anaheim-gazette 1938-02-24

THE GAZETTE IS EQUIPPED AND MANNED TO PRODUCE Fine Job Printing 259 East Center Street VOL. LXVIII Nominations For Seats on Council Start This Week Morris Martenet Will Seek Reelection; Two Other Candidates Appear Nomination papers have been taken out by three candidates for seats on the city council, one by an incumbent, City Clerk Charles E. Griffith announced this morning. Of the three petitions two have been returned with the required number of signatures. The three men who to date have officially entered the contest for the councilmanic positions which will be voted upon April 12 are Morris W. Marenet, Jr., incumbent, John H. Mattys and G. Ted Masterson. Mattys, a candidate in in 1930, operates a tire store and Masterson is in the ladies ready-to-wear business. The petition for Martenet, Jr., was taken out last Saturday and returned Monday. Those for Mattys and Masterson were taken out Monday morning, with Mattys' being returned yesterday. Supporters Listed The listed supporters of the incumbent candidate are Paul Davidson, R. L. Royalty, H. E. Arnold, Leonard Hessel, J. B. Coykendall, William P. Webb, Robert H. Bonn Harry Riley's Garage and Two Autos Burn Fire which burned a private garage and two automobiles at the Harry D. Riley home, 714 N. Los Angeles street, early last Friday morning, added $250 to the official fire loss in the city, according to Fire Chief R. Nyboe. Value of the two automobiles is not included in the report. The blaze was the third of its kind in five days in this city. The garage was a mass of flames when the glare of the fire attracted the attention of W. M. Lukasky, 707 N. Los Angeles street, who sent in the alarm. Firemen were unable to save the building and the two sedens it contained. Large Palm Tree Planting Finished Transplanting Project Will Be Completed by March 15, Boysen Reports Planting of the tall Washingtonia Robusta palm trees in the new La Palma park has been completed, it was announced today by Superintendent Rury Boysen of the park department. The trees were Two Youths Die Following Crash Early Saturday Accident East of La Habra Brings County's Death Total to Eighteen Death of two youths as the result of an automobile accident at the intersection of Central avenue and Highway 101, east of La Habra last Saturday brought the toll for the year to 18. Nine were killed during the same period time last year. Victims of the crash Saturday were Robert Grant, 17, of South Gate and Dallas Boucher, also of Los Angeles. Grant succumbed a few minutes after the collision while Boucher died Sunday night at the La Habra hospital. Injured in the same accident were Howe Grant, 18, brother of the deyouth, Ernest Wells, Roy Geard, all of South Gate, and Gra DeBarard. 348 Cliff Drive, Lagu Beach, police records show. Driver Negligent Automobiles involved in the accident were driven by Howard Grant and Miss DeBarard, police were informed. Young Grant was quoted by officers as saying he did not see the boulevard stop sign. He was travelling east on Centr and Masterson is in the ladies ready-to-wear business. The petition for Martenet, Jr., was taken out last Saturday and returned Monday. Those for Mattys and Masterson were taken out Monday morning, with Mattys' being returned yesterday. Supporters Listed The listed supporters of the incumbent candidate are Paul Davidson, R. L. Royalty, H. E. Arnold, Leonard Hessel, J. B. Coykendall, William P. Webb, Robert H. Boney, Fred L. Hays, H. E. W. Barnes and Charles W. Sellers. The petition was circulated by Dave Proud. Mattys' petition was signed by Alexander J. Schuber, Frank O. Stanway, Louis Hennig, G. O. Payne, Harry D. Riley, P. C. Davidson, H. W. Hollinger, Mrs. Ida A. Freeman, Joe Klapper and H. J. DuBois. Councilmen whose terms expire this year in addition to Martenet are Leo J. Sheridan and F. A. Yungbluth. Neither has taken out nomination papers, but it is expected they will before the close of the filing period on March 12. Slightly more than two weeks remain for candidates to circulate petitions of nomination, it was pointed out by City Clerk Charles E. Griffith. Interest in the election is expected to increase between today and the close of the period for nomination. Precincts Announced Eight polling places have been established for the election, with polls to be open between 7 o'clock in the morning and 7 o'clock at night. Precincts used in state and county elections have been consolidated for this election. Polling places are as follows: Precinct "A," comprising precincts 1, 5 and 6, at Horace Mann school, 931 N. Palm street. Precinct "B," comprising precincts 2, 3 and 4, at L. A. Fisher garage, 709 N. Philadelphia street. Precinct "C," comprising precincts 7, 8 and 10, at Anaheim union high school, 811 W. Center street. Precinct "D," comprising precincts 11, 12 and 14, at Ford salesroom, 320 N. Los Angeles street. Precinct "E," comprising precincts 15, 16 and 17, at J. H. Brunsworth garage, 1109 E. Center street. Precinct "F," comprising precincts 13, 19 and 20, at City Hall, 204 E. Center street. Precinct "G," comprising pre- Planting of the tall Washingtonia Robusta palm trees in the new La Palma park has been completed; it was announced today by Superintendent Rury Boysen of the park department. The trees were all transplanted from along parkways in the city, most of them having been on Philadelphia street. The largest portion of the trees were originally planted by Richard Melrose, Anaheim Pioneer, Boysen said. About 250 palm trees, representing 18 species, will be planted in the park, the superintendent said. It is expected that phase of the development of the recreational area will be completed by March 15. All of the trees have been located and are ready to be transplanted. Of the palms to be planted in park all are fullgrown species with the exception of three, Boysen declared. The three, which will be planted as seeds, include Sabal Palmetto, Trachycarpus Excelsa and Jubea Spectabiles. Rare Palm Obtained The rarest palm of the 18 species is the Phoenix Reclinata, the superintendent said. This specie was obtained from Mrs. Maddie E. Gates of 220 N. Claudina street. The Erythea Armata specie, a small bluish colored palm tree, came from the Los Serranos Country club. The Chamareops Humilis specie was transplanted from along Zeyn street. Residences from all sections of town provided the Phoenix Carariensis specie. Special sprinkling system has been installed for these trees, which must be kept moist for a period of a year after transplanting, Boysen said. The Loroma Amethystima trees were obtained from the old Tim Carroll property on Maple avenue, while the Phoenix Dacylifera, the only date palm at the park, came from the Houts property on West Broadway. Anaheim Woman's Mother Succumbs Death early today claimed Mrs. Automobiles involved in the accident were driven by Howe Grant and Miss DeBarard, police were informed. Young Grant was quoted by officers as saying he did not see the boulevard stop sign He was travelling east on Centre Avenue and Miss DeBarard was driving north on Highway V when the two automobiles collided. Both drivers were found negligent by a coroner's jury in Fullerton. Howard Grant failed to serve the boulevard stop, and Mr DeBarard was driving at an excessive speed, witnesses said Grant did not testify and a woman was unable to appear in the inquest because of her injury. Two Dwellings to Be Erected Here New residential construct turned upward last week with two permits being granted by Building Inspector R. Nyboe. C. Ewing will construct a $30 house and garage at 816 N. Pa Street and Ralph Maas will enlarge a $4000 duplex and garage at 545-47 S. Zeyn street. Two other permits were issued during the week by Nyboe. He E. Greenwald will construct a gage and alter a dwelling at 542 Helena street at a cost of $11 and Ira S. Trexlar will erect garage at 423 S. East street coining $100. Henry VonBehren Called by Death Henry Von Behren. 85, died evening at his ranch home at 12 and Walnut roads where he resided for the past 19 years. Was a native of Germany, coming to the United States 67 years ago. He is survived by his widow Mrs. Minnie Von Behren, whom he celebrated their gold wedding anniversary in 1932. Of the 12 children born to the couple also survive. They are Aust Van Behren of Brewer Drunk Motorist Perils Youngster Charges of drunken driving landed three men in the Anaheim city jail this week, each of whom pleaded guilty when arraigned before City Judge Frank Tausch. Fines ranged from $150 to $250, with jail sentence alternatives. The stiffest sentence was given Clifford Cherry, 25, 911 E. Santa Ana street. He was arrested at 3:30 o'clock Tuesday afternoon when an Anaheim officer observed him speeding through a school zone at Broadway and Citron street. Cherry narrowly missed a small child, police said. He was ordered to pay a fine of $250 or spend 125 days in jail. Fines of $150 were levied against Alexander Espinoza, 29, 416 N. Olive street, and O. G. Tucker, 47, 131 S. Main street, Placentia. Espinoza was arrested early Sunday morning and Tucker was taken into custody Tuesday night. Anaheim Woman's Mother Succumbs Death early today claimed Mrs. Louise Amelia Martin Sohl, 73, of Napa, Calif., while visiting at the home of her daughter, Mrs. F. F. Twinem, 219 E. North street. Mrs. Sohl had been ill for some time, but apparently was regaining her health. She is survived by four sons, Andrew H. A. and Ezra F., both of Nebraska; Henry W. and Reuben B., both of Napa; five daughters, Mrs. Twinen, Miss Rachel M. Sohl of San Francisco, Mrs. Ralph H. Linder of Napa, Mrs. Howard M. Johnston of Seattle and Miss Clara H. M. Sohl of Monterey; three sisters, three brothers, 15 grandchildren and one great grandchild. Remains will be sent to Napa by he Hilgenfeld funeral home where services will be conducted. Chamber Officers at County Session President Harry C. Arthur, Sr., and Secretary John A. Morgan of the Anaheim Chamber of Commerce this noon attended a meeting of presidents and secretaries of Orange county chambers at Balboa. The purpose of the meeting was to plan the first annual county-wide business men's day which is expected to be held at Newport-Balboa within the next few weeks. Henry Von Behren, 85, died evening at his ranch home at Baldwin and Walnut roads where he resided for the past 19 years. He was a native of Germany, coming to the United States 67 years ago. He is survived by his widow Mrs. Minnie Von Behren, who he celebrated their gold wedding anniversary in 1932. Of the 12 children born to the couple also survive. They are Austin Von Behren of Brewsburg, Minn.; Mrs. Laura Ulferts of Brewster, Mrs. Lena Albertson of Spirit Lake, Iowa; Mrs. M. Schultz of Laguna Beach, and daughters, Mrs. Louise Baum and Mrs. Sophie Mauerhan of Anaheim. There are also grandchildren and one sister. Funeral services will be conducted from Backs, Terry & Carrie A. McCaulou feld funeral home. Rev. Eudie Elmore, pastor of the Place Nazarene church, officiated, assisted by Rev. R. C. Rogers. Burial was in Loma Vista cemetery. Mrs. McCaulou is survived her husband, Harry T. McCaulou four sons, Harvey of Los Angeles Clifford and Murray of Idaho, Joseph of San Diego; two daughters, Miss Alma Rice of Anaheim and Mrs. W. R. Suddaby of Bernardino; two brothers, Mrs. W. H. Prewitt of Anaheim, and five grandchildren... ANAHEIM GAZETTE ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA, THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 1938 Youths Die Following Crash Early Saturday North East of La Habra County's Death Total to Eighteen of two youths as the re-eman automobile accident at intersection of Central avenue highway 101, east of La Habra Saturday brought the total year to 18. Nine were during the same period of last year. Items of the crash Saturday Robert Grant, 17, of South and Dallas Boucher, also 17, Angeles. Grant succumbed minutes after the collision Boucher died Sunday night La Habra hospital. Injured same accident were Howard 18, brother of the dead Ernest Wells, Roy Goddell of South Gate, and Grace Rard. 348 Cliff Drive, Laguna police records show. Driver Negligent Mobiles involved in the accident driven by Howard and Miss DeBarard, police informed. Young Grant was by officers as saying he did the boulevard stop sign travelling east on Central and Miss DeBarard was SCENES FROM MUSICAL COMEDY Musical Comedy Will Be Offered Tomorrow New Anaheim Union High School Music Department Present Show "Once in a Blue Moon," act musical comedy, will be sent at the auditorium heim union high school to night as the annual product the glee clubs and orchestra the school. The curtain will at 8 o'clock. Story of the musical comedy written by Gordon Ibotthe music by Noble Cain composer and director of groups. The story included edy, romance and mystery featured by a Spanish filming the second act. "Once in a Blue Moon" was sent by Anaheim high students 13 years ago, announced. Many a Cast Students playing principals in the production area Thatcher, Betty Jane Wazanne Sidman, Kay Van Larry Hopkins, Marjorie F Wilma Kerr, Bill Shea, Jay, Bob Serrr, Alex Deverginia Lee Peterson, Arval Eddie Baker and Bob B Several choruses and Driver Negligent mobiles involved in the accident driven by Howard and Miss DeBarard, police informed. Young Grant was by officers as saying he did not travel east on Central and Miss DeBarard was north on Highway 101 the two automobiles drivers were found negligent a coroner's jury in Fuller-Howard Grant failed to obey boulevard stop sign, and Miss DeBarard was driving at an ex-speed, witnesses said. did not testify and the was unable to appear at request because of her injuries. Dwellings to be Erected Here residential construction upward last week with permits being granted by Inspector R. Nyboe. R.ing will construct a $3000 and garage at 816 N. Palm and Ralph Maas will erect 200 duplex and garage at S. Zeyn street. Other permits were issued the week by Nyboe. Henry ennwald will construct a garden alter a dwelling at 542 S. street at a cost of $1000. A. S. Trexlar will erect a at 423 S. East street cost 100. Garry VonBehren called by Death Garry Von Behren. 85, died last night at his ranch home at Ball Valnut roads where he had lived for the past 19 years. Native of Germany, coming United States 67 years ago. is survived by his widow, Minnie Von Behren, with the celebrated their golden anniversary in 1932. Six 12 children born to the couple survive. They are Aug-Von Behren of Brewster. Citrus Company Locates in City Corporation Affiliated With V. R. Smith Packing Co.; Farless Manager Anaheim Citrus company was expected to start installing machinery today in the buildings of the old brick yards at Citron and La Palma street, it was announced this morning by John A. Morgan, secretary of the Anaheim Chamber of Commerce. The new company will manufacture orange juice, meal and oil, starting about March 15. The concern was recently incorporated with V. R. Smith being named president and O. E. Farless, manager. Both are of Lindsay. Others interested in the corporation are John Kraft of Anaheim and C. L. Anderson of Santa Ana. Anaheim Citrus Products company is affiliated with the V. R. Smith Packing company of Lindsay and will market its products through that concern, it was said. Farless has established his home in Anaheim and is in active charge of getting the new plant into production, it was declared. Present plans of the corporation provide for 15 employees when the concern is ready for capacity production. Anaheim Group at Dam for Two Days A group of four Anaheim resi- Youngster Bitten by Ferocious Dog Animal is Slain by Officer to Prevent Attack on Other Children Wide-spread-quarantine of dogs, including the south part of Anaheim, was averted yesterday when county health department laboratory experts reported finding no trace of negri bodies in the brain of a dog shot and killed here Tuesday noon by Officer Fred Robinson. The animal had bitten severely a small child and at least one other dog before a charge from a shotgun and a blow on the head killed him. Victim of the dog's attack was George Hammond. 21½, son of Mr. and Mrs. G. L. Hammond of 510 S. Citron street. His wrist was severely injured and he was rushed to a doctor immediately. The father said yesterday the baby would be given Pasteur treatments in spite of the findings of the health department. It was pointed out by Robinson and C. W. O'Flyng, health officer, that the dog might have been suffering from rabies, but was not developed enough to show the negri bodies. Robinson killed the dog shortly after he bit the Hammond youngster to keep it from running among a group of school children a block away. The animal showed all the symptoms of rabies, Robinson declared. The dog was owned by Ronald students playing principia in the production area Thatcher, Betty Jane Was zanne Sidman, Kay Van Larry Hopkins; Marjorie F Wilma Kerr, Bill Shea, Jay, Bob Serr, Alex Deverginia Lee Peterson, Arval Eddie Baker and Bob P Several choruses and numbers, including a dance on skates, add to the story developed by the soloists. Faculty members work gether in the production musical comedy are Miss Hansen, glee clubs; J. liams, orchestra; Spanish tra and publicity; Miss K Potter; dances; Miss Ma Van Booven; Miss Laura Frantz; drama; Miss Edith make-up and costumes; Ross, printing; and C. Hedstrom, photography. Death of Groovy Declared Succ J. R. Portwood, Fullerton found dead in a chair inside his store late night, died from gun wounds fled by himself, Coro Abby, announced follow-up investigation. No inquiry held. No note of any kind was indicated that suicide was ed, which led to an injury police. The body was discovered Sunday night by Leo D neighbor, as he returned theater. Portwood was a chair with a 22-call across his lap. Company B W Coppard Tr The Coppard Trophy, cup given for competition was won by Company B the formal drill presented by cadets of St. Cathery itary school. Lieut. Edm net of Anaheim comma company. The review was con- Artery Von Behren, 85, died last night at his ranch home at Ball Alnut roads where he had lived for the past 19 years. He is survived by his widow, Minnie Von Behren, with whom he celebrated their golden anniversary in 1932. Six 12 children born to the couple survive. They are Aug-Von Behren of Brewster, Mrs. Laura Ulferts of Water, Mrs. Lena Albertson of Lake, Iowa, Mrs. Marie Z of Laguna Beach, and twin sisters, Mrs. Louise Bauman and Mrs. Sophie Mauerhan, both Alnut. There are also 24 children and one sister. General services will be conducted from Backs, Terry & Camp-chapel Saturday afternoon at Rock, Rev. C. H. S. Hunziker, and of Grace Lutheran church, afflicate and burial will be in Vista cemetery. General Today for Carrie A. McCaulou General services for Mrs. A. McCaulou, 56, who died early morning were conducted afternoon from the Hilgen-funeral home. Rev. Eugene Moore, pastor of the Placentia Gene church, officiated, assisting Rev. R. C. Rogers, Burial on Loma Vista cemetery. McCaulou is survived by husband, Harry T. McCaulou; sons, Harvey of Los Angeles; ward and Murray of Idaho; and son of San Diego; two daughters, Miss Alma Rice of Anaheim; Mrs. W. R. Suddaby of San Bernardino; two brothers, one Mrs. Lora Hewitt and five grandchildren. Farless has established his home in Anaheim and is in active charge of getting the new plant into production, it was declared. Present plans of the corporation provide for 15 employees when the concern is ready for capacity production. Anaheim Group at Dam for Two Days A group of four Anaheim residents under the leadership of City Engineer E. P. Hapgood took a two-day trip to Parker dam last Monday and Tuesday. Included in the party were L. M. Bailey, Rev. H. G. Schmeltzer and Lieut. Charles A. Schmitt. Among the points of interest visited were four pumping plants on division one of the Metropolitan Water district's aqueduct and the east end of the San Jacinto tunnel. Hapgood is Anaheim's representative on the district's board of directors. Services for Hugo Fries Held Monday Funeral services for Hugo Fries, 86, were conducted Manday afternoon from the Hilgenfeld funeral home with Rev. O. R. Schroeder, pastor of the Bethel Baptist church, officiating. Entombment was made in Melrose Abbey mausoleum. Fries, a native of Germany who came to America 60 years ago, died Saturday morning at his home at South and West streets where he had resided 32 years. He is survived by his wife, Theresa Fries; three sons, William, Fred and Harry Fries; all of Anaheim; one brother, Fred Fries of Chicago; and five grandchildren. It was pointed out by Robinson and C. W. O'Flyng, health officer, that the dog might have been suffering from rabies, but was not developed enough to show the negri bodies. Robinson killed the dog shortly after he bit the Hammond youngster to keep it from running among a group of school children a block away. The animal showed all the symptoms of rabies, Robinson declared. The dog was owned by Ronald Wilson, 1628 Spurgeon avenue, Santa Ana; Robinson learned during his investigations. Beebe Heads Better Housing Committee M. E. Beebe, Anaheim insurance man, has accepted the post of chairman of the better housing committee for Anaheim, according to John A. Morgan, chamber of commerce secretary. Appointment of Beebe was made at the request of Stuart McDonald federal house administrator at Washington. Jack Royalty Host Tomorrow at Birthday Club Jack Royalty has the honor of being the first host to the new Anaheim Birthday club. He buys the drinks at Earl Jackson's fountain tomorrow (Friday) morning between 10 and 10:30 o'clock: He will have 16 guests. Club members are searching for additional members, particularly men and women whose birthdays occur during March and April. The suspect departed when he apparently observed other men in the station whom had a shotgun anser a revolver. The men the bandit, but were caught him, Sulkosky repaired. JOINS NAVY Lloyd Van Ness Via Bush street, last week the United States navy learned here today. ZETTE THE GAZETTE IS THE OLDEST NEW PAPER IN ORANGE COUNTY Now in Its 68th Year Phone Anaheim 2414 NUMBER 18 Musical Comedy Will Be Offered Tomorrow Night Anaheim Union High School Music Department to Present Show "Once in a Blue Moon," a three-act musical comedy, will be presented at the auditorium of Anaheim union high school tomorrow night as the annual production of the glee clubs and orchestra of the school. The curtain will rise at 8 o'clock. Story of the musical comedy was written by Gordon Ibottson and the music by Noble Cain, noted composer and director of choral groups. The story includes comedy, romance and mystery and is featured by a Spanish fiesta during the second act. "Once in a Blue Moon" was presented by Anaheim high school students 13 years ago, it was announced. Many a Cast Students playing principal parts in the production are Jessie Hatcher, Betty Jane Ward, Suanne Sidman, Kay Van Buren, Harry Hopkins, Marjorie Fillbaum, Filma Kerr, Bill Shea, Jimmy May, Bob Serr, Alex Deverall, Virginia Lee Peterson, Arval Triplett, Dodd Baker and Bob Fackiner. Several choruses and dancing ROMANTIC LEADS Courtesy Anoranco Suzanne Sidman and Jimmy Jay will play the romantic leads of Betty and George in "Once in a Blue Moon." The production will be given at Anaheim high school tomorrow night. Gas Brings Death To Ranch Worker Albert Scott Overcome In Well On Sunny Hills Improvement of North Entrance To City Sought Planning Commission Urges Planting of Hedge On Los Angeles Street Further improvement in the appearance of the northern entry to the city of Anaheim is foreseen for the future as the result of a recommendation made to the city council last night by the city's planning commission. The council took no action on the matter last night, but is expected to discuss it more fully next Tuesday evening, or in the near future. The recommendation of the planning commission calls for the planting of a hedge of a dense and vigorous type along the northeastern property line of North Los Angeles street between La Palma and Palm avenues wherever it is possible to do so. It also recommends that the area between the property line and the curb be set out to shrubs of an ornamental nature. Improve Entrance Members of the commission expressed the belief that such planting would add to the value of La Palma park, would eliminate an unsightly settlement from view, and in general greatly improve the Many a Cast Students playing principal parts in the production are Jessie Hatcher, Betty Jane Ward, Suanne Sidman, Kay Van Buren, Harry Hopkins, Marjorie Fillbaum, Wilma Kerr, Bill Shea, Jimmy May, Bob Serr, Alex Deverall, Virginia Lee Peterson, Arval Triplett, Eddie Baker and Bob Fackiner. Several choruses and dancing numbers, including a dance done on skates, add to the story as it developed by the soloists. Faculty members working together in the production of the musical comedy are Miss Lilly E. Hansen, glee clubs; J. W. Williams, orchestra; Spanish orchestra and publicity, Miss Katherine Potter; dances; Miss Mary Jane Van Booenv; Miss Laura Gene Brantz, drama; Miss Edith Weber, make-up and costumes; Lloyd S. Ross, printing; and C. George Ledstrom, photography. Death of Grocer Declared Suicide J. R. Portwood, Fullerton grocer found dead in a chair in a room behind his store late Sunday night, died from gun wounds inflicted by himself, Coroner Earl Abbey, announced following an investigation. No inquest will be held. No note of any kind was left to indicate that suicide was intended, which led to an investigation by police. The body was discovered late Sunday night by Leo DeGroff, a neighbor, as he returned from a theater. Portwood was sitting in a chair with a 22-calibre rifle across his lap. Company B Wins Coppard Trophy The Coppard Trophy, a rotating cup given for competitive drill, was won by Company B during the formal drill presented Sunday by cadets of St. Catherine's Military school. Lieut. Edmund Brunet of Anaheim commanded the company. The review was conducted by Blue Moon." The production will be given at Anaheim high school tomorrow night. Gas Brings Death To Ranch Worker Albert Scott Overcome In Well On Sunny Hills Ranch Thursday Gas of an unknown type was found by County Autopsy Surgeon Elizabeth Tock and a coroner's jury to have caused the death last Thursday afternoon of Albert Scott, 21, of Placentia in an unusual accident on Sunny Hills ranch, north of Fullerton. Lawrence Jones, Fullerton fireman, was overcome by the same gases, but was quickly revived. According to testimony at the coroner's inquest, Scott was being lowered into a well on the ranch when, at 65 feet below ground, he apparently was overcome by the gas and fell another 20 feet into the well. Members of the rigging crew working under Tom Kwaingroch, rushed to the company's office to call for aid. Fullerton firemen and police responded, but were unsuccessful in their attempts to reach Scott. Jones, equipped with a mask, descended into the well, but became unconscious and was removed. Use Grappling Hooks After about three hours of futile efforts an electric light, furnished by the Edison company, was suspended into the well, providing sufficient illumination to enable the rescue crew to secure grappling hooks around the man's legs and draw him from the well. Scott is survived by his wife, Velma, and a nine-months-old child; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. B. F. Scott, also of Placentia; and four sisters and seven brothers. The brothers are Jesse of Wasco, Charles of Madera, Dan and John of Placentia, Walter of Bakersfield. James of Inglewood and George of Granville, N. M. The sisters are Miss Mary Scott and Miss Maggie Scott of Placentia; Mrs. Effie Thern of Los Vegas, Nevada, and Mrs. Leora Brannon of Wasco. Oriental Turmoil Change is Planned The council is also working out plans to change the fiscal year from May 1 to April 30 to July 1 to June 30. The change would place the city on the same basis as the county and state. First reading was given Ordinance 616, which admends Ordinance 609 by providing for the granting of a zone variance affecting the Bemis property located at La Palma and Citron streets. The amendment was recommended by the planning commission. Three resolutions were passed by the council last night. One authorizes the mayor and city clerk to execute a grant of easement from the Southern Pacific company for property on Santa Ana street. The other provides for the holding of a general municipal election on April 12 and appoints election officers. The third releases the county of Orange from all claims of cities of The Coppard Trophy, a rotating cup given for competitive drill, was won by Company B during the formal drill presented Sunday by cadets of St. Catherine's Military school. Lieut. Edmund Brunet of Anaheim commanded the company. The review was conducted by Lieut. Comdr. C. W. Thomas of the Coast Guard, assisted by Ensign R. Tighe, Major Ben Blair, Major Ray E. Smith, Major Donald Winans, Lieut. J. Thompson, Lieut. V. I. Coppard and Lieut. Dan Gulko. Two commissions were presented by Lieut. C. A. Schmitt, commandant. Thomas Dunn was advanced to cadet captain and Michael Walsh was advanced to cadet first lieutenant. Return Visit Made by Bandit Suspect The bandit who robbed Ed Sulkosky, attendant at Manchester Service station, about two weeks ago paid a return call to the establishment late Tuesday night but left without making any attempt to rob Sulkosky, the attendant informed Anaheim police. The suspect departed hastily when he apparently observed two other men in the station, one of whom had a shotgun and the other a revolver. The men pursued the bandit, but were unable to catch him, Sulkosky reported. JOINS NAVY Lloyd Van Ness Viall, 125 S. Bush street, last week enlisted in the United States navy, it was learned here today. Oriental Turmoil Subject of Talk Events leading up to the present "undeclared" war between China and Japan and occurrences during the fighting were told to members of the Anaheim Rotary club Monday noon by Roscoe A. Goodcell, former employee of the Chinese government. The speaker was introduced by P. J. Weisel. That Japan is faced with financial ruin and relegation to a lower international standing was the opinion expressed by Goodcell. Another feature of the meeting was the showing of souvenirs of Abraham Lincoln collected by Guy I. Gilbert, Santa Ana Rotarian. Secretary Attends Conclave of Group John A. Morgan, secretary of the Anaheim Chamber of Commerce, attended Saturday's session of the annual convention of the California Association of Commercial Secretaries held at Santa Monica. Feature of the day was the election of officers with Julius Jorgensen of Pittsburg being named president and George Larson of West Los Angeles chosen secretary. Citrus Institute To Be Held Here Friday, March 18, has been set by the agricultural extension service and the citrus department of the Orange county farm bureau for the annual citrus growers institute in Orange county, according to announcement issued this week by Farm Advisor Harold E. Wahlberg. The sessions will be held in the auditorium of the Anaheim high school, which is equipped with a public address system to accommodate the large attendance of growers anticipated from all parts of Orange county. The morning session will feature authoritative speakers and research men in pertinent cultural problems in citrus production. The afternoon session will be devoted to economic and marketing phases of the industry. New developments in citrus fertilization, mottle leaf and Scaly Bark control, the Orange county pest control situation, and irrigation for better yields will come up for discussion at the institute.