Savery, William, 1750-1804
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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.
From the description of the William Savery diaries, 1794-1798. (Haverford College Quaker and Special Collections). http://archives.tricolib.brynmawr.edu/resources/hcmc-975-01-061
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Subjects:
- Church work with Indians
- Society of Friends
- Society of Friends
- Society of Friends
- Lay ministry
- Quakers
- Slavery and the church
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- Clergy
- Quakers
- Tanners
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- PA, US