anaheim-bulletin 1959-04-21

FIRST BICYCLE TEST COURSE RECEIVES PAINT — Members of City of Anaheim Property Maintenance Department, Abel Ebert and Jim Houten, lay down the paint on the riding test course at Roosevelt School while interested pupils (at recess) look on. The first of more than 20 such courses to be painted at elementary schools in the city, the painters finished in good time and moved on to the Lincoln School. Scholarships Available From Polio Foundation The Bulletin ORANGE COUNTY NEWS SECTION B Tuesday, April 21, 1959 FOUR COUNTS Scholarships Available From Polio Foundation The Orange County Chapter of The National Foundation announced today that, with less than one month to go before the deadline for filing applications for its 1959 Health Scholarships, only two Orange County young people have applied for scholarships in nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, medicine and medical social work. All applications for four-year financial assistance in these fields, amounting to a total of $2,000 per student, must be received by The National Foundation, 800 Second Avenue, New York, 17, N. Y., by May 1st, said John McKittrick, Chapter Chairman. The March of Dimes scholarships in nursing, physical therapy and occupational therapy are being offered to high school seniors; those in medicine and medical social work to upper classmen in college. "Time is running out," said McKittrick. "Many young people who have been thinking of the end of the school term in June as the time to decide what to do and where to go for higher education probably don't realize that it will be too late by then to qualify for one of these awards." "Careers in the health field are exciting and rewarding—and demands for the services of well-trained men and women far exceed the supply. By starting their education for health professions now, qualified young people can equip themselves for a future in which the specter of unemployment is non-existent and will be for many years to come." McKittrick said it would be a tragedy if opportunities for March of Dimes assistance for college work were missed "simply because it is spring and May 1st seems a long way off." Supervisors Set May 1 The Bulletin ORANGE COUNTY NEWS SECTION B Tuesday, April 21, 1959 FOUR COUNTS Morals Rap Faces Former BP Teacher BUENA PARK — A former grammar school teacher was arrested by police late yesterday afternoon on charges stemming from incidents involving small boys, officers reported. Robert Emmett Hanrahan, 27, of Long Beach, who up until recently was employed by the Buena Park Elementary School District at the 8th Street School, was booked into the Orange County Jail late yesterday after an exhaustive investigation by Buena Park detectives and the District Attorney's office of Orange County. Hanrahan was charged with four counts of felony child molesting. The incidents all allegedly took place on the grounds of the school, some in Hanrahan's room, others in the boys' restroom. Hanrahan was freed last night on a $5,000 bond and is slated to appear in Anaheim-Fullerton Municipal Court May.7 for arraignment on the charges against him. The incidents first came to light when parents of the youngsters involved contacted Buena Park police. Upon questioning, the boys told investigators of the alleged occurrences which, according to reports took place while class was in session, after school and during school hours in the boys' restroom. One of the lads stated to officers that Hanrahan had "told me what a good boy I was and then sat me on his lap." It was during this time that one of the alleged incidents took place, reports said. Another of the boys told investigators that he had been asked to stay after school "to draw" and that Hanrahan allegedly made advances to him on these occasions, reports said. Hanrahan allegedly used the boys' restroom on occasion and exposed himself to youngsters, reports said. Supervisors Set May 1 As County Loyalty Day By Orange County News Service May 1 has been designated as "Loyalty Day" throughout Orange County by the Board of Supervisors. In the formal resolution, the board has proclaimed the day as one "for reconsecration to the principles of our nation, and to the utmost loyalty in the protection of all for which our country stands." "Loyalty Day" is being proclaimed throughout the nation as a counter measure to the Communist-inspired May Day observances throughout Europe. Buena Park Will Offer Night Swimming Classes BUENA PARK — Beginning May 2 the Buena Park High School swimming pool will be open Saturdays and Sundays for swimmers who can't trek to the beach, it was just announced by the park and recreation department. Also on tap is a two-night swimming instruction class which will begin during May on Tuesday and Thursday nights. On the May 2 schedule is a breakdown for two periods on the week end, the first of which will begin at 11:30 a.m. and run until 2:30 p.m. The second period begins at 2:30 p.m. and will run until 8 p.m. Admission is 25 cents for children and 50 cents for adults. The two-night-a-week Tuesday-Thursday swim class schedule will begin the same week as the week-end swim periods. Interested parties may register for a course of instruction at the Park and Recreation Office at Recreation Park, 8th and Knott Aves. Beginners will enter the water at 7 p.m. and stay wet until 8 p.m. At 8 p.m. intermediate swimmers will take instruction until 9 p.m. One juvenile boy, 17-years-old, placed in custody after being apprehended in a stolen car Sunday night, while his companion in crime, also a juvenile, is still being sought by police. The Lakewood youth and his companion were observed in the car reported stolen earlier by Glen Lester Ranson, of Lynwood. The two car thiefs were backed into a driveway at 1773 W. Lincoln where they were switching their positions on the driver's seat, when the officer approached after parking his squad car. Upon his approach the unapprehended youth jumped from the car, and ran north behind the Typewriter Service Shop where he leaped a fence and made good his escape. In the meantime, the Lakewood boy put the stolen vehicle in gear and drove away onto Lincoln Ave. At Euclid he made a right turn going south, but was quickly stopped by the pursuing officer who overtook him on Euclid, between Lincoln and Broadway. The youth, according to police, readily admitted stealing the car and implicated his companion, who has a prior conviction for car theft. Navy Offers Recruits Nuclear Field Training "The high school graduate can qualify for training in the Navy's Nuclear Field Program prior to actual enlistment," said Navy Recruiters in Anaheim's Post Office today. However, he must have plenty 'upstairs'. If found qualified under a series of examinations, he is classified as a 'Nuclear Field Seaman Recruit,' and after basic training in San Diego, is sent to school in New London, Conn., Chief Boatswain's Mate Hal Hall of the recruiting office said today. This is a wonderful opportunity for young men to embark on an entirely new technical career, said Chief Hall, "and at the same time, serve in one of the oldest organizations in the country, the U.S. Navy. Young men interested in a career in the Nuclear Field, Electronics, Guided Missiles, or any one of over 60 other specialties in the Navy, are invited to contact the Navy Recruiter whose office is located at 113 W. Broadway, Post Office Building." Fullerton Council, Planner On Largest Annexation Land Move Extends to Placentia Borders on West and North Sides FULLERTON (OCNS) — What could become Fullerton's biggest annexation, extending to Placentia's west and north boundaries, got under way with special City Council and Planning Commission sessions yesterday morning. Containing 340 acres, Valencia Grove Annexation No. 6 was given tentative approval by the council at 9:15 a.m. Five minutes later, the commission approved the request by the area resident to annex, and another council meeting was called for 2 p.m. The annexation boundaries, starting at Fullerton's present boundaries extend east from just north of Chapman Ave. At Placentia Ave., following Placentia's boundaries, the line goes north to a point 640 feet south of Madison Ave. for 701 feet, skirting Placentia's tiny Annexation 59-5. It continues north along Placentia's boundary just west of Diane Ave., cutting easterly north of Sheree Ave. to Bradford Ave., north 660 feet, west 1,340 feet, north 660 feet, and west 1,295 feet to Placentia Ave. Turning north 660 feet just past to Bradford Ave., leaving a 60-acre L-shaped parcel in county territory. Going north 510-feet to Palm Dr., it again goes west to Placentia Ave., south 668 feet, west 744 feet, north 845 feet and west to Fullerton's limits, then straight south to the starting point. City Administrator Herman Hiltscher reported almost 100 per cent approval on the unofficial request to annex. He said there are approximately 25 parcels under separate ownership and 50 registered voters. The 60-acre L-shaped parcel may be added to the annexation by 2 p.m. Hiltscher said one of the owners of the three parcels, surrounded on three sides by the proposed anhex, may return with sig- Police Log Anaheim Monday 12:17 a.m. Lakewood juvenile booked for grand theft auto after being apprehended at 1773 W. Lincoln by Officer Goulet. Transported to juvenile hall. 11:30 a.m. Officer Fisher brought in a juvenile boy, booked for grand theft auto and released to parents. 2:30 p.m. Juvenile boy booked for grand theft auto and released to parents. 2:33 p.m. Received call from fire department reporting a structural fire at 902 W. Broadway. Officer standing by to assist in traffic. 3:29 p.m. Numan Henry Sanford, 72, 17402 E. North St., reports his house broken into. 4:50 p.m. Robert Clair Balmer, 2033 W. Elm St., reports his vehicle damaged at the Alpha Beta Mkt. parking lot at East and Center Sts. Hit and run. 5:35 p.m. Carol L. La Volx, 501 Danbrook Dr., reports juveniles throwing rocks at her home. 9:30 p.m. Mrs. Egan, 2762 Glencrest Ave., reports numerous prowlers. Buena Park Monday 12:10 p.m. Stolen License Plates: Reported by George Pappas, 6146 Grand Ave. 12:15 p.m. Truck stalled on tracks; Reported to be at Grand Ave., and the vicinity of 9th St. 11:50 p.m. Window Broken By BB: Reported by Mr. Johnson of the Dutch Haven Tract. Window broken in home at 7962 El Monte. 4:50 p.m. Reckless Driving: Reported to be in vicinity of 6900 block San Bruno. 5:00 p.m. Petty Theft: Shop Lifting: Reported by Richard Ristol of Thrifty Drug. Juvenile suspect in custody. 5:05 p.m. Burglary: Reported by Charles Aughenbough, 6701 Naomi. Sewing machine taken from home. 5:40 p.m. Arrested: Robert Emaries extend east from just north of Chapman Ave. At Placentia Ave., following Placentia's boundaries, the line goes north to a point 640 feet south of Madison Ave. for 701 feet, skirting Placentia's tiny Annexation 59-5. It continues north along Placentia's boundary just west of Diane Ave., cutting easterly north of Sheree Ave. to Bradford Ave., north 660 feet, west 1,340 feet, north 660 feet, and west 1,295 feet to Placentia Ave. Turning north 660 feet just past Pioneer Ave., it then swings back City Administrator Herman Hiltscher reported almost 100 per cent approval on the unofficial request to annex. He said there are approximately 25 parcels under separate ownership and 50 registered voters. The 60-acre Le-shaped parcel may be added to the annexation by 2 p.m. Hiltscher said one of the owners of the three parcels, surrounded on three sides by the proposed anhex, may return with signatures for inclusion by the time the council meets again. The commission recommended that the 60 acres be added. If it is added, and the annexation is successful, it will be the largest single addition to Fullerton territory. The largest annexation to date was Orangethorpe No. 2, containing 388 acres and annexed in January, 1954. Hiltscher said the city could add the 60 acres but reiterated the city's policy of "annexing only upon request." Planning Commission Chairman Ralph McLean commented the annexation "is significant to the new state college (on Fullerton's eastern limits) which should have zoning under the control of one municipality. Hiltscher told planners, in reply to their question, that Fullerton is already furnishing water "to most of the area, as far east as Carolyn Dr." He said the water development master plan has taken into account the "possibility" of such annexations eastward. City Attorney Stan Christensen said the council scheduled the 2 p.m. session to approve the circulation of an official petition. He said another special meeting may be called Tuesday, but that councilmen may take additional actions in the long technical chain of required annexation meetings at Tuesday night's regular meeting. After the petitions are submitted, the council will set an election date. County Counsel To Draft Rules For Ambulances Continuing his investigation of the need for regulations for ambulance services in the County, Claire Nelson, Fifth District Supervisor, met with representatives of the ambulance services yesterday. Principal spokesman for the No Draft Rules For Ambulances Continuing his investigation of the need for regulations for ambulance services in the County, Claire Nelson, Fifth District Supervisor, met with representatives of the ambulance services yesterday. Principal spokesman for the group of ambulance service operators was Don Bowers, operator of Bowers Ambulance Service in Garden Grove. Bowers presented a list of recommendations which had been voted at a meeting of the ambulance service operators last week, which included a list of controls that they felt should be maintained. The recommendations were signed by the operators of eleven ambulance services throughout the County. Expressing an attitude of complete cooperation with the county and cities in their efforts to adopt uniform county-wide regulations, the statement of the ambulance operators said in part, "We believe if the general outline presented could be followed on a county-wide basis, it would result in a uniform regulation that would benefit all parties concerned." Included in the recommendations of the ambulance operators was the licensing of all such operations, the establishment of standards for drivers and attendants, the regulation of equipment to be carried by ambulances, control of safety equipment on vehicles, requirement for proof of adequate insurance and controls on the number of ambulance operations permitted under a "Certificate of Public Necessity." A request was also made for the control of rate schedules. Following this meeting, a draft of a proposed ordinance will be drawn up by the County Counsel's Office, and a second meeting will be held with City Administrators for further discussions on ambulance ordinances within the various cities of the County. Planners Work xation for City Need for Vehicle Safety Check In Anaheim Told Plans for a community vehicle safety check to take place in the City of Anaheim during the week of May 25, are well under way according to Arvid Moe and Bill Pearson, co-chairmen for the event. Both have been engaged in contacting business firms, talking to individuals and groups relative to the value and possibilities of such a program for Anaheim. With sponsorship definitely established by the Anaheim Chamber of Commerce through its Traffic and Safety Committee chaired by Harry Barnes, the co-chairmen for the vehicle safety check have been busy in their attempt to establish plans that will involve motorists of the entire city. Larry Patterson (left), president of the Orange County Executives Club, congratulates Clair Van Etten as member of the local organization. Van Etten is regional director of the Corning Glass Works. The ceremonies took place during the group's regular monthly meeting at Restaurant at the Disneyland Hotel. (Bulletin Photo) Mont Music Students Spring Concert The musical department of Fremont Junior High presents their spring concert featuring the concert orchestra on Thursday evening, April 23, at 7:30 PM. Fremont Junior High Auditorium, Schwalbe, the director of the band and orchestra, came this past fall. Selections to be played are "March" by Purcell; "The Faun" by Debussy; Highlights from the "Music Man" and "Psalm 18" by Marcello will be guest-conducted byolds from the Anaheim High School music department. No admission charge for this concert. And orchestra have recently been engaged in a candy promotion to raise money for new uniforms. Besides netting uniforms there has been competition for the individual best salesman. Students who lead thus far in the candy by Lindstrom, Dick Cotton, Linda McLemore, Christiearon Mims and Janis Railsback, all members of the staff of the contest will be announced on Thursday evening. Traffic Citations Written in Stanton Force officers wrote 60 driving citations Friday day, Police Chief E. reported. were given on High-way 39 for speeding or passing on the right lane shoulder. Average number of tickets written on a week end is 20, the chief said. Sanitarium Patient Takes Own Life SAN CLEMENTE (OCNS) — George P. Brignell of Laguna Beach committed suicide in the Capistrano By The Sea Sanitarium here yesterday afternoon. Dep. Coroner Frank Hanson told OCNS the 47-year-old man used a cord from his bath robe to strangle himself to death. The cord was wrapped around a bath room door knob and then formed into a noose. Brignell's body was found by a sanitarium attendant at 12:40. Hanson said Brignell had been dead only a short while. The body was removed to Laguna Beach Funeral Home. Despondency over ill health was blamed for the act. ARDS WON — These three students schools in this area won cash awards finals of the Bank of America Achievements program. Shown are (from left) Mendenhall, chairman of the Judging Georga Trodd, Fullerton Union High School; Evelyn Cavanaugh, Garden Grove High School; Margaret Kishiyama, Anaheim Union High School, and R. B. Wright, coordinator, and vice president and manager of the Santa Ana Main Office, Bank of America, presenting checks.