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KOEBELE, BUGS AND LELONG. All Are Endorsed by the Fruit- Growers' Convention. Resolutions Which Knock Ont the Combination. The Proceeding* ef the Convention Yes terday— Numerous Papers Read. Nationalization or the Hull i0.»,1s Postponed. The Stato Fruit Growers' convention assembled yesterday morning at 0:30 and was called to order by Vice-Presi dent Abbott Kinney. The secretary read the following reso lution?, relative to the death of Hon. W. T. Coleman, and they were unanimously adopted by the convention: Whereas, It has pleased tbe Almighty to take from our midst one trho has been identified with tbe progress, not only of the frr.it interests, but in all natters relative to the welfare of this coast, and Whereas, By the death of the Hon. Wm. T. Coleman, California haa lost one of its beet and moat prominept citi zens, therefore be it Keaolved, That we, the fruit grow ers of California, in convention assem bled, tender our heartfelt Bympathy and condolence to tbe family of the de ceased ; Resolved that a copy of these resolu tions be >ent to the family of the de ceased, and published in the daily papers. A PORTRAIT FRKSIGNTATION. Vice-President G. J. Griffith then ad dressed the convention aa follows: "On behalf of many fruit growers in Southern California, I take pleasure in presenting to tbe state board of horti culture thia framed picture of Mr. Al bert Koebele. It is but an humble token of onr high regard for tbe untiring work of this board in our interests ; be sides, it ia eminently proper to prove Start, although abaent, modest Mr. Koe bele is not forgotten by the horticultur ists in this part of the state who believe him to be considering avocation and past efforts the greatest genius of mod ern times." ' Mr. Lelong responded to tbe presen tation, referring to tbe cottony cuahion scale and tbe labors of Prof. Koeble in the fight against the insects. He apoke of his second viait to Austra lia and bis finding parisitic insects which have done much and from which much is expected. He gracefully referred to the pleasure it gave tbe etate board of horticulture to accept the portrait, and regretted that President Elwood Cooper waa too ill to be preeent and accept the gift for the board. OMVES WITHOUT WATER, Mr. Calkins of Pomona exhibited to the convention a sample of olives grown in that section without irrigation, and be waa asked numeroua questions about the growth of the trees. MR. CRAW'S PAPER. An interesting paper by Mr. Alexan der Craw, quarantine officer ol tbe etate board of borticultnre, was then read by tbe secretary. Its subject was The Best Means to Secure Effective Quaran tine Against the Introduction into the State of Foreign Tree Pests and Dis eases. Mr. Craw described < the gradual growth of tbe fruit business in this state, and the freedom for many years of tbe frnit trees from pests, owing to tbe immense expense of foreign impor tations, healthy home grown stock be ing principally need. He then showed how, npon the ad vent of tbe railroad, the state wae flooded with trees from all over the globe, and the rapid growth of insect pests. The destruction wrought by them soon forced itself upon tbe attention of frnit growers, and tbe outgrowth of this was the organization of the etate board of agriculture, witb its qnarantine officer, county horticultural commis sioners and local inspectors, whose duties are twofold — preventive and curative. Tbe writer said that -vliile enormous sumß ol money and endless labor have been expended in the contest with the pests, they bad only succeeded in pre venting their too rapid increase, and hardly that, and are far from extermi nating tbem, with all their labors, aided by all known artificial remedies; but the preventive labors have been so effective that he believed bat one new pest had found its way into our state since the passage and enforcement of tbe quarantine laws. To those who knew by hard experi ence Mr. Craw said he need not enlarge upon tbe necessity of the strictest quar antine laws. There were yet numerous insect enemies and fungus diseases that have not succeeded iv effecting an en trance in this state. Fruit, trees, shrubs, plants and seeds •re now being imported from tbe east, Europe, Australia, China, Japan, the South Sea Islands, Sonth and Central American, aud nearly all other coun tries, and eternal vigilance is tbe price of success. If the just reward for wbich the fruit grower labors is to be reaped, effective measures must be taken to keep out the destructive agencies not yet here and stamp out those already here. Mr. Craw called attention to the de fects in the present laws regulating quarantine, and advised the adoption of measures by wbich the neglect or refusal on the part of importers or consignees of trees and piantß to notify the local inspector of tbe district in which they are imported, of their arrival, could be accompanied by a penalty. • He quoted from the laws in force in the Cape Colony country, and said that great assistance could also be rendered by tbe erection of fumigating houses at different railroad depots, such of tbem as receive shipments of fruit trees and fruit packages. Some of the counties had passed quar antine ordinances. So far as these were supplemental to.the state law they were good, bat as tbe state law covers tbe ground, Mr. Craw thought the inspect ors should operate under the provisions. After reviewing the points raised in the Tahiti case decided by Judge Mc- Ktnley of this city, Mr. Craw concluded by saying it would be well to secure the paeßageof a federal quarantine law, and fruit growers should labor to that end. Both in state and nation every precau tionary measure possible should be taken to prevent the introduction of new troubles. Laws to effectually bar the entrance of new pests and leave us to *ork out the problem of getting rid of tnose we already have. Now therefore, it is the sense of the committee that the board should con tinue its experiments in such line, and that it should, receive the support of every induHtrial interest of the atate, ao intimately connected with the prosptr ity of horticulture. To this end this convention earnestly requests the legislature at its next ses sion to appropriate a sufficient sum of money, not lesß than $10,000, to be ex pended in the discovery and importation of parasitic insects beneficial to horti culture into this state, and that the law provide that the importation and cul ture of Buch insects and the expendi ture of euch Bum of money be confided to the care of the state board of horti culture. The conventio- spent the remainder of the morning session in discussing a claim of Messrs. Young & Powers of San Francisco for legal services in draft ing the present i horticulture law under which the otate ia now acting, and ap pearing a number of timea before tbe legislative committees. The claim is for about $000, and baa come up regu larly before each convention for several years past. Receaa until 1:30 o'clock. Afternoon Session. "Tbe convention will please come to order," aaid Mr. Abbott Kinney, at 1:35 p. m. "The first business before the meeting ia tbe report of the committee on resolutions." Mr. G. J. Griffith then arose and stated that the resolution of Mr. Keath filled all requirements and be moved its adoption. The resolution wae then read and on the vote waa unanimously carried. The President, I have several tele grama on the deak which I would like to dispose of." The names of the gentle men were called, after which the chair announced that a paper on Irrigation by lames Boyd of Riveraide waa next on tbe programme. Mr. Boyd was not present. It was moved and carried that the convention go right ahead with the pro gramme and not wait for the derelict paper. Prof. E. W. Hilgard of tbe state uni versity waa announced for a paper upon Fruite and Sales of the Arid Regions. The professor waa received witb much applause and proceeded to the platform. He ia an elderly man with a decidedly German accent and waa very nervoua, but waa closely followed by hia audience through hie aridly acientific addrees. He declared that the greatest civiliza tions of the world have been located in arid regions. The professor then diew attention to several charts displayed up on tbe boxes. The charta contained the results of hia inveatigationa, exam inion of the coil of the humid regions and the arid. Tbe - potash waa about one-third in quantity in tbe former re gion that in the latter. There are 12 timee aa much here in the arid regiona ac in the humid regiona. In the humid regiona lime and potash has been used as fertilizers. It has aleo been tried in this section, and unless the lime con tained some ether quality ie waa prac tically useless. Witb potash it ia about the same. After a brief comparison of the two regions be referred to the belief in the southern states that a limestone country waa a rich one. This was true with few exceptions. The same might be aaid of the vast arid regions which also contained thia lime in its soil. There has been but few investigations of tbe landa of Egypt, India and other placea. He had lately called the attention of the Austrian government to the fertility of the arid regions of Hungary. The alkali waa then treated. It waa declared to be tbe aame in India, Egypt and Hungary. He remarked that if they could subdue the effects of the sodium salts in tbe alkali they would have the richest region in the wojAd. He then proceeded to give a mass ofTOi tistios about the averages of certain qualities m tbe fruits of this country and the European. It developed tbe fact that tbe fruits of California pos sessed more sugar than tbe European, while toe fruits of the latter posses.- I more acid than those of tbe former. With the exception of tbe orange the fruits of California also posaeea a greater quantity of meat substance than the European. With the orange, how ever, it is the reverse; why, the speaker waa unable to state. Tbe professor stated that they were inveetigating all of the facts with a view to giving them to the fruit growers and horticulturists. They could not, however, answer single questions that were put to them. Frequently he received a tbimblefuil of soil and waa aaked for an analysis, aud also what should be planted upon it and what variety aa well. The depth, surface soil, or anything waa cent ex cept tbe soil, and they were expected to give all of the facts from this meagre item. Reference was made to tbe black knot. There were three kinds, and they were cauaed first by wounds, second by worma, and third supposedly by bacte ria. Of the last variety he knew but lit tle. It was very mysterious and they bad received but very few specimen's for examination. "I desire to ask, professor," said Mr. Tilden, "if it is not possible that the main board can order its agents through the state to collect those knots and send them to the headquarters in order that they may be investigated?" "Well." replied'tbe speaker, "they are supposed to collect specimens, but they are kept very busy with their work." "Well, they don't seem to be very busy and are always ready to talk to ub by the entire day. If they cannot dig up the knot we will furnish it to them and give them tbem their lunches be sides while they wait. [Laughter.) "The agents are not scientific men and are merely gardeners. The best thing in my opinion is for tbe growers to send the specimens of knot to us ac companied with a detailed history of the growth in order that we may be able to more exactly conduct tbe examina tion. Our agents cannot get this neces sary history, and it would greatly facili tate matters if a full history was sent us. "Can't these facts be given to the agents," asked Mr. Tilden to the dis comfiture of Prof. Hilgard. At the conclusion of the reading of the papers it was discussed quite gener ally by the convention. Prof. Hilgard of the state univerßitv agreed heartily with the suggestions of Mr. Craw, and said they appealed to all fruit growers and good citizens, who recognized their thoughtfulness and value. Mr. Berry of Tulare county spoke at some length about the difficulty of keep ing out pests by interstate and county communication. He thought there should be efforts by the state board to eradicate not ouly the peats of tbe citrus fruitß hut of all other fruita as well. PARASITES ENDORSED. Judge Heath of Santa Barbara of fered the following resolution which was referred to the committee on resolu tions, they to report at the afternoon suasion: Whereas, It is now apparent that the LOS ANGELES HERALD: FRIDAY MORNING. NOVEMBER 24. 1893. beat method of overcoming the various ineects, scale ami otherwiae so detri mental to horticulture, ia by tbe intro duction of parasites; and, Whereas, The efforts of the state board of horticulture co far, in tbe in troduction Irom foreign countries of such parasite have been crowned with signal success. Mr. C. J. Berry, a commissioner of Tnlare county, arose and said : ' "I do now atate most emphatically that hereafter I will act aa an agent for my district to collect these specimens of knot and the history for the profeasora. They have repeatedly etated that 'hey wanted to conduct an examination and now I propoße to give them the chance. I am tired of having them give the same old excuse of not having received any epecimena or facta from the growers. Now Mr. Secretary I want you to take down my name and put me on record in regard to thia matter." Mr. Berry'a emphatic remarks were received with great, applause and Mr. Tilden seconded him. The chair sug gested that if the gentleman would wait until the professor had concluded bis ad dreas it woold heip conaiderably. Professor Hilgard beamed a grateful smile upon Mr. Kinney and proceeded to reply to the gentlemen. He aaid that they muat have facts in making tbe experiments. TJnleeß these facta were Bent tney could do nothing as they worked upon facta and based their conclusions on facts. He did not desire to be hauled over the coala when they were unable to give the facta concerning their deeired investigation, when the necessary facts had not been received. This fanlt lay witb the grower and the speaker did not think that the blame should be thrust upon the professors at the central station. Mr. Williams, a commissioner of San Diego county, wanted to know if the black knot, or rather root knot, was contagious, and how it could be ascer tained ao ac tr) know when to quarantine and when to destroy? Tbe professor replied that it was contagious. Mr. Lelong then proceeded to give the result of extensive experiments he had made in grafting the knots to perfect trees. He had found that none of tbe trees had taken this knot. It was of course poesible that there waa some sea son during the year when the disease waß contagions; bad not as yet been able to conduct a very close or satis factory search. failed to send many samples for examin ation. Mr. Maslin wanted to know whether the black knot on grape vines waa alwayn caused by wounds? Tbe pro fessor replied that it wae ao. He had never Been any that bad not been caused by bore or insect wounds. During tbe conree of Mr. Lelong'a talk Professor Hilgard made hie escape to the rear of the stage and wae not called npou only a few times later dur ing tbe session. Mr. Boyd of Riverside took exception to Professor Hilgard's statement in re gard to the soil of Riverside, and spoke briefly. Mr. Lelong asked Mr. Bogae and Mr. Stabler to tell the convention the result of hia inoculation of certain orchards. Tbia tbe gentleman was nnable to do, and Mr. Scott Chapman was introduced to speak upon some practical experi ences in orchard fertilization. He spoke without notes and was listened to attentively. He told of the various processes he had need in bis orchards, which had been accompanied by gener ally eatiefactoiv reaults. He was followed by Prof. S. M. Wood bridge, who epoke upon Irrigation and Fertilization. The professor delivered rather • flowery and elauwato introduc tion, and in fact permeated his entire talk with rhetorical effusions. After these subjects had been treated a gen eral discussion waa held about the gnm and root diseases. There was a lively talk between Mr. Boyd and Mr. Sprague, but finally matters were adjusted by Mr. Adams, wbo offered the following resolution in regard to the claim of Yonng and Powers of San Francisco against the horticultural commissioners for legal services: Resolved, That this convention, rep resenting more directly than any other body tbe horticultural interests of Cali fornia, acknowledges the indebtedness of that interest for money honestly and neceasarily expended in its behalf in promoting legislation for the protection of our orchards from predaceous insects. That the money is due for professional services rendered by persons not them selves horticulturaliat in determining really intricate questions of constitu tional law, and repeatedly urging the same before legislative committees in our behalf. That the value of the services ren dered is made evident from the laet that law enacted in our interest was promptly contested in tbe courts and 'sustained by them, thus proving the soundness of the legal advice given as the result of which we for the first time have legal means of protecting the community from the consequences of individual ne glect and indifference. That our representatives, acting in our interest and at our request, have now been personally sued for tbe liabil ities incurred for the horticultural in terest in the exercise of their discretion; that the sum due and for which our rep resentatives have been sued, is $600, which is a compromise amount for which the claim can be now settled, and Resolved, further, That Mr. Lelong be, and is hereby, appointed a commit tee of one to collect, in behalf of this convention, from the fruit growers of the state the sum aboved stated, to be due with cost of postage, printing and clerical assistance added. The resolution was passed. Mr. Grif fith, who had assumed the chair, then spoke in behalf of the entertainment committee. Excursions to Indio by the Southern Pacific ronte, over the kite shaped track of the Santa Fe route and up the Mt. Lowe railroad were offered. The codvention was also invited by tbe committee to a carriage drive throngb the city and Pasadena today. Mr. Le long made the announcement that ow ing to the opera house having been rented for Friday afternoon, through some mistake, the convention would ad journ without day today at noon. A recess until the evening was taken. Night Session. There waa plenty of action in the evening session, but after diverse rum blings and clashings tbe dark clouds of discord finally passed away and w bite winged peace smiled upon tbe meeting from a front seat in the peanut gallery. As had been anticipated, the intro duction of Mr. Berwick's resolution favoring the nationalization of railroads was the cause of a row. The point in question singularly waa not in tbe reso lution itself, but was tbe motion of Mr. Maslin to lay it upon the table before there bad been any discusaion upon its merits. Rather energetic speeches were made by Mr. Fowler of Fresno and Mr. Spr&gue, directed principally to Mr. Mußlin's motion. A good portion was also applied to Mr. Maslin aa well, who finally withdrew hie motion. Singular ly enough, however, Mr. Sprague then moved that action upon tbe resolution he made a special order of business for discussion at the next session of the convention, which meets in one year. This motion waa carried by one vote. The bug controversy was also settled Htnicahiv. by a resolution which follows: Mr. Lelong called the meeting to order at 7:30 and occupied tbe chair until the arrival of Mr. J. J. Griffith. Mr. Boyd'a paper on Irrigntion was announced as tbe first number upon the programme, and it was read by the sec retary. The paper briefly introduced irrigation, speaking of its having been used by the ancient civilizations. The reason for this was that the people for self-protection were forced to dwell to gether, and as a result the land was taxed to its utmost to produce for them, and irrigation was called into requisi tion. The modern application of irriga tion was aleo dwelt upon, aa were the wonderful resnlte to be accomplished by it. After a short discussion Mr. Griffith stated that there were several resolutions to be presented. The first read by the secretary was one presented by Mr. S. K. Snow of Tus tin in regard to the state horticultural commission. It reads as fol'owa: Whereas, A studied and unwarranted attack has been ma r !e upon the etate board of horticulture, and particularly upon its preaident and secretary, by certain persona whu by correspondence and otherwise seek to convey the im pressions that the fruit growers of thia section of the state are inimical to the board -and its officers; therefore be it Reaolved, That this convention of fruit growers dep'.ore the tbe effort made to disturb the harmony which has here tofore (xißted between the board and tbe fruitgrowers, and between the dif ferent sections of the etate; that this convention emphatically denies that any antagonism exiata between tbe board and the frnit growers of thia state, or any section thereof, but on the contrary declares its entire confidence in the integrity of the members of the board, in their knowledge af horticulture and in tbe impartiality with which they have discharged onerous duties; that tbia convention sinoerely commends the board, and especially the preaident and aecretary, for tbe untiring zeul dis played by them in foßtering every inter est of horticulture confided to their care, and that for the successful introduction of various parasitic insects into the state they deserve the lasting gratitude of tbe people of the state. G. J. GRIFFITh, Chairman. Henry Brainakd, A. S. Chapman, J. J. Pratt. On motion of Mr. Adams the resolu tion was carried unanimously. Mr. Berwick's resolution in regard to the Nicaragua canal was next read, and after some discussion was amended in its original form and adopted as follows: Resolved, That this convention of California horticulturists coneidere that the interests of the whole Pacific coast and of the entire American nation de mand the immediate construction by tbe United statea government of the Nicar agua canal. HERE IS WHERE THEY FOUGHT, Then came tbe chief advertisement of the entire session. It was caused by the introduction of Mr. Berwick's second motion regarding the nationalization of tbe railroads. The resolution was as fol lows : Resolved, That this California state convention of horticulturists assembled at Los Angeles thia 23d day of Novem ber, 1893, believes that the beet interests of California horticulturists and of the American nation demand the national ization of American railroads. Mr. Berwick arose as soon as tbe sec retary bad finished reading hie resolu tion and spoke briefly in favor of its adoption. He sat down. Then tbe fun commenced. Nearly every one involuntarily tamed toward Mr. Maslin, who was seated in one of the logos to the right of the stage. Mr. Maslin was ready and proceeded to speak in opposition to Mr. Berwick's resolution. MR. MASLIN OOBS FOR IT. "Mr. Chairman," he said, "I desire to make a motion in regard to Mr. Ber wick's resolution. I frequently have made motions which have been unkindly taken by my opponents. I desire to say that it is not my wish to say anything tbe least unkindly to the gentleman who made tbe motion, and I hope he will not take my remarks as personal. "This is one of the most profound questions that has ever been presented to the people of the United States. We have not yet begun to think of this question, but we are here to discuss questions with which we are acquainted. It is fruit growing of which we are here to talk, and judging from the discussions today we do not seem to know as much as we might. But when this question of tbe nationalization of railroads is brought before the convention it intro duces discordant elements. It is more over a political question and is likely to disturb the harmony of the convention. The question does not lie within the office of the meeting to decide. "Furthermore it is a question of which a vast majority of us know but little and have given but little thought to, and whenever the convention goes out of ita office, as it will do in this matter, a great mistake is made. Tbe question is not ono that is tbe concern of this body." "It is tne interest of every fruitgrower <\ The Only One that's imitated, among all washing com pounds, is Pearline. That is because it is tbe ori S mal > tne most P°P u i a r> and /jk V h \ Peddlers and some grocers will tell /—V V J h \ you that this thing or that thing is i* /j. "the same as" or "as good as" Pearl \> \ U ine—whatbetterrecommendation "\\, n y/\ \ ? f"\, do you want for Pearline r y~K \/ hNi 1J $5/ Qj They tell you this because /\S\V Ii W rvv-v ie ppsa > s them better to \Xv h\ \ x V2 li\ scli these " same ' A ii\ iv /JvS M stiiffs - Buthowwill Jt p a > lA\ fj [ jA* ly you to use them? Any sav -7/1 // J ? ingthattheycanofferyou, h\ \I // f f\\\ J\ * n prizes or prices, can be l) VV v (<r)*4 ,r oniy nomma *? The l° ss I Yl/v In linens > flannels, U/ muslins, etc., can be large. ALWAYS send back imitations. 308 JAMES PYLE, New York. to get cheaper transportation," inter rupted Mr. Fowler of Fresno. "Yes," rejoined Mr. Maslin, "and so it ia t», the interests of the growers to encourage Mormonism, because more children more fruit." TUB FIRST POINT OF ORDKR. "I ariee to a point of order," inter rupted Mr. Sprague; "the gentleman has been talking for some time here about making a motion, and he has not done so." • I'll do so in a moment." "Well, make your motion." "I'll make it right now, then, to sat isfy you, air. Mr. Preeident, I move that the resolution he ia'd m the table " Thia was eeconded, and instantly Mr. Berwick waa on hia feet to reply to Mr. Maßlin. He waa interrupted by Mr. Sprague, who arose to another point of order. "Mr. Chairman, these gentlemen are talking before the motion has been put to the house. I call for the motion." "Well," replied Mr. Griffith, "the chair has hardly had enough time." ASTICR MR. MASLIN. Amid calls for tbe question Mr. Sprague's point of order wae carried out, and Mr. Fowler took tbe floor. He denied moat emphatically tbe statement of Mr. Maßlin that the ques tion was not one of concern and import ance to all in the convention. He also decried hia statement that the fruit growers preeeut were not sufficiently well informed upon the question to take action. "I arise to a point of order," inter rupted Mr. Maslij. "I he gentleman ia Bpeaking against the motion to lay on the table, and he is not in order." MR. MASLIN GETS IT AGAIN. Mr. Sprague then took a hand in the discussion. "The gentleman (Mr. Mae lin)," he aaid, "haß apoken all that he desired against the adoption of Mr. Ber wick's resolution, and now be wants the rest of us to keep qtret. It is very kind of him indeed, but I for one propose to Bpeak out about it. I propose to speak out whether it is against the .Southern Pacific Railroad company or any other corporation, or against any individual who tr •~. to muzzle the expression of convention. Thia question ia one we have the right to diecuaa." "It looka as though Mr. Muslin's de sire in making that motion to tf*h;e w I to prevent the rest of us from discuaeing the resolution aahi Mr. Fjwler." "You do me injuatice, Bir," replied Mr. Maslin most emphatically. "It is not true." '•Well, eir; if I have done you a wrong I regret it. But I know of no reason why thia cannot be discussed. He may be abie to uriug in tbo ruteß of the house of representatives, or even of Cuabing, and by a technicality prevent the discussion. But I think that we have the right to adopt our own rules. I am opposed to gag law." MASLIN WITHDRAWS HIS MOTION. Mr. Rowley offered tome figures in regard to the railroads, but was inter rupted by Mr. Maslin, who withdrew hiß motion to table. "I made the motion in good faith," he said, "and I feel pained that my mo tives have been misunderstood by those present." THE MATTER FINALLY TABLED. "Mr. President," said Mr. Sprague, "as this is a most important question and we will scarcely sufficient time re maining this evening to diacuss it, I move that its discussion be made a special order of business at tbe next eeeßion of the convention." This was put to a verbal vote but Mr. ■Berwick called for a division. The ayes arose and were counted by Mr. Lelong. who announced 28 affirma tives. Tbe noes were then counted and cred ited with 23 votes. "Did you count those four gentlemen standing in tbe rear of the room," asked one of the 23. "No!" replied Mr. Lelong, "I counted them with tbe affirmative, but not with the negatives." "Well! they were standing with us too," was the reply. Another count was made and resulted in Mr. Spragus's motion being carried by a vote of 30 to 35. Mr. Berwick arose to move for a re consideration this evening. He was asked by Mr. Maslin if he had voted with tbe affirmative. "No," replied tbe Monterey gentle man, "I did not, most emphatically." "Well, then, you cannot move for a reconsideration," rejoined the impertnr able Mr. Maslin. A paper upon Forestry by Abbott Kinney was then read by the secretary. A short discussion on this subject was held, after which tbe rest of the session was devoted to a talk upon pecans, Judge Heath and Prof. Hilgard taking a prominent part. After several announcements, the con vention adjourned at 10 o'clock until 9 :30 this morning. 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J J A Pamphlet, "How to Obtain Patents,'' with \ 5 cost of same in the U. and foreign countries'? Jsent free. Address, 2 ?C.A.SNOW&CO.; ? Opp. Patent Office. Washington, D. c. t * - i> » -\-«ni ». » -%*4-> 4 X'-Vta^Bi'W THE BASKET^ IMPORTED Wines, Liquors and Cigars, 719 N. ALAMEDA ST. JEAN RAPPET, Prop'r. Telephone 187, 10-25 R. W. PRIDHAM, BUM BOOKS AND PAPER BOXES. REMOVED TO 110 AND 112 N. LOS ANGELES STREET NEAR FIRST. TEL. 043. 7-15 ly LAND FOR SALE. BY THE LOT OR AORP. in Co'sroi-e, ('a hueuga vallej, a \vcM"in suburb ct Los ACge .es, on the L. A. & p. it. R, No place like it lor a home. Location beauttlu: The best o! soil, water, climate, acenery, ami frosile-r. Go and see lor yourself; .a short drive out; or, • « the Cahuenga dummy railroad. For further information apply to C. COLK, 232 N. Main street, Los Angeles, or tobEVVARU > n..f. L , atuolegrovo. 11-19 tf i I \it WONG HIM. who has practiced mcdi I " cine In Loa Angelea for 18 years, and whose office ia at 039 Upper Main street, will treat by medicineman diseases of women, man and children. The doctor claims that he has remedies that are superior to all othera as a specific lor troubles of women ami men, A trial alone will convince the sick that Dr. w ong Him's remedies are more efflcacloua than can be prescribed. Dr. Wong Him la a Ohinero physician of prominence and a gentleman or responsibility. His reputation ia more thani well established, and all persons needing his* services can rely upon his skill and ability. A cure is guaranteed in every case in which a re- covery is possible. Herb medicines forsale. DR. WONG HIM HERB DOOTOR 639 Upper Main Street, Los Angeles Los Anueles. Cal., June 17, 1839. To the PuiiLic: lhave been suffering with piles aud kidney trouble for over five years, end have tried several remedies, but all failed, to relieve me. A short time since I tried DB>. .■ling Him, 639 Upper Main street, and I am now weil aud strong, and consider him a first clasß doctor. Yours truly. W. H, HILLYEE. i 235 S. Hill St., Los Angeles, Cal. Los Angeles, June 9, 1893. To the Public: For over five years I have betn tioubled with nervous Bick-headache and 1 liver rompiaint. I didn't seem to find any help from the many doctors and medicines that I tried until I tried Dr. vt ong Him, 039 Uppeß. Main street. lam now welt. Yours truly, x MISS M. 0. BBOUK, 48 llinn,n aye., Los Aagele.", Cal, LOST MANHOOD Easily, Quickly and Permanently Restored. Celebrated English Rihidt tX ER VI A. dftm\ It is Bold on a positive JH 1 guaruntoe to cure any am WW form of nervous pros- w trationor any disorder 1 cf tbe genital organs of Before- *»y excossive uso of After* ' Tobacco, Alcobol or Opium, or on account, of youthful indiscretion or over indulgence etc., ' Convulsions, Wakefulness, Ileadacha* Mental Depression, Softening oa the Brain, Weak Memory. Hiring Down Pains. Seminal Weakliest, Hysteria. Nocturnal Emissions, Spermatorrhea, Lor-s of Power and Impotenoy, wliicb if neglected* niny b ad Lv premature old age an* insanity. Positivelygiifcrftn.eed. Prir-e. $' ~f' a box: 0 boxoa IK>. Sent by mail on recoil to, price. A written gunrar.t -c fur \it hut* .-'.ilieTerj r order received, to refund tho money it :- permit; v ot cureio not 1 eft :■!,]. NEBVTA MKDICAL CO., Detroit, Mie i l KtiKiiAN at OARPKH, LOa ». Urint **, Kerekhoff-Cuzne* ;iLL AND LUMBER COMPAK7 ! WHOLESALE AND BBTAIi. .tain Office: LOc' A NaKL,KB. 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