anaheim-gazette 1939-07-20

IN THE DAYS OF LONG AGO Extracts From Files of The Gazette Issued Half a Century and a Quarter of a Century Ago. These Files Contain the Only Authentic History in Print of the Daily Doings of the Citizens of Anaheim and Orange county in the Days of the Ploneers. 50 Years Ago AUGUST 1, 1889 At the special meeting of stockholders in the Anaheim Water company, held last Saturday to determine at what price the company would sell out to the new Anaheim Irrigation District, it was resolved to place the stock at $15 per share. There are 6,906 sharps of assessable stock in the company which will bring $103,590. To this is added the debt of the company aggregating $48,500, bringing the sum total up to $152,090. After some discussion it was decided to place the amount at $160,000, which will be finally discussed and an agreement decided upon at a meeting to be held a week from Saturday. Some directors are in favor of placing the price of stock at $260,000. There are five supervisor districts, five judicial townships (Anaheim, Santa Ana, San Juan, Orange and Westminster) twenty-two voting precincts and twenty-seven school districts in the new county of Orange. Seven school districts are partly in Orange and partly in Los Angeles county, Centralia, Norwalk, Westminster, Placentia, Alamitos, Evergreen and Bloomfield). There are fourteen road districts. A survey has been made from the eastern end of Broadway to the site of the bridge at Olive, for the purpose of defraying the 25 Years Ago July 23, 1914 On Saturday, July 25, unless Providence, a convulsion of nature, the elements or some unforeseen contingency interferes and changes the program the Anaheim sugar factory will begin slicing beets and the fourth campaign of its existence will be launched. While adverse legislation and business conditions have struck a heavy blow at the California beet sugar industry and few of the plants which have elected to continue in operation this season expect to get through without a loss, weather conditions in Orange county have been remarkably good and the beet crop is probably the best ever grown. While the acreage is not as large as last year the output of sugar will be greater than ever before. At 7 o'clock on Saturday evening there were counted on Center street, between Olive and Helena, 135 automobiles. This was a pretty good showing for a short stretch on one street. The following morning at 7 o'clock not a machine was in sight on this same pavement. Fritz Martin is here from Temple, Arizona, after an absence of seven years. Fritz has kept posted upon local happenings by reading the Gazette, but says he was not prepared for the many evidences of advancement and improvement hereabout, which are By WARREN BAYLEY FORT McHENRY NATIONAL PARK, MARYLAND — For benefit of visitors to this national park, located on the Patapsco river bordering the busy waterfront Baltimore, the National park service has compiled a complete count of its bombardment by British in the War of 1812. Because of the importance of the battle in the outcome of the war I believe you will enjoy reading something of that encounter. After capturing and burning the city of Washington, the Brick fleet of more than 50 ships sailed into Patapsco during the even of September 11, 1814. A combined attack against Baltimore land and water was planned. Excited in the afternoon of September 11, the Baltimore brigade met with enemy on the North Point road. Here the British general, Sir Robert Ross, was killed and his veteran army, composed largely Wellington's invincibles, and more than twice the strength American force, was held bay for nearly two hours. Having performed its mission of laying the enemy, the Baltimore brigade fell back for the immediate defense of the city. British army then advanced within one mile of the American earthworks, there to wait for the fleet to force its way past McHenry. two voting precinct and twenty-seven school districts in the new county of Orange. Seven school districts are partly in Orange and partly in Los Angeles county, Centralia, Norwalk, Westminster, Placentia, Alamitos, Evergreen and Bloomfield). There are fourteen road districts. A survey has been made from the eastern end of Broadway to the site of the bridge at Olive, for the purpose of defraying the expense of which contributions were taken from our citizens. The supervisors will be asked to make the route a county road, which has already been agreed upon, and when the entire distance is gravelled the drive will be one of the finest in the county. Engineer Wood is making preparations for the construction of a reservoir for the irrigation district at the site north of the Hetebrink place at Placentia. The dam will be thirty feet high and 678 feet long and when completed the reservoir will contain sixty million gallons of water, enough to irrigate the entire district. The reservoir may be filled during the winter months, and in summer, when there is a scarcity of water in the river, there will be enough to supply all. Complaint is made that hunters are shooting quail south of town. As the law forbidding their slaughter, does not expire until September, gunners are liable to arrest for the offense. All sportsmen should refrain from shooting quail at this season of the year as large numbers of young birds are slaughtered for no purpose. All farmers who received sugar beet seed from Max Nebelung last spring are requested to report to H. Kroeger, whether they planted the seed according to instructions, how it germinated and how the stand of beets is at the present time. William Hill's threshing machine is hard at work these days, and grain is being sacked in great quantities. Last week, the grain of Judge Pierce and John Hanna was threshed and at present work is being done for farmers at Centralia and Fairview. Chinaman Louey, for throwing onions in the yeast jar that supplies the Planter's hotel with bread, was frowned upon by Judge Fritz Martin is here from Temple, Arizona, after an absence of seven years. Fritz has kept posted upon local happenings by reading the Gazette, but says he was not prepared for the many evidences of advancement and improvement hereabout, which are a revelation to him. He has prospered in Arizona, but looks forward to again becoming a citizen of this community. He purchased a $1,975 lot at Seal Beach as an earnest of his faith in the future of this section, and says this city looks good enough to make an investment here. Fritz has many friends in town who are glad to see him again, and all indulge the hope that he will soon become an Anaheimmer again. With his wife at the helm steering the auto Joseph Helmsen was out making calls on his friends Monday. He had been as far out as Garden Grove and was enthusiastic over the new highway which he traversed. Mr. Helmsen received the glad hand wherever he went. Charles Conliff has just completed a handsome block on Center street adjoining that of the German American Bank's new building for Mr. Crossneck of Long Beach. Mr. Conliff has built many of the substantial structures of this city and his work always gives satisfaction. He is now engaged in building the new school building on Broadway. A. S. Bradford and wife of Placentia are in Washington visiting at the home of Congressman Kittner. Mr. Bradford is also boosting the Placentia Preserving company's preserved oranges. Born on July 21st to the wife of Chilli Fischer, a 7½ pound boy. Mother and child are doing well and Chilli is receiving congratulations from his many friends on the happy event. Mrs. Adclph Thomas, who has been in ill health for some time, was operated on at Los Angeles hospital last Wednesday, since which she has been improving. The marriage of Percy Rust and Miss Jefferson Hauser, was solemnized at St. Michael's Episcopal William Hill's threshing machine is hard at work these days, and grain is being sacked in great quantities. Last week, the grain of Judge Pierce and John Hanna was threshed and at present work is being done for farmers at Centralia and Fairview. Chinaman Louey, for throwing onions in the yeast jar that supplies the Planter's hotel with bread, was frowned upon by Judge Fox on Saturday last to the tune of twenty dollars or twenty days. Anaheim Landing is beginning to assume its customary summer appearance. Already a dozen families are comfortably fitted up in their tents, while quite a number have taken up quarters in the old warehouse, where a restaurant is conducted by Mr. Roberts. The fine bathing facilities of the resort, together with a smooth bay for boating makes the place one much sought after during the heated months. Santa Ana is to have another paper called the Free Press. Lester Osborne and Geo. R. Broadbore of Los Angeles will be the publishers. Rev. Father Stoetters of the Catholic church is in attendance upon the Retreat at St. Vincent's College in Los Angeles together with a large number of Catholic clergymen of this diocese. The session will continue until tomorrow. Frank Schaumberger has resigned his position at Wallop's store and accepted one with Joe des Granges steam well boring outfit. Miss May Chilson of Santa Ana was last week the guest of Miss Mollie Gardiner of Orangethorpe. Mrs. Adelph Thomas, who has been in ill health for some time, was operated on at a Los Angeles hospital last Wednesday, since which she has been improving. The marriage of Percy Rust and Miss Jefferson Hauser, was solemnized at St. Michael's Episcopal church at 8 o'clock yesterday morning. Rev. David Todd Gilmore, rector of the church, performed the ceremony. The young couple left shortly after the wedding for a honeymoon. They will reside in Anaheim. H. W. Chynowith was down from the city visiting his former Anaheim friends last week. The following gentlemen have been appointed as the executive committee to have charge of the Pioneer week Festival: Herman Stern, H. E. W. Barnes, J. S. Howard, Henry Adams, George Hamler, J. W. Duckworth, H. Noll. Misses Margaret and Bella Walker were hosts to the Baraca and Philathea classes of the Presbyterian Sunday school Saturday evening. Corn roasting was one of the amusement features of the evening. Eugene Allec was in town from Placentia on Monday on a short business mission and reports his section in a flourishing condition. Remember the country store at the Fairyland theatre every Friday night. Admission 5 and 10 cents. Mr. and Mrs. Chas Wagner are touring the north expecting to go as far as Canada. BY WARREN BAYLEY PORT McHENRY NATIONAL MARYLAND—For the list of visitors to this national location on the Patapsco river during the busy waterfront of more, the National park service compiled a complete account of its bombardment by the in the War of 1812. Because of the importance of that event in the outcome of the war, we will enjoy reading what of that encounter. Our capturing and burning the Fort Washington, the British of more than 50 ships sailed Patapsco during the evening September 11, 1814. A combination against Baltimore by land and water was planned. Early afternoon of September 12, Baltimore brigade met the army on the North Point road. The British general, Sir Robboss, was killed and his vet-army, composed largely ofington's invincibles, and of more than twice the strength of American force, was held at or nearly two hours. Having performed its mission of defending the enemy, the Baltimore side fell back for the more immediate defense of the city. The army then advanced to one mile of the American works, there to wait for their to force its way past Fort Henry. morning of September 14 when the British tried to land 1,250 marines, carrying scaling ladders, in the rear of the fort. This movement was discovered, however, and the converging cross-fire from the fort and shore batteries forced them to abandon the attempt. It was during the bombardment of the Fort McHenry that Francis Scott Key was inspired to write the Star-Spangled Banner. He had been captured by the British. Key was detained by the British on board the small American vessel while the attack was launched. From this point he could watch the jurid spectacle of the British fleet throwing a continuous stream of shot, bombs and rockets into Fort McHenry. At the first light of dawn he saw that our flag was still there, which meant that the attack had failed. In the exultation of the moment he wrote the song which has become our national anthem. Fullerton Council Inquiry is Closed There is no need for a criminal investigation of the Fullerton city council as the result of the city hall site controversy, according to District Attorney George F. Holden. The following re-printed United Press story was of special interest to H. D. McBride of Anaheim, who lived for many years at Durango, Colo., and is well acquainted with the Mesa Verde national park. The United Press story, date-lined from Durango, follows: "Esther, the perfect lady," who undoubtedly was enjoying wide popularity in Rio Perdidas de las Animas near here (Durango) during the lifetime of Christ, again has become a center of attraction. In 2000 years, however, her admirers have changed from bronze swans to bespectacled scientists. Esther's mummified form was unearthed from the ancient ruins in the valley of the "River of Lost Souls." Scientists reported that ear-rings in numerous pieces of wood found near the site indicate the 20-year old maiden lived during the lifetime of Christ. Men of science believe the mummy to be the best preserved of any excavated in the southwest. Eastern scientists, attracted by the rare find, requested that Esther be shipped there for study. In a few months she will be returned to her native land—in a display case—to occupy a place among the antiques housed in the museum building at Mesa Verde national park. Esther has a complete set of 32 teeth; a smooth leathery skin; nails on every finger and toe, and a remnant of a loin cloth around her slender hips. Beads strung on a 10-foot length of hair cord hung around her neck. Numerous other feminine ornaments were found in the grave. Bicycles Creating Traffic Problems Increasing use of bicycle creating a serious traffic problem according to the public department of the Automobile Club of Southern California. Parents instruct their children ride on the left hand side highway, which is exactly where they don't belong. Others them to ride in the street, them that they must use the walk, and that is prohibit ordinance in most cities, for our reasons. The California vehicle code nine sec. 452, reads: "person riding a bicycle...a highway is subject to the visions of this division applied to the driver of a vehicle...those which by their very can have no application." makes it clear that bicycle must follow the same rules drivers of automobiles. Some families provide one cycle for transporting more one child. Riding double single-seated bicycle is a viable option. Fullerton Council Inquiry is Closed There is no need for a criminal investigation of the Fullerton city council as the result of the city hall site controversy, according to District Attorney George F. Holden. Holden, who had been familiar with the facts in the case, made a further examination of them, but now has dropped the matter, he said late last week. At the time the request for an investigation was reported, the district attorney declined to comment. "I do not consider it proper to discuss matters that are under investigation of this office," he explained. "But I have now concluded the investigation and can say that nothing has been disclosed to indicate that there was any violation of law by the council, or any intention to violate the law." Buy Now and Buy in Anaheim! Jail Term Ordered for Drunken Driver John W. Sanders of Orange was given a 30-day sentence in Orange county jail Tuesday after pleading guilty before Justice of the Peace Charles Kuchel to a charge of driving while drunk. Sanders also pleaded guilty to a drunk charge and was given a 10-day suspended sentence by Judge Kuchel on that charge. Thanks The Board of Directors, the management, and the affiliated growers appreciate very much the fine spirit of cooperation the citizens of Anaheim and vicinity accorded us on the occasion of our first anniversary celebration. We assure you that we will do everything The Board of Directors, the management, and the affiliated growers appreciate very much the fine spirit of cooperation the citizens of Anaheim and vicinity accorded us on the occasion of our first anniversary celebration. We assure you that we will do everything possible to prove worthy of the fine tribute paid to us by you last Saturday. With such cooperation we believe that Cal-Juices will accomplish its purpose. Thank You! CAL-JUICES, INC. Anaheim, California Bicycles Creating Traffic Problems Increasing use of bicycles is creating a serious traffic problem, according to the public safety department of the Automobile Lab of Southern California. Many parents instruct their children to ride on the left hand side of the highway, which is exactly where they don't belong. Others forbid them to ride in the street, telling them that they must use the sidewalk, and that is prohibited by finance in most cities, for obvious reasons. The California vehicle code, div. e., sec. 452, reads: "Every person riding a bicycle . . . upon highway is subject to the provisions of this division applicable to the driver of a vehicle, except those which by their very nature have no application." This makes it clear that bicycle riders must follow the same rules as drivers of automobiles. Some families provide one bike for transporting more than one child. Riding double on a single-seated bicycle is a violation of the law, and in addition these parents encourage an act that may rob them of their most priceless possessions, the lives of their children. Before buying a bicycle it should be carefully considered whether the child is old enough to handle it in traffic. Full and accurate instructions as to state laws and local ordinances should be given. S. P. Headquarters Moved to Bay City Appointment of four western men as directors and members of the executive committee of the Southern Pacific company and transfer of headquarters of the board of directors and executive committee from New York to San Francisco has just been announced by A. D. McDonald, president. 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