anaheim-gazette 1947-07-03

FOURTH OF JULY There’s nothing new about a Fourth of July celebration—speeches, parades, picnics and fireworks form the standard pattern for the day. But the spirit that brought the Fourth of July into being as our greatest national holiday is ever new. And we must keep it new in our hearts if we are to protect and preserve the great vision that was voiced in the Declaration of Independence that “all men are created equal” and “are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.” Although 171 years have passed since the day when the Continental Congress in Philadelphia sounded the keynote of freedom, the world still struggles to realize that freedom. In the past three decades we have fought in two cut measure. In the House the vote was 268 to 137 against Mr. Truman’s action. But since a two-thirds majority was lacking by two votes, the President's single "vote," or veto, nullified the wishes of the vast majority of the people's representatives. Congress was more successful on the labor bill, but is rarely able to muster the strength it did on that occasion. Regardless of how carefully a bill has been drawn or how much time has been spent in its preparation—and this usually involves weeks of hearings, weeks of drafting the measure, and more weeks of debate—the chief executive can virtually wipe out all this effort with the support of but one out of every three lawmakers. It seems to us that we would come closer to establishing a truly democratic procedure if we re- was voiced in the Declaration of Independence that "all men are created equal" and "are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness." Although 171 years have passed since the day when the Continental Congress in Philadelphia sounded the keynote of freedom, the world still struggles to realize that freedom. In the past three decades we have fought in two titanic wars to prevent encroachment on our liberties and to break the shackles with which tyranny has bound men. But the shackles have not been banished. They continued to be applied in many countries—often by the "liberators" of those countries. Even in America, minorities are still shackled by prejudice, hate and discrimination. All this is a reminder that freedom is not a condition which is easily established among men, or that it automatically perpetuates itself once it has been established. Freedom must be constantly cultivated in the individual, as well as in the national, consciousness. And it must be guarded from the inroads of intolerance, injustice and inhumanity. Only as this is done can freedom survive. Only as this is done can the American people fulfill their obligations both to the men who founded and fought for our Nation, and to the generations yet unborn. LABOR AND THE LABOR BILL The Taft-Hartley labor bill became law in spite of all the pressure labor bosses could bring to bear upon it. It became law for only one reason; the American people wanted a curb put on abusive labor practices. The bill is by no means perfect. There should be amendments made to those provisions which are unnecessarily severe. But union leaders will only compound their own shortsightedness in fiercely resisting any attempt to correct abuses, if they now invoke drastic measures as a means of reprisal or protest against the law. AFL President William Green showed good sense in turning thumbs down on hotheaded proposals for nationwide work stoppages as labor's answer to the labor bill. Although his criticism of the law as a "terrible measure" was a bit ridiculous, his determination to "fight the measure" Regardless of how carefully a bill has been drawn or how much time has been spent in its preparation—and this usually involves weeks of hearings, weeks of drafting the measure, and more weeks of debate—the chief executive can virtually wipe out all this effort with the support of but one out of every three lawmakers. It seems to us that we would come closer to establishing a truly democratic procedure if we required only a simple majority to offset the Presidential veto. After all, if a majority of Congress has approved a measure twice it ought to be effective once. "SLEDGEHAMMER" POLITICS The session of the California Legislature which closed recently was not only one of the longest, but one of the roughest on record. Old timers around the State Capitol say they can't remember a time when the political bludgeon was wielded with such force as it was in this session. This sledgehammer technique reached a climax on the Assembly's final vote on the highway bill. Witnesses of this final vote say that the political pummeling of assemblymen by the Administration and the lobbyists to force them to support the measure was nothing short of terrific. Yet, most reports out of Sacramento have tried to make it look like all the lobbying was being done by those who did not believe that tax increases of the amount finally approved were needed at this time. One thing many assemblymen were holding out against was the collection of the truck gross receipts tax by the State Board of Equalization. This collection costs the state almost a half million dollars each year. Yet, the truckers themselves proposed a plan that would have saved that half million collection cost while still raising as much money. But the same groups that shouted so loudly about the need for more money to build new roads "to save lives on the highways" were willing to waste that half million annually of the taxpayer's money. Now, a half million dollars isn't chicken feed even in these days, and it could and should be used for road building, not for unnecessary collection costs. At any rate, the highway bill has been passed and millions of additional dollars will flow out. Legislative leaders contend with considerable support their contention, that they winded and bitter dispute highways could have been erased, and that a ½ cent-a-gallon increase in the tax could have been voted in the session, if the Governor not treated the Legislature cavalier fashion. That put the legislative back—and the result was pullin hauling and defeat of almost Warren-sponsored solution. On State medicine, Gov Warren flew in the face of opinion, disregarding the public sentiment against the fact that the voluntary insurance systems were given at a rate which promised to care of the problem before State system could be organized. The result—a resounding victory for the Warren program in houses. Perhaps the sorriest misuse of the whole session was abortive attempt, apparently litically inspired, to disc Speaker of the Assembly Salinas as a representative obbling interests. The Assail after hearing the evidence erated Speaker Collins, but damage was done when charges were filed. Whether or unfairly, many of them semblymen blamed the State administration for being a part of the trumped-up charges their Speaker, and there were pealed retaliation in House on Administration bills. All in all, it was a sorry act. shortsightedness in fiercely resisting any attempt to correct abuses, if they now invoke drastic measures as a means of reprisal or protest against the law. AFL President William Green showed good sense in turning thumbs down on hotheaded proposals for nationwide work stoppages as labor's answer to the labor bill. Although his criticism of the law as a "terrible measure" was a bit ridiculous, his determination to "fight the measure in the courts and to seek to maintain our rights under the bill in negotiations with employers" is a perfectly proper procedure. Both labor and management have a responsibility to make the law effective. Any attempt on the part of either to evade or take unfair advantage of it will result in further restrictive legislation. THE VETO POWER During the past two years the word "veto" has virtually been the exclusive property of Russia's UN representative, Andrei Gromyko. But President Truman's recent action in turning thumbs down on both the tax cut and the labor bill has revived the veto argument on a national basis. Once again the question is being asked: Should a two-thirds vote in both houses be required to override a Presidential veto? It appears that the framers of the Constitution, in giving that power to the President, intended it only for use in extreme cases. During the first 30 years of our national existence it was used but 9 times. Up to 1885 it was used 133 times. Grover Cleveland, however, employed the veto 475 times in his two terms in office. Franklin Roosevelt topped them all with a total of 631, but had over three terms to do it in. The difficulties of getting a two-thirds vote to override the President is illustrated in the tax-ed so loudly about the need for more money to build new roads "to save lives on the highways" were willing to waste that half million annually of the taxpayer's money. Now, a half million dollars isn't chicken feed even in these days, and it could and should be used for road building, not for unnecessary collection costs. At any rate, the highway bill has been passed and millions of additional dollars will flow out of the public pocket into the state treasury. Citizens must be alert to see that they get full value for their money in better roads. Above all, they must be sure that their cash isn't used to decorate a political "Christmas tree" for the benefit of politicians. HOODLUMS' HAVEN? Citizens of California are getting a very uneasy feeling that many of the racketeers who have long "done business" in the East have now come to this state. The recent shooting of "Bugsy", Siegel, following the murder of Nick De John within a few weeks, has decreased the "high class" hoodlum population by two. But Californians would much rather have the number in this bracket reduced more rapidly and in a less violent manner. In other words, they'd like to have known gangsters sent back to where they came from. This calls for greater alertness and aggressiveness on the part of law enforcement officials. They have it within their power to make the "visit" of any underworld "big shot" both brief and unpleasant. A nice, cold cell in the city jail should help to convince such visitors that they can get better accommodations some place else—any place but California. Please phone your local, society or personal news items to the Gazette. Call 2206. U. S. OF EUROPE Whether or not there is an economic United States Europe, including Russia, soon be apparent. If the Kremlin decides to don its aloofness and cooperate developing free trade, the establishment of a closer and smoother economic relations will be hastened. Of course, the Western Near with American financial aid work out their own agreement without Russia. But if the hold off they are bound to pressure on such countries away way and Sweden, as well their own satellites, adverse successful operation of an nomic union. If the Russians join they have to give as well as get thus far they have not been for their giving. Retires After 43 Years With Santa Fe Railway After 43 years of service the Coast Lines of the San Francisco railway Henry McGregor his last trip last weekend tired to his home on I boulevard west of Anaheim. McGregor started with Santa Fe in 1904 as a cree patcher at San Bernardino ended as a passenger con on crack trains between New York and Los Angeles. The first gasoline automobiles the United States was introduced by C. E. Duryea in 1892. POLITICAL PARADE BY CLEM WHITAKER The 1947 State Legislature, disuntled and disillusioned, has oobbled to its weary finale, with the intention to make it memorable in the pages of history—and Governor Warren, suffering the worst setback of his political career, has come down to defeat on almost all the major planks in his legislative program! In thumb-nail review, that's the somewhat dismal story of the legislative session just ended. What happened? Opinions differ, on that score, but basically the trouble was the age-old conflict between the executive and the legislative branches of Government, with Governor Warren rubbing the Legislature wrong way, and vice versa. As a consequence, the Governor took a bad drubbing on his highway program, on FEPC (the voter-feeded fair employment practices act), on compulsory health insurance and on many other issues. As a further consequence, personalities and petty bickering slowed action on bills—and good legislation went down to defeat long with the bad as a result of feeling between the Governor's office and the two lawmaking houses. About the only victories which Governor Warren chalked up during the session were the approval of his State budget and the conclusion de Santa Ana rancho for $1560. B. A. Lewis to H. S. Harrison, 20 acres in the Santa Ana ranch for $260. We are grieved to learn of the death of P. L. Webb, of the firm of Littlefield, Webb & Co., San Francisco, which occurred in that city on July 9th. This firm favors us with weekly reports and is widely and favorably known throughout the state. With commendable public spirit Dr. Higgins has brought an elegant soda fountain all the way from the east to refresh thirsty Anaheim folks. The drink, flavored by nice syrups, is delightful. It may be seen at the postoffice. We are glad to hear that Henry Bremmermann, of the Anaheim hotel who has been stopping at the springs at Warner's ranch for several weeks, is much improved in health since going there. According to a statement made in the railroad meeting in Los Angeles last Saturday the assessed value of this county this year will be about $13,500,000. Nature has surprised us with a summer rain. A warm pleasant shower began falling at 2 a.m. on Wednesday last and continued until the afternoon of that day, about a quarter of an inch being precipitated. Arrived from San Francisco to Anaheim by Oriflame July 8th. Sheriff's Air Crack Down Illegal Flyers (Continued from page over any populated judgment of the altitude airplane is something that even for experienced it is generally conceded the identification number plane can be read when is over a populated plane is below the legal reporting a flying violator call the sheriff's office. Ride 13,000 M Ahead Of Disaster Continued from stores as low as seven $1, and big oranges off much as $1.40 a dozen saw and heard convince present low prices for Valencias may be attired Florida competition. The poor quality of fruit made consumers orange and they would take their time to dish while this year's Cali lencias are small, the e nity is high. lencia oranges at the corner of main street port boulevard, Tustin sideration of $45,000. chase is being made Sherman Stevens of T sale price is $6000 an Judge Charles Kuchh assessed fines against lators of the speed law lected $55. Violators of ance have paid $160 in the first of July. 50 Years Ago JULY 15, 1897 The board of city trustees met in regular session on Tuesday evening. Present—Trustees Rust, Lewis, Helmsen, Groat and Conrad. Marshal Steadman reported the collections for the month and Treasurer Cahen reported $14,635 total in the treasury. Recorder Pierce reported that he had turned in $14 into the treasury for fines collected from parties violating the bicycle ordinance, fees $6. Total fines collected $20. Clerk Nebelung's monthly financial statement showed $109.50 in the general fund, and $14,525.86 in the bond funds. Totals in treasury tally with the treasurer. Anaheim lodge of Odd Fellows No. 189, installed their newly elected officers on Tuesday evening as follows: C. E. Foreman, noble grand; James T. Johnson, vice-grand; A. M. Williams, secretary; J. P. Zeyn, treasurer; C. A. Boege, warden; Oliver Hill, conductor; E. N. Champlin, R. S. to N. G.; F. S. Gates, L. S. to N. G.; Max Bleske, inside guardian; Frank Wommer, outside guardian; C. B. Huggans, R. S. S.; E. H. Bradfield, L. S. S.; E. W. Champlin, trustee. The installing officers, who came from Santa Ana, were as follows: C. McNeill, D.D.G.M.; W. B. Tedford, G.M.; Nap Donovan, G.W.; George Thompson, G.G.; William Whitney, grand secretary and George Riley, grand treasurer. After the installation all hands repaired to Herr Ruhman's restaurant and enjoyed an informal banquet. The Odd Fellows are proverbial for having a good time. Angeles last Saturday the assessed value of this county this year will be about $13,500,000. Nature has surprised us with a summer rain. A warm pleasant shower began falling at 2 a.m. on Wednesday last and continued until the afternoon of that day, about a quarter of an inch being precipitated. Arrived from San Francisco to Anaheim by Oriflamme, July 8th, Mrs. Jordan and child, Alexander Bailey and wife and A. J. Sallsbury. A son was born to Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Guin at their home in Fairview on the 10th inst. For the convenience of public and to fill a long-fect banks of Anaheim have ed to open their doors for a short period on night. The First Nat American Savings, the County, the Anaheim and the Golden State will be open from 5:30 every Saturday evenin. Mr. and Mrs. J. W Hardscrabble were town on Tuesday after Miss Elsalle Schille Anaheim National Bank off on a vacation and accompanied her pare Bear. E. W. Baum, wife spent Sunday at Lagu S. OF EUROPE Whether or not there is to be economic United States of Europe, including Russia, should not be apparent. If the Kremlin decides to abannish its aloofness and cooperate in developing free trade, the estabment of a closer and smoother economic relations will be greatly hastened. Of course, the Western Nations, with American financial aid, can work out their own agreements without Russia. But if the Soviets hold off they are bound to exert pressure on such countries as Norway and Sweden, as well as on their own satellites, adverse to the successful operation of an economic union. If the Russians join they will have to give as well as get, and as far they have not been noted by their giving. Retires After 3 Years With Santa Fe Railway After 43 years of service with Coast Lines of the Santa Fe Railway Henry McGregor made last trip last weekend and re-raced to his home on Lincoln Avenue west of Anaheim. McGregor started with the Santa Fe in 1904 as a crew discher at San Bernardino and led as a passenger conductor on crack trains between Needles and Los Angeles. The first gasoline automobile in the United States was invented C.E. Duryea in 1892. JULY 13, 1922 The annual banquet of the Chamber of Commerce was held at the Elks club house Thursday evening, nearly 150 guests being present. This is the second annual meeting since the reorganization of the chamber and since it became such a vital factor in the city's advancement. President Harry D. Riley occupied the chair and presented Oscar Conklin as toastmaster. E. G. Lewis and S.C. Hartrauft were the speakers of the evening. Charles Eygabroad, George Dunton, F.A. Backs, J.F. Ahlborn, B.C. Berger, John Reuther and F.A. Yungbluth were elected directors for the ensuing year. H.A. Johnston, Harry D. Riley, H.M. Adams, Leonard Evans and H.H. Benjamin of the old board, hold over for another year, consequently there were only seven to be elected. The Orange county fair, which has been held annually at Huntington Beach, has been transferred to Santa Ana. A committee of live wires has been appointed to stage the affair and the County Farm Bureau is lending its aid. Santa Ana will probably hold it for the future. A.L. Miller is making preparations to erect a business building, 40 by 70 feet on the West Center street grounds opposite the California theatre, now occupied as an auto park. When the building is completed the Peck Hardware company will move into it. Mr. Peck now occupies a portion of the Dickel building, just east of the proposed new structure. Work on the two new grammar school buildings on Citron street began Tuesday, the permits having been issued Monday. Frank Davis is bossing the work. Misses Wilhelmina Zitzmann and Myrtle Owen, bankerettes, left Saturday to spend a two week's vacation. They will visit Yosemite and other points north. Declared to have paid the highest price per acre ever paid for a citrus grove in Orange county, without house or improvements or oil prospects, Henry Schmetzen of Orange is acquiring title to seven and a half acres of Va- Sheriff's Air Men Crack Down On Illegal Flyers (Continued from page 1) over any populated area. The judgment of the altitude of an airplane is something that is hard even for experienced pilots, but it is generally conceded that if the identification numbers of a plane can be read when the plane is over a populated area, that plane is below the legal limit. In reporting a flying violation, simply call the sheriff's office. Ride 13,000 Miles Ahead Of Disaster Continued from Page 1 stores as low as seven dozen for $1, and big oranges offered for as much as $1.40 a dozen. What he saw and heard convinced him that present low prices for California Valencias may be attributed to Florida competition. He guessed the poor quality of the Florida fruit made consumers wary of all oranges and they would have to take their time to discover that while this year's California Valencias are small, the eating quality is high. lencia oranges at the northeast corner of main street and Newport boulevard, Tustin, at a consideration of $45,000. The purchase is being made from Mrs. Sherman Stevens of Tustin. The sale price is $6000 an acre. Judge Charles Kuchel Monday assessed fines against seven violators of the speed laws and collected $55. Violators of the ordinance have paid $160 in fines since the first of July. CLARK STRONG, JR. DRIVING NEW CHEVROLET Clark Strong Jr., of 754 North Philadelphia street, became the owner of a new 1947 Chevrolet sedan, given away Saturday night by the Anaheim Elks lodge. Advance sponsored by the American Legion post of this city was held in the main dining room following the presentation. 'UP IN THE AIR' FOR THE HOLIDAYS Rumor has it that Jack "La Cucaracha" Gregg of Gregg Flying Service, Fullerton, plans to fly south-of-the-border to take in the fireworks and the fishing over LOANS On Diamonds, Jewelry, Watches, Typewriters, Shotguns, etc. WE ALSO DO GUARANTEED WATCH REPAIRING SANTA ANA, CALIF. GLICK'S, 406 E. 4TH ST. EMERGENCY Auto Service Sundays & Nights Phone 5071 GRANT STINER 530 S. Clementine Anaheim, Calif. HAVE YOU EVER TRIED Chiropractic Treatments? FOR ARTHRITIS? FOR ASTHMA? FOR HEADACHES? FOR CONSTIPATION? FOR HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE? FOR LIVER AND GALLI BLADDER TROUBLE? FOR LOW BLOOD PRESSURE? FOR NERVOUSNESS? FOR RHEUMATISM? Judge Charles Kuchel Monday assessed fines against seven violators of the speed laws and collected $55. Violators of the ordinance have paid $160 in fines since the first of July. For the convenience of the public and to fill a long-felt want the banks of Anaheim have determined to open their doors for business for a short period on Saturday night. The First National, the American Savings, the Southern County, the Anaheim National and the Golden State National will be open from 5:30 to 8 o'clock every Saturday evening. Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Cole of Hardscrabble were visiting in town on Tuesday afternoon. Miss Elsalie Schillens of the Anaheim National Bank force, is off on a vacation and Saturday accompanied her parents to Big Bear. E. W. Baum, wife and son, spent Sunday at Laguna Beach. FOR ARTHRITIS? FOR ASTHMA? FOR HEADACHES? FOR CONSTIPATION? FOR HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE? FOR LIVER AND GALLI BLADDER TROUBLE? FOR LOW BLOOD PRESSURE? FOR NERVOUSNESS? FOR RHEUMATISM? FOR STOMACH DISORDERS? FOR PAINS, ACHES AND VARIOUS OTHER AILMENTS? If Not --- Why Not Today? Phone Anaheim 5422 Today for an Appointment DR.WALTER REVELL DC 108 NORTH EMILY STREET ANAHEIM CALIFORNIA THANK YOU! • Thanks to your generous cooperation, the electric service in this region now has been changed to the uniform standard frequency—60-cycle current. This fact should be kept in mind when you order new equipment or parts for equipment now in operation. A FURTHER SERVICE • As an additional service, a limited staff will be maintained in our Santa Ana commercial office, 208 North Main Street, to assist you in matters relating to the new frequency. This special service will be available to you for sixty days after the date your current was changed to 60 cycles. GUARANTEE Materials and workmanship employed in the changeover of your equipment are guaranteed for a period of sixty days following the date your service was changed to 60 cycles. We can assume no additional responsibility unless you notify us in writing within the sixty-day period; nor can we assume responsibility for work performed without our authorization. ELECTRIC CLOCKS • Our local clock depot has closed. If you left a clock to be cycle-changed and have not reclaimed it, you will be notified by mail regarding the location at which you may reclaim your clock after it has been cycle-changed. SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON COMPANY Frequency Change Department