Stone eliab a m (1 Ergebnisse)

First Edition. First edition, 8vo, pp. [5], 6-29, [3]; uncut; self-wrappers, stitched, as issued; fore-edge lightly chipped; some foxing throughout; otherwise very good. Ownership inscription of Mary Stone (1774-1864), Eliab Stone's daughter. Eliab Stone (1737-1822) was ordained the pastor of north Parish of Reading in 1761 and served in some capacity until his death. The national fast day was declared by President John Adams, who carried on Washington's legacy of appointing specific dates for national prayer and worship. Evans 36373; Sabin 92049.…