anaheim-gazette 1918-10-24

VOLUME XXXXVII CHRISTMAS GIFTS MUST BE SENT EARLY PACKAGES FOR SOLDIERS OVERSEAS MUST REACH NEW YORK BEFORE NOVEMBER 15 ONLY ONE SMALL BOX WILL BE PERMITTED FOR EACH SAMMY Postmasters have received full instructions regarding the mailing of Christmas packages to the men overseas. While it is desirable, the government says, that each man serving in the American Expeditionary Forces in Europe shall receive a remembrance from home at Christmas time, the Postoffice Department advises that because of transportation and distribution difficulties, only one parcel of standard size and weight can be sent to each. The following conditions have been prescribed: Each soldier or other member of the Brooklyn, N. Y., and the words, "Christmas box" or "Christmas present." Parcels prepared and addressed in accordance with the foregoing will be chargeable with fourth-class or parcel post zone rate applicable between post-office where mailed and Brooklyn, N. Y. No perishable food products other than those packed in tin containers should be included in Christmas parcels. They should be mailed so as to reach Bush Terminal Station not later than November 15. DR. HAUCK HONORED BY FULLERTON CITIZENS Presented With a Wrist Watch On His Departure for War. Thursday evening of last week some 50 members of the Home Guard and members of the High School board and of the Liberty Loan committee met at Fullerton H. S. cafeteria where an elegant spread was served in honor of Dr. E. W. Hauck, who has been called to the colors and who is expected to leave any day. A. E. Stuelke was toastmaster and after a few appropriate words he introduced L. B. Steward, president of the high school board, who delivered a fine talk. This was followed by Second Lieutenant Fred Hezmalhalch, of the Guard Row Station, C. E. ANAH When annoheim's assessmenLoan was $394come frighteneculean task,thefigure could nehowever,whoothe loan,wasshould againmsuch purposeevening,severacame to an erlittle paint brigfigures on oursubscriptiwas$101,000gofus. When theports Thursdaywe had gone mover the top,siren and varieth themselves logand all Anahstartled peopleon fire andthegiving voice toBut Anah ing.Southern While it is desirable, the government says, that each man serving in the American Expeditionary Forces in Europe shall receive a remembrance from home at Christmas time, the Postoffice Department advises that because of transportation and distribution difficulties, only one parcel of standard size and weight can be sent to each. The following conditions have been prescribed: Each soldier or other member of the force will be allowed to receive one Christmas parcel, for which purpose he will be furnished, through army channels, a "Christmas parcel label," bearing his correct name and address, and also the name of the person designated to mail the parcel. The labels furnished each soldier or other member of the American Expeditionary Forces will be sent by him to the person who is to mail the Christmas parcel. No Christmas parcel for members of the force abroad will be accepted without such label. All Christmas packages must be of standard size, three inches by four inches by nine inches, and shall not exceed three pounds in weight, for which purpose cartons of the size prescribed will be distributed through the local Red Cross chapters throughout the country. No person will be furnished a carton except upon the presentation of a "Christmas parcel label" received from abroad. The parcel must contain no prohibited or unmailable articles. Perishable food products are not permitted. After the cartons are filled by the persons who receive them they must be returned to a Red Cross receiving station, where inspectors appointed by the Red Cross will carefully examine each parcel and supervise its wrapping and the affixing of the "Christmas parcel label" and the necessary postage stamps, the latter to be furnished by the sender of the parcel. When the parcels are packed the Red Cross will affix to each a certificate in the form of a seal showing that the parcel has been inspected and contains no prohibited or unmailable articles. Such certificates will be accepted by the postal service and army authorities as evidence that the parcels conform to the conditions prescribed. The parcels must be left at the Red Cross receiving station, which will deposit them in the mails for dispatch. Parcels will be chargeable with postage at fourth class, or parcel-post rate applicable between the off-seas. McFADDEN RETIRES FROM BOARD OF DIRECTORS Water Company Accepts His Resignation at Saturday's Meeting Because he is now in training for war work T. L. McFadden tendered his resignation as a member of the directorate of the Anaheim Union Water Company at a meeting of the board Saturday, and the same was accepted. Agreement with the Yorba irrigation covering change in gate at their intake was read and on motion duly seconded the president and secretary were instructed to sign same after the Yorba people had executed it. Motion duly seconded the superintendent was instructed to raise the south side of open cement ditch on West Ball road at P. K. Krick's intake. Communication from Engineer Sherwood to W. H. Oliver, engineer Santa Fe Co., was received and filed. Motion duly seconded the superintendent was instructed to proceed at once with the protection work at the members of the High School board and of the Liberty Loan committee met at Fullerton H. S. cafeteria where an elegant spread was served in honor of Dr. E. W. Hauck, who has been called to the colors and who is expected to leave any day. A. E. Stuelke was toastmaster and after a few appropriate words he introduced L. B. Steward, president of the high school board, who delivered a fine talk. This was followed by Second Lieutenant Fred Hezmalhalch, of the Home Guard, Rev. Statom, F. C. Krause and First Lieutenant George Trener, of the Home Guard, who made the presentation of the elegant wrist watch which had been purchased for Dr. Hauck. Mr. Treher's talk was not a long one, but was full of good things. Dr. Hauck responded in his usual pleasant manner and about the first thing he said was how he wished Mrs. Hauck could have been present to hear what a great man she had. This of course brought a big laugh. The Dr. wound up with an elegant talk and said he was going into the army with no hatred for the German people, but with the idea of helping to destroy Prussian militarism and crushing the unequal laws of Germany and carrying to those ill-advised people higher ideals. The singing of "The Star Spangled Fanner" brought the gathering to a close. There were 2,650 chasers of bonds in trict, but it is important that subscribed above $776,000 town and district described, follow Mr. Bisby ma... that the parcel has been inspected and contains no prohibited or unmailable articles. Such certificates will be accepted by the postal service and army authorities as evidence that the parcels conform to the conditions prescribed. The parcels must be left at the Red Cross receiving station, which will deposit them in the mails for dispatch. Parcels will be chargeable with postage at fourth class, or parcel-post zone rate, applicable between the offices where mailed and Hoboken, N. J., to be prepaid with stamps affixed. Parcels may bear inscriptions, such as "Please do not open until Christmas," "Merry Christmas," "Happy New Year," "With best wishes," etc. In order to assure the arrival of Christmas parcels abroad and the delivery to the addresses by Christmas, all such parcels must be mailed on or before November 15. The Navy Department has advised that parcels intended for officers and men on United States naval vessels in home waters and abroad or stationed at naval bases or stations in foreign waters should conform to the following conditions: Parcels may not exceed twenty pounds in weight and must be prepared for mailing that the contents can be readily examined. Substantial boxes or other suitable containers should be used. The parcel must bear the name and address of the sender in the upper left-hand corner, or the address side, and be addressed in the following manner: Name of addressee in full, together with rank and rating; the designation of vessel or station or naval base to which-addressee is attached, with the words, "Care of supply officer, fleet supply base, Twenty-ninth street and Third avenue, Bush Terminal Station, the president and secretary were instructed to sign same after the Yorba people had executed it. Motion duly seconded the superintendent was instructed to raise the south side of open cement ditch on West Ball road at P. K. Krick's intake. Communication from Engineer Sherwood to W. H. Oliver, engineer Santa Fe Co., was received and filed. Motion duly seconded the superintendent was instructed to proceed at once with the protection work at the head of ditch as outlined by the board of directors on their trip of inspection on the 17th of September. Report of the Amalgamated Oil Co., and the St. Helens Petroleum Co., for the month of September, were received and filed. Resignation of Thos. L. McFadden as a director of the company to take effect November 1, 1918, was received and on motion duly seconded same was accepted. OLD RELIABLE SEED HOUSE MOVES The Aggeler & Musser Seed Co. have moved their mail order, wholesale and retail stores and general offices to 620 South Spring Street, Los Angeles, less than a block and a half from the Pacific Electric Station. Among some of the firm's introductions that have proven big money makers are Chillan Watermelon, Anaheim Chill Pepper, White Rose Potato, California Pearl Cauliflower, Winningstadt Cabbage, and the Los Angeles Market Lettuce, the lotter now worth well above $1,000,000 annually to the growers of the Southwest. The School Garden Number of the 25th Garden Annual of the Aggeler & Musser Seed Company answers fully 1,000 questions concerning seeds and how to grow them and is sent free on request. "Vote NO on 19" has become thousands of ears in Southern Californiad that this Am entitled "Land W realty a single t single tax advocated States have as the state on liquitous theories single taxers ad drastic measures ANAHEIM AGAIN MADE GOOD When announcement was made that Anaheim's assessment in the Fourth Liberty Loan was $394,150, people who always become frightened when confronted by a Herculean task, timidly declared that such a figure could never be reached. The workers, however, who had been appointed to float the loan, was determined that Anaheim should again make good, and they worked to such purpose that at 5 o'clock Saturday evening, several hours before the campaign came to an end, Fred Gresswell, with his little paint brush, proclaimed in big black figures on our talismanic thermometer, that our subscriptions totalled $495,000. This was $101,000 greater than the sum required of us. When the captains turned in their reports Thursday morning it was found that we had gone more than twenty-five thousand over the top, consequently at noon the fire siren and various whistles and bells turned themselves loose and created a merry din, and all Anaheim rejoiced as soon as the startled people learned that the city was not on fire and the whistles and bells were merely giving voice to our patriotism. But Anaheim is not alone in its rejoicing. Southern California, which was... When the captains turned in their reports Thursday morning it was found that we had gone more than twenty-five thousand over the top, consequently at noon the fire siren and various whistles and bells turned themselves loose and created a merry din, and all Anaheim rejoiced as soon as the startled people learned that the city was not on fire and the whistles and bells were merely giving voice to our patriotism. But Anaheim is not alone in its rejoicing. Southern California, which was required to raise seventy-two million dollars has beat that figure by ten millions. More than fifteen thousand persons in Orange county purchased bonds, and Chairman Bisby reported Saturday evening, long before the final wind-up, that the subscriptions in this county totalled $3,583,450, being $776,000 more than our quota. Every city, town and district in the county over-subscribed, following being the figures when Mr. Bisby made his report: | Towns— | Quota | No. Subs. | Amt. Sub'ed | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Anaheim | $394,150 | 2,633 | $495,000 | | Brea | 19,900 | 300 | 76,750 | | Fullerton | 272,550 | 1,500 | 411,000 | | Garden Grove | 34,650 | 393 | 55,350 | | Huntington Beach | 51,450 | 525 | 66,000 | | La Habra | 34,750 | 234 | 53,900 | | Newport Beach | 15,700 | 345 | 35,350 | | Orange | 363,250 | 2,285 | 416,150 | | Olive | 19,300 | 154 | 23,200 | | Placentia | 57,250 | 373 | 74,750 | | Santa Ana | 1,472,250 | 5,653 | 1,781,650 | | Tustin | 57,700 | 350 | 69,600 | | Yorba Linda | 14,250 | 265 | 28,500 | Total: $2,807,150 15,019 $3,583,450 Districts With Quota Clearing Through Above Banks Towns— Subscriptions Quotas Bolaa $15,300 $4,300 Balboa $9,850 $4,350 East Newport $3,750 $1,700 El Toro $56,000 $24,750 THE HEAVYWEIGHT BONDHOLDERS There were 2,651 individual purchasers of bonds in the Anaheim district, but it is impossible to print the entire list. Following are those who subscribed above $500: Anaheim Sugar Co. $20,000 County of Orange $14,050 J. B. Neff $10,000 J. B. Neff $10,000 Union Oil Co. $7,000 Richard Melrose $6,000 Thos. Crawford $6,000 Miss Annie Crawford $5,100 W. A Dolan $2,500 Jos. Fiscus $2,500 John Hartung $2,000 Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Holcomb $2,000 Dr. H. A. Johnston $2,000 Mr. and Mrs. F. Keallher $4,000 S. S. Ball $2,000 A. G. Langenberger $2,500 J. D. Lavin $2,800 Los Alamitos Sugar Co. $5,000 Andrews, Anaheim Laundry, Anaheim Beef & Provision Co., F. A. Backs Jr., Mrs. Jennie Baert, Fred C. Benjamin Dr. J. L. Beebe, Aug. Bercot, E. F. Bloodgood, Mr. and Mrs. John H. Brunsworth, M. J. Bradley, V. A. Browning, John Cook, F. C. Craft, Dr. L. C. Deming, W. M. Dellissen, J. J. Dwyer, John Eells, Mrs. R. M. Fay, Sarah J. Fay, Mr. and Mrs. F.N.Gibbs, D.B Gregory, Mr. and Mrs.C.A Griggs, J.W.Harpster,C.M.Hollingshead,M.r and Mrs.Henry Husman,H.E.Hunt,D.Jessurun.J.Luclen Jones.Wm.Klausing.J.P.Mayhew,N.H MichelDr.Wm.P.Myers,j.M.McDuell,C.A.PaxtonJohnPiper,j.B Rea.W.H.Rockwell,S.Q.R.Rstore.Wm.Schumacher,Henry J.Schulte,G.M.Simpson So.CalEdisonCo.,Mr and Mrs.C.G.Sparks,Sperry Flour Co.,Mrs.M.A.SpencerStewart Fruit J.C.CallowayJim Carroll Jr.,Mr and Mrs.E.N.CookW.J.Jole,B.Dauser,Louis DahlmanSamuel Dick,Dixie Ranch Co.,Mrs.M.E.DowningMr and Mrs.D.J.Donnelly,Geo.E.DuttonMr and Mrs.N.M.Durkee,L.B.EastonMr and Mrs.F.T.Edmiston,B.P.O.OlksNo1345,R.WErnestAnna Everhardy,H.J.FayandbrotherWm.FalkensteinW.L.Finney,L.L gates,A.B.Gilbert,G.H.GoodaleGriffith Lumber Co.,W.M.GrayTheoGreger,Henriette E.Gregory,A.H Gunnett,C.F.Grimandfamily Albert Graham,B.Hartfield,N.W.HatfieldR.H.Hannah,mr and Mrs.H.O.Henderson,C.L Head,L.E.Heln,Fred Hess,A.H.HeylingEmma HeylingRomberg JensenChas.F.FonesC.P.J JohnsonMr,and Mrs.Max W. One year of South Africa an ANSI station or Elvinville of the w At 8 same day America trenchers These r American by Gen. Since lan serpent turned since the occupied in fought. WE As a by Chase the Los a few w well prepared$50,$ooo The Attorney llam former superiors The statemen DON'T FAIL TO SWAT THE SINGLE TAX. "Vote NO on Amendment Number 19" has become the slogan of many thousands of earnest men and women in Southern California who have learned that this Amendment Number 19, entitled "Land Values Taxation," is in reality a single tax measure, and that single tax advocates all over the United States have singled out California as the state on which to try the inquisitious theories of the socialistic single taxers at a time when such drastic measures are entirely uncalled for and would do great harm. As it appears from the literature of the California single tax advocates, the movement this year is known as "The Great Adventure," and in all the literature sent out by them, these adventures on an unknown and uncharted sea declare that it is their intention to disrupt the whole financial system of the State of California, and throw it into chaos, because they believe that have it for the taking. by so doing the owners of land out of use will have to relinquish this ownership, and everybody who wants land can have it for the taking. The single taxers of California, a peculiar lot, distinguished from other single tax theorists by their tendency towards extreme socialism, assert that they would aid the war by putting people at work on millions of idle acres. But they do not say, nor do they, perhaps, care where these people would get the buildigs, implements, stock, or seed necessary to work the land, if they are deprived of the possibility of borrowing any money on the land. By taxing land, and land only, the single taxpayers expect to raise all of the revenues necessary to carry on the BARNS DESTROYED BY EARLY MORNING FIRE Two horses, Automobile and Much Hay and Feed Consumed Two barns belonging to Paul and Louis Frahm on the county road just outside the city limits, were totally destroyed by fire early Monday morning, together with most of the contents. The Frahm's live on adjoining lots, consequently the barns are not far apart. The blaze was discovered shortly before 2 o'clock in the morning in P. Frahm's barn, and a call was sent into the city for the fire department. It responded with alacrity but could use nothing but chemicals, as there were no hydrants outside the city. The second barn was ablaze when the engine arrived, but the boys succeeded in preventing its spread to other buildings. Paul Frahm lost two horses, an automobile, some wagons and farm machinery, twenty tons of hay and some feed. Louis Frahm managed to save his horses but lost a quantity of hay, feed, etc. The loss to both men is a heavy one. The origin of the fire is unknown as none of the family was near the barn in which it started at so late an hour. It is presumed some hobo was responsible for it. OFF FOR WAR NO DEATHS YET FROM FLU IN ANAHEIM THREE OR FOUR NEW CASES A DAY REPORTED, BUT ARE GENERALLY IN MILD FORM. BAN ON CHURCHES, SCHOOLS AND PUBLIC MEETINGS. .MUST CONTINUE IN FORCE Twenty-three cases of Spanish influenza were reported to City Health Officer Truxaw last week, and new cases are developing at the rate of only three or four per day. No deaths have yet occurred that could be attributed directly to the epidemic, and it is not anticipated the disease will be very serious in Anaheim provided the people are careful and take necessary precautionary measures. The doctor's proclamation, issued last week, should be carefully read and followed to the letter. Strict observance of these orders will undoubtedly prevent the spread of the djasease, assist in stamping it out, and possibly save lives. Here are the instructions OFF FOR WAR The following boys were entrained at Fullerton this week by the local exemption board, having been sent to Fort Rosecrans, San Diego: Charles Leo Porter, Placentia. Harry S. Gibbs, Whittier. Earl W.-Alling, Anaheim. Loren W. Smith, Seal Beach. John J. Vetter, Anaheim. Harry Clabaugh, Anaheim. Daniel E. Chapman, Los Angeles. Edgar J. Hartung, Anaheim. Fred Yoern, Anaheim. ANNIVERSARY OF FIRST SHOT. One year ago Sergt. Alexander Ray of South Bend, Ind., pulled the lanyard of an American gun in a battery position on a muddy hill northwest of Einville, firing the first American shot of the war into the German lines. At 8 o'clock on the evening of the same day, the first detachment of American infantrymen entered trenches along the Rhine-Marne canal. These men were units of the first American division, then commanded by Gen. Sibert. Since that time the red headed Indian sergeant has been home and returned again to his company. And since that time the first division has occupied six other sectors, participating in practically every big engagement in which American soldiers have fought. WERDIN WANTS DAMAGES. As an aftermath of charges made by Chairman John J. Hamilton of the Los Angeles board of supervisors a few weeks ago, naming E. R. Werdin, well-known contractor, a suit was prepared in which Werdin will demand $50,000 damages for alleged libel. The complaint was prepared by Attorneys Louis Guernsey and William M. Brown, and according to the former, will be filed late today in the superior court. The complaint was based on a statement issued by Hamilton in have yet occurred that could be attributed directly to the epidemic, and it is not anticipated the disease will be very serious in Anaheim provided the people are careful and take necessary precautionary measures. The doctor's proclamation, issued last week should be carefully read and followed to the letter. Strict observance of these orders will undoubtedly prevent the spread of the disease, assist in stamping it out, and possibly save lives. Here are the instructions which you are expected to obey to the letter: "To avoid an epidemic of influenza in Anaheim it is hereby ordered that after Monday morning, October 14, all schools, churches, and moving picture shows be closed, and all public meetings, lodges and dances be prohibited until further notice. A few cases in the city and vicinity make preventative measures necessary. All infected individuals should remain at their homes and if possible, in a separate room from the rest of the family; and the family should avoid unnecessary contact with the patient and be particularly careful to guard their faces with a clean handkerchief or gauze mask when in immediate association with the patient. All suspicious cases should at once be reported to the health officer. Placarding the house is not necessary. The matter of quarantaine is handled as a simple isolation and not of complete quarantine. Patients may be released within a few days after subsidence of temperature, coughs and cessation of discharge from the nose. All persons who begin with fever, backache, or feel as if "taking cold," should go to their homes at once before they are liable to involve a large number of persons." Dr. Truxaw states that he would be glad to lift the ban on churches, schools and public meetings at the end of this week, but thinks it would be unwise to do so. The state authorities have closed all theatres by an edict, consequently local health officers have no control over them. Some people are inclined to regard the "flu" as a joke, others take it too seriously and are unnecessarily frightening themselves. As a matter of fact the chief danger comes from afflicted persons being too careless and permitting it to develop into pneumonia. Many deaths are occurring in northern climates, but in the milder latitude it should not prove very serious if patients use precaution. If you get the symptoms don't try to head it off with old-time remedies. Send by Chairman John J. Hamilton of the Los Angeles board of supervisors a few weeks ago, naming E. R. Werdin, well-known contractor, a suit was prepared in which Werdin will demand $50,000 damages for alleged libel. The complaint was prepared by Attorneys Louis Guernsey and William M. Brown, and according to the former, will be filed late today in the superior court. The complaint was based on a statement issued by Hamilton in which he accused Werdin of offering to see that he was re-elected to office "without expense to himself" in consideration of supporting a proposed increase in salary of two deputies working in the office of Sheriff Cline. Hamilton later repeated his charges before the county grand jury. Werdin also was called as a witness and denied ever making such a statement, whereupon the matter was dropped. A RECORD BREAKER Several record-bearer carloads of government of the State of California, the counties, municipalities, school and irrigation districts, and all other public institutions. More than one hundred million dollars would have to be raised annually in this wayy. Not only that but the change would have to be effected in less than sixty days, for the amendment calls for the new order to be put in practice on January 1, 1919. It is absurd, and the people of California, now awake to the situation, are going to vote it down with a tremendous majority against Amendment Number 19, the single tax measure, entitled "Land Value Taxation." Orange county walnuts have gone forward the past few days, Garden Grove and Irvine both laying claim to honors. As long as records are going the round, Santa Ana got into the game, too, and Tuesday shipped a carload which beats them all, according to Secretary O. H. Burke of the Santa Ana Walnut Growers' Association. The Santa Ana car includes 600 sacks of No. 1 soft shell nuts, and weighs 60,000 pounds. It goes to Steubenville, Ohio, and brings the local association $16,800. In pre-war days a car used to consist of ten to fifteen tons, but since Uncle Sam took to requiring full loads the cars are filled to capacity, as witness the thirty-ton car sent out today. The Santa Ana association has shipped fourteen cars of nuts this season up tonight, and about sixty cars will be sent out during the season. Barbara Lucas, the 3½-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. P. G. Lucas, died Friday morning, funeral services being held Monday afternoon at Backs & Terry's.