anaheim-gazette 1940-12-12

70th Anniversary VOLUME LXXI ANAHEIM Wife of Naval Lieutenant Home from Stay in China Mrs. Shetenhelm Recounts Highlights of Evacuation from Hongkong, Tells of General Life in Orient Adventure with a capital "A" has been the lot of Mrs. P. E. Shetenhelm, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Archer of 129 West South street. Mrs. Shetenhelm is the wife of Lieutenant P. E. Shetenhelm, American naval officer stationed at Hongkong, southern China. She returned Tuesday to Anaheim on the S. S. Monterey with 800 wives and children of other officers, oil- Mrs. Shetenhelm Recounts Highlights of Evacuation from Hongkong, Tells of General Life in Orient Adventure with a capital "A" has been the lot of Mrs. P. E. Shetenhelm, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Archer of 129 West South street. Mrs. Shetenhelm is the wife of Lieutenant P. E. Shetenhelm, American naval officer stationed at Hongkong, southern China. She returned Tuesday to Anaheim on the S. S. Monterey with 800 wives and children of other officers, oilworkers and bankers being evacuated from China. "I received a letter from Cordell Hull, asking me to cooperate with the other women in evacuating this region," said Mrs. Shetenhelm in her interview with the Gazette reporter. "Everything was done hurriedly... my clothes are still in China and I don't know when I'll get them." From Hongkong, Mrs. Shetenhelm took the Pan-American clipper to Manila, where she stayed with her husband for three weeks. Manila, where the Olongapo naval station is based, is a beautifully modern city. It is well equipped and aided by nature to make it one of the garden spots of the world. Visit Thursday Island The next stop was Thursday Island, one of a group named after each day in the week. It was there that a pilot was picked up to guide the voyage through the dangerous reefs of the Great Barrier in the Coral sea. The coast of Australia is one of the most dangerous in the world, proved many times by disastrous wrecks. The S. S. Monterey picked up survivors from a wreck near Sydney, Australia. An enjoyable week was spent in Sydney, Mrs. Shetenhelm said. All the officials of the town opened their homes and resources to the evacuees, fetting them with many parties and donating all their food and lodging. Trips into the interior were taken, and Mrs. Shetenhelm saw kangaroos and kola bears. Three hundred types of eucalypti were seen in Australia. Greeted by Band The next stop was Aukland, New Zealand, across the Tasmanian sea. The water around here is reputably the "roughest in the world." As the island is a British protectorate, a 100-piece band of R. A. F. members sere-naded the travelers with different national anthems. "One of the iriginal Polynesian races, the Maori, entertained us with dancing and native songs." Union Organizers Cease Activities Attempt to Force Excelsior Creamery Drivers Into Union Stopped Activities of teamster union organizers last week to persuade employees of the Excelsior Creamery to join the union were brought to a sudden halt over the week end and have not been renewed, it was reported by an official of the plant between Anaheim and Fullerton. Whether the union organizers have cancelled their plans or merely postponed them, the company official was unable to say. He stated, however, that he had heard that the sheriff's office had told the organizers to cease following company trucks or face prosecution on vagrancy charges, but he could not verify the report. The organizers were active for three days at the end of last week, according to Ray Wyckoff, general manager of the company, during which time several of the drivers had been approached while on their routes and told to join the union "or else." It was also reported that organizers told the truck operators, "you have about three days to get in the easy way; then there's a hard way, and we don't want to see anybody hurt." Should operations of the plant be held up it would affect 125 men, with a total of approximately 500 persons dependent upon their earnings, Wyckoff said. The average time of employment of all Excelsior workers is more than 10 years and 56 out of 125 have been employed from 15 to 25 years, the manager declared. Had the union succeeded in signing one member of the company's truck-driver crew a strike Despite numerous protests or orally presented, the board of supervisors Tuesday gave unanimous adoption to a land ordinance designed for control so-called "nuisance industries" which hog ranches are admitted foremost. Not appearing before as testrants of the measure, ranchers made their appearance at the public hearing to claim that the ordinance as drawn was constitutional and discriminatory. Attorneys representing a ranch at Talbert district others not identified said that law would be attacked by that as unconstitutional since it de- dicated health and other inspectors to the Orange county plan commission, which drew up law. Deputy District Attorney John Colwell, however, decla- t that there was no advisory to the board and various court inspection departments. Yates Leads Objectors Rancher Sidney Yates of A- heim district led the pro- against adoption of the law out including dairy ranches. Board said that dairies are re- lated thoroughly by state law need no other governing. The hearing drew a re- audience, including many farriers who demanded for months some control be exercised over location of hog ranches and o- "nuisance industries." Under law, the board has right to de- a public nuisance of any industry and cause correction or reme- it can deny use of lands for ranches if public hearings such usage to be contrary to public health and safety, otherwise has its first weapon control on any industry which might be objectionable by noise, stench or unusual odor. No longer can a person bu- piece of land and use it for he will in rural areas. He have the board's permission. Month's Building Has Rapid Stair Greeted by Band The next stop was Aukland, New Zealand, across the Tasmanian sea. The water around here is reputably the "roughest in the world." As the island is a British protectorate, a 100-piece band of R. A. F. members serenaded the travelers with different national anthems. "One of the original Polynesian races, the Maori, entertained us with dancing and native songs. The officials were very kind to us," said Mrs. Shetenhelm. "Fiji, to my way of thinking, is the most interesting place in the world. The natives are much more educated than ever before, but it is still quite a shock to see their mats of kinky hair standing straight up on their heads. The policeman . . . such policeman! Imagine a chocolate-covered native dressed in a brilliant red blouse and gauzy sash topped off by a white scalloped skirt! But the crowning glory is this finery above a pair of long, spindley bare legs and feet." Unusual Tree Very few Americans dive in Fiji, our traveller said. The scenery is beautiful in a tropical way, with the dense jungle always in the background. One of the most unique things about this island is the travelers' palm tree, which when tapped will give forth the sweetest purest water imaginable. The structure of the tree is unusual in itself, the shape being high and entirely flat on both sides. The water (from rain or dew) falls into the palm fronds and thence to the trunk. The romantic spot of Pago Pago, Samoa, was the next halt. The harbor is an old volcanic crater which resembles a bowl in which an intense blue water reflects the images of the jungled mountains around the rim. Mrs. Shetenhelm saw one of Admiral Richard (Continued on Page 8) Should operations of the plant be held up it would affect 125 men, with a total of approximately 500 persons dependent upon their earnings, Wyckoff said. The average time of employment of all Excelsior workers is more than 10 years and 56 out of 125 have been employed from 15 to 25 years, the manager declared. Had the union succeeded in signing one member of the company's truck-driver crew a strike could have been called to "protect" the interests of that man, it was pointed out. Automobile Theft Hearing Saturday Preliminary examination of Joe Martinez, 21, of Stanton on a felony charge of grand theft of an automobile will be held before City Judge Frank Tausch Saturday morning. Martinez's 17-year-old accomplice will also appear at the hearing, but will probably be certified to juvenile court. Martinez and the juvenile, also a resident of Stanton, were arrested by sheriff's officers in Buena Park Monday evening, about an hour after they assertedly stole a delivery truck owned by Oscar T. Johnson, grocery store operator at 408 North Los Angeles street. NOTICE Because of the numerous news and features stories occasioned by the publication of the anniversary edition today, it was deemed advisable by the editors to withhold the column, Anaheim Personalities, this week. This popular feature will be resumed next week in it's usual front-page place. December building activities Anaheim are off to a fast pace with five permits, having a valuation of $15,330, being issued during the past week by Inspector R. Nyboe. Included among permits were four new dwelling Nyboe said. Ed Schlotter will construct $4500 six-room duplex and garage at 510 North Sabina street. He be his own contractor. Fietrok, owner-contractor, construct a double dwelling and 135 Elm street at a cost $4000. Timothy Wallace plans five-room dwelling and garage 706 South Philadelphia which will cost $3000. John Morgan will build a $3700 room dwelling and garage at South Lemon street, with Fry as contractor. The fifth was awarded W Kilpatrick for a garage cost $130 at 904 North Zeyn Street Contractor is J. F. Klein. News Tip Contest Winners Announce These people were observed and took a chance on the new contest. By so doing, Mrs. Ross, of North Pine street, the $1.50 first prize, and George Kolby, of 118½ Palm street, wins $1. Please enter the Anaheim Gazette office East Center street, for awards. ANVERSARY ANAHEIM G ANAHEIM, ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12, 1940 ange County’s and-Use Law Is Passed by Board arneys Declare Intention To Test Ordinance’s Constitutionality spite numerous protests vigly presented, the county of supervisors Tuesday gave famous adoption to a land-use ance designed for control of called “nuisance industries” of a hog ranches are admittedly host. Three-Score and Ten (Editorial) The Anaheim Gazette has now reached the biblical age of three-score and ten. With presentation, herewith, of the anniversary edition, the publishers are proud to be associated with southern California's second oldest newspaper, and hopeful that, during the next twelve-month, they may be permitted to continue improvement of this home paper and home institution. Since that October day in 1870 when the Gazette was born, life and livelihood, the city and the nation, indeed, all the world, have greatly changed. In its humble way, this newspaper has sought to chronicle the city's own events and to record the local news in such a fashion as to provide for the residents of this area one local periodical where, every seven days, was printed a current history of the preceeding week. Continuously, almost from Anaheim's birth, the Gazette has recorded the changes, and the incidents, of the city and Anaheim to Plain Covina for Gr Title Tomor Colonists and Colts T at 2:15 o'Clock or Latter's Field Tomorrow afternoon a o'clock, Dick Glover's league champions tangle "Butter" Gorrell's Covina school squad for the Calinterscholastic federation's, ern section, central d championship. The game played at Covina. City’s Tax Collections Mirror Improved Business Conditions Tax collections by the city of Anaheim for the fiscal year 1940-1941 mirror the generally improved business conditions of the city, a survey of collections figures announced yesterday by Miss Jean Barry, city tax collector, reveals. Since that October day in 1870 when the Gazette was born, life and livelihood, the city and the nation, indeed, all the world, have greatly changed. In its humble way, this newspaper has sought to chronicle the city’s own events and to record the local news in such a fashion as to provide for the residents of this area one local periodical where, every seven days, was printed a current history of the preceding week. Continuously, almost from Anaheim’s birth, the Gazette has recorded the changes, and the incidents, of the city and its people. It is the only history of Anaheim and northern Orange county. Nineteen hundred and forty will take its place as a year of sorrow for millions of people all’round the globe. The wars of Europe and Asia indubitably make their impression upon the American mind. Faith, of many of those amongst us, in our institutions, has been shaken. These are days when faith and courage too, are needed. The people of this community have had courage and faith during these past weeks and months. Last Thursday we published a report demonstrating that business conditions locally are better than they were a year ago. Since January, many of the local stores have made heavy capital outlays—modern store-fronts have been erected, new interior decorating has been carried on, and additions have been built in many of our business houses. In like manner, the publishers of the Gazette have earnestly endeavored this year to improve the worth to the community of this newspaper. More news, and more service—service for the reader and service for the purchaser of advertising space—have been the desire. To that end, the news staff and the business staff have been increased. New machinery and equipment have been installed. With courage and faith in the community, the publishers have conscientiously endeavored to improve a service to Anaheim now entered into its 71st year. Amid the cares of modern living and the scare-hearlines of foreign war-time, there is additional need for the interesting and stimulating reading of local happenings and events. The home-town press of America fills today, by modern contrast, a far more important niche in the perpetuation of American thought and American ideals than ever before. The mystic chords of memory must inevitably swell within us, as we contemplate all that has been accomplished in Anaheim during the year. As the Gazette, with this anniversary edition, looks ahead towards better things, and to a hoped-for continued peaceful America, it renews its pledge to those whom it endeavors to serve—to produce an ever better newspaper, and to continue sharing the courage an dthe faith of this city and county, and of our great America. City’s Tax Collections Mirror Improved Business Conditions Tax collections by the city of Anaheim for the fiscal year 1940-1941 mirror the generally improved business conditions of the city, a survey of collections figures announced yesterday by Miss Jean Barry, city tax collector, reveals. City’s Tax Collections Mirror Improved Business Conditions Tax collections by the city of Anaheim for the fiscal year 1940-1941 mirror the generally improved business conditions of the city, a survey of collections figures announced yesterday by Miss Jean Barry, city tax collector, reveals. When period for payment of the first installment closed last Thursday evening a total of $40,195.23 has been received in the tax collector's office. This amount represents 63 per cent of the total tax bill for the fiscal year, which amounts to $78,161.54, Miss Barry said. Last year, tax payments at the close of the first period amounted to 61.8 per cent of the total amount to be collected. The entire tax bill for the fiscal year 1939-40 was $81,769.09, and first installment payments amounted to $49,910.21. Collection of 63 per cent of the total tax bill does not mean there are no delinquents for the first installment, Miss Barry pointed out, as some property owners paid their entire tax during the first period. Riverside Motorist Pays Fine of $100 Fines totaling $115 were paid in Anaheim city court during the past week by three persons who pleaded guilty to vehicle code violations. Heading the list was Russell E. Rowe of Riverside, who paid $100 on a reckless driving charge. Karl Olmstead of 230 South Orange street, Brea, paid $10 for speeding, and Julia Lewis of Los Alamitos was fined $5 on the same charge. Senator Explains Unicameral Plan Highlights of the procedure of Nebraska's unicameral legislature, the only one in the United States, were outlined to members of the Anaheim Rotary club Monday noon by L. B. Murphy of Scott's Bluff, Neb., and a member of the legislature. Murphy and his wife are house guests of Mr. and Mrs. Harry B. Pearson and he was introduced at the meeting by Pearson, who was program chairman. The unicameral legislature has been in operation in Nebraska since 1937, Murphy said, adding that "it is not a cure-all, but has been beneficial to Nebraska." Senator Norris was one of those instrumental in starting the new system. The legislature is made up of 43 representatives, one for each 30,000 residents of the state. One of its principal handicaps is the lack of sufficient members for committee work, he said. The new system has, however, reduced governmental expenses about 50 per cent, Murphy said. The speaker and Pearson were formerly business associates. Nine Newcomers Booster Body New householders in last week totaled nine, added to the list prepared by the bar of commerce. New were Mrs. K. E. Wernlei E. Sycamore; M. M. Dana N. Zeyn; Glen Adams, Bush; Paul Nance, 404½ on; R. L. Blanchar, 205 S J. K. Grane, 916 W. Cent Breitenbach, 110 S. Illinois Clayton, 327 S. Claudina, Adams, 215 S. West. AND HISTORICAL EDITION Orange County's Oldest Newspaper 1870 1940 GAZETTE 12, 1940 SECTION ONE NUMBER 8 Anaheim to Play Covina for Grid Title Tomorrow Colonists and Colts Tangle at 2:15 o'Clock on Latter's Field Tomorrow afternoon at 2:15 clock, Dick Glover's Sunset League champions tangle with Butter" Gorrell's Covina high school squad for the Californiaerscholastic federation's, south-section, central division, championship. The game will be played at Covina. Permanent Headquarters For Boy Scouts Probable Old Winery On West Adele Street Will Be Available For City's Troops If Plans Materialize That Anaheim Boy Scout troops will soon have a central meeting place and headquarters was seen as probable this week following the announcement by Lee C. Deming, chairman of the district council, that a building on West Adele street, in the 100 block, will be available for that purpose. Plans are now being developed to secure the structure, Deming said. Industrial Assets Tomorrow afternoon at 2:15 o'Clock, Dick Glover's Sunset League champions tangle with Butter" Gorrell's Covina high school squad for the California Interscholastic federation's south section, central division, championship. The game will be played at Covina. The Colts qualified to meet the Colonists in the championship contest by registering more firstowns than did Citrus in their last Friday that ended with 7 to 7 dead lock. They are the champions of the San Gabriel Valley league and one of the strongest small-school grid squads in the southland. Legendary Team In Covina, Coach Glover's boys are facing a team that has become somewhat legendary in southern California football. The Colts won many southern California championships back in the late 20's that a popular newspaper comic strip selected that town's name for its locale. Covina's success also sent Coach Chief Newman to Whittier college as head coach, but his success, Butter Gorrell, has gained only slightly less prominence as a grid mentor. Coach Glover scouted Covina in its game with Citrus and reported the Colts as being a fine team. He isn't conceding victory over the San Gabriel valley outfit, however, because he is confident that his Colonists can make a terific battle out of it. In fact, pregame favoritism rests with Anaheim. Team in Good Shape The Colonists will enter the contest in pretty good shape, barring practice injuries and illness that might have developed in the past day or two. Bob Whittemore, curdy right tackle, will probably be able to play because of injuries, but his under-study, Boaus, should handle the assignment in good shape. Leading Anaheim into the battle will be Quarterback Bill Lewis, unanimous selection for the All-Union league team and winner of the Troutman and Scholz award this year. A three-year veteran, Lewis has scored 51 of the Colonists' 116 points. He stands close to six feet and weighs 171 pounds. Also in the starting line-up will three other Colonists. Old Winery On West Lake Be Available For City's Troops If Plans Materialize That Anaheim Boy Scout troops will soon have a central meeting place and headquarters was seen as probable this week following the announcement by Lee C. Deming, chairman of the district council, that a building on West Adele street, in the 100 block, will be available for that purpose. Plans are now being developed to secure the structure, Deming said. The building under consideration is one of the last landmarks of Anaheim. It is a large brick structure which was originally one of this city's famous wineries, but in more recent years has been used for a variety of purposes, the last being a tomato cannery. The people of Anaheim are going to be asked to make donations toward the purchase of the building, Deming said. The fund has already been started, with the Anaheim Rotary club contributing the net proceeds of a stage production which it sponsored early this year. It is the present plan to form a non-profit corporation to handle the preliminaries of the purchase. After title to the property, which is now in the Conrad estate, has been obtained, the corporation will deed it permanently to the Boy Scouts, Deming said. The structure is located upon a lot 140 feet by 181 feet, which provides ample room for various outdoor activities of the scouts. The floor space within the building is also sufficient to meet all requirements of the various troops which are already organized and which are planned for the im- (Continued on Page 8) George F. Holden To Retain Office "I have no idea of resigning." Such is the statement of George F. Holden, Orange county district attorney and resident of Anaheim, when he was asked last night by a representative of the Gazette if there was any truth to the rumors heard here yesterday that he is thinking about quitting his public office. The district attorney went on to say that he didn't know of any reason why he would resign. The interview was brief and to the point. Before becoming district attorney, Holden served as city Leading Anaheim into the battle will be Quarterback Bill Lewis, unanimous selection for the All-Season league team and winner of the Troutman and Scholz award this year. A three-year veteran, Lewis has scored 51 of the Colonials' 116 points. He stands close to six feet and weighs 171 pounds. Also in the starting line-up will be three other Colonists who won positions on the All-league team and one who was placed on the second team. First teamers are Edgar Olson, tackle; Joe Wollenman, center, and Arvin Mahoney, ice blocking back. Fullback Bob Marvin was placed on the second line. Coach Glover's remaining starters tomorrow will probably be Bettsold and Gesler, ends; Fujii and Cook, guards, and Williams, halfback. Coach Gorrell's starting Covina lineup will probably include Tletcher and Colvin, ends; Tift and Hanley, tackles; Sachau and Ott, guards; Malan, center; Nigg, quarterback; Huntruss and Capt. Priddy, halfbacks, and Craig, fullback. Nine Newcomers on Booster Body List New householders in Anaheim last week totaled nine, according to the list prepared by the chamber of commerce. Newcomers were Mrs. K. E. Wernlein, 504-B E. Sycamore; M. M. Danskin, 836 N. Zeyn; Glen Adams, 415 S. Bush; Paul Nance, 404½ N. Lemon; R. L. Blanchar, 205 S. Citron; J. K. Grane, 916 W. Center; Julia Breitenbach, 110 S. Illinois; A. H. Clayton, 327 S. Claudina, and P. L. Adams, 215 S. West. Cost of the promotion effort, he claims, has been offset in trials elsewhere by reduction in relief appropriations. Primary requirements in a campaign of this kind are sale of the plan-to taxpayers and county authorities and selection of a qualified industrial sales agent. Final approval of three amendments to the associated chambers by-laws was given by the delegates. The amendments provide for the addition of a vice president and other officers, requiring the appointment of a nominating committee 60 days in advance of the election, and allowing for the dismissal of delegates who fail to attend three successive meetings of the executive board. Earlier Pay Day For City’s Staff City employees will receive pay checks originally scheduled for December 24 on Friday, December 20, in order to enable them to have additional money before Christmas. The advanced date for meeting the payroll was made possible when city council adjourned to December 20 at the close of its regular meeting Tuesday evening. The council received a request from the National Youth administration officials in the county for an opportunity to give employment to young men and women between the ages of 18 to 25. As persons so employed must be used in tax-supported departments, the request was referred to the public library. Operative and financial reports of the various departments for the month of November were read and filed during the meeting. FREE PURSE PERFUME SAMPLES! 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