1Pastor of Upper Octorara and Doe Run congregation

3Rev. William Foster (d. 1780)
He was a native of Lancaster county, Pennsylvania, was licensed to preach by the Presbytery of New Castle, April 23d, 1757, and ordained and installed pastor of Upper Octorara and Doe Run Presbyterian Churches, October 19th, 1768. In the Revolution Mr. Foster engaged heartily in the cause of civil liberty, and encouraged all who heard him to do their utmost in defense of their rights and on this account he became very obnoxious to the enemy, and more than once attempts were made to seize him. On one occasion Mr. Foster was called to Lancaster, to preach the gospel to the troops collected there, previous to their joining the main army. The discourse was so acceptable, that it was printed and circulated, and did much to arouse the spirit of patriotism among the people. Mr. Foster was a graduate of Princeton College (1764); was a man of very superior mind, and was much esteemed and respected. He occasionally received theological students under his care. He died September 30th, 1780. 3