David Newton Sheldon | |
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President of Colby College | |
In office 1843–1853 | |
Preceded by | Eliphaz Fay |
Succeeded by | Robert Everett Pattison |
Personal details | |
Born | Suffield, Connecticut | June 26, 1807
Died | October 4, 1889 |
Spouse | Rachael Hobart Ripley |
Alma mater | Williams College, Andover Newton Theological School |
David Newton Sheldon (June 26, 1807 – October 4, 1889) was the fifth President of Colby College, Maine, United States from 1843–1853. He was also a pastor, missionary, and educator.[1]