ONE HUNDRED YEARS AGO
1897
Wilmar N. Tognazzini, Compiler
2160 San Bernardo Creek Road
Morro Bay, CA 93442-2405
INTRODUCTION
This is my tenth in the series of books entitled ONE HUNDRED YEARS AGO.
It deals, as did the others, with the history of San Luis Obispo County as it
was recorded in the local newspaper, the MORNING TRIBUNE, a century ago.
I call the attention of the reader to the change in format of this
volume. In previous volumes, all vital statistics including births, deaths and
marriages were a part of the main text of the book. In examining this
procedure, I reasoned that it was a waste of time and effort to have to repeat
titles like DEATHS, BIRTHS, MARRIAGES several times in a given week so I
decided that I would put all vital statistics in respective sections at the end
of the body of text. The reader and the researcher will probably find this much
more convenient and wonder why I didn’t do it before. I wonder that myself!
1897 was not a year of startling events for the county. Other than
births, deaths and marriages, only three major events took place.
Hordes of men, and a few women during this year following the discovery
of gold in Alaska in 1896 rushed there for the promised instant wealth. It is
likely that Dan Lopez, a San Luis Obispo barber, was going to go to the
Klondike on his own, so the Telegram Tribune took advantage of this and commissioned him to send back periodic
reports of his experiences. These reports are included and make for very
interesting reading.
This same year, the San Miguel Mission celebrated the 100th anniversary
of its founding, a notable event. The centennial was well covered by the
Morning Tribune. The coverage is included. Now in 1997, as this book is being
formatted, plans are being made to celebrate its bicentennial.
The third event which probably attracted more local attention than
anything else, was the murder of Pierre Hyppolite Dallidet on the grounds of
the historical Dallidet Adobe by his brother John. Today these same grounds where the murder took place, are used for weddings, a Victorian
Christmas, a Heritage Day and receptions of one kind or another. All the
newspaper accounts of the tragedy are included here.
There were, of course, other things that happened. A terrible train
accident took the life of a young girl and maimed her sister. These were the
Hansen sisters of Santa Margarita who were on their way to San Luis Obispo for
instructions in music. At the Boronda crossing, a northbound train came
thundering around a bend and smashed into their buggy as they crossed the
tracks.
The death of Stella Hansen, and the physical and emotional scarring of
Lizzie stirred the community into action. Demands were made for the S.P. to
install safer crossings and a suit for damages was brought by the parents of
the girls. All of this is covered in this 1897 volume.
Local news, important as it was to those who lived in San Luis Obispo
County in 1897, did not cover a world event that would have great influence forever.
An important discovery of the year, may have made small notice in the large
metropolitan papers at that time but locally it warranted no mention. A British
physicist named Joseph John Thomson on April 30, 1897 discovered the first
subatomic particle, the electron. He made the discovery while experimenting
with radiation from cathode ray tubes. This discovery was the precursor of the
atomic bomb, which has been a major influence on our world starting so
dramatically with the use of the first atomic bomb in Hiroshima on August 6,
1945 and the second in Nagasaki on August 9.
Another year!. Another series of events. I remind the readers again
that I can in no way guarantee the correctness of the information I have
included. Whatever is found in this and the other volumes is only as accurate
as the editor required it to be ONE HUNDRED YEARS AGO. If he sacrficed accuracy
because of personal perspectives, favoritisms, or hidden prejudices, I have no
way of knowing that.
Enjoy!
Wilmar N. Tognazzini
TABLE
OF CONTENTS
January1, 1897 through December 31, 1897................................................................................................................ 1 -
124
(The weeks are arranged chronologically)
Vital statistics, BIRTHS............................................................................................................................................... 125 -
126
Vital statistics, DEATHS............................................................................................................................................... 127 - 129
Vital statistics, MARRIAGES AND MARRIAGE
LICENSES........................................................................... .
. 130
- 136
(These statistics are listed alphabetically
with the groom’s surname as well as alphabetically
with the bride’s surname.)
The DALLIDET INCIDENT........................................................................................................................................... 137 - 148
Dan Lopez, REPORT ON ALASKA EXPERIENCES................................................................................................ 149 - 155
San Miguel Mission CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION.............................................................................................. 156 - 159
Index................................................................................................................................................................................... 160 - 191
January 1, 1897 through
January 4, 1897.
CHANGE THE SIX TO SEVEN NOW.
HOW SAN LUIS OBISPO WELCOMED THE BRIGHT NEW
YEAR.
The High School and the Firemen Entertaining
and Also the Shaw Performers.
There were a great many resolutions passed by a unanimous vote last
night when the hour had pointed to 12 o'clock and the New Year dawned. Like
most resolutions they will be about as effective.
There were the usual solos galore upon tin horns, and a vast amount of
other noisy instruments of jollification, which the small boy manufactured for
the event. And there were a great many individuals who were exceedingly happy
and grew even more so, as morning dawned.
It
has been customary for the New Year revelers to own the whole town. This time
they were compelled to exempt from their possessions the streets, the mud
preventing a clear title to that part of the universe. The rest of it they were
in strict possession of, however.
The
people of this city found no reason to complain of a lack of entertainment that
evening.
First of all, the Sam Shaw company presented one of its best plays
entitled "My Partner." There was a large house and no one regretted
being present. Every character was ably brought out, and Sam Shaw and his
popular troupe were greeted with applause, generous and well meant. San Luis
Obispo appreciates a good show and the name of Sam Shaw is an assurance of
their seeing one.
The
concerts given by the Shaw band every day in front of Goodrich's store, are
very popular and large crowds gather around to hear the music.
This
afternoon for the price of 10 and 20 cents, the company will play as a matinee,
"Myrtle Fern."
Tonight "Lady of Lyons."
Closing their engagement here the company goes to Paso Robles for a
whole week.
Last
evening at the rink, the High School club entertained, and with a few invited guests
watched the old year out and the new one in. Dancing was the means of
entertainment. (Compiler's note: The 1896 volume of ONE HUNDRED YEARS AGO
noted that a skating rink 35 x 70 feet had been built on the corner of Broad
and Higuera streets.)
The event
of the evening was the ball given by the Fire Department. Once a year the boys
have taken occasion to invite the people to an entertainment and the admission
charged goes into the sick benefit fund which was established a year ago.
Last
night's ball was a great success. The position of floor manager was filled by
John Pfleghaar of Vigilance Hose company No. 3, with J.R. Carlon, No. 3, and
W.G. Johnson No. 1, as his assistants.
The
reception committee consisted of W.B. Keeney, B. Berkmeyer, Chas. Dunbar,
Robert Maggi, N. O'Leary and H.P. Mathison.
George Lohr managed the refreshment part very efficiently.
The
music was furnished by a delegation from the membership of the Military band,
under the leadership of W.G Knight and consisted of the following: Chas.
Knight, J.J. Simas, Jr., F.J. Rodriguez, Dal Wurch, B. Bernardashi (sic),
Ernest Tonini, Guy Clayton, Frank Cox, Mark Evans and Harry Vincent.
At
the midnight hour the bells of the church chimed forth and the fire bell gave
one tap and we are now under the reign of a new year.
POZO ITEMS.
SUDDEN DEATH OF MRS. W.T. PIPPIN.
ED.
TRIBUNE—Mrs. Pippin, wife of W.T. Pippin, died at her home near Pozo on Monday,
Dec. 21, after a short illness. Mrs. Pippin was taken suddenly ill on Friday
night and Dr. Norton was immediately dispatched for, arriving on Saturday
morning. He pronounced the trouble paralysis of the throat, which finally
extended to the brain. The patient was temporarily relieved by the application
of an electric battery.
On
Monday morning she grew suddenly worse and Dr. Norton was again summoned but
death relieved her before he arrived. Mrs. Pippin was an estimable woman, well
known and liked in the community and the first to administer in sickness and
trouble. The funeral occurred on Wednesday and the remains, followed by a large
concourse of friends, were laid to rest in the family cemetery near her home...
HAPPENINGS NEW YEAR'S DAY.
CLERKS HAD A BREATHING SPELL AND PROPRIETORS
WERE OFF.
Sam Shaw Closes a Successful Week at the Pavilion
Tonight.
No
report appears this morning by Mr. Arata, of the doings of the county offices.
Most of them presented closed doors during all of yesterday.
At
noon the most of the stores about town were closed and the proprietors and
clerks enjoy themselves away from the cares and troubles of the counters. The
small delegation of bank clerks had the best of it in this respect, having the
whole day to themselves. Postmaster Payne closed the window and not until
evening was it possible for the person without a box to get a message through
the medium of Uncle Sam.
It
was a holiday with lots of mud, however, and rides out of town were not very
many. In consequence thereof the streets presented a scene of considerable
activity...
PASO ROBLES NEWS.
PASO
ROBLES, Jan. 1.—When the people of the Springs City looked out upon the first
rays of old Sol this morning they beheld the tracks of a midnight visitor
everywhere. It was Jack Frost who had been wandering around and who missed but
very few localities.
The
new year came to our town with a din and a hurrah. The new whistle on the mill
announced its presence for the first time, and we can truthfully say that it is
the most dismal sound we ever heard in the midnight hour. there were the usual
demonstrations about town and a general hunt for gates in the early morning... (Compiler's
note: A traditional young peoples' prank of New Year's eve at that time was to
steal and hide fence gates.)
Quite a number of our young bloods have sworn off this morning,
especially those who watched the old year almost out, and then try as they
could, failed to see the new one in, and even some of the telegraph poles...
JOHN GHIGLIOTTI FRIGHTFULLY HURT.
TERRIBLE RESULTS OF THE EXPLOSION OF A CAN OF
POWDER.
The Old Adobe House in Which He Lived is Torn
to Pieces.
...Last evening Johnnie Ghigliotti returned from a hunt, and after
supper at his home on north Chorro street, proceeded to clean out his guns, of
which he had three. He finished cleaning a double barrel shot gun and leaned it
up against the shelving in a crevice cut out of the adobe wall where there was
a twenty-five pound can of powder. He was on the point of picking up another
gun when suddenly there was a terrible explosion, and the room was torn asunder
and the roof came crashing down...
...How Johnny fared was terrible. His left arm was broken as well as the
index finger of his right hand. His face was blown into a perfect jelly and his
right eye protruded. Every feature of the face was frightfully marred. To make
matters worse, his clothes caught fire, and before it was extinguished he was
severely burned about the body...
...The cause of the accident was as follows as near as could be learned
by a very careful investigation. In cleaning the gun he had placed the end of
the barrel upon the hearth of the stove. In this way it is quite probable that
a coal of fire was caught on the end of the barrel in some ashes and upon being
set against the shelving the coal must have fallen into the can of powder and
caused the explosion...
The
room in which the explosion occurred was blown into shapeless ruin. The roof
came down in splinters and the windows and doors were so much kindling wood.
The use of an axe could not have made such a pile of splinters. The stove was
thrown over and at the point where the shelving was placed in the adobe wall a
hole was blown through and the adobe bricks were so much dust scattered over
the floor of the adjoining room...
Johnny was carried into an adjoining room and placed upon a bed where
Dr. Nichols soon after attended him. Dr. Nichols considers the chances for
recovery to be very small, although there may be no injuries which may prove
fatal. At the best he will lose his eyesight and be terribly disfigured for life...
January 5, 1897 through
January 11, 1897.
PASO ROBLES.
...City clerk Henry received a novel present from the east the other
day, in the shape of some dried persimmons. He treated a number of his friends
including the TRIBUNE correspondent, to some of the fruit which tastes like a
date. They are about the size of a walnut and are good to eat at any time.
DIED.
DUNHAM - In Paso Robles, Jan. 4, 1896, D.L.
Dunham, aged 36 years and 6 months. (Compiler's note: The typesetter
obviously made the same mistake that many people do after the beginning of a
new year. He did not change the year from 1896 to 1897.)
STUNG BY A SCORPION.
John
Ferini (sic) of Los Osos while cleaning land of some large boulders, was bitten
by a large scorpion which necessitated his coming to town at once. Under the
careful attention of Dr. Seaton, the wound was dressed and no serious results
are anticipated. (Compiler's note: The average person with limited
scientific knowledge would assume that a scorpion had "bitten," Mr.
Ferini. As a matter of accuracy, scorpions "sting" with a
threatening looking hypodermic-needle-like projection at the end of
their elongated abdomens.)
In
the raffle for a buggy and team of horses owned by W.H. Childers, ticket No. 69
won, which was held by M.J. Dormer, the agent for the Singer Machine Co.
DEVIL'S WELL.
THE LEGEND OF LITTLE ROSAMEL'S (sic) LONELY
GRAVE.
Some
fifteen or twenty years ago there lived at Pecho cove a fisherman, who
maintained his family by his perilous life on the sea. His child died, little
Rosamal (sic), and they buried her on a conical shaped bluff that jutted out
into the angry waves—it is perhaps twenty feet high—and at high or medium tide,
is completely surrounded by water, thus forming an island. Underneath is a cave
with an opening running straight to the top of this little island, the whole
thing corresponding in shape to a chimney and fireplace.
The
angry waters dash with fury into this cave and up through the top of this
devil's well, scattering its briny spray on all sides, and o'er the poor little
grave. And deep in the bosom of those troubled waters lies the body of the dead
child's father, for he was drowned and the body was never recovered. And far
out over this stormy sea where ships go down in the night, and from whence they
never return, methinks the spirit of the father comes gliding over the waters,
mingling with the slimy things of the deep, and the demons of the storm, and
hovers over the grave of little Rosamel, there slumbering peacefully amid the
roar and hiss, and the briny tears of Devil's Well.
The
Templeton Advance contains a proposition which should be looked into by the
raisers of prunes east of the mountains. The paper advocates the building of a distillery
for making brandy from the fruit. (Compiler's note: The many prune orchards
which once embellished the rolling hills east of Paso Robles, have, for the
most part been removed. A few reminders of these orchards remain.)
IT'S A BIRD.
As
Henry Sledge was walking out the other day two miles west of San Marcos, he saw
a large gray eagle standing on the ground. His dog pounced upon the bird and
was not only knocked out of the fight but nearly out of his hide in the first
round, which lasted just six seconds. By this time Sledge had secured a club
with which he succeeded in killing the bird after a hard fight. It measured six
feet from tip to tip of its wings. Its wings and monstrous claws are now on
exhibition at the ranch—Arroyo Grande Herald.
GLOVE CONTEST.
IT COMES OFF AT PASO ROBLES ON JANUARY 19.
The
glove contest between George Walton and C.A. Stockdale is to take place in Paso
Robles on the 19th instant. According to the terms of the challenge as made,
the bout was to have come off in this city, but with a blundering facility for
discovering mare's nests, the project was attacked by sundry busy bodies here,
and the event misrepresented with the result that the project was given up as
far as this town is concerned. (Compiler's note: The term "mare's
nest" means "something at first believed to be wonderful, but turning
out to be imaginary, or a hoax.") A boxing contest purely for points
and to demonstrate or exhibit skill in boxing is entirely unobjectionable and
no more open to exceptions than a game of baseball or football. No gymnasiums
in the country but regards boxing as its most valued physical exercise and no
public exhibition given by a gymnasium would be considered as complete without
contests of the kind.
There is a law against prize fighting, but there is none against
gymnastic exercises that we are advised of, and only stupidity or interested
malice could confound the two. The contest proposed by Walton and Stockdale is
simply a gymnastic exercise, a glove contest for points, as an exhibition of
skill, and no more to be objected to than a game of tennis.
A
vicious cow made things very lively on upper Monterey street yesterday. People
who were in the vicinity had some narrow escapes.
SENT HIM UP.
OSBORNE DENIED A WRIT OF HABEAS CORPUS.
One
day last week a man and girl walked into town carrying various bundles and a
little hand satchel and registered at the Union hotel as W.J. Osborne and wife.
The man claimed to be a corn doctor. It became known that the girl had moved
her quarters to the red curtained house on the hill just west of town. Monday
they returned to the Union Hotel and Landlord Stephens demanded an immediate
settlement. They could not settle of course, and skipped out to Lompoc. Mr.
Stephens had Osborne brought back and held for jumping a board bill, and Judge
Eddy gave him thirty days in jail. The fellow immediately sent a postal order
to the girl to enable her to return to San Luis. He claimed the girl to be his
wife but she denies that she is married to him and says that he took her from
Stockton about three months ago. Her real name appears to be Della Dye, and
somewhere an aching mother's heart is yearning for an erring daughter.—Arroyo
Grande Herald.
Osborne was brought here to serve his time in the county jail, he being
fined $30, and in lieu thereof to serve thirty days. He made application
through an attorney, J.M. Emmert, for a writ of habeas corpus which was heard
by Judge Unangst in the Superior court yesterday. The writ was denied, and the
prisoner will be compelled to serve his sentence.
The
prisoner and his inamorata (sic) left the court room arm in arm going as far as
the jail door when the sheriff took the man in charge.
January 12, 1897 through
January 18, 1897.
THE LAST RITES.
The
funeral of Domingo D. Lucas, a Portuguese farmer of Los Osos, took place
yesterday. It was of the largest that has taken place in San Luis for some
time, and was attended by his countrymen from all over the county.
SUDDEN DEATH.
Thomas
Higuera, the four-year-old son of Jesse Higuera died suddenly late Sunday
afternoon. The little fellow was troubled with consumption and was left sitting
on a chair in a room while the rest of the family went into the dining room.
During their absence the child died. Dr. Sinclair had been treating the case
for some time, but his efforts were futile, it being a hopeless task.
Messrs. Mehlmann and Erickson are making several improvements to the
Estrada Gardens. They will soon have the place ready for the picnics like those
of ten years ago. (Compiler's note: The Estrada Gardens were located on the
north side of San Luis Obispo just before the grade begins.)
PASO ROBLES NEWS.
A DOMESTIC DIFFICULTY LEADS TO A STABBING
AFFRAY.
PASO
ROBLES, Jan. 10.— As a result of a family row here Sunday evening about 7
o'clock, two men are under arrest and two others are laid up with sundry knife
wounds that are quite serious but not necessarily fatal. The knife wielders are
the Mustagno (sic) brothers and the two victims answer to the name of Bassi.
The
fight originated over the alleged domestic trouble of a sister of the Bassis,
who was married to one of the Mustagno's, but had left him. The two Mustagno
boys went to Bassi's house to get the woman to return, but upon her refusal to
go with them a quarrel arose, in which knives and rocks were used. Ben Mustagno
cutting one of the Bassi boys five times and the other three times. The cuts
are serious but not supposed to be fatal, at the present time.
Constable Smith arrested one and Night Watchman Waterman, the other.
NO CANAIGRE.
THE SAN JUAN RANCHO LEASED TO JONES &
SCHOENFELT.
Reports come from La Panza that Jones & Schoenfelt of the Carrisa
ranch, have leased the San Juan property known as the Flint estate, and will
pasture a large band of cattle and horses thereon. The property is said to
contain 50,000 acres.
A
German syndicate had intended to purchase the ranch for the purpose of
promoting a new industry in this county—that of canaigre culture, a product to
supplant bark in the art of tanning. (Compiler's note: Canaigre is a species
of Texan dock, the root of which yields an acid used in tanning.)
From
the above report it seems that the purchase of the property for the culture of
the vegetable product has been given up entirely.
A GAME WARDEN.
FISH COMMISSIONERS REGARD IT AS IMPORTANT
HERE.
In
reference to the appointment of a fish and game warden for this county, the
board of fish commissioners through their secretary, A.G. Fletcher, have
written as follows to one of the residents of this city, and it will be seen
that the board desires our county to have such an officer. The letter in
question among other things says:
"The commercial value of the game shipped last season to this
market (San Francisco) from your county, no less than 25,526 quail valued at
$2,127, being sent here. This amount is the price paid for the birds in your
county, and to it must be added some $400 to $500 besides for wild ducks, etc.
This industry should be protected as it is worth more than the salary of the
game warden would amount to.
"We have not the necessary funds to make a thorough investigation
regarding the necessities of San Luis Obispo county. If the right man were
appointed we could act in conjunction with him putting the streams in the best
condition and stocking your waters with native and introduced fishes."
TO THE PUBLIC.
Sacramento, Jan. 7, 1897.
To
the patrons of the San Luis Obispo postoffice.
I
hereby respectfully make known the fact that I am an applicant for the
appointment of postmaster of San Luis Obispo. Am encouraged to do so for
various reasons, the principal one of which is the bread and butter I will be
assured of. Another reason is I am better adapted, now, to perform the duties
incident to the postal service than of anything else I know of. Incidentally,
before I assumed the postmastership under President Harrison, I had
considerable to do with the postal service, which gave me quite an insight into
the duties and requirements of a postmaster. Then having four years and nearly
a half in the practical work as postmaster, I believe I am well equipped, now,
to continue, or re enter upon the duties which I suspended June 30, 1894, when
I vacated in favor of Mr. Payne.
I
make this announcement through the columns of the paper because of my temporary
absence at Sacramento. On account of this fact, I am compelled to forego the
advantage and pleasure of meeting you personally, when I would be pleased to
solicit your endorsement. Therefore I respectfully issue this public notice,
urgently soliciting your kind indorsement (sic), and request that, all those
who would kindly assist me in the matter, will please withhold your indorsement
(sic) until a friend, or myself, presents a petition for your signature.
I am
very respectfully,
W.S.
Canon
(Compiler's
note: As stated by Mr. Canon in the foregoing letter, he served as postmaster
in San Luis Obispo at an earlier period.)
OUR BOARD OF CITY TRUSTEES.
AND THE BUSINESS MEN CONSULT TOGETHER LAST EVENING.
It is Agreed That the Saloon License is Prohibitory and Should be
Reduced.
At the usual hour, according
to special call, the trustees met, and as per request the citizens had gathered
in force. The hall was crowded and nearly all the prominent merchants in town
were present.
Mayor Henderson called the
meeting to order and stated that the meeting had been called to ascertain the
sentiment of the business community as to the licenses collected and as to what
changes should be made. He first read a statement of the average disbursement
at present, showing fixed charges, police, lights, &c, of $625 per month,
and other expenditures, streets, &c, say, $550. That at the present time
all bills were paid and the treasury in good condition.
As requested Mr. Crocker was
called upon. Being asked he said that he thought the license upon the liquor
business was too high, but was not prepared to say what it should be. He
thought that the high license had caused many to leave town. He was not dissatisfied
with the license he had to pay.
Mr. Breiger favored doing away
with all licenses. He thought the liquor license too high. It should be $25 per
quarter on all parties selling liquor. But on business generally he thought all
revenues should be raised by direct tax on property. He did not believe in
reducing any expenditures **** well policed. (Compiler's note: Asterisks
indicate two or three words in a sentence which were not legible due to the age
of the newspaper photocopied.) For the present he would make no changes.
The money could not be raised in any other way.
Mr. Mark Lasar also believed
in direct taxation and abolition of licenses, but at present he was satisfied
with the system. The liquor license should be reduced, he thought 50 per cent.
Did not believe in separate licenses for different kinds of goods sold by the
same merchant.
Mr. Pattison could see no
policy in trying to make a merchant guess how much business he might do for the
coming quarter. If he underestimated he was to be fined, if he over estimated
he got nothing back. But he thought it cut no great figure. The saloon license
he thought altogether too high. No saloon could pay it and live. He thought
there was too much expense. There were too many policemen. He thought the city
was paying too much for electric lights. He wanted to make note about an
ordinance apparently directed at one man, a meat peddler, who was charged a
license of $75 a quarter, while the other butchers paid $5. It was an
oppression unjust and wrong.
Mr. Moise could not tell what
could be done in the next three months. Under the old system the merchants were
all satisfied. But as to the saloon men he thought the license was a cinch on a
handful of men. He thought $25 a quarter sufficient. Individually he had been
satisfied. He thought doctors, lawyers, dentists and all should pay on the same
basis as any other business.
Mr. Barneberg had no kick on
the amount of license collected or the disbursements but believed that every
class of business should pay a fixed and stated license. As to the saloon
license, he thought the town had not been injured by high license. He thought
it should be $75 or $200 per quarter.
Mr. Frederick could see no
sense in a high license which had ruined the business of every hotel, and
driven at least twenty families out of the town. In his opinion $35 a quarter
was enough.
Mr. Schmidt thought it better
to reduce the saloon license and if necessary let the marshal police the town.
Put the license at $50 or $75 per quarter and shut up Sundays and at 11
o'clock.
Mr. Schow though the saloon
license entirely too high. It ought not to be over $25 per quarter. Get along
without so much electric light. Put the same licenses on all stores or any
places selling liquor. Was not in favor of closing on Sunday.
Mr. Laughery thought the
liquor license too high, although no man in the town was more opposed to the
business than himself. He thought too much money was spent for light. The hotel
license was right enough, but he thought nothing could be more ridiculous than
the proposition to compel a man to estimate what business he might probably do
in the next quarter.
Mr. Rogers thought the city
expenses too high, there were too many officers, there were too many electric
lights. The idea seemed to be that no expense could be cut off and that any
deficiency must be made up out of the saloon men. They were compelled to pay
too much. He thought $45 a quarter would be sufficient.
Mr. Greenberg though as far as
general licenses were concerned the plan of estimating probable sales for the
ensuing quarter was correct, but he thought the license on saloon men was too
high. He thought $50 a quarter to all retailers; hotel men ought to be allowed
to furnish wines, &c., on their tables. The electric lights should be
largely cut off.
Mr. A.L. Johnson thought that
the city had been growing better all the time for the past few years. He
eulogized the trustees for their good work. He believed in letting well enough
alone.
Mr. Fitzgerald spoke with
reference to the insurance business. There were a few in that business who paid
license but most of them did not. There should be a license on every one. As to
the saloon license he thought it too high and favored a reduction to $50 a
quarter.
Mr. Meredith was satisfied
with the action of the board, but he thought all kinds and classes of business
should be equally taxed. As to the saloon license he thought now that the rate
should be reduced one half. As to insurance he thought each agent should pay $5
per quarter without regard to the number of companies represented.
Henry Hoff thought the liquor
license too high, should be $75 per quarter payable in advance.
Mr.
Harrington, as to the insurance business, thought that the present way of
charging each company was correct. As to the saloon license he thought the rate
unjust, $50 a quarter should be enough. The electric lights should be cut off
and the police force largely reduced.
Mr. McHenry
said that the bar license was too high. It was enormous, and for hotels
specially it ought to be $25 a quarter. It was impossible for him to pay the
license and it practically ruined his hotel business.
Mr.
Haskins with reference to the insurance business, thought it better that the 50
companies represented here should each pay a license rather than the agent. As
to the saloon license he thought it too high. It should be reduced one half at
which just as much revenue would be realized.
Mr.
Geo. Motz thought the saloon license too high. At $50 a quarter all classes of
business would be more prosperous.
Mr.
Regan though the saloon license should be reduced one half. The electric lights
might be cut down one half and one policeman dispensed with. Thought each line
of business should pay separate license.
Mr.
Muzio also though the liquor license too high.
Mr.
Maggi thought the liquor license should be reduced to $75 per quarter.
Mr.
Ryan believed in having no license on any business, the principle was all
wrong. The taxes should be raised on property.
Mr.
McManus was satisfied to trust to the good judgment of the trustees as to all
city expenditures. But as to the liquor license it did not seem to him that it
could be paid, it was prohibitory and should be reduced at least one half.
Other licenses were reasonable enough, but the county licenses ought not to be
paid. The money should belong to the city.
Mr.
Sutcliffe thought the liquor license prohibitory. He thought all stores which
sold by the bottle should pay a license perhaps one half of a saloon license
and hotels the same. He was not in favor of reducing lights or retrograding in
any way.
Lack
of space prevents us from giving more than the shortest abstract of the addresses
made. Many of them were eloquent, all were intelligent and thoughtful, and the
meeting will be of service to the trustees and people.
PASO ROBLES.
FRANK BLAIR GETS A NEW HAT FOR INJURIES
RECEIVED.
Paso
Robles, Jan. 15.—On Wednesday, Jake Nuckolls was riding a horse down the
streets and at the same time was playing with an orange by tossing it up in the
air and catching it. He dropped the orange and Frank Blair, a clerk in the Paso
Robles hotel, went to pick it up, when the horseman tried to ride over him just
for a little fun. The result was that Blair fell under the horse, the animal
stepping on his ankle, spraining it. His hat was somewhat demolished in the
affair. The sequel is that Blair is now sporting a game leg and a new hat which
Nuckolls kindly gave him for the trouble which he and his horse had caused.
"WILD TOM."
ONE OF OUR SAN LUIS BOYS TAKES UNTO HIMSELF A
WIFE.
The
San Francisco Examiner of Thursday morning contains a gorgeous picture of Thomas
Y. Sandercock who resides in this city. The paper gives Tom a flowery write up
and a stranger reading the same would be lead to believe that Tom is a
"high tickey wrango" sort of an individual who has just made his
escape from some "wild and wooly" cow county. (Compiler's note:
The meaning of the term "high tickey wrango" is not clear.) Such
is not the case, however, for he has been employed at various times in this
city by his brothers to assist in the drayage business.
Thos. Sandercock was united in marriage with Miss Laura Murray, a
graduate of the Institution for the Deaf, Dumb and Blind at Berkeley, at the
home of the bride's parents in San Leandro yesterday by Rev. W.N. Van de Mark
of Oakland.
Mr.
and Mrs. Sandercock expect to make San Luis Obispo their home.
LOS OSOS.
AN HISTORICAL LAND MARK...
ED.
TRIBUNE. One of the most conspicuous landmarks of the Los Osos valley is the
old adobe ranch house now falling to ruin. It is too bad that this old building
should not have been preserved for at least fifty years to come. Your scribe
has spent many happy hours under its roof, in its palmy days and listened with
pleasure to the melody of the Spanish guitar in the hands of a dark-eyed
señorita while others danced the fandango (sic), or sang some sweet melodies in
accompaniment.
Mrs.
W.H. Warden has just finished a fine oil painting of this historical old land
mark, which will soon be a thing of the past except on canvas. It is surrounded
with the glow of romance. There are many who have hunted for buried treasures,
in and around the old building, but if they ever found the treasure which
consists of Spanish doubloons they have kept it secret...
His
name's Dennis: Mr. D. Philiponi (sic) one of our prominent ranchers has gone to
San Francisco on business, connected with the Dairymen's Union, he being a
member of the board of directors. (Compiler's note: Mr.
"Philiponi's" surname is incorrectly spelled. It should have been
"Filipponi.")
We
are glad to hear that John Ferini has recovered from his scorpion bite. Plenty
of snake juice or tanglefoot is a good remedy, John, try it next time...
WILL
LYE.
January 19, 1897 through
January 25, 1897.
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SITES THAT ARE OFFERED.
TO BUILD THE NORMAL SCHOOL ON WHEN LOCATED HERE.
As We Propose That it Shall Be if Such a Thing is Possible.
San Luis Obispo takes kindly
to the notion of having one of the State Normal schools located within its
bailiwick. It has placidly and uncomplainingly paid its proportion of taxes to
the state for many years and has been gratified with the opportunity afforded
to it to exist and vote and observe the location of state institutions in many
other sections and now when it is claimed that it will be necessary to
establish another normal school, knowing its special claims in point of beauty,
climate and good behavior to the custody of so important an institution, it is
much in earnest in preferring its desire for the coveted distinction. It is
understood that as a first prerequisite to the favorable consideration of our
petition, a proper and sufficient site must accompany our demand. Not exactly
as a bonus or bribe to the state or a self-imposed cinch on us but as an
evidence of good faith and sincerity and possibly as a safeguard to the state
and a substantial guarantee that if the state does conclude to establish here
the institution of learning, no greedy landowner, if we have any such, will be
able to get in and charge 'steen prices for the land required. We are happy to
say that as soon as it was suggested to our citizens that a suitable site was
desired as a donation for the purpose, there was no lack of offers.
(Compiler's note: The meaning of the word 'steen, is not clear.) Mr. Dawson
Lowe was first in the field with several alternate offers: a beautiful level
tract of six acres west of the Arlington addition or either of two ten acre
tracts across the creek in the western part of town or in conjunction with Mr.
L. Marre a ten acre tract south of the others and nearly in a line with Marsh
street if extended. Judge Beebee offered a six acre tract, level and finely
located, beyond the Well addition. And there were others. Yesterday the
committee on sites appointed at the citizen's meeting therefor, started out to
view the land. Mr. Norman Sandercock engineered the big wagon which conveyed
the party. There was the committee, Messrs. Fowler, Henderson and Brooks, City
Trustees Whitsel, Shaw and Lind and Surveyor Story and his staff Messrs. Lewis
and Breck. All hands went to the several places suggested, tramped over the
lands and endeavored to put themselves in the place of a possible legislative
committee sent to determine the question of location. The general conclusion
arrived at was that the legislature must be hard to suit if they failed to be
satisfied with some one of the offers proposed to be made. Mr. Story took
measurements and data for descriptions and agreements will now be drawn to be
transmitted to our friends in the legislature as a demonstration of our good
will and to satisfy the appropriation makers that if they will give us the
school, we will give them a place to put it.
SAUER - BRANCH.
An Early Wedding Yesterday Morning.
Yesterday morning at 6 o'clock
Mr. William F. Sauer of this city, and Miss Nellie Branch of Arroyo Grande,
were united in the holy bonds of matrimony at the Catholic church by Rev.
Father Aguilera.
The wedding was a quiet
affair, only the relatives and intimate friends of the bride and groom being
present. After the ceremony the bridal party sat down to an elegant breakfast
at the home of the groom
The bride is the daughter of
Ramon Branch of Arroyo Grande, and is a descendent from one of the oldest
families in California. The groom is a well known business man, being born and
raised in this city. He is a graduate of Santa Clara college and is well
supplied with this world's goods, and his many friends throughout the county
will no doubt be glad to hear of his marriage.
Mr. and Mrs. Sauer left by steamer
yesterday for Los Angeles where they will spend their honeymoon, and on their
return will reside in this city.
The TRIBUNE joins with a large
circle of loyal friends in congratulating the happy couple.
A FREAK.
Bernardo Gutierrez, the Morro street saloon man has at his place of
business a mescal stalk in full bloom. (Compiler's note: The mescal is a
small cactus from which some cultures make an alcoholic beverage known by the
same name.) It is a very large and perfect plume. It came from the ranch of
Manuel Serrano, and the gentleman says it is the first he ever saw in bloom at
this season of the year, and he is one of our oldest residents.
Two
hobos appeared in the Justice's court yesterday morning. One was given five
days for being drunk and the other got ten days for furnishing his pal with
whisky while he was confined in jail.
A.
Cheviel who was bound over to the Superior court on a charge of seduction, was
released on Thursday on giving $1000 bonds with A.G. Pinho and J.P. Lima as
sureties.
LOS OSOS.
WILL LYE COMMENTS ON OUR MAIN STREETS.
ED.
TRIBUNE: Speaking to some of my fellow hayseeds the other day while standing on
the sidewalk in San Luis, the conversation was not complimentary to the city
dads, in regard to your streets. "Why," said one of my friends,
"our Osos road is in better condition than these streets. They ought to
have a scraper and get the mud off, and when it dries haul it away. In the
course of time they would have good clean streets." "Yes, and if the
bituminous rock mines were up in Oregon they would send up there and have it
shipped down at an enormous expense, and go to paving their streets. But here
they have the material at their door and fail to make use of it. It is a
disgrace to the city.
Some of our Swiss neighbors are riled up to
the boiling point in regard to the city ordinance prohibiting the use of wine
at meals in hotels and restaurants. They believe it interferes with their
individual rights as citizens of this great and glorious republic. Wine with
them is a national beverage and they drink it with the same unconcern as we
drink our tea and coffee. They expect to see placarded on the street corners:
"Don't expectorate on the sidewalks or in the mud; step high and keep off
the grass."
...There is one of the light fingered gentry plying his nefarious trade
in this part of the country by trying to make himself solid with the hayseed.
He manipulates the innocent little shell game for the benefit of the unwary. It
is the old, old story of the lion and the lamb. Here is a soft snap for our
sheriff or Marshal Cook...
WILL
LYE. (Compiler's note: This TRIBUNE correspondent was a man of great humor
who chose to go by the name of WILL LYE, more correctly stated as WILL LIE!)
THE BILL WHICH INTERESTS SAN LUIS.
FULL TEXT OF THE NORMAL SCHOOL MEASURE AS
INTRODUCED.
With Its Adoption Means a New Era for Our
City.
Through the courtesy of Senator Smith, we are enabled to present to our
readers this morning, the full text of senate bill No. 321, which calls for the
establishment of a State Normal school in this city.
The
bill as introduced by Mr. Smith, and referred to the committee on public
buildings other than prison buildings, is as follows:
"An act to establish a State Normal school in San Luis Obispo
county, California, and making an appropriation of $100,000 therefor.
"The people of the State of California, represented in senate and
assembly, do enact as follows:
"Section 1. There shall be established in the county of San Luis
Obispo, a school to be called the State Normal School of San Luis Obispo,
California, for the training and educating of teachers in the art of
instructing and governing in the public schools of the state.
"Sec. 2. The governor shall, within thirty days after the passage
of this act appoint five persons who, with the governor and state
superintendent of public instruction, shall constitute the board of trustees of
said State Normal school of San Luis Obispo.
"Sec. 3. The trustees, as provided for in section two of this act,
are hereby appointed and created trustees of said normal school, with full
power and authority to select a site for the permanent location of said state
normal school, in the said ****, and these trustees shall within ninety days
after the passage of this act, examine the different sites offered by the
people of said county of San Luis Obispo for the location of the said state
normal school buildings, and select therefrom a suitable location for said
state normal school buildings, or should there be offered a proper site, with
proper buildings already constructed thereon, adapted for the use of such
school, it shall be in the discretion of such trustees to accept such site; and
the site selected by them shall be and remain the permanent site for said state
normal school of San Luis Obispo; provided that no money shall be expended for
said school until the site selected has been donated to this state, and a deed
in fee simple of the land selected by the said board of trustees of said state
normal school shall be made to this state. (Compilers' note: Asterisks ****
indicate that at this point in the original newspaper, the copy was not legible
for a few words.)
"Sec. 4. The State Normal School of San Luis Obispo shall be
governed and regulated by the same laws now governing and regulating the other
state normal schools in this state.
"Sec. 5. The sum of $100,000 is hereby appropriated out of any
moneys of the state not otherwise appropriated, for purchasing or constructing
necessary buildings, furnishing the same, and maintaining said State Normal
School of San Luis Obispo.
"Sec. 6. The controller of State shall draw warrants from time to
time, as the work shall progress, in favor of the said board of trustees of the
State Normal School of San Luis Obispo, upon their requisition for the same.
"Sec. 7. The moneys hereby
appropriated therefor shall be expended under the direction of the said
board of trustees of the State Normal School of San Luis Obispo.
"Sec. 8. This act shall take effect and be in force from and after
its passage.
THE RAISING OF OSTRICHES.
BARON VON SCHROEDER WILL START A NEW
INDUSTRY.
Part of the Eagle Ranch to be the Breeding
Grounds for the Big Birds.
San
Luis Obispo county will soon be put before the world as the scene of operations
for the raising of the Struthio Camelus the scientific title for that enormous
biped, better known as the ostrich, which is the largest of living birds, being
a native of Southern Asia and of Africa.
A
male ostrich some times grows to be eight feet high and attains a weight of 300
pounds. The bird is an extreme swift runner, but has no power of flight.
Ostrich raising has proved a paying business in late years, and they are
domesticated and bred in the Cape colonies.
Since it has been proven that the bird can be raised in other countries
besides its native home, a few ostrich farms have been started and operated
successfully in the United States. In California there are already two farms,
one being at Anaheim, Orange county, and the other at Santa Monica, Los Angeles
county.
The
birds are raised for feathers, oil and eggs, but the main purpose in California
is for their plumes which are handled with great care and bring various prices
according to shape, size and quality.
The
food required by the bird is grass, leaves, grain and seeds, and therefore the
locality in which they are to be raised in this county is admirably adapted for
them in every way.
Baron Von Schroeder who owns that grand estate known as the Eagle ranch,
situated about twenty miles from this city, has determined to start an ostrich
farm and is making his preparations for receiving the big birds at the ranch.
This will be a great advertisement for the county as capitalists throughout the
world are watching the growth of the ostrich industry in California.
The
baron has set aside lots 5, 6, 7 and 8 in section 10, township 29 south, for
the ground to be used for his new farm. This land is situated on the Eagle
rancho, and is about five miles west of Santa Margarita. The situation could
not be better for an ostrich farm as the place is located at the foot of the
Santa Lucia mountains, and the land is level in parts as well as hilly in
others.
Mr.
Benton, the manager of the ranch will probably begin the construction of pens,
and sheds for the birds. The pens will be entirely enclosed by a strong wire
grating which will be about seven feet high. A building where the curing of the
feathers or plumes can be handled will also be built.
The
industry in this county will soon become known all over the country and
visitors in this city, will be anxious to see the ostrich farm.
The
baron could not have chosen a better spot for the food which the birds will
require is to be found in great abundance in this county and the climate mild
enough for the big bipeds.
As
soon as the preliminary arrangements are finished, a small herd of ostriches
will be sent to the farm which is to be their future home.
It
is hoped the venture will prove a financial success for ostrich raising is an
industry which is yet in its infancy in the United States.
SALMON FISHING.
A LARGE NUMBER OF SPEARHEADS BROUGHT TO TOWN
The greatest
fishing season known to the people residing at Port Harford is now on. Every
day fishermen return with a wagon load of the monsters, but then it does not
take many to make a load when it is known that the fish tip the scales from ten
to forty-two pounds.
Those who go from this city to the Port employ a boatman to row them
about the bay between the wharf and the breakwater. The lines are let out about
seventy feet and the fish take the bait readily while the lines are slowly
trolled through the water.
When
a fish is caught the real sport begins. Generally it takes about all the
strength the fisherman has besides the assistance of a companion to safely land
the game.
Those who have been to the scene of the sport say there is nothing to
equal it. It is said the fish are running in schools in search of sardines and
smelt which are quite numerous in the bay. Those who desire to enjoy the sport
will do well to go to the Port at their earliest opportunity, as the spearheads
are liable to make themselves scarce at any time.
MRS. RICHMOND BADLY INJURED.
WHILE PLOWING THE TEAM BECAME UNMANAGEABLE
OWING TO A BROKEN POLE.
Brought to this City and Her Physician Has to
Use the Stitching Needle.
Mr.
George Richmond came to town yesterday afternoon shortly after 3 o'clock in a
spring wagon in which he brought his wife who was tied to the seat to prevent
her from falling out as she was very weak from the loss of blood. Mr. Richmond
immediately proceeded to Dr. Seaton's office on Marsh street, the injured woman
taken therein.
On
examination, Dr. Seaton found that Mrs. Richmond's head had been seriously cut
for about five inches from the top of her head down to the left eye. The cut
was deep and the flesh was laid bare and fell loosely over the left eye, the
eye lid also being torn.
The
doctor had a delicate piece of work to do, the cuts requiring ten stitches and
the use of considerable plaster for a number of minor wounds. The cause of the
accident is as follows:
Yesterday morning Mrs. Richmond was driving two horses attached to a
gang-plow and proceeded to plow in a large field on the ranch which is about
four miles this side of Pozo. (Compiler's note: Even in this day and age of
the liberated woman, it is difficult to imagine a member of the fairer sex
driving two horses attached to a gang-plow. It's not that they could not do it,
but rather that for most people, it conjures up an unacceptable image.) All
went well until about 10 o'clock, when the pole of the plow broke. This
frightened the team and they commenced to run, dragging the plow along at a
rapid rate of speed. The sudden movement of the horses caused the driver to be
thrown from her seat. She fell in front of the plow shares which were dragged
over her head. The sharp shares caused the frightful gash on her head, and how
she escaped from instant death is a miracle. In the fall she must have also
struck a rock for there was an ugly bruise on the right side of the head.
Mr.
Richmond heard his wife's cries for assistance and hastily procuring a team
brought her to town. The journey was very slow owing to the rough roads and the
jar of the wagon caused severe pain to Mrs. Richmond.
After receiving proper surgical attention the injured lady was removed
to the home of her daughter, Mrs. Alan Martin, who resides below the narrow
gauge depot. (Compiler's note: The narrow gauge depot was at the corner of
South and Higuera streets.)
The
lady's escape from instant death is marvelous and her good constitution is
evident when it is taken into consideration that she never fainted while making
the trip to this city, nor while undergoing surgical treatment.
Mrs.
Richmond's many friends in this city will be pained to learn of this
unfortunate accident.
January 26, 1897 through
February 1, 1897.
COYOTE SCALP CLAIMS.
Among the members of the legislature there is a general sentiment
prevailing that the coyote bounty claims should be paid, and beyond a doubt the
present session will appropriate money to pay the same. Governor Budd looks
with favor upon the matter, and as a member of the Board of Examiners, was for
the payment of every claim. There are two bills before the legislature in
regard to the matter. A number of people in this county have claims pending on
coyote scalps.
CHINESE NEW YEAR.
The
Chinese residents of this city are making preparations to celebrate their New
year, and at the same time drink to the reign of the new Joss which they have
been looking up to for twenty-three years past. (Compiler's note: A Joss is
a Chinese god or idol). The festivities begin next Monday, and our people
will be aware of the fact when the Celestials turn their orchestra loose.
A
recent letter to Mr. C.H. Reed from Hon. Frank McLaughlin, chairman of the
Republican state central committee, conveys his assurances that he will be very
pleased to assist in any way that he can, the proposition for the establishment
in this city of a state normal school or similar institution. He agrees with
out people as to the desirability of the location for the purpose and will
second Senator Smith's efforts in our behalf.
A VERY IMPORTANT ARREST.
RAMON MOLINAS CAPTURED AFTER REMAINING AT
LIBERTY FOR FOUR YEARS.
Our City Marshal Does Some Good Work in the
Detective Line.
Yesterday
Marshal Cook left this city for Santa Margarita at which place he invited
Constable Epperly to take a little man hunt with him. The two officers drove
about six miles from Santa Margarita in an easterly direction and finding the
cabin in which the man resided whom they were looking for, left their team
hidden near by.
The
marshal made his way to one side of the shanty and as he turned the corner to
move nearer the front door, a little boy ran out, and on discovering Marshal
Cook, the boy turned about and rushed back into the house, at the same time the
man whom the officer was seeking made his appearance and before he could
realize the predicament he was in, the officer had the bracelets on him. The
man was a desperate character and had he not been taken unawares would have
used his shooting iron somewhat promiscuously.
For
about four years past, officers throughout the state have been on the watch for
Ramon Molinas, charged with the murder of Juan Para, a Chilean, during a row at
Panoche thirty miles west of the city of Fresno. All trace of the man was lost
during the time past, until a few days ago when Marshal Cook discovered a scent
and after laying his plans proceeded with the above result.
The
prisoner was brought to town heavily manacled so as to prevent any possible
escape, and is now boarding at the Hotel Ballou. (Compiler's note: The
sheriff at the time was S.D. Ballou therefore the term "Hotel Ballou"
a humorous referral to the "jail.")
Molinas confessed to the murder with which he was charged, but says the
racket was the result of Para's refusing to pay him what was due for work
performed.
Several years ago Molinas had the reputation of being a regular Murieta
and was looked upon as a bad man by the people living between this city and Los
Angeles. (Compiler's note: Joaquin Murieta was an early California bandit
and notorious bad man.)
It
is said that he would go to Los Angeles with a small band of horses which he
would steal in this county and dispose of them in the southern city and then
deliberately turn about and steal another band of horses which he would bring
to San Luis and sell at any price. He has the reputation of selling a man a
fine horse for $20, and then within a few weeks purloin the same animal and
dispose of it to some one else. The man proved his cleverness when he kept out
of the clutches of the law for so long a time after the murder of Para.
Molinas has been through several escapades in his day, and his
adventures were ***** early life in California from a desperado's point of
view. (Compiler's note: Asterisks indicate a few words which are not legible
in the original copy of the newspaper.) His face bears a few scars where he
has encountered keen edged steel and his body is a patchwork of scars.
For
a long time past the prisoner has been employed by various settlers throughout
the Santa Margarita and Rinconada sections cutting wood and performing labor
here and there.
No
doubt there is some reward standing for such a man as has been captured, and if
there is, surely our city marshal is entitled to it.
The
authorities at Fresno have been informed of the capture, and an officer will be
here in a day or two and take Molinas back to the scene of his crime of four
years ago.
IMPROVING.
Mrs.
George Richmond who was so seriously injured Saturday, an account of which has
already been published, is improving rapidly and in due time will be able to
return to her home near Pozo. (Compilers' note: See last week's article
headlined MRS. RICHMOND BADLY INJURED.)
FINAL REPORT OF GRAND JURY.
EXPERT F.C. CHERRY FILES HIS DOCUMENT.
It is Accepted by the Jury After Which They
Adjourn.
The
grand jury met in adjourned session at the court house yesterday and after
hearing the report of Expert Cherry adjourned sine die. (Compiler's note:
The Latin words "sine die" mean "without any future date being
designated; indefinitely.")
Following is the expert's report:
San
Luis Obispo, Jan. 19, 1897.
To
the Hon. Grand Jury of San Luis Obispo, State of California:
December 10, 1896, I was employed by you to check up the accounts of the
auditor and tax collector for the year 1895 and 1896, for the purpose of
locating an alleged shortage in the tax collector's office of $2,273.92, as per
expert's reports to the supervisors, which was referred by them to you for
investigation, it being understood my work was not to commence until January,
1897.
After a careful examination of the auditor's and tax collector's
accounts I find them in line, and therefore, I do not consider it advisable or
as the wish of your body, that I proceed any further in the matter.
I
find the expert's report a carefully prepared document, and subsequent
discoveries prove the correctness of same.
Prior to settlement with tax collector in October, 1896, the tax
collector is charged with $258,079.94, credited $247,660.99, debit balance
$10,418.95, tax collector's October settlement, credit $9,558.49, leaving a
balance against tax collector of $860.46.
Since the adjournment of your body the auditor has taken into his
accounts and charge the tax collector errors to the amount of $1,413.46, and
the account now stands thus:
Tax
collector's debit $259,493.40, tax collector's credit $247,660.99, tax
collector's September debit $11,832.41, tax collector's October settlement,
credit $9,558.49, showing a debit against tax collector of $2,273.92.
Or
just the amount which expert's tax collector was short.
This
latter amount has been collected and paid into the treasury by tax collector,
and he now has credit on auditor's books for same in full; and the accounts of
auditor, treasurer and tax collector are in line.
I
find the amount, $2,273.92, to consist entirely of clerical errors, consisting
almost wholly of one amount, namely, on the assessment rolls for 1895, taxes
against the Mutual Savings bank on P. W. Murphy's property $1,988.71, are
stamped paid, but not entered on cash book. It appears these taxes were to be
paid by Mr. Murphy instead of by the Mutual Savings bank. The amount was lost
sight of by tax collector until brought to his attention by experts, when he
notified Mr. Murphy, who paid the same at once.
Bearing on the question of the probability of some unauthorized person
using the "paid stamp," I have no means of throwing any light.
However, I find several instances of the rolls being stamped "paid,"
and then the tax collector's notation "not paid." One item as far
back as 1892, vol. 1, which was stamped "paid" over three pages, and
then notation appears on each page by tax collector, "not paid." This
would lead me to distrust the use of stamps.
In
my opinion there should be only one cashier in any office, and I see no reason
why the public cannot obtain the amount of their taxes from the proper party,
and pay same to cashier, more especially in time of rush, when every safeguard
is all the more essential. There could then be no unadjusted differences
between rolls and cash book. In conclusion I would say that, after all, the
auditor's office is the county safeguard, and should hold the reins over all
accounting officers with a firm and careful hand. If the accounts of this
office had been correct, the errors in the tax collector's office would have,
in all probability, been rectified at the time. Respectfully submitted.P
F.C.
CHERRY.
San
Luis Obispo, Jan. 28, 1897.
The
grand jury begs leave to report as follows:
The
report of F.C. Cherry on books of tax collector and auditor shows that the
balances between the office has (sic) been adjusted and are in line to present
time. The report is accepted and filed, and bill of F.C. Cherry for $40
approved.
A
large gang of men who have been employed by the Southern Pacific company
building the new track from Salinas to the Spreckels factory, four miles
distant, will be through with the heavy work on Friday. The men will go to Surf
Saturday where they intend to remain until work is resumed on the gap.
NIPOMO.
ED.
TRIBUNE: The young boy of Mrs. Jim Rodrigues last Monday caught her finger in the
cogs of the clothes wringer and lost the end of three fingers. Dr. McLennon was
called in and promptly done (sic) the necessary surgical work. (Compiler's
note: We have here another example of laxity in type setting or in
proofreading. The article refers to an accident having happened to a
"young boy," and later states "lost her finger.")
February 2, 1897 through
February 8, 1897.
DEATH OF PEDRO ESTRADA.
One of the Old Pioneers Dies at the Asuncion
Rancho.
Don
Pedro Estrada a well known resident of the county and at one time a large land
owner, died at his home on a portion of the Asuncion ranch last Saturday
morning at 3 o'clock.
The
deceased was a brother of the late Joaquin Estrada, who died at his ranch near
this city, a few years ago.
Some
time during the early forties, Pedro and Joaquin Estrada left their home in
Monterey, and made their way down to this part of the country and secured two
land grants from the Mexican government. Joaquin's grant comprised the Santa
Margarita and Atascadero ranchos while Pedro contented himself with the
Asuncion rancho consisting of 20,000 acres. The two brothers were very wealthy
in cattle and horses, and enjoyed life to the fullest extent, no expense being
spared for any amusement that suited their fancy. Their friends were always
made welcome, and no one was ever known to be turned away in hunger or
distress. However, their expenditures were quite large and in the course of
time caused them to lose their princely estates and both met with reverses
which in time caused them to make a little home on a few acres of the grants
they once owned.
Pedro Estrada was taken sick with la grippe about three years ago, and
he never recovered his health thereafter, and catching a severe cold a few
weeks ago, gradually kept getting worse until death ended his sufferings.
The
remains were interred in the cemetery at Templeton yesterday, the funeral being
attended by a large concourse of old friends.
WASHED AWAY.
A
greater part of the Pismo wharf was washed away by the high seas early
yesterday morning. It is hoped that Mr. Jordan, the owner, will decide to
repair the landing for it has been of great benefit to people living in the
southern part of the county. It was this wharf which has been the means of
causing a reduction of freight rates between the country west of the Santa
Lucia mountains and San Francisco.
OPERATIONS SOON TO COMMENCE.
THE PISMO WHARF TO BE RECONSTRUCTED AT A
GREAT COST
The Jordan Bituminous Rock and Paving Co.
Cuts the Price of Lumber.
Mr.
J.C. Jordan of San Francisco, who has been looking over the damage done to the
Pismo wharf property for a few days past, has decided to rebuild the wharf and
equip it with all the modern improvements. It was very discouraging to the
gentleman to see a valuable piece of property, such as the Pismo wharf, washed
away by the turbulent seas, but it was a catastrophe that was unavoidable. Had
the piles been whole instead of being full of holes from end to end caused by
the teredo (sic) they would have withstood the storm.
Mr.
Jordan's decision will be received with joy by the people generally in this
portion of the county, as the wharf is the means of competition, and aids to
keep railroad and steamship freights at a lower figure than when they are
controlled by great monopolies...(Compiler's note: The article continues for
quite some length. It is suggested that readers interested in pursuing the
story further take advantage of the microfilm department at the San Luis Obispo
City County Library. A full text of the story can be found in the
Sunday morning, February 7, 1897 issue of
MORNING TRIBUNE.)
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS.
Feb. 3.
...In
re justice of the peace of San Luis Obispo township. Petition for appointment
to the office of justice of the peace for San Luis Obispo township to fill the
vacancy occasioned by the death of J.M. Joyce are received in favor of I.S.
Genter, F.W. Kimball and R.A. Loomis.
Thereupon a ballot was had with the following results: Genter 2, Loomis
2, Kimbal (sic) 1. There being no choice a second ballot was had with like
result. A third ballot resulted as follows: Genter 3, Loomis 2, and Mr. Genter
was therefore declared to be and he is hereby appointed to the office of
justice of peace for the said township vice (sic) Joyce deceased...
...In re game warden. Petition read from numerous citizens requesting
the appointment of B.F. Pettit to the office of fish and game warden and laid
over.
In
re Indigents. Ordered that the aid heretofore furnished to Ramon Feliz by A.
Sauer, do now cease and determine.
Ordered that the aid heretofore furnished to Mrs. Ole Nelson by Berggren
& Nelson do now cease...
Ordered that the auditor draw a warrant on the hospital fund for $8, for
the purchase of transportation to San Francisco for Julius Belmont a hospital
patient who if not removed would become a permanent county charge...
...In re Paso Robles and Dover Canyon road. Petitions received praying,
1st, that the road be abandoned; 2nd, that the road be maintained. Laid over.
...Ordered that G.W. Hearst be allowed to maintain two gates for six
months on said Paso Robles and Dover canyon road on the lands of said G. W.
Hearst.
...Communications were received from Mrs. J.L. Eddy and Drs. J.E.
Kelsey, H.L. Wells, G.S. Clark and E.L. Paulding representing that a certain
sewer in the town of Arroyo Grande creates foul odors and smells injurious to
the health of persons passing said sewer, and is a public nuisance. Referred to
Supervisor Moore...
Adjourned.
BOUND OVER.
Thos. McCarty Held to Answer by Judge Egan.
The
four men who were arrested several days ago for purloining some whisky from
Gaxiola's saloon south of the city limits, had an examination before Judge Egan
yesterday afternoon.
Frank Woton, Tom Murphy and Will Moveis were discharged and Tom McCarty,
the toughest of the gang, was bound over to the Superior court under $1000
bonds to appear for burglary.
The
men were arrested after a hard struggle by Officers Frank Cook and Robert
Pruitt with the assistance of two other men. The prisoners were very insolent
and were taken to the county jail by force.
There was not sufficient evidence to hold the three acquitted men, but
Mr. McCarty will be given a good opportunity to explain how it was done
A CHANGE.
New Manager for the Hotel Ramona.
I.W.
Tucker arrived here Monday evening from the Tallac House at Lake Tahoe, where
he has been employed. He at once assumed his position as manager of the Hotel
Ramona.
No
mention need be made of his abilities as a caterer to the traveling public, and
as he has been at various times a resident of this city, no introduction is
necessary.
F.R.
Lasher, the retiring manager, will depart for Los Angeles within a few days
where he has accepted a similar position. J.W. Wilson, the chief clerk, intends
leaving for San Francisco Thursday, and will fill a position in one of the
railroad offices.
WILHOIT AND THE SQUIRRELS.
The abundant
rains of the recent storm caused Jesse Wilhoit to harvest something besides
pumpkins and hay. He found that fifty-seven of his ground squirrels had
ripened, and he proceeded to pick them. The water had soaked through the ground
until the homes of the rodents had become filled and untenantable, and Wilhoit
could not resist the opportunity and proceeded to murder them because they
could not defend themselves, neither could they get out of his way—and he
called it great sport.
The
private judicial chambers at the court house have been improved by the addition
of some new chairs.
The
building known as the "Union Hotel" and cottage, corner of Higuera
and Morro streets, will be repaired, painted, for a reliable tenant, and a
lease will be given to the right party.
For
particulars apply to A.F. Fitzgerald, Insurance, Railroad and Steamship tickets
Agency, Garden street, between Higuera and Marsh.
LA PANZA MINES.
Good Outlook for Gold During the Year.
Alexander
Stuart, superintendent of the La Panza Mining company, is in that town on
business. He reports that in vicinity over three inches of rain fell during the
recent storm, and the company's reservoir is now filled with a good supply of
water to commence active operations. Ground sluicing has already commenced and
hydraulic work is soon to be started. Owing to the scarcity of water in the La
Panza country he says that a bountiful rainfall will be very acceptable. Water
is a great factor in gold mining and when the supply is exhausted the company
is compelled to stop work until the next rainy season. He expects good results
from the mines this year. The company has expended a great deal of money on
their claims and now hope to realize on the investment.
THE RAILROAD.
Indications of Work Being Resumed Very Soon
The
Southern Pacific officials have received word from New York to the effect that
C.P. Huntington has about closed a deal for the sale of bonds of the Southern
Pacific railroad of California to raise money to complete the coast division
from Surf on the Santa Ynez river south to Ellwood and to make improvements on
the same line. About fifty-eight miles of road yet remain to be built to
complete the line.
The
work will doubtless be taken up at once and, in fact, is already going ahead.
Mr. Hoard is at work with a small force and a second camp is being organized
near Clear Creek, several miles south of the present terminus. This indicates
much and is in line with what Col. Crocker said in Santa Barbara, which in
effect was that the road would be completed as soon as money could be had on
such securities as the company had to offer. (Compiler's note: The road was
not completed until March 31, 1901.)
Large quantities of hay and barley have been contracted for along the
line of Ellwood, which would scarce be done were there little or no hopes of
taking up work within a very limited time. We do know that the contractors now
on their oars, are daily expecting the good word from the chief office.—Lompoc
Record.
A POINT THAT IS WELL TAKEN.
Burnett, the Populist Assemblyman from San Luis Obispo county, has
introduced a bill authorizing county governments to construct wharves. This is
prompted by a desire to outwit a railroad company, and strange to say, it is
not the Southern Pacific. Mr. Burnett says the little Pacific Coast Railroad
Company owns a wharf at Port Harford, and it is the only one. All the farm
products of the region round about have to be shipped over this wharf, but it
has never been planked, and therefore teams cannot drive upon it; that makes it
necessary for the farmers, no matter how near the port, to ship their products
by rail, and they complain that this imposes an unnecessary burden upon them,
and Mr. Burnett's idea of securing redress is to have the county build a wharf
which the farmers can use.—Oakland Enquirer.
COUNTY FUNDS.
Yesterday County Auditor Spangenberg, District Attorney Dorn and
Supervisor Mitchell counted the money in the county treasury and found that
there was on hand $122,588.34; there being $113,325 in gold, $4,855.90 silver,
$629 in currency and county warrants paid to the amount of $3,778.40.
WHOOP LA!
THE BOMBARDMENT OF THE DEVIL YESTERDAY.
The
Chinese had their biggest time yesterday. In the afternoon Ah Luis' men were
kept busy for half an hour exploding strings of firecrackers, each string being
about ten feet long. When one string was gone another was lighted to keep up
the noise. Now and then a large firecracker or a bomb would be exploded by
other Chinamen on the balcony of Ah Luis' store, which was the scene of
operations.
A
crowd of spectators were attracted by the noise, and watched the bombardment of
the devil with pleasure. At the termination of this demonstration the Chinese
band struck up on of those ear-splitting medleys for which they are famous, and
the crowd soon made itself scarce.
In
the evening Yee Chung had firecrackers exploded in front of his place, the
crowd being larger than that of the afternoon. After this entertainment the
Chinese held a banquet at Ah Luis' and Yee Chung's stores.
A
Chinaman informed the writer that there were 30,000 crackers in each string. Ah
Luis fired twenty strings and Yee Chung exploded sixteen, making a total of
1,080,000 firecrackers for the day. Yee Chung's display of fireworks
preliminary to the grand bombardment was quite a feature.
The
festivities of the Chinese New Year are finished to the regret of the small boy
and of joy to the townspeople who are weary of hearing the continual noise
attending such blowouts.
THEY PROSPERED.
During the past season the sum of $631,800 was paid out for sugar beets
by the Spreckels company at Watsonville, and the wages for help amounted to
$500 per day. Put up a beet factory in this part of the state, and we will not
complain of dull times.
LAW LIBRARY.
MEETING OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES YESTERDAY.
The
board of trustees of the San Luis Obispo County Law Library met at the court
house yesterday afternoon. The members were all present, being Judge Unangst,
president; R.V. Bouldin, secretary; Wm. Graves, I.S. Genter and F.C. Mitchell.
Bills for Law Reports were allowed to the amount of $199.
Ordered that the secretary take an inventory of all books in possession
of the library, and thereafter to make up a catalogue of the same.
The
secretary was instructed to apply to the secretary of state for such duplicate
books as may be obtainable from the State Library.
Trustees Graves, Bouldin and Genter were appointed as a committee on
rules to report at the next meeting.
Ordered that all books in the library be properly labeled and stamped.
There being about $230 in the library fund the board decided to use the
money for purchasing such books needed to complete the various broken sets on
hand.
Adjourned. (Compiler's note: The present day Law Library located in
the County Court house spends $120,000 a year to update its inventory. There
are 26,000 volumes in the library.)
SMITH'S WATCH.
J.H.
Schmidt received a watch recently from his father in Germany, which is a family
heirloom. The watch together with a pension was presented to the elder Mr.
Schmidt for faithful service in the same factory for a period of twenty-five
years. It is needless to say that J.H. prizes the gift next to his eyes.—Paso
Robles Exchange.
Paul
O'Donnel was up from Pismo yesterday. He brought up a small piece of one of the
piles washed out from under the wharf. The wood was completely honeycombed
within. It clearly illustrated the disastrous work which the toredo (sic) or
saw-bug is capable of doing. (Compiler's note: The word "toredo"
should be written "teredo." The teredo is a genus of mollusks that
bore and penetrate the hulls of ships and other submerged wood. Teredo navalis is
noted for the manner in which it excavates its channels. The shell is the
boring instrument and each individual is careful to avoid the tube formed by
its neighbor. Often a thin leaf of wood is left between the cavities which are
lined with a calcareous incrustation.)
J.C.
Jordan, owner of the Pismo wharf, arrived from San Francisco last night and
today will look over his property and decide whether he will repair the wharf.
Since the landing has been partly destroyed the people are beginning to realize
what a help it has been in keeping freights down. It is said that the rates
have already been advanced.
LOS OSOS.
...A
case of vandalism that is all wrong. Some person turned a band of cows in on
the Los Osos school lot. There is a fine grove of young gum trees growing there
which was planted some years ago by Mr. H.M. Warden. The grove is a credit to
the school and fills the tripple (sic) purpose of being ornamental, a wind
break and a shade for the children. The trees ought to be replanted where they
have been destroyed...
...A
sensational elopement came off here in grand shape. The young lady skipped by
the light of the sun and the young man by the light of the moon. If all goes
well I am going to tell of a splicing pretty soon.
Say
Mr. Editor, don't you think I would make a good poet Laureate for our
Sacramento jaw breakers.
WILL
LYE.
February 9, 1897 through
February 15, 1897.
PASO ROBLES.
Mr.
Micks has lost two children in the last three days, and is likely to lose the third
one before another twenty-four hours. Measles followed by pneumonia is the
cause.
WHAT SAN LUIS WANTS
SENATOR SMITH MAKING A HARD DETERMINED FIGHT.
"Smith of Kern had a hearing regarding his bill appropriating
$100,000 for the erection of a State Normal school at San Luis Obispo. Smith
stated, however, that since the bill had been introduced, the citizens of San
Luis Obispo had concluded that a school of manual training was preferable to a
state normal school, and he was accordingly engaged in drafting a bill
providing for the erection of a school building and should, at an early date,
withdraw the original bill providing for the construction of the normal school
building.
"Smith attempted to get the committee to name a day when they would
visit the ground, and judge for themselves the right of San Luis Obispo to an
educational institution of the kind mentioned."
The
above from the Sacramento Record-Union relates to a meeting of the state senate
and the efforts of our senator in behalf of our proposed Normal school.
It
is now practically arranged that the investigation committee consisting of
Governor Budd and a delegation of senators and assemblymen, will leave
Sacramento for this city next Friday, Feb. 11.
GOT INTO HOT WATER.
Geo.
A. McCalvey, bookkeeper for Secretary of State Brown at Sacramento, was
requested by that official to hand in his resignation. McCalvey got mixed up in
a coyote scalp bill which he wanted to lobby through the legislature and is now
out of a good position in consequence. He was at one time a resident of this
city and is well known here. He is a son-in-law of W.S. Canon. (Compiler's
note: Canon had at one time been San Luis Obispo's postmaster.)
FOLLOWING SAN LUIS LINES.
A SYSTEM IN ITS FIRE DEPARTMENT TO BE ENACTED
INTO LAW.
ED.
TRIBUNE:—The splendid record which the San Luis Obispo fire department has
made, is a model of proficiency and perfect organization which every city in
the state, having a volunteer fire department, may well adopt. While there are
many features which commend themselves to the praise of the citizens of the old
Mission town, the one relating to the Sick Benefit Fund, is worthy of note.
It
was a measure suggested by Ex-Chief A. Hansen and successfully put into
operation. By its provisions, a considerable portion of the city's allowance of
$10 to each company in the department goes into the fund similar to that which
makes the spirit of fraternity in the secret organizations, a sacred one. It is
designed as a fund to care for the sick and disabled firemen.
This
point is quite generally known to the people of San Luis Obispo, but it now
comes to the point wherein our volunteer fire department has come prominently
to the attention of the law makers at Sacramento and the idea advanced by
Ex-Chief Hansen and adopted by his fellow members of the Board of Delegates,
has been made a proposition to be enacted into law.
As
it exists today, the sick benefit fund of the San Luis Obispo fire department
rests solely upon the powers of a volunteer fire department, which while
organized under a city ordinance, and in many implied ways a part and parcel of
the city government, has too many powers peculiar to itself and paramount to
those which the city has in its management, as to place its sick benefit fund
in direct manner, a responsibility resting upon the city itself.
Now
to remedy this, a bill has been introduced in the Assembly embodying the San
Luis plan, but making the city directly interested in the fund.
The
scheme has met with favor all over the state and one of the newspaper men who
favors it very strongly is W.J. Hill of the Salinas Index. He says editorially
of it:
A
bill has been introduced into the assembly making it obligatory upon
municipalities relying upon the services of a volunteer fire department to
collect each year and pay over from the city taxes into the sick benefit fund
the sum of $5 for each member of the department. Under the proposed law a limit
is made to the membership, a volunteer fire department shall have. We think it
is a good idea.
And
so San Luis Is suggesting a state law.
W.J.M.
Sacramento, Feb. 3, 1897.
WHY NOT.
ED.
TRIBUNE: I approve of what Mr. "Square Dealer' says in a recent issue of your
paper, you need not go very far to find poor and very poor people and almost
half starving, just at our door. We can see them in our town and instead of
being helped they are taxed on whatever trash they have, and on their shanties,
too. Those are the ones that should be helped, before helping foreigners. The
government appropriates thousands of dollars for tombstones for our dead
soldiers, that no longer need our help.
Why
not help our own poor people in our towns and give homes to the ones that really
need them. I have seen and heard of many poor families that can't pay the
lowest rents. They are only able to pay a first month's rent just for the sake
of having a chance to get into a house and then let five or six more months run
without paying a cent, for really they are unable to do so. Then they are
pushed out of the house and have to go to some other house and do the same way.
AN
OBSERVER.
A FAVORABLE REPORT MADE
BY THE COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC BUILDINGS OF THE
SENATE YESTERDAY.
On the Proposed Normal School...
Special to the TRIBUNE.
SACRAMENTO, Feb. 9.—The senate committee on public buildings today
reported favorably on the normal school bill, providing for such an institution
in San Luis Obispo.
The
street superintendent and his assistant were engaged yesterday in flushing the
sewer on Monterey street. The pipes had become clogged with rags and paper,
hence the trouble.
CAMBRIA.
...St. Valentine's day is near at hand and we suppose the postoffice
department will be kept busy in handling the delicate billet-doux that will be
passing through the office. (Compiler's note: The word
"billet-doux" literally translated from the French means "sweet
letter," therefore a "love letter.) And the 22nd of February is
not far off, a day which is usually celebrated by a ball in the evening, to
give many a chance to join in helping to show how the people hold in
remembrance such men as George Washington, but an old time ball seems to be a
thing of the past here now-a-days.
The
farmers here about seem to rejoice in the prospective rise in the price of
hogs, and would be more pleased to see a change in the price of butter for the
better...
...Fine salmon have recently been quite numerous in San Simeon bay, some
of which weighed thirty-five pounds. It was fine sport trolling for the finny
beauties while they were plentiful.
IDLE
ARROW.
February 7, 1897.
INDICTED IN SAN FRANCISCO.
TROUBLES OF J.P. QUINTANA, A SAN LUIS
MERCHANT, IN THE METROPOLIS.
SERIOUS CHARGES ARE ALLEGED.
Said to Have Obtained a Large Bill of Goods
Under False Pretenses.
By the Associated Press.
SAN
FRANCISCO, Feb. 11.—Joaquin P. Quintana, a merchant of San Luis Obispo, has
been arrested on an indictment found by the grand jury of this city for
obtaining goods under false representation.
Quintana is charged with having made false statements of his financial
condition when about to purchase merchandise at many of the leading local
wholesale houses.
Pedro Quintana of San Luis Obispo, is a wealthy man, a reputed
millionaire, and two years ago his sons Joaquin P. and J.N. Quintana, opened a
general merchandise store. They recently failed, and filed a petition in
insolvency just a short time after Joaquin had secured $5000 worth of goods
from local merchants.
THE CHICAGO HOTEL BURNED.
M.T. BRAZIL, THE PROPRIETOR, MEETS WITH A
$3500 LOSS.
The Fire Department Renders Good Service at
the Conflagration.
Yesterday afternoon about 3:20 an alarm of fire was sounded and there
was a rush for the engine house by people who wanted to know where the fire
was. When the alarm was given John Kelley had the city team on Monterey where
he had just left a load of gravel and was about to start for the creek for
another load, when the bell rang. It did not take him long to drive the team to
the city hall where they were quickly hitched to the engine, and were speeding
up Morro street to the hydrant on Buchon street.
The
firemen responded quickly and soon had their apparatus at the scene of action,
which was on Osos street near the Southern Pacific depot, where it was
discovered that the Chicago hotel, owned by M.T. Brazil, was on fire at the
rear end where the kitchen was located. Owing to the distance from the engine
to the fire which was three blocks away, it was impossible to run more than one
line of hose.
A
stream was thrown on and the kitchen, which was a shed attached to the main
building, was soon extinguished and it was thought that the fire had been put
out, but about that time smoke was seen pouring out through the roof and the
firemen carried the hose to the second story where they fought the flames
nobly. Then they took the hose out and some of the men proceeded to get up on
the roof with the intention of throwing a stream in from that point of vantage.
It was found that such a procedure would be useless and a number of men got the
stream turned in through one of the windows and by hard work extinguished the
blaze in the front of the house when the rear commenced to burn again and the
flames began to eat their way through the rooms on the ground floor. Owing to
the danger of the second floor being destroyed from below the men had to
retrace their steps and turn a stream on the ground floor.
The
fire burned for nearly two hours before it was got under control. The men were
badly handicapped on account of having only one stream of water to throw on the
building. When the flames were extinguished at one end of the structure the
fire would break out in some other part making the work very difficult. Many of
the firemen were well saturated with water caused by transferring the hose to
different parts of the building.
The
hotel, which contained twenty-six bedrooms, was badly damaged, the roof being
burned and the second story destroyed. The frame yet remains besides part of
the first floor.
The
fire started in the kitchen and is supposed to have been caused by a defective
flue.
During the fire the supply of water stopped three different times, and
the spectators began to say unkind things about the Water company, but for once
the supply of water was sufficient, and the stream was shut off by the engineer
who was acting under orders.
About 1:30 p.m. yesterday aa tramp called at the hotel and demanded
something to eat, and being informed that the meal hour was over and that there
was nothing left which he could eat, he became very angry and used abusive
language. Whether this incident had anything to do with the fire is a matter of
conjecture.
The
loss is about $3500, which was the value of the building and its contents.
Nearly all the furniture was saved. The building was insured for $1500 in the
Alliance Assurance company of London for $1200 (sic) and in the Hamburg and
Bremen Insurance company for $300, and the furniture was insured for $700 in the
latter company. Mr. M. Lewin is the agent for both companies mentioned, and he
has telegraphed to the companies which he represents and an adjuster will
arrive here within a day or two to settle the loss.
John
Sullivan, a member of the section crew, had two furnished rooms in the hotel.
His loss is about $150, fully covered by insurance in the Alliance Assurance
company of London.
About 9:30 last night the fire alarm bell was again sounded and there
was the usual rush of the firemen for their apparatus. The throng gathered, but
when it was learned that it was only the remains of the ill fated Chicago hotel
that had ignited from some smouldering (sic) embers, the excitement abated. the
firemen again dragged their carts out to the place and extinguished the fire.
RUN OVER.
Yesterday afternoon John Isola while running to the fire, fell down and
was run over. He was helping to guide the cart which had been fastened to a
delivery wagon. The wheel of the heavy cart passed over his legs and he was so badly
hurt that some friends had to assist him to his home.
Prof. Potter is prepared to accommodate a limited number of persons
desiring to be instructed in Latin, Greek, French or German. Will give
instruction when desired at either the pupil's residence or at the Business
Institute at Banks Hall.
LOS OSOS.
...One of the most stupendous undertakings of its kind is Dr. Nichol's
cable transit overhead line, from the Osos side of Bishop's peak. The doctor
proposes stretching a wire cable from his granite quarry that is high up on the
side of the mountain to the depot. He will sling rocks of all sizes on this
cable and turn the durn (sic) thing loose, presto and its gone like a streak of
greased lightening. I must congratulate the doctor on his being an engineering
expert. I have seen a sample of the rock after it went under the chisel and
polish and it is really beautiful and will some day be an article of export. (Compiler's
note: Dr. Nichols's quarry provided the 4' x 2' x 2' stone for the Sloat
Monument in Monterey. This monument, still standing in front of the entrance to
the Monterey Presidio is discussed by this compiler in the 1896 issue of ONE
HUNDRED YEARS AGO, pp. 44, 45, 53(2), 54, 55, 62, 71(4) and 75. The reader is
encouraged to learn more about the monument and the history of California by
reading those pages.)
It
is the general verdict of the Osos that Ben Pettit ought to get the position of
game warden. Ben is an old pioneer of this valley, and would take great
interest in looking after the welfare and protection of the game and fish. Let
him have it...
WILL
LYE.
RESCUED.
A CHINESE GIRL TAKEN FROM A HOUSE OF ILL
REPUTE.
Miss
Culbertson of San Francisco, arrived in this city Thursday evening and
immediately proceeded to a hotel.
Of course
the person reading the above paragraph will naturally wonder who Miss
Culbertson is. She is well known in San Francisco, having employed her time for
over nineteen years in rescuing Chinese girls from lives of shame and taking
them away from Mongolian rogues and designing rascals. The lady is the
superintendent of the Chinese Mission and Rescue home of San Francisco. The
home is located in the heart of China town in the big city, and Miss Culbertson
lives there and attends to the most complicated cases of rescuing the poor
Celestial maidens individually.
The
cause of the lady visiting this city was purely on business connect with the
good works in which she is interested. A few weeks ago, a Chinaman of Santa
Maria by the name of Chung Wah went to San Francisco and represented to a young
Chinese girl named Fong Sing, one of Miss Culbertson's proteges, that he was a
merchant and owned and operated a profitable business establishment in San Luis
Obispo. On the smooth talk of this bias-eyed wrestler of the washtub, the girl
consented to marry him. The wedding took place in the metropolis and Chung Wah
brought his bride to San Luis Obispo.
When
they arrived here the girl found that Chung Wah had a laundry in Santa Maria
and that she had been deceived by her spouse who immediately tried to put her
in a Chinese house of prostitution in this city. The girl, however, plainly saw
the predicament in store for her, and telegraphed to Miss Culbertson to come
and rescue her from the clutches of such a rascal.
Thursday
night after arriving at the hotel, Miss Culbertson sent for Marshal Cook. She
gave him a description of poor Fong Sing, and he commenced a search for her. He
found the place where the girl was living and yesterday morning Miss Culbertson
and Marshal Cook drove up to the house in Chinatown and rescued the girl. They
immediately went to the depot where the lady and her charge took the train for
San Francisco.
The
work at rescuing the girl was so quickly done that Chong Wah never realized
what had happened until his wife was speeding toward the Bay City as fast as
the train could take her, and the evil-designing Mongul's (sic) little scheme
failed to work.
QUIEN SABE.
AN INTERESTING YARN FROM THE COUNTY HOSPITAL.
About noon last Wednesday, there was a yarn circulated about town that
the sum of $100 had been found in a washtub at the hospital. The story of the
find is as follows:
Mrs.
Deleissegues, one of the nurses at the hospital, was engaged Wednesday morning
washing clothes that had belonged to three inmates who had died there a few
days previous. There were also some clothes belonging to Steward McLeod in the
same tub. A tramp who happened to come along and wanted a meal, was given
employment in running the washing machine. After the work was finished the
clothes were taken from the machine and put into a tub of clean water. Mrs.
Deleissegues began rinsing the clothes when she became somewhat surprised to
see a greenback floating on the surface of the water, and before she had recovered
from the shock she beheld four more greenbacks in the tub. She took the bills
which amounted to $100 and gave them to Steward McLeod who made a critical
examination and found that the greenbacks were genuine.
The
tramp was disgusted to find out that he had been operating a washing machine
containing $100, and felt grieved to think that so much currency should happen
to be floating about during these hard times.
The
yard had not been spread over the town for a very great time before a certain attorney
made a trip to the hospital and endeavored to file a claim on the money, but
the steward told him that some of his (the steward's) clothes had also happened
to be in the washtub and therefore he intended to take care of the money for
the present.
The
supposition is that the greenbacks were sewed up in some of the underwear
belonging to one of the three men lately deceased, and the secret pocket had
been torn open while the clothes were being washed in the machine and when they
were placed in the tub to be rinsed the greenbacks made their escape from one
of the garments by floating to the top of the water.
The
story is very good but it is said that the steward has not displayed the bills
to any of his friends in town up to the present time.
Frank
Vaudoit has been appointed postmaster of Casmalia. The postoffice is in the
town of Someo, but the postal authorities refused to accept Someo as the name
of the office as it conflicts with another office's name in another portion of
the state, hence the change of name for Someo's postoffice.
It
is rumored that Arroyo Grande is soon to have a daily newspaper. Times must be
rushing in that burg, but the people are doing well to support two weekly
papers without having a burden thrust upon them in the shape of a daily paper.
February 16, 1897 through
February 22, 1897.
THAT WASHTUB STORY.
(Compiler's
note: See last week's story entitled QUIEN SABE.)
IT
WAS TRUE AND THE FIND IS BEING ADVERTISED ON THE BULLETIN BOARDS.
The
TRIBUNE of Sunday morning contained an account of the finding of $100 in a
washtub at the county hospital last Wednesday by Mrs. Deleissegues. We were
inclined to discredit the story, but as will be seen by the following notice
which has been posted on the various bulletin boards about town, the story was
true and the greenbacks were genuine in every particular:
The
undersigned having been appointed appraisers, pursuant to sections 3136 and
3137 of the Political Code of the state of California, to value and appraise
certain lost and unclaimed property, found by Mrs. Eugenia Delleissegues, do
hereby report that the property consists of five twenty dollar bills national
currency of the United States of the description and value following:
Bill
for $20, No. 1321, issued by the Farmers' Mechanics' bank of Hartford, Conn.;
bill for $20, No. 2813, issued by the Montana National bank of Helena, Mont.;
bill for $20, No. 4157, issued by the First National bank of Independence, Mo.;
bill for $20, No. 3399, issued by the First National bank of McMinnville,
Oregon; bill for $20, No. 3350, issued by the Miami County National bank of
Kansas. Total $100.
The
notice is signed by Wm. Graves, A. C. McLeod and L. Kues, who were the
appraisers.
Railroad employes claim that the report concerning the return of the men
to this city and re-establishing the division here is a fact, and the change
may be effected within the next sixty days.
Marshal Cook reports that delinquent taxes on city property are being
paid every day. The list of delinquents is the smallest for a number of years.
PROPOSALS FOR FEEDING PRISONERS.
Notice is hereby given that the Board of Trustees do hereby invite
sealed bids for supplying good and substantial meals to the prisoners confined
in the City Jail of the City of San
Luis Obispo.
Bids
to be opened on Monday, March 1st, 1897, at 8 o'clock p.m., and contract to be
awarded to the lowest responsible bidder.
The
Board of Trustees reserves the right to reject any and all bids.
W.A.
HENDERSON, President of the Board of Trustees.
C.F.
SAMMANN, City Clerk.
W.W.
BRADFORD, Deputy City Clerk.
GREAT BARGAINS.
Much
of the TRIBUNE is taken up this morning with the special sale announcement of the
successors to the house of Quintana Bros. The public is familiar with the
recent unhappy history of that firm, how circumstances forced insolvency upon
it and finally the assignee disposed of the stock to the present holders at
thirty cents on the dollar. Much of the large stock was still in the original
cases, recently purchased and well worth the invoice price. None of the stack
was damaged or specially shopworn and the purchasers have of course an enormous
advantage over our other merchants. They propose to realize, and at once, and
they are able to offer bargains and will do so as that are unprecented (sic)
here. They expect to make a profit and can hardly help doing so, but even that
will permit them to make extraordinary offers. The goods have got to be sold
and the people will get the benefit. Go and stock up. Now is your chance.
A
number of the young people went to the top of the Cuesta grade yesterday
afternoon where they found plenty of snow and had a merry time throwing
snowballs at each other.
February 23, 1897 through
March 1, 1897.
A MASTER WORKMAN.
BEAUTIFUL CREATIONS IN GRANITE AND MARBLE OF
GEORGE ROBERTSON.
It
has been a matter of surprised remark among the visitors to our cemeteries that
many of the most striking and beautiful monuments erected there to the memory
of the dead are not as might have been supposed procured from some of the great
marbleworkers of California or the Eastern States, but are tributes to the
skill and taste of our local marble worker, Mr. George Robertson. He is a
master workman, trained in the thorough school of his mother country, England,
and no secret of the trade is hidden from him. The constructions of granite and
marble, carrying to future generations the memory of the departed, witnessing
as well the grief and sense of loss and loving respect of the bereaved ones and
which when well devised make the beauty of the cities of the dead, have in him
an architect and designer of the highest order, whose creations are exquisitely
perfect in every detail. Our attention has been called to some of his more
recent work, and we feel sure that no one can examine these without agreeing
that we are fully justified in our commendations. One of his most beautiful
creations is that in the plot of Mr. C.H. Phillips, a cross of chase design,
the base being a solid block shaped in three symbolic steps, the enclosure,
foundation, base and cross, all formed from pure white marble. It is a
beautiful piece of work. The shaft erected to the memory of the daughter of Mr.
Phillips is a creditable sample of Mr. Robertson's skill. The column is
cylindrical in shape, having on its face a scroll on which are the
inscriptions, and the scroll although projecting considerably is carved from
the same black of marble as the pillar. The base, like several others of Mr.
Robertson's monuments is of gray granite, artistically fluted and chiselled.
Another fine exhibit of his skill is the elegant spire which marks the last
resting place of the late Isidore Weill. It is a column of Italian marble with
a handsome lower base of granite. There
are many others perhaps equally worthy of note, but doubtless the most
striking of all is the massive and superb one which bears the name of Frederick
Erickson. It is of granite, pyramidal in general form and is surmounted by a
perfect sphere of the same stone, two feet and four inches in diameter,
weighing itself over half a ton and so finely polished that its surface
reflects like a mirror. The whole monument weighs between four and five tons,
and endless labor has apparently been expended in the details, the carving and
fashioning of all portions of the structure. It attracts a great deal of
attention naturally. On the monument, as on many of his other ones, much of the
inscription work is in strong relief and legible at an unusual distance. This
is a matter that Mr. Robertson takes special pains about. Before the
inscriptions are more than outlined, a traced copy is always taken and
submitted for examination and correction, thus avoiding all possibility of an
annoying error.
Our
people are fortunate in having located here so exceptionably (sic) able and
skillful a marble worker, one to whom the designing and personal execution of
such work is a labor of love and who aims at perfection in material and workmanship.
There is at least no excuse for sending abroad for what can be so much better
done at home and with a greatly lessened expenditure.
The
area going into mustard will be much larger than estimated last fall.
Considering the prospective low prices and the tendency of this product to
deplete the land, is this course advisable? It is very hard just now to
determine the better kind of crops to plant for profit.—Lompoc Record.
COMMUNICATION.
ED.
TRIBUNE: The number of beer kegs placed on the sidewalks on front of the
saloons of San Luis Obispo is something which is entitled to more than passing
notice. There is an ordinance, I believe, allowing business firms to place
boxes, barrels, etc., on the walk on front of their stores next to the building
to the width of two feet; and obstructions of any kind must be removed
altogether from the walks by 6 p.m. of each day. However, with the owners of
beer kegs it seems to be different for the kegs are to be found on the outer
edge of the sidewalk at almost any hour of the day or night. There is one store
keeper in this town who continually places a large box containing waste paper,
on the sidewalk after 7 o'clock p.mn. and some people have already stumbled
over this particular obstruction. Some dark night a belated citizen will fall
over that box and the city will have a nice little suit (sic) for damages. Our
trustees ought to look into this matter and order the marshal to enforce the
ordinance.
CLEAR WAY.
OUR VISITORS REPORT FAVORABLE.
SENATORS AND ASSEMBLYMEN WHO RECOGNIZE OUR
JUST CLAIMS.
They Recommend the Passage of the Bill
Establishing the Polytechnic School here.
The
people of this city have every reason to feel that their interests have been given
a fair and just consideration at the hands of the joint committee of senators
and assemblymen who visited this place last Saturday.
They
came to consider if it was advisable upon the part of the state to establish a
polytechnic school here. they returned to the capital with a most favorable
impression and apparently ready to grant any concession asked for.
Through our correspondent at Sacramento we are able to present to our
readers this morning the full text of the report as it appears on the records
of the senate:
"Mr. President: Your sub-committee from the finance committee and
committee on public buildings, appointed to visit San Luis Obispo and report on
the feasibility of establishing a polytechnic institute at that place, beg
leave to report:
"That the citizens of San Luis Obispo are fully awake to the
importance of such a school, as it ought to be established by the bill now
pending; they are unanimous in their desire it (sic) and are liberal in their
offers of assistance in the founding of the school.
"Several sites from five to ten acres each are offered without
expense to the state, and the beautiful Hotel Ramona can, your committee is
assured, be secured, be secured at a very reasonable figure.
"From the facts presented to, and observations made by your
committee, it is of the opinion that the location is in every way desirable and
they recommend that the substitute for senate bill No. 321 do pass."
That
is the full and exact report of the committee and every citizen of San Luis
Obispo can point with pride to the recognition given this city and rejoice in
the fact that our joint senator, Hon. S.C. Smith, is still waging the fight
with a strong determination and hopes, if the appropriations be not cut down
too low by the finance committee, to report ultimately a victory for the bill
establishing a polytechnic institute here.
Large schools of salmon are coming in at Port Harford and our sportsmen
are preparing to make another haul.
SIMMLER.
ED.
TRIBUNE:—Last week we had a fine rain, making every body feel pretty good...
...There are quite a number of ducks on the Salt lake at present and
J.L. Tarwater, Willie Bain, Willie Hubbard and Tom Cavanagh went duck hunting
last week on the Salt lake.
Jack
rabbits and coyotes are plentiful.
SUNSHINE.
The
board of trustees of Mission school district met yesterday afternoon and
awarded the contract to build a brick addition to the school house to Thos.
Helm. His bid for $5,750 was the lowest. Work will be commenced within a few
days. (Compiler's note: One hundred years ago, the "Mission
School" was the public school. Today the "Mission School" refers
to the parochial school, a part of the Catholic diocese educational system.)
POZO.
A HEAVY FALL OF SNOW IN THE EASTERN PART OF
THE COUNTY.
ED.
TRIBUNE: We had a splendid rain on the 18th, the precipitation amounting to
2.65 inches.
Thursday night the barometer fell to the snowing mark, and Friday
morning showed two inches on a level, and enough more fell during Friday and
Friday night to make a fall of six inches, had it all fallen at one time. The
storm extended over the Carisa Plains, and J.M. Hubble, the Simmler stage
driver, reports a fall of 18 inches on the summit of the mountains between Pozo
and La Panza.
...Messrs.
Sinsheimer Bros. sold 500 head of cattle, all sizes and ages from their Avenals
ranch on the 15th of this month, consideration $8000. Mr. Clark of the Huer
Huero was the purchaser of 250 head, which he moved through the valley on the
following day, en route to the Sacramento ranch. The remaining 250 head were
sold to Mr. E. Goodman of the Palo Prieta canyon, and were moved across the
Carisa Plains via the Carisa ranch trail, from the Avenals.
REORGANIZATION.
THE SAN LUIS GUN CLUB TAKES A NEW START.
The
San Luis Gun cub which was first organized on August 1, 1895, and which was in
active practice for a period of four months, has been reorganized and will
commence its season with over forty members. (Compiler's note: The original
organization of the gun club is covered in ONE HUNDRED YEARS AGO, 1895, pages
77, 84, and 85.)
The
first meeting was held Friday evening in Judge Gregg's building on Higuera
street.
The
following were elected as officers to serve for the ensuing year:
C.T.
Greenfield, president; I.S. Genter, vice president; Arthur E. Vollmer,
secretary; P.J. McCaffrey, treasurer. Directors, P.B. Prefumo, Bert Call and
G.W. McCabe.
The
boys are going to order more traps and a number of thousand of blue rock
targets, and will get down to work on Sunday, March 7. They do not expect to
break any records, but just give them a little time in which to practice and
they will be ready to meet any of the gun clubs of the county.
The
club also proposes live bird shoots at intervals during the season.
NIPOMO HAPPENINGS.
We
are having delightful weather. Rainfall for the season 12.96.
Feb.
25.
CHEERFUL.
The
members of the Teachers' Association will meet in convention at the Court school
house this morning at 10 o'clock. The people who are interested in school
matters are invited to attend.
John
Silveir (sic) d'Agaida, a native of Portugal, was admitted to citizenship
yesterday.
THE RAILROAD.
Certain
contractors who have been in this city of late, report that work will be
recommenced in a short time on the railroad. The company intended to have the
work started February 1, but for some reason it was delayed. They intend to
push the work to completion when operations start up again, and everybody in
this country hopes they will not have cause to change their plans. (Compiler's
note: The "gap" between San Luis and Ellwood was not closed until
March 31, 1901.)
March 2, 1897 through March 8,
1897.
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS.
March 1.
Board met in regular session, all members being present and after
reading and adopting minutes of the preceeding (sic) meeting the regular order
of business was suspended and the matter of change of boundaries of school districts
was taken up.
Petition is received from M. Schneider et al praying for a change in the
boundaries of Morro and Banning school districts and the same being approved by
N. Messer, superintendent of schools and it appearing to the board that the change
will be for the best interests of the people, it is ordered that there be taken
from Morro school district and added to Banning school district the following
territory, the e½ of sw¼ of sec 5, tp 30, s r 11 e, and lots 2, 3 and 4, and
sec 32, tp 29, s r 11 e...
...Petition received on behalf of D.R. Spooner and J.C. Stocking for
appointment as justice of the peace of Morro township vice Riley deceased were
laid over until the next meeting...
...The matter of appointment of game warden for the county was on motion
laid over indefinitely.
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS.
March 2.
In
re justice of the peace of Morro township. The board now reconsiders its action
of yesterday, whereby the matter of petition for appointment to the office of
justice of the peace of Morro township was deferred until April and the
petition of D.R. Spooner and J.C. Stocking are presented for consideration. On
motion of Supervisor Kester it was ordered that J.C. Stocking be and he is
hereby appointed justice of the peace in and for Morro judicial township, vice
F. Riley deceased...
...The report of J.S. Brooks, horticultural commissioner was received
and read. It details much work done by him showing the examination of several
orchards finding only a few red spiders and some wooly aphis, and also large
importations of seedling trees from Kansas which were diseased and required to
be disinfected. In his letter of transmittal he laments that no report or
apparent action of any kind had been taken by the other county commissioners.
THE CIGARETTE HABIT.
CHICAGO WILL MAKE AN ATTEMPT TO PREVENT THEIR
SALE TO SCHOOL BOYS.
A HEAVY TARIFF IMPOSED.
Dealers Will be Compelled to Pay to the City
One Hundred Dollars per Annum.
HOW THE LAW IS EXPECTED TO WORK.
A Number of Small Dealers in the Suburbs Will
be Compelled to Close.
By the Associated Press.
CHICAGO, March 2.—The city council by a unanimous vote, has passed an
ordinance requiring every dealer in cigarettes in Chicago to pay an annuity of
$100 to the city treasury.
The
law says that cigarettes cannot be sold within 200 feet of a school house. All
sold by licensed dealers must have been inspected by the commissioner of health
and receive his approval as to their purity. No cigarette can be sold which
contains opium, morphine, gypsum or other poisonous matter. Any violation of
these provisions of the ordinance passed by the council subjects the dealer to
a fine of from $50 to $200 for each offense, and $25 for each day of the
violation of the law.
The
number of packages sent to Chicago annually approximates 20,000,000. A small
dealer must sell 20,000 packages before he can earn what he has paid out for
his license. The down town dealers in the paper sticks say they will not feel
the expense of the license much but in the suburbs the license will practically
prohibit the sale. Mayor Swift will sign the ordinance which goes into effect
immediately.
CORRESPONDENCE.
ED.
TRIBUNE: In your paper of February 15, I noticed an article from your Los Osos
correspondent, who stated that an elopement was about to occur, the young lady
having skipped by the light of the sun, and the young man leaving by the light
of the moon. The correspondent made a mistake on his part. The young lady
simply became disgusted at the treatment she received from one of the Los Osos
people, and packed her trunk and left for her home. The young man is still in
the vicinity, is in good health and growing fat. (Compiler's note: The
original article concerning this elopement can be found in the copy for the week
of February 2 through February 8.)
A.
TRAMP.
THE NEW ESTRADA GARDENS.
MESSRS. MEHLMANN AND ERICKSON ARE THE
PROPRIETORS.
A Grand Picnic and Barbecue Will Constitute
the Opening Ceremonies.
Last
October Messrs. Mehlmann and Erickson purchased the property known as the
Estrada Gardens situated about a mile and a half northeast of this city. A few
years ago the gardens were the scene of many barbecues and picnics.
These gentlemen have been making many improvements on the place and it
is their intention to make it a first class resort for picnics and other out
door pleasures. The property comprises 164 acres.
From
the mainroad is an avenue on the right side of which are posts for the
convenience of persons who have teams. Midway of this approach the driveway
incloses (sic) a grass plot ornamented with a palm tree. A watering trough is
near by, and shade trees have been planted the entire length of the avenue.
Beyond are the gardens; the old arbor still remains, but otherwise the place is
improved so that an old timer would imagine that he was looking at some resort
near a large city.
Crossing a new bridge which spans a little stream, the visitor is at the
entrance of the pavilion. The building is 40 x 50 feet and the floor very
smooth which will be a delight to those who care to dance. Comfortable benches
are to be found at the ends of the pavilion for all who may desire to sit down
and rest. Adjoining the place is an elevated band stand where musicians will be
in attendance during the festive occasions.
The
old grape arbor has been left and long tables extend from one end to the other,
and here the picnickers can enjoy a barbecue and have plenty of room without
being crowded in any way.
The
entire ranch has been enclosed by a new fence. All the available ground has
been plowed and 1000 fruit trees of all varieties has (sic) been planted,
besides several acres in grapevines. About 800 or 900 lemon and orange trees
are yet to be planted.
Various parts of the place have been laid out in grass plots and neat
paths border the edge. Three roads encircle the place and shade trees are
planted on each side, which in time will make a beautiful drive.
Messrs. Mehlman (sic) and Erickson have spared no pains to make an
attractive place where the people of this city can visit on Sundays or holidays
to enjoy themselves. A resort like this has been needed for many years and the
proprietors should be crowned with success.
A
large force of man have been employed continuously since October in making the
improvements and they will not be through with the work until the first or
second week of April, when it is the intention of the owners to have a grand
opening to which everybody will be invited and they will have a genuine good
time for a more pleasant place to spend an afternoon is not to be found in this
portion of the state. Our people should become liberal patrons of a resort of
this kind.
Baron J.H. Von Shroeder (sic) owner of the famous Eagle ranch and a
prominent resident of San Francisco, arrived last night by rail, and is
stopping at the French. (Compiler's note: An article on Baron Von
Schroeder's plans to start an ostrich farm in the Santa Margarita vicinity can
be found in the copy for the week of January 19 through January 25.)
March 9, 1897 through March
15, 1897.
A GEOLOGICAL SURVEY.
TO BE MADE IN THE COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO.
Thanks to the efforts of P.H. Dallidet Jr., and some others of our
public spirited citizens, we will probably this year have a thorough geological
survey of the territory for a radius of ten or fifteen miles about this city.
It is naturally within the scope of the operations of the bureau in question to
do a certain amount of work of the kind every year. In a general way it is
known that we have in this vicinity, great bodies of bituminous rock, limerock,
stone for building purposes, &c., but definite knowledge of our resources
is lacking and the official survey to which we have referred will be invaluable
to us.
Information received from Hon. J.J. Crawford, the ex-mineralogist of the
state and from Hon. A.S. Cooper, his successor, is to the effect that our
petition for a survey of this section has been favorably considered and if the
proposition receives the endorsement of the trustees of the State University,
who practically control the matter, the work will be commenced at once. It is
understood that the noted geologist, Mr. Harold W. Fairbanks, will have charge
of the survey.
LOS OSOS.
G.W. LONG UNFURLS OLD GLORY TO THE BREEZE.
ED.
TRIBUNE: All greeting to you Mr. Long and long may your name be remembered
after you have passed in your checks and joined the silent majority in that
mystic land of shadows, the great unknown. You will have left behind, your hand
prints on the flag pole. A tribute to your own industry and that inborn love
for your flag. I only wish that you may live many years over the allotted three
score and ten.
Standing straight as an arrow 75 feet from the ground is the flag pole
that Mr. Long has raised. The advance signal and guardian of our liberty into
this the valley of the bears. Old Glory was unfurled on March 4, 1897 for the
first time in honor of our President Major McKinley the great protectionist.
The flag floats over as free and intelligent people as there is on God's
footstool. Strangers on entering this valley will note with admiration this
first symbol of their country.
One
mile farther on our flag waves triumphantly over the Laguna school house which
derives its name from a large lake near by. A few miles and we come to the
Stowe School which is situated about half a mile from the main road on the
right, and here again the patriotism is displayed. A distance of four miles
intervenes between this and the Los Osos school house and again our flag is
unfurled to the breeze on a pole that stands 50 feet high, but it is now
dwarfed in the shade by Mr. Long's sky scraper. From here if we will follow the
line of the road with our eyes we can see distinctly the white and gleaming
cupola of the Sand Hill school house, the school that has progress for its
motto and the star spangled banner for its shield.
I
challenge any other community to display a better or more patriotic spirit than
that shown by the people of the Los Osos. And yet this valley of ours is
cosmopolitan in its makeup. You can pick out foreigners from most every land
and clime, yet should Uncle Sam's bugle notes awake the echoes of war, you
would find them in the front ranks. While Lyle will be there where the bullets
are thickest. "Where?" Under the ammunition wagon cursing his luck.
They
are all American sons from the alpine heights of Switzerland and men from the
sunny land of Portugal.
Old
Ireland and England may lock horns in a bout of jollity and good feeling but
they will "rally around the flag, boys," hand-in-hand with Denmark's
stalwart sons and the "flaxen" haired boys from the land over the
Rhine. Let the drums roll amid the bugle's loud blare and you'll find that Lye
will still be there. Where? Under the ammunition where the bullets are the
thickest. Lord save him...
WILL
LYE.
THE STATE SCHOOL.
THE BILL WILL PROBABLY BE ACTED UPON TONIGHT.
Our
ambassadors at Sacramento, Messrs. Whitsel and Whicher have not failed to
report progress daily and have usually had an encouraging word to send with
reference to the status of the bill to establish a School of Technology here.
At last accounts the bill had been reported back from the house committee on
ways and means to which it had been referred, and favorably, and action is
expected tonight. There is every reason to hope that the lower house will pass
the bill and then we will have to depend upon the tender mercies of the
Governor. Any favorable influence that can be exerted in that quarter will be
gratefully felt and kindly remembered, we do not doubt.
THE PISMO WHARF.
THE WORK OF REBUILDING WILL COMMENCE IN
APRIL.
Paul
O'Donnell manager of the Pismo Lumber company was in town yesterday. He says
that work on reconstructing the wharf will probably be commenced about the
first or second week in April. It was the intention of the company to purchase
the piles for the wharf in this vicinity, but the people who have eucalyptus
trees that are suitable for piling ask too high a price for them, hence they are
compelled to purchase the piles from a firm in San Francisco.
Mr.
Jordan who is the heaviest stockholder in the concern, intended to spend every
cent in this locality on the material to be used, but if the people having
material are going to charge more than what it can be bought for elsewhere,
then of course he will be forced to go to a foreign market.
The
work will give employment to a number of men who have already been engaged.
AN HEIR TO A LARGE ESTATE.
A WELL KNOWN LADY IN THIS CITY TO RECEIVE $200,000.
Two Hundred Thousand Pounds on Deposit in the
Bank of England.
About six months ago Mrs. M.F. Dorsey of this city received information
from Illinois that she was one of the heirs to a large estate in England. At
that time nothing was mentioned in regard to the matter. Since that time
letters have been sent to England for information, and a few days ago the lady
was informed that the news which she had received previously was correct, and
that the sum of £200,000 was on deposit in the Bank of England to the credit of
the Paine heirs.
Mrs.
G.A. Baum, mother of Mrs. Dorsey, who lives in Indianola, Illinois, is a
granddaughter of a Mr. Paine, who died in England in 1877. At the time of his
death it was not known by his granddaughter that he had left a large estate,
but investigation proved that the deceased had left a large sum of money on
deposit in the Bank of England, and that the money had been put there in trust
by another individual. The heirs received nothing at the time except the
information that there might be something for them later on.
Time
went on and the prospect of getting anything looked dark, and one of the heirs
was missing. Later on papers and documents were found which furnished
conclusive proof that the Paine family were the lawful owners of the estate,
and then the missing heir was discovered. Proceedings wee then commenced to
procure the coin.
The
case was recently decided by a suit in chancery in London, which instructs the
Bank of England to deliver the amount of £200,000 to the proper authorities who
in turn will transfer the money to the heirs.
There are five heirs to the estate, one of whom is Mrs. Dorsey, and as
the money in United States coin would amount to $1,000,000, hence she is to
receive $200,000.
Mrs.
Dorsey's many friends will be pleased to learn of her good fortune.
OUR SCHOOL BILL.
Our
school bill, we don't mean Will Armstrong, but our Polytechnic bill, appears to
be hanging fire in the assembly. Thanks to the good offices of our Assemblyman
Burnett it was put on the "urgency file" and is No. 42 in a list of
80, that file being constructed so that each assemblyman was permitted to
father just one bill and the whole list to take precedence of any others after
3:00 daily. So without doubt the bill will get to a vote. It was expected that
it would be reached possibly on Tuesday but the measures ahead of it have
apparently not been disposed of as rapidly as was expected.
COMPLETED THE WORK.
The
engineering corps of the Southern Pacific company in charge of C.E. Nichols,
stationed at Salinas for about two months past, have finished their labors and
part of the corps passed through this city last night en route to Surf, where
they will await further instructions.
PASSED A SECOND READING.
OUR SCHOOL BILL IS FAVORABLY RECEIVED BY THE
ASSEMBLY.
The
following dispatch from Warren M. John at Sacramento, will interest our
readers:
"Sacramento, March 12.—The bill to establish a polytechnic school
at San Luis Obispo, passed a second reading in the assembly today. There was no
opposition. The bill will come up for its final passage in a few days.
NEW WATER WORKS.
JOSEPH LIND GIVES THE WATER COMPANY THE
GLASSY EYE.
Jos.
Lind is against corporations and has gone into the water business himself in
opposition to the Water company. Mr. Lind has a contract for putting in the
foundation of the building to be erected by Judge Beebee on Higuera street. Mr.
Lind applied to the Water company for their rate to furnish the water which he
thought to be rather steep. Water he must have. He rigged up an old cistern
pump and tried to get water from the San Luis creek, but the pump wouldn't work
owing to the air in the pipe, and a representative of the great San Luis Water
company stood near, greatly pleased to see the failure of Lind's scheme.
However, it was only a short time before the pump began to draw up the water,
and Lind chuckled to himself to think how he had saved a few twenties by a
simple little force pump.
LOST HIS MIND.
A PROMINENT PASO ROBLES RANCHER BECOMES
INSANE.
Our
correspondent at Paso Robles sent us by telephone last evening the particulars
in regard to the following deplorable case:
Joseph Kerr a highly respectable rancher living one and a half miles
north west of Paso Robles, went violently insane today. It took the united
strength of five men to subdue and bind him.
He
was found in the hills back of his house by constable Y.B. Saunders, and the
unfortunate man made a desperate attack on the constable with a large knife and
the officer, who is a large and powerful man, was but a mere child in the hands
of the madman, and if assistance had not been at hand it would have fared badly
with him. He clubbed his handcuffs over the head of Kerr hard enough to break
them, before the demented man could be tied.
Kerr
has always been a hard working, industrious man and no reason is given for his
strange affliction. He has a wife and two small children who have the sympathy
of the whole community.
Mr.
Kerr was in this office Friday, as had been his habit on his occasional visits
to this city and exhibited then no signs whatever of mental aberration. He is a
man of sturdy energy and more than average ability, a hard-headed Scotchman and
a good fighter. Financial difficulties have beset him of late years but he
would be the last one apparently to succumb to mental strain.
March 16, 1897 through March
22, 1897.
OFF FOR CATALINA.
A CREW OF MEN LEAVE FOR THE ISLAND THIS
MORNING.
As was announced a week ago, Mr. Wm.
Sandercock of this city, has secured the contract for building a grand scenic
driveway on Santa Catalina island from Avalon to Eel Rock.
The
road is to be twelve feet wide, built on a ten per cent grade and will be eleven
miles in length. The first three miles of the road is the most difficult to
make as it is over a mountain grade and very rough. It is estimated that it
will take at least five month's time to finish the work. When completed it will
make a grand drive for the visitors.
Santa Catalina island is owned by the Bannings of Los Angeles. The
island is famous as a summer resort, many people from all over the world going
there to enjoy a few weeks when visiting in this state. There has never been
any place where tourists could drive and the Bannings have at last decided to
have a road built for the benefit of their guests.
This
morning ten men will be sent from this city to San Pedro where they will be
joined by another crew from Chino, and all will take passage for Santa Catalina
island Thursday morning where they will begin their labors in the afternoon of
the same day. A number of wagons and scrapers will be shipped at the same
time..
A
band of work horses will be driven to Los Angeles by Jerome Brumley and others
and will be taken to the island at once. Mr. Sandercock will ship another bunch
of horses from his ranch at Chino.
The
building of the road will involve an expenditure of $15,000 to $25,000, and
there is no doubt but what the road will be well made as Mr. Sandercock is
noted as a road builder having done a great deal of that kind of work when the
Southern Pacific railroad was built from Santa Margarita to this city.
Mr.
Sandercock intends to leave for the island within a few weeks, and intends to
personally superintend the work on the new road.
THE GUN CLUB.
A SUCCESSFUL MEETING AT THE GROUNDS SUNDAY.
The
first meeting for this season of the San Luis Gun club was held at the grounds
Sunday afternoon. About eighteen members of the club were present and 500 blue
rocks were shot at. The boys were out of practice and did not shoot the number
that they have been credited with heretofore.
The
shooting grounds have been greatly improved since lat year, as a good bulkhead
has been built and a pit made for the men who spring the traps.
Thos. Rhodes who is a member of the Paso Robles club, was present and
participated in the sport, and G.A. Younglove of this city was the only person
present who excelled him as a wing shot. The score for the day resulted as
follows:
Thos. Rhodes 12, A. Galewsky 2, Jas. Beck 0, Fred Knight 6, Geo. Badger
10, Harry Knight 11, O. Mehlmann 7, J.E. Van Schaick 10, Bert Call 10, I.S.
Genter 3, C.T. Greenfield 7, D. Gaxiola 9, A. Vollmer 8, Jas. Cook 7, W. Fuller
2, Jas. Tracy 7, C.A. Younglove 14, Henry Klaucke 4.
The
club will hold another meeting next Sunday afternoon when the score will
present a better record than it did at the meeting of Sunday last.
A KINDERGARTEN.
A SCHOOL FOR THE LITTLE ONES ESTABLISHED
HERE.
Miss
Welch, sister of Mrs. Jos. Lind, of San Jose, has started a kindergarten in
this city in a portion of the Congregational church. The school was opened
yesterday with a good attendance of children. All the necessary equipments for
this class of a school are furnished by the instructor and the school will be
well patronized by parents having children who are too young to attend the
public school but who are large enough to go to the kindergarten. (Compiler's
note: Is interesting that SIZE rather than AGE, was the determining factor to
qualify a child for participation in this educational enterprise.) Parents
can send their little ones to this school and know that they will receive the
proper care and attention, and thus relieve themselves of the burden of looking
after them during the morning hours. The school opens at 9 a.m. and the labors
of the day are finished by noon time.
Miss
Welch has confidence of success in her venture and being well skilled in
kindergarten work will undoubtedly, in time, have a large class of little ones
to reward her for the efforts she has taken in this direction.
THE BREAKWATER.
WORK WILL BE RESUMED ABOUT THE FIRST WEEK IN
MAY.
Harvey Cushing came down from Morro yesterday to see his friends in
town. He says that during the past ten days four contractors from San Francisco
have visited Morro to investigate the quality of rock in that locality, for the
purpose of putting in a bid for continued work on the breakwater of Port
Harford.
Mr. Cushing
is in charge of Eldridge & Company's steam tug Tiger. This boat was used to
tow the barges loaded with rock to Port Harford during the completion of the
former contract on the breakwater. It is stated that the work will probably be
resumed about the first week in May. Mr. Cushing has charge of the tug which
has been at anchor in Morro bay near the wharf, for some time past. The tug
will be used when the work is started on the new contract.
ARRIVED.
Mr.
N.H. Fairbanks, the gentleman appointed to make the geological survey of a
certain portion of this county arrived last evening from San Francisco and was
met by P.H. Dallidet Jr., who has used his best efforts to have the state
mineralogist send a man to this section to do the work. Mr. Fairbanks will
commence operations at once beginning at a point near the San Bernardo chrome
mine and make the survey for a square of twenty-five miles.
VERY UNGRATEFUL.
A TRAMP GETS FOOD AND LODGING AND THEN ROBS
HIS BENEFACTOR.
A
few days ago a tramp went through the house of Louis Ferrini in the Los Osos
valley. The Weary Waggles proved to be an expert in the art of ransacking the
place, taking every thing which he could conveniently carry away without
detection.
The
tramp arrived at Ferrini's house during the evening and was given a good supper
and allowed to sleep in the barn. The next morning after Ferrini and his men
had gone to the corral to milk the cows, the ungrateful tramp proceeded to go
through the house at his leisure. He opened the trunks belonging to the men
helping himself to such articles which suited his fancy. He took $8 in coin
besides a number of beer checks on one of the liquid dispensaries in San Luis.
The thief made his escape and no doubt gave the beer checks to some of his
friends on the road.
The
next tramp who applies at the Ferrini ranch for rest and refreshment will meet
with the warmest reception and will feel grieved to find that a former knight
of the road spoiled the combination. So says Will Lye. (Compiler's note:
Will Lye was the correspondent for Los Osos. His name is meant to be a play on
words: Will Lie!)
The
announcement of the find (sic) passage by the Legislature of the bill
establishing a State Polytechnic school at this point, was received with highest
manifestations of pleasure, tempered however, with doubts as to the possible
adverse action of the Governor. It is a matter of such vital importance to this
city, it is a project so long and earnestly advocated, it means so much for our
educational interests, that every friend of our city cannot but feel deeply
concerned.
Our
success, if we do succeed, will be an excellent illustration of the adage that
Heaven helps those who help themselves. It is not to be imagined that but for
the earnest efforts of those among us who for years past have exerted
themselves to secure the location of the school here, this city would have been
thought of as the site of such an institution. Nor would our efforts have
availed if we had not had so zealous and able an advocate in the State Senate
as Senator Smith. And when his influence had been exhausted, defeat yet awaited
us without the good services of our townsmen Messrs. A.S. Whitsel and John
Whicher. The city owes them a debt of gratitude, that responding to the demand
made upon them, they made the journey to the Capital with much self sacrifice
and labored so faithfully there. Nor do we forget the hearty assistance given
by Assemblyman Burnett and the effective work done by Mr. R.E. Jack. Whether
finally defeated or not the fight was a good one and well fought and we should
give credit where credit is due.
CAYUCOS.
EDITOR TRIBUNE: The past week has been quite as dry as was wished for
and some of the farmers who complained of too much rain would now like a shower
to soften the top of the ground which is crushed. The rainfall for the season
is 16.60 inches. There have been no heavy rains this season, but rain has been
so evenly distributed that many people think that the precipitation has been
more than usual, which is not the case, however, as the following record will
show, being the record of rain for nine years: 1887-88, 15.31; 1888-89, 21.21;
1889-1890, 32.42; 1890-1891, 16.24; 1891-92, 12.08; 1892-93, 1938; 1893-94,
13.03; 1894-95, 22.58; 1895-96, 16.53.
This
is an average of almost exactly 18.75 inches. Judging from past years, the
remainder of this season will bring the rainfall slightly above the average.
Dr.
Grimes, "that good old man," will need to "look a little
out," as a new firm has hung out its shingle, which reads: "Brown
& Ferguson, Physicians and Surgeons, Operations Skillfully Performed, Teeth
Extracted Without Pain, Ether Administered." Cayucos is provokingly
healthy, even for one physician.
A
number of our Swiss citizens had a supper and dance on March 10th at Louis
Pedraita's hotel, the occasion being to celebrate the success of the Liberal
party (or Patrico Liberali [sic]) in the recent elections in Switzerland. The
Independent band rendered suitable selections and made a praiseworthy attempt to
eat to a finish of the many good things that filled the table...
...The Chronicle man says: "Congress convenes in special session,
Hawaii is to be annexed, Cuba is to be recognized, Spain is to be whipped and
Durant to be hanged, and if it don't (sic) all happen right away off, you get
the Chronicle free."
As
we now have an American administration something is going to pop, or as some
said recently: "Uncle Sam is going to raise h--l and put a chunk under
it."
REPUBLICAN.
CAYUCOS, March 15, 1897.
March 23, 1897 through March
29, 1897.
AT THE CAPITAL.
ED.
TRIBUNE:...San Luis Obispo owes a debt of the deepest gratitude to Hon. F.
Harris, "Cap" as everybody calls him, for his efforts in behalf of
the polytechnic bill. The popular Santa Barbara Assemblyman stands well in the
assembly and his wide range of friendship was instrumental in gaining a great
many votes for the measure. He was able to lend Hon. J.K. Burnett an assistance
which was very material to success...
TEN DAYS AFTER ADJOURNMENT.
There is an impression prevailing with a few about town that the time in
which the governor may consider the polytechnic school bill and take action on
the same is limited to ten days after the passage of the bill by the assembly,
to wit, March 27. During the session of the legislature, the governor may hold
a bill for only ten days, but a measure passed within nine or any period of
less than nine days, previous to adjournment, may be held for ten days after
adjournment by the chief executive.
ONE OF 262.
The
number of bills passed by the legislature and sent to the governor was 381. Of
this number the governor, prior to adjournment, acted upon 119, leaving 262
bills yet in his possession. Our polytechnic bill is one of this number.
CAYUCOS.
ED.
TRIBUNE: ...Mr. Mayfield of San Simeon, was in Cayucos last Sunday. In fact, he
frequently visits here on Sundays, the attraction being a nice young lady.
Captain Cass has been busy superintending the repairing of his wharf for
some time past and was somewhat surprised to read that he was in San Francisco,
but if the TRIBUNE says so it must be so...
REPUBLICAN.
SIGNS OF PROGRESS.
THE VISITS OF TOURISTS AND A HINT ON THE
"GAP."
San
Luis Obispo every day is welcoming within its confines numerous people of the
tourist class. In the rosy tinted dream land of speculation one looks to
presence of these people as an indication of advancement, of the start in the
pathway of progress and consequently increasing enterprise. So it seems at this
time, and so it is hoped to be. Many a tourist may pass us by this winter
without seeking a home here, but when another winter brings its sleet and ice
to make dismal the homes in Ohio, Indiana, Illinois or the great eastern
states, thoughts will return to the golden sunbeams of San Luis Obispo, that
made pleasant the visit in 1897, and this same tourist will arrive in 1898 to
make this section a permanent home...
...Again cheerful news comes of the intention of the Southern Pacific
people to speedily complete the construction of the coast road and sweep the
"gap" into the dark labyrinths of oblivion, where it shall no more
trouble the farmers and business men of San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara
counties.
The
news is gleaned this time from an interview had by an Examiner representative
with C.P. Huntington in Los Angeles. It appears in the issue of March 25 and is
as follows:
"In answer to another question Mr. Huntington said that the coast
line between San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara would be completed within the
calendar year, as only about fifty-eight miles remain unfinished. Tomorrow Mr.
Huntington will start north."
It
is reported that Mr. Huntington and party are now in Santa Barbara and will
proceed to the southern terminal of the gap.
(Compiler's
note: The gap was not closed until March 31, 1901!)
SIMMLER.
ED.
TRIBUNE:...A horse belonging to I.L. Tarwater fell into one of his stock wells.
The consequence was that he had to fill up the well and dig a new one.
W.A.
Fairbanks arrived from Santa Margarita with a new organ for the Simmler school
house...
SUNSHINE.
March 18.
CONTRACT FILED.
A
document was filed with County Recorder Fiedler, which states that E.C. Strickland
assumes the contract to erect a seven-room, one story residence for George W.
Bobo on lot 7, block 172, of H. Dallidet's Addition. The contract price is
$750.
There is no such thing as hard times in San Luis when you can buy choice
sugar cured hams at 6 cents per pound. C.T. Greenfield.
The
Military band boys have decided to purchase uniforms, and will soon appear with
that added advantage.
A FREAK TALKS OF FREAKS.
San
Luis has a 4-legged chicken added to its long list of freaks, both human and
otherwise.—Arroyo Grande Oracle.
MORE SIGNS OF REAL ENTERPRISE.
H.M. WARDEN SOON TO ERECT A LARGE BRICK
STRUCTURE.
It Will Take the Place of Six Stores Fronting
on Higuera Street.
It
will be noted from an advertisement in another column that Mr. H.M. Warden of
the Los Osos, is advertising for sale the six buildings on Higuera street now
occupied as business places with the exception of one empty store. The
buildings in question include those tenanted (sic) by Messrs. Green, Lewin,
Ferguson, Johnson, Greenleaf and the empty building adjoining the latter.
The
ground upon which the structures are located must be cleared by May 15. The
loss of these buildings does not mean the loss of any enterprise. It means the
advent of increased enterprise and another step forward in the progress of our
city.
Mr.
Warden was interviewed by a TRIBUNE reporter in this city yesterday. He is
having plans drawn at the present time which contemplate without fail, the
erection of an elegant brick building to take the place of the wooden
structures now offered for sale.
The
new building is to have a frontage and depth of 100 feet. It is to be two full
stories, the lower floor to be divided into four store rooms finished in the
most approved style. The second floor will be set aside for a number of well
ventilated, attractive offices.
In
connection with the building there is a rumor afloat that Los Osos Parlor
N.S.G.W., are to have quarters on the second floor.
The
construction is to commence on June 1 and proceed rapidly until completed.
The
stranger in quest of a home and business place can well center upon a city that
exhibits such marked signs of improvement. There are reports of several other
buildings soon to be erected, and no one can measure the advancement our city
is to take in the next few years.
HAS AN IDEA.
AN ELECTRIC ROAD TO CONNECT THIS CITY AND
ARROYO GRANDE
W.H.
Ryan, the owner of the popular hotel in Arroyo Grande which bears his name, is sojourning
in this city for a few days as a guest at the Ramona.
"I have an idea," remarked Mr. Ryan to a Tribune
representative yesterday. "It may seem absurd and a sort of a fairy tale
and yet it is more practical than a mere passing consideration of the scheme
will suggest.
"What I allude to is an electric road to connect this city and
Arroyo Grande, running by way of Pismo beach. It would receive a great many
passengers every day of the week for a considerable portion of the year."
This
suggestion Mr. Ryan discussed at length. The present may regard the scheme as
impracticable but the future will make it a strong possibility.
Grammar grade diplomas have been issued to Minnie Branch and Maud
Gosham, by the county board of eduction.
March 30, 1897 through April
5, 1897.
SMITH MEASURES THEM.
The
Military Band boys know just how large they are now. They have all grown
greatly in the estimation of the people of this city, although some of them
have not grown so much otherwise. Late Monday evening Charles Smith, the man in
charge of Crocker's clothing department, took the measurements upon which the
boys are soon to be rigged out with new uniforms.
SCORE ONE FOR ARNOLD.
INTERESTING CASE FROM A PASO ROBLES COURT.
The case
of Angelino Bassi vs Bernardo Mastagni may not go down into the history of
jurisprudence as a case long to be cited for its bearing upon vital and
important questions of law, yet in the legal circles of Paso Robles it will
long be remembered. Yesterday it had an inning in the Superior court and the
troubled waves, that ever and anon dash their spray upon the ermine of a
Springs city justice, rolled uneasily about the corridors of the court house. (Compiler's
note: "Springs city" was a nickname for Paso Robles, a city noted for
its hot springs.)
No
lawyers have ever been killed in Paso Robles and there have been no justice of
the peace missing so far as can be learned, but taking the two together they
have not composed a happy family for some time.
The
case above referred to was begun February 15 before Judge Arnold, who is also
the editor of the Independent. P.O. Chilstrom appeared as counsel for plaintiff
Bassi and G.F. Witter, Jr., and W.R. Cooley for defendant Mastagni.
The
case provided a number of very exciting scenes. Lawyer Witter was fined for
contempt of court and the defendant met the same fate by deliberately leaving
the witness stand while under examination.
Then
came the final event which led to the Superior yesterday.
Justice Arnold refused to transmit papers on appeal to the Superior
court upon the demand of Mr. Witter, attorney for the defendant, Mastagni. It
was alleged that Arnold had not taken the proper legal steps to order the
papers transmitted. Mr. Witter considered that he had and brought a writ of
mandate before the Superior court to compel Justice Arnold to produce the
papers. Arnold filed a demurrer.
It
was upon this demurrer that Judge Unangst listened to long arguments yesterday
by E. Graves and G.F. Witter, Jr., and finally sustained the demurrer of
Justice Arnold.
And
Mr. Arnold is now ahead on the score with Lawyer Witter a determined second.
GOLDEN ANNIVERSARY.
Cards are out announcing a reception to be tendered Mr. and Mrs. E.M.
Matthews of Paso Robles, in honor of their golden wedding anniversary, April 3.
It is tendered to the aged couple by Mr. and Mrs. J.E. Mosher.
AROUND THE COURT HOUSE.
A DEPUTY COUNTY CLERK CONSIDERED AS AN
INFORMATION BUREAU.
Deputy
County Clerk Dyer receives some very unique communications from various parts
of the county. Yesterday he received a letter from a farmer friend containing
the following request:
"Sam, please make out a marriage license and forward it to me, and
say nothing about it."
Evidently that was all correct, but the writer failed to state the
girl's name and it is therefore inferred that Sam must be a bureau of
information, which he states is an impossibility.
The
total amount of fees collected during the month of March by County Clerk
Whicher amounted to $277.35. In the recorder's office the fees reached a much
higher figure and Mr. Fiedler added $304.75 to the county's wealth.
A
marriage license has been issued to Antonio J. Andera and Miss Mary Francis.
Constable Saunders landed three Paso Robles hobos at the county bastile
Tuesday evening. Deputy Sheriff Eubanks had them out at work yesterday and the
offices were provided with stove wood.
BICYCLE ROAD.
A
petition from Santa Maria praying that the board of supervisors build a bicycle
road between the towns of Santa Maria and Guadalupe, has been filed with County
Clerk Doyle.—Santa Barbara Press.
Our
neighboring county has a bad case of wheels. It had better attend to its wagon
roads in the interest of the farmers.
TODAY DECIDES IT.
THERE IS HOPE, THOUGH THE POSSIBILITY SEEMS
LIMITED.
When
the big San Francisco dailies reached this city last night they were much
sought after. The day had passed without any word of the action or the probable
action of Governor Budd on the Polytechnic School bill. Yet there was a
possibility that the metropolitan news columns might contain some encouraging
word. No one dared to hope even that in some remote telegraphic dispatch there
might be such a thing talked about, as the approval of the bill.
The
dispatches in the Chronicle and Call, which were identical, did not tend to
give the cloud of hope a silvery lining. Here is what the Chronicle said in
reference to the governor's action upon the bills passed at the recent session.
"Stockton, March 30.— Governor Budd came home today and will
continue his inspection of bills at his office here. He says that he will give
between eighty and 100 bills a pocket veto. Many of these will be bills
carrying with them appropriations. He has selected the most important measures
for his inspection, and says he has not appended his signature to a single bill
without giving it three careful readings. As the time limit will expire
Thursday, it is possible that some of the bills will die a natural death
through the failure of the governor to reach them."
It
must be confessed that hope does not spring anew with each succeeding word in
the above. Today the fate of our school bill will be known. Whatever may be the
decision, the spirit of progress cannot be stopped. Tourists are within our
city every day, many new buildings are to be erected, enterprises are to be
started and it is well to stop at this milestone in our history and read the
sign post pointing the better way.
THE UNION CREAMERY.
IT IS DOING A RUSHING BUSINESS JUST NOW.
Early yesterday forenoon when a TRIBUNE representative visited the Union
Creamery on the Morro road, the place presented a very lively appearance. There
was a long string of wagons loaded with milk cans standing in place to take
their turn at unloading. A stranger who could have noted the scene would have
said without the slightest hesitation that the dairy industry of this county is
a prominent one, and worthy of every recognition which can be given it.
Mr.
E. Caligari is the present manager in charge. He understands his business fully
and receives many words of praise from the patrons of the dairy for his careful
and painstaking methods. He has as his assistant, Mr. Tappa, who has a thorough
knowledge of the most advanced methods of turning out the golden product.
On
an average the creamery is turning out about 1100 pounds of butter daily. The
total amount of milk received yesterday aggregated 24,844 pounds.
Shipments of butter are made every four days. Up to within a month ago
all of the product was sent by steamer, but since the refrigerator cars were
added to the freight train of the Southern Pacific it goes by that line.
Milk
is furnished at the creamery from dairies run by the following persons:
Angel Ferrasci, Vic Tognazzi (sic), L. Ferrasci, Jas. Righetti, Ben
Ferrasci, A. Zoppi, G.B. Lenini (sic), F. Diaz, D. Filos, J.F. Olmstead, Jas.
Tappa, M. Brown, R. Tonini, G. Birra & Co., A.D. Martinez and Mrs. V.
Canet.
The
pasture is excellent and the output of butter is expected to increase during
the present month.
INVITATIONS OUT.
Invitations have reached this office announcing a wedding which is to
occur in Sacramento April 15th, and which will no doubt prove of interest to a
number of people in this city. The parties are Mr. J.C. Vogelgesang (sic) and
Miss Nellie Remick, the latter the estimable daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A.C.
Remick, formerly of this place. Mr. Vogelgesang is an industrious young
mechanic who has held a position for seven years in the Southern Pacific
machine shops of Sacramento and won the respect and esteem of all for his
thorough reliability. Congratulations will be in order from a number of San
Luis Obispoans when the happy event occurs.
BUT NO FISH.
It
would not have been to the advantage of San Luis Obispo to have had its
population taken yesterday. It was the first of April, the opening day of the
trout season, and every creek within driving distance was visited by various
parties.
HORSE SHOEING.
A PLAIN TALK FROM THE BREEDER AND SPORTSMAN.
Now
that the blacksmiths of San Luis Obispo have joined the ranks of organized
labor no little interest centers in their industry. In view of this the
following is taken from a communication in the January number of the Breeder
and Sportsman.
"The term 'jack of all trades and master of none,' applies very
aptly to many who conduct blacksmith shops. I assert this fearlessly because I
can name many who never served an hour's apprenticeship at the trade but gained
their very limited experience while tinkering on a ranch or in a lumber camp.
Six months at this end they are found with a sign in front of a shop in a town
or city. they cannot compete successfully with mechanics. At a given price they
would get little to do and in order to get custom, will work for fifty per cent
less than the artisan, and to the shame of many horse owners be it said, they
are patronized. A half-dollar reduction in the price of shoeing a horse catches
the average horse owner. He will jump at it as does a hungry trout at the
seductive artificial fly of the angler, and in the end is as badly worsted as
is the fish, for at the expiration of two or three months there is not a sound
foot under the horse. In these days of hard paved streets, a mechanic's skill
is required to keep the hoof of the horse in good condition, but a
"botch" can convert a sound hoof into a mass of corns, bruised hoofs
and quarter and toe cracks in less than three months. It is being done daily,
simply because horse owners patronize those who do cheap work.
"My advice to all horse owners is beware of the man who solicits
work at a price less than that for which you have been having it done. He who offers
an inducement of that kind is not a mechanic. Cheap work is a synonym for poor
work done with poor material, and in the end is the most expensive. A horse, if
worth shoeing at all, is worth being shod properly. Avoid the cheap shoer and
you avoid the botch. Take your horse to a mechanic who asks only a fair
remuneration for his work and the results will always be satisfactory, because
your horse will be ready to respond to every reasonable task imposed upon him.
"Never say to a shoer, 'I want you to drive bigger nails this time,
the shoe staid on but three months the last time you shod him.' The length of
time a shoe stays on is not an evidence of the skill of the shoer.
"Let the artisan be the judge of the size of the nail to use. The
'shell' of the hoof is often thicker and stronger on a small than on a large
horse, and the shoer must use the nail best adapted to his work. Ten small
nails will do less damage to a brittle hoof than seven large ones, and hold
equally as well. Don't growl if your shoer is a mechanic when you see him
driving the nails in a brittle hoof. He does it to 'get hold' in the youngest
part of the 'shell,' which is the toughest and strongest, or to reach above a
bad place into which it is useless to drive a nail. The 'shell' or 'wall' of
the hoof is of uniform thickness, from the sole to within three quarters of an
inch of the coronet and when nails are driven high in a brittle hoof the holes
can be used a second time.
"No horse should be allowed to wear his shoes over thirty days. The
hoof grows, but the shoes do not, and at the end of thirty days, if the shoe is
not worn out, the hoof has grown beyond its proper bearing, and should be
re-set. Much of the trouble caused by corns is due to the shoe being allowed to
remain on too long.
"It does not follow that a shoer is trying to get his hand into
your money drawer when he suggests that your horse should have a new set of
shoes or the old ones re-set. He advises you in your interest and for the
welfare of the horse."
A POCKET VETO FOR OUR BILL.
GOVERNOR BUDD FAILS TO RECOGNIZE THE WANTS OF
SAN LUIS.
Secretary of State Brown Sends the
Distressing News to This City.
San
Luis Obispo could be far happier than she was yesterday. In the dawn of a new
era visions of imposing state buildings had come to be a pleasant dream which
all hoped would be a reality. The passage by the legislature of the bill
establishing a Polytechnic Institute in his city had given confidence
throughout the entire community. Our representatives, Senator Smith and
Assemblyman Burnett labored faithfully in behalf of the measure. They braved
the perils of finance committees and made a good fight in their respective
houses. They were assisted very materially by Assemblyman Harris of Santa
Barbara county, and by a number of citizens of this city as well as by numerous
friends of the place.
With
all this the bill passed both branches of the legislature with but very little opposition.
Only five votes were recorded against it in the senate and nine in the
assembly. With this general unanimity it was hoped that the action of the
governor would be favorable. It seemed as though it could scarcely be
otherwise.
Yet
from the start the action of the governor has been dreaded. Public interest has
followed his actions each day since adjournment, but the anxious waiting
brought no favorable report in regard to the bill, the approval of which means
so much to San Luis Obispo.
Now
the fate of the bill has been made known, yesterday in response to a telegram
Secretary of State Brown wired as follows:
"TRIBUNE:—Bill for school not signed I am sorry to say, L.H.
BROWN."
This
did not solve the problem fully, although it disclosed the fact that this city
would get no school for the present, at least. But had the bill been vetoed, or
had it died in Governor Budd's pocket. (Compiler's note: The last sentence
is not complete but is given just as it was found in the paper. It appears that
a line of type may have been omitted.) For this information the San
Francisco dailies were sought last evening.
From
the Chronicle it was learned that eighty bills had been given a pocket veto. It
said:
"The most important of the bills which received the pocket veto
were as follows:."
Then
followed a list of ten bills and one of these was the polytechnic bill. This
much satisfaction could be derived from the report, our bill had been
considered as one of the most important.
The
signing of the big appropriation bill to dredge the Sacramento river is
considered as an obstacle in the way of many other appropriation bills and as
Jack Green jocosely remarked "our bill has gone in the river."
A REASON GIVEN.
GOV. BUDD EXPLAINS HIS POCKET VETO OF OUR
BILL.
Over
half a page of yesterday's issue of the San Francisco Examiner is devoted to an
explanation of Governor Budd's action in refusing to sign a large number of
bills passed at the recent session of the legislature.
In
the course of a conversation the governor is quoted as explaining his pocket
veto of the Polytechnic School bill in the following words:
"What of the bill to provide for the purchase of more land at the
Folsom State Prison—a measure considered by many as a preliminary step to
removing the San Quentin Prison to Folsom?"
"I didn't sign that bill because I feared the fund might be
exhausted and deficiencies created. The same reason applies to the disapproval
of the San Luis Obispo Polytechnic College bill."
Yee
Chung has a flag flying over his place of business in chinatown in honor of the
tong of which he is a member.
April 6, 1897 through April
12, 1897.
BOARD OF TRUSTEES.
April 5.
...Communication was received and read asking that the rails be ordered
removed which were laid for street railway by Mr. J.P. Andrews and associates
on certain streets, and on motion communication was laid on the table, it being
represented that action had not yet been abandoned under the franchise.
Communication was received from Deputy Poundmaster Fox representing that
the sum of $2.55 was due H.J. Morriss of Santa Maria, balance on sale of
impounded horse, and on motion a warrant was ordered drawn in favor of claimant
for the amount...
...On
motion the city clerk was instructed to apply to the Southern Pacific Company
for the privilege to the city of connecting with their mains for the purpose of
securing water for fire purposes.
The
matter of procuring coal and coke for the steam fire engine was on motion
referred to the committee on police, fire and jail with power to act.
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS.
...In re Sprinkling wagon. The board having on the 14th day of December
1896, entered into a contract with Lasar Bros. for the construction and
delivering of one certain sprinkling wagon in accordance with specifications
approved and on file with the board, and it appearing to the board that said
wagon had been delivered to F.C. Mitchell, chairman, in all respects according
to the terms of contract, it is ordered that the auditor draw his warrant on
the license fund of Supervisor district No. 3 for the sum of $625, payable to
Lasar Bros. as per terms of said contract.
WEDED (sic) AND BANQUETTED (sic).
A MERRY TIME AT THE COMMERCIAL HOTEL.
Yesterday at 5 o'clock the ceremony was performed at the Catholic church
by which John McQuid, the popular stage driver on the Cambria line was united
in marriage to Miss Nellie Hurley of this city.
In
the evening the groom and his fair bride were the recipients of a reception and
banquet at the Commercial hotel. This last signifies that it was a good time
and not to be surpassed for jollity and mirth. The banquet was such as the
Commercial is famous for, the best of everything and served to perfection.
A
merry crowd gathered about the board. Warren M. ***** officiated as toast
master and responses were made fittingly and eloquently by Will H. Fisher,
James H. McHenry, John F. Harrington, J.S. Jones, and Supervisors Smith and
Kester. (Compiler's note: Asterisks indicate that at this point the text was
not legible.)
Congratulations and best wishes were showered upon the happy couple.
OUR COAST LINE GAP.
MR. HUNTINGTON HAS NOT YET DECIDED WHEN
CONSTRUCTION WILL BE RESUMED.
MUCH DEPENDS ON BUSINESS REVIVAL.
If Better Transportation Facilities are
Demanded the Road Will be Pushed Through.
A CONFERENCE WITH CONTRACTORS HELD.
It Will Take at Least Eight Months to
Complete the Road to Elwood (sic).
By the Associated Press.
SAN
FRANCISCO, April 6.—President Huntington of the Southern Pacific company, has
not decided yet when the construction of the fifty-five miles necessary to
complete the coast division of the Southern Pacific, will take place.
Much
he intimidated today, would depend upon the demand for increased facilities in
this state. He, however, had the matter under consideration, as on Monday a
conference was to be held with members of the railroad contract firm from whom
Mr. Huntington ascertained that about eight months would be required to
complete the work. (Compiler's note: Readers are again reminded that the
construction to Elwood (sic) was not completed until March 31, 1901.)
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS.
...Petition is received from E. A. Spangenberg, county auditor, asking
that a typewriter be purchased for use of the auditor's office; and it is
ordered that the auditor purchase one Smith Premier No. 2 typewriters, and that
said auditor draw a warrant on the general fund in the sum of $100 in favor of
the Smith Premier company in payment for said machine.
Petition is received from S. Cliff et al of Creston and vicinity,
praying for the creation of a pound district to be composed of the rancho Huer
Huero and all its subdivisions. And it is order that the district attorney do prepare
an ordinance creating pound district No.——, (sic) fixing the boundaries thereof, designating the fees and penalties
for violation of said ordinance, and to submit the same to the board at its May
session...
...Ordered that the chairman of the board cause the hospital grounds to
be surveyed, and that portion thereof not now under fence to be properly
fenced...
TWO ANNIVERSARIES.
Sunday at the residence of A. Lima on the Los Osos, there was a barbecue
and general good time. The event celebrated was the 32nd birthday of Anton S.
Carvao, as well as the 4th birthday anniversary of Mr. Carvao's little
daughter. (Compiler's note: It is always interesting to note that in the
times covered, the little girl was
"Mr. Carvao's little daughter," rather than "the daughter of Mr.
and Mrs. Carvao!" The woman's role in the household was often neglected.
Another example: In vital statistics, a child born to a family was listed as
having been born "to the wife of" a man, rather than to "Mr. and
Mrs." The wife received little credit for having given birth to a child!
A large number of people were present, many
from this city and some from Guadalupe.
VIEWED FROM ELSEWHERE.
A WORD ON THE POCKET VETO OF OUR POLYTECHNIC
BILL.
From
the Santa Barbara Press.—San Luis is mourning over the loss of her polytechnic
school bill. To an outsider it was apparent from the first that they would get no appropriation this year
and it was so understood by many legislators who voted for the bill, but love
is blind and San Luis could not believe her favorite child was to be used by
the governor as food for the Sacramento river dredge bill and that, before it
was born.
Never mind, San Luis, there is foundation for a whole campaign in your
defeat but don't let it follow the bill.
ON THE HILLS OF THE PECHO.
THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CONVENED THERE TO
INVESTIGATE.
The Road Trouble Which Has so Long Been a
Matter of Contention.
Chairman Mitchell called the Board of Supervisors to order on the Pecho
yesterday. In the early morning hours when the first sunbeams were still
lingering behind the Santa Lucia range the members bundled themselves into the
Commercial hotel bus, and behind four prancing steeds driven by Fred Hazzard,
sped away through the beautiful valley of the Osos. They were followed by
another vehicle driven by A.B. Spooner who kindly remembered the TRIBUNE
representative and conveyed him to the scene of action.
The
Osos valley is famous for its long list of industrious and prosperous farmers
and dairymen, and early as the trip was made, when possibly dream land was
still the habitation of a number of San Luis Obispoans, every one in the valley
was up and at work and had been for several hours. They rise early on the Osos
and they close their work for the day at a late hour. The result is that every
one is contented and happy, and the farms bear the signs of prosperity.
A
short distance beyond the Sand Hill school house a view of El Morro is
obtained. It is the would-be town that was so long famous for its magnificent
appearance on paper. It is said that fully $32,000 worth of sand lots were
sold, and they are sand lots that not even the famous Denny Kearney could have
attracted a crowd to. The lots are still there, but it is said that the
townsite has disappeared.
After climbing around among the sand hills and getting through the sage
brush of a long canyon the county law makers arrived at the attractive
residence of Mr. Al. Hazzard. The horses driven from this city were exchanged
for fresh steeds. In the meantime the party were remembered by Mrs. Hazzard,
who provided refreshments and some of the finest cake ever made, all of which
was decidedly appreciated after the early morning ride.
When
the start was made again it was discovered and commented on for the first time
just what was the character of the crowd. Alec Gibson, the man who Will Lye on
the Osos so much that his word is taken for nothing, except on a weather
prophecy, was found to be present. (Compiler's note: It appears that "Will Lye" was the pen name for
Alec (sic) Gibson, the TRIBUNE correspondent from Los Osos. This correspondent
wrote for humorous effect rather than for truth. With this in mind, if the
reader reads the first sentence of the paragraph and substitutes "will
lie" for "Will Lye," the sentence will make sense and the intent
of the writer will be clear.) He was allowed to remain with the party after
several objections had been overruled.
Constable George Stocking of Morro had civil business to attend to
beyond the Pecho and joined the party. Supervisor Willot objected, but did not
deny that the board needed watching.
Finally the trip was made, the various routes for the road were
carefully examined and claims duly considered. The Pecho was traversed as far
as Lion rock, were "Old John" the fisherman, has dropped his hook for
many years. Supervisor Smith borrowed a pole and tackle and in the course of
about ten minutes landed two fish. Chairman Mitchell called him to order and
the board started on the return trip.
When
the noon hour arrived the party divided. A portion consisting of Supervisors
Willot, Kester and Smith and the TRIBUNE representative, enjoyed a fine
luncheon at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. A.B. Spooner and the others,
Supervisors Mitchell and Moore, Alex (sic) Gibson and Constable Stocking fared
equally as well in sampling the feast prepared by Mrs. Hazzard.
The
Pecho road has long been a matter of consideration and it has been somewhat
Hazzardous (sic) to go over it. (Compiler's note: Use of the coined word
"hazzardous" after Fred Hazzard's name, instead of the correctly
spelled word "hazardous," reflects the humor often found in the
TRIBUNE.) Mr. Hazzard very naturally asks that his rights be recognized. He
objects to the road being considered a public highway unless the damages
allowed by law to a taxpayer in such cases shall be forthcoming from the
county. the report of the viewers, Surveyor Woods, Mark Elberg and Chas. Martin
placed his damages at $300. That did not settle the matter. And then it is
hoped that the present course of the road may be changed. The whole matter
cannot be explained in writing. It is subject (a) peculiar to the Pecho
hills, and it will be a difficult problem to finally settle.
Having thoroughly examined into the matter, the supervisors returned to
town and soon after arriving, ascended the court house steps and were called to
order in the chambers. The members were not ready to act on the road
proposition, and laid the whole matter over until Tuesday, May 4, at 3:30 p.m.,
when the Pecho will again be in evidence.
THE NEW GAME LAW.
AN ACT OF THE RECENT SESSION OF THE
LEGISLATURE.
In
view of the general interest always manifested in the game laws of the state the
Tribune presents to its readers in this issue the full text of the new game law
passed at the session of the legislature, just adjourned. It is as follows:
Every person who, between the first day in October and the first day in
March of each year, shall hunt, pursue, take, kill or destroy, or have in his
possession, any valley quail, bob white, partridge, or any kind of wild duck,
or rail; every person who between the 15th day of February and the first day of
September in each year, shall hunt, pursue, take, kill or destroy, or have in
his possession, any mountain quail or grouse; every person who, between the
15th day of February and the 15th day of July in each year, shall hunt, pursue,
take, kill or destroy, or have in his possessio, any dove or doves; every
person who shall take, gather or destroy, the eggs or nest of any quail, bob
white, partridge, pheasant, grouse, dove, robin, or any kind of wild duck, or
rail;
Every person who, in the State of California, shall at any time hunt,
shoot, shoot at, take, kill or destroy, buy, sell, give away, or have in his
possession, except for purpose of propagation, or for educational scientific
purposes, any English skylark, robin, canary, humming bird, thrush, or mocking
bird, or any part of the skin, or any plumage thereof, or who shall rob the
nest or take or destroy, or offer for sale, the eggs of ny of the said birds;
every person who, before the first day of March, eighteen hundred and
ninety-nine, shall hunt, pursue, take, kill or destroy or have in his
possession, any pheasant; every cold storage company, person keeping a cold
storage warehouse, tavern, or hotel keeper, restaurant, or eating house keeper,
market man, or other person, who shall buy sell, or expose for sale, or give
away, or have in his possession, any quail, bob white, partridge, robin,
grouse, dove, pheasant, wild duck, or rail, during the time it shall be
unlawful to kill such birds;
Every person who shall hunt, pursue, take, kill, or have in his
possession, or destroy any male deer between the 15th day of October and the
15th day of July of the following year; any person who shall at any time hunt,
pursue, take, kill, or destroy, or have in his possession, any female deer,
spotted fawn, or any antelope, elk or mountain sheep; any person who shall at
any time, buy, sell or offer for sale, the hide or meat of any deer, elk,
antelope, or mountain sheep; every person who shall buy, sell, or expose for
sale, transport, carry or have in his possession, the skin, hide or pelt of any
deer from which evidence of sex has been removed, is guilty of a misdemeanor;
provided, however, that the right of possession for propagation shall first be
obtained by a permit in writing from the board of fish commissioners of the
State of California. Any person found
guilty of a violation of any of the provisions of this section shall be fined
in the sum of not less than $20 or more than $500, or be imprisoned in the
county jail in which the conviction shall be had, for not less than ten days,
or be punished by both such fine or imprisonment. It shall be no defense in a
prosecution for a violation to the provisions of this section that the birds or
animals were taken or killed outside of State; provided, however, that nothing
in this section shall be held to apply to the hide of any of said animals taken
or killed in Alaska or any foreign country.
THE WARDEN BUILDINGS.
THREE OF THEM ARE SOLD TO THE LOWE BROTHERS.
The
old wooden structures on Higuera street owned by H.M. Warden are soon to be removed
to clear the ground for the imposing brick structure which that gentleman
proposes to erect. D. Lowe has purchased three of the buildings, the one
recently occupied by G.R. Maggi, the one just vacated by T.A. Greenleaf, the
druggist, and the one where barber Johnson does business.
The
last two named buildings are to be removed by Lowe Brothers to their vacant
lots on Nipomo street, between Pismo and Marsh and there remodeled into
residence houses. The Maggi building will be torn down.
It
is expected that the other three buildings will be sold in the next few days.
A CROW (sic) THAT WAS FLEETY.
A SUPPOSED VAG WHO WAS TO BE RETURNED TO SAN
FRANCISCO.
He Leaves the Train, is Captured and
Sentenced to Forty Days in Jail.
"Well, that boy will land safe in San Francisco now," remarked
Deputy Sheriff Eubanks yesterday morning when he placed Nathan Crowe, an
eighteen-year-old-hobo on the north bound train.
Crowe has been an inmate of the county jail for twenty days on a charge
of vagrancy, and his term expired yesterday. It seems that Crowe is not one of
the vags who trod the dusty highways 'in search of work," neither is he of
the ordinary brand of that class of individuals. He deserted from an English
training ship in San Francisco and has been endeavoring to lose his identity in
the foothills of Southern California.
While Crowe was in Ballou's hotel, District Attorney Dorn received a
telegram from W.D. Crowe, an uncle of the boy, requesting that his nephew be
returned to San Francisco. (Compiler's note: The sheriff at this time was
Mr. Ballou. The jail therefore was facetiously referred to as the "Ballou
Hotel.") He sent money to pay the truant's fare to the metropolis.
That was the order upon which the sheriff's office yesterday purchased their charge
a ticket and placed him aboard the train.
Everything looked serene until the train started. Then it was that young
Crowe's fascination for this delightful climate overcame him and he decided to
remain here and accordingly jumped from the platform of the car in which mr.
Eubanks had placed him.
This
act was noticed by the officers, Deputy Sheriff Eubanks and Marshal Cook, and
they gave chase followed by a number of people who had gathered at the Ramona
depot.
Young Crowe took to the San Luis creek. He evidently knew that the
fisherman are catching nothing in the creeks this season, and supposed that the
officers would fare the same way. They did not, however, and landed their game.
Crow
(sic) resisted to the last and used vile language in paying his compliments to
the minions of the law. For this act he was later in the day arraigned before
Judge Genter. Now, his honor has no abundance of time to dispose of, and
promptly gave the wary Crowe a roost in the county jail for forty days.
It
was learned late last night that the boy's father is a minister of the gospel
in England and a man of high reputation. The younger Crowe was evidently a bad
boy and was sent to sea for reformation.
RAILROAD.
WILL THE MAGNATES SHOW UP ON THE HORIZON
TODAY.
San Luis
Obispo will watch and wait today. Something more than rumor has it that there
will be a visit from the officials of the Southern Pacific either today or
tomorrow.
President C.P. Huntington is expected to be one of the party. Since his
re-election as chief magistrate of the company, he is reported as having a
desire to proceed at once with the construction of the coast line and push the
work until completed. He hopes to accomplish the same within a period of eight
months. (Compiler's note: The reader is asked to remember that the work was
NOT completed until March 31, 1901.)
Engineer Hood is expected to be one of the visiting party.
Now,
will the party arrive, and what will their action on the coast line be?
April 13, 1897 through April
19, 1897.
ALL ON AN OUTING.
SAN LUIS ENJOYED ITSELF AT THE VARIOUS
WATERING PLACES.
The
glorious springtime declared a day of outing for the people of this city
Sunday. Parties left in every direction of the compass, the principal object
not being so much the destination as the desire to get out of town.
The
first excursion over the Pacific Coast railway was a success. The delegation
from this city was not very large but down the line, Santa Maria, Nipomo and
Arroyo Grande saw the opportunity for a good time and filled the four coaches.
The
ride to the Port and Sycamore Springs was a delightful one. The heat of the
interior was lost in the invigorating breeze that wafted in through the
"Golden Gate" of San Luis Obispo county.
At
the Port Mr. Gagliardo of the Hotel Marre, treated all comers with great
royalty. The dining room was a decided attraction. Walter Fritz Baurele was a
great success.
At
Sycamore Springs Manager Baden looked out for the welfare of a large crowd of
San Luis Obispoans, and won much praise for his opening Sunday of the excursion
season. Next Sunday he will have a band to discourse sweet music.
THE TUG RELEASED.
AN ATTACHMENT ON THE TIGER AT MORRO SETTLED.
Some
days since it was noted in the TRIBUNE that the tug Tiger, used to convey rock
to the breakwater at Port Harford, had been attached. United States Marshal
Corvarrubias came up from Los Angeles for that purpose and after serving the
papers left Juan Avila in charge of the vessel to see that the law was properly
served.
Mr.
Avila came to town late last evening from Morro and stated that the trouble
which occasioned the attachment of the Tiger had been satisfied and that he had
ordered the attachment released.
The
Tiger is to be taken to San Francisco at once for repairs and upon being
returned to Morro, will be placed at once on the breakwater work in charge of
B.H. Cushing.
MOVED! MOVED!.
Greenleaf has moved his Drug store three doors below the old stand on
the same side of Higuera street. Don't miss the location.
PLAINTIFF WON..
Judge Stocking of Morro was in town yesterday and stated that he had
rendered a decision in favor of plaintiff in the case of Hazzard vs Spooner,
which was tried before him last Saturday. Plaintiff brought suit to recover $85
damages and was awarded $65. The case resulted over a crop of hay. E. Green of
this city was counsel for plaintiff.
TERRIBLE DEATH.
The
sad news was received in this city yesterday of a horrible death which overtook
Robert, the young son of Chas. Potter of Cambria, Friday. The little boy fell
into a kettle of boiling water at the dairy house and was literally scalded to
death.
The
supervisors of Santa Barbara county have granted the petition for a bicycle
path along the road from Santa Maria to Guadalupe, providing no expense
attaches to the county.
JAILED IN THE EARLY MORN.
POLICEMAN FOX TRACKS DOWN AND ARRESTS A
SUPPOSED HORSE THIEF.
Later Developments May Prove That the
Prisoner Had no Criminal Intentions.
Among those who required attention at the hands of an officer of the law
Monday night was an individual named Wilson, who for some time past has been in
the employ of N.H. Robinson who is in charge of a place near this city.
Wilson was inclined to revel in the glories of a good sound drunk, as a
reminder of his recent experiences as a member of the great army of hobos. He
had disposed of considerable liquid refreshment and carried a bottle very
nearly as full as himself. Late at night Policeman Crawford espied him and
warned him to go home.
Now
the question is, did he go home?
Wilson, whose initials are A.B., was arrested yesterday morning early by
Policeman Fox on a charge of attempting to commit grand larceny. Milton Vega
made the complaint.
Mr.
Vega had been awakened during the latter part of the night and upon going out
to investigate, discovered an individual whose mission he readily discovered
was to make off with a white horse. The midnight marauder disappeared but by
the bright moonlight Mr. Vega was enabled to gather a thorough description of
the visitor.
This
description he gave to Officer Fox and before going off duty in the early morn
that official reported to Marshal Cook. From the description given, Fox at once
centered the guilt upon Wilson, and proceeded to the Robinson ranch and
arrested this man, landing him in the county jail.
The
incriminating evidence against Wilson consisted in the fact that at the time of
his arrest his clothing was completely covered with white horse hair, such as
would have come from the animal owned by Vega. This is the story as told a
TRIBUNE representative by Officer Fox.
Mr.
Robinson, in whose employ the prisoner was, stated yesterday afternoon that he
has had him about his place for about three months, and considered him a good,
reliable laborer.
Some
think that Wilson's acts are due entirely to his being under the influence of
liquor and that he had no criminal intention. Arraignment will be made this
morning.
ON THE OTHER SHORE.
A.A. MALLORY PASSED AWAY AFTER A LINGERING
ILLNESS.
Yesterday the sad news was received in this city of the death of A.A.
Mallory in See Canyon.
Mr.
Mallory has been ill for some time being afflicted with a complication of diseases
which gradually brought him down. Of late he had been confined to his bed, and
despite the best of medical attention, his life forces gradually ebbed away.
Deceased was well known and there is many a person who will learn the
news of his death with a pang of sorrow. He was of the most industrious
ranchers of the county, and raised many varieties of berries on his place in
See canyon, which always ranked among the very best grade in the market. He
understood the most advanced methods of farming and practiced them to
advantage. He was an old and highly respected citizen of the county and the
sorrowing family have every sympathy.
A.A.
Mallory was born September 18, 1836, in Farmington, Illinois, thus making his
age at the time of his death, 60 years, 6 months and 25 days.
Interment will take place in the Odd Fellows cemetery in this city this
afternoon. (April 14, 1897.)
The
inside walls of the county jail are to be treated to a coat of whitewash.
BARBERS ORGANIZE.
Last
evening the barbers of this city met and organized an association for mutual
benefit. The principal object of the association is to close up their shops on
Sundays all day. For sometime the overworked knights of the razor have been
trying to shorten their hours of labor, and at last seem to be nearing the
desired object. A notification to their patrons appears in another column of
this issue.
THE SIMMLER JUDGE.
On
the rolling plains of the Carrisa the people have but little to do with lawyers
and judges, but the supervisors considered that they should have the
accommodation, for fear the necessity might present itself, and accordingly
appointed N.H. Ivins as justice of the peace. Mr. Ivins was in this city
yesterday and laid in a supply of legal blanks. He resides on the plains about
a mile from the Simmler postoffice.
The
pleasant evenings are prompting a great number of people to take buggy rides.
ASBESTOS MINES.
A
number of asbestos mining claims have been filed on the Huasna recently. Two
more notices of location were filed yesterday. T.S. Moore filed one naming his
claim the "Snowy Ridge," and R.L. Morehead another known as the
"Huasna." Here is a start for another promising industry in this
county.
NIPOMO.
ED. TRIBUNE:...Some
three or four large loads of lumber arrive here daily from Pismo for the new
house of Elisha Dana, to be built at once by Large and Morgante (sic) of
Guadalupe.
...Sam Sinsheimer and sister passed through here on their wheels this
morning from San Luis on their way to Santa Maria. An extra train came along as
they were visiting and they gladly got aboard and finished their journey by
car...
The
old eucalyptus grove at the junction of Marsh and Higuera streets is soon to
disappear, and it will be the passing of an old land mark much to be regretted.
A number of the trees have already been cut down.
FRANK WILSON.
(Compiler's note: See article this week
headlined JAILED IN THE EARLY MORN.)
HE DID NOT TRY TO STEAL A HORSE, BUT GOT
SIXTY DAYS.
As
was noted in the TRIBUNE some days since, Frank Wilson, arrested on a charge of
attempting to steal a horse from Milton Vega, was prompted to the act merely by
the effects of a good drunk.
His action
was so viewed yesterday by Judge Egan when the prisoner was brought before his
honor for examination. That charge was dismissed, but Wilson was not long
outside the ban of the law. He was called to answer to having disturbed the
peace and for such received sixty days in the county jail.
VERY FEW FISH.
THE STREAMS NOT HEAVILY STOCKED WITH TROUT.
There are but very few trout in the streams of the county this season
and there is a general demand that the various water ways should be stocked
with the speckled tribe.
In
condensed form the fish law passed by the recent legislature, is as follows:
"Every person is guilty of misdemeanor who buys or sells trout
under six inches in length; who takes, buys or sells salmon, trout, brook, lake
or any variety of trout, except steelhead trout, between December 1st and April
1st; who takes trout at any time except with hook and line; who takes or sells
fresh salmon between September 10th and October 10th; who takes salmon above
tide water between October 15th and November 15th; who nets salmon, shad,
striped bass or sturgeon between sunrise Saturday and sunset Sunday. The fines
run from $20 to $200, with imprisonment."
NEXT TIME.
The
Polytechnic School Bill introduced by Senator Smith to establish a polytechnic
school at San Luis Obispo was only one of many bills carrying appropriations
that were not signed by Governor Budd and are now dead. The killing of this
bill is a great disappointment to the people of this county but they will hope
for a more favorable return for the efforts of their representatives in the
next legislature.—A.G. Oracle.
The
Gun club offers rewards at its shoot May 2, three prizes, $10 in gold, and two
gold medals. Most all of the merchants have contributed various articles.
April 20, 1897 through April
26, 1897.
NOW IN PASO ROBLES.
C.P. HUNTINGTON COMES DOWN TO SEE THE GAP.
Last
evening a special train having on board President C.P. Huntington and minor
officials of the Southern Pacific arrived in Paso Robles. They will go down
over the line today and inspect the work on the gap.
Huntington is said to have a determination to proceed at once with the
work and push it rapidly forward to completion. Let us hope that today's visit
will strengthen it.
A BAND SOCIAL.
When
the Military band boys secure their new uniforms, there will be no organization
in the state that will present a finer appearance...
THREE EVENTS.
SOME RECORDS MADE IN THE GUN CLUB'S SUNDAY
SHOOT.
The Gun
club met in a Green field Sunday at the Call of Secretary Vollmer and kept the
shoot in press until Knight, when the Cook called them to their various homes
and the Fry (this does not apply to the pigeons killed,) which followed left
them much Fuller than when they went to the shoot earlier in the day. (Compiler's
note: What a fun time the editor had with the preceding paragraph! The surnames
of many of the members of the gun club were used in composing and making the
article humorous: Greenfield, Call, Knight, Cook, Fry, Fuller. The reader will
note that it was impossible to use the names of members Gaxiola, Klaucke and
Bobo, Genter, Tracy, Badger and Van Schaick!)
There were three events in the regular weekly tournament and Secretary
Vollmer had a busy time of it keeping the score of the blue rocks that escaped
being shot.
In
the score the name of A. Vollmer occurs. A Vollmer the merchant, desires the
public to know that it is not him, but his obliging clerk, Arthur Vollmer. Said
he, "I dislike people to think that I would make such a poor score as is
chalked up to the A. Vollmer in question. I would have hit 26 out of 25."
In
the 25 bird shoot, James Tracy, Harry Knight and V.D. Gaxiola scored 19 each,
and 16 was the number attained by three other members, C.T. Greenfield, I.S.
Genter and H.C. Fry. In this event George Badger, who led the van a few weeks
ago, fell down to 6 points, a very bad record for a good marksman. Bert Call,
another of the crack shots fell down to 13 out of the 26. He must have felt
greatly the humiliation of making the same record as City Marshal Cook, whose
gun practice has been limited to a revolver in a hobo case. J.E. Van Schaick
and A. Vollmer scored 14 each.
In
the 10 bird shoot Jas. Tracy carried off the first honors with 8 points thus
allowing only two blue rocks to escape his rapid vision. V.D. Gaxiola and Henry
Klaucke scored 6 each, and the solid four, W.E. Fuller, C.T. Greenfield, Bert
Call and G.W. Bobo, had 5 points each to their credit. (Compiler's note: The
term "blue rock," for the clay target used in these shoots was
derived from live "blue rock pigeons" which were used in Europe as
targets before clay pigeons and launchers were available.)
In
the 5 bird contest Klaucke, Greenfield, Call and Gaxiola scored 4 points each,
and Tracy, Knight and McCaffrey 3 each.
The
boys are getting in line for May 2.
HEAD OF THE SOUTHERN PACIFIC.
C.P. HUNTINGTON AND PARTY OF OFFICIALS
INSPECT THE GAP.
Work to be Resumed and Rapidly Prosecuted
When the Money Market Permits.
C.P.
Huntington the famous president of the Southern Pacific has viewed the
"gap."
He
was aided in viewing it by H.E. Huntington, division superintendent, J.L.
Frazier and Wm. Mahl, who is an assistant to the president.
As
noted in yesterday's paper, the party spent Monday night in Paso Robles.
The
train bearing the distinguished railroad magnates was scheduled to arrive here
at 9 a.m., but it was half an hour later when the whistle shrieked and the
engine and four cars darted down the line and came to a standstill at the
Southern Pacific depot.
The
train was drawn by engine 1370. The two rear cars, as fine as any every drawn
by the iron horse, were occupied by Collis P. and party. The cars were named
respectively, Oneonta and Oneonta No.1. The second car from the engine bears
the name of Otsego. It was furnished as apartments for the porters and various
servants required to make life easy for officers of the great corporation. The
first car No. 1388, was an ordinary passenger car.
The
two cars occupied by the railroad people were traveling residences and offices
and as evidence of the fact that even upon an outing, the head of the octopus
has many business matters to worry over, it was noted that there were large
files of letters in one car and the click of several typewriters told that many
of them required immediate attention.
Soon
after C.P. Huntington stepped from the cars he was approached by a TRIBUNE
representative and kindly answered the few questions touching upon his tour of
inspection to the gap.
In
substance he said that he was not prepared to give any statement of the
proposed work of construction between Surf and Elwood. He preferred to wait
until he had viewed the gap itself. At any rate, however, the trip had been
prompted by a determination to proceed rapidly forward with the construction,
and it was desired by himself and his fellow officials, to see for themselves
just what obstacles were presented, where the survey outlined the route for the
steel rails. (Compiler's note: The reader is again reminded that the gap was
not completed until March 31, 1901.)
Drawing in one full breath of the glorious air of southern California,
the article that makes San Luis Obispo so famous with the tourist class, Collis
P. viewed our little city and exclaimed to the few people gathered about him,
"If I had no work to do I would like to come here and live."
There was no touch of sarcasm in that remark. It was well meant and
intended to convey his admiration of this section of California.
Messrs. C.P. Huntington, Division Superintendent Frazier and Wm. Mahl
took a trip about the yards and the engine house while the engineer was coaling
up. At just 10:05 the special sped away to the front.
It
was the intention to remain at Surf until some time today, but there was a
change in the programme and the special returned to this city last evening.
President Huntington never travels by night, and accordingly the special
was sidetracked in the yards here. The party will leave this morning for
Monterey and the Hotel Del Monte.
Again last evening a TRIBUNE representative interviewed the famous
railroad president. A reference to work on the gap brought a lengthy
explanation from Mr. Huntington. He said:
"No one desires to see the coast road completed more than does the
company itself. Just at present the money market is getting easier and when it
will permit of extended speculation, then will be the time when work on the
coast line will be resumed and kept in progress until completed. In its present
condition the coast line is not paying and never has nor it never will until
completed. This is one of the reasons of the company's desire to do away with
the gap."
Mr.
Huntington talked interestingly upon various matters. He said that he was
always pleased to accommodate a newspaper in search of facts.
COLLIS DEPARTS.
THE RAILROAD MAGNATES ENJOY A DRIVE ABOUT THE
CITY.
Collis P. Huntington and party left yesterday at 10 a.m., on their
special, drawn by two engines, for Hotel Del Monte near Monterey.
Before leaving, the party sent for one of Thos. Rowan's famous
four-in-hands. That well known liveryman was not found wanting, when it came to
producing a rig for the most famous of railroad officials. Mr. Rowan got out an
elegant three seated surrey and his four best horses, and turned the ribbons
over to his trusted driver, Frank De la Rosa.
Arriving at the special, a party of seven seated themselves in the
surrey and were driven about the city to view the old mission and the various
points of interest, which they all seemed to enjoy very much, if outward
appearances could be counted for anything.
Collis has seen the gap and he has seen the beautiful little city that
has hoped so long and earnestly to see it vanish, and as the special
disappeared around the curves of the Cuesta grades and into the tunnels, there
was many a citizen in San Luis Obispo, hoping that the visit would be
instrumental in causing the early completion of the coast road.
CLAY PIGEONS.
Messrs. I.S. Genter, P.McCaffrey, C.T. Greenfield, J.W. Cook and Bert
Call were out to the Gun Club grounds yesterday and had some more practice
shooting at clay birds. They will endeavor to lead the score at next Sunday's
shoot, but James Tracy and Dave Gaxiola state that they will be able to hold
them even on points.
THE DRUIDS.
MISSION GROVE SOON TO ENTERTAIN TWO GRAND
OFFICERS.
Mission Grove No. 97, of the United Ancient Order of Druids has received
a notification that on the evening of May 5th, it will be visited in an
official capacity by two of the grand officers of the order, J.A. Devoto, noble
grand, and J.J. Mollison, grand secretary.
Invitations have been sent to Cayucos Grove No. 90 and Guadalupe Grove
No. 100 and it is expected that both will be represented by large delegations.
May
5th is a memorable day in the history of San Luis Obispo. It is the anniversary
of "railroad day," May 5th, 1894, when this city rejoiced in the
final completion of the coast road to this point. The day may never be noted or
remembered as it passes upon the calendar of 1897, but it is hoped that the
Druids may have a jolly good time in their festivities upon such an
anniversary.
CLEANED THE RESERVOIR.
Yesterday afternoon a large volume of water flowed swiftly through the
banks of the San Luis creek. It was occasioned by the work of the Water company
flushing the reservoir. It did good work also in ridding the creekbed of
several month's accumulations of rubbish.
ESTRADA GARDENS.
THE MAENNERCHOR TO SUPERINTEND THE OPENING
MAY 9TH.
The
announcement that the Estrada Gardens are soon to be reopened as a pleasure
resort, will be hailed with joy by the hundreds of people who in times past have
mingled amidst the festivities and listened to the delightful music that marked
so many celebrations and picnics given there.
...During the day music will be furnished by a brass band, the Military
band which by that time will make their appearance in new uniforms. A number of
prizes are to be offered and the small admission price of 25 cents will never
be better spent in anticipation of an enjoyable day.
Frank Pico, one of the popular members of the Military band, has just
received a fine brass horn with gold platings. It bears the famous mark of
Messenharter.
LOS OSOS.
SOCIAL AND OTHER HAPPENINGS IN THE VALLEY.
ED.
TRIBUNE: Mr. Tonini's family were all stricken with the la grippe, but are now
on the road to recovery with the exception of the baby. The child had a relapse
which resulted in its death. The many friends of the family brought floral
offerings and decked the little coffin with these emblems of purity and beauty,
but not more pure than the little human bud that slumbered peacefully among
their fragrance...
...Messrs. A.C. Gibson and P. Peterson have secured a patent on a rivet
driving device. It will force a rivet through a half-inch combination piece of
leather. It combines four tools in one and works to perfection. Experts have
tested it practically and pronounce it a salable article with big money in it.
That's what (sic).
W.H.
Warden has returned from that fishing expedition attended with good success. He
stated that there was a sucker on the end of his rod. The butt end, I guess,
and that was when he took a tumble in the creek and got the first bath of the
season. He was literally covered with scales and barnacles, but now stands
forth a living example of what was, the great unwashed.