anaheim-bulletin 1955-07-06

Charge Former Candidate Also Reported U.S. Used Germ Warfare, Claim SAN DIEGO — A one-time FBI undercover agent told a subcommittee of the House Un-American Activities Committee that a former candidate for the U.S. Senate attended the 1953 Peliping Peace Conference and reported U.S. troops used germ warfare in Korea. Beach Man Dies In Canyon Crash ORANGE (OCNS)—Smashing death at high speed came to a motorist at 8 a.m. today on the Santa Ana Canyon road just west of the Orange County line in an accident that Highway Patrolmen said looked "maniac inspired." The hurtling car may have been a new Chevrolet, although wreckage reduced to the size of a small desk made positive identification impossible. Patrolmen said the car was driven by Othel Stanley Justice, 5821 Gossamer, Long Beach. Daniel S. Johnston, Corona, told patrolmen he was driving on the canyon road toward Orange at about 55 miles an hour when he was struck from behind by another vehicle. He said he did not know where the other car came from, and after he recovered control of his auto, the other vehicle appeared to be half a mile on Mrs. Anita Schneider, appearing yesterday at the opening session of the hearing, said Isabel Cerney, Senate candidate for the Independent Progressive Party, even described containers of germs carried in and dropped on Korean areas. Subcommittee Chairman Francis der's testimony "shocking" and indicated the group would attempt to subpoena Cerney to answer the charges. "Members of our armed forces have been court martialed for things like this," he said. "I see no reason why a civilian should be different." Mrs. Schneider said she joined the Communists in 1951 as an undercover agent for the FBI and the San Diego sheriff's office. She was named chairman of the San Diego Peace Forum during her work. She described an attempt to set up a Communist cell in the San Diego Unitarian Church to split the congregation because the forum was denied use of the church for meetings. Only other witness to testify at the opening session of the week-long inquiry, was Stanley Gue, deputy state labor commissioner for Patrolmen said the car was driven by Othel Stanley Justice, 5821 Gossamer, Long Beach. Daniel S. Johnston, Corona, told patrolmen he was driving on the canyon road toward Orange at about 55 miles an hour when he was struck from behind by another vehicle. He said he did not know where the other car came from, and after he recovered control of his auto, the other vehicle appeared to be half a mile on down the road, gaining speed. All of a sudden, Johnston told patrolmen, the speeding car veered to the left, plunged across two lanes and left the road, smashing into a large rock at the side of the highway. Patrolmen said that from the tire tracks and Johnston's story, there appeared to be no attempt on the part of Justice to apply his brakes or regain control of his car. Disneyland Now in Congressional Record Disneyland now appears in the Congressional Record of the 84th Congress. In an extension of remarks dated June 27, James B. Utt, Representative of the 28th District, announced the grand opening of Disneyland and reprinted a story which appeared in a newspaper June 23. "Under Leave to extend my remarks," Utt said, "I would like to announce the grand opening of the 160-acre $17,000,000 out-of-this-world project near Anaheim, Calif., in the congressional district which I am proud to represent. Known for industry, agriculture, and citrus ranches, the community has now made way for a magic wonderland—the fabulous Disneyland. "The announcement of Walt Disney's plans to build his wonderful wonderland aroused the excited anticipation and sparked the enthusiasm of young and old alike. We are glad to know that Mr. Disney's dreams for a fantasyland have become a reality and would like to express our sincere gratitude to him for this additional contribution to the wholesome entertainment that he has already given to people of all ages all over the world," he said. Ex-UCLA Student Admits Murder of Bel Air Socialite LOS ANGELES (UP)—Former UCLA law student John R. Crooker Jr., 34, confessed today a broken romance with a wealthy 33-year-old Bel Air socialite caused him to stab her five times and then strangle her with a pearl-ornamented stole. Detectives said Crooker, a former house-boy of the victim, Mrs. Norma Thompson McCauley, broke down under marathon questioning and confessed to the crime. He was booked on suspicion of murder. Mrs. McCauley, prominent in Los Angeles social circles, was found beaten, stabbed and strangled yesterday by a maid in the bedroom of her $50,000 Bel Air home after one of the divorcee's three small children told the maid "Mother is still sleeping." Crooker, a Maine-born ex-sailor, was arrested in his Los Angeles apartment several hours after the crime. "I did it," detectives quoted him as saying. Mrs. McCauley, clad in a red and white party dress, was found sprawled across a chair leaving was named chairman of the San Diego Peace Forum during her work. She described an attempt to set up a Communist cell in the San Diego Unitarian Church to split the congregation because the forum was denied use of the church for meetings. Only other witness to testify at the opening session of the week-long inquiry, was Stanley Gue, deputy state labor commissioner for the San Diego area. Gue, told how a religious organization he once headed was "captured" by a left-wing group that converted the sessions into propaganda meetings. He identified the organization as Community Unitarian Fellowship, consisting of a group that had broken away from the First Unitarian Church. By DEAN WASHINGTON — Peace and politics. He voiced hope that tensions that would lead to real peace. That trust is not as for politics, Mr. Eichler that he would not be as he term next year. He said that a decision he will make himself. The President was questioning length about his estimate for chances of peace as the Go Big Four conference approach. He also was quizzed about controversial Dixon-ates tract, and his political future. To Geneva With Hope The President said he wished to the Geneva Conference begins July 18 in a very hot attitude. But he stressed that hope must have greater foot which to nourish before it can come expectation. He said the United States is seeking to develop what termed an interim trust among so that this step will to the mutual trust and faith might culminate in peace international disarmament. Weather Mostly clear today through Thursday but patches of morning low clouds and fog near the coast. NEWS OF THE WORLD IN BRIEF OPERATING ENGINEERS OKAY WAGE OFFER LOS ANGELES — The ALF Operating Engineers Union Tuesday night accepted wage increases of 10 to 28 cents an hour, thus opening the way for resumption of work on 100 million dollars worth of stalled construction projects in Southern California. More than 5000 members of the union approved the contract which would send some 15,000 engineers back to work. The men operate heavy equipment such as bulldozers. REWARD OFFERED FOR A-BOMB SMUGGLERS WASHINGTON — The House voted unanimously yesterday to pay a reward of up to $500,000 to anyone who uncovers an effort to smuggle atomic bombs or nuclear material into the United States. The measure is aimed at protecting the nation against sneak atomic attack. EAST SWELTERS IN 160-DEGREE HEAT By United Press The eastern half of the nation sweltered in a 100-degree heat wave for the seventh straight day today. A mass of hot, muggy, air kept the heat wave simmering from the Dakotas to Maine. Temperatures jumped over the 160-degree mark in the New York area and Pennsylvania yesterday and threatened to do the same today. TRANSIT STRIKE TO CONTINUE, CLAIM LOS ANGELES — Represenatatives of the striking AFL Transportation Union and Los Angeles Transit Lines met again today with Federal Conciliator Harry Malcom but it was nearly certain the transportation tie-up would extend into a fourth week. Candidate for Senate Attended Anaheim B Orange County Plain Dealer EST. 1923 IXTEEN PAGES FIVE CENTS CONVICTS ST WARING SET—The State Division of Highways said today that on July 13, it will conduct a public hearing in the Council chambers in City Hall Santa Ana, at 10 a.m., to discuss establishment of a freeway routing for State Highway Routes 2 and 19 from near the intersection of La Veta Avenue with the Santa Ana Freeway in Santa Ana and extending north to the Orange County line in Brea Canyon. The freeway connection will also include an extension in a westerly direction from the intersection of Fullerton Road with Whittier Boulevard to a point easterly of the City of Brea. The proposed routing has been under discussion with officials inange County and of the cities of Santa Ana, Orange, Placentia, Fullerton, Brea and La Habra. The purpose is to give local authorities, civic groups and individuals portunity to present any additional data and information will assist the State Division of Highways in the formation of the most advantageous route prior to submitting the proposed freeway location to the California Highway mission. President Expresses Hope That Trust May Be Developed Between Nations By DEAN W. DITTMER WASHINGTON — President Eisenhower spoke today of peace and politics. He voiced hope that trust could be developed among nations that would lead to more sincere good faith and eventually peace. That trust is not present now, the President said. As for politics, Mr. Eisenhower told his news conference he would not be as he put it-forced into running for a second next year. He said that his decision he will make himself. The President was questioned at this about his estimate for the prices of peace as the Geneva Four conference approached. Also was quizzed about the proversial Dixon-ates conspiracy, and his political future. To Geneva With Hope The President said he will go to Geneva Conference which was July 18 in a very hopeful side. But he stressed that his must have greater food on hand to nourish before it can be expected. said the United States now seeking to develop what he need an interim trust among nations so that this step will lead to mutual trust and faith that culminate in peace and national disarmament. GM Tells Plans For Stock Split NEW YORK (UP) — General Motors Corp. made plans today to triple its shares of common stock in a move which reflected new growth and expansion of the nation's largest manufacturing concern. Plans for the three-for-one stock split were announced Tuesday night shortly after the close of the New York Stock Exchange. The stock soared to a new high of $114 a share before the announcement Tuesday, and rose as high as $121 Junior Chamber Fair Opens Tomorrow In La Palma Park Thursday at 5 p.m. will mark the opening of the annual Anaheim Junior Chamber of Commerce Community Fair in La Palma Park Tickets, which are still on sale by JayCettes in downtown Anaheim, can be purchased at a savings by buying a book of five 25-cent coupons for $1. The Fair, to last four days, will have as a feature attraction the last two days, the "Quarter Midget" racers of Doug Caruthers, a fleet of small, working replicas of actual racing cars driven by boys ranging in age from six to 12 years. Ticket books are available Fullerton Police Capture Escape Convict in Hole FULLERTON (OCN) gene Burton Luther, convicted burglar who two weeks ago from State Prison, was caught pistol point by Fuller last night. Local officers were by a call from the AL 412 S. Spadra, that two ous men were in the park drawn pistols. Police believe it was two State Investigators who were coming in the back door. Officer Ernie Avalo by the back door. Ogle, who entered the front, caught Luther as escaping down the frway. A woman companion identified by police. Luther offered no officers said. He was police headquarters, but an escapee, and turned the custody of state tors. President said he will go Geneva Conference which runs July 18 in a very hopeful mood. But he stressed that his must have greater food on hand to nourish before it can be expected. Said the United States now seeking to develop what he need an interim trust among nations so that this step will lead the mutual trust and faith that it culminate in peace and national disarmament. Elsenhower described heavy military spending as perfectly ideal, particularly when it is the cost of so much of the world these weapons would not be used for warfare. Dixon-Yates Issue President also dwelt on other subjects: Dixon-Yates: He would be willing to cancel the Dixon-Yates concession if the city of Memphis, goes ahead with construc- tion of its own power plant. Military Reserves: He is hopeful Congress will enact legislation (Continued on Page 8) Ristrano Brush Fire Tens Over 65 Acres ANGE (OCNS)--A large brush yesterday afternoon near San Capistrano showed Orange by News Service ready for the timing forest fire season as reporters covered the blaze both the ground and air. Fire, which threatened 1000 of brush, spread over 65 acre it was brought under control by some 75 foresters and firefighters, battling from noon to 3 hours from San Juan Capistrano, Orange, Yorba Linda,ide and San Diego Counties at the scene until midnight night and one unit remained with the early morning to pre- another outbreak. Island, on steep terrain, is by Mission Viejo Ranch. BANK DEBITS Bank debits yesterday totalled $203,362.12 according to a compilation made today by local banks. No Strike Order Issued By Plumbers Union FULLERTON (OCNS)—Officials of Local 580, Plumbers and Steamfitters Union, said today a strike order was not issued*at a union meeting attended by 300 Orange County members in Santa Ana yesterday. A union business representative reported that almost half of the affected contractors in the county had already signed contracts. He said approximately 950 men in the county have been affected by what he termed "a lockout." Officials in Santa Ana said Union contracts ended Thursday at midnight. "Of the 15 locals from San Diego to Santa Barbara, with about 10,000 men, only about 200 failed to show up for work Friday," he said. Officer Ernie Availo by the back door. Ogle, who entered this front, caught Luther escaping down the fran way. A woman companion identified by police. Luther offered no officers said. He was police headquarters, but an escapee, and turned the custody of state tors. Luther was convicted Newport Beach burglar Paul Mantz home early year. He escaped from June 25 at midnight. DON'T FORGET Grandmother By Answering By H. D. QUIGG United Press Staff Correspondent NEW YORK—If at the naval supply depot chanicsburg, Pa., don't much, Mrs. Catherine doesn't think she'll come today. She didn't get away from York until half past and then there was the ride to Harrisburg. Pa., she didn't get to her eight farm near Camp Hill, La a very wee hour. It takes a bit out of winning $32,000 on a quiz show. And, after Kreitzer is 54 and has sons and nine grandchildren she has slowed up soon last few years. Last night she was ten prepared for the next-to-tion on the TV "$64,000 on show. Her left eyebrow flicking upward, as she And she came close to tended Red 'Peace Meet' VOL XXXII NO. 278 Bulletin Anaheim Daily-Herald ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA, WEDNESDAY, JULY 6, 1955 STILL RIOT Prison Heads to Answer Demands of Prisoners LATE BULLETIN WALLA WALLA, Wash. (P)—Convicts at Washington State Penitentiary ended their riot today and released nine prison employes they had held hostage for 26 hours. By RUSS NIELSEN WALLA WALLA, Wash. (P)—Washington State Prison officials today were preparing an answer to demands from rioting convicts who held nine prison employes as hostages. Earlier, the prison had announced only seven men held by the convicts, but an early morning check of personnel showed two more employees missing and LATE BULLETIN WALLA WALLA, Wash. — Convicts at Washington State Penitentiary ended their riot today and released nine prison employees they had held hostage for 26 hours. By RUSS NIELSEN WALLA WALLA, Wash. — Washington State Prison officials today were preparing an answer to demands from rioting convicts who held nine prison employees as hostages. Earlier, the prison had announced only seven men held by the convicts, but an early morning check of personnel showed two more employees missing and reported seen in the custody of the rioters. Spokesmen for 800 rebellious convicts said the hostages would be released at 3 p.m. PST today if prison officials showed "sincerity" in dealing with the convict demands. The spokesmen for the prisoners met with three reporters last night only hours after the riot, triggered by 35 maximum security convicts, swept through the prison. Prison Business Manager William Connell said the riot began while officials were interviewing new inmates in the prison guide center. Rioters broke into the room and overpowered officials and guards. B.W. Fain, recreation officer, was knocked unconscious when he resisted the rioters. He was revived and treated at the prison hospital. Several stitches were taken in his forehead. Armed with knives and razor blades, the rioters took control of wing No. 1, a maximum security block and the kitchen and dining room. They moved into wings 4, 5 and 2 and tried to get control of wing 6 but were halted. “This place above all things is a hate factory,” said one of the rioters Tuesday night after convicts had issued a statement listing grievances. The two-page statement was given to Dr. Thomas Harris, state institutions director. The main grievance centered on isolation in “the hole.” The rioters also scored the Classification and Parole Planning Department at the prison and demanded the ouster of its head. “We think...the department must have a shakeup. When the Parole Department was staffed by one man, there were never more than 12 men overdue for parole at any one time. Now, when the department is headed by Mr. Charles Simon, with the aid of two assistants, there sometimes are as many as 25 men overdue.” Probe Death of Air Force General COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (UP)—An autopsy was being conducted to determine the cause of the sudden, unexplained death of a brilliant young Air Force general. The officer, Brig. Gen. Clinton D. "Casey" Vincent, 40, was found dead in bed in his quarters here yesterday. Vincent, who became a general officer at the age of 29, one of the youngest men to hold such high rank since the end of the Civil War, recently had come here to become deputy chief of staff for operations for the Continental Air Defense Command. Vincent had not been ill. He recently had undergone a minor operation for removal of a cyst from the back of his head but an Air Force spokesman said there was no indication this had any connection with his death. He had reported here only last Friday for his new assignment from Hamilton Air Force Base, Calif. His wife and four children still are in California. They were preparing to move here to establish their home when Vincent died. The general's body was found in his room at the bachelor officers' quarters yesterday morning after he failed to appear for breakfast. An Air Force spokesman said an autopsy was conducted yesterday but its result were indefinite and another was to be performed today. Vincent, a native of Gale, Tex., graduated from West Point in 1936. During World War II, he served for three years with the Flying Tigers in the China Burma-India theater and subsequently with its successor, the U.S. 14th Air Force. It was while in the East Coast that Officer Ernie Avalos entered by the back door, Officer Bob Ogle, who entered through the front, caught Luther as he was escaping down the front stairway. A woman companion was not identified by police. Luther offered no resistance, officers said. He was taken to police headquarters, booked as an escapee, and turned over to the custody of state investigators. Luther was convicted of the Newport Beach burglary of the Paul Mantz home earlier this year. He escaped from prison June 25 at midnight. "We think...the department must have a shakeup. When the Parole Department was staffed by one man, there were never more than 12 men overdue for parole at any one time. Now, when the department is headed by Mr. Charles Simon, with the aid of two assistants, there sometimes are as many as 25 men overdue." Before issuing the statement, the convicts aired their grievances at meetings with prison authorities late Tuesday afternoon. Harris said three men who (Continued on Page 8) DON'T FORGET JOHN Grandmother Runs Quiz Show Winnings to $32,000 By Answering Question Concerning Jesus’ 12 Disciples By H. D. QUIGG United Press Staff Correspondent NEW YORK — If the folks at the naval supply depot at Mechanicsburg, Pa., don't mind too much, Mrs. Catherine Kreitzer doesn't think she'll come to work today. She didn't get away from New York until half past midnight, and then there was the long train ride to Harrisburg, Pa., and she didn't get to her eight-acre farm near Camp Hill, Pa., until a very wee hour. It takes a bit out of a body, winning $32,000 on a television quiz show. And, after all, Mrs. Kreitzer is 54 and has six grown sons and nine grandchildren and she has slowed up some these last few years. Last night she was tense as she prepared for the next-to-last question on the TV "$64,000 Question" show. Her left eyebrow twitched, clicking upward, as she talked. And she came close to missing the $32,000 question about the Bible, although it was about Jesus' 12 disciples, a subject she knows well. Mrs. Kreitzer must spend the next seven days worrying with her husband, Joseph, and her father, Joseph Bucher, 82, who lives nearby, whether she will risk her $32,000 to try for $64,000 next week. If she should try and lose, she'd get only a Cadillac convertible as consolation prize. Answering questions about the Bible, she has won for three straight shows. Last night, this was the question. A three-part one: Names Disciples "Jesus had 12 disciples. Peter and Matthew were two, and two others both were named James, often distinguished from each other as 'James the Greater' and 'James the Less.'" "Now—for $32,000—give me the names of the eight additional disciples." "Then tell me the work that Peter did to earn a living and the work that Matthew did to earn a living." "Then tell me the name of the father of James The Less." Mrs. Kreitzer took the full seconds allowed her to ponder. Then she named eight; in this order: Andrew, Phillip, Bartholomew, Matthew, Thaddeus, Thomas, Simon, and Judas Iscariot. What she had done was leave out the disciple John, who was among the eight addition required, and put in Matthew. March told her to name all the disciples. That was easy, and the name of John fell into place. Then she breezed through the rest of the question. Peter was a fisherman, Matthew a tax collector and James the Less was the son of Alphaceus. Mrs. Kreitzer pressed her left hand above her heart. She smiled, and her brown eyes softened. But she said she didn't believe she'd go to work today.