anaheim-gazette 1952-03-24

Anaheim Gazette MONDAY, MARCH 24, 1952 ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA Should state taxes be clipped...? As California's lawmakers move into the last week of the 1952 budget session, the big issue still before them is whether or not to remove part of the tax load on the citizens of the state, an issue now, which must be solved by the state senate. And despite the fact that sentiment for a tax cut picked up last week, spurred on, of course, by lobbyists working on behalf of California's business interests, and despite the fact that the assembly adopted the tax cut measure by a vote of 56 to 20, two votes more than the 34 required for a two-thirds majority, it still is the accepted opinion that the Senate won't pass the bill. And this was strengthened when the Senate Revenue and Taxation committee decided to consider no tax cuts until the budget was passed, a move which will delay consideration of the Assembly measure. ical considerations are given their votes on bills of this nature, the fact still remains that only half the 40 senators must run for re-election this year, while every assemblyman who contemplates returning to Sacramento must be re-elected, and tax reduction advocacy is a strong campaign argument. There appear to be some arguments on both sides of the question, which means something in the neighborhood of $109 million, or a little over 10 per cent of the total budget, which would remain in the hands of the public, banks and corporations next year, rather than be handed over to the state. Proponents of the tax cut point to the growing burden on California residents from the federal government, and the need for cutting taxes at some level to restore even minutely the taxpayer's ability to pay. It is a constitutional requirement that two-thirds of each house must favor bills which change rates of taxation, a requirement that means 27 of the 40 state senators must vote in favor of the tax reduction bill if it is to pass the upper house. This means that only 14 senators can puzzle the tax reduction bill if it reaches the floor. Already, some of the strongest leaders have declared that they will not favor tax reduction, and will string along with Governor Earl Warren in killing the bill, for the governor on many occasions has made known the fact that he is opposed to tax reduction of this session of the legislature. Senator Harold J. Powers, Engleville, president pro-tem of the Senate, has declared against tax reduction, as have Senator George Hatfield, Meredith, and K. P. Hulse, Imperial county, two strong leaders in the upper house. AND ALTHOUGH no legislators admit out loud that pontifical measure by a vote of 58 to 20, two votes more than the 54 required for a two-thirds majority, it still is the accepted opinion that the Senate won't pass the bill. And this was strengthened when the Senate Revenue and Taxation committee decided to consider no tax cuts until the budget was passed, a move which will delay consideration of the Assembly measure. Proponents of the tax cut point to the growing burden on California residents from the federal government, and the need for cutting taxes at some level to restore even minutely the taxpayer's ability to pay. They contend that more money is being taken for state government than is needed immediately and that the public should be given the benefit in the form of lower rates on sales, income, bank, corporation and franchise taxes. In fact, Assemyman Harold Levering' Santa Monica, one of the principal propositions of the cut, holds California for years has taken more out of the pockets of the public than it could spend. On the other hand, those who desire to keep present rates in effect, which include the governor' point to the steady growth of the state, along with which is a growing need for state services in the form of schools, roads and new institutions. The state should, they contend, conserve surplus monies to be used against the day when income will drop, and the golden clog into the treasury will subside. This type of conservation, they say, will assume at least some progress when that time arrives. IN THE DAYS OF LONG AGO From the Files of Anaheim Gazette By MRS. HENRY KUCHEL 75 Years Ago March. 1813 Mr. Spencer cashier of the Commercial bank of Los Angeles, showed us a $30 lump of virgin gold that has a history. Away back in 1849 a young man came to Los Angeles from Texas. He went out prospecting for gold around the Soledad, and a part of his spoils was this nugget. He went back to Texas taking it with him. He married and had children. The other day one of his sons put in an appearance at the Commercial bank from Texas and sold it. Mail Bag To The Editor: I read with interest Rev. Case 75 Years Ago March. 1817 Mr. Spencer cashier of the Commercial bank of Los Angeles, showed us a $80 lump of virgin gold that has a history. Away back in 1849 a young man came to Los Angeles from Texas. He went on prospecting for gold around the Soledad, and a part of his spoils was this nugget. He went back to Texas taking it with him. He married and had children. The other day one of his sons put in an appearance at the Commercial bank from Texas, and sold this curious memento of his father's early California experience. Mr. J. B. Raine of Gospel Swamp informed us yesterday that men are already at work pruning his hop yard. As a general thing pruning does not commence until about the first of April, but the warm weather has had the name effect upon hops as on other kinds of vegetation—it has forced the growth and caused them to bud out prematurely. We beg to acknowledge the courtesy of Mr. Wickes, Town Clerk for the facilities afforded us in obtaining information about the doings of the Town Fathers. 25 Years Ago March. 1927 The Bank of Itlay, Anaheim branch moved Saturday from the old quarters, northeast corner of Center and Los Angeles streets, to its new home, the southeast corner, in the building formerly known as the First National Bank building. This building was purchased by the Bank of Italy some weeks ago. The Bank of Italy is the successor of the Bank of America, also the Golden State National Bank. E. E. Smith who was cashier of the Golden State Bank for many years is manager of this bank. When Wilson flew to Key West last December to discuss the arms program with President Truman, he told the press that arms production "was right up to our own schedules" and increasing at the rate of $1,000,-000,000 a month. But Senator Johnson, chairman of the Senate Preparedness subcommittee, doubted this. He had previously warned that production was lagging, which was one reason Wilson made his hurried trip to Key West. So, following Wilson's statement, Senator Johnson wrote the mobilizer and asking the pointed question: "What are your production schedules?" On Feb. 21, Mobilizer Wilson replied in a brief but revealing letter, Slightly paraphrased, it read: "I presume you are referring to my statement to the press at Key West ... the word 'schedules' was not meant to be taken literally ... as a result, my meaning was misunderstood. I meant to say that the military production is keeping up to my expectations." In this confession, Wilson revealed the amazing fact that he has no military production goals. READING the Lines Properly Steps Drake from Radio By TOM E. DANSON HOLLYWOOD—Here is a real quirk for an actor. Tom well-known in picture work most recently in television, problem with reading lines—a problem that has kept it of radio as a steady job. Stationed for a big radio drama in New York a few ago," Tom said, "and after the script for about half-hour, I couldn't deliver a line. He added, "I felt like going and walking in front of ab!" Of course, is very good atizing, thereby making an excellent actor in stage television work. He has been for 14 of his 32 years appearing in 23 pictures, days (stock company and theaters) and handling cable parts in 17 television shows. Ask what his greatest was, Tom said, "I am ambitious for a good (and maximized good) New York show." It is strictly a dramatic actress a low, rich voice, an angling-on-top crew he cut, very pleasing, healthy smile. Show in New York (he left our interview) to do week series of television where he will work on the roles of Tomorrow," then "Lights Out" or "The CBS and "Suspense" CBS. Probably be 'plugging' away. SHouted "Let's start over again." Amidst applause, Tom agreed and they started the whole scene over again. DOWN TV-RADIO ROW Elizabeth Talbot-Martin who already is established as a nightclub artist has made the TV transition with the greatest of ease... Her last two appearances on the "Tina Ray Hutton All Girl Show," KTLA (5) Tuesday at 9, have afforded a distinct contrast to the usual variety fare... The Junoesque Miss Talbot-Martin has many more tricks up those pretty sleeves and should be in great demand as a single. TELE-TIPS ... "Winter Wonderland," starring Lynn Roberts and Charles Drake, opens the triple feature bill from KLAC (13) at 7... Wild Red Berry tangles with Carlos Guzman as the main wrestling event from KTTV (11) at 8:30... Stage and screen star Miriam Hopkins makes a return appearance on "Lux Video Theater" in the title role of "Julie," KNET (2) at 8:30... Singer Carl Ravarza who is currently appearing at the Coconut Grove will be the "live" guest with Gene Norman on KNBH (4) at 10:30... It's a free-for-all in laughs when Ben Blue and Billy Gilbert get together in their old-time film classic "Wreckety Wrecks" on KECA (7) at 10:45... KTLA (5) brings you information on Anaheim high school's track and field squad, still strong in track but woefully short in field. COLONIST BASEBALL PLAYS HERE TOMORROW Anaheim high school's squad meets Corona tomato Clayes field at 3 p.m. Another pre-season game, the tilt will prob some trial, shifting off Coach John Wallin Probable starters will be catcher; Bishop, 3rd baseman. has a low, rich voice, an long-on-top crew hair cut, very pleasing, healthy smile. now in New York (he left our interview) to do week series of television where he will work on the roles of Tomorrow," then or "Lights Out" or "The for CBS and "Suspense" CBS. probably be "plugging away on Murray show," he said, only I only want to do one week, during my three here, then return to Hollycompete negotiations for future." causing incident happenment when he was appearthe Laguna Beach ComPlayhouse a couple of o. During the play, the manager got off que, and turned out various lights set, the stage manager, and the set, would turn back on. This happened in a row, and by this audience, as well as as in hysteries. At this stage manager stuck out from the wing and DIAL-LITES ... Loretta Young is cast again in the lovable role of the nun in the "Lux Radio Theater" play "Come to the Stable," on KNX at 6 ... "The Graystone Ghost" is the solution to the riddle of a cryptic will when they "Let George Do It" on KHJ at 8 ... Patrice' Munsel and Gordon MacRae co-star in the radio premiere of the musical hit "Kiss Me Kate" this week's operetta on the "Railroad Hour" from KFI at 8:30 ... The documented series "USSR" is repeated in response to public request. Heard Monday through Thursday from KECA each night at 11. Copyright, 1952, by Universal Radio and TV Features Syndicate WASHINGTON MERRY-GO-ROUND INGTON — Defense Charles E. Wilson, the ny in charge of rearming, has written a letter london Johnson of Texas, confidential, giving the admission that he has be for the armament prone equivalent of running without a timetable, ints to the probability president will have to mobilization chief or ms production continue ent bogged-down, helcondition. Wilson flew to Key December to discuss program with President, he told the press He also revealed the basic reason why aluminum is now "running out of our ears," and why there is so much steel on hand that the steel industry privately would just as soon have a strike in order to use up the surplus. In other words new raw-material plants were set up without any coordinated scheduling with military production. Lagging Arms On top of this, the military program is bogged down far worse than the public realizes. To illustrate, here are some shocking facts that the enemy already knows about, but which the American people don't: 1. In Korea today the communist are firing twice as many artillery rounds as we are. Obviously they are well supplied, while our troops have to hold back. In fact, we are so short of role of "Julie," KNET (2) at 8:30 ... Singer Carl Kavaza who is currently appearing at the Coconut Grove will be the "live" guest with Gene Norman on KNBH (4) at 10:30 ... It's a free-for-all in laughs when Ben Blue and Billy Gilbert get together in their old-time film classic "Wreckety Wrecks" on KECA (7) at 10:45 ... KTLA (5) brings you information on "Your State Income Tax" each week at 11. Anahi Track Squad Meets Harbor Team Anaheim high school's track and field squad, still strong in track but woefully short in field, takes on its third Sunset league opponent, the Newport Harbor thinclads, tomorrow afternoon on the Newport oval. The meet opens an active week of track for the Anaheim cindermen, who will also enter the El Monte relays on Friday and the Huntington Beach relays on Saturday. Newport's Sailors, perennial powerhouse in league track until this year, shapes up as a squarerhea Anaheimers might knock over for their first league victory. The Tars, whose 23-straight league dual meet supremacy was snapped as they opened with Fullerton this year, appear strongest in the distance, hurdles and field events. Last Friday the Colonists engaged in a four way meet at Huntington Beach between the Qilers, Orange, and Fullerton. Final scores stood: Fullerton 41, Huntington Beach 37½, Anaheim 25½ and Orange 25. HIGHLIGHTS OF THE meet were the performances of Anaheim's Larry Kirchmann and Orange's Landon Carter. Both clearly in a class by themselves, the two dash men, both finalists in the state 440 competition last year, met only in he 100 yard dash, where Kirchmann shaded Carter by a "small" yard. In the 220 Kirchmann had the track all to himself and ran a .22 flat race, fastest in the southland this season. Coach Sam Keith will entea Kirchmann in his first 440 at El Monte Friday. In the 440 Carter, similarly, had the race to himself, annoying it in 49.6. Anaheim's Ira Webber took second. Another nine mark was made by big Bob Suess of Huntington, defending CIF 880 champions. COLONIST BASEBALL PLAYS HERE TOMORROW Anaheim high school's squad meets Corona tomClayes field at 3 p.m. Another pre-season p game, the tilt will prob- some trial, shifting of Coach John Wallin. Probable starters will be catcher; Bishop, 3rd base field, first base; Lupe e 2nd base; Herbej, short Steinborn, Roberts and e the outfield. Ramella a thorn will probably alter tossing. National Crown at Star In Seattle Tilt SEATTLE (P)—Two vetted two upset-minded teams each from the east and t—collide here tomorrow at the National Collegiate Basketball championship and a berti Olympic games trials. St. John's of Brooklyn, or of mighty Kentucky, noisis Big Ten champion, an in the opening game of the al Collegiate Athletic Assn. (NCAA) semi-finals at the city of Washington pavillion will decide the eastern chiep ship. Kansas, Big Seven title unheralded Santa Clara, winner over UCLA, Pacific champions, and Wyoming, Conference kingpin, will sew western championship in this end game. The two winners will Wednesday night for the rn championship. The finalis earn a berth in the Olympiad trials later this month in City and New-York. Kansas and Santa Clara here last night and scheduled tournament workouts today. Fog at the Seattle-Tacoma national Airport forced a Wilson flew to Key December to discuss program with President, he told the press production "was right own schedules" and at the rate of $1,000-month. Actor Johnson, chairmanate Preparedness sub-doubted this. He had warned that production which was one realmade his hurried trip. So, following Wil-ment, Senator Johnson mobilizer and asking the question: "What are your schedules?" 1. Mobilizer Wilson re-crib but revealing let-paraphrase, it read: We you are referring to put to the press at Key word 'schedules' was to be taken literally built, my meaning was good. I meant to say that production is keep-y expectations." Confession. Wilson re-amazing fact that he early production goals. Or of the Bank of the Golden State bank. E. E. Smith who of the Golden State many years is manager program is bogged down far worse than the public realizes. To illustrate, here are some shocking facts that the enemy already knows about, but which the American people don't: 1. In Korea today the communist are firing twice as many artillery rounds as we are. Obviously they are well supplied, while our troops have to hold back. In fact, we are so short of shells that the Army has given shells priority over anything else. 2. The only jet fighter plane we have equal to the Russian MIG is the F-86 Saberjet. Yet Russia is now producing MIGs at the rate of 3500 a year while we are producing Saberjets at the rate of only 200 a year. In other words, Russia is outproducing us at the rate of 18 to 1. 3. We have sent Europe less than half the military supplies we promised one year ago. NATO was organized on the theory that Europe would supply the men, we would supply the materiel. But though we have supplied men—despite a huge unemployment problem in some parts of Europe—we have fallen down on supplying planes, tanks, weapons. It is our recent about-face and the demand that Europe supply more material that has disrupted European economies and led to the government crisis in France. These are some of the facts that the American public doesn't realize; also why American industry suddenly finds itself with surplus aluminum and some surplus steel at a time when materials were supposed to be tighter than ever. THE 880, four-man relay came as a surprise victory for Anaheim as miler Reed substituted for Aaron Peralta with Webber, Davis and Kirchmann. Kirchmann's anchor lap kick pocketed the victory tor the Colonists. Anaheim's Cee and Bee trackmen also finished third in the meet. Results 100-1. Kirchman (A); 2. Carter (O); 2. Sitton (F); 4. Pullino (F); 10.2. 129-1. Kirchman (A); 2. Bean (HII); 3. Tie between Purry (HB) and Errain (O); 22. 440-1. Carter (O); 2. Weber (A); 2. Standing (O); 4. Horner (A). 294.3. 500-1. Sneas (HB); 2. Barker (F); 2. Standing (O); 4. Horner (A). 294.3. 120 High Hurdles-1 Younger (F); 400-A); 3. Fairborn (O); 4. Williamson (HB). 152. 150 Low Hurdles-1 Younger (F); The two winners will Wednesday night for the race championship. The final earn a berth in the Olympic trials later this month in City and New-York. Kansas and Santa Clara here last night and scheduled tournament workouts today. Fog at the Seattle-Tacoma national Airport forced a plane bringing St. John's airlines here from Chicago to Portland. Ore., for the They are expected here about today. St. John's turned in the ball upset of the year with 57 victory over top-rated tucky in regional playoffs day, Santa Clara provided the end surprise by upending Wing Skyline Conference challenge 56-53. Kansas captured the w regional at Kansas City, def St. Louis 74-55, and Illinois tied Duquesne 74-68. The Kentucky Wildcats ON THE LAM ... with Jim Lamhofer SKIMMING THROUGH Sportsdom ... Cecil Isbell's appointment as backfield coach for the Dallas Rangers makes us wonder if he will get along better with the Ranger players than he did with the Chicago Cardinals last fall, when he was backfield mentor there. Several Card stars declared they would retire before playing under Isbell when it was rumored he would be named the new head coach there. Whether that cost him the job or not is not publicly known, but Joe Kuharich was finally hired. THIS IS THE YEAR Young Paul Pettit either succeeded or falls in pursuit of baseball starrom. Lomita's prep ace was signed by Pittsburgh in early 1950 to the most juicy and most publicized contract for a bonus rookie in baseball history. The terms called for Pettit to do some screen acting under Bing Crosby's supervision, in addition to flinging the horsehide. Thus linking a man to both baseball and the cinema worlds, it was the only kind contract of its kind ever drawn up. So far Pettit has failed dismally to live up to the expectations Pirate scouts and bigwigs envisioned for him. He has bounced from New Orlea... COLONIST BASEBALL TEAM PLAYS HERE TOMORROW Anaheim high school's baseball squad meets Corona tomorrow on Clayes field at 3 p.m. Another pre-season practice game, the tilt will probably see some trial, shifting of players, Coach John Wallin indicates. Probable starters will be: Head, Hatcher; Bishop, 3rd base; Hatfield, first base; Lupe Gonzales, and base; Herbel, shortstop and Steinborn, Roberts and Holve in the outfield. Ramella and Wiehorn will probably alternate at possing. National Cage Crown at Stake In Seattle Tilts SEATTLE (P)—Two veteran and two upset-minded teams — one such from the east and the west collide here tomorrow night for the National Collegiate Basketball championship and a berth in the Olympic games trials. St. John's of Brooklyn, conquered mighty Kentucky, and Illinois, Big Ten champion, are paired the opening game of the Nation-Collegiate Athletic Association NCAA semi-finals at the University of Washington pavillion. They will decide the eastern champion. Kansas, Big Seven titlist, and heralded Santa Clara, surprise inner over UCLA, Pacific Coast campions, and Wyoming, Skyline conference kingpin, will settle the eastern championship in the second game. The two winners will collide Wednesday night for the national championship. The finalists also in a berth in the Olympic games later this month in Kansas City and New York. Kansas and Santa Clara arrived last night and scheduled pre-namment workouts today. Log at the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport forced a special Stars Take to Road After Tilt This Afternoon Major league baseball made its first and final appearance in Anaheim's La Palma park this afternoon as the Hollywood Stars finally played the rained-out game with the Pittsburgh Pirates. The game effectively closed out the local park as a training camp for the Stars, at least most as far as local fans are concerned for the Stars now take to the road for a series of games throughout the Southland before opening their regular 1952 season. Over the weekend, the Hollywood men split a pair of games, dropping one to Seattle at Palm Springs yesterday and winning from the Los Angeles Angels Saturday at Glendale. AT THE DESERT resort the Twinks bowed to the Rainiers, 7-2, before the seven-hit pitching of Suds hurlers Paul Calvert and Earl Johnson. Only bright spot in the afternoon for the Haneymen was a triple by Tom Saffell, outfielder from Pittsburgh. Rainer Bob Wilson led hitting with two doubles and two runs. Saturday's exhibition saw the Stars ramble over the Angels, 13-9. Hollywood scored seven runs off Bob Spicer in the first two innings to set up the win. Johnny Lindell, Twink pitcher, was credited with the victory. The Star's new shortstop, Dick Cole, and bonus-baby Dutchy Van Burklee led hitting with three hits apiece. Dick Wilson's two run homer was the only four-bagger of the game. Weekend Sports By The Associated Press TRACK NEW YORK—Don Gehrmann won special half-mile in 1:51 and Warren Droutler upset Fred Wilt in the mile in 4:08.2 in Olympic Carnival. BING Crosby's supervision, in addition to flinging the horsehide. Taus linking a man to both baseball and the cinema worlds, it was the only kind contract of its kind ever drawn up. So far Pettit has failed dismally to live up to the expectations Pirate scouts and bigwigs envisioned for him. He has bounced from New Orleans to Indianapolis to Pittsburgh without impressing anyone anyplace. Arm troubles contributed to his failures. Now he has been optioned to Hollywood and is in Anaheim training with Fred Haney's Stars. It is our opinion that if anyone can round Petitist into form good enough to cash in on his heralded potentialities, Haney is the man. But if Pettit fails in baseball, he may stay in Hollywood anyway; but per the terms of his original contract, as a flicker flinger. Since the studios are making a flock of movies these days about Baseball greats, it is probable the producers will use the athlete to enact leading roles as past baseball headliners. Then, when Pettit toes the rubber before the cameras in the world of make-believe, playing Walter Johnson or Lefty Grove or some other hall-of-famer, Petit can justifiably utter those classic words of fact and fiction, "It might have been." THIS PAST WEEKEND can be remembered as the "weekend of the upsets," It produced more startling sports upsets than other weekend in 1952, and by a country mile. Consider these: (1.) St. John's toppies mighty Kentucky, perennial national champions, in the Eastern Regional NCAA playoffs. (2.) Santa Clara smacks down both UCLA and Wyoming to advance into the NCAA finals at Seattle. (3.) Peoria's Caterpillars overhaul Philips 66 Offers, for many years the team people used to Weekend Sports By The Associated Press TRACK NEW YORK—Don Gehrmann won special half-mile in 1:51 and Warren Dreutzler upset Fred Wilt in the mile in 4:08.2 In Olympic Carnival. BILLIARDS SAN FRANCISCO—Willie Hoppe, 64, retained world three-cushion championship with 59-37. 66-lining victory over Kinrey Matsuyama in final game. RACING ALBANY, PA—Big Noise (48.00) won $10,000 Berkeley Handicap. Phil D. (46.90) won $7500 Point Flending Handicap at Golden Gate Fields. GOLF JACKSONVILLE, Fla.—Doug Ford shot two under-par 70 to lead Jacksonville open with 14-hole score of 207. GULFTORT, Miss. Pats Abbott, Memphis, successfully defended his Gulf Coast invitational tournament title with 272 totals for 22 holes. SEBRING, Fla.—Alley Hankin, Columbus, Ohio, beat Eugene Pittman, Washington, one up, in finals of the National Senior Match play championship. BASEBALL CLEVELAND — Steve Sundra, 40, ex-New York Yankee pitcher, died. team in the Associated Press poll, had won the NCAA crown in three of the last four years and were favored to repeat until they met the Redmen from Brooklyn. Santa Clara, which was a surprise at large entry, proved itself the best team in the Far West by following a 63-50 win over UCLA Friday with a 56-53 triumph over Wyoming Saturday. Trailing 24-47 at halftime, the Broncs poured in 25 points in the third quarter and held on until the last whistle. In a consolation game, Oklahoma City defeated UCLA 55-53. Remember Speed Kills! Consider these: (1.) St. John's toppies mighty Kentucky, perennial national champions, in the Eastern Regional NCAA playoffs. (2.) Santa Clara smacks down both UCLA and Wyoming to advance into the NCAA finals at Seattle. (3.) Peoria's Caterpillars overhaul Phillips 66 Offers, for many years the team people used to practically concede the title to, in the National ARU finals. (4.) Warren Druetzler thoroughly whips Fred Wilt in a mile race at Madison Square Garden. (5.) Los Angeles Athletic club trounces soundly-favored Occidental in a dual track meet at Eagle Rock. HIGH SCHOOL GOLFERS SPLIT IN 3-WAY MATCH Coach Dick Glover's Anaheim high school golf team split its three-way league opener with Long Beach Wilson and El Monte last Friday; winning from El Monte 27 to 9 and dropping games to Wilson 36-0. The local divot-diggers will play 14 Southland teams this season. Anaheim scoring: Claussin... won 6 lost 6 Miller... won 3 lost 9 Talbot... won 6 lost 6 Peterson... won 6 lost 6 Enloe... won 6 lost 6 Granere... won 6 lost 6 PALM SPRINGS (T)—Charles Manning of Hermosa Beach drove his Mercury special to victory in the Palm Springs cup race feature of yesterday's sports car meet. He went the 101 mile distance in one hour, 45 minutes and 20.2 seconds.