oc-plain-dealer 1923-09-13

EDITORIAL AND FEATURES An Independent Newspaper Issued Every Afternoon Except Sunday Paul V. Hester . . . Editor and Publisher DAILY GREETINGS TO OUR READERS God gives to every man an opportunity, but not every man improves the opportunity that God gives him. Every man's life is a plan of God, in the sense that every man has a plan of God in his behalf set before him for his acceptance or rejection. But it is for every man to accept or reject God's plan as he will, and upon his choice pivots his character and his destiny.—Anonymous. Radium Discovery Is Very Important Amid the distressing news reports from Japan and other parts of the world, it warms one's heart to turn to news of a more helpful, hopeful nature. Comes now report that what is probably the largest deposit of radium in the world has been discovered in Russia and will be made available to the world. Hailed as a "tremendous addition to science and a boon to the masses," this addition to the world's available supply of this rare element promises to make radium common enough to be used in practically every hospital in this country. The curative value of radium has not been determined fully. Experience and experiments are proving its quality in this respect. With greater quantities of it to be had, its use doubtless will become much more common in the treatment of human ailments. While opinion now is divided as to its therapeutic efficacy, more extensive use of it should show definitely and conclusively just what may be hoped for in treating diseases with it. Misfortunes and reverses are great boons in life, making staunchness of character—if one has capacity for being staunch—just as storms and rough seas make good sailors. California's History Is Glorious California, up to 1850—the year of its admission into the Union—had a picturesque, stirring and varied history. The annals of California, the state, are no less interesting and romantic. Coming into the Union in the full flush of the excite- Misfortunes and reverses are great boons in life, making staunchness of character—if one has capacity for being staunch—just as storms and rough seas make good sailors. California’s History Is Glorious California, up to 1850—the year of its admission into the Union—had a picturesque, stirring and varied history. The annals of California, the state, are no less interesting and romantic. Coming into the Union in the full flush of the excitement and intense “boom” produced by the discovery of gold within its borders, California for years was in the eyes of the world chiefly as a gold-producing state. But the wonderful productive possibilities of its soil were not overlooked. In due time agriculture, horticulture and viticulture became established industries of immense proportions. Then the state passed from its flux into a settled status. It began to add rapidly to its permanent population. Cities grew. New towns sprang up. The desert was conquered over wider areas. Commerce blossomed. And the fame of California’s climate, and the lure of its scenery, began to draw tourists from distant places. And so California has grown. And so it has become a settled, highly organized, intensively progressive, thoroughly American community. And this Admission Day finds the state in the very forefront of the prosperous and growing commonwealths of the land, with high standards of life not forgotten or ignored. Many of one’s troubles are self-made. Often times the trouble about which one complains most bitterly is the direct result of one’s own follies and blunders. Sea Disasters; Need of Radio Control Confusion of radio messages, according to naval officials, caused the wrecking, on the rocks above Santa Barbara, of seven destroyers of the United States Army. A score of lives were lost, and the material loss was more than $10,000,000. Wireless messages flying back and forth anent the grounded liner Cuba, whose wreck occurred not far away from the scene of this naval disaster, are said to have bewildered those in command of the destroyers, which were making their way through heavy fog by radio direction. This should lead to legislation rigidly regulating radio and particularly providing for keeping the air open to distress signals. Congress, at the next session, will give regulatory attention to this. Two big marine disasters at almost the same hour and in the same waters, demonstrate tragically that old Neptune still shakes his “dread trident.” Fortunately, the loss of life was small compared to the number of persons exposed to the dangers of the two disasters. Radio assisted greatly in bringing rescue to many. There were many acts of heroism, too, and these glorified the tragic picture. Honesty begets confidence and trust. There is no asset anyone can have that is more precious than to be trusted. Quickened public spirit always is needed in the community. And with the keenness of public spirit should be consistent team work in promotional activities. Honesty begets confidence and trust. There is no asset anyone can have that is more precious than to be trusted. Quickened public spirit always is needed in the community. And with the keenness of public spirit should be consistent team work in promotional activities. FREE ILLUSTRATED LECTURE on "El Pimientillo Tract" FRIDAY, SEPT. 14, 7:30 P.M. 206 W. Center St. MEXICO The Great West Coast State of Nayarit The Hacienda "El Pimientillo," the Home of the Famous Pimientillo Brand of Winter Products of Tomatoes and Canteloupes, amounting to 28,000 acres, is now being subdivided by the Mexican National Dev. Co. A guarantee goes with every acre to be free from rock and gravel, to be rich alluvial soil, depth 9 to 11 feet, to be perfectly level and to furnish sufficient moisture to mature crops the year around. REMEMBER the Pimientillo Brand is grown without irrigation. Testimonials may be obtained from any large commission house in Los Angeles that has handled this brand, such as Rivers Bros., Bryant Produce Co., Leahy & Hanna, Blue Goose Commission Co. Do not delay in investigating this wonderful property, secure the advantage of purchasing on the ground floor. INQUIRE regarding the development plan offered on this property by the Pimientillo Dev. Co., wherein you may have same cultivated on 50-50 basis and benefit 100 per cent on your investment this year. Minimum size tracts 10 acres; six years to pay. This property is served by the S.P. de Mexico R.R. Mexican National Dev. Co. 206 W. CENTER ST. Write or Come in for a Booklet F. SIEGEL, Orange County Representative. URES cept Sunday d Publisher THE ORANGE COUNTY Plain Dealer TH Subscript Entered MOTHER'S VACATION THE SUMMER BOARDERS HAVE LEFT, THE CHILDREN ALL GONE BACK TO SCHOOL AND FATHER'S AT THE COUNTY FAIR PARAGRAPHS By ROBERT QUILLEN Hootch won't really figure in the campaign except as it appears inside the orators. There's no need to worry about Daughter if she isn't too dignified to sit on Dad's lap. A war isn't ended until a new crop of customers grows up to replace those killed off. Silence is golden, but frequently the rewards go to those who have brass enough to speak up. A liberator is made great by his followers; a dictator by possession of the whip handle. The only man we ever knew who had a meek and humble nature was insufferably proud of it. "The song struck me all at once," says a writer of popular melodies. But, unfortunately, it didn't strike him hard enough. A diplomat is one who watches the game so closely that he forgets about those who pay the score. Americans who have tried the English channel find it easier to negotiate than the English social swim. The greater his enthusiasm before the event, the greater his grouch as he contemplates the blister. His intimate friends, however, predict that Coolidge will make good in spite of all the Senate POEMS THAT LIVE ON A FAVOURITE CAT, DROWNED IN A TUB OF GOLD FISHES 'Tucas on a lofty vase's side, Where china's gayest art had dyed The azure flowers that blow, Demurest of the tabby kind, The pensive Selma, reclined, Gazed on the lake below. Her conscious tail her joy declared; The fair round face, the snowy beard, The velvet of her paws, Her coat that with the tortoise vies, Her ears of jet, and emerald eyes— She saw and purr'd applause. Still had she gazed, but 'midst the tide Two angel forms were seen to glide, The Genii of the stream; Their scaly armour's Tyrian hue Through richest purple to the view Betrayed a golden gleam. The hapless Nymph with wonder saw; A whisker first, and then a claw. With many an ardent wish NEW YORK LETTER By LUCY JEANNE PRICE Luxurious homes may mean considerable to human beings but they don't count much against affection with a dog. Louis Amato has spent most of his vacation so far looking for his Boston bull, named Rittie. The other day he vowed he had found him, altho Peter Haslin explained that the dog was his, that its name was Nickle, and that he had paid tea dollars for him. Nickle had all the luxuries which could accrue to the life of a dog, under Mr. Haslin's ownership. But, thirteen year old Louis went to court to prove his claim. A wise and human judge let the contestants take their place on the opposite sides of the courtroom. Here Nickle Nickle, called Haslin at the top of his voice. Hey Ritzie old kid, said Louis and gave a sharp whistle. In one ecstatic jump the dog was at Louis' side. Haslin didn't even get a chance. Rittie left the room bounding at the boy's side, ease and beefs'ak scorned completely. Politics may be touted as a wearing occupation or even avocation. But John D. Voorhis, for half a century a Tammany leader in municipal politics, and Commissioner of Elections, celebrated his ninety-fourth birthday by cutting down his regular full-length working day to three hours, and that is the closest approach to a vacation he has taken in 31 years. Sticks became so common an accessories of women's costume that the novelty seekers have A diplomat is one who watches the game so closely that he forgets about those who pay the score. Americans who have tried the English channel find it easier to negotiate than the English social swim. The greater his enthusiasm before the event, the greater his grouch as he contemplates the blister. His intimate friends, however, predict that Coolidge will make good in spite of all the Senate can do. Few things are as bad as they might be except a postoffice pen point and a small town alley. Principles are products of environment; ideas products of experience; prejudices products of sore spots. Any father would trust his daughter out with young fellows if he could forget the kind of young fellow he was. We usually can figure out what the politicians stand for, but at times we can't understand what they lie for. The old-time gentleman who concealed his nasty thoughts now has a son who uses them as basis for a best seller. Correct this sentence: "That shoe is too tight, Madam," protested the salesman, "and you're a fool if you buy it." Another good endurance test is to suffer a mosquito bite under circumstances that do not leave you free to scratch. We wonder at times if the majesty of the law couldn't be upheld even if a traffic policeman should smile once in a while. You can't tell by the way Ford acts whether he is Republican or Democrat. And at times it is equally difficult to label the parties. There is something singularly pathetic about a man searching vainly for a drink and growling that prohibition can't be made effective. Two angel forms were seen to glide, The Genii of the stream; Their scaly armour's Tyrian hue Through richest purple to the view Betrayed a golden gleam. The hapless Nymph with wonder saw; A whisker first, and then a claw. With many an ardent wish She stretched, in vain, to reach the prize— What female heart can gold despise? What cat's averse to fish? Presumptuous maid! with looks-intent Again she stretched, again she bent, Nor knew the gulf between— Malignant fate sat by and smiled— The slippery verge her feet beguiled; She tumbled headlong in! Eight times emerging from the flood She mewd' to every watery god Some speedy aid to send. No Dolphin came, no Nereid stirr'd, Nor cruel Tom nor Susan heard A favorite has no friend! From hence, ye Beauties! undeceived Know one false step is ne'er retrieved, And be with caution bold; Not all that tempts your wandering eyes And heedless hearts, is lawful prize, Nor all that glistens, gold! —Thomas Grey. In a little while now daughter will go back to school, and then poor old Mother will have nobody to play the piano while she does the dishes. Politics may be touted as a wearing occupation or even avocation. But John D. Voorhis, for half a century a Tammany leader in municipal politics, and Commissioner of Elections, celebrated his ninety-fourth birthday by cutting down his regular full-length working day to three hours, and that is the closest approach to a vacation he has taken in 31 years. Sticks became so common an accessories of women's costume that the novelty seekers have abandoned them in favor of an attenuated H- of light wood, upon the cross section of which sits their pet paraquet or cockatoo. I saw one on Fifth avenue yesterday and it was impressive even if a bit cumbersome in crowded traffic. The bird appeared quite comfortable and at home, however. ABE MARTIN At a debate at Apple Grove school last night it wuz resolved that th' automobile does not hurt th' railroads any more than th' railroads hurt th' automobiles. "$never expect t" se a purlier sight than th' sun when it first appeared th' smornin." said Mrs. Lib Pash, who allus waits up for her daughters. THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 13TH, 1923. Subscription Rate—In No. Orange co. per Yr. $3; 6 Months, $1.75. Entered at the Postoffice at Anaheim, Calif., as 2nd class matter. COMMENTS OF THE PRESS EDITORS ARE SAYING COOLIDGES HAVE YANKEE TRAIT—New York Times Colonel John Calvin Coolidge, the President's father, has all that reserve, habit of understanding, dislike of gush and ironic depreciation of compliment that characterize the old Yankee stock. A Yankee is naturally non-committal, except for sufficient cause. He likes to quality his praise. Excess is hateful to him. A schoolmate of the late H. H. Rogers said, when the latter was in his financial prime, "Yes, I'm told Henry hasn't made out so bad, considerin'." There is an evident dry humor in this habit of depreciation; but the Yankee rather resents questions. He prefers to disclose his full opinion at his own time. As he says of certain cows, he is "a hard milker." "I think he'll do fairly well," the Colonel says of his son. "He did fairly well as governor, and I guess that tempered "fairly well" is delightful. It is worth more, coming from such a source, than any flamboyant string of superlatives. For nearly 300 years these Coolidges have been trained to work and to endure. There has been, it might almost be said, "hard sledding," what would be called "crisis" in the more emotional West, among the Yankee farmers most of the time. They work hard and shut up. In better fortune they do the same. Prosperity and distinction they take as undemonstratively as they take refractory soil, bad crops, the weather or the bull calf "actin like all possessed." It won't do for a Vermont father to reveal the pride he has in his son's achievements. That would be contrary to the rugged discipline of labor and duty, the silent but understood encouragement, the personal self-respect that never permits itself to be dazzled; and "boys" of whatever age, mustn't be "spiled." So Colonel Coolidge doesn't think of his son as President, but "just as a good and honest boy who'll do his best with any job given him. He always has been that way, and I guess he always will be." Calvin wasn't precocious or extraordinary. He did his work at school and at home. "He was a great hand on the farm." He wasn't brought up on any system of rules. "If there are rules," says the father shrewdly, "it gives a boy a chance to break them: I told Calvin always to do his job well. And he always did. That's what my father taught me and that's what his father taught him." Calvin Coolidge has always done his job well, done his best in every employment. He was brought up to do his best and say little about it. He begins his enormous task at Washington without a flutter or elation. The nation knows that he will do his best and "guesses" with his father that "he'll do fairly well as President." That means excellently well, as may be expected of a man of trained intelligence and judgment, honest, efficient, fearless, "dreading praise, not blame." ON THE SPUR OF THE MOMENT SARGASSO SEA This is the graveyard of old sailing ships— Unburied, broken masts bleach in the sun, Dead as last kisses on dead lovers' lips, And quiet now, their mission being done, Time was—and not so long ago—when these, Their sails flung wide, were coursers of the main, Braving the thousand dangers of the seas For England's glory, or to honor Spain. Anw now no shred of pennon swings to tell To what forgotten cause their path was laid, But we can know they served their masters well, For those who captained them were unafraid. Only a passing gull sweeps from the sky To look at them, so quietly they lie! THE BARBECUE ABROAD Three pigs were roasted in a fire on a farm at Dringhouses, today. —York dispatch to London Daily Mail. Reminding you, of course, of Lamb's famous essay, which you will now look up and re-read. September 15 is the last day Back East Excursions will be available--- Daily until then. —Through fast service every day to Chicago, Kansas City, St. Louis, St. Paul, Minneapolis, New Orleans, with direct connection for New York and other eastern cities. Daily untruth. —Through fast service every day to Chicago, Kansas City, St. Louis, St. Paul, Minneapolis, New Orleans, with direct connection for New York and other eastern cities. Summer round trip excursions to PACIFIC COAST RESORTS will continue until September 30th. 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