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The Daily Californian in Bakersfield, California

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Newspaper

The Daily Californian

Location

Bakersfield, California, United States of America

Date

Dec 22, 1897

Page

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Consternation Among Southern Pacific Conductors Discharged

Four Los Angeles division passenger conductors Perkins Drohan Odell and Coleman were abruptly dismissed after National Surety withdrew bonds. Officials keep causes secret while workers seek an open investigation and grievance hearing, fearing broader layoffs across divisions from Portland to El Paso.

Southern Pacific Company W. D. Perkins al M. Drohan Odell W. D. Coleman Los Angeles Denis Burkhalter Fresno Portland el Paso National Surety Company Perkins Drohan Coleman Order of Fillmore Chronicle

Schillings power of boxing powder offered in San Francisco

A San Francisco ad from Schillings & Company promotes their boxing powder at three quarters price with a money back guarantee from the grocer if the buyer dislikes the product. The pitch emphasizes value and a risk-free purchase.

Schillings Leo

Town debate on incorporation and water system extension

Bakersfield business leaders favor rapid incorporation and extension of the new water system. They note the Southern Pacific depot should stay near Chester Avenue, with possible future electric streetcars, while opposing a Twenty third street depot. Officials warn action is needed within sixty days to influence railroad and depot decisions.

Bakersfield Galtes Chester Avenue Twenty-third Street

Surprise Birthday Party For Daisy Batz And Thomas Eveleth

A Monday evening surprise party for Miss Daisy Batz and Thomas Eveleth was hosted at Miss Batz home by their young friends. The guests surprised the couple who had been away from home and refreshments were served for a jolly evening.

Daisy Batz Thomas Eveleth Miss Batz Master Veleth

Stanford Mandolin and Glee Clubs Share Members

The Stanford Mandolin and Glee Clubs visiting January 16th are closely related with many shared members. Of twenty seven performers, eight are vocalists only, eight are mandolin players, and the rest have both talents.

Stanford Mandolin

British ball promises a grand, unforgettable night

The event should be a pronounced success with the Southern beautifully decorated and promoters determined to make it memorable. Strelitz's orchestra will perform. Meanwhile, the final guardianship account for David Engle, a minor, is settled and allowed. The final account for estate S. L. Pindar is approved and the petition for final distribution granted.

Les Strelitz David Engle S. L. Pindar Finil

Man dismissed in Weed Patch ranch assault case

J. P. Livingston faced Justice Marion's court after an assault with a deadly weapon at a Weed Patch ranch. Prosecutors consented to dismissal as evidence was weak.

J. P. Livingston Marion

Plow accident injures Charles Morgan at Van Stoner farm

Charles Morgan, a teamster driving a plow for Van Stoner, had trouble with his horses when the implement tipped and fell back, catching his left foot and breaking two or three bones. Dr Fergusson was summoned to set the fractures.

Charles Morgan van Stoner Mr. Morgan Dr Fergusson

Mount Whitney Company Insolvent. Assignee Appointed

The Mount Whitney Telephone and Power Company has gone into insolvency and an assignee has been appointed. The property will be sold in Visalia on January 15.

Mount Whitney Telephone and Power Company Visalia

GAVELS PRESENTED TO Bakersfield Lodge No 224

Mr E W Wright presented to Bakersfield Lodge No 224 three rosewood and ivory gavels, each en graved with a silver mounted finish. The ornate items reflect lodge ceremony tradition and recognition.

E. W. Wright Bakersfield Lodge No. 224

Student Hunter Enters State University Under Condition

When Geo. Hunter entered the State University last August he was heavily conditioned, but during the first term has made up all the work he was deficient in excepting Latin.

Geo. Hunter The State University

Concert attendance hits poor note as funds remain low

A city concert last night drew few attendees resulting in only a small amount of money raised. Organizers blamed weather and competing events while promising reviews and future efforts to boost turnout and donations.

Christmas Portraits at Bohemian Studio on 19th Street

First‑class cabinet photos offered at $2 a dozen at the Bohemian studio located on 19th Street near Wells, Fargo & Co. The notice lists a date 12-16 but unreadable.

19Th Street Wells, Fargo & Co

Scott's Emulsion of Cod Liver Oil with Hypophosphites

Nature makes the cures after all. Now and then she needs helping out. Scott's Emulsion of Cod liver Oil with hypophosphites can do just this. It strengthens the nerves, feeds famished tissues, and makes rich blood. 1.00 and $1.00, all druggists, SCOTT & BOWNE, Chemists, New York.

Scott Scott & Bowne New York

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