Lawrence Journal World in Lawrence, Kansas

Obituary for George Wool Draper in Lawrence Kansas

George Wool Draper died at his home in East Lawrence on Friday morning June 6 1913 in his 53rd year after years of declining health. He was born January 11 1860 near Clinton Kansas and lived with his parents until after high school and Kansas State University. A bright student, he taught in Douglas county, worked 25 years in factories including Lawrence Canning Co and other sites across the U S and Canada. A courteous man loved by employees, he was a member of First Christian church and the Fraternal Air Association. High funeral services were held Sunday afternoon June 8 at his home conducted by Rev McFarland. burial followed at Oak Hill cemetery with services by Rev Land and Rev Kaufman.