anaheim-gazette 1940-08-29

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. KUCHEI. Editors and Publishers Entered as second-class matter at the Post Office at Anaheim, California, under the Act of March 8, 1879. TUESDAY'S ELECTION Perhaps the most significant indication to be drawn from Tuesday's primary in our state is that our people care little for bare party labels, and are interested particularly in specific issues and the men whose position upon them is acceptable. In the overwhelming re-election of the illustrious United States Senator, Hiram W. Johnson, a number of indices to the political future of our state can be seen, although, above all of them, the fact remains that Senator Johnson is a California institution, and receives the endorsement of many voters, who, while differing with him on some of his votes, nevertheless know him as a forthright, able, and honest leader in Washington, and recognize the need for his continued leadership there. The days of fence-straddling in political campaigns are over, and the man who endeavors to evade and avoid a positive position is destined to go down to defeat. In many, many cases, Tuesday's primary shows that vascillation isn't helpful in garnering votes, any more. A continuously more enlightened electorate wants to know, rather than to guess. Beyond that, however, the fact that Lieut. Gov. Ellis Patterson was second on the Democratic ballot, and that John Anson Ford, Los Angeles county supervisor, was third (he being the Roosevelt choice) seems to mean that the Democratic party is tiring a little bit of the New Deal. Patterson was roundly condemning F. D. R. during the May presidential The days of fence-straddling in political campaigns are over, and the man who endeavors to evade and avoid a positive position is destined to go down to defeat. In many, many cases, Tuesday's primary shows that vascillation isn't helpful in garnering votes, any more. A continuously more enlightened electorate wants to know, rather than to guess. Beyond that, however, the fact that Lieut. Gov. Ellis Patterson was second on the Democratic ballot, and that John Anson Ford, Los Angeles county supervisor, was third (he being the Roosevelt choice) seems to mean that the Democratic party is tiring a little bit of the New Deal. Patterson was roundly condemning F. D. R. during the May presidential primaries, and did rather poorly against the Garner slate and the approved Roosevelt slate. Yet Tuesday, he was second to Senator Johnson. The least inference which can be drawn is that our voters will not blindly follow any man's orders, no matter how exalted he may be. Moreover, it may well mean that F. D. R. is losing favor among the Democrats of California. In the legislative elections, the wild, arm-waving purge of Governor Olson availed him nothing. At this writing, one anti-Olson Democrat in Sacramento is the Governor's only victory, while in Los Angeles, several 1939 Olson assemblymen will now be replaced by men who will not, in rubber-stamp fashion, follow the Governor's program en toto. Yesterday, Secretary of State Paul Peek, whom Olson appointed from Peek's membership in the state assembly, announced that, "regardless of the Tuesday's results," California would go for President Roosevelt in November. Whatever the basis of Mr. Peck's reasoning, it is not clear how he may re-inforce his position by overlooking those results. They represent the latest vote of the state. And the fact that Mr. Peck brushes them aside, may well mean that he is indulging in wishful thinking. We believe that the presidential fight, and the congressional fight in the 19th district, are both wide open. The Republicans can win them both in November. Dillon If any man on this troubled earth has more troubles than a President I should like to know who he is. Always, some irresponsible congressman or member of the official family feels called upon to prove to the electorate just how simple-minded he can be. Right now, the worst possible time for foolishness, one of these gabby gentlemen has to show off practically in favor of a Hitler government for America. Can you imagine it? Senator Claude Pepper (D) Fla., is the offender, and what a time the Senate is having to clear up the mess. What a time to suggest that the President should have totalitarian powers empowering him to take over all form of industry and consecrt labor at any time! And the President running for a third term! His excuse was that he merely thought the President should be a "temporary dictator!" Fancy the effect this will have on power of the press at its best. In early days all this rumpus might have gone on unknown to the people, but when Pepper blew off a news commentator with a good repuation for truth was present, luckily. Fifty bodies the size of the moon would be required to form one mass as large as the earth. BARGAINS Look Like a Million SPORT COATS $12.50 In the new colors authentically styled for fall — $12.50 — others at $13.50 ... SNAPPY SPORT SLACKS English drape models with talon fly in the new broken diagonal weaves and other popular fabrics ... $5.50 to $9.00 NEW CORDS $2.95 Rough and Ready Corduroys. The popular high waist drape models with talon fly ... and $3.45 SHIRTS T SHIRTS—Plain white or colored novelty weaves with pockets— White Colored 40¢ 50¢ Most Styles $1.95 SPORT SHIRTS—Advance fall styles but of weight to wear now—New barrel cuff DRESS SHIRTS—Smart weaves and patterns — prints ... $1.00 Broadcloth, Madras $1.65 and up YUNGBLUTI'S 145 WEST CENTER STREET PHONE PICKING 'EM UP Man Beats Wife, Takes Own Life Costa Mesan Goes Beserk to Climax Family Quarrel With Tragedy Apparently temporarily deranged, Albert Kinyon, 33, attacked his wife, Irene, 31, with a hammer early Tuesday morning and then stabbed himself in the heart with a home-made dagger, dying instantly. Mrs. Kinyon was taken to the Orange county hospital in critical condition, but physicians believe she will live. The hammer attack and suicide occurred in the bedroom of the Kinyon home at 1:30 o'clock in the morning, shortly after Mrs. Kinyon had retired. It was reported that an argument had developed and that Kinyon arose from his bed, went to the garage for the hammer and returned to beat his wife on the head. After Mrs. Kinyon had toppled from the bed, the husband plunged the blade of a seven-inch razor sharp home-made dagger into his heart and fell back dead upon the bed. In the living room, Miss Hilda Crawford of Newport Beach, sister of Mrs. Kinyon and a visitor there for the night, was aroused from her sleep by the cries of Mrs. Kinyon. She summoned medical aid immediately. Also in the house, but undisturbed at the time, was the Kinyon's 10-year-old son, Richard. As every farmer knows can export markets, in by were a vital factor cultural economy. California, particularly farm products in the far of the world. California and other dried fruits ready market in Germany formia oranges were on Liverpool, London and ter. California rice even to the Orient. California labels we in every port and ev market in the civilized Facing facts fearle market for California p all but evaporated. Ex haps, for the American trade, due to force of stances, is gone beyond least for several years. When Europe gets with war and bloods may, possibly, be some for American goods, for most certainly, will be the worst food shortage tory. But unless the States lends it the go American produce, American farmers are barter, Europe will be a virtually bereft of power. Why not face facts? American agricultur Some Southern California county officials in charge of conducting elections are of the opinion that the state and each county could save a good deal of money by cutting down on the number of people required for precinct election boards, and a more careful selection of those best qualified to handle the job of checking voters and counting the ballots. Especially at presidential primaries and some special elections are the precinct boards overstaffed, they think. The state law requires six-member boards except that some special elections they can be cut to four by the supervisors. Experienced workers among the election officials themselves have long recognized that a good deal of waste time is paid for. County Clerk B. J. Smith in Orange county thinks that the number of workers could be reduced to five easily. His idea would call for only four members actually working during the day, with one extra for relief. Wasted time and expense results from two causes, officials say. One cause is political. The method of selection of election board members, by "request," produces a certain percentage of workers who are not thoroughly competent. In many precincts the work actually is done by three or four. Another cause is the system by which all members of the board are on duty all day and sometimes all night. It is an 18-hour shift at the best and sometimes runs to 24 hours or more. The situation is one for the legislature to deal with. Local officials can do little about it. The business of issuing passports has grown considerably during the past year, according to officials in charge of the issuance of same in Orange county. The passport office is part of the County Clerk's department, and is combined with the marriage license bureau for economy purposes. Passports and birth certificates have been in demand because of the war conditions and defense preparations in this country, and because foreign nations have adopted stricter measures with reference to travelers. As cited previously in this column, birth certificates have become especially important in connection with defense work. They are necessary in order to obtain positions in manufacturing plants and other places having to do with defense. To younger persons born in California the obtaining of a birth certificate is simple. To those born in other states, especially older people, it is more of a task. Sometimes it is impossible. The law provides for substitutes for such certificate but considerable trouble is involved. Birth certificates are important in connection with passports. However, affidavits which meet the requirements can be substituted. In the living room, Miss Hilda Crawford of Newport Beach, sister of Mrs. Kinyon and a visitor there for the night, was aroused from her sleep by the gries of Mrs. Kinyon. She summoned medical aid immediately. Also in the house, but undisturbed at the time, was the Kinyon's 10-year-old son, Richard. The highest reward for man's toil is not what he gets for it, but what he becomes by it. —Ruskin. The passport office provides a blank form of affidavit which is accepted when properly filled out and executed. While passports are not necessary for travel in Canada or Mexico some people acquire them anyway. However, they necessitate compliance with rigid requirements, and cost a cash outlay of $10.21. A native born citizen must present a birth or baptismal certificate, or the required affidavit. A naturalized citizen must show his naturalization certificate. Divorced women must show final decree. Minors must have letter of permission from parent or guardian, the latter showing official guardianship papers. An identifying witness who is an American citizen (other than wife, husband or children) must accompany application for passport. Photographs must be provided. Fees must be paid partly in money order and partly in cash. If application is to the secretary of state in Washington the money order fee is $9.00, cash $1.21. Time required, 15 days, if to the passport agent at San Francisco, the fee is 50 cents more, added to the money order, but only five days are required to get the passport. Persons who are interested in birth certificates should confer with the county recorder. Those interested in passports should visit the office in the county full information. THIS HOME IS NO. 40,000 FINANCED BY BANK OF AMERICA Bank of America home loans have financed the building of a big "city". The home loans made by this bank, insured by FHA, have financed more than 40,000 homes for a total of $180,000,000. Other home loans made by the bank substantially increase this vast total. These loans have helped to create nearly 100,000,000 man-hours of labor in the building and allied trades throughout the State. Discuss your home building plans at the nearest branch of Bank of America, where your problems will receive the friendliest attention. In volume of home loans Bank of America is the Nation's leader and California's leader. Men and women appreciate the convenience and friendliness of Bank of America service. Bank of America NATIONAL TRUST AND SAVINGS ASSOCIATION Member Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation ANAHEIM BRANCH O. E. Hanson, Manager As every farmer knows, American export markets, in days gone by, were a vital factor in agricultural economy. California, particularly, sold its farm products in the four-corners of the world. California prunes and other dried fruits found a ready market in Germany. California oranges were on sale in Liverpool, London and Manchester. California rice even traveled to the Orient. California labels were known in every port and every major market in the civilized world. Facing facts fearlessly, that market for California produce has all but evaporated. Except, perhaps, for the Americas, export trade, due to force of circumstances, is gone beyond recall, at least for several years. When Europe gets through with war and bloodshed, there may, possibly, be some demand for American goods, for Europe, most certainly, will be faced with the worst food shortage in its history. But unless the United States lends it the gold to buy American produce, or unless American farmers are willing to barter, Europe will be a consumer virtually bereft of purchasing power. Why not face facts? American agriculture, during that 16 or 17 million persons are in families that earn $500 a year or less. And that such a family spends only 38% of its income for food—buys only 38% as much fruit as those in the $100-a-month income class, and only 10% as much as those earning $250 a month. That in the case of meats families in the $500-a-year income group buy only ½ as much as those in the $100-a-month income group. That in the case of vegetables, they buy only 46% as much as the $100-a-month grouping, and in dairy products, only 42% as much. That approximately 20 million persons receiving public assistance spend only $1 a week per capita for food, or five cents a meal. Incidentally, Perkins states that since the food stamp plan was inaugurated, the five-cent-a-meal expenditure has increased to 7½ cents, and when a man gets off relief an dobtains a job, even at very modest wages, he spends 12 cents a meal for food. What does that array of facts mean? To this writer, it means that this country must learn to rely on itself first. With so many leading authorities in agreement that America cannot depend upon foreign trade as a means of maintaining its economy; at least for some years to come, it becomes increasingly apparent that we must look primarily to the stabilization of our American markets for our American producers. It means that we must restore American prosperity by rebuilding our own markets first for our own people, so as to be prepared for still further dislocation of our foreign trade. It means that American business must not be condemned without just cause, whether such business be big or little, and that government instead of trying to crucify and stultify business and industry should devote its energies to encouraging private enterprise. Perhaps we're old-fashioned, but we believe the way to salvation is right here in the United States of America. As time goes on, whether we are to help ourselves or help the world at large, we can best do the job by building a thoroughly sound internal strength. If we can unite to make our own country strong and reestablish unity of purpose on the part of all groups to that end, we shall then be in much better position to expand and develop foreign commerce, when it again becomes possible to do so... More than four-fifths of a cow's milk is water. Sea lions require about 30 pounds of fish daily to keep them in good health. with war and bloodshed, there may, possibly, be some demand for American goods, for Europe, most certainly, will be faced with the worst food shortage in its history. But unless the United States lends it the gold to buy American produce, or unless American farmers are willing to barter, Europe will be a consumer virtually bereft of purchasing power. Why not face facts? American agriculture, during the years just ahead, must look to America for its markets! In lights of those facts—and they are facts—California farmers would do well to give serious thought to a recent appraisal of the situation made by Milo Perkins, president of the Federal Surplus Commodities corporation. Perkins is quoted by W. B. Parker, director of the State Department of Agriculture, as saying, in effect: That under-consumption in the United States is a real challenge because the greatest untapped market that ever existed looms before our farmers and business men, in the form of under-privileged people in our own country, whose present cash incomes are so low that they can't buy our products. THANK YOU FRIENDS I appreciate the confidence placed in me by the voters of my district. Ahead of me lies another campaign and I hope to continue to merit the support of all those who voted for me and to so present my record that it will attract all those appreciative of good government. HARRY D. RILEY Incumbent Candidate for Supervisor I leave my work to those hands! "Like magic" are the automatic features of a Certified Performance gas range! Wouldn't you enjoy a range that enables you to relax and keep cool? Wouldn't you like to know that every dish will be cooked right? 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