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1887 Mariposa Gazette
Vitals 1887 Mariposa Gazette
January 8, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
Born January 8, 1886 Mariposa Gazette
SMITH.- Chowchilla, December 30th, 1886, to the wife of Theo. J. SMITH, a daughter.
Married January 8, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
TEMPLE- BARRETT- In Sacramento December 19th, 1886, by Rev. E. R. DILLE, John H. TEMPLE to Miss Martha E. BARRETT both of Sacramento.
YOUNG- HOLDEN- At Holden's Ranch, Cathey's Valley, January 1st, 1887, by Rev. J.T. MARRICH, William YOUNG to Miss Nellie HOLDEN.
Died January 8, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
CULVER. - At Mr. S. C. GAINES near Princeton, Jam. 6th, 1887, William Edward CULVER, aged one year and two days.
January 15, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
Born January 15, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
LAREW- At Pea Ridge, December 31st, 1886, to
the wife of W. H. LAREW, a daughter.
Died January 15, 1887 Mariposa Gazette.
KELLET- At Hornitos January 5th, 1887 Minerva
Evilyn KELLETT, a native of Alabama, aged 47 years.
The deceased was the beloved wife of Dr. John
KELLETT, of Hornitos. She was born in Mobile, Alabama, on Oct. 12th, 1839,
and was the -youngest child of David L. LEWIS, by his wife Susanna LEGARE,
daughter of Hugh LEGARE, of North Carolina, whom he married at Georgia
in 1829. While the subject of this sketch was yet early in her teens, she,
with her father, sister, brother and stepmother, left Alabama for Richmond,
Va., from there they went to Little Rock, Arkansas; from thence they emigrated
to California in 11852, crossing the plains in the same train, with R.
H. WARD, of Merced, STONER and family at Stockton. The LEWIS family met
John KELLETT of Hornitos, then of Utica, New York, who the deceased married
in 1855 since which time she has devoted her life to the cares of her family
and the careful rearing of her children, who are now left to mourn the
loss of a faithful devoted wife, a patient and gentle mother.
January 22, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
Died January 22, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
GIVENS- In Alexander Valley, Sonoma County, January 13th, 1887, Mary C., beloved wife of R. R. GIVENS, a native of Illinois, aged 47 years.
January 29, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
Married January 29, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
WESTFALL- SMITHER- At residence of the brides parents, near Darrah, January 23d, 1887, by Rev. J. T. MARRISH, James B. WESTFALL to Miss Sophia SMITHER.
MANN- ATKINS At Gallison Hotel, Mariposa, Cal., January 26th, 1887, by G. W. TEMPLE, J.P., Mr. Abel MANN to Mrs. Mattie C. ATKINS.
Born January 29, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
DICKENSON- Near Buchanan, Fresno County, December 18th, 1886, to the wife of John M. DICKENSON, a daughter.
Deaths January 29, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
HANNERS- In Coulterville, Mariposa County, January 23d, 1887, Elisha HANNERS, a native of Massachusetts, aged 64 years.
Obituaries, marriage and birth Announcements.
MANN- ATKINS marriage January 29, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
A Happy Man(n).- The marriage of Abel MANN and Mrs. Mattie C. ATKINS, was a surprise to most of us. We had thought that Abe was impervious to marital subjugation and that nothing less than an anvil horned torpedo could penetrate his adamantine, weather-tanned , case hardened corposity, but he, disregarding the advise of the great Weller, succumbed. They were married at the Gallison hotel, by Judge TEMPLE. May they live long and be happy, is all we can do for them at the present.
Vitals February 1887 Mariposa Gazette
February 5, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
Born February 5, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
MORRISON- At Hornitos, Mariposa County, January 25, 1887, to the wife of W. J. MORRISON, a son.
KANE- At Snow Creek, Mariposa County, January 28, 1887, to the wife of Barney KANE, a daughter.
WASS- At Chowchilla, Mariposa County, January 30, 1887, to the wife of Lewis WASS, a son.
SNELL- Granite District, Fresno County, January 15, 1887, to the wife of Felix SNELL, a daughter.
BREWER- Green Mountain, Mariposa County, January 28, 1887, to the wife of Willis BREWER, a daughter.
BENNETT- Chapman District, Mariposa county, January 13, 1887, to the wife of John BENNETT, a daughter.
February 12th, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
Born February 12, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
TRABUCCO. - At Bear Valley, February 6th, 1887, to the wife of Johnny TRABUCCO, a daughter.
Married February 12, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
GREEN- SMART- At Darrah, Mariposa County, February 8th, 1887, at the residence of the bride's parents, by Rev. J. T. MURRISH, Charles L. GREEN to Miss Marian Louise SMART.
Died February 12, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
QUIMBY- At Darrah, February 3d, 1887, Miinna, beloved wife of Orrin S QUIMBY, aged 44 years and 11 months.
KANE- At Snow Creek, Mariposa County, February 3d, 1887, infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Barney KANE.
MAUJER- In Mariposa, February 8th, 1887, Charles MAUJER, a native of France, aged about 63 years.
February 19, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
Died February 19, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
MORTAR- In Mariposa, February 12th, 1887, William MORTAR, a native of Canada, aged about 56 years.
OSTRANDER- In Merced, February 13th, 1887, Harvey B., infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank OSTRANDER.
February 26, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
none listed
Obituaries, marriage and birth announcements
MANJER, Charles February 12, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
Fell Dead. - At the carpenter shop of Wm. R. KNIGHT opposite the Post Office in Mariposa on Monday last a Frenchman well known as Grapee, while standing around, fell dead. A sudden attack of hemorrhage was supposed to be the cause. His correct name was Charles MANJER, a native of France.
BARBER, John M. February 12, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
Accidental Death at the Red Cloud Mine. - John M. BARBER was killed on Saturday the 5th inst., about 1 o'clock P.M., at the Red Cloud mine. He was about twenty feet below the mouth of the shaft, with the foreman, engaged in repairing machinery in the shaft. The foreman had got off the track looking for a gauge, when suddenly the bucket came down striking BARBER, who was probably on the track looking for the gauge. The bucket struck him, apparently, squarely on the head, smashing his skull and scattering his brains. The body was brought up and preparations made for an inquest, which was, however, adjourned to next Saturday, owing to absence of witnesses. The foreman had given strict orders not to send down the bucket till it was rung for. How it happened to have been sent down at that time is not known, but will probably appear at the inquest. Mr. BARBER was a well known citizen, about 62 years of age, and a native of New York. He was buried on Monday last at Coulterville.
MORTAR, Wm. February 19, 187 Mariposa Gazette
Dead. - The man who died at the Gallison Hotel last Saturday night was named Wm. MORTAR, about 56 years of age, a native of Canada, and came here from Oakland, where he has a daughter married to a man by the name of JOHNS. MOTAR it appears was the man who has furnish the means by which Robinson Quartz Mill on Sherlocks' Creek was built, and has been in operation the past year. He came here sometime during the summer or fall with a view to benefiting his health and seeing about the mill and mine in which he was interested. Dr. ROBINSON left some three or four months ago for his home in Oakland, where he has remained ever since. During the doctors absence, MORTAR had charge of the mill and premises, which had been idle, except to crush some custom rock, most of the time. On or about the 26th of January, MORTAR was suddenly seized by a stroke of paralysis while alone in his cabin at the mill. A boy that was stopping about first found him after he had been stricken down, and carried the intelligence to some of the neighbors, when several of them, Messrs. JACOBY and SHAUTZ, who with some little outside assistance took care of the afflicted man night and day for a week and until he was brought into town. It was about the 2d of the month when JACOBY and SCHANTZ brought him into Gallison Hotel. His son in law, JOHNS, arrived a few days before his death, which occurred at the time already stated. The body was started down the day following his death for Oakland. The deceased was thought to be well off in property in the vicinity of Oakland.
Vitals March 1887 Mariposa Gazette
March 5, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
Died March 5, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
MACKAN- At the County Hospital, Mariposa County, March 21, 1886, John MACKAN, a native of Ireland, aged 64 yeaars. (note date of year is a written in the Gazette believe that it was a typo and should be 1887)
March 12, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
Born March 12, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
McCANN- In Mariposa, March 5th, 1887 to the
wife of Wm. McCANN, a son,
Weight, 12 pounds.
March 19, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
none listed
March 26, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
Born March 26, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
PALMER- At Chowchilla, Mariposa County, February 28th, 1887, to the wife of Frank C. PALMER, a son.
Married March 26, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
BRENNER- WEST- At Mariposa, March 24th, 1887, by Geo. W. TEMPLE, J.P., Johann H.B.G.N. BRENNER to Theodosia Isabella WEST.
Died March 26, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
HELM- At White Rock, Mariposa County, March 17th, 1887, Mrs. Elizabeth HELM, aged 79 years.
Obituaries, marriage and birth announcements.
WILLIS, William March 5, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
The late William WILLIS.- William WILLIS whose death occurred in San Francisco, was at a early day a resident of Sonora, Tuolumne county, and subsequently removed to Mariposa, where he was Deputy- County clerk. Many of the pioneer settlers recollect " Bill WILLIS," and the earliest records of the county show, in his hand writing, some of the most magnificent specimens of penmanship extant. Mr. WILLIS left Mariposa about, 1854, and since that date has lived in San Francisco and for over twenty years has been employed as the Secretary of the Belcher Mining Company. At a meeting of the Board of Directors a preamble and resolutions were adopted paying a handsome tribute to his efficiency and worth, and expressing their sympathy with his afflicted family. The resolutions were entered upon the minutes of the Company and a copy sent to Mrs. WILLIS.
Vitals April 1887 Mariposa Gazette
April 2, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
Born April 2, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
HOBRON- At Coulterville, Mariposa County,, March 26th, 187, to the wife of S. D. HOBRON, a daughter.
April 9, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
Died April 9, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
WHORTON- At Cascade Falls, Mariposa County, Leonidas Green WHORTON, a native of Georgia, aged 57 years.
April 16, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
Born April 16, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
VIEIRA- At Chowchilla, Mariposa County, April 1st, 1887, to the wife of M. S. VIEIRA, a son.
BELL- Near Atwater, Merced County, April 7th, 1887, to the wife of J. M. BELL, a son.
Died April 16, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
REFUGIO- At County Hospital, Mariposa County, April 7th, 1887, ------ a native of Mexico, aged about 76 years.
April 23, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
Born April 23, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
MALONEY- At Moloney's Ranch, April 11, 1887 to the wife of John Maloney, a son.
Died April 23, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
NELSON- At the County Hospital, Mariposa County, April 16th, 1887 Pierre NELSON, a native of Sweden, aged about 61 years.
McSHANE- At the County Hospital, Mariposa County, April 16th, 1887, Patrick McSHANE, a native of Ireland, aged 84 years.
April 30, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
BORN April 30, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
REVEL- At Barba's Ranch, April 27th, 1887, to the wife of Auguste REVEL, a daughter.
Married April 30, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
REYNOLDS- SIMPSON- Near Hornitos, April 26th, 1887, at the residence of the brides parents, by Rev. Father WALSH, Mr. W. J. REYNOLDS, of Solano County, to Miss Kate M. SIMPSON of Mariposa County.
Obituaries, marriage and birth announcements.
LEESON, Mrs. Joseph April 9, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
The Merced "Star" of the 7th says:
Mrs. Joseph LEESON, after a long and painful
illness, died at her home in Merced at four o'clock on Tuesday afternoon.
Her remains were followed to their last resting place to the Masonic Cemetery
yesterday afternoon by a large concourse of friends and acquaintances.
Rev. E. G. McLEAN officiated. The family have the sympathy of the entire
community in this their hour of affliction.
REYNOLDS-SIMPSON April 30, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
Communicated.
Editor Gazette: - I send you a few particulars
about the late wedding here. Mr. W. J. RYNOLDS of Solano county, and Miss
Kate M. SIMPSON of this vicinity, were married yesterday at the residence
of the bride's parents by Rev. Father WALSH. None were present except the
relations and intimate friends of the family. The bridesmaid was Miss Annie
DARLING, and the grooms man, was Samuel LORD. Immediately after the ceremony,
we partook of a delicious dinner, which all present greatly enjoyed. We
all feel sorry to lose Kate as she was well liked by all who knew her,
and she had many friends who will be glad to hear of her welfare. Both
Mr. and Mrs. REYNOLDS have our best wishes for their future. May success
and prosperity attend them in their future home, is the wish of all their
relations and friends. The bride and groom left on the morning train for
Sacramento where they will spend a few days before going to their new home
in Solano county.
E.H.
Vitals May 1887 Mariposa Gazette
May 7, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
none listed
May 14, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
Married May 14, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
Married VARAIN- HERMAN- In Mariposa May 9th, 1887, by Hon. John M. CORCORAN, Judge of the Superior Court, John B. VARAIN of Mariposa county to Diorricia M. HERMAN of San Joaquin county.
May 21, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
Born May 21, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
HART- At Sebastopal, May 13th, 1887, to the wife of Sampson HART, a son.
Died May 21, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
REDMAN- In Cathey's Valley, Mariposa County, May 5, 1887, Mrs. REDMAN, native of Missouri, aged 60 years.
May 28, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
Married May 28, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
SOULE- MELLO In Guatemala City, C. A., April 27, 1887, William D. SOULE of Brantfort, Ontario, Canada to Miss Mary A. MELLO of San Francisco.
Died May 28, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
STOLDER- Near Coulterville, May 14th, 1887, Anthony STOLDER, a native of Pennsylvania, aged about 61 years.
LIND- In Mariposa, May 27th, 1887, Joseph LIND,
Sr., a native of Finland, aged about 58 years.
Obituaries, marriage and birth announcements.
STOLDER, Anthony May 21, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
A Sudden Death.
Mr. Anthony STOLDER, residing east of Coulterville,
was suddenly stricken down last Friday by the breaking of a blood vessel.
Though he did not actually die till Saturday at one P.M., he was insensible
from the moment of the attack till his death. His wife, Mrs. STOLDER, was
in Mariposa, taking care of their son, Mr. R. B. STOLDER, who is just recovering
from his terrible injuries received by jumping from the burning Gallison
Hotel. A messenger was immediately sent for her, with the news, who reached
here about 2 A.M., Saturday morning. Mrs. STOLDER started within a hour
on horseback and fortunately arrived before her husbands death. His son
left for home the next morning with Henry FARNSWORTH in Mrs. FARNSWORTH'S
easy phaeton, by the way of Hornitos and Merced Falls. At the later place,
they got a fresh horse and concluded to keep on the same night and reached
Mr. STOLDER's place about 2 A.M. The invalid bore the journey well under
the circumstances, and though very tired, did not, when Mr. FARNSWORTH
started home the next day, feel himself essentially any worse for his long
and exhausting ride.
We are sure that our readers will join us
in expressing the most sincere sympathy for the bereaved family. They seemed
to have had their full share of misfortunes lately. Mr. STOLDER, himself,
was scarcely recovered from a broken leg, when his son was so terribly,
and almost fatally injured by his fearful leap from the burning hotel.
And now this new blow comes to fill up their cup of bitterness. The son,
indeed has passed though severe trials and dangers, but he has youth and
renewed strength before him, and there is no reason why the future should
not largely atone for the misfortunes of the present. Such at least is
the sincere hope of the whole community, who, during Mr. STOLDER's residence
here have learned to appreciate his value.
LIND, Joseph, Sr. May 28, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
Death of Joseph LIND, Sr.
Yesterday at 4 o'clock A.M., Mr. Joseph LIND, Sr., a well known citizen, of this place, died at his residence here, aged 58 years. Mr. LIND's death, though not wholly unexpected, was quite sudden when it came, as he had been much better for several days before and seemed improving. But Thursday he had a chill followed by a high fever, symptoms which the physicians recognized as very serious, and which were followed in a few hours by death. Mr. LIND has been a great sufferer for months. His illness commenced with a severe attack of neuralgia, which, after some weeks, was followed by an abscess, or running sore on the side of the face. During his illness his strength and flesh rapidly disappeared leaving him very feeble and emaciated at the last.
Mr. LIND was a native of Finland, and with his brother, Harry LIND, came to Mariposa as early as 1849 or 50. Since that time he has worked as a miner and lived in Mariposa. In 1860 he went to Ohio and married there. After staying there a year, he returned and has since resided here, following his business as a miner till late years, when he has worked at such other employment's as offered. Mr. LIND was a sober, industrious and worthy citizen, who was much respected by all the community in which he lived. He leaves four children, Joseph, Jr., Willie, Mrs. Maggie LEWIS and Miss Fanny LIND.
Mr. LIND was a Mason, a member of Mariposa Lodge, in good standing, and his funeral which takes place this afternoon at 3 o'clock, will be under the auspices of the Masonic Fraternity.
Vitals June 1887 Mariposa Gazette
June 4, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
Married June 4, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
DODSON - WELLS- In Merced, May 27th, 1887, by Rev. J.M. ALSANSON, Wm. DODSON to Miss Lena WELLS, both of Mariposa County.
Died June 4, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
BASSET- At Hornitos, May 26th, Elsie, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. BASSETT, aged 16 months.
REDMAN- In Cathey's Valley, Mariposa County,
Cal., May 6th, 1887, Mrs. Elizabeth, beloved wife of A. B. REDMAN, a native
of of Missouri, aged 61 years.
Mrs. REDMAN,
whose maiden name was UNDERWOOD, was born in Madison County, Missouri and
was married to A. B. REDMAN on the 31st of July, 1844, and they, with three
children, came to California in 1857. She leaves a grief stricken husband
and six children, three boys and three girls, to mourn their loss over
her death; the whole community feel as if they had been bereaved and sympathize
with the whole family. She was a loving wife, a patient, affectionate mother,
a worthy neighbor, and above all, she was a Christian, and ready to go
when the summons came. Her death had been delicate for some time, but her
last illness lasted only about two days.
Nearly all the people in Cathey's Valley,
together with nearly all the family of the deceased, attended the funeral
to pay last respects and love for the deceased.
May all the family so live that they may meet
her in heaven. J.B. WILKINSON. Donlphan, Missouri papers please copy.
June 11, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
Born June 11, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
GIVENS- In Cathey's Valley, May 28th, 1887, to the wife of Thomas GIVENS, a son.
June 18, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
Died June 18, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
FORAN- In Stockton, June 12, 1887 William A. FORAN, aged 34 years, a native of Pennsylvania.
WHITE- AT --------. May 11th, 1887, Mrs. L. WHITE of Marshal County, Kansas formerly of Hornitos, California, aged 67 years and 2 months.
MARSHALL- In Hornitos, June 15th, 1887, Lottie Sophrona, beloved wife of Thomas MARSHALL, Jr., a native of Missouri, aged 25 years.
June 25, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
NONE LISTED
Obituaries, marriage and birth announcements.
FORAN, William June 18th, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
The Fatal Pistol.
William FORAN Killed in a bar Room Fight.
He Dies In Great
Agony After Twenty Hours- Circumstances Of Yesterdays
Tragedy- The Autopsy.
( Stockton Mail June 13th.)
Shortly before
1 o'clock yesterday morning William FORAN, Officer TOWELL and John FUNAN
entered the Palisade saloon, adjoining the RUSSELL Stable, on Main Street.
FORAN rarely visited that saloon and when asked to go there on this occasion
refused at first. In the card room sat Lloyd HARRISON and his brother Frank.
Leaning with one arm against the casing of the door leading from the bar
room into the card room FORAN, who was intoxicated, looked in upon the
players and called out, " How do you do, gentlemen, ; come and have a drink."
As he did his eye fell on Frank HARRISON,
between whose brother and FORAN there had been some trouble over a foot
race wager.
" I guess, by God, you'll know me next time
you see me," said Frank.
" Yes I guess I will," and FORAN walked
up to him.
A fight followed in which Lloyd started to
take part. Officer TOWELL separated Frank and FORAN, and shoved the former
out into the bar room.
" You go and attend to him." said Frank, referring
to FORAN; " I don't want to fight you."
" I am trying to," said the officer.
The Shooting.
By this time Frank had been pushed to the further
side of the partition. He resisted arrest, and policeman drew his revolver
to club him if necessary. At that instant two shots were fired in the card
room. Running in, TOWELL saw FORAN on the floor and Lloyd HARRISON with
a smoking revolver in his hand. He arrested the shooter and demanded the
weapon. Lloyd refused to surrender it, but said he would give it to Charles
RICH- one of the proprietors of the saloon. He was accordingly allowed
to pass it to his brother Frank who gave it to RICH and the latter
in turn passed it to TOWELL. HARRISON was taken to jail immediately.
What happened in the card room after FRANK
had been rushed out is described differently by the different witnesses
of the shooting. FORAN attacked Lloyd, who previously joined with Frank
against him. One of the on-lookers says that someone, whom he thinks was
FUNAN, helped FORAN against Lloyd, and that the two forced him back against
a small ice chest, bent him over it and beat him. Lloyd either broke loose
or was released, and then drew his pistol and fired. The first shot missed
and lodged in the wall near the ice chest. The second shot , which followed
quickly on the first, struck FORAN very nearly over the center of the heart.
After The Tragedy.
The wounded man fell on his face. He sprang
into a sitting posture, clasping his left breast and groaned:
" My wife! Send for my wife. I am murdered;
go tell my wife."
Among the people who ran into the saloon upon
hearing the pistol shots was Ben KOHLBERG.
" Who shot you, Billy?" he asked.
" Oh, Ben. I don't know," was the answer;
"I am murdered."
" Is there anything I can do for you?"
" Take care of me. Where is the doctor?"
Officer EDWARDS and Percy WILLIAMS also talked
to him. In reply to a question from EDWARDS as to whether the shot was
through the body, FORAN answered that he thought it he was " done for."
He requested WILLIAMS to look out for the welfare of his family.
Drs. PHILLIPS and CZARTORYSKI were summoned.
When they arrived the man was unconscious. He subsequently came to however,
and inresponse to questions put by District Attorney SMITH, stated that
he did not absolutely know who had done the shooting, and that there was
no cause given for the commission of the deed. He added that he was not
armed. This statement was corroborated by a search, for no weapon was found
near him.
He was left in the saloon until about 5 o'clock,
when he was removed to his dwelling, on the north side of Miner Avenue,
Lindsay point.
Cause of The Trouble.
In the saloon at the time of the tragedy were
Charles RICH, a young man named McINTIRE ( son of RICH's partner), the
HARRISONS, Nelson BROWN, Seth PAYTON, John FINNAN, Officer TOWELL and Charles
LESTER.
Lloyd HARRISON is about 25 years old. He is
a nephew of Norval HARRISON, a wealthy farmer near Linden, and has been
hauling hay for his cousin on a farm near the race track. His brother Frank
came from Tulare on Saturday last.
FORAN moved hither from Farminngton several
years ago and purchased the Eureka Saloon. His estate consists entirely
of personal property, among which is the saloon and moneys valued at three
or four thousand dollars. Yesterday he willed his estate to his wife, and
in order to avoid possible probate difficulties, took the further precaution
of deeding it to her.
The HARRISON's are would be sports. Ill feelings
resulted between them some time ago over a matched bull-dog fight, and
subsequently over a foot race in which FORAN held the stakes and refused
to surrender them for the reason that the case go into the courts- as it
subsequently did. At this time FORAN feared that he might be shot, and
accordingly left town and remained as a guest at the KIDD ranch, on Union
Island, for a week.
On His Death Bed.
The wounded man was pronounced doomed by the
physicians who visited him just after the shooting, and although he lived
till 9 o'clock last night, it was very evident that there was no hope of
his survival. When a Mail reporter saw him yesterday, FORAN was but semi
conscious. He was moaning and breathing heavily. Throwing back the bed
clothing and raising the cloth from his breast a peculiar wound could be
seen. It was not circular, as is usually the case, but somewhat elongated
in a line traverse to the body. It was about the size of a thirty eight
caliber ball- the size of the Smith and Wesson pistol used by HARRISON.
The death parlor seemed already on his face.
This resulted from lack of circulation. His body was cold and clammy, although
a dozen bottles of hot water were kept around him.
Occasionally he rallied, and upon his attention
being attracted, he recognized visitors and spoke to them. In conversing
about the tragedy he said he attempted to catch the pistol at the first
fire.
The dying man was visited several times by
Father BRENNAN of St. Mary's Church.
FORAN's death happened at exactly 9 o'clock.
During the twenty minutes prior to that time he was unconscious. His last
words were to his wife, asking her to put her arms around his neck. His
dying struggles were terrible. He tore off the cloths with which the wounds
had been bandaged and threw his arms around in agony. He had been bleeding
internally, and his struggles and tossing caused the pent up blood to spout
from the bullet hole.
The Fatal Wound.
The body was taken to the morgue shortly after
the death, and an autopsy was held immediately. It was found that the cavity
of the body was full of blood. The ball had struck a rib, fracturing the
bone, and had glanced upward. It struck on the under side of the rib above
and was deflected strait inwards, passing though the left lung about half
a inch over the heart, and through the shoulder blade. The ball was but
slightly battered.
A Coroners jury was summoned and viewed the
remains at the completion of the autopsy. Owing to the fact that the attorneys
who are to hear the evidence in the case are engaged, the inquest was postponed
to Wednesday morning next.
The deceased was 35 years old. Besides the
widow he leaves a son ten years old, who was visiting a relative at Watsonville
at the time of the deceased death. Mr. FORAN's father and mother reside
in Mariposa County, and it is thought they will not be able to answer the
summons sent them in time for the funeral, which will be held tomorrow.
A Mail reporter called at the jail today to
get prisoner HARRISON's version of the killing, but he refused to be seen.
W. L. DUDLEY has been retained as his council.
It is reported that James H. BUDD will be
employed to assist the District Attorney in the prosecution.
Vitals July 1887 Mariposa Gazette
July 2, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
Born July 2, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
LITTLEJOHN- At Hornitos June 26th, 1887, to the wife of J. B. LITTLEJOHN, a daughter.
Died July 2, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
JUAN- At the county hospital in Mariposa, June 23, 1887, Pedro JAUN, native of Manilla, aged 68 years.
LAFEUILLADE- At the county hospital in Mariposa, June 29th, 1887, Frank LAFEUILLADE, native of France, aged about 66 years.
KUMMER- In Mariposa, June 29, 1887, John KUMMER, native of Germany, aged about 37 years.
July 9, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
none listed
July 16, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
Born July 16, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
HUNTER- In Mariposa, July 14th, 1887, to the wife of Wm. W. W. HUNTER, a daughter.
Died July 16, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
PICKLE- At Fresno, June 28th, 1887, Mary A. PICKLE aged 33 years.
HENDRICKS- At Chowchilla Valley, July 13th, 1887, a native of Kentucky, aged 74 years and 26 days.
MELLO- In Nevada City, July 9th, 1887, Annie, beloved wife of Frank J. MELLO of San Francisco. a native of Nevada City, aged 25 years and 17 months.
July 23, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
Born July 23, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
McMASTER- Near Hornitos, July 29th, 1887, to the wife of Charley McMASTER, a daughter.
July 30, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
none listed
Obituaries, marriage and birth announcements.
KUMMER- LAFEUILLADE July 2, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
Two Suicides in One Day.
Last Wednesday morning, two suicides occurred
in this town. John KUMMER, the young man who was injured in the Hite's
Cove mine last week, had been staying at Schlageter's Hotel, since he was
brought in town, under the care of a nurse and under charge of Dr. KEARNY.
Last Wednesday morning, about 7 o'clock, his nurse left him a moment to
get a cup of coffee. Scarcely had he turned his
back when KUMMER managed to get up and get to his baggage, from which
he took a long knife with which he stabbed himself four or five times,
once through the heart. He was just gasping his last gasp when the nurse
returned. The hot weather had been very unfavorable to his injuries, and
was probably he was partially crazed with pain and suffering. He leaves
no relatives in this part of the country.
Another.
A few days ago, Frank LAFEUILLADE, a
Frenchmen, a native of St. Gaudens in France, applied for admission to
the hospital. At the time he applied, it was noticed that he had a large
swelling on his throat, but no particular examination was made and he made
no complaint. It has since been ascertained that he made a serious
attempt to cut his throat with a razor and had inflicted severe and painful,
though not necessarily fatal wounds. Wednesday morning very early, by some
means he got hold of and took a two once bottle full of Laudanum. He soon
became insensible, and all efforts to rally him failed, and he ceased to
breath about noon. Cause, delirium tremens.
Lame George July 30, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
Killing of a Indian on the Yosemite Road.
Last week an Indian, known as Lame George, was killed in the neighborhood of West Woods place on the Wawona and Yosemite Turnpike, near 11 mile station. Mr. WOOD has stepped out of his place for a moment, and Lame George took advantage to enter and steal his money. On Mr. WOODS return, a moment after, he discovered his loss and accused the Indian. The latter went for his pistol and Mr. WOOD had to retreat. While the latter was getting the gun, the Indian rode off. WOOD fired at him, but did not suppose that he hit him. But the Indians horse appearing without him, caused a search to be made, which resulted in finding his dead body with a fatal wound in the back of the head. Coroner LEITCH held an inquest, and Mr. WOOD was held for examination. But on examination, it appearing doubtful whether Mr. WOOD's shot had killed the Indian, or whether another Indian had shot him, a second shot having been heard about the same time, Mr. WOOD was discharged.
Vitals August 1887 Mariposa Gazette
August 6, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
missing issue
August 13, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
Died August 13, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
PATE- In Cathey's Valley, July 29th, 1887, F. M. PATE, a pioneer citizen of Mariposa county, aged 63 year.
Born August 13, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
RYAN- In Cathey's Valley, July 29th, 1887, to the wife of James RYAN, a son.
August 20, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
Married August 20, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
WARREN- LOVEJOY- At the residence of the bride's parents, in Tulare City, August 15th, 1887, by Rev. C. P. WILSON, L. F. WARREN to Miss Mary J. LOVEJOY, both of Tulare.
Died August 20, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
McDONALD- In Merced, August 9th, 1887, Mrs. William McDONALD, native of Hornitos, Mariposa County, California, aged 32 years, 5 months and 2 days.
August 27, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
Born August 27, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
HARRIS- Near Cold Springs, August 19th, 1887, to the wife of Marshall HARRIS, a daughter.
PATE- At Cathey's Valley, August 20, 1887, to the wife of S. M. PATE, a daughter. Weight 12 pounds.
Died August 27, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
BRUCE- In Merced, August 24, 1887, Mrs. Kate BRUCE, aged about 35 years.
Obituaries, marriage and birth announcements.
HALL-LOCKLAN August 20, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
The following notice was taken from the San Jose Daily Herald.
AN ACQUISITION.
On Friday evening of last week a merry party
gathered at Menlo Park and gave a surprise party to Prof. H. C. HALL, the
newly elected Principal of the Forth Ward School of San Jose. Among the
party were many from this city. Prof. HALL has been principal of the Menlo
Park school for the last seven years and is held in the highest esteem
by the people there, who surrendered him unwillingly to San Jose. A pleasant
feature of the surprise was a handsome gold watch and chain presented to
him by the pupils of his school.
Last Sunday Prof. HALL was married to Miss
Minnie LOCKLAN, a charming young lady of that city, and the newly married
couple came at once to San Jose. They are living at the Lake House. Prof.
HALL is an able and accomplished teacher and is a valuable acquisition
to the public schools of this city.
[Prof. HALL is one of our Mariposa boys, born
at the Pine Tree mine, and his sister is Mrs. Annie (HALL) GREEN, well
known as a resident of our county and a successful teacher. - Ed. Gazette]
Vitals September 1887 Mariposa Gazette
September 3, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
none listed
September 10, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
Died September 10, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
ERNST- At the County Hospital, Sept. 5, 1887, Conrad ERNST, a native of Germany, aged 56 years.
September 17, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
Born- September 17, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
STEWART- At Sherlock's. August 30th, 1887, to the wife of George STEWART, a son, weight 11 pounds.
GREEN- At Snow Creek, September 10th, 1887, to the wife of Charles L. GREEN, a son.
September 24, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
none listed.
Obituaries, marriage and birth announcements.
MITCHELL, Charles September 10, 1877 Mariposa Gazette
A Grass Valley Pioneer Dead.
Grass Valley, September 4th. - Charles MITCHELL was found dead in his bed this mourning at six o'clock, by his wife when she tried to wake him. He was in his customary good health and spirits when he retired last night. Deceased resided here over thirty years, and was greatly esteemed. He was an extensive and wealthy brewer in former years. His age is sixty-eight. He was known in London. Thomas A. MITCHELL, son of the deceased, is the general agent at San Francisco for several insurance companies. An autopsy will be held. Heart disease is supposed to have been the cause of death.
ERNST, Conrad September 10, 1877 Mariposa Gazette
About two weeks ago, Conrad ERNST, one of the parties who has been taking care of Capt. MEYER'S vineyard, during his absence in the East, fell from a ladder while picking peaches and injured himself internally, it is supposed, for on last Monday morning, he was taken with hemorrhage of the lungs, and went to the hospital where he died in the afternoon of the same day. He was a native of Germany, and was 56 years of age.
BARTLETT, Gov. September 17, 1877 Mariposa Gazette
GOVERNOR BARTLETT IS DEAD.
Governor BARTLETT died Monday afternoon about
5 o'clock. He had been insensible for two days or more and passed away
quietly without any return of consciousness. This event has been confidently
expected for several days and, hence, created no surprise, but was received
with universal expressions of sincere regret. The people of California,
without distinction of party, trusted and honored the unsullied integrity
of their Chief Magistrate, and will all join in paying the last tributes
of affection to his memory.
Washington BARTLETT was, in part, of New England
descent, his father being a native of New Hampshire, but settled in Georgia.
The late Governor was born in Savannah in that State, February 29th, 1824.
His mother was Miss Melhaddo, s daughter of the Italian Consul at Savannah.
He received a good education, and when he came of age, removed to Tallahassee,
Florida, with his father who was a
journalist by profession, and was associated with the latter for several
years in publishing a newspaper in that place. He commenced his trade at
the beginning, learning to set type, and acquired the whole art of the
printer's trade.
After the Mexican war and the discovery of
gold in California he was irresistibly drawn thither and took passage at
Charlestown, South Carolina, in the ship "Othello" for San Francisco. The
voyage was prolonged to eleven months, ending in November, 1849, and all
on board suffered great hardships.
At the same time he had shipped around the
horn a printing press with its necessary equipment's. Soon after his arrival,
he established the first daily paper in the State. The Daily Morning Journal
of Commerce, devoted to the advocacy of the admission of California as
a State. By the time the State was admitted (September 9th, 1850), he had
been burned out three times and was naturally bankrupt. His energy and
perseverance carried him through. In 1853, aided by his brother, Columbus
BARTLETT, he started the Daily Evening News, which was an American organ
and warmly supported the election of J. Neeley JOHNSON. In the days of
the Vigilance Committee the Evening News and the Bulletin were the peculiar
supporters of that organization among the press. About that time, the News
changed and became a morning paper, so as not to conflict with the Bulletin,
and took the new name of the True Californian, Mr. BARTLETT and Wm. H.
RHODES (CAXTON) were the editors. In 1856 and '57, the condition of political
affairs and business was such that Mr. BARTLETT retired from the publishing
business and practiced law with his brother, Columbus, for two years. This
brought him into politics. He was elected County Clerk of San Francisco
in 1859 by the People's party [supporters of the Vigilance Committee],
and again in 1861. In 1866 he was defeated as Auditor on the Democratic
ticket, but in 1867 was chosen County Clerk again, upon the latter ticket.
In 1868, Governor HAIGHT appointed him Harbor Commissioner to fill a vacancy.
In 1873 he was elected State Senator from San Francisco by the Democrats.
In 1882 he was chosen Mayor of San Francisco by the same party, defeating
M. C. BLAKE by 2,329 majority. He was re-elected Mayor in 1884 by 2,834
majority over his Republican competitor, though at that election the Republicans
had an average majority of 4,500.
The facts of his late election as Governor
of this State, in one of the closest contests in its history are to recent
to need recital here. Neither is it necessary to detail the history of
his administration. It is sufficient to say that he fulfilled all expectations
and promises of his friends.
Governor BARTLETT, besides the above public
positions, has filled many important private posts of trust and confidence
and always with honor to himself and satisfaction to those interested.
Vitals October 1887 Mariposa Gazette
October 1, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
Born October 1. 1887 Mariposa Gazette
APPLING- In Fresno, September 10th, 1887, to the wife of P. C. APPLING, a son.
Married October 1, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
ZELLER- PETERSON- In San Francisco, September 23d, 1887, William S. ZELLER to Miss Emily PETERSON., of this place.
October 8, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
Born October 8, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
JOSELYN- In Tulare City, October 4th, 1887, to the wife of A. W. JOSELYN, a son. Weight ten pounds.
October 15, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
Died October 15, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
YOUNG- Near Bridgeport, Mariposa County, October 13th, 1887, Abner Henley YOUNG, a native of Tennessee, aged 70 years.
October 22, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
Born October 22, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
SCHLAGETER- At the residence of Mr. and Mrs. George BERTKIN, on the Hite's Cove Road, about two miles below Darrah, October 15th, 1887, to the wife of Charles SCHLAGETER, a son.
October 29, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
none listed
Obituaries, weddings and birth announcements.
UTTER- SEED Marriage Oct. 1, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
Married
Dick UTTER, of this city, was married to Miss Mollie SEED, of Lawrenceville, at Vincennes, last week. The happy couple will locate in Kansas.- Mt. Carmel (Ill.) Register. The above named groom is a brother to the wife of this paper. After a long an anxious waiting to see him, stimulated from time to time with faithful promises that he would soon appear and favor us with a visit, we hope now that matters of perhaps greater importance to him are settled, he will come and bring with him his amiable companion which will no doubt make his visit one of contentment and greater satisfaction.
YOUNG, A. H. October 15, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
We exceedingly regret having to chronicle the
death of our dear friend, A. H. YOUNG, of Bridgeport, who died at his residence
on Thursday morning of this week. He had been ill for a year or two, suffering
with the kidney complaint and finally the dropsy, which assisted to conclude
his long career upon this earth. He was about 70 years of age, and has
spent a life of industry and devotedness to his family. In his departure
the community have lost a good neighbor, an esteemed citizen, and his family
a kind-hearted husband and father. He leaves a wife and three children
to mourn his loss. The funeral will take place to-day at 10 A.M. We are
informed that he will be buried near Bridgeport.
Vitals November 1887 Mariposa Gazette
November 5, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
none listed.
November 12, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
Born November 12, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
WELLS- At Pea Ridge, November 5th, 1887, to the wife of Howard WELLS, a daughter, weight 13 pounds.
November 19, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
Married November 19, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
HENLEY- ROSENTHAL- At Hawthorne, Nevada, October --, 1887 W. J. HENLEY to Miss Kate ROSENTHAL.
ROSENTHAL - CURLER- In Hawthorne, Nevada, November
5, 1887, Samuel H. ROSENTHAL to Miss Alice H. CURLER.
Samuel H. ROSENTHAL and Kate ROSENTHAL, mentioned
in the above notices are natives of Hornitos in this county, and children
of our old and esteemed friends Davis and Mrs. ROSENTHAL. They have the
good wishes of the Gazette in their matrimonial ventures.
Died November 19, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
SARGENT- At Big Tree Station ( Wawona), November 12th, 1887, Henry Rogers SARGENT, a native of Tennessee, aged 56 years. ( Tennessee papers please copy)
November 26, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
Born November 26, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
NEWMAN- At Bear Valley, November 18th, 1887 to the wife of Maurice E. NEWMAN, a daughter.
Married November 26, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
McCREADY - ANDERSON- At Sonora, Tuolumne County, November 16th, 1887, the Rev. M. J. WALSH officiating, Henry C. McCREADY, of Mariposa, to Mrs. EUNICE A, ANDERSON, of Sonora.
Died November 26, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
AUSTIN- At Sonora, Tuolumne County, November 13th, 1887, Dr. Horace G. AUSTIN, a native of Rhode Island, aged 74 years. Deceased formerly lived in Coulterville, of this county, where he had many friends and acquaintances who regret his death.
SMITH- At Selma, Fresno County, November -, 1887, the beloved wife of W. L. SMITH. The family formerly lived on Pea Ridge in this county.
WHITE- Near Coulterville, Mariposa County, November 19th, 1887, Alexander WHITE, a native of New Hampshire, aged 75 years.
SHREVE- At his home in Pennsylvania, November -, 1887, William A SHREVE, aged 67 years.
GROLLMAN- At Modesto, Stanislaus County, November 18th, 1887, Dora, daughter of Mrs. Wm. GROLLMAN, aged 10 years.
Obituaries, wedding and birth announcements.
SARENT, Hank November 19th, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
Hank SARGENT, the name he is best known by, whose death is announced in this issue of the Gazette, was and old time resident of this county. He has passed a very checkered career, although harmless to everyone but himself. He was given excessively to the opium habit, which preyed upon his vital systems for many years, and, latterly, he was very much emaciated and demented so much so that he was unfit for manual labor. He was very well educated, and was a great reader, and in his writings he was fond of expressing his subject in the shape of prose and poetry. Poor Hank was very companionable, harmless and in years gone by, would visit about among his friends and acquaintances and spent a few weeks at a time with each, but latterly he has lived quite steadily in the neighborhood of Crook's saw mill a short distance from Grant's Spring in this county. The Big Tree Station (WAWONA as it is now called)is but 6 or 8 miles away from where he has been living. He was in the habit of visiting that place and we presume he was trading there or making his customary calls when he took sick and died. We have not been able to learn any particulars. He is connected with excellent people somewhere in the East, but we presume some one of his most intimate acquaintances here does know and will inform them of his death, or inform us and we will send copies of the Gazette containing the announcement of his demise.
Vitals December 1887 Mariposa Gazette
December 3, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
Married December 3, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
WEBBER- PETERSON- At Hornitos, November 23d, 1887, at the residence of the brides parents by S.W. CARR, J.P., Frank WEBBER to Miss Mary Josephine PETERSON.
December 10, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
Died December 10, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
HOWARD- Near Bridgeport, Mariposa County, December 5th, 1887, Albert Lipscomb HOWARD, son of William J. HOWARD, a native of Mariposa County, California, aged 17 years, 4 months and 3 days.
December 24, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
Married December 24, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
BLANCHARD- PETTY- At Snelling, Merced County, December 14th, 1887, by Judge J. A. HARRELSON, Mr. Charles E. BLANCHARD, of Snelling, to Miss Lillie PETTY, of Mariposa.
Died December 24, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
BRADFORD - In San Francisco, December 17th, 1887, Lizzie W., beloved wife of Judge A. C. BRADFORD, a native of Oneida County, New York, aged 56 years.
LEON-- At the County Hospital, Mariposa County, December 17th, 1887, Antonio LEON, a native of Mexico, aged 78 years.
WHITE- At Snelling, Merced County, December 19th, 1887, James WHITE (colored), aged 65 years.
Obituaries, wedding and birth announcements.
Peterson marriage December 3, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
A Charming Wedding.
The euphonical cadence of the marriage bell;
the panegyric epithalamium, and their conjunctive services and ceremonies
were never greeted and appraised more enthusiastically and cordially than
at the recent nuptials of Mr. Frank WEBER, our well known butcher, and
Miss Mary Josephine PETERSON, the charming and eldest daughter of Mr. And
Mrs. Christian PETERSON of Hornitos. The wedding ceremonies were celebrated
at the residence of the brides parents, upon the day preceding Thanksgiving.
The wedding was private, Judge Samuel CARR officiating, none but members
of the brides family and intimate acquaintances being in attendance. The
bride was dressed in an elaborate and handsome trousseau appropriate to
the occasion, and bearing herself with mien which deeply characterized
the profound solemnity of such events, and of one who has deeply considered
that extensive premeditation contingent and necessary upon embrasure of
that problem deepest in all life's philosophy, placed her hand in that
of her future life's ambassador, at precisely 5 o'clock, while the voice
of the law pronounced those words of binding allegiance that carry their
conviction inseparably thoughout life's mortal span. The service was impressive,
and all present realized its momentousness, and the attributes of its wisdom.
After manifold congratulations were received, all present were invited
to attend a reception and banquet given in honor and congratulation to
the newly wedded couple by the brides parents. It is needless to observe
that the festive board was replete with all that could be desired by the
most fastidious. The menu embraced all the delicacies and delicious viands
that our glorious county cultivates. The main feature was the wedding cake;
more properly the "Dream Cake." It consisted of numerous layers, or rounded
disks mounting to a apex, surmounted by a large silver bell, its surface
artistically interspersed with silver rosettes and appropriate trimmings.
Numerous toasts given were responded to, wishing the happy couple a life
fragrant with flowery years. In the evening, dancing being in order, all
repaired to the Quartzburg School-house. Collation was served at midnight,
and dancing was continued until three o'clock. The following is a summary
of the most notable presentations to the bride; Mr. and Mrs. GOMMO, large
painting by HILL; Miss CAVAGNARO, cut glass fruit service; Mrs. KOCHER,
elegantly embossed photograph album; Miss EMMA KOCHER, fine album; J. GEDRATH,
library lamp, French mirror, silver teapot, two initial cups, one silver
candelabrum; Mr. And Mrs. George REEB, scrap book and vases; Mrs. MERCK,
silver pickle castor and requisites; Misses GAGLIARDO's, Nubia (Italian
make); Mr. and Mrs. GAGLIARDO, pair of blankets ( this gift is noticeable
from the fact that Mr. G. secured them in Italy during his recent tour
of the Globe.); Mr. MOORE, of Snelling, set of fruit dishes; Edward and
Miss FELDHANE, dinner set; Joe BAUER, one dozen silver teaspoons; Mrs.
BRANSOM, cut glass candelabrum; Richard GOMMO, Japanese tea service; Mr.
and Mrs. GARDWORTHY, one box silk handkerchiefs and two dolls (representing
matrimonial felicity); Mr. Fred ERMAIN, six dozen fowls; Mr. BARNEX, half
dozen turkeys; Mr. Will PETERSON, silver water service; Miss Annie PETERSON,
fish service; Mr. Chris. PETERSON, one dozen tablespoons.
Those present at the banquet and
ball were; Mr. Frank WEBBER and lady, Mr. and Mrs. PETERSON and family,
Mr. Frank PETTIS and lady, Mr. GAGLIARDO and lady, Judge CARR and lady,
Mr. Samuel LORD and lady, Mrs. MARSHALL and daughter, Mrs. GOMMO and son,
Mr. Ed. CASTERLINE, Mr. Wm. MALONEY, Mr. James JOSE, Mrs. CARROLA and Misses
Kate NORTHRUP, Mary MALONEY, Annie DARLING, Tillie LESSMAN, Flora NORTHRUP
and Sarah LESWICK, the Quartzburg Base Ball League in full, the Hornitos
Base Ball Association in full, the Hornitos Amateur Dramatic Society were
well represented.
From Snelling- Mr. and Miss FELDHANS,
Mr. MOORE and Miss GALBRAITH. Musicians- Mr. Joe BAUER and Mr. Joe VALENCIA.
And your humble servant,
Claude MELNOTTE.
HOWARD, Albert L. December 10, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
Death of Albert L. HOWARD.
The death of Albert Lipscomb HOWARD on Monday
last, at his father's home near Bridgeport, occasioned the greatest surprise
and deepest heartfelt sorrow among the numerous friends and acquaintances
of the family and of the deceased. He was born in Mariposa county and about
18 years of age, a period of life which, as a general thing, is the most
interesting. He was the third son of Wm. J. HOWARD and was most remarkable
for his reserved manner and manly ways which made him a great favorite
with his most intimate acquaintances. The cause of his death was most unfortunate,
as at first it appeared slight and a fatal resultwas not in the least apprehended.
Last Thanksgiving morning he was engaged chopping
some brush or wood, and his ax by some means caught and glanced off into
the top of his foot, cutting a gash near two inches in length. He was immediately
brought to town, a distance of five miles and the wound sewed up by Dr.
GALLISON. In four days afterward (Sunday) he was brought to town again
and the wound dressed by Doctor TURNER. On his return home in a wagon,
it is said, he suffered most intensely and upon arrival, it was found the
wound had bled profusely and he complained very much of his foot and leg
being exceedingly cold and insensible to touch. An (one line hidden by
a fold in the paper) his father who was called away a day or two after
the accident occurred to Fresno as a witness in the PRESCOTT and MEYERS
case, being tried for stage robbery.
The unfortunate young man gradually grew worse,
the leg from the wound to above the knee became largely swollen and to
all appearances he had taken cold in the wound which was likely to prove
fatal, as it did.
A short time before his death his jaws became
locked, which was evidently the lockjaw and hurried the approach of his
death. In the absence of the father the two sisters, Delia and Ida, were
all that were left of the family capable of assisting and taking care of
the unfortunate brother. But he was not neglected, for the kindly assistance
of several neighbors were at hand and did all they could to render the
last moments of the dying boy as painless as possible. He was a member
of the Good Templars and upon receipt of the news of his death, several
went from town to sit up with the corpse and to render what assistance
they could.
The father was dispatched for the day he died
and arrived home on Tuesday night following at 12 M. to find his beloved
son whom he had left but a few days previous so full of hope and promise,
prostrate in death.
The deceased was possessed of excellent social
qualities, having a turn of mind for the violin which made him a great
favorite with the younger class of people. He was likewise remarkable for
his gentle demeanor, very modest and reserved, good morals, and was a worthy
member of the Good Templars of this place.
The funeral took place from the Good Templars'
Hall on Thursday afternoon, and the ceremonies were rendered under the
auspices of the Lodge. The procession, which formed at the hall, was unusually
large. It was composed of members of the Order, besides a large number
of friends and citizens from the neighborhood and country, around which
helped to make up the cortege on its march to the cemetery, about one half
mile above town. The Rev. A.L. PAUL discoursed at some length, which was
followed by the regular funeral service of the Good Templars, in which
he officiated as Chaplain. The beautiful hymn, " Shall We Gather at the
River," was sung with much feeling by the audience.
Mr. HOWARD and his children who have had to
bear the burden of this sad affliction have the sympathy of an appreciative
community in their sad bereavement and distress.
1888 Mariposa Gazette
Vitals January 1888 Mariposa Gazette
January 7, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Born January 7, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
SOUZA- In Cathey's Valley, Mariposa County, December 28th, 1887, to the wife of Jose M. de SOUZA, a daughter.
January 14, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Died January 14, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
BECKERLEG- At No. 9 Mine, near Hornitos, Mariposa County, January 7, 1888. Samuel BECKERLEG, a native of England, aged 35 years.
January 21, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Born January 21, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
PAUL- In Mariposa, January 17th, 188, to the wife of Rev. A. L. PAUL, a daughter.
Married January 21, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
OPIE- OLNEY- Near Coulterville, Mariposa County, January 15th, 1888, at the residence of the brides farther, by M. GLYNN, J.P., Mr. James OPIE to Miss Annie OLNEY.
MARTIN- BOST- At the residence of the brides parents, in Merced, January 17, 1888, by the Rev. G. W. LYONS, C. D. MARTIN to Miss Hallie BOST, daughter of General J. W. and Mrs. BOST.
Died January 21, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
ANTOINE- Near French Camp, Mariposa County, January --, 1888, Joseph ANTOINE, a native of France, aged about 57 years.
HILL- At QUICK's Ranch, Lewis District, Mariposa County, January 17th, 1888, Mrs. Jane, beloved wife of E. V. HILL and daughter of M. W. QUICK, a native of Mariposa County, aged about 30 years.
January 28th, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Married January 28th, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
McLEAN- RUSSELL- At the residence of Richard SMITH, in Stockton, January 23d, 1888, by the Rev. T. A. COWAN, Rev. E. G. McLEAN, of Walla Walla, W. T.,to Miss Sadie F. RUSSELL, of Stockton.
Obituaries, wedding and birth announcements.
BECKERLEG, Samuel January 14th, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
The death of Samuel BECKERLEG at the No. 9 Mine, last Saturday, was as sudden as it was unexpected. He was engaged in mining and milling quartz at that place and when his sudden death occurred, he was carrying one end of a light stick of timber in company with Fred SHILLING, another miner, when he was observed to drop upon his knees, and from that to the ground. He was dead in a instant, supposed to be heart disease. Deceased leaves a wife to mourn his loss. Poor Sam, we knew him well, he was a good fellow and a good Odd Fellow of Hornitos Lodge No. 99. He was honest, industrious and a good provider. He has lived about Hornitos for a long time and was highly respected by all who knew him. He married a widow with several children, and one of his partners in mining was a son-in-law, Richard THOMAS. BECKERLEG was a healthy robust man, and there was no accounting for his sudden death, except it was a disease of the heart.
HILL, Mrs. Jane (QUICK) January 21, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
The death of Mrs. Jane HILL, nee QUICK, on Thursday last, was sad and unexpected news to a great number of our citizens who have known her so long. She was born here and was well known here and highly respected by her friends and acquaintances. She was married to Mr. E, V, HILL, and was living with her husband at the Quick homestead and farm, about 17 miles below this place. She died from giving birth to a child which lived 24 hours only. The mother and child were placed together in one casket and brought to town for burial on Thursday. The funeral was followed to the public cemetery by a large concourse of relatives and friends. The ceremonies at the grave were conducted by Rev. A. L. PAUL. The deceased leaves a husband and two small children to mourn her loss.
OPIE- OLNEY Marriage January 21, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Matrimonial. - From advices received from Coulterville, we learn that on Sunday last, at the residence of the brides farther, Mr. James OPAI, one of Coulterville popular young men, led to the alter Miss Annie, second daughter of Mr. Augustus OLNEY, and were tied together with strong matrimonial cords by M. GLYNN, J.P. That the cords with which this surely happy couple were so solemnly bound may endure till that good old age we all wish to see, and that their future may always be as bright and happy as their present, is the fond wish of the Gazette.
ANTOINE, Joseph January 21, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
A Frenchman named Joseph ANTOINE was found
at French Camp, about three miles above town one day this week. He was
frozen stiff. Some say he died of starvation with twelve dollars which
where found in his pocket. A coroner's inquest was held before Justice
TEMPLE on Wednesday last, and the following is their report: We the jury
summoned to inquire into the death of Joseph ANTOINE, deceased, find the
following:
1. That the deceased name was Joseph ANTOINE
a native of France,aged about 57 years.
2. That at the time of his death, he was a
resident of French Camp, Mariposa County, California.
3. That the exact cause of deceased death
is to the jury unknown, but is supposed to have resulted from natural causes.
January 18, 1888
J. J. ELLINGHAM
H. E. SNEDIKER
James A. RIDGWAY
James BARNETT
James DUFF
Chas. E PEREGOY
S. W. JACOBY
Julien (lynching) January 28, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Hung to Tree.
During the day, on Tuesday last, the community
here were a little surprised by a report that a young Mexican, commonly
called Julien, had been found hanged from a tree on the Moore Hill, some
five miles below town. When found, his spurs were still on his feet, and
he had on his oilcloth suit and bore the appearance of having been traveling
and had just returned to his cabin, or place of stopping, which was not
far distant from the spot where he was found. His hands were tied behind
him and the rope, which was adjusted about his neck and over the limb of
the tree, was quite small, and the one used by him for lassoing stock.
On the next day, Wednesday, a party from town went to the spot accompanied
by Justice TEMPLE acting Coroner, where an inquest was held, and the result
of the investigation was that the deceased came to his death from hanging
to a tree by unknown persons.
The deceased has parents living at Indian
Gulch and ws about twenty-one years of age, and has been engaged in the
cattle business for several years.
It is thought that the perpetrators of this
deed did not exceed three in number, and they covered up their tracks so
well that it is hard to distinguish anything by which they could be traced
or judge how many were concerned. To all appearances the deceased was away
from his stopping place, and the parties were in waiting for his return.
Upon his return he was evidently pounced upon and disarmed. His hands being
securely tied behind him, he was forced to remain in the saddle till the
tree was reached where the rope, being adjusted around his neck, was passed
over a limb and fastened, and the horse led out from under, leaving the
unfortunate dangling between the limb and the earth. The limb must not
have bent down, or there was considerable slack given to the rope, for
his feet were within six inches of the ground when found.
This young Mexican is well known all through
the Pea Ridge, Indian Gulch and Hornitos sections, and appears to have
not a very enviable reputation, more especially among stock-raisers. What
he has done latterly of a criminal nature to cause the vengeance of his
enemies to turn executioners, regardless of law, judge, or jury, we do
not know. We have heard no complaints of late among stock-raisers of cattle
thieves or of anything else.
We exceedingly regret this occurrence, for
it does not seem to be a case wherein forbearance had ceased to be a virtue,
as, since the day's of KIRK's, nothing of this kind has been charged to
exist in this section or county.
McLEAN/ RUSSELL marriage January 7, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Under the head of "Married" in this paper will be observed the marriage of Rev. Ed. G. McLEAN to Miss Sadie F. RUSSELL of Stockton. Rev. Ed. G. McLEAN, who resides at Merced for many years, is well known to that community, and extensively acquainted throughout the southern tier of counties along the line of the Southern Pacific Rail- Road. His genial ways have made him a great favorite, not only with the "sobersides," but with the "boy," and many outside of the church who would go to hear him preach first of all others. The " boys," specially about Merced, usually saluted him, " How are you Ed., Howdy Ed.," and if the occasion required it, Ed, was as likely to be seen in the midst of a crowd of the boys and friends doing the talking, while they were doing the other thing, taking a drink; it was all the same to him, he would greet his friends wherever he found them; He did not wear "corsets," nor a hypocritical cloak, but is one off those genial gentleman whose liberality and prepossessing ways will always for him the love and esteem of all who may come to know him. The lady he married is the daughter of A.C. RUSSELL, who was our editor of the "Mail" in 1866 and 67, or about that time. His family was here with him, and a prettier or equally interesting family of children ( there were several) is seldom seen. Miss Sadie, now Mrs. McLEAN, was one of them. She has probably forgotten the little episode of her life in Mariposa about twenty years ago, but her parents have not, and is, no doubt, often refereed to as one of the important events of a floating career in the foothills of old Mariposa. Mr. and Mrs. RUSSELL were intelligent people, and he was a spirited writer. The home of the new married couple will be at Walla Walla W.T.
Vitals February 1888 Mariposa Gazette
February 4, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
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February 11, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
none listed
February 18, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Born February 18, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
SCHLAGETER- In Mariposa, February 15th, 1888, to the wife of Fred W. SCHLAGETER, a daughter.
Died February 18, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
LEBRIGHT- At LEBRIGHT's Station, Tuolumne County,
on Sunday, February 12th, 1888, Frederick LEBRIGHT, a native of Germany,
aged 60 years and 10 months.
Mr. LEBRIGHT was a pioneer of '49 and has
lived at his late place of residence for the last thirty years, and was
a honest and upright man. He was buried in the Granite Spring Cemetery,
a large number of friends followed his remains to its last resting place.
He leaves a family of four grown up daughters to mourn his loss. His wife
died eleven years ago, Peace to his ashes. W.
February 25, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Married February 25, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
THOMPSON- JEFFERY- In Coulterville, Mariposa County, February 15th, 1888, at the residence of the bride's parents, by M. GYNN, J.P., John THOMPSON to Miss Sarah JEFFERY.
Died February 25, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
EGENHOFF- At the German Hospital in San Francisco, February 16th, 1888, David EGENHOFF, a native of Honover, Germany, aged 64 years.
SOULES, In Red Bluff, February 17th, 1888, Mary Agnes, beloved wife of W. D. SOULES, eldest daughter of Mrs. M. A. MELLO and sister of Frank J. and William A. MELLO and Mrs. R. HARVEY, a native of Mariposa County, California, aged 25 years, 5 months and 28 days. TREMMEA- In Mariposa, February 24th, 1888, Thomas H. TREMMEA, a native of Nova Scotia, aged 67 years.
Obituaries, wedding and birth announcements.
FAYMONVILLE, William February 11, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Another Pioneer Gone.
Yesterday afternoon, shortly before 2 o'clock,
William FAYMONVILLE died at his residence, on North K. Street, from a abscess
of the head. Mr. FAYMONVILLE was a German by birth, but his parents emigrated
from the faderland when he was but a small child, settling in the State
of Pennsylvania, we believe. When he reached maturity Mr. FAYMONVILLE left
his parents home and came to California, and has been here ever since.
He located in Fresno County before Fresno
was a town and had grown up among this people being always among the first
to place his services or his wealth at the disposal of his friends or to
the aid any movement looking towards the advancement of the city. He was
at one time the Clerk and Recorder of this county and with his usual foresight
he prepared during his term of office a complete set of abstracts of the
property in this county, the only set of books, we believe, that are anything
like a complete abstract of Fresno County in existence, outside of the
Recorder's office. When Fresno was incorporated Mr. FAYMONVILLE was elected
president of the first board of trustees. He was at the time engaged in
the abstract business, which occupation he followed almost constantly until
a few months ago, when his impaired health compelled him to give him up
active life entirely. While it was known that the best Mr. FAYMONVILLE
could live but a short time, his death was a shock to his many friends.
He leaves a wife and an adopted son, who owing to his habits of industry
and his business ability are well provided for. Due notice of the time
and place of the funeral services will be given.
- Fresno Republican Feb. 3d.
WARD, Florence February 14th, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
We are sorry to learn of the death of Miss Florence WARD, daughter of our worthy citizens Mr. and Mrs. Granville WARD, of Pea Ridge. She died at Visalia on last Tuesday of measles. She was about 18 years of age and was attending school at Visalia, where she would have soon graduated. This is a sad calamity to the family, whose bereavement will be felt in sorrow by many friends.
Ross, Willie February 18th, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Willie ROSS, the Indian, who was convicted for murder at this place in 1879, and sentenced to the penitentiary for life, died of consumption a few days ago at San Quentin. Many of our citizens will doubtless remember the excitement and trouble of the officers to get Willie off to the State prison. Quite a number thought he deserved hanging, and some exasperated at the sentence that they threatened he should not leave the county alive. Lafayette CHOISER ( now deceased) was specially dispatched to take the prisoner to the penitentiary. At that time the prisoner appeared for sentence, instead of being returned to jail as was expected by those bent on killing him, CHOISER stood ready with horses at the Court House, and as the prisoner came, he was put upon a horse and in a moments time, officer and prisoner were making good time towards Hornitos and Merced. They had gone fifteen or twenty minutes before the lynching party found out that they had been outgeneraled by the officers. They however, pursued and overtook the Deputy with his prisoner on Slattery's Toll Road, and it is said a shot was fired at the officer or his prisoner, but no one was hurt. The pursuit ended at this point, and CHOISER got through to Merced without further molestation.
LEBRIGHT, Fred February 18, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Fred LEBRIGHT died at his home in Tuolumne County last Saturday night, February 12th. His residence is so contiguous to the north-western boundary of Mariposa county and to the road leading from Merced Falls to Coulterville, that a person not knowing to the contrary would naturally suppose the LEBRIGHT Hotel and farm to be in Mariposa. Fred LEBRIGHT'S place which is at the forks of the road leading to Modesto and Merced Falls, is an old stand, and its proprietor is a pioneer whose genial face has given a halo to the place for 30 years. As a beneficent landlord, a good neighbor and friend, Fred LEBRIGHT will be greatly missed by the community and the traveling public who have been familiar with his hospitality. We are not sufficiently familiar with his relations in life or domestic affairs to speak of them in detail. He was a widower, about 60 years of age and a native of Germany.
TREMMEA, Thomas H. February 25, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
The death of Thomas H. TREMMEA, who kept saloon in the lower story of Odd Fellows Hall, was not unexpected, for he had been sick for some time, and latterly has failed very rapidly. His grand-daughter, Miss Josselyn, was here with him during the last week preceding his death. He was a widower and will be taken to Bear Valley for burial. Funeral services will probably be had at the grave. The deceased was an old timer of this county and generally known. The funeral of the deceased will take place at Bear Valley to-day ( Saturday) at one o'clock P.M.
MELLO, Mary Agnes February 25, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Another Mariposan gone. - The friends of Mary Agnes MELLO, whose death is announced in this paper, will hear the sad news with profound regret. She was the oldest daughter of Frank W. MELLO, and was born in this town. It is but a short time since she was here teaching school and circulating among society, gay and free from care with a seeming promise of long life. She was well educated and of a lively temperament. She was married soon after leaving here to a Mr. D.W. Soules, and was living in Red Bluff at the time of her death, which occurred Feb'y 17.
EGENHOFF, David February 25, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
An Old Timer Passed Away.
David EGENHOFF, so long and favorably known,
passed away on the 16th of this month. He has been ill for some time and
was in the German Hospital San Francisco, where he died. He removed to
Traver, Tulare county, several years ago. He came to this county in 1850
and settled with his family in Agua Frio, and followed the pursuit of merchandising.
He afterwards had a store on the Merced River, near the mouth of Sherlocks.
Sometime in the sixties, he moved into Mariposa where he built a store
and residence and was a goodd citizen and neighbor. He wa a member of long
standing in the Order of Odd Fellows of this place, from whom he received
benefits up to his last moments. He raised a large family of children,
William, the oldest, was the husband of Mrs. W.D. EGENHOFF, the present
School Superintendent. He died some three or four years ago, while attending
the law college in Tuscalooosa, Alabama, leaving a wife and two children.
Julius had learned the trade of machinist, was married and lived in Oregon,
was taken sick and came home to his parents, where he died,. leaving a
widow and two children. The balance of the family, several in number, live
with there mother in Traver, where they have a Hotel and property acquired
by the deceased before his death. The deceased during his life was a man
of sterling integrity, liberal, kind-hearted, and the family have lost
in him a devoted husband and providing father. He was a brother to Mrs.
George BERTKEN of this place. With the loss of the deceased the limited
number of the old rank and file of pioneers is one less.
He was buried in the Odd Fellows' Cemetery
in San Francisco on the 19th, inst., under auspices of the Odd Fellows.
Indian Sam February 25, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
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Indian Sam, a half-breed, was accidentally shot and killed, about a week ago, by another Indian, and upon investigation, Justice LEITCH found it accidental.
Vitals March 1888 Mariposa Gazette
March 3, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
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March 10, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Died March 10, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
FISKE- Near Coulterville , Mariposa County, March 1, 1888, Daisy Avis, youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Oliver FISKE, a native of Mariposa County, Cal., aged 7 months and 3 days.
March 17, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
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March 24, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
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Obituaries, wedding and birth announcements.
MUIRHEAD, John C. March 17, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Shot and Killed. - An unfortunate shooting
affray occurred at Jim MOLONE's, on Bear Creek, about six miles northeast
of Mariposa, on Friday evening last. A one-armed Scotchman and Barney CONWAY
were in some manner interested in mining and crushing quartz rock, and
had a dispute over their settlement of account. The Scotchman, whose name
is John MUIRHEAD, had been on a protracted spree and was locked up in jail
only a couple of nights previous to the homicide. His quartz rock had been
attached for debt by a man named PRATT, and Sam HART was appointed keeper,
which went to show that CONWAY had but little to do with MUIRHEAD's
troubles. But the later was bound for revenge for being sued and so he
commenced a war of words with BARNEY, which led to the shooting. The shooting
occurred in MALONE's house. There were three or four others present, but
whether they can tell anything definite, or certain, than as tho. they
had been there, is very doubtful. They all scrambled to get out of the
way, and it is not likely they saw anything after the opening of the assault
by the Scotchman. Barney evidently meant to make a finish of his man for
he fired some three or four times, all of which took effect, while the
Scotchman's pistol only had been discharged once. CONWAY came into town
aand surrendered himself to the authorities and is now in jail.
Justice TEMPLE, acting Coroner, and District-Attorney
JONES went out to the scene of the killing the day after the occurrence,
when a inquest was held and the following verdict rendered:
Mariposa,
Mariposa Co., Cal.,
March
10th, 1888
Vitals April 1888 Mariposa Gazette
April 7, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Died April 7, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
HOBRON- At Hobron's Mill, near Coulterville, Julia Grace, infant daughter of S. Douglas and Elizabeth HOBRON; aged 11 months and 26 days.
April 14, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Born April 14, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
PRESTON- In Chapman District, Mariposa County, March 17th, 1888, to the wife of Jefferson PRESTON, a son.
APPLING, In Green Mountain District, Mariposa County, March 18th, 1888, to the wife of Joshua APPLING, a daughter.
DIED April 14, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
GIVENS- In Cathey's Valley, Mariposa County,
April 12th, 1888, Thomas GIVENS, a native of Kentucky, aged 53 years.
April 28, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Born April 28, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
BARNETT- In Mariposa, April 22, 1888, to the wife of John B. BARNETT, a son.
Obituaries, wedding and birth announcements.
GIVENS, Thomas April 14, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Another Pioneer Gone.
About the hour of 3 o'clock, Thursday morning last, after a painful illness, Thomas GIVENS breathed his last. It is but a short time since he was here in town, visiting among his old friends and acquaintances, appearing quite cheerful and much improved in health. He had previously suffered from asthma, and had been informed by his physician that he was subject to heart disease, which at length caused his death. He was surrounded by a loving family, a wife and five children, who have lost a devoted husband and father. The deceased is one of five brothers, Robert, Eleazer, John and Samuel GIVENS, who came to this State and county, with their parents early in the fifties, and settled in Hornitos, which is yet the old home belonging to the family, and where they have a family burying ground, where the old folks are laid peacefully away. Mr. GIVENS was an honest man, highly esteemed for his many virtues, by all who knew him. He was a good father and will be greatly missed by all. Peace to his ashes.
KOCHER, Herman F. April 28, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
The people of Merced were shocked to hear the sad news of the death on Thursday of last week, of Herman F. KOCHER, son of Jacob KOCHER of this place. He had been sick but about a week, and up to within a few hours of his death, neither his relatives nor the attending physician had any fears of his death. During Wednesday night, however, a change for the worse occurred, and Herman the genial, happy boy of a few days before, bid adieu to earth's trials and sorrows. Herman KOCHER was born at Hornitos, Mariposa County, in 1867, and at the time of his death was 21 years old. He was a young man of exemplary habits, kind and affectionate disposition, and respected by all his acquaintances. Merced Herald
COGLIN, John April 28, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Killed In A Mine- A man, by the name of John COGLIN, on or about the 5th of April last, was accidentally killed in the Josephine mine, at Grub Gulch, Fresno County. He had just stepped back a short distance in the drift where some men were at work and while in conversation with them, he looked up and observed a dangerous looking rock overhead, and was just calling attention to it and before he had hardly got the words out of his mouth, down came the ill fated rock and mashed him into a mess that would hardly have been scarcely recognizable as a human being had it not been seen by the men who were standing close by. The rock was estimated at about three tons weight, and jackscrews had to be employed before the unfortunate man could be got out from under it. He resided with his family, wife and three children, about one mile northeast from Gertrude, whose sad bereavement and loss is calculated to arouse the deepest sympathy among their friends and acquaintances. The above intelligence was brought to town last Friday evening by Mr. FOBES, who is in the employ of Judge GRANT.
Vitals May 1888 Mariposa Gazette
May 5, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
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May 12, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
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May 19, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Born May 19, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
REID- In Mariposa, May 12th, 1888, to the wife of Dr. W.C. REID, a son.
Died May 19, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
MERRINO- At the County Hospital, Mariposa County,
May 13th, 1888, a native of Mexico. Aged 66 years.
May 26, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
none listed
Obituaries, wedding and birth announcements.
SMITH- PAYNE marriage May 12, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
SMITH - PAYNE Nuptials
Hon. Wm. L SMITH, ex-assemblyman from Mariposa
and Merced counties and at present Postmaster of Selma, was this morning
joined in wedlock with Miss Fannie PAYNE, niece of the Re. W. T. SHELTON,
who officiated at the marriage ceremony. The happy couple, after partaking
of a sumptuous wedding breakfast, took the local train for a short visit
to Monterey, where they will spend the honeymoon. (Fresno Expositor, May
3d.)
Vitals June 1888 Mariposa Gazette
June 2, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Born June 2, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
EGENHOFF - In Cathey's Valley, Mariposa County, May 26th, 1888, to the wife of David F. EGENHOFF, a daughter.
June 9, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Born June 9, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
ELAM- In Mariposa, May 24th, 1888, to the wife of Willie ELAM, a daughter.
June 16, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Died June 16, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
JOHNSON- In Bear Valley Mariposa County, Cal. June 8th, 1888, G. Lester JOHNSON, aged 35 years native of Michigan.
June 23, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
DIED June 23, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
ELLINGHAM- In Mariposa, June 21st, 1888 Robert, infant son of Mr. And Mrs. J. J. ELLINGHAM aged 5 months, and 22 days.
June 30, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
DIED June 30, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Mrs. J. J. ELLINGHAM- In Mariposa June 25th, 1888, Rodney, infant son of Mr. And ELLINGHAM, aged 5 months and 26 days.
BROWN- On Saxton's Creek, Mariposa County, June 26th, 1888, John C. BROWN, a native of Prussia, aged 81 years.
Obituaries, wedding and birth announcements.
CARR, Charles June 9, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Sudden Death. On May 29th, 1888, at Jack LATOUCHE's
Ranch about a mile above CROOK's sawmill, a man named Charles CARR, who
was engaged in some labor at that place, was suddenly taken ill while at
breakfast and died about two o'clock P.M., of the same day. The death was
so sudden, it was thought best by some of the citizens, that a inquest
be held. Justice LEITCH of Wawona, who was notified, appeared and a jury
impaneled. Upon examination of the case the jury found that deceased came
to his death from some cause which they were unable to determine. The deceased
leaves a wife and three small children who are in a destitute circumstances.
A subscription is in circulation to raise funds for the relief of the widow
and children. Anyone feeling charitably disposed towards the widow and
orphans who have been so suddenly thrown upon the world, can contribute
their mite by sending it to E. L. HOWARD, who lives in that neighborhood.
ELLINGHAM, Robert June 23, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
The many friends of Mr. and Mrs. ELLINGHAM sympathize deeply, with them in the loss of one of their twin boys. The children have always been objects of tender solicitude to us all, as they were the only twins in the town, and were very lovable little fellows. It is very hard to give up those sweet buds which nestle so lightly on our bosoms, that the faintest breath dislodges them, but, ah! How many are transplanted to bloom in God's Garden.
WAGNER, Charles Jr. June 23, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Obituary.
One of the largest funeral processions ever
witnessed in Coulterville, was the one that followed all that was mortal
of Charles WAGNER Jr. to his grave on Wednesday June 13th. Deceased was
aged about 15 years and the only son of Charles WAGNER a worthy and esteemed
citizen of Coulterville.
This young man who so early in life surrendered
to the sad call of death, was beloved by all who knew him, and his untimely
death is universally lamented.
Mr. WAGNER and daughters have the sincere
sympathy of all in this great and irreparable affliction, they suffer in
the loss of a loving and dutiful son and brother.
ELLINGHAM, Rodney June 30, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Affliction has again fallen heavily on friends,
Mr. and Mrs. ELLINGHAM. On Monday their other sweet little boy was taken
from them after a sickness of only a few hours. It is a hard blow on the
parents., to lose two beautiful, babes in so short a time, and the sympathy
of the entire community goes with them. The funeral of little Rodney was
largely attended.
Vitals July 1888 Mariposa Gazette
July 5, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
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July 7, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Died July 7, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
HERBECK- At Granite Springs, Mariposa County,
June 29th, 1888, Ellen beloved wife of Frank HERBECK, a native of Pennsylvania,
aged 39 years.
Deceased came to this State about one year
settled at Granite Springs with her husband. She had been there just long
enough to become endeared to all of her newly made acquaintances and neighbors,
who in return, highly appreciated her many ennobling qualities and generous
heart, with which she was endowed. She has left behind a kind and provident
husband, whose home is now void of a helpmeet that cannot be well filled
by any of a greater devotion and studied interest of one who is left disconsolate
and bowed down with grief at his irreparable loss. The husband has the
deepest sympathy of the community and many friends.
July 14, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
missing issue
July 21, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Married July 21, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
FARNSWORTH- McLAINE- At Grass Valley, June 27th, 1888. At the residence of the brides parents. Eldridge C. FARNSWORTH, and Miss Cora MADGE M'CLAINE.
July 28, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Born July 28, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
TURNER- In Mariposa, July 24th, 1888, to the wife of Dr. J. T. TURNER, daughter.
Obituaries, wedding and birth announcements.
BERNHARD, George July 28, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Death of George BERNHARD in San Francisco.
A dispatch was received in this City this morning
announcing the death of our townsman, George BERNHARD was born in Hesse-Darmstadt,
in Germany, but came to the United States at an early age. On the discovery
of gold in California, Mr. BERNHARD was attacked with the "gold fever,"
and made his way to this State, arriving here at San Francisco April 19,
1849, on the ship Havre de Grace. He at once proceeded to the mines for
a time at Sherlock's Creek in Mariposa County, and followed that occupation
until 1860. Then he went into business in Agua Frio in that county.
In 1856 he intermarried with Anna BAADER,
and seven children were the results of that union, all of whom are alive
and residents of this city, viz., George H., Emil F., Lizzie, Anna, and
Joe BERNHARD, and Mrs. Wm. HUGHS and Mrs. Louia COFFMAN. In 1860 Mr. BERNHARD
moved to the town of Mariposa, where he continued business and also filled
the position of County Treasurer. He amassed quite a fortune, but was induced
to go into quartz mining, and in a short time lost nearly everything he
had. Like all, or nearly all of the pioneers, though, he did not stay downed,
but sought other fields, and in the fall of 74 removed with his family
to Fresno, were he engaged in merchandising; but Fresno was then in its
infancy and business did not flourish. However, he picked up some town
property.
A few years later he engaged in the butchering
business with great success. Later on he sold out this business and devoted
his attention to dealing in liquor at whole sale.
His remains will be brought from San Francisco
on the night train, and will be interred at this place to-morrow under
the auspices of the Masonic fraternity, of which order he was a member.
The pioneer residents of this vicinity will
meet at the Grand Central Hotel this evening to arrange to attend his funeral
in a body. - Fresno Expositor July 16th.
Vitals August 1888 Mariposa Gazette
August 4, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Died August 4, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
DODSON- At Madera, July 22, 1888, Mrs. Lena DODSON, a native of California, aged 20 years.
BRANSON- At Mariposa, July 20, 1888 NETTIE daughter of Lace BRANSON, aged 19 years.
August 18, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
none listed
August 25, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Married August 25, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
LADOUCEUR- CARMINE- In Merced, August 20th, 1888, Fortune LADOUCEUR to Miss Harmine CARMINE.
Born August 25, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
COCHRAN- At Sebastopal, August 20th, 1888, to the wife of R. S. COCHRAN, a son.
Died August 25, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
GOMMO- At Quartzburg, Mariposa County, Ernest CHIRISSEY, son of Mr. And Mrs. Samuel GOMMO, aged 7 years and 4 months and 29 days.
Obituaries, wedding and birth announcements.
BRANSON, Nettie August 4, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Miss Nettie BRANSON, who, for the last two months has been lying sick at the residence of Perry HOLLAND, died last Monday evening. She was a daughter of Isaac BRANSON of Chowchilla, and was aged about nineteen years. She suffered intensely from a complication of the disease, and her death was not unexpected. Her remains were taken to Quartzburg for interment.
Vitals September 1888 Mariposa Gazette
September 1, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Died September 1, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
MEASURE- At Sacramento, August 23, 1888, Mrs. Emma Greeley MEASURE, aged 25 years, a native of Coulterville, Mariposa County.
September 8, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Died September 8, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
CONWAY- In San Francisco, August 31st, 1888, Mrs. Susana B., beloved wife of John CONWAY, of Mariposa county, a native of England, aged 52 years.
GREEN- At Tulare, September 1st, 1888, Nathaniel
W. GREEN, a native of District of Columbia, aged 39 years and 16 days.
Deceased was a son of Gardner GREEN, and brother
to Mrs. LOVEJOY, of Tulare and of Mrs. GUARD, of Fresno.
September 15, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Born September 15, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
BRINHAM. - Near Darrah, August 31st, 1888, to the wife of S. B. BRINHAM, a daughter, weight 12 pounds.
ROWLAND- In Cathey's Valley, September 3, 1888, to the wife of Charles ROWLAND, a son.
HALTERMAN- Near Merced, September 7, 1888, to wife of D. HALTERMAN, a daughter.
Married September 15, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
DUFFY- ZEIGLER- In San Francisco, August 29, 1888, at the residence of D. O. BALDWIN, Esq., Thomas J. DUFFY, of San Francisco to Miss Millie ZEIGLER of Philadelphia.
DIED September 15, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
BOGAN- At Tulare, September 3, 1888, Thomas BOGAN, a native of Ireland, aged 47 years.
September 22, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
None listed
September 29, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Married September 29, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
KINMAN- DEMOSS- At Darrah, September 20, 1888, by G.W. TEMPLE, J.P., Jeremiah KINMAN to Mrs. Sarah Francis DEMOSS.
Died September 29, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
WRIGHT- In Yosemite, September 20, 1888, J.
Sanders WRIGHT, grand-son of
Mr. and Mrs. J. J. COOK, a native of San Francisco, aged 5 months and
8 days.
The funeral took place from the residence
of A. H. WASHBURN, 2525 Filmore Street, San Francisco on Monday last.
Obituaries, wedding and birth announcements.
CONWAY, Sussanah B, September 8, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Death of Mrs. Sussanah B. CONWAY. - The death of Mrs. CONWAY, wife of Mr. John CONWAY, of Cold Spring, Mariposa County, in San Francisco on the 31st ult. (Friday 31st, 1888), was quite unexpected, as she had already passed the severe ordeal of having to undergo a surgical operation and was convalescing rapidly when the pneumonia set in and carried her away. She died at the Russ House. Mr. CONWAY and two sons, George and Major, were present. The body was embalmed and a fine casket procured which contained the remains of one so dear in life to a bereaved husband and step sons, who loved her quite as well as an own mother. Sam, the other son and brother, had gone north into some other county, and his address was unknown. The body arrived here in a hearse from Merced on Saturday evening, and the funeral took place on Sunday at 10 o'clock A.M. The large concourse in procession attending the funeral indicated the popularity and heartfelt sympathy of the friends and acquaintances of the family who feel the loss of this excellent lady, whose many kindnesses as a hostess is remembered by many. The deceased was 52 years of age. The family have the heartfelt sympathies of a large community. Rev. A. L. PAUL administered the funeral rites at the grave.
MANN, Abel September 8, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Murder and Suicide.
The End
of Abel MANN- He Stabs his Wife and Then Cuts Her Throat, and
Then Shoots Himself.
We find the following in the Daily Expositor,
of Fresno City, of September 3d:(Abel MANN is so well known in these parts
that it is unnecessary for us to make any comment.- Ed. Gazette.)
On Saturday evening last Coroner KING received
a telegram calling him to Raymond. Deputy Coroner WILLIAMS took the early,
Sunday morning train, and arrived there about 7 A.M. He found the inhabitants
of Raymond in a great state of excitement over a suicide and an attempted
murder.
Abel MANN is a farmer living about three and
a half miles from Raymond, has not lived on the best of terms with his
wife for two months past. In fact, he has been considered by his neighbors
a sort of crank, and his wife left him for fear he might do her some bodily
injury, as he had often threatened to do so. Mrs. MANN then went to live
with a Mrs. PARKER, a short distance from Raymond. While she was living
there Mr. MANN often sought admission to the house of Mrs. PARKER, but
he was never allowed to see his wife. After remaining at Mrs. PARKER's
for about two months, Mrs. MANN went to live with a Mrs. BROWN, her house
being about a mile from MANN's Ranch. MANN in some way discovered the removal
of his wife, and being nearer his ranch it afforded a better opportunity
for him to watch her movements.
He Stabs His Wife.
He discovered on the 1st instant, Saturday afternoon, there was no men about the premises of the BROWN's, so he made his way over to their house. Upon entering the door he saw his wife and before she was able to make her escape had her within his grasp and had stabbed her just below the left nipple, the knife having a large blade about three inches long. He next grabbed her by the throat and drew the sharp blade across, making several deep and ugly wounds. From loss of blood she fell in a swoon on the floor and he left her for dead. Mrs. BROWN, as we are informed, was the only witness to this terrible deed. Mrs. BROWN did not wait until MANN left her house but started for Raymond, a distance of two and a half miles to give the alarm. The news spread like wildfire and in less than an hour the whole neighborhood were in arms looking for MANN, for whom none of them seemed to have any regard, but all friends of his wife. After searching the surrounding country in vain, two or three of the party went to his house where they least expected to find him. After making a thorough search.
He Was Found Dead.
In his bedroom, setting in a chair. In taking his life he had used a 44 caliber revolver, sending a ball through his brain. It is thought that he suicided about twenty minutes before his body was found. Parties making the search would undoubtedly have given him his own medicine if they had captured him alive. It is said that he had no friends in or about Raymond, while she had no enemies. Mr. WILLIAMS impaneled a jury, consisting of Frank HIGGINS, J. A. ORTEGA, John BEEVERS, Thomas H. LEONARD, J. B. LOGAN, and N.D. SWORTHAM. He also examined Dr. J. T. SARBONGH, D. W. FRANKES and G. W. B?NDS, after which the jury returned a verdict that the deceased came to his death from a gunshot wound in the head, inflicted by his own hand. Some idea of the feeling of the people toward the deceased may be gathered from the fact that no one would allow him to be buried on their land. He was buried on his ranch, about a mile from his house. His wife, for a long while, has been in delicate health, and it is believed her wounds will prove fatal.
WARD, Granville September 15, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
WAWONA ITEMS.
Bruce LEITCH writing from Wawona, under date
of Sept. 12th, sends to us the following in regard to the accidental death
of young Granville WARD. He says: I send you the verdict of the jury in
the inquest on the body of young WARD. His name was Granville Lafayette
WARD, aged 16 years, born in Mariposa. He shot himself accidentally in
the left temple at Monroe Meadows, 18 miles from Yosemite Valley on the
Glacier Point Road at about quarter past two o'clock on Saturday Sept.
8th, 1888. The pistol with which he shot himself was the first one he had
ever handled and he was not used to fire arms. It goes to show how careful
the parents of boy's should be in allowing them to handle firearms of any
kind. The following is the verdict of the jury. Monroe Meadows, Sept. 9th,
1888.
We the jury summoned to inquire into the death
of Granville L. WARD, find that he came to his death by a pistol shot in
the left temple fired from a pistol in the hands of said Granville L. WARD.
We further find that said shot was fired accidentally.
F. W. YOCUM,
W. H. TURNER,
M. G. BOSWELL,
F. W. LITTLEFIELD,
J. H. BARKER,
John FINCH.
BANER, George September 29, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
George BANER who committed suicide last week in Hornitos, was suffering from constipation of the bowels. Our informant says he could obtain no relief and threatened to kill himself, which he did by putting the gun to his head and pulling the trigger.
WRIGHT, Harry September 29, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Sad Accident. - On Thursday, *October 20th, in the Yosemite Valley, was a day which terminated in sorrow and affliction to the parents and grand parents of Little Harry WRIGHT (as he was called) a lad nearly six years old who was thrown out of a spring seated carriage or wagon, run over and killed. We understand that the mother ; Mrs. WRIGHT, and son were enjoying a ride in the Valley, the carriage and team were in the charge of John CAYNOR, who was driving, and while passing over a rocky piece of road in the vicinity of " Bridal Veil Falls," the boy by some means was tossed out, or fell out between the wheels and was run over, probably by the hind wheel of the carriage, and so badly injured that he lived but a short time. It is said he was sitting in the same seat with his mother when he fell out of the wagon. The boy as well as his mother and all who were aboard were no doubt suddenly shocked, and the accident was quite as instantaneous as the firing of a gun. If the accident occurred at or near the Bridal Veils Falls, a painful task it must have been to take the unfortunate boy into the carriage back some four or five miles to the Hotel kept by his grandfather J. J. COOK. We have been unable to learn full particulars of all that attended the sad scene, but sufficient to know it was an unfortunate affair, which the numerous friends and acquaintances of the family deeply deplore. The body was taken to San Francisco for interment as can be seen by the funeral notice appearing elsewhere in this paper(* Since this is published on September 29, 1888 the stating that this accident was on October 20 seems like a typo on the part of the printers. But have written it as written with this note.)
Vitals October 1888 Mariposa Gazette
October 6, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Married October 6, 188 Mariposa Gazette
MORRISON - HAMILTON- In Snelling, October 2, 1888, at the home of the bride's parents, by Rev. S. A. TAFT, McHenry MORRISON of Hornitos to Miss Ida HAMILTON of Snelling.
October 13, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Married October 13, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
GRISWOLD HOGAN- Pea Ridge, Oct. 7th, 1888, at the residence of the brides parents S. L. HOGAN, by G. W. TEMPLE, J.P., Mr. John GRISWOLD, of Merced County, to Miss Ellen HOGAN.
October 20, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Married October 20, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
BLACHLY- BROWN- Near Fresno city, September 26, 1888, Mr. Robert BLACHLY to Miss Lena BROWN.
Born October 20, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
WEBBER- Near Hornitos, October 7, 1888, to the wife of Frank WEBBER, a daughter.
October 27, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Born October 27, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
GALLISON- In Mariposa, October 22d, 1888, to the wife of Percy R. GALLISON, a son. Weight, 10 pounds.
EBE- At Cathey's Valley, October 19th, 1888,
to the wife of Joseph EBE, a daughter.
Married October 27, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
AROS- PIKE- At Bear Valley, October 21st, 1888, by J. L. SMITH, J.P., Adolph AROS to Miss Caladonia PIKE.
BATES - BELL - In San Francisco, October 19th, 1888, by Rev. W. C. POND, Mr. S. C. BATES of Merced to Miss Emma C. BELL of San Francisco.
Died October 27, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
WHITEFIELD - Near White and Hatch's Chowchilla, October 23d, 1888, Johnie, son of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. WHITEFIELD, aged about four years.
KELLETTE- In Merced, October 23d, 1888, Miss Annie Rosalia KELLETTE, a native of Mariposa County, Cal. aged 29 years.
Obituaries, wedding and birth announcements.
BLACHY- BROWN Marriage October 20th, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
MARRIED.
The following clip from the Fresno Expositor
of October 10.
At the home of J. H. BROWN, in Washington
Colony, on the morning of September 26, 1888, Miss Lena BROWN was married
to Mr. Robert J. BLACHY. The ceremonies were performed by Elder W. Y. SKELTON.
The contracting parties were tastefully attired in traveling suits, and
after partaking of a sumptuous wedding breakfast, left for San Francisco
and other points North. The bridal presents were as follows: Mr. and Mrs.
J. H. BROWN, parents of the bride, silver knives, forks and spoons, etc.;
Mr. and Mrs. J. W. BROWN, table scarf; Mr. and Mrs. CHESTER, glass water
set; Mr. and Mrs. BLACHLY, China Tea Set; Miss Emma WILLS, fruit dish;
Mrs. CULLERS, table spread; William CULLERS, linen handkerchiefs; Beryl
BROWN, syrup stand; Annie FRENCH, linen towels.
WHITEFIELD October 27, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Sudden Death. - Frank CLOW, who was in town on Wednesday last, informs us that the day previous a very sudden death occurred at the home of Mr. and Mrs. WHITFIELD, on the Bolton Hill, Chowchilla. One of their children, a four year old boy, who a few minutes before was playing at the woodpile and not exceeding 15 minutes after being discovered he was dead. He must have died of strangulation as Mrs. WHITFIELD decided it was the coup; which was, no doubt, of the worst form, known as membranous croup. Mr. CLOW was in a hurry to return as he said he had made a coffin and that the child was to be buried the next day. Mr. WHITFIELD was temporarily absent when the sad affliction occurred.
Vitals November 1888 Mariposa Gazette
November 3, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Born November 3, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
ZELLER- In Mariposa, October 29th, 1888, to the wife of William S. ZELLER, a daughter.
Died November 3, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
PRESTON- At Chowchilla, October 28th, 1888, Robert Alison PRESTON, a native of Tennessee, aged 69 years.
EDWARDS- At the County Hospital, Mariposa County, October 29th, 1888, James EDWARDS, a native of Massachusetts, aged 68 years.
November 10, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Died November 10, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
PRESTON- At his residence on the Chowchilla, Mariposa County, November 4th, 1888, of pneumonia, Uriah Francis PRESTON, a native of Missouri aged 35.
Married November 10, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
YOUNG-TISCORNIA- At Napa, Oct. 31, 1888, J. P. YOUNG to Miss Tillie TISCORNIA both of Merced.
November 17, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
none listed
November 24, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
missing issue Coming soon!
Obituaries, wedding and birth announcements.
PRESTON, Robert A. November 3, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Robert A. PRESTON, whose death is announced this week, was an estimable citizen of long residence in this county. He leaves a large family, consisting of a wife and a number of grown children, to mourn his loss. The remains were brought into town on Tuesday for burial and was followed to the grave by a large concourse of relatives and friends. Funeral services were conducted at the grave by Rev. ROBERTS.
PRESTON, Uriah F. November 10, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
The death of Uriah F. PRESTON, last Sunday at his home on the Chowchilla, was one which brought sorrow to the hearts of many friends. He was an exceptional man, a kind husband and neighbor. His death has created a void that cannot well be filled. The deceased came to this county with his parents in an early day when he was but a child and grew to manhood in our midst. He was industrious and possessed exemplary habits, conservative manners, and was generous to a fault. He was married to a Mrs. Mollie WILSON, daughter of Daniel M. JACKSON of Cathey's Valley, who is now so suddenly and unexpectedly separated by death from a devoted companion. His death was but adding sorrow to sadness, for the father of the deceased had preceded him in death by just one week to a day. The son having contracted his sickness while taking care of his father in the early stage of his illness, no doubt brought upon himself that fearful disease pneumonia, which has consigned them both to the grave. The widow and mother, and other relatives of deceased, have the sympathy, of all the community in their sad bereavement. The body was brought to town Tuesday, and was followed by a large procession, to the public cemetery where, the burial took place. Services were conducted at the grave by Rev. A. W. ROBERTS.
Angevine REYNOLDS Nov. 14, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Mr. REYNOLDS, the editor of the Gazette, has been lying dangerously ill, with pneumonia, for a week past. His general system being much enfeebled, any disease fastens easily upon him, and makes it more difficult for him to recuperate, than for a younger or healthier person. His condition, at this time is critical and it is hard to predict the results. Dr. RIED is in close attendance on him since Sunday.
Vitals 1889 Mariposa Gazette
December 1, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Married December 1, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
FLOTO- SAUNDERS- In Modesto, November 25th, 1888, Mr. Frank H. FLOTO to Miss Nell SAUNDERS, both of Madera.
Born December 1, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
GUEST- At Bear Valley, November 17th, 1888, to the wife of James GUEST, a son.
Died December 1, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
ARANA- At Turlock, November 11th, 1888, Mrs. Dolores R. De, beloved wife of Juan B. ARANA, a native of Mexico, aged 47 years.
COFFMAN- In Mariposa, November 24th, 1888, Mrs. Elizabeth, beloved wife of W. F. COFFMAN, a native of England, aged 65 years.
LEIDIG- In Los Angelese, November 25th, 1888, Miss Emma, daughter of Fred LEIDIG, a native of Mariposa County, Cal., aged 17 years.
ALLEN- In Mariposa, November 29th, 1888, David Perry ALLEN, a native of Alabama, aged 65 years.
December 8, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Born December 8, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
GREEN- At Scharvesville, San Mateo County, November 18th, 1888 to the wife of Joseph GREEN, a daughter.
Died December 8, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
MORNIER- At Colorado, December 2d, 1888, Edmund MORNIER, a native of France, 69 years.
December 15, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Born December 15, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
THOMPSON- At Coulterville, December 5th, 1888, to the wife of John THOMPSON, a daughter, Weight 10 pounds.
Married December 15, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
HALL- SMITHER- At Darrah, December 9th, 1888, at the residence of James D. WESTFALL, by G. W. TEMPLE, J.P., James H. HALL, of Fresno County to Miss Isabel A. SMITHER, of Mariposa County,
Died December 15, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
THOMAS- At Coulterville, December 8TH, 1888, Prince THOMAS, a native of Massachusetts, aged 78 years.
POOL- In Stockton, December 7TH, 1888, Katie M., daughter of D.M. and J.R. POOL.
December 29, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
Born December 29, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
VARAIN- At Granite Springs, December 19th, 1888, to the wife of Charles VARAIN, a daughter.
Married December 29, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
HENDRICKS- WILLIAMS- Near Darrah, at the residence of Mr. E. D. WILLIAMS by G. W. TEMPLE, J.P., Mr. Frederick HENDRICKS to Miss ADELIA A. WILLIAMS.
Died December 29, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
JOHNSON- On the CHOWCHILLA, December 23d, 1888, Miss Nettie JOHNSON, a native of California, aged 15 years and 11 months.
Obituaries, wedding and birth announcements.
Reynolds, Angevine Dece