James Linton (bishop)

James Henry Linton (9 February 1879 – 2 June 1958)[1] was an eminent Anglican bishop in the 20th century.

For the English artist, see James Dromgole Linton.

Educated at Durham University,[2] and ordained in 1904,[3] he was Vice-Principal of the CMS Training College in Oyo and then the Principal of Stuart Memorial College, Isfahan until his appointment to the episcopate as Bishop in Persia in 1917.[4] He served until 1935 when he became Rector of Handsworth, retiring in 1954 and an Assistant Bishop of Birmingham (1937–1958). At some point, he became a Doctor of Divinity (DD).

References
  1. Bishop Linton Persia And Birmingham The Times Thursday, Jun 05, 1958; pg. 17; Issue 54169; col D
  2. “Who was Who” 1897–1990 London, A & C Black, 1991 ISBN 0-7136-3457-X
  3. ”The Clergy List” London, Kelly’s, 1913
  4. Six New Bishops. Consecration In St. Paul's. The Times Monday, Oct 20, 1919; pg. 9; Issue 42235; col F
Religious titles
Preceded by
Charles Stileman		 Bishop in Persia
1917-1935		 Succeeded by
William Thompson


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