Robinson,] 262 (Oct. 5, 
as late as January last, hopeful of his recovery. About 
that time, it was ascertained by his able physician, Dr. 
Pepper, that “ Bright’s disease existed in a latent and 
“unsuspected form. Although, therefore, he con- 
‘tinued able to drive out daily for some time, and 
“ was able to discuss business subjects, as well as all 
“ other topics, until within a very few days before his 
‘ death, he failed gradually but steadily,” and his death, 
which occurred on the 3d of March following, was an- 
ticipated by him. 
I have said, I think, enough in this memoir to give to 
those who may read it a fair impression of Mr. Sey- 
bert and his peculiarities. I do not think that any one 
understood him better than myself, or enjoyed more 
his confidence, and knowing his charitable views I was 
happy to give him counsel and aid when it was desired 
by him in investments, or in any other way. For these 
services he would, I have no doubt, have offered com- 
pensation if he had not been satisfied it would be de- 
clined, during his lifetime, and would not be expected 
at his death, 
No one could have regarded death more firmly or 
with more composure, and it pleased the Almighty 
that his death should not be a painful one. To the 
last days of his life, he was occupied in charitable acts 
or suggestions, and directing as to the funeral services 
to be performed at his house, previous to the transfer 
of his remains for cremation at the Lemoyne Cemetery. 
His composure and firmness in death might naturally 
