08 Aug 1935
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Newspaper
Corona Daily Independent
Location
Corona, California, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1935
Page
1
The Siskiyou County district attorney says the Yreka lynching of a murder suspect Saturday arose from two-year court delays in confirming a death sentence. He warns that mass contempt for law cannot fix weak statutes.
Geneva diplomacy hints at a compromise allowing an Italian protectorate over Ethiopia as the League of Nations faces pressure to back down. Mussolini cites similar unresolved issues, suggesting the League cannot curb aggression as Japan faces protests.
The piece argues that clashes arise from failure to grasp another people’s viewpoint, citing Japanese belief in divine imperial ancestry and American cartoon ridicule as sparks. It notes the limits of U.S. government censorship and calls for courteous clarity from authorities to explain cross cultural sensibilities.
Ray B Wiser vice president of the California Farm Bureau urged organized agriculture to unite for self protection and advancement at the Riverside County Farm Bureau picnic in Fairmount park Riverside. He emphasized individual thought and cooperative action building county state and national programs. The event drew 1000 members and featured horse shoe contests won by Carlson Elmund and I Carlson with two shovels prizes.
Joe Ganahl leads in district pentathlon marks with 4 783 points and eyes the Southland senior title after strong showings in Riverside San Bernardino County meets. Riverside rival John Anderson and Watts Clarence Mackey trail, with Billy Parker ahead in Los Angeles. Ganahl excels in ball put high jump and broad jump and may beat Parker if he improves in Los Angeles.
Corona Rotarians led by President Glenn Har per attended a Fullerton luncheon of the Rotary Club where H. E. Hi Smith former Coronaan served as president. Tomorrow J. M. Paige Pomona Chamber of Commerce secretary will speak at a Kinney banquet room luncheon presented by Joseph Copley for the Vocational Service committee chaired by Fred E. Snedecor.
The Junior high school playground baseball team swept the city title by defeating the Washington team 18 to 8 in game four of a five game series. The Juniors won three games. Yesterday’s game was played at the high school diamond under City Recreation workers.
Men and women preparing for weekend horseshoe pitching finals in a city sponsored tournament. Entries accepted by A. H. Nuetzman, director, and open to residents over 18 years of age.
A witty old saying is updated to reflect modern finance, arguing that prudent penny management invites government support for dollars. The quip implies fiscal prudence attracts public aid.
The Nazi government ordered the dissolution of the Steel Helmets in Brandenburg and Pomerania, two of the group’s strongholds, citing acts hostile to the state.
Floodwaters sweep central and eastern Ohio driving farmers from low lands. Rivers rise with more rain forecast. Three deaths reported as crops and livestock suffer amid widespread inundation.
An Italian military plane missing since Tuesday on a flight from Cairo to Eritrea was found near Heliopolis. The crash left seven passengers dead.
California Senator William Gibbs McAdoo joined President Roosevelt for lunch at the White House. McAdoo offered no public statement about their talks.
Lou Gehrig started at first base for the New York Yankees in a game against Philadelphia marking his 1600th consecutive appearance for the club since 1925. He hit at a .323 batting average in today’s game, well below his 1934 peak of .845.
The state’s nine mental hospitals face overcrowding with about 135 patients per 100 beds, says state institutions director Harry Lutgens. Northern and Southern California report similar conditions with beds in basements and hallways as staff struggle to provide treatment and control costs.
A California State Chamber of Commerce survey reports better farm product prices in the first half of the year and an excellent crop outlook for summer in most areas. Almonds peaches pears and plums may fall short of last year while apples apricots grapes prunes and walnuts are expected higher. Total field crops rise due to heavy winter rains with broader economic gains across employment sales and transport.
The Corona branch of the American Red Cross will hold a Friday 8:15 a.m. meeting at the city hall headquarters on the second floor. A successor to Dr. C A Russell, who resigned, will be chosen, per Mrs C W Field, branch chair.
All residents are invited to a free swim meet and water carnival at the municipal plunge Friday at 7:30 PM. The hour and a half program features boys races, fancy diving, novelty events, a Life Guards entertainment, and a ladies side stroke event. Manager Mrs H L C Whitcomb plans more free spectacles before season end.
Finals of the City Recreation croquet tournament take place tomorrow at City Park at 9 am. Three senior pairs Paul Fredericks with Tony Deleo, Mike Smith with Kelly Anderson, Bud Stewart with James Calico compete against five junior pairs including twins Lloyd and Floyd Stewart and other teammates to determine Corona representatives for the county tournament on September 27 and 28.
The final day of the second annual Southern California Kayak meet will be held Sunday August 11 at 1 30 p m in Newport Harbor Balboa. Stunting and special feature races headline a three day meet following two days of racing last weekend.
The community mourns 74 year old Coronan George Thomas Mabey who died from an accident last Friday. The service will be Saturday at 2 30 pm at Hoover-Bell’s chapel with Dr Wallace A Williams of St John’s Episcopal Church officiating. Private cremation will follow at Riverside Evergreen cemetery. Only a Canadian sister-in-law has replied to notices and cannot attend. Mabey’s 44 years in the area forged a large circle of friends who will gather to honor him.
Carl Emerson volunteers to notarize and mail absentee ballots for seven Reveille Unit American Legion Auxiliary members attending the state convention in Fresno. The group met at Memorial Hall to prepare ballots certified by a notary public. Attending members listed include James Pearson, Day Jewell, Henry Linscheid, H. S. Wroot, L. O. Fastvedt, C. L. Walker, and Howard Ware.
The City Recreation band concert drew over 400 attendees at the city park during the weekly community picnic. Joren Farmer received enthusiastic applause for solos, accompanied by Miss Irma Lytle. Director KB A Franklin led 42 musicians with praised direction.
County Assessor George W. Claytor warns motorists that under a new law personal property taxes including autos must be paid by September 14 to avoid a penalty. Delinquency date moved from December 20 to September 14 with an 8 percent penalty. Unpaid auto taxes prevent issuance of 1936 license plates. annual personal property tax intake is about $100,000. state collection of automobile taxes starts next year.
Burr McIntosh known as Cheerful Philosopher and Nestor of The Norconian is named first honorary member of Corona Lions after an optimistic poem filled talk at the Kinney banquet room. Frank Bishop grants the honor. R M C Fullenwider chairs the program. The article notes Mayor Dan Huckin’s photo in the Times and a nudism protest banner at an Eddie Peabody event. Stark Sowers promotes the 20 30 club benefit show at Corona theatre urging Lions to buy tickets from members.
S C Democrats plan an all day August 24 picnic at Hamilton H Cotton’s rancho in San Clemente to kick off Southern California campaign for President Franklin D. Roosevelt. Delegations from Riverside San Bernardino Orange Los Angeles and San Diego counties will attend. Tickets fund a New Deal campaign. Paul Witmer chairs the event.
Under the Federal Emergency Education program Corona and Riverside mineralogy classes travel to Pomona tonight to visit California Fruit Wrapping Paper mills. They assemble at the high school and depart at 7 15. All interested may join, per G B Binmore assistant instructor.
In Los Angeles a turtle was dug from 30 feet of earth and emerged lively after unrolling from a mudball. The report raises a quip about the AAAI and its plans, noting the odd revival amid curious commentary.
Riverside County officials plan a trip to Sacramento to request an official explanation from the State Board of Equalization for a 40 percent drop in public utilities valuations from 15 087 000 to 9 942 290. Assessor George W. Claytor says prior letters yielded no response, and court action may follow after the upcoming board hearing.
Lemons in California showed higher spots while Valencias eased at eastern and mid western centers per Queen Colony Fruit Exchange. Corona quotes include Philadelphia lemons Jameson Sunkist Leader Redball Minerva Standard with prices 5.50 4.35 3.95. Chicago lists Jameson Sunkist Valencias 3.25 Justrite Redball Valencias 2.65 Southland Beauty Sunkist grapefruit halves 1.15 Justrite Redball grapefruit halves 0.90.
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