anaheim-daily-herald 1921-12-19

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 PRINCE STOR GARDEN GROVE STORE ROBBED OF MONEY AND COSTLY ARTICLES Particular Thief Gets Kodaks, Fountain Pens, Gold and Silver Pencils Late Saturday Night. Quincy F. Aker Sent to Prison For Car Theft Although moved to consider leniency in the case of Quincy F. Aker, who pleaded guilty to a charge of grand larceny for stealing an automobile from his mother-in-law, Judge R. V. Williams today upheld the rule followed in the Orange County courts and refused probation on the case. Aker was sentenced to San Quentin for a term of from one to ten years. The actual length of time he will serve will be fixed by the prison board, based on his actions, past record and offense for which he was committed. Leniency on the part of the prison board, due to the past record of Aker and the nature of his offense, are to be recommended by the Orange County court, it is said. Aker is a widower. He has three children, who are in the care of his mother-in-law. For some time, according to his story, he has been having financial reverses and his only been SCOUTS LOOK TO CAN IN JAY The Anaheim town planning a trip to Bixby ranch in the Monday, January announcement of McKim this morning. Mr. McKim says movement is growing rapidly that it is another troop in Only thirty-two boys to membership in permission from cluding the active scouts Mr. McKim forty-three members at the Freemont evening. The boo over their proposal they are looking time, Mr. McKim CUSTLY ARTICLES Particular Thief Gets Kodaks, Fountain Pens, Gold and Silver Pencils Late Saturday Night. Selecting with care only the most expensive articles in the stock, thieves Saturday night took kodaks, fountain pens, gold and silver pencils and cash from the Garden Grove Drug store to the value of $150, according to a report by the proprietor O. H. Anderson on file at the office of Sheriff C. E. Jackson today. Entrance to the store was gained through a rear door. The lock was removed in much the same manner as was the case with the Tustin robbery last week. A hole about four inches square was bored through the wooden door. By reaching through this hole the wooden bar across the doorway from casing to casing was slid back and the entrance was clear. That the thief worked carefully and leisurely was evidenced by the fact that a glass case containing expensive gold and silver pencils was taken into a small dark room in the rear where a light was turned on and the contents of the case examined. Three kodaks were taken, 3-A and 2-C autographics and an F-pocket kodak. One gold mounted and six assorted Waterman fountain pens, two gold mounted pencils, sfx sterling silver pencils and $15 in cash completed the loot. Deputy Sheriff Herrman J. Zabel is conducting the investigation. ROTARIANS OF ORANGE AND SANTA ANA GUESTS HERE With 100 per cent attendance of the Anaheim Rotary Club and visitors coming all the way from New York and Long Beach, together with the clubs of Santa Ana and Orange, about fifty Rotarians sat down to lunch here at noon today. Under the leadership of Harry D. Riley, as chairman, they listened to one of the most interesting and instructive addresses from Rotarian Henry Booth of Long Beach, that has ever been delivered in Anaheim. Rotarian Booth attended the international Rotary convention in Edinburgh last summer. He was impressed with the great influence that Rotary exerted in the affairs of the world and pictured before his audience far-reaching effects of Rotary in the doing away of war and the bringing in of an era of peace and prosperity with the actual length of time he will serve will be fixed by the prison board, based on his actions, past record and offense for which he was committed. Lenency on the part of the prison board, due to the past record of Aker and the nature of his offense, are to be recommended by the Orange County court, it is said. Aker is a widower. He has three children, who are in the care of his mother-in-law. For some time, according to his story, he has been having financial reverses and his only been able to contribute a small amount to their support. It was with the intention of securing money to clothes his children properly that the car was taken and sold. Why he should have taken the car from his mother-in-law, who was caring for his children and helping in every way, Aker was unable to explain. He laid his actions to worry caused by his failure to get ahead since the death of his wife. Aker was taken on a "John Doe" warrant. His mother-in-law did not know that he had taken the car when the warrant was sworn to. FIVE MASKED BANDITS GET $1000 FROM STORE LOS ANGELES. Dec. 19.—Five heavily armed and masked bandits held up A. Wright, manager of a branch grocery store owned by the Sam Seelig Company, and escaped with $1000 in cash here today. Two carloads of detectives, armed with sawed-off shotguns, were rushed to the scene. While they were investigating at the store, the bandits overturned and wrecked the machine in which they were fleeing, some distance from the scene of the robbery. By the time the detectives arrived at the scene of the wreck, the robbers had stolen another machine and continued their flight. Five More Arrested in Triple Ardmore Slaying ARDMORE, Okla., Dec. 19.—The arrest of Dr. E. C. Harlow, optician; Frank Cardwell, insurance agent; W. L. T. Hilton, retired ranchman, all of Ardmore, and John Murray and Bill Ratliff, oil field workers, marked Sunday's developments in the slaying of three men at Wilson Thursday. The five men are alleged to have been members of the band of masked men who killed Joe Carroll in a gunfight at his home, in which John Smith, an alleged member of the band, also was fatally shot. Seven other men, one a Baptist minister, are under arrest. BOGUS CHECK WRITER for a term of from one to ten years. The actual length of time he will serve will be fixed by the prison board, based on his actions, past record and offense for which he was committed. Lenency on the part of the prison board, due to the past record of Aker and the nature of his offense, are to be recommended by the Orange County court, it is said. Aker is a widower. He has three children, who are in the care of his mother-in-law. For some time, according to his story, he has been having financial reverses and his only been able to contribute a small amount to their support. It was with the intention of securing money to clothes his children properly that the car was taken and sold. Why he should have taken the car from his mother-in-law, who was caring for his children and helping in every way, Aker was unable to explain. He laid his actions to worry caused by his failure to get ahead since the death of his wife. Aker was taken on a "John Doe" warrant. His mother-in-law did not know that he had taken the car when the warrant was sworn to. Sparks-Mabee Has Been Tomorrow night between Al Sparks been postponed in heavy rain and then men to have them time. WILL HAYS MOTION INDUCTION WASHINGTON, ter General Will H be accepted after offering head of the motion in the United States prominent republic today. He stated that he accept the leadersized association of dustry at $100,000 a half years. Statements that were partly confirmature circles here maintained a strict them. Hays is now up" at some health Under the leadership of Harry D. Riley, as chairman, they listened to one of the most interesting and instructive addresses from Rotarian Henry Booth of Long Beach, that has ever been delivered in Anaheim. Rotarian Booth attended the international Rotary convention in Edinburgh last summer. He was impressed with the great influence that Rotary exerted in the affairs of the world and pictured before his audience far-reaching effects of Rotary in the doing away of war and the bringing in of an era of peace and prosperity with the nations of the world striving to help each other to forget the past difficulties, and work together for the up-building of the human race. The meeting was interspersed with songs led by Rev. Tom Walker, Cloyd Hartranft and Frank Hallmano of Oranges, Gus Gustlin of Santa Ana and William Dolan of Anaheim played the piano. TWO AUTO ACCIDENTS REPORTED TO LOCAL OFFICE OF CLUB Two accidents were reported this morning at the local office of the Automobile Club of Southern California. Ralph H. Huff had an accident in Los Angeles Sunday in which the fenders and front of his car were damaged. Ellis Hutchings, 615 East Adela street, Anaheim, skidded off the pavement Sunday while he was going west on the Richfield-Placentia road. He ran into the ditch and one of the rear wheels of his car was damaged. Coin-Matching Appeal Jails Bunco Suspect LOS ANGELES, Dec. 19.—It was a case of "heads, I win; tails, you lose" for K. B. Cooper yesterday afternoon. Cooper tried to get a newcomer to join him in a coin matching bout at the Southern Pacific station, according to Detective Seregants Taylor, Lucas and James. He didn't succeed. But the officers, growing suspicious, took charge of Cooper and booked him at police headquarters for suspicion of grand larceny and bunko. BOGUS CHECK WRITER HELD TO ANSWER BY JUDGE COX Lester Short, alias George Brown, was held to answer Saturday afternoon by Justice J. B. Cox on the charge of passing a fictitious check for $50 on Preston and Livesey in Santa Ana. His bail was set at $1000 and he is being held in the county jail in lieu of this amount. White and Daniel Will Build $4,500 Home Here White and Daniel have asked the city engineer's department for permission to build a residence at 1307 Damon street. The residence will cost $4,500. CORONER INVESTIGATES SUDDEN DEATH OF AGED MAN That the sudden death of John Marshall, 69, at Anaheim Landing Saturday night was due to natural causes, was the result of the investigation by Coroner C. D. Brown yesterday morning. The investigation revealed that death was due to diabetes, from which the old man had been suffering for a number of years. Death came to Mr. Marshall, who was living alone in a small cottage owned by O. A. Stein, a distant relative, as he was stepping out of bed sometime during the night. NEW ORLEANS lands valued at millions in Louisiana test suit brought by said Attorney Gen. when apired of the tion by Secretary of State governmenteral and oll land state. The motion would to the federal rights in property in congressional go to other southern states. 'Spud' Murphy Must S SAN QUENTIN board of prison director that Edmon and Edward Kruvo San Francisco gang tacking two girls year, should serve on here. Murphy been sentenced by to indeterminate to pears. The cases Allen McDonald, w sentences, will be prison board next... ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA, MONDAY, DECEMBER 19, 1921. STORE BURGLAR O SCOUTS LOOK FORWARD TO CANYON TRIP IN JANUARY The Anaheim troop of Boy Scouts planning a trip to Bixby camp at the Bixby ranch in the San Diego canyon Monday, January 2, according to an announcement of Scout Master John McKim this morning. Mr. McKim says that the scout movement is growing in Anaheim so rapidly that it is planned to organize another troop in the near future. Only thirty-two boys can be admitted to membership in a troop without permission from headquarters. Including the active and the associate scouts Mr. McKim's troop now has forty-three members. The troop meets at the Freemont school every Monday evening. The boys are enthusiastic over their proposed camping trip and they are looking forward to a big time, Mr. McKim said. PLEADS NOT GUILTY Buena Park Man Injured in Auto Accident Today M. J. Osborne of Buena Park is in the Anaheim Sanitarium suffering from a fractured left arm and several fractured ribs. His machine was hit at 9 o'clock this morning by another machine on the Garden Grove road near Huntington Beach. TWO EASTERN OFFICIALS WILL HANDLE GAME AT PASADENA WASHINGTON, Pa., Dec. 19. Through the courtesy of California authorities two eastern officials will be allowed to work in the California-Washington and Jefferson game in Pasadena on New Year's day, it was announced here today. Graduate Manager Murphy after a consultation TAG DAY GETS $132.25 FOR VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA After the day's receipts were checked up it was found that the tag day held here Saturday for the benefit of the Volunteers of America had netted $132.25. The Christmas spirit of giving was evidenced by the large sum collected by so few workers, representatives of the organization pointed out today, and those interested in the enterprise were pleased and grateful to all who in any way contributed toward the day's success. The first prize was won by Thelma Myre, whose collections were $21.88. Thelma Killer, won the second with $18.56, while Roberta Picklesimer took the third with $16.57. La Verna Duas won the fourth, and Winifred Beebe and Nellie Harris won the last two. Neumiller Again Heads PLEADS NOT GUILTY TO GRAND LARCENY Arraigned before Superior Judge R. Y. Williams this morning, R. L. Walker, charged with grand larceny involving the alleged sale of furniture valued at $250 on which the final payment had not been made, pleaded not guilty to the charge. G. K. Scovell, attorney for Walker, asked that the bail of $500 for which Walker is now held be reduced to $200, which he could furnish. This was asked in order that Walker could return to his job as a mechanic in a welding shop in Santa Ana, to support his wife and baby. The bail was set at $200 cash, Walker will be tried on January 9. Sparks-Mabee Match Has Been Postponed Tomorrow night's wrestling match between Al Sparks and Roy Mabee has been postponed indefinitely due to the heavy rain and the failure of workmen to have the new roof repaired in time. WILL HAYS TO HEAD MOTION PICTURE INDUSTRY WASHINGTON, Dec. 19—Postmaster General Will H. Hays has decided to accept the offer to become virtual head of the motion picture industry in the United States, according to a prominent republican politician here today. He stated that Hays had agreed to accept the leadership of the re-organized association of motion picture industry at $100,000 a year for two and a half years. Statements that Hays had accepted were partly confirmed in motion picture circles but Hays' office maintained a strict silence regarding them. Hays is now said to be "resting up" at some health resort. Game Tickets Selling TWO EASTERN OFFICIALS WILL HANDLE GAME AT PASADENA WASHINGTON, Pa., Dec. 19. Through the courtesy of California authorities two eastern officials will be allowed to work in the California-Washington and Jefferson game in Pasadena on New Year's day, it was announced here today. Graduate Manager Murphy after a consultation with Coach Neale, will submit a list of officials from which the coast management can select two. Twenty players will comprise the squad which is to leave Saturday for the coast. CENTRE COLLEGE FANS WILL HAVE SPECIAL SECTION AT GAME SAN DIEGO, Dec. 19.—The Kentucky colonels, the colonels' wives and all the colonels' children will be seated in section 31 of the stadium here on December 26 when Centre College meets Arizona. This section has been set aside as the "blue grass" section, while directly across the stadium the men and women of the desert will gather. To Welcome Warriors Kentucky hospitality, extended to the Centre team, will not be confined to the program of entertainment here. Kentucky committees will meet the team at both San Francisco and Los Angeles upon their arrival in those cities. Application for seats for the big game indicates that a record crowd will be out, the committee announced today. Team Leaves Denver DENVER, Colo., Dec. 19.—"Bo" McMillan and the 27 other members of the Centre College eleven, headed by Coach Charles Moran, left here today on the last leg of their journey to San Diego, Cal., where they will play Arizona University December 26. Centre College alumni in Denvr entertained the squad yesterday. All the men are in good condition, according to Moran. David Welch Injured When Hit By Auto David Welch, 215 South West street, was injured when he was struck by an automobile Saturday night. He was taken to the Anaheim Sanitarium and later removed to his home. Dr. Utter, the attending physician, reported today that his patient was getting along nicely. Pacific Electric Would The first prize was won by Thelma Myre, whose collections were $21.88. Thelma Kiler, won the second with $18.56, while Roberta Picklesimer took the third with $16.57. La Verna Duag won the fourth, and Winifred Beebe and Nellie Harris won the last two. Neumiller Again Heads State Prison Directors SAN QUENTIN, Dec. 19.—Charles L. Neumiller of Stockton yesterday was re-elected president of the state board of prison directors for the eighth time, at the board's annual meeting. His term is one year. The board re-elected James A. Johnston, warden of San Quentin prison, for four more years, and Warden J. J. Smith of Folsom prison for a like period. Relappointments were: M. E. Noon, clerk of the board at San Quentin; A. H. Wright, clerk of the board at Folsom prison, and E. P. Whyte, state parole officer and state agent. Accused Shoplifters' Loot To Be Displayed Last week Mrs. Bertha Harris and Mrs. Bessie Covington were arrested, charged with shoplifting. Yesterday their room was searched by Detective Sergeants Stezriede and Simpson and Private Detective T. E. Alexander. Five trunks filled with expensive merchandise, including women's dresses, capes, coats and other wearing apparel, were found. The alleged loot will be displayed today at police headquarters, where local merchants may identify goods which police feel sure have been stolen here. Influenza Rages Among U.S. Forces On Rhine COBLENZ, Dec. 19.—Major B. A. Miller, chief engineer of the American forces in Germany, died yesterday of pneumonia developing from influenza. He was a native of St Louis. Ninety-two cases of influenza have been admitted to the hospitals. Harding Ready To Free Political Prisoners Now WASHINGTON, Dec. 19.—Before the end of Christmas week President Harding will have pardoned several prominent political prisoners. This action will be followed by the granting of executive clemency to all but a few of the 197 such prisoners as rapidly as the cases can be considered. It was indicated at the White House today that the president will act on Tuesday to release the first of the He stated that Hays had agreed to accept the leadership of the re-organized association of motion picture industry at $100,000 a year for two and a half years. Statements that Hays had accepted were partly confirmed in motion picture circles here but Hays' office maintained a strict silence regarding them. Hays is now said to be "resting up" at some health resort. Game Tickets Selling Fast, Declares Fraser Secretary Malcolm Fraser of the Chamber of Commerce has only a few tickets left for the New Year's football game at Pasadena, he said today. He requests those who desire seats to call him by telephone and make reservations. Millions Involved In Louisiana Oil Suit NEW ORLEANS, Dec. 19.—Oil lands valued at many millions of dollars in Louisiana are involved in the test suit brought by the government, said Attorney General Coco today when apprised of the filing of the motion by Secretary Fall asking for dismissal of a bill for injunction filed by Louisiana to prevent the United States government taking over mineral and oil land patents in this state. The motion would restore ownership to the federal government of mineral rights in property given to the state in congressional grants of 1849 and to other southern states. ‘Spud’ Murphy and Pal Must Serve 50 Years SAN QUENTIN Dec. 19.—The state board of prison directors decreed yesterday that Edmond (Spud) Murphy and Edward Kruvosky, members of a San Francisco gang convicted of attacking two girls in November, last year, should serve fifty years in prison on here. Murphy and Kruvosky had been sentenced by Judge Louis Ward to indeterminate terms of one to fifty pears. The cases of James Carey and Allen McDonald, who were given like sentences, will be acted upon by the prison board next April. David Welch Injured When Hit By Auto David Welch, 215 South West street, was injured when he was struck by an automobile Saturday night. He was taken to the Anaheim Sanitarium and later removed to his home. Dr. Utter, the attending physician, reported today that his patient was getting along nicely. Pacific Electric Would Build Track To Orange The Pacific Electric Railway Company applied to the railroad commission today for authority to construct a single railroad spur track at grade across Maple avenue at the intersection of Cypress street in the city of Orange, to serve the Hammond Lumber Company. Machine Guns To Stop March of Amazon Army PITTSBURG, Kan., Dec. 19.—A squad of national guard machine gunners were rushed to Cherokee, south of here, early today when military and civil authorities received reports that the "Amazon army" was about to renew activities and ruin several mines. Tickets for San Diego Game on Sale Here Representatives of the San Diego Athletic Club visited Anaheim yesterday in response to a suggestion that football tickets for the game December 26 between Center College and University of Arizona be placed on sale here for the convenience of fans wishing to see that classic gridiron struggle. Heying Brothers obtained a few of these tickets, also a plat of the grounds showing their location. A very limited supply was secured for local sale. The game next Monday will be called at 2:15, and parties desiring to motor down should get an early start, it is announced. ADRIAN, Mich., Dec. 19.—Mrs. Mattle Kirhy was found guilty of manslaughter by a jury here today on charges of having caused the death of her daughter's new born illegitimate baby. Harding Ready To Free Political Prisoners Now WASHINGTON, Dec. 19.—Before the end of Christmas week President Harding will have pardoned several prominent political prisoners. This action will be followed by the granting of executive clemency to all but a few of the 197 such prisoners as rapidly as the cases can be considered. It was indicated at the White House today that the president will act on Tuesday to release the first of the men incarcerated since the war days for the expression of their political views. Eugene V. Debs, socialist candidate for the presidency, will probably be the first to receive an executive pardon. Services For J. A. Elston To Be Held Thursday BERKELEY, Dec. 19.—Funeral services for J. Arthur Elston. Congressman from the Alameda County district, whose body was found Thursday in the Potomac River, will be held in Berkeley Thursday, according to announcement today. The body is scheduled to reach his home here Wednesday, escorted by Senators and Representatives from Washington. Long Drought by Million The countenances of Anaheim ranchers today are wreathed in pleasant smiles because of the much needed rain, which began falling Saturday night and fell intermittently Sunday, Sunday night and this morning up to 10 o'clock this morning, according to to the gauge at the Anaheim Sugar Factory, the precipitation since Saturday totals one and forty-hundredths of an inch, the total for the season, three and eighty-hundredth inches, and the total for the same period last year, three and two-hundredth inches. The rain is worth thousands of dollars to the ranchers, according to local growers. Most of the citrus growers had planted cover crops, with the expectation of rains coming much earlier. These crops had been carried along by irrigation at considerable ex- 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. 19, 1921. NO. 29. R CONFESSES GETS $132.25 UNTEERS OF AMERICA It's receipts were check-around that the tag day today for the benefit of America had netted its spirit of giving was the large sum collected by representatives of women pointed out today, requested in the enterprise and grateful to all who contributed toward the one was won by Thelma collections were $21.88, won the second with Roberta Picklesimer took $16.57, La Verna Du-fourth, and Winifred Harris won the last. Mexican Beauty Held by Police as Pickpocket "This is an outrage! I am an honest woman and I can prove it!" shouted a woman as two Fullerton policemen dragged her from the train shortly after midnight Saturday. But the policemen, following out the instructions of the conductor of the train, escorted the indignant and protesting woman to the platform and then to the city jail where she is held as a pickpocket. When the train left Los Angeles en route to San Diego Saturday night, a Mexican woman of striking type and beautifully dressed took a seat by another woman passenger and in broken English offered her a newspaper to read. She read awhile and fell asleep. She awakened shortly before reaching Fullerton. Seven dollars had been taken from her pocketbook. The Mexican woman moved to another seat in the coach with a Mexican man. The woman reported the loss to the train officials who sent word ahead. MEXICAN ADMITS PART IN ROBBERY HERE AND NAMES 3 ACCOMPLICES Two Men Now Held In San Diego On Grand Larceny Charges Helped In Daring Job Here. Jose Murrietta, arrested here a month ago when four men Again Heads Prison Directors IN, Dec. 19.—Charles of Stockton yesterday president of the state directors for the board's annual term is one year. The James A. Johnston, Quentin prison, for inmates, and Warden J. J. are prison for a like peo-nts were: M. E. Noon, guard at San Quentin; clerk of the board at and E. P. Whyte, state and state agent. Lifters' To Be Displayed s. Bertha Harris andington were arrested, shoplifting. ir room was searched by agents Stearliede and private Detective T. E. foot will be displayed headquarters, where may identify goodsel sure have been filled with expensive including women'scoats and other wearare found. foot will be displayed headquarters, where may identify goodsel sure have been filled with expensive including women'scoats and other wearare found. Images Among Forces On Rhine Dec. 19.—Major B. A. nineer of the American army, died yesterday of developing from influenza native of St. Louis.s of influenza have to the hospitals. Ready To Free Prisoners Now N. Dec. 19.—Before Christmas week President have pardoned severalical prisoners. This followed by the grant-clemency to all but a much prisoners as rapes can be considered.at the White House president will act on case the first of the testing woman to the platform and then to the city jail where she is held as a pickpocket. When the train left Los Angeles en route to San Diego Saturday night, a Mexican woman of striking type and beautifully dressed took a seat by another woman passenger and in broken English offered her a newspaper to read. She read awhile and fell asleep.She awakened shortly before reaching Fullerton. Seven dollars had been taken from her pocketbook. The Mexican woman moved to another seat in the coach with a Mexican man. The woman reported the loss to the train officials who sent word ahead to the police of Fullerton to take the Mexican woman in charge when the train arrived there.The conductor secured the names of several of the passengers, including Stanley Curtis of the Kustiner Clothing Store and Johnson Roberts of Santa Ana, as witnesses.The names of both women are being withheld by the police. FIGHT TO SAVE BURCH FROM GALLOWS IS STARTED LOS ANGELES, Dec. 19.—The fight to save Arthur C. Burch from the gallows was scheduled to begin today in Superior Judge Sidney N. Reeve's court. At the opening of the Kennedy murder trial today, it was reported that the prosecution would ask permission to put in additional testimony before the defense began. Counsel for the accused collegian expected to call twenty witnesses to prove Burch innocent of the "midnight murder" of John Belton Kennedy, broker, at Beverly Glen on August 5. Two weeks' time will probably be consumed.Paul Schenck, chief defense attorney, indicated today. It seemed improbable that the Burch case would go to the jury before the first of the year. Immediately upon its completion,Madalynne Obenchain,Northwestern University beauty,will be placed on trial for alleged complicity in the same murder. HENRY FORD WILL GET DECISION ON OFFER IN NEAR FUTURE WASHINGTON, Dec. 19.—A final decision on the offer of Henry Ford for the government nitrate and power plant at Muscle Shoale,Ala.,will be made shortly.it was indicated today at the war department.Shortly after noon today.Secretary of War Weeks went into conference with W.B.Mayo and J.W.Worthington,Ford engineers;Secretary of Commerce Hoover and Major General Lansing Jose Murrietta, arrested here a month ago when four men were found attempting to rob the Prince Store,has confessed his part in the offense and has implicated three other men, according to a statement made this afternoon by Sheriff C.E.Jackson,Antonio Mariaz and Mike Rivera,now held in the San Diego jail in connection with the robbery of the Huffman Store at Escondido two weeks ago.were named by Murrietta as accomplices,the sheriff said.The fourth man, whose name could not be obtained, is being sought by county officers. Murrietta's confession came after a thorough investigation by Sheriff Jackson.The Mexican has been held in the county jail since his arrest here the night of November 18.He was caught after a hot chase through the city streets. Were Loading Automobile The men were loading an automobile with clothing from the Prince store when they were discovered,about 4 o'clock in the morning,bred Anderson,caretake.of the California Theater,who was completing his jantor work.A man standing guard at the corner of an alley attracted his attention and investigation revealed the men at work in the rear of the store.Anderson telephoned the police station and gave the alarm.Officers Choate and Moody responded immediately and gave chase to the men and,after trailing a cloud of dust throughthe west part of town,overtook Murrietta in an automobile He refused to give his name and no ownership tag could be found on the car.A jug of narcotics was found in the automobile. The other men escaped and the first clue to their identity came in Murrietta's confession.All of the clothes taken from the Prince Store were recovered.It was estimated that approximately $5,000 worth of ready-to-wear apparel would have been taken by the thieves. Loot Is Recovered Investigation following the attempted robbery revealed that the northeast door of the Prince Store had been jimmed and then the door leading to the alley opened from the inside. The arrest of Mariaz and Rivera came shortly after the robbery of the Huffman Store at Escondido.Nearly all of the loot, which was valued at thousands of dollars, has been recovered. DECISION ON OFFER IN NEAR FUTURE WASHINGTON. Dec. 19.—A final decision on the offer of Henry Ford for the government nitrate and power plant at Muscle Shoale, Ala., will be made shortly. It was indicated today at the war department. Shortly after noon today, Secretary of War Weeks went into conference with W. B. Mayo and J. W. Worthington, Ford engineers; Secretary of Commerce Hoover and Major General Lansing Beach, chief of army engineers and Brigadier General Taylor, assistant chief of army engineers. Swinging Telephone Pole Endangers Lives Here A large telephone pole at the corner of Los Angeles and Chartres street has rotted off at the bottom and is being held up only by the wires. The pole in that position endangers the lives of any who may be passing, police say, and will be taken down immediately. David said in his haste that all men were liars. It would have sounded better had he taken time to say that they were diplomats. Drought Broken Million Dollar Rain Nances of Anaheim are wreathed in pleasae of the much needeegan falling Saturday intermittently Sunday, and this morning up to morning, according to the Anaheim Sugar precipitation since Sathe and forty-hundreths total for the season, one same period last two-hundreth inches, and the same period last two-hundreth inches, and worth thousands of dollars, according to local of the citrus growers her crops, with the exons coming much earrops had been carried on at considerable ex pense. This rain will cause the cover crop to start a new growth, will clean up the trees and put the orchards generally in fine condition. It will also be of great benefit to the dry farmers. The rainfall was general over tae state and fell in such manner that it soaked into the ground. No damage from the winds or soft soil has been reported. The precipitation at Santa Ana was one and seventy-seven hundreth of an inch, while that at Los Angeles was only fifty hundreth. It was stated at the office of the City manager this morning that the city contemplated putting in a rain gauge, but the arrangements for the instrument and for keeping the record have not yet been completed. GUARDSWOULD AVERT SECOND NEW YORK BOMB OUTRAGE NEW YORK. Dec. 19.—Special armed guards were on duty today at the New York stock exchange, the sub treasury and other buildings in the financial district, while Wall street was on tip toe in expectation o fanother bomb outrage. According to an abnymous letter of warning received last week by Charles T. Morgan, a broker, the stock exchange and an area extending five blocks around it was to be dynamited today.