anaheim-gazette 1910-02-17

ANAH VOLUME XXXX HAIL, KNIGHTS, 3000 MARCH IN PARADE Battalion Driff Reviewed by Brig. Gen. Driffif—Barbecue Feast for the Multitude With streets thronged as never before in the history of the city, with business houses and private residen3000. The throng upon the streets, drawn from all over the county and outside districts, numbered 8000. through the street cises were held. clock the train Angeles. OBJECTS OF Established to He Great The order of Kni founded February ington, D.C., by J at a time when heart of man and —when from oce lake to guff, our g ed in scenes of Brother Rathbone history the germ should prove a pow warmth of section With streets thronged as never before in the history of the city, with business houses and private residences decked out in gay colors of bunting, streamers bearing welcome overhead and flags and banners waving, with a bright sun smiling down upon an ideal February day, and breezes blowing in soft from the sea three thousand Knights of Pythias and Pythian ladies marched through the streets of Anaheim on Sunday morning. Of the patriotic and benevolent organization there were fifteen companies of the uniform rank numbering five hundred and a score or more of subordinate lodges and lady members of the order. Heading the procession was Brig. Gen. J. A. Driffil of Oxnard, commanding the Pythian Brigade and Col. R. L. Miller of Los Angeles, commanding the regiment. Both officers were accompanied by their staffs as follows: Col. K. A. Mueller, Assistant Adjutant General of Los Angeles; Col. T. A. Nerney of Los Angeles, Col. Herman Schaffner of Los Angeles, Col. J. E. Elliott of Oxnard, Major C. J. Noyes, Brigade Chaplain, of Los Angeles, Major Dan Sailor of San Francisco, Col. George A. Adolph of Los Angeles, Major J. O. Royer of Anaheim, Col. O. S. Ihrig (retired) of Los Angeles, Capt. W. P. Hyatt and Capt. Chas. Stansbury. To the tune of a spirited Sousa march played by the Pythian band in uniform, composed of the Anaheim and Fullerton bands massed and numbering 32 pieces the parade moved up Center street from the Santa Fe depot at 10:30. Company E, Seventh Regiment, N.G.C., under command of Capt. Herman Schindler, acted as escort. Company 32 of Pasadena, uniform rank following. It paraded 50 men and made a very handsome appearance. Company 40, of Los Angeles with 80 men carrying parasols and marching in soldierly precision elicited much applause. Company 21, of Santa Monica with 20 members followed in excellent order, and received its share of applause. Company 64, of Oxnard with 21 members made a creditable showing for the Brigadier General's home town. 3000. The throng upon the streets, drawn from all over the county and outside districts, numbered 8000. FEEDING THE MULTITUDE Two Thousand Fed at Opera-House Barbecue From noon to 2 o'clock two thousand Knights and ladies sat down to a barbecue feast at the opera-house. Five long tables were spread, running lengthwise of the hall and were laden with barbecued meats, baked beans, ham sandwiches, coffee, olives, oranges and other edibles. The meats were prepared in pits adjoining the building. Those in charge of the cooking were W. F. Fleischman, Bob Sparks, Si Sparks, Eli Sparks, Bert Annin and Bobby Mills. Three beeves were prepared and the meat was carried upstairs by a committee of the local lodge. Fifteen hundred admission tickets to the feast were distributed with compliments of local Knights and fully five hundred more people were served during the afternoon. Six hundred guests were served at the first table, and so large was the throng outside the building that a number departed, seeking their dinner elsewhere. There was enough for all., however, and after all had been served a committee of local Knights went about the streets inquiring of all if they had dined. Many who had been unable to procure meals returned to the hall, and all were served with an excellent meal. These were loud in their praises of the hospitality spread before them, and declared the roast meats were the best their sharpened appetites had ever tasted. The committee in charge of the barbecue had received instructions from Major Royer not to permit a single person to depart unfed. Major Royer telephoned from Los Angeles on Saturday afternoon that from 2500 to 3000 people would be here. His request was that a sufficient quantity of food should be prepared for all and that the committee see to it that all were properly fed. At noon the stairway and entrance to the hall as well as the sidewalk and street in front, were choked Capt. Herman Schmidt acted as escort. Company 32 of Pasadena, uniform rank following. It paraded 50 men and made a very handsome appearance. Company 40, of Los Angeles with 80 men carrying parasols and marching in soldierly precision elicited much applause. Company 21, of Santa Monica with 20 members followed in excellent order, and received its share of applause. Company 64, of Oxnard with 21 members made a creditable showing for the Brigadier General's home town. Company 48, of Santa Barbara had 22 members in line and marched well. Company 25 of Anaheim paraded 100 men. The baby company of the order, it looked well and promises to develop into sturdy manhood. Among the companies making creditable showing in the parade were Gauntlet, Marathon, Mira Mar, Mira Monte Mira Diera, and Helmet of Los Angeles, and the companies from Pasadena, Long Beach, Santa Barbara, Santa Monica, Venice, Redondo and this city. Subordinate lodges were represented in line from Los Angeles, Pasadena, Long Beach, Santa Barbara, Pomona, Tustin, Santa Ana, Glendale, Venice, San Pedro, Redondo, San Diego and other points. Anaheim lodge paraded 180 members. Many of the members in the uniform rank and subordinate lodge were not in line owing to their being detailed on the work of various committees. The Knights arrived in a special train of 16 cars over the Santa Fe, carrying 1500 people. The aisles, vestibules and steps were crowded, and standing room was at a premium. Five hundred members of the uniform rank arrived on a special train on Saturday evening at 8:30 and participated in the initiation of 108 members of the uniform rank of the local lodge. Seven gaily decorated autos conveyed the Pomona contingent of 50 members. San Diego Knights arrived on the early morning train to the number of 50 and brethren from nearby towns swelled the total to fully At noon the stairway and entrance to the hall as well as the sidewalk and street in front, were choked with a good natured throng seeking admittance. The committee in charge of the dinner stood steadfast and while their task seemed to be herculean they proved themselves equal to it. Seven hundred loaves of bread and several hundred pounds of baked beans were brought in. The feast being spread the doors were opened and 600 guests entered the hall. These were admirably served. On completing their meal each one took dishes, knife, fork and spoon and retired down the stairway at the rear of the building. The used dishes and cutlery were deposited in receptacles, and the tables soon set again. Six hundred others were admitted and by 2 o'clock the task of feeding the crowd had been all but accomplished. Beside the barbecue several thousand people were fed at the hotel, restaurants and private residences in town. Many dinner parties entertained guests, and a spirit of jollity and good fellowship pervaded over all. At the Germania restaurant Major Royer acted as host at an elaborate dinner tendered the brigade and regimental officers. At 2:30 fifteen hundred Knights and their ladies gathered at the Santa Fe station for the return trip. A crowd of a thousand townspeople gathered to see them off. An hour was spent in recounting the experiences of the day and preceding evening, and on all sides the praises of Anaheim were spoken with a will. At 3:30 the train pulled out for Fullerton where the Knights paraded In charge of the barbecue had received instructiops from Major Royer not to permit a single person to depart unfed. Major Royer telephoned from Los Angeles on Saturday afternoon that from 2500 to 3000 people would be here. His request was that a sufficient quantity of food should be prepared for all and that the committee see to it that all were properly fed. At noon the stairway and entrance to the hall as well as the sidewalk and street in front, were choked with a good natured throng seeking admittance. The committee in charge of the dinner stood steadfast and while their task seemed to be herculean they proved themselves equal to it. Seven hundred loaves of bread and several hundred pounds of baked beans were brought in. The feast being spread the doors were opened and 600 guests entered the hall. These were admirably served. On completing their meal each one took dishes, knife, fork and spoon and retired down the stairway at the rear of the building. The used dishes and cutlery were deposited in receptacles, and the tables soon set again. Six hundred others were admitted and by 2 o'clock the task of feeding the crowd had been all but accomplished. Beside the barbecue several thousand people were fed at the hotel, restaurants and private residences in town. Many dinner parties entertained guests, and a spirit of jollity and good fellowship pervaded over all. At the Germania restaurant Major Royer acted as host at an elaborate dinner tendered the brigade and regimental officers. At 2:30 fifteen hundred Knights and their ladies gathered at the Santa Fe station for the return trip. A crowd of a thousand townspeople gathered to see them off. An hour was spent in recounting the experiences of the day and preceding evening, and on all sides the praises of Anaheim were spoken with a will. At 3:30 the train pulled out for Fullerton where the Knights paraded His earthly affair ranged, the last four enen he looks a last friends now frantically finds that his slave steed. Syracuse is saw his day of re-night, his friend lee he heard his pledge of mockery without Crazed with the AHEIM GAZE ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA, THURSDAY. FEBRUARY 17, 1910 RIGHTS, TO ACTS OF V through the streets and literary exercises were held. Shortly after 5 o'clock the train pulled out for Los Angeles. OBJECTS OF THE ORDER Established to Heal the Wounds of a Great Conflict The order of Knights of Pythias was founded February 19, 1864, at Washington, D.C., by Justus H. Rathbone, at a time when "war was in the heart of man and sorrow in his home"—when from ocean to ocean, from lake to gulf, our glorious land engaged in scenes of carnage and death. Brother Rathbone saw in Grecian history the germ of an order that should prove a power in dispelling the warmth of sectional strife and restorations. lost, friend and friendship sacrificed he seized a passing steed, and swifter than the winds of heaven, flew on toward Syracuse and certain death. Aye, more, to the rescue of his friend and the maintenance of his honor—to him sweeter than life and home. As the last moment is called and the executioner's ax is uplifted over the head of Pythias, he rushed through the gates, springs upon the scaffold, redeems his honor, and saves the life of his friend. This display of manhood and true courage, led captive the tyrant's heart, who, remitting the death sentence of Damon, sought admission to their friendship. This bright spot on the pages of the past was the corner-stone upon which Brother Rathbone "built wiser than PRIZES AWARDED Gauntlet, Santa Barbara and Mira Monte Winners After the parade the companies of the uniform rank headed by the Pythian band marched to Athletic park on South Los Angeles street where a competitive drill was witnessed by a large throng. Companies participating were those from Los Angeles, Pomona, Santa Barbara, Venice, Santa Monica, Redondo, Long Beach and other points. The drill was reviewed by Brig.-Gen. Driffil, Col. Miller and staffs. The judges were Brig.-Gen. Driffil, Judge Hart, Grand C.C.; Col. T. A. Nerney of San Francisco, and Colonel Schaffner of San Francisco, Grand K. The order of Knights of Pythias was founded February 19, 1864, at Washington, D.C., by Justus H. Rathbone, at a time when "war was in the heart of man and sorrow in his home"—when from ocean to ocean, from lake to gulf, our glorious land engaged in scenes of carnage and death. Brother Rathbone saw in Grecian history the germ of an order that should prove a power in dispelling the warmth of sectional strife and restoring the hearts of men to a basis of universal brotherhood. The reign of Dionysius, the elder, marked an era of selfishness in the world's history. Following the example of a tyrant, his adherents in the isle of Sicily vied in obliterating from the tablets of their memory every vestige of that noble principle of mankind which recognizes man's fealty to his fellow. Damon, a senator of Syracuse, by his opposition to Dionysius in his attempted usurpation of power, was ecutioner's ax is uplifted over the head of Pythias, he rushed through the gates, springs upon the scaffold, redeems his honor, and saves the life of his friend. This display of manhood and true courage, led captive the tyrant's heart, who, remitting the death sentence of Damon, sought admission to their friendship. This bright spot on the pages of the past was the corner-stone upon which Brother Rathbone "built wiser than he knew." For years the fires burned low upon the altars of the young and struggling brotherhood; but in its present high noon, when from every hill top the shields of brave and gallant knights make bright the day of promise, the founder of the order may rest assured that its ascendant star will never wane. In words from the silver sea of truth we teach man's duty to his fellow, and by the perpetuity in the following: The secret work consists of three The drill was reviewed by Brig.-Gen. Driffil, Col. Miller and staffs. The judges were Brig.-Gen. Driffil, Judge Hart, Grand C.C.; Col. T. A. Nerney of San Francisco, and Colonel Schaffner of San Francisco, Grand K. of R. & S. Two hundred and twenty-five dollars was awarded in prizes as follows To the company of the uniform rank parading the most men (Anaheim not competing) $75 to Gauntlet company of Los Angeles No. 40. For the company of the uniform rank making best appearance in parade, $50, to Santa Barbara No. 48. To the subordinate lodge parading the greatest number of members (Marathon of Los Angeles and Anaheim placed under sentence of immediate death. Pythias, the time-tried friend of Damon, besought the tyrant to grant him a respite that he might bid a last farewell to those he loved. The denial of this trust was followed by the most striking exemplification of pure friendship that has ever illuminated the pages of history. Pythias, who well knew the honor of his friend, offered himself as a pledge for Damon's return, agreeing to pay the penalty with his own life should Damon prove false. Dionysius accepted the proffered hostage, and placing Pythias in darkness and chains, while his friend of years hastened to the home where loved ones dwell. His earthly affairs are speedily arranged, the last fond embrace is given, he looks a last look upon his friends now frantic with grief, and finds that his slave has slain his steed. Syracuse is leagues away. He saw his day of respite fading into night, his friend led to the scaffold, he heard his pledge of honor, the cry of mockery without the prison walls. Crazed with the thoughts of honor divisions called ranks, which are symbolical of the three principles of the order, namely, Friendship, Charity and Benevolence. The three ranks—Page, Esquire and Knight—are separate, but it is necessary to be initiated into all of them to come to a just appreciation of the extent and scope of what this society comprehends and teaches. The intention of this body is to disseminate and teach to all mankind, who are worthy and will listen, the doctrines and precepts that are the foundations of the organization, and by so doing to give to those principles their true meaning and widest application. The instructions given in the several ranks are a part of the essential element that go to make up a secret society, and they are conferred upon all who not competing), $50, to Gauntlet, No. 120. To the subordinate lodge making the best appearance, $50, to Mira Monte, No. 129, of Los Angeles and Garvanza. PYTHIAN SISTERS One of the most interesting features of the day was the exhibition drill of the Degree Staff of Los Angeles Temple, No. 73, Pythian Sisters, on South Los Angeles street, between two and three o'clock. Sixteen ladies were in the ranks, and the manner in which they marched, countermarched and evolved would have done credit to a veteran corps of United States troops. The maneuvers lasted twenty minutes and not a single false move or misstep was made during the entire drill. A large crowd witnessed the performance and the ladies were suitably applauded at the close. Hats off to Major Royer and the Pythian Knights. ZETTE 17, 1910 NUMBER 18 OF VALOR GIVEN SEEK GRAND LODGE Strong Competitors for Annual Meeting In 1911—Major Royer to Erect New Hotel AFTER THE GRAND LODGE Local Knights Ambitious to Enter-lodge next year. Judge Hart refer-red to the splendid showing made by local knights, and expressed himself AFTER THE GRAND LODGE Local Knights Ambitious to Entertain Next Year At the installation of Company 25, uniform rank, on Saturday evening, with upward of 100 members and a roster exceeding 150, it was announced that Anaheim would be an aspirant for the honor of entertaining the grand lodge next year. The new company forms a part of No. 25 of Los Angeles, whose officers govern the new company. Therefore no new officers were elected. Judge E. C. Hart of Sacramento, grand chancellor commander of the K. P. of California, presided. With him was Col. Schaffner of San Francisco, grand keeper of the records and seals. According to the address of Judge Hart, the local lodge has made good in instituting a uniform company and subordinate lodge with such strong membership, and being one of the strongest in the state. The roster of the uniform rank company exceeds 150, while that of the subordinate lodge is 300, with excellent prospects of equaling 500 before the meeting of the grand lodge at Santa Cruz in May. Major Royer, who is the organizer and moving spirit of the local lodge, is out after the meeting of the grand lodge next year, and his associates are with him to a man. Before the organization of Anaheim lodge, he was promised support in his effort to bring the grand lodge here, provided the strongest lodge of K.P.could be organized here in the state. Judge Hart freely stated that Major Royer has made good, and that his promise to exert his influence to have the grand lodge meet here next year will be brought up. In order to accommodate the 5000 Knights who will visit the grand lodge, Major Royer will erect a three story hotel in town. Plans for the structure are complete, and it is said an experienced eastern hotel keeper is negotiating for its lease. Another ambition of Major Royer is to have the grand lodge erect at this point its home for widows and orphans of members of the order. He lodges next year. Judge Hart referred to the splendid showing made by local knights, and expressed himself as being of opinion that such energy and enterprise entitled them to the honor of entertaining the grand lodge. Another enterprise in connection with the Pythian order here is the desire on the part of Major J. O. Royer for the erection of the K. of P. home for widows and orphans.Major Royer stands ready to assist in financing the enterprise, and with his large fortune and unbounded energy cannot but succeed in his praiseworthy endeavor. Major Royer will also proceed immediately to the erection of a three-story reinforced concrete hotel upon his Center street property. He has had in contemplation for some time past the erection of a three-story reinforced concrete structure, and has decided to convert it into uses as an up-to-date and finely appointed hotel. This is in line with his promise to grand lodge officials to properly entertain the 5000 knights who will attend the session of the grand encampment next year. The day was markedly ideally pleasant weather, and the thousands of visitors enjoyed themselves to the utmost. They departed carrying nothing but the pleasantest memories of the hospitality of the Mother Colony. To Major Royer and his associates of the K. of P. the thanks of the populace is due for the magnificent demonstration and elaborate entertainment of the city's guests. FORMER ASSOCIATES Representatives of Napa Lodge a Feature of Parade One of the interesting features of the parade was a body of four representatives of Napa lodge, of which Major Royer was formerly a member. They bore a banner inscribed, "We Made Royer a K. P." Those in the delegation were N. W. Collins, county clerk of Napa county, which honorable position he has held for 17 years; William Bayles and wife, Col. F. E. Trubody, a banker of Napa, and Charles Meacham. They were guests of Major Royer have the grand lodge meet here next year will be brought up. In order to accommodate the 5000 Knights who will visit the grand lodge, Major Royer will erect a three story hotel in town. Plans for the structure are complete, and it is said an experienced eastern hotel keeper is negotiating for its lease. Another ambition of Major Royer is to have the grand lodge erect at this point its home for widows and orphans of members of the order. He has offered to assist in financing the enterprise, and as he makes a success of all he undertakes to do, the local Knights are saying he will succeed. Major Royer will take the local uniform company to the grand lodge at Santa Cruz in May. Later he will take them to Napa, on a visit to his former home. Company No. 25 has ambitious times ahead of it, but with Major Royer's indomitable energy, coupled with the hearty co-operation of its members, the company promises to make good. ENTERPRISES IN VIEW Demonstration Marks Beginning of Many Improvements The magnificent demonstration by Knights of Pythias in this city on Sunday marks the beginning of a series of ambitious enterprises in contemplation by members of the local order. That Anaheim is a strong competitor for the 1911 meeting of the grand lodge was shown on Saturday evening, when a uniform rank of K. of P. was instituted here. Membership in this youngest company in the state exceeds 150, while the subordinate lodge has a membership of over 300. Enthusiastic knights declare that before the next meeting of the grand lodge at Santa Cruz in May the membership of the local lodge will exceed 500. Supreme Grand Chancellor Commander Hart of Sacramento, who presided at Saturday evening's meeting, when 500 uniformed knights were present, is a supporter of Anaheim's claims for the grand One of the interesting features of the parade was a body of four representatives of Napa lodge, of which Major Royer was formerly a member. They bore a banner inscribed, "We Made Royer a K. P." Those in the delegation were N. W. Collins, county clerk of Napa county, which honorable position he has held for 17 years; William Bayles and wife, Col. F. E. Trubody, a banker of Napa, and Charles Meacham. They were guests of Major Royer and during the day presented him with a handsome gold medal, set with brilliants. COMMITTEE OF ARRANGEMENTS Knights composing the committee of arrangements were F. C. Spencer, A. V. Holbrook, V. U. Simpson, H. A. Dickel, F. W. Fleischman, W. W. Wilson, W. M. Rose. To them credit is due for the splendid arrangements which characterized every detail of the program. William Chambers, who took a prominent part in feeding the multitude, was the right man in the right place. After all had been fed he sent barbecued meats, bread and other edibles to the orphans at St. Catherine's. The poor of the city were also fed. Enough food for 500 people was left after the feast at the hall. COST OF THE CELEBRATION The cost of the celebration will exceed $3000. This was met by Anaheim lodge. The lodge holds the record for ordering the largest number of uniforms from a Cincinnati house so far reported in the United States. Its order was for 125 uniforms. The largest single order previously received by the Cincinnati house, which is the largest in the country, was from Chicago Odd Fellows, whose order numbered 75. Col. Nerney said on Sunday Cincinnati was sitting up and taking nooe of Anaheim.