anaheim-gazette 1946-01-03

ANAHEIM GAZETTE Member Weekly Newspaper Ass'n of Orange County HENRY KUCHEL, Editor and Publisher 1887-1935 Mrs. Henry Kuchel — Theodore B. Kuchel Editors and Publishers The Anaheim Gazette has been owned and edited by the same family since 1875. Published every Thursday at 259 East Center Street, Anaheim, California. Phone 2206-2207. Entered as second-class matter at the Post Office at Anaheim, California, under the Act of March 8, 1897. Subscription Per Year, $2.00; 2 Years, $3.50; 6 Months, $1.25 Alaska—49th State? Not since February 14, 1912, when Arizona became the 48th state in the Union, has there been an addition to the family of states. Now the question is being asked: Will Alaska become state number 49? There is a bill in Congress to give her that status. A congressional investigating committee has indicated, however, that Alaska has not attained sufficient economic stability and political maturity to qualify for statehood. President Truman and Secretary of the Interior Ickes disagreed with this conclusion. We won't argue the question, but if Alaska is not ready for statehood due to economic reasons it is largely the fault of the United States. There has been too much exploitation of Alaskan resources and too little effort toward helpment—and she certainly wants that! Elks Welcome 1946 With Gala Ball and Breakfast Straight from the heart New Year wishes, most genuine in five years, resounded to the rafters of the Elks ballroom with over 600 members and guests tripping to that age-old melody, "Auld Lang Syne" and other danceable selections played by a 10-piece orchestra last Monday night. Victorious in its turnout and the victorious note of exhiliration evidenced by all attending, accompanied by the hilarious noise, merriment, and that rustle of serpentine, made this year's ball truly a milestone, one of the best since their origination in 1922. AN APPRECIATION---YOUR GOOD WILL To our FRIENDS, Loyal and True, to Valued New Friends and to those whose Friendship We Strive to Deserve, Do We Most Heartily Wish Unmeasured Success and Good Fortune throughout this Year and the Many Years to Come. Twenty-seven, or 77 of all strikes, occurred a day, and during that period number concerned primary questions of wages and health creased slightly. Housing Services Placements for Year Gratifying Figures for 1945 compared favorably with the previous year and four months of to veterans' services according to the report leased by Mrs. M. P. T. director in charge of this work. Mrs. Thaxton has faithfully and has spent many hours in this work that at times seemed all insurmountable task but she is to do her bit for who were serving our country spurred her on with that figures are most great. During the past month, ber, 61 applications for facilities were received of this number being waived and of the latter fourteen were local men's teen placements were made ing the average in fine even though the past month the housing service office for a two days holiday. Applications and plans for 1945 averaged approximately the same as in 1944. Re the figure for the past year proximately 965 couples individuals made applicant living quarters. Of this 430 couples or 860 ind were placed in rooms, apart and houses in Anaheim. Placements are dropping little as veterans are being and other returnees are permanently located. This to the fact that more m being returned from foreign and are requesting hous them and their families. and to those whose Friendship We Strive to Deserve, Do We Most Heartily Wish Unmeasured Success and Good Fortune throughout this Year and the Many Years to Come. With Grateful Appreciation for all the Favours Received by US from Them, and for that Priceless though Intangible Asset... Your Good Will...which We Esteem Beyond Measure. ALCOTT & SONS 259 WEST CENTER ST. PHONE 4648 ANAHEIM, CALIF. When Shopping Please Visit Our Store FOR YOUR ELECTRIC WORK— Anywhere—Anything Electrical—24-Hour Emergency Service STATE LICENSED JOSEPH A. LIEB EVERYTHING ELECTRICAL 111 East Chartres St. Anaheim PHONE 4621 ANAHEIM GAZETTE IN THE DAYS OF LONG AGO 75 Years Ago JANUARY 14, 1870 On Wednesday last a large number of farmers of Anaheim township collected at the Planters hotel in this city to arrange a plan of united action against the stock-range curse with which they have been so long afflicted. The meeting was organized by the calling of J. B. Stone to preside, and Mr. M. W. Kern, secretary. A committee on resolutions was appointed after which the meeting adjourned until Thursday evening at the office of Justice Davis, when ringing resolutions were adopted, of which the following is a part: "Whereas, Abel Stearns, one of the members of the Los Angeles and San Bernardino Land company, has utterly disregarded the obligations and duties imposed upon him as a member of the said company by allowing his horses to run over our farms and destroy our crops, thereby robbing us of the fruits of our labor; Therefore, be it resolved, that if the trespass law cannot be sustained and made applicable to this section of the county, for which it was intended, we must and will protect ourselves. Resolved that Don Abel Stearns and all others be and they are hereby notified to remove all horses from the vicinity within ten days, or a committee of one hundred able-bodied men will be appointed to dispose of same. To this end we pledge our lives, our property and our social honor." We understand from Mr. John Fischer that the Anaheim Water company is entitled to one-half of the volume of water that flows in the Santa Ana river, and that they are entitled to that flow at all seasons of the year, and at all hours of the night. If this be the case why does not that company let their water flow? Does it hurt the ditches? Does it hurt anything or anybody? We ask in all seriousness, if it would not be better to let the water flow along through the ditches, through the city and go to the parched ranches of the outside men west of the city, and prosper these men, rather than to shut off that portion of the earth which is now crying aloud for very thirst. Notice is hereby given to all parties allowing stock running loose on the Santa Gertrude's ranch, that inasmuch as we have found the law insufficient to prevent trespassing, we, the V. C. of Los Nietos, shall take effectual mens to rid ourselves of the mustang nuisance. By order of the executive committee. Signed Secretary No. 1. On Monday Messrs. Hubbard and Hunter of the U.S. Exchange opened their new home by giving a sumptuous public dinner. The well arranged table fairly groaned under the weight of the well seasoned meats, game and pastry prepared in the highest style of the cuisine art. Where and Why To Get Licenses Here’s ‘the Day Reminder that renew cycle licenses, as we need licenses, became day, is voiced by Chancellor T. L. Wilder today; as bicycles licenses come delinquent until business licenses must en out before Jan. 1. The ordinance recessing of bicycles生效 last May 14, issued since that time good for a full 12 months; the date of issuance, be renewed prior to derer the law. The police department been advised that county office of the way patrol will not mobile drivers’ license after Feb. 26. Drivers' licenses w sued at the following days indicated: T guna Beach city coun bers; Wednesday; Beach chamber of Thursday, Newport courtroom, and Friday flower chamber of Last of SAA 'Stranded Leave for The last of 15,000 G transferred from shi Angeles harbor to San my Air base, where housed, fed and enter Housing Service Placements for Year Gratifying Figures for 1945 compare most favorably with the previous one year and four months of service to veterans and service people, according to the report just released by Mrs. M. P. Thaxton, director in charge of this worthy work. Mrs. Thaxton has worked faithfully and has spent many, many hours in this work, work that at times seemed almost an insurmountable task but the desire to do her bit for the men who were serving our country purred her on with the result that figures are most gratifying. During the past month, December, 61 applications for living facilities were received with 39 of this number being war veterans and of the latter amount, fourteen were local men. Sixteen placements were made, holding the average in fine shape even though the past month saw the housing service office closed or a two days holiday. Of the two years and four months of its existence, the Anaheim Housing Service has functioned continuously. Of the four months in 1943, the entire year of 1944 and until September of 1945, this work was carried on almost entirely in the home of Mrs. Thaxton. In September, the office was moved to new quarters at 142 East Center street and reorganized under another set-up, with Mrs. Thaxton remaining as director of this work. Applications and placements for 1945 averaged approximately the same as in 1944. Reviewing the figure for the past year, approximately 965 couples or 1930 individuals made application for living quarters. Of this amount 800 couples or 860 individuals were placed in rooms, apartments and houses in Anaheim. Placements are dropping very little as veterans are being placed and other returnees are being permanently located. This is due to the fact that more men are being returned from foreign duty and are requesting housing for them and their families. The needtained and made applicable to this section of the county, for which it was intended, we must and will protect ourselves. Resolved that Don Abel Stearns and all others be and they are hereby notified to remove all horses from the vicinity within ten days, or a committee of one hundred able-bodied men will be appointed to dispose of same. To this ehd we pledge our lives, our property and our social honor." 50 Years Ago JANUARY 16, 1896 The annual meeting of the street car stockholders will be held at the company's office in the Kroeger block, on the 26th inst., at 10 a.m. when the new board of directors will be elected. At the meeting of the city trustees Thursday evening, Clerk Nebelung reported in the matter of the petition for a gravel sidewalk on Los Angeles street, from Center to Broadway; that the outlook was favorable. He had interviewed Mr. Hussman, who informed him he would give a deed for sidewalk purposes, provided the city would pay for moving back the houses that now set out on the line of walk. Other property owners on the street expressed themselves as being in favor of the sidewalk and the committee was continued. The rumor is revived that the Southern Pacific is soon to build its line uptown and begin work on its freight and passenger depot on Santa Ana street, either at the corner of Los Angeles or Lemon. Contractor McWilliams has a force of men at work on Mr. Shanley's new residence on Lemon street, and the building is rapidly assuming the proportions of an architecturally handsome, as well as a substantially constructed, dwelling. Mr. Shanley is a newcomer here, but he shows his confidence in the town by a very substantial improvement. In the list of real estate transfers this morning appears the sale by Tim Boege to Fritz Ruhman of his half interest in the lot on Los Angeles street, upon which it is the intention of the new proprietor to erect a large brick block. The plans for the building will be ready in a few days when bids for its construction will be asked for and work begun as soon as possible. Clarence Groat has a large force of men engaged in the cementing of the south side ditch running from the cement ditch on East street. The ditch will be run to Katella and will be about four miles long. The committee of the Anaheim Union water company appointed to receive proxies and select men for the position of directors, officially reported that Max Nebelung, Chester Spencer, and Ernest Browning had been selected for directors. The report is current that a new bank is to be started in Anaheim. Robert Taylor, the well known South Riverside banker and business man, is reported to be interested in the new institution. E. E. Beazley has purchased the Carlton bank building, the last remnant of a glorious boom village. He will take it down and move it to Fullerton and occupy it as a store and residence. 25 Years Ago JANUARY 13, 1921 When the ballots were counted for directors of the Anaheim Chamber of Commerce, it was found that eight men had been elected, but two men tied for the ninth place. William Jackson and J. F. Stroup each polled 20 votes, consequently these gentlemen will draw straws or match penniles or in some other manner decide by stand high in the esteem of the people of this community. The groom served during the world war in France. When the American Legion post was organized he was elected commander and was reelected at the recent election. Our best wishes are extended to him and his charming bride. The Masons hold a public 25 Years Ago JANUARY 13, 1921 When the ballots were counted for directors of the Anaheim Chamber of Commerce, it was found that eight men had been elected, but two men tied for the ninth place. William Jackson and J. F. Stroup each polled 20 votes, consequently these gentlemen will draw straws or match pennies or in some other manner decide by a game of chance who shall fill the office. The directors elected were H. H. Benjamin, Leonard Evans, Dr. H. A. Johnston, Harry D. Riley, R. C. Berger, George Prince, Charles Eygabroad and A. W. Regee. Nearly 200 persons attended the annual banquet of the chamber held in the banquet hall of the White Temple Monday evening. President Riley was in the chair. Speeches were made by Dr. Johnston, Charles Eygabroad and E. B. Camp. Annual reports of President Riley and Secretary Fraser were read and were greeted with applause. The membership of the chamber now totals 94. At the home of Mr. and Mrs. Nathan Davis Friday evening, Miss Cora Davis was united in marriage to William P. Webb, Jr., Rev. E. J. Statom of Fullerton performing the ceremony. A large number of guests, relatives and friends of the young couple witnessed the affair and extended congratulations and best wishes to the newlyweds. Mr. and Mrs. Webb left on a short honeymoon and on their return will make their home on Broadway, where the groom has already prepared a home. Both bride and groom stand high in the esteem of the people of this community. The groom served during the world war in France. When the American Legion post was organized he was elected commander and was reelected at the recent election. Our best wishes are extended to him and his charming bride. The Masons held a public installation last Friday evening with Judge W. H. Thomas installing officer and E. P. Trago of Santa Ana as master of ceremonies. The following officers were installed: George Jackson, W. M.; L. Alexander, S. W.; Dean Hasson, J. W.; Charles Federman, treasurer; Tom Hoag, secretary; Ed Marion, chaplain; G. W.. Daniels and George Settler, deacons; J. H. Abernathy, marshal; Dean Polhemus, junior steward; J. H. Enearl, tyler. Miss Augusta Lensing of this city and Gus Sholten of Covina were married yesterday at St. Boniface church, Rev. Father Browne performing the ceremony. Clark W. Scott of this city and Miss Loretta Klopman of Phoenix, Ariz., were married in the Scott home on Alberta street Tuesday. Rev. Geisinger of the M.E. church performed the ceremony. Mrs. Samuel Kraemer, Jr., who has been at the sanitarium for some weeks past is so much improved that she was able to return to her home Sunday. BOBERT STEVENS GOODRICH Mr. and Mrs. G. P. Goodrich of East North street, Anaheim, announce the birth of their son, Robert Stevens, early Thursday morning, Jan. 3, at the Cottage hospital in Fullerton. "Bob" has an older brother at home, Johnny. Maternal grandparents are Dr. and Mrs. J. P. Brastad of this city and Mr. and Mrs. David Goodrich of Santa Ana are paternal grandparents. Where and When To Get Licenses; Here’s ‘the Dope’ Reminder that renewal of bicycle licenses, as well as business licenses, became due Tuesday, is voiced by Chief of Police T. L. Wilder today. Whereas bicycles licenses do not become delinquent until Feb. 1, business licenses must be taken out before Jan. 10. The ordinance requiring licensing of bicycles became effective last May 14. Licenses issued since that time are not good for a full 12 months from the date of issuance, but must be renewed prior to Feb. 1 under the law. The police department has been advised that the Orange county office of the state highway patrol will not issue automobile drivers’ licenses until after Feb. 26. Drivers' licenses will be issued at the following places on the days indicated: Tuesday, Laguna Beach city council chambers; Wednesday, Huntington Beach chamber of commerce; Thursday, Newport Beach, city courtroom, and Friday, Bellflower chamber of commerce. Last of SAAAB’s ‘Stranded Guests’ Leave for Home The last of 15,000 GIs who were transferred from ships in Los Angeles harbor to Santa Ana Army Air base, where they were housed, fed and entertained over Importation of Farm Labor Must Continue, Report Says Harvesting of farm crops in Orange county may be impossible unless importation of farm labor is continued, the county Agricultural Extension declares, in its 28th annual report to the county board of supervisors. Farm work is not expected to prove alluring to recently-returned war veterans, and war workers, accustomed to high wages, probably will elect to accept unemployment insurance, rather than to take farm jobs. Employers of farm labor have sent a delegation to the nation's capital seeking funds for continuation of the practice of bringing Mexican nationals here next season to supplement the local supply of seasonal workers. Last year, approximately 2600 Mexicans, 1600 Jamaicans and 600 German prisoners of war were added to 6400 Americans recruited through the service to plant and gather the county's crops and to maintain the dairy and poultry industries here. PEAK 15,000 The report estimates that an average of 15,000 persons were employed in orchards and packing houses in Orange county during the peak months; June to October, A growing class of inexperienced farmers attracted to the county's farms and suburban acreage will enhance the need for experienced workers during the coming season, the service believes. Expansion of 4-H clubs into new communities during 1946 is Pioneer Orange Countian Passes Mrs. Matilda B. Bunyard, 83 years of age, passed away on Monday, Dec. 31, at the family home on Orange avenue where she had resided for the past fifty years. She had lived in California for 81 years, coming to the state from Texas where she was born. Funeral services will be conducted today (Thursday) at two o'clock from the chapel of Back Campbell and Kaulbars mortuary with the Rev. M. T. Brandyberry pastor of the Community Church in Cypress officiating. Internment will be in Little Lake cemetery. Surviving are two sons, Carroll Bunyard of Anaheim and Leshe Bunyard of Long Beach, two daughters, Mrs. Hattie Gluesing of Long Beach and Mrs. Hazel A Crawford of Anaheim; three grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and one brother, George N. Stockton of Alhambra. CARD OF THANKS We wish to thank our friends and neighbors for their kindness shown us during the recent illness and death of our beloved husband and father, and the many beautiful cards and flowers sent to help brighten our sadness, Mrs. Mina Hansen William Hansen Alice Hansen Last of SAAAB’s ‘Stranded Guests’ Leave for Home The last of 15,000 GIs who were transferred from ships in Los Angeles harbor to Santa Ana Army Air base, where they were housed, fed and entertained over the Christmas holidays, are homeward bound, Brigadier General John DeF Barker, commanding the air base, announces. A steady stream of army buses and trucks which carried the soldiers to Santa Ana has been transporting the men during the last few days to camps Anza and Haan, the regular staging areas, near Riverside. Quarters at Santa Ana for the “stranded” troops were made possible by cooperation of various arms of the service. Under the command of Lt. Col. Winston Butscher, commanding officer of the Los Angeles port of embarkation troop center, thousands of men—ground forces, service troops and air corps—were housed at an air corps installation and fed by mess personnel of the 9th Service command from San Francisco and from the cooks and bakers school at Camp Roberts. Entertainment was provided by the special services department of the base and by Hollywood talent, which ran a Christmas circuit through several west coast camps. On Christmas day, Kay Kyser, Jane Powell, Janet Blair and others performed for the men on the parade grounds of the air base. “We expect new men to arrive at Santa Ana from time to time,” General Barker said, explaining that the facilities at the base will be used if and when facilities of the railroads prove inadequate to handle them. The Santa Ana Army Air base was an emergency point setup to provide a place for the returnees to “stretch their legs” while awaiting movement to regular staging areas. PEAK 15,000 The report estimates that an average of 15,000 persons were employed in orchards and packing houses in Orange county during the peak months; June to October. A growing class of inexperienced farmers attracted to the county’s farms and suburban acreage will enhance the need for experienced workers during the coming season, the service believes. Expansion of 4-H clubs into new communities during 1946 is anticipated, the report states, with additional supervision made possible through funds provided by the University of California. The 1945 census survey indicates that Orange county has 5,654 farms, comprising 345,340 acres. Total valuation of farm and livestock production in 1944, was $84,514,160, placing the county among the first five in the state in agricultural production. Bullet May Lead To Flare Vandal Police believe they have a clue to persons guilty of shooting holes in warning flares set out as warnings at night near open excavations in city streets. The vandalism permits oil to drain from the flares, extinguishing the lights. One of the bullets, of small caliber, was found in one of the flares this week. It is being examined by ballistics experts with hope of identifying the gun from which it was fired. G-E CONSTRUCTION ENGINEER ARRIVES H. Colebank, field engineer for the Blaw-Knox Construction company, arrived this week to take charge of that phase of construction of the resin plant unit of the new General Electric plant here. He is accompanied by Mrs. Colebank. They are making their home in a trailer, which they brought with them from Pittsburgh, Pa., pending location of suitable living quarters. He joins H. E. Keel, construction superintendent, who arrived earlier last month. NEW YEAR'S GREETINGS The Southern California Edison Company wishes all of its customers a Happy New Year R. E. BACON District Manager