WEDNESDAY, MAY 7, 1919 DEATH OF WM. MILTON It is not your correspondent's custom to write obituaries, yet upon occasion it would not be out of place and no partiality shown. William Milton was born in East Bourne, England, August 15th, 1840; died in Cedarville, April 28th, 1916 (should be 1919). Having passed the three score years and ten of the Scriptures by more than eight years. Mr. Milton came to America in 1854 and four years later united with the Baptist Church upon profession of faith in Christ. Just a few days before his death, in conversation with the writer, Mr. Milton expressed himself as firmly believing that the Bible furnished the only foundation that will stand the test in all trying times of life. Father Milton came to California in 1859 and was married to Parthena Carson in 1864. This companion in deed and in truth was taken from him by the Grim Reaper some 36 years ago. Eight children were born of this union, seven of whom are still living. Mrs. A. L. Porterfield, Charles G., Mrs. Clara Westcott, Mrs. Gerte Hotchkiss, Wm. Milton, Pearl L. Milton and Mrs. Ethel Hotchkiss. The sincere ties of affection bound the parent and children together. No one can point to the children and say "you did not honor your father and provide for him in his old age." The writer remembers many a companionable hour spent with Father Milton in the harvest fields of Surprise. Friends and neighbors laid the body to rest in the Lake City cemetery Wednesday afternoon under the direction of Undertaker Frank Kerr. W. A. Heard George H. Penland, of this place has been quite ill for the past several weeks. Mr. Penland is 86 years old, and the result of serious illness at that age is always doubtful. SERIOUSLY ILL Thos Jones, Sr. of this place, went over to his ranch on Sand Creek to do some work last week, and while alone there was taken sick and was in bed for two days without food and water when E. J. Beebe happened to come along and stop at _he _use and found him in a very serious condition. He was brought to town and everything possible done for him, but we are informed that his condition is very critical, and owing to his advanced age, his recovery is regarded as doubtful. LITTLE DEAN PASSES AWAY Mr. and Mrs. D. J. Benner, of this place, received a telegram from Selma last Thursday stating that little Dean, son of Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Mayfield, formerly residents of this place had passed away on the evening of May 1st. the little fellow was about one year old and no details of his death were given. The Record, along with many other old time friends tenders their heartfelt sympathy in their hour of sorrow to the bereaved parents. Mrs. Chas. Decious, of Bidwell was visiting her sister, Miss Gay Delmas last Sunday, and shaking hands with old-time friends. NOTICE - We request that those who are circulating scandalous reports about my family would either prove the reports or hold their peace. Mrs. James Riley Kesner Perry, son of Mrs. Mary A. Perry, arrived home from overseas where he was with the famous fighting 91st division. He like the rest of the soldier boys was mighty glad to get home. Card of Thanks - We desire to extend our thanks to those who so kindly favored us during the late illness and death of our father, William Milton. Mr. and Mrs. O. D. Hotchkiss Mr. and Mrs. Ollie Hotchkiss Mrs. A. L. Porterfield W. L. Milton J. P. Milton Mr. and Mrs. I. N. Jacobs celebrated their golden wedding anniversary at Lake City Wednesday. They were married at Lake City and have lived there continuously ever since. Mr. and Mrs. Jacobs built the first log cabin in what is now Lake City, and is, in fact, a pioneer of pioneers. May they live long and in the enjoyment of health and other good things of this life is our sincere wish. Born - Near Cedarville, Cal., May 2, 1919, to the wife of Elbert Vernon, a son The 1. W. W.'s are sending bombs through the mails to prominent people throughout the United States, and seventeen of the death dealing instruments have thus far been detected in the mails, and it is probable that several lives will be snuffed out. How long the government will stand for that kind of work remains to be seen. WEDNESDAY, MAY 14, 1919 Zetus Spaulding, of this place, met with a bad accident yesterday morning. He started for Gerlach with a four-horse team and when near Cottonwood hill the leaders became frightened and started to run, when one of the lines broke. The horses, released from control circled around cramping the wagon and throwing Mr. Spaulding off the seat, the wagon wheel passing over his left arm, breaking it at the elbow, and he was held in such position that he was barely able to keep his head from being run over by the wheel. His arm was badly shattered but he is getting along as well as could be expected. DEATH OF MRS. O. S. GOOCH The passing of Mrs. Gertrude Gooch to the life beyond on May 8th marks also the passing of a noble Christian character to the reward that awaits the faithful. For more than forty years, she lived her life among the people of Surprise Valley, in a plain, simple and unassuming way. As a mother, her interests clustered round her children and her home. She sought to give her children every comfort that her circumstances and position in life would warrant. Her Christian character shone with many an unselfish deed. He r home was always open to welcome any one who chose to come, and her hospitality was as boundless as her love for Christ and His work. She was sympathetic to the extent that the burdens, cares and heartaches of others were shared by her and in many instances during the time the writer has known here, she has in practical ways relieved and cheered the burdened and distressed to the limit of her ability. If the veil could be lifted and she were to send a message to her many friends and loved ones it would be the sentiment of these lines: "I go to life and not to death; From darkness to life's native sky; I go from sickness and from pain; To health and immortality; Let our farewell, then, be tearless; Since I bid farewell to tears; Write this day of my departure; Festive in your coming years; For toil there come the crowned rest. Instead of burdens, eagle's wings; And I, even I, this life-long thirst; Now quench at everlasting springs." She was an active member of the Methodist Church at Cedarville and lived a humble Christian life worthy of emulation. Gertrude Thorp was born in Ogle County, Illinois, Dec. 26th, 1855; came with her parents to Surprise Valley in 1874. She was married to O. S. Gooch, July 10, 1875 at Susanville. After residing about three years in Reno, Nevada, she with her husband came back to Surprise Valley, where she has lived ever since. There is left to mourn her loss, a husband, O. S. Gooch, three sons, Frank D., Guy W. and Roy Gooch, also two daughters, Mrs. Belva Coffman and Mrs. Gladys Wentzell. Two sisters, Mrs. E. C. Gooch of Los Angeles, Cal., and Mrs. Mary Cutts, of Portland, Oregon survive her. She died at her home after an illness of only a few days at the age of 63 years, 4 months and 13 days. G. J. Wentzell Card of Thanks - We desire to thank the many kind friends who assisted us during the illness and death of our wife and mother. O. S. Gooch and family Mrs. Jessie Grove, wife of E. H. Grove, of Eagleville, died last Sunday evening, her death being due to childbirth. The babe also died, and the funeral will be held at Eagleville today. She will be sadly missed in the community where she has resided all her life, and where she was held in the highest esteem. The Record along with a host of friends, extend sympathy to the bereaved husband and relatives in their sad bereavement. WEDNESDAY, MAY 21, 1919 DEATH OF A. C. LOWELL Albert Carrol Lowell passed away at his home in Fort Bidwell Friday morning, after an illness of several months, and on Saturday funeral services were held under the auspices of Northeast Lodge No. 266, F. and A. M. of which he was an old and highly honored member, and the remains were taken to Oakland where they will be laid to rest beside those of his son, Walter. A. C. Lowell was born in Chesterville, Maine, August 3, 1849, and was married to Miss Eliza C. Gorham, Feb. 6, 1878. The result of the union being two sons, Walter R. Lowell, who died some years ago, and Chester G. Lowell, who recently returned from army service at Camp Lewis. In June 1880, Mr. Lowell came to Fort Bidwell, where he has resided ever since. Mr. Lowell was one of the pioneer merchants of the county, and many poor people of Bidwell have reason to rise up and call him blest, for despite his strict business principles his bigness of heart would not permit him to allow any worthy distressed to be suffering from want, and to them his heart and hand were always open. He was a man whose brilliance of mind and fine conversational powers made friends of all with whom he came contact. He was alive to the interests of his community and to his fellow man; he is one who will be sadly missed for years to come. He leaves to mourn his loss a sorrowing wife and one son, Chester, to whom the people of the entire valley extend their sympathy to in their sad bereavement. In speaking of Mr. Lowell at the funeral services, Rev. Bowman said; "No greater monument can be erected to the memory of a worthy man, than one, the material of which, he, himself provided, in the performance of good deed and kind actions. When Mr. Lowell extended the helping hand, it was not with flourish to challenge publicity, his alms-giving was not accomplished by the sound of the trumpet, his kindness were not advertised in glowing headlines, but with simplicity of action and sincerity of purpose the good wherever the genuineness of the appeal was such to inspire him with faith in its worthiness. But kindnesses are hard to hide under a bushel, and though performed would ostentation, the light of his living deeds shone throughout the large circle of his acquaintances. So, may we not sorrow as one who is cut down when his life work is but begun nor but partially accomplished, but rather bid him a peaceful "goodnight" as one who finished hes days work and retires to rest." A report reached here last Sunday evening that Wm Page of Eagleville had died suddenly, but we are glad to state that the report proved erroneous. Born - Near Eagleville, Cal., May 18, 1919 to the wife of Wiley Allen, a son Chad McCormick and wife of Eagleville left for Lakeview last Monday, on a visit to Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Young, Mrs. McCormick's parents. Mrs. Elsie Cressler and daughter, Miss Elma, of Kansas, cousins of Wm. T. Cressler, arrive here last Friday and will visit Mr. and Mrs. Wm. T. Cressler for a time. Dr. Chas Tinsman, of Adin, was here last Friday brining with him Mr. and Mrs. John Conklin. Mrs. Conklin underwent a surgical operation for appendicitis, by Drs. Tinsman and Coates, and it is reported she is doing well at present. WEDNESDAY MAY 28, 1919 Married - In Cedarville, Cal., May 27, 1919, Morris Rosendahl to Miss Nina M Neasham, the ceremony being performed by Judge S. C. Hayes. The Record extends congratulations to the newly wedded couple. Born - In Cedarville, Cal., May 24, 1919, to Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Yrbarren, a daughter. The little one lived but short time, and the remains were buried in the Cedarville cemetery Sunday morning. The bereaved parents have our sincere sympathy. Sam Baty, who was shot in the arm a few some days ago by Ol Jacobs in Warner, about water, is getting along nicely, and the wound is only a slight one. Mrs. J. L. Chase, one of the pioneer residents of adin passed away at her home there last Thursday. She was a most estimable woman and her loss is deeply deplored by her many friends. The trials of D. W. Baty vs San Francisco Cattle loan Co., and the slander suit of Towle vs Bonner comes off before the Superior Court next Monday, commencing June 2nd, and a bunch of trial jurors have been subpoenaed to be on hand to try the cases.