The revival that began with the fishermen in Girvan, spread to Lochgilphead through returning fishermen. John Colville, a missionary from Campbeltown; despite being ill, came to the town on hearing about the revival. Several came to the Lord under his ministry, but he died just a few months later.
For more information see, ‘Glory in the Glen,’ by Tom Lennie published by Christian Focus Publications, p44-5.