anaheim-gazette 1947-04-03

EASTER — 1947 Easter is both a gay and solemn time. The gaiety may be seen as well as felt—in the light-hearted steps of the fashion parade down Main street; in the brimming happiness of the child clutching a life-size bunny of fuz and fur in chubby hands; in the shrill parkway searching for colored eggs, and in the chic, if startling, color and design of milady's new bonnet. The solemnity of Easter is a real and pulsating thing. It marches majestically up to the brow of hills where worshippers climb in the dawn to praise the Prince of Peace who laid down His life for an ideal that still eludes His children. It rings forth in the churches where, in song, sermon and story a pageant 1947 years old is reborn to fill the devout with renewed faith and hope. Easter then, is a time for both gaiety and sober appraisal. And Moscow with him. It is said of Marshall that he was the one wartime military leader who refused to be moved by Winston Churchill when he thought the Premier wrong. And he will not be moved by the Russians or anyone else if he thinks them wrong. The difficulties that lie ahead are again illustrated by the latest Moscow conference. Even the simplest questions involved interminable argument. The Soviet representatives are invariably the obiectors. We are as far from a German peace treaty as ever. Many reasons are cited for the Russian attitude, and some defend it. But right and wrong to one side, the plain fact is that the nations which worked together effectively in war are not working together in peace. Invariably Russian spokesmen say that American "intervention" in the affairs of European nations such as Greece, is no different than Russia." CAN IT BE AMERICAN INTERVENTION? To say that the government of the United States is making some of the gravest decisions in its history in the field of foreign policy, is to repeat the obvious. The President's speech of March 12 was simply one more momentous step along a road whose end no one can foresee. Mr. Truman put into somber words a set of principles which, whether one likes them or not, are clear, basic and unequivocal. There will be changes in details—as, for instance, in how much money will be appropriated for the aid of Greece, Turkey or other nations. But it seems certain that after the tumult and the shouting die, the broad principles will remain. It is worth noting that Senator Vandenberg, the principal Republican congressional authority on foreign affairs, approved the President's declaration. It is plain that we are gradually assuming the position in the world which was once held by Great Britain. England emerged from the first war strong and rich, and regained her traditional role as a world power on which the sun never set. A victorious and proud France was her main ally in Europe. The end of the second war saw an incredible change. England is weak and hungry, relying on American dollars for her subsistence, and the greatest Empire the modern world has known is in the weary process of disintegration. And little is left of the old France. As a result, there are just two vast forces in today's world—one is the United States and the other is Soviet Russia. Mr. Truman did not speak the word Russia, but representatives are invariably the obJECTors. We are as far from a German peace treaty as ever. Many reasons are cited for the Russian attitude; and some defend it. But right and wrong to one side, the plain fact is that the nations which worked together effectively in war are not working together in peace. Invariably Russian spokesmen say that American "intervention" in the affairs of European nations such as Greece, is no different than Russian "intervention" in the affairs of nations such as Yugoslavia. The President's implied answer is that there is a great difference between forcing a philosophy of government down a country's throat, virtually at bayonet point, and aiding a country in peaceably choosing the government it wants, by ballot. This could be debated indefinitely, but that is how it stands now. The dangers that face us are many. And the top danger, of course, is the possibility of a third war which might destroy civilization and return the world to another dark age. Yet it seems impossible to believe that the peoples of the world could bring themselves to fight again in the foreseeable future—or that the nations have the resources for war. The great question is what course can be trusted to secure the peace, and all the decisions are predicated on that. In the meantime, it is pleasant to record that the country still seems unified in basic foreign policy. A recent Gallup poll showed overwhelming sentiment in favor of resisting aggressive aims of Russia. Republicans and Democrats alike sit in the high councils of state, and go as delegates to the conferences. We are making our stand on world problems plain to all—and there can be no turning back. HOUSING HEADACHE In spite of taxes and living costs that are much too high and labor troubles that are still much too frequent, the Number One domestic problem remains that of housing. National, state and local governments have all tried to solve it. Private industry has been pounding away at it. But with the end of the war 19 months behind us we still have a severe housing shortage. What can be done? Well, actually a great deal is being done. The trouble is that the demand for living space is so overwhelming that current accomplishments At the Republican primary election held here last Saturday, the following vote was polled: delegates at large to the state convention — Pio Pico, 24; S. B. C. well, 23; Dolores Sepulveda, 20; Warren H. Mace 16. For delegates from the 4th supervised district — Theodore Reiser, 20; J. Davis, 19. For member of our tral committee from 4th district — J. M. Guinn, 33; N. H. Mitchell. For member of the central committee at large — S. B. Casw APRIL 15, 1897 The beautiful two story bldg residence belonging to the Theodore Reiser has been sold Mr. Kossert, uncle of Mr. Jurge who has lived for nearly a year past on his ranch in West Aheim. The residence is one of the first erected in Anaheim was regarded in early days one of the handsomest and most beautifully furnished in South California. Since the decease Mr. and Mrs. Reiser the premise have been under the supervision of Mr. Thiele, who has kept beautiful grounds and orchard first class shape. The price said to be $5300 and the sale includes a 10 acre orange grove. Mrs. Shanley entertained Ladies Eucher club at her rdenct on last Thursday afternoon Mrs. Arthur Lewis won the prize, an enameled sugar spoon Mrs. Shanley the second, a ba boo table and Mrs. G. S. Dandt the booby prize, a silver thimble W. M. McFadden departed Friday for San Francisco where he will attend the session of grand lodge of Chosen Friends which order he holds the office grand trustee. As such he hooks the bonds of all the grand officers Mac will visit his Tom, at Stanford University before his return and will be abs until the latter part of the week. Lloyd Bailey and Fred Le came down from Los Angeles Saturday evening on their bicycle returning on Monday morning They made the trip in about three hours. ally in Europe. The end of the second war saw an incredible change. England is weak and hungry, relying on American dollars for her subsistence, and the greatest Empire the modern world has known is in the weary process of disintegration. And little is left of the old France. As a result, there are just two vast forces in today's world—one is the United States and the other is Soviet Russia. Mr. Truman did not speak the word Russia, but no one who heard his voice or read his words could doubt what was in his mind and the minds of Congress. Greece is of little importance in herself, and few Americans can admire the present Greek government. But Greece is a buttress between Turkey and the Soviet Union—and Turkey controls the Dardanelles. As Time has put it, "If Turkey and the Dardanelles went, the whole Middle East might slide into the Russian orbit." And that would be an ominous victory for the forces behind the Iron Curtain. It is apparently the view of Mr. Truman and his advisors that the time for firmness can no longer be postponed—and if this involves great, calculated risks, that is a chance we must take. To lose the peace could be as ultimately ruinous as if we had lost the war itself. To carry out this firm policy, the State Department has been measurably strengthened. Secretary Marshall enjoys an almost legendary reputation. In the view of many, he is the ablest man in American public life. There is none of the taint of the politician about him. When he took over, he shook up the Department from top to bottom. Moribund officials, submerged in routine and red tape, were removed. Marshall made it clear that a man's job depended upon his efficiency and performance. He picked for his closest advisors the best men available—such as John Foster Dulles, who went to National, state and local governments have all tried to solve it. Private industry has been pounding away at it. But with the end of the war 19 months behind us we still have a severe housing shortage: What can be done? Well, actually a great deal is being done. The trouble is that the demand for living space is so overwhelming that current accomplishments don't seem like much. For instance, last year, according to the State Chamber of Commerce, 115,000 new housing units were completed in California. That's a pretty sizable number no matter how you look at it. Based on population, if the same construction pace were carried on throughout the rest of the country we would have 9,000,000 new housing units in five years—enough to solve the housing headache, and then some. Obviously then, contractors haven't been sitting on their hands. Nor has there been any lack of financial assistance to homebuilders. All told, many hundreds of millions of dollars were advanced for the construction of houses. But coming right down to it, the housing shortage is one of the toughest problems California or the nation ever had. Even at best it will probably take several years to catch up. Meantime it should be recognized that home building is going forward with remarkable speed, especially in view of existing shortages of labor and vital materials. NEW MEMBER Proud parents are Mr. and Mrs. Russell Schmitt of 703 North Lemon street, who greeted a baby daughter last Saturday at St. Joseph hospital, Orange. She weighed six pounds and eleven ounces. Lloyd Bailey and Fred Lee came down from Los Angeles Saturday evening on their bicycle returning on Monday morning. They made the trip in about three hours. Jack Seegan died at the residence of W. J. Smith on Orangesthorpe avenue on Saturday morning. Congestion of the lungs. Deceased was aged 30 years and had IN THE DAYS OF LONG AGO 75 Years Ago APRIL 18, 1872 Quin Miller, the celebrated man expected to be in Los Ante within a few days and we may be induced to visit him. A very good pen picture of him was published last in our San Francisco correspondence which we reproduce the benefit of those who mishear it. "Joaquin Miller, poet of the Sierras, is in town attracts much attention asumps down Montgomery street. A strange looking man and be an obect of couriosity there. He is a little above him height, is slightly lame, carries his right hand in his left, his right arm having relict a wound in some of his knifes. He wears his long hair in flowing ringlets, falls over his shoulders and mimics the traditional appearance of a poet. On first acquaintance he is apt to strike one unintently as his manner is coldistant and his actions peculiar. But to those who know him tately he is genial and friend. He speaks of leaving for life again at no distant day he will leave us without a poet's note, for our own sweet charles Warren Stoddard, down to the uplands of the Pacific for inspiration, and will return for several months. In the Republican primary election held here last Saturday following vote was polled, tickets being in the field: For states at large to the state con- — Pio Pico, 24; S. B. Cas-23; Dolores Semulveda, 17: 41; Oscar Macey, 24; A. Brunson, 17. Whole number of votes cast—41. Quite a serious misfortune has befallen us this week in the shape of a heavy frost which appeared Wednesday night the 10th inst. The weather turned so cold that ice is reported to have formed and some of the vineyards were baddly nipped, others apparently unharmed. John W. Clark informs us that he has known vines as badly frosted in Napa Valley as late as April 20th when they were as far advanced as they are now here. The new growth was entirely killed down, yet the vines seemed to recover entirely, sent out new buds and produced in the fall almost as good a crop as usual but about four weeks later. The last serious frost that occurred here was much more severe than that of this week. A. Bittner has been appointed by the probate court guardian of John Thompson, incompetent. Married at the residence of the bride's father on the upper Santa Ana on Sunday the 7th inst., by J. W. Clark, J. P., Mr. Alexander Carpenter to Miss Sarah Catherine Barham. Dr. J. E. Fulton of Los Nietos, has just built a new ditch to irrigate the higher portion of his farm. It is one and a half miles in length and cost $300. The raffle for the fine Arion piano will take place Monday evening. Parties desiring chances. Colony Quips (Continued from Page 1) any event. If this should turn out to be the case, what are the rank and file of southern Democrats to do in the presidential election? What are Texas conservative Democrats, who still adhere to suchh doctrines as those enunciated by Beauford Jester's father fifty-two years ago, doctrines which so-called "liberal" Democrats reject as "reactionary," going to do when the have to make a choice? What kind of leadership with which Governor Jester provides his party will have great influence in determining the answer to that question. Of course, the national party conventions are still a year and a half in the future and much may happen in the meantime. But the present prospect is that Governor Jester will be tested as his party's leader by the extent that he practices the doctrines which his father so clearly enunciated. Annies Play Las Vegas Here Sunday Triple A talent behind the plate. He has a wonderful arm for throwing to second and a great reputation for wisdom in handling pitchers. Manager Henry L. Cohn predicts that if he does not prove the best catcher in the league, he will at any rate not be behind any other. Among the practice games scheduled by General Manager Cohn at the local ball orchard there will be contests with the USC Trojans, the Fresno Cardinals and the Pocatello club in the Toastmasters' Ladies Night Installation Se Social and business events in the local Toastmaster calendar is combined inservice ceremony and ladies night held at the high school next Monday evening o'clock. Al Holve will be as president to preside for suing April 1 to October 1 Deadline for all dinner invitations, to be made with Davis, Anaheim 2231, is to (Friday.) The area speaking conference be staged April 18 at the Ana Ebell clubhouse, 625 street, at 7 o'clock. In the it was announced during the lar dinner session last night at the high school o'Toastmasters from the Orange, Huntington Beach three Santa Ana clubs will pate. Royal Marten acted as critic, representing the A club, at the Smedley Club meeting at Santa Ana day night of last week. E of guest participants is junction with the "good w acquainted" program of masters International. Monday night's local was opened by outgoing p Bob Allen. Sydney Pelle topic chairman, launch round table discussion, ed Two-Cent Gasoline California Highways." Robert H. Allen, toastmine the evening, introduced th speakers. Winner of the son trophy was Ed Wright his discussion of "Man 50 Years Ago APRIL 15, 1897 A beautiful two story brick once belonging to the late Moore Reiser has been sold toOSSERT, uncle of Mr. Jurcke, has lived for nearly a year on his ranch in West AnaThe residence is one of first erected in Anaheim and regarded in early days as the handsomest and most fully furnished in Southern Bornia. Since the decease of and Mrs. Reiser the premises been under the supervision Thiele, who has kept the useful grounds and orchard in class shape. The price is to be $5300 and the sale in a 10 acre orange grove. Shanley entertained the Eucher club at her resion last Thursday afternoon. Arthur Lewis won the first can enameled sugar spoon. Shanley the second, a bamble and Mrs. G. S. Dandell, oby prize, a silver thimble. M. McFadden departed on for San Francisco where he attend the session of the lodge of Chosen Friends in order he holds the office of trustee. As such he holds sons of all the grand offMac will visit his son, at Stanford University be-return and will be absent the latter part of the week. Ed Bailey and Fred Lewis down from Los Angeles on day evening on their bicyclesing on Monday morning. made the trip in about three sided here for a unmber of years. Miss Ella Gardiner is a candidate for postmaster and has already a numerously signed petition asking for her appointment. Miss Gardiner is the efficient assistant postmaster. Alfred Seale has discontinued his studies at the Santa Ana Business College and contemplates attending a Los Angeles institute of learning. Frahk Ey has been appointed by the Santa Ana Chamber of Commerce as a delegate to the pure food congress which meets in San Francisco on the 30th. H. Cahm received on Thursday the sad news of the death of his aged mother, which occurred in Paris, France, on Tuesday. Mr. Cahm visited his mother at the time of the Paris exposition in 1889, taking his daughter, Miss Meline, with him. C. Hilmer, formerly a well known resident of this city, but now living in Madera, is in town renewing old acquaintances. Mr. Hilmer is in the sheep and wine business and is prospering. Billy Berdrow's sprinkler sizzles its slow length along, settling the dust in-the streets and sending the conviction home that it is several things of beauty rolled into one. James Irvine has donated to Orange County through the board of supervisors 160 acres of land in Santiago Canyon embracing the picnic grounds to be used as a public park. He has a wonderful arm for throwing to second and a great reputation for wisdom in handling pitchers. Manager Henry L. Cohn predicts that if he does not prove the best catcher in the league, he will at any rate not be behind any other. Among the practice games scheduled by General Manager Cohn at the local ball orchard there will be contests with the USC Trojans, the Fresno Cardinals and the Pocatello club in the Pioneer league. Don Kornahrens, the good looking southsider optioned to the Annie's by Sacramento, is expected to get the nod of Rothrock for the opening innings of Sunday's game. He played last year for the Stockton Porst, finishing with 10 wins and nine losses in spite of having been called upon to pitch every other day. Building Permits Total $12,500 Since First Applications for building permits at the office of Building Inspector Rudolph Nyboe since April 1 called for construction or alteration of four buildings for a total cost of $12,500. Applicants were: James F. Browne, for a dwelling and garage at 545 South Dickel street, to cost $8500. O. L. Clup, for alterations of a dwelling at 854 South Philadelphia, to cost $2500. H. B. R. Adams, for alterations at 1120 Diamond street, to cost $500. F. M. Stamm, for a snack bar and sandwich shop at 428 West Center street, to cost $1500. Widow Seeks To Administer Stankey Estate Application was made Tuesday for letters of administration in the estate of Robert Stankey who died March 24. The application was made in behalf of the widow, Mrs. Emma M. Stankey of West Broadway. The estate was said to consist of an estimated $13,000 in personal property and a 10 acre orgrove with an estimated income of $5000 annually. Other heirs are two daughters, Mrs. Myrta Saunders and Mrs. Ada Mae Robertson, both of Anaheim. Because of increase in population, the 1947 per capita supply of masters International. Monday night's local was opened by outgoing p Bob Allen. Sydney Pelle topic chairman, launch round table discussion, ed Two-Cent Gasoline California Highways." Robert H. Allen, toastmeth e evening, introduced th speakers. Winner of th son trophy was Ed Wright his discussion of "Man o tery." Other speakers included Alexander, new member w his autobiography, and Vi ber who spoke on "Are W of Communism of Democritic was Dr. Kenneth EASTER VACATION PRELUDE TO SUMMER Easter or spring vacation words to the "younger s came a wonderful, and fully active reality last when elementary, high sch j junior colleges in this vicin c came void of students and ers alike. Also evident in a to vacant campuses are ma sunburns and faint "o echoes from Balboa wh Rendezvous room open holidays, Saturdays and a wicked" Wednesday. Other al vacation resorts and beaches are reported to habited three deep. 25 Years Ago APRIL 13, 1922 In the four election boards in the result of polls in respective precincts Monday and the totals counted up found that in the election by trustees Chas. H. Mann Frank N. Gibbs were re-elected and Godfrey Stock had chosen to fill the seat of Bachs who had declined to be the race again. The total cast was 1502, almost 65 per cent of the registration. Mann had a total of 772, Gibbs 768, 768. Ren and Hartwell Bradford acres just east of Placentia Tuesday to the E. E. McCompany of Los Angeles for consideration of $400,000 or $10,000 an acre. This is in one of the most oil districts in the state as three producing wells contracts let for half a dozen. The property involved is on the ranch holdings atwell and Warren Bradford. It was exploited for oil it orange grove. Population of 15,000 in this year 1930 was predicted by E. F. Zacher, commercial engineer for the Pacific Telephone and Telegraph Co., who based his statement on the increase of telephone installations here during the first quarter of 1922. The period shows a gain of 91 installations as compared with the first three months of 1921. Al Brunworth, who has been a patrolman on the Pasadeha police force since his return from France, has been taken off his beat and placed in an office at headquarters. He is now a desk sergeant. Donald Ross is recovering from a severe illness due to acidosis. He has been on a rigorous diet and is now able to be out again. Donald is a bright little chap of 5 years and is able to say hello to his friends as they pass his residence. During his illness the little lad was miserable. The Orange County Rock and Gravel company began work Tuesday excavating for the Kraemer building at the corner of Emily and Center streets. The building is to be an imposing business block, the cost of which March 24. The application was made in behalf of the widow, Mrs. Emma M. Stankey of West Broadway. The estate was said to consist of an estimated $13,000 in personal property and a 10 acre orgrove with an estimated income of $5000 annually. Other heirs are two daughters, Mrs. Myrta Saunders and Mrs. Ada Mae Robertson, both of Anaheim. Because of increase in population, the 1947 per capita supply of food for the world is 7 or 8 per cent below prewar supplies. will be in the neighborhood of $100,000. Postoffice receipts here for the first quarter of 1922 show a substantial gain as compared with the corresponding period of 1921, according to figures made public by Postmaster J. Frederick Ahlborn. The receipts for March of this year showed a 40 per cent gain, while the total gain for the quarter was 14 per cent. Mr. and Mrs. Edward Ward chaperoned a party of young folks composed of Misses Aline Adams, Marie Schacht, Charlie Ward, Gordon Jones and Neil Nelson on a picnic to Santiago canyon Sunday afternoon. They took materials for supper and cooked their meal in the park, returning late in the evening. Miss Mackey West of Bakersfield is visiting her sister, Mrs. Fred Schneider. Senator Walter Eden was in town this week from Santa Ana transacting legal business. Mr. and Mrs. Harding of Orangethorpe avenue were in town Tuesday renewing acquaintance with old friends. Reeves & Dunsmore have purchased the 10-acre orange grove of George Reeks northwest of town, the price being $35,000. Toastmasters' Ladies Night, Installation Set Social and business event heading the local Toastmasters club calendar is combined installation ceremony and ladies night to be held at the high school cafeteria next Monday evening at 6:30 'clock. Al Holve will be seated as president to preside for the enuing April 1 to October 1 term. Deadline for all dinner reservations, to be made with William Davis, Anaheim 2231, is tomorrow Friday. The area speaking contest will be staged April 18 at the Santa Ana Ebell clubhouse, 625 French street, at 7 o'clock in the evening, it was announced during the regular dinner session last Monday night at the high school cafeteria. Toastmasters from the Anaheim, Orange, Huntington Beach and three Santa Ana clubs will participate. Royal Marten acted as guest critic, representing the Anaheim Club, at the Smedley Club No. 1 meeting at Santa Ana Wednesday night of last week. Exchange of guest participants is in connection with the "good will—get acquainted" program of Toastmasters International. Monday night's local meeting was opened by outgoing president Bob Allen. Sydney Pellew, table topic chairman, launched the round table discussion, "Proposal Two-Cent Gasoline Tax for California Highways." Robert H. Allen, toastmaster of the evening, introduced the three speakers. Winner of the Patteron trophy was Ed Wright with his discussion of "Man of Mys- Monday night's local meeting was opened by outgoing president Bob Allen. Sydney Pellew, table topic chairman, launched the ground table discussion, "Proposed Two-Cent Gasoline Tax for California Highways." Robert H. Allen, toastmaster of the evening, introduced the three speakers. Winner of the Patteron trophy was Ed Wright with his discussion of "Man of Mystery." Other speakers included Ralph Alexander, new member who gave his autobiography, and Victor Huwer who spoke on "Are We Afraid of Communism of Democracy?" Critic was Dr. Kenneth Heuler. LASTER VACATION RELUDE TO SUMMER Easter or spring vacation, magic words to the "younger set" become a wonderful, and wonderfully active reality last Friday, when elementary, high school and senior colleges in this vicinity become void of students and teachers alike. Also evident in addition to vacant campuses are many ripe burns and faint "current" shoes from Balboa where the rendezvous room opened for holidays, Saturdays and a "sand-washed" Wednesday. Other coast vacation resorts and popular beaches are reported to be inhabited three deep. FOR SALE Typewriter, Cash Register, Check Protector. ANAHEIM OFFICE EQUIPMENT SERVICE Home owned by a Veteran E. M. McLAUGHLIN So. Lemon St. Phone 5358 ANAHEIM, CALIF. 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