anaheim-gazette 1950-06-20

Bread Shortage Los Angeles bakers' strike cuts Anaheim's normal bread deliveries. Local bakeries work overtime to meet the shortage. See exclusive story and photographs on pages 1 and 8 of today's paper. VOLUME LXXIX Anaheim's FIRST Newspaper NEW HOSIERY MILL—Trimfit, the nation's leading manufacturer of bobby socks, announced y coast branch in Anaheim. Owned by Kraemer Bros., Inc., who maintain their home office in Philcated in the building formerly occupied by the Well-Built Spring company at 1022 N. Sabina st. NEW HOSIERY MILL—Trimfit, the nation’s leading manufacturer of bobby socks, announced y coast branch in Anaheim. Owned by Kraemer Bros., Inc., who maintain their home office in Phila cated in the building formerly occupied by the Well-Built Spring company at 1022 N. Sabina st. Planners Give Green Light to 123 New Homes A final green light for 123 new homes in two developments within Anaheim city limits was recommended to the city council at a meeting of the planning commission held yesterday afternoon in the city hall, according to Commission Secretary George Holyoke. Tentative tract maps involving 466 other lots in six proposed subdivisions were also taken under advisement of the commission at the meeting. Two proposed variances were discussed at the meeting. In regard to one, a proposed duplex dwelling on the northwest corner of Mills Drive and Philadelphia, J. A. Wagoner of 215 E. North st., appeared to speak in opposition on behalf of neighbors. The matter will be held in abeyance until the July meeting. D. N. Schneider also appeared before the commission in regard to a variance filed too late for the meeting. He proposes to build a single family dwelling and garage at 808 N. Palm as a model home and use the garage as a sales office. The proposal will be considered further in July. The commission voted to zone as R-0 classification the area generally bounded by La Palma street on the north, Citron and N. West street on the east, the extension of Sycamore and W. North streets on the south, and the city limits on the west. Tract maps approved by the commission were a 104 lot development located on Vermont avenue and the west side of the Southern Pacific tracks; a 53 lot tract on N. Palm opposite La Palma Park; New Hosiery Mill, Trimfit Locates West Coast Branch Expect to Employ 50 Local Persons Will Start Operations in 30-Days Location of the West Coast branch of Kraemer Bros. Inc., large eastern manufacturer of women’s hosiery, in Anaheim was announced yesterday by Arnold Kraemer, president of the company as first units of machinery were loaded. The plant, located in the building formerly occupied by the Well-Bilt Spring company at 1022 N. Sabina st., will be identified as Trimfit of California and will be under the direction of Robert Kraemer, vice-president and west coast sales manager of the firm. The plant will employ about 50 men and women, according to Kraemer and will be in operation in 30-days. “We intend to employ as many local people as possible,” he said. With the addition of “Trimfit,” Anaheim now has three hosiery mills—California Hosiery company, 808 N. Los Angeles st.; Anaheim Hosiery Mill, Inc., 312 N. Los Angeles st., and Trimfit. Instrumental in bringing Kraemer Bros., to this city was Emil Mittman, president of California Hosiery and former owner of Anaheim Hosiery who convinced the new Anaheim businessmen that this city was the best-location on the West Coast for hosiery mill operations. Warren Ashleigh, president of the Anaheim Chamber of Commerce said this morning, “Hosiery mill operation fits into the Chamber’s policy of developing clean, nuisance free industries — every effort will be made to expand this type of job opportunity for Anaheim citizens.” Hauling the huge 18-ton, 58 feet (Continued on Page 8) Judy Garland Slash Just Minor Cut By BOB THOMAS HOLLYWOOD (P)—Judy Garland cut her throat in a fit anguish, her studio disclosed day. The wound is not serious. After Miss Garland’s husband Vincent Minelli, earlier den such a report, Ralph Wheelwright studio publicity aide, made following statement to report who gathered at the distraught actress’ palatial pink mansion Sunset boulevard: “Miss Garland was in conference last night at about o’clock at 8850 Evansview drive (another house of Miss Garland) with her husband Vincent Minelli her business manager, Carl Alsop, and her secretary, Myrna Tully. They were discussing Miss Garland’s future. At one point in the discussion Miss Garland who has been unstrain and ill became very d The commission voted to zone as R-0 classification the area generally bounded by La Palma street on the north, Citron and N. West street on the east, the extension of Sycamore and W. North streets on the south, and the city limits on the west. Tract maps approved by the commission were a 104 lot development located on Vermont avenue and the west side of the Southern Pacific tracks; a 53 lot tract on N. Palm opposite La Palma Park; a 106 lot tract on the southwest corner of W. Water street and S. Palm; a 273 lot tract located just east of the Anaheim cemetery and from E. Center through to E. Sycamore street and east to Placentia avenue; and two tracts outside the city limits, one between Sycamore and E. North street and the other at the southeast corner of La Palma avenue and Euclid. Dr. Kersten also appeared relative to a tentative sketch of his land at N. Palm and La Palma avenue with a view of subdivision. Gordon Whitnall presented a C-1 Neighborhood Commercial Zone as revised. After discussion, the commission decided to take no action until the matter has been further studied. Too Stripped Down Hot Rod Leads to Crash KANSAS CITY, Kas. (JP) — Two young brothers, passengers in a "hot rod," fell out and were injured when it turned a corner here yesterday. Police decided the driver, Wayne Ward, Jr., 15, had stripped the car down too much. They declared it unsafe for these reasons: No body. No lights. No floorboards. No rear fenders. The only seat cushion was not fastened to the frame. Warren Ashleigh, president of the Anaheim Chamber of Commerce said this morning, "Hosiery mill operation fits into the Chamber's policy of developing clean, nuisance free industries — every effort will be made to expand this type of job opportunity for Anaheim citizens." Hauling the huge 18-ton, 58 feet (Continued on Page 3) New Orange Juice Plant Near Here? By Gazette Farm Editor Strong rumors are buzzing around that the California Fruit Growers Exchange will soon announce plans for the erection of a frozen concentrate plant to be located in Orange. This new plant will be located close to or perhaps in conjunction with the Santiago Orange Growers Association, 350 N. Cypress, Orange. Most people will remember the fuss when the Gazette, some months ago, exclusively reported that the old Caltone plant was being considered by the Exchange for a products operation. This was later proven to be the case but at that time the "fresh fruit" boys would not hear to any but a salvage operation being done on fruit which could not be sold in fresh fruit channels. Later came the token expansion at Ontario and then came the "cheaper fruit" contract with Minute Maid. Every local grower that we have contacted, whether in the Exchange or not, has been hopeful that the above rumor will become a fact, simply for the good of the industry. Miss Garland was in conference last night at about o'clock at 8850 Evansview drive (another house of Miss Garland) with her husband Vincent Mineau her business manager, Carl Alspop, and her secretary, Myrna Tully. They were discussing Miss Garland's future. At one point in the discussion Miss Garland who has been uncleavent and ill became very dependent and hysterical and rushed from the living room through the bedroom and into the bathroom locking the door behind her. She broke a drinking glass and wilted the broken glass made a superficial laceration on her throat. "Minelli got her to open the door and she was immediately very pertinent and weeping. They sent for Dr. Francis Ballard who treated the wound. He said it was very painful." Retail Division Meets Tomorrow Walt Swanberger, newly elected retail division president, will accept the gavel of his office retiring president Oscar Soltera a luncheon tomorrow noon at Mother Colony House. Other officers elected by the recent mall ballot who will be seated include Joe Hurst, vice-president and executive committee members Walter Swanberger, John Williams and Joe Hurst. In addition to a report from outgoing President Oscar Soltera retailers of Anaheim will be asked to consider a "Year Round-Buy Anaheim" promotion and also vote on a four-day holiday in the fourth of July. Members of the retail division may secure reservations for meeting by calling the Chamber of Commerce office. ANAHEIM GAZETTE EST. 1870 ANAHEIM, ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA, TUESDAY, JUNE 20, 1950 Empty Bread S Housewives as Anaheim Bakers Triple Efforts To Meet Demand Empty bread and bakery shelves greeted Anaheim housewives throughout the city here this morning as the Los Angeles bakers' strike made inroads into local bread supplies. In an effort to at least partially fill the demand, independent bakers of Anaheim this morning doubled and even tripled their customary bake of bread. Meanwhile Los Angeles-produced bread, rolls, buns and other bakery goods completely vanished from shelves of virtually every market in the city. Even second Bobby socks, announced yesterday the location of a new west branch of their home office in Philadelphia, the new hosiery mill is located at 1022 N. Sabina st. Additional photo, page 8. Trimfit of California, Coast Branch in Anaheim Local Persons: In 30-Days Branch of Kraemer Bros., women's hosiery, in Anaheim Arnold Kraemer, president of machinery were unbuilding formerly occupied by 1022 N. Sabina st., will be Johnson Elected Commander of American Legion Milford Johnson was elected commander of the Anaheim American Legion Post No. 72 at the annual election held last night in the post clubrooms. He takes over the office held by Dr. P. S. Arnold, who was commander during the past year. Other officers elected include: Phil Webb, 1st vice commander; Michael Michelle, 2nd vice-commander; C. A. Schmitt, adjutant; Al Kohler, sergeant at arms; and Darroll Webb, chaplain. Members of the board of directors named are: Johnson, Schmitt, P. Webb, Michelle, Dr. P. S. Arnold, Richard Gay, J. M. Anderson, Ted Masterson and Leo Drummond. Convention delegates named include: Johnson, Schmitt, Arnold, P. Webb, Al Steffins, Charles Steinger, Clifford Jones and William Morris. Miss Laura Lackay Dies in Orange Miss Laura Lackay, 88, a native of Illinois and a resident of Anaheim for more than a half-century, died yesterday (Monday) at an Orange hospital after a prolonged illness. The family home was at 613 W. Center st. She is survived by two nephews, Max Frueh of Watsonville and Herbert Frueh of Anaheim. She was a soldier in the ranks of The Salvation Army. In an effort to at least partially fill the demand, independent bakers of Anaheim this morning doubled and even tripled their customary bake of bread. Meanwhile Los Angeles-produced bread, rolls, buns and other bakery goods completely vanished from shelves of virtually every market in the city. Even second day bread is no longer available, since no fresh deliveries have been made since the week-end. Local grocerymen see no immediate end to the strike, called Monday by the Bakers Industry Council to gain a 35 hour week for bakers. It is estimated that 80 to 90 per cent of all bread sold in this city is received from Los Angeles bakeries, conditions will remain acute here until a settlement has been reached with the striking AF of L baker's union. Typical comments made by city grocerymen this morning included that of Les Jones, west end Alpha Beta manager, that "people have sure been surprised by it all." He added that his store sold an unusual amount of flour and yeast yesterday, indicating at least some Anaheim area residents may start baking their own bread. He added that "people are taking it very well." W. R. Hadley, manager of Hadley's Bakery, Los Angeles and Center, pointed out this morning that "we can sell all we can make and we're baking more than twice as much as usual this morning." He added he felt independent bakers here could take care of Anaheim's bread needs alone, but could not hope to keep abreast of the demands of residents of surrounding areas. Hall's Bakery, 316 W. Center, reported this morning they were baking triple their normal output of bread. Ernie Harris, east end Alpha Beta manager, said this morning that the situation "looks hopeless." Leason Pomeroy, co-owner of the Greater Anaheim Market, 225 E. Center, who was one of the few stores to report a small number of loaves on his shelves this morning, added similarly that the "situation looks pretty bleak." The strike has idled 1900 AFL bakers, 1700 other employees and shut down 21 large wholesale bakeries operated by ten companies. COMMISSIONER SINATRA CUPBOARD IS BARE—Bread shelves with only crush strike yesterday, cutting o Housewives For tips on how to meet Anaheim housewives are m Mrs. Ray Fisher, 316 W. for a couple of days. But even is in Los Angeles and every I get my bread at Hall's Bak think so, buy some of their Mrs. R. M. Donklin, 700 Anyone can bake. However, ple who are busy and are u mine at Hadley's. The trout bread at grocery stores are g and there may not be any l Mrs. Arthur G. Porter, Kamp's. I understand they're rolls right along. Good ones Mrs. Russell Renner, 75 even know there was a strike That's enough to last us for eaters." Mrs. Lloyd Ross, 409 N. shortage until last night. I h a small family so we're not get most of my bread here bakers are working on three can to meet the shortage. If do some baking myself. I'd I've been told they're easies New Oil Boom? The story has been g around town that one of the jor oil companies is planning lease and drill on some 200 a Miss Garland was in conference last night at about 6 p.m. at 8850 Evansview drive near husband Vincent Minelli, business manager, Carlton and her secretary, Myrtle. They were discussing Miss Garland's future. One point in the discussion, Garland who has been under husband Vincent Minelli, business manager, Carlton and her secretary, Myrtle got her to open the door she was immediately very re-ent and weeping. They sent Francis Ballard who treat-wound. He said it was very painful (Continued on Page 2) Retail Division Sets Tomorrow At Swanberger, newly elected division president, will accrue gavel of his office from president Oscar Solter at the Colony House. Other off-elected by the recent mail who will be seated include: Hurst, vice-president and ex-executive committee members — Mr. Swanberger, John Wil-land and Joe Hurst. Addition to a report from King President Oscar Solter, sons of Anaheim will be asked consider a "Year Round-Buy in him" promotion and also to join a four-day holiday for fourth of July. Members of the retail division secure reservations for the big by calling the Chamber Commerce office. Miss Laura Lackay, 88, a native of Illinois and a resident of Anaheim for more than a half-century, died yesterday (Monday) at an Orange hospital after a prolonged illness. The family home was at 613 W. Center st. She is survived by two nephews, Max Frueh of Watsonville and Herbert Frueh of Anaheim. She was a soldier in the ranks of The Salvation Army. Funeral services will be conducted from the Hilgenfeld chapel tomorrow (Wednesday) at 2 o'clock. Major William Miller, officer in charge of Salvation Army work in Santa Ana, will officiate and entombment will be made in Melrose Abbey mausoleum. COMMISSIONER SINATRA HOBOKEN, N.J. (AP)—Crooner Frank Sinatra's mother hummed a few bars of "Maybe" in answer to Democratic party pleas that she run next spring for the Hoboken City commission. Mrs. Dolly Sinatra, whose husband is a fire captain, said today she hasn't made up her mind about accepting the candidacy. Analyze Census Figures CITY EXPERIENCING 'SLOW-SOUND' An analysis of the Census Bureau enumeration of the population of Anaheim clearly indicates the city is experiencing a slow, sound growth, is the opinion of E. W. Moeller, manager of the Anaheim Chamber of Commerce. The 1950 federal figures published in the Gazette yesterday gave Anaheim a population of a "little over" 13,500. No material change is expected in the figure although the final count will include "absentee" Anaheimers who were counted in cities they were visiting at the time the census was taken. These absentee figures are processed in Washington, D.C. Later they are sent to the local area to be included in the final figure. The number of Anaheim absentees, however, is expected to be only a handful. "Over 13,500 is close to what we expected," Mr. Moeller said, "although it could be about five per cent low, judging from the reliable studies which have been made of Anaheim's housing construction and new industries." Other leaders in Anaheim shared Mr. Moeller's opinion and pointed to the 1946 special census which showed a population of 12,897 and indicated a steadily rising population trend. In their view—as in Mr. Moeller's view—the total figure was expected to be around 14,500 in the official 1950 census. Anaheim's growth in the past five years has been indicated somewhat by the occupancy of vacant and new homes in the city. Since the special census was taken in 1946 new homes were constructed in Anaheim as follows: 1946—229. 1947—189. 1948—192. 1949—198. In addition, previously vague homes were occupied until housing situation became "titious." According to Mr. Moeller, ever this cannot be interpreted to mean that almost a thousand families came into the four year period. Families are usually considered to average about three and a half months. Mr. Moeller says that many the new homes are now occupied by families who had "doubled during and immediately after war years. As homes became able these "doubled up" Anaheim residents simply spread out. Local officials apparently unable to keep closer tabs on the flux of population than did... CALIFORNIA STATE LIBRARY ZETTE The Weather Southern California — Low clouds will break before noon inland and shortly after noon on coast today and Wednesday. Interior areas will be clear today. Few high clouds Wednesday. read Shelves Face Localives as Strike Continues BREAD CUPBOARD IS BARE—Les Jones, manager of the West End Alpha Beta market sits amidst empty bread shelves with only crackers left to sell to bread-hungry Anaheimers. Los Angeles bakers went on strike yesterday, cutting off this city's bread supply. Additional photos, page 8. Housewives Meet Bread Shortage For tips on how to meet the bread shortage see how the following Anaheim housewives are meeting the crisis: Mrs. Ray Fisher, 316 W. Chartres—“I have enough bread on hand in a couple of days. But even if I didn’t it wouldn’t matter. The strike in Los Angeles and everything I eat and wear I buy in Anaheim. Get my bread at Hall’s Bakery—a mighty fine bakery. If you don’t think so, buy some of their stuff and taste it.” Mrs. R. M. Conklin, 700 N. Zeyn—“If you can’t buy bread, bake it. Anyone can bake. However, I think it’s a very great problem for people who are busy and are used to buying their bread. I usually buy one at Hadley’s. The trouble is that people who usually buy their bread at grocery stores are going to switch to the independent bakers and there may not be any left for some regular customers.” Mrs. Arthur G. Porter, 754 N. Zeyn—“I buy my bread at Van de Camp’s. I understand they’re not striking. Besides, I’ve been baking its right along. Good ones, too.” Mrs. Russell Renner, 757 N. Olive—“I'm lucky, I guess. I didn't know there was a strike. I just happened to buy a loaf yesterday. That's enough to last us for a week. We're not what you'd call bread makers.” Mrs. Lloyd Ross, 409 N. Pine—“I didn't know, there was a bread shortage until last night. I have over a half loaf left and we're only small family so we're not faced with any particular problem yet. I most of my bread here in town and I hear that the independent bakers are working on three shifts to make as much bread as they can to meet the shortage. If that doesn't pan out I guess I'd have to some baking myself. I'd probably start with biscuits or rolls first. We been told they're easiest to make.” New Oil Boom? The story has been going round town that one of the major oil companies is planning to use and drill on some 200 acres. MRS. JANE HELMSEN PASSES Word was received at press time that Mrs. Jane D. Helmsen passed away this afternoon at the Fullerton General hospital. She was a well known early day resident of Anaheim and the wife of the late The story has been going around town that one of the major oil companies is planning to lease and drill on some 200 acres inland approximately two miles northwest of Anaheim. This area has been leased before but no actual drilling has taken place so far enough to prove any oil drilling formation. No approach owners has been made but our information has it that the oil company’s mind is made up and that leases will be offered soon. MRS. JANE HELMSEN PASSES Word was received at press time that Mrs. Jane D. Helmsen passed away this afternoon at the Fullerton General hospital. She was a well known early day resident of Anaheim and the wife of the late Joseph Helmsen. Full details will be carried tomorrow. The remains are at the Backs, Campbell and Kaulbars Mortuary. A tulip craze swept western Europe in the 1630's and one prize flower won an award of about $60,-000. NEW-SOUND’ GROWTH 1946—229. 1947—189. 1948—192. 1949—198. In addition, previously vacant sites were occupied until the rising situation became "tight." According to Mr. Moeller, however, this cannot be interpreted mean that almost a thousand families came into the area the four year period. Families usually considered to average out three and a half members. Mr. Moeller says that many of new homes are now occupied families who had "doubled up" long and immediately after the years. As homes became avail-able these "doubled up" Anaheim residents simply spread out. Local officials apparently were not to keep closer tabs on the influx of population than did Los Angeles, San Francisco, Phoenix, and some other "boom" cities. In these places, the official population figures ran many thousands short of the expected population census—causing remarks of incomplete census taking and giving rise to threats of "re-counts." Mr. Moeller believes Anaheim, in the long-run, may be the winner by not having experienced the race horse expansion which has mushroomed some other Southern California cities. He's satisfied with Anaheim's "slow, sound growth" and has hopes that a controlled expansion of light industry in the area will provide a steady stream of job opportunities (and tax paying units) to cushion the growth Anaheim can expect from the current national westward migration. He said at that time that the communists were more active today than fascist and nazi agents ever were during World War II. Hoover's testimony, released on June 8, left a deep impression on lawmakers. One Senator, who asked that his name be withheld, said both the House and Senate groups felt Hoover should get the full number of agents he requested plus about 400 additional other employees to help carry the Federal Bureau of Investigation's heavy work load. This would give Hoover the largest force of undercover agents the Federal Bureau of Investigation ever had and allow for greatly increased activity in seeking out subversives and foreign spys. In asking Congress for added funds for increasing his force, Hoover said communist agents were after U.S. information dealing with atomic research, jet propulsion, radar, coastal maps, military airports, biological warfare and industrial resources. Some of these spies, he said, are hiding behind diplomatic passports. He argued the FBI must increase its efforts to preserve internal security. And he added: "If we are to preserve our internal security in times of emergency, it is incumbent that the identities of those who work against the peace and security of America be established." WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, W. Va.—Secretary of State Acheson told the nation's governors today the State Department is "a good, clean loyal outfit." Answering questions put to him by governors at a round table discussion, the secretary answered —without mentioning the source—charges by Senator McCarthy (R—Continued on Page 2)