The Key West Citizen Newspaper, December 8, 1953, Page 1

VOL. LXXIV Ne. 291 Che Ken West Citisen THE Expert Advises Careful Study In Local Detention Home Wealthy Widow Arrives Planning Of Juvenile Council Hears Findings In Juvenile Work Of Other Cities The juvenile council | should carefully examine} plans for a juvenile deten-} tion home before taking any) steps to build one. Council members were told that) last night by Frederick Ward, dr.,. of Austin, Texas, director of the; southern.office of the National Pro- bation and Parole Association, Ward, who is in Key West at the request of Joe Allen, county commissioner, is surveying the juvenile problem here. Tonight he will meet with the county commissioners. Later, he will write a report and make recom- mendations. In his talk to the council: meet- {ng in the new schoo! administra- tion building, Ward said his was not a governmental agency but a private one that dealt with both juveniles and adults. He cautioned against an all- purpose detention home. perience in other cities, he had shown such homes practical. The home he referred to — in Savannah, Ga. — handled juveniles who were waiting for court action, neglected children who were wait- ing for placement in foster homes, and other children needing long- time institutional care. The ones awaiting placement in foster homes were leaving the home daily to attend public school This had an adverse effect. on those who were confined there, ‘Those who were going to public school were being called jail birds by the other pupils in the schools. Ward also told the council that foster homes are the answer in many cases. Louisiana, he said, uses that plan. After careful in- vestigation a private home is okay- ed for foster care. The home own- ers then are paid $200 month and the home is available for children at any time. Ward also pointed out, in con- nection with a detention home, that some children need psycho- logical care and that none is a- vailable here. He also said that there is a need for a family counciling agency but that there is none here. The public welfare department and the juvenile court here also need strengthening, he said. He also said that there is no child welfare worker in Key West. “If it costs more to have a child welfare worker here because of Key West's location, you just have | to face it.” He added that there is a “pau- city of well trained personne!” for juvenile work in Key West but that training for such work Is availabl Florida. The council also named new of- ficers last night. They are Mrs. Amelia Camus, president; Frank Romaguera, secretary; Julio Ca- (Continued on P: Two) Sewer Change Ordinance OK'd An ordinance authorizing Mayor C. B. Harvey to execute “change orders” in the Key West sewer Project, quickly gained unanimous approval last night by the city commission after he asked that a Provision be placed in the measure saying that such changes must first be approved by the commis sion. The changes must also be OK’d by the city’s consulting engineers for the project and the federal agencies who granted funds to the eity. Reason for the ordinance is that as the job progresses, changes which are desirable but which were not foreseen when the plans for the penvect were drafted, have appear- WEST PALM BEACH, Fla—Mrs. Estelle Auguste, wealthy widow, arrived here yesterday by plane from New York, after announcing that “the marriage with Jack Dempsey is off.” Mrs, Auguste is a resident of Palm Beach—(?) Wirephoto. City Hall Clock Stopped To Prevent Vibration From Demolishing Tower So you've been wondering why the clock in City Hall has not been striking for the past few days. City Manager Victor Lang cleared up that mystery last night when he told the city commission that he had ordered city workers to stop it. Why? Well, he was afraid the vibration from its bell tone would shake the 62 year old tower and cause it to topple. The seriousness of the condition of the tower was Pointed up so | strongly by Lang that the commission ended up by instructing him | te take emergency measures to either have the landmark repaired er torn down. The commissioners were generally agreed that probably the best move would be to tear it down and build a new city hall—if they had |the money. ; The situation first came to light when a team of insurance engi- \neers inspected the tower and showed Lang that wooden beams there have been almost completely destroyed by termites, the mortar has fallen from between the bricks and causing huge cracks in the walls. There is a buige in the front of the tower of at least a foot. Lang said that he instructed city workers to remove the w hts from the clock as well as a huge safe in the tower. “But on second thought | changed my mind—the shift in weight might be danger- ous,” he said. | The city’s consulting engineers have been instructed “to draft Plans for a face lifting for the city hall which will eliminate the SOUTHERNMOST NEWSPAPER IN. THE - USA KEY WEST, FLORIDA, TUESDAY, DECEMBER &, 1953 Stores Will Be Open Late Until Xmas Retail Division Of Chamber Plans Gifts To First Baby In 1954 Most, midtown stores will re- main open evenings until Christ- mas. Beginning Next Monday, most midtown stores will remain open evenings until Christmas. This was agreed upon at a meet- ing last night at the Flame Res- taurant of 21 members of the Chamber of Commerce retail divi- sion. The group also decided that Key West's first baby of 1954 will be honored by gifts from the re- tailers, In an attempt to attract custom- ers from Havana and Cuba to Key West’s continuously expanding shopping center, an effort will be made in that direction. Joseph De- Poo, a representative of Havana’s leading newspaper, addressed the meeting in that connection. That Miami profits greatly by the volume of Cuban shoppers visiting that city each year is obvious. It was pointed out that Key West's shopping facilities greatly expanded now and that with proper jotion, it is felt local retai some of the shopping trade. J. E. Tucker, Chairman of the ‘Chamber's retail group, welcomed a number of new store managers. Those present, whose firms were established during the past three years were Rae Carmitchell of ‘Three Sisters; C. E. Hickock, Gold | Coast Casuals; Louis Frank of But- lers; Arnold Feldman, represent- ing Millers; Bill Applerouth of Ap- plerouths; Jack Resnick the Kot- ton King; Jose M er of Thom Moffat owner of Coral Keys Office Supplies. ~~ > Oldtime Key West merchants on hand to greet the newcomers to the city were Gladys Mulberg, Hannah Baer, Mrs. J. M. Coleman, Willie Mae Simmons, Toby Bruce, Kathleen Lucas, Edna Miller and Hel Lewinsky. Committees appointed last night by Tucker to pursue projects di- cussed were Hal Lewinsky, Toby Bruce and Jack Resnick to inves- tigate Cuban trade promotion; Han- nah Baer, Rae Carmitchell and Willie Mae Simmons to develop the First Baby project; and Gladys Mulberg and Hannah Baer to set up next month’s meeting. It was agreed that the group will | convene each month at a dinner| meeting; time and place to be an- nounced, UN Awaits Ike’s Appeal | lucrative Cuban | tower and the resultant threat to the safety of those entering the building. iboney Lauded By Commission For Press Work Rafael R. del Vizo, Key West's jhonorary representative in Hava- jna was lauded last night by the! jcity commission for his part in the \Planning of a two day visit here Vice Group To ‘Start Its Probe Key West's “decency com- mittee’ who will probe the vice problem here, will hold its first meeting Wednesd. noon at 5 p. m., it was an- nounced Monday. The group was appointed by the Mayor and consists of the For Peace City Commission Balks At Grantin PRICE FIVE CENTS S Second Television Franchise Here Clean-Up Won Franchise Agreement May Noi Be Needed, City Attorney Revals The future of television in Key West came in for | considerable discussion last night at the regular meet- {ing of the city commission, but just when Key Westers | will be able to sit down before their sets and enjoy the | actual programs is still up in the air. Tea ag ~} A local concern, known as Tele- ision Relay, Inc., appeared last night before the commission ask- ing that they be granted a fran- 'Public Is Invited ithe principle speaker yesterday at To Hear Colonel Howie Tonight Methods of survival in the event of an atomic, biological or chemical attack by an en- emy will be discussed and illu- strated in a program to be pre- sented tonight at 8 p. m. at Poinciana School auditorium under the sponsorship of the Key West Engineers Club. Col. R. G. Howie, state direc. tor of civil defense, and his staff, will present the program which will consist of talks and sound motion pictures that demonstrate the measures this country is taking to defend its people against the effect and devast: of modern warfare. A discussion of the latest test- ed and proved methods of sur- vival against atomic, biological or chemical attack will be car- ried on. : There is no charge for this program. The public is urged to attend to learn of these mat- ters which are of vital interest fo every. one foday. VICKSBURG, Miss.—A broom brigade goes into action sweep- ing the streets clean after the tornado debris was removed. Wrecked buildings in the background remain and will be de- molished or rebuilt later.—() Wirephoto. Planning Commission Protests Passage Of Zoning Ordinance C City Fathers wait eo Addresses Planning Group Motel Meet Papy Also Speaks At Session Here On Monday State Comptroller C. M. Gay was ee e A disagreement between the City ‘Civil Service Commission and the Planning Com-| Paces The City Commissioner Paul R. Roberts, | jchise for “closed circuit” television jsetup. A discussion arose imme- jdiately since the commission on July 6 also granted Sheriff John Spottswood a similar franchise, al. though at that time, it was stipu- lated that the franchise could not be considered to be exclusive. Last night, the commission mull- ed over the latest request and then |agreed to talk the matter over with |both of the applicants before grant. jin the franchise. But, another factor was intro- duced inte the dicke ‘ing when City Attorney J. Y. Porter offer- ed an informal opinion stating that “he did not think it was Necessary for such stations to obtain a franchise from the city.” Porter saia that he would have to investigate the matter further before issuing a definite ruling but he likened the proposal to the “canned music” setups that are Prevalent throughout the coun. try. Under the “closed circuit plan,” television programs are transmit- |ted through cables directly ta the homeowner and paid for monthly, Television Relays asked that they be given a 20 year permit te use ie Pity’s streets, avenues and |highways for operational lines to bring live, recorded and relayed television programs to Key West- ers, They promised that they will Start construction of the system within six months of the start of ranting of their franchise and to have programs on the air within 18 months. When Spottswood was granted his franchise last July, he Promised to begin construction of his setup within 18 months and to have it in operation within a months. Commissioner Delaney moved a- doption the ordinance granting the franchise, but Commissioner Louis Carbonell suggested that the com- mission “‘sit down with both Spétts- wood and Television Relays to dis- cuss the situation,” The commissioners seemingly (Continueo On Page Two) —____ S. Aronovitz Is Named To Head K.W. Kennel Club City Commission, attorney Ro- jby 24 members of the Cuban Press| Address Is Expected To Be “Sensation” Aimed At Breaking Atom Deadlock By TOM HOGE UNITED NATIONS, N. Y. #— U. N. delegates from both sides} A new 18-man grand jury today of the Iron Curtain waited expect-\Was sworn in before Judge Aqui- antly today for President Eisen-|lino Lopez, Jr., in Circuit Court. hower’s dramatic appeal to the| Members of the jury are: General Assembly for peace in an/| James DeLand, foreman, Char- atom-periled world. les S. Kraeger, acting foreman, One high diplomatic source said|L€°? Peacon, J. R. Herring, John the address would be a “sensa-\R- Kerr, Sr., Richard Cabanas, Grand Jury Is ‘Sworn In By Judge Lopez |panel since their appointment, | The planning group voted un- animously to lodge an official protest with the city fathers in connection with an emergency Curry Didn’t variance ordinance permitting Quit And He the construction of a one family 7 Ry, : the regular meeting of the Key dwelling unit at the comer of | Wasn't Fired; West Motor Court Association. | Duval and Virginia Streets. What Now? i Planning Commission pro- oy dell esis 2 ie ae i Re that ee Ee auedl An interesting change made in bei haang Beane Andy Sea as by the city comission and that the the lineup of the city’s Civil Ser- the basis for that ean 4 public was deprived of its con-\yice Board threatens to make cer- motor trip taken througn the state stitutional rights since no’ public , . a recently. He also pointed out the hearing was held on the matter.(t#im action they may have Laas tremendous potential of the keys Planning Commission Chairman iM the past four months completely area. Bernard Frank led the opposition (illegal, it was brought out at last State Representative Bernie C. ‘to the city father’s action. |night’s meeting of the City Com- so addressed the grou He told his group that ‘he was |mission. id that April, 1954, is the | not concerned with the actual de- date which he hopes will see the | tails of the changes in the zoning tossed the bombshell toward the (Continued On Page Two) code, but with the manner in end of the meeting which had drag- which they were made.” ged along for four hours. The com-! : : Frank declared that the zoning missioners were dozing in their) Sidney Aronovitz, Miami attor- |change “can in no sense be con- chairs when Roberts arose and ney and former Key Wester, has |sidered an emergency ordinance shocked them awake when he poin-|been elected president of the Key |within the intent of the city code ted out that C. Sam B. Curry had West Kennel Club, it was announ- |since it does not affect the health been replaced on the Civil Service ced today. or welfare of the city.” Board, No one seemed to worry, Afonovitz, named at _& recent | “Passing on a zoning change by about that until it was brought out stock holders’ meeting, is a broth. }emergency ordinance deprives free- that Curry had neither resigned ¢F and law partner of Abe Arono- holders and citizens of the city of or been dismissed. jvitz, new Miami mayor, Key West of the right to attend a| The commission had replaced! The Key West Kennel Club, set i ; i i ybil to open the winter racing season ublic hearing and their constitu- him with Mrs. Sybil Dexter when) ‘ I i (Continued On Page Two) jhe had taken a job as an inspec-|Christmas Day, has just completed | NE |tor on the Key West sewer sys-'@ New grandstand at the Stock . City To Have | |tem. At that time, he was on the Jsland track. Some of the best ken. city payroll which would have nel owners have asked for space |made him ineligible for the Civil for the coming meet, bert Youmans, Father John Armfield and Alan Hampton. No indication was given as regarding any witnesses who may be called before the group. |Association, Del Vizo will also be instructed) |by the commission to act as liaison jman in Havana in co-ordinating the; ‘planning for the proposed Key/ West-Havana ferry. City Manager| Victor Lang was told by the com-} mission to write to Siboney instruc- ting him to conduct an inquiry into! the status of the much discussed! |ferry operation. | Better known as Siboney, a name! jhe gained while a commentator for| |Miami radio station WQAM in the} *30s, del Vizo conducts several ra-! dio and TV commentary programs | The City Commission put the in Havana. | |wheels in motion last night for the’ He was instrumental in arrang-| establishment of a free fishing ing the visit here of the Cuban pier for use of the public at the newsmen — a move which will Te- city docks. | (Continued on Page Two) They heard Melvin Levitt, presi- | / dent of the Key West Motor Court s . | Association, outline the plans of Cypress - Fir - Pine - Oak; this group and then instructed the Ash - Walnut - Mahogany jcity manager to take immediate! LUMBER at \steps for the constructior. of the} Strunk Lumber pier. | | Levitt guid that there i @ defi-' 129 SIMONTON, Near Citizen Commission OK’s Construction Of City Fishing Pier (Continued On Page Two) tion” aimed at breaking the seven-_| year-old East-West deadlock over jatomic energy control. Most delegates speculated the U. S. President would aim his plea| irectly at Russia, Most voiced| hope that the momentous address, | coming as the Assembly prepared’ to recess its eighth session, would! pave the way for high-level big Charles M. Gomez, Charles Parra, Cecil T. Curry, Stephen M. Young, Jr., Robert M. Saunders, Jack L.! Currie, Clarence T. Kellar, Cruz, Roger Brooks, Fred Saund- ers, Esperdy. Judge Lopez instruced the other | | members of the 167-man panel to W. C. “Sugar” Sweeting, local moved.that he be reinstated but it Traffic Group Leo! Key West again has a traffic the committee—something they have Neil C. Shea and Antonio J.;been without since the resignation board?” Curry was asked. of the last year. existing committee Service post. But, two days later, A spokesman for the kennel club \the control of the sewer inspectors S4id that it is felt great strides |was returned to the engineers for,Will be made under the direction roject. lof Aronovitz and that the track “Have you resigned from the Personnel will be eager to work with him, “Not yet.” was his muleiotes Reams issi elio Col en Commissioner Di NOTICE report to court Monday for service garage owner, will again be asked was brought out that they couldn’t First Audubon on trial juries. Cates May Get Recreation Job power talks designed to ease world tensions. Eisenhower worked until after | midnight in Bermuda with Brit-| ain’s Prime Minister Churchill and} France’s Foreign Minister Geor-, ges Bidault winding up the secret ct talks they hope will advance a, William Cates, for seven years big step towards peace. a coach with the Miami Sun Sox The U, S. President, in his spare baseball team is being considered time, worked on his U. N. address. |for the post as assistant city re- Packed House Seen iereation director, is was revealed The 60-nation Assembly hall was at last night’s meeting of the city readied for a packed audience of commission. Z foreign diplomats, newsmen and, The city fathers instructed the tourists. jcity manager and finance director Eisenhower’s U. N. visit was|to confer with Cates relative to planned to last only about an hour|the appointment. ¢ and a half. Cates, a native of Key Wester, Flying in from Bermuda,, he was|who made a name for himself in due at La Guardia Field at 3:05\the sporting world is now in tae (Continued On Page Two) city. to head the group according to an take that action because they were- Jannouncement by Mayor C. B. not sure he was not still a mem- \Harvey during last night’s city ber of the board. commission meeting. City Attorney J. Y. Porter ‘Te And they'll have their hands full. solved the situation when he point- Four tentative items of business ed out that under the charter, the lwill be tossed into their laps in- city commission does not have the cluding the perennial Fleming power to increase the number of Street problem, the placement of members on the board. “That can five traffic signals, the safety pro- only be done by the state legis- blem in the White and United lature,” he said. Street area and the thorny Petronia| In effect, the commission took it Street traffic problem. upon themselves to increase the A petition bearing 27 signatures number of the board when they from Fleming Street businessmen appointed Mrs. Dexter, he opined. | Adults was presented to the commission|Apparently, Mrs. Dexter’s appoint- | Servicemen claiming that their business is|ment is not binding, in view of] ibeing hurt seriously as a result ofthat opinion. the changing of that thoroughfare; Commissioner Loui { to a one-way street. The matter |then brought out the fact that any \was referred to the traffic com-|action the Civil Service Board has mittee. (Continued On Page Two) SCREEN’ TOUR at HARRIS SCHOOL AUDITORIUM (Southard Street) (Due to Senior Play Practic: at the High School) WEDNESDAY, DEC. 9th 8:00 P.M. William H. Wagoner, Jr., © Nerrating Co'or Film “WANDERLAND” Season Tickets Available the Door at SINGLE ADMISSIONS (Fed. Tax Included)