anaheim-gazette 1951-12-05

The schools need money... The people of Anaheim are certainly in a mood for official economy. There is no doubt about that. But from our talks with many Anaheimers we believe that our people are also determined that if any penny-pinching is to be done it shall not be at the expense of public education. By and large, Anaheimers say that if our elementary schools need money then, by all means, we should provide it. The Elementary School Board has called an election for December 11 on a proposition which reads: "Shall the proposed increase in the maximum tax rates from $0.90 per each $100.00 assessed valuation be paid to each child." The practical meaning of the proposition, however, is: "Shall our schools continue to progress; shall our schools continue to prepare our children to be good Americans who are ready to take their place in the world?" It actually comes right down to that. Our school population is growing. (But even without increased enrollments in the elementary schools we would still have the problem of paying the higher costs which have hit our schools even as it has our households and businesses.) As our school census increases so do the costs of providing an education for each child. And, those who have worked likeable Howard McGrath ororney General say there are two things wrong with him: 1. He is seldom around place where he is supposed well—the Justice Department. 2. He has his eyes so fixed on the U.S. Supreme Court that he is afraid to any moves that might enemies. Real fact is that McGrath tered the Justice Department with every expectation of upping to the Supreme Court in a year. Justice Stanley not in the best of health, waspected to retire. But Reed recovered. Meant the policy of offending now established early in the Mc regime, has drifted on. Early in life, likewise, he got into the habit of offing no one. He learned that you're lucky and don't rock boat, things come your way. He also learned that if youude enough charm, a reasonable degree of common sense and know how to flipsse free ships you can get along most of the people most o time—at least in a small like Rhode Island. McGrath's father was ainent member of the Knight Columbus and one of his faj jobs was to handle K.C. insurance. So, through his father, Howard got to know most By and large, Anaheimers say that if our elementary schools need money then, by all means, we should provide it. The Elementary School Board has called an election for December 11 on a proposition which reads: "Shall the proposed increase in the maximum tax rates from $0.90 per each $100.00 assessed valuation to $1.15 per each $200.00 assessed valuation in the Anaheim School District be authorized?" That is the official wording of the school board's request. Our school population is growing. (But even without increased enrollments in the elementary schools we would still have the problem of paying the higher costs which have hit our schools even as it has our households and businesses.) As our school census increases so do the costs of providing an education for each child. And, you can't duck it: we have to pay for anything we want and need. To give an example of the higher costs of running the schools here are figures on the increases in school operating expense: | Date | Cost of Living Index | Purchasing Power | Maximum Tax Rate needed to buy education (present comparable tax rate) to 1925-1929 | Minimum teacher's salary (set by state legislature) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | 1958-29 | 100 | $1.00 | .90 | .90 | $1200 | | 1960 | 100.2 | .99 | .88 | .92 | | 1961 | 105.3 | .99 | .86 | .94 | | 1962 | 115.6 | .98 | .77 | 1.05 | | 1963 | 122.6 | .91 | .72 | 1.10 | $1800 | | 1964 | 125.4 | .78 | .71 | 1.12 | | 1965 | 128.4 | .78 | .70 | 1.16 | | 1966 | 130.2 | .72 | .65 | 1.22 | $2400 | | 1967 | 159.2 | .62 | .67 | 1.25 | | 1968 | 171.3 | .58 | .62 | 1.44 | | 1969 | 160.1 | .59 | .58 | 1.42 | | 1970 | 175.6 | .57 | .51 | 1.46 | $3000 | The following table gives the kindergarten enrollment and the total of kindergarten and Grades 1 through 8 for the past 10 years. Note that the growth has been steady and it has spurted the past two years. | School Year | Kindergarten | Total K-thru $ | Per cent increase | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | 1941-42 | 149 | 1460 | — | | 1942-43 | 165 | 1501 | 2.8 | | 1943-44 | 169 | 1506 | — | | 1944-45 | 179 | 1557 | 3.2 | | 1945-46 | 168 | 1567 | -.6 | | 1946-47 | 200 | 1557 | -.6 | | 1947-48 | 225 | 1656 | 6.2 | | 1948-49 | 247 | 1759 | 6.2 | | 1949-50 | 246 | 1802 | 2.4 | | 1950-51 | 246 | 1847 | 10.2 | | 1951-52 | 352 | 2225 (Est.) | 17.0 | In 10 years the kindergarten enrollment has jumped 126 per cent while all other grades have jumped 59 per cent. IN THE DAYS OF LONG AGO From the Plies of Anaheim Gazette By MRS. HENRY KUCHEL 75 Years Ago December 1876 The Anaheim Literary Society met on Monday evening with E. F. Chill in the chair. Messrs. V. Montgomery and D. R. Payne delivered declarations. The following question was then discussed: geles during the week. Isaac R. Williams of Buena Park was in town yesterday. He states the men folks were just about getting ready to shoot turkeys as he started away. Mr. Blackfan was in town on able degree of common sighs you can get along most of the people most of the time—at least in a small like Rhode Island. McGrath's father was a mentor member of the Knight Columbus and one of his fathers was to handle K.C. insurance So, through his father, he Howard got to know most of Irish in the small state of Rhode Island. On top of this, Howard made a daughter of the leading Fran Canadian, Estelle Cadorette of the loveliest ladies now living cabinet. There is a heavy F population in Rhode Island; the marriage didn't hurt him all with the French voters. The chief trouble is that the ward doesn't have many open families to flinch; for the below bring few complex forthright cases to him for cision. They know, first, that Horowitz isn't around much of the time review cases; second, that key tune of the Justice Department is pitched to a low going; make-few-enemies levels. They know, for instance, their boss, the Attorney General was a leading figure in one the big tax-avoidance founctions, Textron, set up as a chil trust, though it operated a textile mills. There was no ing illegal about this, but the man you are working once drew a $15,000 salary nearly for being a figure-head or large tax-avoidance scheme doesn't encourage his subordinates to push tax prosecution. Those who work in the J justice Department also know McGrath long has been paid owner of the Lincoln Dow race track./ad while he had absolutely no part in gambling surrounding this activity, it's only natural that some of the A.G.'s subordinates should not feel too threatened about cracking down on gambling. Hates to Prosecute The Attorney General's hung reactions are of the best likes people. They like him hates to prosecute That man 75 Years Ago December 1876 The Anaheim Literary Society met on Monday evening with E. F. Cahill in the chair. Messrs. V. Montgomery and D. R. Payne delivered declamations. The following question was then discussed: "Resolved, That the President of the United States should be elected by popular vote." Mr. Theodore Lynill opened the debate followed by his opponent, Mr. M. A. Mendleson. The decision was given in favor of the affirmative. The question for debate at the next meeting is: "Resolved, That the truth should not always be spoken." The affirmative will be sustained by Victor Montgomery, and the negative by E. T. Cahill. Declamations will be given by R. Brown and C. Calloway. The committee appointed to collect books and funds for a public library was discharged and a new one appointed, consisting of V. Montgomery, M. A. Mendelson and D. R. Payne. 50 Years Ago December 1901 John H. Pfeninger, one of the rising young men of Fullerton, was in town on a business trip on Tuesday afternoon. Mrs. Jack Holmes of Los Angeles is visiting in town; the guest speaker is Mrs. John Hartung. Mrs. Joe Clark was in town on Tuesday afternoon. Napolean Mart. and John Kluss were business visitors in Los Angeles during the week. Isaac R. Williams of Buena Park was in town yesterday. He states the men folks were just about getting ready to shoot turkeys as he started away. Mr. Blackfan was in town on Monday from his ranch at Brookshurst. Union Thanksgiving services will be held at the Christian church at 10 o'clock. Sermon by Rev. Wardell of the Presbyterian church. 25 Years Ago December 1926 Born—In Los Angeles, last Saturday to the wife of William F. Gibbs, a 7-pound daughter. Mrs. Gibbs is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jesserun of this city. F. M. Anderson was issued a permit to build a frame house at 115 East Alberta street, to cost $1800; A. Joost for a new roof on a frame house at 502 N. Philadelphia street, to cost $200; Frank Lee for alteration of a frame house at 1126 Parry avenue, to cost $600. L. E. Miller to build a garage at 138 South Los Angeles street, to cost $40. The Concordia Society is giving a Thanksgiving entertainment at the clubhouse, 1514 West Broadway; tonight... The singing club of the Los Angeles Turners Society will be here to assist the local talent. There will be music, singing, dancing and everything appropriate to a Thanksgiving entertainment. The Attorney General's humble reactions are of the best, likes people. They like him, hates to prosecute. That man why his Justice Department frittered around for almost year regarding prosecution certain witnesses referred to the Senate after they gave jured testimony in the Anna senberg and the Maryland cation cases. Though the Senate went some palms to refer these cases to Justice, the Attorney General has not acted and probably will not act. He just has too many friends. Tip-off to McGrath's friend character is his own record as joiner. Not since the days of "Puddler Jim" Davis, Secretary of Labor under Calvin Coolidge has there been such a not joiner in the cabinet. Here is Howard's record of fellowship: Elk, Eagle, And Order of Hibernians, Friends Sons of St. Patrick, the Great Knights of Columbus, Patron Husbandry, Independent Order Foresters, Kiwanis, Irish Historical Society, Rhode Island Historical Society, New England Association of Insurers Agents, Royal Arcanum. So you really can't blink Howard McGrath. He was not easy for the role of Attorney General—a role where frien ships must pay second fiddle prosecutions. OBLONG VIEWS FROM AN EGG-SHAPED HEAD BY WALDO HUNTER GENERALS FOR PRESIDENT ... Phooy! ... This Eisenhower thing is beginning to grow wearisome. Both Democrats and Republicans are playing it for all it's worth, which probably isn't much. One thing I must say for the Greenbackers they aren't trying to boom a general for president. Just about all we hear these days is Eisenhower, Eisenhower, Eisenhower... will he or won't he? Won't he or will he? Reminds me of the same question we boys used to ask about a certain girl back in the senior class at high school. In her case, though, our uncertainty was put to a sudden end by the class president who, the morning after the junior-senior prom, announced to a breathless group of boys huddled near the water fountain just before the opening buzzer: "She chooses to run." O, that Eisenhower would put an end to all this nervous speculation by responding to the blandishments of his political wooers in the same forthright fashion; either 'yes' or "no." One or the other, to put a stop to this nerve-wracking 'maybe' stuff. THE ANAHEIM OPTIMIST club's auction sale last Thursday and Friday nights was, to all appearances, a resounding success. It was more than that: it was an uncommon example of community cooperation and civic pride, pointing up the fact that the Optimists and all Anaheim have felt. "You bid only $1 for this? You just want to small the thing." One item which they had trouble getting shut out was a water softening gadget comprised of a small, sinister-looking cannister with a rubber tube leading into it at one end and out of it at the other. "Just attach one end of the thing to the faucet and water is softened as it runs out the other," the auctioneer explained. But the customers were suspicious. There were no bids and the gimmick was laid aside. My spouse, always one to dive off the deep end when someone yells "bargain," berated me at some length for failing to bid on this thing. "At least," she hissed, "you could have bid 25 cents." A coffee table then went under the hammer, and a gouge in the ribs signified that I had better bid something. I offered two dollars. Mr. Garey was quick with the bon mot. "Two dollars for this? You just want the legs," he quipped, as the house rocked with merriment. Orange county officials the years have created a casualty record, a grumbling death of County Assessor F. Enderic several weeks ago allowed a familiar pattern, a dozen court houses have died in office within two or three decades. The rumors were snuffed out attacks without warning. However, official circles regard the record as positive that the strain and inability of their official duties them. While Maurice Eade held his office only seven months prior to his predecessor, James who also died at a heartbeat had been the county for $2 years. Half of those who died in harness had their offices for 20 years longer. The assessor's office has one of the most complex departments in County government with a tremendous and pressing upon its head, so that two successive occurrences that office have gone too far might be considered than a coincidence. But the county auditor The degree of common sense, and know how to finesse friendlips you can get along with most of the people most of the time—at least in a small state like Rhode Island. McGrath's father was a prominent member of the Knights of Cumbus and one of his father's was to handle K.C. insurance. Through his father, youngward got to know most of the rich in the small state of Rhode Island. On top of this, Howard married daughter of the leading French-Cadronian, Estelle Cadorette, one of the loveliest ladies now in theinet. There is a heavy Frenchulation in Rhode Island, and marriage didn't hurt him at with the French voters. The chief trouble is that Howard doesn't have many opportunities to finch; for the men now bring few complex or bright cases to him for defense. They know first, that Howard is around much of the time to new cases; second, that the tune of the Justice Department is pitched to a low, easy-make-few-enemies level. Any know, for instance, that boss, the Attorney General, is leading figure in one of big tax-avoidance foundations, Textron, set up as a charity, though it operated huge mills. There was noth隐蔽 about this, but when man you are working for drew a $15,000 salary mere-or-bear being a figure-head on a tax-avoidance scheme, it isn't encourage his subordinating to push tax prosecution. Those who work in the Justice Department also know that Grath long has been partner of the Lincoln Downs track. /2d while he has absolutely no part in the tabling surrounding this activity, it's only natural that one of the A.G.'s subordinates should not feel too ennaiate about cracking down gambling. To Prosecute the Attorney General's human rights are of the best. He people. They like him. He is prosecuted. That may be One or the other, to put a stop to this nerve-wracking 'maybe' stuff. THE ANAHEIM OPT:MIST club's auction sale last Thursday and Friday nights was, to all appearances, a recordable success. It was more than that: it was an uncommon example of community cooperation and civic pride, pointing up the fact that the Optimists and all Anaheimers have faith in the present generation to invest in youth. Proceeds from the sale will go toward completion of the Optimist boys' clubhouse. The theory behind the whole project, I believe, is that the program may serve to keep a boy or two out of Sheriff Musick's clubhouse later on in life. There is something irreconcilible about an auction. The buyer gets double satisfaction. He feels that he is at the same time doing some shrewd bargaining and beating someone else out of a friendly business deal. I attended the auction Friday night not necessarily expecting to buy anything. I went to hold my sides in unrestrained laughter at Al Garey's witticisms, such as: TV-RADIOLOGIC Newscaster Unruffled By 'On-the-Air' Trick By TOM E. DANSON HOLLYWOOD — There are many things that go on backscene in radio that the average listener will not detect, and again, the sudden laughter of an announcer for no apparent reason, will leave the audience wondering. Almost as if tradition, it is the practice in radio at one time or other, for the buddies of a working announcer to try for a "break-up" while the poor guy is in the middle of an announcement or newcast. Such was the case, recently, when the pals of Arnleifur Lawrence Thorsteinson, (a name I will go into more detail on later), tried their best for a "fluff." Having gained the reputation of a man who couldn't be rat-tail. Although it isn't generally known, Larry does the narrating on "Suspense" along with other jobs in radio and motion pictures. DOWN TV-RADIO ROW ... Bob Hope recalled an incident from one of his recent trips to Korea last week. On this trip a young script girl, Joan Flint, was included. Upon arrival, Hope stepped out of the plane with the G.I.'s giving a big round of applause. Next came Les Brown with the same reception followed by lovely Marilyn Maxwell. But when Joan stepped out of the plane the boys almost tore the place apart. A misunderstanding who died in harness had their offices for 20 years longer. The assessor's office has one of the most competent departments in County government with a tremendous and pressure upon its head, so that two successive occurrences that office have gone to way might be considered than a coincidence. But the county auditor also bears a high-pressureibility, more acute witness to county finances than any department's perhaps auditor is personally responsible for any mistake he might in allowing payment or demand upon the county jury. The pressure there imagined. Yet this office has listed a casualty. Meanwhile, eight deaths occurred in offices that crerally regarded as more ing and more free iron socks. Four of the group were if the list is extended to an dozen, to include the redo Justice John C. Box of Sarasota and fiery nemesis of trafenders who died in 1924. Two who died in office county treasurers, one the lector, one the recorder, coroner. None of these officers regarded as a heavy-duty though having ample respite and plenty of work attire. Thus it would appear that and stress are not health ards in public life. Not in county, anyway. As mentioned, half of were stricken without W County Clerk J. M. Back on the court house steps, Broadway entrance, just off his office. Superior Judger G. Ames was in an A barber shop. Assessor James Sleepe at Big Bear lake, an elephant above the 6000 feet Treasurer Terry E. Steph also was at a high altitude a Union Pacific train crer 8000-foot Sherman summ Wyoming. Recorder J. Sidebottom and Assessor rice Enderle were at home summons came. Others who have died The Attorney General's human relations are of the best. He is people. They like him. He is to prosecute. That may be his Justice Department has tried around for almost a year regarding prosecution of inmates witnesses referred to it by Senate after they gave peril testimony in the Anna Roerg and the Maryland elec-cases. Though the Senate went to the pals to refer these cases justice, the Attorney General not acted and probably will act. He just has too many pals. Off to McGrath's friendly brother is his own record as a r. Not since the days of older Jim" Davis, Secretary Labor under Calvin Coolidge, there been such a notable r in the cabinet. Here is Howard's record of good worship: Elk, Eagle, Ancient war of Hibernians, Friendly of St. Patrick, the Grange,aints of Columbus, Patrons of Sandry, Independent Order of Lasters, Klwanis, Irish Histori-society, Rhode Island Histori-society, New England Asso-liation of Chiefs of Police, National Association of Insurance Agents, Royal Arcanum. If you really can't blame Mr. McGrath, he was never for the role of Attorney General—a role where friend-less must pay second fiddle to executions. Arnleifur one day was auditioned to read the lines assigned to a fictional detective named Danny Clover, and won the part. Of course his name was much too long and too hard to pronounce—so it was changed to Larry Thor, who you hear as Danny Clover in the CBS radio program, "Broadway's My Beat." This blonde Icelander is a 200-pound, 6-foot-1 individual now in the process of becoming an American, without doing all the things that some Americans do. He doesn't wear flamboyant clothes, he lives generously but within his means, reads magazines by the score and is deeply interested in international affairs. Born in the town of Lundar, in Manitoba, Canada, the first language he knew was Icelandic until schooling in Winnipeg acquainted him with English. After serving in the Canadian Cavalry and with the Princess Patricia Light Infantry, he settled in Flin Flon, Manitoba, with a new wife, Leona, and no other for his comedy shopping four routines with "der Bingle" is Jimmy Stewart, who will be heard on the show over KNX at 6:30... Dr. and Mrs. William Todhunter Hall (Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Colman) are heard in another of their excellent shows from "Ivy College" over KPI at 6:30... This is on TV, too, so turn on your television set and from one of his recent trips to Korea last week. On this trip a young script girl, Joan Flint, was included. Upon arrival, Hope stepped out of the plane with the G.L.'s giving a big round of applause. Next came Les Brown with the same reception followed by lovely Marlyn Maxwell. But when Joan stepped out of the plane the boys almost tore the place apart. A misunderstanding had the boys thinking that the script girl was a "strip girl!" TELE-TIPS ... From the Cleveland Arena, Harry Matthews meets Danny Nardico in a 10-round lightweight bout when Tviewed over KNXT (2) at 7... The TV premiere of another of Alexandre Dumas' swashbuckling romances will be shown on KTTV (11) starting at 7," titled "The Coralican Brothers" with Douglas Fairbanks Jr., in the starring role. Film Star Ann Sheridan makes her TV debut tonight when she appears on the Kate Smith Evening Hour over KNB (4) at 8... A powerful yarn of the Kin Klux Klan will be shown tonight with an all-star cast over KLAC (13) at 9:15... "The Balaoe Murder" will be the special feature of "The Clock" over KECA (7) at 9:30. DIAL-LITES ... Back again for another of his comedy shopping four routines with "der Bingle" is Jimmy Stewart, who will be heard on the show over KNX at 6:30... Dr. and Mrs. William Todhunter Hall (Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Colman) are heard in another of their excellent shows from "Ivy College" over KPI at 6:30... This is on TV, too, so turn on your television set and Assessor James Sleepee at Big Bear lake, an elephant above the 6000 feet at Treasurer Terry E. Stephens also was at a high altitude a Union Pacific train crashed 8000-foot Sherman summit Wyoming. Recorder J. Sidebottom and Assessor Eric Endler were at home the summons came. Others who have died due to fire include: Superior Judge B. West. Superior Judge Williams, Tax Collector Lamb, Treasurer Tobie Travers, Coroner Charles D. Brown. Dear Santa Claus: I want a Tony doll. Good Donna Lee Ellis. Dear Santa Claus: I want a U.S.A. holster. a pogo stick. I want a Batt-I want a U.S.A. suit. Johnny Goodell. Dear Santa Claus: Will you bring me an acco for Christmas and I want manent doll. Goodbye, and a cow girl suit. Good bye Mary Herbst. Dear Santa Claus: I want a pogo stick, and and Dr. case and a finger Goodbye. Carol M. Symons. your radio for full coverage of Matthews-Nardico fight over at 7... A shrewd and cruel grabber is the target for the Ranger" in this episode, from KECA at 7. THOUGHT FOR THE DAWIDOW is just like a witch When you get near one—look Copyright, 1901, by Universal and TV Features Syndicate County Comment By GEORGE HART Orange county officials over the years have created a strange casualty record, a grim tradition—they die with their boots on. The unexpected and untimely death of County Assessor Maurice F. Enderle several weeks ago followed a familiar pattern. At least a dozen court house incumbents have died in office within past two or three decades. That omen were shutted out by heart attacks without warning. However, official circles do not regard the record as proof positive that the strain and responsibility of their official duties failed them. While Maurice Enderle had held his office only seven years, his predecessor, James Sleeper, who also died at a heart attack, had been the county assessor for 22 years. Half of the group who died in harness had held their offices for 20 years or longer. The assessor's office happens to be one of the most complex departments in County government, with a tremendous and constant pressure upon its head, so the fact that two successive occupants of that office have gone the same way might be considered more than a coincidence. Joe Armstrong's Open New Sandwich Shop Tomorrow Grand opening of the new Armstrong's Sandwich shop at 1201 Lincoln ave. and Carleton st. in the Five Points district takes place tomorrow, it was announced today by Joe and Esther Armstrong. The new sandwich shop is located on property owned by Charles W. Sellers and Frances K. Sellers, who have owned the land since 1929. It is estimated that the investment in land, building and equipment totals over $25,000. Armstrong's Sandwich shop formerly was located at Center and Palm sts. The Armstrongs have been in the restaurant business in and around Anaheim for the past 23 years. They reside at 505 So. Citron st. The new establishment is one of the most modern in Orange county and affords added seating capacity. The serving window and the back portion of the room are in Holland brick with the upper portion in redwood Canadian stained shingles. The latest type counter of table height and modern booths with tops of formica have been installed. The sandwich shop is air conditioned for the comfort of the customers. The back bar is of formica and wallpaper. Modern rest rooms have been installed. Two sides of the building are in plate glass. The building was designed to make possible the rendering of the best service to the public. Planning of the project has been under way for the past two years, with actual construction work commencing last May. BEST WISHES To Joe and Esther Armstrong PAINTING and PAPERHANGING at ARMSTRONG'S SANDWICH SHOP BEST WISHES To Joe and Esther Armstrong PAINTING and PAPERHANGING at ARMSTRONG'S SANDWICH SHOP by HARRY KINDIG 601 E. North St. Anaheim Phone 3568 Best of Luck to Armstrong's Sandwich Shop and Best Wishes for CONTINUED SUCCESS MOODY ELECTRIC 824 Terway — Anaheim Phone 3852 Congratulations to Joe and Esther Armstrong A. D. PENHALL Congratulations to Joe and Esther Armstrong A. D. PENHALL GENERAL CONTRACTOR Anaheim CONGRATULATIONS, Joe and Esther Armstrong on Your New ARMSTRONG'S SANDWICH SHOP Plastering by L. H. 'Jim' GRIGSBY 518 S. HELENA ST. Anaheim Phone 4424