anaheim-gazette 1910-03-17

ANAHEIM VOLUME XXXX "I LOVE ANAHEIM; I MAN WHO DELIVERS MANY AT FESTAL BOARD Magnificent Menu Admirably Served, Efficits Warm Praise—Society Ladies Sing Magnificent Menu Admirably Served, Elicits Warm Praise—Society Ladies Sing More largely attended and more elaborate in detail than any similar function ever attempted in Orange county, the reception and banquet tendered Major J. O. Royer at Odd Fellows' hall on Wednesday evening, March 9, marked an epoch in the annals of entertainment in a community pre-eminently noted for its hospitality and good cheer. Two hundred and sixty-two guests sat down at table at 8:30 o'clock, and the hands of the clock sped swiftly while the banqueters discussed a feast characterized by sumptuousness of appointment until 1 o'clock of Thursday morning came and passed into the hours of the night. The town crier of another time, winding his belanterned way through the quiet streets of the city, might truthfully have called, "Twelve o'clock, and all is well," for in the brilliantly lighted banquetroom the merry laughter of the revelers beguiled the speeding hours and yet again an hour later was all well and merry withal with the guests at table. Never was a man more royally entertained, and never was more sincere and hearty appreciation shown by the recipient of the courtesy. Interspersed with music of the orchestra rose the voice of lady vocalists and the merry jests of those responding to the happy sentiment of the occasion. Five tables spread with immaculate linen and adorned with long-stemmed violets, bouquets of carnations and other flowers, and decked with shining silver, were filled with guests, while at the head of the hall at the table of honor the honored guest of the evening sat with lady and gentle men friends on each side. Above him upon the wall hung a life-sized photograph, entwined in the graceful folds of the starry flag; for the order of Knights of Pythias was war-born, at a time when internecine strife incarnadined the hills and valleys of a sorely distressed republic; when— "Down in the corn where the popples grew Were redder stains than the popples the evening sat with lady and gentle men friends on each side. Above him upon the wall hung a life-sized photograph, entwined in the graceful folds of the starry flag; for the order of Knights of Pythias was war-born, at a time when internecine strife incarnadined the hills and valleys of a sorely distressed republic; when— "Down in the corn where the poppies grew Were redder stains than the poppies knew And crimson-dyed ran the river's flood." Never was an order given forth with more lofty-minded sentiment than this, the bringing together of brothers so recently in arms against one another. When the great general, refusing the sword of the conquered hero, spoke the words, "Let us have peace." he rang the death-knell of the hatred existing in the breast of millions of hearts, and loyally and faithfully has this spirit been inculcated into the hearts of those owing allegiance to the order founded upon the ever-beautiful story of Damon and Pythias. When Major Royer and his party of friends entered the hall shortly after 8 o'clock there was a crush of handsomely gowned women and men in evening attire in the hallways and ante-rooms leading into the larger hall where the tables were spread. It is doubtful if this widely traveled and big-hearted man of the world ever experienced a more pleasurable moment, for his face, wreathed in happy smiles, spoke eloquently of the thoughts which were uppermost in his mind. He had a hearty handshake and a word for all who crowded around him to welcome him to the feast. That his heart was touched by the splendid ovation was manifest when, responding later in the evening, to the sentiment assigned him, he said, feelingly: "I love Anaheim. I was captivated by your climate when I first came here and I like your people. Here I intend to stay and do what lies in my power to build up this grand order and the community wherein we reside." During the evening Major Royer was presented with a solid-silver loving cup, suitably inscribed, by the new lodge. The presentation speech was made by E. L. Olmstead in happy and well-chosen phrase. The Major was taken altogether by surprise, and for a time was quite unable to find words for his reply. Richard Melrose presided as toastmaster, and was at his best. His witticisms and droll sayings, which he takes on upon occasions such as this, are in distinguished contrast to his usual austerity, and he kept the banqueters in merry mood as anon they burst into loud peals of laughter at things worth laughing at. He brought down the house when, referring to his intimate acquaintance with the Major, he said: "I have traveled with him over land and sea, in calm and storm, I have ridden by Yarns Which Tickle of Guilt A number of funnies told during the event toastmaster bringing this one put the honor. At the recent Pyh Highland Park a replay "Damon and Date" was given. In and sentenced to sius. Damon prays to be heim. "Why in Anaheim mands the Emperor, "Because I'll not long in Anaheim." Another was about Jews. One of them "Bernstein, run q bath and change you is a young lady in might marry her." "But supposing," ANAHEIM; I LIKE ITS CLIMATE AND DELIVERS THE GOODS GETS his side on burro back in distant lands—yes, and I have been in jail with him. And had it not been for my superior abilities as a lawyer and his money... (Shouts of laughter and applause), we might have been in jail yet." (Roars.) The sally is supposed to refer to an incident in the visit sometime ago made by the two gentlemen to Costa Rica, where the Major went to purchase a gold mine, and where the natives, suspecting Mr. Melrose of having designs upon the presidency of that republic, called out the army to prevent a revolution. THE BANQUET Perfect In Appointment—Vocal Selections by Ladies Two hundred and sixty-two guests marched into the large banquet hall at 8:30 o'clock. An orchestra in the balcony discoursed sweet strains of music as the guests filed past and took their places at the handsomely decorated tables. Along the center lay festoons of violets and smilax, lending sweet perfume to the surroundings. At intervals large bouquets of carnations and other flowers shed their fragrance upon the form rank, Knights of Pythias. The menu was as follows: California Oyster Cocktail Celery Consomme in Cup Ripe Olives, Salted Nuts, Radishes Fillet of Sole Orange Sherbet Roast Turkey, Oyster Dressing and Cranberry Jelly Pommes French Peas En Calsses Asparagus and Mayonnaise K. of P. Ice Cream, and Macaroons Cafe Noir Cheese and Bent's Water Wafers and his money ... (Shouts of laughter and applause), we might have been in jail yet." (Roars.) The sally is supposed to refer to an incident in the visit sometime ago made by the two gentlemen to Costa Rica, where the Major went to purchase a gold mine, and where the natives, suspecting Mr. Melrose of having designs upon the presidency of that republic, called out the army to prevent a revolution. Two hundred and sixty-two guests marched into the large banquet hall at 8:30 o'clock. An orchestra in the balcony discoursed sweet strains of music as the guests filed past and took their places at the handsomely decorated tables. Along the center lay festoons of violets and smilax, lending sweet perfume to the surroundings. At intervals large bouquets of carnations and other flowers shed their fragrance upon the Consomme in Cup Ripe Olives, Salted Nuts, Radishes Fillet of Sole Orange Sherbet Roast Turkey, Oyster Dressing and Cranberry Jelly Pommes French Peas En Calsses Asparagus and Mayonnaise K. of P. Ice Cream, and Macaroons Cafe Noir Cheese and Bent's Water Wafers PHOTOGRAPH OF BANQUET SCENE ODD FELLOWS HALL, WEDNESDAY EVENING, M SOME OF THE STORIES Yarns Which Tickled the Risibilities of Guests A number of funny stories were told during the evening, two by the toastmaster bringing down the house. This one put the house in good humor. At the recent Pythian meeting at Highland Park a rendition of the play "Damon and Pythias Up to Date" was given. Damon is brought in and sentenced to death by Dionysius. Damon prays to be buried in Anaheim. "Why in Anaheim?" austerely demands the Emperor. "Because I'll not stay dead very long in Anaheim." Another was about a couple of Jews. One of them said to the other: "Bernstein, run quick and take a bath and change your clothes. There is a young lady in town, and you might marry her." "But supposing," the other replied, Continued on Second Page multitude. At orders from the toastmaster the guests took seats. At the head table sat Major Royer as guest of honor. At his right was Miss Marie Ferand of Los Angeles, Mr. and Mrs. Stansbury of Los Angeles, and Mr. and Mrs. E. E. Warren of Fullerton. On his left sat the toastmaster, Richard Melrose, and Mrs. Melrose, E. L. Olmstead and Miss Agnes Rimpau and Mr. and Mrs. Herman Stern. At the tables were the leading business men of this city, Fullerton and other points, many of the gentlemen being accompanied by their wives. Twenty pretty girls becoming attired assisted in serving the repast, which was under the personal management of Fred Gillespie, to whom congratulations are due for the perfection of detail conspicuous in every part of the feast. The menus were handsomely printed, with illuminated covers, and folded inside pages. The front page bore a halftone engraving of Major Royer in the uniform of an officer of the Brigadier General's staff, of the uni- Three hours were consumed in the discussion of the repast. The following vocal selections were capitally rendered: Duet, "Cheerfulness," (Frohsimm by Misses Ida and Gertrude Kennedy). Encore, "Oh, Would Thou in the Cold Blast," (Mendelssohn) Miss Ida Kennedy, accompanist. Miss Zoe Blodgett of Oakland, solo, "Slave Song" (Del Riego). Encore, "Rose in the Bud" (Dorothy Forster), accompanist Mrs. Warren. Mrs. H. H. Holland, solo, "Thy Lips are Like Twin Roses," (Caro Roma). Encore, "Why Must We Part?" (W. R. Williams.) Second Encore, second verse of encore. Accompanist, Mrs. V. A. Holbrook. Mrs. Harry Dyer, solo, "A Day Dream" (Streletzki); Encore, "Two Loves" (De Koven). Accompanist, Mrs. J. W. Wallop. Miss Gertrude Kennedy, "The Night ingale," (Arthur Tenn); encore, "Lullaby," (Charles Dennee). Accompanist, Miss Ida Kennedy. ZETTE 1910 NUMBER 22 ATE AND PEOPLE" —MAJOR J. O. ROYER GETS AN OVATION HANDSOME LOVING CUP Organizer of Pythian Lodge Honored By Brother Knights—Makes Happy Response Organizer of Pythian Lodge Honored By Brother Knights—Makes Happy Response ENING, MARCH 9, 1910 in which the Major joined.) And ever and always have I found him the same persevering, imperturbable gentleman, calm in demeanor though the tempest tossed, kindly as a child under all conditions. He is a man who does things. He came to Anaheim a number of years ago and invested heavily in real estate. He has ambitious projects on foot, and while some there may be who regard these projects as visionary or chimerical, I know the man, and know him well enough to know that he will make good. You know what these projects are. They mean much to the future of Anaheim and surrounding country. I have faith in him, and I know he will deliver the goods." He read the following poem, which he said he had recently found in a copy of the public prints, and which he thought was applicable here: "The Man With the Goods" "There's a man in the world who is never turned down, wherever he chances to stray; he gets the glad hand in the populous town, or out where the farmers make hay; he's greeted with pleasure on deserts of sand, and deep in the aisles of the woods; whereever he goes there's the welcoming hand—he's The Man Who Delivers the Goods. The failures of life sit around and complain; the gods haven't treated them white; they've lost their umbrellas whenever there's rain, and they haven't their lanterns at night. Men tire of the failures who fill with their sighs the air of their own neighborhoods; there's one who is greeted with love-lighted eyes—he's The Man Who Delivers the Goods. One fellow is lazy and watches the clock, and waits for the whistle to blow; and one has a hammer, with which he will knock, and one tells a story of woe; and one, if requested to travel a mile, will measure the perches and rods; but one does his stunt with a whistle or smile — he's The Man Who Delivers the Goods. One man is afraid that he'll labor too hard—the world isn't yearning for THE EVENING'S SURPRISE Presentation of Loving Cup to Major Royer Shortly before midnight Toastmaster Melrose called upon Vice-Chancellor Simpson and Prelate Krick to repair to the ante-room and "present the candidate." The gentlemen retired and shortly re-entered bearing a package which was delivered at the speaker's table. The menu cards bore the words, "The Surprise of the Evening—E. L. Olmstead." Major Royer turned and eyed the package with evident interest. The toastmaster took the package and placing it upon the table beside him, began an eloquent address complimentary to the guest of honor. He paid a glowing eulogy to the man who had called out the great ovation. "I have been peculiarly fortunate," he continued, "in being placed in close personal contact with him. I have been with him at home and abroad. I have traveled with him over land and sea, in calm and stormy weather—yes, and I have been in jail with him. (Uproarous laughter, One fellow is lazy and watches the clock, and waits for the whistle to blow; and one has a hammer, with which he will knock, and one tells a story of woe; and one, if requested to travel a mile, will measure the perches and rods; but one does his stunt with a whistle or smile — he's The Man Who Delivers the Goods. One man is afraid that he'll labor too hard—the world isn't yearning for such; and one man is always alert, on his guard, lest he put in a minute too much; and one has a grouch or a temper that's bad, and one is a creature of moods; so it's hey for the joyous and rollicking lad—for the One Who Delivers the Goods. (Long-continued handclapping and applause) Continuing the toastmaster spoke of the Major's work in instituting the Pythian lodge in this city, and added: "What he has done in the past is but an earnest of what he will do in the future. He asks your assistance and co-operation. You should accord it to him freely. He is entitled to it, and should have it.(Long continued applause.) "I now take great pleasure," he went on, "in introducing to you Bro. Olmstead, who will address you." Mr. Olmstead arose amid applause and said: Mr. Toastmaster, Ladies and Gentlemen: "We are gathered here this evening to do honor to a man who has been ever foremost in all public enterprises, a man who is the personification of those lofty ideals and noble purposes we so love to honor, and whose generous nature and unselfish character has won for him the highest degree of admiration and esteem by his fellow-citizens and especially by his Brother Knights of Pythias. It is needless for me to say to whom I refer and it is also needless for me to say that Anaheim and the members of Anaheim lodge, of