The State Historical Society of Wisconsin http://www.shsw.wisc.edu/ has an excellent online site with lots of help: 1. Online catalog 2. Online orders for pre-1907 birth, death, marriage records (modest charges) 3. Genealogy site for other useful information 4. Online Civil War roster of all WI veterans They are extremely helpful, however be sure to include a SASE with your inquiry. A small donation doesn't hurt, either. Online requests are also filled quite promptly assuming you give them accurate info. Many of the newspapers are on microfilm for ILL orders through your local library. Etc. Regards, Ellen Bisson