DECEMBER 4, 1918 A QUIET WEDDING Married - at the home of the bride's parents, near Cedarville, cal., November 27, 1918, Samuel Garrett and Miss Carrie Hobbs, Rev. H. D. Harkins, officiating. The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Horace Hobbs, of this place. She is a young lady of many graces of mind and person, who is capable of filling the home she will adorn with happiness and will prove to be truly a companionable helpmate. The groom is considered one of our substantial and worthy young men. The wedding was a quiet affair, only relatives and intimate friends being present. The Congratulations on the happy event are numerous and the record adds its hearty good wishes to those being so freely extended. THREE FUNERALS DURING THE WEEK The remains of Joseph Stevens arrived here last Sunday, accompanied by Everett Stevens, his brother. Joseph Stevens was a son of the late Ward Stevens and wife, and died from influenza at Crowley, Washington on Nov. 19, and the body was interred last Monday. He was raised in this valley where he was well liked by all but of late years, he has lived in the north. He leaves several brothers and sisters to mourn his loss and to them the sincere sympathy of the people of this valley is extended. Ira Allen, son of J. C. Allen, passed away here last Saturday morning, his death being caused by influenza and other complications, and the remains were interred in the Eagleville Cemetery, last Sunday, Rev. H. D. Harkins, of this place conducting the services. His remains were followed to their last resting-place by alarge number of relatives and friends. He was born and raised on his father's farm near Eagleville, and he was well liked by those with whom he came in contact, and by whom his death is deeply regretted. He leaves a wife and several children, besides a father and several brothers and to them the Record, along with numerous friends extends sympathy their sad bereavement. Miss Cassie Johnstone of this place received a telegram last Monday morning stating that Lloyd Chapman and wife had both died that morning at Reno from influenza. Lloyd's many friends here were shocked to her the sad news. He was a graduate of the high School here and was a self made man in every way, having worked his way through the schools here and also at the Reno University, and by his strict attention to business had gained the confidence of his fellow men, and at the time of his death was holding a responsible position for a large company at Reno, and everything pointed to a bright future before him. Two children survive the unfortunate parents. We understand that Miss Bright Wood and brother, Sam are among the late flu victims. Married - At Alturas, Cal., Nov. 26, 1918, John Wesley Raine and Mrs. Edith Willetts, both of Lake City, Cal. By Rev. Harry E. Clark at the Baptist Parsonage. Born - At Cedarville, Cal., Dec. 3, 1918, to the wife of Ray Perry, a daughter Born - Near Cedarville, Cal., Nov. 23, 1918, to the wife of Frank Burns, a son. Dr. Gibson and wife were over from Alturas this week, attending the funeral of Joseph Stevens, Mrs. Gibsons' brother. We understand that there are a good many cases of influenza at and around Bidwell. Most everybody around here has had the blamed thing, and we extend sympathy to the people of our sister town. Wm Rinehart came in from Guano last week and reported but little snow out that way. He was accompanied home by his wife, who has been with her aunt, Mrs. H. C. Lighty, for the past month, under going a siege of the flu. We understand that there is a move on foot to place a marble monument in the courtyard at Alturas on which will be engraved the names of all the boys of Modoc who went into the army service. That would be a graceful compliment to the boys who were willing to sacrifice their lives in their country's cause. CARD OF THANKS - We desire to express our sincere thanks to all for their kindness and sympathy extended during our late sad bereavement in the death of our brother, Joseph Stevens, Mrs. Lily Gibson, Everett Stevens, Alex Stevens. DECEMBER 11, 1918 DEATH OF CHARLES G. LEWIS Charles G. Lewis, formerly of this place, passed away at Napa, Cal., last Monday, his death being caused by influenza. About six years ago, he was married to Miss Pauline Smalls, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. E. B. Smalls, of this place, and for the past two years has been in ill health and moved to the lower country in the hope of benefiting it. He was highly esteemed by all with whom he became acquainted, and his many friends deeply sympathize with his wife and little babe in their sad affliction. The remains will be brought here and interred. ACCIDENTLY SHOT Last Friday, Allie Benner was accidentally shot in the arm by Sid Cogburn. They were killing hogs at the Benner ranch and the plan was to shoot two hogs and clean them, and then kill two more. Sid had already shot one and Allie jumped in the pen to "stick" it when Sid blazed way with a 22-rifle at another hog. As he pulled the trigger, the hog that Allie was "sticking", made a vicious lunge which caused him to throw out his arm and the bullet struck him in the right elbow, making a very painful wound. RESOLUTIONS Whereas, the Supreme Ruler of the Universe has seen fit to take from our midst our beloved Neighbor, Hans H. Finmand, and Whereas, A home has been bereft of the love and care of a kind father and loving husband and Whereas, the circle of our Camp Fire has been shrouded in gloom by the loss of a beloved Neighbor. Therefore, beit resolved that Eagleville Camp, No. 16608, M. W. of A. extend its heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved family of our deceased neighbor and be it further Resolved, that a copy of these resolutions be presented to the family of our deceased neighbor and that a copy be spread on the minutes of the Camp and that a copy be furnished the Surprise Valley Record for publication. Com: E. B. Groves C. E. Brown L. V. Parman Jack Pabst arrived here from Reno last Friday and took back with him three of his little children. It will be remembered that his wife died on the 27th of October from influenza and he is just now recovering from that disease. CAR OF THANKS - We desire to hereby tender our thanks to our neighbors and friend who so kindly assisted us during the late illness and death of our husband and son, Ira Allen. Mrs. Ira Allen J. C. Allen Arthur Stiner returned Monday from Gerlach, where he took his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Stiner and Mrs. Arthur Stiner and Children, who were enroute to Porterville, where they will spend the winter. We wish them a pleasant visit and safe return. Mrs. Bethel Tuttle received a German helmet from France one-day last week that created quite an interest. It was sent to her by her husband, H. C. Tuttle, who picked it up on the battlefield in France. It was lying by the side of a dead German to whom it had evidently belonged and gave evidence of having seen hard usage. It is somewhat cumbersome thing and weighs four pounds and unless hit squarely by a bullet would not be penetrated. December 18, 1918 Jim Tahem on of Miller & Lux vaqueros, had his feet frozen on Thanksgiving day and was brought in from Nevada last week and has been under medical treatment and Saturday Dr. Meredith amputated a toe and part of the right foot, and he was sent to the Bidwell Indian agency last Sunday. OUR HONORED DEAD The following is a list of the boys from Modoc to have made the supreme sacrifice; Thomas Harvey, of Adin, Clifford Harter, of Tule Lake and Edison Lakey, of Adin. Died of Disease: - Emery Kafader of Bidwell; Manuello Ferraris of Alturas and Marvin R. Hintz, of Davis Creek. All honors are due to those boys who lost their lives in defense of our homes and liberty. They gave their all, while we at home gave only a few paltry dollars, and as a fitting tribute to their memory, we would suggest that the Board of Supervisors have a suitable tablet prepared on which will be inscribed the names of our departed patriots and the same placed in the courthouse. OBITUARY The remains of Charles Lewis arrived here from Napa last Saturday and laid to rest in the Odd Fellows cemetery, the funeral services being conducted under the auspices of the Cedarville Lodge No. 249, I.O.O.F. , of which he was highly esteemed member, assisted by Rev. H. D. Harkins, pastor of the M. E. Church. Charles Green Lewis was born in Downing, MO. On May 6, 1882 and died on Dec. 9, 1918 at the age of 36 years, 7 months and 3 days. He was married to Miss Pauline Smalls on Nov. 16, 1910, only one child being born to the union. He came to Nevada at the age of 19, and from there to Cedarville, California. But owing to ill health, he went to Oakland, Cal. He leaves to mourn one sister and five brothers, one serving in the U.S. Army in France. One going before him. A mother and father, Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Lewis, also an aged grandfather all of Downing MO. And a wife and little babe of Cedarville. Born - At Eagleville, Cal., Nov. 30, 1918, to the wife of M. A. Morley, a son Mrs. May Buick arrived here Monday from Redding on a visit to her parents, Mr. and Mrs. S. C. Hayes. DECEMBER 25, 1918 Claude Heard is ill with the influenza and pneumonia. The whooping cough is well scattered in Lake City and vicinity. Mrs. Allie Benner received a message last Sunday evening from Reno stating that her son, Herman Street, was critically ill with the influenza, at that place, and if she wished to see him alive she should come immediately, and she, accompanied by her husband, left for that place, going by way of Alturas. Their many friends trust that she may find Herman improving when she reaches his bedside. Elmer McCulley and wife left yesterday with Fred and Roy Stanley for Denio, where they will spend Christmas with Mrs. McCulley's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Stanley. Mrs. J. F. Sims, of this place, received a letter last week from her son, Louis, stating he had been wounded in a battle on the 10th of November. His many friends will be glad to know that his wound is not serious.