Son of Reuben and Elizabeth Reid. (Brother to David Settle Reid, among others). Husband of (1) Carolina "Carrie" Hannah Graves, of Locust Hill---a daughter of Calvin Graves, who he married on May 22, 1857 in Caswell Co., NC. After she died, he married (2) Caroline Settle.
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Hugh Kearns Reid was the son of Reuben and Elizabeth Settle Reid, and was born in Rockingham county May 6th, 1817. He was one of seven children, David S. Reid, who became governor and United States Senator; Reuben, who died in boyhood; Francis, wife of Samuel Adams, Rhoda, wife of Wm. Scott; Henrietta, wife of George Price; Annie, wife of Absalom Reid. His parents are buried at the graveyard in rear of the Baptist church. A marble shaft marks their graves, the inscriptions show that his father was born March 12th, 1787, and died June 22nd, 1862; his mother was born January 1, 1794, died August 19, 1870.
The subject of this sketch was twice married, first to Caroline Grave of Caswell county, May 5th, 1857, a daughter of Hon. Calvin Graves, who long represented Caswell county in the state legislature, and cast the deciding vote for the construction of the North Carolina railroad. Three children blessed their union— Carrie, wife of N. C. Thompson; Bettie Lea, wife of C. H. Overman; Nettie, wife of Robert Harris, all of whom reside in Reidsville. The devoted young wife died September 6th, 1864.
Mr. Reid's second union was to Caroline Settle, daughter of Judge Thos. Settle, Sr, of Rockingham county, July 24th, 1866.
Mr. Reid was one of the first settlers. From the earliest days of the towns upward movement, after the war, he was an important factor in its development, He was a familiar figure on our streets, and it has been often remarked that Reidsville would not look like herself if he was not around to see how things were moving.
Notwithstanding his locks were white with the frosts of four score winters, he was young in spirit and well preserved physically, Mr. Reid had a just appreciation of the dignity of labor. He knew what it was to toil with hands and brain.
The basis of his large fortune was made by manual labor in his young manhood. It was a matter of pride to him that his parents taught him correct views of life. He began life for himself with the best endowment his parents could give him, a sound mind and body, right views of men and things, and a genuine love for work. Ho sowed no wild oats, steered clear of the dangers that beset the pathway of young men, and while others were having a "good time" he was applying himself to the realities of life. He saved what others wasted—time, strength, thought, money.
His business career covered more than sixty years. Never a dishonest penny stained his fingers. His fellow men rejoiced in his success, for it was the legitimate fruit of superior business ability and not the result of squeezing the unfortunate.
We repeat, Mr. Reid had correct views of life. Success never turned his head. Though one of our wealthiest citizens, there was nothing in his manner that showed he was conscious
of It. He was a man whom wealth did not spoil. His tastes were simple, his manner cordial and unaffected. He loved humanity. He showed it first by treating men just. To give alms is noble, but to give labor its just reward is better. He was charitable to the needy, but made no display of his gifts. No one took greater pleasure in helping a struggling young man to rise by giving him counsel, and substantial assistance, where he saw it would do good. An instance was mentioned by the beneficary a few days after Mr. Reid's death when he had paid for a lot of work In advance to aid a friend in business, yet it was not known to the community. It helped his own soul and encouraged the recipient of his kindness, that was all the reward he
wanted. Mr. Reid possessed the genius of common sense to a remarkable degree. He was one of the most balanced men we have ever known.
His reason was clear, his judgement accurate, his will strong, his sympathies broad. He never went to extremes on any line. He had dealings with all kinds of people but was always calm, even under the most inviting circumstances. His cheerfulness was contagious. Mr, Reid had a varied business experience. For several years after removing to Reidsville he was associated with the late William Lindsey in the mercantile business andwas a partner in the tobacco manufacturing firm of Lindsey, Sampson & Co. In addition to this he had large farming and real estate interests. He built several substantial business houses and numerous tenement
houses, His business judgment was accurate and his ability as a financier was unquestioned. Upon the organization of Citizens Bank he became one of its directors and continued in that position until he retired on account of increasing infirmity. Though often importuned to accept political honors, Mr. Reid preferred to remain in private life. He took a lively interest in public affairs, however, and his council was much sought after in matters affecting the welfare of town and county.
Mr. Reid's religious life was not a demonstrative one. It was characterized by constancy, and expressed itself in actions rather than in words. He was a member of the Reidsville Baptist church and remained a devoted member until called up higher. The confidence of his brethren in his piety and sound judgment was evidenced by his election as deacon as long as he was able to serve.
Death had no terrors for him. He passed peacefully surrounded by his loved ones, at his home on Thursday, November 25, 1897.
(From Webster's Weekly, December 2, 1897.)
Republished in The Reidsville Review, December 24, 1923.
Contributor: S. M. (51378526)
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Hugh Kearns Reid was the son of Reuben and Elizabeth Settle Reid, and was born in Rockingham county May 6th, 1817. He was one of seven children, David S. Reid, who became governor and United States Senator; Reuben, who died in boyhood; Francis, wife of Samuel Adams, Rhoda, wife of Wm. Scott; Henrietta, wife of George Price; Annie, wife of Absalom Reid. His parents are buried at the graveyard in rear of the Baptist church. A marble shaft marks their graves, the inscriptions show that his father was born March 12th, 1787, and died June 22nd, 1862; his mother was born January 1, 1794, died August 19, 1870.
The subject of this sketch was twice married, first to Caroline Grave of Caswell county, May 5th, 1857, a daughter of Hon. Calvin Graves, who long represented Caswell county in the state legislature, and cast the deciding vote for the construction of the North Carolina railroad. Three children blessed their union— Carrie, wife of N. C. Thompson; Bettie Lea, wife of C. H. Overman; Nettie, wife of Robert Harris, all of whom reside in Reidsville. The devoted young wife died September 6th, 1864.
Mr. Reid's second union was to Caroline Settle, daughter of Judge Thos. Settle, Sr, of Rockingham county, July 24th, 1866.
Mr. Reid was one of the first settlers. From the earliest days of the towns upward movement, after the war, he was an important factor in its development, He was a familiar figure on our streets, and it has been often remarked that Reidsville would not look like herself if he was not around to see how things were moving.
Notwithstanding his locks were white with the frosts of four score winters, he was young in spirit and well preserved physically, Mr. Reid had a just appreciation of the dignity of labor. He knew what it was to toil with hands and brain.
The basis of his large fortune was made by manual labor in his young manhood. It was a matter of pride to him that his parents taught him correct views of life. He began life for himself with the best endowment his parents could give him, a sound mind and body, right views of men and things, and a genuine love for work. Ho sowed no wild oats, steered clear of the dangers that beset the pathway of young men, and while others were having a "good time" he was applying himself to the realities of life. He saved what others wasted—time, strength, thought, money.
His business career covered more than sixty years. Never a dishonest penny stained his fingers. His fellow men rejoiced in his success, for it was the legitimate fruit of superior business ability and not the result of squeezing the unfortunate.
We repeat, Mr. Reid had correct views of life. Success never turned his head. Though one of our wealthiest citizens, there was nothing in his manner that showed he was conscious
of It. He was a man whom wealth did not spoil. His tastes were simple, his manner cordial and unaffected. He loved humanity. He showed it first by treating men just. To give alms is noble, but to give labor its just reward is better. He was charitable to the needy, but made no display of his gifts. No one took greater pleasure in helping a struggling young man to rise by giving him counsel, and substantial assistance, where he saw it would do good. An instance was mentioned by the beneficary a few days after Mr. Reid's death when he had paid for a lot of work In advance to aid a friend in business, yet it was not known to the community. It helped his own soul and encouraged the recipient of his kindness, that was all the reward he
wanted. Mr. Reid possessed the genius of common sense to a remarkable degree. He was one of the most balanced men we have ever known.
His reason was clear, his judgement accurate, his will strong, his sympathies broad. He never went to extremes on any line. He had dealings with all kinds of people but was always calm, even under the most inviting circumstances. His cheerfulness was contagious. Mr, Reid had a varied business experience. For several years after removing to Reidsville he was associated with the late William Lindsey in the mercantile business andwas a partner in the tobacco manufacturing firm of Lindsey, Sampson & Co. In addition to this he had large farming and real estate interests. He built several substantial business houses and numerous tenement
houses, His business judgment was accurate and his ability as a financier was unquestioned. Upon the organization of Citizens Bank he became one of its directors and continued in that position until he retired on account of increasing infirmity. Though often importuned to accept political honors, Mr. Reid preferred to remain in private life. He took a lively interest in public affairs, however, and his council was much sought after in matters affecting the welfare of town and county.
Mr. Reid's religious life was not a demonstrative one. It was characterized by constancy, and expressed itself in actions rather than in words. He was a member of the Reidsville Baptist church and remained a devoted member until called up higher. The confidence of his brethren in his piety and sound judgment was evidenced by his election as deacon as long as he was able to serve.
Death had no terrors for him. He passed peacefully surrounded by his loved ones, at his home on Thursday, November 25, 1897.
(From Webster's Weekly, December 2, 1897.)
Republished in The Reidsville Review, December 24, 1923.
Contributor: S. M. (51378526)
Son of Reuben and Elizabeth Reid. (Brother to David Settle Reid, among others). Husband of (1) Carolina "Carrie" Hannah Graves, of Locust Hill---a daughter of Calvin Graves, who he married on May 22, 1857 in Caswell Co., NC. After she died, he married (2) Caroline Settle.
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Hugh Kearns Reid was the son of Reuben and Elizabeth Settle Reid, and was born in Rockingham county May 6th, 1817. He was one of seven children, David S. Reid, who became governor and United States Senator; Reuben, who died in boyhood; Francis, wife of Samuel Adams, Rhoda, wife of Wm. Scott; Henrietta, wife of George Price; Annie, wife of Absalom Reid. His parents are buried at the graveyard in rear of the Baptist church. A marble shaft marks their graves, the inscriptions show that his father was born March 12th, 1787, and died June 22nd, 1862; his mother was born January 1, 1794, died August 19, 1870.
The subject of this sketch was twice married, first to Caroline Grave of Caswell county, May 5th, 1857, a daughter of Hon. Calvin Graves, who long represented Caswell county in the state legislature, and cast the deciding vote for the construction of the North Carolina railroad. Three children blessed their union— Carrie, wife of N. C. Thompson; Bettie Lea, wife of C. H. Overman; Nettie, wife of Robert Harris, all of whom reside in Reidsville. The devoted young wife died September 6th, 1864.
Mr. Reid's second union was to Caroline Settle, daughter of Judge Thos. Settle, Sr, of Rockingham county, July 24th, 1866.
Mr. Reid was one of the first settlers. From the earliest days of the towns upward movement, after the war, he was an important factor in its development, He was a familiar figure on our streets, and it has been often remarked that Reidsville would not look like herself if he was not around to see how things were moving.
Notwithstanding his locks were white with the frosts of four score winters, he was young in spirit and well preserved physically, Mr. Reid had a just appreciation of the dignity of labor. He knew what it was to toil with hands and brain.
The basis of his large fortune was made by manual labor in his young manhood. It was a matter of pride to him that his parents taught him correct views of life. He began life for himself with the best endowment his parents could give him, a sound mind and body, right views of men and things, and a genuine love for work. Ho sowed no wild oats, steered clear of the dangers that beset the pathway of young men, and while others were having a "good time" he was applying himself to the realities of life. He saved what others wasted—time, strength, thought, money.
His business career covered more than sixty years. Never a dishonest penny stained his fingers. His fellow men rejoiced in his success, for it was the legitimate fruit of superior business ability and not the result of squeezing the unfortunate.
We repeat, Mr. Reid had correct views of life. Success never turned his head. Though one of our wealthiest citizens, there was nothing in his manner that showed he was conscious
of It. He was a man whom wealth did not spoil. His tastes were simple, his manner cordial and unaffected. He loved humanity. He showed it first by treating men just. To give alms is noble, but to give labor its just reward is better. He was charitable to the needy, but made no display of his gifts. No one took greater pleasure in helping a struggling young man to rise by giving him counsel, and substantial assistance, where he saw it would do good. An instance was mentioned by the beneficary a few days after Mr. Reid's death when he had paid for a lot of work In advance to aid a friend in business, yet it was not known to the community. It helped his own soul and encouraged the recipient of his kindness, that was all the reward he
wanted. Mr. Reid possessed the genius of common sense to a remarkable degree. He was one of the most balanced men we have ever known.
His reason was clear, his judgement accurate, his will strong, his sympathies broad. He never went to extremes on any line. He had dealings with all kinds of people but was always calm, even under the most inviting circumstances. His cheerfulness was contagious. Mr, Reid had a varied business experience. For several years after removing to Reidsville he was associated with the late William Lindsey in the mercantile business andwas a partner in the tobacco manufacturing firm of Lindsey, Sampson & Co. In addition to this he had large farming and real estate interests. He built several substantial business houses and numerous tenement
houses, His business judgment was accurate and his ability as a financier was unquestioned. Upon the organization of Citizens Bank he became one of its directors and continued in that position until he retired on account of increasing infirmity. Though often importuned to accept political honors, Mr. Reid preferred to remain in private life. He took a lively interest in public affairs, however, and his council was much sought after in matters affecting the welfare of town and county.
Mr. Reid's religious life was not a demonstrative one. It was characterized by constancy, and expressed itself in actions rather than in words. He was a member of the Reidsville Baptist church and remained a devoted member until called up higher. The confidence of his brethren in his piety and sound judgment was evidenced by his election as deacon as long as he was able to serve.
Death had no terrors for him. He passed peacefully surrounded by his loved ones, at his home on Thursday, November 25, 1897.
(From Webster's Weekly, December 2, 1897.)
Republished in The Reidsville Review, December 24, 1923.
Contributor: S. M. (51378526)
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Hugh Kearns Reid was the son of Reuben and Elizabeth Settle Reid, and was born in Rockingham county May 6th, 1817. He was one of seven children, David S. Reid, who became governor and United States Senator; Reuben, who died in boyhood; Francis, wife of Samuel Adams, Rhoda, wife of Wm. Scott; Henrietta, wife of George Price; Annie, wife of Absalom Reid. His parents are buried at the graveyard in rear of the Baptist church. A marble shaft marks their graves, the inscriptions show that his father was born March 12th, 1787, and died June 22nd, 1862; his mother was born January 1, 1794, died August 19, 1870.
The subject of this sketch was twice married, first to Caroline Grave of Caswell county, May 5th, 1857, a daughter of Hon. Calvin Graves, who long represented Caswell county in the state legislature, and cast the deciding vote for the construction of the North Carolina railroad. Three children blessed their union— Carrie, wife of N. C. Thompson; Bettie Lea, wife of C. H. Overman; Nettie, wife of Robert Harris, all of whom reside in Reidsville. The devoted young wife died September 6th, 1864.
Mr. Reid's second union was to Caroline Settle, daughter of Judge Thos. Settle, Sr, of Rockingham county, July 24th, 1866.
Mr. Reid was one of the first settlers. From the earliest days of the towns upward movement, after the war, he was an important factor in its development, He was a familiar figure on our streets, and it has been often remarked that Reidsville would not look like herself if he was not around to see how things were moving.
Notwithstanding his locks were white with the frosts of four score winters, he was young in spirit and well preserved physically, Mr. Reid had a just appreciation of the dignity of labor. He knew what it was to toil with hands and brain.
The basis of his large fortune was made by manual labor in his young manhood. It was a matter of pride to him that his parents taught him correct views of life. He began life for himself with the best endowment his parents could give him, a sound mind and body, right views of men and things, and a genuine love for work. Ho sowed no wild oats, steered clear of the dangers that beset the pathway of young men, and while others were having a "good time" he was applying himself to the realities of life. He saved what others wasted—time, strength, thought, money.
His business career covered more than sixty years. Never a dishonest penny stained his fingers. His fellow men rejoiced in his success, for it was the legitimate fruit of superior business ability and not the result of squeezing the unfortunate.
We repeat, Mr. Reid had correct views of life. Success never turned his head. Though one of our wealthiest citizens, there was nothing in his manner that showed he was conscious
of It. He was a man whom wealth did not spoil. His tastes were simple, his manner cordial and unaffected. He loved humanity. He showed it first by treating men just. To give alms is noble, but to give labor its just reward is better. He was charitable to the needy, but made no display of his gifts. No one took greater pleasure in helping a struggling young man to rise by giving him counsel, and substantial assistance, where he saw it would do good. An instance was mentioned by the beneficary a few days after Mr. Reid's death when he had paid for a lot of work In advance to aid a friend in business, yet it was not known to the community. It helped his own soul and encouraged the recipient of his kindness, that was all the reward he
wanted. Mr. Reid possessed the genius of common sense to a remarkable degree. He was one of the most balanced men we have ever known.
His reason was clear, his judgement accurate, his will strong, his sympathies broad. He never went to extremes on any line. He had dealings with all kinds of people but was always calm, even under the most inviting circumstances. His cheerfulness was contagious. Mr, Reid had a varied business experience. For several years after removing to Reidsville he was associated with the late William Lindsey in the mercantile business andwas a partner in the tobacco manufacturing firm of Lindsey, Sampson & Co. In addition to this he had large farming and real estate interests. He built several substantial business houses and numerous tenement
houses, His business judgment was accurate and his ability as a financier was unquestioned. Upon the organization of Citizens Bank he became one of its directors and continued in that position until he retired on account of increasing infirmity. Though often importuned to accept political honors, Mr. Reid preferred to remain in private life. He took a lively interest in public affairs, however, and his council was much sought after in matters affecting the welfare of town and county.
Mr. Reid's religious life was not a demonstrative one. It was characterized by constancy, and expressed itself in actions rather than in words. He was a member of the Reidsville Baptist church and remained a devoted member until called up higher. The confidence of his brethren in his piety and sound judgment was evidenced by his election as deacon as long as he was able to serve.
Death had no terrors for him. He passed peacefully surrounded by his loved ones, at his home on Thursday, November 25, 1897.
(From Webster's Weekly, December 2, 1897.)
Republished in The Reidsville Review, December 24, 1923.
Contributor: S. M. (51378526)
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