anaheim-gazette 1932-03-10

IN THE DAYS OF Extracts From Files of The Gazette Issued Half a Century and a Quarter of Authentic History in Print of the Daily Doings of the Citizens of Anaheim 50 YEARS AGO THIS WEEK MARCH 18, 1882 This is a country of surprises. Very fortunately the surprise of the past week was the right kind of one. No one would have thought last Saturday of predicting such a rain as the county has been blessed with during the week. It was the most timely, heaviest and most satisfactory rain which has fallen for several seasons. The rain fell slowly, giving the water a chance to penetrate the ground, thus doing the greatest possible amount of good. It was a warm rain, too, as will be seen by reference to the thermometrical record. All the grain which was growing before these rains will undoubtedly mature, even if there is no further rain—an event which is not at all probable. The probabilities are that the crops around Anaheim will be the heaviest in years in proportion to the acreage sown. Unfortunately the area sown in grain is not as large as in previous years, as many farmers were deterred from planting by the very great possibility of a dry year. But the yield on the land which was seeded will be so large that the aggregate amount of grain will be fully up to that produced last season. Sheep feed will be greatly increased. A new crop of grass will start, and the grass, which in most places was doing finely before the rains will be stimulated to a greater growth. Sheep owners feel that a great load has been lifted from them. The rain began on Sunday afternoon at 4 o'clock. The record since then has been as follows: on the 13th 1.47, the 14th .50, the 15th .34, the 16th .28, the 17th .16. Total for the week 2.75 inches, for the season, 6.38 inches. These last rains have very thoroughly upset the calculations of hay speculators, chief among whom is "Lucky" Baldwin of the Santa Anita ranch, who had five hundred tons or more which he was holding until the price reached $30 per ton. He is now peddling it at $20 per ton. A couple of carloads have been brought here for sale. It is probable that at the next school election, the question of selling the old school house and lot will be submitted to the voters. The rain began on Sunday afternoon at 4 o'clock. The record since then has been as follows: on the 13th 1.47, the 14th, .50, the 15th, .34, the 16th, .28, the 17th, .16. Total for the week 2.75 inches, for the season, 6.38 inches. These last rains have very thoroughly upset the calculation of hay speculators, chief among whom is "Lucky" Baldwin of the Santa Anita ranch, who had five hundred tons or more which he was holding until the price reached $30 per ton. He is now peddling it at $20 per ton. A couple of carloads have been brought here for sale. It is probable that at the next school election, the question of selling the old school house and lot will be submitted to the voters. Since the new school house was built, the old one has stood vacant, and like all unoccupied houses it suffers from neglect. The district has no use for it, and if a fair price can be obtained for it, the trustees should be given power to sell. This power can be conferred upon them only by vote of the people of the district, who have also, the right to fix the minimum price. The Democratic state central committee have fixed upon San Jose as the date of the next state convention to nominate candidates for state offices. The basis of representation is one delegate for each county and one additional for each two hundred votes cast for Hancock. There were 2845 votes cast for Hancock in this county, which entitles it to fifteen delegates. The report of the sale of the Planters Hotel property to Mr. N. H. Mitchell appears to have been premature, as the premises were sold on Wednesday to Capt. A. S. Ferguson. It is understood that the consideration was $8,000. We congratulate the purchaser upon securing a decided bargain, for in our judgment the property is worth double the amount he paid for it. Capt. Ferguson has not yet matured his future plans, but it is safe to say that the hotel will retain its old prestige. A two-thirds interest in the "Bonanza King" and "Rattler" mines, in Providence Mountain, San Bernardino county belonging to Messrs. Drew, Gen. Boyer, Hansen and J. B. Osborn has been sold through Mr. Gillette to New York parties for $425,000, the gentlemen named above retaining one-third. A ten stamp mill will be erected at once by the new owners and the mines properly opened out. About $300,000 worth of ore is now lying on the dump at the mines, and the work of development is going on rapidly. The ore varies in richness from $150 to $1000 a ton. The contract for the brick work on the new building on the corner of Center and Los Angeles streets has been awarded to Mr. C. Schindler, and the plastering to Mr. A. T. Ferdon. Carpenters who desire to bid for the woodwork can find the plans and specifications at this office. On last Wednesday Mr. H. F. Evans of Garden Grove sent to a relative in Fairbury, Nebraska, a cluster of fine oranges of the Mediterranean sweet variety, from a tree budded two years ago on lemon stock. The oranges were very large and uniform in size, and had a rich color which made the cluster look unusually pretty. On Tuesday some sacreligious Los Angeles scoundrel broke into the Cathedral poor-box and abstracted its contents. The sum taken is believed to be small. Suspicion rests upon two men of doubtful character who have been lurking in that vicinity. A meeting sociation was on Monday evening of the latter date Grim, J. S., Williams, Fritz Beebe, and H date September of the found holiday was set To those who memories cl association w nearly every was decided Adams was mittee of th officer of th Miss Edit residence on being her eight bunches of daomon Gundy served in half bet served in the center rendered. A hostess many were Mr. and ardson, Alice Leah Lawren Alma Yoern Merritt, Lela Aulay, George Max Carmich Cards have riage of Otto Miss Lillie Ze Mr. Zeus is a has been atta metropolis throughout charm. The tions. A. Nagel merchants, we Dealers associate evening and week. A trip was attended On last Wednesday Mr. H. F. Evans of Garden Grove sent to a relative in Fairbury, Nebraska, a cluster of fine oranges of the Mediterranean sweet variety, from a tree budded two years ago on lemon stock. The oranges were very large and uniform in size, and had a rich color which made the cluster look unusually pretty. On Tuesday some sacreligious Los Angeles scoundrel broke into the Cathedral poor-box and abstracted its contents. The sum taken is believed to be small. Suspicion rests upon two men of doubtful character who have been lurking in that vicinity. A letter has been received from a member of the committee of commerce of the House of Representatives, which states that the committee had agreed to recommend an appropriation of $75,000 for Wilmington harbor. This is $45,000 more than was granted last year. It is now stated that Col. Chalmers Scott's surveying party will, on the completion of the present survey in Arizona and Sonora, proceed to run a line from Santa Ana to Ysidora station on the California Southern Railroad station near San Luis Rey. Mr. E. J. Coleman, bank commissioner was in town Thursday and made an official examination into the affairs of the Bank of Anaheim. It is needless to say that he found that institution in a safe and flourishing condition. The family of the late F. Reuter desire to express through our columns their appreciation of the kindness and sympathy shown to them by the people of Anaheim at the time of their bereavement. Mr. S. A. Sheffield and family have returned from Faribault, Minnesota. They have now settled here for good and Mr. Sheffield will give his extensive property his personal supervision. Monday a week ago, John Rowland, son of Thomas Rowland of La Puente, aged 12 years ran a nail into his foot. Every precaution was taken to prevent ill effects but on Friday lockjaw supervened and at 4 o'clock on Sunday morning he died. The reserved space in the center of the Anaheim cemetery has been bordered with evergreen trees by Mr. Backs, who intends to do what he can towards beautifying the city of the dead. Mr. George B. Shaffer has been appointed receiver in the case of the Bank of Anaheim against J. Huntington et al. S OF LONG AGO Century and a Quarter of a Century Ago. These Files Contain the Only Citizens of Anaheim and Orange County in the Days of the Pioneers. 25 YEARS AGO THIS WEEK THURSDAY, MARCH 21, 1907 Members of the Water board were escorted about town on Saturday afternoon by citizens desirous of offering them a free site for the erection thereon of a two-story brick headquarters office. A number of sites were offered and the advantages expatiated upon by their several adherents as follows: Lot 30x180 on Center street where H. Schindler’s shoeshop now stands. The lot is owned by Henry Kroeger and is valued at $100 a front foot. Lot 40x135 on East Center street near Philadelphia, owned by R. Spoerl, valued at $1800. Lot 50x20 on East Center owned by L. A. Evans, east of Nemetz paint shop, $1500. Lot 30x130 at corner of Emily and Center owned by L. Nemetz, value $3000. Lot 30x130 on Center, east of Heying’s restaurant, owned by N. Hart, value $3000. The board heard arguments in support of each, and resolved to make definite selection at its next meeting to be held April 6th. While nothing authentic can be learned relative to the selection, it is rumored that the contest lies between the Hart, Kroeger and Nemetz lots. Citizens obligate themselves to present the water company a deed to the lot selected, without cost. A substantial two-story brick building will be erected thereon. A meeting of the chamber of commerce and merchants association was held in the banquet room of the Odd Fellows hall on Monday evening for the purpose of determining upon the celebration of the fiftieth anniversary of the founding of Anaheim, and to set in motion plans for a proper celebration of that historical event. The question whether to hold the celebration upon the Fourth of July or some time in September was freely discussed and a vote taken showed the meeting largely in favor of the latter date. The subject was discussed by J. F. Walker, C. F. Grim, J. S. Howard, Herman Stern, Herman Dickel, Capt. Wil- A meeting of the chamber of commerce and merchants association was held in the banquet room of the Odd Fellows hall on Monday evening for the purpose of determining upon the celebration of the fiftieth anniversary of the founding of Anaheim, and to set in motion plans for a proper celebration of that historical event. The question whether to hold the celebration upon the Fourth of July or some time in September was freely discussed and a vote taken showed the meeting largely in favor of the latter date. The subject was discussed by J. F. Walker, C. F. Grim, J. S. Howard, Herman Stern, Herman Dickel, Capt. Williams, Fritz Yungbluth, F. C. Spencer, Wm. Falkenstein, B. V. Beebe, and Henry Kuchel. Upon a vote it was decided to fix the date September 9th (Admission Day). While the actual date of the founding of the city was September 25, yet the state's holiday was selected as being probably the more appropriate date. To those who might be tempted to cleave closer to dates and the memories clustering around them, it might be said that the association which founded this city was up for discussion on nearly every day in September, fifty years ago. At all events it was decided to have a glorious celebration and Chairman Henry Adams was delegated authority to appoint an executive committee of three to have active control with himself as presiding officer of the celebration. Miss Edith Wallop entertained a number of her friends at her residence on Philadelphia street on Friday evening. The occasion being her eighteenth birthday. The rooms were decorated with bunches of dark red geraniums, ferns and smilax. "Military Solomon Gundy" was played. Refreshments consisted of fruit salad served in halves of large red apples, sandwiches, cakes and sherbet served in dainty little flower pots, with Johnny Jump-ups in the center. After refreshments several musical selections were rendered. At a late hour the guests departed, wishing their hostess many happy returns of the day. Among those present were Mr. and Mrs. Balfour of Los Angeles, Misses Helen Richardson, Alice Grimshaw, Gertrude Asher, Minnie Christiansen. Leah Lawrence, Mary Grim, Rachal Knapp, Lulu Goble, Ella Rae, Alma Yoern, Ruth Dutton, and Messrs. Geo. Christiansen, Ned Merritt, Leland Lewis, Harry Armstrong, Elton Goble, Gus McAulay, George Hagar, Arnold Dickel, Walter Ross, Milbrid Wray, Max Carmichael. Cards have been received announcing the approaching marriage of Otto Zeus to Miss Helen Lees in San Francisco, April 3rd. Miss Lillie Zeus sister of the groom will attend as bridesmaid. Mr. Zeus is a former Anglo-American and for a number of years past has been attached to the Santa Fe headquarters in the northern metropolis. His bride-to-be is a popular society bud, known throughout the metropolis as a lady of rare beauty and personal charm. The many friends of the happy couple extend felicitations. A. 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The meeting was attended by hardware dealers from Southern California and the wholesalers proved themselves to be hospitable hosts. A. D. Kelley has exchanged his six-acre walnut orchard at Fullerton for a nine-acre place at Riverside. He purchased the first named place at $125 an acre, eighteen months ago and sold it for $250 per acre. He planted twenty-five sacks of potatoes between the walnut trees and marketed over 500 sacks of potatoes, getting about $1.50 a sack. Weisel and Sandilands report the sale of the following automobiles: Chris Paulsen, Placentia, 4 cylinder Moline touring car; Arthur Staley, Fullerton, 4 cylinder Ford runabout; Tim Carroll, Anaheim, Maxwell touring car; L. A. Evans, Anaheim, Moline touring car. Rain on Thursday evening added .29 to the total for the season, making 17.89 as the total according to Mr. Dickel's gauge. Last season to date, 13.50. Total for last season 18.13. F. A. Korn is lying critically ill with a complication of disorders at his home on West street. Mr. Korn is one of the oldest and most highly esteemed citizens of the community. He is in his eightieth year and much anxiety is felt regarding his recovery. L. A. Evans realty company report the sale of 40 acres north of town from P. H. Krick to H. M. Barker for $2000. Also 10 acres northeast of town from C. G. Billings to W. H. Clemens for $4500. The marriage of Miss Katie Comstock to Herbert Spencer is announced. Both are well known young people. On account of the illness of Mrs. Comstock, the wedding was private. Mrs. Wm. Fox is convalescing from a severe attack of pneumonia. Notice of Election Notice is hereby given that a general municipal election will be held in the City of Anaheim on Monday, the 11th day of April, 1932, for the following officers: Two members of the City Council, City Clerk and City Treasurer. There will be eight (8) voting precincts for the purpose of holding said election consisting of a consolidation of the regular election precincts established for holding State or County elections as follows: Consolidated Voting Precinct "A", comprising State and County precincts, "Anaheim Precincts Nos. 1, 5 and 6," and the polling place thereof shall be at the Soap Factory, 911 North Los Angeles Street. Consolidated Voting Precinct "B", comprising State and County precincts, Comprising State and County precincts, "Anaheim Precincts Nos. 1, 5 and 6," and the polling place thereof shall be at the Soap Factory, 911 North Los Angeles Street. Consolidated Voting Precinct "B", comprising State and County precincts, "Anaheim Precincts Nos. 2, 3 and 4," and the polling place thereof shall be the L. A. Fisher Garage, at 709 North Philadelphia Street. Consolidated Voting Precinct "C", comprising State and County precincts, "Anaheim Precincts Nos. 7, 8 and 10," and the polling place thereof shall be at the Anaheim Union High School, at the Northwest corner of the intersection of West Center and Citron Streets. Consolidated Voting Precinct "D", comprising State and County precincts, "Anaheim Precincts Nos. 11, 12 and 14," and the polling place thereof shall be at the Ford Garage, at 320 North Los Angeles Street. Consolidated Voting Precinct "E", comprising State and County precincts, "Anaheim Precincts Nos. 15, 16 and 18," and the polling place thereof shall be at the Gibbs Lumber Company, at 801 East Broadway. Consolidated Voting Precinct "F", comprising State and County precincts, "Anaheim Precincts Nos. 13, 19 and 20," and the polling place thereof shall be at the City Hall, at 204 East Center Street. Consolidated Voting Precinct "G", comprising State and County Precincts, Consolidated Voting Precinct "F", comprising State and County precincts, "Anaheim Precincts Nos. 13, 19 and 20," and the polling place thereof shall be at the City Hall, at 204 East Center Street. Consolidated Voting Precinct "G", comprising State and County Precincts, "Anaheim Precincts Nos. 17, 21 and 22," and the polling place thereof shall be at Stueckle-Millings Electric Shop, at 613 South Los Angeles Street. Consolidated Voting Precinct "H", comprising State and County Precincts, "Anaheim Precincts Nos. 9, 23 and 24," and the polling place thereof shall be at the J. A. Planting Garage, at 924 West Broadway. The polls will be open between the hours of seven A. M. and seven P. M. Dated this 23th day of February, 1932. EDWARD B. MERRITT, City Clerk of the City of Anaheim.