anaheim-gazette 1951-12-06

8 Anaheim Gazette THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6, 1951 ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA PUBLISHED afternoons, Monday through Friday, at 259 East Center, Anaheim, California. Phone Anaheim 2206. Entered as second-class matter at the Anaheim, California, Postoffice on June 5, 1869, under the Act of March 3, 1879. The Gazette is a member of the Associated Press, the National Editorial Association, and California Newspaper Publishers Association. All rights herein are reserved. Subscriptions: $0c per month by carrier or $5 per year by carrier or mail. MEMBER OF THE ASSOCIATED PRESS—The Associated Press is entitled exclusively to the use for republication of all the local news printed in this newspaper as well as all A.P. news dispatches. THEODORE B. KUCHEL Publisher MAX BESLER Assistant Publisher LEONARD KREIDT City Editor STANLEY JONES Sports Editor NEIL STANLEY Advertising Manager G. E. MELLEN Advertising Manager BALPH ROULAND Classified Advertising Manager DON TOUNG Circulation Manager Schools need money... On Tuesday, December 11, voters in the Anaheim City School district will go to the polls to vote on a proposition which calls for an increase of 25 cents per $100 assessed valuation in the tax rate for the schools. Following are some questions and answers which have been prepared by the school district in explaining its position on the proposed rate increase: What is the current Tax Limit for Elementary Schools? For elementary schools throughout the state maintaining kindergarten the limit is fixed at 90c per $100 of assessed valuation. This limit may be increased by a majority vote of qualified electors of the school district. What is Proposed at this Special Finance. 3. It is the board's desire to continue to maintain a well-balanced and adequate educational service in the Anaheim City School district, and to be prepared to meet the ever expanding growth. 4. The present maximum tax rate of 90 cents having been fixed during the depression in the early 30's when the value of the dollar was practically at par is confronted now with the problem of financing a comparable educational program when the present value of the dollar is less than 57 cents. This gives the present 50 cent tax rate a value of only 51 cents. 5. We need to complete our plant at the Lincoln school by WASHINGTON—The taken an unusual stammering the air warfare while ting more and more into Korea. It has turned down quest from General Otto Air Force commander in East, that Navy jets help Air Force in combating MIGS. With increasing strength in the air, and Air Force sometimes be numbered in battling MIGS, General Weyland ed help from the Navy's based jet fighters. However, despite that there is supposed armed services unification Navy refused. Official was that Navy carrier outside the fighting range. Air Force officers po however, that the Navy fly its fighter planes as far as the Yalu river where weren't many MIGS in so presumably it could again. They also feel one branch of the service fuse to help another br wartime—especially when outnumbered — is anyth unification. In fact, the words far less refined. Air force pilots who so go into battle against communist odds believe they is trying to hide the fact jets are inferior to the Since the Navy special fighters, and not long ago IN THE DAYS OF LONG AGO From the Files of Anaheim Gazette By MRS. HENRY KUCHEL 75 Years Ago December 1876 A heavy wind, one of the real and has stepped around the track in 2:06, going half in 1:03, Hahn says he once beat Willits, driving Silkwood, the half mile, one branch of the service fuse to help another brantime—especially when outnumbered — is anything unification. In fact, the words far less refined. Air force pilots who so go into battle against communist odds believe this is trying to hide the fact jets are inferior to the Since the Navy special fighters, and not long ago the best jet fighter in the world, this is a bitter swallow. Navy pilots today are the best in the world, but easily planes haven't kept either the Air Force or the As a result only two MIG been shot down by the Naming the Korean war. Cagged by a Navy Panther some time ago, the other Navy pilot who however, Air Force Sabre jet. Debate Over McGrath President Truman's advice split down the seam on move to oust Attorney Howard McGrath and nailing Sen. Estes Kefau clean up the Justice Department. This proposal was backstage by Averell Han who has been speaking out of Washington and how deeply the corruption is hurting; also by usualities White House Charlie Morphy, and staff members. Their argument with the dent is: "The investigation not going to stop with Revenue and RFC, but into alien property cur surplus property, and possibly federal judiciary right up supreme court. The American ple won't be satisfied until administration cleans houseily and dramatically. A way to regain public confidence is to name Senator Kefau Attorney General, giving complete authority to pro no matter who is hurt." Mr. Trimma seems to ill idea and has been saying vaturly: "We always been to my friends. But they have been fair to me." On the other side, a IN THE DAYS OF LONG AGO From the Files of Anaheim Gazette By MRS. HENRY KUCHEL 75 Years Ago December 1876 A heavy wind, one of the real old fashioned Santa Ana winds, commenced blowing about 10 o'clock on Tuesday evening. It started the wind-mills at a lively rate, banged the shutters and made the dry house timbers creak. Yesterday morning it was blowing great guns and the dust of our excellent streets was blowing in every direction. "There is never an ill wind without a corresponding amount of good," says an old proverb and old Californians say that such winds bring heavy rain. The prospect of our getting it are quite flattering. Mr. Frank Mielenz left for San Francisco by steamer yesterday. A convention met at the depot on Wednesday evening and located a town to be called Boogerville. A petition was in circulation yesterday to establish a post office at that point. Mr. Otto Evers is recommended as postmaster. 50 Years Ago December 1901 F. Hahn has been in Pasadena for some weeks engaged in selling thoroughbred horses to wealthy easterners sojourning at that place. Some days ago he sold his horse, Olinda Richmond, to an eastern gentleman for $500. This horse has a record of 2:10%. and has stepped around the track in 2:06, going the half in 1:03, Hahn says he once beat Willits, driving Silkwood, the half mile, and Silkwood was then thought to be a world beater. Olinda Richmond will be shipped to Cleveland in a few days. Attorney Tipton has been appointed a notary public by Governor Gage. 25 Years Ago December 1926 Francis Cuttle delivered a notable address before the California Federation of Women's clubs, southern district, in Fullerton last week. His subject was "Reforestation." He said that virgin timber in the United States will disappear within a period of 40 years unless steps are taken to preserve and restore forests. Also that property of the people is imperiled by the ruthless devastation of our national forests. C.F. Skirvin of Santa Ana has purchased the 14-acre Valencia orange grove from the Frank E. Carney estate. The property is three miles east of Anaheim, on North street and one of the finest groves in that section. About 10 months ago Skirvin made a noteworthy sale of a 20-acre grove in this same district, selling for $110,000 to Mr. Hunt a successful orange grower. WASHINGTON PIPELID William Ritchie, anti-Democratic state committee for Nebraska, is throwing into the ring for Senator Ray next November., roomed with Wherry at the versity of Nebraska, always him, sometimes supported though they belonged to opp parties. The Nebraska House is a first cousin of the late governor of Maryland, Gov. Vaf Peterson's or WASHINGTON—The Navy has taken an unusual stand regarding the air warfare which is getting more and more intense over Korea. It has turned down a request from General Otto Weyland; Air Force commander in the Far East, that Navy jets help out the Air Force in combating Russian MIGS. With increasing communist strength in the air, and with the Air Force sometimes badly outnumbered in battling Russian MIGS, General Weyland requested help from the Navy's carrier-based jet fighters. However, despite the fact that there is supposed to be armed services unification, the Navy refused. Official reason was that Navy carriers were outside the fighting range. Air Force officers point out, however, that the Navy used to fly its fighter planes as far north as the Yalu river when there weren't many MIGS in the area; so presumably it could do so again. They also feel that for one branch of the service to refuse to help another branch in wartime—especially when badly outnumbered — is anything but unification. In fact, they use words far less refined. Air force pilots who sometimes go into battle against superior communist odds believe the Navy is trying to hide the fact that its jets are inferior to the MIGS. Since the Navy specializes in fighters, and not long ago boasts Air force pilots today are among the best in the world, but apparently planes haven't kept up with either the Air Force or the enemy. As a result, only two MIGS have been shot down by the Navy during the Korean war. One was tagged by a Navy Panther jet one time ago, the other by a navy pilot who, however, flew an Air Force Sabre jet. President Truman's advisers are split down the seam on a bold move to oust Attorney General Howard McGrath and name crudging Sen. Estes Kefauver to clean up the Justice Department. This proposal was pushed backstage by Averell Harriman, who has been on speaking trips out of Washington and knows how deeply the corruption issue is hurting; also by usually cautious White House Counsel Charlie Morphy, and younger staff members. Their argument with the president is: "The investigations are not going to stop with Internal Revenue and RFC, but will go into alien property custodian, surplus property, and possibly the federal judiciary right up to the supreme court. The American people won't be satisfied unless the administration cleans house boldly and dramatically. A sure-fire way to regain public confidence is to name Senator Kofauver as attorney General, giving him complete authority to prosecute, so matter who is hurt." Mr. Truman seems to like the idea and has been saying privately: "I've always been loyal to my friends. But they haven't been fair to me." On the other side, a powerful speedy with Gun Was Early Day Officer Dick Barham Disarms Indian Lying in Wait to Kill Him Another of the picturesque characters living here in the early days was Dick Barham, who defeated Dye Davis for city marshal, and as a result of the election, earned the enmity of that gentleman, after the two had been friends for a number of years. Davis held the office for several terms, and was one of the notable peace officers in this part of the state. He was fearless in his pursuit of evil doers, and organized posses, going after two early day desperadoes. Barham was on each occasion a member of the posse. He was handy with firearms and had the reputation of being the speediest man on the trigger in this section. Davis had held the office for several years when, as the Pioneers were about to celebrate the victory of the Prussians over the French in 1870, he stopped the celebration on the street and compelled the Pioneers to move their anvil to adjoining private property. He knocked one of the old-timers unconscious with his cane and declared he would not permit the firing of amvils on the streets of the city. For this he earned the enmity of the Pioneers and, in the succeeding election was defeated for city marshall by Barham. The two met at the Enterprise saloon and Davis, according to by-standers, attempted to draw his ever ready gun, but Barham beat him to it and disarmed him. The latter was a much smaller and older man, but was quick as lightning. It was the first time large quantities of freight were handled, and a force of well-paid officials were employed by the lighter company. One evening a stranger drove up in a buggy and said he had lost his way in the fog. He said he lived in Los Angeles but had become confused in the roads and did not know just where he was. He was invited in and his horse put up for the night in the stable. A little game of poker was in progress, and after the stranger had been given his evening meal, he was asked whether he would take a hand in the game. He said he would have no objection to so doing. The game continued until the small hours of the morning, when it was found the stranger had won every dollar in the house. After an early breakfast he departed on his way taking quite a considerable amount of money with him. It was still quite foggy, but he seemingly had no difficulty in finding his way to his home. It was later learned that the stranger was Lew Pollard, a professional gambler from the El Monte section. He had timed his arrival at the landing on pay day, and carried away with him the month's earnings of a number of clerks and officials, about a thousand dollars in all. Los Angeles was a great gambing center and poker and faro games flourished then night and day. To credit it of the sturdy Pioneers of Anaheim, be it said, none of them ever took kindly to poker. While Hal Boyle NEW YORK — community across America thing particular happen flame to the Christmas. In Manhattan it is erection of a great Norwegian gathered at great expense up with prodigious effect merry little elves of ra. It takes about a week elves to finish hanging on the tree and check ance liability of any farer who might accident circuit his posterity by ing through it. But these are squirreler's problems. The firs big fat green tree on zon means Christmas just to the big city as the bugles in spring. Right now the white hope is riding high on and the electrifies on each other overtime the whole blamed thus It up well before Santa takes the place of Cassidy. Oh, but once that free midtown people let begin to believe in greet good will to man on earth ... and buy-want-and-you-don't - he pay-until-February. It stirs the masses to buying. It does the same classes. The benison mas cheer reaches to all. There is a gladness at most, a high-jump of it But there is also a sad it to many. For some men look daring tall fowers at tha Mr. Truman seems to like the idea and has been saying privately: "We always been loyal to my friends. But they haven't been fair to me." On the other side, a powerful White House Force, Matt Connell, who sits next to the president and makes all his appointments, more than cool. Connellly vigorously defends his fellow Irishman in the Justice Department and has been digging up political links of Mr. Truman to talk up McGrath and talk down his ouster. The decisive factor and still on the fence is the forthright new national Democratic chairman, Frank McKinney. McKinney owes a appointment to Connelly, but greets with Harriman that corruption is the issue and requires old steps by the administration. In a recent talk with President Truman, McKinney told him in effect: "You don't have any obligation to any official who has been indirect or corrupt. They've pulled the rug out from under you." WASHINGTON PIPELINE — William Ritchie, anti-Truman democratic state committeeman, Nebraska, is throwing his hat on the ring for Senator Wherrie, seat next November, Ritchie joined with Wherry at the University of Nebraska, always liked, sometimes supported him—though they belonged to opposite parties. The Nebraska Ritchie first cousin of the late famous governor of Maryland resents v. Val Peterson's onetime statement that all Democratic candidates are communists. Ritchie's forebears came to this country prior to 1743. ... Lucille May Grace, the lady who nobody thought had a chance to become governor of Louisiana, is really stirring up the state. ... Attorney General Howard McGrath, while unhappy over the King income-tax committee, has been cooperating quietly with the income-tax probe of Senator Williams of Delaware. McGrath is even trying to get a job for a Williams man, J. George Stewart. For this he earned the enmity of the Pioneers and, in the succeeding election was defeated for city marshall by Barham. The two met at the Enterprise saloon and Davis, according to by-standers, attempted to draw his ever ready gun, but Barham beat him to it and disarmed him. The latter was a much smaller and older man, but was quick as lightning. It was the first time Davis ever met his match in a gun play and he shortly thereafter moved to Los Angeles, where he was the central figure in another shooting episode. Barham was very well liked by the early day settlers, and it was a common sight to see him marching a man much younger and larger than he to the calaboose. There used to be great games of poker hereabout, and these were participated in by Barham, Davis and others. Large sums of money changed hands, but probably the most interesting poker game ever recorded occurred at Anaheim landing, where quite a business was done by the Lighter company. Ships bringing freight down from the north transferred a portion of their cargo to light- professional gambler from the El Monte section. He had timed his arrival at the landing on pay day, and carried away with him the month's earnings of a number of clerks and officials, about a thousand dollars in all. Los Angeles was a great gambing center and poker and faro games flourished then night and day. To cred it of the sturdy Pioneers of Anaheim, be it said, none of them ever took kindly to poker. While they enjoyed their social games at cards, there was no gambling for money. Barham nad in his employ an Indian by the name of Indian George. He was a handy man about the place, but when drinking, became dangerous. One evening when under the influence of liquor he went to the Barham residence on Broadway between Los Angeles and Lemon streets and said he was going to kill Barham. He took a place behind some shrubbery in the garden and waited for his employer to cross the little foot-bridge across the ditch running in front of the house. Guy Barham, the eldest son of the city marshal, heard the Indian threaten to kill his father, followed him and hid behind a rose bush near by. Soon the footsteps of the old man were heard coming down the road. Barham had turned into Broadway from Center street and was approaching his home, when he reached the foot bridge. Guy sprang up calling to his father to look out for Indian George. The Indian sprang with a curse declaring he would kill Barham, but the old man's gun was in the Indian's face in the flash of a second. The Indian was disarmed and taken to jail. He was penitent the next morning but was given a purse of money and told to begin went to Arizona and killed in an altercation Major Max Strobel died on whither he had gone range for the sale of Island to a British synonym Guy went over to the residence, which was just the corner, and consolede Strobel boys who were at news of their fathers Guy told the Strobel W perhaps if their father gone to London he would been alive and well Years thereafter. Guy went to London on a trip. While in the English tropolis he was seized ness and passed away. D Ham and his family lived helm for many years. Very well liked by the After serving as peace here for a number of years moved to Los Angeles, w afterwards passed away. TV-RADIOLOGIC A 3-Year-Old Audition Finally Comes Through By TOM E. DANSON HOLLYWOOD — Persistence and show business seem to travel together, and a lack of the first usually results in getting the "cold shoulder" from the latter. Ever so often in this tangled struggle called Hollywood, newsmen meet a new and refreshing personality that causes us to sit back and think: "By golly, there are real people as well as make-believe ones in this business!" At least, that's what I thought after spending a couple of interesting and pleasant hours talking with Charleen Hawkes, the young songstress you hear every Sunday night on NBC. Fact is, of late, most of my female interviews have revealed real swell people. Charleen told me that four years ago she left the NBC studios here carrying her heart about where toes normally would be. She had just auditioned before an unsmiling director. It was the big moment she had been waiting for—and she had failed. "I had been out here from Montana only a few weeks," Charleen said, "and I didn't have to be much of an old timer to tell that this director wasn't exactly jubilant about my tryout. He certainly failed to mention any grandiose plans if he had any for build." 8:30 with the California-Stanford game, and at 9:30, the USC Notre Dame fray... Gracie makes her yearly arrangements for a "surprise" party for George during their TV show tonight from KNXT (9) at 9:30... Houston High school boys become all men for a day when "Industry on Parade" is Viewed over KNBH (4) at 8:41... The entertaining story of the hot and cold romances of two weather forecasters will be told on the Herb Shriner show over KECA (7) at 9. DIAL-LITES ... An unusual game of chess during "Murder by Experts" is aired over KHJ at 7 with the stakes set very high... A pseudo-racetrack gambler's racket of depositing large sums of money with a hotel clerk with robbery resulting in told on "FBI in Peace and War" over KNX at 8... Father (Robert Young) decides to clean out the attic and finish it off as a bedroom during his show tonight over KFI at 8:30... The second of KECA's public interest broadcasts, "Strengthening America" will be aired tonight at 9:30. THOUGHT FOR THE DAY... To become skiers lots of people Hal Boyle NEW YORK — In every community across America something particular happens to put a flame to the Christmas spirit. In Manhattan it is the annual erection of a great Norway spruce gathered at great expense and put up with prodigious effort by the merry little elves of radio city. It takes about a week for the elves to finish hanging the lights on the tree and check the insurance liability of any late wayfarer who might accidentally short circuit his posterity by wandering through it. But these are squire Rockefeller's problems. The first view of his big fat green tree on the horizon means Christmas just as much to the big city as the first robin bugles in spring. Right now the white star of hope is riding high on the tree and the electricians are betting each other overtime pay that the whole blamed thing will be lit up well before Santa Claus takes the place of Hogwling Candyd. Oh, but once that free shows up the midtown people let go. They begin to believe in green boughs good will to man peace on earth and buy what you want-and you don't have to pay-until-February. It stirs the masses to vying and buying. It does the same thing to the classes. The benison of Christmas cheer reaches to all. There is a gladness about it to most, a high-jump of the spirit. But there is also a sadness about it to many. For some men look down from their tall fowers at the Christmas about where toes normally would be. She had just auditioned before an unsmiling director. It was the big moment she had been waiting for—and she had failed. "I had been out here from Montana only a few weeks." Charleen said, "and I didn't have to be much of an old timer to tell that this director wasn't exactly jubilant about my tryout. He certainly failed to mention any grandiose plans, if he had any, for building a new network show as a result of my audition. "When I left the studio, he eased me off with that old tagline: 'Don't call us; we'll call you when we can use you.'" Three years later NBC did call. They wanted Charleen to fill a spot on a once-weekly TV musical show. Don't misunderstand. Charleen had not depended on that first audition. Instead, she found herself a job as a secretary at a Los Angeles hospital and then went to one of America's foremost singers—John Charles Thomas—asking him for voice instruction. Under Thomas' tutoring, Charleen learned the best the master could offer, and three years later, returned to NBC for another audition. This time with a nice contract and her own show as a result. DOWN TV-RADIO ROW ... Bob Meyer of KNXT's "New Yorkers" has been forced into trading his little convertible in for a big station wagon. "With string bass, three children, a collie and cymbals," said Bob, "something had to go." We notice he didn't mention Mrs. Meyer. Maybe she had already gone-by foot... Comedian Pat Patrick is finding TV "tiring" with all of these long rehearsals. He recently had two bits on a show. One as an Indian who said "How" and as a bartender who said "Howdy." TELE-TIPS ... Price stabilization problem will be presented in a special public service program over KLAC (13) at 8... Football highlight will be shown over KTTV (11) at clerk with robbery resulting is told on "TBI in Peace and War" over KNX at 8... Father (Robert Young) decides to clean out the attic and finish it off as a bedroom during his show tonight over KFI at 8:30... The second of KECA's public interest broadcasts, "Strengthening America" will be alred tonight at 9:30. THOUGHT FOR THE DAY ... To become skiers, lots of people jump at the chance. Copyright, 1951, by Universal Radio and TV Features Syndicate. Dear Santa Dear Santa Claus: I want a bicycle. May I have all army suit. I want a BB-gun. Thank you. Fred Staewe. Dear Santa Claus: I want a cow Boy suit and pony and a Blake board and Bike and Boots. Good bye Dears. Donald Fischbeck. Dear Santa Claus: I want a bicycle Please. I want a doll Please. Good bye. Betty White. Dear Santa Claus: I want a doll with real hair and Black patent Shoes. Good bye Dear Santa Claus. Julia Williamson. Dear Santa Claus: I want a wet baby, and a suitcase and a bicycle. Good bye. Love, Mary Ann O'Kane. Dear Santa Claus: I want a walking talking doll and Thank you Santa Claus. Good bye. Lynda Mae Forest. Dear Santa Claus: I want a bicycle and a walking talking doll. I want new some new shoes, and I want finger paint. Good bye Santa Claus: Mardi Wichelmann. Dear Santa Claus: I want a Pogo Stick Please, cowgirl boots. Good bye! Linda Burdnick. on earth . . . and buy-what-you-want-and-you-don't - have - to-pay-until-February. It stirs the masses to wying and buying. It does the same thing to the classes. The benison of Christmas cheer reaches to all. There is a gladness about it to most, a high-jump of the spirit. But there is also a sadness about it to many. For some men look down from their tall towers at the Christmas tree. And it reminds them they have to start planning for the next year. "I guess we'd better make Frommis McJammas a vice-president," muses a man looking down on the tree. "And that means we'll have to retire old Jeb O'Steady. Hell, business is business—and you can't please money and told to begone. He went to Arizona and was soon killed in an altercation. When Major Max Stroble died in London whither he had gone to arrange for the sale of Catalina Island to a British syndicate, Guy went over to the Strobel residence, which was just around the corner, and consoled with the Strobel boys who were in tears at news of their father's death. Guy told the Strobel boys that perhaps if their father had not gone to London he would have been alive and well at home. Years thereafter, Guy himself went to London on a business trip. While in the English metropolis he was seized with illness and passed away. Dick Barham and his family lived in Anaheim for many years. He was very well liked by the Pioneers. After serving as peace officer here for a number of years he moved to Los Angeles, where he afterwards passed away. TELE-TIPS ... Price stabilization problem will be presented in a special public service program over KLAC (13) at 8 ... Football highlight will be shown over ETTV (11) at everybody." He feels bad about it, but that's the way it has to be. He has to do his job as he sees it. Moodily he watches the Christmas tree going up—and he wonders if someday it will signal his own farewell. There has to be a signal for the end of one year and the birth of a new year coming up. It is better that this signal be the raising of a tree than the lowering of a tree. But every year when they raise the Rockefeller tree in Radio City I wish it could be postponed for another day... a week... a month. It is lovely to see, a shining thing of green and lights against the stark white concrete jungle of Manhattan. But I always think of those who look out and admire its splendor... and then are called in and fold their day in ever. They go out and look at the tree again. It is just as fair as before. They can see the twinkle of its Christmas promise—but for them there is no new year glitter of hope among its branches. They go out and look at the skyscrapers and walk beneath the singing boughs of the tree and go to their homes. And when another great tree is raised next Christmas, they do not pass that way again or see it. Dear Santa Claus: I want a bicycle and a walking talking doll. I want new some new shoes, and I want finger paint. Good bye Santa Claus: Mardi Wichelmann. Dear Santa Claus: I want a Pogo Stick Please, cowgirl boots. Good bye! Linda Burdnick. Dear Santa Claus: I want a doll, will you Please givt me a Pogo stick? I like you Santa Claus. I want a finger paint. Patricia Smith. Dear Santa Claus: I want a bicycle and I want a walking talking doll too, and bring me a finger paints. Love, Carole Starr. Dear Santa Claus: I want a Electric train Please. Denny Webb. Dear Santa Claus: I want a bike, Good bye. Carol Ann Lawler. Dear Santa Claus: I want a bicycle, I want a Electric Train, farm set, army holster. Lone Ranger rifle that Dr. set. Good bye. Kolten Key. Dear Santa Claus: I want a Electric Train and a farm set Please Good bye. Mike Russell. Dear Santa Claus: I wait a Battleship ship and Please Lone Ranger suit Please and big airplane, bow and arrow. I wait a BB gun rifle. Manuel Transect.