anaheim-gazette 1916-12-14

The Weekly Gazette. ESTABLISHED 1870 Henry Kuchel, Editor and Proprietor SUBSCRIPTION PER YEAR...$1.50 SIX MONTHS ...$1.00 THREE MONTHS ...$ .50 Entered at the Anaheim Postoffice as second-class matter. SQUARE DEAL HOPED FOR Americans who have investment in property and industries in Mexico are still wondering whether the administration has changed its attitude toward them, and they are earnestly hoping that it has. They were led to believe that a change had taken place when it was announced recently that the Republic of China had borrowed $5,000,000 from the Continental and Commercial National bank of Chicago; and the state department approved the transaction. The sum is not large as international loans go, but the incident indicated that a marked change had come over the spirit of the administration since those early days of 1913 when the president compelled the American participants to withdraw from their contemplated share in a much larger loan to be granted to the Chinese government and known as the Six-Power agreement. The position which the state department then took was that there was some financial im morality attaching to such a proceeding and that a virtuous administration could not afford to be connected with it, even by implication. Before concluding the recent loan, the Chicago bankers submitted the proposed contract to Secretary Lansing for scrutiny; and before the document was executed they received a MILITARY SCHOOL ENDORSED BY A.C.OFC. SITE FOR GOVERNMENT INSTITUTE ON NEWPORT BAY APPROVED BY OFFICIALS COUNTY PREPARING FOR A DISPLAY AT THE NATIONAL ORANGE SHOW IN FEB. It is now definitely settled that Orange county will have the proposed California Military Institute within her borders. At the meeting of the associated chambers of commerce Tuesday evening, J. A. Armitage, chairman of the committee appointed at a previous meeting, made a report that cleared away all doubts and was received with enthusiasm. He stated that the South Coast Improvement association had endorsed the project, that a 50-acre site on Newport bay had been donated by James Irvine, and that the United States military authorities had investigated the site and approved it. The chamber unanimously adopted a motion to endorse the proposition, and soon there will be a station on Newport bay where young men can be trained for military duty. The meeting and banquet was held at Hotel Shay, Fullerton, one hundred persons from all sections of the county being present. Chairman Bradford called on Dr. E. W. Hauck of the Fulerton high school to make the address Six-Power agreement. The position which the state department then took was that there was some financial imorality attaching to such a proceeding and that a virtuous administration could not afford to be connected with it, even by implication. Before concluding the recent loan, the Chicago bankers submitted the proposed contract to Secretary Lansing for scrutiny; and before the document was executed they received a letter from the secretary in which he gave his approval to the proceeding and added: "It is the policy of the department, now as in the past, to give all proper diplomatic support and protection to the legitimate enterprises abroad of American citizens." These last words gave satisfaction to the American capitalists who have invested their money in Mexico, though there is still a loop hole in whatever interpretation the administration may put on the words "legetimate enterprises." One of the outstanding grievances of Americans who have undertaken the development of railroads, mines and oil fields in Mexico is that they have been denied the proper protection of this government in their operations. The Lansing letter, accordingly affords a ray of hope to those unfortunate persons who have their money wrapped up in enterprise ssouth of the Rio Grande, and the expectation is that the letter, coupled with an apparent purpose to hold Carranza to a more "strict accountability," may give a chance for American investors to recoup the losses which they have sustained through the onslaughts of Carranza and Villa and whoever else has exercised power in Mexico. The apparent change of heart which the administration has experienced is no less gratifying than unlocked for. EXTRAVAGANZA AT THE FAIRYLAND THEATRE "In the Palace of the Queen" to be Given Next Tuesday Night At the New Fairyland theatre Tuesday evening, Dec. 19, there will be given, under the auspices of the Brotherhood of American Yeomen, an extravaganza entitled "In the Palace of the Queen." The scene is laid in the palace of Ferdinand and Isabella of Spain. Fifty local people will be in the cast. Following is the program: The meeting and banquet was held at Hotel Shay, Fullerton, one hundred persons from all sections of the county being present. Chairman Bradford called on Dr. E. W. Hauck of the Fullerton high school to make the address of welcome. The doctor made a brief talk and at the conclusion of his remarks every guest believed that if there was anything in Fullerton he wanted he was privileged to take it. R. L. Bisby of Santa Ana, made teh response. Mr. Bisby began speaking on loyalty which lead him into a eulogy of California, its climate and its possibilities. There was a time, said he, when Southern California had nothing to recommend it to the world but its climate, but we have learned that the Great Spirit never finished a job as complete as when he made Southern California. We now have all natural conveniences such as gas, electricity, etc., and a soil that can raise anything that is grown on earth and do it better. The question of a slogan for Orange county literature, which has been under consideration for some months, was finally settled. More than two hundred samples had been submitted, but Mr. Armitage's motion that "Nature's Prolific Wonderland, Orange County, California," be adopted, was carried. This will be printed on all literature and stationery and also on stickers. Chairman Bradford announced that there was $93 in the treasury, a surplus from the Orange county exhibit at last year's national orange show at San Bernardino, and he wanted to know what disposition to make of it. It was decided to use it in making a display this winter. Many bouquets were handed Mr. Bradford for his efficient management of the Orange county display last year, and he was unanimously chosen to take charge of the affair at the coming show in February. He accepted, and chose as his assistants R. L. Bishby and J. A. Armitage. Mr. Sears of the Continental Film company of Orange, explained some of the inside workings of the photoplay business. The most interesting part of it was what the company expected to do that the United States military authorities had investigated the site and approved it. The chamber unanimously adopted a motion to endorse the proposition, and soon there will be a station on Newport bay where young men can be trained for military duty. The meeting and banquet was held at Hotel Shay, Fullerton, one hundred persons from all sections of the county being present. Chairman Bradford called on Dr. E. W. Hauck of the Fullerton high school to make the address of welcome. The doctor made a brief talk and at the conclusion of his remarks every guest believed that if there was anything in Fullerton he wanted he was privileged to take it. R. L. Bisby of Santa Ana, made teh response. Mr. Bisby began speaking on loyalty which lead him into a eulogy of California, its climate and its possibilities. There was a time, said he, when Southern California had nothing to recommend it to the world but its climate, but we have learned that the Great Spirit never finished a job as complete as when he made Southern California. We now have all natural conveniences such as gas, electricity, etc., and a soil that can raise anything that is grown on earth and do it better. The exhibition of the building of the Clausen-Baggany, and is the feature of the charge is only should assure us during the show urday evening. Judging of the noon Tuesday by today. Geo Duarte, one of our west, will have awards. Judge give several led noons beginning. Rhode Island: the poultry exe are represented displays. Best etles, there are common birds. main floor is pheasant display Pheasantry of A capon or with two dozes entered by F. C cupies one of dows, and attrention from p The show is for both young are urged esp school children benefits of th UNI People get department se big city paper house catalog buy goods in from mail or home mercha ascertain how mail order ho second grade home mercha cheaper than At the New Fairyland theatre Tuesday evening, Dec. 19, there will be given, under the auspices of the Brotherhood of American Yeomen, an extravaganza entitled "In the Palace of the Queen." The scene is laid in the palace of Ferdinand and Isabella of Spain. Fifty local people will be in the cast. Following is the program: Overture—Anaheim City Band Spanish court scene in Pleasureland palace. Queen Isabella...Mary A. Richardson King Ferdinand ...I. N. Camp Ladles in waiting, Lella Camp, Lena Heberer. Gentlemen in waiting, Elmer Hucklebridge, Wilbert Graham. Spanish dancer ...Antonia Friend Court Singers, Lulu Mathews, Edna Schlotter, Lena Friend, Earl C. Gilbert. Court jester ...Coral Jensen Pages, Ruthie Cook, Evelyn McGathan Serpentin dance ...Gladys Head Whistling girls, led by Gwendolyn Cook. Ballet dance ...Margaret Heckmann Scarf dance—Song and chorus. Grecian girls, Ruth Crawford, Coral Jensen, Dorothy Schellens, Lucille Davis, Mabel Ziegler, Elsie Ziegler, Erma Waldler, Frances Smith, Myrtel Taylor, Antonia Friend. Soloist Earl C. Gilbert. Vocal solo by the Goddess of Night, Edna Schlotter. INTERMISSION Selections by Anaheim City Band. Military Drill, Amazon girls—Dorothy Swope, Elsie Ziegler, Mabel Ziegler, Margaret Junge, Lucille Davis, Ruth Crawford, Dorothy Schellens, Erma Waldely, Frances Smith, Myrtle Taylor, Dorcas Neff. Color bearer Arline Adams. Indian Speciality, Princesses—Gladys Mr. Sears of the Continental Film company of Orange, explained some of the inside workings of the photoplay business. The most interesting part of it was what the company expected to do in advertising Orange county. A play called "Opportunity" is being produced in which all the beauty spots in the county will be shown. Scenes were taken in Anaheim Tuesday, he said. This play will be presented on the screen in eastern theatres, and will give the people a better idea of this region than they could get by reading literature. After Mr. Sears had explained in detail his project of exploiting the biggest little county on the map the banqueters were so pleased with it that, on motion of Mr. Eygabroad, a vote of thanks was extended him. Both F. C. Krause and Charles Eygabroad spoke in favor of sending a float to the Pasadena Tournament of De Vinney. Chief, Fred Yoern, Papooses, Rosie Meyers, William Cowan. Dutch dance ...Geraldine Cook Vocal duet (Irish boy and girl) Margaret Junge, Dorothy Swope. Song and Chorus—Miss California and Teddy Bear Girls, Leona Schindler, Martha Hilend, Elsie Schellens, Florence Johnston, Beulah Schmidt, Gwendolyne Cook, Gereldine Cook, Antonia Friend. Scotch Song and dance, Elsie Schellens Mountain Girl, in song, Edna Waitman Virginia Reel, Belles and Beaux of 1861 Ballet dance,...Margaret Heckman Good Bye Chorus—Amazon Girls. Accompanist,... Mrs. E. H. Adams People get department service big city paper house catalog buy goods in from mail or home merchandise certain how mail order hot second grade home merchandise cheaper than fed to give The city store can work off cause custom return them. The home merchant certain article mail order he can almost in article for the He will give illege of exam there will be press fees to The Sadali church held academy Sunday lowing office igunda Glide Cecelle Stro Huarte, treat ANAHEIM GAZETTE—THURSDAY, [Dec. 14] Roses on New Year's day. Mr. Eygabroad stated that four years ago this county had a float in the procession that won a cup and was pictured throughout the entire United States. It cost $460, but he thought the money was well spent. The matter was placed in the hands of the advertising committee, and the gentlemen composing that committee were requested to get busy. The managers of the Hotel Shay, where the banquet was held, put up an excellent turkey dinner which received many compliments and for which a vote of thanks was tendered. Following is the menu: Oyster Soup Olives Celery Pickles Fruit Salad Roast Turkey with Dressing Cranberry Sauce Creamed Mashed Potatoes Peas Cauliflower Cream Pie Fruit Coffee Cigars The next meeting will be held at Santa Ana, at which time the annual election of officers will occur. MAGNIFICENT DISPLAY AT POULTRY SHOW Numerous Exhibits of Fine Birds From All Parts of County Never before in Orange county has there been such a display of chickens, rabbits, ducks, geese, and pet stock as opened at Santa Ana Tuesday with the opening of the annual show of the Orange County Poultry association, and early in the afternoon many people had gathered to inspect the various exhibits. Both in point of attendance and excellence of displays, this show promises to rank with the best shows in the state. NEW GRAND DIRECT FROM LOS ANGELES BUY Your TICKETS NOW ON SAITINEE PRICES, COUNTY'S OIL INDUSTRY and equipment. The Amalgamated and associated company's figures will run close to a half-million, and so on down the line, no company in the field un- Never before in Orange county has there been such a display of chickens, rabbits, ducks, geese, and pet stock as opened at Santa Ana Tuesday with the opening of the annual show of the Orange County Poultry association, and early in the afternoon many people had gathered to inspect the various exhibits. Both in point of attendance and excellence of displays, this show promises to rank with the best shows ever held in the state. The exhibition fills all three floors of the building formerly occupied by the Clausen-Baggerley Furniture company, and is the one big educational feature of the week. The admission charge is only 10 cents, and this should assure a very large attendance during the show, which lasts until Saturday evening. Judging of the exhibits began at noon Tuesday and will be completed by today. George W. Masterson of Duarte, one of the best judges in the west, will have charge of the poultry awards. Judge Masterson will also give several lectures on poultry after-noons beginning on Thursday. Rhode Island Reds predominate in the poultry exhibits, but all varieties are represented with many creditable displays. Besides the standard varieties, there are many displays of uncommon birds. In the center of the main floor is a large pen for the pheasant display entered by Rahman's Pheasantry of Santa Ana. A capon or trained male brooder, with two dozen Barred Rock chicks, entered by F. G. Barnes of Artlesia, occupies one of the large display windows, and attracts a great deal of attention from passersby. The show is decidedly worth seeing for both young and old, and parents are urged especially to bring the school children for the educational benefits of the show. UNPROFITABLE People get the impression from the department store advertising in the big city papers, and from mail order house catalogues that it is cheaper to buy goods in the nearby big cities or from mail order houses than of the home merchant. They will do well to ascertain how far the city store or the mail order house is going to work off second grade goods on them. The home merchants could sell a great deal cheaper than he does were he satisfies himself. COUNTY’S OIL INDUSTRY The petroleum industry of Orange county at the close of the year 1916 presents some facts and figures that are stupendous. The Orange county oil fields have made advances that are undoubtedly unparalleled by any other field in the state in consideration of the available and proven oil territory and the high prices of oil well drilling equipment for the past year. During the year 1915 Orange County produced 12,680,000 barrels of crude oil. Carefully computed figures for the year 1916 places the production at 13,390,625 barrels. In round numbers the production of the field has increased over 710,000 barrels or a little better than two thirds of a million barrels. During 1915 the average daily production of the field was 35,534 barrels. In 1916 production records show a daily average production of 38,459. Approximately—the daily average amount of oil produced shows a gain of close to 3000 barrels over the previous year. Development work throughout the field has increased remarkably over that of last year. This fact is worthy of consideration when it is a well known fact that the average cost of oil well drilling equipment supplies and tools have advanced 50 per cent over the price paid during 1916. During the year 1915 the average number of wells drilling was 51. The close of the present year boosts the figure to 60 wells. The above figures are monthly averages. The average number of wells drilling each month for the past year showing an increase of 20 per cent certainly speaks well for the rapid growth of the Orange county field. Drilling operations have been very successful during the past year as the record will show. The year 1915 saw 68 wells completed and added to the list of producing wells. A careful study of the field convinces the writer that there will be an equal number of wells completed and very probable that even more wells will be finished this year than last. Available figures assure the completion of an equal number, and a number of companies have wells that are so nearly finished and will be finished before the end of the year that it is a certainty that last year's record as good as it was will be broken. At the close of 1915 the number of producing wells in the county was 595. 1916 development work has added 60 new producing wells to the list bringing the number up to 655 wells. and equipment. The Amalgamated and associated company's figures will run close to a half-million, and so on down the line, no company in the field unless it be a wild cat concern is spending less than a hundred thousand a year. The price of crude oil during the year 1915 as compared to that of the year just closing presents some very encouraging factors to the oil operators themselves and to those contemplating entering the business. During 1915 the highest price paid for 16 gravity oil was 46 cents a bbl. The same gravity oil is quoted today at 74 cents a bbl. Twenty-six gravity oil coat sold for 47½ cents a bbl. Is now bringing 82 cents a bbl. Thirty-one gravity oil selling for 6-cents a bbl. In 1915 is now quoted at 87 cents a barrel. The price of gasoline has stood up pretty well throughout the year. To some the price seems unusually high and the producers have been criticised severely. However the price of gasoline has been in keeping with the constant and ever increasing demand coupled with the increased cost of producing and refining. The value of the oil product during the past year is $6,617,000. In connection with the oil business Orange county field includes some of the best equipped refineries in the state, to say nothing of the valuable and efficient casing head gasoline plants. The Union Oil Company's renewal at Stewart Station is a model for the industry. The Brea and Pacific Gasoline company's plants are best that money and modern mechanical skill will produce, for the manufacture of gasoline from casing head gas. The local field is unique in having a plant for the making of gasoline from the casing head gas by the absorption method. The National Products Absorption Plant on Graham-Loftus lease is the only plant of its kind in West. Judging from these efforts put forth by the operating companies in the local field during the past year and taking into consideration the amount of new work planned for the coming year, the oil industry of Orange county has a great future ahead. The opening of new year will see an increased activity in every department of the development and production of petroleum, and Orange county's oil industry will forge ahead to greater achievements in 1917. Taking no chances on having California's chestnut trees ruined by the chestnut blight that is rapidly spread- People get the impression from the department store advertising in the big city papers, and from mail order house catalogues that it is cheaper to buy goods in the nearby big cities or from mail order houses than of the home merchant. They will do well to ascertain how far the city store or the mail order house is going to work off second grade goods on them. The home merchants could sell a great deal cheaper than he does were he satisfied to give his customers seconds. The city store or the mail order house can work off seconds very easily, because customers are much less apt to return them. If a customer will tell the home merchant what he can get a certain article for at a city store or a mail order house, the home merchant can almost invariably provide the same article for the same money—or less. He will give the customer the privilege of examining it in advance. And there will be no railroad fare nor express fees to pay on it either. The Sadality society of St. Boniface church held a meeting at St. Joseph's academy Sunday and elected the following officers: President, Miss Cungunda Gildea, vice president, Miss Cecelle Stroka, secretary, Miss Pera Huarte, treasurer, Miss Agnes Weber. The cost of preparing a 40 acre irrigated farm in California so that it will be habitable and in condition to be fully productive will be from $100 to $200 an acre. An analysis of the cost of developing orange and lemon groves shows that it casts more than $1000 per acre to bring an orange grove to its tenth year and more than $1100 to bring a lemon grove to the same age. High prices of land have made intensive cultivation a necessity, and that in turn requires costlier improvements and higher priced equipment. At the close of 1915 the number of producing wells in the county was 595. 1916 development work has added 60 new producing wells to the list bringing the number up to 655 wells. Orange county now has 3305 acres of proven oil land, all of which is considered good. Of course the field varies as to quantity and quality, but taken as a whole the amount of oil produced, the gravity of the product and the average amount made by the wells producing are factors that make the local field as valuable as any in the state. Considerable interest is being manifested in the work of the Copa De Ora and Gold Seal Oil companies in Chino canyon north of Brea, also the development work recently started by the Standard Oil company in the Baldwin Hills at Montebello. The finding of oil in commercial quantities in either of these two localities will increase the acreage of proven oil territory very materially, almost doubling it. The oil industry of the county gives steady employment to over 2000 men at a wage that is good. The big companies are giving their men the best of treatment. A number of developing concerns have instituted the 8-hour day. Some companies are insuring the lives of the employees, others are raising the wages, and one of the biggest concerns in the field is allowing the employees to share in the company's profits. There are ten big corporations operating in the oil fields and about five smaller companies making a total of fifteen oil companies developing the oil resources of the county. These operating companies spend two and three quarter millions of dollars annually for labor and materials. The Standarde Oil company heads the list expending a million and a quarter dollars a year, and the Union is second disbursing three quarters of a million yearly for labor and oil well supplies Taking no chances on having California's chestnut trees ruined by the chestnut blight that is rapidly spreading through other states, State Horticultural Commissioner Hecke has forwarded quarantine guardians a regulation to closely inspect all nursery stock coming into California. He will make further investigations, and if necessary, establishing a quarantine. Chestnuts are grown extensively in the foothill sections of California, and since they are selling at $10 a bushel in the eastern market they will be given as much protection as possible. A bank account may help to turn shadows into sunshine. Most people have rainy days some time. We wel- Mrs. E. L. Larkin is enjoying a visit from her mother, Mrs. Henrietta Nyboe of Grand Isle, Nebraska, and Mrs. C. S. Jones of Rawlins, Wyoming. Mrs. W. L. Finney and daughter, Mrs. Roger Dutton, were visiting in Los Angeles Thursday. The big steel vault of the First National bank, was moved to the position which it will occupy in the new building Sunday. It was something of a job moving it and turning it around as it weighs nearly 120,000 pounds. Charles Eygabroad will soon begin the erection of one of the finest residences in Anaheim. Plans are now being made by the architect. GRAND SAFE AND SANITARY PLAY HOUSE PERFECT Tuesday, Dec. 24, 25, 26 MATINEE EACH DAY AT 2:30 OF THE CENTURY, D. W.'Griffith's' Colossal Spectacle LERANCE" AND THE LAW. (Love's Struggle Throughout the Ages) mountain girl of Babylon, in a chariot, driving at full speed, and the great and the ancient city of Babylon from destruction. between the young girl of today in a high powered racing car and an exer sweetheart from the gallows. The paralleling stories only intensify the and glory. in 500 beautiful dancing girls. LOS ANGELES 20 PIECE ORCHESTRA AND ALL SCENIC EFFECTS NOW ON SALE IN THE EVENINGS ALL THIS WEEK AT NEW GRAND THEATRE BOX OFFICE.. COME EARLY AND GET THE CHOICE SEATS. 100. MATINEE PRICES, 25c, 50c, 75c. ALL SEATS RESERVED CHRISTMAS GIFTS Unusual and Unique Typical of HARTFIELDS THERE HAS ALWAYS BEEN A CERTAIN SATISFACTION FOR THE CHRISTMAS SHOPPER WHO HAS COME HERE—SATISFACTION IN THE THOUGHT THAT A GIFT FROM HARTFIELD'S NOT ONLY WAS OF SUPERIOR EXCELLENCE, BUT THAT IT WAS USUAL, UNIQUE AND USUALLY NOT TO BE FOUND ELSEWHERE. THIS YEAR WE HAVE THE FINEST SELECTED STOCK. COME AND SEE OUR SPECIAL $25.00 AND $50.00 BLUE WHITE DIAMONDS. THE BEST VALUES IN THE COUNTRY The Oldest Established Jewelry Store in Anaheim B. Hartfield $19.50 $19.50 For This Victrolo outfit VICTROLA IV ... $15.00 SIX 10-INCH, 75c, DOUBLE FACED VICTOR RECORDS (12 SELECTIONS) ... 4.50 $19.50 THINK OF GETTING A GENUINE VICTROLA, AND VICTOR RECORDS OF YOUR ONY SELECTION, FOR SO LITTLE MONEY! DOESN'T IT MAKE YOU FEEL LIKE COMING IN AND GETTING THIS VICTROLA OUTFIT FOR YOUR HOME RIGHT NOW? WHY NOT DO IT? WE'RE GLAD TO DEMONSTRATE THIS OUTFIT TO YOU, AND OUR PLAN OF EASY TERMS WILL BE OF FURTHER INTEREST TO YOU. 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