anaheim-gazette 1940-08-29

Between the Headlines By Fleetwood Lawton TREACHERY AND FOLLY— The detailed report on subversive activities in the conquered nations of Europe, prior to the destruction of these counties by Nazi invasion, which resulted from the investigations of Colonel Donovan and Edgar Mowrer should serve as a warning not to be disregarded by those nations which still enjoy their freedom. Here was no trace of sensational journalism, but a restrained almost clinical account of the tragic unfolding of the same story of treachery aided by purblind folly in one European state after another. Hitler struck only after his intended victim had been reduced to impotence by Nazi agents and by their unwitting accomplices, Pacifists, labor leaders in France. Politicians genuinely convinced that armament would be a waste since they believed their land was in no danger. Politicians opposed the demanding of great sacrifices from their people for fear of losing votes. All these people worked for Hitler even though they did not realize it, and the effective hampering by Anaheim City Taxation. Gazette’s ‘News Tip’ Contest Offers Weekly Cash Awards Any Resident of Anaheim or its Trade Area is Eligible to Participate in New Type of Endeavor The Anaheim Gazette takes pleasure today in announcing the inauguration of its “News Tip” contest—a contest that is open to everyone in Anaheim, and that will pay weekly cash prizes totalling $2.50. The rules are simple and there is nothing to buy or sell in connection with the contest. It merely requires a little time and thought. What is the “News Tip” contest? It is a contest to determine each week who are the best amateur newspaper reporters in Anaheim. Two prizes will be awarded weekly; one of $1.50 in cash to the person submitting the best written report on any interesting event taking place in Anaheim or its trading area, and another of $1 for the best unwritten “tip” on a news story. Each weekly contest starts at noon on Thursday and closes at 10 Rites for Young Drowning Victim To Be Saturday Renner Van Delden Perishes in Long Beach Lagoon Monday Evening BRITAIN FACES THE FUTURE — Despite considerable pounding by the German bombers, and on the eve of the expected unleashing by Hitler of all his resources against England, the fighting spirit of the English people remains high, and their optimism appears to be increasing. Never has a leader been in his own person more perfectly sympathetic than is Winston Churchill. In France, the workers fatally slowed the production of essential armaments by their sit-down strikes. Even after war had begun these same deluded laborers still clung to personal advantages instead of being prepared to make the supreme effort which would have saved France. France has been crushed, and defeat has ended all that has been gained in higher pay and fewer hours. Now the French workmen are compelled by law to work just as many hours as may be considered necessary and without any increase over the forty-hour wage scale. The politicians have witnessed the end, at least for the present, of democracy in continental Europe. The left-wing Socialists and the others who screamed about the infringement of individual liberty which a real national war effort would entail, now find the lack of effort has reduced their country to the slavery of totalitarianism from which all trace of personal freedom has been ruthlessly stripped. In dictatorship, the people are mere slaves driven onward by ruthless, lash-weilding masters. In democracy the citizens are like a racing crew, all must be prepared to strain every nerve and every muscle in perfect voluntary unison or the crew becomes an inchoate group of individuals sitting uselessly in helpless futility. What is the "News Tip contest? It is a contest to determine each week who are the best amateur newspaper reporters in Anaheim. Two prizes will be awarded weekly; one of $1.50 in cash to the person submitting the best written report on any interesting event taking place in Anaheim or its trading area, and another of $1 for the best unwritten "tip" on a news story. Each weekly contest starts at noon on Thursday and closes at 10 o'clock the following Thursday morning. Participants may send in by mail or telephone as many tips or stories as they desire; each individual tip or story will be judged. Included with each tip or story must be the name, address and telephone number of the person contributing the information. Accuracy Important In judging the contest, first consideration will be the accuracy with which names of principals—whether an accident or house party tip—are spelled; second consideration will be the nature of the tip. First names, or initials, as well as the last names of individuals must be included. The contestant, by the submission of an entry, agrees to accept the decision of the contest judges as final, and releases all rights to the news tips to the Anaheim Gazette for purposes of publication, regardless of whether he wins or loses. Special credit will be given news tips sent in or phone in as soon after the event takes place as possible. List of Types A comprehensive list of the types of stories desired is carried in the large display advertisement of the contest on an inside page of this issue. They fall under the general classifications of human interest events, group meetings, such as churches, clubs, lodges, schools, etc., parties of all descriptions, and sports and recreation. The first contest is open now, so hurry with your news tips or stories; you may be a winner of one of the two cash awards. Sheridan Named To League Office Councilman Leo J. Sheridan of Anaheim is the new secretary-treasurer of the Orange County League of Municipalities, having been named to that post during annual elecution of officers last Thursday night. He succeeds Rites for Young Drowning Victim To Be Saturday Renner Van Delden Perishes in Long Beach Lagoon Monday Evening Funeral services for Renner Van Delden, 17, who was drowned last Monday evening in the Colorado street lagoon at Long Beach, will be conducted Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Hilgenfeld funeral home. Rev. R. H. Coaker pastor of the Garden Grove Four Square Gospel church, will officiate, and burial will be made in Fairhaven cemetery. Young Van Delden, who made his home with his mother, Mrs Elizabeth Van Delden, at 3191 East Wilhelmina street, met his tragic death while wading at the edge of the lagoon, while his two companions, Jack M. Simmons 17, and James E. Haum, 18, both of Garden Grove, were swimming in deeper water. The Anaheim youth could not swim, and feared deep water, his companions said. In Shallow Water It was more than two hours after night fall when the three entered the water. Simmons and Haum swam boldly across the lagoon, to the diving platform, but Van Delden stayed in shallow water near shore, wading cautiously. A few minutes later, while they were still on the diving platform Simmons and Haum heard some one shouting. “There's a man drowning over here,” said the voice. Haum, remembering Van Delden, swam ashore, looking for him. Unable to locate his companion Haum returned to the water time to see lifeguards lift Van Delden, unconscious, from the lagoon depths. Efforts of an inhalator crept failed to revive the youth, who body was taken to the Sheela McFadyen mortuary by order Deputy Coroner William J. Mahé. It was later transferred to the Hilgenfeld funeral home here. Inquest was planned. Bather's Leg Grabbed A bather told investigators that while he had been swimming ripe from shore he had felt somber BRITAIN FACES THE FUTURE — Despite considerable pounding by the German bombers, and on the eve of the expected unleashing by Hitler of all his resources against England, the fighting spirit of the English people remains high, and their optimism appears to be increasing. Never has a leader been in his own person more perfectly symbolic of his people than is Winston Churchill. He has energy, imagination, initiative, and a vast knowledge of warfare. The problem at hand is not new to him, for he foresaw it years ago and never failed to warn of the ultimate danger. In his speech in the House of Commons last week, however, the prime minister, long denounced as a scaremonger and a sensationalist by those who led Britain to her present pass, painted a surprisingly bright picture of the British situation. So far the utmost attempt of the Nazis to shut off the British Isles from overseas sources of supply have not proved particularly successful, and there are no signs that Germany can do any more in this direction than she already is doing. Should this prove to be the case, then it is difficult to see how a long war can result in anything but a British victory. If Hitler eventually is beaten, it is virtually certain that historians will point to the evacuation of the British army from Dunkirk as the turning of the tide. From the moment when the German army reached the Channel ports after the break-through around Sedan, the fate of France was sealed. But the unexpected and almost miraculous escape of well over half of the total trained manpower which Britain had under arms at that time, reduced the Nazi victories in Flanders from a final decision to Sheridan Named To League Office Councilman Leo J. Sheridan of Anaheim is the new secretary-treasurer of the Orange County League of Municipalities, having been named to that post during annual electation of officers last Thursday night. He succeeds Albert Launer of Fullerton and will serve one year. Mayor Elmer Hughes of Seal Beach was elected to a full term as president and Mayor H. H. Kohlenberger of Fullerton was chosen for a full term as vice president. Each has held the respective office since last spring, when incumbent officers resigned after having been defeated for reelection to the civic government offices they held at that time. Dr. Walter Bigham of Anaheim, chairman of the county planning commission, was the principal speaker of the evening. He discussed activities of the commission and told of some of the plans for the future. Anaheim's delegation to the meeting included Mayor Charles A. Pearson, Councilmen Ray Van Wagoner, F. A. Yungbluth, M. W. Martenet, jr., and Leo Sheridan, City Attorney Leo J. Friis, City Engineer E. P. Hapgood, M. A. Gauer, Rudy Boysen and G. Millard Parks. Jesus Rios Injured When Cars Collide Jesus A. Rios, 38, of 300 North Paulina street, suffered slight injuries Sunday evening about 8 o'clock when cars driven by himself and Alfred C. Schulz, 44 of Route 3, box 146, Anaheim, collided at the intersection of Center and Topeka streets, according to Anaheim police reports. Bather's Leg Grabbed A bather told investigators that while he had been swimming near far from shore, he had felt someone grasp his ankle. Hand clutched his feet for a moment. The bather looked around, saw several boys swimming near, and decided that one of the swimmers had swum under water and had grabbed at his feet just to start him. Investigators believe that clutching hands were those of the drowning youth. The three companions had driven to Long Beach in Van Delden automobile earlier in the evening it was reported. In addition to his brother, V. Delden is survived by his brothers, Albert of Garden Grove Cornelius and Henry Van Delden of Anaheim, and a sister, M. Wesley Dierberger of Anaheim. Planning Groups to Meet Here Sept. A meeting of members of county planning commission will be held next Wednesday night at the Anaheim hall, according to G. Millard Parks secretary of the Anaheim group. Other city officials interested in planning are invited to attend. Proposed legislation of interest to planners will be discussed motion pictures on billboards be shown during the even Parks said. Principal speaker the meeting will be Gordon Winnall of Los Angeles, consultant palnning and government. City Tax Rate For Year Reduced to ANAHEIM GAZETE ANAHEIM, ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA, THURSDAY, AUGUST 29, 1940 Top' Contest Cash Awards for its Trade Area rate in New flavor today in announcing contest—a contest that will pay weekly cash simple and there is with the contest. It night. Is for Young Drowning Victim To Be Saturday Van Delden Perishes Long Beach Lagoon Monday Evening Tuesday's Winners THOMAS H. KUCHEL Nominated on both tickets for State Senate, 35th Dist. Three-Cent Cut In Tax Rate for Year Announced Tentative Figure of 70 Cents Established Last Night by City Council Anaheim property owners will pay a tax rate of 70 cents per $100 assessed valuation during the fiscal year 190-1941, it was tentatively decided last night by the city council. The new rate is a reduction of three cents from last year's rate of 73 cents. Introduction of the ordinance establishing the new rate is scheduled for the meeting of the council on September 10, and it will be passed on September 24, City Clerk Charles E. Griffith said this morning. The total to be raised this year from taxation, exclusive of revenue from unsecured personal property, is $74,174.02, or a reduction of $944.76 from last year's figure of $75,118.78. General Fund Cut Thomas H. King of Both M Leaders LOTUS LOUDON Republican Nominee Congress, 19 Dist. THOMAS H. KUCHEL Nominated on both tickets for State Senate, 35th Dist. KENNETH E. MORRISON Elected Superior Court Judge for Department Three HIRAM W. JOHNSON Assured of Re-election as U. S. Senator Delivered Prices of Citrus Higher Average Returns for Packed Valencias are 25 Cents Above Last Season Introduction of the ordinance establishing the new rate is scheduled for the meeting of the council on September 10, and it will be passed on September 24. City Clerk Charles E. Griffith said this morning. The total to be raised this year from taxation, exclusive of revenue from unsecured personal property, is $74,174.02, or a reduction of $944.76 from last year's figure of $75,118.78. General Fund Cut The cut was made possible through a reduction of slightly more than four cents in the rate for the general fund, offsetting an increase of three-fourths of a cent in the bond fund and half a cent in the library fund. The bond fund for the year will be, in round numbers, 45 cents, the library fund will be 13½ cents, and the general fund will be slightly less than 11½ cents. The amount to be raised for the bond fund is $45,899.51. Revenue for the library fund will amount to $15,206.58, and that for the general fund will be $13,067.93. The amount of taxes to be raised is based upon an assessed valuation of $10,876,015, it was said. In addition to the general tax rate, property owners in the various acquisition and improvement districts must raise about $5300 dollars more to meet bond payments for those districts. Angels Offered Lease Councilmen also decided last night to offer a five-year lease to the Los Angeles baseball club for use of the La Palma park stadium. The Los Angeles club will install the lighting equipment at its own expense, in exchange for which it will receive use of the park free for five years. The lessee will also be granted concession rights within the stadium during the time it is in use by the Los Angeles club. The action in offering the lease to Los Angeles assures Anaheim of a team in the proposed California State league, if that alignment becomes operative. Representatives of the various clubs will meet Saturday in Bakersfield to complete the organization of the league. There has been some reports this week that neither Bakersfield nor Santa Barbara would be able to retain tentative franchises, but latest information is that both will be on hand when the league opens. Los Angeles previously was granted the franchise for San Bernardino, but will transfer it to Anaheim. Delivered Prices of Citrus Higher Average Returns for Packed Valencias are 25 Cents Above Last Season An average increase of 25 to 30 cents per box on packed valencias oranges over the first half of the 1939 season has been recorded for the first half of the present season, it was disclosed this week by the Northern Orange County Citrus Exchange. The figures are based upon returns up to and including August 17, it was said. Not only has the delivered price of valencias increased this year, but there is also a gain of approximately 50 per cent in the industry sales, the exchange reported. Shipments Increased Likewise, a gain of nearly 4000 cars has been made in shipments this season over last year. As of August 17, a total of 26,328 cars had been sent to the various markets. The increase in shipments was made in spite of loss of most of the foreign markets. Last year approximately 7000 cars of fruit were shipped to other-than-domestic markets, while this year the total dropped to half that figure, or 3500 cars, the exchange stated. Florida Sales Down An important factor in the increase of valencia sales from California is the decrease in the sales of Florida fruit, it was pointed out. The latter state is behind its last year's figure by about 6600 cars, while California sales are approximately 8000 cars ahead of 1939. Approximately 20 per cent more fruit is available for the remainder (Continued on Page 6) State league, if that alignment becomes operative. Representatives of the various clubs will meet Saturday in Bakersfield to complete the organization of the league. There has been some reports this week that neither Bakersfield nor Santa Barbara would be able to retain tentative franchises, but latest information is that both will be on hand when the league opens. Los Angeles previously was granted the franchise for San Bernardino, but will transfer it to Anaheim. Claim is Filed A claim for $10,000 for damages was filed with the council last night in behalf of Luther Hamon and his wife, Anna Hamon. The claim is based upon injuries reported sustained by Hamon on June 3 while he was employed by the city on the water main extension project. He is said to have been hit over a kidney by a large chunk of dirt, with resultant injuries to his back, spine, legs and nervous system. The day of the accident was the only day he worked for the city. Hamon is seeking $7500 and his wife asks $2,500. The claim was referred to City Attorney Leo J. Friis. A petition signed by 35 residents asking that the city control or abate as a nuisance the business known as Tommy's Barbecue at Los Angeles and Palm street was received by ythe council and referred to the police commission. Fishing Reels Taken From Anaheim Store Theft of five or six fishing reels and a display board on which they were placed was reported to Anaheim police Monday afternoon by Wayne Griggs, manager of the Western Auto Supply company. The merchandise, valued at $25, was taken cometime during the afternoon, Griggs told police. Dr. Karl Wecker To Conduct His Noted Musician Returns Boyhood Home to Give Concert Tomorrow The event to which music lovers of Anaheim have looked for several weeks will take tomorrow (Friday) evening at 8:15 o'clock in the city amphitheater when Dr. Wecker, state supervisor of WPA music project, will coerce the Los Angeles WPA symphony orchestra in a two-hour concert. Dr. Wecker's appearance rites his debut as a conductor in Anaheim and in the town in which he spent most of his boyhood. During the 30 years he was a from Anaheim, Dr. Wecker acquired a reputation as aductor and musical director. Cincinnati, Grand Rapids, other eastern cities. It will second appearance in An this summer, however, instead as he was a guest speaker recent summer concert pre-attendance in Anaheim, follows: Overture to "The Marriage Figaro" Mozart (Continued on Page 7) cuced to 70 Cents Per $100 SEE COLUMN 5 GAZETTE THE GAZETTE IS THE OLDEST NEWSPAPER IN ORANGE COUNTY Now in Its 70th Year Phone Anaheim 2414 29, 1910 NUMBER 45 Thomas H. Kuchel Wins Nomination of Both Major Parties for State Senate Leaders In Primaries LOTUS LOUDON Republican Nominee Congress, 19 Dist. HARRY R. SHEPPARD Democratic Nominee, Congress, 19th Dist. Kenneth E. Morrison Defeats Westover for Judgeship Success of Assemblyman Thomas H. Kuchel of Anaheim in winning nomination to the state senate on both the Republican and Democratic tickets, victory of Kenneth E. Morrison over Superior Judge Harry C. Westover in the superior court judge race, and the disqualification of Thomas K. Gowen from the Democratic nomination for the state assembly from the 75th district were the highlights of Tuesday's primary election in Anaheim and Orange county. Other results in brief were: Victory by Congressman Harry R. Sheppard over N. E. West, Orange county supervisor, for the Democratic nomination for congress. A tremendous complimentary vote to Lotus H. Loudon, Anaheim LOTUS LOUDON Republican Nominee Congress, 19 Dist. HARRY R. SHEPPARD Democratic Nominee, Congress, 19th Dist. SAM L. COLLINS Republican Nominee Assembly, 75th Dist. THOMAS K. GOWEN Democratic Leader Assembly, 75th Dist. HARRY D. RILEY Close second for Supervisor, 3rd Dist. City Can Benefit By Douglas Plant fication of Thomas K. Gowen from the Democratic nomination for the state assembly from the 75th district were the highlights of Tuesday's primary election in Anaheim and Orange county. Other results in brief were: Victory by Congressman Harry R. Sheppard over N. E. West, Orange county supervisor, for the Democratic nomination for congress. A tremendous complimentary vote to Lotus H. Loudon, Anaheim publisher, as Republican candidate for congress. Baker and Riley Close An extremely close contest between James A. Baker of Anaheim and Supervisor Harry D. Riley of Anaheim for supervisor from the third district, Baker holding a margin of 115 votes over Riley. Victory for Sam L. Collins of Fullerton for the Republican nomination for the state assembly. Assemblyman Kuchel nearly matched the combined total recorded by his opponents for the Democratic nomination, Burr A. Brown and Charles L. Ruby, when he polled a total of 8136 votes to Brown's 4652 and Ruby's 4098. On the Republican ticket, Kuchel's complimentary vote reached the high figure of 16,492. In Anaheim's 24 precincts, Kuchel received 1084 Democratic votes to 268 for Brown and 296 for Ruby. The assemblyman received 1707 Republican votes in Anaheim. Morrison is Winner Morrison, former justice of the peace in Santa Ana, was a decisive victor over Judge Westover, who has filled the position on the bench by appointment since death of the late Judge Homer G. Ames. Throughout the county Morrison drew 21,728 votes while Judge Westover's total was 14,894. The continued on Page 8) Anaheim Persons Hurt in Accident Four Anaheim residents were injured Sunday afternoon in an automobile accident at Firestone and Imperial highways, west of Norwalk, according to information received here. None was seriously hurt and all were able to return to their homes after receiving treatment at the Artesia hospital. Those injured were Mrs. Lena M. Jungkeit, 28, of 1307 Damon street; her daughter Barbara, 8; City Can Benefit By Douglas Plant Nearness of Anaheim to New Airport and Factory Important Fact That Anaheim is in a position to derive considerable benefit from the establishment of a large Douglas company airplane plant at the new airport now being installed near Lakewood Village is brought out by a study of plans and maps of the development. The airport lies on Lakewood boulevard, between Carson avenue and Spring street, and is approximately 16 miles from Anaheim. It will be one of the biggest airports in the United States, having criss-crossed runways varying in length from 4750 feet to approximately 7000 feet. In connection with the airport will be constructed in the near future a Douglas company plant which is expected to employ some 20,000 persons as soon as it is opened, with a large future growth believed to be a certainty. Anaheim Close to Plant Anaheim enters the picture because of its close proximity and the ease with which the airport can be reached. Carson avenue is the continuation of Lincoln avenue, running west out of Anaheim and is a wide, well-paved high- Four Anaheim residents were injured Sunday afternoon in an automobile accident at Firestone and Imperial highways, west of Norwalk, according to information received here. None was seriously hurt and all were able to return to their homes after receiving treatment at the Artesia hospital. Those injured were Mrs. Lena M. Jungkeit, 28, of 1307 Damon street; her daughter, Barbara, 8; Mrs. Margaret Pebley, 62, of Dickel street, and Mrs. Marie Johnson, 63. All were riding in an automobile driven by Walter Jungkeit, 1307 Damon street, which was involved in a collision with another car, reportedly operated by James Cavanaugh of Long Beach. Cash for Your News Tips they are simple, easy tips to gather, and will be paid for in cash when chosen winners in our "News Tip" Contest. For full particulars— See News Story this Page today.