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They had settled near Coryell in 1896 and some of their children still live near there. Brother Anderson passed away February 1, 1910. Fred [Fred Jehu] Boyd was elected clerk in 1908 to fill this vacancy.

*See inside back cover.

A. H. Isbell -- Pastor

January 1910 - November 1910

Brother Isbell was born in Grimes County, TX, December 1, 1881. His family came to Oglesby In 1890. He was educated in the Oglesby School and Baylor University. When he was a student in Baylor, he surrendered to preach the gospel. Shortly after his surrender, he was called to preach at Coryell Church and at Osage. He held these positions as pastor only a few months when he resigned. He was loved greatly by both congregations and his influence for good lives on. He has held a number of pastorates in the western part of the state where he was held in high esteem. He married Miss Edna Clark of . Denton. She now lives in Fort Worth.

Brother Isbell held the revival in August 1910. His brother, I. I. Isbell, had charge of the song service. These services had an uplifting effect and strengthened the congregation in their religious attitude. The following were received by baptism:

 

 
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