John Blair | |
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Acting President of Princeton University | |
In office 1767–1768 | |
Preceded by | Samuel Finley |
Succeeded by | John Witherspoon |
Personal details | |
Born | 1720 Ulster, Ireland |
Died | December 8, 1771 Wallkill, New York |
Resting place | Goodwill Presbyterian Church Cemetery |
Nationality | American |
Spouse | Elizabeth (Susan) Blair Durburrow |
Relations | Samuel Blair (brother) |
Alma mater | Log College Princeton University |
Occupation | Presbyterian minister |
John Blair (1720 – December 8, 1771) was a Presbyterian minister, a Trustee, Professor, and Acting President of Princeton University. His brother Samuel Blair was a leader of the Presbyterian New Light religious movement. His nephew, Samuel Blair was the second Chaplain of the United States House of Representatives.