Coral Gables Riviera-Times

DAILY November 3rd CORAL GABLES Riviera - Times DAILY November 3rd VOL. 21 — No. 37 TWO SECTIONS CORAL GABLES, FLORIDA, FRIDAY, SEPT. 26, 1947 12 PAGES TEN CENTS

MAYES ADDRESSES LIONS Consolidation Described As Two-edged Axe Menacing Coral Gables

The proposed consolidation of the City of Miami and the County of Dade was pictured this week as a two-edged ax with unknown taxes honing each blade by former Mayor Thomas C. Mayes. Mayes addressed members of the Coral Gables Lions Club at the Country Club of Coral Gables. 'Mystery' Criticised The speaker's major criticism of the consolidation constituted the mystery which surrounded its final operation. "Under the present proposal the actual operation of the consolidation will not be known in full until its adoption by the State as a constitutional amendment." Mayes declared. He characterized it as "buying a pig in a poke" and saw in the proposal a threat of taxes and more taxes until Gablets were forced to merge with Miami in self defense. "Coral Gables is assured that it will be unaffected but no one is in a position to tell just how or if we will be affected," Mayes said. "In setting up the charter after the passage of the amendment we are placing the cart before the horse. We are concerned with the use of the tax money we pay the county—which will also be the city of Miami—for purposes from which we will derive no benefit. "The proposal includes the establishment of a county-wide police department and Mayes pointed out that "we would be obliged to pay for its operation despite the fact that we have a satisfactory police department of our own. "The unfortunate part of the whole business is that Coral Gables will have little to say in the formation of the charter which will govern us because of the concentration of voting power within the City of Miami," the former mayor declared. Five new members of the club were inducted prior to Commissioner Mayes speech. They were Al Collins, Robt. Standart, M. Frank Chaire, Robt. Randolph and Fred Bomhoff. Program chairman for the day was William Swain.

STATE AID ASKED FOR STORM WORK City Manager With Confers Gov. Caldwell

A chance that part of Coral Gables' storm clearance costs may be borne by state funds was expressed here today as a result of a meeting with Governor Millard Caldwell yesterday in West Palm Beach. The meeting was attended by City Manager William T. McIlwain who joined other municipal officials in the storm area in urging that the state allocate funds to help defray rehabilitation work. Coral Gables, which received comparatively light damage as a result of last week's storm, was reported "all clear" today. Parkway crews had completed most of the work of removing debris from thoroughfares and the fire alarm system was reported back in working order. Cost to the city for clearing away storm litter has been estimated as under $30,000, which is covered by a special mill levy for a hurricane fund.

Gables Building Passes Nine Million Dollars; Many Permits Pending

Police Predict Inspection Of 7,500 Autos Deadline for New Stickers October 15 More than 1,200 vehicles have already passed through the Coral Gables station, corner of Avenue Giralda and Salzedo, to be inspected for the six month's period beginning October 15, according to the announcement made today by Lieutenant Floyd P. Brasher, head of Coral Gables Traffic Division. The inspection has gotten off to a good start and Lt. Brasher estimates that the final inspection total will top 7,500, an increase of 400 over the last April 15 registration. Bergen Inspector Officer James Bergen is the inspector and Mrs. Lee Davis the clerk at the inspection station that is open from 8:30 a.m. until 12 noon and from 1 until 5 p.m. on week days, and from 8:30 a.m. until noon Saturday. For those who cannot have their cars inspected during these hours, a Saturday afternoon or Sunday morning inspection will be planned and announced in the newspapers.

CROWD OF 32,000 EXPECTED Hurricanes Open Grid Season Tonight Against Tricky, Texas, Baylor Bears

The first 32,000 of the quarter of a million football fans who will jam the Orange Bowl to see the University of Miami Hurricanes in action this fall, will be on hand tonight to see Coach Jack Harding's eleven launch its 1947 football campaign against the rejuvenated Baylor Bears from Waco, Texas. Season tickets sale assures the Hurricanes of 12,000 fans for every game while the student and faculty sections boost the total to 20,000 per game. Sellouts of the 35,000 Orange Bowl seating capacity seem assured for most of the eight home games. Faces Strong Opposition Miami won eight of ten last year and faces a somewhat stronger overall schedule this fall, though only Alabama is expected to approach the class of LSU and North Carolina, Miami's 1946 conquerors. Hal Johnston at tailback is expected to be one of the nation's leading ground gainers this fall. A year ago the Hurricanes gained 688 years on his passes and since Hal has virtually all of his favorite receivers back with a few newcomers added, the outlook for Miami success by the air route is excellent. Hal averaged almost exactly 20 yars gain for each completed pass. East Up Yards The 182 pound back is no scat back but his power running eats up the yards. His average gain on 62 running plays last year was 5.3 yards per try. When it is considered that this average includes 92 yards of losses, most of which came on plays when pass receivers were too well covered, the figure is very good. His actual gain on strictly running plays was about five yards per try. He also took part in the longest punt return Miami made last year. He took a Louisiana State punt on his 20, broke away from just about every L.S.U. foe who hit him on his journey and finally, after covering 70 yards, lateraled to John Mell for a score as he was being hauled from behind.

Construction For Month $635,600 More Housing Developments Are Predicted

Coral Gables' construction total for 1947 passed the nine million dollar mark this week as Building Inspector Gilbert B. Campbell reported that he had an additional million in approved applications awaiting issuance. Construction approved to date in September totaled $635,600 bringing the 1947 figure to $9,088,195, Campbell stated. Plans Approved Pointing to a rack jammed with blueprints, Campbell commented that there was at least a million dollar's worth of approved construction represented there and that builders were waiting to finish other construction before going ahead. Two large housing units are included, he added. Construction approved during the week included a $72,000 6-unit store building to be erected by L. C. Claughton at 2713-25 Southwest Eighth Street. It is understood that a motion picture theater is later planned for this building in an interior space now designated for storage. Other permits issued during the week include: Helfand, Berman and Cranoff, $23,000, 6-unit store building at LeJeune Road and Avenue Gracello; Edward A. Nolan, architect. R. F. Miles, $20,000 duplex at 3710 Segovia Street; W. J. Knox, architect. R. C. Rogers, $10,000 residence at 924 Avenue Sorolla; M. M. Vavilloff, architect. L. C. Semes, $11,000 residence at 909 Avenue Santiago, Carl M. Ungaro, architect. Harry Markowitz, Inc., $10,000 wall at 870 Miami-Homestead Highway; H. George Fink, architect. D. M. Gibbs, $2,000 alteration at 310 Coral Way; Charles Melos, architect. W. H. Gordon, $2,000 addition at 1016 Avenue Milan; H. George Fink, architect.

Philharmonic Presents Fifteenth Concert Tuesday

With the soloist spotlight on Miss Charlotte Amidon, oboist, the Philharmonic Orchestra of Coral Gables will present the fifteenth in its series of concerts on Tuesday evening at the Country Club of Coral Gables. Oliver P. Washburn will conduct. A Coral Gables resident, Miss Amidon is considered as having few rivals on the oboe and cor anglais, two extremely difficult instruments. "Etude for Orestra" by Frank Linale has been selected by the J. P. Riddle Foundation for Orchestral Composition to be played as part of the concert. The program includes: 1. Prelude to "Tristan und Isolde", Wagner; 2. 2nd Rhapsody, Opus 79, Brahms; 3. The September selection of the J. P. Riddle Foundation for Orchestral Composition—Etude for Orchestra, Linale. (This portion of the concert will be broadcast by WBAY). Intermission. 4. Pavane from "American Symphonette No. 2", Gould; 5. "Snake Dance" from the opera "Shakh Senem", Gliere (for the string orchestra); 6. Solos for the oboe: a. First Concertino, Guilhaud; b. Perpetual Motion, Arban-Vanasek (Charlotte Amidon, soloist). Intermission. 7. Ballet Suite from "Sylvia", Delibes—a. Valse Lente; b. Pizzicato Polka; c. March and Procession of "Bacchus"; 8. Selection from "A Connecticut Yankee", Rodgers; America, the Beautiful.

Contract for New Church To Be Signed Baptists Plan $160,000 Structure In Gables

Trustees of the University Baptist Church will sign a $160,000 building contract with the Witters Construction Company Monday morning, according to an announcement today by Oliver Hoover, chairman of the building committee. The contract is for the church's new structure at Segovia Street and Riviera Drive and actual construction will begin immediately, Hoover said. Signing for the church will be P. C. Kendall, J. M. Markley and Ira C. Haycock, trustees. The Rev. Ladislau Biro is pastor of the church, which is now located at Ponce de Leon Boulevard and Avenue San Sebastian.

Zoning Report To Be Studied Before Action

Assurance that recommended zoning changes in the Riviera section of Coral Gables will not be made without extensive study and open hearings was given a group of residents of the area who appeared Monday at a joint meeting of the zoning board and the city commission. The residents, most of whom lived in the area bounded by Riviera Drive, Avenue San Lorenzo, Avenue Palmarito and Bird Road objected to any lowering of restrictions in their area, after a committee, named by Chamber of Commerce President C. B. Tutan, submitted over-all recommendations. The committee report, which will be studied both by the zoning board and Chamber of Commerce directors, was presented by William Patterson. The extensive study recommended raising of requirements in some areas as well as lowering them in others.

Gables Youth Center Follies Pleases First-Night Audience

A gala musical show presenting the cream of local talent greeted an enthusiastic audience at the Coral Gables Elementary School last night when the Coral Gables War Memorial Youth Center presented Miss Betty Ward's "Follies of 1948." Originally booked a week earlier, the first night performance was blown back a week by the hurricane. The second show will be at the Coral Gables Elementary School auditorium at 8:30 tomorrow night. Admission is free, but a dollar donation, to be used in the operation fund, is suggested. Audience Pleased Pretty young girls, beautiful costumes, singing, and dancing combined to make a show that pleased the audience from the first act through the last. The first act headed west to the Pacific with a Hawaiian chorus dancing to the electric guitar playing of Hilda Hoyt. "Princess" Joy Dudie executed a graceful specialty dance and "Susie" was the Hawaiian Earthquake. Gay 90's Atmosphere Another chorus number entitled "Pretty Babies Strolling Through the Park," carried the audience back to the Gay 90's. Specialty numbers here included "I Wonder Who's Kissing Her Now" by Corine Gustafson; "In The Bowery" by Jacqueline May and Woody Woodmanse; and "East Side Apache Dance" by Norma Leduc and Janice Taylor. Scenes from current favorite movies were presented by members of the cast in a manner that (Please turn to Page Two)

Ponce Routs Gesu 46-18 In Opener

Ponce de Leon High school's versatile, newly-drilled T formation produced seven touchdowns in the Cavaliers' delayed 1947 opener in the Orange Bowl Wednesday night, but they gave ground to the Gesu High school Purple Crusaders who bounced back with a pair of defiant tallies in the final minutes of a hectic fourth quarter. Over three thousand spectators watched Coach Johnny Noppenberg's squad pile up a forty point lead with a swift but virtually orthodox attack, then let down their parochial rivals came to life and made the final score read 46-18. Ponce scored twice in each of the first three quarters, and tapered off to a single touchdown in the last chapter. Pennenkamp Score Malcom Pennenkamp registered the first score of the infant season for Ponce after seven running plays in the initial kickoff, the Cavaliers advanced the ball to the Crusader three yard line. He also sliced off tackle and cut back behind excellent downfield blocking to romp seventy yards for a second six points the next time he got his hands on the ball, to share individual scoring honors with team mate Tom Pennenkamp, who made his seven counters on a four-yard plunge and by racing 32 yards (Please turn to Page Two)

Mayor Awaits Final Decision On Biltmore

New developments on Coral Gables' proposal to lease the Biltmore golf course and part of the club house were awaited today, following the return of Gen. Omar K. Bradley to his desk in Washington yesterday. "The whole matter has been referred to General Bradley for final decision and we are keeping our fingers crossed," Mayor W. Keith Phillips said yesterday. He said that both he and Rep. George Smathers has written to the Veterans Administration head on Tuesday and that he was hopeful that the whole thing will work out all right.

Samuel McMinn Dies Wednesday; Rites Today

Funeral Services for Samuel Pate McMinn, long time resident of Coral Gables, will be held this afternoon at four o'clock at the Coral Gables Methodist Church. Mr. McMinn, who was born Oct. 27, 1866 in Panole County, Miss., died at his home, 1139 Avenue Castile, Wednesday night. The Rev. Dr. J. H. Daniel and the Rev. Dr. C. E. Pleasants will officiate at funeral rites and interment services to follow at Woodlawn Park. After attending Mississippi State University, Mr. McMinn moved to Childress, Texas, where he was engaged in the mercantile business for 35 years and was active in civic, Masonic and church affairs. Upon retirement in 1929, he brought his family to Coral Gables to establish permanent residence. In addition to his affiliation with the Methodist Church here, he was also a member of the old Biltmore Country Club.

Five Offenders Draw Fines In City Court

A light docket faced Municipal Judge C. S. Robertson this week when five persons came before him on charges ranging from reckless driving and speeding to not carrying an identification card. Earnest E. McGiboney, 50, of 5646 S. W. Fifth Terrace, was fined $5 and costs after conviction of reckless driving causing an accident and failing to keep his car under control and thus causing an accident. Louis Moore, negro, 42, of the Coral Gables Riding Academy paid $50 and costs and is under a 90-day suspended sentence on charges of being drunk. Henry Edgar Burnett, Jr., 19, of 2750 N. W. 55th Street, was fined $5 and costs on charges of reckless driving by running a stop sign. Grady Dinkins, negro, 39, of 222 First Avenue, paid $10 and costs and was suspended for not carrying an identification card. Barry Stathian, 3176 S. W. 8th Street, was fined $5 and costs after conviction of speeding.

Police Recover Pistol Stolen From Home

A German Luger pistol was stolen from the home of Mr. William Mogy, 742 Alhambra Circle, Monday night when Henry Richard Sophie, 22, of 2610 S. W. 14th Avenue pushed in the back door screen and forced open the lock. Sophie was later apprehended by Miami police. A black wallet containing $150 in cash, a $20 check, and a Florida and New York driver's license was reported lost Friday evening by Miss Catherine Elder, 317 Avenue Alcazar. An unsuccessful attempt at housebreaking was reported Saturday night when two screens and a window were broken on the patio balcony of the Peter G. Thomson residence, 6312 Riviera Drive.

$650 Is Received For Xmas Lights

A total of $650 of the $1,800 budget for street decorations at Christmas has already been sent in by local businesses, it was reported yesterday at the luncheon meeting of the Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce. Lights, wiring and small trees for 157 light poles have already been ordered.

Football Party Planned by Elks

A special football party for this evening's opening Hurricane game has been announced by the Coral Gables Elks Lodge. Members will dine at the club and then be transported to the Orange Bowl in private busses. Following the game a dance and free chow will be held at the club house on Avenue Giralda.

Attempt to Pilfer Car Unsuccessful

Coral Gables police received the report from A. Greenwald, 217 Avenue Madeira, that an attempted theft by breaking through the left front window into his car parked in front of his home had been unsuccessful. However, $15 damage was caused when the rear back up light was stolen and the front spot light was broken in an attempt to steal it.

Wrecks Cause Injuries To Four Persons

Three automobile accidents in Coral Gables this week resulted in injuries to four persons involved and serious damages to the vehicles. The intersection of South Dixie Highway and Avenue Augusto was the scene of a collision between the cars driven by Foster Gleason, 2039 Alhambra Circle and Besse Waldron, Route #2, Box 455. Miss Waldron suffered lacerations of the forehead and left knee, while Margaret M. Crawford, a passenger in the Waldron car, suffered a concussion of the ribs. Both of the automobiles were damaged to the extent that they could not be driven away from the accident. Bus Involved A collision between a car driven by Elin Matilda Heddin, 2158 S. W. 14th Terrace, and a Coral Gables bus driven by Lionel E. Chase, 5850 S. W. 33rd Street, Monday afternoon at the corner of Avenue Obispo and Avenue Casilla resulted in serious injury to the driver of the private vehicle. Miss Heddin, thrown out of the car by the impact, suffered a possible brain concussion, injuries to the left shoulder, and face, knee, and body abrasions. The car travelled 123 feet without a driver after the accident before coming to a stop, and the bus was thrown 30 feet by the collision. The car driven by Paul Corrington, 1306 Madrid Street, collided with a truck driven by Lonza Corley, negro, of 4710 Jefferson Street, Monday at the intersection of University Drive and Anderson Road. The crash knocked the body of the truck off, bending the frame, running board, and right front fender. Corrington's cheek, left eye lid, and nose were injured and the front of his car demolished.

Barnes Rites Conducted In Rhode Island

Funeral services were conducted this week in Providence, R. I. for Bradbury L. Barnes, former Gables resident, who died Friday night in St. Joseph's Hospital in Asheville, N. C. A retired electrical contractor, Barnes came to Coral Gables about 20 years ago from Providence and up until last year resided at 918 South Greenway Drive. For the last year the Barnes' lived at the Everglades Hotel in Miami and were planning to build a new residence in the Gables.

Car Hub Caps Stolen From Garage

An unknown burglar entered the garage apartment of S. S. Lanphear, of 1624 Granada Boulevard, Tuesday night and stole two 1941 Buick hub caps and two rear view mirrors, all valued at $11.

Legion Post Will Install New Members

Fourteen new members and two transfers will be inducted into Post 98, American Legion at the meeting at 8 p.m. on Wednesday evening in the Legion home. The meeting scheduled for September 17 was postponed because of the hurricane and all business on that agenda has been transferred to Wednesday evening. Commander F. R. Wickard has requested that members be present at 8 p.m. because of the heavy business calendar. New members who will be welcomed into the post include Samuel C. Carter, Marshall G. Hammon, William P. Smith, George A. Gagliardi, Thomas J. Kitchens, William Hamon, John R. Haney, Raymond L. Patrick, Peter Repole, John O. Parcell, John Gordon Barber, Gustavious T. Haynie, Paul A. Fleming and Davis E. Powell. The transfers are Charles C. Burroughs and George Schmitt.

OH WHAT A FAMILY!

... Find out how hard-working Winnie Winkle manages to keep this obstreperous bunch in line. ... Follow her story regularly in this newspaper. WINNIE WINKLE STARTS NOV. 3rd IN YOUR DAILY CORAL GABLES Riviera-Times

Don Cuddy Will Edit Riviera-Times Sports

Appointment of Don Cuddy as sports editor of the Riviera-Times was announced today. Cuddy has already assumed his duties and his first sports column, presenting the highlights and sidelights of tonight's Hurricane-Baylor game, appears on page 3. With the inauguration of daily publication of the Riviera-Times on November 3, the sports department under Cuddy's direction will bring readers complete coverage of the Coral Gables sports picture, augmented by the sports service of the United Press. Is Navy Vet Born in Binghamton, N. Y., Cuddy attended the University of Rochester, St. Lawrence University, Princeton and Cornell. After three and a half years in the Navy he came to Coral Gables and enrolled in the University of Miami to complete his education. His knowledge of sports was gained from active participation. He played football, basketball and baseball at St. Lawrence and was a member of the 1946 Hurricane grid squad until injuries forced him to withdraw. He got his first taste of sports writing in school and served as sports editor of the Rochester Campus, St. Lawrence Hill News and the University of Miami Hurricane. Since then he has served as a continuity writer for radio stations WQAM and WBAY and as a staff writer for the Miami Herald.

Neighborhood Correspondents Extend Riviera-Times Coverage

Extended coverage of news in the communities surrounding Coral Gables is being assured by a network of correspondents now being assembled by the Riviera-Times. Peggy Gordon has been named Schenley Park correspondent with her first report appearing in today's issue. She joins Mary Hickey of "Frog Hollow" and Vera Barnes who is covering the Coral Lake area. Other correspondents will be announced as coverage is extended. Residents of areas served by Riviera-Times correspondents are requested to inform their neighborhood reporters of any newsworthy events. Other news may always be phoned directly to the editorial rooms, 4-1654.