anaheim-gazette 1939-10-26

White Temple is Growing Church Methodist Denomination Has Long History in Anaheim; Rev. Swenerton Pastor The White Temple Methodist church, this year celebrated the fifteenth anniversary of the completion of its first building, had its real beginning two years earlier, although Methodism had been brought to the young community of Anaheim as early as 1875 by Rev. J. M. Campbell and Rev. Cowan, moth "Circuit Riders." It was on September 10, 1887, that the Rev. D. O. Chamberlayne held the first service of his pastorate in what is now the "Roberts Apartments" on the corner of Lemon and Center streets. Rev. Chamberlayne bent at once to the task of church construction. The lot was obtained on South Philadelphia street, near Center street, and with his own hands, using the planing mill given by T. S. Grimshaw, and aided by a number of men who came to his assistance, the pastor erected a spired and steepled church 26 feet wide and 52 feet long, with a 65-foot steeple. It was not until 1889 that the edifice was completed. The first money given towards the enterprise was donated by Sheldon Littlefield, who was later postmaster of Anaheim and whose daughter, Mrs. Eva Boyd, still lives on South Olive street. The pastor's Invalid wife, Mrs. D. O. Chamberlayne, sold her much-prized piano in order to purchase a bell for the tower. The building's interior was The above photograph shows the first Methodist church to be constructed in Anaheim. It was built on South Philadelphia street, near Center street, and was constructed during the pastorage of Rev. D. O. Chamberlayne. The pastor did much of the work himself, using a planing mill given by T. S. Grimshaw. The church is this week celebrating its Golden Jubilee. Railway to Pomona Started, but Failed A group of public spirited residents of Anaheim, including the late Sheldon Littlefield, more than 50 years ago conceived the Tilting Wagon Boat to Sugar Industry When sugar beet raising was its height here many carload beets were shipped by rail to hard. Wagon loads of beets were driven upon a platform all side of an open boxcar and beets were shovelled into the by hand. The late Timothy Carroll vented a contrivance that pertened an entire wagon load of to be dumped at once. The w beds were constructed to allow side to be tilted from a r The first money given towards the enterprise was donated by Sheldon Littlefield, who was later postmaster of Anaheim and whose daughter, Mrs. Eva Boyd, still lives on South Olive street. The pastor's invalid wife, Mrs. D. O. Chamberlayne, sold her much-prized piano in order to purchase a bell for the tower. The building's interior was furnished with chairs and benches varying in size, color and comfort for the congregation. During the pastorate of Rev. George Haffen extensive improvements were made. An addition 16 by 24 feet was built, then another extension of 12-by-12 feet. New furnishings were provided for the interior in modern style and appointment, with oak-finished pews, electric lights and other luxuries. On June 10, 1908, John L. Pitner, presiding elder of San Diego district, rededicated the re-constructed church. There was no home for the pastor until the parsonage cottage was built, under the leadership and pastorate of Rev. Bede A. Johnson. It stood beside the little white church. The Woman’s Home Missionary society was organized in 1903 with Mrs. M.L. Scribner president. Two young people who are products of this church are serving as missionaires—Coe R. Wellman and Marguerite Twinem. The Ladies’ Aid society, long unorganized and unofficered, was ever alert and ready for every emergency. They cleaned windows and floors of the church and parsonage, gave dinners, held bazaars, and always brought up the annual deficit. The Epworth League was a 20th century organization. It is an agency for the spiritual life of the youth of the church. The “Wellman High” League, so named in honor of Missionaires Coe and Esther Wellman, is composed of high school boys and girls. The junior church has been a power of life and character development of youth; between the ages of seven and 14. It was organized in 1926 under the direction of Mrs. E.A.Gollins. The church school has been a great organized power from the beginning. Superintendents of the church school have been M.L. Scribner, P.H.Kriek, F.P.Jayne, George M.Tedrick, who served 17 years, P.W.Mathis, serving 12 years, and the present superintendent. Railway to Pomona Started, but Failed A group of public spirited residents of Anaheim, including the late Sheldon Littlefield, more than 50 years ago conceived the idea of extending the Anaheim street car service over to Pomona. The roadbed was graded north on East street and rails were laid. But things changed in the late 80’s and the project was abandoned. You’ll Enjoy the Meals and Refresh at the Oyster Loft Anaheim’s Oldest and Largest Church The junior church has been a power of life and character development of youth between the ages of seven and 14. It was organized in 1926 under the direction of Mrs. E. A. Collins. The church school has been a great organized power from the beginning. Superintendents of the church school have been M. L. Scribner, P. H. Kriek, F. P. Jayne, George M. Tedrick, who served 17 years, P. W. Mathis, serving 12 years, and the present superintendent, L. P. Nichols. The present "White Temple" was the dream of Rev. Harry W. White, but was the achievement of his successor, Rev. J. F. Humphrey. During his pastorate the parsonage at 506 E. Center street was purchased and paid for. The present church structure was dedicated April 11, 1920, by Bishop A. W. Leonard and represents an expenditure of $90,000. The bungalow cottage, purchased by the church, adjoins the property on the east, and is used by the high school department of the church school. The latest building project was dedicated in September, 1930, and is located north of the main building. The exterior finish corresponds to the architecture of the church. It is 26 feet by 54 feet and represents an expenditure of $2,000 for building material. The labor was donated by the Men's Bible class and is used by that class under the leadership of M. A. Gauer. As far as is known, only one charter member of the church still lives—Mrs. G. W. Bailey, mother of Mrs. Henry Kuchel, Mrs. Bailey, now 89 years old, makes her home in Arizona, but spends her summers with her daughter in Anaheim. The present pastor, Rev. R. Kells Swenerton, is entering upon his fourth year at White Temple Methodist church. We serve a tempting Lunch for 40c Sandwiches Short Orders Dinners 55c - 65c $1.00 Booths for Parties TRY OUR DELICIOUS Specializing in Sea Fishing Visit Our Cocktail Lounge OYSTER BILL 174 W. CENTER Southern California Edison Company Plays Big Role in County’s Advance Parallel and contributing to the continuous progress of Orange county, the Southern California Edison company consistently has furnished one of the basic essentials for county’s development, according to R. E. Bacon, Edison company division manager. “An adequate supply of low-cost electricity is one of the greatest encouragement civic advancement,” Bacon said. “Its availability means acceleration of business, nature and industry, and widespread enjoyment of the pleasures brought by extensive electricity in the home. These advantages have played an important part in the development of Orange county.” “Expansion of Edison service facilities has corresponded to the growth of this area. As country fields were placed under cultivation, as vacant lots became store sites, as open spaces developed into residential sections, electric lines were extended to serve every customer. In reality, the history of the Edison company is a history of the area which it serves. “The abundant supply of low-cost electricity provided by the Edison company plays an important part in southern California's leadership in use of electricity per person. Edison customers receive electricity from three major sources which are inter-connected to assure unfailing service. On the slope of the Sierra Nevada mountains in Fresno county are located the Big Creek-San Joaquin river hydro-electric plants, where electricity is manufactured by using the force of falling water. In Long Beach is the large Edison steam plant, where steam is used in generating electricity. At Boulder dam, Edison generating units use the stored waters of the Colorado river to produce more electricity. "Orange county is receiving a large share of Boulder-generated energy." to the Edison company's new Barre sub-station near Stanton. The new transmission line and the sub-station near Stanton. The new transmission line and the substation were built at a cost of approximately $2,500,000 and were placed in operation Sept. 15. The Edison company's transmission line from Boulder dam to its receiving station in Chino and improvements made at the Chino station entailed an expenditure of approximately $4,500,000. With Boulder, there now are 24 Edison hydro-electric plants, with a total generating capacity of 880,585 horsepower. The company’s steam-electric generating capacity is 588,807 horsepower. "Colorful romance has attended the development of the company. From a humble ing in a small building, the son company has grown to organization whose service embraces most of southern central California. Between the present and past was a period of hard inspired by vision; of real solving itself from the fram of dreams. Great dams were creating huge lake-reservoir-electric plants were ested in steep mountain canyons immense steam-electric platoilers as high as five-storyings, was erected at the Pacific. Transmission were brought through virgins, across sloping foothills." When sugar beet raising was at height here many carloads of were shipped by rail to Oxland. Wagon loads of beets would driven upon a platform along of an open boxcar and the were shovelled into the cars and. The late Timothy Carroll in- ded a contrivance that permit- an entire wagon load of beets dumped at once. The wagon were constructed to allow one to be tilted from a raised form, the beets being dumped on the lowered side of the wagon. The invention proved to be similar and was used all over the country. Carroll reaped a fortune in the royalties. Refreshments at the Water Loaf Cafe Man's Oldest and Finest Restaurant Lines of Logic to Man— Kitchens are hot— Restaurants are not, Dining is always a pleasure. Distinctly Modernly The Gazette’s printing plant was producing quality printing long before the appearance of the Lino-type (type setting machine) or the fast automatic presses. YET ... Today The Gazette’s Printing Plant has a battery of typesetting machines, automatic printing presses, and all other types of modern labor saving machinery — all manned by expert craftsmen. Lines of Logic to Man— Kitchens are hot— Restaurants are not, Dining is always a pleasure. Relief from the heat In a cool place to eat— Is enjoyable quite beyond measure. Why bother a lot With the pans and the pot Constantly cooking and cleaning? Thinking of Dishes— And family's wishes— Certainly life has more meaning! Come up and away! Dine out today— Patronize the OYSTER LOAF CAFE. Release the good wife From one burden of life, We'll wager you'll find that it pays. OUR FOODS STEAKS Zing in Sea Foods and Dinners OYSTER LOAF CAFE BILL AND INA GATHAS 174 W. CENTER St. ANAHEIM Company City's Advance of Orange county, the Southof the basic essentials for the any division manager. greatest encouragements to operation of business, agriculbrought by extensive use of important part in the developthe development of the Edison company. From a humble beginning in a small building, the Edinion company has grown to an organization whose service territory embraces most of southern and central California. Between the present and the last was a period of hard work spired by vision; of reality revolving itself from the framework dreams. Great dams were built, creating huge lake-reservoirs. Hyho-electric plants were established in steep mountain canyons. An immense steam-electric plant with boilers as high as five-story buildings, was erected at the edge of the Pacific. Transmission lines were brought through virgin forgets, across sloping foothills and Elks Lodge of Anaheim Founded in 1917; Growth Has Been Fast Anaheim lodge of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, now one of the largest fraternal organizations in the city, was founded on April 17, 1917, by a group of Elks, residents of nor­ ern Orange county and mostly members of the Santa Ana lodge. Approximately 3000 members of the order assembled here for the institution ceremony, which was held in a huge tent and over which officers of the Santa Ana lodge presided. The late Judge Homer G. Ames was installed exalted ruler. Other officers were Herman P. Noll, Thomas L. McFadden, W. W. Davis, J. A. Fay, M. C. Goff, F. A. Backs, jr., and E. N. Gage. Trusees were M. W. Martenet, Wilrolling plains. Regiments of these slim straight towers stride across mountain and valley, their steel hearts tapped to humming power plants, their steel arms upholding the transmission lines which carry a mysterious silent energy whose uses have become a necessary component of modern life." For the first three years meetings were held in clubrooms of the Anaheim Masons. Then, for a year, they met at the Fullerton club in Fullerton. In 1921 the beautiful home on North Los Angeles street was completed and occupied. Anaheim lodge has gained a reputation among Elks lodges as the lodge that does things. Re­ sponsible for this was the old Anaheim Elks baseball team that won state championships for seve­ eral years, the drum and bugle corps that won the state cham­ pionship for three consecutive years and the national champion­ ship in 1936, and the glee club that takes a leading part in all activities. One of its members, L. A. 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