anaheim-gazette 1873-04-05

Southern California SATURDAY, APRIL 5, 1873 ANAHEIM POST-OFFICE. Corner Center and Lemon streets—Wm., M. Higgins, P.M. Office hours, 8 A.M.-until 5 P.M. Northern Mail—Arrives d'y. (Sund's ex.) 12 M. —Closes — (Mond's), 12 M. Southern — Arrives ( ), 9 A.M. —Closes — (Sund's), 9 P.M. SPECIAL NOTICE. Mr, E. A. Pullen is authorised to collect all moneys due the Southern Californian. Richard Melrose. LOCAL INTELLIGENCE. The Agave Americana. To those who are fond of flowers a rare pleasure is in store. At Schmidt’s nursery on Centre street can be seen a maguey (century plant) which is now shooting up its great blossom-stalk, preparatory to putting forth its magnificent greenish-white blossoms. We remember about a year ago of reading an article in some paper on this plant, and being an ardent lover of botany, we can recall to our memory some facts in regard to it that may not prove uninteresting. The name given to it by scientists is Agave Americana or American aloe, and for many years a belief existed that it bloomed only once in a hundred years, and hence its name of the century plant. Being a tropical plant, not furnishing a meeting of this club was held on Tuesday April 1st, President Brown in the chair. Four new names were proposed and received as members. A communication of the Fairview Farmers’ Club was read and placed on file. The squirrel and gopher subject was discussed by various members of the club. Mr. Rice recommended strychnine as the best exterminator, if properly managed, while other members thought that cats and water were equally as good. President Brown said that the cats were mysteriously killed, and it was suggested that the badgers and wild cats were the destroyers. A. A. Talkington offered the following resolution: That this club recommend each member to take some measure to destroy rabbits, squirrels and gophers, provided that if strychnine is used, it be put out on Saturday evening and Sunday. The subject for discussion at next meeting “Co-operation.” A committee of five members was appointed to report at the next meeting of the club, the number of trees and vines planted in this district. Adjourned for one week. E.R. Nicoles Sec'y. School Matters.—We have been informed that an effort will be made by those residents living north of Anaheim, to withdraw from the Anaheim school district, and form one of their own. We have not had time to thoroughly examine the matter, but it seems to us at the first glance, that such a course article in some paper on this plant, and being an ardent lover of botany, we can recall to our memory some facts in regard to it that may not prove uninteresting. The name given to it by scientists is Agave Americana or American aloe, and for many years a belief existed that it bloomed only once in a hundred years, and hence its name of the century plant. Being a tropical plant and not flourishing in cold countries, this belief is easily accounted for, but in a land of sunshine like this, it may be expected to bloom every ten years. In Sonora and Southern Arizona it is commonly called mescal, from the liquor of that name which is made from it, and a very good substitute for bad whisky it is. Another liquor called the pulque is also made from it in Mexico, which is recommended by the physicians of that country to consumptives and others requiring a mild stimulant. This pulque has been the national beverage of the Aztecs for many centuries. In appearance it is a milky-white fluid, very unpalatable to the taste, and intoxicating in the highest degree. The blossom stalk shoots up with wonderful rapidity; that in Schmidt's nursery having grown a foot in two days. In Mexico it attains a height of from twenty to thirty feet, when hundreds of pale greenish-white blossoms are developed. But as it exhausted with its effort it soon begins to fade and droop, and in a few days it withers away and dies. In Albany about thirty years ago one of these century plants burst into bloom, and the event occasioned great wonder. Hundreds of persons from all parts of the United States came to look upon this marvellous plant. In Oakland some four years ago, one of them bloomed and so great was the rush of visitors to see it, that twenty-five cents was charged for that privilege, the proceeds being given to some benevolent association. Many interesting facts have escaped our memory in regard to the manifold uses to which this wonderful plant is put to in its native home—Mexico, School Matters.—We have been informed that an effort will be made by those residents living north of Anaheim, to withdraw from the Anaheim school district, and form one of their own. We have not had time to thoroughly examine the matter, but it seems to us at the first glance, that such a course would be highly desirable. The daily attendance of children at the school during the month of March, was one hundred and sixteen. The school accommodations are entirely inadequate for this number, and unless a new district is formed, it will be necessary to levy a tax of at least one thousand dollars, to be expended in buying a lot and erecting another school-building to accommodate the rapidly increasing schools wants of this growing place. We will examine into this matter further and give our views in regard to it, and as it is a matter in which every good citizen feels an interest, we would be glad to have them express their views. New Furniture Store.—We take pleasure in calling the attention of our readers to the advertisement of the furniture store and factory recently established in the town of Los Angeles by Messrs. Dotter & Lord. The Express in describing at length the various details of their immense establishment, winds up as follows: "No one can go through the extensive and well-filled ware-rooms of this establishment without being astonished at the variety, richness and elegance of the stock; nor visit the workshops without being gratified at the encouraging intrenchment of home industry upon importations in this business from the large commercial centres. The efforts to establish gradually a large furniture factory here is worthy of all encouragement." A Fight.—On last Saturday afternoon a couple of drunken Mexi- Blochman & Co. Our local news thousands of ordeason. The burning coco has been resumed more plenty. Henry Watson 447 acres in Lo for $5,000. Philip Davis San Francisco w goods. Joshua Pool. wants the CA him. The "Heathcott strawberries are fifty-five cents a We have a midst. The gen facturing whip-l A straggling tion, in the former er has found his A valuable Mr. W. R Old vailing disease, The town lots addition to Ana demand. Don't A visit from a A. N. Wilson of ways a pleasure. The Anahein Havilah. Theyitor of the Min thereat. A petition is signed by resident in favor of ret county road from Angeles. Don't pay you presents his bill to receive such aid of the typograph ed 'em. Messrs. Harp removed to No "Downey Block vertisement. Rev. Philip that Services w Catholic church States came to look upon this marvellous plant. In Oakland some four years ago, one of them bloomed and so great was the rush of visitors to see it, that twenty-five cents was charged for that privilege, the proceeds being given to some benevolent association. Many interesting facts have escaped our memory in regard to the manifold uses to which this wonderful plant is put in its native home—Mexico, but the fact of its so rarely being seen in bloom, warrants this extended notice. A Joke.—We claim to have perpetrated the best joke of the season. We started out to collect some little bills on Tuesday the first of April. This action on our part caused considerable merriment around town. We are always ready to laugh at a good thing, but in this instance, the result of our collecting tour did not justify any great degree of hilarity on our part. New Schedule.—We received too late for insertion this week the Schedule of the P. M. S. S. Co. for April. The steamer Pacific will leave San Francisco to-day, and returning sail from San Pedro on the 10th of April. The steamer Orizaba sails from San Francisco, April 11th. For the very best Photographs, go to Bradley and Rulofson's gallery without Stairs. Ascend in the elevator, 429 Montgomery-st., San Francisco. A Fight.—On last Saturday afternoon a couple of drunken Mexicans got into a dispute "wid fists" opposite the "Salon de la Independencia." The sport was prematurely interrupted by the arrival of Constable Pullen who collared the belligerents and marched them to the Justice shop of Judge Clark. That official being engaged on some other case, they were locked up in an adjoining room until the business on hand had been disposed of. Here one of the hombres attempted to renew the battle by shying an inkstand at his opponent's head. For this offence he was fined three dollars, and it appearing that his opponent was the agressor in the previous melee, that individual was mulleted in the sum of twelve dollars, which he promptly failed to pay, but went to jail instead. School Trustees.—An election for School Trustees will be held the latter part of the present month, Mr. John P. Zeyn's term having expired. Mr. Zeyn has been an efficient School Trustee for the past six years, and no better selection could be made, if he can be induced to again accept the position. Fleinigheten, Big crops. Another rain brewing. The camphor bottle says no. The barometer is falling. Our friend Hazard is in town. We have received no Express this week. What is the matter? Jack Frost was amongst the vineyards Thursday night. Frank Lecuvreur will be in town on Monday. Free Lunch at Max Nebelung's to night. See advertisement of Dotter and Lord, new to-day. No teams to be had in the livery stables. The Anaheim Hotel has been re-stocking and refitting its bar. No letter yet from our special correspondent in Arizona. The feed on "Los Alamitos" is splendid. Languedoc Almonds thrive well around Anaheim. Read the notice of Langenberger, Blochman & Co. Our local nurseries have sold thousands of orange trees this season. The burning of the midnight lamp has been resumed. Coal oil is once more plenty. Henry Watson to J. F. Barham; 447 acres in Los Angeles County, for $5,000. Barter's Parewell. [On Monday last, the patrons of the Star were notified in the columns of that paper that Mr. Hamilton, the former proprietor, had resumed its publication. On the same evening there appeared in the Express the following article written by Mr. Barter. In memory of the kindly feelings which have existed between us, we accord to his valedictory address a place in our columns, feeling as we do, that his misfortunes require thus much of our friendship. Now that he is under a cloud, we express to him our sympathy in his disaster, for as poor Jo, standing by the gateway of the little church-yard in Tomall-alone's, said, "He was werry kind to us, he was." Editor.] VALEDICTORY. We take this means of saying farewell to the readers of the Star, and to announce a suspension of the paper under our management. The depressive tendency of the times, the low rates of advertising, together with the accumulation of private debts, have caused this result. We shall see that the Star property is equally divided among creditors, and expect that they will receive at least seventy-five cents on the dollar. Eighteen months since the Star was purchased by us for $5,000. Three thousand dollars of this amount have been paid by us on account. We abandon the hope of recovery of even a moiety of this sum. We abandon all our means. SPECIAL NOTICE THE ANNUAL TEACHING INSTITUTE mimes at the New High School. All mime days of April meet at his school teachers are required to be in education. There is no license will be given to national Church. In consultation with J. M. Gaina, Dr. N. Lacky and mail on the evenings of the 16th, 18th and 24th April. W. M. M. Co. New York Anaheim, March 23rd, 1873. Special Notice THE PARTNERSHIP now existing undersigned, will be discharged by me on the 21st day of the present month. All parties having running accounts to settle, by cash, if possible, other their notes. All persons swing not upon to pay up, or renew the same. A. LANGLEY B. DREYFET Anaheim, March 1, 1873. For Sale, in Galleria THE UNDERSIGNED offer for sale: Shop and the lot it occupies, to complete set of blacksmith tools in the House and Lot will be sold separately Cheap for Cash. FRANKEL BRONX meh15-1m A Good Business Opportunity THE LOS ANGELES SKATING RINK together with the right to use the Skate for the county! Will sell right skates in Any Portion of the county. For particulars, Inquire of G. W. MORGAN meh15-1m Temple Block. ELECTION NOTICE NOTICE is hereby given to the qualifying Newport School District that will be held on the 26th day of April at which will be submitted the question a tax to furnish Newport District and build a fence around the same necessary to raise for this purpose ($500), and the rate of taxation newlevied will be seventy (79) cents upon taxable property in the District. The open all the Public School House, hours of 10 A.M., 2 p.m., 4 p.m., 6 p.m., 8 p.m., 10 p.m., 12 p.m., 14 p.m., 16 p.m., 18 p.m., 20 p.m., 22 p.m., 24 p.m., 26 p.m., 28 p.m., 30 p.m., 32 p.m., 34 p.m., 36 p.m., 38 p.m., 40 p.m., 42 p.m., 44 p.m., 46 p.m., 48 p.m., 50 p.m., 52 p.m., 54 p.m., 56 p.m., 58 p.m., 60 p.m., 62 p.m., 64 p.m., 66 p.m., 68 p.m., 70 p.m., 72 p.m., 74 p.m., 76 p.m., 78 p.m., 80 p.m., 82 p.m., 84 p.p., 86 p.p., 88 p.p., 90 p.p., 92 p.p., 94 p.p., 96 p.p., 98 p.p., 100 p.p., 102 p.p., 104 p.p., 106 p.p., 108 p.p., 110 p.p., 112 p.p., 114 p.p., 116 p.p., 118 p.p., 120 p.p., 122 p.p., 124 p.p., 126 p.p., 128 p.p., 130 p.p., 132 p.p., 134 p.p., 136 p.p., 138 p.p., 140 p.p., 142 p.p., 144 p.p., 146 p.p., 148 p.p., Blochman & Co. Our local nurseries have sold thousands of orange trees this season. The burning of the midnight lamp has been resumed. Coal oil is once more plenty. Henry Watson to J. F. Barham; 447 acres in Los Angeles County, for $5,000. Philip Davis has returned from San Francisco with a fresh stock of goods. Joshua Pool, Greensburg, Indiana, wants the Californian sent to him. The "Heathen Chinee" retails strawberries around town at twenty-five cents a pound. We have a new industry in our midst. The genial Clark is manufacturing whip-lashes. A straggling remnant of civilization, in the form of an organ-grinder has found his way into town. A valuable horse belonging to Mr. W. R Oldin, died of the provailing disease, on Monday last. The town lots in Bremmerman's addition to Anaheim are in great demand. Don't all speak at once. A visit from a gentleman like Mr. A. N. Wilson of Los Angeles, is always a pleasure. The Anaheim Brass Band are in Havilah. They serenaded the editor of the Miner, and he gushes thereat. A petition is being numerously signed by residents of Santa Ana, in favor of retaining the present county road from Anaheim to Los Angeles. Don't pay your butcher until he presents his bill. It is a pleasure to receive such an elegant specimen of the typographical art. We print 'em. Messrs. Harper & Dalton have removed to No 81 Main street, "Downey Block." Read their advertisement. Rev. Philip Farley informs us that Services will be held in the Catholic church on the 13th. of shall see that the Star property is equally divided among creditors, and expect that they will receive at least seventy-five cents on the dollar. Eighteen months since the Star was purchased by us for $5,000. Three thousand dollars of this amount have been paid by us on account. We abandon the hope of recovery of even a moiety of this sum. We abandon all our means to our creditors, and after three years of unparalleled labor in this county we voluntarily abandon each and every prospect; but we do not forego the hope of again taking our proper station among men else where, in some honorable capacity. Scarcely a living soul beside ourself knows of the endurance which we have displayed or the mental torture we have suffered, and all for naught; for we leave the City of the Angels absolutely penniless. Some few there are from whom we regret to part—we fear they are but a noble few. We thank them for their sympathy, and assure them that it shall never be forgotten. Since our residence here, we have stood in the shadow of troubles which have caused men to turn their eyes upon us to see how we bore it, and we have often seen them turn away their eyes again without manifestation of emotion. Either we have not been properly understood by the majority of the people here, or else we have not properly understood ourselves. Upon this delicate question we have an opinion, but for the public we leave the subject as we find it—an open one. Very respectfully, Geo. W. BARTER. BABBITT METAL—We would call the attention of farmers and blacksmiths generally to the advertisement of "Babbitt Metal for sale." In making ready their machinery to take off the growing crops of grain, it may be necessary to reline the different boxes attached to their shaftings and in case they do, as Mrs Toodles says: "It will be so handy to have it in the house." It is for sale very cheap. presents his bill. It is a pleasure to receive such an elegant specimen of the typographical art. We print ed 'em. Messrs. Harper & Dalton have removed to No 81 Main street, "Downey Block." Read their advertisement. Rev. Philip Farley informs us that Services will be held in the Catholic church on the 13th. of April, instead of the 6th., as announced in the last issue. Paul Rickman has sold his interest in the "Ocean House" at Anaheim Landing to Martin Classen who in conjunction with Otto Evers will continue the business. The propelling apparatus attached to Dravsen and Boege's wagon ran away last Monday, broke one of the shafts and damaged his shins. Mr. Goodman of the firm of Goodman and Rimpan, contemplates a visit to San Francisco, for the purpose of replenishing their stock. If He who rules this earthly sphere, Should punish us, while yet we're here For all our sins, We'd bow ourselves to his decree Of punishment — except it be A pair of twins. But should this ever be our fate, We'd like to have them made of slate, Purchase we could. Or have 'em made of cast-iron—wrought Or better still, ah! happy thought, Make them of Woom. District Court—Widney, Judge. Fischer, Admiral. v. O. Barger—judgment and decree filed. Lusus Nature. — There is in M. O. Boyle's nursery, a Languedoc almond tree, one year old from the seed, which has upon it an almond, perfectly developed. It is almost incredible, but then, there is nothing impossible for California and more particularly for that portion of the State, immediately around Anaheim. Thanks. — It will be seen by reference to the proceedings of the Richland Farmers' Club, that a committee of five have been appointed for the purpose of ascertaining the quantity of trees and vines planted in that district. This is in compliance with our request in the last issue, and we thank them for their promptness in thus obliging us. We are also indebted to Mr. Nicoles for the minutes of the proceedings of the club, and we would suggest to the Secretary of the Fairview Club to do likewise. Born. Straightout. On Saturday March 22nd, to the wife of D. Stredhoff, a son. SPECIAL NOTICES. SPECIAL NOTICE. ANNUAL TEACHING INSTITUTE will commence at the New High School, Los Angeles, on the day of April next month. All public teachers are required to be present. An extension is extended to all who have an interest in the Institute. Instructor will be given in the Council, in connection with the curriculum, Galena, Dr. N. T. Lucky and J. R. McCorman, the premises of the 15th, 16th, and 17th W. M. MCADAMEN, Co., Surry, or Simonsa, March 25th, 1873. Special Notice. PARTNERSHIP now existing between the agreed, will be discharged by mutual consent. The day of the present month of March, when having running accounts are requested by cash, if possible; otherwise, by giving notes. All persons swing notes will be called pay up, or rushed the name. A. LANGENBERGER, B. DREYFUS. For Sale, in Gallatin. UNDERSIGNED offer for sale a Blacksmith shop and the lot it occupies, together with a set of blacksmithing tools. If desired, use and Lot will be sold separate. Terms—or Cash—FRANKEL BEOS., Gallatin. Good Business Opportunity. LOS ANGELES SKATING RINK FOR SALE, together with the right to use the Plympton county. Will sell right to use the Any Portion of the county. Particulars, Inquire of G. W. MORGAN, Agent. Temple Block, Los Angeles. ELECTION NOTICE. It is hereby given to the qualified electors Newport School District, that an election held on the 26th day of April, A. D. 1873, will be submitted the question of voting furnish Newport District school house, a fence around the same. It will be to raise for this purpose the sum of and the rate of taxation necessary to be be seventy (70) cents upon the $100 of property in the District. The polls will be at the Public School House, between the 10th and 4th. MISCELLANEOUS. THE BANK. W.M. WORKMAN, F.P.F. TEMPLE. TEMPLE & WORKMAN, Bankers. TEMPLE BLOCK, LOS ANGELES. Receive Deposits and have their Certificates transmitted a General Banking Business. Draw on the London and San Francisco Bank (Limited) at San Francisco. EXCHANGE FOR SALE ON NEW YORK. LONDON PARIS AND HAMBURG. LEGAL TENDERS, BULLION, GOLD DUST, and Government, State, County and City Bonds Bought and Sold. Receive Valuables for safe keeping. FARMERS' AND MERCHANTS' BANK, OF — LOS ANGELES. BANK CAPITAL, - $500,000. JOHN G. DOWNEY..... I RESIDENT. ISAIS W. HELLMAN..... CASHIER. Exchange for Sale on ELECTION NOTICE. It is hereby given to the qualified electors Newport School District, that an election held on the 28th day of April, A.D. 1873, will be submitted the question of voting furnish Newport District school house, and a fence around the same. It will be raised for this purpose the sum of and the rate of taxation necessary to be be seventy (70) cents upon the $100 of property in the District. The polls will be the Public School House, between the 100 A.M. and 4 P.M. Hickey, Tedford, Culler, District-School Trustees. Mar 29th-St. NOTICE. We will be a meeting of the citizens south-eastern portion of Los Angeles without regard to political held at Anaheim, on Saturday, day of April next, to consult and much measures as may be deemed to be pursued in relation to the of the county; also to select one date to be supported for the next future, if thought best by said meetmen convened. All interested in Division are invited to attend. G. H. Spurreon, M. Callisher, W. H. Spurgeon, A. L. Bush, A. Travis, J. J. Johnson, M. L. Goodman, R. Luedke, A. CLARK, Dealer in BKS, STATIONERY, Anoy Goods, Anaheim, for Averill's Chemical Paint; also, for Francisco dailies and weeklies, and East-dicals. Violins, Albums, Gold Pens, Candles, me a call. tf dec20 OF LOS ANGELES. BANK CAPITAL, - $500,000. JOHN G. DOWNEY... I RESIDENT. ISAIS W. HELLMAN... CASHIER. Exchange for Sale on SAN FRANCISCO. FRANKFORT, NEW YORK. HAMBURG. LONDON. BERLIN. DUBLIEN. PARIS Receive Deposits, and issue their certificates BUY AND SELL LEGAL TENDERS. GOVERNMENT STATE AND COUNTY BONDS, Will also pay the highest price for Gold and Silver Bullion. From and after this date, on all monies left us serm deposit, interest will be allowed. Los Angeles, April 13, 1870. ANAHEIM MEAT MARKET, Draysen & Borge,... Proprietors. Having bought out the interest of Mr. Frank M. Holmesley in the Anaheim-Market, the undersigned will continue the same henceforth under their own name, and hope that by strict attention to business, and their earnest endeavors to please and satisfy their customers they will enjoy a share of the public patronage. Ample arrangements have been made for constant supplies of first-class cattle, hogs and sheep, an assortment of which may be daily found at their shop on Center street. Anaheim, Novr 25, 1872. {LOUIS DRAYSEN. HENRY A. BOEJE. VINEYARD FOR SALE AT ANAHEIM. A Full Bearing Vineyard, THIRTEEN YEARS OLD, containing a fraction over twenty acres, with good buildings (including a residence valued at $2,000), will be sold Cheap For Cash, on reasonable terms, by L. Roeder of Los Angeles, or G. Lorenz, Anaheim. Title: Warranty Deed. Great Inducements THIRTEEN YEARS OLD, containing a fraction over twenty acres, with good buildings (including a residence valued at $2,000), will be sold Cheap For Cash, on reasonable terms, by L. Roeder of Los Angeles, or G. Lorenz, Anaheim. Title, Warranty Deed. Great Inducements Will be offered, and those desiring a homestead producing 20,000 gallons of wine annually, in the lovely village of Anaheim, would do well to investigate this offer and terms of sale. STEINHART & BRO Anaheim Hotel building. Have just received a large and well selected stock of FAMILY GROCERIES, HARDWARE, TOBACCO, SEGARS, CROCKERY, DRY GOODS, CLOTHING, BOOTS & SHOES, HATS & CAPS, All of which they will sell cheap FOR CASH lower rates than any store in Anaheim. All kinds of produce taken in exchanges on Dec 13 72