Blackwell, Richard an early Methodist preach er, commenced his ministry in 1759, and preached in Ireland and Great Britain. His last years were in Scotland. He died in Aberdeen, Dec. 27, 1767. He is spoken of as a young man at the time of his death, wholly devoted to his work, and an example to the flock in conversation and godliness. See Atmore, Methodist Memorial, s.v.
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John McClintock was born October 27, 1814 in Philadelphia to Irish immigrants, John and Martha McClintock. He began as a clerk in his father's store, and then became a bookkeeper in the Methodist Book Concern in New York. Here he converted to Methodism and considered joining the ministry. McClintock entered the University of Pennsylvania in 1832 and graduated with high honors three years later. Subsequently, he was awarded a doctorate of divinity degree from the same institution in 1848.WikipediaRead More