WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 1919 CARD OF THANKS We desire to hereby express our thanks to those who kindly assisted us during our sad affliction in the death of our husband and father, Frank Peck. Mrs. George Beeson Dewey Peck Pearly Peck Mrs. Frank Peck AMEND HONORABLE Last week the record stated that John Largent was the happy dad to a charming little daughter. Report reaches us that it ain't so and that John has purchased a pump shotgun and a Winchester rifle and with a big club is camping on our trail with the avowed intention of stringing our hid on the fence. We'll just be dog-goned of we know what to do to get out of this mess, as the report reached us thru the medium of four good looking and somewhat husky women, and if we jump 'em about it there will be a rumpus, and if we leave it go as it is there will be another rumpus, so there you are. We're putting a whole lot of trust to providence just now. A SAD TRAGEDY Last Friday the people of this place were startled on learning that Frank Peck of Eagleville was dead, from poison, it is claimed, and that his wife had attempted to take her own life by cutting her throat with a razor. Coroner Kerr held an inquest over the remains of the dead man, and the jury returned a verdict that death had been caused by the administration of poison by parties unknown. The remains of Mr. Peck were interred in the Eagleville cemetery last Sunday afternoon, large number of his old time friends attending the last sad rites. Frank Peck was a man of steady habits and highly respected by all who knew him and his sudden and tragic death is deeply regretted. Mrs. Peck's wound is not considered critical and she was brought to the Sanitarium here Sunday, and if nothing unforeseen occurs, she will soon recover. There are many rumors afloat regarding the tragedy, but the following facts were brought out at the Coroner's inquest; It seems that Mr. and Mrs. Peck had finished supper and Mrs. Peck left the house, presumably to go to a neighbor's to see about getting him to help dig a well. In the meantime, Mr. Peck was attacked with violent convulsions, similar to those caused by strychnine, shortly after which Ernie and Neva Cook came to the house and at once gave the alarm. Among the first to get there was Richard Cook, who called Dr. Kennedy and others, and Mr. Peck requested them to call his wife and when she came in, Mr. Peck is reported to have said to her that "she knew who poisoned him," which she denied, and rushed into another room and got hold of a gun which was taken from her, then she picked up a razor and went out of the house and tried to destroy herself by cutting her throat. Sheriff Poore and District Attorney, Laird came over and searched for evidence of any kind, but we understand that no poison of any kind was found. The stomach of the dead man was sent below for analysis and the result of that will, no doubt, determine as to what caused his death. Murder is a grave charge, and in the absence of any definite proof it would be well to withhold judgment, for it might be that grave injustice would be done. It is a well-known fact that at times during the past 15 years, Mr. Peck has been subject to paroxysms that threatened his life and often lasted for an hour or more each time. It is one of those sad and regrettable tragedies that at some time or other occur in every community, and the same charity should be extended to the accused as would be asked by the accuser under similar conditions. The analysis of the stomach will tell the tale. Mrs. L. A. Wallace departed last week for Oakland, where she will remain for the winter months. Her health has been quite poorly for sometime past. J. O. Kafader has been confined to his bed for the past several days, suffering with liver complaint. We are pleased to state he is slowly improving now. Mrs. Bertha Church and son, Rollin spent several days visiting at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ira Phillips, from the Cressler ranch in Warner Valley, where he is employed. M. L. Likins and wife departed last week for the southern part of the state, where they expect to spend the winter and possibly locate. Mr. Likins recently disposed of his mail contract from Bidwell to Adel, Ore., to Jesse Allenwood. Born - Near Cedarville, Cal., nov. 4, 1919, tot he wife of Frank Burns, a son. The Lassen Advocate reports the marriage of Miss Annie Rily, of this place, and Bryan Joslin, last week. J. F. Cole and wife expect to leave here this week for the lower country, where they expect to obtain medical treatment for the latter. Mrs. E. C. Coffman returned here last Monday from Arkansas where she spent the summer, and reports having a most enjoyable time. Married - At Alturas, Cal., Oct. 25th, 1919, Miss Thelma May Phillips to Joseph Denson. The bride is the daughter of Ellery Phillips of this valley and their many friends wish them success on their voyage through life. While boring, a well at Fallon last week, boiling hot water was struck at a depth of 286 feet, and flowing thirty gallons per minute. Pretty good even if they didn't strike oil, as it will warm up matters any way. Howard Hedgepeth arrived home last week from a trip to the lower country and reports every thing looking well down that way. While below Mrs. Hedgepeth under went an operation for appendicitis and is still in the hospital at Chico, and getting along nicely and Mr. Hedgepeth will go down in a few days and bring her home. WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 1919 DEATH OF MRS JOHN FRITZ The sad news of the death of Mrs. Josie Fritz, wife of John Fritz, Jr., at Fresno, was received some days ago. No details of her untimely death, other than she died during childbirth. The babe, a little girl, survives her mother. Their many friends here deeply sympathize with the bereaved ones. Married - At Alturas, Cal., at the Baptist Parsonage, Nov. 1, 1919, Darwin K. Cloud and Miss Lillian Harris, both of this place, Rev. Speed officiating. The newly wedded couple are popular young people of this section, and a host of friends wish them much happiness and prosperity. Mrs. J. F. Kerr and little daughter, of Cedarville, are spending several days at the home of Mrs. Kerr's parents, mr. and Mrs. G. C. Smith. Frank Conlan and wife and little nephew, Ivan Myers, have been visiting relatives here for several days from their place at High Rock, Nev. Joel Allen and family spent Sunday night at the home of Mrs. Allen's mother, Mrs. Leary. Joel and family expect to depart for Marysville and vicinity Thursday. Chas H. Fee and Wm. Crow autoed to Klamath Falls last week. They were accompanied over by Mr. Pleasants, of Portland. Mr. Pleasant is a brother of Mrs. F. M. fee, and has been visiting here for some weeks past. Percy Kafader, son of Mr. and Mrs. C. D. Kafader, arrived from Fresno last Thursday. Percy brought back with him a bride of a few days. His many friends were greatly surprised and wish them a very happy and prosperous future. Born - In Cedarville, Cal., Nov. 6, 1919, to the wife of Al Campbell, a son. Born - Near Lake City, Cal., Nov. 9, 1919, to the wife of Roy Hobbs, a daughter. We are informed that the stomach of Frank Peck, which was taken below for analysis, was found to contain strychnine. Dr. Meredith was called to Lakeview last Sunday as a witness or medical expert, where a Basque was shot by a man named Fisher. Jesse Parman and wife came up from Eagleville last Monday on their way to Lakeview to visit their son, Leslie Parman, who now resides in Lakeview. Mrs. Thrailkill departed for her home in Portola last week after a few weeks visit with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. G. R. Stimers. Miss Emmeline Stimers accompanied her and will spend a few days there. WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 1919 MODOC'S HONOR ROLL Following is a list of those who made the supreme sacrifice in the World's War, from Modoc County, as per list furnished me by the proper authorities. KILLED IN ACTION Peter Christiansen, Surprise Valley William R. Morrow, Alturas Edward Smith, Cedarville DIED OF WOUNDS Thos. G. Harvil, Adin Frank C. Woodmansee, Lookout CAMP DEATHS Manilo, L. Feraris, Alturas Marvin Hintz, Alturas William Reginal Miller, Alturas John A. Wall, Alturas I have also received what are known as "Golden Scrolls" issued by the Governor of California, for the above named persons to be delivered to the nearest relatives there of. I have there at the Superior Judges' Chambers, for delivery as directed by the Governor. Please write me where to send the same or preferable call at my chambers and I will deliver the same. Yours Very truly, Clarence A. Raker Judge of the Superior Court. Walter Johnstone left last Saturday for the Wilbur Springs where he will remain for a time in the hope of getting relief from their rheumatism, with which he has been suffering for the past several months. Frank Green accompanied him. NOTHING FOUND Some little excitement was created here last Sunday morning when two young men, Dollarhide and Roberts reported finding a large quantity of blood, bloody clothes and other things that caused them to think that a murder had been committed near the Leonard Baths. A posse at once went out and after a careful examination could find nothing else and decided that probably, some hunter had killed a coyote, which accounted for the presence of the blood. We have been informed that Geo Parman and son have purchased the Alex Weilmunster ranch near Lake City. This is a very fine ranch, and no doubt under its new management will be made one of the finest homes in Modoc County. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Ash and little daughter, Fern, Monday departed for Berkeley to be at the bedside of Mrs. Ash's father, E. P. Sessions. Mr. Sessions has been seriously ill for several days, suffering from pneumonia, but a telegram Sunday stated he was somewhat improved. Frank Gooch moved up to Mrs. Belva Coffman's ranch last week and will conduct it during the next year. It is one of the good ranches in the valley. Mrs. Lawrence Herron left for Colfax last week to enter the Sanitarium for tuberculosis treatment there. Her husband accompanied her as far as Reno. Robert Turner and Frank Page last week purchased the wood saw of Doss and Jacobs and are now ready to perform surgical operations on any woodpiles that might need their services. D. L. Shirk came in from Guano, Nev., a few days ago and reports the erection of a dam on Zetus Spaulding's place that will control a large body of water for irrigation purpose. WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 1919 The little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. E. A. Peterson has been very sick for the past several days but is greatly improved now. Geo Parman, Frank Conlan and Marcus Pantogas were Lakeview visitors Thursday and Friday. They were called over as witnesses for Laxague Bros. We have not learned as yet the outcome of the case. COMMITTED SUICIDE Lest Bonner committed suicide at Richmond last week by shooting himself thru the head with a rifle. It seems he had resigned his position with the Government and had engaged in speculation, which afterwards appeared to him to be unprofitable, which so preyed upon his mind that he became despondent, and while in that mood he committed the rash act. He was highly esteemed in Modoc were he had lived for many years, and last summer her surveyed the new road between here and Alturas, and the news of his unfortunate end came as a great shock to his many friends. Born - In Cedarville, Cal., Nov. 13, 1919, to the wife of Lawrence Goodwin, a daughter. Married - At Cedarville, Parsonage, November 22nd, 1919, Maxwell J. Neilon, of Lakeview to Marie Brown, of Lake City, Rev. Nelson, officiating. Wm. Nickerson arrived here on a furlough last week on a visit to his sister, Mrs. P. McDaniels. He has re-enlisted in the service and will soon join his company. Dennis O'Brien, one of the oldest residents of Modoc was over from Alturas yesterday shaking hands with his old friends. Despite his four score and eight years he is as active as many younger men. A private letter from Mrs. Frank McClintock states that they are now living at 432 South 15th Street, San Jose, and all are enjoying themselves in the land of sunshine and flowers, where they have purchased a home to spend the winters. Their many friends here are pleased to know that they are enjoying the blessings of good health. If our memory serves us right all the Surprise Valley boys who went into service have returned from the army and training camps, except Pete Christiansen, who was killed in battle at the Argonne, Forest and Emery Kafader, died of disease. Surprise Valley, well as Modoc County, was indeed fortunate in having so few of or brave boys killed in the bloody was just ended. Married - At Oroville, Cal., Nov. 25, 1919, Leon R. Stanley to Miss Melba Post, both of Westwood, Cal. The groom is the son of ye editor and wife and is employed in the Publicity department of the Red River Lumber Company, and the charming little bride occupies the position of Cashier of the Red River Lumber Company. They will return to Westwood about the 1st of December to resume their duties, and take up their residence at 319 Elm Street. May God bless and prosper them.