anaheim-gazette 1873-07-05

Southern Californian GEO. C. KNOX...EDITOR. SATURDAY ...JULY 5 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 BANTA ANA. AMAHEIM WINES FROM A NEW YORK STANDPOINT. Experiments in introducing native wines in different portions of the United States have demonstrated that the only remunerative market can be found in the city of New York, where the native wine comes in direct competition with the produce of foreign vineyards, and where the comparison between the two styles of wine is made by those thoroughly conversant with the public taste. Although several of these experiments, made from time to time in the Eastern markets, have failed through some unknown cause, it has been the good fortune of an Anaheim establishment—B. DREYFUS & Co.—to obtain a firm foothold in New York City, as wine dealers, and to them must be attributed to a great degree, the high estimation in which the productions of the vineyards of California are now held in the markets of the Atlantic States. As a great impetus has been given, more especially in this section during the past twelve months, to the setting out of vineyards, and as the wine-interest is rapidly absorbing all others in the minds of farmers, we have made inquiry, not only in regard to the general reception of our wines abroad, but to the petitions against. Much as we person would desire to see merit and efficiency warded in the case of these gentlemen cannot disguise the fact, that they interests, actuating the voters of this county, will absorb and destroy sense of worth, as opposed to their vices. If the votes in this section are worthy curing, we trust that our advice may duly considered and acted upon, and the petitions which are already being culled in Los Angeles may receive no proval from men, who present themselves to the public, asking for their suffrage. THE RESULT OF THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY The result of the primary election on last Saturday, has not given the lead of the Democratic party that supreme institution that usually attends manifestations of that kind. The non-attendance of the citizens of the outside precincts only foreshadows the downtail of that political power, which has, for so many years exercised a malign influence in the duct of local elections in this county, extremely small vote cast, was not be no interest was felt in the selection of candidates; it was not on account of the popularity of the aspirants for favor; but it was because the people determined that a blind obedience to commands of self-consistency and so leaders was injurious to their interests that it was necessary, in order to plish a radical change for the better county affairs, to go to the polls in September free to support those men only, they may deem best qualified, both tally and morally. EDITORIAL NOTES. No wild entanglement ever yet could rest; full half mankind were like himself, posing panegyric upon Mr. Alexander, one hold in New York City, as wine dealers, and to them must be attributed to a great degree, the high estimation in which the productions of the vineyards of California are now held in the markets of the Atlantic States. As a great impetus has been given, more especially in this section during the past twelve months, to the setting out of vineyards, and as the wine interest is rapidly absorbing all others in the minds of farmers, we have made inquiry, not only in regard to the general reception of our wines abroad, but to the different values, placed upon native and foreign grapes. We learn that the yield from the Mission grape is considered superior to the low-graded Rhine wines and is rapidly superseding them for general table use. Anaheim wine, made from the foreign grape, compares most favorably with the best Hock or White wines of Europe and surpasses in every respect French wines of that character. Since the partial failure of the European vintages, the attention of the best and most experienced wine men in New York has been attracted to the produce of our vineyards; after submitting all classes of Anaheim wine to the most severe tests, it has been decided with no single exception, that the White wines of American consumption in the future will undoubtedly be the produce of the foreign grapevines of Southern California. Wherever our wings have been brought prominently to the notice of the German wine-drinkers, the palm of superiority has been unqualifiedly given them, not only on account of their purity, but from the peculiar excellence of their bouquet. It is an impossibility to find in an American market foreign wines that have not been mixed or adulterated, and for this reason habitual wine-drinkers will always decide in favor of the pure juice of the grape, other characteristics being equal. Our Sweet wines, such as Angelica, Port and Muscatel, have not found as yet much favor amongst wine-consumers for table use; however, they have been taken up by the medical fraternity, on account of their great invigorating qualities, and are recommended by them as the purest and most efficacious tonic that can be used. California Grape Brandy is being also used in large quantities for medicinal purposes. There is no doubt that Anaheim wine is proving a formidable enemy to the foreign vintage and that it will in time entirely supersede it; but one thing must be borne in mind by those, just starting in the grape-growing business—that the Mission grape will only make a cheap, low-graded wine, whilst a few extra dollars spent for cuttings of foreign varieties, will repay the vintner, more than a thousand fold, not only by the increased excellence of his vintage, but by the large demand, which is invariably made by wine-drinkers, for leaders was injurious to their interests that it was necessary. In order to adapt a radical change for the better county affairs, to go to the polls in September free to support those men only, they may deem best qualified both tally and morally. EDITORIAL NOTES. No will enthusiast ever yet could rest, Tull half mankind were like himself post. We notice in our local column, quoting panegyric upon Mr. Alexander, one candidate for the Shirevalty. We cur with his enthusiastic friend, regale moral excellence and public woe that gentleman, but we can not dive solves of the belief that true friend would desire that the laurel wreath so deservedly crowns the brow of Mr.ander, should not be saddled by the moll of political strife, and that in age he should not be requested to change the repose, so necessary to life, for a position which requires energy and physique, possessed on the young. The Republican Nominating Convention of Sacramento, in adopting a restoring the passage of a law, proclaims all public debts and credits its paid and received in currency, having the initiatory step in the introduction greenback currency in this State question will most certainly be used prominently before the next Legislature. It is an evidence of the liberal spirit Republican party that its leaders ing this innovation to be impending bring the question publicly between people, in order that an expression will, in regard to its adoption or rejection may be given at the pools. NEW ADVERTISEMENT BOY WANTED SPECIAL NOTICE. This is to notify all persons deemed that I will not be responsible for any bills or debts unless coined directly by me or by my son DANIEL KRAEME Anaheim, July 3, 1873. NOTICE OF COPARTNER THE Under-signed have this day formed partnership under the firm and KENTZ & Co., for the transaction of a business. Anaheim, July 1, 1873. ALBERT KURT ANTOINETTE THE ANAHEIM BANK KURTZ & CO. BANKERS Office in Planters' Hotel Bus WE REG TO INFORM THE PUBLIC THOUGH we prepared to transact a general BANKING BUSINE There is no doubt that Anaheim wine is proving a formidable enemy to the foreign vintage and that it will in time entirely supersede it; but one thing must be borne in mind by those just starting in the grape-growing business—that the Mission grape will only make a cheap, low-graded wine, whilst a few extra dollars spent for cuttings of foreign varieties, will repay the vintner, more than a thousand fold, not only by the increased excellence of his vintage, but by the large demand, which is invariably made by wine-drinkers, for the better classes of wine. A WORD TO THE WISE. Amongst those selected as the nominees of the Democratic party, are good men and true, men, who have worthily and honestly served the county in the past, and who have earned for themselves well-deserved honor in their official capacities; we allude more particularly to the present incumbents of the offices of Treasurer, Sheriff, Clerk and Surveyor. These gentlemen are personally unobjectionable to everyone of both political parties, and did they rely entirely upon their individual merits for success, would unquestionably be the choice of the people. A serious difference of opinion in regard to County Division exists at present between the two ends of the County. An earnest and united effort will be made by the southern portion of the county to effect a division in the next Legislature; it is but natural that a certain amount of ill feeling will arise against those who actively oppose any measures, popular to a community. We would suggest to these gentlemen, therefore, that they will hazard their own personal interests should they enlist themselves as active enemies to County Division. We, of this end of the County, do not ask them to coincide with us in our opinion regarding the necessity of Division; we would only urge upon them, that they do not aid the "ring" in actively opposing us. Whilst we do not require their names to be subscribed to our petition in favor of the measure, we insist upon a like opposition to NEWS BY TELEGRAPH. (From the Express and Star.) Virginia City, June 30. — Last night, at 10:45 o'clock, a terrible explosion of nitro-glycerine and giant powder occurred in this city, near the corner of Taylor and B streets, killing ten persons and wounding many others. A large number of persons are missing and are probably buried in the debris. The explosion was caused by six cans of nitro-glycerine exploding, without any apparant cause, and the concussion of that exploded 160 pounds of giant powder, all of which was stored in or beneath the room of Gen. Van Bokkelen, who was the agent here for giant powder. The following buildings were shattered and partly thrown to the ground: Bank of Calitornia, and buildings to rear of it; Kennedy & Mamous grocery store; Douglas building, used in upper stories as lodging house; Daley's Saloon, and Arnory Hall. The number of persons now known to have been killed are 10, among whom may be seen Gen. Jacob Van Bokkelen, J. P. Smith, hardware merchant, Wm Davis, Ben. Mendall, drygoods merchant, Chas. H. Knox of San Francisco, John Devine, Miss E. C'Connor, Mrs. Dean and daughter, of Gold Hill. The body of Gen. Van Bokkelen found in the corner of what was his room, his features so charred as to be hardly recognizable. J. P. Smith and his former clerk found in Taylor street between B and C streets, about 50 feet from the room occupied by them; both bodies were covered with the debris of fallen walls, and were not gotten until this morning. Some of the firemen saw Mr. Knox last night and spoke to him. He asked for water and said: "Boys it is no use." OF GOLD HILL. The body of Gen. Van Bokkelen found in the corner of what was his room, his features so charred as to be hardly recognizable. J. P. Smith and his former clerk found in Taylor street between B and C streets, about 50 feet from the room occupied by them; both bodies were covered with the debris of fallen walls, and were not gotten until this morning. Some of the firemen saw Mr. Knox last night and spoke to him. He asked for water, and said: "Boys it is no use; you can't save me." His body with the exception of the head, was entirely covered by fallen timber and bricks. John Devine, killed by an iron door, was hurled a distance of a hundred feet. A large number of workmen are now engaged in removing the dirt and timber from the bodies remaining which are known to be beneath them, and are working with almost superhuman efforts. Buildings in all directions are shattered, and many narrow escapes were had. Sam. Doak and Chas. Higgins were thrown from their room in the Douglas Building to Daley's Exchange, and got out with some difficulty, both being slightly injured. D. L. Blanchard was thrown from his room to another several yards distant, yet he escaped with a slight injury. Great excitement was caused last night by the screaming of women on the top of the Douglas Building, which was at the time in flames. They were finally rescued by Capt. Frank Osbiston, assisted by firemen. Another explosion took place this morning at 10:30 in the rear of Kennedy & Mallon's store but no person was injured. The body of William Lowe has been taken from the ruins. The lower portion of the body, from the hips down, being missing. The body was only recognizable by his watch. The city is all excitement: business is suspended, and all schools are dismissed; streets are crowded with men, women, and children. Ropes are drawn across the streets as the walls of buildings are considered dangerous. The vault of the Bank of California is cracked in several places, and their business has been removed to Driscoll & Tritle's Banking House. It is now understood there will not be any celebration of the 4th of July, and that the money collected for that purpose will be expended in burying the unfortunate dead, and the remainder distributed among the different fire companies of this city. FOR COUNTY CLERK. A. W. POTTS announces himself as a candidate for the office of COUNTY CLERK, subject to the decision of the Democratic primary election, on the 28th of June. FOR COUNTY TREASURER. THOMAS E. ROWAN announces himself as a candidate for re-election to the office of COUNTY TREASURER, subject to the decision of the Democratic Primary election, on the 28th of June. FOR COUNTY TREASURER. In respect to the earnest solicitations of our friends, I beg leave to announce myself as a candidate for the office of COUNTY TREASURER, at the ensuing election. FOR SHERIFF. Wm. R. ROWLAND announces himself as a candidate for re-election to the office of SHERIFF, subject to the decision of the Democratic Primaries, to be held on June 28th. FOR DISTRICT ATTORNEY. C. THOM announces himself as a candidate for the office of DISTRICT ATTORNEY, subject to the decision of the Democratic Primaries, to be held June 28th. FOR SUPERINTENDENT OF PUBLIC SCHOOLS. GEO. H. PECK, of El Monte, will be a candidate for the position of Superintendent of the Public Schools of Los Angeles County, at the coming election. Mr. Peck, for a number of years, was Grammar Master in the San Francisco School Department. FOR SUPERINTENDENT OF PUBLIC SCHOOLS. C. CUMMINGS announces himself as a candidate for County Superintendent of Public Schools, subject to a nomination at the Democratic primaries. FOR ROAD COMMISSIONER. W. W. JENKINS will be a candidate for ROAD COMMISSIONER subject to the nomination of the Democratic primaries, to be held on the 28th of June. FOR ROAD COMMISSIONER. M. F. QUINN of El Monte will be a candidate for ROAD COMMISSIONER subject to the nomination of the Democratic primaries, to be held on the 28th of June. FOR COUNTY SURVEYOR. FRANK LECOUVREUR, the present incumbent, will be a candidate for re-election to the office of COUNTY SURVEYOR, subject to nomination by the Democratic party. FOR JUSTICE OF THE PEACE. HEYERMANN announces himself as a candidate for JUSTICE OF THE PEACE for Anaheim Township at the ensuing general election. SPECIAL NOTICES. TAX NOTICE. THE TAX LIST OF FAIRVIEW School district has been placed in my hands for collection. I will be at my office in Anaheim from 9 A.M., untill 4 P.M., to receive taxes. J. W. CLARK, collector. June 30 1873. TO LET. BUTCHER SHOP, STABLE AND YARD, in Metz's Block, on Los Angeles Street, Good business chance for an energetic man. Apply to this office or June 7th. L. W. KIRBY. STORE TO LET. FINE LARGE STORE, 30 x 60 feet, NEW lean and hard-finished, perfect in any Ropes are drawn across the streets as the walls of buildings are considered dangerous. The vault of the Bank of California is cracked in several places, and their business has been removed to Driscoll & Tuttle's Banking House. It is now understood there will not be any celebration of the 4th of July, and that the money collected for that purpose will be expended in burying the unfortunate dead, and the remainder distributed among the different fire companies of this city. All flags are now at half mast. J. Sharon, Dan. Lyons, Chas Van Gerder and Senator Hobart who were reported killed, are all safe. It is now ascertained that Van Bokkelen had stored beneath his room 6 cans of nitro-glycerine, 150 pounds of giant powder, and 200 pounds of black blasting powder. Two vessels left San Francisco on Wednesday with 35,000 railroad ties for Los Angeles. Ten deaths by cholera have occurred in Cincinnati, six in Nashville, one at Little Rock and four near Cairo. The jury in the case of Frank Walworth returned a verdict of guilty of murder in the second degree. The Postmaster General has determined to suspend the mail service by sea between San Francisco and San Diego, the overland mail making it unnecessary in his opinion to continue the service by sea. Mail service by the telegraph stage line of Southern California will commence on the 10th instant. The steamer Chypherones sailed from Hong Kong on Thursday, with 500 Chinese passengers. It is reported that 85 ships are on the way carrying grain from California to Liverpool. Jesse R. Grant, father of Pres. Grant, died of general debility, at his residence in Covington Ky., June 29th. 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 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 Surpamed. Lumber of all kinds, at our yards in Anaheim, and at Anaheim Landing. ALSO, Dry Fire Wood HEIMANN & GEORGE, LOS ANGELES STREET. ATTICE. OF FAIRVIEW placed in my hands my office in Anaheim receive taxes. F. CLARK, collector. jl 5-2t. T. BLE AND YARD, in Angeles Street. Good genetic man. Apply to L. W. KIRBY. OLET. BARLEY, BUTTER AND EGGS Our Stock of Native Wines Cannot be Surpassed. Lumber 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 her store. 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 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 Anaheim. NEW ARRIVALS! ATGOODMAN & RIMPAUS' We receive by every steamer new additions to our already large stock of Always Keep on Hand a full Supply of the Best Family Groceries. Provisions, Hardware, Tobacco CROCKERY WARE, DRY GOODS, Clothing, Boots, Shoes, Hats, Etc.