anaheim-gazette 1877-04-28

WEEKLY GAZETTE. SATURDAY ... APRIL 28, 1877. Church Meetings. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, REGULAR SERVICE AT II A.M. AND 7:20 P.M. SUNDAY SCHOOL 10 A.M. MEETING FOR PRACTICE IN CONGREGATIONAL SINGING AND FOR BIBLE STORY, ON WEDNESDAY AT 7:20 P.M. EPISCOPAL CHURCH, REV. G. M. HEBARD, PASTOR. REGULAR SERVICES EVERY SUNDAY MORNING AT 11 O'CLOCK; EVENING SERVICES AT 7:45 P.M. SUNDAY SCHOOL AT 6:15 A.M. Kleinigkeiten. [FROM WEEKSDAY'S DAILY.] There are seven well-boring machines at work in Gospel Swamp. County School Superintendent Saxon was married on Sunday at Ballona. The band complimented Dr. Hardin with a serenade on Monday night, in addition to the gentlemen named yesterday. The trotters, Goldsmith Maid, Barns, Boine and Occident, arrived in Los Angeles yesterday. C. E. Miles, County Recorder and Capt. H. N. Smith, arrived on the train last evening, and proceeded at once to Santa Ana. Montgomery Queen's circus will exhibit at Anaheim on May 10th. If you commence now and "salt down" 7 cents a day, by the time the circus is here you will have enough to buy a ticket and a pint of peanuts. The new advertisement of Goodman & Rimpau, which is published this morning, is so exhaustive in details as to leave us but little to add. There can be no doubt that Mr. Goodman snade a splendid selection of stock, and there is still less doubt that the firm has put the prices down to such a low figure as to make it a very great inducement to trade with them. We have been asked to again urge the propriety of having a picnic on May Day. The members of the Brass Band are not only willing but anxious to participate. All that remains to be done is to get a committee to —The address of County Recorder Miles yesterday at the picnic was one of his most brilliant efforts, and was enthusiastically received, —A valuable memorandum book was taken from a desk in Goodman & Rimpau's store yesterday, which those gentlemen want returned to-day. —The following freight was shipped from the depot this morning: 1,943 skis barley, 96 bales wool, 52 bales hay, 1 butter box; 1 bell pelts, 2 dry hides, 7 boxes eggs, 1 box fancets, 15 kegs beer. —The Anaheim Brass Band need a drum. Fifteen dollars will be necessary to buy one and when purchased they have a man ready to play it. All who desire to contribute may call at this office and leave their contribution. —An elegant party was given on Wednesday evening at the residence of Mr. C. E. French, San Joaquin. The party was given to a sister of Mrs. French on the eve of her departure to the East. We regret that we were prevented from responding to the kind invitation to be present. —Capt. Granet is fitting up his new Bar and Billiard Room in Kroeger's Block with characteristic good taste. It will be as neat and cozy a place as one could imagine. The "opening" will take place on Monday, and the Captain invites everybody to participate in a free lunch which he will spread on the evening of that day. —On last Sunday night Mr. McDonald, living in the Swamp, attempted to commit suicide. He first tried to shoot himself with a revolver, which was very soon prevented by one of his sons, and upon becoming aware that he could not accomplish his purpose in that way, he procured a large knife and tried to kill himself in that manner. No serious damage was done with either pistol or knife, and we hope that this mania for self destruction will not enter his mind again soon. Santa Ana Times. —The propensity of children to taste everything they can get their hands on, should teach parents to be cautious about placing dangerous substances within their reach. For the Gazette. My Neighbour "Who is my neighbor? By one who really wishes That he might serve him And always best afford One day I saw a lady fly At work among the pigs Which send their fragrant And grace The garden A charming gardener, The sweetest read o'er A brighter rose than ever Or bloomed without Dewwitchingly she smiled And nodded kindly give I thought, who can the How much, indeed, How may I meet my niece What thoughts may I For while I would not I would a nearer friend Alas! Alas! the unbuckled That proved the dark A friendly voice, I hear "The malden is thy n" Westminster. From our REGULAR EDITION. Real estate has been made past two weeks than at all came here four years ago land has changed hands Haying operations have if the number of mowers our stores is a fair indication yield, the crop will be Layman has taken the agger shower, and has a scooter for this machine many competitors. He also has chiding, mower and reaper this year will cut their grass rather than head it; as alas saved. Such a saving w everything in the shape of command high rates. Paid information or wishing to operation will call at Mr. E. of our town. Several pieces of alfalfa by dodder, a small yellow attaches itself to the alfalfa cases the damage has been stray the patch altogether claimed that this trouble the Chile seed was sown pearing where seed from been sown. It was also where but in alfalfa fields shown a vine gathered on this place, which is, so far the of is plowing and replanting like to resort to such a m in a dry season. Are ot Rimpau, which is published this morning, is so exhaustive in details as to leave us but little to add. There can be no doubt but that Mr. Goodman made a splendid selection of stock, and there is still less doubt that the firm has put the prices down to such a low figure as to make it very great inducement to trade with them. —We have been asked to again urge the propriety of having a picnic on May Day. The members of the Brass Band are not only willing but anxious to participate. All that remains to be done is to get a committee together to make the few necessary arrangements. Now, if John Fischer, John P. Zeyn, Menzel and one or two more would get together to-day and consult with the band, we are certain that we could announce positively to-morrow morning that there would be a picnic. Gentlemen, do something! There is no time to lose. [FROM THURSDAY'S DAILY.] —Rabbits are numerous in the Swamp, and are making sad havoc among the pumpkins. —Every available place in town has been turned into a bulletin board to display the enormous posters of Montgomery Queen. —Mr. Ijams, a distinguished Japanese gentleman, is in San Francisco, studying American customs. We know his brother Jim, but not favorably. —Star. —Some of the railroad boys were in the office last night. They were dressed up "to kill" and wore roses in the button holes of their coats. It looked very much as if a wedding would be the result. —Mr. Claude Williams, the enterprising and gentlemanly agent of Montgomery Queen's Circus, called on us last evening. Mr. Williams is a genial fellow, and we are always glad to see him around. —Mr. R. Luedke is desirous of adding to his already large collection of fine flowers a black rose. The way to produce this curious flower is to take a bud from a rose bush and graft it into a young oak. The result will be the production of a black rose, which is said to be more rare than handsome. —Col. Hewitt informed us that the Colorado river is visible from the present terminus of the Southern Pacific Railroad. It will probably remain at that point for two weeks by which time the sand hills will be graded and the track will reach the landing. At the landing it will remain until the bridge is built. —Herald. —On Tuesday night, as the Band was practicing at the school-house, they were interrupted by the arrival of fair messengers bearing besides the compliments of Mr. Langenberger, a case of wine and a couple of large, elegantly-decorated fruit-cakes. A handsome boquet was also presented to the leader. The members of the Band desire us to tender to Mr. Langenberger their acknowledgments for the honor done them. —Mr. Olden has received information from The propensity of children to taste everything they can get their hands on should teach parents to be cautious about placing dangerous substances within their reach. A few days ago, a little grandson of Dr. Hardin was nearly fatally poisoned. Mrs. Hardin discovered him in the set of eating a polishing powder which she had purchased a short time before. Suspecting that it might be poison, she gave the child a spoonful of sweet oil, and sent for the Doctor, who was absent. Upon his arrival the usual etiquette were given, but nothing could be made to operate for nearly two hours. Medicine enough was poured down the two-year-old child to operate on a dozen strong men. The little one exhibited every symptom of poisoning, and the Doctor thinks that had Mrs. Hardin awaited his arrival instead of promptly administering oil, his skill would have been without avail. Nearly all polishing powders contain a large quantity of oxalic acid, which is deadly poison; and too much care cannot be exercised in keeping it out of the reach of "baby." The Old Fellows' Celebration at Santa Ana. All the vehicles in town were put in requisition to convey the brethren of the Old Fellows' Society and their numerous friends to the scene of the festivities yesterday. The fraternity formed a procession at their hall over Mr. Spurgeon's store, and to stirring strains from the Anaheim Band marched through the principal streets of the town to a clump of sycamores near the residence of Mr. J. H. Fruit, where preparations had been made for their reception. After the ceremonies peculiar to the Order had been gone through with, Mr. R. E. Hewitt introduced to the assemblage the orator of the occasion, Rev. W. H. Hill, of Los Angeles, who delivered a pleasing address, descriptive of the origin, purpose and success of the society of Old Fellows. After the address, the lunch baskets were brought into requisition, and little groups gathered under the various trees and discussed their contents. The Centennial swing was erected for the amusement of the little ones; and was enjoyed not only by them, but by old and young, married and single indiscriminately, much to the disgust of the patient, plodding mule, which was called on to furnish motive power to the many seats, which were loaded not unfrequently with two hundred pounds of female loveliness. At intervals, the Anaheim Band played beautiful music, the performance of which reflected as much eruditon on them as it gave pleasure to the company. At three o'clock the assembly adjourned to the dancing hall, where they amused themselves until it became time for the band to return home. The Committee of arrangements and revolver, which was very soon prevented by one of his sons, and upon becoming aware that he could not accomplish his purpose in that way, he precurred a large knife and tried to kill himself in that manner. No serious damage was done with either pistol or knife, and we hope that this mania for self destruction will not enter his mind again soon. Santa Ana Times. The propensity of children to taste everything they can get their hands on should teach parents to be cautious about placing dangerous substances within their reach. A few days ago, a little grandson of Dr. Hardin was nearly fatally poisoned. Mrs. Hardin discovered him in the set of eating a polishing powder which she had purchased a short time before. Suspecting that it might be poison, she gave the child a spoonful of sweet oil, and sent for the Doctor, who was absent. Upon his arrival the usual etiquette were given, but nothing could be made to operate for nearly two hours. Medicine enough was poured down the two-year-old child to operate on a dozen strong men. The little one exhibited every symptom of poisoning, and the Doctor thinks that had Mrs. Hardin awaited his arrival instead of promptly administering oil, his skill would have been without avail. Nearly all polishing powders contain a large quantity of oxalic acid, which is deadly poison; and too much care cannot be exercised in keeping it out of the reach of "baby." The Old Fellows' Celebration at Santa Ana. All the vehicles in town were put in requisition to convey the brethren of the Old Fellows' Society and their numerous friends to the scene of the festivities yesterday. The fraternity formed a procession at their hall over Mr. Spurgeon's store, and to stirring strains from the Anaheim Band marched through the principal streets of the town to a clump of sycamores near the residence of Mr. J. H. Fruit, where preparations had been made for their reception. After the ceremonies peculiar to the Order had been gone through with, Mr. R. E. Hewitt introduced to the assemblage the orator of the occasion, Rev. W. H. Hill, of Los Angeles, who delivered a pleasing address, descriptive of the origin, purpose and success of the society of Old Fellows. After the address, the lunch baskets were brought into requisition, and little groups gathered under the various trees and discussed their contents. The Centennial swing was erected for the amusement of the little ones; and was enjoyed not only by them, but by old and young, married and single indiscriminately, much to the disgust of the patient, plodding mule, which was called on to furnish motive power to the many seats, which were loaded not unfrequently with two hundred pounds of female loveliness. At intervals, the Anaheim Band played beautiful music, the performance of which reflected as much eruditon on them as it gave pleasure to the company. At three o'clock the assembly adjourned to the dancing hall, where they amused themselves until it became time for the band to return home. The Committee of arrangements and revolver, which was very soon prevented by one of his sons,and upon becoming aware that he could not accomplish his purpose in that way, he precurred a large knife and tried to kill himself in that manner. No serious damage was done with either pistol or knife, and we hope that this mania for self destruction will not enter his mind again soon. Santa Ana Times. The propensity of children to taste everything they can get their hands on should teach parents to be cautious about placing dangerous substances within their reach. A few days ago, a little grandson of Dr. Hardin was nearly fatally poisoned. Mrs. Hardin discovered him in the set of eating a polishing powder which she had purchased a short time before. Suspecting that it might be poison, she gave the child a spoonful of sweet oil, and sent for the Doctor, who was absent. Upon his arrival the usual etiquette were given, but nothing could be made to operate for nearly two hours. Medicine enough was poured down the two-year-old child to operate on a dozen strong men. The little one exhibited every symptom of poisoning, and the Doctor thinks that had Mrs. Hardin awaited his arrival instead of promptly administering oil, his skill would have been without avail. Nearly all polishing powders contain a large quantity of oxalic acid, which is deadly poison; and too much care cannot be exercised in keeping it out of the reach of "baby." On Tuesday night, as the Band was practicing at the school-house, they were interrupted by the arrival of fair messengers bearing besides the compliments of Mr. Langenberger, a case of wine and a couple of large, elegantly-decorated fruit-cakes. A handsome boquet was also presented to the leader. The members of the Band desire us to tender to Mr. Langenberger their acknowledgments for the honor done them. Mr. Olden has received information from Mr. Northam to the effect that an editorial excursion party will arrive in Anaheim in a day or two. The visitors will be welcomed and hospitably treated. Since the above was in type we have learned that the party left San Francisco yesterday. The following comprise the party: Messrs. McCusick, Bailey and Bangs, of the Postoffice Department, and Miss Bangs; Congressman Page; Congressman Davis and wife; Romualdo Pacheco and wife; Congressman Luttrell and Wern, the latter of Nevada; Senators Sargent and Booth; Gen. Coey and wife; F. MacCrellish, of the Alta, and wife; Miss Austin and Miss Woodward; Senator Conover, of Florida, and wife; Frank Leslie and party; Mr. Upton, of the Bulletin; Mr. Barnes, of the Call; two artists of the Wasp; Mr. Hinton, of the Post; Mr. Johnson, of the Examiner; F Soule, of the Alta; Mr. J. M. McClatehy, of the Sacramento Bee; Hon. John Coghlan, United States District Attorney. [FROM FRIDAY'S DAILY.] Seventeen cars of freight were shipped from the Anaheim depot this morning. An extra car was sent down by the railroad officials last night, to accommodate the expected rush to the races to-day. Telegraphic connection was established for the first time yesterday between Dos Palmos and San Francisco. The Sunday Schools of Santa Ana and Orange will hold a pie-nic at the Santiago Canyon on May 1st. We will tell you something about the circus in a day or two, after you have read and carefully digested the advertisement which we publish this morning. Centennial swing was erected for the amusement of the little ones; and was enjoyed not only by them, but by old and young, married and single indiscriminately, much to the disgust of the patient, plodding mule, which was called on to furnish motive power to the many seats, which were loaded not unfrequently with two hundred pounds of female loveliness. At intervals, the Anaheim Band played beautiful music, the performance of which reflected as much credit on them as it gave pleasure to the company. At three o'clock the assemblage adjourned to the dancing hall, where they amused themselves until it became time for the band to return home. The committee of arrangements and the members of the order especially desired us to return their sincere thanks to the Anaheim Band for the pleasure furnished by their delightful music; and we, who were equally pleased, beg to add also our humble testimonial. Post Office Letter List. Letters for the following persons remain uncalled for at the Anaheim Postoffice: Foster, W. S. Kister, W. W. Masselin, J. Morris, L. Mellus, J. Shaaf, A. Sloan, S. Wiley, W. Held for Postage. Miss Julia Bell Thompson, No. 50, West 128th St., New York. Wells, Fargo & Co. The following letters and packages remain uncalled for at Wells, Fargo & Co's Express: Davis, Jas. N. Plato, D. & G. D. Pierce, J. B. Skeles, Mrs. Sarah A. Merrill, S. Glover, R. C. Brown, Mrs. Muces, John. Rios, Magdalena. LETTERS. Carney, Wm. Ellis, Jas. Gray, N. Kellegg, F. Luedke, Chas. Richards, P. Thermometrical Record. The following is our record for the week ending Wednesday r.r., April 25, giving lowest point by night preceding data, and highest by day: DATE Lowest High Highest Lowest High Highest April 19 41 52 70 64 April 23 38 58 68 55 ** 20 48 58 70 58 ** 21 42 52 69 58 ** 22 40 50 71 58 ** Average Temperature: 55° Average highest and lowest: 56° FOR THE GAZETTE. My Neighbor. "Who is my neighbor?" once was sought by one who really wished to know. That he might serve him as he ought. And always best affection show. One day I saw a lady fair at work among the pretty flowers, which send their fragrance on the air, and grace the garden next to ours. A charming gardener, dressed in blue, the sweetest read one ever saw, a height rose than ever greens or bloomed without a single flaw. Bewitchingly she smiled at me, and nodded kindly greetings too. I thought, who can the lady be? How much, indeed, I'd love to know. How may I meet my neighbor fair? What thoughts my think, emotions feel? For while I would not trespass there, I would a nearer friendship seal. Alas! Alas! the unlucky day, that proved the darkest of my life, A friendly voice, I heard it say— "The malden is thy neighbor's wife." Westminster Items. FROM OUR REGULAR CORRESPONDENT. Real estate has been more active during the past two weeks than at any time since we came here four years ago. A great deal of land has changed hands. Haying operations have commenced; and if the number of mowers and rakes sold by our stores is a fair indication of the probable yield, the crop will be immense. Mr. S. Layman has taken the agency for the Wheeler mower, and has a stock on hand. He claims for this machine many advantages over all competitors. He also has the combined machine, mower and reaper, and thinks farmers this year will cut their grain by this machine rather than head it; as all the straw is thus saved. Such a saving will be valuable, as everything in the shape of feed promises to command high rates. Parties dearing further information or wishing to see the machine in operation will call at Mr. Layman's ranch, N. E. of our town. Several pieces of alfalfa are being damaged by dodder, a small yellow tendril or vine that attaches itself to the alfalfa stalk. In some cases the damage has been so great as to destroy the patch altogether. Formerly it was claimed that this trouble appeared only where the Chile seed was sown, but we find it appearing where seed from San Bernardino has been sown. It was also thought to grow nowhere but in alfalfa fields, but we have been shown a vine gathered on the plains N.E. of this place, which is, so far as we can judge, this same dodder. The only remedy we hear of is plowing and replanting, but men don't like to resort to such a measure, particularly in a dry season. Are other sections troubled meet in Sycamore Hall, at Santa Ana, on May 1st, for the purpose of re-organizing for the coming campaign. James Ott has sold his corn for $2 15 per cental, delivered at the Anaheim depot, so we are informed by Mr. Knight. Mr. Frank Wakeham's artesian well, which he obtained a short time ago, suddenly ceased flowing on last Thursday. It had thrown out in the neighborhood of 80 or 90 tons of sand, and it is supposed to have undermined the pipe, which allowed the earth to cave in and shut off the supply of water. Through the friendly aid of W. H. Spurgeon, the postmaster of this place, Gospel Swamp obtained a postoffice, which was allowed to go by default, no one being willing to take the trouble of running it for the pay there was in it. Tyler, Fillmore, Andy Johnson, and now comes Hayes, is what the Republicans are swearing about over here. The case of the People vs. Taylor, came up for a hearing last Friday, and the jury again agreed to disagree—seven for conviction, and five for acquittal. The case comes up again. The base-ball match game between the Los Angeles and Tustin clubs, did not take place as per announcement. The excuse offered by the Los Angelenos is that the conductor of the train between Anaheim and Los Angeles refused to pass them free. They tried to argue the question with him, stating that it was "such a small matter." But he was inexorable and said that it made a Mateer-ial difference to him, and then they concluded that was "what's the Mateer" with Mateer. The next time they send a challenge, they should stipulate that the challenged club should pay their expenses. The Tustin boys claim the game under the rules, and are looking for the bat and ball lost by the Los Angelenus. The Tustin and Orange clubs played seven innings, the former winning by a score of 18 to 25. The "blue glass" or "violet ray" theory was first advanced by Gen. Pleasanton, in Lippencott's Magazine, in June, 1870. California people and press seem to have just heard of it. You can inform the funny man of the Los Angeles Republican that Mr. J. Williams did not come up to wash but went on down 323 feet and obtained a fine six-inch flow of artesian water. Quite an amount of indignation has been aroused by the interested parties trying to fasten the authorship of those silly articles that recently appeared under the signature of R., in the News, upon the wrong person. It appears that the initial was used without authority, and the intention was to create the impression that they were written by an ex-medico, hence all the trouble. Gen. Titchenal was caught in the act of selling liquor in front of the Star Restaurant Several pieces of alfalfa are being damaged by dolder, a small yellow tendril or vine that attaches itself to the alfalfa stalk. In some cases the damage has been so great as to destroy the patch altogether. Formerly it was claimed that this trouble appeared only where the Chile seed was sown, but we find it appearing where seed from San Bernardino has been sown. It was also thought to grow nowhere but in alfalfa fields, but we have been shown a vine gathered on the plains N.E of this place, which is, so far as we can judge, this same dolder. The only remedy we hear of is plowing and replanting, but men don’t like to resort to such a measure, particularly in a dry season. Are other sections troubled in this way, and how do they treat it? Grasshoppers show themselves in large numbers between this place and the ocean, and on the plains between here and Anaheim but they seem to remain in the same locality. Last Sabbath was communion in the Presbyterian church. One new member was received by profession and four by letter. The Methodists will hold quarterly meetings next week, Saturday and the following Sabbath. There will be services on Saturday at 2 P.M. and on Sunday at the usual hours — 11 A.M. and 7:30 P.M. On Saturday evening the presiding Elder will deliver a lecture in the church. Subject—“Among the Modern Institutions and Ancient Monuments of Egypt.” This is the lecture Elder Hough was to have delivered here last month, but postponed it on account of the rain. Cam McDowell has purchased 20 acres near Mr. Jaspers, N.E of here, and has moved his house there. Taylor & McCoy have finished the well they have been boring for Larder & Griffith on the Webber place, getting 24 inches at 308 feet. This is much the deepest well about here. They are boring on W. F. Poor’s place. The same firm have taken their other set of tools from Mr. Edwards place and are boring on Alvin McDowell’s land. The most lucky strike we have heard of in the well line is that of Mr. H. A. Young, on his land cast of the cemetery. After boring 175 feet and getting no water, he tried to pull the pipe. In this they failed, and finding the pipe must be left in the ground, commenced to pierce it, when, to the surprise of every one, a two-inch flow was obtained. The borers were new hands at the business and are strangers in this section. This gives another good well on the high land north of this place. Walnut and chestnut trees, which have heretofore been in full leaf earlier than this are just leading out. Many other trees show life at the lower end of the branches, while the buds on the outer ends don't begin to swell. Assessor Lockhart tells us that he has not seen a peach tree on the other side of the river which shows any signs of life. The youngest child of Mrs. J. A. Goldsworthy has been very sick, but is now out of danger, and the doctors Howe have dismissed the case. Mr. W. Kell, after living in town about nine months, has moved back to his ranch to rusticate a while. The Presbyterian sociable met in the hall Tuesday evening under most favorable auspices, Mrs. Rev. J. Marquis in charge. The Hall was beautifully decorated, and the word “Welcome,” in evergreens and flowers greeted the largest gathering of this society which has yet been held. The exercises were opened by an anthem, “Blessed is the Lord.” sung by members of the Choral Union. This was followed by the inaugural address of the President, which was worthy of special note. It set forth clearly the objects of the Society, and the work expected of each member until that work—the building and finishing of a substantial Presbyterian Church—should be attained. It was suggested that you can inform the funny man of the Los Angeles Republican that Mr. J. Williams did not come up to wash but went on down 323 feet and obtained a fine six-inch flow of artesian water. Quite an amount of indignation has been aroused by the interested parties trying to fasten the authorship of those silly articles that recently appeared under the signature of R., in the News, upon the wrong person. It appears that the initial was used without authority, and the intention was to create the impression that they were written by an ex-medico, hence all the trouble. Gen. Titchenal was caught in the act of selling liquor in front of the Star Restaurant without a license. He has not been arrested as yet. W. D. Morton, editor of the Times, is seriously ill; also, J. S. Cunningham. The “Tower of Tears” is still waiting for a hospital steward. The Westminster zephyrs have caused considerable sickness in this vicinity. Judging from the discussions going on through our local press, the “Baptis is in the grass.” Mrs. Edwards has returned from the East, with the intention of staying this time. “Veni Vidi,” has gone to sleep and is dreaming about his crop of “burros,” &c. The parties we know of in this town with number nine feet and number seven shoes, are idiots of no mean pretensions, we can assure you. If we ever committed a crime of such magnitude as to deserve being sent to San Quentin, we hope we may be tried by the average jury that is usually found in this latitude, because we know that we would be cleared. Dr. Burtnett is so popular with the balance of the disciples of Esculapius that they without his knowledge, guarantee the payment of his whiskey bills to the saloon keepers. Salah. April 24th, 1877. Garden Grove Items. REGULAR CORRESPONDENCE OF THE GAZETTE. The industry that thrives best in the arvican belt is well boring. In Westminster and Garden Grove, in the “willows” or in the “Swamp,” you are always in sight of the tall derricks of the artesian well borer. The almost universal success of their efforts and the large flow of water usually obtained is a matter of surprise to all. We anticipated some diminution of the flow this dry season, but the very opposite is the case, although as a general thing, the wells are deeper. Experience is a good teacher. The well borers are now able to overcome obstacles which at first seemed insuperable. James A. McFadden, who is now boring a well for Deacon J. Howe, at Garden Grove, has sunk the pipe through sixty feet of boulders. He succeeded in removing one from the bottom of the well weighing nearly eight pounds. He is still working in a strata of coarse gravel and boulders, and intends to go down until he reaches fire or water. We have also noted that the fruit trees are very late this year in putting forth their leaves, but the same fact is not true regarding trees from Oregon. The climate there being colder, they shed their leaves earlier in the fall and being transplanted to this warmer climate are now in full leaf, while trees raised here show hardly any signs of reviving animation. There is no doubt but that the trees raised here will do just as well or better than imported trees. The fact stated above simply teaches us that trees must have rest as well as animals. Of Rare Proportions.$$100,000 worth since Last Season$$ Prominent among which will be daily exhibited, without extra expired den, the marvel of the animal Earth, Sea and Air in Contribution. And unstinted wealth combined in making this, The Fourth and Grand Combinating traps of Montgomery Quail GREAT DOUBLE CIRCUS COMPANY. Comprising in full Cooke's Royal English Circus, In Conjunction with Montgomery Queen's California Circus A Grand Combination of Arenic Talent. Do not fail to witness Great Aet, CIRCUS RIDING EXPOSED. Putnam, the Iron Son of '76. A gorgeous, sensational, Military Drama, on Horseback. Brilliant Oriental STREET PARADE The most magnificent ever beheld will pass through nine months, has moved back to his ranch to rusticate a while. The Presbyterian sociable met in the hall Tuesday evening under most favorable auspices, Mrs. Rev. J. Marquis in charge. The Hall was beautifully decorated, and the word "Welcome," in evergreens and flowers greeted the largest gathering of this society which has yet been held. The exercises were opened by an anthem, "Blessed is the Lord." sung by members of the Choral Union. This was followed by the inaugural address of the President, which was worthy of special note. It set forth clearly the objects of the Society, and the work expected of each member until that work—the building and finishing of a substantial Presbyterian Church—should be attained. It was suggested that dues received from the children should be set aside for some special object in the furnishing of the church to remind them in after years of these early efforts. The address was very complete and recieval hearty applause. Mrs. Dr. A. J. Howesang "My Grandfather's Clock," with chorus by members of the Choral Union. Miss Dora McFaulden recited "The Babie's Letter," after which a solo by Mrs. Torrey, "The Old Man's Dream." Recitation "I've drank my last glass," by W. H. Marquis. Piano solo by Mrs. J. E. Preston followed by "The Irishman's Boots" from Dr. Gregory, which led to a table of strawberries and cake prepared by the ladies, and all who wished, partook of the generous supply. Mrs. Bowley favored the audience with a solo "La Zingarella" and a very pleasant evening of sociability was closed by "Home sweet home." The receipts of the evening amounted to over thirty five dollars. Society adjourned to May 29th, Mrs. McCoy in charge. April 26th, 1877. Santa Ana Items. FROM OUR REGULAR CORRESPONDENT. Mr. J. E. Crane sold his corn a few days ago for $1 65 per cental, delivered in Santa Ana. We are not of those who seem so oppose everything, even the truth, for the sake of opposition, or because we happen to be personally opposed to an individual who is, in the abstract, a public-spirited citizen. This seems to be the spirit manifested by certain parties in this town, who always lay back and do nothing and say nothing on a public question until they see how certain other persons are going, and then oppose it, right or wrong. The idiotic cry of "ring" that we used to hear on certain corners has died out, probably from the consciousness that those who were the loudest in the outcry were like the thief, who joined in the hue and cry of "stop thief!" The Republican Club of Santa Ana will Do not fail to witness the Great Act, CIRCUS RIDING EXPOSED. Every Afternoon. Putnam, the Iron Son of '76. A gorgeous, sensational, Military Drama, on Horseback, Every Evening. Brilliant Oriental STREET PARADE The most magnificent ever beheld, will pass through the Exhibition. Postmaster Webster has received his commission, and Garden Grove now rejoices in the possession of a regular daily mail. The crop of barley and hay will be quite large this season—much larger than has been anticipated. The present indications are that the corn crop will be immense. The early planted corn is looking well and the stand is generally good. Many farmers intend to plant corn or pumpkins as soon as the hay is removed from the fields and the soil can be irrigated. It is the intention to celebrate May Day by going to the beach, either at Bolsa Chica or on the mesa at Mr. Paris'. Croquet, base ball and bathing will be the order of the day—not forgetting the lunch. A good assortment of Novels, by the most celebrated authors just received at Woodruff's Book and News Depot, Centre Street. BORN. KILLAM—In Los Angeles, April 17th, to the wife of N. P. Killam, son. MARRIED. DALTON—HEREFORD—In Los Angeles, April 25th, at the residence of the bride's mother, by Rev. Dr. Gray, Mr. R. H. Dalton to Miss Carrie A. Hereford, both of Los Angeles. SAXON—FULLER—At the Ballona School House, April 23d, Mr. Thomas A. Saxon, School Superintendent of Los Angeles county, and Miss Josephine Fuller, of Tustin City. MILLER—PRESCOTT—In Los Angeles, on the 24th first, by Rev. Geo. S. Hickey, Mr. J. C. Miller to Miss L. H. Prescott, both of Los Angeles. DIED. QUIROLO—In Los Angeles, April 24th Marie Antoile nette Quirolo, aged 3 years. POND'S EXTRACT—"Staple as floor" is what druggists say of Pond's Extract, which may be relied on as the best family medicine for the cure of many classes of diseases. Send to the Pond's Extract Company, 08 Maiden Lane, New York, for a book free, giving its history and uses; and ask your druggist for it when you need a Pain Destroyer. AND HOLIDAY AT— NAHEIM! THURSDAY, MAY 10th GOMERY QUEEN'S CALIFORNIA MENAGERIE, CARAVAN AND D. NAGLE Centre Street, Annaheim Keeps the only exclusive BOOT AND SHOE STORE South of Los Angeles. The best boots and shoes that can be made in San Francisco or elsewhere, always on hand. My long experience in the business enables me to buy the best and sell them cheaper than those not so well acquainted with the shoe trade. Ladies and Gents Boots and Shoes made to order. Sq. D. NAGLE. J. W. LOWE, Blacksmith and Wagon Maker. Santa Ana. Horse-shoeing a speciality. General Jobbing done promptly and at low rates. J. S. Thompson, C. J. Ellis. THOMPSON & ELLIS, Attorneys and Counsellors at Law. Rooms 1 and 3. Downey Block, Los Angeles. Con. Howe. D. Webster. Garden Grove Store Opening on Saturday, March 17. Webster, Howe & Co., Dealers in Groceries, Hardware, Boots and Shoes, DOUBLE CIRCUS illiantly equipped or the fourth and last reason in California. NEW FROM BASE TO SUMMIT. The only strictest legitimate first-class combination of Menagerie, Caravan and Circus now traveling. POSITIVELY NOTHING ADVERTISED BUT WHAT WILL BE PRODUCED. ONLY ONE SHOW THIS YEAR! By special agreement between the leading Managers and Proprietors of Circuses and Menageries in the United States, the centre country west of Omaha has been conceded to Montgomery Queen, therefore the public may rest assured that no other show will visit California this season. MONSTER MENAGERIE tions. $100,000 worth of Animals added since Last Season. TWO-HORNED RHINOCEROS. It is alive and positively the only Rhinoeros ever exhibited on the Pacific Coast. LIVING AFRICAN HORNED HORSE! To the first and only one ever exhibited in California. Ordinary specimens will be seen rare animals from every earth and an endless variety of chattering monkeys, etc., etc., etc. Air in Contribution. Energy, Perseverance, in making this, the Fourth and Last Season (for the present) in California, theinating triumph of Montgomery Queen's Circus and Menageria. DOUBLE COMPANY. In full English Circus, with California Circus of Arenic Talent. In the Great Act, EXPOSED. Son of '76. DRAMA, on Horseback, Opening on Saturday, March 17. Webster, Howe & Co., Deniers in Groceries, Hardware, Boots and Shoes, Dry-Goods, Notions, Crookery, etc., etc. All Kinds of Marketable Produce Bought at Current Rates. We will sell the best of goods at the cheapest rates. Terms Cash. Garden Grove Store. Westminster Millinery Store. MRS. DE VERE WILL BE RECEIVING NEW and stylish goods by nearly every steamer, this Spring, and will be pleased to see her friends from Oranje, and the vicinity of Westminster. She has also the agency for the Florence Sewing Machine, needles of all kinds, and the best machine oil. Also, laces and fancy articles of all descriptions, at prices lower than San Francisco and Los Angeles. A Good Chance for Stores. WESTMINSTER NEEDS A SHOP STORE STATIONERY Store, Hairdressing and Shaving Salon, Confectionery, Baker and others. Any person desiring to rent a store for any of these purposes, can call at the GAZETTE office and learn particulars. A. GUY SMITH & CO. Planing, Sawing AND Moulding Mill, AND LUMBER YARD! Centre Street, near Railroad Depot, Anselm. A full assortment of both Humboldt Redwood AND Oregon Pine Lumber! Rough, Surfaced, Tongued and Grooved, and Rustic. Also, Fence Posts, Shingles, Shakes, Laths, Battens and Pickets. Doors, Sashes and Blinds, Also, a good assortment of BUILDERS' HARDWARE! SPECIAL NOTE. No side shows or Peddling upon the Seats allowed with this show. Two performances Daily. Doors open at 1 and 7 P.M. Performance commences one hour later. ADMISSION ONE DOLLAR Children under nine years, Fifty Cents. Cushioned Opera Chairs, 50 cents extra. Will also exhibit at Los Angeles on May 7th 8th and 9th; Downey City, May 11th; San Bernardino, May 12th, and Sumner, May 14. AND Oregon Pine Lumber! Rough, Surfaced, Tongued and Grooved, and Rustic. Also, Fence Posts, Shingles, Shakes, Laths, Battens and Pickets. Doors, Sashes and Blinds. Also, a good assortment of BUILDERS' HARDWARE! Nails, Screws, Looks, Hinges, etc., etc. Staff for Bee Hives, Grape Boxes, etc., Furnished in any shape at short notice. ANAHEIM Storage Warehouse Is open for the storage of Grain, Wool And other merchandise. Liberal Advances Made, AND GOODS FORWARDED AND SOLD ON Comission, In Best Markets. A. GUY SMITH & CO., Centre Street, Near Railroad Depot. Anaheim Grist Mill. GRAIN, FEED & FLOUR. Ground Barley Feed, Ground Mixed Feed, Ground Corn Feed, Ground Corn Meal, Graham Flour and Rye Flour. Agency of the Collected SANTA PAULA FLOUR MILLS. A. Guy Smith & Co., Near Railroad Depot.