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Newspaper
Daily Evening News
Location
Modesto, California, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1900
Page
3
Estate of J D Spencer J H Maddbill is detailed in a notice from Matacine Eorrox with unusual spelling. the document references a probate action and clarifies involved parties and responsibilities for settling debts and distribution of assets.
Local Modesto items report wheat prices at 9 to 9 234 cents, furniture for sale, lost fox terrier puppy missing, and a call for returns. Event notices include minstrel shows at the opera house, a photograph exhibit deadline, a church meeting, and a social bazaar with gate details. The Miss Jopain Mand funeral and canal-law cases are noted, plus theater listings featuring Georges iminslola and the Alsbame Quartette.
An inquest ruled Murphy native of Massachusetts aged 30, died from injuries after being run over by a southbound train near Modest on November 29, 1900. He claimed Tiburon origin and was en route to Los Angeles when the accident occurred. Interment followed the verdict signed by local officials.
In a busy scene last Saturday the Toolumee City ferry resumed service after repairs. A new cable and boiler line were installed, boats tested steady with the boat listed at 93.50 for readiness. Vendors report a large stock of rings, apples, pickles, and shoes on sale. Local notices urge debtors to settle accounts before collectors take action.
The text describes William Ten nigote Goforth known as Tennessee Bill who travels the state and stays briefly in counties. He has a pattern of burning or destroying his clothing in jailed towns such as Santa Cruz and San Luis Obispo, prompting authorities to supply fresh garments. The narrative notes repeated visits and speculation that future cycles will force him to wear existing clothing rather than receive replacements.
Notice to contractors for erection of a high school building in thin city. Contracts will be opened Thursday December 27 at 4 p m. The center may have materials or portions of it described in the advertisement. For further information see the advertisement.
In Emery Gates misdemeanor case alleging he threatened to smash C T Elliott's face while hunting on the Elliott ranch, the defense argued for a nomenit. Justice Townes denied the motion. The hearing of defense evidence was set for tomorrow at 10 o clock a m.
The Loyal Odd Fellows lodge Wildey Lodge No 149 elected officers on Sunday evening. Officers named include Little Grand J W Ordway Vine Grand Cot B D Wood Secretary Hy M Brigges Treasurer J R Broughton Trustees J J Porter James Johnson L L Dennett.
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