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Dispatch Democrat

Location

Ukiah, California, United States of America

Date

Nov 19, 1920

Page

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Heavy rains sweep California inland and coast

A week of exceptionally heavy rain drenches California causing rail washouts and flooded rivers. Widespread rises on Eel and Russian rivers threaten dams and tracks, with Willits, Fort Bragg, and Mendocino seeing major disruption. Local crops and stock benefit from abundant moisture.

California Healdsburg Willits Eureka San Francisco Fort Bragg Road Nova River Russian River Snow Mountain Island Mountain Railroad Peorle Branscomb Mendocino

Big Game At Berkeley Draws Ukiah Spectators

The big game between Stanford and the University of California at Berkeley tomorrow will attract numerous spectators from Ukiah. Among the attendees are Mr. and Mrs. Ferrig foulton, Mr. and Mrs. Hale McCowan Jr., Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Button, and Mr. and Mrs. O. M. Mannion.

Stanford University of California Berkeley Ukiah Ferrig Foulton Hale McCowan,Jr Edgar Button M. Mannion

Fragmented OCR: unclear historical notice text

The readable fragments show names and phrases that resemble a damaged clerk or public notice. No coherent events or dates are extractable from the garbled OCR to form a reliable summary with named entities.

Chinaman at Fort Bragg Hospital Attacks Doctor

Ah Lung a Chinese employee at Fort Bragg hospital was brought to town after a violent homicidal episode. He attacked Dr Campbell with a cleaver and butcher knife, Campbell fired three shots injuring Lung but not fatally. Lung later subdued by deputies after trying to hunt Campbell.

Ah Lung Fort Bragg Campbell Lung Steward Zimmerman Ganter Gibson Zimmerman Bert Johnson

Joe Edwards Wins Contested Estate Case

Judge White ruled in favor of Joe Edwards administrator of Amanda Edwards estate in a South State street residence dispute. B Wadwards and wife claimed a deed to the property, left with Atty Poage, but the deed could not be found when settling the estate. The property will pass to the estate and be distributed to heirs. Weldon and Wessels defended for Joe Edwards. initial counsel included W D L Held then Keith C Eversole.

B. Edwards Joe Edwards Amanda Edwards White South State Street B. Wadwards Atty, W. G.poage Weldon & Wessels W. D. L. Held Keith C. Eversole

Joseph Jewelry Company V Completes Store Improvements

The Joseph Jewelry Company completed interior improvements this week including a phono graph department rear space for displaying machines and stock, three sound proof booths for demonstrations, and relocation of the optical department. The changes give the firm a strong lead among north of the Bay counties competitors and improve customer service with quicker record selection.

Joseph Jewelry Co North-Of-The-Bay

It-Year-Old Youth Jailed for Burglary

IT-YEAR-OLD YOUTH JAILLED FOR BURGLARY WILLITS, Nov. 1. George Martin robbed the Eagle Lodging House and obtained 16.55 in Cash besides some Personal articles. Constable Whitcomb arrested him this morning and he was held to answer to the superior court and taken to the county jails. Martin, a Stranger and only 17, states that another week's work remains before the camp closed for the winter.

Willits George Martin Eagle Lodging House Whitcomb Whitney

Superior Court Notes: Inheritance and Estates Decrees List

Estate matters include decree notices to creditors for W S Howard and others, final distributions, and executors/administrators appointed. Cases cover Capell, Scott, Raymond, Weiss, Cox, Williams, Roma, Ingram, Rawles, Hart Wood Lumber, Laughlin, Wallace, Pearce, Silva, Gonsalves, McElroy, McGee minors, Mankins, Harmon with amounts and bonds where stated.

W. S. Howard Capell Vs. Capell Scott Vs Ingram Fred A. Rawles Horace Camm Hart Wood Lumber Co W. G. Bonaly Frank Laughlin J. G. Murray Wallace J. S. Howard R. L. Cleveland Chester McElroy Ientire

New Citizens Take Oath In Court At Naturalization Day

Eight new citizens were added to Uncle Sam's nephews in the superior court last Monday, naturalization day. Names and residences include Frank Door Ukiah James Duncan Lee Island Mountain Antone Schorno Hopland Einar Reinhobsen Albion Erick Dahl Manchester Antonio Milani Ukiah Peter Pifero Ukiah John A McLean Willits. Pardini case continued Giusti dismissed Gus Ackerman Albion delayed due to army draft report. admission awaits corrected report.

Uncle Sam Frank Door Ukiah James Duncan Lee Island Mountain Antone Schorno Hopland Einar Reinhobsen Albion Erick Dahl Manchester Antonio Milani Peter Piffero John A. McLean Willits Pardini

Saunders Household Welcomes New Daughter

Lawrence Saunders smiled as news spread of a new daughter born Sunday the 14th. Both mother and child are reported doing well, bringing joy to the Saunders household.

Lawrence Saunders Saunders

Esmeralda at Ukiah High School Next Monday

The Ukiah high school student body stages the annual play Esmeralda at Victory Theatre next Monday evening. The cast features strong talent and the production is expected to meet the high school’s standard set by past years' performances.

Ukiah High School Victory Theatre Esmeralda High Ghog

Alias Perle Taylor Arrives in Ukiah for Visit

Perle Taylor arrives from San Francisco for a visit with relatives and friends in Ukiah. The informal note notes Taylor's travel from the bay area to the northern town.

Perle Taylor San Francisco Simday Ukiah

Willits Team Wins Basketball Game

Saturday night the Willits boys played at RU Auditorium and earned a 36 to a high scoring contest. The report notes strong play by both teams and hints at upcoming games ensuring Willits remains competitive this season.

Willits Hovelo Okiah

Ukiah Area Seen Busy With Visitors And Local News

Local Ukiah notes report Miss Lorraine Pioda visiting from the city with friends and relatives. Numerous residents and visitors travel from Redwood valley Willits Laytonville Hopland and Boonville for business, theater, or Odd Fellows events. George Hoffman dies at Yountville aged about 71. the broader scene includes theater programs resuming and winter quarters plans.

Lorraine Pioda Jimmie Hughes George Jamison W. W. Ware Port Bragg Ukiah U. S. Gantz Hig Redwood Valley George King Taylor Dill Willits Hilma Johanssen San Francisco American Legion Stanley Rea S. L. Rea Ike Pink Burke Boonville Bob Gibson Alameda Calaveras County Mokelumne Hill Frank Cunningham Russell Ford Mary Henry Largo Lucien Reynaud Guy Joslin Taft J. L. Davis Sacramento Valley Toby” Company M. L. Hendricks Lakeport C. L. Prothero Long Valley Leon L. Grover Potter Valley R. Poe Robert Poe Laytonville Roy Branscomb C. R. Talkington Upper Lake Henry Brookes Hopland Ernest Capell R. J. Dryden L. J Merrill Williams Cah Ward Reis Fort Bragg M. C. Tallman M. A.powell Ridgewood Ranch Odd Fellows E. R. Downing John Purdy Walter Lauchstedt J. H. Purdy R. C. Williams Homer Helm W. R. Dyer Arthur Johnson The Will Bowers Bowers Ohio Mily George Hoffman Coast

Eight Prisoners Attempt Jail Break Led by John M Young

Eight prisoners in the county jail attempted a breakout last Saturday night using improvised tools to loosen steel bars and burrow toward the outer corridor. Sheriff Byrnes and Deputies Ganter and Gibson stopped the plan, with four defiant inmates, including John M Young and three youths tied to prior theft cases, confined to cells for the night.

John M. Young Jacques Duane Byrnes Ganter Gibson Dr. Scudder Fort Bragg Raymond Shelton Everett White Richard Manuel Young

Gonsalves Removed As Executor Of Silva Will

Atty Louis Gonsalves of Oakland was removed as executor of the Sebastian Silva will of Mendocino after a contest by Mrs Mary Silva. Judge White ordered Mrs Mary Silva administratrix with the will annexed and directed Gonsalves to file his account within ten days. The judge pressed for timely final settlement noting a mortgage delaying his father’s estate.

Louis Gonsalves Oakland Sebastian Silva Mendocino Mary Silva White Gonsalves

Odd Fellows Rally At Ukiah Lodge Draws 220 Guests

Ukiah lodge of Odd Fellows hosted a district meeting last Tuesday with over 220 attendees from 38 lodges across seven states. The event featured degree work by Lakeport and Ukiah teams, a banquet, and remarks by Grand Master K. C. Keene and Deputy Grand Master A. D. Ketterlin.

Ukiah Lodge Odd Lakeport K. C. Keene Suisun A. D. Ketterlin

Lindauer Driven Ashore In Heavy Storm Near Albion

The steamer Lindauer ran ashore in Albion harbor during a rough sea last Wednesday at 3 am, near the Mahoney wreck. Captain Hansen, who also commanded the Mahoney, attempted to clear the harbor but the stern line fouled the propeller, dragging the vessel onto the beach 200 yards west of the Mahoney site. Salvage crews plan to attempt lifting with tugs from San Francisco at next Sunday’s high tide.

Mahoney Albion Harbor Lindauer Hansen San Francisco

Thanksgiving Dance Hosted by Ukiah Red Men Lodge

The Ukiah lodge of Red Men will host a Thanksgiving dance next Thursday evening to raise funds for the order's orphan fund. Music and a food floor are promised to ensure a good time for attendees.

Ukiah Lodge of Red Men Orphan’s Fund

Suits Filed in Superior Court Over Damages and Marital Status

Through Mannon and Mannon, Martin Swan sues P Morseberger for 1000 dollars claiming cattle near Swan s Place damaged fences and fruit trees and vineyard with a future trespass injunction sought. Ethel Johnston petitions to annul marriage to H T Johnson claiming prior marriage and presumed death led to remarriage. O F Day seeks letters of administration for Luttitia Day estate valued at 1000 dollars. R Cleveland petitions for letters of John Henry Schafer valued about 1250 dollars.

Mannon & Mannon Martin Swan P. Morseberger Morseberger Swan Orr Creek L. I. Gibson Ethel Johnson H. T. Johnson Preston & Preston O. F. Day Luttitia Day Mannon & Hannon, R Cleveland John Henry Schafer

Honor Roll at Ukiah High School

Ukiah High School lists students on the honor roll with high grades in most subjects. Names include P. Benjes H. Benson, L. Dowling Elledge D. Giles, A Hagans J. Horr Majinon J. Stineheff J. Van Allen and others. Several students are noted with full standing in all but one subject.

Ukiah High School P. Benjes H. Benson Bengon L. Dowling Elledge D. 'Giles Hagans A. Horr J. Majinon Vv. Stineheff J. van Allen H. Banker W. Beckleyson H. Blass L. Boring Mats BR

Village of Dos Ros Wiped Out by Fire

Dos Rios November 15. The town suffered its most destructive blaze Thursday destroying the hotel and Goddard's general merchandise store. Goddard estimates losses at $6000 with insurance. The wooden structures were valued about $3000. H. H. Beard owned the hotel, managed by L. J. Locke.

Dos Ros

Auto Collision Reported In Evening Near Pine Street

A late evening auto collision was reported near Pine Street involving multiple vehicles. Emergency responders arrived promptly, injuries were confirmed but not specified, and traffic was briefly diverted as onlookers gathered. No further details were provided in the readable text.

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Pegardeth Ra Chinaman Eda Cam Superior Court McGee D. B. Mankins Dora Mankins H. H. Harmon Charles Harmon Silva Redmen
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