anaheim-gazette 1942-08-13

ANAHEIM GAZETTE Established 1870 HENRY KUCHEL, Editor and Publisher 1887-1935 Mrs. Henry Kuchel Theodore B. Kuchel Editors and Publishers The Anaheim Gazette has been owned and edited by the same family since 1875. Published every Thursday at 259 East Center Street, Anaheim, California. Subscription Per Year, $2.00 — Six Months $1.00 Entered as second-class matter at the Post Office at Anaheim, California, under the Act of March 8, 1879. Our "First Line of Defense" All of us have wondered from time to time, as to when and how invasion forces might strike at our Southland. To all of us, the phrase "Military secret," has become an accepted commonplace, so we haven't even thought of seeking information as to how Uncle Sam maintains guard along the coast. So it was a very pleasant surprise to have definite information on the subject, released this week from the public relations office at San Pedro of the Eleventh Naval district. "Southern California won't be caught napping!" That is the reassuring message that the district gives to Southland residents. Reason for this certainty lies in the fact that the chain of small islands lying off the California coast, offers the finest protection that may be asked. On these lonely little islands, formerly a favorite haunt of hunters and fishermen, the U.S. Navy maintains patrols which keeps a 24-hour watch for enemy planes and submarines. The watchers are stationed on the highest point that each island boasts, and are equipped with binoculars with which to keep a careful watch over the blue skies and the bluer sea. The Navy patrols are further equipped with powerful two-way radios, with which reports on movements of ships and planes as well as weather observations are made at stated intervals. Furthermore if anything at all suspicious is sighted, it is immediately investigated and reported. The Navy believes that it would be virtually impossible for a Jap submarine to put into one of these remote island harbors for re-fueling or to pick up a possible cache of provisions. For in addition to scanning sea and skies, the Navy men on guard make regular inspections of island beaches. Men on these lonely outposts serve from six to nine Santa Ana USO Unit Opens Tomorrow Formal opening of Santa Ana's newest USO unit will be signaled by open house to civilians tomorrow and Saturday from 2 p.m. on, it was announced today by the reception committee consisting of Mrs. H. A. Howard, Mrs. Mac Guttman and Mrs. Arthur B. Wade. Anaheim residents are cordially invited to drop in and acquaint themselves with the facilities and meet the volunteer hostesses and staff. Dedication will be held Saturday evening at the initial party and dance in honor of enlisted men at the Santa Ana Army air base. The new center, located at 315½ North Main street and functioning in coordination with the existing USO unit at Sycamore and Church streets, will serve to meet the increasing needs arising from the expanding military program. Facilities include family hospitality listings, games, message recording free canteen and information service comprising transportation room registry and events in Los Angeles. L. A. Acqueduct Is Patrolled by Riders Reading like annals of the old west, was an interesting article in a recent issue of the Christian Science Monitor. For it dealt with the fact that the miles of wilderness stretches of the Los Angeles water system, are now being patrolled by men on horseback, as a means of saving 100,000 tire-miles of rubber a month. Thirty-seven horses have already hit the trail in this project. The Navy patrols are further equipped with powerful two-way radios, with which reports on movements of ships and planes as well as weather observations are made at stated intervals. Furthermore if anything at all suspicious is sighted, it is immediately investigated and reported. The Navy believes that it would be virtually impossible for a Jap submarine to put into one of these remote island harbors for re-fueling or to pick up a possible cache of provisions. For in addition to scanning sea and skies, the Navy men on guard make regular inspections of island beaches. Men on these lonely outposts serve from six to nine weeks at a time, and then are permitted to spend two weeks ashore. They have deliveries of mail and fresh provisions at two week intervals. Special quarters have been built on some of the islands, while on others, the Navy men live with ranchers who have leased the island for raising sheep, cattle and horses. The men are all volunteers, and final selection is on a basis of temperament and aptitude for a comparatively lonely existence. As the Naval report expresses it, "For a man with a touch of Robinson Crusoe in his makeup, it's an idyllic existence. When the men are not on duty, thre's much to see and do. Clams and abalones can be found; fishing is excellent, and crags and slopes of the islands abound with game." Check To Be Made On Speedy Drivers According to a statement issued today by Patrol Chief E. Raymond Cato of Sacramento, a further move to supervise the driving speed of motorists has been made by the state highway traffic advisory committee. Names of all persons stopped by highway patrolmen for driving at a speed in excess of 40 miles an hour, will be released to the Tire Rationing boards of the various counties. The Anaheim tire rationing board will have access to this information, whose primary use will be to check the driving record of all persons applying for new tires or retreads. Paul B. d' Orr, California State Rationing Officer, has issued an order requiring such applicants to sign a statement that they have not driven in excess of 40 miles an hour. Chief Cato has revealed that citations have been issued in California at the approximately rate of 200 a day since the order was given to stop drivers exceeding the specified speed. State Societies To Hold Reunions Southland residents who hailed originally from the four Gulf states, Florida, Alabama, Mississippi and Louisiana, are anticipating their annual mid-summer reunion Saturday in Sycamore Grove park, Los Angeles. There will be separate sections with registration by counties, for each state. Hot coffee will be served to complete basket dinners of the picnickers. On the following day, Sunday, August 16, Sycamore Grove park will be taken over by the "Show-Me" folk from Missouri. Each family group is asked to bring extra picnic fare to provide for Missourians in U. S. Army service, who are invited as special guests. Program features will be staged all day, according to the Missouri society president James A. Lang. Governor To Speak Monday in Santa Ana Appearing under auspices of Orange County Democratic committee of which Attorney Harry C. Westover of Santa Ana is chairman, Governor Culbert L. Olson is to address a public meeting Monday night at 8 o'clock in Birch park, Santa Ana. There will be a musical program, and Orange county candidates for office will Reading like annals of the old west, was an interesting article in a recent issue of the Christian Science Monitor. For it dealt with the fact that the miles of wilderness stretches of the Los Angeles water system, are now being patrolled by men on horseback, as a means of saving 100,000 tire-miles of rubber a month. Thirty-seven horses have already hit the trail in this project all of them carrying the brand "L A A" for the water system they help protect. "The Owens Valley sector nestling on the east side of the High Sierras, is receiving the major assignment as the range riders garage their 'V-Eights' and return to the saddle once more," the article states. "Riding herd to millions of gallons of water is toughening the crews which had grown soft on upholstery. While slower as a means of transport, horseback riding is already showing dividends in closer inspection." The Los Angeles water system extends fully 350 miles. In early days, during and after construction began in the 1900's, it was patrolled by riders. Automobiles gradually supplanted the horses until 1920, there was scarce a mount left in the service. Now the horse has returned and the "L A A" brand, so widely known in desert and mountain country on the Southland at the turn of the century, once more has become familiar. There are points along the route, where old stables still stand from those early days. They have again been put to use, as garages give place to barns along the route. For the first time in the history of the civil service list of employees, one man, William Hosking, according to the Monitor article, has been able to live up to the title of blacksmith under which he has always been listed. Marauders Get Away With 60 Fine Hens Mrs. J. S. Cave who lives out on Route 1, is going to find her egg supply greatly diminished. For miscreants broke into her chicken-yard during the past week, and made away with 60 fine Rhode Island Red hens. Deputies from the Sheriff's office discovered footprints of two men, but no further... Governor To Speak Monday in Santa Ana Appearing under auspices of Orange County Democratic committee of which Attorney Harry C. Westover of Santa Ana is chairman, Governor Culbert L. Olson is to address a public meeting Monday night at 8 o'clock in Birch park, Santa Ana. There will be a musical program, and Orange county candidates for office will be introduced. Marauders Get Away With 60 Fine Hens Mrs. J. S. Cave who lives out on Route 1, is going to find her egg supply greatly diminished. For miscreants broke into her chicken-yard during the past week, and made away with 60 fine Rhode Island Red hens. Deputies from the Sheriff's office discovered footprints of two men, but no further clues to date. Reward The Faithful Service of Judge Charles Kuchel By Re-electing Him as Justice of the Peace Anaheim Township Your Vote Will be Greatly Appreciated State Primaries August 25, 1942 This Space Donate by Friends of Judge Kuchel County Farmers Are Warned Of Tomato Pest Orange county farmers have received warning from Commissioner D.W. Tubbs of the county agricultural department that infestations of the tomato mite, Phollocoptes Destructor, have been found by inspectors of the department. Coupled with the warning was the advice to take prompt measures to control the pest. The several infestations found in the county were sufficiently heavy to cause damage to tomato plants it was explained. According to Commissioner Tubbs, this is the first time on record that the tomato mite has been found in Southern California. It was fifth termed a pest two years ago when it was found in tomato plantings of the Sacramento valley. Last year it was found to have done considerable damage. According to the description offered by Tubbs, the mite is very small, but has the ability to increase rapidly during summer months. It feeds on the tomato leaves, causing them to silver and eventually dry up entirely. This contributes to the decline of the plant and prevents fruit from maturing. "Control of the pest is effective and inexpensive" explained Tubbs. "Experience in other California sections has shown that repeated applications of a 25 per cent sulphur dust at the rate of 25 to 35 pounds per acre, will prevent plant damage. However, growers raising tomatoes for cannery use should consult their canner before applying sulphur whichever him used." CITY CLERK'S REPORT OF THE CITY OF AXES Statement of Cash Receipts and Disbursements July 1, 1941 — June 30 BALANCE IN HANDS OF TREASURER JUNE 30, 1941 $108,563.17 General Fund $ 5,559.46 Library Fund $13,298.85 Bond Funds $ Metal Deposit Fund Cash on Hand 501.00 58.43 RECEIPTS: July, 1941 39,000.97 66.99 Acquisition & Improvement Fund 26 August 35,510.15 52.42 Acquisition & Improvement Fund 37 September 32,735.45 80.45 Acquisition & Improvement Fund 25 October 32,140.25 68.77 Acquisition & Improvement Fund 25 November 31,853.26 6,159.97 17,422.25 Acquisition & Improvement Fund 4,308.94 20 December 37,630.95 4,611.83 13,219.42 Acquisition & Improvement Fund 1,454.77 17 January, 1942 38,035.80 329.67 711.13 Acquisition & Improvement Fund 72.40 35 February 29,719.02 118.89 191.52 Acquisition & Improvement Fund 3.64 14 March 33,921.62 377.70 916.22 Acquisition & Improvement Fund 206.60 31 April 32,314.52 3,996.11 11,108.29 Acquisition & Improvement Fund 1,216.09 31 May 30,633.04 207.33 431.22 Acquisition & Improvement Fund 122.77 25 June 33,070.54 306.37 600.84 Acquisition & Improvement Fund 264.60 34 TOTAL RECEIPTS $406,615.57 $16,376.70 $44,600.89 $7,649.81 $ 3,26 TOTAL CASH 515,679.74 21,994.59 57,899.74 7,649.81 11,47 DISBURSEMENT: July, 1941 37,071.53 1,086.19 3,400.00 19 August 43,014.60 1,831.61 23 September 24,486.45 1,260.54 614.60 24 October 49,212.22 1,415.20 9,284.25 22 November 21,196.69 1,678.51 1,050.00 25 December 27,448.01 1,248.21 4,150.00 262.94 17 January, 1942 38,193.38 1,306.96 9,900.00 603.80 16 February 22,234.98 1,459.68 3,078.10 1,118.70 16 March 29,831.17 1,525.21 7,793.25 815.47 28 April 39,756.85 1,090.38 7,793.25 815.47 28 May 21,004.42 1,382.36 3,050.00 24 June 31,738.44 1,293.70 2,775.00 4,848.90 26 TOTAL DISBUREMENTS $385,188.94 $16,578.55 $45,095.20 $7,649.81 $ 2,81 Balance in Hands of Treasurer June 30, 1942 $129,999.80 $5,329.88 $12,804.54 $8,66 CITY TREASURER'S CASH DISTRIBUTION JUNE 30, 1942 GENERAL FUND $129,999.80 OUTSTANDING WARRANTS 737.93 $130,737.73 STREET IMPROVEMENT FUND 864.00 METER DEPOSIT FUND 8,661.88 BOND & INTEREST REDEMPTION FUND NO. 6 47.79 BOND & INTEREST REDEMPTION FUND NO. 7 506.25 BOND & INTEREST REDEMPTION FUND NO. 8 63.00 BOND & INTEREST REDEMPTION FUND NO. 10 3,250.00 BOND & INTEREST REDEMPTION FUND NO. 11 2,300.00 BOND & INTEREST REDEMPTION FUND NO. 12 1,300.00 BOND & INTEREST REDEMPTION FUND NO. 15 1,312.50 BOND & INTEREST REDEMPTION FUND NO. 16 525.00 BOND & INTEREST REDEMPTION FUND NO. 18 2,100.00 BOND & INTEREST REDEMPTION FUND NO. 19 1,400.00 LIBRARY FUND 5,329.88 OUTSTANDING WARRANTS 1,293.70 6,623.56 IN LIEU TAX FUND 9,117.96 LIQUOR ENFORCEMENT FUND 637.50 SPECIAL GAS TAX STREET IMPROVEMENT FUND 24,721.13 $194,168.32 (SEAL) Filed August 13, 1942 NOR’S MANSION Records Prove City Is Law-Abiding Anaheimers are fortunate in living in a law-abiding community, according to the July report presented by Chief of Police J. S. Bouldin, when city council met this week. Of two cars reported as stolen, one was recovered. However, in contrast with this, 66 traffic violation citations were handed out. But in the 31 days there were only 35 arrests—a percentage of 1 and 4/31 a day, if you are mathematically inclined. Much Enthusiasm Accorded Candidate (Continued from Page 1) nounced that one of his first acts would be to appoint a special commission to work out a general post-war plan, which would have a two-fold purpose and effect. For in developing the state’s natural resources, this plan also would go toward solving any post-war unemployment problems to arise. Many of those who attended the breakfast, continued on to Placentia where Warren concluded his Orange county stay by addressing another large and enthusiastic audience gathered at the Bagnoll ranch. He was introduced by A. J. McFadden of Santa Ana, chairman of the Warren-For-Governor Non-Partisan committee. Warren's first public address of the two-day interval was given Wednesday night in Willard auditorium, Santa Ana. From this county, he continued this afternoon to Long Beach. County Walnut Men Will Meet Tomorrow S. F. Serr, walnut specialist of the Agricultural Extension service, University of California, and Farm Adviser Harold E. Wahlberg, will meet with the Farm Bureau Walnut Growers committee tomorrow at 1:30 p.m. at the Farm Bureau headquarters in Orange. Walnut crop and harvest conditions will be considered and discussion made whether or not the annual field day will be held this year. (Political Advertisement) CITY OF ANAHEIM AS OF JUNE 30, 1942 Receipts and Disbursements 1, 1941 — June 30, 1942 Acquisition & Improvement Fund $ 8,214.17 Meter Deposit Fund $ 8,214.17 Special Gas Tax Street Improvement Fund $14,515.90 In Lieu Tax Fund $ 7,700.24 Street Improvement Fund $ 506.00 Liquor Enforcement Fund $ 757.50 Total $159,115.29 559.43 262.50 379.00 255.00 256.88 4,308.94 1,454.77 72.40 3.64 206.60 1,216.09 122.77 264.60 $7,649.81 7,649.81 $ 3,263.33 11,477.50 $10,671.06 25,186.96 $10,295.06 17,995.30 $6,391.00 6,897.00 $2,975.00 3,732.50 $508,838.42 668,513.14 192.50 230.98 245.74 220.39 259.92 172.08 164.20 372.50 162.47 286.36 247.61 260.87 $ 465.93 $ 8,877.34 $ 8,117.96 $ 6,033.00 $ 3,095.00 $475,799.29 559.43 39,630.46 39,317.55 35,629.30 34,671.90 63,320.67 57,738.72 40,131.75 33,489.33 36,035.34 52,495.23 32,340.86 44,027.31 539.75 644.25 575.25 488.00 300.75 329.00 689.00 864.00 $2,975.00 3,732.50 $508,838.42 668,513.14 800.50 718.00 100.00 655.00 906.00 506.00 300.00 100.00 485.00 485.00 330.00 51,788.89 755.00 600.00 644.25 575.25 488.00 300.75 410.00 627.50 620.00 882.46 975.00 830.00 43,534.22 46,392.09 27,448.71 61,542.06 755.00 644.25 575.25 488.00 300.75 410.00 627.50 620.00 882.46 975.00 830.00 488.00 300.75 410.00 627.50 $ 465.93 $ 8,877.34 $ 8,117.96 $ 6, R'S CASH DISTRIBUTED BY FUNDS JUNE 30, 1942 VERIFIED BY THE FOLLOWING BANK STATEMENTS: $130,737.73 SOUTHERN COUNTY BANK—TERM ACCOUNT ... $ 14,000.00 864.00 BANK OF AMERICA (Anaheim Branch) Term Account ... 50,000.00 8,661.88 BANK OF AMERICA—CHECKING ACCOUNT— (General Fund) ... 89,068.15 506..25 BANK OF AMERICA—CHECKING ACCOUNT— (Library Fund) ... 6,623.58 2,300.00 BANK OF AMERICA—CHECKING ACCOUNT— (In Lieu Tax Fund) ... 9,117.96 1,300.00 BANK OF AMERICA—CHECKING ACCOUNT— (Liquor Enforcement) ... 637.50 2,100.00 BANK OF AMERICA—CHECKING ACCOUNT— (Special Gas Tax Street Improvement Fund) ... 24,721.13 6,623.58 TOTAL CASH ... $194,163.32 9,117.96 TREASURER'S BALANCE ... $372.10 637.50 STRRET BONDS 1911 ACT 24,721.13 DEPOSITED IN BANK OF AMERICA ... 372.10 Respectfully submitted, CHARLES E. GRIFFITH, City Clerk of the City of Anaheim.