Born: Illinois, 1837.
Died: Illinois, 1880.
Mr. Holt was born in Edgar County. His ministry was mainly there and in the surrounding territory. He was highly esteemed as a man and was an able and brilliant preacher. Familiar with the Scriptures, he presented their teaching in a clear, logical and forceful manner. The results of his ministry were abiding. His sun set at his life's noon.