anaheim-gazette 1926-11-18

GROWTH OF ANAHEIM Total for 1910 was... 2,268 Total for 1920 was... 5,525 Today estimated at...12,090 VOLUME LVII NEW YORK CORPORATION STATE DIVISION LAID TO REST IN 1890 W. H. MILLS BURIES IT IN SPEECH BEFORE EDITORIAL ASSOCIATION Santa Barbara Chamber Commerce Entertains Newspaper Men at Banquet; Mills Settles Separation Talk; Madame Modjeska Present, Opposes Division; Recent Repercussion Seems to Have Died Abornin IN JULY 1890, the Editorial Association of Southern California held its annual summer session at Santa Barbara. Headquarters were maintained at the Tells 'Federal Officer' Story Once Too Often J. V. BURNETT of Los Angeles worked his federal officer gag just once too often. While driving on the Coast boulevard between Seal Beach and Anaheim Landing Sunday, Burnett was stopped by Officer Harry Wilson and asked to show his operator's license. At this very usual request, Burnett became greatly agitated and explained that he was a federal officer. This aroused Wilson's suspicions, and he locked the man in the city jail. A Los Angeles federal officer was summoned, who questioned Burnett, and discovered him to be wanted for alleged bootlegging in Anaheim and Whittier. Police of the latter city conducted him to the Whittier jail. Burnett told the same story before the Seal Beach police court some time ago and was believed. Santa Anan Buys Anaheim Orchard CENSUS FICRITICIZEALL TOW TOTAL COUNT FOR SHORT OF CITY EXPECTATIO Anahelm's RegistrThat it Has O' Thousand People Ana Should Pass Thousand Marks and Orange Both Actual Figures, THERE is much disin Orange county census recently takmine a basis for justices of the pea- IN JULY 1890, the Editorial Association of Southern California held its annual summer session at Santa Barbara. Headquarters were maintained at the Arlington hotel, and one of the most interesting and enjoyable sessions ever held by the association continued there for a period of four days. The party numbered more than two hundred editors and their wives, among them being Col. J. J. Ayers of the Los Angeles Express, president of the association; Gen. H. G. Otis of the Times, Joseph D. Lynch of the Herald, Henry Z. Osborne, later editor of the Express; Scipio Craig of the Redlands Citrograph, E. P. Clarke of the Riverside Press, Edgar Johnson of the Fullerton Tribune, and many others. Of all the members of the association, which was organized in Los Angeles two years before, only Mr. Clarke, Mr. Johnson and the writer remain. All the other newspaper editors of that day have passed on to their reward. Scipio Craig had been writing editorials in the Citrograph for some time previously in support of a proposed new state of South California, although little impression was made among the people. Bascom A. Stevens, in a weekly newspaper published by him in Los Angeles, also harped on state division, but his articles made less impression. If that be possible, than did those of the Redlands editor. William H. Mills, editor of the Sacramento Union, one of the brainiest editors in the state, as he was one of the best public speakers in California, was present, as was also Madame Modjeska, Count Bozenta and Sam Davis, the Nevada humorist, as guests of the association. Mr. Mills let it be known, immediately upon his arrival in Santa Barbara, that he would have something to say about state division before adjournment of the meeting. He was very popular among members and every one considered himself to be his warm personal friend. It was said of him that he could be called upon for half a dozen speeches in a day's deliberations, all of them upon widely varying subjects, and that he could deliver a better talk upon any of them than any editor present, although there were a number of good speakers in their ranks. At a final banquet tendered the association by the Chamber of Commerce, at which several hundred ladies and gentlemen were present, Mills delivered one of the most eloquent addresses, the editors had ever been fortunate enough to hear. He declared himself to be unalterably against state division. He referred to the glorious history of California, touching upon the Bear flag incident, the subsequent lowering of A Los Angeles federal officer was summoned, who questioned Burnett, and discovered him to be wanted for alleged bootlegging in Anaheim and Whittier. Police of the latter city conducted him to the Whittier jail. Burnett told the same story before the Seal Beach police court some time ago and was believed. Santa Anan Buys Anaheim Orchard C. F. Skirvin Now Owner of Frank Carney Property C. F. Skirvin has purchased the 14-acre Valencia orange grove from the Frank E. Carney estate. The property is three miles east of Anaheim, on North street, and one of the finest groves in that section. Commenting on the investment, Skirvin said he had long ago come to the conclusion the Valencia orange industry is the best investment in the county and, taking it over a period of years, not only returns a fine percentage, but appreciated its value. About 18 months ago, Skirvin made a noteworthy sale of a 20-acre grove in this same district, selling for $110,000 to Mr. Hunt, a successful and discriminating Valencia orange grower. "The Valencia season this year is closing in a most financially successful manner, and well selected groves are now a most attractive investment," said Skirvin. the meeting, both expressed themselves in opposition to state division. Madame Modjeska observed that she would be very sorry to see the state of California divided, and hoped that we would do our best to prevent such a step. From that far off time, thirty-six years ago, to the present moment, there has been no public discussion concerning a division of the state of California, until a number of Los Angeles gentlemen banded themselves together a forty-night since and started the argument again. The main cause for urging division was the defeat of proposition No. 20 and the success of proposition No. 28, referring to reapportionment. They started their publicity mill grinding, and letters reached this office, bringing glowing accounts of the manner in which the campaign was proceeding, but from one end of the southern counties to the other came nothing but protests to division. It is not believed a single California editor favors separation. Northern county papers are a unit in opposition, and the only effect of the Los Angeles divisionists may be to cause ill feeling between the northern and southern parts of the state. However, this is believed will pass away, and the era of good feeling always existed between the sections will be restored. No one in southern California wants state division. Even the Los Angeles newspapers have come out in emphatic protest. The whole THERE is much dislike in Orange county census recently taken mine a basis for justices of the peace stables. Every city in Willem was taken making it the figures fell below even if much too low according to The enumerator blamed for this because low by law for much too short and then on the job was iradequate. The returns gave Anaheim an ID of 10,051. The November electionording to official figure by the state, the registerthe total population.Tanaheim a population must be remembered at an off year,and thennever as complete as itidential year. Santa Ana is making ororous kick. The regist11,690,and the censusa population of 24,097.registration by 2.7.it sitionof 31,565. Fullerton and Orange neck and neck for this county,but the censusFullerton the best of its registration is 3482has 3407 on the list.Flation was given at 833at 6973.An accurate place both these cities thousand mark. The reason they saycensus takers were wise time.The reports hadthe county supervisorsber 2 in order to make salary schedule forthe peace and constables.orginally was orderedfof authorizing the newand it was only necessarythe township hada more than 20,000.Whwas passed and time gcensus takers-let downit is said This situationthe cities in the countythe individual census to blameThey did allthe time allowed by law Wounded Man First Aid George Zeigler, who wore recently on the Mongoose coast from the canoeoff the coast of Lowe radio call for aid was pli of them upon widely varying subjects, and that he could deliver a better talk upon any of them than any editor present, although there were a number of good speakers in their ranks. At a final banquet tendered the association by the Chamber of Commerce, at which several hundred ladies and gentlemen were present, Mills delivered one of the most eloquent addresses the editors had ever been fortunate enough to hear. He declared himself to be unalterably against state division. He referred to the glorious history of California, touching upon the Bear flag incident, the subsequent lowering of that flag and the raising of the Stars and Stripes, which placed the state under American domination. He spoke of the battles fought for California and the final admission of the state into the Union. He painted a word picture of the glorious future of the state, and said it was criminal to even think of state division. He spoke for an hour, and said in conclusion: "Neither you nor your children, nor your children's children will ever see the state of California divided." He was heartily applauded, for there were few editors present who had not already expressed themselves as being opposed to state division. Colonel Ayers was called upon for a response. He had written several editorials in the Express leaning toward division, but in one of the worst talks ever heard by the association declared he had never said a word in favor of division and was more heartily opposed to division than even Mr. Mills himself. Daniel M. Baker of the Santa Ana Standard, who had also written a few editorials in support of division, drew a great laugh from the assemblage when he declared his references to the subject had always been in stern opposition to state division. He agreed with Mr. Mills and Colonel Ayers that the state should not be divided. He was one of the leading factors in the creation of Orange county the year before, but said that while he favored county division, he was tooth and nail against state division. The meeting voted unanimously in opposition to state division. In conversation with Madame Modjeska and Count Bozenta, following George Zeigler, who was recently on the Mongolian coast from the canyon off the coast of Lower radio call for aid was plucked captain. The call had been by the Canadian ship. He announced that a sailor had a hatchway and was seized. The Prospector carried out the Mongolia's doctor gave first aid instructed radio and the vessel went out of its course to pick up man. He was taken to the vessel docked at the Angeles, and was expected although his injuries were Mr. Zeigler witnessed he is loud in his praise of it. American Legends Enjoys Music The main feature of the monthly meeting of Anniversary 72 of the American musical program furnished Jones and his entertaining list of trio and solo and instrumental music Hawaiian guitar. The entertainment co-post served "eats" that The ladies of the auxiliary members of the post duet performance and helped sing to wind up an ning. As a reminder of the connection with the local post, William presented with a beautiful mander's ring by the punk rick, past commander, maturation speech, to which it is said. This situation affected the cities in the country the individual census tracing to blame. They did all time allowed by law. AHEIM GAZETTE Anaheim, California, Thursday, November 18, 1926 ORPORATION GETS ANAHEIM CENSUS FIGURES CRITICIZED BY ALL TOWNS TOTAL COUNT FALLS FAR SHORT OF CITIZENS' EXPECTATIONS Anaheim's Registration Shows That it Has Over Twelve Thousand People, and Santa Ana Should Pass the Thirty Thousand Mark; Fullerton and Orange Both Below the Actual Figures, It Is Claimed THERE is much dissatisfaction in Orange county over the census recently taken to determine a basis for salaries of justices of the peace and con- Judge Blake Rests At Orange County Seaside Resort "I'm RESTING and trying to forget the strenuous weeks put in and I want to tell you it was the most trying time I ever went through in my life." The speaker was Municipal Judge Samuel Blake of Los Angeles, who conducted the Almee Semple McPherson hearing, and who went to Newport Beach to get away from the strain of the case. An interesting sidelight on the hearing was told by Judge Blake on how the newspapers and press associations handled the proceedings. A long table was provided for reporters. In the case of the Associated Press, that writer occupied a place next to a window. As he wrote each page of copy, he handed it through the window to a telegraph operator, whose instrument, was just beyond, and who gave the news to a waiting world. It was brought out at the trial that many of the reporters knew more about the evidence submitted by the prosecution than did the sleuths used in running it down as these news hounds had trailed the 3 ROBBERIES ARE REPORTED IN ONE WEEK BOLD, BAD BANDITS REAPING A HARVEST IN THIS VICINITY Night Clerk at Wye's Cafe, on Lincoln Avenue, Robbed of $60; Cafe Owner at Placentia Loses Car and Cash to Gunman, and Mexican Robbed of $125 by Pickpockets on the Streets of Anaheim WHILE peace officers are devoting most of their time to chasing will-o'-the-wisp boot-lagers, the festive burglar and holdup man is reaping a rich Boy Scout To Be THERE is much dissatisfaction in Orange county over the census recently taken to determine a basis of salaries of justices of the peace and constables. Every city in which the census was taken is making a kick because the figures fell below expectations, and is much too low according to the registration. The enumerators cannot be blamed for this, because the time allowed by law for compiling it was much too short and the force engaged on the job was inadequate. The returns gave Anaheim a population of 10,051. The registration for the November election was 4477. According to official figures recognized by the state, the registration is 2.7 of the total population. This would give Anaheim a population of 12,187. It must be remembered also that this is an off year, and the registration is never as complete as it is in a presidential year. Santa Ana is making a loud and vigorous kick. The registration there is 11,690, and the census takers gave it a population of 24,097. Multiplying the registration by 2.7, it shows a population of 31,655. Fullerton and Orange are running neck and neck for third place in the county, but the census takers gave Fullerton the best of it on the count. Its registration is 3482, while Orange has 3407 on the list. Fullerton's population was given at 8335 and Orange at 6973. An accurate count would place both these cities over the ten thousand mark. The reason, they say, was that the census takers were working against time. The reports had to be filed with the county supervisors before November 2 in order to make effective a new salary schedule for the justice of the peace and constables. The census originally was ordered for the purpose of authorizing the new salary schedule, and it was only necessary to show that the township had a population of more than 20,000. When that mark was passed and time grew short, the census takers let down in their work, it is said. This situation applies to all the cities in the county, consequently the individual census takers were not to blame. They did all they could in the time allowed by law. Wounded Man Given First Aid by Radio George Zeigler, who was a passenger recently on the Mongolia coming up the coast from the canal, relates that off the coast of Lower California a radio call for aid was picked up by the Builders Are Busy At Newport Beach A long table was provided for reporters. In the case of the Associated Press, that writer occupied a place next to a window. As he wrote each page of copy, he handed it through the window to a telegraph operator, whose instrument was just beyond, and who gave the news to a waiting world. It was brought out at the trial that many of the reporters knew more about the evidence submitted by the prosecution than did the sleuths used in running it down as these news hounds had trailed the various principals day in and day out. JURORS SELECTED FOR COURT TRIALS Several Men and Women of Anaheim Caught in Net Twenty-eight members of a new trial jury panel were ready for duty Monday in superior court aid will get their first case, according to present plans, on November 23. They had been summoned for a trial Monday, but the case was postponed. Originally consisting of 39 members, the panel was whittled down to the 28 who survived exemptions and excuses. Three more members will join the panel later in the term, having obtained temporary excuse. Three others were permanently excused. One was exempted from service because of being a county employee and two more were not located when the court balliff was serving summons on the panel. Those who qualified Monday for immediate services are: George Grant, Guy Fields, O. U. Hull, Glen H. Coe, Frank Magg, Thomas E. Dozier and C. A. Merritt, Orange; Archie Henry, P. B. Cleveland, Nellie E. Terry and J. Encalil, Anaheim; Emil Kettler, Jr., Mrs. Anna Ward and E. H. Boyer, Huntington Beach; J. J. Cunningham and Frank J. Flattery, Costa Mesa; C.K. Lee, Garden Grove; J.P.O.Brien, Placentia; J.C.Sheppard, Fullerton; W.E.Gates, J.H.Kyle, W.D.Baker, J.Walton, Lale Harris, A.J.Visel, Frank M.Foutts, William Herring, O.K.Forgy and H.H.Bristow,Santa Ana. Frank B.Harden and Mrs.Bertha Brown of Anaheim were excused until January 1. Clara McGraw of Fullerton was excused until December 16. L.B.West of Fullerton, Mrs.Alice Benjamin of Anaheim and J.A.Graham Seal Beach, were permanently excused. C.D.Curl ofOrange was exempt from duty. Mrs.Lillian Jessup, Orange, and Mrs.Georgia Swan of Huntington Beach could not be located. WHILE peace officers are devoting most of their time to chasing will-o'-the-wisp boot-laggers, the festive burglar and holdup man is reaping a rich harvest, not only in Southern California but in all the land. Bandits and pickpockets have been working in this region for the past months, and left three victims to mourn the loss of hard-earned dollars. At 2 o'clock a.m. Monday, two men described as "Mutt-and-Jeff"—because one was a very tall man and the other a very short one—entered the cafe of Roy Wye, on Lincoln avenue, west of Anaheim. The short man was armed with a revolver, and the tall one carried a shotgun. Leveling their weapons at the startled night clerk, they ordered him to stick up his hands, which he promptly did. While one kept him covered, the other riffled the cash register, and they appeared with $60 of Wye's money. It is reported that these men were later captured in Glendale. J.D.Widom, proprietor of Home Cafe, near Placentia, was held up and robbed of $4 in cash and an automobile Sunday by a man whom he had employed the day before as a dishwasher. The man, while engaged in washing dishes, watched for an opportunity and when it came stole a revolver belonging to Wisdom and beat it for other parts. He was observed by another employee, who reported it to the boss. Wisdom jumped in his car and pursued the fleeing man, and when he overtook him, was confronted by his own revolver. He was forced to shell out all the change he carried in his pocket—about $4—and also to abandon his car, which the robber took possession of and drove away. A Mexican named Chaires, living in Sonoratown, was relieved of his purse on the streets of Anaheim Saturday night by pickpockets. He told the police that three men红了joystilled him on the crowded street, and after they had disappeared in the crowd he discovered that his wallet was missing. It contained $125 in cash and a check for $21. The purse and check were later found on North Los Angeles street. A man by the name of Murphy was arrested on suspicion of being one of the participants in the robbery, but as there was no evidence against him, he was later discharged. In the Armistice Day parade at Santa Ana last Thursday, St.Catherine's school of Anaheim won the prize for the best marching unit outside of the Legion posts. The boys are proud of the trophy awarded them. Boy Scouts To Be Seven Troop Honors-in The monthly entry for the Boy Scouts park on November 2:30 p.m. The Anaheim Nos. Cypress and Kaary contests are finals every three to the rules; one in one two contests have lists prep starts. Followin contest: First event—FScouts from each wood; Scout four inches att limit; 5 minutes contestants count in finals. Second event—string: One three troop; Scouts to second in fi Third event—Four-man team f to furnish wood; all mixing wood to be fire may be built being run; Scout appearance; 35 percent: First and second Fourth event—four Scouts from all: First from Scouts nearest winners. Fifth event—four Scouts from tenderfoot Scout troop in finals; minutes in mile Wounded Man Given First Aid by Radio George Zeigler, who was a passenger recently on the Mongolia coming up the coast from the canal, relates that off the coast of Lower California a radio call for aid was picked up by the captain. The call had been sent out by the Canadian ship, Prospector, and announced that a sailor had fallen down a hatchway, and was seriously injured. The Prospector carried no doctor. The Mongolia's doctor, C. W. Allen, gave first aid instructions over the radio and the vessel veered 100 miles out of its course to pick up the wounded man. He was taken to a hospital, after the vessel docked at the port of Los Angeles, and was expected to recover, although his injuries were serious. Mr. Zeigler witnessed the affair, and is loud in his praise of the radio. American Legion Post Enjoys Musical Treat The main feature of the regular bi-monthly meeting of Anaheim Post No. 72 of the American Legion was a musical program furnished by "Doc" Jones and his entertainers, which consisted of trio and solo vocal numbers and instrumental music on banjo and Hawaiian guitar. The entertainment committee of the post served "cats" that hit the spot. The ladies of the auxiliary joined the members of the post during the entertainment and helped in community singing to wind up an enjoyable evening. As a reminder of the pioneering done in connection with the organization of the local post, William Webb, Jr., was presented with a beautiful past commander's ring by the post. Paul Tedrick, past commander, made the presentation speech, to which "Bill" responded. Builders Are Busy At Newport Beach Many Big Projects Awaiting Result of Bond Election How Orange county harbor development will help the worker in all parts of the county has been shown by a census taken a few months ago which indicated 45 carpenters, plumbers and other workers from Anaheim, Fullerton and Orange at work on homes, buildings and other improvements in Newport Beach and the vicinity of Newport bay. Assurance of liberal employment to a large number of workmen will certainly come about as soon as the definite decision to open up the entrance to Newport bay to the depth of 20 feet and make it safe and secure at all times and tides is broadcast to Orange county. The construction of hundreds of hundreds of homes is only one phase of the development which will follow a favorable vote on December 14, at which time entrance bonds will be submitted to the people. Many large projects involving six or seven figures are being held pending the election, and just as soon as a favorable result is recorded, there will be many big plans put in hand and actual work on several will start quickly. When the contractor is busy there are plenty of jobs for the worker, and when construction is at a standstill there are many idle. Those employers who are looking about for opportunities where their equipment may be used will know that much construction work is bound to result from the opening up of Orange county harbor, and that no section can overlook the advantages which will follow to all parts of the county. In no single instance has port development failed to help a wide area and every town in Orange county is in the fortunate position of being as near to Orange county harbor as Los Angeles is near to San Pedro harbor, its own Los Angeles harbor. Another forward step looking to the development of Orange county has been initiated by the board of trustees of the city of Newport Beach. For years the location of the tide line and certain property lines has been questioned. Following the lead taken by Orange county in its settlement of the tide land areas with the Irvine Iance Company, owners of the original Spanish grant covering lands around Newport bay, the city proposes concerted action to the same end. In the county settlement case the county secured 450 acres, to which they have title, and an area of 223 acres over which they have easement rights. The highest legal talent in the state will be asked to assist in solving the vexed questions involved and the adjustment, after many years of uncertainty, will be welcomed by people all over Orange county. The lead being taken by Clyde Bishop acting for the city of Newport Beach will facilitate early settlement, and the approval given by the city of Newport Beach to the project should help in settlement on a basis satisfactory to all concerned. ANAHEIM—YOUR CITY Founded by German Colonists, 1857 Assessed Value, 1925, $10,500,000 School System Valued at $951,000 Number 6 ANAHEIM FACTORY Cundiff New Commander of County Legion STEWART CUNDIFF, commander of the Newport Harbor American Legion post, has been named commander of the Orange county council of the American Legion. Cundiff succeeds Ted Craig of Brea as commander of the county organization. Delegates from nine American Legion posts met at Brea recently in the Boy Scout cabin. Frank Mason, adjutant of the organization, will retain that position until Cundiff appoints a new staff of officers, probably at the meeting to be held in Anaheim next month. C. E. Griffith of the Bank of America, Anaheim, is the treasurer. The location of next year's Armistice day parade was not decided at the meeting. Delegates from Newport Beach, Fullerton, La Habra and Brea intimated that they were considering the affair. CHEMICAL PLANT DISPOSED OF BY PECK INDUSTRIAL ALCOHOL CO., OF NEW YORK, PURCHASES INDUSTRY Hundred Thousand Dollars to Be Expended in Extensions, It Is Reported; Patents Held by Dr. Gustave Reich on Chemical Formulas Acquired by New Owners; Dr. Reich to Remain as Superintendent of Factory ONE of the biggest deals ever pulled off in Anaheim was consummated last week, when A. R. Peck disposed of the Crystal chemical plant to a New Boy Scout Contests To Be at City Park Seven Troops Will Fight for Honors in Monthly Meet The monthly inter-troop contest of the Boy Scouts will be held at the city park on November 26, commencing at 2:30 p.m. The troops participating are Anaheim Nos. 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5, and Cypress and Katella. These preliminary contests are held monthly and the finals every three months. According to the rules, one Scout can participate in one two contests. Scoutmasters will have lists prepared before the meet starts. Following is the schedule of contests: First event—Fuzz stick contest, three Scouts from each troop; Scouts to furnish wood, Scores, two points for each four inches attached shaving. Time limit, 5 minutes. Aggregate of three contestants counted. First and second in finals. Second event—Fire building; burn a string. One three-man team from each troop; Scouts to furnish wood. First and second in finals. Speed contest. Third event—Flap-jack contest. One four-man team from each troop. Scouts to furnish wood and cooking utensils; all mixing to be done after event starts; fire may be built while other events are being run. Scores, speed, 15 per cent; appearance, 35 per cent; taste, 50 per cent. First and second in finals. Fourth event—Scout pace. Entries, four Scouts from each troop. Free-for-all. First from each troop in finals. Scouts nearest mile post in 12 minutes, winners. Fifth event—Scout pace. Entries, four Scouts from each troop. For tenderfoot Scouts. First from each troop in finals. Scout nearest to 12 minutes in mile run, winner. Citrus School in Session This Week The citrus school, designed for the purpose of educating the orchardists, is in session this week at Fullerton. It opened Monday and will last until Saturday afternoon. Sessions are being held every day in the week, beginning at 8:45, and ending at 4:30. The subjects presented include all the important phases of orchard management in growing oranges and lemons, such as selection of the tree, planting, cultivation, irrigation, fertilization, mottle leaf and disease control, and orchard heating. One of the biggest deals ever pulled off in Anaheim was consummated last week, when A.R. Peck disposed of the Crystal chemical plant to a New York concern. Mr. Peck was the chief owner of the sugar factory, and he retained the chemical plant after he disposed of the sugar-making establishment and dismantled the big industry. Much money has been spent in enlargements and improvements since the factory was started, and now it is one of the biggest industries in the county. The Crystal Chemical Company of Anaheim has been purchased by the United States Industrial Alcohol Company of New York. Representatives of the purchasing company, it is said, plan to spend at least $100,000 in the immediate future for additional machinery, and the capacity of the plant will be doubled. General administrative offices will be located in Los Angeles, in charge of W.H. Haughty of New York. The purchase price was not revealed, but it was admitted the valuation of the plant is about $500,000. While alcohol is the principal product of the plant, the new owners came into a number of patents for valuable by-product owned by Dr. Gustave Reich, superintendent. The plant will take care of distribution of alcohol and by-products on the Pacific coast. There will be no change in personnel, it was said, Dr. Reich remaining as superintendent. The four-principal factors entering into the acquisition of the plant are said to be its location on three transcontinental lines, favorable transportation rates to Los Angeles harbor, labor conditions and the low Anaheim tax rate. The plant was established in 1923. Its products in 1925 were valued at $1,230,000. Seventy men, mostly skilled mechanics, are employed, with an annual payroll of about $90,000. The United States Industrial Alcohol Company, with the Anaheim acquisition, will operate seven plants. The parent plant at Baltimore is said to be fifty times larger than the Anaheim plant, which exceeds the other branches in size. While alcohol is the principal output now, it is understood that a number of by-products will be added in the chemical line, among them being acetanilid, which is the base of all coal tar preparations for the relief of pain. This will be made from the smoke that passes up the great stack and wastes itself in the air. Anaheim High Gets The citrus school, designed for the purpose of educating the orchardists, is in session this week at Fullerton. It opened Monday and will last until Saturday afternoon. Sessions are being held every day in the week, beginning at 8:45, and ending at 4:30. The subjects presented include all the important phases of orchard management in growing oranges and lemons, such as selection of the tree, planting, cultivation, irrigation, fertilization, mottle leaf and disease control, and orchard heating. The last day—Saturday—will be devoted to a field tour, stopping at different groves to demonstrate the various subjects discussed during the week. The school is held under the auspices of the agricultural extension service and division of subtropical horticulture of the college of agriculture, and specialists from the college are conducting the lectures. Oil Showing in Capistrano Well Property owners in the vicinity of San Juan Capistrano are greatly interested in the prospect of commercial oil production being developed in the well which has been drilling for about two years at a point approximately two miles south of the mission. Edwin H. Robinson, a southern operator, who recently purchased the well, along with the 585-acre lease, stated yesterday that he had reached a fairly promising oil sand at 2414 feet. He is now running a 6¼-inch casing, preparatory to cementing off and making a production test. Oil colors and an abundance of gas have been observed in the last 500 feet of drilling, it is reported. Mr. Robinson, who is a practical oil man, says that he plans to set a combination string in the hole, and that if a commercial well cannot be made there, he will perhaps remove the rig from the base of the hills to the top of the ridge, and pipe up to a new location the gas from the present well, for use in fueling the boilers for drilling a second well. Anaheim High Gets Prize for Year Book Anaheim's annual book, "Blue and Gold," according to the return of the sixth national all-American contest, wins a place in the second class. Second class honors are given year books above the average. Anaheim brought the only honor in all Orange county. Other high schools winning places in the second class, having from 300 to 690 students, were Redwood City, Selma, Santa Barbara, El Centro and Watsonville. Many parts of the country were represented in the 489 year books entered in the contest, among which were Hawaii and the Canal Zone. Twenty-four year books of California institutions took places in the various divisions. Cups were awarded to the university and the high school having the best year book. Stanford university's Quad, and Fort Wayne, Ind., high school's Totem took these high rewards. The aim of this contest is to raise the present standard of school year books, papers and magazines by critically judging each one and offering suggestions in each case. Among the points which are judged are make-up, presentation of activities of the school art work and distinctive features. This section was visited by a slight shower last Friday afternoon. A generous rain was predicted and expected, but the clouds drifted away after .04 of an inch fell. Prophets, however, are convinced that it was the forerunner of many storms, and that this is going to be an extremely wet season.