oc-plain-dealer 1923-10-12

GREATEST MANHUNT FOR TRAIN BANDITS REDDING, Calif., Oct. 12. Scores of detectives and peace officers investigating the holdup of Southern Pacific passenger train No. 13, concluded today that the bandits still at large obtained no loot. Postal authorities on the scene refused to give out any information on this point, declaring they had not completed a check of the car's contents. Belief grew today that the bandits had an automobile of waiting at some point along the highway and escaped by that means. Bloodhounds lost the trail at the top of the Sixti-you mountain divide and have since been unable to pick it up. ASHLAND, Ore., Oct. 12. The greatest manhunt in the history of Oregon and California is in progress today bent on the capture of bandits who yesterday afternoon held up the Southern Pacific "San Francisco Express," shot and killed four members of the crew. All of northern California and Southern Oregon is inflamed today at the boldest train robbery since the days of the old west and open threats have been made that summary justice will be noted out to the bandits if they are caught. To guard against lynching a company of the Oregon militia has been called out in uniform and is taking an active part in the search thru the mountains. One theory that the bandits may have fled in an automobile was given some credence today as the California-Oregon highway loops within 75 feet of the tunnel mouth. The dead: Sidney Bates, engineer, Marvin Seng, fireman. C. O. Johnson, brakeman. Elvyn E. Dougherty, mail clerk. At an early hour today no trace of the bandits had been found by possess led by bloodhounds searching the dense forest in the Sixti-you mountains. The robbery occurred at the southern portal of the long tunnel when the passenger train was southbound from Portland to San Francisco. Fullerton Briefs William French, Justice of the peace, of Fullerton was in Riverside yesterday at the county fair. Other Fullerton folks attending the fair and the races yesterday were: Mr. and Mrs. Lee Martin, and Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Seale. William Seale and his bride, formerly Miss Irene Nesley of In Habra, returned yesterday from their honeymoon. Mrs. Dorothy Koller and daughter left this morning over-the P. E and S. P. for New York, and Miss Cosma Newton for Collins, Miss. Dr. J. B. Menges of Fullerton who has been ill in the Fullerton hospital for several weeks is able to be up again, and about town. Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Kewish of Fullerton are the parents of a son born last night at the Fullerton hospital. BELIEVE BANDITS FLED IN OLD AUTO ASHLAND, Ore., Oct. 12. Bandits who hold up and dynamited Southern Pacific train No. 13 south of here yesterday, killing four members of the crew, are believed to have fled northward in an old 1916 model Hudson automobile bearing a Washington license. The auto was seen speeding toward Ashland at a high rate of speed after the holdup but could not be located by officers here. One of three men in the car was said to be wearing a green checked mutinaw coat. Two of the bandits are believed to have boarded the train as it left Sixti-you. An accomplice, whose description is unknown, is said to have had a pump 12 gauge shotgun loaded with buckshot. INDIANS GUESTS OF FULLERTON SCHOOL Major Travers and two Indian chiefs from "The Covered Wagon" which is showing at Hollywood, were the guests of the Fullerton High school today. Major Travers gave a talk on Indian mythology, and other points of interest to the pupils. CURTAIL STORY NEW YORK tain was drawn sensational vs Stokes." Scene shift justice" went from the "P where Earl H millionaire, women's hat young wife visited Edgard ciseo oil man "Main Street. The four so far presec court here, he "mad Manhua Broadway" houses and servants; the beauty—age Today, a York courts commission, supreme court trial judge, "commercial taking of dept Stokes, this Alice Mills Kramer, both once member in tiny Bunce wife spent th Street town like co-respons charges. Mrs. Stoken pany the compear before tants of the see her, askl saw her before ton will prevail trial before week. Such is the "Stokes vs." The dead: Sidney Bates, engineer, Marvin Seng, fireman, C. O. Johnson, brakeman. Elvyn E. Dougherty, mail clerk. At an early hour today no trace of the bandits had been found by posses led by bloodhounds searching the dense forest in the Siskiyou mountains. The robbery occurred at the southern portal of the long tunnel when the passenger train was southbound from Portland to San Francisco. Passengers on the train were unmolested by the bandits, the number of whom are unknown, but about a score suffered minor face and scalp injuries when the robbers dynamited the mail car. The force of the explosion was so great as to entirely demolish the mail car, which immediately took fire following the blast. It is believed the bandits were frustrated in their attempt to loot the mail car, the explosion having demolished the car, which later burned. The body of Dougherty was found burned to a crisp. The dynamite was either thrown into the car thru a window or placed underneath, officers on the scene stated today. Authorities declared that the bandits carefully laid plans for the holdup, basing their theory on the finding of three sets of croosoted shoe pads which were left in the hurried departure of the robbers, apparently for use in making their way into the mountain fastness. Postal and railroad authorities and detectives are en route from San Francisco and Portland to the scene of the crime to aid posses already pursuing the criminals. Because of the fact that practically three hours elapsed before members of the train crew and passengers were able to reach the mail car which had been detached from the train by the terrific blast, officers believe the bandits were able to cover considerable distance into the mountains, but declared that with the aid of blood An accomplice, whose description is unknown, is said to have had a pump .12 gauge shotgun loaded with buckshot. INDIANS GUESTS OF FULLERTON SCHOOL Major Travers and two Indian chiefs from "The Covered Wagon" which is showing at Hollywood, were the guests of the Fullerton High school today. Major Travers gave a talk on Indian mythology, and other points of interest to the pupils. The Indian chiefs were donned out in their war paint, and full war-time regalia. Tomorrow is Fullerton day at "The Covered Wagon." SPLIT TWO GAMES Fullerton grammar school girls defeated La Habra girls last evening in an indoor baseball game at La Habra, 44 to 6. Fullerton boys were defeated by La Habra boys 13 to 12. The feature of the boys' game is said to have been Vincent Sawser's fielding and Tommy Nutall's batting. SHOW FIRE TRUCK TO SCHOOL PUPILS The Fullerton fire truck was taken to the Fullerton grammar school campus today. Roy Davis, fire chief, explaining its working to the pupils. This was part of the "fire prevention week" program. bounds, their chances for overtaking the murderers seemed good. A pitched battle is expected if the bandits are cornered, as the shooting at the tunnel indicated they were heavily armed. SEATTLE, Oct. 12... Sheriff Matt Starwich's two bloodhounds, Dynamic and Queen, in charge of deputies Bill Sears and Ed Hughes, are enroute today by fast automobile to the scene of the holdup of the Southern Pacific train which resulted in the death of four members of the train crew on the California-Oregon border. FINE DA Today was I Fullerton High opening at noon to visitors thru and evening. charge of H. H. of the dailas show last year not so great. Various prized, including American Dal York. For best.rec Want-ad. OLIVES Wyandotte Mission Variety Large Size Olive Pts. Qts. 25c 40c Lunch size, 10 oz. 10c Can Real Values in Canned National Candy OLIVES Wyandotte Mission Variety Large Size Olive Pts. Qts. 25c 40c Lunch size, 10-oz. 10c Can Real Values in Canned FRUITS Raymond Maine 28c Blueberries can Royal Grape Fruit, 25c No. 2 can, per can Libbey's Sliced Pineapple, No. 2½ can, per can 35c Libbey's Fruit Salad, No. 2½ can, per can 45c Klunyrna Figs, in heavy syrup, No. 2½ can, per can 45c Del Monte Bärlett Pearls, No. 2½ can, per can 30c Channel Yellow Free PEACHES Heavy Syrup No. 2½ can. While they last 15c BALL MASON JARS Pts. 63c Qts. 75c Doz. doz. Jar Lids, doz. 25c JELLY GLASSES Tall or Squat 6-oz. 38c doz. 40c National Candy Store Saturday, Oct. 13th REMEMBER EVERYBODY LIKE YOU AND IT IS MORE BLESSED TO GIVE THAN SO REMEMBER THE LOVED ONES ON TIME Jumbo Assorted Creams 29c lb. $1.45 5-lb box Our two Special Offerings for Candy Day Chaffee Chocolates 1 Pound Boxes Chewing gum, 3 for 10c Borden's Chocolate Bars, 3 for EAT SO. CALIFORNIA APPLICATIONS Fancy Delicious, 40 lb. box King Davids, 40 lb. box Wagners, per box Grimes Golden Pippins, per box Fancy Mo. Potatoes, 7 lbs. 25c Genuine Russets (not rural) Fancy Sweet Potatoes, 5 lbs. BEN HUR and WHITE KING SOAP 10 BARS Polar White BARS 39c Chipso, 2-lb. pkg. 25c White King Washing Machine SOAP Large package 47c THE OLDEST CHAIN STORE GROCERY CO. THE PLAIN DEALER: ANAHEIM, CALIF CURTAINS DOWN ON STOKES DIVORCE NEW YORK, Oct. 12.—The curtain was drawn today on Broadway's sensational divorce drama—"Stokes vs Stokes." Scene shifters in the "theater of justice" were changing the "scene" from the "Fifth Avenue love new where Earl Dodge Stokes 73-year-old millionaire, bullet-scarred veteran of women's hate, charges his beautiful young wife, Helen Elwood Stokes, visited Edgar T. Wallace, San Francisco oil man, to the rustic sketch of "Main Street" in Banceton, Mo. The four acts of the state's drama so far presented in the supreme court here, has been a wild scene of "mad Manhattan" the avenue and Broadway' summer homes. town houses and "love cotes;" peeping servants; the story of youth and beauty—age and wealth. Today, a legal holiday in New York courts, the picture fades, as a commission, under appointment of supreme court Justice Mahoney, trial judge, arrived at Banceton's "commercial house" to begin the taking of depositions there. Stokes, thrust two witnesses—Mrs. Alice Mills and Miss Katherine Kramer, both of Kansas City, but once members of the "younger set" in tiny Banceton—has charged his wife spent two weeks in the Main Street town, 19 years ago. Wallace, the co-respondent, was with her, he charges. Mrs. Stokes will personally accompany the commission. She will appear before all of the 200 inhabitants of the little town who wish to see her, asking all of them if they saw her before. Her visit to Banceton will prevent her presence at the trial before Wednesday of next week. Such is the story of drama—"Stokes vs. Stokes." SHOOTS 4 POINTER OF RECORD WEIGHT PORTOLA. (Plumas-co.). Oct.'12. Frank Freeman today brought in a blacktail buck weighing 220 pounds dressed. It was a four-pointer with unusually large antlers and is believed to be the largest specimen ever brought to Portola. Freeman located his quarry in a recumbent position. He was able to draw on it before it arose. UNIFORM LIGHTING SYSTEM FOLLOWED The wisdom of the plan of dividing up into 15 or more sections tae districts where Better lighting is being sought was shown last night at the meeting of the directors of the Chamber of Commerce. When it was announced that signatures were being obtained recently. A uniform or nearly uniform plan of灯光 will be followed as far as possible, in the interest of apprehension. It is pointed out, also, that tel will mean a tower level of coal to all concerned. The petitions will be presented to City Council probably within three weeks' time. Meanwhile City Manager Steward will secure estimates of costs. The oar feature of last night's meeting was announcement of the big public meeting at the Elka' Clubhouse next Wednesday evening. More than 300 invitations have been issued. The speaker, Charles P. Hayer, head of the department of public relations of the Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce, is authority in his line. An excellent musical entertainment and speeches by the heads of the chamber committees will be other features. TWO FATALLY HURT IN SHIP EXPLOSION LOS ANGELES. Oct. 12.—Two men were probably fatally hurt two others were less seriously injured. The selenor "Columbia" valued at $18,000 was destroyed and sunk in PROHIBIT DRILLING IN HOME DISTRICTS Oil drilling will be permitted on several hundred acres of ranch property on the outskirts of the city by an ordinance read for the first time last night by city council. The act will hold back derricks on an average 300 feet from improved subdivisions and main highways. Council filed a petition signed by several score residents in the territory bounded by South, Vermont, Olive and So. Los Angeles-sta. Since drilling will be permitted on three sides of them, they asked permission to drill also, if oil is found. The oil ordinance declares drilling in the restricted district a nuisance and unlawful, punishable by fine not to exceed $500. Council voted to advertise for purchase of a Dodge truck. City Manager O. E. Steward was instructed to prepare plans and specifications for 1700 feet of ten-inch camp ground in the city park, which tem with the new outfall—the coat will be around $4000—and for a 12-inch line along La Palma-st from Orange-stet to the Garden Grove-estimated to cost $22,000. Mayor Win. Stark spoke against further expenditures on the auto camp ground in the elk spark, which he said was not wanted there, and suggested council find a new location for the sourries. City Attorney H. V. Weisel was instructed to draft an ordinance prohibiting warehouses for fumigation within 500 feet of a residence; also, an ordinance regulating signs on business houses to extend not more than four feet from the building and to hang at least 12 feet above walk. Miss Helen Graemer was appointed deputy tax collector. Chairman Howard Gates reported that in develop the Japanese garden feature of the city park as landscape architects recommended it would be necessary to turn it over to Jap garden-enera at a cost of about $5000. It could be developed otherwise for SHOW GOOD WILL AS SEASON CLOSES Manager J. H. Ritchie, of the Anahalm Co-Operative association and Mrs. Ritchie, left this morning on a motor trip to Oregon, and as fitting expression of the good will felt by the staff of workers, they were presented with several pounds of cream candles, which will satisfy their "sweet tooth" along their journey. The presentation was made yesterday. As the season is closing, and the staff will drift apart, in remembrance of the pleasant and busy days spent together, the foreman, Dave Hilbert, was given a generous quantity of candy and a fountain pen. Mrs. Fred Little, in charge of the floor, received a valuable cut glass basket made in a special design from the staff of employees. The latter gifts were presented today and was the occasion for many pretty speeches both from the donors and in appreciation from the recipients. Several pounds of home-made candy was distributed among the workers and a jolly occasion was made of the day. FINE DAHLIA SHOW Today was Dahlia show day at the Fullerton High school, the show opening at noon and to remain open to visitors throut the afternoon and evening. The exhibition was in charge of H. H. Tracy. The quality of the dahlias is higher than at the show last year, altho the quantity is not so great. Various prizes were to be awarded, including two medals from the American Dahlia Ass'n. of New York. For best results try Plain Dealer Want-ad. TWO FATALLY HURT IN SHIP EXPLOSION LOS ANGELES. Oct. 12.—Two men were probably fatally hurt two others were less seriously injured. The seller "Columbia" valued at $18,000 was destroyed and sunk in the outer harbor and fire threatened complete destruction to Terminal Ialand and wharfage shortly after noon today when an explosion occurred aboard the fishing boat. Captain S. Ivansich of the "Cohumbla" was hurled 20 feet by the explosion and Peter Gerr, seaman, was thrown to a nearby dock, badly bruised and severely burned. EXPECT RECOVERY OF INJURED AUTOIST The recovery of Roy Corry appeared assured today, unless he has a bad turn. Nurses at the Community Hospital said he was holding his own. Corry ran into an unlighted trailer of the Nelson Bros. Drilling Co. on the Huntington Beach boulevard, suffering compound fractures of both legs both above and below the knees. 2 HURT IN CRASH Mr. and Mrs. Amando Barrera were slightly hurt yesterday afternoon in the center of Tustin when their car collided with that of Ray Sewell of 2167 Franklin avenue, Santa Ana. The two were taken to the County Hospital. Scratches and bruises comprised the extent of their injuries. 25 DIE IN BLAST MOSCOW, Oct. 12.—Two mercantile buildings were damaged today by an explosion in a sports goods store which killed 25 persons and inflicted more. Vinegar Ragged Robin, 12 oz. HEINZ Malt or Older Pts. 22c Qts. 35c BULK Bring your jug gallon 45c Saturday Is SALE CASH BEATS CREDIT Real Candy Day Saturday, Oct. 13th EVERYBODY LIKES CANDY USED TO GIVE THAN TO RECEIVE THE LOVED ONES ON THIS DAY Our two Special Offerings for Candy Day 1 Pound Boxes 50c Borden's Choc. Bars, 3 for 10c CALIFORNIA APPLES lb. box $2.40 box $1.50 $1.50 tons, per box $1.50 7 lbs. 25c; $3.00 Cwt. (not rurals) $2.75 Cwt. 5 lbs. 25c SOAP 10 bars 44c White King Washing Machine SOAP age 47c Palmolive 8c bar 95¢ noz. Old Dutch Cleanser, can 8 1-3c Vinegar Ragged Robin, 17½c HEINZ Malt or Older Pts. 22c Qts. 35c BULK Bring your jug gallon 45c Leaf Values in Canned Vegetables Cannon 15c Crosby, corn, can Manzanita Asparagus, No. 1 can, per can 17½c Dinner Tiny Peas, can 22c New Year Pumpkin, No. 2½ can, per can 17½c New Year Eastern Kraut, No. 2 can 12½c Curtis Pimientos—½' s 15c 1's 20c A Good Combination Chaffee Pancake Flour and Old Yankee Cane and Maple SYRUP MILCOA—PECOA 27c Nucoa 30c THE BEST ANSWER TO THE HIGH PRICE OF BUTTER ROCERY CO. ON THE PACIFIC COAST BIT DRILLING HOME DISTRICTS will be permitted on fired acres of ranch propriated outskirts of the city by the read for the first time by city council. The act rick derricks on an average improved subdivisions highways. A petition signed by residents in the terrired by South, Vermont, to Los Angeles-ats. Since be permitted on three n, they asked permission if oil is found. Dinance declares drilling detected district a nuisance l. punishable by fine not 100. Tried to advertise for purdodge truck. Jerger O. E. Steward was prepare plans and speci1700 feet of ten-inch in the city park, which the new outrail—the coat and $4000—and for a 12long La Palma-st from the Garden Grove-rd. cost $22,000. Stark spoke against indications on the auto in the city park, which wanted there, and council find a new locacoustists. Ney H. V. Weisel was draft an ordinance prohouses for fumigation in 500 feet of a riskan ordinance regulating business houses to extend an foot from the to hang at least 12 feet SOX COMEBACK 4-2 CUBS PARK, CHICAGO, Oct. 12. The Sox staged a comeback and took revenge upon the Cubs here today when they captured the third game of the city series, 4 to 2, after dropping the first two starts. Urban Faber tamed the Bruins in decisive fashion, holding them to six hits. Keen started on the mound for the Cubs, but gave way to Fussell in the fifth frame. C. OF C. COMMITTEE INSPECTS ROADS Leaving Anaheim this morning a delegation consisting of Supervisor W. M. Schummecher, G. R. Reid, secretary of Anaheim Chamber of Commerce, Dr. H. A. Johnston, Harry D. Riley, Fred Backs, F. A. Yungbluta and J. F. Ahlborn, drove over the district comprising the flood control area, and returned well satisfied with the way in which the work is showing up. The territory covered Placentia avenue to Yorba Linda; back the same way to Ball road; over Ball road to South Los Angeles; then to the levee where everything was in ship shape. The city maintains an inspector at this place to keep its weather eye on what materials come in. Ball road, west from South Los Angeles, will be improved, but there is no funds for work on the east thoroughfare. Turn off places have been provided every half mile so the teams can pass. Other trips may be made later if occasion requires. INTRODUCE BILL TO PUT BAN ON MASK STATE CAPITOL, OKLAHOMA CITY, Oct. 12.-A bill to prohibit the wearing of masks and to protect persons against terror and danger from wearers of masks was introduced in the Oklahoma house of representatives this afternoon. It was ordered placed on regular procedure. Only the title was read. LIONS GOING INTO BASEBALL 100 PCT. The Anaheim Lions at their lore-bion today in the Elks' Clubhouse cided to go into baseball 100 per cent strong and show the other team what they can do. They intend to win every game from new on, a member said after the gathering. Everybody must participate as player or rooter. Nell Wanderwell, world traveler now appearing at the Fairyland theater, and her companion were guests and the former told of their experiences. In the 288,000 miles they have gone, they have visited every continent except Africa, and soon will leave for India and Africa. The Lions are backing the coming Boy Scout show at the Fairyland to the limit and propose to guarantee many of the tickets. Their own troop is taking a leading part in the show. An entertainment also will be put on for the benefit of the city Park equipment. It was decided today to hold a ladies' night this month. Redondo Beach and Corona now are organizing Lions' clubs. ANAHEIM DEFEATS G. G. TEAM 25 TO 10 Miss Jacques took her lively team of basketball players to Garden Grove last evening to show the girls of that high school how to play the game and to carry home the bacon. The score was 25 to 10 in favor of A.U.H.S.Akthough it took the girls about half way through the game to get properly warmed up, they did themselves and their coach proud and give promise of equalling the record of last year's victorious "ballers." The line up follows: Mae Requarch Capt.; Esther Hile, Ted Bemlish, Madeline Toussou, guards; Erma Young, Florence Findlay, Grace Holdsworth, centers; Evelyn Cordes, Lyda Mohr, Wilima Mitchell, Rosa Labourette, forwards. INTRODUCE BILL TO PUT BAN ON MASK STATE CAPITOL, OKLAHOMA CITY, Oct. 12—A bill to prohibit the wearing of masks and to protect persons against terror and danger from wearers of masks was introduced in the Oklahoma house of representatives this afternoon. It was ordered placed on regular procedure. Only the title was read. The house adjourned at 3:20 o'clock until Monday. The house moved also after sensational debate to "clean its own house" first and to investigate the official lives of members as far back as the admission of Oklahoma to statehood in 1907. The resolution was directed without regard for time toward investigation of alleged irregularities by Representatives in petitioning for pardons and paroles, contracts with the state, appointments to positions, nepotism or whatever constituted violations and their oaths of office. CALIFORNIA HOTEL. FULLERTON S. M. Goldstein, San Francisco; R. A. Carlson, and S. F. Krause, Los Angeles; George F. Lippinski, Hammond, Ind., H. Poole, Coronado; J. D. Hamilton, Los Angeles, A. Schoening, San Diego; and Miss Mona Skillicorn, Watsonville, Calif. FOR RESULTS—Try a Plain Dealer Want-ad. INTroduce your last opportunity on the 6 Day SALE OF SIXES Mr. and Mrs. Joseph A. Blos, accompanied by her daughters, Bonna and Donna Stanley, from Taft, are in Anaheim today to attend the funeral of Harry W. Stanley, which was held this afternoon at 2:30 in the Backs, Terry and Campbell chapel. 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