anaheim-gazette 1925-06-11

Few Turnovers In County Schools Only 5 Per Cent of Old Teachers Retire This Year Realization on the part of school boards that constant change of teachers not only works against the best interests of the children and the general morale of the schools, but entails a distinct economic loss to the taxpayers, has this year, reduced the turnover of teachers in Orange county from 50 to as low as 5 per cent, according to R. P. Mitchell, county superintendent of education. Last year, at the end of the school term, there was as high as a 50 per cent turnover in the teaching force throughout the county, caused by voluntary and enforced resignations. Many teachers resigned on account of inadequate compensation, others were offered better terms of employment in other places and quite a number failed to be re-elected by their respective boards. It was stated by the superintendent. This in turn necessitated the employment of a large number of new teachers, strangers to the children and unfamiliar with the community. In the course of the school year just brought to a close, the disadvantages and economic loss of constantly changing teachers were brought to the attention of the school trustees in various ways. Mitchell explained. As a result he added, this year there has been a manifest effort on the part of all school trustees to reduce the turnover to the lowest possible rate. Fake Physician Is Still Missing Following the example of Orange county courts, which declared forfeiture the $2000 bond posted by Rex H. W. Albrexstondare, fugitive "peapod scientist," Judge J. Russell Morton of Pasadena, also has ordered Albrexstondare's $2000 bail forfeited in the Pasadena court. Fake Physician Is Still Missing Following the example of Orange county courts, which declared forfeit the $3000 bond posted by Rex H. W. Albrexstondare, fugitive "peapod scientist," Judge J. Russell Morton of Pasadena, also has ordered Albrexstondare's $2000 bail forfeited in the Pasadena court. The "alfalfa doctor," who was charged in both counties with practicing medicine without license from the state board of medical examiners, was scheduled to appear in Pasadena June 4 for trial. His attorney, T. E. Parke, was on hand and announced his readiness of proceeding with the trial, but the court refused to proceed without the defendant present. The case was marked off the calendar and the ball forfeited. Parke told the court he had no knowledge of his client's whereabouts. Orange county officers have been searching for Albrexstondare for several weeks, since his failure to appear for sentence before Superior Judge Z. B. West, after his appeal from his conviction here had been denied by the state Supreme court. The self-styled scientist, who claims the discovery of the "secret" of youth and whose career in Southern California has been attended by much litigation, was found guilty of giving medical attention to two Orange girls, both of whom, suffering from heart ailments, died. While his appeal was pending, Albrexstondare disappeared. He later was rumored to be in New York City. A TIMELY MESSAGE No one thing in a long time has so clarified the atmosphere with regard to international problems as the same, sensible address delivered by Alanson B. Houghton, the new American ambassador to Great Britain, at a banquet given by the Pilgrim's society in London. Mr. Houghton served notice on European nations that if they desire the aid of America in the work of reconstruction they must first aid themselves. And the best way to do this, he declared, was to clear up the atmosphere of suspicion and intrigue and give some indication to the world that Europe at last was ready to follow the path to enduring peace. These assertions have been made inferentially before and they are the commonly accepted doctrine in Amelrica, but it remained for Mr. Houghton to enunciate them for the first time, candidly and in a way in which the most good could be done. Everyone in America realizes that the biggest stumbling block to reconstruction and prosperity in Europe is the mutual suspicion and distrust, the fanning of the old flames of jealousy and hatred which have so often before led to a new conflagration. Instead of pulling together for the common good, European nations seem to be con- enduring peace. These assertions have been made inferentially before and they are the commonly accepted doctrine in America, but it remained for Mr. Houghton to enunciate them for the first time, candidly and in a way in which the most good could be done. Everyone in America realizes that the biggest stumbling block to reconstruction and prosperity in Europe is the mutual suspicion and distrust, the fanning of the old flames of jealousy and hatred which have so often before led to a new conflagration. Instead of pulling together for the common good the European nations seem to be constantly looking for an opportunity to put something over on the other fellow. To do this they are willing, wherever possible, to enlist the aid of Uncle Sam, with or without his knowledge or consent. But Uncle Sam does not want to be a catspaw in international politics and he is not going to be. Europe will have to cut out the foolishness and get down to brass tacks, or Uncle Sam will look elsewhere for a place to spend his money. Mr. Houghton's warning is a very proper and a very timely one. It was delivered in an admirable way and proves what we have suspected for some time, that Mr. Houghton is a diplomat and a statesman of the highest rank. Mark Sullivan characterizes Mr. Houghton as a comer in American political affairs, and Mr. Sullivan is right. Santa Fe Pays Big Sum in Death Plan Payments amounting to $2,008,744 have been paid to dependents of deceased employees by the Santa Fe railroad since the establishment of the death plan, July 1, 1916. The average payment was $935. After being with the company for a parlor of two years, the employes are eligible to receive, or rather their dependents may claim, death benefits. A nominal sum of $1.25 per month is collected from all employes, which entitles them to all hospital benefits and the participation in the death benefit plan. CROP OUTLOOK IN CALIFORNIA Abundant rains fell in parts of California during April and May and agricultural conditions are greatly improved. Well informed fruit believe there will be a movement from the state this year of 70,000 cars of grapes, as compared with 54,000 cars last year, and that the deciduous fruit movement will reach 17,000 cars. Late rains damaged early cherries and Gravenstein apples, also hay. Conditions of various crops this year, compared with 1924, are as follows: Apricots, 64 per cent normal, last year 66 per cent; pears, 84 and 70; plums, 81 and 78; peaches, 82 and 77; prunes, 66 and 68; Gravenstein apples, 25 and 60; other apples, 57 and 64; almonds, 55 and 61 per cent. The Santa Fe has approximately 10,-000 refrigerator cars stored in California awaiting the fruit and vegetable movement, and it has a large number of others which will be brought into the state as soon as needed. Practically all of this equipment, including locomotives, of which there is a surplus, is in first class condition. Transcontinental schedules were maintained with Injment at Concordia Park Sunday, June 14th Four Injured in Sunday Accidents Report No Fatalities in County Last Sunday Four persons were injured and one "hit and run" motorist is in the Orange county jail, as a result of week-end traffic accidents in Orange county. None of the injured was seriously hurt. Alverto Alverez, Long Beach, is in the county jail, charged with failure to give aid, after the car he was driving is alleged to have struck Jose Flores, 27, 524 First street, Santa Ana, as Flores was crossing the street at Fourth and Main. The accident occurred at 1:45 p.m., when the streets were crowded with people. According to the police report, Alverez passed a car at the intersection and raced across the safety lines, striking the pedestrian as he walked in the safety zone. Flores was taken to the Santa Ana Valley hospital, where an injury to his leg was given medical attention. He later returned to his home. Alverez was arrested by Officer V. F. Mohn, who was on duty at the intersection at the time. Mohn said Alverez did not stop his car until he was overtaken, a half block from the scene of the accident. Frances Sterbert, 1143 South Figueron street, Los Angeles, suffered a broken jaw bone, when the car which she was riding, driven by D. S. Reed, 1703 West Adams street, Los Angeles, collided with an automobile driven by H. G. Morgan, 2144 North Thirtieth street, San Diego, on the San Diego highway, five miles south of Tustin. She was given treatment in the Santa Ana Valley hospital, and later returned home. According to an accident report made at the police station by Reed, the San Diego car "cut in" from behind a truck, striking his machine, head-on. Both cars are said to have overturned. No one in the Morgan car was reported injured. The program for the day and meet, which is to begin at 9 o'clock sharp, is as follows: 9:00 a.m. — Field meet. Running broad jump, 100-yard dash, shot-put. 10:00 a.m. — Apparatus events. Horizontal bar parallel, side and long horse. 11:30 a.m. — Practice of mass drill. 12:00 a.m. — Barbecue. 1:30 p.m. — Finals in field meet. 3:30 p.m. — Concert. A feature which should oo of interest to all is the popular male choirs which will be heard in concert throughout the afternoon. The singing organizations of the Los Angeles Germania, Festchor Club, San Diego Concordia and Anaheim Concordia will be heard. Professor Meher will be one of the busiest men in the park. He is the director of three of the male choirs; namely, the Los Angeles Germania, Anaheim Concordia and the Festchor Club of Los Angeles. Professor Meher is an international famed leader and musician. He has led some of the largest singing organizations in the Rhineland, in Europe. The recently appointed German council for the state of California, Mr. Hagen, was the former leader of the Festchor Club, and this club will be heard for the first time under the new leader. Worsdma, the famous international senator, who was recently heard at the orange show, will be heard on the theatre program, which begins at 5:15 p.m. Mr. Wousdma is a thorough student of music, having spent many years of study in the conservatories in Europe, the mother of music. He is a tenor of very rich voice, and sings in several languages, among them German, Italian and French. He is one of the singers who can successfully sing the Wagner operas. Pew Russian and German sincers have been successful in handling these difficult operas. As a singer as Caruso was, he never successfully able to sing the Wagner songs. remarkable regularity in 1924, and all concerned realize the importance of doing as well or better this season. Citrus fruit prices will be exceptionally good unless the unforgotten happens. The navel orange crop to move this fall should be normal or better. The cantaloupe area in the San Joaquin valley this year is over 7000 acres; casabas, 9000; watermelons, 2600; cotton, $4,000; the latter being more than double the average in 1924. The imperial valley will produce about 15,000 cars of cantaloupes this year. Wheat, barley and oats show a condition of about 90 per cent normal compared with 50 per cent at this time last year; tame hay is 90 per cent normal, and wild hay 97 per cent. The raisin crop this year is estimated at 325,000 tons, and rapid disposition is being made of last year's crop of 160,000 tons. The prune market shows a falling off and there will be a holdover from 1924 when the new crop comes in. Pasture conditions being 91 per cent normal, the cattle market is fairly good; sheep and lambs, fair. The lumber market is fair and petroleum production shows a slight increase. The employment situation is improving, although there still is an over supply of unskilled labor. There continues to be a noticeable growth in the southern part of the state, with a corresponding increase. The program for the day and meet, which is to begin at 9 o'clock sharp, is as follows: 9:00 a.m. — Field meet. Running broad jump, 100-yard dash, shot-put. 13:00 a.m. — Apparatus events. Horizontal bar, parallel, side and long horse. 11:30 a.m. — Practice of mass drill. 12:00 m. — Barbecue. 1:30 p.m. — Finals in field meet. 3:30 p.m. — Concert. 4:00 p.m. — Awarding of prizes. 5:15 p.m. — Concert and theatre Contests of activity for both sexes will be held at the same hour. Singing will be held throughout the afternoon. This carnival meet will be of interest to all, for it will be a marvelous exhibition of skill on the various apparatus by capable artists. The mass drill, which will be held in the afternoon, will be a splendid display, as here both men and women will perform the exercises in rhythm, with military precision. It is estimated that attraction will draw several thousand spectators from Southland. A barbecue for 500 persons has been prepared by experts of the Anaheim Reef Company. This meet will appeal to both young and old, for there are to be contestants of both ages and sexes. It should easily prove to be the gala sport day of the sporting calendar, and well worth going many miles to see, for it is very unusual for Orange county to witness such a meet. An attractive price of only 25 cents is charged, which is within the means of all. IOWA PICNIC The Orange county Iowa picnic will be held in Birch Park, Santa Ana, Saturday, June 13. Handshaking and registration begin at 11 a.m., basket dinner at 12 m. Speaking begins at 1:30 n.m. President Walter F. Dexter of Whittier college is the principal speaker. He will make you laugh and feel proud of your heritage. Other spicy addresses by good men and women. Readings by Mrs. Elliott, as usual. Fine violin music by Jack Langley. He took the county prize. C.H. Parsons of Los Angeles will be there. He says we have 20,000 lowans in Orange county. Let's get acquainted. Everybody welcome. El Centro, Imperial county, will hold an automobile show June 6-12. BLUE PRINTS Negatives, Blue and Black Lines New Machinery WRIGHT BLUE PRINT SHOP Phone 2681-W 403 N. Birch Street Santa Ana California BLUE PRINTS Negatives, Blue and Black Lines New Machinery WRIGHT BLUE PRINT SHOP Phone 2681-W 403 N. Birch Street Santa Ana California "Buy in Orange County" A Paying Saving Bring in your car and let us give you a price on refinishing it with Lacquer, and putting on a new top. Your Car Will Look Like New And you can drive it for a year or more at a paying saving. EDDY'S AUTO PAINT & TOP SHOP Cor. North Los Angeles and Cypress Sr. 2 blocks north of flagpole INDIFFERENCE TO CRIME The President constructively criticised certain conditions existent in this country, in his Memorial Day address at Arlington cemetery. In particular he inveighed against the prevalence of crime and the general disregard of law. He asserted that, as a nation, "our attitude toward the prevention and punishment of crime needs more serious attention." This is gospel truth. It is startling to note the reaction of men and women of prominence and substantiality toward violators of law and toward those who are sworn to maintain the law. There is mere sympathy with the criminal, oftentimes, than there is with the legal machinery maintained to combat crime and to protect the people against it. There is not that general end unnislakable abhorrence of crime which should exist and which should find expression as a moral influence deterring from the committing of crime. There is not the attention given to moral training of children that should be given. Boys and girls are not thoroughly indoctrinated with the abhorrent nature of crime, they are not taught to regard it as repellent, dangerous, disgraceful and intolerable. Instead, they frequently hear their elders express sympathy for criminals, and utter criticism of those who enforce the law. There is need of a national awakening on this subject. There is need of a changed attitude toward criminality. There is need of greater respect for law from all elements of citizenry. NOW in effect excursion rates back east Excursion fare to Eastern Points and to National Parks will be on sale every day this summer. Diverse routes and stopover privileges going and returning. Excursion fare to Eastern Points and to National Parks will be on sale every day this summer. Diverse routes and stopover privileges going and returning. Visit Salt Lake City, Denver and Rocky Mountain National Park at no extra fare. Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon, Cedar Breaks and Yellowstone may be reached by short and inexpensive side trips. Just One Example—CHICAGO $86.00 Union Pacific G. G. BEEBE, Agent, Union Pacific Station 519 E. Center St. Telephone 729 STEAMSHIP AND AROUND THE WORLD TICKETS Is Six-Tenth of a Cent too Much to Pay for Prestige? Every business letter you dictate costs an average of 17 cents. This includes stenographer’s salary, your time, and the cost of stationery. In this cost, stationery is by far the smallest item. The difference between cheap paper and good paper—wooddy printing and good printing—represents just about six-tenths of a cent per letter. Is this too much to pay for prestige? 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