Taylor University - Ilium / Gem Yearbook (Upland, IN)

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iniMi iffPtoAifil Sammy Morris- living influence Shortly after the University assumed its new name under its management, the Association elected Dr. Thaddeus C. Reade to the president ' s chair. It was during the administration of this man that the most decisive events in the history of the school took place. In the fall of 1892, Taylor University admitted its most outstanding student — Sammy Morris. Sammy came to the United States from Africa, seeking to learn more about the Holy Spirit. He taught those who knew him more about the Spirit of God and what He can do in a fully dedicated and consecrated life than anyone else ever taught him. Mr. Stephen Merritt of New York City made arrangements to send him to Taylor University for the mutual education of both the institution and the new student. Sammy greatly influenced the citizens of the town as well as of the University, bringing a spiritual awakening with his complete faith and example of a totally surrendered life. During January, 1893, he contracted a severe lingering cold and realized that his hopes for evangelizing his people would not be accomplished by himself. When asked if he feared death, he replied, Oh no, since I ' ve found Jesus, death is my friend. And so he died, as he had lived, totally willing to do God ' s bidding. But his influence did not die with him. »Sr 2ii3 55SSS?Fv-i ' Q € ■ r J r yg7 SSi5Sw s!5 Samuel Morris, outstanding Taylor student The 1919 Taylor University Prohibition League our

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