Description
Henry Blue, a particularly worthy colored man, a soldier in the Civil War and an ex-slave, died this morning at 3 o’clock at his home, Second and M Streets. Death was due to uremic poisoning. He leaves 4 children, and 1 son is at home. The deceased was about 75 years old (born ~1837).
When friends of Henry Blue wanted to point out a colored man who had made an unusual success of life, they referred to Henry Blue. He was industrious and saving, and by hard dint had saved about $4,000 in cash besides his home. After his wife died, 9 years ago, Henry Blue kept up the house as neat as it was before her death, milked several cows and had a number of milk patrons.
His death will be regretted by many white people who had great respect for him because of his industry and honesty. The children have been notified and funeral arrangements will be made when they arrive. There are 5 heirs, and 1 of them is a child of a deceased daughter.Date(s) of Creation
1/25/1912
