anaheim-gazette 1924-07-17

VOLUME LIV CITIES CONFER ON JOINT POWER PROJECT ANAHEIM AND FULLERTON COUN CILS DISCUSS THE MATTER AT CITY HALL No Authority Under Existing Law for Such a Move, but Legislature Will Be Appealed to for Special Act—Water Improvement Bonds Sold at High Premium — New Board of Health Appointed by Mayor Metcalf — No Park Concerts This Summer. There is no law at present authorizing the construction of a joint electric lighting and power plant by the cities of Anaheim and Fullerton. This was decided at a meeting of the two councils at the city hall Wednesday evening, and while it will delay the work, it will not prevent carrying out of the plan as soon as the legal au luncheon which has been arranged for Thursday, July 17th. Mr. Clagstone has supervision over the western district of the United States for the National Chamber of Commerce and is well known, especially throughout the west. At the meeting on July 17th, the plans for the development of Newport Bay will be presented to Mr. Clagstone and the support and cooperation of the national organization invited. The secretary of the Orange County Harbor Chamber of Commerce has known Mr. Clagstone, as well as several of the Washington officials of the National Chamber for several years and was a visitor to the Headquarters for the National chamber when attending the hearing in Washington, December, 1923. Mr. Clagstone is an able speaker and is called on for many important gatherings of Chamber of Commerce bodies and luncheon clubs. Edward A. Bertram, formerly of New York, now of Oakland, was a visitor at Newport Beach during the past week. Mr. Bertram is an Engineer of ability and is well known as an authority on traffic facilities in relation to harbor operation. For several years he was engaged on part of the work of planning the new and exten- There is no law at present authorizing the construction of a joint electric lighting and power plant by the cities of Anaheim and Fullerton. This was decided at a meeting of the two councils at the city hall Wednesday evening, and while it will delay the work, it will not prevent carrying out of the plan as soon as the legal authority can be secured only an act of the legislature can make the step legal, but the legislature will not meet until January. The California League of Municipalities will be asked to father the move, and it will be presented to the legislative body either as a general act, governing the entire state or as a special act applying only to the two cities. Mayor Metcalf of this city was chosen chairman of the meeting and Mayor Crook of Fullerton acted as secretary. A committee of six, two councilmen from each city and the two city attorneys, was appointed to take charge of the legislative part of the project and push it through as rapidly as possible. While no opposition in the legislature is anticipated, should the act for some unforeseen reason fall of passage, it was decided that each city would proceed with its plans for individual plants. It was decided to make the joint committee a permanent one which will meet in consultation whenever the occasion demands, at the call of Mayor Metcalf. The probable course will be early bond elections. At the best, it requires four months to call a bond election, advertise and sell bonds. Each city will get this formality out of the way. Then, if legislation is obtained permitting the joint power plant, an election can be called in each city by which voters can approve the use of the bond money for a joint project. If the legislation cannot be secured for any reason, the cities can proceed separately. At the regular meeting of the trustees Thursday night bids were opened for the purchase of the $110,000 water improvement bonds recently voted. Ten bids were submitted, the premiums offered ranging from $1474 to $3412. The latter bid was offered by the Anglo-London-Paris Co. of Los Angeles and after consideration of all the bids that company's offer was accepted. This is considered a remarkably high figure and indicates that Anaheim's credit is good. Mr. Clagstone is an able speaker and is called on for many important gatherings of Chamber of Commerce bodies and luncheon clubs. Edward A. Bertram, formerly of New York, now of Oakland, was a visitor at Newport Beach during the past week. Mr. Bertram is an Engineer of ability and is well known as an authority on traffic facilities in relation to harbor operation. For several years he was engaged on part of the work of planning the new and extensive belt lines and tunnels by which all rail lines entering the area surrounding New York will be given quick change of cars. This new system which will require several years to build is the largest device for facilitating the improvement of fast freight especially perishable fruits, meats and other food products into the metropolitan area. Mr. Bertram is interested in the study of terminals at all harbors and visited Newport Bay in order to keep himself well informed on harbor development on the Pacific Coast. Mr. Bertram's visit was brief, he having to return to Oakland on business, but he plans to make another visit to Newport Bay in the near future. YOUNG MAN INJURED IN AUTO ACCIDENT Jim Whitaker Almost Loses An Arm In a Smashup Jimmy Whitaker, son of Postmaster J. H. Whitaker, came near meeting his death in a collision at Cypress Thursday morning. Jim is employed in the oil fields and travels back and forth from his home to his work in a car. Thursday morning, about 9 o'clock, he bumped into a truck at Cypress station. His car was wrecked and he sustained serious injuries. In response to a phone call a Backy Terry and Campbell ambulance was sent out to Cypress and brought him to the community hospital. It was found that his left arm was almost severed from his body and he had received other injuries. It was feared that the injury to his arm would necessitate amputation, but it is now believed that nothing more serious than a stiff arm will result. It is supposed, that worn out from his night's work and sleepy, the young man was dozing at the wheel when the accident occurred. T. B. Talbert of H is in the race for st candidacy was announced ago, and his nominated with the county cl comprises the county Riverside and Imperial was believed that tha rethe Republican ticket go to Riverside, it that Mayor S. C. Eve weeks stood in the favorite son of that drew his name. The ans' withdrawal are no writer hereof, but he a warm supporter of Johnson and undoubt to his old time sentiments at one time but since the decisive Johnson at the press elections, they would handicap to a candidate. Tom Talbert has for been chairman of the visors of Orange county no man in the county versant with the aff private, not only of joining counties. He ed, conservative man lent judgment, and w quires can express his and convincing language president of the State County Supervisors, with Governor Richard matters and is we state affairs. Orange county is elated with two other senatorial district, bu tionment bill, introd session of the legislat district, constituting trict and Riverside ad other. This bill failed will probably become winter's session. The this fall will represent durings during his term, of which Orange count a district of its own. In a statement ann didacy Talbert says: "Southern California been deprived of prition in the legislat apportionment being gated by the rapid grout of the state. Reapport due and I shall certain At the regular meeting of the trustees Thursday night bids were opened for the purchase of the $110,000 water improvement bonds recently voted. Ten bids were submitted, the premiums offered ranging from $1474 to $3412. The latter bid was offered by the Anglo-London-Paris Co. of Los Angeles and after consideration of all the bids that company's offer was accepted. This is considered a remarkably high figure and indicates that Anaheim's credit is good. A new board of health, composed of Dr. George A. Paige, J. H. Enearl, W. P. Webb, Sr., Bert F. Barr and Fred Koesel was appointed deputy city marshal without pay on the recommendation of Chief Moody. Owing to the state of the city's finances it was decided that there would be no concerts at the city park this summer. The ordinance fixing a license tax of $900 per quarter on fortune tellers and others of like kidney was read for the second time and passed. This will put a quietus on the fakes who have been swindling gullible people. An ordinance calling for bids for the purchase of water pipe, was adopted. The specifications are those adopted in 1919, and the bids asked for 8750 feet of four inch cast iron and 6300 feet of six inch cast iron "C" type. The bids will be opened at the regular meeting of the city council, August 21, at 8 o'clock. HARBOR CONFERENCE Paul Clagstone, western manager of the Chamber of Commerce of the United States, will meet with the board of directors of the Orange county Chamber of Commerce and has accepted an invitation to attend a About 15,700 lives were lost in motor vehicle accidents (exclusive of grade crossings between motor vehicles and trains) in the United States during 1923, an increase of nearly 2,000 over the 1922 record. Grade crossing fatalities make a total exceeding 17,000. This estimate was made by the National Safety Committee of the Automobile Department of the National Bureau of Casualty and Surety Underwriters on the basis of statistics of 135 cities. It may be all right to insure your car against fire, theft, collision, public liability and property damage, and so long as the accident may be due to your carelessness merely hurts the "other fellow" you let the insurance company worry about the cost. But if you happen to be the "other fellow", insurance collected by your heirs may not help you in the place to which you go. No insurance has yet been found which will prevent death and injury; hence it pays to be careful. Mr. and Mrs. E. J. Hartung, who are taking an auto trip into the far north were in Vancouver at last accounts and were having an enjoyable trip. They had traveled over 3,000 miles when they reached Vancouver. this fall will represent ties during his term, of which Orange county a district of its own. In a statement annexed didacy Talbert says: "Southern California been deprived of protection in the legislative apportionment being diluted by the rapid growth of the state. Reapport due and I shall certain with the movement to range county should have district to itself. While favoring re would at the same striction upon the reported the cities and San Francisco. T in my opinion, a curly cities in order to man of power. "The Mecca-Blythe highways should be one earliest possible time vide a missing link in total thoroughfares of importance to Southern consider these among ant tasks ahead. "The proposed farm be located in an agrinity, not among skies should, it seems to though a serious effort afoot to locate the se skyscrapers. "Orange county has supported Riverside palgn to bring the fa and, if elected, I will port to the senate. "Development and water are vital matter should be promoted wherever the opportunity lie my record as an onstrates my position." AHEIM GAZETT Anaheim, California, Thursday, July 17, 1924 TALBERT IN RAGE FOR THE STATE SENATE CHAIRMAN OF BOARD OF SUPERVISORS AFTER LEGISLATIVE POSITION Mayor Evans of Riverside, has Withdrawn from the Contest — Under New Apportionment Bill Orange County Will Comprise One District, Should Pending Bill Become Law—Hartranft Candidate for Assembly, Make Public Announcement. T. B. Talbert of Huntington Beach is in the race for state senator. His candidacy was announced some days ago, and his nomination petitions filled with the county clerk. This district comprises the counties of Orange, Riverside and Imperial and while it was believed that the nomination on the Republican ticket would this year clearly as it could possibly be presented. The tri-counties conservation project is an example. S. C. Hartranft, whose place of residence is between this city and Fullerton, is now committed to the race for assemblyman from Orange county, his nomination petitions having been filed with the county clerk last week. The petitions were circulated in various sections of the county by the following gentlemen: Chas. H. Chapman, Santa Ana; J. L. Alnsworth, Costa Mesa; H. A. Lake, Garden Grove; J. P. Greeley, Balboa; John F. Pleper, Tustin; Frank M. Dowling, Placentia; Harry D. Riley, Anaheim; J. Chas. Thamer, Fullerton; W. L. Yorke, La Habra and F. L. Ainsworth, Orange. "The filing of my petition," said Mr. Hartranft, "is the result of my having become convinced that a great many people in all parts of the county sincerely desire that I shall become a candidate for the assembly. "I have said that I have no personal desire to be a member of the legislature. I do desire, however, to perform my duty as a citizen in any capacity in which I may be of service and I have become convinced that many earnest men and women of the county feel that I should go to the legislature." ACTIVE BURGLAR IS STILL ON THE JOB SCORES OF ROBBERIES REPORTED IN NORTHERN SECTION OF THE COUNTY Many Homes in Anaheim, Fullerton and Country Districts Looted by Thieves—A Tall and Short Man Supposed to Be the Criminals—Chief Moody Says One Man Has an Eighteen Inch Foot—2 Men Arrested in Long Beach Arraigned Before Judge Kuchel. The epidemic of burglary and robbery which broke out in Northern Orange county some weeks ago, appears to be unabated in spite of the efforts of officers to bag the thieves. Two men, supposed to have committed the burglary at the Robinson home several days ago, were arrested at Long cades along ing from San Francisco. The last territory was two decades sign Earl A. Light Houghton, which United Statesington. The party is expected to task during the next session. The precis are being points along the old benchtop. When commissioned in 1906, the mine whether have taken quakes during the new mill will be used in later years. In preparation for future gageing will determine movements of various mountain peaks. The two clared, will have elements have technical and ho Should Pending Bill Become Law—Hartranft Candidate for Assembly, Makes Public Announcement. T. B. Talbert of Huntington Beach is in the race for state senator. His candidacy was announced some days ago, and his nomination petitions filed with the county clerk. This district comprises the counties of Orange, Riverside and Imperial and while it was believed that the nomination on the Republican ticket would this year go to Riverside, it is now reported that Mayor S. C. Evans, who has for weeks stood in the limelight as the favorite son of that county, has withdrew his name. The reasons for Evans' withdrawal are not known to the writer hereof, but he has long been a warm supporter of Senator Hiram Johnson and undoubtedly still holds to his old time sentiments. These sentiments at one time were all potent, but since the decisive repudiation of Johnson at the presidential primary elections, they would prove a serious handicap to a candidate for office. Tom Talbert has for many years been chairman of the board of supervisors of Orange county, consequently no man in the county is more conversant with the affairs, public and private, not only of this, but of adjoining counties. He is a level headed, conservative man, a man of excellent judgment, and when occasion requires can express himself in vigorous and convincing language. He is also president of the State Association of County Supervisors. He is in accord with Governor Richardson in all public matters and is well posted on all state affairs. Orange county is at present associated with two other counties in the senatorial district, but the new apportionment bill, introduced at the last session of the legislature, divided the district, constituting Orange one district and Riverside and Imperial another. This bill failed of passage, but will probably become a law at next winter's session. The senator elected this fall will represent the three counties during his term, at the expiration of which Orange county will comprise a district of its own. In a statement announcing his candidacy Talbert says: "Southern California has for years been deprived of proper representation in the legislature, the present apportionment being long ago antiquated by the rapid growth of this end of the state. Reapportionment is overdue and I shall certainly align myself Mr. Hartranft is the result of my having became convinced that a great many people in all parts of the county sincerely desire that I shall become a candidate for the assembly. "I have said that I have no personal desire to be a member of the legislature. I do desire, however, to perform my duty as a citizen in any capacity in which I may be of service and I have become convinced that many earnest men and women of the county feel that I should go to the legislature. "I shall, therefore, enter wholeheartedly into the campaign, and, if I am so honored as to be elected, shall attempt to serve the interests of the entire county to the best of my ability. "I feel that a representative to the legislature may be of particular service to the county at this time, because of the necessity that exists for dealing with the problems of water conservation and flood control. The county must look to the full development of its water resources if it is to continue to prosper and to this question I have devoted in past years some time and thought. If my experience may now be of service to the people of the county, I cannot besitate to place it at their disposal." The response to Mr. Hartranft's candidacy has been general throughout the county, according to the reports of his nomination deputies. It is recognized, they declare, that by reason of Mr. Hartranft's experience as a member of the advisory board of the Anaheim Union Water company, his service as president of the Anaheim Citrus association, his business activities, as banker and practical farmer and his wide acquaintance with the problems of Orange county, that he possesses unusual fitness for the task of representing the county in the state legislature. His friends expect to conduct an active campaign in his behalf for the republican nomination for assemblyman at the primary election, August 26. INTOXICATED DRIVER GETS PENITENTIARY SENTENCE Judge Williams Sets Good Example For Jurists to Follow Superior Judge R. Y. Williams took a decided slap at motorists found guilty of driving an automobile while under the influence of liquor when he sentenced George W. Wright of Orange to a term of from one to three years at San Quentin. Chief Moody Says One Man Has an Eighteen Inch Foot—2 Men Arrested In Long Beach Arraigned Before Judge Kuchel. The epidemic of burglary and robbery which broke out in Northern Orange county some weeks ago, appears to be unabated in spite of the efforts of officers to bag the thieves. Two men, supposed to have committed the burglary at the Robinson home several days ago, were arrested at Long Beach Saturday. They gave their names as Henry Brown and E. O. Moon. Monday morning they were arraigned before Judge Kuchel and bound over to the Superior court in the sum of $5,000. In default of bail they were lodged in the county jail. The home of Henson W. Faris on East Adele street, was entered about S o'clock Sunday night. A quantity of clothing belonging to Mr. and Mrs. Faris, a leather hand bag, some jewelry and the contents of a child's bank were taken, but it is supposed they became alarmed and left before they completed their job. Mrs. Fred Spencer, a neighbor, saw the two men in front of the Faris home, one of them carrying the handbag. She describes them as short and tall, answering the descriptions of the two men who held up Chase at the corner of Broadway and Palm a couple of weeks ago. The apartment occupied by E. B. Woods in the Fletcher apartments at the corner of Broadway and Olive was also entered on the same night and the clothing of a guest of the family searched for money. The loot taken was $25 and a check for $186. The burglaries attempted to remove the screen on one of the windows of the apartment occupied by R. S. McBeth at the same address, but the noise awoke Mrs. McBeth, who cried out, frightening the burglar away. Immediately after she heard the sound of an automobile starting, which she presumed was operated by the burglar. Several other families also reported their homes were the scene of the burglar's activity, although no others report anything missing. The home of J. F. Carter on East Walnut street was ransacked by a thief, but nothing was taken except a dollar in change. Wednesday night the South Anaheim grocery on the boulevard south of the city, was looted. About $40 worth of tobacco being taken. On the same night the home of William Lee on South Placentia avenue was en-quake during this fall will represent the three counties during his term, at the expiration of which Orange county will comprise a district of its own. In a statement announcing his candidacy Talbert says: "Southern California has for years been deprived of proper representation in the legislature, the present apportionment being long ago antiquated by the rapid growth of this end of the state. Reapportionment is overdue and I shall certainly align myself with the movement to secure it. Orange county should have a senatorial district to itself. While favoring reapportionment, I would at the same time favor a restriction upon the representation apportioned the cities of Los Angeles and San Francisco. There should be, in my opinion, a curb upon the large cities in order to maintain a balance of power. "The Mecca-Blythe and the Yuma highways should be completed at the earliest possible time in order to provide a missing link in transcontinental thoroughfares of tremendous importance to Southern California. I consider these among the very important tasks ahead. The proposed farm school should be located in an agricultural community, not among skyscrapers. That should, it seems to me, be obvious, though a serious effort appears to be afoot to locate the school among the skyscrapers. "Orange county has, from the first, supported Riverside county's campaign to bring the farm school there, and, if elected, I will carry that support to the senate. Development and conservation of water are vital matters. I realize and should be promoted whenever and wherever the opportunity arises. I believe my record as a supervisor demonstrates my position on this issue as..." RGLAR ON B S REPORT-RECTION TY m, Fullerton Looted by Short Man Criminals—Man Has an Men Arrested Uned Before ary and rob Northern Orange, appears of the efforts thieves. Two committed the home sevicted at Long cades along a 150 mile route extending from Santa Ana to Barstow. The last geodetic survey over this territory was conducted in 1906, nearly two decades ago, according to Ensign Earl A. Delly, who is assisting Light Hough in directing the expedition, which is working out of the United States geodetic office at Washington. The party, encamped at Santa Ana is expected to be occupied with the task during the entire summer. The precise levels, or sea elevation are being established at various points along the route connecting with the old bench marks established in 1906. When compared with the findings in 1906, the new levels will determine whether any earth movements have taken place as a result of earthquakes during that period. The new marks to be established will be used for future comparisons in later years. After the precise leveling is completed, the crew will engage in precise triangulation, which will determine the horizontal movements of various old stations on the mountain peaks in Southern California. The two classes of work, it is declared, will reveal what earth movements have taken place both in vertical and horizontal directions. COUNTY WATER SYSTEM TO BE DISCUSSED COUNCILS OF FOUR CITIES WILL MEET TO CONSIDER THE PROPOSITION Committee Recently Appointed to Investigate Will Soon Report on Feasibility of the Plan—Expert Water Engineer Employed to Assist the Committee—Some Point Near River Favored as Site for the Plant—Joint Meeting Will Be Held. Decisive action on the project to form a joint water company for the purpose of supplying all the larger cities and towns of Orange county from one plant, will probably be taken in a short time. A committee, headed by Col. S. H. Finley of Santa Ana, was recently appointed, with power to employ an expert water engineer, and The new marks to be established will be used for future comparisons in later years. After the precise leveling is completed, the crew will engage in precise triangulation, which will determine the horizontal movements of various old stations on the mountain peaks in Southern California. The two classes of work, it is declared, will reveal what earth movements have taken place both in vertical and horizontal directions. Concrete posts, equipped with copper disks, are being inserted three feet in the ground, a mile apart, for the full route over mountain peaks and across valleys. These bench marks will disclose the elevation for each mile of the route. One of the posts is located in the plaza at Orange, recording an elevation of 187 feet above sea level. Others are distributed at various points between that city and the Orange county park, thence along a selected route to Barstow. LIBRARY REPORT Following is the report of the Secretary-Treasurer of the Public Library for the year ending June 30, 1924. RECEIPTS Unexpended balance June 30 1923 $ 3310.67 Taxes 9085.99 Gifts .50 Fines 557.18 Collections on lost books 20.65 Cash for new books 21.58 Rent for new books 341.70 Sale of old papers 5.70 EXPENDITURES Books $ 1812.31 Periodicals 264.30 Binding 626.43 Supplies 249.70 Salaries 3949.49 Janitor 915.00 Extra Labor 168.00 Insurance 2793.0 Furniture 905.90 Heat 88.14 Express and postage 8.93 Telephone 47.30 Convention expenses 99.10 Repairs 43.79 Other maintenance 159.00 Committee—Some Point Near River Favored as Site for the Plant—Joint Meeting Will Be Held. Decisive action on the project to form a joint water company for the purpose of supplying all the larger cities and towns of Orange county from one plant, will probably be taken in a short time. A committee, headed by Col. S. H. Finley of Santa Ana, was recently appointed, with power to employ an expert water engineer, and decide upon the feasibility of the proposal. It is understood that the committee has made a thorough investigation and is ready to submit its report, but Col. Finley has been absent in the east. It is understood that the councils of the four principal cities in the county favor the plan if the committee submits a satisfactory report. Commenting on the project, Mayor Tubbs of Santa Ana said: "Upon Finley's return, we shall follow up this movement the council began some months ago. It is my impression that the committee has made investigations sufficient to form a basis for a report. I do not know what information it has developed. Municipal elections last April, and other matters of a pressing nature, occupied the attention of various city bodies and we have not gotten down to brass tacks as quickly as we would have done had not the elections interfered. "The members of each council are enthusiastic over the proposal that the cities cooperated in the water development program as they did in the building of the joint outfall to the ocean. "If it is feasible to consolidate the interests of all the cities in development of a supply that will provide water for all, there is little doubt in my mind but that eventually the plan will be executed." Discussions by councilmen in the past have indicated a preference for a location that will insure gravity water for all of the municipalities concerned. Some point in the Santa Ana river has been suggested in the discussions. REGATTA AT NEWPORT The Newport Harbor Yacht Club will hold its regatta cruise Saturday, August 9. Many boats will sail for San Diego and the Speedway will be the flagship of the entire fleet. Yachts men will be lightered out to the The Newport Harbor Yacht Club will hold its regatta cruise Saturday, August 9. Many boats will sail for San Diego and the Speedway will be the flagship of the entire fleet. Yachts men will be lightered out to the Speedway at 7 a.m., August 9, and the ship will leave at 10 o'clock. The boat is scheduled to be anchored off the Newport jetty. The boat will be captained by Commodore Fenton, and Doc Wilson will be the supermaster. Admiral Soiland, Claude Putnam, Bill Warmington, Shirley Meserve, B. H. Case J. M. Robinson Arthur Pratt, Len Jones, Rudolph Kysela and Joseph Beek, well known yacht owners are on the special committees. Boats that will compete in the race from Newport to San Diego are Putnam and Smith's Mildurs; Clarence White's Malibar; Stanton's Adele; Bill Evans' Viking III in the schooner ketch class. The largest cruiser class race will see Shirley Meserve's Lady Luck; George Vibart's Ardath; Bill Warmington's Billedick; Edwin Burge's Louise and W. H. Hole's Samona on the starting line. The races are to leave Newport at 6 a.m., August 9. The flagship will start a few hours later but will overhaul the racers and continue to San Diego with them as a mother ship. The smallest sailing classes will be formed by the Rana, Mary, Clipper Carrolsee, Pal O' Mine, Seminole, Pow Wow and Nymphia. Rev. and Mrs. J. H. Peters attended the Lutheran Conference at Pasadena the first of the week.