The Baptist Standard digital archive makes available to a global audience the print archive—covering more than 120 years—of the historic newspaper. The searchable collection is a valuable tool for researching religious, denominational, cultural, political, social and other history, and a literary treasure for churches and individuals who have long enjoyed reading the Baptist Standard.
The physical archive is accessible in two places—Baylor University Libraries and the Texas Baptist Historical Collection—both in Waco, Texas, with the Texas Baptist Historical Collection holding the only complete record.
The Baptist Standard digital archive makes available to a global audience the print archive—covering more than 120 years—of the historic newspaper. The searchable collection is a valuable tool for researching religious, denominational, cultural, political, social and other history, and a literary treasure for churches and individuals who have long enjoyed reading the Baptist Standard.
The physical archive is accessible in two places—Baylor University Libraries and the Texas Baptist Historical Collection—both in Waco, Texas, with the Texas Baptist Historical Collection holding the only complete record.
History of the Baptist Standard :
History of the Baptist Standard :
The beginning of the Baptist Standard dates back to about 1888, though it was published under that masthead for the first time on March 3, 1892. J.B. Cranfill, who once ran as a Prohibition Party candidate for vice president of the United States, was editor of the privately-owned paper. The Standard was to be a “peace paper” to further the work of Texas Baptists, namely the Baptist General Convention.
Prior to 1915, when the Baptist General Convention of Texas incorporated the Baptist Standard as a nonprofit, various owners consisted of individuals and groups—one of which included George W. Truett. During its first 100 years, editors included persons of note in Baptist history, such as J.B. Gambrell, J. Frank Norris, J.M. Dawson, and E.S. James.
The printed paper ceased in December 2012, at which time the Standard became fully digital, publishing news, opinion and resources online throughout each week. However, Baptist Standard Publishing began CommonCall Magazine, a quarterly print publication carrying special features and human interest stories.
The beginning of the Baptist Standard dates back to about 1888, though it was published under that masthead for the first time on March 3, 1892. J.B. Cranfill, who once ran as a Prohibition Party candidate for vice president of the United States, was editor of the privately-owned paper. The Standard was to be a “peace paper” to further the work of Texas Baptists, namely the Baptist General Convention.
Prior to 1915, when the Baptist General Convention of Texas incorporated the Baptist Standard as a nonprofit, various owners consisted of individuals and groups—one of which included George W. Truett. During its first 100 years, editors included persons of note in Baptist history, such as J.B. Gambrell, J. Frank Norris, J.M. Dawson, and E.S. James.
The printed paper ceased in December 2012, at which time the Standard became fully digital, publishing news, opinion and resources online throughout each week. However, Baptist Standard Publishing began CommonCall Magazine, a quarterly print publication carrying special features and human interest stories.
A Note of Thanks :
A Note of Thanks :
The Baptist Standard digital archive was made possible through the collaboration of the Standard, the Baptist General Convention of Texas, the Texas Baptist Historical Collection and the Baylor University Libraries.
Completion of the project is made possible by the generosity of an anonymous donor.
The Baptist Standard digital archive was made possible through the collaboration of the Standard, the Baptist General Convention of Texas, the Texas Baptist Historical Collection and the Baylor University Libraries.
Completion of the project is made possible by the generosity of an anonymous donor.
User Notes :
User Notes :
Using This Resource In Your Research?
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Using This Resource In Your Research?
For access to high-resolution images for the purposes of scholarly research, please email digitalcollectionsinfo@baylor.edu.
Items in this collection may not be reproduced for commercial use without prior written consent from Baylor University, Religious Collections, Waco, Texas. Please email digitalcollectionsinfo@baylor.edu to make such a request.
Restricted Items
Items may have restricted access due to copyright reasons. Items with the following message - "You may need to log in to continue. Access the full asset and its details" - are restriced to public view. For research related access please email digitalcollectionsinfo@baylor.edu.
Historical Context Note
The Baylor University Libraries strive to make our digital collection resources available and useful to our faculty, staff, students, alumni, researchers, and the general public. Through our Web sites, the Libraries offer broad public access to a wide range of information, including historical materials that may contain offensive language or negative stereotypes. Such materials must be viewed in the context of the relevant time period. Baylor University does not endorse the views expressed in such materials.
Comments, Questions, or Concerns?
Please email digitalcollectionsinfo@baylor.edu with any comments, questions, or concerns about this collection. Please include the URL to the specific page or item when emailing.