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February
1925
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February 4, 1925
Conditions Outside Surprise R. H. Stanley, Cedarville, Cal.
Dear Sir: - last week I saw a line in the Record that read like this, "Send me
some news." Now I never did send in a news item in my life and don't suppose
that I could, but for the benefit of the people who sometimes think that they
live in the worst place in the world when they are in old Surprise, I will say,
that they are mistaken. While I am not living in Surprise Valley at present, I
have a warm place in my heart for it and a great deal of interest in it and
interest in the folks that live there, and the commercial industry that goes to
make life worth while in any country. As to climate and the pleasure resorts,
fine roads and things that the wealthy of the world are able to enjoy, this
country has it over Surprise. But when it comes to the class that are putting up
the taxes to pay for these things, which they have neither time nor opportunity
to enjoy, they are in a worse state of affairs than are the folks of our own
country. I have heard men for the past twenty years in Surprise Valley, and have
you, say that if Surprise had a railroad that we could market the produce for
prices that would justify the farmers to raise it. But today I can prove to the
folks that make those statements that the farmers of Surprise Valley are just as
well off in their present condition as they would be with a railroad lengthwise
of their valley. The cowmen of Jackson County are getting 4 ½ cents for steers:
3 cents for cows: 6 cents for hogs: 75 cents for chickens, of they are good, 39
cents for eggs and about 2 cents less for their butter fat than the California
market, or just what Surprise Valley people are netted after shipping to the
outside market. In turn they are buying through this mill, in which I am
employed, and others of the same class, hay, alfalfa, $25.00 a ton for second
crop: $27.00 for first crop and grain hay at $27.00. Most all the farmers are
buying their grain for their cows, hogs and poultry, at not less than $60.00 and
up to $65.00 in ton lots. Land here ranges from $250 to $500 per acre and these
pleasant things that I spoke of in the first part of this letter make the taxes
alone $12.00 per acre and then you add a little interest to suit yourself and
you will have what poor men are getting rich on that are not isolated in
Surprise Valley. I am only saying this, that those who would sometimes by
discouraged with their ups and downs can realize that the conditions all over
are alike. Every house, lot, ranch, parcel of land, and every business in this
country is for sale, they want to move out so the folks that are selling out at
other places can move in. Now, some will say I am home sick and trying to knock
this beautiful country, but not so. I am fine and have a good job, at good wages
and am fatter than I ever was in my life. This is the finest place to live I
ever struck and room for a lot more folks, but you want more in our pocket than
your jack knife, for some of the folks here are just about out of a place to
carry the knife. I will say those that have a good piece of property in Surprise
Valley just stick to it for it will do you just as much good there as it will
any place, and work for the up building of your home country and industry that
will make what you feel you could get elsewhere. N. W. HEARD 171 Helman St.
Ashland, Oregon
The following notice appeared in the last week's "Cry." Any lady belonging to
the Community Club wishing a saddle horse or a good cow, call on Pat Heard, Long
Valley Ranch.
Elmer Toney is going to put up a Wrecking Station at the foot of the Vya
Dug-way.
Born
In Cedarville, Cal., January 31st, 1925, to the wife of Wiley Allen, a son
Born
In Alturas, Cal., Jan. 24, 1925, to Mr. and Mrs. Henry Harrington, a daughter
Mrs. Rachel Barber, of Eagleville, is very ill at the home of her daughter, Mrs.
John Bailey.
Miss Aileen Atkinson, who has been in a critical condition during the past week,
is reported somewhat improved at this writing.
Wm Ballard came over from Alturas today, bringing Mrs. Robt Wade, who came to be
at the bedside of her mother, Mrs. Barber, who is very ill.
Mrs. Lem Toney and Mrs. Jesse Hapgood entertained "Uncle" John McVey last Sunday
at the residence of Mrs. Hapgood, the occasion being in honor of "Uncle" John's
eighty-third birthday. A splendid dinner was partaken of and a general good
social time indulged in.
February 11, 1925
Young Man Died
David Lusk was born about three miles north of Cedarville, Nov. 14, 1899, and
died in Cedarville, Feb. 7, 1925, at the age of 25 years, 2 months and 15 days.
At an early age he, with his parents, left Surprise valley, to which place he
returned about five years ago and has since made his residence here. He was one
of Eleven children, eight of whom survive, as follows: Mrs. Bessie Oliver and
Mrs. Hattie Hill, of Nevada; Mrs. Mollie Chagnon, of Corona; Miss Rena Lusk, of
Santa Ana; Miss Julia Lusk, of Hermosa Beach; and Andrew, Henry and Harvey Lusk.
The cause of his death was cerebro-meningitis. David was a fine young man and
well like by all. He has many friends who extend loving sympathy to the sisters
and brothers in their sad bereavement. It might be said of him as Fitz Greene
Halleck wrote of his friend: "None knew him but to love him: None named him but
to praise." His was held from the M. E. Church Tuesday evening, Rev. R. L.
Waggoner conducted the services, and his remains were laid to rest in the
Cedarville Cemetery.
Wesley McGhee had the misfortune to fracture his wrist while coming from Nevada
last Saturday. Dr. Kennedy attended to the injury and he is getting along
nicely.
Born
At Lake City, Cal., Feb. 4th, 1925, to the wife of Joel Allen, a daughter.
Born
In Cedarville, Cal., February 8th, 1925, to the wife of Alfred DeWitt, a son
W. U. Scott Answers Call
William U. Scott died last Monday evening at his residence at Eagleville, at the
age of 64 years, his death resulting from the after effects of the flu, from
which he had been suffering for the past year. "Bill" Scott, as he is familiarly
called, was one of the most prominent ranchers and stockmen in Modoc county and
northern Washoe County, Nevada. He was a man of sterling worth, broadminded,
big-hearted and generous to a fault; a man of some faults and many virtues; a
man whose hand was always open to the needy, and who was always to the front in
matters of benefit to the community can illy afford to lose. He leaves to mourn
his loss his wife and little daughter, California, and two daughters in the
East. Viz. Mrs. Hazel Stokes, of Brenard, North Carolina and Mrs. Hattie King,
of Macon, Georgia, on brother, C. A. Scott, San Jose, and one sister, Mrs. Emba
Howett, of San Jose, to whom is extended the heartfelt sympathy of a host of
friends. His remains will be laid to rest in the Eagleville cemetery this
afternoon at two o'clock. Next week we hope to publish a biographical sketch of
his life.
Mrs. Nettie Conlan of Reno, Nevada, came in on Fridays stage and went to Fort
Bidwell to visit her mother.
The little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Roy Hays, of Lake City, has been seriously
ill during the past week but is reported as improving.
We learned that Aileen, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Atkinson, of Lake City,
who has been dangerously ill with intestinal flu the past two weeks, is somewhat
improved and strong hopes for her recovery is entertained.
February 18, 1925
Studio Piano Recital
Piano students of Mrs. L. B. Lewis have given a series of studio recitals at the
studio during the past month. Demonstrations of their piano study, essays on the
composer Mozart, and several of his compositions were played, well as solo
numbers by the advanced students, to which relatives of the students were
invited. Vocal solos rendered by Mrs. Wm Young were greatly enjoyed by those
present. Students taking part were: Marie Espil, Edith Page, Ethel Page, Frances
Adams, Katherine Gooch, Frankie Gooch, Mary Atkinson, Florence Warrens, Marian
Bogert, Margaret Hill, Aileen Atkinson, Wanda Heard, Grace Stiner, Vivian Hayes,
Elaine Strotts, Loyal Baty, Lois Tyeryar, Irma Cummins and Marie Harris.
Funeral Of W. U. Scott
William U. Scott was born in the Province of Quebec, Canada, July 13, 1861 and
was of Scotch parentage. In 1877, he came to Reno, where he was married to Mary
Lucinda Adams, and shortly afterwards moved to Surprise Valley and in 1891
purchased the place at which he died and where his first wife died in 1906. In
1914, he was married to Miss Lena B. Harking, at Burns, Oregon, who survives
him. He engaged in the sheep business and until the time of his death was
prominently identified with that industry in Northern Nevada. He was also
extensively engaged in the breeding of pureblooded Shorthorn cattle at his
Eagleville ranch, and contributed largely to the improvement of stock in this
valley. Mr. Scott enjoyed an individuality of his own and was a diamond in the
rough and many people in Surprise Valley have been the recipients of his
generosity, and no case of need ever appealed to him in vain. The funeral
services were simple and somewhat out of the usual order, in that no religious
rites were observed. Before his death, Mr. Scott requested Mr. F. E. Bush to
read certain selections that he had made, and also that some of his favorite
songs be sung and his wishes were complied with in a manner that was interesting
to all. The subjects were: "Thanatopsis" by Bryant: "What is Worship?" "The
Garden of Eden"; "The Real Bible" and Ingersoll's Tribute to his Brother. The
subjects were read in a cleat and impressive manner by Mr. Bush. The songs he
requested were "Annie Laurie," rendered by Mrs. Wm Young; "Auld Lang Syne" and
"Sweet Afton" were sung by a number of those present. All the subjects were
interesting and the one, which seemed to vividly, express Mr. Scott's view of
life, was "What is Worship?"
Andrew Deter was taken ill last week and on Monday morning was taken to the
hospital at Lakeview, where it may be necessary for him to undergo an operation.
Olin barber arrived here from Sacramento last week, to visit his mother, Mrs.
Rachel Barber, who has been quite ill; but has so far recovered to be able to
return to her home at Eagleville.
Card Of Thanks
I desire to express my sincere thanks to all who so kindly assisted during the
late illness and death of my husband. Mrs. W. U. Scott, Eagleville, Cal
Card Of Thanks
We wish to sincerely thank the kind people of Cedarville for their generous help
during the illness and death of our beloved brother, David Lusk. Henry Lusk,
Mollie Chagnon, Hattie Hill, Bessie Oliver, Andy Lusk, Hardy Lusk, Rena Lusk,
and Julia Lusk.
February 25, 1925
Young Man Suicides
Last Saturday evening a young man named Ralph Cavin committed suicide at the
Monchamp Ranch, just east of town, by shooting himself through the left breast
with a rifle. The rash act was supposed to have been committed about eleven
o'clock Saturday night, and the body was not found until about noon on Sunday,
when his brother Everett Cavin, climbed up into the loft of the barn to move
some hay. Coroner Frank Kerr held an inquest and the jury rendered a verdict,
death from a wound inflicted by his own hand. He was a member of the Knights of
Pythias Lodge here and his body was taken charge of by the Order, and after
embalming, the remains were shipped to his mother at Sterling, Kansas, on
Tuesday, and were accompanied to his old home by Mr. and Mrs. Everett Cavin. On
Saturday, he wrote several letters, among which was one to his mother and
another to Edward Rinehart, one of his close friends, in which he stated that he
would "end it all." In infancy he was afflicted with infantile paralysis and was
a cripple from its effects, and it is thought that his condition so preyed upon
his mind that he decided to commit the rash act. He was about twenty-three years
of age, well liked by those who knew him. The home coming of her boy to the poor
aged mother will be sad indeed, and the sincere sympathy of all go out to her
sad affliction.
Mrs. A. R. Allenwood is reported slightly improved in health, although yet
confined to the house.
Mrs. Ed Archer passed away at Alturas last Sunday, death being caused by
paralysis. Her many friends here deeply regret to hear of her death and sincere
sympathy is extended to the bereaved family.
Mrs. Joshua Strief is slowly convalescing from an attack of the flu.
Joshua Strief one day last week fell from a hay wagon, striking a rock and
severely bruising his side. He is confined to his bed.
Card Of Thanks
We desire to express our sincere thanks to the people of this vicinity for their
kindness and aid at the time of our late bereavement, in the death of our
brother. Mr. and Mrs. Everett Cavin
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