Paul J. Thompson papers, 1918-1919, 1944.

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Paul J. Thompson papers, 1918-1919, 1944.

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Letters by Thompson describing his experiences as a YMCA secretary in Italy during World War I; printed reports and pamphlets, some in Italian, on the war and the YMCA; photographs and maps of the Italian war front; histories of YMCA activities during the war; and personal memorabilia.

0.5 cu. ft. (1 box, incl. 8 v.)

Minnesota Historical Society Library

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Minnesota War Records Commission

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Thompson, Paul Jennings, 1875-1950.

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Young Men's Christian Associations of North America

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After several preliminary attempts, the Young Men's Christian Association (Y.M.C.A.) was established in Spokane Falls, Washington Territory on November 4, 1884. William Markham was its first secretary. The Association, combining interests in social, physical and spiritual welfare among men, grew rapidly in the rapidly expanding trade center of eastern Washington. Soon after 1900, attempts were made to raise funds for a permanent home with full facilities. A large new building was constructed at ...