Jackson, James 1822-1894

JACKSON, CASE

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Date: 8/13/2006 at 13:20:18

BEYOND THE RIVER. – Another familiar figure has been removed from the streets of Newton, another of those men who have so long been identified with the business interests of the city and one who took pleasure in its progress, growth and development from a small hamlet to one of the prettiest and most prosperous towns to be found anywhere.

Mr. James Jackson was born in Harrisburg, Penn., in 1822, and lived in that place until he was nearly thirty years of age, when he removed to Mt. Vernon, Ohio. At this town, he engaged in his chosen business, that of clothing, which was continued in until his death. At this place, also, he wooed and won for his wife, Miss Margaret Case, who has been a most devoted wife to him, all these years.

In 1857, he came to Newton with his family. He has been associated with a number of our men in business. Once with Mr. S. W. Loomis, who is now the heard of the Boston Clothing House; for eight or ten years, with Mr. J. McGregor, once a prominent business man, and between these two men a strong friendship was formed; also, with Mr. A. K. Emerson he was associated for a number of years, their friendship not being dissolved till death. For the last ten years, Mr. John Newell and he have been together in the charge of the Branch of the Boston Continental Clothing House, located in Newton.

Soon after coming to Newton, Mr. and Mrs. Jackson joined the Presbyterian church and until failing health hindered, Mr. J. was prominent in church matters, being a trustee, and a worker in Sunday School. In religion as in other matters, he was straight-forward, firm in his convictions, conscientious and believer in prayer and Scriptural study.

Four children came to bless their home, three daughters, and one son. The oldest daughter, Mary, a young lady of beautiful character, and rare promise, left for her Heavenly home about ten years ago. It was a coincidence that both she and her father died Thursday night and were buried Sabbath afternoon. On account of this, the family had the same selections in both song and Scripture at the father’s funeral. The songs were, “Jesus, Lover of My Soul,” “Beulah Land” and “We’re Going Home Tomorrow,” the Bible selection were the 23rd Psalm and 14th chapter of St. John.

For a number of years, Mr. Jackson has been in failing health, asthma being the chief trouble. Many times it was thought he would die, when he would recover and be back to his business in a day or so. But about seven weeks ago, the disease took a more decided turn and as he was so wasted by previous attacks that the stock of vitality was extremely low, the attending physician, soon reluctantly, appraised the friends of the probability of the end. It came, without a struggle, Thursday evening, about nine o’clock. He was ready and willing to go and so the Lord took him. It can be said to the honor of Mr. Jackson, that all who have been intimately associated with him, have loved and respected him, for his purity of character, mobility of purpose, honesty and loyalty.

The funeral was held at the house, Sabbath afternoon. The late pastor of the family, Rev. D. Brown, could not come, so four of the pastors of the city, Revs. Harrah, Jacoby, Ryan and Baker kindly took his place. The music was given by a quartette of friends, with Mrs. Nellie Fisk, pianist. The floral offerings were beautiful and choice, attesting to the sympathy of many friends.

In our own lovely cemetery, his beloved form was laid to rest until the morning, when the shadows will flee away. ~ The Newton Journal, January 31, 1894.