anaheim-gazette 1951-04-27

Home Hand-work decorations help lend tradition to the Provincial home of Mr. and Mrs. Roy Hammond. Read about it. It is interesting. Please see Page 8. VOLUME LXXX Anaheim's FIRST Newspaper ANAHEIM CHICAGO, April 27—THE GENERAL SPEAKS IN CHICAGO—General Douglas MacArthur, the echo of a hero's welcome still fresh in his ears, calls for a "positive and realistic" Korean policy to bring early victory and end "staggering" American losses, during his speech in Soldier Field here last night. At left, MacArthur purses his lips, and at right, he drives home a point. (Associated Press Wirephoto) Milwaukee Crowds Hail Gen. MacArthur CHICAGO, April 27—THE GENERAL SPEAKS IN CHICAGO—General Douglas MacArthur, the echo of a hero's welcome still fresh in his ears, calls for a "positive and realistic" Korean policy to bring early victory and end "staggering" American losses, during his speech in Soldier Field here last night. At left, MacArthur purses his lips, and at right, he drives home a point. (Associated Press Wirephoto) Milwaukee Crowds Hail Gen. MacArthur 'Realistic' Policy Urged in Chicago Talk CHICAGO (P) — Gen. MacArthur, hailed by cheering mil- is in a gigantic civic demon-ation, last night urged a "posi- tive and realistic" Korean policy "to stop through strength this slaughter of America's sons." The ousted commander of the fighting forces in the Pacific, in a ringing speech climaxing a rousing welcome to Chicago, defended his policy in Korea. He challenged the administration's policies. "Our losses there (Korea) in ratio to the men committed have already reached staggering proportions," MacArthur declared. "These losses are progressively mounting by thousands each month . . . The general, speaking from a spotlighted platform in chilly, windswept Soldier Field, said that "the advent of the war with red China" has created "a policy vacuum heretofore unknown to war." The crowd in the huge lake front stadium—estimated at some 50,000—interrupted the general several times during his speech, cheering and applauding. MacArthur's address, which had been billed as "not a major policy talk," caught his audience by surprise. It was a fighting speech all the way. And the general, in his 12-minute talk, declared "that although my public life is now closed," he would continue "to advocate a positive and realistic policy for Korea, designed to bring the war to an early and honorable end." The general was interrupted by an outburst of "no! no!" after he had declared "my public life is now closed." When he resumed, smiling, he told the crowd: "it Gen. Willoughby, MacArthur Aide Quits the Army TOKYO (P)—Maj. Gen. Charles A. Willoughby, a MacArthur man from the Bataan and Corregidor days, has asked for Army retirement so he can rejoin General MacArthur. He is the second of two-star general rank to follow MacArthur in the five-star controversy with the White House. "I expect to join him and offer what modest services I can render." Willoughby said today. MacArthur in Chicago last night made his second challenging policy speech on the Far East since he was fired April 10 by President Truman. He made the first before congress last week. With him was Maj. Gen. Courtney Whitney who asked to be relieved of Army duty soon after MacArthur was ousted. MILWAUKEE (P) — The city Douglas MacArthur calls home welcomed the five-star general to day for the first time in 39 years His arrival climaxed a four hour motor trip from Chicago. The general's motorcade, greeted by wailing sirens and hooting factory whistles and cheered by thousands lining the streets, pulled up at the historic Plankinton house in downtown Milwaukee an noon. The general has for years listed the hotel as his official home address. The famed military hero retired immediately to a newly-decorated and refurbished suite for lunch and a short rest. His wife and 13-year-old son, Arthur, accompanied him to the eighth floor of the building, reserved for the family's use during its short stay here. Later this afternoon, the general received an honorary degree of doctor of laws from Marquette university in ceremonies at the school's football stadium. Then Robert Tice Wins Optimist Oratorical Contest; Represents 14 District Cities Fifteen year old Robert Tice won the Optimist Oratorical contest last night on subject "Today's Challenge to Youth." Son of Mr. and Mrs. George Tice, 605 S. Emily, Robert has won the Area 10 and 7 of the 14 District Optimist International speak-off Oratorical contest. Tice will represent N. Hollywood, Studio City, Van Nuys, Sepulveda, Northridge, San Fernando, Bakersfield, Tulare, Santa Ana, Fullerton, Anaheim, San E. R. McCoy to SC Bank Board The election of E. R. McCoy to the Board of Directors of The Southern County Bank was announced today by R. Foster Lamm, president. Mr. McCoy replaces on the Board K. F. Hellyer, who recently sold the Hellyer Buick Company and moved to Westwood, California, to become the owner of Westwood Buick Company. Mr. McCoy is a native Californian born in Oxnard, California, and has been a resident of this area for many years. Since 1934 he has been co-owner of the McCoy Motor Company, Ford Agency in Anaheim. He has taken an active part in civic affairs and is a member of the Board of Directors of the Chamber of Commerce and Chairman of their Budget Committee. In addition, he is Treasurer of Melrose Abbey Mausoleum; a life member of the Elks; and a member of the Masonic Lodge and Al Malalkah Temple of the Shrine. He also served as President of the Citrus Growers, Inc., for five years. BUILDING PERMITS Anaheim building department this week issued permits to L. Frank Kellogg, 530 N. West st., for a $1500 carport and dining room extension and to Donald R. Watt, 121 S. Illinois st., for a $10,000 house and garage at 538 Sherwood dr. PINNED BETWEEN AUTOS Miss Janice Vierstra, 18, of Bellflower, received injuries to both legs at Huntington Beach last evening when she was pinned between the bumpers of two automobiles. The girl had attended a party there, and as the affair was breaking up, she stood in front of a parked car in the street. Another car, driven by Ralph Tevelde of Paramount, backed against her and the parked car. Tevelde said he did not realize there was another car so close, or that the girl was standing behind his car. ROBERT TICE Howard Morefield At Arizona Base DAVIS-MONTHAN AIR FORCE BASE, Tucson, Ariz.—Pfc. Howard Morefield, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Morefield of 15282 E. Anaheim rd., Anaheim, has recently been assigned to this southwestern Strategic Air Command Installation it was disclosed here today. Prior to entering the United States Air Force Pfc. Morefield was employed by the Nord-Hein Spraying company in Anaheim as a tree sprayer at which occupation he had worked for one year. He was graduated from high school in 1949. He enlisted in the Air Force on the first of August, 1950, at Los Angeles, receiving his basic training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. ANAHEIM EST. 1870 GAZETTE ANAHEIM, ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA, FRIDAY, APRIL 27, 1951 Packing Plant Reported Sold To Wurgraft The packing plant of the Anaheim Citrus Fruit Assn. was reported sold today to Robert Wurgraft. Anaheim Citrus merged with Placentia Orange Growers Association before the start of the 1950 valencia season. Their large precooler plant located immediately south of the main packing house between Vine st. and the Santa Fe tracks was sold some months ago to the Union Ice company. Anaheim Citrus Fruit Assn., formerly the largest Sunkist packing house in this area, built the packing plant on the south side of Center st. between Vine and the Santa Fe tracks in the early 1920s. They moved to the new location from the house on the south side of the Southern Pacific tracks between Claudina and Philadelphia which is now occupied by A. L. Banks Packing Co. Allied Troops Van Fleet Say YMCA Building Drive Gets Off To Flying Start Operation Success, Airborne, Anaheim YMCA's drive to provide funds for finishing the new Y building at 121 S. Citron, roared down the runway for take-off this morning at a breakfast in White Temple Methodist church attended by 71 top flight pilots, flight leaders and squadron commanders. General Walt Taylor briefed the group on tactics for the operation. New Zone Will Relax Former Lot Footages A new residential zone, tentatively designated the R-OO zone, was the subject of a resolution of intention jointly formulated by Anaheim City Council and Planning commission yesterday afternoon. The new zone would supplement, with substantially relaxed requirements, the city's controversial RO zone. Lot requirements in the new zone were tentatively set at 7500 square feet instead of the 9000 square feet required by the RO regulation. RO zoning would remain in force in a 100-foot strip on the north side of North St., west of West St., in a 120-foot strip on both east and west sides of West St., north of North St. The north line of the old Santa Ana river wash will be the northern boundary of the new zone, which will be enclosed by the RO zone strips. No protective strip for the west side of Citron was proposed. The joint meeting was called to consider two subdivisions proposed by Jess Medaris, local realtor. Both subdivisions were approved, one for 47 lots of 7200 square feet average size and the other for 29 lots running from 7500 to 7700 feet. A stipulation was added to the approval of the Endicott tract that space be left open for a an access street east of the tract so that property owners in that area would not be cut off from use of their rear lots. A public hearing on the Morales (Continued on Page 5) Operation Success, Airborne, Anaheim YMCA's drive to provide funds for finishing the new Y building at 121 S. Citron, roared down the runway for take-off this morning at a breakfast in White Temple Methodist church attended by 71 top flight pilots, flight leaders and squadron commanders. General Walt Taylor briefed the group on tactics for the operation. Sky-high goal for the fund aviators is $50,000 in this 10-day drive, the second to provide building funds for the Y. Paul Demaree, president of Anaheim YMCA board of directors, gave a history of the past YMCA drive and hopes for the local organization's future. Phil Wright, president of Ana-Hi-Y club gave the compelling reasons for having a Y building in Anaheim. He said it will help immeasurably in the tasks of the Hi-Y club and in developing the grade school Gra-Y clubs. Patty Brook, treasurer of Tri-Hi-Y council, added reasons for the new building from the standpoint of Anaheim's young girls. Mel Gauer led the group in singing and was assisted by Warren Ashleigh at the piano. The Rev. Frank Butterworth was "spiritual energizer" (chaplain) of the task force and Tommie Thomason, YMCA secretary, gave techniques of using campaign materials. Breakfast was cooked by Mrs. Paul Demaree, assisted by Mr. Demaree and their daughter, Mrs. Ruth Preston. Those attending are: Marsh Beebe, Mel Gauer, Bill Claussen, Bill Fackliner, Clyde Nickle, Ray Link, Cliff Beckler, Sam Hilgenfeld, Charles Bush, Howard Pannier, Arthur Korn, Floyd Stockwell, Bill Cook, Cliff Elliott. Lyle Shafer, Frank Kellogg, Bill Wylie, Walter Schmitt, Tex Middleton, Dr. Ed Jordt, L.P. Nichols, Clarence Mauerhan, Jack Paulus, (Continued on Page 5) UN ARTILLERY BLASTS RED rel of a giant eight inch How Monday, as United Nations art of attacking Chinese reds. This masses in order to protect the tillery division fired more than associated Press Wirephoto) Baseball National League NEW YORK (P)—Willard Ma shall and Sid Gordon, a pair ex-Glants, blasted homers today to pace the Boston Braves to 7-3 victory over the New Yorker in a battle of homers. PHILADELPHIA (P) — G Hodges hit a double and two homers today to lead Brooklyn Dodgers to an 11-5 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies. The triumph snapped a three-game Brooklyn losing streak and broke the Phillies' five-game win string. GEN. BRADLEY TO L.A. LOS ANGELES (P)—Gen. Omni N. Bradley, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, will deliver a Armed Forces Day address here on May 18 at a Chamber of Commerce luncheon. Orange County In New District With SD County SACRAMENTO (AP)—The legislature was just about finished today with the pesky job of shifting lines of its own and Congressional districts to fit 1940-50 population changes. To hundreds of thousands of California voters, the realignment means they'll wind up in new or different districts come next election time. Anaheim will be in the 28th Congressional district which includes Orange and coastal San Diego county, except the city of San Diego and points south. California as a whole will elect 30 Congressmen instead of 23 at present. Only New York's 45 members will outrank the golden state's delegation in Washington. Of the 30, Southern California will have 16 and the Northern half of the state will have 14. Los Angeles county alone will be represented by 12 Congressmen. It has nine now and shares a tenth with San Bernardino county. ZETTE Weather S. Calif.—Night and morning low clouds near coast, otherwise clear or scattered cloudiness tonight and Saturday. Mostly sunny and slightly warmer days. 5c a Copy — 50c Per Month NUMBER 127 troops Still Roll Back et Says They’ll Hold TOKYO (P) — United Nations troops fell back on both ends of the 100-mile Korean front today. In the west they rolled back through Uijonbu, 11 miles north of Seoul. In the east they abandoned Yanggu and pulled back below the 38th Parallel. This was the last Allied hold in red Korea on the active fighting front. In both withdrawals U.N. forces broke contact with reds. The Allies also broke contact south of Hwachon reservoir, and withdrew so rapidly a vast no-man’s land was created on this east-central sector. Little contact was reported all along the front. But U.N. troops beat back attacks in the center aimed at roads leading to Seoul. And in the extreme west, Allied BATTLEY BLASTS REDS—White smoke rises from the barricade of a giant eight inch Howitzer on the central Korean front today, as United Nations artillery continues to take a heavy toll attacking Chinese reds. This big gun sent shells into the enemy bases in order to protect the UN withdrawal. One American army division fired more than 30,000 rounds in two days. (Asstated Press Wirephoto) Baseball National League W YORK (P)—Willard Marsh and Sid Gordon, a pair of hints, blasted homers today in the Boston Braves to a victory over the New Yorkers battle of homers. LADELPHIA (P) — Gil hit a double and two hits today to lead Brooklyn's ties to an 11-5 victory over Philadelphia Phillies. The fifth snapped a three-game losing streak and broke Phillies' five-game win string. BRADLEY TO L.A. ANGELES (P)—Gen. Omar Bradley, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, will deliver an Army Forces Day address here on May 18 at a Chamber of Comunication. Thomas Trial For Letbetter Death, May 21 Trial of Jesse Vernon Thomas, 33, Garden Grove tree puller, for the alleged murder of his employer, Charles W. Letbetter, 39, of Yorba Linda, was set for May 21, in Superior Court at Santa Ana. Thomas was arraigned on the murder charge today before Superior Judge Kenneth E. Morrison. The prosecution charges that Thomas stabbed Letbetter to death in the front yard at the Letbetter home on the night of April 14, because of Letbetter's attentions to Mrs. Thomas. (Termined on Page 7) In both withdrawals U.N. forces broke contact with reds. The Allies also broke contact south of Hivachon reservoir, and withdrew so rapidly a vast no-man's land was created on this east-central sector. Little contact was reported all along the front. But U.N. troops beat back attacks in the center aimed at roads leading to Seoul. And in the extreme west, Allied forces fought a stubborn delaying action 14 miles northwest of Seoul. On the northern approaches the Chinese were about 10 miles from the old South Korean capital. But Lt. Gen. James A. Van Fleet, U.S.Eighth Army commander, expressed confidence they could be halted north of the Han river. The Han borders Seoul on the south. However, the general did not mention the war shattered city in his statement. "We are withdrawing in order," Van Fleet said on an unheralded frontline tour. "We are keeping units intact. We are taking a tremendous toll of the enemy while enduring only minimum losses." As the reda neared Seoul, civilians streamed out of the city to the south. A South Korean government spokesman said 200,000 had already fled across the Han. Another 200,000 were expected to follow, leaving about 100,000 in the city which has lost military significance to either side. It was a familiar flight. Communist troops twice have occupied and twice abandoned Seoul. Friday they drove on it for the third time. The force of their drive appeared to be weakening. 8th Army headquarters said Friday. It reported U.N. troops in their path fought "a stubborn delaying action." Thomas stabbed Letbetter to death in the front yard at the Letbetter home on the night of April 14, because of Letbetter's attentions to Mrs. Thomas. TEMPERATURES Temperature reading in downtown Anaheim at 7 p.m. today was 74. High for the previous 24 hours was 69 at 3 p.m. yesterday. Low was 48 at 6 a.m. today. Lighter Squadron of Anaheim YMCA’s Operation Success, led by Marsh Beebe, second from building fund campaign which took off this morning at a breakfast in White Temple Methodist Solter, Sam Hilgenfeld, Beebe and Mel Gauer are shown. (Gazette photo by Kreidt)