Obituary,
On Wednesday, the 13th inst., Mr. John B. Daggett, aged 53 years, died suddenly at his home on Tashmoo farm.
Among the thousands that daily pass from time into eternity, no more heroic spirit left the earth that day, or one whose departure is more sincerely lamented by those who knew him.
Mr. Daggett was a man of peculiar and intense individuality. His positive nature was animated by strong purposes and ardent desires, and though possessed of a sturdy physical frame, he often overtaxed his strength for the sake of success in his plans. From boyhood he was characterized by marked traits. His father was Colonel Samuel Daggett of Maine, a man prominent in the religious and civic interest of New England, and whose life I judge must have impressed itself strongly upon the nature of his son, who at the age of 14 began to live with the motives of a Christian. He connected himself at that time with the Methodist church, of which he has always a member. Although between the ages of 14 and 21 years he was troubled by skeptical doubts, in early manhood his mind was unalterably confirmed In Christian faith.
At 21 he went to California, where he remained two and a half years. A friend who knew him there, and the dangerous social influences to which young miners were exposed, said in praise of him, that he had escaped temptation, as untarnished as any Christian mother or wife could desire.
In 1855 Mr. Daggett was married to Miss Cornelia D. Ross, one of the noblest of Maine's daughters, after which he entered upon a life of business activity in his native State. He was at all times a fervent advocate of political interests, and was repeatedly urged to accept offices of public trust "but always declined, believing he could serve his country, as well as his God, best as a private citizen.
In 1869 Mr. Daggett came to Iowa and made a home for his family on its broad prairies, since which time he has been widely known through out the Northwest by his ceaseless energy and resolute struggle often against adverse fortune. He identified himself completely with the spirit of the West. "I bequeath the remainder of my life, and my children, to Iowa," he once said. He vitalized whatever community he entered by his practical wisdom and helpful activity. The very positiveness of his character sometimes caused him to be misunderstood, and made enemies of those who saw only the stern face of his large nature, which nature was indeed beyond that of many men, warm, affectionate and generous. But it was in his home that his gentleness and Christian tenderness were daily made manifest. One who has lived several seasons in his family can bear witness to the beautiful love and ennobling influence which pervaded the atmosphere of that home, and impressed with admiration all who entered its doors. Mr. Daggett's daily prayers and Bible readings will be always remembered by the large' number who from time to time have been members of his family. "My Bible is most precious to me," I have heard him say, and his prayers were in the language of child-like love and faith. During the past winter especially he has seemed to those about him to grow nearer to God.
In the death of Mr. Daggett there has gone from his family a noble husband and father; from a large circle of acquaintances a loyal friend, and from the world a most Christian gentleman. M. L. L.
Algona Republican
Algona, Iowa
March 10, 1879
Column 3 & 4
On Wednesday, the 13th inst., Mr. John B. Daggett, aged 53 years, died suddenly at his home on Tashmoo farm.
Among the thousands that daily pass from time into eternity, no more heroic spirit left the earth that day, or one whose departure is more sincerely lamented by those who knew him.
Mr. Daggett was a man of peculiar and intense individuality. His positive nature was animated by strong purposes and ardent desires, and though possessed of a sturdy physical frame, he often overtaxed his strength for the sake of success in his plans. From boyhood he was characterized by marked traits. His father was Colonel Samuel Daggett of Maine, a man prominent in the religious and civic interest of New England, and whose life I judge must have impressed itself strongly upon the nature of his son, who at the age of 14 began to live with the motives of a Christian. He connected himself at that time with the Methodist church, of which he has always a member. Although between the ages of 14 and 21 years he was troubled by skeptical doubts, in early manhood his mind was unalterably confirmed In Christian faith.
At 21 he went to California, where he remained two and a half years. A friend who knew him there, and the dangerous social influences to which young miners were exposed, said in praise of him, that he had escaped temptation, as untarnished as any Christian mother or wife could desire.
In 1855 Mr. Daggett was married to Miss Cornelia D. Ross, one of the noblest of Maine's daughters, after which he entered upon a life of business activity in his native State. He was at all times a fervent advocate of political interests, and was repeatedly urged to accept offices of public trust "but always declined, believing he could serve his country, as well as his God, best as a private citizen.
In 1869 Mr. Daggett came to Iowa and made a home for his family on its broad prairies, since which time he has been widely known through out the Northwest by his ceaseless energy and resolute struggle often against adverse fortune. He identified himself completely with the spirit of the West. "I bequeath the remainder of my life, and my children, to Iowa," he once said. He vitalized whatever community he entered by his practical wisdom and helpful activity. The very positiveness of his character sometimes caused him to be misunderstood, and made enemies of those who saw only the stern face of his large nature, which nature was indeed beyond that of many men, warm, affectionate and generous. But it was in his home that his gentleness and Christian tenderness were daily made manifest. One who has lived several seasons in his family can bear witness to the beautiful love and ennobling influence which pervaded the atmosphere of that home, and impressed with admiration all who entered its doors. Mr. Daggett's daily prayers and Bible readings will be always remembered by the large' number who from time to time have been members of his family. "My Bible is most precious to me," I have heard him say, and his prayers were in the language of child-like love and faith. During the past winter especially he has seemed to those about him to grow nearer to God.
In the death of Mr. Daggett there has gone from his family a noble husband and father; from a large circle of acquaintances a loyal friend, and from the world a most Christian gentleman. M. L. L.
Algona Republican
Algona, Iowa
March 10, 1879
Column 3 & 4
Obituary,
On Wednesday, the 13th inst., Mr. John B. Daggett, aged 53 years, died suddenly at his home on Tashmoo farm.
Among the thousands that daily pass from time into eternity, no more heroic spirit left the earth that day, or one whose departure is more sincerely lamented by those who knew him.
Mr. Daggett was a man of peculiar and intense individuality. His positive nature was animated by strong purposes and ardent desires, and though possessed of a sturdy physical frame, he often overtaxed his strength for the sake of success in his plans. From boyhood he was characterized by marked traits. His father was Colonel Samuel Daggett of Maine, a man prominent in the religious and civic interest of New England, and whose life I judge must have impressed itself strongly upon the nature of his son, who at the age of 14 began to live with the motives of a Christian. He connected himself at that time with the Methodist church, of which he has always a member. Although between the ages of 14 and 21 years he was troubled by skeptical doubts, in early manhood his mind was unalterably confirmed In Christian faith.
At 21 he went to California, where he remained two and a half years. A friend who knew him there, and the dangerous social influences to which young miners were exposed, said in praise of him, that he had escaped temptation, as untarnished as any Christian mother or wife could desire.
In 1855 Mr. Daggett was married to Miss Cornelia D. Ross, one of the noblest of Maine's daughters, after which he entered upon a life of business activity in his native State. He was at all times a fervent advocate of political interests, and was repeatedly urged to accept offices of public trust "but always declined, believing he could serve his country, as well as his God, best as a private citizen.
In 1869 Mr. Daggett came to Iowa and made a home for his family on its broad prairies, since which time he has been widely known through out the Northwest by his ceaseless energy and resolute struggle often against adverse fortune. He identified himself completely with the spirit of the West. "I bequeath the remainder of my life, and my children, to Iowa," he once said. He vitalized whatever community he entered by his practical wisdom and helpful activity. The very positiveness of his character sometimes caused him to be misunderstood, and made enemies of those who saw only the stern face of his large nature, which nature was indeed beyond that of many men, warm, affectionate and generous. But it was in his home that his gentleness and Christian tenderness were daily made manifest. One who has lived several seasons in his family can bear witness to the beautiful love and ennobling influence which pervaded the atmosphere of that home, and impressed with admiration all who entered its doors. Mr. Daggett's daily prayers and Bible readings will be always remembered by the large' number who from time to time have been members of his family. "My Bible is most precious to me," I have heard him say, and his prayers were in the language of child-like love and faith. During the past winter especially he has seemed to those about him to grow nearer to God.
In the death of Mr. Daggett there has gone from his family a noble husband and father; from a large circle of acquaintances a loyal friend, and from the world a most Christian gentleman. M. L. L.
Algona Republican
Algona, Iowa
March 10, 1879
Column 3 & 4
On Wednesday, the 13th inst., Mr. John B. Daggett, aged 53 years, died suddenly at his home on Tashmoo farm.
Among the thousands that daily pass from time into eternity, no more heroic spirit left the earth that day, or one whose departure is more sincerely lamented by those who knew him.
Mr. Daggett was a man of peculiar and intense individuality. His positive nature was animated by strong purposes and ardent desires, and though possessed of a sturdy physical frame, he often overtaxed his strength for the sake of success in his plans. From boyhood he was characterized by marked traits. His father was Colonel Samuel Daggett of Maine, a man prominent in the religious and civic interest of New England, and whose life I judge must have impressed itself strongly upon the nature of his son, who at the age of 14 began to live with the motives of a Christian. He connected himself at that time with the Methodist church, of which he has always a member. Although between the ages of 14 and 21 years he was troubled by skeptical doubts, in early manhood his mind was unalterably confirmed In Christian faith.
At 21 he went to California, where he remained two and a half years. A friend who knew him there, and the dangerous social influences to which young miners were exposed, said in praise of him, that he had escaped temptation, as untarnished as any Christian mother or wife could desire.
In 1855 Mr. Daggett was married to Miss Cornelia D. Ross, one of the noblest of Maine's daughters, after which he entered upon a life of business activity in his native State. He was at all times a fervent advocate of political interests, and was repeatedly urged to accept offices of public trust "but always declined, believing he could serve his country, as well as his God, best as a private citizen.
In 1869 Mr. Daggett came to Iowa and made a home for his family on its broad prairies, since which time he has been widely known through out the Northwest by his ceaseless energy and resolute struggle often against adverse fortune. He identified himself completely with the spirit of the West. "I bequeath the remainder of my life, and my children, to Iowa," he once said. He vitalized whatever community he entered by his practical wisdom and helpful activity. The very positiveness of his character sometimes caused him to be misunderstood, and made enemies of those who saw only the stern face of his large nature, which nature was indeed beyond that of many men, warm, affectionate and generous. But it was in his home that his gentleness and Christian tenderness were daily made manifest. One who has lived several seasons in his family can bear witness to the beautiful love and ennobling influence which pervaded the atmosphere of that home, and impressed with admiration all who entered its doors. Mr. Daggett's daily prayers and Bible readings will be always remembered by the large' number who from time to time have been members of his family. "My Bible is most precious to me," I have heard him say, and his prayers were in the language of child-like love and faith. During the past winter especially he has seemed to those about him to grow nearer to God.
In the death of Mr. Daggett there has gone from his family a noble husband and father; from a large circle of acquaintances a loyal friend, and from the world a most Christian gentleman. M. L. L.
Algona Republican
Algona, Iowa
March 10, 1879
Column 3 & 4
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