anaheim-gazette 1922-01-12

January CLEARANCE Begins Thursday, Jan. 10 Days Only Every Winter Suit, Coat, Dress, Blouse, Skirt, Etc. To be Sold Regardless of Cost Or Former Pricing To be Sold Regardless of Cost Or Former Pricing —Every department in the store contribmany sales items and rarely has merchaof equal quality and value been offered at like prices. The S. Q. R. STOR Another rain visited this section Friday night, the precipitation being .28 of an inch. County Clerk J. M. Backs was in the city this week on official business and meeting his many friends. Theodore Kistner, the San Diego architect, was in town on business last week. Mr. Kistner and Mr. Durfee are the architects of the new city hall. The fourth district Congress of Mothers and Parent-Teachers will hold their annual session at Yorba Linda on Saturday. O. U. Parks died at the Anaheim sanitarium Friday night from an affliction of the brain. His home was in Bakersfield. Miss Jessie Boyd, who has been at home for the holiday vacation has returned to Berkeley to resume her studies at the university. Mrs. Henry Adams returned on Friday from a short visit with relatives in Los Angeles. Miss Annie Everhardy was in town this week from Los Angeles visiting with relatives and friends. Dan Dakovich has purchased through the Sidnam Realty company the ten acre walnut grove of F. K. Klenk between Kateila and Garden Grove, the price being $25,000. Mrs. A. A. Perdomo, who has been visiting in Santa Barbara for some time past, was in town this week looking after her affairs. She returned Wednesday to the northern city. The Anaheim Orange & Lemon association will hold its annual meeting today. A substantial refund will be announced at the meeting and Victor Loly, the auditor, will also make the pleasing statement that the association is now clear of debt. George McPhee, s, and measures, came Ana yesterday in refor his professional Henry Burdorf w, week from his ranch avenue. Henry is a pioneer settlers of H successful and proIt is reported thaMitchell will shortlbusiness building o Center street oppotheatre, or will sell builder. She was days ago looking ow Another reduction of living. Charles H the Dodge car, statpany will announce in the price of thaFebruary 1st, the refective on the first o Jose Murletta waterday afternoon bethe charge of robbin in this city. His who assisted him ilary, are in jail at f with burglarizing a Miss Jessie Boyd, who has been at home for the holiday vacation has returned to Berkeley to resume her studies at the university. You Can’t Afford Poor Shoes Today They cost too much. So pay a little more and get a pair of Florsheims; get a shoe with style, fit, comfort, character which costs much less per year. We can fit both taste and feet with "FLORSHEIMS" "By All Means, Get a Fit" F. A. Yungbluth "Home of Hart, Schaffner & Marx Clothes" Henry Hetebrink was in town this week from his Placentia ranch transacting business and meeting friends in the city. J. H. Wents was elected vice-president of the Anaheim National bank on Tuesday, the position which for several years was held by the late J. W. Duckwbrth. Leo Sheridan, Percy Rust and Walter Cadman spent the week end at Balboa hunting for ducks. They report a very pleasant outing, but birds exceedingly scarce. Twenty-four candidates for membership received the first degree at the meeting of the Knights of Columbus Wednesday night. Fifteen were from Anaheim and nine from Santa Ana. E. L. Merrill, of the Anaheim Sugar company, has purchased the Ray Fisher residence on North Palm street, the consideration being $8560. The deal was made through S. M. Kistler. Mr. and Mrs. Chester Holcomb motored over from their ranch in Chino to spend New Year's with relatives and friends in Fullerton and this city. They attended a family reunion and dinner at the home of Rev. F. Holcomb, of Fullerton, on New Year's day. Chas. H. Mann left last week on an eastern trip and expected to be absent about three weeks. He is in New York this week in attendance upon the big auto show at which there will be a meeting of Dodge Brothers dealers from every part of the country. He also planned to visit the Dodge factory at Detroit. Nine prisoners lodged in the coun- George McPhee, sealer of weights and measures, came over from Santa Ana yesterday in response to a call for his professional services. Henry Burdorf was in town this week from his ranch on Orangethorpe avenue. Henry is a son of one of the pioneer settlers of Fullerton, and is a successful and prosperous orchardist. It is reported that Mrs. N. H. Mitchell will shortly either erect a business building on her lot on West Center street opposite the California theatre, or will sell to a prospective builder. She was in the city some days ago looking over the situation. Another reduction in the high cost of living. Charles H. Mann, agent for the Dodge car, states that the company will announce a radical reduction in the price of that popular car on February 1st, the reduction being affective on the first of January. Jose Murletta was arraigned yesterday afternoon before Judge Cox on the charge of robbing the Prince store in this city. His three companions, who assisted him in the Prince burglary, are in jail at San Diego, charged with burglarizing a store at Escondido. Chas. H. Mann left last week on an eastern trip and expected to be absent about three weeks. He is in New York this week in attendance upon the big auto show at which there will be a meeting of Dodge Brothers dealers from every part of the country. He also planned to visit the Dodge factory at Detroit. Nine prisoners lodged in the county jail after their arrest at Fullerton on vagrancy charges, were Monday starting on a sentence of thirty days each. Their names are John Charlton, Herman Heltz, Jesus Puta, Francisco Rios, O. L. Bintaman, J. L. McAvoy, E. J. Pineault, Frank Parker and W. C. Gilbert. The All Funn club were the guests on Thursday afternoon of Mrs. Merton Skinner. Those present were Mrs. Leo Sheridan, Mrs. O. A. Mullinix, Mrs. Harry Sears, Mrs. Fred Marsh, Mrs. Joe Wagner, Mrs. Edgar Hartung, Mrs. William Locke, Mrs. Clark, Miss Seraper, Mrs. Olmstead and Mrs. Clem Staples. The Altar society of St. Boniface Catholic church entertained at a card party at the Knights of Columbus hall on Thursday evening last. Refreshments were served after the games. Prizes were won by Mrs. A. B. Heying, Mrs. W. A. Dolan, Mrs. Till, E. E. Brus, John Kersch and L. Muckenthaler. Letters of administration over the estate of Mrs. Sarah Lister, of Anaheim, who died Christmas day, were asked in a petition on file Friday in superior court of Lucinda M. Thompson. The estate consists of Anaheim residence property and personal property, valued in the aggregate at $4,600. The heirs include the husband, Edgar Lister, a daughter, Giadys McGuire, beating at Eaton Rapids, Michigan, and two sons, Levy and Lou Clay, of Anaheim. Two prosecutions based on charges of violating the county ordinance covering weights and measures were made during the year 1921, according to the annual report of George McPhee, county sealer of weights and measures, filed with the county clerk. Conviction resulted in both cases, which were the only instances of charges being filed, although the sealer visited a total of 1022 establish- The beautiful new home of the Elks was threatened by fire late Wednesday afternoon, when flames were discovered eating their way through the ceiling over the kitchen. The fire was discovered by George Hupp, the club chef, who was preparing dinner at the time. He quickly gave the alarm by telephone and the fire department responded immediately. The firemen were compelled to cut a hole six feet in diameter through the ceiling in order to turn the stream of water on the flames. The promptness of the fire engine and the quick work on the part of those who discovered the fire was all that saved the building from being badly damaged. The annual meeting of the Anaheim Co-Operative Citrus association was held at the packing house on West Center street Monday. J. W. Ritchie, secretary-manager, announced an increase of 43 per cent over the business of last year, and also stated that a refund of 20 cents a box would be paid the growers on the season's business. The association owns two packing houses in this city, one on the Santa Fe and the other on the Southern Pacific in the west end. Seven hundred and twenty-six cars of fruit were shipped last year. New Low Prices on Wick’s Dependable Used Cars OVERHAULED 1921 Ford Coupe, many extras, looks good, tires in fine shape.....$575 1921 Ford Sedan, all new tires, motor A-1 shape, new paint, a good buy,$695. 1921 Ford Sedan, Speedometer, Hasslers, this car has had good care,$670. 1920 Maxwell Touring,$475. FALKE Jose Murietta was arraigned yesterday afternoon before Judge Cox on the charge of robbing the Prince store in this city. His three companions, who assisted him in the Prince burglary, are in jail at San Diego, charged with burglarizing a store at Escondido after they fled from here. The California theatre has booked some first class attractions for the near future. Among them is Mary Pickford in "Little Lord Fauntleroy." Douglass Fairbank's in "The Two Musketeers," and D. W. Griffith's great play, "Way Down East." This is the first time this picture has been shown at popular prices. Charley Okomoto, proprietor of the O.K. produce store on East Center street, died suddenly at five o'clock Tuesday evening of heart failure. His wife was seriously ill with an affection of the heart when he was stricken, but is now able to get out again. Okomoto collapsed suddenly and lived two hours after he was attacked. He was dead when medical aid reached him. Miss Helen Craemer, who for the last twelve years has been a deputy in the county auditor's office, has left the employ of the county. Miss Craemer has been chief deputy for a number of years and she will be greatly missed in that office. She worked for four years under the direction of Cal D. Lester while he held the office of auditor and has worked for eight years under the direction of W.C. Jerome, county auditor. Two prosecutions based on charges of violating the county ordinance covering weights and measures were made during the year 1921, according to the annual report of George McPhee, county sealer of weights and measures, filed with the county clerk. Conviction resulted in both cases, which were the only instances of charges being filed, although the sealer visited a total of 1022 establishments during the year, his report showed. William H. Goodrum is the new commander of Anaheim post, American Legion, having been chosen at the annual election last Tuesday night. Other officers elected were: First vice-president, J. C. Downey; second vice-president W.E. De Sombre; adjutant, Arthur A. Cohen; finance officer, H.C. Sampson; sergeant-at-arms, Hugo Schultz; historian, Evan L. Miller; executive committee, Lucien Wisser, E.H. Eichler, H.E. Haines, George H. Prince. Expedition of many thousands of dollars in Orange, Fullerton, Anaheim and other Orange county cities is planned by the Southern Counties Gas company in an effort to provide adequate mains in cities where street improvements are under way or are being proposed. Several miles of mains are now being laid or relaid in this city. From North Palm' street to North Lemon street on West Chartres street, the installation has progressed so rapidly that the work is expected to be finished this week. The plans for Orange call for laying and relaying more than two miles of gas mains, this work to be done prior to paving construction which is planned for that city. Wick's Dependable Used Cars OVERHAULED 1921 Ford Coupe, many extras, looks good, tires in fine shape, $575 1921 Ford Sedan, all new tires, motor A-I shape, new paint, a good buy, $695 1921 Ford Sedan, Speedometer, Hasslers, this car has had good care, $670. 1920 Maxwell Touring, $475. 1920 Briscoe Touring, a peppy motor, $350. 1921 Ford Touring, rebuilt, all new tires and body, $500. Ford Touring, motor overhauled, new body, $375. 1918 Ford Touring, good shape, $225. Overland Touring, only $200. Dodge Sedan, 5 cord tires, many extras, $950. 1921 Ford Touring, Hasslers and speedometer, $475. 1920 Ford Touring, a good buy, $375. 1921 Ford Touring, only $450. 1919 Oakland Touring, only $475. 1918 Ford Touring, overhauled, $300. 1921 Ford Truck, like new, special stake body, oversize cords, Hasslers, $910. Chevrolet Bug, $100. Ford Speedster, $285. Ford Roadsters, $150 to $350, all overhauled and ready to go. Fine Overland Roadster, $150. 1920 Ford Truck, a wonderful buy, Ajax cords on rear, 2 speed transmission, motor in good shape. Moline platform body, only $600. Terms if Desired. Service that Satisfies Wickersheim Imp'mnt Company January Clearance AND Mid-Annual White Sale Starts Thursday ALKENSTEIN'S WALKENSTEIN'S home of the Elks were late Wednesdays and flames were discharged through the fire. The fire was Hupp, the club dining dinner at the drive the alarm by the department reThe firemen put a hole six feet in the ceiling in order of water on the business of the fire work on the discovered fire in the building from. of the Anaheim association was house on West Y. J.W. Ritchie, announced an in-nt over the busi- also stated that a box would be the season's bus- owns two pack- city, one on the other on the South-west end. Seven-six cars of fruit car. Prices on Dependable Cars BULED many extras, looks shape. $575 all new tires, mo-paint, a good buy, speedometer, Hass- good care. $670. $475. Louis Denni, of Long Beach, was in town Tuesday attending to business affairs and visiting with his many friends here. Mr. Denni is one of the directors of the Golden State National bank, and came up on business connected with that financial institution. Mrs. R. B. Herman entertained the Sixteen club on Wednesday afternoon last. Violets were used as decorations at the luncheon, which was served at 1 o'clock. At the game of cards, Mrs. John Cook won first prize, Mrs. Albert Erickson, second,and Mrs. Herman, third. Those present were: Mrs. J. W. Sackett, Mrs. John Cook, Mrs. John Kellenberger, Mrs. G. Stock, Mrs. Albert Vall, Mrs. A. K. Dahl, Mrs. L. Dahlman, Mrs. Alvin Nowatny, Mrs. L. Z. Kroeger, Mrs. James Baker, Mrs. M. E. Canby, Mrs. H. T. Hathaway, Mrs. Luce, Mrs. Albert Erickson and Mrs. Fred Peck. Mr. and Mrs. Homer G. Ames entertained the Four-Fours club on Thursday evening at the Elks' club house. Dinner was served at 7 o'clock, after which a short dance was enjoyed and later the guests returned to the Ames home on North Philadelphia street, where the usual games of cards was enjoyed The lucky winners of prizes were Mrs. Dolan and Mr. Zeppenfeld. Those present were: Mr. and Mrs. Homer Ames, Mr. and Mrs. F. A. Yungbluth, Mr. and Mrs. W.A.Dolan, Mr. and Mrs.A.B.McCord,Mr. and Mrs.Fred Zeppenfeld,Mr. and Mrs.Welborn Wallop,Mr. and Mrs.E.Borchert,Mr. and Mrs.F.A.Backs,Jr., and Miss Winifred Melrose. The meeting of the water conservation committee of the Associated Chambers of Commerce at the Anaheim Union Water company's office this afternoon will be an important one, and a full attendance is expected.The Utt plan of constructing a dam at Rincon, and the Collins plan of sinking the water by means of pits will both be discussed. Anaheim firemen Tuesday night held their annual election and listened to the reading of reports prepared to cover the activities softhedepartment during 1921.Fire damage during the year was nominal, amounting to less than $3500.Officers elected were: Dean Hassen,fire chief; Dick S.Pischle, assistant chief; Harmon Chandler, foreman; Frank Tausch, secretary; Frank Mauer,treasurer; Albert Vale,first lieutenant; L.J.Sheridan,second lieutenant,and A.D.Erickson,sergeant. Charlie Federman returned Thursday from a three months' trip,during which he visited nearly every state in the union and saw nothing to compare with California.Here went east on the Northern Pacific, returning on the Southern Pacific.He was in New York,during December and found the weather very cold and disagreeable.The weather during the remainder of the trip was pleasant.Charlie,who.is one of the pioneer merchants of this city,returns more than ever satisfied to live in Anaheim,which is the best town in the whole United States,hesays. Wall Paper Wall Paper Reflects your own individuality. Our very careful selections—most thoughtful study of this important subject—are at your service. —This year's prices are much lower. B.F. SPENCER 166 West Center St. Phone 27 We Give Green Trading Stamps.