Norco Street Committee Updates Projects and Plans
The Norco Street Committee met to review River Drive overlay progress and discuss drainage fixes. A geologist report from F Beach Layton will be presented to City Engineer Hubert Webb and City Attorney Gene Nazarek, with council members Brinton and McCollum attending. The overlay starts after Bower construction ends, expected late February or early March, with diesel fuel delays noted. The panel will identify areas to correct under the overlay, starting with Third Street between Hillside's south and north sections, where lowering is recommended.
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Norco
Tthe
River Drive
F. Beach ‘Layton
Hubert Webb
Gene Nazarek
Harry Brinton
Art ‘McCollum
Bower
St. Melendez
Ie. Ther
Noreo
Weekend thefts and local police report surge
Multiple weekend burglaries and thefts across Corona totaled over 3000 dollars with a 1600 dollar auto theft. Victims include William McCarthy at 623 W Eleventh and Robert Abernethy at 1365 Crestview. Stolen items ranged from firearms to household goods and auto parts. Police described entry methods and losses, while city actions included school board rescheduling and street safety plans.
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Corona
William BE
McCarthy
Ford
Robert W “Abernethiy
Crestview
Abernethy
Register
Howard
Ashby
Serrano
Larry West
Texaco
Lincoln
Kraus 89 obituary notes Austrian-born Corona resident
Rudolph Kraus, 89, died yesterday at Circle City Hospital. Born in 1884 in Austria, he lived in Corona off and on the past 15 years, moving here three months ago from Texas. He was a member of Austin Lodge F and AM. Survived by son Harry D Kraus of Corona, daughter Elaine Rauscher of Illinois, and two grandsons. Private funeral at Temple Beth Sholém with cremation at Riverside. Thomas Miller Mortuary handled arrangements. Donations recommended to the Heart Fund.
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Rudolph
Kraus
Cypress
Circle City Hospital
Austria
Corona
Texas
Austin Lodge F&am
Harry D
Elaine Rauscher
Ilinois
Temple Beth Sholém
Riverside
Thomas Miller
Market summary shows mixed declines and gains across major issues
Riverside volume totals and listings include Acme Market Albertsons and AT T ADT with various percentage changes. Dow Jones shows mixed moves with industrials and utilities noted. data reflects broad market activity and specific stock fluctuations in a late trading session.
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Albertsons
Ariz
Sery
At&t
Babcock & Wile
Coleman BI
Ms Crn Zell
Ford
Imperial. Corp
Johns-Manville
Marathon Oil
Doug Asm
Mackintosh
Minn
Public Utilities Panel Sanctions Gas Charge Rise
The California Public Utilities Commission approves a rate increase for Southern California Gas Company to fund an exploration and development project. The approved annual rise totals 593000 dollars, adding modest monthly cents to the typical 100 therms home bill.
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California Public Utilities Commission
Southern California
Gas Company Authority
Coronan Woman Earns Pepperdine English Degree Magna Cum Laude
Mrs Lary Jones formerly Luan Bryant of Corona graduates Pepperdine University with a Bachelor of Arts in English literature and psychology Magna Cum Laude ranking third in her class. She receives a full scholarship for a master's in English and a graduate assistantship in the English Department. She is an Alpha Chi scholar and listed in Who's Who Among American Colleges and Universities. She is a Corona High School alumna.
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Lary’ Jones
Luan Bryant
Mroni
Robert’ van Scoder
Ernie Bryant
Corona
Pepperdine University
Jones
Corana High School
Pistol Hold-Up Reported At Riverside Store
A gunpoint robbery occurred in Riverside with a suspect demanding $12 from clerk Susan Mi Vitaz 20. The robber demanded help and fled after the clerk complied. police describe the weapon as a .45 caliber pistol. The clerk was not injured.
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Susan Mi. Vitaz
California
Riverside
MD Bhie
Clote
Norcom City awards honor city employees at annual dinner
More than one hundred city officials and spouses attended the Norcom City Awards dinner at the Norcomain Club. Employees of the Year were Parks and Recreation Director Ray Odell and Deputy City Clerk Muriel Ruthrauff, who also received five year pins from Mayor Nellie Weaver. Velda Rooney and Eddy Richards earned five year pins, while Dave Goad received the Callman of the Year volunteer award. Master of ceremonies was Councilman O M Red Taylor, with department heads introducing staff and a special certificate from the fire department presented to Sheriff’s deputy Chris Coplen for extra help to Norco.
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Norcom City
Norcomain Club
Ray Odell
Muriel Ruthrauff
Ruthrauff
Nellie Weaver
Velda Rooney
Maintanene
Eddy’ Richards
Dave Goad
Red) Taylor
Sir Melendez
Nceds
Fire
Sheriff's
Chris Coplen
Norco
Surprise Density Bonus Debate Shocks Corona City Council
Corona city officials faced sharp opposition as plans for a 10 percent density bonus in a planned development drew fire. Mayor Bass and Councilman Murphy opposed the bonus, while supporter Jim Rust argued developers deserved benefits for superior design. City Manager Wheaton said the clause is not guaranteed and could be used only if merited. Bass moved to send the ordinance back to planning with the bonus eliminated.
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Corona
Bill Bass
George Murphy
Jim ‘Rust
Landi
Wheaton
Babs
Bass
Planning ‘Commission
Charles Jameson
Traffic stop nets three juveniles in Corona car
A routine patrol stopped a station wagon near Ninth and Lincoln for veering over the line. Police found marijuana particles and a warrant in the car. Four engine heads and other stolen items were recovered. Two youths from Riverside and a third from Fullerton were taken to Juvenile Hall. one was released to parents.
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Corona
Iia
Ninth
Lincoln
Cupants
Riverside
Arlington High Feels Energy Cuts As Lights Dim And Heaters Drop
Principal notes energy crisis effects at Arlington High with lights reduced by ninety percent and room temperatures lowered from 72 to 68 degrees, per administrative aide Toni Gomez.
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Arlington High
Toni Gomez
Retiring Navy Annex Electronics Tech Reflects on 30 Years
Al Gilpin, 58, ends 30 years as a federal employee at the Norco Naval Weapons Annex, receiving a retirement party and a photo poster trophy. He plans to work part time as a consultant while enjoying bridge and leisure, noting civil service has improved after earlier racial tensions and the annex now hosts growing private research activity.
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Carolyn.moore
al Gilpin
Norco
Naval Weapons
Annex
Gilpin
Hye
Riverside
West
Navy
Attnex
Alfred Bernhard
Alice Berry
Alfred Bernard, Jr
Tew
ABG
Anthony
Brucé
Ashley Bryan
Tarasaba
Richmond
Virginia
Calvert to Seek Council Seat in Coron Bowl Race
Corona resident Calvert announces plans to run for the Coron Council, says he will continue ownership and management of his business after selling the building to incumbent Ross Blanch. He states he did not divest holdings to run and notes past disqualification attempts by the council. Calvert has long been tied to the Bowl since 1958 and 1959 management debut. Nomination papers must be filed by Thursday noon for signatures.
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Ee Cuty Calvert
Coron Bowl
Ross Blanch
Calvert
Corona
Bowlawhen
Settlement boosts senior programs in Riverside project
In Sacramento a policy group supported a Santa Clause Riverside initiative for Corona area. The Corona Senior Citizens Service Center received 14 450 dollars in Title Th funds to match roughly 20 000 dollars of local money.
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Ession
Sacramento
Santa Clause
Riverside County
Corona’ 'S
Senior Citizens Service Center
Fall graduates earn degrees at California State University Fullerton
Local residents Coronas and Mira Loma celebrateCSU Fullerton graduation. E Ward van Murden Wesley Buia and Loel Miller receive degrees in linguistics physical education and education. Nancy Heikes earns a B A in sociology.
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California State University
Fullerton
Coronans
E. Wardsvanmuyen
Wesley, E. Buia
Loel P. ‘Miller
Nancy
Heikes
Mira Loma
Sidewalk Slants and Oil Wars Question the Fuel Shortage
A reader asks if major oil companies manipulated fuel shortages for profit and how independent distributors respond to complaints. The inquiry probes causes, market influence, and fairness in pricing and supply.
Shortage Sparks Debate Over Profit Motive
Donald Weiss and Larry Goebel discuss rising prices and possible profit motives amid a shortage. Clary Phillips from Corona voices concern about price increases and potential manipulation.
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Donald. Weiss
Hole
Larry. Goebel
Pecan
Clarcy Phillips
Corona
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