Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1856-10-01
COMM UNICATI0 N s.
A ADEsERyED TRIBUTE.

TERRY, ESQ.,, formerly OF thls DlstriGt oa law "
Alabama, is from the pen Of one who knew him WE'LL
who wa. cotemporury and intimate friend ot the
deceased and whose estimate of character seldom
wrong. Tho writer requests Us to look over the piece
and add anything we may think proper. But after
psrusng it, we are persuaded that its terseness and
simplicity are exactly in taste for notice OF the kind
and we have, therefore, refrained from altering or
adding word. With hearty concurrence in the
sentiments of esteem and regret therein contained we
give the piece Al it was sent TO us:
JAMES TERRY, ESQ.
Thin worthy gentleman, who died at Mt. Sterling,
in the State of Alabama the 2lst day of July last
was native oil Edgefeld District, So Ca. He was
born on Turkey Creek, the 81 day OF July, l790.
There are many considerations which should give
his memory place in the hearts OF his countrymen'
He gave to his native District this distinction nc
was one of two of her native sons who obtained tne
first honor Of bis class his graduation in the south
Carolina College; and he exemplified and united In
an eminent degree, through life, modesiy and merit
and we fear it may be said they were not appreciated
as they should have been.
Tb. d.cessed was born of respectable parents,
of a class of persons who exercised beneficial lnhu
ence on the primitive society of their tme' and whose
example, in many respects, might we'll bs follower
NOW. Avoiding debt, they lived on tbs resources oi
Home; and, by industry and intelligent economy
they made adequate provision for the education Oh
their children James, the subject of this notice. ~as
tn. elder son. and was literally educated. In his
boyhood he was placed at an Old Field School, anu
,b.rs received the rudimens Of his education. Ihese
,cbouIs by learned criticism, sometimes associated
with the derision of old fashioned pedagogues But
they had many merits to recommend them anu II
NAV he remarked of them what Cicero said Of some OF
the primitive institutions of Rome, "Ihe study ol
them is recommended by him as equally pleasant and
insruc,ive-they amuse the mind BY the remembrance
of old words and the portrait Of ancient manners
thew inculcate the soundest principles OF government
and morals and in genuine value, they aurpas' 'ne
chapters to tho history Of their country, commenced
their education in old field schools.
In 1913, Mr.. TERRY became both the pupil and as.
sis,ant of his cousin, Mr. William Wash, who had
charge of an Academy in EdgeGeld Village. The pu'
pill became strongly mbued with taste and desire for
the pursuits OF literature; and in 1916 and lS7 he
became an assiduous pupil under The instruction OF
r..
Academy; and whose reputation as teacher and
master may well be cherished by many who profted
by his instruction. In the of 1918, MIR. Arm.
strong was compelled from other duties and the state
Of his health, to give up his school, which was large
and composed of those who have attained high dis
tnction. By the request of the Trustees the instu.
ton was committed 10 the charge of Mr.. Terry and
his friend, A. P. Butler.
In 1919, Mr.. Terry cred the junior class Of the
South Carolina College; and in 1920, he graduated
with the highest honor Of class which numbered
in it many gentlemen of distinction. Among others,
and one who had awarded to him the I'd honor, was
Richard Yeadon who has earned the reputation Of a
distinguished writer and lawyer. After his gradua
ton the subject of this notice studied law in the Office
of Simkns & McDuffe and, when admitted, became
the partner Of the latter gentleman. The partnership
continued until Mr.. Terry was elected Commissioner
in Equity. Some of his reports Commissioner, es.
pecialy one both copous and luminous presenting the
facts and questions involved in the great Hamburg
case, have been spoken Of with high commendation
by some of the Chancellors who Were called on to
consider the reports and give judgment on them.
Mr. Terry had an uncommon aptitude for the ac-
QUESTION OF knowledge and wns both clear and accu.
rate in the details Of his information. Perhaps he
wanted the address which captivates the popular
mind with modest department he made little effort
10 shire, but he had truthful mind, kind temper,
and sincere disposition. In the domestic circle and
in the relations of friendship, he exhibited his true
qualities. He married Miss Mary Huchison, Of
Augusta, Ca. lady Of taste and varied accomplish
men,,. They had born to lhom many children, who
may well regard The reputation of their father
rich heritage. His precept and example calcula
ted to nculcae lessons TO improve the heart and en-.
tighten the mind Next to the hope Of reaching
better sphere OF existence after DEATH is to leave the
earth with good reputation The deceased was
member of the Episcopal Church; and in a sincere
pisy he had abiding hope Of happiness beyond the
grave
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