anaheim-gazette 1921-06-02

VOLUME L COUNTY TO HELP NEXT VALENCIA ORANGE SHOW ASSOCIATED CHAMBERS CREATES A STANDING COMMITTEE TO ASSIST LOCAL WORKERS Twenty-Six Thousand Visitors Paid Admission to the Show During the Exhibition—Gate Receipts Over $12,000, and $5,000 Received From Concessions, but Total Cost of the Show was $28,000—Preparations for Next Year Will Begin Six Months Before Date of Opening. Orange county will play an important part in preparing for the next California Valencia show. Harry D. Riley, president of the Anaheim Chamber of Commerce, reported to the Associated Chambers Wednesday night that the cost of the show this year was approximately $28,000, and that it was going over big when inclement weather set in and had its effect on the attendance. suit case containing two suits, four silk shirts, seven ties, twelve collars and other articles. According to Phillips, who made a report at police headquarters about 4 o'clock, the highwaymen had driven to the bridge in two cars. These were backed one against the other across the highway so as to block the road. Phillips said that he found it impossible to pass and as soon as he brought his car to a stop one of the men pointed a revolver at his head and ordered him to get out of his car with his hands up. While the man with the gun kept him covered the other two searched his pockets and automobile. As soon as they had secured everything of value the bandit with the gun told Phillips to get back into his machine. One of the cars blocked the highway was then moved and Phillips was permitted to drive on. He drove into Santa Ana and made the report to the police. Phillips stated that he was on his way from Los Angeles to San Diego on urgent business and that he did not have time to stop over. He told the authorities that he would stop at the Grant hotel, San Diego. He said he would be back next Wednesday and if the bandits had been arrested by that time he would attempt to identify them. BOND ELITE DATE FIX TRUST CITIZENS WILL VIEW CITY HALL ON JULY Ordinance Introduced Calling the Electoral Day—Seventy-Fifth lays for the City Improvements in 000 for Sewer Extent for Fire Pumps are Tuesday, July 19, by the city trustees on the proposition to the amount of $75,000 used for the construc hall, $60,000 for si Orange county will play an important part in preparing for the next California Valencia show. Harry D. Riley, president of the Anaheim Chamber of Commerce, reported to the Associated Chambers Wednesday night that the cost of the show this year was approximately $26,000, and that it was going over big when inclement weather set in and had its effect on the attendance. However, the attendance had been satisfactory and evidenced keen interest on the part of the public. He said that the Anaheim Chamber of Commerce expected to make the show of next year bigger and better. He asked that a permanent committee on the California Valencia show be added to the list of committees of the associated chambers, and a motion to that effect offered by him was carried unanimously. The directors of the show who managed and conducted it, and the members of the Chamber of Commerce who conceived and promoted it, have cause to rejoice and congratulate themselves over its success. Only a limited time was given in which to enlist the interest and cooperation of Valencia growers, and everybody was forced to work hurriedly, but the result far surpassed the expectations of the originators. The unfortunate rain storm which spread over southern California Friday morning and continued its downpour during the last three days of the show, cut short the attendance and curtailed the gate receipts, but it failed to dampen the enthusiasm of the officials of the show, who saw that their work was good, and that the California Valencia orange show was a permanent annual event which would be looked forward to by people in every state, and that tens of thousands of people throughout the country would hereafter make an annual pilgrimage to Anaheim to see it, just as they now go to San Bernardino to see the great navel display and to Pasadena to enjoy the Torunament of Roses. During the nine days of the show more than 30,000 people visited it, being an average of 2500 per day. Approximately 26,000 of these paid admission, the gate receipts being over $12,000. In addition to this $5000 was received from the concessions. The total cost was $28,000, which leaves a considerable deficit. Many thousands of people throughout southern California who expected to attend the show were cut off by the heavy rain, and the Phillips stated that he was on his way from Los Angeles to San Diego on urgent business and that he did not have time to stop over. He told the authorities that he would stop at the Grant hotel, San Diego. He said he would be back next Wednesday and if the bandits had been arrested by that time he would attempt to identify them. "All three of the bandits appeared to be young fellows," Phillips told Officer Rogers. "They appeared to be amateurs at the game." "The man holding the gun was a bit nervous, but I did not care to take any chances with him. When I saw the cars blocking the highway I thought perhaps there had been an accident. The moment I came to a stop the fellow with the gun ordered me out of my car and told me to keep my hands up. "One young fellow searched my pockets while the other took my suitcase out of the car. He did not stop to see what was in it. I'm sure one of the cars which blocked the road was a Ford and I think the other was a Dodge. The Ford was moved so that I might drive on." Phillips gave the police a fairly good description of the bandits. They were well dressed, he said, and none of them was masked. GREATER PRECAUTION WILL PREVENT ACCIDENTS Most Auto Smashups Are Result of Carelessness Declaring that most of the automobile accidents occur on street intersections and that a great per cent of other accidents are occasioned by motorists stopping their cars on highways to make repairs, eat lunches, or talk across the highway to someone else who has stopped a car on the highway, with both machines on the paved section, C. W. Lindsey, county manager for the Automobile Club of Southern California, stated his belief that some definite action should be taken to force greater precaution at intersections and elimination of the evil of stopping machines on the paved highway where the paved portion is only eighteen or twenty feet wide. "The paved highways are none too wide as it is," said Lindsey. "When two cars stop within a few feet of each other on opposite sides of During the nine days of the show more than 30,000 people visited it, being an average of 2500 per day. Approximately 28,000 of these paid admission, the gate receipts being over $12,000. In addition to this $5000 was received from the concessions. The total cost was $26,000, which leaves a considerable deficit. Many thousands of people throughout southern California who expected to attend the show were cut off by the heavy rain, and the managers are assured that had the weather been fair on Saturday and Sunday they would have gone over the top financially. It would have been more satisfactory, of course, if the ledger could have been balanced, leaving no deficit, but the few thousand dollars of indebtedness is of small consequence in comparison with the vast benefits the Valencia industry and the city of Anaheim will reap from the nation-wide publicity we received. Preparation for next year's show, it is announced, will begin at least six months before the date of opening. All the exhibitors have signified their intention of coming again, and many others are already clamoring for recognition. The second annual Valencia orange show will be some exhibition. AUTOIST HELD UP ON SANTA ANA STREET Was Relieved of $75 and Suit Case by Highwaymen Held up at the point of a gun in the hands of one of a trio of highwaymen, Floyd Phillips, 25 Clubhouse avenue, Venice, was relieved of his valuables at a point on North Main street, Santa Ana, near the bridge over Santiago creek at 3:20 a.m. Saturday. The bandits secured $75 in cash, a gold ring with bloodstone setting, a paved section, C. W. Lindsey, county manager for the Automobile Club of Southern California, stated his belief that some definite action should be taken to force greater precaution at intersections and elimination of the evil of stopping machines on the paved highway where the paved portion is only eighteen or twenty feet wide. "The paved highways are none too wide as it is," said Lindsey. "When two cars stop within a few feet of each other on opposite sides of the road, they invite collisions, as the drivers of cars coming from opposite directions frequently misjudge the distance separating the two cars and try to pass between them. This sometimes results in serious accidents, with responsibility resting partly with the owners of the cars that were halted on the highway. "This week a woman reported to me an accident in which her Buick was damaged to the extent of at least $200 through collision with a truck which had been left standing on an approach to a curve. The car was killed with women and it was a miracle that none were injured. "A great many persons will stop their car on a curve to make repairs. This is the most dangerous place on the highway for one to halt a machine — it is dangerous not only to other motorists on the road, but to the owner of the car stopped. "Some persons hold that it is better to stop a car on a curve or other dangerous point when a tire repair is necessary than it is to run on a flat tire a short distance to a point where the machine could be stopped without endangering other motorists. "I do not believe there are any of us who do not make mistakes daily in our driving, but I am sure if the more common violations were decreased there would be fewer accidents." AHEIM GAZETTE Anaheim, California, Thursday, June 2, 1921 BOND ELECTION DATE FIXED BY TRUSTEES CITIZENS WILL VOTE FOR NEW-CITY HALL ON TUESDAY, JULY 19 Ordinance Introduced Thursday Night Calling the Election and Setting the Day—Seventy-Five Thousand Dollars for the City Hall, $50,000 for Improvements in Water Works, $30,000 for Sewer Extensions, and $5000 for Fire Pumps are the Sums Asked. Tuesday, July 19, was the date fixed by the city trustees for holding an election on the proposition to issue bonds to the amount of $160,000 for municipal improvements, the ordinance calling the election being introduced at the meeting of the board last Thursday night. According to the reading of the ordinance $75,000 of this sum is to be used for the construction of a new city hall, $50,000 for sinking a well and O'Day's accuser, Milton McMillan, of Anaheim, and others for an accounting. The defendants named in three separate complaints filed by O'Day and his wife are U. S. Glaze, Roy Thomas, Howard Harround, Milton McMillan, the First National bank of Fullerton, the Standard bank of Fullerton and the First National bank of Anaheim. O'Day and his wife, through their attorneyse, H. I. Cruzan and A. D. Laughlin, assert that Emma O'Day was the owner of certain mining locations near El Toro and that January 1, 1921, the plaintiffs entered into a contract with Thomas, McMillan and Harround. The plaintiffs allege that each of the defendants agreed to take a 1-24th interest in the quartz mining locations for $500, the money to be expended by O'Day in location work and surveys required by the government before the issuance of patents. It was agreed, according to the complaints, that the payment would be made to the different banks in Fullerton and Anaheim. O'Day alleges that approximately $8500 was deposited and that the defendants now are withdrawing the money for their own use. He and his wife demand an accounting of the disbursements and also ask the court to issue an injunction to restrain the defendants from disbursing any more GUARD DESERTS BUT HE SAVES THE CASH TREASURER FRED BACKS HAS UNCOMFORTABLE EXPERIENCE AT BIG SHOW TENT Found Himself Alone With Three Thousand Dollars When the Lights Were Turned Out—Two Suspicious Characters Lurking in the Shadows Added to His Discomfort—Slipped Out Side Exit, Found His Auto and Broke the Speed Laws Getting Into Safety Zone. Usually the possession of a pocketful of money gives a man a comfortable feeling—but not always. At least Fred Backs found it made him feel decidedly uncomfortable on a recent occasion. Fred was treasurer of the Valencia orange show directorate; and it was his duty to take charge of and safeguard all the cash receipts. One night after the show closed and the visitors had dispersed no suddenly Tuesday, July 19, was the date fixed by the city trustees for holding an election on the proposition to issue bonds to the amount of $160,000 for municipal improvements, the ordinance calling the election being introduced at the meeting of the board last Thursday night. According to the reading of the ordinance $75,000 of this sum is to be used for the construction of a new city hall, $60,000 for sinking a well and other improvements to the city's water system, $30,000 for sewer extension, and $5000 for the purchase of a pump to be attached to the equipment of the fire department. While the location of the city hall is not designated in the call the site being left to the determination of the trustees, it is understood the old building at Center and Claudina streets will be razed, and the new structure built on that site. Seventy-five thousand dollars will build a substantial building, ample in size and convenience for the present needs of the government, but it is not expected it will see as long a term of service as the old one. The old building was erected twenty-five years ago on ground donated by Joseph Helmsen. It served a long term of usefulness, but like all the other early-day structures it must give way before the modern needs of the city. Should Anaheim continue to grow at the present rate, the new city hall will have a much shorter life than the old one. It is to be hoped the people will show their pride and faith in the city by voting unanimously for the bond issue. The following rules governing the municipal park, on Cypress street, were adopted: Day Visitors—Any party is welcome to visit this camp ground and make use of the conveniences here provided, between the hours of 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. of any one day, without registering and without the payment of a fee. Registration—Upon arrival every party (other than day visitors) must register, giving his name and permanent address, the name of each member of his party, the make, and license number of his car. Fees—a rental fee of 50c for each day or major portion thereof must be paid in advance for each automobile, or party. Location—Each party must occupy such portion of the grounds as may be assigned for his use. Time Limit—a maximum of two weeks for any one visit is allowed. An individual who had ever applied for a license and stated that she had not been required by the government before the issuance of patents. It was agreed, according to the complaints, that the payments would be made to the different banks in Fullerton and Anaheim. O'Day alleges that approximately $8500 was deposited and that the defendants now are withdrawing the money for their own use. He and his wife demand an accounting of the disbursements and also ask the court to issue an injunction to restrain the defendants from disbursing any more funds from the three banks. Attorneys for the plaintiffs will ask for the injunction June 3 at 10 a.m. After spending several days in the county jail in default of ball O'Day was given a preliminary hearing on the charge of embezzlement preferred by McMillan, of Anaheim. After the hearing had been on for about three hours Deputy District Attorney C. N. Mozely moved for a dismissal of the case. McMillan alleged that he gave O'Day $500 to be turned over to Mr. and Mrs. James Hunter for their interest in a quartz mining claim near El Toro, and that O'Day appropriated the money for his own use. The charge was not substantiated. A receipt for the $500, purporting to have been signed by Hunter, was produced by attorneys for O'Day. A quit claim deed, secured from the recorder's office, bearing signature, also was produced. With this documentary evidence showing that the Hunters had been paid for their interest in the mining claims, Deputy District Attorney Mozley held that there was no use of a prosecution of the case. MISS HUHN WEEPS WHEN SENTENCE IS PASSED But Decides to Go to Jail Rather Than Pay Fine Giving vent to her feeling by weeping bitterly, Miss Alice Huhn, Anaheim chiropractor, rejected an offer of probation from Superior Judge Z. B. West and declared that she would go to jail rather than pay a fine or give up her practice forever. Miss Huhn was convicted by a jury in Judge West's court Wednesday of practicing a system and mode of treating the sick and afflicted without a license from the state board of medical examiners. She appeared in court at 9 o'clock Friday for sentence. Judge West asked Miss Huhn whether she had ever applied for a license and stated that she had not. Usually the possession of a pocketful of money gives a man a comfortable feeling—but not always. At least Fred Backs found it made him feel decidedly uncomfortable on a recent occasion. Fred was treasurer of the Valencia orange show directorate; and it was his duty to take charge of and safeguard all the cash receipts. One night after the show closed and the visitors had dispersed no suddenly found himself alone in the big canvas with three thousand dollars in his possession. A body guard of four men had been provided to always accompany him from the tent to the First National bank, where employees were waiting to deposit the day's receipts in the vault, but on this occasion through some misunderstanding the guardsmen had all deserted and gone home, leaving him alone. Hearing a noise in the big tent Fred investigated and discovered two men who apparently had no business there, prowling about in the shadows. Remembering that he had a phone in the office Fred called up the bank and asked that messengers be sent to the grounds and wait outside for him. Here again was a misunderstanding, the man receiving the message thinking they were requested to wait outside the bank. After waiting a reasonable time for a guard who failed to come, Fred shouldered his bag of coin, slipped through a convenient exit, jumped into his car and turned on the gas. A voice out of the darkness in the rear demanded that he "wait a minute," but it only stimulated him to swifter action. He turned the car's nose down Los Angeles street, stepped on the accelerator, and broke all the Orange county speed records for a few blocks, but reached the bank safely with the deniro. Fred says he may have been unnecessarily perturbed, but the fact that two men were prowling about in the shadows of the tent looked omnious to him, and the cry from the darkness asking him to wait a minute, further added to his suspicions. Anyway, he breathed easier when the sack of dough was safely stowed in the bank vault, and he still thinks he acted wisely in beating it while the road was open and the going was good. No duobt many crooks were attracted here by the show, but it appears they were not very active. Two or three burglaries were reported, but no footpad jobs were pulled off. register, giving his name and permanent address, the name of each member of his party, the make and license number of his car. Fees—A rental fee of 50c for each day or major portion thereof must be paid in advance for each automobile, or party. Location—Each party must occupy such portion of the grounds as may be assigned for his use. Time Limit—a maximum of two weeks for any one visit allowed. An extension of two weeks may be granted by the city manager upon application. Only one visit and one extension is allowed to any one party in any period of 12 months. Facilities—the facilities provided are water, gas for cooking, electricity for lighting and public toilets. Repairs—No repair work or washing of cars will be allowed upon the grounds. Animals—No horses or cattle shall be permitted upon the grounds and all dogs must be in leash. Clean Camp—All garbage and refuse must be deposited in the receptacles provided for the purpose, and camp must be kept clean. The city of Anaheim reserves the right to deny the use of the grounds to any party, and may require the departure of any party upon notice. O'DAY FILES SUIT AGAINST McMILLAN Wants Accounting of Money Deposited in Banks on Mining Deal Cleared of a charge of embezzlement after a preliminary hearing in the justice court at Santa Ana Monday, J. W. O'Day, aged mining man of Los Angeles, and his wife, Emma O'Day, have brought suit against West and declared that she would go to jail rather than pay a fine or give up her practice forever. Mis. Huhn was convicted by a jury in Judge West's court Wednesday of practicing a system and mode of treating the sick and afflicted without a license from the state board of medical examiners. She appeared in court at 9 o'clock Friday for sentence. Judge West asked Miss Huhn whether she had ever applied for a license and she stated that she had not. She then was asked whether she thought she had the necessary qualifications to pass the medical board's examination. "I believe I have," she said, "but I have not applied for a license because I know I would not get it. The medical board is not inclined to issue licenses to chiropractors." Judge West then asked Miss Huhn if she would quit her practice for 180 days if he placed her on probation. She said that she would not and Judge West then gave her the minimum sentence of 60 days in the county jail, with five days of grace. When the sentence was pronounced Miss Huhn broke down and cried bitterly. She left the court room supported by two women friends and sat down on a bench in the court corridor. Two Santa Ana chiropractors and her friends from Anaheim sought to console her. After she had left the court room Judge West sent Earl A. Abbey, court clerk, out to ask Miss Huhn if she would not reconsider the matter and accept probation, but she again declined. Miss Huhn will begin her sentence June 1. She will be the second woman chiropractor to go to jail. Miss Sue M. Amack, also of Anaheim, is now serving a 90-day sentence. asking him to wait a minute, further added to his suspicions. Anyway, he breathed easier when the sack of dough was safely stowed in the bank vault, and he still thinks he acted wisely in beating it while the road was open and the going was good. No duobt many crooks were attracted here by the show, but it appears they were not very active. Two or three burglaries were reported, but no footpad jobs were pulled off. AUDITOR JEROME WANTS ANNUAL INVESTIGATIONS Thinks Associated Chambers Should Keep Tab on County Officials At the meeting of the Associated Chambers of Commerce held at Orange Wednesday night County Auditor W. C. Jerome urged that body to make it a custom to have committee investigations of county affairs. Jerome said he and the other officers would welcome fair-minded inspection and recommendations. W. J. Wells, real estate dealer of Santa Ana, presented to the county organization plans he has for advertising Orange county in moving pictures throughout the east. Briefly, he offers to take the films through the east at his own expense, if the county will provide him with 6000 feet of film of Orange county scenes and industries. He declared that the east is keen for information on California and that he can easily arrange for the showing of the pictures in moving picture houses. The matter was referred to the advertising committee to report at the next meeting and recommend how the money should be raised should Wells' proposition seem feasible and advisable. Lew H. Wallace, of Newport Beach, RESETS SAVES WASH BACKS HAS UNEXPERIENCE W TENT With Three Thothe Lights Were Suspicious Charte Shadows Add-port—Slipped Out His Auto andaws Getting Into of a pocketman a comfortalways. At least made him feel deon a recent ocusurer of the Varectorate; and it charge of and receipts. One closed and the had no suddenly reporting for the harbor committee, told of the work that is being done at the harbor and stated that he had this week received a communication from a large lumber manufacturing concern in the north asking for information about the harbor, with particular reference to its availability for the establishment of a big wholesale lumber yard. C. L. Crumrine, of La Habra, vice-president, presided in the absence of Elmer E. Jahraus. The address of welcome was given by Assemblyman W. O. Hart, of Orange, and the response was by Lew H. Wallace, of Newport Beach. Two vocal selections were rendered by D. E. Wildes. Dinner was served by the ladies of the Episcopal church. The meeting was held in the guild hall at Orange. JOHNNY HOLCOMB WIN'S HAPPY BRIDE Wedded to Miss Irene Barman in Los Angeles on Last Thursday John F. Holcomb and Miss Irene Barman, well known young people of Fullerton, were married at the residence of Rev. Baker P. Lee, in Los Angeles, on Thursday, the wedding being the culmination of a romance which has continued for upwards of a year. The groom is the son of Mr. HEROES' GRAVES STREWN WITH FLOWERS HUNDREDS TAKE PART IN DECORATION SERVICES AT ANAHEIM CEMETERY American Legion and Woman's Auxiliary Assist Malvern Hill Post and Julia Ward Howe Camp in the Ceremonies—Comrade A. B. Markle Delivers Addresses to Large Audience—Capt. Henry's Cannon Fires Salute Over Graves of the Dead. In every section of the United States Monday the American Legion and the Woman's Auxiliary had prominent parts in the Decoration Day services, stepping naturally into the vacant places in the rapidly depleting ranks of the G..A. R. and the Woman's Relief Corps. Services at the Anaheim cemetery differed little from those of former years, except that men in khaki and members of the newly-organized auxiliary were active in carry- Wedded to Miss Irene Barman in Los Angeles on Last Thursday John F. Holcomb and Miss Irene Barman, well known young people of Fullerton, were married at the residence of Rev. Baker P. Lee, in Los Angeles, on Thursday, the wedding being the culmination of a romance which has continued for upwards of a year. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Chester E. Holcomb, the former having been president of the First National bank of this city, and now a well known capitalist of Fullerton. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Isaac Barman, of Orangethorpe avenue, formerly of Los Angeles. She is a beautiful and vivacious brunette, is a graduate of the Girls' Collegiate school and has many friends and admirers in and about Los Angeles and at Fullerton, where she has resided with her parents for upwards of a year. The young couple drove to Los Angeles on Thursday morning and were quietly married at Rev. Lee's residence. Miss Eleanor Gardiner, of Los Angeles, attended the bride and Jack Doty, of Fullerton, was the groom's best man. After the ceremony a sumptuous wedding breakfast was enjoyed at a Los Angeles cafe, following which the happy couple motored to Seven Oaks; where the honeymoon was spent at the Weeshaw country club. They will return to their home at Fullerton the end of the week and will take up their residence in apartments. The groom is engaged in the trucking business and is a prosperous and energetic man. He and his new-made bride have the best wishes of their many friends for a long and happy wedded life. MRS. A. G. McKEY UNDERGOES SURGICAL OPERATION Taken to Ventura Hospital While on Her Way to Santa Barbara Mrs. A. G. McKey, wife of A. G. McKey, linetype operator in the Gazette composing room, is at a hospital at Ventura, where she underwent a surgical operation on Sunday morning. Telephone advices yesterday were to the effect that she is doing well, and hopes are entertained for her speedy recovery. Mr. McKey and his wife and two little boys left here on Saturday afternoon to drive to Santa Barbara, where they are on display part of the work done in the different classes during the past year. Parents are urged to see In every section of the United States Monday the American Legion and the Woman's Auxiliary had prominent parts in the Decoration Day services, stopping naturally into the vacant places in the rapidly depleting ranks of the G..A.R. and the Woman's Relief Corps. Services at the Anaheim cemetery differed little from those of former years, except that men in khaki and members of the newly-organized auxiliary were active in carrying out the program. Malvern Hill Post, which still boasts over twenty members, was out in force, but most of the old veterans are too feeble to march any distance, consequently there was no procession to the cemetery, the line assembling on Center street near the city hall, and boarding autos for the trip out. Arriving at the cemetery a procession formed at the gate, and headed by the Anaheim band marched to the mausoleum, where the exercises were held. Rev. A. B. Markle was the orator on this occasion. Brother Markle is a veteran of the civil war, and is not as active on his feet he was sixty years ago, but his tongue is still eloquent, and he made an appropriate and inspiring address. A Daughters of Veterans' quartet, composed of Mrs. Fagin, Mrs. Arey, and Messrs. Fordham and Meeker, assisted the band in furnishing music. O. V. Knowlton adjutant of Malvern Hill Post, spoke in honor of the unknown dead, and Martin Leuschner delivered Lincoln's immortal speech, which the martyred president delivered on the battlefield at Gettysburg. The soldiers' graves were decorated by school children under the direction of the Daughters of Veterans, and Captain Alexander Henry fired a salute over the graves with his cannon. There are forty-six old soldiers' graves in the cemeteries at Anaheim and Loma Vista which were decorated by Malvern Hill Post, and the number is increasing with each passing year. In a very few years all who took part in the great civil war will be lying under the sod and the dew. GRAMMAR SCHOOL EXHIBIT AT THE S.Q.R. STORE Work of Pupils Displayed in the Show Windows In the windows of the S.Q.R. store there is on display part of the work done in the different classes during the past year. Parents are urged to see Mrs. A. G. McKey, wife of A. G. McKey, linetype operator in the Gazette composing room, is at a hospital at Ventura, where she underwent a surgical operation on Sunday morning. Telephone advices yesterday were to the effect that she is doing well, and hopes are entertained for her speedy recovery. Mr. McKey and his wife and two little boys left here on Saturday afternoon to drive to Santa Barbara, where they expected to spend Sunday with friends. They hoped to visit Oxnard and other towns in Ventura county. They reached Ventura on Saturday evening and went to a hotel. Shortly after midnight Mrs. McKey was taken quite seriously ill, and a physician was summoned. He advised that a surgical operation was immediately necessary. When Mrs. McKey learned of this fact she was anxious to return to her home in this city, but the physician stated that this was entirely impossible. She was taken to a hospital, where the operation was performed on Sunday morning. She is recovering nicely, and with no complications intervening will probably be home again next week. Mr. McKey returned to his home in this city on Monday evening, bringing the two little boys with him. The elder of the two is with him at his home on South Melrose street, and the younger is with friends at Santa Ana. Mr. McKey will return to Ventura on Saturday, and will visit with his wife at the hospital. While he looked forward with anticipations of great pleasure to meeting friends at Santa Barbara, his journey was sadly interfered with by the illness of his wife. He is overjoyed at news of her improved condition, and he hopes to bring her home again in a week or so. GRAMMAR SCHOOL EXHIBIT AT THE S. Q. R. STORE Work of Pupils Displayed in the Show Windows In the windows of the S. Q. R. store there is on display part of the work done in the different classes during the past year. Parents are urged to see this display this week. Children are already crowding in front of the windows—not an unusual thing to see in front of the S. Q. R. store, since this store may properly be called "the great children's store" of this vicinity. Being headquarters for Buster Brown Shoes, Tom Sawyer Shirts, Extra-Good clothes for boys, Elsie Dinsmore dresses, Munsing underwear and Pony hosiery, etc. POTATO GROWERS MEET JUNE 9 Farm Advisor Wahlberg is arranging an interesting field trip for potato growers of Orange county to be held Thursday afternoon, June 9th. All growers interested in potato growing, potato diseases and seed selection are invited to attend the trip, which will start from the Garden Grove school grounds at one o'clock Thursday afternoon, June 9th. W. V. Shear, certified seed inspector and potato specialist of the state department of agriculture, will explain the work of his department. Potato diseases including early blight, late blight, scab, curly leaf, rhizactonia, mosaic and others will be discussed and methods of control explained. Potato fields in the vicinity of Garden Grove, Anaheim, and Stanton will be visited to see the various conditions met with in Orange county.