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Mariposa Gazette 1898- 1900
Mariposa Gazette 1898
Vitals January 1898 Mariposa Gazette
January 1, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
none listed
January 8, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Born January 8, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
MARRIS- In Mariposa, January 5th, 1898, Mariposa Gazette
January 15, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Born January 15, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
ROWLAND- In Cathey's Valley, January 12th, 1898, to the wife of T. B. ROWLAND a son.
January 22, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Died January 22, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
HELM- At White Rock, January 10th, 1898, Oran, son of Allan and Nena HELM aged four years.
SNYDER- In Merced, January 17th, 1898, John W. SNYDER, a native of Kentucky aged 71 years.
HILL- At Whitlocks, January 20th, 1898, James C. HILL, a native of Cornwall, England, aged about 43 years.
January 29, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Born January 29, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
GUEST- At Mt. Gaines, January 23rd, 1898, to the wife of John GUEST, a son.
Obituaries, marriage and birth announcements.
LINDSEY-SMITH January 1, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Hiram LINDSEY, son of Supervisor LINDSEY, was married on Christmas Day to Miss Bertie SMITH of Groveland. The wedding took place at the residence of the bride's parents near Groveland. The newly married couple have taken up their residence in Coulterville.
SHOALWATER January 1, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
The Grim Reaper.
Saturday after an illness extending over
a period of several months, John SHOALWATER passed to the great beyond.
Mr. SHOALWATER was one of our oldest settlers, having come to California
from his native state, Virginia, in 1848. For many years he was in the
teaming business with C. F. HUFFMAN and others who have since acquired
fame and fortune. He followed that calling until late in the seventies,
when he located at his late home near Plainsburg and went into the business
of wheat raising on a large scale. Until about two years ago Mr. SHOALWATER
farmed jointly with R. W. FIX, and always with a large degree of success.
At the time of his death Mr. SHOALWATER
was 65 years of age. He had been a bachelor until a year and a half ago,
when he met and married Miss THOMAS, a sister of Mrs. Wm. BURNELL. About
six months ago he went to the German Hospital in San Francisco for treatment
for a complication of aliments, but he did not improve. Several weeks ago
blood poisoning set in and it was required to amputate his leg, after which
he seemed to rally though he never recovered from the shock caused by the
operation. A few weeks ago he was brought home, but continued to decline
until Saturday night when death relieved him of his suffering. The funeral
was held this afternoon from the South Methodist Church of Merced and was
largely attended.- Sun Dec. 27th.
HYDE- GOLDMAN January 15, 1897 Mariposa Gazette
Dr. A. T. HYDE left Merced for
San Francisco Tuesday on the happiest mission of his life. He had gone
thither to join in holy wedlock one of Merced's fairest and most accomplished
belles, Miss Flora GOLDMAN. The marriage ceremony was performed by Rev.
Dr. VOORANGER at the Galland residence, 1722 Bush Street, at 2 o'clock
p.m., yesterday, only immediate relatives of the contracting parties being
present. Both the bride and groom have a host of friends and admirers who
bespeak for them happiness, longevity and prosperity. For eight years the
Doctor has been prominently identified in business and social circles in
Merced and enjoys a lucrative practice in his chosen profession- that of
dentistry. The bride is the daughter of M. GOLDMAN, one of Merced's leading
merchants, and is a favorite among the young people of her set. Star
Jan. 13
YANCEY, T. M. January 15, 1897 Mariposa Gazette
Tuolumne's Sheriff Dead.
Sheriff T. M. YANCEY of Tuolumne county died at his residence in Sonora last Wednesday night after a lingering illness. The dead officer leaves an irreproachable record behind him. He held the office of Sheriff of Tuolumne county a number of years ago and after being out of term was again elected. During the past few years most of the work of the office has been carried on by deputies, illness having incapacitated the Sheriff from personally attending to the duties.
SNYDER, J. W. January 22, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Hon. J. W. SNYDER.
One more of the men who has contributed
to the history of Mariposa has passed to the other side. Hon J. W. SNYDER
of Jerseydale, this county, died at Merced city on last Monday morning
of cancer of the liver. His wife died of the same ailment last February.
His wife died of the same ailment last February. Her remains were temporally
buried in Merced but her husband had his plot in the Masonic cemetery of
this town prepared, and intended to move her remains here for permanent
burial.
On Tuesday the remains of
husband and wife were brought here and on Wednesday buried side by side.
Mr. SNYDER came to Mariposa
county in 1863 and has ever since resided here. Shortly after coming here
he was married to the wife that preceded him to the grave by only a few
months. The deceased was a physical giant; being over six feet in height
and of a large frame. After coming to Mariposa county Mr. SNYDER made his
home at what is now called Jerseydale, and has ever since resided there.
During the early 70's the deceased was elected a member of the state legislature.
During the past few years he has
been failing and his friends could see that his magnificent constitution
was being rapidly undermined and knew his days were numbered. About three
months ago he went to Merced' county, for a visit and was taken ill with
what proved to be his last sickness. He was well cared for and nursed at
the home of his wife's sister, Mr. T. MOUTREY, until within the last few
weeks when he was moved to Merced, where he remained 'till the final summons
came. The deceased was 71 years of age and a native of Kentucky.
The funeral took place from their
hall in the Odd Fellows' building at haft past eleven on Wednesday and
the remains were laid to rest with the ritualistic rites of that order.
HILL, James C. January 23, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Death of James C. HILL.
James C. HILL a native of Cornwall, England, died at his home in Whitlocks on Thursday morning last. The deceased has only been a resident of this county for a short time. He leaves a wife and several small children to mourn his early taking away. The deceased was a man who stood high in the estimation of all those who knew him, bearing a spotless reputation and of a high Christian character. He was a victim of consumption and for aa long time has been slowly dying from the ravages of the disease. He was comparatively a young man, being but 43 years of age. The funeral will take place tomorrow, Sunday, at 10 o'clock a.m. The remains will be interred in the cemetery at Mariposa.
Vitals February 1898 Mariposa Gazette
February 5, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Born February 5, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
LITTLE- On Sherlocks, January 27th, 1898, to the wife of George N. LITTLE, a daughter.
WESTFALL- In Mariposa, February 3rd, 1898, to the wife of James D. WESTFALL a daughter.
Died February 5, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
MILBURN- In Mariposa, January 29th, 1898, John MILBURN, a native of California, aged about 36 years.
McELROY- At the County Hospital, January 5th, 1898, Mr. McELROY, a native of Massachusetts, aged 76 years.
FULKES- At the County Hospital, January 5th, 1898, a native of Virginia, aged 79 years.
VOORHIES- Near Coulterville, January 22nd, 1898, John VOORHIES, a native of Iowa, aged 48 years.
CAPURO- In Coulterville, January 22, 1898, F. CUPURO, a native of Italy, aged 61 years.
McMILLAN- In Cathey's Valley, January 29th,
1898, John A. McMILLAN, a native of Canada,
aged 67 years.
February 12, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Born February 12, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
ASHWORTH- In Mariposa, February 9th, 1898, to the wife of Phinas ASHWORTH, a son.
Died February 12, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
DELBRIDGE- At Whitlocks, February 5th, Wm. J. DELBRIDGE a native of England, aged about 38 years.
BEKERLEG- At Whitlocks, February 5th, 1898, W. T. BECKERLAG, a native of England.
February 19, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Died February 19, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
TURNER- Near Hornitos, February 12, 1898, Rose, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George TURNER.
SULLIVAN- At Haywards, Mariposa county, Cal., February 14th, 1898, Elizabeth M. SULLIVAN, a native of California aged 23 years and 5 months.
February 26, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
none listed
Obituaries, marriage and birth announcements.
MILBURN, John February 5, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Death of John MILBURN.
John MILBURN who was accidentally shot
last week and had his leg amputated, died at 4 o'clock p.m., on Saturday
last. His death was a
shock to the entire community. While the nature of the wound was such
as to cause amputation of the leg, and his case considered a serious one,
with the chances against him, people could hardly credit it that one in
the prime of life, whom they saw every day, a picture of physical health
and strength, was in the shadow of death. The shock from the accident was
a heavy one and he never entirely rallied from it.
The deceased was 36 years old and was
born in the Chowchilla valley, this county, and had spent his whole life
within the confines of his native county. He was a good man and a general
favorite, as well attested by the gathering of friends that attended the
funeral services. He was a member of the Mariposa Lodge of Knights of Pythias
and that order took charge of the remains and conducted the funeral services.
The funeral took place on Sunday at
2 o'clock p.m. and was largely attended.
MILBURN, John February 5, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
In Memorium.
Saturday evening John MILBURN passed from this world to another. It was a shock that touched the heart of all. "Just in the happiest, sunniest hour of all the voyage he passed to silence and pathetic dust. "But a few short days have passed since he walked amongst us, the strongest of us all, and now he sleeps in the windowless home of the dead. He is sleeping in the bosom of his native hills. 'Twas here his infant feet first learned to walk and here he first learned to think and feel, here he grew into vigorous manhood, and while life was beaming its brightest he passed away. A beautiful being enshrining within herself all that he deemed most lovely and beautiful in women had stamped the wichery of love's spell upon his heart. 'Twas a sweet dream that's buried too and all that's left now is an aching void. He rest amid the scenes he loved so well, he sleeps amidst the friends that will soon follow him. The singing birds are warbling their sweetest songs above him and spring nature soon will carpet his grave with flowers. Yet he wakes not to the touches of their beauty. "The silver cord is loosened and the golden bowl broken and they that look out of the windows are darkened." He is gone forever but his good deeds like the moonbeams on the stormy sea lights up the scene with a beauty so sweet, so sad, we would not if we could dispel the darkness that environs them." W, F. R.
CUPURO, F. February 5, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Death of F. CUPURO.
F. CUPURO, who for a number of years
has been a resident of Coulterville, died at his home in that town on the
22nd ult. Mr. CUPURO was an old timer and followed the occupation of shoemaker.
He was a native of Italy, aged 61 years and we believed unmarried. He was
a member of the Coulterville Lodge of Odd Fellows and was buried under
the
auspices of that body on the 23rd ult.
BRANDON, Myron February 12, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Myron BRANDON a young man of about twenty years of age committed suicide at Le Grand Wednesday. No particulars of the affair have reached us up to the time of going to press.
BECKERLEG & DELBRIDGE February 12, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Whitlock Mine Accident.
On Saturday last a most deplorable accident
occurred at WHITLOCKS by which two men, Thomas BEKERLEG and William DELBRIDGE,
lost their lives.
It appears the men had prepared to blast
a number of holes in the bottom of the "Alabama" shaft and through some
unaccountable means, which can never be known, the first shot went off
before the men could escape followed by four others, killing both instantaneously
and lacerating their bodies in a fearful manner.
When it was found that the men did not
come to the surface at the usual quitting time. Mr. KEMP, the night boss,
and a rescue party were appointed to search for them. They found several
feet of water in the shaft and some shreds of clothing floating. By attaching
the suction-hose to the pump, the water was soon lowered and the bodies
recovered and brought to the surface.
BEKERLEG'S body had nearly all the clothing
torn off, a piece of quartz the size of a ink bottle blown into his head,
which was nearly severed from the body, and the body more or less cut or
mangled.
DELBRIDGE had one leg badly smashed
and appeared to have received terrible internal injuries. He leaves four
young children who were entirely dependent on him. BEKERLEG leaves a wife
and two infant children. The men were both in the prime of life and natives
of England.
The bodies of both men were brought
to Mariposa on Sunday by Undertaker McELLIGOTT. Mr. Bekerleg, being a member
of the Knights of Pythias, that order took charge of his remains and conducted
the funeral. Both men were buried on Monday afternoon, Mr. MITCHELL of
Whitlocks conducted the church service. The funeral was largely attended,
although the weather was very inclement.
Our entire sympathy is with the bereaved
ones and the people of Whitlocks in general.
No blame can be attached to any one
in the matter and as both men are dead no one can exactly say how the accident
occurred.
GARBORINO, Mrs. February 26, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Mrs. GARBORINO committed suicide by shooting herself in the mouth several times with a small pistol, then she took a shot gun and shot herself in the left breast. It is too horrible in its details and too pitiable to describe. The poor woman must have been crazed. She was alone at the time.
Vitals March 1898 Mariposa Gazette
March 5, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
none listed
March 12, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Born March 12, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
ASHWORTH- Near Mariposa, March 2, 1898, to the wife of J. B. ASHWORTH a son.
Died March 12, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
COFFMAN- In Madera, March 4th, 1898, W. F. COFFMAN, a native of Virginia aged 65 years.
March 19, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
none listed
March 26, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Born March 26, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
LORD- Near Hornitos, March 16th, 1898, to the wife of David LORD a son.
Obituaries, marriage and birth announcements.
COFFMAN, W. F. March 12, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Death of W. F. COFFMAN.
William F. COFFMAN, one of Mariposa's oldest
citizens, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. E. S. UTTER in Madera,
on Friday evening of last week of cancer of the stomach.
Mr. COFFMAN was born February 5, 1833 in Amherst
county, Virginia, and at the time of his death was just past 65 years of
age. When he was seven years of age his parents moved to Missouri. At the
age of 16 he crossed the plains coming to California in 1849. He came directly
to
Mariposa county. His first work was mining
at Carson Creek, which he followed with indifferent success. Politically
deceased affiliated with the Democratic party. and held several positions
of prominence. He held the office of Supervisor for two years, afterward
he was elected assessor of Mariposa county to which office he was elected
several times. After having served in that capacity for twelve or fourteen
years he resigned to go into the stage business. He was elected to the
Assembly from Merced and Mariposa Counties. At one time he was interested
with A. H. WASHBURN & Co. in the stage line going into Yosemite Valley.
He finally sold his interest to his partners and with Mr. George KINNEY
of Madera he has for the past eleven years owned the saddle train in the
Yosemite Valley.
The deceased was a good and had many
warm friends, who deeply sympathized with him in his last illness. When
William F. COFFMAN came to Mariposa county he had not yet reached the age
of majority. Here he cast his his first vote and it was the proudest boast
of his life that while voting for nearly half a century he had never once
voted outside of Mariposa county.
The deceased entertained peculiar notions
respecting funerals. He believed in having present on such occasions, all
the friends of the departed one and a band to play at the funeral, whenever
possible. His own funeral was such a one, his friends came from all parts
of the state and the funeral was one of the largest ever seen in Mariposa.
The funeral was conducted under the auspices of Mariposa Lodge F.&
A. M. of which he was a member. His remains were interred in the Masonic
cemetery, along side those of his wife who had preceded him to the grave
some ten years.
Many messages of condolence from friends
who could not be present at the funeral were received by the relatives
of the deceased. Among them was the following telegram from Governor Budd:
To Judge J. M. CORCORAN. - Express to
the family of W. F. COFFMAN my deep appreciation of him as a man, a citizen
and a friend. And sincere regret that I am unable to attend funeral today.
Sincerely,
James H. BUDD.
SMITH-CATHEY March 19, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Lee C. SMITH of Inyo county, and Miss Birdie CATHEY of Jerseydale, were married at the residence of Wm. B. DUNCAN of Chowchilla, Sunday, March 13th, Rev. Henry NEATE officiating.
TENEYCKE-ARTHUR March 26, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
TENEYCKE-ARTHUR Nuptials.
A very quiet marriage and one that was a surprise
to their friends was consummated last Saturday by Judge CORCORAN. The hotel
register at SCHLAGETERS showed at dinner, Miss Belle ARTHUR of Bear Valley,
and Wm. N. TENEYCKE of Coulterville. During the afternoon the register
was marked "Miss ARTHUR no more." Upon inquiring we found that Judge CORCORAN
had made the change. Miss ARTHUR is from Hornitos which is her native home.
She is one of Mariposa county's favorite school teachers and popular Belles.
She is the present teacher of the Bear Valley school. Mr. TENEYCKE is Secretary
of the Louisiana mine situated ten miles east of Coulterville and is a
gentleman of sterling qualities. The
Gazette wishes them a long and happy life.
DAVILA, Fernando March 26, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Death of Fernando DAVILA.
Fernando DAVILA died in Mariposa on the 20th of this month. He has been sick with consumption for several months and gradually declined until death relieved him of his sufferings. Fernando, as he was familiarly called, was raised in Hornitos and was a member of the Native Sons order. He was a widower, his wife died a few years past. He leaves two children and many friends who will miss him. The remains were interred in the Hornitos cemetery on Tuesday last.
VITALS April 1898 Mariposa Gazette
April 2, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Born April 2, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
STRIBBLING- At Granite Springs, March 18th, 1898, to the wife of J. E. STRIBBLING, a son.
LOWE- At Date's Flat, March 2, 1898, to the wife of E. LOWE a son.
Died April 2, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
COUNTS- In Mariposa, April 1, 1898, George COUNTS, a native of Tennessee, aged 92 years and 5 months.
April 9, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Born April 9, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
JONES- In Hornitos, April 4th, 1898, to the wife of George JONES a daughter.
April 16, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Born April 16, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
BERTKEN- In Mariposa, April 12, 1898, to the wife of Julius BERTKEN, a daughter.
Married April 16, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
WHITE- VAN GEEM- In Mariposa, April 14th, 1898, by Rev. Henry NEATE, George E. WHITE and Miss Etta May VAN GEEM, both of Coulterville.
CAVIN-AUSTIN- Near Mariposa, April 12th, 1898, by the Rev. Henry NEATE, Wm. H. CAVIN and Miss Alice AUSTIN both of Whitlocks.
Died April 16, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
BURDETTE- In San Francisco, April 14th, 1898, Mrs. C. O. BURDETTE, a native of Mariposa county, aged 29 years.
April 23, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Married April 23, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
WOLLESON- TSCHIERSCHKY- In Stockton, April 12th, 1898, by the Rev. Mr. BLOCK, William T. WOLLESON, of Coulterville, to Miss Carrie TSCHIERSCHKY, of Stockton.
April 30, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Born April 30, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
CHOISSER- In Bear Valley, April 24, 1898, to the wife of Joseph CHOISSER a son.
Married April 30, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
LIND-FARNSWORTH- In Mariposa, April 28th, 1898, by the Rev. Henry NEATE, Thomas T. LIND and Miss Franke FARNSWORTH, both of Mariposa.
Died April 30, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
DAVANAY- Near Mariposa, April 28th, 1898, Manuel DAVANAY, a native of Tennessee. aged about 75 years.
Obituaries, marriage and birth announcements.
COUNTS, George April 2, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
The Death of Geo. COUNTS.
At about 10 o'clock on Friday, April 1st, the
spirit of our venerable County Treasurer, George COUNTS, took its flight
from its earthly habitation.
His death was not altogether unexpected. Old
age had drawn its folds about him and he was gradually losing his hold
on life's lease, but would probably not have succumbed to deaths wand,
had it not been for the la grippe, which is at present prevalent hereabouts
and which was the immediate cause of his death.
The deceased was one of God's noblest creations.
To say that he had not an enemy in the world is not saying the half, for
wherever he was known he was not only admired, but loved. His character
was little short of sublime, always an honorable, upright man, wherever
he lived he was admired for his sterling qualities, and in his death the
community loses a man whose life work may well be pointed to with pride
by the present and future generations who will ever have a good word for
the memory of this kindly old man. In early life he became a member of
the M. E. church and while always affiliating with that church he was a
man of broad religious views, doing good whenever and where ever opportunity
offered.
The deceased was born October 5th, 1805, in
Tennessee, and was in his 93rd year at the time of his death. He was twice
elected to the lower branch of the legislature of the State of Arkansas
and was clerk of Van Buren county ten years in the same State. He came
to California first in 1849 and returned in 1850 and came last in 1854.
He arrived in Coulterville on the 15th of that year. He held the office
of Justice of the Peace almost continuously from the time of his arrival
in Coulterville until 1869 when he was elected Treasurer of Mariposa County,
holding that office from the first Monday in March, 1870, untilhis death.
Deceased was married June 3rd, 1828
and was the father of eleven children, six of whom are dead and five living,
as follows: Mrs. S.E. OBARR, Mrs. Mary Jane JOY, Mrs. M. C. DUNCAN, Mrs.
S. M. ALSANSON and S.P.O. COUNTS, besides numbers of grandchildren and
great grand children.
During his whole life he has been a
Democrat and affiliated with that party. He is a member of the Mariposa
Lodge of F. & A.M., under whose auspices the funeral will be held on
Sunday at 2 o'clock p.m.
LEDDY, LACY, PROBASCO, WALKER April 9, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Deaths Harvest.
Within the past week Death's busy reaper
has been a too frequent visitor in our midst. Following close on to the
death of our late County Treasurer were four other deaths in rapid succession.
It is not the effects of any malignant disease, but from various causes.
George LACY died at his home near Colorado,
on Sunday April 3. The deceased was an old pioneer of Mariposa county.
He was unmarried and at the time of his death was about 63 years of age.
He was a native of Virginia. The deceased was a rather eccentric character
and lived alone. Not much is known of his personal affairs.
The remains where brought to Mariposa
for internment. The funeral took place at 2 o'clock p.m. on Tuesday.
Thomas LEDDY, an old time resident of
Sherlocks, died on Sunday last. The deceased was about 65 years of age.
He was a widower at the time of his death, his wife having died a couple
of years ago.
Eugene PROBASCO, who had been ill for
some time past with typhoid fever, died at his parents at the Propasco
ranch, in Oakvale. The deceased was the second oldest living son of Henry
PROBASCO and wife and was about 17 years of age. The funeral took place
from the residence on Monday.
Pearl, the oldest daughter of A. G.
WALKER and wife, of Whitlocks, succumbed to an attack of capillary bronchitis
on Monday last. The funeral took place on Tuesday last at 2 o'clock p.m.
The internment was in Mariposa.
LANGE, Annie April 16, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Death of Mrs. Annie LANGE.
Mrs. Annie LANGE died at the home of
her mother, Mrs. Henry TYACK in Fruitvale, Sunday last. Mrs. LANGE was
only twenty five years of age and was a charming and accomplished young
women whose friends were legion. She had a sweet and winning disposition
that endeared her to all who met her. She had one child, a little daughter,
named Dulcie Aldelaide. The funeral took place on Tuesday last at 1 p.m.
from Mrs. TYACK's residence on Fourteenth and Basset streets, Fruitvale.
The remains were interred in Mountain View Cemetery.- Ex.
Mrs. LANGE was formerly a resident of
Mariposa county, being the adopted daughter of Judge GRANT of Grant's Springs.
Her early demise will be regretted by many friends.
WHITE- VAN GEEM married April 9, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
At The Parsonage.
On Thursday last a young man rushed by
our office and towards the parsonage. We mentally thought of sickness and
death and presumed the parson's services were required to minister to the
dying the consolation of religion.
We were wrong, for when Rev.. Henry
NEATE, on his way to the court house, dropped into our sanctum. He simply
said "another marriage, they were married at the parsonage just now," and
he handed us the certificate to look at. The young couple were George E.
WHITE and Miss Etta May VAN GEEM, both of Coulterville. They took their
departure for Coulterville shortly after the ceremony and both looked "all
smiles" as they took their departure.
CAVIN- AUSTIN April 16, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Wedded.
By observation we are continually reminded
that all future existence is under the laws of change. Both mind and matter
are under this law. Men are ceasing to believe that marriage is a failure,
but are believing in the way of Life Divinely appointed at the time of
mans innocency. We have no chiming bells hung in lofty towers, but we have
many heart ringing in the nuptial bonds.
On Tuesday evening April 12 at 8:45
while the spangled heavens were declaring the majestic power of creation
amid the grand old romantic hills of Mariposa county, at the residence
of Mr. Clay AUSTIN, the nuptial bonds between Miss Alice AUSTIN and William
Haynes CAVIN were declared by Rev. Henry NEATE.
The bridesmaid was a sister of the bride
and her brother the best man. The bride was dressed in White, her sister
in pink. There were only a few persons outside the members of the family.
After the ceremony a beautiful supper was partaken of. The parlor was beautiful
decorated with evergreens and lace curtains, and the time was most enjoyable.
Henry NEATE.
LIND-FARNSWORTH married April 30, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
LIND-FARNSWORTH Nuptials.
On Thursday evening last there was a
pleasant wedding celebrated at the FARNSWORTH residence in Mariposa. The
contracting parties were two of Mariposa's young people. Thomas T. LIND
and Miss Franke FARNSWORTH, both natives of Mariposa.
Only immediate relatives of the young
people were present to witness the marriage ceremony, which was performed
by the Rev. Henry NEATE.
Miss Laura PROUTY attended the bride
as maid and Carl LIND acted in the capacity of groomsman. At the close
of the ceremony an elegant wedding supper was served, after which the bridal
party repaired to the Good Templar's Hall where many friends had assembled
to tender a reception to the newly married couple.
The hall was handsomely decorated with
ferns and flowers, the handiwork of the young ladies of the town. On the
entrance of the bridal party the beautiful wedding march of Lonengrin was
played. The bridal party was escorted to the seats of honor at the head
of the hall where they received the congratulations of their friends.
The bride was handsomely dressed in
a dress of white India silk, trimmed with chiffon and white duchess ribbons
and carried a bouquet of white flowers. The bridesmaid wore a dress of
white silk with lace and ribbon trimmings and carried a bouquet of white
snow balls.
The groom was attired in a black Prince
Albert suit.
No formal program for the evening was
pursued, but music, singing, recitations and refreshments were indulged
in. At about twelve o'clock the assembled dispersed.
DAVANAY, Manuel April 30, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
A Fatal Accident.
On Monday last Manuel DAVANAY met with
a fatal accident while trying to put a halter on a young horse. The horse
resisted all efforts to halter him rearing and plunging and finally ran
away. The rope with which the horse was tied in some manner got twisted
around Mr. DAVANAY's leg and the horse dragged him a distance of a quarter
of a mile, bruising him fearfully. Dr. KENNEY attended the injured man
and made him as comfortable as the circumstances would permit.
The injured man lingered till
Wednesday afternoon, when death came to his relief.
The deceased has been a resident
of Mariposa county for a great many years and was well and favorably known
to a large circle of friends. He was unmarried. His funeral took place
on Thursday from the residence of his brother, Hugh DAVANAY.
Vitals May 1898 Mariposa Gazette
May 7, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Married May 7, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
HELM-HIGUARA- In Mariposa, May 3rd, 1898, by B. O. MARSTON, J.P., James HELM and Lena HIGUARA both of Whitlocks.
May 14, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Born May 14, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
GALLISON- In Mariposa, May 9, 1898, to the wife of Daniel ?. GALLISON a daughter.
DOLPH- In Whitlocks, May 1st, 1898, to the wife of William DOLPH a daughter.
Died May 14, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
NELSON- At the county hospital, May 9th, 1898, G. W. NELSON a native of New York, aged 75 years.
May 21, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Married May 21, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
COOK-GASSMAN- In San Francisco, May 16th, 1898, at the residence of the bride's parents, Albert COOK to Miss Cecil GASSMAN.
May 28, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Married May 28, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
WESTON- COOPER- At the home of the bride's parents, May 25, 1898, Rev. Henry NEATE officiating, Charles H. WESTON and Miss Nellie COOPER, both of Whitlocks.
JONANON- ARTRU- In San Francisco, April 18, 1898, August JANANON and Angel ARTRU, of Mariposa.
Died May 28, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
JONES- At the County Hospital, May 18, 1898, Martin JONES, a native of Ireland, aged 48 years.
GROVE- At Chowchilla, May 2?, 1898, J. H. GROVE, a native of Virginia, aged 46 years.
SMIDTH- Near Whitlocks, May 21, 1898, Frank SMIDTH, a native of Prussia, aged about 28 years.
Obituaries, marriage and birth announcements.
Phillips, Mrs. Eliza May 21, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Mrs. Eliza PHILLIPS a pioneer resident of Merced, and one of our most highly respected ladies, died at her home in this city, Sunday evening, at the age of 86 years. Deceased was a native of England, but had lived in Merced for over twenty-five years. She leaves three daughters, Mrs. L. YOUNG, Mrs. T. CLOUGH and Mrs. E. B. JOLLEY to mourn her loss. The funeral took place Tuesday afternoon and was attended by a large concourse of friends. The lady was long a resident of Hornitos, Mariposa county. - Merced Star.
ARTRU, Angel married MAY 28, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Angel the youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. ARTU was married in San Francisco on the 18th ult.
WESTON-COOPER May 28, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
WESTON - COOPER.
On Wednesday afternoon at the residence
of the bride's parents at Whitlocks Charles H. WESTON was united in marriage
to Miss Nellie COOPER. Rev. Henry NEATE was the officiating minister. The
bride is a estimable young lady , who, with her parents, came to Mariposa
only a few years since and with them have resided at Whitlocks since their
arrival. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Lewis WESTON of Sherlocks
and is a native of this place. He is a young man of exemplary habits.
The Gazette tenders to the newly married
couple its best wishes.
SMIDTH, Frank May 28, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Killing of Frank SMIDTH.
On Saturday last W. H. DUSENBERRY shot
and killed a man named Frank SMIDTH, at DUSENBERRY'S place on the road
to Whitlocks, about four miles north from Mariposa.
The killing took place in the afternoon
about 3 o'clock. There were only three parties present, so far as known-
the deceased, DUSENBERRY and Louie GRAUPMANN. The story as told by GRAUPMANN
is that the deceased and himself were in the barroom, when DUSENBERRY,
who had walked into a side room a moment before, came into the barroom
where they were and at once accused the deceased and GRAUPMANN with having
robbed his till. Both parties denied the accusation and DUSENBERRY grabbed
a large knife, that looks more like a cleaver, and started towards the
deceased who retreated backwards towards the door, where he picked up an
ax, DUSENBERRY striking at him with the knife at the time. When DUSENBERRY
saw deceased pick up the ax he rushed behind the bar , grabbed a shot gun,
pointed it at the deceased and fired, the entire charge took effect under
the right eye, killing him instantly. So close was the gun to the mans
head that the fire from the gun cooked the flesh around the mouth of the
wound. Not a grain of shot miscarried, even the wads were blown into the
back of the dead mans head.
After the killing DUSENBERRY forced
GRAUPMANN to remain there and called to Sam HOUSTON, a neighbor who lives
close by, to go to town and inform the officer of what had happened. Sheriff
PROUTY, Under Sheriff PAINE and the District Attorney went at once to the
scene of the killing. DUSENBERRY was arrested, brought to town and lodged
in jail.
When the Sheriff went into the
house DUSENBERRY handed him a large rifle, saying that was the gun that
did the work, and until the examination that was made next morning it was
thought the killing was done with a rifle.
The deceased was a stranger in
these parts; he was a blacksmith by trade and had been working at Bodi's
wood camp on Mount Bullion and had quit only a day or two previous. He
formerly worked in McDonalds blacksmith shop at Merced City. Those who
knew him say he was a quiet, inoffensive man.
DUSENBERRY is an old timer and
not a stranger in our criminal court. Twenty years ago he killed a man
at New Years, in this county. At the trial he pleaded quilty to murder
in the second degree and was sentenced to ten years in State Prison. He
was pardoned by Governor STONEMAN, after having served about seven years,
on account of services rendered at a fire in the prison. He returned to
Mariposa county immediately afterwards.
The Coroners Jury.
The Coroner's Jury brought in a
verdict Monday evening that the deceased came to his death by a gunshot
wound, inflected by W. H. DUSENBERRY.
The Preliminary Examination.
The preliminary examination of DUSENBERRY took placed before Judge MARSTON on Tuesday evening. Only one witness was examined, Louie GRAUPMANN. His story was the same as related above. Judge MARSTON held the prisoner over, without bail, on the charge of murder.
GROVE, John H. May 28, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Death of John H. GROVE.
On Saturday morning last a messenger from Herzer's ranch, in Chowchilla country, brought word that John GROVE had been found dead in his bed that morning. It was at once surmised that heart disease was the cause of death. Deputy Coroner Pat McELLIGOTT, District Attorney TRABUCCO and Under Sheriff R. L. PAINE at once repaired to the scene. A Coroner's jury was summoned and a inquest held. The facts elicited at the inquest were that the deceased had been ailing for some time and was quite ill the day previous, but was not supposed to be seriously ill. That evening he retired at 9 o'clock and during the night, about 2 o'clock of Saturday, James McDOWELL, a man who was sleeping in the same room heard Mr. GROVE turning or moving in bed. This was the last heard. The next morning when Mr. McDOWELL arose at 5 o'clock he found Mr. GROVE dead. The deceased was lying on his side as though in sleep. Death must have come while he slept. The deceased was a native of Virginia, aged 46 years. He came to California when a boy and has been a resident of Mariposa county at intervals for a great many years. At present the family of the deceased reside in Watsonville. He recently returned to Mariposa to pursue mining operations and at the time of his death was engaged in mining at the mouth of Saxons creek. Besides an aged mother, several brothers and a sister, the deceased leaves a wife and one child, who have the sympathy of the community in the untimely death of their relative. The remains were taken tto Watsonville on Sunday where internment was made.
Vitals June 1898 Mariposa Gazette
June 4, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Died June 4, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
ALARID- In San Jose, May 28, 1898, Mrs. A. ALARID, aged 67 years.
June 11, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
none listed
June 18, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Born June 18, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
REED- In Mariposa, June 16th, 1898, to the wife of John W. REED a son.
COLLINS- Near Hornitos, June 11th, 1898, to the wife of J. W. COLLINS a daughter.
June 25, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Married June 25, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
COUGHRAN- M'CLURE- At White Rock, June 22nd, 1898, William M. COUGHRAN to Minnie L. McCLURE, both of White Rock.
Obituaries, marriage and birth announcements.
BERGER, J. D. June 11, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Accidentally Killed.
On last Thursday evening J. D. BERGER, a teamster
in the employ of R. BALL at Whitlocks, was accidentally killed. The deceased
was driving a four horse team and was on his return trip to the wood camp
on the mountain, having delivered a load of wood at the Whitlocks mines.
When last seen he was going slowly along the up grade of the mountain.
The other teams that were ahead noticed the team standing on the grade
and upon going down found the deceased on the road dead, both wheels of
the heavy wood wagon had passed over his head and neck. The team standing
just ahead of him.
It was presumed that the deceased, who was
afflicted with heart trouble, was taken with a sudden attack and fell off
the wagon and met his death, Deceased came from Fresno. The Coroner's jury
are holding an inquest on the remains as we go to press.
WHITMAN-HOELTZEL June 11, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
WHITMAN-HOELTZEL.
A delightful wedding occurred at the residence
of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel HOELTZEL, eight miles above Coulterville, the contracting
parties being their only daughter, Miss Emma, and Mr. Fred WHITMAN, Superintendent
of the Boundurant mine. Rev. Henry NEATE of Mariposa impressively performed
the ceremony in a lovely bower which was very fittingly composed of beautiful
white azaleas and delicate, feathery, white blossoms converting the corner
of the parlor into almost fairy land.
While Mendolshon's Wedding March was being
played by Miss Kittie FERGUSON, the bride, leaning on the arm of her father
and preceded by the Maid of Honor, her cousin, Miss Emma ROHRBACHER of
San Francisco, entered the room where the groom and his best man, Mr. DECKER,
with the minister awaited them.
The wedding gown, with its orange blossoms
and the filmy veil of tulle was a dream of loveliness, and the wearer was
really a charming bride.
The Maid of Honor wore a lovely costume of
lavender mull. After the ceremony an elaborate breakfast was served to
a number of invited guests, among whom was an aunt of the bride, Mrs. Henry
ROHRBUCKER of Stockton.
The presents were numerous and unusually handsome.
The following morning Mr. and Mrs. WHITMAN
left on a trip to the
Yosemite Valley. K.F.
FARNSWORTH, infant June 18, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Death from Scarlet Fever.
The infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas FARNSWORTH died of scarlet fever last Tuesday morning at Wawona. The little one was about sixteen months old and had been ill only a couple of days. An epidemic of scarlet fever has been going the rounds at Wawona. A child tourist was the first to have the fever, the disease was contracted elsewhere. The elder child of Mr. and Mrs. FARNSWORTH had been taken down with the disease a few day previous, Dr. KEARNEY of Mariposa was summoned and the little one is now out of danger. The remains of the infant was brought to Mariposa and interred in the Odd Fellow's cemetery above town on Wednesday.
COUGHRAN-McCLURE June 25, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
COUGHRAN-McCLURE
On Wednesday last at White Rock, in this county,
the marriage of William M. COUGHRAN of Ben Hur and Miss Minnie McCLURE
of White Rock was celebrated. The ceremony took place at 9 o'clock on top
of White Rock, Rev. SAWRIE officiating. Chas. WILCOX acted as best man
for the groom and his sister Miss Nonie was bridesmaid.
The White Rock on which the ceremony was performed
is a noted land mark and from whence the district takes its name. It is
about two hundred feet in height and from its summit a grand view of the
surrounding country may be had. There was about one hundred and fifty friends
of the young couple present at the ceremony.
After the ceremony a picnic dinner was indulged
in. The young couple then took their departure for the Yosemite Valley.
We were kindly favored with an invitation to the wedding but the drudgery
of the editorial rooms forced us to forego the pleasure, but our best wishes
are with the bridal couple for a long and happy future.
Vitals July 1898 Mariposa Gazette
July 2, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Died July 2, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
LATOUR- In Merced, June 25, 1898, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. George LATOUR.
July 9, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Married July 9, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
COVEL-KELLETT- Near Coulterville, June 27th, 1898, by Rev. Patrick O'KANE, James COVEL and Lizzie B. KELLETT, both of Coulterville.
Died July 9, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
FARNSWORTH- At Wawona, July 4th, 1898, Daisy, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas FARNSWORTH, aged 4 years.
July 16, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Born July 16, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
GARBER- In Mariposa, July 13th, 1898, to the wife of Henry GARBER a son.
Married July 16, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
PULCIFER-CLARK- At Mountain View, July 9th, 1898, by Rev. W. A. BOOHER, Alexander W. PULCIFER and Mrs. Martha Francis CLARK, both of Oakland, Cal.
DEATSCH- WALKER- In Merced, July 10, 1898, by Rev. M. C. JOHNSON, A. S. DETSCH of White Rock, and Miss Bessie WALKER of Mariposa.
July 23, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
none listed
July 30, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Married July 30, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
MOUTON-JOY- In Visalia, July 25th, 1898, by Thos. W. HOLDEN, J.P., Thos. H. MOUTON of Jamestown, Tuolumne county, to Miss LETHA M. JOY of Porterville, Cal.
Obituaries, marriage and birth announcements
FARNSWORTH, Diasy July 9, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Death of Diasy FARNSWORTH.
Daisy, the four year old daughter of
Mr. and Mrs. FARNSWORTH, died at Wawona on Monday, July 4th. The little
one had been sick for a month past with scarlet fever. This is the second
child Mr. and Mrs.
FARNSWORTH have lost in the last month
of the same disease. The loss of their children is felt keenly by the parents,
who have the sympathy of every one in their double bereavement.
The remains were brought to Mariposa
for internment. The funeral took place on Tuesday.
ALBARAS, Manuel July 23, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Found Murdered.
On Sunday last word was telephoned to
the Sheriffs office in Mariposa, that Manuel ALBARAS, a Mexican, who had
been living at New Years had been found dead, having been murdered. The
sheriff immediately proceeded to the scene of the tragedy and from him
we learn the following facts.
The deceased name was Manuel ALBARAS,
and until the early part of May he had been working near Hornitos for T.
CONTRERAS. Lately he has been stopping with the family of M. MAGILL at
New Years. The last time he was seen alive was on Thursday, July 7th, 1898.
About noon of that day he bought some vegetables from a peddler and went
away from his house, accompanied by a small dog. No one paid any attention
to where he went and it was supposed he had gone to visit a friend or had
gone to Hornitos for the purpose of collecting the amount of a note due
him from CONTRERAS, as he had been speaking about doing so for several
days previous, no apprehension was felt at his returning at night or any
time later. The next morning the little dog that accompanied him came back
to MAGILLS'.
On last Sunday, July 17th, Peter VARAIN
went to see about a wood chopper named Antonio RIVAS, who was chopping
wood for VARAIN. Mrs. VARAIN had not noticed the man for a couple of days
and sent her husband up to his cabin, about half a mile away, to see if
anything was the matter. When Mr. VARAIN arrived he found the house locked
and the key hidden below the ???? as if the owner had mearly stepped out.
Mr. VARIAN noticed a stench as if something was dead and also saw a number
of buzzards hovering around and he commenced to look around for the cause.
He soon found it. In a gully about 125
yards from the house he found the body of a man, or gather a portion of
it that protruded from the ground and at once sent word to the Sheriff.
Upon investigation it was found that
a foul murder had been committed and the perpetrator had endeavored to
conceal his crime by burying the body in a gully about four feet deep and
digging the bank down on to top of it, but only a small quantity of earth
was placed on it and some animal had partially uncovered it leavening part
of the body exposed. Upon being uncovered the body was identified as that
of Manuel ALBARAS. The head had been completely severed from the body and
the left jaw was broken.
A search was then instituted for RIVAS,
but he could not be found. His cabin was entered and everything was in
order. All his good clothes were there, provisions, cheese tobacco, etc.,
that had been bought out from town in a peddlers wagon on the previous
Thursday were untouched, save a small piece of cheese. It looked as though
he had put the articles in the house and never returned. The peddler who
bought the goods on Thursday was the last man that saw him and his absence
can only be accounted for on the ground that he wished to flee from the
country, and is the only reason for connecting him to the crime.
Why he remained a full week in the vicinity
and did not attempt to flee is a mystery, if he is the criminal. The body
was buried close to his house and he had to walk within ten feet of it
every time he went to the spring for water and when he went to work he
crossed about forty feet from the spot.
The pick used in digging the ban down
is an old blunt one and was found under the willows a little way below
where the body was found. It was recognized as an old pick belonging to
RIVAS and had stood outside his cabin door for a number of months.
Search was made in every place
at which he could likely be found but without success. If not the murderer
he may be himself murdered.
The Coroner's jury brought in
a verdict of murder and accused Antonio RIVAS with the commission of the
crime.
Description of RIVAS.
The Sheriff has issued the following description of Antonio RIVAS, Mexican: aged 60 years; height about 5 feet, 8 inches; weight 175 pounds; very dark complexion; one-half of left ear cut off, up and down; large scar across nose and cheek; bare spot on head about the size of a silver dollar.
LEWIS, Charles July 30, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Funeral of Chas. LEWIS.
The funeral of Charles LEWIS, the member
of Company H who died at the post hospital at the Presidio last Sunday,
was held this morning from the undertaking parlors of CLOUGH & NORDDGREN.
The remains were brought up from the city on Sundays night's train. A large
number of carriages followed the remains to the Odd Fellows' cemetery,
being escorted by a squad of eight men from Company H. Rev. M. C. JOHNSON
delivered a short sermon at the grave which was followed by the usual military
salute of three volleys fired by soldiers.
Charles LEWIS was a son of D. L. LEWIS,
whose home is near DARRAH, Mariposa county, Mr. and Mrs. D.L. LEWIS the
parents of the deceased,their daughters, Miss Lillie and Birdie and son
John; also Al. FRESHER, son in law of Mr. LEWIS, and children where present
at the funeral.
The members and ex-members of Company
H who composed the military escort were, J. B. BAKER, L. B. SILVEY, Frank
GRIFFITH, Sam ROSENTHAL, E. DENNISON, George ADRIAN, Will SMITH and T.
F. POTTER.- Merced Sun,
July 26th.
Vitals August 1898 Mariposa Gazette
August 6, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Married August 6, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
LIND-PAINE- In Mariposa, August 2nd, 1898, by B. O. MARSTON, J.P., Wm. W. LIND and Miss Alice PAINE both of Mariposa.
August 13, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
none listed
August 20, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
none listed
August 27, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Died August 27, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
DULCICH- In Hunter's Valley, August 22nd 1898, Giacomo DULCICH, a native of Austria, aged 65 years.
THORN- Near Hornitos, August 21, 1898, Thomas J. THORN, a native of Arkansas, aged 59 years.
Obituaries, marriage and birth announcements.
LIND-PAINE August 6, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
LIND-PAINE Nuptials.
On Tuesday evening last there was a quiet wedding
at the home of Mrs. PAINE in Mariposa. Her youngest daughter Alice, was
united in marriage to William W. LIND of this place. Only relatives of
the contracting parties were present at the ceremony, which was performed
by Judge B. O. MARSTON.
The bride was attired in a handsome dress
of white, while the groom wore the customary black.
Miss Rachael PAINE acted in the capacity of
maid to the bride while Carl LIND was the grooms best man.
The young people are both well and favorably
known in Mariposa and bear the best wishes of their many friends to there
home in Stockton, for which they departed the next morning.
RIVAS, Antonio August 6, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Another Probable Murder.
Antonio RIVAS the man who so mysteriously disappeared
from his home in New Years on July 14th, and on that account was suspected
of being the murderer of Manuel ALBARAS, was found dead about a mile from
his home on Monday last, by a man named BROWN.
The death of RIVAS is another mystery, which
looks as though somewhere in the country around New Years there lurks some
fiend that revels in murder and kills for the sake of killing.
The body of RIVAS was found under the bank
in a lonely place in a ravine, and on the rocks below for quite a distance
to where a trail intersects the ravine spots, of what resembles blood,
were found. The body was in such a state of decomposition that no evidence
as to how death was brought about could be detected. There was no indention
of the skull nor any bones broken. The body of RIVAS, or Riivers as he
is more commonly called, was identified by his shoes, clothing and tobacco
pouch.
RIVAS was last seen alive on July 14th,
just one week after ALBARAS was seen, and from indications as to the condition
of his cabin he did not leave with the intention of being away any length
of time. While the Coroner's jury brought in a verdict of death from unknown
causes, there is strong suspicion that a foul murder has been committed.
This makes three men who have met death mysteriously in that neighborhood
within a short time back.
If the stains on the rocks below where
the body was found prove to be blood, it is quite evident that the body
was carried there from some other place. The stains on the rocks are to
be examined under the microscope.
CLOW, Edward August 13, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Death of Edward CLOW.
Edward CLOW the fourteen year old son
of Henry CLOW of Le Grand, died at six o'clock this morning, the cause
of his untimely demise being an attack of spinal meningitis which was contracted
a week ago. The funeral will be held Tuesday morning from the home of Mr.
CLOW at 10 o'clock, with internment at Plainsburg. - Merced Sun., Aug.
8.
The deceased was a nephew of Frank CLOW
of this place and was in Mariposa a week before his death. He drove a party
up and took the wagon back. He was apparently in the best of health.
SUTRO, Adolph August 13, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Adolph SUTRO Dead.
Adolph SUTRO, the man whose name is familiar
with every person on the Pacific Slope, died at his daughter's home in
San Francisco, last Monday morning.
The deceased was an eccentric individual,
but always regarded as the friend of the laboring class.
When he ran for Mayor of San Francisco
a few years ago the masses elected him inspite of the opposition of the
papers and the money powers. He fought the corporations until the last
and singularly enough always came out victorious and in the end never failed
to augment his private fortune.
His mind gave way during the last spring
and he was declared insane and a guardian appointed for him.
His name will not be forgotten for in
the Sutro Tunnel on the Comstock and the elegant baths on the Heights at
San Francisco, are monuments that will perpetuate the name Adolph SUTRO,
millionaire and benefactor.
BOGEN, Fred August 13,1898 Mariposa Gazette
Death of Colonel Fred BOGEN.
Boston, Aug. 9. - Colonel Fred G. BOGAN,
commander of the Ninth Massachusetts Volunteers, died at his home in Charleston
yesterday. Colonel BOGAN arrived home from Cuba a few days ago in a greatly
debilitated condition as the result of the hardships of the campaign, but
it was thought he would recover and he showed favorable symptoms until
yesterday, when a sudden change came and he died a few minutes later, Colonel
BOGAN was 48 years of age.
The deceased was a cousin of Charles
BOGAN, now of San Rafael, formerly of Mariposa.
BAGBY, Twins August 20, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
B. A. BAGBY of Benton Mills, is wearing
a smile as broad as that of a successful candidate. Its twins though in
this case, a boy and a girl.
The entire Gazette force send congratulations.
STEWART, Mary E. August 20, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Death of Mary E. STEWART.
In the Sunset clime far from home and
loving friends, Mary E. STEWART passed from the scenes of earth to the
full realization of her hopes beyond death. She was a native of Massachusetts
and a lady of rare intelligence, coming here a little more than a year
ago on a visit to her aunt, Mrs. S. M. MAGOON, and hoping the far famed
climate of California would improve her delicate health.
She was interred in the MAGOON Burial
lot on Glendale Farm, where each spring loving hands shall help ??????
to garland her grave with the flowers she loved so well.
She leaves two brothers with numerous
friends and relatives in Massachusetts to mourn her early demise. In California
an aunt, Mrs. S. M. MAGOON, and cousins, Misses Nettie and Lillian MAGOON,
Mrs. James WALLER, John and Fred CLARK, in whose hearts she had endeared
herself in her brief stay.
Farewell sweet Evelyn,
But not forever,
Again we'll meet thee,
Where farewells are spoken never.
L.M.M.
HALSTED, George Jr. August 20, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Drowned.
We are called upon to note the
sad death of George HALSTEAD Jr., by drowning in the Tuolumne river, near
Roger's Bar on the 14th instant.
The young man was engaged with
others in the construction of a dam across the river when his unfortunate
death occurred. According to our informant George went into the river below
the dam with a sack of sand and suddenly disappeared, being carried under
by the swift water. So strong was the under current that it was a difficult
task to pull out a man who was immediately let down with a rope around
hiss body, to rescue if possible, the drowning man.
The body had not been recovered
when we received our information of the fatal accident, but had been located
and doubtless by this writing has been recovered and the last sad funeral
rites performed. Deceased was the son of Mr. Frank HALSTEAD of Granite
Springs, near Coulterville, and was about 28 years of age. He was an industrious
young man and of exemplary habits. The bereaved parents and other relatives
have the sympathy of the entire community.
STREETER. Walter August 27, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Walter STREETER Dead.
Jarvis STREETER of the Abstract office
yesterday morning received a telegram announcing the death in Los Angelese
of his brother, Walter D. STREETER. The deceased lived in this city
up to the first of the month and has been engaged in the butcher business.
Consumption was the cause of his death. He did not know that he was affected
with the insidious disease until a few years ago when he was examined for
a life insurance policy. Last April he suffered an attack of congestion
of the lungs.
The funeral will take place from the home
of the young man's parent's in Los Angeles. He will be buried in that city.
He was 27 years old and leaves a wife and two children. Jarvis STREETER
left on the 6 o'clock train last evening for Los Angeles- Fresno Republican,
Aug. 21.
The deceased was a native of Mariposa county
where he was raised to manhood. His father Jarvis STREETER, was for many
years County Clerk of this county. The deceased had many friends here who
will regret his early demise.
DULCICH, Giocomo August 27, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Death of Giacomo DULCICH.
On Monday evening last at about five o'clock
Giacomo DULCICH of Hunter's Valley, quietly passed away.
He had been sick for some time past with typhoid
fever, which was the cause of his death.
The deceased was a young man of exemplary
habits. He was the nephew of George DULCICH, and came here when a
young man from Austria, his native country.
A few years ago he was married to Miss Angie
CASTAGNETTO, who with two little children are left to mourn the loss of
a loving husband and father.
His remains were interred on Wednesday at
the Odd Fellows cemetery in Bear Valley, under the auspices of the Hornitos
Lodge of Odd Fellows, the deceased being a member of that order.
THORN, Tom August 27, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Suicide of Tom THORN.
On Sunday last word was telephoned to Mariposa
that Tom THORN had been found dead in his house on the Wilson ranch near
Hornitos. On investigation it was found that he had committed suicide.
A bottle of strychnine was found near the body.
The exact time when the deed was committed
is not known as no one was with him. Mr. Thorn was an old resident of Hornitos
and vicinity, coming to this county from Texas when a young man. He was
a brother of J.F. THORN of Quartzburg. He was 50 years of age at the time
of his death.
Vitals September 1898 Mariposa Gazette
September 3, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Born September 1898 Mariposa Gazette
HUMES- In Hornitos, August 6th, 1898, to the wife of Al P. HUMES, a son.
FARNSWORTH- Near Hornitos, August 28th, 1898, to the wife of Thomas FARNSWORTH, a son.
September 10, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Died September 10, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
DOLAN- In San Francisco, September 2nd, 1898, Mary Frances DOLAN, youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James J. DOLAN, formerly of Bear Valley, Mariposa county, a native of San Francisco aged 22 years.
Born September 10, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
CORCORAN- In San Francisco, September 5th, 1898, to the wife of John H. CORCORAN, a son.
GANN- Near Mariposa, July 31st, 1898, to the wife of Wm. GANN a daughter.
September 17, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
none listed
September 24, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Died September 24, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
POTTER- Near White Rock, September 14th, 1898, Jeane POTTER, wife of Charles POTTER, a native of California, aged 21 years.
Obituaries, marriage and birth announcements.
ROWLAND, Will September 3, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
The many friends of Will ROWLAND will regret to learn that he is among the victims of the fever scourge at Camp Merritt.
FARNSWORTH, son September 3, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
A little son came to gladden the heart and home of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas FARNSWORTH last Monday and it helps to fill the vacancy caused by the death of their two children that they buried in Mariposa a short time ago.
DOLAN, Mamie September 10, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Death Of Mamie DOLAN.
On Friday, September 2cd, Mamie DOLAN, the
youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James DOLAN, died at the home of her
parents in San Francisco. She was a native of San Francisco and only 22
years of age, but fell a victim of that dread disease consumption.
About three years ago she entered the hospital
in San Francisco to learn to be a nurse. For two years she labored there
and was assigned to the consumptive ward, here she contracted the disease
that was to cause her untimely death.
The deceased was a young women of excellent
attainments and an amiable disposition that endeared her to all who knew
her. She was the especial favorite of the house hold, which is now shrouded
in sorrow at the loss of their daughter and sister.
DONAHOE, James September 10, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
James DONAHOE Dead.
James DONAHOE and old and respected citizen
of Don Pedro's Bar, on the Tuolumne river, above La Grange, died at his
home on the 27th of last month. The cause of death was injuries received
a few days previous by being thrown from his horse. Mr. DONAHOE was a pioneer
of 1850. The deceased leaves four children to mourn his loss.
A Frightful Suicide.
Last Sunday the body of a man was found dead between Coulterville and Priest's. Upon investigation it was found to be a case of suicide. Deceased name was Chris HERR and he was an old resident of Tuolumne county. He is supposed to have some property in the east. Before committing the rash act, deceased dug his own grave and made final preparations for his burial, then left a note that he was tired of living. He then completed the job by shooting himself.
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A Determined Suicide.
On Thursday last word was brought to
town that George RIPPE, who lives at the old Malone place, had committed
suicide. Deputy Coroner McELLIGOTT went to the place and held an inquest
which developed the following facts.
Deceased was last seen alive at about
on half hour before sundown the evening previous by George GILLIAM, who
is the only neighbor. Deceased was sick and despondent. Next morning GILLIAM
called to inquire for him and found him dead. Deceased had cut a gash in
his throat with a knife, he also cut both wrist and a quantity of arsenic
on the table close by indicated that he had also taken some of the drug.
In his arm was a rifle which he evidently prepared to assist his exit to
the other world, he had a string tied to it and had his shoe off of one
foot, but the knife and arsenic had accomplished the work and before he
could use the gun the end came.
He left a note stating that he
left GILLIAM in charge of the place till his brother could come out from
Indiana, and recommended that he be paid at the rate of one dollar per
day.
ANDREWS, Mrs. N. J. September 17, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Death of Mrs. N.J. ANDREWS.
Mrs. N. J. ANDREWS died at her
home in Oysterville, Pacific county, Wash., on September 9th, 1898, aged
61 years. The deceased had suffered from heart trouble for years but death
was unexpected at this time. At 10 o'clock she arose and went to her son's
room calling him and saying she believed she was going to die. She then
returned to her own room and in a few minutes she was gone. The deceased
was a widow of Samuel
ANDREWS and mother of nine
children, six of whom survive her, among them being Mrs. S. M. PATE of
Cathey's Valley. Rest, dear mother rest. In sweet peace we shall be called
home one by one to rest in peace with thee.
M.
DE SILVA- FELIZ September 24, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
John De SILVA of Bear Valley secured a marriage license Thursday from County Clerk NEWMAN, who will wed Miss Josie R. FELIZ of Whitlocks today.
Indian JEFF September 24, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Indian Jeff, a well known character, died at the rancheria near Mariposa last Wednesday. Jeff was one of the Indians rounded up and selected for slaughter at the time a number were killed between Pea Ridge and Mariposa, by whites about 1870. He was captured and bound but managed to escape among a fusillade of bullets.
SKEWS, WARREN, FALISE September 24, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
The Coulterville Explosion.
The Mary Harrison mine at Coulterville
was the scene of one of those terrible mining accidents, which cause a
shudder at the remembrance.
On Friday afternoon of last week,
three miners, John SKEWS, Harry WARREN and Manuel FALISE, were literally
blown to atoms by the explosion of giant powder. Just how the accident
occurred will remain a mystery, for none are left to tell the tale. The
three men were engaged in driving a tunnel from a winze, on the lower level
of the Mary Harrison mine, to connect with another tunnel driven from the
shaft in another part of the mine. The tunnel was to be used for ventilating
purposes and was being run with machine drills. As many holes as were necessary
were drilled about 6 feet deep, in the face of the tunnel; they were then
loaded and fired by means of a battery. When the men went down the mine
after dinner, they took two fifty pound boxes of powder with them, one
of which they left in the winze some distance away, where it was found
after the accident occurred, for two of them were exploded, while several
others were loaded but not exploded. The balance of the box of powder taken
into the tunnel was exploded.
The bodies of the three men were
torn to shreds and only parts of the bodies could be recognized. The remains
were gathered as best they could and on Saturday they were interred.
There were separate funerals and
were attended by the employee's of the Merced Company in a body and the
many friends of the deceased miners turned out making three of the largest
funerals ever seen in Coulterville.
Vitals October 1898 Mariposa Gazette
October 1, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Died October 1, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
ANTONE- At the county hospital September 25th, 1898, Manuel ANTONE, a native of Portugal, aged 66 years.
Married October 1, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
DESILVA- FELIX- At Princeton, Saturday September 24th, 1898, by Judge J. M. CORCORAN, John DESILVA and Miss Josie FELIX.
October 8, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Born October 8, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
CAMIN- In Mariposa, October 2nd, 1898, to the wife of A. A. CAMIN, a son.
Died October 8, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
CAMIN- In Mariposa, October 2, 1898, Infant son of Mr. and Mrs. A. A. CAMIN.
October 15, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Born October 15, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
WILLIAMS- In Hunter's Valley, October 1st, 1898, to the wife of Wm. WILLIAMS a son.
Married October 15, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
JONES-DELBRIDGE- In Mariposa, Sunday, October 9th, 1898 by Judge J. M. CORCORAN, Joseph JONES and Miss May DELBRIDGE, both of Whitlocks.
October 22, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Married October 22, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
ADAIR-LANE- In Angels Camp October 12th, 1898, James ADAIR and Miss Ella LANE, both of Angels Camp.
DEPAULI-GAZZOLO- In Coulterville, October 18th, 1898, J. DEPAULI of Bakersfield to Miss Lenora GAZZOLO of Coulterville.
September 29, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
none listed
Obituaries, marriage and birth announcements.
DeSILVA-FELIX October 1, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
DeSILVA-FELIX.
On Saturday last in Princeton, John DeSILVA
of Bear Valley and Miss Josie FELIX were united in marriage. Hon. J.M.
CORCORAN performed the ceremony.
A number of invited guest were present. In
the evening a dance was given in the old Temperance hall to commemorate
the occasion.
WILLIAMS, infant October 15, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Wm. WILLIAM'S wife of Hunter's Valley, made William glad by presenting him with an infant son on the first of the month. This is the eleventh time he had been made glad, ten sons and a daughter.
JONES-DELBRIDGE October 15, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
JONES-DELBRIDGE Nuptials.
Last Sunday, at 2 o'clock p.m., in the parlors of
the Hotel Schlageter, our worthy Judge, John M. CORCORAN, joined in wedlock
Joseph JONES and Miss May DELBRIDGE both of Whitlocks. The ceremony was
witnessed only by the friends and relatives of the happy couple. Miss Maud
PERRY was bridesmaid, and not a fairer one ever graced so enviable an honor.
Chris COOPER was honored withh the favor of best man to th groom.
The bride- well I am not a connoisseur on
dress, but she was fittingly and beautifully attired, and looked a flower
of loveliest spring. Her native home is Virginia City, Nevada, but in her
blushing face Mariposa has planted its fairest blossoms and claims her
as its own. Mr. JONES is in the employ of the Tendron Mining Company and
is a worthy young man and merits such a bride as he has won. We can add
nothing more in his behalf. Immediately following the marriage ceremony
the party adjourned to the dining room were a bounteous spread, prepared
by Mr. SCHLAGETER awaited them. Joy and festivity attended the banquet,
after which the Mariposa Brass Band rendered several appropriate pieces.
Mr. JONES and bride, attended by the
bridesmaid and groomsman, appeared in front of the band and assembled throng,
and in a few well chosen words thanked the band for the music and introduced
his bride.
To the newly married couple the Gazette
tenders its most sincere felicitations for their future happiness,
and as the eager winds of love gladden the sails of the present, we trust
that as life's voyage lengthens no storms may come, but as now kissed by
summer breezes they mail sail through life over a tranquil sea.
The friends who where in attendance
were from Whitlocks. We have a list of names from the hotel register and
if we fail to mention any who were in attendance, attributed it to the
register.
Mrs. DELBRIDGE and family, R.
F. BALL and family, Chris G. COOPER, J. B. ERSTINE and wife, W. G. TRENGOVE,
A.S . LANGLEY, S. J. CHAMPION, Henry WARMINGTON, Leonard WARMINGTON, Jim
TRESIDDER, E. TRENSGOVE, J. COOMBS, H. S. COOPER.
ADAIR-LANE October 22, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
ADAIR-LANE Nuptials.
Last Wednesday James ADAIR and Miss Elia LANE were quietly united in the holy bonds of matrimony by his Honor Judge COOLEY. The bride is a daughter of Mrs. Jas. LANE, of this town, and is a most excellent young lady. The groom has been a resident of Angel's Camp for several years and is most exemplary young man. We are personally acquainted with the bride and groom, hence take great pleasure in chronicling their wedding. The Echo joins their many friends in congratulating them upon their new departure in life, and wish them long life, happiness and prosperity. - Mountain Echo.
DEPAUH-GAZZOLO October 22, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Wedding at Coulterville.
At the Catholic Church in Coulterville on the 18th of October, the Rev. Father GUERIN united in marriage J. DEPAUH of Bakersfield, and Miss Lenora GAZZOLO of Coulterville. John and James GAZZOLO acted as groomsmen and Miss Ardesi as bridesmaid. The marriage was attended only by relatives of the contracting parties. The happy couple left for the bay and after a month sight seeing will go to Bakersfield to make their future home.
DUNCAN, James H. October 22, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Another Pioneer Gone.
James H. DUNCAN died at Fairoaks on October
3rd from malarial fever. Mr. DUNCAN was an old and popular Mariposan. He
came to the county in 1861 and made his home in the high Sierras. He loved
the ruggedness and wildness of nature. His summer home was at Crescent
Lake where he pastured his horses and hunted Grizzly bear. He is credited
with killing over a hundred of the forest monarchs. He was a typical Californian
mountaineer and was admired for his sterling qualities by all who knew
him. He was buried at Fairoaks on his sisters farm, Miss Sarah SLOCUM.
The old pioneers are falling away but they will never be forgotten, their
lives make the history of California's golden days and no matter where
they be California is their monument.
Vitals November 1898 Mariposa Gazette
November 5, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Married November 5, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
ADAIR-KERRINS- In Mariposa, November 1st, 1898, by the Rev. P. GUERIN of Sonora, Joseph A. ADAIR and Miss Annie L. KERRINS, both of Mariposa.
November 12, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
none listed
November 19, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Married November 19, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
SMITH-SMITH- At the residence of J. W. CONGDON
in Mariposa, by the Rev. Henry NEATE, Lee Chapman SMITH to Mabel SMITH
(born PALMER).
The above marriage was celebrated to confirm
a previous marriage, celebrated March 13th, 1898, the validity of which
had been questioned.
November 26, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Born November 26, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
TRABUCCO- In Bear Valley, November 19th, 1898, to the wife of John B. TRABUCCO, a son.
TRABUCCO- In Princeton, November 20th, 1898, to the wife of Frank TRABUCCO, a daughter.
Obituaries, marriage and birth announcements.
CAMPODONICO-VALVERDE- November 5, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Hornitos has added its name to the marriage list this week. Louis CAMPODONICO was married to Miss Virginia VALVERDE, both of Hornitos. We wish them much happiness.
DEPAULI-GAZZOLO November 5, 18988 Mariposa Gazette
Communicated.
The following communication was received to
late for publication in last week's issue.
Another happy marriage has come and gone like
a white rigged bark that has sailed over an enchanted summer sea. And now
'tis memory but the spell of its loveliness lingers with us like the aroma
of precious flowers. Somehow, we don't know how, a marriage of friends
some times makes us sad, but it is a sadness we love. So sweetly sad we
would not if we could dispel the charm that envirous us.
Miss Leonora GAZZOLO was a Coulterville girl
loved by all. Here amid these beauteous hills where the low hung lamps
of the skies chase away night's shadows and weaves loves meshes, she grew
to beauteous womanhood. The beauty that blooms in fair Italia's land has
been re-awakened and made fairer beneath the golden shies of California.
She was a prize to be won and lucky indeed is the happy groom, Mr. James
L. DEPAULI.
The marriage took place at high noon in the
Catholic Church, Rev. Father GUERIN officiating. The ceremony was short
but impressive.
The relatives of the contracting parties were
all that were present. Her father was her escort. The bridesmaids were
Miss Etta ARDIZZI, niece of the groom, and Miss May GAZZOLO, sister of
the bride. John and Jas. GAZZOLO were the groomsmen. The bride's dress
was white satin covered with white organdy and chiffon lace. A beautiful
flowing vail of tullie completed her dress. Miss May GAZZOLO wore a cream
silk, covered canary color organdy. Miss Etta ARDIZZI's dress was sky blue
organdy. Many costly and beautiful presents were received by them.
Mr. DEPAULI is a member of the firm
Ardizzi & Olcese, merchants of Kern. They will pass their honeymoon
in traveling through the southern part of the state. They will make their
home in Kern City. Coulterville feels the loss of one of its fairest daughters
but her future happiness is also theirs. May no trouble cloud her life's
sky is the sincere wish of
A Life Long Friend.
Coulterville, October 28th, 1898.
ADAIR-KERRINS November 5, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
ADAIR-KERRINS.
Joseph A. ADAIR and Miss Annie L. KERRINS Married.
We were one of the many friends
present who witnessed the marriage of Joseph A. ADAIR to Miss Annie KERRINS,
by Father GUERIN in the St. Joseph church of Mariposa. The house was filled
to overflowing, many not being able to find seats. The day was commemorative
of the happy event. It was a day of days, amid its bright beauty surely
life was worth living. Not a cloud floated in the Heavens, while spring
sunshine gleamed through November air. Never did Nature smile more auspiciously
on a marriage ceremony. The assemblage of so many friends was a tribute
to the esteem in which they both are held.. The church was beautifully
decorated and impressed one with its sacred beauty.
The groom, accompanied by his
friend, Robert L. PAINE, as groomsman, walked down the aisle to the alter.
Then came the beautiful bride blushing in all the wealth of beauteous womanhood
leaning on her father's arm. Here the groom and groomsman met the bride
and bridesmaids and conducted them to their seats in front of the alter.
The bride was attired in cream white brocaded satin trimmmed with Point
de Alencon lace and pearl passementerie. A torque of white satin ribbon
trimmed with white fluffy aigrettes and brilliants completed her costume.
She carried a bouquet of bride-roses tied with a true loves knot of white
satin ribbon.
Miss Julie G. KERRINS, the
bride's sister, was bridesmaid. Her costume was a handsome one, a sea green
silk dress with a overdress of chiffon, a large black velvet Gainsborough
hat trimmed with ostrich plumes and aigrettes comprised her costume. She
carried a bouquet of bridesmaid roses tied with sea green satin ribbon.
The marriage ceremony was
beautiful and impressive. Miss Alice CORCORAN presided at the organ. Mrs.
Edith TRABUCCO, Mrs. Thos. McELLIGOTT, Mrs. Geo. LIND, Misses Lena WEILER
and May CORCORAN furnished the vocal music, which they rendered excellently.
After the ceremony Rev. GUERIN delivered an eloquent sermon on the marriage
obligations which was advise that all should take home and live by.
Mrs. Joseph ADAIR was born
in Mariposa and here has been her home, here she passed her school days,
and here she grew to beauteous womanhood. That Mariposans respect and love
her was shown by the interest by the entire community in her marriage.
She was a popular school teacher and is endeared to the hearts of all her
pupils.
Mr. ADAIR is to well known in
Mariposa to need introduction, and yet we cannot refrain from speaking
few words concerning him. He was born in El Dorado county within sight
of the historic monument dedicated to Marshall, the pioneer gold finder
of California, but Mariposa claims him for it was in this county he grew
from childhood to manhood. For years he was a school teacher in this county,
but his mind grew with his years and he entered into the practice of law.
He was District Attorney of this county and occupies a high position in
his chosen profession. He is also the editor of the Mariposa Gazette.
Immediately following the wedding ceremony
the bridal party and intimate friends repaired to the home of the bride's
father, were a wedding breakfast awaited them. Then beneath a shower of
old shoes and rice the newly married couple started for Merced to intercept
the evening train for Los Angeles, where they will spend their honeymoon.
We trust that their journey through
life will continue as bright as its commencement and if trouble should
beset them, that it may be like a cloud that briefly darkens the
sky but leaves it cleaner when dispelled by the breezes of the Heavens;
and I know I voice the sentiment of all when I say that our best wishes
are for their future happiness and prosperity connected with their interests
in Mariposa.
W. F. R.
Mariposa, November 1st, 1898.
JONES-YANCY November 12, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
JONES- YANCY Nuptials.
A surprise was given Mariposa last Saturday
evening when Dr. JONES, the popular dentist of Sonora, brought to our fair
city a beautiful bride. The Dr. recently has been in town practicing his
profession. Last Friday morning, without consulting the Gazette, he took
the stage for Merced. There he was met by Miss Belle YANCEY of Sonora and
in the parlors of the El Capitan hotel they were married by Minister SMITH
of the M. E. Church South, Sunday morning, November 5th.
Dr. JONES visits us quite often in his
professional duties, and at one time he was permanent in business here,
but his restlessness carried him to Sonora. There a beautiful vision crossed
his path enshrining within herself all that he deemed most lovely and beautiful
in women and the witchery of love spells was pressed upon his heart, so
the Dr. was married . His bride was born in Sonora and is a daughter of
ex-Sheriff YANCY of Tuolumne county. The Dr. hails from the old country
of Missouri, but as he was three years of age when he left there, you could
not notice but what he was an American. The Dr. is a Democrat being an
ardent advocate of silver and gold, not only ot fill teeth, but as the
money of the people. That he may never change his views id our wish.
Coupled with our heartfelt desire to
see him continue prosperous and happy and to himself and wife the Gazette
asks to be remembered as a friend.
GOODWIN, Sarah November 19, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Death of Sarah GOODWIN.
We are sorry to announce the death of Mrs. Sarah GOODWIN, a sister of Charles BOGAN of San Rafael. She died on Thursday the 10th of the month at her home in Tuolumne county near Chinese camp.
McDERMOTT, C. F. November 26, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Death of McDERMOTT.
On Monday last at his home in Oakland, C. F. McDERMOTT passed away, after a long illness. The deceased was at one time a resident of Mariposa county, carrying on a general merchandise business in partnership with C. KERRINS, in the town of Mariposa. He long since left Mariposa for the metropolis where the goddess of fortune smiled on him, till at the time of his death he numbered his dollars by the million.
MAST, P. P. November 26, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Death of P.P. MAST.
P. P. MAST of Springfield, Ohio, died at his home in that city on Monday. Deceased was a cousin of Chas. L. MAST of Coulterville. He has considerable property in this county, consisting of a number of mines on the north side of the river and a large orchard and vineyard at Horseshoe Bend.
Vitals December 1898 Mariposa Gazette
December 3, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
none listed
December 10, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Died December 10, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
MARSHALL- In San Francisco, December 2nd, 1898, John J. MARSHALL, beloved son of Susan VALENTINE and brother of Mrs. E. C. DUDLEY, Mrs. W. EVERSON, and William L. VALENTINE, a native of California, aged 42 years and 7 months.
December 17, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Died December 17, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
GOMMO- Near Hornitos, December 8th, 1898, Samuel GOMMO, a native of England, aged 56 years.
JONES- Near Hornitos, December 10th, 1898, William JONES, a native of England, aged 66 years.
MALLET- At Indian Gulch, December 12th, 1898, Frank MALLET a native of France, aged 61 years.
ARTHUR- In Hornitos, December 11, 1898, Robert ARTHUR, a native of Ohio, aged 68 years.
THORNTON- Near Mariposa December 14th, 1898, A. B. THORNTON a native of Tennessee, aged 70 years.
December 24, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Died December 24, 1898 Mariposa Gazettte
McMURDO- In San Francisco, December 17th, 1898, Elizabeth A. McMURDO, (nee QUIGLEY), beloved wife of John R. McMURDO, a native of Mariposa county aged 33 years, 5 months and 28 days.
CUNNINGHAM- In San Francisco, December 19th, 1898, Lawrence CUNNINGHAM and brother of Mrs. Timothy SHEEHY of Watsonville, a native of Ireland, aged 72 years.
December 31, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
none listed
Obituaries, marriage and birth announcements.
WASS, son December 3, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Lou WASS of Mariposa, was made happy by his wife presenting him with an infant son last Sunday.
BIENWALT, Mark December 10, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Found Dead.
Following we print the verdict of the
Coroner's Jury on the body of Mark BIENWALT, who was found dad near Coulterville.
State of California, county of Mariposa. In the matter of Inquisition upon
Mark BIENWALT, deceased.
We the undersigned jurors summoned before
J. S. MURPHY, Deputy-Coroner of Mariposa county, at Coulterville, Friday,
December 1st, 1898, to inquire into the cause of death of Mark BIENWALT,
found lying dead in a cabin near Jas. LINDSEY's ranch, having been duly
sworn according to law, and having made such inquisition after inspecting
the body and hearing testimony adduced, upon our oaths each and all say,
that we find the deceased was named Mark BIENWALT, a native of France,
aged about 75 years, and that he came to his death on or about November
22nd 1898, from natural causes unknown to this jury. All of which we duly
certify by this inquisition in writing, by us signed this 2nd day of December,
1898.
J. E. FLEMMING
B. A. BAGBY
Demetrio BRUSCHI
James LINDSEY, Sr
O. W. deL. ST CLAIR
James LINDSEY, Jr
Harry HANLEY
THORNTON, A. B. December 17, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
A. B. THORNTON is Dead.
A. B. THORNTON died at his home on Wednesday, December 14th, and was buried on the 15th. Peter PIKE, as he was familiarly known, is an old resident of Mariposa county, and was a Mexican war veteran. Slowly these old pioneers are "crossing the silent river." The soldiers that stood on the fields of Buena Vista and charged fortress of Monterey will all soon be sleeping the last sleep of earth. There should be no heart so calloused as to not pause and shed a tear over their graves. These beautiful fields and gold threaded mountains are a heritage left as a monument to their valor. These old soldiers are the volunteers that answered the call of their country and risked their lives in its cause. What a change, then they were in the vigor of their prime. This rich land of ours belonged to Mexico. They conquered our enemies and this loved California was won at the piece of their blood and deeds. To-day with silvered hair and faltering steps they stand on Eternity's brink. And some in the midst of all the wreath they have added to our land die in extreme penury and without proper care. To Peter THORNTON we say farewell.
MALLET, Frank December 17, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Frank MALLET.
Frank MALLET, an old time resident of Indian Gulch, died at his home near that town during the first of the week. For a number of years deceased has been crippled, the result of paralysis, and his demise was not unexpected. He was a native of France and unmarried.
SMITH-MARIA December 17, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
SMITH-MARIA Nuptials.
Fred V. SMITH of Indian Gulch
and Miss Amelia MARIA of Bear Valley were united in the holy bonds of matrimony
by Judge John L. SMITH at the residence of the bride's parents on the morning
of the 12th of December. Only the immediate relatives of the contracting
parties were present. The happy couple after taking a short wedding trip
came to their future home on Shultz Mountain, where their many friends
gathered to celebrate the occasion showing the esteem in which they were
held. After the congratulations were extended dancing was indulged in.
During the evening a delicious
repast was served. The bride is one of Bear Valley's most esteemed young
ladies. The groom is a most deserving young man of this vicinity, who is
well and favorably known throughout Mariposa county. Numerous presents
were received by the bride and groom. Mr. and Mrs. SMITH carry with them
the best wishes of the entire community for a happy married life.
One Who Was There.
ARTHUR, Robert December 17, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Death of Robert ARTHUR.
After a long illness
Robert AUTHUR, one of Hornitos's pioneer citizens, last Sunday evening
peacefully passed away at his home in the town, where he had spent the
best part of his life.
Robert AUTHUR was
a good citizen. He was a blacksmith by trade and for a years followed his
vocation in the town of Hornitos. During the last few years he gave place
to his sons, Charley and Jim, who carry on the business of the father.
The deceased at the
time of his death was about 68 years of age. He was married and leaves
a wife and a large family to mourn the death of a loving husband and father.
The funeral took place
on Tuesday from his late residence in Hornitos.
McMURDO, Mrs. Elizabeth December 24, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
In San Francisco on the 17th of this month. Mrs. Elizabeth McMURDO died. Mrs. McMURDO was born near Mariposa at what is known as the Big Oak Spring or Quigley place on the Mariposa hill. Her maiden name was Quigley.
CUNNINGHAM, Lawrence December 24, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Lawrence CUNNINGHAM,
head book-keeper for the well known wholesale liquor dealers, Shea, Bocqueraz
& Co., of San Francisco, one day last week was stricken with paralysis.
A stroke a day or two later rendered him speechless. His condition when
last heard of was very critical. Mr. CUNNINGHAM was an old time resident
of Coulterville, Mariposa county, and had a host of friends there. Those
who still remain there learn with sorrow of the affliction of Mr. CUNNINGHAM.
Since
the above was in type the death of Mr. CUNNINGHAM has been announced. Deceased
was a native of Ireland and 72 years of age.
FLOTO, Mrs. M. M. December 24, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
Death of Mrs. FLOTO.
In our issue
of THursday we had time only to barely announce the death of Mrs. M. M.
FLOTO, the mother of Mrs. Chas. McMILLIAN and W.C. FLOTO.
Mrs. FLOTO was
born in Marberg, Germany, in the year 1835. While quite a child she made
the trip from Marberg to Baltimore and resided there with relatives until
about 1859 when she came to California with the family of Burger HERMAN
(lately Congressman from Coos county, Oregon). She was married in Santa
Cruz, May 11th, 1859, to W. F. FLOTO who took his bride to La Grange, Stanislaus
county, where he owned a hotel. Mrs. FLOTO resided there 29 years. Her
husband having died July 3rd 1875, she moved to Modesto in 1888. Four years
ago she came to Vallejo to reside with her daughter Mrs. CHAS. McMILLIAN.
Mrs. FLOTO was
a great favorite with the children many of whom knowing her fondness for
flowers used to carry bouquets to her on the way to school. She was of
a kind and affectionate disposition and held in high esteem by her many
friends and acquaintances, all of whom will be grieved to learn of her
death.
The funeral
will take place Saturday afternoon from her residence on the corner of
Florida and Martin streets.- Valejo Times, Dec. 16th.
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Obituaries, marriage and birth announcements
DUNNAWAY, Wm. H. January 14, 1899 Mariposa Gazette
Wm. H. DUNNAWAY, an old and respected resident of Cathey's Valley, died suddenly at his home Monday evening. He was chopping kindling wood near the house when he was taken with heart trouble. He went into the house and his wife hurried to a neighbors after medicine with which to restore the stricken man, but death ensued before she returned. Mr. DUNNAWAY was 76 years old and a native of Missouri, having been a resident of Cathey's Valley for about twenty years.- Merced Sun.
FLANNAGAN, Martin January 14, 1899 Mariposa Gazette
Death Of Martin FLANNAGAN.
Martin FLANNAGAN of Coulterville, was found in a room of a Modesto lodging house on Saturday last. He had gone to Modesto a short time before for medical assistance. He had been a resident of Coulterville for a great many years. He followed mining for a living. He always took a great interest in politics and was always to be found at the county seat on the day of the Democratic convention. If there is such a thing as politics in other world, Martin will be sure to be at the convention. He was in his 66th year at the time of his death.
HOBRON, G. W. January 14, 1899 Mariposa Gazette
Death of G. W. HOBRON.
News was received in Mariposa just before going to press, of the death of G. W. HOBRON of Coulterville. Mr. HOBRON is an old and well known citizen of Coulterville, having lived there for a great number of years. He was engaged in lumber business and has been identical with that business of years. He was an honest, well meaning upright citizen who had many friends who will regret to learn of his demise. He was about 72 years of age. For some time he has been ailing and a short time ago suffered a paralytic stroke.
HOBRON, G. W. January 21, 1899 Mariposa Gazette
The remains of G. W. HOBRON, who died at Coulterville on Friday of last week, were taken to San Francisco for internment alongside of the wife of the wife of the deceased who preceded him a number of years back. S. D. HOBRON, son of deceased, and his wife accompanied the remains to the city.
DENNIS, Wm. January 28, 1899 Mariposa Gazette
Wm. DENNIS died Tuesday night from a stroke. He was buried Thursday.
Vitals February 1899 Mariposa Gazette
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GROSJEAN- Near Mariposa, January 28th, 1899, Frank GROSJEAN, a native of France, aged 70 years, 9 months and 2 days.
Born February 4, 1899 Mariposa Gazette
LIND- In Mariposa, January 30th, 1899, to the wife of Geo. LIND, a daughter.
COOK- In Mariposa, February 1st, 1899, to the wife of Albert COOK, a daughter.
ROWLAND- In Cathey's Valley, January 28th, 1899, to the wife of L. H. ROWLAND, a daughter.
PALMER- At Chowchilla, February 1st, 1899, to the wife of Frank C. PALMER, a son.
February 11, 1899 Mariposa Gazette
Born February 11, 1899 Mariposa Gazette
ALARID- In Mariposa, February 5th, 1899, to the wife of Manuel S. ALARID, a daughter.
February 18, 1899 Mariposa Gazette
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February 25, 1899 Mariposa Gazette
Died February 25, 1899 Mariposa Gazette
BOGLIOLI- In Coulterville, February 21st, 1899, Frederick BOGLIOLI, a native of Italy, aged 39 years.
Married February 25, 1899 Mariposa Gazette
LESSMAN-PETERSON- At the residence of the bride's parents near Hornitos, Myron LESSMAN to Miss Edith PETERSON, both of Hornitos.
Obituaries, marriage and birth announcements.
GROSJEAN, Frank February 4, 1899 Mariposa Gazette
Death of Frank GROSJEAN.
Frank GROSJEAN, Sr., of Red Mountain, died
at his home last Saturday morning. The deceased has been a invalid for
a number of years. While not being confined to bed he had been unable to
attend to the duties of his ranch. About three weeks ago he suffered a
paralytic stroke from which he never recovered.
The deceased was a old citizen of this county
and one of the pioneer residents of Red Mountain sections. He was a good
man and had numerous friends. His funeral which took place on Sunday was
largely attended. The internment took place in the Catholic cemetery, in
Mariposa. Deceased leaves a widow and six children.
EUBANKS, Mrs. M. A. February 18, 1899 Mariposa Gazette
Mrs. M. A. EUBANKS died at her home in Cathey's Valley last Tuesday morning. Deceased was the wife of W. M. EUBANKS and was 44 years of age at the time of her death. She leaves besides her husband four small children to mourn her loss. Consumption was the cause of death. Her remains were interred in the Odd Fellow's cemetery in Mariposa at one o'clock on THursday last. A number of friends and relatives accompanied the remains to their last resting place.
FELDHAUS, Alex February 18, 1899 Mariposa Gazette
Death of Alex FELDHAUS.
On Saturday last news was received in town of the death of Alex FELDHAUS of Snelling. The deceased had been sick a short time with mumps and was on the road to recovery when he was again made the victim of an attack of inflammation of the bowels, which carried him off. He was a promising young man who had numerous friends. His remains were brought to Mariposa, whe