anaheim-bulletin 1959-04-06

CRUSADE MATERIALS — Members of the Junior LULAC organization of Anaheim have spent many hours assembling materials to be used in the Anaheim Cancer Crusade. Some 45 members of the group gathered to work. Shown here (seated) Danny Peralta, president of the group and Nina Esparza, secretary, as Elias Verde checks their work. (Bulletin Photo) CRUSADE MATERIALS — Members of the Junior LULAC organization of Anaheim have spent many hours assembling materials to be used in the Anaheim Cancer Crusade. Some 45 members of the group gathered to work. Shown here (seated) Danny Peralta, president of the group and Nina Esparza, secretary, as Elias Vernice checks their work. (Bulletin Photo) La Habra Files Condemnation Suit For Sewer Basins East of La Mirada SANTA ANA (OCNS)—A use condemnation suit has been filed in superior court by the City of La Habra on the land where the city’s two sewer basins are located, north of the Bellehurst tract in Buena Park and just east of La Mirada Ave. Named defendants in the suit are heirs of the old Emery Ranch, Helen Emery Grant, Joseph Emery Grant, Frank Emery Grant, Michael Emery Grant, Peter Grant, Walter Taylor, Reese H. Taylor Jr, and Charles Goodwin Emery. Superior Judge Robert Gardner issued to the city an order for immediate possession, also requested by the suit. The action was expected since the La Habra City Council requested it at a special meeting March 24. The city was required to post a $2,500 bond to secure just compensation for the use of the land for the defendants. The suit asked for an easement for a period not to exceed two years, for construction and maintenance of sewer lines and facilities including sewer basins as necessary. Two holding basins are located at the 250 by 450 site. The new basin, completed March 23, holds approximately 800,000 gallons, is concrete lined and operates on a gravity flow principle. The original basin will hold about 300,000 gallons but is not in use. It was hurriedly constructed to contain the sewer line overflow, where the city’s larger sewer lines meet 12 and 15 - inch lines near the Bellehurst tract. The basins are an emergency measure by the city until new trunk sewer lines under construction by the County Sanitary District are completed and in use — presumably early next year. Still pending is a 2½ million dollar damages suit filed by the Bellehurst Developers who claim the sewer basins, sewer overflow and the sewer easement through their property is a health nuisance. Condition Of BP Crash Victim ‘Much Improved’ BUENA PARK — The condition of a Buena Park housewife who was injured seriously in a traffic accident Friday evening, was listed as “improved” this morning by hospital authorities at Garden Grove Hospital. Mrs. Barbara Jean Fournier, 28, of 7048 Santa Rita Circle, is “much improved” and has been taken off of the serious list, a hospital spokesman said today. Mrs. Fournier, her husband, Richard, and the three Fournier children, were all injured in a traffic accident Friday evening, when their auto was involved in an accident with a vehicle driven by Donald Wilton Swofford, 25, 7396 Walnut Ave., Buena Park. The accident occurred on Western Ave., just north of La Palma, police re-ports said. Richard Fournier, 31, the children, Judith Ann, 7, William Timothy, 4½ and Christopher John 11 months, were all treated and released from Garden Grove Hospital Friday evening. Stanton Building Value Totalled at $120,378 The City of Stanton issued a total of 22 building permits during the month of March for a total valuation of $120,378, with the highest estimated cost of any structure being $40,000 for a proposed church. Two warehouse and two shop Police Log Anaheim Saturday 12:45 p.m. King Hussein of dan and party contacted at angethorpe and Santa Ana way and escort furnished to neyland. Sunday 12:02 a.m. Joe Wendler, Kimberly Dr., reports a ve ran onto its lawn and dam shrubbery and left. Followed and apprehended juvenile Officer called, juvenile br station for questioning. 3:30 a.m. McGuel R. Pinck W. Center St., reports the th his car. 3:55 a.m. Petty theft. G Poole, 1525 Trenton Pl., r theft of two hubscams from his while parked in the Wonder lot. 6:15 a.m. Report of inju cident at Magnolia and Ka Crane rolled. 1:15 p.m. Doris C. Hopkins Chesley Dr., reports theft of tire and wheel from the tru her auto. 1:17 p.m. Non-injury acco reported at intersection of Pi tia and Anaheim-Olive Rd. 3:40 p.m. Broken window ported at 9862 Dale, with li leaning against side of buil her auto. 1:17 p.m. Non-injury acco reported at intersection of Pi tia and Anaheim-Olive Rd. 3:40 p.m. Broken window ported at 9862 Dale, with li leaning against side of buil her auto. 1:51 p.m. Burglar reporti 111 E. Valencia by Robert Klerman. Buena Park Sunday 10:31 a.m. Tree Struck by Reported by Angelo Scardina Holder. 2:23 p.m. Possible Stolen Ve and petty theft: Reported Knott's Berry Farm Security ficers. 4:30 p.m. Petty Theft: In ody, 2 juveniles. Reported manager of Knott and Lincoln Thriftymart market, Leon O jan. Juveniles released to pa bry Fire Station One to be o St., between Knott and Val Police units dispatched for t control. 4:30 p.m. Structure Kitchen: Reported by Fire S Stanton Building Value Totalled at $120,378 The City of Stanton issued a total of 22 building permits during the month of March for a total valuation of $120,378, with the highest estimated cost of any structure being $40,000 for a proposed church. Two warehouse and two shop permits were given for a total valuation of $41,712, and four swimming pool permits at $10,900. One multiple dwelling permit was issued, with the estimated cost of construction set at $8,910. The bulk of the remaining permits were issued for commercial and residential additions, including garages, for an estimated total of $15,306. Former Football Star Faces Drug Charges SANTA ANA (OCNS) — A former Garden Grove High School football star and two companions were arrested Friday night on suspicion of possession of marijuana. Police said they jailed Donald E. Self, 20, who played fullback in high school and later for Santa Ana College; Stanley J. Cornellus, 18, of Santa Ana, and Ronald A. Davis, 20, of Garden Grove. Police said they received information on possible vice conditions at an apartment in the 900 block on N. Garfield. Officers Loren Norton and Dino Clazzi went to the apartment at 7:30. When the girl tenant opened the door, Clazzi said he smelled what appeared to be marijuana smoke. He claimed he found Davis in the bathroom attempting to dispose of what was believed to be a marijuana cigarette. Davis was taken into custody and transported to police headquarters for interrogation. Several others in the apartment were questioned but not held. Al approximately 11:30, police got another call that two other young men had tried to get into the locked apartment. Clazzi and Norton drove back to the scene and found Self and Cornellus sitting in a car. They were then arrested. Associated Chamber To Decide on Headquarters Plan Also Calls for Expanding Research, Information Activities "Despite confusing statements from some quarters, wherever the facts of our proposed service improvement plan have been presented to local chambers of commerce, they have received immediate favorable attention." Robert A. Dally, President of the Orange County Associated Chambers of Commerce, stated today. He added that the committee working on the plan, calling for relocating the Associated headquarters nearer the county civic center and expanding its research, information and co-ordinating activities under private enterprise sponsorship, is hopeful of a favorable vote of confidence at the directors' meeting tonight at the County Health Center. "Given a fighting chance, we are confident that a modernized Associated Chamber organization, fully responsive to private enterprise, will be able to return to Orange County people far more than they will ever put into it," the president added. "Favorable action Monday will enable us to appoint committees on headquarters location, finance and personnel selection so we can bring into action the changes advocated to every president of Associated for the last five terms or more." Answers Criticism Daily answered some recent criticism of the plan by pointing out that there has never been a confeits that this is a desirable minimum figure. The small merchant will probably be asked to pay nothing to the Associated Chambers budget. The extent to which individual chambers will contribute will be reasonable. The chief source of income will be expected from business enterprises with county-wide operations and interests. We have had sufficient interviews with these people to indicate that they will support a properly-operated Associated office. Top Producer "Agriculture is now and will remain one of Orange County's top income producers. With the population destined to be more than double in 20 years, the Associated will be busy promoting agriculture necessary to feed the new cities which will grow up within our area. Any fears by our agricultural people that the Associated office would introduce industry in opposition to agriculture is based on misunderstanding. On the other hand, Associated proposes to help the cities..." SATURDAY EVENT Assemblyman H Police Log Anaheim Saturday 1:02 p.m. King Hussein of Jordania and party contacted at Ornethorpe and Santa Ana Free and escort furnished to Disland. Sunday 1:02 a.m. Joe Wendler, 1503 Nemberly Dr., reports a vehicle onto his lawn and damaged rubbery and left. Followed car apprehended juvenile boy, officer called, juvenile brought action for questioning. 1:30 a.m. McGuel R. Pino, 182 Center St., reports the theft of car. 1:55 a.m. Petty theft. Gerald Cole, 1525 Trenton Pl., reports theft of two hubscams from his car, parked in the WonderBowl. 1:15 a.m. Report of injury accented at Magnolia and Katella one rolled. 1:15 p.m. Doris C. Hopkins, 925 Lesley Dr., reports theft of spare wheel from the trunk of auto. 1:17 p.m. Non-injury accident reported at intersection of Placeen and Anaheim-Olive Rd. 1:40 p.m. Broken window retested at 9862 Dale, with ladder running against side of building. 1:51 p.m. Burglarry report at E. Valencia by Robert McRerman. Buena Park Sunday 1:03 a.m. Tree Struck by Auto; reported by Angelo Scardina, 8061 Adder. 1:23 p.m. Possible Stolen Vehicle petty theft; Reported by Scott's Berry Farm Security Officers. 1:30 p.m. Petty Theft: In customer juveniles. Reported by manager of Knott and Lincoln Avenue. Griffytmart market, Leon Charlson. Juveniles released to parents. 1:28 p.m. Grass Fire: Reported Fire Station One to be on 9th between Knott and Val Verde. Unit units dispatched for traffic control. 1:30 p.m. Structure Fire;chen: Reported by Fire Station prise, will be able to return to Orange County people far more than they will ever put into it," the president added. "Favorable action Monday will enable us to appoint committees on headquarters location, finance and personnel selection so we can bring into action the changes advocated to every president of Associated for the last five terms or more." Answers Criticism Daily answered some recent criticism of the plan by pointing out that there has never been a concerted effort by Santa Ana to obtain the Associated office for selfish reasons. "The committee feels that it is only common sense that the county headquarters for Associated should be near the county civic center," he said. He pointed out that the Santa Ana Chamber board had passed a resolution completely clarifying this, reading in part: "although the county seat appears to be a logical choice of location for a more centralized office, the Board of Directors will not oppose the location of the office elsewhere so long as it is a centrally located site." "The sponsorship of the plan has also been questioned." Daily said. "Actually it is the result of reviews by many responsible people of the County. It has been proposed repeatedly, but the recent push comes as a result of the tremendous growth of the county, expressions of various County Supervisors, fear of further moves for a completely tax-supported bureau, and recent encouragement by industry and the entertainment, motel and tourist trade groups." The final steering committee was comprised of civic and business leaders from all parts of the county and widely varying types of activity, including the following: Lee Winterton, San Clemente; A dolf Schopee, Anaheim; Charles Pearson, Anaheim; Howard Crooke, Placentia; Myrt Westering, Disneyland; Walter Schmid, Garden Grove; Sam Lyons, Santa Ana; O. T. Smith, Westminster; R. W. Taylor, Orange; and the president. In addition, one meeting was held to which all Chamber presidents and secretaries in the county were invited in which considerable discussion took place," he said. "None of these men have a penny to gain from the reorganization," Daily added. "The plan will not interfere in any way with industrial programs of the cities, but the service of the new centralized office would help them," he said. It was emphasized that there are no changes suggested in the constitution, by-laws or purposes of the Associated Chambers of Commerce. "Proposed financing of the new Agriculture is now and remain one of Orange County's top income producers. With the population destined to be more than double in 20 years, the Associated will be busy promoting agriculture necessary to feed the new cities which will grow up within our area. Any fears by our agricultural people that the Associated office would introduce industry in opposition to agriculture is based on misunderstanding. On the other hand, Associated proposes to help the cities and the Board of Supervisors exercise proper control of industry already knocking on our doors," Daily stated. "The smaller chambers of commerce who have a hard time financing their staff should benefit from the new plan." Daily said. Some of the informational services alone should save them much more money than they will pay into the Associated treasury. Any businessman can obtain Associated Chambers of Commerce membership for $5 a year. Payment of this amount, in our opinion, does not constitute serious financial trouble to any local Chamber of Commerce or small businessman. We should have several thousand such memberships to insure the success of the revitalized organization along with other sources of support. Volunteers "The public as a whole has little conception of the contributions over the years by the volunteer leadership of leading businessmen who have worked on Associated Chambers of Commerce committees." Orange County has benefited immeasurably from the Associated. The county could not even afford to pay for the time freely given by these people. Much good work has been done quietly. These people think it is time to re-organize the Orange County Associated Chambers' efforts. Our appreciation is extended to all of the directors and officers in the various chambers throughout the county who have considered this matter carefully in recent weeks. It proves again that Orange County's progress is due among other things to people sincerely interested in contributing to county-wide civic progress rather than just making money in their respective communities." Daily said. "Up to this time, the committee has purposefully refrained from presenting a plan containing great detail as to office location, financing and personnel. All we are asking for now is an expression from each chamber of commerce as to its willingness to work these details out with us if they are in sympathy with the fundamental objection and a 45-cent tax owed attached to the override in the umpire Passage of the bond and start third majority, but, a simple proposal. In the abortive vote turnout majorities, but less than the two SATURDAY EVENT Assemblyman Hill Buena Park Spor BUENA PARK — Assembly County will be the grand marshal Field Day Parade April 11, in B. The parade will kick off for the city's Little League season will be held at Recreation Park 8th and Knott Aves., Dean Davisson, public relations head Knott's Berry Farm will act master of ceremonies during afternoon program. Ray Fajardo, executive secretary for the Sportsmen's Club reported that the afternoon festivities will include sports exhibitions by representatives of all types sports and these enthusiasts prising the body of the parade. Final details of the Saturday fair will be worked out in a morning April 5, in the newly completed Buena Park Teen Center when committee members get together to finish plans and para details. The parade route has been changed from its original plan at the new line of march will be at City Hall, 10th and Graveyard marchers will assemble and from the starting point go Manchester, then to Western Ave on southwestern to 8th St., then on 8th St., to Recreation Park. Move to Repeat Welfare Fund Law Blocked Orange County and other counties throughout California too stand expended part of the fund expended on welfare cases through illens on real property of persons on the welfare rolls. A move to repeal the law whi "None of these men have a penny to gain from the reorganization," Daily added. "The plan will not interfere in any way with industrial programs of the cities, but the service of the new centralized office would help them," he said. It was emphasized that there are no changes suggested in the constitution, by-laws or purposes of the Associated Chambers of Commerce. "Proposed financing of the new chamber headquarters has been a chief point of misunderstanding," he added. "While there were a few figures made public which were put together on a trial basis by the committee, this was in no sense a budget for the new organization. Since our original discussion with the presidents and secretaries of the various chambers, many suggestions have been made and next year's budget will be established by a regular committee. They will be top leaders from cities throughout the county and will reflect the views of their respective chambers. It is possible that the first year of operation will be less than $50,000, but the steering committee" Vandals Damage Room At Mitchell School GARDEN GROVE — Police today are questioning juveniles from Mitchell School to determine who is responsible for damage to one of the school rooms. The custodian reported yesterday to police that some youngsters had broken into a school room and done about $300 in damage. Investigation showed that sometime during the Easter vacation vandals had smeared paint over all the walls and floor of one of the rooms, scattered torn up text books and generally "made a shambles" of the school room. Police Investigate Two Burglaries in Anaheim Anaheim police reported that two homes were broken into over the week end, although the only loss reported was a carton of cigarettes valued at $2 from the home of Robert A. McKierman, 48, of 111 E. Valencia. McKierman's home was entered a window on the west side of the house, after the burglar tore the screen loose. The second breakin occurred at a house located at 9862 Dale. Caretaker for the house, Elanor C. Vrooman, 45, of 9922 Dale, reported the incident to police at approximately 3:30 p.m., Sunday, after she observed the pantry window on the northeast side of the house broken out. Investigation failed to disclose anything had been removed from the premises. Grove Home Burglarization Of Silver, Clock Radio GARDEN GROVE (OCNS) Silverware, a clock radio, and other household items valued at $205 have been taken from home of Rex Adams, 13021 Traffic Sheriff's deputies today report. The burglary was discovered Saturday following a party. Member Directors Headquarters Issue The Bulletin ORANGE COUNTY NEWS ACTION B Monday, April 6, 1959 Buena Park Schedules Second School Election BUENA PARK — In a last-ditch effort to stave off a drop in the amount of funds on which to operate the Buena Park Elementary District the School District Trustees voted to set a special resolution resubmitting three revenue measures defeated at the polls this month. The decision came just as the 1958-59 fiscal year is drawing to a close. The Board set June 16 as the date for the second special election called to bring again before the voters measures to approve a $400 bond issue authorization, approval for $450,000 in state aid and a 45-cent tax override. A five-year time limit will be used to the override in the upcoming election. Passage of the bond and state aid measures will depend on a two-thirds majority, but, a simple majority will suffice to pass the tax proposal. The abortive vote turnout last month the first two items gained by the assemblyman Hanna To Lead Huge. SA Swindle Suspect Sought On Warrant SANTA ANA (OCNS) — A bench warrant has been issued for George Dimitriadis, 34, of Santa Ana who failed to appear for a Santa Ana-Orange Municipal Court preliminary hearing on eight counts of violating the Corporate Securities Code and four counts of grand theft. The district attorney's office alleges Dimitriadis bilked 23 investors out of $32,000. His hearing date has been reset for April 16. According to Dep. Dist. Atty. De-witte Chatterton, the defendant encouraged victims to invest in the Allen Food Co. on the assertion holdings included the Windjammer Cafe in Santa Ana, (catering and food products companies.) It also was alleged, according to Chatterton, fixtures in the cafe were clear of debt. Chatterton claims this representation was false. The deputy district attorney contends Dimitriadis failed to get approval of the Corporate Securities Commission before soliciting for investors through newspaper advertising. SATURDAY EVENT Assemblyman Hanna To Lead Huge Buena Park Sportsman’s Parade BUENA PARK — Assemblyman Richard C. Hanna, or Orange Bay will be the grand marshal for the big upcoming Sportsman’s Day Parade April 11, in Buena Park. It was just announced... The parade will kick off the beginning of the Little League play in the city’s Little League season. Ceremonies following the parade were held at Recreation Park, and Knott Aves., Dean C. Jefferson, public relations head of its Berry Farm will act as manager of ceremonies during the noon program. By Fajardo, executive secretary for the Sportsmen’s Club read that the afternoon festival will include sports exhibitions representatives of all types of sports and these enthusiasts coming to the body of the parade. Details of the Saturday afternoons will be worked out in a meet-april 5, in the newly commissioned Buena Park Teen Center committee members get together to finish plans and parade routes. Parade route has been used from its original plan and new line of march will begin in City Hall, 10th and Grand marches will assemble from the starting point go tochester, then to Western and on Western to 8th St., west St., to Recreation Park. The parade route was coordinated with the help of the police department under the direction of Traffic Sgt. K. Jones. The parade will start at 11 a.m. and will terminate at the park. The afternoon program begins at 12 sharp. The parade will include The Buena Park High School Band, The Marine Corps Band from the El Toro Marine Corps Air Station, and numerous other marching musical aggregations. The parade is under the sponsorship of the Buena Park Sportsmen’s Club which is devoted to the promotion and aid to sports and athletic activities in the city. The club is planning a series of awards to local school and private sports groups, as well as monetary aid to organized recreation groups. Thieves Enter House, Take Electrical Items BUENA PARK — Petty thieves broke into a vacant house over the week end and removed two pieces of electrical equipment from the home, police reported today. Hank Lucas of Center Realty, 7432 Grand Ave., told investigating officers that someone pried open the rear alding glass door to a house at 7680 Dale Ave., and removed an exhaust fan from the kitchen along with a wall thermostat control, reports said. DEPARTMENT INSPECTION — Police Chief Wilford S. Sparkes of the Buena Park Police Department takes Patrolman Robert Reber's revolver from him in order to look the weapon over during an inspection yesterday morning. The department passed the inspection "very well" according to Chief Sparkes. The entire department and reserve officers were on hand to be looked over by the chief and Capt. Joe Morris who assisted Sparkes in his inspection tour. The inspection took more than an hour as Chief Sparkes carefully inspected each officer's revolver, handcuffs, condition of holsters, belts, and polish on badges and cap pieces. Patrolman Gary Rooney and Don "Dead-eye" Martin, members of the department's pistol team, were commended on the condition and cleanliness of their revolvers. (Bulletin Photo)