anaheim-gazette 1944-12-21

AND THE FARMER CRAWLER TRACTORS STILL TIGHT California's 1945 first quarter quota of crawler tractors for agricultural use does not provide any grounds for optimist in the opinion of Stephen Griset, chairman of the Orange County AAA Committee. He compared the new state quota of 151 machines with the authorized releases of 208 units in the fourth quarter of 1944. According to WPB reports, the Armed Services continue to take eighty-five percent of the output of tracklaying tractors and indications are that heavy military demand will be the rule in the unforeseeable future. In spite of the tightness of the crawler tractor situation, a thousand units have been released to California farmers during the current calendar year. In the first quarter 204 releases were made but in the second quarter the figure jumped to 237 and in the third quarter another rise to 295 units, making a total for the year of 944. In addition, a small number of track-type conversions for standard wheel tractors has been released. Griset pointed out that on an over-all type national basis, practically one machine in five available for agricultural use in the nation has been released in California. EGG PRICE SUPPORT ANNOUNCED A producer price of 27 cents a dozen as a minimum for candled eggs has been announced by the War Food Administration. The price will be supported by purchases from dealers upon certification that they in turn have paid no less than the support price to producers. In areas where marketing facilities for purchasing candled eggs from producers cannot be made available, a minimum producer price of 24 cents a dozen was announced. In these areas the War Food Administration will stand ready to purchase eggs from farmers at 24 cents a dozen, straight run. Purchasing agents will be designated in all areas prior to the beginning of the season of heavy egg production. However, it is hoped that candling facilities can be provided in all areas. To avoid storage and transportation difficulties encountered in 1944, due to poor condition of shipping cases and packing material, WFA purchases in 1945 will be on the basis of good used cases (complete with tops) or in new fiber cases. In addition purchases of dried and frozen eggs will be undertaken to the end that all sections of the country can be covered by price support protection. MID-TERM FARM CENSUS BEGINS JANUARY 8 When the regular five-year agricultural census conducted by the Bureau of the Census gets underway on January 8, special emphasis will be placed on enumeration of all large farms, according to advises received here by Stephen Griset, chairman of the Orange County AAA Committee. Accuracy and completeness of the census totals are keynoted in the survey reports which in general will be finished by March 15. Wartime conditions place a premium on these two factors, due in part to sharp shifts in production, labor, and facilities to meet war needs. LUMBER SUPPLY TO BE SHORT Farmers who will have a definite need for lumber early in 1945 are being urged to obtain at least a portion of their requirements before the end of the present quarter. Lumber for distribution on farmer's lumber certificates through State and County AAA Committees during the first quarter of 1945 will be approximately 75 percent of the fourth quarter. Merry Christmas To Each of You WISHING YOU ALL THE HAPPINESS WHICH MAY BE CONTAINED IN AN OLD FASHIONED AMERICAN CHRISTMAS SPECIAL CHRISTMAS DINNER TO BE SERVED CHRISTMAS DAY HOURS FROM 11 A.M. TO 2 A.M. CHUNGKING CAFE 323 E. CENTER - ANAHEIM 4519 WITH THE COMING OF THE LUMBER SUPPLY TO BE SHORT Farmers who will have a definite need for lumber early in 1945 are being urged to obtain at least a portion of their requirements before the end of the present quarter. Lumber for distribution on farmer's lumber certificates through State and County AAA Committees during the first quarter of 1945 will be approximately 75 percent of the fourth quarter 1944 allotment. Deliveries from mills may also be slower next year. About twice the normal seasonal decline in lumber production occurred from August to September in all major lumber-producing regions. Labor and equipment shortages have affected production generally, and undoubtedly will continue for a number of months. In some areas, the decline was due to heavy rainfall, and in others to dry weather which aggravated fire hazards. BITS AND PIECES Because of their poor quality and spotty distribution, the few used passenger car tires still in the hands of tire dealers were removed from rationing by the Office of Price Administration on December 4. Regional research laboratories of the Department of Agriculture are contributing importantly to the war effort by developing substitutes and replacements from arm products for The season to which we have been looking forward has arrived and with it the happy experiences of renewing old acquaintances and the opportunity of expressing our feeling of friendship to those whom we serve. It's not a normal season, to be sure. But it remains for those of us at home to maintain the true spirit of Christmas that those who are in distant points may eventually return to the normal American way of life. We are proud of the heritage of Christmas and as the season approaches, we extend to you, and to those dear to you, wherever they may be, a Merry, Merry American Christmas. THE PARKER HOUSE 122 E. CENTER — ANAHEIM ANAHEIM GAZETTE Elenora A. Parker, Prominent Citizen, Taken by Death Miss Elenora A. Parker, prominent resident of Anaheim, passed away at her home at 509 West Broadway street, last Saturday after an extended illness. She was born in Anaheim on February 18, 1879, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Parker. Her mother was the former Miss Barbara Kraemer, of the well-known pioneer county family, and prominent in its present-day activities. She had resided in Anaheim for 65 of the 66 years of her life, that one year being spent in Long Beach where she graduated from high school, the other years of her schooling being spent in this city. After her graduation from the local schools, Miss Parker attended the State Normal in Los Angeles where she fitted herself for her life work, teaching. Many are the citizens of this city who were students in her classes and who deeply appreciate the guidance and spiritual aid they received from her. Miss Parker was a teacher for nearly thirty years in the public schools and held a life membership in the Parent-Teacher's Association. She had a great love for her students and was deeply interested in their futures. Her spiritual understanding was of great comfort to her and to the students throughout her teaching career. She was most active until the past few years when illness forced her to retire, was a past Regent of the Daughters of the American Revolution and also a member of Citrus Industry Turns Waste Into Valuable Product LOS ANGELES—In continuous operation twenty-four hours a day on a seven day week throughout the past year, The Exchange Orange Products Company plant at Ontario shows net returns in excess of $4,400,000 — somewhat less than 1943 because of the smaller volume of fruit available for processing. Manager Herbert S. Bailey in his annual report points out that concentrated and natural strength canned orange juice sold for military and Lend-Lease purposes by the Sunkist affiliate in the past season was equal to 4,110,000 gallons of fresh juice. In the previous year, an even greater amount was delivered to these war agencies. Labor shortages, critical throughout much of the year; were lightened by the aid of army men from nearby bases. Working only a few hours per day—or week—they were an important factor in preventing serious delays in production or shipping. Urgent military demands for orange products were constantly ahead of deliveries. Demand for pectin far exceeded the capacity of the plant though the pectin division has been in continuous operation for the past three years. To keep pectin production up to capacity requires 125 tons of oranges per day, and the past year's production of this important wartime product by the Products Company exceeded one million pounds. In contrast to the early years of the industry when orange pulp was largely a waste product often requiring considerable expense for its removal, since 1938 the Exchange plant has sold 35,000 tons of dried orange pulp as cattle feed and now has orders for the next six months output. Sell your surplus articles through a Gazette "For Sale" ad. He was born in Nebraska and had been a resident of Anaheim for forty-nine years. Left to mourn his passing are his widow, Millie Remland; two sons, Melvin D. Remland of Fullerton and William H. Remland with the armed forces; one daughter, Mildred D. Remland at home; six sisters, Mrs. Mary Betker and Mrs. Minnie Redlich both of Oregon, Mrs. Augusta Marshall of Lakeport, Mrs. Lydia Bartchard, Mrs. Hulda Stark and Mrs. Amelia Stanway, all of Anaheim; two brothers, Otto A. Remland of Orange and Carl J. Remland of Anaheim and two grandchildren. He was a member of the Bethel Baptist church. Funeral service will be held this afternoon (Thursday) at 2 o'clock at the Bethel Baptist Church with the Rev. P. G. Neumann, pastor of the church, officiating and interment will be in Anaheim cemetery. Funeral arrangements are in charge of Hilgenfeld mortuary. TO RECEIVE GAZETTE Mr. and Mrs. Harry W. Peirce of Mosier, Oregon, will receive the Gazette for the next year as a gift from some very close friends of this city. They were residents of Anaheim until about ten years ago. Mr. Peirce was manager of M.O.D. for a number of years and Mrs. Peirce was very active in club work. Greetings are sent from their many friends here. DEHYDRATED FOOD SERVED OVERSEAS A full course, palatable dinner, utilizing any of more than 22 different dehydrated foods can be made by overseas "Gee-Eye" cooks, the Ninth Service Command Quartermaster declared today. L. A. BUSINESS HITS ALLTIME PEAK Business in Los Angeles hit an alltime peak, soaring to 175.1 percent of normal during the month of November, according to a survey by the chamber of commerce. During the same month 22 new factory enterprises were started and 30 plants were expanded involving capital investments of $825,000. It may be assumed that this condition prevailed in proportion throughout this surrounding area. Safe and Sure YOUR WAR BOND Dollars It's An Old American Custom This idea of wishing friends a Merry Christmas—but one to which we look forward—year after year. We are grateful to our many friends and it is to you that this message is intended. BEST WISHES TO ALL! SUPERIOR RADIO & MUSIC PAUL DAVIDSON 308 W. CENTER — ANAHEIM BEST WISHES TO ALL! SUPERIOR RADIO & MUSIC PAUL DAVIDSON 308 W. CENTER — ANAHEIM Season's Greetings To Our Anaheim Friends Another Yuletide season has rolled around, and once again the staff of the Southern County Bank wishes everyone a Merry Christmas. The past year has seen great advance in business and agriculture in this area, and while some of it has been due to wartime activity, we feel sure that the regular course of progress in Orange County will continue as it has in the past. To that end we offer our services and extend our very best wishes for the New Year and the future it will bring. The Southern County Bank To that end we offer our services and extend our very best wishes for the New Year and the future it will bring. The Southern County Bank SINGS AND A FULL HAPPY LIFE TO ALL OUR FRIENDS AND CUSTOMERS. Fabian's 148 E. CENTER ST., ANAHEIM