The voice of freedom. [volume] (Montpelier, Vt.) 1839-1848, 1847-04-15

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ed to near three score years, he was called to
various public stations, in the town, county
and state; often representing the former in
the legislature repeatedly chosen by the
freemen of the state, as one Of the executive
council, and for seven years, was one OF the
Judges of the County Court. He finally with
drew from public lfe, against the strong re-
monstrances of his friends, and at a time, too,
when it was abundantly apparent both to him
and to them, that his continuance i'll the pub
lie service, depended only on the contingen'
cy of his own consent.
In all the public stations which he was call
cd to fill, he was distinguished for unwaver
ing integrity, and profound sagacity. But
able and faithful as he always proved himself
to be, in the various responsible public posi-
tons which for so large portion of his life he
occupied as well as in the discharge of the
many fduciary trusts which were committed
to him, yet it were far easier to do justice to
his memory in this respect, than to portray
with fidelity, his character as a christian, a
father, and friend. Let it suffice to say, that
in each of these relations, his life was an
example Of rare excellence.
1t may not be improper to add-that which
every sensible reader would most readily in
fer-that the distracting and disorganizing
measures and movements of the day, and
those engaged in carrying them forward; es-
pecially those measures that are aimed either
openly or covertly at the religious institutions
of the country, not only found 70 sympathy
with him, but on the other hand, met with
that stern rebuke which life so distinguish
ed for integrity, sagacity and consistency
could not fail to administer,
The religious institutions of the age ,embrac-
ing the Bible, Missionary, Tract, and other
kindred causes, found in him an early, uni
form, and liberal supporter; to five Of which,
including the Colonization Society, he has
left lcgaces by his last will and testament.
In his person, Judge Hammond was tall
and erect-exhibitng in his department and
manners an admirable specimen Of true ma
tive dignity. Aman of few words, but always
spoken to the purpose, and Astounding in
sound sense. The late Hon RolIin C. Mallo-
ry used to refer to him as one of Natures
Noblemen." Indeed, such was the strength
and structure of his mind, that it seemed to
be proof against the ordinary dilapdation of
old age, having retained in remarkable de-
gree his mental faculties to the day of his
death.
Such is brief and imperfect outline of the
life and character of the late venerable Thorn
as Hammond. And though the portrait pre-
scnts but dimly the noble .lineaments of the
original; yet it is hoped that in this humble
but spontaneous offering to his memory, by
one who knew him well, and who cherished
for him the most profound rcspoct,the numcr-
Gus friends and acquaintance of the deceas-
ed may discover some resemblances, which
shall tend to remind them of his character,
and give to his example stronger and more
abiding influence upon their future lives
"The memory of the just is blessed"
Crowned with glory and with years.
Gathered with the saints to rest;
Weep, but shed for him no tears,
Jordan pass'd, forever blest.
Mourners all, It's meet we mourn,
When the righteous pass away,
Now, no more his prayers can turn
Evil from the coming day.
Bright his track to yonder skies; -
Straight hss pathway here he trod: It~>>
Dead-he speaketh, " Oh, be wise!"
Follow, then, this man Of God
Apri!S, l847 D.
THE following hymn, written for the occa-
sion, was sung at the funeral, which took
Mace on the 9TH inst