anaheim-gazette 1939-05-04

THE GAZETTE IS EQUIPPED AND MANNED TO PRODUCE Fine Job Printing 259 East Center Street LXIX. Kiwanians Meet Here Tuesday to Greet President More Than 300 Members of Service Club to Hear International Head Anaheim Kiwanis club will be host to clubs of Division IV and other southland Kiwanis clubs next Tuesday noon with H. G. Hatfield, president of Kiwanis International, as the honored guest. The luncheon meeting will be held at the Anaheim Elks clubhouse. Clubs in Division IV are Anaheim, Buena Park, Fullerton, La Habra, Santa Ana and Whittier. Plans for the event were made at a recent meeting of the six presidents and Lt. Gov. C. Jack Zinn of La Habra. Anaheim was selected as the host city not only on account of its central location, but also because of its ample accommodations. From 300 to 400 Kiwanians are expected to attend. Hatfield plans only three official visitations in California. The second will be in Los Angeles and the third in San Francisco. Plans for the meeting, including invitations to 10 or 12 clubs outside this division to send representatives in the hands of To Speak Here H. G. Hatfield Commissioner for Scouts is Chosen District Members at Large Also Selected During Meeting Tuesday City’s Industries Provide Program For Businessmen Three Speakers are Heard at Merchants Association Meeting Today A brief review of three of the leading industries of Anaheim was presented to members of the Anaheim Merchants association at the Marigold cafe this morning. Speakers introduced by L. H. Loudon, program chairman, were Building Inspector Rudolph Nyboe, Herbert T. Leo and Harry W Pierce. Nyboe outlined briefly the progress of new home construction in Anaheim since the first of the year. He disclosed that 23 new dwellings have been built or are under the process of construction at the present time. The average cost of the new residence is approximately $4000, Nyboe said and an average of 12 men is employed on each of the jobs. Progress Sketched Leo, president of Mutual Citrus Products corporation, sketched the progress made by his concern since its establishment in 1928 Mutual Citrus Products opened... 18th Anniversary Marked by Rotary Anaheim Rotary club celebrated its 18th birthday anniversary Monday noon at the Elks clubhouse, with the program being presented by the Fullerton Rotary club, President-elect Charles Ruby of the Fullerton club presided. Among the special guest were Reeve Vanneman of Albany, N.Y., third vice president of Rotary International; Fred Mack of San Bernardino, district governor; Marvin Park of Beverly Hills, governor of District 107; Mac Robbins of Santa Ana, "father" of the Anaheim club; and Harry D. Riley of Anaheim, "father" of the Fullerton club. Each spoke briefly. The musical program was arranged by Hi Smith of Fullerton and featured a group of vocal solos by Davidson Stivers, band director at Fullerton union high school, accompanied by Gordon McClure. A framed oil painting of Paul P. Harris founder of Rotary, and a large wall clock were presented to the Anaheim club by president Otto Idso in behalf of the Fullerton group. A framed letter of congratulations from Harris was also presented by Governor Mack. Memorial Services Planned by Legion Members of Anaheim post, American Legion, will attend special Memorial Sunday services at the Zion Lutheran, it was decided at the meeting of the post Monday evening. H. G. Hatfield Commissioner for Scouts is Chosen District Members at Large Also Selected During Meeting Tuesday Selection of a new district commissioner, 13 members of the district at large and two committees was accomplished at the regular monthly meeting of District IV, Boy Scouts of America, Tuesday evening at the city hall. The district also accepted with regrets the resignation of David Proud as chairman of the district. His successor was not named. E. C. Westenkuehler was elected district commissioner. New members at large of the district are Dr. Niels Boege, Dr. John A. Larson, Everett M. Cone, Tex Middleton, E. E. Ganahl, Grant Rude, Ralph L. Cox, D. H. Deane, Dr. E. H. Kersten, Ralph A. Gates, Fred Fredrickson, C. L. Larson and John D. Ardaiz. Dr. Boege was named to head the committee on health and safety. Other committeeen are Dr. E. F. Cain, Dr. Larson, Dr. Kersen and Rude. Middleton was appointed chairman of the committee an advancement and he will be assisted by Carlton Starr, Kenneth Peck and Jess Thatcher. Other committees were discussed, but the selection of their memberships was deferred until the next meeting. A report on the housing situation was made by Rude, who said there is a possibility of renting the badminton court opposite the high school. Rude was appointed by Acting Chairman B. F. Mattox to head a committee with power to act to investigate the possibility of this court as well as to negotiate with the high school in connecting with a building on the campus. Others on the committee are Middleton, Garlton Barthelmes, John McKim and Merle J. Krulish. A report on the summer camp was made by Harrison E. White county scout executive. Following White's report the district instructed Rev. Father James Nevin to take motion pictures of the camp to be used for promotional purposes. Trial of Menton Leo, president of Mutual Citrus Products corporation, sketched the progress made by his concern since its establishment in 1928. Mutual Citrus Products opened with six employees, including the officials, and now has slightly more than 175 persons on its payroll. The plant operates 24 hours each day, every day in the year and its payroll last month was in excess of $20,000. Leo said. Because the corporation's sales are 99 per cent outside of Anaheim, Mutual Citrus Products constantly bringing a large quantity of new money into this city the speaker pointed out. Product of the concern are sold throughout the United States and in many foreign countries. Mutual Citrus Products have been built with the express purpose of paying citrus growers a profit for the fruit they produce. Leo said in conclusion. Deals in Juices Cal-Juices, Inc., is a similar institution to the Mutual Citrus Products, yet it is different, declared Pierce, manager of Cal Juices, during his talk. Pierce pointed out that his concern dealt primarily in citrus juices and juice concentrates. The industry, which was established less than a year ago, had made splendid progress, the speaker said, and the entire production of valencia juice has already been sold. Cal-Juices, Inc., is a definite aid to the orange growers because it adds to the grower's income from his citrus crop. Pierce declared The industry will mean the difference between profit and loss to the grower, he said. Officials of the other industries in Anaheim were unable to be present at the meeting, Loudo said. Five New Homes Started in April While construction of new homes in Anaheim continues at rapid pace, the total valuation Memorial Services Planned by Legion Members of Anaheim post, American Legion, will attend special Memorial Sunday services at the Zion Lutheran, it was decided at the meeting of the post Monday evening. Legionnaires also planned commemoration of Memorial Day with services at Anaheim cemetery and a special flag dedication program to be held soon at the Fox theater. E. C. Evans and Ray E. Smith were named chairmen of the two committees, respectively. "Pilgrim's Progress" Will be Dramatized Dr. W. H. Head, noted impersonator and dramatic interpreter, will present "Pilgrim's Progress" at the 7 o'clock service Sunday evening at the White Temple Methodist church. He is the only person on the platform dramatically reading John Buhyan's great classic. Special music will be offered by the Temple Singers during the service. School Law Evasion Charged to Woman Pauline Townsend is scheduled to appear before Justice of the Peace Charles Kuchel tomorrow morning to enter a plea to a charge of failing to send her child to public school. She was arrested not guilty when arraigned beed a continuance when arraigned Monday. She is at liberty under his own recognizance. Trial of Menton Nears Conclusion With defense testimony concluded yesterday afternoon and prosecution rebuttals and arguments scheduled for this morning, the jury hearing the evidence in the trial of William F. Menton, former district attorney, is expected to start its deliberation late today. Defense counsels yesterday called several witnesses to testify regarding the characters of George Blaisdell of Costa Mesa and his wife, principal witnesses for the prosecution. This testimony came after Menton himself had denied from the witness stand all of the seven counts brought against him in a grand jury indictment. Hearing is Set on Burglary Charges Charged with burglaring the residence of Victor Meyer at Katella and Brookhurst roads on April 14, last, Manuel Murrillo and Domingo Escalanta will face preliminary examination before Justice of the Peace Charles Kuchel next Tuesday at 10 o'clock. The two men were arraigned before Justice Kuchel last Monday. They are being held in county jail in lieu of $1000 bail each. Five New Homes Started in April While construction of new homes in Anaheim continues at rapid pace, the total valuation of permits issued during the first four months of the year is considerably less than for the same period of 1938, it was disclosed this week by Building Inspector R. Nyboe. Permits for construction of five new dwellings were granted last month, accounting for most of the total valuation of $21,103.50. There was a total of 14 permits issued During April of 1938, 16 permits were granted having a valuation of $48,370. Total valuation as of May 1939, was $105,433.50, considerably less than half of last year total of $270,672.50 on the same date. Carnegie Medal is Given Newport Marsh James B. Hudson, who last year saved Robert G. Riddle, 11, from drowning, was Saturday awarded a bronze Carnegie hero medal Hudson, 40 years of age, is a resident of Newport Beach. The rescue occurred last June 28 in the ocean off Newport Beach. The boy lost his footing and was carried far into the ocean by the tide. Hudson, who had never swum more than 100 feet before managed to reach the youth and bring him to shore. As the result of his exertion, Hudson was disabled for eight months. ANAHEIM GAZETE ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA, THURSDAY, MAY 4, 1939 Industries Provide Program for Businessmen Speakers are Heard at Chants Association Meeting Today Review of three of the industries of Anaheim was led to members of the Ana-merchants association at a gold cafe this morning. Introduced by L. H. program chairman, were Inspector Rudolph Nybert T. Leo and Harry W. Outlined briefly the pro- new home construction firm since the first of the disclosed that 23 new have been built or are the process of construction present time. The average the new residence is ap- pelly $4000, Nyboe said, average of 12 men is em- en on each of the jobs. Progress Sketched President of Mutual Citrus corporation, sketched the made by his concern establishment in 1928. Citrus Products opened SCORES ATTEND OPEN HOUSE AT ANAHEIM'S NEW JUSTICE COURT Bouquets of flowers throughout the three rooms provided a back- ground of color and fragrance for the informal "open house" yesterday afternoon at the new justice courtroom in the Masonic temple. Scores of friends of Justice of the Peace Charles Kuchel and Constable E. D Marion called during the afternoon to pay their respects and congratulate them on their new offices. Visiting jurists were Halsey I. Spence, justice of the peace and city judge at Fullerton, Justice Cal LesterLester of Orange, and Frank Tausch; Anaheim city judge. Among the county officials who were present were Supervisor Harry D. Riley of Anaheim, Eugene Fenelon, county purchasing agent, and his assistant, Miss Glad Bowers, Sheriff Jess Elliott and Chief Civil Deputy Sheriff Bob Sandon. The California highway patrol was officially represented by Horace Inge and E. R. Deering represented the Masonic Temple association, owners of the building. During a brief program during the afternoon Judge Spence and Judge Tausch shared honors as presiding officer. Judge Spence conducted a mock trial and Judge Tausch introduced Judge Kuchel, Constable Marion and Supervisor Riley, Judge Kuchel and Marion expressed their appreciation and thanks for the floral gifts and the friendliness of those who visited Chamber to Aid Scouts' Project Committee Appointed to Help Find Headquarters for Anaheim Troops Anaheim chamber of commerce will take an active part in the efforts of Boy Scout officials of the city to secure suitable meeting facilities for all scout troops of Anaheim. This action was decided upon during a meeting of the directors yesterday noon at the Pickwick cafe. A committee headed by Charles A. Pearson and including Victor G. Loly and Carroll D. Cone was appointed by President Harry C. Arthur, sr., to work with Chairman David Proud of the Anaheim Boy Scout committee and Merle L. Kruich scout executive for the Lutheran Groups of Southland to Meet in Anaheim Annual Talent Quest Slal During Conclave Here Next Sunday The annual "talent quest" Lutheran churches in the se Southern California counties be conducted here Sunday a convention to be held in Anah union high school auditorium Between 300 and 400 Luther church members are expected attend. Senior and junior Walt Leagues of the Zion Lu eran church will act as hosts the group, which will include representatives from Luther churches in Los Angeles, Oran San Bernardino, San Diego, Riv side, Santa Barbara and Vent counties, according to Rev. H. Schmelzer, pastor of Zion Lu eran church. Groups to Compete Individual programs will be presented by delegate groups ding a contest which will be h in the high school auditorium starting at 2:30 o'clock. Include in these programs will be drai tie sketches, plays, musical ad readings and solos it was New Homes Started in April construction of new Anaheim continues at face, the total valuation represented the Masonic Temple association, owners of the building. During a brief program during the afternoon Judge Spence and Judge Tausch shared honors as presiding officer. Judge Spence conducted a mock trial and Judge Tausch introduced Judge Kuchel, Constable Marion and Supervisor Riley, Judge Kuchel and Marion expressed their appreciation and thanks for the floral gifts and the friendliness of those who visited the new courtroom. All visitors were served with orange juice furnished by Cal Juices, Inc., of Anaheim. Bouquets were presented by William P. Webb, Kaufman and Anderson, Mr. and Mrs. O. R. Owen, McFadden and Coomber, Thomas H. Kuchel, Birdie Swanwicker, Al Raymond, Roger Dutton, Friis and Schutz, Walter Rommel, Anaheim Chamber of Commerce, Frank Tausch, Harry Macres, Oscar Brower, Mary Millerick shop, Miss Doris Desch, clerk to Justice Kuchel, Robert Speed and the Peace Officers Association of Orange county. Santa Anan Dies Following Mishap Death of John Richard Bragg Jr., 28, of Santa Ana late last Friday brought to 15 the total of persons killed in highway accidents in Orange county since the first of the year. Bragg died at St. Joseph hospital from injuries received in an accident near the intersection Chapman avenue and Santa Ana boulevard. Investigating officers reported that Bragg was riding in a car driven by Mrs. Agnes Blassman, 37, of Santa Ana when she lost control of the vehicle and crashed into a power line pole. Mrs. Blassman was not hurt. Anorance Competes in Annual Contest Anaheim union high school's student publication, "Anoranco," is among the 11 Orange county high school newspapers competing in the annual journalism contest sponsored by Santa Ana junior college's "El Den." Competing issues are now in the hands of the judges. Prizes will be awarded next Wednesday evening when the an- New Homes Started in April construction of new Anaheim continues at a pace, the total valuation of issued during the first months of the year is consumed less than for the same of 1938, it was disclosed by Building Inspector. for construction of five cellings were granted last accounting for most of the situation of $21,103.50. There total of 14 permits issued. April of 1938, 16 permits granted having a valuation of $270,672.50 on the same evaluation as of May 1, was $105,433.50, considerers than half of last year's $270,672.50 on the same Ownership of Still Denied by DeConick Joe DeConick of Anaheim pleaded not guilty who narraigned before Justice of the Peace Charles Kuchel Tuesday on a charge of possessing an unregistered and unlicensed still. A jury trial is scheduled in Anaheim justice court on June 12. DeConick was arrested last week by sheriff's officers and agents of the state board of equalization. He is at liberty under bail of $500 pending trial. County’s Hospital Plans Open House Orange County hospital will hold open house as its observation of National Hospital day on Friday, May 12, it was announced today. Any group which wished to visit an inspect the institution is welcome to do so, hospital officials said. Bookies Warned to Stop Activity Bookmaking on horse races and card games of chance must cease or law violators will be prosecuted. This was the warning given personally to business establishments in Anaheim yesterday by Police Chief James S. Bouldin. "Anaheim is in harmony with other cities of the county that are endeavoring to wipe out such gambling," Chief Bouldin said today. Fullerton police have already arrested two alleged bookmakers and sheriff's officers received the promises of two others in La Habra that they would cease to operate. Hearing is Planned For Theft Suspect Charles McDonald, charged with grand theft of a truck owned by Harry E. Hawkins and with petty theft of other property, is scheduled to appear, before Justice of the Peace Charles Kuchel for preliminary examination on May 9. McDonald has indicated he will plead guilty and seek probation. The club members voted again suggested changes in the constitution of the international organization. The speaking program for the evening was cancelled cause most of the members unable to attend the meeting. Anaheim Youth Is Involved in Crowd Arnold V. Reyes, 20 of Rouge Box 188-A, Anaheim, was driver of one of the two auto biles involved in an accident in New Westminster early Morning that resulted in serious injuries to two Long Beach sisters according to state highway patrol reports. The girls, Grace and Carla Santa Cruze, 20 and 22, were en to Santa Ana Valley host for treatment. The former sued head injuries and cuts bruises, while the latter suffered a broken jaw and laceration. The second car was reported driven by Robert Louis Heinlein, 21, of Santa Ana. THE GAZETTE IS THE OLDEST NEWSPAPER IN ORANGE COUNTY Now in Its 69th Year Phone Anaheim 2414 NUMBER 28 Heran Groups Southland to Meet in Anaheim Annual Talent Quest Slated during Conclave Here Next Sunday Annual "talent quest" of heran churches in the seven eastern California counties will conducted here Sunday at a convention to be held in Anaheim high school auditorium, then 300 and 400 Lutheran members are expected to attend and junior Walther sites of the Zion Luth-church will act as hosts to group, which will include representatives from Lutheran sites in Los Angeles, Orange, Bernardino, San Diego, River-Santa Barbara and Ventura sites, according to Rev. H. G. Belzer, pastor of Zion Luth-church. Groups to Compete Individual programs will be rated by delegate groups during contest which will be held the high school auditorium at 2:30 o'clock. Included are programs will be drama-etches, plays, musical acts, plays and solos it was said Public Schools Week Program is Given Friday Approximately 500 persons attended the closing event of the annual Public Schools Week, held last Friday evening at the high school auditorium. Students from the high school and elementary schools took part in the program which was arranged by the Anaheim Masonic lodge. John Kennedy of the Anaheim union high school faculty, and principal speaker of the evening, stressed the importance of the school in teaching the meaning of democracy. Democracy, he said, is self-discipline, and too few understand its implications. This nation was founded upon a belief in democracy, Kennedy said, and public schools were started to train children for citizenship. "If we believe in democracy now," he said, "we believe that every citizen has rights equal to those of any other citizen." Grand Jury Ends Longest Meeting Concluding Report Presented to Judge George Scovel Friday Afternoon Water Rates to Citrus Growers Sharply Reduced Directors of Anaheim Union Water Company Adopt New Schedule Citrus growers and farmers who hold stock in the Anaheim Union Water company were handed a savings of from $4 to $6 per acre in their water bills during the coming year as the result of action taken by the company's board of directors Monday. The new water rates adopted Monday went into effect that day. The new schedule of water prices amounts practically to a one-third reduction, according to Secretary Leo J. Sheridan. A fixed rate of $1.20 per hour per 100 inches was established, replacing the former varying scale. Previously, the rate varied from 80 cents in January and February to $1.80 in June, July, August and September, with intervening rates of $1, $1.20, $1.40 and $1.60. Adopted for Year Approximately two-thirds of all the water sold by the Anaheim Union Water company is sold during the four summer months when the rate has been the highest. Grand Jury Ends Longest Meeting Concluding Report Presented to Judge George Scovel Friday Afternoon Discharge of the 1938 Orange county grand jury by Presiding Superior Judge George K. Scovel late last Friday afternoon brought to a close the longest session of an Orange county grand jury in history. The inquisitorial board was called last September 12 and completed its work only last Friday, with the filing of a final brief report which was signed by Foreman William Schumacher of Buena Park and Secretary A. R. Benson of Orange. The report presented to the superior court Friday afternoon dealt largely with the "Fools Rush In" pamphlet case. It also touched by inference upon the jury's investigation of the Buena Park Sanitary district, its concluding activity. The court was informed that the jury had conducted further investigations into the pamphlet case after filing its official report and had decided that the booklet was ordered and paid for by Michael Francik of Anaheim. A warrant of arrest has been issued charging Francik with libel, and of conspiracy to commit libel. It was pointed out that the grand jury did not vote an indictment because "a complaint was issued against the said Michael Francik and in order to save the expense of preparing a transcript of testimony for an indictment." The grand jury also handed over at District Attorney George F. Holden its findings in the Buena Park Sanitary district investigations with the suggestion that the matter, together with others, might be taken before the new grand jury. The investigation dealt with cancellations of taxes and resale of tax-delinquent properties in the district. Women Arrange Booster Meeting Ed rate of $1.20 per hour per 100 inches was established, replacing the former varying scale. Previously, the rate varied from 80 cents in January and February to $1.80 in June, July, August and September, with intervening rates of $1, $1.20, $1.40 and $1.60. Adopted for Year Approximately two-thirds of all the water sold by the Anaheim Union Water company is sold during the four summer months when the rate has been the highest. Sheridan pointed out. The new schedule was adopted for one year. Small returns for citrus crops in recent years led to the water company's efforts in behalf of its stockholders, Sheridan said. The directors determined that the company could meet its operating expenses for one year on the income derived under the new rates and that the savings to the citrus growers would be of great benefit to them. Carroll Cone New Lions President Anaheim Lions club members last Friday elected Carroll D. Cone as their president during the coming year. Cone succeeds Postmaster Louis H. Hoskins. Vic LaMont was elected secretary and the new board of directors includes Robert Rossberg, Wayne Griggs, Maxwell Christensen, Joe Scholz and Francis Elliott. Speaker on the program was A. H. Kirchmann, manager of the Northern Orange County Citrus Exchange, who reported on his recent trip to the citrus markets of the east, middle west and south. Improved conditions throughout the east should result in somewhat better returns to the grower than in the past few seasons, the exchange manager said. Minister Concludes First Year in City Members and friends of the First Presbyterian church will observe the first anniversary of their pastor, Rey Stanley Frederick George, next Sunday. One year ago Rev. George was formally installed as pastor, and during the year 242 new members have been received into the church. During the evening service at 7 Women Arrange Booster Meeting Miss Dorothy Decker of Santa Ana, district president of Business and Professional Women's clubs, will be the speaker at the regular monthly luncheon meeting of the Anaheim chamber of commerce next Wednesday noon at the Elks clubhouse. The entire program of the day was arranged by a committee composed of Miss Irene Case, Mrs. G. Ted Masterson and Miss Sophie Rimpau. Miss Decker will speak on the part that women play in the business and political life of a community. Her talk is expected to be of interest to both men and women. An added feature of the program will be a group of accordion solos to be presented by Joan Clary, Anaheim union high school student. Complaint Against Local Man Dropped A charge of driving an automobile after his operator's license had been revoked was dismissed when William Gutosky of Anaheim appeared before Justice of the Peace Charles Kuchel Tuesday for preliminary examination. The charge was withdrawn upon motion of the district attorney's office. Minister Concludes First Year in City Members and friends of the First Presbyterian church will observe the first anniversary of their pastor, Rey. Stanley Frederick George, next Sunday. One year ago Rev. George was formally installed as pastor, and during the year 242 new members have been received into the church. During the evening service at 7 o'clock, seven doctors, all members of the church, will answer questions about medicine, dentistry and religion. Each will also lead one of the Christian Endeavor study groups. Those who will take part are Drs. J. G. Hilleary, Charles Irvin, H. A. Johnston, J. S. Scott, Raymond Temple, C. P. Tompkins and J. A. Wood. Anaheim Postoffice Receipts Show Drop Receipts at the Anaheim postoffice for April as well as for the first four months of the year are behind those for similar periods last year, according to Postmaster Louis H. Hoskins. April's receipts totaled $4458.29, as compared with a total of $4534.39 for the same month last year. For the first four months of 1939 the receipts amounted to $17,625.66, while during the first third of last year the total was $17,694.17. RADIO STOLEN Theft of a portable radio from his automobile while it was parked in the 100 block on South Los Angeles street early Tuesday morning was reported to Anaheim police by Carl C. Meyer of Santa Ana.