The Mountain Sentinel

Thos. Collins, Esq.

On Sunday last, at the Summit, we had the pleasure of meeting with Thos. Collins, Esq., late member of the Legislature from this county. He has not yet fully recovered from the effects of the severe sickness which prostrated him for so long a period last fall, but is gradually improving. A change of climate from that of Harrisburg to the mountains, and a relief from the cares of State, will, we hope, in a short time, be the means of restoring him to full health and vigor. In this connection we seize an opportunity of referring to his sterling worth, his true and constant attachment to and firm and unwavering support of the cardinal principles of the Democratic party. Acting, in his capacity as Legislator, upon principles, and determined to adhere to them, though the political heavens should fall, his votes and Legislative career are the especial pride of his constituency, and it were well for the interests of the State had some of his fellow democrats emulated his example and clung as closely to the Democratic mast. Cambria has just cause to congratulate herself at beholding the fair and unblemished record of her late member of the Assembly, and we hope he may live long to enjoy the admiration and respect of his fellow-citizens.