The Press., 1900-05-31
MONSON,

MONsON.
 The citizens of Monson are again called o mourn the loss of prominent and re- ,pected resident. By the death of s. F Jushman, which occurred last Saturday forenoon, we lose man who deserved the universal respect and regard in which he was held. When a man passes away and all classes of people express regret, there are reasons for the general sorrow thus made manifest. In the case of MT. Cushman, the fact that he was consci- entious Christian gentleman is the prima- ry cause of the esteem felt for him. 1t is impossible to go into the details of the manly attributes and generous deeds of this man, who will be kindly remembered by all who have enjoyed his acquaintance, and held in loving remembrance by his personal friends and relatives. While space or time will not permit record of his many charitable deeds and helpful words, it is eminently fitting that brief study should be made of his leading char acteristics These characteristics having won for him the respect and esteem of his fellow men 1t is fair to suppose that his virtues predominated and a review of these qualities may prove helpful. One | of his most noticeable traits was his un- failing courtesy. A leader of men and
 occupying high social position, he was
 easily approached, and the same cheerful
 courtesy was awarded to all men. The
 wealth which he won by his industry and
 business ability, made 1t possible for him
 to exercise his generosity. MT. Cushmau
 was never found wanting, either in public
 benefactions or in the relief of private
 necessity. He led clean, wholesome
 life and died peacefully, without pain, ir the home he loved so we'll. As busi
 ness man he was upright and methodical
 enjoying the respect of all with whom ht
 came in touch. In the public offices, tt
 which he was called to serve from time
 to time, he gave the same careful atten tion to details and the same dignity o action which characterized his business : career. His love for home and famil, made his home life all that could be de sired. He will be missed in his church his home, in the institutions of which h was an officer, and in the town, where h . had been an active factor for so man : years. Mir. Cushman was worthy ex ponent of New England manhood; strong
 erect, and we'll built physically, mentall balanced, with strength of character t match his physical attributes, he did hi . work well and has gone to his rest. Tn - cause of his death was the shock sustain ed Sunday, May 20, from which he neve , rallied.
 . Solomon F. Cushman was born { u Monson, Maine, November IS, 192' After attending the district schools - spent two terms at the academy in h o native town, and in his eighteenth yes j. embarked in the lumber business. Aft j. five years in the lumber business he toe 7- a clerkship in a store at Monson, Me 7- and later was employed in 8 similar c , pacity in Palmer. In 1856 he came l. Monson in the employ of the Monst 10 Woolen company, and ten years lat l. took partnership with the late Horat l. Lyon, who had been one of the origin D. members of the company, and whose 1 10 terest MT. Cushman purchased in 187 h- He prospered in business and in 1Se 'o when the factory burned down, the pre-
 ent commodious plant was built to tai
 it's place. As the business grew he too
 his sons into partnership and operat .- under the firm name of s. F. Cushman
 Sons. Another factory was bought 1t South Monson and was operated by t $ family until recently and is still a part IL the estate. MT. Cushman was mari n Nov. 16, 1852, to Miss Candace Bro s Packard and commenced housekeeping ,o Monson, Me-, where the ceremony to t. place. Mrs. Cushman died Septemt r. 10, 1890, in her slxty-tirst year. \ le Cushman had served the town as sele O. man, and was member of the house
 Representatives in 1881 and 1883. ls was a member of the state senate in 18 . ~ He was trustee of the Monson savir ,d bank and for many years its preside ,e He was director and vice-president ut the national bank, and had been treasu g, of the public library since it's organi ed tion. He had been a trustee of Mons e. academy for many years, and held ms l other honorable positions. He lea
 one daughter, Miss Hattie Cushman, a N five sons. Edward, Rufus F., s. Fr i'd Thadeus L. ,~and Robert, all of whom or side in Monson. The funeral was h rb Tuesday afternoon from the home, R
 F. s. Hatch officiating.
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