While here in Lassen County we are spared of elections in 2025. Other places in California will hold elections under the  Uniform District Elections UDEL). These elections include schools, fire districts, community service district etc. Under former Lassen County Clerk Theresa Nagel, opted to consolidate the UDEL’s with the General Election in even years.

Every region experiences close elections, and Lassen County has had its share. This story involves the 1914 election of Lassen County Coroner and Public Administrator. The two candidates were A.H. Taylor who served as the Registrar of U.S. Land Office. The other, was incumbent A.K. Philrook, who was the local undertaker.  Philbrook won the race by three votes. However, Taylor challenged the vote and asked for a recount. The result was unchanged and Philbrook would serve another four year term.

Tim