anaheim-gazette 1950-10-16

Government Curbs Toughen Buying Starting Today WASHINGTON (AP) — New government curbs made it tougher to buy autos and many household appliances on installment terms today. Effective last midnight, the Federal Reserve Board required bigger down payments for appliances, a shorter payoff time for new and used cars. Protests from businessmen and others piled up against the action, which the board contends is necessary in the fight against inflation. Maury Nee of Washington, a spokesman for the Commerce Department's retail industry committee, said the board was too hasty in tightening the first set of controls it imposed September 18. He said that "hysteria about rising prices is unwarranted" and added: "Merchants across the country are reporting that the buying scare of last summer is over in all lines ... Business is back to normal." In announcing the new curbs Friday night, the Reserve Board had said that reports from all over the country showed continued upward pressures on prices. The tightened controls on car buying were termed "a terrible blow" by the Detroit Automobile Dealers Association. In Washington, President Fred L. Haller of the National Automobile Dealers association de- Truman Report (Continued from Page 1) policy adviser said Mr. Truman primarily "wanted to talk to General MacArthur face to face about Far East problems and asked: 'After all, he had never seen the General and thought he should.'" Mr. Truman was reported anxious to build up strong support for the spending necessary to keep defense appropriations moving after the Korean emergencies and to rehabilitate and reconstruct Korean as an example to the Far East that the United States and its associates want only peace and stability for the world. That thought will underline not only his San Francisco ties but also he will make to the United Nations General Assembly in New York on October 24. Whatever others may speculate about the Wake Island meeting, the president and his advisers exclude satisfaction over its results. And while General MacArthur exuded less outward happiness as they shook hands upon meeting and departing, presidential advisers said the two world figures "got along famously." Some reporters thought General MacArthur was impatient to return to Tokyo to keep close tab on operations in Korea. The General, himself, picked Wake Island for the meeting when the president suggested that second World War hot spot or Hawaii. Mr. Truman said in a statement that he met the general to get "first hand information and ideas from him." He added significant- In announcing the new curbs Friday night, the Reserve Board had said that reports from all over the country showed continued upward pressures on prices. The tightened controls on car buying were termed "a terrible blow" by the Detroit Automobile Dealers Association. In Washington, President Fred L. Haller of the National Automobile Dealers association demanded over the week-end that the stiffer curbs on auto buying be lifted. He called them the "most drastic economic regulation ever forced upon a free people." Today's change in car buying terms reduced the payoff period from 21 to 15 months. There was no change in the one-third down payment required by the September 18 regulations. Finance companies estimated it will now take about $90 a month to finance a low-priced new car. The new controls also require a 15-month pay-off on television sets and other major household appliances, with a down payment of at least one-fourth. Formerly the down payment was 15 per cent and the payoff period 18 months. On furniture, the down payment jumps from 10 to 15 per cent and the payoff period is cut from 18 to 15 months. County Workers Seek Wage Hike Seeking a "cost of living" increase in wages, Orange county employees have requested a conference to be held this week with the county Board of Supervisors. Advance indications are that the supervisors do not look favorably upon the proposal, although a survey has shown that cost of many articles has risen since the Korean war started. County salaries, generally, already are higher than during World War II, when a cost of living increase was granted to all employees, the supervisors said. It was announced by County Auditor L. H. Eckel, that all county employees must sign the new loyalty oath required by the state by the date it becomes effective, November 3, or they will not be eligible to receive pay for the month of November. County Counsel Joel Ogle has given the opinion that the oath need not be signed before the November 1 paychecks are issued for October services. 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The young men with the horns are Jim Pearson and Ronald Faulkner. Fair Photo by Arsené Korean War Wrecks Hurt 40th Guardsmen Rotarians He Talk on China Dr. Albert N. Stew odist missionary and structor at the Univer king in China was the speaker at the noon ma of the Anaheim Rotary Dr. Steward discuss and bad features of the regime in China. On th of the ledger he poin discipline and industry munist soliders, the lack patience of the regu people, courtesy to honest officials, and la to the discredit oi he said is its atheist disregard for human loyalty requirements, interpretation" of news, interpretation of "truth" Guests of the club in Ida May Walburg and Drennan. Mrs. Walbur the coming B-PW We arms. She invited mem tary to attend the clim banquet next Thursday directed their attentio American B-PW club p KVOE, Santa Ana, at ncday. Avon Carlson and Hoorebeke were intruder club members. Dallas Winds Wildest Week DALLAS (9) — Dallas basked in the sun, its puing placidly—as if th Korean War (Continued from Page 1) Openinsula from Wonsan on the coast. New atrocity report came from South Korean prisoner who escaped in the Yonghung area. He the communists executed 800 South Korean prisoners near Won and fled northward with 100 African prisoners. The prisoner said he heard reders plotting to take the Americans to Manchuria. Of the ROK soldiers killed, the bodies were burned with gasoline, prisoner said. Tokyo, military circles buzzed with speculation of a possible geohammer knockout blow. Talk was touched off by Macau's return to the Japanese realm from his Wake Islanding Sunday with President Tan. Optimists Move (Continued From Page 1) Of steel was placed in the basement to be embedded in the concrete. We are indebted to three local labs and their supply houses," Harwood Larson, buildingman of the Optimist project, R. C. Evans, Aksel Oas and Pressel go, our thanks for mining the most critical item in the building essentials. ifications called for nearly tons of construction steel. Knows to the generosity of these Anaheim concerns, this significant gift was realized." First steel on the job was trucked by Southern Steel and Suppress Co., donated by Anaheim Mae Shop and Pressel, Perry Pressel. Through the R. C. Ana Co., manufacturers of agricultural implements, came the biggest consignment, Rawlins Bros. Co., of Los Angeles scraped bottom of the barrel, figuratively speaking, to supply the ally impossible to obtain conspiracy. The gift was shared between Rawlins and Evans and was used to size in the latter's cost. Optimist labor gang aiding Leeh in constructing foundry. Wrecks Hurt (Continue from Page 1) Ed that action be taken against Nordin. Mrs. Carrie Inman, 46, of Santa Anna, suffered possibly major injuries in a collision between cars driven by her husband, Beryl C. Inman, 51, and Byron D. Arnold, 48, Los Angeles. The accident took place at 12:30 p.m. Sunday at Virgin and Elden sts., Costa Mesa. Mrs. Inman was taken to the county hospital. Her husband received minor injuries. When Lowell K. Young, 23, Camp Pendleton Marine dropped asleep at the wheel of his car on the Coast highway, south of Serra Junction early Sunday morning, he and his twin brother, Lyle Martin Young, also a Marine, escaped with minor injuries, but a third Marine, John James Mead III, 26, was seriously injured. The car destroyed 90 feet of metal guard rail and then overturned in the ditch, according to a Highway Patrol report. Mead is in the San Margarita hospital at Oceanside. The Young twins were taken to San Mateo Marine dispensary. Pedro S. Uribe, 28, Santa Ana, and Jose Zamara, 42, Garden Grove, were injured slightly Saturday evening on W. 17th st. Santa Ana, when Uribe's car collided with a parked car and then crashed against a light pole. Rodolfo R. Vega, 25, Santa Ana, managed to escape from his car after stalling it yesterday in front of a Santa Fe Streamliner at the 17th st. crossing in Santa Ana. The train dragged the car along the track for 90 feet leaving it a wreck. Stassen Hails (Continued from Page 1) he, like Dewey, would work for Eisenhower's nomination. Actually the statement straddles the political fence. It can be interpreted two ways: 1. That Stassen is "pleased" because the New York governor took himself out of the presidential nomination race. 2. That Stassen, in not formally announcing support of Eisenhower as a candidate, but expressing only "very high regard" for the 40th Guardsmen Air War Views CAMP COOKE — Soldiers of Southern California's own 40th Division may have been undergoing long hours of rigorous training but they've still had time to keep up with world affairs and have some very definite ideas on America's heavy responsibilities in a chaotic world. Such was the indication this week when results of an informal poll were tabulated and released. Two questions were asked soldiers from almost every city in the Southland . . . and from every rank and educational level: 1. Do you approve of drafting World War II veterans?—and 2. Do you favor U.S. and South Korean forces crossing the 38th Parallel? On the first question, men of the 40th were evenly divided—50 per cent said "Yes" and 50 per cent said "No." But "Yes" or "No," they all agreed on one thing . . . men who have risked their lives before in actual combat should not be called upon to serve in battle areas. "In the event of conflict on a larger scale, we'll need all the experienced fighters we can get but they will be more valuable in training younger soldiers than in the front lines." On the second question, opinion in the 40th was likewise emphatic and clear—the drive into North Korea by U.N. forces was inevitable and necessary, said 75 per cent of those queried, but they should be termed "U.N. forces," not as armies of any one government. Anaheim Writer Places Story Mrs. Mae M. Vander Boom, Rte. 5, 10131 Brookhurst st., is represented in the October issue of "The Instructor," nationally circulated magazine for elementary teachers. Mrs. Vander Boom is the author of a story for kindergarten and directed their attention to American B-PW club pkwkVOE, Santa Ana, at noon Tuesday. Avon Carlson and Hoorebeke were intruded club members. Dallas Windy Wildest Week DALLAS (29) — Daskaded in the sun, its playing placidly—as if they lived through the wildest in the city's history. The hysteria of the Texas and two tooth matching four unbeaten touch lightly most residient of nearly half-a-row left the police bushes. It started Friday, this spree by an estimated 250,000 visitors, and e Sunday morning. In this there were hundred automobile accidents, single fatal mishap. A total of 134 personifically reprimanded for thusiastic celebrating; said this number was a Saturday and Sunday. And there was the traffic jam you ever saw. Officially, the state grandest day. The Coat where the games were located inside the big that surrounds the 18th show grounds. So, the attendance Saturday was 289,307; cials said it was the i day attendance of any anywhere, any time. Junior Chambler Don Mae Member of the Anah Chamber of Commerce Don May, nationally knitting artist, design coauthor at their regular Wednesday night; ad program chairman La Meeting time is 7 p.m.; Kitchen. Now located in Ana was formerly instructor tising art at the Harrison social Art Institute and th School of Printing. H rector of design for Esq zine and in Chicago; c design counsel service. LA HABRA DECONTROL Rent controls have been bled in La Habra. The decontrol was made Housing Expediter Woods. The local gov Stassen Hails (Continued from Page 1) he, like Dewey, would work for Eisenhower's nomination. Actually the statement straddles the political fence. It can be interpreted two ways: 1. That Stassen is “pleased” because the New York governor took himself out of the presidential nomination race. 2. That Stassen, in not formally announcing support of Eisenhower as a candidate, but expressing only “a very high regard” for the general, keeps himself in the picture as a presidential possibility. Anaheim Writer Places Story Mrs. Mae M. Vander Boom, Rte. 5, 10131 Brookhurst st., is represented in the October issue of "The Instructor," nationally circulated magazine for elementary teachers. Mrs. Vander Boom is the author of a story, for kindergarten and primary grades, entitled "Sammy Learns About Tails." Doctor Draft (Continued From Page 1) estimates of the number involve-ange from 500 to 10,000. Other medical men under 51 register at later dates until January 16, when the registration is to be completed. No provision has yet been made for the institution of pharmacists, opticians, osteopaths, X-ray technicians and other medical specialties called up in the doctor’s unit will serve not more than 21 months under present regulations. Medical men whom their draft doctors find acceptable for military service will be placed in class immediately. Special category—I-A-O—to drafted right along with the doctors has been set up for continuous objectors willing to per- non-combat services. NATIONAL Letters Oct. 15th MAKE SOMEONE WITH A LETTER Don't Delay ... Rotarians Hear Talk on China Dr. Albert N. Steward, Methodist missionary and botany instructor at the University of Nanking in China was the principal speaker at the noon meeting today of the Anaheim Rotary club. Dr. Steward discussed the good and bad features of the communist regime in China. On the good side of the ledger he pointed to the discipline and industry of the communist soliders, the lack of looting, patience of the regime with the people, courtesy to foreigners, honest officials, and land reforms. To the discredit of the regime he said is its atheistic philosophy, disregard for human life, blind loyalty requirements, radical interpretation of news, and faulty interpretation of "truth." Guests of the club included Mrs. Ida May Walburg and Mrs. Evah Drennan. Mrs. Walburg discussed the coming B-PW Week and its aims. She invited members of Rotary to attend the climactic B-PW banquet next Thursday night and directed their attention to the Anaheim B-PW club program on KVOE, Santa Ana, at 8:00 Wednesday. Avon Carlson and Clare Van Hoorebeke were introduced as new club members. Dallas Winds Up Wildest Weekend DALLAS (P) — Dallas today basked in the sun, its people moving placidly—as if they'd never Dallas Winds Up Wildest Weekend DALLAS (U.S.) — Dallas County basked in the sun, its people moving placidly—as if they’d never lived through the wildest weekend in the city’s history. The hysteria of the state fair of Texas and two football games matching four unbeaten teams did touch lightly most residents of this town of nearly half-a-million. But it left the police bushed. It started Friday, this good-time spree by an estimated 200,000 to 250,000 visitors, and ended early Sunday morning. In this span: There were hundreds of minor automobile accidents, but not a single fatal mishap. A total of 134 persons were officially reprimanded for too enthusiastic celebrating. But police said this number was "light" for a Saturday and Sunday night. And there was the darndess traffic jam you ever saw. Officially, the state fair had its grandest day. The Cotton Bowl, where the games were played, is located inside the big wire fence that surrounds the 187 acres of show grounds. So, the attendance figure for Saturday was 269,307. Fair officials said it was the biggest one day attendance of any annual fair, anywhere, any time. Junior Chamber to Hear Don May Member of the Anaheim Junior Chamber of Commerce will hear Don May, nationally known advertising artist, design consultant and author at their regular meeting Wednesday night, according to program chairman Leo Harpin. Meeting time is 7 p.m. at Mother's Kitchen. Now located in Anaheim, May was formerly instructor in advertising art at the Harrison Commercial Art Institute and the Chicago School of Printing. He was director of design for Esquire Magazine and in Chicago, conducted a design counsel service. LA HABRA DECONTROLS Rent controls have been removed in La Habra. The order for decontrol was made Sunday by Housing Expediter Tighe E. Woods. The local governing body All the students in Anaheim's six elementary schools have signed the Freedom Scroll, signifying their participation in the current California Crusade for Freedom, superintendent M. A. Gauer, reported today. In all, Gauer said, more than 1900 young Anaheimers and their teachers have signed their names to documents which will be enshrined with the Freedom Bell Oct. 24 in Berlin. Student contribution to the campaign came to $65.22, Gauer said. Alamitos Opens Recruiting Drive In connection with the nationwide build-up of the United States Naval Air Reserve, orders went out today for an all out recruiting drive to speed up training and implementation of the Naval Air Reserve units attached to the U.S. Naval Air Station, Los Alamitos. The recruiting drive was necessitated by the transfer of a large number of personnel from this activity to active duty. Authorization has been granted to form two new fighter squadrons and one new patrol squadron at Los Alamitos, this will make available a certain number of billets for men with both aviation and non-aviation ratings. Applications for these new squadrons are being accepted from 8 a.m. until 4:30, seven days a week at the U.S. Naval Air Station, Los Alamitos. NO SOFT MUSIC? LONG BEACH (U.S.)—Oliver G. Sherman, 36, and his wife planned a nice day for Sunday guests. They had a turkey in the oven, and took the visitors for a long afternoon, automobile ride. Last night they came home to the turkey. But a burglar had beaten them to it. A pile of greasy bones indicated he'd eaten his fill while lying comfortably on a bed. Then he'd polished off a bottle of wine Sherman had saved for his party. FASTER SERVICE ESCROWS Stephen & Stephen 108 W. Broadway - Anaheim Values Jump SACRAMENTO — Property values in California used as a tax base jumped nearly $400,000,000 this year over last, it was announced today by State Controller Thomas H. Kuchel. The controller said the grand total of all property in the state, which is subject to local tax rates amounted to $13,618,914,537. As compared to 1949, this represented an increase of $391,183-423, from $13,227,731,114. According to Kuchel's report, Orange county, however, showed a decrease. In 1949 the grand total value of property in the county subject to local tax rates was $439,154,190. The 1950 figure is $487,123,110. Only the two largest counties in the state, said Kuchel, have a tax base of more than one billion dollars. These are Los Angeles county, with $5,348,389,215, and San Francisco county, with $1-061,732,401. Kuchel also noted that improvements on land have a greater assessed value than the land in California itself. The base for improvements, he said, totaled $5,673,619-300 and on land $4,869,157,941. Both of these figures are on county assessed property only. Trade in Anaheim Tele-fun by Warren Goodrich Now located in Anaheim, May was formerly instructor in advertising art at the Harrison Commercial Art Institute and the Chicago School of Printing. He was director of design for Esquire Magazine and in Chicago, conducted a design counsel service. LA HABRA DECONTROLS Rent controls have been removed in La Habra. The order for decontrol was made Sunday by Housing Expediter Tighe E. Woods. The local governing body previously had a decontrol reservation. FASTER SERVICE ESCROWS Stephen & Stephen 108 W. Broadway - Anaheim (Opposite Post Office) PHONE 6893 "I make sure the other person has time to answer by counting up all my children." You'll reach the person you're calling much more often if you give him a full minute to answer. The Pacific Telephone and Telegraph Company. 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