anaheim-gazette 1917-06-21

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 WHO IS PULLING THE STRING? Doesn't it seem strange to you, citizens of Anaheim, that the man who is shouting the loudest for a recall of the city trustees is not a taxpayer nor a voter here? He sets himself up to attack the characters of men long resident here, and large taxpayers in the community, whereas he owns not a dollar of property here, has not a vote in this city, and his shirt tail is not yet warm in the community. Who is pulling the string? THAT ABSURD RECALL PALAVER Sixty-five citizens of Anameib assembled at amass meeting Friday evening for the purpose of considering the announced determination of the trustees to use the surplus money in the treasury in the construction of a new city hall. Speeches for and against the proposition were made, but the opponents were in the majority and a committee was appointed to meet with the board and file a protest. Nobody denies the right of citizens to meet and discuss public affairs, to advise officials or protest against their actions, but there has been some rabid talk of late to the effect that recall proceedings would be instituted if the board persisted in its proposal to build a city hall at this time. Every scriptures $350,000 Belgium. If there is protection and protection people in France provide generously that we may show of our everlasting reputation of our sister republic. The West, from the Pacific, has sum greater than asked of it by the civil. Every state has appeal, and many lighted the Western fering to increase tioned them. California leads 400. Teras is new Kansas follows will big states have each—Washington, homa and Nebraska will be raised by Nkota together. Invitation of three big c count. And Mi ception of two citie Oregon has set Idaho guarantees is down for $300,000 Utah will leach ra million. New Me have promised $250 Nevada and Wyoming good for $100,000 c The total is $1 million more than to give. MANY NOTABLE PLUS Seven notable n cast of characters Decision," the five feature photodram Frances Nelson, w at the Mason theater 21. June Mathis Speeches for and against the proposition were made, but the opponents were in the majority and a committee was appointed to meet with the board and file a protest. Nobody denies the right of citizens to meet and discuss public affairs, to advise officials or protest against their actions, but there has been some rabid talk of late to the effect that recall proceedings would be instituted if the board persisted in its proposal to build a city hall at this time. Every citizen of Anaheim has a perfect right to express his opinion, but the man who is giving voice to the recall slush is not even a citizen of Anaheim, he is not a taxpayer, and he has no material interest in the matter whatever. One of the speakers at the meeting Friday night asserted that with the expenditure of a few hundred dollars the present municipal building could be patched up and would serve its purpose for a few years longer, or until the people of Anaheim consented to bond themselves for a civic center. Perhaps it is not generally known that this building stands condemned. In another column of this paper will be found a report of a committee filed sixteen months ago, declaring that the building is unsafe, that it was faultily constructed, that it is disintegrating, and that the brick buildings on either side are acting as props to hold it together. This committee, composed of three trustees, two architects, one contractor and the city engineer, made a thorough examination, and gave a conscientious report of their findings. Aside from the fact that it is criminal to compel the city's officials to conduct business in a building that was officially declared unsafe nearly a year and a half ago, the present city hall is a disgrace to the city of Anaheim and a foll to the business buildings that have been erected within the past three years. Moreover it is inconvenient. It is unjust to force people who transact business with the city clerk and the rate collector to climb a steep and rickity stairway. It is immaterial to the Gazette where the new city hall is located. It may be built on the present site, it may be built on the library block where the civic center advocates want it, or it may be built wherever the trustees designate. What we ask is that it be built now while the money is in sight without resorting to a bond issue. If we wait until the people vote a heavy issue of bonds for a civic center we will probably wait until the present Anaheim is $0000, while Orange county will contribute $60,000. The first move was made in Anaheim Monday night at the Mason theatre. The house had been given free to the society by the managers, Messrs Abbey & Collings. Dr. Horace Porter of Riverside was announced to speak, but for some reason he failed to appear. Short talks were made by F. C. Krause, president of the Red Cross and Postmaster Ahlborn. The managers also threw an excellent picture on the screen, so the large audience was amply entertained. The workers in the society are now making a thorough canvass in an effort to raise Anaheim's quota, and it is the duty of everybody to pungle up. Those who cannot go to the front and fight can contribute toward making amry life more comfortable for the boys who do. People must also contribute money to help take care of those left behind. Henry M. Adams field manager of the local finance committee, who is active in the efforts to raise a $100,000,000 war fund, and who is exhorting Anaheim to contribute her share, said that during the war the Red Cross would have to be a foster parent not only to the soldiers in France, but to those they leave behind them. "Iimmediately our soldiers go into camp, their dependent families will become a problem. Obviously, in a country the size of our own, the proper and practical way to distribute both the burdens and the benefits fairly and uniformly will be through the government itself. This is especially fitting when voluntary contributions must meet such enormous requirements in other fields. There will undoubtedly arise a large number of special cases requiring additional or unusual assistance. Such assistance should be made systematic largely through local chapters of the Red Cross." "When our men go to France, we must not only prepare to take care of them when sick or wounded; another very serious problem will confront them and will confront us in our care and forethought on their behalf. Englishmen and Frenchmen, when from time to time, they are relieved from their grim duties in the trenches, go home. The soldiers from other countries on the firing line cannot go home; there is no home to go to. Our American soldiers must have a home in France, somewhere to rest, somewhere to find a friendly atmosphere, somewhere to go for recreation and Anaheim is $0000, while Orange county will contribut$60,000. The first move was made in Anaheim Monday night at the Mason theatre. The house had been given free to the society by the managers, Messrs Abbey & Collings. Dr. Horace Porter of Riverside was announced to speak, but for some reason he failed to appear. Short talks were made by F. C. Krause, president of the Red Cross and Postmaster Ahlborn. The managers also threw an excellent picture on the screen, so the large audience was amply entertained. The workers in the society are now making a thorough canvass in an effort to raise Anaheim's quota, and it is the duty of everybody to pungle up. Those who cannot go to the front and fight can contribute toward making amry life more comfortable for the boys who do. People must also contribute money to help take care of those left behind. Henry M. Adams field manager of the local finance committee, who is active in the efforts to raise a $100,000,000 war fund, and who is exhorting Anaheim to contribute her share, said that during the war the Red Cross would have to be a foster parent not only to the soldiers in France, but to those they leave behind them. "Iimmediately our soldiers go into camp, their dependent families will become a problem. Obviously, in a country the size of our own, the proper and practical way to distribute both the burdens and the benefits fairly and uniformly will be through the government itself. This is especially fitting when voluntary contributions must meet such enormous requirements in other fields. There will undoubtedly arise a large number of special cases requiring additional or unusual assistance. Such assistance should be made systematic largely through local chapters of the Red Cross." "When our men go to France, we must not only prepare to take care of them when sick or wounded; another very serious problem will confront them and will confront us in our care and forethought on their behalf. Englishmen and Frenchmen, when from time to time, they are relieved from their grim duties in the trenches, go home. The soldiers from other countries on the firing line cannot go home; there is no home to go to. Our American soldiers must have a home in France, somewhere to rest, somewhere to find a friendly atmosphere, somewhere to go for recreation and Anaheim is $0000, while Orange county will contribut$60,000. The first move was made in Anaheim Monday night at the Mason theatre. The house had been given free to the society by the managers, Messrs Abbey & Collings. Dr. Horace Porter of Riverside was announced to speak, but for some reason he failed to appear. Short talks were made by F. C. Krause, president of the Red Cross and Postmaster Ahlborn. The managers also threw an excellent picture on the screen, so the large audience was amply entertained. The workers in the society are now making a thorough canvass in an effort to raise Anaheim's quota, and it is the duty of everybody to pungle up. Those who cannot go to the front and fight can contribute toward making amry life more comfortable for the boys who do. People must also contribute money to help take care of those left behind. Henry M. Adams field manager of the local finance committee, who is active in the efforts to raise a $100,000,000 war fund, and who is exhorting Anaheim to contribute her share, said that during the war the Red Cross would have to be a foster parent not only to the soldiers in France, but to those they leave behind them. "Iimmediately our soldiers go into camp, their dependent families will become a problem. Obviously, in a country the size of our own, the proper and practical way to distribute both the burdens and the benefits fairly and uniformly will be through the government itself. This is especially fitting when voluntary contributions must meet such enormous requirements in other fields. There will undoubtedly arise a large number of special cases requiring additional or unusual assistance. Such assistance should be made systematic largely through local chapters of the Red Cross." "When our men go to France, we must not only prepare to take care of them when sick or wounded; another very serious problem will confront them and will confront us in our care and forethought on their behalf. Englishmen and Frenchmen, when from time to time, they are relieved from their grim duties in the trenches, go home. The soldiers from other countries on the firing line cannot go home; there is no home to go to. Our American soldiers must have a home in France, somewhere to rest, somewhere to find a friendly atmosphere, somewhere to go for recreation and Anaheim is $0000, while Orange county will contribut$60,000. The first move was made in Anaheim Monday night at the Mason theatre. The house had been given free to the society by the managers, Messrs Abbey & Collings. Dr. Horace Porter of Riverside was announced to speak, but for some reason he failed to appear. Short talks were made by F. C. Krause, president of the Red Cross and Postmaster Ahlborn. The managers also threw an excellent picture on the screen, so the large audience was amply entertained. The workers in the society are now making a thorough canvass in an effort to raise Anaheim's quota, and it is the duty of everybody to pungle up. Those who cannot go to the front and fight can contribute toward making amry life more comfortable for the boys who do. People must also contribute money to help take care of those left behind. Henry M. Adams field manager of the local finance committee, who is active in the efforts to raise a $100,000,000 war fund, and who is exhorting Anaheim to contribute her share, said that during the war the Red Cross would have to be a foster parent not only to the soldiers in France, but to those they leave behind them. "Iimmediately our soldiers go into camp, their dependent families will become a problem. Obviously, in a country the size of our own, the proper and practical way to distribute both the burdens and the benefits fairly and uniformly will be through the government itself. This is especially fitting when voluntary contributions must meet such enormous requirements in other fields. There will undoubtedly arise a large number of special cases requiring additional or unusual assistance. Such assistance should be made systematic largely through local chapters of the Red Cross." climb a steep and rickly stairway. It is immaterial to the Gazette where the new city hall is located. It may be built on the present site, it may be built on the library block where the civic center advocates want it, or it may be built wherever the trustees designate. What we ask is that it be built now while the money is in sight without resorting to a bond issue. If we wait until the people vote a heavy issue of bonds for a civic center we will probably wait until the present building is a ruin. The talk of a recall is ridiculous palaver. Everyone acknowledges that Anaheim's greatest need at present is a new city hall, and the trustees are in a position to build it without an extra dollar of taxation. A city park is needed, but it can come later. AMERICANIZING FOREIGNERS In view of the fact that the war situation has emphasized the necessity for Americanizing California's large immigrant population, the state immigration commission is urging upon cities the advisability of including some sort of Americanization program in their 4th of July exercises. Approximately 25 per cent of the men registered under the military draft law on June 5th in California are of foreign birth, and the commission therefore urges the necessity of imbuing all aliens with a spirit of loyalty and true Americanism. In some cities the percentage of foreign birth is even greater. The latest census figures show that 52 per cent of the people of military age (18 to 45) in California, are of foreign birth or foreign parentage. Lemon trees in this section are looking exceptionally well and promise a large crop this season. The needs of France cannot but stir the heart of every American. Tuberculosis has become prevalent as a result of this trench warfare. And the disease is spreading. Here is a call not only to aid the brave and liberty loving French people, but also to help make this afflicted country healthy for our own sons and brothers who are soon to be there in such great numbers. "Some 1500 towns and villages have been destroyed in France. In her devastated regions, men, women and children are homeless and suffering for the barest necessities of life. We ought at the earliest moment to provide these people with the simplest essentials to begin life anew. They need clothing, agricultural implements, domestic animals, especially horses and cows, seeds, fertilizers, tools, bedding, stoves and the elementary materials with which to cover themselves by day and night. Some idea can be formed of the amount involved in such an undertaking with the knowledge that Mr. Hoover, through his magnificent organization, has advanced for governments and from private sub-very serious problem will confront them and will confront us in our care and forethought on their behalf. Englishmen and Frenchmen, when from time to time, they are relieved from their grim duties in the trenches, go home. The soldiers from other countries on the firing line cannot go home; there is no home to go to. Our American soldiers must have a home in France, somewhere to rest, somewhere to find a friendly atmosphere, somewhere to go for recreation and wholesome amusement. The Red Cross must—and it alone can—become a real foster parent of our soldiers while they are in Europe. To perform that function well, will require a large sum of money. "The needs of France cannot but stir the heart of every American. Tuberculosis has become prevalent as a result of this trench warfare. And the disease is spreading. Here is a call not only to aid the brave and liberty loving French people, but also to help make this afflicted country healthy for our own sons and brothers who are soon to be there in such great numbers." "The above interests of the high point America as told by respondent to the try. To the unfit South America known product. Of this city nature is a commonplace obtained, inexpenisibly by all consumers." The fuel situation where rich natives by the Southern pany is little so comparison with prices paid for gas. The service, quality... Anaheim Gazette scriptions $350,000,000 for relief in Belgium. If there were no thought of protection and provision for our own people in France, can we hesitate to provide generously from our plenty that we may show some appreciation of our everlasting debt to the people of our sister republic? The West, from the Mississippi to the Pacific, has promised to raise a sum greater than the fifteen million asked of it by the Red Cross war council. Every state has responded to the appeal, and many of them have delighted the Western committee by offering to increase the amounts apportioned them. California leads the list with $3,250,-900. Teras is next with $2,500,000. Kansas follows with $1,600,000. Four big states have promised a million each—Washington, Colorado, Oklahoma and Nebraska. Another million will be raised by North and South Dakota together. Iowa, with the exception of three big cities, will raise half a million. And Missouri, with the exception of two cities, will do the same. Oregon has set the mark at 1700,000. Idaho guarantees $400,000. Montana is down for $300,000. Arizona and Utah will leach raise a quarter of a million. New Mexico and Argansas have promised $200,000 apiece, and Nevada and Wyoming say they are good for $100,000 each. The total is $15,850,000—nearly a million more than the west was asked to give. MANY NOTABLES IN NEW NELSON PLAY Seven notable names appear in the cast of characters of "The Power of Decision," the five part Metro-Rolfe feature photodrama starring beautiful Frances Nelson, which will be seen at the Mason theatre Thursday, June 21. June Mathis adapted this power- MASON THEATRE The Road TO HAPPINESS DESPAIR FOR A WOMAN SEE FRANCES NELSON IN "The Power of Decision" ALSO MR. AND MRS. SIDNEY DREW IN "A PERFECT HUSBAND" THURSDAY, JUNE 21 COMING SATURDAY, CHARLEY CHAPLIN, MARY PICKFORD, AND HEARST-PATHE NEWS SERVICE 2 SHOWS NIGHTLY, 7:15-8:45 ALWAYS 5c and 10c MATINEE SATURDAY AND SUNDAY AT 2:30 Dr. J. M. Hurlew and Dr. Frank E. Winter of Santa Ana left Thursday for Fort Riley, Kansas, to report for active duty, as members of the government reserve medical corps. Owing to a lame arm, the result of an automobile accident, Dr. Winter does not know positively that he will be accepted until he gets to headquarters. A new brand of thieving has come into the category of crime, and "slackers" are the originators. Upon evidence furnished by Lawrence Albert Miller, Los Angeles police are not only on the look out for "slackers" but for the man who "slacked" and robbed the fellow who didn't of his registration card. Your Hot Bath MANY NOTABLES IN NEW NELSON PLAY Seven notable names appear in the cast of characters of "The Power of Decision," the five part Metro-Rolfe feature photodrama starring beautiful Frances Nelson, which will be seen at the Mason theatre Thursday, June 21. June Mathis adapted this powerful screen play from the story by Geo. W. Gunn, and the production was directed by John W. Noble. Prominent in Miss Nelson's support is Sally Crute, a favorite screen player, who has already been seen on the Metro program in "A Wife by Proxy" with Mabel Taliaferro. Miss Crute formerly appeared with the Essanay, Solax and Edison companies, among her important productions being "The Light of Dusk." "The Song of Solomon," "The Magic Skin" and "The Match Makers." On the dramatic stage she appeared with Douglas Fairbanks in "Officer 666." Miss Crute is a southern girl. Richard Tucker has been seen in "Threads of Fate," with the Metro star, Viola Dana. He has worked for the Vitagraph and Edison companies, notably in "Where Love Is King," and "The Cossack Whip," and on the speaking stage supporting such stars as Nat Goodwin, Mrs. Fiske, Otis Skinner and Bertha Kalich. John Davidson has been seen in many Metro wonderplays. He played Paris in "Romeo and Juliet" with Francis X. Bushman and Beverly Eayne, and has appeared in "The Brand of Cowardice," "The Wall Between" and "A Million a Minute." Fuller Mellish, who plays an old artist in "The Power of Decision," is a distinguished figure of the speaking stage, having been in the support of numerous great stars. Mary Asquith and Hugh Jeffery are other important names in this Metro wonderplay. ARGENTINE GAS COMES HIGH BUENOS AIRES, June 20—A North American resident of Buenos Aires received his monthly gas bill the other day. His home is lighted electrically. He uses gas only to cook. His domestic establishment is very modest. In his kitchen is a 2-burner stove. There is no other means gas can be consumed in his home unless it leaks. Your Hot Bath Is Ready When You Are REMEMBER the times the tank was cold? Remember the times you had to wait for kettles to heat—when you wanted a bath in a hurry? Humphrey Hot Water Service stops all this. There's no waiting—no uncertainty! You Merely Turn the Faucet! Whether it's daytime or nighttime, or afternoon or in the wee small hours of the morning, fresh water is heated automatically—instantly—and comes steaming from the faucet. It never fails! And the cost? Only 1-10 cent a gallon—for endless quantities. Demonstrations Every Day Step in our store and witness this modern miracle. Learn how reasonably you can have Humphrey Hot Water Service—all year round. CALL AT THE GAS OFFICE ANY TIME AND SEE A DEMONSTRATION Humphry & Hoffman Gas Automatic Water Heaters SOUTHERN COUNTIES GAS COMPANY 220 EAST CENTER STREET PACIFIC 166, HOME 614 Its dependability are features which the local consumer has learned to expect as a matter of course. But were a patron of the local gas company to BUENOS AIRES, June 20—A North American resident of Buenos Aires received his monthly gas bill the other day. His home is lighted electrically. He uses gas only to cook. His domestic establishment is very modest. In his kitchen is a 2-burner stove. There is no other means gas can be consumed in his home unless it leaks. Buenos Aires gas is so thin that sometimes it flickers out of itself even when turned on full head. So a leak is not an impossibility. To guard against leakage the North American always watches his gas meter. Gas is also notoriously expensive in Argentina. Therefore the man gave instructions to use it very economically. But—his gas bill for April was $33.40, gold. He told an English friend about the bill. "That's nothing" replied the friend, "my bill was $40." The gas company, however, has some excuse for its prices. Coal from which gas is made is nearly $40, gold, per ton. The above interesting story gives an idea of the high price of gas in South America as told by a newspaper correspondent to the press of this country. To the unfortunate consumers of South America natural gas is an unknown product. But to the residents of this city natural gas, an ideal fuel, is a commonplace proposition, easily obtained, inexpensive and used generally by all consumers. The fuel situation in this district where rich natural gas is distributed by the Southern Counties Gas company is little sort of wonderful in comparison with the prevailing high prices paid for gas in South America. The service, quality of the fuel and its dependability are features which the local consumer has learned to expect as a matter of course. But were a patron of the local gas company to move to one of the Southern Republics where gas is even more than a luxury, the economy, superiority and efficiency of the local fuel would at once impress itself upon the consumer. The Alumni of the Fullerton Union High School will hold the annual alumni reception Friday, June 22nd, in the high school gymnasium. The secretary reports that a large number of the "old bunch" is expected. Talks by some of the old grads, a program of fine music, good eats, and a general get-together good time are promised. Every old graduate of the F. U. H. S. should take advantage of this opportunity to renew old ties and memories. Miss Esther Altnow was married at Santa Ana on Saturday, to Lee Maddox, Justice Cox performing the ceremony. Miss Clara Altnow and Mike Curtis accompanied the couple. A wedding dinner was served by Mrs. T. P. Liddiner, sister of the groom, after which Mr. and Mrs. Maddox left for the beach. They will make their home at the Mann apartment house. F. C. Krause and Claude Sidnam were transacting business in Los Angeles Tuesday. You Can Contribute Directly Every good citizen at this time should do his share toward strengthening the Federal Reserve Banking System with its billion dollars of resources which our government has created to stand back of its member banks and all their depositors. You can contribute directly to the strength of this system, and at the same time secure its protection, by depositing your money with us, since part of every dollar you deposit with us goes directly into the new system. This is a suggestion for prompt action. MEMBER FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM FIRST NATIONAL BANK Forty Dollar Phonograph Free! Forty Dollar Phonograph Free! WE WANT A NEW NAME FOR OUR PHONOGRAPH, ONE THAT WILL BE DISTINCTIVE. WE ARE PERMANENTLY LOCATING OUR FACTORY IN ANAHEIM AND WANT THE PEOPLE OF ANAHEIM TO CHOOSE THE NAME BY WHICH OUR PHONOGRAUH SHALL BE KNOWN. IT COSTS YOU NOTHING TO SUGGEST A NAME, SIMPLY CALL AT OUR STORE, LEAVE YOUR NAME, AND ADDRESS AND THE NAME YOU SUGGEST FOR THE PHONOGRAPH. THE BOARD OF TRADE WILL APPOINT A COMMITTEE TO CHOOSE THE MOST APPROPRIATE NAME. WE WILL GIVE ONE OF OUR FORTY DOLLAR PHONOGRAPHS TO THE PERSON WHO SUGGESTS THE NAME CHOSEN BY THE COMMITTEE. THE NAMES MUST BE IN BY TEN P. M., SATURDAY, JUNE 23, 1917. YOURS FOR HOME PRODUCTS, Peck Phonograph and Music Company 205 EAST CENTER ST. PHONOGRAPHS PIANOS SUNDAY JUNE 24 VIVIAN MARSHALL AND HER FIVE DIVING GIRLS IN THREE GREAT EXHIBITIONS. BIG FIRE WORKS DISPLAY DIVING NYMPHS AT SEAL BEACH NIGHT SURF BATHING UNDER THE GIANT SCINTILLA-TORS EVERY EVENING DINE AND DANCE AT THE JEWEL CITY CAFE. THE DOCTOR'S ORDERS ACCOUNT OF MY CONTINUED ILL HEALTH I AM COMPELLED TO LEAVE HEIM AND GO INTO THE MOUNTAINS. IT IS NECESSARY THEREFORE FOR ME TO SELL OUT MY The Stock of Dry Goods & Notions at Once IS AN EXCEPTIONALLY CLEAN STOCK, ALL THIS SEASON'S GOODS AND PECT IN EVERY RESPECT. I WILL GIVE A LIBERAL DISCOUNT ON THE STOCK EXCEPT "THREAD," WHICH IS ALWAYS SOLD AT COST BY ALL STORES The stock consists of: Blankets, Comforters, Bedets and Pillow Cases, Crash, Outing Flannel, Bighams, Shirtings, Towels, Calico, Figured Downs, Japanese Crepe, Bungalow Aprons, Hosiery, Underwear, Rompers and all kinds of notions and other bags. SPECIAL NOTICE—WE HAVE BOUGHT THE STOCK OF KNIT UNDERWEAR BOYS AND GIRLS FORMERLY IN THE "JUSTRITE STORE" AND WILL GIVE RA BARGAINS IN THIS LINE. THESE GOODS ARE ALL FLEECE LINED AND WILL PAY CAREFUL MOTHERS TO BUY NOW FOR NEXT FALL AND SAVE BEAST ONE HALF OF THE PRICE THEY WILL BE THEN. PRICES AS LOW AS 25 CENTS A GARMENT anaheim Dry Goods Store A. E. HILES, Proprietor AT DOOR TO HUDSON'S STUDIO 405 E. CENTER ST., ANAHEIM.