anaheim-gazette 1950-04-06

IN THE DAYS OF LONG AGO By MRS. HENRY KUCHEL 75 Years Ago April 17, 1875 The Board of Supervisors at their last meeting opened bids for the construction of the Santa Ana river bridge. H. J. Stevenson and company proposed to build the bridge according to specifications for $17,400, John Baldwin for $14,-950, gold coin, or $17,400 in bonds of Los Angeles county. The California Bridge and Building company want $17,350 in bonds, Arthur Brown wants $14,500 in bonds. D. B. Jennings will build it for $11,900 in gold or $13,000 in bonds. The contract will be awarded at the next meeting of the board. and Clementine streets. The purchaser will at once commence building a store. Dr. Burnett has located in Santa Ana. 50 Years Ago April 19, 1900 After the city election the singing section of the Turnverein serenaded Marshal-elect Steadman at his residence on Broadway, so Mr. Steadman, to get even, appeared on Tuesday evening at Turner hall while the singing section was at practice, with a load of refreshments. the construction of the Santa Ana river bridge. H. J. Stevenson and company proposed to build the bridge according to specifications for $17,400, John Baldwin for $14,-950, gold coin, or $17,400 in bonds of Los Angeles county. The California Bridge and Building company want $17,350 in bonds, Arthur Brown wants $14,500 in bonds. D. B. Jennings will build it for $11,900 in gold or $13,000 in bonds. The contract will be awarded at the next meeting of the board which will be on May 3. The IOOF of Anaheim and Orange will hold a public meeting at the hall in Anaheim on the morning of the twenty-sixth instant, to which everyone is invited. In the afternoon a picnic will be held on the Strobel grounds and in the evening a ball at Enterprise hall will wind up the festivities. Robert Strong, superintendent of the Westminster colony, informs us that 100 families in Arkansas desire to settle on lands adjacent to the colony. Mr. Strong is confident that during the months of May and June there will be a vast incoming of population. Bishop Mora on his recent visit to Anaheim, presented to members of the Catholic church a beautifully bound edition of the Bible, in five volumes, to be put up at raffle and the proceeds to be applied to the building of the new Catholic church. About 40 persons were at Fairview schoolhouse on last Sunday to take steps to reorganize the Sunday school. The following officers were elected to serve for the ensuing term: Edward Evey, superintendent; James Boswell, secretary and librarian; Miss M. Austin, chorister and organist. Classes were then organized and teachers elected as follows: Miss Austin, Mrs. Givin, Mrs. Reeder, and Edward Evey. I. W. Hellman of the Farmers and Merchants bank in Los Angeles has purchased a half interest in the Chino rancho, paying therefor $150,00. The entire rancho contains about 35,000 acres. F. A. Koll has been passing a few days in town. We understand that the state of his health is such that he has abandoned the idea of starting a lumber yard. Dr. Hayward of Orange informs us that not a single vine on his farm was injured by the frost. This he attributes to the fact that, as Dr. Burnett has located in Santa Ana. 50 Years Ago April 19, 1900 After the city election the singing section of the Turnverein serenaded Marshal-elect Steadman at his residence on Broadway, so Mr. Steadman, to get even, appeared on Tuesday evening at Turner hall while the singing section was at practice, with a load of refreshments to the great surprise of all. There was a liberal quantity of San Diego Primo to wash it down and the edibles were made to disappear in the usual artistic fashion. The evening was very pleasantly spent and the marshal was pledged in bumpers of the beverage which cheers but does not inebriate—if you don't get too much of it. The singers sang into a phonograph under the leadership of Prof. Thomas, the song being immediately reproduced by the machine amid shouts of laughter. Captain Schumacher, William Freise and supervisors sang solos into the machine which were reproduced perfectly. The Savings, Loan and Building Association at its regular monthly meeting last week, elected the following 11 members to serve during the ensuing year: Herman Dickel, Richard Melrose, H. A. McWilliams, F. A. Backs, Jr., Joseph Backs, H. Cohen, N. F. Steadman, E. B. Merritt, Charles Boege, and Ed Zeus, H. A. McWilliams was elected president and Fred Backs, Jr., secretary. A new series of stock will be opened in May. Joseph Helmsen has received a letter from A. H. Patterson, formerly a resident here, but now of Sarina, Ontario, saying that while at the ferry dock recently he had seen some Anaheim oranges coming off the ferry boat. He adds that they came in fine condition. Patterson says that last year was a hard one for the Canadian farmers, and this year the war in South Africa has taken many young men to the front. He states that he contemplates returning to Anaheim next fall. Will Julian was elected city clerk of Long Beach at the recent election there. Will was formerly a resident of Anaheim, where he has many friends who will be glad to note his success. Joseph Hatfield has returned from Fresno, where he visited his wife's relatives. He reports the country looking fine having bad F. A. Koll has been passing a few days in town. We understand that the state of his health is such that he has abandoned the idea of starting a lumber yard. Dr. Hayward of Orange informs us that not a single vine on his farm was injured by the frost. This he attributes to the fact that, as he never irrigates, the soil has sufficient warmth to resist the frost. Max Nebelung of the Anaheim hotel had a slight unpleasantness on Wednesday afternoon, the result of one of his employees getting outside of too much fighting fluid. Judge Clark has the fellow's pop gun and all is quiet again. N. H. Mitchell begs leave to inform the public that he has discontinued running his stage to Wilmington for the present. Bishop Mora has purchased 300,000 brick to be used in the completion of the Catholic Cathedral in Los Angeles. Mendelson, the fashionable tailor, has increased his stock and decreased his prices. He now makes Cassimere pants for $8 and a suit of the same material for $25 and upwards. Otto Evers, a bailie, at his new boarding house near the depot, on Wednesday evening. It is reported to have been a very enjoyable affair. The Messrs. Plato will in a few days begin fitting up their general merchandise store in the Gazette building. John Westphal has sold 20 feet of his lot on the corner of Center to the front. He states that he contemplates returning to Anaheim next fall. Will Julian was elected city clerk of Long Beach at the recent election there. Will was formerly a resident of Anaheim, where he has many friends who will be glad to note his success. Joseph Hatfield has returned from Fresno, where he visited his wife's relatives. He reports the country looking fine, having had lots of rain. He went out into the mountains where Evans and Son-tag held forth and saw where several of the bandit's victims were killed. Charley Bell was in town on Saturday from Los Angeles, gauging spirits at Otto Rust's winery. Charley notes evidences of considerable improvement in Anaheim and surrounding country and considers this section one of the liveliest and most prosperous in southern California. The central telephone station has been moved to the front part of Derge's drug store from the rear thereof. A new switch board has been put in and various other improvements installed which will be appreciated by the patrons of the company. George Dunn came over from Redlands the first of the week on a short business mission. George reports business brisk at Redlands. He purchased a quantity of hay while here. James Gardiner has been appointed constable for the Fullerton precinct, vice A. A. Pendergast resigned. The latter has moved to the oil fields, where he has secured employment. Otto Rust has installed a new pump at his winery on Palm Dedicate New Wing at St. Catherine’s Sunday Archbishop J. Francis A. McIntyre officiated at the cation and blessing of the new $143,000 wing of St. Catherine’s Military School, Sunday afternoon before nearly 25 Years Ago April 16, 1925 Remors are again afloat to the sea that the Pacific Electric is being preparations to connectheim with its spider web of radiating from Los Angeles. It is the only city of importance on 50 miles of the big city that it served by the P.E. The outskirts of the war put an end to road building when the line needed Fullerton and the report is that the company intends bringing their cars into this city the old Los Alamitos branch many years ago, from Anaheim to the sugar factory. But they are rumors only. The membership of the Ameri-Legion post is now more than Twelve new members were saved into the Post at their meeting on Tuesday evening last. The city jail is being overhauled remodeled in accordance with recommendations of the grand major Neill E. Bailey and wife daughter arrived in New York Monday on the steamship Island, after two years spent in Philippines in the United States army. They returned by India and Palestine, spending more than three months touring. Manager Stern of the California Valencia Orange show is greatly concerned these days because it is apparent that many applicants for space and concessions in the mammoth tents will, of necessity, be turned down. All but 31 of the 143 spaces in the industrial tent have been sold and there are more applicants for the remaining spaces than can be accommodated. Many people are going to be disappointed. There are spaces in the citrus tent for thirteen feature displays, and they will all be taken. Indications are that this will be the biggest affair of its kind ever staged. May 30 has been spoken for by the Sciots of California, and on the 25th stars of radioland are to appear in person, through courtsey of “Uncle John” of KHJ for the benefit of those who have heard them sing and talk over the radio, but have never glimpsed their faces. August M. Smith Claimed by Death Augusta Minnie Smith of 12282 Vermont street, this city, passed away early last Tuesday morning at the Orange Sanitarium following a brief illness. Born in Minnesota 74 years ago, she came to Anaheim more than 37 years ago. The deceased was a member of White Temple Methodist church and the Anaheim Garden Club. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Lou Preston of Salinas and Mrs. Florence Hunton of Culver City; two sons, Vern T. Smith of Anaheim and Melvin J. Smith of Watsonville; two brothers, Arthur and William Streech, both of Orange; two sisters, Mrs. Leone Whitmore of Long Beach and Mrs. Emma Steinkamp of Sacramento; five sisters and two brothers in the east; three grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Special Easter Service at St. Michael’s Church Sunrise Holy Communion at 6 Kimball Saville, the best story of Easter. Songs signify the season will be sung by church choir during the service. The Mite Box offering presented at this service will cross will be filled with flowers most impressive Easter rite. The Choral Eucharist at will have special music choir and congregation and sage from the pastor. The office of the Episcopal church observed at this service, signifying the Holy Easter season. Mrs. Robert Hardin will soloist for the offertory hynd Know That My Redeemer I. Organists for the service be Miss Hazel Erickson and Thomas Fisher. The senior director is Mrs. Juanita R. the director of the junior Mrs. Robert Hardin. Lay is Terry Kilduff. Choir are Mrs. Frank Garrett, Zitzmann, Mrs. Anthony Mrs. Earl Waltz and Mrs. Miller. The senior Acolyte Coman Darnall, Don Garrett Conklin, Roch Conklin, Arnold, Charles Chamberlain Jerry Nielsen. Holy Saturday at 3:30 p.m., traditional baptism service held. Arrangements can be by calling the Rector. Good Friday a Major Neill E. Bailey and wife daughter arrived in New York Monday on the steamship. Ireland, after two years spent in Philippines in the United States army. They returned by of India and Palestine, spend more than three months touring these countries. After short visits in Vienna, Berlin and other cities of Europe they reachedburg, where Mrs. Bailey was ill with appendicitis, necessating an operation. She recover quickly and is now rapidly nursing her health. The Major acts to be in Anaheim shortly a brief visit to relatives and the Anaheim Garden Club. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Lou Preston of Salinas and Mrs. Florence Hunton of Culver City; two sons, Vern T. Smith of Anaheim and Melvin J. Smith of Watsonville; two brothers, Arthur and William Streech, both of Orange; two sisters, Mrs. Leone Whitmore of Long Beach and Mrs. Emma Steinkamp of Sacramento; five sisters and two brothers in the east; three grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted tomorrow (Friday) morning at 9 o'clock from the chapel of Hilgenfeld mortuary with the Rev. William H. Blough, pastor of Grace Lutheran church of Culver City officiating. Interment will be in Fairhaven cemetery. Trade in Anaheim and save. Special Easter Service at St. Michael’s Church Sunrise Holy Communion at 6 a.m. will begin the observance of Easter Sunday at St. Michael's Episcopal church with Holy Communion at 8 a.m. and the family festal choral service at 9:30 that morning and the Choral Eucharist and sermon at 11 a.m. The Family Festal Carol service will have a special Easter message by the pastor, the Rev. John Good Friday at St. Michael’s Special services for Good Day are being held at St. Michael's Episcopal church be at 12 noon and lasting until the introductory service held at noon will open the tual celebration of this gro Good news gets around. 43% of all M.J.B users first tried it because friends and neighbors recommended it. If you want to be famous, be famous for good coffee. And here's a tip for success. 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Judas Iscariot, taken from St. Matthew 27:3-5, "Then Judas when he saw that he was condemned repented . . . and went and hanged himself," followed as the fourth part of the sacred service. The story of Pilate was the fifth part and was taken from St. Luke 23:22, "And he said unto them the third time, Why, what evil hath he done?" Last scene of the Good Friday service is Simon of Cyrene taken from St. Luke 23:26, "On Him they laid the cross, that he might bear it after Jesus." Special music included throughout the three hour service included "Go to Dark Gethsemane;" "I Know not Where the Road Will Lead;" "Were You There When They Crucified My Lord?"; "Lead Us, O Father, in the Paths of Peace" and "In Christ There Is No East or West." Elmer E. Clabaugh Dies Suddenly Elmer E. Clabaugh, 45 years of age, passed away suddenly Sunday The Wing at Holy Sunday Intyre officiated at the dedication of 143,000 wing of St. Cathereremonia before nearly 1,000 years. Following a military review of Major Charles Schmitt Bomball Saville, the beautiful story of Easter. Songs significant to the season will be sung by the church choir during the service. The Mite Box offering will be presented at this service and the loss will be filled with flowers, a most impressive Easter rite. The Choral Eucharist at 11 a.m. will have special music by the choir and congregation and a message from the pastor. The ritual of the Episcopal church will be observed at this service, significant to the Holy Easter season. Mrs. Robert Hardin will be the loist for the offertory hymn, "I know That My Redeemer Liveth." Organists for the services will be Miss Hazel Erickson and Mrs. Thomas Fisher. The senior choir director is Mrs. Juanita Ross and the director of the junior choir is Mrs. Robert Hardin. Lay reader Terry Kilduff. Choir mothers are Mrs. Frank Garrett, Mrs. E. Hitzmann, Mrs. Anthony Zava, Mrs. Earl Waltz and Mrs. Marvin Miller. The senior Acolytes are Roman Darnall, Don Garrett, Jack Conklin, Roch Conklin, Richard Arnold, Charles Chambers anderry Nielsen. Holy Saturday at 3:30 p.m., the traditional baptism service will be held. Arrangements can be made by calling the Rector. Good Friday at Amazing! He Baked a Perfect Cake Couldn't be Easier! ADD ONLY WATER TO CINCH CAKE MIX Cinch Cake Mix contains everything...all the highest quality ingredients needed for your lightest, most delicious golden cake. Next time bake Cinch...the complete cake mix. 4 Delicious Flavors! WHITE SPICE GOLDEN DEVIL'S FUDGE EACH FLAVOR FULLY PREPARED 1950 "MILLIONS OF CAKES WITH NO MISTAKES"