anaheim-gazette 1933-02-23

GROSS INCOME FROM AGRICULTURE DECLINES FROM 12 BILLIONS IN 1929 TO FIVE BILLIONS IN 1932 Gap Between Farm Prices and Costs Greater Now Then at Any Time Since 1870, as Economists Agree Farmer's Prosperity Essential Before Return of "Good Times" to America American agriculture faces the problem of determining how to close the gap between prices of farm products, now at 55 per cent of the pre-war averages, and the farm costs at 140 per cent. Because of the grave condition of agriculture in the United States, there is justification for serious consideration of proposals for raising prices of farm commodities; not yet applied in this country. RESOLUTION TO REPEAL NOW UP TO THE STATES Wets and Drys Concentrate Forces In Doubtful States; Both Claim Victory Despite the dispute raging in Washington over procedure in the attempted repeal of the eighteenth amendment, 15 states this week took action to call state conventions for the purpose of considering the resolution of repeal passed by the house of representatives Monday by a vote of 289 to 121. The same resolution Saturday passed the senate by a vote of 63 to 23 more than... Despite the dispute raging in Washington over procedure in the attempted repeal of the eighteenth amendment, 15 states this week took action to call state conventions for the purpose of considering the resolution of repeal passed by the house of representatives Monday by a vote of 289 to 121. The same resolution Saturday passed the senate by a vote of 63 to 23 more than the two-thirds necessary in both instances. The resolution will become constitutional amendment No. 21 if 36 states ratify it within the next seven years. Dry and wet forces throughout the nation concentrated their efforts on doubtful states and plan to give up hopeless states in each instance. Dry forces claim approximately 18 states, enough to defeat the amendment, while wet forces claim they will get 37 states, one more than enough to carry the repeal of the eighteenth amendment. Following is the text of the resolution for submitting to the states a proposal to repeal the eighteenth amendment: Resolved, by the senate and house of representatives of the United States of America in congress assembled (two-thirds of each house concurring therein). That, the following article is hereby proposed as an amendment to the constitution of the United States, which shall be valid to all intents and purposes as part of the constitution when ratified by conventions in three-fourths of the several states: Section 1. the eighteenth article of amendment to the constitution of the United States is hereby repealed. Section 2. The transportation or importation into any state, territory or possession of the United States for delivery or use therein of intoxicating liquor, in violation of the laws thereof, is hereby prohibited. Section 3. This article shall be inoperative unless it shall have been ratified as an amendment to the several states, as provided in the constitution, within seven years from the date of the submission hereof to the states by the congress. Police Seek Thief With Doctor's Bag Police this week are looking for a burglar with a little brown bag containing blood pressure instruments, opiates, hypodermic needle and other surgical equipment. The bag was reported stolen Tuesday morning by Dr. Milo K. Tedstrom of the Johnston clinic. Associated with Professor Tolley on the committee preparing the report were Thomas Cooper, dean and director, College of Agriculture, University of Ken tucky; L. N. Duncan, director of Agricultural Extension, Alabama Polytechnic Institute; H. W. Mumford; dean and director, College of Agriculture, University of Illinois; G. F. Warren, professor of agricultural economics. Cornell University; and M. L. Wilson, professor of agricultural economics, Montana State Agricultural College. National Guards Enjoy Big Outing Flying 5,310 miles, England town Africa, British flyers Squadron Leader Gayford, long-distance nonstop record Americans, Broadman and whose mark was 5,012 miles. Internationalism Stressed at Concepts of a new interest which recognizes that each debt to each other nation no country can prosper without neighbor countries prospering in a vigorous speech at the Fullerton union auditorium by President R.KleinSmid of the University of California. More than 1000 persons are meeting, which was preceded near former students' university and teachers of the and junior college gatherer the visiting educator. Prince Plummer welcomed President KleinSmid, while Theodore business manager of the Gazette, and president of County Men's Trojan club, the welcome extended form of the university. Dr. von KleinSmid stress civilization which will receive the strong can afford to be wealthy generous, that internationalism is not detrimental Americanism, rather elevate earth is a unit, made more technical development in recent "It is impossible to experience now," Dr. von Klelared. "We can effect a 'buy America' but the American demands that we buy choose. "Out of the gifts of these are making a new race. Our seeking freedom, a sociitis leading to a program asking advantages for children institutions of progress things brought to this city added to our rich legacy those of us who have freely give, and to know that of the New America is to the peoples of the world." Police Seek Thief With Doctor's Bag Police this week are looking for a burglar with a little brown bag containing blood pressure instruments, opiates, hypodermic needle and other surgical equipment. The bag was reported stolen Tuesday morning by Dr. Milo K. Tedstrom of the Johnston clinic. Rural Principals Meet Friday Night Rural Principals' association of Orange county members will meet Friday evening, February 24, at the Katella school, where the P.-T. A. of that district will serve dinner at 6:30 o'clock. Miss Edith Holsinger will be in charge of the musical program, while the hall will be decorated in St. Patrick's day theme. The glee club of the school will sing several Irish songs, and the school orchestra will play, while Miss Pearle Fay will give several readings, and Jean Sutherland and Gertrude Hunt will appear in an Irish jig. There is truth in MARK TWAIN'S reply as to why a spider was found in a subscriber's copy of Twain's paper. His reply was something like this: "The spider was merely looking over the publication to find which merchant was not advertising so that he could go to that store, spin a web across the door and lead a quiet, undisturbed life ever after." National Guards Enjoy Big Outing Twenty-nine enlisted men and three officers of company K, (Anaheim's Own) California National Guards, this week recalled with pleasure their weekend encampment at Kiwanis lodge at Idyllwild as the guests of Honorary Sergeant F. A. Yungbluth. Leaving in the truck provided or in private cars, the enlisted men and officers departed Anaheim on the afternoon of Saturday, February 18, and arrived four hours later at Idyllwild in time to shovel four feet of snow away from the lodge doors and prepare for a dinner that did justice to hungry men. Company K men slept comfortably in the commodious Kiwanis lodge. Sunday was devoted to mountain sports, tobogganing, throwing snowballs, and otherwise enjoying a riotous outing long to be remembered. During the dinner-hour Captain Dean Love, commander of company K, Major Don Winans, commander of the third battalion, California National Guards, and Honorary Sergeant Yungbluth spoke. By unanimous action of those present, a rousing "thank you" was voted the host. Sergeant Yungbluth's guests were Paul D. Tedrick and Forrest F. Fowler, assistant secretary of the Anaheim Kiwanis club. Yungbluth first became interested in the National Guards with the turn of the last century, when the San Francisco earthquake occurred in April, 1906. Yungbluth was senior sergeant of company L. Santa Ana. He was called to San Francisco where he became senior sergeant of company E., seventh regiment, performing notable service with his guardmen. AHEIM GAZETTE ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA, THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 1933 New Distance Record SUPERVISORS TO LEAVE TUESDAY FOR CONVENTION Sacramento Conclave To Take Up Problems of County Government As soon as members of the board of supervisors complete their regular weekly meeting next Tuesday, they will leave for Sacramento, where they will attend the annual convention of the supervisors' association on March 8, 9, and 10. Every one of Orange county's supervisors is expected to attend. Foremost among the problems to be considered, will be those regarding state control of county government, with revision looking toward more economy, especially in the matter of salaries of hundreds of employees, and consolidation of certain functions. The supervisors also will take up the proposed supervisors' plan, or the League of Municipalities' plan for a readjustment of funds secured through the three-cent gasoline tax. The supervisors' plan, as proposed by John R. Quinn of Los Angeles, is practically the same as the League of Municipalities' plan, with the exception of allocating the one-half cent additional asked from the state, cutting the latter's approximate revenues from $28,000,000 to about $22,000,000 for primary and secondary state highways. The supervisors' plan calls for the money to go to the counties on a pro rata basis, to be expended as the supervisors see. James J. Corbett "Gentleman Jim" was buried Monday. His death at his New York home Saturday brought sorrow to thousands of friends in sport and on the stage. The toughest guardian of his time took the knock-out blow from cancer. Legion Over Top Internationalism Stressed at Meet 1000 Hear Dr. Von KleinSmid Tell Concepts of New Era of "Brotherly Love" Concepts of a new internationalism which recognizes that each nation owes debt to each other nation, and that the country can prosper without her neighbor countries prospering, were outed in a vigorous speech Monday evening at the Fullerton union high school editorium by President Rufus B. von KleinSmid of the University of South Carolina. More than 1000 persons attended the meeting, which was preceded by a dinner where former students of the university and teachers of the high school and junior college gathered to honor the visiting educator. Principal Louis Summer welcomed President von KleinSmid, while Theodore B. Kuchel, business manager of the Anaheim zette, and president of the Orange County Men's Trojan club, responded to the welcome extended former students of the university. Dr. von KleinSmid stressed a new civilization which will recognize that the strong can afford to be kind, the healthy generous, that preaching internationalism is not detracting from americanism, rather elevating it; the truth is a unit, made more so by technical development in recent years. "It is impossible to experience a separation now," Dr. von KleinSmid declared. "We can effect a policy of duty America" but the American freedom demands that we buy where we moose. "Out of the gifts of the nations we are making a new race. Ours is a people seeking freedom, a social order that is leading to a program of progress, taking advantages for children, developing institutions of progress; these are things brought to this country and added to our rich legacy. It behooves those of us who have freely received to freely give, and to know that the spirit of the New America is to understand the peoples of the world." Twenty-Thirtians Palities' plan for a readjustment of funds secured through the three-cent gasoline tax. The supervisors' plan, as proposed by John R. Quinn of Los Angeles, is practically the same as the League of Municipalities' plan, with the exception of allocating the one-half cent additional asked from the state, cutting the latter's approximate revenues from $28,000,000 to about $22,000,000 for primary and secondary state highways. The supervisors' plan calls for the money to go to the counties on a pro rata basis, to be expended as the supervisors see fit. The League plans call for the money to be distributed to the cities, pro rata with the counties getting the same amount as at present. Road problems, consideration of tax problems with possible recommendation on new taxation, is looked for by supervisors attending. The recommendations will be submitted to the state legislature, which opens next week. Wallop President of Savings, Loan All officers of the Savings, Loan and Building association of Anaheim were re-elected Wednesday. William T. Wallop again heads the association as president. Other officers are Henry M. Adams, vice-president; Fred A. Backs, secretary; Elmer E. Bruce, assistant secretary; Leonard Evans, attorney. The board of directors, besides the officers, includes: H. A. Dickel, A. E. Schumacher, H. H. Benjamin and Dr. W. L. Bigham. The report to stockholders stated that the association had enjoyed a very successful year in 1932, and recalled how it had been one of the most aggressive financial firms in a campaign toward good times by loaning money on improved property. The association is the second oldest institution of its kind in Orange county. It now is entering its forty-fourth year. Contractors Oppose Day Labor Methods Members of the Orange County Builders' Exchange this week stand opposed to plans of the Metropolitan Water District to purchase machinery and do its own work in construction of an aqueduct from Hoover dam to Southern California. The contractors point out that much of the machinery needed for the job already is owned by contractors and that purchase of more machinery would be an economic waste. They also claim that through contracting the work can be done more efficiently, and that arrangements could be made to hire Southern California labor. "Gentleman Jim" was buried Monday. His death at his New York home Saturday brought sorrow to thousands of friends in sport and on the stage. The toughest giadior of his time took the knock-out blow from cancer. Legion Over Top In Member Drive Will Celebrate Achievement by Banquet at Clubrooms On March 6 Legionaires of Anaheim post, in celebration of "going over the top" by a margin of two in its membership campaign, will banquet at the city hall clubrooms at 7 o'clock on the evening of March 6. This announcement was made Monday evening by Chairman Clyde Childress of the membership committee, which secured 182 members, two more than the 180 quota set by the California department, American Legion. The post approved a resolution opposing removal of the $1,000 tax exemption now granted ex-service men, and passed a resolution favoring placing a $30,-900,000 bond issue on the general election ballot. Commander J. Fred Sidebottom was authorized to proceed with plans and specifications for the proposed new clubhouse, following a vote approving the recommendations of the executive committee. Virginia Sale In P.T.A. Benefit Impersonations that varied from dramatic to rediculous were given by Miss Virginia Sale, sister of the noted "Chic" Sale, at a Parent-Teacher association benefit in the Anaheim union high school Monday evening. The Mothers' chorus of Anaheim rendered three numbers during intermission, while the high school orchestra under Director Joshua Williams opened the program. Mrs. Harry Burden was general chairman, assisted by Mrs. Walter Ross and Mrs. Mary C. Splelman. Mrs. John Kemper was in charge of the candy sale, Mrs. F. M. Bungay in charge of ticket sales, and Mrs. L. J. McKee in charge of publicity. Serving 30 Days For Drunk Driving "Crime Will Be Major Problem So Long As Criminals Are Made 'Heroes' Through Publicity"—Judge Allen Crime will continue to be a major problem in the United States so long as radio detective stories, motion pictures, magazines and the less responsible daily newspapers continue to "play up" criminals. This is the opinion of Superior Judge James L. Allen, who Wednesday unburdened himself as follows: "We can expect crime to continue for as long as the government permits the portrayal of crimes over the radio, the broadcasting of murder trials and also private detectives to tell their adventures in radio programs." "Youths read these stories, and see crime films at an impressionable age. Consequently, the young folk are filled with the glamor of crime. They do not realize that crime does not pay. All they see is the adventure, and the lure of easy money. "For so long as amusement sources continue to laud the criminal and the newspaper rehash vivid crimes of other days and play up present-day crimes, just so long will the law enforcement agencies of the land find it increasingly difficult to stem the rising tide of crime that is sweeping over the nation." Judge Allen stated that most crimi- pals in court today are under 30 years of age. In fact, he pointed out that a large proportion if not a majority are under 25 years old. The Jurist scored parents who permit their boys to run wild at night. He said that these boys see crime pictures, hear broadcasts of great crimes, read crime stories in the magazines, and are enamored by the glamor and drama. Their natural reaction is to try their hand at crime, which in the long run doesn't pay, the jurist said. In Judge Allen's opinion, the place to stop crime is before youth tries to emulate the criminal "heroes" produced through publicity." PROPOSE CHANGE IN COUNTY GOVERNMENTS ACT TO LOWER SALARIES, SAVING $50,000 Reduction Schedule Worked Out In Joint Conference of Orange County Supervisors and Legislators; No Trouble Anticipated Since County Occupies Classification No. 9, Alone When Senator Nelson T. Edwards and Assemblymen Edward (Ted) Craig and James Utt leave Monday for Sacramento they will take with them a proposed amendment to the county governments act which if adopted by the state legislature, will mean a further annual saving of approximately $50,000, accomplished through reduction of Orange county employe salaries. The schedule of reductions was worked out in joint meetings of the legislators and the board of supervisors. Combined with the reductions of controllable salaries, which in certain instances have received a total reduction of 30 per cent in the last year, the total annual saving to taxpayers of Orange county through salary reductions is expected to reach about $100,000. Salaries to be reduced under the act of the state legislature are slashed on a 20 per cent basis for monthly payments of $250 or more; on a 15 per cent basis for salaries between $150 and $249; on a 10 per cent basis for salaries from $125 to $149. All these salaries are governed by the state legislature under county classifications, of which Orange county is No. 9, and no reduction can be made by the board of supervisors. County Assessor James Sleeper, Clerk J. M. Backs, Auditor W. T. Lambert, District Attorney S. B. Kaufman, Recorder Justine Whitney, Sheriff Logan Jackson, and Superintendent of PURCHASE OF MOTORCYCLES IS DISCUSSED City Councilmen May Replace Worn-Out Auto With Less Costly Two-Wheelers If sentiment expressed by city councilmen at Tuesday night's meeting results in action, Anaheim's police will have two new motorcycles to replace one worn-out small car. The councilmen expressed the opinion that if the police were on motorcycles at least double the number of persons would be "warned" before violating any motor vehicle law. The two motor- of the state legislature are slashed on a 20 per cent basis for monthly payments of $250 or more; on a 15 per cent basis for salaries between $150 and $249; on a 10 per cent basis for salaries from $125 to $149. All these salaries are governed by the state legislature under county classifications, of which Orange county is No. 9, and no reduction can be made by the board of supervisors. County Assessor James Sleeper, Clerk J. M. Backs, Auditor W. T. Lambert, District Attorney S. B. Kaufman, Recorder Justine Whitney, Sheriff Logan Jackson, and Superintendent of Schools Ray Adkinson and other elective officers were slashed only 15 per cent because, though their salaries can be reduced while they are in office, their annual pay from the county cannot be increased during term of office. Thus, in some instances for a period of six years, no increase could be granted, although with appointive offices under the state law, such increases are allowed every two years. A further factor in giving elective offices a five per cent leeway was the demands for donations and costs of election. The county grand jury recently recommended certain cuts in salaries, trying in one operation to adjust inequities and reduce expenses. The legislators and supervisors, acting independently, have agreed to try only one thing at a time. The first is reduction of salaries. The second is scheduled to be whatever readjustment of salaries is needed to make economies equitable. (Continued on page 5) Washington Birth Celebrated Here George Washington (old Center) school Wednesday was one focal point in Anaheim for the celebration of George Washington's birthday. Re-named a year ago as part of the bicentennial celebration honoring "the father of our country," George Washington's school opened in the afternoon with a salute to the flag. In rapid order followed a score of numbers, including recitations, marching songs, and other numbers given by individuals, groups and classes with the whole school taking part in some songs. At Fremont school the children, without the aid of a director, wrote and enacted a clever little play, "My Dear George Washington." The student body joined in the singing, while the school orchestra played an opening number, and individual numbers by members of the student body completed the program. Anaheim union high school students Thursday were scheduled to give a series of orations on George Washington at the regular assembly. City Councilmen May Replace Worn-Out Auto With Less Costly Two-Wheelers If sentiment expressed by city councilmen at Tuesday night's meeting results in action, Anaheim's police will have two new motorcycles to replace one worn-out small car. The councilmen expressed the opinion that if the police were on motorcycles at least double the number of persons would be "warned" before violating any motor vehicle law. The two motorcycles would be purchased for about the price of one new low-priced car. Mayor Charles Mann opined. Engineer E. P. Hapgood reported on the drainage problem on the west city limits, and was instructed to proceed with improvements, which will cost approximately $200. The board of supervisors, it is understood, have agreed to bear the cost of that portion which is in the county. The city council also received a proposal for collection of garbage and trash in the city. No action was taken on the proposal. At present, the city has an arrangement whereby ot collects the garbage and sells it for a nominal amount to D. J. Bastanchury. Yungbluth Named Association Chief F. A. Yungbluth, city councilman and prominent merchant of this city, was re-elected president of the Anaheim Building and Loan association at a meeting of directors held in the association's offices at Center and Lemon streets Monday evening. Other officers re-elected were: S. W. Todd and William Schumacher, vice-presidents; E. E. Smith, vice-president and general manager; and F. F. Fowler, secretary. P. A. Fluor was elected to fill the directorship vacancy caused by the death of William Falkenstein. Other directors, in addition to President Yungbluth, are: Smith, Todd, Schumacher, Dr. A. H. Domann and Eldon W. Stark. Kraemer Secures Re-Roofing Permit Samuel Kraemer Tuesday secured a re-roofing permit for a building at 126 South Los Angeles street. Estimated cost of the job will be $480. Burglar Take Revolver, Watch Burglar entered the W. J. Troutman residence of 321 North Emily street Monday evening and took a wrist watch At Fremont school the children, without the aid of a director, wrote and enacted a clever little play, "My Dear George Washington." The student body joined in the singing, while the school orchestra played an opening number, and individual numbers by members of the student body completed the program. Anaheim union high school students Thursday were scheduled to give a series of orations on George Washington at the regular assembly. Pays $25 Fine for Liquor Possession Roy Story of 506 North Los Angeles street Tuesday paid a $25 fine in lieu of spending 25 days in jail, as a result of being convicted in the recorder's court of possession of intoxicating liquors, and drunkness, following his arrest Monday night. Half of the $50 fine was suspended. Rites Wednesday For Mrs. Leeson Funeral services for Mrs. Rachel L. Leeson, who died Sunday morning at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Walter Smith of 1117 Diamond street, were held parlors. Rev. Ray C. Harker, pastor uarlore. Rev. Ray C. Harker, pastor of the White Temple church, officiated. A son, Hubert H. Leeson of Norwalk, assisted as pall bearer. Public Offices Are Closed Wednesday Anaheim's city hall, postoffice, banks, public library, and the offices of the income tax deputy in the city council chambers were closed Wednesday, in observance of Washington's birthday. While the public schools did not close, they observed the legal holiday and the birthday of the "father of our country" with special exercises.