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Los Angeles herald., 1891-04-29
OIL IN THE CITY.
TWO LOTS PURCHASED ON WHICH
BORING WILL BE DONE.
The Soil Is So Full of Petroleum That It is
Used for Fuel-Good Prices Paid for
the Lots-The Gossip Prevalent.

A recent transfer OF two lots out at
the West End has attracted more at
tention than such trifiing transactions
usually do, both from the amount of
the purchase price and the reasons pop
ularly supposed to have inspired
the purchaser. The two lots in
question are situated near the corner
of Temple and Patton streets, are about
40x160 feet each, and the purchase price
was $4,000. The buyer was Mr.. Turner,
of Washington street, who is interested
in the Clearwater colony tract.
Some time since, it will be remem-
bered, that the council was petitioned
to prevent the depredations of people
who were carting away the earth from
certain lots, making unsightly and dam
gerous excavations, and using the earth
thus obtained for fuel, as it was so inn
pregnated with oil that it could be
burned like soft coal. 1t has been pop
ularly supposed in the neighborhood
that this peculiar condition OF the soil
there indicated the presence below of
considerable deposits of oil, and such
being the case, the reason for the pur-
chase would seem to be quite apparent,
and it was rumored that the work of
boring for oil would soon be COM
menced. How much foundation there
is for this rumor could not be ascer-
tanned yesterday, as the only one who
knows-Mr. Turner-could not be found.
Los Angeles herald., 1891-04-29
NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE.

JNLIJAH MOULTON, PLAINTIFF. VS. HILMA
T. A. Carlson and John A. Carlson, her hus-
band, defendants.
Sheriff's sale, No. -
Order of sale and decree of foreclosure and
sale.
Under and by virtue of an order of sale and
decree of foreclosure and sale, issued out of
the Superior curt of the county of Los An
geles, of the state of California, on the 2eth
day Of April, A. d. 1891, in the above en-
titled action, wherein Elijah Moulton, the
above named plaintiff, obtained a judgment
and decree of foreclosure and sale against Hilma
A. Carlson ct al defendants, on the 18th day
of April, A. d. 1891, for the sum of s2,O21 O5,
decree was on the 10th day of April, A. D.
1891, recorded in Judgment book % of said
court, at page 26, am commanded to sell
all that certain lot. piece or parcel of land
geles, county OF Los Angeles, state of Cali
fOrnia, and bounded and described as follows:
Lot numbered twenty (20) in block number
six (6) of MoultOn's addition to East Los An
geles, together with one and One-half story
house erected thereon.
Together with all and singular the tene-
ments hereditaments and appurtenances there
unto belonging, or in anywise appertaining.
Public notice is hereby given that on Tues
day, the 26th day of May. A.. D: 1891, at
12 O cleck m. of that day, in front of the court
house door of the county of Los Angeles, 1
WILL in obedience to said order of sale and de-
cree of foreclosure and sale, sell the above
described property, or SO much thereof as may
terest and costs, ETC., to the highest and best
bidder for cash gold coin of the United States
Dated this 2Sth day of April, 1891.
E. d. GIBSON,
Sheriff OF Los Angeles County.
By F. G. HANNoN,
Deputy Sheriff.
plaintiff. T. 90 wed At
Los Angeles herald., 1891-04-29
speakine Of Guns.

The first thought of almost every one
on hearing good story is to find some
one else to whom it can be told. Some
people make few stories stand them in
good stead for long time, and tale is
told of Vermont man who had Just one
story, and who told that on every posi-
BILE occasion.
1t was an excellent story, without
doubt, the story of gun which had
once belonged to friend of his, and he
told it well, though perhaps it might
have been improved by little condensa-
tion. But his anxiety to bring forward
this tale never abated. One new listener
in a group of people was quite enough to.
encourage him to give his "gun" story
in all its details.
1t is said that he always brought the
conversation around to guns as soon as
possible; then he would say, "And speak
ing of guns reminds me of good story"
and then begin his narrative.
There is a legend in his native town
that on one occasion a number of peo-
pie who were well acquainted with this
thrilling tale endeavored to keep guns
out of the conversation at dinner
given by club of which he was mem
Der to distinguished visitor"
In vain the gun man tried to bring
the talk round to his favorite weapon,
and as time went on his expression be-
came gloomy in the extreme. AS the
guests rose from the table at last, so the
story runs, he stamped violently on the
floor as he approached the distinguished
guest, and then said, ''Just little
cramp from sitting so long, my dear sir,
but that sounded almost like a gun; and,
speaking of guns, reminds me"-and
linking his arm in that of the visitor, he
bore him triumphantly from the room
to the music of his cherished anecdote.
Youths Companion.
Los Angeles herald., 1891-04-29
PASADENA.

John Perman was taken violently i'll
at the Carleton hotel Monday night,
and is still in critical condition.
Mrs. Monfort was thrown from a
wagon, breaking both bones of the left
arm, while driving up Eaton cafion
yesterday morning.
Another of the popular Pennsylvania
excursions arrived in the city last even
ing. Fifty of the tourists are registered
at the Hotel Green.
Miss Annie Bartlett, who has been
dangerously i'll in Los Angeles for the
past four weeks, is pronounced out of
danger. 1t is hoped she will soon be
able to be brought home.
A large audience was present last
evening to hear DIR. Cantine's interest
ing lecture on Anglomaniacs Abroad. 1t
proved bright and racy, as we'll as in
structive.
C. S. Martin will go up Mount Wilson
today, to make preparatory arrange
ments for opening summer camp at
the old Stiel stand.
Mrs. Rogers and Miss Pickerell, of
the Carleton, spent yesterday with
friends in Los Angeles.
The ladies of the Universalist church
are making elaborate arrangements for
May day entertainment at Morgan
hall, Friday evening. The affair is un-
der the personal supervision of Mrs. F.
G. Monroe and Miss Sarah Dexter.
Special May-day features of the enter
tainment will be followed by music,
dancing and refreshments.
The Lucas residence .proparty on
South Los Robles avenue has been pur-
chased by H. G. Holmes.
Mr.. Spengle left for Chicago, yester-
day, after a six months visit in this
city.
Mr.. VIM. Freeman has plans up for
new residence on California street.
w. s. Gilmore is on business trip to
Redlands.
Miss Jennie Rockwell gave delight
full piano recital in Los Angeles last
evening.
Willie De Velay is convalescent.
Charlotte Perkins Stetson Of this city,
is the subject of numerous commenda-
tory editorials in San Francisco papers.
Arrivals at Hotel Green: G. w.
Steel, Salt Lake; G. M. Lindsey, Santa
Monica; II. G. Snyder, Chicago; Jno.
Hart and wife, Philadelphia; S. j. Pen
rose and wife, Philadelphia; W. D. Fen
ner and sister, Los Angeles.
Los Angeles herald., 1891-04-29

Bierer,, Mrs. John McMuilin, Mrs. H.
W. Scale, Miss Wallace, Miss R. wal
lace, San Francisco; w. H. Waite. Chi
cago; Mr.. and Mrs. George H. Ford
Binghampton, N. Y; Mr.. and Mrs
George w. Law, Mr.. and Mrs. S. T.
Smithson, Cincinnati; William F. Par
kerton and daughter, F. q. Morrison. ]
X. Fagman, Milwaukee.
Mrs. Marten, formerly head cook Of
the Vienna Buffet Hungarian Kitchen.
will open up a restaurant at Redondo
Beach on Sunday, May Sd, calling it the
Queen. Visitors to Redondo Beach
should not fail to call and get one of her
famous meals, which can be had at pop
ular prices. rr
Los Angeles herald., 1891-04-29
REDONDO.

A pleasant whist party was given at
the Redondo hotel last evening, in
which number of the guests were en-
gagged until late hour.
Among the beauties of the Redondo
hotel and surroundings is the court,
which is situated on the east side OF the
hotel. 1t is solid mass Of brilliant
colored flowers, and contains many val
liable tropical plants, all of which do
WELL as they are protected on every
side, getting only the warmest sunshine.
Mrs. George w. Childs, of Los An
geles, is a guest of the Redondo.
Other arrivals include: Miss Helen
Los Angeles herald., 1891-04-29
The Relations of johnnie Shrimp.

Ahc ANoIatlOHS OI OOhuulc SnrlInDs
This is boys essay on his family re-
lations: Ma is my mother. / am her
son. Mas name is Mrs. Shrimp, and Mr.
Shrimp is her husband. Pa is my father.
My name is John George Washington
Shrimp Therefore pas name is Shrimp
so is mas.
My ma has ma. She is my grandma
She is mother-in-law to pa. like grand
ma better than pa does. She brings me
dimes and bolivars. She don't bring any
to pa. Maybe that's why he don't like
her.
Aunt Jerusha is my aunt. When pa
was little boy she was his sister. l
like little sisters. Dicky Mopps has a
little sister. Her name is Rose I take
her out riding on my sled Aunt Jerusha
don't like her. She calls her "that Mopps
girl" think Amt Jerusha ought to be
ashamed of herself. -----------
Aunt Jerusha lives with us.
Aunt Jerusha has state of health,
too On washing day she has the head
ache, and does her head up in brown
paper and vinegar, and have to make
toast at the kitchen fire. I make some
for myself, too.
Aunt Jerusha says nobody knows what
she has done for that boy. That boys
me again. told pa what she said. Pa
said it was just so-nobody did know.
Ma says Aunt Jerusha means well, and
that she is pas dear sister. don't see
why that's any reason she should scold
me when | eat cabbage with knife
Golden Days.
Los Angeles herald., 1891-04-29
Notice for Publication Of Time for
Proving Will, Etc.

TNTHE SUPERIOR COURT, STATE OF CALL
i fornia, County of Los Angeles, S..
In the matter Of the Estate of Christina Rim
toul, deceased.
Notice is hereby given that Tuesday. the 18th
day of May, 1891, at 10 o'clock a m. OF ssid day.
at the courtroom OF this Court. DEPARTMENT. Two
Los Angeles, State of California, has been ap-
pointed as the time and place for hearing the
application of r. w. Poindexter, praying that
ing to be the last will and testament of the said
deceased, be admitted to probate, that letters
testamentary be issued thereon to said R. W.
interested therein may appear and contest the
same
Dated April 27, 1891.
T. H. WARD, County Clerk.
ByF. E. LOWRY, Deputy.
Samuel B. Gordon, attorney for executor.
4-2S lot
Los Angeles herald., 1891-04-29
Moreno

Is town at Alessandro, surrounded by
thousands of acres under cultivation.
Sold to actual settlers. The best orange
land in Southern California. The best
water right in the world. Fountains
will be playing on the day of the sale,
April 10Th.
Los Angeles herald., 1891-04-29
BakarY.

New popular eastern drink, to be obtained only
at "Beckwith's Spa" Try it. 303 N. Main st
Los Angeles herald., 1891-04-29
Ice! Ice! Tcei

Order your ice today from the Citizens Ice
company telephone to No. COG, or drop pos
tai card to Citizens Ice Company, Center and
Turner streets.
Los Angeles herald., 1891-04-29

The Excursion' of the Season
Will be on Wednesday, April Goth. Cars
to Redlan0s; carriage-ride over Red
lands heights to Moreno; free lunch;
brass band; town lots in the coming
city of Southern California at auction.
Los Angeles herald., 1891-04-29

Crushed Strawberries, With Cream,
The most delicious of all drinks at Beck
with's Spa," 303 N Main street.
Los Angeles herald., 1891-04-29

Ebinger's bakery and ice cream and dining
parlors cor. Third and S. Spring SITS.
Los Angeles herald., 1891-04-29

Do Not Forget the Great Auction Sale
OF town lots at Moreno on Wednesday,
April Goth. Special train leaves First
street and Downey avenue at 6 :45 a. m. !;
return same day.
Los Angeles herald., 1891-04-29
THE DeIicious Drink.

Pineapple Glace, to be obtained only at "Becl
with's Spa," 3O3 N. Main.
Los Angeles herald., 1891-04-29

Luecorrhea OF Whites.
cure found at last, Soc See Miss Hockett,
264 Main.
Los Angeles herald., 1891-04-29
Removal.

The wall paper store of w. B. Stewart has r.
moved to 238 South Spring street.
Los Angeles herald., 1891-04-29

Best 25-cent meal in the city. Call and be
convinced. 219 and 221 West Second street.
Los Angeles herald., 1891-04-29
r REV GEO II THAyER

Horse blanket and buggy robes at Foy's sad
dlery house, 315 N. Los Angeles street.
Los Angeles herald., 1891-04-29

THE REV. GEO. H. THAYER, of Bourbon,
Ind says: "Both myself and wife owe our lives
to SHILOH'S CONSUMPTION CURE" For sale
by Heinzeman, 222 N. Main, or Trout, Sixth
and Broadway.
Los Angeles herald., 1891-04-29
Before 1t Is Too Late.


Get your pick of a straw hat before our as
sortment is broken Mullen, Bluett & Co.
Los Angeles herald., 1891-04-29

California Vinegar and Pickle Works,
Telephone No. 359,
Removed to 555 Banning street, opposite soap
factory, near Alameda and First streets, one
half block from electric light works.
Los Angeles herald., 1891-04-29


Is the finest brewed. Nothing better as tonic.
California Wine Company, Sole Agent
Los Angeles herald., 1891-04-29
H0w's
Your Liver 2

Is the Oriental salutation,
knowing that good health
cannot exist without a
healthy Liver. When the
Liver is torpid the Bow
els are sluggish and con-
stipated, the food lies
in the stomach undi-
gested, poisoning the
blood; frequent headache
ensues; a feeling of lassi-
tude, dependency and
nervousness indicate how
the whole system is de-
ranged. Simmons Liver
Regulator has been the
means of restoring more
people to health and
happiness by giving them
a healthy Liver than any
agency known on earth.
1t acts with extraor-
binary power and efficacy.
NEVER p-EN DISAPPOINTED.
.ae general family remedy for dyspepsi
fcr,i Liver, Constipation, etc., hardly eve
lst 9nvi sinS else, and have never been di
lrcainte ia tie eject produced; it seems
be almost q perfect cure for all diseases OF II
stomach AMI Bowels.
y Y ,-crNr roy Macon. Ga
Los Angeles herald., 1891-04-29
Egg Phosphate,

COsmopolitan Dining Hall,
Nevada County picayune., 1891-07-16
THE CLOVER CLUB.

The following is the program, foI the next meeting of the Clover Club Ans. to roll call-Quotations from
 Macbeth. Instrumental Solo-Miss Pattie Ar
 mold. Historical facts upon which the play
 of Macbeth was foundcd-Mr.
 Hart. Synopsis of the play-Miss Arnold. Instrumental Solo-Miss Blake. Sketch of the character of Macbeth Mrs. Young. Sketch of the character of Lady Mac
 beth-Miss Hatley. The following questions to be discus sed by the club. Were the charac. ters of Macbeth and Lady Macbeth with or beyond their age in wicked ness?
 Did they possess more of good or evil:
 Which had more strength of char acter:
 What was the difference in the mental changes which took place in their sepercile minds as result of their evil deeds? Song" Massa's in the cold Ground By the Club.
 FLORENCE BROwER, Sec.
Nevada County picayune., 1891-07-16
A DEAD BEAT.

A dead beat and rascal, going by the name of N. $. Storrs, and claim ing to represent the Hummer Can ming Machinery Mfg. Co.,, of Kan sas City, who had been in Prescott two or three weeks trying to get up a canning factory, left by night train last week, without paying his board bill, and several other small accounts. We learn he went to Camden. He is an old man, no moustache but whiskers, turning gray. He claimed to have establish ed cannery at Fort Smith and other places. Let the people all over the State watch for this dead beat. We charge him nothing for thls adver- tisement, and send the firm he claim ed to represent a marked copy of this paper.
Nevada County picayune., 1891-07-16
I)AMOCLES.
Laneburg Leaflets.

Another good rain on the 9th and 9th inst.
 The corn crop is all right now.
 Some are giving the finishing touches to thelr cotton.
 Quartely meeting at New Salem next Saturday and Sunday. The Pastor intends 10 protract the meet ing a few days next week.
 Almost anything can be overdone. It seems to me that correspondents from this section are eunnecessarily nu- nerous. Some of Us had better blow off and quit, boys, or else we will dis gust the readers of the PICAYuNE.
 On Friday of last week the 10th inst. the writer went down to Steph- ems, Ouachita, Co.,, on visit to friends and relatives, and to attend the Camden District conference, which convened at that place on the Sth inst. Rev. II. II. Watson pre- sided over the conference with the dignity of Bishop. A large num- Der of preachers, 20 or more, were in attendance. All of the pastors of the District were present 1 believe but 3, and several from other Dis. tricts. Among the visiting minis ters were the Revs. /. T. Bennett (editor of the Arkansas Methodist ) F.. \. Watson, k. J. Raiford and others. Rev. MT. Bennett preached , fine sermons for us on Saturday and Sunday. He is indeed fine preach CT as well as fluent and entertain. ing writer, Stephens IS nice, quiel little town and is noted for its refn, ed and hospitable people. They threw their doors wide open and en. tcrtained royalty all visitors to tn, conference. The writer's short stay among them was indeed pleasant and will long be remembered.
 Coop LUCK.
Nevada County picayune., 1891-07-16

Clint McFaddin, the negro who shot and killed young Stroup here some time ago, and was released by Judge Mitchell, has again gotten in- to trouble. He was carried hand cuffed through here Saturday, to Hot Springs, where he is charged with burglary.
 Again we rise to ask Dr. Norwood which state, Washington or Arkan- sas, he claims as his home? He moved to Washington last December, and since coming back here has said he liked that state so we'll he expect ed to return to it soon. Doctor in which State are you going to claim citizenship?
 It seems the leading U. l.. Peters hereabouts have gone back on Bush of Pike county. It was said some time ago that they were going to back him in running paper here, l but it seems have failed so far, and now Mir Bush returns the compli- ment and gives them the 'cold shoul- der" in failing to speak here as per appointment.
 Saturday afternoon a negro boy about IS years old, by name of Louis Johnson, raped small negro girl about II years old, out near place of Mir. Josh Moore. Sheriff Hood tracked him below Laneburg, and overtaking him, captured him Monday, after firing several shots at him, one of which made slight ! flesh wound on the arm.
 The Bems X Whitaker mill here has changed hands, and been incor- porated, under the name of the Ozan Lumber Co. The incorporators are Beni. Whitaker, W. G. Harrington and W. II. Butler. Wish it great success under the new management. We learn that MT. Whitaker contem- plates making this his home, and trust he will do so. Our people would give him warm welcome.
Nevada County picayune., 1891-07-16
CRITICISING A YOUNG LADY.

"She would be pretty girl but for one thing"
 "What's that" asked Charley.
 George-"Her face is always covered with purple and red blotces." Charley-"Oh, that's easily enough disposed of. Used to be the same way myself, but caught on to the trouble one day, and got rid of it in no time.'
 George-"What was it.'
 Charlcy-"Simply blood eruptions. Took short course of r. P. r. l tell you it is the boss blood ,orrector. The 'yern- or had rheumatism go bad that you could hear him holler clear across the county, every time he moved. He tried it, and you know what an athletic old gent he is now. If somebody would give Miss Daisy poin- ter, she would thank them afterwards. AL the drug stores sell it,
Nevada County picayune., 1891-07-16

The good rain on the 9th put a broad smile on the farmers face.
 Billie Woodul says she told him what was what, last Sunday night.
 Dr. Wren and Rev. Hill have been absent for a week, attending the dis trlct meeting at Stephens.
 Rev Crow will expound and ex- plode the subject of the Sacrament, at Friendship, the next 4th Sunday.
 MT. w. A. Beauchamp and wife, of Mineral Springs, have been spend ing few days with his father near here.
 Rev. Copeland of Prescott, suc- cessfully filled the appointment of Rev. N. J. Price at Pisgah, last Sun- day.
 Lonnie Wren called out his hands Monday to work the road No one has section of road in better condi- tion than his.
 A number of young people spent last Saturday eve playing croquet, talking, and eating watermelons, at w. N. Sutton's.
 Now the crops are about finished, let us have little recreation. 1 think an old fashioned squirrel hunt would be in order.
 Mir. Ed Purtle has struck it again another widow, l mean. Ed, I would suggest that the one grand prerequisite to success, would be to watch Walker Lane.
 Neighbor A. says his family has used over fifty pounds of tobacco al- ready this year. To man up tree this looks like wasting pocket change, and if the people would discard the use of tobacco and coffee, they would be more healthy and save unnccessa- ry expense.
 NIGODENIS
Nevada County picayune., 1891-07-16
Have an Eye to Your Eyes.

How few think of the value of good eyes, till they begin to fail? How many have failing eyes and don't know it, or if they know it, are ashamed to make it known: Of those who wear spectacle>, how few have them to fit, or suit their eyes! And how few know that an imperfect lit injures the eye? We have for several years made a speciality of the eye, it's study and treatment, and for twelve months have made a specially of testing and fitting fine glasses by the aid of the Johnston Dioptric Eye Meters. We guaran- tee a fit, and perfect satisfaction, and when this is done, with good pebbles, the eye not only ceases to fail, or as is said, go from you" but the sight generally improves. To all who wish to know if their glasses fit their eyes, and to those who have never worn glasses, and want to know whether they need or would be benefited by the usc of glasses, we offer q free examination. Specta- clcs of all kinds furnished at reason able rates. Respectfully.
 k. l.. lliNroN, NJ, D.
 Prescott, Ark
Nevada County picayune., 1891-07-16
Emmet Etchings.

Health Good.
 Weather very pleasant.
 Watermelons getting plentiful. Prospects for good corn crop are very ilattering, just at present. Esquire C. B. Andrews of Pres colt, was down on business last Sat urday.
 MT. J. D. Harris went up to Cur don last Sunday, to be at the wed. ding of his sister.
 Mir, Frank Phelps and sister, Miss Maud, of Hope, spent last Sunday in our little town.
 Mrs. J. o. Howell of Prescott. visited her sister, Mrs. l.. II. Me- Swain, last Sunday
 Mrs. Dr. Weaver of Mt. Moriah visited her sister, Mrs. NJ. A. Smith at this place, on last Saturday and Sunday.
 Our handsome big sheriff was ''c"i it'NN ''dii'hN aihOiS iht oNNtb folks. He always goes among them when here-especially Miss D. and l..
 Prof. W. $. Johnson of Wallace burg, accompanied by Miss Hattie McSwain, spent last Sunday in town. Miss H. was visiting her mother, Prof. visited some one else.
 Rev. T. W, Hayes of Prescott, filled the pulpit at the NJ. E. church at this place, on last Sunday, Bro. Sexton being engaged at'IIopc, as sisting II. W. Brooks in meeting The happiest man in Hampstead county is J. II. Jones. He is one of most successful black land farmers just got his crop laid by, in nice fix, on last Saturday and same night ar rived at his house an eleven pound girl baby. MT. J. has nothing to do now but nurse.
Nevada County picayune., 1891-07-16
From Battles School House,

Oh, come with me and we will go and try the Summers heat, sir.
 Laying by time has come, and most farmers are through work.
 Health good so to speak, and the people are having q good time, generally.
 le scribe contemplates attending the fall term of Hendrix College, which will open about Sept. the 2ith.
 The public school at this place commences July the l4th under the management of Miss Lizzie Jordan, of Prescott
 Our distinguished friend, Mir. T. A. Potter, who has been thinking of taking trip out in Texas, has deci- ded to wait until August.
 Many thanks to MT, R. W. Cope land and wife, for their kind hoSpi- tality shown to me at the icccream party on Tuesday night last. Also fine treat to some very fine water melons.
 While in stephens had the pleas ure of meeting great many of my old friends. On Saturday night heard fine sermon by Bro. Sanders of Magnolia Loyefeast Sunday morn ing, also conducted by Bro. Sanders. Preaching at II by the Rev. /. T.. Bennett of Little Rock. Bro. Ben nett is one of our ablest divincs and a whole soul Christian. The family of Bro. G. w. Logan has my thanks for kindness shown while a guest at their home. SAMBO.