refugio, from 1933-1969.

The Texas Knights of Columbus Historical Commission (TKCHC) was established in 1923, to gather materials for and conduct the writing of the history of Catholicism in Texas. Records include correspondence, research notes, manuscripts, reports, minutes, and photographs.