anaheim-bulletin 1959-04-18

The Bulletin Editorial Page B-2—Anaheim (Col.) Bulletin Saturday, April 18, 1939 National Bike Safety Week Next week is National Bicycle Safety Week, but to the people of Anaheim it will be Anaheim Bicycle Safety Week at which time nearly 300 teachers in the elementary schools of the city will bring bicycle safety to their pupils' attention in the initial phases of the Anaheim Bicycle Safety Program. The ultimate attainment for the bicycle riders will be an operator's certificate which may be possessed only after proficiency has been demonstrated in knowledge of laws governing the use of bicycles as well as ability to ride. Brought about through the efforts of a small group of people representing police department, schools, and organizations of the city, the program has gathered impetus along the way and has won the endorsement of school and city governing bodies as well as that of the majority of service organizations. The program's financial burden is being carried through contributions of cash and materials necessary to get the job done. The committee members, as well as every individual and organization contributing to this worthwhile effort of safety for our boys and girls, are to be congratulated. Assignment: Washington by Ed Koterba Assignment: Washington by Ed Koterba WASHINGTON — I tell you, it isn't safe around the old House Office Building these days. A Congressman is harmless as long as he keep talking. And for weeks I felt secure sitting on a hard chair in the Space Committee room. Those earthly Solomons never stopped talking, glued to their seats. But nowadays when you approach their committee room you've got to watch your step—and, something, you've gotta duck. Flying saucers, it is, with Congressmen riding 'em. What I write here is not the product of exotic fumes from printer's ink. It really happened, so help me, Jules Verne. A gentleman from Spacetronics, Inc., a Washington, D.C. firm, hauled onto the committee room carpet a thing that looked like a metal mattress. "Let's send the chairman up," said an assistant. Chairman Overton Brooks (D., La.) sat down on the thing and somebody plugged it into a wall socket. And our space chairman took off. Our new Buck Rogers hung on while that flying mattress wobbled above the rug and across the room on a cushion of air, and just when it looked like he was going to sail over a chair the man pulled the plug. Rep. Jim Quigley (D., Pa.) watched that wheelless dervish of the future in long silence, and then said, sadly: "To think, I just invested in four new tires." The hydro-air vehicle, as they call it, was just one of a fleet of weird models inventors showed off before the Congressmen. That committee room looked like a 1960 flying auto carnival on Mars. And outside the hall, a Marine major came trundling by, leading a floating baby saucer around like a dog on a leash; let off a flendish-sounding whine as it bobbled around a marble pillar. The leash was a rubber hose attached to an oxygen tank which gave it the power. Another fellow walked up with a free-wheeling saucer cradled in his arms. He wouldn't launch it for fear it would get out of hand, sail through an open window and scare the living daylights out of Washington. The young men standing around in what looked like space suits were really motorcycle messengers from the wire services waiting to dispatch films to their offices. All those flying machines were for real, except they were only prototypes of what's to come in the next 10 years. The magic mattress that sent Rep. Brooks flying was operated by four tiny one h.p. vacuum sweeper motors. The floating platform runs on the ducted fan principle — something like tiny helicopter blades built into metal collars. The downdraft of air is what lifts it. The Army and Navy research people call their vehicles "ground proximity" machines because they depend on the ground — or water — to give them the upward push. Rear Adm. Rawson Bennett, Chief of Naval Research, said the Navy's machines could be used eventually for hunting and bombing enemy subs. Brig. Gen. Frank H. Britton, of Army research, talked briefly about the hush-hush Avrocar which will be tested in a few months. He said it not only hovers close to the ground but takes off to higher altitudes. Probably the closest thing to the generally-accepted concept of true flying saucer. Full capability of the Avrocar is so secret that the general decided to give the details behind closed doors. I had heard enough anyway, so I hopped on a floating carpet and got out of there. (Copyright, 1959, by United Feature Syndicate, Inc.) Strange As It Seems By Elsie Hix THOMAS PARR-- WHO LIVED 152 YEARS, (1483-1635) ATE NOTHING BUT COARSE BREAD, RANCID CHEESE, AND MILK/ WHEN INTRODUCED TO A VARIED DIET, IN 1635, HE DIED OF ACUTE INDIGESTION WITHIN TWO MONTHS/ -London. A MATURE CAMEL CAN CARRY 1000 POUNDS... MORE ELECTRICITY IS USED WHEN TELEGRAPH LINES ARE IDLE THAN WHEN THEY ARE IN USE! Hot Air u.s.s.e. FLIGHT VIOLATION CHARGES BERLIN TALKS PREPARATION ALEXANDER FROM The Mail Box Dear Sir, Since the incorporation of the City of Stanton I have been on the sideline — just across the railroad Your Birthday by Stella FROM The Mail Box Dear Sir, Since the incorporation of the City of Stanton I have been on the sideline — just across the railroad tracks from the city itself — until recently, when by means of annexation I became a citizen of Stanton. During all this time, I have watched with a great deal of interest the successes and problems demonstrated in the city’s efforts to become established and to grow. I firmly believe that a city, even as a person, develops its greatest strength of character in times of adversity. It tends to bring out the best in the strong and reveal the weaknesses of the less desirable. And so, in this way, many of the things that have seemed so tragic at the time they happened may seem less so in retrospect. The recall election set for May 12 seems to me to present an opportunity for the strength of character of the City of Stanton to surge forward. It is an opportunity for the strong to make their strength felt and give new impetus to the efforts of their city to grow in a healthy manner. When we accept the fact that no one is perfect, and that whatever gains we make in our public life is made by mere mortals — with all the imperfections of mankind — it is sometimes easier to not expect absolute perfection, but just an honest and sincere effort for a job well done. It seems to me that those who circulated and backed the petition for recall of two members of the Stanton City Council failed to recognize this. I have tried to learn as much as possible about the circumstances surrounding the ‘charges’ made against Hazel Lewis and Victor Zuniga, and as far as I can learn they have only been guilty of being human. Although I don’t know it, I don’t question but that they may have made some mistakes in judgment since taking office. I think this could be said of any person, anywhere, who was doing anything at all. I do not know either of the men who would presume to replace them in office, but I am sure that those who expect perfection would again be disappointed. It seems to me that the best one could hope for would be honesty and integrity — and this I am sure we already have. Since I do not believe that honesty, sincerity and an effort to do SATURDAY, APRIL 18 — Born today you have a dramatic nature that needs some type of positive expression. Since the stars have given you artistic talent, it is up to you to discover which field of expression most interests you and then push all your efforts toward achieving a single goal. If you spread your energies over too wide an area, you may not achieve the outstanding success which should rightly be yours. You have a fine speaking voice, a magnetic personality and a quick wit. You should speak well in public and this could take you into teaching, preaching, politics or the law. If there is one attribute you need more than any other one, it is the capacity for being exact. You sometimes exaggerate the facts to make a point but eventually this deviation from the exact truth will boomerang. You can well afford to be a little more precise! You are ambitious and willing to work hard, but you expect that you will be properly rewarded for your work. Impulsive in romance, you should consider marriage carefully before you embark. Love at first sight is not for you! Wed someone who has similar interests. Among those born on this date are: Clarence Darrow, noted attorney; Austin Strong, dramatist; Richard Harding Davis, author; John Young Mason, a founder of New Hampshire; Max Weber, Polish-born American painter. Sunday, April 19 ARIES (Mar. 21-April 20) — After your morning devotions, spend the balance of the day with family and close friends. TAURUS (Apr. 21-May 21) — Some unusual cultural interest will prove inspiring as well as enjoyable. Join friends this evening. GEMINI (May 22-June 21) — A new, romantic interest could enter your life today. It could prove to be “the one,” too! CANCER (June 22-July 23) — After your devotional duties, you would do well to make careful plans for your future. Enjoy a pleasant time. SUNDAY, APRIL 19 — Born today you have a great deal of self-confidence and the ability to overcome obstacles and reach your goal. Your ideals are high and you will work hard to uphold them, come what may. You men will probably be interested in public life; you women, in those interests which have mainly to do with your home and family. You of the fair sex are fond of fine clothes and are apt to be rather extravagant when it comes to your wardrobe. You are a person of changing moods: one moment, you are gay; the next, moody and depressed. Much of this may be due to the fact that your mental ability often outdistances your physical stamina and you get tired without realizing it. You work too hard at a job, without proper rest and relaxation. Learn to play a little more and the tensions will diminish. Also, take care of your health, for you are not as physically robust as you might wish. A little more sleep than average will probably help solve your personal problem. You are fond of children and have considerable influence with them. You would make a fine parent and should wed while young so that you will have a family of your own. If deprived of this, you might make a happy career of teaching or working as a counselor of juniors. Among those born on this day are: Roger Sherman, statesman; May Robson, actress; James Allan Mollison, noted aviator; Benjamin Vaughni, English politician; Getuillo Vargas, Brazilian statesman. Monday, April 20 ARIES (Mar. 21-April 20) — Take the calculated risk today and win out in some unexpectedly interesting fashion. TAURUS (Apr. 21-May 21) — A new venture, promising excellent business returns, should come your way now. Make a speedy decision. GEMINI (May 22-June 21) — You may combine business and pleasure with advantage to both. This is another fine day for you. may have made some mistakes in judgment since taking office. I think this could be said of any person, anywhere, who was doing anything at all. I do not know either of the men who would presume to replace them in office, but I am sure that those who expect perfection would again be disappointed. It seems to me that the best one could hope for would be honesty and integrity — and this I am sure we already have. Since I do not believe that honesty, sincerity and an effort to do the will of the people should be rewarded by the humiliation of recall from office, I am asking that the women of Stanton join with me to see that this does not happen. We will form the "Women of Stanton Committee against Recall." Phone me at TW 3-0307. We will light another candle in the darkness of misunderstanding that has hovered over our city for too long. We can emerge from this a stronger, more united City than would have been possible under other circumstances. I will be waiting for your call. Sincerely, Mrs. E. N. Fortney, 11582 S. Western Ave. Dear Sir, What happened to Mark Trail? Of all the comic strips you would cut one like Mark Trail out—the "crud" you have in here isn't worth one minute of my time to read and you leave a blank space! I've followed Mark Trail's educational adventures for years and now you cut him out. Please explain to your readers. Harold and Dee Selstad 7891 Gardenia Drive Buena Park, Calif. (Editor's Note: Mark Trail has not been cut from The Bulletin comic page. Because of difficulty TAURUS (Apr. 21-May 21)—Some unusual cultural interest will prove inspiring as well as enjoyable. Join friends this evening. GEMINI (May 22-June 21)—A new, romantic interest could enter your life today. It could prove to be "the one," too! CANCER (June 22-July 23)—After your devotional duties, you would do well to make careful plans for your future. LEO (July 24-Aug. 23)—Take time out today to balance your current assets and project your future possibilities. VIRGO (Aug. 24-Sept. 23)—This is your best Sunday of the month, so make fine use of it for personal benefit. LIBRA (Sept. 24-Oct. 23)—You may gain real inspiration from a good sermon and a desire to work harder toward your goal. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22)—Take the initiative on something of significant importance to your future. Actions are what count. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 22)—There is romance for you today, if you are seeking it. Spend the day enjoyably. CAPRICORN (Dec. 23-Jan. 20)—The stars are smiling on you, so initiate a new program of activity, and benefit. AQUARIUS (Jan. 21-Feb. 19)—Balance your assets and liabilities today and find out exactly where you stand. PISCES (Feb. 20-Mar. 20)—Invite friends to your home for the afternoon or evening hours. ties where the comic strip originates, its delivery has been delayed. It is scheduled to resume next week. ARIES (Mar. 21-Apr. 20)—Take the calculated risk today and win out in some unexpectedly interesting fashion. TAURUS (Apr. 21-May 21)—A new venture, promising excellent business returns, should come your way now. Make a speedy decision. GEMINI (May 22-June 21)—You may combine business and pleasure with advantage to both. This is another fine day for you. CANCER (June 22-July 23)—Brainwork is the answer to this day's challenge. Think well before acting; proceed efficiently. LEO (July 24-Aug. 23)—You can keep your head in the clouds if you keep just one foot on the ground! Execute your ideas. VIRGO (Aug. 24-Sept. 23)—Promote your plans and let the world know what you are aiming to do. Then do it! LIBRA (Sept. 24-Oct. 23)—Notable events may occur in your life today so be prepared to meet the challenge. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22)—You may realize one of your major objectives today. Take that calculated risk to win out. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 22)—Improve your working conditions. You might ask for and receive that raise now too. CAPRICORN (Dec. 23-Jan. 20)—Your personality can further your ideals. Follow your intuitions when making a decision AQUARIUS (Jan. 21-Feb. 19)—New opportunities may open to day so be ready to take full advantage of the best one. PISCES (Feb. 20-Mar. 20)—Take the initiative. If you are chairman of a social event it should turn out successfully. (Copyright 1959 by United Feature Syndicate Inc.) Capitol Dispatch by David Lawrence WASHINGTON — Communists could gain a big victory in the United States Senate if the nomination of Lewis Strauss to be Secretary of Commerce is denied confirmation. Apparently there is a movement to punish Mr. Strauss not only because he prevented America from abandoning the development of the hydrogen bomb during the Truman administration but because he had the temerity to carry on the fight later which led to the denial of security clearance to J. Robert Oppenheimer, the noted scientist who had advocated delay. Many who are participating in the movement are unwittingly playing the Communist game. Renewal of antagonism to Mr. Strauss because of his part in attacking security risks in scientific circles was noted this week. In a news article by Edward Gamarekian, a staff reporter of the Washington "Post & Times Herald," it is stated that petitions began to be circulated last week protesting the selection of Mr. Strauss as a speaker at the meeting and banquet of the American Physical Society on May 1 in Washington. These petitions were circulated at Cornell University, Columbia University, the Argonne National Laboratory at Lemont, Ill., and the Brookhaven National Laboratory in Upton, Long Island, as well as in the Boston area. The petition stated that the invitation to Admiral Strauss to speak "gives the public impression that Admiral Strauss has the backing and respect of the scientific community" and that it would be "unfortunate" if the invitation were "construed as American Physical Society support of Admiral Strauss and his attempts to obtain Senate confirmation of his appointment as Secretary of Commerce." Communist organizations even after Stalin took Hitler unto his bosom in the first year of World War II. Most damaging, however, was Oppenheimer's lie to American military intelligence officers who wanted to know the details of a visit by a Russian agent who sought to get secrets from Oppenheimer while he was in charge of the government's atomic laboratory. It is true that after several months Oppenheimer confessed that he had lied, but this was only after the American government had established in other ways the case against the Russian. Usually when a cabinet officer is up for confirmation by the Senate, there is the customary inquiry as to his views on public questions. The feeling has always been that the President has a right to choose cabinet officers sympathetic to his own policies, irrespective of the views of the political opposition. So it seems strange that any extraneous issues should be interjected into the Strauss case. It is a mystery, too, why there is a protracted delay in the Senate in acting on the Strauss appointment. It looks like an attempt to block it by delay till the end of the present session when, if not confirmed, the nomination expires. There are some Senators active in the fight against the confirmation of Mr. Strauss who have their own antipathies—such as are involved in the controversy over government control of the public utility industry—all of which are unrelated to the friction among the scientists. Some of the scientists, on the other hand, have subtle ways of exerting pressure on the government and on Congress itself. One of the most active of the scientists on the propaganda front was never called before a certain APRIL 19 — Born have a great deal of face and the ability to obstacles and reach your ideals are high and you hard to uphold them. may. You men will be interested in public women, in those interests mainly to do with your family. You of the fair end of fine clothes and be rather extravagant names to your wardrobe. a person of changing moment, you are gay; moody and depressed. this may be due to the your mental ability often is your physical stamina get tired without realis- work too hard at a job, proper rest and re-learn to play a little the tensions will dimin- make care of your health, not as physically ro- might wish. A little than average will prob-olve your personal prob- fond of children and derable influence with would make a fine par- would wed while young will have a family of if deprived of this, you be a happy career of working as a counselor those born on this day Sherman, statesman; actress; James Allan noted aviator; Benjamin english politician; Getu- Brazilian statesman. Monday, April 20 Apr. 21-Apr. 20) — Take estimated risk today and in some unexpectedly fashion. APRIL 21-May 21) — A future, promising excel-iness returns, should our way now. Make a decision. May 22-June 21) — You combine business and with advantage to both, another fine day for you. CROSSWORD PUZZLE Answer to Yesterday's Puzzle ACROSS 7-Hats 8-Shoveler 9-Pitch 10-Wild buffalo of India 11-Hind part body 12-Curved molding 13-Fruit drink 14-Small bear There are some Senators active in the fight against the confirmation of Mr. Strauss who have their own antipathies—such as are involved in the controversy over government control of the public utility industry—all of which are unrelated to the friction among the scientists. Some of the scientists, on the other hand, have subtle ways of exerting pressure on the government and on Congress itself. One of the most active of the scientists on the propaganda front was never called before a certain committee for an investigation of his connections with Communist front organizations, and the rumors on Capitol Hill are that some Democrats of prominence helped to suppress the inquiry that was planned. The Communists will be happy if they can just "get Strauss." It is doubtful whether the Senators are aware of the true nature of the underground battle being waged against a loyal American whose courage enabled America to develop the hydrogen bomb as a factor in its deterrent force against the Soviet Union. (Copyright, 1959, New York Herald Tribune Inc.) 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