anaheim-gazette 1939-08-03

World News Paragraphs JAPAN HOPES FOR NEW U. S. TREATY TOKYO—Regret of the Japanese government over the denunciation by the United States of the Japanese-American commercial treaty of 1911 was expressed in Tokyo late last week by Tatsua Kawai, foreign office official spokesman. He said his government hopes for a new treaty and will not demand that the United States recognize the "new order in East Asia" as a factor of the agreement. ILLINES FATAL FOR DR. WILLIAM MAYO ROCHESTER, Minn.—Death of Dr. William Mayo, 78, last Friday at Rochester brought to a close the career of one of the nation's outstanding surgeons. He and his late brother, Dr. Charles Mayo, developed the famed Mayo Clinic at Rochester. Dr. Charles Mayo died May 26 at Chicago. LABOR WAR BREAKS OUT IN CLEVELAND CLEVELAND, Ohio — Two clashes between 2000 strike sympathizers and police and firemen marked the strike in Cleveland Monday at the Fisher Body company plant. Scores were injured in the two frays. The battles were the first signs of violence in the three-weeks old dispute between Tool and Die Workers' Union and the Fisher management. MAIL ROBBERY ATTEMPT FAILS CHAMPAIGN, Ill.—One alleged MAIL ROBBERY ATTEMPT FAILS CHAMPAIGN, Ill.—One alleged bandit was captured, another wounded and a railway mail clerk injured during an abortive attempt to rob a moving train of a $56,613 payroll of Chanute field, U. S. army air base, near Champaign Monday. HOUSE DEFEATS LENDING PROGRAM WASHINGTON—The house of representatives Tuesday refused to consider President Franklin D. Roosevelt's measure carrying loan authorizations amounting to $1,-850,000,000 and thereby defeated the bill. The vote to refuse adoption of a rule to make the bill in order was 193 to 166 with an almost solid republican bloc being aided by conservative democrats. LIQUOR BAN STARTS RIOT BOMBAY, India—Inauguration Tuesday of prohibition in Bombay and the surrounding territory brought about a riot between Moslems, who protested the extra taxation caused by loss of revenue from spirits, and Hindus, who demonstrated in favor of prohibition. To Mahatma Gandhi was given credit for the adoption of prohibition, which affects only certain persons. GAMBLING SHIP CONTINUES FIGHT SANTA MONICA — Although the other three gambling ships, one anchored off Santa Monica and the other two off Long Beach, have capitulated to the demands of Attorney General Earl Warren that they surrender and cease operations, the Rex, off Santa Monica, continues to refuse. Action against the four gambling casinos started last Friday when Attorney General Warren served notices to cease and desist to the ship operators. HATCH BILL BECOMES LAW WASHINGTON — President Budget Fight Reviewed Governor Culbert Olson first presented a budget calling for $557,000,000, Kuchel said. That amount was about $32,000,000 more than the expected revenue from the tax laws then in effect. The result was a long, strenuous fight which brought about a sharp reduction in the amount sought by the governor, amounting to about $12,000,000. In spite of the reductions made in the governor's budget, not one single division or department of state's government was reduced below the figure in the 1937 budget, Kuchel pointe dout. Relief Discussed The speaker outlined the method in which relief funds have been used and reported that the policy of turning the entire amount over to the head of the department to spend had been questioned. During an investigation conducted by the legislature it was learned that believers of a certain religious faith had been denied positions in the administration of relief, he said. After long controversy and study, the original request for $73,000,000 for relief purposes was cut down to $35,000,000, which will be depleted by the first of the new year. Whether any changes in the law will be made will be determined after the appropriation has been spent, the assemblyman said. Plan Is Outlined Jack Chesebrough of Redlands presented an outline of what he termed a "Buy in Anaheim week" which he desired to put on here during the week of August 21 to 26. The matter will be turned over to the board of directors of the association. L. H. Loudon spoke briefly, urging that Anaheim merchants and residents take a more optimistic attitude toward business conditions in Anaheim. He reported that business in this city during June was only four per cent below that of last June. Past President L. C. Herron presided over the meeting in the absence of President J., W. Price who is vacationing. Building Permits Still on Decline Preparations have been continued for the dedication of day afternoon. Final details out this week by President Lou Chamber of Commerce, Secret board of directors. A full afternoon of activity has been planned, starting at 1:30 o'clock and concluding at approximately 5 o'clock. Activity will take place at the flag pole near the center of the park, in the new baseball stadium and at the casting pool which is located on the Los Angeles street side of the recreational area. Band Concert A band concert at the flag pole starting at 1:30 o'clock will open the dedication ceremony. Promptly at 2 o'clock, the Anaheim post of Veterans of Foreign Wars will present an American Flag to the city, which will be hoisted upon a flag-pole which will be donated to the city by the Spanish War Veterans of Anaheim. Both presentations will be officially accepted by a city official. At the close of this portion of the program, the gathering will move into the stadium, where Rev. U. S. Schauer, pastor of the Salem Evangelical church, will open the program by asking the invocation. H. E. W. Barnes, as master of ceremonies, will present Councilman Leo J. Sheridan, who in turn will introduce Herbert C. Legg. Anaheim Participate Testing Pacific Anaheim and Orange county joined this week with various agencies along the entire Pacific coast in a test of United States coast defenses against attack from the air. Police officers, firemen, hospitals, American Legion emergency leaders, Red Cross and other agencies were included in the combined test of civilian groups with army units under conditions... HATCH BILL BECOMES LAW WASHINGTON — President Franklin D. Roosevelt yesterday signed the Hatch bill which bars federal employees from political campaigns. One result was the disagreement between legislators as to whether the bill would prove a bar to a third-term candidacy by the president. BRIDGES DENIES BEING COMMUNIST SAN FRANCISCO — Harry Bridges, Australian-born labor leader, yesterday testified that he is not a member of the communist party. His statement came during the hearing now being conducted in San Francisco to determine whether Bridges should be deported as an undesirable alien. FOREST FIRES SWEEP LARGE AREA SACRAMENTO—Chief Forestry Dispatcher S. L. Lamerton reported here today that if present forest fires which are sweeping over 10 counties are not brought under control that August will see a new record established for acreage destroyed by flames. During July, losses were heaviest since records have been kept in the state, he said, more than 250,000 acres being burned over. Fires are raging in Tuolomne, Calaveras, Lasan, Shasta, Santa Clara, Monterey, Riverside, Amador, San Luis Obispo and Stanislaus counties. Building Permits Still on Decline Twelve building permits, having a total valuation of $14,121, were issued during the month of July by Building Inspector R. Nyboe. Only one of the permits was for a new residence, he reported. July's permit valuation brought to $164,896.50 the total for the first seven months of the year. This figure is considerably lower than the total of $687,883.50 on August 1 of last year. Permits issued during July, 1938, had a valuation of $82,354.50. Nyboe reported. The final two permits issued last month were to Signal Oil company for construction of an all-steel service station at 301 N. Los Angeles street at a cost of $3000, and to E. A. Collins, 604 N. Clementine street, for termite work costing $68. Local Men Unhurt When Cars Collide George Stromberg, 29, of 1101 N. Palm street, and Mathew J. Benochea, 37, of 207 S. Palm street, both escaped injury early Sunday morning when automobiles they were driving collided. The accident occurred on Lincoln avenue between Rennie street and Hansen road. Annaheim and Orange county joined this week with various agencies along the entire Pacific coast in a test of United States coast defenses against attack from the air. Police officers, firemen, hospitals, American Legion emergency leaders, Red Cross and other agencies were included in the combined test of civilian groups with army units under conditions which simulated an aerial attack on March Field. While no actual emergency calls to the public were sounded, all of the procedure involved for such a call should the need arise, had been set up and were contacted. Anna M. Dietrich Called by Death Mrs. Anna M. Dietrich, 63 formerly Miss Anna Baum, died Monday at St. Joseph hospital She had been seriously ill for only a few days, but had been in poor health for many years. Mrs. Dietrich has been a resident of Anaheim for nearly 50 years and leaves besides her husband, Thomas Dietrich, one daughter, Mrs. Fred Burrell, and three grandchildren of Colton; one sister, Mrs. R. O. Quarton, and five brothers, Frank Baum, August Baum, and Joseph Baum of Anaheim, Otto Baum of San Diego and John Baum of St. Louis. More funeral services were conducted yesterday morning from St. Bonn face church with the recitation of the holy rosary taking place Tuesday evening at Backs Terry & Campbell chapel. Burial was in Holy Sepulchre cemetery. AHEIM GAZETTE ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA, THURSDAY, AUGUST 3, 1939 Model Boat Regatta Planned Old Structure on Lemon Street is Being Torn Down Workers Demolish Original Grimshaw Planing Mill Erected in 1899 One of Anaheim's oldest business structures is being torn down this week, marking the close of the final chapter in the history of what was originally the Grimshaw planing mill. The old structure stood at the northeast corner of Lemon and Santa Ana streets, and until recently housed the Nagel-Gohres company, which ceased operations this spring. Of the two buildings used by the Nagel-Gohres company, only one is being demolished. It includes the original building built many years ago by the late T. S. Grimshaw and an addition which was constructed by Roscoe Young when he owned the business. One Building Remains The remaining two-story building, north of the alley and facing on Lemon street, will remain and has been leased by Ralph Seward and V. W. Richardson, who will operate the Model Cabinet Works there. Seward has been in business for a short time at 114 N. City Treasure Appropriation Fellow Officials and of Veteran Owner Bea Arrest of City Treasurer $6,000 in public funds for his fellow city officials as well as of Anaheim had the breath Anaheim’s Bonded Debt is $448,075 Per Capita Indebtedness Stats at About $34.46 on Basis of Present Population Whereas the city of Anaheim owed a bonded debt of $43.24 for each person in the city at the close of the fiscal year 1937-38, according to a study of the bonded debt of 280 California cities recent made public by the California Taxpayers' association, it now has a per capita bonded indebtedness of approximately $34.46. The reduction is due to additional population and a reduced bonded debt. Uses are Complete for Palma Park Dedication Operations have been completed and everything is in place for the dedication of the new La Palma park Saturday afternoon. Final details of the program were worked out by President Louis H. Hoskins of the Anaheim City of Commerce, Secretary John A. Morgan and the directors. Afternoon of activity has commenced, starting at 1:30 o'clock will open station ceremony. Prompt clock, the Anaheim post of Foreign Wars will American Flag to the beach will be hoisted upon which will be donated by the Spanish War of Anaheim. Both previews will be officially accepted by a city official. Close of this portion of program, the gathering will be the stadium, where Rev. Schauer, pastor of the evangelical church, will program by asking the officers, firemen, hosmanican Legion emergents, Red Cross and other were included in the test of civilian groups by units under conditions head of the Works Progress administration in Southern California. Legg will officially present La Palma park to the city of Anaheim and dedicate it to public use. The acceptance will be made by Mayor Charles H. Mann. Cornell to Speak Ralph D. Cornell, architect of both Anaheim city park and the recently completed La Palma park, will then be called upon for a few words, after which distinguished guests will be introduced. Among those invited are WPA officials of Los Angeles and Long Beach, Orange county mayor, chamber of commerce officials, pastors of Anaheim churches, representatives of Anaheim organizations, Assemblyman Thomas H. Kuchel, Supervisor Harry D. Riley and others. At the close of the program in the stadium, a model boat regatta will be held in the casting pool. Interest in this event is high and numerous entries have been received by the committee in charge. At the same time the regatta is being staged, a baseball game will be played in the stadium between Vic Ruedy's Anaheim team and the U. S. S. Indianapolis nine. Heim Participates in Program of Testing Pacific Coast Air Defenses Am and Orange county this week with various along the entire Pacific test of United States defenses against attack from officers, firemen, hosmanican Legion emergents, Red Cross and other were included in the test of civilian groups by units under conditions Chief of Police James S. Bouldin and the police station were the Anaheim center for all warnings which were sent over police teletype and broadcast to all stations over police radio. Hundreds of civilian observers stationed regularly at various points throughout southern California, assisted in the "spotting" of "enemy" planes from the north in the tactical maneuvers which were coastwise in scope. ing built many years ago by the late T. S. Grimshaw and an addition which was constructed by Roscoe Young when he owned the business. One Building Remains The remaining two-story building, north of the alley and facing on Lemon street, will remain and has been leased by Ralph Seward and V. W. Richardson, who will operate the Model Cabinet Works there. Seward has been in business for a short time at 114 N. Clementine street and Richardson was formerly connected with the Nagel-Gohres company. Grimshaw started his mill business in 1899 after having sold his lumber yard and mill in Fullerton to the Brown-Dauser company. He operated it alone for about 15 years, after which it became a stock company for the construction of folding crates. This business was not successful, and within a few years Grimshaw bought the establishment back. Health Falls Within a few years, Grimshaw's health failed and he sold the business to Roscoe Young in 1921, the latter operating it until 1926, during which he built a wing onto the original building and the two-story structure which was used for offices and storehouse. Young sold the business to a furniture company, which operated it for less than a year before selling to the Nagel-Gohres company, under whose control it remained until the business was discontinued this spring. The property on which the buildings were erected is owned by the Southern Pacific company. What plans they may have for the property has not been learned here. Seward and Richardson expect to move into the building they have leased about August 15. They will do cabinet work, custom furniture building and furniture repair, they said. Work of Seeing Eye Group Told Restoration of the confidence of the blind person and helping him to assume his place in the community are the principal work of The Seeing Eye organization, Anaheim Kiwanians and their wives were told Tuesday noon by Mrs. Mary Dranga Campbell, executive director of the division for the local population. Whereas the city of Anaheim owed a bonded debt of $43.24 for each person in the city at the close of the fiscal year 1937-38, according to a study of the bonded debt of 280 California cities recent made public by the California Taxpayers' association, it now has a per capita bonded indebtedness of approximately $34.46. The reduction is due to additional population and a reduced bonded debt. At the close of the fiscal year 1937-38, the total bonded indebtedness of the city was $475,600 and the per capita debt was based upon the population of the city shown in the census of 1930. Anheim, at that time, was ranked 47th from the highest among 247 cities owing bonded indebtedness in the state, the California Taxpayers' association survey revealed. Debt Reduced During the fiscal year 1938-39 which amounted to 14 months, tax reduced its bonded indebtedness to $448,075 according to Mr. Beatrice Miller, city auditor. Using the same population figure, the per capita indebtedness was reduced to $40.75. However, the estimated population of Anaheim today was 13,000, which would reduce the per capita debt to $34.46. Eight cities had bonded indebtedness of more than $100 per capita at the close of the fiscal year 1937-38, the association is ported. The cities included Vencn, Seal Beach, Los Angeles Newport Beach, Pasadena, Beaver Hills, Eureka and Stockton. 33 Without Debt On the other hand, the association pointed out, 33 cities had bonded indebtedness as at July 30, 1938. Placentia was included in that list. The bonded indebtedness included in the study, the Taxpayers' association pointed out, with only the indebtedness of one government—excluding both outstanding against school district special districts, the county government, and the state and federal governments. Local Rotarians Hear Astronomer Dinsmore Alter, superintendent of the Griffith Park observation in Los Angeles, was the guest speaker at Monday's meeting. Chief of Police James S. Bouldin and the police station were the Anaheim center for all warnings which were sent over police teletype and broadcast to all stations over police radio. Hundreds of civilian observers stationed regularly at various points throughout southern California, assisted in the "spotting" of "enemy" planes from the north in the tactical maneuvers which were coastwise in scope. One purpose of the test was to find out if present means of communication are sufficiently rapid in notifying emergency bodies in time of need. Several tests handled in Anaheim were reasonably successful, it was reported. Petty Theft Charge Sends Man to Jail Mike R. Caballero, 28, of Independencia colony, is in the Orange county jail serving a 50-day sentence after pleading guilty Monday before City Judge Frank Tausch to petty theft. He was jailed on complaint of Bert Kuebler of Anaheim. Kuebler charged that Caballero stole 70 feet of galvanized fence, a cement-mixing shovel and two wrenches from him. Value of the property was $15. Air Races Will be Held at Santa Ana The first annual Pacific Western Air Races, for small planes, will be held in Santa Ana on September 9 to 10, it was announced early this week. The meet has been approved by the Civil Aeronautics authorities and the National Aeronautics association. Work of Seeing Eye Group Told Restoration of the confidence of the blind person and helping him to assume his place in the community are the principal work of The Seeing Eye organization, Anaheim Kiwarians and their wives were told Tuesday noon by Mrs. Mary Dranga Campbell, executive secretary of the division for the blind. The speaker told of other phases of the organization's work, including that of training the person and the dog. At the close of her talk, Mrs. Campbell showed a series of pictures about the work, aided by Roy Mabee. Harry I. Horn, program chairman of the day, introduced Mrs. Campbell and also presented Dr. W. G. Calkins of Fullerton, and the seeing eye dog he acquired this spring. Glenn Fry played several marimba solos during the program. Entries Still Open for Regatta Event Entries may still be made in the model boat regatta which will be a feature of the dedication of La Palma park Saturday afternoon, according to John A. Morgan, secretary of the Anaheim Chamber of Commerce. Entries may be placed with E. E. Fearn at the Fearn Radio shop, 273 E. Center street. A silver cup will be awarded to the sweepstakes winner, with merchandise prizes going to place winners in the other events, the committee in charge of the event announced. Property is Stolen from Parked Auto Looting of two parked cars Thursday night were reported Anaheim police last Friday. Property taken in the two thefts valued at $49. Heaviest loser was Del D. B. 604 N. Clementine street. For his car was taken a paint worth $31.50, 40 feet of air valued at $4 and a flashlight worth $1. Chester Barnes, 131 W. Charlottesville reported that a $4 brief case, worth of merchandise and a Navajo blanket were stolen from his automobile. By Treasurer Charles Boege Admits Appropriating $5800 of Public Money Now Officials and Residents of Anaheim Stunned by Action of Veteran Officer; Position Will be Filled by Miss Beatrice Miller, City Auditor Rest of City Treasurer Charles A. Boege and his admission to appropriating nearly in public funds for his own use yesterday morning came as a terrific shock to his city officials as well as to the public at large. Never before in this history of the city heim had the breath of scandal touched one of its leading officers. Heim’s Bonded Debt is $448,075 Capita Indebtedness Set about $34.46 on Basis Present Population Reas the city of Anaheim bonded debt of $43.24 for person in the city at the close fiscal year 1937-38, accorda study of the bonded debt California cities recently public by the Californiaers’ association, it now has capita bonded indebtedness approximately $34.46. The reis due to additional popuand a reduced bonded debt. Immediately upon his arrest Boege handed his written resignation as treasurer of the city to City Clerk Charles E. Griffith and the city council. The resignation was accepted at once and Miss Beatrice E. Miller, city auditor, was appointed to fill the vacancy until the expiration of Boege's term next spring. Miss Miller will handle the treasurer's duties in connection with her former work. No Denial Made Boege's arrest came at the close of an adjourned regular meeting of the city council held yesterday morning. When confronted with evidence that his accounts were short, the resigned treasurer readily admitted the shortage and said it was approximately $5800. Records reveal that the shortage will amount to $5838.62. Boege gave no explanation for his actions. He did state that his Orange county will no longer continue to operate illegally "in the red" through what had been considered routine transfers of money from one fund to the other in the various county departments, the board of supervisors decided Tuesday after receiving a decision by Assistant District Attorney Joel Ogle. Heretofore, Ogle stated in his decision, it has been the practice Areas the city of Anaheim bonded debt of $43.24 for person in the city at the close fiscal year 1937-38, according to a study of the bonded debt California cities recently public by the Californiaurers' association, it now has capita bonded indebtedness approximately $34.46. The ree is due to additional population a reduced bonded debt. One close of the fiscal year, the total bonded indebtedness of the city was $475,613 per capita debt was based on the population of the city as in the census of 1930. Anaheim that time, was ranked from the highest among the cities owing bonded indebtedness in the state, the Californiaurers' association survey reDebt Reduced During the fiscal year 1938-39, amounted to 14 months, the reduced its bonded indebtedness $448,075, according to Miss De Miller, city auditor. Using the population figure, the per indebtedness was reduced 75. However, the estimated motion of Anaheim today is which would reduce the per debt to $34.46. At cities had bonded indebtedness of more than $100 per at the close of the fiscal 1937-38, the association reThe cities included VerSeal Beach, Los Angeles, Fort Beach, Pasadena, Beverly Eureka and Stockton. 33 Without Debt. The other hand, the associatioined out, 33 cities had no indebtedness as at June 1938. Placentia was included in list. Bonded indebtedness in the study, the Taxpayassociation pointed out, was the indebtedness of the city department—excluding the bonds lending against school districts, districts, the county gov't, and the state and federal governments. Real Rotarians near Astronomer New Law to Curb Fireworks Sought Orange county will no longer continue to operate illegally "in the red" through what had been considered routine transfers of money from one fund to the other in the various county departments, the board of supervisors decided Tuesday after receiving a decision by Assistant District Attorney Joel Ogle. Heretofore, Ogle stated in his decision, it has been the practice to consider the entire budget allocated to any one department as a fund source for all divisions of the department. Confined to Divisions Now the county department heads will be required to have sufficient money in each separate division of the department before a warrant can be drawn by the county treasurer. In explanation of the decision, Ogle cited the example, that "if a department needs money in the salary fund to pay salaries then warrants only up to the amount in this fund at the time the warrants are needed can be drawn, even if plenty of money is 'due' the salary fund. "The department head cannot transfer money from, for example, the office-supply fund, to pay salaries," Ogle explained. "Never a Care" "In the past," he pointed out, "the department head, did not worry about which fund was drawn upon just so long as there was sufficient funds in the department budget." "And, just as the department heads are governed by these state laws, so are the supervisors," Ogle said. It was on the strength of this opinion that the board granted the transfer of $23,111 from the unappropriated, budget reserve to three separate funds to expedite drafting of warrants by County Treasurer T. E. Stephenson. In his request presented Tuesday Stephenson said he needed $7000 for the health department, $111 for payment in the Orange County Water District No. 6, and $16,000 to retire Orange county harbor bonds that will mature next week. Group May Join Economic Council Orange County Tax-Reducion Real Rotarians Year Astronomer More Alter, superintendent of Griffith Park observatory in Los Angeles, was the guest at Monday's meeting of Anaheim Rotary club, explain-purposes and functions of the factory. He was introduced John Bovee, chairman of the are three divisions to the laboratory, the speaker said. One observatory itself, another hall of science, and the third planetarium. Although en- by the city of Los Angeles started, the observatory is self-supporting. Alter said. Principal object of the observa- ts to interest and educate the public in astronomy, the latter declared. Property is Stolen from Parked Autos Rating of two parked cars last Friday night were reported to be him police last Friday. Prop-taken in the two thefts was at $49. Victim loser was Del D. Beck, N. Clementine street. From car was taken a paint gun on $31.50, 40 feet of air hose at $4 and a flashlight on $1. Ester Barnes, 131 W. Chartres, noted that a $4 brief case, $3.50 bill of merchandise and a $5 jojo blanket were stolen from automobile. New Law to Curb Fireworks Sought Anaheim city council, sitting in an adjourned meeting last Tuesday evening, authorized the ordinance committee to prepare and present a new ordinance for the regulation of sale and use of fireworks within the city limits. The ordinance will probably be written to conform with the new county ordinance to become effective soon. It was also announced that the council will begin sitting as a board of equalization at 10 o'clock on the morning of August 14, to remain in session until the returns of the city assessor have been rectified. The assessment rolls are expected to be presented to the council next Tuesday evening. Orange Week Event to be Held Yearly "Orange County Orange Week" will be an annual affair, officials of the Santa Ana Junior Chamber of Commerce announced late last week at the conclusion of the first annual "week." Tentative plans are already being made for next year. Fullerton Junior Chamber of Commerce was a co-originator of the week with the Santa Ana group. Group May Join Economic Council Orange County Tax-Reduction committee will seek affiliation with the California Economic Council, it was decided at a meeting of the former group here Monday evening. L.-H. Loudon, who presided at the meeting here, and W. C. Jerome were chosen as a committee to contact the California Economic Council. Reports of several chairmen of committees were made during the meeting and accepted. Guest of the group was Harry A. Hopkins of Bakersfield, former state highway commissioner. He reported that Kern county is planning to establish a group similar to the county organization. Youth Hurt in Pool Shows Improvement Fred Williams, 14-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. William Williams of Stanton, is recovering satisfactorily at Orange county hospital from injuries suffered when he dived into the shallow end of the Anaheim city plunge last week and struck bottom. The youngster sustained a fracture of the sixth vertebraea, hospital officials said. He will be in a cast for several weeks, but is not expected to suffer any permanent injury as the result of the accident.