anaheim-gazette 1930-12-25

Anaheim, Calif., Dec. 25, 1930 TODAY TOMORROW FRANK PARKER STOCKBRIDGE BLASPHEMY The Lord Chamberlain of England, who has the final say as to whether any play may be shown in English theaters, has banned "The Green Pasture," the play which received the Pulitzer Prize when it was produced in New York, where it is still running. The ground of the objection is that in the play one character represents God, and that is forbidden on the English stage. True, the character is merely an ignorant Negro's conception of God as "somebody that looks like the Reverend Mr. Dubois," and the whole play reflects the simple, literal interpretation of the Bible story in terms of their own race and experience, by the primitive Negroes of the lower Mississippi Valley. But that makes no difference in England; "The Green Pastures" can't be shown there. The reasoning back of that seems as wrong-headed as most of the reasoning, or lack of it, back of some efforts in America to keep religion from being taken lightly. Any religion which can't stand up under caricature or parody must be pretty weak stuff. WAR The movie magnates are failing over themselves to produce films snowing war scenes. That is quite all right—war is mankind's greatest adventure—always has been and always will be. But when they talk, as some of them do, about such films as "All Quiet on the Western Front" and "Heil's Angels" as being canceled to turn the minds of youth away from war and toward peace, they are speaking in the vera- WAR The movie magnates are failing over themselves to produce films showing war scenes. That is quite all right—war is mankind's greatest adventure—always has been and always will be. But when they talk, as some of them do, about such films as "All Quiet on the Western Front" and "Heil's Angels" as being canculated to turn the minds of youth away from war and toward peace, they are speaking in the vernacular, all wet. Youth doesn't mind dirt and blood and danger and horrors, if there is the thrill of action attached to them. Youth cannot visualize the social and economic losses caused by war—if it could, it wouldn't be youth. As well try to talk girls out of loving as to talk boys out of fighting. And the more war pictures are shown on the screen, the more eager will the generation which was too young to fight in the last war be for a new war in which they, too, can share in the excitement of battle. AUSTRALIA Australia has made one more step, and a long one, toward complete Independence of the British Empire. The King of England has appointed a native Australian, Sir Isaac Alfred Isaacs, as Governor General of the Commonwealth. The theory of the British government of its colonies in the past has been that while the people might elect their own legislative bodies the head of the Government must be somebody sent out from "home." No Canadian has ever been the Governor-General of Canada, no Indian Governor-General of India. Great Britain is having plenty of trouble keeping what it has, and rather than risk a revolt which would set up Australia as a completely independent nation all precedents have been broken. POSTAGE The Postmaster General wants to increase the rate of postage on letters from two cents to 2½ cents each. Probably nobody would mind it very much. Nobody made a great fuss when we went to three-cent postage during the war. The main difficulty would be in making change. The Post Office cost the taxpayer$5 of the United States nearly one hundred million dollars last year. That is what we paid over and above postage stamp payments. More than half of the loss comes from carrying free mail matter for members of Congress and Government departments. The cost of postal service ought to be paid by the people who use it. The business house that has a stamp bill of thousands of dollars a week is getting something for nothing from the taxpayer who writes only one letter a month. Moreover, the business house is using the mail for purposes of fund The Post Office cost the taxpayer of the United States nearly one hundred million dollars last year. That is what we paid over and above postage stamp payments. More than half of the loss comes from carrying free mail matter for members of Congress and Government departments. The cost of postal service ought to be paid by the people who use it. The business house that has a stamp bill of thousands of dollars a week is getting something for nothing from the taxpayer who writes only one letter a month. Moreover, the business house is using the mail for purposes of business—that is, to make money. AGE There has been a great deal of talk spilled loosely about the incapacity of men over 40 to do their share of the day's work. At the New York State Industrial Safety Congress the other day one of the industrial leaders said: "It is the old, trained employee who makes us our money. They are the ones it is hard to replace. The time when a man begins to be worth something is around 45." Anybody who will think the matter over will realize that this is true. If business consisted in playing tennis or golf, or prize-fighting, no doubt young men would easily crowd out the old ones. But the "leg-work" which most jobs require is no strain upon the heart and muscles of men of sixty, while the intelligence and fidelity which are acquired only through experience both on the job and in the art of getting along in the world, are qualities that youth seldom possesses. It's Not Too Late to Buy Christmas Seals Although 16,118 letters sent out with Christmas Seals by the Orange County Tuberculosis Association have not been returned, Mrs. Annelia A. Meagher, executive secretary, is optimistic that the quota of $20,000 set for this year's sale may yet be reached. Many of the contributors have doubled and even trebled their contributions for seals, and besides have sent substantial gifts for the Children's Open-Air Health Camp. as soon as possible. This is the chief source of income the association has to carry on its fine work to stamp out tuberculosis. State Moves Against Reckless Motorists Inauguration of a system of filing designed to provide an easy means of scrutinizing the record of drivers involved in two or more serious accidents is announced by the Bureau of Operators Licenses of the State Division of Motor Vehicles. The system, which the officials believe will result in the elimination of many incompetent and reckless drivers from the highways, was made possible through a joint arrangement between the bureau of operators licenses and the bureau of statistics. The bureau of statistics keeps a file of all drivers involved in accidents in alphabetical order. Whenever a driver is discovered to have been involved in two or three accidents and the reports indicate there may be some reason for it other than mere coincidence, the record of the driver is turned over to the license bureau and an investigation is made. Fred P. Williams, head of the license bureau, said investigations frequently uncover the fact that the driver is physically or mentally incompetent or reckless. Proceedings are then started to revoke his license. Sometimes the bureau does not re- guard the offenses of the driver as important enough to justify revocation. In such cases he is warned that his record is being kept and that he will be watched for further accidents. "It is not our purpose to punish, but to use the system to get rid of drivers who have no business on the highways," Williams explained. Six Things To Do With New License Plates California motorists may now secure 1931 license plates either by making application by mail directly to the Division of Motor Vehicles at Sacramento or by making a trip to any branch office of the division where CHECK AND DOUBLE Goodrich Rubber Co. Announces the Appointment of East Distributors Pres. — INC. — FLOYD WELLS, Sales Mgr. Phone 3004 Goodrich vertowns AND Before you buy ti parison with other and double checke we're handling 'er such vital feature high speeds, long a skidding, and othe with Silvertowns a NOW—Check the considered, we giv you can get elsew us first for quotat ins. Then act as y WE'RE HERE T for you. Southeas aged by Jack Thor entirely by local a moved to Anaheim to become a subs We believe that as GOODRICH Silvertowns Attributors for Anaheim BLE TRADE-IN VALUE Until January 1, 1931, we're offering double trade-in values on less. This brings the cost of genuine Goodrich Silvertowns Cavaliers to such a low figure that you cannot afford to opportunity to re-shoe your automobile or truck before the in. SEASONAB 5-Ply Windshield Wiper Genuine D Blades, Reg. 35c— Dressing. Till Jan. 1st 11c Till Jan. Southeast Distrib FLOYD WELLS, Sales Mgr. —INC.— JACK THOMAS, Pres. RALPH Center at Palm In Union-Oll Station Anaheim—Phone 3004 The driver as im- warned that his hand that he will accidents. se to punish, but get rid of drivers is on the highened. Do With Base Plates may now secure her by making directly to the vehicles at Sacraa trip to any division where plates are being delivered over the counter. Frank G. Snook estimates that more than 50,000 persons are using applications daily for the new black and gold plates. Motorists who make application by mail will receive their new plates shortly after the first of the year. Those who make special trips to branch offices to secure plates may display them at once on their vehicles. Snook cites the following as things for the motorist to remember in putting on his new plates. 1. Place the plates not lower than 24 inches from the ground. 2. Fasten the plates securely with bolts and nuts so that they can not come loose or rattle off. 3. Do not place the plates behind the bumper or other parts of the vehicle that will obstruct the view. 4. The rear plate must be placed next to the rear light so that the rear light may illuminate the surface of the plate and make it plainly visible. The new requires that it be visible for a distance of 500 feet at nigh. 5. Sign your certificate and place it in sight in the driver's compartment. 6. Keep your plates clear of mud and dust. Who remembers the good old days when a Democrat who offered to help a Republican administration make good after the election, or vice versa, would have been regarded as a good subject for a lunacy commission? before you buy tires first check their value in comparison with other standard makes. We've checked and double checked Goodrich Silvertowns—that's why we're handling 'em. Then double check the tires on vital features as insurance against blowouts at high speeds, long and steady wear, prevention againstidding, and other safety factors. You'll be satisfied with Silvertowns and Cavaliers. OW—Check the price. Wear, value and service considered, we give you more value per dollar than you can get elsewhere. You're best bet is to come to first for quotations on tires and prices and trade. Then act as your own judge. WE'RE HERE TO STAY. We'll double check that you. Southeast Distributors are owned and managed by Jack Thomas and Floyd Wells, are supported directly by local and nearby capital. Our men have lived to Anaheim to make their homes. We're here become a substantial booster of the community. We believe that as independent distributors, we're in a WE'RE HERE TO STAY. We'll double check that you. Southeast Distributors are owned and managed by Jack Thomas and Floyd Wells, are supported wirelessly by local and nearby capital. Our men have moved to Anaheim to make their homes. We're here become a substantial booster of the community. We believe that as independent distributors, we're in a position to extend you the best and most courteous service, plus the best tire value in the market. If we'll double check with us, we'll both be satisfied. REASONABLE SPECIALS 1 Wiper Genuine Duco No. 7 Top Dressing. Reg. $1.00— Fabricoid Certificate holders. Weather proof, Reg. 35c— 11c Till Jan. 1st 54c Till Jan. 1st 13c Distributors RALPH MENGEL, Store Manager Phone 3004