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Imperial Valley press., 1914-01-30
Commissioner Waite
Tells of Cotton Industry

guarding all avenues of approach. A
quarantine is now in force prohibiting
/ cotton seed to enter the state from
anywhere, excepting for experimental
purposes. By applying to any hori-
cultural commissioner the information
will be cheerfully furnished as to how
seed may be brought into the state.
Several varieties of cotton have been
grown, principally Upland, Egyptian
and Durango. Many growers are quite
enthusiastic about Durango, while
others think more favorably of short
staples. 1t is question as to what
kinds will eventually be grown. How
ever, it is a fact that all varieties
that have been grown are of high quail
ity and sell at premium. Short
staple now brings premium of $3.50
to $500 per bale, principally due to
enormous low grades in the South
on account of storms during the sea-
son of 1913
According to advices from Thomas
P. Daley, cotton buyer, the average
grade of the season is strict middling,
the average length is: Common staple,
one and one-sixteenth; Durango, one
and three -sixteenths; Egyptian, one
and one-half inches. There is no dam
ger of low grades for the reason that
there is no rain to tinge or rust the
cotton.
Some growers have made two bales
to the acre; some have made one and
one-half, and many one bale, which
gives an idea what the possibilities
are to those who know the business.
1t is, however, not advisable to go
into the cotton growing business on a
large scale without experience in the
valley.
The best time for planting is from
the middle of April to the middle of
May, but it is planted before and after
these dates with success. Having a
long season for planting, and especial
ly for picking (from August to Feb
ruary) the labor situation is well ham
died
Cost of raising cotton: For water,
! seed and Tabor, SO per acre; Ee1t IL
land, from $40 to Sis per acre; pick
ing Il bale to the acre., SIS. Seed
will more than pay for hauling and
ginning.
The 1918 crop is selling at from $50
to $75 per bale Consisting of 500
pounds of Init or II to Is cents per
pound. Of course the profits will be
governed by the market price.
On account of the steadily increased
demand for cotton goods, there is not
likely to be any serious drop from the
present prices. The 1914 crop for I'M
perial valley will be about 100000
acres.
Imperial Valley press., 1914-01-30
Why Not a Federal Building?

Editor Press-Dear Sir: | was in
the postoffce few evenings ago,
when the line of waiting patrons
reached nearly to Sixth street, and
one of our prominent men said to
me:
"This office is entirely inadequate
for this place now"
l have been thinking for some
months that the proper thing to do:
and to do right now, is for the people
of Ell Centre to get together and pur-
chase suitable corner, 120 feet or
125 feet by 140 feet, and donate i
to the federal government on condl-
ton that federal building costing
100000 or S125,OO0 be erected there
on
Such a site can now be had for
from $4,000 to $4,000. A few years
hence it will cost two or three times
as much. | believe that any real es-
tate firm in the city will put the deal
through and donate It's commission at
least.
In this matter / have no AK to
grind | have no property to sell
for the purpose, nor have l any prop
erty near suitable site; neither do
1 expect to get anything in any way
out of the building; but long before
the lease on the present building ex-
pires double the floor space available
will be needed.
Now, why not get busy and be ready
with a piece of ground when Uncle
Sam is ready to build?
Let us hear from some of the rest
of our good citizens.
Yours for a federal building,
A NOT PROMINENT CITIZEN.
Imperial Valley press., 1914-01-30
Brawley News Exposes
Scheme to Debauch Towns

tingent was undertaking to get the
mastery at the spring election, and
while the matter has not been taken
in hand by the business men or 9TH
ers as yet, it is certain the men of af-
fairs here will fight the proposal to
the bitter end.
The downfall of Imperial under the
blasting touch of the saloon has set
an example which business men in
all parts of the valley have been
forced to note, and in no other town
of the valley will any element of
standing be found who will seek to
repeat the disastrous experiment OF
opening the saloons.
The Brawley News does not state
what two other towns it finds marked
for destruction in the spring, but from
what the Press has been able to learn
Holtville and Calexico are both
marked with Ell Centre by the brew
cries. But the destructive element
will find they have a real fight or
their hands as the effort is made.
Imperial Valley press., 1914-01-30
Mea]y Bug Issue
Under Discussion
UNITED Press Day Service)

Ontario, Jan. 30.-With fifteen ex-
perts on the program and 800 ranch
ers from various sections of southern
California attending, an emergency cit
rus convention was held today to dis
cuss the mealy bug. The meeting was
called by State Horticulturalist Cook
when the battle against the mealy in
the Upland district was at its height.
Since the bug there was found not to
be destructive, the Investigation has
enlarged its scope. A clash is expect
ed between County Horticuturalist
Pease and G. G. Laidlaw, head of the
growers, who blame each other for
loss in groves and useless expenditure
of money in the fight. Other pertinent
citrus subjects are scheduled for dis
cussion.
Imperial Valley press., 1914-01-30

Mexico City, Jan. 29-High officials
of Huerta's government said today
that Huerta is anxious to avoid all
trouble with the United States, "but
if such over tact in behalf of the ene-
mics of the republic were to be per-
formed by President Wilson as lift
ing the embargo on arms for rebels,
President Huerta would naturally re-
sent it and very likely hand Charg
Orders were issued by Huerta to-
day for Generals Velasco and Hidalgo
to move northward from Torreon with
a strong force and to rid the state of
Chihuahua of rebels.
Imperial Valley press., 1914-01-30
Plans Are Now Ready
For Great Pavement Work

canal and westward to Imperial ave-
nue.. giving more than two miles of
paving on that street alone. 1t is
hoped to also have that work COM
pleted by summer.
With this work completed, there
will be few cities of the size OF Ell
Centre so we'll paved, and this will
add greatly to the cleanliness of even
the heart of the business district, for
at present great amount OF dirt
accumulates on the pavement, brought
in on wagons and automobiles at time
of mud, and the dirt would hardly be
brought in with long paved ap.
proaches to the business section.
Imperial Valley press., 1914-01-30
LabOrites Clash.
Omitted Press Day Service

Omitted Press Day Service)
indianapolis, Jan. 30.-A clash be-
tween President Samuel Gompers of
the American Federation of Labor and
Duncan Mcdonald of Illinois enlivened
today's session of the United Mine
Workers Convention. After the meet
ing was called to order, Mcdonald
took the floor and declared: 81 want
to say to the delegates that Samuel
Gompers is not entitled to a seat on
the floor. He is nothing more nor
less than a confirmed booze fighter"
Gompers leaped to his feet and,
white with rage, advanced on McDon-
aid, shouting: "McDonald is an unmit-
iged liar, and knows it,"
Other delegates kept the men apart.
Imperial Valley press., 1914-01-30

While the Barber Asphalt Company
is busy with one good paving con-
tract in the city, plans are ready for
another, and the legal preparations
for awarding new contract will be
begun in a few days. These new
plans call for extensions of the pave
ment south on Fifth and Sixth streets
to the city limits, affording pleasant
inlets to the city from an agricul-
tural district from which comes large
trade.
City Engineer Burke will now be
authorized to perfect the survey for
the extension of the pavement on
Main street eastward to the Dogwood
Imperial Valley press., 1914-01-30
Trial Julies Discussed.
Omitted Press Day Service,

q
New York, Jan 3O.-"The Deterio-
ration of the Trial Jury" was the prin-
cipal topic scheduled for discussion
at the thirty-seventh annual meeting
of the New York State Bar Associ-
alton, which today opened two days
session. Former Judge A. T. Clear
water read paper on this subject,
in which the defects of the system
were pointed out, especially those
which arise during criminal trials.
Former Judge Alton B. Parker, once
Democratic candidate for president of
the United States, presided. The an
nual address was to be delivered at
Carnegie hall by former Chief Justice
Cullen of the Court of Appeals. Other
subjects of discussion will be "Trial of
Impeachments" and "Workmen's Com
pensation." A paper on "Some Fea-
lures of the Income Tax Law" by
Congressman Cordeli Hull of Tennes-
see and reports from various standing
and special committees are scheduled
The convention will close with din
ner in honor of former Chief Judge
Cullen at the Hotel Astor tomorrow
night. Former Judge Parker will pre-
side and there will be many notable
speakers present. The officers of the
association are: Judge Parker, presi-
dent; Frederick E. Wadhams, secre-
tary, and Albert Hessberg, treasurer
Imperial Valley press., 1914-01-30
Saved Many Lives.
Omitted Press Day Service)

Omitted Press Day Servce)
Chicago, Jan. 30.-Barefoot, in he1
night dress, Mrs. William Massove1
ran from top to bottom of fve-story
apartment house, pressing electric
buttons and warning occupants the
building was on fire. The firemen car
ried many to safety. Two women and
one baby are unaccounted for, but are
believed to have escaped. No bodies
were found in the ruins. Three fire.
men were hurt. The firemen say the
woman saved scores of lives. The loss
is 100000.
Imperial Valley press., 1914-01-30
CharltGn's Trial Delayed.
Omitted Press Day Service)

Lake ONO, Italy, Jan. 30.-The trial
OF Porter Charlton, American, for wife
murder, was postponed today until
June, the judges tribunal ordering a
minute investigation of Mrs. Charl-
toms mental, moral and physical con-
dition at the time of her death.
1t is understood the postponement
is due to the fact the court believes
in Charlton's declaration that his wife
was abnormal and possessed dual ma
ture. Sensational revelations are eX-
pected from the investigation. Public
sentiment is with Charlton.
Imperial Valley press., 1914-01-30
By +. W. Waite, Horticultural Com
missioner.


In the year 1902 a few cotton plants
were grown at Calexico; in the year
1904 there were small paintings of cot
ton by farmers who believed in the
Imperial valley as cotton producing
section. These paintings, in an eX-
perimental way, were carried on each
year for four years. During this time
it was not possible to interest farm
ers in the planting of cotton in COM
mercial quantities, as cantaloupes were
demanding their attention on account
of the possible profits of the latter.
In 1909 cotton was grown in COM
mercial way. The farmers signed up
to plant about 1900 acres. Plans were
made to erect gin. Many acres were
not cared for after planting, which
brought the yield down per acre,
there being only $50 bales ginned.
However, the results were so salts
factory that cotton growing was per-
manently established in Imperial
county, the acreage being increased
during the following years, gins con-
structed in several towns. Also cot
tonseed oil mill was built to convert
the seed into oil and meal, the latter
being used here to fatten cattle with
good results.
The acreage in 1910 was increased
about eight times over the preceding
year, as there was considerable enthu
siasm as to the possible profits in cot
ton culture in the valley. Many went
into the business without previous ex-
perience, undertaking too large an
acreage, the results being somewhat
disappointing. The yield was low, as
only about 1000 bales were ginned.
The results to those who knew how
and others gaining by experience still
being encouraged, the planting in the
year 1911 was increased to about 12,-
900 acres, enthusiasm still running
high. Many entered the business with
cut experience. However, the final re-
suits were an improvement over the
year 1910, as about 5000 bales were
ginned.
In 1912 the acreage was reduced to
quite an extent, $3.50 acres being
planted. The results were much more
satisfactory, as 1920 bales were
ginned, which brought the yield per
acre very high, resulting from the fact
that those new to the business had
been making progress and all the
growers acquiring experience at cot
ton growing, under the conditions here
existing, and the result was great
advancement, the record showing for
itself.
During the season of 1918, just clos
ing, there were $4,000 acres planted
in the valley, including the delta
across the line in Lower California
(Mexican territory. On account of
shortage of water in some localities
and labor conditions not being entire
ly adequate, also few inexperienced
enthusiasts, there We're about 1880
acres actually picked The following
is the number of bales ginned at the
several stations, as furnished by the
Imperial Valley Oil & Cotton Company
To the date of Ian "a 1914.
Imperial Valley press., 1914-01-30

UdlCS.
During the several seasons past
there have been few failures, num-
ber of partial failures and many sue
cesses-the same condition that eX-
lists in all lines of enterprise. The
failures We're mostly due to poor con-
dition of ground for irrigation and
lack of experience.
The first bale of cotton ginned in
the season of 1918 was at CaleXico,
July %. The cotton was grown on
the second year volunteer and still
picking, which proves that we do have
a long picking season. Continuous
sunshine is the reason.
Cotton being sun plant, the eli
matte conditions are all that could
be desired-practically no rain, ample
water for irrigation, warm nights,
sunlight and heat-all that seems
necessary to produce the maximum
yield, for those that know how.
AS to being free from all insect
pests, it may be true now, but this
office takes the stand with men of
knowledge and experience along this
line, that it is possible and probable
that the insect will thrive where the
host plant lives, therefore we do not
want to take any chances, so we are
Imperial Valley press., 1914-01-30
Boxers at Cleveland.

Omitted Press Day Service)
Cleveland, Jan. 30.-Seven amateur
boxers, the best st. Louis can boast
of, arrived here today, prepared to
meet a coterie of Cleveland amateurs
at the Cleveland Athletic Club tonight.
This is the fifth inter-club contest
held here this season. There will be
seven classes, ranging from 1OS
pounds to 100.
Imperial Valley press., 1914-01-30
In Jury's Hands.
Omitted Press Day Service)

TUHTttU Day
Los Angeles, Jan. 30.-The case of
Lewis Bundy, aged 10, slayer of Har-
old Zeische, aged Is, went to the jury
today. The states attorney demand
ed the death penalty, on the ground
that the crime was premeditated and
inhuman. The defense asked for Sec
ond degree, alleging insanity from Gig
arettes and over-indulgence in alco-
holics.
Imperial Valley press., 1914-01-30
State Law Upheld.
Omitted Press Day Service)

Kansas City, Jan. 30.-Federal
Judge Mcpherson has dismissed the
injunctions restraining Missouri from
putting into effect it's 2-cent fare law
and preventing Attorney General
Barker from suing for $24,000,00O
overcharges which, he alleges, the
railroads made while the law was in
litigation. 1t is understood Barker
will begin suits Immediately in the
state courts.
Imperial Valley press., 1914-01-30
Portland Given Hearing.
Omitted Press Day Service)

Portland, Jan. 30.-Bankers and
representative business men of Oregon
and southwestern Washington ap-
peared today before Secretaries Nc
Adoo and Houston to argue for re-
gional bank for Portland. The hear
ing here is expected to be concluded
this afternoon, after which the COM
mittee will leave for San Francisco.
Imperial Valley press., 1914-01-30
More Frost Tonight.
Omitted Press Day

Omitted Press Day Service)
Los Angeles, Jan. 30.-The local
weather prediction is: Fair tonight and
Saturday; frost tomorrow and light
north winds.
The frost warnings are renewed and
smudging in exposed places is advised.
Imperial Valley press., 1914-01-30
Charley White VS.. Battling Schultz

(United rress Day Service)
Toledo, Jan. 30.-Charley White and
Battling Schultz meet here tonight at
Abe Shapiros' club. Both men, ac-
cording to their managers, are in fine
shape. Betting favors White.
Imperial Valley press., 1914-01-30
Saloon Question
In San Bernardino
Omitted Press Day Service)

San Bernardino, Jan. 30.-This city
is voting on the liquor question to-
day. The "drys" are active after a
vigilant campaign and the "wets" ap-
pear sanguine. The ''drys" are MAX
ing charges of fraudulent registra-
tions, following the issuance of eight
warrants yesterday at their instance.
They threaten arrests today.
Imperial Valley press., 1914-01-30
(United Press Day Servo e.

New York, Jan. 3O-Forty- seven
people are unaccounted for today, fol-
lowing the loss at LAO this morning
of the Old Dominion Line steamship
Monroe off the southern coast of Del
aware and Maryland. 1t was in col
lision with the Merchants and Min
ers' Line steamship Nantucket. The
Monroe carried full complement of
lifeboats and RATS, and therefore
many may be saved, but it is feared
the majority went down with the
ship.
Wireless messages say the Nan
tucket picked up eighty-fve of the
Monroe's company, including Captain
Johnson. The liner Hamilton is stand
ing by. The cutter Oscadaga and sew
eral tugs are rushing to the scene of the
disaster. The collision was in a dense
fog. The Monroe was cut almost in
half and sank within twenty minutes.
The Nantucket was badly crumpled
and is taking in water, but is be-
lieved to be safe. Both ships are
from Boston.
Norfolk, Va, Jan. 30.-The Domin-
ion Line officers place the loss at AZ
persons, saved at SS, in the Monroe
disaster. Of the saved, 81 were pas
sengers and 55 crew. Of the lost,
23 were passengers and "a crew. The
first wireless call for aid was re-
ceived this morning from both ships.
The cutter Onondaga replied: "Where
are you? We will come" There was
long delay without reply, when the
Nantucket gave the position, saying
the Monroe had sunk. Fog interfered
with the wireless service.
The survivors are expected here
this afternoon. A message has been
received from Superintendent George
tion service, to have them detained
until he has reached Norfolk for in
vestigation. ea
The Nantucket, with the survivors,
arrived at 2:30 this afternoon. None
of the passengers were clad. The wom
en- wore night dresses and major
ity of the men were in pajamas. AS
the ship touched the wharf, Federal
Industrial Commissioner James O'Con-
nor, who was picked up in his under
clothes, rushed down the gang plank
searching for a phone to inform his
wife in Washington of his safety.
A majority of the survivors are i'll
from shock and exposure and it is
feared five will die.
The Nantucket was steaming at
half-speed with siren sounding
through the fog at half-minute inter-
walls. The Monroe's siren was also
plainly heard, but in the mist the
Nantucket's captain mistook the po-
sition of the other ship. Both Captain
Berry of the Nantucket and Captain
Johnson of the Monroe were on their
respective bridges when the crash
came. Suddenly those on the Nam
utcket's deck saw the Monroe loom
out of the fog, scarcely ships length
away Berry reversed his engines and
tried to pass astern of the other boat.
but too late. The Nantucket's prov
crashed amidships of the Monroe and
crunched its way deep into the doomed
vessels bowels, with it's own bows
smashed. For the time it was wedged
tightly. Instantly the latter's power
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