anaheim-daily-herald 1921-11-17

If you want help, or have something for sale, Anaheim HERALD want ad columns are the direct route to your audience. VOL. IX. EIGHT PAGES FIRE RAGES ORANGE COUNTY AMONG FIFTY OF WEALTHIEST COUNTIES IN U.S. Federal Department of Commerce Announces Result Of 1920 Census of Agricultural Products. Orange County ranks toward the top of the list of the fifty counties in the United States which lead in the wealth produced from agriculture and live stock, according to a telegram sent yesterday by Clarence Matson, foreign trade manager of Los Angeles. Tustin Boy Sent to State School For Shooting Gun Vernon Vensen, 14, Tustin boy, who is charged with using a revolver in connection with an attempted housebreaking, which was interrupted, was ordered committed to the Whittier state school by Juvenile Judge R. Y. Williams today. Vensen, in company with a 12-year-old lad, was charged with entering the home of Roy Smith of Tustin last Friday night. The Smiths returned and discovered the boys in the house. Mr. Smith entered by the front door while Mrs. Smith blocked the exit from the rear. The Vensen boy is alleged to have fired the shot out of the rear window when he found the exit blocked by Mrs. Smith. Drove Automobile Over Road Under Construction Elmer McGee is charged with running over a highway in course of construction on East Seventeenth street, Santa Ana, according to a complaint filed in the district attorney's office today. The complaint was sworn to Federal Department of Commerce Announces Result Of 1920 Census of Agricultural Products. Orange County ranks toward the top of the list of the fifty counties in the United States which lead in the wealth produced from agriculture and live stock, according to a telegram sent yesterday by Clarence Matson, foreign trade manager of Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce, to Frank Wiggins, secretary from Washington. The telegram reads as follows: "Department of commerce announces 1920 census of agriculture showing Los Angeles county leads all in United States in combined value of crops and livestock products with total value of $71,579.99. Of fifty leading agricultural counties in United States, California has thirteen. Six of these are in Southern California. They are Los Angeles, San Bernardo, $27,957,448; Orange, $26,635,748; Riverside, $20,263,304; Imperial, $20,195,367; Ventura, $19,160,414." The local chamber of commerce has been unable to get the exact rank of Orange County among the fifty counties standing first in these phases of production, but it is believed that Orange County, considering its area in square miles and its population, leads all the counties of the United States. Los Angeles County has an area nearly four times as great as Orange County, and shows less than three times the wealth from this production. San Bernardino County, the largest in the United States, has a highly cultivated area even smaller than that of Orange County although in extent it is more than twenty times large. The fact that the oil production figures are not conveyed in the telegram above quoted, makes it difficult to give the rank of Orange County in all its phases, but it is strongly asserted at the local chamber that the prestige of this county would be even more amply upheld the official federal figures obtainable. STATE PRODUCTION OF OIL IS LOWER SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 17.—October production by all oil companies in California amounted to 227,957 barrels, showing a decrease of 36,357 barrels daily as compared with September, according to the Standard Oil company. October shipments of 245,861 barrels daily were 23,727 barrels less than in September. Stocks were decreased 555,039 barrels during the month. Thirty-two new wells were completed with an initial daily production of 14,825 barrles. Drove Automobile Over Road Under Construction Elmer McGee is charged with running over a highway in course of construction on East Seventeenth street, Santa Ana, according to a complaint filed in the district attorney's office today. The complaint was sworn to by A. H. Grittom. ANNIVERSARY SALE IS BIG SUCCESS, SAYS FALKENSTEIN William Falkenstein of Falkenstein's store expresses the greatest satisfaction with the patronage that has been given the anniversary sales. The Falkenstein store has for twenty-two years been giving the buying public of Anaheim the highest service and it is in no way surprising that these sales have been talked of in every part of the county. Every department of the store has marked down its goods for this great sale and the result has been unparalleled buying activity. It has been the plan to present so complete a line of merchandise that almost unrestricted choice was possible at whatever price it was desired to buy. The second week of this sale promises to be much bigger than the first. Patrons have found every value that has been advertised and many people have made purchases who never entered the store before. Mr. Falkenstein feels particularly pleased that these sales have been the means of making so many new friends for the store. Franz Realty Company Reports Property Sales "Billy" Franz reports that the following real estate sales have been made through the Franz Realty Company during the last sixty days: C. Turner of Lankersheim sold 10 acres in West Anaheim to A. H. Klein of Corona. Mr. Klein intends to build a fine home and improve the property. In the Griggs tract on South Lemon street, three lots have been sold to Ross Brothers; two lots to William Heinzze; one lot to Mr. Grefe and Mr. Brady; one lot to Peter Palm, Jr. Mr. Brenonold a lot to Clyde Webb on West broadway. A. A. Klingenberg sold a lot on North Zeyn street to Mr. McKenzie. E. A. Beard sold two lots at Rose and Santa Ana streets to Mr. Ebbert. Jury To Test Sanity Of Husband's Slayer SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 17.—October production by all oil companies in California amounted to 227,957 barrels, showing a decrease of 36,357 barrels daily as compared with September, according to the Standard Oil company. October shipments of 245,861 barrels daily were 23,727 barrels less than in September. Stocks were decreased 555,039 barrels during the month. Thirty-two new wells were completed with an initial daily production of 14,825 barrels. SINGER WEARS LAGES GIVEN TO HER BY FRENCH QUEEN A descendant of Princes Mile, Jean De Conde, who is singing her own compositions at the California Theater today, still wears the priceless lace given to her great-great-aunt by the ill-fated queen of France, Marie Antoinette, Miss Conde, however, desires to win recognition for her artistic gifts rather than because of her royal ancestry. The gowns which Miss De Conde wears are sure to win the admiration of the audience and her charming voice will also please all who hear her. The Georgia Trio have just completed a tour of the country on one of the largest vaudeville circuits in the United States. Comedy that is really comedy is offered by these southerners and the harmony singing in this act will be found hard to surpass. Meiklejohn and Dunn have selected three other acts of high entertaining value to complete this vaudeville bill and on the screen will be seen the hero of many of the best photoplays, Lester Cuneo, in "Blue Blazes." HUNTINGTON BEACH MAN HURT POPCORN MACHINE EXPLODES P. W. Garry of Huntington Beach suffered a fractured skull and slight burns yesterday when a popcorn and peanut machine, which he was operating, exploded. He was taken to the Anaheim hospital for treatment. Jury To Test Sanity Of Husband's Slayer YREKA, Nov. 17.—The trial of Mrs. Lillian Tonkins, charged with the murder of her husband, George Tonkins, at Sawyers' Bar last June, was suspended yesterday on motion of District Attorney Allen that a jury be empanelled to try her for insanity first. The murder trial was suspended until Friday and the insanity trial started at the afternoon session of court today. TEX RICKARD BATTLES WRESTLING COMBINE AND MANAGERS NEW YORK, Nov. 17.—"Fighting in the dark isn't exactly my game. I'd rather choose weapons and clear away the room, but you can't do that in every scrap," declared Tex Rickard today. Rickard, with a story back of him that reads like a Rex Beach, may have had tougher fights when he was prospecting in Alaska or battling cow raiders in Argentina, but he never had the whizzers running by his ears from so many directions as he has right now in the shadow of Broadway. Tex has one fight in court against an alleged business partner who wants to run him out of Madison Square Garden. He is battling with the wrestling trust and fighting with a combine of boxing managers who are trying to boycot this fistic palace. "The wrestling trust tried to get me the other night but I found out the way they work and I'll be ready for them the next time." Rickard said today. "Am I going to quit promoting wrestling? Well, I never quit under fire in my life." ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA, THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 1921. ES AT SIGNAL H PLANS FOR CITY PARK DISCUSSED TODAY BY TRUSTEES Plans for the city park were discussed this afternoon at a special meeting of the city trustees. The architects, Wilbur D. Cook and George E. Hall, presented the plans for the grading. It is planned to start the grading work as soon as possible and then follow with the planting and general layout. Walnut and Orange trees in the park tract will be allowed to stand and produce until actual work starts. The board also expects to consider plans for certain new subdivisions at the meeting. LOCAL OFFICERS HUNT MAN WANTED IN LONG BEACH Local officers today received instructions from the Long Beach police to arrest and hold Bruno Aldabe. ROY GARDNER TO BE TAKEN TO NEW PRISON Mail Bandit Will Serve Balance of Term In Cell At Leavenworth, Says United States Marshal. PHOENIX, Ariz., Nov. 17.—"Roy Gardner will not go to trial for his latest attempt at riffling the mails." United States Marshal Joseph Dillon informed the United Press today. "He has two sentences of twenty-five years each hanging over his head. They will take care of him for the rest of his life, in all probability." "I received telegraphic instructions for Attorney General Daugherty today to remove Gardner to Jail." WIFE SEEKS TO QUIET TITLE TO PROPERTY IN FULLERTON Seeking to quiet title to property near Fullerton, which she claims is community property acquired prior to her divorce from Paul Golter, Mrs. Marguerite Davis, formerly Mrs. Golter, appeared before Judge Z. B. West in the superior court today in her suit against Adam Brandle, who has had charge of the community property since the separation. Mrs. Davis seeks the title to the property in event of death during her lifetime, of her former husband. ST. JOSEPH'S ACADEMY WINS FROM CITRON STREET SCHOOL St. Joseph's Academy baseball players were victors yesterday in a game with the Citron street school by a score of 30 to 10. LOCAL OFFICERS HUNT MAN WANTED IN LONG BEACH Local officers today received instructions from the Long Beach police to arrest and hold Bruno Aldabe, a Mexican, who is wanted there on a felony charge. He is described as 28 years of age, about five feet and six inches tall, weighs 140 pounds and when last seen was driving a Maxwell roadster. Theft Of Automobile Reported to Sheriff Another stolen car was reported to the sheriff's office from San Diego today. The car was taken from Clay C. Pehl, 3838 Pacific avenue, San Diego, last night and is a 1920 Chevrolet touring car. WOMAN CHARGES THAT MAN FAILED TO SUPPORT BABIES That her husband has failed to contribute to the support of his three minor children is the charge in a complaint filed today by Mrs. Amelia Calkens against Harry Calkens. The children are Frankie, 5, and Harvey and Harry, 2-year-old twins. W. C. HAMILTON LEASES HOTEL IN EISENHAUER BUILDING HERE William C. Hamilton, local rancher and capitalist, has leased the hotel in the new Eisenhauer building. It was announced today. He has had many years experience in the hotel business, having operated two of the largest hotels in Worcester, Mass. They were the Bay State hotel and the American house. Mr. Hamilton came to Anaheim three years ago and has been living on his twenty-acre orange ranch at North and Palm streets. The hotel will consist of thirty guest rooms, office and lobby, all of which will be located on the second floor of the new postoffice building. Negotiations for the lease were made through the office of Harold Clairmont, "Greater Anaheim Realtor." Disarmament Conference PHOENIX, Ariz., Nov. 17.—"Roy Gardner will not go to trial for his latest attempt at riffling the mails." United States Marshal Joseph Dillon informed the United Press today. "He has two sentences of twenty-five years each hanging over his head. They will take care of him for the rest of his life, in all probability. "I received telegraphic instructions for Attorney General Daugherty today to remove Gardner to Leavenworth, Kansas, immediately. "If we once get him to Leavenworth, his record of escapes will come to an abrupt stop, I am quite sure. Leavenworth is not McNeill's island." Dillon admitted that he would "would feel a lot easier" when Gardner was delivered to the gates at Leavenworth. The grand jury, which will convene here on November 28, will in all probability indict Gardner for his attack upon Herman Indleried, mail clerk who captured him in a hand-to-hand struggle on a west bound Santa Fe train yesterday. The indictment will not be prosecuted in court, however, Federal District Attorney Thomas A. Flynn said definitely today. PHOENIX, Ariz., Nov. 17.—Roy Gardner, "bandit of bandits," will probably be taken to Leavenworth, Kansas, today to serve out the unexpired balance of his term for mail robberies. United States Marshal Thomas Flynn announced that Gardner would not be returned to McNeil's island, narcissus Tacoma, from which he escaped on September 5. Flynn said the department of justice at Washington had instructed him to take the daring mail bandit to Leavenworth federal prison. Gardner may not be tried for his latest attempted robbery of a Santa Fe mail car, Flynn said. Pending decision on this point, Gardner's ball has been set at $100,000. "I'm going to raise it, too," Gardner said today. WIFE MAKES STATEMENT SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 17.—Claims that Roy Gardner, famous train bandit captured yesterday at Phoenix, Arizona, is mentally irresponsible were made today by Dolly Gardner, his wife. Mrs. Gardner is working in the toy department of a San Francisco store. "I knew years ago this was what I had to face," she said commenting on the newest turn in her husband's career. "Roy didn't know what he was doing. He could never have thrown away his chance for freedom like that if he were in his right mind." Federal authorities denied a news report crediting them with seeking the death penalty for Gardner, under an old Arizona territorial law providing capital punishment for attempted murder. ST. JOSEPH'S ACADEMY WINS FROM CITRON STREET SCHOOL St. Joseph's Academy baseball players were victors yesterday in a game with the Citron street school by a score of 30 to 10. It was a fast game with excelent playing by both teams. The line-up for the Academy boys was as follows: Pitcher, Max Hitchcock; first base, Richard Wallace; catcher, Victor Peltzer; second base, Erb Peltzer; third base, William Kneipe; center field, Bernard Miller; left field, Lawrence Stanley. AUTOMOBILE STOLEN IN FULLERTON FOUND BY POLICE V. A. Yensen of 639 Parton street, Santa Ana, was surprised this morning when his Ford car, stolen in Fullerton last night, was returned by Vernon Meyers and Henry Warner, county motorcycle officers. The car was taken from in front of Baldwin's store at Fullerton last night. It was later found by Meyers and Warner, abandoned in an orange grove near Fullerton. KIWANIANS OF NATIONS ARE WORKING FOR DISARMMENT The Anaheim Kiwanis Club is in receipt of a copy of the resolution adopted by the Kiwanis Club International indorsing the government's stand at the disarmament conference and urging that every effort be made to prepare for peace in the future. The resolution is similar to the one adopted by the local organization at the last meeting of the club. In the beginning it points out that President Harding is a Kiwanian. The resolution is concluded as follows: "Now, therefore, be it resolved, that the Kiwanis organization, consisting of international, district and local clubs, and Kiwanians generally, exercise their best efforts, and take very and all legitimate steps to impress upon themselves, the citizens of their locality, the people generally, newspapers and news agencies, their representatives in local and national." Disarmament Conference Will End In Two Months WASHINGTON, Nov. 17.—The arms limitations conference will finish its work within two months, one of America's "big four" delegates predicted today. The parley, he said, is making better progress on both limitation of armament and far eastern questions than was expected, he said. Japan Glad That Kato Accepted Hughes' Plan JAPAN GLAD..... TOKIO, Nov. 17.—Satisfaction was expressed in Japan today over the acceptance of the general principles of the Hughes armament reduction proposals, made by Admiral Kato of Japan in Tuesday's session of the Washington conference. Five Are Hurt When Train Is Overturned SANDUSKY, Ohio, Nov. 17.—Five persons were slightly injured late yesterday when eastbound passenger train No. 4, on the Wheeling and Lake Erie railroad, ran into a defective switch at Clyde, O., near here, and two coaches and a baggage car overturned. Four Policemen Chase Bandits; Man Is Hurt LOS, ANGELES, Nov. 17.—Four peacemen in an automobile gave chase last night when they came upon three bandits in another car. Rudolph Elson, hotel employee, may lose his life today as a result. Elston was struck by the bandit car as it careened round a corner during the chase. WIFE CHARGES CRUEL TREATMENT, WANTS DIVORCE NOW Charging cruel and inhuman treatment, jealousy and general lack of respect on the part of her husband, J. D. Bernard, Emma H. Bernard today filed suit for divorce. The Bernards live in Huntington Beach. They were married in Santa Ana, September, 1919, and separated October 18 of this year. Mrs. Bernard has several children by a former marriage, who live in Anaheim. A congressman wishes to know what we get out of the Philippines, anyway. The real question is not what, but whetfer. ARE YOU LOOKING FOR HOME HERE? California having enticed you from your eastern home, has undoubtedly lived up to your expectations—has made you envy the people who call this their home—and has created in you a desire to also make this your home. And, having made up your mind to stay, you have also cast about for a home. With that thought in mind, the Anaheim Herald directs your attention to the offerings of Harold Clairmont in this edition. In dealing with Mr. Clairmont you are assured "a square deal." Marion Davies, Movie Star, Seriously Ill NEW YORK, Nov. 17.—Marion Davies, motion picture star, was in a serious condition today suffering pneumonia. Her parents were summoned to the bedside. Miss Davies was taken ill four days ago. HERALD If your goods are not moving as fast as you want them to, a well worded display ad in The HERALD will solve the problem. BER 17, 1921. AL HILL WELL S TO QUIET PROPERTY LERTON est title to property which she claims is guilty acquired prior to Paul Golter, Mrs. formerly Mrs. Golter Judge Z. B. West court today in her suit handle, who has had community property on. ests the title to the death during her former husband. S ACADEMY FROM CITRON SCHOOL academy baseball corps yesterday in a citron street school Judge Dismisses Charge of Theft Against Woman Because of the purely circumstantial nature of the evidence and the fact that no crime had actually been committed, the charge of grand larceny against Mrs. Florence Sidel and Phillip Costello was dismissed by Justice J. B. Cox yesterday afternoon. Mrs. Sidel and Costello were charged with taking oranges from a grove near Fullerton. Their car was found near the scene and boxes of picked fruit were found in the orchard, but no means of connecting the two circumstances were found. Mrs. Sidel was brought before the court nearly a year ago on a similar charge, it was learned. Joe Burke represented the defendant and C. N. Mozley, deputy district attorney, was in charge of the prosecution. Epidemic of Smallpox Spreads in Kansas City KANSAS CITY, Nov. 17.—The FLAMES DESTROY TWO DERRICKS AND BIG TANKS GASER COMES IN Thousands of Spectators Gather At Long Beach Field When Flames Lighten Whole Sky. Despite efforts of oil workers to prevent fire when the Shell Oil Company's Martin No. 1 Signal Hill became a gas gusher late yesterday afternoon Epidemic of Smallpox Spreads in Kansas City KANSAS CITY, Nov. 17.—The "black" smallpox epidemic sweeping Kansas City and threatening Kansas today had caused 48 deaths here since September 1. Dozens of new cases sent thousands to physicians' offices and hospitals for vaccination. "Show a scar" has been officially adopted as the pass words to lodges and other meetings. Zbyszko Defends World Title In Denver Match DENVER, Colo., Nov. 17.—Stanislaus Zbyszko, world's heavyweight wrestling champion, successfully defended his title here last night against Toots Mondt, Rocky Mountain title holder. The giant Pole took the first fall in one hour, eight minutes and twenty seconds, and the second in eight minutes and fifty seconds. Pacific Electric Would Build Spur At Orange The Pacific Electric Railway Company asked permission of the railroad commission today to construct a spur track at grade across Palm avenue near the intersection of Cypress street in the city of Orange. La Habra Water Company Wants Larger Territory The La Habra Domestic Water Company, engaged in the distribution of water in the town of La Habra, made application to the railroad commission today for a certificate to extend its service to surrounding territory. The company has a franchise from the board of supervisors to serve this additional territory, which contains 175 consumers. HARGROVE PURCHASES BERGER'S INTEREST IN COMPANY A. E. Hargrove, president of the Hargrove Realty Company of Anaheim, today announced that he had purchased the interest of C. C. Berger in that company. Mr. Hargrove is Thousands of Spectators Gather At Long Beach Field When Flames Lighten Whole Sky Despite efforts of oil workers to prevent fire when the Shell Oil Company's Martin No. 1 Signal Hill became a gas gusher late yesterday afternoon, a blaze which started early last night spread to other parts of the Long Beach oil field and destroyed two derricks and two large storage tanks filled with oil. The blaze was still raging early today but it was thought that it would be under control by night. Gas flowing at the rate of 100,000,000 cubic feet a day broke through the casing in the Shell well yesterday with a roar which was heard for miles. The well is located at Panorama avenue and Signal Hill boulevard, Long Beach. Thousands of spectators from Long Beach and the surrounding territory rushed to see the gusher. Heavy guards were thrown around the well and all automobiles kept at safe distance. It was thought that every precaution was being taken to prevent a repetition of the fire that occurred on Signal Hill several months ago, but despite the efforts of the workers, the blaze was started and spread rapidly. Flames leaping hundreds of feet into the air brought thousands of other automobiles to the scene. The gusher is causing the ground beneath the derrick to cave in and machinery was being removed from the vicinity of the well when the fire started. ARBUCKLE TRIAL JURY CHOSEN; TAKING OF TESTIMONY BEGINS SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 17—Fire works were expected to begin today in Roscee ("Fatty") Arbuckle's trial for alleged manslaughter. Just what brand they would be was entirely uncertain but before court convened the day held these possibilities: That the sudden exercise of peremptory challenges might deplete the jury box, now containing a dozen temporarily passed jurors, and plunge the court into another day of tedious questioning of veniure. That lawyers might decide it was no case for a woman to hear" and remove the women now in the jury box. That evidence might be stored with HARGROVE PURCHASES BERGER'S INTEREST IN COMPANY A. E. Hargrove, president of the Hargrove Realty Company of Anaheim, today announced that he had purchased the interest of C. C. Berger in that company. Mr. Hargrove is now sole owner of the company, having taken over the interest of H. O. Henderson several months ago. Forrest Fowler purchased the insurance department from Mr. Berger and will have offices with Mr. Hargrove at 109 East Center street. The realty company has enjoyed a liberal patronage from Anaheim people since its organization several years ago. Mr. Hargrove came to this city in 1919 and was associated with Judge Howard in the real estate business a year later. Last year the company was organized to include Mr. Berger. HUSBAND IS ACCUSED OF UNFAITHFULNESS ASKS DIVORCE After six years of married life, during which he alleges his wife constantly accused him of improper relations with other women and otherwise displayed evidence of a jealous disposition which made life intolerable for him, W. I. Morris today filed a suit for divorce from Marie Morrils. Morris, who is a construction foreman, has lived in various sections of Southern California where his work has taken him. On several occasions his wife has accompanied him the complaint states, but at all times has accused him of unfaithfulness. The couple have been married six years. There are no children. Any girl could select, conquer and marry a man in three months if she could get her trousseau ready in that time. Just what brand they would be was entirely uncertain but before court convened the day held these possibilities: That the sudden exercise of peremptory challenges might deplete the jury box, now containing a dozen temporarily passed jurors, and plunge the court into another day of tedious questioning of veniremen. That lawyers might decide it was "no case for a woman to hear" and remove the women now in the jury box. That evidence might be started with the state following any one of a half dozen lines of evidence. Adopting the tactics of the defense, District Attorney Matthew Brady and his staff would not commit themselves as to where their evidence would begin. It was believed probable, however, that testimony of physicians who attended Miss Rappe, whose life Arbuckle is alleged to have taken would be first called to the stand. SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 17.—Eleven jurors who will try Roscoe ("Fatty") Arbuckle for manslaughter, in connection with the death of Virginia Rappe, were selected today. Taking of testimony was expected to begin late today. Three women remain among the eleven so far selected but it was expected the state would challenge the selection of one of them. Mrs. Laura Miller, San Francisco club leader, and member of the woman's vigilant committee, today issued a warning to the club women of the city not to discuss the Arbuckle case. Mrs. Miller has been acting as official observer for the club women at the trial to see that justice is done. Two women were among those challenged—one by the prosecution and one by the defense. The woman challenged by the defense was the only one who had never seen Arbuckle in the movies. The state has used three challenges and has two left. Fatty began to smile again as it became apparent the tactics of his counsel, Gavin McNabe, were making a good impression and forced District Attorney Matthew Brady and his staff on the defensive.