The Washington herald., 1907-04-19

ability. and her natural qualities as an or
ganizer have resulted in her being chosen
president OF several societies, including
the Woman's Home Missionary Society.
The family consists Of two sons, Ebert
who is practicing law in New York, and
Francis b, who Is a member OF the
sophomore class at Yale. It was said yes
terday by one who had followed closely
Dr. Hamlins career that one Of his most
remarkable achievements was the paying
of the indebtedness of his church.
This amounted to about 1850. and DR..
HamliR, by his personal efforts, succeeded
in obtaining subscriptions covering the
entire sum.
In all respects the affairs of the church
are in excellent condition, and the Church
Of the Covenant, under the lamented pas
tors guidance. was considered one OF the
best conducted in the city.
MOurned by All.
Expressions of the deepest regret and
regard were heard on all sides yesterday
at his sudden death. Gen. Foster was
among those who spoke feelingly Of DR..
Hamlin and his work, saying that "No
man was more charitable. energetic, or
scholarly. 20
Commissioner BIacfarland. who is one
Of the trustees of the Church of the Cove
nant. and has been for many years an
intimate friend OF Or. Hamlin. said yes
terday:
DIR. HamIin's death Is not only a
great loss to the Church Of the Covenant
and the Presbyterian Church generally,
but to the National Capital and the coun-
try. Devoted pastor as he was, eff
J cient and successful in the upbuilding of
the Church Of the Covenant TO an an
usual degree, and q leader in the Presby-
terrain Church al large. he had a hne ap-
probation OF his duties as a citizen Of
Washington, and never failed 20 perform
them. He took an interest in all our az
fairs, and gave generously Of his time and
money TO every civic endeavor. He left a
noble reputation for altruistic service in
many fields, and a high example worthy
10 be copied. Among the many men here
who always respond promptly to every
call from the Commissioners Tor public
duty, none was more quick or jealous
/ in his response. l cannot speak Of our
personal sorrow or sympathy with hts
bereaved family
Loss to Community.
Simon Wolf voiced his surprise and sor-
row in the following words:
The death of Dr. Hamlin has come IN
the nature Of a great shock II is a loss
to the community which cannot for a long
time be made up While 1 am not a
member of the faith in which DR. Hamlin
was such a conspicuous figure. I have al
ways recognized in him and in his work
that splendid kinship of right and justice
which should mark all in their comrade-
ship and devotion TO the highest ideals"
President Thirkield, of Howard Univer-
sity. also paid a high tribute TO Dr. Ham
Inns character.
Rev Donald c. Macleod, pastor OF the
First Presbyterian Church, said
Il can hardly express my appreciation
of the work which has been done by Dr.
Hamlin. His death win be Il severe blow
to the presbytery of Washington, and his
place will be one that will be most diff
cult Of filling He was a student phil
anthrOpist and a ChuTChman OF the high
est type. May we see many Of his kind
for the benefit of the world
Rev. NJ. Ross Fishburn. pastor OF the
Mount Pleasant Congregational Church.
saic:
"Dr Hamlin's death Is to be a personal
loss He was my friend during my early
pastorate here. and helped me in a thou
sand ways to perform my duties. He has
always been a friend 10 my church. In
which he has spoken many times. and my
congregation viii feel his loss deeply. His
was a sterling character, and one that
win be remembered for a long time
Admired by MethOdists.
Dr. Frank NJ Bristol. pastor OF the
Metropolitan Memorial Methodist Eplsco-
pal Church, expressed his sorrow in the
following words:
Or Hamlins death IS a personal loss
to me. He was regarded by MethOdists
at large as their friend and co-worker
because Of his catholicity of spirit and
eagerness TO forward any good move
ment. His ministry was successful IN
every way. and his death is a loss to all
Christian people of Washington. DR..
Hamlins reputation was not confined to
localities. however, as his reputation as a
scholar and divine was national"
Rabbi Abraham Simon. Of the Washing
ton Hebrew Congregation. added his voice
TO the universal expression of regret when
he said:
THE death of DR.. Hamlin IS a personal
q
ton I felt the interest Of his spirit which
pervaded the community. Ali his best
work was done here and for our good.
He was benevolent, well-poised, cultured,
and scholarly. There is some service in
the thought that his last mission on earth
was that of delegate TO the Peace Con-
gress. Peace to him and green hon.
age to hts memory,
On Board of Visitors.
Rev DIT. Hamhn had been a member of
/ the board Of visitors Of the Government
Hospital for the Insane for six years. and
was devoted TO the welfare Of that lnsti-
/ tuition
[ He familiarIzed himself with its man.
agement in al the details and gave his
time freely to promoting its interests. He
was one Of the most active and efficient