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August
1924
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Wednesday August 6, 1924
Visit Parents
Vern Linville, wife and son, and Mrs. Cockrell were over from Alturas last
Sunday visiting Mrs. Linville's parents, Mr. and Mrs. E. A. Powers of
Eagleville.
Passing Of Harry D. Cook
The sudden death of Harry D. Cook last Wednesday morning was a sad shock to his
many friends. He had been around as usual and on Tuesday afternoon helped in the
hay field. During the night he however, suffered from a severe pain in the
region of the heart and in the shoulder, and in the morning arose as usual, but
when called to breakfast, he stated that he did not care for any, and seated
himself in a chair from which, a moment later, fell to the floor. He was picked
up and placed in his bed, but was evidently dead when placed on the bed.
His remains were laid to rest in the Eagleville
cemetery Thursday afternoon, the funeral ceremonies being conducted under the
auspices of Surprise Valley Lodge No. 235, F. &A.M. of which he was an esteemed
member. Harry Cook was born in Missouri and was about 54 years of age. In 1896,
he married to Miss Mattie Hornback, who passed away about five years ago. He was
a man well liked by all a good neighbor, a stanch friend and a loving husband
and father. He leaves to mourn his loss six children, Lyle, Madge, Fern, Carol,
Neal and Elmer and on brother, R. F. Cook, and two sisters, Mrs. Seyton Baker
and Mrs. Henry Hughes to whom the record, along with many friends extend
heartfelt sympathy in their sad bereavement.
Another Pioneer Gone
By the passing of Peter Peterson at Santa Ana on July 24th, at the home of his
daughter, the ranks of the old pioneers of this valley were still further
depleted, and of the first settlers of this valley only a few remain. Mr.
Peterson was born in Ohio in 1839, and was over 84 years of age. He, with his
wife came to Surprise Valley in 1864 being one of the first settlers in the
valley. The name of Peter Peterson will always be associated with the early
history of the valley, as it was by such stalwart men as he that the valley was
transformed from a salvage wilderness to the beautiful place it now is. He
represented Modoc County in the Assembly one term, and always enthusiastic for
those things that tended to advance the interests of the county. He was highly
esteemed throughout the county and his many friends tender their sympathy to the
sadly bereaved ones. He leaves several children to mourn his loss, Mrs.
Josephine Brown, Mrs. Emma Cardwell, Mrs. Elizabeth Sargent, Charles, Harry,
Edward and Alvaro Peterson.
Dr. Kennedy removed the tonsils of Clyde Gooch last week and he is getting along
nicely.
Mr. and Mrs. H. E. Rinehart and Miss Dorothy Rinehart made a visit to Westwood
last week.
Miss Edna Finmand had her tonsils removed last Saturday by Dr. Kennedy and is
reported to be getting along splendidly.
Wednesday August 13, 1924
Not A Complete Paper
Wednesday August 26, 1924
Joe Franklin one of the pioneer residents of Lakeview, died at Berkeley last
week.
Fred Martin Passes
Fred M. Martin, well known throughout the valley and one of our highly esteemed
residents, passed away at Fort Bidwell last Monday after an illness of nearly
two months. His many friends regret to hear of his death and extend sympathy to
the two sons who are left to mourn his death.
Marion Hughes Passes
Marion Hughes, former County clerk and prominently known throughout Modoc, died
at Alturas on the 11th inst., after an illness of only four days, death
resulting from pneumonia. Marion Hughes was a most exemplary man and was held in
the highest esteem by his many friends and who deeply sympathize with his wife
and family in their sad affliction. His remains were laid to rest in the Alturas
cemetery, the funeral service being conducted under the auspices of the Masonic
Lodge, of which he was a highly honored member.
Worthy Couple Married
On Sunday evening, august 10th, after church there was a little service at the
parsonage, in which two young persons were much interested, Miss Jewel Claire
Finley, of Gerlach, became the wife of Ben L. Johnson. The bride was accompanied
by her mother and brother and the Rickseckers, guests of the "Manse" were
present. The short form of the ring Service was used and the ceremony was
delightfully impressive. Many friends join in wishing Mr. and Mrs. Johnson
unbounded happiness and prosperity.
Wednesday August 27, 1924
Death Of Frederick M. Martin Frederick M. Martin died
at Fort Bidwell, Cal., Aug. 18, 1924, of typhoid fever and complications, aged
56 years, 5 months and 2 days. He was a native of Newport, Vermont, and came to
Surprise Valley at the age of fifteen years.
He was married October 24th, 1894, to Vinnie B.
Garrett. To this union was born four children: Merrill M., Uva O., Eldred T.,
and Joseph F. In 1911, death called his wife, leaving him alone to care for his
children, two of whom since passed away; Uva O., who died Jan. 26th, 1921 and
Eldred T., Dec. 17, 1921, victims of the flu epidemic. He leaves Merrill M. and
Joseph F. of a once happy and prosperous family. Fred, as he was best known to
his friends, was a man of sterling character and will be greatly missed in the
community where he lived for so long.
Services were held Wednesday, Aug. 20th, at the church,
conducted by Rev. Shoemaker. He was laid to rest in the family plot in the Fort
Bidwell cemetery under the auspices of W. O. W. Lodge, of which he was a charter
member.
Card of Thanks
We wish to thank the many friends who gave so generously of their time and
sympathy during the ten long weeks of the suffering and passing of our father
and brother, especially to Dr. Coates, who was untiring in his efforts. Merrill
M. Martin Joseph F. Martin W. T. Garrett Mrs. M. L. Fitzgerald Mrs. George
Bucher
Born
In Cedarville, Cal., August 17th, 1924, to Mr. and Mrs. Sydney Harris, a
10-pound son - Edward Lynn Harris
Mrs. Gladys Wentzell underwent an operation on her arm some days ago by Dr.
Kennedy, and was greatly benefited.
Garden of Eden
Well, by gum, they're now trying to locate the old original Garden of Eden in
Nevada. Nevada has gold, silver, copper iron, and gypsum mines as well as
hoboes, bootleggers and we see no earthly reason why she shouldn't have a Garden
of Eden or two within her borders.
Mrs Emeline Dodson Dead
Mrs. Emeline Dodson, 89 died Saturday morning at the home of her daughter, Mrs.
George Wells after an illness lasting several months. Mrs. Dodson was the widow
of William Dodson. She was a native of Illinois and had lived in California 64
years and in Selma 32 years. She is survived by four sons and three daughters:
F. A., J. N., J. C. Dodson of Selma and L. M. Dodson of Washington, Mrs. George
Phillips and Mrs. George Wells of Selma and Mrs. A. B. Hughes of Whittier.
Funeral services were held at 4 o'clock at the First Christian Church here, Rev.
George F. Tinsley officiated. Burial was in the Selma Cemetery. Byrne and
Robinson had charge of the arrangements. She with her husband came to Cedarville
in 1864 leaving there in 1892 and coming to Selma. - Selma Irragator.
Last Monday morning Joshua Strief, Lake City, started up his gas engine and
while he had his finger over the intake it backfired, ignited the gasoline and
badly burned his hand and set his clothes on fire. He came to Cedarville for
medical treatment and Dr. Kennedy dressed his injuries and in a few weeks will
be able to use his hand again.
Serious Accident
Mrs. Ernest Cloud met with a serious accident one day last week, when her horse
ran away with her and she was thrown and her leg was broken between the knee and
hip. She is under the care of Dr. Kennedy and is getting along nicely.
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