Savery, William, 1750-1804
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Savery, William, 1750-1804
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Savery
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William
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1750-1804
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Savery, William, Jr., 1750-1804
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Savery
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William
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Jr.
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1750-1804
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Biographical History
William Savery (1750-1804) was born September 14, 1750, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the son of William and Mary (Peters) Savery. Educated in local schools, Savery was then apprenticed in the tanning industry. He was a business Friend of Philadelphia and a prominent minister. In 1778, he married Sarah Evans. Savery was first recognized a minister in 1781, and traveled on religious visits throughout America and Europe. In 1796, Savery traveled to England via Germany, France, and the Netherlands. He went on to visit Scotland and Ireland while on the same trip. Soon after returning to the United States, Savery became ill. He died on June 19, 1804, in Philadelphia.
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https://www.worldcat.org/identities/lccn-n85352418
https://id.loc.gov/authorities/n85352418
https://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q8018144
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Church work with Indians
Society of Friends
Society of Friends
Society of Friends
Lay ministry
Quakers
Slavery and the church
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Quakers
Tanners
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Philadelphia
PA, US
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