anaheim-gazette 1947-03-27

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 — 80 YEARS If the reports are correct that the Soviets do not consider that the United States properly acquired Alaska from the Czar, they are just exactly 80 late in bringing up the point — if there really is a point. March 30, marks the 80th anniversary of the purchase of that vast territory from Russia. The price, you may recall, was the handsome sum of $7,200,000. and 80 years ago it looked as if the Russians had the best of the deal. But time has proved otherwise. Aside from the tremendous strategic importance of Alaska in this air age it has paid for itself hundreds of times over in the minerals and other natural resources which have been found there. The value of the annual salmon pack alone runs around $50 million. Each year an average of $26 million in gold is taken out besides several million dollars more in other minerals. Since 1880 the mineral output has amounted to approximately $650 million. the main thrust against Hitler, or at least a heavy attack, would have been made through the Balkans. Such a campaign might have proved unpopular and costly, but there is reason to believe that it would have been better in the long run. THE FABULOUS DURANT The recent passing of William C. Durant, the man who made and lost huge fortunes virtually overnight, has brought his meteoric career momentarily into the public spotlight once again. Four decades ago when most persons looked upon the automobile as little more than an expensive innovation Durant grasped its tremendous possibilities. He set out to gain control of the motor industry — and almost succeeded. He bought one car manufacturer after another. He even made a deal with Henry Ford to buy him out for a price variously reported at $8 million to $9 million. But on this transaction his financial backers failed him and IN THE DAY APRIL 5, 1872 The telegraph brings the news of the death of one of the most distinguished men of modern times, of a man to whom America owes much of her greatness, civilization is indebted for a large share of its progress in the nineteenth century. Prof. Samuel B. Morse died in the city of New York on the 3rd or 4th inst. The date is not given) and was buried yesterday. He was near 82 years old and lived to see his wonderful inventions fully appreciated used by all the world. The graph office has been placed mourning. Robert N. White has retreated from the agency of the Anaheim Lighter company, and is succeeded by Capt. John Wolff. Mr. Willett has made many warm friends during his sojourn here, who regret his departure. Capt. Willett lately commanded the school Wm. H. Meyer, bringing her Anaheim Landing. We have secured that he possesses the qualities of a gentleman and thorny going business man to have been honored by the company with very responsible position. The New York Mammoth ous came promptly on time Tuesday. The weather unfortunately was so windy and dusty that rather a slim crowd, for Anahee greeted the performers. The company has added many new pictures to its program since last visit, the most interesting which is Horatio Nelson's must machine, a curiosity in its w and similar to a piano in souls. Aside from the tremendous strategic importance of Alaska in this air age it has paid for itself hundreds of times over in the minerals and other natural resources which have been found there. The value of the annual salmon pack alone runs around $50 million. Each year an average of $26 million in gold is taken out besides several million dollars more in other minerals. Since 1880 the mineral output has amounted to approximately $650 million. So, as compared to the original cost of $7,200,000 it wasn't a bad buy. Although Alaska is still a comparatively little known and sparsely populated area it is now in line for statehood. From the present outlook it may be several years yet before it becomes the 49th, or more likely the 50th star on Our Flag. But after eight decades of territorial status Alaska deserves to become a fullfledged member of these United States. WHAT CHURCHILL FORESAW During the war Winston Churchill advocated an attack on Germany through the Balkans. His plan was sharply criticized. As compared to the cross-Channel operation, it would have multiplied the transportation problem many times over. Furthermore, there was a strong sentiment favoring early liberation of France, and such an attack appeared most practicable anyway since it would enable the Allies to strike more directly at the rich Saar and Ruhr areas. These were the backbone of the Nazi war effort. The Russians not only urged, but demanded an assault through France. So, on June 6, 1944, Allied forces hit the beaches at Normandy. But now, nearly three years after that memorable day, it has become very clear why Churchill favored a Balkan campaign. And the idea does not seem as silly as it did back in 1943 and 1944. He knew that if Britain and America had strong forces in eastern Europe when the Germans were forced out it would be much easier to block Russian expansionist aims in that area. He was keenly aware of these aims and of their menace to world peace. As it is, Russia now has a stranglehold on the Balkans with the exception of Greece. And Greece is by no means secure from the Communists. If other Allied leaders had understood Russia as well as Mr. Churchill it is not unlikely that Four decades ago when most persons looked upon the automobile as little more than an expensive innovation Durant grasped its tremendous possibilities. He set out to gain control of the motor industry — and almost succeeded. He bought one car manufacturer after another. He even made a deal with Henry Ford to buy him out for a price variously reported at $8 million to $9 million. But on this transaction his financial backers failed him and he had to let it drop. Ford went on to build up a billion dollar business. He formed General Motors, lost control in 1910; organized Chevrolet Motor Company, built it up to a $90 million dollar corporation in a year; then regained control of GM only to lose out again in 1920. Durant was not only a super-salesman, but a person of super energy. He could wear out a dozen assistants in a day with his long hours and terrific pace. He kept the telephone lines hot with long distance calls. His phone bill is said to have run as high as $25,000 a month. Durant had no bitterness about the fortunes he lost. In his day, free enterprise was not only free but wild, and to him the thrill of the rough-and-tumble competition with its fantastic gains and losses meant more than the money itself which was involved. SCHOLARSHIPS OFFERED TO FIC EDUCATION MAJORS Due to the urgent need for elementary teachers in California, the Fullerton Parent-Teachers' Association is offering a scholarship of $300 per year as a special inducement to students interested in training for 'the teaching profession.' The scholarship is to be given on a competitive basis. Deadline for applications is May 1. The fund may be obtained for one or more years of training. The winner may attend the college of his choice. Additional information may be obtained at the dean's office on Fullerton Junior college campus or directly from the California Congress of Parents and Teachers, 308 Chamber of Commerce building, Los Angeles 15, California. DODGER PITCHER SKEETS GREGG OUT OF TOWN Skeets "Wardrobe" Gregg of Placentia, pitcher with 'Dem Bums' — the Brooklyn Dodgers — is out of town this week again, according to local composers. The New York Mammoth cus came promptly on time Tuesday. The weather unfortunately was so windy and dusty that rather a slim crowd, for Anahale greeted the performers. The company has added many new features to its program since last visit, the most interesting which is Horatio Nelson's music machine, a curiosity in its wander similar to a piano in souls. The performance with cann balls and 160-pound dumb bell. April 8, 1897 Gov. Budd signed the government bill on Thursday its provisions are now law. The new bill effects a saving of $4000 and $5000 annually the salaries paid to county officials and their deputies in this country the reduction taking effect at termination of the present term of office, in January, 1899. Budd vetoed the bill appropriating money for the district fairs which had been included an appropriation of $2000 for the at Santa Ana. There will probably be in consequence no race the Santa Ana track this fall. We are sorry to announce sickness of Jack Seegar who been seriously ill with an attack of billious fever at his home several weeks. Yesterday he was quite low, but his many friends hope to see him out again soon. The Saving, Loan and Build Association held its annual election for directors at its office Saturday evening. The following gentlemen were elected for the suing year: J. P. Zeyn, Jas. Baad H. W. Chynoweth, H. A. Ricklew Melrose, A. L. Lewis, N. F. Steerma, Jas. Helmsen, H. A. M Williams, Fred Crist, W. F. Middham. Mrs. Metz is renovating and fitting the premises recently occupied by August Friese's reauant. The interior will be paired and a glass front install Henry Albrecht has the control for the job. Fred Netzwand and Frank Doy will shortly form a co-partnership in the barber business. Mr. Doy at present is in the employ of H. Netzwand, but intends to become member of the firm. Both are oterprising young men and w three a day to Chicago IMPERIAL GOLDEN STATE CALIFORNIAN and coming soon THE GOLDEN ROCKET S·P the friendly Southern Pacific IN THE DAYS OF LONG AGO 75 Years Ago APRIL 5, 1872 The telegraph brings the sad death of one of the distinguished men of modern Orange County to whom America much of her greatness, and nation is indebted for a large part of its progress in the nineteenth century. Prof. Samuel F. Horse died in the city of New York on the 3rd or 4th inst. (the loss is not given) and was buried today. He was near 82 years old and lived to see his wonderful tributes fully appreciated and by all the world. The telegram office has been placed in nearby. Robert N. White has retired the agency of the Anaheim her company, and is succeeding Capt. John Wolff. Mr. White made many warm friends with his sojourn here, who will be his departure. Capt. Wolff commanded the schooner H. Meyer, bringing her to Sim Landing. We have not pleasure of a personal advance with him but feel as that he possesses the qualification a gentleman and thorough business man to have been led by the company with this responsible position. New York Mammoth cirrhosis promptly on time last day. The weather unfortunate was so windy and dusty that a slim crowd, for Anaheim, did the performers. The com-mission added many new fea-tures to its program since its visit, the most interesting of which Horatio Nelson's musical line, a curiosity in its way similar to a piano in sound. a wonderful exhibition of human strength. The company is now performing in Los Angeles. Deeds filed—A. L. Sutton to G. H. Sproul, 80 acres of land in Los Coyotes ranch, reserving a strip of land thirty feet wide on each side of the township range and section lines for roads, railroads and ditches, for $500. Philip Davis to Pablo Dominguez. The contract for boring an artesian well at Savannah has been taken by Bemis & Adams and will be commenced as soon as two or three prior jobs can be disposed of. DeWitt C. Lawrence, Esq., of the Los Angeles Star accompanied by Mr. Dierker of the U. S. Hotel, paid us a visit last Saturday. H. C. Austin, Esq., of the Express came down from Los Angeles las tevening. E. W. Chaplin has been appointed by the supervisors to be road overseer for this township. Sixty-five dollars was paid by O. W. Childs for the first Italian queen bee ever introduced into this county. The picnic at the Landing last Sunday was a very pleasant affair and was heartily enjoyed by all who attended. Langenberger & Co. have entirely refitted the interior of their store since closing out their dry goode department. The house now deals only in groceries and hardware and have arranged everything in the neatest and most attentive manner. Carry-Over of Citrus Juice Said ‘Not Bad’ (Continued on Page 2) who indicated the canners would find it profitable to get rid of their old stocks before the beginning of a new season. One reason is that juice has a tendency to deteriorate in cans unless it is stored at low temperatures. Orange concentrate, he said, has to be kept at zero temperature to stay in good condition. Natural strength juice can be kept at somewhat higher temperatures. Finley displayed some of the dozen or more products of the Ontario plant and added that for some of them no commercial use had been discovered so far. For pectin, however, there is such a lively demand that the plant can hardly keep up with it. Among new uses for this product the speaker mentioned were as a substitute for blood plasma, as relief for dysentery and as the principal ingredient in a most effective salve for burns. Finley, a former Tustin boy who entered the employ of the by-products company as a chemist 22 years ago, was introduced by Clarence Skiles of the Orange Fruit Exchange. Predators, Parasites Big Help to Growers (Continued from Page 1) long-tail mealy bug. There is also a degree of biological control of orange tortrix, but a better enemy is needed. The pests on which weather and insect enemies effect some degree of control are red spider, six-spotted mite, melon aphis and black citrus aphis. Miss Antoinette Friend came down from Los Angeles on a visit to friends the first of the week. Griswold To The Avocado Merge Of Exploration The avocado department Orange County Farm Bureau hold its first meeting under new chairman, George Ke-Yorba Linda, at 7:30 to (Friday) night in the Fair reau building, 353 South street, Orange. Feature speaker of the day will be H. B. Griswold who tell about his recent trip toico and Central America for new strains of avocado for the primitive avocado in the forests of Central Ae He will show color pictures trees, countries and cities itited. There will be opportunity discussion of grower's plans and newer developments industry. Funeral Service For H. H. Woott Last rites for Henry M.Woott, 63, were held afternoon at 2 o'clock at feld chapel. He died early morning at his son's home ta Ana Canyon following illness. Interment was in Vista Memorial Park. The family home was heim vicinity for three yeil residence was establish Escondido. A native of Ana Woott was a resident or ornia for six years. He is survived by his Millie D. Wootten of Esc three sons, Leonard E. Route 3, Box 315, Anaheim E. and Leroy Wooten, both condido; two daughters, Ma pa F. Hammock of Costa M Mrs. Clara Vanover of Esc one brother Elbert Woott 50 Years Ago April 8, 1897 Budd signed the county amendment bill on Thursday and provisions are now law. The bill effects a saving of $4000 and $5000 annually in salaries paid to county officers their deputies in this county, reduction taking effect at the nation of the present term since, in January, 1899. Gov. Wetoeed the bill appropriating money for the district fairs in which had been included an application of $2000 for the fair Santa Ana. There will probably be no races at Santa Ana track this fall. Are sorry to announce the loss of Jack Seegar who has seriously ill with an attack serious fever at his home for several weeks. Yesterday he was well, but his many friends see him out again soon. Saving, Loan and Buildingation held its annual election directors at its office Saturday evening. The following genius were elected for the en- year: J. P. Zeyn, Jas. Backs, Chynoweth, H. A. Rickle, R. Rose, A. L. Lewis, N. F. Stead-Jas. Helmsen, H. A. McMs, Fred Crist, W. F. Midan. Metz is renovating and re- the premises recently oc- by August Friese's rest- The interior will be re- and a glass front installed. Albrecht has the contract job. Netzow and Frank Dyer shortly form a co-partnership barber business. Mr. Dyer present is in the employ of Mr. but intends to become a partner of the firm. Both are en- ing young men and will doubtless receive a liberal share of the public patronage. Deputy Sheriff Jack Landell was married at San Juan Tuesday to Miss Solidad Pryor, who belongs to one of the oldest Hispano-American families of Southern California. After the wedding an old fashioned barbeque was spread for the enjoyment of the large number of guests who were present from all parts of this county and Los Angeles. A committee appointed by the Fraternal Aid held a meeting Tuesday evening and perfected arrangements for the ball to be given by that organization on the 20th inst., which promises to be a social event of the season. Following are the committees: Reception committee — Mrs. F. Mickle, Mrs. M. Nebelung, Mrs. C. Spencer, R. Melrose, H. Canen; floor committee—Mrs. Clara Bittner, T. S. Grimshaw, Charles Norman, Alfred Seale. Francis G. Ryan and Mrs. Matilda Ryan were married in Los Angeles on Monday. It is no perfunctory statement when we say we join the many friends of the happy couple in extending them the felicitations of the season. Peter Weisel departed on Monday for Milwaukee to remain for a month or two on business. Phil Davis and Charlie Federman are positive that they saw the flying machine Sunday night about 9 o'clock. The ship was bedecked with variegated lights of unusual brilliancy and was a sight to behold as it moved southward. As both gentlemen are of temperate habits there is no disposition to doubt their word and in all probability the aerial wonder is a thing of fact not of fiction. (Continued from Page 1) long-tail mealy bug. There is also a degree of biological control of orange tortrix, but a better enemy is needed. The pests on which weather and insect enemies effect some degree of control are red spider, six-spotted mite, melon aphis and black citrus aphis. Miss Antoinette Friend came down from Los Angeles on a visit to friends the first of the week. Miss Friend is now one of the Spanish dancers at the Mission Play. Geo. Neeley of Buena Park is in the sanitarium with a broken collar bone, sustained when his motorcycle skidded on the wet pavement and collided with an automobile driven by Joe Silva, of Anaheim. Mrs. M. G. Anlauf was operated on at the sanitarium the first of the week. She is recovering rapidly. The U. S. S. Leyte, one of the Navy's newest aircraft carriers, recently completed its shakedown cruise to Cuba, Panama, the equator, and Chili. "...a friendly bank? That's Bank of America - just down the street" Yes, Bank of America is always nearby - always friendly - always helpful 25 Years Ago APRIL 6, 1922 North end addition extends corporate limits of Anaheim to a mile of George A. Mills place, and on the other side only half a mile from the city limits. Furthermore, city of Orangethorpe hitches back garden fence and Buena Park is incorporating day within speaking distance. Placentia, also, is talking orientation, and will probably the gap to the east. Despite determination to live as an indent and untrammeled man, Mr. Mills may wake up morning and find himself in a city. Our Stock, 21' year old son and Mrs. Godfrey Stock's friend, H. D. Alcorn of San Diego were guests last week at Stock home. Young Stock corporal and his friend aunt in the United States Major Corps. They have been stationed the past year at Guam. Reported on board the transbaumont at San Diego from they go to Hampton Roads in West Indies. Young Stock men in the service two years ago it very much. Clotilde Heimann, one of time residents of Anaheim her home in Los Angeles early Friday morning. Mrs. Heimann was aged 71 years. She came to this city in the early seventies with her husband, the late Arthur Heimann, who was the brother of Richard Heimann and Gustave Heimanun, well known pioneers of this city. She removed several years ago to Los Angeles where she has since resided. She leaves a son and two daughters. She had been in excellent health and spirits the day and evening previous to her passing away. She entertained a number of friends at her home Thursday evening and remarked on retiring that she felt particularly well. She was found dead in her bed the following morning. Mrs. Heimann had many friends in this city, a number of whom attended the funeral services in Los Angeles on Monday. W. J. Elliott was elected to the Board of Trustees of the grammar school in place of W. H. Chambers who has been on the board for twelve years. The count of the ballots showed that Elliott received 322 votes and Chambers 151. The high school election was held on the same day. There was no opposition to the re-election of H. A. Carner and E. A. Sparks. E. J. Reeves, retiring member of the board of Katella, was re-elected. Yes, Bank of America is always nearby —always friendly —always helpful Bank of America services, available through every branch, include: Savings Accounts Thriftplan Accounts Christmas Club Accounts Commercial Accounts Temple Checking Accounts Real Estate Loans Timeplan Personal and Auto Loans Modernization Loans Commercial Loans Term Loans for Small Business G. I. Loans Trust Services Safe Deposit Boxes Foreign Exchange Travelers Cheques Money Orders Bank of America NATIONAL TRUST AND SAVINGS ASSOCIATION MEMBER FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE CORPORATION MEMBER FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM Griswold To Tell Avocado Men Of Explorations The avocado department of the Orange County Farm Bureau will hold its first meeting under its new chairman, George Kellogg of Forba Linda, at 7:30 tomorrow Friday) night in the Farm Bureau building, 353 South Main Street, Orange. Feature speaker of the evening will be H. B. Griswold who will tell about his recent trip to Mexico and Central America to look for new strains of avocados and for the primitive avocado trees in the forests of Central America. He will show color pictures of trees, countries and cities he visited. There will be opportunity for discussion of grower's problems and newer developments in the industry. Funeral Services For H. H. Wooten Last rites for Henry Marrison Wooton, 63, were held Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock at Hilgenfeld chapel. He died early Friday morning at his son's home in San Ana Canyon following a brief illness. Interment was in Loma Vista Memorial Park. The family home was in Anaheim vicinity for three years unresidence was established in Escondido. A native of Arkansas, Wooten was a resident of California for six years. He is survived by his widow, Willie D. Wooten of Escondido; free sons, Leonard E. Wooten, Route 3, Box 315, Anaheim, Euelle and Leroy Wooten, both of Escondido; two daughters, Mrs. Ala F. Hammock of Costa Mesa and Mrs. Clara Vanover of Escondido; Last Rites For W. A. Cook Child Funeral services were held for Joanna Lee Cook, five-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William A. Cook of 426 South Indiana street, Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Hilgenfeld chapel, the Rev. Howard S. Congdon, pastor of the First Presbyterian Church, officiating. She died early last Thursday morning at the family home following a prolonged illness. She leaves her parents, Mr. and Mrs. William A. Cook; one brother, W. Douglas Cook of Anaheim; paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. D. W. Cook of Long Beach; and maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Feige of Bishop, California. Cook is an instructor of band and orchestra at Anaheim Union high school. VA STAFF MAN TO HAVE OFFICE HERE With Edward E. Steinbrink, veteran of Okinawa in charge, Anaheim will offer an itinerant veteran contact service as one of the activities of the Veterans Administration, it was announced this week. Steinbrink, who lives at 527 N. Sabina street, will be at the Anaheim municipal veterans information center a City Hall on Thursdays. The rest of the week he will work at the VA office in Santa Ana. We might say it's time for "ax-tion." Chas. S. McMillan & Sons Nurseries Valencias on Sweet Root Registered scaly bark free strains only EUREKA LEMONS Heavy foliage, heavy producing types We invite your inspection and inquiry — Phone Pomona 20761 for appointment — NURSERY — 1410 BREA CANYON ROAD 7 miles north of Brea HOW YOU WILL BENEFIT BY READING THE CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR. You will find yourself one of the best-informed persons in your community on world affairs when you read this world-wide daily newspaper regularly. You will gain fresh, new viewpoints, a fuller, richer understanding of today's vital news—PLUS help from its exclusive features on homemaking, education, business, theater, music, radio, sports. Subscribe now to this special "get-acquainted!" offer—1 month for $1 (U.S. fund). The Christian Science Publishing Society One, Norway Street, Boston 15, Mass., U.S.A. Enclosed is $1, for which please send me The Christian Science Monitor for one month. HE is survived by his widow, Willie D. Wooten of Escondido; three sons, Leonard E. Wooten, Route 3, Box 315, Anaheim, Euelle and Leroy Wooten, both of Escondido; two daughters, Mrs. Alma F. Hammock of Costa Mesa and Mrs. Clara Vanover of Escondido; the brother, Elbert Wooten of Elns, Arkansas; one sister, Mrs. Oona Howard of Japon, Arkansas, and two granchildren. HOW YOU WILL BENEFIT BY READING THE CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR. You will find yourself one of the best-informed persons in your community on world affairs when you read this world-wide daily newspaper regularly. You will gain fresh, new viewpoints, a fuller, richer understanding of today's vital news—PLUS help from its exclusive features on homemaking, education, business, theater, music, radio, sports. Subscribe now to this special Pet-acquainted offer —1 month for $1 (U.S. funds) The Christian Science Publishing Society One, Norway Street, Boston 15, Mass., U. S. A. Enclosed is $1, for which please send me The Christian Science Monitor for one month. Name..... 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