The voice of sorrow and sympathy came from many sources, but from none more sweetly than from the gifted pen of one of kindred feelings, appreciative of the like qualities and character, in the following letter, and in an obituary furnished the Wyoming Herald.

"Retreat, March 4th, 1837.

"MY DEAR FRIEND,-Your lines, in the sweet words of Ossian, were 'pleasant, but mournful to the soul.' To have been remembered and kindly spoken of, by your beloved father, our most excellent friend, in his dying hour, was an affecting, but pleasing proof of his affection. for us. He always showed to us the consideration of a parent. The early friendship of your father and mother -they seemingly adopting us into their family-was not only a source of social gratification, but, from their standing in society, it was a passport to public respect and favour, of the greatest value to us, and was entitled to our most grateful acknowledgment. In a long intercourse with the world, I have never met with a man who united in himself so many claims to esteem and love. His aspect was so benignant, his manner and address were so mild and engaging, that the bosom seemed to open to him in confidence before he spoke. Then, his clear mind, sound understanding, and benevolent heart, commanded respect, inspired confidence, and enabled him to do so much good among his fellow-men. Pardon me, I could

not say less, though this may not be the proper place. It is impossible not to mourn the loss of so good a man. But we are not without sources of consolation,—his sufferings are ended, and his gain infinite. He had performed his part in his day and generation most usefully and most worthily; and while performing his duty, through a long life, he has duly estimated the bounties. of Providence, and rationally enjoyed them. Passed the age allotted to man,-full of Christian hope and Christian charity, his spirit returns to his Maker, amid the tears and prayers and blessings of all who knew him. Who can say that such is not a most enviable lot? May his children emulate his virtues, and like him be useful, beloved, and happy, to as advanced an age. Lætitia joins with me in expression of sympathy and condolence to your good mother. We shall never forget her affectionate address to us when our dear Ann was taken away. Our kindest and most respectful love waits upon her, and our best regards to yourself and all the family.

From your sincere friend,

"TO ELI K. PRICE."

"CHARLES MINER.

"Died, recently, at West Chester, Chester county, PHILIP PRICE, aged 74 years. Friendship would claim space in your paper, Mr. Editor, to say a word of the departed: He gained no laurels in the bloody field of battle; the clangor of the trumpet and the rolling of the

drum awakened no sympathetic stirrings in his pure and chastened breast. A member of the Society of Friends, whose distinguished doctrinal tenets are derived from the character and precepts of our Saviour-to love mercy— walk humbly-not return evil for evil-when reviled to revile not again, he bore testimony before the world that the terrible scourge of war should be done away, and man cease to butcher his fellow-man. I come to tell of no lucrative civil offices he filled. His heart never gave way to the proud aspirations of ambition, though he cherished a proper regard for those who faithfully served their country. Then what can you tell us? I can tell you, and record with sincerity and truth, a brief sketch of one of the worthiest men this generation has known.

'Philip Price was descended from a very respectable Welsh family, among the earliest settlers in Chester county. In person he was tall, well formed, of excellent though not robust constitution. His countenance mild, intelligent, and pleasing, his movements dignified and easy, and his manners and address remarkably bland and prepossessing. The mind of Mr. Price was well informed, his judgment clear and strong, united to an intuitive perception of character, and a ready apprehension of the right and proper in all matters of business. Though seeking no distinction in the walks of public life, it was impossible but such a man should have extensive influence in society. He had. And as duty led him, it was his

pride (if that word may be used in connexion with his name) and pleasure to exert that influence for the benefit of his fellow-men.

"Mr. Price was among the earliest, most liberal, and enlightened of those who broke in on the old exhausting method of farming; and took the lead in introducing plaster, clover, lime, and a proper rotation of crops, the four grand pillars of improvement that have raised and sustain Chester county as one of the most rich and productive districts in Pennsylvania. No one had more influence in the excellent society of which he was a member; because that influence was ever exercised wisely and prudently, in doing good. On an eminence, in a most romantic situation, overlooking the fertile hills and rich meadows along the Brandywine, his mansion was situated, fronting to the east and south; on this elevation, his spirit seemed pure as the air he breathed; his mind appeared to expand with his expanded view, and his spirit. was bright as beams of morning sun. Friendly and hospitable, it was delightful to visit there and share in the converse of himself and his amiable and intelligent partner. After educating his children with care, and seeing all of them happily settled, and most of them near him, Mr. and Mrs. Price, impressed with its great importance, and taking a parental and lively interest in the improvement of the rising generation, accepted the

situation of Superintendents of West-Town School, where they remained for several years.

"Here, viewing the matter more closely, and actuated by the most pure and philanthropic motives, they formed the design to erect a SCHOOL FOR GIRLS-Somewhat varying and enlarging the scope and plan existing at WestTown; not in rivalship or interference with that valuable seminary; but opening their Halls to many who could not, by the rules, be admitted there. A large building, admirably adapted to the purpose, plain, simple, yet neat and commodious, now adorns the flourishing village of West Chester; while the full rooms of happy faces, and the press for admittance, show that the West Chester Boarding School for Girls, established by Philip and Rachel Price, has accomplished and is accomplishing its high and benevolent purpose. By the simple rule of that unostentatious society, no marble monument will be erected over the remains of our departed friend; but while the West Chester Boarding School for Girls shall last and flourish-and may it be perpetual-there will be a monument to the worth of Philip Price more honourable than Blenheim to its first titled possessor.

"At the age of 74, having spent a life of usefulness and virtuous enjoyment-for there never lived a happier man surrounded by children and friends, amid the prayers and blessings of all who knew him, the good man, like the sun in a mild summer evening, full of Christian