Daily Republican. [volume] ([Wilmington, Del.]) 1874-1890, 1884-01-19

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his opinions, were they published,
would he Of the greatest benefit TO the
legal profession.
Benjamin Nields, Esq, said that
Judge Bradford was one Of the purest
men he ever knew; he was man with
out blemish on his character, and
universally respected and belo we'd by
all who knew him. As an attorney he
was earnest and persevering, and as q
Judge he was fair, impartial and honest
In all his decisions. Every one who
came before him had patient hearing,
and their cause was decided in accord
ance with its merits. While Mr.. Nields
was speaking, he was visibly affected,
and when he closed he said in broken
tones, he was my friend and mourn
his loss"
Hon. Charles B. Lore said that there
were times when little child could
lead men, and this seemed like one of
them, as they stand almost at the open
grave of the deceased Judge. Mr..
Lore referred to a political speech he
heard Judge Bradford make, before the
principles of the Republican party were
known, and said that although he went
to the meeting with all his feelings
against the party, and attracted only
by curiosity to hear what he would
say, he left it with the firm conviction
that, right or wrong he was seriously in
earnes'. He felt glad that he was per
mitted to pay his tribute to the deceas-
ed, as a learned and earnest advocate,
and an impartial Judge, and lift were
written on his tombstone, here lies
an honest man, it would express all
that could be desired.
j Alexander Fulton, ESD, of Dover,
said that it had not been his privilege
to be acquainted with Judge Bradford,
and previous to his being raised to the
bench, but after that time he had known
him intimately. He spoke of trial in
which he had been engaged before
Judge Bradford that lasted nine days,
and during that time he was greatly
impressed with his legal abilities and
superior attainments. Mr.. Fulton also
spoke of his domestic life, and said that
around his own tireside his social quail
tiles showed the brightest.
Remarks were also made by j. II.
Hotfecker, Jr., and George W. Massey,
Esqs. after which the chairman said he
had received two kilograms which he
would read. The first was from Sena-
tor Bayard, at Washington, regretting
his inability to be present, and the 9TH
or was from George Fl. Bates, Esq, who
is now in New York, stating that he
would not be ableto return in time to
attend the meeting.
Judge Wales said the resolutions
which have been read, and the feeling
aud eloquent remarks which have been
made, do no more than justice to the
memory of Judge Bradford, and I can
only add my sincere testimony to the
truth OF all that has been said in his
praise. | enjoyed the privilege of an
Intimate acquaintance with him for
many years, all this time residing in the
same town with him, and therefore had
the best opportunities of knowing much
bout his social professional and official
life. His quick intelligence, warm and
generous impulses and buoyant spirit
made him del ghtful companion
Within my observation there was no
one more scrupulously honest and con-
C el1ipus. In all matter, Of public bust
ness or judicial integrity there was never
any doubt as to what course he would
take. His brethren and the public
were always assured that it would be
the right one.
That he might adopt erroneous views
on legal or public questions are possible,
but it was never suggested that he would
do 80 from prejudice or improper mo-
tives. He was too proud to descend to
any doubtful or questionable ways Of
reaching even just ends; too high mind
Ell to forfeit his self-respect and the good
opinion of his fellow citizens. He was
honorably ambitious without having
the naughty heart or the lofty eyes.
Comparing himself with other men, he
was often self-depreciating, and was
willing to See and acknowledged nothers
merits whether he agreed with him in
opinion OrnOt. He succeeded very
pure and able judge, and after a service
Of twelve years on the bench he lall
aside the robes of Office as stainless as
when he first put them on.
The purpose Of meetings like the pre-
s'nt one is not on y to pay deserved
tribute OF respect to the memory of "a
distinguished brother, but at the same
time to keep up the standard of profess J
slonal conduct and excellence, by ex-
hlblting for admiration and imitation
the examples of such men as Judge |
Bradford Learning and eloquence
may give brilliant reputation,
but unless these are united with
honest aims and honorable courses
they will not command regard and con-
hdence in their possessor, or entitle
him to that cordial expression of APP
prevail which was awarded to JuHg
during his life, and now follows
hin to the grave.
When Judge Wales concluded, George
Gray, Esq, offered motion, that was
adopted, that those present attend the
funeral in body. He also said that
while was on his feet he would add his
,ribute to the worth of the deceased land
an eloquent eulogy to his
memory, aud his many excellent quail
les as citizen, an attorney and a
Judge
William G. Whiteley, Esq, moved
hat committee of one be appointed to
resent the solutions to the L. s.
COURTS of the District of Delaware, and
. the State Courts of New Castle
county. The motion was carried, and
he chairman appointed United State.
District Attorney Patterson to attend to
hat duty.
Tho meeting then adjourned, and the
mem bers of the bar took carriages that
we're In waiting and proceeded to the
louse Of the deceased.
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