Col Alexander W. Shepherd

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Death of Alexander W. Shepherd

This esteemed and well known former citizen of Little Falls died in Troy last Tuesday Oct. 1 at the age of 71 years. He had been in ill health a long time and since going to Troy a few months ago, where he made a home with his niece Mrs. Williamson, he has failed rapidly. Alexander W. Shepherd was a son of the late William Shepherd of Saratoga County, where the subject of this sketch was born. He finished his education in the academy at Poultney, Vt., and when a young man went to Elmira, where he conducted business for a time. From there he came to Little Falls in 1860, and embarked in the hardware business with a Mr. Harris. In 1867 he formed a co-partnership with Henry A. Skinner in the same business, and they continued until a few weeks ago. Mr. Shepherd before disease fastened itself upon him, was a most capable business man, of strong executive abilities and he commanded the respect and confidence of all. He was a prominent democratic leader of the county and probably his management and advice did as much as that of any other citizen of the county to win success for his party. He was not ambitious for political honors and could never be induced to accept an office. It is said by one who should know that he declined an appointment by the Governor Flower to a position commanding a salary of $5000 a year. He was faithful to his friends and fair to all, although they might be his opponents. The death of his wife eight years since was a severer blow from which he never recovered. His memory will always be cherished among all who knew him well and his passing away from business circles and duties of our city was a loss that cannot be easily filled. He was regular attendant of the Presbyterian church in this city and faithfully served as trustee for many years. The funeral took place on Friday from the old homestead, at Vischer's Ferry from which Mrs. Shepherd was buried and where they they were married, Rev. Richardson, his pastor officiating. The body was deposited in a handsome mausoleum - built by him several years ago at Vischer's Ferry - alongside those of his wife. Journal and Courier Little Falls, N. Y. October 8, 1907

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Inscription: Husband of Melissa Vischer Shepherd.