1839 - 1939 Composer of "[O Jesus, Redeemer, we're waiting for thee]" in Good Will Martin, Samuel Wesley, author of "The Gospel Bells are ringing" (The Gospel Message), was born at Plainfield, Illinois, Jan. 20, 1839.
--John Julian, Dictionary of Hymnology, Appendix, Part II (1907)
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Born: January 20, 1839, Plainfield, Illinois.
Martin was organist and choirmaster at St. Chrysostom’s Episcopal Church, Chicago, Illinois (1896-1902). His works include:
The Welcome Hour, for Use in Singing Schools, Choirs, Social Circles, Musical Conventions, Glee Clubs, Concerts, Etc., with W. H. Walter, 1877
Sources:
Julian, p. 1579
http://www.hymntime.com/tch/bio/m/a/r/t/martin_sw.htm
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