Charles' parents were:
James Bowlsby, b. Oct. 19, 1832 in NY. and d. Mar. 7, 1907 in IL. &
Jenifer "Jennie" E. Edwards, b. Aug. 6, 1840 in Cornwall, England and d. Aug. 15, 1935 in Redlands, San Bernardino county, CA.
In the 1880 U. S. census, 16 yr. old Charles Bowlsby, b. in WI., was living in Elizabeth, Jo Daviess county, IL. with his
48 yr. old father, James Bowlsby, a stone mason, b. in NY.
39 yr. old mother, Jennie Bowlsby, keeping house, b. in Cornwall, Rngland
9 yr. old brother, Edward Bowlsby, attending school, b. in IL.
6 yr. old sister, Della Bowlsby, attending school, b. in IL.
On Nov. 26, 1885, Charles Bowlsby marr. first, Hester Ann Edwards in Santa Ana, Orange county, CA.
Charles & Hester Bowlsby's children were:
1. Ethel Irene Bowlsby, b. Mar. 7, 1887 in West Monterey, CA. and d. Dec. 28, 1948 in Orange, County, CA. Ethel marr. Frank Leil (Leon) Youtsey in 1908 in Santa Ana, Orange county, CA.
2. Sadie Bell Bowlsby, b. Feb. 8, 1889 in Los Angeles, L.A. county, CA. and d. Jan. 11, 1960 in Lane County, OR. Sadie marr. Carl McNew.
3. LeRoy E. Bowlsby, b. Mar. 7, 1892 and d. Dec. 7, 1896 and is buried with his mother.
4. Raymond Charles Bowlsby, b. Mar. 13, 1892 in Los Angeles, CA. and d. Apr. 5, 1952 in Los Angeles, CA.
According to the 1896 Los Angeles, CA. Voters Register, 32 yr. old Charles 'Elsworth' Bowlsby, a Manufacturer, b. in WI., was living at 808 E. 8th in Los Angeles.
Charles was described as 5'6 1/2" tall, with a fair complexion, blue eyes and blonde hair
On Oct. 7, 1899, Hester died at the age of 36.
In the 1900 U. S. census, 36 yr. old widower, Charles Bowllsby (Bowlsby), a laborer, b. Feb. 1864 in WI., was living in Rialto, San Bernardino, CA. with his
13 yr. old daughter, Ethel Bowllsby (Bowlsby), b. Mar. 1887 in CA.
11 yr. old daughter, Sadie Bowllsby (Bowlsby), b. Feb. 1889 in CA.
8 yr. old son, Raymond Bowllsby (Bowlsby), b. Mar. 1892 in CA.
Charles' father was b. in PA. and his mother in England.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 3, Col. 2
Fri., Sep. 29, 1905
Item from: NEWS LETTER OF RIALTO COLONY
Charles Bowlsby has begun the erection of a modern five-room cottage on his ranch south of F. M. Lingo’s.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 7, Col. 4
Wed., May 1, 1907
Item from: RIALTO
OFF TO CANYON
N. S. Bates, James Mason, F. M. Lingo, G. K. Frye, Charley Bowlsby, Charley Ingleking and Charles Fisher left for Lytle Creek canyon this morning in time to be on the spot ready for trout fishing tomorrow, when the season opens.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 7, Col. 2
Wed., May 6, 1908
Two items from: Ripples
Charles Bowlsby and son Ray went to Santa Ana Tuesday, to remain several days. While there they will witness the marriage of Miss Ethel Bowlsby, daughter and sister to the two.
Miss Loie Tolle was a passenger to Santa Ana on Tuesday. While there the marriage of Miss Ethel Bowlsby and Leal Youtsey will take place.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 7, Col. 2
Wed., Apr. 28, 1909
Whist Again
The Rialto Whist club were entertained at the time of their last gathering at the home of C. E. Bowlsby, Miss Bowlsby being hostess. The occasions the first after an intermission of several weeks and as such proved to be unusually enjoyable. Five tables waged merry war for honors, the successful scores being made by Mrs. T. H. Lackey and Charlie Fisher. Mrs. Lackey received a bottle of perfume in token for her triumph while Mr. Fisher was presented with a deck of whist cards. The guests enjoyed delicious ice cream and wafers, at the close of the game.
On Dec. 24 (26), 1911, Charles Bowlsby marr. second, Lois Anne Tolle.
The Los Angeles Times (Los Angeles, CA.), P. 31, Col. 1
Sun., Jan. 1, 1911
Rialto
THE WEDDING of Miss Lois Toole and Charles E. Bowlsby was solemnized Monday evening at the home of the bride’s mother, Mrs. Phoebe Tolle, in the presence of intimate friends and relatives. Rev. S. A. Smith of Azusa officiated. The bride wore a dainty gown of white with lace garnitures. Following congratulations the wedding cake was cut and refreshments were served. At the conclusion of a two months’ wedding trip to San Diego and vicinity, Mr. and Mrs. Bowlsby will be at home to their friends at their home on Willow avenue, Rialto. Out-of-town guests were the groom’s mother, Mrs. Jennie Bowlsby of Los Angeles, Rev. and Mrs. Stacy Smith of Azusa, and the groom’s sister, Mrs. W. H. Williams and Mr. Williams of McKittrick.
Charles & Lois Bowlsby's children were:
1. Charles Stacy Bowlsby, b. Apr. 18, 1912 in Redlands, San Bernardino County, CA. and d. Nov. 19, 1985 in Eugene, Lane County, OR. Georgia Ruth Anderson.
2. Robert "Bertie" Louis Bowlsby, b. Aug. 19, 1913 in San Bernardino, CA. and d. Jun. 4, 1988 in Valley Center, San Diego, CA. Robert marr. Eleanor Jane Mead on Jan. 9, 1937.
3. Phebe Jenifor/Jennifer Bowlsby, b. Nov. 23, 1925 in Redlands, San Bernardino county, CA. and d. Jul. 29, 2000. Phebe marr. Charles Herschel Taylor. Sons: Selby & Jesse.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 7, Col. 3
Tue., Feb. 10, 1914
Double Birthday Event Is held at Country Home of Mrs. Tolle
RIALTO, Feb. 9 - Celebrate Birthdays
A birthday dinner, celebrating the anniversaries of Mrs. Phoebe Tolle and C. E. Bowlsby, was given at the country home of Mrs. Tolle today. Two large birthday cakes were the table’s chief adornment.
At 12 o’clock those who sat down to eat of this delicious feast were, besides the two guests of honor, Mrs. Amy Tolle, Mrs. C. E. Bowlsby and two sons, Mrs. Jennie Bowlsby, Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur Tolle and daughter Martha, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Tolle and son Jessie.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 7, Col. 1
Wed., Mar. 4, 1914
$50,000 INVOLVED IN TRANSFER OF GROVES
Twenty-Acre Gerster Place Sold to J. W. Brunton, Los Angeles Man.
Rialto, March 3 - The D. Gerster grove, consisting of twenty acres planted to navels, lemons and seedless grapefruit, situated in Riverside avenue about one mile south of the Santa Fe track, has been sold to J. W. Brunton of Los Angeles. This was formerly owned by Charles E. Bowlsby and carries twenty shares of Citizens’ Water stock. An eleven-acre grove in Redlands was given in part payment. The valuation of the two groves was placed at $50,000.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 14, Col. 4
Wed., Apr. 15, 1914
Item from Ripples
J. W. Brunton and two sons, of Los Angeles visited Mr. and Mrs. W. F. Sweetman. Mr. Brunton just recently purchased the old Charles Bowlsby grove on the corner of Randall and Riverside avenues.
The Los Angeles Times (Los Angeles, CA.), P. 1, Col. 5
Sun., May 17, 1914
Excerpt from: Big Properties Moving
Yesterday morning, it reported the exchange of properties totaling $36,000, when W. P. Dorety traded his 30 acres of alfalfa and deciduous fruit in East Base Line to Charles E. Bowlsby of Rialto for about eight acres of orchard in Rialto, the latter going in at $15,000, and the former at $18,000.
In the 1920 U. S. census, 55 yr. old Charles E. Bowlsby, a Salesman for a hardware company, b. in WI., was living in a home he owned free and clear at 129 W. Colton in Redlands, San Bernardino county, CA. with his
39 yr. old wife, Lois A. Bowlsby, b. in KS.
7 yr. old son, A. (C.) Stacy Bowlsby, attending school, b. in CA.
6 yr. old son, Robert L. Bowlsby, attending school, b. in CA.
In the 1930 U. S. census, 66 yr. old Charles E Boulsby (Bowlsby), no occupation, b. in WI., was living in a home (not on a farm) he owned, valued at $8,000 at 129 West Colton in Redlands, San Bernardino, CA. with his
50 yr. old wife, Lois A Boulsby (Bowlsby), b. in KS.
17 yr. old son, Charles S Boulsby, b. in CA.
16 yr. old son, Robert L Boulsby, b. in CA.
4 yr. 4 mth. old daughter, Phebe J. Boulsby (Bowlsby), b. in CA.
89 yr. old widowed mother, Jenifor E Boulsby (Bowlsby), b. in England
There was a radio set in the home.
Charles was 21 years old and Lois was 30 at the time of their respective first marriages.
Lois' father was b. in KY. and her mother in OH.
Jenifor's parents were both b. in England.
Jenifor immigrated to the U. S. in 1860 and was now a naturalized citizen.
Charles' father was b. in PA.
On Feb. 17, 1940, Charles Bowlsby died in Redlands, San Bernardino county, CA.
Four months later, on Jun. 19, 1940, Charles' wife, Lois Anne (Tolle) Bowlsby died of a heart attack in Redlands, San Bernardino county, CA.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 1, Col. 2 and P. 11, Col. 2
Mon., Feb. 19, 1940
C. E. Bowlsby Taken by Death
Charles Ellsworth Bowlsby, owner of extensive properties in Redlands, died late Saturday night at his 129 West Colton avenue home in Redlands. He was 76 years old and a native of Plattville, Wis.
As a young man, he lived in Galena, Ill., and attended college at Keokuk, Iowa. In 1883, he moved to California, settling first at Westminster, then moving to Rialto. He retired in 1900.
Survivors are his widow, Lois A. Bowlsby of Redlands; three daughters, Phebe Bowlsby of Redlands, Mrs. Ethe; Irene Youtsey of Dunsmuir, Cal., and Mrs. Sadie McNew
of Cottage Grove, Oregon; three sons, Raymond of Prescott, Ariz., Charles of Junction City, Oregon, and Robert L. of Glendale; a sister, Mrs. Della Williams of McKittrick, California and a brother, Edward S. of Oakland.
Funeral services will he held at 3 p.m. Wednesday from the Wilson funeral chapel, Redlands, with burial to follow in Hillside cemetery.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 11, Col. 7
Mon., Feb. 19, 1940
DIED
BOWLSBY - In Redlands, California, February 17, 1940, Charles Ellsworth Bowlsby, 76 years old, resident of Redlands 22 years and of California 57 years and native of Plattville, Wisconsin.
Funeral services at 3 p.m. Wednesday from the Wilson funeral chapel, Redlands, with burial in Hillside cemetery.
James Bowlsby, b. Oct. 19, 1832 in NY. and d. Mar. 7, 1907 in IL. &
Jenifer "Jennie" E. Edwards, b. Aug. 6, 1840 in Cornwall, England and d. Aug. 15, 1935 in Redlands, San Bernardino county, CA.
In the 1880 U. S. census, 16 yr. old Charles Bowlsby, b. in WI., was living in Elizabeth, Jo Daviess county, IL. with his
48 yr. old father, James Bowlsby, a stone mason, b. in NY.
39 yr. old mother, Jennie Bowlsby, keeping house, b. in Cornwall, Rngland
9 yr. old brother, Edward Bowlsby, attending school, b. in IL.
6 yr. old sister, Della Bowlsby, attending school, b. in IL.
On Nov. 26, 1885, Charles Bowlsby marr. first, Hester Ann Edwards in Santa Ana, Orange county, CA.
Charles & Hester Bowlsby's children were:
1. Ethel Irene Bowlsby, b. Mar. 7, 1887 in West Monterey, CA. and d. Dec. 28, 1948 in Orange, County, CA. Ethel marr. Frank Leil (Leon) Youtsey in 1908 in Santa Ana, Orange county, CA.
2. Sadie Bell Bowlsby, b. Feb. 8, 1889 in Los Angeles, L.A. county, CA. and d. Jan. 11, 1960 in Lane County, OR. Sadie marr. Carl McNew.
3. LeRoy E. Bowlsby, b. Mar. 7, 1892 and d. Dec. 7, 1896 and is buried with his mother.
4. Raymond Charles Bowlsby, b. Mar. 13, 1892 in Los Angeles, CA. and d. Apr. 5, 1952 in Los Angeles, CA.
According to the 1896 Los Angeles, CA. Voters Register, 32 yr. old Charles 'Elsworth' Bowlsby, a Manufacturer, b. in WI., was living at 808 E. 8th in Los Angeles.
Charles was described as 5'6 1/2" tall, with a fair complexion, blue eyes and blonde hair
On Oct. 7, 1899, Hester died at the age of 36.
In the 1900 U. S. census, 36 yr. old widower, Charles Bowllsby (Bowlsby), a laborer, b. Feb. 1864 in WI., was living in Rialto, San Bernardino, CA. with his
13 yr. old daughter, Ethel Bowllsby (Bowlsby), b. Mar. 1887 in CA.
11 yr. old daughter, Sadie Bowllsby (Bowlsby), b. Feb. 1889 in CA.
8 yr. old son, Raymond Bowllsby (Bowlsby), b. Mar. 1892 in CA.
Charles' father was b. in PA. and his mother in England.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 3, Col. 2
Fri., Sep. 29, 1905
Item from: NEWS LETTER OF RIALTO COLONY
Charles Bowlsby has begun the erection of a modern five-room cottage on his ranch south of F. M. Lingo’s.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 7, Col. 4
Wed., May 1, 1907
Item from: RIALTO
OFF TO CANYON
N. S. Bates, James Mason, F. M. Lingo, G. K. Frye, Charley Bowlsby, Charley Ingleking and Charles Fisher left for Lytle Creek canyon this morning in time to be on the spot ready for trout fishing tomorrow, when the season opens.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 7, Col. 2
Wed., May 6, 1908
Two items from: Ripples
Charles Bowlsby and son Ray went to Santa Ana Tuesday, to remain several days. While there they will witness the marriage of Miss Ethel Bowlsby, daughter and sister to the two.
Miss Loie Tolle was a passenger to Santa Ana on Tuesday. While there the marriage of Miss Ethel Bowlsby and Leal Youtsey will take place.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 7, Col. 2
Wed., Apr. 28, 1909
Whist Again
The Rialto Whist club were entertained at the time of their last gathering at the home of C. E. Bowlsby, Miss Bowlsby being hostess. The occasions the first after an intermission of several weeks and as such proved to be unusually enjoyable. Five tables waged merry war for honors, the successful scores being made by Mrs. T. H. Lackey and Charlie Fisher. Mrs. Lackey received a bottle of perfume in token for her triumph while Mr. Fisher was presented with a deck of whist cards. The guests enjoyed delicious ice cream and wafers, at the close of the game.
On Dec. 24 (26), 1911, Charles Bowlsby marr. second, Lois Anne Tolle.
The Los Angeles Times (Los Angeles, CA.), P. 31, Col. 1
Sun., Jan. 1, 1911
Rialto
THE WEDDING of Miss Lois Toole and Charles E. Bowlsby was solemnized Monday evening at the home of the bride’s mother, Mrs. Phoebe Tolle, in the presence of intimate friends and relatives. Rev. S. A. Smith of Azusa officiated. The bride wore a dainty gown of white with lace garnitures. Following congratulations the wedding cake was cut and refreshments were served. At the conclusion of a two months’ wedding trip to San Diego and vicinity, Mr. and Mrs. Bowlsby will be at home to their friends at their home on Willow avenue, Rialto. Out-of-town guests were the groom’s mother, Mrs. Jennie Bowlsby of Los Angeles, Rev. and Mrs. Stacy Smith of Azusa, and the groom’s sister, Mrs. W. H. Williams and Mr. Williams of McKittrick.
Charles & Lois Bowlsby's children were:
1. Charles Stacy Bowlsby, b. Apr. 18, 1912 in Redlands, San Bernardino County, CA. and d. Nov. 19, 1985 in Eugene, Lane County, OR. Georgia Ruth Anderson.
2. Robert "Bertie" Louis Bowlsby, b. Aug. 19, 1913 in San Bernardino, CA. and d. Jun. 4, 1988 in Valley Center, San Diego, CA. Robert marr. Eleanor Jane Mead on Jan. 9, 1937.
3. Phebe Jenifor/Jennifer Bowlsby, b. Nov. 23, 1925 in Redlands, San Bernardino county, CA. and d. Jul. 29, 2000. Phebe marr. Charles Herschel Taylor. Sons: Selby & Jesse.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 7, Col. 3
Tue., Feb. 10, 1914
Double Birthday Event Is held at Country Home of Mrs. Tolle
RIALTO, Feb. 9 - Celebrate Birthdays
A birthday dinner, celebrating the anniversaries of Mrs. Phoebe Tolle and C. E. Bowlsby, was given at the country home of Mrs. Tolle today. Two large birthday cakes were the table’s chief adornment.
At 12 o’clock those who sat down to eat of this delicious feast were, besides the two guests of honor, Mrs. Amy Tolle, Mrs. C. E. Bowlsby and two sons, Mrs. Jennie Bowlsby, Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur Tolle and daughter Martha, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Tolle and son Jessie.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 7, Col. 1
Wed., Mar. 4, 1914
$50,000 INVOLVED IN TRANSFER OF GROVES
Twenty-Acre Gerster Place Sold to J. W. Brunton, Los Angeles Man.
Rialto, March 3 - The D. Gerster grove, consisting of twenty acres planted to navels, lemons and seedless grapefruit, situated in Riverside avenue about one mile south of the Santa Fe track, has been sold to J. W. Brunton of Los Angeles. This was formerly owned by Charles E. Bowlsby and carries twenty shares of Citizens’ Water stock. An eleven-acre grove in Redlands was given in part payment. The valuation of the two groves was placed at $50,000.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 14, Col. 4
Wed., Apr. 15, 1914
Item from Ripples
J. W. Brunton and two sons, of Los Angeles visited Mr. and Mrs. W. F. Sweetman. Mr. Brunton just recently purchased the old Charles Bowlsby grove on the corner of Randall and Riverside avenues.
The Los Angeles Times (Los Angeles, CA.), P. 1, Col. 5
Sun., May 17, 1914
Excerpt from: Big Properties Moving
Yesterday morning, it reported the exchange of properties totaling $36,000, when W. P. Dorety traded his 30 acres of alfalfa and deciduous fruit in East Base Line to Charles E. Bowlsby of Rialto for about eight acres of orchard in Rialto, the latter going in at $15,000, and the former at $18,000.
In the 1920 U. S. census, 55 yr. old Charles E. Bowlsby, a Salesman for a hardware company, b. in WI., was living in a home he owned free and clear at 129 W. Colton in Redlands, San Bernardino county, CA. with his
39 yr. old wife, Lois A. Bowlsby, b. in KS.
7 yr. old son, A. (C.) Stacy Bowlsby, attending school, b. in CA.
6 yr. old son, Robert L. Bowlsby, attending school, b. in CA.
In the 1930 U. S. census, 66 yr. old Charles E Boulsby (Bowlsby), no occupation, b. in WI., was living in a home (not on a farm) he owned, valued at $8,000 at 129 West Colton in Redlands, San Bernardino, CA. with his
50 yr. old wife, Lois A Boulsby (Bowlsby), b. in KS.
17 yr. old son, Charles S Boulsby, b. in CA.
16 yr. old son, Robert L Boulsby, b. in CA.
4 yr. 4 mth. old daughter, Phebe J. Boulsby (Bowlsby), b. in CA.
89 yr. old widowed mother, Jenifor E Boulsby (Bowlsby), b. in England
There was a radio set in the home.
Charles was 21 years old and Lois was 30 at the time of their respective first marriages.
Lois' father was b. in KY. and her mother in OH.
Jenifor's parents were both b. in England.
Jenifor immigrated to the U. S. in 1860 and was now a naturalized citizen.
Charles' father was b. in PA.
On Feb. 17, 1940, Charles Bowlsby died in Redlands, San Bernardino county, CA.
Four months later, on Jun. 19, 1940, Charles' wife, Lois Anne (Tolle) Bowlsby died of a heart attack in Redlands, San Bernardino county, CA.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 1, Col. 2 and P. 11, Col. 2
Mon., Feb. 19, 1940
C. E. Bowlsby Taken by Death
Charles Ellsworth Bowlsby, owner of extensive properties in Redlands, died late Saturday night at his 129 West Colton avenue home in Redlands. He was 76 years old and a native of Plattville, Wis.
As a young man, he lived in Galena, Ill., and attended college at Keokuk, Iowa. In 1883, he moved to California, settling first at Westminster, then moving to Rialto. He retired in 1900.
Survivors are his widow, Lois A. Bowlsby of Redlands; three daughters, Phebe Bowlsby of Redlands, Mrs. Ethe; Irene Youtsey of Dunsmuir, Cal., and Mrs. Sadie McNew
of Cottage Grove, Oregon; three sons, Raymond of Prescott, Ariz., Charles of Junction City, Oregon, and Robert L. of Glendale; a sister, Mrs. Della Williams of McKittrick, California and a brother, Edward S. of Oakland.
Funeral services will he held at 3 p.m. Wednesday from the Wilson funeral chapel, Redlands, with burial to follow in Hillside cemetery.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 11, Col. 7
Mon., Feb. 19, 1940
DIED
BOWLSBY - In Redlands, California, February 17, 1940, Charles Ellsworth Bowlsby, 76 years old, resident of Redlands 22 years and of California 57 years and native of Plattville, Wisconsin.
Funeral services at 3 p.m. Wednesday from the Wilson funeral chapel, Redlands, with burial in Hillside cemetery.
Charles' parents were:
James Bowlsby, b. Oct. 19, 1832 in NY. and d. Mar. 7, 1907 in IL. &
Jenifer "Jennie" E. Edwards, b. Aug. 6, 1840 in Cornwall, England and d. Aug. 15, 1935 in Redlands, San Bernardino county, CA.
In the 1880 U. S. census, 16 yr. old Charles Bowlsby, b. in WI., was living in Elizabeth, Jo Daviess county, IL. with his
48 yr. old father, James Bowlsby, a stone mason, b. in NY.
39 yr. old mother, Jennie Bowlsby, keeping house, b. in Cornwall, Rngland
9 yr. old brother, Edward Bowlsby, attending school, b. in IL.
6 yr. old sister, Della Bowlsby, attending school, b. in IL.
On Nov. 26, 1885, Charles Bowlsby marr. first, Hester Ann Edwards in Santa Ana, Orange county, CA.
Charles & Hester Bowlsby's children were:
1. Ethel Irene Bowlsby, b. Mar. 7, 1887 in West Monterey, CA. and d. Dec. 28, 1948 in Orange, County, CA. Ethel marr. Frank Leil (Leon) Youtsey in 1908 in Santa Ana, Orange county, CA.
2. Sadie Bell Bowlsby, b. Feb. 8, 1889 in Los Angeles, L.A. county, CA. and d. Jan. 11, 1960 in Lane County, OR. Sadie marr. Carl McNew.
3. LeRoy E. Bowlsby, b. Mar. 7, 1892 and d. Dec. 7, 1896 and is buried with his mother.
4. Raymond Charles Bowlsby, b. Mar. 13, 1892 in Los Angeles, CA. and d. Apr. 5, 1952 in Los Angeles, CA.
According to the 1896 Los Angeles, CA. Voters Register, 32 yr. old Charles 'Elsworth' Bowlsby, a Manufacturer, b. in WI., was living at 808 E. 8th in Los Angeles.
Charles was described as 5'6 1/2" tall, with a fair complexion, blue eyes and blonde hair
On Oct. 7, 1899, Hester died at the age of 36.
In the 1900 U. S. census, 36 yr. old widower, Charles Bowllsby (Bowlsby), a laborer, b. Feb. 1864 in WI., was living in Rialto, San Bernardino, CA. with his
13 yr. old daughter, Ethel Bowllsby (Bowlsby), b. Mar. 1887 in CA.
11 yr. old daughter, Sadie Bowllsby (Bowlsby), b. Feb. 1889 in CA.
8 yr. old son, Raymond Bowllsby (Bowlsby), b. Mar. 1892 in CA.
Charles' father was b. in PA. and his mother in England.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 3, Col. 2
Fri., Sep. 29, 1905
Item from: NEWS LETTER OF RIALTO COLONY
Charles Bowlsby has begun the erection of a modern five-room cottage on his ranch south of F. M. Lingo’s.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 7, Col. 4
Wed., May 1, 1907
Item from: RIALTO
OFF TO CANYON
N. S. Bates, James Mason, F. M. Lingo, G. K. Frye, Charley Bowlsby, Charley Ingleking and Charles Fisher left for Lytle Creek canyon this morning in time to be on the spot ready for trout fishing tomorrow, when the season opens.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 7, Col. 2
Wed., May 6, 1908
Two items from: Ripples
Charles Bowlsby and son Ray went to Santa Ana Tuesday, to remain several days. While there they will witness the marriage of Miss Ethel Bowlsby, daughter and sister to the two.
Miss Loie Tolle was a passenger to Santa Ana on Tuesday. While there the marriage of Miss Ethel Bowlsby and Leal Youtsey will take place.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 7, Col. 2
Wed., Apr. 28, 1909
Whist Again
The Rialto Whist club were entertained at the time of their last gathering at the home of C. E. Bowlsby, Miss Bowlsby being hostess. The occasions the first after an intermission of several weeks and as such proved to be unusually enjoyable. Five tables waged merry war for honors, the successful scores being made by Mrs. T. H. Lackey and Charlie Fisher. Mrs. Lackey received a bottle of perfume in token for her triumph while Mr. Fisher was presented with a deck of whist cards. The guests enjoyed delicious ice cream and wafers, at the close of the game.
On Dec. 24 (26), 1911, Charles Bowlsby marr. second, Lois Anne Tolle.
The Los Angeles Times (Los Angeles, CA.), P. 31, Col. 1
Sun., Jan. 1, 1911
Rialto
THE WEDDING of Miss Lois Toole and Charles E. Bowlsby was solemnized Monday evening at the home of the bride’s mother, Mrs. Phoebe Tolle, in the presence of intimate friends and relatives. Rev. S. A. Smith of Azusa officiated. The bride wore a dainty gown of white with lace garnitures. Following congratulations the wedding cake was cut and refreshments were served. At the conclusion of a two months’ wedding trip to San Diego and vicinity, Mr. and Mrs. Bowlsby will be at home to their friends at their home on Willow avenue, Rialto. Out-of-town guests were the groom’s mother, Mrs. Jennie Bowlsby of Los Angeles, Rev. and Mrs. Stacy Smith of Azusa, and the groom’s sister, Mrs. W. H. Williams and Mr. Williams of McKittrick.
Charles & Lois Bowlsby's children were:
1. Charles Stacy Bowlsby, b. Apr. 18, 1912 in Redlands, San Bernardino County, CA. and d. Nov. 19, 1985 in Eugene, Lane County, OR. Georgia Ruth Anderson.
2. Robert "Bertie" Louis Bowlsby, b. Aug. 19, 1913 in San Bernardino, CA. and d. Jun. 4, 1988 in Valley Center, San Diego, CA. Robert marr. Eleanor Jane Mead on Jan. 9, 1937.
3. Phebe Jenifor/Jennifer Bowlsby, b. Nov. 23, 1925 in Redlands, San Bernardino county, CA. and d. Jul. 29, 2000. Phebe marr. Charles Herschel Taylor. Sons: Selby & Jesse.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 7, Col. 3
Tue., Feb. 10, 1914
Double Birthday Event Is held at Country Home of Mrs. Tolle
RIALTO, Feb. 9 - Celebrate Birthdays
A birthday dinner, celebrating the anniversaries of Mrs. Phoebe Tolle and C. E. Bowlsby, was given at the country home of Mrs. Tolle today. Two large birthday cakes were the table’s chief adornment.
At 12 o’clock those who sat down to eat of this delicious feast were, besides the two guests of honor, Mrs. Amy Tolle, Mrs. C. E. Bowlsby and two sons, Mrs. Jennie Bowlsby, Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur Tolle and daughter Martha, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Tolle and son Jessie.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 7, Col. 1
Wed., Mar. 4, 1914
$50,000 INVOLVED IN TRANSFER OF GROVES
Twenty-Acre Gerster Place Sold to J. W. Brunton, Los Angeles Man.
Rialto, March 3 - The D. Gerster grove, consisting of twenty acres planted to navels, lemons and seedless grapefruit, situated in Riverside avenue about one mile south of the Santa Fe track, has been sold to J. W. Brunton of Los Angeles. This was formerly owned by Charles E. Bowlsby and carries twenty shares of Citizens’ Water stock. An eleven-acre grove in Redlands was given in part payment. The valuation of the two groves was placed at $50,000.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 14, Col. 4
Wed., Apr. 15, 1914
Item from Ripples
J. W. Brunton and two sons, of Los Angeles visited Mr. and Mrs. W. F. Sweetman. Mr. Brunton just recently purchased the old Charles Bowlsby grove on the corner of Randall and Riverside avenues.
The Los Angeles Times (Los Angeles, CA.), P. 1, Col. 5
Sun., May 17, 1914
Excerpt from: Big Properties Moving
Yesterday morning, it reported the exchange of properties totaling $36,000, when W. P. Dorety traded his 30 acres of alfalfa and deciduous fruit in East Base Line to Charles E. Bowlsby of Rialto for about eight acres of orchard in Rialto, the latter going in at $15,000, and the former at $18,000.
In the 1920 U. S. census, 55 yr. old Charles E. Bowlsby, a Salesman for a hardware company, b. in WI., was living in a home he owned free and clear at 129 W. Colton in Redlands, San Bernardino county, CA. with his
39 yr. old wife, Lois A. Bowlsby, b. in KS.
7 yr. old son, A. (C.) Stacy Bowlsby, attending school, b. in CA.
6 yr. old son, Robert L. Bowlsby, attending school, b. in CA.
In the 1930 U. S. census, 66 yr. old Charles E Boulsby (Bowlsby), no occupation, b. in WI., was living in a home (not on a farm) he owned, valued at $8,000 at 129 West Colton in Redlands, San Bernardino, CA. with his
50 yr. old wife, Lois A Boulsby (Bowlsby), b. in KS.
17 yr. old son, Charles S Boulsby, b. in CA.
16 yr. old son, Robert L Boulsby, b. in CA.
4 yr. 4 mth. old daughter, Phebe J. Boulsby (Bowlsby), b. in CA.
89 yr. old widowed mother, Jenifor E Boulsby (Bowlsby), b. in England
There was a radio set in the home.
Charles was 21 years old and Lois was 30 at the time of their respective first marriages.
Lois' father was b. in KY. and her mother in OH.
Jenifor's parents were both b. in England.
Jenifor immigrated to the U. S. in 1860 and was now a naturalized citizen.
Charles' father was b. in PA.
On Feb. 17, 1940, Charles Bowlsby died in Redlands, San Bernardino county, CA.
Four months later, on Jun. 19, 1940, Charles' wife, Lois Anne (Tolle) Bowlsby died of a heart attack in Redlands, San Bernardino county, CA.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 1, Col. 2 and P. 11, Col. 2
Mon., Feb. 19, 1940
C. E. Bowlsby Taken by Death
Charles Ellsworth Bowlsby, owner of extensive properties in Redlands, died late Saturday night at his 129 West Colton avenue home in Redlands. He was 76 years old and a native of Plattville, Wis.
As a young man, he lived in Galena, Ill., and attended college at Keokuk, Iowa. In 1883, he moved to California, settling first at Westminster, then moving to Rialto. He retired in 1900.
Survivors are his widow, Lois A. Bowlsby of Redlands; three daughters, Phebe Bowlsby of Redlands, Mrs. Ethe; Irene Youtsey of Dunsmuir, Cal., and Mrs. Sadie McNew
of Cottage Grove, Oregon; three sons, Raymond of Prescott, Ariz., Charles of Junction City, Oregon, and Robert L. of Glendale; a sister, Mrs. Della Williams of McKittrick, California and a brother, Edward S. of Oakland.
Funeral services will he held at 3 p.m. Wednesday from the Wilson funeral chapel, Redlands, with burial to follow in Hillside cemetery.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 11, Col. 7
Mon., Feb. 19, 1940
DIED
BOWLSBY - In Redlands, California, February 17, 1940, Charles Ellsworth Bowlsby, 76 years old, resident of Redlands 22 years and of California 57 years and native of Plattville, Wisconsin.
Funeral services at 3 p.m. Wednesday from the Wilson funeral chapel, Redlands, with burial in Hillside cemetery.
James Bowlsby, b. Oct. 19, 1832 in NY. and d. Mar. 7, 1907 in IL. &
Jenifer "Jennie" E. Edwards, b. Aug. 6, 1840 in Cornwall, England and d. Aug. 15, 1935 in Redlands, San Bernardino county, CA.
In the 1880 U. S. census, 16 yr. old Charles Bowlsby, b. in WI., was living in Elizabeth, Jo Daviess county, IL. with his
48 yr. old father, James Bowlsby, a stone mason, b. in NY.
39 yr. old mother, Jennie Bowlsby, keeping house, b. in Cornwall, Rngland
9 yr. old brother, Edward Bowlsby, attending school, b. in IL.
6 yr. old sister, Della Bowlsby, attending school, b. in IL.
On Nov. 26, 1885, Charles Bowlsby marr. first, Hester Ann Edwards in Santa Ana, Orange county, CA.
Charles & Hester Bowlsby's children were:
1. Ethel Irene Bowlsby, b. Mar. 7, 1887 in West Monterey, CA. and d. Dec. 28, 1948 in Orange, County, CA. Ethel marr. Frank Leil (Leon) Youtsey in 1908 in Santa Ana, Orange county, CA.
2. Sadie Bell Bowlsby, b. Feb. 8, 1889 in Los Angeles, L.A. county, CA. and d. Jan. 11, 1960 in Lane County, OR. Sadie marr. Carl McNew.
3. LeRoy E. Bowlsby, b. Mar. 7, 1892 and d. Dec. 7, 1896 and is buried with his mother.
4. Raymond Charles Bowlsby, b. Mar. 13, 1892 in Los Angeles, CA. and d. Apr. 5, 1952 in Los Angeles, CA.
According to the 1896 Los Angeles, CA. Voters Register, 32 yr. old Charles 'Elsworth' Bowlsby, a Manufacturer, b. in WI., was living at 808 E. 8th in Los Angeles.
Charles was described as 5'6 1/2" tall, with a fair complexion, blue eyes and blonde hair
On Oct. 7, 1899, Hester died at the age of 36.
In the 1900 U. S. census, 36 yr. old widower, Charles Bowllsby (Bowlsby), a laborer, b. Feb. 1864 in WI., was living in Rialto, San Bernardino, CA. with his
13 yr. old daughter, Ethel Bowllsby (Bowlsby), b. Mar. 1887 in CA.
11 yr. old daughter, Sadie Bowllsby (Bowlsby), b. Feb. 1889 in CA.
8 yr. old son, Raymond Bowllsby (Bowlsby), b. Mar. 1892 in CA.
Charles' father was b. in PA. and his mother in England.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 3, Col. 2
Fri., Sep. 29, 1905
Item from: NEWS LETTER OF RIALTO COLONY
Charles Bowlsby has begun the erection of a modern five-room cottage on his ranch south of F. M. Lingo’s.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 7, Col. 4
Wed., May 1, 1907
Item from: RIALTO
OFF TO CANYON
N. S. Bates, James Mason, F. M. Lingo, G. K. Frye, Charley Bowlsby, Charley Ingleking and Charles Fisher left for Lytle Creek canyon this morning in time to be on the spot ready for trout fishing tomorrow, when the season opens.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 7, Col. 2
Wed., May 6, 1908
Two items from: Ripples
Charles Bowlsby and son Ray went to Santa Ana Tuesday, to remain several days. While there they will witness the marriage of Miss Ethel Bowlsby, daughter and sister to the two.
Miss Loie Tolle was a passenger to Santa Ana on Tuesday. While there the marriage of Miss Ethel Bowlsby and Leal Youtsey will take place.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 7, Col. 2
Wed., Apr. 28, 1909
Whist Again
The Rialto Whist club were entertained at the time of their last gathering at the home of C. E. Bowlsby, Miss Bowlsby being hostess. The occasions the first after an intermission of several weeks and as such proved to be unusually enjoyable. Five tables waged merry war for honors, the successful scores being made by Mrs. T. H. Lackey and Charlie Fisher. Mrs. Lackey received a bottle of perfume in token for her triumph while Mr. Fisher was presented with a deck of whist cards. The guests enjoyed delicious ice cream and wafers, at the close of the game.
On Dec. 24 (26), 1911, Charles Bowlsby marr. second, Lois Anne Tolle.
The Los Angeles Times (Los Angeles, CA.), P. 31, Col. 1
Sun., Jan. 1, 1911
Rialto
THE WEDDING of Miss Lois Toole and Charles E. Bowlsby was solemnized Monday evening at the home of the bride’s mother, Mrs. Phoebe Tolle, in the presence of intimate friends and relatives. Rev. S. A. Smith of Azusa officiated. The bride wore a dainty gown of white with lace garnitures. Following congratulations the wedding cake was cut and refreshments were served. At the conclusion of a two months’ wedding trip to San Diego and vicinity, Mr. and Mrs. Bowlsby will be at home to their friends at their home on Willow avenue, Rialto. Out-of-town guests were the groom’s mother, Mrs. Jennie Bowlsby of Los Angeles, Rev. and Mrs. Stacy Smith of Azusa, and the groom’s sister, Mrs. W. H. Williams and Mr. Williams of McKittrick.
Charles & Lois Bowlsby's children were:
1. Charles Stacy Bowlsby, b. Apr. 18, 1912 in Redlands, San Bernardino County, CA. and d. Nov. 19, 1985 in Eugene, Lane County, OR. Georgia Ruth Anderson.
2. Robert "Bertie" Louis Bowlsby, b. Aug. 19, 1913 in San Bernardino, CA. and d. Jun. 4, 1988 in Valley Center, San Diego, CA. Robert marr. Eleanor Jane Mead on Jan. 9, 1937.
3. Phebe Jenifor/Jennifer Bowlsby, b. Nov. 23, 1925 in Redlands, San Bernardino county, CA. and d. Jul. 29, 2000. Phebe marr. Charles Herschel Taylor. Sons: Selby & Jesse.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 7, Col. 3
Tue., Feb. 10, 1914
Double Birthday Event Is held at Country Home of Mrs. Tolle
RIALTO, Feb. 9 - Celebrate Birthdays
A birthday dinner, celebrating the anniversaries of Mrs. Phoebe Tolle and C. E. Bowlsby, was given at the country home of Mrs. Tolle today. Two large birthday cakes were the table’s chief adornment.
At 12 o’clock those who sat down to eat of this delicious feast were, besides the two guests of honor, Mrs. Amy Tolle, Mrs. C. E. Bowlsby and two sons, Mrs. Jennie Bowlsby, Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur Tolle and daughter Martha, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Tolle and son Jessie.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 7, Col. 1
Wed., Mar. 4, 1914
$50,000 INVOLVED IN TRANSFER OF GROVES
Twenty-Acre Gerster Place Sold to J. W. Brunton, Los Angeles Man.
Rialto, March 3 - The D. Gerster grove, consisting of twenty acres planted to navels, lemons and seedless grapefruit, situated in Riverside avenue about one mile south of the Santa Fe track, has been sold to J. W. Brunton of Los Angeles. This was formerly owned by Charles E. Bowlsby and carries twenty shares of Citizens’ Water stock. An eleven-acre grove in Redlands was given in part payment. The valuation of the two groves was placed at $50,000.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 14, Col. 4
Wed., Apr. 15, 1914
Item from Ripples
J. W. Brunton and two sons, of Los Angeles visited Mr. and Mrs. W. F. Sweetman. Mr. Brunton just recently purchased the old Charles Bowlsby grove on the corner of Randall and Riverside avenues.
The Los Angeles Times (Los Angeles, CA.), P. 1, Col. 5
Sun., May 17, 1914
Excerpt from: Big Properties Moving
Yesterday morning, it reported the exchange of properties totaling $36,000, when W. P. Dorety traded his 30 acres of alfalfa and deciduous fruit in East Base Line to Charles E. Bowlsby of Rialto for about eight acres of orchard in Rialto, the latter going in at $15,000, and the former at $18,000.
In the 1920 U. S. census, 55 yr. old Charles E. Bowlsby, a Salesman for a hardware company, b. in WI., was living in a home he owned free and clear at 129 W. Colton in Redlands, San Bernardino county, CA. with his
39 yr. old wife, Lois A. Bowlsby, b. in KS.
7 yr. old son, A. (C.) Stacy Bowlsby, attending school, b. in CA.
6 yr. old son, Robert L. Bowlsby, attending school, b. in CA.
In the 1930 U. S. census, 66 yr. old Charles E Boulsby (Bowlsby), no occupation, b. in WI., was living in a home (not on a farm) he owned, valued at $8,000 at 129 West Colton in Redlands, San Bernardino, CA. with his
50 yr. old wife, Lois A Boulsby (Bowlsby), b. in KS.
17 yr. old son, Charles S Boulsby, b. in CA.
16 yr. old son, Robert L Boulsby, b. in CA.
4 yr. 4 mth. old daughter, Phebe J. Boulsby (Bowlsby), b. in CA.
89 yr. old widowed mother, Jenifor E Boulsby (Bowlsby), b. in England
There was a radio set in the home.
Charles was 21 years old and Lois was 30 at the time of their respective first marriages.
Lois' father was b. in KY. and her mother in OH.
Jenifor's parents were both b. in England.
Jenifor immigrated to the U. S. in 1860 and was now a naturalized citizen.
Charles' father was b. in PA.
On Feb. 17, 1940, Charles Bowlsby died in Redlands, San Bernardino county, CA.
Four months later, on Jun. 19, 1940, Charles' wife, Lois Anne (Tolle) Bowlsby died of a heart attack in Redlands, San Bernardino county, CA.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 1, Col. 2 and P. 11, Col. 2
Mon., Feb. 19, 1940
C. E. Bowlsby Taken by Death
Charles Ellsworth Bowlsby, owner of extensive properties in Redlands, died late Saturday night at his 129 West Colton avenue home in Redlands. He was 76 years old and a native of Plattville, Wis.
As a young man, he lived in Galena, Ill., and attended college at Keokuk, Iowa. In 1883, he moved to California, settling first at Westminster, then moving to Rialto. He retired in 1900.
Survivors are his widow, Lois A. Bowlsby of Redlands; three daughters, Phebe Bowlsby of Redlands, Mrs. Ethe; Irene Youtsey of Dunsmuir, Cal., and Mrs. Sadie McNew
of Cottage Grove, Oregon; three sons, Raymond of Prescott, Ariz., Charles of Junction City, Oregon, and Robert L. of Glendale; a sister, Mrs. Della Williams of McKittrick, California and a brother, Edward S. of Oakland.
Funeral services will he held at 3 p.m. Wednesday from the Wilson funeral chapel, Redlands, with burial to follow in Hillside cemetery.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 11, Col. 7
Mon., Feb. 19, 1940
DIED
BOWLSBY - In Redlands, California, February 17, 1940, Charles Ellsworth Bowlsby, 76 years old, resident of Redlands 22 years and of California 57 years and native of Plattville, Wisconsin.
Funeral services at 3 p.m. Wednesday from the Wilson funeral chapel, Redlands, with burial in Hillside cemetery.
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