anaheim-gazette 1873-05-10

Southern Californian GEO. C. KNOX ... EDITOR. SATURDAY ... MAY 10 1873 L. P. FISHER, 20 and 21 New Merchants' Exchange is our authorized Agent in San Francisco COUNTY DIVISION CENTRAL COMMITTEE: GEO. C. KNOX Chairman: A. L. BUSH, W. R. HERGSON E.W. CHAMPLIN FOR MEMBER OF THE LEGISLATURE A. L. BUSH, OF SANTA ANA. General Appearance of the Country-Benefits of Irrigation--The Prospect. Notwithstanding the severe frosts and extremely cold weather, occurring during the past month, we are happy to state that the fears, so generally felt, last the agricultural interests of the valley of the Santa Ana had received a serious set back thereby, have not been realized. The injury which the crops have received, has been not so much from cold, as from the hot, drying East winds, prevailing during the latter part of the month and from an insufficient rainfall during the season. Wherever it was possible to supply the lack of water by artificial means, either through ditches from the river or from artesian wells, the crops of grain are thriving nicely and give promise of a most abundant yield. It is generally conceded that to farm successfully in Southern California, the land must be irrigated and although this fact is becoming more and more apparent with each year, no serious efforts have as yet been made by the large landowners on this side of the river, at least, to enhance the value of their property. EDITORIAL NOTES. On Thursday it was announced by telephone that one among the few remaining who had under the able tuition of Chico Webster and their conferences, taken the first lessons in Statesmanship, had obeyed the dread summons of the great enemy mankind and had been placed on the rostral of our honored dead. Salmon P. Chase of Ohio, and Chief Justice of the United States died May 7th. Mr. Chase was nearly seventy years of age, thirty-five which he had passed in office. He was many years a member of the United States Senate from Ohio, and was appointed President Lincoln, Secretary of the Treasury during the early part of the late civil war. Under his administration of the Treasury Department, green-backs were first placed in circulation. After retiring from the Cabinet, he was appointed Mr. Lincoln, Chief Justice of the United States—a position which he held at time of his death. He was a man of rafters and belonged to, the old regime Statesmen who served their country in honor's sake and not for money. Hold positions of high trust during a period which has been rife with the spirit of peculiaction and malfeasance in office; no stain will ever brought against his fair fame. He it can be truthfully said he was gentleman, an honest man and a worth efficient servant to the people. We have never yet had clearly impressed upon our understanding what were their duties incumbent upon the officials of the Land Offices; whether it was intended that they should assist citizens of the United States in obtaining proper title to the government lands or whether it was their sole duty to make all the more possible for themselves. From the general style of conducting business in the different offices which have come under notice we incline to the belief that Wherever it was possible to supply the lack of water by artificial means, either through ditches from the river or from aresian wells, the crops of grain are thriving nicely and give promise of a most abundant yield. It is generally conceded that to farm successfully in Southern California, the land must be irrigated and although this fact is becoming more and more apparent with each year, no serious efforts have as yet been made by the large landowners on this side of the river, at least, to enhance the value of their property and to facilitate the sale of their land by the construction of a large canal whereby the whole of the valley could be placed under successful cultivation. That this ditch will eventually be built is believed by all. It is merely a question of time and money. What a striking contrast is presented to the eye of the traveler, going Northward, as leaving the sterile and desert-like mesas of San Diego county, he enters the plain of the San Joaquin and secs in the far distance the green and thriving fields of the Richland settlement. A few years ago nothing could be seen but one vast waste, destitute of tree or house, and now the road winds through fields of waving grain, past young vineyards and orchards of semi-tropical fruits, and on all sides are evidences of growth and prosperity attendant upon irrigation. This magical change has been produced by the enterprise and energy of one man, A. B. Chapman, of Los Angeles, who, by the construction of the Chapman Ditch, and by a practical demonstration of the capability of the valley when irrigated, has in enriching himself proved a benefactor to the entire farming community. Around and in Anaheim, irrigation has produced the same effect and insures to the tiller of the soil a like reward for his labor. Dry years, dastrous in their consequences in other sections of the State, are in reality beneficial to the valley of the Santa Ana. Short crops make high prices and as, in this section the crops on irrigated lands never fail, our farmers reap large pecuniary advantages from the misfortunes of those living in less favored localities. With the exception of the grape crop, which was slightly injured by by the frost, there is every prospect that the present season will agreeably disappoint the doubters of a few weeks ago and that the harvest of 1873 will prove highly remunerative to all engaged in agricultural pursuits. The "Ring" Uneasy. The "ring" and its slaves in Los Angeles are becoming uneasy at the strength which is being daily developed by the advocates of county division. They see that in this end of the county the people are united and resolved to do their utmost efficient servant to the people. We have never yet had clearly impressed upon our understanding what were their duties incumbent upon the officials of the Land Offices; whether it was intended that they should assist citizens of the United States in obtaining proper title to the government lands or whether it was their sole duty to make all the more possible for themselves. From the general style of conducting business in the different offices which have come under notice we incline to the belief that their latter view is correct. Our attention has been attracted time and again by complaints made by parties: who have first pre-emption claims, that advantage has been taken of their ignorance of the proper steps to pursue to procure titles to their homesteads, and that other parties who are always invisible, have laid claim to the same tracts. What is the reason this? Is it because the Government, following its usual custom, pays so small salary, that it is absolutely necessary financier in order to obtain a living? Is it because Land officials are natural and instinctively imbued with the spirit peculation? The revulsion of public sentiments attendant upon the escape of murder after murderer from the clutches of law, has been proved to be based upon firm and lasting foundation On yesterdays Devine alias the "Chicken" suffered capital punishment in San Francisco. Stork has been refused a new trial by the Supreme court of New York and will probably sentenced in a short time. Through the whole country murderers now recrigid and impartial justice at the hands their peers and have ceased to feel hope, based upon a mistaken mercy fluencing either the Executive or Judiciary. The result of this decision is greatly beneficial to the welfare society in general. But a few months after the columns of every city paper so keen with homicides that the mind ceased receive a shock therefrom; now promptness with which punishment mated out, has almost repressed the rigid craving to take life. We learn by a telegram from Memphis, that the murderer of the Confederate General, Hindman, of Arkansas has been arrested. General Hindman, taking command of the District of Kansas, found the soldier in a disorganized and demoralized condition and insisting discipline and order incurred a displeasure of the disaffected Arkansas by his stern and rigid measures. After the close of civil war, and after seven years ago he was shot and instantly killed by a midnight assassin, while sitting with his wife and children at the fair fireside. His murderer successfully mutilated his escape at the time; but now after many years have elapsed the retribution that has been slowly following his for steps has overtaken him and the truth the old proverb is again verified—much will out. The charges made against Charles Long, Minister to Japan in the column The "Ring" Uneasy. The "ring" and its slaves in Los Angeles are becoming uneasy at the strength which is being daily developed by the advocates of county division. They see that in this end of the county the people are united and resolved to do their utmost to succeed; they are aware that in their own strong-hold—Los Angeles—there is a large party who, in order to obtain our assistance to defeat them, are willing to send to the Legislature a gentleman openly committed to the measure, and consequently they exhibit a great deal of uneasiness at the hand-writing which is slowly, but surely, being traced upon the wall, and which tells them that their day of power is coming at last to an end. The only manner in which they can prevent disaster from overwhelming them, is by creating division in our ranks, and, by appealing to our passions or our prejudice, render unavailing the effort which is being made to become free and independent of a monopoly. It behooves us therefore to remember the many fair promises made by them during past campaigns and broken almost as soon as uttered. It behooves us to allow nothing to destroy the unanimity of spirit which at present exists, and keeping our own counsels, to listen to no words or pledges from the enemy. It behooves us to ignore, for the time being, all feelings of personal prejudice or dislike and to bear ever in mind that our endeavors are directed to the accomplishment of an important measure and not for the aggrandizement of the individual. If we are defeated in the present campaign, to ourselves must be attributed the disaster; for at no time has there been so much dissension and dissatisfaction with the powers that-be as at present exists through the length and breadth of Los Angeles county- BY TELEGRAPH. San Francisco, May 7.—Charles Mortimer, under sentence of death at Sacramento, is again assuming insanity. He is sentenced to be hanged on the 15th of May. He has made four attempts at suicide. The remains of Lieut. Sherwood were forwarded to Buffalo this morning. It is expected that the remains of General Canby will reach this city on the 12th inst. A room in the Army Headquarters on O'Farrell street will be fitted up to receive them. Washington, May 7.—Chief Justice Chase died at Washington, today, of apoplexy. John A. Bingham is spoken of as candidate for Russia, in place of James L. Orr. New Iberia, La., May 7.—The condition of affairs in Louisiana continues to give the greatest concern to the authorities. To-day three Metropolitans were killed and four wounded within two squares of the Court House, where Col. Badger has concentrated his forces. The citizens are collecting, and coming from every direction, armed, and prepared for any emergency. Kellogg and his officers have been indicted by the grand jury. New Orleans boats are not allowed to transport his forces. They can reach St. Martinsville only at the point of the bayonet. An immense tank in the redcoat Court House, where Col. Badger has concentrated his forces. The citizens are collecting, and coming from every direction, armed, and prepared for any emergency. Kellogg and his officers have been indicted by the grand jury. New Orleans boats are not allowed to transport his forces. They can reach St. Martinsville only at the point of the bayonet. An immense tank in the reduction works in Chicago exploded; killing three men and a boy. It is reported that negotiations are pending at Washington to turn over the land granted by Texas to Parisians who purchased El Paso bonds, to relieve Fremont from the judgment of the French Courts. The widow of Gen. Wool died at New York this morning. The steamship Atlantic has been blown up. Fourteen more bodies found. Washington, May 7.—Perry, Ashton and Jencks have completed a bill in equity against the Union Pacific and Credit Mobilier. Joseph Newman is in Washington, for a commission to Vienna as a representative of the silk interest of California. Over 200 members of Congress have accepted invitations from the St Louis Chamber of Commerce for an excursion to Texas this month. A Commission will be sent to the Sioux Indians to obtain a modification of the treaty with them, so that they cannot hunt beyond the limits of the reservation. New York, May 7.—Train has finally declared sane and responsible for his acts. Gen. J. A. Paly, ex-President of Venezuela, died in New York yesterday. The ship Tennyson, from Calcutta to Boston, foundered at sea. Loss, $435,000. New Orleans, May 7.—The Metroplitans took quiet possession of St. Martinsville, Louisiana, on Sunday night. Two of their scouts were wounded, and one died. The entire business portion of Trenton, La., was destroyed by fire last night. Loss, $300,000: insur- The ship Tennyson, from Calcutta to Boston, foundered at sea. Loss, $435,000. New Orleans, May 7 — The Metropolitan took quiet possession of St. Martinsville, Louisiana, on Sunday night. Two of their scouts were wounded, and one died. The entire business portion of Trenton, La., was destroyed by fire last night. Loss, $300,000: insurance $150,000, mostly in New Orleans offices. Madrid, May 7. — The Carlist army of Navarre number 3,500. Besides these there are twenty-two bands, numbering 22,500. Don Carlos has ordered the Cure of Santa Cruz to be shot; but he has not been captured yet. Don Alphonso, it is reported, has been surrounded at Igualda. Twenty-one persons were killed and forty wounded by a railroad accident, which occurred in Hungary, near Pesth. Rome, May 7. — The condition of the Pope is precarious. San Francisco, May 8 — Preparations are being made at the county jail for the execution of Johnny Devine, the "Chicken," to-morrow. The gallows will be erected in the jail yard. New York, May 8 — It is reported that Oakes Ames died yesterday afternoon. An attempt was made yesterday at the wharf of the Texas Pacific Railroad Company in New Orleans, to assassinate Governor Kellogg. A crowd surrounded his carriage, and a pistol was fired. The shot just grazed Kellogg's neck. The Supreme Court of New York has denied Stokes a new trial. GENERAL MERCHANDISE AGRICULTURAL MACHINERY, HEIMANN & GEORGE AGENTS FOR Haines Headers, Russell's Threshers and Tornado Threshers Woods Mowers & Reapers. The World Mowers & Reapers, Buckeye Mowers & Reapers, Ohio Mowers & Reapers. Always keep on hand a large supply of Farming Utensils, Hardware, Etc., ALSO, Dry Fire Wood GENERAL MERCHANDISE THE OLDEST ESTABLISHED BUSINESS HOUSE IN ANAHEIM. LANGENBERGER & CO. DEALERS IN Agricultural Implements Machinery, Hardware, Crockery, Groceries Wines, Liquors Etc All kinds of Country produce purchased such as: HIDES, WOOL, CORN, BARLEY, BUTTER AND EGGS. Our Stock of Native Wines Cannot be Surpassed. Luner of all kinds, at our yards in Anaheim, and at Anaheim Landing. ALSO, Dry Fire Wood HEIMANN & GEORGE, LOS ANGELLES STREET AMARILIN. BARLEY, BUTTFR AND EGGS. Our Stock of Native Wines Cannot be Surpassed. Number of all kinds, at our yards in Anaheim, and at Anaheim Landing. NEW GOODS!! NEW GOODS!!! ...New Arrivals at... M. CALISHER & CO'S Cheap Cash Store! WE HAVE RECEIVED A NEW AND COMPLETE stock of goods, which we offer at lower rates than before. BOYS' SUITS : $1.75 CHILDREN'S SHOES : $50 LADIES' SHOES : $1.75 GENTS clothing and underwear at exceedingly low prices. We offer everything in our line at lower prices than any house in Anaheim. The reason we can offer these inducements to the public is that we invariably buy for cash, and we give our customers the benefit of our cheap purchases. A DOLLAR MADE IS ONE SAVED. ...Our Matters... "QUICK SALES AND SMALL PROFIT." ...All Kinds of... PRODUCE TAKEN IN EXCHANGE For our goods. Orders on San Francisco quickly attended to. Cash Advances Made on PRODUCE shipped to our House in San Francisco. NEW ARRIVALS! AT GOODMAN & RIMPAU'S! We are just opening the best selected stock of Goods ever brought to this market, consisting of a general assortment of DRY GOODS, In all its branches, such as Press Goods, Shawls Domestic Goods, Pioneer Mills Blankets, Etc., Etc. A full line of Men's & Boys' Clothing, Always Keep on Hand a full Supply of the Best Family Groceries. Provisions, Hardware, Tobacco CROCKERY WARE, DRY GOODS, Clothing, Boots, Shoes, Hats, Ete.