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Imperial Valley press., 1934-08-22
VOTERS GIVEN
INF FORMAT|
BY RECORDER

Voters Of Imperial county as a
jury of registered electors. will re-
turn its verdict next Tuesday at
polling places throughout the coun-
ty. Evalyn Boman WeSterfield.
candidate for reelection as county
recorder, outlines briefly the facts
of her administration and plat
form thus:
81. The recorder s office has
been self-sustaining during the past
term. principally because of econ
omy moves where these were leg
ally possible. This included elimi-
nation of one deputy, without such
a move having been suggested by
any other persons.
''2. Every person in the office
has conformed strictly to a policy
of service, even going beyond the
requirements in making searches
of records free for residents of the
county. and Mrs. Westerfield has
for accommodation, and service ad-
vanced recording fees for those who
did not have the amount at the
time.
"3. No outside political interests
have been allowed TO interfere with
the conduct Of the office in the
best interests Of the taxpayers.
"a. The present recorder, seek
ing reelection, came to Imperial
Valley in 1906, and has spent the
greater part Of her life here. She
is a taxpayer has faced the prob
lens of the pioneering days shoul-
der to shoulder with those who
have built the valley, and under
stands fully the present problems
facing taxpayers in county govern
ment
rs. Solely upon her salary as
county recorder. Mrs. Westerfield
supports her mother and herself;
she has no outside source of in
come.
SO. Mrs Westerfield IS campaign
for office has been a clean one, her
administration has been one of
service and economy, and upon
her record she comes before the
voters asking reelection.
Imperial Valley press., 1934-08-22

Karl M. Edmunds of Calexico
has asked the assistance Of the Ell
Centro chamber of commerce in
against his apprehen-
sion in Ell Cajon, near San lego,
for an alleged violation Of the
speed laws while travelling through
that place last week. Edmunds de-
MES any excess of speed, and knew
he was being paced by speed Of
ficer at the time, and claims he
was particularly careful to keep
we'll within the limit.
Manager Hays, of the chamber
of commerce, who has previously
protested to chambers of COM
merce in San Diego city and county
and to officials against the un-
warranted persecution of Imperial
Valley motorists on the highways
leading to San Diego, contacted
Trueman Thompson and Hal Hob
son. managers of the Automobile
Club of Southern California at the
Ell Centre and San Diego offices,
respectively, and it was agreed that
plea of not guilty be entered in
behalf of Edmunds, and jury
trial demanded in the city court
of Ell Cajon. Citizens of Imperial
Valley have declared their willing
ness to contribute by public sub
Imperial Valley press., 1934-08-22

ornamental plants. The work is a
most exhaustive one, as the cultur-
al methods employed for produc-
ton of all our crops are treated in
most accurate detail, and will prove
invaluable to the farmer here and
particularly the newcomer or the
intending settler.
1--WE were glad,' said Manager
Hays, "that we were able to con-
vince Dean Hutchison and other
officers of the California College
of Agriculture of the great need for
this publication on Imperial Val.
ley's crops and farming practices.
Wilson w. McEuen, Frank Beys-
chlag, w. w. Weeth, myself and
others kept up a constant CORES
pondence with the university for
two years, to convince them Of the
necessity for such publication.
1t is wonderfully edited booklet,
and will do much good here. To
read it makes one want to immed-
lately start farming in Imperial
Valley"
The authors of Soils and Crops
acknowledge valuable assistance re-
ceived in its preparation from M.
j. Dowd. Frank G. Bcyschlag and
B. A. Harrigan.
Imperial Valley press., 1934-08-22
RECORD PRICE
PAID ON HOGS
TO ROBINSON

Assemblyman Sam E. Robinson
was smiling broadly today, and
there was another reason for it in
addition to satisfaction with the
progress of his campaign for reelec-
ton.
The reason was explained by
check for S42l75 which he re-
ceived in the morning mail from
the Holmes Live Stock Commission
company of Los Angeles, for
shipment of 80 hogs from his
ranch.
A letter accompanying the check
states the price paid for them is
the highest paid by the company
in several years and adds addi-
tional compliments by saying the
hogs were the only grain-fed pork
ers received by the company on the
day they arrived and that they
were stand-outs among all the
other animals. They averaged close
to 200 pounds each, which the let
ter states is the most desirable
weight in the market.
The assemblyman was justly
proud of the record price and the
compliments. and is looking over
some Of the other hogs on his
ranch to make another shipment
in the near future.
Imperial Valley press., 1934-08-22
Navy Launches
NeU Destroyer

BOSTON, Aug. %. U.P)-The new
100000 destroyer U. S. S. Com
modore MacDonough, latest of I'm
Gle Sans fighting ships, was
launched at Boston navy yard to-
day.
It was christened by Miss Rose
Shaler MacDonough of Mont Clair,
N. j.. grand daughter of Commo-
dore Thomas MacDonough who was
hero lieutenant during the battle
in which the British were defeated
on Lake Champlain in 1914.
The destroyer named in his hon
or. under construction for the past
two years. is one of four vessels
of the same type being built here.
Imperial Valley press., 1934-08-22
Here And There
In Sport World

LOS ANGELES. Aug. 22.-Oscar
Rankin, 16l, Los Angeles, unexpec-
tedly decisioned Gorilla Jones,
1907. former N. B. A. middle
weight title-holder, by steady
body punching during most of
their l0-round main event here last
night.
CHICAGO. Aug. 22.-J. Emmett
Pare, Memphis, today joined the
Big Four"-Vincent Richards, de-
Tending champion, Ellsworth Vines
of California; Hans Nusslein. Ger
many, and Karel Kozeluh, Czecho-
slovakia-in the quarter final
round of the 9th annual national
professional tennis championships
at the South Shore country club.
Pare defeated A. H. Chaplin. Jr..
Springfield. Mass. in the only
singles match yesterday, 6-3. 6-2,
4-6, 6-4
Imperial Valley press., 1934-08-22
NeWspapermen Win
Court Decision

LOS ANGELES. Aug. %. U.P)-
An appeal to superior court today
freed two suburban newspaper pub
fishers of contempt charges. Their
bail was returned to them by court
order.
Writs of habeas corpus were
granted to Edwin Springer, editor,
and Edwin Garduno, business man
ager, of the East Los Angeles Pro-
gressive by Judge Ruben Schmidt
The two were convicted of con-
tempt of court by Justice of the
Peace Barry Sullivan for articles
appearing about him in the paper.
The court held the articles prob
ably did not constitute contempt.
The release order set aside the con-
tempt convictions on which the
publishers we're fined 500 each or
so days in jail.
Imperial Valley press., 1934-08-22
No MIGRATION
Of JAPANESE
INTO ARIZONA

PHOENIX, Ariz., Aug. %. U.H-
Expressing the feeling that all dam
ger of violence in the dispute over
japanese invasion of Salt River
Valley farm lands had passed and
the controversy would be amicably
settled, officials of japanese asso-
citation from Los Angeles left here
today for the coast.
Before departing the visitors de-
clared they had made a thorough
investigation of circumstances, as
charged by the valley farmers that
japanese were migrating here from
California and taking over the
farm lands. They denied these re-
ports stating they could not find
one member of the local japanese
colony who had not been here Tor
at "least 20 years.
A hearing on a temporary re-
straining order granted yesterday
in superior court against S. A. Ger
rard company, and officials Of the
company and IL Japanese, named
only as John Doe, will be heard
next Tuesday. The order prevents
those named from further cultlVa-
Imperial Valley press., 1934-08-22
Rainbow To Try
Luck Once More

NEWPORT, R. L. Aug. %. U.P)
The rejuvenated Rainbow will
take to the sea again today in its
quest of the right to defend the
America IS cup against T. o. NJ.
Sopwith IS British challenger, En-
deavor. next month.
Meeting only Frederick H
Princes IS Weetamoe. bridesmaid of
the cup races, Rainbow will have
an excellent opportunity to try out
all its new gear in the first test
race of the final tryout series.
Yankee. the Boston-owned sloop far
ahead in earlier cup trials, will be
idle. asREWE
Imperial Valley press., 1934-08-22

yesterday by the proprietor of the
inn. from whom the wealthy oil
man had borrowed the gun several
hours previously to hunt squirrels,
One shot had been fired, lodging
in the heart, authorities said. No
note of explanation was found.
Hammond was well-known in CLUB
life of Southern California, belong
ing to the Los Angeles and Holly
wood athletic clubs, the Pacific
coast club and the Hollywood Rivi-
era country club.
Imperial Valley press., 1934-08-22
Breakfast Honors
Bertha GiLIett

Mrs. w. d. Carey and Mrs. Roy
Gillett were hostesses at a delight
full waffle breakfast held yesterday
at Mrs. Garey's home, 583 Brigh-
ton, in honor of the birthday of
Miss Bertha Gillett.
A color scheme of yellow was car
ried out in table decorations of
flowers and candles, and delicious
birthday cake added much to the
enjoyment Of the occasion.
Those present in addition to the
hostesses and the guest of honor
were the Misses Marie Won ALL
man, Helene Voyce. Etura Horton,
Norma Benton, Ola Mae Price, Lor-
ena Williams, Lucille Coulter.
Imperial Valley press., 1934-08-22
Baseball Standings
AMERICAN LEAGUE

Yesterdays Results
Detroit 8, Boston 4.
st. Louis 8, New York 6.
Cleveland IL, Philadelphia Il.
Only games scheduled.
Imperial Valley press., 1934-08-22
COAST LEAGUE

Yesterdays Results
Oakland 5, Los Angeles 0.
Portland 3, Missions l.
San Francisco 4, Sacramento l.
Only games scheduled.
Imperial Valley press., 1934-08-22
NIGHTBALL LEAGUE

Game Last Night
Fat Boys 5, Coca Colas f.
Game Tonight
Studebakers VS.. Brawley Eagles,
Imperial Valley press., 1934-08-22
NATIONAL LEAGUE
YeSterday'S Results

Yesterdays Results
st. Louis s, Boston 2.
Philadelphia 6, Chicago l.
Cincinnati 4, New York 3.
Brooklyn 9. Pittsburgh S.
Imperial Valley press., 1934-08-22
OIL MAGNATE
SHOOTS SELF

LOS ANGELES, Aug. %. WP)-
Using a borrowed small caIbre
squirrel rifle, Boyd Hammond, Sc,
prominent Beverly Hill oil man and
father of Kay Hammond, former
film actress, killed himself in a
cabin at Quail Lake Inn, near San
Fernando, the sheriff's office re-
vealed today.
Hammond IS body was found late
ton of land until final disposition
of the restraining order has been
made by the court.
Imperial Valley press., 1934-08-22

Food canning and packing plants
in the. northwest 1oduced $93,-
100000 worth of products last
year.
Imperial Valley press., 1934-08-22
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White Bluffs spokesman. [volume] (White Bluffs, Wash.) 1907-1938, 1934-10-25

just what can person believe? No sooner does
perplexed voter decide that such and such mea-
sure should be adopted than somebody presents
logical argument for it's defeat, and he is again
lost in a mental fog. The outstanding fault of mi
tiative measures is that people who do not under
stand the true aspects of the measure cast the de-
Gliding vote for it's defeat adoption.
Such fault can be found with Initiative No.
N, the Salmon fishing bill. Few people east of
the mountains are able to understand the full pro-
visions and consequences of the act if passed. To
many, who remember the day when salmon
in the Columbia river in far greater quantities
than today, it is conservation measure and
should be passed To Others it is discriminatory
and will destroy large industry, thus hating pay
rolls and putting extra tax burden on the shout
ders of other idustries.
10 still others, the measure appears to be bat
tie between two factions Of the fishing industry
the purse seiners the one hand and the fish trap
operators on the other, wishing to secure an adj
vantage by having the voters of the state enter
the fight.
When Initiative No. "a was first circulated for
signatures, it was stated that it would strengthen
our present 4O-mill limit act. Now, the measure
is being attacked by the office holders who stand
to lose some of their control of the tax monies if
the measure passes, and others who wish to see the
revenues OF the state derived from property taxes.
AT the 1892 general election, the voters by
overwhelming ma ority adopted a 4O-mill levy
limit act making realignment of taxes neces-
sary Inc sponsors OF the measure wisely foresaW
that taxes would increase, and that if nothing
done this increase would be levied against pro-
perty, thus increasing the burden of the home
owner.
Public officials have indicated their dislike of
the people taking hand in the handling of taxes.
They have intmated that it is their job and it
should be left to them with no limitations. Since
the tWo-year period during which the legislature
cannot change an initiative measure is now past
it is entirely likely that unless further steps are
taken, the legislature will change the present 40
mill limit act that it would be utterly inpotent.
For this reason the passage of another 40-mill
limit measure will forestall this action for an
other two years, by which time different prob
lens of taxation must be faced.
Property has taken too large share Of the tax
burden in the past. A sales tax or income tax
would distribute the burden more evenly, and the
only way this can be secured is by putting limit
on property taxes.
White Bluffs spokesman. [volume] (White Bluffs, Wash.) 1907-1938, 1934-10-25
Allard-Vernita
The California of the Northwest
And We Can Prove it.

Mr.. and Mrs. Sam Allard were in
Yakima Tuesday on business.
John Grom was in Yakima Tuesday,
consulting physician relative to his
health.
Leo Bieren Of Ellensburg was in the
valley over the weekend, looking after
his ranch property.
Paul Austin, who Is teaching at
Klickitat, was visiting in the valley
Friday and Saturday.
Miss Martha Bull, tie teacher of the
Vernita school, was unable to resume
her duties Monday on account Of sick
ness.
The road grader did some very EN-
cient work Monday after the heavy
rain Of more than one-half inch Sat-
urday night.
Mrs. L. N. Fry and Mrs. o. w. Brown
entertained the card club at the home
of Mrs. Fry Saturday evening.
Mr. and Mrs. Frank Baird of Sno-
homish, Washington, visited with Mr..
and Mrs. w. H. Kirby from Thursday
until Sunday. Mr.. Baird is brother
of Mrs. Kirby.
A real old-fashioned family reunion
was held Thursday, Friday and Satur-
day at Alfalfa Ridge Ranch, the home
of Mr.. and Mrs Bert Griff1ths. Those
present were Mrs. Francis Gadd and
daughter of San Francisco, Mr.. and
Mrs. Thomas Hass and three children
of Everett, Washington, Mr.. and Mrs.
Melvin Knapp and family of White
Bluffs, and Bill Griffiths of Everett, all
Of the children being present except
Iauretta, who is employed in Kenne-
wick.
White Bluffs spokesman. [volume] (White Bluffs, Wash.) 1907-1938, 1934-10-25

is excessive and arbitrary. It is APP
proximately equal to the growers real
estate tax. It totals about 100000.
enforcement would require a set of
inspectors, officials and officers whose
chief interest would be their salaries
and collections to pay them. Such a
bureau would seek to perpetuate itself.
Once established 1t could be discarded
only by tremendous effort This is the
history Of all bureaucracy. There Is no
economic or beneficial function such a
bureau could perform. The shipment
Of culls can be fully and adequately
policed by existing agencies A slight
additional appropriation might be nee
essary, but not 100000.
1.-THE advertising fund now an
nounced as the intention of the agree
ment Is an admirable feature, but
there is no provision for its admins
tration by those of experience. The
definite declaration has been made by
those at present In control that they
would not use the organization which
now exists and which has been built
up over a period of seven years at
cost of about $350,000.
1.-THE Senate of the United States
cannot initiate tax legislation. Under
this act, the director of agriculture, a
mere political appointee, can levy, col
lect and spend taxes at his own dis
erection. There is no legal recourse
against his DEGREES.
1--WE recommend refusal to consider
this a matter of conflict between
branches of the industry. It is not a
matter of growers on one side and
shippers on the other. This Is shown
by the fact that both large co-opera-
tive growers organizations have re-
fused to apply for licenses upon adj
vice of their legal counsel. Also, prac-
tically every large grower in the valley
is opposed to the act. Discount all ar
guments by those who are drawing
salaries or expect to draw salaries from
the money collected from licenses and
assessments"
White Bluffs spokesman. [volume] (White Bluffs, Wash.) 1907-1938, 1934-10-25

From the Christian Science neutrality-suspicious.
the only large American newspaper which is en-
tirely politically Observation-Disclosures the most
clear-cut criticism of the "New Deal'' which has
yet appeared:
'Opponents of the New Deal are performing
necessary and useful service in pointing to the
faults in the New Deal and warming against the
infringement of constitutional rights. There is
real danger Of relief becoming political racket
though it is abused more by local politicians of
both parties than by the federal administrators.
And there is vital need for check bureauc-
racy under the present spoils system. But as
matter of practical politics, those who attack the
New Deal will not get far at present unless they
offer better alternative in the shape of recovery
program of their own
White Bluffs spokesman. [volume] (White Bluffs, Wash.) 1907-1938, 1934-10-25
SHIPPERS DEFY AAA
LICENSING TERMS

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White Bluffs spokesman. [volume] (White Bluffs, Wash.) 1907-1938, 1934-10-25

is excessive and arbitrary. It is APP
proximately equal to the growers real
estate tax. It totals about $500 900.
White Bluffs spokesman. [volume] (White Bluffs, Wash.) 1907-1938, 1934-10-25
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White Bluffs spokesman. [volume] (White Bluffs, Wash.) 1907-1938, 1934-10-25

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Evening star., 1934-09-16
A Break Made HerActres

Miss Hopkins went into the New
York production of "An American
Tragedy" In this her ability was
recognized, and at its close she went
into Thou Desperate Plate" When
this show closed she went to Roches-
ter in stock and here her director
was George Cukor, the noted director
of the screen sensation, Little
Women"
Her next New York engagement
was in Excess Baggage" "The At
fairs of Anatol" followed soon after
and her performance in this stage hit
won her a contract with Paramount
to appear with Maurice Chevalier In
"The Smiling Lieutenant"
Miss Hopkins pictures include
''Twenty-four Hours 1.-TWO Kinds of
Women" Dancers in the Dark"
Design for Living" and "All of Me-"
Last season she returned to the
Broadway stage to appear in "Jeze-
bel" then back again to Hollywood
for "She Loves Me Not" Her cur
rent picture is "The Richest Girl in
the World"
Evening star., 1934-09-16
+ MIRIAM HOPKINS had not
broken her ankle and If her
mother had insisted on her prac-

mother had insisted on her prac-
L ticing the piano the blond screen
star might be idling her days
away as q belle in the South. Dur
ing a school play Miss Hopkins rushed
down q flight of cement stairs back
stage and fractured her ankle. She
said nothing about 1t and worked
through the show until the final cur
tain.
As result of this accident she
took up dancing to strengthen her
ankle and she became so fascinated
by 1t that she decided to become a
professional dancer. She made two
appearances, the first with Michio
Ito. the sensational dancer, and one
with Servoa. Her next step was a
vaudeville engagement and from
there she went into the chorus of
the Music Box Revue" Later she
appeared in Little Jessie James"
with Wynne Gibson.
It was at this point that she de-
cided to desert dancing for dramatic
work. 1t was a daring venture for
she had been tagged a Song and
dance" girl and the fetish was hard
to break down. For weeks she
haunted the agencies, refusing all
offers for musical comedy and de-
manding a straight dramatic part.
When her money was all gone she
got a part in Puppets" opposite
Frederic March. This definitely es-
tablished her as a dramatic actress.
Then came "The Home Towners."
opposite Chester Morris, after which