The Republican journal. [volume] (Belfast, Me.) 1829-current, 1900-11-01

Suoe lldHuldctOIy tilu repair UuSlucSS VI
Bird 4 Adams. He lived for many years
in what is known as the Mansfield house, on
what is now the corner of Mechanic and
Washington streets. In 1887 he built
house-his late pleasant home-on Pearl
street The grounds consisted of two adjoin-
ing lots, which he converted into garden,
in which he took much interest. In recent
years he has employed much of his time in
his fine, well cultivated grounds. He was
man of few words, of quiet demeanor,
though possessed of genial nature, al
ways having pleasant greeting for all
with whom he met. One of his prominent
characteristics, noticeable to those with
whom he associated in business or social
life. was his carefulness that statements
he might make, whether verbal or written,
should be correct in every particular. His
kindly nature prompted many acts of
kindness. He had strong attachment for
kindred and friends. He was one of those
who, in their departure from earthly scenes,
take from their friends Il large portion of
their ''little wurld,'' leaving to them that
hard lesson to learn, submission, and how
to live without them. A eulogy from a
brothers standpoint would be needless. A
gentleman whose acquaintance with the
deceased extended through many years,
recently said to the writer: 'Charles' life
has been honor exemplified, his word was
as good as gold, he is free from deceit, his
or ever had, an enemy" There were many
expressions of sympathy and grief when it
became known that he was rapidly nearing
the end. He was very patient and uncom-
planning throughout, and his going out was
peaceful, leaving to his friends the comfort
ing assurance that all was well with him.
His wife finds consolation in the thought
that she did all in her power for his COM
fort The only son, George, who was en-
ployed in Massachusetts,, returned to be
with his father during his last illness. Two
brothers of the deceased survive him, John
c. Heath of WoonSocket, r. l., and j. F.
Heath of East Thorndike. The former at
tended the funeral, the latter was debarred
from being present on account of a serious
accident. The floral offerings were beaut-
full and appropriate The interment was at
Mountain cemetery. Rev. V. P. Wardwell,
Methodist, whose visits were much appre-
ciated in the last illness-otficiated at the
funeral.
Frederic II. Francis, the well-known shoe
dealer, died at his home with his sister,
Mrs. H. NJ. Prentiss, No. 26 Court street
Tuesday morning, after a long illness. He
was born in Rockland, Mass, a son of
Thomas F. and Marilla L. G. Francis In
early life he worked in shoe factories in
Rockland and other Massachusetts shoe
towns, and came to Belfast in 1876 to take
position in the shoe factory. He was after
wards in charge of the manufacture of
Women's and childrens shoes, when that
department was first established in the Bel
fast factory. Later he formed a partnership
with his employer, the late o. G. Critchett,
and the firm opened shoe store in the Hay
ford block, subsequently moving to the
Howes' block on Main street Mr.. Critchett
sold out after a few years, and the firm
name was changed to f. H. Francis Il Co
Mr.. Francis was an honorable, conscientious
merchant, and customers could rely upon
whatever he said about the quality of his
goods. lie was social and companionable
and strictly honest in all his dealings He
was an ardent fisherman, and was one of
the prime movers in stocking Swan Lake
with trout and salmon He was active in
the forma ton of the Waldo Fish and Game
Protective Association, and did all in his
power to improve inland fisheries and to
create an interest in the sport. He was a
member of Timothy Chase Lodge of Ma
sous. Since he first came to Belfast he has
been subject to hemorrhages, and his
strength has gradually failed, but he had
wonderful courage and perseverance,, and
kept about his business long after many
others would have given up. His father
died before the family came to Belfast, and
his mother died in March, 1896. He leaves
an only sister, Mrs. Sara Prentiss of this
city He was unmarried. A large circle of
friends mourn the loss of one whom it was
ever a pleasure to meet. The funeral will
be held this, Thursday, forenoon at II A. M.
Rev. Geo S. Mills will otticiate The burial
will be at Abingdon, Mass.
CaleD Lamp, postmaster dl centre BEL
mont, was found dead in his bed last Thurs
day morning. He had been in his usual
health, and no trouble was suspected until
he failed to appear as usual in the morning
and his son went to his room to call him.
and found that he had passed away. A
physician and Coroner Coombs were sent
for, and it was decided that death was the
result of heart disease and that an inquest
was unnecessary. Mr.. Lamb was born in
SearsmOnt, son of Caleb and Ruth Lamb
He spent several years i'll the mines in Cali
fornia, and then settled ON farm in Bel
mont He was charter member of Mystic
Grange, and when the grange store was es-
tablished he was placed in charge. About
years ago he bought out the business and
had since continued it. He has been post
master at Centre Belmont since the Office was
established, about IL years. His wife, now
deceased, was Augusta Mariner of Sears
mont. He leaves three sons and two
daughters: Alfred f. Lamb of Everett,
Mass, Mrs. Ida NJ. Carsley of New Glouces-
ter, Me-, Hollis NJ, Bert f. and Lillian A.
Lamb, who live on the home farm in Bel
mont; also one brother, George Lamb of
Alabama, and a sister, Mrs. Josephine Don