Coral Gables Historical Archive
Coral Gables Riviera
Friday, June 27, 1941, page 6 (of 8)
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CORAL GABLES RIVIERA
AN INDEPENDENT COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER Published every Friday by the Miami Riviera Publishing Company, 306 Coral Way, Coral Gables, Florida Established January, 1926 Combined with the Dade County and Coconut Grove Times, 1929. ALBERT E. HARUM President and Publisher JAMES B. MOORE Managing Editor Mailing Address, P. O. Box 704 Telephone 4-1634 SUBSCRIPTION RATES One Year by Carrier, Coral Gables and Immediate vicinity - $2.00 Six months $1.25 One Year by Mail $3.00 Entered as second class matter May 21, 1926, at the Postoffice at Miami, Florida, under Act of March 3, 1879.
To the Gables---Hello!
We're glad of an excuse to set aside the anonymity of a newspaper's editorial page to say a very personal Hello! to Coral Gables - its citizens, its business men, its officials and to the beautiful city itself. Newspapermen and women, by the very nature of their business, are listeners and recorders, not talkers. They are the means of dissemination of news which occurs in the community which their newspaper serves. Seldom is there an excuse for writing their own thoughts. The expressions of welcome we have received during the past week provide that excuse to express our appreciation for the city's cordiality. It also gives us an excuse to record a few of our own concepts of what a newspaper is and what it should do, so that you may know us better as we hope to know you. The primary purpose of any newspaper, wherever located, is to present the news: precisely, completely, without exaggeration, correctly, and without bias. That is to be our aim in the Coral Gables Riviera. But more than that, the newspaper is the mouthpiece of a community - not one clique, not one party, but of every person in the community who has a side to present, a story to tell. The columns of the Riviera will be open to all. It will be strictly non-partisan politically as well as in every other aspect. We hope that the staff of the Riviera, which has given so much of itself to the newspaper in the past, will give its loyalty to the new management just as unstintingly. The only new face in The Riviera office will be our own. We might be accused of shirking our responsibility if we didn't speak of newspapering as a business - just as much a one as any which lines the business section of the Gables. That it happens to be fun to us all the same time - what with 12 years of smelling printers' ink and liking it - is merely coincidental. A newspaper lives by selling space, advertising space. Accordingly we hope to keep those who now use our columns for advertising and to win more. Consider this a promise: that we'll work hard and long to fulfill our conception of a newspaper's duty to the community; that we'll make every effort, with your help, to give our readers a better paper, and that, coincident with this, advertisers will find the Riviera a more competent and complete sales medium.
Nice Work, Kiwanians
During the past week, Andrew Houston, president of the Coral Gables Kiwanis Club, turned over a check for $220 to the Amidon Music Company for musical instruments for the Ponce de Leon High School Band. The addition of this check makes a total of $2,400 contributed by the Kiwanians to the high school band since it was organized three years ago. To date, seven boys have received scholarships, worth $250 each, per year, and four more scholarships are expected for the fall. The club's interest and aid is not only appreciated by the Ponce de Leon members, but by every person interested in the progress of the community. The Kiwanis Club is deserving of high commendation.
How The Tourist Spends His Dollar
Interest in the distribution of the dollars spent by winter and summer visitors in Florida is widespread judging from the requests coming to the office of Hotel Commissioner Hunter G. Johnson, with special reference to the aggregate sums gathered in by the various business participating. Assuming that the total amount spent by visitors during the year ending May 1, 1941, as reported by the State Hotel Commission - $445,000,000.00 - is approximately correct, and that a composite of the several "breakdowns," recently published, is taken as a basis, the distribution would be as follows: Hotels for rooms only | 11.3c | $50,285,000.00 Restaurants and dining rooms | 9.7c | 43,165,000.00 Merchants | 13.3c | 59,185,000.00 Autos and Accessories | 10.4c | 46,280,000.00 Amusements | 9.6c | 42,720,000.00 Apartments and rooms | 8.9c | 39,605,000.00 Light, gas, other utilities | 8.7c | 38,715,000.00 Food and housekeeping visitors | 8.5c | 37,825,000.00 Gas, oil, garage rent, etc. | 5.0c | 22,250,000.00 Professional, personal service | 3.2c | 14,240,000.00 Laundry and cleaners | 3.0c | 13,350,000.00 Drugs and sundries | 1.6c | 7,120,000.00 Miscellaneous | 6.8c | 30,260,000.00 Total | 100.00c | $445,000,000.00 The foregoing table would indicate that the tourist's dollar passes through many hands, adding to the general prosperity of the state, rather than into the cash registers of a favored few. There has been a rather general impression that the hotels and restaurants were the chief beneficiaries of tourist trade, but if the accompanying table is within shouting distance of being right, it proves that practically every business in Florida participates in the flood of dollars brought in every year by visitors whether in summer or in winter.
PALS
DRAWN FOR NATIONAL SAFETY COUNCIL
OUR TOWN :: By JIM MOORE
Because his architect's training has taught him the value of space conservation, Upton C. Ewing's vacation this year will probably cost him several hundred dollars less than it would the average motorist making the same trip. The Ewings (Upton and Lois) are leaving Sunday for a motor jaunt that will take in the major portion of the western states and have converted their sedan into a regular traveling hotel. Probably the most unique part is the kitchen. It is an icebox enette which fits snugly into the trunk of the car. Here, in addition ordinarily occupied by two suitcases, are an icebox, food cupboards, utility drawer and running water. The cabinet, containing these features, was designed and installed by Mr. Ewing. It is finished in grey enamel, trimmed in red, and looks, for all the world, like a minitaure kitchen cabinet. The water tank is also built into the trunk compartment and is filled by removing a cap in the fender. The spigot is also concealed in a fender compartment which has space for a drinking glass and tooth brushes. Screens are provided on all the car windows and the front and back seats are magically turned into a double bed with a flick of the wrist. A compartment for storing clothes is concealed in the back of the real seat. "Roughing it" is not new to the Ewings, because they made a similar trip five years ago, spurning hotels and tourist cabins and camping out in the automobile! Ewing, who in addition to his architectural skill, is a painter of no mean ability, plans to spend a great deal of his time capturing the scenic glories of of the West on his canvas. Like modern gypsies, the local couple will head westward on the southern route and return by the northern one, visiting the Grand Canyon, national parks and other vacation spots. They have mapped out no definite schedule and will travel "as the spirit moves them," returning to Coral Gables and more home designing in the fall. While we have always leaned towards the comforts of a hotel with room service at our elbow, we can't help but envy the Ewings and their happy-go-lucky journey. We wish them God speed and will be looking for their return in the fall.
★ SCOUT NEWS ★
Troop No. 7 had two scout meetings last week. Scoutmeetings this week opened with troop company street by patrols. Patrol reports were given by patrol leaders. The Boy Scout Oath and Laws were given by Edward Selden. Business was discussed. A brief inspection was held by Frank Brooks and John McWhorter. Boxing matches were held. Closing exercises were as follows: singing of taps with bugle echo by Chris Harris. Troop dismissed with Scoutmaster's Benediction. -John Peacock, Scribe. Troop 38 started its summer meetings last night by welcoming our new scoutmaster, Mr. Bush, who is connected with the power company. Mr. Ray-The former scoutmaster, Mr. A. B. Patterson, has been transferred to West Palm Beach with the power company. Mr. Raymond Brown, Sr., also of PAA, is assistant scoutmaster. Raymond Brown, Jr., is a junior counsellor at Snapper Creek. Robert Lindbergh is also at Snapper Creek. Regular meetings are Thursday evening at 7 at the Coral Gables Methodist Church. -Gordon Graig, Jr. Members of Circle One of the First Presbyterian Church Woman's Association are sponsoring sewing bees at members' houses. The circle members will take orders for aprons made to order or otherwise. Money earned goes to missionary fund.
Safety Council Urges Caution
Tampa, June 26 (PNS)-Again the Florida Safety Council is calling on the people of Florida to exercise every caution through the Fourth of July holiday period. "Holiday traffic," Director Asher Frank points out, "is always a hazard for the motorist. Records show July to be one of the worst traffic accident months. During that period folks are pleasure bent; they are on vacations and they are not thinking of the dangers that lurk on the crowded highways." A year ago 6 persons were killed in accidents; 4 were drowned, 2 killed in traffic accidents in this state, while there were numerous injured. "Be cautious," urges Frank, "and live to see another Independence Day. Don't over-play, don't go swimming until an hour after eating, don't take chances on the highway, and be careful when diving to avoid shallow water.
United States Senator Wil-
United States Senator William H. Smathers of New Jersey acted as the 'perfect father on Father's Day when he fed a group of Atlantic City newsboys peanut butter sandwiches at an orange sherbet at the Florida Exhibit at Atlantic City. Mrs. Smathers, daughter of James Foley of Winter Haven, accompanied him.
It was reliably reported from
Washington last week that Oscar Johnson, secretary to Senator Claude Pepper, is to be appointed Director of the Office of Government Reports in Jacksonville, and that former State Representative G. Pierce Wood will succeed him as the Senator's secretary.
IN OUR MAIL
The mail column of The Riviera is open to anyone who, has anything to say on any subject provided that what the correspondent has to say does not enter the realm of libel. Readers are encouraged to voice their feelings on civic and political matters. All letters must be signed although the names will be withheld and kept in strict confidence if so requested. Editor, The Riviera: Why can't the city fathers and the Woman's Club resolve their differences, as differences, and start with the idea that they both want the same thing in this legal entanglement with the WPA. From what I hear, things will go on in the future exactly as they have been in the past. The question of who has the title to property seems a good deal less important than who has possession of that property. The Woman's Club wants one thing and the City wants the same thing. Have both been asked by the WPA to comply with certain regulations set up for the government to avoid malfeasance, misfeasance and fraud. No one can say that there is anything remotely like those in this case. Let both parties stop pulling the same rope lest they suddenly discover there is no one holding the other end. In fact, both should drop the rope and solve the problem across a table. TAXPAYER. Editor, The Riviera: Some of us who live here all the year around have lost our sense of appreciation of what is offered to us. We sit and wait until the winter visitors arrive to tell us of the glories of the Venetian Pool, for instance. Right in our midst is this wonderful source of recreation and refreshment. More of us in the Gables should use our pool and "sell" it to our neighbors and visitors. ONE WHO DOES.
Recognition by the Florida
State Fair of the substantial and praiseworthy achievements of Florida negro farmers has been given by the Fair board and manager Strinder announced last week that a new building would be constructed to house this steadily growing department which has outgrown its present quarters.
Some 270 boys from all sec-
Some 270 boys from all sections of Florida have assembled in Tallahassee to participate in the annual "Boys' State". This event is sponsored by the American Legion and is intended to provide the boys with a fundamental knowledge of state government.
Congressman Peterson re-
Congressman Peterson reports that negotiations are being carried on for the establishment of a qudet training school to be located near Avon Park. The school, which is approved by the War Department, will be similar to those now in operation at Arcadia and Lakeland.
Carlock Hawk Reappointed To Pastorate
The Rev. Carlock Hawk, pastor of the Coral Gables Methodist Church, has been returned to his pastorate for another year, according to an announcement made at the annual conference held last week at Daytona Beach. He came here a year ago from Hyde Park Methodist Church, Tampa. "The year just past has been the greatest in the history of the Coral Gables Church," Dr. Hawk said. "The new church school unit was built and furnished and dedicatory services will be held this fall." Also during Dr. Hawk's pastorate, 80 new members were added, 50 by certificates and 30 by vows. The sum of $18,625, including all missionary monies and Sunday school offering was raised during the past year in the local church.
T-Man Speaker At Kiwanis Meet
The activities of the United States Secret Service were explained to members of the Kiwanis Club, Tuesday, when Henry F. Tyson, agent in charge of the South Florida district, addressed the luncheon meeting at the Country Club of Coral Gables. Tyson told Kiwanians that through a three-year educational program, the Treasury Department had reduced the amount of counterfeit money circulated from $180,000 per month to $5,000. He stated that out of $68,000,000 in bills handled by the racetracks here last season, only one spurious piece of money turned up. Less than $150 was passed in the entire state of Florida. C. M. Hoffman, lieutenant-governor of Kiwanis, presented a report on the national convention, held in Atlanta, stating that the national defense was the theme of the meeting.
Road Rules For Convoys
The first set of instructions for motorists who meet motorized military convoys on the highways has been put forth by the South Florida Motor Club. The rules, manager Stuart B. Wrigth said, follow conferences between motor club officials and the War Department and are for the purpose of the safety of all who use the highways. No attempt should be made to pass military convoys in cities where they usually will have motorcycle police escorts to clear them through stop lights and clearing traffic along their route, suggestions from the War Department read. In such cases the motorist should pull to the side of the road or curb and accord the convoy the same right-of-way that would ordinarily be shown the fire department or an ambulance. In the open roads outside the city limits, convoys not on urgent schedules usually travel with sufficient space between vehicles to permit a private motorist to pass with safety, but it is pointed out, that caution should be observed at all times and that common courtesy and rules of the road should be maintained, no passing on hills and curves and with the overtaking car responsible.
Bill Powell and Myrna Loy are co-starred again in "Love
Crazy", which opens Saturday for a three-day run at the Gables Theatre.
Marlene Dietrich and Bruce Cabot are starred in "The Flame of
New Orleans," playing Sunday and Monday at the Grove Theatre.
GROVE Theatre
20 Cents MATINEE Saturday-Sunday 1:45 | Phone 4-4929 FREE SMOKING LOGE | 30 Cents EVENINGS (Inc. Tax) 6:45 SUNDAY-MONDAY-JUNE 29-30 Marlene DIETRICH in The FLAME of NEW ORLEANS with BRUCE CABOT ROLAND YOUNG MISCHA AUER ANDY DEVINE MELVILLE COOPER EDDIE QUILLAN Laura HOPE CREWS FRANK JENKS DIRECTED BY RENE CLAIR Written by Norman Krasna PRODUCED BY JOE PASTERNAK A UNIVERSAL PICTURE 2H TUESDAY-WEDNESDAY-JULY 1-2 LLOYD NOLAN in Michael Shayne, Private Detective Marjorie WEAVER JOAN VALERIE WALTER ABEL ELIZABETH PATTERSON DONALD MacBRIDE DOUGLAS DUMBRILLE A 20th Century-Fox Picture
GABLES THEATRE
Air Conditioned GABLES THEATRE Phone 4-1221 25c MATINEE TAX INCLUDED 35c EVENINGS Smoking Loge - No Extra Charge Open Daily 2 P. M. Saturday-Monday June 28-30 WILLIAM POWELL MYRNA LOY "LOVE CRAZY" WITH Gail PATRICK - Jack CARSON Florence BATES - Sidney BLACKMER Tues.-Wed. July 1-2 BOB CROSBY RUTH TERRY "Rookies on Parade" GERTRUDE NIESEN Thursday July 3 ROBERT STERLING MARSHA HUNT "I'll Wait for You" PAUL KELLY STARTS FRIDAY-JULY 4 Robert Taylor in "Billy the Kid" Brian Donlevy Mary Howard with Ian Hunter
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