SURPRISE VALLEY RECORD – CEDARVILLE, MODOC COUNTY, CAL WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 1921 SAD HOME COMING Mrs. L. L. Turner returned last week from Seattle where she was called by the illness and death of her mother. Mrs. Turner left her to attend the Grand Chapter of O.E.S., which convened at Santa Cruz on Oct. 18th, and on her arrival at San Francisco, enroute to Santa Cruz, she received a wire conveying the news that her mother was critically ill, and she left at once to be at her bedside, but before her arrival there her mother passed away. The Record joins in extending sympathy to Mrs. Turner in her sad bereavement. NOT TO BE PITIED Howard Hedgepeth is carrying around a mighty sore nose these days, caused by said proboscis coming in contact with a stick of wood. When we inquired how it happened he told us to go to that place paved with good intentions – and that place wasn’t Alturas, either. However, we haven’t a bit of sympathy for him. Any man who will butt into a woman’s job of splitting wood ought to have his nose peeled. So, there, now. Under the supervision of Tel Strief, a new concrete bridge was completed on the lower road to Lake City. It is thirty feet in length and will stand for all time. Forest Adams left last week for Reno, where he goes for medical treatment for his hand, which he cut severely sometime ago. Mrs. May Larsen and Miss Amy Hayes left last Sunday for Elko, the former returning to her home after visiting her parents here, Mr. and Mrs. S. C. Hayes, and the former will visit in Nevada for a time. A. L. Page returned last week from Marysville country and will spend a few weeks before returning there for the winter. He was accompanied home by his granddaughter, Miss Thelma Page. Deputy Sheriff Harrington and Jesse Rice returned last Sunday from Napa, where they went to take Vernie Delashmutt to the insane asylum. They landed the afflicted man there without any serious trouble, but several times, he became somewhat obstreperous. It may be that with proper treatment the demented man will recover. It is said that some years ago, his head was mashed, and it is thought that if the pressure of the skull upon the brain was removed that he would regain his reason. WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 1921 DESERVES BEST OF TREATMENT Ellis Adams, who with his father, Grant Adams, has been conducting a blacksmith shop here, last week sold out his interest to Everett Wilson, the cause for selling being ill health. Ellis was one of the lion-hearted, red blooded and patriotic sons of America and was one of the very first to volunteer his service to his country in this valley and was with the American army in France for more than a year and participated in seven battles, two of which were the battles of the Marne and Argonne. While we were enjoying ourselves in comfort able homes and sleeping in downy beds, he was wading through mud and slush, going through hell that accompanies warfare, and in doing that, his health was undermined. The effect of ill health was slow at first, but gradually grew worse until he was unable to do his work, and now expects to soon enter the Letterman or some other government hospital. He is a steady young man of exemplary habits and as a just reward for his patriotism and heroic actions on the battlefields, the American government should leave nothing undone to restore him to perfect health. Mrs. Lem Toney and Mrs. Carpenter left Monday for Gerlach, where they will visit for a while. Mrs. Blanche Cannon and Mrs. Robert McCulley left Monday morning for Los Angeles, where they will spend the winter. John Stewart came in from Long Valley last week for a few days, where he had been working on the reservoir site at Massacre Lake. Cal Kennedy has purchased the mercantile business from Frank Leventon of Bieber and will conduct a large store there in the future. Nevada has quarantined against California cattle being brought into her territory, owing to the fact that several cases of tuberculosis have developed in California after being brought into Nevada. A large crowd was present at the Dedication of the Lake City Schoolhouse last Friday night and a most enjoyable time was had, we are informed. Lake City now has as nice a school as any in the county, and large enough to accommodate all the pupils in that district. Thomas Sizer and wife expect to leave here tomorrow morning on their way to visit Mr. Sizer’s old home in England. It is thirty-five years since he left there and will no doubt see many changes. They expect to be absent about three months and their many friends here wish them a pleasant journey and safe return home. WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 39, 1921 MARRIED Last Sunday, November 27th, Miss Dorothy Denehy and William Smith hied themselves to Alturas, where they were joined in the holy bonds of wedlock. The groom is a recent arrival here and is a young man of pleasing appearance and exemplary habits. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. D. S. Denehy, of this place, and is one of the most popular young ladies and her many warm friends extend hearty congratulation to the newly weds and wish them all the happiness and prosperity possible while traveling over the rugged pathway of life. Mrs. W. L. Turner left last Monday for San Francisco. Born – At Lake City, Cal., November 16, 1921, to the wife of Roy Hobbs, a daughter. Mrs. Sarah Shartel and niece, Mrs. Huldah Dickson left Monday for the lower country to spend the winter. News was received here last week of the death of Hugh McCarthy, a mining man well known here, in Arizona. The case of Hutchinson vs. Sweeney will commence in the Superior Court at Alturas on December 14th, and a venery of jurors have been drawn for that purpose. Married – At Alturas, Cal., Wm Granada of Alturas to Miss Jeanne Budorre, of Cedarville, Cal., Wednesday, November 23, 1921. Rev. Father O’Reilly, officiating. Attorney B. B. Robinson and son, Cressler, left Monday for San Francisco. Mr. R. will return in a few days, but Cressler will attend school at Oakland during the winter. Roy Hafer, son of Mr. and Mrs. A. Hafer, of Alturas, died at that place last Friday morning, death resulting from pneumonia brought on by an attack of the flu. The Record joins with many friends in extending sympathy to the bereaved family. Frank Lane, an old resident of Lakeview was found dead, pinned under his automobile, one day last week, north of Lakeview. It is thought that he was stricken with heart failure while driving the machine, causing it to run off the bridge and turning over with him. Somebody burglarized the Record’s kitchen while we were away last Monday, but evidently took compassion on us when they saw the empty condition of our larder and left us a big lot of fine spareribs on the table. It filled a long felt want, and the burglar, whoever it was, has our thanks. And now come Fulton Heard, a man of good business ability, a good hoss trader and one of the best judges of blooded hogs in the county, and he goes to meddling’ with women’s work and cuts a deep gash in his left wrist a few days ago while splitting wood. If he’d followed our ad- aw, what’s the use; the doctors have got to live, anyway. Mrs. Emile Bogert, of this place went to Reno last week, where she was granted a decree of divorce from Guy Bogert, and on the 22nd inst., was married to Harry O. Hughes, of Reno. The friends of the contracting parties extend congratulations and wish them happiness and success. They will make their home at the Smalls ranch, which they have leased. Frank Kerr and wife left Wednesday, via Alturas, for San Francisco. ________________________________ Please reply to: Billie Reynolds r3346@dcsi.net ________________________________________________________________ The best thing to hit the Internet in years - Juno SpeedBand! Surf the Web up to FIVE TIMES FASTER! Only $14.95/ month - visit www.juno.com to sign up today!

SURPRISE VALLEY RECORD – CEDARVILLE, MODOC COUNTY, CAL WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 1921 COME TO MODOC Last Wednesday afternoon a tornado passed over or through the city of Sacramento blowing down houses and destroying property to the value of over $100,000. Of course, we feel sorry for those damaged; but if they will persist in living down there in the sweet sunny south where they raise checks, taxes fleas, and what Sherman said war was, generally, they can expect something to happen to them. Better come up to good old Modoc, where there are no floods, tornadoes or malaria or starvation. J. D. Watson was down from Lake City yesterday. He has been out in Nevada and Oregon for the most of the past summer, surveying land and water sites, and is well pleased with the outlook of that part of the country. OBITUARIES Earl Kesner Miller, the youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. Jack Miller was born in the State of California, June 2, 1902, and died Oct. 10, 1921, being 19 years, four months and 10 days of age. He leaves to mourn his death a stepfather, Mr. Fred Hill, his mother, three brothers, Virgil, Rufus and Orvis and two sisters, Jessie and Maxine, and other relatives and many friends to mourn his death. Mrs. Sarah Miller was born in the State of Indiana, April 14, 1831. Was married to Otha Miller in 1858. To this union was born eight children, six boys and two girls, viz.: Mrs. Caroline Phillips, Mrs. Ida Hanks, Dave, Leander, Henry, William, Frank and John. Four are left to mourn her death also thirty-two grand children, seventeen great-grand children and one great-great-grand child. She crossed the Plains in 1863 with her husband and came to Nevada and lived there two years. From there, they came to California. Her husband died twenty-six years ago. She spent the remainder of her life in this valley and passed away at the age of ninety years, five months and fourteen days. She resided with her son, William. She has been an invalid for the past four years. S. Santiago was down from Bidwell last week attending to business. Miss Faye Stanley left last week for Oroville, where she will visit for a while. O. S. Gooch is confined to his bed this week with an attack of rheumatism. Married – At Alturas, Cal., Nov. 1, 1921, Jack Hash and Miss Stella of Eagleville. Congratulations. Wm G. Ballard and mother and sister, Nora, left Alturas for Chico last Saturday where the two latter will probably remain this winter. The new schoolhouse at Lake City will be dedicated on Friday evening, Nov. 18th, at which time an entertainment and Basket social will be had. Fred Summers and Ellery Phillips moved to town last week and now a Mr. Reynolds has charge of the Pabst Stock Farm east of Eagleville. (This could have been either Enoch or John Reynolds. BCR) We omitted to mention last week the visit here of Alfred Johnson, who is now located at Westwood. He reports times lively at that place and business getting back to a normal. Dan and Tom Gloster are moving to Alturas this week, where they will reside for the winter, at least. The boys have been residents of this valley for many years and we are sorry to lose them. Last Saturday Luman Foskett was doing a little teaming and one of the horses stepped onto his foot, and he pushed the horse over, which scared the team and it started to run, tearing down a couple of fruit trees and damaging the wagon and harness. Robert McCulley and wife and Mrs. Blanche Cannon returned last Monday from a visit to Goose Lake country and report having a good time. He informed us that there are millions of wild geese on Goose Lake now, and they make fine eating. Among the Surprise Valley, young people who are attending school at San Jose are Miss Mary Mullins, Miss Dorothy Rinehart, Miss Ruby Day, Miss Leonore Odbert, Misses Madge and Fern Cook and Lyle Cook and Gerald Day. The Record wishes the young people success in whatever line of work they are pursuing. One of the most peculiar appearing “auto bugs” ever seen here was one belonging to a Cedarville School teacher, who was here Saturday and Sunday. It was a Ford, covered with metal in such a way that it presented the appearance of a butterfly with outstretched wings. The many friends of Harry Wood, publisher of the Fall River Tidings, will regret to learn that he fell and broke his leg one day last week, while descending the stairs on his way to a basketball game. The same leg was badly injured a year or so ago, and it took him months to recover from it. It is sincerely to be hoped that he will speedily recover. Edgar L. Ghrist, of this place, and Miss Belle McElwain, of Joseph Creek were married at Alturas on the 19th inst. Mr. Ghrist is one of our exemplary young men and conducts the vulcanizing department at the Western Garage, and the bride is one of Modoc’s popular teachers. Their many friends wish the joy and prosperity as they travel over the rugged road of life. WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 1921 Born – In Cedarville, Cal., October 26, 1921, to the wife of Somer Beeson, a son Born – At Oroville, Cal., October 27, 1921, to Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Jones, a nine pound son – Clair Maurice Jones Born – In Oroville, Cal., November 2, 1921, to Mr. and Mrs. Leon R. Stanley, an eight pound daughter. Granddad, b’gosh! What d’ye know about that? Si Perkins returned last week from the Round up at Susanville. Skillful roping, cowboy stunts and daring horsemanship are his line of entertainment at the round-ups. I. F. Gill was over from the west side of the mountains during the past week, receiving medical treatment. He reports lively times in the vicinity of the newly discovered mine, at Williams ranch. Mr. and Mrs. George Warrens went over to the newly discovered mine at the Williams Reach yesterday, where Mr. Warrens has some claims. He says that if the ore body is permanent that it will be a bonanza for the county. There are large numbers of valley quail throughout the valley this year. However, most of them range around on the farms and the farmers have fed them during the winters, making them almost as tame as chickens, and the hunter who goes gunning for these birds will run up against something good and hard. W. U. Scott, of Eagleville, sold fourteen head of pure bred registered bulls to Pressly Dorris, of Alturas, and the animals were taken to their new home, where they will be turned in with the purchaser’s herds. Mr. Scott has a large number of purebred animals on his farm, and has improved his grades during the past few years so that he is now selling registered stock, and it is a pleasure to take a look through his herds. Last week we got a wedding notice awfully mixed up. We stated that the groom’s name was Hash. We must have been hungry, or possibly, we were pondering over the mixed and unknown problems incident to married life. And we omitted to mention the surname of the bride. However, we humbly apologize. The notice should have read as follows: Married – At Alturas, Cal., November 1, 1921, Jack R. Rice to Miss Stella Page. Both are popular young people of Eagleville and the Record extends hearty congratulations to the newly weds. ADJUDGED INSANE Last Wednesday a man named Vernie Delashmutt, usually called “Boob McNutts” was arrested and taken to Alturas by Sheriff Poore. His actions were somewhat eccentric, but all considered him harmless, until of late, he has been developing a hostile disposition and on Tuesday threatened to kill Mr. Robinson and went to the stores and tried to get cartridges for his gun, as a matter of protection, Mr. Robinson had him arrested. His case was postponed until last Monday, when he was committed to the insane asylum at Stockton, where he will receive treatment. ________________________________ Please reply to: Billie Reynolds r3346@dcsi.net ________________________________________________________________ The best thing to hit the Internet in years - Juno SpeedBand! Surf the Web up to FIVE TIMES FASTER! Only $14.95/ month - visit www.juno.com to sign up today!

SURPRISE VALLEY RECORD – CEDARVILLE, MODOC COUNTY, CAL. WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 19, 1921 We understand that Lauren Adams is quite ill and was taken to Alturas yesterday. Mrs. May Larsen arrived here last week on a visit to her parents, Mr. and Mrs. S. C. Hayes. Charles Page, wife and daughter, Lucile left last Monday for Marysville, where they expect to locate. O. S. Gooch was thrown out of a wagon last week and pretty badly bruised up, but is now able to be around. Eldred martin, son of F. M. Martin, of Ft. Bidwell, has been quite ill and was taken to San Francisco last week for treatment. Rev. Beach, wife and baby arrived here last Saturday. Mr. Beach is the newly appointed pastor of the M. E. Church at this place and will be with us for the ensuing year. We trust their stay here may be pleasant. CARD OF THANKS – We wish to express to our many friends, appreciation for many acts of kindness at the time of our bereavement in the loss of our son and brother, Kesner E. Miller. Mrs. Fred Hill and Family WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 25, 1921 WANT TO BE IN MODOC The Lassen mail says that Homer Jack, of Bieber, informed it that there was a strong sentiment in Bieber and Big Valley to have that valley secede from Lassen and annexed to Modoc. The reason for this is the long distance to Susanville, the county seat, and the extremely bad roads to be traveled over in getting there, especially in the winter time. It is 100 miles from Bieber to Susanville, with two ranges of mountains to cross. From Bieber to Alturas, it is 58 miles, and a State Highway to be traveled over. Of course, there will be opposition from Lassen County, and it is not easy to change boundary lines, and the laws are such that changes are sometimes obtained with difficulty. We can remember when it was a dream of N. Bieber, pioneer merchant of Bieber, that a new county be created, taking territory from Modoc, Lassen, Siskiyou and Shasta Counties but under the laws its establishment was impossible. However, if that part of Big Valley that lies in Lassen is annexed to Modoc County, the people of that valley will be largely benefited and we would be glad to see them come into one of the best counties in the State. A. L. Page leaves this week for Marysville where he will join his son, Charley and will spend the winter there. Born – At Big Pine, Inyo Co., Cal., September 8, 1921, to Mr. and Mrs. Leland Jacobsen, (nee Edna Drouillard), a daughter. We learn that Mrs. Neasham, who sometime ago suffered an attack of infantile paralysis, is improving slowly. If you want to known how the earth feels when there’s a comet shimmying around it, ask a Cedarville man who has tried to milk a cow in fly time. Mrs. E. C. Coffman was reported critically ill at Ludwig, Nevada, last week and was taken to Sacrament for medical treatment, by her daughter, Mrs. Roy Bolt. Mrs. Dora Drouillard arrived here last week from the north, where she had been on an extended trip, going as far as Vancouver, B. C. and will remain here a few days visiting. Ruth, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Dick Fulton, of Bidwell was brought here last Saturday and operated on for appendicitis at the Sanitarium by Drs. Kennedy and Coates and she is now getting along nicely. T. A. Wall made a visit this week to the Hayden Hill mines. He says the Juniper is cleaning up from seven to none hundred dollars per day of eight hours. Other properties, he says, are looking good and hopes for the old time prosperity of the company is promising. Last Wednesday evening, while Wib Spalding’s team was standing near the Mill, a little boy threw a rock and hit one of the horses and the team started to run, colliding with the corner of the Whittier residence, occupied by Pete Sansinena, breaking thru the wall and smashing the window, and one horse got part way into the room. No damage was done to the team. Stressley Evans and George Gillette, who attempted to bring Modoc within the pale of civilization a couple of months ago by holding up and robbing, Pete Silverson of $90, were tried in the Superior court before Judge Jamison last week and sentenced to indeterminate terms at San Quentin for not less than one year. While returning from Lakeview last Sunday night, the lights on the machine driven by Mrs. Wheeler went out, coming down the grade, and the party, consisting of Misses Nellie Strief, Viola O’Leary, Geraldine Ward, Lavelle Wheeler, and Mrs. Wheeler, and Amandus Wheeler, had a pleasant hike of several miles into town, which was real nice, as the atmosphere was somewhat frigid. While unloading his truck at Gerlach, one day last week, Frank Hansen pulled off his new fur-lined vest and laid it down and a few minutes afterwards when he went to get it, it was gone. A train was just pulling out and Frank had a hunch that it was carrying his property, so he wired to Winnemucca and when the train pulled in, an officer was on hand and found the missing property and arrested the man, who had it and brought him back to Gerlach, where he will find that the way of the transgressor is exceedingly hard. ________________________________ Please reply to: Billie Reynolds r3346@dcsi.net ________________________________________________________________ The best thing to hit the Internet in years - Juno SpeedBand! Surf the Web up to FIVE TIMES FASTER! Only $14.95/ month - visit www.juno.com to sign up today!

SURPRISE VALLEY RECORD – CEDARVILLE, MODOC COUNTY, CAL. WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 5, 1921 MRS. FANNIE HOWE DEAD News was received here last week of the death of Mrs. Fannie Howe, which occurred at the hospital at French Camp. Mrs. Howe was one of the pioneer residents of this place and has been a patient sufferer from cancer for the past twenty years. She was a good Christian woman and a member of the M. E. Church here and was highly esteemed by a large number of friends who regret to hear of her death. She leaves a number of children among whom are Mrs. B. P. Dollarhide and Mrs. May Nurse and Al Howe, of this place Mrs. Nannie Wood of Alturas, and others we do not know. DIED AT RENO The death of Mrs. D. C. Berry, well-known resident of Davis Creek, occurred at Reno last Friday. She and her husband had gone to Reno to have her eyes treated, and on their return home, Mrs. Berry was taken seriously sick at Wendal. They then returned to Reno and Mrs. Berry entered St. Mary’s hospital, where she later passed away. The remains were interred Sunday in the presence of a large concourse of friends. Mrs. Berry was highly esteemed by her many friends, and the Record along with them, tenders sincere sympathy to the bereaved ones. SURGICAL OPERATION Mrs. Frank McClintock, formerly of this valley, but now of Los Gatos, underwent a surgical operation at a San Jose hospital and we are informed that she is getting along as well as can be expected. Her daughter, Mrs. John Ennis, of this place, left last week to be at her bedside. Mrs. McClintock’s many friends here sincerely hope that she will be speedily restored to health. Dr. Gibson was over from Alturas last Friday on a professional visit to Mr. Fred Terry, who is reported critically ill at this writing. WHY? The charge of murder against Fatty Arbuckle, for the alleged murder of Virginia Rappe, was reduced to manslaughter last week by Judge Lazarus before whom the examination was held, and all, or nearly all, the papers are howling like a mad coyote because the charge was reduced. We don’t see where they have any fowl coming. The Record is not defending Arbuckle, but the glaring inconsistency of the press and people are so conspicuous, as to place them in a somewhat ridiculous light. It was only a few months ago that a young man, a thief, a burglar, an outlaw, murdered in cold blood, a marshal that attempted to arrest him for his crime. The sob sisters and the press howled themselves hoarse when he was convicted of murder. He “was a poor defenseless boy, and had not had fair treatment,” they said, “and should not be hung.” And owing to their efforts a bill was passed the Legislature that young men under eighteen years of age could murder men and be immune from capital punishment. Now the same element wants Arbuckle hanged. Why they wanted to free a cold blooded murderer, and then turn right around and want to hang a man who entertained a party in a hilarious manner, with death resulting as a possible accident, is a problem that is left to the future for solution. Born – At Dr. Coates, Sanitarium, Cedarville, Cal., Oct. 3, 1921, to the wife of Charles Ochles, a daughter. Cy Hanks arrived here from Susanville last week and opened a barber shop in the Polly Green Building. He is first class barber and will give satisfaction in all lines of the business. Floyd Stimer and wife and G. R. Stimers made a trip to Lookout last week, returning Saturday. Mrs. Stimer remained in Big Valley and will visit friends and relatives there for a week or so. Married – At Alturas, Cal., September 24th, 1921, Warren N. Slinkard and Miss Gertrude Barnett, both of Eagleville, Rev. A. Clark Selby, officiating. Mr. and Mrs. George M. Penland acted as witnesses. Margaret, the little seven-year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wm Mickle, of Lake City, was brought to Dr. Coates’ Sanitarium last Sunday evening and operated on for appendicitis. We understand the little one is getting along nicely. Late reports from those afflicted with the infantile paralysis are to the effect that little May Parman is holding her own, but weak; while Mrs. Neasham is reported some worse, and it is said that her case is extremely doubtful. No new cases have been reported. Messrs. McCulley & Rea last week took over from Charles Fee, 2700 head of lambs, which they will feed for the next thirty or forty days on the weigh in and weigh out plan. This is the first test of that kind in the valley, and bids fair to bring a good price for the feed used, better than selling it outright. We have it on good authority that the first time a fellow kisses a pretty girl, she looks at him in a way that makes him sorry he didn’t try it sooner. WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 12, 1921 IN MEMORIAM Hall of Bidwell Chapter, O.E.S., Oct 7, 1921 Whereas, Death has recently removed from our midst our friend and co-worker, sister, Antoinette Smith, therefore be it Resolved, That in mourning the loss borne by her family and relatives and by her associates in the Order, we express the sorrow which we deeply feel and that we call attention to her unusual record of fairness, of application, and of true service to her Order and the community in which she lived, and further That we extend to each member of her family our most sincere sympathy and our hope that with us, they may be helped by the recording of her Christian service to her friends and the community as was so well exemplified by her devotion and aid to the advancement of our Order, further Be it Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be presented to her family, printed in S. V. Record and copied in the minutes of the Order. Respectfully submitted. Com. – Cecile M. Baker Carrie Kober E. C. McConnaughy Tuttle, the youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Herrin is reported very ill. Miss Nora Brush, a sister of Mrs. W. R, Conner, arrived here yesterday from Chico. FATAL ACCIDENT An accident occurred at Sagehen, Oregon, last Monday afternoon at 3 o’clock, whereby Earl Kesner Miller, 19-year old son of Mrs. Fred Hill, of this place, was killed. He was working for the M. C. Co., and was riding after cattle when his horse stepped in a badger hole and fell with him and he received injuries from which he died an hour later. Sam Baty brought the remains of the unfortunate young man to Mr. Kerr’s Undertaking rooms here, Tuesday morning, and the interment will take place at Lake City. The exact time for the funeral has not been announced, but are waiting the arrival of his brother and uncle. He leaves his mother, three brothers and two sisters and other relatives, to whom we extend deepest sympathy in the hour of their unspeakable sorrow in the sudden and tragic death of their loved one. A card from Rev. and Mrs. J. D. Voce states that they are now stationed at Antioch, Contra Costa Co. Lew McCulley, E. R. Boston and Lee Leonard each killed a deer the past week, we are informed. Dr. Kennedy reports Mrs. Neasham and May Parman, the paralysis patients, are somewhat improved. Mr. Terry is also better. Henry Kober and wife, of Bidwell left for San Francisco last week, where Mrs. Kober will enter a hospital and receive medical treatment. Mrs. Rose Mateer and daughter, Marie left last Monday for Oakland, via Gerlach. They have been here for sometime visiting their folks. Harry Stephens left last week for San Francisco for medical treatment. Harry has been in poor health for sometime and we trust he may soon recover. James Prewitt met with an accident while playing leapfrog at school one day last week, breaking his arm at the wrist. Dr. Kennedy attended the injury and he is getting along nicely. Mrs. John Ennis returned last week from San Jose, where she was called on account of the illness of her mother, Mrs. Frank McClintock, of Los Gatos. She reports her mother getting along nicely. ________________________________ Please reply to: Billie Reynolds r3346@dcsi.net ________________________________________________________________ The best thing to hit the Internet in years - Juno SpeedBand! Surf the Web up to FIVE TIMES FASTER! Only $14.95/ month - visit www.juno.com to sign up today!

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SURPRISE VALLEY RECORD – CEDARVILLE, MODOC COUNTY, CAL. WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 1921 AUTO ACCIDENT The first of the week, Sam Streig was taking a joy ride, and while near Eagleville, his ford became unruly, turning over a few times, making “punkin” pie of the windshield and top but still being able to bring Sam to Lake City. Sam lost about three acres of cuticle off his calm countenance, but otherwise he seemed to be still in the ring when he arrived in the first city built in Surprise Valley; his home. Born – At Lake City, Cal., August 29, 1921, to Mr. and Mrs. Johnnie Largent, an eight-pound boy. Miss Mildred Street and Miss Annie Stephens left last week for Oakland, where they will attend Business College this winter. Wm Rinehart returned from below last Sunday, where he went to take his son, Edward, who will attend school at San Rafael this winter. About two weeks ago, fire consumed the barn, ninety tons of hay, four saddles and three wagons belonging to Zetus Spalding, at his ranch in Guano Valley, Nevada. The fire occurred at noon and the origin is unknown. Married – At the Congregational Parsonage in Alturas, Cal., by Rev. Clarke Selby, September 8, 1921, Miss Gertrude M. Nolan to Louis E. Grove, both of Eagleville. The Record extends best wishes tot he young couple for a long and happy life. A report reached here yesterday, that a man camped at the stockyards, a short distance of Alturas, was found last Saturday evening with his head badly smashed, as the lone by some blunt instrument, and he died last Monday night without regaining consciousness. “Grandpa” Mickle sent us by F. E. Bush last Monday, a large squash, and sent us word that it was a “Harding” squash. We don’t want to disagree with “Grandpa”, but we will say this, if President Harding achieves the success in the administration of his office that Grandpa Mickle has in raising squashes and other fine vegetables, his administration will go down in history as being one of the best that the United States ever had. In fact, the squash is of the sweet variety and just two feet in length. Many thanks. ACCIDENTALLY SHOT Yesterday morning Albert Ward went in to the field near Bidwell to shoot one of his steers that had gotten its leg broke. He shot at the animal with a rifle but missed it, the bullet hitting a post and causing it to go in a different direction and penetrated the body of an Indian at the Bidwell Indian Camp. Mr. Ward knew nothing of the effect of the shot until the Indians came down and told him about it, and on an examination, being made on the post, which had deflected the course of the bullet, was found. He at once wired for Dr. Kennedy, who went up and found the Indian in a very serious condition, and he was brought to Dr. Coates’ Sanitarium here, where everything possible is being done for him. WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 1921 RESIDENCE BURNED The residence of Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Caldwell, east of town was burned down this morning with most of its contents. About 1:30 o’clock, Mr. Caldwell ws awakened by the explosion of some cartridges and found the building in flames. He rushed into an adjoining room and got his two children and returned to their bedroom, and by closing the door managed to save what was in the bedroom. Everything else was consumed. How the fire started is a mystery. Mr. and Mrs. Caldwell’s many friends regret to hear of their misfortune. Frank Hansen cut a bad gash on his hand a few days ago while splitting wood, and he now carrying his arm in a sling. While cranking an auto one day last week the engine “kicked” back, breaking the arm of Ethelbert Harris, son of Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Harris. Roy Gardner, the California bandit, who escaped from McNiel Island federal prison about two weeks ago, is still at large and the officials are at sea as to his whereabouts. Young Royce and Allenwood, the two young men who broke jail last week were brought before the Superior Court this week and plead guilty to grand larceny. Judge Jamison set aside the former order of the court sentencing them to the Reform school and sentenced them to from on to ten years in States prison. Deputy Sheriff P. T. Bayley and Johnny Householder took the boys to San Quentin. WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 1921 CASE DISMISSED One day last week, Jack Donohoe borrowed a horse and buggy from A. R. Johnstone to go after his clothes with. He kept on going, and last Sunday, Deputy Sheriff Harrington took up the trail of the fugitive and overtook him in Warner Valley, north of Plush, and brought him back and lodged him in the Cedarville balstile. At Plush, he had sold the buggy and harness. FORGED A CHECK “Skeeter” Hayden, a gentleman of color and an impulsive nature forged a check on Glenn Hill for $85, collected the money and lit out for parts unknown, but was overhauled at Susanville and brought back here last Monday, and a preliminary hearing held before Judge Hayes who bound the festive but misguided over to the Superior Court. “Skeeter” was a high priced man, and demanded $5, for his services, but it’s dollars to doughnuts that his wages will be less than that for the next several years. INFANTILE PARALYSIS HERE Dr. Kennedy informed us that there are two definite cases of infantile paralysis in the valley, the afflicted ones being Mrs. Jake Neasham and May, the little eight-year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Parman, the latter case being somewhat critical. Dr. Kennedy called Dr. Coppedge of Alturas in consultation yesterday and the latter confirmed Dr. Kennedy’s diagnosis. Mrs. Neasham is paralyzed from the waist down and the little girl’s right shoulder and chest muscles are paralyzed. We sincerely hope to hear of their recovery and that there may be no more cases. Mrs. Miller, an aged resident of Lake City, passed away at that place Thursday. Born – At Alturas, Cal., September 23rd, 1921, to Mr. and Mrs. Everett Wilson, a son. While splitting wood last Sunday afternoon Forest Adams came near cutting his hand off at the left wrist. The axe passed through the bone in the arm, making a frightful wound. Mrs. May Holden and Mrs. Irene Poole, nieces of the late Captain John Jones and formerly of this place, looking into matters pertaining to the estate of their uncle. Married – At the Congregational parsonage in Alturas, Cal., September 16, 1921, Delbert A. Smith, of Medford, and May West of Canby. The bride is the daughter of Mrs. Ada Gans, formerly of this place. Married – At Alturas, Cal., September 23, 1921, Walter A. Stansbury to Miss Althea M. Page, Rev. Selby officiating. The Record, along with their many friends wish, he newly wedded couple a long, happy and prosperous life. Married – At Alturas, Cal., September 18, 1921, Clinton C. Jones and Vera May Wimer, both of Lake City, Cal. Both are well and favorably known in this valley and their many friends extends hearty congratulations and wish them a pleasant voyage over life’s sea. ________________________________ Please reply to: Billie Reynolds r3346@dcsi.net ________________________________________________________________ The best thing to hit the Internet in years - Juno SpeedBand! Surf the Web up to FIVE TIMES FASTER! Only $14.95/ month - visit www.juno.com to sign up today!

SURPRISE VALLEY RECORD – CEDARVILLE, MODOC COUNTY, CAL. WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 1921 E. J. Bruce, who formerly lived here, but for the past five or six, has been living in Kansas, arrived here last week on a short visit. He says that he is still traveling in single harness. Auble Keeney came up from Adin last week on a visit to his mother, Mrs. Maud Keeney. Mrs. B. P. Dollarhide returned last week from French Camp, near Stockton, where she took her mother, Mrs. Howe, and placed her in a hospital at that place for medical care and treatment. Mrs. Howe has long been a sufferer from cancer on the face, and there no hopes for her recovery, but everything is being done to make her comfortable as possible as life’s day declines. A bright light at the north end of town last week indicated that a fire was in progress, but on investigation it was found that the luminous rays was only the reflection of the smile on Billy Fenwick’s face, caused by the news that he was now a grand-dad to a bouncing baby boy being born to Mr. and Mrs. Richard Dachner, of Marysville, July 18th. Burton Spalding, son of Mr. and Mrs. Wib Spalding of this place, arrived here last Friday from Marysville on a short visit to his parents, and returned Monday. H. W. Stephens arrived here Saturday from the St. Helena Sanitarium, where he has been taking treatment, and says that his health is somewhat improved. Mr. E. E. Woodson, of Los Angeles, who accompanied by his wife, is visiting Ben L. Johnson, presented the Record family with a generous supply of venison last Friday, and the tender juicy steaks were heartily appreciated. Mr. Woodson was here last fall and bagged a big buck and came back this year to duplicate the act, which he did in short order, bringing down a whopping big six pointer buck. Married – At Hilo, Hawaii, August 14, 1921, Miss Ethel Burgun, formerly of this County, to Frank I. Martin of Los Angeles. Both are teachers on the Island. Born – At Lake City, Cal., August 26, 1921, to Mr. and Mrs. Samuel B. Strief, a seven-pound boy. Mother and Babe are getting along nicely; but Sam is reported to be a total wreck. Mrs. Mema, a dusky lady of the Golden West, and chief factotum in the laundry work around town, went up to Bidwell last week to attend the fair and while there met a noble red man of the forest that had been married to and separated sometime ago, and they were remarried. Died – At Alturas, Cal., September 5, 1921, Lemuel, little son of Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Ballard, aged about five years. WEDDING BELLS MARRIED – At Alturas, Cal., September 3, 1921, Miss Pearl Thomas to Elmer Slippy. MARRIED – At Alturas, Cal., September 3, 1921, Miss Bess Spalding to Leslie Hayes, both of this place. MARRIED – At Alturas, Cal., September 3, 1921, Miss Irene Harris to Ernest E. Grove. (The paper reports the marriage took place September 31, 1921) All of the above newly weds are popular young people of Modoc County, and the record, along with a host of warm friends, wish them all a long life of unalloyed happiness and unbounded prosperity. The Adin Argus states that Park Johnson cut the back of his left hand badly last week while splitting wood. Well, we ain’t got a bit of sympathy for a man that will rush in and take a woman’s job away from her. While a woman can’t hit the side of a barn fifteen feet away with a rock, she is an artist with an axe, and you never see one limping around on crutches with a foot half hacked off, or going around with her arm in a sling and nursing a hamburger steak on the end of it, which shows that spitting wood is essentially her job. Too bad, park, but it serves you right. ________________________________ Please reply to: Billie Reynolds r3346@dcsi.net ________________________________________________________________ The best thing to hit the Internet in years - Juno SpeedBand! Surf the Web up to FIVE TIMES FASTER! Only $14.95/ month - visit www.juno.com to sign up today!

SURPRISE VALLEY RECORD – CEDARVILLE, MODOC COUNTY, CAL. WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 17, 1921 FINE CAMPING PLACE Mrs. Anna Cressler has donated the use of the Park here for campers during the Fair, and a day will be set, about the 1st of September, for cleaning it up and putting it in shape, and water will be furnished from Walter Johnstone’s water system. This is one of the prettiest places in the county, and to those desiring to camp out, it will be a rare treat and they cannot help but enjoy the outing. SHOOTING AFFRAY Last Thursday a man named George Van Allen and one of Gary Williams’ sheepherders named Gus Adams had some trouble, and Van Allen started for the Williams ranch, but returning to camp, he opened fire on the herder from the brush, one shot grazing the arm of Adams and another bullet passing thru the sleeve of the shirt on the left arm. Adams, who was unarmed, naturally wanted to get away from there and he “ lit out”, overtaking and passing the last bullet fired by Van Allen and beating it into Eagleville by a wide margin. The shooting occurred on the mountain between Eagleville and Likely. Van Allen was arrested and is now awaiting trial in the county jail. He has been in trouble before and was only recently released from the Alturas jail. Married – At Alturas, Cal., August 9, 1921, John Hayes of this place to Sadie M. Brown of Gardnerville, Missouri. Miss Minnie Tibbitts, of South Dakota, a cousin of Mrs. J. F. Allenwood, arrived here last week on a visit to Mr. and Mrs. Allenwood. Paul Terry, son of the late Mr. Chas Terry, and H. S. Osgoode, of the Colusa Savings Bank, arrived here last week and are visiting Mrs. Chas Terry. Miss Dorothy Guill, popular among the young people here, left last Thursday on a visit to her fathers. Her many friends will greatly miss her. John Ballard and Chas Toreson last week purchased half interest in the Modoc Garage from G. L. Renshaw, at Alturas, and Will Ballard took over the vulcanizing department. Judge Henderson was over from Alturas last Monday. He informed us that Van Allen’s examination took place before him and he was bound over to the Superior Court for trial. Mrs. J. H. Bonner and daughter, Miss Marjorie left last week for their home in Berkeley, after a brief visit to the old home place. Miss Marjorie will teach in the High School at Berkeley this winter. WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 24, 1921 Miss Doris Robinson returned yesterday from Reno, where she had her tonsils removed. While away, she attended the Epworth League Institute at Tahoe and reports a delightful time. BURIAL OF HERO AT PRESIDIO The remains of Sergeant Henry F. Marsh killed in France, July 23rd, 1918, was interred August 19th, 1921 in the Presidio national Cemetery. Marsh was a son of the late Henry F. Marsh, of the firm of Marsh & Kidd Co. of San Francisco. He enlisted in the Machine Gun C., 362nd Infantry at the outbreak of the War. Besides his mother, Mrs. Nellie F. Norton, of Vya, Nevada, he leaves a brother, Delano E. Marsh attached to the Army School at Fort Sill, Oklahoma. Born – Near Cedarville, Cal., July 28, 1921, to the wife of A. C. Larimore, a girl. Born – Near Cedarville, Cal., August 13, 1921, to the wife of Dalton Goodwin, a boy Mr. and Mrs. Nalley Willey returned last week from a trip east of here, and on Monday, Mr. Willey returned to the sheep range to bring in a sheepherder, who was said to have been badly bitten by a coyote. It is presumed that the coyote had the rabies. Leon B. Lewis has purchased the residence property of Miss Lizzie Gloster and will shortly move into it. It is a splendid residence, near the grammar school, and Mr. and Mrs. Lewis have shown that by purchasing property here, they intend to remain here permanently. George M. Warrens and family returned last week from a visit to Klamath Falls, Oregon, where they went for the purpose of having their little girls’ tonsils and adenoids removed. The work was done at the Warren Hunt Hospital by Dr. Goss, the throat Specialist. While there they visited Crater Lake and say, that one has to see it to realize the beauty of the scenery. WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 31, 1921 ANSWERED LAST ROLL Captain Jones, and old-time resident of this place, died at the Veteran’s Home at Yountville, august 14th. He had been in ill health for the past several years and a few weeks ago left here for the Home, and only lived a short time after arriving there. He was a veteran of Civil War and came out of it with the title of Captain. His many friends here regret to heat of his death. He was aged 86 years. FRED NILES DEAD Mr. Fred A. Niles, formerly of Lake City, Cal., died at Eureka on July 30th, at the home of his father. He was confined to his bed over four weeks before the end came and suffered intensely. His funeral was held at that place and was largely attended, over four hundred being present. The grave was decked with a mass of lovely flowers, tributes of love and respect from his may friends. Mr. Niles has many friends in this valley who will regret to hear of his death. DEATH OF OLD RESIDENT John C. Largent, an old resident of Lake City, passed away on the August 10th. Mr. Largent has been an invalid for several years and his death at the age of 81 years is deeply regretted by a large number of old-time friends, by whom he was highly respected. He was born in Indiana, June 30, 1840, and crossed the plains in the early days, locating in Plumas County. In 1883, he was married to Miss Annie Clark and moved to Modoc County, where he has made his home since, most of the time at Lake City. He leaves to mourn his death, a sorrowing wife and two sons, Nelson and John, to whom is extended the deepest sympathy of their many friends in their hour of sorrow. Born – Near Eagleville, Cal., August 22, 1921, to the wife of John (barely readable) Arrachi, a son Born – At Eagleville, Cal., August – 1921 to Mr. and Mrs. Davie Grove, Jr., a son. (The day was missing) Miss Lesley Terry returned from Mendocino County recently. She will teach the ’49 school the ensuing term. Married – At Hollywood, Cal., august 15, 1921, Herbert H. Stephens to Miss Theodora White. Congratulations, old man. Jesse Christensen and wife were in the valley last week from Reno, where they now reside. They were visiting Mrs. Mary Hansen and Mr. Finmand, relatives of theirs. Ben B Street, one of our former residents and ex-Sheriff of Modoc, but now of Stockton, accompanied Mr. Bramley arrived here yesterday on a short visit to relatives and the home place. L. N. Pabst, F. L. Roberts and Marion Rinehart expect to leave here next week for the State Fair at Sacramento, and will bring back some blooded stock. That is what is needed – pureblooded strain. Born – At Lake City, Cal., August 26, 1921, to the wife of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel B. Strief, a seven-pound boy. Mother and babe are getting along nicely; but Sam is reported to be total wreck. Ben L. Johnson, our efficient Forest Range, was made happy last week by the arrival here of his sister and her husband, Mr. and Mrs. Woodson, of Los Angeles, who will visit him for a time. They visited here last summer and were highly pleased with this part of the Country. We are glad to see them again. ________________________________ Please reply to: Billie Reynolds r3346@dcsi.net Kicked off Roots Web Again!!! ________________________________________________________________ The best thing to hit the Internet in years - Juno SpeedBand! Surf the Web up to FIVE TIMES FASTER! 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SURPRISE VALLEY RECORD – CEDARVILLE, MODOC COUNTY, CAL. WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 3, 1921 Last week the leg of John Harris, who was injured in a runaway accident at Eagleville, was amputated between the knee and thigh and for a time the case looked very grave, but we are glad to state that he is now improving and unless some complications arise, Mr. Harris will recover. Alfred Johnson was thrown from the pull-up cart of hay derrick last Saturday, and for a time it was thought he was badly hurt, but he was recovered sufficiently to work Monday morning, although he felt pretty sore from his tumble. Frank Allenwood and wife of San Francisco have been visiting relatives in the valley for the past two weeks. Frank is the son of Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Allenwood, of Fort Bidwell and is one of the Surprise Valley boys that has made good. A cottage occupied by E. A. Hollowell, at Alturas, was destroyed by fire one day last week. BANK ROBBED Last week two men walked into the Bank at Fall River Mills and robbed it of $1083 and put two young ladies, who were working in the bank, in the vault and then skipped out. The robbers were traced as far as McCloud, but have not yet been caught. There was quite a large amount of money in the safe, but the lady cashier told the robber that the time lock was on and she couldn’t open it. On Monday of last week V. L. Snelling, one of the old and highly respected residents of Lakeview, death resulting from heart failure brought on from the effects of the flu. He has always taken an active part in the development of Lakeview and Lake County, and his friends are legion and he will be sadly missed. Harry W. Stephens left last Monday for the St. Helena Sanitarium to recuperate. Miss Vivian Vernon, of New Pine Creek was here last week for several days, the guest of Miss Doris Robinson. Louis L. Simms and wife and baby was over on a visit to his parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Simms. Louis is brakeman on the N.C.O. from Alturas to Lakeview. The birth of a son recently to Mr. and Mrs. B. E. Warren (nee Bertha Hansen) of Oil Dale, Kern County, Cal. has been announced. Lewis Fisher has purchased the Leonard Mineral Baths and ranch, about nine miles northeast of town, and took charge last Monday. We do not know what Mr. and Ms Leonard’s plans for the future are. Lee Stewart and Miss Ruth Jurrell surprised their friends yesterday by going to Alturas and getting married. The record extends congratulations and wishes the young couple all the happiness possible. WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 10, 1912 W. G. Rea and family expect to leave today for Santa Cruz, making the trip by auto. They expect to be gone a couple of weeks. OLD TIMER PASSES AWAY Dennis O’Brien, one of the old residents of Modoc died at his home in Alturas, somewhat suddenly last Wednesday, at the advanced age of 90 years, 2 months and 16 days. He was well known throughout Modoc County having resided at Alturas for the greater part of the time since 1884. For several years he conducted the Hotel Surprise here, and has always been more or less in public business, which he carried on with success. His wife preceded him to the grave many years ago, and he leaves to mourn his loss three sons and two daughters, W. S., Jerry and Joseph O’Brien and Mrs. Mary Wickliffe, and Miss Julia O’Brien, to whom the record extends sympathy in their hour of sorrow. A COZY HOME While wandering around last Sunday looking for a cool place and shady spot to rest, the record family drifted into the home of Mr. and Mrs. A. L. Baty, about three quarters of a mile south of town. Coincident with our arrival the announcement of dinner was made. Now some might say that was luck and good luck. We are not saying that there was not some luck attached to it, but we also want to say that it took some mighty good headwork to make our arrival and the dinner announcement simultaneous. Anyway, we say sown to a table heavily laden with good things to eat, all products of the farm, and cooked and prepared and served in a manner unexcelled. Fresh corn, new potatoes, string beans, onions and radishes – all fresh from the garden – salad, fried chicken, cream gravy, strawberries, cake and ice cream formed a feast fit for the gods, and served as a testimonial of our host’s proficiency as a farmer and the efficiency of our hostess in the culinary art. The Baty ranch consists of ninety acres of choice land, on which is grain, alfalfa and meadow. He is milking sixteen cows, Holsteins and Ayrshires, which produce a big cream check each month. He is one the Surprise Valley’s raised boys, who is making good on the farm. Only a few years ago he and his estimable wife were working for wages, and by thrift and economy they have now one of the best improved and prettiest little farms in the valley, and now, in the mid day of life, they are enabled to enjoy the fruits of their labor in comfort and contentment in their cozy home of which they may well feel proud. (Note: Albert married Rose Walls, sister of Candace, my grandmother. Bill Reynolds) Mrs. Josie Shedd is moving her family to Cedarville this week, so that her children can attend school here this winter. Harry Hill and wife leave this week for a couple weeks’ outing and will visit various portions of the State. Jay Dollarhide and family returned last week from Honey Lake Valley, where they have been working for the past few months. Leslie Addington and family were over from Goose Lake last week on a short visit. W. A. McCombs arrived here last week. For several years, he has been seeking the goddess of fortune, but the lure of the north has brought him back and he may conclude to remain here. A. P. Dollarhide and family arrived here last week from Chico, where they have resided for the past three years, on a visit to his brother, B. P. Dollarhide and Mrs. Dollarhide’s mother, Mrs. Emma Addington. Last week, Mrs. W. A. Johnstone took her little daughter, Mary to Reno to consult an oculist and while there the little one was stricken with appendicitis, and Walter was summoned by wire and hastened out, but she recovered and all returned last Sunday. THE CULPRITS? Several men have been suspected of the Fall River Bank robbery, and some have been detained pending investigation. The Record’s Sherlock Holmes has analyzed the case thoroughly and made all the necessary mathematical deductions and says that it is all a simple matter and the act lies between two newspapermen at Fall City, namely Harry Wood and Phillip Cumiskey. He bases his decision on the fact that Harry recently bought the Fall River Tidings to make money, and that Cumiskey sold the Tidings to make money, and says that the only problem now to be solved is, which beat the other to it. Personally, the Records is expressing no opinion, but we will state that if Harry don’t send us the Tidings that we will put him in the county hospital for six months the next time we meet him. ________________________________ Please reply to: Billie Reynolds r3346@dcsi.net Kicked off Roots Web Again!!! ________________________________________________________________ The best thing to hit the Internet in years - Juno SpeedBand! Surf the Web up to FIVE TIMES FASTER! Only $14.95/ month - visit www.juno.com to sign up today!

Lakeview is in Lake County, Oregon. Sometimes the old fingers move it to Lake County, California, but this would be a very bad typo. ________________________________ Please reply to: Billie Reynolds r3346@dcsi.net Kicked off Roots Web Again!!! ________________________________________________________________ The best thing to hit the Internet in years - Juno SpeedBand! Surf the Web up to FIVE TIMES FASTER! Only $14.95/ month - visit www.juno.com to sign up today!

SURPRISE VALLEY RECORD – CEDARVILLE, MODOC COUNTY, CAL. WEDNESDAY, JULY 20, 1921 CASE SETTLED With the payment to her, of her salary the Overton School muddle has been settled with the teacher, Miss Jessie Reynolds, exonerated and her position sustained by the Court. It seems that the Trustees for some reason took a notion that they did not wasn’t Miss Reynolds to teach, so they locked the schoolhouse door on her, but she persisted in appearing at the school each morning for work and later on she was allowed to go into the schoolhouse, but some of the children was withdrawn from the school and the absurd spectacle of two schools being taught in a small district was presented, one at the schoolhouse and one in a private residence. The Clerk of the Board refused to draw a warrant for Miss Reynolds' salary and she resorted to the court, which upheld her position and ordered the warrant drawn. As a result of the controversy, the school district has lapsed and there has been no appropriation of funds to maintain it during the coming term. This will work a hardship on some of the families, as they will have to send their children elsewhere to school this winter. It is to be regretted that the trustees pursued the course they did, as the children did not receive the benefits they should have done, and the district lapsed, for which result the teacher was in no way to blame. Harold “Bud” Coffee, who was pilot of the airplane here at the fair last Fall was killed at Modesto last Wednesday. Something went wrong with the machinery and the plane crashed to the earth burning him and three passengers to death. We understand that Harry W. Stephens has severed his connections with the Surprise Valley Bank. E. M. Wilson, of Medford, Oregon, accompanied by his wife and his sister, Mrs. Nettie B. Harris, made us a short visit last Friday. Mr. Wilson is an expert accountant and is now experting the books of the county officials at Alturas. Louie Valardi arrived here from Stockton last week. He says it is some hot down in that part of the country. Chas Page sold out his stage line contract from here to Eagleville to Warren Slinkard, who is now running it. Mr. E. P. Strief and sister, Mrs. G. Sweeney, returned home last week from Illinois, where Mr. Strief went to bring back his sister, Mrs. Annie Hoarth and son Grover. They intend making their home here with Mr. Strief. Mr. S says we have warm weather here, but nothing compared to that of the East. While there, they visited their old home at Watson. Mrs. Sweeney says that there were many changes to be noticed there since she left, over forty years ago. Sacramento, July 12 – The associated Press – “Frightful conditions” exist among the Indians of Siskiyou, Modoc, Shasta and Lassen counties, California to the “disgrace of our American civilization,” it was declared in a report submitted today to the State Board of Health by Dr. Allen F. Gillihan, district health officer of the board, who recently concluded a two months’ investigation of conditions along the Indians of the north eastern part of the State. About six o’clock this morning the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Horace Hobbs, about four miles above town, was destroyed by fire, together with all its contents. It seems as though the family had arisen and were absent from the house performing various duties when the building was seen to be in flames. One of the strange things about it was that no fire had been built in the house, and its origin is a mystery. The entire community deeply regrets to hear of brother Hobb’s misfortune. ________________________________ Please reply to: Billie Reynolds r3346@dcsi.net Kicked off Roots Web Again!!! ________________________________________________________________ The best thing to hit the Internet in years - Juno SpeedBand! Surf the Web up to FIVE TIMES FASTER! Only $14.95/ month - visit www.juno.com to sign up today!

SURPRISE VALLEY RECORD – CEDARVILLE, MODOC COUNTY, CAL. WEDNESDAY, JULY 6, 1921 MODOC’S FIRST HOLD-UP John Williams of Madeline, was held up and robbed of fifty dollars about one o’clock last Sunday morning at Alturas. He was on his way from the children’s playground to the hotel when two men stepped out, one of whom, caught him by the throat and admonished him to be quiet, while the other went through his pockets and took the fifty dollars. This, we believe, is the first hold-up in Modoc County, and was doubtless done by thugs from the lower country. Hereto fore Modoc has been particularly free from those vermin, but this summer some of them have come in and there are some hard looking “mugs” in the bunch. Leon R. Stanley, former editor of the Westwood Sugar Pine, has resigned his position here and left for Oroville, Wednesday. Mr. Stanley was a very active member of our staff and we regret very much to see him go, but wish him much luck in his new location. FOURTH AT VYA A very enjoyable gathering was held in Long Valley on the Fourth and a bounteous repast was enjoyed by all. Through the kindness of Mr. Wm Rinehart, who contributed the ice, every one feasted on ice cream. Mrs. Joe Stewart and little son were the guests of honor. Fireworks and speeches were the main features of the Day. An Indian girl died at the camp yesterday morning. A goiter caused her death. Mrs. Mina Auble, of Adin, is here this week visiting her daughter, Mrs. Maude Keeney. Lytal Simms and wife of Lakeview were over a few days ago, on a visit to his uncle, J. F. Simms. Mr. and Mrs. Hardwick arrived here from Sacramento last week and will remain during the summer months. W. A. McCombs arrived here from Alturas yesterday and was shaking hands with his many old-time friends. Last Saturday morning a slight frost nipped some of the tender vegetables a little; something unusual this time of the year. Miss Elma Johnson arrived here from Westwood last Sunday, on a short visit to her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Johnson. Fulton Heard, Miss Ida Heard, Elder W. A. Heard, and children and Miss Wanda and Darrell left for Medford, Monday morning, and expect to be absent for sometime. Jos. Harris recently erected a neat residence on his ranch north of Cedarville and is now putting a coat of paint on it. Billy Fox of Fort Bidwell is doing the work, assisted by Percy Harris. Married – at Modesto, Cal., June 23, 1921, Miss Maud Cambridge to Foster Ivy. Maud’s many friends, here extend hearty congratulations and wish them unbounded happiness and prosperity. Mrs. E. H. Day, formerly a resident of this place, but now of Gazelle, arrived here last Saturday on a short visit and her many friends were truly glad to meet her again. Mrs. Day expects to reside in San Jose this winter where her daughter, Miss Ruby will attend the College of the Pacific. She was accompanied on her trip to Modoc by her son, Gerald and Leland Williams. Leon R. Stanley arrived at Alturas last Friday with the Westwood Fireman’s Band and came on over here to visit the Record family and the old home place for a few hours. For the past several years, he has been editing the Westwood Sugar Pine and manager of Publicity department of the Red River Lumber Company, but he has now severed his connection with that company and will engage in the grocery business with his brother-in-law, Clyde Jones at Oroville, and they expect to open their new store the latter part of the week. W. H. Simms, brother of J. F. Simms of this place, accompanied by his wife arrived here some days ago and have been visiting Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Simms. The brothers have not seen each other since 1873. Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Simms’ home is in Missouri and are visiting relatives in the west. We desire to hereby extend our sincere thanks to the people of Cedarville, and also to the people of Parker Creek, for their kindness and assistance during the illness and death of our wife and mother. A. L. Page and Family Mr. and Mrs. Frank Hansen and children arrived here from Watsonville last week, making the trip by auto, and are now occupying the McCloud residence. Frank says it has been very warm there this year. WEDNESDAY, JULY 13, 1921 NO EVIDENCE Considerable comment has been on the article by the Record’s correspondent, stating that the matter of the killing of an Indian by a white man named Rhodes, at Alturas sometime ago, would be placed before the Grand Jury for investigation, and while at Alturas last week, we inquired into the matter some, and from all that we could learn, it seems that the jury did right in dismissing the case. First, the Coroner’s inquest exonerated Rhodes from blame. Later he was re-arrested and examined before a jury and the case was dismissed. District attorney Laird did everything possible to obtain evidence, but was unable to, as the Indians told conflicting stories – and Indian evidence at the best has never had much weight in court affairs. We are satisfied that the officials did everything possible in the case, and to bring it before the Grand Jury would be only an added expense to the county without any results being obtained. Mrs. Fred Roberts, of Lookout is here visiting her daughter, Mrs. Floyd Stimers. Born – At San Jose, Cal., July 3,1921, to Mr. and Mrs. John Murray, (nee Hazel Monchamp), a boy. Born – At Modesto, Cal., July 6, 1921, to Prof. and Mrs. A. Rose, a 7 Œ pound daughter, Gloria Ellen Rose. Miss Emmeline Stimers and Mrs. Brophy and three children came up from Oakland a few days ago and will spend a few weeks visiting their parents, Mr. and Mrs. G. R. Stimers. Will S. O’Brien, formerly of Modoc, but now editor of the Marysville Democrat, accompanied by his wife and Mrs. Westcott was here last Monday morning and made us a brief but pleasant call. Time has dealt leniently with Will and he is looking fine and doing well. Harry E. Wood has purchased the Fall River Tidings and will take charge of the paper at once. The Record wishes Harry success in his new venture, and his is sure to be a winner for it is not far distant when Fall River Mill will be one of the bustling cities of the north. Back in Arkansas a few days ago, a bunch of cows being driven home acted in a very frivolous and un-cowly manner and during the night several of them died. The bodies were opened up to see what was the matter with them, when it was discovered that they had eaten a lot of whiskey mash which had been treated with a liberal amount of concentrated lye to make the liquor age faster, and that was what caused the death of the animals. The hootch, home brew or jackass brandy drinker takes a long shot at an untimely end when he indulges in the beverage, but its no use for he hasn’t any more sense than a cow. Mrs. George T. Cline, of Bidwell fell one day last week and hurt her shoulder badly. She was brought to Cedarville and had an X-ray examination, which showed that no bones, were broken or dislocated. She is suffering severely with bruises and a possible rupture of some of the musclinar attachments, ________________________________ Please reply to: Billie Reynolds r3346@dcsi.net Kicked off Roots Web Again!!! ________________________________________________________________ The best thing to hit the Internet in years - Juno SpeedBand! Surf the Web up to FIVE TIMES FASTER! Only $14.95/ month - visit www.juno.com to sign up today!

SURPRISE VALLEY RECORD – CEDARVILLE, MODOC COUNTY, CAL. WEDNESDAY, JUNE 22, 1921 ATTACKED BY MAD DOG Henry Hawkins, of this place had rather an exciting experience for a short time last Wednesday morning. Just as he was going in to the mill, a strange dog sprang towards him with the evident purpose of biting him. He happened to have a couple of buckets in his hand and as the dog jumped for him, he hit it with the buckets, but the dog was persistent in his attack. He kept the dog away from him by repeatedly hitting it with the buckets, until he got the door unlocked and got inside, when he got a gun and killed the dog. The brain was sent to Dr. Coppedge to have it examined for rabies but up to this writing, no returns have been received. The dog had wounds and blood all over its body, showing that it had been fighting. Later it was discovered that the dog belonged to Grover Jackson, and that it had had a fight with al Howe’s dog last winter, that was proven to have the rabies. It was a narrow escape for Mr. Hawkins, and it makes the “blood chill” to think what might have happened if the dog had run amuck some of the small children, who play on the sidewalks. The people should awaken to the fact that the rabies is in the country, and that every dog should be closely watched, and it would be safer if all the dogs were muzzled. John Hawkins and Miss Marie Stevens (possibly Stephens) of this place were married at Alturas last Saturday, Rev. Gardener officiating. The popular young couple were tendered a charivari Sunday evening and their many friends extend congratulations and wish them unbounded happiness and prosperity as they travel over life’s rugged pathway. O. Ratcliffe of Lake City met with a painful accident one day last week. While throwing a belt off a pulley in the Lake City flourmill his hand caught, breaking both bones of the arm, just above the wrist. Miss Edith Minto left Saturday for Sisson where she will attend summer school. Miss Marie Phillips returned last week from Los Angeles, where she has been attending school. Thos Wentzell has accepted a position with Capt. Jones and will move out to Long Valley sometime this week. Mr. and Mrs. Errol Auble, of Adin, arrived here yesterday accompanied by Auble Keeney, who has been attending school at Los Angeles. Judging by the number of weddings at Alturas lately, our weather prophet has gone on record as stating that the coming winter is going to be a mighty hard one. Joe Parman and Jim Williams were down from Bidwell last Friday. We don’t know what devilment they were up to, but something was going on, that’s certain. Come again, boys. Miss Elma Johnson, a graduate of the Union High School here, and later graduate from Heald’s Business College now occupies a position with the Red River Lumber Company at Westwood. Miss Mary Mullins arrived home yesterday from San Jose, where she has been attending the State Normal and will spend her vacations with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Mullins, of this place. Joseph Parman, for many years a prominent stockman of this valley but for the past eight or ten years a resident of Oakland, at least during the winter months, arrived here last week and went on up to Bidwell, and will spend the summer in this valley. He is looking fine and his many friends are truly glad to see him again. They were picking out some wild horses here last Sunday, which will be taken to Alturas for the 4th of July Round-up. They are going to have some of the baddest of the really bad horses over there, and Bob McCulley says that the riders will have to have their livers anchored with a trace chain if they ride the broncos. Harold Miller came over from Westwood last week, on a visit to his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Miller. He was accompanied by Mrs. W. T. Garrett. They returned to Westwood Monday. Miss Dorothy Miller accompanied them to Westwood and will visit there for a time. It is profound regret that the record learns of the death of Mr. Charles Terry, which occurred at Berkeley on the 1st inst. We have been unable to obtain any details, other than his wife returned last Saturday. He leaves a wife and several children to mourn his death and to them, the Record extends sincere sympathy in their bereavement. Mr. and Mrs. Leon B. Lewis arrived here from Westwood last Saturday and will reside permanently in Cedarville. Both are musicians of ability, Mrs. Lewis on the piano and Mr. Lewis on the saxophone, flute, and other wind instruments and band music. He is an experienced piano tuner and repairer and is ready to do all kinds of work in that line and being located here is able to guarantee all work and nice the people the best of service. WEDNESDAY, JUNE 29, 1921 FUNERAL OF MR. WING The funeral of Mr. Gorham A. Wing was held in the Methodist Church, Friday, June 24th 1921, at 2 p.m. The floral offering was profuse and the Church was filled by friends and neighbors. His remains were taken by his daughter, Mrs. Rees, to Loyalton, California, to rest by the side of his wife, who passed into the great beyond many years ago. The “Stars and Stripes” that he loved and fought for in life covered the casket that held all that was mortal of him in death. He had the love and esteem of all who knew him in life. Gorham A. Wing was born Feb. 26, 1839 in Winthrop, Kennebec, County, Maine. He was married Oct. 26, 1865 to Mary S. Martin. April 20, 1877, he removed from his native place to St. Albins, Maine, the former home of his wife, where he lived until he came to California, Mar. 25, 1889. His first home in California was in Loyalton, in Sierra County, where his wife died in 1898. In 1906, he came to Modoc County, and September 5, 1907, he bought the Eugene Wood ranch a mile and a half east of Cedarville, where he lived at first with his son, John, who died in 1917, and late with his daughter, Mrs. Nellie Caldwell. There he died June 23, 1921, at the age of 82 years, 3 months and 27 days. Of his seven children, six remain to mourn his loss, Harry G., of Augusta, ME, Elmer E. of Randolph, ME, Charles M. of Boca, Cal., Mrs. George Parman, of Bidwell, Cal., Mrs. Jesse Rees, of Loyalton, Cal., and Mrs. Jason Caldwell, of Cedarville. He leaves nineteen grand children and four great – grand children. His two sisters, Mrs. Jessie H. Stiner, of Eagleville and Mrs. Alice M. Turner, of Loyalton, survive him. Mr. Wing was ill at the outbreak of the Civil war and his enlistment was not finally accepted until Feb. 2, 1864. He was a natural mechanic being accustomed to making any article of wood, iron or leather, not ready at hand and during part of his service was an addler. In Feb. 1864, four companies of cavalry were recruited in Maine to help the D. C. cavalry guard in the city of Washington. In April 1864, the officers of this regiment volunteered their service at the Front. To service they went! Mr. Wing’s company at that time numbered 106. In August of the same year, only six members of the Company were left. Because part of their regiment was from Maine, the remnants of D. C. transferred to the 1st Maine Cavalry. The Record of the 1st Maine cavalry credit this regiment with participating in three more battles than any other that helped to preserve out union. When they returned to Maine after their discharge in August 1865, they brought with them on the platform of their rear car of the train as brass cannon they captured in Virginia, with which they saluted each town of Maine, they passed through. Today that cannon, brilliantly burnished stands in front of the capitol building in Augusta, Maine. Mr. Wing received from his native state a beautifully engraved testimonial of his “patriotism fidelity, courage and suffering in the Common Cause.” His friends always enjoyed his stories of the Civil War, the events of which he was reviewing even in his last illness; and again, and again, he reiterated in his delirium the last day of his life. “Our progeny carry the Flag of Freedom from Maine to California and the great mineral wealth of California sustain and protect the Union.” Mr. Wing was a member of the George Goodwin Post, No. 36 of the Grand Army of the Republic, of the State of Maine. Born – In Cedarville, Cal., June 26, 1921, to the wife of W. D. Hill, a daughter Miss Jimmie Odbert, who has for sometime held a position in the Bank of Fort Bidwell, was married at Alturas on the 20th inst., to Joseph D. Hill, of Susanville. The newly married couple will make their home at Susanville. Mr. Gorham A. Wing expressed during his last illness a desire to thank the friends and neighbor for their kindness and in this his children join. Mrs. James Tierney and daughter, Miss Grace, left last Monday for La Junta, Colorado, where they go on a visit and expect to be absent for about three months’. We all wish them a pleasant and a safe return. Dr. Lincoln Kistler, known by many here, and a prominent physician of Reno, died at that place last Thursday morning and his brother, Sam T. Kistler, of San Francisco, who was visiting Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Johnstone, of this place immediately left of Reno to attend the last sad rites of his brother. He leaves to mourn his death a wife and three children and other relatives. Sid Street and wife returned from the lower part of the State some days ago. They have been absent for sometime visiting that in the Sunny South. Mrs. Gladys Smith has returned from Jordan Valley, Idaho, after visiting her relatives there. Mr. Gray returned from a week spent at Alturas, where he attended the preliminary hearing of the case of the person who murdered the Indian a short time ago. After two days of questioning, he was turned loose. This shows the Indian gets no more consideration in this county that the Negro does in the South. This should have gone to the Grand Jury for action. The rumor is that the stranger from Chico or his partner sold whiskey to the Indians. They wanted more and hunted up the bootleggers to get it and one of them got shot for his persistency. The testimony showed that he was unarmed. This is not the end, as the matter has been referred to the Federal authorities for action. I. W. Kistler has accepted a position as manager of the hardware department of the Red River Lumber Co., at Westwood and is now at that place. Frank Kerr is building a new barn for Chris Smith. He also secured the contract for the new stone schoolhouse at Lake City. (Side-Note: This building is still standing and is being used as a home.) George Fordyce has the contract for the stone quarrying and setting and has secured Mulkey to assist him. Mr. Fordyce and wife have resigned from the Indian service and will reside at Lake City. INDIAN GETS JAIL SENTENCE An Indian by the name of Johnnie Jim passed a fictitious check at the restaurant one day last week and then lit out for summer quarters. Deputy Sheriff Harrington started on his trail last Friday morning and captured him eight miles north of Bidwell and brought him back and landed him in the Cedarville bastile, and last Monday morning his trial came up before Judge Hayes. The Indian pleaded guilty and was sentenced to pay a fine of fifty dollars or fifty days in jail. Not having the fifty “bucks” he was taken to Alturas and he is now residing in a hundred and fifty thousand dollar building and boarding at the expense of the taxpayers. Incidentally, we might remark that while he will be at Alturas during the 4th of July, he will not participate in any of the exciting events of the Round-up. ________________________________ Please reply to: Billie Reynolds r3346@dcsi.net Kicked off Roots Web Again!!! ________________________________________________________________ The best thing to hit the Internet in years - Juno SpeedBand! Surf the Web up to FIVE TIMES FASTER! Only $14.95/ month - visit www.juno.com to sign up today!

SURPRISE VALLEY RECORD – CEDARVILLE, MODOC COUNTY, CAL. WEDNESDAY, JUNE 1, 1921 Morris Bucher is reported as holding his own, he has a weak heart. His mother is with him at the Oakland hospital. Mrs. Leon Hickerson is able to be up and is convalescing. Ma Limberger is looking after the children and household duties. Percy Kafader, wife and twin babies are visiting his parents as one of the pioneers said he has made good and set the pace for the younger men. Dr. Kennedy was called Saturday to see Mr. Hood who had been working for Ed Conlan at Big Valley and was suffering from drinking water from a spring said to contain arsenic. He is improving. The Deer Head Stable owned by Henry Kober is being razed to the ground by Billy Fox and Lou Kafader. There is a lot of good dry lumber, (took 40 years to properly season it) that can be used to build a stable or residence and can be much less cost than new lumber. The object in tearing it down is to reduce the fire risks and insurance. It pays to make improvements. Born – Near Cedarville, Cal., May 27, 1921, to Mr. and Mrs. Curtis Lusk, a 10-pound boy. Miss Bright Wood, formerly of this place, was recently married in New York to Wm Hill, of that city. Her many friends here extend congratulations. Harry Cannon a few days ago completed and put in place at the grave of Bernard Daly at Lakeview, one of the most handsome marble monuments to be found in any of the cemeteries and the executors of the Daly estate have expressed their appreciation to Mr. Cannon for the fine work done. Leon B. Lewis was at Ft. Bidwell last Friday, where a band has been organized and he has been selected as the band instructor. The Bidwell boys have sent in an order for new horns and in a short time will be filling the atmosphere with more or less melodious sounds. The boys are to be congratulated for their progressiveness, and as Mr. Lewis is a thorough musician they will make rapid advancement. DIPLOMAS AWARDED The following is a list of the pupils of Surprise Valley who graduated from the Grammar Schools and who have received their diplomas; Cedarville – Elma Adams, Esther Bailey, Florence Foskett, Heath Stanley, Katherine Hudspeth, Bernice Simson; Eagleville – Monroe Dorton, Walls Gloster, Ruth Cambron, Lyle Barber, Lewis Cockrell and Mabel Kennedy; Owl Creek – Alma Hanks, Pete Laxague; Cottonwood – Pearl Watson; Forty-none – Beth Eachus, Ethelbert Harris, Charlotte Cramton; Soldier Creek – Errol Brown, Daisy Stiner, Della Stiner; Lake City – Mary Weilmunster; Surprise Valley – Garnet Flaugher, Noreene Polander. INDIAN KILLED An Indian named Bill Folsom was shot and killed at Alturas on the 22d inst. by a man named John Rhodes. Rhodes claimed that the Indian held him up and took two bottles of Lashes Bitters away from him and later came to where he was sleeping and wanted him to come out and he reused, when Folsom commenced to climb into the building, thru a window, when he shot him and the Indians say that Rhodes had been trying to sell them whiskey all day. Rhodes came from near Chico for the purpose of finding work in Modoc. He may be all right, but the fact. But the fact that he commenced to mix with the Indians on his arrival here does not speak very well for him. WEDNESDAY, JUNE 8, 1921 DEATH OF MRS PAGE The sad news of the death of Mrs. A. L. Page was received here Monday morning, her death occurring at the residence of her son at Parker Creek at 10 o’clock, Sunday night. Mr. and Mrs. Page had spent the winter at Oakland and Southern points, and were returning to their home here when she was taken ill and they stopped at their sons’ home, where the end came. For years she was an uncomplaining invalid, or at least in poor health. She was one of God’s noble women, always devoted to home and making it a haven of comfort and rest. She was highly esteemed by all who knew her, and her many friends regret to hear of her death, and extend sincere sympathy to the bereaved husband and children, who are sadly deprived of their dearest one on earth. She was one of the pioneer women of the valley, aged 76 years. We expect to publish her obituary next week. The funeral will be held from the M. E. Church tomorrow (Thursday) afternoon at 1:30 o’clock p.m. Jesse Parman left for Lakeview yesterday morning to being back his wife, who has been visiting their son, Leslie for some time. WEDDING BELLS Friends of C. L. Crowder and Mrs. Cora Smith were informed of their marriage this morning after the pair had returned from a motor trip to Stockton last night. The ceremony was performed in Stockton the evening of April 26th, the couple leaving this city early that morning. Witnesses to the ceremony were Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Bathurst of Cohasset, who accompanied the newly weds on their trip. Crowder is an extensive realty holder and dealer in realty and stocks and is one of the substantial businessmen of this city. Mrs. Smith has been a resident of this city for several years and is quite widely known. She is a sister of Mrs. Vol Boatright and daughter of Mrs. F. A. Prior. Details of the ceremony could not be learned as Crowder was called out of Chico this morning on business. The couple will make their future home here. - Chico Record The bride’s maiden name was Miss Cora Prior, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank A. Prior and was born and raised in Surprise, where she has many friends who extend congratulations on the happy event. Born – at Cedarville, Cal., June 1, 1921, to the wife of Boyd Peterson, daughter, weight two pounds and six ounces. Both mother and daughter are doing nicely. Frank and Fred Hanson left last Monday for Watsonville, where they will harvest their potato crop and then return here. Ed Green and Worthie Benner will handle their trucks during their absence. Word was received here yesterday that L. Gerlach of Stockton had passed away. He had been ill for sometime. He was one of the wealthy men of the country and has large interests in Surprise. Mrs. Charles Terry received a telegram from Berkeley last Monday stating that her husband was not expected to live but a short time. Mrs. Terry at once departed for Berkeley to be at his bedside. Mr. Terry has been ill and confined to the hospital since last December. Wm Vaughn, at one time a resident of this valley, but for many years now a resident of Bakersfield, arrived here last week, bringing with him, his mother, who has visiting him for the past years. He will spend sometime visiting relatives in the valley. Lake City, Cal., June 3 – When Mrs. George Parman had her teeth examined with an X-ray, the source of dental trouble from which she had been suffering was found to be a section of a hypodermic needle imbedded deep in the gum. It had been there for at least four years. The tooth had to be removed in order to remove the needle. WEDNESDAY, JUNE 15, 1921 OBITUARY The funeral of Mrs. Sarah A. Page was held held here last Thursday, the services being conducted by Rev. J. D. Voce, at the Church and at the Masonic cemetery by Bonner Chapter No. 232, O.E.S. of which she was a member. She was born in Virginia, July 2, 1846, and was married to A. L. Page, June 7, 1863. To this union there was born twelve children, three girls and nine boys, of which number one girl and two boys have gone before her to the Unknown Beyond. She leaves to mourn her death, her husband, A. L. Page, seven sons, and two daughters, all of whom were here to attend the funeral except Robert Page, who resides in Canada. Mrs. Page passed from this life at the home of her son, John, near Alturas on the 5th day of June 1921. She was a noble woman, loved and respected by all who knew her and she will be sadly missed by her many friends. Miss Emmeline Stimers departed for Oakland last Friday, where she will enter the Fabiola hospital and train for a nurse. Her many friends here wish her success in her chosen work. Mrs. Elmer McCulley left sometime ago with their little son for Sacramento for medical treatment, and at last account the little fellow was holding his own, with chances for improvement soon. Wm. Stephens came down from Bidwell last week for medical treatment for an infected eye. Born – at Dr. Coates’ Sanitarium in Cedarville, Cal., June 11, 1921, to Mr. and Mrs. B. F. Boggs, a daughter Mrs. Bert Hudspeth and children of Alturas, is here this week visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Allenwood. Mrs. Mattie Parker of Oakland and Jos. Page, of Marysville came up last week to attend the funeral of their mother, Mrs. A. L. Page. J. E. Jones and wife and Cecil Jones and wife, formerly residents of this place but now of Ashland, Oregon, arrived here last week on a short visit, returning today. C. J. Russel went to Adin last week to arrange about moving his household goods to this place and his family will occupy the old Lamb residence, just north of Frank Kerr’s residence. Mrs. James Dodson and little daughter arrived here last Friday from Arizona, and is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Aven Gaustad. Frank Chisholm, one of Adins’ highly respected citizens died rather suddenly one day last week. He had been shoeing a fractious animal and which caused an unusual strain and went home to dinner shortly after, and in less than half an hour was dead. 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This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Welshons Welshorns Welshorn Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/XW.2ADI/724 Message Board Post: Hello, My great grandfather [James Hunter Welshons] and his sister [Mrs. Isadora Welshons Cole, husband John Henry Cole] came to Red Bluff, Tehema, CA in 1879. Their brother, my great grand-uncle [Joseph Wesley Welshons] settled in Siskiyou County around 1884-1885 and lived in the county--Little Shasta[May1888], TableRock[Aug1888], Montague[Sept1892] -– until 1894. See Voter Registers below. –––––––––– 1890 California Great Register of Voters Index 1.Welshorn, Joseph W./38yo/Pennsylvania/Miller/PO_Little Shasta/DateReg_xxMay1888 2.Welshons, Joseph Wesley/38yo/Pennsylvania/Miller/PO_Table Rock/DateReg_22August1888/pg55 –––––––––- 1892 Great Register Siskiyou County, 1892 Great Register Siskiyou County, California Welshorns, Joseph Wesley/42yo/5ft10in/Complex_Light/Eyes_Blue/Hair_Brown ____Born_Pennsylvania/Pct,PO_Montague,Montague/Occp_Miller/DateReg_23Sept1892 [[[[[]]]]] Joseph Wesley Welshons came to Siskiyou county married to Ella[Ellen] Grimes Welshons [married 15October1874 ;AdamsCounty,Illinois.] They had two male children. 1.Clifford Bradley Welshons; b.25July1875; Mendon, Adams, Illinois 2.Clyde Waterman Welshons; b.11Feb1877; Mendon, Adams, Illinois [[[[[]]]] Ella Grimes Welshons died in Montague,Siskiyou,CA 14July1892....see obituary below..spelling as isleft as is Welshom, Mrs. J. W. “Death” Jul 28,1892 Died – Mrs J.W. Welsom’s at her home in Montaque, Sickiyou Co. Calif. July 14th. Born Fall Creek twp Adams Co. Ill. Was wife of well known Supt. and miller of the Montaque flour mill of that place. Funeral on Friday at Little Shasta where she formerly resided. 37 years old. (husband was formerly the head miller at the Pearl mills in Mendon. [Adams county, Illinois] [[[[]]]] I am looking for local information on Joseph Wesley Welshons & wife Ella[Ellen] Grimes Welshons in Siskiyou county during this period; i.e. any of the following items would be most appreciated…..History on Montague flour mill...as per Ella's above obituary….. history on Joseph Welshons's vocational history as miller in Siskiyou county…... information on Joseph Wesley Welshons as Supt. during this period 1884-94….. local obituary on Joseph's wife, Mrs. J.W. [Ellen Grimes] Welshrom/Welshorn/Welshons d.14July1892…. confirmation to Ella's burial in Little Shasta or in Montague cemeteries. [[[[[[[[[[[[]]]]]]]]] I reside in San Jose and do plan a research-vacation to Red Bluff-Siskiyou county in the near future. Any tips on local librarys and research centers I could futher contact would also be very helpful as well. In that Joseph Wesley Welshons resided in Siskiyou country during its’ pioneer period, would his family history once having left Siskiyou county, around 1893, be of interest to any local historian or center tracing her pioneers? I have this information and would be more than happy to share. Please let me know, or who I might contact. Thanks. Todd

SURPRISE VALLEY RECORD – CEDARVILLE, MODOC COUNTY, CAL. WEDNESDAY, MAY 4, 1921 We were pleased to meet again and renew old-time friendship with Park Johnson, one of the old and prominent residents of Adin, who came up from that place last week to attend the Odd Fellows’ celebration, and he reports everything getting along finely down that way. Born – At Dr. Coates’ Sanitarium in Cedarville, Cal., to the wife of R. L. Green, a daughter. (No date was printed) Pearl Addington was operated on by Dr. Kennedy last Monday evening at Dr. Coates Sanitarium for appendicitis and is getting along nicely. We heard a story the other day about an editor having to be carried home on a stretcher as the result of having received a kind word over something he had printed. The shock simply unnerved him. But just as he reached his home, someone gave him a good cussing about another article he had printed, and he got up and returned to work. WEDNESDAY, MAY 11, 1921 A. L. Hayes, of Lookout, was last week committed to the Stockton Insane Asylum. Born – In Cedarville, Cal., May 10, 1921, to Mr. and Mrs. Lew McCulley, a daughter. Born – At Kingsburg, Cal., April 29, 1921, to Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Mayfield, a daughter, Mary Verne Mayfield Mr. and Mrs. Elmer McCulley went to Lakeview last week with their eldest son, for medical treatment at the Lakeview hospital. J. P. Smith, of Richmond, Missouri, has been visiting his brother, W. T. Smith, for sometime and expects to depart for his home in the near future. W. H. Kneebone and wife departed last week for Ashland, where they will reside in the future, they having exchanged their property here for property at that place. Judge F. M. Jamison rendered a decision Tuesday in the Overton school case in favor of the schoolteacher, Miss Jessie Reynolds, ordering the trustees to draw a warrant for the salary in dispute. The judgment has not been entered as yet so we are unable to give any details. Mrs. J. B. Bolin, and daughter, Mrs. Wm Gilham, arrived here from Modesto last Monday. We understand that Mr. Bolin has traded his ranch here for a ten-acre lot in Modesto and will soon move to that place. Miss Frankie Mae Anderson, of The Cadmain-West Coast Chautauqua was here last week interviewing our people regarding her company. She has booked Stanish, Susanville, and Westwood. She is a very entertaining lady and her company offers some good inducement. Dr. J. T. Meredith, Sr. and wife returned home last Saturday, after spending the winter in Los Angeles. While the doctor is improved in health, some he has not fully recovered, but it is hoped that the bracing atmosphere of Surprise will soon put him on his feet again. Their many old-time friends are glad to see them again. James Williams of Fort Bidwell returned home from an extensive visit to Berkeley and other southern points a few days ago and is looking fine. While down he visited with Joe Parman, and when these two giddy “kids” get together there is no telling what devilment they got into and Jim ain’t saying much about his lower country experience. Charlie Fee and his wife returned from San Francisco after a visit to his mother, Grandma Fee and her daughter, Mrs. Dodson, has gone to Santa Cruz for the summer. Aunt Fannie although unable to walk, sees the bright side of life from her wheeled chair. Another old landmark has vanished in a cloud of smoke. WEDNESDAY, MAY 18, 1921 GO TO IT There are 758 farms in Modoc County. Very, Very few of them contain less than one hundred acres and it might be said that they run from one hundred to one hundred and sixty to several thousand acres each. Now, if there was an average of ten cows each on these ranches, what would be the income from the dairy business each year? Ever figure it out? If not, take your pencil and do it now. There are ranches here that will support from 50 to 200 dairy cows Surprise Valley can easily support from three to five thousand heads of dairy cattle. Dairying here is going to be one of the biggest industries in the northern part of the State. That auto of yours is going into the scrap heap in a few years; why not prepare for the purchase of another by putting the dairy cow to work. By dairy cows we mean DAIRY cows that are worth while. Scrubs are no good at any price. This is one of the best stock countries in the State and the sooner the people get a good grade of dairy stock the sooner will prosperity commence to smile on them. DEATH OF AGED INDIAN The familiar figure of Lakeview John, the old Bidwell Indian, will be seen no more. The aged man passed away at the Fort Bidwell Indian Agency on the 6th of April following an attack of pneumonia. Lakeview John has been a familiar figure in Lakeview many years, but on his last visit several weeks ago, his friends noted his failing health, and many were heard to remark that old Indian John would soon be going. Lakeview John has been identified in the history of the town of Lakeview almost since the founding of the town. In the early eighties, his brother Plush was chief of the Indians in this vicinity. He was the strong man of the tribe, and it is said had a knack for gambling. The name Plush was given to him by the early sporting fraternity in recognition of his ability at holding flushes, and each occasion of the hand falling to him would declare “Me Plush.” The town of Plush, was said to have been named after him. With the death of Plush in 1885, Lakeview John acceded to the place of his brother, in the matter of chief of the tribe and also in the affections of Maggie, Plush’s wife. Maggie died several years ago, but there are surviving the old couple a son Frank, and daughter, Katy John, both of whom will be remembered by Lakeview people. Lakeview john is said to have been over a hundred years old and could relate many interesting experiences of the Modoc Indian war. In earlier life he was a shrewd and sharp leader of his people and retained his sharp faculties even in his declining years. When visiting in Lakeview, he was always greeted by many friends, and it is with sorrow that they hear of the passing of this stalwart of the red man. Howard Hedgepeth and family left several days age for Chico on a visit and Mr. Jarman of Alturas is taking his place in the Garage. Dr. Kennedy performed a surgical operation on the little son of Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Cook, removing the tonsils of the little fellow, and he is getting along nicely. Lee Wilson and sister, Mrs. Misely formerly of Cedarville but now of Lovelock, Nev., arrived here last week, bringing with them their mother, Mrs. J. P. Wilson, who has been visiting them for the past month. Lee says business is good out there and looks as though the climate agreed with him. WEDNESDAY, MAY 25, 1921 Fred Taylor, born here and raised in Susanville was here last week. His is now County Horticultural Commissioner of Lassen County and is making good. Ted Strief and wife, and his mother, Mrs. Fannie Strief, returned for Oakland here, they were attending the Grand I.O.O.F. Lodge and Rebekah Assembly, respectively, as representatives from here. They report having a splendid time. Harry Wood and wife have leased the New Maryland Apartment house in Susanville, and will hereafter conduct the same. We did figure on taking our blankets with us next time we went to Susanville as the last time we were there the hotel man soaked us six dollars and six bits for three rooms, per night. What in thunder the St. Francis man wanted to tack that six bits on for is more than we know, and the service – well, there wasn’t any. ________________________________ Please reply to: Billie Reynolds r3346@dcsi.net Kicked off Roots Web Again!!! ________________________________________________________________ The best thing to hit the Internet in years - Juno SpeedBand! Surf the Web up to FIVE TIMES FASTER! Only $14.95/ month - visit www.juno.com to sign up today!

SURPRISE VALLEY RECORD – CEDARVILLE, MODOC COUNTY, CAL. WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6, 1921 Mrs. Chas Kafader has gone to the bay cities for her health. Fred Ash took a trip over to Lakeview to get acquainted with his young son. MUSICAL PRODIGIES A most interesting feature of the card party and social afternoon given Saturday by the Improvement Club in Masonic Temple was the appearance of two little Porterville girls, who entertained with piano and violin selections. These were little Miss Marcella and Arthayda Stiner, nieces of Miss Ina Stiner of the high school faculty. Arthayda Stiner is quite a musical prodigy, although but ten years of age, she is in the third grade of music, having been a pupil of Harold A. Cole of this city for several seasons which she is accustomed to spending with her relatives here. Marcella Stiner, two years younger than her sister, shows remarkable talent as a violinist. She is a pupil of Miss Carnegie-Prior of Lindsay. At Saturday’s party she was accompanied on the piano by her sister Arthayda. A GENEROUS ACT Leon Hickerson, of Fort Bidwell, has recently been having more than his share of misfortunes. For some time his wife has been very ill, and a few weeks ago he contracted a bad case of blood poisoning in one of his hands, which prevented him from doing any work on his ranch. However, the good people of Bidwell were quick to sympathize with and aid him, and a few days ago a large number of them gathered at his place with plows, harrows, drills and teams and put his entire crop for him, and refusing to accept any pay for it. Such a kind and neighborly act is indeed commendable and shows that the spirit of co-operation and harmony prevails among the people of that place, and they have set an example that other communities could follow with mutual benefit. SUDDEN DEATH Henry Koch, who conducted the restaurant here, died rather suddenly last Friday afternoon. Coroner Kerr held an inquest over the remains and the jury returned a verdict that death was caused from ptomaine poison. He had been in ill health for some time, and while alone last Friday, he ate some sardines that had remained in a can that had been opened the day before, resulting in ptomaine poisoning. He was born in St. Louis, MO, and served in the U. S. Army for twenty years, five of which were spent in the Philippines, and he was present and assisted in the capture of Aguinaldo, of the noted Filipinos. A few weeks ago, he was married to Mrs. Sallie Methvin to whom is extended the sincere sympathy of our people in her bereavement. For the past year an unprecedented wave of crime has swept over the land, and ninety per cent of the crime has been committed by persons under the age of 25 years, which presents the logical conclusion that the younger people are being raised without restraint and allowed to follow their own ideas in the matter of occupation and amusement. They are taking their cue of other people in getting something for nothing, and adopt the easiest method – that of crime. Parents of the present day have lots to answer for. Born – near Eagleville, Cal., March 16, 1921, to the wife of Waldo T. Malitz, an 11-pound daughter. J. R. Baty and wife, pioneer residents of Bidwell, arrived here last week from the lower country, where they spent the winter, and spent several days visiting Mr. and Mrs. Thos Wylie, of this place. Worthie Benner and wife and baby returned last Thursday from Oakland and Selma, where they spent the winter. Worthie says there are many idle men in that part of the country, and that jobs are scarce. Robt Minto of Eagleville was here last Saturday on his way to Alturas. We don’t know what the nature of his business was, but it may be that he had some important business to transact with County Clerk Smith. John Ennis and wife returned a few days ago from a visit to Mrs. Ennis’ parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank McClintock, at Los Gatos and other points in the south. Mr. Ennis states that crop indications look fine down that way and everything points to a prosperous year. WEDNESDAY, APRIL 13, 1921 BADLY HURT E. L. Crowl, the Vya-Cedarville mail contractor met with a bad accident last Saturday while going down the ’49 mountain into Long Valley. He had on a heavy load and started to change the gears so as to control the machine on the steep grade, but for some reason could not and the auto started on the rampage. He succeeded in keeping it in the road for quite a ways, but finally ran off the grade, turning over several times, and throwing Mr. Crowl out, dislocating his collar bone and breaking five ribs. Dr. Kennedy was sent for, and attended the injured man. He reports that while Mr. Crowl is pretty badly hurt that he thinks he will recover. Mr. Crowl’s friends deeply regret to hear of his accident. PIONEER ANSWERS LAST CALL Peter Lorenzen, one of the old residents of western Modoc, passed to the Great Beyond, April 1st, age 79 years. For about forty years he had lived in Little Hot Spring Valley, where by hard labor and good management he succeeded in accumulating a goodly amount of this world’s goods and raised a nice family, to whom the Record extends sympathy. Peter Lorenzen was one of God’s noblemen. We knew him well, and while conducting the “Four Corners” in Little Hot Spring Valley in 1890-91, we saw his mettle tried, and he was never found wanting. He was of Danish birth, but was American to the core and sent two sons to fight the Kaiser. He was as honest as the day is long and his word was as good as a bond. He was buried at McArthur under the auspices of the Adin Masonic Lodge, of which he had long been an honored member. Fred Stanley, who played the role of “devil” in the Record office about fifteen years ago, has been appointed Secretary of the Napa County Farm Bureau, and is editor of the County Farm Bureau, published at Napa. Thomas Wentzell and wife, who spent the winter in Los Angeles, returned home last week. We understand that Mrs. Wentzell’s health has been improved. Mrs. Belva Coffman, who spent the winter in Oroville, accompanied them home. WEDNESDAY, APRIL 20, 1921 Born – At Lake City, Cal., March 30, 1921, Mr. and Mrs. Newt Little, a boy Born – near Cedarville, Cal., April 11, 1921, to Mr. and Mrs. Frank Bowers, a boy Born – In Cedarville, Cal., April 16, 1921, to Mr. and Mrs. Lee Leonard, a daughter, Leslie Norma Born – At Lovelock, Nev., April 9, 1921, to Mr. and Mrs. Harold Misely (nee Erma Wilson,) a daughter, Wanda Lee Mrs. Guill is reported ill with inflammatory rheumatism at the home of her niece, Mrs. Wm Bordwell. Mrs. Seyton Baker was a passenger on Fridays auto stage from Gerlach, where she had been visiting her sister, Mrs. Henry Hughes. Mrs. E. A. Wood returned last week from Orange, where she spent the winter with her brother-in-law, Charles Wood, and family and reports a pleasant time. Mrs. I. S. Brown returned home last week from and extended visit to Richmond. While away she was quite ill and we regret to state that she still in bad health. One day last week Mrs. J. H. Caldwell had the misfortune of breaking both bones just above the right ankle, while getting out of a car, her skirt caught and tripped her and she fell in such a manner as to cause the injury. Dr. Kennedy is the attending her. Last Thursday evening, Lew McCulley and Mrs. Wm Cockrell met with a very bad auto accident by colliding, near the Dyke place. We are informed that the Cockrell car is a total wreck, while Mr. McCulley ’ suffered more or less damage, but fortunately no one was seriously hurt. WEDNESDAY, APRIL 27, 1921 F. A. Niles, of Lake City, leaves this week for the lower country, where he goes with the hope of receiving benefit for rheumatism, with which he has been afflicted for several years. Born – At Eagleville, cal., April 21, 1921, to Mr. and Mrs. Bert Simson, a 10-pound son. Zetus Spaulding went out to Gerlach this week to meet his wife who is returning from Berkeley. Born – In Berkeley, Cal., April 26, 1921, the Mr. and Mrs. O. M. Havised (nee Miss Mary Bonner), an 8 1.2-pound son. Married – At Alturas, Cal., Tuesday, April 26th, 1921, by the Rev. A. P. Orth, Miss Georgia S. Turner, of Cedarville, California, and George H. Conrad, of Red Bluff, California. The bride is the daughter of Mrs. George C. Turner, an old resident of Surprise Valley. Mr. Conrad is a well-known stockman of Red Bluff, Cal., and has been identified with D. M. Lemore, of Oakland, Cal., for many years. The happy couple leave at once for the Southern part of the State on an extended honeymoon. Upon their return will be at home on the Turner Ranch. ________________________________________________________________ The best thing to hit the Internet in years - Juno SpeedBand! Surf the Web up to FIVE TIMES FASTER! Only $14.95/ month - visit www.juno.com to sign up today!