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This week, a book arrived from England which I had purchased a few weeks ago. The seller asked for 200 Pounds plus shipping. This worked out to be $315. |
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The seller deals in used art books which he buys in very large quantities. This book happened to be in the cache he purchased for resale. |
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Upon opening the book, the seller saw the name of Parson Greenwood. This book was apparently part of his library in 1774. Other names in the book perhaps belonged to later owners. |
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The book is a Bible commentary written by Matthew Henry and was published in 1707. |
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This is volume one of 6 books. These commentaries are still in demand and have been in continuous publication for over 300 years. |
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The book seller asked his sister to see if she could find a descendant of Parson Greenwood. |
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This picture of Parson Greenwood came from a book titled, Kirkgate Chapel, Bradford, and its Associations with Methodism. There are several references to Parson Greenwood. Look at page 90 for starters. |
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Just about 12 months ago, I finished a massive research project on my ancestor Joseph Fielding, who was born during the last decade of Parson Greenwood's life. I titled it, "The World of Joseph Fielding." I then uploaded that biography, which includes a description of Parson Greenwood and his ministry, to my family website. The seller’s sister found that page. Think of it, I finished the biography just a year ago. |
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Joseph Fielding’s sister was Mary Fielding Smith, the widow of Hyrum Smith. |
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Joseph Fielding was one of the first seven LDS missionaries sent to England in 1837 by Joseph Smith. During Joseph Fielding’s mission, he married Hannah Greenwood, the granddaughter of Parson Greenwood. |
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A copy of the flyleaf of this Bible was included in this family history. First, notice the signature which was in the Bible. |
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It matches the signature in the book I just acquired. |
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The book has two stamps of Parson Greenwood's name which I am certain were added later. |
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Hannah’s daughter Rachel married William Walton Burton, a British convert who emigrated to the United States in 1854. |
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The story is actually more interesting than that. Both of Rachel’s sisters eventually married William Burton. The family had 30 children. |
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Rachel and William’s oldest son was Joseph Fielding Burton, who was a second cousin to Joseph Fielding Smith. |
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In 1886, Joseph married Mary Ann Elizabeth Driver, whose family celebrated her first birthday on the plains in 1866. |
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Joseph and Mary Ann’s fourth child, born in 1894, was Ida May Burton. |
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In 1915, Ida May married Collins Telle Cannon, one of the youngest of George Q. Cannon's sons. |
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Their only son, Collins Burton Cannon, was my father, born in 1918. |
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I’ve only had the book one day, but it's been thrilling to study it. The book is well-used, but for a 300-year-old book, it’s in excellent condition. The edges are worn from standing on a shelf. |
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I was fascinated to see the stitching. |
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The book itself is interesting, and I intend to read it. In fact, the seller assured me that the book could be read. The author stated, essentially, that he was born of goodly parents. |
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He believed in divine revelation. I am seeking guidance to determine how I should best care for this priceless possession. |
How interesting! Thank you so much for sharing this, Julie! I hope you enjoy the book and that the other five volumes show up soon.
ReplyDeleteI love this photo essay! So many fascinating details all made understandable with your pictures and explanations. Thanks for sharing this.
ReplyDeleteI love this!! I can't wait to see the book. What a treasure!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful treasure!! I love the pictures with your comments.
ReplyDeleteWhat a blessing. The oldest thing I have found was 2 letters my great grandmother wrote in 1884 and 1885. I called Salt Lake History department and they were able to tell me the best way to preserve them.
ReplyDeleteI love Ida May's smile. Uncommon from a photograph of that era.
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