Excerpt from William Rice: A Memorial
The Completion of his academic course was followed by some months of rest, required by the state of his health. In 1841, he was re ceived as a probationer in the New England Conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church. The next sixteen years of his life were spent in the duties of the pastorate. His successive appointments were North Malden (now Mel rose), Saugus, Marblehead, North Russell Street (now Grace Church) in Boston, South Street in Lynn, Park Street (now Walnut Street) in Chelsea, Chicopee, Bromfield Street in Boston, and, again, Park Street in Chelsea. With the exception of Chicopee, the Churches which he served are in the immediate vicinity of Boston, and are included in the panorama from the top of Bunker Hill Monument. At the Close of the first year of his second pastorate in Chelsea, his health gave way to an attack of laryngitis, which assumed a Chronic form, incapacitating him for the duties of the pulpit. He accord ingly removed to Springfield, the home of his childhood, where his father was still residing.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a detailed biographical sketch of William Rice, a remarkable individual whose life and work profoundly shaped the cultural landscape of Springfield, Massachusetts. A descendant of early settlers, Rice was a devout Methodist, a dedicated educator, and a passionate advocate for social justice. His tireless efforts led to the establishment of the city's renowned library, which remains a testament to his vision and commitment to intellectual growth. As a member of the New England Conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church, Rice played a prominent role in shaping the church's stance on slavery and other pressing issues of the time. The author meticulously traces Rice's journey, highlighting his contributions to education, his involvement in civic affairs, and his unwavering dedication to the well-being of his community. Through extensive research and insightful analysis, this book offers a captivating portrait of a man whose life and work left an enduring legacy on Springfield and beyond. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781331867555_0
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