James Wharey

Biography of Rev. James Wharey (1789–1842), a humble, industrious Presbyterian minister in Virginia who taught, served rural congregations, distributed tracts, and died in calm faith.

A prolific preacher and author, Sprague is also known as the “Patriarch of American Collectors,” for his collection of autographs, including those of every signer of the Declaration of Independence, pamphlets and other materials. He authored the Annals of the American Pulpit, an important collection of biographical sketches.

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