I've thought Murray was quite a character for some time. He was known for his love of tansy wine, was called Captain until the day he died because he ran the military drills in his hometown during the Civil War but never served, and I'm proud to know he was an abolitionist and participated in the underground railroad. Recently I've found a few new things out about Murray and would like to begin by sharing his obituary: Birth: Feb.28, 1809 Death: Dec. 7, 1885 Published in the Illinois State Register Springfield, Illinois Friday, December 11, 1885 - Virden, Ill., Dec. 10--It is our painful duty to record the death of one of our oldest and most respected citizens--Captain Murray C. He had been complaining for several days of pains in his breast, but nothing was thought of the matter, though he had said he could not live long. About 2 o'clock Monday morning Mrs. C., was awakened by her husband's loud breathing, an
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