Brownstown Banner newspaper, Brownstown, IN
Thursday 21 September 1876; Page 5, Column 1
LOCAL MATTERS
In Memorium:
Father West Lee Wright died at Medora, Jackson County, Indiana, September 16th, 1876. He was born February 14th, 1803, in Wayne County, Kentucky. His father, William Wright, was a soldier of the Revolution, who moved to Washington County, Indiana, and settled near the town of Salem about the year 1808. Here Father Wright lived till his union in marriage with Miss Nancy Wright, September 30, 1824. He moved to Jackson County in 1832, and laid out the town of Medora in 1855.
He united with the Order of Odd Fellows at Brownstown about 30 years ago, and continued a member of the Lodge there during its existence; and, as an Ancient Odd Felow, he united with Medora Lodge, No. 349, at the time of its organization, June 20th, 1870. He remained a member thereof as long as he lived, and at the time of his death he was N. G. of said Lodge.
His Golden Wedding was celebrated by the Lodge, September 30, 1874, who presented the venerable brother with a beautiful gold mounted cane, and his estimable lady with a nice silver goblet, as a token of their respect and seteem. This was a pleasant occasion to all present, among whom were many of the aged settlers and pioneers of the vicinity.
Father Wright was of decided religious convictions, and many years ago he united with the Christian church. He was naturally inclined to express his thoughts in verse, and all his poems breathe the spirit of religion, temperance and morality. He thought and spoke frequently in regard to his death, even when in good health, and he made preparations for that great change with Christian calmness and hope; for he lived a died in the hope of a blissful immortality. In prospect of this he wrote two poems, which, at his request, were read and sung as mourners and friends stood around his grave. Copies of these poems are herewith furnished for publication. Thus calmly and peacefully passed away our venerable brother, leaving many relatives and friends to mourn his departure. He was interred in his family burying ground with appropriate ceremonies by the members of his Lodge, assisted by delegations of brethern from Seymour, Brownstown and Clear Spring, who kindly aided in paying the last tribute of respect to our departed brother.
Father Wright lived during an eventful period of the world's history, and he lived to behold many changes and improvements, in all of which he took a deep interest. In the cause of temperance, an in the prosperity of all societies having for their object the welfare of mankind, he also took a deep interest, and it gave him great pleasure to think that the order of which he was a member would stil continue to bless mankind after he had passed from earth.
In behalf of Medora Lodge, No. 349, we tender our heartfelt sympathy to our beloved sister, Nancy Wright, in her irrparable loss, and also to the children and other relatives of our departed brother in their bereavement.
W. H. Shortridge,
W. S. Turrell,
P. H. Oyler, Committee
A FAREWELL ODE - Composed by West Lee Wright, of Medora Lodge, No. 349, I.O.O.F., July 1875
Air: WINDHAM - Long Measure
Of worldly honors we claim none,
Our race on earth will soon be run;
With you, dear friends, in Medora,
Have only a short time to stay.
In Friendship, Love and Truth, we meet,
And cordially each other greet;
We love to meet you, one and all,
In our most grand and social hall.
Odd-fellowship we all enjoy,
Our social hours we do employ;
In friendship to each other greet,
When we walk in and take our seat.
Our opening ode, with great delight,
We sing together each Lodge night;
Led by one of our noble band -
A beacon of our Noble Grand.
Our chaplain, in his proper place,
Asks God to bless the human race
In every land, both far and near,
The same as those assembled here.
Attend to business, then proceed,
Inquire if any stand in need,
If so their wants are all supplied -
No worthy Brother is denied.
Our Orphan Fund is kept in store,
For our needy and our poor;
Orphans and widows we respect,
Their interest we'll not neglect.
Dear Brothers of our social band,
We give to you the parting hand -
Our feelings we cannot explain -
May never meet you here again.
Brothers and Sister will you save
And sing these verses at our grave.
This you will do, we humbly trust,
Tho' we must mingle with the dust.
We'll in our grave unconscious lay,
While you return to Medora;
While in the hall again you meet,
You will behold one empty seat.
This solemn warming left with you.
May cause surprise, although 'tis true
With you cannot much longer dwell -
Fraternally, dear friends, Farewell!
----------
THE CAR OF TIME
(Composed by West Lee Wright
on his birthday,
February 14, 1875)
Air: OLD BROWN HOMESTEAD
The car of time glides swiftly by, admits of no delay,
She takes her passengers on board and carries them away;
The God of Heaven, Conductor, Chief Ruler on the line -
The train has never yet been known to be behind the time.
Let us, dear friends, be ready with tickets in our hand,
Words plainly printed on them, Bound for the Holy Land;
Indorsed by the Conductor, first-class tickets without pay,
Insure a safe conveyance into eternal day.
Where there will be no darkness, as there will be no night;
There will be no need of sun or moon ever to give you light.
God once said, "Let there be light" - That light will e'er remain;
None ever call for tickets to return again.
First-class cars well furnished, with everything complete,
Where you will be politely invited to a seat;
And welcome approbation your ticket will command,
The Conductor will grant you a seat near to his own right hand.
In the Bible find time-table - go read the bill of fare,
For further information we advise you to go there,
Where you will find all the rules are written very plain,
And will remain on record till Christ shall come again.
The present time-table you now find on record,
We believe will continue till the coming of our Lord,
This dispensation then will close - an end to sin and strife -
Those holding first-class tickets will receive eternal life.
Eternal life and happiness will be a great reward,
To every true believer who loves and serves the Lord;
Forget it not, forget it not, we earnestly request,
Let us prepare on the links and square to live among the blest.
Where our troubles will be ended we'll meet to part no more,
With all the saints, both small and great, on Canaan's happy shore,
Those holding first-class tickets, each and every one of them,
Will be conducted to a seat in the New Jerusalem.
Thursday 21 September 1876; Page 5, Column 1
LOCAL MATTERS
In Memorium:
Father West Lee Wright died at Medora, Jackson County, Indiana, September 16th, 1876. He was born February 14th, 1803, in Wayne County, Kentucky. His father, William Wright, was a soldier of the Revolution, who moved to Washington County, Indiana, and settled near the town of Salem about the year 1808. Here Father Wright lived till his union in marriage with Miss Nancy Wright, September 30, 1824. He moved to Jackson County in 1832, and laid out the town of Medora in 1855.
He united with the Order of Odd Fellows at Brownstown about 30 years ago, and continued a member of the Lodge there during its existence; and, as an Ancient Odd Felow, he united with Medora Lodge, No. 349, at the time of its organization, June 20th, 1870. He remained a member thereof as long as he lived, and at the time of his death he was N. G. of said Lodge.
His Golden Wedding was celebrated by the Lodge, September 30, 1874, who presented the venerable brother with a beautiful gold mounted cane, and his estimable lady with a nice silver goblet, as a token of their respect and seteem. This was a pleasant occasion to all present, among whom were many of the aged settlers and pioneers of the vicinity.
Father Wright was of decided religious convictions, and many years ago he united with the Christian church. He was naturally inclined to express his thoughts in verse, and all his poems breathe the spirit of religion, temperance and morality. He thought and spoke frequently in regard to his death, even when in good health, and he made preparations for that great change with Christian calmness and hope; for he lived a died in the hope of a blissful immortality. In prospect of this he wrote two poems, which, at his request, were read and sung as mourners and friends stood around his grave. Copies of these poems are herewith furnished for publication. Thus calmly and peacefully passed away our venerable brother, leaving many relatives and friends to mourn his departure. He was interred in his family burying ground with appropriate ceremonies by the members of his Lodge, assisted by delegations of brethern from Seymour, Brownstown and Clear Spring, who kindly aided in paying the last tribute of respect to our departed brother.
Father Wright lived during an eventful period of the world's history, and he lived to behold many changes and improvements, in all of which he took a deep interest. In the cause of temperance, an in the prosperity of all societies having for their object the welfare of mankind, he also took a deep interest, and it gave him great pleasure to think that the order of which he was a member would stil continue to bless mankind after he had passed from earth.
In behalf of Medora Lodge, No. 349, we tender our heartfelt sympathy to our beloved sister, Nancy Wright, in her irrparable loss, and also to the children and other relatives of our departed brother in their bereavement.
W. H. Shortridge,
W. S. Turrell,
P. H. Oyler, Committee
A FAREWELL ODE - Composed by West Lee Wright, of Medora Lodge, No. 349, I.O.O.F., July 1875
Air: WINDHAM - Long Measure
Of worldly honors we claim none,
Our race on earth will soon be run;
With you, dear friends, in Medora,
Have only a short time to stay.
In Friendship, Love and Truth, we meet,
And cordially each other greet;
We love to meet you, one and all,
In our most grand and social hall.
Odd-fellowship we all enjoy,
Our social hours we do employ;
In friendship to each other greet,
When we walk in and take our seat.
Our opening ode, with great delight,
We sing together each Lodge night;
Led by one of our noble band -
A beacon of our Noble Grand.
Our chaplain, in his proper place,
Asks God to bless the human race
In every land, both far and near,
The same as those assembled here.
Attend to business, then proceed,
Inquire if any stand in need,
If so their wants are all supplied -
No worthy Brother is denied.
Our Orphan Fund is kept in store,
For our needy and our poor;
Orphans and widows we respect,
Their interest we'll not neglect.
Dear Brothers of our social band,
We give to you the parting hand -
Our feelings we cannot explain -
May never meet you here again.
Brothers and Sister will you save
And sing these verses at our grave.
This you will do, we humbly trust,
Tho' we must mingle with the dust.
We'll in our grave unconscious lay,
While you return to Medora;
While in the hall again you meet,
You will behold one empty seat.
This solemn warming left with you.
May cause surprise, although 'tis true
With you cannot much longer dwell -
Fraternally, dear friends, Farewell!
----------
THE CAR OF TIME
(Composed by West Lee Wright
on his birthday,
February 14, 1875)
Air: OLD BROWN HOMESTEAD
The car of time glides swiftly by, admits of no delay,
She takes her passengers on board and carries them away;
The God of Heaven, Conductor, Chief Ruler on the line -
The train has never yet been known to be behind the time.
Let us, dear friends, be ready with tickets in our hand,
Words plainly printed on them, Bound for the Holy Land;
Indorsed by the Conductor, first-class tickets without pay,
Insure a safe conveyance into eternal day.
Where there will be no darkness, as there will be no night;
There will be no need of sun or moon ever to give you light.
God once said, "Let there be light" - That light will e'er remain;
None ever call for tickets to return again.
First-class cars well furnished, with everything complete,
Where you will be politely invited to a seat;
And welcome approbation your ticket will command,
The Conductor will grant you a seat near to his own right hand.
In the Bible find time-table - go read the bill of fare,
For further information we advise you to go there,
Where you will find all the rules are written very plain,
And will remain on record till Christ shall come again.
The present time-table you now find on record,
We believe will continue till the coming of our Lord,
This dispensation then will close - an end to sin and strife -
Those holding first-class tickets will receive eternal life.
Eternal life and happiness will be a great reward,
To every true believer who loves and serves the Lord;
Forget it not, forget it not, we earnestly request,
Let us prepare on the links and square to live among the blest.
Where our troubles will be ended we'll meet to part no more,
With all the saints, both small and great, on Canaan's happy shore,
Those holding first-class tickets, each and every one of them,
Will be conducted to a seat in the New Jerusalem.
Brownstown Banner newspaper, Brownstown, IN
Thursday 21 September 1876; Page 5, Column 1
LOCAL MATTERS
In Memorium:
Father West Lee Wright died at Medora, Jackson County, Indiana, September 16th, 1876. He was born February 14th, 1803, in Wayne County, Kentucky. His father, William Wright, was a soldier of the Revolution, who moved to Washington County, Indiana, and settled near the town of Salem about the year 1808. Here Father Wright lived till his union in marriage with Miss Nancy Wright, September 30, 1824. He moved to Jackson County in 1832, and laid out the town of Medora in 1855.
He united with the Order of Odd Fellows at Brownstown about 30 years ago, and continued a member of the Lodge there during its existence; and, as an Ancient Odd Felow, he united with Medora Lodge, No. 349, at the time of its organization, June 20th, 1870. He remained a member thereof as long as he lived, and at the time of his death he was N. G. of said Lodge.
His Golden Wedding was celebrated by the Lodge, September 30, 1874, who presented the venerable brother with a beautiful gold mounted cane, and his estimable lady with a nice silver goblet, as a token of their respect and seteem. This was a pleasant occasion to all present, among whom were many of the aged settlers and pioneers of the vicinity.
Father Wright was of decided religious convictions, and many years ago he united with the Christian church. He was naturally inclined to express his thoughts in verse, and all his poems breathe the spirit of religion, temperance and morality. He thought and spoke frequently in regard to his death, even when in good health, and he made preparations for that great change with Christian calmness and hope; for he lived a died in the hope of a blissful immortality. In prospect of this he wrote two poems, which, at his request, were read and sung as mourners and friends stood around his grave. Copies of these poems are herewith furnished for publication. Thus calmly and peacefully passed away our venerable brother, leaving many relatives and friends to mourn his departure. He was interred in his family burying ground with appropriate ceremonies by the members of his Lodge, assisted by delegations of brethern from Seymour, Brownstown and Clear Spring, who kindly aided in paying the last tribute of respect to our departed brother.
Father Wright lived during an eventful period of the world's history, and he lived to behold many changes and improvements, in all of which he took a deep interest. In the cause of temperance, an in the prosperity of all societies having for their object the welfare of mankind, he also took a deep interest, and it gave him great pleasure to think that the order of which he was a member would stil continue to bless mankind after he had passed from earth.
In behalf of Medora Lodge, No. 349, we tender our heartfelt sympathy to our beloved sister, Nancy Wright, in her irrparable loss, and also to the children and other relatives of our departed brother in their bereavement.
W. H. Shortridge,
W. S. Turrell,
P. H. Oyler, Committee
A FAREWELL ODE - Composed by West Lee Wright, of Medora Lodge, No. 349, I.O.O.F., July 1875
Air: WINDHAM - Long Measure
Of worldly honors we claim none,
Our race on earth will soon be run;
With you, dear friends, in Medora,
Have only a short time to stay.
In Friendship, Love and Truth, we meet,
And cordially each other greet;
We love to meet you, one and all,
In our most grand and social hall.
Odd-fellowship we all enjoy,
Our social hours we do employ;
In friendship to each other greet,
When we walk in and take our seat.
Our opening ode, with great delight,
We sing together each Lodge night;
Led by one of our noble band -
A beacon of our Noble Grand.
Our chaplain, in his proper place,
Asks God to bless the human race
In every land, both far and near,
The same as those assembled here.
Attend to business, then proceed,
Inquire if any stand in need,
If so their wants are all supplied -
No worthy Brother is denied.
Our Orphan Fund is kept in store,
For our needy and our poor;
Orphans and widows we respect,
Their interest we'll not neglect.
Dear Brothers of our social band,
We give to you the parting hand -
Our feelings we cannot explain -
May never meet you here again.
Brothers and Sister will you save
And sing these verses at our grave.
This you will do, we humbly trust,
Tho' we must mingle with the dust.
We'll in our grave unconscious lay,
While you return to Medora;
While in the hall again you meet,
You will behold one empty seat.
This solemn warming left with you.
May cause surprise, although 'tis true
With you cannot much longer dwell -
Fraternally, dear friends, Farewell!
----------
THE CAR OF TIME
(Composed by West Lee Wright
on his birthday,
February 14, 1875)
Air: OLD BROWN HOMESTEAD
The car of time glides swiftly by, admits of no delay,
She takes her passengers on board and carries them away;
The God of Heaven, Conductor, Chief Ruler on the line -
The train has never yet been known to be behind the time.
Let us, dear friends, be ready with tickets in our hand,
Words plainly printed on them, Bound for the Holy Land;
Indorsed by the Conductor, first-class tickets without pay,
Insure a safe conveyance into eternal day.
Where there will be no darkness, as there will be no night;
There will be no need of sun or moon ever to give you light.
God once said, "Let there be light" - That light will e'er remain;
None ever call for tickets to return again.
First-class cars well furnished, with everything complete,
Where you will be politely invited to a seat;
And welcome approbation your ticket will command,
The Conductor will grant you a seat near to his own right hand.
In the Bible find time-table - go read the bill of fare,
For further information we advise you to go there,
Where you will find all the rules are written very plain,
And will remain on record till Christ shall come again.
The present time-table you now find on record,
We believe will continue till the coming of our Lord,
This dispensation then will close - an end to sin and strife -
Those holding first-class tickets will receive eternal life.
Eternal life and happiness will be a great reward,
To every true believer who loves and serves the Lord;
Forget it not, forget it not, we earnestly request,
Let us prepare on the links and square to live among the blest.
Where our troubles will be ended we'll meet to part no more,
With all the saints, both small and great, on Canaan's happy shore,
Those holding first-class tickets, each and every one of them,
Will be conducted to a seat in the New Jerusalem.
Thursday 21 September 1876; Page 5, Column 1
LOCAL MATTERS
In Memorium:
Father West Lee Wright died at Medora, Jackson County, Indiana, September 16th, 1876. He was born February 14th, 1803, in Wayne County, Kentucky. His father, William Wright, was a soldier of the Revolution, who moved to Washington County, Indiana, and settled near the town of Salem about the year 1808. Here Father Wright lived till his union in marriage with Miss Nancy Wright, September 30, 1824. He moved to Jackson County in 1832, and laid out the town of Medora in 1855.
He united with the Order of Odd Fellows at Brownstown about 30 years ago, and continued a member of the Lodge there during its existence; and, as an Ancient Odd Felow, he united with Medora Lodge, No. 349, at the time of its organization, June 20th, 1870. He remained a member thereof as long as he lived, and at the time of his death he was N. G. of said Lodge.
His Golden Wedding was celebrated by the Lodge, September 30, 1874, who presented the venerable brother with a beautiful gold mounted cane, and his estimable lady with a nice silver goblet, as a token of their respect and seteem. This was a pleasant occasion to all present, among whom were many of the aged settlers and pioneers of the vicinity.
Father Wright was of decided religious convictions, and many years ago he united with the Christian church. He was naturally inclined to express his thoughts in verse, and all his poems breathe the spirit of religion, temperance and morality. He thought and spoke frequently in regard to his death, even when in good health, and he made preparations for that great change with Christian calmness and hope; for he lived a died in the hope of a blissful immortality. In prospect of this he wrote two poems, which, at his request, were read and sung as mourners and friends stood around his grave. Copies of these poems are herewith furnished for publication. Thus calmly and peacefully passed away our venerable brother, leaving many relatives and friends to mourn his departure. He was interred in his family burying ground with appropriate ceremonies by the members of his Lodge, assisted by delegations of brethern from Seymour, Brownstown and Clear Spring, who kindly aided in paying the last tribute of respect to our departed brother.
Father Wright lived during an eventful period of the world's history, and he lived to behold many changes and improvements, in all of which he took a deep interest. In the cause of temperance, an in the prosperity of all societies having for their object the welfare of mankind, he also took a deep interest, and it gave him great pleasure to think that the order of which he was a member would stil continue to bless mankind after he had passed from earth.
In behalf of Medora Lodge, No. 349, we tender our heartfelt sympathy to our beloved sister, Nancy Wright, in her irrparable loss, and also to the children and other relatives of our departed brother in their bereavement.
W. H. Shortridge,
W. S. Turrell,
P. H. Oyler, Committee
A FAREWELL ODE - Composed by West Lee Wright, of Medora Lodge, No. 349, I.O.O.F., July 1875
Air: WINDHAM - Long Measure
Of worldly honors we claim none,
Our race on earth will soon be run;
With you, dear friends, in Medora,
Have only a short time to stay.
In Friendship, Love and Truth, we meet,
And cordially each other greet;
We love to meet you, one and all,
In our most grand and social hall.
Odd-fellowship we all enjoy,
Our social hours we do employ;
In friendship to each other greet,
When we walk in and take our seat.
Our opening ode, with great delight,
We sing together each Lodge night;
Led by one of our noble band -
A beacon of our Noble Grand.
Our chaplain, in his proper place,
Asks God to bless the human race
In every land, both far and near,
The same as those assembled here.
Attend to business, then proceed,
Inquire if any stand in need,
If so their wants are all supplied -
No worthy Brother is denied.
Our Orphan Fund is kept in store,
For our needy and our poor;
Orphans and widows we respect,
Their interest we'll not neglect.
Dear Brothers of our social band,
We give to you the parting hand -
Our feelings we cannot explain -
May never meet you here again.
Brothers and Sister will you save
And sing these verses at our grave.
This you will do, we humbly trust,
Tho' we must mingle with the dust.
We'll in our grave unconscious lay,
While you return to Medora;
While in the hall again you meet,
You will behold one empty seat.
This solemn warming left with you.
May cause surprise, although 'tis true
With you cannot much longer dwell -
Fraternally, dear friends, Farewell!
----------
THE CAR OF TIME
(Composed by West Lee Wright
on his birthday,
February 14, 1875)
Air: OLD BROWN HOMESTEAD
The car of time glides swiftly by, admits of no delay,
She takes her passengers on board and carries them away;
The God of Heaven, Conductor, Chief Ruler on the line -
The train has never yet been known to be behind the time.
Let us, dear friends, be ready with tickets in our hand,
Words plainly printed on them, Bound for the Holy Land;
Indorsed by the Conductor, first-class tickets without pay,
Insure a safe conveyance into eternal day.
Where there will be no darkness, as there will be no night;
There will be no need of sun or moon ever to give you light.
God once said, "Let there be light" - That light will e'er remain;
None ever call for tickets to return again.
First-class cars well furnished, with everything complete,
Where you will be politely invited to a seat;
And welcome approbation your ticket will command,
The Conductor will grant you a seat near to his own right hand.
In the Bible find time-table - go read the bill of fare,
For further information we advise you to go there,
Where you will find all the rules are written very plain,
And will remain on record till Christ shall come again.
The present time-table you now find on record,
We believe will continue till the coming of our Lord,
This dispensation then will close - an end to sin and strife -
Those holding first-class tickets will receive eternal life.
Eternal life and happiness will be a great reward,
To every true believer who loves and serves the Lord;
Forget it not, forget it not, we earnestly request,
Let us prepare on the links and square to live among the blest.
Where our troubles will be ended we'll meet to part no more,
With all the saints, both small and great, on Canaan's happy shore,
Those holding first-class tickets, each and every one of them,
Will be conducted to a seat in the New Jerusalem.
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1832–1856
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1837–1920
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