anaheim-gazette 1910-06-02

CALIFORNIA LEADS IN OIL PRODUCTION PRODUCTION OF FUEL OIL AMOUNTS TO BILLIONS OF BARRELS The Ventura Field Leads in High-Gravity Production, While the Coalinga Field Still Continues to Hold Lead in Steady Production—British Capital Heavily Invested—Eastern Fields Are Failing In Production (Correspondence of the Gazette) San Francisco, May 31.—Eight billion five hundred million barrels of oil. That's what Uncle Sam's geological experts declare to be the known reserve of proved oil fields of California. Thus, the figures are stupendous and stagger the imagination, but if error there be, doubtless it is on the side of conservation. Eight billion five hundred million barrels of oil. Bounteous mother nature has surely been wonderfully generous in her gifts to her favorite child, California, re-christened the Golden State. Leading in gold, and other precious metals, having a climate so rare and salubrious as to be the envy of the world, excelling in every product of horticulture, one thing was lacking and the progress of a great state hampered thereby. California had no adequate fuel and, separated by thousands of miles from coal fields, manufacturing interests languished, and capital was diverted into other channels. Here nature came to the rescue, and oil—petroleum—was discovered. The story of petroleum in California from its infancy to this year of grace is a really romantic one. demand for refined oil. The Ventura fields are going ahead, not only because they have a greater supply of high-gravity oil than any other field in California, but because they are accounted by experts as the greatest high-gravity oil fields in the world today." The Liberty oil company's property is located near the famous Salphur Mountain, the scene of the pioneer operations of Hardison and Stewart, and on the south slope of which was brought in the great Wild Bill Gusher, a nine-days wonder in its time, coughing up 300,000 barrels of oil before it could be subdued, spilling a great part of this down the steep slope into the sea, fifteen miles away, and later yielding 200,000 barrels by way of atonement. The Pyramid oil company has completed its new well at 1685 feet with eight-inch casing and is pumping at the rate of 100 barrels per day. This oil is 27 gravity. Four derricks have been installed on the 1600-acre tract recently acquired by the Pyramid company. Coalinga still continues to outrank the other fields from a standpoint of steady production which, combined with shipping facilities which are superior to that of any other oil-producing locality, contribute to the continued prosperity of all concerned. Pipe lines radiate in every direction from Coalinga which in connection with improved tankcar service, render the marketing of its oil comparatively easy, and this has an important bearing on oil profits. COMET MARRIAGES Omaha Preacher Sets Pace in Latest Fad It has remained for an Omaha minister to use the visit of the comet to encourage matrimony. It has been used to increase the price of wines,and The story of petroleum in California from its infancy to this year of grace is a really romantic one, reads like a chapter from the Arabian Nights, and fancy's flights must give way to undeniable facts, regarding this wonderful industry. Future historians will record while writing of our Rockfellers, Flaglers and Coal Oil Johnnies, that in the year 1901 oil took the lead over gold as the principal mineral product of California, and still holds it, in spite of the fact that the production of gold had not only held its own but actually increased by nearly $3,000,000 over the two previous years. The interest in oil is by no means confined to California and the Pacific coast. In far-away Wall street, and now in the capital cities of Europe a surprising degree of interest in oil stocks as an investment is being manifested. This is good news indeed to oil producers and operators. When Wall street, the Royal Exchange and the Bourse, notoriously timid and extremely conservative, see dividends and commence making heavy investments in any proposition, its basic merit is vindicated and ample capital for its continued prosecution is assured. The petroleum fields of California and the possibilities of large and continued profits from investments judiciously placed are now commanding the attention of the English capitalist to the exclusion of the great record-breaking rubber boom, in which millions of British capital have been invested during the past few years. Several conspicuous examples of unprecedented profits, in one case 120 per cent per annum, have been realized by a coterie of English investors now in California and the fact that practically all oil properties so far acquired by them have continued to be highly profitable is stimulation for an unusual amount of inquiry and interest in California oil in the "tight little isle." Naturally a very active interest in petroleum has been taken by our state mineralogist, Lewis E. Aubury, under whose direction all mineral researches are conducted. He is receiving with improved tankcar service, render the marketing of its oil comparatively easy, and this has an important bearing on oil profits. COMET MARRIAGES Omaha Preacher Sets Pace in Latest Fad It has remained for an Omaha minister to use the visit of the comet to encourage matrimony. It has been used to increase the price of wines,and to induce people to join the church,and to make people pay their debts,but never before has it been used to hasten a young couple to get married. "Comet wine" is a commercial quantity and has been for many generations. "Comet marriages" may now take their place in the dictionaries,for it is said the reverend gentleman from Omaha is having much success. Anything pertaining to the comet is interesting at this time, of course,so before taking up the "comet marriage" a word or two in regard to "comet wine" may not be out of place.Many years ago,after the visit of a comet,it was claimed that the grapes were better flavored than previously.Wines made out of grapes grown the year of the comet had,it was claimed,a peculiar bouquet,and they were therefore highly prized.It was alleged that the comet had affected the vineyards,and that grapes grew more prolific and produced not only better wine,but more of it.So "comet years"the people of the wine producing countries gave all of their attention to wine making and for several years following "comet wine"was to be had at an advanced price. But as to "comet marriages." The Omaha preacher has been claiming that the tail of the comet is composed of poisonous gas,and that its passage so close to the earth means the annihilation of all life upon this planet.Nobody would be alive after May 18,he told them.So he advised young couples who were thinking of marrying,to do so at once,if they would enjoy wedded bliss before being ushered into a world where,we are assured,there is neither marriage or giving in marriage. Of course,if May 18 was to end it all,it would not have made any difference about the money which a fellow ought to have saved up before getting married.If there was to be no life after that date,the young woman would not have needed to prepare such an elaborate trousseau as she would otherwise require.So the grand lodge.The wanted is the kludge tributed after theished.The name attached to each will carry no liability allowed on it.To all who wish to The associated committeeman frogs with the committee Ana Elks.The D.D. Thomas of Saratoga.of Orange,H.M.E.J. Marks of Florida of Huntington. The address of interesting and sore enthusiasm for spoke largely upon in particular,the harbor coopmany good words bor,and encouraged chambers in its ficeHe said that it is a harbor.The marmbors the betterro.The develop coast is a benefitthe greater the deeter will be the nailed a good wordDr.Hassen of led a resolution a greessman Smith fiefnet officer,one ther health.The resoluCol.Coulter asktee be appointed done toward securing the bluffs froto Laguna Beachappointed. The advertisingin favor of publicbe used for adversity,every sectiona booklet that willery community anda whole.Col.Cougna Beach wouldof the booklet.The zations to expressthe end it was orof 20,000 be gottenpossible that theredby the Elks in A resolution by oring macadamizesection of the coulsiderable discusshands of a commstructed to reportmeeting.Followion: Whereas The c about to call an realized by a coterie of English investors now in California and the fact that practically all oil properties so far acquired by them have continued to be highly profitable is stimulation for an unusual amount of inquiry and interest in California oil in the "tight little isle." Naturally a very active interest in petroleum has been taken by our state mineralogist, Lewis E. Aubury, under whose direction all mineral researches are conducted. He is receiving scores of inquiries daily at his offices in the Ferry building, in San Francisco, and is now preparing new data to answer inquiries for the latest facts. There has recently been a renewal of activity in the Ventura fields and each week shows good progress and a marked increase in output and demand for the higher-gravity oil for which this district is distinguished. An interesting fact in this connection is brought out by E. C. Cowell, a widely-known oil man, president of the Liberty, and vice-president of the Puritan oil company, Mr. Cowell says: "One of the principal factors in the huge demand for high gravity oil has been the rapid increase in the use of the automobile. The increased use of inner-combustion engines applies not only to automobiles but to gasoline motors of all sorts. The number of motor-propelled boats, pumping engines, traction engines and gasoline power plants has increased throughout the world. To supply the demand for gasoline has become a serious problem. Many of the older fields in the east are almost exhausted. The eastern production, as in Ohio for instance, does not meet the would enjoy wedded bliss before being ushered into a world where we are assured, there is neither marriage or giving in marriage. Of course, if May 18 was to end it all, it would not have made any difference about the money which a fellow ought to have saved up before getting married. If there was to be no life after that date, the young woman would not have needed to prepare such an elaborate trousseau as she would otherwise require. So the preacher's argument reached many loving couples, it is said, with the result that his revenues were greatly increased. If the world did not come to an end, however, as predicted by the divine, it will be up to the courts to say to what extent the "comet marriage" is grounds for divorce. It must be a terrible thing for some of the couples married under the belief that only a few weeks was left for them to now find out that they are yoked up for forty years. A fellow who married then in the belief that it would not be necessary to purchase coal next fall, certainly ought to have some action against the preacher who advised him to do so, after he found out he did not die May 18. All kinds of street and ornamental trees, Cypress, Guavas and Ferns. Also a large stock of the leading varieties of Eucalyptus. We can furnish Palm and other ornamental trees 8 feet high, which add greatly to the value of a place as soon as planted. THE ANAHEIM EVERGREEN NURSERIES, Tim Carroll, Prop. Nurseries located 200 yds. west of West Anaheim station (S.P.R.R.) Sunset phone Main 413. 2-3-tf A resolution by our ominous section of the countrysideable discuss hands of a committee structured to report on meeting. Follow tion: Whereas, The council about to call an enquiry of voting board and, Whereas, We de equitable that each munity in this county just proportion of derived therefrom. Be it Resolved, Chambers of County that: 1st. In our opinion that the amount shall be sufficient important road in macadamized; and 2d. That if the bonds shall not be purpose we believe grave danger of their precaution should ensure the success of prise which is of tance, and of such people. And be it resolvation copy of this resolution to the Good Roads the earnest request same under consider. The next meeting chambers will be held on June 29. COOD ROADS MEN MEET Buena Park Entertains Associated Chambers of Commerce One hundred members of the associated chambers of commerce sat down to a chicken supper at Buena Park on Wednesday evening of last week. The feed was spread in Masonic hall, and was prepared by the ladies of the Park. The association voted in favor of providing produce exhibits to be taken to Detroit by the Elks orange-belt train in July. An address was delivered by G. H. Stewart, ex-president of the Los Angeles chamber of commerce. A committee was appointed to see what can be done about securing a roadway from Corona del Mar to Laguna Beach. A resolution was passed asking Congressman Smith to work to secure a cabinet officer on public health. It was decided to have printed at once 20,000 booklets for advertising Orange county. Harry May, secretary of the River-side chamber of commerce, employed by the Elks to superintend the exhibit for the orange belt train, and Mr. Roe of San Bernardino, having the excursion train in charge, were present and told of the plans of the Elks. It is proposed to take two carloads of Southern California products, to be used as exhibits at Detroit at the grand lodge. The kind of produce wanted is the kind that can be distributed after the grand lodge is finished. The names of donors will be attached to each article. The train will carry no liquor. None will be allowed on it. The excursion is open to all who wish to travel on it. The associated chambers named a committeeman from each organization to gather the exhibits, to act jointly with the committee from the Santa Ana Elks. The Elks committee is J. D. Thomas of Santa Ana A. L Klunk Many Women who are Splendid Cooks dread having to prepare an elaborate dinner because they are not sufficiently strong to stand over an intensely hot coal range. This is especially true in summer. Every woman takes pride in the table she sets, but often it is done at tremendous cost to her own vitality through the weakening effect of cooking on a coal range in a hot kitchen. It is no longer necessary to wear yourself out preparing a fine dinner. Even in the heat of summer you can cook a large dinner without being worn out. New Perfection WICK BLUE FLAME Oil Cook-stove Gives no outside heat, no smell, no smoke. 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Every dealer everywhere; if not at yours, write for Descriptive Circular to the nearest agency of the Standard Oil Company (Incorporated) HONORS TO ROOSEVELT Singled Out for Special Courtesies at King George's Dinner Mr. Roosevelt did not loom in the procession which followed the late king to his grave and, but for his position as a special ambassador, he would not have been Standard Oil Company (Incorporated) HONORS TO ROOSEVELT Singled Out for Special Courtesies at King George's Dinner Mr. Roosevelt did not loom in the procession which followed the late king to his grave and, but for his position as a special ambassador, he would not have been a part of it. There is no provision made for civilians at such functions; and special ambassadors have to take the places assigned them by their rank, differentiating royal from non-royal envoys. And that is why Mr. Roosevelt rode behind persons of title, as did the special ambassador of the United States at the funeral of Queen Victoria. Etiquette prescribed the place, in line; and etiquette is perhaps more rigorous at royal funerals than at royal festivals. In his other relations with the English court, however, the ex-President has been treated with greater distinction than any other civilian on earth could expect to be. At the dinner given to the guests of the king he was at the right hand of the host; and the visiting monarchs, with the notable exception of King Alfonso, singled him out for special courtesies. Of these Emperor William was conspicuous. He likes Roosevelt; and he wanted to especially emphasize, not only that liking, but his desire to honor the people of the United States, so many of whom are of German derivation. So the American people have no call to be sensitive over the order of the cortege and Mr. Roosevelt's place in it. Had the point been stretched and Mr. Roosevelt been included among special envoys of royal or imperial rank, it would have not only excited criticism at home and abroad, but it would have been offensive to the special embassador of France, who held the same rank as his American colleague. MARRIAGE Consists of Three Matings—Two Mus Be Successful This mating business is much more serious than young people can ever be made to realize, and while I believe young people should be left to make their own selections, I believe also that they should be made to see, before a critical stage is reached, as nearly as possible what marriage of 20,000 be gotten out as quickly as possible that the booklet may be used by the Elks in their trip east. A resolution by H. V. Welsel, favoring macadamized roads to every section of the county was, after considerable discussion, placed in the hands of a committee, which was instructed to report at the next regular meeting. Following is the resolution: Whereas, The county of Orange is about to call an election for the purpose of voting bonds for good roads, and, Whereas, We deem it but fair and equitable that each and every community in this county should reap a just proportion of the benefits to be derived therefrom; therefore, Be it Resolved, By the Associated Chambers of Commerce of Orange county that: 1st. In our opinion it is advisable that the amount of the said bonds shall be sufficient to allow every important road in the county to be macadamized; and 2d. That if the amount of said bonds shall not be adequate for this purpose we believe that there will be grave danger of their defeat and every precaution should be taken to insure the success of a public enterprise which is of such vital importance, and of such great value to the people. And be it resolved further that a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the Good Roads Commission with the earnest request that they take the same under consideration. The next meeting of the associated chambers will be held at Fullerton on June 29. MARRIAGE Consists of Three Matings—Two Mus Be Successful This mating business is much more serious than young people can ever be made to realize, and while I believe young people should be left to make their own selections, I believe also that they should be made to see, before a critical stage is reached, as nearly as possible what marriage means, says Erman J. Ridway. What does marriage mean? Not in transports, high spots, purple days, but in terms of every day. It is generally believed that the most successful marriages follow the mating of contrasts, nervous with phlegmatic, sunny with solemn, light with dark, and so on. There is probably something in the theory, though if the contrasts are too marked the result is likely to be misery. The chasm is too wide to bridge. A perfect mating is hardly attainable. There would be fewer understandings and more "successful" marriages if more people realized that a marriage can be successful without being perfect. Perhaps, too, there would be easier sledding if more people realized that marriage is an attempt at three matings: The mating of two souls; the mating of two minds; the mating of two bodies. Two people fairly mated in any two of these can make a very happy marriage of it, even if the other mating is hopeless, as long as they understand the situation and decide to make the best of it. Mound City Palnts go farthest, wear longest, look best. Jos. Backs & Son. Thursday, June 2 BERRIES AND Fresh Vegetables EVERY DAY Just Received a fresh line of Cheese, and imported Italian Macaronies and Noodles At Dickel's Sole Agent for New Home Washing Machine. 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Slightly higher fares will apply from a few points TO ROUND TRIP FARES Atchison, Kansas ... $ 60.00 Baltimore, Md ... 107.50 Boston, Mass ... 110.50 Chicago, Ill ... 72.50 Colorado Springs, Colo ... 55.00 Council Bluffs, Iowa ... 60.00 Denver, Colo ... 55.00 Duluth, Minn ... 79.50 Houston, Texas ... 60.00 Kansas City, Mo ... 60.00 Leavenworth, Kansas ... 60.00 Memphis, Tenn ... 67.50 Mineola, Texas ... 60.00 Minneapolis, Minn ... 73.50 Montreal, P. Q ... 108.50 New Orleans, La ... 67.50 New York, N. Y... 108.50 Omaha, Neb ... 60.00 Pacific Junction, Iowa ... 60.00 Philadelphia, Pa ... 108.50 Pueblo, Colo ... 55.00 St. Joseph, Mo ... 60.00 St. Louis, Mo ... 67.50 St. Paul, Minn ... 73.50 Toronto, Ont ... 95.70 Washington, D. C... 107.50 SALE DATES May 26, 27, 30. June 2, 3, 4, 13, 14, 15, 24, 25, 26 and 30. July 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 25, 26, 27. August 1, 2, 3, 4, 16, 17, 18. September 1, 2, 3, 11, 12, 13, 14. Tickets may be purchased 10 days in advance of dates named, but must be used for passage on those dates. TO COLORADO POINTS Tickets will be sold to Denver, Colorado Springs and Pueblo on all above named dates, and also on Sept. 21, 22 and 23, at $55.00 Round Trip. GOING AND RETURN LIMITS 15 days on going trip to reach destination of ticket, and final return limit three months. EXCFPT that tickets sold in May and June to Atlantic Coast Points in connection with European tickets will be limited to FOUR months. In no case will limit extend beyond October 31st, 1910. SOME CONVENTIONS For which reduced fares will be made. Return limit of all tickets, three months, but not later than Oct. 31, 1910. ST. LOUIS—American Medical Association. Sale dates, June 2, 3, 4. Fare,$67.50. BOSTON—National Education Association. Sale dates, June 24, 25, 26, 30. Fare$91.75. SARATOGA SPRINGS—R.V.P.U. GOING AND RETURN LIMITS 15 days on going trip to reach destination of ticket, and final return limit three months, EXCEPT that tickets sold in May and June to Atlantic Coast Points in connection with European tickets will be limited to FOUR months. In no case will limit extend beyond October 31st, 1910. SOME CONVENTIONS For which reduced fares will be made. Return limit of all tickets, three months, but not later than Oct. 31, 1910 ST. LOUIS—American Medical Association. Sale dates, June 2, 3, 4. Fare, $67.50. BOSTON—National Education Association. Sale dates, June 24, 25, 26, 30. Fare $91.75. SARATOGA SPRINGS—B. Y. P. U. Sale dates, June 30, July 1, 2, 3. Fare $98.10. DETROIT—B. P. Order of Elks. Sale dates, July 3, 4, 5, 6, 7. Fare $81.00. MILWAUKEE—Knights of Pythias. Sale dates, July 25, 26, 27. Fare $74.50. CHICAGO—Knights Templar Conclave. Sale dates, August 1, 2, 3, 4. Fare $72.50. ST. LOUIS—Eagles. Sale dates, August 16, 17, 18. Fare $67.50. 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