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. =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= 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. 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