anaheim-gazette 1926-05-13

OBSERVATIONS BY A CONTRIBUTOR BEAUTIFUL PALM CANYON UNIQUE in its grandeur and unexcelled in its primitive beauty, Palm Canyon, which diverges in a precipitous and narrow gorge from the eastern base of the San Jacinto mountains, attracts hundreds of curious visitors annually, reached by a journey through the desert wastes of the southeastern portion of Riverside county. The road leading from Palm Springs winds in and out of the desert chaparral, and not far from the town a sparkling stream of water, fed from the melting snows of San Jacinto mountain, crosses the roadway. The stream goes rippling along and finally sinks in the desert sands. A person wonders why this precious water is allowed to be wasted, but it goes bubbling over its rocky bed, with a carpet of verdure aligning its banks on either side, and then is lost forever in the arid wastes. About two miles further on a steep incline brings one to the rim of Palm Canyon. Through this gorge runs another stream of water of goodly proportions, which comes trickling down from the mountain crevices and converges into the miniature river that keeps alive the sturdy palm trees growing there. Just how and when these trees took life nobody seems to know. But there they are, standing out in all their glory, bunched together, perhaps one hundred all told, challenging the belief of man. Some may be a century old. The trees rear their stately heads a hundred feet high, towering above other growths of desert plants, as sentinels in a forest. The trunks of some of them are two feet in diameter, while others are of smaller dimensions, with innumerable young trees just cropping out of the ground. A person marvels at the beauty of nature at any time, but to see these palms flourishing amid this desert area is a sight one soon will not forget, and many people travel miles to look upon them and wonder from whence they came. GAS BUGGIES BAD AS BULLETS ACCORDING to reports issued by the state board of health, automobiles take a leading part in bumping people into the land of hereafter. Los Angeles heads the list with 468 deaths GAS BUGGIES BAD AS BULLETS ACCORDING to reports issued by the state board of health, automobiles take a leading part in bumping people into the land of hereafter. Los Angeles heads the list with 468 deaths during the past year; San Francisco had 115 casualties, while Alameda reports 90. Those who drive should be careful, and those who walk should watch their step. END OF RAINBOW JUST AHEAD SEVERAL local men hit the trail to the new gold fields in the Randsburg district with a view to staking out a claim. The embryo miners had visions of wealth awaiting them just for the digging. Several of them staked out claims which they believe will run $80 per ton. Upon arrival at the scene of action, others felt inclined it was an illusion, and were convinced the only "sooners" who made any money were the hot-doggers. So they heaved a sigh, took one last look at the landscape scenery and, gassing the flivvers, came back. GETTING FROM UNDER IN A number of towns where the recent spring elections put new faces on the governing boards, several city officials, who usually hold office during "the pleasure of the board," have sent in their resignations with a view of going out gracefully, without waiting for the ax to fall. HOLDING THE SACK GRUNION hunting is popular when the moon gets full, and recently several parties journeyed down to the Pacific ocean to try their luck. Some insist the pastime is a piscatorial myth, while others swear by everything that is holy the fish really gambol on the sands. Some get sackfuls, while others who miss the frolicsome fish feel like the fellow who went hunting snipe with a lantern. MATES, IT'S TIME TO GET UP A CHIEF JUSTICE, once a president, recently said this—and he is not an alarmist: "The administration of criminal justice has broken down in this country and, in all but a few states, is a disgrace to civilization." What is the cause of this wave of crime? It cannot be an aftermath of the World war. That's old stuff now. The present lawlessness no doubt is caused by some agency now existing. It may be laid to an extravagant desire to live without honest work. Illicit sale of liquor is of gigantic proportions, and bootleggers flourish. They make easy money and, perchance, use some of it as a temptation. The rich vendor of contraband booze is one of the greatest menaces this country ever experienced. He plants the seeds of disrespect for law enforcement, which grow into troublesome thorns that undermine good government. Were this gentry weeded out, cleanliness would result. T-BONES TOPPLING VISIONS of synthetic beefsteaks produced at a cost of 5 cents a pound were conjured before the eyes of members of the American Chemical Society by Dr. David Wesson of New York, chemical director of the Southern Cotton Oil Company. Dr. Wesson presided over a joint session of the agricultural, biological, cellulose and industrial and engineering chemistry divisions of the society. Synthetic hash, built around a base of cottonseed meal, has been produced by Dr. Wesson, who asserts it is indistinguishable in taste from the boarding-house "piece de resistance." Although he confesses that he always will have a partiality for porterhouse and T-bones of animal origin, the chemist believes that the artificial meat can be produced at a cost of about one-fortieth that of actual beef, in proportion to protein content. Cotton is a food crop of high rank. Since 1878, when the chemists entered the field of cotton and cotton products, one improvement after another has taken place in the refining of cottonseed oil and the preparation of edible fats, until there is but a small field left in this country for the oil of the olive, while the lard of the hog has been equaled if not surpassed by the various excellent cooking fats now on the market made entirely from the once-despised cottonseed. Without the oil of the cottonseed there would not be enough cooking fats to go around with our constantly increasing population. Harry Welch writes from Newport Beach, saying that was a splendid article The Gazette contained on "A Glorious Future Before Us," printed several weeks ago. Mr. Welch is manager of the Orange County Harbor Chamber of Commerce, and we are sorry to have been out when he called the other day. The Gazette contains splendid articles in its every issue, and has been doing this for years and years. When you see it in The Gazette, it's so. Reverend Haywood, pastor of White Temple Methodist church, is quite chesty over burning the church mortgage the other evening. Nothing like having money to burn, Doctor! Richardson Wants Opinion of Lawyers Asks Bar Association to Help Him Select Judge In a form questionnaire, issued from the offices of Gov. Friend W. Richardson, members of the Orange County Bar Association are asked to comment on the qualifications of each of five candidates listed as possible successors to Judge R. Y. Williams, on the superior court bench of this county. Judge Williams resigned May 7. The questionnaires were received by virtually all of the association members and several prominent business men. With the receiving of the questionnaire, it was learned that James L. Allen, prominent Santa Ana attorney, has made application for the position. Allen, heretofore, had refused to state definitively as to whether or not he was a candidate. The other four candidates listed are: Homer G. Ames, former city attorney of Anaheim; William P. Menton, Santa Ana; Alexander P. Nelson, Santa Ana; and William H. Thomas, who gave his address as 808 Washington building, Los Angeles. The form letter sent out by the governor carried one sentence, which attorneys were smiling over. It read: "This is an information plebiscite and not a popularity contest." The letter, in part, was as follows: "Dear Sir:—The following attorneys have made application or have been suggested for appointment as judge of the superior court of Orange county to fill the vacancy caused by the resignation of R. Y. Williams. Kindly assist me in picking out good judges by commenting upon the qualifications of each candidate, giving your opinion of his (1) integrity, (2) legal ability, (3) judicial temperament, and (4) capacity to work. For convenience, write your comment on these pages. Sign your name directly below and return to me" Why Keeping Up 'Old Homestead' Proves Costly Analogy Shows Reasons for Increased Cost of Service In these days of the high cost of living we often envy the man who had foresight enough to buy a home before the war, when prices were low. His capital investment was so much less than would be required for a similar house today, that the carrying charges on his home-have been very low. But houses run down and families expand. Additions to the old homestead and repairs needed to keep it in condition have to be made at present-day pieces. The total capital invested is thus being brought continually nearer and nearer to the post-war level of building costs. That is exactly the situation in the telephone industry," Manager E. A. Board of The Pacific Telephone and Telegraph Company, said recently. "For several years after the war the telephone companies were able to keep down their operating expenses because they were giving service with plants constructed at the low pre-war costs. The 'carrying charges' on this low cost plant were correspondingly moderate. But telephone plants wear out much faster even than the 'Old Homestead,' and there is a constant demand for additional telephones. This means that new switchboards, pole lines, wires, instruments, cables, etc., have to be provided in ever increasing quantities, and at the much higher post-war costs. As the old plant is gradually replaced by the new, the average cost of all plants in service rise nearer and nearer to present replacement costs. And the telephone companies 'carrying charges,' which form part of their expenses, are correspondingly increased. This, of course, makes it impossible for them... The letter, in part, was as follows: "Dear Sir:—The following attorneys have made application or have been suggested for appointment as judge of the superior court of Orange county to fill the vacancy caused by the resignation of R. Y. Williams. Kindly assist me in picking out good judges by commenting upon the qualifications of each candidate, giving your opinion of his (1) integrity, (2) legal ability, (3) judicial temperament, and (4) capacity to work. For convenience, write your comment on these pages. Sign your name directly below and return to me in Sacramento. Your statements will be considered strictly confidential. This is an information plebiscite and not a popularity contest. Suggest other names if you desire. "FRIEND W. RICHARDSON. "Governor." The general opinion regarding the appointment, is that Governor Richardson will come to Orange county to visit the various candidates before he makes the appointment. This information was obtained from close followers of the governor. File Serious Charge Against Attorney Accused of Acquiring Possession of Clients' Property Charging that Attorney Arthur E. Koepsel failed to carry out a promise made to them, as their attorney, when they decided their property in Orange to him, Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Garber have filed suit in superior court against him, demanding reconveillance of the property. The Garbers allege that in May, 1925, at a time when they were in financial difficulties and faced foreclosure of a mortgage upon their property at East Chapman avenue, Orange, Koepsel suggested that they convey the property to him. His suggestion, they claim, was that he would be in position to get better credit than they and could secure a $7500 loan on the property, with which he would pay off the existing mortgage and other debts, aggregating in all, $6000. He promised to turn over the surplus, $1500, to them. Having confidence in him as their attorney, the Garbers agreed to this proposal and conveyed the property to him. According to the complaint, he failed to obtain any loan upon the property and allowed it to go at a sheriff's sale, the First Commercial Bank of Orange buying in the property at $5755.28. That was February 18, this year. Last December 30, the plaintiffs demanded that he recover the property to them, but he refused. Declaring that the property is worth $15,000, the Garbers want the court to issue a decree directing reconveillance of the property to them, together with all interest remaining in it above the proceeds of the sheriff's sale. Denies Charge of Failure to Support Former Citizen Held to Answer Complaint of Wife Charged with failure to support a minor child, an accusation which he denies, George Fleet, former resident of this city, was arrested in San Francisco and returned here. When arraigned before Justice of the Peace Charles Kuchel, Fleet waived his preliminary examination and was bound over for trial in the superior court. Ball was set at $500, which he had arranged to procure through a San Francisco bonding company. The bonds were ruled unacceptable and were returned for correction. In the meanwhile Fleet is being held in jail. Fleet's wife divorced him several months ago, according to his story, and has since married again. His wife alleges he failed to pay $25 a month for the support of his 4-year-old child as ordered by the court which granted the divorce. Fleet asserts he has made his payments as ordered. The trial is expected to settle this point. The red flag of Russia will fly with all other flags at Stratford-on-Avon during the Shakespearean fete. The play of Shakespeare which appears to refer directly to Sovietism is "Midsummer Night's Dream." NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL ESTATE UNDER EXECUTION FOR DEFIICIENCY IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE COUNTY OF ORANGE, STATE OF CALIFORNIA N. T. EDWARDS and A. C. FLETCHER. Plaintiffs GUSTAVE HEDSTROM and MATILDA HEDSTROM, his wife: MAURICE McELREE, D. N. CLARK, IRVIN D. RICHARDSON, WAL-LACE PAGE, L. MONT- highest bidder for cash in Lawful Money of the United States, all the right, title, claim and interest of said Defendants (or either of them) of, in and to the above described property, or so much thereof as may be necessary to raise sufficient to satisfy said judgment with interest and costs. Given under my hand this 11th day of May, 1926. SAM JERNIGAN, Sheriff. Head, Rutan & Sevel. Santa Ann, Cal. Attorneys for Plaintiff. 5-13-3t NOTICE OF COMMISSIONER'S SALE IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF ORANGE Fred P. Yandeau and Lena M. Yandeau, Plaintiffs, Wm. F. Dumke, Hattie Dumke, Frances Marshall and Abstract & Title Guaranty Company, Defendants. Under and by virtue of an Order of Sale and Decree of Foreclosure and Writ for the Enforcement of Judgment, issued out of the Superior Court of the State of California, in and for the County of Orange, in the above entitled action, on the 5th day of May, 1926 wherein the above-named Plaintiff obtained a Judgment and Decree of Foreclosure against the above-named Defendants on the 17th day of April, 1926, for the sum of $27,319.69. Lawful According to the complaint, he failed to obtain any loan upon the property and allowed it to go at a sheriff's sale, the First Commercial Bank of Orange buying in the property at $5755.28. That was February 18, this year. Last December 30, the plaintiffs demanded that he recover the property to them, but he refused. Declaring that the property is worth $15,000, the Garbers want the court to issue a decree directing reconveyance of the property to them, together with all interest remaining in it above the proceeds of the sheriff's sale. Attorney B. E. Turver of Santa Ana is counsel for the Garbers. Garber is a brick manufacturer of Olive and formerly operated a plant in Santa Ana. MISSOURIANS IN GREAT SPRING PICNIC RALLY Under the auspices of the Missouri State Society of Southern California, all "Show Me" people will meet in Bixby park, Long Beach, all day, Saturday, May 22, 1926. Headquarters will be opened for ca. a county in the state and registers provided. Picnics will carry basket dinners, but hot coffee will be supplied free for all who buy the souvenir badges. President Sam Saleman will preside over the program, following the basket dinner hour. All Missourians are urged to take a day off and meet the old home state folks again. Ask your questions of the president or of C. H. Parsons, F.Aber 3300, or call at the Hotel Rosslyn, Fifth and Main. FARMERS PICNIC More than 1000 farmers and their wives and families gathered at Orange County park Saturday to attend the sixth annual farm bureau picnic. The day's festivities began with a basket lunch at noon. A 24-piece orchestra from Tustin high school provided music. Leon O. Whitsell, member of the state railroad commission, who had been announced as the speaker of the day, sent his regrets in the form of a telegram, which stated that he was confined to his bed with influenza. In the absence of any other program, A. M. Stanley, secretary-manager of the farm bureau, introduced the game of "Cluces." During the afternoon two games of baseball and a horseshoe pitching contest were played. IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE COUNTY OF ORANGE, STATE OF CALIFORNIA N. T. EDWARDS and A. C. FLETCHER. Plaintiffs vs. GUSTAVE HEDSTROM and MATILDA HEDSTROM, his wife; MAURICE McELREE, D. N. CLARK, IRVIN D. RICHARDSON, WAL-LACE PAGE, L. MONT-GOMERY, J. M. RICHARDSON, ROSE G. BUTLER and JOHN DOE BUTLER, her husband; John Doe, Jane Doe and John Doe Corporation. Defendants. Under and by virtue of an Execution for Deficiency issued out of the Superior Court of the County of Orange, State of California, wherein N. T. Edwards, et al., are Plaintiffs, and Gustave Hedstrom, et al., are Defendants, upon a Judgment rendered the 23rd day of December, 1925, for the sum of Fourteen Thousand Two Hundred Fifty-seven and 32-100 Dollars. Lawful Money, besides costs and interest; and that the sum of $4,072.71 with interest from the 1st of February, 1926, is now (at the date of this writ) actually due on said Judgment. I have this day levied upon all the right, title, claim and interest of said Defendants (or either of them) in and to the following described real estate, to-wit: Situated in the County of Orange, State of California, and more particularly described as follows, to-wit: The North One-half (N½) of the Northeast One-quarter (NE¼) of the Northeast One-quarter (NE¼) of Section Twenty-nine (29). Township Four (4) South, Range Ten (10) West, S. B. B. & M. Together with all and singular the tenements, hereditaments and appurtenances thereto belonging or in any wise appertaining. Notice is hereby given that on Thursday, the 3rd day of June, 1926, at ten o'clock A. M. of said day, I will proceed to sell in front of the court house door, South Entrance, in the City of Santa Ana, at public auction to the HERE'S OUR AD-RIGHT HERE! — GOOD I HOPE SOME ONE BUYS THE PLACE—I WANT A SELL! THERE'S SOME BODY AT THE DOOR NOW! GOOD EVENING! MR. PURDY HOME? YES SIR, COME RIGHT IN! THIS IS THE LIVING ROOM—IT'S SO BIG AND LIGHT! HERE HAVE A GIGAR! TAKE A HAND FULL! WE JUST PUT THIS PORNACE IN NEW-IT ONLY USES SIX TONS—WE'LL LEAVE THE COAL IN THE BINS FOR YOU. YOU'VE GOT A SWELL HOUSE, AN THANKS PER SHOWIN ME IT—BUT I CAME OVER TA COLLECT THIS BILL FOR MR. SCHMIDT THE BUTCHER. Money of the United States, besides interest and costs, which judgment and decree was on the 17th day of April, 1926, recorded in Judgment Book Volume 19 of said Court, at page 281. I am commanded to sell at public auction, in the manner prescribed by law, all that certain real property situated in the Township of Anaheim, County of Orange, State of California, and described as follows: The South one-half (S½) of the Northwest quarter (NW¾) of the Northeast quarter (NE¼) of Section Fourteen (14), Township Four (4) South, Range Eleven (11) West, S. B. B. & M., estimated to contain Twenty (20) acres; reserving therefrom for roads, railroads and ditches a strip of land thirty feet wide, along adjoining and each side of the Township and Section lines, and a strip fifteen feet wide along adjoining and each side of the quarter section lines; also reserving the use and control of clenegas and natural streams of water, if any, naturally upon flowing across, into or by said land; also a right of way for and to construct irrigation or drainage ditches through said tract to irrigate or drain the adjacent land. Also reserving a strip of land fifteen feet wide from the North half of the South twenty (20) acres, more or less, herein described, as in Deed from Charles H. Johnston and Emma L. Johnston, his wife, to James V. Edwards, recorded in Book 48, page 394, of Decds. Records of Orange County, California. Including all buildings and improvements thereon, or that may be erected thereon, together with all and singular the tenements, hereditaments and appurtenances, water and water rights, thereunto belonging, or in any wise appertaining, and the reversion and reversions, remainder and remalders, rents, issues and profits thereof. Public notice is hereby given that on Saturday, the 5th day of June, 1926, at 30 minutes past 9 o'clock A.M. of that day, at the south door of the Court House, in the City of Santa Ana, Orange County, California, in obedience to said Order of Sale and Decree of Foreclosure and Writ for Enforcement of Judgment. I will sell the above described property to the highest and best bidder for cash in lawful money of the United States. Dated May 5, 1926. H. M. HEAD, Commissioner appointed by said Court. 5-13-4t NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING OF STOCKHOLDERS Notice is hereby given that the annual meeting of stockholders of the Savings, Loan and Building Association of Anaheim will be held at the office of the corporation. No. 116 South Los Angeles Street, Anaheim, California, on Monday, the 14th day of June, 1926, at 7:30 o'clock P.M., for the purpose of electing a Board of Directors for the ensuing year, and for the transaction of such other business as may legally be brought before the meeting. By order of the Board of Directors. Dated May 10, 1926. FRED A. BACKS. Secretary of the Savings, Loan and Building Association of Anaheim. 5-13-5t Semi-Wear Semi-Made Wash Dresses Ready Cut and Partly Made Ready for You to Finish Choose a smartly tailored model or a frilly, trimmed frock—everything is planned you. 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