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Submitted: 7/14/13 • Approved: 7/14/13 • Last Updated: 4/13/18 • R741761-G0-S3
Nov. 25, 1802 Tennessee
Mar. 4, 1875
Parents: David Morrow, Priscilla Doherty
Spouse: Lavinia Lea Jarnagin
Marriage: 15 Jun 1826 - Jefferson City, Jefferson, Tennessee
See Obituary Entry for more information
Doctor Morrow took a medical course in Transylvania University at Lexington, Kentucky, during 1829 and 1830. In 1834 he was a member of the con- vention which framed the constitution of Tennessee. Two years later he was surgeon for the United States army, and in 1838 he came west with the Cherokees in that capacity. During 1843 and 1844 he was a mem- ber of the General Assembly of Tennessee, and dur- ing 1849-50 he was clerk of the Senate of Tennessee. In 1851 he was appointed by President Fillmore agent for the Quapaw, Seneca, Shawnee and Osage tribes of Indians on the western borders of Missouri. Honors were accorded this distinguished man in his new home, for during 1856 and 1857 he was engrossing clerk of the House of Representatives of Missouri, and he also served for many years as clerk of the Circuit Court and County Court of Newton County, Missouri. From 'The History of Kentucky" by Wm Connelley and E. M. Coulter. Page 47
"The Times" newspaper probably from Neosho or Joplin 4 Mar 1875
Tribute of Respect
Whereas, on the 4th day of March, 1875, it pleased the Grand Master of the Universe to call from labor to refreshment in the celestial lodge on high, our late worthy brother, Dr. W. I. I.Morrow, a member of Neosho Lodge No. 247 A. P. & A. M., a member in good standing and whereas, this Lodge holds his memory in high regard for the many Masonic virtues which he exhibited while among us; and whereas, brother Morrow, during a membership in the fraternity of nearly half a centery was ever regarded a bright and honored light in Masonry. Therefore, be it
Resolved, by Neosho Lodge No. 247 A. F. & A. M. that in the demise of brother Morrow the community in which he lived has suffered the loss of an honest and useful citizen. The brotherhood of Masons has been shorn of a pillar of Wisdom, Strength and Beauty, his family an affectionate husband and father, his friends a tried and trusty companion and the church a consistent Christian.
Resolved, That we tender to the bereaved widow and surviving relatives of our departed brother our heartfelt condolence in their sad loss, and implore for them the care of "Him who tempers the wind to the shorn lamb", and who will never forsake those who put their trust in Him.
Resolved that the Lodge room be draped in mourning and that the brothers wear the usual badge for thirty days.
Resolved that the foregoing be spread upon the minutes of the Lodge, a copy sent to the widow of our deceased brother and a copy to be furnished to The Times journal for publication.
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