Margaret's parents were:
David Henderson, a coal miner, b. Dec. 28, 1811 in Muirkirk, East Ayshire, Scotland and d. 1849 in St. Louis County, MO. &
Margaret Ada (Adam) Henderson, b. Aug. 12, 1816 in Hamilton, Old Monkland, South Lanarkshire, Scotland and d. Aug. 12, 1900 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino county, CA.
Margaret & David Henderson's children were:
1) William McDonald Henderson, b. Nov. 17, 1833/34 in Coatbridge, North Lanarkshire, Scotland and d. Sep. 11, 1904 in Long Beach, Los Angeles county, CA. (William marr. Mary M. Winn)
2) Isabel/la Henderson Henderson, b. Mar. 10, 1835 in South lanarkshire, Scotland and d. Aug. 4, 1890 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino county, CA. Isabella marr. William Nish.
3) Margaret Victoria Henderson, b. Jul. 26, 1837 in Glasgow, Scotland and d. Sep. 6, 1921 in San Bernardino County, CA. She marr. Charles J. Mogeau and after his death, Henry C. Yager.
4) David Glen Henderson, b. Mar. 28, 1842 in New Monkland, North Lanarkshire, Scotland and d. Jul. 19, 1926 in Fontana, San Bernardino county, CA. He marr. Matilda Caroline Hawker.
5) Jeannette Adam Henderson, b. Jun. 7, 1844 in Calder, Old Monkland, North Lanarkshire, Scotland and d. Dec. 8, 1936 in Ontario, San Bernardino, CA. She marr. Thomas 'Tom' B. Walkinshaw, and later, William Brown Roberds of Corona, CA.
6) Mary Adam Henderson, b. May 27/31, 1848 in Scotland and d. May 24, 1904 in Los Angeles, Los Angeles county, CA. She marr. William Roberts Levick and then Thomas H. 'Tom' Ashcroft of Corona, CA.
7. Charles Henderson, who died as an infant.
*Note: After Margaret (Adam) Henderson's first husband, David Henderson died in St. Louis, MO. of a heat stroke (or cholera), Margaret became the plural wife of her sister Agnes' husband, John/James Easton. It was the Mormon custom that no woman of age remain unmarried, and this was most likely preferable to having a husband chosen for her by the Mormon Church. From this child, one child was born: John Alexander Easton who later changed his last name to Henderson. John Alexander Henderson was b. May 29, 1856 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino County, CA. and d. Mar. 28, 1938 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino County, CA.
In the Oct. 24, 1850 U. S. census, 13 yr. old Margaret Henderson, attending school, b. in England (Scotland), was living in St. Louis (South Half), St Louis county, MO. with her
34 yr. old (inferred) mother, Margaret Henderson, b. in England (Scotland)
8 yr. old (inferred) brother, David Henderson, attending school, b. in England (Scotland)
5 yr. old (inferred) sister, Jeannette Henderson, b. in "England" (Scotland)
3 yr. old (inferred) sister, Mary Henderson, b. in England (Scotland)
27 yr. old James Easton (Margaret Sr.'s brother-in-law and future husband), a miner, b. in England (Scotland)
27 yr. old Agnes Easton (Margaret Sr.'s sister), b. in England (Scotland)
2 yr. old Margaret Easton, b. in England (Scotland)
In 1858, Margaret Victoria Henderson married, first, Charles Joseph Mogeau (born 1825 in France and d. Aug. 25, 1867 in San Bernardino county, CA.).
Margaret & Charles Mogeau's children were:
1. David Burr Mogeau, b. 1858 in Salt Lake City, Salt Lake County, UT. and d. Jan. 13, 1921 in Rialto, San Bernardino County, CA.
2. Margaret Mogeau, b. Oct. 1861 in Salt Lake County, UT. and d. May 19, 1925 in Portland, OR. and was buried there according to her May 21, 1925 Daily Sun (San Bernardino) obituary. Margaret marr. Newman J. Levinson in Jan. 1899. He died in 1928 in OR.
3. Josephine Mogeau, b. Feb. 1863 in San Bernardino County, CA. and d. May 10, 1935. Josephine marr. George Augustus Ferguson in 1881.
4. William Graham Mogeau, b. Feb. 25, 1865 in San Bernardino County, CA. and d. Jun. 24, 1941 in Russellville, Multnomah County, OR.
5. Isabella "Belle" Mogeau, b. 1867 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino County, CA. and d. Jan. 6, 1939 in San Bernardino County, CA. Isabella marr. Hugh Henry Herdman.
In the 1860 U. S. census, 21 yr. old Margaret Mego (Mogeau), b. in Scotland, was living in Great Salt Lake City Ward 13, Salt Lake, Utah Territory with her
35 yr. old (inferred) husband, Charles Mego (Mogeau)
1 yr. old (inferred) son, David B Mego (Mogeau)
10 yr. old (inferred stepdaughter) Susan Mego (Mogeau)
19 yr. old Elizabeth Baxton
In the Jul. 15, 1870 U. S. census, 31 yr. old Margerta Moyo (Mogeau), keeping house, b. in Scotland, was living in San Bernardino township, San Bernardino, CA. with her
11 yr. old son, David Moyo (Mogeau), b. in UT.
9 yr. old daughter, Margerita Moyo (Mogeau), b. in UT.
7 yr. old daughter, Josephine Moyo (Mogeau), b. in UT.
5 yr. old son, William Moyo (Mogeau), b. in UT.
3 yr. old daughter, Isabella Moyo (Mogeau), b. in UT.
Margaret's parents were both of foreign birth.
Margaret's personal estate was valued at: $300
On Dec. 3, 1873, Margaret Victoria (Henderson) Mogeau and Henry Charles Yager were married in San Bernardino county, CA., according to CA. Select Marriages for 1850-1945 and the Western States Marriage Index, 1809-2016.
Henry Charles & Margaret Yager's children were:
1. Gertrude Henrietta Yager, b. in CA., b. Aug. 27, 1874 in Rialto Terrace, San Bernardino county, CA. and d. Nov. 14, 1918 in Rialto Terrace, San Bernardino County, CA.
2. Winifred Yager, b. May 5, 1878 in CA. and d. Aug. 6, 1972 in Kern County, CA.
In the Jun. 4, 1880 U. S. census, 41 yr. old Margaret Yager, keeping house, b. in Scotland, was living at 71 'D' St. in subdivision 63 of the town of San Bernardino, San Bernardino, CA. with her
39 yr. old husband, H. C. Yager, a stone mason, b. in Germany
19 yr. old daughter, Margaret Mogo (Mogeau), a school teacher, b. in UT.
16 yr. old daughter, Josephine Mogo (Mogeau), attending school, b. in CA.
14 yr. old son, William Mogo (Mogeau), b. in CA.
13 yr. old daughter, Isabella Mogo (Mogeau), b. in CA.
5 yr. old daughter, Gertrude Yager, b. in CA.
2 yr. old daughter, Winefred Yager, b. in CA.
Margaret's parents were both b. in Scotland.
H. C.'s parents were both born in Germany.
*Note: Henry Charles Yager, a marble cutter, b. in Germany, is listed in the
1882 CA. Voter's Register. He was living in San Bernardino and he was a naturalized citizen.
On Sep. 15, 1888, Margaret's husband, Henry Charles Yager, died in Tombstone, Cochise county, AZ.
The Daily Courier (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 3, Col. 3
Fri., Sep. 21, 1888
Item from: PERSONAL
H. C. Yager, a former townsman of San Bernardino, who for a number of years owned the marble works on Third street, died of cancer of the stomach at Tombstone, A. T. (Arizona territory), last Saturday.
In the Jun. 8, 1900 U. S. census, 61 yr. old widow (and head of household) Margaret Yager, b. Jul. 1838 in Scotland, was living on a farm she owned free and clear in Rialto, San Bernardino, CA. with her
23 yr. old unmarried daughter, Gertrude Yager, b. Aug. 1876 in CA.
22 yr. old unmarried daughter, Winnifred Yager, b. May 1878 in CA.
83 yr. old widowed mother, Margaret Henderson, b. Aug. 1816 in Scotland.
Margaret Yager's father was also b. in Scotland.
Margaret Yager was the mother of 8 children, only 7 still alive by this census.
Margaret Henderson was listed as the mother of 1 child, still alive - but she was actually the mother of 8 children, 6 still alive by this census (counting son John by 2nd 'husband', James Easton.
Two months later, Margaret's mother, Margaret Henderson died on Aug. 12, 1900
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 5, Col. 3
Sat., Aug. 14, 1900
PERSONAL
Mrs. Margaret Yager and daughters, the Misses Gertrude and Winifred Yager, leave today for a two weeks' stay at Long Beach. The Misses Yager, who have spent their vacation in San Bernardino, will soon be returning to Portland, for the opening of the schools.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 10, Col. 3
Wed., Sep. 12, 1900
Mrs. Margaret Yager, living on West Fourth street, beyond Lytle Creek, met with a serious accident Monday afternoon, a folding bed falling over on her, and crushing her to the floor. She will not be free from the effects of it for several weeks.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 5, Col. 3
Thu., Nov. 15, 1900
SEEK TO SETTLE ESTATE
Papers were filed yesterday on behalf of Mrs. Margaret Yager who petitions for letters of administration on the estate of Mrs. Margaret Henderson, who died August 12, 1900, leaving property to the value of $500, for which there has been no will found.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 5, Col. 3
Tue., Aug. 27, 1901
Item from: PERSONAL
Mrs. Margaret Yager and Miss Belle Mogeau left yesterday for the north. They go first to San Francisco, and thence to Portland, Oregon, where Miss Mogeau's school work begins soon. Mrs. Yager will be the guest of her daughter, Mrs. N. J. Levinson, for several months.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 5, Col. 3
Tue., May 29, 1906
Item from: PERSONAL
Mrs. Margaret Yager who has been visiting her daughter, Mrs. J. A. Ferguson, left last evening for Portland, Oregon, where she will spend the summer as the guest of Mrs. N. J. Levinson.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 6, Col. 2
Wed., Jun. 9, 1909
Item from: LOCAL SOCIAL NOTES
Mrs. George A. Ferguson of the Colton Terrace left last evening for the north to be present at the marriage of her son, Roy Noble Ferguson, and Miss Grace Majella Bodley, which will occur at the home of the bride's parents in San Jose on June 15.
Two other relatives of the groom will be present at the interesting event, as Miss Gertrude Yager and Miss Winifred lager of Portland, Oregon, both expect to meet Mrs. Ferguson in San Jose. Miss Winifred Yager, who is at the head of the English department in the Portland High School, will accompany Mrs. Ferguson on her return south and spend the summer with her mother, Mrs. Margaret Yager and other relatives, while her sister, Miss Winifred, will remain in Berkeley for the summer courses at the university.
Mr. Ferguson and his bride will come south during their wedding trip and San Bernardino relatives and friends of the groom will have an opportunity to extend their good wishes.
In the 1910 U. S. census, 71 yr. old widow, Margaret Yager, b. in Scotland, was living off her own income in a mortgaged home she owned on San Bernardino Ave. in San Bernardino, San Bernardino, CA. with her
35 yr. old unmarried daughter, Gertrude H Yager, a high school teacher, b. in CA.
30 yr. old unmarried Winifred Yager, a high school teacher, b. in CA.
Margaret immigrated to the U. S. in 1849
Margaret's parents were both b. in Scotland
Gertrude & Winifred's father was b. in Germany.
Margaret was the mother of 7 children, all still alive by this census.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 8, 1911
Sun., Apr. 16, 1911
Delightful Reception at the Yager Home
Mrs. Margaret Yager and her daughter, Mrs. N. J. Levinson of Fresno, received a company of their San Bernardino, Colton and neighborhood friends yesterday afternoon at an informal "at home" at Mrs. Yager's beautiful bungalow on the rialto bench, overlooking the valley.
A beautiful Easter setting was given the drawing room with masses of bridal wreath and the lovely flowering almond, while in the dining room the glorious coloring of the California poppy predominated. They adorned the refreshment table, laid with Mexican drawn work centerpiece, and brightened the buffet. Mrs. E. J. Mogeau poured coffee, and a tempting menu was served.
Afterwards the attention of the guests was drawn to the Easter table in the drawing room, with a festive combination of rabbits and chicks on an Easter frolic. A large nest in the center contained a varied collection of Easter eggs. Each guest registered a guess as to the number, a beautiful potted Easter fern being awarded to Miss Katherine Oliver, who made the nearest guess.
Mrs. Rex Goodcell and Miss Bessie Knappe cleverly read the palms of the guests during the afternoon, and prophesied future events, to the amusement and enlightenment of the guests.
Mrs. George A. Ferguson, Miss Gertrude Yager and Miss Marguerite Mogeau assisted in receiving and entertaining the company.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 5, Col. 3
Wed., Aug. 12, 1914
Item from: PERSONAL
Mrs. N. J. Levinson and her mother, Mrs. Margaret Yager, leave for Portland, Ore., this afternoon for an indefinite stay. Mrs. Levinson goes to be with Mr. Levinson, who is undergoing hospital treatment for his eyes, following a recent operation on one of them, the result of which is as yet in doubt.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 6, Col. 4
Fri., Jul. 14, 1916
Mrs. Yager Returns Home
Mrs. Margaret Yager, who has been visiting in Portland, Oregon, during the past year, returned home yesterday, being accompanied by her daughter, Mrs. N. J. Levinson of Portland, who will make a visit here with her relatives and many friends.
On Nov. 14, 1918, Margaret's daughter, Gertrude Yager died in Rialto Terrace, San Bernardino County, CA.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 6, Col. 4
Sat., Dec. 7, 1918
Item from: PERSONALS
Mrs. N. J. Levinson and Miss Winifred Yager have returned to their home in Portland, Oregon, taking their mother, Mrs. Margaret Yager with them. They were called south on account of the death of their sister, Miss Gertrude Yager.
In the 1920 U. S. census, 83 yr. old widow, Margaret Yager, b. in Scotland, was living in San Bernardino, San Bernardino, CA. with her
62 yr. old married son, David B Moshier (Mogeau), b. in NY.
56 yr. old married daughter, Josephine M Ferguson, b. in CA.
52 yr. old married daughter, (head of household) Isabella M Herdman, a farmer on an orange farm, b. in CA.
Margaret immigrated to the U. S. in 1855 (1849) and was now a naturalized citizen.
David, Isabella and Josephine's father was born in Frankfort, Germany.
The San Bernardino County Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 2,
Wed., Sep. 7, 1921
IN THE SHADOWS
MRS. MARGARET YAGER
Just as the sunset shadows over the Cucamonga peaks were lengthening last night as she had watched them for 60 years, death stole in with the twilight and called for the spirit of Mrs. Margaret Yager, one of the mothers of the valley. The end came at her home on the Rialto bench, just at the top of the Fourth Street hill, where 50 years ago, Mrs. Yager and members of her family had taken up a homestead, reclaimed the land and for the half century it had been her home.
Her long illness had been marked by unusual devotion on the part of her daughters, three of whom have divided the time for years and sometimes two or three of them would be here at a time, coming from distant homes that they might render filial duty and care for their mother in her last days. For she would be contented no place else.
Mrs. Yager was a native of Glasgow, Scotland, born there 84 years ago. As a young woman, she came to California and for 60 years had been a resident of the valley, 50 years of that time on the land where she died. She was a woman to whom home meant everything; it was her sphere and beyond it there was little that interested her, and even in declining years the attractions of the homes of members of her family could not take the place of that which had been her own. So the daughters came to keep vigil with her to the end. At her bedside as the spirit took its flight last night were Mrs. N.J. Levinson and Mrs. H.H. Herdman of Portland, Ore., and Mrs. George Ferguson of Fresno. She is also survived by another daughter, Miss Winifred Yager, of Portland, and one son, W.G. Mogeau of Alaska.
Also she is survived by two brothers, former Mayor John A. Henderson of this city, and D.G. Henderson of Etiwanda, and by one sister, Mrs. W.B. Roberds, of San Jacinto.
The obsequies will be from the chapel of the Mark B. Shaw Company Thursday at 4 o'clock p.m. with interment in Mountain View cemetery.
San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 3, Col. 3
Fri., Sep. 9, 1921
MRS. MARGARET YAGER
Very simple services marked the funeral of Mrs. Margaret Yager, one of the oldest pioneers of the valley, when the last rites were held yesterday from the Mark B. Shaw undertaking parlors. The Rev. Mr. Shaw delivered the sermon, which dealt with the life of the pioneer woman. He eulogized her past and her love of family and home life, telling how she had come to California 60 years ago, and how she lived in the family home on the Rialto bench for the last 50 years.
Mrs. Yager was born in Scotland 84 years ago and came to California while still a young woman.
Four daughters and a son survive the pioneer mother. They are: Mrs. N. J. Levinson, Mrs. H. H. Herdman of Portland, Ore., Mrs. George Ferguson of Fresno, Miss Winifred Yager of Portland and W. G. Mogeau of Alaska.
Two brothers and a sister survive her:
former Mayor John A. Henderson and D. G. Henderson of Etiwanda;
Mrs. W. B. Roberds of San Jacinto.
The pall bearers were all members of her family, being Front Holcomb, Roy Ferguson, Sam Ferguson, James Cole, Robert Nish and Will Hancock.
Mrs. Josephine Mogeau Reed sang two of her favorite hymns, "Abide With Me" and "Nearer My God to Thee." Mrs. Reed is a grand-daughter of the deceased. Mrs. Leon Soden accompanied on the piano.
Interment was held in Mountain View Cemetery. Funeral arrangements were in charge of the Mark B. Shaw Company.
David Henderson, a coal miner, b. Dec. 28, 1811 in Muirkirk, East Ayshire, Scotland and d. 1849 in St. Louis County, MO. &
Margaret Ada (Adam) Henderson, b. Aug. 12, 1816 in Hamilton, Old Monkland, South Lanarkshire, Scotland and d. Aug. 12, 1900 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino county, CA.
Margaret & David Henderson's children were:
1) William McDonald Henderson, b. Nov. 17, 1833/34 in Coatbridge, North Lanarkshire, Scotland and d. Sep. 11, 1904 in Long Beach, Los Angeles county, CA. (William marr. Mary M. Winn)
2) Isabel/la Henderson Henderson, b. Mar. 10, 1835 in South lanarkshire, Scotland and d. Aug. 4, 1890 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino county, CA. Isabella marr. William Nish.
3) Margaret Victoria Henderson, b. Jul. 26, 1837 in Glasgow, Scotland and d. Sep. 6, 1921 in San Bernardino County, CA. She marr. Charles J. Mogeau and after his death, Henry C. Yager.
4) David Glen Henderson, b. Mar. 28, 1842 in New Monkland, North Lanarkshire, Scotland and d. Jul. 19, 1926 in Fontana, San Bernardino county, CA. He marr. Matilda Caroline Hawker.
5) Jeannette Adam Henderson, b. Jun. 7, 1844 in Calder, Old Monkland, North Lanarkshire, Scotland and d. Dec. 8, 1936 in Ontario, San Bernardino, CA. She marr. Thomas 'Tom' B. Walkinshaw, and later, William Brown Roberds of Corona, CA.
6) Mary Adam Henderson, b. May 27/31, 1848 in Scotland and d. May 24, 1904 in Los Angeles, Los Angeles county, CA. She marr. William Roberts Levick and then Thomas H. 'Tom' Ashcroft of Corona, CA.
7. Charles Henderson, who died as an infant.
*Note: After Margaret (Adam) Henderson's first husband, David Henderson died in St. Louis, MO. of a heat stroke (or cholera), Margaret became the plural wife of her sister Agnes' husband, John/James Easton. It was the Mormon custom that no woman of age remain unmarried, and this was most likely preferable to having a husband chosen for her by the Mormon Church. From this child, one child was born: John Alexander Easton who later changed his last name to Henderson. John Alexander Henderson was b. May 29, 1856 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino County, CA. and d. Mar. 28, 1938 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino County, CA.
In the Oct. 24, 1850 U. S. census, 13 yr. old Margaret Henderson, attending school, b. in England (Scotland), was living in St. Louis (South Half), St Louis county, MO. with her
34 yr. old (inferred) mother, Margaret Henderson, b. in England (Scotland)
8 yr. old (inferred) brother, David Henderson, attending school, b. in England (Scotland)
5 yr. old (inferred) sister, Jeannette Henderson, b. in "England" (Scotland)
3 yr. old (inferred) sister, Mary Henderson, b. in England (Scotland)
27 yr. old James Easton (Margaret Sr.'s brother-in-law and future husband), a miner, b. in England (Scotland)
27 yr. old Agnes Easton (Margaret Sr.'s sister), b. in England (Scotland)
2 yr. old Margaret Easton, b. in England (Scotland)
In 1858, Margaret Victoria Henderson married, first, Charles Joseph Mogeau (born 1825 in France and d. Aug. 25, 1867 in San Bernardino county, CA.).
Margaret & Charles Mogeau's children were:
1. David Burr Mogeau, b. 1858 in Salt Lake City, Salt Lake County, UT. and d. Jan. 13, 1921 in Rialto, San Bernardino County, CA.
2. Margaret Mogeau, b. Oct. 1861 in Salt Lake County, UT. and d. May 19, 1925 in Portland, OR. and was buried there according to her May 21, 1925 Daily Sun (San Bernardino) obituary. Margaret marr. Newman J. Levinson in Jan. 1899. He died in 1928 in OR.
3. Josephine Mogeau, b. Feb. 1863 in San Bernardino County, CA. and d. May 10, 1935. Josephine marr. George Augustus Ferguson in 1881.
4. William Graham Mogeau, b. Feb. 25, 1865 in San Bernardino County, CA. and d. Jun. 24, 1941 in Russellville, Multnomah County, OR.
5. Isabella "Belle" Mogeau, b. 1867 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino County, CA. and d. Jan. 6, 1939 in San Bernardino County, CA. Isabella marr. Hugh Henry Herdman.
In the 1860 U. S. census, 21 yr. old Margaret Mego (Mogeau), b. in Scotland, was living in Great Salt Lake City Ward 13, Salt Lake, Utah Territory with her
35 yr. old (inferred) husband, Charles Mego (Mogeau)
1 yr. old (inferred) son, David B Mego (Mogeau)
10 yr. old (inferred stepdaughter) Susan Mego (Mogeau)
19 yr. old Elizabeth Baxton
In the Jul. 15, 1870 U. S. census, 31 yr. old Margerta Moyo (Mogeau), keeping house, b. in Scotland, was living in San Bernardino township, San Bernardino, CA. with her
11 yr. old son, David Moyo (Mogeau), b. in UT.
9 yr. old daughter, Margerita Moyo (Mogeau), b. in UT.
7 yr. old daughter, Josephine Moyo (Mogeau), b. in UT.
5 yr. old son, William Moyo (Mogeau), b. in UT.
3 yr. old daughter, Isabella Moyo (Mogeau), b. in UT.
Margaret's parents were both of foreign birth.
Margaret's personal estate was valued at: $300
On Dec. 3, 1873, Margaret Victoria (Henderson) Mogeau and Henry Charles Yager were married in San Bernardino county, CA., according to CA. Select Marriages for 1850-1945 and the Western States Marriage Index, 1809-2016.
Henry Charles & Margaret Yager's children were:
1. Gertrude Henrietta Yager, b. in CA., b. Aug. 27, 1874 in Rialto Terrace, San Bernardino county, CA. and d. Nov. 14, 1918 in Rialto Terrace, San Bernardino County, CA.
2. Winifred Yager, b. May 5, 1878 in CA. and d. Aug. 6, 1972 in Kern County, CA.
In the Jun. 4, 1880 U. S. census, 41 yr. old Margaret Yager, keeping house, b. in Scotland, was living at 71 'D' St. in subdivision 63 of the town of San Bernardino, San Bernardino, CA. with her
39 yr. old husband, H. C. Yager, a stone mason, b. in Germany
19 yr. old daughter, Margaret Mogo (Mogeau), a school teacher, b. in UT.
16 yr. old daughter, Josephine Mogo (Mogeau), attending school, b. in CA.
14 yr. old son, William Mogo (Mogeau), b. in CA.
13 yr. old daughter, Isabella Mogo (Mogeau), b. in CA.
5 yr. old daughter, Gertrude Yager, b. in CA.
2 yr. old daughter, Winefred Yager, b. in CA.
Margaret's parents were both b. in Scotland.
H. C.'s parents were both born in Germany.
*Note: Henry Charles Yager, a marble cutter, b. in Germany, is listed in the
1882 CA. Voter's Register. He was living in San Bernardino and he was a naturalized citizen.
On Sep. 15, 1888, Margaret's husband, Henry Charles Yager, died in Tombstone, Cochise county, AZ.
The Daily Courier (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 3, Col. 3
Fri., Sep. 21, 1888
Item from: PERSONAL
H. C. Yager, a former townsman of San Bernardino, who for a number of years owned the marble works on Third street, died of cancer of the stomach at Tombstone, A. T. (Arizona territory), last Saturday.
In the Jun. 8, 1900 U. S. census, 61 yr. old widow (and head of household) Margaret Yager, b. Jul. 1838 in Scotland, was living on a farm she owned free and clear in Rialto, San Bernardino, CA. with her
23 yr. old unmarried daughter, Gertrude Yager, b. Aug. 1876 in CA.
22 yr. old unmarried daughter, Winnifred Yager, b. May 1878 in CA.
83 yr. old widowed mother, Margaret Henderson, b. Aug. 1816 in Scotland.
Margaret Yager's father was also b. in Scotland.
Margaret Yager was the mother of 8 children, only 7 still alive by this census.
Margaret Henderson was listed as the mother of 1 child, still alive - but she was actually the mother of 8 children, 6 still alive by this census (counting son John by 2nd 'husband', James Easton.
Two months later, Margaret's mother, Margaret Henderson died on Aug. 12, 1900
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 5, Col. 3
Sat., Aug. 14, 1900
PERSONAL
Mrs. Margaret Yager and daughters, the Misses Gertrude and Winifred Yager, leave today for a two weeks' stay at Long Beach. The Misses Yager, who have spent their vacation in San Bernardino, will soon be returning to Portland, for the opening of the schools.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 10, Col. 3
Wed., Sep. 12, 1900
Mrs. Margaret Yager, living on West Fourth street, beyond Lytle Creek, met with a serious accident Monday afternoon, a folding bed falling over on her, and crushing her to the floor. She will not be free from the effects of it for several weeks.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 5, Col. 3
Thu., Nov. 15, 1900
SEEK TO SETTLE ESTATE
Papers were filed yesterday on behalf of Mrs. Margaret Yager who petitions for letters of administration on the estate of Mrs. Margaret Henderson, who died August 12, 1900, leaving property to the value of $500, for which there has been no will found.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 5, Col. 3
Tue., Aug. 27, 1901
Item from: PERSONAL
Mrs. Margaret Yager and Miss Belle Mogeau left yesterday for the north. They go first to San Francisco, and thence to Portland, Oregon, where Miss Mogeau's school work begins soon. Mrs. Yager will be the guest of her daughter, Mrs. N. J. Levinson, for several months.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 5, Col. 3
Tue., May 29, 1906
Item from: PERSONAL
Mrs. Margaret Yager who has been visiting her daughter, Mrs. J. A. Ferguson, left last evening for Portland, Oregon, where she will spend the summer as the guest of Mrs. N. J. Levinson.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 6, Col. 2
Wed., Jun. 9, 1909
Item from: LOCAL SOCIAL NOTES
Mrs. George A. Ferguson of the Colton Terrace left last evening for the north to be present at the marriage of her son, Roy Noble Ferguson, and Miss Grace Majella Bodley, which will occur at the home of the bride's parents in San Jose on June 15.
Two other relatives of the groom will be present at the interesting event, as Miss Gertrude Yager and Miss Winifred lager of Portland, Oregon, both expect to meet Mrs. Ferguson in San Jose. Miss Winifred Yager, who is at the head of the English department in the Portland High School, will accompany Mrs. Ferguson on her return south and spend the summer with her mother, Mrs. Margaret Yager and other relatives, while her sister, Miss Winifred, will remain in Berkeley for the summer courses at the university.
Mr. Ferguson and his bride will come south during their wedding trip and San Bernardino relatives and friends of the groom will have an opportunity to extend their good wishes.
In the 1910 U. S. census, 71 yr. old widow, Margaret Yager, b. in Scotland, was living off her own income in a mortgaged home she owned on San Bernardino Ave. in San Bernardino, San Bernardino, CA. with her
35 yr. old unmarried daughter, Gertrude H Yager, a high school teacher, b. in CA.
30 yr. old unmarried Winifred Yager, a high school teacher, b. in CA.
Margaret immigrated to the U. S. in 1849
Margaret's parents were both b. in Scotland
Gertrude & Winifred's father was b. in Germany.
Margaret was the mother of 7 children, all still alive by this census.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 8, 1911
Sun., Apr. 16, 1911
Delightful Reception at the Yager Home
Mrs. Margaret Yager and her daughter, Mrs. N. J. Levinson of Fresno, received a company of their San Bernardino, Colton and neighborhood friends yesterday afternoon at an informal "at home" at Mrs. Yager's beautiful bungalow on the rialto bench, overlooking the valley.
A beautiful Easter setting was given the drawing room with masses of bridal wreath and the lovely flowering almond, while in the dining room the glorious coloring of the California poppy predominated. They adorned the refreshment table, laid with Mexican drawn work centerpiece, and brightened the buffet. Mrs. E. J. Mogeau poured coffee, and a tempting menu was served.
Afterwards the attention of the guests was drawn to the Easter table in the drawing room, with a festive combination of rabbits and chicks on an Easter frolic. A large nest in the center contained a varied collection of Easter eggs. Each guest registered a guess as to the number, a beautiful potted Easter fern being awarded to Miss Katherine Oliver, who made the nearest guess.
Mrs. Rex Goodcell and Miss Bessie Knappe cleverly read the palms of the guests during the afternoon, and prophesied future events, to the amusement and enlightenment of the guests.
Mrs. George A. Ferguson, Miss Gertrude Yager and Miss Marguerite Mogeau assisted in receiving and entertaining the company.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 5, Col. 3
Wed., Aug. 12, 1914
Item from: PERSONAL
Mrs. N. J. Levinson and her mother, Mrs. Margaret Yager, leave for Portland, Ore., this afternoon for an indefinite stay. Mrs. Levinson goes to be with Mr. Levinson, who is undergoing hospital treatment for his eyes, following a recent operation on one of them, the result of which is as yet in doubt.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 6, Col. 4
Fri., Jul. 14, 1916
Mrs. Yager Returns Home
Mrs. Margaret Yager, who has been visiting in Portland, Oregon, during the past year, returned home yesterday, being accompanied by her daughter, Mrs. N. J. Levinson of Portland, who will make a visit here with her relatives and many friends.
On Nov. 14, 1918, Margaret's daughter, Gertrude Yager died in Rialto Terrace, San Bernardino County, CA.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 6, Col. 4
Sat., Dec. 7, 1918
Item from: PERSONALS
Mrs. N. J. Levinson and Miss Winifred Yager have returned to their home in Portland, Oregon, taking their mother, Mrs. Margaret Yager with them. They were called south on account of the death of their sister, Miss Gertrude Yager.
In the 1920 U. S. census, 83 yr. old widow, Margaret Yager, b. in Scotland, was living in San Bernardino, San Bernardino, CA. with her
62 yr. old married son, David B Moshier (Mogeau), b. in NY.
56 yr. old married daughter, Josephine M Ferguson, b. in CA.
52 yr. old married daughter, (head of household) Isabella M Herdman, a farmer on an orange farm, b. in CA.
Margaret immigrated to the U. S. in 1855 (1849) and was now a naturalized citizen.
David, Isabella and Josephine's father was born in Frankfort, Germany.
The San Bernardino County Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 2,
Wed., Sep. 7, 1921
IN THE SHADOWS
MRS. MARGARET YAGER
Just as the sunset shadows over the Cucamonga peaks were lengthening last night as she had watched them for 60 years, death stole in with the twilight and called for the spirit of Mrs. Margaret Yager, one of the mothers of the valley. The end came at her home on the Rialto bench, just at the top of the Fourth Street hill, where 50 years ago, Mrs. Yager and members of her family had taken up a homestead, reclaimed the land and for the half century it had been her home.
Her long illness had been marked by unusual devotion on the part of her daughters, three of whom have divided the time for years and sometimes two or three of them would be here at a time, coming from distant homes that they might render filial duty and care for their mother in her last days. For she would be contented no place else.
Mrs. Yager was a native of Glasgow, Scotland, born there 84 years ago. As a young woman, she came to California and for 60 years had been a resident of the valley, 50 years of that time on the land where she died. She was a woman to whom home meant everything; it was her sphere and beyond it there was little that interested her, and even in declining years the attractions of the homes of members of her family could not take the place of that which had been her own. So the daughters came to keep vigil with her to the end. At her bedside as the spirit took its flight last night were Mrs. N.J. Levinson and Mrs. H.H. Herdman of Portland, Ore., and Mrs. George Ferguson of Fresno. She is also survived by another daughter, Miss Winifred Yager, of Portland, and one son, W.G. Mogeau of Alaska.
Also she is survived by two brothers, former Mayor John A. Henderson of this city, and D.G. Henderson of Etiwanda, and by one sister, Mrs. W.B. Roberds, of San Jacinto.
The obsequies will be from the chapel of the Mark B. Shaw Company Thursday at 4 o'clock p.m. with interment in Mountain View cemetery.
San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 3, Col. 3
Fri., Sep. 9, 1921
MRS. MARGARET YAGER
Very simple services marked the funeral of Mrs. Margaret Yager, one of the oldest pioneers of the valley, when the last rites were held yesterday from the Mark B. Shaw undertaking parlors. The Rev. Mr. Shaw delivered the sermon, which dealt with the life of the pioneer woman. He eulogized her past and her love of family and home life, telling how she had come to California 60 years ago, and how she lived in the family home on the Rialto bench for the last 50 years.
Mrs. Yager was born in Scotland 84 years ago and came to California while still a young woman.
Four daughters and a son survive the pioneer mother. They are: Mrs. N. J. Levinson, Mrs. H. H. Herdman of Portland, Ore., Mrs. George Ferguson of Fresno, Miss Winifred Yager of Portland and W. G. Mogeau of Alaska.
Two brothers and a sister survive her:
former Mayor John A. Henderson and D. G. Henderson of Etiwanda;
Mrs. W. B. Roberds of San Jacinto.
The pall bearers were all members of her family, being Front Holcomb, Roy Ferguson, Sam Ferguson, James Cole, Robert Nish and Will Hancock.
Mrs. Josephine Mogeau Reed sang two of her favorite hymns, "Abide With Me" and "Nearer My God to Thee." Mrs. Reed is a grand-daughter of the deceased. Mrs. Leon Soden accompanied on the piano.
Interment was held in Mountain View Cemetery. Funeral arrangements were in charge of the Mark B. Shaw Company.
Margaret's parents were:
David Henderson, a coal miner, b. Dec. 28, 1811 in Muirkirk, East Ayshire, Scotland and d. 1849 in St. Louis County, MO. &
Margaret Ada (Adam) Henderson, b. Aug. 12, 1816 in Hamilton, Old Monkland, South Lanarkshire, Scotland and d. Aug. 12, 1900 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino county, CA.
Margaret & David Henderson's children were:
1) William McDonald Henderson, b. Nov. 17, 1833/34 in Coatbridge, North Lanarkshire, Scotland and d. Sep. 11, 1904 in Long Beach, Los Angeles county, CA. (William marr. Mary M. Winn)
2) Isabel/la Henderson Henderson, b. Mar. 10, 1835 in South lanarkshire, Scotland and d. Aug. 4, 1890 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino county, CA. Isabella marr. William Nish.
3) Margaret Victoria Henderson, b. Jul. 26, 1837 in Glasgow, Scotland and d. Sep. 6, 1921 in San Bernardino County, CA. She marr. Charles J. Mogeau and after his death, Henry C. Yager.
4) David Glen Henderson, b. Mar. 28, 1842 in New Monkland, North Lanarkshire, Scotland and d. Jul. 19, 1926 in Fontana, San Bernardino county, CA. He marr. Matilda Caroline Hawker.
5) Jeannette Adam Henderson, b. Jun. 7, 1844 in Calder, Old Monkland, North Lanarkshire, Scotland and d. Dec. 8, 1936 in Ontario, San Bernardino, CA. She marr. Thomas 'Tom' B. Walkinshaw, and later, William Brown Roberds of Corona, CA.
6) Mary Adam Henderson, b. May 27/31, 1848 in Scotland and d. May 24, 1904 in Los Angeles, Los Angeles county, CA. She marr. William Roberts Levick and then Thomas H. 'Tom' Ashcroft of Corona, CA.
7. Charles Henderson, who died as an infant.
*Note: After Margaret (Adam) Henderson's first husband, David Henderson died in St. Louis, MO. of a heat stroke (or cholera), Margaret became the plural wife of her sister Agnes' husband, John/James Easton. It was the Mormon custom that no woman of age remain unmarried, and this was most likely preferable to having a husband chosen for her by the Mormon Church. From this child, one child was born: John Alexander Easton who later changed his last name to Henderson. John Alexander Henderson was b. May 29, 1856 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino County, CA. and d. Mar. 28, 1938 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino County, CA.
In the Oct. 24, 1850 U. S. census, 13 yr. old Margaret Henderson, attending school, b. in England (Scotland), was living in St. Louis (South Half), St Louis county, MO. with her
34 yr. old (inferred) mother, Margaret Henderson, b. in England (Scotland)
8 yr. old (inferred) brother, David Henderson, attending school, b. in England (Scotland)
5 yr. old (inferred) sister, Jeannette Henderson, b. in "England" (Scotland)
3 yr. old (inferred) sister, Mary Henderson, b. in England (Scotland)
27 yr. old James Easton (Margaret Sr.'s brother-in-law and future husband), a miner, b. in England (Scotland)
27 yr. old Agnes Easton (Margaret Sr.'s sister), b. in England (Scotland)
2 yr. old Margaret Easton, b. in England (Scotland)
In 1858, Margaret Victoria Henderson married, first, Charles Joseph Mogeau (born 1825 in France and d. Aug. 25, 1867 in San Bernardino county, CA.).
Margaret & Charles Mogeau's children were:
1. David Burr Mogeau, b. 1858 in Salt Lake City, Salt Lake County, UT. and d. Jan. 13, 1921 in Rialto, San Bernardino County, CA.
2. Margaret Mogeau, b. Oct. 1861 in Salt Lake County, UT. and d. May 19, 1925 in Portland, OR. and was buried there according to her May 21, 1925 Daily Sun (San Bernardino) obituary. Margaret marr. Newman J. Levinson in Jan. 1899. He died in 1928 in OR.
3. Josephine Mogeau, b. Feb. 1863 in San Bernardino County, CA. and d. May 10, 1935. Josephine marr. George Augustus Ferguson in 1881.
4. William Graham Mogeau, b. Feb. 25, 1865 in San Bernardino County, CA. and d. Jun. 24, 1941 in Russellville, Multnomah County, OR.
5. Isabella "Belle" Mogeau, b. 1867 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino County, CA. and d. Jan. 6, 1939 in San Bernardino County, CA. Isabella marr. Hugh Henry Herdman.
In the 1860 U. S. census, 21 yr. old Margaret Mego (Mogeau), b. in Scotland, was living in Great Salt Lake City Ward 13, Salt Lake, Utah Territory with her
35 yr. old (inferred) husband, Charles Mego (Mogeau)
1 yr. old (inferred) son, David B Mego (Mogeau)
10 yr. old (inferred stepdaughter) Susan Mego (Mogeau)
19 yr. old Elizabeth Baxton
In the Jul. 15, 1870 U. S. census, 31 yr. old Margerta Moyo (Mogeau), keeping house, b. in Scotland, was living in San Bernardino township, San Bernardino, CA. with her
11 yr. old son, David Moyo (Mogeau), b. in UT.
9 yr. old daughter, Margerita Moyo (Mogeau), b. in UT.
7 yr. old daughter, Josephine Moyo (Mogeau), b. in UT.
5 yr. old son, William Moyo (Mogeau), b. in UT.
3 yr. old daughter, Isabella Moyo (Mogeau), b. in UT.
Margaret's parents were both of foreign birth.
Margaret's personal estate was valued at: $300
On Dec. 3, 1873, Margaret Victoria (Henderson) Mogeau and Henry Charles Yager were married in San Bernardino county, CA., according to CA. Select Marriages for 1850-1945 and the Western States Marriage Index, 1809-2016.
Henry Charles & Margaret Yager's children were:
1. Gertrude Henrietta Yager, b. in CA., b. Aug. 27, 1874 in Rialto Terrace, San Bernardino county, CA. and d. Nov. 14, 1918 in Rialto Terrace, San Bernardino County, CA.
2. Winifred Yager, b. May 5, 1878 in CA. and d. Aug. 6, 1972 in Kern County, CA.
In the Jun. 4, 1880 U. S. census, 41 yr. old Margaret Yager, keeping house, b. in Scotland, was living at 71 'D' St. in subdivision 63 of the town of San Bernardino, San Bernardino, CA. with her
39 yr. old husband, H. C. Yager, a stone mason, b. in Germany
19 yr. old daughter, Margaret Mogo (Mogeau), a school teacher, b. in UT.
16 yr. old daughter, Josephine Mogo (Mogeau), attending school, b. in CA.
14 yr. old son, William Mogo (Mogeau), b. in CA.
13 yr. old daughter, Isabella Mogo (Mogeau), b. in CA.
5 yr. old daughter, Gertrude Yager, b. in CA.
2 yr. old daughter, Winefred Yager, b. in CA.
Margaret's parents were both b. in Scotland.
H. C.'s parents were both born in Germany.
*Note: Henry Charles Yager, a marble cutter, b. in Germany, is listed in the
1882 CA. Voter's Register. He was living in San Bernardino and he was a naturalized citizen.
On Sep. 15, 1888, Margaret's husband, Henry Charles Yager, died in Tombstone, Cochise county, AZ.
The Daily Courier (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 3, Col. 3
Fri., Sep. 21, 1888
Item from: PERSONAL
H. C. Yager, a former townsman of San Bernardino, who for a number of years owned the marble works on Third street, died of cancer of the stomach at Tombstone, A. T. (Arizona territory), last Saturday.
In the Jun. 8, 1900 U. S. census, 61 yr. old widow (and head of household) Margaret Yager, b. Jul. 1838 in Scotland, was living on a farm she owned free and clear in Rialto, San Bernardino, CA. with her
23 yr. old unmarried daughter, Gertrude Yager, b. Aug. 1876 in CA.
22 yr. old unmarried daughter, Winnifred Yager, b. May 1878 in CA.
83 yr. old widowed mother, Margaret Henderson, b. Aug. 1816 in Scotland.
Margaret Yager's father was also b. in Scotland.
Margaret Yager was the mother of 8 children, only 7 still alive by this census.
Margaret Henderson was listed as the mother of 1 child, still alive - but she was actually the mother of 8 children, 6 still alive by this census (counting son John by 2nd 'husband', James Easton.
Two months later, Margaret's mother, Margaret Henderson died on Aug. 12, 1900
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 5, Col. 3
Sat., Aug. 14, 1900
PERSONAL
Mrs. Margaret Yager and daughters, the Misses Gertrude and Winifred Yager, leave today for a two weeks' stay at Long Beach. The Misses Yager, who have spent their vacation in San Bernardino, will soon be returning to Portland, for the opening of the schools.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 10, Col. 3
Wed., Sep. 12, 1900
Mrs. Margaret Yager, living on West Fourth street, beyond Lytle Creek, met with a serious accident Monday afternoon, a folding bed falling over on her, and crushing her to the floor. She will not be free from the effects of it for several weeks.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 5, Col. 3
Thu., Nov. 15, 1900
SEEK TO SETTLE ESTATE
Papers were filed yesterday on behalf of Mrs. Margaret Yager who petitions for letters of administration on the estate of Mrs. Margaret Henderson, who died August 12, 1900, leaving property to the value of $500, for which there has been no will found.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 5, Col. 3
Tue., Aug. 27, 1901
Item from: PERSONAL
Mrs. Margaret Yager and Miss Belle Mogeau left yesterday for the north. They go first to San Francisco, and thence to Portland, Oregon, where Miss Mogeau's school work begins soon. Mrs. Yager will be the guest of her daughter, Mrs. N. J. Levinson, for several months.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 5, Col. 3
Tue., May 29, 1906
Item from: PERSONAL
Mrs. Margaret Yager who has been visiting her daughter, Mrs. J. A. Ferguson, left last evening for Portland, Oregon, where she will spend the summer as the guest of Mrs. N. J. Levinson.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 6, Col. 2
Wed., Jun. 9, 1909
Item from: LOCAL SOCIAL NOTES
Mrs. George A. Ferguson of the Colton Terrace left last evening for the north to be present at the marriage of her son, Roy Noble Ferguson, and Miss Grace Majella Bodley, which will occur at the home of the bride's parents in San Jose on June 15.
Two other relatives of the groom will be present at the interesting event, as Miss Gertrude Yager and Miss Winifred lager of Portland, Oregon, both expect to meet Mrs. Ferguson in San Jose. Miss Winifred Yager, who is at the head of the English department in the Portland High School, will accompany Mrs. Ferguson on her return south and spend the summer with her mother, Mrs. Margaret Yager and other relatives, while her sister, Miss Winifred, will remain in Berkeley for the summer courses at the university.
Mr. Ferguson and his bride will come south during their wedding trip and San Bernardino relatives and friends of the groom will have an opportunity to extend their good wishes.
In the 1910 U. S. census, 71 yr. old widow, Margaret Yager, b. in Scotland, was living off her own income in a mortgaged home she owned on San Bernardino Ave. in San Bernardino, San Bernardino, CA. with her
35 yr. old unmarried daughter, Gertrude H Yager, a high school teacher, b. in CA.
30 yr. old unmarried Winifred Yager, a high school teacher, b. in CA.
Margaret immigrated to the U. S. in 1849
Margaret's parents were both b. in Scotland
Gertrude & Winifred's father was b. in Germany.
Margaret was the mother of 7 children, all still alive by this census.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 8, 1911
Sun., Apr. 16, 1911
Delightful Reception at the Yager Home
Mrs. Margaret Yager and her daughter, Mrs. N. J. Levinson of Fresno, received a company of their San Bernardino, Colton and neighborhood friends yesterday afternoon at an informal "at home" at Mrs. Yager's beautiful bungalow on the rialto bench, overlooking the valley.
A beautiful Easter setting was given the drawing room with masses of bridal wreath and the lovely flowering almond, while in the dining room the glorious coloring of the California poppy predominated. They adorned the refreshment table, laid with Mexican drawn work centerpiece, and brightened the buffet. Mrs. E. J. Mogeau poured coffee, and a tempting menu was served.
Afterwards the attention of the guests was drawn to the Easter table in the drawing room, with a festive combination of rabbits and chicks on an Easter frolic. A large nest in the center contained a varied collection of Easter eggs. Each guest registered a guess as to the number, a beautiful potted Easter fern being awarded to Miss Katherine Oliver, who made the nearest guess.
Mrs. Rex Goodcell and Miss Bessie Knappe cleverly read the palms of the guests during the afternoon, and prophesied future events, to the amusement and enlightenment of the guests.
Mrs. George A. Ferguson, Miss Gertrude Yager and Miss Marguerite Mogeau assisted in receiving and entertaining the company.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 5, Col. 3
Wed., Aug. 12, 1914
Item from: PERSONAL
Mrs. N. J. Levinson and her mother, Mrs. Margaret Yager, leave for Portland, Ore., this afternoon for an indefinite stay. Mrs. Levinson goes to be with Mr. Levinson, who is undergoing hospital treatment for his eyes, following a recent operation on one of them, the result of which is as yet in doubt.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 6, Col. 4
Fri., Jul. 14, 1916
Mrs. Yager Returns Home
Mrs. Margaret Yager, who has been visiting in Portland, Oregon, during the past year, returned home yesterday, being accompanied by her daughter, Mrs. N. J. Levinson of Portland, who will make a visit here with her relatives and many friends.
On Nov. 14, 1918, Margaret's daughter, Gertrude Yager died in Rialto Terrace, San Bernardino County, CA.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 6, Col. 4
Sat., Dec. 7, 1918
Item from: PERSONALS
Mrs. N. J. Levinson and Miss Winifred Yager have returned to their home in Portland, Oregon, taking their mother, Mrs. Margaret Yager with them. They were called south on account of the death of their sister, Miss Gertrude Yager.
In the 1920 U. S. census, 83 yr. old widow, Margaret Yager, b. in Scotland, was living in San Bernardino, San Bernardino, CA. with her
62 yr. old married son, David B Moshier (Mogeau), b. in NY.
56 yr. old married daughter, Josephine M Ferguson, b. in CA.
52 yr. old married daughter, (head of household) Isabella M Herdman, a farmer on an orange farm, b. in CA.
Margaret immigrated to the U. S. in 1855 (1849) and was now a naturalized citizen.
David, Isabella and Josephine's father was born in Frankfort, Germany.
The San Bernardino County Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 2,
Wed., Sep. 7, 1921
IN THE SHADOWS
MRS. MARGARET YAGER
Just as the sunset shadows over the Cucamonga peaks were lengthening last night as she had watched them for 60 years, death stole in with the twilight and called for the spirit of Mrs. Margaret Yager, one of the mothers of the valley. The end came at her home on the Rialto bench, just at the top of the Fourth Street hill, where 50 years ago, Mrs. Yager and members of her family had taken up a homestead, reclaimed the land and for the half century it had been her home.
Her long illness had been marked by unusual devotion on the part of her daughters, three of whom have divided the time for years and sometimes two or three of them would be here at a time, coming from distant homes that they might render filial duty and care for their mother in her last days. For she would be contented no place else.
Mrs. Yager was a native of Glasgow, Scotland, born there 84 years ago. As a young woman, she came to California and for 60 years had been a resident of the valley, 50 years of that time on the land where she died. She was a woman to whom home meant everything; it was her sphere and beyond it there was little that interested her, and even in declining years the attractions of the homes of members of her family could not take the place of that which had been her own. So the daughters came to keep vigil with her to the end. At her bedside as the spirit took its flight last night were Mrs. N.J. Levinson and Mrs. H.H. Herdman of Portland, Ore., and Mrs. George Ferguson of Fresno. She is also survived by another daughter, Miss Winifred Yager, of Portland, and one son, W.G. Mogeau of Alaska.
Also she is survived by two brothers, former Mayor John A. Henderson of this city, and D.G. Henderson of Etiwanda, and by one sister, Mrs. W.B. Roberds, of San Jacinto.
The obsequies will be from the chapel of the Mark B. Shaw Company Thursday at 4 o'clock p.m. with interment in Mountain View cemetery.
San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 3, Col. 3
Fri., Sep. 9, 1921
MRS. MARGARET YAGER
Very simple services marked the funeral of Mrs. Margaret Yager, one of the oldest pioneers of the valley, when the last rites were held yesterday from the Mark B. Shaw undertaking parlors. The Rev. Mr. Shaw delivered the sermon, which dealt with the life of the pioneer woman. He eulogized her past and her love of family and home life, telling how she had come to California 60 years ago, and how she lived in the family home on the Rialto bench for the last 50 years.
Mrs. Yager was born in Scotland 84 years ago and came to California while still a young woman.
Four daughters and a son survive the pioneer mother. They are: Mrs. N. J. Levinson, Mrs. H. H. Herdman of Portland, Ore., Mrs. George Ferguson of Fresno, Miss Winifred Yager of Portland and W. G. Mogeau of Alaska.
Two brothers and a sister survive her:
former Mayor John A. Henderson and D. G. Henderson of Etiwanda;
Mrs. W. B. Roberds of San Jacinto.
The pall bearers were all members of her family, being Front Holcomb, Roy Ferguson, Sam Ferguson, James Cole, Robert Nish and Will Hancock.
Mrs. Josephine Mogeau Reed sang two of her favorite hymns, "Abide With Me" and "Nearer My God to Thee." Mrs. Reed is a grand-daughter of the deceased. Mrs. Leon Soden accompanied on the piano.
Interment was held in Mountain View Cemetery. Funeral arrangements were in charge of the Mark B. Shaw Company.
David Henderson, a coal miner, b. Dec. 28, 1811 in Muirkirk, East Ayshire, Scotland and d. 1849 in St. Louis County, MO. &
Margaret Ada (Adam) Henderson, b. Aug. 12, 1816 in Hamilton, Old Monkland, South Lanarkshire, Scotland and d. Aug. 12, 1900 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino county, CA.
Margaret & David Henderson's children were:
1) William McDonald Henderson, b. Nov. 17, 1833/34 in Coatbridge, North Lanarkshire, Scotland and d. Sep. 11, 1904 in Long Beach, Los Angeles county, CA. (William marr. Mary M. Winn)
2) Isabel/la Henderson Henderson, b. Mar. 10, 1835 in South lanarkshire, Scotland and d. Aug. 4, 1890 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino county, CA. Isabella marr. William Nish.
3) Margaret Victoria Henderson, b. Jul. 26, 1837 in Glasgow, Scotland and d. Sep. 6, 1921 in San Bernardino County, CA. She marr. Charles J. Mogeau and after his death, Henry C. Yager.
4) David Glen Henderson, b. Mar. 28, 1842 in New Monkland, North Lanarkshire, Scotland and d. Jul. 19, 1926 in Fontana, San Bernardino county, CA. He marr. Matilda Caroline Hawker.
5) Jeannette Adam Henderson, b. Jun. 7, 1844 in Calder, Old Monkland, North Lanarkshire, Scotland and d. Dec. 8, 1936 in Ontario, San Bernardino, CA. She marr. Thomas 'Tom' B. Walkinshaw, and later, William Brown Roberds of Corona, CA.
6) Mary Adam Henderson, b. May 27/31, 1848 in Scotland and d. May 24, 1904 in Los Angeles, Los Angeles county, CA. She marr. William Roberts Levick and then Thomas H. 'Tom' Ashcroft of Corona, CA.
7. Charles Henderson, who died as an infant.
*Note: After Margaret (Adam) Henderson's first husband, David Henderson died in St. Louis, MO. of a heat stroke (or cholera), Margaret became the plural wife of her sister Agnes' husband, John/James Easton. It was the Mormon custom that no woman of age remain unmarried, and this was most likely preferable to having a husband chosen for her by the Mormon Church. From this child, one child was born: John Alexander Easton who later changed his last name to Henderson. John Alexander Henderson was b. May 29, 1856 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino County, CA. and d. Mar. 28, 1938 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino County, CA.
In the Oct. 24, 1850 U. S. census, 13 yr. old Margaret Henderson, attending school, b. in England (Scotland), was living in St. Louis (South Half), St Louis county, MO. with her
34 yr. old (inferred) mother, Margaret Henderson, b. in England (Scotland)
8 yr. old (inferred) brother, David Henderson, attending school, b. in England (Scotland)
5 yr. old (inferred) sister, Jeannette Henderson, b. in "England" (Scotland)
3 yr. old (inferred) sister, Mary Henderson, b. in England (Scotland)
27 yr. old James Easton (Margaret Sr.'s brother-in-law and future husband), a miner, b. in England (Scotland)
27 yr. old Agnes Easton (Margaret Sr.'s sister), b. in England (Scotland)
2 yr. old Margaret Easton, b. in England (Scotland)
In 1858, Margaret Victoria Henderson married, first, Charles Joseph Mogeau (born 1825 in France and d. Aug. 25, 1867 in San Bernardino county, CA.).
Margaret & Charles Mogeau's children were:
1. David Burr Mogeau, b. 1858 in Salt Lake City, Salt Lake County, UT. and d. Jan. 13, 1921 in Rialto, San Bernardino County, CA.
2. Margaret Mogeau, b. Oct. 1861 in Salt Lake County, UT. and d. May 19, 1925 in Portland, OR. and was buried there according to her May 21, 1925 Daily Sun (San Bernardino) obituary. Margaret marr. Newman J. Levinson in Jan. 1899. He died in 1928 in OR.
3. Josephine Mogeau, b. Feb. 1863 in San Bernardino County, CA. and d. May 10, 1935. Josephine marr. George Augustus Ferguson in 1881.
4. William Graham Mogeau, b. Feb. 25, 1865 in San Bernardino County, CA. and d. Jun. 24, 1941 in Russellville, Multnomah County, OR.
5. Isabella "Belle" Mogeau, b. 1867 in San Bernardino, San Bernardino County, CA. and d. Jan. 6, 1939 in San Bernardino County, CA. Isabella marr. Hugh Henry Herdman.
In the 1860 U. S. census, 21 yr. old Margaret Mego (Mogeau), b. in Scotland, was living in Great Salt Lake City Ward 13, Salt Lake, Utah Territory with her
35 yr. old (inferred) husband, Charles Mego (Mogeau)
1 yr. old (inferred) son, David B Mego (Mogeau)
10 yr. old (inferred stepdaughter) Susan Mego (Mogeau)
19 yr. old Elizabeth Baxton
In the Jul. 15, 1870 U. S. census, 31 yr. old Margerta Moyo (Mogeau), keeping house, b. in Scotland, was living in San Bernardino township, San Bernardino, CA. with her
11 yr. old son, David Moyo (Mogeau), b. in UT.
9 yr. old daughter, Margerita Moyo (Mogeau), b. in UT.
7 yr. old daughter, Josephine Moyo (Mogeau), b. in UT.
5 yr. old son, William Moyo (Mogeau), b. in UT.
3 yr. old daughter, Isabella Moyo (Mogeau), b. in UT.
Margaret's parents were both of foreign birth.
Margaret's personal estate was valued at: $300
On Dec. 3, 1873, Margaret Victoria (Henderson) Mogeau and Henry Charles Yager were married in San Bernardino county, CA., according to CA. Select Marriages for 1850-1945 and the Western States Marriage Index, 1809-2016.
Henry Charles & Margaret Yager's children were:
1. Gertrude Henrietta Yager, b. in CA., b. Aug. 27, 1874 in Rialto Terrace, San Bernardino county, CA. and d. Nov. 14, 1918 in Rialto Terrace, San Bernardino County, CA.
2. Winifred Yager, b. May 5, 1878 in CA. and d. Aug. 6, 1972 in Kern County, CA.
In the Jun. 4, 1880 U. S. census, 41 yr. old Margaret Yager, keeping house, b. in Scotland, was living at 71 'D' St. in subdivision 63 of the town of San Bernardino, San Bernardino, CA. with her
39 yr. old husband, H. C. Yager, a stone mason, b. in Germany
19 yr. old daughter, Margaret Mogo (Mogeau), a school teacher, b. in UT.
16 yr. old daughter, Josephine Mogo (Mogeau), attending school, b. in CA.
14 yr. old son, William Mogo (Mogeau), b. in CA.
13 yr. old daughter, Isabella Mogo (Mogeau), b. in CA.
5 yr. old daughter, Gertrude Yager, b. in CA.
2 yr. old daughter, Winefred Yager, b. in CA.
Margaret's parents were both b. in Scotland.
H. C.'s parents were both born in Germany.
*Note: Henry Charles Yager, a marble cutter, b. in Germany, is listed in the
1882 CA. Voter's Register. He was living in San Bernardino and he was a naturalized citizen.
On Sep. 15, 1888, Margaret's husband, Henry Charles Yager, died in Tombstone, Cochise county, AZ.
The Daily Courier (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 3, Col. 3
Fri., Sep. 21, 1888
Item from: PERSONAL
H. C. Yager, a former townsman of San Bernardino, who for a number of years owned the marble works on Third street, died of cancer of the stomach at Tombstone, A. T. (Arizona territory), last Saturday.
In the Jun. 8, 1900 U. S. census, 61 yr. old widow (and head of household) Margaret Yager, b. Jul. 1838 in Scotland, was living on a farm she owned free and clear in Rialto, San Bernardino, CA. with her
23 yr. old unmarried daughter, Gertrude Yager, b. Aug. 1876 in CA.
22 yr. old unmarried daughter, Winnifred Yager, b. May 1878 in CA.
83 yr. old widowed mother, Margaret Henderson, b. Aug. 1816 in Scotland.
Margaret Yager's father was also b. in Scotland.
Margaret Yager was the mother of 8 children, only 7 still alive by this census.
Margaret Henderson was listed as the mother of 1 child, still alive - but she was actually the mother of 8 children, 6 still alive by this census (counting son John by 2nd 'husband', James Easton.
Two months later, Margaret's mother, Margaret Henderson died on Aug. 12, 1900
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 5, Col. 3
Sat., Aug. 14, 1900
PERSONAL
Mrs. Margaret Yager and daughters, the Misses Gertrude and Winifred Yager, leave today for a two weeks' stay at Long Beach. The Misses Yager, who have spent their vacation in San Bernardino, will soon be returning to Portland, for the opening of the schools.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 10, Col. 3
Wed., Sep. 12, 1900
Mrs. Margaret Yager, living on West Fourth street, beyond Lytle Creek, met with a serious accident Monday afternoon, a folding bed falling over on her, and crushing her to the floor. She will not be free from the effects of it for several weeks.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 5, Col. 3
Thu., Nov. 15, 1900
SEEK TO SETTLE ESTATE
Papers were filed yesterday on behalf of Mrs. Margaret Yager who petitions for letters of administration on the estate of Mrs. Margaret Henderson, who died August 12, 1900, leaving property to the value of $500, for which there has been no will found.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 5, Col. 3
Tue., Aug. 27, 1901
Item from: PERSONAL
Mrs. Margaret Yager and Miss Belle Mogeau left yesterday for the north. They go first to San Francisco, and thence to Portland, Oregon, where Miss Mogeau's school work begins soon. Mrs. Yager will be the guest of her daughter, Mrs. N. J. Levinson, for several months.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 5, Col. 3
Tue., May 29, 1906
Item from: PERSONAL
Mrs. Margaret Yager who has been visiting her daughter, Mrs. J. A. Ferguson, left last evening for Portland, Oregon, where she will spend the summer as the guest of Mrs. N. J. Levinson.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 6, Col. 2
Wed., Jun. 9, 1909
Item from: LOCAL SOCIAL NOTES
Mrs. George A. Ferguson of the Colton Terrace left last evening for the north to be present at the marriage of her son, Roy Noble Ferguson, and Miss Grace Majella Bodley, which will occur at the home of the bride's parents in San Jose on June 15.
Two other relatives of the groom will be present at the interesting event, as Miss Gertrude Yager and Miss Winifred lager of Portland, Oregon, both expect to meet Mrs. Ferguson in San Jose. Miss Winifred Yager, who is at the head of the English department in the Portland High School, will accompany Mrs. Ferguson on her return south and spend the summer with her mother, Mrs. Margaret Yager and other relatives, while her sister, Miss Winifred, will remain in Berkeley for the summer courses at the university.
Mr. Ferguson and his bride will come south during their wedding trip and San Bernardino relatives and friends of the groom will have an opportunity to extend their good wishes.
In the 1910 U. S. census, 71 yr. old widow, Margaret Yager, b. in Scotland, was living off her own income in a mortgaged home she owned on San Bernardino Ave. in San Bernardino, San Bernardino, CA. with her
35 yr. old unmarried daughter, Gertrude H Yager, a high school teacher, b. in CA.
30 yr. old unmarried Winifred Yager, a high school teacher, b. in CA.
Margaret immigrated to the U. S. in 1849
Margaret's parents were both b. in Scotland
Gertrude & Winifred's father was b. in Germany.
Margaret was the mother of 7 children, all still alive by this census.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 8, 1911
Sun., Apr. 16, 1911
Delightful Reception at the Yager Home
Mrs. Margaret Yager and her daughter, Mrs. N. J. Levinson of Fresno, received a company of their San Bernardino, Colton and neighborhood friends yesterday afternoon at an informal "at home" at Mrs. Yager's beautiful bungalow on the rialto bench, overlooking the valley.
A beautiful Easter setting was given the drawing room with masses of bridal wreath and the lovely flowering almond, while in the dining room the glorious coloring of the California poppy predominated. They adorned the refreshment table, laid with Mexican drawn work centerpiece, and brightened the buffet. Mrs. E. J. Mogeau poured coffee, and a tempting menu was served.
Afterwards the attention of the guests was drawn to the Easter table in the drawing room, with a festive combination of rabbits and chicks on an Easter frolic. A large nest in the center contained a varied collection of Easter eggs. Each guest registered a guess as to the number, a beautiful potted Easter fern being awarded to Miss Katherine Oliver, who made the nearest guess.
Mrs. Rex Goodcell and Miss Bessie Knappe cleverly read the palms of the guests during the afternoon, and prophesied future events, to the amusement and enlightenment of the guests.
Mrs. George A. Ferguson, Miss Gertrude Yager and Miss Marguerite Mogeau assisted in receiving and entertaining the company.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 5, Col. 3
Wed., Aug. 12, 1914
Item from: PERSONAL
Mrs. N. J. Levinson and her mother, Mrs. Margaret Yager, leave for Portland, Ore., this afternoon for an indefinite stay. Mrs. Levinson goes to be with Mr. Levinson, who is undergoing hospital treatment for his eyes, following a recent operation on one of them, the result of which is as yet in doubt.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 6, Col. 4
Fri., Jul. 14, 1916
Mrs. Yager Returns Home
Mrs. Margaret Yager, who has been visiting in Portland, Oregon, during the past year, returned home yesterday, being accompanied by her daughter, Mrs. N. J. Levinson of Portland, who will make a visit here with her relatives and many friends.
On Nov. 14, 1918, Margaret's daughter, Gertrude Yager died in Rialto Terrace, San Bernardino County, CA.
The San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 6, Col. 4
Sat., Dec. 7, 1918
Item from: PERSONALS
Mrs. N. J. Levinson and Miss Winifred Yager have returned to their home in Portland, Oregon, taking their mother, Mrs. Margaret Yager with them. They were called south on account of the death of their sister, Miss Gertrude Yager.
In the 1920 U. S. census, 83 yr. old widow, Margaret Yager, b. in Scotland, was living in San Bernardino, San Bernardino, CA. with her
62 yr. old married son, David B Moshier (Mogeau), b. in NY.
56 yr. old married daughter, Josephine M Ferguson, b. in CA.
52 yr. old married daughter, (head of household) Isabella M Herdman, a farmer on an orange farm, b. in CA.
Margaret immigrated to the U. S. in 1855 (1849) and was now a naturalized citizen.
David, Isabella and Josephine's father was born in Frankfort, Germany.
The San Bernardino County Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 2,
Wed., Sep. 7, 1921
IN THE SHADOWS
MRS. MARGARET YAGER
Just as the sunset shadows over the Cucamonga peaks were lengthening last night as she had watched them for 60 years, death stole in with the twilight and called for the spirit of Mrs. Margaret Yager, one of the mothers of the valley. The end came at her home on the Rialto bench, just at the top of the Fourth Street hill, where 50 years ago, Mrs. Yager and members of her family had taken up a homestead, reclaimed the land and for the half century it had been her home.
Her long illness had been marked by unusual devotion on the part of her daughters, three of whom have divided the time for years and sometimes two or three of them would be here at a time, coming from distant homes that they might render filial duty and care for their mother in her last days. For she would be contented no place else.
Mrs. Yager was a native of Glasgow, Scotland, born there 84 years ago. As a young woman, she came to California and for 60 years had been a resident of the valley, 50 years of that time on the land where she died. She was a woman to whom home meant everything; it was her sphere and beyond it there was little that interested her, and even in declining years the attractions of the homes of members of her family could not take the place of that which had been her own. So the daughters came to keep vigil with her to the end. At her bedside as the spirit took its flight last night were Mrs. N.J. Levinson and Mrs. H.H. Herdman of Portland, Ore., and Mrs. George Ferguson of Fresno. She is also survived by another daughter, Miss Winifred Yager, of Portland, and one son, W.G. Mogeau of Alaska.
Also she is survived by two brothers, former Mayor John A. Henderson of this city, and D.G. Henderson of Etiwanda, and by one sister, Mrs. W.B. Roberds, of San Jacinto.
The obsequies will be from the chapel of the Mark B. Shaw Company Thursday at 4 o'clock p.m. with interment in Mountain View cemetery.
San Bernardino Daily Sun (San Bernardino, CA.), P. 3, Col. 3
Fri., Sep. 9, 1921
MRS. MARGARET YAGER
Very simple services marked the funeral of Mrs. Margaret Yager, one of the oldest pioneers of the valley, when the last rites were held yesterday from the Mark B. Shaw undertaking parlors. The Rev. Mr. Shaw delivered the sermon, which dealt with the life of the pioneer woman. He eulogized her past and her love of family and home life, telling how she had come to California 60 years ago, and how she lived in the family home on the Rialto bench for the last 50 years.
Mrs. Yager was born in Scotland 84 years ago and came to California while still a young woman.
Four daughters and a son survive the pioneer mother. They are: Mrs. N. J. Levinson, Mrs. H. H. Herdman of Portland, Ore., Mrs. George Ferguson of Fresno, Miss Winifred Yager of Portland and W. G. Mogeau of Alaska.
Two brothers and a sister survive her:
former Mayor John A. Henderson and D. G. Henderson of Etiwanda;
Mrs. W. B. Roberds of San Jacinto.
The pall bearers were all members of her family, being Front Holcomb, Roy Ferguson, Sam Ferguson, James Cole, Robert Nish and Will Hancock.
Mrs. Josephine Mogeau Reed sang two of her favorite hymns, "Abide With Me" and "Nearer My God to Thee." Mrs. Reed is a grand-daughter of the deceased. Mrs. Leon Soden accompanied on the piano.
Interment was held in Mountain View Cemetery. Funeral arrangements were in charge of the Mark B. Shaw Company.
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