Checkley, Samuel, 1696-1769
Samuel Checkley (1695/6-1769) was born and died in Boston, Mass. He received an AB degree from Harvard College in 1715, and an AM in 1718. He was ordained in 1719 and was minister of the New South Church of Boston from 1719-1769. Checkley was an Overseer of Harvard College and in 1725 was chosen Chaplain of the House of Representatives. His published works included: _The Death of the Godly_ (Boston, 1727); _The Christian Triumphing over Death ..._ (Boston: Samuel Webb, 1765); and others.
From the description of Papers, 1722-1770. (American Antiquarian Society). WorldCat record id: 191259240
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Birth 1696
Death 1769
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