anaheim-gazette 1933-05-04

POLITICALLY SPEAKING BY THOMAS B. MALARKEY Marysville's forceful senator, W. P. Rich, gave one of the best legislative shows of the session when he exposed what everybody knew existed—namely that "vote trading" was a compelling and often decisive force in California's law-making. In the most amazing speech in the senate since the legislature convened, Rich singled out first one senator and then another, citing instances where each had "traded horses for cows." He tore away the cloak of secrecy surrounding senate finance committee's executive session. His remarks were leavened with just enough humor to ease the jolt. Specifically, Rich alleged "economy minded" senators were responsible for the senate finance committee's "indefensible" appropriation increases for University of California, Teachers Colleges and junior colleges. "Vote trading is nothing new," observed one veteran senator later. "It's been going on long as I can remember. I've known Rich to trade votes himself." Rightly or wrongly, the conviction exists the man responsible for the veto of the pari-mutuel horse betting bill was William Randolph Hearst. At first the governor indicated he would sign the bill. Then he saw Hearst; also Harry Chandler, Los Angeles publisher. He achieved an overnight reversal in attitude and ended up by vetoing the measure. Be it said, however, the governor had a tailor-made "out". The people voted down a horse racing proposal last November. He argued his approval of the bill—irrespective of personal convictions—would label him a "minority governor." Once a legislator is pegged as tricky he might as well stay home. A veteran Maternal Death Rate Decreases Nine Deaths In Orange County In 1932 as Compared With 11 In 1931 Through education and improved care of expectant mothers California is steadily reducing its number of maternal deaths. Records of the state department of public health disclose that maternal deaths totaled 448 in California last year, or a rate of 5.7 as compared with 510 such deaths in 1931 when the rate was 6.2. There were nine maternal deaths in Orange county last year, as compared to 11 in the previous 12-month period, records of the department showed. Despite the lack of hospital facilities, as compared to some of the more populated counties, 13 counties mostly in northern California had no maternal deaths in 1932. The counties with perfect records included Alpine, Colusa, Del Norté, El Dorado, Inyo, Lake, Lassen, Mariposa, Plumas, San Benito Sierra and Trinity. At the same time most of the major cities of the state had rates lower than that for the state as a whole. Long Beach was credited with the low maternal death rate of 3.5; Oakland and San Francisco, 4.8; San Diego, 4.2; Sacramento, 5.6. The Los Angeles rate was 7.2, a substantial decrease, however, from the 9.1 rating of the previous year when there were 161 maternal deaths. Illinoisans Picnic On Thursday, May 11 Invitations to the annual spring picnic reunion of the Illinois society of Southern California, which will be held Thursday, May 11, in Sycamore Grove park, Los Angeles. President Henry J. Brubaker asks all former residents of Illinois to attend and meet old friends. County registers will be open all day. LEGISON SIDE This is "sleepers" in case you don't parently harmless tucked away in the future are far reaching the mad day marks the close session, it's comp slip through such somebody maintain and sounds an ala the "joker." Senator Charles on and on in suitor abolis deficient came a pause. King. Suddenly and "Are you through I would like to King snapped through I'll sit do Rotund and floral man had just received in his tax utility The senate postpo his measure, over and disappointedwards the senate finger: "Senators for your constituent 'em." Once he gets we P. Rich, Marysville his neighbors. T John McColl, Red Rich said; "And trader of them a senator from Red thankful he wasn't mittee. Otherwise have the capital h A Mendocino cut the deputy sch $75 per month. G outraged—so much bill. "Perhaps if Sign the bill. Then he saw Hearst; also Harry Chandler, Los Angeles publisher. He achieved an overnight reversal in attitude and ended up by vetting the measure. Be it said, however, the governor had a tallor-made "out". The people voted down a horse racing proposal last November. He argued his approval of the bill—irrespective of personal convictions—would label him a "minority governor." Once a legislator is pegged as tricky he might as well stay home. A veteran assemblyman bearing that reputation got a minor bill through the lower house, and onto the senate floor. The measure had merit. No opposition appeared. "Ayes" followed each other monotonously as the roll was called. Towards the close, there was a stir. Then "noes" began to flock in. Immediately senators arose and changed affirmative votes to negative. The bill was beaten. Inquiry revealed the solons were suspicious. They decided the safest course was to kill the bill. Speaking of vote trading, a few surreptitious exchanges may pass the racing bill over the governor's veto and, simultaneously, save the state-wide water plan constitutional amendment. Here's the play: The water plan needs three votes to get over, when it comes up for reconsideration. The racing bloc may be disposed to give the state water plan a helpful boost if such a concession would bring enough votes to override the veto. The senate has fashioned itself a club to hold over Governor Rolph... it is the confirmation of appointment of the governor's son to the $5,000 pilot commission job... seven other appointments are also being withheld... if the governor runs amuck and vetoes pet senatorial measures, the senate will know where and how to retaliate... seldom has a westerner governor been more unpopular with a senate... Rolph vetoed three county government bills... the upper house overrode all three vetoes and highest number of votes the governor received was eight... on the assembly side it was even worse on one veto... there he received only seven supportnig votes. Make "Last Stand" On Cypress Canker A movement which is taking on some of the characteristics of a "last stand" against a disease which is gradually destroying the beautiful, historic and extremely valuable Monterey cypress in California, has been undertaken by the City of San Francisco. Within the past few days the agricultural commissioner's office of San Francisco county has issued an order refusing entry into its Illinoisans Picnic On Thursday, May 11 Invitations to the annual spring picnic reunion of the Illinois society of Southern California, which will be held Thursday, May 11, in Sycamore Grove park, Los Angeles. President Henry J. Brubaker asks all former residents of Illinois to attend and meet old friends. County registers will be open all day. Historical Society To Hear 2 Speakers Marion A. Speer, author of "Western Trail," will speak on "The Earthquake," and John P. Harrington will talk on "Chinigchinich" at the Orange County Historical Society meeting to be held at the Ebell club, Santa Ana. Friday evening at 7:30 o'clock, Secretary S. M. Davis announced this week. LESS STORAGE OF POULTRY AS EGGS INCREASE Holdings of Eggs Up Materially But Cold Storage of Poultry Trend Downward The April report from the Bureau of Agricultural Economics shows 3,107,000 cases of eggs in cold storage. This compares with 2,672,000 cases in April 1932 and a five-year average of 2,815,000 cases. Egg holdings have built up materially, as on March 1, there were 833,000 cases less than on March 1, 1932. Cold storage holdings on the Pacific Coast are in a more favorable position as there are 2,634 cases less than were on hand a year ago. Less Frozen Poultry Meat Considering all kinds of poultry meat there are 7,465,000 pounds less on hand than a year ago and 13,255,000 pounds less than for the five year average. There are a few exceptions, however. The quantity of fryers, roasters, fowls, turkeys and ducks exceed that on hand a year ago. Turkeys are in greater quantity than any of the other classifications. They are in excess of ever a million pounds greater than last year and two million pounds greater than the five-year average. Following the status of the cold storage situation is of importance to the grower, according to W. M. Cory, assistant farm advisor, as indicative of the trend in the industry and its probable affect upon prices paid producers. Wild Lilacs Are Make "Last Stand" On Cypress Canker A movement which is taking on some of the characteristics of a "last stand" against a disease which is gradually destroying the beautiful, historic and extremely valuable Monterey cypress in California, has been undertaken by the City of San Francisco. Within the past few days the agricultural commissioner's office of San Francisco county has issued an order refusing entry into its county of all Italian and Monterey cypress trees from other parts of the state unless accompanied by an official certificate attesting that such trees are from a district free from cypress canker, the disease in question. The order was issued primarily to save the stand of approximately 9,000 of the trees, planted in hedgerows and otherwise in Golden Gate Park. The spread of the canker has now reached to the gates of the city, there being a number of cases in San Mateo county, and the commissioner's office states that everything humanly possible is being done to prevent it from entering the city and the park, where it is the foundation arboreal ornament. There is no known cure or even treatment for the disease, and its course can be checked only by the destruction of the diseased tree. In spite of the most strenuous control efforts the dread disease has now spread from Riverside to San Mateo Counties. The Monterey cypress has an economic value running into the millions of dollars, both from an aesthetic and a commercial standpoint. It is said to be the state's best windbreak, and as a windbreak is absolutely necessary for the raising of oranges in certain sections. Sow Redeems Self After Long Delay Jake Southward of Merced was very disgusted with his sow when she gave birth to only one pig. A week later she redeemed herself and farrowed 10 more. LEGISLATIVE SIDE LIGHTS This is "sleeper" season. "Sleepers," in case you don't know, are bills apparently harmless on the face, but tucked away in the body of the measure are far reaching provisions. During the mad day-and-night rush which marks the close of every legislative session, it's comparatively simple to slip through such a measure unless somebody maintains eternal vigilance and sounds an alarm when he discovers the "joker." Senator Charles King was droning on and on in support of his pet bill to abolish deficiency judgments. There came a pause. King remained standing. Suddenly another senator popped. "Are you through?" he asked. "If so I would like to make a statement." King snapped back: "When I'm through I'll sit down!" Rotund and florid Senator J. M. Inman had just received another setback in his tax utility equalization measure. The senate postponed consideration of his measure, over his protest. Angry and disappointed, Inman wheeled towards the senate and shook a warning finger; "Senators, get you alibis ready for your constituents. You'll sure need 'em." Once he gets wound up, Senator W. P. Rich, Marysville, doesn't even spare his neighbors. Turning on Senator John McColl, Redding, the other day, Rich said; "And the greatest vote trader of them all—bar none—is the senator from Redding. We should be thankful he wasn't on the finance committee. Otherwise, by this time, he'd have the capital half-way to Redding." A Mendocino county government bill cut the deputy school superintendent to $75 per month. Governor Rolph was outraged—so much so he vetoed the bill. "Perhaps if the deputy school NATIONAL PARKS REPORT LIST OF CLOSED STREAMS Lassen, Sequoia and Yosemite Officials Protect Fish In Certain Areas In addition to streams and lakes closed to trout fishing this year, as announced by the state fish and game commission, several of the national parks have prepared a list of such waters affected this year. The Lassen National Park authorities present the following list, effective May 1: Upper Kings Creek, above lower crossing of highway and Emerald Lake, closed permanently. Rutte Lake, and all streams running in or out of said lake, open June 16. On Rutte Lake no fishing from boats will be permitted. All streams where spawning is taking place shall remain closed until spawning is over. Park rangers will give detailed information on request. In Sequoia National Park, Cabin Meadow Creek; Wolverton Creek above Highway Bridge; Atwell Creek; Whitman Creek through Hockett Meadow; Tuohy Creek; Granite Creek above the crossing of the Cliff Creek Trail will be closed during the entire season. Tamarack Lake; Hamilton Lakes and connecting stream closed until June 10. After June 10, special limit of 10 fish or 5 pounds and one fish caught or in possession. Special limit of 10 fish per day, caught or in possession, applies on Marble Fork of Kaeweah River and all tributaries, including lakes. Yosemite National Park authorities announce that the following waters have been closed to fishing: Lake Eleanor, Eleanor Creek, and Frog Creek to junction of Laurel Lake Trail. In the Illouette basin Grayling Lake, Red Creek, Gray Creek and Clark Creek have been closed. Other streams and lakes may be closed later in the season, if water conditions warrant such action. This Week At The STATE CAPITOL By MELVIN LORD The 50th California legislature was entering the home stretch this week after one of the most hectic periods of the session. A recess beginning May 12 and extending to July 17 finally was agreed upon to permit the calling of a special election on tax matters. A compromise tax program representing a combination of most of the major tax proposals before the legislature was presented by a "committee of 14" comprised of members of both houses. The new program, which has the backing of leaders of both the senate and assembly, is built around a 2 per cent consumers retail sales tax which would bring in an estimated $75,000,000 during the biennium, the money to be used to ease the local school tax burden. Provision also is made for increased taxes of public utilities; an increase from $3 to $4 for automobile registration fees, and a 2 per cent sales tax against consumers of gas electricity and users of telephone service. After days of bitter debate, marked by an unsuccessful stand by an economy bloc headed by Senator W. P. Rich, Marysville, the senate finally passed a budget bill calling for governmental expenditures totaling $246,956,-856.95, an increase of almost $6,000,-000,000 over the "economy" budget passed by the assembly. Concurrence in the amendments which increased the budget is considered doubtful. A definite split between the legislature and governor has developed and promises considerable fireworks before the session is over. For the first time in at least 35 years, both houses overrode the governor's veto on three Mendocino county government bills. Since Rolph vetored the measure which would legalize pari-mutuel betting on A Mendocino county government bill cut the deputy school superintendent to $75 per month. Governor Rolph was outraged—so much so he vetoed the bill. "Perhaps if the deputy school superintendent works good and hard, the legislature may see fit to promote him to the post of janitor," the governor remarked acidly. Assemblyman Tom Maloney and Senator Harry Parkmann ran into a gubernatorial barrage when they appeared before the governor the other morning and inquired if he intended to veto the pari-mutuel bill. The governor responded emphatically "yes." Then he turned to Parkmann and said: "Why is it nobody will fight my battles on the senate floor? Why is it nobody will defend me when I am attacked?" The governor was smarting over the senate and assembly overriding his vetoes of three county government bills. He made it quite clear he was not in a mood to "play ball" with the legislature as long as that body continued to repudiate him and his judgment at every turn. Chorus Prepared for Friday Night Anaheim's Civic chorus completed its rehearsals Wednesday night for presentation of Hayden's oratorio, "The Creation," at the Santa Ana high school auditorium Friday night, under the auspices of the Santa Ana Elks club. The 75 voices blended well in the last rehearsal, indicating that the presentation this week will equal if not excel that given here a month ago. At the meeting Monday night the board of directors named Madam Rosemary Rose director, Katherine Steward accompanist, and Reginald Taylor chairman of the board. Ramm Re-elected Board President R. W. Ramm was re-elected president of the high school board at its meeting Monday afternoon, while Louis Hoskins was chosen clerk. New members A. C. Riutcel and A. H. Pibel were seated. The board heard a committee of the farm bureau present the latter's recommendation for an approximate $30,000 cut in expenses, and instructed Principal J. A. Clayes to prepare the budget for the coming year. Yosemite National Park authorities announce that the following waters have been closed to fishing: Lake Eleanor, Eleanor Creek, and Frog Creek to junction of Laurel Lake Trail. In the Illouette basin Grayling Lake, Red Creek, Gray Creek and Clark Creek have been closed. Other streams and lakes may be closed later in the season, if water conditions warrant such action. With the above exceptions, California state fishing laws apply in the National Parks. A state fishing license is required to fish in park waters. The tributaries of Eel, VanDusen and Mad rivers and the lower reaches of Redwood Creek all were carrying too much water for fishing the opening day. The outstanding fishing areas for early spring in the northwest coast area are the Big and Stone lagoons, north of Eureka. These lagoons have an abundant supply of cut-throat and small steelhead and because these waters clear early, they always provide the best fishing in that area. The Eel River and all its tributaries, as well as the Matole River, are still too high for any sport, according to reports from the Garberville region, although the main fork of the Eel River has cleared somewhat, it is still too milky for good fly fishing. Shown the Way One of the ways of increasing the returns in many farm communities is to go in for special crops and reduce acreage of staple or surplus crops. This is easier said than done. It has brought disappointment to many who have tried it. The reason is that the growing of any crop, no matter how simple it may seem, does actually require special experience and often special requirements in the way of soil, water and storage. Preparation for market is another item. If the farmer starting a new crop will stick to it for a few years and study its culture he will usually master its production. But usually one year's failure stops a man. So the problem is to work into the crop in some way to avoid failure. How this was done in a Pennsylvania community through the projects of 4-H club members may give an idea to other communities. Celery growing was taken up as one of the club projects in Schuylkill county, Pa., several years ago. Club caught or in possession, applies on Marble Fork of Kaweah River and all tributaries, including lakes. A definite split between the legislative and governor has developed and promises considerable fireworks before the session is over. For the first time in at least 35 years, both houses overrode the governor's veto on three Mendocino county government bills. Since Rolph vetoed the measure which would legalize pari-mutuel betting on horse races, there have been threats that this veto also would be invalidated. Lacking by three votes the necessary two-third majority in the senate, the measure which would authorize the state to embark on a water conservation program has been tied up in the upper house. A motion by Senator Will R. Sharkey, Martinez, to reconsider the vote by which the measure was defeated, has been continued from day to day, presumably in an effort to gain the 27 votes necessary for passage. After years of effort, organized labor won a signal victory when the assembly passed the so-called "yellow dog" bill which would outlaw any contract which would prohibit an employee from joining a labor union. Berry Men Meet In L. A. Friday Youngberry growers are rapidly joining the new berry marketing organization, according to Eric E. Eastman, assistant farm advisor in Orange county. S. H. Garner, president of the new organization, reported a 100 per cent sign up of all berry growers present at two meetings held in Van Nuys for the San Fernando Valley district. Interest of the new members is so keen that a mass meeting is planned for all Southern California youngberry growers in the office of the Los Angeles county farm bureau. 524 N. Spring street, Los Angeles, on Friday, May 5, at 9:30 A.M. This is located about two blocks west of the old plaza near the north entrance to the Broadway tunnel. "This mass meeting is being held as the result of a request from growers for a general "get-together," said Mr. Garner. District meetings have been held in the San Fernando and central San Garbriel valleys southeastern Los Angeles, and in San Bernardino and Orange counties. Officers of the organization report favorable arrangements are under way for hauling which will effect material savings over prices charged for this service last year. In addition to this, basket prices will be Board President R. W. Ramm was re-elected president of the high school board at its meeting Monday afternoon, while Louis Hoskins was chosen clerk. New members A. C. Rlutcel and A. H. Pibel were seated. The board heard a committee of the farm bureau present the latter's recommendation for an approximate $30,000 cut in expenses, and instructed Principal J. A. Clayes to prepare the budget for the coming year. Orange Planning 2nd Pioneer Day Success of the Pioneer day celebration at Orange Monday has promoted officials to announce that they will begin immediately to plan for the second annual event. More than 12,000 persons attended the celebration, witnessing a colorful parade featuring old-fashioned modes of transportation and clothing. Following hte parade crowds stayed to watch games and entertainment. Attorney Burke Wins Vindication The California supreme court Monday handed down a decision vindicating Attorney W. Maxwell Burke of Santa Ana of charges preferred by the California Bar association that he had violated its rules and ethics. The court declared that Burke has a "splendid history of legal training and practice" and that "no support in the record for the recommended suspension" was found. The decision ends a case pending since July, 1931. New Jersey Picnic On Saturday, May 13 Former residents of New Jersey are invited to attend the annual picnic reunion to be held Saturday, May 13, at Sycamore Grove park, Los Angeles. President C. Newton Miller will be in charge. If the farmer starting a new crop will stick to it for a few years and study its culture he will usually master its production. But usually one year's failure stops a man. So the problem is to work into the crop in some way to avoid failure. How this was done in a Pennsylvania community through the projects of 4-H club members may give an idea to other communities. Celery growing was taken up as one of the club projects in Schuylkill county, Pa., several years ago. Club members found that in spite of the fine prospect the crop offered for making money it was another thing to produce a quality of the crop which sold well. So they had to go through an experimental stage. With the aid of County Agent W. L. Bollinger and specialists from the State College they found that to produce a high quality of celery had to have plenty of water. One club member solved this by pumping water down the furrows between the rows. This was improved upon after a time by overhead irrigation. With the experience of club members to guide them and continued assistance from the state specialists local farmers took up the crop. They were saved much disappointment as a result, and got started off on the right foot. One grower alone now puts out 70,000 plants. The past year six large irrigation systems were installed to water the celery crops of their owners. Paint Demonstration Proves Big Success "Our two-day demonstration last Friday and Saturday was the most successful we ever had," W. B. Spencer of the Spencer Paint Store on West Center street declared this week. "More than 400 people attended, despite inclement weather. On Saturday alone, which was cloudy and cold, we had 300 people in the store and made 115 sales, some of them of more than ordinary value." As in the past three years, Miss Miller, factory representative, conducted the demonstration. Home Furnishings Due for Boom Soon County Clerk J. M. Backs this week predicted a decided boom in the house furnishing business as a result of April's record of 334 couples securing marriage licenses in this county. That is the largest "month's business" for the county clerk of any April since 1927 when the "gin law" became effective. In 1932 the number of licenses issued was 265; in March, 1933, the total was 262. April's record brings the year's total to 1133. Navel Orange Tree Planting is Feted Colorful floats depicting early arrivals and modes of travel in California will feature the program at Riverside Friday in commemoration of the sixtieth anniversary of the planting of the first navel orange tree in California. The program is sponsored by the River-side chambers of commerce. Many growers and organizations in Southern California will take part. Week At The CAPITOL ELVIN LORD California legislature was home stretch this week the most hectic periods of winning May 12 and ex-17 finally was agreed the calling of a special matters. rise tax program reprenation of most of the proposals before the legislated by a "committee led of members of both program, which has the officers of both the senate built around a 2 per retail sales tax which an estimated $75,000,000 premium, the money to be the local school tax buralso is made for in-17 public utilities; an in-18 to $4 for automobile cars, and a 2 per cent cost consumers of gas users of telephone services. bitter debate, marked useful stand by an econpendent by Senator W. P. the senate finally bill calling for governures totaling $246,956,-case of almost $6,000,-the "economy" budget assembly. Concurrence which increased the mered doubtful. It between the legislator has developed and desirable fireworks before ever. For the first time years, both houses overor's veto on three city government bills, used the measure which pari-mutuel betting on State Industries On Upward Paths State-Wide Survey by Bank of America Shows Improvement Noticed by Many Concrete evidence that improvement in the condition of many California industries was under way prior to the launching of the inflation policy are brought out in a state-wide survey reported in the April issue of the Bank of America business review. Employment in the construction field increased 25% in March over the preceding month, while the number of men employed in building and assembling automobiles in March of this year was 52% higher than in the like month of 1932. Cannery work increased appreciably, and the return of legal beer swelled the brewery, trucking company and glass manufacturer's payrolls. Building permits of 32 California cities increased 46.9% last month. While this showing was influenced by rebuilding plans following the earthquake, the rise was not entirely attributable to the catastrophe, for the aggregate total of building permits for eight western states was 28.1% above the showing for February. Numerous favorable factors became apparent in the agricultural industry of California last month. The principal price increase was registered by hops, the value of which rose to 150% over the 1932 showing. Advances in the price of beans in March are estimated to have added potential value of $633,-000 to this year's crop. After sagging in March, butter prices scored a favorable increase during the first three weeks of April. Killing frost which struck the inland valleys of the state during the first half of the current month augmented the effect of voluntary curtailment plans, resulting in a general reduction in the available quantity of food products out of storage and the prolongation of favorable price levels are reported. Poetic Justice In Lobbyist Attacks (Continued from page 1) house indicated a belief in reciprocity. It is a regrettable fact that voteswapping has become the "accepted thing" in instances of hotly-contested measures, with members and some of the lobbyists, or representatives of various industries and groups, candidly trading ballots to achieve their ends. On the other hand, in defense of the operation of the farm plan of reapportionment—in full effect this session for the first time—it may be stated truthfully that the trading of votes, for the most part, has been mainly within membership of each house, rather than between houses. There has been exceedingly little trading, to date, as between houses—the danger which opponents of the farm plan of reapportionment professed to see in the plan of giving control of one house to the rural areas and control of the other to the cities. In fairness to the legislators, it should also be noted that the present legislative session has been fought with more serious problems than any other within the past two decades. Even the best of legislators is likely to look bad in the record book this year due to the chaotic conditions of the country and the seeming impossibility of finding an answer to the economic puzzle. Indicative of the terrific pressure to which legislators have been subjected, more than 290 lobbyists were on hand in Sacramento when the session opened. At the present time, with adjournment not far distant, this number has dwindled to approximately 120, or "a lobbyist for every member." But with all the abundance of lobbyists, there has been an unusual shortage in "entertainment funds." Legislators this year had fewer "free lunches" and dinners than in past sessions. But the "people's representatives," as the lobbyists style themselves, have made up in conversation what they lacked in entertainment funds. It between the legislator has developed and desirable fireworks before ever. For the first time years, both houses overnor's veto on three city government bills, used the measure which marri-mutuel betting on there have been threats so would be invalidated. Free votes the necessary city in the senate, the would authorize the on a water conserva-ves been tied up in the motion by Senator Will Linez, to reconsider the measure was defeat-continued from day to in an effort to gain the jury for passage. effort, organized labor story when the assem-so-called "yellow dog" outlaw any contract exhibit an employee from union. Long Beach Thanks Anaheimers for Aid Mayer Charles Mann of Anaheim this week is in receipt of a communication from Mayor Asa E. Frickling of Long Beach, thanking officials and citizens of this city for their generous aid to Long Beach after the earthquake of March 10. Mayor Frickling also invited the city council to attend the rehabilitation celebration at Long Beach marine stadium this Saturday. Pines-to-Palms Road Nearly Done Road construction on the Pine-to-Palms Highway is practically completed. This route extends from Idyllwild to Palm Springs. Light Rainfall Over Week-End Light rains over the week-end and Monday night brought the total rainfall this season to $6.21 inches, compared with 15.16 inches at this time a year ago. The Monday night fall was .05 inches. More Chickenpox Than Other Ills More persons had chickenpox in California last year than any other communicable disease, according to the state department of public health which recorded 24,613 cases. Influenza also was prevalent with 17,131 cases reported, and whooping cough was suffered by 14,043 persons. 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