anaheim-gazette 1917-03-15

CIVIC CENTER RECEIVES RENEWED IMPETUS BOARD OF TRADE FAVORS MAKING ANAHEIM CITY OF FIFTH CLASS—PHONE MERGER ENDORSED VALENCIA ORANGE SHOW GIVEN HEARTY APPROVAL—JIT-BUSSES SWATTED The board of trade held a very interesting meeting Monday night, a large number of citizens being present. Many subjects of local importance were discussed with enthusiasm, everyone having uppermost in his mind the advancement of Anaheim. A communication was received from Mrs. A. Dierksen in reference to the development of oil. The same was referred to the committee on trade and commerce. Mr. Gresswell reported receiving a basket of oranges from Wm. Stark andfection at a time in the summer when other fruits are out of the way it is contended that a fine exhibition could be had here. The Valencia show could be made an annual event, and many of the members present were enthusiastic with the idea of going ahead vigorously and arranging for an orange show that would be a world beater. Competent committees will be named who will give the show their immediate attention. The chautauqua campaign which is proposed to have convene in Anaheim the latter part of April, received hearty approval. Committees are energetically working for the meeting which it is said will be largely attended by people from all over the state. A resolution was unanimously adopted favoring the appointment of a committee of five to act in conjunction with the city trustees and work for the establishment of a civic center. The trustees are on record as favoring calling an election at which time the proposition will be again submitted to the people. On all sides it is admitted that this city should have a new municipal home, as the present city hall is a back number. Many strangers coming to this city are very favorably impressed with the advancement made in the downtown district by individual business men, who have erected a fine ULTIMATE BLE AREA LIMIT SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA PICTURED AS DEN SP JAMES R. H. WAGNER GELES MAKE'S FIRE AT LUNCH James R. H. Wagner Los Angeles Realty Bldg address before the luncheon Thursday no er was optimistic to th he said he detested worked word "psychow now is the time for in Southern California analysis of this wont really in its infancy ultimate development f Wagner during his fifth real estate business observer and believes teresting meeting Monday night, a large number of citizens being present. Many subjects of local importance were discussed with enthusiasm, everyone having uppermost in his mind the advancement of Anaheim. A communication was received from Mrs. A. Dierksen in reference to the development of oil. The same was referred to the committee on trade and commerce. Mr. Gresswell reported receiving a basket of oranges from Wm. Stark and a cluster of lemons from Fritz Ruhmann for the exhibit room. Receipt of same was duly acknowledged and thanks extended the gentlemen for the donations. Mr. Steward and Mr. Eygabroad made reports on the contemplated formation of a new river protection district. It was said that Garden Grove will not join the new district. The river protection committee met with the people of Yorba and a tentative proposition was agreed to whereby this city and the Yorba section would form a district, the same to embrace territory from the Yorba bridge to the Olive bridge, provided the latter secure a right of way for the proposed channel within their area. It is understood that the supervisors will favor the district as outlined and proceed to form the same. It was stated, however, by others that the supervisors would not form the district unless the lines embraced all the land abutting the west bank as far south as the Newbert line, in order that the troublesome gap south of the Olive bridge be included. It was stated that people of the Buena Park section and other property owners in the southwest section contemplate forming districts of their own to further prosecute protection work. The local committee is again to meet with the Yorba people and endeavor to form the district jointly, which at present seems upon a fair way of accomplishment. The committees are working in harmony and will bring the matter before the supervisors at the earliest possible moment. The merging of the two telephone companies here was discussed informally and it was the consensus of opinion that the elimination of one of the companies would be a wise move. By so doing perhaps a no-toll system covering the northern half of the county may be inaugurated. It was argued that such could be had by the payment of a small additional rate for each individual trustee is on record as favoring calling an election at which time the proposition will be again submitted to the people. On all sides it is admitted that this city should have a new municipal home, as the present city hall is a back number. Many strangers coming to this city are very favorably impressed with the advancement made in the downtown district by individual business men, who have erected a fine class of modern buildings, but stand amazed at the antiquated city hall, and wonder why the town does not provide more suitable quarters. A park conveniently situated would also be an improvement much desired and citizens generally have come to the conclusion that the city should have both. Should the citizens labor along harmonious lines it is admitted by keen observers that the new municipal improvements would become a reality. The making of Anaheim a city of the fifth class was discussed favorably by many, and the board of trade will use its best endeavors to accomplish that fact. Several of the speakers believed the interests of the city would be better subserved by advancement into the fifth class. The matter is to be given further attention at future meetings. H. M. Adams suggested that four large sign boards be erected at each of the main entrances into town announcing the industries already here. By showing the world what we already have in that line, it may be the means of attracting others. John Ruether complained of the road leading to the beef and provision company's plant. He said that his company and the sugar company had recently graded the road, but it had been badly cut up by city gravel teams. He wanted to know who would be the next one to fix up the road so it would be passable. The matter of operating jitbuses came in for censure, Gerald Simpson saying that the big cars hit up a speed of 35 miles an hour on Center street and their screaching whistles are very annoying. Should a person desire to use a telephone he must wait until the jitney passes out of sight before conversation can be had. The speaker asked that a remedy be sought, saying further that in other towns these conditions do not exist. The president and secretary were instructed to at once get in touch with address sent to luncheon Thursday morning was optimistic to think he said he detested worked word "psychology now is the time for me in Southern California analysis of this wonder really in its infancy ultimate development for Wagner during his fifth real estate business observer and believers been told. He likened iformnia to a bathtub faucet open and its out tub is bound to fill parison resembles that cause the available time in teh confines of our tains and the sea is gently filling with human will evolve a difficult We must strive to get of people, and it is say that every acres time will have to be built. The hilltops will fulfill for residences, for equitable climate is most. The speaker said he gable area of Southern is 1,000,000 acres. The which water can be territory is embraced of Santa Barbara county boundary. The is that lands now de-ral and agricultur ing to acquire a value most impossible to ac- acres of land which was given over to tha fruits in certain secti on into beautiful homes are coming to the S this their permanent location is found them the same is pric e what it m this class of people o speaker said instance Los Angeles, for inst i 000 has been paid land has no instrin- fy that amount beli it is worth that sum father might pay it for the same fact is undeniable less climate of South by far our most vali conditions, the spea- that people now he with. In New York dollars are paid for The merging of the two telephone companies here was discussed informally and it was the consensus of opinion that the elimination of one of the companies would be a wise move. By so doing perhaps a no-toll system covering the northern half of the county may be inaugurated. It was argued that such could be had by the payment of a small additional rate for each individual phone. As this must of necessity come before the railroad commission the matter was referred to the delegates to the associated chambers of commerce and have them endeavor to have the merger made a possibility. The unsightly scenery and the obnoxious odors arising from the conglomerate mass of junk and refuse now maintained at a spot just this side of Los Angeles, which passengers upon the Santa Fe railroad have been compelled to endure for lo these many years, came in again for severe condemnation. Why it is allowed remains a mystery. People passing there have to hold their noses, so vile has the stench become. It was said many people do not now travel upon this particular railway to and from Los Angeles just for this particular reason. It is to be hoped that something will be done to eradicate the nuisance. The holding of a Valencia orange show in Anaheim in June or July received hearty approval by all present, although it was stated that the Anaheim Citrus Growers association as an organization could not sanction the same. However, individual members would lend a helping hand. It is estimated that it would cost approximately $5000 to hold the orange carnival, and many speakers favored going ahead with the commendable project. Anaheim is the home of the Valencia orange and as that fruit reaches per- came in for censure, Gerald Simpson saying that the big cars hit up a speed of 35 miles an hour on Center street and their screaching whistles are very annoying. Should a person desire to use a telephone he must wait until the jitney passes out of sight before conversation can be had. The speaker asked that a remedy be sought, saying further that in other towns these conditions do not exist. The president and secretary were instructed to at once get in touch with Congressman Kettner, who is now showing a delegation of congressmen points of interest in Southern California and endeavor to have that gentleman come to Anaheim and vicinity. Our orange orchards are the finest in the country and it was argued that Mr. Kettner and colleagues would miss a rare treat should they neglect to come here. The local officials are using their best endeavors to have the congressmen include Anaheim in their itinerary and it is confidently expected that the distinguished gentlemen will do so. A movie film promoter addressed the board relative to taking space in a large moving picture that he was going to put on the eastern circuit for the next five years, reaching all told, five million people at least. His price was about $750. The promoter said in the beginning that the film had already been prepared, showing California from Siskiyou to the Mexican line. When pinned down by Prof. Prince, the promoter admitted that in order to get Anaheim scenes upon the canvas some other scene would necessarily have to be cut out. So it appeared that the great film was still in an embryo state, for how could it be otherwise, if new additions were to be constantly added. The proposition did not seem to stand the acid test, so it was referred to the committee on advertising, where no doubt it will slumber. Mr. Wagner said year large numbers and women pass through it would be well treated them with care. He advised that would especially while along their as convenient and amusement, such as and such adjuncts all well regulated can be of inestimable value leave lasting imprisons of tourists and Apropos, the speaker town in the upper mental recollection that it has about 25 highways in the state travelers generally speak said, of co analogous of Orange common rumor that system of paved high He was favorably sign, which he saw range county from being a picture of acting the inscription idea was a fine oneern California as our store, with customer ULTIMATE IRRIGABLE AREA HERE LIMITED SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA MENTALLY PICTURED AS BEING GARDEN SPOT JAMES R. H. WAGNER OF LOS ANGELES MAKES FINE ADDRESS AT LUNCHEON James R. H. Wagner, president of Los Angeles Realty Board, made a fine address before the business men's luncheon Thursday noon. The speaker was optimistic to the core, and while he said he detested the much overworked word "psychology," he allowed now is the time for every community in Southern California to make mental analysis of this wonderland, for it is really in its infancy so far as its ultimate development is concerned. Mr. Wagner during his fifteen years in the real estate business has been a keen observer and believes the half has not ing up and down the aisles, with no one but the real estaters showing them the goods. It would be well also for civic bodies to take a more active part in the outdoor salesroom, in that, the stranger within our gates would receive more distinguished consideration in a social way, and not be ever-ready to relieve him of his pocket book. To make the tourist feel more at home while here would produce results that are manifold. Mr. Wagner spoke forcefully of separating the good, from the unscrupulous, real estate agent, saying the latters are a constant menace. The honest agent should be encouraged and endorsed for he can do much good to any community. The speaker said the Realty Board of which he is president has ferretted out many bad schemers and have been instrumental in sending them to prison where they belong. Mr. Wagner said he knows all about Anaheim's fine orange orchards, and no smudge pots, for our reputation as being the frostless belt has spread far and wide. The point he laid stress upon throughout his splendid address was it is going to be a task to place a monetary value upon good land—devoted to the raising of Valencia oranges—in ten years from now, that now readily sell for from four thousand to seven thousand dollars per acre. Land is going to be so valuable here that a man NEW FIRE PUMPING UNIT TO BE INSTALLED CITY TRUSTEES AWARD CONTRACT FOR SAME TO BYRON JACKSON COMPANY D. DEGRYSE SECURES CONTRACT TO EXTEND SEWERAGE SYSTEM WEST The board of city trustees met in regular session Thursday night and awarded a contract to install a new fire pumping unit at the municipal plant besides letting a contract for the extension of the sewerage system, embracing the western sections of the city. There were present Mayor Schnider, Trustees Stark, Cook, Brunworth and Dwyer. City Attorney Ames was present. The finance committee reported auditing bills against the city in the amount of $4137.38, for which warrants were ordered drawn. The marshal reported collection of luncheon Thursday noon. The speaker was optimistic to the core, and while he said he detested the much overworked word "psychology," he allowed now is the time for every community in Southern California to make mental analysis of this wonderland, for it is really in its infancy so far as its ultimate development is concerned. Mr. Wagner during his fifteen years in the real estate business has been a keen observer and believes the half has not been told. He likened Southern California to a bathtub with the intake faucet open and its outlet stopped. The tub is bound to fill up, and the comparison resembles the Southland, because the available tillable land within teh confines of our range of mountains and the sea is gradually and surely filling with humanity, that in time will evolve a difficult problem to solve. We must strive to gain the best class of people, and it is not idle talk to say that every acre of land here in time will have to be made productive. The hilltops will furnish ideal sites for residences, for our glorious and equable climate is magnetic. The speaker said the ultimate irritable area of Southern California lands is 1,000,000 acres. That is, land upon which water can be run. That territory is embraced within the lines of Santa Barbara county to the Mexican boundary. The meaning of that is that lands now devoted to horticultural and agricultural pursuits is going to acquire a value that is now almost impossible to compute. Many acres of land which a few years ago was given over to the raising of citrus fruits in certain sections is being made into beautiful homes. Wealthy people are coming to the Southland to make this their permanent homes, and where a location is found that appeals to them the same is purchased, let the price be what it may. The cost to this class of people cuts no figure. The speaker said instances are recorded in Los Angeles, for instance, where $100,000 has been paid for a home. The land has no instrinsic value to justify that amount being paid for it, but it is worth that sum only because another might pay that price for it for the same purpose. The fact is undeniable that the matchless climate of Southern California is by far our most valuable asset. These conditions, the speaker said, are facts that people now here should conjure with. In New York City hundreds of dollars are paid for a square foot of Mr. Wagner said he knows all about Anaheim's fine orange orchards, and no smudge pots, for our reputation as being the frostless belt has spread far and wide. The point he laid stress upon throughout his splendid address was it going to be a task to place a monetary value upon good land—devoted to the raising of Valencia oranges—in ten years from now, that now readily sell for from four thousand to seven thousand dollars per acre. Land is going to be so valuable here that a man of moderate means will have difficulty in buying it. Mr. Wagner was introduced by Judge J. S. Howard in a few well chosen words, and he also announced that J. F. Ahlborn would be chairman of today's meeting. KNIGHTS OF PYTHIAS HOLD AN OPEN MEETING Friends Entertained With Interesting Program Wednesday Night Many friends of the Anaheim Knights of Pythias were entertained by that order Wednesday evening with a program of music, reading and impersonation. A short session of the lodge was held while the guests were gathering in the banquet hall, after which an interesting program was rendered. Mrs. Johnson of Arlington contributed to the entertainment with a couple of readings. Misses Lena, Antonia and Nellie Friend were on the program, Miss Lena singing a solo accompanied by her sisters, Miss Antonia on the violin and Miss Nellie on the piano. A violin solo by Prof. Charles Nitschke accompanied by Mrs. E. H. Adams, was one of the features of the musical part, while an impressionation by Jacob Witmer and readings by Burleigh and Frank Goodrich added to the amusement of the occasion. Jacob Witmer impersonated the Kaiser, and his disguise was so faithful that had his Imperial Majesty been present no doubt he would have ordered Witmer's head cut off instantly for attempting to r usarp his prerogatives. In addition to all this plenty of good things to eat was provided. The Knights of Pythias are hospitable entertainers. They promise other, open meetings in the near future and are certain to have many visitors. NOTABLE WOMEN SPEAK fire pumping unit at the municipal plant besides letting a contract for the extension of the sewerage system, embracing the western sections of the city. There were present Mayor Schnider, Trustees Stark, Cook, Brunworth and Dwyer. City Attorney Ames was present. The finance committee reported auditing bills against the city in the amount of $4137.38, for which warrants were ordered drawn. The marshal reported collection of $1135 for licenses. The rate collector reported the following collections: For light ... $2487.35 For water ... $1181.70 Total ... $3669.05 Delinquents collected: For light ... $133.05 For water ... $113.10 Penalties ... $13.95 Total ... $260.10 Delinquents reported: For light ... $177.75 For water ... $134.75 Total ... $312.50 The treasurer reported a balance of $36,108.42 in the general fund on February 7th. Reports of street superintendent, electrician and sewer inspector were received and filed. The city recorder reported fifteen cases tried in his court during the month, and fines collected in the amount of $20.00. The ordinance committee submitted Ordinance No. 315. The same provides for all sales of second-hand articles to be filed with the city marshal. The list includes firearms, bicycles, motorcycles, jewelry and all kinds of junk. Sales of walnuts are also included. The ordinance is aimed primarily at the activities of itinerant junk dealers, who are becoming numerous. Many thefts of articles in the past have been reported, and these traveling junk dealers have been more or less under suspicion. By requiring a list of all sales of these articles to be given the marshal, it is hoped a check can be put upon the dealings of these gentry. G.W.French of Los Angeles, representing Austin-Western Road Machinery company, addressed the board in reference to selling the city a newly patented street sweeper, which he claims is absolutely dustless. The cost of the sweeper is $450, and can be at 000 has been paid for a home. The land has no intrinsic value to justify that amount being paid for it, but it is worth that sum only because another might pay that price for it for the same purpose. The fact is undeniable that the matchless climate of Southern California is by far our most valuable asset. These conditions, the speaker said, are facts that people now here should conjure with. In New York City hundreds of dollars are paid for a square foot of land, and since this Southland is so constricted in area, it does not take the mind of a seer to estimate its value in the next few years to come. Mr. Wagner said every day in the year large numbers of wealthy men and women pass through this section and it would be well for communities to treat them with hospitable consideration. He advised that something that would especially appeal to them while along their line of travel, as convenient and attractive places of amusement, such as parks, rest rooms, and such adjuncts that are found in all well regulated communities, would be of inestimable value. These units leave lasting impressions upon the minds of tourists and are beneficial. Apropos, the speaker narrated, that a town in the upper valley receives constant mental recollection, by the fact that it has about 250 feet of the worst highway in the state, and autoists and travelers generally remember it. The speaker said, of course, this was not analogous of Orange county, for it is common rumor that we have the best system of paved highway in the state. He was favorably impressed by a neat sign, which he saw upon entering Orange county from the north, the same being a picture of a large orange bearing the inscription "Welcome." That idea was a fine one. He classed Southern California as one vast department store, with customers constantly pass- NOTABLE WOMEN SPEAK AT FREMONT SCHOOL Congress of Mothers and P.T. Association Holds Meeting The Fourth District Congress of Mothers and P.T. associations held a most important meeting in the Fremont school on last Saturday afternoon having as speakers three notable women, Mrs. M. P. Higgins, national vice-president Congress of Mothers, Mrs. Gallentine, president of the First District and Mrs. C. C. Noble, president of the Los Angeles Federation P.T. association. Mrs.Higgins took as her theme "The Child" and brought to her hearers a new vision of the importance each child bears to the home, school, church and state, and how important that everything possible be done to make it a good citizen. Mrs. Gallentine brought greetings from her district and told of the work in which they are engaged, Mrs. Noble told of the great work that is being carried on in the city schools among the very poor by penny lunches and day nurseries. Mrs. Higgins goes from here to Santa Barbara, then on to San Francisco, Salt Lake, Denver, and arriving in Washington, D.C. in time for the national congress of mothers that will be held April 24 to May 1 inclusive. Anaheim may consider that she was very fortunate in having such a noted woman to speak here. D. Degryse of this city was awarded contract to install the new sewer work for the western extension of that service. His price was $1125. Several other bids were received the Adama company being $1770 and the Chas. McAlvine Co. being $1183.93. Several bids were received for installing on a suitable concrete foundation, a complete fire pumping unit for the city, guaranteed to have a pressure of 125 pounds, and having a capacity of 1500 to 1750 gallons of water per minute. The contract was awarded to the Byron-Jackson company to furnish the pump with a Fairbanks motor, the price being $3485.00, net. Other bids were received, ranging as high as $4282. Time of delivery of the machinery was considered a paramount feature of the bids, the limit as specified in the several bids ranging from ninety days to nine months. A local freight auto truck operator, who has gone out of business, asked for a refund of $10 of the $20 paid in for yearly license. He desired the sum reported, and these traveling junk dealers have been more or less under suspicion. By requiring a list of all sales of these articles to be given the marshal, it is hoped a check can be put upon the dealings of these gentry. G. W. French of Los Angeles, representing the Austin-Western Road Machinery company, addressed the board in reference to selling the city a newly patented street sweeper, which he claims is absolutely dustless. The cost of the sweeper is $450, and can be attached to a motor truck, the latter costing $800. Mr. French said he would send the sweeper, which can also be horse-drawn, here for a demonstration. If it should prove unsatisfactory it could be returned without cost. The proposition was taken under advisement. D. Degryse of this city was awarded contract to install the new sewer work for the western extension of that service. His price was $1125. Several other bids were received the Adama company being $1770 and the Chas. McAlvine Co. being $1183.93. Several bids were received for installing on a suitable concrete foundation, a complete fire pumping unit for the city, guaranteed to have a pressure of 125 pounds, and having a capacity of 1500 to 1750 gallons of water per minute. The contract was awarded to the Byron-Jackson company to furnish the pump with a Fairbanks motor, the price being $3485.00, net. Other bids were received, ranging as high as $4282. Time of delivery of the machinery was considered a paramount feature of the bids, the limit as specified in the several bids ranging from ninety days to nine months. A local freight auto truck operator, who has gone out of business, asked for a refund of $10 of the $20 paid in for yearly license. He desired the sum reported, and these traveling junk dealers have been more or less under suspicion. By requiring a list of all sales of these articles to be given the marshal, it is hoped a check can be put upon the dealings of these gentry. G. W. French of Los Angeles, representing the Austin-Western Road Machinery company, addressed the board in reference to selling the city a newly patented street sweeper, which he claims is absolutely dustless. The cost of the sweeper is $450, and can be attached to a motor truck, the latter costing $800. Mr. French said he would send the sweeper, which can also be horse-drawn, here for a demonstration. If it should prove unsatisfactory it could be returned without cost. The proposition was taken under advisement. D. Degryse of this city was awarded contract to install the new sewer work for the western extension of that service. His price was $1125. Several other bids were received the Adama company being $1770 and the Chas. McAlvine Co. being $1183.93. Several bids were received for installing on a suitable concrete foundation, a complete fire pumping unit for the city, guaranteed to have a pressure of 125 pounds, and having a capacity of 1500 to 1750 gallons of water per minute. The contract was awarded to the Byron-Jackson company to furnish the pump with a Fairbanks motor, the price being $3485.00, net. Other bids were received, ranging as high as $4282. Time of delivery of the machinery was considered a paramount feature of the bids, the limit as specified in the several bids ranging from ninety days to nine months. A local freight auto truck operator, who has gone out of business, asked for a refund of $10 of the $20 paid in for yearly license. He desired the sum reported, and these traveling junk dealers have been more or less under suspicion. By requiring a list of all sales of these articles to be given the marshal, it is hoped a check can be put upon the dealings of these gentry. G. W. French of Los Angeles, representing the Austin-Western Road Machinery company, addressed the board in reference to selling the city a newly patented street sweeper, which he claims is absolutely dustless. The cost of the sweeper is $450, and can be attached to a motor truck, the latter costing $800. Mr. French said he would send the sweeper, which can also be horse-drawn, here for a demonstration. If it should prove unsatisfactory it could be returned without cost. The proposition was taken under advisement. D. Degryse of this city was awarded contract to install the new sewer work for the western extension of that service. His price was $1125. Several other bids were received the Adama company being $1770 and the Chas. McAlvine Co. being $1183.93. Several bids were received for installing on a suitable concrete foundation, a complete fire pumping unit for the city, guaranteed to have a pressure of 125 pounds, and having a capacity of 1500 to 1750 gallons of water per minute. The contract was awarded to the Byron-Jackson company to furnish the pump with a Fairbanks motor, the price being $3485.00, net. Other bids were received, ranging as high as $4282. Time of delivery of the machinery was considered a paramount feature of the bids, the limit as specified in the several bids ranging from ninety days to nine months. A local freight auto truck operator, who has gone out of business, asked for a refund of $10 of the $20 paid in for yearly license. He desired the sum reported, and these traveling junk dealers have been more or less under suspicion. By requiring a list of all sales of these articles to be given the marshal, it is hoped a check can be put upon the dealings of these gentry. G. W. French of Los Angeles, representing the Austin-Western Road Machinery company, addressed the board in reference to selling the city a newly patented street sweeper, which he claims is absolutely dustless.The cost of the sweeper is $450,and can be attached to a motor truck,the latter costing$800.Mr.French said he would sendthe sweeperwhich can alsobehorse-drawn,hereforademotionIfitshouldproveunsatisfactoryitcouldbereturnedwithoutcost.Thepropositionwastakenunderadvisement. D.Degryseofthiscitywasawardedcontracttoinstallthenewsewerworkforthewesternextensionofthatservice.Hispricewas$1125.SeveralotherbidswerereceivedtheAdamacompanybeing$1770andtheChas.McAlvineCo.being$1183.93. Severalbiddsweresreceivedforinstallingonasuitconcretefoundation,acompletefirepumpingunitforthecity,gauaranteedtohaveapressureof125pounds,andhavingacapacityof1500to1750gallonsoftwaterperminute. ThecontractwasawardedtotheByron-Jacksoncompanytow furnishthepumpwithaFairbanksmotor,thepricebeing$3485.00.net.Otherbiddsweresreceived,rangingashighas$4282. Timeofdeliveryofthemachinerywasconsidered帕amountfeatureofthebidds,thelimitasspecifiedintheseveralbiddsranglingfromninetydaystoninemonths. Alocalfreightautotruckoperator，whohasgoneoutofbusiness，askedfora refundof$10ofthe$20paidinforyearlylicense.Hedesiredthesumreported,andthereweselreadywouldcatchthemwitharmysupportpartieswavearchasealwaysItwasattractaeventatawayoayebayingoncertainrunthethatthemethereviewthemillstatestheyseenacausewhichisandthatisplainlenghtlandsalsoyouthookthemotheroftheEnglandandthemouth.theComwhere,ihecrowpassossesswrites PUMP-TO BE LED WARD CON-TO BYRON PANY S CONTRACT BRAGE SYS-T ustees met in day night and install a new municipal contract for average system, sections of the present Mayor, Cook, Brun-Antorney Ames reported audited city in the city which war-town. he computed as unused as a license. As the ordinance provides for no such procedure in such cases the trustees denied the request. Mrs. Perdomo was granted a permit to erect a dwelling on North Philadelphia street, at a cost of $1000. Fritz Ruhmann and Henry Hussman were each granted permission to erect $100 corrugated iron garages up-up their premises. Engineer Steward submitted a report upon the number of open vaults within the restricted area, placing the number at 130. Several were declared to be nuisances of the worst kind. In three instances Mr. Steward said he found no closets upon the occupied premises either inside or out, and was stumped as to the disposition of the offal. It was ordered that the health officer notify all to make sewer connections within thirty days. Where the same has not been done final notices will be sent requiring the work to be done. A refusal to comply with the city's request will constitute a misdemeanor. A gentleman who manages a merry-go-round and other concessions addressed the board for a reduction in the licenses therefor. The licenses for the combined shows would total about $40 per day. The city denied his request. The gentleman suggested that should the city desire his pres- ENJOYABLE TIME AT A SOCIAL BARBECUE FATTED CALF SLAUGHTERED AND DISTRIBUTED AMONG FIFTY GUESTS E. R. WERDIN PROVES TO BE THE CHAMPION SHORT STORY TELLER OF OCCASION An overgrown fatted calf was responsible for a barbecue and an extremely enjoyable social time participated in by fifty persons at Columbia Gardens Thursday afternoon. The calf belonged to Frank Wick. It was a splendid specimen of the Short Horn variety. It early developed an abnormal appetite, and during the last week of its life consumed seven gallons of milk per day, and asked of more. Frank decided that it would be more economical to sell the animal and save the feed bill, consequently he contracted with a local meat market to purchase the carcass, after he had the municipal contract for leverage system, sections of the present Mayor Bark, Cook, BrunAttorney Ames reported audited city in the order which warwn. A collection of reported the fol- $2487.35 1181.70 $3669.05 $133.05 113.10 13.95 $260.10 $177.75 $134.75 $312.50 tated a balance general fund on superintendent, inspector were reported fifteen hurt during the selected in the letter submitted the same provides hand articles to marshal. The bicycles, motor-kinds of junk, also included. The primarily at the junk dealers, numerous. Many past have been traveling junk or less undergone a list of all to be given the check can be put these gentry. Los Angeles, repestern Road Masseed the board of the city a new keeper, which he hastless. The cost, and can be at- The raccoon is something of a curiosity in this region, and the one J. Kneip has chained in the window of his grocery store in the Masonic Temple is attracting much attention, especially among the young natives who never before saw one. Mr. Kneip brought this animal from Illinois, having raised him from an infant. The coon is a game animal back in the eastern states, and all elderly immigrants from the middle west have had experience in hunting him. He is valuable because his pelt is worth a couple of dollars, and because, among certain people the flesh is considered a great delicacy. One thing that gave zest to coon hunting was the fact that it could only be done at night. The coon hibernates during the daytime and lies forth on his foraging expeditions after dark. Armed with axes, guns, a bundle of torches made of hickory bark, and accompanied by a couple of hounds, parties would go into the wilderness in search of the festive animal. Success always depended upon the dogs. It was an off night if they failed to strike a fresh trail within ten minutes. Soon the woods would ring with the baying of the hounds and after a short run the charged note would announce that the quarry was treed. The only way to get him then was to cut the same has not been done that notice will be sent requiring the work to be done. A refusal to comply with the city's request will constitute a misdemeanor. A gentleman who manages a merry-go-round and other concessions addressed the board for a reduction in the licenses therefor. The licenses for the combined shows would total about $40 per day. The city denied his request. The gentleman suggested that should the city desire his presence they could charge a license for one or two of the concessions and "overlook" the others. The trustees informed the impresario that they were not in that kind of business, and he departed. He is now headed for Arizona. A communication was received from the Edison company, containing a check for $2,235.75, that being a refund to the city made in the lighting rate KNEIP'S PET COON ATTRACTING ATTENTION Animal Brought From His Native Wilds on Exhibition The raccoon is something of a curiosity in this region, and the one J. Kneip has chained in the window of his grocery store in the Masonic Temple is attracting much attention, especially among the young natives who never before saw one. Mr. Kneip brought this animal from Illinois, having raised him from an infant. The coon is a game animal back in the eastern states, and all elderly immigrants from the middle west have had experience in hunting him. He is valuable because his pelt is worth a couple of dollars, and because, among certain people the flesh is considered a great delicacy. One thing that gave zest to coon hunting was the fact that it could only be done at night. The coon hibernates during the daytime and lies forth on his foraging expeditions after dark. Armed with axes, guns, a bundle of torches made of hickory bark, and accompanied by a couple of hounds, parties would go into the wilderness in search of the festive animal. Success always depended upon the dogs. It was an off night if they failed to strike a fresh trail within ten minutes. Soon the woods would ring with the baying of the hounds and after a short run the charged note would announce that the quarry was treed. The only way to get him then was to cut the same has not been done that notice will be sent requiring the work to be done. A refusal to comply with the city's request will constitute a misdemeanor. A gentleman who manages a merry-go-round and other concessions addressed the board for a reduction in the licenses therefor. The licenses for the combined shows would total about $40 per day. The city denied his request. The gentleman suggested that should the city desire his presence they could charge a license for one or two of the concessions and "overlook" the others. The trustees informed the impresario that they were not in that kind of business, and he departed. He is now headed for Arizona. A communication was received from the Edison company, containing a check for $2,235.75, that being a refund to the city made in the lighting rate The raccoon is something of a curiosity in this region, and the one J. Kneip has chained in the window of his grocery store in the Masonic Temple is attracting much attention, especially among the young natives who never before saw one. Mr. Kneip brought this animal from Illinois, having raised him from an infant. The coon is a game animal back in the eastern states, and all elderly immigrants from the middle west have had experience in hunting him. He is valuable because his pelt is worth a couple of dollars, and because, among certain people the flesh is considered a great delicacy. One thing that gave zest to coon hunting was the fact that it could only be done at night. The coon hibernates during the daytime and lies forth on his foraging expeditions after dark. Armed with axes, guns, a bundle of torches made of hickory bark, and accompanied by a couple of hounds, parties would go into the wilderness in search of the festive animal. Success always depended upon the dogs. It was an off night if they failed to strike a fresh trail within ten minutes. Soon the woods would ring with the baying of the hounds and after a short run the charged note would announce that the quarry was treed. The only way to get him then was to cut the same has not been done that notice will be sent requiring the work to be done. A refusal to comply with the city's request will constitute a misdemeanor. A gentleman who manages a merry-go-round and other concessions addressed the board for a reduction in the licenses therefor. The licenses for the combined shows would total about $40 per day. The city denied his request. The gentleman suggested that should the city desire his presence they could charge a license for one or two of the concessions and "overlook" the others. The trustees informed the impresario that they were not in that kind of business, and he departed. He is now headed for Arizona. A communication was received from the Edison company, containing a check for $2,235.75, that being a refund to the city made in the lighting rate The raccoon is something of a curiosity in this region, and the one J. Kneip has chained in the window of his grocery store in the Masonic Temple is attracting much attention, especially among the young natives who never before saw one. Mr. Kneip brought this animal from Illinois, having raised him from an infant. The coon is a game animal back in the eastern states, and all elderly immigrants from the middle west have had experience in hunting him. He is valuable because his pelt is worth a couple of dollars, and because, among certain people the flesh is considered a great delicacy. One thing that gave zest to coon hunting was the fact that it could only be done at night. The coon hibernates during the daytime and lies forth on his foraging expeditions after dark. Armed with axes, guns, a bundle of torches made of hickory bark, and accompanied by a couple of hounds, parties would go into the wilderness in search of the festive animal. Success always depended upon the dogs. It was an off night if they failed to strike a fresh trail within ten minutes. Soon the woods would ring with the baying of the hounds and after a short run the charged note would announce that the quarry was treed. The only way to get him then was to cut the same has not been done that notice will be sent requiring the work to be done. A refusal to comply with the city's request will constitute a misdemeanor. A gentleman who manages a merry-go-round and other concessions addressed the board for a reduction in the licenses therefor. The licenses for the combined shows would total about $40 per day. The city denied his request. The gentleman suggested that should the city desire his presence they could charge a license for one or two of the concessions and "overlook" the others. The trustees informed the impresario that they were not in that kind of business, and he departed. He is now headed for Arizona. A communication was received from the Edison company, containing a check for $2,235.75, that being a refund to the city made in the lighting rate The raccoon is something of a curiosity in this region, and the one J. Kneip has chained in the window of his grocery store in the Masonic Temple is attracting much attention, especially among the young natives who never before saw one. Mr. Kneip brought this animal from Illinois, having raised him from an infant. The coon is a game animal back in the eastern states, and all elderly immigrants from the middle west have had experience in hunting him. He is valuable because his pelt is worth a couple of dollars, and because, among certain people the flesh is considered a great delicacy. One thing that gave zest to coon hunting was the fact that it could only be done at night. The coon hibernates during the daytime and lies forth on his foraging expeditions after dark. Armed with axes, guns, a bundle of torches made of hickory bark, and accompanied by a couple of hounds, parties would go into the wilderness in search of the festive animal. Success always depended upon the dogs. It was an off night if they failed to strike a fresh trail within ten minutes. Soon the woods would ring with the baying of the hounds and after a short run the charged note would announce that the quarry was treed. The only way to get him then was to cut the same has not been done that notice will be sent requiring the work to be done. A refusal to comply with the city's request will constitute a misdemeanor. A gentleman who manages a merry-go-round and other concessions addressed the board for a reduction in the licenses therefor. The licenses for the combined shows would total about $40 per day. The city denied his request. The gentleman suggested that shouldthe city desire his presence they could charge a license for one or two ofthe concessions and "overlook"the others.The trustees informedthe impresariothattheywerenotinthatkindofbusiness,andhedeparted.Hewasnowprogram,nomusic,nospeaking,butheach guestwasexpectedtoentertainthecompanywitha storyortwo.Astaste tellerMr.Werdincarriedoffthelaurelwreath.Evidentlyhehadbeencrummlingfortheoccasion.Hewka lotofstoriesthathaveneverappearedinanalmanac,andherelatedtheminhisownimitablestyle Theywereallproperanddecorous.ofcourse,andcouldberepeatedinadrawingroom. The statement published in a local paper that this wasthe annual barbecueoftheOrangeCountyWinecompanywasanerror,andhascausedthat Armed with axes, guns, a bundle of torches made of hickory bark, and accompanied by a couple of hounds, parties would go into the wilderness in search of the festive animal. Success always depended upon the dogs. It was an off night if they failed to strike a fresh trail within ten minutes. Soon the woods would ring with the baying of the hounds and after a short run the charged note would announce that the quarry was treed. The only way to get him then, was to cut the tree, and many a noble monarch of the forest has fallen because a raccoon took shelter in its branches. SEES SHELLS FLYING ON FRENCH BATTLEFIELDS Course of War Plainly Discernable Across English Cannel From her home at Dover, England, watching shells exploding on the battlefields of France, is the experience of a sister of Mrs. M. B. Nield as related by Mr. Nield of San Bernardino who was attending the Knights of Pythias entertainment in this city Wednesday evening. The young lady is a nurse in the military hospital at Dover, and states that the bursting shells can be seen across the English Channel, which is 21 miles wide at that point, and that the roar of the great guns is plainly heard. Mrs. Nield is also in England and near the center of England's activities on the sea. For a year past she has been visiting her mother at Hastings. This town is on the English channel, between Dover and the great naval base at Portsmouth. It is the point where William the Conqueror landed in 1066, and where, in a decisive battle he wrenched the crown from King Harold and took possession of England. Mrs. Nield writes that she is pining for peaceful or two. As a story teller Mr. Werdin carried off the laurel wreath. Evidently he had been cramming for the occasion. He knew a lot of stories that have never appeared in an almanac, and he related them in his own imimitable style. They were all proper and decorous, of course, and could be repeated in a drawing room. The statement published in a local paper that this was the annual barbecue of the Orange County Wine company was an error, and has caused that company considerable trouble. Wires were kept hot Friday by indignant friends enquiring why they had been eliminated from participation in this annual festival. Friday Sheriff C. E. Jackson and his wife started on a two-weeks visit in Texas. They will visit Ft. Worth, Denton, where the sheriff formerly lived, San Antonio, Waco and Dallas. This will be Mrs. Jackson's first trip out of California, in which state she was born. America and Sunny California and one of these days she will brave the dangers of the sea and take ship for the United States. Mr. Nield was formerly a resident of Anaheim and makes occasional visits here. Eighteen of his relatives entered the war to fight for Great Britain, and he has already received notice of the death of seven of them on the battlefield. Another had both legs shot off. He is engaged in the advertising business in the towns of San Bernardino county. His last previous visit here was to attend the Knights of Pythias barbecue in November, 1915. He states that Anaheim has been making such rapid improvements during the past few years that he has difficulty in recognizing it.