anaheim-gazette 1956-03-22

Chino Training Program Told to Service Group Training programs for prisoners at the California Institute for Men at Chino, were described by Fred R. Dickson, superintendent of the penal institution, in addressing the annual meeting of Family Service Ass'n of Orange County at Knott's Berry Farm. His subject, "The California Approach to Prisoner Rehabilitation," highlighted the agency's first annual event, at which six directors were elected for three-year terms. Five, who already have served on the board, were Mrs. E. H. Kersten and Joe R. Thompson, Anaheim; Mrs. Robert K. Walker, Newport Beach; Mrs. Lawrence F. Bueheim, San Juan Capistrano, and Mrs. Edward M. Hall, Santa Ana. New member is Mrs. Martin Cohen, Santa Ana. Mrs. Hall and Mrs. Kersten are president and secretary, respectively. Holdover board members are Mrs. T. K. Gowen, Fullerton; Mrs. Hilmer Lodge, Placentia; Mrs. Charren F. Landers, Newport Beach; Mrs. Cunning Butler, Costa Mesa; Mrs. Mildred Donahue, Laguna Beach; Paul K. Doyle, treasurer, Brea; Rev. Eugene Coffin, Garden Grove; Joseph Kroll, Seal Beach; William Kattier, Huntington Beach; Walter Knott, Buena Park; Mrs. Frank Baeskens, Orange; Dr. William K. Friend, vice-president, Santa Ana. CALIFORNIA BANK CAPITAL FUNDS IN EXCESS $50,000,000 California Bank's total capital funds are now in excess of $50,000,000 with the addition of $7,191,000 realized through the sale of 169,200 shares of common stock completed March 15, Frank L. King, president, announced. The shares were offered through rights to stockholders at $42.50 per share. The $2,115,000 par value of the new shares increased capital stock from $14,805,050 to $16,920,050. The remaining $5,076,000 added to surplus, increased that figure to $24,2s6,000. Undivided profits of more than $9,000,000 bring total capital to more than $50,000,000. AUHS GRANTED AWARD OF MERIT FOR YEAR 1954-45 Due to the scholastic achievements of ten former local students, Anaheim Union High school has been granted the University of California Award of Merit for the year 1954-55. Winning the highest distinction in the second division, Anaheim owes its attainment to the following who are students at the University of California at Berkeley, Davis, Los Angeles, Riverside and Santa Barbara: Elizabeth Balmore, Ann Betts, John Koeppen or Union High School last awarded the California Association Certification Award as the most member of the Anah Farmers of America. Presentation was Barney W. Jordan of Anaheim Bank, Anaheim at awards banquet. More Future Farmers, relatives witnessed the monies. The California Bankation award has been primarily throughout nearly thirty years. The winning student in project work, leadership and participation and other activities. "Bankers are well aware Mr. Jordan in making a statement that vocation in agriculture not future farmers but future leaders in civic munity life." The CBA award is by and bears the signature governor and the State tendered of Public Institution well as officials of the members of America and thenia Bankers Association. LUTHERAN HOME EXPANSION PLANS TOLD AT ELECTION Plans for a two-fold expansion project at the Lutheran Home for the Aged at 891 So. Walnut Street, his city, were revealed when the governing association held their annual meeting last Sunday. The first point of business transacted was the re-election of A. J. Schutte of Anaheim as president of the home. W. P. Ruclos of Pasadena was elected vice-president; William Claussen of Anaheim, treasurer; Ed Steinbrink of Anaheim, secretary, and two directors, Clarece Newkirk of Anaheim and Herman Friedrichs of San Gabriel, were re-elected. In the expansion plans proposed, it was revealed the governing board plan to erect a two-story brick building which will house 50 additional guests. The building is to provide homes for elderly people at the present home site. Plans call for the kitchen, dining room and office facilities to be on the ground floor with living quarters on the second floor. The second phase of the building program is the cottage plan, however these plans are still in the formative stage, while plans for the first phase are being started. Small homes, or cottages, will be built. Mrs. T. K Gowen, Fullerton; Mrs. Hilmer Lodge, Placentia; Mrs. Charren F. Landers, Newport Beach; Mrs. Cunning Butler, Costa Mesa; Mrs. Mildred Donahue, Laguna Beach; Paul K. Doyle, treasurer, Brea; Rev. Eugene Coffin, Garden Grove; Joseph Kroll, Seal Beach; William Kattler, Huntington Beach; Walter Knott, Buena Park; Mrs. Frank Baeskens, Orange; Dr. William K. Friend, vice-president, Santa Ana. Superior Judge Franklin G. West of Santa Ana, introduced Superintendent Dickson, also James A. May, new executive director of Family Service Ass'n., who spoke briefly on the exceptional progress the agency has made during its existence of less than a year. Elizabeth Balmore, Ann Betts, Carolina Fechter, Lou Ann Fukuda, Elva Lyn Glenn, Lois Haskins, Doris Holve, Avis Jorgenson, James Lepper and Kathleen Summers. Principal L. Frank Kellogg stated, "We are very proud of the students who have brought this honor to our school. Scholastic achievement and what it represents is one of our major objectives, and it is very gratifying to know that the Anaheim Union High school has been voted highest among California high schools in this most important category of education." Artlip I. Hull, in Business Here Many Years, Passes Thurs. Death claimed Artlip I. "Art" Hull early Thursday morning of last week at Anaheim Community hospital after an extended illness. He was born 70 years ago in Deadwood, So. Dakota and came to California in 1920. Mr. Hull was owner-operator of the Hull Printing Company for more than 20 years and was active in business circles of the city. He was a member of the Elks Lodge of Anaheim No. 1345; a former member of the Lions Club and was president of the Anaheim Park Club. Survivors are his wife, Leonia I. Hull of the home; one daughter, Bonita I. Hull of Anaheim; one sister, Mrs. Roy H. Chaffin of Glendale and one nephew, Artlip Chaffin, also of Glendale. Funeral services were held at Hilgenfeld chapel Saturday at 2 p.m., with interment in Melrose Abbey cemetery. The Ritual of the Elks Lodge was read at the graveside. W. Anaheim M.E. Monday evening Mary Carlton C. Rodee, chair Political Science Department the University of South Georgia, will discushs overlooked aspects of Citizenship. The title is "Citizenship—Not a Sport." During World War II as a public panel memorial War Labor Board. It was a regular participant KFI weekly radio rorout "The American Way," frequently on other television forums, and a frequent speaker at table chairman at the meetings of the Institute of Fairs at Riverside. Dr. Rodee has been hired by service clubs and organizations before which peared. He speaks for with deep conviction, overlooking the humor of the most serious prose spite the depth of his mind and scholarship, his stance and popular. He is doing the preservation and ing of our democratic institutions, and his knowledge undergoingracy among the Americans is one of our most powerful ones of defense. The meeting will be P.M. in the Anaheim School Auditorium, Center Street. There is no sign charge. Come and better citizen. Fuchsia Society AUHS Military Ball Set for April 14 "April in Paris" is the theme that has been chosen for Anaheim Union High School's Military Ball. It will be a formal affair in the study hall on Saturday, April 14, with Major Michael L. Rainey to lead the grand march at 8:45 p.m. A queen will be chosen for the first time from among six girls who are competing. The ball is sponsored by members of the 145th Battallion, California Cadet Corps, and the Colonist Girls' Rifle Club. HONOR SOCIETY OFFICERS Wesley Beach has been re-elected president of the honor Society, AUHS. Vice-president will be Kristina Anderson, Beverly Woodruff will be secretary-treasurer, Joan Light, safety and welfare, and Marlys Stewart, Red Cross representative. W. Anaheim M.E. Church Services In Western Jr. Hi The new West Anaheim Methodist church held its first services on Sunday morning at Western Junior High School. Church services will be held on successive Sunday mornings until a building has been constructed on the church property on Ball Rd., according to the pastor, Rev. David Deshler. A steering committee in charge of arrangements are Mrs. John Persiani, Mrs. Frank Lea, Mrs. Robert Wessling, James Stanford, Paul Ridenour, Glen Bristol and James Weed. Mrs. Persiani has been named superintendent of the church school. Paul Fancher, music department faculty member of Western Junior High, will serve as choir director, and Mrs. Roy Adams is pianist. During the week preceding Easter, the congregation will hold a Palm Sunday Feast, potluck style; Maundy Thursday Communion, and a five day youth work camp to clear debris from the site of the new church building. Under the constitution of the state of Nebraska the state is limited in a debt of $100,000. Fuchsia Society Hear Speaker Tuesday Meet The Orange County Society will meet at the Legion Hall, 936 N. Leo Tuesday evening, March o'clock. Speaker of the meeting will be Lydia Birt of who will discuss, "F Your Garden Today." President of the Inglewood and is in charge of landscory and design at aery at Manhattan Bee. Visitors are welcome to this general meeting William Taylor of Ewanaheim, will preside. Change is planned as prizes and the awarding day plans. Great emphasis is being on the current member Members are urged to guest and a prospective ber. Refreshments will P-TA DISCUSS PROBLEMS "Seven Problems or Citation" was the t March meeting of the eran P-TA. It was parish hall and high movie on the subject.cussion led by a do pastor and teacher John Koeppen Gets FFA Award From Calif. Bank John Koeppen of Anaheim Union High School last night was awarded the California Bankers' Association Certificate of Merit Award as the most outstanding member of the Anaheim Future Farmers of America. Presentation was made by Barney W. Jordan of the California Bank, Anaheim at the annual awards banquet. More than 150 Future Farmers, relatives, and friends witnessed the award ceremonies. The California Bankers Association award has been presented annually throughout the state for nearly thirty years. Selection of the winning student is based on project work, leadership, scholarship and participation in shows and other activities. "Bankers are well aware", said Mr. Jordan in making the presentation "that vocational instruction in agriculture not only builds Future Farmers but also molds future leaders in civic and community life." The CBA award is approved by and bears the signature of the governor and the State Superintendent of Public Instruction as well as officials of the Future Farmers of America and the California Bankers Association. Forum Speaker to EVERETT M. REESE SPONSORED BY BREA KIWANIANS Candidacy of Everett M. Reese of Brea for the office of county supervisor, Third District, was sponsored by his fellow members of the Brea Kiwanis club at their meeting, when every member signed Reese's nomination petition. Reese was named "Man of the Year" by the Brea Kiwanis club in 1954. Paul Harding, secretary of the Kiwanis club, also secretary of the Brea Chamber of Commerce, of which Reese is president, served as verification deputy in circulating the nomination petition. J. G. Neuland, Kiwanis club president, called attention to Reese's candidacy for the board of supervisors, and commended it to Kiwanians and others for their support. Reese expressed appreciation for the support of "the people who know me best." Toastmasters Club 2 Name New President City Planners In Busv Session The regular meeting of the Anaheim City Planning Commission was another busy session last Monday afternoon when they had a number of variance requests to consider. Among the variance requests granted was the Cone Brothers request for a used car lot between Los Angeles and Lemon Streets on West Cypress Street. W. D. Harrington of Los Angeles was granted a variance request to open an automobile business at 815 No. Los Angeles Street, which will be used for the sale and service of cars. Everett M. Faulkner of 901 No. Lemon Street was given approval, subject to the usual ten days for the filing of complaints, to sell shade plants from his patio. The request of Mrs. Mae Neighbors was held over to the next meeting. She had asked for a permit for the operation of a plumbing shop at 1723 W. La Palma street. This step was taken since no one appeared to represent Mrs. Neighbors to explain the exact type of business planned for this location. Plans for another new shopping center was brought to light, the third in four days, when the Orco Commercial Properties requested permission to erect a service station on Winston Road at Los Angeles street, and the use of the adjoining property for a shopping center that will include a restaurant and various shops and stores. STATE INCOMING DEADLINE APPROVED California taxpayers, tice: April 16, the final filing State income tax is looming closer. Robert C. Kirkwood, of the Franchise Tax Day pointed out the advance filing to taxpayer State. "The Board is extending possible cooperation to payer," Kirkwood said. "Good time to obtain help your return. Board audits now in a position to assisters who want help—but of the last minute rush, may not be available as closer to April 16." Who must file State in returns? Says Kirkwood: "Any was single at the end of who had a net income of more, and those married uals who had a combine come of $3,500 or more, 1955 returns." Future Farmers but also molds future leaders in civic and community life. The CBA award is approved by and bears the signature of the governor and the State Superintendent of Public Instruction as well as officials of the Future Farmers of America and the California Bankers Association. Forum Speaker to Base Program on Political Science Monday evening March 26, Dr. Carlton C. Rodee, chairman of the Political Science Department at the University of Southern California, will discuhs certain often overlooked aspects of American Citizenship. The title of his talk is "Citizenship—Not a Spectator Sport." During World War II he served as a public panel member of the War Labor Board. In 1945-46 he was a regular participant on the KFI weekly radio forum program, "The American Way." He appears frequently on other radio and television forums, and has been a frequent speaker and roundtable chairman at the annual meetings of the Institute of World Affairs at Riverside. Dr. Rodee has highly praised by service clubs and other organizations before which he has appeared. He speaks forcefully and with deep conviction, yet without overlooking the humorous aspects of the most serious problems. Despite the depth of his knowledge and scholarship, his style is fresh and popular. He is dedicated to the preservation and strengthening of our democratic ideals and institutions, and his lectures are permeated with the faith that a deeper understanding of democracy among the American people is one of our most powerful weapons of defense. The meeting will begin at 7:30 P.M. in the Anaheim Union High School Auditorium, 811 West Center Street. There is no admission charge. Come and become a better citizen. Fuchsia Society to Reese's candidacy for the board of supervisors, and commended it to Kiwanians and others for their support. Reese expressed appreciation for the support of "the people who know me best." Toastmasters Club 2 Name New President Jack Goodell has been elected president of the Anaheim Toastmasters Club 2 for the next six months and will be assisted by Charley Wetter, administrative vice-president; Paul Baker, educational vice-president; Bob Hensley, treasurer; Ray Heller, secretary; and John Beck, sergeant-at-arms. Formal installation of new officers will be held in early April. Charles Wetter will represent the club at the area speak-off at Greenbrier Inn, Garden Grove, on Saturday. Philharmonic Youth Series Concert Apr. 21 April 21 has been set aside as the date for the Orange County Philharmonic Society's second pair of concerts in its "Symphonies for Youth" series, it was announced to a county-wide gathering of interested persons at the society's regular monthly breakfast meeting held last Wednesday. Once again the Society will present twin concerts, morning and afternoon, to make the identical program more easily available to youngsters in all parts of the county. The Orange Coast College Auditorium at Costa Mesa will be the morning location while the afternoon program will be presented in Anaheim at the High School Auditorium. Next performance in the adult concert series is scheduled to be presented on a Sunday evening late in April at the Fullerton High School Auditorium. Among those attending were Miss Martha Mettler and Mrs. E. L. Kearn of Anaheim. Bessie Beam, 100 Years Old, Passes Mrs. Bessie Beam, who was born in England 100 years ago, passed away at the Orange County General hospital following a prolonged illness. She came to America in 1884 and has resided in southern California for more than 60 years. Before going to the General hospital, her home was at 856 So, Walnut street, this city. Survivors are one son, Alfred W. Stock of Anaheim; two nieces, Mrs. Grace Hunt of Fullerton and Mrs. Blanche McClellan of Balboa Cove; one nephew, Albert Sparks of Newport Beach, one granddaughter, Genevieve Cowling of Chico, and two great granddaughters. Funeral services were held Monday morning at 10 o'clock from Hilgenfeld mortuary chapel. Creation followed. Mrs. Anna C. O'Assistant Librarian Many Years, PhD Mrs. Anna C. Camp, years assistant librarian in this city, pass Thursday at the home daughter, Mrs. Catherine in Ventura. She had been her home there for three years. Mrs. Camp was well liked her work at the library. In addition to her daule leaves a sister, Mrs. B. Paget of Ventura. Funeral services will at Hilgenfeld Mortuary Friday afternoon, Mary O'clock. Dr. Arthur Mason, assistant pastor of Presbyterian church of Willowcliffe. KAPPA DELTA PI Miss Mary Ann Carterter of Mr. and Mrs. John ter, 720 North Lemon, has recently been pledged to Delta Pi, national education fraternity at S bara College. Kappa D an honor society for u nion education students in quartile of grades. The S bara chapter was installed. CITY PLUNGE OPENED The Recreation and parkment has announced ing of the High School swimmers on Saturday at Boys and girls are invited the pool on Saturdays; the hours of 1 and 3:30 charge will be made by berms are asked to bring owp towels. Fuchsia Society to Hear Speaker at Tuesday Meeting The Orange County Branch of the California National Fuchsia Society will meet at the American Legion Hall, 936 N. Lemon St., on Tuesday evening, March 27, at 8 o'clock. Speaker of the evening will be Lydia Birt of Hawthorne, who will discuss, "Fuchsias In Your Garden Today." She is past president of the Inglewood branch and is in charge of landscape advisory and design at a large nursery at Manhattan Beach. Visitors are welcome to attend this general meeting at which William Taylor of Evelyn Drive, Anaheim, will preside. A plant exchange is planned as well as door prizes and the awarding of birthday plans. Great emphasis is being placed on the current membership drive. Members are urged to bring a guest and a prospective new member. Refreshments will be served. P-TA DISCUSS PROBLEMS "Seven Problems of Sex Education" was the topic of the March meeting of the Zion Lutheran P-TA. It was held in the parish hall and highlighted by a movie on the subject. A panel discussion led by a doctor, parent, pastor and teacher followed. DOUBLE-BET" buildings, part of Pacific Telephone's two-million-dollar stake in Anaheim's future growth and prosperity are well under way and on schedule. The steel framework (left rear) is a three-story and basement addition to the building at 217 North Lemon St. It will house equipment to serve KEystone telephones, plus additional long distance switchboards, automatic accounting facilities and a plant service center to be fit this summer. Meanwhile the new square-foot building (foreground) northwest corner of Chartres and Sts. starts its climb skyward. The $664,000 structure is scheduled forpletion next fall and has space defor district telephone offices and business office. STATE INCOME TAX DEADLINE APR. 16, WARNS KIRKWOOD California taxpayers, take notice: April 16, the final date for filing State income tax returns, is looming closer. Robert C. Kirkwood, Chairman of the Franchise Tax Board, today pointed out the advantages of early filling to taxpayers of the State. "The Board is extending every possible cooperation to the taxpayer," Kirkwood said. "Now is a good time to obtain help in filing your return. Board auditors are now in a position to assist taxpayers who want help—but because of the last minute rush, such help may not be available as we come closer to April 16." Who must file State income tax returns? Says Kirkwood: "Anyone who was single at the end of 1955 and who had a net income of $2,000 or more, and those married individuals who had a combined net income of $3,500 or more, must file 1955 returns." Mrs. Anna C. Camp 42,230 Official Census 1956 Figures for Anaheim According to figures certified by Robert W. Burgess, Director of the Bureau of Census in Washington, D.C. the official count of noses in the City of Anaheim now stands at 42,230. The census was recently completed and all figures sent to Washington for official tabulation. Burgess said the total represented a tabulation made through interviews in more than 12,500 occupied dwellings. The census was started in January and was carried out by some 50 local residents who worked door-to-door within the city limits. According to the figures, Anaheim has a total white population of 42,107 and a no-white population of 123 persons. Additional information shows the population of women as 21,369 against a total of 20,861 men, or outnumbering the men by a count of 705 females. Copies of the census certificate have been sent to the California State Division of Highways and to the State Controller's Office in Sacramento, Mr. Burgess said. Two New Markets For Anaheim Area In Near Future Anaheim is slated to get two additional modern food markets in the very near future, according to word released the first of the week. Thriftmart Super Markets are planning on building the markets which will be located in Anaheim at the corner of Anaheim-Olive Road and Placentia Avenue on the east side and Orangewood Avenue and Harbor Blvd. The first market to be erected will go up in a newly annexed area at the Orangewood-Harbor Blvd. It's 30,000 square feet of floor space is expected to dominate the large shopping center planned for the property. Construction is scheduled to begin within the next couple of weeks. Mrs. Anna C. Camp Assistant Librarian Many Years, Passes Mrs. Anna C. Camp, for many years assistant librarian at the library in this city, passed away Thursday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Catherine Smith in Ventura. She had been making her home there for the past two years. Mrs. Camp was well known for her work at the library here. In addition to her daughter, she leaves a sister, Mrs. Blanche J. Paget of Ventura. Funeral services will be held at Hilgenfeld Mortuary chapel Friday afternoon, Mar. 23, at 2 o'clock. Dr. Arthur M. Stephenson, assistant pastor of the First Presbyterian church of this city, will officiate. KAPPA DELTA PI Miss Mary Ann Carter, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John C. Carter, 720 North Lemon, Anaheim, has recently been pledged to Kappa Delta Pi, national honorary education fraternity at Santa Barbara College. Kappa Delta Pi is an honor society for upper division education students in the top quartile of grades. The Santa Barbara chapter was installed in 1927. CITY PLUNGE OPENS The Recreation and Park Department has announced the opening of the High School Plunge to swimmers on Saturday afternoons. Boys and girls are invited to use the pool on Saturdays between the hours of 1 and 3:30 p.m. No charge will be made but swimmers are asked to bring their owp towels. City-School Agree on Use Of City Stadium Meeting in an adjourned session, Anaheim City Council and Anaheim Union High School Board last Tuesday evening completed a pact whereby the city agreed to build 7000 additional seats in La Palma stadium and the school signing a four-year lease in the amount of $32,000 per year. The rental fee, which will be paid semi-annually, will more than assure the city's payments to the Bank of America, who put up the money to build the stands. The lease calls for a mutual agreement between the city and the school district for the high school to have the use of the stadium and field for all of its regularly scheduled football and baseball games. Additional business transacted at the meeting included a letter from Ralph M. Parks, owner of Parks' Turkey Range on Grand Avenue south of Crescent Ave., and signed by his entire family, requesting that his ten-acre farm be included in the city limits of Anaheim. Mr. Murdock pointed out on a map that acquisition of the property would upset the northern boundary of the city, and upon this recommendation, the city council turned down the request with regrets. Police Chief Mark Setphenson submitted a request requesting additional stop signs to be placed at North Street and West Street, and another on Lemon Street at Sycamore Street. After discussion, the helm at the corner of Anaheim-Olive Road and Placentia Avenue on the east side and Orangewood Avenue and Harbor Blvd. The first market to be erected will go up in a newly annexed area at the Orangewood-Harbor Blvd. site. It's 30,000 square feet of floor space is expected to dominate the large shopping center planned for the property. Construction is scheduled to begin within the next couple of weeks, according to the chain's spokesman. A prescription pharmacy, variety store, drug store and other smaller stores are to be included in the shopping center. The market on the east side of Anaheim is in the planning stage, although the orange grove has been removed and the house located at the corner is ready to be moved, having been placed on skids several days ago. The spokesman for the chain said it will be one of the largest and most modern super markets in the area. AUHS STUDENTS PLACE IN BANK OF AM. COMPETITION Several high school seniors of this area were announced this week as winners in the first round of Bank of America's 1956 Achievement Awards program. It was the first step in the bank's search to find 180 seniors in southern California who will divide $22,160 in cash awards. Highest awards of $1,000 each will go to eight southland students. The awards are designed to bring public recognition and encouragement for outstanding scholarship, leadership, and promise of future service to society. In addition to cash awards, 575 students will win gold cups and 1,700 will receive certificates of achievement in southern California. Most of the cup winners will compete against cup winners from other high schools in this zone late next month, when they appear before a judging panel of civic leaders, who will name the zone winners after hearing the students in group discussions of their studies as related to import- Motor Vehicles Hit New High Orange County's 190,612 motor vehicles hit a new high last year. The total number of all types (autos, trucks, trailers and motorcycles) registered in California in 1955 was 6,731,656, an increase of 537,014 over 1954. This figure was given by State Motor Vehicles Director Paul Mason in his monthly report to Governor Goodwin J. Knight. Mason also reported an increase of 269,917 in the number of outstanding drivers' licenses, from 6,287,191 in 1954 to 6,557,108 in 1955. The increase, however, was in number of operators' licenses only, the number of chaffees' licenses dropping from 468,342 in 1954 to 426,972 in 1955. This, Mason explained, follows a trend that has been developing in the last two years as a result of strengthening by the Department of Motor Vehicles of California's commercial driver testing program. EXHIBIT OCELOT Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Mathews of Victor St., exhibited their pet ocelot, Simba, at the Hobby Show at Shrine auditorium on Monday. They are members of the National Ocelot Club.