Photo of Ms. Lois Bentley

Photograph

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Waupun Historical Society

Ms. Lois Bentley-1st female officer-WI State Prison

Ms. Lois Bentley-1st female officer-WI State Prison

Name/Title

Photo of Ms. Lois Bentley

Description

Recent photo 1975 of newest correctional officer, first female in history of institution hired as an officer, Ms. Lois Bentley. The man in the picture is Capt. Schlei, training officer for the institution. This photo was included with paperwork compiled on the historical information of the Wisconsin State Prison for the Waupun 1976 Bicentennial Celebration.

Acquisition

Accession

2016.0075

Source or Donor

Waupun Area Chamber of Commerce

Acquisition Method

Donation