Bell, John (5),
an English minister of the Society of Friends, was born in London in 1774, and became a Christian in early life. Engaging in secular pursuits, he was greatly prospered in his business, and, as a "steward" of God, generously distributed the good things which came into his hands. He began to speak as a minister in 1797, and subsequently, at different times, in company with other ministers he made religious visits in different parts of England and Scotland. He died Jan. 14, 1849. See Testimonies at Yearly Meeting, 1849, p. 28-31. (J. C. S.)