Alexander Danskin

DANSKIN

Posted By: Kaye Sanchez (email)
Date: 9/12/2005 at 14:20:39

In the records of the 1st Presbyterian Church of Marengo, IA-a brief history written by Alexander Danskin in 1887. 1852-1853-Seven of the original members of the church came to Marengo, Iowa. They were natives of Scotland and Coventary Stock, and finding themselves away from church privledges, they agreed to spend part of every Sabbath day together in worship. In 1855, members of the 1st Presbyterian Church were: George Danskin Sr., Ebenezer Danskin and wife, Jane; Gilmore Danskin and wife, Janet; Alexander Danskin and wife, Annie. Alexander having formally been an ordained Elder, was chosen and installed as the Elder in the infant church.