He possesses a highly cultured mind, a humane and benevolent disposition, coupled with an agreeable and attractive manner.
He is, and was always, a patriotic American citizen. During his sojourn in Canada he never relinquished his birthright.
The name of Orrin S. Wood will be long remembered by telegraph men as the first telegraphist on the continent of America, a distinction worthy of record in the annals of telegraphy, and is the oldest telegraph man living at the present time in America.
Long may he be spared is the fervent hope of the telegraph fraternity.
SIR HUGH ALLAN.
Sir Hugh Allan.
The name of this gentleman will be remembered in connection with the Montreal Telegraph Company. He was its President from 1851 until the day of his death.
It was largely through his efforts in conjunction with Mr. Wood that the telegraph system was extended to the most remote points in Canada.