The First Presbyterian Church, Chester, N.y., 1798-1898

In this detailed history of the First Presbyterian Church in Chester, NY, Robert Houston McCready offers a rich portrait of a congregation and community over a hundred years of change. From the church's founding in the late 18th century to its growth and transformation in the 19th, McCready shows how the church and its members helped shape the town of Chester. The First Presbyterian Church, Chester, NY is a fascinating account of local history and religious life.

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