oc-plain-dealer 1924-03-13

3 SINCLAIR OIL COS. ENJOINED (Continued from Page One) Rear Admiral Strauss of the United States Navy as receiver, who would serve without salary. Judge Kennedy intimated that in order to lighten his burden in connection with the appoint of a receivership he might want to appoint a third member of the receivership or master, to act as the court's representative. After some discussion, Judge Kennedy announced that two receivers names would be appointed by himself. An affidavit was presented from Secretary of the Interior Work describing the activities of the Mammoth Oil Co., declaring that 2,975 barrels of oil per day were being taken from Teapot Dome, and unless enjoined, the Sinclair company would continue to drill wells on the property. An identical affidavit was submitted from Acting secretary of the navy Roosevelt. Detailing the negotiations between Fall and Sinclair, the complaint said that other persons, viz. the Texas Company, the Pioneer Oil Company, Edward L. Doheny, Leo Stack and others tried to get leases in the Teapot Dome but were denied an opportunity by Fall. The complaint asked that the court proceed as follows: 1—Issue temporary injunction restraining the Mammoth Oil Co. from further operations under its lease of April 7, 1922, and its agreement of February 9, 1923. 2—Appoint receivers to take possession of the Teapot Dome pending the conclusion of the litigation. 3—Issue a final injunction prohibiting any of the officials of the Mammoth Oil Co., including Political Aspects To Be Investigated (Continued from First Page) was no immediate protest against this action but recalled "that some time later somebody protested, but I don't remember it very well." "Did the governor of Wyoming protest?" asked Kendrick. "I can't really say." "General John A. Lejeune and I decided to send no one who would prove rash." I mean anyone who might shoot someone," Roosevelt said. Walsh then read a letter from H. H. Tammen of the Denver Post to George Christian, Jr., secretary to President Harding. Tammen enclosed an article protestin ghe use of an "armed force" in driving the Mutual Oil Company off Teapot Dome. Christian sent the letter to Fall who, replying in a lengthy statement, claimed the Mutual Company had no right whatever to Teapot Dome. HEARING ON HOME STRETCH WASHINGTON, March 13. The senate's oil investigation entered the home stretch today. After months of startling revelations in connection with the leasing of naval oil reserves by ex-secretary of the Interior Albert B. Fall, to private interests, members of the public lands committee were agreed today that they would be able to conclude the inquiry within ten days or two weeks. Only two or three important leads remained to be investigated to complete the network of evidence that the committee will turn the inquiry over to the special counsel, Owen J. Roberts and Atlee Pomerene, to use in the courts in seeking to recover the reserves for the government. The committee today planned to delve into an examination of stock brokers' books to determine what government official dealt in oil stocks, particularly in Sinclair securities. Investigators also called Theodore Roosevelt, acting secretary of the navy, and Major General STOCKS CLOSE STRONG NEW YORK, March 13. Stock market closed strong today. The advance gained momentum at the final hour with specialty generally showing the way. Galranged from one to over six point Fisher Body sold up 5% to 21 Woolworth 4½% to 332%; Dupe 2½% to 13½%; general electric 6% to 218% and Baldwin one point to 122%. Southern Railway following a dividend announcement rose to but reacted at the close to 50 net gain of 3 points. Other were fractionally higher were only fractionally change Steel common led the steels with gain of 1½% to 102%. Government bonds unchanged Railways and other bonds steel Stock sales today 745 shares; bonds $9,044,000. GRAIN MARKET STEADIE CHICAGO, March 13. Grain market steadied somewhat after yesterday's sensational bounce in wheat and while it failed rally, it withstood an extreme bearish sentiment without colliding. Corn and oats brought yesterday by the slump in wheat almost unchanged today. Market, however, closed heavily. Wheat was % to % off a close. Corn closed unchanged % off and oats % up to % LOS ANGELES POTATOR LOS ANGELES, March 13. taties: Idaho russets $2.50; pouer $2.00; Oregon Nevada Burbanks best $2.75; poorer $2.50; new Oceanis, San Diego 10 few 12c pounds. BANK CLEARINGS San Francisco, $26,400,00 Seattle, $7,881,503 Portland, $6,760,703. STRAINING the Sinclair interests from further extraction of oil from the famous Teapot structure, the appointment of a receiver, annulment of the lease, and to give an accounting of the oil already produced from the property. Flanked on all sides by an imposing array of legal talent—from New York, Washington, Oklahoma and Wyoming, Harry Sinclair, mollionaire oil magnate, who has been the subject of much open attack for months in connection with the oil leases, smilingly awaited the battle of wits prepared, as he announced, to "fight from hell to breakfast." Out of a maze of conferences, confabs and informal talks amongst the Sinclair legal lights instating until an early nour this morning came only this stock reply to repeated questions: "It is their move. Our action depends upon what the government prosecutors do today." Sinclair's constant reiteration that he will strike back hard was not taken seriously in some quarters, the opinion being expressed that, following the filing of the formal charges by the government, his counsel would ask for a 30 day delay in which to prepare a reply. From other sources, however, close to Sinclair, came the intimation that while Sinclair's enthusiasm over the rich returns from Teapot Dome itself had waned, he will make a vigorous fight to uphold the validity of the leases that nearly $40,000,000 has been extended by the allied Sinclair interests in constructing the pipe from Wyoming to Missouri, which was recently completed and great storage tank farm at Wynomig, just south of Dome field. General Judge Kennedy, who aside at the momentous return to the city last month were current this month an informal conference being arranged between Sidney and counsel for both Chester the hearing opened day by was little affected to titated bengal steps being initiated external residents evinced in theft over the "tempto disintentent" that bids fair individual returtes, wreck in the political relations and last believed to be "tainted with REALTORS PLAN DINNER AND DANCE The regular weekly meeting of the Anaheim Realty Board was held yesterday, with about 20 present. There were no special speakers or program. A committee composed of Tommy Lyons and Joe Warner was appointed to arrange for a dance and a dinner in the near future. The reactors then made a tour of inspection of property listed during the week. Harold Clairmont presided. NO OPPOSITION TO TRUSTEES APPEARS It begins to look as if there would be no opposition to present high and grammar school trustees whose terms expire and who seek re-election March 28. C. H. Mann and Henry Adams are the high school trustees, whose terms expire, and E. H. Metcalf, the grammar school trustee. March 18 is final due to file nominations. LOS ANGELES POTATOES LOS ANGELES, March 13. taties: Idaho russets $2.50; pouer $2.00; Oregon Nevada Burbanks best $2.75; poorer $2.50; new Oceanside, San Diego 10 @ few 12c pounds. BANK CLEARINGS San Francisco, $26,400,000 Seattle, $7,881,503 Portland, $6,760,703 Oakland, $2,752,100 San Diego, $744,719 Los Angeles, $28,720,987. LOS ANGELES CITRUS LOS ANGELES, March Oranges: Northerns and souls special brands $3.75 @ 290s and smaller $3.00 @ market pack $2.85 @ $3.25 75c @ $1.25 Lemons: special brands @ $3.50; choice $2.25 @ market pack $2.00 @ lose $1.50. Grapefruit: Imperial Valleal brands $4.00 @ $4.50; locals brands $4.00 @ $4.50; $3.00 @ $3.50; locals brands $3.25 @ $3.50. LOS ANGELES PRODUCTION LOS ANGELES, March Butter 50. Eggs: extras 23¼; pullets 22. Hens 24; broilers 29; fryers. NEW YORK CITRUS New York, March Twelve cars of navels, five cars and five cars of lemons Navel market slightly h 200s and larger; slightl on 216s and smaller Lemon marekt firm Navel averages range $1.80 to $3.90; lemons $2.85. FRUIT SALES (Calif. Fruit Exchange New York: steady navels lemons; oranges $2.65 lemons $3.05 to $3.75 Boston: higher orange changed lemons; oranges $3.85 lemons $2.95 to $3. Philadelphia: higher unchanged lemons; oranges $3.35 lemons $3.15 to Pittsburgh: steady oranges; oranges $2.50 lemons $2.50 to $4). THE PLAIN DEALER, 'ANAHEIM, CALIF. By WINNER CONGRESS WON'T PASS RESOLUTION WASHINGTON, March 13.—Any hope that congress might pass before Saturday the special resolution permitting the deduction of 25 per cent in taxes on 1923 incomes was finally dispelled today when Republican members favoring such a resolution spent a futile morning trying to line up support for it. They abandoned their efforts this afternoon and sent word to the White House there was no hope. RENNER RETIRES Plain Dealer. Dear Sir: I hereby withdraw my name as candidate for city trustee for the full term for the following reasons: 1—When I consented to run it was because I was led to believe there was no one running for the full term and upon inquiry at the city hall I found that two very estimable gentlemen had filed their petitions. 2—Upon more careful inquiry I find that considerable time is required. I am already putting in many hours on civic work and am sure I can serve this community better by continuing my work on industries committee of Chamber of Commerce. 3—I have already been interviewed by a number of people and am amazed at the amount of politics connected with what appeared to me a very simple public office. My experience is that business and politics do not mix and my first duty is to do my share of the business at the S. Q. R. store. Yours truly, OSCAR H. RENNER. VOTE TO REPORT NEW BONUS BILL WASHINGTON, March 13.—House ways any means commit voted to report the new soldier bonus bill to the house. WASHINGTON, March 13. The senate by a vote of 41 to today defeated the Norbeck-Business farm aid bill appropriated $50,000,000 to loan to farmers the wheat regions and parcel livestock and to diversify crops. The bill would have authorised the secretary of agriculture make loans to farmers not exceeding $1,000 each. BANK SUES NELSON Freed of alleged oil charge in U. S. court at Los Angeles, Chris Nelson, Winfrey rancher, today was facing a brought by the First Natl bank of Santa Ana to collect $000 on a note. The bank asks foreclosure 60 acres of Nelson's at Winburg, a mortgage for which said to have been given as a city. Court circles in Santa Ana called that a bank official fled for Nelson's good chance at the "square deal" oil trade Los Angeles recently. FOREIGN NEWS NUGGET CEUTA-Morocco, March 1 Spanish gunboat today captures British yacht which was gliding arms into Morocco for Riff tribesmen. PLAIN DEALER CLASS ADS PRODUCE RESULTS U. S. JURY HEARS BRIBERY CHARGES WASHINGTON, March 13. The cases of the two members of congress accused of having accepted bribes for using their "influence" in Washington were placed before a federal grand jury here today. The government was represented by four assistant attorneys general Crim, Davis, Willebrandt and Seymour, acting under the direction of Attorney General Daugherty. MINISTER SUES SACRAMENTO, March 13. Charging "malicious libel" Rev. William McCartt, formerly pastor of the Baptist church at Ceres and now in charge of a pastorate at Fallon, Nev., has filed suit in federal court here asking $50,000 damages from Jerome B. Tupper of Ceres. Rev. McCartt alleges Tupper accused him of immoral conduct with three young women of Ceres, wrote "scandalous letters" concerning him and falsely accused him to such extent that he was forced to leave the state to secure a charge. ASSERTS DAUGHERTY JOINED "OIL POOLS" (Continued from First Page) ments in private also came there?" "Yes." Did you ever hear Mr. Smith speak of Col. James A. Darden? "I met Mr. Darden at the 'shack' near Washington Courthouse after President Harding's inauguration." The "shack" was a country place kept by Daugherty and Jesse Smith. Do you know the purpose of Mr. Darden's visit to the shack? "Yes, Mr. Smith told me," the witness replied. Who all did you see at the shack," asked Wheeler. Mr. Smith and Darden." Mr. Smith was Mr. Daugherty's partner, wasn't he? In law?" the witness asked. Western Auto ~the home of Quality 90 Stores 128 pages! Western Giant CORDS Extra Quality—Extra Service Extra Weight SEXE 30x3½ $12.65 32x3½ 15.80 31x4 18.85 LOS ANGELES POTATOES LOS ANGELES, March 13.—Poors: Idaho russets $2.25 @; pourer $2.00; Oregon andida Burbanks best $2.75 @; poorer $2.50; new stock outside, San Diego 10 @ 11c; 12c pounds. BANK CLEARINGS San Francisco, $26,400,000. Seattle, $7,881,503. Portland, $6,769,705. Oakland, $2,752,100. San Diego, $744,719. Los Angeles, $28,720,987. LOS ANGELES CITRUS LOS ANGELES, March 13.—anges: Northernns and southerns special brands $3.75 @ $4.00; and smaller $3.00 @ $3.50; market park $2.85 @ $3.25. Culls @ $1.25. lemons: special brands $3.25 @ $3.50; choice $2.25 @ $2.50; market pack $2.00 @ $2.25; grapefruit: Imperial Valley special brands $4.00 @ $4.50; pourer 00 @ $3.50; locals special brands $4.00 @ $4.50; poorer 00 @ $3.50; locals special brands $3.25 @ $3.50. LOS ANGELES PRODUCE LOS ANGELES, March 13.—Enter 50 Eggs: extras 26; ease count 23½; pullets 23. Poultry:ens 24; broilers 29; fryers 33. NEW YORK CITRUS NEW YORK, March 13.—twelve cars of navels, five mixed cars and five cars of lemons sold. Navel market slightly higher on 90s and larger; slightly easier in 216s and smaller. Lemon marekt firm. Navel averages ranged from 1.80 to $3.90; lemons $3.10 to 2.85. FRUIT SALES (Calif. Fruit Exchange) New York: steady navels, and lemons; $2.65 to $3.90, lemons $3.05 to $3.75, Boston: higher oranges, unchanged lemons; oranges $3.50 to $3.85, lemons $2.85 to $3.90. Philadelphia: higher oranges, unchanged lemons; oranges $2.25 to $3.35, lemons $3.15 to $3.40. Pittsburgh: steady oranges and lemons; oranges $2.60 to $3.30, lemons $2.50 to $4. REPAIR PARTS FOR FORDS The few examples listed will give you an idea of the completeness of our line. Rear Axle Housings and parts. Front Axle and parts. Wheels and wheel parts. Gazoline Tanks. Feed Pipes in various sizes. Cylinder Head Gaskets. Crank Case. Connecting Rods. Commutators. Steering Gear Assembly. Radiators, Fans, Belts, etc. PLAIN DEALER CLASSIFIED ADS PRODUCE RESULTS Western Giant CORDS Extra Quality—Extra Service Extra Weight SEED WESTERN GIANT Extra Heavy 12,000 Miles Our 30x3½ $12.65 32x3½ 15.80 31x4 18.85 32x4 20.65 33x4 21.30 34x4 21.90 32x4½ 26.55 34x4½ 28.15 35x4½ 29.20 35x5 34.30 (Ask for Prices on Other Sites) WESTERN STANDARD (18,000 Miles Guarantee) 30x3½ $10.75 THURSDAY, MARCH 13, 1924 E TO REPORT NEW BONUS BILL WASHINGTON, March 13.—The always and means committee to report the new soldiers bill to the house. WASHINGTON, March 13.—On note by a vote of 41 to 32 defeated the Norbeck-Burrarm aid bill appropriating $9,000 to loan to farmers of meat regions and purchase stock and to diversify crops. The bill would have authorized secretary of agriculture to loans to farmers not exceed-1,000 each. BANK SUES NELSON Need of alleged oil fraud in U.S. court at Los AnChris Nelson, Wintersburg, today was facing a suit right by the First National of Santa Ana to collect $20,000 on a note. The bank asks foreclosure on acres of Nelson's at Wintersburgh; a mortgage for which was to have been given as securtion circles in Santa Ana red that a bank official testifor Nelson's good character the "square deal" oil trial in Angeles recently. FOREIGN NEWS NUGGETS DEUTA Morocco, March 13.—A British gunboat today captured a Irish yacht which was smuggling arms into Morocco for the tribesmen. AWAIL ARRIVAL OF RESCUE SHIP NORFOLK, Va., March 13.—Maritime authorities today awaited word from the Norwegian steamer Clissy, with ten survivors aboard from the Ward line freighter Santiago that foundered in the Atlantic storm with the probable loss of 25 men, 60 miles south of Cape Hatteras, early yesterday. The Santiago, with a cargo of sugar, was enroute to Matanzas, Cuba, to New York. She carried a crew of 35 men. The ten survivors were picked up in a lifeboat by the Clissy. MILAN. March 13—Signor Formi, leader of the "dissenting group" of Fascistl, was attacked and badly beaten today. Revolver shots were fired causing panic. FRANCS ADVANCE SENSATIONALLY NEW YORK, March 13.—Continuing its advance, as secretinal as the recent decline, the French franc was up 19 1/2 points at the opening of the foreign exchange today. The opening price was $4.40 1-2, based on the confirmation of reports that J. P. Morgan and Co. had beheaded a group of bankers to throw $100,-000,000 gold credits to the French government to check the drop of the franc. GENEVA. March 13.—Albania today requested the League of Nations to take over her economic reconstruction as in the case of Austria and Hungary. NOTICE! Theatre Tickets FREE WITH EVERY 5 gallons of Gasoline purchased at my filling station, you receive a free ticket to the United Theatre WM. SPERBER, Jr. Helena and W. Center St. WM. SPERBER, Jr. Helena and W. Center St. Burn Auto Supply Co. of Quality Service & Value Stores in the West —in our 1924 Catalog. Ask for one at any "Western Auto" store. Every automobile owner should have one—it is indispensable when new parts, accessories or tires are needed—it is a ready reference guide and is just chuck full of money-saving values of which you should take advantage. Ask for this new 1924 Catalog today! 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