anaheim-gazette 1953-04-16

COUNTY COMMENT By George E. Hart Since Orange county is still very much an agricultural empire, it should be of interest to find that it is the 10th most dangerous county in the state for farm workers, among all the 58 counties. The statistic is contained in the current report of the state division of labor statistics and research. This bureau, a part of the department of industrial relations, has come up with about every sort of statistic you could imagine with relation to agricultural accidents—type of accident, type of farm, type of tool, implement or other agency; type of working surface, even type of weather. You never knew there were so many ways of getting banged up. You can get hurt by vehicles, farm tools and implements, containers, machinery, ladders, animals, and insects, trees and logs, chemicals, hoisting apparatus and conveyors, solar and other heat flying objects, pressure, wire, pipe, gates and doors, pumps, ditches, poison oak (and how) among other agencies. There were 14,744 disabling accidents in California agriculture during 1951, and 573 of them occurred in Orange county. Working surfaces accounted for the largest group of them, 2277. Vehicles were the next most frequent agency, 1785. Next greatest source was the hand tool, 1616. Containers figured in 1426, ladders 1423, animals and insects 957, machinery 876, trees, logs and lumber 869, chemicals (including poison oak) 788, hoists, conveyors and elevators 120, weather conditions 84, all other agencies 2189. The largest group of Orange county's 573 mishaps, naturally, took place in orchards, the total ever, that is not true of the state generally. There are five counties of larger population than Orange with fewer accidents, and five counties of smaller population than Orange, which have more accidents. Tulare county, for instance, with considerable less population than Orange, had the most disabling accidents in the state, 1128, even topping metropolitan Los Angeles county, which was second with 1079. Fresno county being third with 1052. But populous Alameda county had only 157 disabling accidents on farms, and San Diego county was below Orange with 447. So was San Bernardino county, with 420. It was less surprising that San Francisco county had only 23 farm accidents, since San Francisco county is San Francisco city—hardly any farming. Sacramento county had only 249. On the other hand, Riverside, Ventura, Merced, Stanislaus and Tulare county, all with smaller populations, were above Orange county in total accidents. Riverside county had 705 to Orange's 573. Rites Held for Herman C. Fass Herman C. Fass, 75, a native of Germany who came to California 48 years ago and who has lived in the Anaheim area for 17 years, his last residence being 6772 E. Ball rd., died yesterday at a state hospital near San Bernardino after an extended illness. Senator D By SEN. JOHN A. M. Doubtless you have heard recently that the nation of Arthur H. San George McLain for auto to "lobby" were refused senate special committeeing all "advocate" applause of legislation." A stands at present, any Sacramento with the appeal of influencing legislature paid a salary and/or expey whatsoever must no sum of money is in may "lobby" to his hentent, and no one can it. It has been the executive office registering that many individuals in her category insist upon—for the lovelty the amusement of the at home, with we pre-implication that they live into the relative status tie Samish, immune to Lobbyists Useful. This tongue in cheek is far from being just erally. Lobbyists are in with a wealth of inform which legislators may be doing been in many callers themselves, and forience recognize at a perennially bad bill, we saving information they on to the legislator. Mollors of long-standing the dependable lobbyist out number the unreligious Working surfaces accounted for the largest group of them, 2277. Vehicles were the next most frequent agency, 1785. Next greatest source was the hand tool, 1616. Containers figured in 1426, ladders 1423, animals and insects 957, machinery 876, trees, logs and lumber 869, chemicals (including poison oak) 768, hoists, conveyors and elevators 120, weather conditions 84, all other agencies 2189. The largest group of Orange county's 573 mishaps naturally took place in orchards, the total being 356. There were 79 accidents on dairy, livestock, and poultry farms, 77 on farm growing field and general crops, 36 in agricultural services. 14 in nurseries and greenhouses, and 11 on truck farms. Orange county's tenth rank among the counties in number of disabling farm accidents pretty well follows its population rank, which seems reasonable. How- Rites Held for Herman C. Fass Herman C. Fass, 75, a native of Germany who came to California 48 years ago and who has lived in the Anaheim area for 17 years, his last residence being 6772 E. Ball rd., died yesterday at a state hospital near San Bernardino after an extended illness. He is survived by his wife, Martha E. Fass and one niece, Mrs. Judy Huff of Alhambra. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Funeral services were conducted from the Hilfenfeld chapel Saturday. Bishop Gene S. Merkley officiated and burial was made in Loma Vista Memorial park. The Farmer's Corner BY RALPH H. TAYLOR (Executive Secretary, Agricultural Council of California) The Right to Work Since January, our legislators have been getting along like fraternity brothers. But in about three weeks, Assemblyman Harold Levering of Los Angeles, Roscoe Patterson of Tulare, Ralph Cloyd of San Diego, and LeRoy Lyon of Orange are going to give them a jolt. Headed by the redoubtable Levering, this quartet has introduced a constitutional amendment which promises to make the ratters ring. It relates to a man's right to work. Self Reliance In essence, it reads: "Every person has the right to rely on his own efforts to advance the economic welfare of himself and his family. "This right includes the right to refuse to become, or to refuse to remain, a member of a labor organization. "It is unlawful for any employer or any labor organization or their agents to interfere with, restrain or coerce any person in the exercise of that right." There’s more, but that's the essence of it. Unionists And if there is anything certain in this world, it is that the labor unions and those who represent them in the legislature are going to kick like steers when it comes up. In actuality, it is the most im- or any labor organization or their agents to interfere with, restrain or coerce any person in the exercise of that right." There's more, but that's the essence of it. Unionists And if there is anything certain in this world, it is that the labor unions and those who represent them in the legislature are going to kick like steers when it comes up. In actuality, it is the most important bit of legislation to come before the lawmakers in many moons, for in its lies the showdown many of us have been looking for. Either we are going to maintain ourselves as free people or we are going to bow to the unionists and call them boss. "It has become," Levering says, "increasingly evident our people no longer have guaranteed to them the inalienable rights spelled out in our state constitution." "The activity of the union bosses, in their insistence on union and closed shops, have taken from their own members, as well as our people generally, the right of free choice: whether they want to join a union, any union, or no union at all." "By this proposed amendment to our constitution we mean to give the people a chance to speak directly." Help But in order to give this opportunity, the assemblyman must first get his measure approved by the legislature. Once passed there, it will go on the ballot as a referendum for approval by our people and then into our constitution for our protection. The unionists don't want our people to have this opportunity. Therefore, in their efforts to stop it you may expect the concerted Senator Discusses Lobbies By SEN. JOHN A. MURDY Doubtless you have read or heard recently that the application of Arthur H. Samish and George McLain for authorization to "lobby" were refused by the senate special committee reviewing all "advocate" applications. "Legislative" or "representative" are the high-falutin' terms for lobbyists. The government code of California defines lobbyists as "Persons appearing for or against matters of legislation." As the law stands at present, any person in Sacramento with the avowed purpose of influencing legislation, and paid a salary and/or expense honey whatsoever, must register. If no sum of money is involved, he may "lobby" to his heart's content, and no one can stop him. It has been the experience of the office registering lobbyists that many individuals in the latter category insist upon registering — for the novelty of it, or the amusement of their friends at home, with, we presume, the implication that they have come into the relative status of an Artie Samish, immune to penalty. Lobbyists Useful This tongue in cheek "stigma" is far from being justified, generally. Lobbyists are in fact those with a wealth of information upon which legislators may draw, having been, in many cases, legislators themselves, and from experience recognize at a glance a perennially bad bill, which time-saving information they can pass on to the legislator. Many legislators of long-standing say that the dependable lobbyists so far out number the unreliable or out-of-the-sync special committees of the two legislative houses shall take action to determine if the applicant is of good moral character. Their procedure is the outcome of deliberations, and the information received through this means is kept confidential. The lobbyist is required to fill out a form, under oath, answering two extra questions, "Have you ever been convicted of an offense other than a traffic violation?" and "Have you engaged in any conduct which could be considered a violation of section 9910 of the government code?" Lobby Fees High As to salaries or other reimbursement, the highest rate paid a single lobbyist is $8500, plus expenses, for this legislative period; only, for business which will consume not to exceed 12 hours, all told. The lobbyist paid the highest salary—$4200 per month the year round, plus expenses—devotes full time to five companies. There are 15 bills pending at present to clarify the lobbyist law, to bring it into conformity with federal law, and to eliminate the necessity of having each from notarized, but to sign, under oath. These bills will make the law more practical. It is regrettable that there are and can be no real teeth in this law. In its true spirit it cannot be enforced. It was enacted to do away with bribery of legislators, but what man, conniving to violate the law, will call attention to expense account money improperly used. The teachers' association, combined with the PTA is consideredtha the special committees of the two legislative houses shall take action to determine if the applicant is of good moral character. Their procedure is the outcome of deliberations, and the information received through this means is kept confidential. The lobbyist is required to fill out a form, under oath, answering two extra questions, "Have you ever been convicted of an offense other than a traffic violation?" and "Have you engaged in any conduct which could be considered a violation of section 9910 of the government code?" Lobby Fees High As to salaries or other reimbursement, the highest rate paid a single lobbyist is $8500, plus expenses, for this legislative period; only, for business which will consume not to exceed 12 hours, all told. The lobbyist paid the highest salary—$4200 per month the year round, plus expenses—devotes full time to five companies. There are 15 bills pending at present to clarify the lobbyist law, to bring it into conformity with federal law, and to eliminate the necessity of having each from notarized, but to sign, under oath. These bills will make the law more practical. It is regrettable that there are and can be no real teeth in this law. In its true spirit it cannot be enforced. It was enacted to do away with bribery of legislators, but what man, conniving to violate the law, will call attention to expense account money improperly used. The teachers' association, combined with the PTA is consideredtha the special committees of the two legislative houses shall take action to determine if the applicant is of good moral character. Their procedure is the outcome of deliberations, and the information received through this means is kept confidential. The lobbyist is required to fill out a form, under oath, answering two extra questions, "Have you ever been convicted of an offense other than a traffic violation?" and "Have you engaged in any conduct which could be considered a violation of section 9910 of the government code?" Washington Reports By Congressman JAMES B. UTT Last week was Easter recess for the lower house representatives) so there was not much happening. The senate droned on in monotonous debate on the tide lands bill. I sat in the senate for several hours listening to the arguments of Senator Price Daniel of Texas and Senator Holland of Florida, two ardent supporters of the measure. Senator Kuchel of California argued in favor of the bill, with Senators Humphrey of Minnesota and Douglas of Illinois opposing its passage. This debate will last for another week-before a vote will be taken. I predict its passage by close to a 3 to 1 vote. Bricker Amendment I am disturbed over the hearings in the senate judiciary committee on the proposed Bricker amendment SJ-1, which has for its purpose the limitation of executive agreements with foreign governments and a provision that the constitution shall be the highest law of the land, rather than treaties which might be in conflict. Spokesmen for the administration, Secretary Dulles and Attorney General Brownell are opposing it on the ground that it may hinder the president in dealing with foreign affairs. In the past, these very spokesmen pointed with great alarm at the danger of "treaty law." I believe that treaty law is as dangerous now as it was then, and might quickly lead to un-American implementation of the United Nations charter. Dr. Clarence Manion, former tee is having hearing on all of the reciprocal trade administration without modifying it. I believe the act will correct amendments to protect farmers, manufacturers and ducers from important ucts produced behind labor curtain. I do not believe that maintain our high level living without the prizes estimated that for dollars worth of impure men are thrown outment. I know that many people live in free trade,best just as reasonable all restrictions upon living in a million or so coolies to work for a day as it is to permit ucts of their labor to enter into the country with intention. On the other hand that we cannot let labor monopolies constrain their products out of hand and then demand a b job protect them in their The shining example in coal industry. Today, under the la John L. Lewis, whose This tongue in cheek "stigma" is far from being justified, generally. Lobbyists are in fact those with a wealth of information upon which legislators may draw, having been, in many cases, legislators themselves, and from experience recognize at a glance a perennially bad bill, which time-saving information they can pass on to the legislator. Many legislators of long-standing say that the dependable lobbyists so far out number the unreliable or outright dishonest ones that the latter class is quite negligible. Lobist fool senator once, shame on lobbyist. Lobist fool senator twice, shame on senator! At present there are 303 lobbyists registered and in good standing, in California. Under oath each lobbyist must state the name and address of the person by whom he is employed, names of those in whose interest he appears or works, duration of such employment, how much is paid and is to receive, by whom he is paid or to be paid, and what expenses are to be included. This information is signed in the presence of a notary. Monthly Reports The notarized monthly report requires that the lobbyists show the name of the person by whom he is employed, the address of his employer, and the period covered by the report. This report shows all money received during the preceding calendar month, detailed account of each expenditure as to whom money was paid and for what purpose, and even the names of all newspapers or other publications in which he has caused to be published any articles or editorials, and, lately, the proposed legislation he is employed to support or oppose. In addition, the law requires notarized, but to sign, under oath. These bills will make the law more practical. It is regrettable that there are and can be no real teeth in this law. In its true spirit it cannot be enforced. It was enacted to do away with bribery of legislators, but what man, conniving to violate the law, will call attention to expense account money improperly used. The teachers' association, combined with the PTA is considered by far the most powerful lobby in the state of California. GOES TO MALTA Commander Richard Melrose who has been stationed for the past two years in Naval Operations in the Pentagon in Washington, D.C., has recently been ordered to the Island of Malta. Richard is the nephew of Miss Winifred Melrose and Mrs. Fred Backs. Dr. Clarence Manion, former dean of law at Notre Dame, gave an eloquent appeal for its passage, stating that we are facing the most serious crisis since the civil war, and that failure to pass this resolution may destroy our constitution form of government. I predict its passage, both by the judiciary committee and the senate. Theater Tax The ways and means commit- COME IN AND S NEW '53 DUAL-STR BIGGER! ROOMIER! There’s plenty of room for everybody in the 1953 Pontiac’s new longer, loveller, roomier bodies with two inches more leg room in the rear, one inch in front. Come in and see the new 1953 Dual-Streak Pontiac...loveller than ever, more comfortable than ever! NEW POWER ST Parking’s a snap...those toughest to straighten out...and drive even more fun—especially for family. Come on in and try Power contribution to effortless driving. NEW LONGER WHEELBASE! You’re going to love the “feel” of the new Pontiac’s side with new 123 inch wheelbase. Pontiac handles better—hugs the road better. Come on in and see for yourself. Drive the great new 1963 Dual-Streak Pontiac soon! DOLLAR FOR D CASEY-BECKHAM 530 S. Los Angeles St., Anaheim—Phone 4012 "A GOOD DEAL AND On Reports by JAMES B. UTT tee is having hearings this week on a measure to remove the excise tax on theater tickets. Thousands of picture houses in the United States have been forced to close, because of competition with TV and it is hoped that the removal of the tax will allow them to keep their doors open. The following week we will start hearings on the extension of the reciprocal trade act. The admistration has requested an extension without modification, but I believe the act will contain many amendments to protect American farmers; manufacturers and producers from importation of products produced behind the cheap labor curtain. I do not believe that we can maintain our high standard of living without the protection. It is estimated that for every billion dollars worth of imports, 150,000 men are thrown out of employment. I know that many people believe in free trade, but to me it is just as reasonable to remove all restrictions upon immigration; bring in a million or two Chinese coolies to work for a few cents a day, as it is to permit the products of their labor to be brought into the country without restriction. On the other hand, I realize that we cannot let business or labor monopolies conspire to price their products out of the market and then demand a high tariff to protect them in their conspiracy. The shining example of this is in the coal industry. Today, under the leadership of John L. Lewis, whose exorbitant mit it this time. The new administration has been in office for less than three months, and only 300 of approximately 900 key policy making jobs have been filled. This government was traveling at a high rate of speed in a questionable direction. If the direction is to be reversed, it must first be brought under control. 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