anaheim-gazette 1927-11-17

GROWTH OF ANAHEIM Total for 1910 was... 2,268 Total for 1920 was... 5,525 Today estimated at... 12,090 VOLUME LVIII FORTY YEARS O GAZETTE PASSES FIFTY-SEVENTH BIRTHDAY NOW STARTING ON FIFTY-EIGHTH YEAR OF ITS EXISTENCE First Issue Printed October 29, 1870, by George W. Barter; Has Been Under Present Management for Forty Years; Has Been Strong Advocate of Progress and Clean Government Since Days of Pioneers Campaign on to Raise Funds for Welfare Chest THE campaign for the purpose of raising $4950 in the city for the Community Welfare Chest was launched at a banquet held Monday night in the American Legion room in the city hall. One hundred persones, mostly workers in the drive now in progress, were present, and Harry D. Riley, chairman of the association, presided. M. B. Wellington of Santa Ana made the keynote speech, opening the campaign. The total amount which the solicitors will endeavor to raise is $4900, to be divided as follows: For Crippled Children's Relief, $1250; Salvation Army, $1250; Boy Scouts, $2130; Girl Scouts, $320. Volunteer solicitors are now scouring the city, seeking subscriptions. It is not believed they will encounter much difficulty, as everybody recognizes the cause is worthy, and the NOW STARTING ON FIFTY-EIGHTH YEAR OF ITS EXISTENCE First Issue Printed October 29, 1870, by George W. Barter; Has Been Under Present Management for Forty Years; Has Been Strong Advocate of Progress and Clean Government Since Days of Pioneers FEW newspapers can boast of a continuous publication of as many years as the Anaheim Gazette, which recently rounded out the fifty-seventh year of its existence, and is now issuing volume 58. The Gazette was established in October, 1870, and has missed but two issues since its birth, more than 57 years ago; and this was necessitated by the office being destroyed by fire in 1877. Richard Melrose was editor and proprietor at that time. On the morning following the fire, while the ruins were still smoking, he left for San Francisco, where he purchased a new outfit; rushed it here and printed a paper, missing but two issues. Only one newspaper in Southern California now being published was in existence when The Gazette was established. That is the San Diego Union, which was founded in 1868. George W. Barter established The Gazette, the first issue being printed on October 29, '870. At that time the population of the town consisted mainly of the Colonists who came down from San Francisco to engage in the culture of grapes and build homes for themselves and their descendants. The population of the territory now comprising Orange county did not exceed a thousand souls at that time, and running a newspaper with such a limited field to draw patronage from was an uncertain proposition, but the Colonists encouraged Bartier to put in his plant, and they liberally supported it. After conducting the business two years, Bartier sold the paper to James R. Gardner. Although The Gazette has changed owners and publishers several times, the files show that it has never wavered in its loyalty to Anaheim, and has always fought strenuously for its advancement. In the early days, after the town began to grow, many papers were started, with the expectation of dividing its patronage or forcing it to discontinue. But all of them, after a checkered career, died of inanition. Forty years ago, Richard Melrose sold the paper to the present management, and after two score years of continuous service the editor who assumed the duties when Mr. Melrose retired is still at the helm. While The Gazette has weathered all the storms that beset it in its long career, like all newspapers printed in small towns, it faced some trying experiences in the early days. It has now in progress, were present, and Harry D. Riley, chairman of the association, presided. M. B. Wellington of Santa Ana made the keynote speech, opening the campaign. The total amount which the solicitors will endeavor to raise is $4900, to be divided as follows: For Crippled Children's Relief, $1250; Salvation Army, $1250; Boy Scouts, $2130; Girl Scouts, $320. Volunteer solicitors are now sourcing the city, seeking subscriptions. It is not believed they will encounter much difficulty, as everybody recognizes the cause is worthy, and the sum asked is small. Officers of the association are: Harry D. Riley, president; Mrs. E. E. Smith and Miss E. Kate Rea, vice-presidents; J. H. Whitaker, secretary; William Falkenstein, treasurer; H. E. W. Barnes, campaign chairman, and Roland E. Dye, campaign director. Jewell Convicted Of Simple Assault Asks Probation, and Case Will Be Heard Tomorrow W. J. Jewell, Anaheim realty man, who was on trial before a jury in superior court Monday, charged with assault with a deadly weapon, was convicted of simple assault. The case was given to the Jury Tuesday morning and, after deliberating for an hour, a verdict of assault was returned. Through his attorney, W. P. Webb, Jewell immediately asked for probation, and Judge Ames fixed tomorrow morning as the time for hearing the petition. Jewell's divorced wife was living at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. L. C. Blake, North and Citron streets, when the divorce was granted. She was given custody of the two children, and Jewell was ordered to pay $50 a month for their maintenance. As he had failed to pay any of this money, his wife refused him permission to see the children. Consequently, he went to the house on October 23, armed with a loaded billiard cue, and according to members of the family, threatened death to those who opposed his entrance. Mrs. Blake swore to a warrant charging him with assault with a deadly weapon. Popular Couple Return From Honeymoon Trip A. Van Fleet, Star Frigidaire salesman of the Howard Company, recently returned from a 4100-mile sight-seeing and honeymoon trip, taking him up to the Canadian border and back. Mr. Van Fleet, popularly known as Van, was married in Los Angeles, and left immediately on his journey, which now in progress, were present, and Harry D. Riley, chairman of the association, presided. The total amount which the solicitors will endeavor to raise is $4900, to be divided as follows: For Crippled Children's Relief, $1250; Salvation Army, $1250; Boy Scouts, $2130; Girl Scouts, $320. Volunteer solicitors are now sourcing the city, seeking subscriptions. It is not believed they will encounter much difficulty, as everybody recognizes the cause is worthy, and the sum asked is small. Officers of the association are: Harry D. Riley, president; Mrs. E. E. Smith and Miss E. Kate Rea, vice-presidents; J. H. Whitaker, secretary; William Falkenstein, treasurer; H. E. W. Barnes, campaign chairman, and Roland E. Dye, campaign director. THE artists were constructed American Legion Armistice Day warded by captain stakes prize for patrolic float in It was a monumne dead, and was not the occasion but construction,and w There were four Tuittin Union high of flowers and greenery four on the basis p The city of Orange for the most artist parade. For the most artificalthe Forty annual Orange county recn entry depicting hovering over a gra w a wounded soldier ground overlooking It is estimated crowded the streets mess the wonderful day celebrating versary of the vict bloody fields on There was plent for the visitors dur After thousands h big barbecue,the up to band concernious other amuse game between th lerton high school excitement for 500 The release of 500 one time was an I These birds flutter for a time,filling until each sensed home and swiftly At the close of bands in the proce front of the review in concert the "Star Fireworks from crest In the even day's festivities.w with three dances.w until late in the m Besides the sweep above other prizes In the fraternal division.the Brea Honors with a w monoplane mounted huge truck with flowers behing Orange County R Popular Couple Return From Honeymoon Trip A. Van Fleet, Star Frigidaire salesman of the Howard Company, recently returned from a 4100-mile sight-seeing and honeymoon trip, taking him up to the Canadian border and back. Mr. Van Fleet, popularly known as Van, was married in Los Angeles, and left immediately on his journey, which was to take some three weeks or a month of his time. Going up the inland route and sightseeing along the way, they stopped over at Bakersfield, Sacramento, Dunsmuir, and from there they journeyed to Eugene, Ore., and then made Portland by 11 a.m. of the fifth day. After enjoying lunch, they like a lot of the rest of us, were very much interested in the World series baseball score coming in over the radio at that time. After leaving Portland, they traveled northward to Bellingham, Vaucouver and Seattle. To visit all the places that were called for in their itinerary, they did not tarry long in Vancouver, but started on their way back, which was to take up some time with relatives stopping first at Cle Elm, Wash., for a half day with Mr. Van Fleet's brother. The next day they visited the famous round-up city of Pendleton, Ore., stopping there over night, and journeying down to Le Grande the next day for a week's visit with Mr. Van Fleet's father and another brother. While there, Van claims to have enjoyed china pheasant and deer hunting—plenty of pheasants, but no deer. After enjoying their stop at Le Grande for a week or so, their next trip was over to Boise, Idaho, to spend a few days with Mrs. Van Fleet's sister. Van said in going through the Snu Qualime pass they went through one and a half inches of snow. Mr. Van Fleet's car being a 1927 Standard Six Buick Sedan, he reports splendid gas and oil mileage and no trouble whatsoever in a mechanical way with the car, with only one puncture. He is a more enthusiastic booster for the Buick after taking a 4100-mile trip, and the entire expense of the trip being $77.63. The Santa Ana A first prize for the Pacific Telephone Company won the industrial division using a telephone exe lence trenches. The best floral division was that Nursery of Fuller Graw foundry of M. Elistite Compa nizer for the best. In American Legion the Santa Ana post with the Santa Ana same post first in M. The Placentia Re first honors for the tomobile in the dee The best entry other division was that theatre, Fullerton. The best male than Legion post Catherine's School Daughters of Fulli for the best women this division. The entry of the American Legion award for its man In the city bar Huntington Beach ors. St. Catherin e first place in the The Pasadena S prize in the Sclo special award was Monica Sclot bark ments were neither bugle corps, but t he music excellent The women's d ANAHEIM GAZETTE Anaheim, California, Thursday, November 17, 1927 ERS OF PLEASANT EDITOR ANAHEIM LEGION WINS HONORS IN PARADE PRESENTED SWEEPSTAKES IN ARMISTICE DAY PROCESSION FOR FLOAT St. Catherine's Boys Draw First for Best Marching Unit Aside From the Legion Posts; Forty Thousand Spectators Crowded Streets of Fullerton to Witness the Procession; Football Game Attracted 5000 Fans Five in Prison In Connection With Big Raid WITH five men in the county jail in connection with the raid and capture of the largest liquor "factory" ever taken by officers. In this county, sheriff's officers are busy gathering up the final threads of the case. The stills, capable of making 2000 gallons of alcohol per day, were found in an old barn north of Westminster, Saturday morning. Besides approximately 11,000 gallons of mash, found in 203.50-gallon vats, officers captured 4200 pounds of sugar, four sacks of corn, two sacks of oats, two sacks of bran, two barrels of grain alcohol, and approximately 80 gallons of freshly made liquor. The men in jail are John Treedo, 24, Westminster; H. Hainsohn, 32, Westminster; E. Halinsohn, 32, 4700 Seventh avenue, Los Angeles; James Martin, 42, Anderson hotel, Los Angeles; Thomas Leal, 26 West. KIWANIS LODGE SENDS KINDLY GREETINGS ADOPT RESOLUTION COMMEMORATING 40 YEARS OF EDITORIAL WORK Retrospective Glance Through Abysm of Years Recalls Incidents in Life of This Paper; Memory Conjures Wraiths of Twilight Patent Syndicate, County Division Campaign, and Sugar Factory on Wheels Many Discusses TWO hires and resumes gathered evening the report on He stated wood to cent comm to the Cent company would be the first Senator presided dresses sons of p Los Angles PRESENTED SWEEPSTAKES IN ARMISTICE DAY PROCESSION FOR FLOAT St. Catherine's Boys Draw First for Best Marching Unit Aside From the Legion Posts; Forty Thousand Spectators Crowded Streets of Fullerton to Witness the Procession; Football Game Attracted 5000 Fans THE artists who designed and constructed the Anaheim American Legion float for the Armistice Day parade were rewarded by capturing the sweepstakes prize for the most beautiful patriotic float in the long procession. It was a monument to the unknown dead, and was not only appropriate to the occasion, but was beautiful in construction, and well posed. There were four sweepstakes prizes. Tustin Union high school, with a bower of flowers and greenery, took one of the four on the basis of 50 per cent appearance and 50 per cent on the idea. The city of Orange received the trophy for the most artistic floral float in the parade. For the most artistic float other than floral, the Forty and Eight Society of Orange county received the prize, with an entry depicting the dove of peace hovering over a grave in France, with a wounded soldier posed in the background overlooking the scene. It is estimated that 40,000 people crowded the streets of Fullerton to witness the wonderful parade and to spend the day celebrating the ninth anniversary of the victory of our arms on the bloody fields of France. There was plenty of entertainment for the visitors during the entire day. After thousands had been fed at the big barbecue, the afternoon was given up to band concerts, dancing and various other amusements. The football game between the Anaheim and Fullerton high school teams furnished excitement for 5000 enthusiastic fans. The release of 5000 carrier pigeons at one time was an interesting spectacle. These birds fluttered above the earth for a time, filling the air like a cloud, until each sensed the direction of his home and swiftly sped away. At the close of the parade, the 20 bands in the procession assembled in front of the reviewer gandt and played in concert the "Star Spangled Banner." Fireworks from the summit of Hillcrest, in the evening, wound up the day's festivities, with the exception of the three dances, which were continued until late in the night. Besides the sweepstakes awards noted above, other prizes were as follows: In the fraternal and service club division, the Brea Lions Club took first honors with a working model of a monoplane mounted on the cab of a huge truck with a band of greenery and flowers behind. Orange County Knights of Columbus Anaheim Rancher Suddenly Called Vernie Wheeler Stricken With Heart Failure Saturday Amos V. Wheeler, better known to friends and acquaintances as Vernie Wheeler, died suddenly at his home on Zeyn street early Saturday morning, at the age of 52 years. Heart failure was the cause of his death. Deceased had been a resident of Anaheim for 21 years, coming here from Harlin county, Ohio, where he was born. For many years he was a Placentia avenue rancher, but moved to the city a couple of years ago. He was a member of White Temple Methodist church, of the Knights of Pythias, and of Calumet camp, Spanish War Veterans. He leaves a widow, Mrs. Rena Wheeler, and three children, Mrs. Rose Hoxle and Miss Naomi Wheeler of this city, and Keath Wheeler of Columbus, Ohio. His aunt, Miss Amy Wheeler, also resides here. Funeral services were held at the Backs, Terry & Campbell parlors at 10:30 o'clock Tuesday, the remains being interred in Loma Vista cemetery. Dr. Benjamin S. Haywood conducted the services, and the Knights of Pythias took charge at the grave. JENSEN STILL IN BED Robert Jensen, who injured his knee cap while at football practice on the high school grounds four weeks ago today, is still in bed with his knee in a plaster cast. He has been missed from the varsity squad, and his many friends will regret to learn that he cannot soon return. He has followed the team in spirit as he lay confined to his bed; exults in his teammates' ADOPT RESOLUTION COM-MEMORATING 40 YEARS OF EDITORIAL WORK Retrospective Glance Through Abysm of Years Recalls Incidents in Life of This Paper; Memory Conjures Wraiths of Twilight Patent Syndicate, County Division Campaign, and Sugar Factory on Wheels THE following set of gracious resolutions, which speak for themselves, were adopted at a meeting of the Kiwanis Club at the regular weekly session on Tuesday afternoon. In the absence of the secretary, Roscoe Young, the resolutions were read by Floyd McCracken, editor of the Daily Bulletin: We, the members of the Anaheim Kiwanis Club, in regular meeting assembled, unanimously resolve that: Wheress, Father Time has moved on his relentless way, and our community has witnessed a large growth, and many changes; Therefore, We pause for a brief moment to remark the faithful attention to high duty of one of our noble citizens, the venerable Editor-in-Chief, the Honorable Henry Kuchel, owner and editor of the Anaheim Gazette for the past forty years; Furthermore, We extend to him our most hearty congratulations and praise, for during his editorship he has seen this burg grow into a small town, and develop into a city, and from a city into the Metropolis of Northern Orange County; For Be It Remembered, that Henry Kuchel has carefully and tactfully and energetically defended the moral tone and political character and life of this community during his forty years among us, upholding the right and condemning the wrong; Furthermore, He has patiently guided at least two of our members through the trials and vicissitudes of youth, into the flower of full manhood, and is to be commended for his long suffering kindness; And Therefore, Be It Resolved: That the community owes Henry Kuchel a deep debt of gratitude for the loyal support he has accorded to numerous members of the Kiwanis Club in their political careers. In Conclusion, Be It Resolved: That a copy of this resolution be inscribed upon the minutes of our Club and a copy be presented to the "Kiwanian Ted," son of Henry Kuchel, and that the Daily Bulletin and Anaheim Gazette be requested to publish same in full. A. CURTIS CASE. President. It is indeed pleasant to reflect, in front of the reviewin gstand and played in concert the "Star Spangled Banner." Fireworks from the summit of Hillcrest. In the evening, wound up the day's festivities, with the exception of the three dances, which were continued until late in the night. Besides the sweepstakes awards noted above, other prizes were as follows: In the fraternal and service club division, the Brea Lions Club took first honors with a working model of a monoplane mounted on the cab of a huge truck with a band of greenery and flowers behind. Orange County Knights of Columbus took first honors for the best men's entry. The Santa Ana American Legion took first prize for the best drum corps. The Pacific Telephone and Telegraph Company won the first trophy in the industrial division with a float depicting a telephone exchange in the front line trenches. The best floral decorated float in this division was that of the Robertson Nursery of Fullerton, while the McGraw foundry of Brea took the honors for the best float other than floral. The M. Eltiste Company of Orange won a prize for the best advertisement. In American Legion marching units, the Santa Ana post took first prize, with the Santa Ana auxiliary of the same post first in the women's division. The Placentia Round Table Club took first honors for the best decorated automobile in the decorated car division. The best entry other than floral in this division was that of the Mission Court theatre. Fullerton. The best male marching unit other than Legion posts, was that of St. Catherine's School of Anaheim. Native Daughters of Fullerton won first prize for the best women's marching unit in this division. The entry of the La Habra post, American Legion, received a special award for its marching unit. In the city band competition, the Huntington Beach band won first honors. St. Catherine's School band won first place in the school band units. The Pasadena Scots band won first prize in the Scots division, while a special award was made to the Santa Monica Scot bafid, as their instruments were neither band nor drum and bugle corps, but the judges considered the music excellent. The women's drill team competition Robert Jensen, who injured his knee cap while at football practice on the high school grounds four weeks ago today, is still in bed with his knee in a plaster cast. He has been missed from the varsity squad, and his many friends will regret to learn that he cannot soon return. He has followed the team in spirit as he lay confined to his bed; exults in his teammates' victories, and feels pretty bad when they lose. The hope is indulged by everyone, teammates and student body, and the people of the district at large, that he may soon recover and be quite himself again. Everybody hopes that things are going all right with Bob. Hurry up, Bob, and get well. SECRETARY RESIGNS William Pierce, who for three years past has been the efficient secretary of the Elks lodge, has tendered his resignation, taking effect November 15, and contemplates embarking in business for himself. He will remain at the club until December 1 to be of assistance and give counsel to his successor. He will be succeeded by Evan Alsip, who for a number of years has been connected with the First National Bank. Mr. Alsip's place at the bank will be filled by Godfrey Lumadon. We wish Mr. Pierce every success in his new business venture, that Mr. Alsip may be a successful secretary of the Elks Club, and that Mr. Lumadon may prove himself to be a valuable addition to the First National Bank. was won by the Fullerton Royal Neighbors. One of the best floats scheduled for the parade was forced out at the last minute. It was the Orange elementary schools' entry, which depicted "Old Ironsides," in the shape of that famous ship of history. Unfortunately, the masts on the ship were too high to allow the float to pass under the street decorations. This float probably would have been given a prize had it been judged with the others, officials of the Legion said. Kuchel a deep debt of gratitude for the loyal support he has accorded to numerous members of the Kiwanis Club in their political careers. In Conclusion, Be it Resolved: That a copy of this resolution be inscribed upon the minutes of our Club and a copy be presented to the "Kiwanian Ted," son of Henry Kuchel, and that the Daily Bulletin and Anaheim Gazette be requested to publish same in full. A. CURTIS CASE. President. It is indeed pleasant to reflect, in one's declining years, that his work has met with approval from those who know him best, from those to whom his life is like an open book, from friends and neighbors during all those fleeting years. These gracious words are very kind—more so than we feel we deserve—but if we have done anything to merit them, even in small degree, we shall hold ourselves to have been more than amply compensated. A newspaper cannot exist without the cordial esteem of the community in which it is published. An editor's work is public property. Everybody knows what he says and does on matters of public moment, and to have the support of the community he must be guided by right principles, ever and always. We have been conducting The Gazette now for forty years. While we had ambitious notions in the beginning in respect to the preparation of a readable newspaper, we say now that we have done the best we could, and all that we have and all that we are has been freely given to the upbuilding of the community and the protection and defense of its interests and its industries, first, last and all the time. We have been through many fights, and while the going was sometimes a bit rough, the stars in the blue over head seemed to beckon us on, and in the firm resolve that right must triumph in the end, we have tried to do our duty as we have had the light to see. Looking back retrospectively through the abyss of the years which have sped on into history, we recall the Twilight Patent Syndicate warfare, the county division fight in 1889, which was a knock down and drag out affair; the fight against the co-operative sugar (Concluded on Last Page) CALIFORNIA STATE LIBRARY ANAHEIM—YOUR CITY Founded by German Colonists, 1857 Assessed Value, 1925, $10,500,000 School System Valued at $951,000 Number 6 EDITORIAL WORK LODGE INDLY NGS TION COM40 YEARS L WORK Many Speakers Discuss the New Manchester Road Two hundred residents of Orange and Los Angeles counties, representing the Greater Manchester Improvement Association, gathered at Buena Park Monday evening for the purpose of discussing the new Manchester boulevard. The meeting was in the nature of a jollification over the success of the project. Chairman Wilford of the construction association made a report on the progress up to date. He stated that plans from Inglewood to South Gate were 90 percent complete, and from South Gate to the Orange county line 85 percent complete. He stated that plans would be ready for the surveyors by the first of December. Senator Merriam of Long Beach presided at the meeting, and addresses were made by various persons of prominence from Orange and Los Angeles counties. Supervisor ZONE ORDINANCE PRESENTED TO COUNCIL ACTION POSTPONED UNTIL PUBLIC HEARING OF CITIZENS TONIGHT Open Discussion Will Be Held, and Protests, If Any, Given Consideration; Best Interests of City Considered in Drafting Document; Action on Bids for Supplies Postponed Until Next Regular Meeting Fullerton Rancher Sued for Damages Husband of Woman Killed in Accident Asks $25,000 A. Hiltscher, Fullerton rancher and subdivider, is named as defendant in a $25,000 damage suit, in which he is charged with responsibility for an automobile accident last August in Carbon canyon, which is alleged to have resulted in the death of Mrs. Willie Priest of Beaumont. G. W. Priest, widower, initiated the superior court action, with a complaint in which he alleges that he and his wife, with two grandchildren, had come to a complete stop on the right side of a curve in the canyon road, when the Hiltscher car sped around the turn from the opposite direction and crashed into them. Mrs. Priest was hurled against the steering wheel of their machine, suffering injuries which are said to have caused her death, September 9. John Martell, of Santa Ana, and Harry O. Warton, of Placentia, are representing Priest. Heirs of Mrs. Priest are named as plaintiffs, and include Mae Huddleston, Myrtle Temple and Henry Priest, children of the deceased. DEATH OF W. S. HUMBERT William Scott Humbert passed away at a Los Angeles hospital on Friday, following a surgical operation for appendicitis. The funeral services were held at the residence, 311 South Irving boulevard, on Tuesday, at 2 p.m. He leaves a widow and son, William K. Humbert, to mourn his untimely end. He was a man of large means, being interested in banking at Phoenix, Arizona and other large industries in a jollification over the success of the project. Chairman Wilford of the construction association made a report on the progress up to date. He stated that plans from Inglewood to South Gate were 90 percent complete, and from South Gate to the Orange county line 85 percent complete. He stated that plans would be ready for the surveyors by the first of December. Senator Merriam of Long Beach presided at the meeting, and addresses were made by various persons of prominence from Orange and Los Angeles counties. Supervisor William Schumacher delivered the address of welcome. Dr. Walter Bigham, chairman of the Anaheim planning commission, was one of the speakers, and predicted many benefits to Orange county from the new highway. Work is expected to begin soon on the first unit of the boulevard. It is to be 100 feet wide, and will make a bee line from Los Angeles into Orange county. ANTICIPATING action on the new zoning ordinance, a considerable number of interested persons gathered in the council room of the city hall Thursday evening, many of them no doubt, prepared to file protestsa gain various provisions of it. The city planning commission, which has been working at the ordinance for several months, endeavoring to frame a document that would be satisfactory to all submitted it to the council at Thursday's meeting. Those who assembled at the chamber to hear it read were disapproved, however, as no action was taken, and it was not even read.. The councill decided to postpone the reading until tonight, when a public hearing will be held, giving all who care to do so an opportunity to discuss it and suggest changes. As the members of the commission have given much time and labor to the ordinance and have endeavored to eliminate as much as possible objectionable features, it is not probable that many changes, if any, will be made. It is expected there will be protests and counter-protests from a few sections when the ordinance is persisted and read to the public. For instance, two petitions from Five Points have already been filed. One petition, numerously signed, asks that the section be declared a strictly residential district, eliminating business enterprises. The other petition, also numerously signed, wants Five Points recognized as a legitimate business center, and wants encouragement extended to all industries desiring A location therx. What action the commission has taken in the matter will only be known when the ordinance is read tonight. Several bids were received for bathing suits and towels for the city park plunge, a tractor and fertilizer to be used on the sewer farm orange grove, and for fertilizer for the park. On motion of Trustee A. W. Franzen, all bids were laid over until the next regular meeting for consideration. Appointment of J. W. Roberts as a member of the police force and the cancellation of the appointment of Otto Puchert, recommended by Chief J. S. Martin were approved. Reports of various department heads and of O. E. Steward, maintenance engineer on units 2, 3, 4 and 5 of the joint outfall sewer were read and approved. Warrants in payment of current de- DEATH OF W. S. HUMBERT William Scott Humbert passed away at a Los Angeles hospital on Friday, following a surgical operation for appendicitis. The funeral services were held at the residence, 311 South Irving boulevard, on Tuesday, at 2 p.m. He leaves a widow and son, William K. Humbert, to mourn his untimely end. He was a man of large means, being interested in banking at Phoenix, Arizona, and other large industries in that state. He was frequently a visitor in this city, accompanied by his family, and was held in high esteem by all who knew him. His son is well known here, having married Miss George Bailey, who formerly resided here with her family. He had been in Los Angeles for two weeks, at his father's bedside, but as the patient shwred improvement, returned to his home in Phoenix. He was advised by telegraph that his father had taken a relapse, and drove over with his family immediately. Arriving at Yuma, he received notification that his father had passed away. Sincere sorrow will be felt among Mr. Humbert's many friends in Orange county at his death. He was a lovable gentleman and it was a pleasure to know him. ATTENDING FUNERAL Mr. and Mrs. Charles Baker and their little daughter, Dawn, of Piru, Ventura county, drove down to attend the funeral of Verne Wheeler, Mrs. Baker's brother-in-law, who passed away suddenly on Saturday. The interment occurred at Loma Vista on Tuesday morning. Rev. Dr. Haywood conducted the funeral services. Deceased was a member of the Knights of Pythias lodge and Spanish War Veterans, under whose auspices interment was made. Mr. Baker is engaged in the oil industry in Ventura county, and Mrs. Baker is a daughter of Mr. Winnie, living on the east side. The cigar and confectionery stand of W. A. Williams, on South Los Angeles street, was burglarized Thursday night. Five or six dollars in charge and a quantity of cigars were taken. Appointment of J. W. Roberts as a member of the police force and the cancellation of the appointment of Otto Puchert, recommended by Chief J. S. Martin were approved. Reports of various department heads and of O. E. Steward, maintenance engineer on units 2, 3, 4 and 5 of the joint outfall sewer were read and approved. Warrants in payment of current demands, approved by the finance committee, were approved. NEW RAILROAD AGENT E. A. Roach has arrived from Los Angeles and has taken charge of the Union Pacific depot in this city. He relieves Agent Beebe, who is quite seriously ill, his many friends will regret to learn, and is contemplating a trip to the desert to recuperate his health. Mr. Roach is an experienced railroad man, and will be glad to serve the patrons of the company in the manner which has made his road famous. He is receiving a cordial welcome into the community. THANKS FROM THE LEGION "Fullerton, Cal., Nov. 14, 1927." "Editor Anaheim Gazette, Anaheim, California" "Dear Sir:—The Armistice Day committee of the American Legion wishes to express their appreciation for publicity given our celebration November eleventh. "We of the American Legion want you to accept our thanks for your participation in making Armistice Day celebration a success." "Yours very truly, HUGH MILLER, Armistice Day Committee Manager." Mrs. A. Sherman, who resides at the Yungbluth apartment house, was the victim Monday of a sneak thief, according to her report to the police. Mrs. Sherman states that she left the key to her room hanging in the hall when she went out, and found on her return that the room had been entered. Her trunk had been ransacked and $35, which she had hidden in it, stolen.