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Los Angeles herald., 1907-12-24
MAKER OF SOUVENIRS
RETURNS FROM EUROPE
M. Rieder Displays His California
Ideas in the East, Where They
Are Received with En-
thusiasm

M. Reider, III N. Broadway, has just
returned from six months trip in Eu-
rope. On his way home through the east
he stopped in the big cities and intro
duced his California souvenirs. He is
well known as an inventor of California
souvenirs, and eastern cities received his
clever ideas eagerly. Two of his latest
ideas surpass his previous attempts. One
is a small package with tag. attached
reading ..Please find hanging to this tag
a block of ice from California. If not
melted when delivered look into it." The
package. when opened, discolses a pale
blue block of ice labeled winter in Cali
forna. This, opened, discloses cute
little orange tree full of golden fruit and
shows typical scenes of California's sum-
merry winter.
Another clever souvenir is California
playing cards. These are made in two
backs. one the poppy, the other the poin-
settia. On the face of the cards are
beautiful views of California,
Los Angeles herald., 1907-12-24
NURSE PUTS
OUT BLAZE
IN HOSPITAL
ExTINGUISHEs CHRISTMAS
TREE IN FLAMES
seizing Blankets, Miss Effie Campbell
Prevents Spread Of Danger While
Hundreds cf Patient
sleep

Heroic work on the part of Miss
Effie Campbell, one of the trained
nurses at the county hospital, probably
saved the lives of hundreds of bed
ridden sufferers at that institution last
night.
In company with number OF her
fellow employees Miss Campbell at
tended the Christmas celebration in the
basement of the hospital monster
Christmas tree had been decorated for
the occasion.
Cne of the attendants, dressed in the
garb of Santa Claus, made merry with
the others, and selecting gifts from the
tree handed them to those to whom
they were addressed.
For more than an hour the fun con-
tinued. Merry shrieks filed the air as
the nurses found themselves the recip-
lents of dainty dolls. small articles OF
weird construction and toys evidently
meant by their maker to delight the
heart of a child.
Suddenly a shrek of horror filled the
air The flames from one of the cam
dies had caught the cotton, which had
been placed about the tree to represent
snow, and in a second the air was a
mass of flames. The fire quickly
spread to the base of the tree. spread
inc from there to the wooden supports.
| Panic-stricken. the nurses ran about
| the room, none seeming to know what
should be done. Their cries Of alarm
filled the air, attracting attendants
| from all parts of the institution.
While things were in this condition
Miss Campbell, one of the youngest
nurses at the hospital, suddenly darted
from the ROOM A moment later she
reappeared. her arms filled with heavy
blankets One of these she swiftly
threw about the blazing tree. at the
same moment tearing that wrecked
emblem of Christmas from its supports
to the floor. Quickly the blankets were
wrapped tight around it. while others
were cast over the flames that had
spread.
In a few moments the blaze was ex-
tinguished by the brave nurse. and not
till then did the others who were pres
ent sufficiently collect their senses to
strive to aid her.
Miss Campbell was congratulated by
her superiors for her presence of mind.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-12-24
SPECIAL POLICE WILL BE
ON DUTY NEW YEARS DAY

Special to The Herald
made out the following list of special
policemen to serve Tournament day, the
names being approved by the board Of
commissioners: Henry Irvine, John
Sesey, W. v. w. Bailey ]. A. Burge, w.
s. Clark, ]. H. Plnkerton, Charles NAL
chow, Carl Michener, w. l. Low, ]. L.
Flynn, A. ". Crieger, H. G. Davis.
Charles L. Kipp, L. o. Klopper, Harley
Newell, John Kelsey, Frank Carpenter,
L. L. Clark. George Peck, H. t. Smith,
John Cummings, Jack Ralston. l.. L.
Gardner, Frank Reynolds, Jacob Brown.
J. c. Odien, Grant Eyre. ]. A. Gemmill.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-12-24
DEMANDS PAY FOR PARADE
TO CROSS HIS GROUND
Special to The Herald.

Special to The Herald.
PASADENA, Dec. 23.-For the pur-
pose of securing a direct route for the
parade to enter Tournament park on
New Years day the directors are asked
to pay for the privilege of driving over
strip of ground controlled by a
rancher named Cole. The property be-
longs to Throop elementary school and
is said to be leased to Cole.
When the parade committee asked
for permission to drive across portion
of the tract in order to reach the
vehicle entrance to the park 1t is said
Cole refused unless he was paid for
the privilege. The committee and
directors have acQuiesced to this. The
amount agreed on is not large.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-12-24
HOLIDAY Entertainments
PLANNED AT BEACH CITIES
Elks to Play Santa Claus to Hundreds
of chiIdren-churche Pre-
pare to Celebrate
Christmas

Special to The Herald.
SANTA MONICA, Dec. 23.-Of the holi-
day events planned none promises 10
bring cheer to greater number than the
F,iks. annual Santa Claus reception. to
which invitations have been judiciously
distributed among little folks In every
part of the beach section. Several
punches of letters to Santa Claus were
turned over yesterday to the Elks by the
postmasters at the local and Ocean Park
postoffices, and the writers of these, TO-
gether with about 400 children whose
names have been rendered by church
workers, will each receive presents.
Preceding the distribution OF gl1ts the
children will be entertained at the Aorse-
shoe pier auditorium with an entertain
ment combining fun and music. Monday
night at the Presbyterian church the Rev.
w. H. Cornett will deliver an Illustrated
Christmas lecture Following the pastor.
discourse a beautifully decorated tree Will
be unveiled by a bewhiskered, frost-cov-
cred Santa Claus, who will supervise
distribution of gifts among the Sunday
school children.
The annual Christmas entertainment OF
the Methodist Episcopal church VIII be
held Monday night, when cantata in
two parts will be presented. The pro-
gram will open with a play by primary
department children, in which the sing
ing of Christmas carols will be feature.
The second half of the program will COM
prise an illustrated lecture by the Rev
Harry White. -,
Tuesday night at the Christian church
cantata will be presented by thirty
children. The little ones will wear fairy
costumes and will take part in program
of singing and dancing.
| At Parish hall next Saturday afternoon
tie Sunday school children of the Episco-
pal church will be entertained with a
Christmas entertainment followed by a
distribution of gifts.
Home and club gatherings include q
Christmas social by Mrs. ]. w. Hollano
| to the Wednesday Afternoon club to Lt
held next Friday at her home at 30 Crane
street, family reunion at the residence
of Mrs. Homer ]. Baldwin of 24S Tenth
street. an informal reception to hel
| friends by Mrs ]. T. Connolly of 2l7 Utah
street, family dinner party by Mrs
Sutherland Hutton of $40 Sixth street and
the entertaining of friends at Ell Shacketo
cottage by Mrs F. III. Taft.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-12-24
PARK MONKEY MADE DRUNK
ON WHISKY BY VISITORS
Special to The Herald.

|
PASADENA, Dec. 23.-"Jocko," the
pet monkey in Central park, is to be
deprived of his occasional sprees caused
by imbibing of Los Angeles whisky.
Park Superintendent Jacob Albrecht to-
dag asked permission of the board OF
commissioners to place wire mesh
netting around the monkey cage IN
order to keep bibulous persons from
pouring the liquor into vessels within
reach of the monkey.
.Jocko' will eat or drink anything
that is given him." said the superin-
tendent, ''and frequently I have found
him reeling drunk from the effects OF
whisky poured into the vessels by some
smart aleck. He has also been SICK
from eating tobacco handed him by
boys and others"
In order to prevent future acts of this
kind the commissioners ordered a
closer covering of the cage fronts.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-12-24
IRATE HUSBAND SHOOTS,
WOUNDING RIVAL IN HAND
Woman Rushes Between w. a. clev-
enser and E. J. Cook, but Latter
is Struck After Pistol
Once Misses Fire
Special to The Herald.

Special to The Herald.
SAN BERNARDINo. Dec. Pat the
Nav lodging house. 1856 d street, about
O'Clock this morning w. A. Clevenger
shot q. ]. Cook, a Santa Fe trainman,
through the hand, inhicting a painful
wound. Cook was attempting to force an
entrance to Clevenger's room. having
trailed his wife there. A first attempt 70
shoot failed, as the trigger wouia no'
work Mrs. Cook rushed between them,
pleading with Clevenger not to shoot.
The second time Clevenger raised the gun
Cook stopped down, putting up his hand
to screen the gun from his face, ana the
bullet plowed through his hand.
Clevenger was arrested.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-12-24
TWO 14-INcH GUNS, LARGEST
TYPE, ORDERED IN EAST
BY Associated PRESS

TROY. N. z, Dec. 2S-orders have been
received at Waterv.iet arsenal for two OF
the new type OF fourteen-inch gus. The
work will be commenced January l. The
guns will be the first of this type ever
made in this country. The fourteen-inch
weapon is about forty feet long and
weighs fifty tons. It throws heavier
projectile than the twelve-inch gun to a
greater distance. The fourteen-inch tube
will In time supplant the twelve-inch rife
on the sea coast.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-12-24
OVERCOME BY GAS, FALLS
AS HE STAGGERS INTO OPEN
Three Men Affected, One Seriously,
While Working in City National
Bank Building at Long
Beach

LONG BEACH, Dec 2S.-Three men
were affected, one seriously, by gas
which escaped today while they were at
tempting to join two mains in the new
building at Second street and American
avenue, to be occupied shortly by the
City National bank. d. p. Thayer, fore
man of the Inner Harbor Gas company.
was so seriously affected that ne feil
unconscious a moment after he had mads
his way out.
oscar Stiff and George Florentine, his
COMPANIONS, suffered. no serious effects
Thayer was attended by DR.. E. r. Har-
hey.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-12-24
PROTESTS AGAINST SITE
OF HOSPITAL SUCCESSFUL

LONG BEACH, Dec. 2S.--Because Of
the protests voiced by prominent citi
gems living in th- vicinity OF 5lS Cedar
avenue, the directors of the Seaside Hos
pital association have decided not to To-
cate their proposed new hospital at that
place.
Another location will be selected in thu
near future.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-12-24
Negroes Hall pynamlted
BY ABsocinIed Press

dy AbHuCIUIVu EEFN1F
ALBANY, N. Y, Dec. OLA dispatch
from Kestler, where a negro secret go
dynamite several days ago, states that
two other halls In the county near Kest-
Ter were dynamited Friday night They
were demolished. At least I'VE halls have
been demolished within q month. There
is terror among the negroes. who believe
white men are dynamitine the halls.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-12-24
NEVADA CITY MINERS FORM
UNION FOR FIRST TIME
BY Associated Press.

GRASS VALLEY. Dec. PA miners
union has been formed at Nevada City.
the first time in it's history, with mem
bership of nearly sixty. The organization
was perfected through the efforts OF the
Grass Valley Miners union, large num-
be-. going to that city TO encourage the
miners. James Madison was elected presi-
dent of the new union.
The owners and employees are on the
best of terms and the miners are work
ing the same hours and receiving the
same pay as heretofore.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-12-24
DISTINGUISHED AUTHORITIES
ATTEND PoMoLoGlcAL GLUE
specIal to The Herald.

CLAREMONT, Dec. 23.-An all day
session of the Claremont Pathological
club was held today at the home OF
Frank l.. Palmer. The meeting proved
OF exceptional interest, the speakers In
cluding men of state and national re-
pute Recent improvements along hor-
ticultural lines. particularly orange and
lemon culture, were discussed. Among
the speakers were James Mill of Ar
lington Heights, Riverside; c. c. Chap
man of Fullerton, G. G. league OF
Santa Paula and Mr.. Leffingwell.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-12-24
THINKS uPTuRNED DRIFTING
FISHING BOAT is HIS
special to Tho Herald.

Special to The Herald.
VENICE. Dec. 2a.-Capt. ]. c. Mcconnell
of Port Los Angeles, whose twenty-foot
fishing sloop disappeared from Its moor
ings at the long wharf recently, believes
that the upturned vessel sighted yesterday
near San Clemente island by Capt. |. F.
Sellick of the Venice launch Francis Is
the missing vessel.
Probably the same boat seen by Capt
Francis was the one reported Friday by
Capc. James Gardner of Avalon, who was
notified of the wreck by the captain Of a
vessel plying between San Diego and
Portland. Capt. Mcconnell will start a
cruise tomorrow to try and locate the
vessel.
The Port Los Angeles craft is described
as being of drab color with red stripe,
and we'll provisioned. Nets and other
fishing equipment of value approximat-
in:. $500 are said to have been on the YES
sci when she disappeared.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-12-24
Jewish Editor Asphyxlated

BY Associated Press.
NEW YORK. Dec. 2S.--John H.. Paley,
editor of the Jewish Daily News, was
found dead in his home in Brooklyn to-
day, asphyxiated by gas, which was
escaping from an open burner in the
parlor. The coroners inquest is trying to
determine whether Paley's death was an
a accideut or not.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-12-24
Gives School Roard oaNsl

At the regular meeting OF the board OF
education last light a gavel and block
were presented the board BY s. 8 Nc
Kinney.
Regular business was enacted BY the
board, and a special meeting VIII be held
Friday. December q. at 4:So O'clock N
the afternoon.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-12-24
FIrst santa cIaus burned
By Aesociated Presh

MARINETTE, wis. Dec. eS.--Carl Nc
Donald. living at Menomlpee. Wis. was
Santa Claus at school house Christmas
festival near Peshtigo. Saturday night
He wore an iniammahlc beard. which was
ignited by the candles on the Christmas
tree.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-12-24

Mrs Abbot Kinney will distribute 25O
cornucopias of candies to the children of
the Venice community at Christmas en-
terfainment to be held Wednesday in the
Japanese villa in the tent city. c. A..
Bouck will address the youngsters on the
meaning of Christmas.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-12-24

Miss Inez Dodson, who is attending col
lege in Los Angeles, came home yester-
day to spend the holiday season with her
parents, Mr.. and Mrs. John r. Dodson.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-12-24
Home phone 1882.

Review building.
Home phone 1882 Sunset Main
POMONA, Dec. 23.-The arrival of r.
p. Shepherd was the main event today
in county division circles. For the past
week Shepherd has been resting at I'M
perial, recovering from the effects of a
severe cold Brief conferences were
held this afternoon and the divisionist
leader was brought in touch with re-
cent developments.
The campaign is now drawing to a
close and Indications point to whirl-
wind finish. Enthusiasm is constantly
increasing. and every divi Is aiding in
the work. Christmas shopping has
drawn scores of partisans to the city.
Thursday, December 26, the home
stretch will be reached. Then comes
the spurt and the real excitement. The
divis say they are in fine condition and
as fresh as when the race started, and
that they're going to keep on running
till they reach the tape line of division.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-12-24

The Southern Pacific switch engine
which recently fell through the wharf at
ths e. K. Wood lumber yard into the
harbor was taken out of the water yes
terday and again placed on the tracks in
the yards. The machine will be sent to
the Los Angeles shops for repairs 1t
cost the company over $1,000 to get it out
of the water.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-12-24

Rev. S. A. Widney, pastor of the Metho-
dist church here in $780, will take part in
the Christmas exercises at the church to-
morrow evening.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-12-24
To Reorsanizs House of Peers
BY Associated Press.

LISBON, Dec. 23.-Premier Franco is
planning to reorganize the Portuguese
house of peers and transfer the judicial
powers now exercised by the house to the
| courts.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-12-24
ELLA WHEELER WILCOX TO
BE GUEST OF ToURNAM ENT

spe, a, to The Herald
PASADENA, Dec. 23.-Ella Wheeler
Wilcox, noted literary woman, has
accepted an invitation to be the guest of
the board of directors of the Tournament
of Roses on New Years day. After wit
Messing the event at the park in the af-
ternoon Mrs. Wilcox will be a guest of
the tournament ball at Hotel Green
Los Angeles herald., 1907-12-24

Mrs. Caroline Benton, 76 years old, died
yesterday at her home 926 Locust. Hef
husband, Ira Benton, two sons and a
daughter survive her. She was a native
of Pennsylvania enc. had lived in Long
held today.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-12-24
VENICE SHOE FACTORY
TO DINE EMPLOYEES
snecial to The Herald.

Special to The Herald.
VENICE, Dec. 23.-Employes of the
Venice shoe factory will partake of turkey
dinner at the ship hotel Christmas, to be
provided by the factory management,
Los Angeles herald., 1907-12-24

Will s. Dalsin and wife will spend
Christmas and the holidays in Sacra-
mento with Mrs. Dakin's parents.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-12-24

Police Justice j. C. Steele didn't take
kindly to the Joke" Of a humorist who
today ordered a turkey sent to his honor
c. o. ID. The bird, the deliveryman
stated, had been selected as prize for a
raffie which the selector said the justice
was TO hold in his court.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-12-24

D. Maldanaldo, the Mexican who threw
a lamp at his wife, was given a thirty
day iail sentence by Justice Klamroth.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-12-24

-Four hundred names were on the in
yitation list for the dance given tonight
by the Algonquin club, composed of col
lege young men. Mr.. and Mrs. e. L.
Eaton were the chaperons. The dance
committee was composed of Norman Pike,
John Burbaw, Arthur Vaillancourt and
John SWartz.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-12-24

Mrs d. Potter Epps and Mrs. Genevive
Case will present dramatic entertain
ment on the evening of January at
Parish hall in st. Augustine's church.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-12-24
ELLISON MAY CONSULT
WITH CITY ENGINEER
aneninl to Thn Herale.

bpecial 10 Inc aerHic-
SANTA MONICA, Dec. 2S.-Negotiations
for the services of former Chief Engineer
C. e. Ellison to consult with the city
engineer in deciding on matters pertain
in; to the construction of the city's pro-
posed s15O,OOo sewage are said to be well
advanced
Los Angeles herald., 1907-12-24

The San Pedro planning mill shut down
Saturday evening and will probably not
start again until after the holidays.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-12-24

Lloyd Arthur Cohn, carpenter AZ years
old, died yesterday a.. his home at Bur
nett. Funeral services will be held at IL
o'clock tomorrow morning from the home
Burial will be at Sunnyside cemetery.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-12-24

Mrs A. R. Barton has returned from
Los Angeles, where she took medical
treatment and is much improved in
health.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-12-24

Don't get the idea under your hat that
other people think as much of you as
you think of yourself.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-12-24

An epidemic of measles has broken out
among children in the district south of
Colorado street and east of Los Robles
avenue, according to reports received by
DR.. Black, city health officer.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-12-24
will be at the Shakespeare club recital or
Friday evening.

picnic party composed Of twenty-four
boys and girls of the high school spent
the day at Millard's canyon. Mrs. w. z.
Yale of 945 South Catalina avenue was
the chaperon.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-12-24
LOG cRusHEs FINGERS
OF sHIPYARD EMPLoYE
Special to The Herald.

Special to The Herald.
LONG BEACH, Dec. 23.-Peter Kara
mees. laborer employed at the Craig
Shipbulding omp-.ny's plant, was pain
fully injured by heavy log which rolled
upon his left hand, two fingers being
crushed. Dir. l.. T.. Perce attended him.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-12-24

Miss Margaret McGlashan, who is at
tending school at Whittier. came home
today to spend the holidays with her
parents, Rev. and Mrs. McGlashan.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-12-24
SIXTEEN VESSELS GIVE
SAN PEDRO BUSY AIR
Special to The Herald.

Special to The Herald.
SAN PEDRO Dec. 23.-with sixteen
vessels in port and two large dredges at
work things looked lively along the water
front here this morning. Two four
masted schooners and one steamer arrived
yesterday and nu, Der are expected to-
day. For some time shipping has been
slow. but from noyt on great deal of
lumber Is expected.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-12-24

The Baptist Sunday school will hold its
Christmas exercises for the cradle roll
this afternoon. The regular exercises for
the larger children will be held later.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-12-24

Wilbur Smith and Fred Hart will con-
stitute the debate team to represent the
local high school in the debate with
Downey at that place on January II.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-12-24

Probably there is no personal sacrifice
so great as that of the misguided woman
who marries a man to reform him.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-12-24
FIRE IN BUSINESS BLOCK
is QUICKLY ExTlNGUIsHED

Special to The Herald.
SAN BERNARDINO, Dec. 23.-Fire
broke out today in the upper story OF the
building on Third street occupied by the
Jonas & Seldner Clothing company, but
was quickly extinguished. 1t originated
in pile of rubbish.
The immense storehouse of the santa
Fe, one of the buildings included I'M the
improvements OF the system now under
way at this place, will not be fnished py
the first of the year, as announced. The
concrete foundation is completed and the
work of filling in for the laying of the
floor is almost finished. Work on the
structure is expected to begin the first Of
next week. Eleven stalls of the new
roundhouse are completed and the work
ID being rushed. Mount Vernon avenue is
torn up with laying the tracks connecting
the old freight yards with the new yard
recently completed.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-12-24

W. Fl. Carroll, who recently purchased
a ranch about six miles from town, is
making preparations for building hand
some country residence on the property
He expects to reside there when he gets
his home ready to be occupied
Los Angeles herald., 1907-12-24

Acting President A. HI. Chamberlain OF
Throop will go to Washington, d. c., in
February to address the superintendents
of education at their annual convention.
Ex-Councilman Fayette Dyer, who has
been patient at the hospital for the last
six weeks will be removed to his home
in time to celebrate Christmas with his
family. He has almost recovered from
a paralytic stroke.
2 d. r. McMillen, boarder at the home
of Andrew Erwin in North Pasadena, is
missing for the last two weeks. He
left his boarding place on December to
go to Los Angeles and he has failed to
return. He came here six weeks ago from
Bozeman. Mont.
Captain Page of the Salvation army,
appeals to the public for generous dona-
tions In order to observe the usual custom
of providing the poor with baskets Of
food for Christmas dinner.
Mrs. Eldredge M. Fowler, well known
phianthropist of this city, who has been
abroad for two years, will arrive the lat
ter part of this week and on the evening
of Monday, December 80. she will be ten
dered reception by the Young Women
league. of which she is the founder
Franklin Carter, a Pasadena musician
who has gained fame abroad. has arrived
to spend the holidays with his mother,
Mrs. Clara A. Carter, at Raymond villa.
His first public appearance In Pasadena
Los Angeles herald., 1907-12-24

w. H. Housh, principal Of the Los An
geles high school, accompanied by his
wife and son Harvey, is visiting Mrs.
Housh's sister. Mrs. e. B. Scott. for a
week.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-12-24

Finish your Christmas shop
ping here today; straight re-
ductions in all holiday goods
that mean immense savings.
Just a few price hints mem
toned here. Store open until
10 o'clock tonight.
Branch Wells-Fargo Express
--rear main floor, south bldg.
Christmas Trees--are nice,
straight ones; all sizes. Order
yours today.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-12-24

Rev. T. c. Knoles of the University of
Southern California, preached in the
Methodist church yesterday morning to a
large congregation. Mr. Knoles was pas
tor of the church several years ago and
Is popular with San Pedro people.