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Show Judge David H. Morris Honored At Final Rites Yesterday In Tabernacle i s Speakers Fay Tribute To Y ork, Ability and Character; Declare He Xeeds "Xo Eulogizing'' Funeral Services for Davie K. Morris, who died at 7:10 Tuesday morning at his home here in St. George, were held in the Stake Tabernacle Wednesday at 4 p.m. under the direction of Bishop Arthur K. Hafen of the East Ward. The large crowd which fjiifcer''" the building testified to jj-.e-TariC-ing that" Judge" Morris had mace for himself in this community and Washington County. The stand was covered with floral offerings. Arthur F. Miles, cashier of the Bank of St. George, cf which Mr. Morris was president, stated that he felt it was an honor to be asked to speak a few words regarding re-garding the life of a man who had played such an important part in the building of this community. He related some of his outstanding outstand-ing achievements and told of the many high offices that he had held in both civil and church life. Joseph T. Atkin told of the years that he had associated with Judge Morris and of his admiration admira-tion and affection for "such a wonderful man". Kis soundness of judgement, ability and character, received the highest recommendation recommenda-tion that could be given. He related re-lated instances in Mr. Morris' life to prove his statements with special emphasis being placed on his ability to be diplomatic. "Few-people "Few-people have spent the Time that he did in building up this community", com-munity", declared Mr. Atkin. Needs No Eulogizing; Declaring that his life needed no eulogizing, W. B. Mathis. a friend, who said he had been associated with him for years, told of his appreciation for Mr. Morris' advice, ad-vice, of his outstanding character and achievements. "I have sat for hours with him discussing problems pro-blems of this country, civic interests in-terests and the spiritual welfare of our people and have always found his judgement sound and to be relied upon. He has been an inspiration in-spiration to many people", said Mr. Mathis. Judge Will Hoyt commented on the large audience and floral offerings of-ferings and beautiful music, which he said all served as a tribute to Mr. Morris. Judge Hoyt told of his admiration for Mr. Morris and declared de-clared that the Tabernacle wouldn't would-n't come close to holding all of his friends in the various parts of the (Continued on page four) D. D. Morris Funeral i Cor : i from fir.t pa;e i j state. "I marveled, when i first met him, at the many friends he had for it nor often one who stands .,j firm in his convictions and has such strong determination, makes friends easily. He was greatly loved and respected by members of the bar. He tried to do his duty regardless of the consequences". consequen-ces". Tribute Paid Bishop Hafen paid tribute to him for his work -in the church and in the community and told of his liberality -whenever a good cause arose. He prayed the blessings bless-ings of the Lord upon the family and expressed their appreciation for all kindness rendered during his illness and following his death. Bishop Hafen read telegrams anc! messages that had been received from Governor Henry H. Blood and other friends and officials. Musical numbers included the opening number "Lead Me Gently-Home Gently-Home Father", sung by a quarttet comprised of Dilworth Snow, W. A. Whitehead, Mrs. Alice Cannon and Mrs. Melba Baker. A vocal solo, "I Do Believe", by Dilworth Snow; duet, "Whispering Hope", by Mrs. Mamie Paxman and Mrs. Viola Gentry; solo, "Absent", sung by Mrs. Josephine Spillsbury and a vocal duet, "Going Home", sung by Mrs. Ruth Miles and Mrs. Alice Cannon. The opening prayer was given by Edward R. Frei Sr., of Santa Clara and the closing prayer was made by William Lund of Enterprise. The life story of Mr. Morris, as presented by him to Mabel Jarvis is published in this issue of the News. Miss Jarvis had contacted him, along with other leading citizens of the county, and had been given the information relative rela-tive to his life as it is published in this issue. |