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Eldridge Wm SAIN
Mariposa Gazette, April 30, 1926
(submitted by Tom Hilk)
Eldridge Wm. Sain Is Called by Death
Mt. Bullion and the surrounding country was cast into sorrow on Monday morning, April 26th, when word was telephoned to relatives that Eldridge William Sain had passed away that morning at the home of his mother in Oakland, after a week's illness from pneumonia.
Eldridge and his mother had been in Oakland during the past year, where they have many relatives and where the young man had been in high school, working some before and after school hours. He was stricken by the dreaded pneumonia just one week prior to his death. Eldridge, who was just on the verge of manhood, was born at Mt. Bullion on March 5th, 1909, and was at the time of his death aged 17years, 1 month, 21 days. His father, William Sain, who was one of the best-known and well-liked miners at Mt. Bullion for many years, was killed in an accident at the Princeton when Eldridge was an infant. Eldridge was one of the best of boys and he was very ambitious to make a success in the world. He was kind hearted and generous with his playmates and never overlooked doing a little act of kindness when he had an opportunity. Besides his mother he is survived by many relatives, including three uncles, Charles, John and Louis Marre, all of Mt. Bullion. Funeral services were held at the I. O. O. F. cemetery at 2:30 o'clock, Wednesday, April 28th.
JAMES SAMPSON
TUESDAY, 17 NOV 1863, Stockton Daily Independent
DIED – in Princeton, Nov. 8th, of typhoid fever, James SAMPSON, aged 24 years.
SANCHEZ, Abraham
Fresno Bee Republican, March 7, 1953
Funeral Is Set for Abraham Sanchez, 78, Hornitos Area Miner Merced, Merced Co- Funeral services will be held Monday at 9:30 am in
the Sacred Heart Church for Abraham Julian Sanchez 78 of Hornitos who died Thursday in a Mariposa hospital after a long illness. Burial will be in the Calvary Cemetery.
The rosary will be recited tomorrow night at 7:30 o'clock in the Solis and Seavy Colonial Chapel.
Sanchez was a native of San Juan and was a miner in the Hornitos area for 57 years.
He is survived by his widow, Jeanette; four daughters, Mrs. Susan Rodriguez, Stockton; Mrs. Dolores Giansetto, Angels Camp; Mrs. Margaret Jaich, San Andreas, and Mrs. Della Holthaus, Merced; seven sons, Abraham Sanchez, Jr., Stockton; Lee Sanchez, Hornitos; Greg Sanchez, White Pines; Martin Sanchez, San Francisco; Julian Sanchez, Angles Camp; First Lieutenant William Sanchez, Fort Sill Okla., and Gilbert Sanchez, Westwood; and two brothers, Frank and Greg C Sanchez, Merced. transcribed by cferoben
ABRAHAM SANCHEZ
DIES THURSDAY
Abraham Sanchez, 78, of Hornitos died Thursday morning at the Fremont hospital in Mariposa.
Sanchez is survived by seven sons and daughters; Abraham Sanchez of Stockton, Gilbert Sanchez, Eckern of Westwood, William Sanchez of Virginia, Julian Sanchez of Angels Camp, Martin Sanchez of San Francisco, Gregg Sanchez of Angels Camp and Lee Sanchez, Hornitos; Mrs. Della Holthaus, of Merced, Mrs. Margaret Jaich, San Andreas; Lola Geansetto, Angels Camp, and Chona Rodriguez, Stockton; and a brother, Frank Sanchez of Merced.
Mariposa Gazette, March 12, 1953
SERVICES HELD FOR
ABRAHAM SANCHEZ
Recitation of the Rosary was held at the Solis and Seavy Colonial Chapel
on Sunday evening and funeral services were conducted Monday, March 9,
for Abraham J. Sanchez, who died at his Hornitos home. Burial followed
in the Calvary cemetery, Merced.
The deceased was born in San Juan in March, 1874. He had lived in
Hornitos area for 57 years, where he was a miner and rancher.
Surviving are: Four daughters, Mrs. Della Holthaus, Merced; Mrs. Dolores
Giansetto, Angels Camp; and Mrs. Margaret Jaich, San Andreas; seven
sons, Abe Sanchez, Jr., Stockton; Lee Sanchez, Hornitos; Greg Sanchez,
White Pines; Martin Sanchez, San Francisco; Julian Sanchez, Angels Camp;
1st Lieut. William Sanchez, Ft. Sill, Okla.; and Gilbert Sanchez,
Westwood; two brothers, Frank and Greg. C. Sanchez, both of Merced.
Also surviving are 23 grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. submitted by Tom Hilk
Mariposa Gazette, March 18, 1976
Gregorio Sanchez
Gregorio C. (Greg) Sanchez, who was five years old when his family settled in Hornitos 94 years ago, died March 10 in a Merced hospital, just 16 days before his 100th birthday.
A native of San Juan Bautista, Mr. San chez lived in Hornitos until 1918, when he moved to Merced. His retirement 20 years ago at the age of 80, ended a career that had included a variety of occupations from barber to sheep shearer and saloon keeper to dry cleaner.
Rosary was recited Friday in the Mission Chapel, Merced. A Requiem Mass was celebrated Saturday morning and burial followed in the Calvary Cemetery.
Shortly after his birth in 1876 in San Juan Bautista, Mr. Sanchez' father discovered oil in the spring which watered the sheep and cattle
on the large family ranch in the Alacade Hills. It took him five years to dispose of the ranch, sell the cattle at $8 per head, and find a new
homestead in the Hornitos area.
His parents had to ford the swollen waters of the San Joaquin River on horseback to move the rest of the cattle to the homestead, five miles north of Hornitos. At that time the town boasted a population of 15,000.
At the age of 12 Mr. Sanchez went to work as a gardener for 50 cents a day. Later he operated the Buena Vista saloon and barbershop, and still later - as he showed the scars of a knife wound inflicted by a bandit - he recalled that being a saloon keeper in those times was dangerous.
A Portuguese emigrant, Anna Pariada, became his bride in 1908. The ceremony was performed at Our Lady of Mercy Church in Merced, but six of the Sanchez children were born in Hornitos, where the couple made their home until 1918.
After moving to Merced Mr. Sanchez was employed as a sheep sherer with Crocker-Huffman Land and Water Company, and was also employed by other companies in the area. He worked for the city of Merced for 10 years and when he retired, at the age of 80, was employed by a Merced dry cleaning firm.
He spent much of the time since his retirement with his five surviving children, 15 grandchildren, 38 great-grandchildren and two
great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife in 1927.
Mr. Sanchez was the senior member of five generations of native Californians. His parents, Francisco and Delores Sanchez, were of
Spanish ancestry. His father was born in Albuquerque, N.M. in 1838 and his mother was born at sea during her parent's voyage to the United States from Madrid. Spain. Sanchez' father was 10 years old in 1848 when his parents moved from New Mexico to the ranch in the Alcalde Hill, 18 miles from Coalinga.
Reminiscing recently about his life, Mr. Sanchez recalled some of the things he had watched which are now part of California's colorful
history - the Chinese building the rock walls in the Mother Lode area, the 20-mule team freight wagons rolling through Merced, and the closings of the gold mines and saloons by the government, which literally closed the town of Hornitos.
Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Ann Gutierrez, Mrs. Isabel Burnett, and Mrs. Carmel Mineni, all of Merced; and two sons, Gregorio Jr. of Altaville, and Manuel of Hornitos. submitted by Tom Hilk
Modesto Bee, Friday, March 12, 1976
DEATH CANCELS PLANS FOR 100th BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION
Merced- Gregorio C Sanchez was so excited about his family's plans to help him celebrate his 100th birthday on March 28 that he stayed indoors to make sure he would be well for the event.He did no want to disappoint the invited 300 birthday guests, among them
Sen. B. F. Sisk and Assemblyman Kenneth Maddie.And, he wanted especially to hear about plans to honor him with a
resolution in the State Legislature.
On Wednesday, his family quietly set aside all plans for the party, which they had hoped would be among the happiest days of his life.
Sanchez, overcome by a sudden illness, died that day in a Merced hospital.The rosary will be recited at 8:pm o'clock tonight in the Ivers & Alcorn Mission Chapel in Merced.
Mass will be celebrated at 10:am tomorrow in the chapel, with the burial
in Calvary Cemetery.
Sanchez leaves three daughters, Mrs. Carmel Minei, Mrs. Isabel Burnett and Mrs. Ann Gutierrez, all of Merced, and two sons, Manuel of Hornitos and Gregorio Sanchez Jr. of Altaville.Sanchez, son of Francisco and Delores Sanchez, lived in Hornitos until
1918, when the family moved to Merced.Sanchez' father and his father's parent moved from New Mexico to a ranch
near Coalinga in 1848, where the grandfather raised cattle and sheep.Their home was burned by Joaquin Murietta, who also slaughtered the family's cattle during a raid.
Sanchez' parents moved north and Sanchez grew up on the family homestead seven miles north of Hornitos.
During his stay in Hornitos, Sanchez recalled watching Chinese building the rock fences, some of which still stand.
Sanchez moved his family to Merced in 1918, when, he recently recalled, ornitos had ceased to be a growing town because the government had closed the saloon and mine. transcribed by cferoben
Aurelia T. SANDERS
March 4, 1882 Mariposa Gazette
(submitted by William Disbro)
Death of Mrs. Aureliia T. SANDERS.
The sad news of the death of our highly esteemed and venerable friend, who, through marriage relations we learned to call "Grandma," died at the residence of her son, Benjamin Sylvester SANDERS, in Stockton, February 23d, 1882, at the advanced age of 95 years, 5 months and 23 days. She was born in Kinderhook, Vermont, in 1786. Three years later, 1789, she with her parents emigrated to what was then deemed to be the far west and settled near Auburn, New York, where she grew to womanhood, married, raised a family of children, and ever since lived until she came to California about three years ago to spend the remainder of her days with her son and grand-children who had preceded her. A year or two prior to her departure for California she received a injury occasioned by a fall, which ever afterwards placed her in a helpless condition, except by assistance. Following this sore affliction, and not withstanding she was in comfortable circumstances, and well cared for by her children and grand-children- a portion of whom still remain at and near the old homestead, near Auburn, State of New York- she yearned to be with her youngest son and his two daughters who were living in Stockton, California. With a kind heart and sincere affection, this noble son magnanimously undertook the charge of bringing that aged mother across the continent, to gratify her most ardent wish. With the assistance of one of his daughters, the great risk was undertaken, and the aged mother of 92 was as comfortably as could be expected, safely transported by rail across the continent to the home of her children in Stockton, where she has remained up to the time of her death. The sincere devotion of this son to his aged mother is manifestly one of a most creditable character and worthy of emulation. In taking upon himself the sacred duty he was compelled to relinquish all other business and give his undivided attention and care to his helpless mother, who had to be assisted at every change of position in life. Like guardian angels, he, with his daughters and nephew have unceasingly watched over her from morn' til morn' for the last three years preceding her death, never faltering or neglecting to gratify her in all her childish desires, common to extreme old age. Forty years ago and upwards our association and acquaintance with the SANDERS family began. Although a stripling of a boy at that time, our recollection of events and incidents occurring at that time is as vivid as though it were but yesterday. Wheaton SANDERS was a well to do farmer living near a small town called Fosterville, about five miles west of Auburn, Cayuga county, New York. There were five children, three boys and two girls, viz.: Edgar, Egbert, Sylvester, Adeline and Melvina, all married and have families except Egbert. Edgar was married to a Miss Loretta HOLMES, and Sylvester to Miss Aureilia HALL, both nieces to the writer of this article. Adeline married a Mr. Charles L. WHEATON, a very prominent man at that day, and Melvina to Mr. Myron COWELL, parents of Wm. W. COWELL, now of Stockton. In 1845, about 37 years ago, when we bid farewell to friends and relatives above mentioned- except Will COWELL who was unborn- and launched our frail bark for Texas, we little thought that we would at so late a period of our life be called upon to chronicle the many changes that have taken place in the happy household of the then living SANDERS family and in part our own. The changes brought about by the death are painful to the thought, and can be realized only by reflection and experience, we have but to look back to our own, and weep.
Forty-five years ago we had a father, mother, and eleven brothers and sisters, and today there is but one link of the family circle left to bear testimony of the fact, and against the incomprehensible decrees of fate. Grandma SANDERS was most remarkable for her memory of past events. Her eyesight, although she used spectacles, was excellent. She could read, sew, write, and was well accomplished, and could up up to the time of her last illness, effectually perform either branch that we have named equal to many who have not attained one half her age. She was almost free of the imbecilities or childishness usually accompanying old age; otherwise than deafness, she was very agreeable to converse with. She was sick but two days prior to her death. With the exception of the two sons, Edgar, living in upon the homestead in New York State, and Sylvester, who lives in Stockton, all of the original family we have named has passed away. One more who had experienced near a century of life has gone to the bourne where many who where dear to her in life, and for whom she so long labored and loved, have gone before. But little time will elapse before the few sorrowing ones left behind will join her in the kindred dust and all will be forgotten. The foregoing sketch, briefly written, is only expected to specially interest those of the family therein alluded to.
Mariposa Gazette, August 7, 1875
(submitted by William Disbro)
In Merced, July 22, 1875, Miss Lucy SAIZ, aged 16 years and 9
months.
SAMSON, James
NOVEMBER 14, 1863 Mariposa Free Press
(submitted by W Disbro)
At the residence of Thomas EDWARDS, at Princeton, Nov. 8th, of Typhoid fever, JAMES SAMSON, son of John and Jane SAMSON, a native of the parish of Alogin, County of Cornwall- aged 24 years 7 months and 17 days.
SARGENT, Hank
November 19th, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
(submitted to W. Disbro)
Hank SARGENT, the name he is best known by, whose death is announced in this issue of the Gazette, was and old time resident of this county. He has passed a very checkered career, although harmless to everyone but himself. He was given excessively to the opium habit, which preyed upon his vital systems for many years, and, latterly, he was very much emaciated and demented so much so that he was unfit for manual labor. He was very well educated, and was a great reader, and in his writings he was fond of expressing his subject in the shape of prose and poetry. Poor Hank was very companionable, harmless and in years gone by, would visit about among his friends and acquaintances and spent a few weeks at a time with each, but latterly he has lived quite steadily in the neighborhood of Crook's saw mill a short distance from Grant's Spring in this county. The Big Tree Station (WAWONA as it is now called) is but 6 or 8 miles away from where he has been living. He was in the habit of visiting that place and we presume he was trading there or making his customary calls when he took sick and died. We have not been able to learn any particulars. He is connected with excellent people somewhere in the East, but we presume some one of his most intimate acquaintances here does know and will inform them of his death, or inform us and we will send copies of the Gazette containing the announcement of his demise.
SHIRLEY SARGENT, 77, YOSEMITE HISTORIAN
(Obituary written by the author for the Mariposa Gazette, but published only in part by that newspaper-Carol Lackey submitter).
Shirley Sargent, prolific writer on Yosemite history and a living Yosemite legend, died at age 77 in her home in Mariposa on December 3, 2004. One of the best-known residents of Yosemite National Park, she was also just known as "Shirley," and letters simply addressed to "Shirley, Yosemite National Park" were delivered to her without difficulty.
Sargent was born in Pasadena, CA, July 12, 1927. She grew up a "tomboy", as she liked to remind people, and was very physically active, climbing, jumping, running, riding until at age 13 she came down with the neuromuscular disorder dystonia, which severely crippled her. Despite her disability, she lived a remarkably active and independent life.
>From early childhood she was intensely interested in reading and writing. At age 10 she announced to her parents that she intended to become a writer, "preferably the rich and famous kind." She never became rich, but she did become famous. She ended up publishing more than 200 articles and stories in various magazines and newspapers, as well as more than 30 books. While running a preschool in Pasadena, Sargent began to publish a series of successful novels for teenagers, most of them with Yosemite settings. The best known is probably Yosemite Tomboy. When her father read the book, he told Shirley "This book reminds me of someone I know."
She had fallen in love with Yosemite when her father, an engineer for the Bureau of Public Roads took the family for the summer to Tuolumne Meadows where he had been assigned to work. As an adolescent she knew this was the place to which she had to return to live some day, which she did in the 1960s.
She continued to write teenage novels while living in Foresta, but her interests turned increasingly to Yosemite history and she began to publish in that field. In 1964 she acquired the Flying Spur homestead which originally belonged to Theodore S. Solomons, the subject of her 1989 book Solomons of the Sierra: The Pioneer of the John Muir Trail. Just outside the Park near Foresta, Flying Spur then became the name of the publishing firm she cofounded with printer and historian Hank Johnston, Flying Spur Press. Some of her most successful books published under that imprint have been Pioneers in Petticoats, the story of women pioneers in Yosemite, Galen Clark; Yosemite Guardian, Yosemite's Innkeepers and John Muir in Yosemite. While continuing the partnership with Johnston, Sargent established a second firm, Ponderosa Press, which issued such quality publications as her Protecting Paradise: Yosemite Rangers 1898-1960. Her interest in local history extended outward from Yosemite and included her books Mariposa Memories and Mariposa County Guidebook.
She reached people not only through her books, but through seminars and extension courses on Yosemite history, leading people to the actual sites she had written about.
While Sargent was extremely productive, hard-working, intensely focused on her work, she was no workaholic. She knew how to have a good time. She threw parties and barbecues and invited her scores of friends. She motored or pedaled around Yosemite, Foresta and Mariposa on a variety of vehicles, backpacked to the High Sierra Camps on a mule, or just lazed on a inner tube in the Merced River. In 1977 she participated in the Christmas Bracebridge Dinner at the Ahwahnee as the Squire's Wife. She went on trips around the United States and thrilled at the natural and historical sites.
She had charisma, a commanding presence, whether she was at a small, intimate function, or at one park-wide. She always possessed a sense of purpose, of direction, and was very efficient and economical in the use of her time. Shirley was lots of fun, but she was also very 'no-nonsense.'
Her idyllic life at Flying Spur took a tragic turn in August, 1990 when the "A" Rock Fire destroyed most of Foresta, Shirley's home and her thirty-year accumulation of irreplaceable Yosemite documents and memorabilia. Undaunted, Shirley pulled herself together, rebuilt her home once again around Solomons' massive stone fireplace, the only remaining structure from an earlier, devastating fire that had destroyed the homestead at Flying Spur in 1936, and which had so captured her imagination upon finding it in the early 1960s. She continued to write and publish books, but as her health deteriorated, she was forced to spend more and more time in her home in Mariposa and less time in her beloved Flying Spur.
Shirley was the recipient of awards from many organizations for her work, and an event titled "A Tribute to Excellence for Shirley Sargent" was held April 28, 2002 at the Ahwahnee. She was fond of saying that Yosemite (which she called "the world's best place") was "a magnet, a lodestone and a haven to me." All those who love Yosemite and love Shirley will sorely miss her.
Shirley Sargent is survived by her nieces Kathryn Chappell, Nancy Hardwick and Susan Davies, several grandnieces and grandnephews, and a cousin, Barbara Billeter.
The family has asked that any memorial donations be made to the Dystonia Medical Research Foundation, One East Wacker Drive, Suite 2430, Chicago, Illinois 60601-1905; www.dystonia-foundation.org.
SASTRADE, Jean
Oct. 1, 1881 Mariposa Gazette
(submitted by W. Disbro)
Found Dead - Mr. Eugene LAVIGNE came into town on Thursday, and brought the news of the death of Jean SASTRADE, a brother of Mrs. Chas. MERCK of Hornitos, who was found dead at the MERCK Ranch on Bear Creek on the morning of Tuesday last. He was alone on the ranch, and when found, the body was in a bad state of decomposition, supposed to have been dead several days. His remains were carried to Hornitos and buried in the Catholic Cemetery on Wednesday.
Major SAVAGE
The Daily Union, Friday, Aug, 27, 1852, 4:2:
(submitted by gggniece Anne
Trussell)
Confirmation of the Death of Major SAVAGE: Judge MARVIN, who was present at the difficulty between Capt. HARVEY and Major SAVAGE, has arrived at Stockton, and communicates the following additional particulars to the Republican: The dispute between Capt. HARVEY and Major SAVAGE arose out of certain rumors said to have been irculated by the friends of the former gentleman and by himself, to the effect that SAVAGE was in collusion with certain officials in Mariposa in relation to Indian affairs. SAVAGE was on his way to the Indian council and was met on Sunday at Converse's Ferry by Judge MARVIN. The two persons traveled on together and met HARVEY at Campbell's Ferry on King's River. After breakfast, Major SAVAGE asked HARVEY to recall certain charges to the effect that he was no "gentleman." Harvey refused to retract. SAVAGE then knocked HARVEY down twice and kicked him. HARVEY then drew his pistol and shot SAVAGE three times, killing him instantly. Judge MARVIN, who was a personal friend of both parties, did his utmost to pacify them during the progress of the difficulty, and tried to disarm them. It is not true, however, that he was struck, although he was in imminent danger. SAVAGE was buried on Tuesday, and some thirty or forty Indians, armed with bows and arrows, attended his funeral. One chief refused to attend, saying that his "head was bad." The regulars are on their way to Four Creeks to meet the Indians in council on the 20th.
Mariposa Free Press May 27, 1870
(submitted by William Disbro)
DEATH OF Major SAVAGE
"Trampa," a correspondent of the Fresno Expositor, is furnishing for that paper a series of historical sketches of men and incidents of early times in Fresno and vicinity. Fresno was formerly a portion of Mariposa County and the events narrated by the writer are familiar to the pioneer settlers here. The following letter we copy from the Expositor of last week. It may be of interest to our readers: It was about the time of the signing of the Indian treaty that Major Savage and Captain Bowling, who had visited the Yosemite Bands of Indians residing on the north and south forks of the Merced River, made known to the world the existence of the wonderful cataracts of that stream, whose height was judged and placed by them at 750 yards, and which bears today the pleasing and euphonious name of those Indian bands, "the Indians of the Cataracts." After the signing of the treaty of peace the Indians became pacific; emigrants began to settle on the rich, fertile lands of the Four Creeks, Kings River, San Joaquin and the adjacent country. Campbell established a ferry on Kings River, at the place now known as Campbell's ford, or the upper crossing. The Indians naturally of a thieving disposition, had become very annoying in that respect to the new settlers. Campbell, Major Harvey and several others determined to break up the "Rancheria." Accordingly, in the beginning of the summer they started upon the work of destruction. The Indian males were nearly all away from the village at the time of the attack. The Rancheria was fired into and the brave storming party had the satisfaction, after capturing it, of knowing that they had murdered nothing but helpless old women and children. The feeling in relation to this attack was very bitter in the other settlements and Jim Savage bitterly denounced the perpetrators of it as "cold blooded murderers." Harvey demanded of Savage a retraction of the language used; this was flatly refused, and again reiterated. Threats were made that unless Savage retracted his denunciatory charges he should never cross Kings River again alive. About the 15th of August, 1852, Savage, who had been drinking, in company with Judge Marvin left his home on the Fresno to visit Four Creeks settlement. They traveled at night to avoid the heat, and reached Campbell's Station early in the morning: Savage had been warned by his friends of the treats made against him. His spirit knew no fear, heeding dangers only when grappling with them. Here he met Harvey, who demanded an immediate retraction. Savage fastened the cowardly murders closer on him and his party. Harvey used insulting, bitter language toward him, and Savage slapped his face; they grappled with each other and fell on the floor. In the melee Savage's pistol slipped from its sheath and fell on the floor, and Marvin picked it up. Harvey seeing the pistol in Marvin's hands, and supposing himself disarmed, released himself from Savage, seized hold of Marvin and tried to get the pistol." It is Savage's pistol, and none of yours," said Marvin. Jim Savage was then leaning forward with his elbows resting on Campbell's counter. Harvey stepped back, drew his revolver and commenced firing; Savage died almost immediately. Had he lived it is very probable that he would have become a colossus in wealth, or impoverished the settlers of this region by a gigantic failure.
SAYLE, Nutie Burks
November 24, 1877 Mariposa Gazette
(submitted by W Disbro)
In San Buenaventura, Nov. 14th of consumption, Nutie Burks SAYLE, wife of C. G. SALE of Fresno, aged 23.
S.D. SCALES
Friday April 7, 1854 Mariposa Chronicle
(submitted by Mike White)
DIED
On Friday 24th ult., of typhoid Pneumonia, on McBride's Gulch, after an illness of nine days, Mr. S. D. SCALES, formerly a resident of Fayette County, Tenn., aged about 33 years. Mr. S. emigrated to California from the State of Arkansas, where he had been engaged in literary pursuits during his stay in that country, and had attained a high position in the affections and esteem of those with whom he was connected. During his residence in California he has been engaged in a mining capacity, where he has endeared to himself the esteem and respect of a large circle of friends and acquaintances. The family of Mr. S. in Tennessee, though bereaved of one of their brightest ornaments, may be assured that during his illness, he received the most unremitting attention, both of his friends and physician, each of whom mingle their sympathies with his family. Memphis papers please copy.
September 29, 1883 Mariposa Gazette
(submitted by W Disbro)
In the County Hospital, Mariposa County, September 24th, 1883, James
SCANLON,
aged 62 years, a native of New York.
Infant Daughter SCHENCK
Mariposa Gazette Jan 20, 1866
(submitted by W Disbro)
DIED - At Hornitos, Saturday, Jan. 20, 1866, the infant DAUGHTER of Mr.
and Mrs. SCHENCK.
MRS V K SCHENCK, April 5, 1859,
Stockton Daily Independent (transcribed by Dee S)
DIED -- at
Madison, N.J., Jan. 12th, Mrs. V.K. SCHENCK, of Snelling, California,
wife of Wm. SCHENCK,
and niece of Mrs.
R.G. STEELE, aged 24 years.
Stockton Daily Independent
DIED- Coulterville, March 2d, Zillah, daughter of Isaac SHILLING and
wife, aged 2 years, 6 months.
transcribed by Dee S.
SCHLAGETER, Barbara
OWNER OF FIRST MARIPOSA HOTEL TAKEN BY DEATH
Mrs. Barbara Schlageter Came to Mother Lode in 50's
Modesto News- Herald, August 24, 1928
The ranks of those who lived in the Mother Lode during the stirring days of old, the days of gold, the days of 49" was further depleted Thursday with the death of Mrs. Barbara Schlageter, 95.
Mrs. Schlageter died at the home of her daughter in Palo Alto, Mrs. Charles G. Lathrop.
She came to California with her husband , the late Herman Schlageter, in the early 50's and opened the first hotel in Mariposa, The Schlageter Hotel. It was later managed by her son, C. A. Schlageter, and following his death, by his widow.
Mr. and Mrs. Schlageter moved to San Francisco in 1884 and he died there in 1900.-transcribed by c feroben
Emil SCHMULEN
Mariposa Gazette, May 22, 1920
(submitted by Tom Hilk)
Emil Schmulen Answers Final CallDecember 2, 1876 Mariposa Gazette
Emil Schmulen, for several years the Yosemite Valley Railroad agent at El-Portal; died at the Merced Hospital last Tuesday after an illness extending over several months. Mr. Schmulen was taken seriously ill while en route to Bakersfield about Christmas time and was later operated upon at the railroad hospital in that city. He seemingly had recovered and returned to his duties at El Portal but soon suffered a relapse and was taken to the Merced Hospital where he gradually declined up to the time of his death. Mr. Schmulen was a native of Kentucky and 35 years of age. He came to California a few years ago and has been in the employ of the Y. V. R. R. ever since. He leaves a widow and a daughter, Maybelle, at El Portal and a father and five sisters in Kentucky. The funeral was held in Merced Thursday and was conducted by the Merced Lodge of Elks he being a member of the lodge of Mayfield, Ky
SCHUBERT, F.
Stockton Daily Independent
Monday, 27 May 1872
DIED -- at Hornitos, May 19th, F. SCHUBERT, aged 50 years. Transcribed by Dee S
M. A. SCHULTZ
Death of a pioneer Citizen - Last Friday morning M. A. SCHULTZ, and old resident of this county and a pioneer citizen of Fresno, died in this village. Mr. SCHULTZ resided in Mariposa and Fresno counties for the past twenty years. When the town of Fresno was first located Mr. Schultz moved to it, erected a small building and commenced business. As the prospects advanced he improved his premises, and at his death owned one of the largest hotels in the village. He was buried on Sunday afternoon under the auspices of Fresno Lodge No. 186 I.O.O.F. of which Order and Lodge he was a member. A very large concourse of people participated in the obsequies. Mr. SCHULTZ leaves a wife and family to mourn his demise. [-Fresno Expositor, Nov. 29th.]
SCHULTZ, Margaret
Oct. 7, 1868 - Stockton Daily Independent
(submitted by Dee S)
DEATH -- at Bear Valley, Mariposa county, Sept. 18th, Margaret, daughter of Theodore and Catharine SCHULTZ, aged 2 years, 9 months.
SCHULTZ, Theodore
Mariposa Gazette , November 27, 1875
(submitted by William Disbro)
In Fresno, Fresno County, California, on the 16th instant, Theodore SCHULTZ, aged 40. Mr.. SCHULTZ formerly lived in Mariposa County, and was esteemed as an honest and upright man.
SCHOENFELD, Ernest
July 5, 1890 Mariposa Gazette
(submitted by W. Disbro)
The death notice of Mr. Ernest SCHOENFELD is published in to-days paper. Mr. SCHOENFELD was one of the early merchants here having a large store in the building occupied by S. A. REID & Co. He lived here for years until the country's prosperity began to wane when he left for Merced and finally moved to San Francisco where he has ever since resided. All of our older residents will remember him.
SCOTT, Frank William
Modesto Bee, February 20, 1976
MARIPOSA FATALITY
George
Walter SCOTT
JANUARY 13, 1866 Mariposa Gazette
At Coulterville, on Monday, the 8th inst., of crop, GEORGE WALTER, eldest child of Thomas and Mary SCOTT, aged three years and eight months. He was a bright, intelligent little fellow- the idol of his parents and pet of all who knew him. Though a infant in years he gave bright promises of future manhood, and had so endeared himself to all that his untimely death has caused sorrow to many rough hearts, unused to gentle emotions. With his bereaved and sorrowing parents we most sincerely sympathize. May they, in the depth of their sorrow receive that consolation found in the teachings of Christ when he gave forth to man the injunction - " Suffer little children to come unto me, for of such is the Kingdom of Heaven." May they feel in their heart of hearts, that though lost forever here, there boy will yet be theirs in Heaven. Mat they wholly realize the truth that their darling was but a flower, and that he has been " snatched from earth to adorn Heaven."
Walter R SCOTT
April 19, 2007 Mariposa Gazette
Walter R "Walt" Scott, 83, a lifelong resident of Mariposa County, died April 8 in his home in Jerseydale.
Scott spent most of his life working in the logging industry with his father Ray, brother Frank, and son Mark. During the 1940's, after World War II and in the 1950's, many of the young men of Mariposa worked either at Scott's Mill or in the woods for the Scott family. He loved working in the Sierra mountains around Mariposa County and Madera County. He continued working into his late 70's as a logging contractor.
The only time Scott was away from Mariposa County was during World War II. He joined the Army Air Corp and served as a Technical Sergeant in the 465th Bomb Group. He participated in campaigns of southern France, air combat of the Balkans, northern France, air offensive Europe GO 33WD45, Rome Arno GO 40WD45 and Normandy.
He was missing in action in March of 1945. He received the air medal, three oak leaf cluster, the distinguished flying cross, a purple heart, one bronze and one silver star for having taken part in six major engagements.
Scott was the great-grandson of Andrew Cathey of Cathey's Valley and was born in Jerseydale in the home built by his grandfather, William Cathey.
Scott is survived by his wife of 61 years, Virginia "Ginny" Scott of Jerseydale; daughter Susie Lewis and her husband Walt Lewis of Morgan Hill daughter Karen Simmons and her husband Paul Simmons of of Jerseydale; daughter Julie Fouch and her husband Dean Fouch of Mr. Bullion; son Mark Scott and his wife Christine Scott of Bootjack; five grandsons, five granddaughters and 11 great-grand children.
He was preceded in death in death by his parents, Ray and Mary Scott and his brother Frank Scott.
A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m.on April 21 at McCay Hall in Cathey's Valley.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Mariposa County High School FFA or John C Fremont Hospital.
transcribed by cdf
November 25, 1882 Mariposa Gazette
Near Princeton, Mariposa County, William Martin SHEARRON, aged 50
years,
a native of Tennessee.
SHEARS, Samuel
April 30,1881 Mariposa Gazette
(submitted by W. Disbro)
Sudden Death - On Monday last near Merced Falls, Mr. Samuel SHEARS, an old resident of Snelling, was taken sick and died very suddenly. He was in the employ of Nelson & Son, grieving a team, and was on his way with freight to the Olsen mine, Tuolumne County. He had only got out about six miles from Merced falls, when he was taken ill, and soon after found by a Mr. HOWE, in a unconscious condition, who proceeded to return him to the Falls, and when within about three miles of the river, met Henry NELSON, who took charge of the unfortunate man, and within a half mile of the river breathed his last. He leaves a wife, at whose request the deceased was brought to Hornitos, on the following day, and interred in the Catholic Cemetery. Mr. Henry Nelson, his employer, attended to funeral arrangements, and saw that proper respect was paid to the unfortunate, who had been taken so suddenly away from earth and friends.
SHELLY, Mrs. Carrie
June 30, 1894 Mariposa Gazette
(submitted by W. Disbro)
Death of Mrs. Carrie SHELLY
Mrs. SHELLY died at Candelaria, Cal., on June 4th, after a short illness. Many residents of Mariposa and Sherlocks will learn with regret of the death of this estimable lady who lived here a while during her girlhood, and the early years of her married life. She possessed a very sweet disposition, which endeared her to all who knew her. A husband and several young children, a mother and brother are left to grieve over her early death.
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SHELTON, Francis M Shelton
Francis M Shelton is Called by Death
Modesto Bee and News-Herald-August 19,1940
Merced- Aug. 19- Francis Shelton engineer in the Darrah district of Mariposa County, died in the general hospital here yesterday after an extended illness.
Shelton had lived in the Darrah area for forty five years and reputedly discovered the presence of barium in the mines around El Portal.
Funeral arrangements are pending at the Tiscornia, Ivers & Alcorn Funeral Home in Mariposa.-transcribed by c feroben
J. C. SHEPPARD
Mariposa Free Press APRIL 25, 1863
(submitted by W Disbro)
At Coulterville, April 16th, of brain fever, J.C. SHEPPARD, a native of
New York, aged 45 years.
TOP MARIPOSA RANCHER CLARA SHILLING DIED
Modesto Bee and News-Herald
February 27, 1973
COULTERVILLE- Funeral services were to be held today in the Coulterville Methodist Church for Mrs. Clara Shilling, a 85, long time Mariposa County resident and cattle rancher who died at her home in Merced Saturday.
Burial is to be in Coulterville Cemetery under the direction of Ivers & Alcorn.
A native of England, she moved to this area with her parents when she was 6 years old. In 1906 she married cattle rancher Homer Schilling and after his death in 1952 continued to operate the big spread, and original 3,000 acres above Bagby plus 15,000 acres of leased range.
In 1956 Mrs. Shilling was named the count's most outstanding rancher by the Mariposa County Farm Bureau.
She was a member of the Farm Bureau and a charter member of the Mariposa County Historical Society and California Cattlemen's Association.
She leaves two daughters, Mrs. Edith Kelm of Atwater and Mrs. Frances Weir of Merced; a sister, Mrs. Ruth Shilling of San Diego; a brother, Arthur Garfield Pope of Sacramento; four grandchildren; eight great-granchildren, and one great-great-grandchild.- transcribed by c feroben
SHILLING
Stockton Daily Independent
Tuesday, 14 Mar 1871
DIED- Coulterville, March 2d, Zillah, daughter of Isaac SHILLING and
wife, aged 2 years, 6 months.
transcribed by Dee S.
"BRYSON" (BRYCE) SHILLINGTON, 70
Mariposa Gazette, June 30, 1966
"BRYSON (BRYCE) SHILLINGTON, 70, well known Merced business man died at his home Wednesday, June 22nd from an apparent heart seizure. A native of Fortuna, he had lived in Merced 40 years. For many years he served the area in the State Department of Industrial Relations in the Division of Apprentice Standards. Following his retirement he became a successful insurance representative. Shillington was active in the Masonic Lodge. He was a member of the Hornitos Lodge No 98, F & A M, the Fresno consistory Scottish Rites bodies and the Tehran Temple No 1531 Shrine of Fresno. He was a veteran of World War I and a member of the Merced American Legion Post No. 83, the Merced Elks Lodge and was active in the Merced County Old Timers Association. His widow, Dora, has been secretary and registration chief of the old times unit."
ANNIE SHIMER
Mariposa Gazette APRIL 21, 1866
(submitted by William Disbro)
In Coulterville, Friday, April 13, 1866, ANNIE, Daughter of Mr. and
Mrs.
James SHIMER, aged 5 years.
GEORGE SHIMER
Mariposa Gazette June 2, 1866
(submitted by William Disbro)
At Coulterville, Monday, May 28th, of Diphtheria, GEORGE SHIMER, son of
Mr. and Mrs. James SHIMER, aged 9 years. This makes the third child
that
Mr.
Shimer, William J. "Bill" ‘Bill' Shimer
Oct. 16, 1911 – Feb. 8, 2006 Longtime Coulterville area resident William J. "Bill" Shimer died
Wednesday at a Sonora hospital. He was 94. He was born in Coulterville. With the exception of living
briefly in Hornitos, Mariposa County, and in San Francisco, he spent
his entire life in the Coulterville area. After he attended school in
Hornitos and Granite Springs, he worked in a couple of mines. He also worked for Morrison-Knudsen on Big Oak Flat Road and
then, in 1934, he joined the Civilian Conservation Corps at Wawona.
After a year, he went to work for Yosemite National Park. In 1937, he
became a forest fire truck driver for what then was the California
Division of Forestry. He was appointed assistant ranger in the Mariposa
unit in 1942 and was assigned to the Coulterville Ranger District until
his retirement in 1969.
He also was involved in his community and was a member of the
Mariposa County School Board for more than 25 years. He was an active
member in Northern Mariposa County History Center, Civilian
Conservation Corps Alumni, Odd Fellows Lodge No. 104, Rebekah Lodge No.
173, CDF 25-year Club, and E. Clampus Vitus, Matuca Chapter No. 1849.
Mr. Shimer is survived by his sons and daughters-in-law, John
and Annette Shimer, Mike Shimer and Kathy Shimer; grandchildren and
their spouses, Richard and Donna Shimer, Shae and Jennifer Shimer, Tina
and Steven Ward, and Chris Shimer; great-grandchildren, Alison and
Kristin Shimer, Shawn Taylor Shimer, Mackenzie Shimer, Cameren, Ryan
and Kylie Ward; and brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Jim and Jo
Wagner, Kay Wearin, Norman and Marlene Wearin, and Earl and Bobbie
Wearin.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Grace; a sister, Dora
Bateman; and a grandson, Shawn Shimer.
A memorial service is scheduled for 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 25, at
United Methodist Church, 10317 Highway 49 in Coulterville. In lieu of flowers and at the family's request, donations can
be made to the CDF Museum, 3800 Sierra Way, San Bernardino, CA 92405;
Coulterville Fire Brigade, P.O. Box 135, Coulterville, CA 95311; or
Three Links Camp, 21950 Highway 108, Mi-Wuk Village, CA 95346.
SHIMER has lost in the last few weeks with this terrible disease.
Union Democrat
NATHAN SHOEMAKER
June 10, 1862, Mariposa Gazette
(submitted by Steve Miller)
On Tuesday morning, June 3d, at Clark's Mill, Mr. Nathan SHOEMAKER,
aged
30 years: a native of Philadelphia, Penn.
SHULTZ, Albert
At Tulare City, Aug. 29, 1877, of diphtheria. Albert SHULTZ, son of
Mrs.
Kate MICHELS, aged 9 years and 2 months.
Carl E. Shumake
Transcribed by Steve Miller
Mariposa Gazette, Mar. 24, 1938 Front page
(Note: The DC and CADI show first name Earl not Carl)
ACCIDENT NEAR BRICEBURG TAKES LIFE OF MAN
Car Crashes Over River Bank
Officers were called to Briceburg Sunday evening to investigate what was thought to be a case of a stolen car but which later proved to be an accident in which a man, Carl E. Shumake, 32, lost his life and the car was totally wrecked.A. J. Kelly was en route from Cathey's Valley to Briceburg where he was employed on the Y. V. Railroad and at Cathey's Valley he was joined by Shumake, who was also going to Briceburg to accept a job with railroad, Kelly drove his car across the Merced river on the Forest Service bridge and parked near the home of A Merrick, foreman on the railroad. He went into the house to talk to Merrick, leaving the car parked near and Shumake sitting in it. When Kelly came out the car was missing and he hastened to Mariposa to notify the officers that the car had been stolen. The officers took up the case but could find no clue or information upon which to work. Later that evening someone reported having heard a noise sounding like a slide. It was found that the car had backed from its parking place and plunged over the rocky bank nearly 100 feet into the Merced river canyon; the car doors were closed and the man was lying in a pool of water which barely covered his face. He was dead when found. Coroner Walter McNally who with Sheriff Castagnetto were notified and went to the scene. The body was removed to Merced immediately. At the funeral parlors it was found the man had died from drowning. He was probably stunned by the fall. The man had taken a part of his bedding from the car. The officers believe the car started to back from failure to lock the brakes well and that Shumake had jumped onto the running board, after getting out, in an effort to re-enter the car and put on the brakes. He then was carried over the bank to his death.
SHUMATE, Joseph
Oct. 7, 1870 Mariposa Free Press
(submitted by W. Disbro)
Fatal Affray -Last Friday evening, about dusk, John R. HITE, Joseph SHUMATE, and two other men were engaged in conversation in front of Schlageter's Hotel, when a man by the name of C. W. SMITH, formerly known as "Artesian Smith," stepped up and interrupted their talk, when he was pushed him away by HITE, and requested to leave. Upon his returning, SHUMATE addressed him and repeated the request, finally pushing or striking him. During the shuffle SMITH drew a knife and cut both HITE and SHUMATE, stabbing the later in the abdomen, and cutting through HITE's clothes, barely scratching the skin. SHUMATE drew a pistol and was about to shoot SMITH, but HITE wrested the weapon from the hand his hand, at the same time saying to SMITH, "you have cut me, you old scoundrel, and only for the gray hairs I would shoot you." At that time neither himself nor SHUMATE were aware of the wound of the latter. Upon subsequent examination it was found that he had received a stab about two inches below the navel, the serious nature of which soon became apparent. Doctor Turner and Bedford were summoned to attend to him, and showed him all the possible attention. The unfortunate man lingered till Wednesday last, in great pain most of the time, and died a little after noon. He was a native of Virginia, and has been a resident of Hite's Cove a little over four years. He was highly esteemed by all who knew him. SMITH was arrested by Under Sheriff KING and lodged in Jail. On the following day he had a examination, and was placed under bonds of $1,500, in default of which he was again remanded to jail. Except being generally worthless, intemperate and a dreadful bore, SMITH has never been considered in any manner dangerous to the peace of the community. He was drunk, as usual, when the stabbing was done. The weapon used was a pocket knife with a dirk shaped-blade.
John Freitas SILVA
Merced Sun-Star, Merced, CA. Friday, Feb. 14, 1964, pg. 11Mt. Bullion - Funeral arrangements are pending for John Freitas Silva, 78, of Star Route, Mt. Bullion who died Thursday in a Merced hospital.
Mr. Silva, a retired farmer, was a native of Cathey's Valley.
He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Mary B. Silva of Mt. Bullion; three daughters, Mrs. Evelyn Stinnett of Lovelock, Nev., Mrs. Adeline Montgomery of La Puente, Mrs. Ethel Adrian of Sanford, Fla.; four sons, J. W. Silva, Fred J. Silva and Alex Mattos, all of Merced, and Arthur Mattos of Atwater; three brothers, Con Silva and Fred Silva, both of Atwater, and Tony Silva of Turlock; two sisters, Mrs. Mary Ann Frago of Livingston and Mrs. Mary Chibante of Merced, 18 grandchildren, and 18 great-grandchildren.
Arrangements are being made by Ivers and Alcorn Funeral Home.
Mary SILVA
Merced Sun-Star, Merced, CA. Friday, Nov. 9, 1973, pg. 19
Services are scheduled Monday at 11 a.m. in the Mission Chapel of Ivers and
Alcorn for Mrs. Mary B. Silva, 89, an 11 year Merced resident who died
Wednesday in a local hospital.Rev. William Albright of Assembly of God Church will conduct services with
burial following in Winton Cemetery.The Rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Sunday in the Mission Chapel.
A native of Indian Gulch in Mariposa County, Mrs. Silva lived at 1665 Merced
Ave. she was preceded in death by her husband, John Freitas Silva, in 1964.Mrs. Silva is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Evelyn Stinnett and Mrs.
Ethel Adrian, both of Merced and Mrs. Adeline Montgomery of Yucaipa; three
sons, Arthur Mattos of Atwater, John and Fred Silva, both of Merced; two
sisters, Mrs. Lorna Butler of San Jose and Mrs. Rose McGee of Lakeport; 17
grandchildren, 32 great-grandchildren and one great-great grandchild.
SIMMONS, Wm.
Jan. 21,1882 Mariposa Gazette
(submitted by W. Disbro)
Homicide and Suicide near Hornitos
A Father-in-law Fires three shots At His SON-IN-LAW and then Shoots
Himself.
At the residence of Joseph SPAGNOLIA and family, at No. 9 Mine, about three miles above Hornitos, on Tuesday last, about 3 o'clock, P.M., occurred one of the most sanguinary scenes that has ever taken place in the county. Alvin BRANSON and his wife, who is sister to Mrs. SPAGNOLIA, were stopping there for the time being. Previously Mr. BRANSON had been living with his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. William SIMMONS, whose residence is near the old Gaines mine, some two or three miles westerly from the No. 9 mine. By means of some difficulty naturally occurring between families, BRANSON had removed to SPAGNOLIA'S, as above stated. The cause of the desperate act by the father-in-law, if any other than insanity, is yet to be developed. At the time mentioned the two families were altogether in the house, when Wm. SIMMONS rode up on horseback, dismounted and went into the house, and immediately addressed himself to Mr. BRANSON, who, as we understand, was in a sitting position, and without giving Mr. BRANSON a moments warning, or time to gain his feet, he drew a navy six shooter, and fired, the bullet entering the body on the right side, about two inches below the nipple breaking a rib, and passing around the body and lodging in the back near the skin, and nearly opposite the point of entrance. Another report is, that the bullet entered the body near the fifth rib, passing diagonally through the body and coming out the left side of the back. Following the first shot BRANSON started to run out of the house, when the second shot was fired which took effect in BRANSONS right hand, the third shot missed him. After firing the third shot, SIMMON's two daughters seized him and again prevented him shooting. Just at this instant Dr. CORBETT, who was at the mine visiting a patient, arrived, and immediately ran up and disarmed SIMMONS, who instantly sprang upon his horse and started full speed for home. He was called upon to stop but paid no attention to the command, whereupon the three remaining charges of the pistol were discharged at him without taking effect by one of the men, who had by this time arrived on the scene. As soon as horses could be saddled SIMMONS was pursued by J.F. THORN and John MITCHELL, but before they arrived there he had shot the top of his head off with a double barreled shotgun. They found him sitting in a chair, the toe of his boot against the trigger, and the upper portion of his head blown away. Another reporter informs us that Mrs. SIMMONS, who was at home with her two little grand children engaged in papering a room, was not aware of Mr. SIMMONS being on the place until she heard the report of the gun in an adjoining room. Upon entering to ascertain the cause, the awful scene that presented itself to Mrs. SIMMONS can scarcely be imagined. She became frantic and ran out of the house screaming so fearfully that it attracted the attention of some of her nearest neighbors. Mr. and Mrs. SIMMONS were an aged couple, having lived quietly at their home near Mount Gaines mine for a great many years. They have three children- girls - married, and near a dozen grand children, Alvin BRANSON, one of the victims of this sad calamity, is a young man aged about 23, was married to the youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. SIMMONS about a year and a half ago, and had lived with the old folks up to within a short time preceding this homicide, when they removed to the No. 9 mine, where the terrible tragedy commenced. At last accounts, BRANSON, whose wound is supposed fatal, was still alive.
SINNING, Adolph
August 3, 1889 Mariposa Gazette
(submitted by W. Disbro)
We publish this week the death notice of Adolph SINNING, a pioneer resident of Yosemite. Mr. SINNING was well known not only through this county, but in former years, his name and fame went wherever tourist to Yosemite, belonged. He was a skillful workman in wood, and a visit to Yosemite was not complete, without a visit to SINNING'S where beautiful and dainty souvenirs in California woods, were always found. His health has been bad for a number of years, and for some time past, he has been in San Francisco, at the German Hospital, where he died.
Death of HENRY Austin SKELTON - Henry A. SKELTON, who was for several months past been prostrated by disease, died at the residence of his brother in Mariposa, on Thursday evening last. His death was not unexpected, for he has lain at death's door for several weeks. The deceased at an early period was one of the most prominent business men of Merced county, where he was highly esteemed for his industry and uprightness. In the midst of health and prosperity misfortune overtook him, destroying his energies and finally prostrating him upon a bed of suffering, from which he has been released by the hand of death. Deceased came to California in 1849, from Shelby County, Alabama, of which county he was a native. He leaves a wife and several children.
ALLEN SMITH
OCTOBER 24, 1863 Mariposa Free Press
(submitted by W Disbro)
At Princeton, Wednesday, October 21st, ALLEN, son of Mr. and Mrs. W.R.
SMITH, aged 12 years.
John SMITH
April 15, 1882 Mariposa Gazette
(submitted by W Disbro)
At Coulterville, April 9, 1882, John West SMITH, native of New York, aged 65 years.
SMITH L.H.P.
Sept. 10, 1881 Mariposa Gazette
(submitted by W. Disbro)
Drowned - The San Francisco daily papers of the 2nd instant announce the death by drowning of L.H.P. SMITH, who resided in this section for many years, and well known to the oldest inhabitants. We clip the following from an exchange: " L.H.P. SMITH, a collector, residing on Stockton street, near Broadway, went to the baths at the foot of Hyde street, at 6 o'clock, yesterday morning, for a swim, it being his daily custom. Shortly after, some men at work at Selby's Smelting Works saw him with his face under water and kicking violently, as if drowning. A boat was sent to his assistance but it was to late. His body was recovered in only about 5 feet of water. Deceased was formerly a resident of Mariposa county, where for many years, he kept a wayside in called the Oak Spring House. He was a native of Germany, 58 years of age. An inquest was held on the body later in the day, the jury returning a verdict of accidental drowning."
Mrs. Nancy Ellen SMITH, wife of Mr. A.C. SMITH
Mariposa Gazette, July 7, 1877
At White Rock, Mariposa county, June 30th, 1877, of pulmonary consumption, after a protracted illness, Mrs. Nancy ELLEN, wife of Mr. A.C. SMITH. Mrs. SMITH leaves with her husband six small and interesting children to mourn the loss of an amiable wife and devoted mother.
Wm. SMITH aka John BUGMAN
Aug. 25,1877 Mariposa Gazette
(submitted by W Disbro)
Took poison and died - Wm. SMITH, a native of Finland, aged about sixty-four years, whose true name is given as John BUGMAN, residing at Pratt's Ranch on Pea Ridge, in this county, on the 11th instant while laboring under aberration of the brain, took strychnine, which caused his death. Deceased had been a resident of this county for the past twenty five years. A Coroner's inquest was held which elicited the above facts.
James Lafayette SNEDIKER
Mariposa Gazette Dec 1, 1877
(submitted by W Disbro)
At Hornitos, Mariposa County, November 30th, aged 53 years. Native of
New
York.
EMMA JANE SNYDER
Mariposa Gazette, March 3, 1866
(submitted by W Disbro)
Near Coulterville, Feb. 1st, EMMA JANE, daughter of Sophare and Lavina
SNYDER, aged four years and fifteen days.
GLADIETH N SNYDER
Modesto Bee and NewsHerald, Friday March 3, 1961
Services for
Gladieth Nancy Snyder, 63, Modesto, will be held at 3 PM tomorrow in
the Salas Brother-Moore Funeral Chapel. The Rev. Dale E Sherwood will
officiate.
Burial will be in the Masonic Cemetery.
Mrs. Snyder died yesterday after a long illness. She was born in Burt
County, Nebraska, and lived in California for 21 years. She came to
Modesto 10 years ago.
She leaves her widower, Ted Snyder of Modesto; one daughter, Dorothy
Odgers of El Portal, Mariposa County; and two sons, Oliver Carlson of
Modesto and Donald Carlson of Carpenteria, Santa Barbara County (two
brothers, Ray and Carrol Parrish, both of El Portal) ; one sister,
Gladys Gorsett of Bolin, SD; five grandchildren and one great
grandchild. transcribed by cferoben
Henry SOULE
May 6, 1882 Mariposa Gazette
(submitted by W. Disbro)
Gone - Our oldest inhabitants can well remember the carpenter Henry
SOULE,
whose death is announced. He resided here for many years,
and was
highly
respected.
Annie Souza
Mariposa Gazette June 15, 1907
(submitted by Bev Stone)
(Obituary) Mrs. Annie Souza, wife of Jos. R.SOUZA of Merced died in that city Wednesday morning of convulsions, leaving a child eight days old. Mrs. Souza was a native of Mariposa where she was born eighteen years ago, and a daughter of Mrs. Lizzie PENDOLA and the late Charles PENDOLA. Deceased was married to Mr. Souza about two years ago and has for some time resided in Merced where her husband conducts a blacksmith shop. The early death of Annie PENDOLA, as she was best known by Mariposans, is a source of deep regret not only to loving relatives but sympathetic friends. The remains were brought to Mariposa Thursday evening and interred in the the public cemetery yesterday at 2 o'clock p.m. Besides a husband and little child she leaves a mother, two sisters and other near relatives to mourn her death. The funeral arrangements were conducted by Undertaker Nordgren of Merced.
Spagnoli, Emilia
Mariposa Gazette, January 27, 1894
Fire at Hornitos.
Last Monday night, the house of Joseph Spagnoli was destroyed by fire, and saddest of all, a little girl about eight years old, lost her life by inhaling the flames. The fire occurred in the early part of the night, when the members of the family were in their first sound sleep, and it was with difficulty that any of them escaped. After the grown people of the household had escaped, it was discovered that the little daughter was still in the burning building. Her brother, a boy about eighteen years of age, went into the house to rescue her, and was heard to call out, that he had found her. But the seconds flew by and he did not return, so another boy, young Meriono, rushed into the fire, carried out the little girl, and then at the risk of is own life, went in the second time and dragged the fainting brother to safety. The little girl lived until morning, when death came to her relief. The bereaved family have the sympathy of the community in their affliction.
Mariposa Gazette, January 27, 1894
Elkhorn Items.
We were all shocked by the sad fate which befell poor little Emelia Spagnoli. She was a sweet, merry little girl, and was warmly loved by all who knew her. She was badly burned and had inhaled fire, and her sufferings were so intense that she died at four the next morning.Mariposa Gazette, February 3, 1894
AN AMENDE [sic] HONORABLE. - We desire to correct an error which appeared in the last issue of the Gazette. In the account furnished us of the burning of Joseph Spagnoli's house, the name of the true hero was not correctly given. Charles B. Cavagnaro was the first person to see the fire, and he rushed into the flames and saved the family. Mr. Cavagnaro was quite severely cut and burned in his endeavor to rescue the little girl. He modestly asserts that he did nothing brave and that he merely did his duty. That may be very true, but he certainly did his duty in a very thorough manner.
SPAGNOLI, Joseph
Mariposa Gazette, August 31, 1912
A Hornitos Pioneer Dead.
Joseph Spagnoli, a resident of Hornitos and a pioneer of this
county ,passed
away at his home last Tuesday.
Deceased was a native of Switzerland and 83 years of age. Mr. Spagnoli
was a millman by
occupation and for many years followed this occupation, particularly at
the Washington and No. 9 mines,
near Hornitos. He was at one time the owner of the Mt. Gaines mine at
Quartzberg.
He had been sick but a
few days and his death was due to old age.
He leaves a widow, three daughters Mrs. Lulu Gordon of Lodi, Mrs. Lida
Guest of Hornitos and Mrs. Binhan
[Brennen] who lives near Stockton, and one son, J. W. Spagnoli of
Hornitos.
The funeral was held in
Hornitos on Thursday, being under the auspices of the Hornitos Lodge of
Masons, of which he was a member.
WADE H SPENCER
JAN 13, 1866 Mariposa Gazette
(submitted by W Disbro)
DIED. At Jenny Lind, December 26, 1865, WADE H. SPENCER, a native of Virginia, and one of the pioneers both of Missouri and of California, aged 61 years. [For over eighteen years we have known Mr. SPENCER intimately, and have always recognized in him a man of the noblest impulses and most sterling character. He belonged to the old school with whom honor was dearer than life and leaves behind him a name sans peur et sans reproche Mr. SPENCER leaves two grown sons in California, one of whom is at present conducting the Woodbridge Messenger, in this county,- Stockton Independent The other son is now, and has been for several years past a resident of this county.
STAHL
Stockton Daily Independent
Monday, 9 Oct. 1871
DIED -- at Mariposa, Sept. 28th, Charles STAHL, only child of Mr.&Mrs.
William STAHL, aged 1 year, 11 months.
transcribed by Dee S.
STANFORD, Thomas
November 1, 1890 Mariposa Gazette
(submitted by W. Disbro)
Thomas STANFORD, a miner living in the vicinity of the Barley Field, was buried last Tuesday, at the public cemetery. Mr. STANFORD was an old resident of that vicinity, he and his partner Capt. BRANGHAM, having mined for many years, in Sherlock's district.
STANFORD, Thomas
Copied from the Brooklyn Eagle, Apr 21, 1891 pg 1
DEATH OF THOMAS STANFORD
A correspondent of the Eagle writes that Thomas Stanford of Mariposa, Cal., died at that place recently. Mr. Stanford was Formerly a resident of New York city and, Before he died, he said that he had a wife And children living either in Brooklyn or in New York. Friends or relatives of the Deceased can get information about him By addressing Richard Broom or Mrs. D. N. Johnson, Mariposa, Mariposa county, Cal.
transcribed by Steve Miller
Paper: Modesto Bee, The (CA)
Deceased: DOROTHY STANLEY, A MEWUK SYMBOL
Date: October 13, 1990
Dorothy Amora Stanley, "a symbol of MeWuk pride and MeWuk identity," died this week at the Tuolumne Rancheria. She was 66.
Mrs. Stanley, whose family belonged to the hereditary leadership of the Northern Sierra MeWuk, was one of the last speakers of the MeWuk language and one of the last weavers of MeWuk baskets.
Mrs. Stanley died of apparent heart problems. Her death Wednesday stunned family members and researchers who had counted on having more time to learn all that she had to teach about MeWuk culture.
"It's another link gone with the older MeWuk way of life," said Craig Bates, Mrs. Stanley's former son-in-law and the Yosemite Museum's curator of ethnography.
The link was forged early in Mrs. Stanley's life. Born in Los Angeles, she moved with her family back to her people's ancestral lands near Twain Harte while still a child. There, on the Fuller Ranch, she learned MeWuk ways from her "Ama," or spiritual grandmother, Annie Fuller, wife of Chief William Fuller.
When she grew up, she left Tuolumne County and MeWuk culture behind. She worked as a waitress, a candy maker, a strawberry picker, and, for 30 years, a telephone operator. In 1969, she married her teen-age sweetheart, a Southern Sierra MeWuk named Elmer Stanley. The couple moved back to Tuolumne County the following year and here, Dorothy Stanley rediscovered her culture.
She jumped in with both feet. She served as a consultant and adviser on archaeological excavations, taught MeWuk skills classes, and supervised the Indian culture project in Yosemite National Park and the Indian Village at the West Side and Cherry Valley Railroad theme park in Tuolumne. She gave demonstrations of MeWuk folkways at the American Folklife Festival in Washington, the Festival at the Lake in Oakland and at the Southwest Museum in Los Angeles.
In the political realm, Mrs. Stanley was a member of the regional Bureau of Indian Affairs Advisory Board, and she served as tribal chairman of the Tuolumne MeWuk Tribal Council and coordinator of the Indian health project at the Tuolumne Rancheria.
Feisty is the word that people used to describe her dogged fight for Indian rights. Archaeologist Shelly Davis-King, who worked with Mrs. Stanley on a number of projects, recalled Mrs. Stanley describing her wranglings with bureaucrats as "not red tape, but white tape."
Mrs. Stanley was planning to write her autobiography. Instead, her baskets will have to tell her story for her.
"Before I die," she said during one of her basket-making demonstrations, "I'd like to leave something of myself to my family. You see this: that's a Dorothy Stanley circle. When I'm dead and gone, this is all that will remain."
Mrs. Stanley is survived by her husband, Elmer, and seven children, Zandra Bietz, Janelle Anderson, Jennifer Bates, Raymond Bernido and Richard Bernido, all of Tuolumne, Kimberly Stevenot of Modesto and Ronald Garcia of Livermore. She was the grandmother of 17 and great-grandmother of two.
A funeral will be conducted at 2 p.m. Sunday at Heuton Memorial Chapel. Craig Bates will deliver the eulogy. Burial will be at Mountain Shadow Cemetery.
Donations may be made to the Dorothy Stanley Central Sierra MeWuk Cultural Awareness Fund at Wells Fargo Bank in Sonora.
STERNE, J.A.
March 19, 1892 Mariposa Gazette
(submitted by W. Disbro)
Another Pioneer Gone.
On the afternoon of the 11th instant the people of our village were surprised and grieved to learn that Mr. J. A. STERNE had breathed his last. He had been ill for many months, two attacks of la grippe having so weakened his system that the vital forces could no longer rally, and hasty consumption set in. The blow fell with crushing force on the devoted wife and family, as they scarcely realized that his illness was likely to prove fatal. Mr. STERNE was a native of Texas, but came to Mariposa as a youth, and has spent all his later life in this county. For over seventeen years he was fireman of the Hites Mine in Hite's Cove, and only left his position there when the mine changed hands, and the work was suspended. For six years he filled the office of Deputy Assessor, of the county, and his gentlemanly courtesy, gained him many friends among all. He was a quiet, good citizen, and a most devoted husband and father, and a wife and a large family of children are left to mourn his loss. His funeral Sunday was very largely attended. The sympathy of the entire community is with the bereaved family.
STEWART, Albert
May 15, 1886 Mariposa Gazette
(submitted by W. Disbro)
Albert STEWARD one of the three sons of Mrs. Geo. STEWART of this place died suddenly on Friday of last week in San Francisco. The remains were received here Wednesday by his mother and George STEWART a brother of the deceased and the funeral took place from the residence of his mother on Thursday at 10:30 A.M. He was buried in the cemetery besides his father. He is about 22 years of age. David STEWART, a brother, accompanied the remains from San Francisco. also in se issue:
The funeral of Albert STEWART which took place on Thursday was largely attended. The funeral services at the grave were conducted by Rev. Joel HEDGPETH. The rosewood casket was the finest ever seen in this place. It was strewn with beautiful flowers, beside a pillow composed of maguerites and simlax with the words " Rest Albert," in purple violets. Also a beautiful wreath of roses lay across the breast. The following were the pall bearers, Newman JONES, FRED SCHLAGETER, Percy GALLISON, Tom LIND, Willie HUNTER, Winnie GALLISON, John J. MULLERY, Willie STERNE.
Erastus W STRATTON
Mariposa Free Press
(submitted by William Disbro)
April 1st, 1876, at Knights landing, YOLO County, ERASTUS W. SRATTTON, aged 34 years. Deceased was a native of Maine, and formerly resided in this county
STERN, Infant
Mariposa Gazette, June 5, 1875
(submitted by William Disbro)
At Hites Cove, May 27th, infant son of Joseph A. STERN, aged 7 weeks.
G.W. STEVENS
Mariposa Gazette August 7, 1875
(submitted by William Disbro)
In Coulterville, July 27th, 1875, G.W. STEVENS, son of S.H. STEVENS,
aged
12 years and five months.
STEVENSON, David
July 24,1880 Mariposa Gazette
(submitted by W. Disbro)
Found Dead In His Cabin - On Tuesday morning last old "Uncle Davy," as he is commonly called, was found dead in his cabin, which is situated near Oak Spring House, about three miles from Mariposa, on stage road leading to Hornitos. Mr. James Armstrong, of Sherlocks, who was hunting cattle, was attracted to his cabin by the awful stench, and there found the body lying across the bed naked, except a shirt, with his feet resting on the floor. The last he was observed by any one was on Friday preceding, near four days previous to being found, and it is supposed he must have been stricken with death after retiring to bed on the Friday evening mentioned. The body was buried Wednesday afternoon in the most convenient manner near by the cabin. "Uncle Davy," whose correct name is David STEVENSON, was a native of Ireland, aged 67 years. He has been long and favorably known in this section as an honest miner.October 8, 1892 Mariposa Gazette
STEWART, David
Sad Fate of a Mariposa Boy
The San Francisco papers of Oct. 4th contain an account of the terrible fate that befell David STEWART, a young fresco painter. He had been suffering from an attack of " painter's colic," and had gone home severely ill. His mother and landlady went to the kitchen to prepare some delicacy for him leaving him sitting by an open window in a second story room. When they returned he was missing, and a search revealed him lying on the sidewalk below, He had either been seized with a fit and fallen; or else had jumped, although that was hardly possible. He was taken to the receiving hospital, where examination showed his skull was fractured, and the physicians declared his injuries fatal.
David STEWART was born and raised to manhood in Mariposa, being a son of the late George STEWART. He was a bright, handsome, affectionate boy, and always has hosts of friends among both old and young. Quite early in life he showed a decided talent for painting, and while still in his teens painted a number of really beautiful landscapes. At last he went to San Francisco where he worked at sign painting, and for the past seven years or eight years he has lived either in that city or Los Angeles, and was called one among the best workmen in his profession. David was a steady, sober, young man, a dutiful son, a devoted brother and a true friend, and should the physicians verdict prove true, many hearts will throb with grief over his sudden, and awful death. His brother George, who lives at Sherlocks was notified as soon as possible, and it is hoped he may reach the city in time to see his brother once more.
STEWART, DavidOctober 15, 1892 Mariposa Gazette
The death of the estimable young man occurred in the receiving hospital, San Francisco, on the 6th inst. An account of the terrible accident, which happened to him, was given last week. His widowed mother brought his remains to Merced where she was met by C. A. SCHLAGETER, her son George, and her sister Mrs. Geo. BERTKIN, and together they accompanied to body to Mariposa. The funeral took place Sunday afternoon and was attended by many sorrowing friends. As no minister was in town to conduct the funeral services, Judge CORCORAN kindly read the Burial Service, and poor Dave was laid to rest in the Odd Fellows cemetery, where his father, sister and brother awaited him.
Death of Frank STEWART
August 4, 1883 Mariposa Gazette
(submitted by W. Disbro)
On Thursday morning of last week July 26th in Stockton an accident occurred to Frank STEWART which culminated in his death on the following day. He was engaged upon the levee with his partner sampling wheat on some flat cars near the steamboat landing. As Mr. STEWART passed between two disconnected cars a locomotive backed up striking a car and driving the two together, Mr. STEW ART'S left leg above the knee was caught between the bumpers and badly mangled and the bones crushed. He immediately fell on the track, and was rescued from his perilous position by his partner Mr. SMITH. The news of the accident created much excitement among the business men of Stockton. Mr. STEWART was a man of iron nerve and notwithstanding the fact that he did not complain of any pain, and that he was cheerful under an accident that would of made many a younger man weaken. Much apprehension was felt for the result of the injury.The Leg Amputated At three o'clock in the afternoon the injured limb was cut off about half way up the thigh bone. The scene between Mr. Stewart and his family just before the operation was performed is said to have been heartrending, as grave fears were entertained that he would not survive the operation. The leg was removed contrary to his wishes. Chances for Recovery After amputation his nervous system did not rally encouragingly from the shock it had received, and the chances of recovery appeared doubtful. The operation was performed by Dr. CLARK, assisted by Dr. PHILLIPS and GIBBONS. The patient bled a great deal during the operation, and there was a great shock observable on his pulse. Death. The next day about 10 A.M., Frank STEWART, who was but a short time before in the midst of heath and happiness passed away. The news cast a feeling of gloom over the city and State generally.
Shortly before he died, his wife came into the room, she approached the bedside and leaned over him. As she did so, he opened his eyes and smiled, she stroked his forehead and said: " Frank, do you know me?" " Yes," whispered the dying man. "Who am I?" she asked again. "You are my own dear little wife," responded he. Her feelings overpowered her, and she pressed her lips to his. He kissed her again and again, and died in a few minutes after. When informed by the physician that he might prepare for the worst, he expressed a desire that the funeral services should be held at his residence and that his old comrades, the Mexican War Veterans, the San Joaquin Pioneers, and the Masonic Fraternity, should participate. He never showed any fear of death, and met his fate like a brave man. He appreciated the condition in which he was lying, and said to his partner towards morning; "I think they will take me out of town soon." The funeral was held from the residence of deceased, on Sunday afternoon, at 2 o'clock, largely attended by the various orders of the city. He was a member of the Ancient and Accepted Order of the Scottish Rite of Free Masons- the thirty-second degree in Masonry, one degree next the highest. The deceased was a native of Tennessee, 58 years of age. He leaves a widow, and a nephew. Frank A. STEWART, and an estate estimated at $600,000. We extracted the foregoing particulars of the death of Frank STEWART from the Stockton Mail.
George STEWART, Sr.
January 20, 1883 Mariposa Gazette
(submitted by William Disbro)
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Death of George STEWART, Sr.
We are again called upon to chronicle the death of a prominent citizen, who " in the midst of life" was suddenly taken away last Wednesday evening about 10 o'clock, at a moments when al his friends and relatives who were present in waiting apprehending no danger had retied for the night. He was at his place of business the evening before his death up to eleven o'clock and went home and retired apparently as well as usual, but in a few moments after he was taken with a cramp colic so severely that Dr. TURNER was sent for who soon after arrived and administered to the necessities of his case. The next day, Wednesday, was passed quietly by the sick man and no cause was given for alarm, whatever, that death's door was already opened to receive its victim. At 10 p.m. the signal was given by Mrs. STEWART, who was lying besides her husband and who discovered a change in breathing. She gave the alarm to her brother in law, George BERKEN, who had retired in an adjoining room. Mr. BERKEN was at the bedsides in a moment and all that was to be perceived was a gasp. And all over in a moment without even a struggle for breath, but he died quietly and without apparent pain. So sudden was this wholly unexpected death that the afflicted wife and all present were completely paralyzed with astonishment, fear and grief. Two of their sons George Jr. and Albert who had been here on a visit during the holidays, had only left on the Friday morning previous for San Francisco to resume their vocations at that place. They together with another son, David, were telegraphed for, and two arrived yesterday and the other son is expected before the funeral. The deceased came to California in 1849, first settled in Agua Fria, lived awhile on Sherlock's Creek; was married to a sister of David EGENHOFF; resided and did business in Princeton in the palmy days of 1860 to 1868; since that time he with his family have lived in Mariposa. The three boys, all about grown to manhood, and capable of earning a living for themselves, besides being able to support their mother: The deceased was a man of marked qualities, who enjoyed considerable influence among his fellow citizens. He was a member of the order of Odd Fellows of this place, under whose auspices he will be buried to-day. The funeral will take place from his residence in Mariposa at 1 p.m.In Mariposa, January 17th, 1883, George STEWART, Sr., aged 59 years, a native of Hanover, Germany.STEWART
DECEMBER 18, 1875 Mariposa Gazette
(submitted by W Disbro)
In Mariposa,
Mariposa County, December 11th, 1875, daughter of Mr. and
Mrs. George STEWART, aged nine years eight months and ten days.
Clara Stockton (transcribed by Steve Miller)STILES, Silas J.
November 26, 1892 Mariposa Gazette
(submitted by W. Disbro)Found Dead.
Last Sunday, Silas J. STILES, an old man who has been living at the Malone mine, was found dead in his cabin. He had been in feeble health, for some time, and was quite aged. It is not known if he had any relatives or near friends. Apparently he had been dead very long when found Sunday morning, by Mr. Hugh DAVANY.
STOLDER, Anthony
May 21, 1887 Mariposa Gazette
(submitted by W. Disbro)
A Sudden Death.
Mr. Anthony STOLDER, residing east of Coulterville, was suddenly stricken down last Friday by the breaking of a blood vessel. Though he did not actually die till Saturday at one P.M., he was insensible from the moment of the attack till his death. His wife, Mrs. STOLDER, was in Mariposa, taking care of their son, Mr. R. B. STOLDER, who is just recovering from his terrible injuries received by jumping from the burning Gallison Hotel. A messenger was immediately sent for her, with the news, who reached here about 2 A.M., Saturday morning. Mrs. STOLDER started within a hour on horseback and fortunately arrived before her husbands death. His son left for home the next morning with Henry FARNSWORTH in Mrs. FARNSWORTH'S easy phaeton, by the way of Hornitos and Merced Falls. At the later place, they got a fresh horse and concluded to keep on the same night and reached Mr. STOLDER's place about 2 A.M. The invalid bore the journey well under the circumstances, and though very tired, did not, when Mr. FARNSWORTH started home the next day, feel himself essentially any worse for his long and exhausting ride. We are sure that our readers will join us in expressing the most sincere sympathy for the bereaved family. They seemed to have had their full share of misfortunes lately. Mr. STOLDER, himself, was scarcely recovered from a broken leg, when his son was so terribly, and almost fatally injured by his fearful leap from the burning hotel. And now this new blow comes to fill up their cup of bitterness. The son, indeed has passed though severe trials and dangers, but he has youth and renewed strength before him, and there is no reason why the future should not largely atone for the misfortunes of the present. Such at least is the sincere hope of the whole community, who, during Mr. STOLDER's residence here have learned to appreciate his value.Modesto Bee, Friday, July 24, 1998
RALPH S. STOUT
Fresno Bee Republican, Wed. April 22, 1953
Funeral Services for Ralph S Stout, a Mariposa County justice of the peace.for 34 years will be conducted a 2 PM tomorrow in the Tiscornia & Ivers Chapel in Mariposa.
Rev. Herbert R Graves of the Mariposa Community Methodist Church will officiate and cremation will follow in the Evergreen Crematory in Merced.
Stout, 69 died Sunday in a Fresno convalescent home after a long illness.
Surviving him are four sons, R. Stanley Stout and Morgan Stout of Oakland, Thomas R Stout of North Bend, Ore., and Douglas Stout of Berkeley; three daughters, Mrs. Margaret Bowery of Chowchilla, Mrs. Patricia Martin and Mrs. Barbara Kreamer of Fresno and 11 grandchildren.
A native of Sussex, Wis. He had been a resident of Mariposa County for 41 years,
He was appointed justice of the peace of the fifth township in 1918 and served until his retirement under the lower court reorganization plan last January.
STOUT, Virgil Leonard
Fresno Bee Republican, Tuesday July 1, 1958
Mariposa (Mariposa Co)- Funeral services were held in the Tiscornia & Ivers Chapel her for Virgil Leonard Stout, 30, who died in Daly City, San Mateo County, of internal injuries.
The Rev. James Ligon of the Mount Bullion Community Church officiated and burial was in the Mariposa cemetery.
Stout was injured last week when a huge earthmover veered and crushed him against the water truck he was driving for a construction company.
H was born in Oklahoma and served in the army from 1948 to 1950. He was a resident of Midpines, and a member of the teamsters union.
He is survived by his widow, Audrey Anne Stout and a month old daughter, Frances Rose; his mother, Mrs. Ethel Clay of Fresno; his father Ross Stout of Oklahoma; four sisters, Janita Harter of Le Grand, Loretta Mode of Herlong?, and Phyllis and Cecella Clay of Fresno.
RUTH H. STRAIT
March 1, 1925 - July 22, 1998
Ruth H. Strait, 73, of Modesto died Wednesday at Arbor Valley Nursing and
Rehabilitation Center.
Mrs. Strait was a native of Turlock. She was a lifelong resident of
Modesto. She was a teacher aide at John F. Kennedy School from 1979 to
1985.
She is survived by her children, Corey Strait of Modesto, Chris Souza of
Denair and Earl Strait of Upper Lake; and three grandchildren.
A graveside service will be conducted at 2:30 p.m. today at Snelling
Cemetery, Snelling. The McHenry Chapel of Franklin & Downs in charge of
arrangements. Transcribed by Judy Ewbank
Nov. 23, 1878 Mariposa Gazette
(submitted by W. Disbro)
Death of J. M. STRONG. We take the following regarding the death of J.
M. STRONG, delegate from Mariposa and Merced counties to the
Constitutional
Convention, from a special dispatch to the San Francisco Bulletin,
dated
Nov. 19th. Colonel James Madison STRONG, delegate to the Convention
from
Mariposa and Merced, died at his room on K street at 2:15 o'clock this
morning. Deceased had been unwell for two or three weeks, but attended
the sittings of the Convention until Tuesday, when he was attacked with
chills and fever and has been since been confined to his room. The
chills
and fever were supplemented by pneumonia, and he grew
gradually worse. The attendant physician gave him over yesterday. His
wife
was telegraphed for yesterday afternoon. She is expected to
arrive to-day on the Eastern-bound train. Deceased was elected by
the
Convention to supply the vacancy caused by the demise of George M.
HARDWICK,
who died in the interim between the election in June and the assembling
of the Convention. Colonel STRONG was well known throughout the State
as
the pioneer with his brother in cotton growing in
California.
He proved that cotton can be successfully grown on the San Joaquin
Valley
plains; and although from prudential reasons he had not up to the
present time entered largely into the business, he was preparing plans
for the establishment of a cotton factory and the growing of the stable
on a large scale. Deceased was a southern man. He came to California
from
Mississippi, but was a native of Clark County, Georgia. He
was
born in 1831, and came to California in 1850. For some time after his
arrival
he was engaged in teaming, and in 1856 or 1859 he acted as Deputy
Sheriff
for Mariposa County. Deceased was a strong, well built man, and
one
of the last who might be expected to die before the Convention
completed
it's labors. He was an ultra Democrat, with strong Southern
sympathies.
He was a general favorite among the delegates from his genial
disposition
and his good, practical common sense. The flag at the Capitol is
at half mast out of respect to his memory. The deceased leaves a widow
and five children.
July 26, 1890 Mariposa Gazette
(Submitted by W. Disbro)
Reports reached here last Friday evening that John L. SULLIVAN had been
shot and killed by MULDOON. Up to going to press the rumor had not
been
confirmed, but it will not be a matter of surprise, should it be true,
as a man leading the violent and brutal life which he had, is sure,
sooner
or later, to die an unnatural death.
SUTRO, Adolph
August 13, 1898 Mariposa Gazette
(submitted by W. Disbro)
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 in spite 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.
A native of Cornwall, England, aged 25 years. Died At the Mary Harrison
Mine, near Coulterville, December 15th, 1876
TATE, John D.
July 9,1881 Mariposa Gazette
(submitted by W. Disbro)
Dead - John D. TATE, formerly a resident of this county, and partner of Victor AMY in a restaurant in this town, died recently in a San Francisco hospital of cancer of the stomach.
January 30, 1886 Mariposa Gazette
(submitted by W. Disbro)
A YOUNG LADY DROWNED. Coroner's Inquest, Etc.
Last Sunday (January 24th) our citizens were astounded at the terrible news received that a young lady had been drowned in Mariposa creek. It was sometime before it could be correctly ascertained who the unfortunate one was, but before the day was spent it was finally settled upon Miss Amanda Catherine TAYLOR who was the unfortunate one. She was a sister to the wife of George PRICE, who was present when the accident occurred, and who in attempting to save her sister came near losing her own life. It appears that on Sunday, the 24th instant, at the residence of George PRICE, on Pea Ridge, a party consisting of Mrs. PRICE, Amanda TAYLOR and Josie NICHOLS made it up to take a horseback ride and visit the family of Dorsey RAMSDEN's, which was only a few miles distant and near Bridgeport. In going to RAMSDEN's it was necessary to cross Mariposa Creek at a point near where Mr. WILCOX'S and family resides, on the opposite side from their approach to the creek. Mr. WILCOX's home is so situated that anyone approaching from the opposite side of the creek can be seen. As the little party arrived at the opposite bank of the creek, they were observed by Mr. WILCOX, who being fully aware of the great rise in the creek caused by the late rains, knew full well the danger in attempting to cross, hastened with all possible speed to forewarn the travelers, whoever they might be, of danger before them. The testimony taken before a Coroner's Jury is as follows: Josie NICHOLS testified: We left home about half past twelve, Mrs. PRICE, Miss TAYLOR and myself to go out riding. We went directly to the river, near the residence of Isaac WILCOX. I was riding in advance when we reached the river. I stopped when we reached the river and asked if we should cross. Miss TAYLOR made some response, but I could not understand what she said. Then she rode into the river. I started with her. She seemed to get into a wash out where the water was very deep and as the horse stepped into it she fell off backward. When she fell from her horse I turned and went back. Mrs. PRICE did not ride into the water with us, but as soon as she saw her sister fall she jumped from her horse and ran into the water to save her. She did not reach her sister, but was washed from her feet and taken down the stream. Miss TAYLOR held to the bridle for some distance after she was thrown. The mare turned and pulled the bridle out of her hand. I watched them till she went over the falls, short distance below. Then I got on my horse and came home. Miss TAYLOR was a resident of Fresno Flat. She was 20 years old in February. She was born in California. Isaac WILCOX testified: Yesterday afternoon I came to the outer door of my house and saw three women approaching the river. Before I had time to give any warning one of them plunged in; I was running to the creek. When I got close enough to the creek to see, I saw a horse turning in the creek: a woman had him by the bridle. She was right under the horse, the horse was appeared to be treading her under the water. Just before I got to the creek, from some unknown cause, she let go of the bridle and righted to her feet, stood up. She was hardly strait till the current swept her away. I saw her pass over the falls, she was not drowned, she was hallooing. She then passed from my sight. I made my way as fast as I could over the rough rocks; it is very rough and rocky on this side of the creek. I came up to her, she asked me if I could save her, I told her I could if she could hold till I could get a rope; it would be impossible for me to get her; if I did we would both drown. I started for a rope, but did not go but a few yards till I met my wife coming with a rope. We went back. My oldest son came up in the meantime. I threw the rope. The first time she missed catching it I threw it a second time and she caught it, I then told her to hold the rope in one hand and try to get her riding skirt off with the other. She succeeded in getting her riding skirt loose from her person. By this time my son Harvey came up with another rope, being fearful that the first was not sufficiently strong to draw her ashore, we passed her the second. I then told her to make a fast hold with those ropes and we would bring her ashore. I think at the time she was in a kneeling position in the water. My wife, my oldest son, my daughter and myself had hold of the ropes. I then told him to see if she could stand. She immediately rose to her feet and in an instant they were swept from under her by the current. We drew her ashore after we got her on her feet. After we got her on her feet this women proved to be Mrs. George PRICE. By this time the other lady had disappeared from sight. Henry WILCOX testified: I was sitting in the house, I heard the shrieks of Women. I jumped up and ran down to the creek. One of them was holding the bridle reins of the horse and the other was floating down the creek. She disappeared over the falls. By some means the other lost her hold of the bridle rein and she also went over the falls. I ran to where the lady was sitting on gravel. She hallooed to me to save her sister, that she could hold on where she was. I ran on down the creek a hundred yards or more, the other lady was hallooing to me all the time. She came to a deep hole of water and disappeared. When she came up again she never spoke any more, I saw she was drowned and saw no more of her. I then went up to Mr. RAMSDEN's to get help to go hunt for this other lady. I got Homer, Jim, Hub and Charles RAMSDEN. We went down the creek about a mile or mile and a half. We found the body lodged on a little tree out in the creek. I had a rope with me. Homer RAMSDEN waded out and put the rope on the lady. We then pulled her ashore. Then Hub RAMSDEN, Jim RAMSDEN and myself went and got some boards and made a kind of litter and brought her home. It was about three hours from the time she went over the falls till we took her body out of the water. I was told the body was that of Miss TAYLOR. That is all I know except we brought her home and laid her in an adjoining room.
TEMPLE, Mrs. Elvira
July 21, 1881 Mariposa Gazette
(submitted by W. Disbro)
Death of Mrs. TEMPLE - This lady, whose death is announced elsewhere in this paper, is the widow of Thomas TEMPLE, who died here sometime in March 1880. She leaves three children, Mrs. Harry LIND, George W. TEMPLE, Justice of the Peace of this place, and Johnnie TEMPLE, who resides somewhere in the northern portion of the State. The TEMPLE family came from Ohio and settled in this county and town about the year 1862. Mr. and Mrs. TEMPLE were most remarkable for the quiet and unobtrusive manners, perfectly harmless and at peace with the all the world. She had been sick for about seven weeks with typhoid-pneumonia. The funeral took place on Sunday last and was attended by a large concourse of friends and acquaintances, who followed the remains to the Masonic Cemetery, where the ceremonies were performed by Mr. George COUNTS.
TERRY, Infant
August 15, 1863 Mariposa Free Press
(submitted by W Disbro)
In Mariposa, August 3d, the infant SON of Mr. and Mrs. TERRY; aged 8
days.
TERRY, Col. E. S.
February 6, 1892 Mariposa Gazette
(submitted by W. Disbro)
Col. E. S. TERRY.
The death of this gentleman, which occurred in San Francisco January 29th, will recall to the minds of many of our older citizens, the memory of the TERRY family. Col. E. S. TERRY came to Mariposa some time in the Fifties, and remained until long after his children had grown to man and womanhood. He was at one time, owner of a large livery business on the stand now occupied by McELLIGOTT Bros., and is remembered as a genial pleasant man. After leaving Mariposa he made his home in Calaveras County, for a number of years. Some of his children yet reside near Angels Camp. His daughter, Mrs. A. M. SWANEY lives in San Francisco.
Peter TESTOR
March 28, 1863 ? Mariposa Free Press
(submitted by W Disbro)
Found Dead - The Merced Banner of Saturday last, has the following: A man named Peter TESTOR, was found dead about a mile above Merced Falls, yesterday afternoon. When the body was found, it was lying under a cliff of rocks, with a large stone, supposed to be at least 200 pounds weight, lying upon the breast, and the skull bone was mashed. It is supposed that the deceased was walking upon the edge of the cliff, and that the stone gave way, precipitating him to the bottom together with the rocks. An inquest will be held upon the body today.
THAYER, Mary
April 27, 1889 Mariposa Gazette
(submitted by W Disbro)
At Pine City, Mariposa County, Cal., April 17th, 1889 Mrs. Mary E.
THAYER,
aged 58 years and 2 months.
THAYER, Nell
Fresno Bee Republican, November 04, 1954
Elderly Woman Dies
in Mariposa Cottage Blaze
Mariposa, Mariposa Co- Death Came tragically to one of Mariposa's most
beloved residents, a little old lady with a twinkle in her bright eyes
and a good word for every one she knew.
Mrs. Nell Thayer at 84, the oldest member of the California Congress of
Social Work, and whose record of helpfulness to others never has been
surpassed even in this friendly foothill community, was burned to death
in the little cottage in which she lived alone on nearby Indian Peak.
How the fire started has not been determined. Her charred body
was found on the remains of the old fashioned iron bed on which she
had slept for 50 years, and there was no indication that she had
awakened in time to try to escape the flames.
A native of Indiana, Mrs. Thayer had lived in Mariposa County more than
a half century. She was a retired school teacher, but in the pursuit of
other activities there was no such thing as retirement.
ACTIVE IN COMMUNITY
She worked wholeheartedly in the cause of everything which benefited
humanity and her community. She helped to organize the Red Cross
here almost 40 years ago, and headed the chapter for many years.
She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary and other
organizations to which she gave unstilted time.
When plans were made for the centennial celebration of the Mariposa
County courthouse last Spring, MRs. Thayer was one of the first to
offer her services. Almost every day she was in town, lending a
hand here, making a suggestion there.
Few ever saw her when she wasn't smiling and her good cheer and
friendliness were as remarkable as her vitality.
At 83 Mrs. Thayer took charge of a blood bank program, covering the
entire county to solicit donations to replenish a dwindling supply.
Because of her activity and the fact she might just as well be found
one place as another, her neighbors were not worried about her safety
when her cottage caught fire. They did not think she was home,
and there was no outcry from within the little house which was burning
too fiercely to permit entry by the time friends reached it.
IT was not until the flames had died down and the embers cooled that
the body of the kindly little old lady of the mountains was found.
Funeral arrangements are being made by the Tiscornia & Ivers
Chapel. Surviving are three children, E.L. Thayer of El Portal, Henry G
Thayer of Berkeley and Mrs. Ruth Truitt of Walnut Creek.
THERAMI, Thomas
January 13, 1894 Mariposa Gazette
(submitted by W. Disbro)
Another Pioneer Gone
Thomas THERAMI one of the early pioneers of Mariposa County died at his residence in Bear Valley, a week ago last Wednesday night after a brief illness. The funeral took place the following Friday afternoon and was largely attended. Deceased was a man of unblemished integrity and was an ardent supporter of whatever cause he espoused. His death adds another link to that long chain of deaths that is so rapidly closing from view the eventful scenes of early life in California. Deceased was a single man and a native of Corsica.
THOMAS, John
January 28, 1865 Mariposa Free Press
(submitted by W. Disbro)
Fatal Casualty.- A fatal accident occurred at Hite's Cove on Friday of last week, in the mine owned by John Hite. A man by the name of John Thomas, one of the miners, was engaged in tamping a blast, when from some cause unknown the charge ignited and prematurely exploded, instantly killing him. Deceased was a Welshman by birth, and only about 24 years of age. He was a industrious and worthy man and universally esteemed by his acquaintances. His body was brought to Mariposa for burial, and the funeral took place Saturday last.
Richard B. THOMAS, County Surveyor, Drowned
By F. H. WOODARD, whose stage arrived here last Saturday afternoon, and who was himself, the first to discover the sad calamity, was brought the sad news of the drowning if our County Surveyor, Richard B. THOMAS, which occurred on Thursday, March 6th, at the crossing of Bear Creek on the main road about one mile west of Andrew ZINKAND's toll house and residence. Mr. THOMAS left early in the week to do some surveying in the lower portion of the county, and was on his return home, to Mariposa. Before arriving at the fatal spot, he was informed by someone at Slattery's toll house, that the late rain had swollen the waters of the creek to a unusual height, and it was enjoined upon him to be careful, which he seemed to heed, and stated that if he found it as represented, he would return and stop for the night. This was about 11 A.M., Thursday, and it was raining hard at the time. In his eagerness to get home, Mr. THOMAS pursued his way, and as results have shown, he attempted to cross the creek and this was the last known of him until in the afternoon of the next day, Friday, when Mr. WOODARD with his stage, came along, and finding the creek high and dangerous, commenced his return to Slattery's, when he discovered a horse standing in the creek some 300 yards below the crossing. He stopped and recognizing the horse, he endeavored to drive him out of the creek by throwing stones and hallooing at him, but he appeared immovable from some cause, and as it was raining hard and getting late, Mr. WOODARD hastened his retreat back to Slattery's for the night. After reciting what he had seen in regard to the horse, it was at once predicted by the people at Slattery's, what misfortune had befallen Mr. THOMAS in attempting to cross Bear Creek. Information of the probable accident was sent to the nearest neighbors, and early Saturday morning, several people had collected at Slattery's, who proceeded to the creek, about two miles distant. The horse was found in the water in the same position and place seen by Mr. WOODARD the evening before, fastened to some of the gearing of the vehicle which has gone to pieces and was scattered along the creek. The body of Mr. Thomas was found about 100 yards below the crossing caught fast in some bushes, was taken out and upon examination, one of his legs was found broken in two places and otherwise bruised. He must of have tried to extricate himself from his overcoat as it was half off and hanging on one arm. The body was brought to town last Saturday afternoon by Mr. STOCKTON, and taken to the home of the deceased. The body before being recovered had lain in the creek from Thursday about noon till Saturday morning. An inquest was held on Sunday and the Coroners Jury found the facts to be accidental drowning. Deceased had been a resident of Mariposa county since 1852, and for many years has held the position of County Surveyor, and United States Deputy Mineral Surveyor of Mariposa county. He was a native of Virginia and aged 71 years. He leaves at the old home, Franktown, Northampton county, Virginia, three aged sisters and his sister-in-law, widow of Capt. THOMAS, who are and have been dependent on the husband and brother in California for a support. At the death of his brother, Capt. J. W. THOMAS, who died August 23d, 1882, the family were left with but one fond lingering hope, which rested in there brother here, who has been so unexpectedly cut off. Their prayers to see him once more, are left to disappointment and grief. He had told several, he contemplated a visit to his home ass soon as he could arrange his business and should take the body of his brother John with him. The funeral was largely attended on Monday at the Masonic cemetery, where deceased was laid away in the silent tomb. This sacred spot is now designated by two similar mounds of earth, where lie two brothers who together from boys to manhood, have enjoyed the comforts of the world, and battled manfully against the vicissitudes of life. They are quietly sleeping without a loved one near to shed a tear, leaving behind a record of well spent lives and the high esteem in which they were held by their friends and acquaintances here. Rev. Joel HEDGEPETH officiated in the funeral ceremonies, and the large number present indicated the sorrow felt at the untimely loss of one who was a most useful citizen to the community.
THOMAS, Richard G
Modesto Bee and News-Herald, Aug. 19, 1942
SERVICES ARE HELD FOR RESIDENT OF HORNITOS
MERCED- Aug. 19- Graveside services for Richard G Thomas, Hornitos resident, who died Monday in his home, were held today in the Hornitos Cemetery under the direction of the Ivers and Alcord Mortuary.
Thomas, a veteran of the first World War, is survived by a brother, William Thomas of San Francisco, and a sister, Mrs. Urth /Ruth ? Lindvall of Grass Valley.-transcribe by cdf
Mrs. R. W. THOMAS
Gazette-Mariposan, Saturday, Jan 25, 1902, Vol 2, No.46
(submitted by Roberta Richards Peeples: rpeeples@mother.com)
Death of Mrs. Thomas- Mrs. R. W. Thomas died on Wednesday afternoon at Hornitos. Her death was caused by consumption, from which she had been a long sufferer. She was a devoted wife and mother and had the respect of all who knew her. She leaves a husband and five small children. (Deceased was Eveline JOSE THOMAS, born Oct. 1869 in New Jersey, wife of Richard W.THOMAS born Feb. 1849 in Cornwall, England. Surviving children were Richard age 14, Merle age 10, William J. age 8, Ruth Bernice age 5, and Arthur C. age 23 months.)THOMAS, William
THOMPSON, David
July 17, 1886 Mariposa Gazette
(submitted by W. Disbro)
David THOMPSON, a well known resident of Merced and Mariposa counties died on Monday last while being brought from Ivetts place Merced River. He was a member of the Good Templar's, Cathey's Valley, and was an artist of fair ability.
THOMPSON, Jonas
May 11,1878 Mariposa Gazette
(submitted by W. Disbro)
Another Diabolical Murder. On Thursday morning last another cold blooded and cowardly murder was committed in this county. The victim was Jonas THOMPSON, an old and highly esteemed citizen, who resides on Striped Rock, a tributary of Chowchilla. Word was brought to town about eleven o'clock on Thursday of the shooting, by young Laird, who had stopped at THOMPSON'S to get a drink; he says that when he rode up to the door, it was closed; but THOMPSON hearing him, called to him from the inside, and told him to come in; that when he opened the door he saw THOMPSON lying on the floor, and asked him if he was sick; THOMPSON replied that he was shot, and requested to go for a doctor. Laird then went to WHITNEY's, some two or three miles distant, and sent him to THOMPSON’s, and came on to town for a doctor. Doctor's WARD and KAVANAUGH immediately repaired to the scene, and rendered the unfortunate man all the assistance that was possible; but it was soon apparent to the doctor's that the work of the assassin was but to complete. From Doctor Ward we get the following additional facts, as they were told to him by THOMPSON, and by a personal examination of the surroundings: The doctors arrived at the place about three o'clock, and found THOMPSON very weak, and suffering great pain. They administered stimulants and opium, which gave him some relief. Thompson told them that at about eight o'clock in the morning he had gone out into his garden and was stooping or kneeling by a small walnut tree, for the purpose of examining it, when he was shot in the back from a pile of rocks near by; that he walked to his house as quickly as possible for fear of another shot, went inside, took down his gun, and then pulled a mattress unto the floor and laid down on it, with his gun by his side. An examination of the wound showed that he had been shot in the back, the ball entering on the left side of the backbone, passing through the left lung, and coming out under the pelvic bone; thence it passed into the right thigh, from where it was extracted by the doctors. THOMPSON was perfectly rational until his death, and said that he did not know that he had a enemy in the world. It was known that THOMPSON had some little money, and the object of the murder was probably to get possession of it; but as he had missed his mark; and though he knew that he was a murderer at heart, he very likely left the spot thinking that THOMPSON was unhurt. It is but a few months since another murder of the same kind was committed, for which the guilty party was sentenced to the State Prison for life. Thus it seems that the fear of imprisonment does not act as a check upon the cowardly murderer and, although we are not in favor of mob violence, still, in extreme cases, and where the quilt can be fixed without the possibility of a doubt, a little off-hand work might be effective in bringing about a better state of affairs. Mr. THOMPSON was a native of Sweden, and was about fifty-three years of age.
THOMPSON, Peer
January 6, 1883 Mariposa Gazette
(submitted by W Disbro)
In Cathey's Valley, Mariposa County, January 3rd, 1883, Peer THOMPSON,
aged 83, native of Virginia.
Rose THOMPSON
Mariposa Gazette July 16, 1926
(submitted by Tom Hilk)
Mrs. Rose Thompson, Co's Oldest Citizen, Summoned
Mrs. Rose G. Thompson aged 98 years, 6 months, 15 days, died at her home in Mariposa at 3 o'clock last Monday morning after a brief illness brought on by a fall and exposure a few days ago. She was the widow of the late Jacob Thompson who passed away in Mariposa three years ago, the couple having been married here in 1875. For many years they lived at the well known Thompson ranch about 8 miles east of Mariposa on the Wawona road, removing to Mariposa upon disposing of their ranch property. Mrs. Hattie Ayres of Piedmont, a niece, and Miss Laura Berry, a grand niece, were present at the funeral. Mr. Thompson was a veteran of the Civil War and Mrs. Thompson served many months as a nurse during this strife between the north and the south. Funeral services were held at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 13th, interment being in the Mariposa public cemetery.
Samuel B. THOMPSON
November 1, 1884 Mariposa Gazette
(submitted by W. Disbro)
Many of the friends and old-timers will regret to learn of the death of Samuel B. THOMPSON, formerly of Cathey's Valley and brother of Joseph THOMPSON. He died about a month ago at his home in Almance County North Carolina. He left here some two years ago with a view to spending the remainder of his days at the old old home, which he did and has passed off to the other shore, where many of his old associates have gone before. We felt at the time of parting with Sam, that we should never see him again, for he was not in the best of health. He was noted for his social qualities and his goodness of heart. He would go to the bottom of his pocket for the last dollar whenever charity was asked of him for a laudable purpose. In Sam B THOMPSON the world has parted with a man whose heart knew no wrong, and the earth has recalled to its kindred dust one whose life was well spent, and by his many virtues will ever be cherished in the memory of those left behind.
After many days of suffering, Frederica THORN, born April 30th, 1888, died and passed away from loving friends of earth life, Sept. 22, 1890. From the home nest of little happy chattering voices, one in silenced. Yet for those who miss and mourn the loss, there is hope in the silence of thought that even the best of friends cannot give. A yearning of heart, which teaches more than naught else, that the loved and lost to us here, have but gone before.(Abstracted from two unmarked, undated clippings, probably the Mariposa Gazette and Madera Tribune)
THORN, Marcus
Mariposa Gazette, April 15, 1905- submitted by Harriet SturkKilled in Korea. Marcus Thorn Meets Death in a Mine accident.
Marcus Thorn was killed in a mine accident Korea, was the sad news received Thursday night by a cablegram from Honolulu. His brother, Joe Thorn, went the dispatch from there being on his way home with the body. No details of the accident have been received. A first dispatch was sent, stating that Marcus had been seriously injured, that the shock might not be so severe on his relatives. Soon after same the second message, stating the still sadder news. The accident happened during the fore part of last month. The sad event is most severe to his relatives and his mother was completely prostrated. It is not alone of the greatest sadness to the family, but the entire community is filled with sorrow and regret at the young man's
untimely death. He had but recently reached manhood and there are none who seemed to have a brighter future. His sterling worth, force of character and genial nature made him friends wherever he was known, and the sorrow of these friends is full and sincere. About a year ago he went to Korea to accept a position in one of the mines there. Those who wished him God-speed little thought how was would be his return.
The members of the family are his father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. J.F. Thorn; three sisters, Mrs. E. A. Ridgway, Misses Bessie and May Thorn; and two brothers, George M. and Jos. F. Thorn. The heartfelt sympathy of the
community goes out to them in their bereavement. The body is expected to arrive here on April 21st.
> * * *Mariposa Gazette, April 22, 1905
Death of Marcus Thorn.
Caused by a fall --- Funeral Services tomorrow AfternoonSince the sad news of the death of Marcus Thorn in far-away Korea was received last week, no particulars of the accident were received until yesterday. From George Thorn, who went to meet his brother Joe, who returned from Korea with the ashes of his brother, it was learned that on March 12th Marcus was going up a ladder in a chute in the Maibung mine.
In some way he lost his footing and fell a distance of 150 feet. He was at once taken out of the mine and while he lived for several hours after the accident he never regained consciousness. His death was due to violent concussion of the brain as the only injuries were on the head. His brother, Joe Thorn, who was twenty-five miles away, was at once notified by telephone, and arrived before Marcus died. He at once took the body to Japan and endeavored to have it embalmed in order to bring it home. This he was unable to have done and was obliged to have the body cremated. The ashes were brought home with him.Funeral services will be held at the family residence in Mariposa tomorrow
(Sunday). April 23rd, at 2 o'clock p. m. Funeral ceremonies and interment will be conducted at Masonic ceremony by
Mariposa Lodge, No. 24, F. and A. M., of which lodge deceased was a member.
* * *Mariposa Gazette, April 29th
Funeral of Marcus Thorn
A Large Throng Attended the Obsequies.The Funeral of Marcus Thorn was held last Sunday afternoon. At the family
residence services were conducted, Rev. C. W. Long preaching the funeral
sermon and a choir singing appropriate hymns.The funeral procession to the cemetery was the largest that has been seen
here in years. Friends of the deceased from all parts of the county and
from adjoining counties attended to pay the last tribute of respect to the
memory of one for whom all entertained the highest regard.The metal urn containing the ashes of the departed was escorted to the
cemetery by the members and visitors of Mariposa Lodge, No. 24, F. and A.
M., of which lodge he was a popular and respected member.J. . Weiler, F. F. Miller, . E. Bertken and Nelson Clow were the pall
bearers. G. E. Nordgren of Merced was the funeral director.At the grave the urn was deposited in a white draped casket and interred
with Masonic ceremonies. A hymn was rendered by the choir, and the vast
throng departed, filled with regrets that so promising a life was so soon
closed. The grave was covered with a profusion of floral pieces and
flowers.Information concerning Marcus Thorn obtained from: "Cleanings From the
Mariposa County Newspaper, Volume 2,
1898 - 1909" complied by Thomas D. Hilk
MARY E. THORN - March 3, 1924
Died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. James P. MCELLIGOTT, in MARIPOSA, Mrs. MARY E. THORN, was 84 years old. (b. Mary 6, 1857) Mrs. Thorn was the daughter of Edward and Mary Ann COLLINS, and born in CORNWALL, England. She traveled across the Atlantic ocean and on over the Isthmus of Panama when but a tiny baby in her mothers arms, in 1858, with her parents and brother Edward when she was 19 months old. Her father, Edward COLLINS, Sr., had come from England several years earlier and settled at Mariposa, when he engaged in gold mining and also employed as a supervisor by FREMONT in the Mariposa mines. She attended school in Mariposa until the family moved to Quartzburg, where she was married to Frank F. Thorn, son of Colonel Thomas THORN, founder of Quartzburg. In the 1890's she and Mr. THORN returned to Mariposa to make their home. Mr. THORN'S death occurred a few years back, but Mrs. still had her home here. Mrs. Joseph BARCROFT of Madera, and Mrs. Charles PETTIS of Mariposa are her sisters, and John W. COLLINS, for 32 years supervisor of district number one, is her brother. All are still living.Mariposa Gazette, August 27, 1898
Tom THORN
On Sunday last work 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 containing 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 59 years of age at the time of his death.September 9, 1882 Mariposa Gazette
Eli THURMAN
Another gone - Eli THURMAN whose death is announced, was an old resident of Hornitos where he lived for 20 or 24 years and raised a family. He held the office of Constable for many years and was generally liked by all who knew him.
THURMAN
September 9, 1882 Mariposa Gazette
THURMAN- In Merced, September 3d, 1882, Eli THURMAN, a native of
Tennessee,
aged 60 years
In Hannibal, Missouri, January 15th, 1883, after a lingering illness, Fannie, beloved wife of James THURMAN, formerly of Hornitos, aged twenty- five years.
Age 22, young and died at his mother's their oldest son of Mrs. M. Tiscornia of Merced last Saturday afternoon from a complication of disorders brought on two years ago by a serious case of influenza. Harold was born at Coulterville and spent all of his earlier life there. About four years ago he moved to Merced where he was employed at the LOUNSBURY garage and later as chauffeur for the San Joaquin Light and Power Company. Harold was a boy of sunny disposition, always ready to perform a service for his friends and neighbors. He made a brave fight for life but gradually the affliction sapped away his strength and he had to give up his young life and go to his reward. His many playmates and schoolmates now scattered far and wide will bow their heads with sorrow when they learn of Harold passing. Besides his mother, he is survived by a brother, George and a sister Mrs. Frank GARBARINO of Merced County. Funeral services were held at Coulterville on Tuesday by the Christian Science church of Merced, interment being made in the family plot beside his father, Victor TISCORNIA who died several years ago.June 28, 1890 Mariposa Gazette
TOOHY, Patrick
Patrick TOOHY died at the County Hospital last Friday from injuries received four days before. He was employed by Patrick REILLY, whose farm is five miles East of Merced. TOOHY and another man were engaged in hauling grain with a eight mule team, and with two wagons coupled together. The fastenings became uncoupled, and, TOOHY undertook to make them fast again, and for this purpose took hold of the tongue while the other man hitched two mules to the rear wagon in order to bring it close enough for TOOHY to make the coupling. Just at the moment the end of the tongue was near the rear axle of the front wagon, TOOHY, who had hold of it, attempted to pass in front of it. The tongue caught him in the stomach and pinned him to the axle, almost passing through his body. He was brought to the County Hospital and lingered until noon of last Friday. He was a native of Ireland and 40 years old. - Star, June 26th.April 18, 1891 Mariposa Gazette
TISDALL, William
Drowned- On Friday April 10th, the dead body of William TISDALL was found in a water hole, about sixty yards from his cabin, in the vicinity of Gentry's Gulch, in this county. He was a native of Ireland, aged sixty-one years.November 16, 1889 Mariposa Gazette
TOBY, Phil
Phil. TOBY, an old-time stage driver of this valley, died at Madera on Saturday. Mr. TOBY was a member in good standing of Snelling Lodge, I.O.O.F. Deceased was well known in this county, having been employed by WASHBURN & Co. for many years.Mariposa Gazette, May 28, 1910
TOM, Louisa Pa-Ko-Ma-Nie
Oakland Tribune- January 29, 1956
The last burial to be allowed in the Yosemite Cemetery near the Administration Building in Yosemite National Park took place a few days ago when remnants of the Miwok Indian tribe gathered to pay final respects to Louisa Pa-Ko-Ma-Nie Tom, 108 year old widow of Bridgeport Tom, medicine man. The previous burial in Yosemite Cemetery was in 1934, and park officials say no more will be permitted. But they did grant Louisa's dying wish and allowed her to be buried beside her mother. Much of the ancient Indian ceremony was missing as the aged Louisa was laid to rest. Although 69 Indians were gathered at the graveside rites, only Leanna Tom, more than 90 years of age, chanted a farewell. Leanna Tom was a sister of Louisa, and also a widow of Bridgeport Tom. Park Officials had hope they could make a tape recording of the Indian burial ceremonies, but they afterwards reported that tribe members seemed reluctant about the proposal so they didn't press the request. Although Louisa was born in Yosemite Valley she was nat an Ah-wah-nee-chee. Her father was a Piute; her mother a Yo-Semite. Park officials say she was a member of the Miwok tribe. She is survived by 21 grandchildren, 35 great-great grandchildren. But even more interesting is the fact that, should the deceased widow's age properly computed, she would have been 3 years old when James D. Savage led the Mariposa battalion into Yosemite Valley during a chase after Chief Ten-ie-ya and his tribesmen in 1851, thus becoming the first white men to see the magnificent Yosemite. This would also make Louisa but 7 years of age when J M Hutchings and his companions visited Yosemite Valley in 1855, the first party of tourists to find the trail.=- transcribed by c feroben
Edmund TOMLINSON Dead
Mariposa Gazette, May 28, 1910 Edmund Tomlinson died at his apartment on 18th street on Thursday evening from tuberculosis. Mr. Tomlinson owned a large tract of land near Le Grand adjoining the well known Raynor to these gentlemen he referred his attendants for all arrangements pertaining to the disposition of the body. Mr. Tomlinson was about sixty years of age and seemed to be quite alone in the world -- Merced Express, May 21September 5, 1885 Mariposa Gazette
TORRE, Joseph
MONDAY, 31 MAY 1869
Stockton Daily Independent
DIED -- near Colorado, May 25th, Joseph TORRE, a native of Balangali, Italy, aged 32 years.
MARIPOSA ITEMS -- We clip from the 'Gazette' of May 28th --
-A terrible accident occurred on Tuesday afternoon, last at the Feliciana quartz mine, situated near Colorado, which resulted in the death of 2 Italian miners named Joseph CUNEO and Joseph TORRE. [The 'Mail' gives the names Gio CURRO and Gio ZERGA.] There were 2 shifts working in the mine, one at the south and the other at the north end. The 2 miners in the north end quit at the accustomed hour in the evening, but the other 2 not making their appearance at the usual time they went to where they worked and found that 30 or 40 tons of earth had caved on their companions. The alarm was soon given and after several hours hard work the bodies were recovered, being close together and terribly mangled. 5 men have lost their lives in this mine inside of 4 years -- 3 were killed by an explosion of powder in it in Oct., 1865.
transcribed by Dee S
Henry Wright TOTTEN
Death of Henry Wright TOTTEN.
Last Saturday, one week ago to-day at Bear Valley, Henry Wright TOTTEN bid adieu to all there is of earth. He had been in failing health for a couple of years, in fact longer, for he was, we understand, about the last of a noble band of fellows, ten or fifteen in number, who were employed at the Benton Mills quite a number of years ago, when the dry crushing process of quartz rock, a new invention which was in vogue and was pushed upon the company by an inventor, and which ultimately cost the lives of about all who where engaged at the immediate work. The deathly cause which ensued, was the inhaling of the dust arising from the dry process, which inflated the lungs and generated a loathsome disease to the laborers. The deceased was a pioneer to this county, and was a man of remarkable evenness of temper and good disposition. His most amiable qualities had won for him a lasting esteem from all who ever became acquainted with him. He was greatly beloved by the great number of foreigners living about Bear Valley, even celestials looked upon the corpse with marked respect and followed him to the grave. The funeral which took place on Monday last, was largely attended considering the sparse population in that region. Quite a number from Mariposa, Princeton, Coulterville, Hunter's Valley and Hornitos were present. The services were by Judge O'CONNOR, who delivered the discourse with much feeling and sympathy. The deceased was a carpenter and had been living about Bear Valley a great many years. For several years he boarded and lived with Mrs. RICE, the proprietress of the hotel, who has labored hard to make him comfortable during the time of his illness. He was a native of Maryland, aged 55 years.Jan. 19, 1878 Mariposa Gazette
TRABUCCO A Crazy Murderer - A Crazy Murderer
At Bear Valley last Wednesday night, there occurred another tragical scene in which a man- an Italian- named Andrew ROCCO was the principle actor. His mind may have been frenzied from the influence of liquor, but his acts showed a premeditation of what he afterwards attempted to do. He first went to the store of Mrs. TRABUCCO and stated to her he was hungry- had nothing to eat for three days. She gave him supper. After eating he arose and approached Mrs. TRABUCCO and snatched her infant babe from her lap, and at the same moment struck her on the head with a pick which he had in his hand, saying at the same time he intended to kill her. Just at this time John Baptiste, Mrs. TRABUCCO's son, a lad of 13 years, happened to be in the kitchen near by, and hearing the screams of his mother ran immediately to her relief, and with remarkable forethought and presence of mind for so young a lad, he grabbed a pick and dealt such a forcible blow upon the head of ROCCO that it knocked him down, thereby enabling his mother to escape out of the front door into the street, and the babe which he gathered up, and himself out the back door of the store. ROCCO pursued, but the screams of Mrs. TRABUCCO had given the alarm, which brought together some of the next-door ladies, who were discovered by ROCCO which changed his course of pursuit from Mrs. TRABUCCO to them. They fled to a house and locked the door behind them, which ROCCO forced open, at the same time he encountered a old man, whose name we did not learn, and assaulted him by biting a piece out of his lip and biting his fingers. About this time he was captured and taken before Justice QUIEROLO, and after examination was held to $2,000 bail under two distinct charges: that of mayhem, and that of an assault with intent to commit murder, in default of which he was lodged in the jail at Mariposa.
Modesto Bee and News-Herald, May 2, 1968
Mrs. Trabucco, Mariposa Store Cofounder, Dies
MARIPOSA - The rosary will be recited at 8 pm tomorrow in the Tiscornia & Ivers Chapel for MRs. Catherine B TRABUCCO, 93, of Mariposa, a resident of this community for 76 years, who died yesterday in the Fremont Hospital.
A requiem mass will be celebrated Saturday in St. Joseph's Catholic Church. Burial will be in the Mariposa Catholic Cemetery.
A native of San Francisco, she marred the late John Trabucco who died here in 1954. They began operation of the Trabucco General Merchandise Store here in 1894 and it has been operated by the family ever since. It is now part of the Trabucco Shopping Center. c feroben
Mariposa Gazette, February 5, 1942
FUNERAL SERVICES HELD
AT HORNITOS FOR
MRS. CHONA TRABUCCO
Funeral services were held Tuesday morning, February 3rd, at 11 o'clock,
from the hornitos Catholic Church for Mrs. Chona Trabucco, 55, a native
of Hornitos, who died at the Merced hospital Saturday night, January
31st, after an illness of several months.
She was the daughter of Mr. And Mrs. Ygnasio Busano, early settlers of
Hornitos, and the widow of the late Fred Trabucco who passed way several
years ago. Practically her entire lifetime had been spent in the
vicinity of Hornitos.
Surviving relatives are one daughter, Mrs. Isabel Trabucco; two sons,
Louis and Joseph Trabucco, all of Hornitos; a sister, Mrs. Pat Garatte
of Atwater and four brothers, Rosenda Busano of Hornitos, Percy Busano
of Turlock, Ygnasio Busano of Fresno and Tom Busano of Sacramento; two
grandchildren, Christine and Frank Bartholome, who had made their home
with their grandmother for a number of years.
A rosary was held Monday night at 8:30 at the Ivers and Alcorn Mission
Chapel and services were read at the Hornitos cemetery. The Rev. Father
Matthew O’Brien of Mariposa officiated.
Mrs. Eleanore TRABUCCO
Mariposa Gazette Aug. 1923
Lady of Bear Valley is Summoned age 82 a native of Sestri, Italy, passed away at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Dilida BERTKEN, of Mariposa on Tuesday, August 7, 1923 at one o'clock p.m. Mrs. TRABUCCO's health had been failing for a number of years but recently her condition grew critical and her passing which was quiet and peaceful, was not unexpected by her many relatives. This closes the life of a member of one of Mariposa County's most prominate and highly respected families. Born at Sestri in sunny Italy, Aug. 15, 1841 and married to Louis TRABUCCO, October 23, 1860. Following the marriage the couple came directly to Bear Valley where they conducted a general merchandise store for more than 50 years. Mrs. TRABUCCO managing the business after the death of her husband on August 6, 1883. His death occurring just 40 years and 1 day previous to his widow. Mrs. TRABUCCO was known throughout the county for the many deeds of kindness and charity to those in need and distress. When Bear Valley was a thriving city and the hardships of the early pioneers were many, her charity and sympathy was always first to be extended. Today only a few of those pioneers with whom her early life was closely associated, remain to pay a last solemn tribute at the bier of a "true and loyal friend." Her life was greatly devoted to her children, and to them was accorded the deepest tenderness, love and care as well as the best advantages and opportunities for education and advancement. Mrs. TRABUCCO is survived by the following children: Judge J.J. TRABUCCO and Mrs. Delida BERTKEN of Mariposa; Frank T. TRABUCCO of Mt. Bullion; John B. and Louis TRABUCCO of Bear Valley; also the following named grandchildren; Eugene TRABUCCO, Louis TRABUCCO, Louis MILBURN, Agnes TRABUCCO, Mrs. Eleanore WESTFALL, Julia TRABUCCO, Mrs. May HAM, Frank TRABUCCO, Joseph TRABUCCO, Ralph TRABUCCO, Mrs. Ellen SIMPSON, Mrs. Adeline UDELL, Mrs. Minnie VASHE and Mrs. Mildred WILLIAMS. Also many other relative in this county and throughout the state. The funeral was held at Bear Valley at 2:30 o'clock p.m. Thursday, Reverend George DOYLE of Merced officiating, internment being in the family plot, besides her husband and two daughters, the latter children having died in their infancy. A large concourse of sorrowing relatives and friends followed the body to its last resting place.
Paper: Fresno Bee, The (CA)
Deceased: EMILE J. TRABUCCO, LONGTIME RANCHER, RETAILER IN MARIPOSA
Date: May 25, 1986
MARIPOSA -- Services for Emile J. Trabucco, 92, longtime rancher and store owner in Mariposa, will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Mariposa Funeral Home chapel. Burial will be in the Masonic section of the Mariposa Cemetery. / Mr. Trabucco died Wednesday. He was born in Mariposa and lived there all his life. His parents opened the Trabucco General Merchandise Store shortly before the turn of the century and he and his wife later took over the store, operating it until 1972. He also was a cattle rancher and belonged to the F & AM Lodge No. 24, IOOF Lodge No. 39, the Lions Club and the Farm Bureau. He was a past chairman of the Democratic Central Committee and a past treasurer of the Soil Conservation of Mariposa County.
In 1973 he was named grand marshal of the Mariposa County Fair Parade.
Surviving are three daughters, Pauline Trabucco of Mariposa, Jane Rust of Yosemite National Park and Nadine Caldwell of Fresno; one son, Ronald of Mariposa; and nine grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.
The family requests that any remembrance be donated to the Central California Heart Association
Francisco TRABUCCO
June 2, 1883 Mariposa Gazette
Francisco TRABUCCO, a brother of Louis TRABUCCO, was found dead in his house on Buffalo Gulch, one day last week. He lived alone, and was supposed to have been dead a couple of weeks. His remains were brought to town and interred in the Catholic Cemetery.Loretta Barcroft TRABUCCOThe Fresno Republican June 9,1883 front page- submitted by Steve Miller
A Mariposa bachelor by the name of Francis Trabucco was recently found dead in his lonely cabin in the
mountains, recently.
TRABUCCO, Frank
Fresno bee Republican, Tuesday, June 9, 1959
Graveside services will be held omorrow at 11AM in the Bear Valley Cemetery for Frank Thomas Trabucco, 76, lifelong resident of Bear Valley, who died Sunday in a Modesto hospital following a long illness The Rev. Francis Walsh of Mariposa will officiate.
Trabucco was formerly in the cattle business and is survived by three sisters, Mrs. May E Ham of Fresno, Mrs. Eleanor Westfall of LeGrand, Merced County and Julia Trabucco of Delano, Kern County.
The Tiscornia & Ivers Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.
J J TRABUCCO-
Modest Bee and News
Tuesday, December 13, 1938
Superior Judge J. J. Trabucco, above (photo) of Mariposa, known as California's "visiting judge' and one of the state's best known and highly regarded jurists, died to day in a San Francisco hospital following a heart attack.
SUPERIOR JUDGE TRABUCCO DIES IN SF HOSPITAL
Prominent Jurist Passes in Hospital Shortly After Heart Attack
SAN FRANCISCO- Dec 13
Superior Judge J. J. Trabucco, 69, California's "visiting judge" from Mariposa County and one of the state's best known and highly regarded jurists, died today at Dante Hospital.
Judge Trabucco presided over most of the trial of one of California's most famous cases-the murder trail of David Lamson, Stanford graduate, against whom a charge of slaying his wife finally ws dismissed.
HEART AILMENT
Death was caused by heart disease.
Judge Trabucco ws the fourth oldest, in point of service among the judges of the state's 160 superior courts.
He served on the superior bench thirty six years. He suffered a heat attack Friday while convalescing from a minor operation. He was taken to the hospital. Yesterday he suffered a relapse.
Member oft he family at the bedside at the time of death.
HEARD PROMINENT CASES
Important matters were infrequent on the Mariposa County docket and Judge Trabucco had ample time to "ride the circuits" to other counties which were glad to obtain a jurist of his experience to preside when their court calendars were full.
Though his bench was in a rural county on the western slopes of the Sierra Nevada, Judge TRABUCCO had presided at some of the most widely publicized trails in the state's legal history.
"Visiting Judge"
From this practice Judge Trabucco became known throughout Central and Northern California as the "visiting judge" and "circuit riding judge".
The body was taken to the N.Gray Funeral Chapel where it will remain until Thursday, when it will be taken to the family home in Mariposa. Burial will be there Friday.
FAMILY PIONEERS
Judge Trabucco was a member of a pioneer California family that settled at Bear Valley, Mariposa COunty in May, 1850, and took over the huge estate once held by Charles Fremont, the famous western pathfinder.
After preliminary education in the public schools, Judge Trabucco entered the Santa Clara College in 1885, where he was graduated.
He became an succession assessor, district attorney then judge.
Former Presiding Judge Charles Boden of San Francisco once wrote of Judge Trabucco in the San Francisco BR Months Magazine:
"Ability Lauded"
"Because there is but one superior court in the State of California, and judges of one county may be assigned to sit in another county, San Francisco has had a number of "visiting judge" who with the passage of years have almost come to be regarded by our bench and bar and citizenry as San Franciscans. Outstanding in this group is Superior Judge J. J. Trabucco of Mariposa.
"Of the state's fifty eight counties has sat in about forty, including Stanislaus. In the three largest he is as well known to the local folks as the "hometown judge."
Judge Trabucco presied at the famous trial of the City of Alameda vx. City of Oakland, involving boundary lines, and also in a case involving the balidity of the $89,000,000 east bay utility district water bond issue.
At his bedside were Mrs. Trabucoo called frm Mariposa and his two sons, Eugene of Hillsborough, and Louis J. of Piedmont.
TRABUCCO, Joseph E
San Mateo Times, October 6, 1967
Former S.M. Judge Dies
Former Hillsborough Police judge and Town Councilman Joseph E Trabucco, 72, retired patent attorney residing at 715 Hillsborough Boulevard, died yesterday at Mills Memorial Hospital, San Mateo.
He was a native of Mariposa County, the son of a pioneer family and of a Mariposa County Superior Court judge. He won his law degree from University of Santa Clar in 1917, and, as World War 1 was going on, became a naval aviator.
Upon his discharge in 1919, he entered practive in San Francisco. He moved to Hillsborough in 1934 and became a member of the Town Cuncil in 1938.
In 1946, he resigned his council post and was named police judge, serving until the municpal court system replaced the police court system in January of 1952.
Survivors include his wife, Elizabeth: a son, James J Trabucco and a borther , Atty. Louis J. Trabucco, Piedmont.\
Funeral arrangements are being made a the Crosby-N. Gray Chapel , Burlingame.
TRABUCCO, Loretta Barcroft
Merced Sun Star [Merced, CA.]
Thursday, Dec. 28, 1995, page A-4
Obituaries
Loretta Trabucco, 85
Retired registered nurse
MARIPOSA - Loretta Barcroft Trabucco, a retired registered nurse, died Sunday at Fresno Community Hospital. She was 85.
Mrs. Trabucco was born April 1, 1910 in Merced and lived in Mariposa for the past 20 years. She was the third generation Californian and great-granddaughter of early Hornitos pioneer, Raphael Barcroft.
Her father, Raphael Barcroft, was the mayor of Merced from 1914 to 1922 and a leading hardware merchant in the San Joaquin Valley.
She graduated from Samuel Merritt Hospital in Oakland and worked as a registered nurse at Yosemite Valley Hospital and later in Ahwahnee at the tuberculosis sanitarium.
After the death of her husband, Ralph Trabucco, in 1946, she moved from her home in Bear Valley to Torrance, where she became active in real estate and was honored numerous times by Tarrell Reality as their top salesperson.
Mrs. Trabucco was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Trabucco, in 1946 and a daughter at birth.
Survivors include a daughter, Donna Barela of Mariposa; a son, David R. Trabucco of Mariposa; four grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.
Graveside services will be held Friday at 1 p.m. at Calvary Cemetery on Childs Avenue and Highway 59 in Merced with the Rev. Jose M. Montiel of Sacred Heart Catholic Church officiating.
Ivers and Alcorn Funeral Home of Merced is directing services.
Graveside services for Loretta Barcroft Trubucco, 85, of Mariposa, will be held at 1 p.m. Friday at Calvary Cemetery in Merced. Mrs. Trabucco, a retired registered nurse, died Sunday. Ivers and Alcorn Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Louis Trabucco (approx age 60 years)
San Jose Pioneer, Aug. 25, 1883
(submitted by William Disbro)
TRABUCCO- In Bear Valley, Mariposa County, August 6th, 1883, Louis TRABUCCO, aged 62 years, a native of Genoa, Italy.
Last Wednesday August 8th, 1883, in Bear Valley, Mariposa County, was an occasion to be remembered with sorrow by the relatives of the deceased Louis Trabucco, and a large number of friends in attendance at the funeral. Mr. Trabucco's illness was short and his sudden death was least expected. Deceased was a native of Genoa, Italy, and came to California across the plains in 1850, and took up residence in the vicinity of Quartzburg and Hornitos. For a few years he fallowed the pursuit of mining and finally settled near Bear Valley, at what is commonly known as Trabucco's Garden. At this point he kept an extensive store from which he commanded a large trade from the miners for miles around, besides a proportionate share of the local and town trade. Mr. Trabucco was generous to a fault, and his liberality which was usually extended to miners and other laborers, is yet to be remembered, and will not be forgotten by many who still live, who have received benefaction at his hands. His success at business was varied like many others, but at the time of his death, his estate we understand is sufficient to leave is family, which is large, in easy circumstances. The funeral service was read by Judge O'Connor, and last rites were paid to a loving husband and father, amid the tears and sobs of the wife and children.[ note: Louis was the father of Judge Joseph J.TRABUCCO=his children married into the WESTFALLand ASHWORTH families. Louis TRABUCCO's wife was Elena, his children’s names were Joseph, John, Frank, Louis and Delida.]
Monday, January 19, 2009 (online Gazette)
Pauline Catherine Trabucco, age 91, passed away peacefully on Friday,
Jan. 9, with family at her side after suffering a short, unexpected
recurrence of cancer. She was born April 30, 1917 in Mariposa, where
she lived most of her life.
Pauline's grandfather, John Trabucco came from Italy and settled in
Mariposa in the 1880s with his wife Catherine. Together they
established the Trabucco General Store on Main Street. Her father Emile
was also born in Mariposa and later ran the store with her mother
Leslie, whose grandparents were pioneers who came to California in 1854
on the Oregon/California Trail in a wagon train.
Pauline attended Mariposa Elementary and Mariposa High School,
graduating in 1935. She then went on to Mills College in Oakland,
receiving her bachelor's degree in 1939 and later became a favorite
kindergarten and art teacher in Yosemite National Park where she lived
and taught for 26 years.
A full obituary for Mrs. Trabucco will appear in the Jan. 22 print
edition of the Gazette.
TREBILCOCK, Frank
July 22, 1865 Mariposa Free Press
(submitted by W. Disbro)
Fatal Shot - A man named Frank TREBILCOCK was shot through the heart and instantly killed, by a man named FOSTER, in Hunter's Valley, on Sunday evening last. It appears that TREBILCOCK was in liquor, and got into a quarrel with FOSTER at the latter’s house, and being a large and powerful man, FOSTER procured a pistol in order to defend himself against the superiour physical strength of his antagonist. More words ensued at or near the door, when, it is said, TREBILCOCK attempted to strike FOSTER with a club, when the latter shot him. He immediately went to Hornitos and gave himself up to the civil authorities.
WILLIAM A. TREDICK
APRIL 25, 1863 Mariposa Free Press
(submitted by W Disbro)
At Coulterville, April 19th, WILLIAM A. TREDICK, a native of Massachusetts, aged about 40 years. Mr. TREDICK was buried with Masonic and Odd Fellows honors, he being a member of both fraternities. The funeral was largely attended. The following resolutions of condolence were adopted at a meeting of Yo-Semite Lodge, F & A. M., No. 133. Whereas, It has pleased the Great Architect of the universe, to remove from our midst Bro. WM. A. TREDICK, by the hand of death. Resolved, That in the loss we have sustained the Lodge has lost a good and exemplery member, society a worthy citizen, and all of us a true friend. Resolved, As a token of our affection, the member of the Lodge wear mourning 30 days.
And a copy of these resolutions be forwarded to his relatives under Seal of this Lodge, and that they be published in the Mariposa Free Press and Mariposa Gazette. JOHN M. HENDRICKS, W.M., Yo-Semite Lodge, No. 133, F. &A.M. Coulterville, April 22d, 1863. At a regular meeting of the Oso Division No. 54, S. of T., at Bear Valle, April 18th 1864. the following Preamble and Resolutions were adopted: Whereas, According to the inscrutable decree of the Great Patriarch above, our friend and Brother OVID McCRACKEN, has been removed from our midst, we deem it the duty of the Division to express its sincere sympathy with the brethren and friends of the deceased. Resolved, That our Division has lost a worthy member, the Sons of Temperance a devoted Brother, and the community an honorable and upright citizen. Resolved, That the members of this Division offer heart felt sympathy to his immediate relatives and friends in bereavement. Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be forwarded to the relatives of the deceased, and also be published in the Mariposa weeklies. LEWIS SHARP, W.P. W. R. ROBERTSON, R.S
DIED -- at Bear Valley, Dec. 10th, Mrs. Emily E. TREMER, in her 38th year.
TREMMEA, Thomas H.
February 25, 1888 Mariposa Gazette
(submitted by W. Disbro)
The death of Thomas H. TREMMEA, who kept saloon in the lower story of Odd Fellows Hall, was not unexpected, for he had been sick for some time, and latterly has failed very rapidly. His grand-daughter, Miss Josselyn, was here with him during the last week preceding his death. He was a widower and will be taken to Bear Valley for burial. Funeral services will probably be had at the grave. The deceased was an old timer of this county and generally known. The funeral of the deceased will take place at Bear Valley to-day (Saturday) at one o'clock P.M.
TREVEANA, William
Fresno Bee, Saturday July 16, 1938
MARIPOSA (Mariposa CO) July 16- A skelton found on the banks of the Merced River near Emorty a short distance from the Yosemite Portland Cement Company plant has bee identified as that of William Trevena.
Coroner Walter D McNally says the skelton, almost stripped of the flesh, was fund by Donald Benjamin, 12, who lives with the father and mother at the cement plant. The bory saw the bones while walking along the river and notified plant officals.
Several plant employees uncovered a skill while digging in the sand. Trevena disappeared when his atuomobile failed to round a cruve near El Portal on April 23 and plunged in to the river.
His companion, Eugene Babcock, managed to fight his way against the swift current and reach shore. The skelton was taken to Merced and later sent to Sonora for burial. Identification was made by means of a dental chart of Trevena's mouth. c feroben
November 18, 1865 Mariposa Gazette
(submitted by W Disbro)
In Mariposa, on Sunday, November 12, 1865, Infant child of Mr. and Mrs.
Joseph TREWICK, aged four months.
TRUIT, Thomas
September 3, 1892 Mariposa Gazette
The Jail Burned.
One Life Probably lost.
Thursday morning about 1 o'clock, our people were awakened by the rapid ringing of the church bells and the cry of fire. It was soon ascertained that the fire was in the County Jail, and that it had gained such headway, that nothing could be done, except saving the adjoining buildings. To add to the horror, of matters, one prisoner was in the building. No call for help, nor sounds of any kind came from the jail, after the fire was discovered, so , if he perished, he must have been suffocated, early in the burning. Some have suggested that he fired the building in order to escape, but as his offense was not a serious one, and he was merely doing time, the supposition does not seem very feasible. The unfortunate man's name was Thomas TRUIT, and he is said to have come from Fresno. He was thought to be a little insane, and it is possible that he might have set the fire while laboring under a spell of insanity. At all events our jail is in runs and it is almost certain that the charred body of the poor fellow will be found when the fire dies out, so that the search can be made. It will be several days before any one can work the ruins. This is a sad loss to the county financially, as we are not in very good condition to replace the building. The old jail was very substantially built, and it is doubtful if we can get another as good.
TRUIT, Thomas suicide note
September 24th, 1894 Mariposa Gazette
(submitted by W Disbro)
Letter Found in Coulterville Jail.
The following letter, which was found in the jail at Coulterville, was
handed to us by Supervisor W. H. DUDLEY, and was written by the man who
was burnt up
in the Mariposa Jail, September 1st, 1892. It is self-explanatory, and
shows that it was written by an insane man.
Coulterville, August 4.
Give me liberty or give me death!
I would rather die than to remain, that is all.
Give me liberty or give me death!
Thos, TRUITT, Coulterville, Cal.
I have done nothing wrong.
I have done nothing wrong.
I have done nothing wrong.
God forgive me this act of taking my life.
I have been worried all my life, and long for the peace of the dead. I
send my remains up in smoke.
And as it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without
end, amen.
Thos. TRUITT, Of Fresno.
TURNER
January 12, 1884 Mariposa Gazette
(submitted by W Disbro)
In Hornitos, January 4th, 1884, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. W. T.
TURNER.
Anne TURNER
APRIL 17, 1875 Mariposa Gazette
(submitted by W Turner)
In Hornitos, March 4th, 1875, Ann, the beloved wife of George TURNER, aged fifty-eight years and six months, a native of Brighton England. After a long illness and much suffering, which she endured with Christian fortitude, she calmly fell asleep in the arms of her Savior. She will be long remembered in the community, by whom she was highly esteemed and respected, for her many virtues, as a devoted wife and kind friend, ever ready to assist the needy and comfort the sick. "Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God."
Anna Genevieve TURNER
June 21, 1884 Mariposa Gazette
(submitted by W. Disbro)
Anna Genevieve TURNER.
A year ago it fell to our lot in commencing a new Volume, to open our obituary record for the year with the name of a little girl, the infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Angevine REYNOLDS. This year, also, we are compelled to begin our list of the departed with the name of a little girl. A week ago, Anna Genevieve TURNER was a bright, dear little girl of thirteen months, perfect in health and childish lovelin, the treasure of her parent's hearts, and attractive to all who saw her. But the hot breath of summer withered her, and after a brief struggle she yielded up her innocent life. Her funeral at the Catholic grave- yard was largely attended. A procession of little girls preceded the coffin, which was carried by Masters George LIND, Jarvis STREETER, Sherman REYNOLDS and Dan GALLISON. Her parents in their bereavement have the sincere sympathy of the whole community.
David TURNER
April 8,1882 Mariposa Gazette
(submitted by W. Disbro)
Death of David TURNER,
Many still live in this section and elsewhere, who well remember Capt. David TURNER, who figured here in the early days of '49 and '50. His quartz operation on the Aqua Frio, know as Turner's Mill and mine, the identical spot is yet marked and known by many when it was most flourishing. For many years he has resided in La Paz Lower California, where he held the position of U.S. Consul. We find in the Stockton Independent of the 5th last, the following paragraph: Monday ex-Mayor BELDING received a letter from his brother, at La Paz, Lower California. He said that David TURNER, United States Consul, who lately died there, was formerly well known in Stockton and Mariposa County. Capt. TURNER was well liked by all who knew him here, but, like many others of his associates he left behind, death has garnered him into the peaceful tomb.
TURNER, George D
Modesto Bee adn News-Herald, December 27, 1954
GEORGE D TURNER 83, DIES IN CERES
Funeral services will be held here tomorrow at 2 PM in the Shannon Chapel for George David Turner, a widely known stockman, who died Christmas Day in his Ceres district home at the age of 83.
A native of Hornitos, Mariposa County, he was the son of an early day sheriff who was succeeded in office by two of his other sons. He had lived in Ceres since 1913.
Turner, as a young man, supervised the freighting by mule team of much of the construction materials from Polasky, now Friant, Fresno County, to Bass Lake when the first power dam was built. He also engaged in mining operations in Merced and Mariposa Counties.
Owned Hornitos Land
Since 1895 he had had extensive ranch holdings in the Hornitos district and was accounted one of the largest land owners in Mariposa County. He never was in full accord with the modern methods of transportation and traveled by horseback until a year ago when failing health forced him to give it up.
Turner also had holdings in Madera County which dated back to the days when Madera still was a part of Fresno County.
Surviving are his widow, Nellie; four sons, William G Turner of Fresno, Clarence Turner of Hornitos, Herbert C Turner and Elton A Turner of Ceres; four daughters, Mrs. Ethel Baldridge, Mrs Mary Service and Mrs. Grace Hill of Ceres and Mrs. Alice Savage of San Francisco; three sisters, Mrs. Ida Gallison of Merced, Mrs. Estelle Sym of Napa and Blanch Pease of Stockton; 18 grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.
The Revs. J Freelen Johnson and William G. Dalton will officiate, at funeral services with burial in the family plot of Masonic Cemetery.
TURNER, Dr. J. T.
January 30, 1892 Mariposa Gazette
(submitted by W. Disbro)
Death of Dr. J. T. TURNER.
Last Friday afternoon, at about 3 o'clock, James T. TURNER breathed his last. He had been ill for some time, and his death was not unexpected. Dr. TURNER was one of the pioneer physicians here, and until the last few years when he became to infirm to attend to the duties of his profession he had a very large practice and had been able to accomplish much good. He was a native of Tennessee, but much of his life was spent in Texas, prior to coming here in the fifties.
His funeral on Sunday was attended by a great many people most of whom at some time, had received care from him. A widow, and two little daughters survive him.
Lucy TURNER MILLER
Mariposa Gazette, March 26, 1942
(submitted by C Feroben)
Lucy TURNER MILLER-Early Native Dies-Words has been received of the passing of Mrs. Lucy Miller TURNER at the home of her sister, Mrs. Marion GOUCHER, in Madera. Mrs. TURNER was born at Corbett Creek in Mariposa County, September 4, 1855. She was the daughter of Judge and Mrs. Lewis F JONES, pioneer settlers of the county. Mr. JONES was among the early miners of the county and was for many years Justice at Mariposa. The greater part of her 86 years was spent in Mariposa, where for 25 years, from 1884 to 1909 she was postmaster. After leaving Mariposa, she and husband William TURNER lived at the TURNER ranch home in White Rock, and following his death she moved to Madera. She was a sister of the late Julia L. JONES who for many years was superintendent of schools of Mariposa.
Mary E. Turner
Mariposa Gazette, Saturday, June 27, 1914
(submitted by Tom Hilk)
Death of Mrs. Turner.
Mrs. Mary E. Turner, widow of the late Sheriff Wm. Turner, widow of the late Sheriff Wm. T. Turner, passed away at her home in Turlock at about 4 o'clock last Monday morning after an illness of many months. Mrs. Turner was a native of Iowa and 69 years, 11 months, and 15 days of age. Infirmities of old age are given as the cause of death. She was one of the best-known women in this county and greatly beloved by all who knew her. Mrs. Turner was a resident of this county for more than 50 years, making her home in Hornitos and Mariposa up to about one year ago when she moved to Turlock. The funeral was held in Turlock on Tuesday evening, interment being in the cemetery at that place. To mourn her demise she leaves a family of ten children, six daughters and four sons, namely: Mrs. Delle Heckman, Mrs. Rose Laird, Mrs. Ida Gallison, Mrs. Grace Paige, Mrs. Stella Sym, Mrs. Blanche Crowell, Wm. G. Turner, George D. Turner, A. B. Turner and Arthur R. Turner.
TURNER, William
June 25th, 1892 Mariposa Gazette
(submitted by W. Disbro)
Death of a Good Man.
This community received a severe shock on Thursday afternoon, when a messenger brought the sudden, unexpected and sad news that Sheriff TURNER was dead. He had been in poor health for several months, and had been taken to San Francisco for medical treatment. He returned to his farm near Hornitos, and to all appearances, was regaining his health, in fact, people living in this town expected to soon have the pleasure of seeing him alive and nearly well, but fate has ordered otherwise. The decease was an honorable, upright, temperate, active, and useful citizen, a loving husband and father, and a good neighbor, a faithful officer, and a gentleman in every sense of the word. He came to Mariposa County and mined on Sherlock's creek, when he was a small boy, from thence he went to Stanislaus County and grew to mankind in La Grange, where he married the lady, who survives him as his widow. Mr. TURNER carried on the business of livery stable keeper at La Grange, Snelling's and Hornitos. He also was heavily engaged in freighting up to the time he was elected Sheriff. Deceased discharged the duties of Constable so efficiently in Hornitos for several years, that voters of the county though him entitled to the position of Sheriff which office he was three times elected. He leaves a wife, four boys and six girls to lament his loss. The sympathies of the whole community goes out to them in this their hour of bereavement.The funeral will take place to-day at 10 a.m., at the Hornitos cemetery.
TURNER, Wm. T.
July 2, 1892 Mariposa Gazette
(submitted by W. Disbro)
Wm. T. TURNER.
The funeral of Wm. T. TURNER, which took place last Saturday morning, from his late residence at Hornitos, was the largest ever held in Mariposa County. Merced, Snelling, Merced Falls, Coulterville and Mariposa were all largely represented, while the entire population the southern part of the county attended. The funeral services were held at the home, after which the long procession, headed by the Merced band, proceeded to the little cemetery at Hornitos, where all that was mortal, of this lamented man was left to the quiet of the grave. Beautiful flowers were heaped over his narrow resting place, but the highest tributes paid to him were in the moist eyes and sad faces of the hundreds of men and women, who had gathered around that lowly mound. Young as well as old people loved and honored him, and in many a home, last Saturday, tears fell in his memory. Mr. Ed. KOCHER, now of Merced, but a Hornitos born boy, brought up the Merced band to play a dirge over his dead friend and in like manner, every one who could, in any way, show any mark of esteem, did so. Rev. A. W. WALTERS performed the funeral service.
William Turner White Rock Rancher Is Summoned
Mariposa Gazette, May 21, 1931
(submitted by William Disbro)
Funeral services were held at the Masonic cemetery in Mariposa Wednesday afternoon for William G. Turner, who died suddenly at his home in White Rock, Mariposa Co., at six o'clock Monday evening. After a day's work among his cattle on the ranch, Mr. Turner returned home in the evening; he had not been feeling very well for a couple of days and while talking with his sister-in-law, Mrs. Marian GOUCHER, he remarked that he thought he was going to faint, and then fell to the floor from a heart attack. There were two nurses present, taking care of Mrs. Turner, who is lying critically ill, and they made every effort to revive the stricken man, but the attack was fatal and death came at once. William TURNER was born at Hornitos, October 16, 1865, and was the first to die of the ten children born to Mr. and Mrs. W. T. TURNER His father was sheriff of Mariposa Co. forty years ago, also his brother, Al Turner, was sheriff for eight years. Turner was married to Mrs. Lucy MILLER, daughter of Judge L. JONES in 1909. Since that time they had made their home at Turner's ranch at White Rock. Will TURNER was a successful stockman and had large holdings. He was one of Mariposa County's most prominent citizens and was wide and favorably known throughout this and the neighboring counties. Surviving are six sisters and three brothers. The sisters are Mrs. Belle HECKMAN and Mrs. Ida GALLISON of Turlock, Mrs. Rose LAIRD and Mrs. Grace PAIGE of Modesto, Mrs. Estelle SYMS of Napa and Mrs. Blanche CROWELL of Stockton, The brothers are George D. TURNER of Hornitos, Al B. TURNER of White Rock and Arthur R. TURNER of Taft.
TWOMEY, William H.
December 12, 1863 Mariposa Free Press
(submitted by W Disbro)
Upper Sherlock's, December 8th, of typhoid fever, WILLIAM HENRY, son of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. TWOMEY, aged 3 years and 7 months and 26 days.
Wm. TWOMEY
March 6, 1886 Mariposa Gazette
(submitted by W. Disbro)
Death of Wm. TWOMEY
Another Pioneer gone
The Merced Star of the 4th inst. notices the death of WM. TWOMEY, who died last Sunday Feb. 28TH, 1886 at his residence in Merced, after a long illness. The Star fails to give his age or nativity, but he was a native of Ireland and about 58 years of age. He was an early settler and lived with his family for many years on Whitlock's and Sherlock's creeks of this county. He followed the pursuit of mining and was highly esteemed by all his acquaintances. About the time the town first started he moved, with his family to Merced, where he has been engaged in business up to the time of his death. His death will be regretted by many of the old timer miners in this section. Deceased leaves a family consisting of a wife, son and two daughters to mourn his loss. His funeral was largely attended he was buried in the Catholic Cemetery at Merced.
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