anaheim-gazette 1942-08-13

20-30 Club Members Launch Plans To Send Requested Presents To Anaheim Youths In U.S. Army A unique and well-deserving plan, called "Aid to Anaheim's expeditionary forces," has been worked out by members of the Anaheim 20-30 club, who, in an effort to supply local fighting men with the little things they need most, have sent a total of 290 letters to former Anaheimers at distant points. The main idea of the plan is first to find out what the particular service man wants and then to get it for him. Two requests from Anaheim men have already been received by the club for musical instruments and donations were just received to fill the requests. Kenneth Brandt, chairman of A.A.E.F. plan, stated today that many names of men in service from this community have not been obtained. He asks that all parents and friends cooperate in this work by sending in names and addresses of these men to the A.A.E.F., P. O. Box 333, Anaheim, as soon as possible. "We intend to care for all of our Anaheim boys whether they are Oriental, Mexican, Negro or white. It is our battle they are fighting and we young men, still at home, want to help all our buddies," Chairman Brandt pointed out. Citrus Fruits, Inc. Completes Details Of Its Organization Aggressive action in research to develop new uses of citrus fruits is the primary objective of Citrus Fruits, Inc., a non-profit producer association, according to J. A. Porter, president. Organization of the association was completed Monday with the election of officers. Its headquarters are in Anaheim. Officers of the new association are J. A. Porter of Olive, president; R. A. Wheatley, La Habra, vice president; C. C. Perkins, secretary-treasurer. According to its leader, Citrus Fruits, Inc., will expend all funds received by it for the betterment of the citrus industry of California and to assist all citrus growers in finding new outlets and new uses for their products. The association in its operations does not Supervisors Name Date for Public Budget Hearing Orange county supervisors meeting Tuesday in the county courthouse, Santa Ana, set the date of August 20 at 1:30 p.m. for a public hearing on the department budget for the county, on which preliminary hearings took place last week. Indications are that the tax rate for the current year will stand at 83 cents per $100 property valuation, a rate five cents lower than last year, according to County Auditor Leslie H. Eckel. Tentative budget plans had determined upon a four cent decrease, but the supervisors sliced a sum in excess of $10,000 from the budget, thus permitting an additional decrease. Of the sum of $3,838,254 budgeted by the board for county purposes, $1,380,452 must be raised by taxation, to which the new 83 cent rate will apply. Since August 31 is the final date permitted for adoption of the proposed budget, the tax rate will be set by the first day of September. Lots of Water Used In Month of July Anaheimers certainly were thirsty during July. Or maybe all these Victory gardens accounted for the fact that 73,342,500 gallons of water were used during the month. The deep well turbine pumps lacked a mere five minutes of running 1,037 hours, and pumped 83,622,000 gallons! Which probably explains why the water level is a trifle lower, standing, on August 1, at 125 feet. At any rate parents and friends cooperate in this work by sending in names and addresses of these men to the A.A.E.F., P. O. Box 333, Anaheim, as soon as possible. "We intend to care for all of our Anaheim boys whether they are Oriental, Mexican, Negro or white. It is our battle they are fighting and we young men, still at home, want to help all our buddies," Chairman Brandt pointed out. Members of the committee besides Brandt are Mrs. Mary Macres, Kenneth Dougan, Odra "Chuck" Chandler, and Paul Elsner. Officers of the new association are J. A. Porter of Olive, president; R. A. Wheatley, La Habra, vice president; C. C. Perkins, secretary-treasurer. According to its leader, Citrus Fruits, Inc., will expend all funds received by it for the betterment of the citrus industry of California and to assist all citrus growers in finding new outlets and new uses for their products. The association, in its operations, does not contemplate the distribution of gains, profits or dividends to the members thereof but rather to render a service to the industry. When the incorporation of the new association was brought to the attention of the board of directors of Southern California Citrus Foods Inc., its aims were found laudable, declared J. A. Baker of Anaheim, vice president of Southern California Citrus Foods. "We appreciate the efforts being made by Citrus Foods, Inc., to render a service to our industry. Those who are deeply interested in the citrus industry realize that every effort must be made to spread as widely as possible the uses of our crops and we shall be happy to cooperate with the new association along these lines," he stated. State League of Cities To Hold Annual Conclave When California League of Cities holds its 44th annual meeting next month in Los Angeles, Anaheim will be officially represented by Charles H. Mann, chairman of Anaheim Civilian Defense, and a former mayor of this city. His appointment was made Tuesday night at the regular session of the city council, various of whose members also will be in attendance at the sessions. Los Angeles Biltmore will be convention headquarters during the interval, which will be from September 21 to 24. The conclave is designated as a "War Conference" and will be presided over by Patrick J. Maher, mayor of Santa Barbara, who is this year's president. J. Millard Parks, formerly of the city engineer's department, now at the Santa Ana Air Base, is chairman of the planning section of the state organization Dolphin Anaheim. Michael Mattis M. Mattis of 861 North Palm street, who is now stationed at Camp Stoneman in Pittsburg California. Commenting upon his recent promotion, Major Mattis this week wrote his parents as follows: "Dear Mom and Pop: Knew that you would enjoy the promotion as well as myself, seeing that you made it possible. It will take more time and keener judgment, but that is not going to worry me in my efforts to be worthy of the new office. It has been a hard and difficult road to hoe and the beginning is just here. You can pass it on to the family." With love, Your son, Michael." Mike," as he is known in Anaheim, is one of those local boy who made good. He was educate at St. Joseph's academy, Anaheim union high school and Occidentale college. He was always "militar minded" and began his training during summers in the civilian military corps. He joined the California National Guard and gained the rank of Captain. Last summer he took a three month officers training course at For Benning, Ga., which led to his new promotion. Mike" was known here for his geniality. He is married, his wife being the former Catherine Moretti yohl of Anaheim. They have four children, who with their mother are visiting Major Matti at Camp Stoneman. Mrs. Matti home is in Glendale for the duration. "Mike's" brother, Jack is a flier employed by Pan American airways. The sons console their parents by saying that "more than one family has given up as many as seven sons to U.S. Service." In Month of July Anaheimers certainly were thirsty during July. Or maybe all these Victory gardens accounted for the fact that 73,342,500 gallons of water were used during the month. The deep well turbine pumps lacked a mere five minutes of running 1,037 hours, and pumped 83,622,000 gallons! Which probably explains why the water level is a trifle lower, standing, on August 1, at 125 feet. At any rate not much was used for quenching fires, only four very minor ones having been reported in the entire month. Civilian Defense Board Announces Some of New Dimout Requirements Importance of Anaheim’s compliance with the new dimout regulations to go into effect just a week from today, were emphasized today by Charles H. Mann, executive chairman of Anaheim Civilian Defense. “While our office is cooperating in every way with the regulations, we must remember that the matter lies in the hands of the military forces,” today declared Chairman Mann. “Our citizens recognize the fact that we are engaging in war on a vast scale, and that there must be no question of lack of cooperation.” The proclamation issued from the OCD, Ninth Civilian Defense Region, gives much information on the new dimout regulations, including illuminated signs, commercial and private flood lighting, and amusement places, which will be of special interest to Anaheim residents. For one thing, home owners must forego their outdoor Christmas tree illuminations this year. They fall within the restrictions as do Neon or gaseous tube advertising, lighted bulletin and poster boards, any display or decorative lighting and theater marquee lights. Navigation lights and railroad signals, already strictly governed by other regulations, are to be exempt. Otherwise the regulations will affect service stations, outdoor parking areas, used car lots, recreational areas including amusement parks, sports playgrounds, etc., and public building entrances. QUERIES ANSWERED In answer to many questions propounded the OCD, is much information that will be of local interest. Window shades need not be drawn at night except at windows of homes directly visible from the sea; lighted driveways are permissible if lights are shielded so that rays do not go upward. This same rule applies to lights at garage doors. (Please turn to page 5) AHEIM GAZETE The Oldest Newspaper In Orange County — Now In Its 72nd Year ANAHEIM, ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA, THURSDAY, AUGUST 13, 1942 Much Enthusiasm Accorded Gubernatorial Candidate “Perhaps our greatest civic duty to our boys who have gone abroad to fight their country’s wars, is to make it possible for them to return to a greater and better California: A California free from petty partisan politics and class hatreds engendered by the present administration.” These were the ringing words with which Attorney General Earl Warren, non-partisan candidate for the high post of California’s governor, today set forth one of the leading planks of his political platform. The occasion was a breakfast in Anaheim Elks’ club which came as an informal interlude in Warren’s two-days’ visit in Orange county. S. C. Hartranft, prominent Anaheim rancher and former assemblyman from this district, introduced the speaker with a few happily phrased remarks. The large crowd assembled for the occasion, was an enthusiastic one, and gave close attention to the various statements set forth in the address given by the guest of honor. DEFENSE CRISIS In developing his general theme of the patriotic duty which the state owes its thousands of patriotic young soldiers, he stressed also the importance of California in the National War production Citrus Economist Addresses Local Orange Growers Citrus growers and shippers from various sections of Orange county took advantage of the opportunity to hear Dr. H. R. Wellman of Gianinni Foundation of Agricultural Economics, Berkeley, when he appeared Tuesday morning as guest speaker at a marketing pact conference held in Fremont Grammar school. Harold Wahlberg, Orange county farm advisor, who had arranged the session, introduced the speaker, who gave a scholarly and interesting talk on the proposed California-Arizona marketing agreement. He declared that, one of the chief questions which growers face, is whether the industry might be better served by the flow of oranges under an orderly marketing agreement between the two WILLIAM GATHAS sufficient to buy enough bonds to put a few Nazis on the picture!” That was the firstident statement made today. William Gathas, genial proprietor of the Oyster Loaf cafe, where and Mrs. Gathas donated all proceeds from last Saturday’s business, to purchase of war bonds. Saturday was a red letter at the Oyster Loaf in more than one. It not only obeyed the 33rd anniversary of the founding of the local business MICHAEL MATTIS of 861 North Palm who is now stationed at Stoneman in Pittsburg, Pa. enting upon his recent ennment, Major Mattis this week his parents as follows: Mr Mom and Pop: Now that you would enjoy promotion as well as myself, what you made it possible. Take more time and keen-agement, but that is not too worry me in my efforts worthy of the new office. Been a hard and difficult hoe and the beginning there. You can pass it on family. "With love, 'Your son, Michael.' as he is known in Anaheim one of those local boys de good. He was educated Joseph's academy, Anaheim high school and Occidental. He was always "military" and began his training summers in the civilian corps. He joined theonia National Guard and the rank of Captain. Last year he took a three months' training course at Fort Ga., which led to his new ennment." was known here for his wife. He is married, his wife the former Catherine Monroe of Anaheim. They have children, who with their care visiting Major Mattis to Stoneman. Mrs. Mattis' in Glendale for the dura-Mike's" brother, Jack is a employed by Pan American Airlines. The sons console their baby saying that "more than family has given up as many sons to U. S. Service." Nheim T. and T. Brea Business only will Anaheim Truck transfer company be in a city to occupy handsome new jobs in the building to be immediately on its present barn lot, South Los Angeles. DEFENSE CRISIS In developing his general theme of the patriotic duty which the state owes its thousands of patriotic young soldiers, he stressed also the importance of California in the National War production plan. The fact that this state stands head and shoulders above the remaining 47 states, in its Production for War efforts, makes it especially vulnerable to enemy attack, according to points brought out by Warren's talk. "Never forget that the Axis is fully aware of this record," he declared. "Nothing would suit their plans better than to take definite steps toward crippling this effort." Because of this record and the Axis recognition, the state, according to the speaker, is one in which every civilian defense precaution should have been given immediate consideration, after the disastrous Pearl Harbor attack. "Instead what did we find?" he questioned, and then set forth the delays and procrastinations of the present state administration, in calling the Civilian Defense deal into being. Partisan politics and affairs were given preference over the vital matter of defense, and more than five months after Pearl Harbor, found the state still in an unorganized position with regard to its plans. Not a single fire marshal or fire chief was called into the vital consultations regarding necessary steps to be taken, declared the speaker, who strongly assailed the present administration for its lack of forcefulness and its delay in pressing defense matters. POST WAR PLAN In summing up his patriotic purposes in event of his election to the governship, Warren has an(Continued on page 4) Family Has Three Sons Serving With U. S. Forces Tire or sugar rationing, it's all one to Vincent Mercurio, proprietor of Valencia Market, 327 East Center street, and to Mrs. Merold Wahlberg, Orange county farm advisor, who had arranged the session, introduced the speaker, who gave a scholarly and interesting talk on the proposed California-Arizona marketing agreement. He declared that, one of the chief questions which growers face, is whether the industry might be better served by the flow of oranges under an orderly marketing agreement between the two states. He devoted the greater part of his talk to the economic aspects of the question rather than the equity, pointing out that while growers may control the supply of fruit, they have no control over the demand. It is his opinion that regulated shipments would relieve the industry's present situation. Wellman spoke again Tuesday afternoon in Santa Ana. Women Are Needed To Contact Homes In Salvage Drive Are Anaheim women going to permit women of nearby cities, to surpass them in their faithfulness to patriotic duties? That was the question which Civilian Defense Salvage Chairman A. L. Raymond was revolving in his mind today, as he considered the few names of women volunteering to work in the drive. The government's need for scrap metals, old rags and rubber is desperate. While the recent rubber drive may have collected the bulk of such scraps from Anaheim households, there is no question but what every home in the city could produce quantities of scrap metals and old rags, declared Chairman Raymond. "We need at least 250 women," he explained. "All that we ask is that they visit homes in their block and ask residents to pledge themselves to save scrap materials for the salvage trucks which will call later. Surely there isn't a woman in the city who would not be willing to give a single afternoon to the needs of her country in this emergency." Raymond's committee has arranged with junk yard owners for the temporary storing of salvaged material, and with men to make collections. All that is sufficient to buy enough bonds to put a few Nazis on the picture!" That was the first statement made today. William Gathas, genial proprietor of the Oyster Loaf cafe, where Mrs. Gathas donated all proceeds from last Saturday's business, to purchase war bonds. Saturday was a red letter at the Oyster Loaf in more than one. It not only obeyed the 33rd anniversary of the founding of the local business but it was a house-warming well. For the cafe is newly modeled after having undergone a fire earlier in the season. Hundreds of Anaheimers opportunity to inspect the house somely re-decorated interior joy the fine fare set forth, offer their congratulations to and Mrs. Gathas. At first dinners were not certain when they were in a cafe or a floral establishment, so many and beautiful were the basket flowers sent by scores of internefriends. "We had just one fault to with the opening," today decoded Mrs. Gathas. "We were unable get enough help to handle crowds, and it was necessa both of us to help out, so couldn't be hosts and offer greetings." Every penny that was run in the cash register during day and evening, was invested war bonds, so that every time register jingled, it started and that will resound on battle fights of the world. Two C of C Board Members ElecteTo Fill Vacancies Two names were added to directorate of Anaheim Chamber of Commerce at yesterday's signing of the board under president A. C. Riutcel. Dr. H. A. J. Ton was appointed to fill out unexpired term of Judge Tausch, who resigned on action of his health. Ray Reafs was named to fill the vacancy created when A. F. DeWitt ried because of board member conflicting with his dutiful exalted ruler of Anaheim BPOE. Reafsnyder was immedan named chairman of the formed merchants' com Family Has Three Sons Serving With U. S. Forces Tire or sugar rationing, it's all one to Vincent Mercurio, proprietor of Valencia Market, 327 East Center street, and to Mrs. Mercurio, for they have three of the best reasons in the world for not objecting to the strictest rationing. The three reasons are their three sons, all in the service of their country. Private Mario Mercurio, eldest of the brothers, is in the Air Corps and is stationed at Camp Kern, near Salt Lake City, Utah. Lieut. Blas Mercurio, also in the Air Corps, is now stationed at Atlanta, Ga. He was home on a few days' leave over the Fourth of July. Amadeo, youngest of the three, and latest to enter his country's service, is with the Tank Corps at Fort McArthur. All three brothers went through Santa Ana schools, where Blas was a star athlete at junior college. He completed his college work and received his degree at Redlands University, in preparation for becoming an athletic coach. He coached and taught at March Field before being transferred to the Atlanta base. In addition to their patriotic sons, Mr. and Mrs. Mercurio boast of a son-in-law, Staff Sergt. E. F. Thues, who is "Somewhere in Austraila" with one of Uncle Sam's Photo and Mapping squadrons. Mrs. Thues (Mary Jo Mercurio) is making her home with her parents "for the duration." that they visit homes in their block and ask residents to pledge themselves to save scrap materials for the salvage trucks which will call later. Surely there isn't a woman in the city who would not be willing to give a single afternoon to the needs of her country in this emergency." Raymond's committee has arranged with junk yard owners for the temporary storing of salvaged material, and with men to make collections. All that is needed is for public-spirited women of the city, to set the wheels in motion so that Anaheim may compare favorably with her sister city of Fullerton. There, woman volunteers have already completed their task and the drive is well under way. Volunteers may telephone Chairman Raymond at Anaheim 2248. Well, Well, Doctor! Better Get a Horse Many a tale of drama is recorded on the police blotter of any city. But there is special poignancy to be found in a recent entry on the Anaheim police blotter. It is a very modest and unostentatious entry, to the effect that "Dr. Erwin H. Kersten reports that his burro is lost. It is brownish-black, and wore a halter." In ordinary times the loss of a burro would not be of such great moment. But in this Year of Our Lord 1942 R. S. (Rubber Shortage), it is little short of a calamity for a busy medico to lose such a valuable means of locomotion. So if you have a little burro in your home, report it to Police Chief J. S. Bouldin without delay, so the genial doctor may meet his calls. Reafsnyder was immediately named chairman of the formed merchants' company which will investigate all new city merchants and their chandising campaigns. So with him will be Victor G. Oscar Renner, T. W. Stuardton Mason and Mrs. Mabel terson. Chamber executives have ed the use of their rooms in city hall, to the U. S. Navy Navy recruiting office on Monday and Tuesday, August 17 and Chief Signal Officer Edward hab of the USN; will be both days to receive young of the community who enlist in the Navy. City Buildings Now Have War Insurance In the event of an invasion the Southland with possible showering down on the city damage done to city-ownederty such as city hall, jail buildings, etc. will be covered insurance, following action this week by the city council. A coverage of war damage surance to the approximate of $376,000 was decided up council members. This willtect street and public servicepartments as well, including pumps and their equipmentany automotive equipmentcess of five cars. ZETTE 2nd Year "America Does Not Face a Crisis, But a CHALLENGE!" AUGUST 13, 1942 NUMBER 46 City’s Proceeds for Oyster Loaf Help Uncle Sam We’ve been too busy to total today’s proceeds yet, but we’re in of one thing. There is interest Grows in Details of New Wire Industry Brought to City Through C. of C. Initiative Interest continues to mount in the new impetus given local business conditions, by the decision of the Essex Wire Corporation of California (a branch of the big Detroit corporation) to establish its Pacific coast plant in Anaheim, on recently purchased property on North Patt street. City Council Deals With Finances at Latest Meeting Much of the routine business confronting the City Fathers at the weekly council meeting Tuesday night in the city hall, pertained to financial reports for the period ending July 31. Among these were the Metropolitan Water District taxes which were certified to the county auditor, to be added to the county tax rolls. City Treasurer A. G. Tuma's report showed that the city's general accounts showed a balance of $146,559, while the total of all funds in the treasury, was a sum in excess of $183,947. An indication of the healthy condition of the city, was the fact that outstanding delinquent property taxes for the entire year totaled only $3,633.34. Building remained virtually at a standstill with Building Inspec The property, former site of the old Anaheim Sugar company, consists of ten acres, and the several brick and steel buildings which will form the plant, represent a floor area of approximately 35,000 square feet. The total investment in land, buildings and equipment will be in the neighborhood of $500,000. The plant will be served by the Santa Fe railroad. The Essex company is well known to the nation's electrical industries as manufacturers and fabricators of copper products, especially copper wire of all sizes and various types of insulation. Essex Corporation officials have expressed the opinion that establishment of the Southern California plant will make their products more readily available for both war and peace time needs of electrical equipment manufacturers, contractors and dealers. In the beginning, production will be confined to electrical conductors for aircraft, shipbuilding and armament industries, all arising out of war needs. to buy enough war bonds to put a few Nazis out of picture!" That was the content statement made today by Sam Gathas, genial proprietor of the Oyster Loaf cafe, when he Mrs. Gathas donated all proceeds from last Saturday's business to purchase of war bonds. Saturday was a red letter day for Oyster Loaf in more ways than one. It not only observed the 3rd anniversary of the foundation of the local business house but was a house-warming as well. For the cafe is newly re-released after having undergone the earlier in the season. Hundreds of Anaheimers took opportunity to inspect the hand-held re-decorated interior, enclosed fine fare set forth, and gave their congratulations to Mr. Mrs. Gathas. At first entry, nurses were not certain whether they were in a cafe or a florist's establishment, so many and so faithful were the baskets of letters sent by scores of interested friends." We had just one fault to find in the opening," today declared Mrs. Gathas. "We were unable to enough help to handle the bonds, and it was necessary for us to help out, so we didn't be hosts and offer greeting all our friends." Every penny that was rung up on the cash register during the evening, was invested in the bonds, so that every time the master jingled, it started an echo that will resound on battle fronts around the world. Two C of C Board Members Elected To Fill Vacancies Two names were added to the directorate of Anaheim Chamber Commerce at yesterday's meeting of the board under presidency A. C. Riutcel. Dr. H. A. Johnsnyder was appointed to fill out the expired term of Judge Frank Rusch, who resigned on account of his health. Ray Reafsynder named to fill the vacancy dated when A. F. DeWitt resign because of board membership conflicting with his duties as chief ruler of Anaheim lodge DE. Reafsynder was immediately hired chairman of the newly formed merchants' committee. Former Merchant Called by Death In Los Angeles Details have reached Anaheim friends, of the death in Los Angeles on July 16, of Charles Jacobson, aged 82, former long-time resident and well-known merchant of Santa Ana. He was the husband of Mrs. Flora Jacobson, a native daughter of Anaheim. Mr. Jacobson retired from business life a number of years ago, and had made his home in Los Angeles for the past several years. He was survived by Mrs. Jacobson and one daughter, Geraldine. Mrs. Jacobson was the former Miss Flora Davis, daughter of Gustav Davis, who with his brother Phillip, conducted a pioneer produce and grocery business and various types of insulation. Essex Corporation officials have expressed the opinion that establishment of the Southern California plant will make their products more readily available for both war and peace time needs of electrical equipment manufacturers, contractors and dealers. In the beginning, production will be confined to electrical conductors for aircraft, shipbuilding and armament industries, all arising out of war needs. A. C. Riutcel, Chamber of Commerce president, Mayor Charles Pearson, O. E. Hanson and Joseph B. Collings formed the committee working with CC Secretary John M. Johnston, in carrying out negotiations. School Opening Is Discussed By Toastmasters "Shall the Schools Delay Opening until October 12 as Requested by the Associated Farmers?" was the table topic at the regular meeting of the Toastmaster's club Tuesday night in the Marigold cafe. Toastmaster for the evening was George Hedstrom and in charge of the table topic was Paul Demaree, principal of Anaheim high school. An interesting discussion was held among the teachers, farmers and teacher-farmers present. All agreed that a survey should be made to find out how many students are working now. Talks of the evening were given by Dr. C. O. Patterson, whose subject was, "The Enemy Within Our Gates;" Royal Marten, "What is News?," and LeRoy Ater, "What's Behind an Egg?" Critic was Earl Smith. Leonard Schwocafer presided during the business session. Citrus Belt Buses Run Two Sections In order to meet the increased demand for additional bus service to the Douglas Aircraft plant, the Citrus Belt bus line operated by Loren W. Smith, today announced the addition of a second bus to both morning and afternoon schedules. These buses, starting at Ontario, serve the Anaheim and Fullerton areas as well. The two double runs leave Anaheim bus station at Letter From Former Anaheim Comes To Gazette From Outpost of Pacific From distant Midway Island came a message this week, addressed to the Gazette, and filled with that courage that we have learned to expect from our boys who are doing such valorous work in those far island outposts of the Pacific. Its writer is John C. Nevin Radio Mechanic First Class, of the United States Submarine base on Midway, a son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles A. Nevin, 815 South Philadelphia street. Here is the letter which arrived by Clipper: "I guess you must be rather surprised to receive this letter from away out here. So I'll get on with what I am writing about—and for. "Firstly, I am an Anaheim lad myself, and out here we have a little newspaper called the "Gooney Goonette," named after some of the characteristics of the island. This paper is made up and printed by the members of our Base. "I am enclosing a clipping from our paper, because due to restrictions, I am not allowed to enclose a complete copy. But I hope that it can find a spot in your newspaper. If you can use it, it would be greatly appreciated if you would send me a copy that I might show to our editors, and also get the latest news from Anaheim and surrounding towns. "Yours sincerely, John C. Nevin. The letter itself was interesting, as coming from a local boy so far from home. But even more interesting was the clipping he enclosed, for it carried a message of courage that is needed by families at home as well as boys at the front. It reads: "A CHALLENGE "We take issue with all those who claim that America today is facing a crisis. We don't like the sound of the word. It sounds (Please turn to page 8)