anaheim-gazette 1942-11-12

Anaheim Stages Most Unique Armistice Parade In History Could Hitler or Hirohito have been looking down on Anaheim’s observance yesterday of Armistice Day, they would have quailed before the evidence of patriotism expressed in great truckloads of salvage materials, all designed eventually, to carry this country’s greetings to enemies. For this city took part in what was probably the most unique observance of the great patriotic holiday that could ever have been dreamed when the Armistice was signed just 24 years years ago, in a railway car on a siding in the forest of Compiegne. The observance was a city-wide salvage drive, engineered with all the care that might be given a peace-time celebration and staged with the flourish of band music and parade. Originating just a week ago in the mind of A. L. Raymond, chairman of the Civilian Defense Salvage committee, the idea was proposed to a group of representative business men and civic workers, and was accepted by the Merchants’ division of Chamber of Commerce. City merchants cooperated by closing their places of business until 1 p.m. in order that they and their employees might join in a house-to-house canvas of the city. Navy Sea bees Are Open to Men Wishing To Enlist Uncle Sam's Navy did a rushing business in Anaheim during the first week of September, when a round “baker’s dozen” of enlistees helped swell Orange county’s total of 46 men enrolling for service at the several Navy recruiting offices throughout the county. The Anaheim station, located in Chamber of Commerce building on North Los Angeles street, is open on Monday and Tuesday of each week, and it was there that the local men signed up. They were Robert Aguilar Jr., James A. Chastain, Isador Crespin, Alex M. Diaz, Douglas M. Harlow, William L. Hedrick, Kenneth V. Knapp, Charles F. Maass, David J. Naffziger, Floyd S. Peterson, Robert J. Stewart, Robert T. Tietjen and Gail Vary. The Navy’s newly formed construction regiment, the “Seabees,” draws a proud comparison with the honey bee in its ability both to work and to fight if its quarters are invaded. The Seabees are busily engaged in building the advance and mobile bases of the Navy, beyond the continental limits of the United States. Such regiments offer a wide Originating just a week ago in the mind of A. L. Raymond, chairman of the Civilian Defense Salvage committee, the idea was proposed to a group of representative business men and civic workers, and was accepted by the Merchants' division of Chamber of Commerce. City merchants cooperated by closing their places of business until 1 p.m. in order that they and their employees might join in a house-to-house canvas of the city. John Ardaiz, chairman of the truck division, had dozens of trucks manned by volunteer workers, to gather up the salvage material discovered by feminine workers aided by Boy Scouts. The city was divided into four sections, each under a captain. Wayne Griggs headed the northeast group; Harry Jamison the northwest; Merwin Taylor, southeast, and Truman Stuard, southwest. All of the salvaged material was to have been paraded through city streets at 2 o'clock, en route to the salvage depot on Claudina street. But collections so far exceeded expectations, that many truckloads had to be emptied in morning hours. But there were many more for the afternoon parade, which was led by a car from the city police department, driven by Patrolman G. C. Cheatum, followed immediately by the high school band directed by Bill Cook. "Tex" Middleton was chairman of parade plans, and B. F. Mattox, Horace (Continued on page 5) Drivers Exceed New Speed Limit Anaheim has provided a number of speed violations since the 35-mile speed limit was put into effect in October, helping swell the state's total of such violations as revealed today in Sacramento. Approximately 5,500 California drivers have been warned or charged with speed violations it was stated. However even with that number, patrol officials declared that public compliance with the new ordinance has been exceptionally good. "Most drivers appear to understand it is their patriotic duty to conserve tires," the report stated. Violation cards have been arriving from field offices at the approximate rate of 100 a day it the report submitted by that newly installed head when city council met Tuesday night in council chambers of the city hall. "All the members of the department will be retained" Chief Wilder declared today. "I have advanced Arthur U. Bowman to the post of first sergeant which I vacated to take the chief's office. Grant R. Rude is relief sergeant; James M. Pifer and Roger E. Sherman are desk sergeants. "My only appointments have been Ivan Wood and Wilford Otto as patrolmen, and Mrs. Jean Barry Groat as deputy tax collector." Under Chief Wilder's jurisdiction are also Patrolmen Gilby C. Cheatum, Earl F. Vipond, Niles Fiscus, Ralph Decker, Alfred Bennet, Harry Hughes and Joseph Miranda, with Robert Spencer, pound master and Mrs. Mona Price, police matron. Chief Wilder was appointed at last week's meeting of the city council, immediately following the resignation of former Police Chief J. S. Bouldin. Gun Club Abandons All Plans for Thanksgiving Shoot No, there will be no Thanksgiving turkey shoot for members of Southern California Arms Collectors' association (popularly known as the Gun club). Any intentions which members entertained to stage the event and duplicate the success of their early October muzzle-loader match at the Santiago Rifle range, went into the discard when the gasoline rationing program developed. The matter was discussed at the latest meeting of the association in Izaak Walton clubhouse, Fullerton, and a few of the members were in favor of rushing plans through to a meet next Sunday before rationing became effective. But the general concensus was that a meeting planned under such hurried conditions, could not be successful. William Knepp of San Fernando, association president conducted the business session of the latest meeting, after the usual survey of collector's items among the many fine firearms brought for inspection. He named a nominating committee composed of Dr. Howard Andrews, Pasadena; C. M. ("Bud") Sackett of this city. The Navy's newly formed construction regiment, the "Seabees," draws a proud comparison with the honey bee in its ability both to work and to fight if its quarters are invaded. The Seabees are busily engaged in building the advance and mobile bases of the Navy, beyond the continental limits of the United States. Such regiments offer a wide field to men with construction experience, for they are composed of mechanics, excavators, roadbuilders, carpenters, electricians, blacksmiths, riggers, cooks, bakers, drillers, surveyors, draftsmen, and various allied crafts. Physical requirements are not so rigid as for the regular Navy, so that many men are finding in the Seabees, an outlet for their patriotic desire to ally themselves with the fighting forces. It has been said that the Seabees can, when necessary, drive a nail, build a road, set up living quarters, and if need arises, sink a few enemy ships, shoot down a few planes, or machine gun anyone wreckless enough to try to invade their quarters or hinder their work. Since all ratings are open again, men who have previously applied for enlistment are advised to make a second application. Those who qualify in examinations and have work reference letters, are enlisted in ratings up to and including Chief Petty Officer with an acting appointment. The enlistment period is for the duration. Salaries range from $54 to $126 a month in addition to housing food, clothing, transportation, medical and dental care, and other incidentals to which enlisted personnel of the Navy are entitled. Co. Counsel Ogle Yields Point on Grand Jury Fees After weeks of litigation and hearings in both justice and superior courts, the question of committee fees for Orange county grand jurors has finally been settled by County Counsel Joel Ogle's abandonment of his campaign against the measure. When payment of such fees was upheld by both justice and superior courts, Ogle announced his intention of testing the issue in the state supreme court. However he Approximately 5,500 California drivers have been warned or charged with speed violations it was stated. However even with that number, patrol officials declared that public compliance with the new ordinance has been exceptionally good. "Most drivers appear to understand it is their patriotic duty to conserve tires," the report stated. Violation cards have been arriving from field offices at the approximate rate of 100 a day, it was said. Officials announced that at least 90 per cent of the cards are of violators driving in excess of 45 miles an hour. But the general concensus was that a meeting planned under such hurried conditions, could not be successful. William Knepp of San Fernando, association president conducted the business session of the latest meeting, after the usual survey of collector's items among the many fine firearms brought for inspection. He named a nominating committee composed of Dr. Howard Andrews, Pasadena; C.M. ("Bud") Sackett of this city, and Dr. Roy Horton, Santa Ana. They will present their chosen list of officers at the next meeting in Hollywood. Son of Former Anaheim Residents Gets Post On Nation’s First Diesel-Engined Craft What would be your reaction, if you were a member of the Naval Reserve, promised a 30-day leave if you passed your final examinations with good grades, and then after you had fulfilled your part of the bargain, the leave were withdrawn and you were sent instead to advanced training school? Yes, such a thing actually happened to one who might perhaps be called a "grandson of Anaheim," for he is Ernest Bustamante of Los Angeles, son of Mr. and Mrs. E.E.Bustamante of that city, and his father is a native son of Anaheim, and well known here. But the disappointment when the young Naval Reservist was denied his anticipated home visit, was more than atoned for by the honors that are coming to him. For advanced training which he has just completed in Connecticut, was a signal honor in itself, and was a reward for scoring 100 per cent perfect in all his examinations! E. E. Bustamante was in Anaheim a few days ago, renewing the friendships of his early days here, and he told the story of his 23-year-old son's achievements. Ernest Bustamante enlisted with the Naval Reserves in San Diego just last January, and made Diesel engineering his major study. When he advanced in his training at the San Diego base, he won a scholarship to Great Lakes Training school, Chicago, scoring high among 1800 young men competing. Going like a whirlwind through the Great Lakes course and approaching graduation, he was complimented on his high rating, and it was promised that if his final grades were equally high, he would be granted a 30-day leave in order to return to the Southland for a home visit. (Continued on page 5) After weeks of litigation and hearings in both justice and superior courts, the question of committee fees for Orange county grand jurors has finally been settled by County Counsel Joel Ogle's abandonment of his campaign against the measure. When payment of such fees was upheld by both justice and superior courts, Ogle announced his intention of testing the issue in the state supreme court. However he has now advised County Auditor Leslie H. Eckel that he has given up this plan "Because the courts have established that it is the custom to make such payment for work done by grand jurors." Eckel has announced that he would immediately release impounded grand jury fees. This means the distribution of $1898.93 in accumulated committee fees and general grand jury service for the outgoing grand jury. It will also leave the newly-impaneled grand jury free to pursue the usual committee investigations. The jury was impaneled last week by Superior Judge Kenneth E. Morrison, and Donald S. Smiley of Villa Park was made foreman. County Counsel Ogle had based his campaign on the presumption that grand jurors were entitled to pay only for attendance at general sessions of the grand jury. Lost Billfold Returned to Owner L. C. McMillan was able to breath a sigh of relief yesterday. After reporting on Tuesday to the police station, the loss of a brown billfold containing $60 and valuable papers including his social security card, he discovered that Anaheim citizens are honest. Mrs. Tice, 214 North Olive street, found the billfold and restored it to its owner. AHEIM GAZET The Oldest Newspaper In Orange County — Now In Its 73rd Year ANAHEIM, ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA, THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 1942 Sea bees Are Going To Men Enlist Anaheim station, located in of Commerce building on Los Angeles street, is open day and Tuesday of each year it was there that the signed up. They were Aguilar Jr., James A. Isador Crespin, Alex M. Glas M. Harlow, William Beck, Kenneth V. Knapp, Maass, David J. Nafford S. Peterson, Robert J. Robert T. Tietjen and navy's newly formed congregation, the "Seabees," proud comparison with bee in its ability both and to fight if its quarters added. The Seabees are engaged in building the added mobile bases of the beyond the continental United States. Advice Is Offered Wage Earners On Their Income Taxes Wage earners and salaried workers in this area might well follow the advice given to those in Los Angeles county by that county's Chamber of Commerce with reegard to preparations to meet income tax payments. If You Like Yams, Look at This One Paging Bob Ripley! Anaheim has a Believe-It-Or-Not that surely would command his attention. It is a giant yam of the Porto Rico variety, grown by Edwin Daly of 424 North Janss street, and which tips the scale, believe it or not, at exactly 11 pounds and 12 ounces! If seeing is believing, then you may see the big yam (and we warn you that you'll have to look twice to grasp it all) at the Anaheim Fish Market, 244 East Center street, where C. Mazza has it on display. Mazza plans to cook the yam tomorrow, and has promised a share to various interested friends—to serve baked with their white-fish. All County Farms To Be Registered Under New Ruling Wednesday, November 18, has been set as the date for beginning the registration of all farms in Orange county under direction of the County War board of which Walter Schmid is chairman. The registration is part of the national program, and has a two-fold purpose according to Chairman Schmid. The first purpose is to ascertain each individual farmer's intention of planting and to encourage the planting of crops most needed for successful prosecution of the war, and the second is to have a record of each farm to facilitate the rationing of farm supplies and to assist in meeting labor an dtransportation requirements. Two weeks have been designated as the time in which registration may be made, the period closing on December 1. The War Board has not yet decided upon location of the registration places, but will make an early announcement regarding the different points. Importance of such registration has been pointed out, since the War Board has full charge of the rationing of farm machinery and School Cafeteria Is Scene of Farm Center Meet "Keep 'em Rolling" was a general theme of motion picture screened Tuesday night for members of Anaheim Farm Center following their covered dish ner in Union high school cafetier. The picture was provided by Goodrich Rubber company was shown by L. P. Reuland, explained the process of ma synthetic rubber available cars as it was shown on screen. The dinner hour was enjoyed with members providing e salads or hot vegetable dishes augment the menu provided the Center under chairmanship Mrs. A. J. Schutte. Climax of the evening program was the 4-H Achievement availed to individual members various 4-H clubs. The young people staged an interesting onstation of their work, directed by their leaders. They were Orange Buds, Mrs. P. V. K. leader; Katella Thimble Girls of Mrs. Floyd Benson, leader; tella Farmers, Paul Andres, le er, and Loara Agricultural o Richard Clowes, leader. Assistance was given by Assistant F Advisor Ross Crane. Advice Is Offered Wage Earners On Their Income Taxes Wage earners and salaried workers in this area might well follow the advice given to those in Los Angeles county by that county's Chamber of Commerce with reegard to preparations to meet income tax payments. According to this advice, such workers should begin at once to keep detailed bookkeeping records of every cent of receipts and expenditures. "Every employer should call workers' attention to responsibilities under the new tax law" declared President C. B. Tibbetts. "The new revenue act applies to all income received this year, and many records that can be dug up now to show expenditures, will save individuals a lot of tax money. "Under the new legislation it is possible to deduct all payments made this year for state sales taxes and probably all gasoline taxes, while medical expenses in excess of five per cent of net income are deductible on income tax returns up to a fixed amount. The taxpayer must be able to produce records supporting such claims for deduction. "Unfortunately many citizens will be forced to pay unnecessary taxes next year on this year's incomes, because they have not kept records of deductible expenditures. That makes it more necessary to keep accurate accounts for the remainder of the year, and then throughout years to come in order to escape future penalties." Attention is called also to the "Victory tax" of five per cent that must be deducted from paychecks of all wage and salary earners beginning January 1. Part of this tax is to be returned after the war unless the taxpayer chooses to use the postwar credit thus established, to buy government bonds, pay life insurance premiums or retire debts. James D. Wallace Wins Navy Wings Adding another to the lengthening list of Anaheim's Naval enlistees awarded the coveted "Navy Wings of Gold" at Corpus Christi Naval Air station, is Ensign James D. Wallace, who prior to his en- Two weeks have been designated as the time in which registration may be made, the period closing on December 1. The War Board has not yet decided upon location of the registration places, but will make an early announcement regarding the different points. Importance of such registration has been pointed out, since the War Board has full charge of the rationing of farm machinery and trucks and will be given charge of the rationing of other needed commodities including fertilizers and containers, when that becomes necessary. It also has to approve electrical extensions and any farm construction above minimum limits where critical material is involved. TB Group Plans Annual Sale of Red Cross Seals This city was well represented Monday when the board of directors of Orange County Tuberculosis and Health association held an important meeting in the association headquarters in Santa Ana. For not only were Mrs. R. W. Balch, Mrs. George D. Griffith and Mrs. Homer G. Ames, board members, in attendance, but present also was Ray Yelkin, president of the student body of Anaheim Union high school. Mrs. Oliver Wickersheim, association president, called the group together to review work of the year drawing to a close, and make plans for the coming Christmas Seal sale. It was important that county high school body presidents should be present, for they will conduct educational and sales campaign in their respective schools. They included with President Yelkin of this city, Edwin Miller, Newport Beach; Bill Davis, (Continued on Page 6) Parade Chairmen Voice Appreciation A modest request for newspaper space in which to thank Anaheim mercants, school and civic leaders, and the populace as a whole, for help and the "spirit of fun" in which they cooperated in yesterday's great Victory Salvage drive, was re-made to individual members various 4-H clubs. The young people staged an interesting obstruction of their work, directed by their leaders. They were Orange Buds, Mrs. P. V. K. leader; Katella Thimble Girls of Mrs. Floyd Benson, leader; tella Farmers, Paul Andres, ler, and Loara Agricultural or Richard Clowes, leader. Assistance was given by Assistant F Advisor Ross Crane. Army Requests Full Control Of Irvine Park Possibility that the U.S.A. Army which already occupies a parish Irvine park, may take compulsory control of the 160-acre preserve has been indicated. The mahas been taken under consideration by the board of supervision following a request from the ADA that it be given full control what has long been the country favorite picnic grounds. A part of the Irvine ranch halls, and formerly known as range County park, the natural beauty spot was named Irvine park when it was presented to county a few years ago by Jas Irvine. At present the army trains fantrymen there, and following request for the entire site, matter was referred to Supervillain Smith (Orange) when the board's park committeeman. Terms of the army possessions are said to include a guaranty that the natural beauty of the park with its hundreds of acres live-oaks and sycamores, we be undisturbed; that the army pay upkeep and maintenance on an average outlay of the county, and will pay such costs water and utilities. County Counsel Joel Ogle sought to add a clause in the lea whereby the county can take p session of any buildings erected when the war ends there is no further need for them for army use. He points out that the army would no doubt exp its quarters for troops and many of the essential buildings would be usable by the coun- after the army's need has passed. James D. Wallace Wins Navy Wings Adding another to the lengthening list of Anaheim's Naval enlistees awarded the coveted "Navy Wings of Gold" at Corpus Christi Naval Air station, is Ensign James D. Wallace, who prior to his enlistment, lived at 535 Lemon street. A graduate of Fullerton junior college, Wallace attended USC before his enlistment last February. His father, James E. Wallace, now lives in Miami, Ariz. Ensign Wallace received his preliminary training at Naval Reserve Aviation base, Long Beach, and upon graduation was transferred to Corpus Christi's "University of the Air" for intermediate and advanced training. This included flight instruction, navigation, radio code, gunnery and bombing theory, and allied aeronautical subjects. He received his commission and naval aviator's wings from Rear Admiral A. E. Montgomery, commandant. Parade Chairmen Voice Appreciation A modest request for newspaper space in which to thank Anaheim mercants, school and civic leaders, and the populace as a whole, for help and the "spirit of fun" in which they cooperated in yesterday's great Victory Salvage drive, was requested today by A. L. Raymond, general chairman, and Tex Middleton, parade chairman. Their appreciation is a pleasant thing to know and to pass on to the city. But the Gazette can't refrain from mentioning that this community owes a great debt of appreciation to these men and their co-workers who made the event possible, and gave unstintedly of time, equipment and enthusiasm to make it one of the most remarkable observances of Armistice day that any American city has ever witnessed. Our hats are off to you, gentlemen! THE WAR FRONTS SECOND FRONT—Popped last week in Africa with what seemed to be perfect timing, as British and American legions were hot in pursuit of Rommel's fleeing Germans and Italians. It is unquestionably a major offensive that has the Nazis howling in bloody desperation. United States troops are moving through French Africa in what is apparently an irresistible wave. Rommel's strength is definitely broken. Timing and planning of the maneuver seems to have been superb. If carried to a successful conclusion, this campaign will have a highly important effect on the war. SOLOMON ISLANDS—Desperate fighting of the guerrilla type in the jungle. Our troops are giving a good account of themselves against the jungle-trained Japs. Material advances have been made by the on-the-belly method, but the Jap force is still well-knit and determined. RUSSIA—Stalingrad still holds like a rock. County Counsel Joel Ogle sought to add a clause in the levy whereby the county can take possession of any buildings erected when the war ends there is no further need for them for army use. He points out that the army would no doubt expire its quarters for troops and many of the essential buildings would be usable by the county after the army's need has passed. Educator Speaks At Rotary Club Luncheon Session Introduced by Paul H. Demar program chairman, Arthur Co executive secretary of South California Teachers' association was guest speaker at this week meeting of Anaheim Rotarians the Elks club. Robert H. Bo presided over the club session. "The Importance of Education in our Present World Crisis" the subject of Corey's address which emphasized the fact intellectual smartness must be added to physical strength if nation is to win the war. program was an observance National Education week. Toastmasters Aid Fullerton Program President Paul Blecher and of his fellow Toastmasters attended this week's meeting of Fullerton Toastmasters held in Killeen cafe. The local club was prominent on the speaking program with Royal Marten as chief crank Frank Kellogg as critic on talk; and Earl Smith, Dr. M. Henderson and Paul Demaree contributing to the program. ZETTE United States Marine Corps Celebrates Its 167th Anniversary NUMBER 12, 1942 NUMBER 7 School Cafeteria Scene of Farm Center Meet Keep 'em Rolling" was the central theme of motion pictures shown Tuesday night for memorial Anaheim Farm Center serving their covered dish dinners Union high school cafeteria. The picture was provided by the Rich Rubber company and shown by L. P. Reuland, who noted the process of making synthetic rubber available for use it was shown on the dinner hour was enjoyable, members providing either hot vegetable dishes to present the menu provided by center under chairmanship of A. J. Schutte. Max of the evening program the 4-H Achievement award to individual members of us 4-H clubs. The young men staged an interesting demonstration of their work, directed their leaders. They were the George Buds, Mrs. P. V. Kelly, Jr.; Katella Thimble Girls club; Floyd Benson, leader; Ka-Farmers, Paul Andres, lead- and Loara Agricultural club; David Clowes, leader. Assistant was given by Assistant Farm for Ross Crane. Dates of Gas Registration Are Advanced One Week Preparations on the part of Anaheim War Price and Rationing board to cooperate with the city schools in handling the rush of applicants for gas rationing books, have again undergone a change, with announcement from OPA officials that the date for issuing such books had been postponed until November 18, 19 and 20. Application blanks for the books have been handed out by the score at the rationing board headquarters in the Kraemer building adjoining the city hall. Dr. J. G. Hilleary, board chairman, today explained that the same procedure that was used in issuing sugar ration cards, will be followed in gas ration books, which will be given out at the several city schools. This distribution is all under the supervision of Ray Atkinson, county superintendent of schools, whose department is working out the mechanics, according to Dr. Hilleary. The latter expressed a measure of doubt as to whether the rush of applicants could be taken care of in the two-hour interval set aside each day for teachers to issue cards. Present plans for teachers to give the time from 2:30 to 4:30 each afternoon to the Crop Increase Is Asked From Local Growers Registration is being conducted this month by the Orange County War board among farmers of the county to ascertain the extent to which they may subscribe to the department of agriculture's request for increased plantings of various essential crops. Assistant Farm Advisor W. M. Cory has issued statements on the crops in which the government has asked an increase over the 1942 production in order to meet both domestic needs and lend lease commitments. Some of those listed are not suited to Orange county production, but others are produced here including sugar beets, dry beans, potatoes, sweet potatoes, alfalfa and flax. Army Requests Full Control of Irvine Park Sensibility that the U.S. Army has already occupies a part of the park, may take complete control of the 160-acre preserve, been indicated. The matter been taken under consideration by the board of supervisors, giving a request from the Army it be given full control of it has long been the county's state picnic grounds. Part of the Irvine ranch hold and formerly known as Orland County park, the natural spot was named Irvine when it was presented to the city a few years ago by James E. Patterson. Present the army trains in men there, and following a visit for the entire site, the war was referred to Supervisor David Smith (Orange) who is Board's park committeeman. Items of the army possession laid to include a guarantee of the natural beauty of the park with its hundreds of ancient trees and sycamores, would disturb; that the army will keep and maintenance costs at average outlay of the council will pay such costs as are and utilities. County Counsel Joel Ogle has not to add a clause in the lease by the county can take position of any buildings to be used when the war ends and this is no further need for them from army use. He points out that army would no doubt expand quarters for troops and that all of the essential buildings must be usable by the county the army's need has passed. This distribution is all under the supervision of Ray Atkinson, county superintendent of schools, whose department is working out the mechanics, according to Dr. Hilleary. The latter expressed a measure of doubt as to whether the rush of applicants could be taken care of in the two-hour interval set aside each day for teachers to issue cards. Present plans for teachers to give the time from 2:30 to 4:30 each afternoon to the work. When sugar cards were given out, the dates included a Saturday when it was possible to give the full day to applicants. Postponement of the date was announced from Washington, as being due to the inability to get the forms and rationing books to the west coast in time for the earlier dates specified, November 12 to 14. Wartime congestion of America's transportation system made it impossible to maintain delivery schedules in all parts of the country. It was pointed out that the necessary forms and books represented 330,000,000 pieces of printed matter. The delay gave California motorists the consolation of knowing that they would begin gas rationing with a "bonus" of four gallons of gasoline. It was explained that A books have groups of eight coupons good for a two months' period, each dating from the 22nd of July, September and November. Each coupon is good for four gallons, one week's supply, but since no ration coupons will be removed from A books to allow for the change in dates, it will provide the extra gas for each car owner. City Council Deals With Finances At Latest Session Dealing mainly with facts and figures at their meeting Tuesday night, members of the city council allowed the usual warrants and demands for the interval from October 15 to November 1, to the amount of $13,576.18. Reports showed a general fund balance of $84,142.43, and a total balance of $91,965.32. The period showed the issuing of 22 building permits, with a total value of $4,633. Three fires were reported for the interval, but none more serious than brush or wood. Assistant Farm Advisor W. M. Cory has issued statements on the crops in which the government has asked an increase over the 1942 production in order to meet both domestic needs and lend lease commitments. Some of those listed are not suited to Orange county production, but others are produced here including sugar beets, dry beans, potatoes, sweet potatoes, alfalfa and flax. The greatest crop increase request has been for flax, important both for its oil content and the by-product remaining after oil extraction which is a valuable live-stock feed. Experimental plantings of flax in two points, at Buena Park and on the Irvine ranch, have indicated that the crop might be grown profitably by county farmers. In Buena Park, Robert Cole planted approximately 40 acres, and found that the crop could be easily and profitably produced. Irvine ranch had the same results, so indications are that the county may contribute substantially to the amount of 350,000 acres set by the government, as the California goal. The state acreage for flax in 1942 was 207,000 acres. Presbyterians Plan Special Services An important five-day interval for members of First Presbyterian church was announced today by the Rev. Stanley Frederick George, pastor, as beginning with Sunday services when the guest pastor, the Rev. Kenneth Wilson, will be presented. The Rev. Mr. Wilson, area representative of the Presbyterian Board of Foreign Missions (national) will speak at both 9 and 11 o'clock services Sunday morning, and also at the 10 o'clock Sunday school hour. He will conduct a question and answer interval in connection with noon dinner served in the church social rooms for all leaders, officers and their families. At 6 p.m. he will be complimented with a buffet supper by the Young People's department, and will show colored pictures of foreign mission fields. Monday evening at 7:30 he will address young women of the Junior Auxiliary, and on Wednesday noon at a men's luncheon, will talk especially to men of the church. Postmaster Asks Full Cooperation From Everyone In City, By Mailing Yule Gifts At Early Date Hoping to avoid the terrific tangles in mail service which were encountered two dozen years ago when Christmas, 1918 found mails jammed with parcels for American soldiers overseas, the Post Office department has asked for cooperation from the public in mailing all Christmas parcels early this year. Postmaster Louis Hoskins today urged this city's participation in the movement, pointing out that if every community in the United States gave such cooperation, the regular flow of millions of pieces of mail daily to and from armed forces all over the world, would be undisturbed. "Indications are that the volume of Christmas mail will be the largest on record" stated Hoskins. "If people of Anaheim will send off their packages, Christmas cards and even letters, as early as possible it will help avoid that last-minute congestion." Belief that Christmas mails will be the heaviest in history was strengthened, according to government information, by the national figures on retail sales during September, latest month for which figures were available. At that time sales had reached a level second only to the record month of December, 1941, according to the Department of Commerce. Sales are steadily rising, and such heavy purchases always presage heavy mailings. Although the deadline is past for mailing gifts to Army and Navy personnel overseas, there is still the tremendous volume of mail to be dispatched to armed forces within continental United States. Free-mailing privileges granted members of the armed (Continued on page 5)