anaheim-gazette 1921-01-27

CALIFORNIA MAKES GAIN OF THREE CONGRESSMEN Orange County May Be A Part of One Of The Los Angeles County Districts California gets the greatest increase in the number of Congressmen through the reapportionment, due to the last census—three-larger than any other State in the Union. The total number of Congressmen remains at 435. Eight States, including California, gain a total of twelve, and eleven States lose the same number. Michigan and Ohio each gain two and the following States gain one each: Connecticut, New Jersey, North Carolina, Texas and Washington. Missouri loses two and the following States lose one each: Indiana, Maine, Mississippi, Nebraska, Rhode Island and Vermont. The new ratio is 242,415 to a congressman. Los Angeles county, which has now a population of considerably over 900,000, may get two of the three extra Congressmen allotted to the State, and it will certainly get one. To get two extra Congressmen it will be necessary to have a population of 969,660. It was suggested in discussing the probable reapportionment in California that in the event that Los Angeles county on the revised population figures did not have sufficient to get two extra Congressmen, that Orange county be included in the territory forming the four districts which will include the two new ones. Of course that matter is up to the Legislature of California. AMERICAN DOLLAR IN RUSSIA Current trade balances in favor of the United States have increased the value of the American dollar to unusual proportions, but in no country more than in Russia. In discussing conditions in his home a Russian now an official of a New ork bank monitored that he regularly sent his brother, living in Sebastapol, an American dollar a month. Knowing the comparatively insignificant purchasing power of a dollar in America nowadays, a listener asked him if it was a joke. "A joke? Certainly not," he replied. "On that dollar my brother can buy 50,000 paper rubles and live in comparative luxury for the rest of the month." A letter urging the board of supervisors not to adopt an ordinance, such as that proposed by the Orange County W. C. T. U. providing for strict enforcement of the federal prohibition act, addressed to the board, is on file in the county clerk's office. The epistle is signed by George Bauer of Cucamonga, Cal. He states that the legislatures of the forty-eight states were "bam-booze-led or stamped" into ratifying the eighteenth amendment. He proposes that a special national election be called to have the voters pass on the question of dividing the United States into two nations—one to be "wet" and the other "dry." Apparently George hasn't changed his sentiments since moving away from Anaheim. GOVERNOR INVITATION February 14 Extend Invitation Whereas, there are an Association of cities representing California cities organized for the ing the interests, respective community State in general. And Whereas, requested that a residents of California write letters to acquaintances living them to obtain first-hand attractions to the And whereas, th an area of 158,277 endowed by Natural ing, has a present 536 and is well ableness and prosperity Now Therefore, hens, Governor of Ifornia, do hereby and motive of the tion Day" and do February 14th, 1921 loyal and patriotic express in letters pitility of the re live and the man es which we desi fellow Americans. After - Inventory Sale IN ORDER TO REDUCE OUR STOCK WE ARE OFFERING FOR A PERIOD OF 10 DAYS A SUBSTANTIAL DISCOUNT ON ALL Eclipse GAS RANGES FOR CASH AT TIME OF PURCHASE This popular and famous Gas Range is noted in thousands of American homes for its many novel features, chief of which is the VENTILATED OVEN. Adaptable to the surroundings of any kitchen. Shortens the cooking hours and brightens the kitchen. FOR INFORMATION SEE OUR SALESMEN 220 E. CENTÉR STREET PHONE 153 Fordson TRADE MARK Fordson TRADE MARK TRACTOR When Henry Ford set about building the Fordson tractor, he had a thorough understanding of just what it should be and what it should do. His early life on the farm gave him a deep insight into the daily life of the farmer; his mechanical genius saw the type of tractor needed. And for more than twelve years he experimented over more than 7,000 acres of land in different kinds of soil, with different crops. So he built the Fordson. It is so simple that a school boy can operate it. It is low in first cost. It is lowest in operating cost and Fordson parts and Fordson service are always to be had promptly from the dealer. The Fordson is a profitable investment. It can be used every working day in the year. It is an inexl pensive power plant and it will lighten your work. Don't delay ordering your Fordson tractor. The demand is greater than the supply. Made by Henry Ford & Son and sold by George Dunton Ford and Fordson ANAHEIM Sales and S PHONE GOVERNOR PROCLAIMS INVITATION DAY February 14 Is Day Set To Extend Invitation To Friends to Visit Cal, Whereas, there exists in this State an Association of Commercial Securities, representing two hundred of California cities and towns, and organized for the purpose of promoting the interests, not alone of their respective communities, but of the State in general. And Whereas, this Association has requested that a date be set on which residents of California be urged to write letters to relatives, friends and acquaintances living elsewhere, inviting them to visit California and obtain first-hand knowledge of our attractions to the settler. And whereas, this great State, with an area of 158,279 square miles and endowed by Nature with every blessing, has a present population of 3,426,-536 and is well able to provide happiness and prosperity for millions more. Now Therefore, I, William D. Stevens, Governor of the State of California, do hereby approve the idea and motive of the "California Invitation Day" and do set Monday, February 14th, 1921 as the day for all loyal and patriotic Californians to express in letters to others the hospitality of the region in which we live and the many natural advantages which we desire to share with our fellow Americans. And I do hereby JUSTIFIABLE IF PARTISAN Members of the Senate having indicated their intention to reject nominations recently made by President Wilson, and others which he is likely to make, the Democratic press has seized upon this as an occasion to raise the cry of 'partisanship'. It must be admitted that the facts give a sufficient color to the charge to require careful consideration. It will be remembered that when the Democrats came into control eight years ago Republican nominations were held up until President Wilson had opportunity to make nominations to fill the positions. The Republicans charged 'partisanship' and it is pertinent to inquire whether circumstances are the same today that they were then. The election of 1912 was not a Democratic victory nor a Republican defeat. The fact is that there was a spirit of the law, appointing men whoion of the Republican vote being recorded for the Progressive candidates with the result that the Democrats won by a plurality, although by a minority. The Democrats had no such overwhelming endorsement of the people as that which the Republicans have today. During Republican administrations when a law required bi-partisan representation on commissions, Republicans observed both the letter and the spirit of the law, appointing emm who were Democrats in reality when they were selected as representatives of the Democratic party. In almost every instance where President Wilson has been compelled to appoint a Republican he has chosen one who has been a Wilson supporter. His compliance with the law has been purely technical and violate of its spirit. But it is not in the policies pursued ESTIMATE - FARMERS LOSS AT MILLIONS Consumers Are Not Fully Aware Of Farmers Hardships In connection with the situation confronting the farmers and livestock producers of the country, Thos. E. Wilson, of Chicago, President of the Institute of American Meat Packers, in a statement recently issued at Washington, D. C. said: "Consumers are not fully conscious either of the hardships of the farmers or of the influence misfortunes affecting the farmers have on the prosperity of the country as a whole. "Rapidly declining values are a severe trial in any business but particularly so in agriculture, since the farmer's turn-over is so very slow. By the time he markets his products the level of prices may have fallen tremendously since the time he purchased his feed and other supplies. "A recent estimate made by a large bank (The National City) asserts that the loss in farmer's purchasing power this year, as compared with 1919, amounts to thirty on forty per cent, or between six billion and eight billion dollars. This loss will be felt by every business group; including industrial concerns which buy their raw materials from the farmer and manufacturing and mercantile businesses which sell their products to..." Now Therefore, I, William D. Stehens, Governor of the State of California, do hereby approve the idea and motive of the "California Invitation Day" and do set Monday, February 14th, 1921 as the day for all loyal and patriotic Californians to express in letters to others the hospitality of the region in which we live and the many natural advantages which we desire to share with our fellow Americans. And I do hereby urge that we enter upon the spirit of the occasion with befitting zest, and in behalf of the community in which we live, take the time on February 14th, to write to some acquaintance, relative or friend living outside of California, reciting the opportunities that are open and extending a hearty invitation to "come to California." And I further urge all the splendid, State serving, community developing newspapers of California, not only to foster and encourage the letter writing campaign herein proposed, but in addition thereto each to publish an editorial letter setting forth the charm and attractiveness of California, the sweetheart of the world. In witness whereof, I have hereunto set my hand and caused to be affixed the Great Seal of the State of California, this 11th day of January, 1921, and of the admission of the State of California the 71st. Edwin Schleuter, who has been employed as a clerk in the Standard Oil office here has been appointed to the position of chief clerk in the company's office at Perris. He left Thursday to begin work on his new job. All of Edwin's friends are rejoicing over his early advancement, and predict that he will eventually climb to a high place in John D.'s big corporation. Mr. and Mrs. F. E. Edmiston and daughter Ruth went up to the Alhambra, Sunday on a visit to friends, and to celebrate the birthday of Mr. Edmiston's sister. Moreover, for may months past the President has neglected to fill vacancies. Positions on boards of utmost importance have gone unfilled until the closing days of the administration. If appointments shall be made and confirmed now, the appointments would hold through practically all of the Republican administration. President Wilson has apparently attempted to gain partisan advantage by leaving positions vacant until near the close of his term. That was the beginning of a species of partisanship which the Republicans are under obligations to defeat. If the filling of public positions had proceeded in a normal manner it might be argued that confirmations should proceed in the regular manner now. But since there is an immense accumulation of appointments it is manifestly the duty of the Republicans to withhold confirmation until President Harding shall have oppor-tentation on commissions. Republicans observed both the letter and the spirit of the law, appointing emn who were Democrats in reality when they were selected as representatives of the Democratic party. In almost every instance where President Wilson has been compelled to appoint a Republi-can he has chosen one who has been a Wilson supporter. His compliance with the law has been purely technical and violate of its spirit. But it is not in the policies pursued by the Democrats that the Republi-cans find full justification for their rejection of President Wilson's nominations. Throughout the eight years of his regime President Wilson has selected men of inexperience and incompetence for positions of highest importance. With one or two exception his cabinet appointees have been extremely unsatisfactory to the country. Nevertheless, the Republicans confirmed these without question. In almost every instance where the President selected for appointments on bi-partisan boards men who were not fairly representative of the Republican party, the Republicans laid aside their partisan feelings in order that the administration might have the assistance of the type of men they desired. It will scarcely be disputed by anyone, whether Republican or Democrat, that public service has suffered in the extreme because of the character of appointments President Wilson has made. In view of the record it is but natural for the people to look with suspicion upon any nomination that may come from President Wilson's hand. Moreover, for may months past the President has neglected to fill vacancies. Positions on boards of utmost importance have gone unfilled until the closing days of the administration. If appointments shall be made and confirmed now, the appointments would hold through practically all of the Republican administration. President Wilson has apparently attempted to gain partisan advantage by leaving positions vacant until near the close of his term. That was the beginning of a species of partisanship which the Republicans are under obligations to defeat. If the filling of public positions had proceeded in a normal manner it might be argued that confirmations should proceed in the regular manner now. But since there is an immense accumulation of appointments it is manifestly the duty of the Republicans to withhold confirmation until President Harding shall have oppor-tentation on commissions. Republicans observed both the letter and the spirit of the law, appointing emn who were Democrats in reality when they were selected as representatives of the Democratic party. In almost every instance where President Wilson has been compelled to appoint a Republi-can he has chosen one who has been a Wilson supporter. His compliance with the law has been purely technical and violate of its spirit. But it is not in the policies pursued by the Democrats that the Republi-cans find full justification for their rejection of President Wilson's nominations. Throughout the eight years of his regime President Wilson has selected men of inexperience and incompetence for positions of highest importance. With one or two exception his cabinet appointees have been extremely unsatisfactory to the country. Nevertheless, the Republicans confirmed these without question. In almost every instance where the President selected for appointments on bi-partisan boards men who were not fairly representative of the Republican party, the Republicans laid aside their partisan feelings in order that the administration might have the assistance of the type of men they desired. It will scarcely be disputed by anyone, whether Republican or Democrat, that public service has suffered in the extreme because of the character of appointments President Wilson has made. In view of the record it is but natural for the people to look with suspicion upon any nomination that may come from President Wilson's hand. Moreover, for may months past the President has neglected to fill vacancies. Positions on boards of utmost importance have gone unfilled until the closing days of the administration. If appointments shall be made and confirmed now, the appointments would hold through practically all of the Republican administration. President Wilson has apparently attempted to gain partisan advantage by leaving positions vacant until near the close of his term. That was the beginning of a species of partisanship which the Republicans are under obligations to defeat. If the filling of public positions had proceeded in a normal manner it might be argued that confirmations should proceed in the regular manner now. But since there is an immense accumulation of appointments it is manifestly the duty of the Republicans to withhold confirmation until President Harding shall have oppor-tentation on commissions. Republicans observed both the letter and the spirit of the law, appointing emn who were Democrats in reality when they were selected as representatives of the Democratic party. In almost every instance where President Wilson has been compelled to appoint a Republi-can he has chosen one who has been a Wilson supporter. His compliance with the law has been purely technical and violate of its spirit. But it is not in the policies pursued by the Democrats that the Republi-cans find full justification for their rejection of President Wilson's nominations. Throughoutthe eight years of his regime President Wilson has selected men of inexperience and incompetence for positions of highest importance. With one or two exception his cabinet appointees have been extremely unsatisfactory to the country. Nevertheless, the Republicans confirmed these without question. In almost every instance where the President selected for appointments on bi-partisan boards men who were not fairly representative ofthe Republican party,the Republicans laid aside their partisan feelings in order thatthe administration might havethe assistanceofthetypeofmentheydesired.itwillscarcelybe disputedbyanyone,thewhetherRepublicanorDemocratthatpublicservicehasfufferedintheextremecauseofthecharacterofappointmentsPresidentWilsonhasmade.InviewoftherecorditisbutnaturalforthepeopletolookwithsuspicionuponanynominationthatmaycomefromPresidentWilson'shand. Moreover, for may months pastthePresidenthasneglectedtofillvacancies.Positionsonboardsutmostimportancehavegoneunfilleduntiltheclosingdaysofthedemansion.Iffappointmentsshallbemadeandconfirmednow,theappointmentswouldholdthroughpracticallyalloftheRepublicanadministration.PresidentWilsonhasapparentlyattemptedtogainpartisanadvantagebyleavingpositionsvacantuntilnearthecloseofhistermThatwasthebeginningofapeciesofpartisanshipwhichtheRepublicansareunderobligationstodefeatIfthefillingoffpublicpositionshadproceededinanormalmannerItmightbeguiredbetterhadtherebeananysystemofadequatelyfinancingtheiractivitiesThisproblemoffarmfinanceisstillwithus.Legislatorsseemsomewhatdisinclinedtoadieffinancialmeasuresdesignedtoaidfarmers,thegroundthatotherclassesaresufferingsfromthesameeconomiccauses. Therehasbeenrecentlyaperiodwhenwesterncattlemencouldprofitablyhaveturnedgrassintothe beef.Manywerepreventedfromdoingthisbecauseofthelackoffundswithwhichbuycattletofeed. Manyagriculturaleditorsareurginggrowerstobuypigsandcattleandfeedthemoncornpurchasedatthepresentrelativelylowlevels.Someoftheproducerscomplainthatnotonlydotheyfailtogetmoneywherewithtobuythelivestockandcorn,butcountrybanks,bylearning loans,haveforcedthefarmerstocartataleaslonewlivestockwhichcouldbefederlongandmarketedataprofit. Woolgrowershave sufferedacutelyonaccountofthelumpinwoolvalues。它is said thatsome sheepraisershavegoneoutofbusiness. "Itisgenerallybelievedthattheresultrelationsbetween grainstockpricesandlivestockpricesmakesthefuturefavorableforlivestockproduce." Low temperature of January, 11, 12, and 13 left the Los Angeles county citrus groves unscathed, save for a few trees in low places, which were "tip burned." There was no damage to the fruit on the trees, according to Horticultural Commissioner Ryan. Commissioners of other counties make the same reports for their districts. The low temperatures were general over Southern California, and the citrus district of Tulare county. An unusual amount of frost on the ground made growers apprehensive, but other favorable factors brought the groves through. On the night of January, 12 the temperature went as low as 25 degrees in Riverside and Pomona, while Santa Barbara and Fresno report as low as 24 degrees. Other places in the citrus district reported minimum temperatures from 25 to 35 degrees, the latter being the lowest reported at Anaheim. Anaheim Gazette, per year, $1.50 payable in advance. The Railroad Commission has reduced from .27 per cent to 20 per cent the surcharge on its electric rates collected by the Southern California Edison Company, which operates in Los Angeles, San Bernardino, Orange Ventura and certain parts of Kern and Fresno counties. The reduced rate will be collected pending the final decision by the Commission fixing the definite rates of this company. The 27 per cent surcharge was allowed as an emergency last April. FARMERS NOT MILLIONS Are Not Fully Farmerships With the situation farmers and livestock country, Thos. E. President of the American Meat Packers recently issued at said: Not fully conscious ships of the far-flung misfortunes farmers have on the country as a whole. Big values are a business but parchment, since the war so very slow. By his products he have fallen treasure time he pursues other supplies. He made by a large City) asserts that purchasing power shared with 1919, forty per cent, onion and eight billions will be felt by people; including in which buy their farmer and mercantile busi- their products to JOHN BULL'S ONE HUNDRED MILLION INCREMENT After reading statistics compiled by the Savings Bank Association of the State of New York estimating that Great Britian's wealth has increased a hundred billion dollars as a result of the war, it is difficult to have any patience with those who urge that the United States should cancel its credit of less than five billions due from the United Kingdom, declares Hon. Jonathan Bourne Jr., President of the Republican National Publicity Association. "The Savings Bank association cites the changes brought about during the war, largely as a result of the war, in the affairs of the principal nations, and concludes that since 1914 the wealth of the United States has increased $50,000,-000,000 while for obvious reasons, the wealth of Great Britian has increased $100,000,000,000. "The increase in the wealth of the United States has occurred, of course wholly within our own borders, much of it due directly and indirectly to the huge war business which brought us a net favorable trade balance of some $16,000,000,000 or more. Personal property, especially of productive agencies, make up the balance. Great Britian's increased wealth is partly due to new acquisitions of territory, or what is practically an acquisition. 'The big gain' says the Savings Bank Association, is due to the wealth added by the Mespotamian oil fields, African territory taken from Germany, and elimination of Germany as a trade competitor. Of course, Great Britian has for the time being, only an ostensible mandatory over the immense German colonies in Africa, but the terms and conditions are such that for common... an publication estimate of the oats crop between July 1 at the value of the $732,000,000 be October 8. This is that the details the crops of corn, cotton from July 1 to $3,203,000,000 of our national climate the value of the December estimated that if these final prices, the really get for these 50,000 less than the production. Sellers and other farfared better had system of adequately utilities. This problem still with us. Legisthat disinclined to measures designed to on the ground that sufferings from the diseases. Recently a period of men could profigrass into beef. Used from doing this stock of funds with no feed. Local editors are urgly pigs and cattle corn purchased at only low levels. Some complain that not get money where livestock and corn, by calling loans, farmers to market at which could be fed at a profit. Have suffered acutely slump in wool valuation some sheep raise business. Believed that the between grain stock price makes the livestock produc- Great Britian's increased wealth is partly due to new acquisitions of territory, or what is practically an acquisition. 'The big gain' says the Savings Bank Association, is due to the wealth added by the Mespotamian oil fields, African territory taken from Germany, and elimination of Germany as a trade competitor. Of course, Great Britian hits for the time being, only an ostensible mandatory over the immense German colonies in Africa, but the terms and conditions are such that for commercial and all other practical purposes, German East Africa and German South Africa have become British Colonial possessions. German East Africa lies just north of colonial possessions long under the control of Great Britan, and in a direct route to the Cape-to-Cairo railroad. From the standpoint of strategic importance in the development of her African trade, Great Britian could scarcely have wished for anything more fortunate than to have this vast region fall into her hands. It is a region of great but as yet undemonstrated agricultural possibilities and of mineral and forest wealth. It is 384,000 square miles, or a territory equivalent to the combined area of our states of Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Iowa and Missouri. It is quite within the possibilities that German East Africa may become as great a wealth producer as the region in the United States embraced with the borders of the states named. In securing a mandate over German Southwest Africa Great Britian acquire as that farther north, and perquisite control of an area nearly as haps of as great productive resources, though not quite so important because of geographic locations German islands south of the Equator with an aggregate area of 95,000 square miles, and of great value in aid of Ocean commerce, also passed under British control as a result of the war. The destruction of the German merchant marine, the discontinuance of the German manufacturing and the disruption of German lines of trade were all events which added to the opportunities and commerce of the British Empire. It will be readily apparent that a hundred billion dollars is a conservative estimate of the added wealth realized by the United Kingdom as a consequence of the war. No wonder the Empire is rapidly recovering, but great is the wonder that anyone should suggest the cancellation of the British debt to America. A. H. Hoffman, arrested in Anaheim about three weeks ago by Constable Jesse Elliot on a charge of passing a worthless check for $24.00 on R. J. Elliot, local cigar dealer, was arranged before Justice of the Peace, Cox Wednesday and his preliminary hearing was set for February 8, at three o'clock, with ball fixed at $1000. Heffman is being held in the county jail in default of the bond. A second complaint filed since Hoffman's arrest was also placed before Justice Cox. This complaint was sworn to by Commission has recited to 20 per cent of its electric rates Southern California which operates in Bernardino, Orange parts of Kern and The reduced rate depending the final decommission fixing the company. The charge was allowed as last April. For the purpose of enabling the Crown Stage to take advantage of roads serving a new territory, the Railroad Commission today authorized the stage company to route alternate cars over Anaheim road and the Huntington Beach road, via, Garden Grove. There is to be no change in fares. Owing to the wet grounds the ball game between Fullerton and San Pedro, which was to have been played Sunday was postponed a week. It will be pulled off next Sunday. about three weeks ago by Constable Jesse Elliot on a charge of passing a worthless check for $24.00 on R. J. Elliot, local cigar dealer, was arranged before Justice of the Peace, Cox Wednesday and his preliminary hearing was set for February 8, at three o'clock, with bail fixed at $1000. Heffman is being held in the county jail in default of the bond. A second complaint filed since Hoffman's arrest was also placed before Justice Cox. This complaint was sworn to by B. Uttley, proprietor of a local clothing store, who alleges that Hoffman attempted to pass a check for $60.00 on him January 3. The check according to the complaint, is made payable to A. Burger. Uttley denies the existence of any such person. Hoffman was taken into custody by Constable Elliot, who found him riding on a gravel truck in Anaheim. Officers all throughout the country had been conducting a search for Hoffman, who several hours earlier had escaped from City Motorcycle Officer Stewart. The first cultural problem to be taken up by the temporarily organized California Beet Growers' Association is the control of the curly leaf disease, which H. J. Webber, director of the agricultural experiment station at Riverside says threatens the total destruction of the sugar beet industry of the state. The members of the association will also employ an expert to study the leaf hopper, the wireworm and the nematode, which likewise take toll of the beet crop. Good progress is reported in getting signatures for the incorporation of the association. About 3500 growers thus far have signed the articles. Word has been received by Farm Advisor Wahlberg from growers in Monterey county that a branch of the organization is being former there.