Ballantine, John, 1716-1776
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The Rev. John Ballantine (1716-1776) was graduated from Harvard College in 1735 and was ordained as minister in Westfield, Mass., in 1741. He married Mary ("Molly") Gay (1726-1794) of Dedham, Mass., in 1743 and served as Westfield's pastor until his death in 1776. He was a highly respected man who participated in many local church councils, association meetings, and ordinations.
From the description of Diary, 1737-1743; 1753-1774. (American Antiquarian Society). WorldCat record id: 213868075
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