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 "REVEREND WILLIAM BELL 1780-1857" ~ Perth Posted by:  Weathervane
N 44° 54.148 W 076° 14.994
18T E 401321 N 4972875
One of the most influential Presbyterian clergymen in Upper Canada, Bell was born in Airdrie,Scotland.
Waymark Code: WME6WA
Location: Ontario, Canada
Date Posted: 04/11/2012
Views: 9
One of the most influential Presbyterian clergymen in Upper Canada, Bell was born in Airdrie,Scotland. In 1808 he entered a Congregational academy in London to train for the ministry and, after completing his studies in Scotland and serving as an itinerant preacher, he was ordained by the Associate Presbytery of Edinburgh in 1817. Bell then emigrated to Upper Canada, settling in Perth. With indefatigable energy and missionary zeal he ministered to the Presbyterians in this district for four decades, recording his observations and experiences in his book Hints to Emigrants and in his journals. An uncompromising intense man, Bell also played an important role in the fierce organizational and doctrinal disputes which characterized the early history of the Presbyterian church in the province.
Address or location of plaque: On the north side of Drummond Street East between North Street (Road 10) and Foster Street
Physical location of plaque: Town
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Description of any physical remains at site of "Historical Plaque": There are no physical remains at the site.
This 'Plaque' describes: A 'Person'
Condition of sign: Excellent
Is this a bilingual sign?: No !
What is the second/third language?: French
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