History of Rancocas, (Burlington County) New Jersey United States of America

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A Biography of Samuel James Gummere

Samuel James Gummere, educator, was born at Rancocas, N.J., April 28, 1811; son of John and Elizabeth (Buzby) Gummere, and grandson of Samuel and Rachel (James) Gummere. He was educated at his father's school in Burlington, N.J.; was a teacher of mathematics and other branches at the Friends' school, Providence, R.I., 1831-34; at Haverford school, 1834-43; conducted the school established by his father at Burlington, N.J., 1843-62, and was president of Haverford college, 1862-74. He was married twice: first to Abigail, daughter of John Griscom, and secondly to Elizabeth Hooton Barton. He was a member of the American philosophical society. He died in Haverford, Pa., Oct. 23, 1874.

From: Twentieth Century Biographical Dictionary of Notable Americans, Johnson, Rossiter, editor