Semi-Centennial Memorial, 1834-1884

This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1885 Excerpt: ... but a strange failure of his voice wholly disqualified him for public speaking. Thenceforth, Bro. Wright has employed himself in farming, teaching or book-keeping, or insurance, in which last business he is now engaged. Bro. Wright has been twice married. His first wife lived but a short time. His second wife, who was Miss Catherine Hughes, a most estimable lady, still lives to aid her husband in every good work, and to encourage her son and two daughters in the faithful service of the Saviour whom they have chosen and worthily follow. Though often afflicted by death and other sorrows, she rejoices in the goodness of God and the steadfastness of his love. While residing in Palmyra, Bro. Wright gave his heart to God. He was baptised by a Christian preacher; but a fuller acquaintance with the tenets of that sect led him soon to unite with the Baptists, with whom he has ever been in the fullest accord. Having entered the service of Christ, hetook broad views of christian life and duty, and has ever sought in every way to be useful in his Saviours cause. A man of great modesty, he would furnish none of the information needful for this sketch; he yet yielded to the call of duty whenever he heard it. Therefore he consented to fill the office of corresponding secretary of the General Association for the years '44-'49, '53, '65 and '66. He was also secretary in '45, and '47-'49. This was wholly a labor of love with him, no pecuniary remuneration then being customary, and he did it well; but the removal of the board to Columbia rendered it impossible for him to continue in the office, but he has cherished for the work of the General Association an undiminished interest, and has aided it to the full extent of his ability. But Bro. Wright has not allowed ...