anaheim-gazette 1913-04-03

FIRE PROTECTION FOR ANAHEIM IN SIGHT CITY COUNCIL VOTES TO PURCHASE ADEQUATE APPARATUS FOR USE IN EMERGENCIES LAYING OF 4-INCH WATER MAINS OVER CITY TO BE RUSHED—MORE PRESSURE AFFORDED Taking a stand for better and more complete fire protection for owners of buildings in the city, members of the board of city trustees at Thursday night's council meeting voted in favor of purchasing adequate apparatus for fighting fires, and work will be rushed on the proposition and specifications prepared for one of the best fire fighting equipments to be found anywhere in Southern California. The matter was brought to the attention of the city fathers some weeks ago, but no action was taken at that time, and at Thursday's meeting, V. U. Simpson, member of a committee appointed by the board of trade at its last meeting, appeared before the trustees and asked that some action be taken immediately. In part Mr. Simpson said: What we need in this city is adequate fire fighting equipment and that is what we have not got at present. I was at Orange the other day and the boys over there had a little practice for our benefit. They have a fine auto truck over there and we were shown how, with a turn of the wheel, the truck was ready and going. The fire apparatus we have now is a disgrace to the city. Here about three years ago we had the trustees, speaking in favor of early completion of paving contemplated on the city's streets. He said that remonstrances had been circulated by some property owners on Lemon and other streets, and hoped that the board would not block the will of the rest and majority of the property owners by not ordering the work done. His letter from the abstract company at Santa Ana showing that the land on both sides of Lemon street between South and Broad streets held a reservation in the deeds for opening South Lemon street was read, but it was shown that while the letter is up to date now, the granting to the city of the land for opening the street was done within the last year since the city instituted proceedings to open the street, and not in 1872 as was at first thought. City Attorney Ames stated that at the time of beginning operations for opening South Lemon street, the city had no title to property along the proposed thoroughfare. A reservation had been made a number of years ago and a map filed showing such reservation. This map had not been signed by owners of the property in question and had never been accepted by the city. The city had therefore no title to such lands, and the reservation which was later placed upon the land, was undertaken subsequent to the decision of the city trustees to open the thoroughfare. Before beginning such proceedings the city procured from an abstract company a complete description of the property, and the report showed no reservations then existing. The trustees accepted the statement of City Attorney Ames and the matter was permitted to drop. In regard to the paving matter, members of the board assured Mr. Shanley and Alexander Henry, who also spoke for paving at an early date, that everything was being done and the work was being rushed as fast as possible. At present the grade ordinance is completed. ELECT OR ASSOCIATE CHAMBER MONTHLY SESSION ANA SEES TRANSITION MUCH IMPORTANT SECRETARY METZGER NUAL REPORT, TALKS OF PANAMA A largely attended meeting of the Association Chambers was held on Wednesday evening; a final election of officers and an interesting announcement from Secretary Old officials of the association elected. The session Elk's hall, where an event was attended by most distinguished geologists. Among those present and other northern towns, were F. A. Y Adams, B. V. Beebe, Chas. Eygabroad, A. S Hazzard, Gustave S Williams Schumacher, McComber and others. President Zimmerman port was embodied in Metzgar's. Among other reports contained therein. Each year we celebrate various of the unique bodies; tonight it is another anniversary orate a year of united public interest of Let us consider bring that some action be taken immediately. In part Mr. Simpson said: What we need in this city is adequate fire fighting equipment and that is what we have not got at present. I was at Orange the other day and the boys over there had a little practice for our benefit. They have a fine auto truck over there and we were shown how, with a turn of the wheel, the truck was ready and going. The fire apparatus we have now is a disgrace to the city. Here about three years ago we had the experience of having hose cut with a pocket knife and it was rendered useless. Our hose has no protection from any thing of this sort, and the same thing is liable to happen any time. I was talking with a hotel man recently who has the capital to build a hotel which would be a credit to the city, and he will not ask a bonus either, and the first question he asked me was, "What sort of fire protection have you?" I was forced to tell him we have none. The crying need of the hour is a good fire apparatus and I come as a representative from the Anaheim board of trade, asking that some action be taken. To this Councilman Hamler said that while the city needed a fire apparatus and needed it badly, it also needed a park, street lights, and water piped all over the city, and he was in favor of putting off the purchase of the fire apparatus, which he said would be useless in some parts of the city on account of lack of water supply, until 4-inch mains were laid all over the city and thus afford strong enough pressure to combat any fires which might arise. "The city needs these things," he said, "but we ought to have all of them. When we get 4-inch water mains laid all over the city, and lights installed on all the principal streets, then I would be in favor of getting fire apparatus and getting the best to be had." When Mr. Hamler said that if an auto fire truck were purchased, it would get to the fire alright, but the fire boys wouldn't, "Bill" Wallop, secretary of the fire company, retorted, "We'll get there if the truck does. We'll walk, ride our wheels, go in automobiles, or any old way, but we'll get there." Councilman Cook spoke in favor of the purchase of the fire truck and made the motion, which was seconded by Mr. Stark, that the city go ahead, make plans and adopt specifications for fire apparatus and a proper building to house the equipment. His motion was greeted by applause by members of the fire company and others present. Councilman Gates was inclined to agree with Mr. Hamlerings the city procured from an abstract company a complete description of the property, and the report showed no reservations then existing. The trustees accepted the statement of City Attorney Ames and the matter was permitted to drop. In regard to the paving matter, members of the board assured Mr. Shanley and Alexander Henry, who also spoke for paving at an early date, that everything was being done and the work was being rushed as fast as possible. At present the grade ordinance must take effect before work can be undertaken and some time must elapse before active work looking to paving can be undertaken. Ordinance No. 261 was brought up for final reading and was passed. The ordinance creates the office of city collector for light and water rates, fixes his compensation, hours, etc. A contract between the city and C.E. Chamberlain for laying of 600 feet of vitrified sewer pipe on South Los Angeles street by the latter was read and accepted by the city. A contract between the city and John DeWitt for the sweeping of the city's paved streets for a period of one year by the latter was read and accepted. A representative of the Standard Oil Company appeared and objected to the word "crude" in the contract drawn up with his company for the delivery of oil, and explained that the word "fuel" would be correct, for practically all oil used for fuel purposes is fuel and not crude oil. The word was changed and the contract accepted. A petition from O.A.Mullinix for a drug store alcohol license was read and on motion granted. These license holders pay a fee of $2 per month. The sum of $145.90 was ordered transferred from the South Lemon street opening fund into the general fund to close up the account. The insurance policy of the two black horses in use by the city at a premium of $21 per year was accepted. Fritz Ruhman came before the board and protested against the laying of a pipe line so close to the foundation of one of his buildings as to make it practically useless. He said the pipe had been laid for sewer purposes some time ago and he wanted some relief if possible. The matter was referred to the city attorney for investigation. A check for $5 from William Wagner for rent of a part of the dumping grounds for raising nursery stock was accepted. It was decided to order the laying of sidewalks on the part of Chestnut street adjacent to Palm street where walks have not been laid. William Schumacher, McComber and others President Zimmerman port was embodied in Metzgar's. Among other reports contained therein. Each year we celebrate of the united bodies; tonight it is we another anniversary we orate a year of unitedness in public interest. Let us consider briefly the association of cities such associations are of influential, pro-stantial men of the city; they spend their money by transactions that advertise their resolutions passions have much bearing upon state legislation; and their assistance that celebrations are made mostly by thought or pose such civic bodies in demand for better relations. The wide range of regular meetings has standard of citizenship as represented in the west shown by the indictment of local importance. The hospitality of more especially South advertisement throughout "get-together" spirit in the nation, and is there an eastern state. Chambers of commerce to stay; their great power has been established; times indeed is that does not possess body. Orange county "acid test" to publicize a source of gratification of the Associated Churches; other civic society men in general that is gradually awakened that to make a substantial world at large must be seen that a welcome seeker; that here are many man who is willing where nature has done county has received a healthy publicity in this shipping its diversified parts of the world newspaper articles that wide circulation in this people; as a consequence new arrivals are more broader views and core this is done the fastest will grow and in timerspace places in imminent future. Councilman Cook spoke in favor of the purchase of the fire truck and made the motion, which was seconded by Mr. Stark, that the city go ahead, make plans and adopt specifications for fire apparatus and a proper building to house the equipment. His motion was greeted by applause by members of the fire company and others present. Councilman Gates was inclined to agree with Mr. Hamler on the proposition. He said that the fire apparatus, if it did get to the fire, would be useless in some parts of the town on account of the lack of large enough water pipes to afford pressure sufficient for use. He agreed that the city needed a park, street lights and a fire apparatus, but said he would be in favor of waiting awhile until more water pipes were laid. When the question was put to a vote, Cook and Stark noted aye, Hamler and Gates voted no, and Mayor Nebelung voted aye, carrying the question. This was greeted by more applause on the part of those present. Simpson further stated that the chemical engine of the truck would be worth probably 90 per cent of its efficiency and by getting to the fire early, the conflagration could be checked in its early stages, whereas now the fire has usually gained great headway before the fire laddies can get to the scene. Hamler spoke in favor of giving the people of the city a chance to vote upon whether they want a park and fire apparatus and a new city hall, and said he did not believe in spending the people's money for something that would benefit only a few. Judge Shanley appeared before the one of his buildings as to make it practically useless. He said the pipe had been laid for sewer purposes some time ago and he wanted some relief if possible. The matter was referred to the city attorney for investigation. A check for $5 from William Wagner for rent of a part of the dumping grounds for raising nursery stock was accepted. It was decided to order the laying of sidewalks on the part of Chestnut street adjacent to Palm street where walks have not been laid. A petition asking permission to put a large banner across the street advertising the benefit performance for the orphans of St. Catherine's academy, was granted. A contract between the city and C. H. Owen, for the delivery to the latter of city light and water service, was read and approved by the city. The following building permits were granted: E. Marschall, to construct a garage on county road, cost $100. A. E. Straehle, contractor for Emil Otto, to construct a residence on South Lemon street, cost $200. Mrs. E. J. Johnson, to construct residence and garage on Clementina street, cost $2,000. John Domries, to construct residence on Davis street, cost $800. CITRUS TREES Eureka lemons, Valencia and Navel orange trees, % and up, standard, unfrosted trees, Anaheim or Whittier grown, sweet and sour seed bed stock. JEFFERSON WALBRIDGE, Both phones, 5771. Whittier, Cal. If you have a house to rent, try a Gazette classified. Endorsements include poor farm and hospital highway bonds, free treatment, the Orange County Santa Ana Registration, the action of the Commission, in selecting La Habra, etc., the woman Kettner up to Marine Laboratory for recommendations: ELECT OFFICIALS ASSOCIATED CHAMBERS MONTHLY SESSION AT SANTA ANA SEES TRANSACTION OF MUCH IMPORTANT BUSINESS SECRETARY METZGAR MAKES ANNUAL REPORT, COL. FINLEY TALKS OF PANAMA CANAL A largely attended and interesting meeting of the Associated Chambers of Commerce was held in Santa Ana on Wednesday evening last, when annual election of officers was taken up, and an interesting annual report was received from Secretary Metzgar. The old officials of the organization were re-elected. The session convened at Elk's hall, where an elaborate banquet was attended by more than one hundred distinguished gentlemen. Among those present from this city and other northern Orange county towns, were F. A. Yungbluth, H. M. Adams, B. V. Beebe, V. U. Simpson, Chas. Eygabroad, A. S. Bradford, E. C. Hazzard, Gustave Stern, Supervisor William Schumacher, Geo. Wilcox, Mr. McComber and others. President Zimmerman's detailed report was embodied in that of Secretary Metzgar's. Among other things this report contained the following: Each year we celebrate the anniversary of the union of the civic bodies; tonight it is well that we have another anniversary feast to commemorate a year of united work, to promote the public interest of Orange county. Let us consider briefly the value of the association of civic organizations construction of state highway through Orange county, the election for county good roads bonds, that the supervisors appropriate 10 cents on the $100 for building a dirt road connecting Orange county beaches; that Orange county park be cleared of poison oak ivy; that road from Riverside county line to Santa Ana be among the first good roads constructed. During the year, eleven meetings were held at the following named places: Santa Ana, Placentia, Westminster, Anaheim Landing, Anaheim, Fullerton, Huntington Beach, Newport Beach and Orange, Anaheim and Placentia having been hosts twice. The financial statement of the Associated Chambers of Commerce of Orange county follows: Receipts Bal. on hand March 27, 1912...$ 11.67 Received from dues to date... 100.00 Total ...$111.67 Disbursements Salary, Secretary-Treasurer ...$ 18.00 Transportation committee ...3.00 Stenographic work ...6.65 Telegrams ...4.40 Stamps, paper, etc...4.40 Balance forward ...75.22 Total ...$111.67 Gustave Stern, of Fullerton, made a verbal report relative to the request made to the state legislature to permit the adding of two feet on each side of the 16-foot highways, and he added that the prospects are that it will be made the law. A. A. Mills reported that in reference to the much-mooted rate question, the matter is still in abeyance waiting upon action in the case presented by E. P. Ripley, president of the Santa Fe railroad company. Lew H. Wallace of Newport Beach, spoke for the harbor committee, and complained of delay. He said no word has been received from the war department. He gave a brief historical sketch of the great project, and touched upon some of the possibilities and probabilities that may follow its completion. Both cities—Colon and Panama—at the canal are, he said, as neat and clean as Santa Ana. In the five days he was there he did not see a mosquito, and fewer flies than might have been found here. All crevices, ravines and other places that would ordinarily be breeding spots for mosquitoes, are regularly washed or sprayed with crude oil. The sanitary conditions there, he said, are the best. Both Colon and Panama are within United States territory although exempt from our laws under treaty. Colonel Finley also gave a brief description of the canal and told of the money expenditures. It is estimated that the total cost will be about $375,000,000. He said the report is now quite general in the canal zone that the Pacific ocean is about 6 or 8 feet higher than the Atlantic, which is regarded as a sufficient answer to the advocates of the sea-level canal. He is of the opinion that if the canal is opened within a year it will be all that can be expected. A depth of 41 feet of water is planned through the canal. In width it varies from 300 feet to 1,000 feet. The colonel aroused marked interest by his address and answered many inquiries concerning the work. As a fitting close to the evening's entertainment, a vote of thanks was extended to the Santa Ana Chamber. The election of officers was opened by the unanimous re-election of W. A. Zimmerman of Santa Ana, as president. Mr. Zimmerman had just completed an unexpired term as president. He graciously expressed his thanks for the honor conferred, and the election proceeded with the following results: Vice-President, Lew H. Wallace of Newport Beach. Secretary-Treasurer, J. C. Metzgar of Santa Ana. Gustave Stern declined to be a con- William Schumacher, Geo. Wilcox, Mr. McComber and others. President Zimmerman’s detailed report was embodied in that of Secretary Metzgar’s. Among other things this report contained the following: Each year we celebrate the anniversary of the union of the civic bodies; tonight it is well that we have another anniversary feast to commemorate a year of united work, to promote the public interest of Orange county. Let us consider briefly the value of the association of civic organizations. Such associations are representative of the influential, progressive and substantial men of the community. It is the money spent by these organizations that advertise our resources; it is resolutions passed by them that have much bearing upon national and state legislation, and it is usually by their assistance that social affairs and celebrations are made possible. It is mostly the thought of men who compose such civic bodies that is making the demand for better living conditions. The wide range of discussions at its regular meetings has brought up the standard of citizenship in the county as represented in the intelligent interest shown by the individual in matters of local importance. The hospitality of California and more especially Southern California is advertised throughout the world. The “get-together” spirit is an example to the nation, and is the model of many an eastern state. Chambers of commerce have come to stay; their great power for progress has been established, and far behind the times indeed is the city or village that does not possess its publicity body. Orange county has given the “acid test” to publicity work and it is a source of gratification to members of the Associated Chambers of Commerce, other civic societies, and business men in general that Orange county is gradually awakening to the fact that to make a substantial growth, the world at large must be given due notice that a welcome awaits the home-seeker, that here are opportunities for the man who is willing to do his part, where nature has done so much. The county has received a large amount of healthy publicity in the past through shipping its diversified products to various parts of the world, and through newspaper articles that have gained a wide circulation in the United States. The people, as a consequence of many new arrivals are more inclined to broader views and cordiality; the more this is done the faster Orange county will grow and in time will take its place in important places. A. A. Mills reported that in reference to the much-mooted rate question, the matter is still in abeyance waiting upon action in the case presented by E. P. Ripley, president of the Santa Fe railroad company. Lew H. Wallace of Newport Beach, spoke for the harbor committee, and complained of delay. He said no word has been received from the war department on the report of the local engineers and that this report is being waited upon. However, the people of Newport are ready, he said, to vote $100,000 for the construction of the first harbor jetties there as soon as they can do so. There was some expectancy in regard to the probability of a report from the special committee that had originally been charged to take up the question of salaries of county officials, and over which there has been some marked differences of opinion. The suggestion of Mr. Wallace that it would be best to let the “sleeping dogs lie” met with common consent and no report was made. President Zimmerman announced that progress is being made in regard to the adoption of some means that will permit the association to interfere with possible combination by contractors in bidding on the highway building work. The new chambers of commerce just formed at Brea, Orangethorpe and Yorba Linda were formally invited to become affiliated with the consolidated organization. Mr. Richards made inquiry about the status of the “Sunday Rest Law,” saying that he doubted if the people fully realize the scope of the measure, and that its adoption means the closing up on Sunday of practically every kind of business. Several beach cities have raised funds to oppose the bill. Mr. Zimmerman was of the opinion that some sort of Sunday rest measure will be adopted, but probably not the one under consideration. Mr. Wallace urged the employment of more engineers to make surveys on the new highways, so that such surveys can be made more rapidly. He offered a resolution requesting the highway commissioners to get more surveyors, so that the awarding of construction contracts can be hurried. Chairman Talbert of the board of supervisors stated that the work is being pushed as fast as possible. He said the question of securing materials is going to be a more perplexing problem extended to the Santa Ana Chamber. The election of officers was opened by the unanimous re-election of W. A. Zimmerman of Santa Ana, as president. Mr. Zimmerman had just completed an unexpired term as president. He graciously expressed his thanks for the honor conferred, and the election proceeded with the following results: Vice-President, Lew H. Wallace of Newport Beach. Secretary-Treasurer, J. C. Metzgar of Santa Ana. Gustave Stern declined to be a candidate for vice-president, and Vice-President Wallace frankly acknowledged that he wanted to serve another term, but he favors the election a year hence of Mr. Stern as president, provided Mr. Zimmerman is not a candidate for another term. Both Mr. Wallace and Mr. Metzgar were favored with unanimous elections. The secretary also made a few appropriate remarks. The appointment of new standing committees was postponed until the next meeting, which will be held at Westminster, the invitation being extended by Mr. Larter of that city. BUSINESS CARDS J. W. TRUXAW, M. D. Office Hours 11 to 12 A.M.; 2 to 4 P.M.; 7 to 8 P.M. Phone Pacific 341. Suites 1 and 2 Nagel Building NIGHT CALLS FROM OFFICE J. W. UTTER, M.D. Office Hours, 2 to 4 P.M.; 7 to 8 P.M. Phones: Pacific 151J; Home 1712 Office at Residence 156 S. Los Angeles Street ANAHEIM, CAL. H. V. Weisel Roger C. Dutton WEISEL & DUTTON Attorneys and Counselors at Law Special Attention Given Probate Matters. German Language Spoken Notary Public 2d Floor Mullinix Bld Phone Main 110J Anaheim, Cal. LEONARD EVANS Attorney-at-Law Special Attention Given Probate Matters Notary Public. 105 E. Center St. Pacific Phone 2461 Anheim, Cal. the man who is willing to do his part, where nature has done so much. The county has received a large amount of healthy publicity in the past through shipping its diversified products to various parts of the world, and through newspaper articles that have gained a wide circulation in the United States. The people, as a consequence of many new arrivals are more inclined to broader views and cordiality; the more this is done the faster Orange county will grow and in time will take its proper place in importance not only as the dollar land in the state, but in the nation. It may truthfully be said that Orange county is destined to grow, but just how rapidly depends wholly on its people. During the past year the members of this body have demonstrated that while they cannot always enjoy a unanimous vote on each and every question, yet they have been broad minded and recognize that while there is a coast and an inland, that it is all in the family and of Orange county. The get-together spirit has been weighed and found not wanting, and has accomplished much. Long may it live, for in union there is truly strength. A brief reference to the activities of the past year follows: Endorsements included the bridge, poor farm and hospital bonds, county highway bonds, free text book amendment, the Orange County Realty Guide, the Santa Ana Register special edition, the action of the State Highway Commission, in selection of route via La Habra, etc., the work of Congressman Kettner up to this time, the Marine Laboratory for Laguna Beach. Recommendations: Immediate con- Mr. Wallace urged the employment of more engineers to make surveys on the new highways, so that such surveys can be made more rapidly. He offered a resolution requesting the highway commissioners to get more surveyors, so that the awarding of construction contracts can be hurried. Chairman Talbert of the board of supervisors stated that the work is being pushed as fast as possible. He said the question of securing materials is going to be a more perplexing problem than that of having the surveys made. It is the intention, he said, of the commissioners to go ahead as fast as possible. Mr. Wallace remarked that from the day the money for the bonds is received, the interest on them will be some think like $5,000 per month, a sum worth looking after. He urged getting the money out of the banks and into the roads. This view was also shared by Mr. Talbert. J. A. Armitage, of Sunset Beach, inquired why it wouldn't be a good plan for the organization to refer the matter to the committee on roads along with any similar matters worthy of consideration. Charles Eygabroad didn't think there would be anybody who would care to hold up the work. County Auditor Lester explained that the money will come in four installments. It was voted that the Associated Chambers of Commerce request the County Highway Commission to see that there is no unnecessary delay in the work. City Surveyor Finley, by request, told in a very interesting manner of his recent visit to the Panama Canal. The First National Bank OF ANAHEIM United States Depository for the Postal Savings System Capital, $50,000. Surplus and Undivided Profits, $52,000 Resources over $700,000.00 Officers: JOHN HARTUNG, Pres. FRANK SHANLEY FRANK SHANLEY, V. P. A. S. BRADFORD A. S. BRADFORD, V. P. EDGAR J. HARTUNG, SAMUEL KRAEMER EDGAR J. 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