Ramblin thoughts on local life and weather in Corona
A rambling Corona column notes smudge pots through winter and the town’s mild anxieties about air pollution in Pomona and Ontario. It riffs on federal building hopes, editor friendships, Christmas shoppers, radio voices, and quirky local tales. The piece ends with Opie Read and optimism reflections before continuing on last page.
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China
State Board of Health
Pomona
Ontario
Southland
Federal
Corona
Johnson
Uncle Sam
Tiny Tim
Parker Route Wins In Landmark Los Angeles Aqueduct Plan
The Los Angeles Examiner reports the Parker route as the preferred path for the new aqueduct, though a future dam at the Parker intake may wait about fifteen years. The board of directors endorses the Parker plan at an estimated cost of 200 million dollars delivering 800 second feet to a 4,000,000 population, with a favorable per person daily cost.
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Brea
Hoowbevier
Cajalco
Pomona
Board of Review
O.K
Frank J. Weymouth
Parker Intake
Weymouth
Terriman
Metropolitan Board
Merriman
Local Officials Probe Rising Crime Fears in County
Residents report fear of crime waves as confusion and speculative rumors spread across the county. The county board and police respond with calls for calm while investigators review recent incidents and warning signs.
Cononans Attend Pasadena Water District Meeting Today
Wallace G. Sutter as secretary of the chamber of commerce travels to Pasadena to gather firsthand details on the Los Angeles aqueduct. Corona officials including Mayor Key plan to attend to learn the impact of the project on their city. Speculation grows after the Parker route announcement about a nearby reservoir and a southern foothill alignment.
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Wallace G. Sutter
Chamber of Commerce
Pasadena
Key
Corona
Lordsma Route Of Aqueduct Second Choice For Southern California
Metropolitan water district directors approved the Parker route as the second choice to bring Colorado River water to Southern California. If expensive due to rights through vineyards and orchards, engineers propose a Westward survey from the Mt. San Jacinto tunnel to Temescal canyon and Corona then to Puddingstone reservoir. Survey work near Corona suggests focus on the Corona area and potential reservoirs.
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Metropolitan Water District
Aqueduct
California
Colorado River
Mt. San Jacinto
Temescal Canyon
Corona
Puddingstone Reservoir
Ague
Corona Mutual Building and Loan marks 25 years of service
The Corona Mutual Building and Loan association celebrated a quarter century serving Corona residents. John P. Key organized the group and has managed its affairs as secretary for 25 years, with officers named at the annual stockholders meeting. The body notes five to six percent interest twice yearly and semiannual dividends, praising Riverside county building and loan institutions as a solid financial force in local growth.
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Corona
Corona Mutual Building and Loan Association
George FE. Snidecor
R. L. Willits
John P. Key
H. M. Key
First National Bank
Walter S. Clayson
Corona Mutual
Association
The
Mutual
Riverside County
Riverside Man Joins State Highway Commission
Frank A. Tetley of Riverside disclosed he has been appointed to the California state highway commission by Governor Rolph. Tetley said the appointment, received last Friday after a phone call from San Francisco, will enable him to aid Riverside San Bernardino and Imperial counties and follows letters of support from Southern California. He left for Arizona shortly after the interview to visit his Yuma ranch.
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Orange County
Rolph
Frank A. Tetley
Riverside
State Highway Commission
National Committee
Council
San Bertardino
Imperial
N Riversider
Yura
Arizona
Mr. Tetley
Yuma
San Francisco
California
City Clerk Hinkley Retires Due to Illness
City Clerk Hil A M Hinkley retired from his desk following a recurrence of a recent illness. Friends express hope he will recover quickly and return to the job.
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A .M. Hinkley
City Council Meets Tonight Amid Yuletide Talks
A Christmas session of the city council is planned for this evening. Officials weigh whether to proceed with routine business or hold a restrained meeting with minimal Christmas celebrations and exchanges amid the season.
Probation Plea Delayed for Wedley Woman
Mrs. Janet Pettigrew of Wedley appeared before Judge Gi Freeman in superior court for sentence after pleading guilty to possession of a sit. She was granted an additional two weeks’ stay at the request of probation officer C. W. Mathews who is examining her plea for probation.
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Janet Pettigrew
Wedley
Unclear OCR Summary of Christmas Event at The Church
Fragmented text describes a Christmas program at a church with a choir and audience. Mentions a pastor, parish activities, and presentations by the church group. Details are garbled, but the item appears to report a church event with performances and community involvement.
Praise for Director Peanadin and the Riverside program
Citizens laud Director Peanadin and Als Vary Brown for leading a high school music program at Riverside County school institute. The event showcased string sections including violins and cellos, with emphasis on core performers and a rehearsal space aligned with local teacher training efforts.
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Vibro Pragse
Ferioea
Daa Bane
Cotes
Sires
Als
Vary Brown
Riverside County
Yuletide Party at Ftangels ee
A festive Yuletide gathering hosted by Ftangels ee featured a dinner with turkey and other dishes, a decorated Christmas tree, and a Santa display. The event honored the elder attendees while friends and a planning committee led by Armstrong expressed thanks.
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Boris
Adarern
Pete
Mergiers
Threat Society
Cata Wien
Pete Howssuc
Baird
Bose
Armstrong
Des
Election notes reveal stalled votes and distant plans
The article records uncertain party activity and delayed deadlines as local leaders discuss candidacy and committee duties. It notes the chairmanship and potential October actions, with continued coverage promised on the next page.
Corom's Fruit Patrol Tightens Citrus District Raids
Corom authorities deploy a new fruit patrol to monitor groves and shipments in the citrus districts. The effort targets fruit theft by night, with penalties to deter theft and protect oranges bound for markets as patrols and drivers face checks under statewide orders.
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Corom
Crimes Fruit Patrol
Jawane
Hoyer Trott
Joeal
Shoei
Ah Pratense
Piersinz
Los Angeles
Jcaliforne Baghwris
Mottket
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