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Newspaper
Dispatch Democrat
Location
Ukiah, California, United States of America
Date
Nov 12, 1926
Page
5
The piece argues that California’s GOP dominance makes the primary the real election and notes the national drift toward a new presidential contest with Al Smith a leading contender. It mentions Governor Ritchie, Governor Donahey, Coolidge critics, and potential leaders Lowden Hoover Dawes Borah Johnson, plus praise for John W. Preston and speaker candidate Charles F. Reindollar.
News dispatches from the east say Jerry Tarbot, ex serviceman with memory loss from shell shock, remains not fully identified. He has been linked to Bruce Marpin of New York, but the identification is uncertain. The Santa Rosa and Eureka reports note his dues to Theodore Roosevelt Post and his insistence on seeking identity while continuing to work in New York.
J. C. Reifschneider, owner of the Ukiah Auto Top Shop, has become the local agent for Glassmobile the new material for auto curtains. Glassmobile promises closed car comfort for touring car owners at low cost, is as clear as glass yet nearly indestructible. Reifschneider reports several completed Glassmobile jobs with customers highly satisfied and many inquiries from prospective buyers.
Pete Dellavedona and A J Neil sen were arrested on a trespass complaint sworn by Paul Grothe a northern county rancher and sued ten dollars each by Judge Woodrun of Laytonrville Beth pled guilty.
A European film presents life in Berlin in a seven reel drama created by sociologist Heinrich Zille. The picture portrays conditions in Berlin tenement districts based on Zille's experiences and is said to use an unusual camera style.
The board of supervisors set election officers' compensation at eight dollars each at their session this week. Warrants will be drawn and sent out by Auditor Mathews within a few days.
Fort Bragg scene obituary notes Laren Pullen aged 88 died in Willits. He emigrated from Maine to California in 1880 and was the eldest of a large family. Survived by half sister Anna Babcock of Willits and brothers Gus Pullen of East Mendocino and William of Fort Bragg. Funeral held at Little River Cemetery with Rev Davies officiating.
George Merk of the Ukiah Auto Electric Car agency reports several sales of the new Atwater-Kent radio sets. Buyers include Clarence Cox and A Sanchez of Ukiah Elmer Sweet and W P Hurke of Boonville. Merk notes growing satisfaction and several more sales nearing completion.
The C. Hofman Co store drew 11 Ukiah residents last week with the J. H. N. line of canned foods. Windows featured the color scheme from the labels and the sale spurred activity in other departments, making the event a notable boost for the shop.
John Fenton who was brought from Boonville last week and operated on for a pictured intestine died from peritonitis Saturday morning. The remains were taken to Boonville for interment. Fenton served on the Boonville election board and fell while bringing in a load of wood to replenish the fire for the board.
Mrs James R Elder came back early this week after a visit to San Francisco.
Harry Langdon stars in Tramp Tramp Tramp at the State theatre with supporting players Joan Crawford, Edwards Davis, Alec Francis, Tom Murray and Brooks Benedict. Langdon appears in baby clothes and a cradle as part of the tale described as an original idea he has desired for years.
Fred Thomson stars in F B C’s Lone Hand Saunders with a mystery element and strong climax. Bess Flowers shines as heroine. Billy Butts plays the crippled boy. Frank Hagney is the heavy. Supporting cast includes William Courtright, Bill Dyer and Albert Priscoe.
Debate on how love happens. The Lone Wolf figure meets a powerful romantic moment after gazing into HER eyes. Feature film The Lone Wolf Returns tops the State Theatre lineup next Sunday as the leading attraction.
Priscilla Dean stars in The Speeding Venus a Metropolitan feature at the State Theatre next Tuesday. Written by Welford Beaton it also features Robert Wraser Dale Fuller Johnny Fox Ray Ripley and Charles A Sellon as cast members.
Roy D Arcy plays Count de Sane in The Gay Deceiver with Lew Cody Dor othy Phillips Carmel Myers Marce line Day and Malcolm McGregor in the cast. The stage success film arrives at the State theatre on Wednesday.
The ad urges giving a photograph as a Christmas gift. It invites appointments by phone at number 90 for studio portraits and notes Wagar's Studio is offering the service.
A two day screening of One Minute to Play features Red Grange the Galloping Ghost at the State Theatre. The film showcases his field running and acting skill under Sam Wood's direction with a strong supporting cast and Byron Morgan's story and continuity credit.
Our firm assures thought and action for your family by managing the many necessary funeral details. We relieve you of care worry and responsibility with expert service in this field.
Word from District Attorney Hurley, injured in a recent automobile accident near Hopland, says he is improving. He has been under observation in Santa Rosa for a week with no untoward symptoms and is nearly recovered.
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