Philadelphia County PA Archives Tombstones.....Gibbon, Ellen A. 1835 - 1912
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ELLEN A. GIBBON

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Reed - General Joseph; 1741-1785


Mar 2003 	Paul PaulaS1218@aol.com

Source:
Presbyterian Historical Society of Pennsylvania
Second Presbyterian Church Inscriptions on Tombstones
V; MI 46; P533it


                                  In Memory
              Of the virtues, talents and eminent services of
                             General Joseph Reed
                       Born in the State of New Jersey
                        On the 27th of August, 1741
              He devoted himself to the pursuit of knowledge
                    And early engaged in the study of law;
                  By his erudition, learning and eloquence,
               He soon rose to the highest eminence at the bar;
                       But at the call of his country,
               Forsaking all private pursuits, he followed her
                      Standard to the field of battle,
             And by his wisdom in council and conduct in action
                Essentially promoted the Revolution in America.
                  Distinguished by his many public virtues,
            He was, on the 1st December, 1778, unanimously elected
                          President of this State.
       Amidst the most difficult and trying scenes, his Administration
            Exhibited disinterested zeal, firmness and decision.
                             In private life,
              Accomplished in his manners, pure in his morals,
              Fervent and faithful in all his attachments,
                        He was beloved and admired.
                        On the 5th of March, 1785
            Too soon for his country and his friends, he closed
                   A life, active, useful and glorious.