citizens of Ann Arbor; losses by thousands and tens of 

 thousands dollars greatly reduced his accumulations so 

 honestly acquired. It is seldom the case that so much 

 wealth is secured in so short a time by honest endeavor. 

 He entered into no speculating schemes, but industriously 

 pursued a very useful calling, bringing large profits 

 without detriment to any, but, on the contrary, of great 

 value to all. But, notwithstanding his losses, he did not 

 lose his native energy and manliness of purpose, and 

 stood before the community a conspicuous example of 

 what energy, perseverance, and an indomitable will may 

 accomplish. His liberality was remarkable, considering his 

 income, though large. Many men, whose means were 

 quadruple those of the Doctor, did not give one quarter as 

 much for the advancement of education and benevolent 

 enterprises. 



He was once nominated for mayor of the city, but 

 his business compelled him to decline the proffered 

 honor. But the storms of life finally overtook him and 

 swept with almost resistless fury around the now aged 

 physician, and a few of the prejudices that charac- 

 terize the human family found a resting place in 

 the heart of this noble man; yet, when the last chapter 

 shall have been entered in the book of life, the account 

 will probably be balanced. The last earthly rites have 

 been performed, and the aged veteran laid peacefully 

 away beneath the shadow of the silent tomb. It may 

 truthfully be said that he lived with malice toward none 

 and charity to all. A beautiful monument marks the 

 place where his earthly remains are laid away, but his real 

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