anaheim-gazette 1918-01-31

VOLUME XXXXVII SERVICE FLAG IMPRESSIVELY CONSECRATED LARGE CONCOURSE OF PEOPLE WITNESS CEREMONIES AT ST. BONIFACE CHURCH SUNDAY REV. FATHER DUBBEL DELIVERS ELOQUENT SERMON—OF-FERS PRAYERS FOR GOVERNMENT Impressive ceremonies were held at St. Boniface church Sunday morning at 10 o'clock when the service flag, emblematic of the members of the parish who are now in the service of their government in the great world's war—was fervently blessed. At 9:30 o'clock the pupils of St. Joseph's academy, together with the various parish societies assembled at the old church, a block to the north where a procession was formed which marched to St. Boniface. The procession was lead by a cross bearer, with acclivities, vested altar servers, clergy, Star Spangled Banner," followed by high mass with Padre Guadalupe as celebrant. Father Dubbel then delivered an eloquent sermon on "Our Service Flag," prayers for Divine protection of our government were said, and the service ended with the "Te Deum" Father Dubbel's address was as follows: OUR SERVICE FLAG The muster roll has been called, account has been given of those who formerly loved to worship around the altar of this church. The national anthem has been sung and in our sanctuary the emblem of service has been blessed, and placed before the altar. Is it ceremonial something new? Is it an innovation? Does it respond to the time old customs of our church? I will sound the key-note—Pro Deo et Patria—For God and Country. Travel with me through the ages. History bear thy testimony. Cathedrals and monuments of old what are your proofs. The altar stands there and entwined with the symbol of religion is the symbol of the fatherland. Ages to come may eclipse us in scientific achievements—may even call us novices in the progress of development the human mind is capable of—but no age will ever doubt the sincerity of our principles, nor the readiness of sacrifice which animates the peoples of our land. Unfurl thy folds, Oh Flag of our country, let hills rebound in echo the music of the plains. Never FRANGE RESTO KAIM ANAHEIM WARD CONDEMNS H TO COLL FIRST DUTY O ZENS IS TO A ERNMENT The Anaheim has taken steps to this community to Hearst pro-Germany with American men by the kaiser's g destruction of No soldiers. This is by patriotic citi country, has two cripple our own ing money out o to finance the w relieve Germany of paying for its close statement has be at 10 o'clock when the service flag, emblematic of the members of the parish who are now in the service of their government in the great world’s war—was fervently blessed. At 9:30 o’clock the pupils of St. Joseph’s academy, together with the various parish societies assembled at the old church, a block to the north where a procession was formed which marched to St. Boniface. The procession was lead by a cross bearer, with acolytes, vested altar servers, clergy, the city trustees and academy pupils, following. A large American flag and the service flag were also carried in the procession. At the steps of the church entrance Father Dubbel met the procession and made a few brief introductory remarks in welcoming the people to the service. It gave him great pleasure, he said, to see so many persons from all walks in life and of many denominational beliefs assemble to do reverence to the Stars and Stripes and to attest their patriotism to the country and their esteem and loyalty to the government which has entered the world war on the side of freedom and humanity. The muster roll of the thirty-three young men of St. Bonface parish who have joined the colors was then called. The roll is as follows: Bandini, John; Camp D-9, Goat Island, San Francisco Bonnet, Geo. H.; Power House, base hospital, Camp Diolins, Ayer, Mass. Castillo, Frank; Calif. Coast Artillery, San Francisco. Coenen, John; Co. B., 164 Inf., 41 Div., Camp Mills. Conliff, Bert; 9th Co., Fort Rosecrans. Crespin, Emil; Co. L., 160 Inf., Camp Kearny. Crespin, Juan M.; 364 Inf., Camp Lewis. Crespin, Manuel; Co. B., 316 Inf., Camp Lewis. Escarsega, John; Co. 21, 6 B. N., 166 D. B., Camp Lewis. Gisler, Tom; Co. E., 364 Inf., Camp Lewis. Gildea, T. A.; Sergt., 11 Co., L. A. Cal., C. A. San Luis Obispo. Heying, Oscar; Med. Dept., 116 Eng., Somewhere in France. Huarte, Frank; 5th Co., C. C. A., Fort Kamehameka, H. T. Kraemer, Samuel; Co. I, 160 Inft., Camp Kearny. Lugo, Carmen T.; 2nd Recruit Co., Camp Kearny. Miller, Julius L.; Marine Bar., 36th Co., 9th Reg., Quintico, Va. Mirande, Jean; Co. 18 Cal. C. A., North Island. proofs. The altar stands there and entwined with the symbol of religion is the symbol of the fatherland. Ages come may eclipse us in scientific achievements—may even call us novices in the progress of development the human mind is capable of—but no age will ever doubt the sincerity of our principles, nor the readiness of sacrifice which animates the peoples of our land. Unfurl thy folds, Oh Flag of our country, let hills rebound in echo the music of the plains. Never existed a people more loyal, more devoted, more unselfish, to uphold and re-establish the principle of Vox Populi, Vox Del, the voice of the people is the voice of God, and if needs be bleed and suffer ere this truth be lost to the ages to come. The service of the Creator is paramount. He is the first principle of all existences. While His rule guides all gently and well. He has placed His law and all obey Him. His wisdom encompasses the earth and the universe revolves in His service. Sun, planet and stars vie to show His glory. Seasons in their rotation strive to teach us the lesson of life. Storms in their fury remind us of violence and passion unbridled. The gentle wild flowers rival with their cultured sisters if not in beauty and fragrance in earnestness however blooming out their life in expressing we are creatures of His hand. The sweet notes of the song bird and the roar of the king of animals awaken love and fear in the bosom looking forward to a meditator who may render a reasonable service to the Maker. Man appears, he converges with his Lord. He falls from grace, conscience charges him with guilt. Still to prosterity he will preach the sermon of the good days when the Lord spoke to him in familiar fashion before he had transgressed the law. Wherefore the altars of Cain and Abel, the altar of Noah erected in Thankskiving for his deliverence, followed by Melchisedech’s offering grateful for victory. Moses and Aaron sought to teach the people Jehovah rules—in Him is our trust, our stay, our victory, our all. Never did a nation prosper which forsook its God. Powers arose and men of might appeared—their name inspired fear—and crushed were those who offered resistance, but like the ebb and flow of the tide, a proud Babylon, and epulent Persia, a philosophic Greece, a domineering Rome follow in succession only to regret the day their star arose and fell like the falling asterisk proclaiming “Those alone with American men by the kaiser’s garrison destruction of No soldiers.” This story by patriotic citizens country, has two cripple our own ing money out of to finance the wolf relieve Germany of paying for its close of the statement has been aheim board: To the Patriotic California: The Anaheim was organized by Anaheim Board chapter of America Anaheim Liberty the purpose of护办 all proposals in this community also for them in securing sub funds as are applied. In accordance poses,the Anaheim is called upon to merite of the way by an organ “Rebuilders Of Scriptures to aid the purpose of r France which hauntthe enemy. It is the unanticipated board that we need triotic citizens or they should not fund at this time. In common with American pathize with brave French peper time,and ind would urge our critically in re-establishthe devastated we deem it impiement such as tae “Rebuilders undertaken at thie can people. When the army United States arrives a complete end of the condition of reparation forthe enemy,introduceofthe cities intheAmerican pundertake w Heying, Oscar; Med. Dept., 116 Eng., Somewhere in France. Huarte, Frank; 5th Co., C. C. A., Fort Kamehameka, H. T. Kraamer, Samuel; Co. I, 160 Inft., Camp Kearny. Lugo, Carmen T.; 2nd Recruit Co., Camp Kearny. Miller, Julius L.; Marine Bar., 36th Co., 9th Reg., Quintico, Va. Mirande, Jean; Co. 18 Cal. C. A., North Island. Orosco, Jorge; Camp Lewis. Ortiz, Fred; Somewhere in France. Ortiz, Jose; Somewhere in France. Overlander, Wm.; Co. 17, 5th Bat., 166 Dept. Brig., Camp Lewis. Peralta, Alberto; Camp Lewis. Peralta, Ben; Cal. C. A., San Francisco. Ranker, F. J.; 364 Hedq. Co., Reg. band, Camp Lewis. Ruiz, Vidal; Co. 12, 5th Batl., 166 D. B., Camp Lewis. Salaets, Alphonse; Co. 18, Cal. C. A., North Island, San Diego. Schaffer, Carl; U. S. Marine Bar., Honolulu, T. H. Schrott, Frank J.; Co. E., 364 Inf., Camp Lewis. Trendle, A. J.; Hedq. Co., 160 Inf., Camp Kearny. Turck, Arthur; Naval Res. Train Sta., San Pedro. Velasco, Frank; U. S. Navy, San Diego, Cal. Wilke, A. E.; Heq. Co., 364 Inf., Camp Lewis. Stoffel, P. L.; 164 Inf., Co. B., 41 Div., Camp Merritt, N. J. Captain J. F. Ahlborn responded with a neat and appropriate address, full of patriotism and encouragement, after which the procession filed into the church. The services in the building opened by the choir singing "The people Jehovah rules—in Him is our trust, our stay, our victory, our all. Never did a nation prosper which forsook its God. Powers arose and men of might appeared—their name inspired fear—and crushed were those who offered resistance, but like the ebb and flow of the tide, a proud Babylonian, and epulent Persia, a philosophic Greece, a domineering Rome follow in succession only to regret the day their star arose and fell like the falling asterisk proclaiming "Those alone does rule and no stability is found outside of Thee." Chaos governed when the word of God sounded, "Let there be light." Order came at His command. Chaos was in the moral world when "The Light came to shine in darkness." Darkness had covered the earth, a glimpse of hope, a spark of the fire of faith still lived—a venerable patriarch or saintly prophet spoke of the Almighty in divers times. Holy Writ was given and many found consolation in it. Gentile people preserved a few rudiments of the primitive revelations and longed for the happy days mythology spoke about when gods conversed with men. Force, might, greed, oppression, a satan's kingdom ruled. "All these will I give: thee if falling down thou wilt adore me." A clear voice sounds "God alone thou shalt adore and Him only shalt thou serve." And thus Pro De for God. No kingdom will stand apart from Him, no city is safe but in His protection, no one builds or guards successfully unless the Lord blesses and preserves. Here is the fortress of strength, the rock of ages, the crown of security. The happiest days of the world's history are the days of theocracy—God and His people—waiting, willing, Continued on Page 6 ANAHEIM GAZETY Anaheim, California, Thursday, January 31, 1918 FRANGE MUST BE RESTORED BY KAISER ANAHEIM WAR FINANCE BOARD CONDEMNS HEARST SCHEME TO COLLECT MONEY FIRST DUTY OF AMERICAN CITIZENS IS TO ASSIST OUR GOVERNMENT TO WIN WAR The Anaheim War Finance Board has taken steps toward heading off in this community the William Randolph Hearst pro-German scheme to repair with American money the damage done by the kaiser's guns and the ruthless destruction of Northern France by his soldiers. This scheme, it is claimed by patriotic citizens throughout the country, has two purposes—one to cripple our own government by sending money out of the country needed to finance the war, and the other to relieve Germany of the responsibility of paying for its own frightfulness at the close of the war. The following statement has been issued by the Abwrong in purpose or effect. The Hearst newspapers, such as the Los Angeles Examiner, must not be permitted to deceive the people by exploiting such organizations as the "Rebuilders of France." Nor should our patriotic citizens be misled, because of their sympathy with our French allies, into a movement which would condone the offenses of the enemy and tend to mitigate his punishment. After peace has been secured through victory will be the time, and the only proper time, in which to show that we can be magnanimous to the enemy. The best help we can give to France at this time is to make every possible effort to drive the enemy from her soil, meantime assisting also to feed the French people. To rebuild destroyed French cities is not hieping to win the war. There will come a proper time to repair the destruction wrought by the enemy, and there will also be a proper manner in which to do this. But this is not a war measure. On the contrary it is a peace measure—to come after peace and as a peace condition. We therefore advise no contribution be made to any fund which has in view the reparation of damage done in France by the enemy, except as such funds are actually used in helping to bring the war to a victorious conclusion by our army and navy and those of our allies. Our government can be relied upon to take the proper steps in anything which will mater- CITY MOVED INTO NEW QUARTERS MONDAY ROOMS UP STAIRS IN MASONIC TEMPLE TO BE PLACE TO TRANSACT BUSINESS WRECKING OF OLD CITY HALL BUILDING DELAYED BY REFERENDUM PETITION As it had been imperatively ordained by ordinance, passed a month ago, the councilmen at their meeting on Thursday night ordered City Clerk Merritt to pack up and move over to the new municipal home in the upper rooms of the Masonic temple on East Center street. There was no alternative, as the city offices had to be moved by January 27th in order to do business. Otherwise no funds for light and water and licenses for the current month could be collected. As near as can be learned the referendum petition filed with the clerk asked the board to rescind its action as to the wrecking of the old building, if not to refer it to the people. But there was not a with American money the damage done by the kalser's guns and the ruthless destruction of Northern France by his soldiers. This scheme, it is claimed by patriotic citizens throughout the country, has two purposes—one to cripple our own government by sending money out of the country needed to finance the war, and the other to relieve Germany of the responsibility of paying for its own frightfulness at the close of the war. The following statement has been issued by the Anaheim board: Anaheim, California, January 22, 1918. To the Patriotic Citizens of Anaheim, California: The Anaheim War Finance Board was organized by joint action of the Anaheim Board of Trade, Anaheim chapter of American Red Cross, and Anaheim Liberty Loan committee, for the purpose of passing upon the merits of all proposals for securing money in this community for war activities, and also for the purpose of assisting in securing subscriptions for such funds as are approved. In accordance with the above purposes, the Anaheim War Finance board is called upon to pass judgement on the merits of the campaign now under way by an organization known as the "Rebuilders of France" to secure subscriptions to a fund to be used for the purpose of rebuilding the cities of France which have been destroyed by the enemy. It is the unanimous decision of this board that we recommend to the patriotic citizens of this community that they should not contribute to this fund at this time. In common with the whole body of the American people, we deeply sympathize with the sufferings of the brave French people, and at the proper time, and in the proper way, we would urge our people to assist financially in re-establishing the people of the devastated parts of France. But we deem it important that no such action such as that contemplated by the "Rebuilders of France" should be undertaken at this time by the American people. When the armies and navies of the United States and our allies have won a complete and enduring victory, one of the conditions of peace will be that of reparation for the wrongs done by the enemy, including the destruction of the cities in Northern France. For the American people at this time to undertake the work of rebuilding the French cities destroyed by the enemy, But this is not a war measure. On contrary it is a peace measure—to come after peace and as a peace condition. We therefore advise that no contribution be made to any fund which has in view the reparation of damage done in France by the enemy, except as such funds are actually used in helping to bring the war to a victorious conclusion by our army and navy and those of our allies. Our government can be relied upon to take proper steps in anything which will materially assist in winning such victory. Anaheim War Finance Board, By THOMAS CRAWFORD, Chairman, By J. H. WHITAKER, Secretary. LIEUT. HATFIELD WRITES FROM FRONT IN FRANCE Troops Experiencing Genuine Winter Weather In His Region George Hatfield has received another letter from his brother, Lieut. Leland S. Hatfield, who writes under date of Dec. 21, from somewhere in France. Lee is just recovering from a serious illness when confined him to a hospital for two weeks. He insinuates that he would enjoy a few days of Southern California weather as the ground where he is covered with a four-inch blanket of snow, and everything is frozen up solid. "I am getting along fine with my work," he says. "My company is going ahead in great shape. This does not seem very much like Christmas. I have got a tree for my men and the officers were all put to work trying to get some tobacco for them, but Bull Durham was all they could find, and not much of that. Please ask John Ziegler the name of his native town and department. I may be near there now. (Mr. Ziegler, by the way, is an Alsacian) Mall is a little slow reaching us now, your letter of Nov. 13 reaching me a week ago. I shall be very glad to get the Anaheim papers. My address is First Lieut. Leland S. Hatfield, M. G. Co., 23rd Inft., American Expeditionary Forces, via New York." A NEW REGULATION Elections for school trustees have heretofore been held in a somewhat haphazard fashion. No provisions have been made by law for nominations nor for a uniform printing of municipal home in the upper rooms of the Masonic temple on East Center street. There was no alternative, as the city offices had to be moved by January 27th in order to do business. Otherwise no funds for light and water and licenses for the current month could be collected. As near as can be learned the referendum petition filed with the clerk asked the board to rescind its action as to the wrecking of the old building, if not to refer it to the people. But there was not a word said against moving out of the old structure. In view of the fact that the councilmen have taken official cognizance of the unsafe condition of the building—the same having been condemned by a committee of expert mechanics three years ago—the members of the board were loath to remain under its roof any longer than the law would allow. It is recalled that Long Beach has already paid out over a million dollars in damages, caused by the collapse of her municipal building at the pier, several years ago, and the end is not yet. The conditions here are the same. Should anyone receive injuries by the collapse of this old structure, the city would be held liable for heavy damages, and in all probability the individual trustees would be held personally liable. On Monday the place was vacated by the city and new quarters have been established in the Masonic Temple, where the city's business will be transacted. What effect the referendum will have upon the erection of a new city hall time will tell. There present Mayor Schneider, Trustees Stark, Cook, Brunworth and Dwyer. Attorney Ames was absent. Trustee Brunworth of the finance committee reported auditing bills against the city in the amount of $2,111362 for which warrants were ordered drawn. A bill for $280, presented by Marshal Kellenberger, the same being costs and attorney fees in the case of Kern vs. Kellenberger, was held up until the next meeting. Mr. Kellonberger addressed the board, saying he was personally unable to pay the bill. He was of the opinion that the council should back up its police officers, when they were brought into court to defend their actions as guardians of the peace. The bill will be referred to the city attorney. A communication was received from the Byron Jackson company, asking for the final payment for the pump re- the "Rebuilders of France" should be undertaken at this time by the American people. When the armies and navies of the United States and our allies have won a complete and enduring victory, one of the conditions of peace will be that of reparation for the wrongs done by the enemy, including the destruction of the cities in Northern France. For the American people at this time to undertake the work of rebuilding the French cities destroyed by the enemy, would be exactly as if we agreed to pay the fine and mitigate the crime of a law breaker in advance of his trial and sentence. We are unalterably opposed to such a policy, which would condone a crime and assist a criminal to escape just and deserved punishment for his wrong doing. While we realize that very many loyal and right hearted citizens have joined in the movement known as the "Rebuilders of France," we are of the opinion that they have not given this important matter a sufficient consideration, but have permitted their great sympathy for the stricken people of France to blind them to the true intent of the movement which they have endorsed. It is also perfectly apparent to us that certain newspapers, of known pro-enemy sympathies, have taken advantage of the willingness of the American people to assist our French allies, and are using that willingness in an effort to secure a camouflage which would hide their real purpose from the American people. The time has gone past when we can afford to mince words in dealing with war problems. The matter is too important to permit any of us to speak softly regarding activities which are A NEW REGULATION Elections for school trustees have heretofore been held in a somewhat tap hazard fashion. No provisions have been made by law for nominations nor for a uniform printing of ballots. As a result the public has often not had adequate notice of candidates before the day of election. In an interview with Wm. H. Chambers who has been clerk of the Anaheim school district for the past eight years, he states that a new clause has been added to the state law governing the election of trustees which provides (1) that the county superintendent of schools shall supply each school district under his jurisdiction with uniform blank ballots into which local boards shall insert, or provide for inserting, the names of candidates, (2) that all candidates for the office of trustee shall file with the clerk of the board a written notice of intention; signed by the candidate, at least five days prior to the date of the election, (3) that in districts employing more than two teachers booths must be provided for a secret ballot. Mr. Chambers further states that the time of election has been changed from the first Friday in April to the last Friday in March. This change is made so that persons registered on the old register may vote. This register is cancelled on April first of the even numbered years. W. E. Alexander made a business trip to Arizona last week. A communication was received from the Byron Jackson company, asking for the final payment for the pump recently installed at the power plant. As the pump has not as yet been given a final test payment of the bill was held up. Max Nebelung was granted permission to move a building from South Lemon street to North Lemon street. Eugene H. Adams tendered his resignation as engineer at the power plant. Mr. Adams stated that his three and a half years in the employ of the city has been pleasant, but that he is making a change from a salary view point. Mr. Adams has accepted a position with the sugar company in their electrical department. The resignation was accepted. His successor has not as yet been appointed. A communication was received from the California Traffic Officers association defining their purposes, and stating that it is their aim to have drafted universal state laws regulating auto traffic. Much remains to be done and a delegation must be sent to the legislature to use all honorable means to have the desired laws placed upon the statute books. Funds for incidentals are needed and the association asked that the city assist as far as possible. Marshal Kellenberger, who attended the recent convention of the association at Oakland addressed the board in reference to the good work ZETTE 18 NUMBER 15 CLOSED INTO CHARTERS SUNDAY MRS. IN MASONIC PLACE TO BUSINESS OLD CITY HALLLAYED BY REF-PETITION operatively ordained a month ago, the meeting on Thursday City Clerk Merritt gave over to the new upper rooms of the East Center no alternative, as to be moved by order to do business. for light and wafthe current month As near as can be medium petition filed the board to re- ties to the wrecking if not to refer it there was not a contemplated by the traffic officers' association. The trustees voted that $10 be forwarded. A communication was received from the Dalton Adding Machine company, agreeing to keep the machines in repair for $8 per annum. No action. It was ordered that the city attorney represent the city when the Gas company's request for a higher rate comes up before the railroad commission. The hearings will no doubt come up in the near future. Other cities in Southern California it is said are taking similar action. At a recent meeting the council instructed Engineer Steward to investigate the advisability of extending South Claudina street two blocks south. The extension would carry the street across the Southern Pacific's tracks and also the land reservation upon which the packing houses are located. The purpose of the extension was to afford better road facilities in and out of that immediate section. Mr. Steward reported that opposition to the extension was voiced by Mr. Sandilands, of the California Citrus Fruit Association. Mr. Sandilands said his company has in view the erection of more units there to handle their rapidly increasing business and the land would be needed for these new buildings. Consequently he was opposed to the opening up of the new street. However the council believed the benefits would be greater than the damage by reason of having the new street ANOTHER CHANGE IN BANKING CIRCLES A. B. McCORD OF GERMAN AMERICAN BANK, ELECTED CASHIER OF ANAHEIM NATIONAL E. E. SMITH FILLING THE POSITION AT G.A., BUT WILL PROBABLY GO TO WAR Another change in banking circles that came as a surprise to the people of this city was made Saturday when A. B. McCord severed his connection with the German American bank on that day, having accepted the position offered him by the directors of the Anaheim National as cashier of that institution. The cashiership of the Anaheim National has been vacant since H. A. Krause was called to the colors several months ago, but on his return from the eastern camp where he was discharged by the exemption board, Krause did not assume his former duties but accepted a position in The upper rooms of the office on East Center were no alternative, as he had to be moved by order to do business. He was for light and wafting the current month. As near as can be determined petition filed against the board to recess to the wrecking of it. If not to refer it there was not a moving out of the view of the fact that have taken official unsafe condition of some having been committee of expert years ago—the member loath to remain longer than the It is recalled that already paid out over them damages, caused other municipal build several years ago, and that the conditions should anyone refuse the collapse of this city would be held damages, and in all individual trustees reasonably liable. Place was vacated by quarters have been the Masonic Temple, business will be transacted the referendum the erection of a new tell. Present Mayor Schneidler, Cook, Brunworth Burney Ames was aboard of the finance related auditing bills in the amount of $2, warrants were or presented by Marsh, the same being any fees in the case submerger, was held up meeting. Mr. Kellen-the board, saying he unable to pay the bill. Union that the council units police officers, brought into court actions as guardians the bill will be referred they. Union was received from union company, asking intent for the pump re- Steward reported that opposition to the extension was voiced by Mr. Sandilands, of the California Citrus Fruit association. Mr. Sandilands said his company has in view the erection of more units there to handle their rapidly increasing business and the land would be needed for these new buildings. Consequently he was opposed to the opening up of the new street. However the council believed the benefits would be greater than the damage by reason of having the new street and ordered the engineer to carry out the extension as per previous instructions. City Clerk Merritt asked that two additional clerks be furnished him temporarily to check up names on a petition filed in his office. The nature of the same was not disclosed, but presumably it is the referendum petition. The request was granted. Should the clerk find the names sufficient he will present the petition to the council at their next meeting. If not, the same will be referred back to the petitioners for correction. Should the petition be found correct, and according to law, the trustees will have ten days to answer. It is understood that the petition asks the board to rescind their action as to the wrecking of the old city hall building; if not, to refer the proposition to the people. The matter will be given due consideration by the trustees. John Cook stated that property owners on South Walnut street desired to replace the present street lights with ornamental lights, similar to those in the business section. The request was granted and the electrician was instructed to make the desired changes in the furnishing of juice. The property owners furnish all the material necessary. Engineer Adams reported that a number of inquiries had been made into the disposal of the unused machinery at the power house. One man had offered $1200 for two boilers, but his offer was refused. The trustees met at the plant on Friday and arranged a schedule of prices to be asked for the machinery. The engineer in charge will thus be guided by these prices when dealing with intending purchasers. There is a brisk demand for boilers and those on hand are expected to bring their full cash value. There is also a demand for all kinds of second hand machinery and the city expects to drive good bargains in the disposal of the unused units of the power plant. when A. B. McCord severed his connection with the German American bank on that day, having accepted the position offered him by the directors of the Anaheim National as cashier of that institution. The cashiership of the Anaheim National has been vacant since H. A. Krause was called to the colors several months ago, but on his return from the eastern camp where he was discharged by the exemption board, Krause did not assume his former duties but accepted a position in Los Angeles. Mr. McCord came to Anaheim nearly six years ago, having been elected cashier of the German American bank on the retirement of C. A. Boege. He had been connected with one or two of the large city banks for a number of years, and proved himself a valuable member of the financial circle of this city. He was cashier of the German American from the day of his arrival here until Saturday, and aided materially in the rapid growth of that institution. Since his arrival here McCord has taken a prominent part in civic affairs being always willing to do his part in advancing the interests of the city. He was one of the foremost workers in organizing the Red Cross charter here and helped to bring its membership up to the present gratifying figure. He was chairman of the soliciting committee of the Second Liberty loan drive, and the fact that Anaheim went 100 per cent above its allotment was due in a great measure to his indefatigable work. At the last annual election of the board of trade he was chosen president for the year 1918. Mr. McCord carries with him to his new position the good wishes of the stockholders and the numerous customers of the German American, many of whom he has served since he came to Anaheim. E. E. Smith, assistant cashier, will act as cashier of that bank for the present. JUNIOR COLLEGE NOTES (By A. Howard) The Junior College celebrated the completion of the first semester's work with a party Saturday evening, January 26. Decorations and games were a general take-off on the Idyllwild trip which the members and guests present had enjoyed about three weeks ago. The music and dining rooms were used for the occasion. Music and games were the main forms of amusement during the evening. In ANAHEIM ICE PLAN DESTROYED BY FIRE Blaze Started After Midnight and Origin is Unknown Shortly after midnight Sunday night a fire of unknown origin broke out in the Anaheim Ice Company's plant on Chartres street, and before it was gotten under control the establishment was almost completely destroyed. H. A. Dickel was one of the first to see it, and he aroused the neighborhood by firing several shots. The entire building was burned with the exception of a cold storage room which was built of brick. In this room the Anaheim Beef & Provision company had stored a large quantity of meat which was protected by the brick walls and was uninjured. The main part of the building with its machinery, apparatus, etc was completely destroyed as well as the pumping plant, a water tank and a big delivery wagon that stood near the building. The ice plant was started two years ago by Dr. W. S. McFarlane, who sold it some months ago to Mrs. Laura B. Resh. There was no insurance on the place, and Mrs. Resh's loss is a heavy one. How the fire started is (By A. Howard) The Junior College celebrated the completion of the first semester's work with a party Saturday evening, January 26. Decorations and games were a general take-off on the Idyll-wild trip which the members and guests present had enjoyed about three weeks ago. The music and dining rooms were used for the occasion. Music and games were the main forms of amusement during the evening. In the hunt for "Tracy" which caused much excitement, Mr. Hemmerling found the most and received the prize which was a picture of "Tracy." Later in the evening all adjourned to the dining room where refreshments were served. Those present were the Junior College members, Mr. and Mrs. Malcolm, and Miss Cain class teachers, Miss Winters, Mr. and Mrs. Prince Miss Elnch, Miss Rivers and Mr. and Mrs. Clayes and son Alfred. Monday officers for the ensuing semester were elected by the J. C. The officers elected are: President—Walter Hemmerling. Vice Pres.—Muriel Arkley. Secretary—Adele Howard. Treasurer—Jack Abbott. altogether unknown, but Mrs. Resh is inclined to the opinion that it was the work of an incendiary. Attorney H. G. Ames was confined to his home with a bad cold the latter part of last week. Mr. and Mrs. N. H. Mitchell were up from Long Beach Tuesday looking after business interests. They are making preparations to put a fine show front in the second room of the new Mitchell block.