Lawrence University

Lawrence University, chartered January 15, 1847, has admitted women to its student body from the day classes started November 12, 1849, in the original Academy or Institute. The first collegiate class of seven students -- four men and three women ...

Lawrence County

Formed March 20, 1849 from Beaver and Mercer counties. Its name honors naval hero Capt. James Lawrence. County seat, New Castle was laid out in 1802. Between 1890 and 1920 it was one of America's fastest growing cities and center ...

Lawrence Peter Hollis

"Pete"

1883 - 1978

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[North Face]:

Superintent of Parker District Schools.

Founded the first Adult Education Center in Greenville Coounty.

Introduced Vocational Education (Forerunner of Technical Education Colleges in South Carolina).

President of South Carolina Education Association.

Leader in peaceful integration.

Founded the Singing Christmas ...

James Lawrence Orr

[West Inscription]:

James Lawrence Orr

Born Aug. 29, 1852

Died Feb. 26, 1905

[South Inscription]:

Representative in the Legislature.

Fearless and efficient Solicitor

of Eight Circuit for seven years.

An able and successful lawyer.

One of the most prominent ...