Jean is back and so is our daily installments of the News. A Thank You to all those who sent us an email on how much you enjoy the postings. Billie & Jean ---- SURPRISE VALLEY RECORD – CEDARVILLE, MODOC COUNTY, CAL. WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 5TH, 1928 A FATAL ACCIDENT About four o’clock Saturday evening, Gordon Whitehead and Robert Sweet left the Sweet Ranch, both riding one horse, to go to Everett Hill’s, where they were to do the evening chores. They were galloping through the field when the horse began to stumble, finally turning a complete summersault. Robert was thrown clear, receiving only minor injuries, but apparently the horse must have fallen with his whole weight on Gordon, causing a fracture at the base of the brain and other internal injuries. A doctor and nurse were immediately summoned but to no avail, he lived only a few hours, passing away at 11:25 p.m. Daniel Gordon Whitehead was born in Cedarville, Cal., November 8, 1913 and died September 1, 1928, aged 14 years. His funeral was held Monday afternoon, fro the M. E. church, the services being conducted by Rev, J. H. Westervelt. The quartet composed of Messrs. George S, Miller, Sr., George Miller, Jr., J. A. Donnelly and Dr. J. A. Smith and Miss Cassie Johnstone, at the organ, rendered several hems --- selections; the remains were laid to rest by the side of his mother, who died last March. Gordon was a lovable boy and will be greatly missed by his companions. He was a sophomore and was industrious and ambitious. (1:1) LOCAL MENTION John Reynolds, who wields the cleaver at the Surprise Valley Meat Market, met with a painful accident Saturday when he cut the ends of three fingers, causing a painful injury. Dr. Coates dressed the hand and it is getting along nicely. G. J. Wentzell, the "Raleigh Man," accompanied by his wife, of Paisley, were here several days last week attending to business. Mrs. Dan Benner, who has been in a critical condition for the last month, is much improved at this writing, we are glad to state. Mr. and Mrs. A. W. Chaffey and two children, of Oakland, are here visiting Mrs. Chaffey’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. G. R. Stimers. Born – In Oakland, Cal., August 31, 1928, to Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Towler, (nee Miss Marjorie Bonner) a daughter – Marjorie Rose Towler. A farewell dance was given at Vya, Nev., last Saturday night in honor of Mr. and Mrs. R. G. Hunt, who have had the management of the Captain Johnston Ranch for several years: they are leaving for Reno where they will reside in the future. WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 1928 AUTO ACCIDENT Last Sunday evening a bad auto accident occurred when the Dodge coupe driven by Elmer Toney crashed into B. N. Buck’s new Buick Six Couple, which was driven by B. B. Robinson. It seems that Toney was coming down the left side of the street going south and Mr. Robinson coming up the right side of the street going north: in order to avoid a head-on collision, Mr. Robinson pulled to the left, trying to dodge the on-coming car, but was hit by the Dodge on the bumper and fender, causing a slight damage; but Toney’s car was badly wrecked, windshield, radiator and lights smashed and otherwise damaged. Drivers should keep tot he right side of the road and such accidents could be avoided. DEATH OF CAPTAIN JOHNSTON Capt. E. W. Johnston, of Seattle, Washington, passed away at his home in that city Thursday evening, states the Nevada State Journal. Captain Johnston was president of the Long Valley Land and Development Company, which owned a large tract of land in the northern part of Washoe County, near Vya, Nevada, upon which the Captain had expended large sums of money during the past ten years in developing an irrigation project comprising a large reservoir and canals. Several months ago, he underwent a serious operation, from which he was thought to be recovering. (1:2) EAGLEVILLE NEWS BORN – At Eagleville, Cal., September 9, 1928, to Mr. and Mrs. Harry Cambridge, a son Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Cook left for Ashland, Tuesday, where Ernest will undergo an operation for appendicitis. Mrs. Gertie Barber was taken to the Wilson Sanitarium at Alturas last Thursday for treatment. She has been ill for about two weeks. Late, Mr. Barber received word for Dr. Gibson that Mrs. Barber would have to be taken below at once for treatment. Mr. Barber and son, Ival left for the South with Mrs. Barber last Monday evening. Mr. A. K. Sweet and Mrs. Lizzie Wimer left for Ashland last Wednesday, where they will undergo an operation for appendicitis. Charles Hays, small son of Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Hays, had the misfortune of breaking his left wrist while playing on the rings at the Alpine School last week. Mr. and Mrs. Sam Baty and Luman Foskett arrived here Thursday. Mrs. Baty has been under medical treatment at that place and is slightly improved. Mr. Foskett is attending to business. Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Stimer returned from Adin the first of the week, where they went to attend the funeral of Mrs. Stimer’s uncle, Park W. Johnson, who died suddenly last Saturday: he was aged 75 years and had resided there for many years. (8:1) Paul Wheatley, former Water Commissioner of Surprise Valley, was killed as the mail plane which he was piloting crashed on the field at Pocatello, Idaho: six passengers were also killed as a result of the crash. (8:1) Milo Kennedy and Johnnie Laxague made a trip to Davis last Saturday to meet and bring back Dr. Kennedy. The Dr. is somewhat improved and stood the trip very well; but will not be able to attend to his practice for sometime. WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 1928 HIGH SCHOOL NOTES An election was held Friday, the 7th to elect the student body officers and the following were elected: President, Johnnie Laxague; Vice President, Forrest Poore; Secretary, Myrtle Nolan; Treasurer, Mary Decious; reporter, Marie Harris; Girls’ Athletic Manager, Margaret Hill; Boys’ Athletic manager, Mile Kennedy; Yell Leader, Virgil Benner; Sergeant at Arms, Beatrice Hutchinson. The following Class Advisors were elected: Seniors, Mrs. Tierney; Juniors, Miss Murphy; Sophomores, Miss. Armstrong; Freshmen, Mr. Ferguson. DEATH OF MRS. L. J. BARBER Mrs. L. J. Barber, of Eagleville, Cal., passed Away at Sacramento, on Friday, September 14th: her death was caused by valve heart trouble. Her funeral was held at Eagleville Sunday afternoon, conducted by Rev. Westervelt, assisted by Eagle and Bonner Chapters. Gertrude May McCormick was born at Eagleville, on March 28, 1879. On October 27, 1898, she was united in marriage to Labia J. Barber: to this union were born four children, Ival, Lyle, Kenneth and Delwin; she also leaves to mourn her loss a loving, four brothers and one sister. In 1909, she was initiated into Eagle Chapter, no. 187, Order of the Eastern Star, to the welfare of which she dedicated her life. She was dearly loved by a host of friends for her many noble qualities and deepest sympathy is extended to the bereaved family. (1:2) CARD OF THANKS We wish to express our sincere appreciation to our many friends, especially to Eagle Chapter, No. 187, and Bonner Chapter, No. 232. O. E. S., for their kindness and sympathy extended us in the death of our beloved wife, mother and sister; Also the deepest thanks for beautiful floral offerings. L. J. Barber and Sons George McCormick C. E. McCormick I. D. McCormick C. E. McCormick Mrs. A. M. Pryor Miss Nellie Strief, of San Francisco, is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joshua Strief of Lake City. Mr. and Mrs. Allyn Byerle are here from San Jose, the guests of Mrs. Byerle’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. F. E. Bush. Mrs. Eva Vawters, owner of the old Turner Ranch, from Hollywood, attending to affairs connected with her property. BORN – Fort Bidwell, Cal., September 16th, 1928 to Mr. and Mrs. Martin Anderson, a son. Mrs. Anderson was formerly Miss Nellie Godfrey. Andrew Anderson of Plush, Oregon is confined to his bed at the Hotel Surprise with an infected hand. Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Fisher and Lewis Fisher arrived here from Stockton last Friday to spend a short vacation visiting Mrs. Fishers’ parents, Mr. and Mrs. L. A. Wheeler of this place. Mr. Lyle Cook and bride returned home last Sunday from a honeymoon trip around the bay district. They left Wednesday for Red Rock, where they will spend a few days. WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 1928 ATTEMPTED BANK ROBBERY The Bidwell Branch of the Modoc County Bank, was again burglarized by some petty thieves, last Monday evening: some banking equipment was taken, also some Oregon Hunting Licenses. It will be remembered that a few weeks ago an attempt was made to rob the Bidwell Bank, but nothing was missing except a pistol: this time the thieves took precaution to us gloves so as to leave no finger prints as they did the other time. They gained entrance by prying the iron bars apart on the window at the back of the building, with a four by four plank. LOCAL MENTION R. L. Smith, Presley Dorris and H. W. Roberts are in the valley this week classifying lands as to the value per acre. They have completed classifying most Modoc lands except Surprise, which they are now working on. When finished their reports will be handed to the Assessor and land will be taxed accordingly. Pete Seminario, proprietor of the "French Hotel" met with a painful injury last Saturday evening; the porcelain handle on the faucet at the sink broke in his hand when he was turning off the water and imbedded particles of the porcelain deeply into the palm of his hand. EAGLEVILLE NOTES Mr. and Mrs. Al Hotchkiss and family left today for a trip thru Oregon visiting relatives and friends. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Nolan and Miss Myrtle Nolan left for Reno today; Myrtle will undergo treatment for her goiter. Ernest Cook and family returned home from Ashland Saturday, where he had an operation for appendicitis. ~~~~~~ Billie C. & Anita 'Jean' Reynolds Modoc County, California "The Last Frontier" www.rh2o.com/modoc --- Our outgoing mail is checked by Norton AntiVirus.