Precious Bible

The Bible is the Christian's guide

Author: Charles Edward Pollock
Published in 2 hymnals

Author: Charles Edward Pollock

Charles Edward Pollock USA 1853-1928. Born at Newcastle, PA, he moved to Jefferson City, MO, when age 17. He was a cane maker for C W Allen. He also worked 20 years for the MO Pacific Railroad, as a depot clerk and later as Assistant Roadmaster. He was a musician and prolific songwriter, composing 5000+ songs, mostly used in Sunday school settings and church settings. He took little remuneration for his compositions, preferring they be freely used. He produced three songbooks: “Praises”, “Beauty of praise”, and “Waves of melody”. In 1886 he married Martha (Mattie) Jane Harris, and they had three children: Robert, Edward, and a daughter. He died in Merriam, KS. John Perry… Go to person page >

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First Line: The Bible is the Christian's guide
Title: Precious Bible
Author: Charles Edward Pollock
Refrain First Line: Precious Bible, Dear old Bible
Copyright: Public Domain

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Revival Gems (with supplement Pearls of Song) #d44

The More Perfect Gospel Hymnal, a Revision of the Cross and Resurrection in Song #d238

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