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William Howard Doane (1832-1915) was an American composer, editor of hymn books, businessman and inventor. Composed over 2000 tunes, many for the hymns and Gospel songs written by Fanny Crosby, including "Rescue the Perishing," "I Am Thine, O Lord," "Near the Cross," and "Safe in the Arms of Jesus." |
| Dr. W. H. Doane. Short biography. William H. Doane. Short biography. William Doane Gravesite. Spring Grove Cemetery and Arboretum, Cincinnati, OH. William Howard Doane. Biographical information, MIDI music and words for hymns. Marriage and Children: Married Frances Mary Treat, November 2, 1857. William and Fannie had two daughters, Ida Frances (1858-1942) and Marguerite (1868-1954). Mrs. Doane died, September 16, 1923. Archival documents: Papers of William William Howard Doane. Collection includes correspondence, photographs and biographical sketch. |
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