An Eight-years Quarrel Ended In Murder

An affray bctween two old citizens of our county occurred at the ranch of David Evans, about six miles from Hornitos, on Monday last, which resulted in the death of Mr. Evane, caused by a gunshot wound inflicted by Moses V. Nortlirap. The animosity existing between the parties was an oíd f eud caused by the burning of Evans' bftrn some seven or eight years ago, which Evans charged upon Northrnp. Ever since the occurrence a deadly hostility has oxisted between them. On Friday of last week John Northrap, brother of Moses, in eorapany with a man by the name of Pollard, went over to Evans' ranch to purchaae fruit. Af ter getting the fruit pay was offered, whioh Evans refused to take, at the same time stating that .lie did not want the Nortkrups to come about his ranch, as Moses had burned his barn seven or eight years ago. This convcrsation was communicated to Moses Northïup, who on the Monday following armed himself with a double-barreled shot-gun and six-shooter, and in company with Pollard went to Evans' house. Evans at the time was a short distance off, cutting wood. Northrnp sent word to Evans that he was armed with a shotgun and pistoi, and to meet him 011 equal terms. Evans soon appeared with a shot-gun, and asked Northrup if the distance or ground should oe measured. Northrup replied that he did not care. Evans thon asked, "Are you ready?" Northrup replied, "Beady," whereupon they both fired almost simultaneously. Nortbrup's shot proved ïatal to Evans, one ball penetrating the right temple into the brain. Evans feil forward upon his face, aud was insensible till death came to his relief, about six hours afterward. Northrup escaped unhurt. Northrnp and Pollard, who was deemed to bc accessory, went to Hornitos and surrendered themselves to the authorities. - Mariposa (Cal,) Gazctte.