Robert Richardson (2) (1806–1876)

When about eighteen years of age he began the study of medicine under Dr. Plummer, finishing his course in Philadelphia. He began a country practice about thirteen miles from Pittsburgh about the year 1828. He also lived and practiced medicine in Carthage, Ohio, and in Wellsburg, Va. When in 1841, Bethany college was founded by Alexander Campbell, Dr. Richardson was elected as one of the professors. He filled this position for over twenty years, teaching the various branches of natural science. He also filled the position of vice president and professor of natural science in Kentucky university for four years, being called to that institution in 1858. He was also an author of note for the Disciples of Christ. He published Memoirs of Alexander Campbell, in two volumes; Principles of the Reformation Urged by A. Campbell and Others, in 1853; Communings in the Sanctuary, in 1872; The Office of the Holy Spirit, in 1873. He also contributed numerous articles to different religious journals. Gospel preacher, president and teacher at Bethany College, and author.