anaheim-gazette 1932-02-04

For Buyers and Sellers GAZETTE WANT ADS GET RESULTS THE GAZETTE CALL TWO-FOUR-ONE-FOUR VOLUME LXII Valuations Will Not Be Reduced Sleeper Says Taxpayers Must Look to Tax-fixers for Lower Taxes Assessed valuations in Orange county will not be reduced this year. This is the positive statement of County Assessor James Sleeper, following his return late last week from a three-day conference of Southern counties' assessors in Los Angeles. "There will be no reduction of any amount on any kind of property in Orange county this year." Assessor Sleeper stated. "I feel that I did my duty last year by making a 10 percent cut. It now is up to the tax-fixing bodies and the taxpayers themselves to reduce taxes, if that is what is wanted." Two Counties Sinsh "A great many taxpayers have the idea that the assessor fixes the tax rates and controls the amount of taxes they pay. As a matter of fact, the assessor has nothing whatever to do with tax rates. His sole duty is to place valuations upon property in such manner that whatever tax burden is fixed upon the property by the tax-fixing bodies will be distributed equitably." "The assessor is not a tax fixer. He merely is an equalizer." 2 PSEUDO-BUCKS FROM MODOC PAY FASHION PENALTY The inallenable right of the fair sex to copy male fashions caused the death of two does during the hunting season recently ended. Decorated with fine sets of antlers with from 26 to 28 inches spread, these two does were the envy of their sisters in the Devils Garden district of the Modoc National Forest until two hunters mistook them for bucks and inadvertently ended their advanced fashion show. 400 Mexicans on Way to Homeland Express Appreciation for Kindness for Railway Fares and Food Baskets More than 400 Mexicans from Orange county, voluntarily asking to return to their native land because they could not find continued employment in this district, left Anaheim Tuesday morning at 7:30 o'clock for Los Angeles where they were joined with a large number of Mexicans from other parts of Southern California. There the group was split for two trains, one arriving that evening at Citrus Institute Begins February Three Days of Informations for Orange Growers Three days of informative all citrus growers will bring county next week a num- leaders and specialists to latest development in the dustry. The sessions, which are likely under the auspices of visor's office, the University and the citrus grower of the farm bureau, are a year for February 9, 10 a old auditorium of the Fo high school. Subjects which will be include cultivation, irrigation, pruning, economic industry and the control diseases. The detailed program released by Farm Advisor Wahlberg as follows: Tuesday, February 10 a.m.—"Soilis in Relia Growth."—W. R. Schoonion specialist in citricu periment station, Riversla 11:20 a.m.—"Laboratorio of Organic Matter" Two Counties Slash "A great many taxpayers have the idea that the assessor fixes the tax rates and controls the amount of taxes they pay. As a matter of fact, the assessor has nothing whatever to do with tax rates. His sole duty is to place valuations upon property in each manner that whatever tax burden is fixed upon the property by the tax-fixing bodies will be distributed equitably. "The assessor is not a tax fixer. He merely is an equalizer." Assessments will be cut in only two counties of Southern California, Sleeper revealed. San Diego's Assessor J. Harvey Johnson will make a general reduction in all valuations, while Los Angeles' Assessor Ed. W. Hopkins will allow a 20 percent slash on buildings, and will reduce land valuations to an extent not yet known. Fairyland Is Sold To Local Company Advance from second to first-run pictures, maintenance of admission prices on a par with the Anaheim Fox, discontinuance of week-day matinees, and for the present holding other features of the showhouse, marked the transfer this week of the Fairyland theatre from R. D. Whitson of Los Angeles to the Anaheim Theaters company. President Milton Arthur of the Capital in Long Beach and his father, Harry C. Arthur, Sr. manager of the Anaheim Fox, are principal owners of the Anaheim Theatre firm. They will retain Manager Earl Yonker of the Fairyland, and will keep present personnel. While no immediate improvements are contemplated, several structural changes in the theatre will be made at a later date. Fox West Coast Theatres Inc. has no interest in the Anaheim Theaters company, the Arthurs state. The local company is building a new house at Boulder City, Nevada, to which Earl Brothers of Fullerton will go about April 1 to become manager. School Bus Drivers Take Exams. Feb. 10 Examinations will be held Feb. 10 at 7 p.m. in the Orange high school for all school bus drivers of Orange county, according to School Safety Officer George Peterkin, of the California highway patrol. Questions will be given under requirements of the law passed Jan. 9. Certificate of physical fitness also will be required. Express Appreciation for Railway Fares and Food Baskets More than 400 Mexicans from Orange county, voluntarily asking to return to their native land because they could not continued employment in this district, left Anaheim Tuesday morning at 7:30 o'clock for Los Angeles where they were joined with a large number of Mexicans from other parts of Southern California. There the group was split for two trains, one arriving that evening at Nogales, Arizona, and the second going on to El Paso. Approximately 25 of the families from Orange county were from Anaheim and Placentia, while 100 families were from Santa Ana. The local group left under direction of Lucas Luclo, attache of the Mexican consul. They were supplied with plenty more than 1,000 bottles of milk, and as many baskets well-filled with lunch. Express Appreciation Before leaving, scores of the Mexicans not understanding enough English to express their appreciation for the railroad fare and food to various parts of Mexico, expressed their appreciation for the interest of Americans to E. Lucero and A. R. Gonzales, of the Lucero & Gonzales chain of stores, one of which is located in Anaheim. "Many of the Mexicans have been in Orange county for as long as 24 years, and have not been dependent upon the county for support at any time," Mr. Lucero stated. "While it is true some of the families have received county support, the great majority had been independent, and left here because they were afraid that unless they could get work they would become dependent upon the public. They left with a very kind feling toward the people of Orange county for supplying the train and food for the tedious journey south." American Fruit In New 700-Acre Lease American Fruit Growers Inc., this week began work of laying pipe lines and cultivation of 700 acres of land leased recently from the Santa Margarita ranch near San Juan Capistrano, according to Field Manager H. B Montague. The company will specialize in growing egg plants, bell peppers, lettuce sweet potatoes and celery. The land, when ready for cultivation will be sub-leased in small acreages to American ranchers. Y. M. C. A. Organizes Two New Local Groups Two new groups, a Friendly Indian club at the Calvary Baptist church and the Pioneer club at Magnolia school, were organized Monday and Thursday. Chief Nyboe No Conference Co Anaheim's Fire Chief Inspector R. Nyboe this first seven days as a standing committee, Building Officials conference confer with Pacific Coast School Bus Drivers Take Exams. Feb. 10 Examinations will be held Feb. 10 at 7 p.m. in the Orange high school for all school bus drivers of Orange county, according to School Safety Officer George Peterkin, of the California highway patrol. Questions will be given under requirements of the law passed Jan. 9. Certificate of physical fitness also will be required. Mr. Merchant: WEEDS ARE GROWING— In front of the doorstep of the man who made the best mouse traps but didn’t advertise them. Nowadays, you not only must have the best, but you’ve got to tell your story convincingly. That’s why Gazette advertising, with the prestige of 62 years of continuous and progressive publishing back of it, is proving its worth. Anaheim Gazette Phone 2414 Y. M. C. A. Organizes Two New Local Groups Two new groups, a Friendly Indian club at the Calvary Baptist church and the Pioneer club at Magnolia school, were organized Monday and Thursday of this week, respectively, by Secretary Conrad Jongweward of the Anaheim Y. M. C. A. Joe Badger accepted leadership of the Friendly Indians, while Arthur Dickenson was scheduled to become leader of the Ploneers. Men’s Bible Club Plans 8 Meetings First of eight weekly luncheon meetings of the Men's Bible club was held Wednesday from 12:10 to 1 p.m. In the bungalow at the Salem Evangelical church, with R. Joe Quast of the Bethel Baptist church as chairman. The meetings are held under auspices of the religious committee of the Y. M. C. A. Secretary Conrad Jongweward announced the following program: February 3, The Slavery of Sin, John 8:31-36, Matt. 24:45-51, Rev. J. A. Watson; February 10 Jesus and the Man Born Blind John 9:1-11 Rev. H. L. Thatcher; Feb. 17 Jesus the Good Shepherd, John 10:1-16, Rev. O. R. Schroeder; February 24, Jesus Ralees Lazarus John 11:32-44, Rev. T. H. Walker; March 2, Jesus Washes His Disciples' Feet, John 13:1-15 Rev. B. C. Voll; March 9, Jesus Comforts His Disciples, John 14:1-18, Rev. E. Burgl; March 16, Jesus Dies on the Cross, John 19:17-22, 25-30, Rev. R. W. Lee; March 23, Jesus Rises From the Dead, John 20:11-20, Rev. V. M. Ledbetter. The religious committee includes: Dr. H. A. Johnston, chairman, W. C. Mauerhan, Warren Mathls, Rev. V. K. Ledbetter, J. A. Baker, R. J. Grange and P. W. Mathls. Rare First Ed Our O The birth month as we centennial anniversary ofington is being observed in public library this month; intensive showing of rare out-of-print and other unrelated to the Washington home at Mount Vernon. Calnon, librarian, obtain the collection for display reading room from Lannah of Los Angeles, who has of six or eight years volumes together from finding the mas he "bread shops of Washington," Middle West and in southern California. A feature of the exhibit Calnon has spread for the library's large show copy of "Parson" Wee Washington," the first published of the first press the parson gave to the of the hatchet and chen. Another rare first ed a biography of Washim 1807, by Aaron Bancroft AHEIM GAZET Anaheim, California, Thursday, February 4, 1932 Citrus Institute Begins February 9 Three Days of Informative Sessions for Orange County Growers Three days of informative sessions for all citrus growers will bring to Orange county next week a number of farm leaders and specialists to discuss the latest development in the citrus industry. The sessions, which are held annually under the auspices of the farm advisor's office, the University of California and the citrus growers department of the farm bureau, are scheduled this year for February 9, 10 and 11, at the old auditorium of the Fullerton union high school. Subjects which will be considered include cultivation, irrigation, fertilization, pruning, economic status of the industry and the control of pests and diseases. The detailed program has just been released by Farm Advisor Harold E. Wahlberg as follows: Tuesday, February 9. 10 a.m.—"Soils in Relation to Plant Growth."—W. R. Schoonover, extension specialist in citriculture, citrus experiment station, Riverside. 11:20 a.m.—"Laboratory Demonstration of Organic Matter Differences in Demoralization of Oil Industry is Blamed on U.S. Department Interior Demoralized conditions in the petroleum industry are attributed directly to the United States department of interior by J. Edward Jones, who points out that 96.5 percent of the oversupply of oil in the last decade has been through the 10 percent or less amount that is imported. In a report made public last week Mr. Jones says: Income Tax Aides Here in February From February 26 to March 3, inclusive, a deputy income tax collector will be stationed at the city hall, Anaheim, to assist local income taxpayers in making out their reports. This is an annual service of the internal revenue collector, for which there is no charge. Final date for filing income tax returns is March 15. All persons having the following or greater incomes, whether taxable or not, must report: Single persons, $1500; married couples with aggregate income in excess of $3500; or gross income in excess of $5,000. Collector Galen H. Welch estimates more than 200,000 returns to be filed from Southern California this spring, and emphasizes necessity of filing early and avoiding penalties. Deputies will be at the following cities on this schedule: Santa Ana, Federal building, Feb. 15 to March 15; Huntington Beach, chamber of commerce, Feb. 15 to 17; Laguna Beach, chamber of commerce, Feb. 18; and Fullerton, chamber of commerce, Feb. 18. One argument advanced by the Secretary of the Interior and others against a tariff on cheap foreign oils is that since the volume of imported oils is rarely more than 10 percent of domestic production, imports are of little significance in a consideration of our problems. The fact is the volume relationship of imports to domestic production, whether 10 percent or 0 percent, is of little significance in a consideration of our problems, for it is the relationship of imports to oversupply, not domestic production, that is of importance. Additions to stocks represent oversupply (our actual surplus), and it is the comparison of imports to this item that has intelligent significance. For example, for the ten years prior to Jan. 1, 1932 in the field of crude petroleums the total oversupply was 345,281,000 barrels, to which imports of crude oil contributed 333,336,000 barrels, or 96.5 percent, and domestic producer contributed but 11,945,000 barrels, or 3.1 percent. In the field of refined products the total oversupply was 84,437,000 barrels, to which imports of refined products contributed 77,942,000 barrels, or 92.3 percent, and domestic producer contributed but 6,495,000 barrels or 7.7 percent. Chief Nyboe Named on Conference Committee Anaheim's Fire Chief and Building Inspector R. Nyboe this week served his first seven days as a member of the standing committee, Pacific Coast Building Officials conference, which will confer with Pacific Coast Association of Fire Chiefs on safety construction for fire escapes and make a report about the middle of August at the meeting in Vancouver, B. C. Nyboe's appointment was received last week. Other members of the committee are: O. Barnwell, chairman, of Beverley Hills; and A. J. Hurley, of Richmond. REPORTS LIGHT THEFT Theft of a fog light from his automobile while it was parked near the high school was reported to police Monday by M. B. Shaver. Rare First Edition Collection on Life of "Father of Our Country" on Display This Month at Public Library The birth month as well as the bicentennial anniversary of George Washington is being observed at the Anaheim public library this month with an extensive showing of rare first editions out-of-print and other unusual books relating to the Washingtonians and their home at Mount Vernon. Miss Elizabeth Calmon, librarian, obtained the use of the collection for display in the library reading room from Lannes McPhetridge of Los Angeles, who has during a period of six or eight years brought the volumes together from many sources, finding the mas he "browsed" in book shops of Washington, D. C., in the Middle West and in several cities of Southern California. A feature of the exhibit, which Miss Calnon has spread for public view in the library's large show case, is a rare copy of "Parson" Weems' "Life of Washington," the first biography published of the first president, in which the parson gave to the world the story of the hatchet and cherry tree. Another rare first edition shown is a biography of Washington, issued in 1807, by Aaron Bancroft, father of George Bancroft, the famous historian, the father being a Congregational minister of Massachusetts. "Story Life of Washington," by Wayne Whipple, in two volumes, is another of the first editions shown. "Memories of the Mother and Wife of Washington," by Margaret Conklin; "Martha Washington," by Anne H. Wharton; "The Mother of Washington," by Mrs. Roger Pryor, are other first edition of biographies in the collection. One of the rarest and best histories of Mount Vernon is "The Home of Washington," by Benson Lossing, first issued in 1870. The book in the McPhetridge collection is a presentation copy, autographed by the author when he gave the book to his friend, Daniel Cleveland, a pioneer newspaper man of San Diego. The collector found the volume, which is in fine condition, in a San Diego book shop. Another of the rare "firsts" is "The First American—His Homes and Households," by Leila Herbert. It was first published 32 years ago, the author at the time being on the board of regents, as was her mother before her, of the Mount Vernon Ladles' association; which since Civil war times has been in charge of the preservation and upkeep of the historic home on the Potomac river. In the collection of biographies is one of General Lafayette of Washington's army staff. The book is a first issue in 1825. It is a handsome, thick volume, bound in full leather in prime condition, and the collector found this literary treasure while browsing in a San Diego book shop. With the display of books are shown man pictures in colors, among them a panoramic views of Mount Vernon and interiors of the homestead; the church on Pohick creek, deep in the woods of Virginia, where Washington often heard sermons by "Parson" Weems; Christ church in Alexandria, Va., where Washington was a vestryman for 20 years; exterior and interior views of Sulgrave Manor, ancestral home of the Washingtonians in England. Historic homes in Alexandria, where George and Martha Washington frequently dined, danced and played whist. ZETTE Is Now In Its 62d Year OLDEST PAPER IN THE COUNTY THE GAZETTE 108 NORTH EMILY STREET Number 18 By Albert T. Reid Anaheima's Win Confidence Closing of Southern County Bank Saturday Causes Temporary Hysteria From the financial crisis caused by dyscera which gripped a portion of the population Saturday following the closing of the Southern County bank, it has renewed confidence in Anaheima's financial institutions. Comment on the street after the Anaheim First National and the local branch of the Bank of America had withstood successfully runs Saturday morning and Monday morning until 11 o'clock was to this effect. "You must doff your hat to the local banks they pulled through a tough spot and have demonstrated their worth." New Deposits Bank clearings ran abnormally high Saturday, but for Monday they were only slightly higher than usual, and returned to normal Tuesday. Since then the banks have been conducting normal business, with both institutions reporting new deposits this week. Dr. William A. Doyle of the Anaheima Creek National is commenting on the situation, remarked Thursday: "We certainly appreciate the fine support we received from the residents." W. C. Horton Held For Manslaughter Faces Trial in Superior Court as Result of Oscar Cornelius Death January 11. W. Curtis Horton, involved in a fist fight with Oscar Cornellius on January 11 which resulted in the latter's death, faces trial in superior court on charges of manslaughter, as result of the preliminary hearing held before Justice Charles Kuchel Tuesday morning. Three witnesses testified at the hearing. Earl Putchoff, believed to be the only actual witness to the fight, testified he heard heated conversation between Cornellius and Horton, that Cornellius picked up a valve lifter from the back of his car, threw it back again; that he saw the men come to blows, and that Horton struck Cornellius several times when the latter was down. C. Schmidt stated he saw the last part of the fight, but not the beginning. County Autopay Surgeon Tock said Cornellius died from concussion of the brain and that head bruises indicated severe contact with some hard substance. Asa Squires Honored For Faithful Service For 50 years Asa Squires, as a member of the Anaheim Masonic lodge, faithfully and loyally served his lodge. As a result, this week he boasts a gold worth." New Deposits Bank clearings ran abnormally high Saturday, but for Monday they were only slightly higher than usual, and returned to normal Tuesday. Since then the banks have been conducting normal business with both institutions reporting new deposits this week. President William A. Dillon of the Anaheim Coast National Bank commented on the situation, remarked Thursday: "We certainly appreciate the fine support we received from the residents and business men of the community. While there were a number of depositors who wanted their money, we hold no grudge against them, and gladly paid every claim made." Liquidation of the Southern County bank will be in charge of A. Y. Robbison who was assigned by Superintendent of Banks Edward Rabey. Mountain deputy superintendent, will be st Robbison. The bank will be open within a few days for filing of claims and opening of safety deposit boxes Robbison stated that he would liquidate as quickly as possible, bearing in mind responsibility of saving as much of the banks resources by properly selling them instead of sacrificing on an unfavorable market. The bank, with headquarters in Anaheim, had branches at Apples, Buena Park and El Mohtte, with the following officers: President, J. W. Lloyd; vice-president, H. A. Hawley. Confidence was expressed by Director William Schumacher that depositors of the bank will be paid in full. He stated the bank was closed at the request of directors to protect depositors. In the bank's statement published in the Gazette in January, assets and liabilities balanced at $1,320,664. Covered Wagon To Arrive on Tuesday Next Tuesday Anaheim residents will see the Covered Wagon, which symbolizes the centennial celebration of the founding of the Home Missionary society of the Calvary Baptist church, on parade through the streets of this city. It forms one of the most dramatic features on the local church program celebrating the 100th anniversary. Representatives of 12 churches in the Santa Ana Valley association will hold their central meeting here, with a program beginning at 9:30 am, according to Rev. V. K. Ledger of the local church. The Covered Wagon represents pioneer days of 1832 when the missionary work began in the Mississippi Valley and Illinois. The wagon made in Phil- Asa Squires Honored For Faithful Service For 50 years Asa Squires, as a member of the Anaheim Masonic lodge, faithfully and loyally served his lodge. As a result, this week he boasts a gold Masonic emblem presented him Friday evening by Henry McMaster, inspector of District No. 121, on behalf of the grand lodge. Mr. Squires expressed gratitude for the kind things said about him. The 130 members attending the meeting witnessed the first degree conferred upon Paxton B. Lytle by officers of the Azure lodge No. 533 of Fullerton; and second degree ritual conferred upon E. F. Chamberlin by Senior Warden E. R. Deering. Refreshments were served after the meeting. Methodists to Hold 1933 Conference Here Upon invitation of Rev. Harold L. Thatcher of the Wesley Methodist Episcopal church, South, the next annual meeting of the district conference will be held in Anaheim. Acceptance of the invitation marked the closing sessions held at Long Beach last week. Definite date of the meeting will be decided by the presiding elder. Postal Receipts Show Decrease for Month Decrease of $309 for January, 1932 over January 1931 was recorded by the Anaheim postoffice, according to Postmaster J. H. Whitaker. Total receipts for the month were $3,750.53, while for last year they were $4,059.66. Dropping off in business during the last week of the month was responsible for most of the loss, Whitaker stated.