BIG VALLEY GAZETTE – BIEBER, LASSEN COUNTY, CAL.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 4, 1900
Lute Sheldon of Sisson was in this vicinity a day or two last week, for the
purpose of buying horses.
Andrew McWilliams returned last week from a visit to relatives in
Susanville. He was accompanied by his cousin, Mrs. S. Carman, who will
visit in this valley for awhile.
Anton Gerig accompanied by his daughter, Miss Josie, left here Monday
morning for an extended visit to his old home in Switzerland. It is their
intention to see something of the world on this trip and they expect to
spend a couple of weeks visiting the World’s Fair in Paris. Their many
friends wish them a pleasant journey and a safe return.
Frank Triplett was down from his home near Lookout last Saturday to consult
the dentist.
Dr. C. W. Tinsman, a nephew of T. A. Roseberry, has located at Adin, to
practice his profession.
Miss Etta Higgins of Round Valley was a passenger on yesterday evening’s
stage on her way to Redding.
District Attorney, J. T. Boyd is preparing to commence proceedings against
the bondsmen of C. A. Forkner and F. E. Kingsbury.
Louis Andrews of Alturas was a passenger on yesterday’s stage, enroute to
the lower country.
Jack Stratton and wife, who have been living in Fall River Valley for
several months, returned to this place yesterday.
BORN
VINCENT – In Susanville, Cal., March 29, 1900, to the wife of Wm. Vincent, a
son
LOOKOUT NEWS
Tim Desmond of Burney Valley was here last Friday on his way to Langell
Valley with a jack.
Asa Hollenbeak of Pittville went up the road last Thursday with a few head
of the animals, whose ancestors’ jaws were used as war weapons.
With extemporaneous quickness, John Potter road his bicycle off a bridge
into the river last Sunday. He fell into the water flat side down with the
bicycle on top of him. Of Course, he thought some one came up behind and
sandbagged him. His radiant and undimmed intellect, that he had so often
trusted in emergencies, prompted him to raise his “valorous soul” from this
watery predicament and send to a warmer climate. The alacrity of his coming
and the vociferous and liberal use of ugly words he uttered will only be
known to the mute and silent environment. Being about a half mile up the
Brown lane, after extricating himself, he left the bicycle and started for
his home in town. As he went down the street, his gait was quickened into a
Nancy Hanks run by the boys guying him. When he arrived at his home on Nob
Hill a little “Innocent” exclaimed, Papa, you ought to have taken a slicker.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 11, 1900
Mrs. Asa Fitzpatrick of Burney Valley visited the family of C. H. Merrill in
Muck Valley last week.
W. D. Packwood fell from his horse last Saturday morning, caused by his
saddle turning under him. His right hip was considerably hurt and he is
confined to the house in consequence.
J. W. Arnett was taken before Judge Kelley a week ago last Saturday and
sentenced to the state prison at Folsom for a term of three years. An
Appeal will be taken.
Wm. Babcock writes us that he has moved again, this time to Traeyton, Kitsap
County, wash. He says if he has to make another move it will be back to Big
Valley.
From The Redding Searchlight, we learn that the suit, which has been pending
in the Superior Court of Shasta County between W. H. Lee and Frank McArthur
over some land, has been amicably settled out of court.
Joel A. Snell of this place has commenced an action in the Superior Court
for divorce from his wife, Olin May Snell, on the grounds of desertion. The
couple were married in Modoc County in 1890, and plaintiff alleges that
defendant deserted him in 1898.
Jack Wall met with a serious accident last Saturday evening. He was trying
to catch some chickens in his chicken house and was holding to a board in
the loft for support, when the board broke and he fell down with a crash.
As he fell, his face came in contact with a box, which stood on the floor,
one corner striking near his left eye and it was a miracle that the eye was
not destroyed. He also dislocated the wrist of his left hand and was
otherwise badly bruised up.
Mrs. Al. Estep, a former resident of this valley, died at her home on Oak
Run a week ago yesterday. (7:1)
A horse fell with Clark Franklin last evening and sprained his left wrist
very badly. He will be unable to do any work for several days.
Edgar Dunlap returned from Anderson Monday. He was accompanied by his
mother, Mrs. R. E. Dunlap and sister, Miss Daisy, who spent the winter in
Anderson.
A son of Wiley Cornelison committed suicide at his home near Milford Monday
morning by shooting himself through the heart with a pistol. No cause is
assigned for the rash deed. (7:2)
BORN
MEYERS – At Lookout, Cal., April 3, 1900, to the wife of G. D. Meyers, a
daughter
DIED
LONG – In Susanville, Cal., April 1 1900, Zella Leota, infant daughter of
Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Long. (7:2)
CLARK – Near Janesville, Cal., March 29, 1900, Willie, son of W. H. Clark
aged about 13 years. (7:2)
LOOKOUT NEWS
Born – to the wife of G. D. Meyers, April 3d, a daughter
P. Dorris of Siskiyou moved to Lookout last Tuesday.
The Hewitt estate was sold today for one thousand dollars, Paschal Abernathy
being the purchaser.
J. C. Conklin will move his portable sawmill from Round Valley to Stone Coal
Valley, when he moves the next time.
George Eades and Zetus Eades arrived here from Trinity Center last
Thursday – Zetus remaining and George returning yesterday.
Laura Miller and her brother, Phillip, with other parties whose names we did
not learn, passed through town last Wednesday on their way to the lower
country.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 18, 1900
Miss Olive Simpson has been confined to her bed for several days with
inflammatory rheumatism.
G. E. Wilson of Minneapolis, Minn., a brother of Sheriff Wilson was in
Susanville last week on visit to his brother.
Mr. A. Sawyer, accompanied by his daughter, Miss Gertie, left yesterday
morning for San Francisco, where Mr. Sawyer goes to have a cancer removed
from his left cheek.
Mrs. Mattie Hensley, a niece of Mrs. W. K. Estill, arrived here last
Saturday evening from the lower country on a visit. The lady resides in
Missouri, but is on an extended visit to her relatives on this coast.
J. R. McKenzie was thrown from his horse at his place in the lower end of
the valley yesterday and his left side was considerably bruised. He was
going to the Fred Shott fire when his horse took fright and threw him.
Mts. James Snell and Mrs. Frank Moss left for Oak Run last Wednesday to
visit their brother, al. Estep, who had the misfortune to lose a wife and
daughter recently.
Miss Lena Gilbert arrived from Pal Cedro last Wednesday evening and is
stopping with Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Norwood. The young lady is a niece of Mr.
Norwood and will probably remain all summer.
At the sale of the real estate belonging to the estate of Kitty A. Fulcher,
deceased, which took place last Saturday, T. J. Fulcher was the highest
bidder; his bid slightly exceeding the appraised value of the property.
WALKED IN HIS SLEEP
Out of a Second-Story Window
William Smilie, a resident of Anderson, while asleep, arose from his bed
Tuesday night and raising a window, deliberately walked out, falling a
distance of fifteen or twenty feet and striking the ground with force enough
to fracture two or three ribs and receiving other serious injury. His wife
attempted to seize him as he was going out of the window, but did not
succeed. He was picked up unconscious and carried into the house and a
doctor summoned to attend the injured man.
It is said this is the second time Mr. Smilie has been injured from walking
in his sleep.
Sheriff Wilson started for the penitentiary with Arnett on Monday morning
last. He got as far as Doyle station on the N.C.O. when he received a
telegram that Justice Beatty of the Supreme Court had granted a certificate
of probable cause in Arnett’s case. Tom, accordingly, was compelled to
bring his man back on the next train and Arnett now reposes in the county
jail there to remain until his case can be reviewed upon appeal to the
Supreme Court.
ATTEMPTED SUICIDE
L. W. Southard Cuts his Throat With a Pocket Knife
Quite a stir was created in Adin last Saturday by the report that L. W.
Southard had cut his throat in Straub’s Hotel, in an effort to end his
existence. It seems, however, that before he had quite completed the job,
he relented and motioned for assistance, which was promptly rendered and by
the timely arrival of Dr. Tinsman, who sewed up the gashes inflicted by the
knife, the man’s life is now believed to be safe.
So far as we can learn, Southard had been on an extended spree and his mind
was no doubt unbalanced for the time being. That he intended to commit
suicide is evidenced from the fact that he had sharpened his pocket knife
previous to the attempt; he claims, however, that the cutting was purely
accidental. He says he went to bed in Straub’s hotel Saturday about noon
and dreamed that some one was trying to kill him. In order to defend
himself, he tried to cut the man’s throat, but instead, cut his own throat.
His wind pipe was cut in three places and he lost considerable blood, but
fortunately the knife did not penetrate any large blood vessels and the
chances for his recovery are good.
Miss Zella Estep, daughter of Al. Estep of oak Run, died Tuesday, aged about
18 years. The funeral took place Wednesday. Those attending from here were
Mrs. S. D. Fuller and daughter, T. P. Sutton and wife, Lew and Ed. Fuller.
A short time ago, the mother passed away and there are two of the children
that are very low. (5:1)
The Kresge Bros., George and J. A., of Lookout, transacted business here,
last Friday.
T. B. Vickers and family left the valley yesterday morning for Colusa
County. Mr. Vickers has sold out his interests in this valley to his
brother, Ed, and intends making his home in the lower country.
BORN
WALKER – Near Bieber, Cal., April 13, 1900, to the wife of Godfrey Walker, a
son
McDOWELL – In Adin, Cal., April 12, 1900, to the wife of L. G. McDowell, as
son
HARBERT – In Adin, Cal., April 7, 1900, to the wife of F. D. Harbert, a
daughter
DIED
LOWE – Near Buntingville, Cal., April 7, 1900, Leona May, daughter of John
Lowe, aged 8 years, 11 months and 4 days. (5:2)
MASSEY – In Susanville, Cal., April 11, 1900, Mrs. T. A. Massey, a native of
Susanville aged 19 years, 8 months and 25 days. (5:2)
LOOKOUT NEWS
Byron Vickers packed his effects yesterday, preparatory to moving to the
lower country.
D. M. Ostrom, who has been in the state of Nevada for two or three years, is
here for a short visit.
Last Wednesday, we sampled the wedding cake of Miss Myrtle Lippincott, who
was married, several days ago to a Mr. Crystal of Warm Castle. We wish them
happiness.
A beautiful meteor was seen to fall from the sky Monday evening about 7 o’
clock. Those who were fortunate enough to witness it say that it was a
grand sight. Purple clouds were left in its path and as it disappeared, a
loud, rumbling noise was heard. Some think that the noise was caused by the
meteor striking the earth and if this theory is correct, it must have been a
very large meteor and fell but a short distance from here.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 25, 1900
Homer Jack has been appointed census marshal for this school district.
Asa Hollenbeak came over from Fall River Valley last Saturday after his
daughter, Miss Belle, who has been attending the Juniper school.
D. R. Brownell received a telegram from Chico Monday stating that his little
baby is very sick. Later telegrams, however, were more reassuring and the
child is now thought to be on the road to recovery.
Since our last issue, the condition of L. W. Southard, at Adin, has become
quite serious, and his attempt on his life may yet prove fatal.
Al Miller and family left this valley last Wednesday to seek a new home in
Oregon. They were accompanied by Frank Miller and Sam Smith.
Dr. Bradshaw was called to the lower end of the valley Monday to see the
children of Anton Gerig, three of whom are down with the scarlet fever.
Fortunately, the cases are very light and no alarm of any serious
consequences are feared; but as the disease is very contagious, it will be
well for the people to take the necessary precautions to prevent its spread.
J. H. Apple, a former resident of this valley, who now lives in Henleyville,
Tehama County, had the misfortune recently of losing his blacksmith shop and
several hundred dollars worth of tools by fire.
An attempt was made last week by R. B. Diller, who is confined in the county
jail at Redding, to saw through the bars of his cell and make his escape.
He was caught in the act and has been placed in solitary confinement. Had
his plan succeeded, eight others could have escaped with him.
LOOKOUT NEWS
Mrs. H. K. Cornell, John Easter and Ed Horton, all of Tule Lake, stopped in
town last Tuesday over night on their way to the lower country. Mrs.
Cornell, having disposed of all her possessions on Tule Lake, will in future
make her permanent home in Butte County.
Season's Greetings
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Billie C. & Anita 'Jean' Reynolds
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