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The Rev. John Wesley DeVilbiss |
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TX,
USA
Latitude & Longitude:
29° 13' 46.4988",
-98° 33' 51.8976"
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Texas State
Historical Marker |
Circuit Rider DeVilbiss came to Republic of Texas in 1842 to minister on Hispanic Borders in the southwest. He pioneered among immigrants and native Texians to promote Harmony in various cultures in this far outpost. In county clerk's office in April 1844 he delivered first sermon in English ever given in San Antonio — to lay foundations for confluence of civilizations.
Inspired organization of Oak Island Church, 1867 or '68. This building of 1872 holds furniture made by DeVilbis and his son.
This page last updated: 8/30/2009 22:16 |
The Rev. John Wesley DeVilbiss Historical Marker Location Map, Texas
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