BIG VALLEY GAZETTE – BIEBER, LASSEN COUNTY, CAL.
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 1906
A. Babcock and wife and Fred Meyers left last week for San Francisco. Mrs.
Babcock is in poor health and goes to San Diego to remain sometime, while
the two gentlemen will return after a short visit.
SIMPSON – BURROWS WEDDING
A pretty home wedding took place at the home of Mr. and Mrs. F. S. Burrows
in the Yosemite colony at Merced on Sunday, when their daughter, Miss
Lorena, was united to Claud Simpson of Merced.
The house was most charmingly decorated for the event, the predominating
colors being green and white. The nuptial knot was tied by Rev. A. M. Shaw
of Bakersfield in the presence of the relatives and a few of the most
intimate friends of the contracting couple.
Miss Burrows wore a handsome gown of brown colienne and was attended by her
sister, Miss Myrtle Burrows. The groomsman was R. B. Brown of Merced.
After the ceremony, warm congratulations were extended to Mr. and Mrs.
Simpson and then all of the guests were invited to the dining room, where a
most sumptuous wedding spread awaited them. Ample justice was done to the
many good things set before the bridal party.
Mr. and Mrs. Simpson were the recipients of many beautiful and useful
presents, the young lady’s friends of the bride in Merced remembering her
with a number of handsome gifts.
The bride and groom left on the afternoon train for San Francisco, where a
portion of their honeymoon will be spent, after which they will go to their
new home in San Leandro to reside.
Mr. Simpson is a young man of sterling character and good habits, who holds
an important position with the Best Manufacturing Company at San Leandro.
The many friends of the groom in this valley wish the couple unbounded
happiness and prosperity.
WILL OF JAMES R. TALBOT
The last will and testament of the late James R. Talbot is dated December 6,
1899 and consists of seven typewritten pages. C. R. Wicks and Frank Moody
signed the instrument as witnesses.
"To Mrs. Kittie Swan, for many years housekeeper for Mr. Talbot, is given
$8,000 cash; sixteen head of work mules, to be selected by her; and sections
1, 2, and 12 in Township 18 north, range 5 west, with improvements. These
three sections of land are the choicest in the large Talbot ranch, about 14
miles southwest of town, are worth at least $50,000. These bequests are made
"in recognition of her universal kindness and attention to me."
James J. gill, Ellen P. Gill, Susan Gill and Mary E. McColgan of Boston,
Mass., relatives of deceased, are each given $1600 cash, as is also
Catherine Cramsey of Ireland.
To Bessie Patton, daughter of J. A. Patton, who formerly was in business
here, is given the residence in Willows in which L. J. Klemmer and family
reside.
To each of the three daughters of Hans Johannsen, for many years, neighbors
of Talbot, is given the sum of $5000. The same amount is bequeathed to Emma
Leonberger, residing in Missouri.
By the terms of the will all the residue and remainder of the estate is left
in equal proportion to six persons, two of whom are now dead: Mollie Steiger
and Lillie Steiger, (born Talbot and both now married) of near Vacaville,
daughters of a deceased brother, John C. Talbot; a nephew, James F. Talbot,
son of that deceased brother, who resides near Vacaville; a nephew, John
Thomas Anderson, who died since the making of the will; a grand nephew,
Talbot Anderson, son of that deceased nephew; and a brother, Thomas I.
Talbot, who is now dead.
Therefore the two nieces, Steiger’s, the nephew James F. Talbot and the
grand nephew, Talbot Anderson will each receive one-fourth of the residue of
the large estate.
Dr. Martin and wife left yesterday on the stage for Millville where the
Doctor will locate.
Al Fitch and wife left for Alturas this morning. Mr. Fitch is called to that
place as a witness in a case before the Justice Court.
John Toler of Alturas, who is stopping at Muck Valley and measuring the
water in Pitt River as it goes through the canyon, is laid up from the
effects of spending three or four hours out after night when the thermometer
was somewhere below the freezing point. Darkness came on while he was out
hunting and becoming bewildered wandered around for sometime until a fire
was started when he was rescued by F. H. Holabird, who resides at the ranch.
THUMB IS TORN FROM HAND
Johnny Swaggert had the misfortune of loosing his thumb, last Saturday. He
was starting out from Alturas in the morning to return to where he was
working near Canby. In starting out, he came up to the Canby stage, which
was standing in front of the stage office. As there were no passengers on
the stage, the driver asked Swaggert to ride with him. Johnny got into the
sleigh and held the rope in his hand, intending to lead his saddle horse in
this way. It seems that the saddle animal failed to start with the stage
team and when the rope tightened it got tangled on Mr. Swaggert’s thumb and
stripped the member from his hand. He immediately went to a physician, who
trimmed and straightened up the jagged and mutilated wound and dressed and
bandaged his hand. We are glad to state that Mr. Swaggert is getting along
as well as could be expected under the circumstances. – Alturas Republican
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 1906
KILLING HORSES FOR HIDES
About the first of January, a complaint was sworn to by Charles Rager of
Washoe County, Nevada and James Russell of Secret Valley, Lassen County,
Cal., and Sheriff Wilson armed with warrants sought to arrest James
Matthews, John Dugan and a Mexican named Manuel, who were engaged in killing
horses on the range for their hides.
Rush Creek, which is situated partly in Lassen and Washoe Counties, seems to
have been the scene of the slaughter and places most barren of snow,
furnished plenty of "game" for the hunters.
Sheriff Wilson got close enough to the men engaged in the wholesale
slaughter of horses to plainly hear the fusillade of the rifle shots; but
upon his arrival at the appointed place, the firing ceased. The men had
evidently caught sight of him and skipped out to a safer and more congenial
clime. Search being made fifty-seven hides were found, most of them being
rolled up and prepared for shipment to Bissinger & Co., Reno, from J. F.
Mathews, Hot Springs.
For further inspection, fourteen of the hides were brought to Susanville. Of
the fourteen hides, brought here thirteen of them bear distinct brands. All
this talk of the horses slaughtered being "wild Horses" is not a fact. They
are range horses. An inspection of the hides clearly show, that several of
the horses had been used both for saddle and driving purposes. The collar
and saddles marks on the hides plainly indicate that fact.
One of the culprits, John Dugan, a young man 21 or 22 years of age, is under
arrest and is now retained in the jail at this place awaiting a preliminary
examination, which is set for Feb 7th. Mathews and the Mexican are still at
large.
From the fact that shipment of hides in the past has been frequent, leads to
the conclusion that the killing of horses for their hides is by no means a
new "industry" and has been practiced extensively. This recent action on the
part of the officials will no doubt make those engaged in the business much
more cautious in the future and may put a stop to the nefarious work. –
Lassen Mail
HAYDEN HILL ITEMS
Jesse Douglas, who was employed as bookkeeper for the Lassen Mining Co.,
left last week for New York City.
Mrs. Richie Smith left today for Bieber, where we understand she is going to
remain, her health being very poor here.
Andy Babcock returned from below last evening. He returned home sooner than
he expected on account of the illness of his daughter, Miss Rosa.
A. C. Herrick was taken suddenly ill at his home north of town Saturday
evening and Dr. Houston sent for, but we are glad to state he has now
entirely recovered.
C. A. Packwood, wife and two children left for Fall River yesterday and this
morning, Mrs. Packwood and children took the stage from that place for the
lower country to be absent about three months. They will spend the greater
part of the time in Stockton.
The Adin Argus says that Isaiah Hillman received a serious injury, while
attempting to put up a barn door at the ranch of B. F. Studley, which will
probably make him a cripple for life. With a lever, he was attempting to
raise the door to its proper place when it got beyond his control and fell
onto him, breaking the femoral neck, a bone of the hip joint, which is
considered impracticable to set successfully. The patient is 75 years old.
Dr. Tinsman has the case in charge.
Mr. and Mrs. Richie Smith have moved down from Hayden Hill.
Billy Wells, who has been assisting Charles Carlton, the butcher, is quite
ill.
George Guthrie came over from Pittville yesterday, bringing Grant, the
hospital patient.
We learn that Russell Brownell was on the train that ran into a couple of
cars loaded with dynamite standing on the main track at Grants Pass, OR, the
first inst. A number of passengers were injured and the engineer killed, but
Russell escaped uninjured. Fortunately, the dynamite was not set off.
A man by the named of Grant was brought here yesterday from Pittville and
placed in the emergency hospital and will be treated by Assistant County
Physician, Houston. The hospital was established here by Supervisor Packwood
to be used in cases when a patient is unable to make the arduous trip to the
hospital at Susanville.
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 1906
NEWS FROM HONEY LAKE
Whooping cough is pretty well scattered around the valley; everyone getting
his share whether he wants it or not.
Bert Holmes, who recently graduated from a barber college in San Francisco,
is now assisting A. L. Putney in the Emerson barbershop.
Elmer Paulk is suffering from pneumonia at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. J.
W. Norwood.
The Smith sisters, who for many years worked in the Plaindealer office at
Alturas, are now publishing the Lakeview Herald, published at Lakeview, OR.
Mrs. A. E. Boyd of this place was taken ill about a week ago with a bad
cold, which later developed into pneumonia and at this writing is in a
critical condition. S. A. Boyd was telegraphed for at Reno, arriving here
Saturday and Attorney J. T. Boyd came in Tuesday. But little hope is held
out for her recovery, owing to her advanced age and feeble health.
A legal publication in these columns, rather unusual in its character,
furnishes proof that the old time principles of honor and integrity still
abide with us. A short time since Charles E. Spoon, a young man residing on
the Martin place below Buntingville picked up a can containing two hundred
and eighty dollars in gold coin. The can had evidently been buried by
someone and had been thrown out upon the surface by a previous occupant,
presumably G. W. Reynolds, while digging a posthole. It has lain undisturbed
upon the ground until picked up by Mr. Spoon, who is seeking if he may find
the owner. Who buried this money may never be known. In either case, Mr.
Spoon’s course is commendable. – Lassen Advocate.
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 1906
DEATH OF MRS. A. SMITH
The news of the death of Mrs. A. Smith, which occurred yesterday at 10:30 o’clock
a.m., falls like a pall over our community. The suddenness of her demise
comes as a shock and grief is written on every face. Sorrow has entered the
home where but a few short days ago, all was happiness and sadder still when
an infant five days old is left to never know the tender care of a mother.
But God, in his infinite wisdom, has saw fit to remove this loved one from
her family and friends, therefore, we bow to His inexorable will.
The cause of death was blood poison and despite medical aid and tender
nursing, the spirit winged its way to that bourne, from whence no traveler
returns.
Lorinda L. Smith was aged 45 years and 26 days and was born in Williamette
Valley, Linn County, OR, and with her parents moved to this valley 37 years
ago. On September 25, 1881, she was married to A. Smith, who survives her
and to them nine children were born, eight of whom are living; Richard,
Ernie, Mrs. S. D. Begley, Nora, Robert, Bula, Clayton and the infant
daughter. Also left to mourn her death is an aged father and mother and
eight brothers and sisters.
She died believing implicitly in the Christian faith and her charitable,
loving disposition will ever remain a solace to the grieved ones.
The remains will be interred in the Hillside cemetery tomorrow, after a
short service at the residence leaving for the cemetery promptly at 9 o’clock.
The sympathy of all goes out to the grief stricken husband and children, in
this, their darkest hour. (1:3)
HAYDEN HILL ITEMS
Mr. James Ramsey will move his family to Adin tomorrow.
Mr. and Mrs. Gus McCrary will soon move to the Johnson sawmill.
Mr. and Mrs. S. D. Begley were called to Bieber today, Mrs. Begley’s mother
being seriously ill.
Frank M. Lakey, an employee of the Terry mills at Round Mountain and Miss
Ethel Heaney, a popular young lady of Fall River Mils, were married Thursday
evening in the parlors of the Golden Eagle hotel in Redding. The happy
couple, accompanied by Mr. and Mrs. Ed Guill, came out from Redding Friday
on a short visit to friends. The party departed Sunday for Redding, en route
to their Burney Valley homes. – Millville Tidings
Mrs. A. Babcock returned home from below Sunday evening, where she had been
for the benefit of her health. Her health has been greatly improved.
Homer Jack left for below last week where he goes for treatment at a
sanitarium.
George Herrick, son of Mr. and Mrs. A. C. Herrick, is in a precarious
condition at the home of T. J. Kennedy. His complete recovery is sincerely
hoped for.
BORN
HOLL – Near Bieber, Cal., Feb 19, 1906, to the wife of J. H. Holl, a
daughter
LOOMIS – Near Bieber, Cal., Feb 20, 1906, to the wife of George Loomis, a
daughter
SMITH – In Bieber, Cal., Feb 16, 1906, to the wife of A. Smith, a daughter
LEG BROKEN
While painting on the ranch house of J. M. Thompson about three miles south
of Alturas, yesterday, John Volklandt fell and broke his right leg just
above the ankle. He was painting on a scaffold, suspended by falls and one
end of the rope gave away, causing him to fall. He was brought to town and
Dr. Gibson reduced the fracture and he is getting as well as can be
expected. Mr. Volklandt’s friends are grieved to hear of his misfortune and
we join them in wishing him a speedy recovery. – Alturas New Era
J. Alfred jack of this place has completed the course in stationary
engineering in the American School of Correspondence, Chicago, Ill.
Mrs. A. E. Boyd, whom we mentioned last week as being very ill with
pneumonia, continues to remain about the same. Owing to her feebleness, her
recovery is an impossibility and her death is looked for at any time.
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Billie C. & Anita 'Jean' Reynolds
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