anaheim-gazette 1922-06-15

BARHAM SAVED FATHER FROM ASSASSIN HIDES IN GARDEN BEHIND LURKING INDIAN, WARNS HIM AS HE COMES HOME Los Angeles Publisher Passes Away in London After Surgical Operation—Passed School Days in This City, and is Remembered By Many Old Time Friends—Body Being Brought Home By Wife. Guy B. Barham, who died in London on Friday as the result of a surgical operation for the removal of a gland from the throat, was formerly a resident of this city. Coming here with his parents in 1872, he passed his school days here, and was a pupil at the grammar school on Oak street between Los Angeles and Lemon, his teacher being Prof. J. M. Guinn. He was popular among all his schoolmates, being a very gentlemanly and courteous little fellow. He was the best dressed boy in school, his cloth-high esteem in this city, and on leaving for Los Angeles took with them the best wishes of a host of friends. Barham was nominated for sheriff of Los Angeles county, but was defeated. News of Guy Barham's death was received here with great sorrow by his old time friends and associates, who remember him as one of the most courteous and gentlemanly men who ever lived in this section. RALPH J. McFADDEN CANDIDATE FOR SHERIFF Anaheim Man Gets into the Race for C. E. Jackson's Job. Interest in the contest for the office of sheriff of Orange county was considerably stimulated, especially in this end of the county, by the announcement some days ago that Ralph McFadden had decided to enter the race. Mr. McFadden confesses that he is a candidate, and states that he expects to make an aggressive campaign, and visit every section of the county before the primary election, on August 29. There are four other candidates in the race, which promises to be the warmest contest in the county this summer. Sheriff Jackson is, of course, seeking re-election, and Andrew J. Cock, O. K. Carr and Sam Jernigan have also announced their candidacy. All four of these gentlemen live in Santa Ana, and each has HANS V. IS NOW ATTORNEY HOMER G. AMES RESIGNATION Private Practice No. Entire Time, He Been City's Legal en Years, and He accepted With Regi ed to Vacancy F—is Now In Office City Attorney Handed the trustees Thursday evening w a letter tendering L the office. His pri stated, demanded al would be impossible the care and time business that the w Efforts on the part persuade him recon out avail. Mayor that he take a six on Friday as the result of a surgical operation for the removal of a gland from the throat, was formerly a resident of this city. Coming here with his parents in 1872, he passed his school days here, and was a pupil at the grammar school on Oak street between Los Angeles and Lemon, his teacher being Prof. J. M. Guinn. He was popular among all his schoolmates, being a very gentlemanly and courteous little fellow. He was the best dressed boy in school, his clothing being neat and clean and he was affable and polite to every one. He later moved with his family to Los Angeles and at the time of his death was president of the Los Angeles Herald Publishing company. He went to London as a member of the party of Wm. R. Hearst several weeks ago, and while in that city underwent the surgical operation which terminated his career. His body will be brought to Los Angeles for interment. Mrs. Barham and her daughter, Millicent, left London yesterday with the remains, and will arrive in Los Angeles some time next week. Mr. Barham was a well known and highly respected citizen of Los Angeles, having lived there many years, and his death is universally mourned throughout that city, as well as in Anaheim, where he formerly resided. One of young Barham's most notable exploits was the saving of his father's life when the family lived on West Broadway between Los Angeles and Lemon streets. The family had in its employ an Indian named Indian George. This man was docile and industrious when sober, but when drinking proved to be a very dangerous man. Some years before he had attacked his employer, but was beaten about the head with the butt end of a revolver and subdued. He nursed a grudge against the old gentleman and in his cups vowed he would kill him. On the occasion in question Indian George became intoxicated one afternoon, and on returning to the home vowed he would kill Barham on his return that evening. In front of the residence ran an irrigation ditch, which was spanned by a small foot bride. Indian George armed himself and hid behind some bushes in the garden near the foot bridge. Guy took up a position behind another bush near by and waited for his father's return. Presently Barham's footsteps were heard coming down Broadway. As he was about to step upon the bridge, Guy jumped up and called to his father to look out for In- AUTOIST RAN DOWN MAN, REFUSED TO STOP Held in the county jail, following an accident on the Newport boulevard, G. Wessman, 72, of 572 Sierra street, Los Angeles, was expected to face a charge of failing to render aid, although the authorities had difficulty in finding some one to file the charge. H. H. Fifield, of Torrance, who was struck down by Wessman's car and apparently was the one needing the aid, refused to sign a complaint. According to the authorities, he was merely interested in securing a property settlement and would agree no to prosecute the criminal charge if his wishes were met. That idea didn't appeal to the sheriff's office as satisfying a violation of the law. It was decided therefore to call on Roy Edwards, of Santa Ana, who made the arrest of Wessman as a private citizen... Whether Edwards would sign the complaint had not been decided Tuesday. Fifield's car had been disabled by a broken wheel and was at one side of the boulevard. G. M. Miller, 1068 W. Second street, Santa Ana, was hailed by Fifield and asked for a ride to San- City Attorney handed the trustees Thursday evening with a letter tendering him the office. His statement, demanded all would be impossible, the care and time business that the w Efforts on the part persuade him recommend avail. Mayor that he take a six but Mr. Ames was done er his official connection city, consequently th accepted. Mr. America nation was as follow "To the Honorable K. City of Anaheim "Gentlemen: I have resignation as city attorney of Anaheim, to take over pointment and qualification. "It is with great rea after mature deliberation compelled at this time very pleasant relations listed between your wife and myself for more years, and this action the fact that other day time render it important devote to the duties time and careful attention require and deserve. "In severing my o with our municipality say that the uniform has ever been extended Honorable Body, as clerk, the city manager officials and employees more than appreciate can assure you that dial relations which tween us as among associations of my life. "Assuring you that zen it is my earnest and co-operate with Body in the consumer progressive and conserve which have ever changed actions, and again to your many courtesies remain, yours very." on his return that evening. In front of the residence ran an irrigation ditch, which was spanned by a small foot bride. Indian George armed himself and hid behind some bushes in the garden near the foot bridge. Guy took up a position behind another bush near by and waited for his father's return. Presently Barham's footsteps were heard coming down Broadway. As he was about to step upon the bridge, Guy jumped up and called to his father to look out for Indian George. Quick as a flash Barham whipped out his revolver and covered the Indian, who was disarmed and taken off to jail. He was dismissed from Barham's employ, went to Arizona and was subsequently killed in a drunken brawl. Mr. Barham used to say that Guy certainly saved his life that night, for the Indian had threatened to kill him upon various occasions. Mrs. Barham always insisted that he be sent away, but as he sobered up and promised to be good he was retained in their employ until the case referred to when he was dismissed. Mr. Barham was constable of Anaheim township, defeating Dye Davis, who had held the office for a number of years. He was known as the quickest man with a gun in the west and his aim was unerring. After his defeat of Davis, the latter repeatedly showed his unfriendliness toward him. They met in the Enterprise saloon and an argument ensued. Davis reached for his gun, but Barham was there with the goods, putting his pistol in Davis' face and disarming him. Davis had been charged with the murder of Marshal Lehman some years before, but was acquitted. He killed a Mexican charged with a felony and killed at least one other man whom he went to arrest. The Barham family were held in That idea didn't appeal to the sheriff's office as satisfying a violation of the law. It was decided therefore to call on Roy Edwards, of Santa Ana, who made the arrest of Wessman as a private citizen. Whether Edwards would sign the complaint had not been decided Tuesday. Fifield's car had been disabled by a broken wheel and was at one side of the boulevard. G. M. Miller, 1068 W. Second street, Santa Ana, was hailed by Fifield and asked for a ride to Santa Ana. While crossing the road, Fifield was struck by Wessman's car, traveling toward Newport Beach. Edwards, who is connected with a meat market at the Grand Central market, was driving behind Wessman and saw the accident. When Wessman did not stop, Edwards gave chase. Wessman, it was said, refused Edwards' demand that he stop, and Edwards was finally forced to drive ahead and stop in front of Wessman, whose car struck the rear of Edwards' machine. Wessman and W. W. Carruthers, Los Angeles newspaper man living at 6111 Carlos avenue, Hollywood, were both arrested by Edwards. Carruthers was held as a witness. He was in the rear seat, having just been "given a lift" by Wessman, he said. He declared that as he was shading his face from the wind with his hat he did not see the accident and was not aware that one had occurred until he was arrested. Fifield's wounds were dressed by a local surgeon and he then returned to his home. Dr. G. W. Closson has sold his property on Cypress street to Robert Millard. He has also resigned his position as county live stock inspector. The doctor is preparing to move out of the county. Mr. Ames has actedoney and legal advisorand other officials onthe resignation of Mr.eleven years ago.Hisand ably performed importantoffice,andconnectedwiththecitygreathisretirementprivatepractice,andtiesrequiredoftheormadehisworkhecouldphysicallystartehwasforcedtorelieialjob. After accepting the Mr. Ames, the trusteeofelectingtorney, Hans B. Weiselon the first ballot toMr. Weisel was formercounty's mostpromisinga year or twoagohethelawandbecomeboldissalowedhislawofficetoHemmiandretiredThreeweeksagohenofficeandagainghumannowannouncingthathew Practicingattorney.Mr. Weiselservedancounty'srepresentatillegislature,andduringanexcellentrecordableadvisortotheandhisappointmentfactiontothepeople. Two names were pboard for the positionMr.Ames'resignationWeisel and W.P.Wereceivedthreevotes AHEIM GAZET Anaheim, California, Thursday, June 15, 1922 HANS V. WEISEL IS NOW CITY ATTORNEY HOMER G. AMES TURNS IN HIS RESIGNATION THURSDAY NIGHT Private Practice Now Occupies His Entire Time, He Declares—Has Been City's Legal Adviser for Eleven Years, and His Resignation Accepted With Regret—Weisel Elected to Vacancy By Majority Vote—Is Now in Office. City Attorney Homer G. Ames handed the trustees a surprise last Thursday evening when he presented a letter tendering his resignation of the office. His private practice, he stated, demanded all his time, and it would be impossible for him to devote the care and time to the increasing business that the work necessitated. Efforts on the part of the trustees to persuade him reconsider, were without avail. Mayor Stark suggested that he take a six months' vacation. RUSH PLANS FOR THE BIG INSECTARY Institution to Be Located on the High School Grounds Work on the insectary fathered by the Orange County Pest Control association, and to be located at Anaheim, will begin within the immediate future, according to plans announced by A. A. Brock, county horticultural commissioner. Brook is secretary-treasurer of the association. C. R. Utt is president, and Dr. I. G. McBeth is vice-president. The insectary, which will fill a long felt need in Orange county, will be located on the northeast corner of the Anaheim high school grounds on West Center street. The building, which will be of frame, will cost about $2000 and will be completed as speedily as possible. According to Brock, it is expected that the insectary will be ready for occupancy within five or six weeks. Immediately thereafter the battle to eradicate citrus and deciduous pests will be on in full blast. One of the chief reasons for locating the insectary on the high school grounds, Brock said, was the desire to give students interested in biological control an opportunity to study the subject at first hand. At the same time, it was explained, Anaheim high school students no doubt will be em- LARGEST CLASS GRADUATES FROM H.S. EIGHTY-ONE STUDENTS RECEIVE THEIR DIPLOMAS FRIDAY EVENING Miss Janey Van der Veer Selected as Salutatorian and Miss Mary Kane Makes Valedictory Address—Rev. J. Whitcomb Brougher, Chief Orator, Delivers a Stirring and Appropriate Speech—New Auditorium Filled With Parents and Friends of the Graduates. The class of '22, Anaheim high school, which finished its course last Friday night, enjoys two distinctions—it was the first class to graduate in the splendid new auditorium and is by far the largest class ever turned loose by that institution. There were 35 boys and 46 girls in the class, and they were all on hand to take part in the commencement exercises and hear the City Attorney Homer G. Ames handed the trustees a surprise last Thursday evening when he presented a letter tendering his resignation of the office. His private practice, he stated, demanded all his time, and it would be impossible for him to devote the care and time to the increasing business that the work necessitated. Efforts on the part of the trustees to persuade him reconsider, were without avail. Mayor Stark suggested that he take a six months' vacation, but Mr. Ames was determined to sever his official connection with the city, consequently the resignation was accepted. Mr. Ames' letter of resignation was as follows: "To the Honorable Board of Trustees, City of Anaheim, Gentlemen: I hereby tender my resignation as city attorney of the city of Anaheim, to take effect upon the appointment and qualification of my successor. "It is with great reluctance and only after mature deliberation that I am compelled at this time, to sever the very pleasant relations which have existed between your Honorable Body and myself for more than eleven years, and this action is due only to the fact that other demands upon my time render it impossible for me to devote to the duties of my office the time and careful attention which they require and deserve. In severing my official connection with our municipality, permit me to say that the uniform courtesy which has ever been extended to me by your Honorable Body, as well as the city clerk, the city manager, and all other officials and employees of our city is more than appreciated by me, and I can assure you that I value the cordial relations which have existed between us as among the most pleasant associations of my life. Assuring you that as a private citizen it is my earnest desire to assist and co-operate with your Honorable Body in the consummation of the progressive and constructive policies which have ever characterized your actions, and again thankking you for your many courtesies to me, I beg to remain, yours very respectfully, "H. G. AMES, City Attorney." Mr. Ames has acted as city attorney and legal advisor to the trustees and other officials of the city since the resignation of Richard Melrose, eleven years ago. He has faithfully and ably performed the duties of the that the insectary will be ready for occupancy within five or six weeks. Immediately thereafter the battle to eradicate citrus and deciduous pests will be on in full blast. One of the chief reasons for locating the insectary on the high school grounds, Brock said, was the desire to give students interested in biological control an opportunity to study the subject at first hand. At the same time, it was explained, Anaheim high school students no doubt will be employed from time to time as assistants in the campaign to eliminate fruit pests in this county. The insectary, Brock pointed out, will be financed in large part by those most vitally concerned—the citrus associations, packing houses and individual growers. All these will be embodied in the Orange County Pest Control association. The purpose for which the association was formed is to make vigorous efforts to combat citrus pests through the medium of biological control. For this purpose, the association was authorized to build and operate insectaries, co-operate with state and county authorities. It may also endeavor to secure additional assistance from these authorities... if necessary, in fighting citrus and other pests. Chief among the associations and exchanges which will be affiliated with the pest control association are the Northern Orange County Citrus exchange, the Orange County Fruit exchange and the Mutual Orange Distributors' association. C. C. Chapman, D. Eyman Huff, J. V. Newman, C. E. Utt and other prominent men in Oranve county have taken an active interest in the formation of the association. Any association, corporation or private grower may become a member of the pest control association by agreeing to the by-laws and paying to the association quarterly the subscription of one-fourth of one per cent per packed box of citrus fruit shipped from November 1, 1921. It is provided that each quarterly payment shall be based on the number of packed boxes shipped during the quarter. The building to be erected on the high school grounds will be insect-proof and will be divided into a number of small rooms, where propagation will be carried out on an extensive scale. Parasites will be released from the insectary by experienced workmen as early as practicable. Commissioner Brock will have active control of the insectary. About seven assistants The class of '22, Anaheim high school, which finished its course last Friday night, enjoys two distinctions—it was the first class to graduate in the splendid new auditorium and is by far the largest class ever turned loose by that institution. There were 35 boys and 46 girls in the class, and they were all on hand to take part in the commencement exercises and hear the words of advice handed them by the speakers. The big auditorium was filled to its capacity by the parents and friends of the graduates, and they applauded generously as the class marched in and took seats on the rostrum. The stage was beautifully decorated with red and white flowers and greenery. Rev. J. Whitcomb Brougher, pastor of Temple Baptist church, Los Angeles, was the speaker, and made an eloquent address, his subject being "Keys and Keyholes." In closing his remarks he stated that he had just read that Guy Barham, publisher of the Los Angeles Herald, whose death was announced Thursday, had been a student of the Anaheim schools at one time, and he hoped members of the class of '22 would reach equal distinction in the business world. Miss Janey Van der Veer had been chosen salutatorian and Miss Mary Kane valedictorian. Both young ladies made sensible and impressive talks which were highly appreciated by the audience. Ray Callor, poet of the class, read an original poem. Miss Gertrude Griggs presented the class memorial to the school, which was accepted by Marvin Ross, the new president of the student body. H. E. Carner, president of the board of trustees, presented the diplomas to the class and Principal J. A. Clayes presented a gold medal to Miss Mary Kane, who recently won the oratorical contest. The high school glee club furnished the music. Following is the roster of the class of '22: Edith Fay Archer, Hulda E. Bakenhus, Gladys Rosely Bever, Barbara Bishop. Ronald M. Briggs. Margaret Harriet Brisco. Edgar V. Brown. Earl Bushard, Marion Butler. Lay Louise Callor. Ray T. Callor. Marcia Melissa Carmichael. Clara Antionette Carmichael. Emil Albert Caruthers. Lucile Mary Chaffee. Alta Mae Christon. Elmer E. Clabaugh. John Ramsay Mr. Ames has acted as city attorney and legal advisor to the trustees and other officials of the city since the resignation of Richard Melrose, eleven years ago. He has faithfully and ably performed the duties of the important office, and all persons connected with the city government regret his retirement. Growth of his private practice, and increasing duties required of the city's legal adviser made his work heavier than he could physically stand, consequently he was forced to relinquish his official job. After accepting the resignation of Mr. Ames, the trustees proceeded to the work of electing a new city attorney. Hans B. Weisel was elected on the first ballot to fill the vacancy. Mr. Weisel was formerly one of the county's most prominent attorneys, but a year or two ago he decided to quit the law and become a farmer. He sold his law office to Judge J. U. Hemmi and retired to his ranch. Three weeks ago he re-purchased his office and againg hung out his shingle announcing that he was once more a practicing attorney. A few years ago Mr. Weisel served a term as Orange county's representative in the state legislature, and during his term made an excellent record. He will prove an able advisor to the city government, and his appointment will give satisfaction to the people of the city. Two names were presented to the board for the position made vacant by Mr. Ames' resignation—those of H. V. Weisel and W. P. Webb, Jr. Weisel received three votes and Webb two. Edwin Schleuter, who for the past three or four years has been an employee of the Standard Oil company, was recently rewarded for faithful service by an advancement. For a year or more he has been stationed at Perris, on the fringes of the desert, but he has been transferred to the office at Fullerton with the position of senior clerk. This job has many advantages over the old one. The salary is better, the Fullerton climate is superior to that of Perris, and he is working close to his home. Following is the roster of the class of '22: Edith Fay Archer, Hulda E. Bakenhus, Gladys Rosely Bever, Barbara Bishop, Ronald M. Briggs, Margaret Harriet Briscoe, Edgar V. Brown, Earl Bushard, Marion Butler, Lay Louise Callor, Ray T. Callor, Marcia Melissa Carmichael, Clara Antlonette Carr michael, Emil Albert Caruthers, Lucille Mary Chaffee, Alta Mae Christon, Elmer E. Clabaugh, John Ramsay Clark, Alfred I. Clayes, Andrew J. Cook, Dorothy Cunningham, Margaree Mary Dauser, Doris E. Eden; Ruthana Edmiston, Clifford E. Elliott, Lois Garison, Stuart M. Gates, Robert Frederick Gibbs, Oscar A. Giese, Hilda Catherine Gordon Gertrude May Griggs, Agnes Josephine Harkness, Theodora Adele Hager, Archie M. Henry, Nicholas M. Hile, Lillian Hartfield, Gertrude Hiles, Pauline Houts, Katherine M. Huarte, John F. Hashman Viola L. Johnson, Wendell Jones, Helen Jordan, Claudina Ruth Kahly, Mary Lillie Kane, Mildred Isabel Kemp, Otto Krastel, Stanton R. Langs, Jr., George Edward Mattis, Velma Irene Martin, Iris B. McKinney, Regina McElhenry, Rulon Wells McOmie, Florence M. Meeker, Lydia Malvina Meger, William Paul Melhorn, Thomas H. Mock, Dorothy Louise Moody, Anna Katherine Miller, Hilda A. Nussbaum, Dorothy Belle Osborn, John Willis Parks, Jack H. Payne, Mary Louise Poyet, Bessie M. Renner, Russell R. Renner, Louise Virginia Schmidt, Laura Pearl Schultz, Theodore Roosevelt Slems, Irving William Trimbel, James Alfred Tuma, Katherine Van Booven, Janey Lillian Van der Veer, Frances M. Wallace, Fred Witman, Florence Madonna Wright, Cecil E. Tozier, Lawrence M. Tozier, Bergil O. Rush, Philomena Caroline Ricker, Robert E. Sargent. ZETTE CALIFORNIA STATE Number 32 COUNTY RANCHERS TO ATTEND FIELD MEET June 19 and 29 will be memorable days for the poultrymen of Orange county, if the plans of the farm bureau committee are successful. On those days special programs, arranged by the committees, under the direction of Assistant Farm Advisor Floyd Scott, will be carried out at the ranged by the committet, under the ducers. Tentative plans call for meetings at Garden Grove and Cypress on the first day, and at Costa Mesa and Orange on the second. The names of the men whose ranches the demonstrations will be conducted have not been given out. A specialist from the University of California will be present to assist in the demonstrations and to give advice. Assistant Advisor Scott will speak briefly of the work done in Orange county. The extension committee has been engaged in an educational campaign among gte producers of the county for several months, and the demonstration and tour are expected to prove a valuable factor in this campaign. “There is keen interest in the raising of chicks, the increasing egg production, and feeding and culling methods.” Scott declared, “and the conference was thought to be a suitable method of gaining concerted action. MUNICIPAL PARK IMPROVEMENTS ORDERED CITY WILL EXPEND $10,000 ON IT, WITHIN THE NEXT FEW MONTHS Athletic Field to Be Constructed Immediately. Trees and Shrubbery to Be Planted—$80,000 Block of Outfall Sewer Bonds Sold to Wm. R. Staats Co. at High Premium—Curtis Granted Extension of Time on the Chartres Street Work. The recommendation of Messrs. Gates and Gibbs, park committee, for certain improvements in the city park was approved by the board of trustees Thursday night, and immediate work will begin. It is proposed to spend $10,000 this summer on the grounds, most of the work to be done along the Cypress street side. An athletic field will be created with a grand stand for spectators, trees, shrubbery and flowers planted, comfort stations erected. Anaheim high school has its course last two distinctions class to graduate in literature and is by never turned loose. There were 35 the class, and they take part in the classes and hear the ideas them by the It was filled to its events and friends and they applauded class marched in the rostrum. The city decorated with greenery. Brougher, pastor of church, Los Angeles made an object being "Keys closing his rehearsal had just read publisher of the whose death was had been a stucco schools at one member of the each equal distinction world. Ver Veer had been and Miss Mary Both young lace and impressive highly appreciated by Callor poet of original poem. Miss presented the class work, which was acclaimed, the new presidency. Student of the board of the diplomas toipal J. A. Clayes final to Miss Mary on the oratorical club furnished Master of the class Hulda E. Bakenbever, Barbara Briggs, Margaret V. Brown, Earl Lay Louise Marcia Melissa Antionette Cary Caruthers, Luciana Mae Christon, John Ramsay The extension committee has been engaged in an educational campaign among the producers of the county for several months, and the demonstration and tour are expected to prove a valuable factor in this campaign. "There is keen interest in the raising of chicks, the increasing egg production, and feeding and culling methods," Scott declared, "and the conference was thought to be a suitable method of gaining concerted action. Through the assembling of so many poultrymen, the farm bureau educational efforts will be greatly advanced." "This is the first opportunity many of the folk interested in chickens have had. To visit ranches where a constructive program is being carried out. NEW FUMIGATING CO. Wm. F. Bonkosky and Herbert H. Oelke have signified their intention to re-enter the fumigating business this year. They have purchased a complete brand new equipment and will be prepared to handle all work pertaining to the fumigating of orchards. Mr. Bonkosky is one of Anaheim's oldest and most efficient fumigators, having been engaged in the business for the past 20 years. Mr. Oelke was associated with his brother, Wm. J. Oelke, last year, having owned a half interest in the company. Their office will be located at 600 West Center street. Phone 213-M. Their announcement appears elsewhere in this paper. WILL BUILD RESERVOIR AT THE COUNTY PARK J. P. Hunter, Alhambra contractor, was awarded the contract for constructing a 200,000 gallon concrete reservoir at the Orange county park. Hunter filed the lowest among six bids on the combined excavating and concrete work, his figure being $6808. Bids on the contract for building a 200,000 gallon concrete reservoir at the county park are in the hands of J. L. McBride, county highway superintendent, for classifying. McBride's report was awaited by the board of supervisors before award of the contract would be made. Six contractors filed bids on the contract, as follows: Paul G. Ehlers, Pasadena, $4700; R. H. Travers, Los Angeles, $6616; W. M. Leddham, Los Angeles, $6696. The recommendation of Messrs. Gates and Gibbs, park committee, for certain improvements in the city park was approved by the board of trustees Thursday night, and immediate work will begin. It is proposed to spend $10,000 this summer on the grounds, most of the work to be done along the Cypress street side. An athletic field will be created with a grand stand for spectators, trees, shrubbery and flowers planted, comfort stations erected, water mains and wires for lighting placed, and sewer pipe laid. The work will be rushed as rapidly as possible. Bids for the construction of the grand stand will be called for at once. Anaheim municipal bonds appear to be considered gilt-edged on the market. The first eighty thousand dollar block of the $240,000 outfall sewer issue authorized by a vote of the people, was sold Thursday night to the William R. Staats company, the premium offered being $3638. There were two other bidders, the First Securities Co., offering $2875, and the M. J. Lewis Co., $2346. The bonds are drawn five per cent interest. The city is offering the $240,000 issue in blocks as the money is needed, in order to save paying interest on the full amount. Three bids for printing the bonds were received, and were laid over for consideration at an adjourned meeting this afternoon. The work of paving Chartres street from Olive to Palm will soon be completed according to a report of George L. Curtis, contractor, but he was granted an extension of sixty days' time. This street has been closed to traffic for several weeks,and residents thereon are anxious to see it re-opened. A. Mills presented petitions praying for the paving of certain portions of North and North Lemon streets. Trustee Stock stated that certain sidewalks were not being laid according to specifications. Contractors, he said, were bidding low to get the work, and consequently were not laying the concrete as deep as it should be. The city manager will make an investigation. Southern Pacific officials are going to be requested to discipline their train employees. They have been accused to blocking traffic in the west end of town by allowing trains to stand on crossings, and when irate motorists complained they have a disagreeable habit of "sassing back." City Manager Steward will communicate with the officials and endeavor to see that the ordinance governing Hulda E. Baken-Bever, Barbara Briggs, Margaret V. Brown, Earl Miller, Lay Louise Marcia Melissa Cantonette Carr, Caruthers, Luda Mae Christon, John Ramsay Jones, Andrew J. Nugham, Margaree E. Eden, Ruthana Elliott, Lois Garss, Robert FredGiese, Hilda Gertrude May Shine Harkness, Roger, Archie M. Wille, Lillian Hart-Pauline Houts, John F. Hush-Wendell Jones, Anna Ruth Kahly, Mildred Isabel Canton R. Langs, Mattis, Velma McKinney, Reson Wells McMeeker, Lydia Sam Paul Mel-Mock, Dorothy Katherine Miller, Dorothy Belle Parks, Jack H. Poyet, Bessie M. Turner, Louise VirPearl Schultz, Siems, Irving Jones Alfred Tuma, Janey Lillian Jones M. Wallace, Lawrence M. Russh, Philomena ert E. Sargent. Bids on the contract for building a 200,000 gallon concrete reservoir at the county park are in the hands of J. L. McBride, county highway superintendent, for classifying. McBride's report was awaited by the board of supervisors before award of the contract would be made. Six contractors filed bids on the contract, as follows: Paul G. Ehlers, Pasadena, $4700; R. H. Travers, Los Angeles, $6616; W. M. Ledbetter, Los Angeles, $5868; Mercereau Bridge and Construction company, Los Angeles, $6490; J. P. Hunter, Los Angeles, $5444; E. H. Wall, Covina, $9626. Each contractor also included bids on the excavation, the lowest being 62 cents a square yard. Erlers, who submitted the low figure on the tank bid $1.10 a yard on the excavation. It is proposed to erect the tank on a hill south of the park, to house the water supply for the park. CITRUS GROWERS ORGANIZE FARM BUREAU DEPARTMENT In connection with the series of nineteen field meetings on the treatment of frosted trees and the pruning of uninjured trees, the citrus growers of the county are to elect executive committee representatives prepartory to the launching of a citrus growers' department of farm bureau. In connection with the citrus institute meeting to be held at Pomona, Jul 14, farm bureau officials and representatives of agricultural extension service believe that the organization of a citrus growers' department is a decided step forward and will mean greatly improved facilities for co-operative educational work with the citrus industry. "Sugar catches more files than vinegar"—but who wants to catch files? Southern Pacific officials are going to be requested to discipline their train employees. They have been accustomed to blocking traffic in the west end of town by allowing trains to stand on crossings, and when irate motorists complained they have a disagreeable habit of "sassing back." City Manager Steward will communicate with the officials and endeavor to see that the ordinance governing such matters is respected and obeyed. LITTLE KATHRYN EFKER SUCCUMBS TO DIPHTHERIA Daughter of Mr. and Mr*. H. J. Efker Passed Away Thursday Kathryn Efker, aged twelve, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Herman J. Efker, died at the county hospital at 5:30 Thursday evening of diphtheria. The little girl was taken ill the first of the week, but her illness did not appear to be of a serious nature. Wednesday Dr. Truxaw was called in and immediately pronounced her suffering from diphtheria. He called an ambulance and had her transferred to the contagious ward of the county hospital. She improved somewhat after reaching the hospital, but soon began to grow worse. Anti-toxine was administered in large doses as a last resort, but it failed to check the ravages of the disease, and she died Thursday evening. Private funeral services were held at Backs & Terry's chapel Saturday afternoon, only the family of the little girl being permitted to attend. She was buried in Holy Cross cemetery. Kathryn was a pupil at St. Joseph's academy, and her passing is sincerely mourned by the teachers and pupils of that institution.