The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1905-09-11

and attentive audiences.
In private and social life Mr.. Butter
worth displayed cheerfulness.
kindness and even sweetness OF DISPOSE
ton and urbanity OF manner though in
all matters OF conscience possessing in
flexible strictness and 1rmness. He was
self-poiscd. strong and faithful In his per-
sonal friendships, a man upon whom
others could lean and In whom they could
cOnfde. Many persons with whom he
came I'm contact during his varied duties.
especially while for ~ years serving as
an editor Of the youths Companion"
and who now occupy useful and otherwise
important places I'm various walks OF
life realize with gratitude that what they
nave become is in large measure the re-
suit OF his care for their welfare. The
poor ne never turned from his gate and
the widow and the fatherless arise and
call him blessed" And in every other
relation OF life served as a true Chris
tian gentleman, "a pillar in the temple"
"a strong stan, IA beautiful rod" His
heart remained young To the last and he
can well be imagined as being busy now.
, with his wonted industry acquainting
himself with his new surroundings.
Il cannot say. and ! will not say.
That he is dead; he is just away.
I With a CHEEKY smile and a wave OF the
hand,
He wandered into an unknown land.
And left us dreaming. how very fair
IL need must he, since he fingers there"
There Is comfort I'm the thought that
the beloved one still lives In the grateful
remembrance OF many who are comforted.
upheld and blessed by an example OF faith
full service for God and humanity.
Death has made no Breach
In love and sympathy, in hope and trust,
No outward sign or sound our ears can
reach,
But. there's an inward spiritual speech
That greets us still, though mortal
tongues be dead.
And bids us do the work that he laid
down"
President Love of the Peace union being
unable TO take part by his presence In
the funeral services in honor of his for
mer esteemed friend and efficient CO.
worker, sent a written tribute which was
read 10 those assembled by Rev. Mr.. Wat
jen. one of the officiating clergymen and
pastor Of the First Baptist church. War
rem, in which he services were held. II
was addressed TO the bereaved family.
being In part as follows:
How can ] fttingly convey my sorrow
at the loss OF one OF my dearest friends
How can ] tell you and the world how
highly | appreciate his rare character and
virtues. Let me come very near YOU
In sympathy. I'm affection. In admiration.
bih W " " I1tdNfIlN II I1ftI
for his benefcent gift.
He was a vice president Of the Univer-
sal Peace union and was always ready to
help us. what a time for him to leave
this life, just as the great treaty between
Russia and Japan IL signed. How he
laborcd with US TO prevent and then TO
close the appalling war. There Is i'm Il
all a memorable coincidence. II all marks
q notable event in history. lis grand
vsnVls and laknrg rrnurpnI v.isN at,..r~.
and his translation comes with peace.
"Cur whole peace society will mourn
with the countless friends who have ad-
mired and loved him. His nature was SO
full OF affection. HIS very presence made
JOY and peace. His clear and gentle voice
always drew us near 10 the truth. Tho
magnetism ~ his spirituality was so true
TO nature that n Joined hearts in one
united brotherhood
please convey to those who may gather
at the sad parting the ono thought that
s~ustains me and / trust will comfort
many.
God calls his loved ones.
But we lose not wholly
What He hath given;
They live on earth In thought
And deed ~ truly
As In His heaven.
II have his last beautiful letter. where
he said he feared he could not attend
our recent seth anniversary OF the Univer-
sal Peace union. and 80 IL n treasure and
of real strength.
IL wish ON my own behalf. and tina OF
nv associates I'm the peace union. TO again
endorse all that has been said by our
president and others relative 20 the noble
life. hlgh character and the efficient ser
vices rendered by the faithful friend. who
g. Lost awhile.
None knew him but 20 love him
None named him but 10 praise"
FRANCIS GALLAGHER.
Providence. Sept. 2. 1915.
The Opttmfst-Finc day, isn't IT.