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Los Angeles herald., 1906-07-29
Merchants National Bank

One CT the strongest and most in
1uential financial institutions of Los
Angeles is the Merchants National bank,
located at the northeast corner of Sec
ond and Main streets At it's head Is
Mr.. Her nan w Hellman, a pioneer resi-
dent or Southern California and long
recognized as one of Los Angeles prin-
cipal benefactors. AS a citizen and as
captain of industry" Mr.. Hellman
enjoys the confidence and esteem of the
entire business community. His con-
fidence and faith in the future of Los
Angeles was shown when he erected
and Spring streets which bears his
name, and which is considered to be ono
of the finest constructed buildings in
the United States.
With a capitalization OF 100000 the
Merchants National bank has a surplus
of sS30,OGO. 1t does general banking
business. solicits accounts of banks,
corporations, firms and individuals.
safe and conservative banking is ac-
corded to it's patrons. The bank Is also
a United States depository. Its officers
and directors are all men of high stand
follows: Herman W. Hellman, presi-
dent w. l.. Graves, vice president; II.
7. Newell, vice president; w. H. Holli-
day cashier; Marco H. Heilman, assist
ant cashier; Henry Anderson, assistant
cashier. Directors-W A. Barker, L.
P. Bosbyshell. Herman w. Hellman. l..
G. Brand, w. l.. Graves, W. II: Holiday,
f. NJ, Lyon, Will E. Keller, n. Bonflio,
II. T. Newell, f. I. Stimson, M. n New
mark, w. L. Vail, Percy R. Wilson, M.
A. Hamburger
Comparative deposits of the bank
show the following remarkable. growth
of the institution March %, 1904, $2,-
42,96447; March IA, 1905, $2,999, 56s46;
April s. 1906. $4,191,149.55. Following
Resources-Loans and discounts, $2,-
629, 9,25O97; United States bonds, $685.
900; premium on United States bonds,
$5,625; other stocks and bonds, $7l,-
fixtures. $500; due from banks and
United Stares treasurer, $500, 9,5S474;
cash on hand, $1,173,443.35.
Liabilities-Capital stock paid in,
5000 900; surplus and undivided profits,
$32971516; circulation, S19S,O50; de-
posts, S4,191, 1885.
Los Angeles herald., 1906-07-29
r. A. Rowan d Co.

Real estate and the marvellous in
crease in value of holdings have re-
suited in attracting the attention of the
world to Los Angeles. Tourists have
come here by the thousands every year
for twenty-five years. but of late years
business men with substantial capital
to invest have invaded our city looking
for locations for manufacturing and
commercial enterprises.
Among the prominent real estate
firms making a speciality of locating
these men of capital is the r. A. Rowan
company. This company has had sue
cess little short of marvellous, and to-
strong financial institution in the coun-
try Progress follows the flag of r. A
Rowan & Co.; where they lead
others follow Such men as compose
this strong organization are the pacK-
This company is incorporated under
the laws of California with cash CAPT
tai of $5000O0. r. A. Rowan Is presl-
dent; F. S. Rowan, secretary, and r. D.
Rowan, treasurer. This great trio work
in harmony and constitutes the most
important company dealing IN real es-
tate on the Pacific coast.
Several departments are maintained,
such as the rental department, buildlng
department, etc. and each of these Is IN
men. Fifteen expert assistants are IN
the employ of the company, each the
best man in his class.
In the building department they are
associated with Mr.. A. Bilicke in the
erection of many magnificent hotels
The Alexandria. a twelve-story hre,,
proof structure. was recently comPiet9etu
and an additional wing. will be built,
making this hotel one of the largest IN
the country.
Many Of the finest buildings in the
city will stand as memorial TO tne
and in time TO come the proof that they
buiided we'll will be evident Their dr
structures are all substantial and OF
great architectural beauty. Pride plays
a great part in the work Of these enter
prising men, and they have gained
world wide reputation as original, rear
less operators, whose deductions al
ways seem to be right
The city owes much to these intrepid
voung men who dare to think for them
selves ard II following oIs {desg idesi
citv that will contain many lasting
monuments to their ability.
Their Offices the largest ana manu-
soonest in the west occupy the entlre
Spring street frontage, second hoor' OF
the ii. w Hellman building.
Los Angeles herald., 1906-07-29
Hunsaker q Britt, Attorneys

The legal fraternity Of Los Angeles con-
tains within its ranks some of the most
powerful and able men in the United
States. Attorneys, like other people, are
attracted here by the wonderful climate
and the great opportunity for lucrative
practice, and many of the ablest mem
bers of the legal profession have become
residents of this city. Some OF the most
influential law firms In the state have
been formed here-composed of old-time
residents of Los Angeles and men who
have but recently established themselves
Among the most successful of these
partnerships Is the firm of Hunsaker 8
Britt, too we'll known to need much
euloglzing.
William J. Hunsaker was admitted 10
practice of~law by the supreme court of
California in 1882, was district attorney of
San DieGo county from 1882 to 1884, and
has resided In Los Angeles about four
teen years.
Mr. Britt is of the newer element, ag he
came to Los Angeles a little more than
five years ago-just as the city started ON
her tremendous career OF activity and
progress. Mr., Britt was a distinguished
member OF the bar In Lake county. Cali
fornia, before coming here, and was a
member OF the assembly in 1885.
Both gentlemen have acquired fortunes
as well as splendid regulations as law
yers Of ability and great achieves
ment. Messrs. Hunsaker a Britt oc-
eupy elegant offices at IA 10 1S II. w.
Hellman building.
Los Angeles herald., 1906-07-29
Tho Maier Packing Company

Foremost among the butchers and
packers Of the west is Mr.. Simon Maier
head of the large and extensive Maier
Packing company of Los Angeles, an
institution that stands second to none
OF its kind in the country Mr.. Mailer s
in this business not only ranks him as
pioneer. but has given him a wide
spread reputa tion And right here II
might be well to mention that no meat
scandals have ever been found in any
of Mr. Maier's undertakings,
Very soon the Maier Packing com
pany will move into its new plant
which Is not only one of the most eX-
stitutions of Its kind in the west. The
new packing house is located at Lyon
and Bouchett streets, and covers thlr-
teen acres of ground, 1t has a capacity
for slaughtering $50 beeves daily. 800
sheep and 100 hogs. The erection OF
this new plant has been a long step
toward making Los Angeles and South
ern California an independent packing
center, as well as giving the city rank
among the great packing centers OF
The phenomenal growth of this sec
tion has occaStoned a scarcity of meats
of late years. and this fact has been
the means of bringing many enterpris-
raising. A series of favorable seasons
will witness a still greater impetus in
the packing business. as the rapid ex-
tension Of stock fattening on irrigated
lands Is bound to advance the packing
house industry in Los Angeles and sur
rounding country. Quick to realize the
wonderful opportunities OF the south
west Mr. Mailer and his associates have
paved the way by building their large
new plant 10 handle great percentage
Of the trade that Is now cetnering In
Los Angeles. The same reason that has
made Los Angeles the great center OF
Los Angeles herald., 1906-07-29
A. 3. cohn g. Bro.

The enterprising Arm of A. B. Cohn
g. Bro. occupies one of the most inn
portant corners in Los Angeles, at Third
and Main streets, as a general loan and
jewelry business. They carry an inn
mense line Of jewelry novelties, besides
cutlery of the best known manufac-
lures. fire arms opera glasses and
binoculars, musical instruments and
gems, both set and unset.
Both brothers are very popular and
in their many years of business have
acquired great circle of warm friends.
Although young men they have been
Identified with the substantial business
ntrests OF Los Angeles for more than
ten years.
Their store is handsomely fitted up, is
modern In every way and the comfort
of their customers is their chief con-
cern. Most men. and women, too. in
fact, al, some time need temporary ac-
commodation In the way of a small
loan. Messrs. A. b. Cohn and Bro.
make the business OF loaning money on
collateral science, and their fair
treatment is greatly appreciatd by all
who know their methods.
Los Angeles herald., 1906-07-29
CALF ORN|A IS
GREAT BEE STATE
PACIFIC COAST SUPPORTS THE
LARGEST APIARIES
Over 100000 People in the United
States Engaged in the ApicuI-
tural ndustry-lmport-
5 ance of Products

M. D. Whitcher of Los Olives con-
tributes the following article on the bee
industry to the Rural Californian:
There are now over 300, 900 people in
the United States who are engaged In
the agricultural industry. One should
not be alarmed in regard to over-pro-
duction of honey and agricultural pro-
ducts, IS the population of the country
is increasing faster In proportion. | am
sure many more people would engage
in this most fascinating and profitable
industry If 1t were not for fear of the
bees little weapons as a means of de-
fense.
However. when one knows the proper
management and manipula tion con-
nected with handling bees properly
there is very little danger of being
stung. Langstroth, in his excellent
treatise on agriculture, says: LET all
your actions about your hives be gentle
and slow; never crush or injure the
bees; acquaint yourself fully with the
principles of management, and you will
have little more reason to dread the
sting OF bee than the horns of IA
vorite COW or the heels of your faithful
horse"
Hence to avoid the stings it is simply
a question of careful manipulation and
a free use of smoke. OF course, the
bees must not be stupif ID with the
smoke. but merely alarmed and subju-
gated Probably the most necessary
implements to be used in the apiary are
a good veil and smokers. When man.
ipulating your bees be careful and see
I, t your smoker is we'll lighted and
at the first sign of anger give them a
good puff of smoke. Approach the
hives from behind, give the entrance a
slight puff of smoke, then remove cover
slowly and carefully. Smoke the bees
so as to prevent them from coming out
of the top. Do not jar your hives or
make any quick, jerky motions, and
never fight the bees if they come after
you, as it will only provoke further
attack.
Italian bees are much more gentle
than the black or hybrid races, and
when they have been carefully bred can
be handled without veil or smokers,
California Leads in Products
Bee Products-The importance Of the
apiarian industry is not generally
known. Twill give the figures taken
from bulletin No. / of the department
of Agriculture: Apiarian societies In
the United States 40; apiarian jour
nails, 8: steam factories for the manu-
facture of bee hives and apiaran i'm
plements, 10; honey produced I'm the
United states according to the United
States census reports). SO. 1874 1856 pounds
persons engaged In the culture of bees
(estimated), 100000; honey and wax
produced eleventh census), $1,000, 900
An estimate from good authority places
the present value OF apiarian products
at $20.000,000.
California is the largest honey pro-
Los Angeles herald., 1906-07-29
The White Garage

No city in America outshines Los An
reles when II comes to the all-absorbing
question of automobiles Autoing is no
longer craze" here; It Is just the
can afford to have a machine are fitted
out with the very best that the market
affords. 1t Is therefore important that
the White Garage should be mentioned
in this connection, for certain II Is that
there is no better car on the market than
the past few years throughout the coun,
try is evidence of its great popularity and
bespeaks its excellent workmanship and
endurance qualities. And as for speed,
the White steamers hold a record that
stands foremost in automobile circles.
AS manager of the White Garage in
this city, II. d. Ryus has built up a
business that he may we'll be proud or.
Established in this city In 1908 the garage
has grown to be one of the largest con-
Germs Of its kind on the coast employing
forty-five persons In handling it's ousl-
ness alone The territory covered by
the Los Angeles garage comprises all OF
Southern California.
In the last three years according TO MIR.
Ryus, business in this territory has been
so large that It has been found necessary
TO double the floor space of the local
garage new addition to the garage
was Just completed and ready for occu-
pancy June 1, but so steady has been the
growth OF business since then that It Is
thought another addition will have to be
made ere long TO accommodate the
Mr., Ryus has the utmost confidence in
the growth OF Los Angeles and Southern
California. Notwithstanding the horrible
disaster In San Francisco, there has been
no check I'm the automobile business Of
this city and surrounding country. IL
anything, SAYS Mr.. Ryus, business since
the disaster has been better than ever
Los Angeles herald., 1906-07-29
Balfour, Guthrie G Co., Shipping and
Commission Merchants

Much of the general prosperity that is
so evident in Los Angeles-and the ac-
tivity that has built up a metropolis from
a struggling town--is traceable to the ef-
forts of the great building and manufac-
turing interests that have established
supplying the trade with the necessary
materials for carrying on their great OPP
erations.
Mr.. ]. B. Lumgair. who holds the i'm
Guthrie company's Los Angeles branch,
has been noticeable figure In the busi-
ness affairs of this city. He is, an ener-
getic. well posted man. and the build
ing interests have been greatly advanced
by his prompt delivery of first-class ma
terials.
Baifour, Guthrie & Co. are large i'm
porters of cement. pig iron, steel beams,
coke and fire brick. Since the San Fran
cisco disaster this concern has been
overwhelmed with orders, but by their ju-
dicious management have been able thus
far to handle all the business that has
been offered
er Elaine is now on the way from Lon
don with a cargo of K. r. a. s. cement; +;
this vessel is due. at Port Los Angeles
place their orders early, as this material
| Is in great demand and shipments will
| go in rush.
The K. B. & s. cement is one of the
| finest cements on the market, is manufac-
tured in England and has been used on
some of the greatest engineering feats of
| the last century. Particular mention can
well be made of the construction of the
| Nile reservoirs at Assiont and Assouan, in
which 100000 tons of Portland cement
| were used 10000 tons of which were sup
Piled by the Associated Portland Cement
| manufacturers, whose brand is X. B. & S.
| The Lucipara is also due at Port Los
which vessel Balfour' Guthrie & Go. have
limited consignment of Condor & Grant
cement. Quotations on these materials
will be made by Mr.. Lumgair to any in
| terested parties The brands are, of
course, too well known TO need lndorse-
ment.
Los Angeles herald., 1906-07-29
Pacific Savings Bank

Few banking institutions in this coun-
try have experienced the wonderful
growth that the Pacific Savings bank of
Los Angeles has enjoyed during the two
years Of its existence With a capital
of 100000, this concern has deposits
amounting to more than $4,000. A state
ment issued March rs. 1905, shows the fol-
lowing remarkable growth of the insti-
tuition: Loans sos, ,s35.79; furniture and
fixtures, y,s965S; cash and due from
banks, S950070; capital paid In, $5l. 900;
deposits, S2129.S9; undivided profits,
S4103.1S.
The banks handsome quarters are To-
Gated on South Spring street corner of
Mercantile place, being In the heart of
the New Los Angeles. Following are the
banks officers and directors. all Of whom
are well known and prominent citizens;
Ralph Rogers, PRESIDENT James II.
Blanchard, vice president; Lee l.. Soule,
cashiers M. u. Cary, assistant cashier,
Directors Ralph Rogers, James II,
Blanchard, NJ u. Cary, DR. Il, y. Toakum
and r.. u. Wells. Six per cent Interest
is paid on term deposits by this bank.
Los Angeles herald., 1906-07-29

manufacturing and the wholesale trade
of a vast territory has made 1t the
natural center for meat packing, and
the future that is in store for the busi-
ness cannot be overestimated. When
the Mailer Packing company was first
organized many years ago there were
two conditions which they felt they
must overcome to insure success. One
of these was to get the live stock and
the other to secure a demand for their
products. Accordingly they started in
a small way, and gradually added, to
Now there is great demand for meat
products of the first quality, for which
the Maier Packing company, through
its long experience, has established a
reputation. that other packing houses
might well be envious of. The com
pany now furnishes the local market
and other towns and cities with the
mutton. dressed veal, pork and all the
varieties of sausaRes besides doing a
general packing business i'm all lines Of
the trade. One hundred and nifty per-
company. Shipments are made through
out Southern California, Arizona, New
Mexico. Nevada and other states OF the
southwest, Orange Blossom hams and
bacon, which are general favorites, are
specialties of the Mailer Packing COM
pany All other meats prepared by the
concern, fresh and smoked, are rigidly
eminent authorities, The lard made by
this company is also in general favor
having an exceedingly large demand
throughout this territory
Mr.. Simon Maier is. OF course. presl-
dent OF the Maier Packing company
w. A. Maier Is vice president, and John
II. Jones is secretary, The general Of
located at 149 to 1853 North Spring
street, being a one-story and basement
building OF 6Oxl76 feet, running
Los Angeles herald., 1906-07-29

ducing state in the Union. The possibil-
tiles of larger production in this state
are good. very little of the existing flora
being occupied. There is probably no
section in the world where bees can be
handled with as little expense or
trouble as in California. In the east
bee men have to place bees in winter
repositories in order to keep them from
freezing, and snow may be lying on
the ground while in California the bee
men are extracting honey.
At the present time California sup
ports the largest apiaries in the world.
In the extending of this industry one
is not only benefiting bee men. but
nearly all other rural industries as
well, as the bees are the only perfect
agents for cross pollenization. Take
the bees out of the orchard and the
vineyard and the crop will decrease
many fold.
Los Angeles herald., 1906-07-29

through from Spring to New High
street. The companyS old packing
plant is located on the Mission road.
five miles from the city, and is still in
use.
has been one of the foremost and most
citizens of Los Angeles.
He has always been ready and willing
to put his shoulders TO the wheel in
any cause looking for the betterment
and advancement of the city's interests.
1t has always been the dream of his life
to build Just such plant as he now
has. which is not only a credit to him
self and his associates. but an orna-
ment as well as a prime factor in the
life of the whole southwest
ern country
Los Angeles herald., 1906-07-29

before, and he confidently expects that
the future will develop an even brighter
aspect
During his residence in Los Angeles Mr..
substantial and influential citizens. He Is
a most estimabe gentleman and never
loses an opportunity to advance the city's
interest. Coming in contact with a large
number of tourists, as he does, he always
puts in a word where it will do the most
good
Los Angeles herald., 1906-07-29
Write to us For
Full InfOrma-
ton About
Real Estate

Whether it be a cottage
and lot, in the city, sub
urbs or seashore, or a
ranch of from one to five
acres for fruit and poul-
try, or one of any other
size up to 10000 or more
acres, for stock, grain or
colonization.
Write to us for full
information if you are
looking for any business
opening, large or small.
Write to us for printed
matter relative to Cali
fornia.
Los Angeles herald., 1906-05-20
BRING JOY TO BOYS BUT TER
ROR TO RESIDENTS
Seem to Be of stineIess Variety, as
They Do Not Resist Attack.
Honey Fills Chimney, VIM
dows and Roof Crevices

Bees have invaded the vicinity of
East Adams and San Pedro streets.
w. S. Taylor of 233 East Adams
street and H. Scott of 227 East Adams
street are sorely troubled.
All the surrounding neighbors have
contributed their moral and physical
aid in Kidding these residences of a
swarm of bees which unceremoniously
swooped down upon the place Thursday
afternoon.
But the bees adhere to their pecul-
iarly chosen habitat like bad habits to
lure them from their happy home by
man, the bees hurl defiance.
Mr.. Scott, an old resident of Los An
geles, who is preparing to return to his
relatives in the east for the summer, is
arranging his house at 227 East Adams
street for renting or selling out. Last
Thursday afternoon while working
about in the kitchen he became aware
of a peculiar honeyed atmosphere. At
first he thought it was the logan berries
which were rpening in the back yard,
but strange musical sound added to
the mysterious odor caused him to start
an investigation.
No sooner did Mr.. Scott do so than
he noticed that the room was rapidly
darkening. He looked towards the win
dow and was surprised to find it alive
with bees. Then Mr.. Scott commenced
an active campaign with a many times
folded paper, and dead bees piled up
about him.
Darken the Windows
For a few minutes Mr.. Scott was
permitted to rest under the delusion
that he had killed the entire tribe that
invaded his premises. But the musical
buzz again commenced and the win
dows began to darken.
A second time did Mr.. Scott slaugh-
ter the adventurous honey makers,
only to be overwhelmed with the ever
increasing numbers that seemed to
grow in the air about him. Nowhere
could he discover an exit or nest.
A third time the battle was waged
against the bees, but. with each death
two bees appeared to take the place
Of their fallen brothers.
In a last desperate effort to find the
source of the bees Mr.. Scott discovered
they were emerging from small OPEN
ing between the tin cap cover to the
opening to the chimney fiue from the
kitchen and the brick wall
Niciously Mr.. Scott jerked this from
its place in the wall and TO his horror
found the interior of the chimney lined
with bees. A noise similar to the draft
Los Angeles herald., 1906-05-20
VENICE Is KEPT BUSY
BY ENTERTAIN MENTS
MAKES GOOD NAME IN PAST TWO
WEEKS
Shrlners, Utah Editors and Bernhardt
Engagement Make Coast Resort
Hum With Activlty-8and Con-
eerts Attract Many Music Lovers

In the short space of two weeks
Venice has made a name for herself.
Week before last the ShrinerS were en-
tertained and feted in true Venetian
style Last week the Press association
of Utah was kept busy for two days in
taking in the sights and enjoying the
diversified amusements this well known
watering place affords.
Last but not least came a two days
engagement of Nine. Sarah Bernhardt
at the auditorium. So rapidly have
these events taken place that the pub
lie is just beginning to realize that
Venice has done all this and done II
single handed and alone.
The growth Of Venice has been rapid
and strong In the short space OF three
years stately buildings have risen on
the sand dunes OF what Is now Wind
ward avenue and other thoroughfares
of this resort.
Chiaffarellfs band, which has a Mt
tional reputation, plays twice daily In
the auditorium. Every day the cars are
loaded with people who wish to spend
a pleasant day by the sea and enjoy
the many offerings this rapidly grow
ing place has to give. But with all the
Improvements that have been made and
are now contemplated and under
course of construction Venice is just
awakening to her vast posi- bilities and
resources, and ere her star reaches its
zenith 1t is believed she will be a close
rival TO her namesake ON the slopes OF
sunny Italy