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01 January 1909
Page 4.3 Probate Business — A summary of the business transacted by the probate court during the year just closed shows that 144 marriage licenses were issued, on nine of which returns were not made. This makes an average of almost two marriages every five days for the year. Twelve hearings on insanity charges were held, the persons arraigned being committed to the territorial asylum for the insane in ten cases. Eleven wills were admitted to probate and three decrees of adoption entered. Forty three estates were admitted to probate and thirty-three estates settled and closed. Eighty-eight estates are under administration, of which nine are under wills, six insane guardianships, sixteen minor guardianships and forty-seven intestates. The bonds of Barney Smith and J. W. Stewart, supervisors elect, were approved and supervisors’ claims allowed in the amount to $3,000.
Page 4.4 BOY DIES —Chester Smith, the five-year-old son of Mr. & Mrs. Charles Smith, succumbed to diphtheria after a few days’ illness at the home of his parents in Ash Fork. His remains were interred there yesterday. Everything known to the local medical profession was done to stay the fatal disease after its discovery, without avail. The patient gradually grew worse until death ended his sufferings. The bereaved parents have the sympathy of the community in the loss of their dear one.
03 January 1909
Page 5.2 ROOSEVELT BIRD BUSY. The Roosevelt bird visited the home of Mr. and Mrs. Barry Goldwater in Phoenix early yesterday morning and presented this popular couple with a healthy baby boy. This is the first male heir to the Goldwater families of this city, Phoenix and San Francisco. An hour later the welcome bird arrived at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Rust in North Prescott and presented this happy couple with a bouncing baby girl.
Page 8.2 PROBATE BUSINESS — A decree was made and entered in the probate court yesterday setting aside 160 acres of land in the Verde valley belonging to the estate of W. W. Nichols, decreased, as a homestead for the widow.
George C. Ruffner, administrator of the estate of Frank Zuamill deceased, filed his final account and report, the hearing of which was set for January 11.
George P. Harrington, administrator of the estate of John Thomas, deceased filed a receipt showing the delivery of distributive shares in the estate to the heirs. An order was made discharging the administrator and closing the estate.
An order was made confirming the sale of the personal property of the estate of Ramen Cardenas, deceased, to Nicholas Cardenas. The property, which consisted of burros, pack saddles, saddles and saddle horse, was sold for $200.
Page 8.4 Auction Sale — The household goods of the estate of Mrs. J. B. Valdrini, deceased, will be sold at auction Wednesday afternoon at 2 o’clock at the Colombo hotel, 310 West Gurley street.
05 January 1909
Page 4.4 —PROBATE BUSINESS — Written opposition and contest to the will of Sarah Stees, deceased, was filed in the probate court yesterday. The petitioner for probate of the will ise [sic] Joseph Mefford, son of deceased, residing in Phoenix. He is represented by Bullard and Lyman. The contestants are Mrs. William Rhodes, Mrs. Cora Keegan, Ab Mefford and other sons and daughters of deceased, residents of this county. They are represented by Attorney J. C. Forest.
07 January 1909
Page 5.2 — BRADBURY — ADOLPH WEDDING — A quiet wedding occurred at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. A. C. Gilmore last evening at 6 o’clock, the bridegroom being our county recorder, J. C. Bradbury, and the bride Miss Lillian Aldophia , for the past four or five years a resident of Prescott, where she has made a host of friends. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. Francis T. Walker, using the ring ceremony. The house was prettily decorated for the occasion with roses, palms and smilax. After the wedding dinner was served, Mr. and Mrs. Bradbury departed for their residence 135 Grove Street.
Page 6.2 — PROBATE BUSINESS — James S. Russell filed a petition in the probate court yesterday, praying that letters of administration on the estate of Rhonda Russell, deceased, be issued to him. The hearing of the petition was set for January 16.
A marriage license was issued to John Carles Bradbury and Miss Lydia Henrietta Adolphia.
Page 8.4 — Remains Interred — The remains of Albert Strausburg, who was found dead Tuesday morning at 9 o’clock near the Fitzsimmons brickyard with a bullet wound in the center of his forehead, was interred yesterday in the Citizens Cemetery.
The funeral was attended by a large number of the Hebrew residents of the city and their friends.
Page 8.5 — SANFORD — LANE MARRIAGE — Announcement was made yesterday of the marriage of Miss Katherine Lane and Earl Sanford in this city, December 10. Only a few intimate friends witnessed the ceremony. The bride is an estimable young woman, having a large number of friends who will join on learning of the wedding in wishing her and her husband bon voyate [sic] on the matrimonial sea. The groom is the son of Attorney and Mrs. Earl Sanford. He was raised in manhood in this city and enjoys a wide acquaintance throughout the territory. They will make their home here.
08 January 1909
Page 5.2 — PROBATE BUSINESS — Philip Pecharich, administrator of the estate of Mike Babich, deceased, filed his final report and account of administration in the probate court yesterday with a petition for distribution of the estate. The hearing of the petition was set for January 18. -- F. A. Mueller, administrator of the estate of William Weise, deceased, filed the receipts of heirs showing the distribution of the estate and an order was made discharging the administration and closing the estate.
09 January 1909
Page 6.2 — PROBATE BUSINESS — Dr. R. N. Looney, administrator of the estate of Herman Headt, deceased, filed receipts in the probate court yesterday showing the payment of shares of the estate to the heirs. An order was made and entered discharging the administrator and closing the estate. — The inventory and appraisement of the estate of Mrs. Nancy A. Stephens. Deceased, was returned, filed and recorded. The estate consists of lands, lots, personal property and a note, all appraised at $5,400. Notice to creditors was ordered published in the said estate. — The will of Ellen Markin was filed for probate at the request of James Markin with a petition for the appointment of Attorney P. W. O’Sullivan as administrator with the will annexed. The hearing of the petition was set for January 19. The will has been duly proven and allowed in a California court.
10 January 1909
Page 6.2 — JOHN ENGLE DIES — After a six week’s illness, Joseph Engle succumbed to an abcess[sic] in the ear Friday morning at 10:30 o’clock. He was 63 years old and a native of Kentucky. He came here with [sic] is[sic] family from California in 1888 and has been a resident of this county since. Surviving he leaves his wife, two sons Joseph Engle and Eugene Engle of this city, three daughters Mrs. Mabel Ashe of Globe, Mrs. Edith Peter of Dubuque, Iowa, and Miss Lorna Engle residing here. His remains were taken in charge by the Ruffner undertaking establishment to be prepared for burial. The funeral will be held from the Masonic Temple under the Masonic auspices, this afternoon at 3 o’clock. Interment will be in the Masonic cemetery. In his death Prescott loses one of the most industrious citizens and his wife and family a loving and indulgent husband and father. He was respected and esteemed by all who knew him.
Page 8.2 — Probate Business -- Mrs. Louise Ball, administratix of the estate of Alfred Ball, deceased, filed her final account and report of administration in the probate court yesterday, with a petition for distribution of the estate. The hearing was set for January 20.
Page 8.4 — HANSON —ENGEN WEDDING — Mrs. Belle Engen and Robert M. Hanson were united in marriage at her home, 201 North Granite street, last evening at 8:30. Probate Judge C. P. Hicks officiated in the presence of only the immediate relatives and a few intimate friends. The bride and groom are well known and highly respected residents of this city and county. He was raised to manhood here, and is a miner by occupation, owning promising properties in the Hassayampa district. They will make their home here.
13 January 1909
Page 3.4 —PROBATE BUSINESS — G. G. Englehart, administrator of the estate of Dennis May, deceased, filed his final account and report of administration in the probate court Monday, with a petition for distribution of the estate. The hearing of the petition was set for January 21…
Page 8.4 — Probate Business — T. W. Otis, guardian of the estate of the Oliver minors, filed his 17th annual account of guardianship in the probate court yesterday. The hearing of the report was set for January 22.
15 January 1909
Page 4.3 — MISSIONARY DIES — Rev. R. D. Latter Succumbs to Fall from Horse — Rev. R. D. Latter, a Baptist missionary, died Wednesday morning at 3 o’clock in the Middle Verde. His death was caused by a horse falling backwards on him, three days ago. He was a native of Michigan. He came to the Verde Valley four months ago from Phoenix. No. immediate relatives survive him here. Rev. Latter was a young man of attainments, deeply devoted to his religious vocation. His death is deeply regretted by the residents of the Verde valley who held him in the highest respect and esteem. Word was also received from Camp Verde last night of the death on Beaver Creek of the ten year old daughter of John Langdon. The little one succumbed at the home of her parents after a short illness. Only meager details of both deaths were received.
Page 4.3 — PROBATE BUSINESS — An order was made and entered in probate court yesterday settling the approving the four annual account of Jesse T. Jones, guardian of the estate of the Jones minors, conditioned on the payment of certain scheduled indebtedness. A. further order was made in the same estate substituting securities conditioned on the payment of a stated amount of scheduled in debtedness [sic]. A partial distribution was made to Jesse S. Jones and Grace M. Jones, who have reached their majority. The remainder of the estate will be distributed next year, when W. H. F. Jones will be 21 years old.
16 January 1909
Page 4.4 — FUNERAL NOTICE — The funeral of the late Geo. D. Ridenour will take place on Sunday, at 2:30 p.m., from the undertaking parlors of Maus & Shannon. Friends and acquaintances are respectfully invited to attend.
Page 5.3 — MARK PECK DIES — After a lingering illness, Mark Peck succumbed to tuberculosis at Mayer yesterday morning. He was 25 years old and a native of California. He was the son of Ed G. Peck, discoverer of the Great Peck mine in the Bradshaw mountains. He resided in Sycamore creek, thirty miles east of Mayer, with his grandfather T. M. Alexander, the last ten years. Peck was a promising young man and his death is deeply regretted by all who knew him.
Page 5.6 -- PROBATE BUSINESS — Mary Conrey filed a petition praying for letters of administration of the estate of Frederick Conrey, deceased, in the probate court yesterday. The hearing of the petition was set for January 20.
Page 8.3 — Roosevelt Bird Visits — The Roosevelt bird visited the home of Mr. and Mrs. T. J. Crowl near Dewey on Friday and presented this popular couple with a healthy baby girl.
17 January 1909
Page 4.4 — PROBATE BUSINESS — The inventory and appraisement of the estate of Mary J. Foster, deceased, was returned, filed and recorded in the probate court yesterday. The estate consists of cash and two lots and improvements in Prescott appraised at $1,225.75. Notice to creditors was ordered published in the same estate. -- Mrs. Lizzie Moe, administratrix, of the estate of Gue Moe, deceased, filed her final account of administration with a petition for distribution of the estate. The hearing of the petitions was set for January 30. — James Russell was appointed administrator of the estate of Rhoda Russell, deceased. — In the will contest of Sarah Sees, deceased, the motion of defendant requiring the attorney for plaintiff to show cause for presecuting[sic] the contest was dismissed and plaintiff required to file a cost bond.
Page 5.1 — FREEMAN-BLUMBERG WEDDING — Miss Cecilia Blumberg and Edward Freeman were united in marriage at the house of Mr. and Mrs. Sam Dreyer, in this city Friday night at 9 o’clock. Probate Judge C. P. Hicks officiated in the presence of a number of relatives and friends. A reception followed the nuptials. The bride is the sister of Mrs. Dreyer. She has resided here several years and is a favorite in local social circles. The groom is an attaché of the Dreyer and Blumberg mercantile establishment. He came here two years ago from New Jersey. The wedding is the culmination of a romance that started several months ago when he met the charming woman by now proudly claims as bride. They were the recipients of many costly and useful presents.
Page 8.3 — Marriage License Issued. A marriage license was issued yesterday to D. J. Wiley and Catherine Agnes Higgins.
23 January 1909
Page 8.3 — Latest Arrival — The Roosevelt bird visited the home of Mr. Mrs. W. D. Shaw, 313 North Mount Vernon street, last evening at 7:30 o’clock and presented this popular could with a healthy nine pound son.
Page 8.4 — M’Neely - M’Kenzie WEDDING — Miss Marian Lillie McKenzie and Victor McNeeley [sic] were united in marriage at the home of the bride’s parents Thursday night at 10 o’clock. Probate Judge C. P. Hicks officiated. A number of relatives and friends witnessed the ceremony, which was followed by a reception and wedding supper. The bride is the daughter of Mrs. Sarah McKenzie. She is a graduate of the high school and is a charming and accomplished young woman. The groom has resided here since early boyhood. He is a miner by occupation. Many handsome and useful presents bore testimony to the popularity of the happy couple.
24 January 1909
Page8.2 — PROBATE BUSINESS — The final accounts of L. L. Ruffner administrator of the estate of C. S. Black, deceased, were allowed, approved and settled in the probate court yesterday. The administrator was charged with having received $127.70 and credited with having paid the same amount for expenses of last sickness and funeral. An order was made closing the estate and discharging its administrator. — Ida Crozdale filed a petition praying for her appointment as administratrix of the estate of James Croxdale, deceased. The hearing of the petition was set for February 3. — The inventory and appraisement of the estate of Ellen C. Mackin, deceased, was returned, filed and recorded. The estate consists of a half interest in the Webfoot patented mining claim in the Hassayampa district appraised at $500.
28 January 1909
Page 5.1 -- SHIP REMAINS — The remains of Mrs. J. L. Miller, who died Tuesday afternoon at 2:30 o’clock , were shipped yesterday afternoon to Denison, Ohio, her home, for interment. The fatal disease was tuberculosis. She arrived here Monday night, accompanied by her husband. She came to Arizona on the advice of her physician. Her conditions [sic] was such that she succumbed the day following her arrival, the over-exertion of the trip hastening her end. She was 23 years old and a native of Ohio.
29 January 1909
Page 5.2 — PRESCOTT BOY DIES — After an illness of several months, James R. Allred succumbed to a dropsical [sic] disease yesterday morning at 10:20 o’clock at the home of his mother Mrs. Allred, in the Granite mountain district. He was born in this city fourteen year ago. He was a promising boy and the sympathy of the community goes to his mother in her bereavement. His remains were brought here last night by Maus and Shannon, undertakers. The funeral will be held this afternoon at 4 o’clock. Interment will be in the Citizens cemetery.
30 January 1909
Page 5.4 — CHARLES HUMPHREY DEAD -- Charles Humphrey is dead. He succumbed to Bright’s disease after an illness of three years at his home in Senator at 1:30 o’clock yesterday morning. Mr. Humphrey’s was 54 years old and a native of Wales. He emigrated to the United States at an early age, settling in Pennsylvania. He resided in this county since 1882, following the occupation of miner. Surviving he leaves his wife and sone[sic] son James Humphreys, both of whom were with him when the end came. The sympathy of the community goes to those he leaves behind in their irreparable loss of a loving and indulgent husband and father. The funeral will be held Sunday afternoon at 2 o’clock from the chapel of the Maus and Shannon undertaking establishment. Interment will be in the Citizen’s cemetery.
Page 8.4 — Roosevelt Bird Visits — The Roosevelt bird visited the home of Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Ricca on North Montezuma street late Friday night and presented this popular couple with a baby son.
02 February 1909
Page 4.2 — Dies of Paralysis — After a lingering illness of three years, Mrs. Dominie Sanita succumbed to paralysis at her home in Congress, January 29. The funeral was held Saturday, interment being in the Congress cemetery. She was 45 years old and a native of Italy. Her husband and three children survive her. The funeral was one of the largest seen in Congress in many months, attesting the high respect and esteem in which deceased was held by all who knew her. Several friends from this city were present to pay their last respects and sympathize with the sorrowing relatives in their loss of a loving and indulgent wife and mother.
03 February 1909
Page 4.3 — DR. HALL DIES — Dr. E. A. Hall of Mayer was found dead in bed at his home in that place at an early hour yesterday morning. A coroner’s jury returned a verdict that his death was due to paralysis. His remains well be brought here today by the Ruffner undertaking establishment for interment. Only meager details of the sudden ending of Dr. Hall were obtained by telephone. He is known to have been in ill health for some months. He came to Mayer from the east four years ago and established a hospital there. On account of failing health he disposed of his interests in the hospital several months ago. Surviving he leaves a wife and a two year old baby, residing in the east.
04 February 1909
Page 8.4 — Andrew Johnson Dies — After an illness of three weeks Andrew Johnson died at early hour yesterday morning in the hospital. His death was due to tuberculosis. He was 50 years old and a native of Sweden. His remains were taken in charge by the Ruffner undertaking establishment to be prepared for interment. Johnson was a cook by occupation. H[sic} resided here a number of years and was well and favorably known to a wide circle of friends. Funeral arrangements will be onnounced [sic] as soon as an answer is received from two brothers residing in Illinois.
05 February 1909
Page 5.1 — CORONER’S INQUEST SHOWS NONE SAW BURGETT FALL — Train Crew Testifies Darkness Concealed Sad Accident — “We the undersigned jurors, summoned to appear before Chas. H. McLane, coroner of Yavapai county, Arizona, on the 3rd day of February 1909, to make inquiry into the cause of the death of W. F. Burgett, and having been duly sworn by said coroner, and having heard the testimony adduced, and having inspected the body of deceased, we find upon our oaths that the body is that of one W. F. Burgett, a single man and a resident of Prescott, Arizona, about 23 years old; that on the 3rd day of February 1909, about 7:30 p.m. deceased came to the death at Jerome Junction by being run over by a S.F., P & P. Ry Co. train while in the performance of his duty as a brakeman for said company…
Page 8.4 — Remains Will be Shipped —The remains of Dr. Hall of Mayer, who was found dead in bed in his home in Mayer early Tuesday morning, will be shipped today to Denver, Colorado, for interment.
Page 8.5 — Probate Business — R. P. Talbot, guardian of the estate of Margaret Sarah Devine, minor, filed his fifth report and account in the probate court yesterday, the hearing of which was set for February 15.
06 February 1909
Page 5.2 — PROBATE BUSINESS — The inventory and appraisement of the estate of Joseph Engle, deceased, was returned filed and recorded in the probate court yesterday. The estate consists of two lots and improvements in this city and interests in mining claims. Mrs. Edith A. Engle, administratrix of the estate, filed an account showing payment of the expenses of last illness and funeral of deceased with an application for an order setting aside the entire estate to the widow and minor child. The hearing of the application was set for February 16. — Abraham B. Chenowith, executor of this last will and testament of Lucy J. Chenowith deceased, filed his final account and report with a petition for distribution of the estate. The hearing of the petition was set for February 20.
07 February 1909
Page4.3 — FUNERAL NOTICE — The funeral service of William F. Burgett will be held the afternoon at 2:30 o’clock at the Catholic church. The interment will be in the Citizen’s Cemetery.
10 February 1909
Page 8.3 — Roosevelt Bird Visits Humboldt — The Roosevelt bird visited the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Bethune at Humboldt Monday, and presented this popular couple with a healthy baby son.
11 February 1909
Page 8.4 — Stork Visits — The stork visited the home of Mr. and Mrs. Carl Kurtz on South Mount Vernon street Tuesday night and presented this popular couple with a healthy baby daughter.
12 February 1909
Page 8.2 (Date on first page of newspaper stated 12 February but the remaining pages states date of newspaper is February 5, 1909) ELIZABETH VINCENT DROPS DEAD AT DANCE — Mrs. H. C. Vincent is dead. She expired at 10:30 o’clock last night at her home in the Congress Hotel from heart disease. Her death was sudden. It was a shock to her relatives and the members of the Yavapai Club and their guests, who were present at the club’s monthly dance in the hotel auditorium…Mrs. Elizabeth Vincent was a native of Nebraska. Had she lived until Sunday she would have been 50 years old. She came to Arizona 33 years ago. This territory has been her home ever since. Surviving she leaves her husband, H. C. Vincent, a son, Al Smith, to whom the sympathy of the community goes in their irreparable loss of a kind and loving wife and mother….Mrs. Vincent’s remains will be prepared for interment by the Ruffner undertaking establishment. Funeral arrangements will be announced later.
14 February 1909
Page 8.2 — SOLDIER DIES AT WHIPPLE — Jeremiah Sullivan Is Stricken With Heart Complication — Jeremiah Sullivan, 40 years old, a private in Company Flagstaff, 21st Infontry[sic] now stationed in Ft. Whipple, died yesterday at 1 o’clock at the post. Sullivan was preparing to go to Fort Bayard, as it was thought he was afflicted with tuberculosis, when he was stricken with a heart complication and died in a few minutes. The dead soldier’s parents, who live in Utica N.Y., were notified by Lieut. Baker and the disposal of the body is awaiting their advices. Sullivan had been a soldier for ten years. He served in the Philippines. He was also connected with the coast artillery.
Page 8.3 Roosevelt Bird Visits — The Roosevelt bird visited the house of Mr. and Mrs. George F. Morey at Walnut Grove yesterday morning and presented this popular couple with a healthy baby boy.
Page 8.4 — FUNERAL NOTICE — The funeral of Mrs. Elizabeth Vincent will be held in the parlors of the Congress Hotel Sunday at 2 p.m. All friends and acquaintances are invited. Interment in I.O.O.F. cemetery.
16 February 1909
Page 5.3 — TRIBBY-FORD NUPTIALS — In the home where she first saw the light of day on North Montezuma street, beautifully decorated for the occasion, Miss Florence Ford was united in wedlock with Maurice L. Tribbly at 8:30 o’clock last night. Rev. L. W. Wheatley, pastor of the Marina Street Methodist church, officiated, using the impressive ring ceremony. A number of relatives and intimate friends were present…
Page 5.3 — Suicide’s Remains Arrive — The remains of Jessie Hall, negress, who committed suicide at Ash Fork Saturday evening by swallowing three ounces of carbolic acid, arrived here Sunday night for interment.
Page 5.4 — ROOSEVELT BIRD BUSY — The Roosevelt bird visited the home of Mr. and Mrs. Dave Bradley late Saturday night and presented this popular couple with a healthy baby son. Mr. and Mrs. J. S. Boyer of 143 North Summit street were awarded a visit by the welcome bird Sunday night at 9:15 o’clock. The bird brought a five-pound Valentine boy.
17 February 1909
Page 4.2 — Mrs. Robert Daggs Dies — Young Woman Passes Away Less Than Year After Marriage — After few months’ illness, Mrs. Robert Daggs succumber [sic] to Bright’s disease yesterday morning at 10:30 o’clock. Little hopes for her recovery had been entertained the last ten days. Mrs. Daggs was 21 years old and a native of Kansas. She was the only daughter of Mrs. Alice Campbell of Baldwin, Kansas, who was at her bedside when death relieved her of her sufferings. Her husband, Robert Daggs, to whom she was united in marriage nine months ago, also survives her. Mrs. Daggs’s death is deeply regretted by those who were attracted by her beautiful character and exemplary life during her eight months’ residence here. A loving and indulgent daughter and wife, the sympathy of the community goes to those she leaves behind. The funeral will be held Thursday afternoon a 3 o’clock under the auspices of the Marina Street Methodist church. Rev. L. W. Wheatley will conduct the obsequies. Interment will be in Odd Fellows cemetery.
Page 4.3 — Roosevelt Bird Visits — As a result of a visit of the Roosevelt bird to the home of Mr. and Mrs. Fritz Keller yesterday, this popular couple are overjoyed at the arrival of a healthy baby son, their first born.
17 February 1909
Page 8.3 -- Remains Interred — The remains of Jessie Hall were interred yesterday afternoon at 2 o’clock in the Citizens Cemetery.
18 February 1909
Page 5.1 — MAHURIN — SAMPLE NUPTIALS — In the home of the groom’s parents in Del Rio, at high noon yesterday, Miss Maggie Sample and Ernest Mahurin were united in the bonds of wedlock...
Page 8.2 — KESSLER-CLINE MARRIAGE — Miss Claire Cline and Fred N. Kessler were united in marriage yesterday morning at 7:30 o’clock in Marina Street Methodist church parsonage. Rev. L. W. Wheatley officiated, using the ring ceremony. Mrs. Nathan Levy was matron of honor…
21 February 1909
Page 5.3 — Marriage License Issued — A marriage license was issued by Probate Judge Hicks yesterday to Dominico Sandrito and Catarine Sandrito. He is a resident of Poland. She is a recent arrival from Italy.
Page 5.3 — PROBATE BUSINESS — The first annual account of Van H. Brooks administrator of the estate of Hezekiah Brooks, deceased, was allowed, approved and settled in the probate court yesterday. The administrator was charged with having received $539.00 in cash and credited with having paid out $561.82. The allowed debts, expenses incurred in administration and costs of a lawsuit amount to $2,462.53. An order was made and entered for the sale of the real estate of the estate.
23 February 1909
Page 5.1 — REMAINS SHIPPED — The remains of Mrs. Thomas Carroll, who died at her home near Cottonwood Friday morning as the result of a dose of carbolic acid, taken with suicidal intent, were shipped from Jerome yesterday to San Francisco for interment. Mrs. Carroll was 45 years old and a native of California. She resided in the Verde valley several years. Her husband, Thomas Carroll, survives her.
24 February 1909
Page 5.1 CONGRESS WOMAN DIES- Remains of Mrs. Katty Wagner Are Shipped East — The remains of Mrs. Katty Wagner, who died in her home in Congress early Sunday morning were shipped from here yesterday by the Maus and Shannon undertaking establishment to Dubuque, Iowa, for interment. Tuberculosis was the fatal malady. She was 44 years old and a native of Iowa. She resided in Congress a year previous to her death. Mrs. Wagner leaves surviving her husband, Frank Wagner, and daughter Miss Carrie Wagner, who accompanied the remains of the loving wife and mother to their last resting place in her native state.
Page 5.2 — RENDERS FINAL ACCOUNT — Executor of Chenowith Will Hands In His Statement — The final account of Abraham B. Chenowith, executor of the last will and testament of Lucy J. Chenowith, deceased, were allowed, approved and settled in the probate court yesterday. The executor was charged with having received $4,000.00 and credited with having paid out $466.95, leaving a balance of $4,133.05, consisting of $533.35 in cash and remainder in appraised value of the real estate. An order was made and entered distributing the same to Abraham B. Chenowith, legatee and devisee under the will, subject to a bequest to be paid to George R. Meredity. The estate is located in Maricopa county. It was transferred to the jurisdiction of this court on account of the disqualification of the Maricopa county probate judge, who is a witness to the will. An order was made transferring the proceedings to the probate court of Maricopa county. George U. Young, administrator of the estate of Fred Blume, deceased, filed a receipt of the German consul showing the delivery of the estate heretofore ordered distributed to the heirs of the estate in Germany. An order was made and entered discharging the administrator and closing the estate. — The first annual account of the Bank of Jerome, guardian of the estate of Valentine Estrada and Victoria Estrada, minors, was returned, filed and recorded. The guardian bank was charged with having received $777.25 and credited with having paid out $352.40, leaving a balance of $424.85 on hand. —A decree was made and entered establishing publication of notice to creditors in the estate of Ellen Mackin, deceased.—J. P. Bauder, administrator of the estate of George Burnell, deceased, filed his final account of administration, the hearing of which was set for March 5.
25 February 1909
Page 8.3 — Probate Business A decree establishing legal publication of notice to creditors was made and entered in the probate court yesterday in the estate of Mary J. Foster, deceased.
26 February 1909
Page 4.4 — FUNERAL NOTICE —The funeral of the late Farrell Tierman will be held at the Catholic church Friday, Feb. 26, at 3 p.m. All friends and acuaintances [sic] are invited. Interment in Citizens Cemetery.
27 February 1909
Page 5.2 — PROBATE BUSINESS — An order was made and entered yesterday in the probate court in the estate of Albert Hellwick, deceased, granting T. W. Otis, administrator, authority to extend an optional contract for the sale of mining property belonging to the estate six months.
Page 8.4 — Stork Visits —The stork visited the home of Mr. and Mrs. C. B. Roberts, 143 North Montezuma street, and presented this popular couple with a healthy
twelve-pound baby girl.
04 March 1909
Page 4.2 — DICKSON —BRINK WEDDING — Miss Cora Brink and William D. Dickson were united in marriage at the home of her mother in Kirkland at high noon yesterday. Rev. C. M. Cagle of the West Prescott Methodist church of this city officiated. A number of relatives and friends witnessed the ceremony. The happy couple are both natives of this county, both being members of respected pioneer families. They will reside in Kirkland.
Page 4.4 — The stork visited the home of F. Cromwell, the agent at Cherry Creek, and left behind an assistant agent, Mother and son are doing well.
05 March 1909
Page 4.5 — CHINESE WOMAN DIES — After a lingering illness of several months, Kim Toy, known in the Chinese quarter as “China Mary,” died yesterday morning at 4 o’clock in her apartments in the Chinese quarter. She was 68 years old and a native of Hong Kong, China. Her residence here dates back a quarter of a century. Her remains were taken in charge by the Ruffner undertaking establishment to be prepared for interment.
Page 8.2 — BARNARD-LAMKIN MARRIAGE — Mrs. Mary Lamkin and Frank A. Barnard were united in marriage yesterday evening at 5 o’clock at the home of Mr. and Mrs. John on Goodwin street. Probate Judge C. P. Hicks officiated in the presence of a number of relatives and friends. A reception and wedding supper followed the ceremony. The bride has been a resident of this city and Harrington several years. She is favorably known in a wide circles of friends in both places. While residing in Harrington she met Mr. Barnard, who now proudly claims her as his bride. The groom is a well known mining man of the Bradshaw mountains. He is the owner of promising mining properties south of Harrington. He also has mining and business interests in other sections of the Bradshaw mountains. After a short honeymoon they will make the honeymoon [sic] in Crown King.
07 March 1909
Page 8.3 — Stork Visits — The stork visited the Mercy Hospital early yesterday mornig[sic] and presented Mr. and Mrs. T. H. Farley with a healthy baby boy.
09 Mar 1909
Page 5.3 — WELL KNOWN YOUNG WOMAN PASSES AT M’CABE — After an illness of only twelve days, Mrs. Edna Sanders Laramore succumbed to a stomach and liver complication Sunday morning at 2:30 o’clock at her home in McCabe. Her remains were taken in charge by the Ruffner undertaking establishment and brought to the home of her sister, Mrs. A. E. Blackburn in this city, awaiting interment. The funeral will be held this afternoon at 2:30 o’clock from the Marina Street Methodist church. Rev. L. W. Wheatley will officiate at the obsequies. Interment will be in the Citizens Cemetery…
10 March 1909
Page 8.3 — Licensed to Wed. Probate Judge Hicks issued a marriage license to Edward E. Thurston and Miss Anna Nancy Hart yesterday. The groom and bride to be are highly respected residence of the Verde valley.
12 March 1909
Page 8.2 — DEATH CALLS SON OF ARIZONA PIONEER — Jesse Lee Succumbs To Lingering Illness of Dropsy — After a lingering illness of more than a year Jesse G. Lee succumbed to dropsy yesterday morning at 11:50 o’clock at the home of his brother, C. B. Lee in West Prescott. He was 23 years 9 months and 7 days old and a native of this territory. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Lee of the American ranch, who came here in pioneer days. Besides his parents he leaves surviving four brothers, John H. Lee of Verde valley, A. L. Lee, C. B. Lee and F. H. Lee of this city. He was a miner by occupation. His death is generally regretted, as he was held in high respect by all who know him... His remains were taken in charge by the Maus and Shannon undertaking establishment to be prepared for burial. The funeral will be held from the chapel of the undertaking establishment on North Montezuma street Sunday afternoon at 2 o’clock, under the auspices of the local lodge of Odd Fellows, in which he held membership. Rev. L. W. Wheatley will conduct the obsequies. Interment will be in Odd Fellows’ cemetery.
Page 8.2 HEWITT ESTATE SETTLED — Attorneys for the executor of the state [sic] of Abram S. Hewitt, deceased, filed receipts in the probate court yesterday showing the payment of funds of the estate as ordered distributed. An order was made discharging the executor and closing the estate. Hewitt, a former mayor of New York City, was the owner of the Silver Prince mine in the Peck district.
14 March 1909
Page 5.1 — WIFE DOES BEFORE HUSBAND CAN ARRIVE — Mary Buckley Succumbs To Complication of Disorders — Mrs. Mary Buckley, wife of M. L. Buckley, succumbed to a complication and pleurisy and heart trouble yesterday afternoon at 3:50 o’clock at the Buckley home in West Prescott, after an illness of only a week…Her remains will be prepared for interment by the Runer[sic] undertaking establishment. Funeral announcement will be made later.
17 March 1909
Page 4.4 — ISAAC HELM DIES — After a twelve days illness, Isaac helm succumbed to paralysis yesterday morning at 6:30 in the Mercy Hospital. He was 76 years old and a native of Pennsylvania. His remains were taen[sic] in charge by the Ruffner undertaking establishment to be prepared for burial.
18 March 1909
Page 3.4 — PROBATE BUSINESS -- An order of sale for the real estate belonging to the estate of James Croxdale was made and entered in the probate court yesterday. Patsy Houlihan filed a petition praying for letters of administration on the estate of Maggie Houlihan, deceased, the hearing of which was set March 29. J. W. Jackson filed a petition asking for letters of guardianship of the estate of Bert Jackson, incompetent, the hearing of which was set for March 27.
Page 8.3 —FUNERAL NOTICE -- The funeral of Mrs. M. L. Buckley will be held at the Catholic church Thursday, March 18, at 9:30 a.m. Interment at Citizens Cemetery. All friends and acquaintances of the family are invited.
19 March 1909
Page 8.4 — Stork Visits —The stork visited the home of Mr. and Mrs. Monte Broaded on North Montezuma street yesterday morning and presented this popular couple with a healthy baby son.
20 March 1909
8.3 — Left for Home — Grant Carter left yesterday for his home in Kirkland, after delivering a consignment of farm produce to local merchants.
21 March 1909
Page 8.3 — Stork Visits — The stork visited the home of Mr. and Mrs. Dixon Fagerberg at 2 o’clock yesterday morning and presented this popular couple with a healthy baby son.
23 March 1909
Page 5.2 — A Busy Bird — The stork visited the home of Mr. and Mrs. W. M. Poulson on South Cortez street Sunday morning, and the home of Mr. and Mrs. Charles H. Burgett on North Marina street yesterday morning at 12:15 o’clock, presenting both popular couples with eight pound baby daughter.
25 March 1909
Page 4.2 — JAMES M’GOVERN CALLED BY DEATH — Well Known Miner is A Victim of Heart Trouble—After a lingering illness of two years, James McGovern succumbed to organic heart trouble in the county hospital at 10 o’clock yesterday morning. He was 69 years old and a native of New York. He was a miner and engineer by occupation. He came to this territory we years ago and was employed some time on the P. & A.C. railroad…The funeral will be held Friday afternoon at 3 o’clock under the auspices of the Catholic church. Interment will be in the Citizens Cemetery.
Page 5.3 — SAD DEATH OF CHILD —Death claimed the seven-year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph McSparrin at the McSparrin home in Humboldt at 5 o’clock yesterday morning after a few days’ illness. Pneumonia was the fatal malady. The remains were brought here yesterday afternoon by the Ruffner undertaking establishment to be prepared for shipment to the former home of the family in Kansas for interment.
26 March 1909
Page 4.4 — PIONEER WOMAN CALLED BY DEATH —Demise Yesterday of Mrs. Geo. W. Murray — Mrs. George W. Murray died at her temporary home in South Prescott yesterday afternoon at 3:30 o’clock. She moved here a few days ago with her husband from their home on lower Lynx Creek for medical treatment. From her arrival she gradually sank until death relieved her of her sufferings. She was 55 years old and a native of Arkansas. She came here 28 years ago with her husband from her native state and this county has since been her home. She was the mother of fourteen [sic] children, ten of whom, nine sons and one daughter, with her husband survive. Her remains were taken in charge by the Ruffner undertaking establishment to be prepared for burial. The funeral will be held Saturday afternoon at 3 o’clock. Interment will be in Odd Fellows’ cemetery…
28 March 1909
Page 8.3 — Stork Visits — The stork visited the home of Mr. and Mrs. B. S. Price on Western Ave. o??? yesterday morning and presented the popular couple with a healthy baby son.
31 March 1909
Page 8.3 — Stork Visits —The stork visited the home of Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Engle in East Prescott yesterday morning and presented this popular couple with a healthy baby son.