anaheim-gazette 1934-06-21

THE GAZETTE Is Now In Its 64th Year OLDEST PAPER IN THE COUNTY 103 NORTH EMILY STREET VOL. LXIV PIONEERS AGAIN LIVE IN "DAYS OF OLD"; RENEW FRIENDSHIPS AT OLD TIMERS' PICNIC SATURDAY Mother Colony Chapter, D. A. R., Receives Unanimous Vote of Thanks From Picnickers for Sponsoring Annual Social Occasion; Incidents as Far Back as 1868 Recalled Three score Anaheim pioneers walked on clouds this week as they lived over again and again greetings of and visits with friends of a quarter of a century or more. The pioneers gathered with members of their families at the Anaheim city park Saturday noon for their annual basket picnic, which the Mother Colony chapter, D. A. R., sponsors. Tables under a protective canopy were laden with home-cooked food, and decorated with mixed bouquets, while line after line of smiling faces nodded, spoke and beamed. ST. CATHERINE'S RECEIVES PRAISE FOR EXCELLENCY Military Exercises Sunday Win High Plaudits of Military, Civilian Leaders With the plaudits of military and civilian leaders still ringing in their ears, the faculty and students of St. Catherine's Military Academy this week look back to exercises Sunday, which closed one of the most successful years in the institution's history. Committee members of the D. A. R. made sure that all the pioneers and guests were made comfortable. Mrs. Victor Loly, regent, and her staff greeted the pioneers, who arrived for their biggest social event of the year. When everybody was seated, coffee prepared by Mrs. David Toms and Mrs. Frank Ritchie, was served by Councilman Leo J. Sheridan and Robert Easton. Mrs. J. B. Hasty had charge of table arrangement, and Mrs. Leo J. Sheridan, program. Master of Ceremonies L. A. (Fayette) Lewis rapped for attention as the meal period ended, and called upon Rev. Thomas Walker of the Presbyterian Military Exercises Sunday Win High Plaudits of Military, Civilian Leaders With the plaudits of military and civilian leaders still ringing in their ears, the faculty and students of St. Catherine's Military Academy this week look back to exercises Sunday, which closed one of the most successful years in the institution's history. More than a thousand persons witnessed the military exercises which formally ended the school year. Greetings from various civic and military officials, awarding of trophies and inspection of the cadets featured the elaborate ceremonies, which Major D. M. Healy supervised. Col. Edward J. Moran of the U. S. army, lauded the academy upon the excellence of its buildings and grounds, following the initial inspection. After a concert by the school band under the direction of Cadet Drum Major Billy Davis, the battalion presented company and battalion drills, calisthenics exhibitions, and formal review. The review particularly impressed 30 officers of the army and marine corps, who compared it favorably with similar drills by the regular army. Col. Morgan was assisted in his inspection by Col. Dwight M. Green, commanding the 364th infantry; Maj. Eugene T. Spencer, U. S. A.; and Maj. S. Dicey, 165th infantry, California national guard. A large delegation of other officers were in a special section of the stands for honored guests. Capt. Chaplin congratulated the cadets and said the corps was one of the best he has seen. Greetings were brought by the following civilian leaders: Councilman Leo J. Sheridan of Anaheim, who extended official welcome; Edward W. Trefz of Los Angeles, who brought greetings from acting Governor Frank Merriam; Rev. Hugh Duce, president of Loyolo University; and District Attorney S. B. Kaufman of Orange county. Honor company trophy was won by Company A, by a narrow margin, with (Continued on page 4) Maj. Healy Opens Camp On July 2nd Major D. M. Healy, commandant of St. Catherine's Military school, this week announced that his annual encampment for boys from 8 to 16 years of age will open July 2 and last till July 21 at Camp Cabillio on the Davis Will Speak On Red Activities Chief of Police James E. Davis of Los Angeles will address an Americanization meeting to be held at the Anaheim Elks clubhouse next Thursday evening (June 28) at 8 o'clock on "Treason From Within." The public is invited. The meeting was organized by the Mother Colony chapter, D. A. R., with the co-sponsorship of all civic organiza- ed the pioneers, who arrived for their biggest social event of the year. When everybody was seated, coffee prepared by Mrs. David Toms and Mrs. Frank Ritchie, was served by Councilman Leo J. Sheridan and Robert Easton. Mrs. J. B. Hasty had charge of table arrangement, and Mrs. Leo J. Sheridan, program. Master of Ceremonies L. A. (Fayette) Lewis rapped for attention as the meal period ended, and called upon Rev. Thomas Walker of the Presbyterian church for invocation. Edward Backs, well known baritone and solon of a pioneer family, opened the program; singing "My Evening Song," accompanied at the piano by Mrs. Stephen Gallagher. He later sang "Old Roses" and "I Love You California." Mrs. Loly officially welcomed the pioneers to the picnic, and wished them a pleasant occasion. A murmur of joyous approval greeted this wish, confirmed by an unanimous vote on a resolution expressing the heartfelt thanks of Old Timers for the courtesies and kindnesses of the Mother Colony chapter for sponsoring the picnic. Otto Des Granges spoke for many present when he said that he "wants the picnics to continue for 50 years, and I'll attend every one of them." Mr. Lewis welcomed Herman Dickel back to the picnic. The pioneer has been ill. His grandson, George Dickel, was introduced, playing a piano solo which won hearty applause. The master of ceremonies than called for a show of hands of persons attending the picnics for the first time. Among those responding were Gussie Hartung, Bessie Shubert and Mrs. L. Witte, the latter from Los Angeles; and John Kellenberger. Balance of the formal program was made up chiefly of introduction of and short talks by pioneers. In this category, Mr. Lewis introduced James (Continued on page 4) Purpose of Oral Is To Maintain Organization Formation With Adoption Of Run Group Health Orange county resident Orange County Tax Co representative group of five The council adopted and its structure, which seven vice-presidents, ran many areas within the executive committee, whilof the vice presidents aof the organization andthe president and secretange County Associated Commerce, will direct threorganization. J. A. Knapp of Gardenerknown throughout the studies of tax problemspresident,and George Harytary of the Santa Ana chlAssociated booster,bodysecretary-treasurer attemeeting a week before. Councilman Leo J.Shetatively selected vice-presidentOlive,Anaheim,CypressBuena park area.Othdents will be chosen,andcampaigns started as can be worked out. The council, although t Associated Chambers of be independent in its act at its own decisionsandby presenting facts to esteemed individuals and great poses, adopted in the by night, are: Among Anaheimers so with approximately 100 Maj. Healy Opens Camp On July 2nd Major D. M. Healy, commandant of St. Catherine's Military school, this week announced that his annual encampment for boys from 8 to 16 years of age will open July 2 and last till July 31 at Camp Cabrillo, on the isthmus of Santa Catalina Island. "We will give a full Boy Scout program, and have authority to pass tests. A doctor will be in attendance at the camp," he stated. "A regular program of suitable physical exercises will be carried out daily. All available sports and games which find a place in the outdoor amusements of healthy, active boys, such as swimming, boating, fishing hiking, basketball, volleyball, archery, and fencing will be included in camp activities." County Approves New SERA Plan The Orange county board of supervisors Tuesday approved a county-wide SERA pest elimination project to cost $77,391.40 and give 100 men 134,400 hours of employment. The eradication program was submitted by County Agricultural Commissioner D. W. Tubbs, combining control of ground squirrels, pocket gophers, Johnson grass, grasshoppers, hosts of plant diseases, insect pests and other pests. Tubbs will supervise the work. Labor costs asked of SERA will be $67,200, with the state's contribution proportioned at $6,673.60, and the county's $3,517.80 for materials. Men will be paid an average of 50 cents an hour. The project now must receive approval of the local committee and then be submitted to the state SERA headquarters for final okeh. Chief of Police James E. Davis of Los Angeles will address an Americanization meeting to be held at the Anaheim Elks clubhouse next Thursday evening (June 28) at 8 o'clock on "Treason From Within." The public is invited. The meeting was organized by the Mother Colony chapter, D. A. R., with the co-sponsorship of all civic organizations. The public is urged by Mrs. Victor Loly, regent of the D. A. R., to hear Police Davis, whose addresses in Los Angeles have done much to rouse the citizenry in the danger of "red" propaganda. The speaker will be introduced by Attorney Thomas L. McFadden. Presidents of the various civic groups will form a reception committee, while the drum and bugle corps of the American Legion will play, and patriotic singing will be led by Reginald Taylor. Pick J. J. Dwyer For Flippen Post J. J. Dwyer of Anaheim, recognized as one of the most active members of the debt adjustment committee, Tuesday was recommended by the county board of Orange county, to succeed Luclen Flippen who died Sunday. Motion was made by Supervisor LeRoy Lyon. The recommendation goes to Presiding Judge William P. James of the federal district court in Los Angeles, with confirmation being in the hands of the United States attorney general. Mr. Dwyer, a well known resident of this community, is a director of the Anaheim Citrus Fruit association; member of the Orange county debt adjustment committee; a former director of the Anaheim Union Water company; and a former mayor of Anaheim. Jackson and Z Win Jury's The jury which heard that Thomas Stimatz' suit damages from Sheriff I.D. and Deputy Sheriff Hermann ed out exactly 12 minutes with a verdict-favoring The trial started last Tuesday morning. AHEIM GAZETTE ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA, THURSDAY, JUNE 21, 1934 PANDORA'S BOX by A. B. Chapin WOMING CONGRESSIONAL DELECTIONS CONGREST TARIFF QUESTION Purpose of Orange County Tax Council Is To Make Residents “Tax Conscious” Organization Formed at Meeting In Santa Ana Monday Evening, With Adoption of Nine-Point Purpose; Executive Council Will Run Group Headed by J. A. Knapp of Garden Grove Orange county residents will become tax conscious, if the purposes of the Orange County Tax Council, organized Monday evening at Santa Ana by a representative group of county leaders, are achieved. The council adopted by-laws setting up the purposes of the organization and its structure, which will consist of a president, secretary-treasurer, and seven vice-presidents, representing as many areas within the county. An executive committee, which is made up of the vice presidents and the officers of the organization and shall include the president and secretary of the Orange County Associated Chambers of Commerce, will direct the affairs of the organization. J. A. Knapp of Garden Grove, widely known throughout the county for his studies of tax problems, was named president, and George Raymer, secretary of the Santa Ana chamber and the Associated booster body, was selected secretary-treasurer at a preliminary meeting a week before. Councilman Leo J. Sheridan was tentatively selected vice-president for the Olive, Anaheim, Cypress, Stanton, Buena park area. Other vice presidents will be chosen, and membership campaigns started as soon as details can be worked out. The council, although tied in with the Associated Chambers of Commerce, will be independent in its action, will arrive at its own decisions and publicize them by presenting facts to various interested individuals and groups. Its purposes, adopted in the by-laws Monday night, are: Among Anaheimers selected to sit with approximately 100 leaders in Orlando. Tentative V. P. LEO J. SHERIDAN Leo J. Sheridan, Anaheim councilman is tentatively selected as vice president. Pictures Midwest Drought Damages Declares Forests Dying From Lack of Water, Lakes Dry; Loss Unbellevable “You might try to imagine, but unless you actually see for yourself, you cannot realize the extent of drought damage in the Middle West,” Dr. John P. Brastad reports, upon arrival here Sunday after a six-week automobile journey which took him and Mrs. Brastad through Utah and Colorado to Minneapolis and St. Paul, and back via North Dakota, Montana, Seattle, Portland and San Francisco. “Two years with virtually no rainfall has left mile upon mile of what formerly was fertile territory entirely barren. In North Dakota even the forests were dying. Lakes are dry. Dust and sand drifts were so high that I saw starving cattle walk over fences. The only crops of any value at all east of Utah and the western part of Colorado were in irrigated sections. The government is buying the half-starved cattle from farmers at from $4 to $10 a head. “Most of the land apparently is owned by the government. Those who had mortgages on their farms were refinanced through the government; farmers who had their property clear hurried to get loans, and now that the crops have failed entirely. Uncle Sam is virtual owner of farm lands in the drought area. Not till we reached the western part of Montana on our way back did we find adequate crops. Billings looked good. Grain and hay crops in Idaho, Washington and Oregon are good.” LEO J. SHERIDAN Leo J. Sheridan, Anaheim councilman, is tentatively selected as vice president of Anaheim area, Orange County Tax Council. Frank Tausch Heads Lions Club Council With 25 Anaheim club Members in attendance, Frank Tausch of this city was installed as president of the county council of Lions clubs at Costa Mesa Monday evening. He succeeds Carl Harvey of Brea. (Editorial) Wise In The Ways of The Heart Pioneer Herman Dickel, commenting on the annual Old Timers' picnic sponsored each year by the Mother Colony chapter, D. A. R., remarked Saturday that "if this affair were taken out of the hands of the ladies, it would not be a success." Mr. Dickel spoke with the wisdom of his years. The D. A. R. women, through their kindliness and care in arranging details, have guided the yearly social event to success. Mr. Dickel's implied tribute, however, is that only the women forsaw the joy such reunions would bring to the hearts of pioneers and their immediate descendants. And the D. A. R. women, naturally interested in the history of the community, were the ones who acted upon this kindly motive to make the advancing years of our pioneers more enjoyable, bringing together friends who otherwise might not have seen each other in that period of life when long and true affection count most. It is fitting and appropriate for the Mother Colony chapter D. R. A., to sponsor these annual reunions. These good women not only are preserving historical relics in their Pioneer house at Sycamore and West streets, but are making real history by bringing joy and happiness to the hearts of our beloved Old Timers. ORANGE COUNTY OLD TIMERS TO PICNIC SUNDAY Orange county's Old Timers and their families will hold their annual picnic Sunday at Orange county park. President J. M. Backs, in urging attendance, stated: "In 1933 more than 2000 persons attended. You should be there to meet old friends, some of whom will come hundreds of miles to attend. These annual gatherings are growing in attendance and interest, and we hope this one will be the best. "Bring your own lunch and dishes. Coffee, sugar, cream, ice water and cold punch will be provided. Anyone interested in Old Timers is entitled to attend." The picnic will be held next to the pavilion. CHURCH MEETING STARTS SUNDAY; 150 WILL ATTEND Convention Lasts Till Friday Evening; Brilliant Speakers Are Scheduled Approximately 150 pastors, lay delegates, teachers and visitors will attend the fourth annual convention of the FIVE GRADUATES WIN HIGH HONOR IN SCHOLARSHIP Class of 74 Boys and 93 Girls Get Diplomas Wednesday At City Park Five out of the class of 167 graduated from the Anaheim union high school at the city park commencement exercises Wednesday night received permanent membership in the Scholarship Society by getting a grade of not less than B in six semesters, and 97 received citizenship seals by earning an average of 95 merits, according to honor roll lists announced by Principal J. A. Clayes. The class of 167 was made up of 74 boys and 93 girls, while out of the 97 earning citizenship seals, 32 were boys and 65 girls. Students winning permanent membership in the Scholarship Society are Anita Lee Androus, Ida Aspellin, Elizabeth Heckman, William Nelson and Dorothy Stoll. Miss Stoll was valedictorian, winning the annual gold valedictorian pin, and Miss Aspellin was salutatorian. During the four-grade course, 34 members of the class maintained an average of a B grade. The 15 highest in scholarship, in order, were: Dorothy Stoll, Ida Aspellin, Elizabeth Heckman STARTS SUNDAY; 150 WILL ATTEND Convention Lasts Till Friday Evening; Brilliant Speakers Are Scheduled Approximately 150 pastors, lay delegates, teachers and visitors will attend the fourth annual convention of the Southern California district, Missouri Synod Lutheran church, which opens Sunday evening at the Zion Lutheran church, Emily at Chartres streets, Rev. Henry Schmelzer announces. Preparations have been made to lodge those attending the conclave in the homes of congregation members. The inspirational service begins at 7:45 o'clock, with Rev. Frederick Randt, vice president of the synod of St. Paul, delivering the sermon. Prof. W. H. T. Dau of Berkeley will give the principle address, "The Church Begins Her Life Work of Evangelizing the World." The speaker, according to Rev. Schmelzer, is one of the most brilliant theologians in the Lutheran church of America. He formerly was professor of Christian doctrine at Concordia seminary, and later president of Valpariso Lutheran university. Sessions will be held from Monday morning till Friday evening, with all meetings open to the public. Sunday evening, under the direction of Mrs. John Molt, members of the Ladies' Aid and Dorcas societies will serve dinner to visiting convention members. High School Will Get New Picture "Autumn," a beautiful oil painting by Ralph Holmes which is valued at $600 by art appraisers, was received Wednesday by Louis Danz for presentation to the Anaheim union high school. The painting is the gift of the public works of art administration. "The painting perhaps was the most sought after of all completed recently by the public works of art," Mr. Danz, who is a member of the board of directors of Southern California, states. "There were 26 requests. We put in the request for presentation to the local high school, with the plea that it would fit into the new $275,000 plant to be constructed during the coming year." The painting was finished within the last 10 days. The depth, particularly under and between the trees, in Students winning permanent memberships in the Scholarship Society are Anita Lee Androus, Ida Aspelin, Elizabeth Heckman, William Nelson and Dorothy Stoll. Miss Stoll was valedictorian, winning the annual gold valedictorian pin, and Miss Aspelin was salutatorian. During the four-grade course, 34 members of the class maintained an average of a B grade. The 15 highest in scholarship, in order, were: Dorothy Stoll, Ida Aspelin, Elizabeth Heckman and Anita Lee Androus tied for third; James Schaffer, Pauline DeWitt, Marie Eckert, Edith Spencer, William Nelson, Henrietta Husmann, Margaret Allen, Haruka Skigekawa, Elizabeth Knott, Thomas Lawson and May Beatty. An additional feature of the graduation exercises, which were held in a packed oper-air theatre at the city park, was the introduction of the following persons who completed work in Americanization courses given during the last term, and have received citizenship papers: William Steadman, Thomas Campbell, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Dowd, Charles Richmand, A. C. Barnett, Mrs. Samuel Schraeder, Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Ives, Mr. and Mrs. Horizon Mariam, Mrs. H. Stein, Mrs. Augusta Graskli, Henry Warch, Herman Sklomelt, John and Eric Lasch, Mr. and Mrs. Juan Basabe, Martin Echetoy, Raymond Abbrederis, Theodore Jambon, Abralla Anton, and Mrs. Emmie Olsin. Principal Clayes presented the class, while Floyd L. Benson, a member of the board of trustees, awarded the diplomas. Dr. Frederic P. Woellner, who addressed the class on "Liberty and Responsibility," stressed the value of a balanced life, urging graduates to think through rather than act hastily on problems of life, and declared them better prepared for the future by obtaining the best education possible. He declared that while many criticisms have been made, nobody ever complained about being over educated. The program opened by three numbers played by the high school band, followed by invocation given by Rev. C. H. S. Hunziker. The girls' glee club, bass ensemble and senior boys' double quartette offered numbers before Coalson Morris presented the class memorial, with Ralph Waltz accepting. The program closed with a song by the graduates, and benediction by Rev. D. Howard Dow. URGES SERVICE AS MEANS TO GREATNESS Rev. O. R. Schroeder of the Bethel Baptist church Sunday night urged high school graduates attending the baccalaureate at the open air theater Those who had farms were relied upon; farm property clear hurried now that the newly, Uncle Sam farm lands in the we reached theana on our way touate crops. Billlin and hay crops and Oregon are entered in the Mid 100 million of our terrific. Driving to where I formerly was a dust storm so the hood of our need to find shelter literature was 110 we are glad to get here a haven then to the drought knew what hard annual Old colony chapter, were taken out Mr. Dickel A. R. women, adults, have guidely the women hearts of pio-A. R. women, city, were the advancing together friends that period of colony chapter good women teacher house at story by bring-old Timers. The painting perhaps was the most sought after of all completed recently by the public works of art." Mr. Danz, who is a member of the board of directors of Southern California, states. "There were 26 requests. We put in the request for presentation to the local high school, with the plea that it would fit into the new $275,000 plant to be constructed during the coming year. "The painting was finished within the last 10 days. The depth, particularly under and between the trees in the foreground, is remarkable." The picture shows a barn and a field through an opening in the trees, with a lake and promontory in the distance. Elliott Plan Is Sent To Capital Submission of the Elliott plan to Washington, D. C. was made by the board of supervisors, Chairman Willard Smith told a large assemblage of persons interested in water development, not as a final program of development, but rather as a means of retaining this county's interests before the federal government, pending such a time as county groups can unite on a suitable program. This information was given Tuesday to William Wallop of the Anaheim Union Water company; C. A. Palmer of the S. A. V. I. and secretary of the water district board; Roland D. Flaherty, executive secretary of the Farm Bureau; Ross Shafer of Tustin; Roy Browning, former engineer for the Irvine company; J. A. Knapp of Garden Frove; J. E. Lewis, Associated Chambers of Commerce water committee chairman; and E. M. Dozier of Water, Inc. REROOFS RESIDENCE James W. Roberts Saturday secured a permit to reroof a residence at 215 Ellsworth street at an estimated cost of $100. bass ensemble and senior boys' double quartette offered numbers before Coalson Morris presented the class memorial, with Ralph Waltz accepting. The program closed with a song by the graduates, and benediction by Rev. D. Howard Dow. URGES SERVICE AS MEANS TO GREATNESS Rev. O. R. Schroeder of the Bethel Baptist church Sunday night urged high school graduates attending the baccalaureate at the open air theater in the city park to develop character, devote themselves to service and "keep on learning." "Cultured men can be pious men," he declared. "True greatness consists of greatness of intellect. Character cannot be bought. It is not a thing you can receive as a gift. You must develop it, and to develop character you must give heed to the things you do. The landmarks of true greatness are love, honesty, selfsacrifice and moral purity." He pointed out that graduating from high school is only the beginning of learning. He urged his listeners to read the right kind of literature, attend the right kind of social and business gatherings, to read sacred history, philosophy and the Bible. The high school orchestra opened the program, playing "Grand March," followed by a hymn. Rev. W. R. Thornton offered invocation. A girl's double quartet sang, and Rev. S. E. Schrader read the scriptural lesson. This was followed by a mixed chorus from the high school. Benediction was given by Rev. R. C. Harker. Resume CCC Camp Registration Here Registration for CCC camps was resumed Monday at the offices of Mrs. Belle J. Spangler in the county welfare department, courthouse annex, Santa Ana. Boys between the ages of 18 and 25 who have not attended previous camps are eligible.