anaheim-gazette 1944-05-11

Southland Farm Output Hits All-Time High In Cash Value of Agriculture For the fifth consecutive year, Southern California agriculture in 1943 topped its preceding year's record, as values of crops and livestock products soared to a new all-time high of $685,841,373. The agricultural department of the Los Angeles county Chamber of Commerce released the story of this outstanding wartime achievement today, stating the total valuation is $170,000,000 or 33 per cent higher than the record set in 1942. With acreage approximately that of 1943, farmers scored their colossal accomplishment, the report pointed out, as a result of a patriotic urge to produce food to win the war. Largest gains were in cabbage, dry onions and spinach, all of which advanced more than 100 per cent in revenue. Increases were reported in all other crops except green beans, peas and chili peppers. Fruit yield advanced likewise, returning $255,839,969 for an increase of 50 per cent over the previous year, with production upped 65,700 tons despite the loss of 7000 acres mostly planted to truck crops. All except strawberries advanced in value, with best gains recorded in apples, dates, grapes, olives, pecans, plums, prunes and... The agricultural department of the Los Angeles county Chamber of Commerce released the story of this outstanding wartime achievement today, stating the total valuation is $170,000,000 or 33 per cent higher than the record set in 1942. With acreage approximately that of 1943, farmers scored their colossal accomplishment, the report pointed out, as a result of a patriotic urge to produce food to win the war. Particularly, the report praised the effort put forth by agriculturists when confronted by problems which in other than a time of national crisis might have been viewed as insurmountable. These problems, it was said, mainly were an acute labor shortage, inexperienced help and lack or scarcity of equipment and materials. Although gross returns represent highly increased revenue, the farmer's net incomes were offset by elevated production costs caused by higher wages for labor and upped prices for machinery, seed, fertilizer and almost all other overhead. In a few scattered instances, low yields, poor sales prices and the inability to obtain workers at harvest time, caused farmers to sustain actual monetary losses. Truck crops made the largest valuation gain, returning $128,319,694, an increase of 51 per cent over 1942. More than 4000 additional acres were planted, with production increasing 164,- California Leads All States In Value And Diversity of Agricultural Products "California ranks first in value of agricultural crops, yet is tenth among the states in proportionate agricultural research. In relation to crop values, Florida invests more than three times as much. "Just prior to the war, industrial research totaled 250 million dollars per year in the United States. By comparison there was invested in agricultural research only forty million dollars. During the three year period starting with 1937, expenditures for industrial research exceeded those of agriculture for the entire 43 years since 1900." These were among the revealing statements by Robert W. Hodgson, assistant dean of the College of Agriculture, speaking at the weekly meeting of the California Fruit Growers Exchange directors and assembled growers. "We are in a vulnerable spot. We can make little use of research in other states because of our wide variety of crops and conditions under which they are grown," declared Dean Hodgson. "California produces more kinds of crops than any other state and because of high production costs our farmers are largely specialists. In postwar planning for our agricultural industries, we must prepare to meet changing conditions and competition from other states." Water rot of the navel orange, granulation of valencias and internal decline of lemons are among the industry problems that California citrus growers must face. Dean Hodgson emphasized the necessity and importance of carefully planned research in effec- invested in agricultural research only forty million dollars. During the three year period starting with 1937, expenditures for industrial research exceeded those of agriculture for the entire 43 years since 1900." These were among the revealing statements by Robert W. Hodgson, assistant dean of the College of Agriculture, speaking at the weekly meeting of the California Fruit Growers Exchange directors and assembled growers in the Sunkist building, Los Angeles. Water rot of the navel orange, granulation of valencias and internal decline of lemons are among the industry problems that California citrus growers must face. Dean Hodgson emphasized the necessity and importance of carefully planned research in effectively combatting these problems. They Are Small But They Are Effective A park of 40 MM guns in England waiting for the invasion day. Quick firing and highly mobile they give our enemies gray hair when in action. This is War Bond money in the concrete. Buy more War Bonds because war eats up guns and machinery as well as manpower. From U.S. Treasury Sixty-five per cent of the total prosecution of the war con­tonnage of overseas shipping for sists of petroleum products. 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 Dally Doings of the Citizens of Anaheim and Orange County in the Days of the Pioneers. 25 Years Ago May 15, 1919 At 9:15 o'clock Saturday night the whistle at the power house began to blow, and for a quarter of an hour blew its loudest announcement to all within sound of its voice that Anaheim had again demonstrated the patriotism of its citizens and their royalty to the boys in khaki and blue, by fulfilling the demands of the government in subscribing to the Victory Loan all that was asked of it and then some. Anaheim has made an enviable record in all of the drives—and can particularly pride herself on the result of the last campaign as our quota was raised without personal solicitation by the working committee. The advantages of the $125,000 jetty which recently has been constructed at Newport Bay was demonstrated Saturday when a seventy-five ton ship (submarine chaser 307) 100 feet long, came in at low tide. This feat would have been impossible but for the improvements. It is hoped the presence of the ship will help in 50 Years Ago May 17, 1894 Some of the beet patches west of town are coming splendidly. Tim Carroll's patch near the southern Pacific depot being one of the loveliest spots in all the neighborhood. Some of the patches southwest of town are not looking so well, the lack of rainfall and the west winds having retarded their growth, and in places made a second seeding necessary. The Board of Directors of the water company met in special session on Saturday afternoon, when they went into executive session on the matter of the bonds to be issued by the company. When they rose they determined to cement the continuation of the East street ditch along Santa Ana street to the western limits of town and beyond. Bids for the work will shortly be called. Thirteen-hundredths of an inch of rain fell on Monday evening, and but for the prevalence of a raw west wind, the precipitation would probably have amounted to more. Rain fell heavily in the Republican Women Asked To Volunteer Their Help In Pre-Election Campaign An appeal was made today by Mrs. J. J. Dwyer, newly elected president of the Women’s Republican club of Anaheim, to all Republican women to volunteer their services and assist in some way with the pre-election campaign work now in progress. “There are many tasks the women can do, such as checking the lists of voters, handling the campaign literature and encouraging the voters to cast their ballot on election day,” Mrs. Dwyer said. “This is one of the most important elections this country has ever faced and the Republican women have a duty to perform in helping to maintain a government of personal freedom and freedom of enterprise that has made this country great,” Mrs. Dwyer said. In order to organize for the detail jobs that must be done between now and election day, May 16. All women who have been identified with the organized Republican party, and all others who will affiliate and help are requested to volunteer for duty. With the prospects, at best, for a light vote next Tuesday, Mrs. Dwyer wishes to impress upon the members of the Republican club the importance of maintaining their interest in the political situation. She believes women will enthrone behind the program they can be of much during the next few months. Officers of Re-instated Recent Meetings At a recent meeting A. R. organization, the past year were re-instated these bays Mrs. Emma Karlena Mrs. Charles Pearls and corresponding sora A. Parker; th David Toms; history Sheridan; chaplain Gibbs; registrar Mrs. chert and librarian Easton. The meeting was home of Mrs. Emma North Lemon street mutual business session of the various co-workers of the afternoon Mrs. Karlena was in session. The organization by the death of one loved member, Bailey, who received away. The papers of Mr. minguez for membership D. A. R. organization received and will be advisement according The name of Miss received for members were also placed in the membership con- Hostesses for this The advantages of the $125,000 jetty which recently has been constructed at Newport Bay was demonstrated Saturday when a seventy-five ton ship (submarine chaser 307) 100 feet long, came in at low tide. This feat would have been impossible but for the improvements. It is hoped the presence of the ship will help in the camaign of floating a bond issue of $500,000 to develop the harbor still further. The boat came in through the old channel, which has been improved by the jetty, and anchored at Balboa pavilion. The trip was made from San Pedro for the purpose of picking up a torpedo which some fisherman found and towed into the harbor. The torpedo was taken aboard the chaser and returned to San Pedro last night. The officers and men were guests at luncheon of A. B. Rouselle, President of the Balboa Chamber of Commerce. J. A. Porter, president of the Newport Beach Chamber of Commerce and Lew Wallace, president of the First National Bank. Capt. A. C. McHenry was in charge of the submarine chaser, the other officers being Ensigns J. H. Cordes and Bair. There are 20 men in the crew. A. S. Bradford, Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Holcomb and Dr. and Mrs. Deming returned on Tuesday from an automobile trip to El Centro and other points in Imperial county where they spent several day on a business mission. Vic LaMont reports good progress being made on his apartment house now under construction at Lemon and Chartres streets. The building will be modern in every particular and when finished will be one of the finest in the county. A. Pierotto was in town yesterday from his ranch in the Placentia neighborhood. He states that the report made public some time ago that he had leased his ranch for oil is incorrect. Many of his neighbors have leased receiving a bonus of $500 per acre. Dean Hanson has taken a position as driver for the laundry. Dean has recovered from a severe accident wherein he had a bad fracture of his arm while engaged in labor for an oil company issued by the company. When they rose they determined to cement the continuation of the East street ditch along Santa Ana street to the western limits of town and beyond. Bids for the work will shortly be called. Thirteen-hundredths of an inch of rain fell on Monday evening, and but for the prevalence of a raw west wind, the precipitation would probably have amounted to more. Rain fell heavily in the early part of the evening, but later the showers were light. The total for the season is 7.08 inches. Last year we had 16.41 inches to date, and the year before 7.78. The rain will help the beet crop, though if it had been an inch it would have been better. Ed Kraemer last week sold four hundred sacks of barley to Gary Bros., and the same number of sacks to Stone & Goodman for $1.10. Some weeks ago he was offered 65 cents, but waited for an advance in the price. He sold 100 tons of hay to Jake Stern for $10 per ton, and the same day Jake turned the entire lot over to Los Angeles parties for $12 per ton, clearing $200 by the transaction. Last Saturday evening Oscar Zeyn was so unfortunate as to step and fall heavily on the cement sidewalk near Fitz's while on his way home, removing the cuticle from his nose to the extent of about an inch and his left optic received a bruise from the effect of which it remained closed all of the next day. "Rocks" thinks that the City Fathers ought to provide better street lights, so that belated pedestrians could at least have half a fighting chance with uneven sidewalks. Some of our citizens are agitating the construction of a public park and race track. It is something our enterprising people should look after and see that the project is perfected. A number of our residents have blooded race stock and a race course would enable them to speed their animals and otherwise make the place a source of pleasure to the people generally. Albert V. Smith and Miss May Clark were married last Saturday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Holman on Eighth and Hill streets, Los Angeles, Rev. W. A. Barr tieing the nuptial knot. Miss Clark Dean Hanson has taken a position as driver for the laundry. Dean has recovered from a severe accident wherein he had a bad fracture of his arm while engaged in labor for an oil company. Dr. W. W. Adams and J. L. Shepard left Wednesday for Hermosilla and Guaymas on a six weeks trip. They go by way of Yuma, Tucson and Nogales and expect to be on the road five or six days. William Starbuck, F. C. Kraused and J. N. Anderson have been appointed appraisers of the estate of Domingo Bastenchury, deceased. Articles of incorporation have been filed by the Orange County Produce Association, a co-operative non-profit association with Fullerton as its principal place of business. The directors are C. L. McComber of Buena Park, Ernst Borchert, Anaheim, W. H. Kennedy Jr., and O. W. Broody, Stanton, and Ray D. Trapp, Fullerton. Frank Tausch, who recently purchased the residence of Leopold Nemetz on North Olive street, moved his family into the new home Monday. The Anaheim Union Water company is building a six room bungalow on its property at the corner of Placentia and Orange-thrope avenues: It will be occupied by W. F. Schumacher, who will be employed as pumper at the company wells on this property. Albert V. Smith and Miss May Clark were married last Saturday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Holman on Eighth and Hill streets, Los Angeles, Rev. W. A. Barr tieing the nuptial knot. Miss Clark is the daughter of Jos. Clark of this city and Mr. Smith is one of our popular young men. The young couple will make their home in this city. The Griffith Lumber company have a large quantity of lumber in their yards at the end of Center street than for a long time past, but Mr. Brown informs us the lumber business is dull. Fred Crist has just received a new stack of spring and summer goods which he is ready to make up into fashionable suits. Keep your money at home and patronize Crist and get a good fit in clothes made up in the latest style. Secretary Blennerhassett of the Water company informs us that the water sales up to yesterday amounted to $1,167.79 for May. In April they amounted to $2,400, and if the sales for the rest of this month shall make the total for May $2,000, the aggregate sales at this time for the season will have been more than the total sales all of last year. Arthur Porter left last week for San Francisco, whence he goes on a trip into Oregon and Washington in search of a place to locate. Rev. J. J. Pedromo of Chicago, brother of Dr. Pedromo of this On Asked To Volunteer Re-Election Campaign situation. She believes that if the women will enthusiastically get behind the program of their club they can be of much assistance during the next few days. Officers of D.A.R. Re-instated at Recent Meeting At a recent meeting of the D. A. R. organization, the officers of the past year were re-elected and re-instated these being: regent, Mrs. Emma Karlen; vice regent, Mrs. Charles Pearson; recording and corresponding secretary, Eleora A. Parker; treasurer, Mrs. David Toms; historian, Mrs. Leo Sheridan; chaplain, Mrs. Frank Gibbs; registrar, Mrs. Ernest Borchert and librarian, Mrs. Homer Easton. The meeting was held at the home of Mrs. Emma Karlen at 502 North Lemon street with the usual business session and reports of the various committees the work of the afternoon. The regent, Mrs. Karlen, was in charge of the session. The organization was saddened by the death of one of their beloved members, Miss Grace Bailey, who recently passed away. The papers of Mrs. Laura Dominguez for membership in the D. A. R. organization were received and will be taken under advisement according to by-laws. The name of Miss Rose was received for membership and these were also placed in the hands of the membership committee. Hostesses for this meeting were Orange County In Lead In Navy Recruiting Contest The Orange County Navy recruiting station is leading the "unlimited quota" contest for the month of May. Jerry Hover, recruiter in charge, received this report from Lt. Comdr. L. D. Blanchard today. Orange county is entered in the "B" (Battleship) league in competition with Bakersfield, Glendale, Compton and Burbank. Contest standings are based on the three recruiting programs open at this time, namely: voluntary enlistment of 17-year-olds and men 38 to 50½, women for the WAVES, and the Radio Technician Training (Eddy Test) for men 17 to 50½ inclusive. Tremendous interest in the future of electronics has resulted in fifteen men qualifying in the Eddy Test. This quick start for May has sent Orange county soaring to the top in the contest. The successful candidates for the ten months of Radio Tech Training are: Bill J. Burgess of Anaheim; Walter J. Cadman and Roger C. Hope of Fullerton; Arthur B. McBride and Kenneth L. Mongrain of La Habra; Gilbert St. John Alden of Solana Beach; Grover M. Bryant, Eugene H. Cloyes, David E. Hunt, Dean C. Kibler, Samuel T. McNeal, and Keith Tantlinger of Santa Ana; Arthur Vetch, George R. Hailey, and Bonner M. Maxey of Laguna Beach. Those interested in taking the Eddy Test or information on the subject should immediately contact the recruiting station, Post Office Building, Santa Ana. INFANT BORN Mr. and Mrs. Erwin Krage of Olive, are the parents of a baby daughter, born at the St. Joseph hospital on May 2. Job Printing, Gazette, Phone 2206. FACTS About The Superior Court Judgeship About The Superior Court Judgeship 1. The untimely passing of the brilliant and beloved Judge G. K. Scovel caused a vacancy on the Superior bench of Orange County. 2. After great deliberation and careful consideration of the qualifications of every available attorney in Orange County, Governor Earl Warren appointed Raymond Thompson of Fullerton to the bench until the next General Election. 3. Now at the May 16th Primary Judge Thompson is asking the voters of this county to elect him for a full term...to approve Governor Warren's appointment. 4. There is no place in the entire realm of government, where humanness, patience, kindliness, fairness and knowledge of the law is more important than on the Superior court bench. Governor Warren's good judgment has been indicated by the performance of Superior Court Judge Raymond Thompson since he has filled this office. 5. Except for the office of Fullerton city attorney, Judge Raymond Thompson never has sought public office. He is definitely NOT the perennial politician type. As Governor Warren said: "In making the non-political appointment of Raymond Thompson, I have carefully selected a man whose qualifications, background and age give great promise of a long and brilliant judicial career." 6. Judge Raymond Thompson has been a resident of Orange County for 33 years, attended Fullerton Public Schools and the University of Southern California, where he received his law degree in 1927. His parents, Mr. and Mrs. O. M. Thompson, are from Middle West farm families, and have resided in Fullerton since 1911. He is married and has a daughter and son. He is an Orange and Avocado grower. 7. Judge Raymond Thompson holds the only elective office in Orange County (except for the four supervisors) which is NOT filled by a resident of Santa Ana. Judge Thompson's opponent is a resident of Santa Ana. Surely North Orange County is entitled to ONE representative in the county offices. Judge Thompson has every qualification a Successful, Honest, Fair, Calm, Judicial, Kindly Superior Court Judge should have. Play safe: BIG REASON MONES ARE SCARCE U.S.S. Missouri, most powerful will carry about 1200 telephones, wire, and a ship-wide battle. Tele Sam launched 568 warships resources lengthen their communication advance—and you will realize deeper into the war day by day. Need everything the Bell System telephone equipment, but many real weapons as well. Preserve facilities. But since the program started in 1940, the number of phones in service has increased by The reserves are about used up. Just now—and we're doing every list from getting longer. Crowding switchboards beyond renovating equipment that can't be easily facility into service. Able to get a telephone, we're order as soon as we can. Bonds for Victory NIA TELEPHONE COMPANY Telephone 2101 lerton since 1911. He is married and has a daughter and son. He is an Orange and Avocado grower. 7 Judge Raymond Thompson holds the only elective office in Orange County (except for the four supervisors) which is NOT filled by a resident of Santa Ana. Judge Thompson's opponent is a resident of Santa Ana. Surely North Orange County is entitled to ONE representative in the county offices. Judge Thompson has every qualification a Successful, Honest, Fair, Calm, Judicial, Kindly Superior Court Judge should have. Play safe: Vote to RETAIN YOUR SUPERIOR COURT JUDGE RAYMOND THOMPSON at the May 16th Primary Raymond Thompson SUPERIOR COURT JUDGE HEAR JUDGE THOMPSON SPEAK OVER KVOE MONDAY, MAY 15, 6:30 P.M.