anaheim-gazette 1943-12-02

IN THE DAYS OF LONG AGO Extracts from files of The Gazette Issued a Half Century and a Quarter Century ago. These files contain the only Authentic History in Print of the Daily Doings of the Citizens of Anaheim and Orange County in the Days of the Pioneers. 25 Years Ago December 5, 1918 After many years of hoping, striving and losing, advocates of a city park are now visioning a light ahead. The sudden ending of the war, has presented an opportunity they are not slow to grasp. The government urges all communities to get busy on improvements. Money will be pleniful, millions of men are returning from war to the field of labor. A resolution presented at the last meeting of the board of trade by J. F. Ahlborn was the first step toward a municipal park. It was proposed that a committee get busy and secure options on a suitable site. The library block on which options for a civic center were formerly held is the location in view. This is bounded by Los Angeles, Broadway, Lemon and Center. It is said the property can be secured for less than seventy thousand dollars. Whether the present idea chrystalizes into a civic center proposition or not there is little doubt that the people of Anaheim will cheerfully vote for the creation of a park commemorative of the brave deeds of our boys who helped to destroy autocracy and establish liberty throughout the world. The new telephone building on North Lemon street is nearing completion and the work of installing the necessary equipment will commence shortly. It makes a very attractive building for the Lemon street business district. 50 Years Ago December 7, 1893 The "Santa Ana" which started up some days ago and has continued with slight intermission up to the present writing, Wednesday afternoon, is the most disagreeable one of the season. A number of brush fires have been burning in the foothills and elsewhere making the weather most disagreeable. This is enough of the wind Mr. Weather Clerk, thanks, give us some rain. Company G at its parade last Thursday appeared to better advantage than ever before. The boys marched with more precision and were better soldiers than at anytime since the formation of the company. All of which should be a very great feather in Capt. Halpin's hat. It is reported that Judge Montgomery who is associated with Judge Pope as council against the irrigation district has given his opinion that the complaint in the injunction proceedings to be heard by Judge Towner tomorrow is defective and cannot stand. If Judge Towner should sustain the demurrier, the case will be the third consecutive victory of Judge Brousseau over Judge Pope. The various Grand Jury committees have completed the work assigned them and on Monday the Jury went into session with investigation of the causes for the collapse of the Bank of Anaheim. Several witnesses were examined. (NOTE: If you have a son in any branch of the armed forces or a daughter in any of the women's army services, The Anaheim Gazette would like to have new notes about them. If they are home on leave, if they write or interesting incidents of army life or if they should be taken prisoner of war, etc., etc; please call The Gazette, phone 2206, and give an item for this column. Their friends will appreciate it too. Clients this column and enclose it with your letter when you write them.) The new telephone building on North Lemon street is nearing completion and the work of installing the necessary equipment will commence shortly. It makes a very attractive building for the Lemon street business district. The Ebell society met at the Masonic Temple on Monday afternoon. A good attendance is reported. The meeting opened with singing the Star Spangled Banner, after which Prof. F. R. York delivered an address on "The Great Pyramid." After finishing the regular business the meeting closed with the singing of America. Mrs. Elmina Dorr has received word that her son, Edward Dorr, died at Lovelock, Nevada on Saturday, Nov. 23, at the age of 39 years. His brother Charles Dorr was with him. Mrs. Dorr is a sister of Mrs. Louisa Boege. Sunday was the 73rd birthday anniversary of W. H. Kennedy and the occasion was celebrated by the family. His daughter, Mrs. Ray Fisher, arranged the dinner which was enjoyed by sixteen persons. The retail merchants association elected new officers at the regular meeting Friday evening. They are: President, A. H. Witman, vice-President, H. J. Efker, Treasurer, O. H. Renner, Secretary, J. Lloyd Moore. Directors, A. H. Witman, H. J. Efker, O. H. Renner, B. L. Goodrich, F. T. Edmiston. Oscar Dorn came up from San Pedro to spend Thanksgiving with Anaheim friends. Oscar is on the Beaver, which is sailing this week for southern waters. John Rasmussin is also a member of the Beaver's crew. Mrs. Mary Everhardy died at her home on West street on Monday. Mrs. Everhardy came to Anaheim from Leavenworth, Kansas in 1887. Her husband Jacob Everhardy died several years ago. She leaves five children, Ernest, now living in Canada, Jacob, whose home is in Washington, Mat of Los Angeles, Mrs. John Rimpau of Los Angeles and Miss Anne, who resided with her mother. After funeral services at St. Boni- The various Grand Jury committees have completed the work assigned them and on Monday the Jury went into session with investigation of the causes for the collapse of the Bank of Anaheim. Several witnesses were examined including Messrs. Plez James, Bartlett, Horr and Alex Wright who experted the books. It will probably be a week or two before the Jury makes a report. Judge J. E. Bacon of San Juan Capistrano returned from an Eastern trip last week. Judge Bacon is one of the historic figures of this region, having been identified with its growth for many years, and holds a warm place in the affections of the people of this valley. We are pleased to learn that he returns in good health to resume his duties as "Chief Justice" of that unique village, almost the last remaining stronghold of the pastoral days of California, where he and the Illustrious Alcalde Egan hold joint and several sway over a happy and primitive people. Those who were present at the Episcopal church last Sunday afternoon had the pleasure of hearing, beside the usual discourse by the Rector, Rev. Robinson, a full choral service including Magnificat and Nunc Demittis, by Brunet in F., and the anthem "Over the stars there is Rest" (Franz Abt) by Mrs. Stafer, who is a very charming singer. Hymns Nos. 5 and 484 were also rendered, as well as responses. Tallies in D. The annual election of a Board of eleven Directors for the Savings and Loan Association was held on Saturday at their rooms in the Odd Fellows block. Eight hundred and fifty three votes were cast and the following first named eleven gentlemen were chosen: J. H. Bullard 763, H. A. Dickel 763, J. P. Zeyn 733, H. A. McWilliams713, Jos. Helmsen 678, W. R. Harker 628, Wm. Dunlap 624, B. R. Grogan 620, F. Backs 591, R. Melrose 490, C. Albrecht 458, C. Wommer 308, W.F. Middleham 258. The new Board will meet next Saturday evening to elect officers and appoint committees. INTERESTED IN MASCOT Cpl Gerald Gover has recently written to his friends here that the main interest to himself and buddies is their mascot dog "Wiggles" who has recently had a litter of 6 puppies and that it is necessary to feed them with eye droppers He says that it is the guard's duty to feed them every two hours as that each man in the outfit is dressed a puppy for his personal possession. His address is Battery C 256 A.A.A. (A.W.) Battalion San Francisco 9. EXTRA HEAVY DUTY Pictured in a recent issue of the field magazine "Armored Sgt Don Suhr of Anaheim," written that he is listed as an "extra head-duty man" due to his size which in the neighborhood of 6' 5" are 285 pounds He says that he makes the headlines wherever he goes because of his size He is not stationed in Colorado but said that if his application for schooling to become a staff sargeant accepted, he will be transferred to a different field and outfit He anxious to hear from his friend and sends his address; Order Room 766 Technical School S Buckley Field, Colorado. RENT FRENCH ESTATE An interesting letter has recently been received by friends here from Cpls J. R Myers and Fran Dtesch of Anaheim who are stationed somewhere in No. Afra Cpl Detsch writes that the enlisted men in their outfit have formed club and rented a large French estate complete with dance halls swimming pool, gardens and tennis courts There are 500 members in the club and they have capital of $3,000 He has been elected to represent his company on the board of directors. His address is 3202 Ordnance Company, APO 600, care of P.Master New York City.Cpl Myers address is 3102 O.B. Armed vehicle MT Battalion, APO 600, office of Postmaster, New York City. FINISHES AIR COURSE CORPUS CHRISTI, TEX. Richard Terrence Moolick, son Mr. and Mrs. Charles J. Moolie of RFD 1, Box 160, Anaheim graduated from the Naval Training Center, Corpus Christi Mrs. Mary Everhardy died at her home on West street on Monday. Mrs. Everhardy came to Anaheim from Leavenworth, Kansas in 1887. Her husband Jacob Everhardy died several years ago. She leaves five children, Ernest, now living in Canada, Jacob, whose home is in Washington, Mat of Los Angeles, Mrs. John Rimpau of Los Angeles and Miss Anne, who resided with her mother. After funeral services at St. Boniface church yesterday, the remains were taken to Los Angeles for burial in Calvary cemetery. The trustees of all Orange county cities will meet with the Fullerton Board of Trade, on Tuesday next, for the purpose of considering an outfall sewer to the ocean. Workmen are putting the finishing touches on the new front of the Henry building on West Center street. Now with the Kroeger and Dreyfus buildings set back the work of widening the street will be complete. Lieut. Ernest Clabaugh wired his parents Sunday that he is on the way home. Caught on the fender of an automobile and dragged underneath the car for fifty feet on Thursday, Dr. C. D. Ball is in the Santa Ana hospital suffering from serious injuries. It will be a month or more before he will be able to attempt even partially to resume practice. Influenza has laid a heavy hand on the family of H. C. Cordes. The entire family of seven members were stricken at the same time. On Thanksgiving Mrs. Annie Cordes, his wife, passed away. Funeral services were held at Backs and Terry's parlors Monday afternoon, Rev. Schmelzer officiating. The social and literary club held its semi-monthly meeting at the home of the Misses Hannah and Retta Smith in Orangethorpe on Monday evening. Henry Strodthoff is president, Mrs. Cora Lewis first vice-president, Miss Retta Smith, second vice-president, Miss Hertha Meyer, treasurer, Ed Schultz secretary. The club has a membership of 32. E. J. Botsford has arrived in Placentia from Chicago and will erect a barn on his ranch north of John Wagner's and intends to move a horse from Carlton. He will improve the place which consists of 40 acres. Born-In this city, Dec. 5th, to the wife of Johnny Matter, a girl, weight 8 pounds. Death-In Salem, Oregon, Nov. 29, 1893, Mrs. B. H. Bancroft of Orangethorpe, a native of Ohio, aged 63 years. Check over your stock of printing supplies and let us have your order for needed items, now please. Anaheim Gazette, Phone 2206. His address is 3202 Ordnance company, APO 600, care of Permanent New York City. Cpl Myers address is 3102 O.B. Armed vehicle MT Battalion, APO 600, office Postmaster, New York City. FINISHES AIR COURSE CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS. Richard Terrence Moolick, son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles J. Moolick of RFD 1, Box 160, Anaheim, graduated from the Naval Training Center, Corpus Christi and was commissioned an enlistment in the U.S. Naval Reserve. He a graduate of the Fullerton, CA Jr College. NAVY ENLISTMENTS FROM ORANGE COUNTY F. A. Cochran, recruiter; charge of the Orange County NRecruiting Station announced day that during the month October more young men of age enlisted in the Navy from ange County than any month year. These young men voluntarily after securing their parents consent and according Cochran a majority have passed their 17th birthday. Many of the new applicants dicate a desire to make the Na career because they realized Navy offers months of unexceeded physical and mental training, lily and healthful living and al- More Twenty Five Years After Bud Sackett had a bout with the flu last week. During his illness Milton Moore acted as engineer for the street sweeper. The city schools opened Morning after an enforced vacation cause of the flu. Mr. and Mrs. Robert McKeen Whittier were guests of Mrs. Williams of East Center street Sunday. Capt. C. S. Trout gave the visitors a motor ride. December 2, 1943 R BOYS IN THE COLORS and THEIR SISTERS IN THE COUNTRY'S SERVICE C: If you have a son in each of the armed forces,ighter in any of the womany services, The Anaheim would like to have news about them. If they are on leave, if they write of long incidents of army life, they should be taken prisoner, etc, etc; please call The phone 2206, and give an answer this column. Their will appreciate it too. Clip cumn and enclose it with letter when you write them. GREETINGS Eugene Brady, formerly head at the Mutual Citrus company, has sent seaeetings to his friends from there in Australia", and like to hear from them. His is 1066 A.A.A. Gun Bat-Battery A—APO 927, caretter San Francisco. TESTED IN MASCOT Gerald Gover has recently met his friends here that the interest to himself and bud-their mascot dog "Wiggles" has recently had a litter of dogs and that it is necessary them with eye droppers. ALL the backing of the people of the United States. These young men joining the Navy have the opportunity to become rated men in one of the fifty different jobs each one as interesting and important as the next. Those who were sworn in during the last two weeks of October were as follows: Willard Alexander Martin, 173 S. Lemon St., Orange; Harwood Canaday, 315 N. McClay St., Santa Ana; Harold Arnold, 512 Bernord St., Costa Mesa; Jack R. Iverson, 532 Hamilton St., Costa Mesa; Norman William Schweitzer, 2574 Eldon Ave., Costa Mesa; Conway Carter, 500 Citron St. Anaheim; Robert Newton Faires, 2139 Cypress St., Santa Ana. Raymond C. Fairrington, 473 N. Walnut St., Garden Grove; Maximo Perez, 208 Franklin Ave., Santa Ana; Robert R. Moan, 111 Hathway St., Santa Ana; Albert G. Weber Jr., 1022 S. Parton, St., Santa Ana; Leo Edward Donaghe, 1024½ S. Main St., Santa Ana; Stuard Lanter, 406 D. St. Tustin; Gaylon Edward Hughes, 2070 S. Broadway St., Santa Ana; Phillip Richard McGraw, 612 N. Golden St., Fullerton; Keith Eugene Dawson, 720 French St., Santa Ana. F. A. Cochran urges all parents of young men 17 who desire information concerning the opportunities and advantages of the Navy to call the Navy Recruiting Office in the Post Office building in Santa Ana. TRANSFERRED HERE Aviation Cadet Marvin P. Thompson jr., of Anaheim has recently been transferred to the Santa Ana Army Air Base from Tempe, Arizona. His new address is A/C Marvin P. Thompson, jr., 39286371; Squadron 62, Flight C.-Pilot; Santa Ana Army Air Base. HOME ON LEAVE Jerry Nesmith, son of Mr. and Farm Labor Office Provides Help For Grove Heating As the winter season approaches, many citrus growers give thought to orchard heating and are making plans for work involved in placing heaters in the orchard and firing them in emergency temperatures, according to George R. Wells, manager of the Farm Labor office. In order that the Agricultural Extension Service Labor office may be of help in this work, Wells states that his office is cooperating with a number of schools in Orange county, endeavoring to organize groups of boys who will be available on short notice to go out and fire the heaters. In enlisting boys to do this work, one problem is transportation, as few students have cars. Transportation of workers will be a responsibility of the grower. With the Valencia crop 100% harvested and the 1944 crop well along, the Farm Labor office services are free to all growers in assisting with problems in the vital food crops. The office is located at 414 W. 5th St., Santa Ana. The telephone is Santa Ana 6473. Old Time Resident Passes Away Sunday Living in and around Anahi for the past 40 years Chris Kemper, 80, passed away at home, 856 South Walnut street Sunday, November 28. He born in Illinois. He is survived by three sons John of Anaheim; Arthur Fritz of Newport Beach; daughters Mrs. Fred Marsa and Bellflower and Mrs. George field of Anaheim; seven great children. Funeral services were conducted at the Backs, Campbell and K bars funeral chapel Tuesday morning at 10:30 o'clock. Rev. V. K. Ledbetter of Co-formerly of the Anaheim Cal Baptist church, conducted the services. Interment followed in Anaheim cemetery. All-Stars Selected For Orange County Dorothy Beavers, a member the Magnolia Girls 4-H Club Robert Hight of the Olive Billies Club, were selected after 1943 outstanding club members for Orange County, and they be delegates to the State Star" Conference to be held Berkeley during Easter week. Dorothy has been active in club for six years during time she has enrolled in clothing project, home furnishing and the production of rags During the past year she has ducted all three projects verycessfully while acting as assis leader. Robert has also been a member of the Hillbillie group for years during which time his TRANSFERRED HERE Aviation Cadet Marvin P. Thompson jr., of Anaheim has recently been transferred to the Santa Ana Army Air Base from Tempe, Arizona. His new address is A/C Marvin R. Thompson, Jr., 39286371; Squadron 62, Flight C.—Pilot; Santa Ana Army Air Base. HOME ON LEAVE Jerry Nesmith, son of Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Nesmith of 309 North Resh street, is home on a few days leave. He is a cook on a submarine and has just returned from a tour of duty in the South Pacific. CLASSIFICATION SPECIALIST Corporal Evelyn Hunton of the Marine Corps writes from Cherry Point, North Carolina, that she is now working as a classification specialist and finds the work most interesting as it deals mainly with statistics concerning the service men and women who are going overseas from that point.. She would be happy to hear from her many friends here and mail will reach her at Barracks 225-1 MCAS, Cherry Point, North Carolina. Prior to her enlistment she was secretary to Leo Friis. PVT. ASPELIN TO BALTIMORE FORT DES MOINES, IOWA — Pvt. Lorraine Mae Aspelin, of 131 W. Elm Street, Anaheim, was a member of a Women's Army Corps unit which recently left First WAC Training Center, here, for duty with the Army at Holabird Signal Depot, Baltimore, Md. WAC units now are at work with the Army on more than 268 posts in all 48 states, the District of Columbia, and overseas. The expanded WAC training program is resulting in a rapid increase of supplemental troops, the WAC members of which are taking over more and more Army jobs. CHRISTMAS LINGERIE With glamour robes like this she'll want to "sit by the fire". And here is just one from our huge collection of robes in every color, style and handsome new fabric. Dorothy has been active in club for six years during time she has enrolled in clothing project, home furnishing and the production of rags. During the past year she has ducted all three projects verycessfully while acting as assistant leader. Robert has also been a member of the Hillbillie group for years during which time his HES AIR COURSE CORPUS CHRISTI, TEX. and Terrence Moolick, son of and Mrs. Charles J. Moolick, D 1, Box 160, Anaheim, has stated from the Naval Air ing Center, Corpus Christi, was commissioned an ensign U. S. Naval Reserve. He is graduate of the Fullerton, Calif., College. ENLISTMENTS MIL ORANGE COUNTY A. Cochran, recruiter in of the Orange County Navy writing Station announced tothat during the month of eer more young men of 17 enlisted in the Navy from OrCounty than any month this These young men enlistd tarily after securing their consent and according to an majority have just their 17th birthday. any of the new applicants ina desire to make the Navy deer because they realize the offers months of unexcelled local and mental training, haped healthful living and above Twenty Five Years Ago Sackett had a bout with you last week. During his illMilton Moore acted as enforer for the street sweeper. city schools opened Monday an enforced vacation beof the flu. and Mrs. Robert McKee, of were guests of Mrs. Ella rams of East Center street, on ay, Capt. C. S. Troutman the visitors a motor ride. this she'll want to "sit by the fire". And here is just one from our huge collection of robes in every color, style and handsome new fabric: ROBES GOWNS SLIPS Tailored or lace trim — white and tearose. HOSIERY Our stockings come in the most fashion-right new colors. Give Hosiery this Christmas! OTHER SUGGESTIONS Dresses - Suits - Coats - Blouses - Bags - Millinery A Small Deposit Will Hold Your Purchases 'Til Christmas LAURETTA DRESS SHOP 116 WEST CENTER PHONE 3907 Time Resident Passes Away Sunday Being in and around Anaheim the past 40 years Christian Ober, 80, passed away at his home, 856 South Walnut street on Tuesday, November 28. He was in Illinois. He is survived by three sons, of Anaheim; Arthur and of Newport Beach; two sisters, Mrs. Fred Marsau of Flower and Mrs. George Hatton of Anaheim; seven grandchildren and three great grandchildren. General services were conducted at the Backs, Campbell and Kaulfuneral chapel Tuesday morning at 10:30 o'clock. The V. K. Ledbetter of Colton, early of the Anaheim Calvary priest church, conducted the service. Interment followed in the Anaheim cemetery. Old Resident Of Anaheim Passes In Portland, Ore. Old time friends of J. Archie Hollingsworth, at one time cartoonist and author of a comic strip in the Anaheim Gazette, will regret to learn that he passed away at his home in Portland, Oregon, on Monday, November 22. He came to Anaheim in 1901 and was with The Gazette 35 or 40 years ago and was also cartoonist for the Los Angeles Examiner. His parents, the late Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Hollingsworth, who will also be remembered by many of the older residents here, moved to Portland with their son shortly after the San Francisco fire. He is survived by a wife and two grown daughters, three brothers, Lt. Col. A. H. Hollingsworth retired, of Long Beach; George L. Hollingsworth of Gridley, Cal., and T. H. Hollingsworth of 325 East Broadway, Anaheim; and three sisters, Miss Alma Hollingsworth and Mrs. Aimee Worrell, both of Portland, and Mrs. Arzella Bay of Holmesville, Nebr. Mr. Hollingsworth was one of eight brothers and sisters, all born on the old family homestead in Nebraska, where Mrs. Worrell still lives. Army Map Service In Plea For Data On Foreign Lands Residents of Anaheim today were urged to launch a cellar-to-tattic search for foreign maps, vitally needed by Uncle Sam's armed forces. Cooperating with the Army Map Service, the Automobile club of Southern California this week completed arrangements whereby the 50 district offices of the motoring organization will serve as collection depots for material located in the southland. Because of the greatly magnified scope of the war and its penetration into remote areas, a new urgency impels the search for foreign maps, Army Map Service leaders point out. Sought as gifts or on loan basis are materials published by foreign governments or institutions on areas outside continental United States of the type indicated below: Street plans, city maps, maps of towns, villages and harbor plans, topographical or geological maps (1:1,000,000 or larger), set maps, aerial photos, road maps, atlases, guide books, dictionaries, encyclopedias, lexicons, yearbooks and census reports. To minimize unnecessary submissions, it is earnestly requested that account be taken also of what is not wanted by Army Map Service. This list comprises maps of the United States and British governments, National Geographic Society, domestic maps and small scale maps. Read The Gazette, Anaheim's newspaper "bible" since 1870. Read, use Gazette Want ads. Christmas Gift Suggestions Wearable Gifts Are Best For Wartime Giving — and to Back Every Mother’s Son — Give WAR BONDS — the Present With A Future! Stripes Foulards Crepes Monotones TIES of harmonizing new colors and design. In the very newest materials. Handkerchiefs REALLY FINE Colored borders, hand drawn borders and lavish monograms to select from! SOX A SOLE-FUL GIFT THOUGHT! Please him down to his toes — with a pair, or two, or more of our excellent ribbed hose. They’re soft, smooth, and the nicest way we know to get him over having “cold feet”. ROBES • CHRISTMAS • CHEER — will be his with a lounging robe as shown above. A wide selection of smart colors, sure to make a hit with him. SHIRTS BELTS Please him down to his toes — with a pair, or two, or more of our excellent ribbed hose. They’re soft, smooth, and the nicest way we know to get him over having “cold feet”. * CHEER — will be his with a lounging robe as shown above. A wide selection of smart colors, sure to make a hit with him. SHIRTS Billfolds THE IDEAL GIFT! Latest “new features”. 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