Local Corona High to hold Monday tryouts for debate team
Corona High announces Monday tryouts to select teams for interscholastic debate. Negative and affirmative squads will be chosen with the January 11 event in focus, featuring a match between Corona and San Bernardino and a later debate with San Jacinto.
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Corona H. S
San Bernardino
San Jacinto
Corona
Focal High School
Corona High
League of California
Temescal Rock Company to Resume Normal Operations
It is learned arrangements allow Temescal Rock Company to resume normal operations with 15 to 20 cars to be furnished. Demand comes from Orange County supervisors and the government for breakwater work at San Pedro. Local officials question underuse of the rock on Riverside roads and streets and urge greater local use. Several families in the city are affected by the plant’s operations.
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Temescal Rock Company
Orange County
San Pedro
Riverside County
Tin mine activity noted at Temescal mines
Interest grows as tin is reportedly extracted from Temescal mines. A small shipment was placed in the window of E. J. Genereux's office, while several reports circulate but remain unconfirmed.
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Temescal
E. J. Genereux
Cheap wood for sale from Auburndale bridge
Classified notice announces sale of flooring and timbers salvaged from the Auburndale bridge. John Baldwin, road foreman, can provide particulars by phone at 2114. Sale details center on right prices and contact method.
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Auburndale ‘Bridge
John Baldwin
Government to back shale oil plants under Crane process
The government directs Union Oil in San Francisco to build machinery for shale oil plants using A. G. Crane's process. Crane, of Reno Nevada, plans refinery construction near San Francisco and San Diego to exploit shale deposits amid an acute oil shortage.
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A. G. Crane
Reno
Nev
Union Oil Works
San Francisco
Crane
San Diego
Mrs Reid Jr. Called to Los Angeles Over Sister's Illness
Mrs. Chas. Reid Jr. was summoned to Los Angeles yesterday due to the serious illness of her sister.
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Chas. Reid Jr
Los Angeles
Weather Forecast Fair Tonight and Tomorrow
The forecast calls for fair conditions tonight and tomorrow with a light northerly wind. No significant precipitation expected. Temperatures are likely mild with minimal wind impact.
Congo Volley Ball Team Triumphs in League Match
Cheered by last week's success the Congo volley team attacked the M. E. ranks led by Gen Haag and fielded a Gunn and lighter pieces. After the battle the score stood 3 to 0 for the M. E. team, who resolved not to annex the championship yet.
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M. E
Troop train wreck near Bartlett injures 23 soldiers
A Illinois Central troop train derailed near Bartlett Illinois last night injuring 23 soldiers two women and two trainmen. Officials cited spreading rails as the cause with no evidence of foul play. Only three were seriously hurt including Mrs. Edward Hicks Mrs. Bernard Schneider and engineer Fred Hinton all with severe injuries.
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Bartlett
Ills
Edward Hicks
Hicks
Bernard Schneider
Schneider
Fred Hinton
Illinois Central
Missionary Society to Hear Armenian Story in Parish Hall
Members and friends of the Missionary Society of the Congregational church will meet in the church parlors Friday December 7 at 2 30 p m An Armenian woman Mrs M P Stone will tell the story of her early life in Constantinople The Ladies quartet including Mrs Roy Rice Mrs Geo Snidecor Mrs Chas Hildreth and Mrs Mason Terpening will sing Prompt attendance requested as the quartet will sing soon after the meeting opens Both men and women of the town are invited.
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the Missionary Society of the Congregational Church
M. P. Stone
Constantinople
Quaret
Roy Rice
Geo. Snidecor
Chas. Hildreth
Mason Terpening
Pasadena Visitor George W. Randle At King's Home
George W. Randle of Pasadena visits at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. K. King. He is Mrs. King's father.
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George W. Randle
Pasadena
J. K. King
Mr. Randle
Mrs. King
District Representative Announces Naval Cadet Exam
The 11th California district announces a preliminary competitive examination for a midshipman appointment to Annapolis in June 1918. Tests will be held January 8 1918 at multiple cities to select the top candidate for the final government exam with alternates named from the next highest scorers.
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California
Annapolis
Department
San Bernardino
Bishop
Santa Ana
FEI Centro
Riverside
San Diego
U. S. Civil Service Commission
Pricipal
United States
Gypsum Fertilizer Ad by Lord & Freeman
For sale gypsum supply by ton or car lots promoting as the best fertilizer for groves and gardens. Claims fewer chemicals and better tree quality and fruit. Encourages buyers to ask users. Advertisement date December 6 7 8 from Lord and Freeman Cerona Cafii.
Treasury clarifies bank deposits not to be confiscated
The Treasury Department released a statement denying rumors that the government plans to confiscate bank deposits. Secretary of the Treasury reiterated the government has no power to seize the money of depositors and warned the public against pro German rumors circulating nationwide.
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Treasury Department
Secretary of the Treasury
Meat Demonstration Delights Women at Club House
A Meat Demonstration at the Woman's Improvement Club House drew a large audience yesterday afternoon. C A Spooler of Los Angeles spoke on practical meat buying and preparation with class pupils and teacher in attendance. Several dishes were cooked and served, with recipes shared for home use.
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Woman's Improvement Club
C. A. Spooler
Los Angeles
Knights and Undies of Security Initiate Two Members
The order held a regular meeting with two new members initiated. After the session, members enjoyed a social evening with entertainment by Mrs. F. J. Dunham, Mrs. Beverage, and Mrs. E. A. Boylan. Elmer Page spoke on the good of the order and refreshments of pumpkin pie and coffee were served.
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Order of the Knights and Undies of Security
F. J. Dunham
Beverage
E. A. Boylan
Elmer Page
California High Schools Drop German in Wartime Shift
A study by Will Wood, California high school commissioner, shows about 1500 fewer students study German this year. Beginners are down by half, while upper grades retain prewar entrants. French and Spanish enrollment rise notably.
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California
Will
Wood
Tess
United States
Stuents
Nosu
Local Merchants Rally To Boost War Effort
The text urges merchants to mobilize dollar power for the war, highlighting national solidarity and the need for citizens to lend money for war financing. It calls for stores to be centers of thrift and to encourage investing earnings in national securities.
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Ous
Manor
Corona
Poing TT
Read
Freeman and Miss Baker Attend Riverside Superior Court
Atty. G. R. Freeman and Miss Baker were in Riverside today handling matters in the superior court. Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Mantove have moved to the Brown house on fast Sixth street near Howard street and are settled in their new residence.
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Atty. G. R. Freeman
Miss Baker
Riverside
J. H. Mantove
Brown House
Fast Sixth Street
Howard Street
Stockholders Meeting of Corona National Bank
The regular annual meeting of the stockholders of The Corona National Bank will be held at its banking house at the corner of Sixth and Ioda Streets in Corona California on Tuesday January 5th to elect directors and transact other business. Chas. Hoss cashier. Corona Cal. December 8.
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Corona National Bank
Cate
Yuse
Corona
California
Oleaek P
Red Cross Benefit Ent Taken By Woman's Club
Tomorrow evening a Red Cross board party will be hosted by the Woman's Improvement Club with proceeds supporting Red Cross work. The committee promises a fine program featuring a cabaret from the Red Cross tea, Hooverized refreshments, and a historic card game for all ages to enjoy a pleasant evening while aiding a worthy cause.
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Red Cross
Woman's Improvement Club
E Committee
Eving
Woman's Tb
Box of Good Cheer to Go to M. E. Soldier Boys
Epworth League members at First M E Church held their monthly meeting and planned a box of good cheer for soldier boys in camp at Christmas. Four new officers were elected, two new members joined, and a 67 dollar Spanish work drive was organized. Progressive games followed the session with no refreshments served.
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Epworth League
M. EE. Cuurch
Redpath Chatauqua in Corona May Be Cancelled Next Year
Myr King representing the Red path Chatauqua visits Corona and learns locals prefer canceling next year engagement due to financial strain. Last year’s program was successful, swaying many opponents to support the event, and organizers may forego a return to ease Corona’s finances and future ties.
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Corona
Redpath
Manlove Couple Relocate to East Sixth Street
Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Manlove moved from their South Victoria home to a residence on East Sixth Street.
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J. T. Manlove
South Victoria
East Sixth Street
Red Cross Seal Sale Impresses Town Children
Schoolchildren in town hustle to sell Red Cross Christmas seals, with every child taking part and many bringing in twenty five seals each to support the charity.
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Red Cross
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Chas. Hoss
Cashier Corona Cal
Dee Oth Poe
Red Cross Committee
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M. E. Soldier Boys
Citizens Bank
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