Pastors
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Pastors
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Images, articles, publications, obituaries and related items pertaining to pastors of Park Avenue United Methodist Church in New York City.
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Obituaries/ Rev. Dr. De Witt B. Thompson
This is an obituary for Rev. Dr. DeWitt Thompson, who had once been a pastor at Park Avenue United Methodist Church.
Ferdinand C. Iglehart portrait
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A black and white print of Ferdinand C. Iglehart, who was once a pastor at the Park Avenue United Methodist Church.
The Methodist Episcopal Church and Slavery
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This book discusses the basis of the Methodist Episcopal Church and how it was built on a basis of nonslaveholding. De Vinné's purpose in putting out the text was to respond to criticisms that had been leveled against the church…
Recollections of Fifty Years in the Ministry
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This book discusses the life of Daniel De Vinné, a Methodist minister. It traces his life through his childhood, the taking of his religious vows, and his time as a minister at various churches. De Vinné helped organize and build…
Theodore Roosevelt: The Man as I Knew Him
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This book is a biography of Theodore Roosevelt, a friend and associate of Ferdinand Cowle Iglehart. According to Iglehart, the biography was written to pay tribute to Theodore Roosevelt and to portray Roosevelt as a model…
King Alcohol Dethroned
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This book discusses the agencies involved in promoting prohibition in the States. The purpose of the book, according to the author, is to encourage prohibition and emphasize the role of morals and religion in the success of…
Rev. Dr. Albert D. Vail Dead
Obituary of the Reverend Dr. Albert D. Vail. Includes a detailed account of his sudden death as well as a brief history of his ministry and family life.
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REV. DE WITT THOMPSON: Methodist Episcopal Minister Served Here From 1901-08
NOTE: This article can only be viewed with a New York Times subscription. Article preview for the obituary for the Reverend De Witt Thompson. Contact information for full obituary provided.
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AN OLD CLERGYMAN DEAD: REMINISCENCES OF THE LIFE AND WORK OF THE REV. DR. DE VINNÉ
Obituary of the Reverend Doctor Daniel De Vinné. Includes a brief sketch of his ministry and family life that were included in the by the preacher at his funeral service.
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