oc-plain-dealer 1925-03-12

UNIED THEATRE TONIGHT ESTELLE TAYLOR (Mrs. Jack Dempsey) in "Passions Pathway" A Big Smashing Story of Excitement and Thrillie KOUGH & KOUGH SNAPPY COMEDY SINGING AND DANCING BILLY WEST in "The LINE RUSY" FRIDAY AND SATURDAY AL WILSON WORLD'S MOST AMAZING STUNT FLYER In His Most Terrilling Exploits "The AIR HAWK" You'll Thrill on You've Never Thrilled Before BABY PEGGY in "Jack and the Heanstalk" SPECIAL BOYS' MATINEE Saturday — 2 p.m. 50 HI-FLYER KITES FREE COMING SUNDAY, MONDAY, TUESDAY PREMIER PRESENTATION OF "CALIFORNIA IN 49" A Daring Story of How the West Was Won Special Atmospheric Prologue PRICES: 10c, 20c, 30c AIR STUNT MAN COMES TO UNITED Motion picture rights which have become history on the screen fade into insignificance before the daring of Al Wilson, world famous stunt aviator, who is starred in "The Air Hawk," which will be the attraction at the United theatre Friday and Saturday. Battling on the swerving, dipping, wing of an airplane, with a hundred-mile-an-hour wind whipping him as the big ship sweeps through the clouds, Mr. Wilson stages such a fight as was never seen before; and it in certain that nobody but Al Wilson could accomplish the feat. The most remarkably photography gives as vivid a picture of the national struggle as if one were in the plane itself and when Wil SPORTING EVENTS Santa Ana J. C. basketball team was beaten 16-1 by Whittier College yesterday at Whittier. Clark of Santa Ana did some star playing. CORVALLIS—First of three game series to decide Pacific Coast inter-collegiate basketball championship between California and Oregon Aggies is to be played here tonight. Each team, the confident, is weakened by loss of regular Aggies will be without George Brown, center, out with gripe. Fred Diwosky will take pivot position. Bears are without Holmes-star forward. Coach Price said likely lineup will be Watson and CONCORDIA HIRES FOR FAMOUS COACHES By H. HOCH August (Pop) Reitz, famer turner and instructor, has been secured by Concordia Athletic club to coach local turners in preparation for grand prize meet in Adelaide June 14th. "Pop' Reitz is one of the best class turners of Turn Verein Omania of Los Angeles. He has been an athlete of note and a wonder-coach; he has won many events meets in meets in this country abroad and has been instructors several large gymnasiums, 16 Angeles and other cities. The Concordia Athletic club has been very fortunate in seeing such a capable coach and confident of winning several plays in coming meet under his instruction. Instructor Reitz desires to organize a class for business men. He states there are about members in the businessmen's class in Los Angeles Turn Society between 35 and 60. He smiles added: "Turners never grow old." Clssasses are held every Monday and Fridays, from 7 to 9 p.m. and the instructor will be from Los Angeles every Monday. Business men and boys urged to attend. SEEK REDRESS FOR INJURY TO YOU Andrew Bischoff, opposed Attorney D. J. Bischoff, Bishop, today took the stand Superior Judge Z. D. West's in Santa Ana in an effort to lect $10,150 from the Pleck Stage Lines and the Coast T lines. The suit is brought by Murphy, guardian of the San Diego youth, who, as a passenger the stage, was injured when in collision with the truck. In a previous trial, held Battling on the swerving, dipping, wing of an airplane, with a hundred-mile-an-hour wind whipling him as the big ship sweeps through the clouds, Mr. Wilson stages such a fight as was never seen before; and it in certain that nobody but Al Wilson could accomplish the feat. The most remarkably photography gives as vivid a picture of the sensational struggle as if one were in the plane itself, and when Wilson slips over the edge of the wing, hanging on by one hand and desperately claws himself back to a place of comparatively safety it makes the hair stand on end! Director Bruce Mitchell deserves great credit for the picture, which can safely be termed something different in screen entertainment. An interesting dramatic story is provided for Mr. Wilson and he is fortunate in the selection of a good cast, headed by beautiful Virginia Browne Falle. Manager Anderson has arranged a big treat for the boys of Anaheim. On Saturday they will have a special matinee and 50 lucky boys will receive a Hi-Fly kite. FILM STARS GALORE IN HOLLYWOOD PLAY Anna Q. Nilsson has five elanding men, including several stars, in one scene of "Laes From Hollywood." First National picture at the California Friday and Saturday. Antonio Moreno, Wallace Beery, Lloyd Hughes, Ben Lyon and Ford Sterling all appear in one sequence, having luncheon in her studio dressing room. It affords an intimate glimpse of studio life, and goes a long way to prove that one cannot judge motion picture people by the personalities which they register on the screen. Most producers forbid their stars to appear before other cameras than their own. However, in this case, such legal formalities were waived by all parties concerned. Who could resist Anna Q.? So, if you want to see this aggregation all at once, the world's worst"—that is to say, best—william, a great comedian, and three of the handsomest leading men, you must see "Innez" on the screen. The picture was directed by Alfred E. Green, and has in the support cast Mary Astor, Laurence Wheat, Rose Dione, Snitz Edwards, Ray Hallor, E. H. Calvert and Harry Depn. "Nerve Tonic," a Christie comedy and an Aenopus Fable complete the program. Lee and Ben Turpin in "Three Foolish Weeks." MOTHER AND SON INJURED IN CRASH CORVALLIS—First of three-game series to decide Pacific Coast inter-collegiate basketball championship between California and Oregon Aggies is to be played here tonight. Each team, the confident, is weakened by loss of regular Aggies will be without George Brown, center, out with grippie Fred Diwosky will take pivot position. Bearrs are without Holmes, star forward. Coach Price said likely lineup will be Watson and Jorgensen, forwards, Higgins-Center; Belasco and either Carver or Fechter, guards. AVALON—A Cub-Cardinal deal seems to be in making. Sam Brendan, aid for Branch Rickey of Cardinals, visited Cub camp and is said to be in need of pitcher. Cubs need an outfielder who can hit. SHREVEPORT—Eddle Collins is preparing to pare White Sox slab staff from 17 to eight. The twirlers are putting curves on ball now and in consequence there has been big slump in hitting. The veterina continue to take things easy. AUGUSTA—For first time this year, Tiger team took field for practice this morning complete in every detil. The full roster was accounted for when Heinle Manush came to terms with management after holdout of two weeks and Bert Cole, southpay pitcher, arrived in camp. Beginning tomorrow Cobb will stage contest; between regulars and the yannigans. OAKLAND — Kid Kaplan, of Meridon, Conn., recognized as world’s featherweight champion, was prepared today to continue successful invasion of far west, having easily won 12 round no-decision bout here last night from Johnny Farr of Oakland. Kaplan took ten rounds, knocked Farr down twice and coasted thru to victory, completely outclassing westerner. LOS ANGELES — Joe Benjamin, California lightweight and runner-up for crown recently abandoned by Benny Leonard, will meet Johnny O'Donnell of St. Paul here March 31 in ten-round battle. RUM SHIP NEARLY TURNS BOTTOM UP VANCOUVER, B. C., March 12. The rum runner Princepio had a narrow escape from turning turtle in Vancouver harbor today and reports were current for some time that she was sinking. It appears that the water ballast tanks had been emptied completely on the port side and the starboard tanks left full when she left the ship. INJury TO YOU Andrew Bischoff, opposed Attorney's D. J. Bischoff and O Bishop, today took the stance Superior Judge Z. B. West's in Santa Ana in an effort to lift $10,150 from the Pick Stage Lines and the Coast T Lines. The suit is brought by Murphy, guardian of the San go youth, who, as a passenger the stage was injured when he collided with the truck. In a previous trial, held by Judge R. Y. Williams, a jury $4000 judgment to the plaintiff holding the stage company responsible for payment. A new trial was greater pleadings to the effect that judgment was excessive and error had been found in the cedure of the trial. Young Bischoff still bears disfigurations caused by the which took place in May, and there were pointed out in jury today, the youth making self a human "blackboard." Foreign News CONSTANTINOPLE — The advance guards attempted from recaptured city of Diar and fired on neighboring villa Turkish artillery returned insurgents, who are active paring for new attack against Beklr. BERLIN—Funeral of late Ebert cost less than $50.00 was officially announced The government announced allowed declarations by Comm in Prussian diet that funer cost $750.00. ROME—A severe earth shock was felt in eastern last night, according to here today. Houses were damaged population panic struck. BERLIN—Dr. Walter was offically sworn in as dent ad interim of German ceremony taking place in stag Dr. Simons will take duties of late Pres. Ebert presidential elections Marce. TOKYO—Japanese force today officially dealt Ambassador Matsudaira to take up important quest Washington as soon as his trials were presented. It cleared that the ambassade no special instructions or mission and will be concern the present merely with diplomatic matters. ANTWERP—Belgium paring to evacuate all all Germany now being occu ING men, you must see "Inez" on the screen. The picture was directed by Alfred E. Green, and has in the supporting cast Mary Astor, Laurence Wheat, Rose Dione, Snitz Edwards, Bay Hallor, E. H. Calvert and Harry Depp. "Nerve Tonic," a Christie comedy and an Aenop Fable complete the program. Lee and Ben Turpin in "Three Foolish Weeks." MOTHER AND SON INJURED IN CRASH Mrs. Margaret Perk and won were slightly injured yesterday when the Ford coupe in which they were riding collided with a Ford driven by A. V. Sullivan of Brea; according to a report at the Fullerton office of the Auto Club of So. Calif. The accident occurred on Central-ave, Los Angeles. Both cars were damaged. AT UNITED FRIDAY AND SATURDAY Some from THE AIR HAWK THE PLAIN DEALER, ANAHEIM, CALIF. CORDIA HIRES FAMOUS COACH By H. ROCH Just (Pop) Reitz, famous and instructor, has been by Concordia Athletic club local turners in preparation grand prize meet in Anaheim June 14th. Reitz is one of the high earners of Turn Verein Ger. of Los Angeles. He has been a note and a wonderful man he has won many events in his meets in this country and has been instructor in large gymnasiums in Los and other cities. Concordia Athletic club very fortunate in securing a capable coach and is ent of winning several places meeting under his instruc- ructor Reitz desires to or-ate a class for business men states there are about 60 men in the businessmen's on Los Angeles Turn Society, then 35 and 60. He smiling at "Turners never grow old." States are held every Monday and Fridays, from 7 to 9 p.m., the instructor will be here Los Angeles every Monday Business men and boys are to attend. KEK REDRESS FOR INJURY TO YOUTH Andrew Biscoff, opposed by Jony D. J. Biscoff and Clyde Hop, today took the stand in Superior Judge Z. B. West's court Ana in an effort to col $10,150 from the Pickwick Lines and the Coast Truck. The suit is brought by Johnny, guardian of the San Diego who, as a passenger on vintage, was injured when it was collision with the truck. A previous trial, held before ST. LOUIS BROWNS WILL STAND PAT TARFON SPRINGS, Fl., Mar. 12—Variety may be the salt and pepper of this squirrel cage called life, but apparently George Sisler plans to take his without seasoning. He announced today the Browns will remain as was, barring departure of Urban Shoeker and co-inCIDENTAL advent of Joe Bush, bulled. Not another major operation is to be performed upon the patient, it being reported that mother, father and child are doing well. Sisler himself will oblige at first base; Marty McManus, at present catranged over a difference of opinion on sordid money matters, eventually will get around to play second base; Gerber, perforce, will continue at first base will appear at third base. The first string fly chasers, namely, Williams, Jacobson and Tobin, remain intact, with Dr. George Evans practicing outeider, as leading substitute. Herschell Bennett, Western Ass'n star, is making himself generally useful, but Herschell has picked tough spot. The Brown outfield roe is among the best in baseball. Tobin slipped bit last year, so he led himself to a desist and had him to his worst. Now they claim Johnny, forged by store teeth, is ready for a big season. The first thing you know some all player will have himself amputated from a pestiferous windpipe and naturally will proceed to all a million. Inevitable Hank Severold will de-most or all the catching, assisted if at all, by Tony Rego and Leo Dixon, provided the latter decides to report. He was obtained from St. Paul for cut-out sum of $50,000 and wants saare of loot. Bush, who engaged Miller Huggins at popular pastime of loggerheading throut, 1924 soaring levels. But demand for stocks shrank appreciably after first hour and professional traders were giving JOURY TO YOUTH Andrew Bischoff, opposed by Benny D. J. Bischoff and Clyde Dip, today took the stand in Prior Judge Z. B. West's court Ana in an effort to col- $10,150 from the Pickwick Lines and the Coast Truck Line and the Coast Truck The suit is brought by John Bohy, guardian of the San Dieouth, who, as a passenger on stage, was injured when it wail illisition with the truck. A previous trial, held before R. Y. Williams, a jury gave judgment to the plaintiff, the stage company alone consistent for payment. A new trial was granted on orders to the effect that the payment was excessive and that he had been found in the procedure of the trial. Young Bischoff still bears fact regulations caused by the crash which took place in May, 1923 there were pointed out to the today, the youth making him a human "blackboard." Foreign News CONSTANTINOPLE — Turkish ance guards attempted sortie in recaptured city of Diar Bekir fired on neighboring villages. Kish artillery returned fire of urgents, who are actively pregiving for new attack against Diar Bekir. BERLIN — Funeral of late Pres. cost less than $50,000. It is officially announced today. The government announcement declared by Communists. Prussian diet that funeral had at $750,000. ROME — A severe earthquake lock was felt in eastern Sicily at night, according to advices today. Houses were damaged and population panic stricken. BERLIN — Dr. Walter Simons is officially sworn in as presint ad interim of Germany to remembrance taking place in reiching Dr. Simons will take over of late Pres. Ebert until residential elections March 29. TOKYO — Japanese foreign office today officially denied that ambassador Matsudaira planned take up important questions in washington as soon as his credenals were presented. It was described that the ambassador has special instructions or special mission and will be concerned for the present merely with routine diplomatic matters. ANTWERP — Belgium is preparing to evacuate all parts of now being occupied by Kasha Ensemble · Chic for Spring AS SHORTS COVER NEW YORK, March 12.—Short covering in stockmarket today accounted for most of strength exhibited in industrial stocks. Speculative buying of rails and public utility shares was stimulated by expectations of special developments in number of leading companies and in some cases prices advanced in good form to higher levels. But demand for stocks shrunk appreciably after first hour and professional traders were given control of market. Special weakness cropped out in some sections with Amencon Woblen as target for bearish attacks as result of which stock dropped to new low for year at 45%. With General Electric up seven points to 212, Ann. Can, Ludium Steel and other industrial leaders up two to six points; with orr stocks apparently ready to stage another rally and railroad stocks forging ahead two or three points to new high price levels for year, market presented good contrast to last few sessions, when prices were tumbling and bearish rumors of all kinds were flooding financial district. Active buying of public utilities stocks was feature with Utah Seentles up five points to a new high at 64%; Public service of New Jersey up three points; North American and Philadelphia Co. active and higher. Strength of oils was due to firming of crude oil market and reports that forthcoming statements of 1924 earning of important companies would be more favorable than preceding year. Grain prices rallied as day advanced but cotton was heavy with declines in maximum of 30 points or about $1.50 bale. Call money renewed at 4½ per cent at opening but declined to four per cent around noon. Stock sales today 1,461,700 shares; bonds $14,801,000. COTTON OPENS STEADY NEW YORK, March 12.—Cotton prices were steady at the opening today, first prices were from unchanged to seven points higher. Marchopened at 25.60, up seven points; May 25.82, up five points and July 26.05 unchanged. The cotton market was weak at the close 31 to 40 points lower. Spot cotton was down 40 points with middling uplands at 25.50. FOREIGN EXCHANGE NEW YORK, March 12.—Sterling demand 4.77% cables 4.77%; French demand 5.14% cables 5.15%; Belgian demand 5.04% cables 5.05%; Swiss demand 19.24 cables 19.26; Lire demand 4.07% cables 4.08; Sweden demand 26.92; cables 26.96; Norway demand 15.28; cables 15.32; Denmark demand 17.99; cables 18.03; Greek demand and cables 1.50%. ORANGE-CO BE ENDORSES A The 160-foot trunk Santa Ana and Los Angeles way of Cypress was a realization today, dorsement by the plan for the preliminary Central Boulevard metropolis was reprint committee before the outlined the plan for which will parallel the way to Watts. BURGLARS A TO ENTER Burglars made an attempt to enter the tiny Store, 204 North Sullivan Road, Fullerton police. The door was silt and a beam used to boo Kasha Ensemble Chic for Spring FIRST TILT OVER GAS TAX THURSDAY SACRAMENTO, March 12—First tilt between proponents of an increase in the state gasoline tax and those opposed to the increase will occur Thursday evening at a joint meeting of the revenue and taxation committees of the assembly and the senate. It was announced today by Senator Arthur H. Breed of Piedmont, author of the bill, calling for a tent raise in the tax. Five-year-old Humphrey was standing in the kitchen with his eyes upon a dish of cakes when his mother came in and found air. "What are you doing there?" he asked. "I was thinking, mother," replied the youngster. "Thinking? Well of what were you thinking? I hope you haven't touched those cakes." "That's what I was thinking about," came the ready answer. "I was wondering whether the cakes were good enough to be whipped for." It was just before breakfast. The farmbands were lined up at the washbasin, when Parmer Brown noticed the new hand standing off in the corner. "Haven't you washed yet, Hi," curried Parmer Brown. "Shucks, no," exclaimed the new hand. "I don't get dirty when I sleep." Natural toned kasha cloth is not only chic for spring wear but the ensembles of this well liked fabric are beautiful. THURSDAY, MARCH 12, 1925 Friday and Saturday Another Knockout Show VAUDEVILLE ON THE SCREEN FIVE CLASSY ACTS localist Moments Artistic Smiles & Surprises Palm Beach Tromps Oth Century Revue INEZ from HOLLYWOOD ANNA D. NILSSON & LEWIS STONE INSIDE STORY OF STUDIO FILM FINAL TIMES TONIGHT THOMAS MEIGHAN in "COMING THROUGH" KIDDIES' SCHOOL MATINEE AT CALIF. FRIDAY AND SATURDAY VAUDEVILLE AT CALIF. FRIDAY & SATURDAY The big vaudeville road show booked for the California theatre Friday and Saturday is all big-time stuff of exceptionally entertaining value. Each of five classy acts is a headliner. Don McKinnon is a vocalist of ability from the Emerald Isles and his Irish songs and other popular selections are a treat to the ear. Pedrick and DeVere in "Moments Artistic" is a rare combination of songs and dances of their own creation. Harry and Kiffy Sutton in their own original comedy novelty, "The Powder Puff Girl," are two very Would Hold Realty Dealer to Contract Alleging that a $93,750 real estate transfer fell through when the defendants in the action refused to abide by an asserted contract, suit to compel performance of contract was on file in the superior court at Santa Ana, with the Imperial Valley Rancho, Inc., as plaintiff. Its property valued at the foregoing amount, the corporation claims, was to be traded for property on North Main-st, Santa Ana, valued at $75,750, and owned by Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Skiles. Though the pallintiff put the papers in escrow and deposited a $5000 damage, the defendants refused to carry out the trade when they found a mortgage of $16,000 on the Imperial Valley land in reality was divided into two mortgages of $8000 each, a mutual mistake, the incorporation alleges. ORANGE-CO BOARD ENDORSES AIRLINE The 100-foot trunk line between Santa Ana and Los Angeles by way of Cypress was a step nearer realization today, following endorsement by the supervisors of plans for the preliminary survey. The Central Boulevard Assn. of metropolis was represented by a committee before the board and outlined the plan for the highway which will parallel the P. E. all the way to Watts. BURGLARS ATTEMPT TO ENTER STORE Burelars made an unsuccessful attempt to enter the Porter Variety Store, 204 North Spadra-rd, last night, according to a report to Fullerton police. The rear screen door was slit and a brace and bit had been used to bore a hole thru booked for the California theatre Friday and Saturday is all big-time stuff of exceptionally entertaining value. Each of five classy acts is a headliner. Don McKinnon is a vocalist of ability from the Emerald Isles and his Irish songs and other popular selections are a treat to the ear. Pedrick and DeVere in "Moments Artistic" is a rare combination of songs and dances of their own creation. Harry and Kiffy Sutton in their own original comedy novelty, "The Powder Puff Girl," are two very clever young artists who have an offering that for good solid laughter can't be beat. Mack and Bernard offer "Two Palm Beach Tramps," a clever bit of singing, talking and comedy dancing of the very best. "INDIAN FOLLICE," the act unique, is a twentieth century entertainment by some real Redmen and Indian girls. This is perhaps the only act of its kind in the world and it was only by special arrangement that they were secured to appear on the vaudeville stage. A magnificent stage setting is carried with the Indian Folls and special lighting effects of much beauty are displayed throut the act. "PENROD AND SAM" AT CALIF. SATURDAY "Peprod and Sam," delightful story of boyhood days by Booth Tarkington and starring little Ben Alexander, is the special picture picked for the kiddies' big school matinee at the California theatre Saturday at 10:30 a.m. These matinees are given thrue co-operation of the Parent-Teachers' Assn. and West Coast Theatre, and in Los Angeles where they were started have proven wonderful success. Most meetings of the T.-P. A. have discussed a moving picture entertainment for the children and these special Saturday school matinees are filling a long felt want. Each picture is personally picked by members of the department of visual education of Los Angeles as being especially good for children. BURGLARS ATTEMPT TO ENTER STORE Burglar made an unsuccessful attempt to enter the Porter Variety Store, 204 North Spadra-rd, last night, according to a report to Fullerton police. The rear screen door was slit and a brace and bit had been used to bore a hole through the wooden door in a circle big enough to admit a man's hand to reach the lock. The burglars were evidently frightened away before they had completed their job, police said. LONDON—London is experiencing coldest weather of year today with freezing wind and snow storm. The most economical little salesman is a Class Ad in this paper. LOS ANGELES PRODUCE LOS ANGELES, March 12—Butter 43, Eggs: extra 32.75; case count 31; pulllets 28. Poultry: Hena 18 @ 28; broilers 32 @ 25; fryers 32. Hares: unchanged. LOS ANGELES POTATOES LOS ANGELES, March 12—Stockton Burbanka $2.75 @ $3.00 poorer $2.50; Idaho russels $2.25 @ $2.40; new stock San Diego and Carlsbad @ 9c; small 5 @ 9c. LOS ANGELES CITRUS LOS ANGELES, March 12—Oranges: Southern special brands navela, large sizes $5.25; medium $4.75; small $4.25 @ $4.50. Lemons: local special brands $5.25 @ $5.50. Grapefruit: Northern special brands $3.00 @ $3.25; Imperial valley special brands $5.25 @ $5.50; others $4.00 @ $5.00. BANK CLEARINGS San Francisco ..... $29,700,060 Seattle ..... $1,190,846 Portland ..... $6,516,547 Oakland ..... $4,405,400 San Diego ..... $50,477 Los Angeles ..... $29,020,110 "Roofing you can rely on" SON, I had those Shingles put on twenty years ago and they are just as good as new. I've had no expense for twenty years—no painting—no repair—and I think they look well, don't you? "They were laid sight over the old shingles and you'll save money if you put them on your roof." "They come in red, green, blue-black and golden brown." 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