New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1894-04-24

BROOKLYN and New-Orleans surface roads In
the recent issue Of bonds by the Government the
Seligmans were generous subscribers
Mr. Selignan was prominent member OF the
Republican party, and for many years belonged
TO the Union League Club. He resigned year
ago, when his son Theodore was blackbaHed
He was a conscientious adherent TO the Hebrew
faith. and was a prominent member OF the rem
pie Emanuel congregation. He was one OF the
founders OF the Hebrew Orphan Asylum ana Oh
the MOntclOre Home. lie was an active Woikcl
in many other charitable organizations ana MS
berality to all deserving institutions was large
He trustee u the Metropolitan Museum OF
Art member Of the Geographical Society. ana
trustee Of the American Museum o. Natural
History. His family consisted Of his WIFE three
sons and three daughters.
Mr. Seligman's wealth is estimated at various
figures. 1t is known that 1t runs far up into the
millions He had many opportunities TO make
money which he never failed 10 grasp. ana Whi'e
he often succeeded where others failed, he never
put his hand to any undertaking that was not
legitimate, and his reputation among his asso-
clatcs in Wall Street Is unblemshed Inc an
nouncement Of his death was received In the
street with sincere regret, and in social, CLUB
charitable and other circles. where he was so
well known and liked. his death caused many
expressions Of heartfelt sorrow.
Mr.. Scligman had been far from well for sew
eral months. and on the advice Of his physician
he went to California ten days ago. lie had
some trouble with his heart, and II is supposed
that this Of the causes Of his death
His wife and two daughters were with him at
the end. and two Of his sons were in Chicago, and
are now on their way TO California, having been
telegraphed for on account Of the serious turn
his condition took Sunday. The arrangements
have not yet been made for his funeral but his
body will doubtless be brought to this city.
RESOLUTIONS BY REPUBLICANS.
The Committee Of Thirty's subcommittee or
ganizaton yesterday adopted the following reso-
lutions on the death OF Jesse Seligman:
The sudden death Of our fellow-member. Jesse
Seligman. removes an earnest and patriotic citizen
active for half century. Loyal to his faith, his
country. his family. his friends and his political
party, his Industrious life has been a model and an
example. Always a fearless champion OF good gov
rupion IN any shape. this committee feels hon
ored by his cordial approval Of their course. and
know words In which httingly to express their
sorrow at his unexpected demise.
Resolved That the committee attend his funeral
in a body.
Resolved. That n copy OF this minute be trans.
mtted to the family OF the late Jesse Seligman.
The committee Of Thirty Republicans Of the Hid
Assembly District last night adopted these reso-
! lutions:
Whereas. II has pleased Divine Providence &c
| remove from our midst Jesse Segman and.
Whereas. jesse Segman by long life Of probity
| integrity and honesty. has endeared himself tC
| the citizens Of the community in which he lived
and w his liberal gifts TO all worthy charities ha:
Whereas. jesse Selgman in his lifetime ar
| active and conscientious Republican, therefore
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Resolved ny the Republicans Of the It'd As
! scmhy District I'm convention assembled that they
| lament the death Of such "A worthy and philan
| thropic citizen and earnest Republican. and ex
! tend their coincidence to the bereaycd family O
| the deceased