anaheim-gazette 1927-03-24

GROWTH OF ANAHEIM Total for 1910 was... 2,268 Total for 1920 was... 5,525 Today estimated at...12,000 VOLUME LVII ORANGE GROWERS SUPERIOR COURT TO DECIDE DISPOSITION OF COUNTY FUND Santa Ana Insistent in Effort to Get Slice of Orange County Gasoline Tax; Supervisor Schumacher Will Fight in Court SANTA ANA is determined to grab $10,000 of the gasoline tax now in the hands of the supervisors for use in county roads. Two weeks ago the question was presented to the supervisors, and while the vote on the proposition was three in the affirmative and two against, Supervisor Schumacher produced the statute of California and read the law on this particular subject, showing that a four-fifths vote was necessary to convert a county fund to a municipality. There is a conflict of opinion, however, on this subject, as there are two laws in direct conflict. One declares that a four-fifths majority is necessary to appropriate county funds to an incorporated city, and the other states that a three-fifths vote is sufficient. Orange Show Will Surpass All Others Great Interest Taken in Coming Festival, Says Reid All eyes are turning to Anaheim, the Two weeks ago the question was presented to the supervisors, and while the vote on the proposition was three in the affirmative and two against, Supervisor Schumacher produced the statute of California and read the law on this particular subject, showing that a four-fifths vote was necessary to convert a county fund to a municipality. There is a conflict of opinion, however, on this subject, as there are two laws in direct conflict. One declares that a four-fifths majority is necessary to appropriate county funds to an incorporated city, and the other states that a three-fifths vote is sufficient. County Auditor W. C. Jerome pins his faith on the latter, and is anxious to pay the $10,000 in question to the city of Santa Ana, while Mr. Schumacher, president of the board of supervisors, is determined that this money shall never be paid to Santa Ana unless other municipalities in the county are given a proportionate amount. The dispute has reached a point where it can only be settled by a court-decision. County Auditor Jerome, holding to one statute, is determined to transfer the money to Santa Ana. Schumacher, it is reported, will file injunction proceedings against him if he makes such a move, and the matter will be threshed out in superior court. County Clerk Backs passed the order along to the auditor with the statement that his action was purely routine and had no bearing upon the legal question involved. He had been advised, he said by District Attorney Z. B. West Jr., that it was his duty to deliver the order, regardless of whether the board's vote approved the appropriation or defeated it. The district attorney, on his part, declared that he had not and would not express a legal opinion on the question whether a three-fifths or a four-fifths vote was necessary in the case. It was, he said, a matter the courts should decide. "The two statutes bearing upon the subject are directly in conflict," said West. The section of the motor vehicle act referring to such appropriations is exactly opposed to section 8302 of the general laws, which govern appropriations from all funds. Since both of these sections were amended at the last session of the legislature, it is up to the courts to decide which applies." City officials of Santa Ana again made their demand to the supervisors yesterday. The new step was taken, it was said, to smooth the way for a court decision on the question whether a mere majority of the board is necessary to appropriate the funds, or a four-fifths vote is required. That point is the crux of the controversy over the attempt by the city to secure the appropriation from county gas tax funds. Supervisor S. H. Finley, Santa Ana, and Willard Smith, Orange, supported in the present instance by Supervisor George Jeffrey of Irvine, voted for the appropriation, which Chairman William Schumacher of Buena Park and Supervisor John C. Mitchell of Garden Grove opposed. Jeffrey admits opposition to the practice of transferring county Orange Show Will Surpass All Others Great Interest Taken in Coming Festival, Says Reid All eyes are turning to Anaheim, the coming mecca of California, as a result of the announcement of the California Valencia Orange Show to be held here the latter part of May. Preliminary formulation of plans for this event, the seventh annual one of its kind, recalls the fact that it is of national and international importance as well. At a meeting of the Anaheim Chamber of Commerce attended by 70 members, the ball was set rolling when the motif of the show was selected, space contracted for and the program generally outlined. The invitation to Lieutenant Governor Buron Fitts of California to open the show and the acceptance of the Orange County American Legion to furnish the entertainment and have complete charge upon the first day are taken as an indication of a tremendous attendance. At a meeting of the American Legion, held at Huntington Beach, presided over by Commander J. Clarke Chamberlain, it was decided that each post of the county would furnish a portion of the day's program and share in the responsibilities. George W. Reid, who has been selected manager of the show, declares that the event this year will surpass all previous ones for colorful and interesting treatment. Keen interest among growers and packers at this early date he believes to be a good index of what may be expected. ENJOYABLE PICNIC Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Dwyer entertained a number of their friends at a picnic at their beach home at Anaheim Landing, on Saturday, when a delightful day was spent. The affair was in honor of Misses Lennie and Addie Saxton, well known former residents of Anaheim. Those present were the hosts, Mr. and Mrs. Dwyer, Miss Lennie Saxton, Miss Addie Saxton, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Lewis, Mr. and Mrs. L. E. Miller, Mrs. Grimshaw, Mr. and Mrs. William Wallon, Miss Alice Grimshaw, Mrs. J. J. Cole and Mrs.-Henry Kuchel. If ignorance is bliss a stranded motorist mournfully gazing under the lifted hood should look a lot happier. hold it, also is known to favor the view presented by the city. In fact, it is said that Jerome was among the first to adopt the interpretation of the statutes that will form the basis of the city's side of whatever court action results. In view of Jerome's attitude on the children from rooms. 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board; center of the board; center of the board; center of the board; center of the board; center of the board; center of the board; center of the board; center of the board; center of the board; center of court decision on the question whether a mere majority of the board is necessary to appropriate the funds, or a four-fifth vote is required. That point is the crux of the controversy over the attempt by the city to secure the appropriation from county gas tax funds. Supervisor S. H. Finley, Santa Ana, and Willard Smith, Orange, supported in the present instance by Supervisor George Jeffrey of Irvine, voted for the appropriation, which Chairman William Schumacher of Buena Park and Supervisor John C. Mitchell of Garden Grove opposed. Jeffrey admits opposition to the practice of transferring county funds for Santa Ana city paving, but voted for the $10,000 appropriation because he previously had promised to do so. Because the dispute over how large a majority vote was required to carry the appropriation appeared headed for the courts, city officials made their reappearance before the supervisors late yesterday to file formal request for the appropriation, the city council having on Monday night passed a resolution ordering the paving work done. As explained to the board by Mayor F. L. Purinton, Trustee Stanley Goode and City Attorney Charles D. Swanner, the city was repeating its request to fortify its legal position in the event of the anticipated court action. Swanner further explained that there are two statutes bearing on the legal question, one section of the motor vehicle act making no reference to the majority required for approval, while another section of the general laws specifies that a four-fifth vote is required. It will be the city's contention, it is understood, that the four-fifths vote applies to instances where the supervisors themselves take the initiative in deciding to appropriate county funds for a city, while in instances in which the city requests the board for such appropriation, only a simple majority is required. The city is making the request for the appropriation in the present instance and will contend that the majority of 3 to 2 given the proposal is enough to authorize payment of the $10,000 to the city. County Auditor W. C. Jerome, whose duty it is to pay the money or with- Miller, Mrs. Grimshaw, Mr. and Mrs. William Wallop, Miss Alice Grimshaw, Mrs. J. J. Cole and Mrs. Henry Kuchel. If ignorance is bliss a stranded motorist mournfully gazing under the lifted hood should look a lot happier. hold it, also is known to favor the view presented by the city. In fact, it is said that Jerome was among the first to adopt the interpretation of the statutes that will form the basis of the city's side of whatever court action results. In view of Jerome's attitude on the question and the probability that he would favor payment of the money to the city, coupled with the recent declaration by Chairman Schumacher, of the county board, that he would stop payment of the money by 'court action', if necessary, it was surmised that the legal question would be settled in the form of an injunction suit, filed against the auditor by Schumacher or someone else who opposes the appropriation. Since the statutes, according to City Attorney Swanner, provide that the county money could not be appropriated until after the city had ordered its work done, the city in this case desired to protect its legal position by renewing its request after the work had been ordered. Swanner prepared a resolution, which was approved by District Attorney Z. B. West Jr., and which then was submitted to the supervisors, showing that the work had been ordered and that the board believed the street in question was one devoted to general use by the county. West advised the board that adoption of the resolution would in no wise affect the position of the board in the legal contest to come. It merely would open the way for a court decision on the point to be decided, he said. These opinions and subterfuges of Santa Ana officials will not alter the letter of the law. Supervisors Schumacher and Mitchell are adhering strictly to the California statute which says that a four-fifth vote of the board is necessary to transfer a county fund to a municipality. The law is plain, and it is difficult to understand why Santa Ana officials should drag the matter into court. NAHEIM GAZETTE Anaheim, California, Thursday, March 24, 1927 WERS FACING A PROSPER Trachoma Now Under Control, Presson Says SATISFACTORY progress in handling the trachoma situation in the county with prospects of having it completely under control and partially eliminated in certain sections before the opening of the school next September, was reported today by Dr. V. G. Presson, county health officer. According to Dr. Presson, there has been a marked improvement in the situation at La Habra, where it has been possible to release a number of children from the isolation schoolrooms. This improvement, Dr. Presson declared, is due to the efficient services of Miss Gretha Clark, the county health nurse, who, following the outbreak in that community, was detailed there for temporary duty, and the intelligent co-operation rendered by the school authorities and by the social welfare workers employed by the citrus associations. Equally encouraging are the reports from other parts of the county, and it is expected that before long the present epidemic of insidious eye disease will be reduced to a few OLD-TIME TALES HEARD AT D.A.R. MEETING INTERESTING SESSION FRIDAY AT HOME OF DR. AND MRS. DEMING Several Papers Relating Trials and Tribulations of Homeers Who Trekked Across Plains in Early Days Were Read; Will Meet With the Orange County Historical Society, March 28, at Ebell Clubhouse, Santa Ana EARLY history of the west, especially this section of the country, was the topic discussed by the Daughters of the American Revolution at the meeting Election Called For School and Sewer Bonds Two bond elections for public improvements, estimated to cost $94,000, have been called for April 25 at Buena Park. Trustees of the grammar school have issued an order for a bond election to vote $43,000 to purchase a school site and the sanitary board of the Buena Park district has voted to call a bond election the same date to raise $60,000 for the construction of a sewer disposal plant. The proposed school site is located north of the Southern Pacific railroad tracks between Lansdowne and Homewood. A grammar school is to be erected on the property as soon as it is acquired. The rapid growth of Buena Park has caused an urgent need for new school accommodations, according to school trustees. The present school is crowded. It is said. Buena Park plans to purchase an interest in the joint outfall sewer used by a number of Orange county cities under the bond issue to be voted upon April 25, in addition to constructing a disposal plant. The bond issue will cover the cost of an outfall sewer connection with the outflow. Celebrate Fiftieth Date of Marriage Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Sackett Pass Golden Wedding Anniversary After traveling in double harness for half a century, Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Sackett celebrated their golden wedding anniversary at their home on Lincoln avenue, Friday evening. The O and O Card Club, of which they are members, had charge of the entertainment and prepared a dinner that was highly appreciated by all the guests. In the center of the board was a huge wedding cake, on the top of which posed a miniature bride and groom. The table and room were profusely decorated with orange blossoms, many bouquets having been sent in by friends. An Eastern Star pin was presented to Mrs. Sackett, while Mr. Sackett was the recipient of a gold-headed cane. He was also presented with an Elks emblem by his grandchildren. The children also gave Mrs. Sackett a new wedding ring. Miss Nelle Sackett, daughter of Bud Sackett, who resides at the family home, wore her grandmother’s wedding gown at the dinner. Those present on the occasion were Mrs. and Mrs. Vall, Miss Alberta Vall, Mr. and Mrs. John Cook, Mr. and Mrs. Johnny Walls, Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Winger of Santa Fe Springs, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Cline of Placentia, Mr. and Mrs. George Nelson and Mr. and Mrs. Ray Dood of Whittier, besides the immediate family of Mr. and Mrs. Sackett. Mr. and Mrs. Sackett came to Anaheim from Montana twenty years ago, and have made their home on a ranch on Lincoln avenue, which they purchased on arrival here. Mr. Sackett has taken a keen interest in public affairs, and both have been prominent in social circles. They have a host of friends who extend congratulations. Check Artists Get Heavy Sentences Men Who Operated Here Now Several Papers Relating Trials and Tribulations of Honeers Who Trekked Across Plains in Early Days Were Read; Will Meet With the Orange County Historical Society, March 28, at Ebell Clubhouse, Santa Ana EARLY history of the west, especially this section of the country, was the topic discussed by the Daughters of the American Revolution at the meeting held Friday afternoon at the home of Dr. and Mrs. L. C. Deming. There was a large attendance at the meeting, which emphasized the interest the general public takes in the history of our forefathers. Several interesting papers were read and stories related of the old-timers who crossed the wide waste that separated civilization in the east from the gold coast. The strains of "Susannah," sung by Mrs. Victor G. Loly, and old-time music played on an organ which might have come across in a covered wagon lent atmosphere to the topic of the day. Mrs. C. O. Rust's account, called "My Caravan Journey Across the Plains," was read by Mrs. J. B. McKinley, Mrs. G. M. Simpson gave the story of her grandmother's heroic adventures, as told in letters preserved by the family, and by the recollections of Mrs. Simpson's mother, who resides with her here. Mrs. Ella Coona read a diary kept by her mother, Mrs. Harver, relating the history of her trip across the plains in 1869, which was full of thrills and greatly interested the audience. Mrs. Coon's paper, detailing the experiences of her mother on her trip across the plains will be found printed on another page. Her mother was then Mrs. Tarver, and she was accompanied by her daughter, Miss Charlie Tarver, then a little girl, who is now Mrs. Victor Montgomery of Santa Anna. The ladies were in the party of Mr. and Mrs. B.F. Porter or Orangethorpe avenue. Mr.Porter had just wedded a Texas belle, and the happy couple set out on their honeymoon tour across the plains to California. Mr.Porter drove ahead of a herd of 3000 beef cattle. He had many exciting experiences with Apaches and white cattle thieves. In Arizona his herd went two days without water, when they smelled the water of the Colorado river, 40 miles distant. The herd was off on a wild stampede. Mr.Porter and his cowboys following them.Many of the cattle were drowned in the river. The river was crossed, and the herd was driven to the Westminster section in Orange county. The stock was subsequently driven back to the Colorado river and sold for beef cattle. Mr. and Mrs. Porter and his party came to Anaheim. He bought a ranch on Orangethorpe avenue, which he still owns.As he said in a recent interview: "I was determined to hang on to that ranch. We had years of draught and years of frost and times were hard, but I would not part with it." Mrs. Tarver and her daughter located on a ranch at West Anaheim.Here she met and was wed to Dr.J.S. P.E.Considering Route for Branch Anaheim to Be One of Points Connected With System The Pacific Electric railway is uncertain as to the best route to take in extending its lines from Corona through Stern to the seacoast and cannot make a decision in the matter before 60 days; representatives of chambers of commerce were informed Tuesday by D.W.Pontius, general manager of the Pacific Electric line, when a hearing was had in Los Angeles on the proposed extension. According to Secretary George Raymer of the Santa Ana Chamber of Commerce, building of the line, which would run through Santa Ana canyon would eliminate a long freight and passenger haul from Riverside, San Bernardino and other cities in that district to points west of the Santa Ana mountains and south of Los Angeles. There are two plans now being considered for the line, Raymer said.The first is for the Pacific Electric to extend its lines from Corona to Stern, 15 miles by construction of its own tracks That is understood to be the plan favored by the Pacific Electric officials. However,the interstate commerce commission,which was represented at the meeting by Charles F.Hoover,connected with the service bureau of the commission, apparently favors the use of the Santa Fe tracks,fifth an arrangement can be made between two railroad companies.Recent rulings of the commission affecting new lines in northern California and Oregon were said to reflect the attitude of the commission having two companies use the same right of way whenever possible. Raymer thinks that the success of pending negotiations rests upon whether the Pacific Electric is able to get the state railroad commission to increase its present freight and passenger ratesThere is some question,Raymer added,a so where the route would touch the sea.at Newport Beach or Long BeachIf the latter city were selected forthe through Santa Ana,the secretary said terminal point,the route would not pass Check Artists Get Heavy Sentences Men Who Operated Here Now in State Penitentiary R. F. Herzog, John F. Beebe and Fred Bailey, members of a check-kiting gang that was nipped by the Santa Ana police several weeks ago, after floating checks aggregating hundreds of dollars in Santa Ana, Anahiem, Fullerton, and various Los Angeles county cities, failed to win leniency in court Friday. Their pleas for probation were denied in each case. Herzog, Glendale business man and "brains" of the gang, was sentenced by Superior Judge E. J. Marks to serve a term of from one to 14 years in San Quentin. Herzog, according to his own confession, had directed operations of the gang and used Beebe and Bailey as his tools. They cashed checks and turned the proceeds over to him. In Judge James L. Allen's court, Beebe drew a sentence identical with that of Herzog. Bailey, who is 20 years old, was sent to the Preston school of industry, at Ione, to remain until he reaches 21, next September, 28, when he is to return to the court for further disposition of his case. Beebe and Bailey were arrested in Santa Ana, Herzog's hat being found in their automobile. This led to Herzog's capture at Glendale. In possession of the gang were found, police said, a sheaf of bogus checks representing thousands of dollars. Mrs. George J. Palmer and her sisters, Mrs. George Drayton and Mrs. Weldin, all of Westchester, Pa., were the week-end guests of Mr. and Mrs. R. L. Coons. On Saturday evening they attended the Mission play at San Gabriel. At the high school auditorium on Thursday evening, April 14, a concert and vaudeville show will be given by the American Legion band, the proceeds to be used in purchasing uniforms. Carl F. Ecklund is on the job of conducting the band. He is an able conductor and the band is to be congratulated on securing his services. O. E. Maass is chairman of the band committee, and Jack Hebson band adjutant. Tickets for the concert will be placed on sale Monday, March 28. Raymer thinks that the success of pending negotiations rests upon whether the Pacific Electric is able to get the state railroad commission to increase its present freight and passenger rates. There is some question, Raymer added, as to where the route would touch the sea, at Newport Beach or Long Beach. If the latter city were selected for the through Santa Ana, the secretary said, terminal point, the route would not pass but would branch off at Anahiem and go through Stanton, also cutting off Seal Beach. FORMER RESIDENTS BACK Mrs. Amy Saxton Fulton and her two sisters, Misses Laenne Lennie and Addie Saxton, who have been guests of Mrs. L. E. Miller and Mrs. Grimshaw, are grand-daughters of E. A. Saxton, who came here with his family early in the '70s. He purchased a ranch north of town and built the residence in which Mr. and Mrs. Singleton now reside. His son bought property on West street, near Sycamore, and built the house on which Mr. and Mrs. Pember now live. Mr. Saxton had traveled extensively in the southern part of Europe in search of health, being a sufferer from insomnia. He found no relief in France or Italy,'and was advised to come to this city. Here he entirely recovered his health. He took an active part in the upbuilding of this section. Mrs. Fulton and her sisters spent a very enjoyable visit here with old-time friends, being honor guests at a number of society functions. Mrs. Fulton returned to Pasadena, where her husband is recovering from recent illness. They expect to leave shortly for Columbus, Ohio, where they have three married sons in business. They have five children and eleven grandchildren. They have just returned from Japan, where they spent 37 years as missionaries. The Misses Saxton will remain in Pasadena until April, when they will proceed to their home in Portland, Ore. New plaza state visit state P-1 mentions for to be held tran; residents, and were among weekly fourth (Orients held) Mrs. J. tinct press conference, wately 500 number of Mrs. F. responding to the organ Federation federation added that plans for federation. In the day after trip for Parent-Tree and visit to Los Angeles convention decided that ments unsecured by Mrs. F. was appointed board of chambers securing project. Mrs. M of the demeDED to pointed to the advice bulletin of the doining in business. They have five children and eleven grandchildren. They have just returned from Japan, where they spent 37 years as missionaries. The Misses Saxton will remain in Pasadena until April, when they will proceed to their home in Portland, Ore. ANAHEIM—YOUR CITY Founded by German Colonists, 1857 Assessed Value, 1925, $10,500,000 School System Valued at $951,000 Number 24 SPEROUS SEASON VALENCIA GROP EXPECTED TO BE THE LARGEST IN HISTORY Weather Conditions Perfect for Production of Banner Yield; Northern Orange County Will Ship 7200 Cars This Year INDICATIONS are that the citrus growers of this section are scheduled to enjoy this year one of the most prosperous seasons in the history of the industry. Climatic conditions and abundant rains have insured one of the heaviest crops ever harvested; the quality will be excellent, and new trees coming into bearing will add to the bulk of the harvest. In addition to this, Florida's recent misfortune will greatly stimulate the price of California oranges on the eastern market. The Florida crop has been curtailed 50 per cent by the winter frost, and a large percentage of the trees have been killed. For years to come, it is expected, this will eliminate the Florida orange as a competitor of the California fruit. Membership Roll Closes March 31 Northern Orange County Citrus Association Closes Books The various local units of the Northern Orange County Citrus Exchange. Membership Roll Closes March 31 Northern Orange County Citrus Association Closes Books The various local units of the Northern Orange County Citrus Exchange, through their directors and membership, have decided to set March 31 as the last day in which growers may avail themselves of the opportunity of becoming members of the local exchange association, during the present season for the packing and marketing of the present crop of Valencias. This action has been taken by the many grower members for the furtherance of their mutual protection in the pooling and distribution of their fruit. It is their opinion that outside growers should be able to decide by March 31 as to the disposition of their fruit. In past years there have been many cases where growers, through not being able to dispose of their fruit advantageously, have applied for membership in some association as a last resort. The members feel this practice unfair for two reasons; first, that the present membership should not be called upon to organize and maintain packings associations large enough to permit the last minute entry of those who fall to sell for cash, and secondly, it is unfair that pooling arrangements, made at the beginning of the season, be upset by crowding into pools fruit signed up after the season is well under way. It is not the intention or desire of any grower member to discriminate, or to be unfair in demanding that a grower desiring to become affiliated with an association do so by March 31. It is simply and absolutely necessary for every grower member to co-operate on the same basis if each and all would obtain the many advantages afforded by co-operative packing and marketing. To those people acquiring a grove after the first of April, opportunity is given, for a reasonable length of time for consideration and selection of a distributing house. P.-T. A. Executives Discuss Many Plans District Convention to Be Held at Capistrano April 8 New plans for entertaining out-of-state visitors to the national and the state P.-T. A. conventions; arrangements for the annual district meeting to be held April 8 at San Juan Capistrano; reports by association preadents, and program announcements, were among matters taken up at the weekly conference meeting of the fourth (Orange county) district execu- add to the bulk of the harvest. In addition to this, Florida's recent misfortune will greatly stimulate the price of California oranges on the eastern market. The Florida crop has been curtailed 50 per cent by the winter frost, and a large percentage of the trees have been killed. For years to come, it is expected, this will eliminate the Florida orange as a competitor of the California fruit. In northern Orange county the packing houses have about wound up shipments of navels and the smaller varieties, and are clearing their plants to take care of the great Valencia crop. It is estimated by field experts that the greatest crop in our history will be shipped this year. Dale R. King, manager of the Northern Orange County Exchange, estimates that 7200 cars of Valencias will be shipped by the northern Orange county houses this season. This is 15 per cent greater than last year's shipments. All the associations report an unusually heavy crop in the orchards belonging to them, and the fruit is expected to grade high. There has been little or no damage from winds, and the winter has passed without a killing frost. The Anaheim Citrus Fruit Association, according to Manager Schureman, will ship more than a thousand cars of Valencias this season. The Anaheim Orange and Lemon Association expects to handle more than 800 cars, and the Anaheim Co-Operative Association is figuring on sending 1200 cars into the eastern market. According to D. D. Waynick, superintendent of the county laboratory here, the fruit is much farther advanced this spring than it was last year at this date. He estimates that the Valencia shipments will begin at least two weeks earlier than last year. Though, according to Manager King of the Northern Orange County Citrus Exchange, the Orange county crop as a whole is not yet matured enough to meet state law requirements of 8 to 1 sugar content, some groves have shown an exceptionally early maturity, and some shipment is already under way. The first Orange county house to put new crop Valencias on the rails is the Valencia Fruit Company of Anaheim, which began shipping the fruit March 9, according to a recent report by F. R. Valentine, proprietor of the house. This concern has already put 10 cars on the rails and is planning to continue operations as long as conditions are favorable, he said. chairman of the Americanization department, gave a lengthy report on the Mexican situation in the county. In recommending relief measures, the chairman advocated that Parent-Teacher Association bodies take a greater interest in this matter and that each association appoint a special representative to handle this work in cooperation with other welfare organizations. Included among communications was a letter from John Steven McGroarty, author of the Mission Play, inviting the district and the city federation officers District Convention to Be Held at Capistrano April 8 New plans for entertaining out-of-state visitors to the national and the state P.T. A. conventions; arrangements for the annual district meeting to be held April 8 at San Juan Capistrano; reports by association presidents, and program announcements, were among matters taken up at the weekly conference meeting of the fourth (Orange county) district executives held at the Hall of Records. Mrs. J. V. Kelsey, Garden Grove district president, presided over the conference, which was attended by approximately 50 officers, including the greater number of local association presidents. Mrs. F. L. Benson, Anaheim, corresponding secretary, reported that with the organization of the Anaheim City Federation, the district has three city federations within its territory. It was added that Fullerton is now perfecting plans for the organization of a city federation in that community. In the matter of arranging an all-day entertainment and sight-seeing trip for the thousands of out-of-state Parent-Teacher Association delegates and visitors, who are expected to come to Los Angeles following the national convention in Oakland next May, it was decided to postpone definite arrangements until financial aid had been secured. A special committee, headed by Mrs. Fay R. Spangler, of Santa Ana, was appointed to interview the county board of supervisors, and the various chambers of commerce, with a view of securing the necessary funds for the project. Mrs. Mary B. Robertson, chairman of the department of publicity, recommended that a special committee be appointed to investigate and report upon the advisability of publishing a monthly bulletin of district activities, including the doings of various city federations and the local associations in the county. The proposal was well received and a motion to authorize a committee was adopted. Mrs. Florence Summers of Atwood, chairman of the Americanization department, gave a lengthy report on the Mexican situation in the county. In recommending relief measures, the chairman advocated that Parent-Teacher Association bodies take a greater interest in this matter and that each association appoint a special representative to handle this work in cooperation with other welfare organizations. Included among communications was a letter from John Steven McGroarty, author of the Mission Play, inviting the district and the city federation officers as well as well as the local federation presidents in the county, to attend a special performance to be given on Wednesday afternoon, March 30, at San Gabriel. The invitation was accepted, and the secretary was directed to write Mr. McGroarty a letter of thanks. Mrs. Florence Summers announced that a series of Parent-Teacher Association lectures will be broadcast over KHJ each Sunday evening at 9 o'clock, beginning March 27. Among those present were Mrs. C. A. Marcy, Fullerton; Mrs. D. E. Ross, San Juan Capistrano; Mrs. T. M. Clark, Savanna; Mrs. Fred D. Sawtelle, Savanna; Mrs. J. E. Lukens, Savanna; Mrs. I. J. Wentworth, Santa Ana; Mrs. H. E. Healy, Santa Ana; Mrs. J. V. Kelsey, Garden Grove; Mrs. J. L. Morris, La Habra; Mrs. Ethel Clark, Orange; Mrs. H. E. Axup, Anaheim; Mrs. R. W. Marvin, Anaheim; Mrs. F. M. Bungay, Anaheim; Mrs. G. U. Straw, Orange; Mrs. J. E. Waters, Santa Ana; Mrs. J. A. Prisbee, Fullerton; Mrs. William Halve, Fullerton; Mrs. Fay R. Spangler, Santa Ana, and Mrs. Charles Schweinfest, Alhambra. An appeal by C. E. Evans of Fullerton from a judgment allowed against him in Fullerton justice court is on file in superior court. The suit was brought by the Ganahl-Grim Lumber Company of Anaheim, which asked judgment for $113.24 on an account against Evans... Justice Halsey I. Spense of Fullerton granted the claim on February 24. The defense appealed through Attorney William L. Waters of Fullerton. William J. M. Helnz of Anaheim is attorney for the lumber firm.