oc-plain-dealer 1923-02-08

THE COUNTY COUNTY PLAIN DEALER an Independent Newspaper, Issued Every Afternoon Except Sunday R. W. ERNEST, Manager PAUL V. HESTER, Editor Not to read good literature is to let one's mind starve. Sometimes matrimonial bliss is like the "bliss" in blister. He does not so well as he should who does less than his best. The rule of love is much stronger and more secure than the rule of fear. Some men could not go through the nearly gates of heaven without coveting the pearls. The road should be made hard and slippery and dangerous for the criminal in California. Many a small boy feels that heaven must be a place where a boy can have all the pie and ice cream he wants. Cutting down the state budget involves cutting off waste. The budget should come down and waste and extravagance should go out. There is a negative, as well as positive, dishonesty. One may be dishonest often times merely by keeping silent, when it is one's moral duty to speak up and tell the whole truth. The means that Governor Richardson is taking to reduce the state budget is as disagreeable to some of those affected by retrenchment as thought they were reducing on an acid diet. The greatest reward one gets out of life is to feel that one has done one's best. There is more real satisfaction in this than there is in morely acquiring much money. Possession of riches does not, in and of itself, bring pleasure. More often it brings trouble and bitter disappointment. President Obregon is doing a good turn by the United States in sending this country's criminals back across the line, when they are found below the Rio Grande. If criminals in this country could find safe asylum in AID IN RIDDING STATE OF CRIMINALS The public should support earnestly the movement, emanating from Los Angeles, to suppress outbreaking criminals in this state and to drive out desperate criminals. There are many ways in which the public san and should co-operate. This is a shameful thing. No doubt many a crime results from this very thing—from the hope that the would-be criminal has that he or she would have the sympathy of the public. Stop sneering at the police and the constituted authorities. This oftentimes is done thoughtlessly. But the effect is bad. It leads many to lose respect for the law and its guardians and to be hostile to the very forces upon which law and order depend. Help enforce the law by standing staunchly, at all times, with the constituted authorities and against crime and criminals. Give the criminal element to understand that every law-abiding citizen in this state is against criminality. Say and do everything possible to discourage crime and to thwart the criminal in his nefarious operations. FUNDING BRITISH DEBT GOOD BUSINESS Despite criticism and oppositions from some quarters, the wisdom of the arrangement proposed by the United States government and accepted in principle by the British government, for funding the war debt due from Great Britain to the United States, is recognized by the open-minded and unprejudiced. It provides for the full payment of this huge suf, principal and interest, with in a reasonable period. It is suggested that the funds thus received be used by the government at Washington in paying a bonus to soldiers of the World War. Definite proposals to this end will be before Congress. This may afford the means to meet the bonus without having to impose additional taxes upon the people. The greatest reward one gets out of life is to feel that one has done one's best. There is more real salts in this than there is in morely acquiring much money. Possession of riches does not, in and of itself, bring pleasure. More often it brings trouble and bitter disappointment. President Obregon is doing a good turn by the United States in sending this country's criminals back across the line, when they are found below the Rio Grande. If criminals in this country could find safe asylum in Mexico, there would be many more crimes than there are—and there are too many as it is, heaven knows! Providence performs miracles on a gigantic scale here in California at this season every year. The refreshing rains and snow in the highlands come, and the brown hills and mountain sides are converted into the loveliest emerald carpeting and the flowers corne forth as though resurrected from the grave, and adorn the landscape with beauty inexpressible. Need one look farthur than this for miracles? Dealing with criminality in this country is a mighty issue, with many ramifications. Government and society must look to the very origin of the people. Children must be born in such conditions and circumstances as not to be predisposed to crime. Their early training and environment must be clean and wholesome. Boys and girls must be kept from conditions which are veritable schools of vice and crime. This country, in other words, must not breed an element of ready-made criminals. COMMENTS OF THE PRESS WHAT EDITORS ARE SAYING MATCHES AND PENCILS—PREY! (Omaha World-Herald) Why is it, if true, which we are persuaded is the case, that the honest citizen of the United States almost invariably looks upon a lead pencil or a box of matches as legitimate prey? The old gag about the umbrella is played out completely. In the first place, most folks only carry umbrellas when the skies are simply upside down, the modern water-proofed coats having replaced the "rainsticks" to a large extent. Umbrellas are pretty safe anywhere in any company. But a box of matches or a nicely sharpened lead pencil! Boy-page Jose James! Attend a session of bridge, for instance. Unless you have a mighty unusual host you will leave without a pencil, pen or match. Further, if the host simply strews the tables with pencils and weights them down with matches until they grow bandy-legged—no matter—all will be gone when the party is over. The thoughtful player will carefully pick out a couple of good pencils and a box or two of "firesticks" before the first hand is dealt, cache 'em, and then remain happy. "Lemme take your pencil a minute, please!" That's the general rush order that means farewell pencil, unless you stand right there on the ground with an open heart and palm, until he is finished. Why is it? Home~the Haven of Refuge. Home ~ the Haven of Refuge. Home Owning is the Surest Refuge for a Man when threatened by Sickness, Adversity or Old Age To those who contemplate building or remodeling, we offer our wide experience and expert advice in planning the structure or in choosing the materials needed. We have a wonderfully complete Photographic Plan Service which shows hundreds of desirable homes, at practically any cost you are prepared to meet. These homes are all modern, attractive, and so varied as to anticipate the wants or ideas of the most exacting. Before buying or building, let us give you valuable information and show you how you can save money and gain in convenience and beauty of design. GIBBS LUMBER 801 East Broadway ANAHEIM Telephone 801 TOWN IN REVIEW Gov. Richardson believes it'll cost $78,974,628 to run the state the next two years. We believe so, too. Flock of huge turtles has appeared at La Jolla for the first time in years, attracted here, probably, by reports that numerous automobiles have recently turned turtle. A San Diego Chinaman tried to kill a policeman, but his automatic jammed. When it comes to trying to kill a policeman, the best firearm is none too good. Call Up the Morrue Missing—Has anyone seen Petro Pulldizer? The last heard of him he was staggering towards Lewis crossing Saturday night at 5:52 o'clock, and was going in the direction of one of the Aberdeen stills.—Havre de Grace (Md.) Democrat. Jack Dempsey is now writing for the papers, speaking on the stage and appearing in the movies. Versatile chap, that. He's also a shipbuilder, you know. Rachmaninoff has been in So. Cal. and Paderewski is coming. There is a great difference between these two famous pianists. Paderewski has the most hair. This country has prohibition officials who watch bootleggers, and now sleuths have been assigned to watch the prohibition agents. Next—men to watch the men who watch the bootleggers. Title for New Song: "If the Jury Won't Believe You, Maybe Uncle Warren Will." Throw yourself away, and you never like where you land. A $600,000 hotel is planned for Los Angeles, but we can't say if this is the cost or the rate. Those Tunes, Sung at the Same Time, Would Drive Any Crowd Wild Dispatch: "There was furious rioting when the crowd in the Koenigsalle began to sing, 'Deutschland Uber Alles' and 'Die Wacht am Rhine.'" Headline: "Heavy Frost Hits New York." Jess Willard, as I live! Chances Golfers, your chance of doing a hole in one stroke is 1 in 90,000, according to Alexander Herd, golfer. He should know, having just "made a hole in one" for the seventeenth time. A professor of mathematics some years ago estimated the odds at 100,000 to 1. So the average player game must be improving. The thing really worth while in golf is the physical exercise, not the score. The score is the incentive without which few would try to go the exercise. But it must discourage the average golfer to know that he has more chances of becoming a millionaire in America than making a hole in one stroke. PARAGRAPHS (By Robert Quillen) There are no statues of men who felt sorry for themselves. Much that passes for philosophy is no more than a good digestion. Wisdom is merely the recitation that follows contemplation of receipted bills. A woman's declining years come before the age of 30. After that she is glad to accept. Making Germany knuckle down was a small job compared with making her dig up. An educated man is one who can name the Cabinet members and give a reasonable explanation. Oddly enough, nearly all the men who borrow fountain pens think the art of writing consists in putting weight behind it. There's always a darker side. Jackie Coogan's parents can't use him as an income tax exemption. The choke helps to start the car. If only the thing had an appliance to choke the driver and stop it. It might be worse. Suppose there were cooties to afflict us while paying for the war. A pipe is really cheaper, and is much to be preferred if you don't mind solitude. The meek shall inherit the earth. But there won't be much fun in a world peopleled exclusively by henpecked husbands. Every normal youngster passes through an age when it seems that the crass old world can't understand. A woman accustomed to street car manners must be surprised when she gets to the legislature and finds no straps provided for women. Most words are reasonable. "Tintinabulation" would remind you of a Ford even if it didn't mean a jingling sound. Europe couldn't hold Uncle Sam more tritely accountable for everything if he were a thyroid gland. Europe never knows which part of it will get the major portion of America's moral support tomorrow. The difference between "precious score." The score is the incentive without which few would try to go the exercise. But it must discourage the average golfer to know that he has more chances of becoming a millionaire in America than making a hole in one stroke. BUILDING FOR WITH Better Furniture The one outstanding feature of our business is the degree of service we can render you. Right now, we think we are serving as you would expect. Realizing that your present and future happiness centers around home atmosphere, it remains our desire to assist you in building for Davenports We have an odd number of highly desirable davenports. Full length with deep, roomy seats. One shown above has woven cane panel backs and side panels. Cushions are removable, and covered in silk mohair. Genuine Red Cedar Chests Two-Piece Oversuffed Set Europe couldn't hold Uncle Sam more tritly accountable for everything if he were a thyroid gland. Europe never knows which part of it will get the major portion of America's moral support tomorrow. The difference between "precious little thing" and "darned brat" is that you use "darned brat" when its mother isn't present. Europes troubles might be worse. She doesn't have to listen to an endless string of American lecturers. (Protected by Associated Editors) Some legislators at Sacramento are more inclined to use the sprinkler instead of pruning shears, on state appropriations. The need is not nurture the growth of state expenses, but to prune them down. Phone 749 D. F. MURPHY Practical Plumber and Gasfitter Repairing a Specialty 250 N. Los Angeles St. Anaheim with Geo. Poirier Garage Floors Laid, Scraped and Finished Machine Sanders Local Mgr. R. J. Ohlund 610 E. Chartres Anaheim Phone 776-W PACIFIC SALVAGE & WRECKAGE CO. BUYS ALL KINDS OF JUNK AND AUTOS Phone 778-W And we will call Pacific Salvage and Wrecking Co. "Watch Us Grow" A newly created line of cedar chests, recently purchased is just arrived and we hasten to advise you of their utility. Safety from dust and moisture—that is the work of these cedar chests. They're striking in appearance. A range of sizes, styles and finishes to choose from. COSTUMER GOLDEN OAK Of most practical use in the small reception hall or room. The one offered is made of select oak stock, is staunch and rigid. Is equipped with four oxidized metal double grip grasps. These costumers are now specially prized, and represent dandy values. THURSDAY, FEBRUARY, 8, 1923 Subscription Rate—In No. Orange-co. Per Yr. $3; Six Months $15; Entered at the Postoffice at Anaheim, Calif., as second class matr. VIEW PANTOMIME by J. H. Striebel WISE AND WITTY We cannot hide burned food with elegant table service; the contrast is unpalatable. Any man with grit and sand can build his own character. To accept a principle at its face value, one must prove its merit. It is a wise man who puts his thoughts into execution before thinking otherwise. They still wear petticoats, says a man who runs a skating rink. Some men are so lazy they'd sit on a barbed wire fence, says Josh Wise. G FOR THE FUTURE of our business is tender you. Right as you would expresent and future atmosphere, it reu in building for present and future contentment with better furniniture and homefurnishings. Wise and economical purchase in homefurnishings demand nothing but those of a known high quality. It is worthy to note that this is the only grade we have to offer you. Davenports Two-Piece Oversuffed Set Bow Bed Chifforette Full Vanity Dressing Table A bedroom suite of three pieces, made of combination mahogany, represents a value that is worthy of your inspection. Comes in the Queen Anne style—durable and rigid construction throughout. The pieces are individually priced above, this allows for any combined selection you might wish to make. VANITY DRESSING TABLE Full Vanity Dressing Table A bedroom suite of three pieces, made of combination mahogany, represents a value that is worthy of your inspection. Comes in the Queen Anne style—durable and rigid construction throughout. The pieces are individually priced above, this allows for any combined selection you might wish to make. VANITY DRESSING TABLE Made in straight line style. One center and two smaller drawers. Has a stationary center mirror and side swinging mirror units. Construction is all that can be desired. Finishes in walnut and imitation mahogany. MANY ODD CHIFFORETTES Ask About Our Easy Payment Plan STROUP---BARNES FURNITURE CO. ANAHEIM New Location 221-223 E. CENTER STREET Opposite New City Hall Of a very fine quality and to be had in several pleasing styles. They're made with two or four drawers, and inner sliding trays. Case top and post fronts are veneered. The chifforette pictured makes an excellent extra piece for any bedroom; finished in walnut also mahogany.