anaheim-gazette 1873-05-24

Southern California GEO. C. KNOX... EDITOR. SATURDAY ... MAY 24' 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. H. SPURGEON, E. W. CHAMPLIN. FOR MEMBER OF THE LEGISLATURE A. L. BUSH, OF SANTA ANA. The Oracle has Spoken. In a dispatch, addressed to the citizens' rail road committee of San Diego and dated Philadelphia, May 17th, Col. Scott states that the Board of Directors have adopted, as the route to be followed by the Texas Pacific, "line number four" by the nearest route to the center of San Gorgonio Pass." This assurance is sufficiently ambiguous to admit of any construction, which will best please the construer. San Diego enlightened by a few Delphic responses from Senator Harris, assumes that the line, passing via Santa Margarita Cañon over the San Jacinto mesa lands, is the one intended. The only reason assigned for this assumption, is that, of the two San Gorgonio routes, the Santa Margarita line is actually the shortest and most direct. Were the latter part of the clause, quoted above, explanatory of "line number four," or if, instead of the word "by", "which is" had been used, the construction placed upon the sentence by the San Dieagans would be undoubtedly correct, but, unfortunately for them, it is not. It is well known by anyone at all citizens of San Diego. We are, in an sufficiently devoid of local egotism believe that the interests of the Pacific road will exercise a greater force over the deliberations and conclusions of its Board of Directors than with wishes of San Diego, or even of Anaheim and consequently can only arrive at conclusion—no one, except Col. Scott, his business intimates, knows anything about the matter and no one is at all to be favored with a large amount of information. Amateur Corresponding Doc. Extract from a letter dated Anaheim, We have had no rain since the 18th of February, and busied too long. There will not be as much levy and rye threshed as there was planted, and much of the crop will make hay. Many farmers will have leave their land, being completely others are offering their lands at a price in order to pay their debts and out of the country. The lucky one live near the irrigating ditches, or have artesian wells, are plowing their small grain crops and planting hoping by that means to get even call. The above paragraph, appearing in San Francisco Call of May 19th, is a of falsehoods from beginning to end stating either from some one who so willfully and maliciously injure the tion, and especially Anaheim, or else a person who, imbued with cacao beans, and learned only in the yellow literature of the age, believes that interesting one must ignore the truth. The fact of the matter is that season, which has proved more or less astrous to the farming interest over tire State, Anaheim, blessed with dance of available water for irrigation purposes, presents a more favorable chance than elsewhere in the over the San Jacinto mesa lands, is the one intended. The only reason, assigned for this assumption, is that, of the two San Gorgonio routes, the Santa Margarita line is actually the shortest and most direct. Were the latter part of the clause, quoted above, explanatory of "line number four," or if, instead of the word "by", "which is" had been used, the construction placed upon the sentence by the San Dieagans would be undoubtedly correct, but, unfortunately for them, it is not. It is well known by anyone at all convenient with railroad engineering that on each preliminary survey made, there are at all points on the route, where serious physical obstacles are to be overcome. Several lines examined, diverging from the main survey and meeting it again at some point, where the difficulty of passage no longer exists. This is done in order that the greatest degree of economy may be used in the construction and subsequent operation of the road. A close analysis of the sentence, therefore, will show that what is actually said by Col. Scott is that the Texas Pacific will be constructed from San Diego to San Gorgonio on the shortest and most practicable line, which exists in a series of surveys known by the Board of Directors as "line number four;" but which of the two San Gorgonio routes is meant remains still in a most pleasing state of uncertainty. With the citizens of San Diego "the wish is father to the thought;" being compelled, by the unmistakable selection of San Gorgonia Pass as one of the objective points of the railway, to give up their long-cherished route, directly east, they with avidity seize upon any looseness of expression in Col. Scott's dispatch, and consulting entirely their feelings, jump at once to the conclusion that the Santa Margarita line has been unequivocally adopted. In opposition to their wishes and this interpretation of the dispatch, and in favor of the selection of the San Gorgonio line via the Cañon of the Santa Ana river, are the professional opinions of the engineers of the company and the many physical advantages which Nature has bestowed upon the latter route. The engineering reasons in favor of what—we shall assume to be, for convenience in reference—line number four—are these: The ascent from San Diego via the coast to San Juan Capistrano, thence over the San Joaquin plain and through the Santa Ana Cañon to San Gorgonio, a distance of one-hundred and fifty miles, is distributed evenly over the whole length of the line; the country, passed through, contains no mountain ranges and in consequence the work of grading would be nothing, when compared with other routes examined; the additional distance of fifty miles, which route number four possesses, must necessarily be built to connect with San Our Water Facilities It can not be too often impressed by the minds of our citizens, the impact of utilizing the large amount of water present running to waste in the San River. Now that so great an interest being made by capitalists, in regular points at which to locate manufacturing industries, some should be had to direct attention locality. Surveys have been run both sides of the river, demonstrating practicability of creating a water superior to all other points in California and if the capabilities of our section be properly explained to those deprived their surplus funds in mankind there is no doubt that the valley Santa Ana River would be selected only truly eligible location. Let something done in the matter and Editorial Notes. It has been proposed to make use of $5,000 for the first and best 5,000 of preserved figs, of California grown manufacture, provided they should good merchantable or commercial Laying aside the proposition above there are sufficient inducements inpective profits of producing and produce fig to induce our orchardists largely into the business. The figure from the Sacramento Record will with interest: The annual importation of presale into the United States is about 7 pounds, and the importation price is about 7 cents per pound, amounting to $120,000. No figs consumed in the United States from Turkey—which could supply Great Britain with their article. They are imported in bulk drums of fifty to one hundred each, and put up for retail in this city at the rate of fifty cents. We have been particular to set ascent from San Diego via the coast to San Juan Capistrano, thence over the San Joaquin plain and through the Santa Ana Cañon to San Gorgonio, a distance of one-hundred and fifty miles, is distributed evenly over the whole length of the line; the country, passed through, contains no mountain ranges and in consequence the work of grading would be nothing, when compared with other routes examined; the additional distance of fifty miles, which route number four possesses, must necessarily be built to connect with San Francisco; thus a railroad could be constructed, combining with cheapness of first cost, the greatest degree of economy in operating, and being in reality as short as the route favored by the people of San Diego. Upon the Santa Margarita route, on the other hand, the ascent from the sea-coast to the mesa lands of the San Jacinto is very abrupt and several hundred feet higher than that of line number four and will require a very large outlay of money to construct. The Santa Ana river route passes through the entire length of the only agricultural portion of Southern California, whilst the Santa Margarita survey traverses mountain ranges, poorly watered and capable only of being used as grazing lands. If we are mistaken in our guess at "line number four" and the Santa Magarita route is the one selected, it is beyond a doubt a concession to the wishes of San Diego. As the two routes, however, are identical for forty miles, or to the mouth of the valley of the Santa Margarita river, and as it is necessary for the Texas Pacific Company to build only thirty five miles of road within the next two years, to comply with the terms of their charter, we incline to the belief that the public will still remain ignorant of the whereabouts of "line number four." Like all things mundane, even located railway lines are liable to be changed by subsequent developments, and, although it is gratifying to know that a final determination has been reached, we can not as yet see that the route has assumed so tangible a shape as to cause an excessive joy on the part of the BY TELEGRAPH. (From the Express and Star.) Yreka. May 21.—The latest intelligence about the Modocs shows them to have gone toward the Pitt River. The Indians of that section and the Piutes are well armed and supplied with large quantities of ammunition. It is thought they have been in constant communication with Capt. Jack. Mrs. Page, of Vallejo, whose husband shot and wounded her and killed himself, paid a visit to the condemned murderer, Russell, in the County Jail. Her husband's suicide and attempt to murder, was on account of his wife and Russell. At Oakland the Gordon-Robinson case is again before the public. Robinson is writing letters to the young girl Gordon, and threatening to get even with the father. He even drew a revolver on him in his own house. People in Oakland are greatly incensed at Robinson. Grant says, in the appointment of the successor to Chief Justice Chase, he will sink all party and personal consideration. A dispatch from Yreka says that twenty Modocs got out of the Lava Bed and are fleeing towards the Pitt river country, pursued by Perry and Hasbrouck's commands. On Monday last the troops of Hasbrouck overtook the Modocs near Fair- Grant says, in the appointment of the successor to Chief Justice Chase, he will sink all party and personal consideration. A dispatch from Yreka says that twenty Modocs got out of the Lava Bed and are fleeing towards the Pitt river country, pursued by Perry and Hasbrouck's commands. On Monday last the troops of Hasbrouck overtook the Modocs near Fairchilds' Ranch. The savages made a stand in the hills and a lively fight ensued. The Modocs were driven back with the loss of five killed and ten squaws and children captured. We have no report whether our troops suffered loss. Capt. Jack was going south. He evidently wishes to join the Pitt River Indians. Only a few troops remain in the Lava Bed. The Modocs were last seen on the Ticknor road, going towards the timbered Buttes and Antelope creek. Gov. Booth, after conference with Gen. Schofield, authorizes the raising of a company of sharpshooters at Yreka, for the defence of the country east and northeast, from the Modocs and any other war-like Indians. San Francisco, May 22—News from Salt Lake states that the posture of the Indians of Northeastern Utah is threatening. A council of the principal chiefs and warriors will be held soon to determine whether they will fight or not. The Mikado's palace at Yeddo was destroyed by fire on the 5th instant. Professor Fairview's air ship has exploded, consequently the trip was a failure. Henry Baker, paymaster at the new mint, well known in this city and State, fell down a flight of iron steps this evening, at the mint buildings, and received injuries about the head which the surgeons say will prove fatal. Mr. Baker was unsensible when picked up, and bled profusely. He was taken to his residence on Howard street, near Sixth. At last accounts several physicians were in attendance. Annual importation of preserved figs in United States is about 6,000,000 and the importation price or cost is 7 cents per pound, amounting in numbers to $120,000. Nearly all consumed in the United States is Turkey, which country also Great Britain with the same artery are imported in bulks or in from fifty to one hundred pounds and put up for retail in this country. Selling from the fruit stands in at the rate of fifty cents a pound. We been particular to set forth the facts that our people may realize the trade of a business that they seem to be too small to be attractive or use. The neglect of just such endeavor, and the disposition to run into it to a sameness, instead of a diversification production retards the prosperity state, and detracts from the profit of our agricultural industries more than any of us have any idea of, until our is attracted to just such facts as here. NEW ADVERTISEMENTS. TY DIVISION CENTRAL COMMITTEE. ED MEEING of the Central Committee be held at the office of the SOUTHERN NIAN on Tuesday at 1 p.m. All members stated to attend, as business of important before them. GEO. C. KNOX. Chairman. TO SHEEP MEN. PERSONS RENTING LANDS of the Los Angeles and San Bernardino Land Company or other purposes are required by a bill of company to pay their rent. To collect said rents, I will be at my store of Langenberger & Co. on the 3rd or each month between the hours J.K.TUFFREE. Agent L.A. and S.B.Land Co. CHERS' EXAMINATION. COUNTY BOARD OF EXAMINATION will be session on the 4th, 5th and 6th of June in cities City for the purpose of examining teachers certificates. Applicants tried to be present during the entire session. W.M.C.PADDEN. County Superintendent of Schools. May 17, 1873. ABBITT METAL. TYPE FOR SALE IN QUANTITIES TO SUIT CHASSERA. Apply at SOUTHERN CALIFORNIAN OFFICE. new mint, well known in this city and State, fell down a flight of iron steps this evening, at the mint buildings, and received injuries about the head which the surgeons say will prove fatal. Mr. Baker was unsensible when picked up, and bled profusely. He was taken to his residence on Howard street, near Sixth. At last accounts several physicians were in attendance. Columbus, Ohio, May 22.—The Republican Convention has renominated all the present State officers, excepting A. Hart, who was nominated for Lieutenant-Governor, and John Little for Comptroller. New York, May 22.—It is stated that ex-Postmaster Jones has received $80,000 worth of real estate owned by John A. Norton, excashier of the Post Office; also the proceeds of the sale of his blooded stock and his house in New Jersey, to secure him against liability for Norton’s acts while cashier. Norton’s defalcations are said to amount to $125,000, and have extended over several years. The sureties of the late James Kelly, the predecessor of General Jones as Postmaster, are responsible to the Government. Chicago, May 22.—Dr. S. Ashcroft was shot and mortally wounded at Cleveland, Ohio, yesterday. The son of ex-Mayor Gregg has been arrested for the shooting. New York, May 22.—Judge Francher has dismissed Train’s habeas corpus, but said that the proper showing being made, another examination as to his mental condition must be had. FOR SALE, BUILDING LOTS, At $75 and Upwards. PLANTERS’ HOTEL. FURNITURE! DOTTER & LORD. 86 Main Street, Los Angeles. SIGN OF THE BIG RED CHAIR. The Largest House IN Southern California. ALL FINE OR UPHOLSTERED GOODS AT LESS than San Francisco Prices, and BETTER WORK GUARANTEED. Agents for Improved Grover & Baker SEWING MACHINES. Apr 1yr ANAHEIM MEAT MARKET, DRAVSEN & BOEGE, PROPRIETORS HAVING bought out the interest of MR. FRANK M. BOLLESLEY in the ANAHEIM MARKET, the underagged will continue the same benecorf under their own name, and hope that by strict attention to business, and their correct 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 flat-class cattle, hogs and sheep, an assortment of which may be duly found at their shop on Center street. M.B. For the information of our patrons we would state, that we invariably collect our bills monthly, and we shall insist on the enforcement of this rule. Anaheim, Nov '25, 1872. LOUIS DRAVSEN, HENRY A. BOEGER GENERAL MERCHANDISE AGRICULTURAL MACHINERY, HEIMANN & GEORGE AGENTS FOR Haines Headers, Russell's Threshers and Tornado Threshers Woods Mowers & Reapers, The World Mowers & Reapers, Buckeys Mowers & Reapers, Ohio Mowers & Reapers. Always keep on hand a large supply of Farming Utensils, Hardware, Etc., ALSO, Dry Fire Wood THE OLDEST ESTABLISHED BUSINESS HOUSE IN ANAHEIM. LANGENBERGER & CO. DEALERS IN Agricultural Implements Machinery, Hardware, Crockery, Greening 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. Lunner of all kinds, at our yards in Anaheim, and at Anaheim Land- ALSO, Dry Fire Wood HEIMANN & GEORGE, LOS ANGELLES STREET AMARILLO. BARLEY, BUTTER AND EGGS Our Stock of Native Wines Cannot be Surpassed. Lunner 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 last to fore. 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 bus. 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 Motto is... "QUICK SALES AND SMALL PROFITS." ...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! ATGOODMAN & RIMPAU'S! We are just opening the best selected stock o Goods ever brought to this market, consisting of a general assortment of Dry Goods, Always Keep on Hand a full Supply of the Best Family Groceries. Provisions, Hardware, Tobacco CROCKERY WARE, DRY GOODS, Clothing, Boots, Shoes, Hats, Etc.