The daily morning journal and courier., 1904-10-19
DEATH OF WILLIS E. MILLER
PASSED 0UIEFLYAWAYYESTER-
 DAY AFTERNOON.

 Was One of New Haven's Most PromI-
 nent Business Men-President of n
 Number of Large Concerns, Including
 Henry Hooker Carriage Company,
 Hygienic Ice Company, and Various
 others-One of the Leading Members
 of Trinity F. E. Church. ~a
 In the death of Willis E. Miller, which occurred at his home, 422 Orange street, at 5:25 o'clock yesterday afternoon, New Haven loses one of it's most rep resentative citizens. Mir. Miller had been critically ill for some time and the end came quietly, and when sur rounded by his family he passed away. The sad news of his demise will be learned with deep regret by his host of friends, although his death has been expected for several days. During his last illness MT. Miller had been con- stantly attended by his family and Dr. Whittemore, and all that medical skill and loving care and patience could do was unavailing to save the valued life.
 MT. Miller had been troubled with a complication of diseases, and has not been well for the past three months, although he has been confined to his home not more than three weeks. His illness was not at first considered seri- ous, but he failed rapidly.
 MT. Miller was one of the best known business men in the state, and his opinion and Judgment on all business matters was much sought after. Iden- tified with large number of business enterprises himself, he accumulated quite a fortune. The deceased was president of the Henry Hooker com- pany on State street, manufacturers Carmel Axle works.
 He began as hammerman's helper in the Mt. Carmel Axle works over fifty years ago, and rose through intermedi- ate positions to be sole owner-since 1893. At one time few years ago he was connected with thirty different in- terests, as president, treasurer, director, eXecutor or trustee. He was treasurer of Trinity Episcopal parish, this city, a director in the City bank, president of the Palladium company, president of the Mount Carmel Bolt company, pres ident of the W. w. Woodruff company of Mount Carmel, also of the Mount Carmel Manufacturing company; was treasurer of the Hygieric Ice company and lately extended his plant to An sonia, where he purchased property, and in addition to all these he was also identified with number of other bus mess enterprises in various parts of the state. He was president of every manufacturing concern in Mount Car mel except one, the H. D. Clark silk mill, of which he was trustee.
 Willis D. Miller was born in Wood bridge on the Perry Farm, sixty-tive years ago. At an early age he showed unusual interest in business matters, All his ventures turned out well and h esooll became a eading business man in this state. MT. Miller was early identified with Ives. Miller & Go. of Mt Carmel, where he proved himself very valuable member of the concern.
 When a young man he married Miss Mary Bradley of Mount Carmel. Com ing to this city, MT. Miller commenced to branch out in a number of business enterprises, all of which proved most successful Upon the death of Edwin Marble, MT. Miller was elected president of the Henry Hooker cnpany, which position he was holding at the time ot hit death. .@a
 The deceased was much interested ir charitable work and was exceedingly popular with all who knew him. In addition to being treasurer of Trinity P. E. church, MT. Miller was also chairman of it's finance committee and also one of the vestrynle1l.
 As a shrewd, honest business man MT. Miller had few equals in the state His opinions and advice have often been sought by others and they have been cheerfully given. He had been a faith ful citizen and good neighbor, but above all he had lived good honest Christian life, and had been man of mature judgment and ability.
 The deceased belonged to number of clubs and societies and was a popular and beloved member.
 MT. Miller is survived by his wife and two daughters, Miss Gertrude and Miss Mabel Miller. Since about 1871, when he removed from Mount Car mel, he has resided at 423 Orange street, corner of Trumbull street, which he purchased when he removed there.
 Arrangements for the funeral have not been completed. The interment will be in Centerville cemetery in the fam fly plot.
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