anaheim-gazette 1935-07-04

THE GAZETTE Is Now In Its 65th Year OLDEST PAPER IN THE COUNTY 108 NORTH EMILY STREET VOL. LXV ORANGE COUNTY WILL HAVE HIGHEST ASSESSED VALUATION AND LOWEST TAX RATE ACCORDING TO ANNOUNCEMENT Believed that Expenditures Will Remain Same And Tax Rate Decreased One-Third For Next Fiscal Year Orange county will have the highest assessed valuation and the lowest tax rate in history during the new fiscal year of 1935-36 which started Monday, with taxable valuations approximating two hundred million dollars, according to all indications from official sources this week. There will be a 50% increase in assessed values, increasing last year's valuation of $125,884,945 to approximately $200,000,000 for the new year, and if expenditures remain the same as last year, this would result in a reduction of approximately 33 1/3 per cent in the county's tax rate, it was indicated. These sweeping changes are being brought about under operations of the Riley-Stewart tax plan adopted by the voters of California two years ago, whereby the sales tax lessens the burden on real estate for school purposes, and the holdings of public utility companies are returned to the local tax rolls. The new total of assessed values will be approximately 23 million dollars Tax Collection Show Increase of 25 Per Cent Orange County taxpayers again proved harbingers of returning prosperity, when County Assessor James Sleeper reported an increase of more than 25 per cent in collections of personal property taxes, this year over last year. Total collections this year, it was shown, were above the half-million mark at $502,001.37. This was a gain of $102,115.81 over last year's collections, which aggregated $399,885.56. ARTHUR M. BRADLEY Exalted Ruler of H Arthur M. Bradley left for Columbus, Ohio, where tend the national conclave B. P. O. E. While in the east, Bradley to Boston where he will spend vacation with his brother, Bradley. These sweeping changes are being brought about under operations of the Kiley-Stewart tax plan adopted by the voters of California two years ago, whereby the sales tax lessens the burden on real estate for school purposes, and the holdings of public utility companies are returned to the local tax rolls. The new total of assessed values will be approximately 23 million dollars greater than the previous high mark of $177,456,630 reached in the year 1930-31. Up to that year, the assessment totals showed a yearly increase, but with the decline of values since 1930-31, the taxable totals have been reduced by County Assessor James Sleeper to the $125,884,945 figure which prevailed last year. This year's increase of 75 million dollars in the assessment totals will be brought about by two causes, $55,000,000 by increasing the assessment ratio to 50 per cent of actual value to correspond with the state Board of Equalization valuation upon utility property, and probably 20 millions by adding utility property to the county tax rolls once more. County tax rates will reach the lowest figure in history; as a result of the sweeping changes made in the tax structure, it was indicated. A heavy reduction was made the past two years bringing the rate inside cities down to 90 cents, equaling the previous lowest rate outside cities was reduced to $1.04 from the previous figures as high as $1.95. These reductions were made possible through transfer of county school costs to the state sales tax fund, and transfer of county road maintenance to the state highway system financed through gasoline taxes, it was reported. Further reductions up to 33 1/3 per cent in the past year's low tax rates, due to the new increased valuations, are being hailed with joy by common property taxpayers who see ten per cent of their taxes being paid by public utilities this year in addition to lifting of school and road taxes by means of the sales tax and state gas taxes. "The common property taxpayer finally gets a break," remarked one prominent taxpayer recently, as he reviewed the tax reductions of the past and those in prospect for the new year. Rigby Installed As Head of Rotary Orange County taxpayers again proved harbingers of returning prosperity, when County Assessor James Sleeper reported an increase of more than 25 per cent in collections of personal property taxes, this year over last year. Total collections this year, it was shown, were above the half-million mark at $502,001.37. This was a gain of $102,115.81 over last year's collections, which aggregated $399,885.56. The personal property collections are concluded July 1, after which Sleeper turns over his collections to the county treasurer. The gain of more than one-courth in collections, he said, undoubtedly proves the improved financial conditions of taxpayers. Similar evidence was reported recently by County Tax Collector J. C. Lamb, who showed that this year's real estate tax delinquency, of approximately nine per cent, was about three per cent smaller than last year. Sleeper turned the county assessment roll over to the county supervisors, who will shortly sit as a board of equalization to hear any protests against assessments. The total valuations have not yet been calculated, Sleeper said. Johnstons Hosts To Presbyterian Club On Friday One of the loveliest garden parties of the season was that at the home of Dr. and Mrs. H. A. Johnston for the members of the Co-Workers Club of the Presbyterian Church last Friday afternoon and evening. Over 200 were in attendance at the luncheon which was served on the lawn with long tables decorated with garden flowers. During the afternoon Mrs. Johnston was a most gracious hostess and after receiving her guests conducted those interested through her beautiful garden and told of the various flowers. Others amused themselves with swimming and lawn games such as croquet and badminton. The husbands and families of the members joined the party at 6 o'clock at which time supper was served on the lawn. The meeting for the evening was started with an opening prayer by Mr. H. W. Baker, which was followed by a B. & P. W. PRSUMMER MEET At the meeting of the E Professional Women's club Thursday evening plans were held meetings in the third of the month. Last Thursday's meeting at the attractive garden at the Mrs. Eva Boyd, 129 South at which time a potluck Rigby Installed As Head of Rotary K. B. Rigby, who will conduct the meetings of the Anaheim Rotary club for the ensuing year was inducted into office at the meeting of the club last Monday noon. The meeting was opened by Walter Bligham, who stated that his swan song would be brief. He lost no time in turning the meeting over to the new president who informed the members of his proposed program for the year which was outlined at a recent meeting of the board of directors. The new standing committee chairmen were announced as follows: Board of directors: Ralph Waltz; Wilbert Bonney; Bert Kirchman; Dr H. A. Johnston and K. B. Rigby. Club service, Bert Kirchman; Classification and membership, Wilbert Bonney; program, Ralph Waltz; attendance and fellowship, Conrad Jongwaard; Rotary Information and inter-club, Mel Gauer; vocational, Bill Wright; Boys Work, Mel Gauer; Rotary International, P. J. Wisser. To complete the staff of officers, Thomas McFadden was announced as appointed sergeant-at-arms. The entertainment of the meeting was under charge of Harry Campbell who introduced Arlo McCormack of the Fullerton club who gave a report of the recent trip to the convention in Mexico City. He told of the different sections visited and of the progress being made in the country to the south. He laid particular stress upon the advance being made as relates to schools telling of the six year plan which all tends to greatly improve the (Continued on page 5) receiving her guests conducted those interested through her beautiful garden and told of the various flowers. Others amused themselves with swimming and lawn games such as croquette and badminton. The husbands and families of the members joined the party at 6 o'clock at which time supper was served on the lawn. The meeting for the evening was started with an opening prayer by Mr. H. W. Baker, which was followed by a song service led by Dr. William Wickett of Fullerton. Robert Baker, vice-president and leader of the younger members of the class had charge of the program arrangements. He presented Miss Eleanor Mitchell of Whittler and Orvil Burns of Placentia, members of the Acapello Choir who appeared in duet numbers. Edsel Mickel followed with a number of violin selections. He was accompanied at the piano by Miss Anita Marlon. After the program the guests were all invited into the spacious living room of the Johnston home where impromptu singing was held led by Dr. Wickett. The big surprise of the evening was the pipe organ selections played by Dr. Johnston. Many of the members did not know that the doctor was a musician. All left feeling that they had enjoyed a time that would long be a most pleasant memory. Chicken Thieves Are Busy at Katella Forty hens, worth $30, were reported stolen Monday night from the pens of M. A. Muckenthaler, resident of the Katella road near Highway No. 101, according to a report filed at the seriff's office. The chickens were taken in sacks a distance of an eighth of a mile before they were placed in a car by two men, an investigation by deputy sheriffs revealed. B. & P. W. PR SUMMER MEET At the meeting of the Professional Women's Club Thursday evening plans were hold meetings in the third of the month. Last Thursday's meeting drew the attractive garden at Mrs. Eva Boyd, 129 South at which time a potluck served. During the evening number drawn by the members for goods shower" and Miss Mrs over drew the lucky number. Mrs. Mabel Dixson, clu gave a fascinating book "Mistress of Monterey" by Stivers Bartlett. She urged hers to read the book as it one a entirely different California." Leonard Evans Ill at His The many friends of Leo well known local attorney ed last Saturday to hear on serious illness which has o to his home. The attack came soon to his office in the California b illness was thought at first temporary nature but now cern over his condition. At last reports, it was is progressing as nicely arpected. Two Men Draw Sentences, Dru Manuel Castillo, 24, and 34, laborers of Anaheim sentenced in the Anaheim to pay a fine of $100 or so in the county jail on drug charges. They were unab AHEIM GAZETE ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA, THURSDAY, JULY 4, 1935 GONE EAST LOS ANGELES BOY KILLED IN EARLY MORNING CRASH FULLERTON, SAT. Second Lad Seriously Hurt When Car Upsets and Catches Fire One youth was killed and another badly injured in a three-car automobile crash just north of Fullerton last Saturday morning while the lads were on pleasure bent at San Diego. Gale W. Reynolds, 22, of 807 North Madison street, Los Angeles, was instantly killed and the driver of the machine, Frank Melrose, 23, is in the Fullerton general hospital, suffering from a possible fracture of the skull, several broken ribs, a fractured arm and cuts and bruises. His condition is serious, but his injuries are not expected to prove fatal. The two youths were on their way to Fullerton, where they expected to visit at the home of Miss Ella Ellis, 735 Jacaranda street. Miss Ellis was to accompany them to San Diego to visit the fair. Reaching the outskirts of Fullerton, the Melrose machine was reported to Driver Held To Blame For Death Crash The district attorney's office started an investigation into the tragic death of Gale Reynolds, Los Angeles youth, killed north of Fullerton last Saturday morning. Action from the district attorney came after a coroner's jury in an inquest over the body at a funeral parlor in Fullerton Monday afternoon, laid the blame for the youth's death to the driver of the car, Frank Melrose, also of Los Angeles. Melrose was driving on the wrong side of the road, according to the jury's findings, and D. W. LeDuc of Anaheim and Vincent Dauser of Fullerton, drivers of the two other cars involved were exonerated. POSTMASTERS OF COUNTY IN MEET Forty-four postmasters and their assistants, representing every post office in Orange county, met last Thursu- COMMITTEES ARE NAMED FOR ELKS Just before leaving for the east, altered Ruler Arthur Bradley announced the committees which will give the lodge for the ensuing year. The following are the committees: Presiding Justice is L. A. Lewis; Thomas L. McFadden is in charge of laws; Leo Frisl, sickness and disgrace; R. C. Green, social and community welfare; B. Franklin Mattox, erlodge visits, and Gilbert U. Kraemer-building association. Other committees are: entertainment, H E. W. Barnes and Roy Menza; new members, Milton Corcoran, in Sandilands, Jack McCarthy, P. J. Van Victor Loly, Ed Peterkin and C. C. Davis; Boy Scouts, Al De Witt, George Gary and Arthur Jensen; custodian the flag, William Bielefeldt; orchestra, Oswald Stock; dance, E. Voss Rington, A. V. Swanson and J. G. Glow; baseball, Ewald Lemke; Elks magazine correspondent, Stephen Galcher; property and decoration, A. J. Jay; Jack Millings, Clyde Martin, Daveigner; bridge, H. H. Neville; billiards, J. McFadden; glee' club, L. P. Bonnet; drum corps, Joe E. Elliott; golf, J. Siemann; lapsation, Al Beazley, Phil Heater, Sig Stern, R. A. Ingram; Reli Mayberry, Herman Oelrich, Rob Hainlin and Ray Reafsnyder, and freshments, Harry Hughes, C. H. Herber, Joe Klapper, Fred Schneider. A & P. W. PLANS SUMMER MEETINGS At the meeting of the Business and professional Women's club held last Thursday evening plans were made to hold meetings in the third Thursday of the month. Last Thursday's meeting was held in the attractive garden at the home of Eva Boyd, 129 South Olive street which time a potluck supper was from a possible fracture of the skull several broken ribs, a fractured arm and cuts and bruises. His condition is serious, but his injuries are not expected to prove fatal. The two youths were on their way to Fullerton, where they expected to visit at the home of Miss Ella Ellis, 735 Jacaranda street. Miss Ellis was to accompany them to San Diego to visit the fair. Reaching the outskirts of Fullerton, the Melrose machine was reported to have swerved from the right side of the road to the left, striking two cars travelling north on the boulevard out of Fullerton. It first collided with a machine driven by D. W. LeDuc, of 731 North Claudina street and then struck a machine operated by Vincent Dauser, East Commonwealth avenue, Fullerton. The final collision sent the Melrose machine into the ditch at the side of the road, where it overturned and caught fire. Reynolds is believed to have been instantly killed. He was taken to the Fullerton general hospital but was dead when the body reached there. ANAHEIM GIRL HURT SUNDAY Lilly Hallager, 19, of 713 Los Angeles street, is in the county hospital suffering from a fractured left wrist and several cuts and bruises, and Donald May, 20, of 507 Olive street, was cut by glass about the face when May's car ran off the road on West Lincoln avenue, one mile south of Cypress at 4:30 a.m. Sunday. The accident occurred when May's car suddenly went out of control and ran into a ditch. Officers reported the car ran 90 feet through the ditch before it struck a telephone pole. Legion Delegates Selected Monday A very business-like meeting of the Anaheim Post of the American Legion was held last Monday night at which time the delegates for the state convention in Fresno were selected. Those who will represent Anaheim at the conclave are: Commander Earl H. Fulfer, Adjutant J. H. Heffron, and Ray E. Smith, J. Fred Sidebottom and Joe C. Elliott were named delegates, Clair Liebhart, Harry D. Akermann, Al Dutzi, Gordon Hansfield and J. D. Wilcox were elected alternates. Anaheim post unanimously voted to POSTMASTERS OF COUNTY IN MEET Forty-four postmasters and their assistants, representing every post office in Orange county, met last Thursday night at James' cafe for a regular bi-monthly session, under the direction of Postmaster Terry Stephenson, of Santa Ana, who acted as master of ceremonies. George Canfield, parcel post clerk at the Santa Ana office, talked on the parcel post service, giving a humorous dissertation on the trials of his position. A group discussion was held later on insurance claims, postal regulations,and routine postal business. Included on the musical program were Miss Ruth LaMond, Santa Ana, who sang several numbers, accompanied by Mrs. Blanche Hackelton, of Santa Ana. Carl Brenner, Buena Park postmaster, when called on by Chairman Stephenson for a "good old Republican tune," played "The Sidewalks of New York" on the plano. The next meeting of the group will be held at Westminster in August, Stephenson announced under direction of the Westminster postal authorities. Chas. Wickett of Fullerton Married In San Diego Sun. With a large number of guests in attendance, Charles M. Wickett, well known Fullerton youth was married Sunday to Miss Nea Geraldine Rutherford of San Diego in the Central Avenue Christian Church, San Diego. Dr. Cecil Cheverton of the Chapman Christian college of Los Angeles, assisted by C. C. Chapman, Fullerton paternal grandfather of the bridegroom, read the single ring wedding ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles H. Rutherford, of 2463 Dul Zura street, San Diego, and the bridegroom the oldest son of Dr. and Mrs. William H. Wickett, of Fullerton,and grandson of Charles C. Chapman,pioneer of Orange county. KIWANIANS HEAR OF CONVENTION At the meeting of the Business and Professional Women's club held last Thursday evening plans were made to hold meetings in the third Thursday the month. Last Thursday's meeting was held in the attractive garden at the home of Ms. Eva Boyd, 129 South Olive street which time a potluck supper was served. During the evening numbers were dawn by the members for a "canned eggs shower" and Miss Madeline Conner drew the lucky number. Mrs. Mabel Dixson, club president, gave a fascinating book review of *Histress of Monterey* by Virginia Ivers Bartlett. She urged club members to read the book as it gives everyone a entirely different feeling of California. Leonard Evans Ill at His Home The many friends of Leonard Evans, well known local attorney were shocked last Saturday to hear of the sudden serious illness which has confined him to his home. The attack came soon after leaving his office in the California building. The illness was thought at first to be of a temporary nature but now there is concern over his condition. At last reports, it was said that he is progressing as nicely as can be expected. Two Men Draw Jail Sentences, Drunkness Manuel Castillo, 24, and M. Pontoja, laborers of Anaheim, were each sentenced in the Anaheim justice court to pay a fine of $100 or serve 50 days in the county jail on drunk driving charges. They were unable to pay the fines. Anaheim Rebekahs Attend Ceremonies A group of Anaheim Rebekahs made a trip to Montebello last Monday evening at which time they witnessed and installation ceremony conducted by Mrs. Mary Baker, district deputy president of the 26th district. The group attending from Anaheim included Mr. and Mrs. Ed Presnell, Mr. and Mrs. A. B. Scutt, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Borth, Mr. and Mrs. Hoyt Compton, Mr. and Mrsfl Henry Mang, Mr. and Mrs. L. H. Loudon, Mrs. Fannie Webb, Mrs. Clayton Allen, Mrs. Mary Mitchell, Mrs. Lizzie Nyland, Mrs. C. R. Nelson, Miss Hannah Horwitz and Miss Leone Nolson. Single ring wedding ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles H. Rutherford, of 2483 Dul Zura street, San Diego, and the bridegroom the oldest son of Dr. and Mrs. William H. Wickett, of Fullerton, and grandson of Charles C. Chapman, pioneer of Orange county. KIWANIANS HEAR OF CONVENTION Pictures of a recent trip made to the Kiwanis Convention were shown and explained by Dan O'Hanlon, lieutenant-governor of this district at the meeting of the Kiwanis Club here Tuesday noon. The picture also included views of the trips taken by a party of Kiwanians before and after the convention, when they visited Carlsbad Carverns, Grand Canyon, Boulder Dam, and other places. Rolland Upton, president of the Buena Park Kiwanis club, was also a guest. Richard Glover was present and told of the work being done at the city playgrounds and park for the children this summer under the SERA. Frank Gibbs was program chairman. Merchant Assn. Holds Election of Officers At a meeting of the Merchants and Manufacturers Association held yesterday (Wednesday) noon, the principal business transacted was that of election of officers. The nominating committee brought in the following nominations which were concurred in by the membership present: Ernest DuBois, President; Mrs. May Jope, vice-president; and George Reid secretary. Some discussion was held regarding a trade extension plan for the merchants. OLD TIMERS’ ASSOCIATION RE-ELECTS J. M. BACKS AS PRESIDENT AT PICNIC HELD IN COUNTY PARK LAST SUNDAY Large Crowd of Pioneers Attend Annual Gathering; James Sleeper Succeeds Geo. Peters; Elmer Burns Continues as Secretary County Clerk J. M. Backs was re-elected as president and Elmer B. Burns as secretary when the Old Timers’ Association gathered at Orange County Park last Sunday for its annual picnic and get together. County Assessor Sleeper was elected treasurer. Gazette Moving To New Location On Center St. Getting ready for another milestone in its already large number of years of existence, the Gazette is preparing to migrate into larger and more convenient quarters. This week the mechanics are busy installing a larger and faster press, termed in the parlance of printers as a "flat-bed web press" which will enable the crew of the paper to handle with greater ease the large number of sub- The picnic, grown to be recognized as one of the major recreational events of the calendar, drew its usual quota of former Orange county residents from ar corners of the state. Following customary procedure, there was no set program for the day, which was occupied with visiting and a general reunion of old friends. "Yarn swapping is always the principal past-time of the Old Timers," explained President Backs. Attendance was estimated at between 4000 and 5000. The basket lunch, at noon, found all of the nearly 2500 table capacity filled, with about a third of the crowd waiting for seats. The crowd was further enlarged to its afternoon peak by later arrivals. Election of officers for the ensuing year brought a demand for the re-election of Backs as head of the orga- Getting ready for another milestone in its already large number of years of existence, the Gazette is preparing to migrate into larger and more convenient quarters. This week the mechanics are busy installing a larger and faster press, termed in the parlance of printers as a "flat-bed web press" which will enable the crew of the paper to handle with greater ease the large number of subscribers which now take and read the Gazette. For the past week, Manager Ted Kuchel of the Gazette has spent his "sleeping" hours trying to figure out how to beat the clock and complete a myriad of detail, including painters, electricians, concrete workers, and what have you, so that the moving of the office which will start immediately upon completion of this issue, will be done with the utmost of efficiency and dispatch. The new location, at 259 East Center street, takes the office again onto Center street, which really is one of the old stamping grounds of the paper which this fall will celebrate its 65th anniversary. When moved, the members of the staff of the Gazette will be glad to meet all the friends of the paper in the new home. Fishermen Marooned On Seal Beach Pier An exciting time was in store for a number of fishermen, and ladies yesterday at Seal Beach when the high seas took away a portion of the pier. A number were marooned on the end of the pier when a section of the rear of the pier gave way. They were taken off their "wooden island" by a life saving crew. It is not known whether there were any in the crowd from Anaheim, although it is one of the favorite spots for many here. Lutheran Ministers Picnic at City Park Gathered at the Anaheim City park for the recent Lutheran pastors' picnic were the Rev. and Mrs. Henry Schmelzer, of Anaheim, the Rev. and Mrs. A. G. Webbeking and children, of Orange, the Rev. and Mrs. C. Damschroeder and the Rev. and Mrs. William A. Theiss and the Rev. C. Johnson, of San Diego; the Rev. and Mrs. William Schmoock, Gerhard Schmoock and Enno Sch Garden Grove O. E. S. Honors Ethel Schauer Worthy Matron Ethel Shauer of the Garden Grove chapter of the Eastern Star was pleasantly surprised as was Worthy Patron Ernest Pulson at the meeting held last Thursday night in the K. P. Hall here. As the occasion marked their birthday anniversaries Mrs. Alice T. Smith, associate matron, and G. J. Clark, associate patron, the line officers presented them both with appropriate gifts. Mrs. Letty Lee Robbins read an original poem and presented the honorees with a handkerchief shower from the sideliners. Fifteen tables were arranged for bridge and rook. At the close of the games first prize was awarded to Miss Mary Margaret Reed and second prize went to Mrs. Erma Doosing. The prizes consisted of potted ferns. Refreshments of ice cream and cake were served buffet style from a table decorated with two large birthday cakes and tall yellow tapers on either side. About 80 persons were present, including visitors from chapters in surrounding towns. Mrs. Alice T. Smith was chairman of the entertainment committee, while Mrs. Alice Keels was chairman of the refreshment committee. Oil Man Addresses Lions Club Friday HEAR ENTION Gathered at the Anaheim City park for the recent Lutheran pastors' picnic were the Rev. and Mrs. Henry Schmelzer, of Anaheim, the Rev. and Mrs. A. G. Webbeking and children, of Orange, the Rev. and Mrs. C. Damschroeder and the Rev. and Mrs. William A. Theliss and the Rev. C. Johnson, of San Diego; the Rev. and Mrs. William Schmoock, Gerhard Schmoock and Enno Schmooch, of Santa Ana; The Rev. E. H. Kreidt, Leonard and Grace Kreldt, of Olive; the Rev. and Mrs. O. Henkel, of Fontana; the Rev. and Mrg J. H. Heliserman, of Pomona; the Rev. J. W. Lankow, of San Bernardino; the Rev. Arnold Lankow, of Covina; the Rev. Martin Lanoow, of Lancaster; the Rev. and Mrs. William Ruff and children of Orange, and the Rev. A. W. Wynken, of Long Beach. Garden Grove Legion In Officer Election Nominations for the officers of the Garden Grove post of the American Legion was held at the last meeting of the post. Those nominated are, commander E. L. Marr, Harry Hall, Herman Thorpe, J. A. Estep, and Bryan Jones; first vice commander, Bryan Jones, H. M. Curry; second vice commander, J. A. Rojas; sgt, at arms, J. A. Estep, Ed. Hiller; chaplain, J. A. Estep; historian, B. A. Liebermann. Delegates appointed to the state convention to be held at Fresno in August are B. A. Liebermann, E. L. Marr and Herman Thorpe with alternates Bryan Jones, Harry Hall and Clair McConnell. Placentia Church Club Postpones July 4 Meet Dorcas society of the Placentia Calvary church, scheduled to meet Thursday, will meet Friday instead of the holiday. Oil Man Addresses Lions Club Friday Carl Zamlock, a former professional baseball player who was a part owner and manager of the Oakland club of the Pacific Coast league, and prior to that baseball coach at the University of California, was the featured guest at Friday's luncheon meeting of the Anaheim Lions at the Elks clubhouse. Zamlock has long enjoyed a reputation as a "magician," and he regaled the Lions and their guests with a number of sleight-of-hand performances. During the summer months Zamlock is employed by the Signal Oil company in the department of public relations, and was presented to the Lions by Ray Van Wagoner of the local Signal Oil agency. Carroll Cone was program chairman. Visitors introduced by President Herb Eldred included Leo Frils, Joe Elliott and Judge Kenneth Morrison. In honor of O. E. Hanson's tenth wedding anniversary, members gave him a shower of tin. Radio Stolen From Parked Auto Monday While visiting at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Sam Snodgrass, 706 South Palm street, last Monday evening, a radio was stolen from the car of E. R. Hahn, according to a complaint filed with the police. It was taken sometime between 8 and 11 p.m., according to the statement to the police.