New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1871-08-02
DEATH OF PHOEBE CARY.

,,r,o % tho memory Of her only surviving sister,
pgRRE CARY, who died ct Newport, X l., on Monuay'
Juy 81 after distressing illness of eight OF Ten WeeAs
She was the only one OF six sisters who did not ine
eonsumptiye tendency from her mother; ana as Se n
.,vavs been until within last few Weeks III ropusV
ealth her numerous friends I'm different parts Oh tno
,,uutry will be equally surprised ana shookeu ny 'ne
announcement Of her death The death of Alice was a
e RI 70 her but she bore it with such courage and
.,.s-,,.ion-we might almost say with such cheerful
so.s-tbat her friends confidently anticipated for her
,ny more wears OF health and useful labor some time
n, June however, while spending a few days with
send IN the country she exposed to maarious at
AnosDcre which brought severe chill, and that was
allowed v others which rapidly reduced her strength
from this attack she did not rally, and at last she was
aken Z, Newport in the hope that change OF air would
orove beneficial For time there was some hope OF her
coverv and even on the day before her death friend
who saw her then time since her Illness ex-
s,ressed the opinion that she might possibly live.
The life OF Miss Cary fnseparably blended with
shat OF Alice that their biography wonld seem
emost Identical she born Ave years later than her
stef they to write for the press at about the
rame tue and during the twenty-five years that their
namea were before the public as authors they so
closely associated that thought OF without
so thinking Of the other And yet in spite OF the mutual
ympahy that bound them to each other so closely they
very unlike not only in person, but in mental con
tituton Suoh the difference in their style that no
poem of the attributed, even in moment
of fOrgetfulness to the other
Born in 1875, eight miles north Of Cincinnati, she first
became known 10 the public contributor to the perl
odicals OF tho Unversast denomination, and aerward
core widely a writer in TIE National Era at Wash
ngtOn She written less eopiousy than her sis
e and almost nothing in prose. OF the Poems OF Alice
and Ph0be Cary" published in Philadelphia in $780, only
about one-third written by the last named. Her
next venture was in "POems and Parodies," volume
al her Own, published by Tcknor Fields in 1854; but
Dter latest and best work Poems Of Faith Hope
snd Love-" published by Hurd & HoughtOn in 1868. We
ave said her latest and yet must not forget the I'M
ortsnt aid she rendered Deems the compilation
f"Hymns for. all Christians" published by Hurd &
IoughtOn in 1862 Her poems marked by a buOyant
lth. sunny philosophy, and hearty Independence OF
hammer. which succeeded in affecting, and
one who possesses them could afford to barter for
wealth or fame.
Phoebe came to New-York with Alice in 1852 or 1885,
and here they lived together until they so lately
separated by death. Few homes are more attractive
than theirs for many years 10 those who were
fortunate 20 share its gracious hospitality. Mr.
ireeey, In his sketch Of the sisters in the Eminent
Women of the Age" says: "Their parlor was not so
large others, but quite neat and cheerful;
and the few literary persons ARTISTS who occasionally
met their informal invitation, to discuss with them
cup Of tea aud the newest books poems and events,
n!yht have found more prctentous but Few more
enjoyable gatherings. have q dim recollection that
Che frat OF these little teapartes held two flights
OF stairs in of the less fashionable sections OF the
city; good things were said there that recall with
pleasure even yet; while Of some of the company, on
whom have since eyes, cherish pleasant ana
grateful remembrance As their circumstances grad
aly though slowly improved by dnt of dhgent indus
try and judcious economy they occupied more eligible
quarters and the modest dwelling they have for some
years owned and improved in the heart Of this en-
,orum has long been known to the literary guild as
combining Of the best private libraries with the SUD
n,es drawing room (even by gasight) to be found be-
tween Kings Bridge and the Battery" To the evening
gatherings here alluded to, Phoebe contributed many at
fractions OF mind person, and accomplishment In her
presence every guest however obscure or humble was
made 70 feel perfectly home, and her genial wit
sparkled and coruscated to the delight of all around
her Her repartee often cut like Damascus blade On
one occasion, certain weknOwn actor then recently
deceased and conspicuous for his professional
skill than dis private virtues was discussed I'VE
shall never" remarked one. " see - again
"No" quickly responded Phoebe, not until we 20 10
the pit" Her conversation aboundcd in turns as quick
and sharp this but her wit never used to wound
any one
would be pleasant if we had space, TO cite few o.
her best poems as Illustrations Of her power and style
There are many which tho world will not willingly let
die and which will be read with eager appreciation long
after mortal frame has mingled with Its kindred
dust Her religious sentiments deep and strong
her faith in the Eternal Goodness unwavering. Edu
Gated in the faith Of Unversasm, she believed to the
last In the final salvation of all Gods children On this
subject she spoke to the writer with great dstlhctnS
and emphasis only a few weeks before her death ana
once she indicated her faith by repeating with approba-
ton the remark OF who said in reply 10 the afgu-
ment In favor OF endless misery, " Well II Goo ever
sends IRE into such misery, know He Will give me
constitution it," And yet her spirit was so cath
Ole that she could worship and commune Win 'hose
whose creeds differed widely from her own
One az her hymns iavorite ia many Chlls'h iahi-
lies and oongregationwe must quote, not only for its
own sake but there is story connected WIN IL
tlat we wish TO tell
NEARER HONE
Ore sweetly solemn thought
Comes 10 me Ger and GER
m nearer Iny home to-day
Than ever have been before;
Nearer my Fathers house.
Where the many mansions be;
Nearer the great white throne,
Nearer the crystal sea;
Nearer the hound of life,
Where we lay our burdens down
Nearer leaving the cross
Nearer gaining the crown
But the waves of that silent sea
Roll dark before my sight,
That brightly the Diner eii7
Break a shore OF light
O. II my mortal feet
Have almost gained the brink,
II IL be am nearer home
Even to-day than think,
Father perfect nay trust
Let my spirit feel in death
That her feet firmly set
On the Rock OF living faith
A Gentleman in China, ntrusted with packages for
Young man from his friends in the United States,
learned that he would probably be found in a certain
gambling house He went thither but not seeing the
Young man. sat down and waited In the hope that he
might come in. The place bedlan OF noises
getting angry their cards and frequently coming
10 blows Near him sat two men-One young the other
40 years Of age. They betting and drinking in
terrb e way the older giving uerance continually
10 the foulest profanity. Two games had finished
the young losing each time The third game. with
fresh bottles Of brandy, had just begun, and the
vounO ma sat laZiy back In chair while tba