anaheim-gazette 1938-12-22

ANAHEIM GAZETTE Established 1870 Orange County's Oldest Newspaper HENRY KUCHEL, Editor and Publisher 1887-1935 The Anaheim Gazette has been owned and edited by the same family since 1875. Published every Thursday at 259 East Center Street, Anaheim, Calif. Subscription Per Year $2.00 Six Months $1.00 MRS. HENRY KUCHEL THEODORE B. KUCHEL Editors and Publishers Entered as second-class matter at the Post Office at Anaheim, California, under the Act of March 8, 1879. CHRISTMAS, 1937 As the anniversary of the birth of Jesus Christ draws near, there prevades our people a sense of gratitude both for that which we have and for that which has been spared us by a kind and benevolent providence. Since the birth of Christ in Bethlehem, the pattern of humanity has changed, its numbers multiplied, its life almost wholly altered. But of one thing we may be sure. The trend in all those intervening centuries has been for progress, spiritually, socially, and materially. While it is true that around us today, in many sections of the earth, there rage brutal and shocking wars; and while, in once highly cultured and civilized centers of population, there now remains only the ruins of culture and civilization and of peoples, it is also true that throughout the remaining areas, peoples, regardless of race, stand together horrified at the sins of their fellow man. Time was when brutality went on its way unchecked and unabated. No one was critical for the reason that brutality was the order of the day. If there was any blame, it was expressed in silence. But in our day, what humanity dislikes, it actively condemns. And when the democratic people of this nation criticize, they do it actively and in a loud voice. Time was when brutality went on its way unchecked and unabated. No one was critical for the reason that brutality was the order of the day. If there was any blame, it was expressed in silence. But in our day, what humanity dislikes, it actively condemns. And when the democratic people of this nation criticize, they do it actively and in a loud voice. For that freedom, and may well be thankful. While others live in wholesale fear, we do not. We still have our liberties at a time when in many other climes they are being taken away. These last twelve months have been hectic for our community. But withal, we have been saved from much. Trouble, hardships, flood, and the elements in general might have been far, far worse. Christmas may be celebrated in Anaheim with a thanks to the Creator for all the wonderful blessings which we now have and which we are enjoying. And we may look forward with more courage, and more hope than any other section of the world. Let us give thanks. DON'TS FOR A MERRY CHRISTMAS A Merry Christmas to you and yours! And remember—it can't be merry unless it's safe. Fire is the great hazard of the holiday season. It has turned many a gladsome celebration into a horrible tragedy; for the victims of holiday fires are usually children. So—here are some don'ts for the holidays that will pay you tremendous dividends in the coin of happiness and safety. Don't use candles on your Christmas tree—the tree itself is highly inflammable and it together with tinsel decorations placed near the flame, may cause a holocaust in your home. Electric light sets are inexpensive, safe and satisfactory. Don't permit children dressed in flimsy cloth or paper holiday costumes to be in a room with open flames of any kind. Fatal burns can be suffered in an incredibly brief period of time. Don't give children gifts that require the use of explosive chemicals, fire, steam or other hazardous elements. Don't allow a mess of discarded Christmas package wrappings to accumulate. A carelessly disposed match or cigarette may cause them to burst into a fire that will swiftly get out of control. Dry Christmas trees present a major hazard—dispose of yours as soon as the holidays are over. And—last but not least—don't take a chance of any kind. Be constantly alert. Have your fun safely. Don't allow a mess of discarded Christmas package wrappings to accumulate. A carelessly disposed match or cigarette may cause them to burst into a fire that will swiftly get out of control. Dry Christmas trees present a major hazard—dispose of yours as soon as the holidays are over. And—last but not least—don't take a chance of any kind. Be constantly alert. Have your fun safely. ORGANIZING FOR SAFETY Organization is the vital element in any accident prevention drive that is to produce results. The history of the industrial safety movement is an inspiring example of what intelligent, consistent organization work can achieve. In twenty-five years, deaths due to accidents in the factories and plants of America have decreased 44 per cent—in spite of the obvious fact that in this period manufacturing methods have become immensely more complicated from a mechanical standpoint. Industry's safety engineers don't guess—they know what hazards exist and how they can eliminate them. They have done an epic work in making the American workman safety conscious. And organization is precisely as vital to highway safety—our Number 1 unsolved safety problem of today. Organization means unceasing, fully-planned work in a dozen different directions. It means an unremitting "gospel of safety" campaign directed straight at every motorist and pedestrian. It means careful revision of traffic laws, with a view to standardization and elimination of obsolete structures. It means better law enforcement by police and courts. It means education for school students by special, carefully-taught experts. It means stringent drivers' licensing requirements. A good start has been made, and the safety movement seems now to be pressing ahead fast. Its ultimate success is assured if the people, whose lives are literally in the balance, give the little effort that is needed to cooperate. To the Association of Casualty and Surety Executives must go great credit for accident prevention activity in all fields. A MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALLI BETTER BUSINESS MORE JOBS PEACE The FARMERS CORNER by RALPH H. TAYLOR Executive Secretary Agricultural Council of California California's farm mortgage debt has been decreased nearly 14 per cent during the last five years and stands at approximately $497. Pointing the problem, Dr. Benedict makes the following general comment: "As citizens of the United States sorry and operating more largely on a pay-as-you-go program. "It is only in this way that we can hope to meet future depressions or war situations without disaster." Dr. Benedict's warning that public debts are increasing more rapidly than private debts are being reduced should be considered most seriously by farmers and all common property taxpayers. At the general election, a few weeks back, a proposal appeared on the ballot—the Garrison revenue bond act—which would have reduced the required vote for revenue bond issues from two-thirds to a bare majority. True, the Garrison act was defeated by a decisive majority, but similar measures are liable to bob up in the period just ahead and agriculture should be prepared to combat any attempt easier to get into debt of the excuse that may California farmers, part, are industrious, erators. In normal would be successful far we cannot live in hope conditions. We must live—and operate, if profit—under abnormal That requirement not for a reduction of debtest charges on California! Also calls for a stand against new publiness, or new taxation. Debt, so far as the farcerned, is just as ba linquent mortgage at the day's debt are tomorrow And agriculture, if it and achieve a reasonable solidarity, must fight just as vigorously as LaS GIE From You'll kn few of the mas select Give a by RALPH H. TAYLOR Executive Secretary Agricultural Council of California California's farm mortgage debt has been decreased nearly 14 per cent during the last five years and stands at approximately $407,000. Authority for that statement is R. Benedict, economic advisor to the California famr debt adjustment commission. But there are unhappy sides to the picture, too. The debt reducnion (on farms) in California has been somewhat lower than that in the nation at large. And although farmer bankruptcies have grown a marked decline in the United States during the past year, California bankruptcies have increased. California, according to Dr. Bendict, has a more difficult problem adjustment than many other states in the nation. "And, in addition," he comments, "we may not love the same general national interest in these problems that we had during recent years. There are increasing indications that dependence (in meeting the debt problem) will have to be faced largely on state activity and less on federal participation." Pointing the problem, Dr. Benedict makes the following general comment: "As citizens of the United States and as farmers, we are interested not only in the situation immediately ahead, but also in that which is likely to be with us five and ten years hence. We should, I think, be bearish on the upbuilding of debts. "Agriculture, as well as other industries, has been carrying too large an obligation and paying out too much of its income in form of interest. There is serious danger that in the present situation, we are again building a very dangerous debt structure in a somewhat different form. "Farm obligations as a whole are being worked down and the larger use of amortization procedures should enable us gradually to get onto a sounder foundation. Unfortunately, however, public debts at the same time have been increased much more than farm obligations have been cut down. It would seem wholesome that we move more slowly, initiating new ventures more gradually if neces-" ELECTRICAL GIFTS say "Merry Christmas" a long time I'll NEVER GET ENOUGH ELECTRICAL GIFTS, EITHER I'll never get enough electrical gifts, either Every woman wants an Automeal Roaster, 24.95 with table, broiler kit, $4.95 extra. Does she need a new modern electric iron? $2.95 to $8.95 Give the folks an electric heating pad. Shown, $6.95. Others, $3.95 up. She would love this castmaster Toast and mset, $17.95 An electric mixer has a hundred uses. Shown, $24.50 A waffle iron is always welcome. With the drip-cut Servers, $7.95. Waffle irons only, $4.95 up. At Your Dealer or Your Edison Office PRACTICAL AND SENTIMENTAL TOO $1.65 to INTERWOOD HOSIER Silk and wool are All new pat 35c; 3 prs. 50c; 2 prs. 75c to $1.00 CHEN Pure silk, hand h STE Stetson Special ... See the new HAN Pure Irish linen French linen teed fast color ever shown. 25 Yung 145 West Center Street, Anaheim combat any attempt to make it easier to get into debt, regardless of the excuse that may be offered. California farmers, for the most part, are industrious, efficient operators. In normal times, they would be successful farmers. But we cannot live in hope of normal conditions. We must prepare to live—and operate, if possible, at a profit—under abnormal conditions. That requirement not only calls for a reduction of debts and interest charges on California farms. It also calls for a determined stand against new public indebtedness, or new taxation. For public debt, so far as the farmer is concerned, is just as bad as a delinquent mortgage at the bank. Today's debt are tomorrow's taxes. And agriculture, if it is to survive and achieve a reasonable degree of solidarity, must fight public debt just as vigorously as it fights to Costly Horse will be Seen in Parade Pasadena visitors on New Year's day will see the most costly horse that has ever been exhibited in a Tournament of Roses parade. The horse, Ras-El-Ayn is a pure bred Arabian stallion whose ancestry dates back to the time of Christopher Columbus. Honor of riding this beautiful steed goes to Al Shureen, who for the 11th consecutive year will herald the approach of the five miles long floral parade. Difficult steering in an automobile may be caused by shock absorbers which are not properly equalized. pay off private debts which stand against the farm. Railroad Overhead Repairs Authorized Contract for the repair of an overhead railroad crossing at Galivan was awarded Friday to Franzini and Federnburg of San Raphael. The overhead, which is located between Irvine and Capistrano, will cost $12,415 to repair. Work on the job consists of removing portions of the existing structure and constructing several redwood timber spans. The crossing is near the "moving hill," a huge slide that has given high-way engineers a problem for the last three years. The first silk mill in the U.S. was erected in 1810 at Mansfield Conn., by Rodney and Horatic Hanks. LaSt Minnite GIFT SUGGESTIONS From Yungbluth's, His Store You'll know that he is pleased: Listed here are only a few of the many gifts that we have in our greatest Christmas selection. Give a Gift Order for Him From Yungbluth's, His Store You'll know that he is pleased: Listed here are only a few of the many gifts that we have in our greatest Christmas selection. Give a Gift Order for Him to select a HART SCHAFFNER & MARX SUIT or TOPCOAT HOUSE SLIPPERS By EVANS Operas, Everetts in kid leathers. A practical and desirable gift. 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Packed 3 in a lovely gift box. 50c - 75c - $1.00 CHENEY SILK TIES Pure silk, hand made. The greatest values we've ever had. A wonderful selection. $1.00 to $3.50 STETSON HATS Stetson Special ... $5.00 Stetson Standard ... $7.50 The Kensington $3.85 See the new soft shades. All made by Stetson. HANDKERCHIEFS Pure Irish linen. Hand rolled hem. Plain white, pure French linen. Fancy deep tone patterns. All guaranteed fast color. These are the most beautiful we've ever shown. 25¢ - 35¢ - 50¢ SHOP EARLY ungbluth's t, Anaheim Phone 4130