He owned the finest and fattest horses that were driven to Mount Olivet Church.

His cattle roamed the forests for miles around, and his hogs cracked acorns on every hillside.
Apart from his worldly wealth he was the most distinguished member of Mount Olivet church.

For years he had been deacon in said church, and was president of the official board.

In fact, he was as truly a part of the Church as was the pulpit on the platform or the bell in the steeple.
No meeting was complete without him.

He was an indispensable part of the service.