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SURPRISE VALLEY RECORD – CEDARVILLE, MODOC COUNTY, CAL.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 7, 1926
Jodie Abrams and wife were here from Westwood yesterday on a short visit to
relatives.
R. G. Adams, who suffered a slight stroke of apoplexy last week, is reported
as much improved at this writing.
Mrs. Aimee Semple McPherson has now gone into retirement and is threatening
to bring libel suits against several, who have expressed an opinion that her
tale of captivity is untrue.
Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Leonard arrived here Monday from Gridley on their way to
Oregon. We understand that they have disposed of their property at Gridley
and are looking for a new location.
Mrs. Catherine Terry, one of the Sacramento Union’s accomplished linotype
operators, arrived here last week on a short vacation, which she spent at
her ranch here. She says business is good in the capital city.
Last week, Andrew Jacobs was driving a tractor along the road, drawing the
Hughes well boring outfit and was stopped by a couple of automobile
officials, who made out a nice little red card, ordering Mr. Hughes to
appear before the court at Alturas and show cause why penalty should not be
paid.
A NEAR TRAGEDY
Messrs. Cunningham and Langdon, of the Cedarville Garage and their families
had a thrilling experience while on a picnic excursion at Blue Lake last
Sunday, that but for the timely arrival of help might have resulted in a sad
tragedy. On arriving at the Lake, they thought they would take a boat ride
over its placid surface and Mr. Langdon and another man got into a small
boat to tow a larger one over the lake. In the larger boat were Mr. and Mrs.
Cunningham and Mrs. Langdon and seven small children. When about the center
of the lake the large boat sprung a leak and the water rushed in faster than
it could be bailed out and was soon nearly filled when their calls for help
was answered by others in a boat, who were close by and came to their rescue
and helped take the water soaked voyagers out and had just gotten the last
one out when the disabled boat sunk to the bottom of the lake.
LAND SOLD
Since Miller and Lux started in to sell holdings in Nevada and Oregon, the
following sales have been made.
The massacre ranch, which comprises 3080 acres, was sold to Mrs. Lena Harkey
Scott, of Eagleville.
The Wall Canyon Badger, Fish Canyon and Horse Canyon group was sold to
Thomas Dufferina.
The Antelope, Wilder and Mud Creek properties were sold to Alec Dufferina.
The Big Creek Ranch was sold to Ed D. Farnham, of California.
The Pacific Live Stock Company is anxious to dispose of all its holdings and
offering them at very reasonable prices. Inquiries may be addressed to
Burns, Oregon.
Walter Johnstone and son, Sam arrived here from Oakland yesterday and will
remain for a few days.
Nels Madison is reported quite ill this week.
Miss Edna Finmand came up from Berkeley last week.
Mrs. L. N. Pabst left last week for Berkeley on a visit to her mother, Mrs.
Bonner.
Ernest Van Riper was examined by the doctors at Alturas last week and was
declared insane and was taken to the asylum at Napa.
Gerald Day formerly of this place but now of Edgewood, Siskiyou County, came
over yesterday on a short visit to the old home place.
Miss Dorothy Miller came over from Westwood last week to spend the Fourth
with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. George Miller, returning to Westwood
yesterday.
Mrs. Maude Keeney, formerly a resident of this place but now of Westwood,
was here yesterday on a short visit and reports times good at the big
lumbering town.
Mrs. Charles Kafader and Mrs. Whipple of Adel were in Cedarville Sunday.
Mrs. Kafader came down to meet her brother, Clarence Phillips, of Selma, who
was attending the Alturas Round up. Mr. and Mrs. Kafader are now located at
Adel, having purchased the store at that place.
Mrs. D. S. Denehy, Mr. and Mrs. William Smith and little son, Allen and Miss
Hope Ward departed last Friday for Oakland, going by way of Westwood. Mrs.
Denehy and Miss Ward will return after a couple weeks visit and Mrs. Smith
will resume her studies at the Armstrong College.
Eugene F. Wood and bride and sister, Mrs. Bright Hill, arrived here from
Petaluma last Monday, on a visit to their parents, Mr. and Mrs. John H.
Wood, of this place. Gene is one of the Surprise Valley boys who has made
good and prospered; and on July 1st was married to Miss Gladys Adams, of
Petaluma and his many friends here extend heartiest congratulations. The
young couple will extend their trip thru Oregon and Washington before
returning home.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 14, 1926
MURDER, MOST FOUL
The finding of the still, cold horribly bruised body of Mrs. Pearl Connell
in an old, abandoned cellar in the southwestern part of town, last Thursday
afternoon brought to light the fact that a murder most atrocious had been
committed. Mrs. Connell, associated with Frank E. Page in conducting the
Hotel Surprise for the past three or four years was last seen alive at the
hotel about nine o’clock Tuesday evening, July 6th. About twenty minute’s
later screams, apparently a woman’s, were heard by several of the residents
in that part of the town and Roy Stanley made some investigation but could
find nothing that night, but the next morning, he repaired to the place he
thought the screams came from and found a pair of women’s’ brown pumps that
were recognized by her friends and also identified by W. G. Rea, who had
sold them to her a few days previous. The grass and weeds had been trampled
down where the shoes were found, showing that a desperate struggle had taken
place there.
Wednesday morning search was instituted for the missing woman and that
Sheriff Sharp was advised of her disappearance and he with others continued
the search until Thursday afternoon about three o’clock, when Bert Simson
looked into an old cellar and saw her feet protruding from the debris and on
removing the weeds and dirt with which the body was covered, was found to be
the remains of the unfortunate woman. Her face and head were terribly
bruised and the imprints of fingers was plainly visible on her throat and
her body was more or less bruised, which indicated that she had made a hard
struggle for life.
An autopsy held by Drs. Kennedy, Coppedge and Stiles disclosed the fact that
the windpipe had been completely crushed causing death. Coroner Frank Kerr
empanelled a jury composed of Frank Stanley, Foreman, Ira Darst, C. E.
Cummins, John Jacobs, L. A. Wheeler, A. R. Johnstone, Frank Henry, Dan B.
Hanks and after evidence had been submitted the jury rendered a verdict that
the deceased had "come to her death by strangulation by hands unknown to
them."
On Wednesday, Sheriff Sharp ordered his deputy, Frank Van Horn to arrest May
Goodwin, Leo Unger and William Goodwin, who were on their way to Alturas and
on Thursday evening, Sheriff Sharp took Frank Page into custody and the four
are now in jail at Alturas pending trial. The feeling here is intensely
bitter against Frank Page, as he is suspected of committing the horrible
murder. Sheriff Sharp and District Attorney Laird have been untiring in
their efforts to procure all evidence possible in the case and the
preliminary hearing will be held at an early date.
The awful tragedy has cast a mantle of gloom over the entire community, as
Mrs. Connell was well liked by all and as far as is known had not an enemy
other than the one who murdered her; but little of her early life is known
here. She was born in Texas and was about 45 years of age and we understand
that her remains will be shipped to Texas for interment. Deep sorrow is also
felt for the relatives of the accused man. (1:1)
LITTLE BOY MET DEATH BY FIRE
Yesterday morning the barn on the John Areche ranch, between here and
Eagleville was completely destroyed by fire. Ray the little 3 year-old son
of Mr. and Mrs. John Areche was burned to death in the flames. It seems that
the two little boys had gone into the barn to look at some puppies that were
under the floor and in order to see them better the larger boy, aged about
five, lit a match, which ignited the hay. The little fellows started for the
door and the elder one succeeded in getting out, but little ray was overcome
by the smoke and perished in the flames. Several mowers, rakes, harness and
other machinery were also burned. The entire community sincerely sympathizes
with Mr. and Mrs. Areche in their sad misfortune. (1:2)
Miss Gay Delmas departed last week for San Jose, where she will visit her
mother for a while.
George Parman was in from Long Valley last week and reports things looking
good out that way.
Mrs. Leon R. Stanley and little daughter, Doris came up from Modesto last
week and is visiting the Record family and will probably spend the summer
here.
William Mateer and wife arrived here from San Francisco last week on a short
visit. Billy is one of the old time residents of this place and was kept
busy shaking hands with his old time friends.
Mrs. Monroe, sister of Mrs. Fannie Wilson and Fred Wallace and two nieces,
the Misses Peterson, arrived here last week from Oakland on a visit to
relatives in the valley and is now the guest of Mrs. Wilson.
Frank E. Page has turned over the Surprise Hotel property to F. E. Bush, who
is holding it in trust for the Bank. A good hotel is the best drawing card
that town can have and Cedarville should have one of the best.
Assemblyman, M. V. Wemple and wife were here Monday from their home at
Susanville. Mr. Wemple is a candidate for re-election and as his record at
the last session was one of the best, he will be an easy winner this fall.
DEATH OF OLD PIONEER
Last Thursday, Nelse Madison, one of the early residents of this place,
quietly passed over to the Great Beyond after a brief illness. His funeral
was conducted Saturday forenoon by Rev. M. J. Williams and the remains were
followed to their last resting place by many of his old time friends. Mr.
Madison came to Cedarville in 1868 and with the exception of two years has
lived here continuously and at one time was a clerk in the store of the
pioneer merchants of this valley, Cressler & Bonner. He was of a genial
nature and his kindly disposition and absolute honesty in his dealings made
him many friends, who deeply regret his departure. He was a native of Sweden
and came to the United States when a boy and at the time of his death was
ninety-one years and three months of age and leaves no known relatives to
mourn his passing. (8:1)
WEDNESDAY, JULY 21, 1926
PIONEER RESIDENT PASSES
Mrs. Lucy A. Wallace, one of the pioneer residents of this valley, died at
Oakland last Monday and her remains will be brought here and interred in the
Lake City cemetery. She was a most estimable lady and highly esteemed by a
large number of friends, who deeply sympathize with the bereaved family. She
leaves five daughters, Mrs. Schadler of Fort Bidwell, Mrs. Fannie Wilson of
Cedarville, Mrs. P. L. Johnson, Mrs. Ella Chapman and Mrs. A. Munroe of
Oakland and George and Fred Wallace of this valley. (1:1)
DEATH OF MRS. ROBERTS
On July 8th, Mrs. Elizabeth Roberts, mother of Mrs. Floyd Stimers, of the
place, died at her home between Lookout and Adin. Mrs. Roberts was born in
Michigan Dec 22, 1848 and was married to Fred H. Roberts, 1871 and came to
Big Valley in 1878, where she has lived ever since. She possessed a most
lovable disposition, which endeared her to a large circle of friends, who
deeply sympathize with the bereaved ones in their sad affliction. (1:1)
Seawell Wheeler, former resident of this valley but now of Oakland, came up
a few days ago on a visit to his brother, Frank and family and other
relatives of Lake City, returning home yesterday.
A report reached here yesterday, that Farley Auble and wife had been killed
in an automobile accident at Fresno. No particulars have been received. Mr.
Auble taught school here and Eagleville some years ago. He was a brother of
Dr. E. F. Auble, of Alturas. (1:1)
While William Stewart was riding in a car with three others near Lake City
last Friday, a cow made a dash at the machine and came near climbing into it
and striking young Stewart just above the right eye with her horn, making a
bad wound that required treatment by Dr. Kennedy. The animal was evidently
frightened by the headlights on the car.
HEARING SET FOR JULY 29TH
E. J. Pascal, criminologist of the Burns Detective Agency and H. Schrader,
fingerprint expert from the State Bureau of Criminal Investigation, of San
Francisco, arrived here last Wednesday and in company with District Attorney
Laird, have been gathering evidence relating to the murder case of Mrs.
Pearl Connell at this place on July 6th. Court Reporter, Mrs. may Yates,
accompanied them and what they have discovered in the way of evidence is yet
unknown to the public.
A. K. Wylie and D. B. Robinett have been retained as his attorneys.
E. M. Maher, nephew of the murdered woman, arrived here last Wednesday and
had the remains shipped to Brackettville, Texas for interment. Also, while
here Mr. Maher formally swore to a complaint charging Frank E. Page with the
murder of Mrs. Connell. Numerous rumors are floating around but their
authenticity is a matter yet to be solved. It is hoped by the people of this
community that the one committing the horrible deed will be discovered and
proper punishment meted out to him.
The time of the preliminary hearing has been set for July 29th.
Mr. Harkey, a brother of Mrs. W. U. Scott, of Burns, Oregon was here last
Monday and contemplates returning to Oregon within the next few days.
Grant Adams is now able to be about the streets, but his yet very weak and
it will be sometime before he has fully recovered from his recent illness.
A cutting affray occurred at Alturas yesterday morning in which John Larkin
was stabbed with a knife in several places by a stranger. The wounds are not
considered dangerous.
Lester Jacobs and Mrs. Florence Fisher were married at Alturas last
Wednesday. Their many friends extend best wishes for a happy and prosperous
journey thru life.
Mrs. J. B. Faulkner died at the Lakeview Hospital last Monday from blood
poisoning. She was the wife of John Faulkner of the N. C.O. railroad and was
highly esteemed by all who knew her. (8:1)
John Dodson, of Lake City and aged and prominent resident of this valley,
passed away last Wednesday and was buried at Lake City on Friday. His
obituary is not available at this time but will appear next week. (8:1)
WEDNESDAY, JULY 28, 1926
A special session of the Grand jury has been ordered to meet at Alturas on
Monday, August 2nd, at 10 a. m. presumably to take testimony in the case
Frank Page, charged with the murder of Mrs. Pearl Connell, here on the 6th
inst.
Mrs. Jessie Stiner and Miss Ina Stiner arrived home from Porterville about
two weeks ago and will spend the summer on their ranch, near Eagleville.
Miss Stiner is one of the popular teachers of the southland and has taught
one school in Porterville consecutively for fourteen years and she gives
complete satisfaction in her work.
Mrs. Alice Hironymous informed us that several weeks ago her brother, Albert
Stiner, of Joseph Creek, was working with his cattle and a refractory bull
charged on him, throwing him to the ground and breaking his right leg twice
between the ankle and knee, causing a very serious and painful injury. He
will be confined to his bed for several weeks.
FUNERAL OF MRS. WALLACE
The funeral of Mrs. Lucy Ann Wallace was held last Thursday at Fort Bidwell
Church, with the interment in the Fort Bidwell cemetery. The Rev. M. J.
Williams conducted the funeral services and a large number of relatives and
friends attended to pay their final respects to this esteemed pioneer woman.
Mrs. Wallace, whose maiden name was Wheeler, was born in Des Moines, Iowa,
January 2nd, 1839 and died in Oakland, July 18th, aged 87 years, 5 months
and 26 days. She moved with her parents to Nevada in the early days, living
near Carson City. When a young woman she was married to Capt. William
Wallace, who served as a soldier in Nevada during the Civil War. About 1871,
they moved to Oregon, where they lived for nine years in Warner Valley. In
1879, they came to Fort Bidwell, where she became permanent resident for
forty years. The last seven years of her life, on account of failing health,
was spent with her daughter, Mrs. Ella Chapman, Oakland. Mrs. Wallace was
the mother of eleven children, seven of whom survive to mourn her loss,
besides many grand children and several great grand children. The children
living are: Mrs. Frances Wilson, Cedarville; Mrs. Lizzie Schadler, Fort
Bidwell; Mrs. P. L. Johnson; Mrs. Lillie Munroe, Mrs. Ella Chapman, Oakland;
James George Wallace, Denio, Nev.; and Fred Wallace of Cedarville. (1:2)
LAID TO REST
Last Sunday a number of the Masonic fraternity from Alturas and this place
attended the funeral of John Dodson at Lake City, whose funeral was
conducted by Northeast Lodge No. 266, F. & A. M., of which the deceased was
a charter member. Mr. Dodson came here in the early days and settled in the
vicinity of Lake City. He was highly esteemed by all and served one term as
Supervisor of the first district. Had he lived two days longer, he would
have reached the age of ninety years and has enjoyed fairly good health
until two days before his death. (1:2)
Mrs. Ralph Wilbur departed for her home at Santa Ana last Monday after
spending a few weeks with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Strotts, of this
place.
Mrs. Maude Keeney was here yesterday on her way back to Westwood in company
with Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Dollarhide.
Heath Stanley left last Thursday for Westwood, where he has accepted a
position in the office of the Red River Lumber Co.
Henry Hawkins returned from Oakland last week and we are pleased to state
that he is much improved in health. He informed us that Harry Hawkins
underwent a second surgical operation last week and that he was getting
along as well as could be expected.
Mrs. Andrew Groby, familiarly known as "Grandma" Groby and who resided here
for many years, died at Springport, Michigan, July 11th, at the age of
ninety-one years. William Groby, of this place, is a grandson. Her many
friends here regret to hear of her death. (8:1)
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Modoc County, California
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SURPRISE VALLEY RECORD – CEDARVILLE, MODOC COUNTY, CAL.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 2, 1926
Mrs. Bird Summers, of Selma, arrived here some day ago on a visit to their
parents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Chambers and expects to return to her home
next week.
Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Johnson, Mr. and Mrs. Olin Johnson and small son and Mr.
and Mrs. Dan Craig and little daughter, all of Westwood, arrived here at
week on a visit to relatives and old time friends, who were pleased to see
them again.
Mrs. Owens, of New Pine Creek, Oregon, is here visiting her niece, Mrs.
Harry Rinehart and family and attending Chautauqua.
Mrs. A. W. Chaffey and children of Oakland, arrived last week for a visit
with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. G. R. Stimers.
Mr. and Mrs. Charles Kafader were here Sunday from Lakeview.
Mr. and Mrs. Roy Gooch left last week for Benicia where they expect to
reside. They have leased their ranch to George Tierney.
Mrs. Thomas D. Jones underwent an operation for appendicitis yesterday by
Dr. Kennedy, assisted by Dr. Coppedge, of Alturas.
Mrs. Ernest Grove, of Eagleville was operated on last week for appendicitis,
by Dr. Kennedy and is reported doing nicely.
Mrs. Orpha Redabaugh arrived here recently from her home in Virginia, on a
visit to her parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Street.
Decoration Say was fittingly observed at the cemetery here, last Sunday
morning, by an address by Rev. Williams, patriotic songs by the choir and
the salute by a body of ex-soldiers, the program concluding with the
sounding of taps, by Lester Jacobs, after which all the graves were
decorated.
DIED – At Cedarville, Cal., Thelma, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bojorques. The
little one was aged five years and from infancy had been suffering from
heart trouble, which resulted in death yesterday morning. Sincere sympathy
is extended to the bereaved parents. (8:1)
Dr. Kennedy took Mrs. Gallop, of Fort Bidwell, and Joseph Miller, of this
place, to Lakeview last Sunday and on Monday operated on both for
appendicitis and at last accounts, they were getting along as well as could
be expected.
Last Friday, while welding an ammonia tank with an acetylene torch, a pipe
on the gauge exploded, knocking Grant Adam’s and W. H. Hussa down, but
fortunately, doing no serious injury, except that the torch collided with
Grant’s stomach, making a very sore spot. Their escape from death was
nothing short of miraculous as the explosion of one of these tanks are
always attended by the destruction of life and property.
Mrs. M. J. Williams arrived home from Reno some days ago and we are glad to
state that she is somewhat improved in health.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 16,1926
Mrs. Lizzie Jurrell has been quite ill during the past week but is somewhat
improved at this writing.
Fred Wheeler and wife were over this week from Alturas. He is agent for the
Maytag washing machine.
Mrs. Arthur Stiner and two daughters, the Misses Marcella and Arthada,
arrived home from Porterville last Thursday and will remain during the
summer vacation. The young ladies are talented musicians and have
delightfully entertained our people on many occasions.
Mrs. Alice Hironymous, who spent the past year or more at and around
Porterville, returned last Thursday evening and says she really enjoys
getting back to Modoc and will probably remain here permanently. Mrs.
Hironymous is one of the pioneer residents of this valley and has many warm
friends who welcome her return home.
Mrs. William Smith arrived home last Saturday evening and will spend her
vacation with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. D. S. Denehy and her little son,
Allen. Mr. Smith arrived last week.
The car driven by Dr. Floyd Auble, O. D. Morgan and J. C. Jarman, of
Alturas, collided with a truck near Elko, Nevada last Saturday, resulting in
a broken arm for Mr. Morgan and the Dr. had his face badly lacerated.
Mr. and Mrs. James Dyke were down from Lakeview last Sunday on a short visit
to relatives. Jim is the boss manipulator of the quaint-essence of cow juice
at the Lakeview Creamery and says that business is good.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 23, 1926
W. H. Hussa, of the Surprise Valley Meat market, is suffering from a severe
attack of Lumbago this week.
A week ago Sunday at Lakeview, a Chinaman named Gee Kim was brutally beaten
and it is said dragged behind an auto, receiving wounds from which he died
shortly after being found. It seems that there wasn’t anyone who knew
anything about the commission of the crime, but four Mexican sheep shearers
have been arrested and are being held. It is probably a case of bootlegging
and booze. (4:2)
J. U. Gentry and daughter, Miss Georgia, returned last week from a ten days
visit to relatives and friends at New Pine Creek. Mrs. Gentry and sons will
remain there for a while longer.
Mrs. L. A. Wheeler and daughter, Miss Lavelle and Alfred Fisher arrived here
from Stockton last Sunday evening. Miss Wheeler will spend her summer
vacation at home.
Miss Aileen Atkinson underwent an operation for appendicitis by Dr. Kennedy
last week. She is at the home of her grandmother, Mrs. Jennie Simson and is
reported doing nicely.
Mrs. Jessie Strotts and Mr. and Mrs. Cunningham returned last night from the
southern part of the State. Miss Elaine Strotts who has been attending
school at Santa Ana accompanied them home.
Judge Salcido, publisher of the Bieber Gazette and Justice of the Peace of
Bieber Township, was found to be the happy possessor of a quantity of
bootleg liquor, some days ago and was taken to Susanville, where he was
fined $100.
Mrs. Frank McClintock and daughter, Miss Frankie, arrived here this week
from San Jose and will spend the summer in Surprise Valley, on their old
home place, now owned to Mr. and Mrs. John Ennis. Their many friends are
glad to meet them again.
Fred Wylie, of Alturas had the misfortune of breaking his leg last Saturday
we are informed.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 30, 1926
While working in his blacksmith shop last Saturday, Grant Adams suffered a
stroke of apoplexy and is still quite ill at this writing, suffering
considerably with pains in his head. Over exertion during the extreme heat
brought on the attack.
Joseph Miller returned last week from Lakeview, where he had been confined
in the hospital.
As we were going to press today, A. L. Page’s residence on Bonner Street was
destroyed by fire.
Born – At Lake City, Cal., June 20, 1926, to Mr. and Mrs. Gherald Wilson, a
son. The little one lived only a few hours. (8:1)
Mrs. Ralph Wilbur came up from Santa Ana last week with her mother Mrs.
Strotts and party and she expects to remain here indefinitely.
Mrs. Worthy Benner and little son are here from Oakland, visiting relatives
and friends. She was accompanied by her brother, William Hays.
Mrs. William Evarts and little son, Edgar, departed for her home in Lovelock
Monday, after spending several weeks here with her mother, Mrs. Fannie
Wilson.
The little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Benner was brought in from Gerlach
some days ago for medical treatment and is now improving nicely.
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SURPRISE VALLEY RECORD – CEDARVILLE, MODOC COUNTY, CAL.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 21, 1926
Born – In Cedarville, Cal., April 20, 1926, to Mr. and Mrs. Roy Stanley, a
son.
WILL
In the Superior Court of Modoc County, State of California.
In the matter of the estate of Isaac S. Brown, deceased.
Notice for Publication of time appointed for Proving Will, etc.
Notice is hereby given that Tuesday, the 18th day of April 1926, at 10 o’clock
A. M. of said day, at the Court Room of said Superior Court at the Court
Hose in the town of Alturas, County of Modoc, has been appointed as the time
and place for proving the will of Isaac S. Brown, deceased and for hearing
the application of Leah C. Brown for the issuance to her of Letters
Testamentary when and where any person interested may appear and contest the
same.
Dated March 18, 1926
L. S. Smith, Clerk
B. B. Robinson, Attorney
In THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE of California, in and for the County of
Modoc,
In the matter of the Estate of Marcus Pontojas, deceased,
Notice of Creditors,
Notice is hereby given by the under signed administrator of the estate of
the above named deceased to the Creditors of, and all persons having claims
against the said estate to file them in the office or the Clerk of the above
entitled Court, within four months after the first publication of this
notice, which is the date here, or to exhibit them with the necessary
vouchers for approval within the same time, to the undersigned Administrator
at the office of E. C. Bonner in Alturas California, which said
administrator selects as his place for the transaction of the business of
said estate.
Dated March 10, 1926
J. F. Kerr
Administrator of said estate
FUNERAL OF J. R. WILSON
The remains of the late J. R. Wilson, who died in Oakland on the 10th inst.,
arrived here at Monday night, accompanied by his family and the Knight of
Pythias Lodge will hold funeral services at the K. of p. Hall here this
afternoon at 1 o’clock after which the remains will be taken to Lake City
and interred under the auspices of the Woodmen of America. A large number
from this place will attend the funeral at Lake City. (6:4)
WEDNESDAY, MAY 5, 1926
LAID TO REST
The remains of Mrs. Orville Hotchkiss, who died in San Francisco, April
25th, were interred in the Lake City Cemetery Thursday afternoon, Rev. W. A.
Heard conducting the services. The funeral was attended by a large concourse
of sorrowing friends.
Gertrude Milton was born in Loyalton, Sierra County, Cal., Nov 4, 1875 and
passed away April 25, 1926. She leaves to mourn her loss her husband,
Orville Hotchkiss, three brothers, Will, Pearl, and Charles Milton and two
sisters, Mrs. Ethel Hotchkiss and Mrs. Gladys Porterfield and many other
relatives. She was married in 1902. In 1905, she united with the Baptist
Church, to which she was a faithful and active member during her life. Her
mother died in 1894 and her father in 1918 and since then she acted in the
capacity of mother, sister and best friend to the other children. (1:1)
George Tierney and wife, former residents of this place but for sometime
have resided at Anchorage, Alaska, arrived here last week on a visit to Mrs.
Tierney and her sons, Thomas and Ray Tierney and old time friends. Mrs.
Tierney was formerly Miss Hallie Gallispie and taught several terms in the
High School here. They expect to return to their new home in Washington in a
few days.
LAKE CITY NOTES
We believe that Lake City is the only town in the State of California, where
sheep and cattle are permitted to pasture in the streets. This condition is
not only unlawful but a disgrace to any town and the attention of our
District Attorney is respectfully called to the matter and the majority of
our citizens hope that he will see that the law is enforced. These are not
stock that have been turned on the Reserve; but stock which are turned in
the streets and not taken to the reserve.
The little ten-year old daughter of Mrs. Lulu Messner, died at Bidwell
yesterday morning from intestinal flu. (8:4)
Mr. and Mrs. C. G. Sevier of Long Valley were in Cedarville for a short time
last Friday. Mrs. Gladys Wentzell accompanied them home.
NOTICE – I am going to ship all my surplus flour in a short time but before
doing so I want to supply the local needs, and those desiring to procure
flour and bran can do so at the following price: Flour, $4.20 per hundred;
bran, $30.00 per ton, at the mill at Lake City.
W. A. Odbert, Lake City, Cal
CARD OF THANKS
We desire to express our sincere thanks to those who so kindly assisted us
in our late bereavement I the loss of our beloved wife and sister.
Orville Hotchkiss
Mr. and Mrs. Allie Hotchkiss
J. P. and W. L. Milton
Mr. and Mrs. A. L. Porterfield
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Harris and daughter, Miss Marie, arrived home last
Wednesday from a several months’ visit in England and report having a
splendid trip and are feeling fine. Their many friends were glad to greet
them upon their return. Mrs. Edgar Harris, of Escalon, accompanied them home
and will visit here for a time.
M. H. Lowe, of Greely, Colorado, was at Vya, Nevada, a few days last week,
visiting his sister, Mrs. E. J. Sharp and family.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 12, 1926
Harry Hughes was over to Alturas last week and got divorced from an
offending portion of the lower jaw and is now living on strained artesian
well water and hope of hereafter.
Have you tried those delicacies on sale at the Cedarville Bakery? They are
delicious and will suit the taste. Koenig Bros. are first class bakers and
they use only first class materials in all that they bake and you can always
rest assure of getting the best there.
Fred E. Bush and wife left last week for a few days visit in the lower
country. They will make the trip in their new Chrysler car. While below they
will attend the graduation of daughter, Miss Barbara, who will receive her
degree as a graduate pharmacist at the Affiliated Colleges this week.
Died – At O’Conner Sanitarium, San Jose, Cal., May 2nd, 1926, Emma Matilda
Chopping, only daughter of Frank Chopping: aged nearly six years. Our
deepest sympathy extended to the bereaved family. Mr. Chopping was too ill
to attend the funeral of either of his children. (8:5)
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I checked both the books and microfilm for directories that included Virginia City, Nevada. Only one entry was found for George Hamilton Irwin or anything close.
1871-72 George H. Irwin, Saloon 11 N. C St. Virginia City.
No other entries at all before or after, clear up till 1880.
Regards, Arline
BIG VALLEY GAZETTE – BIEBER, LASSEN COUNTY, CAL.
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6, 1906
Bert Pratt and wife left Monday for their new home at Mohawk, on the Sierra
Valley Railroad, on which road Bert holds a position.
BORN
BEGLEY – In Bieber, Cal., Nov 29th, 1906, to the wife of S. D. Begley, a son
LOOKOUT NEWS ITEMS
Dr. Cate was called to Lookout one day last week to see Sell Van Sant, who
had an attack of pneumonia, but is now much improved.
George H. Knight has been in charge of the store this past week in the
absence of George Walker, who was called to Adin during the illness and
death of his infant son. (1:4)
COUNTY SEAT ITEMS
John Packard is acting as Deputy Sheriff during the disability of F. S.
Strong, who has not recovered from his paralytic stroke.
Jay Harrison, who a short time ago, stood off Constable Torrey of Standish
with a revolver, has not been apprehended since he strode away from the
officer, who was only armed with a warrant.
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 13, 1906
A son of William Knox has been suffering with pneumonia, but is now rapidly
improving.
Seward Kresge, who has had charge of the Canby Store will soon return with
his family to Adin, having resigned his position at the former place. – Adin
Argus
BORN
NORWOOD – At Stockton, Cal., Dec 5, 1906, to the wife of J. W. Norwood, a
son
LASSEN COUNTY DIRECTORY
COUNTY OFFICERS
Superior Judge F. A. Kelley
Sheriff T. W. Wilson
Clerk George L. Tomb
Assessor C. E. Emerson
Treasurer W. P. Hall
Recorder W. W. Sharp
District Attorney H. D. Burroughs
School Supt. J. F. Dixon
Surveyor James Branham
Coroner V. Perry
SUPERVISORS
First District I. N. Jones
Second District Steve Bass
Third District J. L. Fisher
Fourth District W. D. Packwood
Fifth District W. F. Spalding
MODOC COUNTY DIRECTORY
COUNTY OFFICERS
Superior Judge John E. Raker
Sheriff B. B. Street
Clerk L. S. Smith
Assessor E. D. Mulkey
Treasurer M. Pinkney
Recorder E. G. Scammon
Tax Collector J. Todd Bonner
District Attorney E. C. Bonner
School Supt. Miss Nellie Forrest
Coroner J. T. Meredith
SUPERVISORS
First District John Bucher
Second District Jno. Fritz
Third District John Dawson
Fourth District J. D. Flournoy
Fifth District D. B. Kane
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 20, 1906
Minnie Ricketts arrived home Tuesday evening from Oregon, having been called
home by the illness of her mother, Mrs. R. A. Ricketts.
Guy S. Brown left Saturday morning for an extended visit to his folks in
Virginia. He goes from here to San Francisco and from there, takes a steamer
to Panama, crossing the isthmus, will land at Kingston, Jamaica, and on the
New York. Mr. Brown expects to be gone five months.
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 27, 1906
BREAKS HER ARM
Miss Jennie Wood, Stenographer in the offices of the McCormick – Saeltzer
Company, had her arm broken while skating at the Armory rink Thursday night.
Miss Wood was skating with another lady and slipped and fell in such a way
that her right arm was broken near the wrist. Two other ladies fell at the
same time but were uninjured.
Miss Wood is a member of the Medley social club that was having its regular
weekly skating meet at the rink. – Shasta Courier
Ollie Gibbins arrived here on the stage Tuesday from Oakland, where he has
been for several months. He went on to Lookout, where his family resides.
PROMINENTLY MENTIONED
The Reno Journal, in writing up the resources of Nevada and its prominent
citizens, has the following to say of James T. Boyd, our former townsman:
James T. Boyd is a native of New Orleans, LA, and in that historic old town,
he was reared and received his early education. Removing with his parents to
California 1878, he completed his education in that State and commenced the
study of law. In 1890, he was admitted to the bar in California and
immediately commenced the practice of his profession. Mr. Boyd first came to
Reno in 1901 and became associated with A. N. Salisbury in the legal firm of
Boyd & Salisbury. In the space of five years, he has become closely
identified with the best interests of the city, county and State, and has
numerous mining interests in the various new camps, important property
interests in Reno, which he is improving and he represents as secretary more
than twenty leading companies of the state. He is the attorney for the
following large mercantile and financial institutions: The Bank of Nevada,
the Nevada Mills Company, the McKissick estate, the Reno Brewing Company and
more than thirty mining companies. Never blind to the duties of good
citizenship, Mr. Boyd, at the last Democratic convention for State Senator,
and his fitness for the office, to which he was elected, is apparent to all
who know him.
BORN
STEIGER – At Adin, Cal., Dec 14, 1906, to the wife of Clarence M. Steiger, a
son
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BIG VALLEY GAZETTE – BIEBER, LASSEN COUNTY, CAL.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 1906
Mr. A. Smith has received his appointment as postmaster and entered upon his
duties today.
Dr. Bradshaw and family have ordered the Gazette to be sent to Orange,
Orange County, where they are now located.
Ama Dollarhide and mother was here Monday on their way to Fall River after
their furniture. They have located in Surprise Valley.
Virgil McClure arrived here yesterday from Stockton on his way to Klamath
Falls, having been called home by the serious illness of his mother.
Attorney Francis J. Heaney, who made a reputation through his successful
prosecution of the Oregon land fraud cases for the Federal Government, has
been appointed Deputy District Attorney for San Francisco. The appointment
was made for the purpose of undertaking the prosecution of various charges
of graft made against various municipal officials of San Francisco. Attorney
Heaney will be assisted in the work by united States Secret Service Agent
William Burns, one of the best known operators in the Government Secret
Service and who was associated with Heaney in working up the land fraud
cases. Rudolph Spreckels is said to have undertaken to collect the necessary
funds and the prosecution will be made through the office of the District
Attorney.
Halloween was observed here sometime Tuesday night, with the customary
pranks and will here mention that we would like to get our steps back
belonging to the back door.
BORN
WENDT – At Lake Creek, OR, Oct 29, 1906, to the wife of Henry Wendt, a son
The Alturas – Lakeview stage was overturned last Saturday, a short distance
south of Alturas, breaking the driver’s arm and bruising up the passengers.
M. C. Dungan has deeded to Thomas B. Walker the Simpson mill-site in the
northeast quarter of the southwest quarter of section 5, township 35 north,
range 4 east, lying about twelve miles southwest of Fall City. The
consideration was $2000. – Searchlight
Things are booming at the Diamond Match factory and the gigantic plant of
the match department is working to its full capacity. Three match making
machines are now in full operation and the number of burn sticks, which are
being turned out is marvelous, says the Chico Enterprise. Each of these
three machines make four hundred gross of matches a day, which meaning not
matches, but boxes of matches, making in all some 172,800 boxes. In each
box, there is an average of 100 matches, which means a total of 17,280,000
matches.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 1906
DEATH OF CHARLES C. CARLTON
Last Sunday evening at 8 o’clock, Charles C. Carlton, one of our most
respected citizens, passed away after only four days illness. Wednesday, he
was taken with capillary bronchitis, a disease he had suffered with before
and although he had the best of medical attendance, nothing could be done
owing to his age and enfeebled condition.
Mr. Carlton was for thirty years foreman for Cox & Clark, on the Dixie Ranch
and was widely known as a man of business ability and possessed genial ways
that made for him a legion of friends.
About two and a half years ago, he resigned his position with Cox & Clark
and bought property in Bieber and has since made this his home.
Deceased was aged 62 years at the time of his death and leaves two daughters
and two sons, none of whom were here at the time of his demise.
The funeral took place Tuesday forenoon from the M. E. Church, services
being conducted by Rev. Harry Perks and the remains laid to rest in the
Hillside cemetery. (1:4)
Jake Layman left this morning for Oakland.
A CASE OF SUICIDE
On Saturday evening Deputy Coroner, A. K. Philbrook received word that the
remains of a man had been found a short distance below Milford. Between that
place and the McDermott ranch. There is a rocky knoll and it was the summit
of this knoll that the suicide selected as the spot to end his career.
A jury was summoned and Dr. Gerichten held an autopsy. From all facts
adduced it would seem that the man came to his death by a bullet wound in
the head, self inflicted and from the condition of the body, the deed was
committed about three months ago. The remains were those of a very large man
and he was between forty and fifty years of age. He wore a pair of overalls,
black and white stripped shirt and rough brogan shoes. His coat and hat were
removed and lay several feet distant. One notice feature about the hat was
the fact that a part of the rim was removed. His hair was of light color and
the face smooth shaven. A knife and piece of tobacco were all the pockets
contained. – Lassen Mail (4:1)
Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Norwood and family took their departure last Friday
morning for Stockton, where they expect to make their home.
Some two months ago a stage team while being hitched up, at Hayden Hill, got
away and only one horse afterwards was found. It was supposed that the other
had died as no trace of the animal could be found. Last week the horse was
found in the junipers between here and Hayden Hill all but dead. The poor
beast still had on the harness and the collar had worn the horse’s neck in a
frightful manner.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 1906
WEDDING BELLS
A party composed of Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Packwood, Miss Mabel Null and H. E.
Wood left Monday afternoon for Alturas and on their arrival there,
Wednesday, the marriage of Frederick Bucher and Miss Mabel Null was
solemnized. Miss Null is one of Big Valley’s accomplished and popular young
ladies, while the groom was and raised in Surprise Valley and is the son of
Supervisor Bucher of Fort Bidwell and is regarded as one of Surprise Valley’s
promising young men.
The young couple will make Surprise Valley their future home.
The Gazette extends congratulations and predicts future prosperity for the
young couple.
C. C. Grove, a brother-in-law of Mrs. W. D. Packwood and O. B. Allingham,
both of Fulton, Sonoma County, arrived here last night. After a visit at
this place, they will go to Southern Oregon before returning home.
Clarence Ayers of Waterville, Washington and Miss Cora Hollenbeck of Fall
River were married at the latter place, last Sunday. Mr. Ayers is a brother
of our former townsman, M. J. Ayers and is well known here. The bride is
also well known here, having at one time been a resident of this valley.
They will make their home in Washington, where the Gazette joins their many
friends in wishing them a happy and prosperous life.
D. Oilar of Little Hot Spring Valley was over the first of the week.
Andy Arnett and wife of Hayden Hill passed through town Tuesday on their way
to Fall River.
H. B. Read, a mining man of Kennett, was a visitor here yesterday on his
return from a trip to Southern Oregon.
Major-General W. R. Shafter, retired, died at Bakersfield on November 12, of
pneumonia. He was a veteran of the civil war and the war with Spain.
Mrs. Virgie Sherman, While returning from a visit to her brother, Charles
James, at Glenburn last Friday, was taken suddenly ill and was unable to
come farther than McArthur. She recovered sufficiently to return home the
first of the week.
Mrs. Fred Waters took her departure on Monday morning for her home in San
Diego County. She was accompanied by her mother, Mrs. William Gerig, Sr.,
who goes for an extended visit in Southern California. Mrs. Gerig has been
in poor health for sometime and it is hoped the change of climate will prove
beneficial. They were accompanied to the railroad by William Gerig.
NOW ON THE LINE
The automobile of J. C. and George B. Long, purchased for use on the
Doyle-Susanville line, came from Reno the first of the week and wet out from
here Wednesday morning on the initial trip. It is a White steamer, designed
for passenger service and will, when the road is understood by the driver,
greatly reduce the time between these points. The traveling public will
appreciate this better service and commend the enterprise of the proprietors
of the line. – Advocate
C. Babcock left Monday for Red Bluff. He will be absent for sometime.
Dr. S. D. Sheppard has moved to Glenburn, Shasta County, where he will
practice his profession.
Mrs. Erv Carpenter died very suddenly at her home in Adin last Saturday
evening. We have been unable to learn the particulars. (5:1)
One of the Terry Lumber Company’s mills, at Round Mountain, was destroyed a
few days ago by a cloud burst carrying away the dam of a reservoir situated
some distance up the canyon from the mills. Trees and shrubbery were swept
down the canyon onto the mill and the building and machinery were scattered
along the creek for a distance of a hundred yards. The other mill and
2,000,000 feet of lumber, which stood south of the mill, were not touched by
the flood.
COUNTY SEAT ITEMS
Sully Duvall, an old resident of the valley, died suddenly at the County
Hospital last Saturday evening.
On Thursday of last week an Indian called Alex Tom was arrested and jailed
for killing deer out of season. It is said that he was released on payment
of a fine.
On Monday morning last, F. S. Strong, the deputy Sheriff and jailer was
stricken with paralysis. He remains unconscious and speechless; the
physician considers his case to be a serious and dangerous one.
Constable Torrey, of Standish, delivered a half-breed Indian to the jailer
one-day last week for house breaking and disorderly conduct at that place.
The prisoner awaits trial and his accomplice, Hugh Hough, who skipped out,
is sought for.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 1906
C. C. Grove and O. R. Allingham departed Monday for Klamath Falls, Oregon,
for a short visit in that section. They will return here before going to
their homes in Sonoma County.
Mrs. H. L. Cain has sold her residence property on North Pine Street to
County Clerk elect, George E. Bassett and the household effects of the
latter were moved in from DeWitt Tuesday. – Lassen Advocate
J. T. Boyd, our former townsman, was elected State Senator in Nevada at the
recent election.
Andy Arnett arrived here Tuesday from Hayden Hill, accompanied by his
sister-in-law, Miss Hainey, who was on her way to Kennett.
Bert Pratt arrived here on Tuesday from Mohawk, Plumas County, for a brief
visit with friends. Bert is now employed as fireman on the N. C. O.
railroad.
R. D. Maplesden, the well known nursery-man of Albany, Oregon, was here last
Saturday. Mr. Maplesden was so unfortunate as to lose his team and buggy in
the recent fire at Lakeview.
J. G. Gamma and Walter Bagwell were business visitors in Susanville last
week, from which place Mr. Bagwell departed for San Francisco and other
lower country points. Mr. Gamma returned home the latter part of the week
accompanied by his daughter, Rosa.
P. L. McDaniel, a resident of the Lookout section, was in town Tuesday.
L. J. Hansen recently returned from a trip to Portland, Oregon and Walla
Walla, Washington and states that he is very favorably impressed with those
sections.
Fred Bucher, son of Supervisor Bucher of Bidwell and Miss Mabel Null, of
Bieber, were married in Alturas today. Mr. and Mrs. Packwood, of Bieber and
Mr. and Mrs. Monroe, of Bidwell, were also present, being relatives of the
contracting parties. We wish the young couple a long life of happiness. –
New Era
John Finley came to town yesterday and was taken down with an attack of
pneumonia. – Adin Argus
Miss Lottie O’Malley, the youngest daughter of Professor John O’Malley, who
has appeared here a number of times in vaudeville performances, was married
in Sacramento last Thursday to Mr. M. J. Foley.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 1906
PRATT – PAULK NUPTIALS
The home of Mr. and Mrs. S. H. Paulk was the scene, last Sunday evening, of
a very pretty wedding, when the Rev. Harry Perks linked together the lives
of Albert C. Pratt and Nina A. Paulk.
The marriage was witnessed by a large number of relatives and friends and
after the ceremony, a sumptuous wedding supper was served.
The bride was raised in Big Valley and has numerous friends and admirers,
while the groom is a steady, an industrious young man and is employed on the
Sierra Valley railroad as fireman.
The happy couple will remain here several days before leaving for their
future home at Mohawk. Many pretty as well as useful presents were received
from well wishing friends.
Sheriff Wilson and wife arrived here Saturday evening from Susanville,
having been called by the serious illness of Mrs. George Thompson, Mrs.
Wilson’s mother.
The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Dan Fox is suffering with pneumonia.
MILLVILLE EDITOR TAKES A BRIDE
The home of Mrs. Smith in Boardman Addition, this city, was the scene a
happy wedding Sunday night, when Philip Cumiskey, editor of the Millville
Tidings, stood up before justice of the Peace Carr and were made man and
wife.
The wedding was witnessed by only the immediate relatives of the contracting
parties.
After the ceremony, the party partook of a wedding supper and Mr. and Mrs.
Cumiskey departed on the night train for Marysville, where they will spend a
couple of weeks before returning to Millville, where they will make their
home. – Redding Shasta Courier
A. K. Philbrook has purchased the undertaking parlors of George L. Tomb in
Susanville.
Leo Craddock was in town a couple of days the first of the week bringing in
a drummer. Leo is now making his home at Klamath Falls.
Adin Argus: The Board of Supervisors after the first of the year will
consist of George C. Turner, J. G. Conklin, J. Mulkey, J. B. Estes, and John
Bucher, four Democrats and one Republican.
W. A. Loveland and Miss E. A. Sherman, both from the vicinity of Adin, were
married in Alturas on the 14th inst.
Mrs. George Thompson was taken with pneumonia last Friday and for a time was
in a critical condition, but at this writing, the lady is much improved.
COUPLE FROM MODOC MARRIES
Miss Nellie Forrest, Superintendent of public Instruction in Modoc County,
Cal. and Edward Ivory, a wealthy stockman of the same section, arrived in
Reno yesterday and after calling on Mrs. William Wilson of the Wilson Hotel,
an old friend of theirs, announced the fact that they had come to Reno to be
married and that their friends in Modoc County would be surprised to hear
the news.
The bride to be hastened to assure her friend that the match was no
elopement and that the parents of the two contracting persons were advised
of the matter, but they came to Reno she said to get away from the fuss and
flurry of a home wedding among a host of well wishing friends.
The nuptials will be celebrated this morning by Father Horgan in Sparks and
the bride will be attended by Miss Kitty Ivory, who will be bridesmaid. A
brother of the bridegroom, John Ivory, will be best man and only a few
intimate friends will witness the ceremony. – Reno Journal, Nov 22
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BIG VALLEY GAZETTE – BIEBER, LASSEN COUNTY, CAL.
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 4, 1906
Earl Brownell was taken down with pneumonia the first of the week. At this
writing, he is greatly improved and it is thought that in a few days he will
be up and around again.
Mrs. O. A. Trowbridge was in Bieber Friday from Lookout, where she is on a
visit to relatives and friends. Mr. and Mrs. Trowbridge are in the
mercantile business at Bandon, Ore. and well pleased with their new home.
George Bassett, Democratic nominee for County Clerk, while coming in from
Susanville Saturday, had his buggy completely wrecked by his team running
away. When this side of Hayden Hill, one of the lines broke and as a result,
he now supports a new buggy, while looking after his political interests.
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 11, 1906
COUNTY SEAT ITEMS
The trial of Naylor, formerly of Hayden Hill, was called in the Superior
Court on Wednesday of this week before a jury.
Undertaker Tomb brought in the body of a Chinaman the first of the week, who
died suddenly of heart failure. He had been employed as cook at the Collier
home on Hayden Hill. The body was interred in the cemetery at this place.
(1:4)
On Saturday of last week, one A. L. Martin was arrested and brought to jail
on suspicion of having burglarized the Emerson store at Standish. While
under arrest and in charge of an officer, he was struck on the forehead with
a revolver by a man named Adams, causing a bad and dangerous wound.
C. H. Merrill was taken ill last Friday and up to this writing, is still
confined to his bed. We hope to give notice of his convalescence next issue.
At the last session of the Board of Supervisors, A. H. Waller, N. Bieber and
A. Smith were appointed a Board of Fire Commissioners for the town of
Bieber. Their duties will be to provide means for protection against fire
and we can shortly expect something doing along this line.
OBITUARY
The following obituary notice of Richard S. Rucker, whose death occurred at
Fall River Mills, October 1st, 1906 and who was well known here, we take
from the Fall River Tidings:
Richard S. Rucker was born in Marion County, Missouri, December 21, 1836,
being the elder of a family of twelve children and four brothers are now
living, all residing in Missouri. They are William, John, George and Price
Rucker. MR. Rucker was married on March 9, 1858, to Elizabeth Bouldware,
also of Missouri, who now survives him. Four children were born them, only
two now living, death taking a --- the others in their infancy. Their son,
Walter G. is now living at Big Valley and the daughter, Mrs. James Gooch,
has a home in Red Bluff. In 170, Mr. Rucker and family moved to Santa Clara
County, Cal., and also spent some years in ---. Later coming to this county
and at one time residing at ---.
At the time of his death, Mr. Rucker was 69 years, 9 months and 10 days old.
Death came at 5 o’clock Monday, October 1 and his funeral took place
Wednesday at 1 o’clock in the Odd Fellows cemetery. Following his body was a
great multitude of friends. They had gathered to pay him a last farewell.
Mr. Rucker was a good neighbor, a true friend, a worthy citizen and always
ready to help a good cause. (4:1) (There were parts that could not be read)
Fred Bucher arrived here yesterday from his home in Surprise Valley. We have
some inside information in regard to Fred’s visit here, but we’re mum –
until next week anyway.
Fred Waters and wife are here from San Diego County on a visit. Mrs. Water
is a daughter of Mrs. William Gerig of this place.
BORN
WALKER – Near Hayden Hill, Oct 3, 1906, to the wife of Godfrey Walker, a
daughter
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 18, 1906
Attorney Charles C. Holl returned from Susanville Saturday, where he had
been prosecuting the Naylor case. Naylor was convicted of grand larceny.
MARRIED
KRAMER – MANNING – At Redding, Oct 9, 1906, Mr. William Kramer of Lookout
and Miss Rose Manning of Fall River Mills.
Dr. E. R. Merrill arrived last week from Sacramento having been called here
by the serious illness of his brother, C. H. Merrill. We are pleased to
state that Mr. Merrill is rapidly recovering and will probable report his
complete recovery in a few weeks.
Henry Wendt sold his candy business and barber shop, Monday and will leave
the last of the week for Southern Oregon, where he expects to locate. The
candy factory was purchased by A. Smith, while the shop was purchased by
Henry Burner. Mr. and Mrs. Wendt have made many friends during their
residence here who greatly regret their departure.
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 25, 1906
DEATH OF H. P. READ
The death occurred in this city this morning of H. P. Read. Mr. Read passed
away at his home on Western Avenue after suffering several days with an
attack of paralysis. He passed away surrounded by his loved ones.
Mr. Read was a native of Missouri aged fifty-seven years. He leaves a widow,
Mrs. Mattie Read and two sons, Perrin and Abbe Read. H was a brother of the
late A. G. Read of Woodland and Dr. G. M. Read of Redding. The deceased
lived at Woodland many years and came to Petaluma four years ago. Since a
resident of this city, he has made many friends, who will regret to learn of
his demise.
The funeral will take place Thursday at 1 o’clock from the Christian church.
Rev. Denton will officiate. The interment will be in Cypress Hill
Cemetery. – Petaluma Courier (1:3)
Mr. Read was well known here, having lived near Lookout for years and his
death will be regretted by a large number of friends.
Dr. Merrill returned to his home in Sacramento last Friday.
Charles Merrill, we are pleased to state, is rapidly improving from a severe
attack of typhoid fever.
Edgar Dunlap has moved his family to town and is occupying the Bradshaw
house. Edgar has accepted the position as bookkeeper in N. Bieber’s General
Merchandise store and as the arduous duties require an accountant of no mean
ability, is proof of Ed’s efficiency.
Robert Woodmansee and family moved down from Adin Monday and will reside
here permanently, occupying the rooms vacated by Henry Wendt. Mr. Woodmansee
has purchased the Barber Shop at this place of H. Burner and will be found
at the old stand ready for business. He is a good workman and thoroughly
understands the art.
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I am looking for information regarding Dr. Joel GRAMMER, who died 15 July
1861 in Virginia City, Washoe Valley, Carson Co., Nevada Territory.
At the time of his death he was survived (at least) by his wife, Lydia
GRAMMER, and children Mary, Ellen, Katherine (Catherine) and Joel.
Dr. GRAMMER was originally from Illinois and moved in June of 1859 to Nevada
Territory, shortly after the fabulously rich vein of gold and silver known
as the Comstock Lode had been discovered . It is very likely that he moved
there in response to the urging of his wife Lydia's brother-in-law, Emanual
PENROD, one of the original developers of the Comstock Lode.
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I am a docent at the Nevada Historical Society. I will be up there next week and will look up George Hamilton Irwin and family and see what we have. I do know we have microfilms of the city directories. I will get back to you.
No charge unless we have something and then it would be copy cost and postage only.
Regards, Arline in Reno
BIG VALLEY GAZETTE – BIEBER, LASSEN COUNTY, CAL.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 1906
GERIG – HERRICK
The home of Mr. and Mrs. Frank McNamer of this city was the scene of a very
quiet wedding Wednesday evening when Mr. Charles Gerig and Miss Elsie
Herrick were united in the bonds of matrimony. After the services were
preformed, a wedding feast was spread consisting of unnumbered delicacies
prepared by the dexterous hand of Mrs. McNamer. While the guests were
engaged in doing justice to this bountiful spread the boys were engaged in
gathering tin cans, shot guns, fire crackers and in fact most anything that
would make a noise, at the word go, things began to pop. Mr. Gerig came
forth like a man treated the crowd and everything passed off smoothly. The
Herald force united in wishing the young people a long and happy married
life and may no adverse winds arise during their voyage on the matrimonial
sea. - Brewster Herald
A little girl belonging to Bieber Jim, Indian, died Sunday and was buried
Monday. (5:1)
MARRIED
STEIGER – SHERMAN – At Alturas, Cal., Sept 5th, 1906, Erv Steiger and Miss
Lizzie Sherman, both of Lookout
RICH IN COPPER
The following is taken from the columns of the Surprise Valley Record:
For several years, it has been known that copper abounded to a greater or
less extent near Neasham Hill and we are informed last week, Deck Smith of
Bidwell was prospecting in that vicinity and ran across a pure copper statue
each of Christopher Columbus and Bro. R. L. Sloss. In Columbus’ hand was a
copper egg, with which he had illustrated to Queen Isabelle the shape of the
earth’s surface. A few feet distant was a handsome boat of copper, with a
rudder, masts and sails of pure gold, taken out of the Katie Claim. Just
beyond the out-stretched hand of Bro. Sloss, stood a huge copper "schooner"
filled to the brim with the best brew of max Fulcher’s sparkling beer, all
in copper, made in 1890. It is said that the pathetic look on Bob’s face was
tragically touching. Deck drank the beer and took the beat down to the lake,
where it will be used as a fishing smack and an adjunct to mud hen hunting
and we are not informed as to what he will do with his other discoveries.
BORN
MITCHELL – At Merrill, OR, Aug 31, 1906, to the wife of M. Mitchell, a son
SMITH – At Bieber, Cal., Sept 5, 1906, to t he wife of R. A. Smith, a
daughter
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 1906
T. J. Dunlap and James Holl are rusticating in the hills for a few days.
THROWN FROM AUTO AND KILLED
A dispatch from Oakland to the Bee says: While returning from a trip to San
Jose at about 3 o’clock this morning in a heavy touring car, Leo C. Rowley,
the owner of the machine and a party of friends were thrown into ditch about
a mile and a half east of Alvarado. Rowley was pitched forward over the
front wheels of the machine and was instantly killed. The other members of
the party were uninjured. Young Rowley was the son of Dr. m. M. Rowley, who
resides in Berkley. It is stated that the machine skidded at the point of
the accident and went into the ditch. There were six people in the party.
Dr. Rowley and family were well known here, having lived in Fall river for a
number of years. (5:2)
TRAGEDY AT HAYDEN HILL
A cook by the name of Kors was shot and instantly killed by officers, Walter
Highett and Jim Lang at Hayden Hill Sunday afternoon about 4 o’clock.
Kors who is a cook at the Summers Hotel had been drinking all day and raised
some disturbance about the hotel, after which he went to the Hayden Hill
Saloon and took a couple of shots at Will Snider because the young man
refused to dance, one shot grazing his leg. Deputy Sheriff Highett was
notified and after deputizing Jim Lang the two officers went to the hotel,
where the cook at that time was preparing supper and going into the meat
house ordered the man to throw up his hands; but instead of doing as he was
ordered, attempted to pull his gun, when the officers shot him.
Coroner Perry and Sheriff Wilson were notified and arrived at the Hill
Monday. An inquest was held over the remains and the verdict of the jury
exonerated the officers.
Kors had the reputation of being a bad man and had bragged of killing two
men and sending others to the hospital. (5:3)
Hale Ricketts and family left yesterday for French Gulch, where they expect
to remain. Hale will drive one of the stage lines owned by his uncle.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 1906
PROPERTY CHANGES HANDS
A. Smith, the liveryman, purchased the residence property of Mrs. Luima
Norwood the first of the week and is now securing signatures to a petition
asking for the appointment as postmaster. Mrs. Norwood resigning in his
favor. There will probably be difficulty in securing the appointment and Mr.
Smith will enter upon his duties sometime next month.
Mr. and Mrs. Norwood and family will go to Stockton, where they will spend
the winter and may conclude to locate permanently in that city. Mrs. Norwood
has been post-mistress here for the past ten years and their departure will
be regretted by a large circle of friends.
Lame Charley, and Indian doctor of considerable note among his tribe, died
last Thursday and was buried Saturday. (5:1)
BORN
WILLIAMSON – Near Bieber, Cal., Sept 11, 1906, to the wife of B. A.
Williamson, a son
Anderson News: Attorney J. H. Creighton has been missing from his home in
Redding since September 1st and his family and friends are very much alarmed
about him. Every effort to locate him has thus far been in vain.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 1906
DEATH OF MRS DITTMAR
The following account of the death of Mrs. Amelia Dittmar, which occurred at
Redding last Friday, appeared in the Shasta Courier. Mrs. Dittmar was quite
well known here, having taught school at this place a number of years ago:
Friday last at 3 p. m. the estimable lady fainted away from an attack of
cerebral congestion and although the best medical aid was called in
consultation and friends hastened to be of service, all earthly effort
availed naught.
Mrs. Dittmar was a native of this county and before her marriage in 1895,
was Miss Amelia Boyd. She was born at Horsetown, May 3, 1865 and has made
friends in every locality to which she has been drawn. They are legion and
as a consequence, when she decided to accept the nomination for county
school superintendent of schools in 1894, she was elected to the coveted
position by an overwhelming vote against three contestants and when, after
four years of able administration of the county’s educational affairs, she
relinquished the position, every teacher in the county had been added to her
list of friends. (1:3)
It is reported that Mr. W. P. Walker, formerly of this place, has purchased
the Jess Hill property near Dana. This is one of the best places in the
valley and as Mr. Walker is a very enterprising man, we shall expect to see
many improvements.
SUDDEN DEATH
Word was received here Tuesday shortly after noon that Charles Rice, and old
and respected resident of Round Valley, near Adin, had suddenly passed away.
Frances Rice, his daughter, had arrived in Bieber Tuesday morning to attend
school at this place and after receiving the sad news hurriedly left for her
home. The cause of death was heart failure and the remains will be interred
in the Adin cemetery today. Mr. Rice owned considerable property in Round
Valley and his long residence there made him a wide acquaintance and his
sudden death will be a shock to his many friends. (1:4)
We failed last week to mention the departure of Mrs. Harve Paulk for
Elsimore, Riverside County, where she will stop with her mother, Mrs. M. P.
Woodin, for a time.
Elmer Paulk and family took their departure yesterday for Bakersfield, where
they will spend the winter. They were accompanied below by W. R. Crawford,
who has been on a visit to his daughter, Mrs. S. H. Paulk.
MARRIED
THOMPSON – CADWALLADER – At Redding, Cal., Sept 25, 1906, Peter S. Thompson
and Miss Lillian Cadwallader, both of Fall River Mills.
JOINER – BROWN – At Redding, Cal., Willis E. Joiner of Pittville to Miss
Lydia N. Brown of Dana, Sept 22, 1906.
BROWN – McWILLIAMS – At Redding, Cal., Sept 22, 1906, William D. Brown Jr.
to Miss Hattie G. McWilliams of Pittville.
FERD LaPOINT KILLED
Last week the relatives of Ferd LaPoint residing at this place received the
sad news of his death, but no particulars. Letters received since, however,
convey the information, that it was the result of an accident and occurred
in the following manner: He was working at the Black Spar mine about five
miles from Rhyolite, Nevada. On Saturday morning, the first of this month,
he and another man stepped in the bucket to be lowered into the mine a depth
of one hundred feet. When they had descended about 15 feet the bucket
commenced to descend very rapidly and the whim man was unable to check its
speed. When about 25 feet from the bottom, Ferd fell off the bucket and was
instantly killed. In fact, it is thought possible that he had struck the
wall of the shaft and been killed even before falling from the bucket.
The man who descended with him retained his hold on the bucket and was not
injured by the fall.
Joseph Ferdinand LaPoint was born in Montreal, Canada in April, 1865 and
with his parents moved to this valley when about eight years of age and
resided here until he grew to manhood. Although it is now many years since
he left this place, he still had many warm friends here who learned of his
untimely death with feelings of deep regret. He leaves besides his parents,
who reside at Chehalis, Washington, three brother and five sisters to mourn
his loss. Of these, one brother, W. A. LaPoint and two sisters, Mrs. O. K.
Harbert and Mrs. J. Berthiume, reside in Adin. (4:1)
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BIG VALLEY GAZETTE – BIEBER, LASSEN COUNTY, CAL.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 2, 1906
We received a letter from Raymond Calavan last week stating that he was
located at Prineville, OR and wished the Gazette sent to that address.
Charles C. Caldwell of Canby, died at Winters, Yolo County, July 25th, death
being caused by heart failure. (1:4)
E. M. Wilson, who has been suffering for several months past with
rheumatism, has gone down to the Bassett Hot Springs to try their efficacy.
We sincerely hope he may be benefited. – Adin Argus
John Walsh, while coming in with a load of freight Monday, overturned on the
grade west of town. His team became frightened at some Indians and jumped
off the grade, upsetting the wagon. The loss of John will be small.
Walter W. Brown, who is associated with his brother, Clyde E. Brown in the
Fall River Power Company, has been here the past week soliciting orders for
gasoline engines and other machinery. Mr. Brown has a pleasing personality
and has met with fairly good success.
Mrs. A. F. Bradshaw and the children left for Reno on yesterday morning,
where they will join the doctor who has been there the past two or three
weeks. The doctor and his wife made many friends during their residence
here, of about a year and a half, all of whom regret their departure. –
Lassen Mail
A dispatch from Reno to the Sacramento Bee says: James T. Boyd, an attorney
of Reno, formerly of Susanville, has left for Phoenix, Arizona, in response
to a telegram from his uncle, J. T. Boyd, stating that he is being held
there without bail and that he is in serious trouble. The elder Boyd is
known in Lassen County.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 9, 1906
MARRIED AT JANESVILLE
Arad Way and bride arrived here last Wednesday from Janesville, on a visit
to Mr. Way’s relatives and friends. His marriage on the first inst., was a
complete surprise to his many friends here and congratulations are extended
by the Gazette. Mr. Way is one of the successful teachers of this county and
is also a member of the Board of Education, while his bride is the daughter
of H. H. McMurphy of Janesville and is an accomplished young lady. The young
couple will reside in Janesville, where Mr. Way has been engaged to teach
the school at that place the coming winter.
CARD OF THANKS
We desire to extend our sincere thanks to the friends and neighbors, who so
kindly assisted us during the sickness and at the death of our beloved
husband and father.
Mrs. Rachel Hardin and Family
A postal card from Charles Bean directs us to send the Gazette to
Waterville, Washington, where he has located.
A. B. Chase and wife of Adin passed through here Monday en route to the
railroad. Mr. and Mrs. Chase will go to Los Angeles, where they expect to
make their future home.
G. H. Hamersly, the miller, came down from New Pine Creek, arriving here
Tuesday evening. He will again have charge of the Flour Mill at this place,
which starts up in a few days.
M. V. Nave, father of Ora Nave, stopped here Saturday night from Hayden Hill
on his way to Redding. He was taken sick while here and laid over several
days before continuing on his journey.
Will Kenyon left for Hayden Hill Monday, where he will dispense liquid
refreshments in the Hayden Hill Saloon.
Thomas Cummins and wife arrived here Friday from Surprise valley on a visit
to Thomas Summers and family. Mr. Cummins is one of the wealthy landowners
in Yolo County.
The Rev. and Mrs. Harry Perks hereby desire to express their gratitude to
all those who have helped by their subscriptions and placing us on the line.
The phone is now in and we are enjoying the convenience and pleasure of it.
Henry Hardin, one of the oldest settlers in this county, died on the 3d
inst., at his home on the Bench, the old gentleman had been in poor health
for sometime and his advanced age made it impossible for him to recover. He
leaves four sons and two daughters to mourn his loss. (5:2)
THURSDAY, AUGUST 16, 1906
Mart Fitzwater has bought out the interest of W. H. Estes in the old stand
and is now sole proprietor.
Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Calavan are both quite sick at their home in the lower
end of the valley.
W. R. Jones is quite ill at his home on the west-side. We hope to hear of
his recovery soon.
Andy Eades is in town from the north. Andy is a possible candidate for
Supervisor in his district.
The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. M. Williams has been seriously ill for
several days, but is now some improved.
H. N. Skadan, Democratic candidate for Sheriff, is here from Susanville
looking over the political field. This is Mr. Skadan’s first visit in twenty
years to this valley and says that he hardly recognized many places.
Frank Naylor, a miner from Hayden Hill, was placed under arrest here Sunday,
after word had been received from the mining camp that he was wanted for
beating a board bill and also for stealing three checks from a man by the
name of Pete Frisch. Naylor left the Hill Saturday going to Adin, where he
indorsed and cashed two of the checks, arriving here Saturday evening. He
was taken back tot he Hill Monday and given a hearing, conducted by Deputy
District Attorney Holl and was bound over to appear before the Superior
Court.
A dispatch from Alturas says: Considerable disappointment is being left here
owing to the stopping of construction work on the Northern California and
Oregon at Likely. All of the teams and men have been discharged and sent
home.
The construction crew encountered a body of indian homesteads over which it
was supposed a right of way had been secured. But the natives now refuse to
grant the privilege and the company is held up until permission is secured
from Washington. How far this will go toward interfering with the building
of the road to this point is not known, but even the temporary stoppage is
annoying.
Mrs. Emma Le Doux has been sentenced to hang on October 19th.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 23, 1906
LOOKOUT NEWS ITEMS
R. L. Nichols’ parents and sister arrived here on a visit. They live in Hold
Hill, OR.
A. L. Putney moved his household goods out from Susanville, Tuesday and his
family will occupy the Dowell place near the Way farm. Al, we understand,
will go south, to be absent sometime.
Fred A. Miller and Miss Ella Jackson of Pittville were married at the
Emerson last Monday afternoon by Rev. J. F. Price. A number of guests
attended the ceremony.
The man, Naylor, recently committed to jail by Judge Montgomery of Hayden
Hill, is awaiting trial before the Superior Court and the convalescence of
District Attorney Burroughs.
Amador Thrasher has resigned as driver on the Bieber – Madeline line and is
working in Frank Harbert’s livery stable in Adin.
C. F. Earle, an old resident of this county, who lives on the Bench in Fall
River, is reported critically ill. – LATER – Mr. Earle died at 11:30
yesterday aged 79 years. (5:1)
Mrs. George H. Knight, accompanied by Misses Jewel McCoy and Annette
Breslauer, left last week to join her husband who is rusticating near Mt.
Hebron, Siskiyou County. – Adin Argus
Lassen Advocate – there was a terrific hailstorm down in the vicinity of the
Lime Kiln Smith place last Saturday. Fortunately, it was limited in extent,
as it is reported of great violence. Hi McClellan tells us that Sunday
forenoon, in riding over the country, he encountered drifts of hailstones
still several inches in depth and that the men at work for George Burke had
to run for cover, some of them receiving a severe pelting. Straw hats were
riddled and the "bumps" on some of the men’s heads would have driven a
phrenologist crazy, if he had not known how they were produced.
BORN
BABCOCK – Near Bieber, Cal., Aug 22, 1906, to the wife of A. Babcock, a son
THURSDAY, AUGUST 30, 1906
The three-year old daughter of J. W. McQueen of Lake Greeno was seriously,
if not dangerously burned about the head and arms, by falling on a stove one
day last week and was brought to town for medical treatment.
Henry Miller, an aged man, residing here, was arrested by the Constable and
placed in jail last Saturday evening. Miller’s objections resulted in his
receiving bodily injuries, aside from a broken arm ad he was placed in the
County Hospital on Monday.
Hank Boswell and George Hamersly had quite a mix up Monday with one of A.
Smith’s livery rigs and for a time was real exciting. While driving along
the road near the Mayhew place, one of the tugs broke loose from the hame,
which frightened the team and after a short run got loose from the rig. A
broken buggy tongue and a few bruises for the boys, was the result.
LOOKOUT NEWS ITEMS
Harry Roberts accompanied by his two sisters, left Friday morning for
Redding to take in the circus. Harry will bring back a load of fruit.
Sheriff Wilson was here from Susanville Friday collecting evidence against
Naylor, the man from Hayden Hill charged with grand larceny.
Rev. W. R. Crawford will hold services at the M. E. Church Sunday at 11 o’clock
and 3 o’clock in the afternoon. Mr. Crawford is the father of Mrs. S. H.
Paulk and is here on a short visit.
James T. Boyd, whose illness was so severe that his life was despaired of
Thursday night, is believed to be on the road to complete recovery, though
it was a hard battle made at the Sierra Hospital for the life of the well
known attorney. – Reno Journal
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I place an ancestor, George Hamilton Irwin and family in Virginia City from 1866-70. Prior to that in San Francisco on 1860 CA census. I am looking for his residence in Virginia City in the years prior to 1866 and after 1870. I believe that he was in Brooklyn New York in 1876, where his daughter Mary Jane was married, and I am assuming that he was there in NY for a year or more prior to that.
The Historical Society tells me that they have the Nevada directories for those years.
I am willing to pay for time and travel.
BIG VALLEY GAZETTE – BIEBER, LASSEN COUNTY, CAL.
THURSDAY, JULY 5, 1906
O. W. Barnes and family stopped here last Friday night on their way from
Susanville to Redding. Mr. Barnes is a half brother to Thomas B. Walker and
is looking out for the latter gentleman’s interests.
The Supreme Court of the United States has decided that divorces granted in
cases where summons was served by publication, are not legal and that if
such divorces marry again they are guilty of bigamy.
A divorce was granted in Los Angeles recently on the unusual ground that the
husband was suffering from consumption, had concealed the fact from the wife
he had married. This is a most remarkable decision and if the contention can
be maintained in this respect, it will open up the way for divorces in many
cases involving most serious consequences. Should this prove a precedent, it
will become necessary along with the marriage license for parties about to
enter the state of matrimony to undergo a medical inspection and secure a
physician’s certificate the they are free from any organic trouble which
might permit the marriage contract to be set aside.
Roy Bassett arrived here Sunday night from Woodland where he has been the
past year.
There appears this week the card of R. J. Tremain announcing his candidacy
for the nomination of County Clerk, subject to the wishes of the Republican
County Convention. Mr. Tremain has been a resident of this county for more
than thirty years and been in business that has made him well acquainted
throughout the county and having all the qualifications, will be recognized
in the convention.
BORN
MECUM – Near Pitville, Cal., June 28, 1906 to the wife of Ira Mecum, a son
HOLL – Near Bieber, Cal., July 2, 1906, to the wife of C. C. Holl, a son
The Supreme Court of California rendered a decision Thursday sustaining the
verdict and confirming the judgement of the Placer County Superior Court,
which in January 1905, found Adolph Weber guilty of murder and sentenced him
to pay the death penalty.
THURSDAY, JULY 12, 1906
Ama Dollarhide and mother of Fall River stopped here Tuesday night, en route
to Surprise Valley, where they will make their home.
C. C. Carlton left Monday for Northern Nevada to visit his sister and also
to attend to business matters. He expects to be absent about three months.
Oscar Holcomb finished moving down his household effects from the Hill
Monday.
R. Buck, a painter fro Cottonwood, is painting the residence of W. H.
Woodmansee.
Virgie McClure received the sad news Sunday, that his brother, who resides
at Klamath Falls, was drowned in Lost River several days ago and left for
that place Monday. (5:1)
The many friends of the popular Hensley family will never forget their
unbounded hospitality and wish them success and prosperity in their Fall
River home.
Depew, the pumice stone man, is circulating in the high altitudes. He made a
trip to Medicine Lake the 1st inst. He says the snow was 10 feet deep in
places. However, there will be considerable pumice stone and scurry shipped
this season.
The murderous squaw that shot the Beale child at Little Klamath Lake, is a
hybrid monster, half Modoc and Klamath. If Sheriff Howard of Siskiyou has
awaited 15 minutes longer at Klamath Falls for extradition papers, a "mob"
would have staid the proceedings.
BORN
HARVEY – Near Bieber, Cal., July 5, 1906, to the wife of Sam Harvey, a
daughter
WILLIAMS – At Bieber, Cal., July 7, 1906, to the wife of Mel Williams, a son
PAULK – Near Bieber, Cal., July 1, 1906, to the wife of Elmer Paulk, a
daughter
THURSDAY, JULY 19, 1906
Vern Eades of Lookout done some fancy riding here Sunday.
Nate Payne came out from Susanville one day last week, after a sojourn in
that section for several months.
The little boy of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Perkiss drank some bed-bug poison last
Monday and was hurriedly brought to town and treated by Dr. Houston. The
little fellow’s mouth was badly burned; but outside of that is all right
again.
Virgil McClure returned from Klamath Sunday evening, having been calling
home by the accidental drowning of his brother, which occurred on June 24th
in Lost River. The young man was 21 years of age and had numerous friends
who mourn his untimely death. (5:1)
Fred Smith and family are down from Alturas on a visit. Mrs. S. is a sister
of Mrs. Joe Leventon and Mrs. A. M. Green.
DIED
HOLL – Near Bieber, Cal., July 15, 1906, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles
C. Holl
(The sympathy of the entire community is extended to the bereaved parents.)
THURSDAY, JULY 26, 1906
ESCAPED DESTRUCTION
Bieber has a very narrow escape from total destruction by fire Tuesday
evening at half past five o’clock, when the barn of J. H. Norwood, directly
behind the Packwood residence, burned to the ground. The origin of the fire
is unknown and the loss placed at $250. A calf that was in the yard was also
lost. The building most in danger at anyone time, was the Elliott barn
across the street and had this building burned, the whole town would have
now been in ashes. A number of small blazes were put out about town caused
by the flying cinders. Let us all take every precaution during this dry
weather and be on the lookout for small blazes.
NARROW ESCAPE
Noah Knox pulled in from Red Bluff Monday loaded with 12,000 pounds of
dynamite for Hayden Hill.
He informs us that a short distance this side of Balls Ferry a box of the
explosive shook out of the front wagon and in falling, broke open five or
six of the sticks, rolled into a rut and when the hind wheel of the trail
wagon passed over it, it exploded knocking the wheel to splinters, but
fortunately did not set off the load. He says he does not care to again go
through the experience.
The first issue of the Gold Nugget printed at Fort Bidwell was received. R.
L. Sloss, one of the best newspapermen in the north, is editor and the paper
presents a healthy appearance.
BORN
RUCKER – Near Lookout, Cal., July 20, 1906, to the wife of W. G. Rucker, a
son
Weber is to be hanged at Folsom September the 12th.
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BIG VALLEY GAZETTE – BIEBER, LASSEN COUNTY, CAL.
THURSDAY, JUNE 7, 1906
LOOKOUT NEWS ITEMS
R. L. Nichols and wife started for Oregon Monday. They will be absent about
a month.
Mr. and Mrs. O. P. Holcomb’s youngest son, who has been quite ill, is now
improving.
Dan Elliott, of the firm of Elliott Bros. of Alturas, manufacturers of
carbonated beverages, was here several days last week taking orders. Their
goods are all right and superior to much of that imported and we bespeak
success for the firm.
N. V. Wemple, candidate for the nomination of Assessor arrived here
yesterday from Honey Lake and is feeling of the Democratic pulse. Mr. Wemple
comes highly recommended and is a prominent young man in affairs in Honey
Lake Valley. Hid father, J. C. Wemple was Supervisor from the third district
for several terms and also served as Assessor in this County.
Johnny Frame is nursing a sore hand. The scratch of a white dog is very
painful.
HAYDEN HILL ITEMS
The youngest child of Mr. and Mrs. Godfrey Walker is quite seriously ill.
Dr. Harvey of Adin is treating her.
THURSDAY, JUNE 14, 1906
C. F. Rennie and wife left yesterday for Merrill, OR, where they will remain
this summer and possibly make that place their home.
Mrs. B. F. Studley and daughter, Miss Eva Campbell, were here from near Adin
Monday.
We learn that several buildings were blown down at Burney last Monday. A
stiff wind blew here all day Monday but did no damage.
Mr. Scott McArthur left Wednesday for San Francisco and he will, if reports
be true, go to Klamath Falls and open a general merchandise store. – Fall
River Tidings
James McGregor left for Sacramento last Friday and on Tuesday passed a
successful examination, entitling him to practice law. We congratulate the
gentleman upon his success. – Mail
Mr. Woodmansee, candidate for Sheriff, while out training a few days ago for
the big race this fall, tripped on some obstruction and has since been
having his hand dressed by the doctor.
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Mrs. E. S. Trowbridge is on the sick list.
J. W. Leventon and family moved out to their homestead last Friday.
Mrs. N. Bieber received a telegram stating that her mother, Mrs. A. Klein,
who resides at Grass valley, was seriously ill and she left for that place
Friday morning. Later word was received that Mrs. Klein died Saturday
evening at 5 o’clock, aged 72 years. The sympathy of the community is
extended Mrs. Bieber in her time of sorrow. (5:1)
THURSDAY, JUNE 21, 1906
Charles Gooch of Egg Lake was in town last Friday and Saturday having a sore
hand doctored.
Errol Auble, Marion Wayman, Miss Leta Nash and Miss Lela Summers of Adin
were in town last Sunday.
Mr. and Mrs. J. R. McKenzie moved back from Susanville last week and are
again domiciled on their farm in the lower end of the valley.
Charles James, who has been working in the Daisy Dean Mine on Hayden Hill,
has bought the Kinyon Blacksmith shop in Fall River Mills and has moved with
his family to that place.
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R. E. Leventon returned from Redding Sunday night.
W. S. Criss was down from Gouger Neck Monday.
E. L. Carpenter has purchased the Adin Meat Market and will take charge
soon.
J. H. Knox caught his thumb in a rope while handling some horses Monday
morning and had the member taken off at the first joint. Dr. Harvey dressed
the wound and Hank is getting along nicely.
Word reached us that Dibbles wife was shot and her child was killed by an
Indian Sunday between Tule Lake and Hot Spring Ranch in Modoc County. (5:1)
THURSDAY, JUNE 28, 1906
Small pox is prevalent at Klamath Falls and Merrill, Oregon.
BORN
LEVENTON – At Waterville, Washington, June 21, 1906, of the of Frank
Leventon, a daughter
BASSETT – At Susanville, Cal., June 22, 1906, to the wife of George E.
Bassett, a son
A son was born to Mrs. Barney Fillingin of Willow Creek the morning of June
22, 1906.
Clarence Steiger of this place has bought out the harness business of P. J.
Smelcer of Adin. Clarence is a good workman and a industrious young man and
will make a success of the undertaking.
Miss Edna Wayman of Adin was chosen as Goddess of Liberty, with Miss Inez
Leventon of Lookout a close second. The vote stood 11, 275 for Miss Wayman
and 10,895 for Miss Leventon.
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Billie C. & Anita 'Jean' Reynolds
Modoc County, California
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