Obituaries: Lois Adele Bailey Respected, long-time Modoc rancher and active community volunteer Lois Adele Bailey, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, September 11, 2003. Looking forward to and preparing to compete in a weekend bowling competition in Medford, OR., Mrs. Bailey, 76, passed away at Modoc Medical Center, Alturas, CA., not long after suffering from a stroke that same morning at her home. The ever-active Mrs. Bailey, known as "granny" to her grand and great-grandchildren, in addition to the many children who called her their "adopted" mom and grandma, she always had a freezer full of homemade cookies, a pantry filled with home canned delights and was ever baking or canning and freezing the fruits of her labor from her annual garden, something she'd done for as long as she could remember. Proud of her family and happy with her life, she chose not to be idle, whether volunteering at the Modoc Senior Citizens Center to distribute USDA commodities or enjoy lunch and a game of bunco or pinochle with friends. She was proud to be a member of the "600 Club" scratch series of bowlers and was a member and past officer of the Alturas Bowling Association, team bowling since 1973. She was well known for her baking and decorating special cakes for weddings, showers and parties, with a photo album to document her creations. Born in Tidewater, Oregon to Grace (Brooks) and LeRoy Dunn on October 6, 1926, she spent most of her life in Modoc County, with the exception of a few years, when her family moved to Ukiah. Lois met Cliff Bailey on a dairy ranch in Modoc, where her mother was the ranch house cook. At age 16 and still in high school she and Cliff were married October 26, 1942 in Carson City, Nevada. Lois had the rare distinction of receiving two diplomas, one from Surprise Valley High where she had attended part of her senior year, while Cliff was working in the Valley and one from Modoc High where she graduated when they returned to Alturas. In 1944, they purchased the "old Page place" on Parker Creek, their home and the hub of their family ever since. In 1946, Lois gave birth to their eldest son, Gordon and in 1949, their youngest son Roy was born. The family moved to Marysville in the Spring of 1956 for three years, then returned to Alturas. Nothing slowed Lois down, not even her two heart surgeries in later years. She played softball on women's league teams as catcher and was "pretty good with a bat." She was a member of the Side Saddlers women's riding group, sponsored by Modoc Auction Yard, riding in numerous shows, parades, rodeos until the 1970s, for which the group won a "rack of trophies," with Cliff patiently hauling the horses. Lois and Cliff started a square dancing group in the early 1950s, first at their home, until there were too many squares to accommodate. The group often traveled to dance. In addition to their cattle and alfalfa ranch business on Parker Creek, Lois worked on the Election Board for a number of years starting in the 1960s until her precinct closed. She worked at such local businesses as Fitzpatrick's and Ebby's Stationery Store, Modoc Auction Yard, Cleo's and Woodward's Grocery stores, and her brother Gene Dunn's meat business "Dunn's Custom Meats," until he retired. For three years she worked as a custodian at Modoc High School, where her sons were enrolled. Lois had been a member of Grange 406 and continued to document and report weather statistics from her home to the Weather Service in Red Bluff. A wonderful hostess and good friend to many, Lois was always willing to help get a job done. On some Thursday mornings she could be found at the Modoc Record helping to get the advertising slicks inserted for distribution. She was a hard, honest worker and also good at delegating during the many large family gatherings at their home. A partner to her husband, Lois rode, "raked alot of hay and helped buckaroo" as needed and enjoyed traveling, recalling an exciting helicopter flight over and into the Grand Canyon, a few years ago. Lois and Cliff were honored for their 60 years of marriage in 2002 with a grand party and chosen as Modoc District Fair Grand Marshals in 1997. Lois was preceded in death by her sister Vivian Paddock and brother Gene Dunn, both of Alturas and her parents. She will be greatly missed by her family and host of long-time friends. She is survived by her husband Cliff Bailey of Alturas; sons Gordon Bailey of Alturas and Roy Bailey of Alturas; brothers Lyle and wife Mattie Dunn of Alturas; Warren and wife Lucille Dunn of Modesto, CA; aunt Ruth Brooks of Post Falls, Idaho; six grandchildren: Mindi Clendenen of Indiana, Fred Bailey of Alturas, Kenny Bailey of Redding, Brenda Masters of Hat Creek, CA; Jessica Burns and Heather McMaster of Alturas, numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be conducted by the Rev. Dr. Ben Zandstra on Friday, Sept. 19 at 10 a.m. at the Federated Church in Alturas. Kerr Mortuary is in charge of arrangements. Because of Lois' devotion to helping the local senior citizens center, the family suggests any memorials be directed to the Modoc Senior Citizens Center, 906 West Fourth St., Alturas, CA 96101. Larry Martin Stafford Former Alturas business owner Larry Martin Stafford died unexpectedly at his home Sunday evening, September 14, 2003, from a massive heart attack. He was 47. Mr. Stafford was the owner/operator of Village Video in Alturas with his wife Colena, for a number of years. Prior to purchasing and relocating the video sales and rental business, he had worked at the business with the previous owner. Mr. Stafford added a video game arcade to the new and larger storefront, which was popular with youths and families. A well-liked person among all ages, he enjoyed bringing in the newest games for his customers to enjoy. He loved to laugh, make practical jokes and enjoyed visiting with his customers. A fan of the Miami Dolphins, he enjoyed watching football, playing chess, games and also enjoyed the great outdoors and fishing. He was a loving husband, father, son and brother and a friend to many. Always with a smile on his face, he had an easy going, outgoing nature and kind spirit and was good with people of all ages. Born April 22, 1956 in Illinois, Larry graduated from Madera High School, Madera, CA. and earned his Technician certificates in Electronics and Office Equipment Repair in Sacramento. He served in the U.S. Army as a Pvt. 1st Class from 1974 to 1976. He married Colena Ashby in Reno, NV., on his birthday, April 22 in 1981. The Staffords have made their home in Modoc County for the past 34 years, where they have reared their two daughters. Suffering from severe back problems, Larry retired at an early age and closed Village Video about a year and a half ago. He is survived by his wife Colena of Alturas; daughters Crystal Stafford, age 20 of Alturas and Wendy Stafford, age 23 of Chico; mother Barbara McNeeley of Alturas; sister Becki Ruiz of Alturas; brothers Bob Stafford of Oregon and John Stafford of Madera; sister Jennifer Rosen of Firebaugh, CA; brothers Dan and Dave Rosen of Idaho; sister Melissa Meng of Madera; mother-in-law Dee Ashby of Alturas and numerous other relatives. He was preceded in death by his father Fred Arthur Stafford in 1979. Family and close friends will gather for a memorial graveside service at the Alturas Cemetery on Friday, Sept. 19 at 2:00 p.m., followed by a reception at Faith Baptist Church, 810 West Carlos, Alturas. Kerr Mortuary is in charge of arrangements. The Veterans groups and Chaplain Dick Greene will conduct the memorial service. Memorials may be directed to the Larry Stafford Memorial Fund in care of Colena Stafford at Plumas Bank, 510 North Main St., Alturas, CA 96101. Barbara Scofield Former Alturas resident Barbara Scofield of Wessington Springs, South Dakota, died Sunday, September 7, 2003. She was 62. Barbara was born June 26, 1941 in Gardena, CA., to Joe and Agnes (Cvikel) Dolezal. She attended schools in the Gardena area. After graduating from high school, she married Texus V. Scofield in Gardena, CA. on February 7, 1959. They lived in various places during college and worked for the government. They arrived in Modoc County in 1965. When they retired in 1985, they relocated to Wessington Springs, SD. Texus preceded her in death on April 10, 1992. Barbara raised mini donkeys for 25 years in addition to working several different jobs. She enjoyed raising and caring for her animals, riding horses and moving cattle on the Devil's Garden and Warner Mountains, snow skiing, attended auctions and refinished antiques. She was an active outdoors woman, who was also a lifelong supporter of 4-H and FFA. An avid supporter and spectator of her children's and grandchildren's sports games, attending every game. She was a member of Legion Auxiliary of Alpena, SD, Elks, a 61-year member of Western Fraternal Life Association and a member of the American Donkey Association. She was a best friend and devoted mom and grandma. Grateful for having shared her life are her son, Curtis Scofield and friend Karen King of Alturas, CA., her daughter Dawn Luckett and husband Val of Wessington Springs, SD, three grandchildren Mace, Josh and Vance Luckett, Wessington Springs, SD; one brother Dan Dolezal and wife Mary of Big Sandy, Texas and one niece Susan Dolezal of Plano, Texas; her uncle Louie (Dorothy) Cvikel and aunt Albina Brown all of Southern California and many dear friends. She was a very active and busy person who will be missed by many. In addition to her husband, Barbara was preceded in death by her father in 1993, and her mother in 2000. A memorial service will be held in Modoc, during the latter part of December when her family will be together. Ruby Helen Goodwin Former Modoc resident Ruby Helen Goodwin, 94, passed away September 16, 2003 in Sacramento, CA Ruby was born in the Battlebend district of Alberta, Canada, the daughter of Rose (Fellers) and Percy John Killaly on March 5, 1909. As a child, Ruby and her family walked and rode by ox cart from Battlebend to the Pigeon Lake area south of Edmonton, where her family cleared and homesteaded a section of land. There she met and married her first husband Ray Telford. She had two sons, Ron and Lee, before divorcing. Ruby married lifelong Modoc resident Howard Pepperdine in Alberta, while he was working on the Alaskan/Canadian highway during WWII. Ruby moved with Howard to Modoc County, CA. in 1947, where she gave birth to her third son, Nolan Pepperdine. Howard's parents owned a ranch on Shields Creek and Howard and his father started Pepperdine Hunting Camp. Ruby helped manage the family ranch and Pepperdine Deer Camp in the Warner Mountains. After her second husband's death in 1958, Ruby continued to live in Modoc County until 1962, when she married Don Goodwin and moved to Chester, CA. There she worked at several restaurants and served as the head waitress for the Child's Meadows Resort for nearly twenty years and became a naturalized citizen of the United States. When her husband retired from Collin Pines, Ruby and Don bought a small ranch just outside Red Bluff, CA. There they tended to their many animals and gardens until Don's death in 1994. Ruby lived for a brief time in the City of Red Bluff until she moved to Sacramento. Ruby lived in Sacramento until her death this week. Ruby was well known for her sewing and baking skills. Her apple pies were specially requested by the Beach Boys singing group in the 70s. She also loved traveling from Broadway shows in New York to Disney World to the Grand Canyon, bowling, quilting and gardening. Ruby was one of the first women to climb unassisted to the Sulphur Mountain Chalet in the Alberta Rockies, 1945. She was active in Senior Gleaners, Retired Senior Volunteer Program and awarded the Tehama County Certificate of Appreciation for her volunteer services. She was preceded in death by sons Ron Telfrod and Lee Telford and stepson Carol Pepperdine. She is survived by her son Nolan Pepperdine; stepsons Milo and Philip Pepperdine; sisters Marie and Irene who reside in Canada; grandchildren Sharon Telford, Mike Telford and Ray Telford and seven great-grandchildren. Ruby will be greatly missed by her family and friends. A memorial service will be held at the home of Nolan and Lisa Pepperdine. ~~~~~~ Billie C. Reynolds Anita "Jean" Waters-Reynolds (Family Genealogy) http://www.rh2o.com (Modoc County Genealogy) http://www.rh2o.com/modoc/ --- Our outgoing mail is checked by Norton AntiVirus.

Obituaries: Gordon Leland Doss Life-time Modoc resident Gordon Leland Doss passed away August 24, 2003 in Alturas, CA. Mr. Doss would have been 87 today, September 11. He served his community well and contributed greatly to the safety of his country as a pilot during war time. Mr. Doss was recognized for "perfect service, dedication and pride" as a Star Route Carrier with the U.S. Postal Service for 50 years. Postmasters from as far back as World War II, supervisors, directors and the Postmaster from Reno honored Gordon by attending his retirement dinner in Fort Bidwell July 30, 1988. Gordon Leland Doss was born the eldest of three children on Sept. 11, 1916 in Reno, Nev., while his father Leland, was working the SP railroad shops. The family returned to their Ft. Bidwell home, where Gordon was reared and graduated from Ft. Bidwell High School. His mother, the former Verda Lunsford, was from a Modoc pioneer family. Gordon always loved driving from the time he was 11. He got started hauling freight for his father and in 1934 amassed enough to buy a $50 four-cylinder Star from B.N. Bock. Gordon met his wife Fern Ash, the first day back to school in Fort Bidwell in the seventh grade and vowed she was the one he'd marry. He and Fern were married in Reno on June 7, 1936. For a time, Gordon tried his hand at selling used cars in Alturas, driving a gas truck hauling from Bieber and in 1938, he went back to work for his father and also landed a mail contract of his own. He drove the Eagleville-Ft. Bidwell route, with 16 hour days, six days a week and Sundays spent working on keeping the equipment going. The route was switched in 1946, to the Fort Bidwell to Nubieber route, for which Gordon was responsible for 22 years. His last 22 years were doing the Fort Bidwell to Tulelake route. When a Civil Pilot Training course was offered in Alturas, Gordon enrolled and attended the ground school classe! s for two to three hours a night, making for long work days. In 1942, he had completed the training with 75 hours of flying and wanted to be a fighter pilot. He hitchhiked to McClellan Field in Sacramento to take and pass a flight officer training test and returned to Alturas to volunteer for the draft. He was sent to Maxwell Field, Alabama and later Georgia where he hoped to become a P-38 fighter pilot with the Army Air Corps. Because of his height, he was too tall to fit into the cockpit and was sent to bomber school. Commissioned a 1st Lt. he flew in the left pilot's seat. His crew called him "Pappy" as the eldest, at 26, as well as the tallest. Gordon was assigned to the 8th Air Force (490th Bomber Group, 849th Squadron, which also had the highest number of casualties during the war) and headed for England by way of Brazil and North Africa. His squadron was based at Eye Field, England and he landed there April 1, 1944. Thirty days later, he was on his first of 25 bombing! missions. While assigned to the Air Transport Command at Palm Springs when he returned, Gordon had the distinction of bringing the largest airplane to ever land on the tiny Alturas municipal airstrip --a C-47, on June 6, 1944, when his father was ill and his family called him to come home. His last mission was in a new B-17 on Sept. 25, 1944, somewhere over Germany, when flak repeatedly hit the plane, knocking out all the controls, except the rudder. Gordon told the Record in a 1981 story, he made it back "in a kind of glide all the way to England and when he landed, the whole airplane just about fell apart." While Gordon was a bomber pilot for three years, his wife Fern operated the freight and carrier route business. He was a hero to his younger brother Mick, who was 17 years Gordon's junior. From the time he was a young man, Gordon loved history and seeking out artifacts. He had always enjoyed restoring antiques, such as gas lamps and had quite a collection of rare items, he'd collected over the years. He also enjoyed hunting and was a lifetime member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post. He is survived by his brother Mick and wife Joanne Doss of Alturas, CA; sister Dixie Peterson of Klamath Falls, OR; sister-in-law Jane Stevens of Alturas, CA. and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife Fern and brother-in-law Charles Stevens and his parents. A private inurnment was held at the Ft. Bidwell Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3327 in Alturas. Kerr Mortuary in Alturas was in charge of arrangements. Harold L. 'Hal' Pearcy Harold L. "Hal" Pearcy, a former Alturas resident and State Building Inspector for Public Instruction, passed away August 27, 2003 in Ventura, CA. Not one to stand on ceremony, at Mr. Pearcy's advance request, no services will be held. Born on a farm in Kanarado, Kansas on May 31, 1915, and educated in Belleville, Kansas, he moved to California with his father Glenn Pearcy to work in the construction industry. It was in California where he met his wife of 63 years, Katharine Riley, at her mother's rooming house. The couple married November 8, 1940 in Los Angeles, CA. and moved to Tulare where Hal was to be a civilian-military flight instructor at Rankin Air Field, where he trained fighter pilots for World War II. He returned to Southern California to start their own plastering contracting business. Hal took a partner and moved the business to Lancaster in the early 1950s. Named "Get Plastered With Pearcy and Casey," it was the major construction company during the building boom in the Antelope Valley. Hal was very active in Rotary in Lancaster and donated countless hours of service to their causes. He was a lifetime achievement member of Rotary and AOPA member. He loved boating and water-skiing, motorcycles and flying, keeping his pilot license until the age of 70. He provided his family with many recreational opportunities, including horses for his daughters Jeanne and Carol. Mr. Pearcy became a state building inspector for public construction, supervising the Antelope Valley Hospital and College additions, the College of the Siskiyous additions and improvement projects at Alturas Elementary and Modoc Middle Schools in the mid-1980s. He donated many hours of inspections to Red Cross buildings. Hal was a frequent patron of the Beacon Restaurant in Alturas, when he joined fellow-construction pals, the late Frogs Ballard and Glenn Jobe for coffee. He was known as "the Grandpa" to daughter Carol's many child care charges. Hal enjoyed amateur video-taping and visiting with his family and friends. His contagious smile and sense of humor will be remembered by all who knew him. He was a beloved husband, father and grandpa. He is survived by his wife Katharine of Ventura; daughters, Jeanne Pearcy, Alturas, CA; daughter Carol and husband Bill Studt, Ventura, CA; sisters Margaret Balleweg, Canoga Park, CA and Glenna Joe Ucker, Encinitas, CA; grandsons Jeff Studt and wife Nikki of Ventura; Ryan and wife Rainy Studt of San Diego; granddaughter Lacy Ann Studt, Thousand Oaks, CA; nephews, George, Joe, and David Balleweg and Karl Pearcy; nieces Julie Balleweg, Joyce Ucker and many grand nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents, Glenn J. and Lena (Skeers) Pearcy; sisters Florence Douglas and Lena Mae Hartwell; brother Louis Pearcy, an infant twin sister; nephew Ken Pearcy, niece Patty Wittry. Memorials may be made to any charity of the donor's choosing or to provide a service project for a friend. Roy Swain Roy Swain of Adin, Calif. passed away at Fall River Mills, Calif. on September 6, 2003. Mr. Swain would have celebrated his 97th birthday, having been born on September 26, 1906 in Susanville, Calif. Always a hard and energetic worker, Mr. Swain was a buckaroo in his early days and worked on the George and Elmer Williams, Corporation and J.D. Flournoy ranches in Modoc County. He mined for gold at the Hayden Hill Gold Mine near Adin in 1944 and went to work for Edgerton Brothers Lumber Company in Adin. In later years, he was employed with the County of Modoc as the maintenance person, taking beautiful care of Adin's pristine park for 14 years, during the 1970 and 80s, until he retired. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge of Free & Accepted Masons. Mr. Swain was married on January 16, 1935 in Reno, NV. to Edith Smith Gordon. The two shared 53 years of marriage together, until her death in 1988. He was also preceded in death by his daughter Roselea Nelson in 2003. Pastor Destry Campbell conducted a graveside service at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 10 at the Adin Cemetery, Adin, Calif. Mr. Swain is survived by his son-in-law Glenn Nelson of Adin; granddaughter Susan Cull and husband Perry of Redding; grandson Alan Nelson and wife Kathie of Adin; granddaughter Kris Dodgen and husband Bryan of Adin; nine great-grandchildren and one great-great grandchild. Memorial donations to the Adin Ambulance fund, at P.O. Box 102, Adin, CA 96006, will be appreciated. Kerr Mortuary was in charge of arrangements. Ardis E. Doyle Former Alturas resident Ardis E. Doyle of Sacramento, passed away September 2, 2003. A native of California, she was born June 17, 1919 in San Francisco, Calif. The family resided for several years in Alturas, where Ardis' husband Richard "Dick" Doyle was manager for Bronson and Doyle John Deere Tractor Co., until their move to Sacramento in 1956. She still leaves friends in Alturas. Her husband preceded her in death. Ardis was the loving mother of Sharon D. Yuke of Sacramento, and Dustin F. Doyle of Roseville and loving grandmother of Robyn Richardson, Ryan Richardson, Matt Doyle, Marc Doyle and Eric Doyle. She will be deeply missed by her family and friends. Memorial services will be held at East Lawn Mortuary, 5757 Greenback Ln., Sacramento, Sept. 13, 2003 at 2 p.m. Remembrances may be made to The Ronald McDonald House Charities, Eagle Lake Memorial Fund, 2555 49th St., Sacramento, CA 95817. Ruth French Zimmerman Ruth French (McLaughlin) Zimmerman passed away at Methodist Hospital in Sacramento, California on August 19, 2003 at the age of 87. She will best be remembered as a very loving person with an accepting nature and a gentle spirit. She gave unconditional love to not only all of her family members but to everyone she knew. Ruth was born in Alturas, California in 1915 to Gertrude Payne and Robert French. The youngest of three children, Ruth was brought up in the newspaper business as her parents published the Alturas Plain Dealer. She was able to run a linotype machine at the age of 10 and used her knowledge of publishing in various careers her entire life. She was also a very successful athlete at Modoc High School and maintained that love for sports her entire life. Ruth graduated from the University of California, Berkeley in 1937 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Public Speaking; the first member of her family to graduate from college. She moved to Sacramento and became a proofreader for several newspapers and publishing companies. In 1949, she married Kenneth McLaughlin and had her only child, Dan McLaughlin of South Lake Tahoe. She and Ken divorced early and Ruth raised Dan as a single mother in an era when women could not get equal jobs or equal pay to men. In 1963, she married her soul mate, Ernest Zimmerman and supported his business, the Zimmerman Reading Clinic until his retirement in 1981. They remained devoted to each other until Ernie's death in 1983. She was also real close to her sister Dorris Scroggin of Medford, Oregon during her life. Ruth can be best described as having a pioneering spirit. She believed that a stranger was just a friend she hadn't met yet. She believed in herself and her abilities and passed that strength of character to her family and friends. She never judged a person on reputation but made her own opinions on what she observed. She judged people on who they were, not what other people thought they were. Ruth's never say die attitude was best shown in how she survived two major operations to live a very normal life. She had a Thyroid operation and in 1956 she became one of the first persons in the State of California to have an Illiostomy. A supposed debilitating operation, Ruth not only lived a normal life afterwards, she also traveled the state showing others facing the same operation, how to cope. She was truly an inspiration to all who knew her. She was past president of the Ostomy Association, member of the Sacramento Chamber of Commerce and very active later in life in the Widowed Persons Society and an avid Pinochle player. Ruth's true love in life was to follow the athletic careers of her son and grandchildren. She would regularly travel to South Lake Tahoe to watch the Sports Concern Softball team that Dan played on. She became the surrogate mother for all the players. She also made frequent trips to South Lake Tahoe to watch her grandson Shawn's Little League, Babe Ruth, high school baseball and volleyball games as well as granddaughter Shaylene's ASA softball, basketball and volleyball games. She was a particular fan of the volleyball teams her son Dan has coached over the years, regularly attending their matches in the Sacramento and Bay Areas. In later years, in Sacramento she enjoyed luncheon meetings with other 'old Modocers' and also attended the annual Modoc Picnic in Sacramento. "She and her parents made a difference in many public projects," states grade and high school classmate and friend Laura M. Putnam of Sacramento. Ruth is survived by her son Dan McLaughlin, daughter in-law Sue McLaughlin, grandson and granddaughter Shawn and Shaylene McLaughlin, all of South Lake Tahoe, California; niece Susan French of Davis, California; nephews Mike French and his children Jessica and Kimberly of Overland Park, Kansas and Terry Scroggin and his children Jenny, Joanna and Terra of Klamath Falls, Oregon; step daughters Charlotte Moellenbeck and Joanne Pottenger of Santa Fe, New Mexico; step grandchildren Dennis Pottenger and Janice Rush of Sacramento, California, Mike Pottenger of Los Angeles, California, Albert Moellenbeck of Omaha, Nebraska, Mary Kuehner of St. Louis, Missouri, Cheryl Tallman of Petoskey, Michigan and Joan Ahlers of Los Alamos, New Mexico. A Celebration of Life was held at Mt. Vernon Mortuary, 8201 Greenback Lane, Fair Oaks, CA. at 2:00 p.m. Friday, August 29. In lieu of flowers, the family would like donations to be given to the United Ostomy Association, Inc., 19772 MacArthur Blvd., Ste. 200, Irvine, CA. 92612-2405. Dawn Elaine Myers Thomas Creek resident Dawn Elaine Myers passed away at Modoc Medical Center in Alturas, Calif. on September 1, 2003 due to cancer. Mrs. Myers was 49. Born Dawn Elaine Jones in Long Beach, Calif. on September 22, 1953, she graduated from Poly High in Long Beach and Long Beach City College. She was trained and had worked as a certified nurse assistant (CNA) and also as a doctor's representative. A talented painter, Mrs. Myers also enjoyed crochet work as a hobby. She married Robin Myers in Las Vegas, Nev. on December 23, 1988. He preceded his wife in death on Feb. 24, 1997. Mrs. Myers had made Modoc County her home for the past 14 years. She is survived by her mother Ethel M. Kawagoe of Alturas; stepfather Frank Kawagoe of Alturas; brothers Micheal Lee Jones of Anaheim, Larry D. Jones of Alturas and Paul L. Jones of Alturas, CA; step-brother Randy Kawagoe, one niece Elaine Jones, nephews Harry Stanford, Michael Lee Jones, William Regis, all of Alturas; 10 great-nephews and seven great- nieces. Her husband's family resides in Las Vegas, NV. A private family service will be held at the family home in Thomas Creek. Memorials may be directed to the American Cancer Society, Redding Field Office, 3290 Bechelli Lane, Redding, CA 96002. Kerr Mortuary in Alturas was in charge of arrangements. ~~~~~~ Billie C. Reynolds Anita "Jean" Waters-Reynolds (Family Genealogy) http://www.rh2o.com (Modoc County Genealogy) http://www.rh2o.com/modoc/ --- Our outgoing mail is checked by Norton AntiVirus.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: HILL, Walter L. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/XW.2ADI/677 Message Board Post: Am looking for any information on my husband's uncle, Walter L. Hill. He was a mechanical engineer and is buried in Happy Camp Cemetery. His wife's name was Mary. The information I have is very limited. Would especially like to know his wife's maiden name, marriage date and place, and if they had any children. Thanks in advance. Janice

MARGUERITE BACON A Graveside Memorial Service will be held at a later date for long-time Orland resident Marguerite Bacon. Mrs. Bacon passed away September 3, 2003 at a Chico care facility. She was 80. She was born December 30, 1922 in Venice, Calif. where she attended school. She graduated from Alturas High School. She married Larry Bacon in Reno, Nev. in 1941. They lived in Orland where they owned a jewelry store for more than 31 years. She loved to play bridge and belonged to every bridge club you could imagine. She also enjoyed antiquing, traveling and dinners with her family at her grandniece's home. She is survived by her sister and brother-in-law Lorraine and Earl Mulkey of Lakeview, Ore.; nieces Darlene Samples and Jennie and her husband Loy Welch, all of Lakeview, Ore.; grandniece, Karen Dollarhide and family of Chico; grandnephews Keith Welch and family of Corvallis, Ore., Jeff Samples of Klamath Falls, Ore. and Roger Samples of Lakeview, Ore. Burial will be at Sunset Cemetery in Lakeview, Ore. Anyone wishing to make a memorial contribution may do so to the Just for Children Foundation or the American Cancer Society in care of the Brusie Funeral Home. Chico Enterprise Record - Saturday, September 9, 2003 ******* Does anyone have any info on this family? I have a Larry Bacon and Earl Mulkey, but no link to her. ~~~~~~ Billie C. Reynolds Anita "Jean" Waters-Reynolds (Family Genealogy) http://www.rh2o.com (Modoc County Genealogy) http://www.rh2o.com/modoc/ --- Our outgoing mail is checked by Norton AntiVirus.

Someone told me years ago, that 2 horses were taken to the top of Mt. Shasta. One died on the way up and the other was never the same after the trip and didn't live long afterward. I don't know how true that story is. I was told they packed them too heavy and didn't give them enough rest periods and that combined with the altitude is what did the damage. Sandy Owsley

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Eddy Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/XW.2ADI/676 Message Board Post: Since the facts were scrambled in the 1870's we've credited the wrong woman for being the first to climb Mt. Shasta. Harriet C. Eddy was the first, and I'm searching for a photograph of her. I have her obit, and have found her grave, but since next year is the 150th. anniv. of her history-making feat, I'd love to have an image to use in correcting the error. Perry Sims, The Sisson History Project

Obituaries: Dennis Boyle Former Modoc County resident Dennis Boyle of McCloud entered the Lord's presence on August 28, 2003 in Redding, CA. Dennis is survived by his wife of 40 years, Sybil, his son Mike Boyle of Alturas and his daughters Kasey and Molly Boyle of Redding and Mt. Shasta. Dennis also leaves daughter and son-in-law Kelly and Philippe Hammerness of Likely and grandsons Luke, Bill and Tyler Hammerness and Leslie Cummings and his brother, Jerry Boyle of Ft. Bidwell and Redding, CA. Dennis was born to Walter and Joan Boyle of Palo Cedro, CA on November 25, 1938. Dennis was a community minded person and served as Master of the Millville Grange #443 in Palo Cedro. He served on the North Cow Creek School Board and on the Modoc Joint Unified School District Board, Alturas. Dennis was a land developer, rancher and cattleman. In recent years, he was able to help a group of ranchers in Venezuela with a herd improvement program working with Beefmasters from the United States. Dennis was an avid sports fan and was involved with many sports programs over the years. He was great at critique and many kids were able to improve in their abilities, due to his sound teaching and practice of fundamentals. In most recent years, Dennis could be seen regularly walking the sidelines at football games, in the gym bleachers watching wrestling or basketball, or at the baseball park cheering for his grandsons. He was their number one fan. Dennis'ready smile and optimistic attitude will be remembered by many. A man of many friends, he will be missed. A Celebration of Dennis' Life will be held today, Sept. 4 at 11 a.m. at St. Joseph's Catholic Church. A fellowship luncheon will follow. Pastor Jerry Boyle, Dennis' brother, will conduct the Protestant memorial service. Condolences and remembrances may be sent to: Sybil Boyle, at P.O. Box 718, McCloud, CA 96057. Allen and Dahl of Redding was in charge of arrangements. ~~~~~~ Billie C. Reynolds Anita "Jean" Waters-Reynolds (Family Genealogy) http://www.rh2o.com (Modoc County Genealogy) http://www.rh2o.com/modoc/ --- Our outgoing mail is checked by Norton AntiVirus.

Mapleden is probably Maplesden and they were Scott Valley pioneers. I may be able to help if you want to contact me privately. One of my mother's sisters married a Maplesden. ----- Original Message ----- From: "Billie C. & Anita J. "Jean" (Waters) Reynolds" <r3346@dcsi.net> To: <CASISKIY-L@rootsweb.com> Sent: August 31, 2003 5:46 PM Subject: [CASiskiyou] Mapleden Family > Looking for anyone who may have some information on the subject family. > > Thanks, > > Billie > > ~~~~~~ > Billie C. Reynolds > Anita "Jean" Waters-Reynolds > (Family Genealogy) > http://www.rh2o.com > (Modoc County Genealogy) > http://www.rh2o.com/modoc/ > --- > Our outgoing mail is checked by Norton AntiVirus. > > > ==== CASISKIY Mailing List ==== > Siskiyou Co, California CAGenWeb > http://www.cagenweb.com/~eb/siskiyou/index.htm > > ============================== > To join Ancestry.com and access our 1.2 billion online genealogy records, go to: > http://www.ancestry.com/rd/redir.asp?targetid=571&sourceid=1237 >

BIG VALLEY GAZETTE - DECEMBER 6, 1894 Wm. Linton was found guilty of altering and defacing brands on cattle and sentenced to Folsom for one year. Wm. Allen pleaded guilty to the same charge and received the same sentence. A similar charge against Russell was dismissed. This ends the cattle stealing cases. BIG VALLEY GAZETTE - DECEMBER 13, 1894 THEY STOLE HOGS Lassen County is experiencing a boom in the criminal line. Allen and Linton have just been taken to Folsom for the period of one year for the illegal branding of cattle and now Melville Haskell and Henry Cloudhurst were detected and have plead guilty of stealing a couple of hogs belonging to Ed. Hart. They went to the Brophy farm, now the property of B. H. Leavitt, on Sunday evening last and killed two hogs, took them in a cart to Cloudhurst's cabin and dressed them. The following day evidence of the butchering remained on the ground and the cart tracks led to the cabin of Cloudhurst, who, when confronted with the charge confessed the crime and implicated Haskell with him, giving as an excuse that "they were hungry." They waved time, plead guilty yesterday in the Superior Court and Judge Masten sentenced them to Folsom for two years. - Lassen Mail, Dec. 6th. MARRIED PIERCE - DOWELL - At the residence of J. E. Niles, Adin, Cal., Nov. 29th, 1894, Samuel D. Pierce and Rosie M. Dowell, Rev. B. F. Moody officiating. BORN GIBBINS - In Alturas, Cal., Dec 5, 1894, to the wife of I. W. Gibbins, a daughter. The plans for the usual Christmas festivities at this place ate about completed. They will consist of turkey shooting during the day, and in the evening a Christmas tree in the church, after which a dance in town hall. Tickets to the dance will be 50 cents. J. D. Rose, teacher of the public school at Milford, was arrested lasted Tuesday by Constable W. H. Jennison for misdemeanor. He was brought to town, but allowed to go on his own recognizance, in the meantime the difficulty leading to his arrest will doubtless be amicably settled. - Lassen Advocate, Dec. 6th. The jury in the Hatch case, who was on trial in Woodland for train wrecking, brought in a verdict of not guilty. J. A. Crosby, who was here some time ago buying cattle, was arrested on a warrant issued in Tehama Co. charged with felony. The charge grew out of his cattle transactions. H. Winchell, charged with selling liquor to Indians, was bound over to appear before the Superior Court on the 22d inst. The trial of Appleman, who was arrested by Sheriff Parker last summer for complicity in the train wrecking during the strike, will commence in Woodland tomorrow. Arthur Jackson dropped in on us yesterday as he was starting for home and informed us that he had bought out his partner, Frank Reynolds, and will hereafter conduct the Steele Swamp ranch. - Alturas New Era. BIG VALLEY GAZETTE - DECEMBER 20, 1894 DIED HOLT - At Buntingville, Cal., Dec. 10, 1894, A. J. Holt, a native of Maine, aged 59 years. A social dance was given at the residence of A. C. Herrick last Friday evening in honor of the nineteenth birthday of his son, Charley. William Dean, an Indian, who murdered Wm. Baremare at Happy Camp, Siskiyou Co. on the 6th of this month, was taken out of the jail at Fort Jones by a mob a week ago this morning and hanged to a derrick. BATTLING WITH THE SNOW There is lots of snow between here and Sisson, and the mail carriers on that line are having a hard time of it. Mr. Hall who was due here last Saturday morning at 10 o'clock did not arrive until 3 o'clock Sunday afternoon, and stated when he arrived that the driver on the other end was twenty-four hours behind time in getting to Bartle's, and he waited there for him. W. E. Berry went out with the mail Monday and did not get back until last night, bringing the first mail from Sisson since Sunday. Mr. Berry says he had to leave his sleigh this side of Bartle's and make the rest of the trip on horseback, and as the other driver had not arrived Tuesday morning, he went on as far as Elk Lawn and met him. They now have a sled road from Bartle's to Elk Lawn, but from there on the mail is being carried on horseback and on snowshoes. - Fall River Mail, Dec. 14th. BIG VALLEY GAZETTE - DECEMBER 27, 1894 MARRIED BAGWELL - SWAN A quiet wedding was celebrated at the toll house, between here and Fall River on Christmas day, the contracting parties being A. C. Bagwell and Mrs. Emma Swan. Only the near relatives of the parties were present and at one o'clock in the afternoon Judge Schooler, in his usual impressive manner pronounced them man and wife. After the ceremony an excellent dinner was served to which those present did ample justice. The bride was formerly a resident of Plumas County and is highly spoken of by those who know her, while the groom is well known for his generous traits and genial disposition, possessed of those peculiar characteristics that make life one round of happy anticipation. The editor acknowledges the receipt of a bountiful supply of wedding cake and extends the heartiest congratulations to the married couple, accompanied by the best wishes for a life of uninterrupted happiness and prosperity. SNOW BLOCKADE A dispatch from Sisson, Cal. dated Dec. 22d, says: The snowfall during the last five days measures ninety-six inches. The road between this place and Dunsmuir is completely blockaded. The Methodist Church fell in yesterday morning and was followed by Bowler's livery stable, the Siskiyou Lumber and Mercantile Company's slaughter house, the Mount Shasta Manufacturing Company's warehouse and a building belonging to the Pioneer Box Factory. Numerous other small buildings have succumbed to the heavy snow. This is the heaviest snowfall since 1889. It is still snowing and a complete blockade of the railroad is the result. MARRIED BAGWELL - SWAN - Near Bieber Cal., Dec. 25, 1894, A. C. Bagwell and Mrs. Emma Swan, W. R. Schooler, Justice of the Peace, officiating. SMITH - CROWLEY - Near Lookout, Cal., Dec. 23, 1894, by Rev. Sylvester T. Reeve, Fred A. Smith and Ermina E. Crowley. WEDDING BELLS A large number of friends and relatives gathered at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. James Crowley, near lookout, last Sunday afternoon to witness the marriage of their daughter, Miss Mina, to Mr. Fred A. Smith, of Alturas. The bride was attired in a beautiful dress of cream colored Albatross cloth, trimmed with satin ribbon and lace of same color. It was made with a short basque and a train of graceful length. Ribbon in symmetrical loops extended from shoulder over front and back of basque down to and connecting with corresponding loops on each side of skirt and continuing the full length of skirt and train. Wide lace encircled the neck and draped in festoons over front of basque. The sleeves had full, deep puffs, reaching just below the elbow and connecting there with cream colored mitts. The head-dress consisted of a long white veil surmounted with a tiny bunch of apple blossoms, connected in front of the crown of the head, forming a complete circle. A handsome pair of black slippers completed the costume. The groom wore the usual conventional black, and the brides maid and appropriate dress of cream color. At 3 o'clock the bride and groom were ushered into the room attended by Miss Francis Smith, sister of the groom, and Mr. Robert Sloss, of Alturas, who acted as brides-maid and groomsman respectively. The ceremony was performed by Rev. S. T. Reeve in a most impressive manner, and after congratulations had been extended to the newly married couple, the guests were served with sumptuous dinner. The table was adorned with natural flowers besides the usual ornaments. Among the guests were Miss Ella Rachford of Alturas, Mr. and Mrs. E. S. Trowbridge, Mr. and Mrs. Perry Summers, Orrin Trowbridge, the Misses Nettie and Dessie Brown, Joe Leventon, Claude Brown and Harry Roberts. Of Lookout; Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Gibbins, Miss Emma Summers, Tom Dunlap, the Misses Mattie and Gertrude Woodin, Bert Woodin, Andrew Summers, Willie Paulk and Harvey Paulk, of Bieber; Andrew Bennefield, George Johnson, Ernest Durkee, Mrs. Clark Jonson, Mr. and Mrs. Morris, of Potter, besides the near relatives o! f the bride. The groom is one of the proprietors of the Alturas New Era and a genial, live and energetic young man, while the bride he has won is one of the most handsome, educated and refined young ladies in this part of the country. On Tuesday the young couple departed for Alturas where they will make their future home. Their many friends in this valley wish them lots of sunshine, prosperity and happiness. ~~~~~~ Billie C. Reynolds Anita "Jean" Waters-Reynolds (Family Genealogy) http://www.rh2o.com (Modoc County Genealogy) http://www.rh2o.com/modoc/ --- Our outgoing mail is checked by Norton AntiVirus.

Looking for anyone who may have some information on the subject family. Thanks, Billie ~~~~~~ Billie C. Reynolds Anita "Jean" Waters-Reynolds (Family Genealogy) http://www.rh2o.com (Modoc County Genealogy) http://www.rh2o.com/modoc/ --- Our outgoing mail is checked by Norton AntiVirus.

Gordon Leland Doss Life-time Modoc resident Gordon Leland Doss passed away August 24, 2003 in Alturas, CA. A private inurnment will be observed by Mr. Doss' family. He was to be 87 on September 11, 1916. He served his community well and contributed greatly to the safety of his country as a pilot during war time. The Record has plans to publish a complete obituary. Modoc County Record - August 28, 2003 ~~~~~~ Billie C. Reynolds Anita "Jean" Waters-Reynolds (Family Genealogy) http://www.rh2o.com (Modoc County Genealogy) http://www.rh2o.com/modoc/ --- Our outgoing mail is checked by Norton AntiVirus.

Researching John L. Bautista (1864-1927) JP genealogy website: http://www.ancestry-web.com/

I found out that Godfrey Library has the 1900 California Census online (happy dance). They don't have all of the states yet, but do have what looks to be all of California. Site <http://www.godfrey.org> and you do need a library card ($35. as I remember). Carol Native CA in TX Admin. of Callisch and Henrioulle Message Boards Searching for: Husband's Maternal lines: Callisch, Fiske, Leon, Henrioulle, Colby, Crocker, Sayler, Penney, Taylor, Lowe, Cavin, Laustalot, Van Lindt, Rymal, Beard Husband's Paternal lines: Weldon, Weaver My Maternal lines: Maynard, Dryer, B ence, Decker, Taylor My Paternal lines: Irving, Lewis, Cruttenden, Allen, Eldred

Obituaries: Terri Ann Martinez A beloved lifelong Modoc County resident, Terri Ann Martinez, went to be with her Lord on August 24, 2003 at her home in Alturas, California. She was 44 years of age. This lovely lady was born Terri Ann Cockrell on September 1, 1958 in Cedarville, California to Jim Cockrell of Lake City, California and Karen McDonald of Alturas, California. Terri graduated from Surprise Valley High School in 1976. She married the love of her life, Tim Martinez, on July 15, 1978 in Cedarville, California. Tim and Terri shared 25 years of marriage together and have three children; Tom, Reed, and Taren. Terri was able to spend her last few years as a homemaker which she thoroughly enjoyed as she was such a devoted wife, mother, daughter, sister and friend. She loved her family, friends, and Modoc County. Her passion for agricultural and family issues kept her busy working hard to promote positive change for the citizens of her rural community. Terri is survived by her husband Tim; children Tom, Reed and Taren of Alturas; parents Jim Cockrell and Karen McDonald; brothers Rob Cockrell and his wife Sheri of Yerrington, Nevada and Dean Cockrell and his wife Margie of Lake City; sisters Jessie Ferry and husband Rod of Lakeview, Oregon and Jaime Sullivan of Eugene, Oregon. She has many nieces and nephews all of whom will treasure their memories of their sweet Aunt Terri. Graveside services were conducted by the Rev. Dr. Ben Zandstra on Wednesday, August 27 at the Lake City Cemetery overlooking her childhood home. Many family and friends celebrated Terri's life at the Modoc District Fairgrounds in Cedarville. Donations can be made to the Terri Martinez "People Helping People" trust fund at Plumas Bank, 510 N Main. Dick Roberts Dick Roberts of Modesto passed away on Wednesday, August 20, 2003 at Doctors Medical Center, Modesto, CA, after a long illness. Dick was a native of Wallingford, Connecticut born on June 5, 1932. He moved to Sacramento as a young boy where he helped his father build the family home. He later acquired a passion for model railroading from his father, a blacksmith for the Southern Pacific Railroad. Following high school, Dick pursued another interest--car racing. He enjoyed racing modified hard tops and midgets. Dick's business career began with the Campbell Soup Company in Sacramento. In the 1960's he went to work for Servomation and became the District Operations Manager for the Northern California region. Seventeen years later, he achieved his dream of operating his own corner neighborhood store. He owned and managed Pop-N-Cork Liquors in Turlock from 1978 to 1996 and established enduring friendships with his customers. He won numerous awards for his model railroad and circus collections throughout the western U.S. His passion for his hobbies was demonstrated by the thousands of hours devoted to perfecting his miniature displays. His talents were featured in a recent Modesto Bee column. Dick was a member of Trinity United Presbyterian Church. He is survived by his wife, Dolores Roberts of Modesto; children, Rick Roberts and wife, Cynda, of Anchorage, Alaska, Kathy Dewberry and husband Bill, of Springdale, Arkansas, and Susan Roberts of Oklahoma City; seven grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. He was the brother in law of Raymond Mong formerly of Adin, Charlie and Josie Johnson of Alturas, Penny Rice of Torrance, Barbara Rice of Colusa, and J.C. and Naomi Caldwell of West Sacramento. A memorial service was held Sunday, August 23, at Trinity United Presbyterian Church, Modesto. Remembrances may be made to the American Heart Association, 1212 West Robinhood Drive, Suite 5D, Stockton, CA., 95207. John Floyd Cole John Floyd Cole passed away August 23, 2003 from a long battle with cancer. He was 56. Graveside services will be held on Friday August 29, at the Fort Bidwell Cemetery at 10:00 a.m. A potluck fellowship will be held at Golden's in Cedarville, following the service. He was born in Alturas,CA on May 6, 1947 to W.R. (Bob) and Esther Cole. Johnny lived and grew up in Fort Bidwell. He graduated from Surprise Valley High School in 1965 and Shasta Junior College in 1967. He married Connie Belding in 1968 and they had one daughter; Jonnie Annette (Muffet) Cole. They lived in the Reno area for a year while Johnny took flying lessons at Stead Air Base. Johnny spent over half of his life on the family ranch in Fort Bidwell working and running the ranch. He purchased the ranch from his parents in 1974. After the death of his mother Esther in 1975, Johnny later decided to sell the ranch to Cockrell's, Inc. in 1977. He moved his family to Chicago, Illinois and worked for Turner Construction as a field accountant with his longtime friend Jerry MacDonald. Johnny did not like the big city and after a year in Illinois Johnny and family moved back to Fort Bidwell and he managed the ranch for Cockrell's, Inc. In the 1980's he left Cockrell's, Inc. and went to work for L. Shultz Trucking as Leon's right hand man, managing the cattle, managing hay and bartending until he was no long able to do so. Johnny took flying lessons in Reno, Nevada. When he made his first solo flight to Elko, the Elko Control Tower directed him to land. They had him on their radar and cleared him to land. Johnny was flying over the deserted Carlin Airport and landed on the rundown deserted runway. He got out of the plane and had to throw rocks off the runway to be able to take off. After communicating with the Elko Control Tower, he found out they were watching another airplane on the radar and had mistakenly directed Johnny to land. So being Johnny, he circled up out of the abandoned airport and headed back to Stead. He took this in stride as he did many things in his life. Johnny was always willing to help anyone and went to many brandings. He was always there to help where ever he was needed. He had an exceptionally dry sense of humor that his close friends will never forget. He was an intelligent, sharp-witted man and an avid reader. His collection of books would fill a library. Johnny was at all times, his own man. What he did, he did in "Cole fashion." Johnny's parents and daughter "Muffet" preceded him in death. John is survived by Connie and her families, Uncle Floyd Smith and Aunt Betty of Alturas, Calif. and their families and special dear friend Linda Kemble and family. His many friends and family will dearly miss him. In memory of John, donations can be sent to the Hugh Currin House, 2601 Daggett Avenue, Klamath Falls, OR. 97601 or to the Fort Bidwell Cemetery District. ~~~~~~ Billie C. Reynolds Anita "Jean" Waters-Reynolds (Family Genealogy) http://www.rh2o.com (Modoc County Genealogy) http://www.rh2o.com/modoc/ --- Our outgoing mail is checked by Norton AntiVirus.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/XW.2ADI/675 Message Board Post: Looking for information regarding Timothy Fields Indian. Family found in the 1870 census--age 49--is a teamster. By age 50 he has died...wondering if there is any more information regarding him or his family...Were Indians buried in the same cemeteries with whites?

BIG VALLEY GAZETTE - November 1, 1894 A LUCKY ESCAPE W. C. Way met with a painful but happily not dangerous accident last week. Mr. Way is sawyer at the Rock Mill near Glenburn, in Fall River valley; and while at work sawing lumber, stooped down to pick up some bark which had lodged near the saw. While doing this his attention was in some manner attracted in another direction, and in turning about he shifted too near the saw and his left arm was caught by the teeth. The flesh was torn down from the shoulder to the elbow, the point of the elbow bone sharing the same fate. Dr. Rowley sewed the wounded arm and the patient is reported doing well. It was a lucky escape. BORN PENMAN - In Susanville, Cal., Oct. 20, 1894, to the wife of John Penman, a son. MARRIED FRAZIER - DUNN - InHoney Lake Valley, Cal., Oct. 15, 1894, S. L. Frazier and Miss M. L. Dunn. NEW ISSUE OF POSTAGE STAMPS The Bureau of Engraving and Printing has furnished the Post-office Department with its first proofs of the new stamp issued. The proofs show fine work and a good color. Thus far only 1, 2, and 5 cent dies have been run through the press. There are enough stamps now on hand, bought under the old contract, to supply the needs of the department till the first of October, at least, so there is no need of haste in turning out the finished work. The new stamps differ from the old ones in design in only one particular. In the old stamps the corners above the medallion are plain; in the new stamps these corners will contain a little triangular decoration. This throws the upper part of the stamp into bolder relief instead of giving it the effect of receding, as the present design does. The triangles, are intended also as a means of identifying the issues of the government presses from that of the American Bank Note Company. Still another change - not of design, but of color - may possibly come later. It has been called to the notice of the Postmaster General that at the meeting of the International Postal Union at Paris in 1878 a recommendation was adopted that all the powers represented there should give uniform colors to stamps of certain common denominations. The stamps in most general use everywhere were those corresponding to our 5-cent stamps for foreign postage, and those corresponding to our 1-cent and 2-cent stamps for domestic use, or for combinations to prepay a foreign letter. The colors decided upon were green for the ones, red for the twos, and blue for the fives. The purpose of this attempt at uniformity all over the world was to simplify matters for travelers and immigrants who were not familiar with the language of the country of their sojourn. Numberless cases of annoyance and delay occur through the ignorance of foreigners in America who do not understand English or our monet! ary units well enough to know whether they are stamping their letters to their correspondents at home correctly or not; and even as quick-witted people as Americans are bothered in like manner when they go abroad. As the colors used for stamps are merely arbitrary at best, it was believed the nations represented in the postal union would be willing to make such changes as might be necessary to bring all into line. Whether any considerable portion of these nations have responded to the proposal of 1878, and whether any action taken at later meetings of the postal union has changed the situation, is what the Postmaster General wishes now to find out. An inquiry is in progress which will probably be concluded in time for a report. - Washington special to the New York Evening Post. BIG VALLEY GAZETTE - November 8, 1894 DEATH After a short illness, James F. Bailey departed this life on the morning of November 6th. The deceased was born in Kentucky on the 19th day of November 1839. He crossed the plains first in 1852, returning east the following year, and again coming to the coast in 1854, since which time he has constantly resided on the Pacific slope. He came to this valley from Oregon about three years ago. He leaves one son, Lafe, to mourn his loss. The funeral took place yesterday at Hillside cemetery and was largely attended. BAILEY - In Bieber, Cal., Nov. 6, 1894, James F. bailey, a native of Kentucky, aged 54 years, 11 months and 18 days. ELECTION APPOINTEES TOWNSHIP OFFICERS Big Valley Township, comprising the Bieber, Providence, and Pit River precincts, cast the following vote for township officers: Justice of the Peace - Bassett 54, Estill 64, Packwood 46, Perkiss 67, Roney 94, Schooler 70. Constable - Conery 64, Dunlap 82, Gibbins 47, Wall 71, Waller 76, Woodmansee 60. MODOC COUNTY Modoc county elects every Democratic candidate, except their Assessor, to which office Salisbury, the Populist candidate is elected. The race between Morris and Auble for Supervisor is very close, and late reports give Auble a majority of four in the district. BORN SILVA - Near Hayden Hill, Cal., Oct. 30, 1894, to the wife of John Silva, a daughter. BIG VALLEY GAZETTE - November 15, 1894 MARRIED GARDEN - ELMORE - At the residence of the bride's parents, near Bieber, Cal., Nov. 14, 1894, George Garden and Miss Artie N. Elmore, Rev. Mr. Gilbert officiating. There was a quiet wedding at the residence of W. W. Elmore, on the west side, yesterday. Miss Artie, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Elmore, was married to George Garden of Shasta county, Rev. Mr. Glibert performing the ceremony. The young couple will shortly take their departure for Shasta county, where they will make their home in the future. ELECTION J. T. Laird of Alturas was elected Assemblyman from the district comprising Modoc and Shasta Counties. COURT S. D. Worden, who was on trail in Woodland for train wrecking, has been found guilty of murder in the first degree. BORN BALDWIN - In Adin, Cal., Nov. 3, 1894, to the wife of David Baldwin, a son. BIG VALLEY GAZETTE - November 22, 1894 COURT The case of Ida Ballew vs J. C. Lamburth came up before the Superior Court last Monday and the plaintiff failing to established a case, a non-suit was entered. A barn belonging to W. W. Elmore and situated across the road from the house on his place on the west side of the valley, caught fire about 10 o'clock yesterday morning and was burned to the ground together with 15 tons of hay which it contained. The orgin of the fire is unknown. S. D. Worden, the train wrecker, has been sentenced to death. The execution will take place at the Folsom prison on Feb. 12, 1895, unless delayed by an appeal which his attorneys threaten to take. While J. H. Wheeler of Lookout was bringing up a load of freight for E. S. Trowbridge last week, his wagon caught fire about 7 miles this side of Redding. The whole load was either destroyed or damaged; the wagon bed was also destroyed. BORN KNOX - Near Bieber, Cal., Nov. 11, 1894, to the wife of Noah Knox, a daughter. MILLER - Near Bieber, Cal., Nov. 18, 1894, to the wife of A. H. Miller, a daughter. BIG VALLEY GAZETTE - November 29, 1894 MARRIED TRUSSELL - SCHOLL - Near Johnstonville, Cal., Nov. 15, 1894, Meridan Trussell and Miss Nora Scholl. BORN NATHAN - In Susanville, Cal., Nov. 17, 1894, to the wife of Sol. S. Nathan, a son. DeBOIE - Near Merrillville, Cal., Nov. 12, 1894, to the wife of W. C. DeBoie, a daughter. MARCHBANK - In Susanville, Cal., Nov. 12, 1894, to the wife of R. B. Marchbank, a son. The residence of Lee Stone in the eastern part of the valley was completely destroyed by fire last Friday morning. A sewing machine was the only article saved from the building. ~~~~~~ Billie C. Reynolds Anita "Jean" Waters-Reynolds (Family Genealogy) http://www.rh2o.com (Modoc County Genealogy) http://www.rh2o.com/modoc/ --- Our outgoing mail is checked by Norton AntiVirus.

BIG VALLEY GAZETTE - September 20, 1894 Last Friday the residence of A. H. Miller, situated in the timber about 4 miles west of here, together with all its contents, was destroyed by fire. It was evidently the work of an incendiary, for the house was locked and the windows boarded up, the family having been away from there for several months. J. S. Cone, the well known merchant and baker of Red Bluff died a week ago last night. BORN HALEY - In Susanville, Cal., Sept. 8, 1894, to the wife of E. E. Haley, a daughter. BIG VALLEY GAZETTE - September 27, 1894 George Alexander, who was confined in the jail at Susanville on a charge of forgery, cut through the floor and walls of the jail and made his escape. MARRIED HOPKINS - SMITH - In Susanville, Cal., September 17, 1894, Chas. W. Hopkins and Miss Maggie M. Smith. TYHURST - WELLS - Near Richmond, Cal., Setp. 16, 1894, George Tyhurst and Mrs. Ida Wells. BORN SICKERMAN - Near Susanville, Cal., Sept. 18, 1894, to the wife of Gus Sickerman, a son. WINCHESTER - Near Susanville, Cal., Sept. 16, 1894, to the wife of L. E. Winchester, a son. DIED PACKWOOD - In Bieber, Cal., Sept. 23, 1894, Jeremiah Packwood, a native of Iowa, aged 49 years, 5 months and 13 days. OBITUARY JEREMIAH PACKWOOD Last Sunday afternoon at half past two o'clock the eyes of Jerry Packwood closed forever upon earthly scenes and his spirit took its flight to unknown realms. His death was not unlooked for, as he had been a patient sufferer for many months, during which time everything that human hands could do was done to alleviate the burden of his unhappy condition; and when at last he was summoned by his Maker, he was ready for the call; at peace with himself and all the world. Jeremiah Packwood was born in Des Moines County, Iowa, April 10, 1845. He was of a family of five children, on e sister and four brothers; his father and two brothers survive him. He was raised on his father's farm in Des Moines Co. Early in the sixties he crossed the plains with J. K. Packwood and others to Idaho in search of health, which he partially recovered, and was afterwards fairly successful in mining, which he followed for two years. From Idaho he went to California, returning home to Iowa via Nicaragua, Cuba and New York. He then engaged in farming, stock-raising and shipping stock to Chicago, with his father and brothers. In 1875 he made his second trip to the Pacific Coast in company with an invalid brother. On this trip he first visited Big Valley and formed a life long attachment for the hills and valleys of California. Both brothers returned to Iowa a year later and the deceased engaged in farming in Creston, Iowa. He once more turned toward the Golden Gate, Arriving in this State in 1882 and for about two years resided with his brother in Sonoma Co. From 1884 to 1890 he spent his time between Sonoma and Lassen counties. In June 1890 he engaged in the mercantile business in Bieber which he continued until May 1894, when he sold out the business and all his interests in Lassen Co. to his brother, A. J. Packwood, on account of failing health. Deceased was greatly attached to the I.O.O.F., having been a member of Big Valley Lodge, No. 285, and North Star Encampment, No. 74. He also occupied the position of Pastmaster at Bieber at the time of his death. The funeral took place from the residence of J. K. Packwood Monday afternoon at one o'clock. Funeral services were conducted in the church be Rev. S. T. Reeve, and the body was laid to rest in the Hillside cemetery, the Odd Fellows burial service being used at the grave. Deceased was liberal and large hearted, being ever ready to assist the distressed and needy. He had well learned the lesson that "it is more blessed to give than to receive," and the large attendance at the funeral testifies to the esteem in which the deceased was held in this community. _____________ As Sam Dollarhide was driving the stage out of Redding Saturday evening, the vehicle turned over with him a short distance out of Redding. The stage falling on top of him, he lay there unconscious for nearly an hour before he was discovered and taken back to Redding. BIG VALLEY GAZETTE - October, 4, 1894 The large and elegant residence of Ben Neuhouse in Willow Creek valley was completely destroyed by fire a week ago today. The origin of the fire is not known. The tax rate in Modoc County for this year has been fixed at 1.80 per 100. BORN WATSON - Near Bieber, Cal., Oct. 3, 1894, to the wife of H. C. Watson, a daughter. MARRIED KIME - DUNHAM - In Susanville, Cal., Sept. 24, 1894, Albert H. Kime and Mrs. Maggie B. Dunham. BIG VALLEY GAZETTE - October 11, 1894 Nothing of Births, Deaths, or Marriages BIG VALLEY GAZETTE - October 18, 1894 SAD ACCIDENT Leonard Bassett Falls From A Horse and is Seriously Injured Death Relieves His Suffering One of the saddest accidents that we have been called upon to chronicle, occurred in our town Monday afternoon shortly after 4 o'clock and resulted in the death of Leonard Bassett, the fifteen year old son of Mr. and Mrs. I. W. Bassett. The boy was helping Carlos Whitmore drive a horse through town, they were going at full speed and when about 70 years from the tin shop, his horse stumbled and fell on his knees; the stop was so sudden that it threw the boy forward to the ground with great force; his head striking the ground and causing a serious fracture of the skull besides other internal injuries. The boy was picked-up unconscious and with blood streaming from his nostrils and was taken to the Bieber Hotel, where Dr. Thrailkill was called to attend him. The Doctor pronounced the injuries fatal and Dr. Cate, who was also sent for, concurred in the opinion and at half past eleven o'clock that night the boy breathed his last without regaining consciousness. Isaac Leonard Bassett was born in Big Valley on the 9th day of February, 1879. He was strong and robust, of steady habits, and promised to make a man of sterling qualities. His sudden death cast a gloom over the entire community and the funeral, which took place in Hillside cemetery next day, was largely attended by sorrowing and sympathizing friend of the bereaved family. DIED BASSETT - In Bieber, Cal., Oct. 15, 1894, Isaac Leonard Bassett, aged 15 years, 8 months and 6 days. Word was received here this week that Llewellin, the 13 year old son of Dewitt C. Brownell, while out hunting with some boys neat his home in Waldo, Or., last week, fell over a log and his gun was accidentally discharged, the charge entering both his hands and badly lacerating one of his arms, some of the shot also taking effect in his face. The injuries, although quite serious and painful, are not dangerous, and the boy is doing well as can be expected. BIG VALLEY GAZETTE - October 25, 1894 BORN Born Oct. 20, 1894, in Gouger Neck, to the wife of R. J. Butts, a son. Born to the wife of Geo. W. Eads, Oct. 23d, 1894, ten pounds of baby boy. VOGT - At Richmond, Lassen Co., Cal., Oct. 18, 1894, to the wife of J. H. Vogt, a daughter. MARRIED DODGE - GRASS - In Susanville, Cal., Oct. 14, 1894, George A. Dodge and Miss Emma Grass. DIED EPLEY - Near Buntingville, Cal., Oct. 14, 1894, Thomas R. Epley, a native of Michigan, aged 58 years and 8 months. DIETERS - Near Buntingville, Cal., Oct 18, 1894, Ernest Dieter, aged about 17 years. ~~~~~~ Billie C. 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BIG VALLEY GAZETTE - September 6, 1894 POSTAL REFORMS A movement has been inaugurated by a company of prominent business men in Chicago looking to a reform in postal rates so as to better equalize the gains and losses on the different classes of mail matter handled by the government. Thus it is proposed to reduce letter postage to 1 cent per ounce and merchandise to 8 cents per pound, and to charge 8 cents per pound on all paper bound books, trashy literature and advertising matter which has heretofore enjoyed the privilege of transmission in the mails at the rate of 1 cent per pound. We have favored the reforms proposed for some time, and have hopefully looked forward to a consummation of them. But while agitating for postal reform, would it not be well to ask for a much needed change in the registry system, looking to compensation for losses during transmission of such matter in the mails. A valuation placed upon registered matter by the sender, and a charge for postage in proportion to such valuation, would, in our opinion, be best calculated to secure both government and sender; the former being paid for the risk assumed, while the latter would more gladlt entrust his valuables to the mails and feel secure in their transmission. One other thing that should be proposed is the removal of the restriction to the weight of any package offered for transmission in the mails. There is no branch of the government that is more important to all the people than the P. O. Department, and any change proposed, in the nature of a reform, should be speedily adopted. DEATH Chas Lee Cole, 14 years of age was drowned in Susan River, near Susanville, while bathing a week ago yesterday. COLE - In Susanville, Cal., Aug 29, 1894, Charles Lee Cole, aged 14 years and 28 days. SPENCER - At Janesville, Cal., Aug 26, 1894, Moses T. Spencer, a native of Missouri, aged 48 tears. BORN LOOMIS - Near Bieber, Cal., Sept. 3, 1894, to the wife of Geo. W. Loomis, a son. VanRIPER - Near Susanville, Cal., Aug. 26, 1894, to the wife of E. A. Van Riper, a son. Deputy U. S. Marshal Arnold of San Francisco and Sheriff Parker of Alturas arrested Jim Selvester and Geo. Short near Pitville Monday for counterfeiting. The plant with which the nefarious business was carried on was also captured. Counterfeit money has been circulated in this and Fall River valley for nearly a year, and the men arrested had been under surveillance for some time. BIG VALLEY GAZETTE - September 13, 1894 DEATH T. W. Southard, formerly a resident of this part of the valley, died in Adin last Saturday. OBITUARY A telegram was received here Monday that W. S. Huston of Woodland, father of Mrs. W. D. Morris and brother of Mrs. Mary E. Craig, of Craig, Cal., was dying. Another today states the he died Sunday, Sept. 9th, 1894, at 1:45 P. M. Mr. Huston was a pioneer to this coast and has followed an active mercantile life until the last few years when he was stricken with paralysis. He has been married twice, the first wife being a Miss Emma Robertson, Daughter of Mrs. D. Purrott of this place. The issue was three children, John and Will Huston, of Fresno city, and Mrs. W. D. Morris of this place. The second marriage was to Miss S. A. Laugenour and the issue being Walter, Arthur, Edward, Harry and Bertha - one daughter being dead. He was buried under the auspices of the Ancient Order of United Workmen. Another noble character laid to rest - requiem acternam dona eis Domine. God's finger touched him and he slept. Pure in life, prepared for death, his career rounded and complete, crowned with the love and respect of all, this kind and loving father, devoted and grateful husband, benevolent and charitable neighbor, took his journey beyond the clouds. All of us, sooner or later, must claim from the living, that tender recognition which we now bestow on the dead. For our hearts, "Like muffled drums, are beating Funeral marches to the grave." Walter Scott Huston has only gone nearer the Eternal Light - has but crossed the lowlands to dwell higher up. He is dead; though ripe in years, he died all too soon. "His spirit drifted away on the bosom of that dark and shadowy river" that flows with resistless sweep into the shoreless sea. "We are born, we laugh, we weep, We love, we droop, we die; Ah, wherefore do we laugh or weep? Why do we live or die? Who knows that secret deep? Alas! Not I." W. D. M. SOUTHARD - In Adin, Cal., Sept. 8, 1894, Thomas W. Southard, a native of Tennessee, aged 58 years, 3 months and 10 days. SULLIVAN - In Adin, Cal., Sept. 12, 1894, Mary, only child of Mr. and Mrs. M. Sullivan, age 2 years, 3 months and 15 days. DAVIS - At Johnstonville, Cal., Sept. 5, 1894, John Charles Davis, aged 70 years, 4 months and 11 days. JOHNSTONE - At Amedee, Cal., Sept. 3, 1894, Cora Aline, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Johnstone. BORN CANTRALL - Near Richmond, Cal., Aug. 27, 1894, to the wife of S. L. Cantral, a son. ~~~~~~ Billie C. Reynolds Anita "Jean" Waters-Reynolds (Family Genealogy) http://www.rh2o.com (Modoc County Genealogy) http://www.rh2o.com/modoc/ --- Our outgoing mail is checked by Norton AntiVirus.

Inez Eileen Carpenter Long-time Siskiyou County resident, Inez Eileen Carpenter, passed away at her home on Aug. 20, 2003. Inez was born Aug. 5, 1928 in Pitville, to Winfred and Lovie Carpenter. She worked in the health care profession as a nurse for more than 50 years. She was an avid reader and loved her pets and pygmy goats. Her family enjoyed her sharp wit and good sense of humor. Inez enjoyed playing cards and games with her family as well. Survivors include her sister, Pauline Vestal of Montague; her brother Forest Carpenter of Lakeview, Ore.; and numerous nieces and nephews. Inez was predeceased by her parents; two sisters; and seven bothers. A graveside service will be held 11 a.m., Aug. 22 at the Pine Grove Cemetery in McArthur. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to the American Lung Association, 2732A Cohasset Road, Chico, CA. 95926. Girdner Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements. Yreka Paper - Saturday, August 23, 2003 ~~~~~~ Billie C. Reynolds Anita "Jean" Waters-Reynolds (Family Genealogy) http://www.rh2o.com (Modoc County Genealogy) http://www.rh2o.com/modoc/ --- Our outgoing mail is checked by Norton AntiVirus.

BIG VALLEY GAZETTE - JULY 19, 1894 BORN BIEBER - In Bieber, Cal., July 15, 1894, to the of N. Bieber, a daughter. BIG VALLEY GAZETTE - JULY 26, 1894 It is rumored at Canby that the Indian, Sam Springer, is ashamed of his recent matrimonial venture. We should think he would be. - Alturas New Era. The following note was handed us yesterday evening with the request to send it to the Misses vineyards: "Dear Friends: Only a word to say. Our darling is gone. Died at 15 minutes to four. Funeral at 3 P. M. tomorrow. Yours, Rob." The above refers to Miss Lena Ranklin and was written by her brother. Miss Rankin has been sick some time with that dread disease, consumption, and while death was not altogether unexpected, it was none the less painful. We are informed that the young lady made a brave and courageous fight to live, but death - relentless death - swayed all human efforts. She was 19 years old and leaves a host of friends who deeply mourn with the bereaved relatives. (Lookout, July 25th). LENA MYRTLE RANKLIN After a struggle of many months, death came at last to the relief of Miss Lena Myrtle Rankin, and on Tuesday afternoon, at fifteen minutes to four o'clock, her spirit winged its flight to the everlasting life above. Miss Rankin was born in Missouri on the fourth day of November 1874, and moved to California with her parents in 1887. In June of last year, the family came to Big Valley, in the hope that the bracing mountain air would restore the daughter to health; but that dread destroyer, consumption, had made such inroad upon her constitution, that neither the change of climate, the attention of physicians, nor the tender care of family and friends, could longer stay the hand of death. Miss Rankin was a model young woman and earnest Christian, looking hopeful and without regret to her coming dissolution. She was of such an amiable and unassuming disposition, that during her short sojourn in this valley, she had won the esteem and love of hosts of friends who sincerely mourn her loss and earnestly sympathize with the bereaved family. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Mr. Reeve at the late residence of the deceased, yesterday afternoon at two o'clock, and the remains were afterwards taken for interment to the Hillside cemetery, followed by a large concourse of neighbors and friends. DIED RANKIN - Near Bieber, Cal., July 24, 1894, Lena Myrtle Rankin, a native of Missouri, aged 19 years, 8 months and 20 days. FORD - In Vina, Cal., July 22, 1894, Thomas Parks Ford, a native of Ohio, aged 62 years, 7 months and 29 days. THOMAS PARKS FORD We were shocked yesterday morning to receive the sad intelligence that Thomas P. Ford was no more. >From the meagre report received we learn that he died rather suddenly at Vina, Tehama county, last Sunday evening, from an attack of quinsy. His remains were taken to Sacramento and buried with masonic rites yesterday. Mr. Ford was born in Ohio 52 years ago. He came to California in the early fifties and was more or less in public life. He conducted the Mountain Tribune at this place for 11 years, during which time he made many friends and became well known throughout this northern country. He sold out here last fall and left for Sacramento to take a position in the Internal Revenue service of the Government, and was but recently stationed at Vina. He leaves a wife and step daughter, Mrs. Geo. H. Knight, on this coast, and a number of relatives in the eastern states to mourn his loss. BORN NEBEKER - At Hayden Hill, Cal., July 9 1894, to the wife of J. W. Nebeker, a son. WHITEMAN - At Hayden Hill, Cal., July 24, 1894, to the wife of Harry Whiteman, a son. BIG VALLEY GAZETTE - AUGUST 2, 1894 BORN HUBER - Near Bieber, Cal., July 27, 1894, to the wife of Anton Huber, a son. McCOY - In Adin, Cal., July 31st, 1894, to the wife of C. J. McCoy, a daughter. ELLEDGE - At Johnstonville, Cal., July 23, 1894, to the wife of J. Elledge, a daughter. TREGASKIS - In Secret Valley, Cal., July 17, 1894, to the wife of E. W. Tregaskis, a son. BIG VALLEY GAZETTE - August 9, 1894 Willow Ranch is looming up as a mining district. D. Mapes, who owns one of the mines in that district, was in Alturas last Monday and was exhibiting several buttons consisting of gold and silver that was extracted from quartz taken out of his mine. He says the ledge is seven feet wide and increases as depth is reached. Mr. Mapes has been sinking a shaft on the vein and at a depth of 14 feet encountered water and was unable to proceed further. He intends to go further down on the mountain side, run a tunnel and tap the ledge some distance below where the shaft is located and thus drain the mine. He will ship some of the ore by freight wagons to Reno and expects to realize big returns from the output, as the rock assayed $150 to the ton. - Alturas Hearld. BORN PROULX - Near Bieber, Cal., July 30, 1894, to the wife of Isidore Proulx, Sr., a daughter BIG VALLEY GAZETTE - AUGUST 16, 1894 BORN LEE - Near Bieber, Cal., August 15, 1894, to the wife of W. H. Lee, a daughter. SUMMERS - In Lookout, Cal., August 10, 1894, to the wife of Perry Summers, a daughter. Jesse Parman of Eagleville, candidate for sheriff, came here yesterday. J. Madden, for Treasurer, came today. Mr. Parman says he is meeting with considerable encouragement. No man in Modoc county has more friends than Johnny Madden, and he will be a sure winner. BIG VALLEY GAZETTE - August 23,1894 Last Sunday the Dime Museum people intended to raffle off the bear, which they had traded for with Dr. Rowley in Fall City. They chained the bear up in the yard of Brownell's store Saturday evening, but next morning, lo and behold, bruin was missing. He had slipped his collar during the night and made for part unknown. A search party was organized, but all efforts to find him proved futile. It is hinted that it was a trick bear, and that he will make his way back to Dr. Rowley to be traded or sold to the next show that comes along. BIG VALLEY GAZETTE - AUGUST 30, 1894 DIED Jacob Zophy, uncle of Mrs. Conery, died suddenly of heart disease in Fall City Sunday morning. He was over here on a visit Saturday evening and returned to the Falls Sunday morning. About half an hour after his arrival there he was found dead in his room. Sheriff Parker and Dr. Woodbridge stopped in Lookout Friday night on their way to the Napa asylum with Sherl Wilson. ~~~~~~ Billie C. 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