Zwiardowski, Rev. Felix, C.R.
Clergyman. Pioneer-priest, missionary for Polish immigrants in Texas. Former pastor of St. Mary's Church, Panna Maria, Texas. Tn 1873 he came to Chicago, Ill. and became pastor of St. Stanislaus Kostka parish from Sept. 15, 1873 to July, 1874: returned to Panna Maria. Texas, where he stayed until his death. In 1875 established the Polish Order of the Sisters of the Immaculate Conception in Panna Maria, Texas. This order of 30 nuns died out in 1880. Vicar-General of Polish affairs and counselor for all Polish missions in Texas in 1875. Deceased.From: "Who's Who in Polish America" by Rev. Francis Bolek, Editor-in-Chief; Harbinger House, New York, 1943