anaheim-gazette 1949-01-13

"HANK" SAYS... During 1948 a total of 568 Orange county men were enlisted in the U. S. Army and U. S. Air Force. This compares with a total of 351 enlisted in 1947. This total represents 107 per cent of the quota assigned to this area, and does not include fourteen 18 year old youths who chose the one year enlistment authorized for that age group by the recently enacted Selective Service Act. Santa Ana furnished the largest group—212 men and was followed by the following cities, all of which were the home towns of ten or more enlistees: Garden Grove 12, Fullerton 35, La Habra 19, Placentia 11, Anaheim 49, Orange 61, El Modena 14, Huntington Beach 16, Newport-Balboa 33, Costa Mesa 24. After a pre-holiday lull in enlistments, applications are again on the up-surge in all five of the recruiting stations in the county—Newport Beach, Orange, Santa Ana, Anaheim and Fullerton, during the first days of the New Year. There is every indication that this month may prove to be an all time record breaker. Seldom does the Recruiting Service receive, among the numerous letters from enlistees, one such as was just received from Pvt. Bill Price of Orange, who enlisted in the Air Force in May 1948. It should be of interest to anyone who likes to travel in foreign lands. We quote from Bill's letter; dated December 22, 1948, from England where he is on duty. Late Sport Item!!! The Anaheim Golf Association's annual Field Day scheduled for this afternoon at the Lakewood Country Club has been cancelled due to wet There is every indication that this month may prove to be an all time record breaker. Seldom does the Recruiting Service receive, among the numerous letters from enlistees, one such as was just received from Pvt. Bill Price of Orange, who enlisted in the Air Force in May 1948. It should be of interest to anyone who likes to travel in foreign lands. We quote from Bill's letter, dated December 22, 1948, from England where he is on duty with the 22nd Bomb Group, United States Air Force: "We left the United States the 17th of November for England. We are here for three months T.D.Y. (Temporary Duty) and will go home in February." "The eleventh of December my squadron went to Germany for a week's rest. We took off the tenth, flew all the way there and had to come back, because it was too foggy to land. So on the eleventh we tried it again and landed at Furstenfelbruck. We also set a record as being the only B-29 squadron to get all ten planes into the air two days in a row, and complete their missions both times." "We took a train from 'Fursty' to Garmisch, where we stayed at the Alpenhof. There was plenty of farmers and small business firms. Your bookkeeping can be done by mail. Our service will . . . 1. Keep your books. 2. Furnish you with trial balance and profit and loss statements each month. 3. Provide you with necessary business figures for your Federal and State Income tax returns. We can keep your books for you cheaper and better than you can keep them yourself. If you are interested, we will be pleased to call and explain this method to you. There is no obligation. C. E. Holcomb 1221 E. Central Ave. Fullerton Phone 354 Late Sport Item!!! The Anaheim Golf Association's annual Field Day scheduled for this afternoon at the Lakewood Country Club has been cancelled due to wet grounds according to word just received by Dick Gay, association secretary. The Field Day will be held on Thursday, January 27, at the Lakewood course. Those planning to attend are advised to contact Dick Gay as soon as possible. HERE FROM OREGON Mr. and Mrs. Lester Jordan of Molalla, Oregon, were guests for a short while last Friday of Mr. and Mrs. R. F. Nipper of 213 East Water street. They were accompanied by Mrs. W. C. Kelley of Riverside, whom they are visiting. to do, such as ice skating, skiing, dances, etc. Germany is a beautiful country, I like it even better than England anytime. "The Air Force is the best thing to get into if you want to see the world. So far I have been in Canada, Newfoundland, Labrador, Iceland, England, Holland, Germany and Belgium and part of Switzerland while with the Air Force. We are going to France, Arabia and South Africa before going home. "While in the Merchant Marines I was in Mexico, Cuba and Jamaica, so I have seen a little of the world so far. Sincerely, Bill Price" Yes, Bill, you're really getting around. Please Phone Your Local Society Or Personal News Items To The Gazette — Phone 2206 "Loan Sharks" Center of Controversy By HENRY C. MacARTHUR From all indications, the money lenders are in for a rough time with the 1949 legislature, and the fracas proceeds, it's about even money the so-called "loan sharks" won't be touched. They have been in a tough spat before, and have come out ahead as the result of astute lobbying, witness the 1947 session when bill to put on more controls was lost by one vote. Complications to the business have plenty of ramifications. The present writing, there seems to be confusion as to just how the wrath of the virtuous wrought down on the lenders. It all started, apparently, with Assemblyman Ralph Dills, who burst forth in Los Angeles recently with numerous invective against Governor Earl Warren Corporation Commissioner Mike Daugherty, and all and sundown who were "permitting usury rates of interest." The governor was quick to take up the battle, having been one of the first to secure legislative action limiting the loan rates. Several press conferences, he reiterated his annoyance at "loan sharks," but was quick to point out that Dills' comments could take with a grain of salt, in view of two attorney general opinions which prevent the corporation commissioner from regulating its interest on loans above $300. Meanwhile, Dills asked for special legislative session to "vestigate" the situation, and the governor countered with a statement he would like to have the situation investigated, "particularly those people who sponsor high rate loans at the 1947 session, and now are champions of the necessitous borrower." The governor not only made sharp comment on the situation but also had Assemblyman Donald Grunsky of Watsonville produce legislation which he said would correct the situation. Volunteer Now Volunteer Now for the NEW National Guard For a Limited Time Only You Have a Chance to Join A Fighting Outfit In Our First Line of Defense On Land and in the Air Train At Home ... Serve Your Country While You Go To School or Stay on Your Job 2nd Lt. GUS LUZANIA 271½ East Center Street - Anaheim Telephone 5300 T NOW HAS 28 CITIES Optimists to Celebrate First Birthday Tonight “Yenohp,” the noted prevaricator, will be special speaker of the evening at the first birthday dinner party of the Anaheim Optimists club tonight (Thursday) at 7 o’clock at Mother’s Kitchen on South Los Angeles street. President J. W. Stephens will preside. “This has been a most successful year for organized Optimism,” said Stephens. “Our local club has formed a Junior Optimist club to help build citizenship and the club has expanded both in numbers and influence in the community. “On a national scale, the Optimist club organization has continued to grow. In a six month period, 66 new clubs have been added to the International roster July, 1948,” Stephens added. During the regular meeting at Mother’s Kitchen last Thursday night, C. O. Garshwiler, local public accountant, spoke on “Taxes.” Garshwiler outlined the many complex forms and involved problems confronting the small business man and also described the manner in which the state board of accountability in protecting the public by licensing and registration of certified public accountants. Dr. Brook Roberts announced at the meeting that the Optimist’s home for boys in Los Angeles is receiving country-wide attention through an article appearing in the Optimist International, publication distributed through the United States. Various southland clubs participated in a Christmas-party for the boys of the Los Angeles home Urge Utilization Of Uncultivated Brush Land Here Utilization of more than 170 square miles of brush in California is the goal of scientists at University of California, who agriculturists throughout the state are seeking a use for what is considered waste land. University authorities at Berkeley estimate there are 10,880 acres of land in all counties of state which are covered with brush and are mostly waste land. Some of this acreage offers portunity for grazing, but bulk stands idle throughout the year. 345,340 ACRES IN COUNTY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA concludes the year 1948 cities. The map shown above includes the two latest additions to adena. Besides showing the location of the cities, the inset also from Lake Mathews to Parker Dam. Oan Sharks” center of controversy charges which could be obtained by the borrower. Even the governor confessed he was at a loss to understand the source of Dills’ interest in small loans. The name of Monroe Jefferson, who has at various times lobbied on behalf of loan legislations, he concludes, may solve the problem and add to income of California agriculture which now plans an important part in feeding the nation. Loan Sharks" Center of Controversy HENRY C. MACARTHUR In all indications, the money is in for a rough time the 1949 legislature, and as racas proceeds, it's about money the so-called "loan" won't be touched. They have been in a tough spot and have come out ahead, result of astute lobbying, as the 1947 session when a put on more controls was by one vote. Applications to the business plenty of ramifications. At present writing, there seems confusion as to just how much of the virtuous was it down on the lenders. It started, apparently, with Blyman Ralph Dills, who north in Los Angeles recent with numerous invectives Governor Earl Warren,itation Commissioner Mikeerty, and all and sundry were "permitting usurious of interest." Governor was quick to take battle, having been one of first to secure legislative accusing the loan rates. In press conferences, he has stated his annoyance at "loan" but was quick to point at Dills' comments could be with a grain of salt, in view of attorney general opinions that prevent the corporationissioner from regulating income loans above $300. While, Dills asked for a legislative session to "instate" the situation, and the governor countered with a state-the would like to have the son investigated, "particular-ose people who sponsored late loans at the 1947 session now are champions ofcessitous borrower." Governor not only made comment on the situation, also had Assemblyman Donrunsky of Watsonville in legislation which he said correct the situation. In charges which could be obtained by the borrower. Even the governor confessed he was at a loss to understand the source of Dills' interest in small loans. The name of Monroe Jefferson, who has at various times lobbied on behalf of loan legislation, was mentioned in the governor's conference. "We aren't going to have any legislation," the governor indicated, "that looks good to the people, and actually provides for higher rates of interest and charges than we now have." And with the statement, the governor dashed any hopes anyone might have of running in a ringer on small loan legislation. Only 60% of Christmas Seals Returns In With 80 per cent of the $36,000 goal for the 1948 Annual Christmas Seal Sale attained, $29,500.00 has already been received. The Orange County Tuberculosis and Health Association today urged all persons in the county to return their reply envelopes as soon as possible. To date only 60 per cent of the returns have been made. Reverend Fred W. Niedringhaus, chairman of the Seal Sale, said that while Christmas is over, it is not too late to pay for Christmas seals. The money for these seals will enable the Tuberculosis association to continue its long fight to eradicate TB, whose ravages claimed over 40 lives in this county and 53,000 lives in the country last year. Thousands of chest x-rays must be taken to find the hidden cases of TB which endanger everyone, and provide many services for TB patients and the community. Unless full public support is forthcoming the Tuberculosis association will be unable to wage a full scale fight to end TB. Neidringhaus said, "Send your returns for Christmas seals in now. You are helping to purchase good health for you, your family and your community. If you have already done so, thank you." A spot-welding technique that ing the public by licensing and registration of certified public accountants. Dr. Brook Roberts announced at the meeting that the Optimist's home for boys in Los Angeles is receiving country-wide attention through an article appearing in the Optimist International, publication distributed through the United States. Various southland clubs participated in a Christmas-party for the boys of the Los Angeles home following a meeting of the board of trustees, of which Roberts is a member. Lewis Larson was host to youths of the local Junior Optimist club who toured his print shop last Friday evening. The tour marked the first of a series of visits to local business establishments which has the purpose of acquainting young boys with mechanics and problems of business and of giving them a better understanding of the American way of free enterprise. Anaheim Gazette Since 1870 the situation, and the governor not only made comment on the situation, so had Assemblyman Donrunsky of Watsonville in legislation which he said correct the situation. In words, limit interest on above $300, and specify the its in interest and other many services for TB patients and the community. Unless full public support is forthcoming the Tuberculosis association will be unable to wage a full scale fight to end TB. Neidringhaus said, "Send your returns for Christmas seals in now. You are helping to purchase good health for you, your family and your community. If you have already done so, thank you." A spot-welding technique that opens the way to mass production of all-aluminum automobile bodies. SAVE up to 50% N. Los Angeles ALICE RILEY, Prop. Phone 4589 JANUARY S-P-E-C-I-A-L See my complete line of beautiful factory outlet Ceramics—Pottery—Dishes. ANAHEIM MODERN (Open Eve's & Sun. by Appt.) Come in, get your chance on a lovely 20 pc. set of dishes CORRECTION Please GET US check your car's front end for: TIRE WEAR, WHEEL ALIGNMENT, HARD STEERING LEAVITT FORD Your STUDEBAKER Dealer SALES -- SERVICE 26 So. Los Angeles St. Phone 2284 WHEN you see the 1949 Chevrolets, a glance will be enough to tell you they're new—all new—in line and contour, in beauty and style. And when you look inside, and under the hood, and beneath the chassis, you'll see that their newness is not merely in outward appearance, but in design and engineering and construction as well. But, to a lot of people, the 1949 Chevrolet is already old. They know what it will do, and how exceedingly well it will do it—they know all about its performance, its comfort, its power, safety, durability and economy. They are nicians of the Ground—the low equipped, outdoor the automobile w Here, before CONE BROTH 215 No. Los Angeles St. - Anaheim Gorge Utilization of Uncultivated Brush Land Here Utilization of more than 17,000 bare miles of brush in California is the goal of scientists at the University of California, while cultivists throughout the state seek a use for what is now undered waste land. University authorities at Berkestimate there are 10,880,000 acres of land in all counties of the county which are covered with and are mostly waste land. Of this acreage offers opportunity for grazing, but the stands idle throughout the county. 40 ACRES IN COUNTY is hoped by those studying current conditions that land now cultivation may be expand such as that part of Orange County which has a total acreage of 20,480, but of which only 40 acres are listed as farmland. Robert F. Briggs, of the University of Pittsburgh, who has investigated the possibility of developing brush covered suggests that a use be found in the fibers and woods found in brush land. The land can be cleared and used for grazing, he said, but it is important that the land be cleared and the brush perennially removed, otherwise it soon grow back and crowd the forage. Chemistry, he concludes, may be the problem and add to the one of California agriculture now plans an important feeding the nation. County Property Tax Exemptions Over $27 Million Exemptions from local property taxes in Orange county total $27,069,630 for the current fiscal year, 6.7 percent of the $404,471,900 net total taxable valuation of for 9,764 veterans exemptions. property in the county, California Taxpayers association reported this week. The property exempt from local property taxes in the county included $1,874,320 covering 213 church exemptions, $64,650 for three college exemptions, $479,560 in exemptions for fourteen welfare institutions, and $7,985,410 net total taxable valuation of for 9,764 veterans exemptions. A READY TO HELP YOU! Here's just one of the many sound ideas we have for your building and remodeling... plaster with INSULATING PLASTER! It's a special aggregate, approximately one third the weight of sand plaster, to give your A READY TO HELP YOU! Here's just one of the many sound ideas we have for your building and remodeling... plaster with INSULATING PLASTER! 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