Stephen Mattoon
Stephen Mattoon | |
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Missionary to Siam (Thailand) | |
Born |
Champion, New York | May 5, 1816
Died |
August 15, 1889 73) America | (aged
Nationality | American |
Years active | 1847 – 1885 |
Organization | Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) |
Known for |
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Spouse(s) | Mary Lourie Mattoon, m. 1846 |
Children |
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Parent(s) | Mr. Gershom Mattoon & Mrs. Anna Nancy Sayre Mattoon[1] |
Stephen Mattoon (May 5, 1816 – 1889) was an American Presbyterian missionary who worked in Siam from 1847 to 1864. His works include the translation of the New Testament into the Thai language.
After returning to the U.S., Mattoon was appointed as the first President of Johnson C. Smith University.[2]
References
- ↑ Mattoon, Mary L. "Sketch of the life of Rev. Stephen Mattoon, D.D." Online Computer Library Center. Online Computer Library Center. Retrieved 14 April 2017.
- ↑ "Presidents of Johnson C. Smith University". Johnson C. Smith University. Johnson C. Smith University. Retrieved 14 April 2017.
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