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— 27 , at Lympston , in Devonshire , aged 68 , the Rev . John Jervis , F . L . S . minister of the congregation of Protestant Dissenters in that place , during the long period of forty-seven years . He was distinguished by his talents and virtues , by his learning and acquirements , in various
branches of knowledge , and particularly in the science of natural history . Botany and mineralogy were his favourite studies . His early attachment to these subjects , and his great ardour in the pursuit of them , were not abated in the advancing years of his life ; while his attainments were proportioned to his unwearied
application and diligence . Of the truth of this statement , a voluminous collection of plants , and choice specimens of minerals , selected by himself , and scientifically arranged by his own hand , with the greatest accuracy , skill and ingenuity , bear ample testimony . In these he found a rational , refined and permanent
resource . While , with a philosophic eye , he surveyed the wonders of nature , he discerned the mighty hand which directs and regulates the vast system of the universe . He conversed with the Creator in his works : and felt the full force of
that sublime truth , —* ' In wisdom hast thou made them all ! " In the sequestered scenes of a beautiful and interesting country , to which the habits of his life were congenial , he delighted to explore the various productions of the natural world . In these researches he
never failed to discover some object to interest his contemplative mind , extend his knowledge or excite his admiration : — " And this his life exempt from public haunt , Found tongues in trees , books in the running brooks , Sermons in stones , and good in every thing . "
But the studies peculiarly connected with his profession , as a Christian minister , constituted the principal employment of his seiious and sedentary hours . Zealous , upright and faithful in the discharge of his clerical duties , he exhibited to his flock a pattern of undeviating rectitude , genuine piety and disinterested
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benevolence . They long enjoyed the benefit of his instructions , and the light of his shining example . His compositions forthe pulpit were judicious , correct and instructive ; and were addressed to his auditors in a natural , unaffected and impressive manner . His devotional
services were conducted with great seriousness , propriety and pathos , and suitably adapted to the wants and infirmities of our common nature . On subjects of free inquiry and theological disquisition his sentimetits were conscientious , liberal and enlightened . In the exercise of unlimited candour towards those who
differed from him , his own views of the theory of religion were maintained with a just regaid to the practical rules and precepts of the gospel . With that correctness of mind and singleness of heart which are honourable to our nature , he was incapable of duplicity and deceit . Probity and honour were the beacons by which he directed his course . His whole
character was distinctly marked by an inflexible integrity and consistency of conduct , and a manly independence of mind . In private life his conversation was interesting ; and he promoted the relish of social enjoyment by his gentle manners , urbanity and cheerfulness . It is not surprising that his sterling worth and
unostentatious virtues should have endeared him to his friends ; but they have the further gratification of knowing , that he was very highly esteemed , by persons of all classes and of every religious persuasion , in the neighbourhood in which he resided ; where all have been desirous of shewing some marked testimony of regard
and respect for his character and memory , and their deep regret at his loss . In him we have a striking instance of the inestimable value of " a good name /* The poor especially , with unfeigned sorrow , lament the removal of a friend , —who
was always ready to adjust their differences , to listen to their complaints , to advise , to comfort and assist them . " In all their afflictions he was afflicted ; " and his sympathy and kindness soothed and alleviated the sorrows of their hearts .
The blessing of him who was ready to perish came upon him , and he caused the widow ' s heart to sing for joy . " His illness was sudden and of short continuance . A severe cold brought on an inflammation on the chest , which was rapid in its progress , and advanced with
steady and irresistible pace to its fatal termination . After being confined to his bed a fortnight , he submitted to the awful stroke which has dissolved all earthly ties with the most exemplary patience and composure , with truly Christian fortitude and resignation . His mind continued calm , tranquil and collected , even
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680 Obituary . —Mrs . Tmylor . —Rev , Isaac Tozer . —Rev . John Jervis .
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Oct . 12 , at Taunton , the Rev . Isaac Tozer , 25 years pastor of the Independent congregation , in that town .
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Oct . 7 , in her 79 th year , sincerely lamented by a numerous circle of relatives and friends , to whom she was deservedly dear , Anna Maria , the wife of the Rev . Philip Taylor , of Harold's Cross , minister of the congregation assembling in Eustace Street Chapel , Dublin .
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Monthly Repository (1806-1838) and Unitarian Chronicle (1832-1833), Nov. 2, 1820, page 680, in the Nineteenth-Century Serials Edition (2008; 2018) ncse.ac.uk/periodicals/mruc/issues/vm2-ncseproduct2494/page/52/
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