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02 July 1907
LITTLE VICTIM OF SKUNK BITE DIES...Yesterday afternoon, at 1:30 o’clock Rena, the 7 year-old daughter of Mrs. John Myers, who was bitten by a hydrophobia skunk, about two months ago, near the brick plant, west of this city, was laid to rest in a grave at the lonely spot in the mountains within a short distance of the Granite Mountain district school house, having died Sunday in the local hospital…
PROBATE COURT. In the probate court, yesterday, the last will and testament of Thomas Robert King, deceased was approved, admitted to probate, and recorded, and letters testamentary issued to Charles F. T. King and Thomas W. King nephews. By the provisions of the will the estate is devised to Eleanore Louise King, sister-in-law of the deceased, and widow of the late George F. T. King, nephews of deceased. By provisions of the will the estate is devised to Eleanore Louise King, sister-in-law of the deceased, and widow of the late George F. T. King, and her children, Annie E. King, Frederick Charles King, Charles W. T. King, Thomas W. King and Arthur Edwin King, share and share alike. The estate consists of cattle, horses, ranches, lands and improvements in Big Chino Valley. Deceased requested that the estate be kept together and conducted as one as long as it was possible to operate it at a profit.
The hearing of the case of Martin Moriarity, charged with insanity, will take place this afternoon at 3 o’clock, in the probate court.
Thursday 04 July 1907
THREE COUPLES ARE UNITED IN WEDLOCK — Memorable Day For Celebration Of Nuptials — Yesterday morning, at 5 o’clock, the home of Mr. and Mrs. E. C. Wager on Cortez street, was the scene of a very pretty wedding, when Miss Eva M. Marksbury of Dewey and Charles M. Beemer of Pennsylvania were united in the bonds of matrimony…
Yesterday afternoon, at 2 o’clock, Miss Marie Eugenie Legris and Henry H. Penfeld were united in matrimony by Probate Judge C. P. Hicks, in the court house…
Miss Fannie A. Goodwin and Frank I. Suplee were united in marriage by Probate Judge C. P. Hicks, in his court room, Tuesday afternoon, at 2 o’clock in the presence of only a few of the intimate friends of the happy couple…
Sunday 07 July 1907
Busy day in Probate Court Yesterday Many Inventories of Estates of Deceased Persons Made — In the probate court, yesterday, the inventory and appraisement of the estate of Charles Price, deceased, was returned, filed and recorded. The estate consists of cash, a blacksmith shop, tools and stock, valued at $1,095.85. A notice to creditors was ordered published, and an order of the sale of the personal property of the estate was granted.
The inventory and appraisement of the estate of Amelia Sroor and William Sroor, minors, was returned, filed and recorded. The estate, which consists of cash and an undivided one-half interest in two buildings in Congress, is valued at $5,400.
An order was issued confirming the sale of the real estate and personal property of the estate of Eunice Kelly, minor.
W. B. Sheibley, administrator of the estate of Emma E. Sheibley, deceased, filed his final account, together with a petition for distribution of the residue of the estate, the hearing of which was set for July 15.
The inventory and appraisement of the estate of Thomas Robert King was returned, filed and recorded. The estate, which consisted of cattle, horses and lands, is valued at $5,580.
The inventory and appraisement of the estate of Hezekiah Brooks, deceased, was returned, filed and recorded. The etate[sic] consists of $133.57 in cash, one lot in the city of Prescott, and lands and improvements, situated immediately south of the city limits, and two lode mining claims, all appraised at $4,083.57. A notice to creditors was ordered published in the matter of this estate.
Tuesday 09 July 1907
CLAIMS BOUNTY — A consignment of eight wildcat hides, twelve coyote hides and twenty-five jackrabbit skins, were received by Clerk Peter of the board of supervisors, yesterday from Thomas S. Dickson of Hillside. The bounty on cats scalps is $5, on coyotes $1 and on jackrabbits 7 ½ cents.
GIVEN SIXTY DAYS — John Terry was arraigned in the court of Justice of the Peace C. H. McLane and sentenced to serve sixty days in the county jail, on the charge of threatening Mrs. Rose Mareon with bodily harm. It is thought that Terry is insane.
PROBATE BUSINESS — In the probate court yesterday, J. P. Dillon, J. J. Sanders and William Gammil were appointed appraisers of the estate of Thomas Brown, deceased.
Marriage licenses were issued to Edward Cilfton Tibbetts and Miss Balerie Kenck of Cherry Creek, and to Stanley M. Richardson of Jerome and Miss Letha M. Housley of Montgomery county, Kansas.
SUPERVISORS ARE AFTER COURT HOUSE — Will Consider Plans For New Structure At Meeting Wednesday — Planned To Build $100,000 Edifice — Over $60,000 Available For Immediate Use — Wednesday, July 10, the board of supervisors will consider plans and specifications for the construction of a new court house on the plaza, one of the provisions of the plans being, at the request of the supervisors, that the walls of the present structure be used, as much as possible, as apartment walls of the new edifice…
DEATH OF A. E. PETIT —Alexander E. Petit, brother of Joseph Petit of this city died Sunday evening, at 9 o’clock, at the residence of his brother, after a lingering illness, due to tuberculosis. Deceased came here from the state of Washington, about two weeks ago, for the benefit of his health, but physicians were unable to stay the progress of the dread malady, which had already made great inroads upon his health. He leaves a wife and child, a mother, sister and brother. Funeral services will take place today from Ruffner’s chapel, interment in the Citizen’s cemetery.
Fourth of July Baby — Born, at the Mercy Hospital, July 4 at 11:50 o’clock p.m., a baby boy, to the wife of Morris Darnell of Hillside. Mother and babe are reported as doing nicely.
Wednesday 10 July 1907
ANOTHER JUSTICE OF THE PEACE — The board of supervisors has decided that inasmuch as Prescott now has a population of 5,000 and is entitled, under its incorporation charter, to two justices of the peace, a second justice will be appointed….
Instruments Filed As Reported by the Prescott Title Company…Order of Probate Court in estate of Eunice Kelly, minor, confirming sale of numerous lots in Jerome, etc. to H.P. Merrill for $501.
Thursday 11 Jul 1907
SETTLEMENT OF ESTATES IN THE PROBATE COURT —In the probate court, yesterday, the final accounts of E. W. Manderfelt, administrator of the estate of Fred Grundel, deceased were allowed, approved and settled…Dr. John Dennett, Jr., administrator of the estate of A.L. Sroor, deceased filed a receipt showing the payment of $10,450.40 to the heirs of the deceased, according to a decree of distribution heretofore made, and an order was made discharging the administrator and closing the estate. In the matter of the estate of Thomas Brown, deceased, a decree with made setting apart the estate as a homestead to Myra E. Brown Thornton, and an order was made closing the estate and discharging the administrator.
Dr. John W. Flinn, administrator, with the will annexed, of the estate of Joseph Finnegan, deceased, filed a receipt showing the distribution of the property of the estate to the legatee and devisee of deceased, and an order was made closing the estate and discharging the administrator.
Friday 12 Jul 1907
WIFE PLEADS FOR HUBBY — C. H. Brown was arraigned yesterday in the police court on the charge of assaulting his wife, about 10 o’clock, Wednesday night, while under the influence of liquor, and sentenced to serve thirty days in the city jail. Sentence was suspended at the request of his wife, pending good behavior.
BACK TO KANSAS — Mrs. Hattie L. Dunn, sister of T. B. Carter of Walnut Grove, will leave today for her home in Dodge City, Kan., after a two months visit with her brother and other relatives. Her son, Alva Dunn, who came here with her, states that in his opinion Arizona is one of the most charming places on earth to live and has decided to make this Territory his future home.
PROBATE BUSINESS — Yesterday, in the probate court, a return of sale of the personal property of the estate of Frank A. Stevens, deceased, was filed and an order made confirming the sale.
A decree was made establishing publication to creditors in the matter of the estate of Andrew Grubb, deceased.
AGED RESIDENT OF M’CABE PASSES AWAY —Mrs. Melvin Childers Succumbs To Long Illness —After a lingering illness of fifteen years, Mrs. Melvina Childers died at midnight, Wednesday night, at her home in McCabe. The immediate cause of death was gall stones. Deceased was aged 62 years and a native of Kentucky. Since coming here about a year ago from New Mexico, she resided in the Turkey Creek district and McCabe, with her husband, T.M. Childers, who has mining interest in those districts…She leaves surviving her, besides her husband, three sons and one daughter all residents of the Territory, T. E. Childers, Eutharia Childers and Mrs. William Orr of McCabe and William Childers, at present residing in Douglas…The funeral will take place this morning at 10 o’clock from the Maus & Shannon undertaking parlors, under the auspices of the local lodge of Rebekahs, in which order she held membership for many years. Rev. L. W. Wheatley of the Marina street Methodist church will officiate and interment will be held in the Odd Fellow’s cemetery.
Saturday 13 Jul 1907
DIES FROM PARALYSIS —After a lingering illness, lasting over a year, due to paralysis, Patrick Laughlin died yesterday morning, about 11 o’clock, in the hospital. Deceased was aged 61 years and a native or [sic] Ireland. He had been a resident of this section for a number of years, but leaves no immediate relatives here. The remains were taken in charge by the Maus & Shannon undertaking establishment. Funeral arrangements will be announced later.
PROBATE BUSINESS — In the probate court, yesterday, R. W. Meadeor, James R. Lowry and William Neagle were appointed appraisers of the estate of William S. West, deceased. The inventory of the estate was made, returned and recorded and an order made ordering notice to creditors published. The estate consists of $369.50 in cash on deposit with the Commercial Trust Company.
EXPERIENCE NO PAIN —Justice of the Peace Dave Foley of McCabe, who is visiting in the city for the first time since he had his left leg amputated, nine inches below the knee, stated that he had not experienced any pain since the operation and expects to be as spry as any of the younger men with artificial limbs, in a short time.
Sunday 14 Jul 1907
PROBATE COURT — In the probate court, yesterday, the report of William A. Dearing, guardian of the person of Walter Cline, minor was confirmed and the guardian discharged. The guardianship commenced March 13, 1881, and the minor attained his majority some years ago. In the matter of the guardianship of Frank Cline, the records show that G. Erfer was appointed guardian of the minor March 12, 1881, and it appearing that G. Erfer died some years ago and that said minor had long since attained his majority, a decree was made and entered establishing termination of the trust and dismissing the cause.
In the matter of the estate of John M. Murphy, deceased, the records show that a petition praying for letters of administration was filed by J. W. Pack, December 29, 1885, and set for hearing January 8, 1886, and it appearing that no appointment was made and no other proceedings had in the case, an order was made dismissing the petition from further hearing and consideration and dismissing the cause and throwing the same out of court.
The same proceedings were had in the matter of the estate of B. Marson, wherein Patrick Ford filed a petition praying to be appointed administrator December 1885.
Wednesday 17 Jul 1907
LICENSED TO WED —In the probate court, yesterday, a marriage license was issued to William B. Parker, aged 22, and Miss Ell H. Snyder, aged 19, The prospective groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. S. A. Parker of Pickaway and Miss Snyder is the accomplished daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Snyder of Bumble Bee.
Thursday 18 Jul 1907
FATHER BENNETT LOSES RESIDENCE —Fire Greatly Damages Episcopal Rectory On Union Street — Three Rear Rooms, With Contents, Destroyed — Loss $2,000, Partially Covered By Insurance…The fire was one of the fiercest little fires seen in the city for some time, due to the fact that the structure is an old one and easily ignited…
Friday 19 Jul 1907
PROBATE BUSINESS — In the probate court, yesterday, Frank Schannel, administrator of the estate of Frank A. Stevens, deceased, filed an account of his administration, the hearing of which was set for July 27.
As administrator of the estate of Sarah A. Stevens, deceased, he filed a final account of his administration together with a petition for distribution of the estate, the hearing of which was also set for July 27.
NEW DEPUTY SHERIFF — Charles Reed has been appointed a deputy sheriff at Nelson, which was recently proven to be located in Yavapai county by the survey of the Yavapai and Mohave county line marked by County Surveyor Park Latimer.
CUPID HAS BUSY AFTERNOON IN PRESCOTT --…At 2 o’clock yesterday afternoon, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. T. E. Fitzsimmons, in West Prescott, Miss Bessie M. Bruce, daughter of James Bruce of this city, and James Humphreys, son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Humphreys of Senator, were joined in wedlock, Rev. Father Burns of the Catholic church, officiating…The bride was attended by Miss Ruth L. Brooks as bridesmaid, while Harry J. Theurer officiated as best man for the groom. Miss Brooks and Mr. Theurer, seeing how easily Mr. and Mrs. Humphreys passed through the ordeal of becoming man and wife, decided they were equally as brave, and as a result repaired to the Congregational church, where, at 4 o’clock they were united in marriage by Rev. Rogers, they in turn being attended by Mr. and Mrs. Humphreys, all parties being friends of many years’ standing. ..Miss Brooks, the second bride of yesterday, is the only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. E.E. Brooks of Walker, and is a charming and accomplished young woman, with a large circle of friends. The groom is a resident of the Mount Union district, where he is engaged in mining.
Saturday 20 Jul 1907
PROBATE BUSINESS — In the probate court, yesterday, P. S. Wren, administrator of the estate of James Roach, deceased, filed a return of sale of the personal property of the estate and an order was made confirming the same.
Mrs. Louis Oyler was appointed guardian of the estates of Tristan Coffin, Kenneth Coffin, Stanley Coffin and Frank Coffin, minors.
R. A. Smith, resident guardian of the estate of Eunice Kelly, minor filed an account of his guardianship, and Philander F. Witter, non-resident guardian of the estate of Eunice Kelly, minor, filed a certified transcript of his appointment as guardian in California, together with an application for an order to move the estate to California, together with an application for an order to move the estate to California. The application will be heard July 29.
In the matter of the estates of Henry Roberts and William Roberts, minors, A. G. Dillon filed his report as guardian with a petition for discharge, and the evidence showing that he was appointed guardian of the estate on January 8, 1878, and that he received the sum of $190.50, that he paid the said amount over to the said wards and that they had attained their majority, an order was made approving the settlement and discharging the guardian.
Sunday 21 Jul 1907
PHOENIX COUPLE WED HERE — A romance, which had its inception in the Salt River valley only a few weeks ago, reached a climax, here yesterday afternoon, at 2 o’clock when Oliver Roseberry and Mrs. Lulu Carruthers were united in the bonds of matrimony…
Tuesday 23 Jul 1907
FOUND DEAD IN THE NEW HEAD BUILDING--…Yesterday afternoon, at 2:15 o’clock, Neil Holden was found dead on the floor of the north store room of the new Head building, by E. I. Richmond, a mechanic employed there. ..Deceased was aged about 50 and a native of Illinois. He was a bricklayer and plasterer by occupation, and was strongly addicted to the use of liquor. Since his arrival here from Flagstaff, about a year ago, he almost invariably became intoxicated every Saturday night, and rarely became sober enough to return to work before the following Wednesday. Of late he has been complaining of his heart being weak, during his sprees, and often times appeared to be in great pain. After coming here he worked on the Scopel hotel building about seven or eight months, and in his sober times was recognized as a first class mechanic.
Those acquainted with him state he told them he had a wife and six children living on a ranch in South Dakota, about twenty-five miles north of Newcastle, Wyo., and that he and his family were friends of R. Reardon, proprietor of the Newcastle hotel. The remains were taken in charge by Maus & Shannon, undertakers, and will be held awaiting word from his relatives.
PROBATE COURT — In the probate court, Saturday, an order was made confirming the sale of a one-third interest in five lits on the Fair Mist placer mine, at Mayer, to William Nellis and d. J. Thompson. The property belonged to the estate of Henry Stoddard, deceased.
Mrs. Florence Herndon, executrix of the last will and testament of John C. Herndon, deceased, filed a report of her administration with a petition for distribution of the property of the estate, the hearing of which was set for July 30.
Wednesday 24 Jul 1907
FUNERAL SERVICES — The funeral services of the late Leonard Carroll will be held at G. C. Ruffner’s undertaking parlors, Thursday, July 25, at 10:30 a.m. All friends and acquaintances of the family are invited to attend.
SOLD HIS RANCHES — George Merwin, a pioneer miner and farmer of this county, sold his ranches and water rights in the Walnut Grove district, yesterday, to Joseph E. Fisher, a late arrival from Coos county, Oregon. The land is among the most fertile and best improved in that section.
TURKEY CREEK CORRESPONDENCE — The marriage of Miss Ellen Snyder to Wm. A. Parker was performed Saturday morning, by Judge McAfee, at the home of the bride.
FOUR HEARTS NOW BEAT AS TWO — Probate Judge Hicks Officiates at Two Weddings —Prescott is fast earning the name deplume of northern Arizona’s Gretna Green, lovers from not only all over the county coming here to be wed, but from various places in this part of the Territory as well, even including cities as far south as Phoenix…Miss Theodors M. Healy, the popular and charming daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Philp Healy of Groom Creek, and Ernest Emanuel, the well known musician of this city, being the first couple to be united in marriage, the ceremony being performed by Judge Hicks at 1:00 o’clock yesterday morning at the home of the bride’s parents, at Groom Creek, in the presence of a large number of relatives and friends of the popular young couple…
Grimes-Wheeler Wedding — When Probate Judge Hicks returned to his office in the court house here, at 1:30 o’clock yesterday afternoon after officiating at the Healy-Emanuel wedding he found awaiting him Miss Emma J. Grimes of the Verde Valley and John J. Wheeler of Ash Fork, both desirous of becoming one. In less than five minutes the marriage license was issued and the ceremony performed, a few of the intimate friends of the contracting parties acting as witness. The bride is the accomplished daughter of Charles Grimes, a prosperous resident of the Verde Valley, while the groom is a well known contractor and builder of the Forks. The happy couple departed on the Limited, last evening and after a short honeymoon they will return to Ask Fork, where they intend making their future residence.
Thursday 25 Jul 1907
MANY ESTATES IN PROBATE COURT SETTLED — Judge Hicks Has Busy Day settling Old Accounts --…An order non pro tune was entered in the matter of the estate of Joseph Nathan, deceased, extending time on the optional contract for the sale of remaining property belonging to the probate.
In the matter of the estate of Mary C. Brooks, deceased, the records showing that the property was distributed January 5, 1894, a receipt having been found among the papers of the estate, an order was made closing the estate and releasing the sureties of the administrator, Hezekiah Brooks, now deceased.
In the estate of Jessie Ellis, deceased, the records showing that the whole estate was set aside to the family of the deceased by an order of this court made May 14, 1888, and there being no other estate of deceased dissevered, an order was made closing the estate and releasing the sureties on the bond of the administrator.
In the estate of John Webb, insane, the records showing that an order was made by the court, November 16, 1883, restoring the capacity of the said John Webb, and it satisfactorily appearing to the court that H. A. Kendall, guardian, had made satisfactory settlement with the said John Webb, an order was made and entered discharging the guardian.
In the estate of John W. Fry, deceased, the records showing that an order was made by the court, August 15, 1893, setting aside the whole estate to the widow of deceased, and that no further estate was discovered an order was made and entered closing the estate, discharging the administrator and releasing the bond.
In the estate of Barbary Dorsey, deceased, the records showing that no proceedings were had on a petition praying for the appointment of an administrator, filed March 19, 1894, an order was made dismissing the petition and throwing it out of court.
WEIRD CEREMONY OVER CHINESE SUICIDE —Description of Funeral Which Attracted Much Attention — In the presence of a throng of several hundred residents in Prescott’s cosmopolitan population, the funeral services of the late Quong Yuen, the aged Chinese merchant, who suicide Saturday morning were held yesterday afternoon, commencing at 1:30 o’clock, in front of the Joss house, on Granite street, and ending an hour and a half later in the Citizens’ cemetery.
The rites were under the auspices of the Chinese Masons and were marked by all the Oriental splendor incident to similar occasions when a mandarin cashes in his checks and starts on his voyage to the Great Beyond.
At the foot of the coffin encasing the remains, roast pig, noodles, tea and other delicacies filled to overflowing a large table, upon which the usual pair of chip sticks rested, for the use of the spirit that embarked on its voyage Saturday.
On a carpet spread on the street besides the table the dignitaries of the Chinese Masonic Lodge assembled, clad in regalias [sic] which included all the colors of the rainbow, and in turn, on bended knee offered roast pig, noodles and tea to the Deity, as they chanted in their native tongue their respective parts of the funeral ceremony…
Friday 26 July 1907
THREE MORE OLD ESTATES ARE SETTLED —Thomas Carroll Appointed Administrator of Len Carroll’s Estate — Three estates, which have been in probate for many years, were added yesterday’ to the long list recently closed by Probate Judge Hicks.
In the estate of Albert Rose, the records showing that the whole estate was set aside to the widow of deceased by an order of the probate court, June 16, 1888, and no further property having been discovered, an order was made closing the estate, discharging the administrator and releasing the bond.
In the estate of Stephen J. Marcon, the records showing that the real estate of the deceased was set aside as a homestead, August 10, 1889, and not subject to administration, and that the only real estate appearing of record consisted of personal property valued at $40, and it appearing that said personal property was exempt from forced sale and execution and entitled to be set aside for the benefit of the family, an order was made setting aside the personal property, closing the estate, discharging the administrator and releasing the bond.
In the estate of Benjamin R. Nesbit, the records showing that on April 1, 1891, an order was made dismissing the petition praying for the probate of a will in the matter of said estate, and it further appearing that an appeal was taken in the district court of Yavapai county, and records showing that the appeal was withdrawn from the district court, and order was made and entered dismissing the cause and throwing it out of court..
Thomas Carroll was appointed special administrator of the estate of Leonard Carroll, the young man who shot himself after shooting Maggie Martin.
Saturday 27 Jul 1907
OLD TIMER DIES — Yesterday, at noon Henry Watson, an old time resident of this county, died in the county hospital. Deceased was aged about 70 years and a native of Pennsylvania. The immediate cause was general debility due to old age. He had been an inmate of the hospital for the past three years. He was a miner by occupation and during his early residence in the county was very successful in a financial way. With the exception of $10 in cash he leaves no known estate.
Sunday 28 Jul 1907
ESTATES SETTLED IN THE PROBATE COURT — Final Accounts Filed and Administrators Discharged — Yesterday, in the probate court, William Thomas filed his second annual report as guardian of the estate of Mary Miller, insane, the hearing of which was set for August 5.
The final accounts of Frank Schannell, administrator of the estate of Frank A. Stevens, deceased were allowed, approved and settled. The administrator was charged with having received the sum of $625.25 and credited with having paid the same amount in debts of deceased and expenses of administration of the estate, It appearing to the satisfaction of the court that the entire estate was consumed and administration expenses, an order was make closing the estate, discharging the administrator and releasing his bond.
The final accounts of Frank Schannel administrator of the estate of Sarah A. Stevens, deceased, were allowed, approved and settled. The administrator was charged with having received the sum of $2,053, and credited with having paid out $288.25. The balance of $1764.75 was distributed equally among James Stevens, son of deceased, Ethel Stevens, daughter of deceased, Susie Stevens, daughter of deceased and Wesley Stevens, son of deceased. Receipts of distributes and guardian of minor distributes were filed showing delivery of the estate, and an order was made discharging the administrator closing the estate and releasing his bond.
Tuesday 30 Jul 1907
ESTATES SETTLED IN PROBATE COURT — In the probate court, yesterday, R. A. Smith resident guardian of the estate of Eunice Kelly, minor, filed his accounts, which were allowed, approved and settled. The guardian was charged with having received the sum of $2113.05 and with having paid out the sum of $189.30 on account of Taxes and the expense of sale of the property which left a cash balance on hand of $1,923.75.
The application of Philander F. Witter, non resident guardian of the estate of Eunice Kelly, minor, residing in California, to have the property of the estate of said ward removed to Riverside county, California, were heard and it appearing that a certified transcript of his appointment as guardian by the superior court of Riverside, Cal, and a certificate of said court had been filed, showing that he was entitled to the possession of the property of his ward, according to the laws of California, an order was made granting him authority to move the estate, which consists of $1,923.75, cash in hand to Hemmet, Riverside county, Cal.
A return of sale of real estate was filed in the matter of the estate of George M. Throne, Frank B. Throne, Ruth M. Throne and Abbie M. Throne minors, the hearing of which was set for August 10.
In the estate of Amelia Sroor and William Sroor, minors an order was made granting the guardian authority to make the loan of $5240. on a note secured by mortgage on lot 12, block 19 Phoenix. An order was also made making an allowance of $25 monthly to the minors, dating from January 1, 1906.
Wednesday 31 Jul 1907
PRETTY WEDDING TAKES PLACE IN HUMBOLDT — Miss Jane Mosher and S. T. Louttit Joined In Matrimony — Yesterday ,at noon, the home of Mr. and Mrs. Roland Mosher, in Humboldt, was the scene of a very pretty wedding, when their accomplished daughter , Miss Jane I. Mosher, was united in the bonds of matrimony to Sinclair T. Louttit.. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Owens of the Congregational church of Humboldt…
REMAINS SHIPPED — Yesterday morning the Ruffner undertaking establishment shipped the remains of the late Walter T. Shea to Baltimore, Md., for interment. Deceased was a resident of this city only six weeks before he succumbed to an acute attack of tuberculosis.
A SON AND HEIR — At an early hour, Sunday morning, Mr. and Mrs. Glen W. Persons, on South Mount Vernon street, became the proud parents of an 11 pound boy. Mr. Persons was recently appointed teacher of the seventh grade in the city schools for the coming school year.
Thursday 01 Aug 1907
SEVENTY-FOUR OLD ESTATES ARE UNSETTLED — Some Date Back to The Days of The Civil War — Notwithstanding the large number of old estates settled in the probate court during the past month by Probate Judge Hicks, there still remains seventy-four to be closed. These estates are in such shape that it will be necessary to publish citations to administrators and bondsmen before any further action is taken toward settlement.
Yesterday, Mrs. Jessie Briggs, filed a petition praying for letters of al-ministration [sic] in the estate of Clarence P. Briggs, deceased, the hearing of which was set for August 12.
An order was made and entered closing and dismissing the guardianship of Walter Steinbrook entered August 5, 1880.
In the matter of the estate of A. S. Montero, deceased, it appearing that an order was made February 25, 1865, admitting the will to probate and praying for letters of administration on the estate and no record being found showing the qualification of the person appointed as executor, an order was made and entered dismissing the matter and throwing the same out of court.
DIES OF TUBERCULOSIS — After a lingering illness of more than a year, due to that dread disease, tuberculosis Roy A. Tesso died in the hospital, Tuesday night at 11 o’clock. Deceased was aged 21 years and a native of Cincinnati, Ohio. He was a machinist by occupation, and had been a resident of the city for the past ten days, His remains were taken in charge by the Maus & Shannon undertaking establishment, to be prepared for shipment to his native city for interment.
Friday 02 Aug 1907
MOTHER AWARDED CUSTODY OF CHILD — Much Uncertainty As To Who Is its Father — Yesterday, in the district court, under habeas corpus proceedings, Mrs. Panfila Soto Cores, the Mexican woman who came here some days ago in search of her daughter, whom she alleged had been kidnapped by Abram Saldona, was awarded the custody of the child, and incidentally what appears to be the first case tried in Arizona under the Juvenile court act enacted by the last Legislature, was heard…
CAMP VERDE WEDDING — News reached here yesterday from Camp Verde of the marriage in that place, on July 30, of Miss Harriet Palmer and Dr. Duke Keith, two popular residents of the Verde Valley. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Eugene Keene of Camp Verde. A number of the relatives and friends of the happy couple were present.
PROBATE BUSINESS — In the probate court, yesterday, an order was made extending the time of real estate belonging to the estate of Harry Stoddard, deceased to August 3.
United in Marriage — Married, Tuesday, evening at 7 o’clock by Probate Judge Hicks, Miss Caroline Grammar and Rudolph Christ.
Saturday 03 Aug 1907
PROBATE BUSINESS — In the probate court, yesterday, Frank Schannell, guardian of the estate of Susie Stephens and Wesley Stephens, filed a supplementary inventory of the property of the estate.
Thomas N. Childers filed a petition praying for letters of administration on the estate of Melvina U. Childers, deceased, the hearing of which was set for August 12,
An order was made and entered closing the estate of Abraham Kuntz, deceased, and discharging the administrator.
Sunday 04 Aug 1907
PROBATE BUSINESS — In the probate court, yesterday, in the matter of the estate of Henry Stoddard, deceased, the return of the sale of real estate, made by the administrator, which came up for hearing August 1, showing that W. A. Frazer, bid the sum of $300 for the real estate, H. C. Heffelman $350 William Nellis $375, and E. C. Bentley $450, and it appearing that no further or higher bid had been offered, the court accepted the bid of Mr. Bentley, and entered an order approving the confirming the sale. The real estate in question consists of an undivided one-third interest in five lots on the Fair Mist placer mining claim in Mayer.
Wednesday 07 Aug 1907
PROBATE BUSINESS — In the probate court, yesterday, J. R. Lowry, administrator with the will annexed, of the estate of George Zika, deceased, filed his final account with a petition for the distribution of the estate, the hearing of which was set for October 21.
The second annual account of William Thomas, guardian of the estate of Mary Miller, insane, was filed, allowed, approved and settled. The guardian was charged with having received $251.95 and credited with having paid out $198.34, leaving a balance on hand of $133.61 (Numbers do not add up correctly??)
TWO COUPLES ARE UNITED IN THE BONDS OF WEDLOCK — Cupid, who had had a rest for several days, yesterday held two sessions in the city, through the assistance of Probate Judge Hicks. At high noon, Charles E. Stultz of McCabe and Margaret J. Wood, until recently a resident of Riverside, Cal, were united in the bonds of matrimony in the presence of a few of their intimate friends, in the probate court room. Mr. Stultz is a prosperous miner of the McCabe section, where the happy couple will make their future home. At 2:30 o’clock in the afternoon, the parlors of the Scopel hotel was the scene of another quiet wedding, when William H. Spencer and Miss Alice Cushman were united as man and wife, the ceremony being also performed by the probate judge. After the fateful words were pronounced a short reception was held, followed by a wedding luncheon. The bride is a recent arrival from Phoenix, where she has resided for several years, and the groom is a prosperous business man of Ash Fork. The happy couple left last night on the Coast Limited for Ash Fork, where they will make their future home.
Thursday 08 Aug 1907
CAMP VERDE PAIR JOINED IN WEDLOCK — Nuptials of Mrs. Annie Gilbert and Jake Weber — Last night at 9 o’clock, the parlors of the Congress hotel was the scene of a pretty wedding, when Jake Weber and Mrs. Annie Gilbert, prominent residents of Camp Verde, were united in the bonds of matrimony, The ceremony was performed by Rev. Eugene Keene of Camp Verde, in the presence of a few of the intimate friends of the contracting parties and a large number of the guests of the hotel….
DEATH OF VISITOR — Arthur Davenport, who arrived here recently from Phoenix, seriously ill, died at the Mercy hospital, Tuesday night at 11:40 o’clock. The immediate cause of death was tuberculosis, from which he had been a sufferer for the past three years. Deceased was a native of Denver, Colo., and aged about 28 years. He had been a resident of this Territory for several years. He served in the Philippine Island campaign during the Spanish-american war, where he contracted the dread disease, which ended fatally. Surviving him are a wife and baby daughter, He was well known in this city and phoenix, and was held in the highest respect by all who enjoyed his acquaintance. His remains will be shipped to Phoenix today, where interment will take place under the auspices of the Phoenix lodge of Elks, of which he was an ardent member.
Saturday 10 Aug 1907
PROBATE BUSINESS — In the probate court, yesterday, an order was made and entered transferring the estate of Clarence W. Neal, deceased, to Coconino county. The estate was entered for probate in 1887, before Coconino county was formed from this county. No record other than the inventory and appraisement of the estate, which is located in Coconino county, appears of record, consequently it was transferred to that county for settlement. The estate consists of real estate in the town of Flagstaff.
Sunday 11 Aug 1907
PROBATE BUSINESS — In the probate court, yesterday, an order was made and entered, confirming the sale of the property of the estate of George L. Thorne, Frank V. Thorne, Ruth M. Throne and Abbie M. Throne, minors. The estate consists of an undivided four-fifths interest in lot 2 block 5 Fleury addition. Charles W. Reberger purchased the property for a consideration of $2,100.
A marriage license was issued to William f. Holder of this city and Mrs. Jennie V. Bate of Phoenix.
Tuesday 13 Aug 1907
HEMORRHAGE CAUSE OF SUDDEN DEATH — Young Man Falls To Sidewalk and Soon Expires — Appendicitis Fatal To Miss Maud Sutton Of Kansas — Yesterday afternoon, about 1:15 o’clock, August Pherson suffered a severe hemorrhage while standing on the sidewalk in front of the Winsor bar and died about five minutes later in the office of Dr. C. E. Yount, where he was carried for medical attention.
Deceased was 25 years of age, and a native of Sweden. His only known relative is a brother in Leonardville, Kan, who has been notified of his death….
Appendicitis Causes Death — Miss Maud Sutton, who was taken to the Mercy hospital, in this city, seriously ill a few day ago, died Sunday night about 9 o’clock. The immediate cause of death was appendicitis. Deceased was aged about 18 years and a native of Kansas. She was employed for some time before being stricken with the fatal disease, as a waitress in the Harvey hotel at Ash Fork. She was a young woman of refined character and the favorite of a large circle of friends of Ash Fork. Her only known surviving relatives are her mother, residing in Douglas, Kan., and a sister residing in Wichita Kan... Both of whom have been notified of her untimely end. Her remains are being held at the Maus & Shannon undertaking establishment, pending the receipt of advices from her relatives.
PROBATE BUSINESS — Yesterday, in the probate court, T. N. Childers was appointed administrator of the estate of Melvina U. Childers, deceased.
Mrs. Jenniet Briggs was appointed administrator of the estate of Clarence P. Briggs, deceased, and C. A. Peter Jr., L. E. Corbin and W. A. Bork were appointed appraisers of the estate. The inventory and appraisement of the estate was returned, filed and recorded, showing it to consist of a house and lot in West Prescott.
J. A. Petit was appointed special administrator of the estate of A. E. Petit, deceased.
Wednesday 14 Aug 1907
PROBATE BUSINESS — In the probate court, yesterday, decrees were entered establishing notice to creditors in the estates of Hezekiah Brooks, deceased, William S. West, deceased, and Charles Price, deceased.
Records showing in the matter of the guardianship of Grace North Wilcox., Orland B. Wilcox, Jr., and Charles M. Wilcox, that Orland B. Wilcox, Sr., was appointed guardian, March 20, 1880, and no further proceedings being found, an order was made revoking the letters of guardianship and dismissing the case.
In the guardianship of William Walker and George Walker, minors, the records showing that Emma Gonzales was appointed guardian, May 13, 1880, and that she had never qualified or took the required oath [sic] an order was made and entered discharging the guardian and dismissing the case.
Thursday 15 Aug 1907
PROBATE BUSINESS — Yesterday was a busy day in the probate court, the result being the closing of five estates and guardianships. The records of the estate of James Lane, insane, showing the appointment and qualification of John M. Lane as guardian, October 26, 1881, and no other proceedings, an order was made revoking the letters of guardianship and dismissing the case.
The records of the estate of George Lount, deceased showing the distribution of $1,675.59 to legatees, under the will, March 23, 1891, an order was made discharging William B. Lount as executor and closing the estate.
The records of the estate of Charles W. Beach, deceased, showing the appointment of Cora A. Beach administrator with the will annexed, October 19, 1889 and no further proceedings, an order was made revoking the letters of administration and dismissing the case.
The same proceedings were had in the estates of James Meadows, Jacob Meadows and Mobley Meadows, minors in the estate of Margaret Meadows, deceased, which were entered for probate in 1886 and 1888.
FUNERAL OF CHILD — Yesterday afternoon, at 4 o’clock, the remains of Aitemifa Monje, the 5-month son of Mr. and Mrs. E. Monje, residing in South Prescott, were interred in the Citizens’ cemetery. Deceased succumbed after a month’s illness, Tuesday evening at 4 o’clock, the fatal malady being miasmus [sic].
SOLDIER KILLED: ASLEEP ON TRACK — Corporal Theodore J. Rolland, While Intoxicated, Lies Down in Local Yards And Is Run Over By Engine No. 16, Death Being Practically Instantaneous. After a night of carousal in several of the resorts in the city, in which he over-indulged in the flowing bowl, Theodore J. Rolland, a corporal of Troop L. of the Fifth cavalry, stationed at Fort Wingate, lay down to sleep on the sidetrack in the S. F. P. & P railway yards, and was run over and instantly killed, yesterday morning at 5:30 o’clock….Deceased was a horseshoer by trade and had only one month and two days of his enlistment to serve. He was a native of Toledo, Ohio, and was very popular among the other members of his company…Later in the afternoon the remains were removed to Fort Whipple to be prepared for interment, which will take place this morning in the post cemetery at 9 o’clock. Deceased was aged about 33 years.
Stork Visits — Tuesday morning, at 5:15 o’clock, the stork visited the home of Mr. and Mrs. M. B. Hazeltine, on Mount Vernon street, leaving a baby boy, Mother and child are reported doing well.
Friday 16 Aug 1907
PROBATE BUSINESS-- In probate court, yesterday, R. W. Meador, W. M. Neagle and Horace Bowdre were appointed appraisers of the estate of Melvina U. Childers, deceased. The inventory of the estate which consists of $665 cash, deposited in the Prescott National bank and the Bank of Arizona, was returned filed and recorded.
Mrs. Mary Bowen, administratrix of the estate of David C. Rees, deceased, filed receipts showing the distribution of cash belonging to the estate, August 17, 1889, and an order was made and entered closing the estate, discharging the administratrix and releasing her bond.
Phillip Pecharich of Jerome, filed a petition asking for an order for the adoption of Gerald Henderson, minor, and the order establishing the adoption was made and entered upon the proper stautory [sic] showing.
Saturday 17 Aug 1907
TWO OLD RESIDENTS OF YAVAPAI DEAD — James Sullivan And G. W. Dakan Succumb To Disease — In the county hospital, yesterday two deaths occurred of residents of the county of many years; standing.
About 7 o’clock in the morning, James Sullivan, who had been an inmate of the institution for about a week, succumbed to ilecolitic. He became ill on Jul 4, and despite the best of medical attention, gradually grew worse until the end came. Before making this county his home, some years ago, he resided for some time in Cripple Creek, Colo. He was a native of Ireland and aged 50 years. His only surviving relative as far as known here is a brother, residing in San Francisco, engaged in the shoe business.
About 2 o’clock in the afternoon, G. W. Dakan, who was admitted to the hospital, Saturday last, expired from a complication of disease, in which rheumatism appeared to be the most distressing. He was aged about 44 years and a native of Oregon. He was engaged in placer mining for a number of years, a few miles east of the city. He leaves no relatives in this section, and little is known of his history before coming here.
The remains of both were taken in charge by the Maus & Shannon undertaking establishment to be prepared for burial.
BUSY DAY IN THE LOCAL PROBATE COURT — Estates Settled Dating Back To Year 1884 — In the probate court, yesterday, the principal business transacted consisted of the closing of the Koch and Moeller estates, which included the most valuable property in the city of Prescott in the 80’s and the transferring of the John M. Berry estate to the county of Coconino.
Although the records in the estate of Virginia Koch, deceased, showed that Antonio Barrias was administrator and distributes of the estate, and distributed same, January 4, 1884, the estate was never legally closed, and an order was made discharging the administrator and closing the estate, which consisted of that part of Prescott, now known as the Otis addition.
In the estate of Andrew L. Moeller, deceased, the records showed that the final accounts of Alice Moeller, administratrix, were approved and settled, November 14, 1887, and it further appearing that although the estate had been distributed to Alice Moeller, who was declared the legal heir at law of deceased, and that the estate was still open, a decree was entered adjudging that said Alice Moeller had received the property distributed, closing the estate, discharging the adminstratrix, and releasing the bond. The Moeller estate included a great portion of what is known as the Moeller addition, and a large number of lots in the city of Prescott, among which is the site of the Hotel St. Michael.
In the matter of the estate of John M. Berry, deceased, the records showing that there were no proceedings in the estate since February 2, 1887, and that the estate was located in Coconino county, an order was made and entered transferring the proceedings to the probate court in Coconino county.
Tuesday 20 Aug 1907
PROBATE BUSINESS — In the probate court yesterday, Alfred Quetu, executor of the last will and testament of the estate of T. G. Barlow-Massicks, deceased, filed his second annual account of hearing of which was set for August 29.
William B. Hays and Elvina Barnum and Joseph Blair And Estella Fambro were licensed to wed.
PRESCOTT PIONEER SUCCUMBS TO DEATH — Jake Marks Passes Away After Three Years Of Illness — Was Well Known and Respected Throughout The West — After a lingering illness of three years, two of which he has been confined to his home on Union street, Jake Marks, a pioneer of California and this Territory, died yesterday afternoon at 2:15 o’clock.
Deceased was born in Jefferson county, Kentucky, November 30, 1833…Deceased was the first member of the Elks in Arizona. He organized and assisted in founding Prescott Lodge, No. 330, of that order was its first exalted ruler, and was the first deputy grand exalted ruler of the order in the Territory. He leaves surviving him his wife and adopted daughter, Mrs. T. H. Bate, of this city who were with him in his last hours, two brothers, residents of San Francisco, and a sister Mrs. Louis Livinston, residing in Frank-fort-on-Main, Germany. His remains were taken in charge by the undertaking firm of Maus and Shannon to be prepared for burial. The funeral will take place under the auspices of Prescott Lodge, No. 330. B.P.O.E. Wednesday morning at 10 o’clock, from the family residence on Union street. Interment will be had in the Odd Fellows’ cemetery.
Wednesday 21 Aug 1907
CONCERING THE DEATH OF MISS JENNIE LEE BACK-Camp Verde Aug 19, Editor Journal-Miner At the request of the parents and brothers and sisters of Jennie L. Back, who died in Prescott, July 13, 1907. None of the papers got her proper name and will say her name was Jennie Lee Back, born April 29, 1889 at the Back home on Beaver, Creek, where she was raised to womanhood. She was brought to Prescott for medical treatment about a month before her death and expired Jul 13, 1907, aged 18 years, 2 months, and 13 days. Her remains were interred in the Clear Creek cemetery, July 15, 1907 before one of the largest funeral assemblages seen in Verde Valley in many years. The funeral was under the direction of G.C. Ruffner undertaking establishment which prepared remains for burial and which looked almost as natural as life when exposed to view a short time before interment…
ESTATES PROBATED AND SETTLED IN LOCAL COURT — In the probate court yesterday a decree was made and entered transferring further proceedings in the estate of William H. Campbell, deceased, to Coconino county where all of the assets of the estate are located. The records of the estate show that the will of deceased was probated, letters testamentary issued and appraisers appointed January 8, 1901.
A decree was made and entered closing the estate, discharging Joseph Campbell, the administrator and releasing his bond, in the matter of the estate of Pasqual Oris, deceased, The records of this estate show that the administrator made final settlement March 17, 1891 and that an appeal was taken from the decree and judgment of the probate court to the district court March 20, 1895 the district court entered a judgment sustaining the action of the probate court. Subsequently the administrator died and it appearing to the court that the estate had been fully administered the order closing the estate was made and entered.
Friday 23 Aug 1907
OLD ESTATES ARE SETTLED IN COURT — Three estates dating back to 1882, 1886 and 1893, respectively, were closed and settled in the probate court yesterday, constituting the entire business for the day.
The estate of Peter Brennan, deceased, was closed. The records of the estate show that the final accounts of Patrick R. Brennan were allowing and settled and the residue of the estate distributed to Elizabeth Brennan, widow of deceased, as per decree of the probate court, made and entered April 24, 1882, and it appearing that both administrator and legatee under the last will and testament, had long since died, leaving the estate open and unsettled, a decree was made and entered closing the estate.
In the estate of George L. Smith, deceased, admitted to probate February 23, 1886, the records of which show the appointment of Mary L. Smith, executrix and the issuance of letter testamentary to her, and to other proceedings, the letters testamentary were revoked and the case dismissed.
In the matter of the estate of Robert Postle, deceased, the records of which show the appointment of Robert D. Postle, as special administrator January 21, 1893, and no record of his qualification, an order was made and entered revoking his appointment.
Saturday 24 Aug 1907
NEWLY WEDDED PAIR ARE HERE EN ROUTE TO HUMBOLDT — Mr. and Mrs. Frank Welding, who were recently married in Los Angeles, arrived here last night on their honeymoon trip, which embraced the principal points of interest on the coast and will leave this morning for Humboldt where they will make their future home…
Sunday 25 Aug 1907
DEATH OF CHICAGOAN — Mrs. Effie Masters, a recent arrival from Chicago, died at the home of a friend in West Prescott, Friday afternoon at 6:30 o’clock. The immediate cause of death was tuberculosis, from which she had suffered for many years. Her remains are being held by the Maus & Shannon undertaking establishment awaiting the arrival of her husband from Chicago who is expected Monday.
SHIP REMAINS — Last night the remains of Mrs. Mattie Painter, who died in the Mercy hospital, Friday afternoon at 4:30 o’clock, were shipped to Phoenix for interment. Deceased was a native of Denison, Texas, and had been a resident of the Salt River valley for the past ten years. She leaves surviving her father, J. F. Spence, residing in Phoenix, where the funeral will take place this afternoon at 4:00 o’clock.
Tuesday 27 Aug 1907
The remains of Mr. Effie Masters, who died here, Friday, will be shipped to the old home of deceased in Neillsville, Clark county, Wisconsin, on the Limited, tonight. They will be accompanied by her husband, L.G. Masters, who arrived here yesterday from Chicago.
Wednesday 28 Aug 1907
FALLS TO DEATH DOWN DERBY SHAFT — Fred Blume Victim of Fatal Accident Yesterday — Intended Soon to Leave For Old Home In Germany -- …Deceased was a native of Germany, aged 47 years…His remains were taken in charge by the Ruffner undertaking establishment to be held awaiting instructions from his relatives in Germany. In conversation with General Manager Young, a short time ago, he expressed a wish that in case he was ever the victim of a fatal accident remains be shipped to his native land for interment.
Thursday 29 Aug 1907
PROBATE BUSINESS — Yesterday, in the probate court, Geo. C. Ruffner, special administrator of the estate of W. B. Snyder, deceased, filed an account of which was set for September 6. An order was made setting aside $500, exempt personal property, in the estate of Melvina U. Childers, for the use of T. N. Childers, surviving husband of deceased.
NEW DEPUTY SHERIFF — H. W. Carson of Cedar Glade was appointed a deputy sheriff yesterday by Sheriff Lowry.
FUNERAL TODAY — This afternoon, at 3 o’clock, the funeral of Fred Blume, who accidentally met his death in the Derby mine, Tuesday afternoon, about 1 o’clock, will take place from the chapel of the Ruffner undertaking parlors. Interment will be in the Citizens’ cemetery. Deceased was a member of the Miners’ union, the members of which, now in this city will attend the funeral in a body.
Saturday 31 Aug 1907
JEROME PEOPLE JOINED IN THE BONDS OF MATRIMONY — At high noon, Thursday, in Jerome, Miss Magdalen Velen and Nick Kovacowick were united in the bonds of matrimony, in the presence of a number of their relatives and intimate friends. The ceremony was performed by Rev. C. Mandin, pastor of the Catholic church of this city and Jerome…
Another Jerome Couple — Yesterday the Colombo hotel of this city was the scene of a quiet wedding when Probate Judge Hicks united in marriage Miss Bisetti Luigin and Frank Valzona. Only a few of the intimate friends of the contracting parties were present. The bride is a recent arrival from sunny Italy, and the groom is a prominent resident of the Italian colony at Jerome…
Sunday 01 Sep 1907
FUNERAL OF D. C. MORRISON — The funeral of the late D. C. Morrison, aged 53, who died in the Mercy hospital, Thursday night at 10:30 o’clock, will take place this afternoon at 3 o’clock, under the auspices of the Miners; union, deceased holding membership in Globe, local, No. 60, of the Western Federation of Miners. Morrison was a native of Scotland, and was an engineer by profession, widely and favorable known in the southern part of the Territory, where he lived many years. He arrived here recently from Globe, and was admitted to the hospital, Thursday morning, succumbing that night to [sic] pertontias and other complications, from which he had been a sufferer for some time. He leaves no immediate relatives, as far as known in the Territory. Interment will take place in the Citizens’ cemetery.
Wednesday 04 Sep 1907
MORTUARY — Yesterday afternoon, at 6 o’clock, Miss Mabel Scott succumbed to that dread disease, tuberculosis, from which she had been a sufferer fro some years at the family home in West Prescott. Deceased was aged 21 years and a native of California. She came to this city a short time ago from her home in the Golden State in hope that the change of climate would bring relief, but she gradually grew worse until death relieved her of her sufferings. Surviving her she leaves her mother, Mrs. Fannie Scott, and a sister and brother. Her remains were taken in charge by the Ruffner undertaking establishment to be prepared for burial, and will be shipped to Los Angeles for interment Thursday.
Thursday 05 Sep 1907
ESTATE SETTLED IN PROBATE COURT — In the probate court yesterday John A. Thorne, resident guardian of the estate of George L. Thorne, Frank B. Throne, Ruth M. Throne and Abbie M. Throne, minors, filed his final account of guardianship. Perry S. King non-resident guardian of said minors, residing in Napa county, California, filed the necessary proof showing his qualification as guardian together with an application praying for the removal of said estates. The account and hearing was set for September 12.
L. B. St. James, who was appointed administrator of the estate of George Spencer, deceased, January 17, 1878, filed a report to the effect that the estate consisted of a half interest in a growing crop on the Little Colorado river, within the boundaries of Navajo county. The report showed that the administrator, is raising and harvesting the crop, and in making final settlement with the surviving partner of deceased, had paid out $100 more than he received, and an order was made confirming and approving the report and releasing the bond. The bondsmen were Hugo Richards of this city and Charles Goldman of Phoenix.
John H. Robinson, administrator of the estate of Andrew Grubb, deceased, filed a final account of his administration with a petition for the distribution of the estate, the hearing of which was set for September 12.
DROPPED DEAD — Clerk of the Board of Supervisors Peter is in receipt of a telegram from Seligman stating that a man named Robert Bullis, dropped suddenly dead in that place, Monday evening. No particulars of the death were given. Deceased is not generally known here.
Friday 06 Sep 1907
QUIET WEDDING — Miss Grace Duff and Elmer Lambert were quietly united in the bonds of matrimony, in this city, Wednesday. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Father Mandin, priest of the Catholic church…
REMAINS SHIPPED — Yesterday afternoon the remains of Miss Edna Mabelle Scott, who died at the Scott family home, 716 Western avenue, at 6 o’clock, Tuesday evening were shipped to Los Angeles for interment.
Saturday 07 Sep 1907
PROBATE COURT — In the probate court, yesterday, Mrs. Cynthia D. Sheard Duncan was appointed guardian of the estate of Florence Sheard, minor.
The accounts of George C. Ruffner, special administrator of the estate of W. B. Snyder, deceased, were allowed approved and settled. The administrator was charged with having received $125 in cash and credited with having paid out on account of funeral and administration expenses, $77.35, leaving a balance on hand of $48.65, which was ordered expended for the purchase and erection of a monument at the grave of deceased.
Sunday 08 Sep 1907
COURT NOTES —Mrs. Florence Goff was granted a divorce from Clarence L. Goff on the grounds of desertion.
SURVIVES THE SITE —Yesterday County Surveyor Latimer surveyed the site for the new jail building, which will be built thirty-two feet south of the court house. He also staked the site for the outer walls of the proposed new court house. The work of excavating for the jail building will be commenced next week.
In the construction of the jail and the proposed court house the main features of the plaza will not be disturbed. Several of the trees planted in the past few years, now growing on the sites, will be removed to other parts of the plaza, but the grass plots, in the main, will remain intact. The pagoda on south side of the court house will be removed.
Tuesday 10 Sep 1907
REMAINS SHIPPED —Last night the remains of Edward H. Clark, deceased, who died in this city, Sunday night at 9 o’clock, were shipped for interment in Phoenix. Deceased was 31 years and a native of New York. He came to this city about two months ago in hopes that the change of climate would stay the inroads on his constitution of that dread disease — consumption. He gradually grew worse until the end came. Surviving him he leaves a wife and 6-year-old son. He came to Phoenix from his native state about three years ago and purchased a farm. He devoted his attention to the agricultural industry until he left the valley for this city.
Wednesday 11 Sep 1907
WEDDING BELLS — Yesterday at high noon, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. George Hartman, on North Alarcon street, was the scene of a very pretty wedding, when their accomplished daughter, Miss Henrietta Johanna Hartman, was united in the bonds of matrimony to George Joseph Harbauer…
Thursday 12 Sep 1907
DEATH AT ASH FORK — Yesterday Maus & Shannon shipped a coffin to Ash Fork, in which the remains of a Mexican, who died there at an early hour, yesterday morning, will be interred. The name of the dead man or the cause of death was not learned by the officers.
Sunday 15 Sep 1907
Stork Visits — The stork visited the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Archambeau, in West Prescott, at 9 o’clock last night, leaving a nine-pound baby girl. Mr. Archambeau will celebrate the opening of the deer season at home today.
Tuesday 17 Sep 1907
STORK IS ACTIVE — Last week the stork was particularly active in the section of the city south of Goose Flat, two houses being visited and made happy inside of two days. Thursday, the welcome bird called at 531 South Montezuma street, leaving a baby girl with Mr. and Mrs. Albert B. Purchase, which the proud father is seriously considering names Miss Louisiana Purchase. Saturday, at an early hour, Mr. and Mrs. Nelson Lunstrum were delighted with the arrival at their home of a healthy baby girl, also left there by the popular bird, that has somehow overlooked that locality for many months past, being busy in other parts of the city.
TWO RESIDENTS OF POLAND CLAIMED BY DEATH —Mrs. Lucy Hands Is A Victim of Brights Disease — M. Martinez Succumbs To Stomach Troubles —Yesterday morning, at 7 o’clock, Mrs. Lucy Clark Hands died at her home in Poland, after a brief illness, the immediate to an aggravated attack of Bights disease. Deceased was aged 27 years, and a native of New York. Surviving her is her husband and two children of tender years. A sad feature of her death was the fact that her husband was absent at a mine in the desert, fifty miles distant from Phoenix, and outside the reach of immediate communication. Her remains were taken in charge by the Ruffner undertaking establishment to be prepared for burial. Announcement of the funeral will be made on the arrival of her husband here from the south. Deceased had been a resident of this Territory for the past seven years, living the greater part of the time in Poland, where she was beloved and respected by a wide circle of friends and acquaintances. The death of another former resident of Poland occurred in the hospital here, yesterday afternoon, at 3 o’clock, when M. Martinez succumbed to a complication of stomach troubles. Deceased was aged about 40 years a native of Mexico. His remains are being held at the Maus & Shannon undertaking establishment awaiting instructions from his relatives.
Wednesday 18 Sep 1907
FUNERAL NOTICE —The funeral of the late Mrs. G. V. Hands will be held at G.C. Ruffner’s funeral chapel this afternoon at 1:30 o’clock. All friends and acquaintances are invited. Interment at Citizen’s cemetery.
Friday 20 Sep 1907
POPULAR VERDE VALLEY PEOPLE WED IN THIS CITY — Wednesday evening at 5 o’clock in the parlors of the Prescott hotel, Justice of the Peace J. M. W. Moore united in the bonds of matrimony Miss Clara Clem and Norman H. Palmer, two popular residents of Camp Verde…
Saturday 21 Sep 1907
DIES FROM A SEVERE ATTACK OF GASTRITIS AFTER FEW DAYS —Yesterday morning, at 6 o’clock, Julius Monroe Green succumbed to an acute attack of gastritis, after an illness of only a few days. Deceased was 57 years of age and a native of Iowa…His remains were taken in charge by the Ruffner undertaking establishment to be prepared for burial. The funeral will take place this morning at 10 o’clock under the auspices of the Grand Army of the Republic. Interment will be had in the Citizens’ cemetery.
MIDNIGHT WEDDING FOR ANXIOUS LOVERS — Couldn’t Wait Until The Break of Dawn — Though The Hour Was Late Love Found A Way — Though the hours was late, love found a way, when Charles R. Roberts aged 32, of this city, determined, Thursday night, to make Miss Mary Gill, aged 20 a resident of Middleton, his bride before another sun had risen. Accompanied by the parents of the bride, Mr. and Mrs. R. J. Schwanbeck of Middleton, the only witnesses to the marriage ceremony, the lovers sought Clerk Robinson of the probate court, at his residence on Mount Vernon street, but that gentleman was enjoying himself at the theater, and to that place the bridal party then wended its way, only to again meet disappointment as Mr. Robinson had left the theater for his home, where he was eventually found, a short time before midnight, by the lovers, who accompanied him to the court house where the marriage license was secured…
Sunday 22 Sep 1907
DIES FROM STOMACH TROUBLE — After an illness of only three weeks. Thomas Morgan, yesterday afternoon, in the county hospital, succumbed to an acute attack of stomach trouble. Deceased was aged about 48 years and a native of Louisiana. He was a miner by occupation and had been a resident of this county only a few years. A former friend and companion, John O’Nillen, blacksmith at the Sunset mine in Copper Creek was notified of his death yesterday afternoon. Funeral arrangements will be announced as soon as Mr. O’Nillen arrives in this city.
Wednesday 25 Sep 1907
BECOMES PROUD FATHER —Dr. F. W. Sawyer of Castle Hot Springs, arrived here last night from Los Angeles, where the stork visited his summer home for the first time, Saturday, leaving a nine-pound baby boy. The doctor reports Mrs. Sawyer and the baby in excellent health. They will leave Los Angeles for the springs next month. He also stated that improvements costing many thousands of were made at the springs during the summer months, and that, in all probability, an automobile service between the springs and Morristown would be inaugurated before many months.
Thursday 26 Sep 1907
CEBEBRATION OF CLARE-WERDON NUPTIALS —Wedding Takes Place At The Home Of Geo. Brown — Yesterday evening, at 8 o’clock, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. George Brown, 234 North Montezuma street, Mrs. Catherine B. Clare and P. B. Werdon were united in the bonds of matrimony. Rev. Walker of the Baptist church, officiated, only a few of the immediate relatives of the contracting parties being present….
FORMER OFFICER DIES FROM A HEMORRHAGE — William H. Potts Succumbs to Attack of Pneumonia — Yesterday afternoon, at 1 o’clock, William H. Potts died at his home on South Summit street, as the result of a hemorrhage. For the past two years he has been gradually growing weaker from a throat affection, and was confined to his home for about two weeks in the early part of the month…Deceased was aged about 42 years, and a native of Illinois. He had been a resident of this city since 1882, and was a man held in the highest esteem by all who knew him. He served several years as a police officer and deputy sheriff, never shirking his duty and always ready to uphold the law, even at the peril of his life…Surviving him are his widow, who was with him when the end came, a sister, Mrs. John Merritt of this city, and a brother, Warren C. Potts, a former resident of this county, now in Nevada.
Saturday 28 Sep 1907
MARRIAGE LICENSES — Marriage licenses were issued, yesterday, to Ross McDonald and Miss Dorothy M. Daly of this city, and Edward Guy Attaway of Mesa and Miss Bessie Ola Pulliam of Ardmore I.T.
FUNERAL NOTICE — The funeral of the late John Thomas will be held at G.C. Ruffner’s funeral chapel, Saturday, September 28, at 3:30 p.m. All friends and acquaintances are invited. Interment at Citizens’ cemetery.