anaheim-gazette 1947-05-08

Budwood From Wild Mexican Trees Promises Hardier Avocado Rootstock An avocado root stock more hardy than any now known in California was the object of a search by a quartet which have just returned from an airplane trip to southern Mexico where they explored several cloud forests known to be the home of the wild primitive avocado. They will not be able to say for several years whether they were successful in their quest but they brought back with them budwood from seven distinct types of wild avocado which will be propagated in a number of experimental plots in Orange and Los Angeles counties. In the party were H. B. Griswold of La Habra Heights, president of the California Avocado Society, a culture group; presi- dent of United Avocado Growers, a marketing cooperative and owner of extensive avocado acreage both at La Habra and Fallbrook; C. S. Crawford of Santa Ana, member of the varieties committee of the Avocado Society; Harold E. Wahlberg, Orange county farm advisor, and Dr. C. A. Schroeder, division of sub-tropical horticulture, University of California in Los Angeles. First quality sought in a new avocado root stock is resistance to a type of tree decline which some growers believe offers a menace, distant but distinct, to the entire industry in California. This disease makes its first appearance in trees on poorly drained clay soils and is hastened, if not produced, by injudicious irrigation. An accumulation of moisture at the roots is followed by a fungus growth which gradually kills the tree. Some growers are convinced this fungi is gradually spreading in at least some orchards from poorly drained and faultily irrigated trees to well drained trees in deep soil. In any event it provides the avocado grower with his No. 1 cultural problem. In an earlier trip to Mexico and Central America Griswold and Crawford found primitive avocados flourishing under what appeared to be exactly the conditions killing California trees and this suggested to them that there might be an avocado rootstock that would prove resistant to the California type of tree decline, but they were wholly unprepared to bring out any new crop. Your Sunkist Reporter No Soap Bubble People who professed to know farmers used to watch the California Fruit Growers Exchange with the No Soap Bubble People who professed to know farmers used to watch the California Fruit Growers Exchange with the same breathless interest with which you watch a sailing soap bubble. They expected it to collapse any minute. The Exchange was supposed to fall apart because it was a cooperative organization made up of farmers, and farmers were not supposed to be good business men or able to cooperate. Well, the Exchange has managed to hold together for 54 years so far. And somehow it keeps attracting more and more members. Moreover, this marketing cooperative organization of 14,500 farmers is smooth-running and efficient. If we do say it ourselves, it's what nurserymen call a "specimen"—regarded all over the country as an example of what a farmer marketing cooperative ought to be. What makes the Exchange work so satisfactorily? It's true that west coast citrus growers have urgent reasons to cooperate. They must direct the movement of their own fruit to avoid the financial disasters that occur when a perishable food floods overloaded markets. (That's what happened in pre-Exchange days.) But the need for cooperation doesn't necessarily result in a smooth-running, efficient organization. As this reporter sees it, the secret of that lies in the structure of the Exchange itself. The Exchange is made up of more than 200 local packing-house associations. Each of these is directed by a Board of Growers elected from its own membership. Each Board hires its own packing house manager, runs its own house. These 200 local associations are joined together in groups to form District Exchanges. Each of the 25 District Exchanges is directed by a Board of growers elected from the participating associations. This Board has all the say-so about the District Exchange, hires its own District Exchange Manager, and is responsible to the growers of the District. Each of the 25 District Exchanges vids the avocado grower with his No. 1 cultural problem. In an earlier trip to Mexico and Central America Griswold and Crawford found primitive avocados flourishing under what appeared to be exactly the conditions killing California trees and this suggested to them that there might be an avocado rootstock that would prove resistant to the California type of tree decline, but they were wholly unprepared to bring out any propagation material. In preparation for their second expedition they found there was an inescapable quarantine against avocado seeds from Mexico or Central America, because of a seed weevil prevalent there, but that budwood would be admitted after inspection. The necessity of propagating from budwood instead of directly from seeds will delay plans of the group at least two years. The budwood shipped home was all chosen from vigorous trees growing in saturated clay soils. To insure hardiness of the stock, buds were chosen only from trees growing at altitudes between 6000 and 7000 feet where snow is not wholly unknown. “Practically every forest we visited presented new types of primitive trees,” said Griswold, “and we feel that we have merely scratched the surface. We fully expect this project to cover a period of several years. In addition to a stock resistant to decline, it is not impossible we shall also find one superior in vigor or in productiveness to any stock known in California.” The expedition did not lack adventure. Once, in a remote mountain region, they came upon a village fiesta. They approached warily, not knowing but they were witnessing a ceremony forbidden to strangers. Instead of sending them away, however, the villagers, when they caught sight of the party, dragged them by force into a circle of dancers and set them to dancing. On another occasion all members of the party were arrested and hailed before a village chief. It took them a good part of a day to explain through an interpreter what they were doing in the region. Barbara McMahon Funeral Tuesday Funeral services for Miss Barbara McMahon Program Set For May 10 at Newport The Orange County Symphony orchestra, directed by Clint Sawin, will present its second concert of the season at Newport Harbor Union high school auditorium, Friday, May 16. Featured on the program will be Miss Jean Kilgore, talent young soloist, playing Schumann Piano Concerto in A Minor. Also billed for the performance are the “Emperor Waltzes” by Hann Strauss, Jr., “Christmas Cercito Grosse” by Corelli, “Phedre” Overture by J. Mass net and J. S. Bach’s “Prelude Choral and Fugue.” All musicians in the county are urged to contact Director Sawin at the Newport high school Francis J. Horvath, manager of publicity, at 116 Thirteenth street Newport Beach, regarding enrichment for the ensuing year. A nomic leader, Sawin is launching extensive plans for next season. Present membership in musical organization is composed of residents from every town in the county, who because of their love of music and community spirit, travel to the beach city for rehearsals. No admission is charged for outstanding programs and public is cordially invited to attend. Radio Stolen Here Among Effects Of Slain Gunman Anaheim police had some fixes convictions about who burglarized the Doller radio store on South Los Angeles street last month and took $1200 worth of radio seeder receiving word by way San Bernardino that the coroner of Placer county was holding combination radio and record player found among the effects James Anderson, slain in a gun battle with officers near Lake Toho. The make, model and serial number corresponded with a radio set taken from the Doller store. Police said they had evidence that Anderson and five companions now in custody were connected with a battle with police Seal Beach, the theft of a new Plymouth car from the McFadden Chrylser-Plymouth agency here and the theft of two new Buick cars from a display room in San Bernardino. Each of the 25 District Exchange Boards elects one grower to represent it on the Board of the Central Exchange, which meets every Wednesday in the Sunkist Building in Los Angeles. The 25 growers on this Central Exchange Board elect one of their number as President. This Board employs the General Manager and staff of the Central Exchange, determines policies, and is responsible for the operation of the central organization and the 56 Sunkist sales offices throughout the U.S. and Canada. Each of the 25 Central Board members must answer to his own District. If he fails to represent it adequately, the District Board elects somebody else. And that holds true all along the line. In other words, the entire operation of this great cooperative is governed by growers who are themselves the elected representatives of the membership. Fair representation is the soundest basis for an agricultural organization as well as for a government. Next report in this paper two weeks from today. Barbara McMahon Funeral Tuesday Funeral services for Miss Barbara McMahon, 68 years of age, who passed away very suddenly Sunday of last week, were held Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock in the chapel of Backs, Campbell and Kaulbars mortuary. The Rev. R. H. Kezer of the Seventh Day Adventist church officiated. Interment was in Melrose Abbey. Born in Canada, she had been a resident of Anaheim for 25 years. There are no known immediate relatives surviving. ATTENDING STATE REBEKAH ASSEMBLY Five delegates from Anaheim left Saturday for San Francisco to attend the annual state Rebekah assembly being staged this week at the Odd Fellow's Hall in the Golden Gate city. Mrs. Nell Garten, state president, is presiding during the sessions. Those present from here include Helen Pannier, Berthyle Reisinger, Marle Cannon and Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Howard. More than 1100 persons gathered for last year's assembly. ARNOLD HOWARD, JE. TO LEAVE FOR SAN DIEGO AMM 3/c Arnold Howard, Jr., now home on a 42-day leave, will return to the San Diego naval base May 14, for further assignment. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Howard of 417 South Citron street. ISSUE LICENSE Joyce Marie Buis of La Habra and William John Burdorf of Anaheim were issued a marriage license at Santa Ana court house Wednesday of last week. ANAHEIM GAZETTE LARGEST PLANE VISITED— First exhibit to arrive at the Port-O-Trade Exposition, to be held in Long Beach, June 3-22, was this private-sized amphibian, shown as it taxied under the nose of Howard Hughes' giant H-4, world's largest plane, now being readied for initial tests near the exposition site. County Orchestra Program Set For May 10 at Newport Orange County Symphony extra, directed by Clinton will present its second concert of the season at Newport Union high school auditorium, Friday, May 16. Cured on the program will miss Jean Kilgore, talented soloist, playing Schumann's Concerto in A Minor. Promotion For Three Local Cadets Promotion of three students members of Anaheim Union high school's unit of the California Cadet Corps here was announced today by Cadet corps headquarters in Sacramento. Those promoted included Cadet Major Don Martinson to be cadet lieutenant colonel; Cadet Captain Eugene Barry-Hutain, to be cadet major, and Cadet Second Lieutenant Richard Hoxsie to cadet first lieutenant. Barber Monte Webb 'Back Again' At New Location Monte Webb, popular citizen of Anaheim, a barber of 'long cutting,' is back again, after a two month vacation, at a new location, Tidwell's Barber Shop, 318 West Center street. He was the former owner-manager of Monte's emporium on East Center street for many years, previous to his association with "Bill" Tidwell. Forester Will Disposes Of Huge Estate On file this week in the clerk's office was the widow Mrs. Mae E. Forester Juan Capistrano, one of schoolteachers in the mislodge and widow of the late John O. Forester. The petition, for probation will and for special letter ministration, Melitas Fonseca, simply stated property was worth "in excess $10,000" and that the estate an annual income of "in excess $10,000," but guessers the property in the estate be worth up to a million. Nieces and nephews were queathed the family north of San Juan Cayman walnut and citrus groves, land, income property in Santa Barbara and Laguna Jewels, household furnishings an automobile. OPEN HOUSE PLANNED BY ST. MICHAEL'S Open house will be held Michael's Episcopal church day morning, May 25, during regular church school hours o'clock. All parents and of the young people are invited to attend by Rev. Saville. Morning prayer church will open the evening followed by various class situations and programs to be led in the parish house. No special handiwork will played as a visual resume activities. Refreshments served. Program Set For Day 10 at Newport Orange County Symphony Extra, directed by Clinton will present its second concert of the season at Newport Union high school auditorium Friday, May 16. Cured on the program will miss Jean Kilgore, talented soloist, playing Schumann's Concerto in A Minor. Billed for the performance "Emperor Waltzes" by Jo-Strauss, Jr., "Christmas Concertos" by Corelli, the piece Overture by J. Masse and J. S. Bach's "Prelude, Fugue." Musicians in the county are to contact Director Sawin Newport high school or J. Horvath, manager of city, at 116 Thirteenth street, Hart Beach, regarding enrollment for the ensuing year. A dydeleader, Sawin is launching five plans for next season. Ent membership in the local organization is composed students from every town in county, who because of their love of music and community travel to the beach city for trials. Admission is charged for the dining programs and the is cordially invited to attend. Steel Pipe On Ground For 'Big Inch' Line Thirty inch steel pipe for the "big inch" gas line being laid from Texas oil fields to California for the Southern Counties Gas company has been distributed along the route the line is to follow through Orange county. The pipeline is to enter Orange county by way of Santa Ana canyon, cross the river at Prado Dam and then follow the Puente hills to the Pacific Electric right of way west of Yorba Linda. The line will then follow the P. E. right of way to the distributing center at Santa Fe Springs. Company officials also said this week the line was expected to be completed and ready for use by the first of October. NEW SON. JAMES S., FOR THE ROBERT FARRARS Mr. and Mrs. Sam F. Hilgenfeld's daughter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Farrar of 130 North Lowell street, Santa Ana, are the proud parents of a new son, James Samuel, who arrived at Santa Ana Community hospital May 2, tipping the scales at seven pounds and two ounces. She is the former Evelyn Hilgenfeld of this city. Her brother and sister-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Hilgenfeld reside in Anaheim. Farrar is the principal of Santa Ana Union high school. NEW GARDEN GROVER Mr. and Mrs. Edward P. Wilcox of Route 1, Box 240, Garden Grove are the proud parents of a baby son who arrived at Anaheim hospital Friday. He tipped the scales at six pounds and five ounces. Webb Back Again At New Location Monte Webb, popular citizen of Anaheim, a barber of 'long cutting,' is back again, after a two month vacation, at a new location, Tidwell's Barber Shop, 318 West Center street. He was the former owner-manager of Monte's emporium on East Center street for many years, previous to his association with "Bill" Tidwell. Angling, lake, surf and dam, highlighted his leave of absence. He helped open the trout season at Mt. Wilson. The fish "really caught it" at Lake Hodges, Henshaw and Railroad Canyon also. Webb cast in the surf at Newport Beach and Dana Point, too. For variety he and Mrs. Webb toured San Diego zoo accompanied by his daughter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. John Leonard Hayden and their daughter, Judy, of Santa Ana. The enthusiastic group noticed the human qualities of monkeys, as a point of special interest. Here Are Topics For Next Week's Farm Broadcasts For its seventh week of daily broadcasts for Orange county farmers and their families, the Agricultural Extension Service has announced this program: Monday, May 12—Mrs. Marian Prentiss, home demonstration agent, Cutting Food Costs by Correct Handling and Cooking Methods. Tuesday, May 13—W. M. Cory, assistant farm advisor, Making Good Alfalfa Hay. Wednesday, May 14—R. E. Puffer, assistant farm advisor, Avocado Decline Disease. Thursday, May 15—H. W. Longfellow, assistant farm advisor, Orange County 4-H Club Fair. Friday, May 16—H. E. Wahlberg, farm advisor, adapting orchards to non-cultivation. The broadcasts are made from station KVOE at 12:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. LICENSE TO WED Applying for a marriage license were Elwood Maurice Thompson and Jeanne Simone Henou both of Anaheim Wednesday of last week at Santa Ana court house. NEW GARDEN GROVER Mr. and Mrs. Edward P. Wilcox of Route 1, Box 240, Garden Grove are the proud parents of a baby son who arrived at Anaheim hospital Friday. He tipped the scales at six pounds and five ounces. LICENSE TO WED Applying for a marriage license were Elwood Maurice Thompson and Jeanne Simone Henou both of Anaheim Wednesday of last week at Santa Ana court house. New! Different! A BETTER TIRE IN EVERY WAY! The new U.S. Royal Air Ride Tire is such an important new development in tire design that we're anxious to show you how truly remarkable it is! It holds far more cushioning air—at lower air pressure—for a new kind of riding comfort. It's of an entirely new balanced design—for easy, dependable control of your car. It runs 10° to 15° cooler—for more miles, greater protection against blowouts. Come in and let us show you how the Air Ride brings you an entirely new kind of tire performance. U.S. Tire Supply K. F. HELLYER 410 So. Los Angeles St. Phone 2297 ANAHEIM Forester Will Disposes Of Huge Estate On file this week in the county clerk's office was the will of the late Mrs. Mae E. Forester of San Juan Capistrano, one of the first schoolteachers in the mission village and widow of the late pioneer John O. Forester. The petition, for probate of the will and for special letters of administration, Melitas Forester, a niece, simply stated personal property was worth "in excess of $10,000" and that the estate had an annual income of "in excess of $10,000," but guessers guessed the property in the estate might be worth up to a million dollars. Nieces and nephews were bequeathed the family residence south of San Juan Capistrano, walnut and citrus groves, pasture land, income property in San Juan Capistrano and Laguna Beach, jewels, household furnishings and an automobile. OPEN HOUSE PLANNED BY ST. MICHAEL'S Open house will be held at St. Michael's Episcopal church Sunday morning, May 25, during the regular church school hour at 9:30 o'clock. All parents and friends of the young people are cordially invited to attend by Rev. John K. Saville. Morning prayer in the church will open the event to be followed by various class demonstrations and programs to be staged in the parish house. Notebooks and special handiwork will be displayed as a visual resume of class activities. Refreshments will be served. Farm Brokers Touring County Farms Today Farm brokers of Southern California who are holding a two-day session in Santa Ana under the auspices of the California Realtors association are being taken today on a farm tour of Orange county arranged by the Agricultural Extension Service. To display typical farm enterprises and production methods in this area, Farm Advisor Harold E. Wahlberg has arranged this itinerary, starting from Santa Ana Community Center at 9 a.m.: Excelsior Dairy, Garden Grove, dairy management—irrigated pastures. Post Brothers farm machinery plant, Bolsa, deep tillage machinery. Gerald Price Plant, Midway City, soil fumigation and bean harvester. T. Porterfield farm, Westminster, small diversified subsistence farm. Antone Feraud citrus orchard, Anaheim, non-tillage, fertilizers, irrigation, soil tests. 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