anaheim-gazette 1937-03-18

Gangsters Rob Drug Store at Palm, Center Two Burglaries Reported As Crime Wave Hits City Last Night A sudden crime wave struck Anaheim last night leaving in its wake a holdup of a store and two burglaries. Henry Bross drug store at Palm and Center streets was the scene of the robbery. Three men escaped with between $80 and $100 in currency and cash, it was reported to police. Burglary victims were Mrs. Idr Dutton, 727 N. Claudina street and L. F. Pomeroy, 626 N. Zeyr street. A $50 diamond necklace and a yellow gold Hungarian opal ring on which no value was seized were taken from the Dutton home. Only two dollars in currency was stolen from the Pomeroy residence. Store Robbed Holdup of the drug store occurred a few minutes before 10 o'clock last night. Marion Henry and his wife; Miss Helene Ehlers high school teacher; and an unidentified woman were in the store. Petty Thefts Reported to Police Last Night Two thefts were reported to police last night, both of which involved stealing of property left in an automobile and car accessories. W. R. Garris, Bon Air apartments, told police a suit coat, several cigars and a notebook containing information of value to the owner were stolen from his car about 1 o'clock this morning as it was parked in front of 719 S Dickel street. The spare wheel and tire was removed from the automobile owned by John Urick, 117 N. Olive street, sometime during the night, the owner reported. Rain Total For Year 20 Inches Water Flowing Over Dam at Santiago; Drains Carry Runoff Anaheim's rainfall total for the season is less than one inch below the exceptionally large total during the 1934-35 season and has Rites Held For Victim of Auto Mishap Monday Buena Park Youth Killed With Four Others In Accident Friday Funeral services for Willis Glenn Rogers, 21, of 826 Kingman avenue, Buena Park, one of the five persons killed in a collision between a truck and an automobile Friday afternoon in Santa Ana canyon were conducted Monday afternoon from Backs, Terry & Campbell mortuary. Burial was at Anaheim cemetery. Others who lost their lives in the crash were: George E. Strong, 49, 2233 Linden avenue, Long Beach. Mrs. Mary Strong, 48, his wife, Mr. and Mrs. George Adelsberger, both about 50, of Benwood, W. Va. Carsh Catch Fire According to investigating officers the five met death when the automobile Strong was driving crashed into the truck operated by Rogers, exploding the truck's gasoline tank. Both vehicles were destroyed by the fire, which also Rain Total For Year 20 Inches Water Flowing Over Dam at Santiago; Drains Carry Runoff Anaheim's rainfall total for the season is less than one inch below the exceptionally large total during the 1934-35 season and has surpassed by more than five inches the total for any other season since 1930. The season's rainfall to date according to the gauge at the Anaheim Union Water company, totals 20.23 inches. At the end of the 1934-35 season the total was 21.11 inches. At this time last year Anaheim had received 7.05 inches of precipitation, which was boosted to 7.78 inches at the close of the season. Two Inches Fall The last two storms reaching Anaheim, those of last Friday and Saturday and of Monday and Tuesday, brought almost two inches of rain. The Anaheim Unior Water company's guage recorded .97 inches during Friday and Saturday and an additional .75 inches during the first two days of the week. Water ran rapidly in some of the areas flooded during the previous heavy storms, but storm drains handled the entire flow without difficulty. Twenty more minor breaks were reported this week along section two of the joint outfall sewer district's lines. None of the breaks was of serious nature, E. P. Hapgood, Anaheim city engineer and maintenance engineer for section two, declared, but provided further evidence that the line is in poor condition generally. Dam Overflows Water started flowing over the spillway of Santiago dam about 8 o'clock Sunday afternoon. Amount of the flow continued steadily for several hours. The stream is not deep, but extends the entire width of the dam which is 162 feet. During the heavy rain of Monday a record fall of 1.32 inches was recorded at the dam. Ray Smith is Named Mrs. Mary Strong, 48, his wife, Mr. and Mrs. George Adelsberger, both about 50, of Benwood, W. Va. Carsh Catch Fire According to investigating officers the five met death when the automobile Strong was driving crashed into the truck operated by Rogers, exploding the truck's gasoline tank. Both vehicles were destroyed by the fire, which also burned the three men almost beyond recognition. The two women, also badly burned, were removed from the flaming car, but died before reaching a hospital at Corona. The crash occurred near Sycamore Grove in Santa Ana canyon. Officers were nearly eight hours in establishing identity of the two men and two women riding in the Strong car. The Adelsberger couple were visiting the Strongs for the winter, it was said. Rogers was a driver for the Val Vita Food Products company of Fullerton and was operating a truck belonging to that concern at the time of the crash. Witnesses Crash Roy Burnham of Seal Beach another truck driver, told officers the Strong car had passed him just before the accident. Strong had not turned back onto his side of the road when he struck Rogers' truck. Rogers Burnham declared, had made a futile attempt to avoid the collision by turning his large truck toward the side of the road. The Buena Park youth is survived by his mother, Mrs. Blanche Rogers, with whom he lived, and a sister, Mrs. Lila Barnett of Long Beach. Delinquency of Youth Discussed J. A. Cranston, Santa Ana school superintendent, and Robert Robinson of Orange, chairman of Rotary's boys' rehabilitation committee, were the speakers at the Anaheim Rotary club meeting Monday noon at the Elks club. Both talked on phases of juvenile delinquency. Preventative measures were discussed by Cranston, for many years chairman of the county juvenile home committee and Pomeroy discovered the burglary of his residence when he returned about midnight. Entrance had been gained, apparently, by a passkey as all doors to the house were locked when the owner returned. All boxes, drawers and containers had been thoroughly ransacked, but only the money taken. Several articles of jewelry and silverware were left behind. Max Henderson Club's Speaker Dr. Max Henderson, speaking on "Economic Liberty," was the feature speaker at the meeting of the Anaheim Toastmasters club last Tuesday evening at the Mari-gold cafe. Four other speakers were heard. Dr. A. H. Wojahn talked on "Neurotics", William Claussen discussed "The 49th State," Dr. C. O. Patterson spoke on "The President Goes a-Courting" and Edward R. Shaw chose "California Fresh Water Fish" as his subject. President Walter Taylor presided at the business meeting. William Everhardt acted as toastmaster for the evening and Paul Smithers was general critic. Thief Takes Checks and Cash at Store A thief stole $50 in cash and checks from a cash box at the J. C. Penney company Saturday afternoon, it was reported to Anaheim police. Half the total was in two checks, the other half cash, it was said. The money box, not a cash register, was hidden behind merchandise polices were told. The theft occurred about 3:30 o'clock. Ray Smith is Named C. M. T. C. Official Major R. E. Smith, 518 South Dickel street, has been appointed the Military Training Camps association representative for Orange county. He will be in charge of the association"'s activities in enrolling suitable young men for the 1937 Citizens' Military Training camps. Citizens' Military Training camps are held annually at the Presido of Monterey, Fort Winfield Scott and Fort MacArthur, California. This year they will be held from July 1st to 30th. For information concerning the Citizens' Military Training camps, write to the C.M.T.C. enrollment officer at either of the above army stations, or to the county representative. Gazette Corrects Erroneous Report The Anaheim Gazette erroneously reported last week that the city council a week ago had allotted $20,751 for use on the regrading and repaving of Santa Ana street. The report should have said the funds were appropriated for use in the extension of water mains in the city, which will be carried on under a PWA project if a grant is obtained from the federal government. J. A. Cranston, Santa Ana school superintendent, and Robert Robinson of Orange, chairman of Rotary's boys' rehabilitation committee, were the speakers at the Anaheim Rotary club meeting Monday noon at the Elks club. Both talked on phases of juvenile delinquency. Preventative measures were discussed by Cranston, for many years chairman of the county juvenile home committee and of the Santa Ana coordinating council. Superior Judge Homer C. Ames of Anaheim, was warmly praised by the speaker for his work in the juvenile court. Robinson told of the work of the Rotary committee with boys released from Whittier state school showing the methods used and citing results obtained. Talks on baseball by Jimmy Heffron and orchard care by James Sutherland were also given at the meeting. Holy Name Society to Sponsor Troop In the interests of Boy Scout Troop 73, sponsored by the Holy Name Society of St. Bonifac parish, 150 members of that organization gathered for breakfast at the parish hall Sunday morning after receiving communion in the 7 o'clock mass. The break fast was served by members of the Altar Society. The Rev. Father Charles Harrison of Loyola high school in Los Angeles was speaker at the meeting. Courtney Clark is to be scout master of the troop. Troop commandeemen are U. F. Bauer, E. Sullivan, E. F. Cain and Al Erickson. A new interpretation by Attney General Webb again braille games from the county ANAHEIM GAZETTE ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA, THURSDAY, MARCH, 18, 1937 Held For Sim of Auto Shap Monday Park Youth Killed In Four Others In Accident Friday services for Willis Gers, 21, of 826 Kingman Buena Park, one of the tons killed in a collision a truck and an autoday afternoon in Santa ton were conducted Monnoon from Backs, Terry well mortuary. Burial was from cemetery. who lost their lives in were: E. Strong, 49, 2233 Linne, Long Beach. Bury Strong, 48, his wife, Mrs. George Adelsbergabout 50, of Benwood. Marsh Catch Fire going to investigating offfive met death when the e Strong was driving into the truck operated by exploding the truck's ank. Both vehicles were by the fire, which also Makes Speedy Bow on Coast Line Glant demon of speed and luxury liner of the rails is this new Southern Pacific streamline train. Put into service between San Francisco and Los Angeles, it represents another step in the modernization of American railroads. The train is shown as it made its first official run between the two coast cities. Officials View Sewage Plants Disposal Problems Being In- Assessment On Groves Reduced Frost Damage Allowances Council Passes Ordinance For Tent Building School District Is Grant Permission to Erect Temporary Rooms Immediate placing of tempotent-bungalows on the ground the John C. Fremont intermeschool is expected following tion of the Anaheim city coTuesday evening in passing emergency ordinance permit such erection. The council met in an adjoued regular meeting and read the second time the ordinwhich was introduced a week Tuesday night. The ordinance provides f change in the fire zone ordinand will be effective for only years. School officials believnew Fremont building will completed before that time. Ratify Action Ratification of the action o finance committee in awarding public liability and property wage insurance on the city's flecars to R. L. Royalty was give the council. Royalty's bid for insurance was $776. Officials View Sewage Plants Disposal Problems Being Investigated Today In Three Cities An inspection tour of sewage disposal and treatment plants in three southern California cities is being held today by city officials of member cities in section two of the joint outfall sewer district. Plants that are being inspected are located at San Bernardino, Ontario and El Monte. The purpose of the tour, according to Councilman Leo J. Sheridan who is making the trip, is to learn how other cities in the southland are handling their sewage disposal problems in order to assist, if possible, in solving difficulties now faced by members of the joint outfall sewer district in this county. Plants are New Sheridan represents this city on the executive board of the district and is the board's chairman. All the plants to be inspected are comparatively new, City Engineer E. P. Hapgood declared, and a thorough investigation of the plants should provide a good insight on current practices of sewage disposal and treatment. Cities and sanitary districts sharing ownership of section two of the joint outfall district are facing an urgent reconstruction need, not only on section two but also on section one. Construction of a treatment plant is being considered in connection with the proposed work. Arrest Four As Drunken Drivers Four persons, including an Anaheim woman, were arrested for driving while intoxicated in Anaheim between Friday and Sunday, according to police records. Three pleaded guilty and received a grant demon of speed and luxury liner of the rails is this new Southern Pacific streamline train. Put into service between San Francisco and Los Angeles, it represents another step in the modernization of American railroads. The train is shown as it made its first official run between the two coast cities. Assessment On Groves Reduced Frost Damage Allowances Made to Ranchers of Orange County County Assessor James Sleeper has knocked $1,750,000 off the assessed valuation of trees in Orange county because of frost damage in January, he announced today. He said he made a cut of 10 per cent on all citrus and avocado trees on the basis of the damage to trees and in orchards where damage was apparent the reduction was more. In some cases, notably at La Habra, where avocado trees were killed and lemon trees ruined in many orchards, assessments for trees were wiped off the books. One-Tenth of Total Sleeper said last year's total valuation for trees was $18,001,-235, accounting for about one tenth of the assessed valuation of the county, which totaled $186,-680,200. The cut, amounting to about $10,850 in county taxes at this year's rate of 62 cents per $100 of assessed valuation, will be partial relief to growers who suffered losses in the frost. It amounts to about one percent of the total valuation and the total tax base. Personal property tax collections are better this year than they have been for several years. Sleeper declared in commenting on the progress of the annual assessment work. One-Time Resident of Anaheim Called Funeral services were conducted Saturday afternoon at Riverside for Mrs. L. H. Harling, 61, former Anaheim resident who died last Thursday. She was the mother of Harold Harling and sister of C. M. Fender, both of Anaheim. Mrs. Harling had lived in Riverside for the past 20 years, but resided here prior to that time. She was active here in the work change in the fire zone ordinance and will be effective for only years. School officials believe new Fremont building will completed before that time. Ratify Action Ratification of the action of finance committee in awarding public liability and property age insurance on the city's fleeces to R. L. Royalty was given the council. Royalty's bid for insurance was $776. Copies of telegrams sent Mayor Charles H. Mann to Stors William Gibbs McAdoo Hiram Johnson and Congress Harry R. Sheppard which are "support of H. R. 421" such other legislation as come before the congress deserves to exempt public deposits from the provisions of the federal Municipalities are set enactment of the bill which will permit the payment of interest public moneys deposited ineral reserve member banks. Robinson Praised A letter from Mr. and Mrs. Brown, 708 S. Lemon street which the ability of Fred Robinson as deputy pound master highly praised was read to council. A similar letter had received recently from Dr. Sutherland, county health office. An informal invitation officials of the Berkeley Park of Land and Sea to Anaheim officials to attend that which will be given May 7, 9 was received. No action taken on the matter, however. Rudolph Boysen, park superintendent for the city of Anaheim is in Fresno attending a convention being held there today morrow and Saturday. "Ranchers Day' Held by Kiwa" "Ranchers Day" was held at Anaheim Kiwanis club Tuesday noon at the Elks with some 80 men present. Old E. Wahlberg, county advisor, was the day's speaker. President William P. opened the meeting with acknowledgement of the fact upon whom he said, the but men of the community were present in a large way. Arrest Four As Drunken Drivers Four persons, including an Anaheim woman, were arrested for driving while intoxicated in Anaheim between Friday and Sunday, according to police records. Three pleaded guilty and received sentences, while the fourth is out on bail. Angell Rizzotto, 27, 406½ S. Philadelphia, was arrested Friday evening. Pleading guilty before City Judge Frank Tausch he was ordered to pay a fine of $100 or spend 50 days in jail. He chose the jail sentence. Kathryn M. Davis, 43, 706 W. Santa Ana street, also was taken to the county jail to serve 25 days after pleading guilty to the charge. She was arrested at 2:30 o'clock Saturday morning. C. H. Carlisle, 41, Irvine, is on bail of $100 pending his appearance March 20. He was arrested at 3:25 o'clock Sunday morning. Alton R. Price, 30, 1242 Cypress street, Santa Ana, was arrested at 9 o'clock Sunday evening. He pleaded guilty before Judge Tausch and was ordered to pay a fine of $100 or serve 50 days in jail. He chose the jail sentence. Welfare Office to be Open Mornings Mrs. Mona Price, head of the welfare department for the city, is observing new office hours. She is on duty at her office in the city hall from 9 o'clock in the morning until noon instead of during the afternoon. The new hours became effective Monday and will be continued indefinitely. One-Time Resident of Anaheim Called Funeral services were conducted Saturday afternoon at Riverside for Mrs. L. H. Harling, 61, former Anaheim resident who died last Thursday. She was the mother of Harold Harling and sister of C. M. Fender, both of Anaheim. Mrs. Harling had lived in Riverside for the past 20 years, but resided here prior to that time. She was active here in the work of the Christian church. Also surviving are her husband, three daughters, another son, two other brothers and seven grandchildren. Four Slightly Hurt in Traffic Mishap Four persons were slightly injured in an automobile accident early Sunday morning on South Los Angeles street near Stueckle street, according to Anaheim police reports. The injured are C. J. Marks, 38, route 1, box 294, Santa Ana; his wife, Claire, 34; L. M. Sharpless, 37, and Mrs. L. M. Sharpless, 30, of Oceanside. None was seriously hurt. According to the report made to police by Marks the automobile he was driving was struck in the rear by another machine driven by Bert Johnson, San Diego. Building Permit is Granted for House One new permit for the constructed of a dwelling was issued during the past week by Building Inspector R. Nyboe. Harry F. Spotts will erect a $3,600 dwelling and garage at 530 S. West street. Four other permits were issued, totaling in value $1,390, for re-roofing and termite work and construction of a frame garage. "Ranchers Day" was held on Tuesday noon at the Elks with some 80 men present. Old E. Wahlberg, county adviser, was the day's speaker. President William P., opened the meeting with acknowledgement of the fact upon whom he said, the busmen of the community were dependent in a large way. Orange county is third nation in agriculture pre-Wahlberg said, being surplus only by Los Angeles county Aristook county, Massachusetts. This county is first in native farming, however, above average in the number farm homes equipped with tricity and water and radios, telephones and airbiles. The speaker also touched frost situation, saying that probable loss to oranges would 40 percent and to lemons 5 percent. He predicted, however, incomes would be about a quarter and that next year's crop be better than that of last year. Dr. William Foster to Speak at For Dr. William Truant educator and author, will speak the Anaheim forum meeting Tuesday evening at Anaheim high school. He will deal merchandising practices talk. Dr. Foster is a member of Massachusetts state board, the Public Affairs committee of Washington, D.C., and on the Consumer's Advisory of the NRA. His lecture had been widespread has written several books on economics. THE GAZETTE Now In Its 67th Year OLDEST PAPER IN COUNTY 259 EAST CENTER STREET NUMBER 22 Council Passes Ordinance For Tent Buildings Local District Is Granted Permission to Erect Temporary Rooms immediate placing of temporary bungalows on the grounds of John C. Fremont intermediate oil is expected following acco of the Anaheim city council today evening in passing an agency ordinance permitting erection. The council met in an adjourn-normal meeting and read for second time the ordinance which was introduced a week ago today night. The ordinance provides for a age in the fire zone ordinance will be effective for only two years. School officials believe the Fremont building will be deleted before that time. Ratify Action Notification of the action of the vice committee in awarding the economic liability and property dam-insurance on the city's fleet of to R. L. Royalty was given by council. Royalty's bid for therance was $776. Engineers Club to Meet Here Friday Evening Members of the Orange County Engineers club will meet at the Elks club here tomorrow (Friday) evening for their regular monthly meeting. The feature of the program will be the showing of the film "California, Highways." The picture, all in color, depicts the history of road building in this state and is said to have proved of interest wherever shown. City Engineer E. P. Hapgood declared that the public is invited to attend the meeting. Attendance At Gathering High County Christian Endeavor Groups Convene Here During Weekend Marked by the second largest attendance in the 48-year history of the organization the Orange County Christian Endeavor convention closed here Sunday evening after two days of meetings. Registrations totaled 435 persons only two less than the total Sewage, Water Problems Topic Of Short Talks Merchants Hear Officials Discuss Situation at Meeting Today Brief resumes of the joint outfall sewer district's problems and flood control matters were given by Councilman Leo J. Sheridan and Vard W. Hannum at the meeting of the Merchants' association this morning at the Marigold cafe. City Engineer E. P. Hapgood, also scheduled to speak on the Metropolitan Water district, was unable to give his talk because of lack of time. Sheridan, Anaheim's representative on the executive board of the joint outfall sewer district, gave a short history of sewage disposal problems during the past 25 years. He declared that since the sewer lines were built 14 years ago that $948,000 had been spent. Lines Poor The speaker touched on the condition of the lines in section one and two and of the need of reconstruction work. He told of the disagreement between the city of Santa Ana and the other owners of the line in the matter of what County Christian Endeavor Groups Convene Here During Weekend Marked by the second largest attendance in the 48-year history of the organization the Orange County Christian Endeavor convention closed here Sunday evening after two days of meetings. Registrations totaled 435 persons only two less than the total registered in 1932 when the convention was also held in Anaheim. A new staff of officers to serve for the coming year were elected Saturday afternoon. They include Paul Bakenhus of Santa Ana, president; Kenneth Rohrs, Harry Whitney, Gordon McAllister and Edmon Hover, vice presidents; Albert Ramm, treasurer, and Margaret and Elizabeth Heemstra, secretaries. Prominent Speakers Addresses by three men prominently identified with the Christian Endeavor movement featured the convention. Bishop Ira D. Warner was the speaker at the closing meeting Sunday evening, held at the First Christian church. He spoke, as did the Rev. Lewis Bauman, on the convention theme, "Not I, But Christ." Rev. Bauman, pastor of the First Brethren church of Long Beach, was the speaker for the Saturday evening meeting at the Presbyterian church. G. G. Schmid used as his subject for the Saturday afternoon meeting, "An Endeavor's Challenger." Another of the highlights of the conclave was the fellowship banquet held Saturday evening at the Presbyterian hall and attended by 185 persons. W. H. Wickett was toastmaster for the evening and an attendance prize was awarded the Church of the Brethren of Santa Ana. Music was furnished by the orchestra from the United Brethren church of Santa Ana and a quartet from the Cantando club. Rallies Held Four groups, including high school, intermediates, young people and adults, held rallies Sunday afternoon. Awards were given to the Salem Evangelical church of Anaheim for the high percentage of members in attendance for the best record in attendance. Lines Poor The speaker touched on the condition of the lines in section one and two and of the need of reconstruction work. He told of the disagreement between the city of Santa Ana and the other owners of the line in the matter of what type of pipe should be used on section one. Santa Ana advocates concrete, while the other towns believe vitrified clay pipe is superior for the purpose. Sheridan pointed out that the state board of health had asked that treatment plants be established on the joint outfall sewer line so that sewage could be reclaimed. Such action is being considered by the cities. The cost of treatment of sewage is estimated at between $18 and $20 per acre foot, the speaker said. Following Sheridan's talk a motion was made and passed expressing a vote of confidence in the city's actions in the entire sewer problem. Pipe Displayed A section of pipe taken from section two of the line was on display at the meeting, showing the amount of deterioration. Hannum, superintendent of the city's light and water department, exhibited a chart showing the water levels in the city wells during the past 30 years. He said that the water level reached sea level last August which caused the city to face the question of how long water may be pumped from below sea level before salt water enters the wells. The lowest point in history was reached last August 11 when the water was 150 feet, 11 inches below the surface. There has been a steady fall since the season of 1922-23, Hannum showed. Dams Urged In discussing the proposed flood control program for the county, the speaker declared that rainfall penetrates into the ground at a rate of about one foot per inch of rain and that the underground basis is replenished more from seepage from the Santa Ana river and from spreading grounds than from rainfall. There is now eight billion gallons of water behind Santiago Ranchers Day” was held by Anaheim Kiwanis club last Tuesday noon at the Elks club in some 80 men present. Horne E. Wahlberg, county farm supervisor, was the day’s speaker. President William P. Webb met the meeting with short acknowledgement of the farmers, whom he said, the business man of the community were dependent in a large way. Orange county is third in the nation in agriculture products, Wahlberg said, being surpassed by Los Angeles county and Estcook county, Massachusetts. This county is first in cooperative farming, however, and is average in the number of homes equipped with electricity and water and having telephones and automobiles. The speaker also touched on the best situation, saying that the probable loss to oranges would be percent and to lemons 50 per cent. He predicted, however, that homes would be about average and that next year’s crop would better than that of last year. Dr. William Foster to Speak at Forum Dr. William Truant Foster, educator and author, will speak at the Anaheim forum meeting next Tuesday evening at Anaheim un- high school. He will deal with merchandising practices in his work. Dr. Foster is a member of the Massachusetts state planning board, the Public Affairs committee of Washington, D. C., and was the Consumer’s Advisory board of the NRA. His lecture experience had been widespread and he has written several books on the new economics. Autobiographies Given by Lions Lions club members furnished their own entertainment at the organization’s weekly meeting held last Friday noon at the Elks club when nine members gave short biographies of their lives, Robert Rossberg was in charge of the program. Each of the members taking part had celebrated his birthday anniversary recently. During the course of their short talks it was revealed that not one of the nine is a native of California. Those who gave autobiographies were President Arthur Wilmsen, C. C. Lamb, Victor LaMont, Clyde Cromer, Vincert Borden, Dr. George A. Paige, Harry Macres, Ed Bohnet and Louis Hoskins. Check Artists are Active in Anaheim Three Anaheim business places reported receiving worthless checks during the past week end and another reported an unsuccessful attempt by a person to issue what is believed to be a bad check. All of the checks were for small amounts. At least two of them were passed by the same individual. Dams Urged In discussing the proposed flood control program for the county, the speaker declared that rainfall penetrates into the ground at a rate of about one foot per inch of rain and that the underground basis is replenished more from seepage from the Santa Ana river and from spreading grounds than from rainfall. There is now eight billion gallons of water behind Santiago dam, Hannum said, enough to furnish water to Anaheim for the next 15 years if the city should not grow larger. Similar large sources of water could be obtained through a program of dams in Santa Ana river and other canyons, the speaker declared. Regulated streams of water flowing from these dams would seep into the underground basins and raise the water level, Hannum said. Everett Cone, chairman for the meeting two weeks from today, announced an interesting program on traffic safety. Walton League to Prepare Yearbook Plans were made Tuesday evening for the publication of the Izaak Walton league yearbook for the Anaheim chapter. Roy Knapp is editor-in-chief and the editorial staff includes Herman Freese, Roy Mabee, Charles Sellers, J. E. Rymer, Edward R. Shaw, John Henry and Dick Dickenson. The publication contains a roster of the membership together with informative data pertaining to fishing and hunting. There will also be a section devoted to the subject of “California Fish.” The book will be released during the latter part of April, it was said.