anaheim-gazette 1947-04-24

A few days ago I picked up a newspaper which prides itself on having the largest circulation in Los Angeles and I saw a picture of William Jennings Bryan Jr. the Collector of Customs for Southern California, having himself photographed with three old employees, whom he was discharging, blaming the discharges of course on the Congress; "The budget had been cut." Another paper, published in both Los Angeles and San Francisco carried a lead editorial saying that dope would now flood the United States; "The budget had been cut." The governor of California, who is not supposed to pay salaries and expenses, since I have been in Congress have been as follows for the fiscal years as shown: F.Y. 1943 $1,289,060 F.Y. 1944 1,150,000 F.Y. 1945 1,338,467 F.Y. 1946 1,167,400 F.Y. 1947 1,300,000 and for the fiscal year under discussion, to end June 30, 1948, the House gave the bureau $1,434,000. The bill is now before the Senate. I rise to remark that this is not a "cut in the budget" nor in the words of one of the papers referred to, "An Invitation to Dope Peddlers." After the propaganda campaign broke, Mr. Anslinger came... Another paper, published in both Los Angeles and San Francisco carried a lead editorial saying that dope would now flood the United States; "The budget had been cut." The governor of California, who is not supposed to carry the torch of Administration propaganda, is reported to have wired Senator Knowland, "protesting a proposed budget cut which would reduce customs personnel in Los Angeles and San Francisco." Even some of our ordinarily sane commercial organizations got on their horses and rode off in all directions at once under the spur of the propaganda experts. Let's look at the facts: The principal control of dope is in the Bureau of Narcotics, which is in the Treasury Department. Its Director is H. J. Anslinger, an able man, who runs his bureau efficiently, with an eye on economy, and with respect for the Congress. The Bureau of Customs is a separate bureau of the Treasury Department. Its Director is W. R. Johnson, who is not an able man, who does not run his bureau efficiently, who has no interest in economy, and no respect for the Congress. The Bureau of Narcotics is well managed and well thought of. It has never come to the Hill with a request for a deficiency appropriation. Its appro- U.S. ROYAL De Luxe TIRES Back Aqain. and Backed by the Same Expert Tire Service U.S. Tire Supply K. F. HELLYER 410 So. Los Angeles St. Phone 2297 Anaheim Come in for Complete Tire Inspection; Guaranteed Tire Repairs AND THE SAFETY OF LAIRD ATTENDS CREDIT GRANTERS' CONFERENCE Ross Lee Laird returned here yesterday (Wednesday) after being a delegate to the three-day Credit Granters' meeting staged at San Jose Sunday, Monday and Tuesday. Last Rites For Elmer W. Fries Funeral services were conducted yesterday (Wednesday) afternoon at 2 o'clock for Elmer W. Fries, 25, a native of Anaheim, who died early Sunday at an Orange hospital after a prolonged illness. The Rev. A. L. Horn, pastor of the Evangelical United Brethern church, officiated for the rites at Hilgenfeld chapel. A graduate of grade schools here, Fries entered Anaheim Union high school but was compelled to discontinue in his sophomore year due to ill health. He is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. William Fries of 711 South Lemon street, and two sisters, Mrs. Helen Woods and Miss Doris Fries, both of Anaheim. Entombment was made in Melrose Abbey, mausoleum. LAIRD ATTENDS CREDIT GRANTERS' CONFERENCE Ross Lee Laird returned here yesterday (Wednesday) after being a delegate to the three-day Credit Granters' meeting staged at San Jose Sunday, Monday and Tuesday. IN THE DAYS OF LONG AGO 75 Years Ago MAY 4, 1872 In pursuance to a call published in last week's Gazette a large meeting of the friends of city government assembled at the Plantation hotel last Saturday evening, nominate candidates for the various city offices to be voted at the election on Monday next. The meeting was called to order by O. H. Allen Esq., after which John Fischer was chosen preside, and George C. Knox acted secretary. The following nominations were then made, the number of votes being indicated in the annexed figures: For may-Henry Kroeger, unanimous; for councilmen—J. P. Zeyn, 25; W. Champlin, 26; Richard Herran, 21; Obeo Macy, 19; F. A. Born 17; for treasurer—Theodore Emau, unanimous; for city attorney—Chas. A. Gardner, unanimous; for city assessor—S. H. Dyne 20; for city marshal—Gustav St. 21. The only nomination for which there was any noticeable competition was that of marshal in which the friends of Chas. F. Emau and Gustav Rust elected throughout the evening. The chest vote cast was 34. It is not probable than an opposition ticket will be put in the field. The election for school trustee Saturday resulted in the unanimous reelection of the present artery incumbent, Dr. W. M. Higgs. Only 11 voters turned out, which is a pretty fair sample of interest manifested by the public in school elections. In Fair-grounds we are indebted for the following list of trustees of the Anaheim Water company lately elected: Rudolph Luedke, Andrew Bittern, Henry Kroeger, A. Heyerman, and Henry Richter. The board organized itself as follows: President, Rudolph Luedke; vice-president, Andrew Bittern; treasurer, Henry Kroeger; secretary, A. Heyerman. On Wednesday last, a fire was started to burn dry cactus on the ranch adjoining the residences of Messrs. Frank Parker and Charles Counza, just east of town, when the high wind which arose that morning communicated the flames to the barley field of Mr. Parker and threatened destruction to the dwellings of both families. No one was at home except Mrs. Counza and her sister Miss Eva Parker, but these ladies proved equal to the emergency and gallantly fought the fire until, after four hours of hard work they succeeded in conquering it. Several acres of barley was destroyed. Our old friend Col. Hill, who has been absent for several weeks at Los Nietos painting many fine new buildings there, has returned and is ornamenting Enterprise hall, and Challenge restaurant with bright colors which very much improve those buildings. Mrs. B. H. Bancroft and children, John Bancroft, J. P. Marcovich and family, J. P. Zeyn and son, and F. A. Korn arrived from San Francisco by the Sonate on Assessed Value Of Land Will Show Increase (Continued from Page 1) that to assess every property at 100 per cent of its "actual market value" would keep county assessors balancing on the edge of a knife. They appear satisfied if assessments represent 50 per cent of the actual market value. If appraisals by county assessors fall much below that figure they have been known to step in to make the assessments themselves. The greatest increases in assessed value of Orange county properties naturally are expected in swiftly developing urban districts. Included in some of the spectacular advances are a considerable number of lots on South Main street, Santa Ana, and along the "Miracle Mile" in the Balboa-Newport peninsula. In the latter district assessments have been increased as much as 500 per cent—on land alone. It doesn't mean taxes on particular lots will be increased five-fold. Assessor Enderle figures the actual tax bill of the owners would be increased not more than 20 per cent. To illustrate how increased assessed value of land would affect a typical citrus ranch Enderle chose a five acre lemon orchard in the Yorba Linda district. Last year the land was assessed at $1080, and the trees at $1500, total $2580. In his next tax bill this owner will find his land assessed at $1450, and his trees still at $1500, total $2950. Land owners will, of course, have their opportunity to object to their assessments the latter part of July. Death Comes Long Time Long Business Mass Funeral services were held Tuesday for Benjamin Herer, for many years a waker Anaheim business man at his home at 511 North Street Saturday morning age of 67. Mr. Karcher was a Ohio and had been a Anaheim for 24 years been the head of the Kaiden Seed company for three years. He was active in face church, a mmeber Name Society and a chafer of the Knights of chaplets of Anaheim former home in Oklahoma. Surviving relatives include wife, Louisa M., a son, three dauaghters Mrs. Dominguez, Mrs. Mary Mrs. Louise Ferguson, heim; seven grandchildren Nicholas and Ohio and Michael of and two sisters Mrs. dan of Hawthorne and esa Boes of Ohio. Interment was in Hickory cemetery. Citrus Market Shows Slight Price Increase Continued from Pa there is a place for market. Lemon sales last week smallest in volume for 50 Years Ago MAY 6, 1897 Rev. James Stone was installed permanent pastor of the Presbyterian church on Tuesday evening in an impressive and long be remembered service. Rev. Apkins of Santa Ana conducted exercises and preached an expressive sermon. Rev. Parker Orange delivered the charge to pastor, and Rev. Campbell of Los Angeles, delivered the charge to the people. Otis Skinner and wife (the former Miss Maud Durbin) were Anaheim Monday, visiting bands. Mr. and Mrs. Skinner are guests of Madame Modjeska and Count Bozenta at Arden, Adjeska's mountain home in theantiago canyon where they are enjoying a short vacation after aarduous but successful theatrical season. The young ladies social club is entertained delightfully by Misses Zeyn on Saturday afternoon. The parlor was handedly decorated with Duchessezes and ferns. A game of progressive euchre engaged the attention of the young ladies during the afternoon. The first prize, earl and silver paper knife was awarded to Miss Winifred Melke. The second, a silver letter penner, fell to Mrs. Laura Roller. Freshments were served after the game. The eagle eye of the reporter right a glimpse of Chet Holcomb on Sunday with one of Anaheim's fair daughters. A little whisper to us something out Chet, that that's all right—public "don't need" to know it is. Our old friend Col. Hill, who has been absent for several weeks at Los Nietos painting many fine new buildings there, has returned and is ornamenting Enterprise hall, and Challenge restaurant with bright colors which very much improve those buildings. Mrs. B. H. Bancroft and children, John Bancroft, J. P. Marcovich and family, J. P. Zeyn and son, and F. A. Korn arrived from San Francisco by the Senator on the 27th. Born—at Anaheim, Sunday, April 28, 1872, to the wife of Chas. A. Gardner, a daughter. Council Hands Variance Row To Planners (Continued from Page 1) can Patriotic Society for its Cinco de Mayo celebration from 7 to 11 p.m. May 5. Appointed Roy Merk director of recreation for the coming vacation season. Merk who is a student in Fullerton Junior College and a resident of Anaheim held the same situation last year. Agreed to arrange a free concert some time in July or August by the Long Beach Veterans Band of 60 pieces and to help with its transportation and other expenses. Passed a resolution of appreciation for the services of Miss Mary Alice Grimshaw and Miss Kate Rea whose terms as members of the board of trustees of the Anaheim public library expired April 30. As new members of the board the council appointed Leo J. Sheridan and Harry B. Peqrson for full terms and Mrs. Ruth M. Newkirk to serve during the unexpired term of the late A. Curtis Case. Heard the complaint of a delegation of lack of water in the northeastern portion of the city and reflected philosophically that a 12-inch line to replace the present 2-inch line is being laid but can't relieve the complained-of water shortage for about two months. And heard sympathetically the request of the Anaheim post of The American Legion for assistance in finding a site for an American Legion building to accommodate its greatly enlarged membership. In conclusion Mayor Charles Pearson issued a proclamation calling upon all good Anaheim citizens to join the torchlight parade to open the season of the Sunset baseball league here and to attend the opening game which will be called at 8:15 tomorrow (Friday) night. 25 Years Ago MAY 4, 1922 Four applications for the office city recorder and three for the marshalship confronted the trusses at Thursday's meeting, but the office of city manager, cityorney and rate collector there were none to oppose the old inmebents. H. V. Weisel, attorney-law, Charles Kuchel, news-serveman, C. B. Brown, income expert and Miss Hannah Horizz, secretary and photographer, wanted the job as judge of the ace court to fill the vacancy used by the resignation of Judge J. Howard. For the purpose of considering the merits of the var- candidates for recorder, thetees retired to the star cham- and discussed the question in state. On returning to the cour- room they announced the elec- of Charles Kuchel. The new age is not a lawyer but in his tortorial capacity has been frequent attendant at police acts and is thoroughly acquaint- with the duties of a recorder. Marshal Steadman was re-painted as head of the police department. City Manager O. E. Edward, Rate Collector W. A. Place and City Attorney H. G. Hess were all reappointed, there being no opposing candidates. Solution of intention to pave cementine street from Cypress to Harrison Yarnell and Josh Parker were over from Orange on Friday afternoon visiting with Drug-gist Derge, brother-in-law of the former gentleman. John Hartung had a recurrence of his old attack of fever, and has been ill at home during the past week. Joe Backs jumped 5 feet 4 inches high in the running high jump at athletic exercises at Curtis Grove on Sunday. Joe is the champion high jumper. Broadway was adopted. Harry D. Riley's bid for the Turck house on the park site of $3000 was accepted and Mr. Riley will immediately move it off. Reinert also submitted a bid of $2960. A real estate deal is being put through whereby W. J. Morrison is purchasing the 5 acre grove of Dr. C. S. O'Toole northeast of the city for $18,000. There are no improvements and the place is set to Valencias. Mr. Morrison has owned the old Renny place for several years and last fall came here to live with his wife on his retirement from the vice-presidency of the National Bank of Long Beach. His faith in this part of the country is shown by extensive purchases of Orange county groves. W. J. Elliott took his seat as a member of the grammar school board on Monday evening. The board organized by electing George W. Sloop president and E. W. Metcalf secretary. Mrs. Rex Cayce of Los Angeles, Mrs. Mary Vinson King of Tulsa, Oklahoma, her son Lawrence of Oklahoma and Mr. and Mrs. Darwin of Los Angeles were in town Sunday visiting with friends. Anaheim buildings totals for the American Legion for assistance in finding a site for an American Legion building to accommodate its greatly enlarged membership. In conclusion Mayor Charles Pearson issued a proclamation calling upon all good Anaheim citizens to join the torchlight parade to open the season of the Sunset baseball league here and to attend the opening game which will be called at 8:15 tomorrow (Friday) night. first four months of the year, ending at noon Saturday reached a figure in excess of one-half million, by far the largest total ever rolled up here in any previous period. The total for the four months was given as $534,130, April, the banner month, piled up $200,000 in permits. Seventy permits were issued this month. Last year's total was $1,258,875. If the present building rate is maintained the total for the present year will be well over a million and a half. A thief ransacked the home of W. J. Heinz on South West street Monday afternoon and carried away jewelry to the amount of $195. Members of the family were away at the time. ST. AGNES GUILD PLANNING BRIDGE-TEA Members of St. Agnes Guild of St. Michael's Episcopal church will meet next Monday evening at 7:30 o'clock at the home of Mrs. B. A. Arnold, 1001 East North street. Co-hostess will be Mrs. Foster Warwick. Final plans will be made for the guild's annual spring bridge-tea to be presented at the Ebell clubhouse, May 10. WELCOME SON Greeting a baby son were Mr. and Mrs, G. B. Jones of 308 South Los Angeles street. He arrived at Fullerton Cottage hospital April 15, tipping the scales at seven pounds, one and one-half ounces. Death Comes To Long Time Local Business Man Funeral services were held at St. Boniface church at 7:30 a.m. Tuesday for Benjamin F. Karcher, for many years a well known Anaheim business man, who died at his home at 511 North Lemon street Saturday morning at the age of 67. Mr. Karcher was a native of Ohio and had been a resident of Anaheim for 24 years. He had been the head of the Karcher Feed Seed company for the past 19 years. He was active in St. Boniface church, a member of the Holy Name Society and a charter member of the Knights of Columbus chapters of Anaheim and of a former home in Oklahoma. Surviving relatives include his wife, Louisa M., a son, Theodore; three dauaghters, Mrs. Genevieve Dominguez, Mrs. Mary DeGroff, Mrs. Louise Ferguson, all of Anaheim; seven grandchildren; three brothers, Nicholas and William of Ohio and Michael of Oklahoma, and two sisters, Mrs. Mary Jordan of Hawthorne and Mrs. Theresa Boes of Ohio. Interment was in Holy Sepulchre cemetery. Citrus Market Shows Slight Price Increase Continued from Page 1 there is a place for it in the market. Lemon sales last week were the smallest in volume for any corre- Citrus Market Shows Slight Price Increase Continued from Page 1 there is a place for it in the market. Lemon sales last week were the smallest in volume for any corresponding week in the three preceding years and the f.o.b. average price was the lowest. Sales the first of the week were at slightly higher prices. The f.o.b. average last week was around $3.98 a box compared to $4.31 for the corresponding week last year, $5.09 in 1945 and $4.09 for 1944. Improved health conditions throughout the country was given as one prime reason for lessened interest in lemons for colds and flu. SON FOR THE ALLREDS Mr. and Mrs. L. M. Allred are the proud parents of a son who arrived at Fullerton Cottage hospital Friday, tipping the scales at seven pounds, ten and one-half ounces. Everybody reads the Gazette. That's the beauty of going East by Greyhound! You buy one ticket... travel on one system. Go one way, return another... stop over anywhere, anytime. And you save more on Greyhound's low fares. Always go East by Greyhound... go all the way by Greyhound! A. M. THOMAS, Agent 217 So. 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