Thomas Cadell (1844-1919)

Obituary
ALDERMAN THOMAS CADELL One of the oldest and most widely known residents of Hillston, Alderman Thomas Cadell, passed away in the local hospital on Monday morning last. The deceased gentleman, who was 74 years of age, had been ailing off and on for some considerable time, and had only recently returned from Sydney. On Sunday morning last he complained of feeling unwell, and Dr. Thornton was called to attend him, whereupon the doctor ordered his removal to the hospital, and there pronounced his case as hopeless. The patient lingered till Monday morning and died as above stated. Mr. Cadell was born at Windsor, N.S.W., and came to Hillston about 31 years ago to fill the position of Stock Inspector which position he faithfully carried out up to a few months ago when he was retired. Deceased took a lively interest in all public matters in his early days, being a committeeman of the Hillston Hospital for a number of years, several times Alderman of the Municipal Council, which seat he held at the time of his death. He was for many years secretary of the L. P. & A. Society, also secretary of the Picnic Race Club, and was identified with several other public bodies at different periods. He was one of the oldest local licensing magistrates. The deceased was a keen sport and was always to the fore in sporting circles. His wife predeceased him about three years ago, and there were no children. A brother of the deceased, who is a pastoralist, resides in the Mudgee district, and several relatives reside in Sydney. He made many friends in this district, and widespread regret was felt at his death. The remains were interred in the local cemetery on Tuesday morning, Mr. A. J. Wilson carrying out the funeral arrangements.

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