anaheim-gazette 1953-01-29

End of Secret Meetings by Public Officials Asked SACRAMENTO (CNS) — Despite the thousands of words that have been written during the past year or so on the subject of freedom of information, the many editorials looking askance at public officials who persist in holding secret meetings and the contempt poured forth on those officials who persist in the practice of doing business behind closed doors, there still is no decrease, to the public’s sorrow. For the latest set of city officials to join a long list of police departments, councils and other public bodies which choose to discuss public matters in the inner sanctum is the Alameda city council. As reported by the Alameda Times-Star of Jan. 21, the council requested members of the press to leave an "informal conference" held by the public group an hour or so before the regular session was held. And at the same time, the paper reports the council “to a man says the meeting is not secret and we have nothing to hide.” The practice of holding "informal meetings" before the regular business sessions is one indulged in by quite a few city councils. In some of these "informal get-to-geathers" such as in the city of Sacramento, the press is not barred, but attends with the understanding that what goes on isn’t for publication unless released by the council. An arrangement such as this would automatically put the press in the position of being unable, because of the ethical consideration, to properly report to the people, for a newspaperman who has been given information in confidence generally respects the confidence. Thus, the only apparent solution is for a newspaperman to get up and walk out of a meeting when a group of public officials starts an “off the record” discussion, as this writer did some time ago when informed he could remain in a state assessor’s association meeting, but wasn’t privileged to write what went on. Both Assemblymen Ralph Brown, of Stanislaus county, and Frank Luckel, San Diego, have bills before the legislature designed to curb the tendency of public officials, both elected and appointed, to keep their deliberations away from the public eye. Whether the bills are broad enough, however, to make the “informal conferences” open meetings, is a question, but it is almost a certainty that the Alameda outbreak against a couple of reporters attempting to do their job, will be cited when the bills come before committee for consideration. It is an easy matter to amend bills already introduced to cover situations of this type. Fundamentally, and in all probability unwittingly, the public itself is at fault when cases of secrecy of information come up. The situation stems back to the electorate in that if the public wants free information and wants to know what goes on, LA Diocese Episcopal Church Adds 5 Parisians. LOS ANGELES, Jan. 21 Five new parishes have been added to the Los Angeles diocesan Protestant Episcopal Church its 58th annual convention informed Wednesday. They are St. Francis’ Verdes, St. Anselmo’s at Grove, St. Bartholomew’s Rivera, St. Phillip’s of Grove and St. Ambrose’s on Mont. The diocese was the first for the nation to pay its ducesional headquarters of the George Gibbs, diocesan trumpeted. They exceeded for the current year. Dean Sherman E. John the Church Divinity school Pacific at Berkeley, the one copal theological seminary west, said it needs moreings and more funds to tragy for the rapidly expanding southwestern province church. The day’s business session preceded by a brief sermon the Rt. Rev. Richard Ainsley chhoffer., bishop of Indianapolis. “In our confusion of search for the tangible we forget about the import tangibles,” he told the 500 cal and lay delegates. Rites Set for Mother of Fullerton Mayor Mrs. Mollie L. Warden, 87, died Tuesday morning at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Esther Jennings, 403 W. Commonwealth, in Fullerton. She had lived in this area since 1929 and in Fullerton for the past eight years. Surviving are two sons, Hugh Warden mayor of Fullerton. Rites Set for Mother of Fullerton Mayor Mrs. Mollie L. Warden, 87, died Tuesday morning at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Esther Jennings, 403 W. Commonwealth, in Fullerton. She had lived in this area since 1929 and in Fullerton for the past eight years. Surviving are two sons, Hugh Warden, mayor of Fullerton; Tom, also of Fullerton; three daughters, Mrs. Mary Jones of Oklahoma, Mrs. Roxie Gilmore, Monrovia and Mrs. Jennings. The Rev. R. C. McFadden of the Brea Baptist church will officiate at funeral services conducted in the chapel of the McCormick mortuary, 137 E. Chapman ave., Fullerton, Friday at 11 a.m. Interment will be made in Loma Vista Memorial Park. Phone 4618 ERMISCH "MY CLEANER" Branch: 350 W. Center Plant: 117 W. Oypress Akahtim Fundamentally, and in all probability unwittingly, the public itself is at fault when cases of secrecy of information come up. The situation stems back to the electorate in that if the public wants free information and wants to know what goes on in its governmental operation, which incidentally, it finances, it should elect officials to office whose service is dedicated to free, open and frank discussion of all the problems that affect the public weal. It is only through officials of this type that the ultimate goal of the elimination of secrecy in government will be achieved, for all the laws on the statute books won't correct a situation if the individuals involved persist in attempting to evade those laws, no matter what the penalty may be. Yet the bills proposed by the San Diego and Stanislaus assembly constitute a good start toward this ultimate goal, a beginning which can well reverse an autocratic trend in government supposed to be of by and for the people. BLOCK BUSTERS HOTTER THAN HADES -WATCH- HOTTER THAN HADES -WATCHTHE ANAHEIM GAZETTE THURSDAY—FEBRUARY 5 FOR BLOCK BUSTERS LA Diocese of Episcopal Church Adds 5 Parishes LOS ANGELES, Jan. 28 (AP) — Five new parishes have been added to the Los Angeles diocese of the Protestant Episcopal church, its 58th annual convention was informed Wednesday. They are St. Francis' at Palos Verdes, St. Anselmo's at Garden Grove, St. Bartholomew's at Piccoravera, St. Phillip's of Lemon Grove and St. Ambrose's of Claremont. The diocese was the fourth in the nation to pay its dues to national headquarters of the church, George Gibbs, diocesan treasurer, reported. They exceeded $102,000 for the current year. Dean Sherman E. Johnson of the Church Divinity school of the Pacific at Berkeley, the only Episcopal theological seminary in the rest, said it needs more buildings and more funds to train clergy for the rapidly expanding southwestern province of the church. The day's business sessions were preceded by a brief sermon by the Rt. Rev. Richard Ainslie Kirchhoffer, bishop of Indianapolis. "In our confusion of frantic search for the tangible of life, we forget about the important inquiries," he told the 500 clerical and lay delegates. Reds Charge Japs Rebuilding Navy MOSCOW, Jan. 28 (AP) — Redeict—the Soviet navy newspaper said Wednesday Japan is trying to rebuild a powerful navy. Metropolitan Aqueduct System Closed for Inspection, Repairs LOS ANGELES—For the first time in five years, no Colorado river water is flowing through the 242-mile main aqueduct system of the Metropolitan Water District. The giant water carrier has been shut down, according to an announcement today from Robert B. Diemer, general manager and chief engineer of the District, for the purpose of making minor maintenance repairs and general inspection of the network of pipes, tunnels and canals that cross desert and mountains in bringing water to 47 Southern California cities. Water users were assured that there would be no restriction on water use because of the Aqueduct shutdown. "In anticipation of this operational order Lake Mathews, which is the terminal storage basin at this end of the aqueduct, was filled with water last year to meet all needs of District cities for several months," Diemer said. Skilled crews are working at various points along the aqueduct route between the Iron Mountain pumping station, 70 miles west of the Colorado river, and Hayfield pumping station, near Indo. The 13-mile San Jacinto tunnel west of Palm Springs also is undergoing inspection. In the Hemat-Perris area, two large valve connections are being installed to provide Colorado river water to the Eastern Municipal Water District. Meantime, Diemer said, work is continuing on the $52,000,000 expansion program authorized by the Metropolitan Water District board of directors in order to provide an increased water supply to meet the constantly growing water service requirements of Southern California. Engineering schedules call for resumption of normal aqueduct operations within the next few weeks, Diemer said. Washington Report By Congressman James B. Utt The inauguration is now over, and President Eisenhower is in spite of the fact that there are many empty warehouses in many states including California. At the same time our government is Reds Charge Japs Rebuilding Navy MOSCOW, Jan. 28. (AP) — Red fleet—the Soviet navy newspaper is trying to rebuild a powerful navy. It said the Japanese government recently appropriated 17 billion yen ($47,600,000) for its navy and coast guard and an addition-18 billion yen ($50,000,000) for janes and ships. The newspaper said "U. S. initialists" and the Japanese regime have stepped up plans since the first of this year to bolster the Japanese fleet. Red Fleet said Japan now has 55 ships and is about to receive an additional 68 ships from the United States. The 68 ships Japan is getting under a lend-lease agreement with the U.S. consist of 18 frigates and landing craft. Some of the ships formerly had been loaned to Russia. The 68 ships Japan is getting under a lend-lease agreement with the U.S. consist of 18 frigates and landing craft. Some of the ships formerly had been loaned to Russia. Washington Report By Congressman James B. Utt The inauguration is now over, and President Eisenhower is in office. With him comes the Republican Administration which we have been looking for those past 20 years. I hope that nice weather which was present in Washington for his inauguration portends the period of prosperity which I feel sure will attend the Republican Regime. Anyone who thinks Los Angeles or San Diego traffic is maddening should drive around this place almost any evening or morning and particularly during this past inauguration week. Taxes During my campaign, I made the statement that it was my belief that taxes could be reduced and the budget balanced at the same time. Of course, I was not referring to the Truman Budget of some 77 billion dollars which I shall discuss next week. Whenever a budget cut is advocated you always hear "We can't do it. Seventy per cent is for national defense and foreign aid." My, my, what crimes are committed in the name of national defense. I shall detail one of them for your edification. It is entitled "Coffee Roasting." The military has been engaged in the business of roasting and supplying coffee, not only to the armed forces, but to all post-exchanges throughout the world. For this work, they have several roasting plants scattered around the country, and warehouses are full of green coffee beans. In fact, they have so much in storage that on Jan 6 of this year, they decided to reduce their inventories by 50 million dollars. Last year the military asked for 3 billion dollars for additional storage space, in spite of the fact that there are many empty warehouses in many states including California. At the same time, our government is selling roasted coffee below cost, constituting a food subsidy in violation of law. Costs $100 Million It is estimated that this one operation alone is costing the taxpayer more than a $100,000,000 per year over and above what it would cost to buy this coffee from private producers. And this does not include the loss of taxes from the profits which private producers would have paid to the government. I said this was an estimated loss because the military has no sound cost accounting system, and much of the cost is hidden in general appropriations. For example, a Colonel in charge of overhaul and repair was asked if his salary was included in determining the cost of this operation. His reply was, "No, the Army would have to pay my salary anyway." The present budget has an item of $2,500,000 for equipment to vacuum pack coffee. Private industry is already set up to do this, so why not take the military out of the coffee business, save one or two hundred million dollars a year and get the Admirals, Captains, and Colonels back in the military field for which they have been trained. This is only one facet of military attempts to socialize industry. There are dozens of other such inroads into the field of private enterprise. Each such venture narrows our tax base and increases the burden on the rest of us, while if we let private enterprise do the job, they will do it at a profit, pay their taxes, and we shall not have socialism. In Name of Defense All of this has been done in the name of national defense—when in truth it has contributed to weakening the fabric of our great nation. I have cited but one instance out of a total of more than a hundred where the military has engaged in operations that could have been performed by private enterprise. Multiply the potential savings of this one instance by a hundred and the answer is 10 billion dollars saved—all of which comes out of the national defense budget and results in a stronger, healthier nation. The inauguration brought a large crowd of visitors to the offices of the company for the seven months period ended Dec. 31, 1952, (after making allowance as mentioned above) was $111,000. PROFILES — Mayor Pearson Anaheim's able YMCA director. One of his government throughout the state and bed for Mayor Fletcher; the mayor of Ellay, on state-wide meetings can be proud to have sucute businessman in its seat Tommy Thomason. A able YMCA director. One of his government throughout the state and bed for Mayor Fletcher; the mayor of Ellay, on state-wide meetings can be proud to have sucute businessman in its seat Tommy Thomerson. ANAHEIMERS—Cecilia ton and Cortez Hoskinsan Anaheimers attending Pontege... Jack Dutton is vamping his new place on thorpe at Raymond. He taken quite a landscape has built an avery second Tony Padilla, the hucklewood butcher, says to see a lot of Southern naia by following the trai Harmon Van Arnam has had interesting experience wouldn't want to duplicate of them now that he has an Anaheimer. His GI's Europe with Gen. George armor was interesting as "But once is enough"" win Tyreman isn't particu-ler as far as work is concern rather work with wood work over "sickly" autos. PASSING — LeRoY A Anaheim rancher, is an availerbug. He manages to prizes for his shots... Del, the pilot who establishes endurance record in the Lady," a couple of years after aerial chauffeur flying a company executive between Oregon. "It's safe of travel," the personable p "But, I can tell you that be a party in trying to set any more endurance fliords." His side-kick, Bill is now flying for the Appl promotions... Mrs. Mollis den, 87, mother of Fu mayor, Hugh Warden, other day. She was well in Anaheim, having been Education Fund Slash Denied SACRAMENTO, Jan. 28. (P) Assembly ways and means subcommittee refused Wednesday to do away with the state's part in distributive education—in which students work at downtown stores as well as attend classes. A. Alan Post, legislative auditor, recommended the cut to save $41,012. The state education department has five people to direct and guide the program, carried on principally between the various districts and the employers, who give the students regular pay. Post proposed the cut because the federal government, which has helped finance the program, is gradually reducing its share. HILGENFELD MORTUARY Institutional Courteous Service 120 E. Broadway, Anaheim PHONE 4105 in truth it has contributed to weakening the fabric of our great nation. I have cited but one instance out of a total of more than a hundred where the military has engaged in operations that could have been performed by private enterprise. Multiply the potential savings of this one instance by a hundred and the answer is 10 billion dollars saved, all of which comes out of the national defense budget and results in a stronger, healthier nation. The inauguration brought a large crowd of visitors to the office during the past week, all of whom I was very pleased to see Attorney Paul B. Krusee of Anaheim, Jack Hanna of La Mesa, J. W. Burch and Ray Frantz of La Habra, Frances Luckel Jones of San Diego, Edwin C. Jeffries of Rancho Santa Fe, Mr. and Mrs. Lewis T. Gardiner of Newport Beach, E. Robert Anderson of the Copley Press in San Diego, and Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert Wright of Del Mar were among them, and my old friend Lee Hasenjaeger arrived on business, unfortunately, too late to attend the inauguration. AFTERTHOTS Never until tomorrow what she done today, because tomorrow be today when today is day. Here's a tip for home ators: Arrange your light that it emphasizes the good of your living room and down its bad ones. FREE LECTURE ON CHRISTIAN SCIENCE "THE LOVE AND LOGIC OF CHRISTIAN SCIENCE HEALING" Henry Allen Nichols, C. S., of Los Angeles Member of the Board of Lectureship of The Mother Church, The First Church of Christ, Scientist, in Boston, Massachusetts. SUNDAY AFTERNOON, FEBRUARY 1, 1953 at 3:00 p.m. WOMEN'S CLUBHOUSE Lois and Rose Streets La Habra, California The Public Is Cordially Invited to Attend. Anaheim Gazetteer by JOHN S. NEUBAUER And the night shall be filled with music And the cares, that infest the day, Shall fold their tents like the Arabs, And as silently steal away. —Longfellow. INSPIRATIONAL — As cold waters to a thirsty soul, so is good news from a far country.—Prov. 25:25. INTERESTING — Sgt. Russell Campbell, head of the sheriff's juvenile bureau, reported that 234 juvenile investigations were carried out last month, but only 46 were carried far enough to cause detainment in the juvenile home. This report isn't good news. It reflects on the youth of Orange county. Out of the 46 cases, 40 involved boys who were charged with such crimes as malicious mischief, violation of probation, forgery, auto theft, burglary, assault, possession of alcoholic beverages, petty theft, escape, et cetera. Juvenile delinquency often starts in the home. In fact a half dozen cases investigated provided that the youths be detained for protective custody because of unfit homes. In such cases, the kids didn't get an even break to start with. The sheriff's officer's report is food for thought. PROFILES — Mayor Charlie Pearson. Anaheim's able mayor is always ready and willing to help out in any civic cause. He is well known for his governmental work throughout the state and has subbed for Mayor Fletcher Bowron, the mayor of Fillley, on several his. TERRY BOUNCES BACK — Representative of the many score of Orange county youngsters who were stricken by polio during the epidemic last year is young Terry Luxembourger, son of Orange County Deputy Sheriff Robert Luxembourger. Terry, 5, has fought his way back on the road to recovery and although he attends kindergarten in a wheelchair, he is able to do most of the things other normal youngsters do. March of Dimes Funds Aid Terry Luxembourger Back to Health Five-year-old Terry Luxembourger, son of Orange county kindergarten all summer. He was Deputy Sheriff Robert Luxembourger, fought a tough battle against polio last year and has all but conquered the disease. Miss Lois Olmsted, head county thera- PROFILES — Mayor Charlie Pearson. Anaheim's able mayor is always ready and willing to help out in any civic cause. He is well known for his governmental work throughout the state and has subbed for Mayor Fletcher Bowron, the mayor of Ellay, on several big state-wide meetings. Anaheim can be proud to have such an astute businessman in its service. Tommy Thomason. Anaheim's able YMCA director. Orville is one of the community's youth workers whose uniting efforts are rewarded by the firm foundation Christian training provides for the men of tomorrow. George Tokar. The radio-TV expert. This Anaheimer is one of the pioneer TV technicians. He is in charge of putting numerous programs on the air. The quiet, soft - spoken young man takes great pride in technical perfection, and consequently is going places behind the TV scene. ANAHEIMERS—Cecia Hamilton and Cortez Hoskins are the Anaheimers attending Pomona college. Jack Dutton is still revamping his new place on Orange-thorpe at Raymond. He's undertaken quite a landscaping job and has built an avery second to none. Tony Padilla, the happy-go-lucky wood butcher, says you get to see a lot of Southern California by following the trade Harmon Van Arnam has had a lot of interesting experiences. He wouldn't want to duplicate a lot of them now that he has become an Anaheimer. His GI's tour of Europe with Gen. George Patton's armor was interesting all right "But once is enough". Edwin Tyreman isn't particular. But as far as work is concerned, hed rather work with wood than to work over "sickly" autos. PASSING — LeRoy Aten. The Anaheim rancher, is an avid shutterbug. He manages to pick up prizes for his shots. Dick Riedel, the pilot who established an endurance record in the "Sunkist Lady," a couple of years ago, is an aerial chauffeur flying a lumber company executive between here and Oregon. "It's the safest form of travel," the personable pilot said "But, I can tell you that I won't be a party in trying to break or get any more endurance flight records." His side-kick, Bill Haars, is now flying for the Apple Valley promotions. Mrs. Mollie Warren, 87, mother of Fullerton's mayor, Hugh Warden, died the other day. She was well known in Anaheim, having been a resi- March of Dimes Funds Aid Terry Luxembourger Back to Health Five-year-old Terry Luxembourg, son of Orange county Deputy Sheriff Robert Luxembourg, fought a tough battle against polio last year and has all but conquered the disease, Miss Lois Olmsted, head county therapist declared today. Terry, a bright brown-eyed youngster, was one of 206 in Orange county brought down by poliomyelitis during 1952. Miss Olmsted declared that Terry is representative of the fight an determination most of the youngsters have had to have to get back into the "swig of things" and become normal children once again. Terry's mother said her young- Gen. Collins Praises Calif. National Guard ACRAMENTO (CNS) — The California National Guard has been praised by Gen J Lawton Collins, Army chief of staff, for its active military service following the outbreak of the Korean war. Collins, in a letter to Gov. Earl Warren, wrote: "As we in the Army face the challenges of a new year, I feel that it is particularly appropriate to pay tribute to our splendid National Guard for the very real contribution it has made to the growing security of our nation since the outbreak of communist aggression in Korea. "I want to take this opportunity, especially to express my heartfelt gratitude to the many fine units of the National Guard of California which have been called into active military service since June, 1950. "Their response has been magnificent, and I am confident that when the complete story of their heroic accomplishments is known to all, another brilliant chapter in the history of our National Guard will have been written." Warren said he has transmitted the letter to Major General Earle M Jones, state adjunct general Warren wrote: "I shall appreciate it if you will circulate General Collins message to the officers and men of our Guard and extend to them my congratulations upon earning this duly deserved recognition." Most of the California Guards His happiest day, however, was when he was able to get into his wheelchair and go back to school. Mrs. Luxembourg says that being able to go to kindergarten each day from 8:30 to 11 a.m. and playing with other youngsters has done more good than any other thing. The youngster now is able to get out of his wheelchair and stand before his blackboard and draw just as other boys and girls his age who haven't been stricken with polio. The Luxembourgers, who live at 1224 Rosewood ave., Santa Ana, declare that through the March of Dimes, now in progress throughout the country, has it been possible for Terry to get the care he has had and to be on the road to recovery and normalcy. Famed Composer To Conduct Choir In Fullerton Kenneth Helvey, minister of music for the Fullerton First Methodist church, announced today that Jester Hairston, of Hollywood, will be guest conductor of the church's choirs at a spiritual festival Feb 15, 8 p.m. in the church. Mr Hairston is the Negro composer of "Deep River." Joshua Kulte Battle ob Jerico, and other well-known spirituals. He also is a choral director of note, television performer, and arranger for motion picture musicals. The festival will commemorate the conclusion of World Brotherhood week Proceeds from a free-will offering will be used to purchase endurance record in the "Sunkist Lady," a couple of years ago, is an general chauffeur flying a lumber company executive between here and Oregon. "It's the safest form of travel," the personable pilot said. But, I can tell you that I won't be a party in trying to break or get any more endurance flight records." His side-kick, Bill Hairston, is now flying for the Apple Valley promotions... Mrs. Mollie Warren, 87, mother of Fullerton's mayor, Hugh Warden, died the other day. She was well known on Anaheim, having been a resident here years ago... Alice Kinshaw is one of Anaheim's leading historians. She has combined an account of the founding of the city. AFTERTHOTS Never put off initial tomorrow what should be done today, because tomorrow will be today when today is yesterday. Here's a tip for home decorators: Arrange your lighting so that it emphasizes the good points of your living room and plays down its bad ones. CIENCE CHRISTIAN Angeles hip of The Mother Scientist, in Boss- FRY 1. 1953 attend. GRATEFUL GORILLA GREETS DOCTOR C.N.P.A. NEWS SERVICE Obviously, a gorilla can be grateful! Albert, a denizen of the San Diego Zoo, was one of three valuable baby gorillas whose lives were despaired of when they landed in New York, four years ago, en route to San Diego. Dr. Charles R. Schroeder, of the Animal Industries Section of Lederle Laboratories in Pearl River, N.Y., and one-time veterinarian at the San Diego Zoo, answered an SQS and saved all three gorillas with dosages of auteomycin, the redrowned antibiotic discovered and developed at Lederle. And now, Albert, held by Zoo Psychologist, John Morton Kelly, says thanks to Dr. Schroeder during his recent visit to San Diego.