anaheim-gazette 1926-04-01

THE ANAHEIM GAZETTE ISSUED EVERY THURSDAY HENRY KUCHEL, Editor and Proprietor SUBSCRIPTION PER YEAR ... $1.50 SIX MONTHS ... $1.00 THREE MONTHS ... $ .50 Entered at the Anaheim, California, Post Office as second class matter. EDITORIAL NOTES STATE FINANCES AMPLE THE finances of the state of California are in an excellent condition at present and the outlook for the future is most hopeful, according to George G. Radcliff, chairman of the state board of control. Credit for this condition of affairs goes, he says, to Governor Friend W. Richardson, whose wise and economical administration has been responsible for the state's financial stability. From the condition of affairs now, the state will be able to meet the added expenditures without any strain on its present tax system. "The institutions of the state are well cared for. In fact, the instructions from the governor to the board of control are that the wards of the state are the state's primary concern and every effort must be made to see that the institutions in which these wards are cared for shall be adequate to the demands upon them. The results we have secured in following the governor's explicit instructions in this respect lead us to believe that we have been successful. There have been no complaints from any of the institutions regarding the management or administration of the institutions. "The last legislature provided a building project involving $5,000,000, and the board of control has been active in trying to carry out the program and get the most possible for the money. We are adding to state hospitals, and are committed to the cottage plan. In fact, we are building nothing but cottages and additions to state hospitals. "A new building is being added to San Quentin prison to house the female prisoners. It should be ready by fall and will fill a long felt need." THE IMMIGRATION QUESTION The phenomenal growth of this country in population has never been equaled in history. Since the time that Columbus made his mistake and discovered a new continent instead of a new route to India, America has been the dumping ground for the excess population of the European countries. There has been a continuous, ever-increasing stream of humanity, from all parts of the world, flowing into the United States. Most of the earlier settlers came to this country to escape religious and political persecution. They represented some of the best blood of Europe and other lands and were resolved to establish a nation where tolerance of different religious beliefs would be observed and the rights of man preserved. English, French, German, Ccotch, Irish and people of various other descents fought for the independence of this country and sacrificed their lives to maintain it. Out of the intermingling of these and the fusing of the different races spang the American. Having to face the dangers and hardships of a frontier land, the pioneer was dependent upon his own ingenuity and ability for continued existence and only the strongest were able to survive. Surrounded by such environments, he developed distinct characteristics and although he has different traits inherited from his ancestry, he cannot be likened unto any of them. The influx of foreigners during the first two and a half centuries was small enough for them to become Americanized and no serious consequences resulted. The increase of aliens in the last half century has been so abundant as to be a detriment, rather than an aid, to the progress of the United States. It is reported that the growth in population has been more than 19,000,000 in the last 16 years. The population now is about 115,000,000 of whom a large per cent are either foreign-born or of foreign-born parents. Natural increase would mean about 20,000,000 in the year 2000. Experts in economy, politics, sociology and kindred subjects having to do with the welfare of mankind, agree that the population of the United States should not go far beyond 150,000,000 if American ideals are to be maintained indefinitely. Out of the estimated 14,000,000 foreign-born in the country a few years ago less than half were naturalized, about 3,000,000 could not speak the English language, while an equal number could not read it. Some of our large cities are mostly composed of aliens, in the factories large groups are found working together who never speak a word in English, and even the post office department advertises its postal savings system in 24 different languages. It seems that the "melting pot" in America has ceased to function. Possibly it has been overworked. But few laws have been passed in the last 10 years to lighten its duties. U.S. ANIMALS British newspapers pressing the opener over the county of Nations will the United State damage League States. What to grasp is that templating joints. Few people grudge any good do toward keepers. But there is little political policy looks toward the League of Nations. Doubtless there has been handled past few weeks all the more States is not at will not postpone the League co-ordination is considerable for the United States. Transcript, a friendly to the "The Europeans will be sorely at believe, as repentance this opinion regarde Sentiment in entirely through strong against League as it disarmament delayed for this is called the b." mankind, agree that the population of the United States should not go far beyond 150,000,000 if American ideals are to be maintained indefinitely. Out of the estimated 14,000,000 foreign-born in the country a few years ago less than half were naturalized, about 3,000,000 could not speak the English language, while an equal number could not read it. Some of our large cities are mostly composed of aliens, in the factories large groups are found working together who never speak a word in English, and even the post office department advertises its postal savings system in 24 different languages. It seems that the "melting pot" in America has ceased to function. Possibly it has been overworked. But few laws have been passed in the last 10 years to lighten its duties. In February, 1924, an immigration law was enacted by Congress limiting the quota of immigrants from each country, and this has done much to help stem the tide of aliens. Yet despite the fact that it has been clearly manifest that these laws need to be even more stringent, bills are being introduced into Congress to amend this law. Newspapers proclaim the hardships inflicted by the restrictive ordinance; sentimentalists grieve over the separted families—"pilgrims" turned back at the threshold. They would have them all admitted, be they criminally inclined, physically disabled, or what not. It would be ideal if the bars could be let down, if they could all be welcomed with opened arms, but if the future is to be provided for, if American ideals and principles are to be preserved, it is impossible. The immigrants of today come not so much in search of a permanent home, nor actuated by love of this country, but through the lure of wealth, the belief that they will be able to get rich quickly in the United States. Being disappointed in this belief, becoming poverty stricken, they often turn to criminal means to obtain a living; they fill our penal institutions and are a burdensome expense to the government, a parasite on the people. Socialist organizations find among them fertile fields to promulgate their teachings for the ultimate downfall of American tenets. It is hoped that Congress, in order to keep the United States from reaching the saturation point, to ward off the degeneration of our social and economic life, and thus assure America's posterity of a land of plenty, will enact even more stringent immigration laws. The use of the whipping post in Delaware works well for the insurance companies. They have reduced by one-third their charges for insurance against burglary and other criminal acts. Burglars do not like a state where being arrested means being lashed. If some of the older institutions of torture—the boot, rack and thumbscrew—were added to the whipping post, insurance might fall even lower. The professional criminal is usually timid and dreads pain. It is fear of a beating, often, that leads him to kill. FORESTRY WEEK TO BE OBSERVED Assurances that American Forestry Week will receive the widespread attention merited was the outcome of a meeting held at the offices of the Conservation Association of Southern California last week. Acting on the suggestion of Federal Forester George Cecil and County Forester Spence D. Turner, representatives of various interests formulated a plan whereby service and fraternal organizations, together with the American Legion, will place before the public the matter of forestation as an actual necessity more thoroughly than ever before. Those attending the meeting were: H. S. Ryerson, manager Conservation Association of Southern California; George Barnes, American Reforestation Association; George Cecil, district forester; Harold B. Landreth, member state Legion forestry committee; I. J. O'Leary, Pasadena American Legion; R. Dick Lee, commander Hollywood post American Legion; Everett R. Stanford, member state Legion forestry committee; William R. Tanner, assistant supervisor Los Angeles city schools; Spence D. Turner, county forester. Chairman H. S. Ryerson states that a meeting will be held on Friday, April 2, at which time representatives will adopt final plans for procedure. The sponsors for the week's activities for the state of California include: California state board of forestry, California Development Association, United States agricultural extension service, United States forest service, California forestry committee, California department of American Legion, California State Association of Elks, Conservation Association of Southern California, which latter organization, acting through the committee above named, will be the clearing house for all activities in Southern California. The American Legion and Elks lodge have volunteered leadership in the educational program this year. U. S. AND THE LEAGUE 'Dancing Mothers' At the California If you are one who has become tired of comedy; if "western" stuff bores you; if spectacles no longer enthuse you; if you are one of that army of theatergoers who have any of the above symptoms—then you should enjoy Herbert Brenon's newest picture, "Dancing Mothers," which will be shown at the West Coast California theater, Anaheim, Friday and Saturday of this week. "Dancing Mothers" is adapted from the stage success by Selwyn-Goulding. It is a society drama and is pronounced one of the truly enjoyable pictures of the season, so different from lots of the screen features that it's novelty has made it a real success. Conway Tearle is cast in the role of the bachelor, with whom the mother (Alice Joyce) eventually falls in love while trying to keep her daughter from doing that very thing. Clara Bow, as the flapper daughter, is one of the three featured stars. "Dancing Mothers" is the tale of a mother who was almost cheated out of her life by a heartless husband and a thoughtless daughter, and it is said to draw a moral which might be followed by many people in real life. The other screen features on this bill are furnished by a Cameo comedy, "Wake Up," and an Aesop fable. Saturday night there will be a special showing of Mack Sennett's popular picture, "Suzanna," in which Mabel Normand plays the leading role. FOR SALE—40 acres, improved, near Fresno; sandy silt soil. Will accept property in Fullerton or Anaheim. Address Owner, $16 Guaranty Bldg., Hollywood, Calif. 3-25-2t workers eventually brings the investigator to the fact that it is our immense home market which makes the present enviable situation possible, and that this home market is fostered principally by the protective tariff. United States forest service, California forestry committee, California department of American Legion, California State Association of Elks, Conservation Association of Southern California, which latter organization, acting through the committee above named, will be the clearing house for all activities in Southern California. The American Legion and Elks lodge have volunteered leadership in the educational program this year. U. S. AND THE LEAGUE British newspapers are editorially expressing the opinion that the squabble over the council seats in the League of Nations will delay the adherence of the United States to the League and damage League sentiment in the United States. What Europeans seem unable to grasp is that Uncle Sam is not contemplating joining the League of Nations. Few people in America will begrudge any good that the League can do toward keeping the peace in Europe. But there is little or no sentiment in any political party in America which looks toward the United States joining the League of Nations. Doubtless the way League politics has been handled at Geneva during the past few weeks will make Americans all the more thankful that the United States is not a League member, but it will not postpone our ratification of the League covenant because no such ratification is contemplated by any considerable following of the League in the United States. Doubtless European hopes of our entering the macclostrom were magnified by our joining the World Court with reservations and our agreement to attend the disarmament conference. But this did not mean that the United States was contemplating joining the League of Nations. It is reported at Washington that one reason for the delay of the arms conference was that the European nations desired to find out whether the United States was not ready to join in a closer participation in international affairs. Commenting on this supposition, the Boston Transcript, a newspaper more than friendly to the administration says: "The European countries anxious to get the United States into the League will be sorely disappointed if they really believe, as reported, that recent events mean this country has changed its opinion regarding joining the League. Sentiment in Washington and apparently throughout the country is as strong against membership in the League as it ever has been. If the disarmament conference really has been delayed for this reason, the quicker it is called the better." WHY WE PROSPER Representatives of British labor have been sent to America to investigate conditions and to find out, if possible, just why wages and living conditions in the United States for the working people are so much higher and better than in Europe. In America the workers eventually brings the investigator to the fact that it is our immense home market which makes the present enviable situation possible, and that this home market is fostered principally by the protective tariff. Here is a picture just received from the Tigers' training camp, showing the veteran star trying out his orbs on the pesky pill. Cobb had an operation performed on his eyes and is wearing a special mask for protection. IN line with Tomer Co. securities he erally in O Edison Co. to everyone Preferred s one share or on th share, per This exce partner in aged Electr States on s We believe in California have not been able to make for themselves a Company's securities, will now take advantage To the present 85,000 stockholders of the Company be notified by mail when to return their present $100 each to be exchanged for new certificates four shares of the new $25.00 par value for one WHY WE PROSPER Representatives of British labor have been sent to America to investigate conditions and to find out, if possible, just why wages and living conditions in the United States for the working people are so much higher and better than in Europe. In America the working men for the most part have comfortable homes, plenty of nourishing food, and in many instances automobiles to go to and from their daily work. Conditions such as these are unheard of in Europe. It is said that the British workers are finding out that our workmen prosper because of their efficiency, the greater output of their efforts, through the practice of mass production. This is doubtless true, but might it not be worth while also to inquire as to why conditions have come about which make possible the present situation with regard to our labor. Of course the American worker is intelligent and efficient, but some of this intelligence and efficiency is the result of his improved conditions rather than the cause. It is the fact that he has a good home, plenty of food and a savings account which makes him efficient and intelligent. And the mass production which improves his output is due to a steady market. This steady market is furnished principally by the people of the United States. It is a home market, and the home market is preserved, and a great steady production made possible by the protective tariff. If we were on a free trade basis, we would be competing with European nations in our great home market, as well as in the world markets. Our manufacturers would be up against European dumping, and our working men would be competing with a European wage scale which does not take into account comfortable homes, good food and bank accounts. Mass production would not be possible under such conditions and we would soon be on an economic level with Europe. Any investigation of our prosperity, and the improved condition of our SAFETY Fire and thieves are an ever threatening menace to your money, your valuable papers and jewelry—and your peace of mind. Absolute safety can be had for but a trifling sum. Don't worry—don't be afraid of loss—rent one of our Safe Deposit Boxes. Your savings too, will be safe if INVESTED thru us. Start an account in our bank and let us save it for you until you need it. As long as you don't need it we will pay you 4 per cent interest plus absolute safety. We cordially invite you to make our bank your bank and to consider us a friend, ready to serve you. ANAHEIM NATIONAL BANK Important Announcement In line with its progressive policy of Customer Ownership—the ownership of its securities by customers and the Public generally in California—Southern California Edison Company now offers the opportunity to everyone to purchase its 6% Cumulative Preferred stock in denominations as low as one share ($25.00 par value), either for cash or on the Easy Savings plan of $5.00 per share, per month. This exceptional opportunity to become a partner in one of the largest and best managed Electric Power Companies in the United States on such easy terms, is unprecedented. We believe that many thousands of our good friends in California who for various reasons, previously take for themselves a safe and profitable investment in this now take advantage of this opportunity. Stockholders of the Company, we wish to announce that they will return their present certificates of stock of the par value of new certificates of the $25.00 par value, on the basis of one share of the present $100 par value stock. We believe that many thousands of our good friends in California who for various reasons, previously take for themselves a safe and profitable investment in this now take advantage of this opportunity. Stockholders of the Company, we wish to announce that they will return their present certificates of stock of the par value of $25.00 par value, on the basis of $10.00 par value for one share of the present $100 par value stock. PRICE: $25 per Share, Cash $26 at $5 per Share, per Month SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA SON COMPANY Owned by Those it Serves Santa Ana, California Phone 46 Southern California Edison Co. Santa Ana, California Mail me, without obligation, full details about your Edison 6% Preferred Easy Payment Plan Name___ Address___