ADAMS, JOHN Q.

Roseville Register, Thursday, 2-5-1920. Submitted by Kathie Marynik

Obituary—John Q. Adams, the only son of Mr. and Mrs. T. M. Adams, was born in Indiana, May 27, 1878, and passed from this life in Roseville January 30 at the age of 41 years 4 months and 3 days. When but two years of age, he accompanied his parents to Kansas City where he remained for ten years, coming to California, locating in San Francisco, which was his home until 1906. Since that time, Roseville was his home though he labored elsewhere considerable. He was well known in this city and had many friends. His attachment to home added much to the happiness of loved ones who are prostrate in their heavy grief. For the past six months, failing health indicated that complete recovery was uncertain, nevertheless he continued cheerful and hopeful to the last. Besides his devoted parents, he leaves to mourn his untimely death one sister, Mrs. Killian Biggs, and a host of friends who had come to know him as a worthy one. With the sympathizing friends here and at the Bay, we join as we bow in humble submission to the will of Him who doeth all things well.

ADAMS, LUMAN B. “Lume”

Lincoln News-Messenger, Thursday, 2-27-1919. Submitted by Kathie Marynik

Pioneer L. B. Adams Is Found Dead in Brush

Last Tuesday morning the remains of L. B. Adams, an aged pioneer of this section were found dead about 400 yards from the home of his deceased brother, Harry Adams, at Yankee Jims, four miles above Forest Hill. As previously stated in these columns, Mr. Adams had left Lincoln with the purpose of attending his brothers who were quite ill. After several weeks’ stay, he decided to return to his ranch near Lincoln and left about six o’clock one morning in a heavy snow storm for Yankee Jims, never to again be seen alive. Notwithstanding a diligent search was made for the man by scores of friends, the whereabouts of deceased could not be ascertained though traces of his footsteps were followed to Mayflower where all evidence of his whereabouts were lost in the snow. It seems that decedent had decided to retrace his steps and return to the brother’s home but had evidently lost his way and wandered in a roundabout way, taking a trail which led him to a destination above the house—the opposite direction in which he should have gone. The old gentleman was feeble and very hard of hearing, and it is probable that he became cold and weak and fell from exhaustion and perished. He was found face downward with his head resting peacefully upon his arm as though he was but sleeping, but it proved to be the sleep that knows no awakening. Another aged Lincoln pioneer whose life was good has passed from our midst to his final peace on the other side of that river which divides him from the cares of this troublous world. Lume Adams was a highly respected citizen and one in whom we all could place our confidence. He was kind and charitable, was a man possessed of manly traits, and a strong factor in all that was good. Deceased would have been eighty-one years old last Sunday. The funeral was held under the auspices of the Forest Hill Odd Fellows, of which order he was an honored member of Valley Lodge, No. 107, of Lincoln. He was also a beloved member of the local Rebekah lodge. Harry Adams preceded his brother to the grave several days before the finding of the body. He also leaves a brother, Timothy Adams of Yankee Jims, and a niece and a nephew. We of Lincoln deeply mourn for Lume B. Adams.

ADAMS, THOMAS M.

Roseville Register, Thursday, 1-29-1920. Submitted by Kathie Marynik

T. M. Adams Dies

T. M. Adams fell victim to the influenza this morning. He had been ill only a short time. Adams leaves a father; brother, J. Q. Adams; and sister, Mrs. Harry Biggs, to mourn his passing. The funeral arrangements have not yet been made.

ANDRESEN, HANS SR.

Lincoln News-Messenger, Thursday, 7-6-1917. Submitted by Kathie Marynik

An Old Lincolnite Crosses Over

After a long period of failing health as the result of advancing years, Hans Andresen, Sr. passed quietly away at his home in Central District, a few miles southwest of Lincoln. Deceased came to this country from Denmark where he was born in 1836, and he was 81 years, 8 months and 1 day old at the time of his death. He came to this vicinity in the “fifties” and had resided here ever since. In the early “sixties” he lived in the Gold Hill district when it was at its height of palmy mining days. Later he was employed at the Zingenfein flour mill in Lincoln which was operated in the “sixties.” Among his associates then were the late Chris Crook and Chris Kier, noble souls who did the pioneering in this vicinity and now sleep under the turf not far from the scenes of their early-day activities which resulted in the establishment of the mighty bulwarks that have conserved and protected the following generation in their efforts to build so well upon the solid foundation these early-day settlers so gloriously started. Hans Andresen was of the sturdy, rugged type of man—a man of innate honesty and strict integrity who carved out his life according to the noble precepts of loyalty to a high standard of citizenship, a strict adherence to the principles of justice, fair and square dealings with all, and a never-failing observance of the code of honor and honesty in all the affairs of his long and useful life. For many years Mr. Andresen was active and interested in public affairs and held the position at one time of road master in his district before the law was changed. In politics he was always a Democrat but was tolerant in his views and enjoyed the sincere friendship of all who knew him. He was a kind and accommodating neighbor and a devoted husband and father. His home life was ideal—about his home and fireside his greatest concern and interest centered. For several years he has lived a retired life. He is survived by his widow and three children, Mrs. J. P. Thomsen of Dixon, and Peter and Hans Andresen of Lincoln. The latter is a director in the Bank of Lincoln. The funeral was held Wednesday, July 4, and the remains were laid to rest in the Odd Fellows Cemetery not far from the scenes of over a century of his active life—close by the stream whose soft ripples over the pebbles will sing a sweet refrain of ever lasting peace, and the branches of sturdy oaks across the way will sigh a solemn requiem of gentle repose to his soul. May it be so with all the loved pioneers of our loved California.

BAILEY, ISAAC J.

Roseville Register, Thursday, 8-8-1919. Submitted by Kathie Marynik

Obituary—Isaac J. Bailey was born in Ohio February 28, 1832, and passed from this life at Auburn, California, July 30, 1919. At the age of eight, he accompanied his parents to Wisconsin where he remained ten years, coming to California by team in 1850. After spending a short time in mining, he took up farming in the Sacramento Valley, continuing until 1884 when he moved to Shasta County. There he pursued his chosen vocation until 1910 when he retired, moving to Oak Park where he was about completing a home when stricken with paralysis from which he never recovered. During the past eighteen months, he had been a constant sufferer though he was always cheerful and satisfied as he had ever been throughout his long life. He was especially appreciative of the constant ministrations of his brother and nephews who carefully cared for his every need. His honesty, kindness, and sincerity were abounding traits which endeared him to his fellowmen. With more than four score years of benediction, to those who remain he will be greatly missed. The end came peacefully as to one tired with the day’s toil and lying down for the night’s rest is soon unconscious of all about him. The funeral services were held at the Slough House Cemetery in Sacramento County where the deceased had lived much of the time. There, with tender care, he was borne to his final resting place by his nephews who, with their aged father, the only surviving brother, Joshua J. Bailey, were joined by relatives and friends in paying a worthy tribute to a highly respected pioneer.

BOOTH, MYLO A.

Roseville Register, Thursday, 2-5-1920. Submitted by Kathie Marynik

Mylo A. Booth Called by Death

Mylo A. Booth passed away at his home January 30 after an illness of some duration. The cause of his death was “Elephanetus,” a very peculiar disease and one for which science has discovered no relief. The funeral was held Monday at 2:30, and a large concourse of relatives and friends followed the remains to their last resting place in IOOF Cemetery. He was a member of the Odd Fellows and Masons and was respected by all who knew him for his splendid character. He leaves to mourn his death a devoted wife and five children and many friends who had come to know him as a splendid man and a fine citizen.

BUSH, ELIZABETH

Roseville Register, Thursday, 11-20-1919. Submitted by Kathie Marynik

Obituary—Mrs. Elizabeth Bush, a respected and honored resident of Rocklin, died at her home Monday, November 17. The funeral services were held in the Congregational Church at Rocklin, and the remains were tenderly laid to rest in IOOF Cemetery. She was a native of Switzerland, having been born in that country in 1842. She came to America in 1869 and took up her residence at Rocklin, where she has since resided. More than 19 years ago, she was bereft of her husband, leaving her alone in the world with no near relatives, and because of this she formed many close friendships with her neighbors, and she had the love and respect of all who knew her. Her religion was early established, and she maintained a close relation with her chosen church, taking an active part in all of its work.

BUTLER, ESTELLE nee BURNS

Roseville Register, Friday, 2-14-1919. Submitted by Kathie Marynik

Mrs. William Butler Dies Suddenly

Mrs. William Butler, wife of W. Butler, died at a Sacramento hospital Monday, following an operation for appendicitis. She had been in the best of health up to a short time ago, and when she became ill was immediately taken to the hospital for the operation. The funeral was held yesterday at 2:30 from her late residence; interment at IOOF Cemetery. A large number of friends and relatives followed the remains to their last resting place.

Roseville Register, Friday, 2-21-1919

Obituary—Mrs. Estelle Butler was born August 13, 1885, and was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. H. Burns; she passed away Monday, February 10, 1919, aged 33 years. She was a native of California, being born at Fremont Solano County. She spent the major portion of her life in the city of Sacramento and was widely known as an excellent pianist, having taught many Roseville people on the piano. Two years ago, she was united to William Butler in marriage, since which time she resided in Roseville. She leaves to mourn her early death a devoted husband, mother and father, and Mildred and William Butler, Jr., and a large circle of friends who had learned to love her for the splendid character she was and the loving disposition she displayed towards all her acquaintances. She was a prominent member of the Eastern Star, and the members of the organization will greatly miss her from that circle. To the bereaved, the entire community extends its heartfelt sympathy.

CALDWELL, JOSEPH WILLIAM

Roseville Register, Friday, 1-31-1919. Submitted by Kathie Marynik

Obituary—Joseph William Caldwell was born in Ohio March 14, 1847, and departed this life January 27, 1919. At Loomis last Thursday in the presence of friends, his soul departed for his home beyond the vale. He leaves to mourn his death two daughters and two sons in Colorado, Albert E. Caldwell, W. W. Caldwell, Mrs. Jennie Masters, Mrs. Inez Hayslett; Joyce Caldwell of San Diego; H. H. Caldwell of Oakland, now with the YMCA in France; and E. Caldwell of Roseville. Besides his near relatives, he leaves a host of friends who had learned to know him as a man of sterling worth and unblemished character. In his passing, Loomis loses one of its foremost citizens and a fine neighbor.

CARTWRIGHT, HIRAM MESSENGER

Lincoln News-Messenger, Thursday, 5-17-1917. Submitted by Kathie Marynik

Three Times a Pioneer

Hiram Messenger Cartwright was born in Derider Village, Chenango County, NY, November 10, 1831, started with his parents for Iowa at the age of three years, camping on the present site of Chicago when that great city was only a small village, waiting for immigration to cross the Mississippi River, being among the first to cross in 1836. There his father, the Rev. D. G. Cartwright, located a farm near Burlington, Iowa. (Once a Pioneer.) On March 7, 1850, Hiram Cartwright with his two elder brothers, Harrison and Riley, and a neighbor boy, William Loper, started for the gold fields of California with an ox team, crossed the mountains by the way of the Truckee route, arrived safely in Placerville (Hangtown) July 28, 1850. He commenced mining at White Rock Canyon three miles above Placerville. (Twice a Pioneer.) From there he drifted about to other mining camps. In Jackson, Amador County, he met his life-mate, Charlotte Flower, a native of Epping Forest within twelve miles of London, England. They were married in Stockton, California, May 2, 1852, sailing the same month for the gold fields of Australia in the bark Don Juan, being ninety-three days on the voyage. Arriving at Sydney, they remained ten days, and then sailed in the steamer Chusan for Melbourne from which port, leaving wife and goods, he walked one hundred miles to the mines of Bendigo. (Three times a Pioneer.) New Year’s Day, 1858, he with his wife and two sons, Edgar and James, started on their return trip to California, sailing in the bark Glimpse for San Francisco, being sixty-three days on the voyage. Locating his family in the town of Marysville, from whence he discovered mines on Nigger Bar, Bear River, where he soon removed his family. There his eldest daughter Malinda was born. His next move was to the “Wire Bridge” a mile below McCourtney’s Crossing, where his second daughter Charlotte arrived. Later he located to a farm a mile from the mouth of Rock Creek where he lived until 1867. His wife died February 6, 1866, leaving him a baby daughter Kate. Coming to Placer County, he mined and engaged in the sheep business until he bought a farm in Mt. Pleasant in 1874 where he lived until poor health caused him to sell his farm and retire from active life about ten years ago, coming to Lincoln to make his home with his daughter, Mrs. Kate Nelson, where he lived quietly up to the time of his death May 6, 1917, leaving two sisters, Mrs. Kate Johnson of Anacortes, Washington, and Mrs. Jennie Job of Cleveland, Missouri; four children, Edgar Cartwright of Sacramento, Mrs. Malinda Cate of Mt. Pleasant, Mrs. Charlotte Fowler, and Mrs. Kate Nelson of Lincoln; sixteen grandchildren; twenty-two great-grandchildren, all who miss his kindly presence. H. M. Cartwright lived a long, useful, and honorable life, his constant wish being to speak the truth and owe no man a cent. He was an honest man—a charitable man—a good man. He was affectionate always with his dear ones, he loved his friends, and he could call the roll of them extending back through the dawns and sunsets of more than half a century. God rest his high soul. May the sleep that has come to this grand old pioneer be as sweet as it is profound and deepest sympathy to his loved ones.

CIHOWSKI, JOE

PASINETTI, FRANK

LARRARTE, DOMINGO

Newcastle News, Wednesday, 9-26-1917

Three Men Killed in Explosion at Clipper Gap Powder Works Tuesday

An explosion occurred at the Clipper Gap Powder Company’s works at Clipper Gap last Tuesday forenoon. As a result, three men were killed. It happened in the press room, and Joe Cihowski was practically cremated, while Frank Pasinetti and Domingo Larrerte died from their burns. After the explosion, the building collapsed and took fire, and the workmen were unable to rescue the body of Cihowski. Pasinetti and Larrerte were removed but succumbed from their burns in a short time. All the men were single, and although Cihowski and Pasinetti were old-time powder workers, they had been at Clipper Gap but about ten days. Larrarte had been there about a month. Cihowski was a native of Poland, aged 33; Pasinetti, a native of Italy, aged 29; and Larrarte of Spanish descent, a native of California, aged 37. Coroner C. B. Hislop held an inquest Thursday, and as the men were all dead, it could not be ascertained what really caused the accident. Foreman Charles L. Groves testified that he was in the press room three or four minutes before the accident happened. He said everything seemed to be in perfect condition. There was 2800 pounds of black powder in the mill. Nothing but black powder is manufactured. Superintendent H. D. Winters could throw no light on what was the cause of the accident. The jury brought in the following verdict: “That the men came to their death from burns received by an explosion of powder in the press mill at Clipper Gap, California, September 1917; and we further find that said explosion was purely accidental, and that the management of the works are in no way to blame. Signed W. A. Shepard, Arthur Hallborn, L. G. Perkins, W. E. Larson, H. L. Bailey, U. Sarti, A. Cortopassi, L. F. Bradbury, J. C. Campbell, L. H. Joninon, Cornelius Lucy.” The funeral was held Thursday afternoon, Rev. Father Gavin conducting the services. Interment in the IOOF Cemetery, Auburn. The employees of the works attended in a body, and the company paid all expenses.

CLEAVER, J. W.

Lincoln News-Messenger, Wednesday, 8-22-1917

San Accident Near Georgetown

Most pitiable and indeed heart-breaking was the accidental shot which resulted in the death Sunday of J. W. Cleaver, for about five years a resident of this vicinity. Mr. Cleaver and his wife and four children had arranged to start for their former home in Missouri on Monday, but he decided to have a deer hunt on Sunday with the Neilson brothers before his departure. They went into the mountains above Georgetown where the fatal accident occurred. As the coroner’s inquest has not been held, the full particulars cannot be given in this issue. It is stated that a Mr. Burley of Vacaville fired the shot that ended the life of Cleaver. As near as we can learn, the particulars are about as follows: The shooting was entirely accidental, and Cleaver is stated to have absolved his slayer from blame before he died. There were many hunters in the woods fifteen miles above Georgetown Sunday, among them being a number of Auburn people and a party from Lincoln. Cleaver and the Neilson brothers were in the latter party, and the Vacaville man was hunting with them. Burley is stated to have said that he shot at a deer that was between him and Cleaver. Cleaver was out of his sight beyond some brush, and Burley claimed he had no idea that any member of the party had advanced so far. The bullet struck Cleaver in the leg, making an ugly wound. He called for help and was rushed to Georgetown where Dr. W. S. Hickman gave him first aid treatment. He was then hurried to Auburn where a place had been prepared for him in the nursing home. The shock and loss of blood were too much, however, and the long trip by automobile was hard on him in his condition. He passed away soon after being taken to his cot. J. W. Cleaver was well liked by all who knew him. He was a genial, upright, and honest man, a good neighbor, a good man, and a good citizen. He was a native of Missouri and 34 years of age and is survived by wife, four children, a sister Mrs. Stevens who resides hear here, and many other relatives. His untimely death was a great shock to his family and friends. Just at manhood’s meridian, his days filled with sunbeams, his nights with stars, when expectation pointed exultingly to a roseate future that seemed to be awaiting him, when in full health, without one premonition of approaching sorrow, to be stricken in one moment and to pass into silence so suddenly; was a fate which leaves those near and dear to him stunned and inconsolable in their grief. The remains were shipped to his old home in Maysfield, Missouri, Tuesday, and upon their arrival there, funeral services will be held. Mrs. Cleaver and four children departed also. A coroner’s inquest will be held today.

DIAS, JOSEPH

Roseville Register, Friday, 1-31-1919

Joseph Dias, son-in-law of Judge and Mrs. John Gregory of Rocklin, died at his home last Saturday after a short illness with influenza. His death came as a shock to many people at Rocklin as the deceased was well and favorably liked in that community where he had for many years been a resident.

EMERSON, WILLIAM

Roseville Register, Friday, 1-3-1919

William Emerson Dies from Fall

William Emerson, well known in this city as a former railroad man, died at Sacramento Saturday night, as the result of a fall from a truck. Emerson, since losing both of his legs in a railroad accident at Lincoln about two years ago, has been engaged in the auto trucking business in Sacramento. Emerson with A. H. Flint, his driver, was returning from a job in Yolo County and was near the long S. P. bridge. While the machine was traveling slowly, it jolted in a rut in the road, throwing Emerson out of the truck. He fell on his head, breaking the skull, from the effects of which he died at the emergency hospital to which place he was immediately taken for relief. Emerson was about 40 years old and a native of Alabama. The funeral was held from the parlors of Arthur Fenton, Sacramento.

ESCO, CHARLES

Roseville Register, Thursday, 10-16-1919

Despondent Man Takes own Life

Chas Esco, late of Leadville, Colorado, walked into the lavatory of the Barker Hotel last night, placed a 41-calibre pistol in his mouth, and fired, causing instant death. Esco had come from his home in Colorado to Loomis, this state, to seek relief from tuberculosis, and learning that the dread disease had a strong hold on him, grew despondent and ended his life. He was about 40 years old and carried on his person bank paper to the value of $3,600. A brother and sister residing the other side of Rocklin came here last night to arrange for the funeral. A coroner’s jury will be called sometime today by Deputy Corner Guy E. West. The remains are at the undertaking parlors of Guy E. West.

GRANT, JAMES A.

Roseville Register, Thursday, 1-8-1920

Obituary—James A. Grant of Loomis, who died at the Sister’s Hospital in Sacramento Sunday, was interred from the Rocklin Catholic Church Wednesday morning at 10 o’clock with a Requiem High Mass sung by Father Sears, chaplain of the hospital, an old-time friend of the deceased, to whom he administered the last rites of the church before his demise. The funeral was one of the largest ever held from the Rocklin church. Many warm friends from Roseville, Auburn, and every town in Placer County were present. James A. Grant was a man of broad ideals and was a friend to everyone in distress when the occasion should demand it. He leaves to mourn his passing a wife and two married daughters, Mrs. Love of Rocklin and Mrs. Agnes Perry of Roseville. Father McNaboe gave the sermon and paid a glowing tribute to the excellent qualities and noble traits of character which were always exemplified in his long career in Placer County.

HARMON, SOPRONIA nee ROSETTER

Roseville Register, Thursday, 1-1-1920

Obituary—Mrs. Sopronia Harmon was born in Indiana in 1855 and passed to her eternal home in Roseville, December 26, 1919, at the age of 64 years, 5 months and 29 days. Her girlhood days were spent in her native state where she acquired her education and grew to young womanhood. She later moved with her parents to Michigan where she was united in marriage with Alonzo Harmon. To them three children were born, two having preceded her to the great beyond. Early in their married life, this devoted couple came to California, settling in Vacaville which was their home until nine years ago when she was bereft of her companion. Since then, she had made her home for the most part here with her daughter, whose tender ministrations and constant companionship were of unfailing comfort throughout the past two years of confinement and five years of poor health. She was of a sunny nature and loved the association of people, while her friends were always enriched by her presence. Her thrift and industry were assets observed by all, while her love of good reading made her an example of culture and refinement toward which others were induced to aspire. In all of her busy life, she found time to cultivate to a marked degree those Christian graces cherished by every great soul. So deeply were these rooted that when overtaken with failing health, she confidentially looked to the “Giver of every good and perfect gift” in whom she found the peace that passes all understanding. To do His will was her supreme ambition, and as she realized the end was approaching, she was fully resigned and longed for her release from this tenement of clay as she beheld the mansion prepared on high. Of the nine brothers and sisters, she was the fifth to answer her Master’s summons, there remaining one brother, William Rosetter of Roseville, Asher and Lorenze, and sister, Mrs. Lovisa Sheldon, all of Michigan. She also leaves to bless her sainted memory one daughter, Mrs. Fred Calligan of Roseville, and one grandchild, Irma. In her passing, a loving mother, a devout Christian, and esteemed citizen will be greatly missed. Her battles over, the victory won, she rests from life’s toil in the safe keeping of her Lord and Master. The funeral services were held Sunday afternoon from the West Parlors, Rev. Thomas E. Mee preached the sermon, and the attendance was large while the floral offerings were many and beautiful.

HAWK, JOHN

Lincoln News-Messenger, Wednesday, 8-22-1917

Civil War Veteran Passes On

Following a paralytic stroke some time ago which made him an invalid, John Hawk died at his home in Mt. Vernon on August 18. Funeral services were held in Lincoln on Monday under the auspices of Valley Lodge, No. 107, IOOF, of which the deceased was an old member. John Hawk was born in Pennsylvania and was 74 years, 3 months and 19 days old. He served all through the Civil War and had an enviable record for services rendered in defense of the Union. He came to Placer County in 1875 and had made his home here ever since. He served with great credit to himself as a member of the Board of Supervisors of Placer County, and was a man who always identified himself with any enterprise or movement for the advancement and improvement of the county and community in which he lived. John Hawk was honest and true, a good citizen in every sense of the word, a most indulgent husband and father, a kindly, genial, industrious, and faithful man with hosts of friends and no enemies of whom we ever heard. During his long illness he was calm and resigned, and the wave that bore him away was “as the tide that moving seems asleep—no moaning on the bar”—may that rest be complete. Deceased is survived by his wife; one daughter, Mrs. George D. Williamson of Lincoln; and one son, Earl Hawk. Another son died a few years ago.

HENNY, PHILLIP

Newcastle News, Wednesday, 12-4-1918

Phillip Henny, Nephew of John Henny, Fatally Shot by Playmate at Auburn

Phillip Henny, young son of Mr. and Mrs. Chris Henny of this city, was accidentally shot by a playmate, Sidney Watts, Saturday forenoon and died of the injury and consequent operation Monday. The shot took effect in his leg, tearing out a portion of the bone, and it was necessary to amputate the leg near the body. The loss of blood and the shock proved too much for even the robust boy, and he passed away in spite of all that could be done for him. The two boys were on a hunting trip at the edge of town, and the Watts boy brought his shotgun around to fire at a bird. It was exploded accidentally just as it pointed at his companion. The Henny boy took the matter bravely, but it was half an hour after the shooting that he was placed in the county hospital where it was expected Dr. J. Gordon Mackay could most quickly be located, and the doctors began working on him. Withal, he kept his nerve remarkably well, and when his father, summoned from Towle, arrived, he proudly told of how brave he had been. The father made one of the fastest journeys between Towle and Auburn that has ever been made over that highway. The funeral of the boy was held today, and a great load of flowers was sent to the home of his parents by the many friends of the deceased and of the family. The desk of the lad in the eighth grade room of the Auburn Grammar School has been decorated with flowers this week by his playmates. Phillip was a promising youngster, a very matter-of-fact boy, and was well liked by his elders as well as by his playmates. He was 13 years and 5 months of age and a native of this community.

HOOPER, ISABELLE

Roseville Register, Thursday, 10-9-1919

Mrs. Isabelle Hooper Dies Suddenly at Home – President of Native Daughters Dies after Short Illness – Had been at Lodge Night Previous – Was Well and Favorably Known

Mrs. Isabelle Hooper, wife of J. H. Hooper and mother of one son, died suddenly Thursday after an illness of less than a day. Mrs. Hooper had attended a session of the lodge of the Native Daughters Wednesday evening (last week) and had been installed as President of the lodge for a second term. She seemed then to be in the best of health and in a happy mood. She passed away at 2:00 AM on Friday. The funeral services were held Saturday at 2:30 PM, and the beautiful ritualistic ceremony of La Rosa Parlor No. 191, Native Daughters of the Golden West, was held. The Auxiliary to the Order of Railway Conductors also held the very splendid ritualistic ceremony of that order, and Rev. W. W. Smith of the First Baptist Church officiated for the church in which she had given her faith to God and to which she had devoted much time and energy. The remains were taken to Grass Valley, her former home, where they were interred Sunday in the presence of relatives and friends. She leaves to mourn her death a devoted husband and a son, and a large circle of friends who had learned to love her for her beautiful character, her even-tempered manners, and kindly disposition.

HULL, FRANKLIN L.

Roseville Register, Friday, 3-14-1919

Obituary—Franklin L. Hull was born in Jacksonville, Oregon, in 1864, and passed from this life at Rocklin, California, March 9, 1919, being 55 years of age. When but a year old, he accompanied his parents to California, settling in Mendocino County where they remained some twelve years, when they went to Sacramento County where they lived eight years. There he grew to manhood and was united in marriage with Miss Lilley Hoxey. To them one daughter was born. Shortly after their marriage, they came to Placer County where he engaged in mining which was always his fascinating occupation. His work took him to various sections of the county which tended to increase his acquaintances. He had the faculty of making and retaining friends wherever he went. He was one in a family of seven children, three of whom had preceded him to the great beyond. He was energetic and often went beyond his strength. Until a year ago, his health was unimpaired. The past two months brought much suffering which he patiently endured, his desire ever being to help others rather than be of any care. He leaves to mourn his loss one brother, Amos Hull of Rocklin, and two sisters, Mrs. Emily Tretheway of Sacramento and Mrs. Alice Chisdale of Rocklin, besides a grief-stricken daughter, Mrs. Hattie Hunters of Antelope, and four grandchildren.

JOHNSON, JOHN

Roseville Register, Thursday, 10-22-1919

Advise Inquiry into Fire Fatality – Coroner’s Jury Recommends that Officials Investigate Fatal Fire at Allens – Man Burned to Death may have been Murdered

Recommendation that the District Attorney and Sheriff make further investigation as to the cause of the death of John Johnson, who was burned to death in a cabin in Allens on October 6, was made by the Coroner’s Jury in the case. John Johnson and his brother, Charles Johnson, were occupying a cabin on the Joe Rogers ranch at Allens, four miles from Loomis, on Sunday, October 5. The cabin was destroyed by fire about 4 o’clock on Monday morning, October 6. Charles Johnson was badly burned and has been confined to the county hospital ever since. The body of John Johnson was burned beyond recognition. At the Coroner’s inquest held October 15 by Coroner C. B. Hislop, Chas Johnson testified that the two had been to Folsom during the day and had some beer. They went to bed about 10 o’clock and were awakened about 4 PM by the cabin being on fire. He escaped but his brother was evidently caught in the flames. He denied that the two had a quarrel. On the other hand, Nat Pruet and Charles Henderson testified that they heard the brothers quarreling during the night, and that early in the evening they knocked a bunch of matches on the floor which ignited, and the flames had to be extinguished. After that, they saw no light in the cabin. Charles Johnson could not explain why he, after he had escaped from the cabin, was able to get his horse away from where he was tied near the cabin. It is believed by the jury and officials that the two men were drunk, and that they may have quarreled, and also that the surviving brother was so drunk that h really did not know just what did happen. Both men came from Fair Oaks, Sacramento County, to pick grapes on the Rodgers’ ranch. The officers have made no further report on the case.

JOHNSON, LEROY

Roseville Register, Thursday, 1-15-1920

Blind Boy Dies From Burns

LeRoy Johnson, son of George Washington Johnson, walked into the open fireplace at the family home Tuesday and died as the result of the burns he received. The little boy was blind and when he walked into the fire, probably could not manage to get out. His cries were heard by a passing automobile party, and he was rescued only to die six hours later. The lad’s mother died two years ago, and his father is a well-known local colored resident.

KINNEY, GEORGE D.

Roseville Register, Thursday, 2-26-1920

George Kinney Killed by Train – Aged Ranch Hand Meets Instant Death When Hit by Switch Engine Sunday – Inquest Held by Deputy Coroner

George D. Kinney, aged 72, a carpenter and ranch hand, met instant death Sunday afternoon about 2:30 when he was struck by a Southern Pacific switch engine opposite the S. P. station. Kinney was walking across the tracks and apparently was unaware of the approach of the engine as those who saw the accident expected him momentarily to take a quick step and clear himself of the danger. It now seems apparent that Kinney did not hear the approach of the engine or else believed it to be approaching on another track. Death was instantaneous as the limbs were severed from the body, and the body badly mangled. Identification was through a card found in his pocket. Kinney was formerly employed as a carpenter and plumber by the S. P. Company but of late had been doing ranch work. An inquest was held yesterday by Deputy Coroner Guy E. West, and the verdict of the jury was that the man met death accidentally. Kinney had been a resident of Roseville for many years and was well known to all of the old-time citizens, who all speak very highly of him. He was a native of Burlington, Vermont, but had been in the west since the fifties.

MacFARLAND, IAN

Roseville Register, Thursday, 2-5-1920

Obituary—Ian MacFarland died at the S. P. hospital last week, and the funeral was held in San Francisco Monday afternoon from the Episcopal Church of which his father is the pastor. He was a splendid young man, and his friends were legion. His was the strength of robust man, full of vigor and ambition; the grim reaper mowed him down almost ruthlessly. He was laid to rest in Cypress Law Cemetery in his native city of San Francisco. The funeral was large attended, among those going from Roseville were: Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Brown, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Walthers, Mr. and Mrs. R. F. Wheeler, Mr. and Mrs. James Otrell, Mr. and Mrs. H. Sandrock, Mr. and Mrs. Ed Waters, Mr. and Mrs. M. P. Irving, Mr. and Mrs. Roy Farnsworth, Messrs. Tom Dyer, Wm. Bohs, C. A. Wiley, C. W. Meffitt, E. Henderson, J. O’Toole, W. Prouty, Myron and Harold Lackey.

MAY, CARRIE ESTHER nee MOURIER

Roseville Register, Thursday, 8-14-1919

Obituary—Mrs. Carrie Esther May was born in Nebraska, August 11, 1876, and passed to her eternal reward at Sacramento, August 1, 1919. When seven years of age, she accompanied her parents to California, living for the most part in Placer County where she formed a large circle of friends. When but a girl, she was deprived of her mother who left a large family in her care. Ten years later, her father was taken. It was not easy for one of such tender years to assume so great responsibilities as were thrust upon her. This task she assumed gladly, being a true mother to the younger children. On August 30, 1896, she was united in marriage with Mr. George M. May. To them, four children were born. In the new-made home, she proved her devotion as in other days. She was a loving wife and mother, while her many traits of a beautiful character were so evident as to leave their abiding impression. Her attachment to her loved ones was in a measure rarely surpassed while her sacrificial life was one of unusual merit. Besides a grief-stricken husband and three daughters, Mrs. Mildred Engvall, Mrs. Edith Leggett, and Lela May, and a son, Oliver May, she leaves many relatives and friends to mourn her death. The funeral services were held at the First Methodist Church, and interment was in IOOF Cemetery.

McGEHEE, ROBERT DAVIS

Roseville Register, Thursday, 7-17-1919

Robert Davis McGehee was born October 4, 1857, in the state of Illinois and passed away July 7 at the age of 61 years. He was married to Narcissus Lampley on December 5, 1878. To this union came four children, Florabelle who died in childhood, C. W. McGehee of Loomis, and Thurman McGehee of Newcastle. His wife survives him. They had been residents of California for the past ten years and during his stay in Placer County had made many close friends who regret his passing away.

McGHEE, CHARLES W.

Roseville Register, Thursday, 10-22-1919

Nursery Man Killed by his Wife – Mrs. Charles W. McGhee, Who Shot and Killed Husband at Loomis, in Jail at Auburn Nearly Collapses – Head of Large Nursery Company Is Victim of Fatal Row – Was About to Cash in on Large Holdings

“I didn’t mean to kill him. I shot to frighten him” said Mrs. Charles W. McGhee to the officers at Auburn when she gave herself up for the shooting of her husband October 18. Following a family quarrel, when the wife alleges her husband taunted her, she drew a revolver from a table drawer, fired two shots, and fled to give herself up with the above admission to the officers that she had fired the fatal shots. McGhee was the owner of a large nursery planted three years ago, and from the sale of trees, he was about to realize a small fortune. He and his wife had parted five months ago, and she had applied for a divorce, and the decree had been entered. A reconciliation took place, as the wife says, upon the promise that McGhee would set aside for the wife $5000. Failure to keep this and other promises resulted in the shooting that resulted in death. A Coroner’s Jury Wednesday returned a verdict to the effect that the deceased came to his death from a gun-shot wound fired by some unknown person. The tragedy took place on the McGhee ranch near Loomis, and after the shooting the wife ran to Loomis to obtain a physician and to inform the officer, giving herself up to Justice of the Peace Randolph.

McRAE, RUSSELL

Roseville Register, Friday, 3-28-1919

Russell M’Rae Passes Away

Russell McRae, son of Mr. and Mrs. A. B. McRae, died at a Sacramento hospital Thursday morning following an attack of pneumonia. The funeral services will be held from the home of Mr. and Mrs. A. B. McRae on Saturday at 2:30 PM, and interment will be in IOOF Cemetery. He leaves to mourn his death a wife; his father and mother, Mrs. and Mrs. A. B. McRae; three brothers, Cecil, Clarence and Lester McRae; and a sister, besides a large number of friends. He was aged 30 years, a bright young man, and the entire community grieves with the relatives in his death.

MORGAN, JESSE ERLE

Roseville Register, Thursday, 2-5-1920

Jesse Morgan Answers Call

Word was received here this morning that Jesse Morgan had passed away at the Weimer Sanatorium during the night. He had been a sufferer from tuberculosis for over five years and had been confined to bed for more than four years. He is the son of Mrs. E. H. Morgan and leaves several sisters to mourn his death. He was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles, and the funeral will be conducted by that organization. In his passing, a splendid young man has gone to his eternal rest, and a large number of relatives and friends will mourn his passing.

Roseville Register, Thursday, 2-12-1920

Obituary—Jesse Erle Morgan died February 5 at the home of his mother, Mrs. E. H. Morgan. He was a native of El Dorado County and had been ill for the past five years, four of which he was compelled because of his ailment to spend in bed. He was born at Greenwood, El Dorado County, March 20, 1888, and was 31 years of age at the time of his death. Followed by relatives and a large number of friends, he was tenderly laid to rest in IOOF Cemetery Sunday afternoon. Rev. Thomas E. Mee preached the sermon at West’s Parlors, and the services at the grave were according to the ritual of the Fraternal Order of Eagles, of which fraternity he was a member and the members of which held him in high esteem. He leaves to mourn his departure for the world of hope and love a devoted mother, Mrs. E. H. Morgan; one brother, D. W. Fairchild; three sisters, Mrs. Minnie Beckwith, Mrs. Hattie Dietrich of this city, and Mrs. Nellie Cooper of Oakland. Patiently bearing his heavy burden, he ever cheered his mother and sisters, and when the Angels of Death appeared, he closed his eyes, fell into a peaceful sleep, and was lovingly gathered in the arms of his Father. Many beautiful floral wreaths and flowers were placed upon the grave by relatives and friends, and he rests beneath a bower of roses.

MURRAY, WILLIAM C.

Roseville Register, Thursday, 4-24-1919

Obituary—After a long and lingering fight with tuberculosis, William C. Murray of Roseville passed away at Auburn, April 16. He was born in Old Jackson, Missouri, March 5, 1880, leaving his native state for Montana in 1901 and going to work for the Great Northern Railroad until the summer of 190_ when he came to Truckee and worked for the S. P. Company. In the spring of 1904 he went to work for the Hobart Estate Company and worked there until the fall of 1905. He lived near Roseville until 1913 when he took up fishing on the Sacramento River. His last fishing was at Rio Vista where the dread disease took him. He came to Roseville in May of 1918 and did all in his power to stay the ravages of the disease, but in vain. He leaves to mourn his loss a wife Maude Murray and six children, namely Annie, Iva, Aaron, Rose, Gertrude, and William, Jr. A mother, Mrs. U. S. Diskey of St. Louis, Missouri, and a brother Monroe Murray and two half-sisters, Mrs. Pearl Burnley and Mrs. Lillian Burnly, all of St. Louis also survives him. He was the son-in-law of Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Hines of Antelope and a brother-in-law to Mrs. William Walton, Mrs. Elvin Leggett, Mrs. Charlotte Morey and Ivan and Albert Hines of Roseville, Mrs. Jack Gunter and Josie Hines of Gonzales and Chester Hines of Martinez. The funeral services were held Friday, April 18, and interment was in the Hines plot. Sacramento and St. Louis papers please copy.

PARRY, AILEEN

Roseville Register, Friday, 1-24-1919

Lincoln Woman Dies

Miss Aileen Parry passed away suddenly at San Francisco yesterday. She was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. William Parry of Lincoln, who formerly conducted the hotel. She was a native of Michigan and leaves two sisters at Sacramento to mourn her death.

PIERCE, MARIE

Roseville Register, Friday, 1-17-1919

Obituary—Marie Pierce was born in Fillmore County, Minnesota, in 1872, and passed from this life in this city, January 7, 1919, at the age of 47 years, 9 months and 13 days. She grew to young womanhood and was united in marriage with Mr. Rufus O. Pierce. To them were born two children who survive, a daughter, Mrs. Pearl Houser of Fair Oaks, and a son, Clifford R. Pierce of Roseville; also two grandchildren, Delmer and Dorothy Houser. She also leaves to mourn her loss a bereaved husband whose constant ministrations were a source of unfailing comfort; besides four sisters, three of whom reside in Minnesota and one in Canada. For the past ten years, she had resided in this city, coming here from her native state in pursuit of health. While she was benefited by the new change, she never enjoyed the best of health; and at times was a great sufferer. Amid all her afflictions, she possessed patience worthy of one of her frail health. She was resigned to the will of Him who regards the sparrow and who clothes the lily. In her departure, an aching void will be felt in the hearts of her beloved ones which may best be expressed by the following lines penned by her companion: “In the long dull years I’m facing, companionless and alone; My heart goes out in longing, For peace and love of home; The home beyond all sorrow, Where all is joy and truth, And I may join in faith and hope: The loved one of my youth.”

PROVINCE, JOSEPH HENRY

Roseville Register, Thursday, 8-28-1919

Meets Death as When Trains Pass

Joseph Henry Province was killed in the local yards Sunday morning when he was caught between two trains. Province, together with a chum, was “beating” his way south, and according to the evidence at the Coroner’s inquest held Sunday afternoon, they were attempting to catch a ride on an outgoing freight train, and while so doing, an approaching passenger train on another track attracted their attention. The trains were on adjoining tracks, and Province turned to see how his chum was getting along when he was struck on the head or shoulder by the passenger train, throwing him against the cars and dragging him along, causing fatal injuries. The body was shipped to his parents’ home at Lowell, Ohio. The chum is in town, heart-broken over the accident, as he says the two had been chums for six years and were like brothers.

RAU, BESSIE M. nee BALL

Roseville Register, Friday, 1-24-1919

Obituary—Mrs. Bessie M. Rau was born in Custer County, Nebraska, April 4, 1890, and departed this life in this city January 17, 1919, at the age of 29 years, 9 months and 12 days. She was united in marriage to Mr. William Rau at Las Vegas, Nevada, December 24, 1914. Besides the grief-stricken husband, she leaves a loving father, M. S. Bell of Colorado, and a brother, P. W. Ball of Nevada, along with many relatives and friends to mourn her death at an age when hope of a happy future held all its promises before her. The funeral services were held at her late home Saturday afternoon at 2:30, Rev. Thomas H. Mee of the First Methodist Church officiating, and the remains were tenderly laid to rest in IOOF Cemetery. To the grief-stricken husband, the sincerest heartfelt sympathy goes forth from every person who knew the splendid woman.

RENZ, JOHN

Roseville Register, Friday, 1-31-1919

John Renz, an Old Pioneer Passes

John Renz was born in Germany in 1842 and passed from this life at Roseville, January 25, 1919, having reached the age of 77 years. The first 27 years of his life were spent in the land of his birth which he left in 1869, coming to America where he had since lived. For a short time he resided in Michigan and then came to California. In 1876 he was united in marriage with Mary E. Robb at Woodland. Shortly after, this young couple went to Tulare where they lived for some 30 years. About 10 years ago, they came to Roseville which had since been his home. His chief occupation had been farming. He was energetic and for one of his years, did considerable work even up to the time of his sudden departure. For the past few years, he had not enjoyed the best of health but was loath to complain. He was a man of few words but made many friends who always appreciated his cordial greeting. He was one in a family of eight children, two brothers and five sisters of whom there is but one surviving, Christian Renz of Michigan. Besides his faithful companion for more than two score years, he leaves three sons, George and Fred of Roseville and Louis of Imperial, California, and two daughters, Mrs. Alice Dice of Santa Ana and Mrs. Barbara Slayton of Tulare.

ROBERTS, STEPHEN DUNSMUIR

Roseville Register, Friday, 1-31-1919

Obituary—Stephen Dunsmuir Roberts, son of Charles A. and Julia Roberts, was born March 1, 1888, at Dunsmuir, California, and died at Colfax Sunday, January 26 at 11:30 AM, aged 31 years. When he was six years old, his parents removed from Dunsmuir to the city of Rocklin. It was here that he was reared and where he began to attend the public school. At Rocklin and later in Roseville he received his machinist training, which trade he followed until his death. He was a resident of Roseville for about five years. For the last three years, he resided at Colfax where he was assistant foreman of the locomotive department. In 1911 he was united in marriage to Nellie Howard of Loomis. This marriage was a very happy one. To the sorrowing wife, our love goes out in this her hour of sorrow. Besides his loving wife, he is survived by three children, Charles Howard, age six; Dorothy Mabel, age two; and Stephen Earle, age seven days. Also loved and mourned by his mother, Julia E. Roberts, to whom he was a great source of comfort and help when help was needed; his sisters, Mrs. Mabel Connelly, Mrs. Nellie Keene, and Miss Sarah Roberts of Roseville; and a brother, William J. Roberts of Palo Alto. He was also a brother of the late Charles A. Roberts who passed to the beyond in 1912. All who knew him admired and loved him for himself. Besides his immediate relatives, he leaves a host of sorrowing friends.

ROTH, CHARLES FRANKLIN

Lincoln News-Messenger, Thursday, 6-28-1917

Death of a Pioneer Californian

Charles Franklin Roth, a retired pioneer farmer of Verona, Sutter County, died at the family home in Lincoln, Sunday, June 24, 1917, where he had lived for about two years past. He was a native of Ohio and 65 years of age and is survived by a wife and four children, Mrs. Albert Linggi of Verona, Mrs. Ralph McKinstry of Auburn, and Charles G. and Gustav Wessing Roth of Lincoln, and three grandchildren. Charles Franklin Roth crossed the Isthmus of Panama with his parents when an infant. The family located first at Freemont, then the county seat of Yolo County, in 1852, where his father was engaged in the mercantile business and also had charge of the ferry at the confluence of the Sacramento and Feather rivers opposite the present site of Vernon, Sutter County. Later the family removed to Sonoma County where his father engaged in the dairy business on an extensive scale. Later returning to Vernon, Sutter County, now known as Verona post office, the subject of this article was busily occupied with his parents in conducting a general store, hotel, and the local post office, the raising of hops on a large scale, and in attending to the ferry across the Sacramento River, then very busy times on account of the extensive business carried on between San Francisco and the lively mining districts above Marysville. The elder Roth died in 1883, after which his son Charles F., the subject of this sketch, became active in the farming and stock-raising business, especially in the latter in which he was eminently successful. On July 3, 1889, Mr. Roth was married to Ida L. Byer, who was born in Nevada County, and in the loss of her devoted husband, she has the sincere sympathy of hosts of friends. Mr. Roth was successful in his business ventures and was always regarded as one of the most enterprising and progressive men of Sutter County. He had been in poor health for a long time and unable to actively attend to his extensive farming and stock-raising interests. By nature Mr. Roth was of a retiring nature, never seeking recognition in public office but always responsive to his duties as a loyal citizen. Sober in demeanor, strict in business affairs, sometimes called austere and stern, yet everyone understood at all times exactly where Mr. Roth stood on all questions affecting national, state, and local affairs. In politics he was a strong Democrat. Mr. Roth’s death marks the passing of another of the few old-time Californians whose sturdy efforts have placed this grand state where it stands today. It would be well if the younger generation would profit by the example set by the sturdy pioneers represented by Mr. Roth, Truly may it be said no one knew him in vain—for he was a true friend, a faithful neighbor, a husband and father whose thoughts were all for his family and community—such was Mr. Roth—and such men are not met everyday. The remains were taken to Sacramento where services were held after which the remains were cremated.

SANTINI, PETE

Roseville Register, Friday, 1-17-1919

Pete Santini Victim of the Spanish Influenza

Pete Santini, well-known young man of this city, died at a Sacramento hospital Tuesday, a victim of the mysterious Spanish influenza. He was taken sick last week, and the illness developed into pneumonia, resulting in death. The funeral will be held this afternoon, and interment will be made in the IOOF Cemetery. He was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles and a prominent member of several other orders. He leaves many relatives to mourn his death, and a host of friends will mourn his passing. He was a young man of splendid habits, a good citizen, having disposed of his business interest early in the last year so as to be able to at once answer the call of his country when it should come. He had of late been engaged as a salesman of beans and other farm products and was building up a nice business.

SCHELLHOUS, ERWIN J.

Roseville Register, Thursday, 12-4-1919

Obituary—Erwin J. Schellhous, who passed away last week, was a native son of Placer County and aged 29 years at his death. He leaves to mourn his untimely death his beloved wife Mrs. Hazel Cushman Schellhous, a son, his father John M. Schellhous, and a large circle of relatives and friends. He was a splendid young man of good habits and of a happy disposition which had endeared him to a wide circle of friends. A year ago, he contracted the every-present white plague, tuberculosis, and although he and his friends did all that medical science could to stay the death-dealing progress of the disease, he finally fell victim to its onslaught when yet in the prime of youth and with prospects of a bright future. The funeral services were held at the Presbyterian Church, and the services at the grave were under the auspices of the Fraternal Order of Eagles, of which he was an honored member. The remains were laid to rest in IOOF Cemetery in the presence of mourning relatives and many friends. The Register extends to the bereaved wife and father the heartfelt sympathy of the community and the membership of an order which will ever mourn his departure.

SCROGGS, CHESTER

Roseville Register, Thursday, 1-29-1920

Death Claims Famous Game Warden at Loomis

Chester Scroggs, famous state game warden, died at Loomis this morning, a victim of the influenza. He leaves to mourn his passing a wife and small daughter, and it is reported that the daughter is very ill with the influenza. The funeral will be held Sunday at Loomis.

TANNER, REBECCA nee CORYELL

Roseville Register, Friday, 1-31-1919

Obituary—Mrs. Rebecca Tanner died January 31 at 7:15 AM. She was born March 1, 1849, in Clark County, Illinois. On January 11, 1868, she was united in marriage of Mr. John Tanner at Indianola, Iowa, residing in that state until March 1884 when they moved to Wells, Nevada, where they resided until March 1910, moving to Roseville which has since been their home. She leaves to mourn her death her husband, John Tanner, and six daughters, Mrs. K. I. Watson, Mrs. J. Albrech, Mrs. H. Williams and Mrs. Jessie Crandall of Roseville, Mrs. E. E. Brodigh of Wells, Nevada, and Mrs. Florence Rogers of Berkeley; four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; two brothers and one sister, H. H. Coryell of Wells, Nevada, Star Coryell of Indianola, Iowa, and Mrs. Ruth Chamberlain of Washington. Two sons preceded her in death, one at infancy and the other, Ben Tanner, February 12, 1911, at Roseville. Besides a large number of friends who sorrow in her passing. The funeral will be held tomorrow.

UMPHREY, RUTH

Roseville Register, Thursday, 5-15-1919

Baby Ruth Umphrey—Six years ago, the 23^rd of last October, Ruth came to brighten the home and gladden the hearts of her devoted parents, Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Umphrey. In very early childhood she suffered an illness which brought her more closely under the tender care and attentions of loved ones. She was gaining in strength and gave every promise of perfect health until early in February, she suffered a severe attack of the dreaded influenza, which so weakened her constitution as to render her unable to overcome her ailments. She most patiently bore her heavy burden with cheerfulness to the end. She was naturally lovable and endeared herself to all those who knew her. She took much interest in the Sunday school and loved the children’s songs which afforded her so much comfort when the days were dark and the nights were long. Conscious until the very last, she breathed her life away as an evening prayer. In the cloud which has cast its unwelcome shadow across the tranquil path of life and rested heavily upon a happy home, we can only say our Heavenly Father knows. He who looks far down the widening road of life knows what is best for us, as well as her whom he has taken to be with Himself for evermore. The funeral services were held in the First Methodist Church Friday afternoon, and the following day the sorrowing parents, with her brother Clifford and sister Elizabeth, accompanied the remains to Alabama, their former home and the final resting place.

WHITE, GEORGE

Roseville Register, Thursday, 1-15-1920

Man Found Dead

George White, an old man, was found dead in an alley Wednesday night. Deputy Coroner Guy E. West was called to take charge of the body, and a coroner’s jury brought in a verdict that the old man had died from exposure and lack of nourishment. Nothing is known of the old man except that he followed the occupation of sheep-herding.