r^' ■k^/j I "r ALUMNI OF COLBY UNIVERSITY. OBITUARY RECORD. 1822 TO 1870 ^^/-M-j, :'■ AN OBITUAET EEGOED GRADUATES OF COLBY UNIVERSITY, (Waterville College till 1866,) FROM 1822 TO 1870. PRESEN^TED AT THE SEMI-CEXTENNI AL, AUG, 2, 1870. WATEEVILLE: PRIjSrTBD FOR THE ALUMifl. 1870. Lf'-jUA. i^. 4>' c si c4^ 2. ABBREVIATIONS OCCURRING IN THE RECORD. A. C, Amherst College. B. C, Bowdoin College. B. U., Brown University. D. C, Dartmouth College. H. U., Harvard University. M. C, Middlebury College. R. U., Rochester University. V. U., Vermont University. Wms. C, Williams College. Y. C, Yale College. JOURNAL PRESS, LEWISTON. NOTE BY THE COMPILE This Record was undertaken by request of a joint Committee of Trus- tees and Alumni, appointed, Aug. 10th, 1869, to make arrangements for a Celebration of the Semi-Centennial of the College, to be held Aug. 2d, 1870. In the following pages will be found notices of all graduates, one hundred and twenty-eight in number, who are known to have died. Each notice is a summary, so far as materials furnished have allowed, of the chief facts and dates of a life. As a Necrology, covering any long period of years, must be of interest for reference rather than for continuous reading, it has been thought best to put the matter of it under such form and arrangement as would most promote facility of reference. In short, the thing has been made a literal Record, and each entry reduced to brief terms, and so dis- posed as most readily to catch the eye. The task of gathering materials — tedious and difficult to the last degree, — though early begun, and incessantly urged with the aid of earnest helpers, has been completed only at the last moment, and with great effort. It has involved not only provision for the cases of persons known to be deceased, but also the tracing out of several members of classes graduated prior to 1832, from whom nothing had been heard for many years. Two of these, — the hardest of all to trace, — have been found living, and full accounts of their lives obtained; the rest are dead, and their obituaries are here presented. If any unknown instances of decease exist, they must be those of individuals who have been very recently living. A few such may have occurred. The Necrology of Graduates of the College may be regarded then, as wholly, or nearly, complete up to the present time. If it be kept hei-eafter from fall- ing into arrears, more accurate registry of lives will be assured for the future, and with a saving of the dreary labor required by that of the first fifty years. Had it been possible to give more time to the final writing out of the notices, — which has been rapid from necessity, — the compiler would gladly have bestowed more care upon phraseology and forms of expression; but, fortunately, in abbreviated sentences, such as fill these pages, the demands of style are reduced to a minimum. In the earlier pages, some things have been introduced, not so much as being specially pertinent to the lives there recorded, as for the sake of bring- jy COMPILER'S NOTE. ing together and preserving dates and reminiscences relating to the first years of the College. Great care has been taken to insure accuracy of dates, but, among so many, it is not to be supposed that all are correct. The legal residence of every person, during his college life, has been noted, chiefly because one of the questions, sure to be asked about a college man, is: ""Where vras he from ?" Thanks ai-e due, and are hereby tendered, to all friends who have assisted in collecting the materials for this Record. Among these, first and foremost to be named, are Mr. Larkin Dunton and Rev. James Upham, D. D., also Professor Wm. Mathews and Rev. H. V. Dexter, of the Committee on Ne- crology, and Messrs. Charles Morrill, Benj. O. Peirce, A. D. Small, and G. S. Scamman, as well as Rev. E. E. Cummings, D. D., and Rev. I. S. Hamblen. Of gentlemen who are not Alumni, Messrs. Loveland Munson, of Manches- ter, Vt., Wm. H. Fuller, of SufBeld, Conn., and Dan'l H. Mason, student of Brown University, have rendered invaluable aid, which is here gratefully acknowledged. Professor J. B. Foster has kindly assisted by careful read- ing of the proof, and if, after the pages have passed under his trained and critical eye, and that of the expert proof-reader at Lewiston, errors of the press still remain, they must, it would seem, be few in number. C. E. H. Waterville, July 16, 1870. OBITUARY RECORD 1833 to 1870. CLASS OF 1822. GEOEGE DANA BOARDMAlSr. Son of Rev. Sylvanus and Phebe (Dana) Boardnian. Born, Feb, 8, 1801, in Liverraore, Me. Studied, after 12th year, at Nortti Yarmouth, Farmington andBIoomfield Acad- emies, at the latter under " Preceptor " James Hall, a noted Scotch teacher. 1819, May. Became member of " Maine Literary and Theological Institution,'" in "Waterville. 1820, July 16. Baptized and admitted to membership in Baptist Church, Wa^ terville. Sept. " Waterville College ■' having been chartered and opened, he and Mr. Ephraim Tripp entered as Juniors. Legal residence, while member of college, ISTew Sharon. 1822, Aug. 14. Graduated a.t first Annual Commencement of Waterville Col- lege. Sept., to June, 1823. Tutor in Waterville College. 1823, May. Appointed Missionary to Bunuah, by Baptist Board of Fbreigm Missions. June, to Jan., 1825. Resident Student at Andover Theological Seminary... 1825, Feb. 16. Ordained at North Yarmouth, Me. ; sermon by Rev. Jeremiah Chaplin, D. D. July 16. Sailed for Burmah, from Philadelphia, in ship Asia. Dee. 2. Arrived at Calcutta, where, detained by Burman War till March 20, 1827, he was occupied in study of Burman language, and, for six months, preached to an English church in Calcutta. 1827, Apr. 17. Arrived at Amherst. May 28. Reached Maulmein, entered on missionary labor, and there re- mained till April following. 1828, Apr. 9. Arrived at Tavoy. Between Burmans of this province and Ka- rens of Tavoy, Mergui and Tenasserim, his subsequent labors were divided. Died, Feb. 11, 1831, of pulmonary consumption, near city of Tavoy. Married, July , 1825, Miss Sarah B., dau. of Ralph and Abiah Hall, of Salem Mass. ; afterwards the second Mrs. Judson. Children: Sarah Ann, b. Oct. 30, 1826; d. July 12, 1829. George Dana, b. Aug. (?) 1828. Judson Wade, b. Dec, 1829; d, Sept. 8, 1830. [For a record of the work he accomplished, and of his character, talents and attainments, see his Life, written by Rev. Alonzo King, and the com- memorative notice in Sprague's Annals American Pulpit, vol. vi., also article in N. A. Rev., vol xL, 1835.] OBITUARY RECORD, CLASS OF 1823. ELIJAH POSTER. Son of Dea. Micah and Rebecca (Tilson) Foster. Born, June 12, 1799, in Pembroke, Mass., which was his legal residence through college life. In preparation for college, studied with Rev. Joseph Torrey, pastor of Bap- tist church of Pembroke and Hanson, and in Maine Lit. and Theol. Institution. 1823, Aug. 13. Graduated at second Commencement of the College. 1823-24. Tutor in Waterville College. 1824-25. Resident Graduate, engaged in Theological studies. 1825. From spring of this year, till ordination, preached to Baptist churches in Beverly, Marblehead and Woburn, Mass., and Dover, N". H., de- clining to settle as pastor on account of intirm health. 1829, Oct. 21. Having secured by his labors (begun in spring), for the church in Dover, a house of worship, it was dedicated, and he ordained as pastor. 1831, Ang. 24. Installed as pastor of church in Salisbury and Amesbury Vil- lage, Mass., which charge he held till death. Died, Sept. 27, 1834, of pulmonary consumption, in the village last named. Married, Dec. 7, 1826, Mrs. Mary A. Spofford {nee Peirce) of Beverly, who with four children survived him. She is now Mrs. Gerrish of Dorset, Vt. He published two pamphlets, one on Baptism, and one on Terms of Communion. " As a preacher, Mr. Foster possessed talents of a high order. * * * Clear and logical as a reasoner — highly instructive and affectionate, — impressive and solemn in the delivery of his sermons, he was a man of power in his public ministry." [Hist. Discourse by Rev. B. P. Byram, 1860. HENRY PAINE. Son of Roswell and Sarah (Chamberlain) Paine. Born, Aug. 17, 1793, in Vernon, Ct. Family removed to Amherst, Mass., 1802, which was his legal residence during student life. Licensed to preach by Baptist church in Belchertown, Mass. 1817. Began course of study for the ministry under Rev. Jona. Going (B. U., 1809) of Worcester, Mass., afterwards President Granville Coll., Ohio. 1818, Nov. Entered Theological Class at Waterville. Literary department not opened till arrival of Prof. Briggs, about Oct. 1, 1819. 1820, Sept. On opening of College, entered as Sophomore, with Messrs. Fos- ter and Procter. Room-mate of Boardman. Employed during course, and for five months after graduation, as teacher in " Grammar " or " Latin School " (known in records by both names) then held in college buildings, but discontinued on opening of Waterville Academy, Sept., 1829, under Henry W. Paine, class of 1830. 1824. Principal of Eastport Academy, Me. 1825. Teacher in Windsor, Vt. 1826. Preached to Baptist church in Whiting, Vt. 1827-31. Principal of Monmouth Academy, Me. 1831-35. " " Waterville " " 1835-44. " " China " " 1844-49. " " private school, Rockland, Me. 1849-56. " " Thomaston Academy " 1856-68. " " private school, Rockland, " Two weeks before death, while conducting a recitation, he was stricken with mortal disease. Died, Nov. 12, 1868, " probably of heart disease," at Rockland. Married, Feb. 19, 1827, Miss Evelina Bacon, of Waterville, who, with five of their seven children, survives. [An excellent scholar, and, to the last, an enthusiastic teacher. As a man, re- markably modest, amiable, conscientious and pious.] OBITUAHY RECOED. Y HADLEY PROCTER. His parents were from England. The father's given name is not remembered. The mother's maiden name was Mary Cowell. She is represented as a highly educated woman. The father died when the son was 12, the mother, when he was 16 years of age. [The foregoing statement is given on what would seem to be the best authority now accessible ; but, on the other hand, a family intimately associated with Mr. Procter, during his residence in China, quote him as saying, substantially : "That he never learned anything respecting his own earliest history, and never knew a relative." Still other reports have come in, all partaking of mysterj'', and some, of romance.] Born, Apr. 4 (?), 1794, probably in Boston, or vicinity. Early residence, for some years, at Newton, Mass., where he united with Bap- tist church, May 5, 1811; dismissed, June 21,1818. 1817. For a time, pupil of Rev. Dan'l Merrill [D. C, 1789], at Nottingham- West (now Hudson), N. H., expenses defrayed by Newton church. 1818, July. Near first of month. Dr. Chaplin came trom Danvers, Mass., with his family and class of Theological students. Mr. Procter was one of this class' (the only one of the original number who took the college course), and of the company who came up the river in "the long boat that brought the College to Waterville." Aug. 27. One of twenty persons (Dr. C. and wife, five of the Theol. class, and thirteen citizens) who, at this date, united to form the First Baptist Church in Waterville. 1822-23, Senior year. Principal of Acad., and preacher to church in China, Me. 1823, Fall. Ordained pastor of Baptist church in China, and as such, and as Principal of Academy, served three years (J'our from beginning of Senior year.) 1826-35. Pastor in Rutland, Vt. During this period the church was greatly enlarged and strengthened. ^ 1835-36. Principal of Vermont Literary and Scientific Institution, at Brandon, by special solicitation. 1836-38. Resumed and held pastorate at Rutland. 1838-42. Pastor, a second time, in China, a part of this period. Died, Apr. 12, 1842, in China, of asthma, from which he had suffered many years. Married, Jan., 1824, to Mrs. Dorcas, widow of Dr. Nathaniel Seaver, of Vas- salboro'. Me. She is now living atKnoxville, Illinois. He left no children. [Mr. Procter was regarded as a man of decided ability, both as a preacher and instructor. His name was written by himself Procter, and is so printed in the first Ti'iennial, published 1825], CLASS OF 1824. JOEL PEREZ HAYFORD. Sou of John, Jr., and Joanna ( ) Hayford. Born, Feb. 28, 1799, in Middleboro', Mass. (partnow Lakeville). Prepared for college at Peirce Academy, Middleboro'. 1824-25. Resident Graduate and engaged in Theological studies. 1825, Oct. Supplied pulpit of Baptist church in Jericho, Vt., till Jan., 1826. 1826-27. Preached in places unknown. 1827, Fall. Ordained in Morristown, Vt., as pastor of Baptist churches in Morristown and Johnson. Home in Johnson, being first settled min- ister of which town, he was entitled to "Ministerial Lot" of land. This he relinquished for use of all religious denominations. Died, Dec. 21, 1831, of consumption, in Johnson. 8 OBITUARY RECORD. Married, Nov. 25, 1827, Miss Susan Atwell, of Johnson. Children : Three, all of whom died in infancy. His widow married a Mr. Thompson, removed to Ohio and died there. "A model pastor and a very instructive preacher, and died greatly lamented." [Rev. L. B. S.] "A man of ardent piety and absolute devotion to his work, and a close student. Beginning to wield a strong and widely felt influence, when he was stricken down by disease." [Rev. H. D. H.'] CALVm HOLTON. Son of Nathan and Hannah (Allen) Holton, and fifth in descent from Wm. Holton, who came from Ipswich, Eng., in ship "Frances," 1634. Born, March 10th, 1797, in Gill, Mass. In preparation for college, he studied at Randolph, Yt., and, 1819-20, at Maine Literary and Theological Institution. 1819, Sept. 16. Admitted by letter from Baptist church in Braintree, Yt., to membership in church at Waterville; and, Nov. 20, licensed to preach by same. Legal residence, while at Waterville, Brattleboro', Yt. 1825, Selected by Baptist Board of Foreign Missions, to establish a Missionary Station in Africa. Nov. 30. Ordained as an Evangelist, at Beverly, Mass., at same time with Francis Green Macomber, class of 1825. 1826, Jan. Sailed from Boston, for Liberia, in brig Yine, in company with Mr. Sessions, agent of Colonization Society, Mr. Force, printer, and 32 colored emigrants from Rhode Island. Arrived in Liberia in 34 days, March 22. Brought low with fever, from which he recovered. Died, July 23, 1826, of climatic fever, at Monrovia, Liberia. Not married. [By his zeal and devotion he gave promise of great usefulness as a missionary.] EBENEZER HUTCHINSON. Son of Joseph and Anna (Whittier) Hutchinson. Born, Apr., 1794, in Readfleld, Me., where he was a school-mate ot Gov. Hub- bard. For a time pupil of Mr. Mead, Principal of Hallowell Academy. At about age of 20, went to Farmington, soon married, engaged in farming, taught public schools, became Colonel of militia, and was a hard student. After death of wife, studied law with Nathan Cutler (D. C, 1798), of Farming- ton, and at same time prosecuted, by himself, the studies of the college course. 1824, Aug. 3. Having passed a rigorous examination on the studies of the whole course, he was admitted to the graduating class, and performed a part in the exercises of the third commencement, August 25th. 1824-29. Immediately al"ter graduating was admitted to the bar, entered part- nership with Milford P. Norton, and practiced his profession in Water- ville five years. 1827, Aug. 29, Delivered Oration for Master's Degree, at commencement. 1829. Removed to Athens, whei'e he resided till his decease. He was possess- ed of a powerful and judicial mind, and was one of the ablest lawyers of the Somerset bar. 1827-30. Secretary of State Senate, out of compliment to his "elegant chirog- raphy." County Attorney for Somerset County, for many years. Mem- ber of State Legislature at various times. Died, May 19, 1862, at Athens, from "gradual breaking down of system, term- inating in dropsy and disease of heart." Married, 1815 (about), Miss Mary Maddox, of Farmington, who died about 1821. 1832, Miss Sabrina, daughter of Lemuel Williams, of Athens. She died Jan., 1840. 1840, Oct. 28, Mrs. Lois W. Bishop, of Harmony, now living at Athens. Children, who survived him : Henry W., of Minnesota. Ellen T., wife of Asa C. Emery, of Athens. Col. Eben, a meritorious ofiicer in the late war, now a successful law- yer in Boston. Emma A., wife of John P. Hamblett, of Boston. OBITUARY RECORD. CLASS OF 1825. WILLARD GLOVER. Son of James and Mary (Hill) Glover. Born, July 29, 1796, in Vinalhaven (part now I^orth Haven), Me. Studied in native town till qualified to teach. 1816. Attended Framingham (Mass.) Academy, Rev. Chas. Train (H. U., 1805), Principal. ^ ' 1820-21. Completed preparatory course in college " Grammar School.'' 1825-27. Preached at Machias. Me. Not yet ordained. 1827-29. Pastor at Limerick, Me., preaching occasionally at Acton, in 1828. 1829-32. Supply in Parsonstield, Buxton, Waterboro' and Paris. 1832. " " Wiscasset and Newcastle, on alternate Sabbaths. 1833. " " Bloomfield, for six months. 1884. Associate of the aged Rev. Henry Smith, of Waterboro'. 1836 (about). Pastor at Spencer, Mass., one year. 1837-38 (about). Supply at Heath, Mass., and Lyndeboro', N. H. 1839-40. " Preached and taught in Cumberland, R. I., two years. 1841-46. " " " " " Vinalhaven, Me. 1847-54. " Resid., Swanville, Me. Preached and taught in various places. 1855-60. " " Addison, " " " " " " " 1860. Pastor of a church in Deer Isle, Me. 1861-66. Residence, Belfast, Me. Preached and taught in various places. Died, Sept. 18, 1866, of chronic heart disease, at Jonesport, Me., while on visit to a daughter. Married, July 21, 1831, Miss EmelineB. Packard, of Union, Me., who, with five daughters, survives. Widow lives in Waterville. ALONZO KING. Son of Luther and Abigail A. King. Born, Apr. 1st, 1796, in Wilbraham, Mass. 1800. Family removed to Newport, N. H., which was his legal residence while in college. Pursued preparatory studies at Newport Academy, and in the family, and under the tuition of Rev. Leland Howard, of Windsor, Vt. 1825, Aug. Invited to pastorate of Baptist church in North Yarmouth (now Yarmouth), Me., which had remained vacant since removal of Rev. Stephen Chapin, D. D. (H. U., 1804), to Waterville, spring of 1823. 1826, Jan. 24. Ordained at North Yarmouth, where he labored with great success till failure of health compelled him, spring of 1831, to lay aside for a time pastoral duties. 1832, May. Became pastor of church in Northboro', Mass. 1834, March. Published his "Memoir of George Dana Boardman." During residence in Northboro', he was for a time agent of Baptist Convention of Mass. ; and was appointed to raise an endowment for Newton Theo- ological Institution. In several instances, invited to charge of churches in cities and large towns, his modest estimate of himself caused him to decline the offers. 1835, Spring. Removed to Westboro', Mass., and entered upon his third and last settlement. Died, Nov. 29, 1835, at Westboro', of consumption. Married, 1827, Tryphena, daughter of Wm. Cheney, of Newport, N. H. She, with several children, survived him. "In my own memory, and in that of every one who knew him, his name is fragrant." [Baron Stow. [Accounts of his life, character and labors may be found in Sprague's Annals Am. Pulpit, vol. vi., and in a Discourse on the "Origin and Progress of the Baptist Church in Yarmouth;" by Rev. T. B. Ripley, 1861. J FRANCIS GREEN MACOMBER. Son of Zebedee and Patty (Smith) Macomber. Born, Aug. 30, 1797, at Waltham, Mass., which was his legal residence through the college course. 10 OBITUARY RECORD. Having unusual powers as a speaker, he preached much while a student, and, some months before graduation, received a call to pastorate of Baptist church in Beverly, Mass. 1825, Nov. 30. Ordained as pastor at Beverly ; sermon by Rev. Jos. Grafton, of Newton. 1826, Oct. Suffering from hemorrhage of lungs, he sailed for the South, and remained, till Apr. following, in So. Carolina, chiefly on Edisto Island, where, and at Charleston, he was received with great hospitality. Elijah Foster (class of 1823), who, at his request, had supplied the church in summer of 1825, took his place while he was absent. He returned with health somewhat improved. Died, July 1st, 1827, suddenly, of putrid fever. Married, 1825, Miss Sophia Foley, of Newton, who, with an inlimt daughter, survived him. The widow died. May 15, 1860. The daughter became a teacher in New Hampton Institution, and died of brain fever, at Worcester, Oct. 8, 1855. "His ministry was one of uncommon achievements, in respect to the public favor gained, and the good accomplished. * * * In all his laboi-s he was intensely earnest, and he had remarkable power to engage the attention and thrill the heart. * * * His short career was singular- ly brilliant and successful." [Rev. J. C. F. " He possessed an ardent spirit, an atfectionate heart, a devout mind, and a winning manner. He was intensely absorbed in the duties of his holy calling, and his whole soul inspired the glowing and persuasive elo- quence of his lips. Universally beloved, his death was lamented with no ordinary emotions and utterances of grief." — [Hist. Bev. eh. in Min. Salem Assoc, 1857. HENRY MOOR. Son of Daniel and Rebecca (Spring) Moor. Born, Feb. 17, 1807, in Waterville, his residence during College course. 1820-21. Studied, in preparation for college, at Bloomfield Academy, under " Preceptor" Hall. 1825, March 1st. Appointed Midshipman in the U. S. Navy. Aug. 31. Graduated Salutatoriau of his class (J. O'B. Chaplin taking the Valedictory), but was not present to perform his part, having left, after final examination, to take his place in the Navy. 1827. Sailed in U. S. ship Boston for South Amei-ica. Entering port of Rio Janeiro, he went aloft to view the scenery, fell, and was taken up for dead. News of bis death reached Waterville, and his funeral sermon was preached by Dr. Chaplin. 1835, Dec. 22. Commissioned Lieutenant in U. S. Navy. His cruises were three to Atlantic coast of South America, and one to the Pa- cific, Fiji Islands, and Mozambique Channel. 1851. Went, on furlough, to California. 1853, March 21. While ascending Feather River, between Sacramento and Ma- rysville, as passenger on Steamer R. K. Page, standing at wheel-house in conversation with the Captain, his nephew, and the Clerk, his cousin, the boiler exploded, and all three were instantly killed. Remains found after several months, and buried at Marysville. Married, Mar., 1839, Miss Ann Nora Lyons, of the City of New York. When on land, resided with family in Brooklyn, N. Y. His widow and four sons are still living. " A maa of ability, and of scholarly tastes and pursuits through life." JOSHUA RANDALL. Son of Joshua and Elizabeth (Robbins) Randall. Born, Aug. 12, 1798, in Millbury, Mass. 1803. Family removed to Wilton, Me., which was his legal residence durmg college course. Preparatory course taken at Bloomfield Academy, under " Preceptor" Hall. 1826 and part of 1828. Principal of Foxcroft Academy. OBITUARY RECORD. H 1827 (part of year). Principal of Maine Weslej'an Seminary, Kent's Hill. Began legal studies with Nathan Cutler, (D. C, 1798), of Farmington, Me., and completed them at private Law School, then in high repute, of Judge Wm. Howe (D. C, 1794) and John H. Ashman (H. U., 1818), at Northampton, Mass. 1828. Admitted to bar, at Augusta. Practiced about six months at Farmington, in company with Hon. Hi- ram JBelcher. Fall of same year, removed to Phillips, where he continued in practice till 1840, June, when he returned to Farmington, and there practiced his profession. 1847, March. Being in poor health, he removed to Dixfield, that he might associate himself with his brother Isaac (B. C, 1836), then a lawyer there. Died, Nov. 12, 1848, at Dixfield, of heart disease of long standing. Married, May, 1830, Fanny Stacy, of "Wilton, who, after his death, married Henry A. Brooks, of Farmington, now of Haljowell. Children, who survived him: three sons and two daughters. [Successful in business, accumulating a handsome property.] ARTHUR THOMPSON. Son of Edward and Sophia (Pote) Thompson. Born, May 28th, 1798, in Falmouth, Me. 1799. Family removed to Pownal, which was his legal residence during col- lege course. 1821. Entered Bowdoin College, and there pursued his studies till Senior year. 1825, Spring. Entered Waterville College, and graduated with class, Aug. 31, being the first college graduate froin Pownal. After graduation, taught schools in Maryland, North Carolina and Georgia for many years. 1843. Returned from south to his father's house in Povnial, broken doAvn by southern fevers, and for last ten years of life was a confirmed invalid. Died, Dec. , 1853, at Pownal, of pulmonary consumption. Did not marry. CLASS OF 1826. SAMUEL FARRAR. Son of Jonathan and Hannah (Cram) Farrar. Born, Dec. 28, 1805, at Portsmouth, N. H. 1811. The father, a successful and enterprising merchant, in prospect of the war with England, left Portsmouth, for the east, opened a store in Bloomfield, Me., and removed his family thither. In 1816, he estab- lished himself in trade at Dexter, to which place he took his family in 1818, and there resided till his death in 1838. Business at Bloomfield conducted by an agent, till the elder son, Isaac, became of age, in 1821, when he was made partner of the firm of Jona. Farrar & Son, and head of the establishment at Bloomfield. 1821. Samuel, having been fitted at Bloomfield Academy, under Preceptor Hall, entered Bowdoin College, where he studied for about three years. 1825. Joined the Senior class of Waterville College. After graduating, he studied law a short time with Reuel and Daniel Williams, of Augusta, and for about two years pursued legal and literary studies in Philadelphia. 1829. Health being infirm, he was prevailed upon by his friends to relinquish the Law, and was not admitted to practice. Became member of firm of Jona. Farrar & Sons, and, with his brother Isaac, carried on at Bloomfield a large and prosperous business in trade and lumbering. 12 OBITUARY EECORD. 1834. The firm was dissolved. Samuel received, for his share, $100,000, and the sons removed to Bangor. 1838. The death of the father left his manufacturing property (Woolen Factory and Tannery), in Dexter, without a manager. Quitting the life of stu- dious retirement that was dear to him, Mr. Farrar reluctantly assumed charge of the business at Dexter, and, after a time, associated with himself Lysander Cutler, the concern taking the title of Farrar & Cut- ler. His residence was still in Bangor. 1844-57. President of Mercantile Bank, Bangor. 1856, Dec. Reverses having swept away his property, the business at Dexter was closed. 1857, June. Removed to Milwaukee, "Wis., to fill the oflaces of Secretary and Treasurer of a Railway company. 1862, Spring. Removed to Geneva, Wis., where he engaged in the manufac- ture of flour. Died, Dec. 6th, 1862, very suddenly, at Geneva. Married, Aug. 17th, 1831, at Bloomfleld, to Miss Sarah Herrick, daughter of Dr. John Putnam, of Wilton, IST. H. He left no children. His widow now lives in Dexter. [All accounts agree in rev>resenting Mr. Farrar as a high-minded and honora- ble man, of the kindest and most benevolent disposition, — studious, thoughtful and conscientious. The life of a student was his delight. He was possessor of a tine library, and it has been said that his "was the best private collection of classical works in the State."] MOSES GOULD. Son of Moses and Anne (Mecum) Gould. Born, May 27, 1800, in Boxford, Mass. Prepared for college chiefly at Academy in Atkinson, X. H., Mr. Vose (proba- bly Francis, D. C, 1817), Principal. 1821. Entered Dartmouth College ; completed Freshman year, when, health failing, he left, and spent one year at home, in Boxford. 1823. Entered Sophomore class of Waterville College, and finished course, though with several interruptions from ill health. 1826-29. Spent in study of medicine, viz., about a year with Dr. John Grover, of Bethel, Me., about a year with Dr. Millett, of N'orway, Me., and spring, 1828, to Jan., 1829, with Drs. Nichols and Southwick, of So. Dan- vers, Mass. Attended medical lectures at Brunswick, two courses, in 1827 and 1828. 1829, Jan. Made journey to Georgia. Returning in early spring to take a third course and his degree, health again failed, and he spent the sea- son at home, an invalid. Fall of same year, went to Virginia, and spent some time in business at Harper's Ferry and Fredericksburg. 1830. Settled in Baltimore, Md., as a druggist, and so continued till death. 1843, June. Returned from Baltimore to old homestead in Boxford. Died, June 30, 1843, at Boxford, from "dyspepsia and disease of liver, after sickness of two years." Married, Sept. 17, 1832, at Baltimore, to Miss Lydia Abbott, daughter of James Russell, of Waterford, Me., now wife of Dea. L. Grover, of Bethel, Me. Children: Annie Faulkner, b. 1838, now Mrs. Twitchell of Rushville, N. Y. Marion, an only son, b. 1843, now living at Rushville. [A lover of knowledge for its own sake. Made the study of Botany a special- ty through life.] ELIJAH PARISH LOVEJOY. Eldest son of Rev. Daniel and Elizabeth (Pattee) Lovejoy. His paternal grand- mother was Mary, sister of Rev. Aaron Bancroft, D. D. (H. U., 1778), father of George Bancroft (H. U., 1817). Born, Nov. 9, 1802, in Albion, Me., his home through student life. Named af- ter Rev. Elijah Parish (D. C, 1785), of ByfieldMass., instructor ot his father. Fitted for college under Rev. Hadley Procter, at China Academy. 1823. Entered one year in advance. OBITUARY EECOED. 13 1824, Aug. 20. Appointed by faculty " to take charge of the Latin School," for ensuing college year. This office he held through Junior, and appar- ently till end of second term Senior year, when J. O'B. Chaplin became his successor. 1826, Aug. 30. Pronounced a poem, with Valedictory, at graduation. During fall and winter, Principal of China Academy. 1827, Autumn. Began a school in St. Louis, Mo., and taught one year. 1828-32. Editor and publisher of a political paper in St. Louis, advocating claims of Henry Clay for presidency, with flattering prospects of po- litical elevation. 1832, Jan. Becoming religiously awakened, united with Presbyterian church in St. Louis. March. Entered Theological Seminary at Princeton, N. J., and studied there one year. 1833, Apr. Licensed to preach by second Presbytery of Philadelphia. Spent some months in preaching at Newport, R. I., and as supply to Spring street church, New York. Nov. 22. Issued first number of " St. Louis Observer," a weekly reli- gious newspaper. 1834, June. Ordained as an evangelist. During editorial life at St. Louis, of- ten preached in vicinity. 1836, July. In consequence of great excitement, occasioned by his anti-slavery and anti-Romanist articles, the " Observer " was removed to Alton, 111. July 22. Printing-press destroyed on river bank, after being landed at Alton. Sept. 8. Publication of the " Observer" resumed, at Alton. 1837, Aug. 21. Press, type and material of office destroyed by mob. Sept. 21. Press number three destroyed on day of its arrival at Alton. Oct. 1. Mobbed at St. Charles, Mo., after Sunday evening services, in which he had officiated. Nov. 7. While guarding 2i fourth press, Mr. Lovejoy was shot, at Alton, by amob, and died a few moments after. Buried on his birthday, the 9th. Married, March 4, 1835, Miss Cella Ann French, of St. Charles, Mo. Left one son, Edward Payson, born March, 1836. " In regard to his intellectual powers * * * he seems to me to have approached very near to the rank of those distinguished men who have been hon- ored with the title of universal geniuses. During his collegiate course he appeared to have an almost equal adaptation of mind to the various branches of science and literature, * * and what is more, he took hold of each with giant strength." [Pres. Chaplin. " He was the best classical scholar I ever knew, and committed to memory with marvelous facility." [Rev. Jos. C. Lovejoy, Feb., 1870. He once repeated 150 of Watts's hymns at a single recitation. [A Memoir of Mr. Lovejoy, written by his brothers, was published a few months after his death.] ORLANDO HOLBROOK PARTRIDGE. Son of Dea. John and Olive (Davis) Partridge. Born, Sept. 19, 1805, at Augusta, Me. Family removed to Waterville some years prior to 1818. His father opened first Sabbath School ever held in Waterville, and was, for two or three years, steward of college commons. Fitted in college Latin School. Legal residence during course, Waterville. 1826-29. Studied medicine with Amos Nourse, M. D. (H. U., 1812), of Hal- lowell. Attended lectures at Brunswick, and took degree of M. D., 1829. 1829-36. Settled in practice at Truro, Mass. 1836-38. Spent two years in Europe for recreation and improvement in pro- fession, in which he was an enthusiast. Attended lectures at " L'Ecole de Medecine," visited Hospitals, and made Cutaneous Diseases a spec- ialty. Travelled in Italy, made tour of Germany, the Rhine, &c. 1838, On return, settled in Philadelphia, and there practiced successfully his profession till death, but, from feeble health, partially suspended prac- tice for several last years. Died, May 11, 1859, of consumption, in Philadelphia. Buried in Augusta, He did not marry. 2 14 OBITUARY RECORD. CLASS OF 1827. JOHN FRANCIS HOWARD ANGIER. Son of John and Lavinia (Hathaway) Angler. Born, Nov. 27, 1807, in Belfast Me. His father was, in 1802, a merchant In Boston; moved to Belfast, 1803, where he was, till 1830, a very successful merchant and ship-owner. The son began preparatory studies at Warren, Me., under tuition of Mr. Eaton, and completed them at Belfast Academy, Nath'l Haynes (B. C, 1823), Principal. Studied law with Judge Wm. Crosby (H. U., 1794), in Belfast. 1830, May. Admitted to the bar, at Belfast. June. Began practice atMontville, and practiced subsequently in Sears- mont and Belfast. Inherited wealth from his father. Died, June 17, 1856, of congestion of the brain, at Belfast. Married. 1832, Jane, daughter of Judge Wm. Crosby, and sister of ex-Gov. Wm. G. Crosby (B. C, 1823). Left no children. HARVEY BINGHAM DODGE. Son of Daniel and Sally (Wright) Dodge. Born Aug. 10, 1801, at Hanover, N. H. 1822. Completed preparation for College at Newport Academy, N. H., under Rev. Ora Pearson (M. C, 1820). 1823. Licensed to preach by Baptist church in Hanover, which was his legal residence while a student. Entered Columbian College, D. C, where he spent Freshman year. 1824. Entered Waterville College, as Sophomore. 1829, May. Accepted call to pastorate from Baptist church in West Plattsburg, Clinton County, N. Y., where he was ordained, Feb., 1830. 1831-32. Employed as missionary in counties of Clinton, Essex and St. Law- rence, N. Y. 1833. Pastor in Farmersville, Seneca Co., N. Y. 1834-36. Pastor at Greene, Monroe Co., N. Y. 1836, Fall. Settled over church in Fort Covington, Franklin Co., N. Y. 1839, Oct. Settled as pastor in Parma, Monroe Co., N. Y. 1841, March. Settled as pastor at Newton Falls, Ohio. 1842. Removed to Garrettsville, Portage Co., Ohio. 1844, June. Accepted call to return to his first church in Plattsburg, N. Y. 1847. Health being poor, engaged in an agency, and preached occasionally for three or four years, when he was obliged to give up all labor. Died, Nov. 11, 1866, at Plattsburg, of disease of kidneys, by which he had been laid aside from labor for many years. Married, June 13, 1830, MissElizaAnn, daughter of Daniel Beckwith, of Platts- burg. His wife, four sons and two daughters survived him, and are now living in Wisconsin, Chicago and Plattsburg. Two sons bore arms and partici- pated in many battles during the late war. HARVEY EVANS. Son of John and Eleanor (Bergen) Evans. Born, Nov., 1796, in Readfield, Me. 1809 (about). Family removed to Harmony, which was his legal residence while a student. Prepared for college at Bloomfield Academy, under Preceptor Hall. When ready to enter, reverses of his father in business compelled him to pro- vide funds for his own education. Travelling to Virginia on foot, he spent seven years in teaching, chiefly in Virginia, but for a short time at Little Rock, Arkansas. 1826, Apr. 4. Admitted to Junior class of Waterville College. 1827-30. Studied law in Waterville, with Hon. Timo. Boutelle (H. U., 1800). 1830. Admitted to bar and began practice in Harmony. OBITUARY EECORD. 15 1831, -June. Removed to "West Waterville, where lie remained in practice one and a half years. 1832, Fall. Removed to Oldtown, and there practiced about two years. 1834-36. In practice at Sebec. 1836. Removed to Benton (then Sebasticook), took place of Stephen Stark (D. C, 1827), and continued in practice till death. Died, July 11, 1840, of brain fever, in Benton (then Sebasticook). Married, July 11, 1831, Miss Caroline, daughter of Col. Herbert Moore, of Winslow. Children : Two sons. One, with whom Mrs. Evans now lives, is an Apothe- cary at Kendall's Mills. The other has for some years been in business on the Pacific coast of So. America. ENOCH WESTON FREEMAN. Son of Enoch and Elizabeth (True) Freeman. Born, Dec. 16, 1798, in Minot, Me., his legal residence during college course. Fitted for college at Hebron Academy. 1826-27. Part of winter vacation, and of May and June, were, by invitation, spent with Baptist church in St. John, N. B. 1827, Nov. 21. Ordained pastor of Baptist church in New Gloucester. 1828, June 4. Installed pastor of First Baptist church in Lowell, Mass., where, beloved by all who knew him, he labored until his mystei-ious death in 1835. Died, Sept. 22, 1835, in Lowell. On Sunday, Sept. 20th, after morning service, he became suddenly ill, but returned to his pulpit, began the exercises of the afternoon, fell fainting, and was taken home. He grew worse, suffering intense pain internally, until his death on Tuesday. Married, Sept. 23, 1834, Mrs. Hannah Witham. She was a cousin of Mr. Free- man, and daughter of Nathan Hanson, of New Portland, Me. In 1822 she married Ward Witham, from whom she procured a divorce, Feb., 1832. After death of Mr. Freeman, she married, Nov. 26, 1836, Geo. T. Kinney, of Boston. Aug. 10th, 1840, Mr. Kinney died of sickness similar to that of Mr. Freeman. The coroner's jury rendered a ver- dict to the effect that his death was caused by poison administered by his wife, but, on trial, she was acquitted. In March, 1835, Mr. and Mrs. Freeman had made a visitto the father of Mr. F., in Minot. Dur- ing that visit the elder Freeman died suddenly, exhibiting the same symptoms which were afterwards observed in the cases of his son and Mr. Kinney. Mrs. K. died in New York, about 1866. He left no children. [The foregoing account of the death of Mr. Freeman, and the subsequent his- tory of his wife, are chiefly condensed from Cowley's History of Lowell.] ALBERT GALLATIN LANE. Son of Daniel and Juliet (Fernald) Lane. Born, Jan. 13, 1809, in Saco, Me. In war of 1812, the father was Colonel of a regiment under Gen. Wade Hamp- ton, and took part in the battle of Plattsburgh. After the war he was appointed Collector of Customs for the District of Belfast, and held the oflice twenty years. The son completed preparatory studies at Belfast Academy, under Nathaniel Haynes (B. C, 1823). Residence, while in college, Belfast. 1827. Began study of law, after graduation, and pursued it with Ether (D. C, 1811) and John Shepley, at Saco, and Jos. Williamson, in Belfast. 1830. Admitted to practice at Belfast, and. May, opened office at Eastport. 1832. Removed to Machias, where he resided till death. Register of Probate for Washington County, for some years. Clerk of Courts " " " elected 1852, re-elected 1855. Died, March 27, 1859, at Machias, of apoplexy. Married, Oct., 1834, Sarah E., daughter of Foxwell Cutts, of Saco. Children : Three sons and two daughters. One son died, in U. S. Army, at Mound City, during the late war, and one was lost at sea. The other lives in New York. 16 OBITUAEY EECOED. THOMAS ROBmSOIT. Son of William and Mary (Stinson) Robinson. Born, lath (?) June, 1801, in Litchfield, Me., his legal residence till close of student life. Fitted for college at Hallowell Academy. Graduated as Salutatorian of class, Isaac Redington taking Valedictory. 1827. Began study of law with Wm. Clark, of Hallowell, and finished with John G. Dean (B. U., 1806), in Ellsworth, Me. 1830. Admitted to bar of Hancock County, and began practice in Jefferson. 1831. Removed to Ellsworth, where he continued in practice till decease. 1835 (and subsequently). Engaged successfully in land operations and nav- igation. 1840. One of the Presidential Electors who cast the vote of Maine for "W. H. Harrison. At various times member of both Houses of State Legislature. President of Hancock bar at time of his death. Died, July 2, 1858, of pneumonia. Enfeebled by long-continued indigestion. Married, June, 1831, Miss Eliza Ann, daughter of John Chamberlain, of Ells- worth. She died Sept. 13, 1849. Several years after, he married Miss Margaret A. Mead, who is still living. Left two sons and three daughters. [Mr. Robinson was regarded as a man of sterling integrity, and as an able law- yer and business man,] SAMUEL STEVENS. Son of Jacob and Elizabeth (Hillard) Stevens. Born, Jan. 25, 1801, at Cross' Hill. Vassalboro', Me. Prepared in college Grammar School, and at China Academy. 1824, Sept. Entered Sophomore class. 1828. Part of this year, Principal of Maine Wesleyan Seminary, Kent's Hill. Studied medicine with Drs. Oliver Prescott (M. D., D. C, 1820), of Vassal- boro', and Issachar Snell (H. U., 1797), of Augusta. 1830. Attended a course of lectures at Brunswick, but took no degree. Apr. Commenced practice in Hope, Me. 1831, Jan. Removed to Dover, Me., and became Principal of Foscroft Academy. 1831-32, Winter. There being much sickness in vicinity, he was called upon to render medical aid. Riding nights to visit the sick, and teaching by day, he was overtasked, and took the prevailing disease, of which he died, after a sickness of one week. Died, March, 4, 1832, of typhus fever, at Dover. Buried at Cross' Hill. Married, Jan., 1830, Betsey H. Hill, of Hope. Left wife and one daughter — the latter living at last accounts. "A good man, early a member of M. E. church, and a consistent Christian." CLASS OF 1828. CHARLES FOSTER. Son of Micah and Rebecca (Tilson) Foster, and bro. of Elijah (class of 1823). Born, Dec. 14, 1807, in Boston, Mass., the family living there a few years. Prepared for college under Rev. Mr. Barstow (probably Zedekiah S.), (Y. C, 1813), pastor of Cong, church in Hanson, Mass. Legal residence while in college, Pembroke, Mass. Soon after graduation he commenced study of medicine with Dr. Hitchcock, of Boston, Mass., but his health shortly failed. Died, Apr. 22, 1829, of consumption, at his father's house in Pembroke. Unmarried. OBITUARY EECOED. lY JACOB QUINCY KETTELLE. Son of James and Mary (Quincy) Kettelle. Born, Sept. 6, 1803, at Limington, Me. Family removed to Limerick in his early childhood. Named for his grandfather, Dr. Jacob Quincy, of Boston. Began preparatory studies at Limerick Acad, under E,ev._(?) Mr. Gregg, and spent one year at Phillips Exeter Academy, Benj. Abbot, LL.D. (H. U., 1788), Principal. Legal residence while in college, Saco, that being home of family during those years, and not Portland, as given in early catalogues. Eead law with Moses Emery (B. C., 1818), of Saco, for one year, with Jona. D. Weston (H. U., 1802), of Eastport, completing legal studies with Otis L. Bridges (B. C, 1822), of Calais. 1831. Admitted to bar of Washington Co., and settled in practice at Calais. 1841, Oct. Removed to Boston, where he established himself in his profession, and spent the remainder of his life. Held a place in Boston Custom House about eight years. Died, Dec. 2, 1865, in Boston, suddenly, of chronic heart disease. Married, July 20, 1843, at Charlestown, Mass., Lydia P. Dyer, of Calais. Aug. 30, 1848, Sarah Wilkins. Oct. 6, 1859, Lucia T. Drew, of Plymouth, Mass. Children : Two, of the last wife, now living, with their mother, in Boston. SAMUEL McCLELLAN. Son of Hon. Judah and Elizabeth (White) McClellan. Born, Apr. 17, 1810. in Bloomfield (now part of Skowhegan), Me. His father (B. U., 1799), a classmate of Dr. Chaplin, was one of the original Trustees of the college, and served on the board, 1821-48. The son was fitted for college at Bloomfield Academy, under Preceptor Hall. 1824, Sept. Entered Freshman class, and was present that year, as shown by college records. [From inaccurate information, it was stated, in last annual necrology, that he entered Sophomore.] 1830-83. Tutor in a college at Jackson, Louisiana. Studied law at Bloomfield, under direction of his father. 1835. Settled in successful practice of profession, at Dexter, Me., which was his permanent residence. Died, Aug. 1st, 1868, at Dexter, of Bright's disease of kidneys. Married, Sept. 20, 1840, Miss Ann S. Greene. Children : Two daughters. A younger brother, Henry, graduated in 1842, and another, John J., was a student of the college, but from failure of health, relinquished his course during first term Junior year, 1843 ; engaged in trade, and died at Skowhegan, 1865. SUMNER SULLIVAN RAWSON. Son of Ebenezer and Elizabeth (Taylor) Rawson. Born, Oct. 3, 1805, in Paris, Me., the home of his family during his college course. Fitted for college at Buckfield and Hebron Academies, and Paris High School. Teachers, Rev. Wm. Pidgin (D. C, 1794), at B., and Jos. G. Cole (H. U., 1822), at P. Studied law with Stephen Emery (B. C, 1814), of Paris, and Nicholas Emery (D. C, 1795), of Portland. 1831 (about) to 1851. Resident, in practice of profession, at Eastport, Me., and highly respected for ability and character, for many years. 1840-41. Collector of Customs for Passamaquoddy district. 1844. Member of Senate of Maine. 1851, Spring. Removed to California, and was for a time Clerk of an U. S. Land Commission. Resumed practice in San Francisco. 1851-52. Member of Legislature of California. Died, June 11, 1866, at San Francisco. He retired the previous night in his usual health, and was found dead in the morning. He was unmarried. 1824, Aug. 26. When he was admitted to Freshman class, his brother, Eben- ezer G., entered as Sophomore. Took dismission in Junior year, Apr. 25, 1826, and graduated at Union College, 1827. 13 OBITUAKY RECORD. HERMON STEVENS. Son of Isaac and Lois (Low) Stevens. Born, Apr. 16, 1805, in Waterville. Fitted for college in the Grammar School, under Henry Paine (class of 1823). Pursued his legal studies in Waterville, with Hon. Timo. Boutelle, (H. U., 1800). 1831. Admitted to Somerset bar, and at once commenced practice in East Thomaston (now Rockland), Me., where he practiced successfully for more than thirty years, and until the malady that terminated his life compelled him to retire from his profession. 1865. Returned to his native town, and, at the old homestead, spent his last days under care of a devoted sister. Died, March 15, 1867, in Waterville, from abscess of the pleura, induced by in- jury received while travelling. He did not marry. ALBERT CARLTOiST THAYER, Son of Dr. Stephen and Sophia (Carlton) Thayer. Born, March 3, 1809, in Vassalboro', Me. Family removed to Fairfield, and thence to Waterville, Feb., 1837, where the father practiced his profes- sion till decease, 1852. Prepared for college, under instruction of his father, in Fairfield. He was the first person from Fairfield who graduated at any college. After graduation, studied medicine with his father. Attended some lectures at Brunswick, but completed medical course, and took degree of M. D. at Columbian College, D. C, in 1831. 1832, June. Began practice in Clinton (part now Benton). 1833. Removed to Skowhegan (Millburn till 1836), and continued practice. Died, Dec. 28, 1834, of lung fever, at Skowhegan. Married, Dec. 19, 1833, Miss Ann E. Putnam, of Skowhegan. Left no children. "Widow lives in Dexter. MANLY BURT TOWNSEND. Son of Dodavah and Sabra (Price) Townsend. Born, May 8th, 1803, in Sidney, Me., which was his legal residence till close of student life. 1823. Studied at China Academy, under tuition of Rev. Hadley Procter (class of 1823). ^ ^^ ^ 1828. Directly after graduation, began study of law with Ichabod R. Chad- bourne (D. C, 1808), of Eastport. 1831. Admitted to bar of Washington County, and entered upon successful practice, in Calais. 1842. Removed to Alexander, Me., where he continued practice and engaged in farming. 1844-46. Member of Senate of Maine. 1845-46. President of Senate of Maine. Died, Dec. 7, 1849, at Alexander, of cancer in stomach. Married, May 24, 1832, Miss Almeda S. Sawyer. Left wife, now living at Alexander, and six children. CLASS OF 1830. MOSES LARK APPLETON. Son of Dr. Moses (D. C, 1791), and Ann (Clark) Appleton. Born, Feb. 3, 1811, in Waterville, his home till after graduation. Preparatory studies pursued in college Grammar School. OBITUARY EECORD. 19 1830. Began to read law with his brother-in-law, Samuel Wells, then of Water- ville, and completed preparation for the bar with George Starrett of Bangor. Attended lectures at Cambridge. 1833. Commenced practice at Sebec, Me., where he remained two years, 1835. Removed to Bangor, and on retirement of Thomas A. Hill from firm of Starrett & Hill, took his place, and held it till death of Mr. Starrett, about 1838. Subsequently partner of Hon. John Appleton (D. C, 1822), till the latter was made Judge, In 1852. " Early professional career marked by diligent application. Attained a large and lucrative business." 1849-50. Represented Bangor in State Legislature. " A pleasant and eloquent speaker." Bank Comissioner for a time. "Active in measures pertaining to welfare of the city." President for some years of corporation of Mt. Hope Cemetery, where he lies buried. Died, Sept. 25, 1859, at Bangor, of consumption. Married, March, 1835, Miss Jane S., daughter of Hon. Thomas A. Hill, of Bangor, "Widow, two sons and a daughter live in Bangor, EDWm WILLIAM GARRISON. Son of Nathan and Rebecca (Ansley) Garrison. Born, Aug. 12, 1804, in St. John, N. B., where was the home of his early years and his legal residence during college course. Wm. Lloyd Garrison, whose parents were from N. B., is a relative of this family. 1810. By a fall, his spine was injured, and life-long deformity and infirmity ensued. By his own assiduity he mastered the preparatory and Freshman studies, with- out a teacher. 1827, Summer. On return of E. W. Freeman from his second visit to St. John (see p. 10), Mr. Garrison accompanied him to Waterville, and, Aug., entered Sophomore class. A fellow student writes : " He was a fine scholar — ready and correct, — a Chris- tian gentleman, and universally beloved." 1831-32. Supplied Bap. ch. in Cherryfield, where he was ordained as evangel- ist. May, 1832. 1838. Preached in Ellsworth and vicinity. It is said that his deformity pre- vented him from soon obtaining a pastorate, although he was an able writer and preacher. 1834-35. Preached eighteen months as supply for First Bap. ch. in Sedgwick. 1835-36. Preached in Penobscot and other towns in Hancock Co., also, at some time, in Fayette. 1836-38. Pastor of church in Cherryfield. 1839-40. From spring of '39 till death, he preached for people of Korth Sedg- wick, afterwards organized into a church. Published " Memoirs of Mrs. R. B. Pinkham," wife of Rev. Ebenezer Pinkham. Died, July 4, 1840, suddenly, of heart disease, at Sedgwick. Married, spring of 1839, Miss Sophia Dodge, of Sedgwick. She died in Port- land, Jan., 1862. George Ansley Garrison, older bro. of E. W., for many years deacon of Ger- main St. Ch., St. John, and his one son, a citizen of Washington, D. C, are the only survivors of the family, JOSEPH HODGES, Son of Capt, Joseph and Sally (Gilbert) Hodges. Born, May 19, 1806, in Norton, Mass. Parents early removed to Canton, in same State. Prepared for college, in part, at Raynham Academy. Entered subsequently to the first term of Freshman year. 1830-33. Student at Newton Theol. Institution. 1831, Apr. Licensed to preach by Canton church. 1833-35. Without charge, living in Canton. 20 OBITUARY RECORD. 1835, Nov. 18. Ordained pastor of Bap. ch. in "Weston, Mass., where he preached four years. 1840, June— '41, Sept. Pastor at Amherst, Mass. 1841, Sept.— '43, May. " " Coleraine, " 1843, May— '47, Sept. " " Three Rivers, Palmer, Mass. 1847, Sept.— '52, Sept. " " East Brookfield, " 1852, Sept.— '55, May. " " North Oxford, " 1855-61. Agent of Am, and For. Bible Soc., family living at Cambridge, Mass. Died, Aug. 23d, 1863, of Bright's disease of kidneys, at Cambridge. Married, Nov. 30, 1835, Rosabella, daughter of Jos. Stockbridge, of Bath, Me. Left vpife and four children, now living in Cambridgeport. EATON MASON. Son of Deacon Samuel and Bethia (Eaton) Mason. Born, April 4, 1804, in Westminister, Vt., his legal residence till end of college course. Preparatory studies pursued in Chester, Yt., and at West Brattleboro' Academy. 1826. Member of Columbian Coll., D. C, through Freshman year. 1827. Entered Sophomore class, and graduated July 28, 1830. 1830. Fall and winter after graduation, appears to have preached at Eastport and Sedgwick, Me. 1831, April. Ordained pastor of Baptist Church, in Springfield, N. H., where he remained one year. 1832-33. Preached at Effingham, N. H,, about one and a half years. 1833-35, Feb. Preached for Bap. church in Bridgton, Me. 1835, Feb. 27. United with Congregational Church in Bridgton. 1885, Sept. 30— '45, Feb. 20. Pastor of Congregational Church, in Sweden, Me. This was his last pastoral charge. In addition to his clerical labors, he taught hi^^h schools inmost of the places where he preached. 1845, March. Removed to Dixfield, Me., and opened a high school. Died, Nov. 1st, 1845, of brain (some say typhoid) fever, in Dixfield. Married, Aug. 12, 1830, Mary Theresa, daughter of Samuel Yeaton, of East- port, Me. She died, at Biddeford, July 14, 1848. Left five children, of whom three are still living. The statement comes from several sources, that, near close of college course, he was thrown from a carriage and sufiered violent injury of the head, from efi'ects of which he is thought never to have wholly recovered. While a student he was regarded as a man of " high promise." WILLIAM RICHARDSON. Son of Otis and Jedidah (Tilton) Richardson. Born, Feb. 5th, 1803, in Belgrade, Me. 1805. Family removed to Mercer, his legal residence while a student. Took preparatory course in college Grammar School. 1830-31. Principal of Foxcroft Academy. 1831-32. Principal of High School, in Norridgewock, six months. Studied law three years, in office of Alpheus Lyon, of Waterville, and at Mercer. Not admitted to bar. 1834, Nov. Went to North Carolina. 1834-40. Principal of Academy, at Enfield, N. C. 1840-42. " " " " Gatesville, N. C. 1845 (about). Removed to Western Tennessee, and settled near WajTiesboro', where he bought land and engaged in planting. 1854. About this year, sharing in political feelings of the South, he ceased to write to his northern relatives. Taught, at times, after removal to Tennessee. Died, of dysentery, in Wayne County, Tennessee, several years since. Tidings of death, without date, but recently received by friends in Maine. Married, about 1838, Miss Mary Wilkms, of Enfield, N. C. She died, and he married again. OBITUARY RECORD. 21 CLASS OF 1831. JACOB MOTT COOK. Son of Thomas aud Lydia (Mott) Cook. Born, June 17, 1804, in VVaterville, his home till graduation. Received private instruction in preparatory studies, at Waterville. 1831. Soon after graduating, engao-ed in teaching. Opened a High School in New Sharon, and afterwards at Norridgewock. Died, Nov. 13, 1S33, of brain fever, at Norridgewock. Married, July 4, 1832, Miss Lydia, daughter of Reuben Lowell, of Farmington. She afterwards married Mr. Whitcomb, and now lives in Dexter. He left no children. SAMUEL GLIDDEN GLIDDEN. Son of John and Mary J. (Lovett) Glidden. Born, Jan. 5, 1816, in Newcastle, Me., his legal residence while in college. Named for his uncle, Samuel Glidden. Prepared for college at Newcastle Acadeniv, under Freeman Bradford (class of 1827), and James Brooks (class of 1828). Studied law, a year or more, with Mr. Hazeltine, of Newcastle. 1839. Began sea-faring life in fall of this year, his relatives being large ship owners. 1841. Became ship-master, and made voyages to European ports (England, France, and the Mediterranean). After quitting sea, was for some years commission merchant, in New York. "A man of high character, and greatly esteemed."' Died, Oct. 16, 1869, of apoplexy, in Brooklyn, N. Y. Married, July, 1849, Miss Martha A. H. Fisher, who, with four children, is living at Brooklyn. WYMAN BRADBURY SEVEY MOOR. Son of Daniel and Rebecca (Spring) Moor. Born, Nov. 3, 1811, in Waterviile, Me., his home till end of student life. Pi'epared for college chiefly at China Academy. At graduation, he and Frederic Lord ranked "primi pares." 1831. After leaving college, read law one year, with Sam'l "Wells, in Waterviile. 1832. Attended lectures at Dane College of Law, Cambridge, Mass. 1833. Admitted to practice, and opened office at Millburn (now Skowhegan)i 1834. July 30. Delivered oration for Master's Degree, and Valedictory for graduating class, there being trouble about assignment of parts. 1834-49. Resided at Waterviile, in practice of profession. 1842. Representative in State Legislature. 1844-48. Attorney-General of Maine. 1848. U. S. Senator, by executive appointment, to fill vacancy caused by death of John Fairfield. 1849-52. Lived at Bangor, in practice of the law. 1852 and '53. Superintended construction of railway from Waterviile to Bangor, residing in Waterviile tim857. 1857-61. Consul General for British American Provinces, home in Montreal. 1861-68. Residence in Waterviile. During war engaged in furnishing supplies for army, and in tobacco business. 1868. Bought estate, mcluding mine of iron ore, near Lynchburg, Va., and removed thither, to engage in manufacture of iron, but was prostrated by disease while beginning operations. Died, March 11, 1869, of protracted bilious disease, terminating in dropsy, at Lynchburg. He was one of the many persons poisoned at National Hotel, Washington, spring of 1857, and from shock then sustained never recovered. Married, Feb. 22, 1834, Clara A. N., daughter of Dr. Daniel Cook (B. U., 1807), of Waterviile. She died, May, 1853. Children : Eight, of whom two sons and two daughters survived him. The eldest son is now head of the business in Virginia. Mr. Moor was widely known as an able and active lawyer aud politician. 3 OBITUARY EECOBD. CLASS OF 1833. OLIVER AUGUSTUS DODGE. Son of Dudley and Betsey (Fyefield) Dodge. Born, March 18, 1813, at Hampfton Falls, N. H., his legal residence through college life. Prepared for college at the Academy in Hampton, under Roswell Harris (M. (J., 1821), Principal. 1831, Fall. Made profession of religion, and was baptized by Dr. Chaplin. 1833, On graduating, entered Newton Theological Institution, but was com- pelled, by pulraomiry disease, to leave before close of first term. 1834, May to Aug. Visited, for health, several of the Western States, and re- turned, from Ohio, on horseback. Aug. 21 to Oct. 20. Supplied, in Shrc^wsbury, Mass., the Baptist and Congregational churches, then worshipping together. Nov. and Dec. Supplied the infant Baptist church at Lexington, Mass. 1835, Jan. 7. Ordained over the Lexington church, and held the pastorate till his death. 1839, July. "Principally through his labors and influence, the first Normal School in America was opened in Lexington." It was removed, Sept., 1844, to West Newton, and Dec, 1853, to Framingham, its present location. Died, May 28, 1840, of consumption, in Lexington. "Beloved by the church, and respected by all, he died universally lamented." [Church Records. Married, Jan. 28, 1835, Miss Alice Cheney, of Newport, N. H. Children: Two daughters, both educated at Bradford Female Seminary. Alice A. died of consumption, June 22, 1866, aged 30 years. Mary Frances died of consumption, Sept. 8, 1862, aged 23 years. The eldest was a successful teacher and contributor to periodicals, and author of several excellent books for the young, six of which were published by the American Tract Society. Mrs. Dodge is how living at Hampton Falls. ROCKWOOD GIDDINGS. Son of William and Sally (Wyatt) Giddings. Born, Aug. 8, 1812, in Plymouth, N. H. Legal residence, while in college, Compton, N. H. Spent two years, in preparation for college, at New Hampton Literarv Institution, N. H., Rev. Dr. B. F. Farnsworth (D. C, 1813), Principal, — afterwards Pres. of Georgetown Coll., Ky. Converted, and united with Baptist ch. in New Hampton. 1829. Entered college, with medical profession in view. During course, licensed to preach by ch. in Waterville. 1833. After leaving college, went to Virginia and began medical studies, which he completed in Warsaw, Ky. 1835. Having prepared to remove to Missouri and settle in practice, he re- versed his decision and was soon after ordained as an evangelist. 1835-38. Pastor of Bap. ch. in Shelbyville, Ky. 1838, Fall. Chosen President of Georgetown College, Ky. During next eight months, as agent of the college, he travelled to secure an endowment, preaching wherever he went. At length, " after preaching every day for nearly two weeks, at Long Run Church, and baptizing a large num- ber of converts, he sank in the pulpit in the midst of his sermon," and without rallying, steadily declined. Died, Oct. 29, 1839, of fever. Married, July 24, 1838, Miss Mary, dau. of Joel Hansborough, of Shelby Coun- ty. She died in less than a year from date of marriage. " His talents were of the highest order, and, had he lived, he would have ranked with the giant intellects of the age. * * * He filled every sta- tion to which he was called with an ability that astonished his most ardent admirers." — [Dr. J. S. Waller. OBITUAEY RECORD, 23 [The foregoing is chiefly condensed from an article in " Sprague's Annals Am, Pulpit," vol. vi., by Prof. J, E, Farnam (class of 1833) of Georgetown Coll.] A younger brother, William Franklin, born Nov, 18, 1826, entered college in i8M. At close of fall term. Senior year, went home to N. H, for the vacation, but was unable to return, and died, Apr, 30, 1848, of con- sumption, at his father's in Compton. KAHUM HOWARD WOOD. Son of Nahum and Ruth (Jackson) Wood, Born, Jan. 21, 1810, in Augusta, Me. Family came from Mass. to Maine, about 1802; and removed from Augusta to Winslow, their residence while the son was in college. After graduation, studied law in Bangor, and taught there. 1836, Spring. Having been admitted to the bar, went directly to So, Carolina, with purpose of entering on practice of profession. 1840-52 (about). Professor in Franklin College, Athens, Ga. 1852 (about). Removed to S. W. Georgia, and was for several years a planter near Blakely, Early Co. A short time before his death he removed to Florida. Died, Sept. 8, 1859, suddenly, of heart disease, at Oglethorpe, Macon Co., Ga., while on a journey. Married, Jan. 3, 1850, Mary Louisa, only dau. of Col. Huggins, of Charleston, S. C, a plantei'. Child: A daughter, who, with the mother, now lives in Sumter, Sumter Co., S. C.^ A man of character and ability. CLASS OF 1834. FRANCIS BARKER. Son of Isaac Bowenand Elizabeth (Torrey) Barker, Born, Dec. 22, 1806, in Pembroke (part now Hanson), Mass,, his legal resi- dence during college course. Prepared for college at Peirce Academy, Middleboro', Mass,, Principal, Leon- ard Tobey (Wms, C, 1826— Tutor in Wat, Coll,, 1827-28), 1832. Licensed to preach. 1834-37. Student in Newton Theological Institution. 1837, Oct. 20. At session of Old Colony Baptist Association, in Middleboro', ordained evangelist, with view to missionary labor in the West. 1838, Teacher in Jackson County, Missouri, 1839-56. Missionary to Shawnee Indians (Shawanoes), in Kansas, till the mission was broken up by "border ruffians." Appointed April 15, 1839 ; began labors May 20. 1854. Took a claim, afterwards pre-empted, five miles west of Lawrence, to which he removed his family, fall of 1855. 1856-63. Supported his family by farming and practice of medicine ; but per- formed constant and gratuitous missionary labor, of all kinds, in Law- rence and vicinity. Extended hospitality to the immigrants flocking to the new State. During the troubles, often threatened with violence by pro-slavery bands, he was yet in no way injured. To the last a laborious and self-sacrificing missionary. Died, Feb. 13, 1863, on his farm, from congestion of the brain. Married, Oct. 20, 1839, Miss Elizabeth, daughter of Thaddeus Churchill of Kinsston, Mass. Children : Eight, of whom four died in infancy, and four, two sons and two daughters, with the mother, are still living. 24 OBITUARY RECORD. ZABDIEL BRADFORD. Son of Zabdiel and Mary (Standish) Bradford. His ancestors were, on his fatlier's side, Governor William Bradford, and, on liis mother's, Capt. Miles Standish. Born, July (not Aug.) 13, 1809, at Marshtield, Mass. Prepared for college at Peirce Academy, Middleboro', Mass., under Principals Abraham G. Randall (H. U., 1798) and Leonard Tobey (Wms. C., 1826). Legal residence, while member of college, Middleboro', Mass. From boyhood to close of life, a devoted student of the ancient classics. 183i-37. Student of Newton Theological Institution, completing course, ex- cept last term of Senior year. 1837, May 24. Ordained as pastor of Baptist Church, in North Yarmouth, Me. Here he labored, for seven years, with the highest success, and enjov- ed the ever increasing regard of his people. Suffering in health from the severity of the Maine winters, he was compelled, July, 1844, to resign his charge. 1844, Nov. Installed as pastor of Pine Street Baptist Church, in Providence, R. I., and greatly beloved and respected, sustained this relation till it ceased with his life. 1848, Aug. 8. Delivered oration at anniversary of literary societies, at Water- ville. Died, May 16, 1849, in Providence, after a protracted and painful illness, from organic disease of the heart, of many years standing. Married, May 30, 1837, at Livermore, Me., Miss Ann Eliza, daugliter of Rev. John Haynes, one of the original trustees of the college. lie left three sons and two daughters. Mrs. Bradford, two sons, and the sur- viving daughter, now live in New York City. One son is engaged in a course of studv at Upper Alton, 111, [Full and m an obituary, by Rev. il. M. Dean, Watchman" and Reflector', June, 1849.] younger brother, Shadrach S., class of 1837, completed first term Senior year, then left and graduated at Columbian College, D. C, with others of his class. IVORY CLARKE. Son of James and Lydia (Brocli) Clarke. Born, March 8, 1807, in North Berwick, Me. Studied, to prepare for college, in So. Berwick and Limerick. Instructor at S. B., Isaac Holton (V. U., 1814). Legal residence while in college, Lebanon, Me. 1834-37. Student in Newton Theol. Institution. 1837, Apr, 3. Appointed to African mission. Sept, 12. Ordained as evangelist, at Lebanon. Nov. 26. Sailed from New York, in ship Emperor, and, Dec. 3, from Nor- folk, having taken on board 95 Virginia blacks. 1838-45. Residence at Bexley, Liberia. 1845-48. " " Edina, " Through these ten years, engaged in preacliing, superintending the mission schools, translating portions of the New Testament, and making a dic- tionary of the Bassa language. Often interrupted in labors by the fevers incident to the climate, so deadly to most Europeans, Mr, Clarke held out till Jan,, 1846, when he began to fail; but clinging steadfastly to his work, he refused to quit the country till his case was beyond cure. 1848, Apr. 6. Embarked for America. Died, Apr. 24, 1848, at sea, from effects of African fevers. Married, Aug. 27, 1837, Miss Lois, dau, of John Guptill of N. Berwick. Child : Wm. C, now living in Charlestown, Mass. Mrs. Clarke's present residence is in So. Berwick, OBITUARY RECORD. 25 THOMAS LEISHMAN. Eldest child of John and Lydia (Clark) Leishman. Born, Dec. 18, 1805, in Boothbay, his legal residence through student life. While preparing for college, was private pupil of Dr. D. K. Kennedy (M. D., B. C, 1826), then of Boothbay. After completing course, taught in Wiscasset, and, for about three months, studied medicine with Dr. Kennedy, at Boothbay. 1835-38. Studied law in China, under direction of S. A. Kingsbery (B. C, 1828). 1838, March. Admitted to Kennebec bar, and opened office at East Yassalboro', Me. Died, May 8, 1838, in East Vassalboro', of bilious fever, after sickness of a few days. Unmarried. The grandfather of Thomas came from Scotland and settled in Boothbay, prior to 1770. In the male line, the family is now extinct. EDWARD PAYS02S' McKOWjST. Son of John and Abigail (Frothingham) McKown. The father was born in Boston, butbegan business life in Portland, as joint editor and publisher of the "Freeman's Friend," an organ of the Federalists. He removed to Charlestown, Mass., the liome of the family during the son's college life. Born, May 17, 1810, in Portland, Me. 1829-30. Pupil at Maine Wesleyan Seminary, Readfield, Merritt Caldwell (B. C, 1828), Principal. 1830-31. Studied under private teacher, in Hallowell. 1831. Entered college, as Sophomore. 1834.35. After graduating. Principal of Hallowell Academy, one year. 1836-37. Private tutor in Poughkeepsie, N. Y. 1837, Aug. 2. Delivered oration for Master's Degree, at Commencement. 1837-39. Student (residence Chelsea, Mass.) in Theological School at Cam- bridge, during Middle and Senior years, and graduated, but was unable to perform his part, from ill health. 1839-54. Inmate of Asylum for the Insane. Two years in private asylum of Dr. Cutter, Pepperell, Mass., and from OctI 17, 1842, till his death, at Lunatic Hospital, Worcester — his mind a blank. Died, March 20, 1854, of pneumonia, at Worcester. Unmarried. The case of Mr. McKown is one of melancholy interest. A letter from Pres. Babcock to Rev. Dr. Nichols, of Portland, Aug. 1, 1834, speaks of him as, in scholarship, "probably the best in his class." A former member of the faculty says that his college compositions were remarkable for elegance in use of language. A classmate states that he was of "fine mind, ambitious, loving study for the sake of study." ALBERT WELSTED POOLE. Son of James and Patience (Hunnewell) Poole. Born, March 20, 1813, in Portland, Me., the home of the family till the present time. Pi-epared for college at Portland Acad., by Bezaleel Cushman (D. C, 1811). 1836. Went south, and for two years taught in Clinton, La. 1838. By marriage came into possession of a plantation, in Woodland, La., upon which he subsequently lived, occupied with the management of the estate, and acting as a kind of circuit preacher, supplying several churches. Died, Sept. 27, 1865, of congestion of the lungs, at his fatlier's house, in Port- land, while on a visit to his native place. Married, 1838, Mrs. Maria M. Woodward, of Woodland, La. Child: A son, who was living with his mother on the plantation, at last ac- counts. 26 OBITUAKY RECORD. LEMUEL PORTER. Oldest son of Capt. Lemuel and Hannah Porter, Born, May 1st, 1809, in Boston, his legal residence during college course. The father was a shipmaster, and acquired a fortune in voyages to the N. W. coast, China, and other distant parts. Bred to mercantile life, the son was regarded as a young man of uncommon promise. Becoming interested in religion, he united, 1827, with the Baldwin Place Baptist church, and resolved to prepare for the ministry. He was bitterly opposed by his father, but firm of pur- pose, he put himself under the instruction of Robert E. Pattison (A. C, 1826), Principal of Amherst Academy, Mass. When, in 1828, Mr. Pattison was appointed Professor of Mathematics and Natural Philos- ophy, in Waterville College, young Porter, with several others, was by his influence turned to Waterville, and entered Freshman class, Aug., 1830. Before entrance, and throughout his course, he was an active, zealous and popular preacher, and was ordained an evangelist in Sidney, Dec. 16, 1830, where he preached on alternate Sundays through 1831, and often afterwards, as well as in Portland and Augusta. In the latter place he was greatly instrumental in founding the Baptist church. 1834. On graduating, he entered Newton Theological Seminary, but left at close of first year. 1835, Oct. 25. Installed pastor of Worthen St. Church, Lowell, Mass., and in this relation labored fifteen years, declining, meantime, invitations to settle in Washington, New York, and other cities. 1851, June 25. Installed as pastor of Baptist churdi in Pittsfield, Mass., of which Gov. Geo. N. Briggs was then a deacon. Here he labored till Jan., 1862. About the time of his settlement in Pittsfield, he lost, by unfortunate investment in railway stocks, most of the property inher- ited from his father. 1854. Received from Madison University degree of Doctor of Divinity. 1862, Oct.— 1863. Sept. Pastor at Bloomington, 111., until a long and severe illness obliged him to retire from that promising field. 1864, Feb. Appointed District Secretary of American Tract Society, he entered with ardor upon his duties, at Chicago. Died, Oct. 17, 1864, of typhoid fever, induced by over-work. Buried at Mt. Auburn. Married, Nov. 24, 1835, Miss Walthea Maria, daughter of Dea. John S. Skin- ner, of Windsor, Vt. Children : Clara Maria, died in Pittsfield, fall of 1861. Helen Gertrude. Mrs. Porter, with her surviving daughter, was recently living in Windsor, Vt. Dr. Porter is represented as a man of highly generous, pure and noble charac- ter. His ministry was eminently successful. During its thirty years he baptized more than 1200 persons. He was very laborious and systematic, and it is said that "few equalled him in executive ability." WILLIAM STOCKBRIDGE. Second son of William R. and Olive (True) Stockbridge. Born, Nov. 17, 1813, in North Yarmouth, Me., his legal residence till close of student life. He was of Pilgrim stock, his ancestor, John Stockbridge, having come from England to Plymouth colony, in the " Blessing," June, 1685. Prepared for college at N. Y'^armouth Acad., under Jos. Sherman (B. C, 1826), afterwai'ds Pres. of a college in Tenn. Studied medicine under direction of his brother-in-law. Dr. N. H. Carey (M. D., B. C, 1828), then of Wayne. Attended medical lectures and took degree, at Berkshire Medical College, Pittsfield, Mass. Winter of 1839-40, went South, and commenced practice in Woodville, Miss., from which place he removed, in about a year, to West Feliciana Par- ish, La., where, in Bayou Sara, St. Francisville and Jackson, and in the territory lying between those places, he practiced till his death, "He had an excellent reputation for skill in his profession, to the practice of which he devoted himself with the greatest assiduity." OBITUARY RECORD. 21 Died, Oct. 2, 1853, of yellow fever, in the Parish (county) above named. Married, about a year before his death, Mrs. Jane Johns, widow of a physician. Slie afterwards married a merchant, and lives in New Orleans. CLASS OF 1835. HENRY PADELFORD BROWN. Son of Enoch (B. U., 1801) and Melinda (Padelford) Brown. Born, Aug. 18, 1816, in Hampden, Me., which was the residence of the family till 1835, when they removed to Bangor. Pursued prepai-atory and Freshman studies at Hampden Academj^, the last year under tuition of Asa Matthews (class of 1829), Principal from 1831-37. 1832, Aug. Entered college one year in advance. 1835, Aug. 5. Delivered Valedictory at graduation, William Lamson taking Salutatory. On leaving college, commenced, with ardor, the study of law, in the office of his father, at Bangor. Died, unmai-ried, Oct. 1, 1835, of typhoid fever, at his father's house in Bangor. Buried at Hampden. Passages from b^s diary, and the testimony of those who knew him, show that Mr. Brown had set before himself an exceedingly high standard of moral and intellectual attainment. [The father's written family record gives date of birth as " Aug. 18, 1816." The inscription on tablet, over the son's grave reads : " Died, Oct. 1, 1835, age 20 years." One or the other is obviously wrong. He un- doubtedly died Oct. 1, 1835.] RICHARD GARLAND COLBY. Son of Colman and Phebe (Garland) Colby, and youngest but one of twelve children of one mother. Born, March, 1812, in Eaton, N. H., his legal residence during college life. Prepared for college at New Hampton Institution, N. H. 1835-86. Principal of Bath Academy, Me. Reared a Universalist, but, while teaching in Bath, adopted the Swedenborgian belief, in which he died. 1836-38. Studied law in Conway, N. H., under direction of Joel Eastman (D. C, 1824), and Mr. Cutler. 1838. Admitted to the bar at Dover, N. H., but, July, opened an office in Lowell, Mass., where he soon gained distinction in his profession. An active and zealous Whig in politics. 1841. Representative in the Massachusetts Legislature, from Lowell. 1842. City Solicitor of Lowell. Died, Oct. 14, 1845, of typhoid fever, in Lowell. Married, Nov. 18, 1839, Miss Emily, daughter of Asa Sartwell, of Claremont, N. H. Children : Mary W., died Oct., 1843. Richard G., born 1843, died 1856. Kate Lamson, born 1845. Mrs. Colby and her surviving daughter, have recently removed from Claremont to Auburn, N. Y. THOMAS HOB ART PERRY. Son of Daniel and Thankful (Hobart) Perry. Born, Aug. 20, 1813, in Abingtou, Mass., where his father still occupies the old homestead, at the age of 87 years. 28 OBITUARY RECORD. His preparatory studies were prosecuted iu the public scliools of his native town, and for a single term, at Weymouth Academy. 1831, Sept. Entered Brown University, w^here he remained till close of first term Junior year. 1834, Spring. Entered at Waterville, second term Junior year, and graduated with the class, Aug. 5, 1835. Engaged in school teaching for a time, after leaving college. 1837, Sept. 29, Having received, at this date, from the naval examiner. Prof. Edw. C. Mead, a certificate in which are these words : "After a strict and careful examination during three days * * * i think it due to state that his acquirements in the higher branches of Mathematics are superior to those of any others who have appeared before me," Mr. Perry received the appointment of Professor of Mathematics in the U. S. Navy. In this capacity, he cruised for seven years, on board the ships Independence, Boston and Constellation, circumnavigating the globe and visiting its most interesting parts. Having strong scientific tastes, he carefully observed the geology of countries visited, ascended volcanoes, explored thoroughly the great crater of Kilauea, on Hawaii, made various collections, from which a valuable donation of shells was sent to the college, constituting the basis of the present cabinet of conehology. 1844. On return to United States, he was for a short time engaged in the Coast Survey, when, tiring of sea life, he resigned his commission. 1845-47. Studied medicine in Philadelphia, and received degree of M. D., from one of the medical colleges of that city. 1847. Removed to St. Louis, Mo., with the intention of practicingas physician. Solicited to preach to the Swedenborgian Society of St. Louis, of which he was a member, he complied, and at the same time taught a private school. Died, May 7, 1849, of cholera, at St. Louis. Married, May 23, 1847, Miss Mary, daughter of Charles Harvey, of Philadelphia. She and her infant child died in St. Louis, June, 1848. ALBERT EREEMAlSr TILTON. Son of Josiah and Sarah (True) Tilton. Born, Oct. 15, 1809, in Deerfield, N". H., his legal residence dui-ing college course. 1826, June. Entered New Hampton Inst., N. H., and completed preparatory course under Rev. B. F. Farnsworth (D. C, 1813), President. 1835-36. Principal of Townshend Academy, Vt. 1836-37. Taught in Boone Co., Kentucky. 1837-41. Principal of Baptist institution, in Franklin, Ind., which, in 1844, became Franklin College. 1841. Ordained as evangelist, at Franklin, and preached for church of Green- wood and Blue River, Ind. 1844. Travelled as Missionary for Indianapolis Association, and for six months supplied Baptist church at Indianapolis. Summer of this year, health failing, returned East. 1844-46. Pastor of church in West Waterville, Me. 1846-49. Supplied churches in Brunswick, Richmond and Leeds, Me. 1849, Returned to Franklin, Ind., and preached for church in Greenwood. Died, Sept. 26, 1850, at Franklin, after a short illness, of bilious fever. Married, Sept. 11, 1837, to Miss Rebecca E., daughter of Daniel Moor, of Waterville, She is now Mrs, A. Drinkwater, of W. Children : Four, of whom two survived him, but have since died. An earnest and devoted instructor and preacher. OBITUARY RECORD. 29 CLASS OF 1836. MOSES BURBANK. Son of Moses T. and Betsey (Church) Burbank. Born, Oct. 2, 1811, in Campton, N. H. Took preparatory course at New Hampton Institution. Entered college with class of 1834, after first term Freshman year. During, or at close of Junior year, left, fell back two years, and joined class of '36 in Spring term Senior year. One of the first scholars of his class. Residence, while in college, given in catalogues as Bangor. 1836-38. Taught at Hampton Falls, N. H. 1838-45. Taught in Kentucky, first in Shelbyville, afterwards atTajiorsville. 1845-54. Taught in Mass., it is believed. For at least the last five years of this period he was Principal of a private school in Newton. 1854-66. Principal of Academy in Ludlow, Vt. 1866, Dec. In connection with a partner, established, at Ludlow, the ^^ Black Biver Gazette,'" of which he became editor. He was a licentiate, and frequently preached. Died, March 11, 1867, from softening of the brain, at Ludlow. Married, Nov. 5, 1839, Miss Nancy A. Barker, of Methuen, Mass., who died in Methuen, Dec. 23, 1848. Aug. 21, 1849, Miss Laura A. Willard, of Newton. Children : Eight. In July, 1868, one son of the first wife was living, and a citizen of Covington, Ky. The last wife and her three surviving children were living in Ludlow. Mr. Burbank was a man of deep and earnest religious character, and, "in an unusual degree, enjoyed the respect and confidence of a large circle of friends." OTIS HACKETT MORRILL. Son of Jonathan Currier and Sarah (Hackett) Morrill. Born, March 7, 1816, in Amesbury, Mass. The family removed to Lowell, and, in 1830, to Water ville, which was their residence as late as 1838. Completed preparatory course at Waterville Academy, under Henry Paine, (class of 1823). 1836-51. Principal of what is now the Bartlett School, in Lowell, Mass., to which ofiice he was elected Dec. 5, 1836, and which, on account of ill health, ho resigned, Apr. 23, 1851. 1851. Engaged in insurance business. Nov. Chosen Representative from Lowell to the State Legislature. Died, June 9, 1852, of consumption, in Lowell. Married, Nov., 1838, Miss Laura Guild, daughter of Nathan Randall, of Ches- terfield, N. H. She is now Mrs. Murdock. Children : Three, of whom two are living. A life of few changes and incidents, but filled up with duties earnestly and faithfully performed. Mr. Morrill was a devoted Christian, and an active member of one of the Baptist churches in Lowell. HALL ROBERTS. Son of Stephen and Deborah (Wentworth) Roberts. Born, Nov. 7, 1813, in Somersworth, N. H. Fitted for college at Academy in South Berwick, Me., which was his residence till Senior year, when it is recorded as Somersworth, N. H. 1833. Entered after first term Freshman, but was present whole of Sophomore and succeeding years. Graduated with Valedictory oration. 1836-43. Principal of Union Academy, Kennebunk, Me. 1843-47. Professor in New Hampton Institution. 1847 — (?) Teacher in High School, Concord, N. H., for several years. 4 30 OBITUAEY RECORD. For some years Secretary of Board of Education of ISTew Hampsliii'e. President of State National Banli, Concord, for several last years, and till close of life. Died, Oct. 13, 1862, from disease of heart, at Concord. Married, Sept. 9, 1841, Mary Jane Curtis, of Kennebunk. No children. A man of high worth and fine abilities. GEORGE ANSON SARGENT. Son of John and Dorothy (Rideout) Sargent, and brother of Svlvanus G. (class of 1834). Born, Dec. 22, 1811, in Methuen, Mass., his residence through college life. Preparatory course pursued at South Reading Academy, under Jolin Stevens (M. C, 1821), afterwards Vice Pres. and Prof. Int. and Mor. Phil., Den. Univ., Ohio; and John Pratt (B. U., 1827), afterwards Prof, and Pres., Den. Univ. 1836-37. Principal of Freedom Academy, Me. 1837-38. Principal of school at Newton Upper Falls, Mass. 1838-40. Taught, till his death, at Salem Grove, near Elizabeth City, N. C. " Successful as a teacher, and greatly beloved and respected by all." Died, Sept. 7, 1840, at Salem Grove," of congestive fever, after a brief illness. Married, July, 1839, at Elizabeth City, N. C, Mrs. Margarette Freshwater. No child. Mrs. Sargent was, at last accounts, living in Salem Grove. WILLIAM SMITH. Son of William and Lois (Mirick) Smith. Born, Feb. 24, 1811, in Princeton, Mass. Fitted for college at Princeton Academy, Mr. Goddard, principal. 1833, Aug. Entered college, as Sophomore. Residence of family, at his eiltrance, Princeton, afterwards, Boston. 1836-39. Student in Newton Theological Institution. 1839-40. Supplied pulpits in Boston, Lexington and Plymouth, Mass., laboring longest in Plymouth. 1840, Sept. Ordained as second pastor of First Baptist Church in Chelsea, Mass. Preached his last sermon seven months after ordination. "A faithful pastor and a devout Christian." Died, July 26, 1841, of consumption, at Chelsea. Buried in Garden Cemetery, Chelsea. He did not marry. CLASS OF 1838. LEVI BEALS HATHAWAY. Son of Shadrach and Susannah (Beals) Hathaway. Born, May, 1810, in Peru, Berkshire Co., Mass. Present through the whole course. A highly respectable scholar. 1838-40. Student at Newton Theol. Institution, through Jun. and Mid. years. 1840, Fall. Supplied pulpit of Baptist Church, in Farmington, Me., till ordi- nation. 1841, June 30. Ordained as pastor, at Farmington, and so continued till about Oct., 1842. 1842-43. After leaving Farmington, preached six months in Pittston. 1843, April 1. From this date, till his death, pastor of Baptist Church in Eock- port, Mass. OBITUARY RECORD. 31 Died, Aug. 1, 1843, of some affection of tlie brain, at Rockport. "It was thought his sickness was caused by grief on account of his wife's death, which seemed to break him down. The doctors could not find any special disease. What there was lay in his head. I?ut a short time before he died, the physician saw no reason why li^ should not recover, and was very much surprised to find him dying." Married, April 12, 1841, Miss Abigail A. Wilson, of Southbridge, Mass. She died, July 26, 1842, aged 26 years. Her only child, Wilson Glazier, died Aug. 6, 1842, aged 21 days. JAMES OLIVER. Son of James and Mary (Cross) Oliver. Born, Sept. 18, 1808, in Salem, Mass., his residence during college course. Received his early education in public schools of Salem. 1829, May 22. Sailed from Salem, for the South Pacific, as sailor before the mast, in ship Glide, Capt. Henry Archer. The voyage was a general one, intended to exchange So. Pacific and East India products before I)eing completed. Sailing past Cape Good Hope, made first port in New Zealand, Sept. 17. In Oct., the ship was disabled by running upon a coral rock, near one of the Fiji Islands, but was repaired, with as- sistance of officers and crew of brig Quill, of Salem. 1830, April. Having, with help from natives, then dangerous and treacherous cannibals, taken in a cargo, chiefly of biche cle la mer {trepang,) the ship sailed for Manilla, and thence, July 17, on return to the Fijis, via Sandwich Islands. 1831, March 22. When nearly loaded again and about to quit finally the Fijis, the Glide was, in a hurricane, driven from her anchorage, and upon a shore reef of coral, projecting from the island of Tacanova, and became a total wreck. The ship's company were, with much dissent, spared by the natives, and after a residence among them of three months at Tacanova, and five at Wallis Island, Mr. Oliver sailed for the Navi- gators' Islands, thence to Honolulu, Valparaiso, Buenos Ayres and home, reaching Salem, July 5, 1833. 1833. Re-entered Salem Latin School, and completed preparation for college, under instruction of Oliver Carlton (D. C, 1824). 1834, Aug. Entered college, and completed full course of four years. 1838-39. Taught school in Maine — place, or places, unknown. 1840, Summer. Removed with his mother to Cambridge, Mass., and the fol- lowing winter, was employed, at Boston, in ofliice of Rev. Joseph B. Felt (D. C, 1813), then engaged in arranging Archives of Mass. 1842. Taught in Concord, Mass. 1844. Taught in Boston, till seized with his last sickness. Died, unmarried, Jan., 1845, of typhoid fever, at his mother's house in Cam- bridge. [In 1844, Mr. Oliver, with the aid of his half-brother, Mr. Wm. G. Dix (H. U., 1845) , prepared for press the larger portion of a narrative of his early adventures, which was partly printed. On Mr. Oliver's decease, the printing was discontinued, but the book was published in 1848 (12mo., pp. 203, Wiley & Putnam, New York). Its title is, "Wreck of the Glide, with Recollections of the Fijis and Wallis Island." From this work— remarkable for concise, terse and graphic description— and recent letters from Mr. Dix, the foregoing notice has been drawn up.] NATHANIEL GILMAN ROGERS. Son of John and (Frances) Gilinan Rogers. Born, Apr. 25, 1818, in Exeter, N. H., his residence till close of college life. His preparatory studies were pursued at Phillips Academy, Exeter. Throughout the college course he ranked as one of the very best scholars of his class. He was an excellent and uncommonly facile linguist. Room mate of Benj. F. Butler, after Freshman year. 1838-40. Principal of Waterville Academy, and daring the same time read law, more or less, with his uncle, Hon, Timo. Boutelle (H. U., 1800). 1840, Nov. 4. Appointed Captain's Clerk, on board U. S. ship Boston, Capt. J. C. Long, and, on the 26th, sailed from New York on a three years' cruise round the world. 32 OBITUARY RECORD. 1842, Feb. 1. Appointed Purser for the same ship. 1843, Aug. 3. Arrived in Boston, on return, and, Aug. 15, his pav ceased. After last date he is thought to have held a clerkship in one of thedepartmeuts, at Washington, but for how long a time is unknown. 1845-47. Taoght in Virginia. 1847. Enlisted in forces raised for Mexican War, and went, in what capacity is unknown, from Virginia to Mexico. Died, summer or fall of 1847, it is believed of camp fever, in Mexico. He was never married. [His brother, John F. Rogers, furnished most of the foregoing facts and dates. He was cashier of Railroad National Bank, Lowell, Mass., and died June 16, 1870, at the age of 50.] ELISHA MADISO]S^ THURSTON. Son of Timothy and Lucy (Hayden) Thurston. Born, March 24, 1810, in Orange county, Vt. Liveil in Vermont until age of 19, engaged chiefly in farming. 1829-31. Lived in Grafton, Mass., which, while in college, he gave as his residence. Commenced preparatory studies in Newton High School, and completed them at South Reading Academy. At graduation he delivered the Salutatory, and Danford Thomas the Vale- dictory. 1838-44. Principal of Charleston Academy, Me., a new school. 1843. Elected Representative to the State Legislature. 1844, Aug. Health failing, he was contined to his bed for nearly a year. 1846 and '47. Member of State Senate, two terms. "He endeavored to secure a general State revision of the common school system, which, by his earnest and persevering efforts, was finallv carried into eti^ct." 1850, '51 and '52. Sec'y of Me. Board of Education.' Residence still at Charles- ton. After 1852, he was for some time laid aside from business by sickness. 1854, Oct. 16. Went West, spent three years in Missouri and Kansas, and shared in the "troubles" of that region and period. 1857, Autumn. Disposed of his property in Me., and removed his ftimily to Manhattan, Kansas. During his residence in Kansas, he practiced law, and had an extensive business. Was Mayor of Manhattan at time of his death. Died, March 17, 1859, of violent hemorrhage of the lungs, at Manhattan. Married, Aug., 1843, Angeline R. Montgomery, She died, Oct. 5, 1858, sud- denly, of typhoid fever, aged 32 years. [Age thus given by dau.] He left four daughters. Three are still living. The two oldest are teachers in Kansas. FREDERIC SLOCUM WILEY. Son of Benjamin B. and Keturah (Green) Wiley. Born, March 18, 1819, in South Reading (now Wakefield), Mass., his home during student life. Prepared for college at South Reading Academy. His rank in scholarship was highly respectable. His graduating oration was regarded as a brilliant performance, subject "Reason and Faith," sug- gested by a passage in Locke on the Understanding. After leaving college he studied law in Philadelphia, with Wm. D. Kelley, now the distinguished M. C. from that city; but he did not enter upon practice. 1845-48. Student in Theological Seminary at Alexandria, Va. 1848, July 13. Ordained Deacon of the Episcopal church, and, in 1849, Presby- ter, at Philadelphia. 1848-49. Assistant to Rev. Benj. C. Cutler, D. D. (B. U., 1822), Rector of St. Ann's Church, Brooklyn, N. Y. 1849, Nov. 4— '50, Nov. Rector of church in Honesdale, Penn. 1850, Nov. 17. From this date was one year stationed at Saratoga, N. Y. 1852, Sept. 5— '55. Rector in Philadelphia. OBITUARY EECOED. * 33 1855, Sept.— '62. Oct. Rector of Christ Church, ISTew York. For a short time, at opening of the war, Chaplain of the gallant 71st Regiment of New York. 1863. Falling health having compelled him to resign his pastorate, he sought to invigorate his debilitated constitution by a visit to Europe. At Paris his disease became alarming, and he hastened to Italy, but only to die. Died, Jan. 20, 1864, at Florence, from disease of the heart, with which he had been afflicted during the whole of his ministerial career. Married, Oct. 23, 1849, Miss Frances M. Pierrepont. He left no children. Mrs. Wiley's residence is at 148 East 35th St., Few York. He refused proflered honorary degrees. "Though favored with large wealth, he was in no sense exclusive or aristo- cratic in his sympathies. * * To the poor he was a devoted friend, and the gloom of many a sick chamber, in obscure streets and alleys, was brightened by liis coming with messages from the Friend of Sinners." CLASS OF 1839. ISAAC CHIPMAN. Son of Rev. William and Mary McGowan (Dickie) Chipman. Born, July 17, 1817, in Cornwallis (township), Nova Scotia, his residence while at Waterville. Prosecuted at Horton, N. S., under tuition of Rev. John Pryor (King's Coll., N. S., 1823), afterwards Pres. of Acadia Coll., and Mr. Edward Blanch- ard, the preparatory studies and those of Freshman and Sophomore years. 1837, Aug. Entered Junior class. An enthusiastic student, and maintained a high rank in scholarship. While in college wrote his name Isaac Logan Chipman, but afterwards dropped the middle name. 1839, Dec. Returned from the States to Nova Scotia. 1840, Jan. Appointed Prof. Math, and Nat. Phil., in Acadia College, establish- ed at Horton, N. S., in 1838. Here he labored with great ardor, perse- verance and success, till his death. Rev. Dr. Cramp (" Centenary of the Ba])tists of Nova Scotia," 1860) says of him : "Among the men [Nov. Scot. Baptists] of our time. Professor Chijiman holds the first place." 1852. June. The Anniversary of Acadia College having occurred on the 4th, Rev. E. D. Very, one of the Board of Governors, and Pastor of the Bap. Church, in Portland suburb, St. John, N. B., proposed an excursion to Cape Blomidon, for the purpose of collecting minerals. Mr. Very preached on Sunday, the 6th; and on the next morning. Prof. Chip- man, Mr. Very, and four students, with two boatmen, set out for the Cape. As they were returning in the P. M., the wind Increased to a gale, the boat was swamped, and all of the party were drowned, except one boatman. This disaster Dr. Cramp styles (Letters on " N. S. Ch. Hist.") : " The greatest calamity that ever befell N. S. Baptists." From the several accounts of Prof. Chipman's life it is inferred that he was never married. Mr. Very was a native of Salem, Mass., a member of the class of 1837, at Wa- terville, and completed the Junior year, then left and graduated at Dart. Coll. This class broke up (only three graduating) by way of protest against the method of assigning parts then in vogue, and figures in the history of this college, much as the " Conscientious Class," of 1835, does in that of Brown University. SAMUEL SAWYER JOHNSON. Son of Andrew and Betsey (Day) Johnson. Born, Oct. 14, 1809, in Ludlow, Vt., which he regarded as his residence till close of life. 34 OBITUARY RECORD. Prepared for college, in part, at the High School in Chester, Vt., but chiefly by private and unaided study. One of the best scholars of an able class, and greatly respected for sound and Christian character. 1839-41. Tutor in college, and discharged the duties of his oflace with fidelity and success. 1841. Sufiering from pulmonary disease, he went South, in the spring of this year, hoping by change of climate to regain his health ; but as it con- tinued steadily to decline, he returned to Vermont in Jan., 1842. Died, March 14, 1842, of consumption, at Ludlow. He was unmarried. DAVID AIKEN RICHARDSON. Son of David and Susan (Cochran) Richardson. Born, Oct. 22, 1809, in Londonderry, Vt., his residence till 1840. His preparatory studies wei-e pursued at Burr Seminaiy, Manchester, Vt., and the Academy in Bennington. " He hoped to be a preacher of the gospel, and at one time thought of a foreign mission. At the close of his collegiate course, an affection of the throat, which had troubled him for several years, forbade continuous speaking, and he was compelled to relinquish the one desire of his heart. His physician thought he might be able to teach in a mild climate, and accordingly he located in the West." 1840-45. Taught a school in Alton, Illinois. 1845. Opened a school in St. Louis, Mo., which became very prosperous, but increasing ill-health compelled him to abandon it, in the summer of '46. 1846. "In obedience to his physician, he made several tours on horseback, in the State of Missouri, but all to no purpose ; health did not return." Yielding to the persuasion of eastern friends, he returned in Oct., to New England. Died, March 10, 1847, of consumption, at the house of his father-in-law, in Bangor, Me. Buried at Mt. Hope Cemetery. Married, July, 1842, Miss Susan Jane, daughter of Dea. Royal Clarke, of Ban- gor, long a trustee of the college. Child: A daughter, who died in the ftiU of 1845. Mrs. Richardson is now liv- ing in Oxford, Me. "He was successful as a teacher, but never ceased to regret his inability to preach. * * * Of a sympathetic and social nature, he was well suited to all the relations of life. * * * Firm in principle, he never swerved. Loving knowledge for its own sake, he eagerly sought it to the close of life." WILLIAM HARRISON THOMPSON. Oldest child of James and Susan (Patterson) Thompson. Born, April 21, 1814, in Starks(?), Me., which was his residence during college life. Fitted for college at Wesleyan Seminaiy, Readfield. While an undergraduate he made a profession of religion, and, 1838, united with the Waterville Cong, ch., in which he made himself highly useful. An active Christian henceforward. 1839, Oct. 18. Sailed from Gardiner, Me., in bark Fairfield, with his younger brother, and classmate, Joshua S., for the South. Nov. 5th, disappoint- ed, at Philadelphia, of a freight for Mobile, the captain accepted a load of coal for Boston, and the brothers were left to shift for themselves. Nov. 13th found Wm. H. installed as Principal of the Academy at Swedes- boro', N. J., where he labored till his death, enjoying, in a marked de- gree the confidence and regard of the community. Soon after establishing himself in N. J., he commenced the study of the law, under direction of Thos. Carpenter, of Woodbury, intending in due time to enter upon the practice of his chosen profession. Died, Aug. 16, 1842, of bilious fever, in Swedesboro', N. J. Married, Aug. 2, 1840, at Swedesboro', Miss Phebe, dau. of Col. E. H. Scribner, of Waterville, Me. Child: Charles G., now in business at Ripon, Wis., his mother residing with him. OBITUARY RECORD, 35 EDWARD WILLIAMS. Son of Seth and Hannah (Waters) Williams. Born, Apr. 27, 1817, in Augusta, Me., his residence till 1841. He was fitted for college at Augusta, in the private school of Rev. John H. Ingraham. After graduating, he spent about two years in Augusta, as a law student in the office of his uncle, Hon. Reuel Williams. 1841. Left Augusta, and went upon a whaling voyage of several years' dura- tion; after his return, took up his residence in New Orleans, where, engaged in various occupations, he remained until his death. Died atNew Orleans, in 1862, probably of consumption, as when last met with by a member of the class of 1840, long resident in that city, he was suffering from lung disease. He did not marry. CLASS OF 1840. MARSHALL SPRING CHASE. Son of Dr. Hall and Hannah McMillan (Spring) Chase. Born, Sept. 2, 1821, in Waterville, Me., where his fiither, who received the hon- orary degree of M. D. from Bowdoin College, in 1822, was a well- known physician for many years, and until his death in 1851. His studies preparatory for college were completed at Phillips Academy, An- dover, Mass. At graduation, he delivered the Salutatory Oration. Studied law with Hon. Timo. Boutelle (H. U., 1800), of Waterville, and Hon. Abraham Sanborn (class of 1828), of Bangor, and attended lectures at Cambridge. 1843. Began professional life in Boston, where he practiced with marked suc- cess for eight years. 1851, Oct. Removed to California, and en;saged in practice at San Francisco. 1859. Transferred his residence to Martinez, Contra Costa Co., and there re- tained it till his death. Throughout the period of his residence in California, he maintained a leading position in his profession. The Alta newspaper, in noticing his death, says, Mr. Chase "was a man of brilliant talent, and possessed of won- derful oratorical power." Died, Jan. 24, 1869, at Martinez, of pneumonia, after an Illness of only a few days. Married, June, 1867, Mrs. Jane Fuller, and left no children. LEBBEUS KINGMAN. Son of Lebbeus and Sally (Morse) Kingman, Born, June 16, 1810, in Waltham, Me., his residence while a student. Engaged in the ministry immediately after leaving college. 1841-42. Pastor of 2d Bap. ch, in Sedgwick (part now Brooklin), where he was ordained, Feb., 1841. 1842-43, Not settled, but supplied churches in Monson, Dover and Foxcroft, Me. 1843-55, Pastor at Guilford, 1845-48. " " Surry. 1848-50. " " No. Bangor (Veazie). 1850-54. " " No. Sedgwick. 1854-58, " " China. 1858-64. " " Dexter. 1864-66. " " New Gloucester. 36 OBITUARY RECORD. 1866, Sept. 3. Health having failed, he removed to Vineland, IsT. J., hoping to derive advantage from its salubrious climate. Here he employed him- self in fruit-raising and horticulture, occasionally preaching till close of life. " He proved himself wise in counsel, and an excellent pastor." Died, Nov. 15, 1869, at Vineland, of bronchial consumption and disease of liver. Married, April 26, 1841, Miss Ruth A. Flye, of Sedgwick (Brooklin), Me. Children : Five sons and two daughters, all living, with the mother, in Vineland. WILLIAM STEPHENS KNAPP. Son of George and Lydia (Stephens) Knapp. Born, Sept. 19, 1812, in Raynliam, Mass. In 1823 the family removed to Fall River, and resided there till after 1840. 1834, Dec. Entered Peirce Academy, Middleboro', Mass., where he was pre- pared for college by Rev. Avery Briggs (B. U., 1816), Professor in Waterville College from its opening till 1828. 1840-42. Student in Newton Theological Institution. 1842-45. Preached in Plainfield, Conn. ; then for the church at Mechanics ville, Conn., and taught in the latter place. 1845, Sept. 11. Ordained as pastor of Baptist church in Bloomfield, Conn. Closed pastorate there Apr. 1, 1847. 1845-50. Preached in Johnstown, N. Y. Taught a select school at Lanesboro', Mass., preaching to destitute churches. 1850-51. Taught in Canaan Centre, N. Y., preaching on alternate Sabbaths for Baptist church of Red Rock (Canaan). Died, Aug. 14, 1851, of dysentery, at Canaan Centre. Married, Nov. 28, 1844, Miss Sarah B., daughter of Judge Isaac Coffin, of Nan- tucket, Mass. Children: Wm. G., died July 29, 1851, aged 3 yrs., 8mos.; Mary E., died Aug. 11, 1851, aged 6 yrs., both of dysentery, leaving widow childless. Mrs. Knapp became wife of Mr. Hiram B. 'Andrews, now resident of Brook- lyn, N. Y. GEORGE KNOX. Son of Ebenezer and Sarah L. (Dorsett) Knox. Born, Oct. 24, 1816, in Saco, Me. The father died during the infancy of George, and the family removed to Portland, which was his residence till close of student life. 1831, Aug. 21. Received for membership by the First Baptist church in Port- land, he was, on this date, baptized by Lemuel Porter (class of 1834), then spending with the church the vacation at close of his Freshman year. With ministry in view, he was fitted for college at North Yarmouth Academy. 1839-40. Having completed the Junior year, without absence, he was forced to spend the greater part of his Senior year in teaching at Natchez, Miss., in order that he might obtain means to graduate with his class. 1840-41. Spent a few months in study at Newton Theological Institution. 1841-45. Pastor of Baptist church in Topsham, where he was ordained, Dec, 1841. 1845-47. Pastor at Cornish. 1847-60. Pastor of the Baptist church in Lewiston, which he gathered. 1858. Chosen Trustee of the College, and served on the Board till his decease. 1860-61. Pastor of Main St. Baptist church, Brunswick. 1861, Spring. Commissioned Chaplain of the 1st. Reg., Me. Volunteers. At the end of its three months of enlistment, he was chosen Chaplain of the 10th Me., made up chiefly of the officers and men of the 1st, and with them shared two years of arduous service. 1863. The 10th having been mustered out, he became pastor of the Baptist church in Lawrence, Mass. 1864. The 29th Me., comprising many members of the 10th, besought Mr. Knox to accept the chaplaincy of the Reg., and for months refused any substitute for him. At length, yielding to importunity, he resigned his pastoral charge. OBITUARY RECORD. SI 1864, Oct. 18th. Joined his Regiment in Virginia. 19th. Present at battle of Cedar Creek, changed by opportune ar- rival of Gen. Sheridan from a disastrous defeat into a brilliant victory. 30th. Held Sabbath services, and preached an earnest discourse. 31st. While mounting for a ride, his horse reared and fell back- wards upon him, and he received injuries from which he died in a few hours. Married, Jan. 11, 1842, Miss Acsah, daughter of Samuel Dunnell, of Buxton. She died, Aug. '46. Feb. 21, 1847, Miss Sarah M., daughter of Wm. Barron, of Topsham. Children : Six, of whom five, with Mrs. Knox, survive. Mr. Knox was eminently a Christian gentleman. Faithful, earnest, of rare suavity of manners, and of fine person, few men more quickly won the love and confidence of his fellows, orlouger retained them. THOMAS RAINSFORD. Son of Josiah Collins and Sarah (Chittenden) Rainsford. Born, April 25, 1815, in Boston, Mass., his residence while in college. The father was a member of Dr. Stillman's (First Bap.) church, Boston, and, probably, one of the founders of Dr. Baldwin's, of which he was dea- con. From about 1821, the family lived a few years in So. Abington, but returned to Boston. The son was prepared for college at Derby Academy, Hingham, Mass. 1832. Entered Brown University, but left the same year, from circumstances consequent upon death of his father. 1836, May. Entered at Waterville, third term Freshman year. 1838, Aug. Having completed the Junior year, he was absent from college one year, for the benefit of his health. " He was never well, having inher- ited consumption fi'om his mother," who, as well as his only brother, had already died of that disease. 1839, Sept. Joined class of 1840, and graduated with it. Abundant testimony exists that he was a man of capacity and wide range of information, but it is certain that, from feeble health and strange and desultory habits, he failed to accomplish in college what his talents promised. 1840-41. After graduating, taught in Maine a short time as private tutor, and, in the winter, as Assistant in the Normal School at So. Bridge- water, Mass. 1841. Convinced that only residence in a milder climate could prolong his life, he removed before close of year to Alabama. 1842-43. Taught as private tutor in vicinity of Montgomery. 1843-44. Principal of Academy in Benton, Lowndes Co., Ala., and continued to teach up to some three weeks before his death. Subsequently to graduation he privately studied with reference to entering Swe- denborgian ministry, having joined, before entering college, a church of that faith, in No. Bridgewater, Mass. Died, unmarried, July, 1844, of consumption, at Benton, Ala. WILDER BROWN START. Son of Ebenezer and Betsey (Mansfield) Start. Born, Jan. 16, 1815, in Camden, Me., his only place of residence. His liither was a highly respected deacon of the Cong, church, in Camden. The son was prepared for college, probably at Wesleyan Seminary, Readfield. 1840. On graduating, he entered Bangor Theol. Sem., where he studied for two yeai's. VVhile at Bangor he became a Millerite, gave himself up to his delusion, and went preaching it with extravagant zeal from town to town. Though he was not commonly regarded as insane, his case was clearly one of monomania. Died, Mar. 13, 1846, of consumption, in Camden, the last of a family of six children, all of whom died young, of that disease. He was unmarried. 38 OBITUARY RECORD. CLASS OF 1841. THOMAS MERRILL. Son of Jonathan and Sarab (Benson) Merrill. Born, May 19, 1814, in Newbury, Mass., his residence while he was a student. Preparatory course tal^en at Piiillips Academy, Audover. 1841-44. Student in Newton Theol. Institution. 1844-46. For a time, resident graduate at Newton. Summer of '45, supplied Bap. church, Eastport, Me. At other times supplied other churches. 1846-47. Pastor of Bap. church in Baring, Me., where he was ordained. Mar., 1846. 1847-49. Obliged, from ill health, to relinquish ministry, he engaged in trade in Ncwburyport, Mass. 1849, Feb. 2. Sailed for California, hoping that change of climate might benefit his health. He was long detained on the Isthmus, grew very sick, and barely lived to reach his destination. Died, Oct. 24, 1849, at Sacramento, Cal., of dysentery. He did not marry. •' Mr. Merrill was naturally quiet and retiring, a strong thinker, and of consid- erable originality. With firmer health, and length of days, he would have accomplished much for the good of men." [He had a middle name, but dropped it after entering college.] WILLIAM WEBBER WOODBURY. Son of Joseph and Lavinia (Webber) Woodbury. Born, Sept. 18, 1815, in Ludlow, Vt. The family removed, in 1817, to Cavendish, and, in 1830, to Acworth, N. H., which was his legal residence during the college course. 1835. Began, in late autumn, to fit for college at New Hampton Inst., where he studied for two terms ; and coming to Waterville, fall of 1836, recit- ed to his elder brother Joseph (class of 1839), completing preparatory course, except a final term at Waterville Academy. 1837, Aug. Entered Freshman, and completed Junior year, taking rank as first scholar of his class. From want of means, he left college, engaged in teaching at Augusta, and did not graduate. After some years, as a testimony to distinguished merit, the degrees were conferred by act of Trustees", and his name added to the catalogue. 1840-43. Principal of the Augusta High School. 1843-48. Principal of the Bath High School. 1848-56. Principal of Conn. Lit. Inst., Suffield, till his death. Died, March 18, 1856, at Suffield, Conn., of lung fever, after a short illness. Married, Nov. 14, 1841, Miss Climena, daughter of Elisha Hallett, of Augusta. Children : Three sons and one daughter. The oldest son served in defence of his country from the beginning of the late war till May, 1864, when he was dangerously wounded, and recovered only after months of suffer- ing. The second was lost at sea, Dec, 1869. Mrs. W. and her three surviving children now live in Augusta. [The writer of these notices, Mr. Woodbury's pupil one year, and his associate in teaching four, would feel himself to be delinquent, were he not to add to this bare outline of a life " great in duty well performed," some sketch of the admirable instructor. To scholarship not of the widest, but of sufficient range, and of exceeding ac- curacy, were joined, in Mr. Woodbury, absolute self-control, keen pen- etration, tact in management, decision in enforcing law, indefatigable industry, and single-hearted and entire devotion to his work. In other words, besides sound learning, he possessed the executive qualities in high degree. His power to educate, in the etymological sense, was re- markable. If there was anything in his pupil, he was sure to draw it out. If there was solid material in the recipient of his instructions, he scored him with a deep and abiding mark. The aim in all his efforts was perfection. He was never stereotyped, but ever fresh and pro- gressive, and the observing member of his school found himself sur- OBITUARY RECORD. 39 prised bj' frequent improvements in means and methods that had seem- ed matchless before. No one who never experienced it can understand the magic of his simple presence in the school room. The fellow-teach- er of twenty-five felt it no less, and appreciated it far more, than the school boy of fifteen. And though so many years have passed since his labor was ended, the memory of their revered master is fresh as ever in the minds of his former pupils, and such words as these may still be heard from graduates of the best colleges in the land : " To Mr. Woodbury, more than to all other teachers, am I indebted." Yet to those who knew this rare edu- cator the thought is a sad one, that for the time to come no fitting rec- ord of his work and worth will be left behind. Therefore is it that, — trifling substitute for the volume that should be written — these words have been penned for these fugitive pages.] Joseph Franklin, the brother referred to above, born in 1811, completed the second term Junior year, with high rank in scholarship. On account of failure of health, he then left and went to Georgia, became a physi- cian, and afterwards an apothecary, in Atlanta, where he still resides. This was the last class that graduated under the old system of assigning parts, the first scholar taking the Valedictory oration, the second having the Salutatory. CLASS OF 1842. SAMUEL STANLEY FULLERTON. Son of William and Meribah (Stanley) FuUerton. Born, Sept. 14, 1811, in Wolfsborough, N. H. Fitted for college at Parsonsfield Academy, Me., under Hosea Quimby (class of 1832). 1839. Entered college at opening of spring term, Freshman year. Legal residence, while a member, Sandwich, N. H. During course, his health was feeble, and he had one attack of hemorrhage of the lungs. He was a diligent student, a member of the Free-will Baptist denomination, had the ministry in view, and, while prosecuting his studies, often preached to destitute churches. After graduation, he engaged in teaching, in Wilmington, Mass. Died, Apr. 19, 1843, of quick consumption, at Dracut, Mass. Was not married. MOSES HANSCOM. Son of Moses and Esther (Hall) Hanscom. Born, July 19, 1824, in Farmington, Me. 1838. Family removed to Waterville, still their residence. Prepared for college at Parsonsfield Academy, Hosea Quimby (class of 1832), Principal. 1842. After leaving college, his health failed*. Went South, for change of climate, and taught, one year, in Raleigh, N. C. 1844-50 (about). In trade at Lowell, Mass., till obliged, by ill-health, to quit business. 1850-52. An invalid, at his father's house in Waterville. 1852, Dec. 24. Left for California. "Prospected," for a time, in the gold re- gions : then settled in Marysville, as a Photographic Artist, and, says a Marysville newspaper, "for ten years did brave battle with that deadly foe, consumption, succumbing at last from sheer exhaustion, being on the street only three days before his death." 40 OBITUARY RECORD. Died, Apr. 20, 1863, of cousumption, at Marysvillc, Cal. Married, Aug. 7, 1846, Miss Artie Ricliardson of Lowell. She died, Oct. 31, 1849. Child : Artie, born May 14, 1847, drowned, at West Waterville, June 8, 1864. CLASS OF 1843. ZACHARIAH BOODY CAVERLY. Son of Rev. John and Nancy (French) Caverly, Born, March 18. 1822, in Strafford, N. H., his residence while a student. Fitted for college, at Strafford, under David Dickey (D. C, 1835), and Rev. Mr. Burbank. 1843-46. Read law in office of his uncle, Robert Boody Caverly, of Lowell, Mass. 1847-53. Practiced law, in Lowell, with reputation and success. 1853, Aug. 23. Sailed for South America. Landing at Para, Brazil, he thence ascended the Amazon, crossed the Andes, and at length took up his residence at Lima, Peru, where he remained till Feb., 1860, under ap- pointments, by Presidents Pierce and Buchanan, to the office of Secre- tary of U. S. Legation. 1860, Feb. 'Returned to U. S., and made his residence in Washington, D. C, until, on account of failing health, he went, Apr., 1862, to Beaufort, S. C. Died, May 24, 1862, of pulmonary cousumption, at Beaufort. Married, Nov. 13, 1856, Miss Rebecca Marquand, daughter of Hon. Nathan Crosby, of Lowell. Children : Amy and Cecil, now with their mother, in Lowell. SAMUEL PHILBRICK. Son of John R. and Hannah (White) Philbrick. Born, March 6, 1823, in Waterviile, Me., his only residence. Completed preparatory studies under Thomas Q. Kimball (B. C, 1838), at Waterviile "Liberal Institute." He was, throughout his collegiate course, in feeble health, and unequal to great exertion. Possessed of a clear mind, excellent sense, taste for science and facility in acquiring language, he was amiable and upright, and greatly beloved by his associates. After graduating, he fell immediately into a decline. Died, unmarried, Aug. 16, 1844, of consumption, at his father's house in Waterviile. CLASS OF 1844. CHARLES COBURN. Son of Eleazer and Mary (Weston) Coburn. Born, March 5, 1822, in Bloomfield (now included in Skowhegan), his residence till close of life. His father was an early benefactor of the college, and a trustee from 1836 till his death in 1845, OBITUARY RECOED. 41 Fitted for college at Waterville Academy, Nath'l G. Rogers (class of 1838), Principal. 1843-44. Spent winter at Washington, D. C. One of the best scholars of a class that comprised an unusual number of able. ambitious and laborious students. Died, unmarried, Oct. 30, 1844, of lung fever, in Bloomfield. He was brother of Stephen (class of 1839), Alonzo and Samuel (class of 1841), and of Abner, recently Governor of Maine. JOHE^ REED GREEFOUGH. Son of John Reed and Elizabeth (Hall) Greenough. Born, July 21, 1824, in Clinton, Me. The family removed to Bangor, which was their home during the son's college course. He studied, in preparation for college, at Bangor High School. 1844-47. Student in Bangor Theological Seminary. 1847, Aug. 21. Ordained as pastor of Baptist church in Oldtown, which rela- tion he held about one year, when health failed, and he left the ministry. 1848-52. Employed in office of Clerk of Courts, Bangor, so long as health permitted. Died, July 10, 1853, at Bangor, of consumption, after a sickness of "two or three years." Confined to house for last year. Married, Sept. 20, 1847, Justina C, daughter of Nicholas Chesley, of Bangor. She survived her husband, but has since died. Child : John Chesley, born March 26, 1850, and now living in Stillwater. Minnesota. LORENZO DOW ROYCE. Second sou of Andrew and Deborah (Sanborn) Royce. Born, Oct. 5, 1820, in Sharon, Yt. After the death of his father and brother (both died Sept., 1832,) he removed with his mother and sister to Unity, N. H., and thence, in 1835, to Claremont, N. H., which was the mother's home till 1845, and the son's legal residence while in college. Prosecuted preparatory studies in Claremont High School, and under private tuition. [The family having become extinct, the facts and dates of his early life have been ascertained with great difficulty.] 1841, Feb. Entered college at opening of second term, Freshman year. Having the ministry in view, he aimed to make himself a critical student of the Scriptures in their original tongues. Hence, while he took high rank in all the studies of the course, he was confessedly the foremost "Grecian"' of the time, in college. 1844-47. Student in Newton Theological Institution, and, it is understood, gave himself to Hebrew and Greek with equal ardor. 1847-48. On leaving Newton, his health was so much impaired by over-work that he was obliged to rest. Remained with his mother, then living in Maiden, where, in Newburyport and other places, he occasionally preached. 1848, Oct. 17. Ordained as pastor of the 2d Baptist church in Thomaston, Me. Here he labored with characteristic power, earnestness and de- termination, exerting every faculty to its utmost. In the winter of 1849-50, while on exchange with a neighboring minister, he took a severe cold, which his system, impaired in vigor, was unable to throw off. Reluctantly, when he could no longer preach, he withdrcAV to his mother's home in Maiden, to rest and recover from his "cold." One who was present at his death, says : "His decline, though not apparent, was extremely rapid, and his decease, at last, very sudden and unex- pected." Died, Sept. 3, 1850, of consumption, in Maiden, at the age of 30 years. He was not married. Had Mr. Royce's life been prolonged, his strength, industry, pei'sistency and enthusiasm must have won for him distinction. 42 OBITUARY RECORD. GEORGE WOODBRIDGE STICKNEY. Son of George and Mary ISTorth (Stackpole) Stickney. Born, March 20. 1826, in Clinton (part now Benton)", Me. Both parents died in his childhood, and he was reared in the family of his grandfather and uncle, James Stackpole, Sr., and Jr., in Water ville, which was the home of his college days. Prepared for entrance at Wat. Acad., by several teachers, completing fit in the Liberal Institute, under Thos. G. Kimball (B. C, 1838). 1843, May 21. Received, by baptism, to membership in Baptist Church, Water- ville. 1844-46. Student at Newton Theological Institution through Junior and Mid- dle years. Left on account of failure of health, and gave himself to efl^"orts for its restoration. 1846-47. Preached, through winter, for Baptist Church in Camden, Me. 1847, Summer. Made a sea voyage along the coast, southward, for health. Dec. Returned to Camden, where he was ordained as pastor, Feb., '48, and so continued till Nov., following. 1848, Nov. From this date, he was sick, chiefly at home in Waterville. Died, Oct. 15, 1850, in Waterville, of diabetes. Married, May 10, 1848, Miss Harriet S. Marston, of Waterville. She is now wife of Rev. Abraham Snyder of Ohio. In college, as afterwards, Mr. Stickney especiallv distinguished himself as a writer, evincing stren,^th, originality and raciness beyond his years. His endowments of mind and character promised usefulness and emi- nence in the ministry. CLASS OF 1845. CHARLES GREEN HANSCOM. Son of Oliver and Ruth (Rich) Hanscom. Born, May 13, 1824, in China, Me., the residence of the family through the son's undergraduate course. Fitted for college at China Academy, chiefly by Henry Paine (class of 1823). After graduating, taught for about a year, and then completed, with his uncle Jabez C, Woodman (B. C, 1822), of Portland, legal studies elsewhere begun, and was admitted to the Cumberland bar. 1847-50. Practiced law in Wisconsin, first at Potosi, afterwards at Oshkosh. 1850-51. Spent a year in Central America. 1851-63. In practice of his profession at La Crosse, Wis. 1863. Spent in Colorado. Member of Territorial Legislature. 1864, May. Left La Crosse, his residence, in company with a brother and oth- ers, on an expedition to Idaho. July 14. The party, increased during their march of 300 miles to a band of 80 men and some 30 women and children, had encamped for the night, when about 25 well mounted Sioux made a dash upon them, and quickly disappeared. Mr. Hanscom had just gone over a hill a few rods to theViver, for the purpose of watering his mules. Some of the company heard the report of a gun, and seizing their arms, ran to the river, just in time to see the Indians making off with the mules. Mr. Hanscom, unwilling to relinquish his property, had offered some resist- ance and been shot through the head and instantly killed. His energy, self-reliance, cheerful and ready wit, and love of adventure, quali- fied him admirably for pioneer life, and secured him an easy ascend- ency over the the class of men with whom he met in his wanderings. Married, Oct. 19, 1853, Miss Annie J., dau. of Abraham W. Anderson (M. D., B. C, 1829), Mrs. Hanscom and her two daughters wei-e, in 1865, resi- ident at La Crosse. OBITUARY RECORD. 43 HOBBS HATCH. p]klest son of Elisha and Elizabeth (Hobbs) Hatcb. Born, Dec. 25, 1819, in Wells, his only residence. Pursued the preparatory and Freshman studies under Hall Roberts (class of 1836), at Union Academy, Kennebunk, Me. Entered at beginning of Sophomore year, and completed course. After graduating he returned to his father's, and was about to take charge of Elliot Academy, when he was taken sick. Died, unmarried, Dec. 2, 1845, at AVells, of typhoid fever, after an illness of six weeks. He was a young man of blameless character, a faithful student, and struggled hard to obtain an education. AUGUSTUS PULLE:sr. Son of Larnard and Mary (Cowan) Pullen. Born, Aug. 9, 1824, in Augusta, Me. Prepared tor college principally under Henry Paine (class of 1823), at China Academy. During the son's collegiate course, the family residence was, for the first two years, at China, the last two in Waterville. 1845-46. Principal of High School and Academy, at Newport, Me. 1846-47. Principal of Academy in Williamston, Martin Co., N. C. 1847-48. Student at Newton Theological Institution. 1848-49. Taught in Newport and Union, Me. 1849-50. Preached at Union six months, and subsequently three months at Frankfort, under direction of Baptist Board of Dom. Miss. He did not receive ordination. Died, Aug. 31, 1850, very suddenly, at Oldtown, Me., where he was on an ex- change with Rev. Lewis Barrows (class of 1839). He did not marry. JONATHAN VAN WAGENEN. Son of Benjamin and Catharine (Dubois) Yan Wagenen. Born, Mar. 4, 1828, at New Paltz, Ulster Co., N. Y. He was descended on the paternal side from Holland ancestry, and on the ma- ternal was of Huguenot stock. His father was a highly respected citi- zen. His grandfather, Jona. Dubois, was County Judge, and mem- ber of the Convention that framed for the State of New York the Con- stitution of 1846. Prepared for college at New Paltz Acad., under the tuition of Eliphaz Fay (B. U-, 1821), and came with him to Waterville, Aug., 1841, when Mr. Fay assumed the Presidency of the college. At the same time came Wm. Henry Van Der Burgh, of Pleasant Valley, Duchess Co.. N. Y., a member of this class, who at close of Sophomore year relinquished course, and never graduated- Mr. Van Wagenen possessed strong literary tastes, and was regarded among his fellow students as a fine writer. Several of his shorter poems were published in various papers, and were thought to evince consid- erable poetic talent. He was a lover of books and showed great discrimination in his choice of them. 1845-46. Assisted Sidney Keith (class of 1844), in Vt. Lit. and Sci. Inst., at Brandon. Subsequently taught at Macon, Noxubee Co., Miss., and Columbus, Lowndes Co. For a time, preached to a Baptist Church in Shiloh, Miss., and elsewhere, but was never ordained. Health failing, he gave up work as an instructor and preacher, and became a telegraph operator, first at Cape Girardeau, 111., whence he removed to Smithland, Ky., and there continued in the same occupation till his death. Died, 4 [?] March, 1852, of consumption, at Smithland. He was never married- 44 OBITUARY RECORD. CLASS OF 1846. HUGH DEMPSEY. Born, August, 1816, in the city of Londonderry, Ireland. Tlie names of his parents are unknown. His father engaged in a land specula- tion, and losing all he had, sank into a decline, and died when the son was about fourteen years of age. The family were Catholics. A few years later, Hugh emigrated to America, settled in Woodstock, Conn., and learned the shoe-maker's trade, at which he worked for some years. Having become a convert to the Protestant faith, lie united with the Baptists. After a time, with the ministry in view, he began and completed the studies preparatory for college, at Conn. Lit. Inst., Suffield. 1842, Sept. Entered college, and was present with his class every term of the course. 1846-49. Student at Newton Theological Institution. 1849-52. Travelled as Colporteur in Maine, preaching to destitute churches. 1852, Oct. Engaged by Bap. church in Jay, Me., to supply their pulpit for one year. 1853, June 28. Ordained as pastor of the church in Jay, which relation lie held with honor to himself, and with protit to the people, until his death. He was a good man, and emphatically a peace-maker. 1859, May 2. Went to Fairfield to transact business relating to property which he owned in that vicinity. May 11. Having finished his business, he started for home, but his horse from some cause becoming unmanageable, he jumped from the wagon, and received an internal injury from which he seems to have died in a few minutes. Found dead by the road-side. His remains were inter- red at Norridgewock. Married, Aug. 30, 1847, Miss Maria W., daughter of Heber Wheeler of Nor- ridgewock. He left three sons and one daughter. The eldest son died at the age of 15. Mrs. Dempsey afterwards became the wife of Mr. Daniel Gross, now of Auburn, Me. [Note must be made of one member of this class who did not live to graduate. John Waterman Harris was son of Dea. Thomas J. Harris. He was born in Straftbrd, Vt., Nov. 5, 1826, but early removed with his parents to Claremoiit, N. H., where his father still resides. He pursued the usual pre- paratory studies under the able tuition of Cyrus S. Richards (D. C, 1835), Principal, to the present time, of Kimball Union Academy, Merideu, N. H. Young Harris entered college, Feb., 1843, at the opening of" the second term. Freshman year. He brought with him an eager love of knowledge. He was an earnest student in all departments, but exhibited in the study of language remarkable power and fticility. The Greek was the object of his passionate pur- suit. His ardor became a consuming fire tliat devoured all before it, — even himself. In spite of all efforts on the part of faculty, fellow students, and relatives, and notwithstanding his own forebodings, noted in his diary, and his intelli- gent understanding of the laws of his physical system, he yet persisted in study so intense and prolonged, that health was soon lost beyond recovery. Under the supervision of Prof. Champlin, he undertook and completed an edition of T. K. Arnold's " Introduction to Greek Prose Composition," with notes and references to Kuhner's grammar. Late in May, 1845, near the close of his Junior year, he was forced by the progress of disease to break oflF his college course and leave for home, — to die. On his way he stopped in Boston long enough to read the proof of his book, then passing through the press ; and he had the satisfaction to receive finished copies of it before his death. He was a young man not only of high intellectual promise, but of as marked moral qualities. His attachments, too, partook of the warmth of his nature. His parting from college and instructors was a rending asunder of strong bands. After he reached home, his malady made steady and ftital progress. He died, at his father's house, in Claremont, Feb. 8tli, 1846, of consumption, at the early age of 19 years and 9 months. In the words of his father: " His death was marvellously calm, peaceful and triumphant." His knowledge of the Greek, it is believed, has had no iiarallel among the undergraduates of this College.] OBITUARY RECORD. 45 CLASS OF 1847. GILBERT LAFAYETTE PALMER. Son of David P. and Mary (Wentworth) Palmer. Born, Feb. 25, 1825, at Athens, Me., his only residence. Prosecuted preparatory and Freshman studies at Bloorafield and Foxcroft Academies. 1844, Sept. Entered at opening of first term Sophomore year. He was one of the best scholars of an able and laborious class, and very ready and accurate in recitation. AVell read in some departments of English lit- erature, and especially fond of, and familiar with, the speeches and writings of Edmund Burke. 1847-49. Studied law, at Athens, under Eben'r Hutchinson (class of 1824). 1849-58. Admitted to the bar, he immediately commenced practice in Athens, and so continued till his death. 1852-55. Postmaster at Athens. Died, March 14, 1858, at Athens, of consumption. He had been in poor health some five years previous to his death, and during this time often bled profusely from the lungs. Having attended Dec. term of court, at Nor- ridgewock, he was confined to his house until his death. Married, May 25, 1851, Miss Abby S. Hight, of Athens. Child: Guslavus Lafayette, born 1852, at present living at Bangor with his mother, now Mrs. A. H. Cook. THOMAS MILTON SYMONDS. Son of Eben D. Symonds. Born, March 18, 1821, in Reading, Mass., his residence till close of student life. At age of 17 made profession oif religion, and united with Salem St. Baptist Church, Reading. Was fitted for college at the Worcester County High School, Mass. In college, a most diligent and exemplary student. 1847-50. Student in Newton Theological Institution. 1850, Nov. 6. Ordained as Home Missionary, at Salem St. Church, Reading. Sermon by R. E. Pattison, D. D., then Prof, at Newton. 1850-51. From Sept. 1, to April 30, taught and preached at Rock (Middleboro'), Mass. 1851, May 21. Settled at Green Bay, Wisconsin, and became pastor of a Bap- tist church, there organized on Sept. 11. Died, July 4, 1852, of tyi)hoid fever, at Green Bay. Married, April 30, 1851, Miss Maria, daughter of Lendal P. Morton, of Rock, Mass. She is now wife of Rev. E. C. Mitchell (class of 1849), Prof. Sac. Lit., Shurtleff Coll., HI. "He was a man of remarkable tenderness of conscience, of devoted piety, of deep humility, of constant prayer, and strong faith." [J. A. AUGUSTUS EBENEZER TRAFTON. Son of Dr. Charles and Elizabeth (Nowell) Trafton, and brother of Charles T. (class of 1843). The father was a Trustee of the College from 1840 to 1851. Died July 4, 1855. The son was born Oct. 24, 1827, at South Berwick, Me., his residence till graduation. Prepared for college at the Academy in Kennebunk, Hall Roberts (class of 1836), Principal. While a member of college, he was irreproachable in habits and conduct, and manifested a most amiable disposition. After graduating, he settled at Great Falls, N. H., in the business of a druggist. Died, July 20, 1852, of consumption, at his father's house in So. Berwick. Married, Dec. 4. 1851, Miss Amelia Shackford, of Berwick. 46 OBITUARY RECORD. CLASS OF 1848. JACOB SMITH MARSHALL. Son of Hon. Alfred and Lvdia (Brackett) Marshall. The father was M. C, 1841-43, Collector of Customs at Belfast, 1846-49, and for some j'ears General of Militia. The son was born May 26, 1828, in China, Me., the residence of the family to the present time, except three years spent at Belfast. Fitted for college at China Academy, under Henry Paine (class of 1823), and John B. Foster (class of 1843), Principals. After g^raduation, he engaged in trade with his father, at China. Postmaster of China for a time. Died, Aug. 21, 1860, very suddenly, of congestion of the brain, in China. Hav- ing dined in his usual health, he lay down upon a lounge, and in a few minutes died. He did not marry. WILLIAM NELSON TITUS. Son of David and Rhoda (Rounds) Titus. Born, Oct. 27, 1823, at Monmouth, Me., his residence while member of college. Took preparatory course at Monmouth Academy, under Nath'l T. True (M. D., B. C, 1846). 1848-51. After leaving college, studied law under direction of Ezra Abbot (B. C, 1830), of Richmond. Me., and Seth May, of Winthrop, teaching at times, meanwhile. 1851. Admitted to Kennebec bar. 1852. Opened office in Alna, and practiced law there till a few weeks before his death. Died, July 20, 1854, of consumi)tion, at his father's house in Monmouth. Married, Sept., 1853, in New York City, to Miss Martha J., daughter of Jere- miah Jewett, of Alna, Me. A son was born, Jan. 12, 1855. The widow lives in Alna. CLASS OF 1849. THOMAS FLINT BARTON. Eldest son of Crosby and Sybil Ware (Patten) Barton. Born, Dec. 15, 1825, in Sidney, Me._, his residence till graduation. Prepared for college chiefly at the district school in his father's neighborhood. In scholarship, he was one of the first of a class that "marked" very high. He excelled in all the studies of the course, but had special love and aptitude for the classics. 1849-52. Studied medicine with N. R. Boutelle (M. D., Jeflf. Med. Coll., 1847), of Waterville, and Dr. Asa Danforth of Norway, attending one course of medical lectures at Dart. Coll., and a second at Jeff. Med. Coll., Philadelphia, where he received degree of M. D., March 6, 1852. 1852, Aug. — '65. Settled in highly successful practice, at Jefferson, Me. 1865, Jan. Removed to Oldtown, and there continued practice of his profes- sion, till prostrated by his last sickness. Died, Feb. 7, 1867, at Oldtown, of consumption, inherited from his mother, who, as well as three of her four children, died of that disease. Through college life and his subsequent years, he was so delicate in health that only by the most judicious self-managemenr, was he able to do his daily duties, which were, however, always performed with the most scrupulous exactness and fidelity. OBITUARY EECORD. 4t Married, Nov. 24, 1859, Miss Mary A., daughter of Hon. Henry Richardson, of Oldtown, Me. Children : Henry Crosby, born Sept., 1860. Kittie, born Au.s., 1862; died, Nov., 1864. Mrs. Barton was married, Nov., 1869, to Mr. E. R. Alford, of Oldtown. Dr. Barton's mind was clear, comprehensive and well-balanced. He was one of the most thoroughly honest and pure of men. Equally sound in head and heart, his character was read intuitively. The high esteem accorded to his quiet, unobtrusive nature, was tlie spontaneous tribute to solid worth. Feeble as lie was in body, he kept up his youthful studies, purely from the love of them. Year by year he read the Latin authors, and the Greek Testament was his daily companion. HENRY SMITH DOWNS. Son of Dea. James and Anna (Meader) Downs. Born, Feb. 19, 1822, in Alfred, Me. In Dec. of the same year, the family re- moved to Mercer, which was his legal residence till close of student life. Was fitted for college at Bloomfield Academy, chiefly by Stephen Coburn (class of 1839). He was a good scholar, and maintained a high Christian character throughout his course. 1849-52. Student at Bangor Theol. Seminary. 1852, Sept. 29. Ordained, and installed as pastor of the Cong, church in Nor- ridgewock, and held this, his only pastorate, till he was, on account of failing liealth, dismissed, July, 1858. 1859, March. Removed to Auburn, where, an invalid, he resided till his de- cease. Died, Nov. 25, 1860, at Auburn, of pulmonary consumption. Married, Feb. 4, 1853, Miss Caroline W., daughter of John Stockbridge of B}'^- ron. Me. Children : Two sons, both of whom died before their father. Mrs. Downs was married, a few years since, to Mr. Strout of Auburn. Au able, earnest and successful preacher. WILLIAM HOIT HUMPHREY. Sixth son of Benjamin and Mary C. (Rice) Humphrey. Born, Dec. 2, 1823, in North Yarmouth, Me., his residence while a student. Pursued preparatory studies at North Yarmouth Academy, under instruction of Allen H. Weld (Y. C, 1834). In college, Mr. Humphrey maintained high standing in scholarshii) and character. 1850-52. Student at Newton Theological Institution, but did not complete course. 1852, Aug. 15. Began to preach with Baptist church in Richmond, Me., but was not ordained as its pastor till March 1, 1854. At close of six years of successful labor here, he resigned his pastorate, Aug. 1, 1858. 1858, Oct. 24. Entered upon labors as pastor of Granville St. Baptist church, Halifax, N. S. 1862, Apr. Forced by disease of throat and lungs to suspend pulpit labor alto- gether, contrary to the earnest remonstrances of his people, he resigned his pastorate in Halifax, and, June, removed to Minn., for change of climate. Sept. 1. Finding his health greatly improved, he accepted the place of Superintendent of schools of Minneapolis, and that of Principal of the High School. 1863, Oct. 1. Became pastor of church in Hastings, Minn., and labored, as elsewhere, with abundant success. At close of second year, failing health prompted him to tender his resignation, which was not accept- ed, and his pastorate closed only with his life. Died, Dec. 6, 1865, of consumption, at Hastings. Married, July 8, 1852, Miss Emma D., daughter of Nehemiah Getchell, of Waterville. He left four children. Mrs. Humphrey became, in 1869, wife of Dea. J. F. Marsters, of St. John, N. B. 48 OBITUARY RECORD. ALBION P ARRIS OAKES. Son of William and Mary (Weymouth) Oakes, and brother of Abner (class of 1847). Born, Aug. 14, 1824, in Sangerville, Me., his residence till graduation. Prepared for college at Foxcroft Academy. As a scholar, took high standing in the Mathematics. After leaving college, he was for a time Principal of Academy at Waluoboro', Me." Studied law at Waterville, with Timo. Boutelle (H. U., 1800), and in Waldo- boro', with John H. Kennedy. 1852 (?). Admitted to Lincoln bar, and opened office at Waldoboro', whei'e he continued in successful practice till his last sickness. Died, June 21, 1859, of consumption, at Waldoboro'. Married, Oct. 15, 1853, Miss Ella, daughter of Joseph Clark, of Waldoboro'. He left a daughter, now living with Mrs. Oakes, at Waldoboro'. CLASS OF 1850. sajmuel cole. Son of Samuel and Abigail (Dodge) Cole. Born, Sept. 5, 1824, at Beverly, Mass., his residence till close of college life. Took preparatory course at Rockingham Academy, Hampton Tails, N. H., Rev. Zebulon Jones (M. C, 1836), Principal. After graduation, pursued Theological course at Rochester, N. Y. 1853, June. Ordained as pastor of Baptist church in Belfast, Me. ; sermon by Rev. E. B. Eddy. This relation he held till his death, discharging the duties of the pastorate with great acceptance and fidelity. Died, Nov. 11, 1854, of typhoid fever, after a sickness of four weeks, at his father's house in Beverly. Married, Oct., 1853, Miss Harriet J. F. BuUen, of New Sharon, Me., sister of George (class of 1853). CLASS OF 1851. ALBION BYRON CLARK. Son of John and Sarah (Hinkley) Clark. Born, March 24, 1826, in New Sharon, Me., his residence during college course. He was fitted for college at Farmington and Waterville Academies, at the latter under James H. Hanson (class of 1842). One of the very best scholars of his class. 1851, Sept. Took charge, as Principal, of Shelburne Falls Academy, Mass., and taught with great favor and usefulness till he left to enter at Newton. 1854, March. Entered Newton Theological Institution, and there studied till summer of 1855. 1855, Sept. 12. Ordained as pastor of Baptist Church in Skowhegan (then Bloomfleld), where he labored for three and a half years very success- fully. 1859, Spring. Compelled, by ill-health, to lay aside pastoral duties, he remov- ed to New York in May, and entered upon an Agency of Am. Bap. Pub. Soc, in which he remained until next date. OBITUARY RECORD. 49 1863, Jan. 1. Accepting call to pastorate in Columbia, Cal., he sailed for the Pacific coast, with the hope that a more genial climate might restore his shattered system. Commenced the labors of his new position in Feb., but, at the end of three months, was taken down with fever, before close of which, inflammation of the peritoneum set in. His disease was exceedingly distressing, and, as it almost wholly checked digestion, to its agonies were added the pangs of hunger. He remained an almost helpless invalid till death. 1865, April. Greatly longing to die among the people of his first charge, he was brought to Maine. Died, Sept. 9, 1865, of peritonitis, at Skowhegan. Married, Aug. 29, 1855, to Miss Emilv M., daughter of Rev. John Billings, of Mt. Vernon, from 1822 to 1825 a Theological student of the college, and, from 1840 to 1843, a Trustee. Died, Dec, 1864. Mr. Clark left no children. JOHN OBERON COOLIDGE. Son of John and Eliza (Bigelow) Coolidge. Born, Dec. 22, 1826, in Canton, Me., the residence of the family till the present time. Began preparation for college at Westbrook, Me., and completed it at Norway, in both places under instruction of Ebenezer P. Hinds (H. U., 1844). 1851, Sept, Took charge of Patten Academy, Me., and taught till June fol- lowing. 1852, July. Went West, and engaged as Principal of County School, at Wood- stock, McHenry Co., Illinois. Having visited his classmate, H. P. Kimball (R. U., 1851), in Rockford, Winnebago Co., he returned to Woodstock to open his school. His wife had been informed of his set- tlement and was dailv expected. Died, Aug. 28, 1852, suddenly, of dysentery accompanied by chills and fever, among strangers, at Woodstock. Body, sent unannounced to Mr. Kimball, at Rockford, was there buried. Married, April 21, 1851, Lovice J. Greenwood. Left wife and child. CLASS OF 1852. EBENEZER HAWKS LIBBY. Son of Elias and Elizabeth (Hawks) Libby. Born, May 9, 1823, in Windham, Me., his residence while a student. Prepared for college at Parsonsfield Academy, Me., Geo. H. Ricker (D. C, 1845), Principal. A good scholar. Member of Free-will Baptist denomination. 1852-53. Principal of Vassalboro' Academy, from Sept. to March. 1853, March. Removed to Wayne ; was there licensed to preach, and remained teaching and preaching till next date. 1859, Oct. Removed to East Hebron, took charge of F. W. Baptist church in that place, and was ordained, March 8, 1860. 1861, June. Removed to East Raymond, and held pastoral relation. 1862, Oc»i Enlisted as private in 25th Reg. Me. Vols., and served during its term of nine months , returning home, July 4, 1863. 1864, Feb. Enlisted in 32d Me., as private; became Color Sergt. Present with Army of the Potomac in the campaign of '64, taking part in battles of the Wilderness, Spottsylvania, etc., until, at consolidation with 81st Reg., he was mustered out, Dec. 12. 1865, Apr. Settled over church in Windham, and there remained till death. Died, Sept. 18, 1868, at Windham, of chronic diarrhea. Married, Aug. 12, 1852, Miss Marietta P. Messer. Children : Seven, of whom two sons and three daughters survived him, and, with the mother, now live in Windham. 50 OBITUARY RECORD. CLASS OF 1853. FRANK PLUMER. Son of Henry J. and Rebecca (Vose) Plumer. Born, March 2, 1827, in Goffstown, N. H. The family removed to Bedford, same State, which was his residence while a student. Prosecuted preparatory studies at New Hampton, N. H. 1850, Feb. Entered college at opening of second term Freshman year. 1853. After leaving college, began study of law with Messrs. Foster & Ayer, of Manchester, N. H. Jan., 1855, removed to Davenport, Iowa, and com- pleted legal studies with Mr. Geo. S. C. Dow, formerly of Waterville, Me. 1856. Engaged in practice of law in Davenport, which was his residence till close of life. Died, Sept. 11, 1866, of cholera, in Davenport. Married, Dec. 2, 1856, Miss Sarah A. Plumer, his cousin. She died, Apr. 7, 1863. Children : Three, who died before their father. CLASS OF 1854. DERRICK STAFFORD BRIDGHAM. Only child of Stafford L. and Ruth (Richardson) Bridgham. Born, Dec. 24, 1833, in Hebron, Me. Family removed to Westbrook, which was their residence while the son was in college. Took preparatory course at Hebron Academy, under instruction, successively, of Geo. G. Fairbanks (class of 1847), and Albion K. P. Small (class of 1849), Principals. 1844-55. Assisted his father in public house at Westbrook. 1855-58. Lived in California, occupied in engineering and farming. 1858, Spring. Set out for British Columbia. Oct. 17. While going up Frazer River, on an exploring expedition, the boat that bore the party upset, and he, with one other, was drowned. He was unmarried. JOHN BUTLER WILSON. Eldest son of Rev. Dr. Adam (B. C.,1819) and Sally H. (Ricker) Wilson. Born, Feb. 24, 1834, in Portland, the home of his boyhood. The family residence, during the son's college life, was Hebron, except for the Senior year, when it was Paris. He was fitted for college chiefly at Portland Academy, under "Master" Joseph Libby (B. C, 1821). but spent his last two school terms at Hebron Academy, A. K. P. Small (class of 1849), Principal. 1854-57. Principal of Academy at East Corinth, and of High School in Dexter. Studied medicine with Doctors N. R. Boutelle (M. D., Jefl'. Med. Coll., 1847), of Waterville, and Eugene F. Sanger (D. C, 1849), of Bangor, At- tended lectures at Jetf. Med. Coll., Philadelphia, and took degree of M. D., March, 1859. , 1860, Jan. 9. Settled in practice at Exeter, Me., where he remained till en- trance upon military service. 1861, Fall. Commissioned Captain of a company which he had himself raised, viz. : Co. H., 15th Reg. Me. Vols. Sent with his regiment to Depart- ment of the Gulf, was soon appointed Provost Marshal for District of W. Fla. and So. Ala., stationed at Pensacola. After service in this capacity for about a year and a half, he was appointed Surgeon of the 7th Reg. U. S. Infantry, and acted as Medical Director of all the forces in Texas. He was next made Medical Inspector for the District of Fla. , and afterwards Surgeon of the troops near Mobile, which post he held until ill-health forced him to resign and return to Maine, Feb., 1865. . OBITUARY RECORD. 51 1865, May. Resumed practice, at Dexter, but very soon sunk under wasting disease contracted in the army, and which, after two years of suffering, terminated his valuable life. He was a man of tine talents and attainments, qualified for the first rank in his profession, in which he had already won distinction. His ardent love for the study of nature, which he had pursued from early youth, would have earned for him scientific reputation, had his life been spared. Died, March 15, 1866, at Dexter, of chronic diarrhea. Married, Jan. 1, 1861, to Miss Samantha T., daughter of Dea. Joseph H. Per- kins of Dexter. She was married, Feb. 27, 1870, to Dr. Atwood Crosbv (M. D., B. 0., 1864), of Waterville. Child: Charles Branch, born Oct. 20, 1861, and now living. CLASS OF 1855. JAMES TYLER BRADBURY. Only child of Christopher C. and Mary (Joslyn) Bradburv. Born, Jan. 19, 1826, in Prince William, N. B. The family early removed to Maine, and Hodgdon, Aroostook Co., was their residence while the son studied at Watei'ville. Prepared for college at Houlton Academy, Milton Welch (B. C, 1845), Principal. While member of college, a good scholar, and an exemplary student. 1855-58. Principal of Waterville Academv. 1858-59. Principal of Vassalboro' Academy. 1859, Aug. Removed to West Virginia, became a teacher in, and then Principal of Academy at West Liberty, in which position he labored with much acceptance until his death. Died, June 14, 1863, suddenly, of diphtheria, at West Liberty. Married, Nov. 22, 1855, Annie J., daughter of Rev. Royal C. Spaulding, an early Theological Student of the college. Children : Two sons and a daughter, all living, with their mother, in Houlton. WILLIAM SOLYMAN HEATH. ICldest son of Soiyman (D. C, 1826) and Emily (Redington) Heath. Born, March 13, 1834, at Belfast, Me. The family removed, 1851, to Water- ville, their subsequent home to the present time. His taste for books and learning, in childhood, was unusual, and he was ready for college at the age of fourteen, having fitted at Belfast Academy. 1849. In company with his father, made an overland journey to California, where he spent a few months, and sailing thence visited Sandwich Islands and China, returning home via Cape Good Hope. 1851. Having reviewed preparatory course, he entered Yale College, and spent there the Freshman year. 1852. Entered Sophomore at Waterville, and graduated with high reputation as a scholar. His course of legal study, begun, while a college student, in the office of his father at Waterville, was completed under Judge Sam'l Wells of Port- land. 1856, March. Admitted to the bar in Kennebec Co. In summer of same year, he commenced practice of the law in Minneapolis, Minn., where he remained till 1858. 1858, Spring. Appointed Vice-Consul, under his father-in-law, at Montreal, where he spent one year. 1859. Resumed practice, in Rockland, Me., and there remained until breaking out of the Rebellion. 1861, Apr. Returned to Waterville, gathered with others. Company H, 3d Regt. Me. Vols., and was chosen and commissioned as its Captain. 52 OBITUARY RECORD. 1861, July 21. Present with regiment at first battle of Bull Run. Sept. 25. Promoted Lieutenant Colonel of the 5th Me. 1862, May. Engaged in action at White House Landing, on the advance up the Peninsula towards Richmond, and was attached to right wing of army. June 27. At battle of Gaines' Mills, he had charge of regiment. Colonel having been wounded. In the act of giving an order, from his horse, was shot through the head and instantly killed. Immediately after, followed the Seven Days battles and the disastrous retreat to Harrison's Landing, on the James, and his remains were never recovered. Married, Nov. 11, 1856, to Maria E., dau. of W. B. S. Moor (class of 1831), of Waterville. She died June 20, 1863. Children : Two sons and one daughter. One son has died since the father's de- WASHINGTON IRVING HUMPHREY. Son of Benj. and Mary Cotton (Rice) Humphrey, and brother of William H. (class of 1849). Born, Feb. 11th,* 1830, at North Yarmouth, his residence till close of life. Prepared for college at North Yarmouth Academy, under care of Geo. Woods, (B. C, 1837). 1855. After graduating, entered Newton Theological Institution, with settled purpose of devoting his life to missionary labor in the foreign field. Dec. Pulmonary disease, long fastened on him, compelled him to relin- quish study. Died, unmarried, Feb. 13, 1856, of consumption, at Yarmouth. "His last days were joyous, rapturous, triumphant." * Rev. T. B. Ripley's " Origin and Progress of Baptist Church in Yarmouth" gives the date as Fch. \st. HIRAM FULLER WALL. Son of Ariel and Lydia (True) Wall. Born, April 11, 1834, in Hallowell, his only place of residence. Was fitted for college in Hallowell, partly at the High School, under Wm. H. Seavey (B. C, 1845,) and, in part, at the Academy, James H. Withing- ton (class of 1843,) Principal. Entered at close of first term Freshman year. He was an excellent scholar, an iionest, earnest and promising young man. Died, unmarried, Sept. 13, 1855, of typhoid fever, at his father's house in Hal- lowell , having graduated on the 8th of the previous month. LEGH RICHMOND WEBBER. Son of Oliver A. and Abigail (Hawes) Webber. Born, Dec. 5, 1830, in Vassalboro', his legal residence during college course. Prosecuted preparatory and Freshman studies chiefly, it is believed, at Vassal- boro' Academy, under several successive teachers. 1852, Sept. Entered Sophomore class. In scholarship, one of the best of a superior class. 1855-56. Taught in New Portland, Me. 1856-57. Taught in Troy, Orleans Co., Vermont. 1858, April. Removed to Kansas, and engaged for three years in teaching and farming. 1861. Enlisted as a soldier, and served, during the late war, for three years. 1864, July. Returned to Maine, broken down in health by hardships of mili- tary life. 1865, Oct. 11. Committed to Hospital for the Insane, at Augusta. Died, Jan. 5, 1866, of consumption, at Insane Hospital, Augusta. He did not marry. ROSCOE JAMES WHITE. Son of Hon James and Lydia Shaw (Wood) White. Born, Sept. 16, 1835, in Belfast, Me., the residence of his family to the present time. OBITUARY RECORD, 53 Studied, in preparation for college, at Belfast Academy, for the most part un- der the instruction of George W. Field (B. C.,"l837). After graduating, he read law in his native town, and then spent upwards of a year in one of the Western States. 1859, Jan. Admitted to the bar, he opened an office in Belfast, and began practice. 1860, May. Removed to Princeton, Washington Co., Me. Erected an exten- sive tannery and a store, and engaged in tanning and trade, for four and a half years. 1865, Dec. Taken siclf, he returned to Belfast. From this illness he never fully recovered, but, suffering from physical and mental depression, he became gradually insane. Reason seemed at times to be partially re- stored, but his case assumed at length a hopeless type, and he died in the Insane Hospital. Died, Aug. 30, 1868, very suddenly, at Augusta. He is not reported as married. "He inherited largely the integrity and business talent of his father, who was for five years (1842-47) one of our very best State Treasurers." JOHN WOODMAN. Son of Moses and Charlotte (Lufkin) Woodman. Born, Nov. 18, 1829, in New Gloucester, his only legal residence. Prepared for college at Norway, Me., under tuition of Jona. G. Eveleth (B. C, 1847). 1851, Aug. Entered college at beginning of the course. 1855, June 27, Wed. On this, the day when his class recited their last "lesson in advance," Mr. Woodman disappeared. Fruitless search for him was made, until, Sunday, July 1st, his body was found floating in the Ken- nebec river, a short distance above the college grounds. The final examination of the class occurred on July 3d, and their graduation on Aug. 8th. A diploma was sent to Mr. Woodman's relatives, and his name was enrolled among the graduates, with those of his classmates. In scholarship, he stood first of a superior class. He exhibited at all times a high and manly character, and was held in great esteem by his in- structors and fellow students. His death is still a mystery. He was unmarried. CLASS OF 1856. ROSCOE GREENE SMITH. Son of Elijah and Hannah (Gowen) Smith. Born, Sept. 21, 1832, in HoUis, Me. His residence, while a member of college, was Saco. Preparatory studies pursued, under care of Geo. H. Ricker (D. C, 1845), at Academy in North Parsonsfield, Me. 1853, Feb. Entered college at opening of spring term. Freshman year. A good scholar, and a man of excellent spirit. 1856. Immediately after graduation, he was appointed Prof, of Nat. Sciences in F. W. Baptist Institution, at New Hampton, N. H., and at once en- tered upon his duties. 1856-57. Spent winter in study, at Lawrence Scientific School, Cambridge, attending lectures. After teaching one and a half years at New Hampton, he was laid aside for two terms by hemorrhage of the lungs. He afterwards acted as Princi- pal for a year and a half. 1860, Summer. Was obliged by pulmonary disease to resign his place. 7 54 OBITUAEY EECORD. 1860, Oct, Removed to Minneapolis, Minn., for benefit of climate. Encour- aged by apparent improvement, and being a licensed preacher of his denomination, he made plans to preach for the F. W. Baptist church in thecity, once on each Sabbath; but was taken again with bleeding, followed by congestion, and died suddenly. Died, Dec. 31, 1860, of congestion of the lungs, in Minneapolis. Married, July 29, 1857, to Miss Harriet P. Haynes, of Parsonsfield. She died, July, 1858. July 31, 1859, to Miss Martha W. Libbey, of Dover, N. H., who now lives with her father, Rev. C. O. Libbey, of Dover. He left no children. CLASS OF 1857. STEPHEN BOOTHBY. Son of Rev. Samuel and Sarah (Leadbetter) Boothby. Born, Oct. 23, 1838, in North Livermore, Me. Residence, during college course, Leeds, except Sen. year, when it was Lew- iston. Completed preparatory studies under Geo. B. Gow (class of 1852), at Litchfield Liberal Institute. He was one of the best scholars of his class, manifesting great strength and clearness of mind. 1857, On graduating he began the study of law with Hon. A. W. Paine (class of 1832), of Bangor. 1858, Principal of Boys' Select School, Bangor. 1859, Fall. Engaged in lecturing on Mathematics before Teachers' Institutes in Maine, and afterwards, with Prof. Brickett, in N. H. 1860, Jan. 16. Admitted to practice, at Bangor. In company with M. H. Dun- nell, opened office in Portland, in Feb., and there continued in practice till fall of 1861. 1861, Sept. 23. Enlisted as private in Co. F., 1st Reg. Cav., Me. Vols. Oct. 19. Mustered into service of United States. 1862, Jan. 24. Commissioned First Lieut., with rank from date of mustering. May 26. " Captain. 1863, March 26. " Mnjor, July 24. " Lieut. Colonel. He was present with his regiment through the whole of its gallant and inces- sant service during the campaign of '62 and '63, and in that of '64, until his death. He shared in many of the memorable battles of those years, as Second Bull Run, South Mountain, Antietam, Fredericksburg and Gettysburg) as well as in the brilliant cavalry engagements in which the regiment and its leaders won renown. 1864, May 10. During Sheridan's raid from the Rapidan to the James, while gallantly leading a charge, at Beaver Dam Station, Va., he received a wound in the chest from which he did not recover. Died, June 6, 1864, of his wounds, at Hammond General Hospital, Point Look- out, Md. He was buried at Lewiston with public honors. He was unmarried. Col. Boothby exhibited, in whatever positions he held, such qualities of head and heart, that the highest expectations of his future were entertained. JOHN BRACKETT BRADBURY. Son of Samuel M. and Susan (Brackett) Bradbury. Born, June 1, 1833, in Parsonsfield, Me. Prepared for college at Limingtou, under instruction of William G. Lord (class of 1851). OBITUARY RECORD. 55 Legal residence, while a member of college, Limington, Me. A few weeks after graduation, he opened a school in Grafton, Mass., but, before close of term, was seized with hemorrhage of the lungs, which resulted in consumption. Died, unmarried, Apr. 27, 1858, of consumption, at his father's house in Lim- ington. MOSES JEVVETT PRESCOTT. Only son of Corrin and Elizabeth T. (Jewett) Prescott. Born, July 1, 1832, in Ipswich, Mass., which was his residence during student life. His preparation for college was made in Ipswich High School, under the tui- tion of Joseph A. Shores (D. C, 1851). 1857-60. Student in Newton Theol. Institution. 1860, Oct. 3. Ordained as pastor of Bap. church in Kennebunkport, Me., where greatly beloved and respected, he labored, until prostrated by his last sickness. 1863, Jan. Obliged to relinquish pulpit effort, he went to the home of his fam- ily, in Ipswich. May (about). Resigned his pastorate. Died, Dec. 5, 1863, of consumption, in Ipswich, after months of great suffering. Buried at Rowley. Left one son, Corrin J., born, July 24, 1862, and now living, with his mother, in Owatanna, Minn. Mr. Prescott's character was one of unusual purity and candor. CLASS OF 1858. SABINE EMERY. Son of Henry Tiltou and Mercy E. (Stover) Emery. Born, Feb. 8, 1834, in Eastport, Me., which was his residence during the col- legiate course. 1851. Entered the preparatory department of the University at Lewisburg, Penn., where, and, 1853-54, at Waterville Academy, under James H. Hanson (class of 1842), he completed his fit for college. 1858. After leaving college, he taught for one or two years, first as Principal of Bloomfield Academy, and subsequently of the High School in his native town. 1861, Sept. Entered the army as Captain of Co. A, 9th Reg. Me. Vols. He was rapidly promoted to the ranks of Major, Lieut. Col., and. May 27th, 1863, Colonel, fn the same regiment, of which he held command till his resignation of die Colonelcy, May 25, 1864. 1861, Nov. 7. Present with the regiment at the capture of Hilton Head, Port Royal entrance, S. C. 1862, Mar. 4—1863, Jan. 17. With 9th, on garrison and picket duty at Fernan- dina, Fla. 1863, Jan. 17— June 24. On out-post duty, with regiment, at Hilton Head. July 11— Sept. 6. Before Fort Wagner, Morris' Island, Charleston Har- bor, till its evacuation on the latter date. Here the Reg. was one of three that, July 11th, assaulted the Fort. On the 18th the 9th was the centre of the assaulting columns engaged in the unsuccessful attack of that date. At this time he was seriously wounded in the leg by a minie ball, and received a contused wound of the left breast from the fragment of a shell. Copious hemorrhage of the lungs followed, from which he never fully recovered. 1863, Oct. 30—1864, Feb. 10. The 9th was stationed on Black Island, between Morris' and James', Charleston Harbor. i864. May 25. Resigned his commission, and was honorably discharged. 56 OBITUAEY RECORD. As a soldier, Col. Emery displayed a fearlessness for which he had been from his earliest years remarkable. He seemed destitute of the sense of danger, and while this quality made him a most daring and brilliant leader, it sometimes brought upon him censure for rashness. Previously to his military life, he had prosecuted to some extent the study of the law, with Hon. Stephen Coburn (class of 1839), at Skowhegan, which he completed, on return from the army. 1864, Oct. 22. Admitted to the bar at Bangor. 1865. Early this year he removed to Maryland for the benefit of a milder climate than that of Maine, and was, Apr. 1st, admitted to practice in the courts of Maryland. He opened an office in Baltimore, where he continued to reside until his death. Died, March 24, 1868, of lingering consumption, at Baltimore, Married, Oct. 26, 1862, Miss Louisa M. Flint, of Wiuslow, Me., who, with her two children, survives. WILLIAM TRIPP PARKER. Son of Peter and Sarah (Hersom) Parker. Born, Oct. 11, 1839, at Farmington, Me. He was prepared for college at the Maine "Wesleyan Seminary, Kent's Hill, Rev. Henry P. Torsey, Principal. Residence while a member of college, Kent's Hill. 1858-59. Principal of High School, Ellsworth, Me. 1859-60. Prof, of Mathematics, in Bethel Coll., Russellville, Ky. 1860-61. Completed study of law with Eugene Hale, of Ellsworth, where he was admitted to the bar. in the latter year, and entered practice. 1862, A.ug. 21. Entered military service as First Lieut. Co. C, First Reg. Heavy Artillery, and was afterwards promoted Capt. Co. L. In Adj. Gen. Hodsdon's Report for 1864-65, is the foUowmg: " He was an officer of promise. All witnesses bear testimony to the fact that he was one of the bravest of the gallant men with whom he fought." His regiment was engaged in some of the bloodiest battles of the war. 1864, May 19. In the battle of Spottsylvania, he received three successive wounds, in the leg, hip and abdomen. Prom the latter wound, he died during the following night. Married, Aug. 10, 1862, Miss Margaret W., daughter of Nathl. A. Joy, of ElLs- worth. She married, 1870, Mr. Drake, of Belfast. Left no children. HAMPTON DUNREATH PLUMMER SMALL. Son of Abner and Mary Ann B. (Randall) Small. Born, May 31, 1833, in Gardiner, Me. Pursued preparatory and Freshman studies, partly at Waterville Academy, under tuition of James H. Hanson (class of 1842), and in part, with Andrew Walsh, of Kent's Hill. 1856, Sept. Entered college at beginning of Sophomore year. Residence, while student in college, Mt. Vernon. 1858-62. Taught school in several places, as Winthrop, Dresden and Dlxmont, and begun to study law by himself at home. Died, unmarried, Aug. 23', 1862, at Mt. Vernon, of consumption. CLASS OF 1859. ALEXANDER FULLER. Son of Alexander and Rebecca S. (Spring) Fuller. Born, Dec. 28, 1838, in West Sandwich, Mass. The family removed, 1849, to Waterville, which was their home till after the son's graduation. OBITUARY RECORD. SJ He was fitted for coUeoje at Waterville Academy, chiefly under the instruction of James H. Hanson (class of 1842). He maintained a high rank in scholarship. His character and disposition, as manifested in college, may well be represented in the words of his room- mate at the Theol. Sem., who speaks of him, as "most gentle, full of Christian spirit, genial,— one of the purest, truest and most thoroughly lovely men I ever had the good fortune to know intimately." 1859-62. Stucient in Bangor Theol. Seminary, graduating, after full course, July 31, 1862. 1862-63. Supplied pulpit of Cong. Church in North Carver, Mass., for some months. 1863, Oct. 28. Ordained as pastor of Fifth Cong. Ch. in Plymouth (Chilton- vUle), Mass., and held this relation till death. " He loved his people out of a pure heart, with love unfeigned."— That love was returned in full measure. Died, Dec. 5, 1869, at his father's house, in Kingston, Mass., from an affection of the brain. His last sickness, by which he was laid aside for more than a year and a half, was attended with great suffering, and, at times, with almost total blindness. He was not married. He was of the eighth generation in descent from Samuel Puller, one of the " Mayflower Pilgrims," and their beloved physician. Alexander died near the spot where his ancestor had died. CLASS OF I860. WILLIAM WALLACE WEST. Son of James M. and Ann N. (Soule) West. Born, Oct. 17. 1839, in Waterville, his legal residence through life. He was prepared for college at Waterville Academy, under the tuition of James H. Hanson (class of 1842), and, after removal of Mr. Hanson to Eastport, under that of George B. Gow (class of 1852). He showed in college, and afterwards, decided fondness and aptitude for the stuclv of the natural sciences. 1860. Immediately after graduating, he resumed, in the ofiSce of Dr. N. R. Boutelle, of Waterville, the study of medicine, already begun during the long winter vacation of his Senior year. 1860-61, Nov. to March. Attended lectures at Grove Street Medical College, Boston. 1861, Sept. 9. Left home as Hospital Steward of 8th Reg. Me. Vols. He was for some weeks with the Reg., at Annapolis, Md. Oct. 29. Sailed from Fortess Monroe in the great naval expedition under Com. Dupont, Gen. Sherman commanding the land forces. Nov. 1. Present at the bombardment and capture of Forts Walker and Beauregard, Hilton Head, Port Royal entrance, S. C. Nov. 9. Appointed Assistant Surgeon of 8th Me. Unfavorable symtoms in respect to his health had appeared for some months before he left Maine. These grew more aggravated, and. In Nov., he had cough and the usual premonitions of consumption. Dec. 17. Health still falling, he sailed for home on leave of absence, by steamer Atlantic, for New York. Died, unmarried, Feb. 5, 1862, of quick consumption, at his father's house in Waterville. A young man who bade fair to attain high place in his chosen profession. 68 OBITUARY RECORD. CLASS OF 1862. ARETUS GUSTAVUS BARKER. Son of John and Selina D. (Little) Barker. Born, Oct, 23, 1835, in Lovell, Me., his residence during his college course. Completed preparation for college at Waterville Academy, under the instruc- tion of Isaac S. Hamblen (class of 1858). He was a diligent and successful student, of exemplary conduct and spotless character. 1862, Nov. Took charge, as Principal, of "Masonic Charitable Institute," in Effingham, N. H., in which capacity he labored suecessfuily till his death. He carried on the study of medicine, while at Effingham, and was nearly ready for graduation at a Medical College, and for entrance upon practice. Died, Apr. 11, 1867, at Effingham, of tuberculous deposit upon the brain, ac- companied by paralysis. Married, Aug. 20, 1864, Miss Exa L. Drake, of Effingham. Child : A son, 17 months old at his father's decease. FREDERIC HALE. Son of James S. and Betsey (Staples) Hale. Born, Oct. 21, 1839, in Turner, Me., which was his legal residence, while he was in college. He pursued the preparatory studies at the Turner Grammar School, and at the Wesleyan Seminary, Kent's Hill. On graduating, he began immediately the study of the law, in the office of his brother, Eugene Hale, of Ellsworth. 1863, Oct. Admitted to practice, he entered at once upon the business of his profession, as partner of his brother. 1865, Aug. 9th. Spoke, at Commencement, for the Master's Degree. His ora- tion made a marked impression upon his audience, and elicited dis- tinguished praise. Died, May 6, 1868, in Woodstock, Vt., of tubercular consumption. He was not married. Mr. Hale was studious and successful as a lawyer, and is thought to have shortened his days by undue application. He was a man of decided talent, tenacious of purpose, upright and steadfast in character. ARCH DORILLOUS LEAVITT. Born, July 15, 1840, in Turner, Me., the residence of the family while the son was a member of college. With little aid from teachers, he mastered the preparatory studies at home. He was one of the very best scholars of his class, and in character showed himself to be thoroughly noble, pure, conscientious and manly. 1862, July. Upon the final examination of his class, five weeks before com- mencement, he and two others of his class at once undertook to enlist a company for a regiment then raising. Speedily successful in their e&ort, the three classmates were, the same month, made, A. D. Leav- itt, Capt., Vv'. E. Brooks, 1st Lieut., and W. A. Stevens, 2d Lieut, of Co. E, 16th Me. Vols. Aug. 13. The three performed no parts in the Commencement exercises, at which, however, they received their Diplomas, clad in the Federal uniform. Dec. 13. Present at the battle of Fredericksburg. 1863, Jan. Promoted to be Major, and in that capacity participated with his regiment in battles of Chancellorsville, May 2 and 3, Gettysburg, July 3, Mine Run, Nov. 29, Wilderness, May 5 to 7, 1864, as well as others of less note. At the beginning of the battle of Gettysburg, he was at Washington, sick, but hearing of the action, asked leave to join his regiment, and reached the field on the last day of the great fight. 1864, May 12. On this date (24th in Obit., Gen. Hodsdon's Rep., 1864-5, vol. 1, p. 409) he was mortally wounded at the battle of Laurel Hill. OBITUARY RECORD. 59 Died, unmarried, May 30, 1864, from his wounds, at Douglas Hospital, Wash- ington. A lieroic soldier, a trup and honest man. [In all the military Reports his first name is given as Archibald. This is wrong, the true name being Arch, as his family testify, in answer to special inquiry.] WILLIAM AMORY STEVENS. Son of Whiting A. F. and Mary (Clark) Stevens. Born, March 31, 1839, in Bath, Me. When he was but a few weeks old, his parents removed to Waterville, which has been the residence of the family to the present time. Preparatory studies pursued under tuition of Isaac Hamblen (class of 1858), Principal of Waterville Academy. Scholarship throughout course of a high order, and conduct unexceptionable. The circumstances of his graduation, and of his entrance into military life, al- ready stated in notice of his class-mate, Major Leavitt, need not be here recounted. 1862, Aug. 14th. Mustered with his regiment into the U. S. service, at Augusta, the day after graduation. Dec. 13th. Severely wounded at the battle of Frederickburg. 1863, Feb. 5. Commissioned First Lieut., in place of Brooks, promoted. Mar. 26. Commissioned Captain, vice Brooks, discharged. July. Taken prisoner on first day of the battle of Gettysburg, and, at its close, paroled. 1864, June. After escaping unharmed in the terrible battles by which Gen. Grant made his way from the crossing of the Rapidan, May 3d, through the "Wilderness" to and across the James, Capt. Stevens was, Sunday morning, the 19th, while sitting in conversation behind breastworks, be- fore Petersburg, shot by a rebel marksman. A large artery of the neck was severed, and he died of hemorrhage in less than an hour from the time when he was wounded. Edwin Clark, brother of William, born in Waterville, Sept. 19, 1842, and prepared for college by Charles H. Smith (class of 1856), now Gen. Smith, and by Chas. P. Baldwin (class of 1858), was a member of the class of 1863. Having nearly completed his Junior year, he enlisted, July, 1862, at the same time with William. He was made Sergeant, then Orderly Sergeant of his brother's company (E. 16th Reg.), and afterwards Sergeant Major of the regiment. Taken prisoner at Get- tysburg, he was for two months confined at Belle Isle, Richmond. Having made a short visit to his home, after his release, he left, Oct. 10, '63, to join his regiment. With his brother, he shared in the great battles fought by the Army of the Potomac in the campaigns of '63 and '64, was present to cheer the dying moments of William, and was himself shot instantly dead, by a bullet through the brain, in the strug- gle for possession of the Weldon Railway, known as the battle of Reams' Station, Aug. 18, 1864. He was a young man of good mind and scholarship, and of upright character. Abundant and honorable testimony has been borne to the soldierly qualities of the brothers. Their remains were brought to Waterville, for in- terment. CLASS OF 1864. EDWARD CLARENDON LITTLEFIELD. Second and youngest son of Ivory and Eunice (Hobbs) Littlefield. Born, Sept. 4, 1844, in Chesterville, Me., his home till close of life. He completed his preparatory studies at Turner and Livermore, under several teachers. 60 OBITUARY RECORD. 1861, May. Entered college at opening of third term, Freshman year. He was marked from his earliest years by sweetness of disposition, peculiar thoughtfulness and seriousness, and by facility \n acquiring knowledge. In college he did not rouse himself to severe eflfort till neat the close of his course, but his instructors never doubted that he was possessed of talent. He excelled as a writer, and at graduation won applause by the ability with which he performed his part. 1864, Oct. Having had the ministry in view, from childhood, he entered New- ton Theol. Institution, where, as here, he secured the respect and con- fidence of all with whom he became associated. In November, he was attacked by fever of a very malignant type, which obstinately resisted the best medical skill, and soon resulted in his dissolution. Died, unmarried, Nov. 22, 1864, of typhoid fever, in Roxbury, Mass. CLASS OF 1869. WARREN AUGUSTUS SMITH. Son of Edward G. and Elizabeth B. (Lord) Smith. Born, March 13, 1847, in Litchfield, Me., his legal residence until his death. His studies in preparation for college were completed at Waterville Academy, under John W. Lamb (class of 1856), and Augustus D. Small (class of 1865), successively. As a student he was, in college, earnest and successful, always attending to his proper work. He persisted, to the last, in manly efi"ort, although, during the Junior and Senior years, he was in such a state of health as would have been made by most young men an excuse for inaction. 1869. Having graduated, Aug. 11, he commenced work, on the 23d, without vacation, as Principal of the Academy in Corinna. On Tuesday eve- ning, the 31st, he retired to rest, apparently in his usual health. On the following morning, Sept. 1, he was found dead in his bed, having died, it was thought, very soon after retiring and without a struggle. His case was pronounced by the neighboring physicians, after autopsy, to be one of " heart disease," a term which often saves the confession of en- tire ignorance of the cause of death. APPENDIX. DATES OP commb:n^cements. No. YEjiR. Day OF Month. No. Year. Day OF Month. 1st 1822 Aug. 14 26th 1847 Aug. 11 2d 1823 " 13 27th 1848 " 9 3d 1824 " 25 28th 1849 " 8 Uh 1825 " 31 29th 1850 " 14 5th 1826 " 30 30th 1851 " 13 6th 1827 " 29 31st 1852 " 11 7th 1828 " 27 32d 1853 " 10 8th 1829 July 29 33d 1854 " 9 9th 1830 " 28 34th 1855 " 8 10th 1831 " 27 35th 1856 " 13 11th 1832 " 25 36th 1857 " 12 12th 1833 " 31 37th 1858 " 11 18th 1834 " 30 38th 1859 " 10 14th 1835 Aug. 5 39th 1860 " 8 15th 1836 " 3 40th 1861 " 14 16th 1837 " 2 41st 1862 " 13 nth 1838 " 8 42d 1863 " 12 18th 1839 " 14 43d 1864 " 10 19th 1840 " 12 44th 1865 " 9 20th 1841 " 11 45th 1866 " 8 21st 1842 " 10 46th 1867 " 14 22d 1843 " 9 47th 1868 " 12 28d 1844 " 14 48th 1869 " 11 24th 1845 " 13 49th 1870 " 3* 25th 1846 " 12 * Semi- Centennial of the College. (B.) STATISTICS. Whole number of graduates, from 1822 to 1870, inclusive, . . . 519 Whole number deceased, so far as known, to July 20, 1870, . . 128 Whole number deceased, whose ages are known, .... 127 t- . r Average length, .... 37 yrs., 11 mos., 29 days. S g J Average length after graduation, . . 13 yrs, 11 mos., 2 days. "«.£ I Greatest length after graduation, .... 45 yrs., 3 mos. '"'"^ [shortest duration, after graduation, .... 20 days. First death among graduates (C. Holton's) occurred in Africa, July 23, 1826. 62 APPENDIX. CAUSES OP DEATH. Consumption, Pneumonhi, . Congestion of Lungs, Hemorrhage of Lungs, Asthma (so reported), Typhoid and Typhus Fevers, Congestive Fever, African Fevers, Yellow Fever, Bilious Fever, Diseases of Liver, Diseases of Bi'aiu, Apoplexy, . . . Apoplexy, probably. Diseases of Kidneys, Total, 40 Heart Disease, so called. 11 . 6 Dysentery, . 4 2 Chronic Diarrhea, 1 . 1 Cholera, . 2 1 Cancer of Stomach, 1 . 13 Abscess of Pleura, . . 1 1 Peritonitis, 1 . 2 Diphtheria, . . 1 1 Wounds received in Battle, 5 . 3 Accidents, . 5 2 Shooting, by Indians, 1 . 10 Shooting, by Mob, . . 1 2 Wilful Poisoning, probably, 1 . 1 Suicide, . 3 4 Suicide, probably, 1 128 (0.) ARRIVAL OF DR. CHAPLIN IN WATERVILLE. Information received since the notice of Mr. Procter's life was printed re- quires that the statements made in the paragraph (p. 7) beginning with the date, " 1818, July," should be modified. As a summary of what is at present known to the compiler respecting the coming of Dr. Chaplin, and the circumstances attending it, as well as of facts and dates relating to the Theological Department, sections C and D are added. 1817, Oct. 1. At a meeting of the Trustees of "Maine Lit. and Theol. In- stitution," held in Bath, it was voted to "locate" the Institution in Waterville, on certain conditions. 1818, Feb. 25. At a meeting held in Brunswick, Rev. Jeremiah Chaplin was appointed Professor of Theology, and it was voted "that Instruction commence on the first of May next." 1818, May 12. 'Rev. Otis Briggs, Secy, of Trustees, writes to his brother, Avery Briggs, "Elder Chaplin has not accepted his appointment, and we have fears he will not." 1818, June 23. Mr. Briggs writes to his brother, "Elder Chaplin has accept- ed his appointment, and is hourly expected." In the last week of June, or the first week of July, probably the former, Mr. Chaplin (he was made D. D. in 1819, by So. Caro. Coll.) reached Water- ville, having with him his family, a part of his Theological class, and Mr. Marsh (and family), of Salem, who had been engaged as Steward of the Seminary. The party, in the words of Prof. John O'B. Chaplin, "came from Beverly to Augusta in a schooner, and there took a long-boat for Waterville. * * On landing they were met by a body of citizens of Waterville, and Esquire Boutelle gave an address of welcome, to which father responded. The family were then taken in a carriage to the Wood's House." (Letter of July 13, 1870.) Here, shortly after, the exercises of the Theological department were begun. The Literary department was not opened nominally until the coming of Prof. Avery Briggs, about Oct, 1, 1819. Rev. Otis Briggs' words in his letter of June 23, 1818, above quoted, estab- lish the date of Dr. Chaplin's arrival, more nearly than does any information yet obtained from other sources. They are confirmed by statements of Rev. Wm. Leverett (Letter of July 20, 1870), for which see section D. APPENDIX. 63 {D.J THE EARLIER THEOLOGICAL STUDENTS. In his letter of May 12, 1818, Rev. Otis Brings says: "If brother Chaplin comes, ^/(eera scholars come with him and, with those in this section, would make a respectable nuraberin the very commencement of tuition." From a list of names submitted to Rev. John Wakefield, of Rockland, one of the "Danvers class,'' he selects the following as those of the persons who were students of Dr. Chaplin at Danvers, and came with him, or soon after his arrival. Prof. J. O'B. Chaplin is not, at short notice, able to name other members of the original class, if there were such, but has "a fresh recollection of the names mentioned." In connection with the names are given some facts and dates, gathered from various sources : Names. Born. Residence, 181& Ordained. LastResid. Died. Sam'l C. DJUaway, Willard Kimball, Mar. 9, 1795. Boston, Mass. Lebanon, N. H. Charlestown, Mass., Aug. 31, 1820. Abington,Mass., June 30, 1824. Eoxbury, Mass., Jan. 20, 1825. Brandon, Vt. Aug. 21, 1866 * William Leverett, Jan. 25, 1800. Brookline, Mass. Newport R.L Living. t Stephen Lovell, April, usa Boston. Boston. Oct. 1, 1858, J Ebeu'r Nelson, Nov, 9, 1787, Providence, R. L Lynn, Mass., July 26, ]h20. China, Me., Fall of 1823. China, Me., Mar. 15, 1820. Lynn. Apr. 6, 1852. Hadley Procter^ Apr. ■!art, Esq., of the class of 1825, the following list is copied. It is to be re- garded as the catalogue of the graduates of the Theological department, up to date of its publication, since the names of those who did not complete the course are not given. Thus John Wakefield, w^ho left in the fall of 1819, and Willard Kimball, who, from ill health, left a little later, do not appear in the list, which, with its heading, is as follows : "Nomina eon^im qui operaradederunt Theologian in Schola Collegio annexa. 1820. Michael Carlton Samuel Fogg Ebenezer Nelson 1821. Samurl Cook 1822. Johannes Atw^oop HeNRICUS STANWOOrx Johannes C. Welch 1823. Samuel Everett 1824. GULIELMUS BOWEN Silas Kenney 1825. Johannes Billings Caleb Clark Ezra Going Whitman Metcalf Oren Tracy." The next Triennial known to have been published, was issued in 1834. The Theological Department having then become extinct (the resignation of the Theological Professorship by Dr. Chaplin, who held it a second time, July 28, 1829. to July 24, 1832, marking its actual, not nominal, death), no further traces of it, nor of its graduates, afterwards appeared in the Triennials. N. B. Later information shows that E. H. Libby, class of 1852, died of consumption complicated with other disorders. His case is entered in section B. of Appendix as one of the 40 instances of consumption. INDEX [names of persons not GKADUATES, OCCURRINGr IN THE NOTES, ARK NOT INCLUDED IN THIS INDEX,] Angler, John F. H. Appleton, Moses L. Barker, Francis Barker, Aretus G. Barton, Thomas F. Boardman, George D. Boothby, Stephen Bradbury, James T. Bradbury, John B. Bradford, Zabdiel Bridgham, Derrick S. Brown, Henry P. Burbanlv, Moses Cavei'ly, Zachariah B. Chase, Marshall S. Chipman, Isaac Ciarke, Ivory Clark, Albion B. Coburn, Charles Colby, Richard G. Cole, Samuel Cook, Jacob M, Coolidge, John O. Dempsey, Hugh Dodge, Harvey B. Dodge, Oliver A. Downs, Heury S. Emery, Sabine Evans, Harvey Farrar, Samuel Foster, Elijah Foster, Charles Freeman, Enoch W. Fullerton, Samuel S. Fuller, Alexander Garrison, Edwin W. Giddings, Rockwood Glidden, Samuel G. Glover, Willard Gould, Moses Greenough, John R. Hale, Frederic Hanscom, Moses Hanscom, Charles G. Hatch, Hobbs CLASS PAGE 1 1827 14 1830 18 1834 23 1862 58 1849 46 1822 5 1857 54 1855 51 1857 54 1834 24 1854 50 1835 27 1836 29 1843 40 1840 35 1839 33 1834 24 1851 48 1844 40 1835 27 1850 48 1831 21 1851 49 1846 44 1827 14 1833 22 1849 47 1858 55 1827 14 1826 11 1823 6 1828 16 1827 15 1842 39 1859 56 1830 19 1833 22 1831 21 1825 9 1826 12 1844 41 1862 58 1842 39 1845 42 1845 43 Hathaway, Levi B. Hayford, Joel P. Heath, William S. Hodges, Joseph Holtou, Calvin Humphrey, William H. Humphrey, Washington I. Hutchinson, Ebenezer Johnson, Samuel S. Kettelle, Jacob Q, King, Alonzo Kingman, Lebbeus Knapp, William S. i Knox, George Lane, Albert G. Leavitt, Arch D. Leishman, Thomas Libby, Ebenezer H. Littlefield, Edward C. Lovejoy, Elijah P. Macomber, Francis G. Marshall, Jacob S. Mason, Eaton McClellan, Samuel McKown, Edward P. Merrill, Thomas Moor, Henry Moor, Wyman B. S. Morrill, Otis H. Oakes, Albion P. Oliver, James Paine, Henry Palmer, Gilbert L. Parker, William T. Partridge, Orlando H. Perry, Thomas H. Pbilbrick, Samuel Plumer, Francis Poole, Albert W. Porter, Lemuel Prescott, Moses J. Procter, Hadley Pullen, Augustus Rainsford, Thomas Randall, Joshua CLASS PAGE 1838 30 1824 7 1855 51 1830 19 1824 8 1849 47 1855 52 1824 8 1839 33 1828 17 1825 9 1840 35 1840 36 1840 36 1827 15 1862 58 1834 25 1852 49 1864 59 1826 12 1825 9 1848 46 1830 20 1828 17 1834 25 1841 38 1825 10 1831 21 1836 29 1849 48 1838 31 1823 6 1847 45 1858 56 1826 13 1835 27 1843 40 1853 50 1834 25 1834 26 1857 55 1823 7 1845 43 1840 37 1825 10 66 INDEX. Rawson, Sullivan S. Richardson, Willipm Richardson, David A. Roberts, Hall Robinson, Thomas Rogers, Nathaniel G. Royce, Lorenzo D. Sargent, George A. Small, Hampton D. P Smith, William Smith, Roscoe G. Smith, Warren A. Start, Wilder B. Stevens, Samuel Stevens, Hermon Stevens, William A. Stickney, George W. Stockbridge, William Symonds, Thomas M. CLASS PAGE 1828 17 1830 20 1839 34 1836 29 1827 16 1838 31 1844 41 1836 30 1858 56 1836 30 1856 53 1869 60 1840 37 1827 16 1828 18 1862 59 1844 42 1834 26 1847 45 Thayer, Albert C. Thompson, Arthur Thompson, William H. Thurston, Elisha M. Tilton, Albert F. Titus, William N. Townsend, Manly B. Trafton, Augustus E. Van Wagenen, Jonathan Wall, Hiram F. Webber, Legh R. West, William W. White, Roscoe J. Wiley, Frederic S. Williams, Edward Wilson, John B. Wood, Nahum H. Woodbury, William W. Woodman, John LASS PAGE 1828 IS 1825 11 1839 34 1838 32 1835 28 1848 46 1828 18 1847 45 1845 43 1855 52 1855 52 1860 57 1855 52 1838 32 1839 35 1854 50 1833 23 1841 38 1855 53 Appendix, 61 ERRATA. Page 8, after " arrived in Liberia in 34 days," should be a period. Pages 22 and 23, for *' Compton," read " Campton." LIBRARY OF CONGRESS 029 919 448 6