anaheim-gazette 1946-12-19

CHRISTMAS Christmas is a spirit. And if man allowed the spirit of Christmas—the spirit of the Prince of Peace—to guide them in their daily lives most of the cares of this old world would vanish very quickly. The man of Galilee—the man whose birth we celebrate at this season—gave to the world the key to happiness and success in his simple, but profound admonitions on human conduct. "Love thy neighbor as thyself." "As ye would that men should do to you, do ye also to them likewise." The observance of Christmas should include the contemplation of these great utterances and of his other teachings. Certainly this season should include something more than the social whirl of parties and the frenzied rush of gift giving and gift getting. This is not to say that the symbols of Christmas should be eliminated. Far from it! What would this season be without the good-fellowship which usually attends the average American may have gotten out of seeing John L. Lewis set down, this is no time for floating. The basic problem back of the disput remains unsolved. Unless congress can devise laws to cope with crippling walkouts, or unless more sanity is shown in labor negotiations we may be right back in the same mess next April. The mine contract expires March 31. Surveys by the Gallup poll show that the American people want strike control legislation put first on the agenda of the new congress. There is plenty of room for improvement in existing labor laws, but it should be remembered that although carefully-written measures can help, legislation alone will not cure the labor-management crisis. The real answer lies in developing genuine cooperation between employers and employees. The hope of achieving this may seem naive in view of current conditions. But an aroused public opinion is powerful enough to bring it about. And every day public could be used on a new oak in view of the delay ahead, repairs should be undertaken. A new roof, or a new room can make the family comfortable and the waltiered more pleasant than it be otherwise. And the house command a better price when time comes to sell it. So, the cost of improv and repairs should be monetized. And for those homeowners who may be short on cash to devote to such there are special loans available at branch banks all over the Thousands of Californian row millions of dollars away from the statewide branching systems for this purpose. The housing problem is the toughest we've ever faced in the domestic scene. But ificans could build more shingles guns and weapons of war, the world had ever heard fore they can do the same houses—if they'll really The observance of Christmas should include the contemplation of these great utterances and of his other teachings. Certainly this season should include something more than the social whirl of parties and the frenzied rush of gift giving and gift getting. This is not to say that the symbols of Christmas should be eliminated. Far from it! What would this season be without the good-fellowship which usually attends it, without the Christmas trees and the bright lights that adorn them, without the equally brightly-lighted eyes of youngsters as they await the arrival of that fabulous old gentleman with the snowy beard and the dashing reindeer? Well, it just wouldn't be Christmas. But the point we wish to make is that the spirit of Christmas should not be lost in its symbols. Let us not only celebrate Christmas but let's live it—let its spirit govern our lives. In so doing we shall help to establish greater tolerance and understanding among men and give to the world those imperishable gifts of peace and happiness. Then the cry of "Merry Christmas!" will have a deeper, richer meaning to men than ever before. TRUCE—BUT NOT PEACE The miners are back in the pits, the steel mills are swinging into high gear, railroad schedules have returned to normal, and the whole industrial body of the Nation breathes once more now that the heavy fingers of John L. Lewis have been removed from its windpipe. The battle between the government and the mine leader appears to have been a complete victory for the government. But however much satisfaction for improvement in existing labor laws, but it should be remembered that although carefully-written measures can help, legislation alone will not cure the labor-management crisis. The real answer lies in developing genuine cooperation between employers and employees. The hope of achieving this may seem naive in view of current conditions. But an aroused public opinion is powerful enough to bring it about. And every day public opinion grows more alert to the national dangers involved in stubborn industrial disagreements. The people have been long suffering but even their patience has its limits. Hotheads on both sides of the industrial fence had better take notice—and act accordingly. DISTANT “DREAM HOUSE” In spite of all government efforts and the efforts of builders and contractors to solve the housing shortage; in spite of the thousands of new houses being completed throughout the country each week—in spite of all this the most popular—or should we say "unpopular"—outdoor sport in America continues to be that of house hunting. And from all indications the "game" will go on for some years yet. This means that many families which had expected to move into their "dream house" a year or two after V-J Day will have to go on dreaming until 1949 or 1950—or later. This means, too, that old houses—like old cars—on which repairs have been delayed with the hope that new houses would be available soon, will now have to be taken care of. It's quite understandable that people do not want to spend money on an old house which there are special loans at branch banks all over the Thousands of Californian row millions of dollars away from the statewide branching systems for this purpose. The housing problem is the toughest we've ever faced in the domestic scene. But ificans could build more shops guns and weapons of war the world had ever heard fore they can do the same houses—if they'll really down and work together. OUR CHRISTMAS, 1946 Though Christmas Day developed in mists that would even a staid Londoner home or engulfed in howling zards reminiscent of Iceland tang of spruce, cedar, and odars, strains of "White Christmas," sound of skates, druggles being christened whoops from newly attire dians," countless tinsel beads and lighted trees and holiday play windows further illumined by bright neons—all bring nant reminder of these States and the first peacetime servance of the Nativity 1941. Many Are Called Few Are Chosen "Many were called but few chosen" could easily be to a scene last Saturday when, on fog-bound Los Angeles street, a murky figure cried Johnnie! At least four other murders answered the call. Mained to chat with his Two others walked away ing. The fourth cried, "W I running for? My name isbert!" Suggestions for holiday travelers - Start your holiday trip as soon as possible to avoid the rush during Christmas week. - Make reservations as soon as possible. - Be sure to tag your luggage with proper identification. - Check all surplus luggage for handling via baggage service. By following these friendly suggestions you will help us accommodate as many travelers as possible this holiday season, and enable us to do our best to serve you with the equipment that is available. Thanks for your cooperation. IN THE DAYS OF LONG AGO 75 Years Ago Dec. 30, 1871 The common council met in regular session at 3 p.m. Dec. 26 with Messrs. Champlin, Boege, Davis, Bittner and President Zeyn present. The minutes of the last meeting were read and approved. A communication from the mayor was received returning ordinance No. 20 without his signature. The veto of the mayor was unanimously sustained. On motion of Mr. Champlin, the city attorney was instructed to draw up another ordinance removing therefrom the objection raised by his honor, the mayor, Mr. Gardner delivered to the council the law books ordered and on motion they were accepted. The finance committee reported with their approval the following bills which were ordered paid: Helman & George $60.43; P. Davis & Bro., $2.50. President Zeyn reported the brickets and hooks and ladders ready to be delivered to the fire company. A petition was received requesting the common council to call an election for the purpose of ascertaining the will of the people to donate or not to the Anaheim Railway company bonds to the amount of $15,000 to be issued when the road is completed. The city attorney was instructed to draw up an act in compliance with petition and present at the next meeting. Adjourned. The officers elect of Anaheim lodge No. 207, F. & A. M., were duly installed with appropriate ceremonies Wednesday evening last, being the anniversary of the birth of St. John the Evangelist. The evening was terminated by a supper at the Planter's hotel to which the members of the lodge were invited by Theodore last on his way home. Mr. Gunn was an officer of the city guards of San Francisco when he had the honor of training as a high private in that company. We shouldered arms and drank champagne under the same flag and feel for our brother of the Union a strong bond of fraternal fellowship that blinds all editors together. We have had plenty of rain at last and everybody is happy. The rainfall at Anaheim now measures 5 5/8 inches this season. At Mr. Olden's ranch the fall was not so large, the difference being caused, it is supposed by the trees at Anaheim. One of the happiest results of the rain is that many of our friends engaged in sheep raising who had been obliged to leave to seek other pastures for their flocks are now returning and will abide with us again. We have had the pleasure of a visit from Mr. C. B. Lawson who has just arrived from San Diego county. A flowing well of water has just been struck on Mr. McChesney's place at Westminster at a depth of only 75 feet. It was obtained in three-day boring. The house offered to let by Mr. Arnold is in Fairview, one of the most pleasant locations around Anaheim and on the new road leading to Wilmington and the Landing. Mr. Gustave Davis of the house of Philip Davis & Bro., has returned from an extended visit to northern California and Nevada. Rerouting of Busses Causes Traffic Problems (Continued from Paragraph 1) At last Tuesday's meet City Council, it was decided the plan as submitted by mittees, be carried out tirely, except for two "That the dip be taken the bus entrance at the alley; that cars will pass to the curb on Chestnut." To carry out the plan be necessary for the Cill to petition the Pacific company who, in turn titling the Railroad Cill for approval. The situation, as now committees, is as follows U.S. 101 through the entire we regard as a convoy the public and an add business firms local Angeles street. The many arises in the handling sangers at the bus stoppage of busses in that block between Broad Chestnut street has resisted public nuisance and traffic hazard. Passengers in great numbers come sidewalks in front of places on both sides of blocking entrances and Mary, O. Kellogg, 89, of heim and two brothers' sisters. The funeral wills and Wingbigler Santa Ana, Tuesday, will be in the Anahei leum, but owing to their interment was not mourning. Joe Collings and Cha son have purchased property and business of Anaheim Truck and Tran pany and will take possession first of January. Though Christmas Day be enveloped in mists that would make even a staid Londoner feel at home or engulfed in howling blizzards reminiscent of Iceland, the king of spruce, cedar, and dollars, strains of "White Christmas," sound of skates, drums and jugles being christened, war hoops from newly attired "Inns," countless tinsel bedecked and lighted trees and holiday display windows further illuminated by bright neons—all bring a poignant reminder of these United States and the first peacetime observance of the Nativity since 1941. Many Are Called, Few Are Chosen "Many were called but few were chosen" could easily be applied to a scene last Saturday night, when, on fog-bound Los Angeles street, a murky figure cried "Hey Johnnie!" At least four other murky figures answered the call. One retained to chat with his friend, two others walked away laughing. The fourth cried, "What am running for? My name is Humert!" One of the most enjoyable of the Christmas entertainments was given by Mr. and Mrs. P. Weisel at their beautiful home on last Friday evening. In one of the parlor a large Christmas tree shown forth in splendor. In the adjoining parlor a small stage was erected which was used by the young ladies to present a number of beautiful tableaux. Refreshments were served in bounteous style. Among those present were Mr. and Mrs. P. Weisel and children, Mr. and Mrs. Huch, Mr. and Mrs. H. P. Larsen, Mr. and Mrs. Mickle, Mrs. Hiltscher and sons and Prof. and Mrs. Reiser. Marshal Steadman is lamenting the loss of his fountain pen which some feloniously inclined abstracted from his office in the city hall. He is undecided whether to regard the orange growers who recently held a session in the hall draw up an act in compliance with petition and present at the next meeting. Adjourned. The officers elect of Anaheim lodge No. 207, F. & A. M., were duly installed with appropriate ceremonies Wednesday evening last, being the anniversary of the birth of St. John the Evangelist. The evening was terminated by a supper at the Planter's hotel to which the members of the lodge were invited by Theodore Reiser, the new W. M. Douglas Gunn, Esq., the able editor of the San Diego Union, passed through town on Saturday 50 Years Ago Dec. 31, 1896 Seventy-seven hundredths of an inch of rain fell during Monday's storm, according to Mr. Dickel's gauge, bringing up the total for the season to 5.33 inches. The season opens out very favorably on all sides. Count Bozenta and Madame Modjeska were guests of Mrs. Langenberger over Christmas. They took their departure Saturday for the north after an enjoyable visit of several days. The Madame's health has been restored sufficiently to permit of her reappearance upon the stage and she will begin the winter season in San Francisco the coming month. The opening play has not yet been definitely determined upon, but the Count informs us that it will probably be "Magda." One of the most enjoyable of the Christmas entertainments was given by Mr. and Mrs. P. Weisel at their beautiful home on last Friday evening. In one of the parlor a large Christmas tree shown forth in splendor. In the adjoining parlor a small stage was erected which was used by the young ladies to present a number of beautiful tableaux. Refreshments were served in bounteous style. Among those present were Mr. and Mrs. P. Weisel and children, Mr. and Mrs. Huch, Mr. and Mrs. H. P. Larsen, Mr. and Mrs. Mickle, Mrs. Hiltscher and sons and Prof. and Mrs. Reiser. Miss A. Davila, a charming society belle of Vorba, was married in Los Angeles on Sunday to Mr. Velasco of Tucson, A. T. The groom's father is the editor of El Fronterizo of Tucson. The newly wedded couple will reside in that city. The exercises of St. Catherine's by the pupils of the academy and orphans on Saturday were largely attended and a very interesting program was rendered. Drs. Ball and Dryer of Santa Ana were over on Tuesday morning to consult with Dr. Perdomo. Al Smith was in town yesterday and informed us that a ten pound baby boy arrived at his home on the 19th. Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Groat entertained a number of friends on Tuesday evening. The house offered to let by Mr. Arnold is in Fairview, one of the most pleasant locations around Anaheim and on the new road leading to Wilmington and the Landing. Mr. Gustave Davis of the house of Philip Davis & Bro., has returned from an extended visit to northern California and Nevada. Christmas passed merrily and was heartily enjoyed by all. All were happy at receiving the rain and no pleasant a holiday has not been seen for years at Anaheim. Fritz Kleuwer's counter and barrel house open to the public and doing a thriving business situated on the rear of Drop Inn cafe with the alley. Charley Osborne has pointed Fullerton man American Fruit Association ceeding his brother, Borne. Dr. and Mrs. H.Antentained a number of Monday, a Christmas one of the features of able affair. Marshal Steadman is lamenting the loss of his fountain pen which some feloniously inclined abstracted from his office in the city hall. He is undecided whether to regard the orange growers who recently held a session in the hall. 25 Years Ago Dec. 29, 1921 Once again the shallow channel of the Santa Ana river proved inadequate to the strain of carrying safely to its mouth the flood waters pouring into it from the mountain region, and as a result the lower sections of the north, east and south sections of the city were inundated. Many people left their homes and took refuge on higher ground. The Mexican settlement near the sugar factory, built mostly in the sand wash, suffered most. The break in the river's bank came east of the North street bend, near Richfield. A 200-foot gap was torn in the bank, the swollen waters rushed through inundating the country. However the water was not deep enough to endanger life—and very little damage to property was done. Orange groves were not injured. Anaheim has been drenched by the heaviest rain storm recorded in this section for many years. It began a week ago Saturday night at 8 o'clock. Yesterday morning Max Nebelung's gauge showed a precipitation of 7.60 inches. Almost two inches had fallen before the storm making the season's fall 9.50. At Tuesday's meeting of the Kiwanis club William T. Wallop was elected president for the year 1922. The club decided to take a hand in conservation of water and river protection, and a committee was appointed to take charge of the matter. The committee is composed of J. F. Ahlborn, A. B. McCord, George Ross, D. Jessurum, Eugene Durfee, Chas. Eygabroad, W. J. Sieman; J. A. Clayes and F. M. Gibles. H. Clay Kellogg, for many years one of the most prominent men in Orange county, died at the Anaheim Sanitarium Friday morning after undergoing an operation for ulcerated stomach. Mr. Kellogg came to Anaheim with his parents in 1869, at the age of 14 years. He was born in Napa county. He attended Anaheim schools and later took up civil engineering. He was chief engineer for the Anaheim Union, Santa Ana irrigation and many other companies. He also laid out many southern California towns, among them Corona and Elsinore. Mr. Kellogg leaves his wife, two sons and two daughters of Santa Ana, one daughter to a first marriage in Anaheim. He is also survived by his mother, Mrs. Rerouting of P. E. Busses Causes Traffic Problem (Continued from Page 1) At last Tuesday's meeting of the City Council, it was decided that the plan as submitted by the committees, be carried out in its entirety, except for two changes: "That the dip be taken out of the bus entrance at the Broadway alley; that cars will park parallel to the curb on Chestnut street." To carry out the plan, it will be necessary for the City Council to petition the Pacific Electric company who, in turn, will petition the Railroad Commission for approval. The situation, as noted by the committees, is as follows: "The bus now follows U. S. Highway 101 through the entire city which we regard as a convenience to the public and an advantage to the business firms located on Los Angeles street. The main difficulty arises in the handling of passengers at the bus station. The stoppage of busses in the middle of the block between Broadway and Chestnut street has resulted in a public nuisance and a distinct traffic hazard. Passengers often, in great numbers, congregate on sidewalks in front of business places on both sides of the street blocking entrances and litter side- Mary, O. Kellogg, 89, of West Anaheim and two brothers and three sisters. The funeral was held at Mills and Wingbigler's chapel, Santa Ana, Tuesday. Interment will be in the Anaheim Mausoleum, but owing to the high waters interment was not made Tuesday. Joe Collings and Charley Pearson have purchased the stock, property and business of the Anaheim Truck and Transfer company and will take possession the first of January. walks with peanut shells, papers, etc. Complaints have been heard from passengers, saying that easy access to rest rooms and public telephone services, both of which are available at all times to the restaurant trade, are roped off to the passengers. Women, often carrying bundles or escorting children, are faced with crossing a heavily traveled highway both night and day in all kinds of weather. Neighboring business men and residences are alarmed and voiciferously protest this unsatisfactory and dangerous highway situation." Chairmen of the committees include J. R. Scholz, transportation committee; Gene Mahaffey, parking and traffic committee; Leavitt Ford, transit committee. L. E. Kesterson Dies of Injuries Len Eldon Kesterson, age 21 years, passed away last Sunday night from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. A native of Arkansas, he had lived in Anaheim for ten years. Left to mourn his passing are his father, Charles F. Kesterson of Anaheim; two sisters, Mrs. W. E. Philpot of Anaheim, and Mrs. C. D. Watkins of Gridley, Calif., and one brother, Olen P. Kesterson. Funeral services were conducted from the chapel of Hilgenfeld mortuary on Wednesday morning at 10 o'clock. The body was shipped to Umpire, Arkansas, where burial will be in the family plot. GREET DAUGHTER Welcoming a new daughter were Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Claussen of Route 4, Box 219, Anaheim. 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