James Stewart letter, 1859.

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James Stewart letter, 1859.

The collection consists of a letter dated August 26, 1859, Macon, written to P. H. Mell from James Stewart. Stewart is contemplating doing a series of sermons of various denominations of Georgia. These, along with a portrait of the author, will be published in the "Georgia Pulpit." Stewart wants Mell to send a sermon along with an ambrotype for publication. Stewart wants to change the purpose and name of the Southern Methodist and the Georgia Pulpit will be its successor.

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Mell, P. H. (Patrick Hues), 1814-1888

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Patrick Hues Mell (1814-1888), Baptist preacher, college professor, president of the Southern Baptist Convention (1863-1871, 1880-1887) Chancellor of the University of Georgia (1878-1888), born in Liberty County, Georgia. From the description of Patrick Hues Mell papers, 1829-1888. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 38478212 Patrick Hues Mell was one of the most influential educators and ministers in nineteenth-century Georgia. For almost fifty years he served as professor of an...

Stewart, James, 1793-1870.

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James Stewart was born in Oglethorpe co., Ga., June 10th 1793, and died in Americus, Ga., February 3rd 1870. Obituary notices from the Southern Christian Advocate (Methodist) 1867-1878. http://www.sumtercountyhistory.com/death/SCA%20Obits%201867-78.htm (Retrieved February 16, 2009) Patrick Hues Mell was one of the most influential educators and ministers in nineteenth century Georgia. For almost fifty years he served as professor of ancient languages and chief administra...