The daily union., 1854-02-07
Mr. George warterston.

Died, Saturday mornlpg al his residence on Capitol
hii GEohGs WArrEEsToS, esq. long wellknown and
hi2hy-fespecied citizen. lie accompanied bis father TO
his city, lo~alds the close Of he last century ~hou
small boy, and hSd lively recollection Of its progress and
eveos nom the laying ol The cornerstone Of the Capitol
IA 1888 TO tbs present year
Mir Watefsion gentleman OF modest and unobuu-
sNe hap bnt oi superior talents and attainmenis.
tie was fam aT with tile literature and prom subleots
Of The times, aud possessed rich fund OF historical aud
scientific knowledge. His time mehodlcally
anged that while Ne devoted OF each day books
and contemplation, he had desuie for exeeise in the
air for attending debates Congress- for the demands
OF hospitality aud social intercourse Whatever friend he
chanced 10 meet was ind agreeable ompanoa,
ready 10 impsrt information all the topics OF the day
lie was or manY years leading member OF the board
OF aldermen. As public officer. he identified him self
with the prosperity OF the city and welded correspond
ng inuence in its government Few have enjoyed
a more endufing share OF the public confidence.
For many he had charge OF the Library Of Con-
gtesr, Ia which position he always at his post only
ready 10 impair information the numerous books in
his custody but capabe Of giving useful hints in
gard 10 the Investigation OF difficult subjects.
The latter OF his life mainy occupied In pro-
noting the erection Of the Washington Monument in thi.
city He was OF the earliest and sseadfas advo
cafes ot this great national work He dedicated hi.
thoughts and his abors in devsing and carrying plans
for collecting voluntary contributions The purpose
On the 10Th September, 1883 association Of distinguish.
ed gentlemen was formed in this city denominaed the
"Washington National Monument Society,"" of which
Chief Justice Marshall the first president, and Mr.
George Waterston was then selected for the laborons
BILE position OF of the society," which
held tie day OF his death. He entered upon his task
with his usual zeal and aacy, aud laered in the
pursuit. Having just appreciation OF the merits
the immortal Father Of his county. Mr. Wa,,erston
for having the work accom- llished in a manner r
commensurate with The msgntuaeot the country and the
rsal interest in The subject lie for a monument
which would stand the test OF the elements Of time
and towering above ether works OF art illustration OF
the lofty character OF the greatest Of his age. rhe
has lived lcng enosgh 10 the munifcent designs
fully accomplished, he has aided laying the
and has The superstrucure raised sufficient
indicate It's uture gigantic proportions elevation
The stranger who walks The Avenue can already see the
oil coIumn that is Dc stncd to tower above
all other works oil this continent, and commeno-
rate, in suitable manner, the character OF the man.
who filled the Of his countrys gloyn Tho zeal
and energy which Mr. Waers,on this great ma
tional work alike honorable his patriotism and pub
lie spirit As the contributions from all parts
Of hs nation. the correspondence Of tho secretary
equally extensive; and il is OWING much 10 his pen end
inccssant isbors that the work has seadiy advanced
amid many discon agemsns II rema ked yesterday
by gentleman actively associated in the cause, " TOO
much praise could be bestowed Mr. Watiers,on for
his judcious mana cement " Others insh the work,
but his will be enrolled among eariies, and
ndeistigahe champions and builders.
As member OF this community, Mr.. Waterston
loyal czen and conservative in all his viewsA devoted
friend, good ghbor, pure Carstan, and charta bic
aud honorable exemplary in all The social and do
relations Without any osiena,ion, he benev-
oent the and hospabe Strangers and he
seemed graied than when at home surrounded by
bis family circle and chosen friends he dispensed
bospalities and amene. o social lfe cnizens and
strangers. He familiar with "Reminiscences past,
and had ihe Of makos visiters and strangers hone
in his sgrcesbs mansion. There are many such who will
come In this community he VIII be reglem mbefed one
OF IT'S mos, worthy ciiiz~ns. A.