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My name is Debra Harvey Ridgway and I am searching for my adopted 35 year old niece who was born on April 15, 1970 to my sister Sandra Harvey at St. Mary's hospital in Reno Nevada. My daughter Sarah and I are desperate to find you. I believe you called my father a few years ago asking for Sandra and was told no one with that name lived there. If you think you are who we are looking for, please email me asap as we are so desperate to locate you. I hope this email finds you and finds you happy, healthy and loved. You have been in our hearts from the start and hope that you are willing to learn they whys of your being adopted instead of being raised by your birth mom.
Always in my heart and thoughts,
Debra
SURPRISE VALLEY RECORD – CEDARVILLE, MODOC COUNTY, CAL.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 1, 1928
DEATH OF T. B. WALKER
The death in Minneapolis, Minn., Saturday last of Thomas B. Walker, head of
the Red River Lumber Company, removes a man well-known and respected, not
only in his home city and State, but through the entire West: eighty-eight
years of age and formerly a resident of Xenia, Greene County, Ohio: he was
the active head of the Red River Lumber Company to the very day of his
death. The heaviest contributor towards the lot on which the Modoc County
Library building stands at Alturas; he took a deep interest in everything
looking to public improvement and for years was president of the Minneapolis
Public Library. A long and honored il e (couldn’t read) of usefulness has
come to its end. Peace to his ashes. He leaves 5 sons, Archie Walker,
Gilbert Walker, who with a sister, Mrs. Julia Walker-Smith, live at
Minneapolis; Fletcher Walker, Sr., of Westwood and Clinton and Willis Walker
of Piedmont. (1:1)
DEATH OF R. G. ADAMS
Yesterday morning at 10:00 a.m., Grant Adams passed away after a lingering
illness. His funeral will be held this afternoon, at 2:00 o’clock from the
residence. He leaves to mourn his death, his wife, three sons, Forest Adams,
of this place, Lauren Adams, of Yerington, Nevada, Ellis R. Adams, South
Gate, Cal., and two daughters, Mrs. Elma McGill and Mrs. Everett Wilson,
both of Sacramento, Cal.
Mr. Adams has been a resident of this valley for many years, he was genial
and generous an d was eager to do everything possible for anyone in need; he
was prominent in maternal circles, being a member of the Odd Fellows and
Encampment Lodges at this place. The Record extends deepest sympathy to the
bereaved family. (1:2)
LOCAL MENTION
Mrs. Kennedy received a letter from Dr. Kennedy this morning stating that he
is very much improved and will be able to leave the hospital soon; he will
go to Lake County, his old home, for a few weeks to recuperate. His many
friends rejoice to hear of his recovery.
William Rinehart was brought in for Butler last week with a dislocated
_________, when a half hitch caught him in the hand dragging him off the
horse, giving him a hard fall, causing his injury. He was taken to Alturas
where he is receiving medical treatment and is getting along as well as con
be expected. (was unable to read a line)
Rev. Goodenough left Alturas for San Francisco on Monday morning. He was
suffering from an infection of his hand, which Dr. Gibson pronounced
Tularemia. If he does not return by Sunday, Rev. Westervelt will occupy the
pulpit of your Community Church. "A place for everyone and everyone in his
place."
George L. Fisher, of Sacramento, formerly of this place, was visiting
relatives at Alturas Sunday. His friends here are sorry to hear that George
has been totally blind for the past four years; doctors give him some hope
that his sight will be restored; it is hope that he will recover from his
sad affliction.
Mrs. E. H. Drouillard, of Chico is here, the guest of Mrs. Maude Hawkins, of
this place.
Mrs. G. R. Stimers and son, Lyle left for Oakland Wednesday, where they go
for the benefit of Lyle’s health.
Leonard Ladd is here from Sacramento this week, visiting his sisters, Mrs.
Dan B. Hanks and Mrs. Guy Gooch, of this place.
Mr. and Mrs. A. K. Sweet and family motored to Lakeview last Sunday and
spent the day visiting Mr. Sweet’s mother, of that place.
Mr. and Mrs. E. T. Post arrived here from San Jose Tuesday for a visit to
Mrs. Post’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Taylor, of Eagleville.
Lou McCulley, while driving to Lake City Monday met with a painful injury
when a bee stung him on the hand thus causing it to swell three times its
normal size.
Lyle Cook returned last Saturday from Woodland, where he has been with his
little brother, Neil, who is undergoing treatment at a hospital there; the
little boy is improving.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 8, 1928
LOCAL MENTION
Last Sunday evening a near tragedy happened when Fred Wallace was turning on
the motor and his hand slipped and caught the blade of the switch. He had
been standing on a wet board and his hands were also wet thus causing a
direct ground and burning him severely on the hand. He was taken immediately
to Dr. Coates for treatment and his hand is doing nicely.
A. J. Johnson, formerly of this place, underwent an operation at St. Luke’s
hospital at San Francisco last Thursday. At last report he was doing as well
as could be expected.
Grandma Sharp is reported seriously ill this week at the home of Mr. and
Mrs. J. B. Cloud.
FUNERAL OF R. G. ADAMS
The funeral of R. G. Adams was held from his late residence last Wednesday
afternoon and was attended by a large number of friends; Rev. J. H.
Westervelt conducted the services; the choir, composed of Mr. and Mrs.
Lewis, Dr. J. A. Smith and Mrs. Donnelly, rendered several beautiful
selections and the remains were tenderly laid to rest in the Odd Fellows’
Cemetery.
G. Adams was born at Taylorsville, Cal., April 9, 1866 and died at
Cedarville, Cal., July 31, 1928. He was married to Hattie Hickerson of Fort
Bidwell, Cal., Dec. 13, 1928 (there is an error in the paper on this
marriage). (1:2)
Mrs. E. R. Hughes, of Lake City, has been on sick list during the past week.
Mrs. Inez Hatch is here from Susanville, visiting Mr. and Mrs. Lossie hays,
of Lake City.
William Bordwell left for Ashland last Friday, taking his little son,
Raymond there for appendicitis operation.
Messrs. Jesse Parman, O. M. Harriman and Harry Cannon arrived here from
Sacramento last Wednesday. Mr. Parman has been to Sacramento the past three
weeks having his eye treated for a cataract, by a specialist.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 15, 1928
A NEAR TRAGEDY
Last Saturday night a near tragedy happened when Jake Carter and Charles
Atkinson collided on a bridge about four miles north of town. They were both
on the bridge before either one noticed it and they both pulled to the
center to avoid running into a ditch. The Chevrolet coach driven by Carter
was badly damaged the Oldsmobile Sedan driven by Atkinson escaped the
smash-up with only a front axle sprung. Neither of the occupants of the cars
were hurt.
As we go to press word was received that Mildred, daughter of Mr. and Mrs.
William Bordwell, passed away at Ashland this morning at 4 o’clock. (1:2)
Mrs. Ed Hill is confined to her bed this week, with a broken rib, caused by
a fall.
Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Ash of Alturas, was over last week visiting Mr. and Mrs.
Alex Ash, of this place.
Mrs. Elfreda Wylie and children, Kathleen and Willard and Mrs. Lizzie Wimer
returned Thursday from San Jose where Mrs. Wylie tended a session of summer
school.
Married – At Lakeview, Oregon, Aug 8, 1928, Earl R. Rinehart and Miss Jessie
Fay Miller, both of Cedarville, Cal., Rev. L. A. Meyers, officiating. The
Record extends best wishes for a happy and prosperous wedded life.
A letter to friends in Cedarville brings the report that Mrs. Fisk of
Gerlach, who was injured in the leg by a rooster’s spur, is not doing well,
two new openings have developed and she was taken to a hospital at Reno.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 22, 1928
DEATH OF R. E. JONES
The community was saddened last Sunday morning by the passing away of R. E.
Jones, of Lake City. For a number of years, Mr. Jones has been failing in
health and kept close to his own fireside, but was always up and around the
house and yard until the last two weeks; he suffered greatly but was dressed
every day until the day before his death. A kind father and good neighbor
has gone from our midst.
Relius Ellis Jones was born in West Virginia, Oct. 4, 1852 and died at Lake
City, Cal., Aug. 19, 1928. He came West when a young man; first to Reno and
then to Surprise Valley in 1879, where he has made his home ever since.
On Dec. 5, 1885, he was married to Mary Jane Heard and to this union, ten
children were born. The wife and the following nine children survive him –
one daughter passed away in 1918 – Mrs. Myrtle Glass, of Rescue, Cal., Mrs.
Grace Adams and Mrs. Eva Luther, South Gate, Cal., Mrs. Olive Hapgood, of
Cedarville, Cal., Mrs. Hester Hutchinson and Raymond Jones, Lake City;
Clinton, Guy and Rileus Jones, of Eagleville, Cal. Four brothers and two
sisters survive him in the eastern states and also twenty grandchildren in
this state.
The funeral was held from the Baptist church, Monday, the 20th at 2 p.m.,
Elder W. A. Heard and Elder W. Z. A. Heard conducted the services and a
mixed choir sang several beautiful selections. He was laid to rest in the
Lake City cemetery. (1:1)
LITTLE BOY DROWNED
Last Thursday a sad tragedy occurred when the little five-year old son of
Mr. and Mrs. max Fulcher of Bidwell, was drowned in a slough on his father’s
ranch near Bidwell. He had been missing for a short time when his uncle, F.
E. Fulcher started to look for him. The last seen of him was on the bank of
a slough, where he had been throwing sticks into the water and having his
dog bring them back; his tracks were traced to a small projection out into
the slough. It is supposed that the dog on bringing a stick back to him
jumped upon the little fellow and knocked him in to the water. The slough
was dragged and the little body was recovered and Coroner Kerr held the
inquest; the funeral was held that Saturday afternoon and the remains
interred in the Bidwell cemetery. The deepest sympathy of the entire valley
is extended to the bereaved family. (1:1)
Messrs. Fred Reynolds, Frank Light and Sam Dicks were over from Lakeview
last Saturday attending to business matters.
Dan Davis of the Forest Service camp on North Deep Creek, is seriously ill
and was taken to Alturas for medical treatment.
Henry Cloud was seriously injured last week when trying to lift a wood saw
when he strained his back. He was taken to Mrs. Wilson’s Sanitarium at
Alturas for treatment.
Last Wednesday, Mrs. Bert Simson sustained a very painful injury while
making strawberry honey in a steam pressure cooker. The cooker boiled over
and on taking off the lid the boiling honey splashed over her arms and
breast causing a very bad burn. She was immediately brought to Mrs. Thomas
Jones’ home, where Dr. Coates, assisted by Mrs. Jones, dressed the burns and
made her as comfortable as possible.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 29, 1928
Married – At Reno, Nevada, Aug. 22, 1922 (I think 1928), Lyle D. Cook, of
Eagleville, Cal. and Mrs. Dorthea Bichel, of Chico; the ceremony was
performed at the Federated Church, Rev. Case officiating. The young couple
are well and favorably known and have a host of friends who wish them
unbounded happiness and prosperity.
Lewis Hanks died Aug. 22nd, 1928 at Bidwell following an illness of some
time caused by kidney and heart trouble; he was 75 years of age and had been
living in that section for a number of years.
He was born in Illinois, July 5, 1847; he came to California 1868 and was
married in 1881. He is survived by eight sons, among them being George,
Harry, Roy, William and Otha and also two daughters. (1:1)
R. H. Stanley, who has been ill for the past several months, is now able to
be around and to attend to any of the duties of the Justice of Peace office,
that is brought before him.
A personal letter from Prof. R. A. Smith states that their little son,
Marshall had a narrow escape from being killed by being knocked down by a
truck. He had several ribs fractured and teeth loosened; he has almost
recovered from his injuries, we are glad to state. Mr. and Mrs. Smith will
reside at Montecello, Napa County, for the next ten months. Mr. Smith has
the principal-ship of the h. S. there for the ensuing term.
John C. Ennis, of Eagleville, went to Ashland last week and underwent an
appendicitis operation: He is doing nicely at last report.
Born – In Cedarville, Cal., Aug. 24, 1928 to Mr. and Mrs. James H. Hawkins,
a son. Congratulations.
Mr. and Mrs. C. F. Brown arrived here Friday from Glenn, Butte County, their
daughter Miss Lavine accompanied them: she will teach the primary department
of the local grammar school.
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I am happy to say that we are going to have a short break in newspaper
extracts. Jean received a call today from Red Cross and at 6am tomorrow will
be heading to New Jersey to help provide emergency assistance to those
effected by the flooding. She will be gone for about three weeks. Billie
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Billie C. & Anita 'Jean' Reynolds
Modoc County, California
"The Last Frontier"
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SURPRISE VALLEY RECORD – CEDARVILLE, MODOC COUNTY, CAL.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 4, 1928
Paul Robinson and bride were in from Warner last week and were treated to a
charivari party.
Last week Heb Miller sold his ranch in Granger Canyon to Chris Hanson, of
Cottonwood.
Mrs. C. F. Cummins and daughter, Miss Irma and Miss Phyllis Hays returned
from Chico last Friday; they made the drive from Chico in ten hours, with
Miss Irma at the wheel.
Walter Hussa, Jr., returned home from San Rafael last Wednesday; he is
recovering from his recent operation and will soon be himself again. He is a
plucky boy and stood his operation well.
Victor Rinehart and wife, of Westwood, arrived Sunday to spend their
vacation with their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Rinehart, of this place and
Mr. and Mrs. Enoch Reynolds, of Lake City.
Miss Cassie Johnstone received a message yesterday stating that D. L. Shirk,
formerly a resident of this valley had passed away at his home in Berkeley
yesterday morning. He was aged 81 years. Particulars next week. (8:1)
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas B. Sizer left yesterday for San Francisco where Mrs.
Sizer will undergo medical treatment; she has been ill for several years;
her many friends sincerely hope that she will be restored to health.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 11, 1928
DEATH OF GEORGIA PARMAN
Mr. and Mrs. George Sweeney, of Lake City, received word last Friday of the
sudden death of their daughter, Mrs. Georgia Parman, in Oakland. Mr. Sweeney
left immediately for that place and returned Monday evening with the remains
and the funeral was held at Lake City Tuesday morning at 11 o’clock.
Several years ago, she was bitten by a rattlesnake and at this season of the
year the effects of it has caused her untold agony and was subject to heart
attacks. It is presumed that she was suffering from a heart attack when she
fell over a gas pipe leading to the stove breaking it, allowing the gas to
escape, which caused her death. She was alone at the time and it is not
known just how the accident occurred. Deepest sympathy is extended to the
bereaved family in the hour of their unspeakable sorrow. (1:1)
IN MEMORY OF GEORGIA PARMAN
Our neighbor was so stricken with sadness to hear of the sudden death in
Oakland of Georgie Parman.
She was born on the Sweeney ranch, north of Lake City, March 30, 1901 and
died July 6, 1928. She was married to Vern R. Parman, January 1, 1917. She
leaves to mourn her loss, a husband, Vern Parman and little daughter,
Dorris; a father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. George Sweeney; sisters and
brothers, Mrs. Melvin Miller, of Eagleville, Cal., Mrs. Stella Brown, of
Florida, Tell Sweeney, of Roseville, Cal., Mrs. Louise Jones, of San
Francisco, Mrs. Rhoda Stephens of Bidwell, San and Tom Sweeney, of this
place.
She has many friends that will always miss her kind and loving face among
us; her jovial disposition won her friends, wherever she went.
The beautiful flowers that came from friends in Oakland, covered her casket
and we will remember her as a flower among them.
MaGILL – ADAMS NUPTIAL
Miss Elma Adams and Robert MaGill were married in Sacramento July 4th at the
home of Mr. and Mrs. Everett Wilson.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R. G. Adams of this place; is a
graduate of the local High School, and has been holding a prominent position
with the P. G. and E. Company for the past three years. The groom is a
prominent businessman of Sacramento. A large circle of friends extend
heartiest congratulations to the young couple and wish them unbounded
happiness and prosperity.
Mr. and Mrs. Ben Street of Stockton are here visiting Mr. and Mrs. D. S.
Denehy of this place.
Mrs. Olive Roberts and children left for Lovelock, Nevada to join her
husband, who is in the hotel at that place.
Rev. J. H. Westervelt received word of the death of his father at Columbus,
Ohio last Monday morning. (8:1)
Mrs. Muriel Everetts arrived Tuesday from Lovelock to spend a short vacation
with her mother, Mrs. Frances Wilson.
Hubert Bachtel is here from Calistoga visiting his father, Mr. I. C. Bachtel
of Lake City. Mrs. James Trimble and daughter accompanied him.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 18, 1928
MR. AND MRS. FRED GERLACH ENTERTAIN
A large number of people enjoyed the hospitality of Mr. and Mrs. Fred
Gerlach, who entertained with a dance at Eagleville last Saturday night in
honor of their marriage. A delicious lunch was served and all present
enjoyed themselves to the utmost. Heartiest congratulations were extended to
the newly wed, wishing them a joyous journey through life.
Miss Lela Hayes arrived here to spend a short vacation with her mother, Mrs.
Nannie Daniels of Lake City.
Mrs. Christine Hartsinck and daughter are here from Oakland visiting her
parents, Mr. and Mrs. Aven Gaustad.
Mrs. Zetus Spalding returned from Berkeley last weekend where she went to
attend the funeral of her father, D. L. Shirk.
Mr. and Mrs. P. B. Harris moved to Bidwell this week, where Percy will have
charge of the construction of the new hospital and school building to be
erected at the Indian School.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 25, 1928
PIONEER REMINISCENCES
Among the callers at the Record office this week, was H. C. Compton, of
Chico, R. H. Murdock, formerly of this place but now a resident of Chico and
John Price, of Butte City.
Mr. Compton has just returned from a trip around the world, having visited
England, Ireland, Scotland, Germany, Belgium, France, Italy and Spain. He
gave a very interesting account of his travels and said there is no other
country compared with the United States. In armament they are strong; but in
agriculture and other pursuits they are far behind: in some of these
countries work is performed in a very laborious way: you see plows being
drawn by an ox, a woman leading the ox and another woman holding the plow;
men and women working on the highway, the woman carrying the rocks on their
heads. In Germany the women seem to perform most of the farm work. Like
Senator Harris, who visited our valley last season and compared Lake City
Bottom with the Valley of the Nile. Mr. Compton was likewise impressed with
the fertility of Surprise and he said that in going up the River Rhine,
which is passing through a very fertile country it is not to be compared
with the rich district around Lake City and would not believe we raised
English Walnuts until he saw the English Walnut tree loaded with nuts in
Mrs. Daniel’s yard at Lake City.
Mr. Price gave us a very interesting narrative of Surprise Valley in the
early pioneer days he having come here in 1864 and leaving in 1865. He came
to the valley with cattle belonging to Mr. Murdock, there being a drought in
the Sacramento Valley. The rich feed of Surprise brought them here; the
hills as well as the valley abounded in rich grasses. So far as he knows
there was only one cabin with a roof in Surprise and that was on Milk Creek
and what is now the Josie Allenwood place, although several claims were
taken that fall. He built a cabin, by a spring, which is now in the Mullin’s
field about half a mile East of the Metzker place. Game was abundant, lots
of geese, ducks and prairie chickens. When coming into the valley, he met
Mr. Bissell and George Shortige, about two hours after talking with them
they were killed by the Indians. Mr. Bissell was scalped by the Indians. Mr.
Bissell was scalped but Shortige had red hair and the Indians were
superstitious, as was supposed and did not scalp him.
The first election held in Surprise Valley was held that Fall at the Milk
Ranch and Mr. Price cast his first vote; it was presidential election and
the candidates were Abraham Lincoln and George McClellan. At the election
were James Duzenberry, after whom Duzenberry Peak was named, father of Mrs.
Wade; Ad Wimer, father of Jake and Bill Wimer; Rube Day, who had charge of
the Murdock cattle, Tule Dad Canyon was named, John Cook and one or two
others.
That winter, Norton and Hogue, an Indian fighter, was attacked by a small
band of Indians and Norton was killed; when they found the body of Norton,
they also found an Indian, Hogue had killed. Hogue’s gun is one of the
relics in the Masonic hall at Cedarville. About a quarter of a mile from
Price’s cabin, was the cabin of Full Boyd and in the early spring while Boyd
was away, a man by the name of Grimes pulled Boyd’s cabins down: when they
met, both began to shoot, Boyd was shot through the lungs and Grimes through
the head: both were buried where Lake City now stands.
In the spring of ’65, George Thayer brought mail into Surprise, charging
$1.00 for each letter and 50 cents for a paper. Later Thayer was killed by
Indians at Express Springs, located between Tule Dad Canyon and Painter
Flat.
Mr. Price had a partner by the name of Tate and they intended to locate
here. Tate started for Humboldt River for his things and fell a victim to
the Redman’s arrow: at that time, you would never see an Indian but at
night, you could see their fires burning on the mountain tops.
Mr. Price could hear of but one person now alive, who was here in ’64 when
he was here and that is Grandma Bare, who is now living in Alturas. One of
the many changes along the lines of progression is the mode of travel, in ’64:
it took two weeks with an ox team to come from Butte City here and this time
he came over the same route in one day, auto.
C. M. T. C. BOYS RETURN
Amandus Wheeler, Thomas Rea and Tom Kennedy arrived here from Fort Winfield
Scott last Monday after spending a month’s vacation at the C. M. T. Camp.
Milo Kennedy was among the boys who attended Camp from this place, but
remained with his father, Dr. M. R. Kennedy, who is ill in San Francisco.
All the boys report a splendid time and express a desire to return to camp
next year.
Died – In Sacramento, Cal., July 1, 1928, Alfred O. Stanley, aged 69 years:
he leaves to mourn his death one daughter, Mrs. Walter Hayes, of Petaluma,
two sons, A. M. Stanley, Santa Ana and Edwin Stanley, of Calistoga: one
sister, Mrs. Emma Russell of Sacramento: and one brother, R. H. Stanley,
editor of the record at this place. (1:1)
Mr. and Mrs. Bordwell went to Ashland last week, taking their daughter,
Mildred for medical treatment; Mr. Seminario received word the she had
undergone an operation and is in a serious condition.
R. G. Adams, who has been critically ill for the past month is still in a
very serious condition. The many friends of the family are hoping to hear
favorable news from his bedside soon.
Mrs. Lew Walts left for Pennsylvania last Monday to visit her father and
sister.
Asa Best and daughter are here from Sacramento visiting Mrs. Marguerite
Rinehart, of this place.
Sam Darst and wife arrived here from Salmon City, Idaho last Thursday. He
expects to make his home here in the near future.
Mr. and Mrs. Norman Jones are here from Sacramento visiting their parents,
Mr. and Mrs. Will Jacobs and Mrs. Bertie Darst, respectively.
Late reports from Dr. Kennedy state that his condition is slightly improved;
his many friends are anxiously hoping to hear of his speedy recovery.
Mr. and Mrs. Claude Heard left for Ashland last Thursday, where Mrs. Heard
will undergo an operation for appendicitis. Late report state that she is
getting along nicely.
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Billie C. & Anita 'Jean' Reynolds
Modoc County, California
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SURPRISE VALLEY RECORD – CEDARVILLE, MODOC COUNTY, CAL.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 6, 1928
DEATH OF MRS. EVA BUCK
Mrs. Eva Buck, wife of Norman Buck, of Whittier, passed away at that place
on May 29th after a brief illness. Her remains were brought here for burial
and were interred in the Odd Fellows Cemetery last Sunday afternoon; the
funeral was conducted from the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Ray Hill, Rev.
Westervelt officiating. Mrs. Buck was one the pioneers of this valley; she
has a host of friends who deeply regret her death. Her obituary will appear
next week. (1:1)
Mr. and Mrs. G. B. Wilcox and Mrs. Judge Ellison, of Red Bluff, were
visiting B. B. Robinson, of this place first of the week. Mrs. Wilcox and
Mrs. Ellison are sisters of Mr. Robinson.
DEATH OF HARRY WOOD
Harry E. Wood, editor and publisher of the Fall River Tidings was found dead
in his seat at the l_no-type Tuesday morning, may 28th. His assistant,
Phillip Cumiskey, arriving at 8 o’clock, thinking him asleep in his chair,
was unsuspicious of the tragedy which had been enacted there until the
silence in the direction of his employer became so gruesome as to warrant
investigation. Calling M. D. Fitzwater, from the next building, the two men
found that Mr. Wood was a corpse: a small rifle and a pool of blood upon the
floor telling the story. The deceased had shot himself through the mouth,
the rifle, evidently slipping to the floor, was still in position and the
head drooped forward as though to slumber.
Last Monday, the day before the rash act was committed, Mr. Wood was
unusually optimistic and talked with his assistant in the office of his
affairs, but no intimation was gleaned of any contemplated act on his part
of taking his own life. He had borne his suffering bravely and had
endeavored to be cheerful at all times, although it was apparent to those
who were associated with him, that his mind was engrossed in things that he
did not desire to make public, keeping them to himself, rather than to annoy
or discommode a friend or associate.
Mr. Wood spent a year in the hospital following the fall, which necessitated
the amputation of his left leg about six years ago. Since that time he had
suffered greatly, both mentally and physically, thought seldom revealing the
fact. He was generous and kind at all times.
Harry Edward Wood was born in Storrie County, Iowa, October 19, 1873. He
came to Cedarville, Calif., at an early age and for the greater part of his
life had resided in Lassen and Modoc Counties. He was a supervisor of Lassen
County for a number of years and also was for many years owner of the Big
Valley Gazette, later purchasing he Fall River Tidings, which he published
at the time of his death. He was aged 54 years, 7 months and 10 days.
He leaves to mourn his loss, one brother, Walter Wood, of Eagleville, Cal.:
five sisters – Mrs. P. K. Heard, Eagleville, Cal.; Mrs. F. B. Roberts,
Cedarville; Mrs. Bessie Thompson, Sacramento; Mrs. J. Hironymous and Mrs.
Myrtle Pearce, of San Francisco and numerous nieces and nephews and many
friends. – Fall River Tidings (1:2)
Born – In Cedarville, Cal., May 31 1928, to Mr. and Mrs. Jake Garrison, a
son.
Mr. and Mrs. John C. Ennis and children of Owl Creek District, spent Monday
at Alturas.
Elwood Benner was in from Gerlach last Sunday to attend the funeral of Mrs.
Norman Buck.
Last week one of Lyle Cook’s sheepherders was brought in from Duck Lake,
suffering with a case of tick fever.
Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Wilbur arrived from Santa Anna last Saturday and expect
to remain here this summer.
Miss Elma Adams left for Sacramento after spending a short vacation with her
parents, Mr. and Mrs. Grant Adams, of this place.
Mr. and Mrs. Sid Cogburn, of Whittier, arrived here Saturday night; they
accompanied the body of Mrs. Norman Buck, who was brought here for burial.
Mr. and Mrs. E. B. Smalls are here from Oakland visiting their daughters,
Mrs. Harry Hughes, of this place and Mrs. John Christians of Alturas.
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Cummins and small daughter, of Woodland, arrived here
Friday for a few days’ visit to Mr. and Mrs. Charles Cummins and family, of
this place.
Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Hussa received the good news this week that their son,
Walter, who is in a hospital at San Rafael, is steadily improving from his
recent serious operation.
Miss Annie Stephens and a girlfriend arrived here from Berkeley Saturday to
spend a couple of weeks vacationing at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs.
Henry Stephens, of Fort Bidwell.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 13, 1928
OBITUARY
Eva May Hill Buck was born in Trenton, Iowa, September 22, 1862 and passed
away in Whittier, May 29, 1928 after only a brief illness.
She came to this valley when 12-years of age, where she resided until 1912,
when she moved to Whittier where she has made her home ever since. She
united with the Methodist Church at that place in 1915. Her entire life was
devoted to her home and her family. She was a devoted Christian, a loving
mother and a loyal friend and will be greatly missed by a host of friends
and neighbors.
She is survived by her husband, Norman Buck, three daughters, Mrs. Bertha
Cogburn, Mrs. Verne Latson and Mrs. Ruby Hughes, also eight grandchildren,
all of whom were with her at the time of her death. One sister, Mrs. Helen
Cambridge, also survives her. (1:1)
WEDDING ANNIVERSARY
Monday evening, Mr. and Mrs. L. A. Wheeler entertained in honor of their
daughter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Fisher, of Stockton, it being
the date of their first wedding anniversary, June 11th. Delicious
refreshments were served: cards and music were the features of entertainment
and a most delightful time was had. Thos present were Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J.
Wylie, Mr. and Mrs. Percy Harris, Mr. and Mrs. James Hawkins, Mrs. Barbara
Byerle, Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Fisher, Mrs. and Mrs. heath Stanley, Miss gay
Delmas, Dr. J. A. Smith, Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Wilbur, Mr. and Mrs. L. A.
Wheeler and Jack Wheeler.
MARRIED IN RENO
Married – At Reno, Nevada, June 11, 1928, Oren Paul Robinson, of this place
and Miss Dorothy Frances Kistler, of Eagleville, Cal., Rev. Brewster Adams,
officiating.
The many friends of this popular young couple extend heartiest
congratulations to them and wish them a joyous and prosperous journey
through life.
They were accompanied to Reno by Mr. Robinson and Dr. Butler. The young
couple will make their home in Warner valley where the groom has extensive
property interests.
Mrs. Dan Craig is in San Francisco with her parents during the illness of
her father who recently underwent an operation. – Westwood Sugar Pine
Born – At Fort Bidwell, Cal., June 3, 1928, to Mr. and Mrs. Merrill Martin,
a son
Miss Gladys Paulson returned to her home in Berkeley after teaching in the
high School here the past term.
Miss Janis Miller returned from Berkeley last week and will spend her
vacation with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. George S. Miller, of Lake City.
Mr. Knight is here from Kansas City, on a visit to his daughter, Mrs. Oscar
L. Barnum, of this place.
Mrs. Lillian Monroe and two granddaughters arrived from Oakland and will
remain for a while the guests of her sister, Mrs. Frances Wilson.
Mrs. Ruth McLane and Mrs. George H. Penland and grand daughter, Miss Roma
Penland arrived here from Yuba City last week to remain for a few weeks
visiting relatives.
Sunday afternoon a party of young folks composed of Misses Aileen and May
Atkinson, Louise Cramton, Milo Kennedy, Randal Bush, Jack Wheeler and
Francis Page, Chaperoned by Mrs. Frank Cramton, left for Lost Lake for a few
days’ outing but owing to the snow in the mountains, were forced to return
home Monday evening as it was not much fun playing "freeze out" without many
blankets.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 20, 1928
MARRIAGES
Married – At Lakeview, Oregon, June 16, 1928, Miss Bertha House and Ed
Davis, of this place.
Married – At Cedarville, Cal., Arnie Sharp of Santa Rosa and Miss Emma
Gertrude Gooch, of this place; Rev. C. L. Goodenough, officiating.
The record extends hearty congratulations to the newly weds, wishing them
unbounded happiness and prosperity.
D. J. Benner was stricken with acute indigestion one day last week, but is
up now and feeling better.
Adolph Koenig of the Koenig Bros. Bakery is laid up this week with a felon
on his hand.
Mrs. Bessie Ellensburg arrived here from Oakland to spend a couple of weeks
visiting her parents Mr. and Mrs. C. J. Sharp of Long valley.
Miss Dorothy Miller arrived here Monday to spend a week visiting her parents
Mr. and Mrs. G. S. Miller of Lake City.
Mrs. William Thomas arrived here last weekend to spend of few days visiting
her parents Rev. and Mrs. J. H. Westervelt of this place.
Thomas Rea, Milo and Tom Kennedy left for the C. M. T. Camp at Fort Scott
last Tuesday to spend a few weeks learning the rudiments of soldiering.
G. H. Conard arrived here Saturday night from Los Angeles. He left next
morning taking his wife and children for a tour through Oregon.
I. W. Kistler and family returned from the Bay region, where they have been
spending their vacation; Earnest Hudspeth accompanied them home and will
visit friends and relatives I the valley.
Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Fisher and Amandus Wheeler left for Stockton Sunday. Mr.
and Mrs. Fisher have been spending a short vacation with Mrs. Fisher’s
parents, Mr. and Mrs. L. A. Wheeler. Amandus left for the C. M. T. Camp
where he will spend his summer vacation.
Mrs. Pauline Biers (nee McMullin) daughter of Paul McMullin formerly of Vya,
Nevada was burned to death last Friday, at Pitcher, Oklahoma. She was on
here way to visit her grandmother in Tulsa and was spending the night here
where she met her death in a fire which occurred 2:30 in the morning. She
leaves a son 3 years old. (8:1)
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 27, 1928
T. A. Walls, president of the First National Bank of Alturas, left for San
Francisco Thursday morning to complete negotiations with United Security
Bank and trust Co., for the purchase by that Company of the First National
Bank, of Alturas. This deal has been pending for sometime. There will
probably be no change in the personnel of the bank at present.
Louise Saffores is much improved from an infection in her eyes.
Misses’ Ida Heard, Mary Mullins and Mrs. Claude Heard spent Saturday
visiting in Alturas.
Charles Bogert, who has been suffering from an abscess on his knee, is
greatly improved.
Mrs. Walker Robinson left for San Jose this morning to visit her daughter,
Miss Doris of that place.
Charlotte Cramton returned from Lodi last Friday where she has been
attending school during the past term.
Mr. and Mrs. Ellis R. Adams and small daughter arrived from Long Beach this
week on a visit to Mr. and Mrs. Grant Adams.
Miss Marcella Stiner arrived here from Lincoln last Saturday to spend her
vacation with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. W. Stiner of Eagleville.
Mrs. Dorothy Smith arrived here Monday night from San Francisco to spend a
short vacation with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. D. S. Denehy and her little
son, Allen.
Died – At Winchester, Ohio, May 24th, 1928, Mrs. W. Baumbgardner; she was
formerly a resident of this place, being Mrs. Isaac Brown, before her late
marriage. Her death was caused by heart failure. (8:1)
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SURPRISE VALLEY RECORD – CEDARVILLE, MODOC COUNTY, CAL.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 2, 1928
Georgia Parman spent a two weeks’ vacation with her parents, Mr. and Mrs.
George Sweeney of Lake City and returned to her home in San Francisco.
Mrs. Lauren Adams arrived last evening from Yerington, Nevada, to spend a
few days visiting her parents, Dr. and Mrs. M. R. Kennedy.
Roy Hobbs, Mrs. Noel Heard and Mrs. Willard Clark are down from Ashland to
spend a couple weeks’ vacation, visiting their parents, Mr. and Mrs. H.
Hobbs of Lake City.
While driving a team last week, Earl Hobbs had the misfortune of injuring
his left eye. It seems that a line got stuck on a stick and he gave it a
jerk and the end of the line struck him in the eye. He was taken to Klamath
Falls for treatment.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 9, 1928
JOHN M. WARD DIES AT RENO
Reno, Nevada, May 7 – Death called another pioneer of the old west, Saturday
when John M. Ward, 78, crossed the Great Divide. He was widely known in
Western Nevada and Lassen County, Cal., and ranked among the leading
cattlemen in this section. For several years, he had been a deputy county
assessor, with his work largely confined to northern districts of Washoe
County.
The deceased lived for several years at Fort Bidwell, Cal., before coming to
Reno and often acted to keep peace between white settlers and Indians in
early days of the West. He is survived by five nieces and eight nephews.
(1:1)
We are informed that Christie Smith of Bidwell who has been undergoing
treatment in San Francisco is much improved and will soon be able to return
home.
Died – At Alturas, Cal., May 6, 1928, Mrs. Hattie Cantrall aged 63 years.
O. D. Hotchkiss, accompanied by his father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. M.
Hotchkiss and Mrs. Wixon, left for Van Couver, B. C., by way of Kelley,
Washington, Wednesday.
Clyde and Roy Hays went to Berkeley last week to attend the funeral of their
mother, Mrs. Cass Hays; Mrs. W. H. Hussa and Mrs. Nannie Hays accompanied
them. (8:1)
Oliver Carter, of Lake City, was operated on for appendicitis at Mrs. Wilson’s
hospital at Alturas on May 2nd: Dr. Kennedy performed the operation; the
patient is doing well.
Rufus Ward, Harry, Glen and Arthur Ward and Rufus Stout went to Reno Friday
tp attend the funeral of John Ward, who died at Reno last Thursday; death
being caused by heart trouble.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 16, 1928
Miss Elma Adams arrived here from Sacramento Sunday to spend her vacation
with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Grant Adams, of this place.
Several new cases of scarlet fever are reported in the Eagleville section.
William Rinehart was in from Guano the first of the week purchasing his
summer supplies for the ranch.
Fulton Heard was down from Lake City Saturday: he reports everything looking
first rate in that section.
Misses Fern Sweet, Lois Tyervar and Lewis Cockrell arrived here from
Berkeley where they have been attending University of California during the
winter months.
Last Saturday morning a fire was discovered in the Surprise Valley meat
market, but owing to the "keen sense of smell" of our meat cutter, John
Reynolds, the fire was located and quickly extinguished and before any
damage was done. The cause of the fire was a "short" on the motor wire.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 23, 1928
W. H. Hussa returned this morning from San Francisco, where he and his son,
Walter went last week and Walter underwent a serious operation and is now at
a hospital in San Rafael.
Robert Cantrall, aged 78, native of Illinois and one of the few remaining
early settlers of Modoc County, died last Thursday evening. He dead at the
William Cantrall ranch on Pine Creek: he was buried in the Alturas cemetery
last Friday. He leaves one brother and other relatives. (1:2)
Walter Johnstone was in from his ranch at Piute, Nevada last Monday.
Born – at Cedarville, Cal., May 16, 1928, to Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Warmack, a
son, 8-pounds.
Born – At Gardenville, Nevada, to Mr. and Mrs. Willie Tisserand, a son.
Rob Ash made a trip to Chico last week, taking his wife there for the
benefit of her health.
Thomas Phoenix, Indian, died suddenly at the Camp last Friday at 5 a.m.:
cause of his death is unknown. (8:1)
Lew Walts and wife left for Reno to attend the funeral of Mr. Walt’s
brother-in-law, who died last Monday.
Mr. and Mrs. Alex Ash, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Rinehart left for Reno this week,
where they will spend a few days.
Mrs. Edna Avilla, of Red Bluff arrived here Sunday and she will spend a few
days visiting her mother, Mrs. Fred Street, of Eagleville.
Mrs. Lena Scott and daughter, Miss California, returned from Prineville,
Oregon, last Saturday, where they have been spending the past several
months.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 30, 1928
Last Saturday, Lewis Spalding had a runaway in which his arm was badly
bruised that it was necessary to X-ray: it revealed no broken bones, but a
badly bruised arm.
Mrs. R. O. Ward and daughter, Miss Hope, returned from Oakland last Friday,
where Mrs. Ward has been receiving medical treatment for the past few
months. Her condition is slightly improved.
J. H. Thomas, Mrs. Jane Kerr, Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Asher and Miss Frances
Thomas, left Alturas for England on the 22nd inst., going by was of Los
Angeles, then to Florida and then to New York from which place they will
sail on June 2nd.
Mr. and Mrs. F. L. Roberts and Walter Wood were called to Fall River Mills
yesterday morning on account of the death of Harry E. Wood, editor of the
Fall River Tidings. We did not hear the particulars. (1:1)
R. H. Dachner, wife and little son, were here last week on their vacation;
they were visiting Mrs. Dachner’s father, W. A. Fenwick and Otto Dachner, of
Me-lo.
Fulton Heard of Lake City purchased a new Chevrolet Landeau from the Western
Garage last weekend.
Mrs. A. Byerle arrived here last night from Berkeley and will visit her
parents, Mr. and Mrs. F. E. Bush.
A most horrible tragedy occurred at Adin last Thursday morning, when John L.
Chase shot and killed his wife while she was in bed asleep and then turned
the gun on himself with fatal effect; it is thought that domestic trouble
caused him to commit the rash act. (8:1)
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SURPRISE VALLEY RECORD – CEDARVILLE, MODOC COUNTY, CAL.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 11, 1928
Mrs. Clyde Davis is recovering from a very severe touch of rheumatism.
Mrs. Cressler Robinson and little babe left for her home in Warner Monday.
R. H. Stanley, editor of the Record, has been critically ill the past month
and is still confined to his bed and unable to attend to business.
Mrs. Fred Hill and family moved from the Coffman Hotel to the Ebling
residence in the north end of town last week.
L. A. Wheeler spent Sunday on the Pit River below Canby where he caught a
large number of catfish. He has our thanks for a generous mess.
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Jones, Miss Gay Delmas and Adam Rodgers went to Reno
Tuesday. Miss Delmas is going on to San Jose to visit her mother.
Mr. and Mrs. A. P. Norton returned from San Francisco last week. Mr. Norton
has been receiving medical treatment and he is somewhat improved in health.
It is reported that Vern Linville has purchased the Redding – Bieber stage
line and is moving his family to Redding this week where they will make
their future home.
Mrs. Sallie Turner and Mr. and Mrs. Herman Connard and family arrived last
Friday from Hemet, Cal., and expect to remain here during the summer. Their
many friends are glad to see them.
LOCAL NOTES
The following news items should have appeared in the issue of the Record
dated April 4th, 1928
Everett Cavin is on the sick list this week.
Mrs. Rose Baty was in Alturas Monday having some dental work done.
Born – At Lakeview, Oregon, April 2, 1928, to Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Dawson, a
daughter.
Born – At Eagleville, Cal., April 5th, 1928, to Mr. and Mrs. Sid Foster, a
daughter.
Born – Near Lake City, Cal., April 3 1928, to Mr. and Mrs. E. R. Hughes, a
daughter.
Mrs. M. Fitzgerald has been assisting in the stage office during the illness
of Miss Delmas.
Mrs. Lizzie Wimer left for Oakland Monday, on account of the death of her
brother, Byron Johnson. (8:3)
O. S. Gooch, while riding with Clyde Severe, a few days ago was thrown
against the spring on the seat and was badly bruised.
James Trimble, who has been visiting his sister, Mrs. Art Allenwood,
returned to his home in Calistoga Friday. He was accompanied by Annie Sharp.
There is some talk of opening the sanitarium here to the public; it is to be
hoped that the report be true, as it would be a great convenience to the
people of the valley and Northern Nevada.
Dr. Kennedy, accompanied by Thomas Jones, made a trip to Denio, Monday
night, being called to attend Mrs. Rose Henderson, who was suffering with
pneumonia; She passed away Monday afternoon, several hours before the Dr.
arrived. Her remains were taken to Burns, Oregon for interment. (8:4)
Cassie turner, twenty-five year old Indian girl, was convicted in the
Superior court last Friday, on the charge of manslaughter, for killing her
lover, Robert J. DeClute on February 16th and Monday morning was sentenced
to serve from 1 to 10 years in San Quentin. She was taken down by auto by
Sheriff Sharp.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 18, 1928
Burney, April 12 – Orville Addington, fourteen-year old son of Mrs. Leo
Bernard, disappeared from his home at the Black ranch Saturday, while his
parents were making a business trip to Redding. Tracks led out to the main
road, where he was given a ride by a passing car. The boy attempted to run
away once before as he dislikes school.
Blankets and articles of food are missing. A sister, Ruby, was at home at
the time. The officers were notified and are doing everything to locate the
boy.
FAMILY REUNION
A happy family reunion and dinner were held Easter Sunday at the home of Mr.
and Mrs. M. Hotchkiss of Eagleville, Cal., in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Jerome
Ehle, of Newcastle, Nebraska and Mrs. Minnie Wixon, of Morningside, Sioux
City, Iowa. Mrs. Wixon is a niece of Mr. Hotchkiss and Mrs. Ehle is Mr.
Hotchkiss brother, whom they have not seen for over fifty-one years. Orville
Hotchkiss brought them up from Long Beach recently to visit relatives here.
Those of the family present besides the guests of honor:
Mr. and Mrs. M. Hotchkiss
Mr. and Mrs. Guy Jones and family
Mr. and Mrs. Warren Slinkard and family
Mr. and Mrs. Al Hotchkiss and family
Mr. and Mrs. Ollie Hotchkiss and Orville Hotchkiss
BIRTHS
At Eagleville, Cal., April 11, 1928, Mr. and Mrs. Eulelio Muira, a son. The
little one lived only a few minutes.
At Lake City, Cal., April 11, 1928, to Mr. and Mrs. Elva Bunyard, a son
At Cedarville, Cal., April 12, 1928, to Mr. and Mrs. Alfred DeWitt, a son.
DeWitt’s now have ten children, all living – 5 boys and 5 girls.
Miss Nina Hanks suffered a relapse and at this writing is reported in a
serious condition.
Vern Linville and family left for Redding last Sunday, where they expect to
make their future home. Vern has purchased an interest in the Redding –
Alturas Stage Line.
Mr. and Mrs. O. M. Haviside, of Berkeley, sailed for Europe last Sunday,
April 8th, where they plan an extensive tour thru the foreign countries.
Their many friends hope they may have a safe and pleasant journey. Mrs.
Haviside before her marriage was Miss Mary Bonner and is a sister of Mrs. L.
N. Pabst, of this place.
Mr. and Mrs. George Hannan and family came over from Paisley and spent
Easter Sunday with Mrs. Hannan’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Stanley; the
family spent the day with Mr. and Mrs. Fred Stanley of Long Valley.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 25, 1928
Kesner Perry’s little boy has been seriously sick with an infection in the
mouth this week.
Dr. Kennedy reports four families are under quarantine for scarlet fever at
Eagleville this week.
F. A. Neasham and little son came up from El Cerrito this week on a short
visit to his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Andy Neasham.
Mrs. A. N. Slinkard, of Eagleville, is seriously ill with pneumonia. Her
daughter, Mrs. Thomas Wentzell of Storrie, was called to be at her bedside.
Tom Marr was found dead at his ranch near Tule Dad on the 18th inst. The
Lassen County Coroner was called and the body taken to Susanville for
burial. No particulars as to the cause of his death have been obtained.
Dr. W. D. Coates returned last week from San Jose, where he had been on a
visit. He was accompanied on his return trip as far as Gerlach by Mrs.
Coates and their two little grandchildren, Clark and Bobby Turner, who were
on their was East to visit their daughter and mother, Mrs. Edgar L. Bales,
of Wichita, Kansas. The Dr. returned to Bidwell to resume his practice.
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SURPRISE VALLEY RECORD – CEDARVILLE, MODOC COUNTY, CAL.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 7, 1928
Miss Irma Cummins is recovering from a severe attack of the flu and is now
able to attend school.
We are informed that the Linville Garage here changed hands this week, the
Ash Bros. of Alturas taking charge and Vern Linville retiring.
Elmer McCulley returned some days ago from San Francisco, where he underwent
an operation for appendicitis, and is now feeling first rate.
Mrs. Clyde Hays was over from Cedar Pass last Monday to consult Dr. Kennedy;
she has been suffering from the flu. She also visited her parents, Mr. and
Mrs. Charles E. Cummins.
Eugene F. Wood, son of Mr. and Mrs. John H. Wood, formerly of this place,
but now of Reno, born and raised here, died in San Francisco last Wednesday,
death being caused by typhoid – pneumonia. Gene was a graduate of the S. V.
Union High School; and was a most promising young man and his many friends
deeply regret to hear of his untimely death. (8:1)
John Dyke, of this place, last week received word that a patent had been
issued for his invention of a header attachment for a side delivery hay
loader and it is probable that it will soon be placed on the market. The
machine does away with a lot of labor as well as expedites the harvesting of
the hay crop and will be a real help to the farmers.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 21, 1928
OBITUARY
Died – At Eagleville, Cal., March 14, 1928, Mary M. Tripp, beloved mother of
Leroy F. and Lloyd S. Tripp, of Eagleville, Cal., aged 72 years and 38 days.
Mrs. Tripp was born at Cambridge, New York, in 56 and has been a resident of
Eagleville for many years, where she was loved and respected by a host of
friends, who extend deepest sympathy to her bereaved family. She has been a
patient sufferer for many years but her death was caused by pleurisy. He
funeral was held at Eagleville last Friday afternoon.
Her sons, Leroy F. and Lloyd S. Tripp desire to express their heartfelt
thanks to the people of Eagleville, who so kindly ministered to their mother
during her illness. (1:2)
MARRIED "IN THE CLOUDS"
Edgar L. Bales, general manager of the Wichita Blue Streak Motors Company
and his bride who was Mrs. Cecil Turner, of San Jose, Cal., are at home to
friend in their apartment at the Shirkmere. The couple engaged in a wedding
ceremony above the clouds at Omaha a week ago, when a plucky clergyman was
induced to join them in a flight over the city in a palatial Cessna ship.
The ceremony was performed "a mile high" but after the event, unpleasant
weather prevented the newlyweds from returning to this city via plane as
they had intended.
Take off for the ceremony in Omaha was from Muny Field. Bales, altho not a
pilot, but a flying enthusiastic. He described the "up in the air" service
as "safer than married in a church." Because of the ship construction, the
kneeling ceremony was employed.
Mrs. Bales, the daughter of Dr. and Mrs. W. D. Coates, of San Jose, Cal.,
and was popular in a wide circle of friends and acquaintances on the western
coast. – Wichita Beacon, Kansas, Feb 29
R. H. Stanley, who has been seriously ill during the past week, is
improving.
Born – At Cedarville, Cal., March 17, 1928, to Mr. and Mrs. Virgil Miller, a
son.
Born – At Eagleville, Cal., March 7, 1928, to Mr. and Mrs. Steve Slinkard, a
son.
Born – At Cedarville, Cal., March 11, 1928, to Mr. and Mrs. Cressler
Robinson, a daughter, Pauline Mae Robinson.
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SURPRISE VALLEY RECORD – CEDARVILLE, MODOC COUNTY, CAL.
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 1928
ILLNESS OF E. P. SESSIONS
A letter from Fred A. Ash, of Fort Bidwell, informs us of the somewhat
serious illness of E. P. Sessions at his home in Berkeley. Mr. Sessions is
one of the old pioneer residents of this valley and his many friends deeply
regret to hear of his illness and hope to hear soon of his complete
recovery. While bringing coal from the basement at his home, on January
20th, he was stricken with what proved to be blood clots, one of which
settled in his right arm and a slight one on the brain. For a time, the
doctors thought that it would be necessary to amputate the lower portion of
his right arm but a change of "for the better" came and now the doctors are
well pleased with his condition. His address is 1825 Monterey Ave.,
Berkeley, Cal.
DIES FROM EFFECT OF BURNS
A. L. Turin, who was herding sheep for E. Zaulet, near Eagleville, was
horribly burned night last week and was taken to Mrs. Wilson’s Sanitarium at
Alturas, were he died Friday morning. No details of the terrible accident
has been obtained, as the man was alone in the camp when it occurred; his
bed and tent caught fire and burned up and he managed some way to get out
and lay in the snow for a long time, when his camp tender found him in the
horrible condition as stated above. His remains were shipped to Los Angeles,
accompanied by Mr. Zaulet.
Mrs. Ann Bucher, an old time and highly esteemed resident of Bidwell, died
there last Thursday. Details next week. (8:1)
Mrs. T. H. Johnstone has been seriously ill during the past two weeks and
her condition we are told is somewhat critical.
News was received here today that Dr. J. Y. Whittier, of Roseville, was
killed in an automobile accident yesterday. No particulars. (8:1)
Born – At Santa Ana, Cal., Jan 23, 1928, to Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Wilbur, a
son: weight 6-pounds and 13 ounces. – James Clark Wilbur
Born – At Mrs. Wilson’s Hospital at Alturas, cal., Jan 22, 1928, to Mr. and
Mrs. Joe Gloster, a son, weight six pounds: Dean Francis Gloster
Mr. and Mrs. C. D. Lake arrived here last Saturday to be at the bedside of
their daughter, Mrs. Willie Royce, who has been quite ill during the past
three weeks.
Miss Katherine Lake, 16-years old, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. c. D. Lake, died
at Lakeview one day last week from infantile paralysis. Her parents, nine
brothers and sisters and many friends deeply mourn her loss. (8:1)
The banks of the Pit river were full to overflowing Monday morning but tom
Gloster placed his foot crosswise in the river just above town which
squirted a large volume of water into the Dorris reservoir and saved Alturas
from taking an impromptu bath. (Are they trying to say he had big feet?)
Mrs. Carl Kober and Mrs. W. G. Ballard, who underwent surgical operations at
Mrs. Rose Wilson’s Sanitarium, are both recovering, we are pleased to state.
Dr. Kennedy, of this place, yielded the surgical knife and was assisted by
Dr. Gibson, Dr. Stiles, Mrs. Wilson and Miss Frances Thomas.
Mrs. Rufus Ward and daughter, Miss Hope, left last Saturday for Berkeley;
Mrs. Ward has been failing in health and hoping that a change of climate may
prove beneficial. Her many friends, in this valley hope that she will
recover speedily.
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 1928
SUDDEN DEATH OF JIM YOW
Jim Yow, a native of China, died suddenly last Monday night at the Cressler
Ranch in Guano Valley, Nevada and the remains were brought here for
interment, which took place this afternoon at 2 p.m. It seems that he was in
usual health on Monday and died sometime during the night from natural
causes. Jim Yow was well-known in Surprise, he having come here when a boy;
and for fourteen years was the chief cook at the old Golden Eagle Hotel
here. Although of Chinese descent, he seldom associated with his countrymen
and for many years was a trusted employee of Miller & Lux on their
properties in Nevada and at the time of his death was sixty odd years of
age. He was always genial, honest and obliging and has many warm friends in
this valley and Nevada who sincerely regret his passing. (1:1)
Born – At Cedarville, Cal., January 29, 1928, to Mr. and Mrs. Ben Cambron, a
daughter, Audrey Ruth Cambron, weight 8 ½-pounds.
FATAL AUTO ACCIDENT
Dr. J. Y. Whittier, for some years a resident of this place, was killed in
an auto accident last Wednesday and his wife sustained a broken arm, a
broken rib and a broken shoulder. It seems that the doctor and his wife were
returning from San Francisco to their home at Roseville and when on the
causeway, near Sacramento, the Dr. Saw through the heavy fog what he thought
to be the rear light of an auto, he swerved his machine to one side to avoid
a collision and the car skidded on the wet pavement and went through the
railing to the ground twenty feet below. The light proved to be a red
lantern, which had been placed there for a danger signal. The remains of the
doctor were buried in the Odd Fellows cemetery at Sacramento, the Odd
fellows of that place conducting the funeral, he being a member of
Cedarville Lodge, No. 249. The friends of Dr. Whittier and wife are truly
grieved to hear of the sad accident and tragic death. (8:1)
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 1928
DEATH OF E. P. SESSIONS
E. P. Sessions, for many years a prominent resident of Fort Bidwell, died at
his home in Berkeley, aged 74 years. For the past several years, he and his
wife have resided at Berkeley. While at Bidwell, he was always energetic in
all things pertaining to community affairs, and his many friends deeply
regret to hear of his death. He leaves his wife and an only daughter, Mrs.
Fred A. Ash, of Fort Bidwell, to whom the sympathy of many friends is
extended.
The remains have been brought to Bidwell and the funeral will be held
Thursday afternoon from the Session Ranch, near Fort Bidwell, under the
auspices of Morrila Lodge, No. 291, I.O.O.F., of Fort Bidwell, of which
Lodge he was a charter member.
E. P. Sessions was a man of honor, as a citizen and Odd Fellow, both in
Modoc County and Berkeley, where he was equally wee-known in fraternal
circles and was an Odd Fellow for fifty years and was at one time a member
of Cedarville Lodge. He leaves to mourn his death, besides wife and
daughter, a sister, Mrs. W. F. Lemburger, of Carson City, Nevada and one
brother, A. H. Sessions, of Fort Bidwell. (1:1)
HARRY CALDERWOOD PASSES
Harry Alvin Calderwood, widely known in Lake County, Oregon, stockman, died
last Friday, January 27, 1928, at the Hunter’s Hot Springs Sanitarium at
Lakeview, Oregon, after an illness that extended over two years. Funeral
service were held Sunday afternoon at the Fort Bidwell Church, with rev. Ira
F. Rankin, of the local Methodist Church at Lakeview, officiating.
Harry Calderwood was born at Fort Bidwell, Cal., 48 years-years ago;
although much of his life had been spent in Lake County, where he had been
engaged in the stock business with his brother. Harry Calderwood was of a
kind and charitable nature: a ready disposition to do for others and good
turn in his power. We hope to meet him again on the other side "Over on the
Hills of God." Surviving relatives are his mother, Mrs. Mary J. Calderwood
and four brothers, Nelson, Thomas, Frank and Edgar Calderwood. (1:1)
Mrs. Carl Kober was brought over from Alturas Monday by her husband. She had
been at the Wilson’s hospital at Alturas for several weeks, where she
underwent surgical operation.
Hickman, the brutal murderer of little Marian Parker was sentenced by the
court yesterday to be hanged on April 27th. In the meantime, no doubt, his
lawyers will endeavor to get a new trial.
Married – At Lakeview, Oregon, February 8, 1928, William Prewitt and Miss
Mary Spangler, both of Long Valley, Nevada. The newly weds will reside in
Long valley. The Record extends congratulations.
Dr Kennedy was called to Alturas last week to perform an operation on Mrs.
A. Boyd and the lady is at Wilson’s Hospital, where he recently performed a
number of operations and all of them have been successful and the patients
have all recovered. Dr. Kennedy is one of the most skillful surgeons and
physicians in the State and is meeting with remarkable success.
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 1928
Mrs. Rheas Hawkins and Mrs. and Mrs. Hartley, of Lakeview, was here Sunday
on a visit to Mrs. Margaret Rinehart. They were all entertained at dinner at
the home of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas B. Sizer. Mrs. Hawkins is a sister of Mrs.
Rinehart.
Mrs. Lizzie Wimer is reported quite ill with the flu this week.
Mrs. Edgar Harris and babe arrived here last week from Manteca, where she
spent the winter with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Hill.
A SAD TRAGEDY
A man named Declute was shot and killed at Alturas one night last week by
Cassie Turner, a Pit River Indian girl. It seems that the shooting was a
result of drunken orgy by the girl and Declute, in which the girl states
that Declute wanted her to marry him and on her declining he told her to
shoot him thru the heart, which she did. It is said that one gallon jug of
whiskey and another gallon jug partially full of the same beverage was found
in the box car, where the tragedy took place, were mute evidence of the
killing. It is almost useless to warn the public of the danger of drinking,
the damnable stuff that is being placed on the market by the bootleggers,
for the people will drink it until something more horrible than the above
case occurs, when it is barely possible that that will awaken to the danger
involved. (8:2)
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 1928
Mrs. T. H. Johnstone, who has been very ill during the past month is still
in a very critical condition.
Mr. and Mrs. D. J. Benner received the sad news of the death of Mrs. A. L.
Benner, of Napa, which occurred at that place last Friday. (1:1)
It is reported that a young man named Thomas Sweeney, who resides near Lake
City, attempted suicide last Friday evening with a 22-rifle; but the gun
slipped and the shot passed through his arm causing a slight wound.
Word was received last Saturday that Norman Buck, of Whittier, had fallen
and broken one of his ankles. Mr. Buck is well known here and his friends
are very sorry to hear of his misfortune.
Charles F. Cummins received a message last Sunday stating that Clarence G.
McCloud, formerly of this place, died at Sacramento on Saturday evening;
death was caused from pneumonia. (4:5)
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SURPRISE VALLEY RECORD – CEDARVILLE, MODOC COUNTY, CAL.
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 4, 1928
OBITUARY
Mrs. Blanche Cannon was born in Eglin, Fayette County, Iowa, March 17th,
1853 and on December 23, 1927, at San Jose, Cal., her soul took its flight
to the heavenly mansion, where "death shall be no more: neither shall there
be mourning, nor crying, nor pain any more."
Blanche was the second child of Eliphelet and Christiana Follett. She is
survived by all her brothers and sisters. Mrs. Cannon is the first to of the
family of eight children to answer the call of the Heavenly Father.
Mrs. Cannon left Iowa with her parents, October 24th, 1876, coming directly
by emigrant train to Woodland, Yolo County, Calif., and resided there three
years. In 1879, they moved to Willow Ranch, Modoc County, Cal., where the
family home was maintained for years. Blanche Follett was married to C. C.
Cannon in 1888. Their only child, Mrs. Ollie Davis, resides in San Jose,
Cal. Mrs. Cannon began teaching school when fifteen years of age. She taught
eleven terms in and later taught a number of terms in Oregon.
Mrs. Cannon took an active interest in all community projects. She was a
member of the Eastern Star and Rebekah Lodges.
In early life she united with the Methodist Episcopal Church and was a most
devout believer to the last. Mrs. Cannon was happiest and her eyes would
beam with spiritual zeal, as she related her Christian experiences. As a
devoted mother, she was not excelled. She loved her daughter to a degree of
worship. As a friend, she was ever loyal and true, a most forgiving spirit,
generous and tender and so liberal in all her views.
So well did Aunt Blanche measure up to this standard, she will be sadly
missed. But the shining ray she has left is a beacon light, calling all
those who knew her to a higher and better life. – Lakeview Examiner (1:1)
CELEBRATE GOLDEN WEDDING
On Christmas Day, Mr. and Mrs. F. S. Heard, of Lake City, celebrated their
golden Wedding Anniversary. They were married in Texas and came to
California, having crossed the plain with an ox team, some forty-five years
ago. They have made their home in Surprise Valley ever since. Among those
present for the happy occasion was: Rev. W. A. Heard, of Mitchell, Mr. S. E.
Wilson, Mr. and Mrs. Joe Conlan, of Fort Bidwell, Mrs. S. B. Strief and G.
K. Heard, of Lake City, Miss Ida M. Heard, of Alturas and Claude Heard, of
Cedarville, all children of Mr. and Mrs. Heard. Fourteen of the seventeen
grand children and one of the two great grand children.
When all assembled around the table in the dining room, they found it
decorated with two large turkeys, roasted to a nice golden brown and the
other trimmings, which go with this American bird, necessary to make a
Christmas dinner complete.
(Mrs. F. S. Heard was Albertine ‘Allie’ Reynolds, my great aunt. BCR)
Warren Odbert arrived here from Red Bluff some days ago and spent the
holidays.
Mrs. John Bailey is recovering from an attack of pneumonia from which she
has been suffering for the past two weeks.
Albert Conklin was taken to San Quentin last week, where he will serve an
undetermined sentence of from one to five years for bootlegging.
Mr. and Mrs. Ira Darst, Mrs. Grant Adams, Mrs. Charles E. Cummins, Mr. and
Mrs. L. E. McCulley, Mrs. E. R. Boston, Miss Mildred Boston and Miss Luella
McCulley attended the funeral of Mrs. Blanche Cannon at Pine Creek last
Thursday.
Edgar Harris arrived here from Manteca last Monday and will remain here.
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 11, 1928
TRYING SITUATION
Mrs. Harry Hughes had quite a thrilling experience one day last week. Mr.
Hughes has some brood sows with litters of young pigs, which he had in a pen
and was separating the pigs, when one of them commenced squealing which
excited the mother sow and she rushed at Mrs. Hughes, who happened to be
near by and knocked her down and had it not been for Mr. Hughes being there,
Mrs. Hughes would no doubt have been badly or fatally injured. As it was,
she was badly bruised and one arm was in the enraged animal’s mouth when Mr.
H. forced it to desist from its evident murderous intentions.
Mrs. Frank Seminario has been quite ill for the past month; but is
improving, we are glad to state.
A jury trying a liquor case in Los Angeles last week, drank up the evidence
and was fired by the judge. Five women were on the jury.
Lester Boston arrived from Los Angeles Friday and is spending a few days
visiting his parents, Mr. and Mrs. E. R. Boston. He is in the service of the
u. S. Navy and is stationed at Los Angeles at present.
While two lads, John and Virgil Benner, were coming to town last Monday
evening in a wagon, the tongue broke, causing the horse to run away,
throwing John to the ground badly bruising his head and knocking two teeth
out.
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 18, 1928
A young man named Dalton was frozen to death near Malin Monday. It seems
that he and several others were out in an auto and the machine stopped,
evidently frozen up and young Dalton and another man left on foot to find
help and after going a short distance the young man stated that he would
build a fire. His companions went on, returning shortly found Dalton was
dead. Sheriff Sharp and Coroner Frank Kerr went out to investigate the cause
of death. (8:1)
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 25, 1928
Mildred, the young daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Bordwell, was operated
on last week by Dr. Kennedy and is getting along nicely.
Mrs. Carl Kober of Bidwell was operated on at the Wilson Sanitarium by Dr.
Kennedy last week and is getting along fine.
Mrs. Faye Ballard was operated on for appendicitis at Wilson’s hospital
today by Dr. Kennedy, assisted by Dr. Stiles.
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SURPRISE VALLEY RECORD – CEDARVILLE, MODOC COUNTY, CAL.
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 14, 1927
(THE MICROFILM SKIPPED ONE WEEKS’ NEWS)
Mrs. Glenn Hill died at her home near Eagleville last Saturday, after a
brief illness, leaving three children and her husband to mourn her death and
to whom their many friends tender their sympathy I their sad loss. Mr. and
Mrs. Hill are the only colored people in the valley and by their genial ways
made friends with all with whom they came in contact. (1:1)
POPULAR YOUNG COUPLE WED
Miss Mabel Kennedy, of this place and Lauren Adams, of Yerington, were
married at that place last Saturday evening, December 10th. The groom is the
youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. R. G. Adams and for the past several months has
been located at Yerington, in the employ of the Standard Oil Company and is
a worthy and industrious young man. The bride is the daughter of Dr. and
Mrs. M. R. Kennedy, of this place and is one of our most charming and highly
esteemed young ladies and the young couple have the best wishes of a host of
warm friends, who wish them a happy voyage over the sea of life.
Mrs. Seyton Baker received the sad news last week of the death of her mother
in Missouri. She also received the news that her sister, Mrs. Henry Hughes,
of Gerlach, had fallen and broken her ankle in two places and is receiving
treatment at the hospital in Portola. (1:2)
Mrs. Fred Hill was taken to Alturas last week and underwent an operation at
Mrs. Wilson’s Sanitarium: the operation was performed by Dr. Kennedy and she
is getting along nicely.
Born – In Cedarville, Cal., December 3, 1927, to Mr. and Mrs. Homer Beeson,
a son
Mrs. Marion Cater died at Lake City last Sunday, after an illness of several
months’ duration. She leaves a husband and several children, also two
brothers, Jake and George Gilcher, of this place. For many years she has
been a resident of this valley, residing at Lake City for the past fifteen
or twenty years, where she has many friends, who are grieved at her
departure and sympathize with the bereaved family. (8:2)
Born – In Cedarville, Cal., Dec 8, 1927, to Mr. and Mrs. Earl R. Benner, a
daughter.
Born – At Manteca, Cal., Nov 30, 1927, to Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Harris, a
daughter; Fern Elvina Harris.
Born – In Cedarville, Cal., Dec 1, 1927, to Mr. and Mrs. William Mullins, a
son.
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 21, 1927
Audrey and Stanley Decious, Audrey Monroe and Ariel Peterson arrived from
Berkeley and will spend the holiday’s home.
Since the fire at the Indian school, which partially destroyed the
schoolhouse, repairs are being made on another building, which will be used,
for a schoolroom. Work is being done by Percy Harris and Leithead Sweeney.
Will Munroe was taken seriously ill this week and rushed to Lakeview, where
he received medical assistance and returned home. Mr. Munroe, wife and
daughter left for Rochester, Minn., where he will consult Dr. Mayo.
While butchering hogs last Monday, Charles Cummins severely cut his hand,
nearly severing the thumb from the hand. While carving the carcass of a hog
the knife slipped with the aforesaid results.
Mrs. Melvin Jones, of Lake City underwent a surgical operation at Alturas
last week. Dr. Kennedy operating.
Mrs. A. C. Larimore is ill with scarlet fever and Dr. Kennedy quarantined
the residence yesterday.
Mrs. Mary Hanson left for Long Beach Monday, where she will spend the winter
with her daughter, Mrs. Bertha Warrens.
Mrs. Elmer McCulley and son, Lewis arrived home from Santa Rosa last Sunday,
where Lewis has been attending school.
Williams Hays, of Lake City, Cal., and Miss Edris Gallup, of this place,
were married at the M. E. Parsonage, here last Thursday, Rev. C. L.
Goodenough, officiating. Their many friends offer heartiest congratulations
to the newly wedded couple.
OBITUARIES
Elizabeth Virginia Gilcher was born in Virginia City, Nevada, June 4, 1862.
Passed away at her home in Lake City, California, December 11, 1927, aged 65
years, 5 months and 27 days. She with her parents came to Surprise Valley in
1871. She was united in marriage to Marion Carter at Eagleville in 1883.
To this union were born ten children, of whom two have preceded her in
death. Those living to mourn her loss are husband, Marion Carter; two
brothers, Jake and George Gilcher, of Cedarville; five sons, Rufus, Charles,
George, Jake and Oliver Carter and three daughters, Mrs. M. W. Jones and
Mrs. L. A. Read, of Lake City, Cal., and Mrs. Jake Rechsteiner, of
Cedarville, Cal., also 10 grandchildren and one great grandson.
The services were held in the Seventh Day Adventist Church, D. G. Harden,
assisted by J. H. McEachurn, officiating. (8:4)
Cora Jetter was born in South Carolina, March 25, 1889. After her marriage
to Glenn Hill, Jan 27, 1909, she with her husband moved to Eagleville, cal.,
where she feel asleep in Jesus, December 10, 1927. She leaves a father, four
sisters, a devoted husband and three young children. Funeral services were
conducted by J. H. McEachurn of Reno, Nevada. (8:4)
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 28, 1927
DONNELLY – STREET NUPTIALS
James A. Donnelly and Miss Mildred Street were united in marriage at the
residence of Mr. and Mrs. Ray Hill, of this place, on Christmas Day. The
bride is the daughter of Mrs. Simon Bennett, of Lake City and is teaching a
very successful term of school at Lake City and the groom is assistant
cashier in the Surprise Valley Bank. The many friends of the newly wedded
couple extend hearty congratulations for happiness and success.
SHORT SQUIBS
The family of Mrs. Adam Rinehart held a family reunion last Sunday at the
residence of Mr. and Mrs. Alex Ash, at which eighteen members of the family
were present and enjoyed a big turkey dinner and a good social time.
Edward Hickman, the self confessed murderer of little Marian Parker, was
captured near Pendleton, Oregon, on December 22 and has confessed to the
kidnapping and murder. Of course, the sob sisters will now get busy; but
justice should be meted out. If he gets what is coming to him, according to
his confession, his time on earth should be short.
Jake Weber, one of our old time residents of this place, but for the past
two years has been living at the home of his youth, in sunny France,
returned here some days ago and will remain an indefinite period. Jake has
many friends here who are glad to see him again. He says that he has been
enjoying himself hugely over in France, but still likes Surprise.
MRS. BLANCHE CANNON DIED AT SANTA CRUZ SUNDAY
Mrs. Blanche Cannon, a well-known old time resident of this place, died at
Santa Cruz last Sunday. The remains will be brought to New Pine Creek for
burial, with the funeral services under the auspices of Bonner Chapter, no.
232, Order of the Eastern Star, of this place, of which she was a member.
Mrs. Cannon was highly esteemed by all who knew her; she was of the old
school type, a sweet Christian character and overflowing with good will and
old time hospitality: she was loved by all who knew her.
The funeral will be held at Pine Creek tomorrow afternoon at 1 p.m. (1:2)
Born – In Cedarville, Cal., Dec 26, 1927, to Mr. and Mrs. A. R. Johnstone, a
son.
Miss Doris Robinson arrived here last week from San Jose to spend the
holidays with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. G. Robinson, of this place.
Will Hill and family arrived here last week and will spend a few days
visiting friends and relatives in the valley. Mr. Hill is now teaching
school at Reedley: their many old time friends are pleased to know that they
are doing well.
Mrs. Dorothy Smith arrived home from San Francisco Friday evening to spend
Christmas with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. D. S. Denehy and her little son,
Allan and returning to the city Monday morning.
E. L. Crowl, who for some years has been a resident of Long Valley, Nevada,
has sold his property there and left for Pasadena and to investigate that
part of the country. He is a steady and dependable man and his friends
regret to see him go.
Warren Adams, a Surprise Valley raised man, but now of San Jose, where he
has been connected with the State Highway Commission for the past ten years,
arrived here on Christmas Day and spent several days with relatives and
friends at Eagleville, returning south this morning.
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SURPRISE VALLEY RECORD – CEDARVILLE, MODOC COUNTY, CAL.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 1927
Mr. and Mrs. James Wood of Virginia City, Nevada have been visiting Mr. and
Mrs. J. P. Harriman of Long Valley and left for their home this morning.
They are uncle and aunt of Mrs. Harriman.
BIDWELL NEWS
Mr. and Mrs. William Munroe returned last week from Berkeley where they have
been for the past month.
A. J. Hickerson is in Alturas this week where he is serving on the Grand
Jury.
HORSE THIEF CAPTURED
"Spike" Maloney alleged rustler and horse thief was arrested in Long Valley,
in the northern part of Washoe County, last Thursday by State Police Frank
Estes and taken to Reno and lodged in jail; James Flaugher and Luther
Prewitt accompanying them on the trip as guards. It seems that Malone
escaped jail up in Oregon and arrived in Long Valley with a couple of
horses, supposed to have been stolen and then stole a horse from Luther
Prewitt. A posse followed and arrested him but he got the drop on two of the
captors, who had failed to disarm him, compelled them to saddle his horse
and leading two other horses, made his escape and was at liberty until
captured yesterday. When arrested he had a 22-22 high power Savage rifle and
one thousand cartridges.
Frank W. Estes, of the Nevada State Police, was here during the past week
attending to business matters.
Born – At Eagleville, Cal., October 31, 1927, to Mr. and Mrs. Robert Minto,
a son.
The Hess mine, south of Canby has been taken over by Nevada mining mean and
is expected to be running in full blast next summer. It has been pronounced
as being one of the good, low-grade mines in the State.
Attorney B. B. Robinson left last Monday for Red Bluff called there by the
death of his brother-in-law, Judge J. F. Ellison. Dr. Butler accompanied
him. Mr. Ellison had been for many years Superior Judge of Tehama County and
owing to ill health declined to make the race last election: his loss will
be sadly felt by his many old friends. (8:1)
Albert Stiner and sons, Harold and Jarvis, were over last Saturday from
their dairy farm at Joseph Creek, attending to business matters. They
recently imported some pure blood Heryford stock and now have one of the
best herds of registered dairy stock to be found in the State.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 1927
FORT BIDWELL NEWS
Miss Jewel Hickerson left for Eagleville last week where she is teaching in
the school.
C. G. Lowell returned from Alturas the first of the week, where he has been
assisting in the Bank at that place.
Mrs. J. M. Allenwood, of the Bidwell Hotel, is expected home shortly. She
has been visiting a daughter in the southern part of the State.
Fred Ash accompanied by Will Monroe and wife made a trip to Lakeview, latter
part of the week, where Mr. Monroe goes for medical treatment. They returned
Sunday and Will is reported as much improved.
Mitchell Santiago and mother arrived home from San Francisco last night in
response to a telegram informing them of the illness of Adele. Dr. Leithead,
of Lakeview had been called and both he and Dr. Coates pronounced the
disease scarlet fever. Dr. Stile arrived from Alturas Sunday afternoon and
immediately placed the residence of Mr. Santiago under quarantine.
Drs. report the case as very mild and Adele is improving rapidly. The store
of Mr. Santiago is not under quarantine.
Grant Adams has been quite ill the past few days with the flu but is
reported some better this morning.
Charles E. Cummins and Homer Beeson returned Sunday from a visit to Woodland
and vicinity and report a pleasant trip and that everything looks fine down
that way.
Charles Donohue, former resident of this place, died at Marysville last
Wednesday from pneumonia, at the age of 68 years. He was a member of
Cedarville Lodge, No. 249, I.O.O.F; his remains were interred at that place.
(8:1)
Robert Turner, who is one of this valley’s native sons, but who has been
basking in the land of sunshine and plenty in riverside County for the past
year or so, returned last week on a visit and possibly to remain
permanently. Bob says that if anyone thinks that life in the sweet sunny
south is a perpetual ice cream festival, they are badly mistaken and that
Surprise looks mighty good to him.
Loyal Baty and George Laxague arrived here last Monday evening from San
Francisco and will return to the city today. Loyal is now salesman for the
well-known Conn. Instrument Company of San Francisco and is making good and
was here on a brief business trip for his firm. George has just graduated
from the Oakland Polytechnic College of Engineering. The Record wishes both
young men success in their respective callings.
Mrs. Talbot Kelley, of Alturas, was reported critically ill last week with
infantile paralysis, but we understand, she is now recovering from the
disease.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 1927
MRS. MARY JACOBS PASSES
Mrs. Mary Jacobs passed away last Monday evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs.
Clarence Doss, near Eagleville, at the age of 67 years. Sometime ago she
suffered a stroke of partial paralysis, which culminated in her death last
Monday. She leaves to mourn her death, two sons, Andrew and John Jacobs, of
this place and one daughter, Mrs. Annie Doss, of Eagleville, also two
sisters, Mrs. John Fritz, of Santa Rosa, Cal., and Mrs. Lizzie Garrett, of
Westwood, Cal., and two brothers, John Tisserand, of Santa Rosa, and Nick
Tisserand, of this place, to whom is extended the sympathy of many friends.
Her funeral will be held from her late residence in Cedarville tomorrow
afternoon at 2 o’clock. (1:2)
Frank Estes, of the Nevada State Police, was thrown from his motorcycle one
day last week and had his leg broken. He is now at the Hotel Surprise under
Dr. Kennedy’s care and getting along as well as can be expected.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 1927
FORT BIDWELL NEWS
Clarence Phillip is a business visitor from Warner Valley this week.
Born – In Lakeview, Oregon, Nov 19, 1927, to the wife of W, M. Fulcher, an
8-pound boy.
C. R. Decious and Jack Peterson voted the most valuable hunters. They
secured a half duck a piece.
Lawrence Messner, driver of the Warner stage says the roads are very muddy
and traveling very slow.
Claude Mulkey made a trip to Alturas and returned Sunday. He was accompanied
by Deputy Sheriff Frank Van Horn.
C. G. Lowell and family and Mrs. A. C. Lowell departed for San Francisco
last week. Mrs. Lowell will remain for the winter. Chester and family will
return at once.
YOUNG COUPLE WED
James L. Hawkins, of Cedarville and Miss Marian Skillman, of Bidwell, were
united in marriage last Wednesday evening at Alturas, Rev. Carson, of the
Congregational Church, officiating. The young couple is highly esteemed and
last Thursday night, they were given a rousing old fashioned charivari and
also a shower, at which, they were the recipients of many handsome and
useful presents: their many friends wish them a long and happy life.
Lorena Tricky was acquitted last week of the murder of J. P. Harris at
Lakeview.
Born – At Lake City, Cal., Nov 11, 1927, to Mr. and Mrs. Harry Toney, a
daughter.
George P. Glineburg and family arrived here several days ago and took charge
of the D. L. Shirk ranch, which Mr. Glineburg purchased a short time ago.
Thomas Jones, of the Western Garage, came in from Reno a few days ago
bringing an Oakland Coupe for Clint Jones, an Oakland Sedan for R. O. Ward
and a Chevrolet Coupe for Frank Murphy. He reports the roads from here to
Reno in fair condition.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 1927
AGED MAN PASSES
John Henry, an old pioneer resident of this valley passed away at his home
last Sunday at the advanced age of 88 years. He was a quiet and unassuming
man and a veteran of the Indian War in the early sixties. He leaves his aged
wife, three daughters, Mrs. John Conklin, Mrs. Westwood, Mrs. Robert Baty;
and four sons, John, George, Ben and Frank Henry, to whom the sympathy of
the community is extended. His funeral was conducted yesterday afternoon
from the M. E. Church. (1:1)
FORT BIDWELL NEWS
Joe Conlan sold a fine bunch of beef the last of the week. They were taken
to Willow ranch by Joe Conlan and Shirl Wilson.
Pete Laxague last week sold his barber business to Everett Cavin, who will
take charge about the middle of December.
Married – In San Francisco, Calif., November 19, 1927, Miss Edna Lucile
Finmand, daughter of Mrs. Fred Street, of Eagleville, to Alton Percy Avilla.
The bride is a graduate of the S. V. Union high School and has a host of
friends who wish the young couple happiness and prosperity as they travel
life’s pathway. The newly weds will make their home at Red Bluff.
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SURPRISE VALLEY RECORD – CEDARVILLE, MODOC COUNTY, CAL.
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 1927
MRS. QUIRK DIES SUDDENLY
Mrs. Helena Quirk, wife of John Quirk, died at her home north of Lake City
last Saturday afternoon. She was taken violently ill on the day before and a
physician was called and an operation performed, it was too late and the
Grim Reaper stalked in and took away a beloved wife and mother. Mrs. Quirk
was a lovable woman and was highly esteemed by all who knew her. She was
aged 52 years and was born in Jacksonville, Oregon. She leaves her husband,
John Quirk and seven children to mourn her death, Thomas, John, Myron and
Donald Quirk, Mrs. Mary Anderson, Mrs. Josephine Toney and Mrs. Katherine
Harris. The funeral was held from the M. E. Church here Monday afternoon and
was conducted by Father O’Driscoll, of Alturas and the remains were followed
to their last resting place by a large number of sorrowing friends, who
deeply sympathize with the bereaved family in the hour of their unspeakable
sorrow. (1:2)
Mrs. Albert Kimble has moved in from Long Valley for the winter in order
that her children may attend school.
Mr. and Mrs. A. L. Baty and son, Loyal left last week for San Francisco,
where Loyal expects to spend the winter.
J. E. Mayfield and wife, born, raised and married here, but now residents of
Hanford, Cal., arrived here last week on a visit to the old home place and
are the guests of Mrs. Mayfields’ parents, Mr. and Mrs. D. J. Benner.
Lakeview must have had a pretty strenuous time of it last week, if reports
be true. It is reported that it had a rodeo, one suicide, one man stabbed to
death, two men shot to death, a trick rider met a tragic death and an
airplane burned up. Some stunts, but it may be that the casualties are not
as great as reported.
Mr. and Mrs. Herman Conrad and children and Mrs. Sally Turner departed for
Hemet, Orange County, last Sunday, where they will spend the winter.
It is now claimed that the man, who was fatally stabbed while sitting in an
auto at Lakeview last week, was killed by his wife, who was sitting beside
him and that she has confessed to the commission of the crime.
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 1927
Born – At Lake City, Cal., September 8, 1927, to Mr. and Mrs. William Birch,
a daughter.
Perry McDaniel arrived here from the Sacramento Valley last Sunday and will
remain here on a several days visit.
Miss Ellen Bailey, our efficient telephone operator, left last Monday for a
weeks’ vacation leaving Mrs. Orpah Redabaugh in charge of the office during
her absence.
Dr. Kennedy was called to Alturas last Friday to perform an appendicitis
operation on Mrs. Arthur Boyd, at the Wilson Sanitarium and he was assisted
by Dr. Stile.
Mr. and Mrs. Frank Studley, of Adin, spent several days here the past week,
taking in the Fair and getting acquainted with Surprise and our people and
express themselves as highly pleased with both.
Mrs. LaFlower, of Susanville ha brought suit against the Red River Lumber
Company for $59,000, as damages for the death of her husband who was killed
by officers while attempting to arrest him for bootlegging. The outcome of
this case will be watched with deep interest, as it will have a tendency to
determine which is supreme, the bootlegger or the law.
Mr. and Mrs. Allie Benner, of Napa, are here visiting Mr. and Mrs. D. J.
Benner.
A man named Harry J. Broadhurst, a resident of Bakersfield, was shot and
instantly killed by Harry Sigman, his hunting partner. Sigman was tracking a
deer and seeing the bushes move thought the deer was there and fired, with
fatal results. The tragedy occurred in the north end of Little Hot Spring
Valley, a mile over the line in Siskiyou County.
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 1927
VISITS OLD HOME
Mrs. Mary Bachelor and her son Miles Cantrall, of Portland, Oregon, were
visitors here some days ago. Mrs. bachelor lived on what is yet called the
Bachelor place, but now owned by Thomas Tierney, a few miles above own and
left here thirty-seven years ago. She was pleased to find a few old timers
still alive.
TAKES CHARGE OF PAISLEY HOTEL
Mrs. Mabel Stimers and Miss Grace Wentzell left last Thursday for Paisley,
Oregon, where they will take charge of and conduct the Chewaucan Hotel. The
people of that place have good cause for congratulation in having such an
accomplished caterer to the public’s appetite and they can be rest assured
that they will be served with fine meals and best of service.
Reports reached here that two men had been shot on the Adin mountain,
mistaken for deer and one man shot near Bidwell in the same manner, but no
names were obtainable and the reports were not confirmed.
CALLED HOME
F. E. Bush, President of the Modoc County Bank, arrived home last week from
Santa Cruz, where he had been on the sad mission of attending the funeral of
his mother, Mrs. Orpha May Bush, who passed away at that place on September
3rd. Her death occurred after a brief illness and the cause was attributed
to heart trouble. Mrs. Bush is known by many of our people, having spent
several summers here with her son, Mr. Bush and family and was a lovable
woman, making friends with all whom she came in contact. She was aged 71
years and leaves two sons to mourn her death, Dr. W. P. Bush, of Santa Cruz
and F. E. Bush, of this place, to whom the sympathy of many friends is
extended in their sad bereavement. (1:2)
HIGHLY RECOMMENDS SERVICE
J. F. Allenwood returned last Saturday from Ashland, where he underwent a
serious surgical operation and states that his health is now better than it
has been for years. The operation was performed by Dr. P. G. Swedenburg, who
has been there for many years and is a most successful surgeon and
physician. The Sanitarium is what is known as a Community Sanitarium and was
donated to t he city of Ashland by a wealthy patron some years ago and under
the supervision of the city, but under the immediate control of Mrs. Jean
Aitchison, trained nurse, who has a corps of efficient nurses under her and
Mr. Allenwood expresses himself as highly pleased and speaks in the highest
terms of praise of the splendid service rendered him while there.
PLEASED WITH SURPRISE
We enjoyed a short visit last Wednesday from Mr. and Mrs. H. B. Van Cleve,
of Roseville and Mrs. J. H. Mahan, of Alturas, the two former being an uncle
and aunt of Mrs. Mahan. They were well pleased with Surprise and said their
intention was to visit in the valley for a longer time on their next trip up
from the south.
Born – At Cedarville, Cal., September 20, 1927, to Mr. and Mrs. George Wood,
of Vya, Nevada, a son.
Mrs. Alberry and baby, of Lookout, Cal., is visiting her sister Mrs. Floyd
Stimers this week.
Born – At Cedarville, Cal., September 14, 1927, to Mr. and Mrs. Harvey
Chase, a son; weight 12 pounds.
Mr. and Mrs. G. J. Wentzell left last week for Paisley where Mrs. Wentzell
will visit for a time and G. J. will attend to business matters in that
section.
Mr. and Mrs. F. A. Neasham returned to their home in El Cerrito, last
Saturday after spending some time in the valley visiting relatives and
friends.
Mrs. Bessie Hemphill, who has been visiting Mr. and Mrs. L. A. Wheeler, for
the past three weeks departed for her home at Modesto last Monday.
The Tidings reports a case infantile paralysis in Fall River Valley, the
victim being the three-year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Dunlap, of
McArthur.
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SURPRISE VALLEY RECORD – CEDARVILLE, MODOC COUNTY, CAL.
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 5, 1927
BOOTLEGGERS GRABBED
Sheriff Sharp and his deputies got busy last week and rounded up a bunch of
bootleggers consisting of Everett Colburn, William Horton, Earl Poindexter,
Kenneth Wells and Loren Ballard, of Alturas and E. Estiban, of this place.
All plead guilty and were fined $250 each, except Estiban, who was fined
$500. Horton seemed to be shy of cash and is serving a four months’ term in
the county jail. There was also a woman connected with the bootleggers and
she was given a " floater."
Three cases of infantile paralysis was reported at Lakeview last week, one
resulted in the death of 14-year old, Edna Bond and the other two are
recovering. Two other suspicious cases were treated. (1:2)
Mr. and Mrs. Frank Cramton left this morning for Deephole, Nevada, where
they will remain during the winter.
Mrs. Emma Crowley recently purchased the Minto property on Ann St., and will
move the house to the site of where her residence was destroyed by fire.
Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Leonard expect to leave this week for Gridley and attend
to business matters and will return here later to reside.
Married – At Adin, Cal., September 25, 1927, Miss Norma Studley to Laurance
Weigand, Rev. Vinyard, of Fall River Mills, officiating. The Record extends
congratulations to the newly wedded couple.
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 12, 1927
Mrs. Lloyd Ogle and Mrs. E. C. Coffman, of Lakeview, were visitors in
Cedarville Sunday, returning the same day.
October 29th the day set for Railroad Day at Alturas, to celebrate the
advent of the broad gauge into Modoc. Let’s all go.
Mrs. Jesse Strotts received the sad news of the death of her brother-in-law
at Ponca City, Oklahoma, last Sunday. (8:1)
Thomas Cummins, of Woodland, arrived here last week on a visit to Mr. and
Mrs. C. E. Cummins, and also for the purpose of bagging a big mule tail
buck.
Lauren Adams, who is with the Standard Oil Company at Yerington, Nevada
arrived here last week to spend his vacation with his parents, Mr. and Mrs.
R. G. Adams. He is accompanied by Herbert Coffman, cashier of the Yerington
Bank, who is seeing this part of the country for the first time.
OLD PRESIDENT DIES (RESIDENT)
Last Friday, John Price was taken to the County hospital at Alturas by Lloyd
Tripp and Thomas Jones. He was then in a serious condition and it was
thought he could get better attention there, but last Sunday, he passed
away. We understand that his body will be brought to Eagleville for
interment. Mr. Price was an old resident of this valley, living at
Eagleville. He was of a retiring disposition and as far as known leaves no
relatives. (8:2)
Chester Studley and wife, of Sonoma, Sonoma County, were here several days
during the past week, the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Stanley. They were
highly pleased with Surprise Valley.
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 19, 1927
AUTO TURNS TURTLE
While coming down North Deep Creek Canyon last Sunday night, the front
wheels of the auto driven by Dan House, struck a rock, causing a blowout,
which caused the machine to go over the grade, turning over four times
before reaching the bed of the creek, completely demolishing the top and
windshield. Dan says the car separated from him in the second turnover and
he picked himself up about twenty feet away, with a scratched face and neck.
He rigged up a hoist and got the machine up on the road and cranking it up
came on home and to all appearances, it works as good as ever. It’s a Ford.
It was really a narrow escape from death.
The little babe of Mr. and Mrs. Harve Chase was reported quite ill last
week.
The State Court of Appeal last Monday refused to grant Frank E. Page a new
trial for the murder of Mrs. Pearl Connell.
John M. Ward, of San Jose and Mrs. Bessie Coonse, of Eagleville, were
married at Susanville on Wednesday, the 12th inst.
Forest Ranger, Oscar L. Barnum, accompanied by his wife, left last Saturday
for San Francisco, where the latter goes for medical treatment.
Allan McCulley cut his hand badly, nearly severing the thumb, last Monday
morning, while splitting wood. Well, we’ve – but what’s the use?
John House and wife, of Modesto, who has been visiting his father, Mr.
Daniel House, Sr., his sister, Miss Bertha and brother, Dan, left last
Saturday for their home.
Married – At Reno, Nevada, October 14, 1927, Miss Wilma R. Church and Vivian
E. Reynolds, of Susanville, Cal. The groom is the youngest son of Mr. and
Mrs. Enoch Reynolds, of Lake City, Cal. Surprise Valley friends extends
congratulations to the newly weds. (Wilma’s maiden name was GOODRICH. There
was no mention of another marriage, I believe this may have been a typo.
BCR)
John Tisserand and Mrs. John Fritz, of Santa Rosa, Mrs. Lizzie Garrett, Mr.
and Mrs. George Shaw and Miss Mary Tisserand, of Westwood, arrived here last
Friday to be at the bedside of Mrs. Mary Jacobs, who was stricken with
paralysis last Thursday and has been in a critical condition during the past
week. All left here Monday morning as Mrs. Jacobs is somewhat improved.
BIRTHS
At Lake City, Cal., October 1, 1927, to Mr. and Mrs. Dave Fox, a son
At Lake City, Cal., October 13, 1927, to Mr. and Mrs. Myron Quirk, a son
J. F. Allenwood was confined to his bed by illness last week but now
improving.
Lewis Monchamp had a turnover and badly demolished the auto last Sunday,
while going down the road towards the lake. Luckily, he was not hurt.
Miss Mulligan, teacher of the Eagleville School, who was taken over to
Alturas some days ago suffering from spinal meningitis, is reported to be
improving under the treatment of Dr. T. J. Halloran, Chiropractor and it is
hoped that she will soon be entirely recovered.
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 26, 1927
BIDWELL NEWS
Charley Godfrey had the misfortune while hunting in Warner Valley to shoot
part of his heel off. He was carrying the gun on his shoulder when he was
thrown to the ground by his dog, the charge shot away part of the heel. He
was brought to town and Dr. Coates was called to dress the wound. Charley
will soon be out though he will be lame for sometime.
Rev. Shoemaker accompanied by Mrs. Sid Harris, Mrs. Ray Tierney and Mrs.
Eades left for San Francisco the first of the week. The ladies will remain
about two weeks. We hear Mr. Shoemaker would return as soon as he could
ditch the ladies.
Deputy Sheriff Van Horn and Game Warden Jordan were in this vicinity last
week. Moonshiners and game law violators take notice.
Born – At Mrs. Wilson’s Sanitarium, Alturas, Cal., October 25, 1927, to Mr.
and Mrs. Ernest Grove, of Eagleville, Cal., a daughter
PASS WORTHLESS CHECKS
George Gans, Leo Weilmunster and another man came in for Long Valley last
Thursday, looking for two men, J. H. Goad and R. H. Miller. It seems that
the first named parties had sold a lot of furs to the two latter, taking
their check, in the sum of $1359, for the same. When the check was presented
for payment, it was found that there were no funds. Gans went to Reno, where
he found that the furs had been sold there but the buyer refused to
surrender them. Gans then swore to a complaint, charging Goad and Miller
with passing a fraudulent check. At last reports the two had not been
apprehended.
Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Slinkard, of Westwood, arrived here some days ago on a
visit to their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Enoch Reynolds and Mr. and Mrs. A. N.
Slinkard.
Otha Wood came in from Long Valley, Nevada, last week and is now taking the
Pasteur treatment for the rabies. Some days ago, he killed and skinned a
rabid coyote and having some abrasions of the skin on his hands, he was
fearful that they might be infected, hence his visit here for treatment.
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Modoc County, California
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