SURPRISE VALLEY RECORD Cedarville, MODOC COUNTY, CALIFORNIA DECEMBER 5, 1928 "THE YOUNGEST" SOPHOMORE PLAY, DEC 7TH Work on the Sophomore play is in progress. The play, "THE YOUNGEST" by Phillip Barry was popular in New York in 1924. The cast consists of nine members of the Sophomore Class. Jacqueline Kistler is leading lady, opposite Kesner Jones, as leading man. They are supported by Lucile Cambridge, Leo Rea, Ray Jones, Tom Kennedy, Emma Ennis, Pearl Seminario and Mary Atkinson. The date set for the performance is December 7th; the orchestra will entertain during intermissions. General admission 25 and 50 cents; Reserved Seats, 75 cents. The play will be followed by a dance. Dr. E. F. Auble was over from Alturas yesterday. Elmer Rehine is at the Hotel Surprise recuperating after a severe attack of the flu: he is employed as mechanic at the Gloster Garage at Alturas. Mr. and Mrs. Oliver Cramton left for San Francisco first of the week, Mrs. Cramton, who has been in poor health, will receive medical treatment. Mr. and Mrs. Paul Hagar are taking care of their ranch during their absence. Ash Garage reports the sale of an Essex Sedan to A. N. Slinkard, of Eagleville. BORN – Near Cedarville, Cal., December 2, 1928 to Mr. and Mrs. Kesner Perry, a daughter. PETITION DENIED The petition of the State of California to gain the custody of Gregory Mazzoni, minor ward of the State, from Mr. and Mrs. Willie Royce of Cedarville with whom the child has been living for some years was dismissed in the Superior Court. It is understood that, a petition of adoption of the boy in a legal manner will be filed by the foster parents. A SERIOUS ACCIDENT Last Sunday evening while working on Glenn Hill’s wood saw at Oscar Barnums’ residence, Harry Zeitz had the misfortune of getting his left hand caught in the saw, cutting off the first joints of the thumb and index finger and the other three fingers partly severed, but possibly with careful attention the fingers may be saved, although they were only hanging on by the skin. The serious accident happened when they were sawing the last stick of wood; they had been sawing pitchy wood and changed over to green cherry; it was tough and a piece of pitch had stuck to the saw and caught on the piece of cherry and sprung the stick and throwing his hand into the saw. Kent Wilbur, who has been visiting his son, Ralph Wilbur, of the Hotel Surprise, returned to his home at Grants Pass last Friday. George White, who has been cooling at the Hotel Surprise, left with his wife for Portland yesterday, where they expect to make their future home. Santa Cruz – November 22, - Enoch Crews, 63, poultry expert, known over the entire Pacific Coast, died suddenly at his home here today after a heart attack. (Enoch Crews has been selling baby chic’s to Modoc farmers for years and his many old time customers will regret to hear of his passing as he was strictly honest in his dealings.)(8:4) TIME FOR PROVING WILL In the Superior Court of the State of California in and for the County of Modoc; In the matter of the estate of Catherine E. Tierney, deceased. Notice of publication of time appointed for proving will, etc. Notice is hereby given that Thursday, the 20th day of December, 1928, at ten o’clock a.m., of said day, at the Court, at the Court House in the City of Alturas, County of Modoc, has been appointed as the time and place for proving the Will of Catherine E. Tierney, deceased and for hearing the application of Raymond Tierney for the issuance to him of Letters Testamentary, when and where any person interested may appear and contest the same. Dated December 4th, 1928 L. S. Smith, Clerk By Ella C. Sloss, Deputy DECEMBER 12, 1928 EAGLEVILLE NOTES Mr. and Mrs. Robert Minto and baby arrived home today from Millville. Bob says when he came over the Burney Mountain there was about two feet of wet snow that had just fallen. Dr. Coates reports several cases of scarlet fever at Bidwell this week, and both the schools have been closed. Among those afflicted with the disease are the little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bock and the little daughter of Mrs. Marguerite Peterson, both cases are reported serious. BORN at Reno, Nevada, November 29, 1928 to Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence J. Fee of Fort Bidwell, a daughter Roy Hobbs sold his ranch six miles above Lake City, to Bide Steward last week, who took possession of the property today. Everett Hill was stricken suddenly with acute appendicitis last Thursday evening and was rushed to the hospital at Lakeview, where he underwent an operation: late reports state that he is doing well. Last Monday noon while coming from the ranch, Mrs. W. H. Hussa had the misfortune of turning over their serene truck, in front of the Baty place, where the grader had turned up some gravel and loose (the rest of the sentence was not published). DECEMBER 19, 1928 BORN at Lakeview, Ore., December 14, 1928 to Mr. and Mrs. Bill Hays, a daughter. BORN at Eagleville, cal., December 14, 1928, to Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Stevens, a daughter, weight 7 pounds. Gilbert Palmberg, who had blood poisoning in his right hand and was reported to have died, is now recovering from the infection, at the Wilson Hospital at Alturas. Miss Doris Robinson, who is teaching in San Jose, arrived here Monday to spend the holidays with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. G. Robinson. Supervisor Harry Ward and Rufus Ward of Lake City, left for Bloomington, Indiana, this week to be at the bedside of their mother, who is critically ill. Miss Leonore Warrens arrived home Monday from Sacramento, where she is attending the Junior High School; she will spend the holiday vacation with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. George M. Warrens. IN MEMORIAM Fort Bidwell, Cal., December 10, 1928 To the Officers and members of Northeast Lodge, No 26, F. & A. M. We, your committee, appointed to draft resolutions in memory of our late brother, Francis K. Smith, beg to submit the following; Whereas, it has pleased the Ruler of the Universe in his infinite wisdom to remove from this earthly sphere our good brother, Francis K. Smith. Whereas, it is fitting and proper that his brothers should express, they this Lodge, their sympathy to those of listening relatives left to mourn his passing; It is therefore Resolved, that this Lodge in the passing of said brother has lost a worthy brother and his family a loving father. And to his bereaved daughter and family we hereby express and tender our sympathy and wish for them many good things for the future, for their loving service and care for our departed brother. Resolved, that the charter of this lodge by properly draped, that a copy of these resolutions be published in the Surprise Valley Record, that a copy be spread on the record, that a copy be given to the daughter of our deceased brother. Respectfully submitted Committee: George FORDYER, E, Ruotson and W. L. Hickererson DECEMBER 26, 1928 Mr. and Mrs. Simon Bennett have moved to Cedarville and are occupying and apartment in Mrs. Mary Perry’s residence. Howard Westervelt and son spent Christmas vacation with his parents, Rev. and Mrs. J. H. Westervelt, of this place. Mr. and Mrs. A. L. Baty left for San Francisco Sunday, where they will spend a short vacation visiting with their son, Loyal. Billie Patterson drove their car down for them. The following students of the U. C. from this valley are spending their holiday vacation at their respective homes; Misses Ferne Sweet and Lois Tyeryar and Lewis Cockrill. Chris Hansen, Sr., is back from Lakeview, where he has been for sometime, receiving medical treatment for his hand, which he had mashed in a pulley sometime ago; he is getting along as well as can be expected. Simon Bennett has opened his place of business, the Surprise Valley Warehouse, in the West End of town on the Lassen highway and carries a complete line of fresh groceries, flour, mill feeds, etc., at reasonable prices; will also operate a gas station. Alturas no longer will be known as "town". An Ordinance to the effect that the official, name shall in the future be "City of Alturas" has been passed by the city dads. At a meeting of the council Monday night steps were taken to have the seal changed to conform to the new official title of the city. REAL ESTATE TRANSFERS Following are the real estate transfers, which have been recorded during the past week from this place: S. O. Hays to Amy F. Stephens and Peggy L. Stephens, two tracts of land in the town of Cedarville. Mrs. E. C. Coffman to Lloyd E. Ogle, 8 lots in Cedarville. F. E. Bush and wife to J. H. Hawkins, Jr., 4 lots in the town of Cedarville. Leon B. Lewis to Forest Adams, one lot in Cedarville. Mrs. Inez Hatch is here from Susanville on a short vacation. BORN at Lake City, Cal., December 24, 1928, to Mr. and Mrs. Chester Fraizway, a son The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Warren Slinkard passed away December 25, 1928, at Eagleville. Mr. and Mrs. D. H. Grove are spending the holidays at Fernley, visiting their son, Davie and family. Mrs. Dorothy Smith, of San Francisco, is spending her holiday vacation here with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. D. S. Denehy and her little son, Allen Smith. ~~~~~~ Billie C. & Anita 'Jean' Reynolds Modoc County, California "The Last Frontier" www.rh2o.com/modoc --- Our outgoing mail is checked by avast! AntiVirus. Avast! Is Free To Home Users.