anaheim-gazette 1911-04-06

A NOTABLE ADDRESS BY PYTHIAN ORATOR MAJOR-GENERAL STOBBART WELCOMED AT CASTLE HALL Historical Sketch of Founding of Order at Close of Civil War—Reference to First Bible Used in Ritualistic Work—Lodge Should Strive to Retain Interest of Old Members, and Exercise Care in Initiation — State Encampment Major-General Arthur J. Stobbart of St. Paul, Minn., commanding the Uniform Rank, Knights of Pythias of the United States, delivered a notable address at Odd Fellows hall Wednesday evening of last week to an assemblage of 150 members of the order. His visit here was in two capacities, first, as deputy Supreme Chancellor, and second, as the General commanding the Uniform Rank. General Stobbart was brought into town by Col. J. O. Royer, accompanied by the Brigadier-General of California, General Driffil of Oxnard. Pre- the status of the rank can be maintained. Several others made short addresses when the meeting was closed and adjourned to the banquet hall where the Pythian Sisters had prepared a bountiful spread, with the tables beautifully decorated with flowers. The meeting broke up about 12:30 o'clock, and the members went away with food for thought, and certainly with revived interest in the order and its work. General Stobbart and General Driffil were driven here from Los Angeles in an auto, accompanied by Col. J. O. Royer. They were Col. Royer's guests at dinner at his home in the West End. After the meeting they returned to Los Angeles in their car. Col. Miller, Capt. Stansbury and other staff officers started from Los Angeles in an auto after the major-general, but an accident to their machine some miles out of the city prevented their attendance at the lodge meeting. BURIED IN HIS UNIFORM Uniform Rank, Knights of Pythias of the United States, delivered a notable address at Odd Fellows hall Wednesday evening of last week to an assemblage of 150 members of the order. His visit here was in two capacities, first, as deputy Supreme Chancellor, and second, as the General commanding the Uniform Rank. General Stobbart was brought into town by Col. J. O. Royer, accompanied by the Brigadier-General of California, General Driffill of Oxnard. Previous to the meeting in the evening the distinguished visitors were shown the beauties of Anaheim. At 7:30 Company 26 assembled to form an escort to the lodge room. A goodly number fell in line and marched up Center street toward Walnut street, accompanied by the Anaheim and Fullerton bands. They then passed in review before the general, after which the company escorted the general to the lodgeroom. The regular order of business was dispensed with and the visitors were introduced, receiving the supreme honors of the order. After a short address of welcome by A. I Stewart, General Stobbart gave an address for fully an hour and a half. Such was his subject and the manner of delivery that he held his audience to the end with perfect silence and attention. He began by giving a short history of the beginning of the order, and said that there was some misunderstanding as to where the ritual was written. Although there were some who claimed that it was written in the little old schoolhouse of Michigan, yet on the authority of the only living member of Washington lodge, No. 1, he claimed it to have been written in Washington, D. C. Rathborne, being musical formed a glee club of some of his friends and although music was the primary cause of the club's formation, it did a great deal of dramatic work. It was after its performance of John Banim’s “Damon and Pythias,” that the idea of writing a ritual on its subject came into his head. Being written during the closing years of the civil war, the style of the ritual was military, hence the military terms running throughout the work. On Feb. 19, 1864, the first lodge of the order was organized, the members being sworn upon a small bible belonging to Bro. Rathbone, and which had been given him by his mother on his fifth birthday. This bible was presented to the supreme lodge about ten years later, and is now preserved in the archives BURIED IN HIS UNIFORM Last Wish of Sir Knight Will Be Complied With The body of Herman Kruger arrived by express from Hilo, Hawaii, on Monday evening, having been delayed in transit hither from San Francisco. Arrangements had been made to inter the remains Monday afternoon, but non-arrival of the body until evening made necessary a change in proceedings. The funeral will be held on Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock from Odd Fellows' hall, under auspices of Knights of Pythias lodge, of which deceased had been a member. Sir Knights are requested to report at Castle hall promptly at 1:30 o'clock to attend the funeral. Mr. Kruger died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. McClellan, at Hilo, Hawaii, March 21. He was in his seventieth year. He had been ailing for some months, suffering with a cancerous growth in the side. He was about to undergo an operation here, but his daughter arrived from the islands, and conveyed him to her home at Hilo. He had formerly lived there. He died shortly after his arrival. The body was shipped here for interment. Burial will be made beside that of his wife, who passed away ten years ago. In accordance with his last wish, expressed just before his departure in February, he will be buried in his uniform of Sir Knight, with sword and belt attached. His uniform was left here in possession of S. Kistler, an old-time friend, with the wish that he be buried in the regalia of a Pythian Knight. This wish will be complied with. The metallic coffin was opened by Undertaker Terry and the uniform placed upon the remains. The sword, belt and cap were placed upon the coffin lid, with an American flag and a cluster of lilies. The remains will be given honors of a military funeral. The palbearers will be Herman A. Dickel, J. W. Duckworth, Henry M. Adams, C. Amberg, John Hahn and N. J. Kuhlman. The University congratulation Train was state in the interestrist, the horticultural grower, and ended them economic meet their business, put on the Southern Parking and was open nine to twelve o'clock train is composed of which are crowdsthe results mostlyhaustive experimentality Farm school arty. Prof. W. T. dent of the horticulture was in charge of corps of sixteen assistants accompanyThe first car was to the hog, and coof 400-pound Polly which had been brewed university farm.I J. I. Thompson, who were interestedmic method of feed porker. Car No. 2 was d veterinary science departments.Dr.the veterinarian,and charts showed olious diseases amongbest methods of tr Ruble was in charge department.H.C.Bryant predepartment of birds adreds of carcasses sters were displayedbeing to show therestructive qualitiespecies to growing crops.This exhaltthat while a few offdetrimental to therests on the whole thineestimable benefitEven a couple of their right to existon gophers and otheDepartment o irrigation,with Pr worth in charge,a interesting charts ssof water on differenttime required to prroots of trees and The soil and fertilityF.E.Johnson as oneof the most valuablethe exhibit showingtain fertilizers on daamount of plant foodphoric acid and potdifferent soils to pro Being written during the closing years of the civil war, the style of the ritual was military, hence the military terms running throughout the work. On Feb. 19, 1864, the first lodge of the order was organized, the members being sworn upon a small bible belonging to Bro. Rathbone, and which had been given him by his mother on his fifth birthday. This bible was presented to the supreme lodge about ten years later, and is now preserved in the archives of the supreme lodge, in charge of the supreme keeper of records and seal. It is one of the most valued of the treasures of the order. The speaker next spoke on the annual loss of membership through non-payment of dues, through loss of interest in the order, and advised the lodge to take more pains in its work of initiation, by committing the ritual to memory, and delivering all the charges with more spirit and energy, and thus impress the candidate with the beauty of its lessons. He will thus be more likely to retain his interest, and keep in good standing. For the furtherance of the fraternal feature of the order the speaker advocated the abolishment of the stated weekly benefit system and in lieu thereof one in which a brother in need would receive all the help he needed to bring him through his trouble safely. The weekly pittance was usually so small that in some instances it would not do more than pay for the medicine used., let alone support his family, or buy the things the sick require. General Driffill spoke upon the subject of the annual encampment of the third regiment, explaining what had been done, and advocating strongly the attendance of our company. The speaker reminded the members of the position the Uniform Rank held in the country, and it was only by means of these encampments that GLEE CLUB CONCERT An entertainment of a high order of merit was given on Friday evening at the opera-house by the glee club of the university of Southern California. The program consisted of glees, college songs and solos. This glee club ranks among the best in the state, and is under the leadership of Le Roy Jepson, himself a talented singer. The ladies aid society of the Methodist church were instrumental in procuring this entertainment for our city. The proceeds will be used to help pay for the new piano in the Methodist church. KILLED BY HIGHWAYMAN Russell N. Messer, who died in Los Angeles Sunday from injuries received when struck down by a highwayman, was a brother of Mrs. P. L. Tople, formerly of this city, Mr. Messer was in Westlake park last Wednesday evening with his fiancée, Mrs Christina Sandige, when the man, who is believed to have been the same flend guilty of various atrocities in Los Angeles, sprang up and in the attack that followed he struck Mr. Messer over the head with a revolver, breaking the skull. The highwayman then stole Mrs. Sandige's purse, containing $9, and ran away. Mr. Messer was 31 years old. ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA, THURSDAY, APRIL 6, 1911 MANY EXHIBITS IN DEMONSTRATION TRAIN PAYS ANNUAL VISIT TO ANAHEIM SATURDAY MORNING Seven Cars of Valuable Information Carried by the University of California Exhibition Train—Display Interesting as Well as Instructive—All Branches of Agriculture, Horticulture and Stock Growing Discussed by Men of Science and Experience — Large Crowd of Visitors The University of California Demonstration Train which is touring the state in the interest of the agriculturist, the horticulturist and the stock grower, and endeavoring to teach them economic methods of conducting their business, pulled into Anaheim on the Southern Pacific Friday evening and was open to the public from nine to twelve o'clock Saturday. The train is composed of ten cars, seven of which are crowded with exhibits, the results, mostly, of costly and ex- display was not large, consisting of an exhuberant bantam rooster and his wife, but numerous incubators, brooders and all the up-to-date apparatus used in poultry raising were displayed The public health department, under Prof. Herms and A. B. Shaw, and the home economics, with Mrs. Lillian D. Clarke in charge, occupied the last car. The health department is endeavoring to prevent the spread of disease through the medium of water and the ubiquitous insect, and Mrs. Clarke's display of up-to-date kitchen utensils proved attractive to the female visitors. EASTERN CAPITALISTS HERE Spend a Day in the Vicinity of Anaheim and Will Return James Porter, of Chicago, who is many times a millionaire and owner of several thousand acres of California soil, accompanied by a party of sixteen tourists and would-be investors, spent the greater part of Monday touring through the neighborhood adjacent to Anaheim. Mr. Porter is traveling in his private car with the balance of the party as his guests, and at the suggestion BOARD OF TRADE HOLDS FIRST SESSION BY-LAWS COMMITTEE NOT YET READY TO REPORT Action of School Boards in Calling Bond Election Endorsed and Unanimous Support Pledged—Four Sites for New High School Offered — Mills Discusses“Back-Haul” Freight Rates—Committee to Look After Exhibits—Eygabroad Resigns from Associated Chambers of Commerce The first regular session of the Anaheim Board of Trade on Monday evening was very tame and very uninteresting. The committee on by-laws, consisting of three members from the defunct chamber of commerce and three from the merchants association, reported through its chairman, F. C. Spencer, that it was not yet ready to report and was granted a week’s further time. O. W. Storm, representing the high school board, addressed the chamber The University of California Demonstration Train which is touring the state in the interest of the agriculturist, the horticulturist and the stock grower, and endeavoring to teach them economic methods of conducting their business, pulled into Anaheim on the Southern Pacific Friday evening and was open to the public from nine to twelve o'clock Saturday. The train is composed of ten cars, seven of which are crowded with exhibits, the results, mostly, of costly and exhaustive experiments at the University Farm school at Davis, Yolo county. Prof. W. T. Clarke, superintendent of the horticultural department, was in charge of the train, and a corps of sixteen able and courteous assistants accompany him. The first car was devoted entirely to the hog, and contained a number of 400-pound Poland China swine which had been bred and raised on the university farm. It was in charge of J. I. Thompson, who explained to all who were interested, the most economic method of feeding the California porker. Car No. 2 was divided between the veterinary science and dairy industry departments. Dr. C. A. Pyle was the veterinarian, and his specimens and charts showed the ravages of various diseases among animals and the best methods of treating them. Prof. Ruble was in charge of the dairy department. H. C. Bryant presided over the department of birds and animals. Hundreds of carcasses of feathered songsters were displayed here, the object being to show the relative value or destructive qualities of the different species to growing grain and fruit crops. This exhibit demonstrated that while a few of the branches were detrimental to the agricultural interests on the whole the kingdom was of inestimable benefit to the growers. Even a couple of snakes had proven their right to exist by living entirely on gophers and other rodents. The department of fumigation and irrigation, with Prof. C. W. Woodworth in charge, also displayed some interesting charts showing the effect of water on different soils, and the time required to penetrate to the roots of trees and plants. The soil and fertilizer section, with F. E. Johnson as manager, was one of the most valuable departments of the exhibit, showing the value of certain fertilizers on different soils, the amount of plant food—nitrogen, phosphoric acid and potash—required by different soils to produce the best re- Spend a Day in the Vicinity of Anaheim and Will Return James Porter, of Chicago, who is many times a millionaire and owner of several thousand acres of California soil, accompanied by a party of sixteen tourists and would-be investors, spent the greater part of Monday touring through the neighborhood adjacent to Anaheim. Mr. Porter is traveling in his private car with the balance of the party as his guests, and at the suggestion of N. P. Hansen, of this city, an old-time friend, switched his car at the Fullerton cut-off, and spent the day automobiling through the country. The party was headed by Mr. Hansen, and Messrs. Ahrens, Cordes, Bushard, Elliott, and Mrs. Resh, real estate dealers, provided the autos and accompanied the expedition to exploit the points of interest. The orange orchards of C. C. Chapman were visited, also the Royer estate, and after spending several hours circling Anaheim the party returned to their palatial car and rolled away toward the north. "We are seeking homes and investments," said one of the party to Mr. Hansen, "and courtesy demands that we accompany Mr. Porter to Bakersfield and view the fourteen thousand acre ranch which he is offering for sale, but he must have something exceptionally good to offer if he expects us to invest after showing us Orange county. You may expect to see at least half of us return here after visiting the north, as this section of the country looks good to us." The members of the party live in Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, and as far east as New York. PEDDLERS PERSISTENT Two Women Book Agents Seem to Be the Limit Numerous complaints have been made the past week of the actions of two female book agents whose persistent efforts to procure signatures of ladies for books are most annoying. When informed that the books are not desired, they insist upon remaining in the house, and at times their words are offensive. The easiest way of getting rid of these women is not to permit them to enter the house. A youth some weeks ago claiming to be canvassing for a publication, proceeds of which he said were to be applied to completing his high school education, succeeded in procuring sum of money from ladies in town, but so The first regular session of the Anaheim Board of Trade on Monday evening was very tame and very uninteresting. The committee on bylaws, consisting of three members from the defunct chamber of commerce and three from the merchants association, reported through its chairman, F. C. Spencer, that it was not yet ready to report and was granted a week's further time. O. W. Storm, representing the high school board, addressed the chamber and asked for a resolution endorsing the action of both school boards in calling a bond election on April 24th. Mr. Storm explained the reason for selling the highschool building and among other reasons he said, the building will shortly be too small to accommodate the pupils. Next season forty students will be advanced from the grammar to the high school, and the following year at least as many more will be moved up, consequently the present building would be overcrowded. The board, he said, now had four sites under consideration, viz: Eleven acres at the corner of Center and Citron streets; price $20,000. Ten acres at the corner of Broadway and West streets, for $16,000. North Los Angeles street, between Sycamore and North streets, cost $25,000; and a tract at the corner of South and Los Angeles streets to cost $11,000. The board had not yet definitely decided upon the site but he believed a unanimous agreement would be reached consequently it will not be necessary to appeal to the voters to decide this matter. On motion of Eygabroad a resolution was adopted endorsing the action of both boards and pledging the support of the members of the Board of Trade on election day. F. C. Spencer, president of the high school board, stated that the Bittner property, at the corner of Center and Citron streets, an eleven-acre tract which is offered for $20,000 would probably be selected as the site. There could be no doubt about the board agreeing. A. A. Mills, of the railroad committee, made a short talk on the "back haul" or terminal freight rate, which means that a car of freight billed to Anaheim and switched off here, is charged full rate to Los Angeles and back again. This system, he said, is costing Orange county from $30,000 to $50,000 per year, and it had been the cause of several important factorles refusing to locate here. He believed that this state of affairs could be remedied if proper worth in charge, also displayed some interesting charts showing the effect of water on different soils, and the time required to penetrate to the roots of trees and plants. The soil and fertilizer section, with F. E. Johnson as manager, was one of the most valuable departments of the exhibit, showing the value of certain fertilizers on different soils, the amount of plant food—nitrogen, phosphoric acid and potash—required by different soils to produce the best results, and the amount supplied by the various fertilizing crops. Mrs. Sherman, who has charge of the horticultural department, was not with the train, so this section was taken charge of by Prof. Clarke. All that science has done toward the cultivation and protection of plants, trees and timber was exhibited here. V. C. Bryant, manager of the fruit, forage and cover-crop department, had an interesting display. Specimens of cotton from the Imperial valley, which is rapidly taking a prominent place among the cotton producing sections, were exhibited. Also samples of wheat, oats, corn, barley, kaffir and other grains showing that California can duplicate anything that is grown in other states. A specimen of the California yellow flint corn, from a field yielding more than 70 bushels per acre, and which was produced by Mr. Neff, was shown. W. E. Packard was the expert who demonstrated the scientific methods of irrigation. Mrs. Amundsen, who presides over the advertising and literature department, was in the same car, and she was overflowing with information about the 800-acre farm and school at Davis. Pupils can enter this school without a previous highschool record, and the expense has been reduced to the lowest possible figure, being only $230 per year. The poultry department was in charge of A. H. Currier. The poultry ing. When informed that the books are not desired, they insist upon remaining in the house, and at times their words are offensive. The easiest way of getting rid of these women is not to permit them to enter the house. A youth some weeks ago claiming to be canvassing for a publication, proceeds of which he said were to be applied to completing his high school education, succeeded in procuring sum of money from ladies in town, but so far nothing has been heard of the periodical for which he took subscriptions. ORR'S CONCRETE POLE Sample for Test Purposes Being Erected in Los Angeles W. J. Orr, the Anaheim inventor of the concrete pole, is this week erecting a 50-foot sample of his invention in Los Angeles in response to a request from the telegraph, telephone, and electric light companies of that city. On its completion it will be subjected to a thorough test by representatives of those companies, and if proven satisfactory will probably be adopted by them and become the pole of the future, as some substitute must be found for the timber pole, the supply of which is not keeping pace with the increasing demand. Mr. Orr is organizing a stock company for the purpose of handling the patent, and this company will erect poles, sell territorial rights, or grant permission to corporations on a royalty basis. He is confident the pole will withstand all tests and will prove much stronger than the wooden poles. Three of them are now in use on Melrose street, south of Broadway—the first concrete poles ever erected in the world. Frank Ey was over from Santa Ana on Tuesday afternoon, attending the funeral of Wm. Konig. A. A. Mills, of the railroad committee, made a short talk on the "back haul" or terminal freight rate, which means that a car of freight billed to Anaheim and switched off here, is charged full rate to Los Angeles and back again. This system, he said, is costing Orange county from $30,000 to $50,000 per year, and it had been the cause of several important factories refusing to locate here. He believed that this state of affairs could be remedied if proper concerted action was taken. Charles Eygabroad tendered his resignation as a member of the associated chambers of commerce committee. He was also on the board of directors of a packing house which always met on the same night as the associated chambers, and it was impossible for him to be in two places. His resignation was accepted, but the chair held up the appointment of his successor. Both the chamber of commerce room and the merchants association room in the library building were retained by the Board of Trade, and it was voted to appoint a committee of three to take charge of the agricultural and products display. A number of bills which the new organization had inherited from the two old bodies were O.K.'d by Vander Horck and Ahlborn, the former secretaries, and on motion of Mills ordered paid. Treasurer Vander Horck announced that he found a fund of $83 in the treasury. W. P. Caldwell who is desirous of establishing an automobile line between Anaheim and Olinda, reported that he had not met with the desired success as the merchants generally had refused to back up the proposition with subscriptions. He wanted the board to take further action on the matter, but as it was a purely personal business enterprise the board refused. CALIFORNIA STATE LIBRARY AZETTE 1911 NUMBER 25 TRADE FIRST SESSION MITTEE NOT YET TO REPORT Boards in Calling Endorsed and Unani-Pledged—Four Sites School Offered—"Back-Haul" Freight Tied to Look After Broad Resigns from Members of Commerce BACK TO COMMISSION Not Ready Yet to Bond County for Good Roads The report of the highway commission was taken up by the supervisors on Tuesday, and at request of the commission was referred back for minor corrections. The report will probably be submitted to the supervisors again in the near future, when a bond election for roads in the sum of $1,500,000 will be called. From many points in the county come reports that the bonds will be defeated, since by carrying them the county will lose its share of the $18,000,000 state road bonds already voted. DEATH OF WILLIAM KONIG Resident Here Since 1869, Passes Away After Long Illness William Konig, a highly respected resident of this city since 1869, died at his residence on South Los Angeles street on Saturday evening, April 1, aged 79 years and 12 days. He was a native of Hittfeld, Hanover Ger- DEATH OF WILLIAM KONIG Resident Here Since 1869, Passes Away After Long Illness William Konig, a highly respected resident of this city since 1869, died at his residence on South Los Angeles street on Saturday evening, April 1, aged 79 years and 12 days. He was a native of Hittfeld, Hanover,Germany, and had lived in California since 1856. He leaves a widow, Mrs. Adelheid Konig, to mourn his loss. He had been ill for several years, suffering from a complication of physical disorders, and while everything that medical skill could devise was done to alleviate his sufferings, recovery was impossible, and he passed away at his home where he had resided so many years. Mr. Konig sailed from Germany early in 1856 and was six months on the ocean. He came around the Horn, and proceeded to San Francisco, where he remained until 1869. Removing to Los Angeles, he engaged in the wine-making business, entering employment of Kohler & Frohling, who at that time were among the largest manufacturers of wine on the coast. In that year he was married to Miss Adelheid Eichler, who has ever been a helpmeet and loving wife, ministering to him in his sufferings and who was at his bedside when the angel of death closed his eyes in his long sleep. On arriving in Anaheim Mr. Konig purchased twenty acres on South Los Angeles street. He planted vines and until 1887 was one of the best known wine-makers in the state. His wines were of superior excellence and attained a reputation not only throughout the state, but in widely separated points in the country. Much of this wine remains in the cellar where it was first stored 35 years ago. Mr. Konig was a man without an enemy, his amiability and ideal personal traits of character being such that he attracted friends on all sides. For forty years he was a familiar figure upon the streets of this city, and saw it grow from a village to the proportions of a handsome and growing city. One of his many public-spirited acts was the disposal to the city of the public library site at a price far below its value. Among the pioneers of the settlement none were more favorably known than he, and his counsel and bearing large supporters containing the words, "Anaheim Merchants' Association," thirty-six autos carrying 150 merchants of this city and friends and boosters started on Wednesday morning upon the most notable joyride in the history of Orange county. The association was accompanied by Crowther's cadet band of 24 pieces and members of the Concordia Singing Society to the number of 25. Before the start the band played two spirited marches in front of the post-office, where the party gathered, and the Concordia enlivened the occasion with chorus singing. Promptly at 9 o'clock the parade started, with J. W. Duckworth leading the line in his touring car. E. B. Douglas sounded the bugle and the line moved east on Center street. It was an inspiring scene, and streets were crowded by many who gathered to wish the merchants a happy time. Olive was reached at 9:30 o'clock, and here the first welcome which was in store for the party was made evident. The foot-hill town was out in force, and hearty handshakes greeted the association. Welcoming speeches were made and fitting responses delivered. The party was shown through the Olive mill, and each member presented with a miniature bag of flour. "Trade at Home" was the watchword Olive needs Anaheim in her business was heard on every side, and quick came the reply, Anaheim needs Olive. Herman Stern was spokesman for the party and briefly told of the purpose of the trip. He said the merchants of Anaheim wished to get better acquainted with their neighbors and to assure them that cordial welcome awaited them when they came to town. Fitting response was made, and the party made to feel that Olive was glad to see the boosters. Orange was reached at 10:30, and here another splendid welcome awaited the party. The Orange band assembled and discoursed martial music. A great throng assembled at the plaza, where apples were passed. J. Frederick Ahlborn, formerly a resident of Orange, and a member of the board of city trustees, spoke in behalf of the visitors. Orange did itself proud, and many were the words of praise uttered for our neighboring town. Santa Ana was reached at 11:30. Here one of the largest crowds met upon the trip assembled on Fourth street. Charles Eygabroad spoke for the visitors, and the county seaters vied with each other in making the the railroad commortalk on the terminal freight rate, at a car of freight and switched off full rate to Los Angeles. This system, big Orange county 50,000 per year, and because of several im- refusing to locate that this state of remedied if proper action was taken. Road tendered his res- member of the associates commerce commit- on the board of dining house which al-same night as the ers, and it was im- so be in two places. was accepted, but in the appointment of per of commerce merchants associationury building were re- ard of Trade, and it paint a committee of large of the agricul-tures display. mills which the new inherited from the ore O.K.'d by Vander Horck, the former secre- tion of Mills ordered Wander Horck an- bound a fund of $83 who is desirous of automobile line be- und Olinda, reported met with the desired merchants, generally, pick up the proposi- tions. He wanted further action on it was a purely enterprise the board personal traits of character being such that he attracted friends on all sides. For forty years he was a familiar figure upon the streets of this city, and saw it grow from a village to the proportions of a handsome and growing city. One of his many public-spirited acts was the disposal to the city of the public library site at a price far below its value. Among the pioneers of the settle ment none were more favorably known than he, and his counsel and advice were generally sought upon matters of moment which engaged their attention. He was one of the founders of the water company, and in the strenuous times of the early days took a vigorous hand in protecting the rights of valley irrigators. Personally a man of high charac-ter, of kindly spirit and generous to a fault, the thinning ranks of the pioneers stood beside his bier and with tearful eyes went in memory back again to the time when his hearty grip was felt, and his words of counsel and advice fell upon their ears. Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock. The casket lay beneath a covering of beautiful floral offerings. Friends of many years came to pay their last tribute of respect to the old patriarch, whom they had known and loved in his lifetime. Rev. Schmelzer of the Lutheran church conducted the burial services. The body was laid tenderly to rest in the cemetery where he had seen so many of his fellow-townsmen consigned to the tomb. The pallbearers were H. A. Dickel, John Hartung, Frank Shanley, Max Nebelung, Joseph Bennerscheldt and Frederick Ruhmann. Rev. Frank Eichler of Oakland, brother of Mrs. Konig, arrived here Tuesday to attend Mr. Konig's funeral. He will remain for several weeks. J. Frederick Ahlborn, formerly a resident of Orange, and a member of the board of city trustees, spoke in behalf of the visitors. Orange did itself proud, and many were the words of praise uttered for our neighboring town. Santa Ana was reached at 11.30. Here one of the largest crowds met upon the trip assembled on Fourth street. Charles Eygabroad spoke for the visitors, and the county seaters vied with each other in making the party feel at home. A quick run was made to Bolsa, which was reached at 12.30. P. H. Krick was the orator. Huntington Beach was reached at 1 o'clock. Here a banquet was served at the hotel, where 100 sat down to well laden tables. An overflow of 50 were feasted at an adjoining restaurant. Two hours were spent at the beach. The banquet was a feast of reason and flow of soul. Judge Howard acted as the local spellbinder, and notable addresses were made by others of the party, as well as by residents of the beach town. After many handshakes, the homeward trip began. Wintersburg was reached at 3 o'clock. Here W. L. Kruescher addressed the crowd which gathered to welcome the visitors. Smeltzer was reached at 3.30. F. C. Spencer was the orator. Westminster was reached at 4.30. H. S. Hadsell delivered an address. Garden Grove was reached at 5.30. J. W. Duckworth was the principal speaker. The party reached home at 6.30, well repaid for their outing, which was one long to be remembered. The addresses made were in all cases timely and thoughtful, and elicited much favorable comment. The playing of the cadet band and singing by the Concordia were everywhere enthusiastically received and