The Republican journal., 1914-12-24

very devoted wife and mother she will h,
greatly missed in her home. and much sympa.
thy is extended to the bereaved family, Sbs
three sons, Arthur Perkins by former mar.
riage; Warren Collins of Jamaica Plain. Mass
Harry Collins of Stockton; by one daughter
Miss Zillah Collins of Stockton; one sister
Mrs Josephine Parsons of Stockton; one broth.
er, Mr. Fred Pressey Of Westbrook, and by
four grandchildren. The remains were taken
to Castine Dec. 9th and placed in the tomb
for interment there in the spring.
Joseph H. Norwood died Dec. 18th at his
home in Camden after an illness Of several
months. For many years he lived in Rock
port, though native of Camden, but removed
to Camden several years ago to live in the old
Norwood place on Elm street. He was for
many wears connected with the firm Of Carle-
ton Norwood & Co. of Rockport, but retired
some time ago. He was a man of highest
character and integrity and very devoted to
his home and family. He was always a social,
genial gentleman and had q wide circle of
friends. Funeral services were held Dec. 18th,
conducted by Rev. Henry Jones. The deceased
leaves wife; one son, DR.. J. F. Norwood of
Camden, and one daughter, Mrs Sumner T.
Packard of Brockton, Mass.
Emery Parker, an old and esteemed citizen of
Lincolnville, who had been in failing health
for some time. died Dec. 9Th, aged 80 years.
He was man of highest integrity and will be
greatly missed by his many friends well as
his family. The funeral service, held at the
M. E. church Dec. 10th, was largely attended,
Rev S. E. Frohock of Camden officiating in a
most appreciative manner. Among the rela-
tives attending from out ot town were his son,
Frank Parker of Poughkeepsie, N. Y, Mrs.
Sadie Perry of Dorchester, Mass, and Mrs. A.
S. Heal of Belfast. There was beautiful dis
play of floral tributes.
Herbert L. Mayo died Dec. 18th at his home
on Mayo street after long illness. He was
born in Belfast Sept. 25, 1861, the son of the
late James C. and Isabella Severance Mayo.
and had always lived in this city and on the
home place. He never married and is sur
vived by one brother Frank H. Mayo of this
city. For many years, or as long as he was
able, he eworked in the shoe factory. He was
retiring in disposition and enjoyed the re-
spect of all who knew him. The funeral took
place at his late home Sunday at l p M, Rev.
Walter F. Sturtevant. Baptist. officiating. The
interment will be in Grove cemetery.
Capt. Isaiah L. Chapman died Dec. 18th at
his home in Bangor, aged 81 years. He COM
manded some of the famous clipper ships sail
ing from Boston and New York. He circum-
navigated the globe several times. He was
offered the command of ocean liners but re-
mained in sailing craft until he retired. His
last command was the bark Penobscot, built
for him it 1878. His home was in Bucksport
nearly all his life and he was the Oldest mem
ber of Felicity Lodge of Masons of that town.
He is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Edgar F.
Brewer of Bangor.
George F, Parker died Dec. 18th at his home
in Bucksport, aged 81 years. He was born in
Bucksport, was lifelong resident and a
highly respected citizen. He was the son of
George W. Parker and Laura B. Parker. He
leaves Cnree SlsteIS, MIS- MliidIu bo", Mloo
Myra Parker and Miss Fannie Parker, all resi-
dents of Bucksport, and two brothers, Capt.
Edward Parker and Alvah Parker. Mr., Parker
was for many years carpenter, and for thirty
years was in the government employ civil
engineer on the harbors, etc.
Earl Bowden, a well known resident of Or
land. dropped dead Dec. 18th while eating din
ner at the home of Frank Hutchins in Penob-
scot. DIR. Wardwell was called and pronounc-
ed the cause of death to be apoplexy. He was
62 years old, was a widower, and leaves a
daughter and one sister. Mrs George Grindle
of West Penobscot.
Capt Abram W. Fletcher died at 80 p; m.
Dec 18th at the home of his daughter
Mrs J. S, Paul.in Pennington, Me. He served
as captain of Co.. A. 26th regiment, Maine In
fantry in the Civil war, and was the last line
officer of the regiment. Funeral services were
held at the church in Burnham village. Dec.
21st.
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