Ukiah Dispatch Democrat from Ukiah, California • Page 1

OfilclBi Couniy Newspaper VOLUME LXm UKIAH, FRIDAY, JAN. 22, 1932 NUMBER 18 H. P. Preston Named inTransamericaRow Former Ukiah Man Alleged Head of Organiaation Formed to Secure Proxies SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. the granting yesterday of an anjunc- tion forbidding Transamerica Corporation from continuing its Iieavy expenditure of corporate funds for the proxy campaign it has been conducting, the extent of some of those expenditures boE become linown.

Affidavits filed by the plaintifls in support of their contention that the defendants were using corporate funds Improperly, revealed that an elaborate campaign organization, headed by salaried officers of Transamerica, had fceen set up to seek the proxies of stockholders. At the head of this wrps was H. P. Preston, formerly of Ukiah and Fort Bragg, a v(fe president, who had been sent to San Francisco from New York to manage the campaign. Preston, drawing a salary of about $40,000 per year had as his assistant, George A.

Webster, a $35,000 vice president of the Bank of America, N. T. Si 8. A. In San Francisco, a lieutenant of Preston has been drawing a salary of $500 per month as commanding officer of 250 solicitors, each drawing from the Transameiica treasury a wage of $250 per month and $150 for expenses.

In Los Angeles another lieutenant has had charge of a force of from 50 to 75 solicitors, each paid the same monthly rate as in San Francisco. The Los Angeles fleld man has been drawing $1000 per month salary. Another $500 per month man was assigned to gather proxies in the western states outside of California with an assistant at $500 per month and (ContiBncd on pace Geodetic Surveyors Establishing Levels Engineers of the United partment of commerce geodetic survey have been working in and around Ukiah for the last week, running a line of precise levels from Eureka to San Francisco. There are eight men In the party under the siqjervislon of Lieutenant H. J.

Oliver. The party is working directly out of Washington and will disband when they have reached their objective, it was stated. Since coming here they have established four marks In Ukiah, one being at the Northwestern Pacific depot, another at the steps on the west side of the courthouse, one at the Masonic building and the other at the local observatory. Prior to this time there existed only one mark, which was one mile from town. The next stop of the party will be in Cloverdale.

They leave for that town today. The men have been in the fleld for over a year and a half. Durhig this period they have concentrated their time on the Pacific coast from the Canadian line to their present location. It was stated that at each town along the route the elevations have been within an inch of being correct. Distribute Gifts to Hospital Veterans Mann to Reassume Theatre Ownership Former Owner of Redwood Empire Show House Chain to Take It Back, Report Mrs.

Minnie Horton, of Los Angeles, chairman of the rehabilitation department of the American Legion Auxiliary, accompanied by Mrs. Carol Marks, of San Pi-ancisco, met with local officers of district one in the Canton room of the Palace hotel at noon, Wednesday. Future plans of the department were discussed and an Interesting talk was given by Mrs. Horton. Luncheon was the women, after which they visited the 99 veterans at the Mendo clno state hospital and distributed or magazines and cigarettes to SELL FIRST BUICK A new Buick sedan, the first to be Ukiah by the new Weber Bulck The local officers that were present company, was delivered to Elmer Ardls DeMotte, Jllstrlct Ohristensen, high school coach, Thursday.

jchah-man; Mrs. Sarah unit chairman; Mrs. Helen Stambaugh, first PAYS FINE O. R. Mayes, Santa Rosa salesman, a fine In the Justice coturt Thursday as the aftermath of an wliiDinoUlt accident he was involved in on the vice president: Mrs.

Mildred Mlchelson, publicity chairman; and Mrs. Gladys Dion, district child welfare chairman. Mrs. Holderman, of the veterans' home at Yountvllle, was also f)resent. Redwood highway last November, when AbatCS TwO PiaCeS his car colUded with the machine drlv- 1 en by C.

L. Townsend, near the Forks. Aged Philo Resident Is Killed Wednesday M. I. Dutro Jumps from Rapidly Moving Car.

Dies While Being Taken Home, Mart I. Dutro, pioneer blackaiBttli and resident of Philo, met a tragic death Wednesday while on a fishing trip with J. I. Fisher, also of that town. The two men had been down the coast and were en route home when the accident happened.

The aged blacksmith requested Fisher, who was driving the vehicle, to stop, but before this could be accomplished, Dutro jumped. He was picked up unconscious and taken by Flsheiito Philo, but died en route. He is survived by a brother, Elmer Dutro, of Dry Creek valley in Sonoma county, and three sons who live at PhUo. He is also the grandirather of Mrs. Ande Nowlin, wife of the owner and publisher of the Healdsburg Scimiter.

An investigation by Coroner William F. Ornbaun was conduct'ed yesterday, ASKS GUARDIANSHIP Through Henry Spurr, a petition was filed yesterday by Harry Newberg for letters of guardianship of the person and estate of Bert Leggett. The petition alleges that Leggelt has $400 cash in bank and a pension from the U. S. government, and that on account of wounds received in war he has been rendered Incompetent and that his means is being rapidly dissipated through the' machinations of unscrupulous acquaintances.

on Liquor Charges Abatement proceedings Instituted by the county against William A. Scott, of Laytonville, were heard in the superior court before Judge Iversen yesterday morning. Pour buildings were asked to be closed in the a grocery store, garage, residence, and pool hall. The judge, In his decision ordered the garage and residence abated for the term of six months. RAINFALL Week 1.74 Season .21.62 TEMPERATURE Maximum Minimum DANCE TONIGH't Tonight will mark the opening of Boring hall on South State street to the dancing public, when Ray Sawyers' Rhythm Kings, Ukiah's newest dance orchestra, will hold a dance starting at 8:00 p.

m. and lasting to 12.00 midnight. The local boys who make up the band have been playing together a good part of the winter season and offer one of the best repertoires of dance music obtainable. FINAL DECREE GRANTED; PLAINTIFF REMARRIES A final decre of divorce was granted in the superior court this week to Edna Mae Fiu-niss from Frank Furnlss. Shortly afterward a marriage license was granted to Alvan E.

WUliains, aged 32, of Hopland, and Edna Mae Furnlss, 25, of the same place. MARRIAGE APPLICATIONS Marriage license applications were filed this week by Alvan E. Williams. 22. and Edna Mae Furnlss, 25, both of Hopland; Raymond B.

Willis, 22, and Irene Ratkin, 18, both of Fort Bragg; Jesse E. MeiTltt, 21, and Tynne Kaai-- lela, 17, both of Fort Bragg; Jack R. Davis, 28, of Nashmead, and Dorothy Shields, 18, of Ukiah. INTERLOCUTORY DECREE An interlocutory decre of divorce was granted this week to Florence Heap from John Heap, Roberta Heap, a daughter of the couple, is to be put in care of defendant's mother at Willits, to be supported by defendant. Patricia, the other daughter, is to be placed with the plaintiff's mother In EUREKA, Jan.

that the three Eureka theatres and other show houses in northern California comprising the Redwood Circuit of the Hughes-Franklin chain will revert to the control and ownershft of George M. Mann, organizer and former operator of the group, was seen here today when it was learned that negotiations are under way for the transfer. Report of the negotiations for the return of the houses to the former management, carried by "Variety," widely circulated theatre magazine, were confirmed here today by Mann, who arrived In Eureka this Aiorning from San Francisco. Although not revealing the exact status of the negotiations at the present time, Mann stated that it was "probable" that he would assume control of the theatres within the next few days. The entire group of theatres, including houses in Eureka, (three), Areata, Fortuna, Ukiah, l''ort Bragg and Dinuba, were purchased from Mann several months ago, shortly after the organization of the Hughes-Franklin Theatres a chain operating houses throughout the ent're western region of the United States.

The Northern California group Included the State, the Rialto and the Liberty theatres in Eureka; the Minor in Areata; the State in Fortuna; the State at Fort Bragg; the State at Ukiah and the State at Dinuba. "Further of tbe Hughes-Franklin chain will take place next week when the Mann circuit of Northern California houses is to be returned back to George Mann," according to the stoi-y of the transfer appearing in "Variety." This leaves Hughes- Franklin with only three will be sold or turned over as as buyers can be found. "Intention last week was for the newly formed Westland Theatres to operate the Mann group, but it was later decided to turn them back to tbe former operator," the story continues. Commenting upon the story appearing in "Variety" Mann stated today that the Hughes-Franklin concern has failed to meet certain financial obligations Involved in the original deal, believed to be the reason for the return of the houses. First Yard of Rain Rei)orted at Willits Talkington Home in Long Valley Has Narrow Escape from Destruction by Fire WILLITS, Jan.

have now had our first yard of rain and the prospects are that we liave now had more than half of our seasonal rainfalls! which used to average five feet under the Wilson administration. During Cleveland's time we had three feet one year. The rainfall up to yesterday morning amounted to 35.99 Inches for the season and a few small showers after that put us over the top. Newly-Weds Feted by Friends Wednesday Congratulations are being received by Mr. and Mrs.

Charles Comino, popular couple of the Calpella section, who were quietly married at the St. Mary's Holy Catholic church Thursday morning of last week. The bride and groom were attended by Mr. and Mrs. Joe Poma at the cere- mony.

Monday night, Dreamland auditorium was the scene of a gay party and reception for Mr. and Mrs. Comino, and it was estimated that at least 300 friends from all parts of the country were present to celebrate the nuptial event. Dancing, with music furnished by Curry's dance band, was the order of the evening. Delicious refreshments were served the guests in the dining Banker Gives Talk on World Finances C.

M. Mannon Speaker at Meeting of Lions Club. Reviews Depression Causes. Jupiter Pluvlus played all sorts of room about 10:30. Many useful and pranks here since our last letter.

On Thursday of last week it started snowing and the foUowhig morning there was ten Inches of the beautiful on the level and the ground was well covered for three days. This heavy fall of snow broke all of the telephone and telegraph wires leading, to town and also the electric power line leading from Potter valley. Bor about 48 hours the town was without electricity and stores and homes had to be Ughted with lamps and candles. There was (Coatbioed on page beautiful presents were received by the couple. The groom is the owner of an imposing residence and fine ranch near CalpelU, where he and his wife will I definite and constructive pro- W.

K. Davis, program chalrmaa of the Ukiah Lions Club, Is presenting a series of addresses by local authorities on the subject of "The Immediate and Important Needs of Ukiah," at the current meetings, which is attracting county wide attention. At the meeting which was held in the Canton room of the Palace hotel yesterday noon with Preston Cherry presiding, Mr. Davis in an interesting introductory speech presented C. M.

Mannon, president of the Savhigs Bank of Mendocino County, as tiff speaker of the meeting. Mr. Mannon congratulated the club Reiss Returns Home With Bert Thompson make their future home. He also recently established an up-to-date ery on North State street. Mrs.

Comino, nee Ferrero, is managing the store for him. Since entering Ukiah's business world they have added to their host of friends many new acquaintances hold for them the highest esteem and who accord Mr. and Mrs. Comino Kst wishes for a happy and prosperous married life. Ward Reiss, deputy sheriff from the Fort Bragg section, arrived In Ukiah Monday evening from the Federal reformatory at ChiUlcothe, Ohio, bringing with him Bert Thompson, who is Veterans to Sponsor Broadcast Tonigrht Radio fans and members of the Veterans of Foreign Wars will receive a treat tonight over KPO and KGO at wanted here for burglary, lliompson 8:30 o'clock when an elaborate pro- Legion Will Sponsor Boy Scout Troop 30 Essay Contest Among High Boys Also to Be Conducted by Post just completed serving a term Itx stealing an automobile in Sacramento.

He was arrested for this crime in a Texas town. The young man Is confined in the county jail and will be brought up for arraignment today, Reiss reports a pleasant trip and states that working conditions in the east are noticeably Improving, Many of the automobile factories in Michigan, where he stopped to visit his relatives, put numbers of their former employees back on the pay roll while he was on his visit. There are 1766 prisoners confined In the reformatory, Reiss stated. He left Tuesday for his home. At the regular meeting of the local post of the American Legion hsld Wednesday night, many matters of Importance were discussed pertaining to the post as to the community at large.

Outstanding among these was the spor.soring of Boy Scout troop, number 30, by the post, the registration fee being paid by them instead of asking the public to do so as was formerly done. The committee in charge of the troop will endeavor to provide funds to assist worthy boys to belong to the troop and receive the valuable training. Scoutmaster Georga David was retained for 1932. An essay contest for boys of high! school age will also be sponsored, which will be charge of Mr. Roberts, of the high school faculty, a member of the Legion.

Complete plans for this activity will be announced at an early date. The subject will be "Is Aviation Essential to National Defense?" Elaborate plans are being formulated foj- a Washington bl-centennial celebration, which will be held February 22, in memory of the fereat statesman. A like celebration will be given at each post throughout the nation. REGISTERED AT PALACE Guests at the Palace hotel this week were: On Thursday, A. M.

Howard, official of the Bank of America; and R. R. Ingels, rancher and state senator, of Potter valley; on Friday, Pied Bly, newly appointed inspector of the state traffic department in northern CMt- fornla, who was here visiting the iWal office; and Clyde Henry, of Point Arena; on Saturday, Mr. and Mrs. J.

L. Randolph, of Fort Bragg; Arthur Gist, president of the Areata normal school, and Mrs. Gist; Carrol Bucknell, of Lakeport; on Sunday, Assemblyman G. M. Biggar, of Covelo, who was here to attend the state chamber of commerce meeting, held In the Palace hotel Monday; Mr.

and Mrs. Fred Morgan, residents of Cummlngs. gram will be broadcast. I'he program, known as the "Hello, America," radio hout, will include nationally known staggt screen and radio Messages remtlng the welfare of America and its veterans will be delivered by Commander-in-Chief De- Coe, Senior Vice Coriunander-ln-Chief Admiral Coonts, Junior Conunander- in-Chief Van Zandt, and National Auxiliary President Mrs. RaSensperg- er.

An Impressive obligation will also be given to a nation-wide class of candidates, by the commander-in-chief. Congressman Wright Patterson, of Texas, win deliver a vibrant address on why the "Tom'ostone Bonus" should be paid immediately. TO ATTEND MEETING Bunt Cox and George Vevoda, local Chevrolet dealers, accompanied by Charles Mannon, will leave for San Francisco Monday to attend the Chevrolet dealers' meeting in the St. Francis hotel. Many executives of the company will be present.

Dr. E. C. Bennett spent Sunay at Upper Lake hospital In consultation Ukiah, to be supported by the plaintiff, with Dr. E.

P. Strong, BOYS KILLING BIRDS A complaint has come to the Dia- patch that boys with air rifles are killing and crippling birds about town. One lad killed two wild canaries at one place while several others and three dead robins were noticed at various other places about town. A citizen residing near Orr creek on North Oak street reports three quaU crippled in a band which is accustomed to feed near in his back yard. If the shooting is not stopped tiM threat Is made that the boys will be reported to the juvenile court.

COLLIDE IN SNOW While making a turn on North State Friday night, Mrs. Heep, In a light car, was run into by an unknown motorist who was blinded by the falling snow, it was stated. Both cars were damaged considerably and are being repaired at local garages. OUT FOR TREASURER p. W.

Handy this week announces hts candidacy for city treasurer of Ukiah city. The election will be held AprU 11. Henry Peirson is the Incumbent TO CONSULT SPECIALISTS Mrs. Al Catendo Al, left Sunday for San Francisco to consult specialists, whose care the youngster has been under for several weeks. They expect to return aest MOTORIST FINED Alphonso CatronI, who was arrested Saturday for reckless driving near the Forks, was sentenced in the justice court by Judge Hoffman, -lday, to pay a fine of $25 or in default to spend one day for every two dollars of the fine in the county jail.

Catroni was given until the 15th of next month to raise the money. gram in seeking to render valuable Iservlce by discovering the city's needs and a willingness to oo- operate with other civic organizations in an attempt to meet them. Mr. Mannon says Ukiah is his home town. He has witnessed Its growth and development through the years and Is profoundly Interested in its weUaiis and future progress.

He said representatives of the various avocations would probably name different needs mfluenced by their or profession and point Of view, aU of which might be of prime importance. Being a banker he naturally viewed conditions from a financial standpoint. The investigator seeks always the cause and true students' one question Is always "Why?" It is the banker's opinion that ir ws can without becoming too depressed, we should ponder over present conditions and think long and deeply about its cause.s and effects If in so doing we can warn future generations from following In our weai-y way. He asserts that the present world, wide business depression has two primary causes. The first crime which the world committed and must expiate was tim World war.

Its devastation resulted in an unbelievable destruction of material wealth not considering ttw wastage of human life, the wreckage of neutralities and the awful hatee The loss of $500,000,000,000 can hardly be translated into terms the lay mind can Putting the amount Into man years required to earn or amass this amount it silU remains ununderstandable. Besides using the wealth Immediately available, debts amounting to $200,000,000,000 were hicurred. Russia abolished her debt by revolu- (Continaed on page Bl The pear management study benefits growers The growers who co-operated in the study and the Mendocino County Agricultural Extension Service are to be congratu- Jated on the completion of the five-year pear management study which brings to a focus many of the problems of this important county industry The principles of orchard management contained in this study must be applied, of course, in relation to the individual problem.s of each grower, but they should prove an invaluable aid in making pear growing a more profitable enterprise. SAVINGS BANK of Mendocino County Bank WHli Ue Grow With Us.