Robert Glen Nish was the 5th of 9 children born to:
William Thomas Nish, b. 1832 in Wigtownshire, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland and d. Oct. 12, 1872 in Somersville, Contra Costa Co., CA. &
Isabella Henderson, b. Mar. 10, 1835 in South Lanarkshire, Scotland and d. Aug. 4, 1890 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino Co., CA.
On Jan. 21, 1852, William Thomas Nish and Isabella Henderson were married in Salt Lake City. William was b. in Wigtownshire, Scotland in about 1871/1872.
William and Isabella Nish's children were:
1. Margaret Nish, b. Nov. 2 (or 3), 1852 in Salt Lake City, UT. and d. May 20, 1932 in San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo, CA. She marr. John W. Grant on Oct. 8, 1868 in San Bernardino, S.B., CA.
2. William Nish, b. Dec. 14, 1854 in Cedar City, UT. and d. in or before 1905. (According to Ray Nish, William died April 4, 1866.)
3. Elizabeth Penman Nish, b. Jan. 5, 1857 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino Co., CA. and d. Feb. 25, 1912 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino Co., CA. Elizabeth marr. Alvin Hancock on Jun. 1, 1882 in San Bernardino, S. B., CA.
4. David Nish, b. Aug. 14, 1859 in San Bernardino, CA. and d. Feb. 25, 1860 in San Bernardino county, CA.
5. Robert Glen Nish, b. Jan. 1 (or 30), 1862 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino Co., CA. and d. Jul. 7, 1936 at Loma Linda Hospital in San Bernardino, San Bernardino Co., CA. He marr. Isbel V. Shelley on Jun. 4, 1890 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino, CA.
6. Isabella Grace Nish, b. Apr. 19, 1864 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino Co., CA. and d. Apr. 21, 1946 In Los Angeles Co., CA. She marr. James Hilliard Poole on Jul. 26, 1888 in San Bernardino, S.B., CA.
7. James Easton Nish, b. Oct. 10, 1866 in Somersville - or San Francisco, CA. and d. Sep. 10, 1916 in Rialto, San Bernardino Co., CA. He marr. Ida Irene Osborn on Feb. 1, 1892.
8. John Grant Nish, b. Dec. 13, 1868 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino Co., CA. and d. Jan. 31, 1936 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino Co., CA. He marr. Mary Ellen Bessant on Dec. 20, 1891 in San Bernardino, S.B., CA.
9. Fredrick William Nish, b. Jan. 14, 1871 in San Bernardino, CA. and d. May 21, 1941 in San Francisco Co., CA. (Never married.)
Robert Nish was born in San Bernardino on January 30, 1862. On June 4, 1890 Mr. Nish married Isabella Shelley and lived at 1268 W. 7th Street, where they raised two children. Mr. Nish began his law enforcement career as one of the original members of the San Bernardino Police Force in 1905. In 1910 Officer Nish left the San Bernardino Police Department and went to work as a Deputy Sheriff for the San Bernardino County Sheriffs Department until 1920 when he became a railroad car repairman with the Santa Fe Railroad.
Mr. Nish's family became distant to the San Bernardino Valley Area and his only known relative is his grand daughter, Mrs. Shirley Smith of Buena Vista, Colorado.
In the 1880 U.S. census, 18 yr. old Robert G. Nish, working on the farm, b. in CA., was living in San Bernardino, San Bernardino, CA. with his
43 yr. old widowed mother, (head-of-household) Isabella Nish, conducting a farm, b. in Scotland
22 yr. old sister, Elisabeth U. Nish, b. in CA.
16 yr. old sister, Isabella Nish, b. in CA.
13 yr. old brother, James E. Nish, b. in CA.
11 yr. old brother, John H. Nish, b. in CA.
9 yr. old brother, Fredrick Nish, b. in CA.
Everyone in the family's parents were born in Scotland.
The Daily Courier (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 3, Col. 3
Thu., Jun. 5, 1890
SHORT LOCALS
David W. Wixom and Ellen Smith, Robert G. Nish and Belle Shelley of this city were granted marriage license yesterday.
The Daily Courier (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 3, Col. 3
Fri., Jun. 6, 1890
MARRIED
NISH - SHELLEY. On Wednesday evening, June 4, 1890, by Rev. Jonh Morrison, Mr. Robert Nish and Miss Belle Shelley.
Robert and Belle Nish's children were:
1. Burnet Nish, b. May 30, 1891 and d. Nov. 1, 1891
2. Ruberna 'Ruby' Nish, b. Nov. 28, 1894 in CA. and d. Feb. 1, 1986 in San Bernardino Co., CA.
3. Jay William Nish, b. Jul. 29, 1899 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino Co., CA. and d. Jan. 31, 1984 in San Bernardino,
San Bernardino Co., CA.
According to the 1898 CA. Voter's Register, 36 yr. old Robert Glenn Nish, a farmer, b. in CA., was 6' tall, with a light complexion, blue eyes and brown hair.
The Weekly Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 6, Col. 1
Fri., Feb. 10, 1899
A number of the friends of Robert Nish called on him at his home on West Seventh street Monday evening, the occasion being his birthday. Good music and games were provided for the evening’s fun, and later a lunch was served. Those who came included: Mr. and Mrs. James Poole, Mr. and Mrs. John Henderson, Mr. and Mrs. John Nish, Mr. and Mrs. James Nish, Mr. and Mrs. J.B. Ketring, Mr. and Mrs. Will Holcomb, Mrs. Hancock, Misses May Hacker, Beulah Hacker, Holcomb, Edna Ketring, Sam Lindsley, L.R. McCoy, Fred Nish, Grant Holcomb, Willie Hancock.
In the June 16 & 18, 1900 U.S. census, 39 yr. old Robt G. Nish, a farmer, b. Jan. 1861 in CA., was living in San Bernardino Ward 5, San Bernardino, CA. with his
27 yr. old wife, Isabella Nish, b. May 1873 in UT.
6 yr. old daughter, Rubenia Nish, b. Nov. 1893 in CA.
10 mth. old son, Jay Nish, b. Jul. 1899 in CA.
Robert and Isabella Nish had been married for 10 years. Isabella was the mother of two children, both still alive by this census.
Robert and Isabella's parents were all b. in Scotland.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun, P. 5, Col. 3
Tue., Feb. 12, 1907
Excerpt from: Personal
Mrs. A. Green and son, Rodney, of American Fork, Utah, arrived in the city yesterday on the Elks’ excursion from Salta lake for a visit with Policeman and Mrs. Robert G. Nish. Mrs. Green is the mother of Mrs. Nish.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 10, Col. 2
Wed., Aug. 5, 1908
PICNICKERS CAUGHT IN SHOWER
But The Suverkrup Mill People on Heights Make Rom For Them In Their Great Dining Hall And All’s Well
STRAWBERRY FLAT, near Pine Crest, August 3 - The recent trip of the Strawberry Flat picnickers to the Suverkrup mill was much enjoyed, in spite of the fact that Jupiter Tonans, aided by scowling Pluvius, was doing his best to cause terror, if not discomfort. Observing the plight of the visiting peak-dwellers, the kindly Suverkrupians escorted them to the large dining room, where the groaning baskets were greatly relived and some large Lehman pies devoured with gusto. The mill people in attendance were: Mr. and Mrs. James Nish, daughters Hazel and Ethel, and son James (and 45 others).
Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Patterson and daughter Pauline, of San Bernardino, are under canvas with the families of John Henderson and Robert Nish, at Camp R.P.N.H., Strawberry Flat.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 16, Col. 2
Sat., Jun. 5, 1909
Mrs. R.G. Nish of 1268 Seventh street, was hostess at yesterday’s pleasant gathering of the Gate City Embroidery club.
Red and white carnations made a pleasing decoration, setting forth the colors of the club.
Ruby Nish entertained the ladies with piano selections, and while the ladies stitched on their needlework, plans were discussed for a picnic outing in the mountains in the near future when the families of the members will be included in the fun.
Mrs. J.H. Alvord was a guest of the club, the other ladies present being Nrs, Nish (and 6 others).
In the April 22, 1910 U.S. census, 48 yr. old Robert Nish, a Deputy Sheriff for San Bernardino County, b. in CA., was living on Seventh St. in San Bernardino Ward 5, San Bernardino, CA. with his
37 yr. old wife, Belle Nish, b. in UT.
15 yr. old daughter, Ruby Nish, b. in CA.
10 yr. old son, Jay Nish , b. in CA.
This was a first marriage for both Robert and Belle. They had been married for 19 years. Belle was the mother of three children, only two still alive by this census.
Belle's father was b. in England and her mother in Scotland.
Robert's parents were both b. in Scotland.
San Bernardino Free Press (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 5, Col. 3
Mon., Sep. 15, 1913
Social - Clubs - Lodges
Woman’s Page of The News
Outing Is Greatly Enjoyed
A jolly picnic outing was enjoyed at a family gathering yesterday in Glenn Ranch, the party leaving San Bernardino early in the morning and returning at dusk. The morning hours were spent in viewing the beauties of that famous resort followed by the serving of a delicious picnic luncheon, while the afternoon was dedicated to much the same manner as the forenoon.
Among those who enjoyed the out - were Mr. and Mrs. Will Holcomb, and son, Grant Holcolm of Los Angeles, Mr. and Mrs. R.G. Nish and daughter, Ruby, Mr. and Mrs. J.H. Poole and daughter, Marjorie, Mr. and Mrs. J.E. Nish of Rialto and daughter, Miss Ethel Nish, and James Nish, Mr. and Mrs. J. Grant and daughter, Miss Jessie, and sons, Fred and Archie, of Paso Robles, who are enjoying a visit with Mr. and Mrs. W.W. Holcomb.
The San Bernardino Free Press, P. 5
Fri., Feb. 27, 1914
SOCIAL CLUBS
Friday Afternoon Sewing Club
The Friday Afternoon Sewing Club members were delightfully entertained this afternoon at the home of Mrs. R.G. Nish at 1268 Seventh street.
After several happy hours spent with fancy work and visiting a dainty buffet, luncheon in two courses was served. The rooms of the Nish home were beautiful in violet decorations.
Among those spending the happy afternoon with Mrs. Nish were: Mrs. J.E. Nish and daughter, Miss Ethel Nish of Rialto, Mrs. John Nish (and 14 others).
San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 6, Col. 4
Sat., Jun. 22, 1918
Interesting Social Events
Dancing and Merry Time Enjoyed At the C.J. Daley Home
A company of friends enjoyed one of the jolly old-fashioned evenings at the C.J. Daley home, in North E street last night.
Dancing and music and singing were the principal amusements, and a feast of good things during the evening.
Those invited for the happy time were Mr. and Mrs. M.W. Vale, Mr. and Mrs. John H. Barton, Mr. and Mrs. W.H. Rogers, Mr. and Mrs. Will Godfrey, Mr. and Mrs. G.W. Rudell, Mr. and Mrs. Justin Seiple and daughter, Elaine, Mr. and Mrs. John Cadd and daughters, Sabina and Mildred, Mr. and Mrs. George Feetham, Mr. and Mrs. Irvin Bemis, Mr. and Mrs. Strong Bemis, Mr. and Mrs. Guy Bemis, Mr. and Mrs. John Nish and daughter, Adeline, Mr. and Mrs. R.G. Wish, Miss Ruby Nish, J. Nish, Mr. and Mrs. J.H. Poole and daughter, Marjorie, Mr. and Mrs. D.W. Wixom, Mrs. Ida Nish, Mrs. Jennie Mogeau, Mr. and Mrs. Will L. Brown, Mrs. A Benson, Miss Gladys Benson, Mr. and Mrs. Holman Curtis, Frank Talmadge, Dr. and Mrs. Pittman, Fred W. Nish.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun, P. 8, Col. 2
Sun., Aug. 10, 1919
Interesting Social Events
Farewell Gathering Held at Nish Home
As a pleasant farewell to Prof. Fred W. Nish of San Francisco, who has been spending the summer with relatives in this city, Mr. and Mrs. John G. Nish entertained informally at their home on Orange street Friday night.
Professor Nish and Miss Marjorie Poole were dinner guests at the home and they were later joined by a group of relatives. The evening was spent with conversation and music.
Mrs. John Nish, her daughter, Miss Adeline Nish, and Marjorie Poole leave Monday morning for San Francisco with Professor Nish. The trip will be made by machine over the coast route. Mrs. Nish and her daughter will go on to Vallejo, where they will be the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Nish. Miss Poole will enter the University of California and Professor Nish will take up his work in the affiliated colleges in San Francisco.
At the John Nish home the guests included Mr. and Mrs. Robert G. Nish, Jay Nish, Miss Ruby Nish, Mrs. N.J. Levinson, Miss Winifred Yaeger, Mr. and Mrs. W.P. Martin and son Billy Paul, Mrs. Ida Nish and James Nish.
In the Jan. 5, 1920 U.S. census, 57 yr. old Robert G. Nish, a carpenter in the Railroad shops, b. in CA., was living on Seventh St. in San Bernardino, San Bernardino, CA. with his
46 yr. old wife, Isabelle Nish, b. in UT.
24 yr. old daughter, Ruby Nish, a county librarian, b. in CA.
20 yr. old son, Jay W. Nish, a machinist in the Railroad shops, b. in CA.
Isabelle's father was b. in England and her mother in Scotland.
Robert's parents were both b. in Scotland.
Officer Nish died on July 7, 1936 at Loma Linda hospital at the age of 74, after a long illness.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 7
Wed., Jul. 8, 1936
DEATH CLAIMS ROBERT G. NISH
Robert G. Nish, member of a well known pioneer family of the valley, died at 5 a.m. yesterday at Loma Linda hospital where he was taken two weeks ago when his condition became critical. He had been in failing health for many months.
Mr. Nish was born in San Bernardino 74 years ago and lived here all his life. For many years, he was an employe of the Santa Fe Railway Co., but had been retired for more than 10 years. He was a member of the Pioneer Society.
He is survived by a daughter, Miss Ruby Nish, teacher at the Jefferson School, and J.W. Nish, both of San Bernardino; a brother, Fred Nish of San Francisco, a sister, Mrs. Isabelle Poole of San Bernardino, and two grandchildren.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Thursday from the Mark B. Shaw Memorial chapel.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun, P. 23, Col. 4
Fri., Jul. 10, 1936
In the Shadows
Funeral services for Robert G. Nish were held at 2 p.m. yesterday from Mark B. Shaw Memorial chapel, with George H. Wixom officiating.
Mrs. Lois Aldridge Johnson, playing her own accompaniment, sang “Face to Face” and “No Night There”.
Honorary pallbearers were Ed Stiles, Walter Henderson, C.E. Bradford, Frank Holmes, C. Grimes and Bert Fuller. Active pallbearers were William Martin, Will Shay, Thomas Holmes, David Henderson, Murl Roberds and Will Hancock. Burial was in Mountain View cemetery.
William Thomas Nish, b. 1832 in Wigtownshire, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland and d. Oct. 12, 1872 in Somersville, Contra Costa Co., CA. &
Isabella Henderson, b. Mar. 10, 1835 in South Lanarkshire, Scotland and d. Aug. 4, 1890 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino Co., CA.
On Jan. 21, 1852, William Thomas Nish and Isabella Henderson were married in Salt Lake City. William was b. in Wigtownshire, Scotland in about 1871/1872.
William and Isabella Nish's children were:
1. Margaret Nish, b. Nov. 2 (or 3), 1852 in Salt Lake City, UT. and d. May 20, 1932 in San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo, CA. She marr. John W. Grant on Oct. 8, 1868 in San Bernardino, S.B., CA.
2. William Nish, b. Dec. 14, 1854 in Cedar City, UT. and d. in or before 1905. (According to Ray Nish, William died April 4, 1866.)
3. Elizabeth Penman Nish, b. Jan. 5, 1857 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino Co., CA. and d. Feb. 25, 1912 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino Co., CA. Elizabeth marr. Alvin Hancock on Jun. 1, 1882 in San Bernardino, S. B., CA.
4. David Nish, b. Aug. 14, 1859 in San Bernardino, CA. and d. Feb. 25, 1860 in San Bernardino county, CA.
5. Robert Glen Nish, b. Jan. 1 (or 30), 1862 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino Co., CA. and d. Jul. 7, 1936 at Loma Linda Hospital in San Bernardino, San Bernardino Co., CA. He marr. Isbel V. Shelley on Jun. 4, 1890 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino, CA.
6. Isabella Grace Nish, b. Apr. 19, 1864 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino Co., CA. and d. Apr. 21, 1946 In Los Angeles Co., CA. She marr. James Hilliard Poole on Jul. 26, 1888 in San Bernardino, S.B., CA.
7. James Easton Nish, b. Oct. 10, 1866 in Somersville - or San Francisco, CA. and d. Sep. 10, 1916 in Rialto, San Bernardino Co., CA. He marr. Ida Irene Osborn on Feb. 1, 1892.
8. John Grant Nish, b. Dec. 13, 1868 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino Co., CA. and d. Jan. 31, 1936 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino Co., CA. He marr. Mary Ellen Bessant on Dec. 20, 1891 in San Bernardino, S.B., CA.
9. Fredrick William Nish, b. Jan. 14, 1871 in San Bernardino, CA. and d. May 21, 1941 in San Francisco Co., CA. (Never married.)
Robert Nish was born in San Bernardino on January 30, 1862. On June 4, 1890 Mr. Nish married Isabella Shelley and lived at 1268 W. 7th Street, where they raised two children. Mr. Nish began his law enforcement career as one of the original members of the San Bernardino Police Force in 1905. In 1910 Officer Nish left the San Bernardino Police Department and went to work as a Deputy Sheriff for the San Bernardino County Sheriffs Department until 1920 when he became a railroad car repairman with the Santa Fe Railroad.
Mr. Nish's family became distant to the San Bernardino Valley Area and his only known relative is his grand daughter, Mrs. Shirley Smith of Buena Vista, Colorado.
In the 1880 U.S. census, 18 yr. old Robert G. Nish, working on the farm, b. in CA., was living in San Bernardino, San Bernardino, CA. with his
43 yr. old widowed mother, (head-of-household) Isabella Nish, conducting a farm, b. in Scotland
22 yr. old sister, Elisabeth U. Nish, b. in CA.
16 yr. old sister, Isabella Nish, b. in CA.
13 yr. old brother, James E. Nish, b. in CA.
11 yr. old brother, John H. Nish, b. in CA.
9 yr. old brother, Fredrick Nish, b. in CA.
Everyone in the family's parents were born in Scotland.
The Daily Courier (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 3, Col. 3
Thu., Jun. 5, 1890
SHORT LOCALS
David W. Wixom and Ellen Smith, Robert G. Nish and Belle Shelley of this city were granted marriage license yesterday.
The Daily Courier (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 3, Col. 3
Fri., Jun. 6, 1890
MARRIED
NISH - SHELLEY. On Wednesday evening, June 4, 1890, by Rev. Jonh Morrison, Mr. Robert Nish and Miss Belle Shelley.
Robert and Belle Nish's children were:
1. Burnet Nish, b. May 30, 1891 and d. Nov. 1, 1891
2. Ruberna 'Ruby' Nish, b. Nov. 28, 1894 in CA. and d. Feb. 1, 1986 in San Bernardino Co., CA.
3. Jay William Nish, b. Jul. 29, 1899 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino Co., CA. and d. Jan. 31, 1984 in San Bernardino,
San Bernardino Co., CA.
According to the 1898 CA. Voter's Register, 36 yr. old Robert Glenn Nish, a farmer, b. in CA., was 6' tall, with a light complexion, blue eyes and brown hair.
The Weekly Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 6, Col. 1
Fri., Feb. 10, 1899
A number of the friends of Robert Nish called on him at his home on West Seventh street Monday evening, the occasion being his birthday. Good music and games were provided for the evening’s fun, and later a lunch was served. Those who came included: Mr. and Mrs. James Poole, Mr. and Mrs. John Henderson, Mr. and Mrs. John Nish, Mr. and Mrs. James Nish, Mr. and Mrs. J.B. Ketring, Mr. and Mrs. Will Holcomb, Mrs. Hancock, Misses May Hacker, Beulah Hacker, Holcomb, Edna Ketring, Sam Lindsley, L.R. McCoy, Fred Nish, Grant Holcomb, Willie Hancock.
In the June 16 & 18, 1900 U.S. census, 39 yr. old Robt G. Nish, a farmer, b. Jan. 1861 in CA., was living in San Bernardino Ward 5, San Bernardino, CA. with his
27 yr. old wife, Isabella Nish, b. May 1873 in UT.
6 yr. old daughter, Rubenia Nish, b. Nov. 1893 in CA.
10 mth. old son, Jay Nish, b. Jul. 1899 in CA.
Robert and Isabella Nish had been married for 10 years. Isabella was the mother of two children, both still alive by this census.
Robert and Isabella's parents were all b. in Scotland.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun, P. 5, Col. 3
Tue., Feb. 12, 1907
Excerpt from: Personal
Mrs. A. Green and son, Rodney, of American Fork, Utah, arrived in the city yesterday on the Elks’ excursion from Salta lake for a visit with Policeman and Mrs. Robert G. Nish. Mrs. Green is the mother of Mrs. Nish.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 10, Col. 2
Wed., Aug. 5, 1908
PICNICKERS CAUGHT IN SHOWER
But The Suverkrup Mill People on Heights Make Rom For Them In Their Great Dining Hall And All’s Well
STRAWBERRY FLAT, near Pine Crest, August 3 - The recent trip of the Strawberry Flat picnickers to the Suverkrup mill was much enjoyed, in spite of the fact that Jupiter Tonans, aided by scowling Pluvius, was doing his best to cause terror, if not discomfort. Observing the plight of the visiting peak-dwellers, the kindly Suverkrupians escorted them to the large dining room, where the groaning baskets were greatly relived and some large Lehman pies devoured with gusto. The mill people in attendance were: Mr. and Mrs. James Nish, daughters Hazel and Ethel, and son James (and 45 others).
Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Patterson and daughter Pauline, of San Bernardino, are under canvas with the families of John Henderson and Robert Nish, at Camp R.P.N.H., Strawberry Flat.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 16, Col. 2
Sat., Jun. 5, 1909
Mrs. R.G. Nish of 1268 Seventh street, was hostess at yesterday’s pleasant gathering of the Gate City Embroidery club.
Red and white carnations made a pleasing decoration, setting forth the colors of the club.
Ruby Nish entertained the ladies with piano selections, and while the ladies stitched on their needlework, plans were discussed for a picnic outing in the mountains in the near future when the families of the members will be included in the fun.
Mrs. J.H. Alvord was a guest of the club, the other ladies present being Nrs, Nish (and 6 others).
In the April 22, 1910 U.S. census, 48 yr. old Robert Nish, a Deputy Sheriff for San Bernardino County, b. in CA., was living on Seventh St. in San Bernardino Ward 5, San Bernardino, CA. with his
37 yr. old wife, Belle Nish, b. in UT.
15 yr. old daughter, Ruby Nish, b. in CA.
10 yr. old son, Jay Nish , b. in CA.
This was a first marriage for both Robert and Belle. They had been married for 19 years. Belle was the mother of three children, only two still alive by this census.
Belle's father was b. in England and her mother in Scotland.
Robert's parents were both b. in Scotland.
San Bernardino Free Press (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 5, Col. 3
Mon., Sep. 15, 1913
Social - Clubs - Lodges
Woman’s Page of The News
Outing Is Greatly Enjoyed
A jolly picnic outing was enjoyed at a family gathering yesterday in Glenn Ranch, the party leaving San Bernardino early in the morning and returning at dusk. The morning hours were spent in viewing the beauties of that famous resort followed by the serving of a delicious picnic luncheon, while the afternoon was dedicated to much the same manner as the forenoon.
Among those who enjoyed the out - were Mr. and Mrs. Will Holcomb, and son, Grant Holcolm of Los Angeles, Mr. and Mrs. R.G. Nish and daughter, Ruby, Mr. and Mrs. J.H. Poole and daughter, Marjorie, Mr. and Mrs. J.E. Nish of Rialto and daughter, Miss Ethel Nish, and James Nish, Mr. and Mrs. J. Grant and daughter, Miss Jessie, and sons, Fred and Archie, of Paso Robles, who are enjoying a visit with Mr. and Mrs. W.W. Holcomb.
The San Bernardino Free Press, P. 5
Fri., Feb. 27, 1914
SOCIAL CLUBS
Friday Afternoon Sewing Club
The Friday Afternoon Sewing Club members were delightfully entertained this afternoon at the home of Mrs. R.G. Nish at 1268 Seventh street.
After several happy hours spent with fancy work and visiting a dainty buffet, luncheon in two courses was served. The rooms of the Nish home were beautiful in violet decorations.
Among those spending the happy afternoon with Mrs. Nish were: Mrs. J.E. Nish and daughter, Miss Ethel Nish of Rialto, Mrs. John Nish (and 14 others).
San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 6, Col. 4
Sat., Jun. 22, 1918
Interesting Social Events
Dancing and Merry Time Enjoyed At the C.J. Daley Home
A company of friends enjoyed one of the jolly old-fashioned evenings at the C.J. Daley home, in North E street last night.
Dancing and music and singing were the principal amusements, and a feast of good things during the evening.
Those invited for the happy time were Mr. and Mrs. M.W. Vale, Mr. and Mrs. John H. Barton, Mr. and Mrs. W.H. Rogers, Mr. and Mrs. Will Godfrey, Mr. and Mrs. G.W. Rudell, Mr. and Mrs. Justin Seiple and daughter, Elaine, Mr. and Mrs. John Cadd and daughters, Sabina and Mildred, Mr. and Mrs. George Feetham, Mr. and Mrs. Irvin Bemis, Mr. and Mrs. Strong Bemis, Mr. and Mrs. Guy Bemis, Mr. and Mrs. John Nish and daughter, Adeline, Mr. and Mrs. R.G. Wish, Miss Ruby Nish, J. Nish, Mr. and Mrs. J.H. Poole and daughter, Marjorie, Mr. and Mrs. D.W. Wixom, Mrs. Ida Nish, Mrs. Jennie Mogeau, Mr. and Mrs. Will L. Brown, Mrs. A Benson, Miss Gladys Benson, Mr. and Mrs. Holman Curtis, Frank Talmadge, Dr. and Mrs. Pittman, Fred W. Nish.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun, P. 8, Col. 2
Sun., Aug. 10, 1919
Interesting Social Events
Farewell Gathering Held at Nish Home
As a pleasant farewell to Prof. Fred W. Nish of San Francisco, who has been spending the summer with relatives in this city, Mr. and Mrs. John G. Nish entertained informally at their home on Orange street Friday night.
Professor Nish and Miss Marjorie Poole were dinner guests at the home and they were later joined by a group of relatives. The evening was spent with conversation and music.
Mrs. John Nish, her daughter, Miss Adeline Nish, and Marjorie Poole leave Monday morning for San Francisco with Professor Nish. The trip will be made by machine over the coast route. Mrs. Nish and her daughter will go on to Vallejo, where they will be the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Nish. Miss Poole will enter the University of California and Professor Nish will take up his work in the affiliated colleges in San Francisco.
At the John Nish home the guests included Mr. and Mrs. Robert G. Nish, Jay Nish, Miss Ruby Nish, Mrs. N.J. Levinson, Miss Winifred Yaeger, Mr. and Mrs. W.P. Martin and son Billy Paul, Mrs. Ida Nish and James Nish.
In the Jan. 5, 1920 U.S. census, 57 yr. old Robert G. Nish, a carpenter in the Railroad shops, b. in CA., was living on Seventh St. in San Bernardino, San Bernardino, CA. with his
46 yr. old wife, Isabelle Nish, b. in UT.
24 yr. old daughter, Ruby Nish, a county librarian, b. in CA.
20 yr. old son, Jay W. Nish, a machinist in the Railroad shops, b. in CA.
Isabelle's father was b. in England and her mother in Scotland.
Robert's parents were both b. in Scotland.
Officer Nish died on July 7, 1936 at Loma Linda hospital at the age of 74, after a long illness.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 7
Wed., Jul. 8, 1936
DEATH CLAIMS ROBERT G. NISH
Robert G. Nish, member of a well known pioneer family of the valley, died at 5 a.m. yesterday at Loma Linda hospital where he was taken two weeks ago when his condition became critical. He had been in failing health for many months.
Mr. Nish was born in San Bernardino 74 years ago and lived here all his life. For many years, he was an employe of the Santa Fe Railway Co., but had been retired for more than 10 years. He was a member of the Pioneer Society.
He is survived by a daughter, Miss Ruby Nish, teacher at the Jefferson School, and J.W. Nish, both of San Bernardino; a brother, Fred Nish of San Francisco, a sister, Mrs. Isabelle Poole of San Bernardino, and two grandchildren.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Thursday from the Mark B. Shaw Memorial chapel.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun, P. 23, Col. 4
Fri., Jul. 10, 1936
In the Shadows
Funeral services for Robert G. Nish were held at 2 p.m. yesterday from Mark B. Shaw Memorial chapel, with George H. Wixom officiating.
Mrs. Lois Aldridge Johnson, playing her own accompaniment, sang “Face to Face” and “No Night There”.
Honorary pallbearers were Ed Stiles, Walter Henderson, C.E. Bradford, Frank Holmes, C. Grimes and Bert Fuller. Active pallbearers were William Martin, Will Shay, Thomas Holmes, David Henderson, Murl Roberds and Will Hancock. Burial was in Mountain View cemetery.
Robert Glen Nish was the 5th of 9 children born to:
William Thomas Nish, b. 1832 in Wigtownshire, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland and d. Oct. 12, 1872 in Somersville, Contra Costa Co., CA. &
Isabella Henderson, b. Mar. 10, 1835 in South Lanarkshire, Scotland and d. Aug. 4, 1890 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino Co., CA.
On Jan. 21, 1852, William Thomas Nish and Isabella Henderson were married in Salt Lake City. William was b. in Wigtownshire, Scotland in about 1871/1872.
William and Isabella Nish's children were:
1. Margaret Nish, b. Nov. 2 (or 3), 1852 in Salt Lake City, UT. and d. May 20, 1932 in San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo, CA. She marr. John W. Grant on Oct. 8, 1868 in San Bernardino, S.B., CA.
2. William Nish, b. Dec. 14, 1854 in Cedar City, UT. and d. in or before 1905. (According to Ray Nish, William died April 4, 1866.)
3. Elizabeth Penman Nish, b. Jan. 5, 1857 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino Co., CA. and d. Feb. 25, 1912 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino Co., CA. Elizabeth marr. Alvin Hancock on Jun. 1, 1882 in San Bernardino, S. B., CA.
4. David Nish, b. Aug. 14, 1859 in San Bernardino, CA. and d. Feb. 25, 1860 in San Bernardino county, CA.
5. Robert Glen Nish, b. Jan. 1 (or 30), 1862 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino Co., CA. and d. Jul. 7, 1936 at Loma Linda Hospital in San Bernardino, San Bernardino Co., CA. He marr. Isbel V. Shelley on Jun. 4, 1890 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino, CA.
6. Isabella Grace Nish, b. Apr. 19, 1864 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino Co., CA. and d. Apr. 21, 1946 In Los Angeles Co., CA. She marr. James Hilliard Poole on Jul. 26, 1888 in San Bernardino, S.B., CA.
7. James Easton Nish, b. Oct. 10, 1866 in Somersville - or San Francisco, CA. and d. Sep. 10, 1916 in Rialto, San Bernardino Co., CA. He marr. Ida Irene Osborn on Feb. 1, 1892.
8. John Grant Nish, b. Dec. 13, 1868 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino Co., CA. and d. Jan. 31, 1936 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino Co., CA. He marr. Mary Ellen Bessant on Dec. 20, 1891 in San Bernardino, S.B., CA.
9. Fredrick William Nish, b. Jan. 14, 1871 in San Bernardino, CA. and d. May 21, 1941 in San Francisco Co., CA. (Never married.)
Robert Nish was born in San Bernardino on January 30, 1862. On June 4, 1890 Mr. Nish married Isabella Shelley and lived at 1268 W. 7th Street, where they raised two children. Mr. Nish began his law enforcement career as one of the original members of the San Bernardino Police Force in 1905. In 1910 Officer Nish left the San Bernardino Police Department and went to work as a Deputy Sheriff for the San Bernardino County Sheriffs Department until 1920 when he became a railroad car repairman with the Santa Fe Railroad.
Mr. Nish's family became distant to the San Bernardino Valley Area and his only known relative is his grand daughter, Mrs. Shirley Smith of Buena Vista, Colorado.
In the 1880 U.S. census, 18 yr. old Robert G. Nish, working on the farm, b. in CA., was living in San Bernardino, San Bernardino, CA. with his
43 yr. old widowed mother, (head-of-household) Isabella Nish, conducting a farm, b. in Scotland
22 yr. old sister, Elisabeth U. Nish, b. in CA.
16 yr. old sister, Isabella Nish, b. in CA.
13 yr. old brother, James E. Nish, b. in CA.
11 yr. old brother, John H. Nish, b. in CA.
9 yr. old brother, Fredrick Nish, b. in CA.
Everyone in the family's parents were born in Scotland.
The Daily Courier (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 3, Col. 3
Thu., Jun. 5, 1890
SHORT LOCALS
David W. Wixom and Ellen Smith, Robert G. Nish and Belle Shelley of this city were granted marriage license yesterday.
The Daily Courier (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 3, Col. 3
Fri., Jun. 6, 1890
MARRIED
NISH - SHELLEY. On Wednesday evening, June 4, 1890, by Rev. Jonh Morrison, Mr. Robert Nish and Miss Belle Shelley.
Robert and Belle Nish's children were:
1. Burnet Nish, b. May 30, 1891 and d. Nov. 1, 1891
2. Ruberna 'Ruby' Nish, b. Nov. 28, 1894 in CA. and d. Feb. 1, 1986 in San Bernardino Co., CA.
3. Jay William Nish, b. Jul. 29, 1899 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino Co., CA. and d. Jan. 31, 1984 in San Bernardino,
San Bernardino Co., CA.
According to the 1898 CA. Voter's Register, 36 yr. old Robert Glenn Nish, a farmer, b. in CA., was 6' tall, with a light complexion, blue eyes and brown hair.
The Weekly Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 6, Col. 1
Fri., Feb. 10, 1899
A number of the friends of Robert Nish called on him at his home on West Seventh street Monday evening, the occasion being his birthday. Good music and games were provided for the evening’s fun, and later a lunch was served. Those who came included: Mr. and Mrs. James Poole, Mr. and Mrs. John Henderson, Mr. and Mrs. John Nish, Mr. and Mrs. James Nish, Mr. and Mrs. J.B. Ketring, Mr. and Mrs. Will Holcomb, Mrs. Hancock, Misses May Hacker, Beulah Hacker, Holcomb, Edna Ketring, Sam Lindsley, L.R. McCoy, Fred Nish, Grant Holcomb, Willie Hancock.
In the June 16 & 18, 1900 U.S. census, 39 yr. old Robt G. Nish, a farmer, b. Jan. 1861 in CA., was living in San Bernardino Ward 5, San Bernardino, CA. with his
27 yr. old wife, Isabella Nish, b. May 1873 in UT.
6 yr. old daughter, Rubenia Nish, b. Nov. 1893 in CA.
10 mth. old son, Jay Nish, b. Jul. 1899 in CA.
Robert and Isabella Nish had been married for 10 years. Isabella was the mother of two children, both still alive by this census.
Robert and Isabella's parents were all b. in Scotland.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun, P. 5, Col. 3
Tue., Feb. 12, 1907
Excerpt from: Personal
Mrs. A. Green and son, Rodney, of American Fork, Utah, arrived in the city yesterday on the Elks’ excursion from Salta lake for a visit with Policeman and Mrs. Robert G. Nish. Mrs. Green is the mother of Mrs. Nish.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 10, Col. 2
Wed., Aug. 5, 1908
PICNICKERS CAUGHT IN SHOWER
But The Suverkrup Mill People on Heights Make Rom For Them In Their Great Dining Hall And All’s Well
STRAWBERRY FLAT, near Pine Crest, August 3 - The recent trip of the Strawberry Flat picnickers to the Suverkrup mill was much enjoyed, in spite of the fact that Jupiter Tonans, aided by scowling Pluvius, was doing his best to cause terror, if not discomfort. Observing the plight of the visiting peak-dwellers, the kindly Suverkrupians escorted them to the large dining room, where the groaning baskets were greatly relived and some large Lehman pies devoured with gusto. The mill people in attendance were: Mr. and Mrs. James Nish, daughters Hazel and Ethel, and son James (and 45 others).
Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Patterson and daughter Pauline, of San Bernardino, are under canvas with the families of John Henderson and Robert Nish, at Camp R.P.N.H., Strawberry Flat.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 16, Col. 2
Sat., Jun. 5, 1909
Mrs. R.G. Nish of 1268 Seventh street, was hostess at yesterday’s pleasant gathering of the Gate City Embroidery club.
Red and white carnations made a pleasing decoration, setting forth the colors of the club.
Ruby Nish entertained the ladies with piano selections, and while the ladies stitched on their needlework, plans were discussed for a picnic outing in the mountains in the near future when the families of the members will be included in the fun.
Mrs. J.H. Alvord was a guest of the club, the other ladies present being Nrs, Nish (and 6 others).
In the April 22, 1910 U.S. census, 48 yr. old Robert Nish, a Deputy Sheriff for San Bernardino County, b. in CA., was living on Seventh St. in San Bernardino Ward 5, San Bernardino, CA. with his
37 yr. old wife, Belle Nish, b. in UT.
15 yr. old daughter, Ruby Nish, b. in CA.
10 yr. old son, Jay Nish , b. in CA.
This was a first marriage for both Robert and Belle. They had been married for 19 years. Belle was the mother of three children, only two still alive by this census.
Belle's father was b. in England and her mother in Scotland.
Robert's parents were both b. in Scotland.
San Bernardino Free Press (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 5, Col. 3
Mon., Sep. 15, 1913
Social - Clubs - Lodges
Woman’s Page of The News
Outing Is Greatly Enjoyed
A jolly picnic outing was enjoyed at a family gathering yesterday in Glenn Ranch, the party leaving San Bernardino early in the morning and returning at dusk. The morning hours were spent in viewing the beauties of that famous resort followed by the serving of a delicious picnic luncheon, while the afternoon was dedicated to much the same manner as the forenoon.
Among those who enjoyed the out - were Mr. and Mrs. Will Holcomb, and son, Grant Holcolm of Los Angeles, Mr. and Mrs. R.G. Nish and daughter, Ruby, Mr. and Mrs. J.H. Poole and daughter, Marjorie, Mr. and Mrs. J.E. Nish of Rialto and daughter, Miss Ethel Nish, and James Nish, Mr. and Mrs. J. Grant and daughter, Miss Jessie, and sons, Fred and Archie, of Paso Robles, who are enjoying a visit with Mr. and Mrs. W.W. Holcomb.
The San Bernardino Free Press, P. 5
Fri., Feb. 27, 1914
SOCIAL CLUBS
Friday Afternoon Sewing Club
The Friday Afternoon Sewing Club members were delightfully entertained this afternoon at the home of Mrs. R.G. Nish at 1268 Seventh street.
After several happy hours spent with fancy work and visiting a dainty buffet, luncheon in two courses was served. The rooms of the Nish home were beautiful in violet decorations.
Among those spending the happy afternoon with Mrs. Nish were: Mrs. J.E. Nish and daughter, Miss Ethel Nish of Rialto, Mrs. John Nish (and 14 others).
San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 6, Col. 4
Sat., Jun. 22, 1918
Interesting Social Events
Dancing and Merry Time Enjoyed At the C.J. Daley Home
A company of friends enjoyed one of the jolly old-fashioned evenings at the C.J. Daley home, in North E street last night.
Dancing and music and singing were the principal amusements, and a feast of good things during the evening.
Those invited for the happy time were Mr. and Mrs. M.W. Vale, Mr. and Mrs. John H. Barton, Mr. and Mrs. W.H. Rogers, Mr. and Mrs. Will Godfrey, Mr. and Mrs. G.W. Rudell, Mr. and Mrs. Justin Seiple and daughter, Elaine, Mr. and Mrs. John Cadd and daughters, Sabina and Mildred, Mr. and Mrs. George Feetham, Mr. and Mrs. Irvin Bemis, Mr. and Mrs. Strong Bemis, Mr. and Mrs. Guy Bemis, Mr. and Mrs. John Nish and daughter, Adeline, Mr. and Mrs. R.G. Wish, Miss Ruby Nish, J. Nish, Mr. and Mrs. J.H. Poole and daughter, Marjorie, Mr. and Mrs. D.W. Wixom, Mrs. Ida Nish, Mrs. Jennie Mogeau, Mr. and Mrs. Will L. Brown, Mrs. A Benson, Miss Gladys Benson, Mr. and Mrs. Holman Curtis, Frank Talmadge, Dr. and Mrs. Pittman, Fred W. Nish.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun, P. 8, Col. 2
Sun., Aug. 10, 1919
Interesting Social Events
Farewell Gathering Held at Nish Home
As a pleasant farewell to Prof. Fred W. Nish of San Francisco, who has been spending the summer with relatives in this city, Mr. and Mrs. John G. Nish entertained informally at their home on Orange street Friday night.
Professor Nish and Miss Marjorie Poole were dinner guests at the home and they were later joined by a group of relatives. The evening was spent with conversation and music.
Mrs. John Nish, her daughter, Miss Adeline Nish, and Marjorie Poole leave Monday morning for San Francisco with Professor Nish. The trip will be made by machine over the coast route. Mrs. Nish and her daughter will go on to Vallejo, where they will be the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Nish. Miss Poole will enter the University of California and Professor Nish will take up his work in the affiliated colleges in San Francisco.
At the John Nish home the guests included Mr. and Mrs. Robert G. Nish, Jay Nish, Miss Ruby Nish, Mrs. N.J. Levinson, Miss Winifred Yaeger, Mr. and Mrs. W.P. Martin and son Billy Paul, Mrs. Ida Nish and James Nish.
In the Jan. 5, 1920 U.S. census, 57 yr. old Robert G. Nish, a carpenter in the Railroad shops, b. in CA., was living on Seventh St. in San Bernardino, San Bernardino, CA. with his
46 yr. old wife, Isabelle Nish, b. in UT.
24 yr. old daughter, Ruby Nish, a county librarian, b. in CA.
20 yr. old son, Jay W. Nish, a machinist in the Railroad shops, b. in CA.
Isabelle's father was b. in England and her mother in Scotland.
Robert's parents were both b. in Scotland.
Officer Nish died on July 7, 1936 at Loma Linda hospital at the age of 74, after a long illness.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 7
Wed., Jul. 8, 1936
DEATH CLAIMS ROBERT G. NISH
Robert G. Nish, member of a well known pioneer family of the valley, died at 5 a.m. yesterday at Loma Linda hospital where he was taken two weeks ago when his condition became critical. He had been in failing health for many months.
Mr. Nish was born in San Bernardino 74 years ago and lived here all his life. For many years, he was an employe of the Santa Fe Railway Co., but had been retired for more than 10 years. He was a member of the Pioneer Society.
He is survived by a daughter, Miss Ruby Nish, teacher at the Jefferson School, and J.W. Nish, both of San Bernardino; a brother, Fred Nish of San Francisco, a sister, Mrs. Isabelle Poole of San Bernardino, and two grandchildren.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Thursday from the Mark B. Shaw Memorial chapel.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun, P. 23, Col. 4
Fri., Jul. 10, 1936
In the Shadows
Funeral services for Robert G. Nish were held at 2 p.m. yesterday from Mark B. Shaw Memorial chapel, with George H. Wixom officiating.
Mrs. Lois Aldridge Johnson, playing her own accompaniment, sang “Face to Face” and “No Night There”.
Honorary pallbearers were Ed Stiles, Walter Henderson, C.E. Bradford, Frank Holmes, C. Grimes and Bert Fuller. Active pallbearers were William Martin, Will Shay, Thomas Holmes, David Henderson, Murl Roberds and Will Hancock. Burial was in Mountain View cemetery.
William Thomas Nish, b. 1832 in Wigtownshire, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland and d. Oct. 12, 1872 in Somersville, Contra Costa Co., CA. &
Isabella Henderson, b. Mar. 10, 1835 in South Lanarkshire, Scotland and d. Aug. 4, 1890 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino Co., CA.
On Jan. 21, 1852, William Thomas Nish and Isabella Henderson were married in Salt Lake City. William was b. in Wigtownshire, Scotland in about 1871/1872.
William and Isabella Nish's children were:
1. Margaret Nish, b. Nov. 2 (or 3), 1852 in Salt Lake City, UT. and d. May 20, 1932 in San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo, CA. She marr. John W. Grant on Oct. 8, 1868 in San Bernardino, S.B., CA.
2. William Nish, b. Dec. 14, 1854 in Cedar City, UT. and d. in or before 1905. (According to Ray Nish, William died April 4, 1866.)
3. Elizabeth Penman Nish, b. Jan. 5, 1857 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino Co., CA. and d. Feb. 25, 1912 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino Co., CA. Elizabeth marr. Alvin Hancock on Jun. 1, 1882 in San Bernardino, S. B., CA.
4. David Nish, b. Aug. 14, 1859 in San Bernardino, CA. and d. Feb. 25, 1860 in San Bernardino county, CA.
5. Robert Glen Nish, b. Jan. 1 (or 30), 1862 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino Co., CA. and d. Jul. 7, 1936 at Loma Linda Hospital in San Bernardino, San Bernardino Co., CA. He marr. Isbel V. Shelley on Jun. 4, 1890 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino, CA.
6. Isabella Grace Nish, b. Apr. 19, 1864 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino Co., CA. and d. Apr. 21, 1946 In Los Angeles Co., CA. She marr. James Hilliard Poole on Jul. 26, 1888 in San Bernardino, S.B., CA.
7. James Easton Nish, b. Oct. 10, 1866 in Somersville - or San Francisco, CA. and d. Sep. 10, 1916 in Rialto, San Bernardino Co., CA. He marr. Ida Irene Osborn on Feb. 1, 1892.
8. John Grant Nish, b. Dec. 13, 1868 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino Co., CA. and d. Jan. 31, 1936 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino Co., CA. He marr. Mary Ellen Bessant on Dec. 20, 1891 in San Bernardino, S.B., CA.
9. Fredrick William Nish, b. Jan. 14, 1871 in San Bernardino, CA. and d. May 21, 1941 in San Francisco Co., CA. (Never married.)
Robert Nish was born in San Bernardino on January 30, 1862. On June 4, 1890 Mr. Nish married Isabella Shelley and lived at 1268 W. 7th Street, where they raised two children. Mr. Nish began his law enforcement career as one of the original members of the San Bernardino Police Force in 1905. In 1910 Officer Nish left the San Bernardino Police Department and went to work as a Deputy Sheriff for the San Bernardino County Sheriffs Department until 1920 when he became a railroad car repairman with the Santa Fe Railroad.
Mr. Nish's family became distant to the San Bernardino Valley Area and his only known relative is his grand daughter, Mrs. Shirley Smith of Buena Vista, Colorado.
In the 1880 U.S. census, 18 yr. old Robert G. Nish, working on the farm, b. in CA., was living in San Bernardino, San Bernardino, CA. with his
43 yr. old widowed mother, (head-of-household) Isabella Nish, conducting a farm, b. in Scotland
22 yr. old sister, Elisabeth U. Nish, b. in CA.
16 yr. old sister, Isabella Nish, b. in CA.
13 yr. old brother, James E. Nish, b. in CA.
11 yr. old brother, John H. Nish, b. in CA.
9 yr. old brother, Fredrick Nish, b. in CA.
Everyone in the family's parents were born in Scotland.
The Daily Courier (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 3, Col. 3
Thu., Jun. 5, 1890
SHORT LOCALS
David W. Wixom and Ellen Smith, Robert G. Nish and Belle Shelley of this city were granted marriage license yesterday.
The Daily Courier (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 3, Col. 3
Fri., Jun. 6, 1890
MARRIED
NISH - SHELLEY. On Wednesday evening, June 4, 1890, by Rev. Jonh Morrison, Mr. Robert Nish and Miss Belle Shelley.
Robert and Belle Nish's children were:
1. Burnet Nish, b. May 30, 1891 and d. Nov. 1, 1891
2. Ruberna 'Ruby' Nish, b. Nov. 28, 1894 in CA. and d. Feb. 1, 1986 in San Bernardino Co., CA.
3. Jay William Nish, b. Jul. 29, 1899 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino Co., CA. and d. Jan. 31, 1984 in San Bernardino,
San Bernardino Co., CA.
According to the 1898 CA. Voter's Register, 36 yr. old Robert Glenn Nish, a farmer, b. in CA., was 6' tall, with a light complexion, blue eyes and brown hair.
The Weekly Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 6, Col. 1
Fri., Feb. 10, 1899
A number of the friends of Robert Nish called on him at his home on West Seventh street Monday evening, the occasion being his birthday. Good music and games were provided for the evening’s fun, and later a lunch was served. Those who came included: Mr. and Mrs. James Poole, Mr. and Mrs. John Henderson, Mr. and Mrs. John Nish, Mr. and Mrs. James Nish, Mr. and Mrs. J.B. Ketring, Mr. and Mrs. Will Holcomb, Mrs. Hancock, Misses May Hacker, Beulah Hacker, Holcomb, Edna Ketring, Sam Lindsley, L.R. McCoy, Fred Nish, Grant Holcomb, Willie Hancock.
In the June 16 & 18, 1900 U.S. census, 39 yr. old Robt G. Nish, a farmer, b. Jan. 1861 in CA., was living in San Bernardino Ward 5, San Bernardino, CA. with his
27 yr. old wife, Isabella Nish, b. May 1873 in UT.
6 yr. old daughter, Rubenia Nish, b. Nov. 1893 in CA.
10 mth. old son, Jay Nish, b. Jul. 1899 in CA.
Robert and Isabella Nish had been married for 10 years. Isabella was the mother of two children, both still alive by this census.
Robert and Isabella's parents were all b. in Scotland.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun, P. 5, Col. 3
Tue., Feb. 12, 1907
Excerpt from: Personal
Mrs. A. Green and son, Rodney, of American Fork, Utah, arrived in the city yesterday on the Elks’ excursion from Salta lake for a visit with Policeman and Mrs. Robert G. Nish. Mrs. Green is the mother of Mrs. Nish.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 10, Col. 2
Wed., Aug. 5, 1908
PICNICKERS CAUGHT IN SHOWER
But The Suverkrup Mill People on Heights Make Rom For Them In Their Great Dining Hall And All’s Well
STRAWBERRY FLAT, near Pine Crest, August 3 - The recent trip of the Strawberry Flat picnickers to the Suverkrup mill was much enjoyed, in spite of the fact that Jupiter Tonans, aided by scowling Pluvius, was doing his best to cause terror, if not discomfort. Observing the plight of the visiting peak-dwellers, the kindly Suverkrupians escorted them to the large dining room, where the groaning baskets were greatly relived and some large Lehman pies devoured with gusto. The mill people in attendance were: Mr. and Mrs. James Nish, daughters Hazel and Ethel, and son James (and 45 others).
Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Patterson and daughter Pauline, of San Bernardino, are under canvas with the families of John Henderson and Robert Nish, at Camp R.P.N.H., Strawberry Flat.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 16, Col. 2
Sat., Jun. 5, 1909
Mrs. R.G. Nish of 1268 Seventh street, was hostess at yesterday’s pleasant gathering of the Gate City Embroidery club.
Red and white carnations made a pleasing decoration, setting forth the colors of the club.
Ruby Nish entertained the ladies with piano selections, and while the ladies stitched on their needlework, plans were discussed for a picnic outing in the mountains in the near future when the families of the members will be included in the fun.
Mrs. J.H. Alvord was a guest of the club, the other ladies present being Nrs, Nish (and 6 others).
In the April 22, 1910 U.S. census, 48 yr. old Robert Nish, a Deputy Sheriff for San Bernardino County, b. in CA., was living on Seventh St. in San Bernardino Ward 5, San Bernardino, CA. with his
37 yr. old wife, Belle Nish, b. in UT.
15 yr. old daughter, Ruby Nish, b. in CA.
10 yr. old son, Jay Nish , b. in CA.
This was a first marriage for both Robert and Belle. They had been married for 19 years. Belle was the mother of three children, only two still alive by this census.
Belle's father was b. in England and her mother in Scotland.
Robert's parents were both b. in Scotland.
San Bernardino Free Press (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 5, Col. 3
Mon., Sep. 15, 1913
Social - Clubs - Lodges
Woman’s Page of The News
Outing Is Greatly Enjoyed
A jolly picnic outing was enjoyed at a family gathering yesterday in Glenn Ranch, the party leaving San Bernardino early in the morning and returning at dusk. The morning hours were spent in viewing the beauties of that famous resort followed by the serving of a delicious picnic luncheon, while the afternoon was dedicated to much the same manner as the forenoon.
Among those who enjoyed the out - were Mr. and Mrs. Will Holcomb, and son, Grant Holcolm of Los Angeles, Mr. and Mrs. R.G. Nish and daughter, Ruby, Mr. and Mrs. J.H. Poole and daughter, Marjorie, Mr. and Mrs. J.E. Nish of Rialto and daughter, Miss Ethel Nish, and James Nish, Mr. and Mrs. J. Grant and daughter, Miss Jessie, and sons, Fred and Archie, of Paso Robles, who are enjoying a visit with Mr. and Mrs. W.W. Holcomb.
The San Bernardino Free Press, P. 5
Fri., Feb. 27, 1914
SOCIAL CLUBS
Friday Afternoon Sewing Club
The Friday Afternoon Sewing Club members were delightfully entertained this afternoon at the home of Mrs. R.G. Nish at 1268 Seventh street.
After several happy hours spent with fancy work and visiting a dainty buffet, luncheon in two courses was served. The rooms of the Nish home were beautiful in violet decorations.
Among those spending the happy afternoon with Mrs. Nish were: Mrs. J.E. Nish and daughter, Miss Ethel Nish of Rialto, Mrs. John Nish (and 14 others).
San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 6, Col. 4
Sat., Jun. 22, 1918
Interesting Social Events
Dancing and Merry Time Enjoyed At the C.J. Daley Home
A company of friends enjoyed one of the jolly old-fashioned evenings at the C.J. Daley home, in North E street last night.
Dancing and music and singing were the principal amusements, and a feast of good things during the evening.
Those invited for the happy time were Mr. and Mrs. M.W. Vale, Mr. and Mrs. John H. Barton, Mr. and Mrs. W.H. Rogers, Mr. and Mrs. Will Godfrey, Mr. and Mrs. G.W. Rudell, Mr. and Mrs. Justin Seiple and daughter, Elaine, Mr. and Mrs. John Cadd and daughters, Sabina and Mildred, Mr. and Mrs. George Feetham, Mr. and Mrs. Irvin Bemis, Mr. and Mrs. Strong Bemis, Mr. and Mrs. Guy Bemis, Mr. and Mrs. John Nish and daughter, Adeline, Mr. and Mrs. R.G. Wish, Miss Ruby Nish, J. Nish, Mr. and Mrs. J.H. Poole and daughter, Marjorie, Mr. and Mrs. D.W. Wixom, Mrs. Ida Nish, Mrs. Jennie Mogeau, Mr. and Mrs. Will L. Brown, Mrs. A Benson, Miss Gladys Benson, Mr. and Mrs. Holman Curtis, Frank Talmadge, Dr. and Mrs. Pittman, Fred W. Nish.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun, P. 8, Col. 2
Sun., Aug. 10, 1919
Interesting Social Events
Farewell Gathering Held at Nish Home
As a pleasant farewell to Prof. Fred W. Nish of San Francisco, who has been spending the summer with relatives in this city, Mr. and Mrs. John G. Nish entertained informally at their home on Orange street Friday night.
Professor Nish and Miss Marjorie Poole were dinner guests at the home and they were later joined by a group of relatives. The evening was spent with conversation and music.
Mrs. John Nish, her daughter, Miss Adeline Nish, and Marjorie Poole leave Monday morning for San Francisco with Professor Nish. The trip will be made by machine over the coast route. Mrs. Nish and her daughter will go on to Vallejo, where they will be the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Nish. Miss Poole will enter the University of California and Professor Nish will take up his work in the affiliated colleges in San Francisco.
At the John Nish home the guests included Mr. and Mrs. Robert G. Nish, Jay Nish, Miss Ruby Nish, Mrs. N.J. Levinson, Miss Winifred Yaeger, Mr. and Mrs. W.P. Martin and son Billy Paul, Mrs. Ida Nish and James Nish.
In the Jan. 5, 1920 U.S. census, 57 yr. old Robert G. Nish, a carpenter in the Railroad shops, b. in CA., was living on Seventh St. in San Bernardino, San Bernardino, CA. with his
46 yr. old wife, Isabelle Nish, b. in UT.
24 yr. old daughter, Ruby Nish, a county librarian, b. in CA.
20 yr. old son, Jay W. Nish, a machinist in the Railroad shops, b. in CA.
Isabelle's father was b. in England and her mother in Scotland.
Robert's parents were both b. in Scotland.
Officer Nish died on July 7, 1936 at Loma Linda hospital at the age of 74, after a long illness.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 7
Wed., Jul. 8, 1936
DEATH CLAIMS ROBERT G. NISH
Robert G. Nish, member of a well known pioneer family of the valley, died at 5 a.m. yesterday at Loma Linda hospital where he was taken two weeks ago when his condition became critical. He had been in failing health for many months.
Mr. Nish was born in San Bernardino 74 years ago and lived here all his life. For many years, he was an employe of the Santa Fe Railway Co., but had been retired for more than 10 years. He was a member of the Pioneer Society.
He is survived by a daughter, Miss Ruby Nish, teacher at the Jefferson School, and J.W. Nish, both of San Bernardino; a brother, Fred Nish of San Francisco, a sister, Mrs. Isabelle Poole of San Bernardino, and two grandchildren.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Thursday from the Mark B. Shaw Memorial chapel.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun, P. 23, Col. 4
Fri., Jul. 10, 1936
In the Shadows
Funeral services for Robert G. Nish were held at 2 p.m. yesterday from Mark B. Shaw Memorial chapel, with George H. Wixom officiating.
Mrs. Lois Aldridge Johnson, playing her own accompaniment, sang “Face to Face” and “No Night There”.
Honorary pallbearers were Ed Stiles, Walter Henderson, C.E. Bradford, Frank Holmes, C. Grimes and Bert Fuller. Active pallbearers were William Martin, Will Shay, Thomas Holmes, David Henderson, Murl Roberds and Will Hancock. Burial was in Mountain View cemetery.
