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Show DEATH OF J. D. WOOD. The sad and tragic death of -I. D. Wood on Sunday night caused deep regret in the hearts of all who knew him. The mere announcement and the deplorable circumstances surrounding his untimely un-timely death brought tears to the eyes of strong men. He left his home in a joyous spirit, leaving for his destination, Fioehe, where he intended to engage in mining business. So considerate was he for his hired man that he would not allow him to hitch up his team to take him to the depot. He would not yield to the persuasion of his now be- Illlll Tllf HI' 1 I IT ' - TT T ""H , if . ;vft ' " v 4 t I - 1 t4X v s I V six'" V ' I . Apr I t r J -- t - , '''" J. D. WOOD. - reaved widow, who did not want him to venture, out in the stillness of the night with his heavy grips. Air. Wood was the most widely and best known man in the intermountain states. In all his enterprises enter-prises he was most successful. In Idaho and Mexico Mex-ico he was possessed of large cattle and sheep ranges. His interests in mines were very extensive. exten-sive. Whatever he touched seemed to prosper, and his generosity was commesuratc with his prosperity. prosper-ity. Xo one or worthy cause ever appealed to him in vain. He had a tender spot in his soft heart for the poor and needy, a kind word and smiling countenance for all who knew him. He was an American in thought, affection and interests, a loyal citizen whom all deemed worthy of their confidence, con-fidence, and who now mourn his sad and untimely death. He cherished and loved his home, where peace and happiness always reigned. To all friends who visited his happy home he was a pleasant companion, com-panion, a faithful and affectionate friend, a wise and prudent counsellor. Silence expresses their love and veneration for the deceased, and their inability to manifest how deeply they feel their bereavement. be-reavement. But in that always happy home, how picture the feelings of the disconsolate widow and mother i Like the faithful mother of the Maccabees, Macca-bees, whilst accepting her heavy cross, for her there is but little earthly consolation. His presence was more to her than all his wealth. May (iod give hej strength and gfacc in this hour of her profound pro-found sorrow to bear the heavy burden placed upon her. To her and her afflicted family The Intermountain Inter-mountain Catholic extends the deepest sympathy. |