anaheim-gazette 1919-05-15

LANDLEASING FOR MINERALS GOES MERRILY ON REPORT OF DRILLING NEAR HERE RECEIVING WIDE CIRCULATION AMONG OIL MEN Oil Operators Incline to Opinion Now That Oil May be Found All Along the Line From the Olinda Hills to the Sea. After reading and marveling at the wonderful development in the oil fields that fringe the northern rim of this prolific county for the past several years keen sighted citizens now observe with delight that perchance analogous conditions exist further down the valley and believe that the oil stratum is right here in this vicinity and all it needs for ocular demonstration is the grit and determination of shrewd oil men to go after it. As reported in this paper a few weeks ago a persistent rumor gained credence that a company had started drilling in the area just north of this city. Word comes that the report is receiving wide circulation and that a large oil company has leased a large tract of land in the vicinity of the sugar factory, but the identity of the concern nor the extent of the holdings could not be learned. These activities in what is classed as wildcat territory are usually closely guarded and are not for general information, for very obvious reasons. Old barley on thin land was too far gone for the rain late in April to help it. All of the barley on last year's bean land and summer fallowed land was still in good shape, and with the half-inch of rain that fell in April that barley began to shoot and most of it is still healthy green and growing rapidly. While a lot of it will not do for grain, it is making hay right now and making it fast. WHITE SLAVE TRADE Three Mexican girls, all under 15 years of age have disappeared within the past week in Orange county, none of whom have been found, and only one of the alleged abductors has been taken into custody. That the girls are victims of a white slave gang operating among the Mexican population is considered as a possibility by the officers. The first dissappearance was reported from Buena Park, where it was charged a Mexican man had taken a 14-year old girl with him, and disappeared. The second girl to disappear was Ramona Samilpa, aged 13, daughter of Theodore Samilpa of 1032 Lincoln street, Santa Ana. It is alleged that she was taken to Los Angeles by Guillermo Guitierrez, who was arrested on his return to Santa Ana, charged with child stealing. He promised to take the officers to where the girl was staying in the Mexican quarter in Los Angeles, but she was not there and it is believed she has been spiritited away. The third case is that of Emedina Rivas, also aged 13, daughter of Juan Rivas of Lincoln street. Rivas has secured a 'child-stealing complaint against Jesus Aguillera, but neither he... NEW FARMERS ORGANIZATION A new State-wide organization of farmers was recently launched at Stocton, under the guidance and initiative, nargely, of Mr. Albert Lindley of that place, and in conjunction with the local Chamber of Commerce there. The new organization is known as the Farm Owners and Operators' Association, and proposes to get such factors together in the various counties, grouping them somewhat by counties, for the purpose of having an effective State-wide farmers' organization here. From this all political and other interests will be entirely excluded, and it is announced that the plan will be for the purpose of jointly advancing the views and purposes of the farming community in California, in connection with legislative and other such general matters. CROP ROTATION If any farmer still doubts the ad- LARGEST SARDINE CANNERY IN THE WORLD Among the progressive industries of this country is that which has to do with the canning of fish—sardines, salmon, etc. Investigation of the possibilities of the fish industry in Southern California resulted in finding that the finest sardines in the world were found in California waters. As a consequence a plant was built and placed in operation at East San Pedro, California. This new plant has a capacity of 7,000 to 8,000 cases per day, and 700 to 1,000 hands are employed during the busy season. The company has its own fishing fleet of 80 boats, which operate in California waters. Some 350 men are employed on these boats. The principal business of this cannery is the canning of fancy sardines in imported olive oil, and the canning of tuna fish. But they also have a special salt fish department, and also manufacture fish oil and fertilizer as by-products. GALA DAY AT SEAL BEACH Next Saturday evening, May 17, will be a gala day at Seal Beach, the occasion being a May festival on a grand scale, to be given in the dancing pavilion. Sheridan Dupont, premier dancer of New York Winter Garden, and his company will be among the attractions. His principal number will be the Valse Classique which created a sensation as presented at Castle Inn. Leonora Schaefer, a talented and beautiful dancer will present "The Dance of the Hours;" Margaret and Julia Harrison will be seen in the "Spring Dance;" Doris Baker will be seen and heard in juvenile songs and dances. Another great attraction will be a Gulmerino Gutterrez, who was arrested on his return to Santa Ana, charged with child stealing. He promised to take the officers to where the girl was staying in the Mexican quarter in Los Angeles, but she was not there and it is believed she has been spirit-ed away. The third case is that of Emedina Rivas, also aged 13, daughter of Juan Rivas of Lincoln street. Rivas has secured a 'child-stealing complaint against Jesus Aguillera, but neither he nor the girl have been located. There is a big ground up in that once offered profitable oil well, of no account. Late years efforts fill it up by dump pacious maw, but chute had been opening and much has been sent down but still the apes and refuses to sh puzzled over the area are wondering justice is. The interesting humans up on the since such a large extent do these area where thousands ist, some of which ers. You want to keep the Jap. Right home store, a Jap restaurant and a Jap shop. Time was ago when an An on the street he w lamp him out of. The eat and drink and the young around, all upon of receiving a bid for a whirl at the chorean delights. In these days the story told o cerning that the "Pat,' asked Mism? "Ah, Mike," re is great. If I had I would give you ism, and if I had on that land, I w them," said Pat "Now, Pat," as you had two pigs "Hold on there Pat excitedly," "w pigs." Yet, and still, as if there will tutes which may worse'n ever. From this all political and other interests will be entirely excluded, and it is announced that the plan will be for the purpose of jointly advancing the views and purposes of the farming community in California, in connection with legislative and other such general matters. CROP ROTATION If any farmer still doubts the advisability of rotation of crops, if he still has any question as to whether or not farming of ground for beans one year bears a far better crop of barley the next year, he ought to take a trip down through the El Toro country and up into the Trabuco mesa lands and over into the Gubernador canyon, says the Register. All along the road from the Irvine line on the state highway are fields of barley, excepting those small portions that are still in brush and cactus. If one is at all familiar with what was growing last year on the different lands along the road, he is struck by the fact that last year's bean land is growing a good crop of barley this year, while most of the land, not all of it, that grew barley last year is the scene of a struggle for a showing. This year, being a dry year, the value of rotation is made plainer than was possible in two years succeeding each other, both of which were years of good rainfall. The land that had been worked for beans or had been summer fallowed without a crop gave the barley a much better start toward maturity and had advanced it further than had the land that was planted without the land being well worked. A lot of New York Winter Garden, and his company will be among the attractions. His principal number will be the Valse Classique which created a sensation as presented at Castle Inn. Leonora Schaefer, a talented and beautiful dancer will present "The Dance of the Hours;" Margaret and Julia Harrison will be seen in the "Spring Dance;" Doris Baker will be seen and heard in juvenile songs and dances. Another great attraction will be a Maypole Dance in which the children of the assembled cities will participate. Indications point to a most auspicious opening for the coming season at this popular seaside resort. Indications point to an unusually lively season at this popular seaside resort. ANAHEIM CHURCH Anaheim will soon have a new structure for its First Methodist Church, plans for which are being prepared by Norman F. Marsh, Los Angeles architect. The building, of frame and plaster construction, 80x120 feet, will cost $50,000. The auditorium, with a seating capacity of 1000, will be one story and the Sunday school portion two stories and basement There also will be classrooms, social hall and kindergarten departments. Four dollars a hundred is the prediction for the 1919 rice crop. Teh government has as yet set no guaranteed price but the situation looks favorable for a four cent market. The rice acreage has been increased in most of the sections where rice is grown. And They Say That is a grand idea of the city to appropriately celebrate the homecoming of the gallant young men who heard their country's call and went overseas to lay down their lives, if need be, in defense of their nation's honor This applies equally as well to all those who perchance did not see active service, but were here all dressed up and ready to go. They are all entitled to the best the city can give them. Let the coming event, which is scheduled for the near future, be one of which every citizen may well feel proud. The city dads are going after the guys who block traffic with a big stick. Complaint has been made against one man, and others no doubt will be brought on the carpet. The cluttering up sidewalks too needs looking after while the looking's good. When the cops hook onto that fellow Oliver, who is accused of having bats in the belfry, he should be sent to the big house, when he would not have so much chance to beat it. Oil derricks spring up over night in the Placentia section since the famous Chapman well was brought in some weeks ago. There is a big abandoned hole in the ground up in the Olinda oil fields that once offered evidence of being a profitable oil well, but turned out to be of no account. At different times of late years efforts have been made to fill it up by dumping sand into its rapacious maw, but all to no avail. A chute had been built leading to the opening and much earth and debris chaplain of the S. O. S. division at Havre, whose home is at San Diego. The photographs, according to Mr. Virgo, were taken by Maj. Hunter as a tribute to be sent back to Dr. Marsh's relatives and friends. Dr. Marsh was burried with full military honors in the American military cemetery near Le Havre, the army furnishing fifteen automobiles for friends. "There was never a man in France loved or respected more than Dr. Marsh," said Mr. Virgo, "Wherever he went the boys showed a real affection for him. He was a tireless worker. He sleeps his last sleep among the lads he loved so dearly." Mr. Virgo says that a mound close to where Dr. Marsh is buried is the grave of 250 Americans who were killed when a hospital ship was torpedoed. When he visited Dr. Marsh's grave a few days before he sailed from France in April, Mr. Virgo says he found it had already been planted to flowers and marked with the glistening white cross—the emblem of those who made the supreme sacrifice. Dr. Marsh was pastor of the Christian Church of Fullerton when he accepted service with the Y. M. C. A. overseas as regional educational secretary. Prior to going to Fullerton he was in charge of the Christian Church at Monrovia. He was widely known in educational and religious circles, having been associated with missionary social service and having taught school in Tokio, Japan, and in the Philippine Islands. CONDITIONS IN MEXICO Charles F. Huhlein, an Anaheim business man, who has been studying conditions in Mexico, gives his impressions of the country as follows: draw and will draw the bulk of their supplies. While there are many strong European interests well intrenched throughout Mexico in various lines of business, even the Europeans admit the great capacity of the United States for supplying the Mexican market. "Mexico, like all undeveloped countries, needs capital, and Mexico's business men are urging us to influence increased investments. The banking situation in Mexico is particularly strained and can be relieved only by capital from the outside, particularly from the United States. The needs for increased railroad equipment and facilities are very great. "Throughout ten years of political unrest Mexico has suffered a severe strain in its governmental, financial and commercial fabric, but all who are interested in the welfare of the republic sincerely hope that its financial, political and economic problems, which age now in such serious and pressing condition, may soon be placed on a more stable and satisfactory basis. To accomplish this will require the united and steadfast efforts of all patriotic Mexicans. Outside capital cannot be expected to flow into the country unless assured of fair treatment and abundant security and protection. "One fact worth mentioning is that the City of Mexico is closer to Dallas, Chicago or New York than those cities are to San Francisco, although the Mexican capital seems much more remote. "As soon as we learn the Spanish language we will find that Mexico is a very near neighbor to every part of the United States. It will then be much easier for us to understand the Mexican situation and capture our share of Mexican business. We can learn many lessons from the courtesy..." There is a big abandoned hole in the ground up in the Olinda oil fields that once offered evidence of being a profitable oil well, but turned out to be of no account. At different times of late years efforts have been made to fill it up by dumping sand into its rapacious maw, but all to no avail. A chute had been built leading to the opening and much earth and debris has been sent down its yawning throat, but still the aperture holds its own and refuses to shut up. Oil men are puzzled over the strange condition and are wondering just how large the cavity is. The interesting question is asked by humans up on the earth's surface that since such a large hollow space exists in this one particular instance to what extent do these chasms extend in an area where thousands of oil wells exist, some of which are veritable gushers. You want to keep your eagle eye on the Jap. Right here there's a Jap fruit store, a Jap restaurant, a Jap rooming house and a Jap pool hall and barber shop. Time was a number of years ago when an American passed a Jap on the street he would turn around and lamp him out of curiosity. The eat and dance idea has "came" and the young society stags gather around, all upon tiptoe of expectancy of receiving a bid from a fair danseuse for a whirl at the latest list of terpsichorean delights. Oh, boy! In these days of radical socialism the story told of two Irishmen concerning that theory is well timed. "Pat," asked Mike, "what is socialism?" "Ah, Mike," replied Pat, "socialism is great. If I had 100,000 acres of land I would give you half. That's socialism, and if I had 100,000 head of cattle on that land, I would give you half of them," said Pat in great exultation. "Now, Pat," again asked Mike, "if you had two pigs— "Hold on there, you rascal," replied Pat excitedly, "who told you I had two pigs." Yet, and still, after July 1 it looks as if there will be a plenty of substitutes which may gum up the game worse'n ever. Conditions in Mexico Charles F. Huhlein, an Anaheim business man, who has been studying conditions in Mexico, gives his impressions of the country as follows: "I have been impressed," said he, "during each visit that Mexico is the land of extremes. I am told that it is five times as large as Germany and that no country in the world of similar area has a more diversified or more generous production of materials, both mineral and agricultural. "The possibilities of the country are undoubtedly very great for commerce an dthe slogan of the people of both the United States and Mexico should be neighborliness, reciprocity and mutual consideration. A few Mexican industries, such as cotton growing, cotton manufacturing and mining, are considerably developed, but the opportunities in these and many more branches are still very great. "The poverty and illiteracy of the masses of the people are a serious problem, but progress has been and is being made to improve these conditions and surely it cannot be very long before the advancement will proceed at a more rapid rate. "Mexico has a monetary problem pressing for solution, but it is difficult as well as impolite for an outsider to suggest a solution. "The general impression among business men in Mexico is that the worst is passed, both in governmental and commercial conditions, and while improvement may be slow, it has begun and will gradually increase. It is conceded by Mexican merchants of all nationalities that the United States is the natural market from which they should." Quiet title decree has been issued the plaintiff in the suit of the Anaheim Truck and Transfer Company vs. Sophia Stock, administratrix of the estate of Herman C. Stock, deceased. Organize fight against phone company (Continued from page 1.) by the Government while the wire systems are under its control. Of course, the department does not undertake to limit the free action of individuals in inaugurating mutual enterprises not subject to its control, although in the event that such a newly organized company should desire to have toll connection with lines which are under the control of the Government, the whole economic situation would be properly taken into account in the consideration of the application for such connection. I notice that you state that the proposed rates in your community are considered excessive, and would be glad if you would submit to me a more specific statement as to those rates which are considered unreasonable, in pointing out wherein they are unreasonable and suggest any change that you consider desirable in the interests of your community. With this information we shall be glad to have the situation carefully investigated and considered from the City of Mexico is closer to Dallas, Chicago or New York than those cities are to San Francisco, although the Mexican capital seems much more remote. "As soon as we learn the Spanish language we will find that Mexico is a very near neighbor to every part of the United States. It will then be much easier for us to understand the Mexican situation and capture our share of Mexican business. We can learn many lessons from the courtesy patience and steadfastness of the business and professional men and planters of Mexico. They deserve much credit for the way in which they have stood up under adverse conditions. "Mexicans must be visited and studied to be understood, and when properly understood will be more highly esteemed and better appreciated. We of the United States do not know as much about Mexican and foreign affairs as we should. We are a self-satisfied and in some respects a conceived or arrogant people, due to the fact that we have been wonderfully favored by providence." RECEIVE PHOTOGRAPHS OF DR. MARSH'S FUNERAL Y. M. C. A. Worker Burried with Full Military Honors. An echo of the touching tribute paid by the government to the late Dr. Clark H. Marsh of Fullerton, Y. M. C. A. secretary, who died at Le Havre, France, in February, reached here Saturday in the form of photographs of the military burial given Dr. Marsh, who was regional educational secretary and much loved by all of the service men. The photographs were brought to Dr. Marsh's widow by a fellow "Y" secretary, William Virgo of Modesto, who nursed Dr. Marsh during his last illness and who almost lost his life in consequence. Mr. Virgo was director of religious work in the Fifth area and a close friend of Dr. Marsh. He contracted influenza followed by a relapse which invalidated him home. He reached San Francisco last week and forwarded the photographs and account of Dr. Marsh's funeral to friends here. The services were conducted by Maj. Joseph L. Hunter, senior base Quiet title decree has been issued the plaintiff in the suit of the Anaheim Truck and Transfer Company vs. Sophia Stock, administratrix of the estate of Herman C. Stock, deceased. CLASSIFIED BARGAINS IN USED CARS Dodge roadster $750.00, 1917 Oakland touring car $825.00, 1915 Overland touring $475.00, 1917 Dord $650, 1917 Maxwell, one Partin Palmer $610, 1917 Ford touring with electric starting and lighting system $495.00, one new 1500 commerce truck at $550.00, 1914 to 1917 Ford tourings, roadsters and trucks,—all in good mechanical and overhauled condition. Our prices are right as shown by our sales of eighteen new Fords and Oaklands and used cars from April 21st to 30th. Wickersheim Implement Company, Fullerton, Calif. PASTURAGE FOR HORSES Good pasturage for 100 head of horses, on 640 acre tract—not a hoof of stock on range this year. $3 per head per month. Jim Williams' Ranch in Carbon Canyon. May 8-5t Pasturage for 200 head cattle at Jim Williams' ranch in Carbon Canyon. FOR SALE. One cook house for haybalers. Apply to Jim Williams, Carbon Canyon. Anaheim Gazette, per year, $1.50, payable in advance. I notice that you state that the proposed rates in your community are considered excessive, and would be glad if you would submit to me a more specific statement as to those rates which are considered unreasonable, in pointing out wherein they are unreasonable and suggest any change that you consider desirable in the interests of your community. With this information we shall be glad to have the situation carefully investigated and considered from the point of view to the best interests of all concerned. Very truly yours. F. B. MacKinnon, General Supervisor. It will be noted from this letter that such mutual systems are not subject to the control of the government. Furthermore, it has been stated that the State Railroad Commission would not allow such a mutual company to install a system. The following letter disproves this: April 23, '19. Mr. A. A. Mills, Anaheim, California. Dear Sir:— In reply to yours of March 22nd, we desire to state that, in our opinion, a telephone line privately constructed merely to serve the owners thereof at cost is not a public utility. If, however, any one other than the owners thereof should use such system, or if the same should be connected for long distance service with any other system, it would become a public utility. Any system of any established character constructed to supply the telephone needs of a community in our opinion cannot practically avoid being a public utility. "Fourteen Points" 1 Valnes—the most that's possible 2 Variety—all of the season's best 3 All-wool—for long wear and service 4 The Hart Schaffner & Marx waistseam suits 5 Hart Schaffner & Marx Varsity suits 6 Hart Schaffner & Marx Prep suits 7 Guarantee—money back if not satisfied 8 Personal service 9 Prompt deliveries 10 The best in furnishing goods 11 Quality—only the best 12 Perfect fit 13 First with the newest 14 A style center. "BY ALL MEANS GET A FIT" F.A.Yungbluth Home of Hart Schaffner & Marx clothes Let Merit Decide THE OAKLAND SENSIBLE Let Merit Decide THE OAKLAND SENSIBLE SIX IS TODAY, NOT ONLY A LEADER AMONG ALL CARS in point of design and high grade service, but is the only SIX of established worth and reputation and large protection found among the medium priced cars—in fact, it is the only SIX below $1275.00 in price. It is the only choice of buyers who want, at a moderate cost, a highly developed car of unusual performance abilities and the high relative value wrought by efficient manufacture on a large scale. Leads all other cars in economy of gasoline, tire and oil mileage. Have sold 31 OAKLAND SENSIBLE SIXES since the holidays. Ninth carload containing seven cars is due to arrive next week! We also have 21-2, 31-2 and 5 tons U.S. Motor Trucks. Wickersheim Implement Co. FULLERTON, CALIFORNIA Very truly yours, Railroad Commission of the State of California. By: W. R. WILLIAMS, Secretary. From this letter it is plainly seen that the State R. R. Com will claim no right to interfere with the establishing of such a system. However, when long distance connections are sought the Government Administration says the whole economic situation would be properly taken into account. This of course would be expected and should work to the benefit of such a mutual system. The State R. R. Commission would enter Newport Harbor, as she departed late Saturday afternoon taking with her the torpedo which Louis and Joe Dixon had found and towed into the bay Friday evening. It is understood the fishermen will be paid a reward of $50 for recovering the weapon, which had been lost by the navy several days ago and which the Dixons found near San Juan point. Even though few people could be notified in the short time available quite a crowd gathered to see the subchaser as she lay tied to the Balboa Pavilion, and some were privileged to go aboard on an inspection trip. "She is a 75-ton boat," said Captain McCormack. that the State R. R. Com will claim no right to interfere with the establishing of such a system. However, when long distance connections are sought the Government Administration says the whole economic situation would be properly taken into account. This of course would be expected and should work to the benefit of such a mutual system. The State R. R. Commission would assume full jurisdiction at this time provided they should at that time have jurisdiction of telephones at all. If such a mutual company decided to allow this full jurisdiction well and good. If not the matter could be adjudicated in the courts. In either case there would be no interference with the establishing of the system. The way to proceed to do this is to go out and get every telephone user in the county, and as many others as possible to sign contracts to join such a mutual system. Then proceed to establish the plant and then the mutual company would be the only telephone company in the county. That is, we should be on the ground doing the whole telephone business of the county. Let us get busy and do it. A. A. MILLS. Anaheim, May 7, 1919. PLEASED WITH NEWPORT "You have a great place here, you treated us royally, and we're coming again." This was the declaration and promise of Captain A. C. McKenney, commanding U. S. Submarine Chaser 307, the first government war boat to the fishermen will be paid a reward of $50 for recovering the weapon, which had been lost by the navy several days ago and which the Dixons found near San Juan point. Even though few people could be notified in the short time available quite a crowd gathered to see the subchaser as she lay tied to the Balboa Pavilion, and some were privileged to go aboard on an inspection trip. "She is a 75-ton boat," said Captain McKenney, "is 110 feet long, and draws eight feet of water." He was highly pleased with the manner in which she could enter the harbor, a thing which would not have been possible had it not been for the Newport municipal jetty at the mouth of the bay, which makes the entrance safe and has resulted in noticeable scouring away of the sand bar. Captain McKenney indicated it would not be difficult to induce him to come again, and said he hoped the "307" and "308" could come over often on week-end trips, so Orange county people could see the ships for themselves and consider what class of boats could be expected when the channel and harbor entrance are deepened, as planned under the county harbor bond issue. Pilot Al Dixon brought the boat into the bay, he and President J. A. Porter of the Newport Chamber of Commerce and L. H. Wallace having slid down a rope from the Newport wharf into a boat in order to go out to the chaser, which had intended to send a small boat in to get the torpedo. Anaheim Gazette per year, $1.50, payable in advance.