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Historical Vital Records of Mariposa County- Birth, Marriage and Deaths...........from the Mariposa
Gazette: 1905-1906

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Mariposa Gazette 1905 - 1906

1905 Mariposa Gazette

Vitals January 1905 Mariposa Gazette

January 7, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

     none listed

January 14, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

     none listed

January 21, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

     none listed

January 28, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

Born January 28, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

     WALL- In Mariposa, Jan. 26, 1905, to the wife of John A. WALL, a daughter.

Obits, marriage and birth announcements

CHAPMAN, Nellie January 7, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

      Nellie, the little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H. L. CHAPMAN of Oakvale district, died on New Year's day and was buried at the cemetery here on Tuesday. The child was fifteen months old, and had been sick for the past few months.

LONG-TEAGUE January 7, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

                                       Married at Lemoore.
      Rev. Charles W. LONG and Miss Sevilla Ann TEAGUE were married on Thursday at Lemoore, Kings Canyon. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. L. TEAGUE of that place. Rev. LONG is the Methodist minister of Mariposa. Mr. and Mrs. LONG arrived here last night and were met by a welcoming gathering of well wishers at the parsonage, which kind hearts and hands had helped to make comfortable for the minister and his bride.

MITCHELL, John L. January 14, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

      John L. MITCHELL, a resident of this section for a number of years until about four years ago, died in Nevada City on December 25th. He was a native of England, aged 67 years, and was a miner by occupation. He leaves a widow at Nevada City and two daughters whose homes are in San Francisco. After leaving Mariposa, the family made their home at Nevada City.

SLINKARD, Mrs. Harriet January 14, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

      Mrs. Harriet SLINKARD, the mother of Mrs. J. A. NORVELL, died at the residence of her son, J. M. SLINKARD, near Tulare, on the 7th inst. The deceased resided in Merced and Mariposa counties, and since the death of her husband six years ago her home, for a portion of the time, was with Mr. and Mrs. NORVELL in this city. She was a native of Arkansas, and came to California in 1852. She was the mother of ten children, five of whom survive. Her age was 78 years, 10 months and 18 days. The funeral took place at Tulare on Sunday.- Merced Star.

THOMPSON-PETTIS January 21, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

                                      Wedding Announcement.

      Mr. and Mrs. C. A. PETTIS announce the marriage of their daughter, Elena, to Mr. James M. THOMPSON. The ceremony will take place at their home tomorrow evening at 6 o'clock.

DUNCAN-BRENNER January 28, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

      A marriage license was issued yesterday to Ninion Edward DUNCAN, aged 27, of Chowchilla, Mariposa county, and Gertrude Adelaide BRENNER, aged 17, of Ahwahnee.- Madera Tribune, Jan. 23.

THOMPSON-PETTIS January 28, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

                                      THOMPSON-PETTIS.

      At the home of the bride's parents, the wedding of Miss Elena PETTIS to James M. THOMPSON was solemnized on Sunday evening. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Wm. BROWN. The wedding was a quiet affair, only the relatives of the bride and a few friends being present.
      The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C. A. PETTIS. She is one of Mariposa's fairest young ladies and is a favorite among her friends. Handsomely gowned, she was indeed a beautiful bride.
      The groom is an industrious young man, upright, affable and popular.
      Miss Nellie GREENE was a charming was a charming bridesmaid, while Carl SCHLAGETER was groomsman.
      After the ceremony, congratulations and best wishes in abundance followed while delicious refreshments were served.

BASTIAN, Joseph H. January 28, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

                                        Crushed in a Mine.

      While at work in one of the stopes of the Argonaut mine Monday morning (last week), Joseph H. BASTIAN did not notice that the ground was loose above him, which, without warning dropped or slid down on him, crushing and maiming him in a terrible manner. When gotten out it was learned that the young man had received a broken leg and badly splintered ribs, the jagged end of one penetrated his lungs, which was no doubt the cause of death. He lingered until four o'clock in the afternoon, when death relieved  his sufferings. Mr. BASTIAN was aged 25 years and was the son of Joseph BASTIAN . He had lived a number of years at the county seat and was universally liked, especially by his associates.- Amador Record.
      Deceased was well known here and at Mt. Bullion, where he worked in the mines.

Vitals February 1905 Mariposa Gazette

February 4, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

     none listed

February 11, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

Born February 11, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

     SCHROEDER- At the Schroeder place, Feb. 7, 1905, to the wife of John A. SCHROEDER, a son.

February 18, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

     none listed

February 25, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

     none listed

Obits, marriage and birth announcements

KELLEY, James February 4, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

      James KELLEY, for nearly three years an inmate of the county hospital, died there on Friday of last week. Death was due to old age. He was a native of Ireland, aged 81 years. For many years he lived in the vicinity of Coulterville, where he followed mining.

BROWN-COOLEY February 11, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

      A marriage license was issued Monday by County Clerk GALLISON, legalizing the marriage of J. L. BROWN to Mrs. Littie COOLEY, both of Bear Valley.

MOUTREY-ODEM & KING-McMASTER February 11, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

      Marriage licenses were granted Wednesday at Fresno to A. E. MOUTREY, aged 30 years, of Le Grand and Mary W. ODOM, 32, of Clovis, and to Frank G. KING, aged 22, Wihelmina A. MAcMASTER, 20, both of Le Grand.

BUFFUM, J. H. February 11, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

      Merced Star: J.H. BUFFUM died in the county hospital on Monday, at an advanced age. He had been in the institution six or eight months. He formerly lived at Stockton & Buffum ranch, near Hornitos, and was a brother of the latter, who died some years ago.

HALL, Frank E. February 11, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

                                      DEATH OF F. E. HALL.

                            A Good Man Gone-- Tribute From a Friend.

      Died at Mt. Bullion, Feb. 4, 1905, Frank E. HALL, a native of Wilmington, Clinton county, Ohio, aged 58 years.
      It is with feelings of great regret and sorrow, that the friends of Frank E. HALL learn the sad news of his death.
      Frank Elisha HALL was born in Wilmington, Ohio, fifty-eight years ago. At an early age he was left an orphan, and was reared to manhood's estate in the family of a Mr. Thomas PORTER, of Ohio. He always had a warm place in his affections for his foster parents, who still survive him. With his early life the writer is unfamiliar. In 1875, he came to California, seeking employment in the harvest fields; securing  work in the harvest fields of Merced county he made that county his home for about two years. After that he worked during the harvest season there and spent the winter months prospecting on the Bear Valley mountain in this county. For several years thereafter he followed this routine of working the harvest fields in summer and prospecting in winter. When after a few years wages in the harvest fields decreased, he ceased to go the plains and devoted his entire attention to mining in this county. In this vocation as miner he was quite successful, he continued mining until about two years ago, when he went to Mt. Bullion to reside.
      The deceased has been a citizen of this county for a quarter of a century and during all these years the writer of this article has been personally acquainted with him, both as a friend and as a business associate, and he can and does vouch for the honesty, integrity and uprightness of the man. The deceased was a man of strong feelings, being warm in his friendship and bitter in his enmities.
      There was nothing in his power he would not do for a friend, if it could be done without conflicting with his idea of right. He was in all his dealings with his fellow man honest, upright, kind and generous. The deceased was a single man. The only relatives are a brother and sister and a niece living in Ohio.
      The funeral took place on Tuesday from the undertaking parlors of George E. NICE of Mt. Bullion. The  Internment was made in the I.O.O.F. cemetery, at Bear Valley.
      Many friends attended the funeral from Mt. Bullion, Bear Valley, Merced and Mariposa, among whom was the writer of this article. And as the remains of the departed friend were returned to Mother Earth, each felt that an upright citizen, an honest man and a true friend was laid to rest.
      May his soul rest in peace.
J. A. ADAIR.

WILCOX, John W. February 11, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

                                  DEATH OF JOHN W. WILCOX.

                   "The Mariposa Blacksmith" Passes Away in San Francisco.

     John W. WILCOX died in San Francisco last Sunday. He was one of the early residents of Mariposa county, having come here in the early fifties. He made his home at Bear Valley, where he conducted a blacksmith and foundry business. A man of great natural ability, pleasing address and jovial disposition, he soon took a leading place in the political affairs of the county. In 1860 he was elected member of the Assembly to represent Mariposa county, this county then being a district by itself. This was the fourteenth session of the legislature, and he was elected to succeed himself at the fifteenth and sixteenth session. In 1870 he was again elected to the same position for the nineteenth session, and was again chosen to represented the Assembly district of Mariposa and Merced counties during 1875-76. His ability in the legislature was soon recognized and he became a power therein. He was the Speaker pro tempore  during the sixteenth session. During his legislative services he was given the sobriquet of "The Mariposa Blacksmith," by which he became widely known. In the early eighties he moved with his family to San Francisco, where for some time he held a position with the State Harbor Commission. He was appointed sargent-at-arms of the Senate for the twenty-seventh session- 1887-88. Since then he has not appeared in public life. During the past several years he suffered severely from rheumatism, which, with advanced years, lessened the activity of his life.
      He was a native of Kentucky, aged 72 years, 1 month and 8 days. He leaves a widow, who was Miss Tillie CASTOR of Merced, and a daughter, Ethel W. WILCOX. The funeral took place at San Francisco Tuesday.

BONDS-HERBECK February 11, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

      A very quiet wedding took place in Merced last Wednesday, Feb. 1, in which Miss Anna HERBECK and James BONDS were made one. The bride is the oldest daughter of F. J. HERBECK of this district, and a young lady beloved by all her associates. Mr. BONDS has for several years been a resident of the Greeley district, and has prepared a home there where the happy couple will reside. A large circle of friends wish the young couple a long and happy life.

BAKER-PAWSEY February 18, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

      Invitations have been issued to the wedding of Miss Caroline PAWSEY to Charles Frederick BAKER. The ceremony will take place at Santa Monica on March 1st. The contracting parties are well known and popular here and their friends extend the customary good wishes.

LAUDER, William February 18, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

                                      Death of Wm. LAUDER.

      Another of the old pioneers of Merced county passed away Thursday night in the person of William LAUDER of Plainsburg. Mr. LAUDER was 74 years old, and he was born near Montreal, Canada. He came to California in the early days and after a brief  residence in Nevada and also on the the Merced river, settled in Plainsburg in 1869. He followed the occupation of wheelwright. The widow and four children are left to mourn his loss, the latter being Mrs. Robert Cleek and Richard LAUDER of Plainsburg; Mrs. Robert Henderson of Los Angelese and Mrs. Robert CRAWFORD of Sacramento. The funeral was held at Plainsburg Sunday.- Merced Sun.

OTT-SCOTT February 18, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

                                          OTT-SCOTT.

      On Wednesday mourning at the home of the bride's father, Miss Myrtle F. SCOTT and F. W. OTT were united in marriage, the ceremony was a quiet affair, only the relatives of the bride being present.
      The bride is a daughter of F. P. SCOTT of Bootjack and is a most charming and popular young woman. The groom is a San Joaquin county young man, owning and running a ranch near Stockton.
      The couple left for Stockton shortly after the ceremony.

WILCOX, John W. February 18, 1905 Mariposa Gazettte

                                   TRIBUTE FROM A FRIEND.

                               Eulogy of a Former Prominent Mariposan.

     On the 5th of February, the iron frame of John W. WILCOX yielded to an attack of acute pneumonia before the physician realized the nature of the malady that had assailed his patient. Whatever may have been the sufferings of the deceased either from years of rheumatic torments of the animosities of the past, all seemed to have been dissolved by the consolation of religion and the tender and constant ministrations of wife and daughter, and to end in the sweetest repose. He lay in his shroud with the smile and the intellectual beauty that caught the hearts of yore, and, but for the silver on his hair, the unwrinkled features might have been accepted as those of a youth rather than those of a man that had borne the brunt of the world's battle for seventy-two years.
      His home was soon crowded with old friends and new, and the tears of the aged were mingled with those of the little children that besought a last glance at the face of him, who, to the last, had reserved in fancy's casket a gem of reminiscence for the one and in some spacious pocket a caramel or cruller for the other.
      On the 7th, his remains were borne by stalwart sons of Mariposa to St. Mary's Cathedral where the highest requiem honors where paid to him by the church he had embraced the past six years and whose gospels he had sprinkled so learnedly about him. Many old Mariposans added a solemnity to the occasion by their vernable presence.
      To the Holy Cross Cemetery at Colma, wended the funeral train and along the roadway of the dead the cortege followed the bier afoot, though the shadow of the stone cross that marks the resting place of his legislative co-worker of old, Gov. J. G. DOWNEY, and on to a slope from which the view sweeps westward through the rift in the hills made by Lake Merced to the blue water of the Pacific.
      John Wilcox is the last of a galaxy of Argonaut legislatures that figured so brightly in the early legislative history of California. He rose from the forge to the foremost in the land, and was the first to introduce ameliorative laws for the laborers of the State, to whom he became endeared as the "Mariposa Blacksmith"; yet the very populace that has allowed him to be laid away without one commemorative word of applause did him homage, at one time, of replacing, with themselves, the horses that drew his carriage and announcing, his advent into the Metropolis with the loudest acclaim. He had been more selfish more firm in carving out his future, at a moment when congressional and senatorial nominations were in his grasp, his future, at a moment when congressional and senatorial nominations where in his grasp, his obituary might have become one of national concern. He was majestic in form, majestic in mind, solicitous for the welfare of neighbors and friends, and grateful for any ministrations to himself. He was brilliant in conversation and men, women and children sought his companionship even to the eve of his illness and listened in rapt attention to the words that fell from his tongue in the sweetest cadence. Twenty-five years ago he bade adieu to his beloved haunts of Mariposa, but he never forgot the old county and lost no opportunity to mould its scenery its romance, its legend, its humanity upon the minds of those that sought the witchery of his wit. Few men have had more bitter enemies, few have had more fervent partisans, few have been more deeply maligned by foe, few have been more ardently extolled by friend than the big framed, big-brained, big-souled Kentuckian that sleeps on Colma's hills.
                   H. C. HALL.

WOODS, J. W. "Wes" February 18, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

                                     Death of "Wes" WOODS.

      J. W. WOODS, familiarly called "Wes" WOOD, died at the county hospital on Thursday evening of last week. He had been an inmate for two months, being seriously afflicted with rheumatism. His death was due to heart failure and was sudden, he being around as usual a short time before his lifeless body was found.
      Deceased was a native of Illinois, aged 74 years. He had been a resident of this county for many years and at one time was a Yosemite guide. His only relatives known of here are a nephew and niece in Illinois.

MOUTREY-ODOM & KING-McMASTER February 25, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

                                       Marriages at Clovis.

      A correspondent writing from Clovis, Fresno county, has this to say of the marriage of Asa MOUTREY and Miss Mary ODOM and also of the wedding of Frank KING and Miss Wilhelmina McMASTER of Le Grand.
      "A brilliant event for Clovis was the wedding of Miss Mary ODOM, at high noon on Wednesday, the 8th inst., to Asa Howard MOUTREY of Le Grand, at the Methodist church. The bride's father, Rev. Alexander ODOM, performed the ceremony. Miss Dell MOUTREY was bridesmaid and Oscar ODOM, best man. Many guests came from out of town, and a large company assembled to witness the pretty scene. The brides dress was creme crepe dechine over cream satin, with real lace.
      After the bridal party had left the church, Rev. ODOM was called to officiate again in behalf of Miss Wilhelmina McMASTER and Frank KING of Le Grand, two of the invited guests at the first wedding. After the two ceremonies, a banquet was served at the parsonage and a reception followed. The happy couples took the evening train for San Francisco. Some of the out of town guests were: S.O. ODOM, Rockland; Mr. and Mrs. L. F. FRANKLIN, North Fork; L. F. MOUTREY and wife, Robert BURCHELL and wife, Miss McMASTER, Le Grand; J. W. LUNDBACK and wife, Madera; Mrs. McCORMICK, Misses Annie, Hattie and Gertrude McCORMICK,
      Lillian STILES and Edwin STILES, Easton.- Merced Express.

DENARI, Frank February 25, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

                                        An Untimely Death.

      Our Granite Springs correspondent chronicles the death of Frank DENARI, which occurred there on Thursday of last week. The young man had many acquaintances here, by whom his death is much regretted.

McCOOLE-MULLERY February 25, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

                                      McCOOLE-MULLERY.

      Sunday's San Francisco Examiner has the following account of the wedding of a young lady whose childhood was, in great part, spent here:
      A brief dispatch which has come over the wires from St. Louis discloses a St. Valentine's day romance of much interest to the friends of Miss Annie E. MULLERY, a San Francisco girl who distinguished herself in the production of "Hearts and Clubs," given under the auspices of the young ladies of St. Charles Church some time ago.
      The message tells of Miss MULLERY'S marriage to Michael F. McCOOLE of Baltimore. The wedding took place at Clayton, Mo., on the evening of St. Valentines day and was the result of a pretty romance.
      Years ago the young people, who are now touring the East on their honeymoon, were children going to the same school and in the same grade. They were sweethearts then. When Mr. and Mrs. J. J. McMURRAY left the EAST to make their home in San Francisco Miss Annie, then a girl with her hair in braids, accompanied them.
      Last November Miss MULLERY went East for a visit. She was going to see old time friends of the family and take in the sights at the St. Louis Exposition.
      On almost the final day of her arrival on the fair grounds she met the sweetheart of her school days. He had a position as manager of a large exhibit offered by a dental company, which firm he had been associated with for a number of years.
      The old friendship was renewed. Friendship ripened into love and the messages received here advise that there was a quiet wedding ceremony in a certain chapel at Clayton Wednesday evening.

DENARI, Frank February 25, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

      On Last Thursday evening Death claimed our friend and neighbor, Frank DENARI. The young man had been sick only a few days with pneumonia and his physician expressed the belief that he was in a fair way to recover, when suddenly, a few hours later, he was attacked with heart failure and passed away. Frank was born in this district about twenty-nine years ago, and was a man of exemplary habits, quiet and industrious. The funeral took place at Coulterville on Sunday, Father FITZGERALD officiating. There are left to mourn the loss of a dutiful son and kind brother a mother, four brothers- Bert, John, Ambrose and Louis, and a sister, Mrs. Arthur SHIMER of Coulterville, who have the sympathy of the entire community.

ROSE, daughter & SOUZA, son February 25, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

      There where two births here the fore part of the month which were not reported. The stork bought a little daughter to the home of V. S. ROSE, and a son to the family of Frank SOUZA.

Vitals March 1906 Mariposa Gazette

March 3, 1906 Mariposa Gazette

None Listed

March 10, 1906 Mariposa Gazette

Died March 10, 1906 Mariposa Gazette

     JOHNS- In Alameda, Cal., March 6, 1906, Margaret Bevan JOHNS, beloved wife of the late William JOHNS, and mother of William F., Samuel J., Arthur T. and Clement R. JOHNS, a native of Dubuque, Iowa, aged 71 years.

March 17, 1906 Mariposa Gazette

Born March 17, 1906 Mariposa Gazette

     FLEMING- At Granite Springs, February 28, 1906, to the wife of John FLEMING, a son.

     COVEL- In Coulterville, March 11th, 1906, to the wife of James COVEL, a son.

March 24, 1906 Mariposa Gazette

Born March 24, 1906 Mariposa Gazette

     DAULTON- At Mt. Bullion, March 19, 1906, to the wife of John DAULTON, a daughter.

March 31, 1906 Mariposa Gazette

None Listed

Obits, Marriage and Birth announcements.

ZIMMERMAN, John March 10, 1906 Mariposa Gazette
                                      Death Claims a Pioneer.

      John ZIMMERMAN died suddenly Friday night of last week at his home on the Chowchilla from heart disease. Mr. ZIMMERMAN was a pioneer resident of Mariposa county, where in early days, as all argonauts, he followed the vocation of mining and with varied success. He afterwards married and located on the Chowchilla where he had continuously resided since that time. The deceased was a native of Germany and was 70 years old at the time of his death. He was a good citizen, a kind and generous husband and father and his hospitable nature and upright conduct won him the respect of all. John ZIMMERMAN was an honest man.
      His family consisted of a devoted and loving wife and four respecting and dutiful children, and to them alone can come a full appreciation of their great loss. The children, three sons and a daughter, John F., Charles, Edward, and Mrs. D. M. PATTERSON, have all attained their majority.
      The burial was had in the Catholic cemetery Sunday afternoon and a large number of friends besides relatives, attested their respect for the dead and sympathy for the bereaved family.
      The funeral was conducted by Undertaker Geo. E. NICE of Mt. Bullion, assisted by Milo CHURCHILL.

ATKINSON, J. J. March 17, 1906 Mariposa Gazette
                                        Death on the River.

      J. J. ATKINSON, who was in the employ of W. M. BRICE, at the latters store on the Merced River near Omparisa Mining Company's property, died at that place last Wednesday. Mr. ATKINSON received an injury sometime since consequent upon a fall, by which he is supposed to have been hurt internally, and this was probably the indirect cause of his death. The deceased was buried near the river Thursday, as it was impossible to cross the river with the body on account of the swollen condition of that stream.

FITZE, Bernard March 17, 1906 Mariposa Gazette
                                        Sad Fatal Accident.

      Bernard Andrew FITZE of Cathey's Valley, this county, and a son of Peter FITZE, was accidentally killed in the Princeton mine Wednesday last The young man, who was but 24 years of age, was employed in the mine when a large rock dropped from its place and struck him on the head, badly fracturing both the front and back skull.
      The accident occurred in the early afternoon and death resulted about 10:30 p.m. that night.
      Drs. GALLISON and KYLBURG were immediately summoned and every-thing that medical and surgical skill could do for the unfortunate young man was done, but it was decreed that he should die, and, as in the case of all such decrees, this one was observed.
      The deceased was a most exemplary young man, sober and industrious, and his death is the cause of genuine regret to all. His sorrowing relatives are entitled to the sympathy of the community in their sudden, sad and irreparable loss.

Unknown March 17, 1906 Mariposa Gazette

                                     Drowned in Merced River.

      It is reported that an employee of the Yosemite Valley railroad company was drowned last Sunday in the Merced river about one and one-half miles below Bagby. According to our information the man, whose name we did not learn, was crossing a temporary bridge at the place where the railroad bridge is being constructed over the river, when a board broke and caused him to fall into the water.
      Coroner BERTKEN started for the scene to hold an inquest, as it was reported the body  had been recovered, but upon reaching Mt. Bullion Mr. BERTKEN learned it had not yet been found and returned home. The man was a foreigner, Italian or Portuguese, and aside from this nothing is known of him here.

CAMPBELL-NUTTER March 24, 1906 Mariposa Gazette

     County Clerk GALLISON on March 19th issued a marriage license to James
     Francis CAMPELL and Martha Maud NUTTER, both of Miami.

GRIEVE, R. R. March 24, 1906 Mariposa Gazette

                                       FATAL ACCIDENT.

                       R. R. GRIEVE Instantly Killed at Mt. Bullion Last Sunday.

      One of the most sadly pathetic accidental deaths that we have been called upon to chronicle was that of Robert Roy GRIEVE, the electrician for the Mariposa Commercial and Mining Company, which occurred at Mt. Bullion last Saturday at about 3 o'clock p.m.
      The unfortunate young man was engaged at the time of his tragic death in putting up telephone wire to connect with the residence of Manager DERBY and a wire with which he was working became entangled in a clump of bushes. Mr. GRIEVE was on the ground at the time and gave a sudden pull on the wire to free it from the bushes, when the wire flew up and came in contact with the high tension wire, wrapping around the same and becoming fast. This formed a direct current with the ground. One turn of the wire was around Mr. GRIEVE'S body and he received the full volume of the currant. Dr. GALLISON was immediately summoned and without loss of time was at the scene of the accident and worked over the body for half an hour using every means, including artificial respiration, to revive if possible, the strickened man. All efforts were unavailing and it is probable that life was extinct before the arrival of the doctor. The back of the deceased head was badly burned as was also his shoulder and these wounds indicate that death was instantaneous.
      Robert Roy GRIEVE was a popular young man and had numerous friends that were made by his genial ways. He was a leader in all refined outdoor sports and his sudden sad death is the occasion of much sincere sorrow.
      The remains of the young man, who was unmarried, were taken to his home at Dixon, Solano county, where a broken hearted mother, sisters and brothers reside and who are entitled to the sympathy of all in their great affliction.
      An inquest was held by Coroner D. E. BERTKEN with the following Coroner's jury: P. H. HIGGINS, Thos. DALE, C. A. FOX, A. C. DITTMAR, Victor MACHIO, C. A. OVERTON, W. H. COOK and Samuel PROWSE, and after hearing the evidence of several witnesses the appended verdict was rendered:
      Deceased was named Robert Roy GRIEVE, was a native of California and about 29 years of age; that he came to his death on the 18th day of March, 1906, in this county, by an electric shock; that the deceased was in the employ of the Mariposa Commercial and Mining Company and was constructing a telephone line and that his death was accidental and that neither the Company, nor anyone else, so far as known to this jury, is responsible for the death of deceased.

DEDMON, J. L. March 24, 1906 Mariposa Gazette

                                      SCALDED TO DEATH.

                        J. L. DEDMON Killed by His Wife in a Horrible Manner.

      James L. DEDMON, who for several years past has been engaged in the general merchandise business at Bear Valley, died at his home in that town Wednesday afternoon, March 21st.
      According to our information, which is probably authentic, Mr. DEDMON and his wife retired about 9 o'clock p.m., last Sunday night after having a quarrel which was precipitated by Mrs. DEDMON'S jealously of another woman.
      About 3 o'clock Monday morning Mr. DEDMON was awaked from his slumber by the burning sensation of boiling water and instantly threw his hands up and dashed a bucket of water from the hands of his wife, who held the bucket, and jumped to the floor. He attempted to escape from the room, but the door had ben locked and escape was impossible. Although the entire bucket full of the scalding water did not find lodgment upon his person, enough struck him to badly burn the flesh on his back, breast and arms, and a portion of the water dashed his eyes causing blindness. It appears that information of the tragedy was not given out until some time during the afternoon on Monday, about twelve hours after it occurrence, when Dr. F. E. GALLISON was summoned to attend the injured man. The doctor found Mr. DEDMON in a critical condition but was not prepared to say positively that he would die as a result of his injuries. Neither did the unfortunate man anticipate death and his ante-mortem statement was not taken.
      James Lewis DEDMON was about 37 years of age and a native of Tennessee. His wife was formerly Mrs. Angelo CAVAGNARO, whose husband, for a great many years, conducted a general merchandise store in the Yosemite Valley and also at Fresno Flats, Madera county, at which later place he was shot and killed by an Indian about ten years ago. Mrs. CAVAGNARO afterwards met Mr. DEDMON in the Yosemite Valley and they were married and moved to Bear Valley, this county, in 1899, where they have since resided. Mrs. DEDMON has been arrested and charged with murder.
      Dr. GALLISON held an autopsy on the body of the deceased Thursday and found that Mrs. DEDMON was responsible for her husband's death.
      On Friday morning the preliminaary examination of Mrs. DEDMO was held in Bear Valley before Justice of the Peace John L. SMITH and the defendant was held to answer before the Superior Court charged with the crime of murder. The defense offered no testimony at this hearing.
 

McCLARON, Mrs. Della M. March 24, 1906 Mariposa Gazette

                                     Death in Oakvale District.

      McCLARON- In Oakvale District, Mariposa Co., Cal., Feb. 20, 1906, Mrs. Della M. McCLARON, wife of E. V. McCLARON, aged 21 years, 10 months, 28 days.
      Deceased was the third eldest child of Mr. and Mrs. J. M. BENNETT, her oldest sister and older brother having also died  within the past twenty months and all being the victims of the same disease, that awful scourge of the human race, pulmonary tuberculosis. In her case cirrhosis of the liver also helped to sap her vitality and hastened the end. Here was the fourth death in the one family in twenty months, besides her sister and brother, her grandfather also having died in that time, all four being buried in the White Rock cemetery.
      Mrs. McCLARON, besides many other relatives, left a bereaved husband and two small children, and her faamily have the sympathy of the whole community in this and their other bereavements. In so short a time they have certainly had more than their share of grief and trouble.
      On account of some error or neglect a notice of Mrs. McCLARON'S death was not sent to the Gazette before and this notice is sent to in a manner to rectify that neglect.
                A NEIGHBOR.
     Ben Hur, March 19, 1906.

DUGAN, Mike March 24, 1906 Mariposa Gazette
                                       Mike DUGAN Dead.

      Michael DUGAN, a native of Ireland and about 65 years of age, was found dead at his home near Bull Creek on Sunday, the 11th inst.
      Mr. DUGAN was a miner and had resided in the vicinity of Bull Creek for the past twenty years or longer.
      An inquest on the body of deceased was held by Deputy Coroner John ENDEAN, and death by natural causes was the result of the inquisition.

TUPPER, Walter D. March 24, 1906 Mariposa Gazette

      Walter D. TUPPER, a prominent lawyer and ex- District Attorney of Fresno county, died at his home in Fresno last week. Mr. TUPPER was a veteran of the civil war, having fought in the ranks of the Confederacy. He was noted in his profession, especially as a criminal lawyer.

CAMPBELL-NUTTER March 31, 1906 Mariposa Gazette

                                        United in Marriage.

      James Francis CAMPBELL and Martha Maude NUTTER were united in marriage on Thursday the 22nd, at the home of the bride's father, W. T. NUTTER, who resides at Grant Springs in Miami District.
      The bride is a pretty and accomplished young lady and popular with all. Mr. CAMPBELL, the fortunate groom, is a young man of industrious and exemplary habits and is an engineer in the employ of the Sugar Pine mills.
      The marriage ceremony was performed by the Rev. C. K. WESTFALL, who is an uncle of the bride. The GAZETTE extends congratulations and best wishes for a long and happy wedded life.

Vitals April 1905 Mariposa Gazette

April 1, 1905 Mariposa

     None listed

April 8, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

     none listed

April 15, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

     none listed

April 22, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

     none listed

April 29, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

     none listed
 

Obits, marriage and birth announcements.

KENNEY, William April 1, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

                                      CRUSHED TO DEATH.

                              A Man Killed by a Overturned Wagon.
 
 
 
 

      William KENNEY, a farm hand employed by S. M. PATE, was crushed to death in Cathey Valley last Sunday. He was on his way to the Pate ranch from Merced, driving a spring wagon loaded with grain. When near the ranch the wagon turned over, the unfortunate man being caught beneath it.
      He was found a short time later by Mr. PATE and James CARY, who where on their way to Merced. KENNEY had been dead but a few minutes when found; in fact, Messrs. PATE and CARY thought that there might be some hope of saving his life. They hastily raised the wagon off of him and carried him to a hear by house, but their efforts were unavailing. The accident happened about 3 o'clock in the afternoon.
      Coroner BERTKEN went there as soon as notified and held an inquest. The deceased was a native of Ireland, aged about forty-five years. He had previously worked for Mr. PATE and had recently been hired by him again. The coroner's jury returned a verdict of accidental death in accordance with the above facts. Coroner BERTKEN had the body brought here where it was interred in the public cemetery Monday evening.

LOGDEN, Mrs. Louisa April 1, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

                                      Death of a Aged Visitor.

      Mrs. Louisa LOGSDEN, of Indianapolis, Ind., died Tuesday at the home of her sister, Mrs. Henry NELSON, at Merced Falls. Mrs. LOGSDEN was about 67 years old, and had been in ill health for some time. She came out to California about six months ago, and since then had been a guest at the NELSON home. The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock at Snelling. Mrs. LOGSDEN was a sister of Mrs. NELSON and also of Mrs. J. D. CRAIGHAN of Mt. Bullion.- Merced Sun.

SCHROEDER, Mrs. Elizabeth April 8, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

                                  DEATH OF MRS. SCHROEDER.

                         Passing of a Pioneer Woman of Mariposa County.

      After a long illness, Mrs. Elizabeth SCHROEDER, wife of John SCHROEDER, died at the family home at SAXON Creek last Saturday. During the latter part of 1902 she was taken seriously ill while on a visit at Merced and for six months her condition was critical. Finally her health improved and she was able to return home, but since that time she has never fully recovered. A few weeks ago she became much worse and continued to decline until, on Saturday morning, surrounded by her sorrowing family, she quietly passed away.
      Mrs. SCHROEDER was one of the pioneer women of this county, having come here in 1859. Ten years later she was married to John SCHROEDER. She was a native of Bavaria, aged 75 years and 29 days. Her passing marks the close of a long and useful life. A good and kind neighbor, and a loving and devoted wife and mother, the coming of her time for departure is keenly regretted. The bereft family consists of her husband, John SCHROEDER; three daughters, Mrs. Ed SANFORD of Merced, Mrs. George D. STEWART of Mariposa and Mrs. Carl SCHIFFER of San Francisco, and two sons, John A. and Carl J. SCHROEDER of Saxon Creek.
      The funeral was held at the Mariposa cemetery Sunday afternoon. At the grave impressive services were held and words of comfort offered to the bereaved relatives. A large concourse of friends of the family attended the ceremony.

FOWLER, James M. April 8, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

                                       Death of a Old Settler.

      James M. FOWLER died in Oakland on Tuesday. He was one of the early settlers in Merced county. Coming to California from New Hampshire in 1857, he mined in Mariposa county for about two years, and then settled on the Merced river near Snelling. He farmed and taught school for some years and also engaged in the contracting and building business in Oakland, and during the past twenty-five years he was in that city half the time. At the last county election Mr. FOWLER was the Democratic candidate for coroner and public administrator. He was nearly 70 years of age. The wife and five sons survive. Deceased was a brother of Frank FOWLER of Merced.- Merced Star.

MARTINA & BENNETT April 8, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

                                         Hospital Deaths.

      Two deaths occurred at the county hospital during the past week. Last Saturday G. B. MARTINA, a native o Italy, aged 79, died of heart failure. He was from Coulterville, and had been in the institution for a month.
      On Thursday Thomas BENNETT succumbed. He was a native of Ireland, aged 70 years. For about twenty-five years he lived at Sherlock, where he followed mining. He had been an inmate of the hospital for eight years.

AROGAN, Jaun April 15, 1905 Mariposa Gazette
 

      Juan AROGAN of Mariposa, who entered the county hospital March 27th, died there early yesterday morning. Deceased was a native of Mexico, 65 years of age.- Madera Times, April 7.

THORN, Marcus April 15, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

                                       KILLED IN KOREA.

                           Marcus THORN Meets Death in a Mine Accident.

      Marcus THORN was killed in a mine accident in Korea, was the sad news received Thursday night by a cable-gram from Honolulu. His brother, Joe THORN, sent the dispatch from there, being on his way home with the body.
      No details of the accident have been received. A first dispatch was sent, stating that Marcus had been seriously injured, that the shock might not be so severe on his relatives. Soon after came the second message, stating the still sadder news.
      The sad event is most severe to his relatives and his mother was completely prostrated. It is not alone of the greatest sadness to the family, but the entire community is filled with sorrow and regret at the young man's untimely death. He had but recently reached manhood and there are none who seemed to have a brighter future. His sterling worth, force of character and genial nature made him friends wherever he was known, and the sorrow of these friends is full and sincere.
      About a year ago he went to Korea to accept a position in one of the mines there. Those who wished him God-speed little thought how sad would be the return.
      The members of the family are his father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. J. F. THORN; three sisters, Mrs. E A. RIDGWAY, Misses Bessie and May THORN, and two brothers, George M. and Jos. F. THORN. The heartfelt sympathy of the community goes out to them in their bereavement.
      The body is expected to arrive here on April 21st.

KERR, Jonathan April 15, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

                                     Death of Jonathan KERR.

      On Friday night of last week Jonathan KERR died at the county hospital. He had been failing in health for a long time and welcomed the coming of the end.
      Jonathan KERR was a native of Massachusetts, aged 85 years. He was among the early miners of this county and worked claims at Arkansas Flat and other places. He followed  an active life as long as his advancing years would permit, and bore a reputation for strict integrity. His being an inmate of the county hospital was in accordance to his own wishes, he having a dread he might become a burden on his friends.
      The funeral took place Sunday, being conducted by Mariposa Lodge, F. and A. M., of which the deceased had long been a member.

YOUNG, Mrs. Abner H. April 22, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

                                        Old Lady's Death.

      On Tuesday, the remains of Mrs. Abner H. YOUNG were buried at the old Young place, in Buckeye district, having been brought there from San Francisco by her grandsons, William DODSON and William CLIFT. Dr. TITCHWORTH of San Francisco accompanied them.
      The funeral was the closing chapter in the life of a woman who for many years was a resident of this county. While here she was esteemed and loved for her gentle and kindly ways and goodness of heart. After leaving the country she was remembered for her noble qualities, and it is with regret that our older citizens, who knew her well, learn of her death.
      Mrs. YOUNG was the widow of Abner H. YOUNG. They came to this county in the early fifties and made their home at Buckeye, where they lived for about thirty years. About fifteen years ago they moved to San Francisco where the deceased has since lived. She had reached the age of 90 years. She was the mother of William YOUNG and Mrs. A. McC. CATHEY of Cathey's Valley.

THORN, Marcus April 22, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

                                        DEATH OF MARCUS THORN.

                      Caused by a Fall-- Funeral Services To-morrow Afternoon.

      Since the sad news of the death of Marcus THORN in far-away Korea was received last week, no particulars of the accident were received until yesterday. From George THORN, who went to meet his brother Joe, who returned from Korea with the ashes of his brother, it was learned that on March 12th Marcus was going up a ladder in a chute in the Maibung mine. In some way he lost his footing and fell a distance of 150 feet. He was taken out of the mine, and while he lived for seven hours after the accident he never regained consciousness. His death was due to violent concussion of the brain, as the only injuries were on the head.
      His brother, Joe THORN, who was twenty-five miles away, was at once notified by telephone, and arrived before Marcus died. He at once took the body to Japan and endeavored to have it embalmed in order to bring it home. This he was unable to have done and was obliged to have the body cremated. The ashes he brought home with him.
      Funeral services will be held at the family residence in Mariposa to-morrow (Sunday), April 23rd, at 2 o'clock p.m.
      Funeral ceremonies and internment will be conducted at Masonic ceremony by Mariposa Lodge, No. 24, F. and A. M., of which lodge deceased was a member.

DONOVAN, Infant April 22, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

                                         Death of a Baby.

      The infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. E. DONOVAN of Whitlock passed away Monday after a short illness. The little one was aged 1 month and 8 days. Funeral services were held at the Methodist church Wednesday afternoon, Rev. C. W. LONG preaching the sermon and offering words of comfort and consolation to the grief-strickened parents. Internment was in Mariposa cemetery.

TERRY, Mrs April 29, 1905 Mariposa Gazette
 

      Mrs. TERRY, who had with her husband, Colonel TERRY, was a resident of Mariposa for many years, die din San Francisco on the 5th inst. They left here about thirty years ago, their home being in San Francisco most of the time since then. By those who knew her, Mrs. TERRY is spoken of as a most estimable woman.

THORN, Marcus April 29, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

                                 FUNERAL OF MARCUS THORN.

                           A Large Throng Attended the Obsequies.

      The funeral of Marcus THORN was held last Sunday afternoon. At the family residence services were conducted, Rev. C. W. LONG preaching the funeral sermon and a choir singing appropriate hymns.
      The funeral procession to the cemetery was the largest that has been seen here in years. Friends of the deceased from all parts of the county and from adjoining counties attended to pay the last tribute of respect to the memory of one for whom all entertained the highest regard.
      The metal urn containing the ashes of the departed was escorted to the cemetery by the members and visitors of Mariposa Lodge, No. 24, F. and A.M., of which loge he was a popular and respected member. J. L. WEILER, F. F. MILLER, D. E. BERTKEN and Nelson CLOW were the pall bearers. G. E. NORDGREN of Merced was the funeral director.
      At the grave the urn was deposited in a white draped casket and interred with Masonic ceremonies. A hymn was rendered by the choir, and the vast throng departed, filled with regrets that so promising a life was so soon closed.
      The grave was covered with a profusion of floral pieces and flowers.

UTTER, Mrs. Lizzie M. April 29, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

                                      Death of Mrs. UTTER.

      Mrs. Lizzie M. UTTER, wife of Captain E. S. UTTER, died in San Francisco on Thursday of last week. She had been seriously ill for some time before. Regarding the cause of her death the Madera Mercury says:
      "At Christmas time Mrs. UTTER spent several weeks here, visiting her many friends. She enjoyed excellent health, but just before her departure contracted a cold, from which she never recovered. She was compelled to take to her bed and was confined to her room for two months. She appeared to rally, but had a relapse a week ago. An examination by a physician at the German Hospital showed she was suffering from a tumor. It was decided to perform an operation, and chloroform was administered, and she expired while under its influence."

      Mrs. UTTER was well known here and is kindly remembered by a large number of friends. Her parents came here in early days when she was but an infant, their home being at Agua Fria. She lived here the greater portion of her life. After her marriage to Captain UTTER they removed to Madera. Besides her husband, she leaves a son, William C. UTTER, and two brothers, William B. and John W. COFFMAN.
      The funeral was held at Madera last Sunday, and was conducted by Madera Chapter, O. E. S., of which she was a member.

JUSTINICH-LOPEZ & FERETTI-SEGALE April 29, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

                                         Licenses to Wed.

      Marriage licenses were issued by County Clerk GALLISON last week to the following parties.
      On April 18th, Sam JUSTINICK, a native of Austria, aged 43 years, and Petronita LOPEZ, a native of California, aged 14 years  (consent of parents filed), both of Bear Valley.
      On April 19th, Louis FERETTI, aged 38, and Florida SEGALE, aged 20, both natives of California and residents of Coulterville.

Vitals May 1905 Mariposa Gazette

May 6, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

Born May 6, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

     BLACK- At Quartzburg, April 29, 1905, to the wife of H. N. BLACK, a son.

May 13, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

     none listed

May 20, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

Born May 20, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

     MURRAY- In Mariposa, May 14, 1905, to the wife of J. A. MURRY, a daughter.

     GOSS- In Coulterville, May 13, 1905, to the wife of Jas. GOSS, a daughter.

May 27, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

Born May 27, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

     WIVELL- At Coulterville, May 18, 1905, to the wife of John WIVELL, a daughter.

Married May 27, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

      PAYSON-WILLEY- In San Francisco, May 18th, 1905, by the Rev. F. M. LARKIN, Holland S. PAYSON of Mt. Bullion, Cal., and Carrie H. WILLEY of San Francisco.-Examiner.
      Mr. PAYSON is the assayer for the Mariposa Commercial and Mining Company.

Obits, marriage and birth announcements.

BOTKIN, Beverly May 6, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

      Beverly BOTKIN died at Byron Hot Springs last Saturday. He was the son of Mrs. Cordelia BOTKIN, who was twice convicted of murder in having sent poisoned candy to Mrs. Jack DUNNING in Delaware. BOTKIN'S father died last year and a few months ago his wife died. Since then he drank heavily. He lived in Mariposa for some months a few years ago.

RIDGWAY, Joseph May 6, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

                                  JOSEPH RIDGWAY'S DEATH.

                            His Demise Caused by an Attack of Pneumonia.

     Jos. H. RIDGWAY died on Tuesday morning at the Chapman Place in Oakvale district from an acute attack of pneumonia, from which he suffered but a few days. He had been there with others for some time engaged in prospecting. About a week before he was in town and was in good health and the news of his death was an unexpected shock to his relatives and friends.
      Josephus Henderson RIDGWAY was a native of California, aged 55 years, 8 months and 28 days. In 1849 his parents came to California from Texas, and he was born just after they had crossed the State line. While he was but a small child the family came to Mariposa, and this has been his home ever since that time. He became one of the best known men in the county and was popular and influential. He took an active interest in the political affairs of the county, and served as Assessor for one term. He earned the friendship of those with whom he came in contact, and it is with deep regret that the close of his life is learned. To mourn his death he leaves a wife, two brothers, William and James RIDGWAY, five sisters and five daughters. His sisters are: Mrs. WOLFLEY of Traver, Mrs. E. BAKER of Bakersfield, Mrs. J. F. HARRIS of Richmond, Mrs. VAN VALER of Visalia, Mrs. Martha WARD of Washington state, Mrs. Belle VAN VALER of San Jose. The daughters are Mrs. Mabel WILLIAMS of Petuluma, Mrs. Lulu PATTERSON of Kinsley, Mrs. Maud GRAY of Mt. Bullion, Mrs. Florence KARL and Miss Evalina RIDGWAY.
      The funeral was held from the RIDGWAY residence Thursday afternoon. A large number of friends folloowed the hearse to the Masoni cemetery, where the funeral ceremonies were conducted by Mariposa Lodge, No. 24, F. and A.M., of which lodge Mr. RIDGWAY was a member.

POMPANINNI & HARRIS May 6, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

                                      Death of Old Residents.

      On April 16th, Frank POMPANINNI, for thirty years a resident of Coulterville, died there from an attack of pneumonia. He was a native of Italy., aged 64 years.
      James HARRIS died at his home near Kinsley on April 26th, after a short illness. He was a native of England, aged 59 years, and for many years has been a resident of Bull Creek District where he followed mining.

SUTTLE, Blucher N. May 20, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

                                     KILLED IN A QUARREL.

                             Fatal Shooting in a Sugar Pine Brothel.

      A quarrel in a dance house at Sugar Pine Mills resulted in a murder on Friday night of last week. Blucher N. SUTTLE was shot to death by John ENOS, who fired three bullets into his body. The men had been drinking in the brothel, and during the quarrel TUTTLE threw some liquor glasses at ENOS The latter left the hall and went into another room. A little later TUTTLE went to the room and flung the door open. ENOS states that he thought TUTTLE intended to kill him, so he emptied his gun at TUTTLE The latter died a few minutes afterward. ENOS went to Fresno Flats and gave himself up.
      TUTTLE was a native of Tennessee, aged 22 years. He was a soldier in the Philippines and was noted for his bravery there. ENOS was 27 years of age. He recently went to thee mills from Selma, his former home.
      The killing occurred just across the line in Madera county and is being investigated by the officers of that county. ENOS insists that he shot to protect his own life.

BIGHAM, W. A. May 6, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

      W. A. BIGHAM died at the county hospital on Sunday. He went there about six weeks ago from Bear Valley, where he had lived for seven or eight years. Deceased was a native of Tennessee, aged 60 years.

COOK, Albert May 27, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

                                      Death of Albert COOK.

      Albert COOK died in San Francisco Sunday night of cancer with which he had suffered for the past two years. For the past several months he was in a San Francisco hospital, awaiting the end. His suffering was intense, and death came as a relief to him.
      Albert COOK was a native of St. LOUIS, aged 54 years, 2 months and 3 days. He located in Mariposa about seven years ago, coming here from Amador Co. He conducted a barber shop here until his malady made him unable to work. He leaves a wife, three daughters and two sons.
      He was a member of Mariposa Lodge, No. 204, K. of P. The funeral was held in San Francisco Tuesday afternoon, internment being in Mt. Olivet cemetery.

Vitals for June 1905

June 3, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

     None listed

June 10, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

BORN June 10, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

     REEB- In Hornitos, June 7, 1905, to the wife of F. W. REEB, a daughter.

MARRIED June 10, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

     WHITEWORTH-COLLIER- At All Saints Episcopal Church, San Francisco, May 27, 1905, By Rev. William Edward HAYES, George H. WHITWORTH and Miss Harriet Collier, both Of Merced, county.

June 17, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

     None listed

June 24, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

BORN June 24, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

     WOODS- At Whiterock, June 22nd, 1905, to the wife of H. S. WOODS, a daughter.

Obituaries, Marriages and births announcements

NICE-REYMANN June 3, 1905 Mariposa Gazette
 
 

                                          Married in Stockton.

      On Wednesday of last week, at Stockton, George E. NICE and Miss Minnie REYMANN were united in  marriage. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Dr. LUNDY of the Presbyterian church. The bride is a  daughter of Mr. and Mrs. REYMANN of Baxter and is a most estimable young lady. The groom is the popular proprietor of the Mt. Bullion livery stable. Their many friends extend the customary congratulations and good wishes.
     Mr. and Mrs. NICE spent several days in San Francisco, returning to Mt. Bullion Tuesday. They were  visitors here Thursday.

KAHN, Louis June 3, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

                                          Banker Shot Himself.

      Louis KAHN, cashier and principal stockholder of the Bank of Oakdale, shot himself last week, no doubt with suicidal intent, and died on Monday. As a result, the bank has suspended, and an investigation shows that KAHN had made large loans to himself of the banks funds, approximating $100,000, and that his investments were unfortunate. He was one of the best known men of that vicinity, and the condition of his financial affairs is a surprise.

PRATT, Mrs. Nancy A. June 3, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

                              PASSING OF MRS. PRATT.
                      Death Relieved Her Sufferings on Tuesday.

      After a long illness, Mrs. Nancy A. PRATT passed away on Tuesday morning. She had been in delicate health for a long time, and a few weeks ago her condition became critical. Since then she was very near death's door, her advanced age preventing her from rallying. She gradually grew weaker, until at 4:30 Tuesday morning the spark of life went out and her mortal body was released from suffering. The end was not unexpected, and surrounded by sorrowing sons and daughters, she quietly passed away as though into a sound and peaceful sleep.
      Mrs. PRATT had been a resident of Mariposa county for nearly thirty-seven years, and was respected by all. An indulgent mother, a kind and benevolent friend and neighbor and an ernest follower of a Christian life were the attributes that made her loved by all, and which will cause her to be missed.
      Mrs. Nancy Ann PRATT was born in Abbyville district, South Carolina, on September 8, 1829, being 75 years, 8 months and 23 days of age. At the age of twenty she was married to Joseph Abner PRATT, and moved to Chattanooga county, Georgia. After living there for twenty years, they came to California, arriving at Sacramento on June 2, 1869. On July 4th of that year they came to Mariposa county and settled in the Oakvale district, where they spent a year. The family then moved to Pea Ridge where their home was until two and a half years ago. On July 13, 1877, Mr. PRATT died. Mrs. PRATT was the mother of ten children- six daughters and four sons. Two daughters and one son having died, the surviving daughters are; Mrs. Mary E. SMITH of Fresno Flats, Mrs. J. E. LAREW of Madera, Mrs. Emma LAREW of Pea Ridge, Mrs. Alice SMITH of Bakersfield. The sons are C. P. PRATT of Mariposa and J. M. PRATT of Princeton, Colusa county. There are also twenty-two grandchildren and four great grandchildren.
      The funeral was held from the family residence on Wednesday afternoon and was largely attended. Rev. C. W. LONG conducted the services, paying a tribute to the deceased, and offering words of consolation to the sorrowing relatives. Hymns were sung by a choir and the hearse was escorted to the Mariposa cemetery where the body was laid to rest by the side of her departed husband.

CROSS, James June 3, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

                                      Death of James CROSS.

      James L. CROSS died in Stockton on Tuesday of heart disease, with which he long suffered. Mr. CROSS was a prominent mining man and was for many years in charge of large mining interests of the late W. S. HOBART of San Francisco, and was one of the executors of the HOBART will, and managed the millionaire's estate until a few years ago. He had an active part in the development of some of the large mining operations in California and Nevada, and as the representative of the HOBART estate was associated with Charles D. LANE and the late Alvinza HAYWARD in the control of the famous Utican mine in Calveras county and their other properties. From 1887 to 1891 he was superintendent of the Mariposa Grant, and is well remembered here. He was a native of New York, aged 65 years. He leaves a widow.

DEXLER, Alonzo June 10, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

                                      Another Pioneer Gone.

      Alonzo DEXTER, an old time resident of Greeley district, passed away Tuesday night, June 6th, at the family home on Greeley hill. He had been sick about three weeks. Dropsy was the immediate cause of death. Mr. DEXTER was a native of Maine, aged about 72 years. In 1862 or 1863 he settled in the vicinity of Coulterville, where he has since lived. He was an upright and respected citizen, and ever devoted to his family. His wife and seven children survive him. The daughters are Mrs. Marion DEHL, Mrs. Chris. Peterson and Miss Kittie DEXTER. The sons are Roland B., Alonzo, Jr., George and John DEXTER.
      Thus has one more of the old pioneers passed away.
 

BAILEY, Charles A. June 10, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

                                    FELL FROM EL CAPITAN.

                              Mountain Climber Killed by a Terrible Fall.

      Charles A. BAILIEY was dashed to death in Yosemite Valley on Monday by falling from a precipice. The following account of the accident appeared in Tuesday's San Francisco Call: Yosemite, June 6- Word was brought to the village late last night by J. C. STAATS of Mt. Vernon, Ohio, that Charles A. BAILEY of Oakland, and a prominent Sierra Club member, had fallen from a precipice to his death.
      BAILEY and STAATS tried to make a record climb up the face of a cliff west of El CAPITAN. They started early this morning up the almost perpendicular face of the cliff where there is no trail and where man has never placed foot before. About 3 o'clock they had accomplished about half of the 3,000 feet of ascent and had halted for breath. BAILEY was sitting on a narrow shelf and STAATS was clinging to the face of the rock below. Suddenly BAILY began to slide. He shot downward a few feet to STAATS left, and fell headlong out of sight, striking his head several times before he disappeared.
      STAATS was horror-stricken, but gathering courage he climbed down to a point where he had found BAILEY'S hat and a blood splattered rock. Further than this he was unable to go, and he could not gain sight of the body. By almost superhuman efforts he made his way to the top alone and at last reached the village. STAATS was almost prostrated by the physical and mental strain when he arrived here, but he wanted to return at once.
      Early this morning Warden HARLOW and Dr. Martin H. FISCHER of San Francisco, with a large force of men, started with STAATS for the scene of the tragedy. Bailey had just returned from a fourteen month's trip around the world, during which he had climbed the Matterhorn and other mountains. He had visited Yosemite for sixteen consecutive summers and was the discoverer of Sierra Point. He was an indefatigable mountain climber, though 59 years of age. STAATS is about 22 years old.
      The party searching for the body of BAILEY located it at 11 'clock to-day. J. A. SNELL of Callistoga and H. SPAULDING and F. CURRY of Palo Alto were lowered by a rope 600 feet and by 1 o'clock had brought the corpse to a point where it could be taken by others. The body was badly mangled and most of the larger bones were broken. It is being embalmed and will be sent to his home in Oakland.
      Charles A. BAILEY was a well known and wealthy real estate dealer of Alameda county. He was an enthusiastic lover of Yosemite Valley. He wrote several articles descriptive of its beauty and there is now awaiting publication a book on the valley written by him. BAILEY began his last trip to the valley on May 31. He had often, despite his age, expressed a desire to scale the face of El Capitan.
      This is the second similar fatality to happen in Yosemite. In early days, - in 1865, it is said, a visitor to the valley fell off the cliff just after he had climbed the ladders leading to the top of Vernal fall.

NICE-RAYMANN June 10, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

      On May 25th in Stockton there was a wedding in which G. E. NICE, a prominent business man of Mt. Bullion, and Miss Minnie RAYMANN, the charming daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jolin RAYMANN of this place, were principals. The Rev. W. E. LUNDY of the First Presbyterian Church performed the ceremony. The couple have many friends in this and adjoining counties who wish them unbounded happiness.

CALDWELL, James June 17, 1905 Mariposa Gazette
 

      James CALDWELL died on Monday at the county hospital. He was a native of Scotland, aged 76 years. For many years he lived at Indian Gulch where he followed mining.
 

McMILLAN-GUEST June 17, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

                                        Married in Merced.

      At the Cosmopolitan hotel, on Wednesday, June 7, 1905, Miss Minnie E. GUEST of Hornitos was made the happy bride of John A. McMILLAN, also of Hornitos. The bride was very becomingly attired in a dress of pale blue silk and was attended by Miss Irene LORD. John W. GUEST, brother of the bride, acted as best man. The ceremony, which was performed by Judge RECTOR, was witnessed by the relatives of the contracting parties and a few intimate friends.
      The happy couple took an early train, on Thursday, for San Francisco, where the honeymoon will be spent. On their return they will make their home at Mt. Gaines. Miss GUEST is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. W. GUEST of Mt. Gaines and is very popular among her circle of admiring friends. Her sunny disposition and kindness of heart win for her the love of all who know her.
      Mr. McMILLAN was raised in the vicinity of Hornitos and is an engineer, being employed at the present at the Ruth Pierce mine. He is a young man of sterling qualities and is to be congratulated for having won so fair and worthy a young lady for his bride. The happy couple have the best wishes of the entire community for a long, happy and prosperous life.
     Well Wisher.

WELLS, Howard June 17, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

                                      Howard WELLS Dead.

      Howard WELLS, who has been at the point of death for several weeks, but whose wonderful vitality has stayed the hand of death even as the shadow descended on him. passed away at noon Wednesday. Mr. WELLS has been seriously ill for several months, indeed it has been several years since he enjoyed good health. He was well known in this section, having for many years held some official position.
      Mr. WELLS was a native of Kentucky, aged 59 years, 6 months and 14 days. He had four children who survive him, George and Oscar and Misses Mabel and Alice WELLS. The funeral will be held Friday morning at 10 o'clock at the residence. -Madera Tribute.
 

STOCKTON-STOCKTON June 17, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

                                     STOCKTON-STOCKTON.

      Wednesday of this week in the Mission Presbyterian Church, San Francisco, Miss Clara STOCKTON of that city became the bride of Mr. N. S. STOCKTON of Merced. The young lady, a second cousin of the groom, is known in Merced social circles, having visited here only a short time ago.
      The ceremony was witnessed by many. James HAGGESAY, formerly of Merced but now a medical student in San Francisco, gave the bride away. Among the choice presents the most notable was a $1,200 piano, the gift of the groom. Mr. and Mrs. STOCKTON were safely launched on their journey Wednesday night by a throng of merry friends, and are now anchored at their home, the Capt. GRAY place, which the groom recently purchased.- Merced Express, June 10th.
 

CUNEO-DAVIES June 17, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

                                        CUNEO-DAVIES.

      The San Francisco Examiner of Thursday contained the following wedding notice: A wedding uniting two prominent families of Mariposa and San Mateo counties took place at St. Mary's Cathedral last evening, when Miss Estelle F. DAVIES became the bride of David CUNEO. The Rev. Father PENDERGAST officiated at the ceremony, which was witnessed by only a few friends of the couple. After the ceremony there was an elaborate supper at the St. Francis Hotel.
      The parents of the bride, Mr. and Mrs. Robert DAVIES, are residents of (Mt. Bullion) Mariposa county, but make frequent visits to this city, so they are almost as well known here as in their home county. Their daughter is winsome and pretty and is a great favorite among her acquaintances. Mr. CUNEO is the son of the late Joseph CUNEO and has been living at San Mateo on the Van BERGEN place, which recently became a part of the CUNEO estate. He is building for his bride a pretty home on Van Ness Avenue, where they will reside.
 

WOOD-COVERT June 17, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

                                        WOOD-COVERT.

      Cupid sometimes does his work in a great hurry. He certainly lost no time in bringing the love affair of B. B. WOODS and Miss Rosetta COVERT to a head, for these two hearts that now beat as one were total strangers to each other a short time ago. Mr. WOODS came to San Francisco a few weeks ago and bought the cleaning and dye works on Main Street. Shortly thereafter Miss COVERT appeared on the scene. She is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. S. COVERT, formerly of Whiterock, Mariposa county, but now living in West Merced. Mr. WOOD and Miss CONVERT have not known each other long, but each felt that future happiness depended upon the other so they secured a license this morning and were married this afternoon by Judge GRIFFIN, in the latter's office. The bride's parents were not appraised of their daughters intention, and had not yet been informed of the marriage at a late hour this afternoon. It is hoped and expected, however, that the young people will be forgiven and will be started on the matrimonial journey of life with the proper blessing. The Sun extends congratulations and best wishes to the happy couple.-Merced Sun, June 14th.

KING, Mrs. Sarah B. June 25, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

      Mrs. Sarah B, KING, mother of R. L. KING of this city, died in San Francisco Thursday of last week. She was a native of Missouri, aged 72 years. Three sons and a daughter are left to mourn the loss of a devoted mother- James B., Dr. J. F. and R. L. KING, and Mrs. C. L. MERRILL. The funeral services were held on Saturday morning at 9 o'clock at the late residence of the deceased, 1462 Union street. Internment in San Jose, leaving the city by the 11:30 a.m. train.- Merced Sun.

Vitals for July 1905

July 1, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

BORN July 1905 Mariposa Gazette

     DUNNING- In Mariposa, June 27th, 1905, to the wife of H. L. DUNNING, a daughter. HUGHES- At Oakvale, June 10, 1905, to the wife of C. R. HUGHES, a daughter.

July 8, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

BORN July 8, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

     BONDSHU- In Mariposa, July 1, 1905, to the wife of F. A. BONDSHU, a son.

     CHAPMAN- At Oakvale, June 23rd, 1905, to the wife of Lee CHAPMAN, a daughter.

DIED July 8, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

      COVEL- In Coulterville, June 29th, 1905, Thos. Gerard, dearly beloved and youngest child of James and Elizabeth COVEL, a native of Coulterville, aged 1 year, 6 months and 10 days.

July 15, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

BORN July 15, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

     CAMIN- In Mariposa, June 8, 1905, to the wife of A. A. CAMIN, a son.

July 22, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

BORN July 22, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

      DUNAWAY- At Cathey's Valley, June 25, 1905, to the wife of H. N. DUNAWAY, a daughter. HAMILTON- At Chowchilla, July 11th, 1905, to the wife of Paul HAMILTON, a daughter.

DIED July 22, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

     HUGHES- In Oakvale, July 7, 1905, Violet Bernardine, daughter of Hr. and Mrs. C. R. HUGHES, aged 28 days.

July 29, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

BORN July 29, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

      HOPE- In Coulterville, July 14, 1905, to the wife of George HOPE, a daughter.

      THOMPSON- In Mariposa, July 22, 1905, to the wife of James M. THOMPSON, a daughter.

       LAIRD- At Jerseydale, July 24, 1905, to the wife of D. T. LAIRD, a son.

Obituaries, birth and marriage announcements.

BOURLAND, John L. July 1, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

      John L. BOURLAND, Sheriff of Tuolumne county from 1864-1868, died in Arkansas on June 12th. He was a prominent citizen of Inyo county, and had gone to Arkansas for the benefit of his health. His age was 71 years.

GRACE, Patrick July 1, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

      Patrick GRACE, for many years a resident of Buchanan, died at Madera last week. He was a native of Ireland, aged 73 years. He came to California when a young man and located at Buchanan. During the greater part of his life he followed mining. He leaves a family of one daughter and four sons, all grown, a sister, Mrs. M. COVER of Plainsburg, and a brother.

TAYLOR, Elias July 1, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

                                          Killed by a Fall.

      Elias TAYLOR of Snelling was killed Saturday by falling through a roof. He was shingling Mr. WILSON'S barn, about ten miles above Snelling. The sheathing gave way beneath him and he fell to the earth, twenty feet below, striking upon his head and sustaining concussion of the brain. He died two hours afterwards without regaining consciousness. An inquest was held Sunday by Coroner NORDGREN, and the body was interred in the Snelling cemetery. Deceased is supposed to have been a native of Kentucky and between 60 and 65 years of age. He had lived in the Snelling neighborhood for twenty years or more. He was a single man and it is not known that he had any relatives. He possessed many good qualities and is well spoken of by acquaintances.- Merced Star.

MINTZ, July 1, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

                                      Child Burned to Death.

      A little colored girl by the name of MINTZ, four years old, was burned to death Thursday afternoon of last week near Snelling, says the Merced Sun.
      The MINTZ family, consisting of the father and mother and four children, have been living in a house seven miles from Snelling, on the road between Snelling and LaGRANGE. Uncle Hart ELLISON, a very old negro, (said to be 100 years old) was also a member of the household and a distant relative of the MINTZ family.
      In the afternoon Mr. and Mrs. MINTZ and the other children were away from home, picking fruit on a neighboring ranch. Of the two children left at home the older went to field nearby at 4 o'clock to drive up a cow. While she was gone the four year old concluded to make a fire in the stove. Uncle HART, in the front part of the house, heard a noise in the kitchen, and on opening the kitchen door found that room completely enveloped in flames. He ran out of the front door into the yard, and then saw the baby run out of the kitchen, through the yard and into the field. The child clothing was on fire in various places. The older sister picked up a bucket of water and started for the little one, but could not overtake her until she had run nearly 200 yards, where she fell dead.
      The house with all it's contents, was entirely destroyed, leaving the family completely destitute and with out a dollar in the world. The house belonged to Hastacher & Kahn Co.
      The fire spread from the house to the adjoining field, where it consumed several hundred acres of grain belonging to the HARDER brothers and others.

LEONARD, Nick July 1, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

                                         Fixed Him Plenty.

      Nick LEONARD, sometimes known as "Crazy Nick," crank and suspected stage robber, fell into a trap set for burglars Friday night of last week and was instantly killed. LEONARD is the man suspected of having robbed the Yosemite stage at Big Oak Flat about a year ago, a fact sufficient to give the item of his death a local flavor. It occurred on the SWURE ranch, Stanislaus county, according to the Stockton Independent. The proprietor before leaving his place, remembering numerous burglaries of recent occurrence in the neighborhood, arranged a rifle so that the gun would be discharged straight through the aperture when a window was raised, the shot in turn exploding some giant powder. The Swede, intent on robbery, butted into this concealed mine, and as a consequence was first shot and then blown up. His shattered remains were found in the morning. Officers think LEONARD was implicated in sundry crimes, including several holdups, the latest being that of the Mount Hamilton stage a few weeks ago.

ORE-SAFFORD July 1, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

                                        Romantic Wedding.

      A wedding occurred near Sugar Pine, Madera county, a few weeks ago that was quite romantic. Dr. ORE, a physician, and Miss Ethel SAFFORD were the contracting parties. It was their intention to be married at the home of the bride's mother at Miami Mills, in Mariposa county, but owing to a misunderstanding of the law, which provides that a marriage must be solemnized in the county where the license is issued, the license was secured in Madera  county. The mistake was not discovered until the wedding day, but it did not take long to change the plans so as to fit the law. Upon invitation of the superintendent of the Sugar Pine Co., the happy couple and the invited guest boarded a logging train and were rolled down over the line into Madera county to be married. The spot chosen was wild and picturesque, and amid the tall pines and cedars and in solemn silence, the couple where united by Rev. FURNEAUX. After the ceremony the wedding party returned to the home of the bride's mother in Mariposa county, where a wedding dinner was served.- Merced Sun.

DRUMMAND, Miss Jeanette July 1, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

                                     Death of a Young Woman.

      Miss Jeanette DRUMOND died at the county hospital last Saturday. She had been suffering with an internal cancer, her only chance of recovery being a very delicate and serious operation. Dr. HOWE, assisted by Dr. GALLISON, performed the operation, which promised to be successful. She stood the operation well and her recovery seemed hopeful. Her strength was not sufficient for her to recuperate, an a few days afterward she began sinking, the spark of life going out a week after the operation was performed.
      The unfortunate young woman was a resident of Mt. Bullion, having come to this county from Davisville, Yolo county. She was 35 years of age. The funeral was held here Sunday internment being in the Mariposa cemetery.

SMITH, Mrs. C. C. July 8, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

      Mrs. C. C. SMITH, one of the early residents of this county, died at Merced on Monday. In 1859 she lived at Hornitos and afterwards at Snelling. Her husband, who died in 1900, was an extensive rancher and sheepherder. She was 71 years of age.

COVEL, Gerald July 8, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

                                          In Memoriam.

      "Earths fairest blossom is none to fair for the garden of Paradise. Naught too young and pure for God." So thought Heaven's stern messenger as he lingered for weary days over a home which had but a short time before felt Sorrow's blighting touch and unheeding the pleading cries of those who fain would keep him little Gerald COVEL'S young life was wafted to its place among the bright-robed children of God.
      What can we say in these first awful weeks to console those stricken parents, to brighten that desolate home?  Nothing, Words are powerless! But could the vail be drawn aside and all the dazzling beauty of his heavenly home be revealed, could  even those who loved him mos wish to see him back?
      Little Gerald had been ailing for some time but until a short time before his death no one realized that his illness would prove more serious, so bright and cheerful did he seem. A merciful Providence had been loaned  this treasure, but the fond parents had hoped he might be left with them. But God knew best and in His own good time will send them comfort.
      The boys voice is stilled; the dimpled hands are folded forever; the tireless feet will run no more but the memory of little Gerald still will live in the hearts of all who knew and loved him. B.D.M.

COVEL, infant July 8, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

      Last week we failed to note the death of the infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Jas. COVEL.

MURPHY, J. M.& GOANER, July 8, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

      On July 5th J. M. MURPHY, on old timer, passed away after a short illness at McCARTHY'S ranch on Greeley Hill. On the same day a young man, Herman GOANER, died on the road five meles above here. He was traveling for his health. The remains were taken to Merced for internment.

SHEPARD-MANGUM July 15, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

                                      SHEPARD-MANGUM.

      Last Saturday at noon at the Court House, Jeremiah B. SHEPARD and Mary E. MANGUM were united in marriage. Rev. Wm. BROWN performed the ceremony.
      The bride is an estimable young woman of Raymond. The groom is well-known and popular here, being a native of this county. He is the owner of the Mariposa- Raymond stage line.
      The young couple have made their home at Raymond. They have the best wishes of their many friends.

SMITH, infant July 15, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

      The little son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank V. SMITH died last Friday morning. The child had been sickly all his life. He was five months odd. The community sympathizes with the bereaved parents.

PRIEST, Mrs. Margaret July 22, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

                                      Death of Mrs. PRIEST.

      Mrs. Margaret PRIEST, a native of Falkirk, Scotland, aged 67 years, after a years illness entered into rest at her home on PRIEST'S Hill, July 9th, 1905. The cause of death was a cancerous growth that slowly but surely sapped her vitality. For forty-seven years she dwelt in the southern part of Tuolumne county and a few women knew as many strangers as she did. The roadside station at PRIESTS was the stopping place of all who journeyed to and from Yosemite Valley, via the Big Oak Flat route, and many of the world's greatest men were for a time her guests.
      Mrs. PRIEST was twice married. She came to California with her first husband, Alexander KIRKWOOD, who died many years ago. After remaining a widow for a number of years she espoused the late William C. PRIEST. He passed away about five years ago, and she has since then been a widow.
      The funeral took place from her late residence on Tuesday morning, internment being on the divide between Big Oak Flat and Grovebuck. - Mother Lode Magnet.

CRAIGHAN-WELLER July 22, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

                                      CRAIGHAN- WELLER.

      On Wednesday evening of last week, at Fort Bragg, Mendocino county. Miss Adella Viola CRAIGHAN and Charles  Russell WELLER were united in marriage. The affair was a quiet one, the ceremony being witnessed only by the immediate relatives of the parties. Rev. STURTEVANT officiated. After spending two weeks on their honeymoon at Santa Cruz, they will make their home at Fort Bragg.
      The bride is well and favorably known in this county, of which she is a native. She is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. D. CRAIGHAN of Mt. Bullion. She was one of Mariposa county's handsome and most popular young ladies, and her many friends extend best wishes for her married life.
      The group is a young Mendocino county man, and is engaged in the merchandise business. He is highly spoken of.

HAMILTON, Mrs. Lucinda July 22, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

                                     Death of a Young Mother.

      Mrs. Lucinda HAMILTON, wife of Paul HAMILTON and daughter of  Archie LEONARD, died at the family home at Chowchilla last Saturday morning. A few days before she had given birth to a child, from which she was unable to recover. Her condition becoming very serious, Dr. HOWE was called, but he was not sent  for soon enough, arriving there after Mrs. HAMILTON had passed away. Death was caused by septicemia. Mrs. HAMILTON was a native of California, aged 21 years.
      The funeral was held at the residence on Sunday morning, and was conducted by undertaker  Geo. E. NICE and Milo CHURCHILL. Rev. Chas. WESTFALL preached the funeral sermon. Internment was in the family burying ground at Chowchilla.

FINE, Col. J. R. E. July 22, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

      Col. J. ER. E. FINE, an old resident of Mariposa and vicinity, died in Mariposa Thursday night. Deceased was a native of New York, aged 81 years. The funeral will take place to-day at 2:30 o'clock p.m. Internment, public cemetery.

McELLIGOTT, Thos. July 22, 1905 Mariposa Gazette

                                 DEATH OF THOS.