21 Dec 1933
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Newspaper
Corona Daily Independent
Location
Corona, California, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1933
Page
1
An observer recalls a beach stroll and a mysterious square mound of sticks covered with shells placed by hands. A lone post bears a weathered Christmas card with rough handwriting, hinting at a tale connected to a Yuletide greeting.
A nostalgic note expresses Christmas wishes to a father and mother. The narrator describes a mound covered with wood sticks and shells placed with care. Each shell symbolizes a tear and the sorrow of separation, linking to a pearl of lasting beauty.
A 19th century tale explains how English printer Lambert in Newcastle upon Tyne began the Christmas card idea, inspired by Reverend Edward Bradley. Bradley initially sent a printed goodwill message in 1845 and later, in 1846, commissioned designs for sale in time for Christmas 1847.
A regional forest service report credits the Civilian Conservation Corps with major progress in California. Three years of effort in four months since inception have produced 37 million camps, 25 miles of track trails, 693 miles of telephone lines, 212 miles of firebreaks, 976 miles of fireproofed roads, and removal of hazards from nearly 61 thousand acres. Additional work includes water systems, camp stores, rodent control on 439 thousand acres, and wildlife-friendly plant protections across 20 thousand acres of sugar pine and 64 thousand acres of western pine beetle control. Streamflow regulation and erosion prevention cover 100 thousand acres with 750 dam installations.
In a joint session the Corona and Hemet Odd Fellows gathered at the hall Tuesday night to witness the exemplification of the third degree for a Hemet candidate. Rex Conklin and his committee organized an oyster supper that followed, providing a pleasant social closure to the fraternity gathering.
The text echoes a season of universal harmony with bells across Christendom proclaiming peace on earth and goodwill to men as the world observes a shared moment of celebration and respite.
Approval by Captain Edward Macauley of the Civil Works Administration funds more than 100000 for fish hatcheries egg creating stations game farms and refuges. The program will employ over 300 people and include projects spanning up to 750 days for 32 workers with material supplied by the Division of Fish and Game.
Paris reports say President’s budget passage signals support for his regime as economic and political strains persist. In other items, Fairbanks Jr plans to wed Gertrude Lawrence next May after a divorce, and Rockefeller to spend Christmas quietly at his Upper Hudson mansion.
The Corona Lions club hosted a Yuletide celebration for 53 youngsters and 23 guests at Idylwild dining room. A turkey dinner, decorated tree, gifts for every child, carols by a college student and soloists, and Santa Claus made the event a memorable holiday gathering.
The Auto Club of Southern California displays a collection of old license plates showing evolving number systems and colors. Highlights include a 1909 iron member marker, and 1916 to 1919 emblems featuring a bear, poppy, and bell marking the annual changes.
A reflective note on the value of Christmas as a time of happiness for children. The fragment evokes warmth, family, and the sense that the season brings improvement and cheerful moments for the young. The tone is nostalgic and hopeful.
Members who have not sent in postcard votes must mail or deliver ballots by tomorrow 10 o'clock. Secretary Wallace C. Sutter reports 86 of 141 ballots mailed Monday returned, aiming for full turnout. Primary names include L. L. Andrews, Walter S. Clayson, Howard W. Hall, F.W. Kuster, Joy G. Jameson, T. C. Jameson, George E Padgett, Dr. D. Roos, Charles M. Scovil. Election committee led by Avery W. Briggs plans to count ballots tomorrow morning.
The State Fish and Game Commission reports it has educated over a million people since September about eating a wider variety of California fish. It promotes saltwater species beyond salmon and halibut to prevent depletion and shows iodine-rich options like bass and yellowtail.
The state Civil Works Administration approves a basement children’s room at the Public Library here as part of a county wide project employing over 2,500 workers. Kellogg Avenue improvements are also approved with city equipment, CWA materials and labor funded by federal aid.
The six hardest working Corona carriers lead the Independent Subscriptions contest with two days left to win 30 dollars in gold for first place. Final tallies will be announced after 7 p m Saturday night. prizes include 10 and 5 dollar gold for the runners up and generous commissions for others. Residents urged to call the Independent office at 35 to subscribe and support a preferred carrier.
The Bureau of Agricultural Economics predicts the 1933-34 citrus outlook will see somewhat better marketing conditions than last year. Total orange and grapefruit crops are expected smaller than in 1932, with lighter supplies and steadier shipments aiding markets. However the long term trend remains an upward trajectory in total plantings, while bearing acreage grows slowly after 1932-33.
A large crowd gathers for the annual Legion Auxiliary Christmas party at Memorial Hall. Mrs. Herbert Wroot opens with a welcoming talk urging participation in the season. Mrs. E Jewell chairs the event with entertainment and a visit from Santa arranged by Mrs. Red Bai and Mrs. Bailey.
Fragmentary OCR text references citrus fruit and a quake with scattered terms Corona demons quoted and prices. The readable portion hints at local market notes on California navels and lemons affecting tea prices across eastern and western regions.
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