San Fernando Valley Times from San Fernando, California • 18

VA! LEY TIMES fuesday, August 18, 1942 VN NH SF Summer Food 'Van Nuys Motorist Save OnIOCD Important! Valley Was Discovered in 1769 I ffb ortoin Expedition Found Region 1 i Carnival for Gasoline With 1 A SzP Market Auto, Cut Down To Only S. INTrui Nuys Life a NORTH HOLLYWOODYou ,1 VAN NUYS Without do INOWKI-1 1101.1.1 vv i uu VAN NUYS Without Father was to establish centers of missionary activity as equally distant apart as possible so that not more than one day's journey Editor's Note; This is the first of a series Of articles about the history of the an Fernando Valley. The next in. stalment will follow In an early doubt, one of the busiest and most active offices in all an Nuys is the sion was not merely to fill the gap between the Missions of San Gabriel and Ventura, but, as in the case of all the other California Missions, to persuade the pagan Indians to accept Christianity, to teach them useful trades and to live a healthy. normal, civilized life of accomplishment, and to convert an indolent, pagan savage population into a civilized, self-sustaining, Christian society.

In this purpose the Franciscan missionaries were remarkably successful in spite of insurmountable obstacles and political interference until their property was finally confiscated by the unscrupulous Mexican politicians after Mexico had obtained her independence from Spain, a new condition which in some respects at that time proved to be not altogether an unmixed blessing. (To Be Continued) Office of Civilian Defense, usul IStIe. separate one mission from ally referred to by the initiated The San Fernando Valley was the next. Late in the summer as "OCD." by an expedition un-'rof 1797 only two gaps in the Here, Major Richard F. Sor- der Don Gaspar de Portola on chain of missions remained to be tomme, director of the Van Nuys August 5, 1769.

Father Juan 'closed. One of these gaps was of history, were administered from Los Angeles as they are for most of the Valley today. Velcomed By Owner Arriving at Encino Ranch, the expedition was welcomed by the owner, Francisco Reyes, then mayor of Los Angeles. After lunch and a two-hour rest, the expedition accompanied the alcalde to select a site for the new mission. The knowledge of the exact location of the original site favored by the expedition seems to be ambiguous, but all reports appear to indicate that it was are all invited to breakfast this tc I Friday and Saturday at the A 7' -i.

Super Market at 4170 Lanker-lw-- .4 1 Ar, shim, to celebrate thr big food carnival between 9 a.m. and no.on,! you'll be served tomato juice, i- hotcakes with butten and syrup. 4 and a cup of coffee. There will be Carnation milk for the chit. dren, who must be accompanied by adults.

From 3 to 6 p.rni. on Friday and Saturday, free "hot dogs" 4. -t1 will be served, so rim can shop all day for the big food values 4, 1. Zur In complete comford "And there kih No -N -Ar4 will be hundreds of big values in all kinds of food steffs on Thurs- so day, Friday and Salurday, Says 0 r.4411:1100. R.

M. Weber, manager of the Th market. "There's plenty of free 744i, 4 parking space, and the break- 1., 1 fasts and hot dogs will be just i I vii. 1, tr as plentiful, so be sure to come. 7, 1'.

41' Watch for the big announcement! ELDON IIASON AND "HOPPED DOWN" AUTO In Friday's Valley Times." By JEANN'E HORW'EDEL group to "operate" on the cars. Heart Attack Claims Victim nvilian defense in this area chaplain of the expedi- between the San Buenaventura some distance due north of the However, it is not alone 1 tion, named the locality Santa and the San Gabriel Missions. final and present location of the he routine working of the de Bononea de los En- Party Arrives Mission, and was selected prin.hat occupies the major's mind. I cinos. Thus the valley became The Spanish colonial govern- cipally because of the abundant le is also director of the Van known as the Encino (Oak) Val- ment was very desirous of corn- fresh water supply offered by N'uys Legion Phonograph drive; ley.

To the Indians it has been Ple ling this plan as early as pos- the artesian wells in the big Cien- wad of the civilian canning pro- known as Achois Comshavit. sible and offered every encour- ega that existed on the present gram at the Van Nuys High The expedition camped here un agement and assistance except site of the Mission Wells just school; chief observer of the Air- til Sunday afternoon, August 7. adequate financial aid to this west of San Fernando Road be- craft Warning Service, aud even Accol-ding to Father Crespi, many end. On August 19, 1795, an ex- tween San Fernando and Sylmar. other titles and duties.

Indians visited the camp, each edition consisting of a Francis- This source became the water In this same office also, the Indian bringing some article of can missionary named Fr. Vin- supply for the Mission as It had Van Nuys unit, Women's Ambu- food as a gift, and the Spaniards cente de Santa Maria, a second been for a large Indian settle- lance and Defense Corps holds made to all Indians suitable re lieutenant, a sergeant, and four ment adjacent to its site for un- sway, with Capt. Catherine Layne turn gifts such as beads and rib- I soldiers of the Spanish colonial told generations, and after the commanding. Assisting her is bons. the Ventura Mission for the pur- of the completion of the Los An- Another important function, army arrived in this valley from missionary period until the time Lieut.

Rita Wall. The intention of the Franciscan pose of locating a site for a new geles aqueduct this water source I mission to fill the gap between was the principal water supply with Mrs. Knash in charge, is the central office for the area of the, tificates instead of ribbons will the missions of San Gabriel and for part of the town of San Fen Aircraft Warning Service. I be awarded by the San Fernando Ventura. The expedition rode to nando and for many square miles Of course, the canning sugar alley Poultry Association.

They the rancho of Don Francisco 1 of agricultural territory south I activities, under the direction of will be signed by the judge mak Reyes, then alcalde or mayor of and west of the town. the Parent-Teacher Association, 1 big the awards, giving the exhib-I the little pueblo of Los Angeles. Now Pumping Station civilian defense in this area holds Crespi, chaplain of the expedisway. However, it is not alone tion, named the locality Santa the routine working of the OCD 1Catalina de Bononea de los En-that occupies the major's mtndicinos. Thus the valley became Ile is also director of the Van known as the Encino (Oak) Val-Nuys Legion Phonograph drive; 'ley.

To the Indians it has been head of the civilian canning pro- known as Achois Comshavit. gram at the Van Nuys High The expedition camped here unschool; chief observer of the Air- til Sunday afternoon, August 7. craft Warning Service, aud even Accol-ding to Father Crespi, many other titles and duties. Indians visited the camp, each In this same office also, the Indian bringing some article of Van Nuys unit, Women's Ambu- food as a gift, and the Spaniards lance and Defense Corps holds made to all Indians suitable re-sway, with Capt. Catherine Layne turn gifts such as beads and rib-commanding.

Assisting her is bons. Lieut. Rita Wall. 1 The intention of the Franciscan Another important with Mrs. Knash in charge, is the tificates instead of ribbons will central office for the area of the some distance due north of the final and present location of the Mission, and was selected principally because of the abundant fresh water supply offered by the artesian wells in the big Cienega that existed on the present site of the Mission Wells just west of San Fernando Road be, tween San Fernando and Sylmar.

This source became the water supply for the Mission as it had been for a large Indian settlement adjacent to its site for untold generations, and after the missionary period until the time of the completion of the Los Angeles aqueduct this Water source was the principal water supply for part of the town of San Fen Customers Column Mr. Tipton spends niost of his time between here and Oregon where he now has a ranch, making the trips in a Pontiac which is In similar condition. On one trip the ear pulled a trailer with a grand piano over all the grades between here and the northern spot. So what is 1Vashingt on arguing about? II, ILICII IS 1:11 llllll IUM On one trip the ear pulled a trailer with a grand piano over all the grades between here and the northern spot. So what is 1Vashington arguing about? CANOGA PARKWalter Burdette, 67, of 20250 Sherman way, writer, died unexpectedly from a heart attack while working in the garden of his home, after having eaten dinner at 4 p.m., according to a Valley Police report.

Mr. Burdette apparently be. coming ill after working a few minutes, came back to the house to sit down in a chair on the front porch. He complained to his wife, Alwina, of not feeling well and "having oaten too much." He started to shake violently and turned pale. Mrs.

Burdette called a neighbor, A. G. Soloman, who called Dr. Gundrum of Canogl Park, who pronounced the man dead upon his arrival. The body was taken to the Noble mortuary in San SENDS POEM Editor, Valley Times: My sister in Spokane sent me this poem and I thought it too good to keep to myself.

Mrs. H. E. Groff, Pacoima. with Frank Keffer 1 itor a permanent record of This ranch was located near I Today it is an important pump.

I attracts throngs to the office. I achievement. the present site of Encino and ing station of the Los Angeles located in the San Fernando Val. recommendation were made and the National Salvage Only licensed American Poultry! was the first ranch ever to be water system. After reports and I gram has just headquartered Association judges will officiate.

I here. Yesit's a busy spot, this Andrew Stodel, of Van Nuys, and 1 ley, having been established un-11 duly approved by the mission- OCD office. E. I. Hammond of Riverside, al-1 der a conditional land grant in aries and government authorities, i toWtoe.PeowtoovootoeOtt ready have been engaged and11795.

After the establishment of 1 the San Fernando Mission was 'others will be present should the the Mission, the lands of this founded by Fr. Fermin Francisco THE PARTING Certificates Of i contest be so large that two ranch were incorporated into the de Lasuen on September 8, 1797, I've spent so many hours with 1 judges cannot handle thent. Ev- final land grant to the Mission the name of the Valley having I effort will be made to make by the king of Spain, and it been changed from Encino Valle And planned so many things the awards quickly and without passed out of existence. The to San Fernando Rey de Espan you, Award Due or a to do. I delay so exhibitors will not be 1 owner was recompensed by an- on November 12, 1796, by the While bending over you, it Poultry Sho NV I kept in suspense, and to give! other grant elsewhere.

It is in- de Branciforte, Viceroy seems, them a chance to display their Iteresting to note at this point of Mexico. The mission was soon You're part and parcel of my To make the awards at the, winners to the large number of' that even at that early date the moved from its original location dreams. show' visitors one day poultry show 'visitors expected by virtue of; political affairs of the to its present one. The object in Sunday, Sept. 6 more lasting, free admission.

such as they were at this period I establishing San Fernando Mis. with Frank Keffer supervising 1 itor a permanent record of! This ranch was located near Today it is an important pump- ,1 hould the the Mission, the lands of this founded by Fr. Fermin Francisco that two ranch were incorporated into the de Lasuen on September 8, 1797, Ev- final land grant to the Mission the name of the Valley having to make by the king of Spain, and it been changed from Encino Valley i without passed out of existence. The to San Fernando Rey de Espana II not be owner was recompensed by an- on November 12, 1796, by the I to give other grant elsewhere. It is in- Marquis de Branciforte, Viceroy )lay their teresting to note at this point of Mexico.

The mission was soon lumber of that even at that early date the moved from its original location virtue of political affairs of the valley, to its present one. The object in such as they were at this period establishing San Fernando Mis When God gave out brains, I thought he said trains, And I missed mine. Can't be done eh? Oh yes it can, said Elden Mason of 1123 Varna avenue, Van Nuys, after reading Washing-ton, D. discussions on the subject of taking cylinders from cars to save on gas mileage. Mr.

Mason has been running a Cadillac of 1931 vintage, which has been converted Into a 6, for the past three years, changing his mileage from 9 miles per gallon to 19 miles per gallon. He has taken numerous trips over the ridge route, up steep mountain climbs, through sandy roads, and on long treks and the motor is smooth as a sewing machine. The car can make 60 miles an hour without- effort but Mr. Mason says he does not want to drive that fast anyway, now that tires are scarce. An even number of cylinders should be kept.

however, according to Mr. Mason, in order to balance, and the motor retuned in order to equalize the load, but considering the saving in fuel alone, is worth the S1012 he states "the job" cost. A friend, Harold Tipton, former North Hollywood mechanic who likewise has a "cut cylinder" car, was the first of the When God gave out looks, I thought he said books, And I didn't want any. 0 It's your duty to vote. When God gave out noses, I thought he said roses, And I ordered a big red one.

I've stood by you down through the years Sometimes with smiles, sometimes with tears, And countless are the little prayers, I've breathed upon you unawares. 4 40 4 4 114010s When God gave out legs, I thought he said kegs, And I ordered two fat ones. THE $50.00 WINNER $1 001 egi 111. When God gave out ears, I thought he said beers, And I ordered two big ones. But you have chanj-ed! And, oh, how much! You shiver at my slightest touch And walk away from me, indeed, When pressing is my want or need.

A Then God gave out heads, I thought he said beds, And I asked for a soft one. Old ironing board your work is done, I'll have to buy another, one! --SuzyQue of Pacoima, When God gave out necks, I thought he said cheeks, And I jokingly asked for a rubber one. Roy! Ain't I a mess? (Author unknown) Mrs. whose picture should appear at the left, could have been the lucky winner of The Valley Times Dividend Day first prize. The drawing was held at The Valley Times office and the winning numbers published in the following Tuesday paper.

Had Mrs. saved the coupon her Valley Times carrier pre. sented, she would have been surprised to find, upon checking the winners, that her number was drawn for first prize. Standing so proud and high And the tiny purple pansies Still in their bed close by. As he grew tired and sleepy, I Slowly descending the western sky The people all turned their faces And bid him a goodbye.

They knew that tomorrow He would come again And walk the same paths over And warm the heart of our fellow man. MY LITTLE My dear little to me And carefully knee And twining his MY LITTLE My dear little to me And carefully knee And twining his c-tot ''Ic'I''''''''''f' I I il r4' 1:: GRANDSON grandson came crept upon my arms 'round my neck, just so, Said, Grandpa, where do all the soldiers go? And why, when they go marching by no you and Mommie have tears in your eyes? Mommie says they're marching through To victory for me and you. Who Is Mrs. ABE YOU? A SOLDIER'S SONG Where'er I go, in memory I'll see This land which is so dear to me. The lovely valleys and the hills, Fair green fields and mountain rills; Kindly folk and friendly smiles Will march with me through all the miles.

If, God willing, I do return With joy my sick heart will burn To set my feet upon the shore Of this land, and leave no more. This land which is the soul of me, I pray to Glti again I'll see. Oh land so fair, so dear, Land where there is no fear. of my mother love, Blessed of God above. All thy sons love thee America the free.

V. Blair. Van Nuys. 1:07 Did Not Cheek her Coupon Number With the Wind. ners.

If anyone wonders about the beauty We just ask them to comet and look, For we know it's more beautiful Than anything they read in books. We know the sun should be happy As it goes about carefree, Anyone should be contented In -dear old San Fernando Valley. Mrs. Mabel Vivian Baker, 20.000 Lanark street, Canoga Park, Calif. MY NEIGHBOR I've a sweet little neighbor next door 10 MP, But, Gee, is site nosey, just wait and see.

I She says, good morning, it's a beautiful day. DID YOU? LI 4 Ix that where rny Daddy went? Is he fighting for defense? That's what Mommie told me when Daddy marched away with the other men. And Grandpa, why is Mommie sad? Shouldn't she be awfully glad That my Daddy, a soldier can be? To Eght for freedom and liberty? June 26, 1942. Ail rights reserved) 0 $307.00 To BE GIVEN NEXT DIVIDEND DAY Mrs. Was Not Present At the Polak.

Dalling, For She Did Not Claim the Prize Then and There. Plus a S5.00 Bonus For ing Present. WERE YOIT'? ITS your husband working? I Are your children at play? 1 EVENTIDE The evening sun is sinking, 1 Down behind the hill. The little song birds in the trees. NMI soon all be still.

1 Will soon all be still. 0 LSI $7700 (Many smaller prizes were also unclaimed.) Van Nuys District North Hollywood Burbank San Fernando 130" And when he comes home What are you doing this after. Will we be proud of him! i noon? That he was a real hero too, that your brother crooning a The happy, tired children That fought for Mommie, me tune? I Will soon go to their beds. and you. 1What are you having for supperi While lovely dreams, Maureen Ke Van, 1 tonight? I Go racing through their little 6428 Vesper avenue, Gee, my husband has such a heads.

Van Nuys, Calif. i big appetite. The babies will cease their I cooing, BEAUTIFUL SAN FERNANDO I used to bake both pies and cake, And shut each tiny eye. VALLEY But haven't done a hit of late. 1While high above us overhear, The sun arose one morning I I'm trying to save on sugar, you The stars shine in the sky.

And lazily looking around I see The yellow moon will start to 1 He said, "I must see what's For canning fruit, takes a lot shine, happening for roe. The world will all be still. In the little villages and Is your mending done, I Until the morning comes again, So he slowly climbed the moun. I saw you ironing awdy, And the birds begin their trill. tam high Do you get it all done up in Grace M.

Warner, And smiling looked below, 1 a day? i Van Nuys. Saying "This valley Is beautiful, 1 0 And aren't you glad Through It I will go," i When you're all through? Paco i an Faces And you've nothing He kissed the cheek of the. m.t dichno ifs .1,, 1 rie Inf! cneets ot ine But dishes to do? I Get your new coupon from your Valley Times carrier when he calls at your home. DON'T BE A MRS. SAVE YOUR COUPON.

Winners Who Claimed Prizes Were: Lucille Hughbanks, 5230 Bellingham, North Hollywood $35.00 Ina McAvoy, 5810 Riverton, North Hollywood $15.00 Mn. H. Z. Carter, 6535 Ben North Hollywood $15.00 Mrs. Bernard Lemke, 309 Beh lany Road, Burbank $15.00 Mn.

821 N. Rose, Burbank $10.00 Mn. Phoebe Craigh, 11216 Burbank No. Hollywood $10.00 Chas. Van Metre, 4018 Magnolia Burbank 5.00 Mn.

Wafer Lowell, 1508 N. Ontario, Burbank it 540 Mrs. Jack Stone, 6419 Kraft, North Hollywood if 5.00 Mn. G. Sick ler, 5141 'Clump, North Hollywood II 3.00 Mrs.

Mao Moniot, 15721 Vanowen, Van Nuys 3.00 Mn. Wm. Too Ian, 4305 Good land, North Hollywood 3.00 Mrs. David Cavenah, 4238 Shadyglade, North Hollywood 3.00 Ray Whitney, 223t3 Cedar, Burbank 3.00 Mn. R.

r. Ziske, 9211 Ralston, Burbank 11 3.00 Mrs. R. Wilson 11308 McCormick, North Hollywood 2.00 Fern Walker, 4523 Laurel Grove, North Hollywood 2.00 F. K.

Crawford, 813 N. Parish, Burbank 2.00 R. T. Coffin, 840 Magnolia, Burbank 2.00 Chas, Evans 4748 Laurel Canyon, North Hollywood 2.00 Mrs. E.

R. emits, 11018 Morrison, North Hollywood if 2.00 Martha Donnelly, 5507 Elmer, North Hollywood 2.00 your oranges 1 Charge in Draft And went merrily on his way. 'Now this little neighbor isn't: I That is why we get "SunKist" nosey a bit, PACOIMAJesus Cl. Tolentino, oranges She Just wants to be friendly, Mexican laborer, xkas taken to Tn ocr beautiful state today, But don't know where to quit. the Valley Police station in Van Then touching the laughing 'And I sure would miss her Nuys when he was unable to pro.

children, i If she moved away. his Selective Service regis Making their bodies a lovely Iler cheerful good.morning, litration card, and booked on tt brown What you doing today? charge of failing to register for And for their tiny bare feet the draft. He bent and warmed ibe ground. And I hope I'll always have a Tolentino told police he had neighbor, served in the Army but hart been He gazed at the morning glory As pleasant as she, released when he became physi. And it awakened so lazily.

And I prove as good one, cally disqualified. Ile was arrest. It said, "I only need one guess As she Is to me. 1 ed when he was unable to find To guess who awakened me." Maureen Ke Van, I the card at his home where of-Then peeping, at the hollyhock Van Nuys, Calif. fleet); took him.

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