John Blair (pastor)

For other people named John Blair, see John Blair (disambiguation).

The Reverend
John Blair
Acting President of Princeton University
In office
1767–1768
Preceded bySamuel Finley
Succeeded byJohn Witherspoon
Personal details
Born1720 (1720)
Ulster, Ireland
DiedDecember 8, 1771(1771-12-08) (aged 50–51)
Wallkill, New York
Resting placeGoodwill Presbyterian Church Cemetery
SpouseElizabeth (Susan) Blair Durburrow
RelationsSamuel Blair (brother)
Alma materLog College
Princeton University
OccupationPresbyterian minister
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John Blair (1720 – December 8, 1771) was a Presbyterian minister, a Trustee, Professor, and Acting President of Princeton University. His brother Samuel Blair was a leader of the Presbyterian New Light religious movement. His nephew, Samuel Blair was the second Chaplain of the United States House of Representatives.

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