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Los Angeles herald., 1905-12-27
CHARGE FRAUD IN
SAVINGS SOCIETY
ACCUSERS SAY QUEER LOANS
WERE MADE
Executors Of Estate Of Late Col.
George Easton Made Defend
ants in Civil Action for
$4,000

Charging fraudulent dealings on the
part of Col George EIaston and Wen
dell Easton, the Pacific Coast Savings
society yesterday, through its attor-
neys, Henley 81 Costello, filed suit
for $4,000 against Hattie G.. Easton
estate Of the late Col. George Easton,
former member of prominent real
estate firm of Los Angeles.
Col. Easton was formerly a mem-
Der Of the board of directors of the
concern which has now brought suit
and in that capacity was associated
with Wendell Easton, G. S. Benedict
and Harry Francis.
According to the allegations in tho
complaint. the fraud was commenced
four years ago and has continued all
most every month since that time.
In the first instance where fraud is
charged it is alleged that A. G. Sher-
man applied for a loan of $4,000, which
was granted him on a piece of prop
erty which was valued at about $500.
The attorneys for the plaintiff allege
that at that time Sherman was in the
employment of Wendell Easton, and
that George Easton was party to a
conspiracy, in which Sherman was to
play the part of the dummy, receive
the money and turn it over to the two
1Iastons.
Tell of Bold System
Then, according to the complaint,
the loans became larger. 1t is further
alleged that a bolder system was prac-
ticed and that the three directors
loaned money to other persons who ap-
piled without even the formality of
security. On June 21, it is alleged
that Benedict and the two Eastons,
forming a quorum, loaned to Colbert
Caldwell upon his written application
$4,000, and that n mortgage on prop
erty worth only $4,000 was received as
surety of the payment of the debt.
Again on August 13, 1904, 1t is alleged
similar transaction occurred when L.
J. Magner, acting, as alleged as the
dummy of the Eastons, borrowed $4,000
and gave up a mortgage on $4,000
worth of property as security.
On July s of the same year the plain
tiff alleges that $4,000 was loaned to w.
S. Armstrong and that not a cent was
received by the firm as security for the
debt Armstrong was also alleged to
have been the dummy of the Eastons.
]. G. Jones, alleged to have been act
ing for the Eastons, is said to have
DorToWeu 9o'Vu lioiil the ooAipe'iiy WIN
out putting up a cent of security.
w S. Armstrong is alleged to have
received the first loan on February 1,
1901, when he borrowed $4,000 on $4,000
worth of property.
Other smaller loans are alleged to
have been made fraudulently, and the
plaintiff charges that the heirs have
refused absolutely to pay up, where
upon suit has been brought for the
full amount and interest
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Los Angeles herald., 1905-12-27
LODI MAN DIES SUDDENLY
James A. Anderson, a WeIl-knoWn
Fruit Shipper, Passes
Away
By Associated Press.

By Associated Press.
STOCKTON, Dec. 26.-James A. An
derson, we'll known fruit shipper of
Lodi, died suddenly at o'clock this
evening. He fell in a faint as he en-
tered his residence grounds, while on
his way to his evening meal, and the
barking of his dog attracted the at
tention of his family. He was cared
for by a physician and soon recovered
consciousness and related his expert
ence.
Suddenly and within thirty minutes
after the first attack he ceased speak
ing and expired. He was an old resi-
dent of Lodi and had been prominent
and successful as an independent fruit
shipper in connection with Sgobel &s
Day of New York.
Los Angeles herald., 1905-12-27
NO ATTEMPT IN OHIO
Dick Says No Evidence That Presi-
dent Is Trying to Get Control

BY Associated Press
CLEVELAND, O., Dec. 26--United
States Senator Charles f. Dick, who
was in this city today, said that he
had seen no evidence that President
Roosevelt was trying to get control of
the party management in Ohio. He
said he could not understand why Mr..
Merritt should make such a statement,
but that he expected to see no at
tempt by the president to control the
Republican politics in the different
states. Senator Dick intimated that
the Merritt statement was not to be
taken seriously.
Congressman Theodore T.. Burton
made similar statement to that made
by Senator Dick and added:
Probably it would be good for the
state if the president should control
the state organization, but do not
believe the president desires to do So"
Los Angeles herald., 1905-12-27
Receives Poisoned Candy

ALBANY, N. Y, Dec. 26.-Miss Elsie
Smith, who was "Queen Titania" in
the Albany Halloween carnival of
1904, today reported to the police that
she had received through the mail
yesterday a box of candy containing
poison. The chocolate drops of the
box had been opened and poison spread
within A druggist who analysed the
contents declares that the candy con-
tained enough paris green and other
poisons to kill the whole family. Miss
Smith believes the poison was sent by
girl. The police and postoffice au-
thorities are Investigating.
Los Angeles herald., 1905-12-27
SUES ABBOT KINNEY COMPANY FOR
S243,OOO; CHARGES BREACH OFFATTH

Suit for s2i3000 spersonal damages
was filed yesterday i'm the superior
court by Adolphus p. Welcome against
the Abbot Kinney company.
Welcome alleges he signed q con-
tract with the company by which he
was bound 60 conduct the automobile
and carriage trade of Venice Of
America under the condition that the
company erect suitable buildings.
Los Angeles herald., 1905-12-27
BuIkeIy Not Interested
I,y Associated Press.

1Iy Associated Press.
HARTFORD. Conn, Dec. 26.--Mor-
gan G. Bulkely, senior senator from
Connecticut, when shown the state
ment by Mr.. Merritt. in which the al
legation was made that the president
was anxious to secure political con-
troll in this state, said:
IT don't know anything about any
such talk. I am not interested in the
fight in New York state and will not be
drawn into it,
Los Angeles herald., 1905-12-27
Man Meets Mysterious Death

BY Associated Press.
SAN FRANCISCO, Dec. 26.-Mystery
surrounding the death of a man be-
lieved to be G. A. Harding of Mon
terey, who was picked up unconscious
at the Southern Pacific, Third and
Townsend streets December 10 and was
removed to the hospital. where he died
yesterday morning. The physicians
were unable to diagnose the case. 1t is
believed the man came here from Mon
tereY
Los Angeles herald., 1905-12-27

He alleges the buildings were never
erected or the contract followed out
by the Kinney company. He asserts
ne has lost 100000 by not being at
work on the concession during the
summer. He asks another 100000
which he says he might make in the
future and the rest for other incidental
damages.
Los Angeles herald., 1905-12-27
$4,000 Fire in Kentucky
BY Associated Press.

LOUISVILLE, KY, Dec. 26.--Fire this
afternoon damaged the Jefferson
county court house and for q time
threatened the destruction of the edifice
The loss is estimated at $4,000, with
no insurance. Hard work by the fire.
men and the employees prevented any
serious damage to the accumulated rec
ords of a century Of litigation.
Los Angeles herald., 1905-12-27
Destructive Gale in Victoria
By Associated Press.

VICTORIA, Il. c., Dec. 26.-Con-
siderable damage was done in Victoria
and vicinity by a heavy southwest
gale this morning. The roof of fur
niture factory was torn off and fences
were blown down. The government s
wires at Vancouver island were torn
down. The storm was accompanied
by an electrical disturbance. something
unusual in this locality.
Los Angeles herald., 1905-12-27
Charged With Stealing Jewels
BIZ Aasoclated Press

SAN FRANCISCO. Dec. 26.-Hattie
MARITIME and Charles M. Lawson. a
discharged soldier were arrested this
afternoon and charged with the theft
of diamonds and other jewels belong
ing to Mrs. T.. l.. Hess, formerly OF
Trinidad, Colo, and owner OF a lodg-
ing house on O'Farrell street. A neck
lace valued at $4,000 is among the stolen
property
Los Angeles herald., 1905-12-27
Hotel Man Kills Himself

bF .ASSOclatpu fIeS1-
SAN FRANCISCO, Dec. 26.-R. Bu-
letti, hotel keeper at 319 Broad street,
killed himself yesterday by shooting
himself in the head. No cause was
assigned forhis action.
Los Angeles herald., 1905-12-27
Fortunes In TOurmaIines

Immediate investments in the Mesa
Grande Tourmaline and Gem COMPANY
assures future large returns. Cali Tor the
proof. '''0
SOUTHWESTERN SECURITIES CO.,
60S III. w. Hellman Bldg.
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1905-04-22

sloncr of Public Works because he is
honest. Industrious ana intelligent. He
has been raised in Chicago and has
had extraordinary opportunities for
chronic fault-lindcrs have been criti.
cizng the Mayor for appointing Mr..
Patterson Commissioner of Public
Works. but IL Il matter of fact, with
the exception of George Il. Swift. he
il better equipped for the position than
any man vino has held it for twenty
years. Mr.. Blocki. whom he succeeds,
was Il drug clerk. and prior to his ap-
pointment as Deputy Commissioner Of
Public Works. had no experience what.
ever IN public affairs: yet we never
heard the gang that are shouting
against Patterson saying anything
about Block. Mr.. Patterson can af-
ford. however to ignore the criticisms
of such fault-iindcrs. He has the right
material in him for the discharge of
any duties he may assume, however
important, cNactlng or OncrouS. He
will. we are certain. 80 conduct the
affairs of the Department of Public
Works rs to reflect credit upon HIM
self ANA the administration. to earn
the approval of the public. AMI to make
those who are critlclSlng him now
ashamed of themselves.
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1905-04-22
ONE GOOD RULE OF LFE.

\ man who Is recognized as emf
ncntly successful in business has hang
ing over his desk little motto which
says: do the Hard Thing First" Il
came across that motto years ago.
he says, lat pivotal time In my life.
| suddenly realized that | had been
in the habit of putting off the disa-
grceablc duties, Of evading the I'M
pleasant tasks, and they had formed
ghost which haunted me and held me
back. ! tackled up that motto and set
tied down 10 work Oh the disagrceablc
duties | had pushed aside. Soon | had
them out of the way, and ever after
wards | attempted the hardest thing
first. | gave my freshest efforts to the
work dreaded most, and owe what
Is called my success largely to this
awakening ana change of tactics
Many man who has done much good
work has fallen short Of success be-
cause some disagrceable thing lay in
his way which he would not overcome.
\ bookkeeper who complained that he
was not advanced as rapidly as he
thought he deserved to he had it point
cd out TO him that his handwriting
was bad. Practice in handwriting was
repugnant to him. and he remained in
the minor position. Many people fail
because they refuse to do the small
things, ana these mount up In the final
reckoning. forming barrier between
them and success. II you have not
met with the success you think your
efforts merit do not rail against fate.
but just cast about for the disagree
able portions of your work from which
you have shrunk. You may not at
tach any Importance 10 them. But you
can never know how your neglect of
them has changed the current Of your
life Somehow or other ii seems that
the hard things are the important
things. Maybe their Importance makes
them hard, The road to success is Il
rough one Flowers bloom ut the way
side. IL l. true. but he who would get
ON must roll the stones ont of his way
first ana lie among the flowers after
ward. Lots Of Us lie among the flow
cr> first thinking that when we weary
Of that we viii 20 10 rolling stones.
Rur the longer We lie the more dis
tasteful ana hard >rouc-rullmg be-
comes. He who d"fcrs an unpleasant
duty doe, It twice. Anticipation of it
may become II continued torture. 1t
is wise 10 be- done with it In the first
place" ana then contemplation Of it be-
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1905-04-22
THE CZAR AND TIE SIMPLE LIFE.

Several years ago an English news
paper published Il picture of the Car
of Russia taken while he was shoot.
ing" on Il Scottish moor. At the time
the Car of all the RuSsias was on a
visit to his relative, the late Queen of
Great Britain, and In company with Il
single gamekceper ana the attendant
who made the photograph was enjoy
ing morning tramp through the
heather in the highlands in search Of
grouse. In the moment that he stood
alone and posed for the photograph he
doubtless experienced Il feeling Of per-
sonal safety unknown to him at any
other time or place. There We're no
cares of court Ov state to weigh upon
his mind and body, no treacherous
mental to betray him to his enemies,
no lurking anarchist to hurl his soul
into eternity without warning. Above
him was the gray sky of Scotland and
about him the wind-swept moor of the
highland, and for company two honest
freemcn. For the time being he was
Il man among men, with no occasion
to suspect or fear those about him.
What grateful sense of relief he must
have experienced can only be con-
jectured, but unless he be lacking In
human emotions he must have tasted
momentarily the delights of the calm,
rcstful. simple life of the highland peo-
pie about him. OF all the uneasy heads
that wear a crown, none lies so un.
easily as the Car of Russia's ut this
time, The picture which shows that
monarch relieved from his worries,
cares, doubts and fears. even for the
moment as it was, is n pictorial preach.
ment to all men who seek to gain or
exercise unjust power, ana who, like
the car of Russia. never experience
the JOY of the simple life but for u
l,cctiug moment, ana then only to in
crease the misery Of their daily exist
pnrp through its loss.
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1905-04-22
COLLEGE tDUCA iGN.

\ Yale professor, the statlsllrlan Of
the Institution, has mad" a compara.
tive study Of student expenditures ana
reached results that rich ami fon /
parents dcs.rpu, Of giving their sons
the grca, advantage, OF liberal cdu.
cation should carefully consider After
all, the most important function of tn
college j. moral The mere ufOrma.
ton supplied 10y lectures and test.
books can le obtained al home; It Is
the discipline, tn" atmosphere Of cul.
urc ana lurHiu-, he l>,D'iat onS, tn
traditions and historic background,
the personal i"iuruc' f mo.pssprs.
that combine t" XIV" college "lura.
ton" the value aIi Il I ity I possesses
In the familiar phrase. hr mission O!
the college j. u al 'olrpg plain llvlns
ana high thinking But IN every col
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1905-04-22

legc there are students who tacitly re.
verse the formula and proceed on the
assumption that the right ideal Is high
living and plain thinking. or no think
ing at all and very little work even of
the routine sort. There are not many
of these. it Is true. but If any course
or practice on the part of parents
tends to increase their number 1t can.
not be too perslstently discouraged.
And the Yale statistician shows that
an extravagant allowance to student
Is source of moral danger. Poverty
Is bad for a student: it means. OF
course. extra work outside and little
recreation and opportunity for assim.
ilation and reflection and beneficial
associations. But luxury Is even worse
for the student. because II Is more In.
sidious and demOralizing. II Is a tru-
ism that 'as the amount of total OK
penditures increases the percentage
spent on necessities decreases" The
parent who makes too generous an al
lowancc for his collcgc-nttending son
docs him disservice and an injury.
lie exposes him TO temptation of a
kind destructive of the essential mis-.
sion of the college. The Yale professor
says that "thc men who take time to
spend SS9I year on pleasure ana to.
bacco and intoxicants do not have
time enough left for their regular
work to rank high in their class" But
this is not the whole Of the mischief,
nor even the greater part of 1t. The
effect on character, on mental AMI
moral discipline, is of Infinitely great.
or moment. At college enough is better
ihnn a fnn ct
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1905-04-22
COMMISSIONER or PUBLIC WORKS
PATTERSON

The Eagle cougrutulltcs Mayor
Dunno, tn" taxpayer, and the public IN
general upon the appointment Of Jo-
seph McIIIl Patterson 10 the Commits
sioncr,hIp of Public Works.
II also has pleasure in congrat.
ulatIHg the young man himself ana in
wishing him every success IN the new
field Of usciuInc,, upon which Ac Au.
entered.
The Eagle has always taken an in
tcrcst IN Mr.. Patterson because II has
recognized In him tine typ" Of the
young American citizen Interested IN
public affairs aud eager to take good
mans part in them.
This paper supported Mr. Patterson
for the LEGISLATURE Two years ago be
cause il knew him 10 be h.gA-miMIcd,
honorable young man who would con.
duct himself In the General Assembly
to the thorough satisfaction Of the pcO-
pie. We are convinced that Mr. Pat
terson will make splendid Commits
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1905-04-22
The NtW EOURI HOUSE.

It is to be hoped now that the new
courthouse has been decided upon by
popular vote, and that preliminary
steps toward It's erection are being
taken, that the work will be pushed
through to Il speedy conclusion. The
public does not wish for "A repetition
Of til" new government building fascO.
President Brundage of the County
Board Is an able ana active public 9TH
cial, ana tie people look Ia him now
tor quick action and the best possible
results in this important undertaking.
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1905-04-22
STATES ATTORNEY HEHLY IS
ACIEE.

MI the Indications are that States
Attorney John j, licaly will prove Il
worthy successor 10 Hon. Charles =
Dcurrn. He has started in upon his
duties In way thar proves he in
tends to enforce the law in the letter
ana the spirit, Already lie has givcn
evidence Of his ability and his mtcn-
tons in this regard in way to merit
the confidence and approval Of the
n.prln
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1905-04-22

II. Rider lIaggard says he writes
novels merely for diversion. Well, a
poor excuse Is better than none, even
in such case as his.
~a
Andrew Carnegie now says he has
no intention of dying poor. Has the
needles eye lost its terrOrs?
~es
General Lew Wallace used but four
sentences in his will. lie evidently
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1905-04-22

ably they quit eating dog meat, also.
Their contract had expired.
\ church has refused gift Of $780,
600 from John ID. Rockefeller. 1t might
be well to transfer the bllndfOld from
Justice to Charity.
~SA
Mrs. Chadwick Is writing her auto
biography. The librarians will, Of
course, list 1t among the technical
works on high finance.
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1905-04-22

DIR. Patton says that Language is.
thoughts pottry." 1t Is used very
largely in the manufacture of family
Jars.
~6~
A woman's tongue has been de-
clarad concealed weapon by New
York police justice.
~e4
When the 1gorrOtes returned to their
native land they put on clothes. Prob
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1905-04-22
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city administration and add to its eff.
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proved service wlthou, any further in.
tprlniulNlp DELAYS, This Is the most
nnnorent condition arising from ,bo
recent importont conferences botwo.n
tho city officials and IN. r,prcsou,,.
tlvcs of the companies.
~Ss~ss>
vr,u,
Ward Democratic leader. is one Of the
men who had much to do with the
Democratic victory in the late cleo.
ton. lie worked hard for the whole
ticket.
%GA
IL Is proposed that the lroquols Club
tender Il reception to President Roosc.
Welt. 1t has done worse things.
AnA
eral We're pleased over the election Of
Samuel II. Adams to his old position
In the constabulary Of North Chicago.
As~sA
-,
Nv '''''"' '"ie o'i" ""ruen Is one
W we NUS pi,as'''' anu ehJo'np'e TO-
every resprct, conducted in n MOST r a.
spectable and orderly fashion. AMI mn.
trOnized by the very best class of poo.
pie. Its proprietor. +. Emil Gnsch IL
one of the most rcspectcd businoss man
of the city,
%, ,, "ipr' r"m" S ~" Is 're wn'. .S
sonar. w,hislv In thn sn,.rn Hn,,,o
ona ga, vii, ,,,,,o ,o ,,,,,,o,,
-
i'n' i''''' WHO mas long conducted
Clark .,ree, ,s ' "n ''nr,c u, man a~%
Good ,.,,,,on "' :"
~
Ut. wiley, the government chemist
says 'lere Is no reason why the av'
craze man Should NOT dc usetni uhtll
ncuit ~ ""rs %, ," aye. o,5 no 'o ,ao .
IL Wiley and Os,er war. runpj,.
against eorh othor for tho nroslIancv
~
MIS- 'raISie, the English hoVellst'
says women are uhht 10 SIT on J"rles
because thrlr nature does not contain
,H %o Y he G"o O. 1S &c %ry nv
his wife viii indorso Mrs croiyIo's
declaration.
n ,,
- '''"'''o" l'"" '',''''''''""' ,'''.
the trust. IN y that direction and they
would soon have all the religion there
is in the country.
@u@>
prof roo,, - tno .soo mn
'"' ,,r ,,.,I.
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1905-04-22
improved upon his "Ben Hur" style of

improved upon his ben Hur" style Of
writing.
Mr.. Carnegie says the wealthy man
Is slave. While we are pretty busy,
we are willing to take day or and
help emancipate Mr.. Carnegie.
The congressman who has lot OF
postOtiice contests to wrestle with
thinks it misnOmer to call 1t a
vacation.
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1905-04-22
aGA

IrOf, loeb says that all The sea mr.
chinS need to sustain life Is Il little
salt mlN"l with vinegar, That's ali
right, but what we would like to know
l., do they wake NJ in the middle of
the Ei-ht ana cry for it?
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1905-04-22

\ young man who has been doing
some experimenting reports that cary
Ing a chicken is like counting a girl
he was sure to get each of them into
his lap before he got through. He
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1905-04-22

The Ricn2i Cafe and Garden Is one
Of the most pleasant and enjoyable re-
sorts in the city. 1t is iirst-cass in
every respect. conducted in Il most re-
spectacle ana orderly fashion, and pa
tronized 10y the very best class of PEG.
pie. Its proprietor. +. Emil Gasch. Is
one of the most respected business men
of the city.
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1905-04-22
Sss

\ Princeton man recommends rcll-
giOu rs n cure for trusts, once start
the trusts in that direction ana they
would soon have al! the religion there
Is IN thn nnmntrN.
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1905-04-22
/&0

Mr.. John J, Keenan,, head of the
prosperous and popular wholesale
whisky firm at $50 West Lake street,
Is one of the most highly respected
citizens of Chicago.
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1905-04-22
/&Ga>

\ st, Louis man who has four
daughters offers prize of $4,000 to
the one who shall remain unmarried
the longest, The average man who
has four'marriageable daughters Oh his
hands Will be likely to question the
mental sOumdness of this Missourian.
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1905-04-22

Mrs. Craigie, the English novelist,
says women are unfit to sit on jurles
the element Of justice. Every man
who has been caught in wlckedness by
his wife will indorse Mrs. Craigle's
declaration.
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1905-04-22

"Nappcr Tandy" rye Is the whisky
Of quality. Cali for Napier Tandy. tn,
square whisky in the square bottle
and you will make no mistake.
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1905-04-22

DR.. Wiley. the government chemist,
says there Is no reason why the av-
erage man should not be useful until
he Is 30 years Of age. 1t is not diff.
iicnlt to guess who would be elected
If Wiley ana Osler We're running
against each other for the presidency.
Chicago eagle. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1889-19??, 1905-04-22

Tony Item, who has long conducted
n prosperous business ut 81 South
Clark street, is an upright man and n
good citizen.