anaheim-gazette 1917-12-20

Volume XXXXVII HEAVY DEPOSITS IN ANAHEIM BANKS FINANCIAL STATEMENTS SHOW NEARLY TWO AND A QUARTER MILLION DOLLARS ON THE BOOKS LOANS RESTRICTED BECAUSE OF NECESSITY OF MEETING THE WAR DEMANDS There is a financial stringency in Anaheim as well as all other sections of the United States—that is, money is not circulating as freely as it does in days of reckless spending, but this economical situation is not caused by lack of funds. There is plenty of money here—in fact good crops and extraordinary high prices have made the past season the most prosperous in our history, but the recent demands of the government and the uncertainty of future calls, have made the people cautious, and they are not spending recklessly. Of course the demands and later at Fullerton. Two an da half years ago they moved to Santa Ana, upon Mr. Perry's appointment as county purchasing agent. Mrs. Perry made many friends while here, and in the north end of the county, where she lived many years, her friends are legion. She was for years especially active in the work of the Eastern Star. Deeply patriotic, the call of the work of the Red Cross apealed to her, and from the start of the chapter here until illness prevented her further participation she was actively engaged in its work there. Mrs. Perry leaves beside her husband, two brothers, Dr. Horace M. Hall of Los Angeles, and Dr. W. H. Hall of Butte, Mont., who is on his way here for the funeral. A cousin, Mrs. George Hawks of El Paso, is alson on the way here for the funeral, which will be held privately Thursday afternoon from Smith & Tuthill's chapel. Mrs. Perry was a woman of sterling qualities. charm and ability, a woman of unusual talent, loved by those who knew her. DEATH ANGEL SUMMONS FORMER ANAHEIM MAN Tony Hessel Dies at the Home of His Father in Los Angeles on Wednesday DEATH ANGEL SUMMONS FORMER ANAHEIM MAN Tony Hessel Dies at the Home of His Father in Los Angeles on Wednesday Tony Hessel, Jr., for many years a resident of this city, died at the home of his father, Antone Hessel at Los Angeles Wednesday evening after a lingering illness from Bright's disease and dropsy. Funeral services were held at St. Joseph's church, 12th and Los Angeles streets, at 9 o'clock, Saturday morning. The High Requiem Mass was sung by Rev. Ferdinand Kenney, O. F. M., and there were present in the sanctuary Rev. Father Theophilus Richardt, O. F. M., the pastor of St. Joseph's; Rev. Father Sand of Anaheim; Rev. Father F. X. Becker of Ontario and Rev. Father Ildephonse Elissalde, O. S. B., of Montebello. The music was by St. Joseph's choir, Prof. John L. Junge organist and director. At the grave, which was surrounded by many floral testimonials of sympathy, the services were conducted by Father Theophilus, Father Sand assisting. Deceased was born in Eau Claire, Wisconsin 36 years ago. He came to Anaheim in 1904 and was connected with the Union Brewing company of which his father was the owner. For five years he was manager of the business but two years ago, owing to ill health, he was forced to give up the position. He grew steadily worse, medical aid being unable to benefit him, until he was finally relieved by death. Tony was popular among a wide circle of friends in Anaheim who will grieve over his untimely death. WILL HAVE FARM ADVISER Orange county is to have a farm adviser on January 1 or as soon thereafter os one can be named. Tuesday morning the organization of 20 per cent of the farmers of the county into farm bureaus was announced to the board of supervisors as having been done. W. L. Grubb, chairman of the farm bureau movement in this chapel. Mrs. Perry was a woman of sterling qualities, charm and ability, a woman of unusual talent, loved by those who knew her. will be provided a upper floor of the on East Center staircase moving wi days. An ordinance declaring the purp change, which will 30 days. A comm to arrange for lea the Masonic build used while the nected. Parties occu old building have vate, and razing structure will soon there is $19,000 i and $10,500 invest which is immedi the purpose. The it calls for an ou not cost the city owing to the fac brick in the old b in thenew struc of trustees have wheels in motion before Anaheim that will be in k gressiveness from viewpoint. Marshal's Report Collected for Rate Collector's F For Light . For Water . Total Delinquents College For Light . For Water . Penalties . Total Delinquents Rep For Light . For Water . Total Recorder's Report No. of cases Fines collecti Tax Collector's B Taxes for cur Delinquents City Clerk's Rep General fund Balance in tr Dec. 12 Additional fu MRS. JOHN S. PERRY SUMMONED BY DEATH Well Known Former Resident of this Section Passes Away After an illness of several weeks, an illness that starred from over-exertion while doing Red Cross work, death came suddenly Monday evening about 6:15 o'clock to Mrs. Sylvia H. Perry, wife of County Purchasing Agent John S. Perry. After she became ill, for a time Mrs. Perry was at the Loma Linda Sanitarium. Recently she was brought home, and for a time it was thought that she was much improved. Even Monday her friends and relatives were very optimistic for her ultimate recovery. A sinking spell came suddenly and she passed away very quickly. Death occurred at the residence at 809 Spurgeon street, Santa Ana. Mr. and Mrs. Perry came to this county about seventeen years ago, and for a number of years Mr. Perry was engaged in business at Buena Park, WILL HAVE FARM ADVISER Orange county is to have a farm adviser on January 1 or as soon thereafter os one can be named. Tuesday morning the organization of 20 per cent of the farmers of the county into farm bureaus was announced to the board of supervisors as having been done. W. L. Grubb, chairman of the farm bureau movement in this county, stated that the work had been successfully done, with farm bureaus organized at Fullerton, Tustin, Yorba Linda. West Orange, Santa Ana, El Modena, La Habra, Harper, Buena Park, Garden Grove, Greenville, Villa Park, Wintersburg and San Juan Capistrano. For the farm bureaus Grubb petitioned the county board to appropriate $2000 for the expenses of the farm adviser's office for the coming year. A motion carrying out this request was carried, with the request of the supervisors that the adviser be named by the state to commence his work January 1. The farm adviser is to be provided by the state through the University of California. His salary will be paid by the state and through a federal appropriation. R. S. Valle, connected with the citrus experiment station at Riverside, who has been fathering the farm adviser movement in this end of the state, addressed the supervisors, declaring strongly for the movement. Archie Henry has been quite sick since his return from American Lake. He was one of the boys who left here Oct. 5, but was honorably discharged because of bronchal trouble. Archie says camp life is all right, but there is no place like home when a fellow is sick. Total Recorder's Report No. of cases Fines collected Tax Collector's Bills Taxes for curtailing Delinquents City Clerk's Representation General fund balance in treasury Dec. 12 Additional funds (Liberty be) The city elec collection The street spported colligation The finance code on the accuracy and auditing de city amounting to Contract was Kistner for furnishing new city hall. The modern in every $30,000. Mayor Schneider Stark, Cook and favor of award of tee Dwyer voted Attorney Amicase of the telebe heard beforeinton at Santa Ana. H. A. Dickel as a representative board of trade to defray the ea Mother Colony in the Tournament held at Pasadena board readily ad voted to ap $175 for that H. A. Dickel and as a committee sum from amonizens, the object least $200 or per AHAHEIM GAZETE Anaheim, California, Thursday, December 20, 1917 OLD CITY HALL TO BE RAZED WITHIN THIRTY DAYS TEMPORARY MUNICIPAL QUARTERS TO BE MAINTAINED IN ROOMS IN MASONIC BUILDING WORK UPON NEW CITY HALL WILL BE UNDER WAY INSIDE OF SIXTY DAYS The city trustees Thursday evening instructed Attorney Ames to prepare a resolution declaring their intention to wreck the old city hall. The board is going to build a new municipal home upon the site, and the old structure is doomed. Temporary quarters will be provided for the city on the upper floor of the Masonic building on East Center street. There will be a house moving within the next thirty days. An ordinance has to be passed declaring the purpose of making the change, which will go into effect in 30 days. A committee was appointed to arrange for leasing the rooms in it is proposed to have a float in the pageantry that will redound to the city's credit. Enterprising citizens have taken up the matter with a vim and a fine display will be provided upon this occasion. In former years Pasadena has financed the venture in commendable manner, but this year is asking assistance from outside cities and towns. The floral pageant is recognized as world wide and brings to Southern California much favorable comment and benefit. The citizens of Anaheim will do all within their power to make the event a success and are now giving their best endeavors towards that end. A communication was received from Frank Tausch, secretary of the fire company, extending thanks for financial assistance towards that organization. A communication was received from the American Defense Society, requesting that a petition be circulated for signatures asking that congress take stern action regarding the abolition of the spy system now maintained by the enemies of this government. The petitions are being circulated throughout the nation, and every loyal citizen is asked to sign the same. The matter was referred to H. G. Ames who will see that the request is attended to. A communication was received from Chas. Johnson, state sealer of weights seeking that action be carried out the time honored custom of the order which is also, so we understand, one of the binding obligations on the lodges, the Anaheim Elks are making extensive preparations for bringing Christmas cheer to the indigent people within the jurisdiction of this lodge, and also to the children of every degree. By reason of the charity jubilee given in October there is a snug sum of money in the exchequer of the lodge—enough to bring the Christmas spirit to the homes of hundreds of persons who otherwise might be overlooked by Santa Claus, and spend a cheerless day while all buildings rack, This was the me commission Tenor, secretary R. Nick Fred H following General "The Boston, ham hoo serve a maker, illished The busern in a and will pecially SUPER Approp Here States the floor Bernar Oran $350,000 tion in highwa San River to wreck the old city hall. The board is going to build a new municipal home upon the site, and the old structure is doomed. Temporary quarters will be provided for the city on the upper floor of the Masonic building on East Center street. There will be a house moving within the next thirty days. An ordinance has to be passed declaring the purpose of making the change, which will go into effect in 30 days. A committee was appointed to arrange for leasing the rooms in the Masonic building, which will be used while the new hall is being erected. Parties occupying rooms in the old building have been notified to vate, and razing of the antiquated structure will soon begin. At present there is $19,000 in the general fund, and $10,500 invested in Liberty bends, which is immediately available for the purpose. The new building while it calls for an outlay of $30,000, may not cost the city more than $25,000. owing to the fact that much of the brick in the old building may be used in thenew structure. The board of trustees have set the municipal wheels in motion and it won't be long before Anaheim has a new city hall that will be in keeping with its progressiveness from an architectural viewpoint. Marshal's Report: Collected for license $1175.25 Rate Collector's Report: For Light $3429.10 For Water 1418.75 Total $4847.85 Delinquents Collected: For Light $116.60 For Water 183.85 Penalties 13.15 Total $313.60 Delinquents Reported: For Light $149.25 For Water 174.40 Total $323.65 Recorder's Report: No. of cases tried ...37 Fines collected ...131.00 Tax Collector's Report: Taxes for current year $30,700 Delinquents reported...426 City Clerk's Report: General fund $19,117.01 Balance in treasury Dec. 12 33,299.80 Additional funds, (Library bonds) 10,500.00 A communication was received from Chas. Johnson state sealer of weights and measures, asking that action be taken for the standardization of bread. This matter has been given attention locally. A communication was received from the chief of police of Berkeley, asking that a representative be sent to a convention of chiefs of state police departments to be held in that city, commencing Saturday, Dec. 15th. Marshal Kellenberger was appointed to represent this city. The purpose of the convention is to provide uniform laws regulating the operation of automobiles. At present each town has laws of its own regarding traffic regulation, which conflict with each other. The idea is to have laws enacted that will be uniform throughout the state. The theft of autos will also be discussed and plans put in force whereby all towars will work in unison for the stamping out of this class of thievery. It was authoried that the city extend an invitation to the county teachers to hold their 1918 institute in this city. Engineer Adams of the power house addressed a communication, asking that employees at the power house be given a raise in salary, owing to the high cost of living. The board decided to meet in special session and investigate all departments and arrive at a solution of the salary proposition. The meeting will be held one day this week. A permit was granted Mrs. Amy Wisser to set back her building on West Center street. Other permits for buildings were granted, including a fine residence for W. A. Dolan on West Broadway. It was ordered that the city pay $1 per month for use of the lot on East Center street, which the fire company has been using to dry the hose on. The trustees informally discussed the perpetual care cemetery as now being inaugurated and decided to help the project as far as possible so to for signatures asking that congress take stern action regarding the abolition of the spy system now maintained by the enemies of this government. The petitions are being circulated throughout the nation, and every loyal citizen is asked to sign the same. The matter was referred to H. G. Ames who will see that the request is attended to. A communication was received from Chas. Johnson state sealer of weights and measures, asking that action be taken for the standardization of bread. This matter has been given attention locally. A communication was received from the chief of police of Berkeley, asking that a representative be sent to a convention of chiefs of state police departments to be held in that city, commencing Saturday, Dec. 15th. Marshal Kellenberger was appointed to represent this city. The purpose of the convention is to provide uniform laws regulating the operation of automobiles. At present each town has laws of its own regarding traffic regulation, which conflict with each other. The idea is to have laws enacted that will be uniform throughout the state. The theft of autos will also be discussed and plans put in force whereby all towars will work in unison for the stamping out of this class of thievery. It was authoried that the city extend an invitation to the county teachers to hold their 1918 institute in this city. Engineer Adams of the power house addressed a communication, asking that employees at the power house be given a raise in salary, owing to the high cost of living. The board decided to meet in special session and investigate all departments and arrive at a solution of the salary proposition. The meeting will be held one day this week. A permit was granted Mrs. Amy Wisser to set back her building on West Center street. Other permits for buildings were granted, including a fine residence for W. A. Dolan on West Broadway. It was ordered that the city pay $1 per month for use of the lot on East Center street, which the fire company has been using to dry the hose on. The trustees informally discussed the perpetual care cemetery as now being inaugurated and decided to help the project as far as possible so to for signatures asking that congress take stern action regarding the abolition of the spy system now maintained by the enemies of this government. The petitions are being circulated throughout the nation, and every loyal citizen is asked to sign the same. The matter was referred to H. G. Ames who will see that the request is attended to. A communication was received from Chas. Johnson state sealer of weights and measures, asking that action be taken for the standardization of bread. This matter has been given attention locally. A communication was received from the chief of police of Berkeley, asking that a representative be sent to a convention of chiefs of state police departments to be held in that city, commencing Saturday, Dec. 15th. Marshal Kellenberger was appointed to represent this city. The purpose of the convention is to provide uniform laws regulating the operation of automobiles. At present each town has laws of its own regarding traffic regulation, which conflict with each other. The idea is to have laws enacted that will be uniform throughout the state. The theft of autos will also be discussed and plans put in force whereby all towars will work in unison for the stamping out of this class of thievery. It was authoried that the city extend an invitation to the county teachers to hold their 1918 institute in this city. Engineer Adams of the power house addressed a communication, asking that employees at the power house be given a raise in salary, owing to the high cost of living. The board decided to meet in special session and investigate all departments and arrive at a solution of the salary proposition. The meeting will be held one day this week. A permit was granted Mrs. Amy Wisser to set back her building on West Center street. Other permits for buildings were granted, including a fine residence for W. A. Dolan on West Broadway. It was ordered that the city pay $1 per month for use of the lot on East Center street, which the fire company has been using to dry the hose on. The trustees informally discussed the perpetual care cemetery as now being inaugurated and decided to help the project as far as possible so to for signatures asking that congress take stern action regarding the abolition of the spy system now maintained by the enemies of this government. The petitions are being circulated throughout the nation, and every loyal citizen is asked to sign the same. The matter was referred to H. G. Ames who will see that the request is attended to. A communication was received from Chas. Johnson state sealer of weights and measures, asking that action be taken for the standardization of bread. This matter has been given attention locally. A communication was received from the chief of police of Berkeley, asking that a representative be sent to a convention of chiefs of state police departments to be held in that city, commencing Saturday, Dec. 15th. Marshal Kellenberger was appointed to represent this city. The purpose of the convention is to provide uniform laws regulating the operation of automobiles. At present each town has laws of its own regarding traffic regulation, which conflict with each other. The idea is to have laws enacted that will be uniform throughout the state. The theft of autos will also be discussed and plans put in force whereby all towars will work in unison for the stamping out of this class of thievery. It was authoried that the city extend an invitation to the county teachers to hold their 1918 institute in this city. Engineer Adams of the power house addressed a communication, asking that employees at the power house be given a raise in salary, owing to the high cost of living. The board decided to meet in special session and investigate all departments and arrive at a solution of the salary proposition. The meeting will be held one day this week. A permit was granted Mrs. Amy Wisser to set back her building on West Center street. Other permits for buildings were granted, including a fine residence for W. A. Dolan on West Broadway. It was ordered that the city pay $1 per month for use of the lot on East Center street, which the fire company has been using to dry the hose on. The trustees informally discussed the perpetual care cemetery as now being inaugurated and decided to help the project as far as possible so to for signatures asking that congress take stern action regarding the abolition of the spy system now maintained by the enemies of this government. The petitions are being circulated throughout the nation, and every loyal citizen is asked to sign the same. The matter was referred to H. G. Ames who will see that the request is attended to. A communication was received from Chas. Johnson state sealer of weights and measures, asking that action be taken for the standardization of bread. This matter has been given attention locally. A communication was received from the chief of police of Berkeley, asking that a representative be sent to a convention of chiefs of state police departments to be held in that city, commencing Saturday, Dec. 15th. Marshal Kellenberger was appointed to represent this city. The purpose of the convention is to provide uniform laws regulating the operation of automobiles. At present each town has laws of its own regarding traffic regulation, which conflict with each other. The idea is to have laws enacted that will be uniform throughout the state. The theft of autos will also be discussed and plans put in force whereby all towars will work in unison for the stamping out of this class of thievery. It was authorised that the city extend an invitation to the county teachers to hold their 1918 institute in this city. Engineer Adams of the power house addressed a communication, asking that employees at the power house be given a raise in salary, owing to the high cost of living. The board decided to meet in special session and investigate all departments and arrive at a solution of the salary proposition. The meeting will be held one day this week. A permit was granted Mrs. Amy Wisser to set back her building on West Center street. Other permits for buildings were granted, including a fine residence for W. A. Dolan on West Broadway. It was ordered that the city pay $1 per month for use of the lot on East Center street, which the fire company has been using to drythe hose on. The trustees informally discussed the perpetual care cemetery as now being inaugurated and decided to help them at work from home unattended However it is understood that maximum age is not strictly limited to 12 years It is not required for applicant for admittance bring a birth certificate with him but man who will keep door is mind reader and can guess within two or three years of a kiddie's age All inmates of St.Catharine's Orphanage irrespective of age are included inthe invitation. In addition to free entertainment which will consist of an excellent photoplay and good music all who attend will receive a Christmas present from Santa Claus This entertainment is to be given instead of open air concert and municipal tree which idea was abandoned because weather cannot be depended upon at this seasonofthe year. Thousands of Elks in all parts ofthe country have rallied tothe flag,and while these men are displaying their loyaltytothe Government thousandsofthe stayat homesare volunteeringa servicethatwill assistinreports "Wood floodedtheg foodanddituredotherthep" Applicants Total $323.65 Recorder's Report: No. of cases tried 37 Fines collected $131.00 Tax Collector's Report: Taxes for current year $30,700 Delinquents reported 426 City Clerk's Report: General fund $19,117.01 Balance in treasury Dec. 12 33,299.80 Additional funds, (Liberty bonds) 10,500.00 The city electrician reported collection of $18.45 The street superintendent reported collection of $170.00 The finance committee reported upon the accuracy of officers' reports and auditing demands against the city amounting to $6,719.50. Contract was awarded to Theo. C. Kistner for furnishing plans for the new city hall. The structure will be modern in every detail and will cost $30,000. Mayor Schneider and Trustees Stark, Cook and Brunworth voted in favor of award of the contract. Trustee Dwyer voted in the negative. Attorney Ames reported that the case of the telephone merger would be heard before Commissioner Edgerton at Santa Ana on January 11th. H. A. Dickel addressed the board, as a representative of the Anaheim board of trade, asking for a donation to defray the expenses of providing a Mother Colony float to be entered in the Tournament of Roses to be held at Pasadena New Year's day. The board readily agreed to that request and voted to appropriate the sum of $175 for that purpose. In addition H. A. Dickel and John Cook will act as a committee to raise an additional sum from among the progressive citizens, the object being to acquire at least $200 or perhaps more, if needed. Edward Wenzel of San Francisco has been in town for several days visiting with relatives and old time friends. Mr. Wentzel's father was one of the pioneers of Anaheim. It was ordered that the city pay $1 per month for use of the lot on East Center street, which the fire company has using to dry the hose on. The trustees informally discussed the perpetual care cemetery as now being inaugurated and decided to help the project as far as possible so to do. The city will furnish ample water supply free, and will lay the pipes to the entrance of the cemetery. The association has been reorganized and the new board of directors are doing noble work in perfecting plans whereby the burial grounds may be placed under the perpetual care system. By the sale of lots, and moneys derived from other sources, which moneys will be judiciously invested, enough revenue will be thus acquired to maintain the venture. The city council stands ready to assist in every way possible. The trustees discussed the status of several blind alleys, in the neighborhood of Citron and Illinois streets, and were amazed to learn some of them are being used for chicken pens and for purposes of reducing the high cost of living by some of the frugal neighbors, and since the alleys have an ingress, but no egress, the board decided to pass the matter up temporarily. A deed was received from Rev. Markle for a narrow strip of land on West Broadway for street purposes, which was ordered filed. This first reconstruction hospital where our soldiers will be re-educated in occupations which will best fit them not to become a burden to society will be erected in Boston. It will consist of a complete unit of twin ward hospital... ZETTE 2017 Number 8 BELKS TO SUSTAIN HREN TRE ENGAGED, FORFORMANCES FREN FREE MUNICIPAL TREE CAUSE OF DECAUSE OF MAY OF THE HEER time honored cust- which is also, so we the binding obliga- the Anaheim Elks prepareations for cheer to the indig- ne jurisdiction of to the children only reason of the in October there money in the ex- enough to bring to the homes of who otherwise by Santa Claus, day while all buildings, vocational workshops, barracks, mess hall, and post exchange. This was definitely decided upon at the meeting of the Elk's War Relief commission, composed of John K. Tener, chairman; Joseph T. Fanning, secretary; Jerome B. Fisher, James R. Nicholson, Edward Rightor, and Fred Harper, Grand Exalted Ruler, following, a conference with Surgeon-General Gorgas. "The site will be on Parker Hill. Boston, contiguous to the Robert Brigham hospital. The institution will serve as the model, the standard-maker, for similar plants to be established throughout the United States. The buildings will be thoroughly modern in architecture, light and cheerful, and will have a well trained and especially efficient professional staff." SUPERVISORS FAVOR TRI-COUNTIES PROJECT Appropriate $500 to Help Finance Initial Work Here are the figures of the United States Geological Survey upon what the flood of 1916 cost Orange, San Bernardino and Riverside counties: Orange county—Agricultural lands, $350,000; municipal, $32,000; irrigation interests, $57,000; bridges and highways, $81,500; total, $520,500. San Bernardino county, $399,000. Riverside county—$605,050. SANTA CLAUS IS BUSY THIS SEASON WAR HAS LITTLE EFFECT ON HOLIDAY TRADE OF ANAHEIM MERCHANTS ALL REPORT BETTER CLASS OF GOODS BEING SOLD THAN ON PREVIOUS YEARS Gigantic preparations for war, increased taxes on business, amusements, incomes, etc., and extraordinary demands for donations to the various societies supporting the government and the boys at the front, have not obliterated the Christmas spirit of the American people, and Santa Claus is doing as much business this season as he did in former years when the world was at peace and when the average American citizen would have scoffed at the prediction that this country would be forced into a war with one of the foremost European nations. As a matter of fact it is estimated Here are the figures of the United States Geological Survey upon what the flood of 1916 cost Orange, San Bernardino and Riverside counties: Orange county—Agricultural lands, $350,000; municipal, $32,000; irrigation interests, $57,000; bridges and highways, $81,500; total, $520,500. San Bernardino county, $399,000. Riverside county—$605,050. Total of the three counties, about $1,500,000. Tuesday morning the Board of Supervisors voted to join with San Bernardino and Riverside counties in taking whatever steps are advisable toward getting action by the Federal Waterways Commission for the control of the flood waters of the Santa Ana river. The initial cost of entering into the project is $500. In presenting the matter to the board of supervisors herefl Francis Cuttle of Riverside, president of the Tri-Counties Referstation committee and president of the mass meeting organization for furthering Santa Ana flood control activities, presented the above figures. Tuesday morning there was a delegation of 20 men before the county board asking for flood control steps. W. G. Mason of Anaheim introduced the subject, pointing out the deep interest that this county has in the subject. "This project has a direct bearing upon the war," said Cuttle, "for it has to do with food production." He pointed out the provisions of the Waterways Commission bill, under which it is hoped to get federal action for the Santa Ana river project. He said that he believes that the Santa Ana river can be selected as the very first project, since it involves many principles of conservation. Reforestation, the use of check dams and the spreading of storm waters on gravel were cited by him as methods to be used in flood control. He said that between 40,000 and 50,000 inches can be diverted to gravel beds. "We foregt the damage done by flood too soon," said he. He then gave the government figures upon the 1916 food as an argument in favor of expenditure by the counties now. Among other activities to be undertaken is the passage of a tri-counties measure societies supporting the government and the boys at the front, have not obliterated the Christmas spirit of the American people, and Santa Claus is doing as much business this season as he did in former years when the world was at peace and when the average American citizen would have scoffed at the prediction that this country would be forced into a war with one of the foremost European nations. As a matter of fact it is estimated that more money will be spent in Christmas shopping this year than ever before. One reason for this is that the class of goods purchased by the Christmas shopper is more substantial and higher priced. Cheap and frivolous articles are passed up or purchased only for small children, the older ones receiving presents that will be useful to them. Within the past few months the people of America have read a chapter on economy and are profiting by it. They are spending just as much money in their Christmas shopping, and perhaps more than in previous years, but they are buying useful articles. Anaheim business men are all reporting heavy sales in staple and useful goods. The mails and the express companies are this week congested with packages consigned to the boys who have been called to the colors, and there is nothing useless or frivolous in them. Just a few days ago ninety-five packages were shipped by the Anaheim board of trade to the ninety-five Anaheim boys who are now wearing the khaki and somewhere serving under Old Glory. Some of these packages went to the battle front in Europe, others to warships on the ocean and still others to the various cantonments, camps and training schools throughout the country. In addition to these boxes purchased with funds subscribed by a grateful public, each soldier boy no doubt is receiving many gifts from individual friends, and it is a safe guess that the home folks are sending him something useful. Christmas trees and Christmas entertainments will be given at various churches in Anaheim as usual this year, and the small people will not be disappointed. Santa Claus is no slacker and he will be on the job this Christmas just as usual in spite of the grave conditions confronting the older people. Christmas has an added significance this year from the fact that for the ters on gravel were cited by him as methods to be used in flood control. He said that between 40,000 and 50,000 inches can be diverted to gravel beds. "We forego the damage done by flood too soon," said he. He then gave the government figures upon the 1916 food as an argument in favor of expenditure by the counties now. Among other activities to be undertaken is the passage of a tri-counties measure by the state, by which the three counties can act together. He said that San Bernardino has named a supervisor with power to act and Riverside has set aside $500. He said that a preliminary report by able engineers would cost $1500, that report to be used as an argument to the Waterways Commission for immediate action. The Board of Supervisors immediately voted to apporpriate $500 to the work. A resolution was passed urging congressmen and senators to do their best to influence the Waterways Commission to undertake the Santa Ana river project. DISINCORPORATORS HOLD AN ELECTION Anaheim-Yorba Storm Water District Dissolved by Vote of 564 to 32 Advocates of disincorporation had little opposition at the election Tuesday, the proposition to annul all former proceedings and dissolve the board of trustees carrying by a vote of 564 to 32. There were seven voting precincts in the district, No. 1 being at the Commonwealth school house, No. 2 at Joseph Fiscus' garage on South Los Angeles street, No. 3 at the City Hall, No. 4 at Fremont school, No. 5 at the high school, No. 6 at Central school, and No. 7 at the Fullerton City Water works plant on North Palm street. Little interest was taken in the election as it was understood the three trustees, chosen at a previous election, were opposed to the protection under the proposed plan and it was optional with them whether they should proceed with the work. A small house belonging to Mrs. Riuehart, just south of the S. P. tracks on Olive street was destroyed by fire Saturday evening. It was used as a storehouse for tools, etc. Tramps are supposed to have been responsible for the blaze.