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ANDREW BROADDUS III

was born in Caroline county shortly before the outbreak of
the Civil War and after receiving an excellent education entered
upon the high calling of his ancestors. He succeeded his father
in the pastorate of Salem church and the relationship continues
to this day (1924). Thus three of the same name, father, son and
grandson, have served one church for over one hundred years.
Rev. Andrew Broaddus has been twice married and has several
children among whom is Kirk Broaddus, who as yet has


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not entered the ministry. A few years ago Richmond College
conferred the Degree of Doctor of Divinity upon him. His picture
appears on page 326.