anaheim-gazette 1873-11-15

Southern Californian GEO. C. KNOX... EDITOR. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 1872. A peculiar characteristic of the American in his supreme indifference to small things. In no instance is this more strikingly illustrated than in the unwarrantable confusion which attends the settlement of all boundary questions in town and the larger villages, continually coming into importance. Anaheim is an instance. When the settlement was originally laid out, the cactus bed, forming the purchase, was of so little value, that a few feet more or less made no practical difference, and no care was taken to preserve the original corners. The result is that it is an utter impossibility to do otherwise than approximate the true position of any tract within or near the village limits. Already the subject is causing much annoyance, and as property increases in value, it will become more and more difficult to satisfactorily adjust conflicting claims. It is a necessity, therefore, that something should be done, and at once. There is not a single original corner, known to exist in the settlement, and if there were, no survey, starting from such a point, could be made in accordance with original field notes. We would suggest, therefore, in order to remedy this nuisance that an accurate and careful survey be made of Anaheim and Anaheim Extension, adopting as nearly as practicable the existing streets and any well-defined lines, as the boundaries between the different compulsory education. The State Superintendent of instruction is reported to be in compulsory education, and brings the subject before the next asking for some action, favor measure. A large number particularly of Catholic parishually absent themselves from schools, and in consequence, the State a large class of population in idleness and ignorance of religious interference in the system of European countries; heretofore, the history of a with intolerance, with bigotry; it was only after been made compulsory, that of the Old World began to the barbarism of the middle at the present day, it will be wherever anarchy exists or mass of the people are ununder the influence of religion. In some of the Eastern Subject has been agitated, and great outcry was raised against as incompatible with Receptions, still the idea has irresistably gained ground of the system, believing, on believe that summum jus argue that a free people should be entirely untram laws, whose compulsion rests This course of reasoning render powerless the law without individual prosecuted practically in "Free Love" many ims, which tend to detach the individual, but the naive these sophistries, the strong to be adduced is history. Lightenment has been pro education; education has been There is not a single original corner, known to exist in the settlement, and if there were, no survey, starting from such a point, could be made in accordance with original field notes. We would suggest, therefore, in order to remedy this nuisance that an accurate and careful survey be made of Anaheim and Anaheim Extension, adopting as nearly as practicable the existing streets and any well-defined lines, as the boundaries between the different subdivisions; that substantial and permanent corners be erected; that a plat be prepared showing such survey; and that this plat be declared by the proper authorities the official map of Anaheim and its vicinity. In this manner, much litigation in the future would be avoided. By the present expenditure of a few dollars, much needless expense would be saved. All property owners in the place recognize the existence of this evil, and appreciate the necessity of a remedy. It behooves them, therefore, to take such action as may abate the annoyance, and to act in the matter promptly. VALUABLE SUGGESTIONS. The Los Angeles Herald of Wednesday had on its first page, an article from the pen of Wm. R. Olden, upon the subject of irrigating ditches. We regret that time and space prevent its insertion in our columns this week, as it contains much valuable and suggestive matter. It will appear next week. The history of all public corporations of any kind has shown that, until they are managed and controlled by private enterprise, financially they result in failure. For this reason, if for no other, we have believed and still believe that the surest and most expeditious method of obtaining water was through private capital and private enterprise. Mr. Olden, however, in section 4 of his article, has suggested a remedy for the never-falling mismanagement of public enterprises—property, and not personal representation. We quote the section-in-question: "§ 4. No person shall be permitted to vote at an election of Water Commissioners, except such persons whose property pays taxes for the construction of said ditch but each taxpayer shall have one vote for each 160 acres, or other property of similar assessable value, upon which he or she pays taxes for or on account of said ditch, said vote to be voted by them or their legal representatives, it being understood that it is the property and not the person that is represented by the vote." Such a clause would undoubtedly do away with the means of evil, which exists to so great an extent in this country in every matter, submitted to the people, and therefore, in order to remedy this nuisance that an accurate and careful survey be made of Anaheim and Anaheim Extension, adopting as nearly as practicable the existing streets and any well-defined lines, as the boundaries between the different subdivisions; that substantial and permanent corners be erected; that a plat be prepared showing such survey; and that this plat be declared by the proper authorities the official map of Anaheim and its vicinity. In this manner, much litigation in the future would be avoided. By the present expenditure of a few dollars, much needless expense would be saved. All property owners in the place recognize the existence of this evil, and appreciate the necessity of a remedy. It behooves them, therefore, to take such action as may abate the annoyance, and to act in the matter promptly. It is a singular feature in character that actual instant tyranny are looked upon silent indifference; whilst upon established customs an undoubtedly progress meet with the most decisive opposition. A United States march innocent witnesses through the public streets upon them indignities, unlawful criminals, and outrage is dismissed as no one; a naval officer can above-the-judiciary, and principal of civil law, victim in the dead of night newspaper editorial upon attempt is made to vindicate liberty of the citizen; who intelligence and enlightenment essential to the moral growth of State that children show the nation is aroused. In the interests of civilization compulsory education shows law of the land. We trust which will be presented by will meet with favor, and by adopting the views of cational authority in the State on the Western Coast, as well as population. A RESEMBLANCE The affairs of the Texas station Company are become more complicated. Although assures the public that arranged, his prestige fails failure of the Credit Meconced fast. Their liabilities have been liquidated by loan, but "The best laid schemes Gang aft aglee." We remember a long way of our youth, who was part of duck-shooting, and fortunate possessor of a day, whilst pursuing his discovery, serenely placed waters of a Lozenge or more large mall log, from the farther exteriors. pays taxes for the construction of said ditch, but each taxpayer shall have one vote for each 160 acres, or other property of similar assessable value, upon which he or she pays taxes for or on account of said ditch, said vote to be voted by them or their legal representatives, it being understood that it is the property and not the person that is represented by the vote." Such a clause would undoubtedly do away with the means of evil, which exists to so great an extent in this country in every matter, submitted to the people, and is unquestionably the only method whereby any degree of purity, even the alightest, can attach itself to the ballot box. A DESERVED ENCOMIUM. Judge Sepulveda, in receiving the report of the Grand Jury a few days ago, alluded to the out-going of the present District Attorney, C. E. Thom, and mentioned in terms, that would have been flattering, were it not for their truth, the efficiency and ability shown by that gentleman in his official capacity. This encomium, coming; as it does, from the lips of one, who has but recently received a most complimentary testimonial to his own merit, repays in a great measure the nights of study, and days of toll, required for the faithful discharge of the duties, insumbent upon the legal adviser of a community. Glancing retrospectively at the criminal calendar of Los Angeles county for the past four years, the eminent services of Capt. Thom, in furtherance of the ends of justice, are apparent to the most obtuse Assuming the District Attorneyship in a county, notorious for its lenency to crime, the convictions, which have resulted from his vigorous and rigid prosecution of criminals, demonstrate pre-eminently his fitness for the position. However, his official record speaks far itself, and points out, in silent but most unmistakable language the faithful and conscientious use, to which he has applied the "talent" with which he was intrusted. In his retiring, the moral public will lose a most sealsous and capable officer, whilst criminals will be freed from a rigid and fearless prosecutor. COMPULSORY EDUCATION. The State Superintendent of Public Instruction is reported to be in favor of compulsory education, and extends to bring the subject before the next Assembly, giving for some action, favorable to the measure. A large number of children, particularly of Catholic parentage, habitually abstain themselves from the public school, and in consequence, there is in the area a large class of population, growing in idleness and ignorance. The story religious interference in the educational system of European countries has been documented, the history of a nation filled with intolerance, with bigotry and with racism; it was only after education had made compulsory, that the States of the Old World began to emerge from barbarism of the middle ages. Even the present day, it will be found that, forever anarchy exists or threatens, the people are uneducated, and under the influence of religious superstition. In some of the Eastern States, the sub-ject has been agitated, and, although a state outcry was raised against the principle incompatible with Republican institutions, still the idea has silently and insistably gained ground. The opponents of the system, believing, or pretending to believe that summum jus, suarma injuria, argue that a free people, as individuals, would be entirely untrammeled even by laws whose compulsion results in good course of reasoning would in time render powerless the law to punish crime, without individual prosecution, and results practically in "Free Love" and all the many aims, which tend to debase, not alone to individual, but the nation. Against these sophistries, the strongest argument being adduced is history. National enlightenment has been produced only by education; education has been successfully GLEANINGS. Levrier of the Paris observatory announces the discovery of a new comet at Marsellais by Copura. Gov Booth has appointed Thursday, Nov. 27th., as a Thanksgiving day. San Diego is to have a new evening paper. Thomas McGeorge, editor of the Calistoga Tribune, died on the 15th instant, of softening of the brain. Business is rapidly reviving in Memphis. The fever has almost abated. It is not generally believed in Washington, that the defense of Surveyor-General Hardenburgh will be accepted as satisfactory. The steamers Cora and Julia, collided in San Francisco bay, last Tuesday. The Cora was badly injured. A boiler explosion occurred at the corner of Fourth avenue and Twelfth street, New York, on Tuesday last, killing seven persons and fatally wounding several more. The Confederate General Hardee died at Selma, Alabama, and his obsequies occurred on the 8th inst. Mrs. Mary Curtis Lee, widow of General Robert E. Lee, is dead, and her funeral took place at Lexington, Virginia, on Saturday. During a recent severe rain storm in Jamaica the river rose twenty-five feet in twelve hours, causing great destruction of property and some loss of life. Four more of the Stokes jurors, it is said, are discovered to have tampered with the case as did J. Delos Center, and like him will be indicted. NEW ADVERTISEMENTS. FOR SALE 40 ACRES OF FIRST-CLASS LAND IN WESTMINSTER CROSSY, opposite the School House with house 3614, one story high. Also one hundred forty artisan well pipes, such store and garden. Artisan water guaranteed. All of which will be sold on issue suitable to the purchaser. Apply to JAMES BILLEN, M.D. Valuable Property for Sale 1800 ACRES OF LAND IN THE SANTA ANA RANCH, known as the "REFUGIO RANCH." This Land produces except in the dryest months. Without irrigation, And is considered to be the most fertile land in this section. It adjoints its north-east corner, the village of Santa Ann. Terms may. For particulars apply at this office, or to THEO. RIMPAU. VICK'S FLORAL GUIDE 1874 200 PAGES; 500 ENGRAVINGS; AND COLOKED PLATE. Published Quarterly, at 22 cents a year. First No. for 1874 just issued. A German Edition at same price. Address: JAMES VICK; Rechester, N.Y. NOTICE TO STOCKHOLDERS Anaheim Lighter Company. THERE WILL BE A GENERAL MEETING OF THE Stockholders of the Anaheim Lighter Company held at the office of the Anaheim Water Company, on MONDAY, the 8th day of December, at 3 o'clock p.m. This meeting is called for the purpose of selecting a Board of Trustees, and for the transaction of any other business that may be brought before it. F.A. KORN; Secretary. It is a singular feature in the American character that actual instances of individual tyranny are looked upon with the most indifference; whilst any innovation soon established customs or laws, even of undoubtedly progressive tendency, meet with the most decided and active opposition. A United States Marshall can march innocent witnesses, hand-cuffed, through the public streets, and can inflict upon them indignities, unworthy even of the vilest criminal, and, with a shrug the outrage is dismissed as the business of one; a naval officer can place himself above the judiciary, and defying every principal of civil law, spirit away his victim in the dead of night, but, beyond a newspaper editorial upon the matter, no attempt is made to vindicate the outraged liberty of the citizen; when, however, intelligence and enlightenment deem it essential to the moral growth and peace of the State that children should be educated, the nation is aroused. In advancement of the interests of civilization and humanity, compulsory education should become the law of the land. We trust that the bill which will be presented by Mr. Bolander, will meet with favor, and that California, by adopting the views of the highest educational authority in the State, will pioneer on the Western Coast, enlightenment as well as population. A RESEMBLANCE. The affairs of the Texas Pacific Construction Company are becoming more and more complicated. Although Col. Scott assures the public that matters can be arranged, his prestige is gone, and the failure of the Credit Mobillier No. 2 is a conceded fact. Their liabilities were to have been liquidated by the European loan, but "The best laid schemes of mice and men Gang aft aglee." We remember a long while ago a friend of our youth, who was passionately fond of duck-shooting, and who was the unfortunate possessor of a kicking gun. One day, whilst pursuing his favorite pastime, he discovered, serenely floating upon the placid waters of a Louisiana bayon, a dozen or more large mallard, and near by a log, from the farther extremity of which course of reasoning would in time under powerless the law to punish crime, without individual prosecution, and results practically in "Free Love" and all the many limbs, which tend to debase, not alone to individual, but the nation. Against these sophistries, the strongest argument be adduced is history. National enlightenment has been produced only by education; education has been successfully introduced solely by compulsion. Mrs. Mary Curtis Lee, widow of General Robert E. Lee, is dead, and her funeral took place at Lexington, Virginia, on Saturday. During a recent severe rain storm in Jamaica the river rose twenty-five feet in twelve hours, causing great destruction of property and some loss of life. Four more of the Stokes jurors, it is said, are discovered to have tampered with the case as did J. Delos Center, and like him will be indicted. A party under the command of Captain Brown of the Fifth Cavalry has returned from a scout in the Tonto Basin country, after Indians who are still on the war-path. They killed forty-six Indians during the scout. Paul Cicolla, acting Mayor of Memphis during the illness of Mayor Johnson, has been expelled from the Council by a unanimous vote, for drawing relief supplies in the name of the poor widows and using them himself. S. P. Woodwunel, Cashier of the Commercial National Bank at Providence, R.I., confesses to a delicacy of about $400,000. This money was lost some years since in speculation. 2,436 through passengers went east, and 5,919 west on the Central Pacific Railroad, during the month of October. A total of 7,545—nearly two hundred and fifty each day; and 2,583 more coming this way than going east. Andrew Johnson in a lengthy communication to the Washington Chronicle, says that Judge Holt brought the record in the Surratt case to him and urged the speedy execution of Mrs. Surratt. He says also that Holt suppressed the petition for clemency. A dispatch dated Boston, Nov. 11th, says: The steamship Atlas hence to-day for Liverpool, had 200 steerage passengers. A large proportion of them were mill operatives and artisans returning to the Old World for lack of employment here. Some forty operatives came on from Fall River to embark in the Atlas. A letter to the Emperor of Germany from the Bishop of Maine has been published in London. The Bishop challenges the Emperor to prove his assertion against the loyalty of German Catholics, saying it is a frightful accusation against his own (the Emperor's) honor and integrity. The vigilantes in Gilroy, a few days ago, ordered several suspicious characters to leave town. They did so, but one named Jake Linson re- have been liquidated by the European loan, but "The best laid schemes of mice and men Gang aft aglee." We remember a long while ago a friend of our youth, who was passionately fond of duck-shooting, and who was the unfortunate possessor of a kicking gun. One day, whilst pursuing his favorite pastime, he discovered, serenely floating upon the placid waters of a Louisiana bayou, a dozen or more large mallard, and near by a log, from the farther extremity of which he could obtain a most beautiful shot. Carefully assuring himself that his gun was properly loaded, he succeeded in stealthily reaching the end of the log. Knowing the insecurity of his position and the unfortunate quality of his gun, he leaned very far forward, took deliberate aim and pulled trigger, when to his horror and disgust, the gun missed fire and he fell in. The Construction Company carefully loaded Col. Scott with the best ammunition, the money was quietly reposing in the vaults of European capitalists, but contrary to all expectation, Col. Scott—snapped. MILWAUKEE'S TROUBLES. [From the Kalamazoo Daily Telegraph.] Milwaukee finds herself in just the same position that Michigan cities and towns will soon be placed in. About ten years ago the city voted $250,000 in aid of the Milwaukee and Beloit and the Milwaukee and Superior Railroads. The roads were never built, and the city denied the validity of the claim, owing to the failure of the companies to fulfill their part of the contract; but the Supreme Court of the United States has decided that the claim is valid. The principle of the bonds is not yet due, but the interest amounts to $260,000, and Judge Drummond of the U.S. Circuit Court, in announcing the rendition of judgments, gave notice that applications for writs of mandamus would be granted unless the Common Council shall pay the amounts of the judgments, or levy the tax therefor, within ten days. The city can not avoid payment, and will be compelled to settle with the parties in whose favor the judgments are rendered. Milwaukee has to pay bonds issued in aid of a road never built, how can Michigan cities and towns hope to escape paying bonds for which full consideration has been received? A letter to the Emperor of Germany from the Bishop of Maine has been published in London. The Bishop challenges the Emperor to prove his assertion against the loyalty of German Catholics, saying it is a frightful accusation against his own (the Emperor's) honor and integrity. The vigilantes in Gilroy, a few days ago, ordered several suspicious characters to leave town. They did so, but one named Jake Linson returned. On Tuesday night, a posse of vigilantes took him out of a saloon, and escorted him outside the city limits. On arriving at a point about two miles from the town, Linson was given a good coat of tar and feathers, and was then placed on a rail and ridden some distance. The members of the Southern California Mutual Relief Association held a meeting on Wednesday, at Los Angeles, and drafted a code of by-laws for the government of the association. A meeting of the Board of Directors was afterwards held, at which the following officers were elected: President, J. E. MoComas of Compton; Vice President, T. A. Garey of Los Angeles; Secretary, L. M. Holt of Los Angeles; Treasurer, J. H. Gray of El Mopte. The company's office is at No. 41 Temple Block. The fall returns from the Ohio elections, instead of showing a Democratic revival, proves a falling off of 87,177 in the Democratic vote since last year, and a decrease of over 52,000 in the Republican vote. Over 90,000 voters staid at home, but more Republicans than Democrats availed themselves of this privilege. The election of Allen was purely accidental, and the New York Graphic (independent) truly says: "A party that can crow very loudly over such a result must have a superabundance of wind to dispose of, or be sadly in want of vocal exercise." COMMISSION MERCHANT. FRANK R. LAFAUCHERIE COMMISSION MERCHANT. CENTER STREET, ANAHEIM. I will be found at the office of Wm. R. Olden, on every Thursday, Friday and Saturday. HAVING MADE ARRANGEMENTS WITH THE well known Commission House AGRICULTURAL MACHINERY, HEIMANN & GEORGE. AGENTS FOR Haines Headers, Russell's Threshers and Tornado Threshers Woods Mowers & Reapers. The World Mowers & Reapers, Bucke padlowers & Reapers, Ohio Mowers & Reapers. Always keep on hand a large supply of Farming Utensils, Hardware, Etc. ALSO, Dry Fire Wood HAVING MADE ARRANGEMENTS WITH THE well known Commission House ...OF... BENNETT & PAGE, ...OF... San Francisco, ...I am prepared to buy... Grain, Hides, Wool, Etc. Liberal Cash Advances Made on Consignments. N. B.—Sacks of all kinds furnished at Anaheim or Anaheim Landing. Agent for the WIDOWS' AND ORPHANS' FUND Life Insurance Company. Real Estate, Etc. I HAVE ON HAND THE FOLLOWING TRACTS OF Land for sale: 80 Acres on the BAWHITA, with dwelling, two Rumus, Cub, two Gerrits, two wells, 3 acres of vineyard with 6,000 bearing vines, two acres in orchard (namely all bearing trees), one mile of board and picket fence and water right for arranging the whole—little perfect. The land is excellently adapted for grapes and tropical fruits, and has never been touched by frost. Price $8,000. Terms—half cash, balance in one and two years at 1 per cent. About 44 acres of land on Santa Gertrudes rancho and Stage Road at $50 per acre. 67 acres of land on the Old Island tract, on the Stage road, first house on the right hand side after crossing the river. Turns $2,500, with growing crop of 8 or 10 acres of potatoes and balance in corn. Water privilege and ditches included. Lot 5, in the town of Richland, containing 20 acres, with house 12x18 feet and cellar of same size 7 feet deep. Free from all encumbrances. Price 1,000. Water right for irrigating the whole. 258-3 acres of good land in Richland district, fronting on the river, only three and a half miles MILL STORE, ELLIOT & CO. and manufacturers of assimeres, Tweeds, Blankets, Etc. Pure Wool, and warranted as per Cent. City of us. Store at the TE HOUSE and Commercial Streets. ANAHEIM MARKET, EN & BOEGE, OPRIETORS. About the interest of Mr. Frank York in the Anaheim Market, will continue the same henceforth name, and hope that by strict attention and their earnest endeavors their customers they will ensable patronage. anta have been made for control-class cattle, hogs and sheep, which may be duly found at their entrance. Information of our patrons we we invariably collect our bills shall insist on the enforcement of 255, 1872. { LOUIS DRAVSEN. HENRY A. BOEGE. UNION MARKET, stand on Los Angeles Street, patte P. Davis & Brom. ANAHEIM, CAL. FORM BY FRIENDS IN will have my Shop open and in my customers on SATURDAY mith, 1873, where the best of at the most reasonable prices The price of MILL MR G. S. and Mots. by the wholesale. A cents per all kinds will also be for sale. and you will be satisfied. R. COHEN, Proprietor. Always Keep on Hand a full Supply of the Best Family Groceries. Provisions. Hardware, Tobacco CROCKERY WARE, DRY GOODS, Clothing, Boots, Shoes, Hats, Etc.