05 Jun 1936
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Newspaper
Corona Daily Independent
Location
Corona, California, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1936
Page
1
The writer recalls last night’s high school commencement with detail from the audibly gasping stage to the crowd outside. He notes seniors receiving diplomas from President Mueller, the dignified procession, and the emotional scenes as families celebrate the milestone.
In the last two decades tornadoes across the United States have caused about 52,486 fatalities and more than 233 million dollars in property losses.
A 30 man group toured the Cajalco Lakeview project as engineers and workers explained the dam tunnels and pipes. The Griffith Company aims to complete the reservoir by May 1938 at a cost of 4.9 million dollars.
Congress plans a recess during the Republican National convention in Cleveland with plans to reconvene June 15 to finish the legislative program. The move follows the state funeral for Speaker Joseph W. Burns in Washington.
The Ko-Hi-Nur staff earned a bronze medal from the Columbia Scholastic Press Association. The award's purpose remains unclear to Editor Carl Colman and the faculty. Assistants Miss Margaret Mitchell and others aided the yearbook staff, with work highlighted by student reporters.
Trading on the stock exchange slipped to a ten month low with most issues edging down. The French situation drew major attention as heavy Paris gold exports and labor troubles prompted caution. Analysts expected France to curb the gold flow, a move seen as a potential end to the gold standard.
Justice of the peace Henry Johnson, 75, says there is nothing like a good bicycle ride to preserve health. He rides to work and back every day, regardless of rain or shine.
Assemblyman Leon M Donihue announced a Los Angeles meeting of the assembly and finance committee on June 12 to examine alleged graft in California liquor control enforcement. He cited a confessed $500 bribe by two Oakland agents and alleged conspiracy involving Helen M Werner and state officials to fix southern California liquor control.
Polls close at 7 o clock tonight to vote on candidates for the three year term. Voters in Corona precincts use Lincoln school East Tenth street, Norco and Eastvale use Norco school, and Prado precincts use Prado school for balloting. Incumbent F J Mueller faces challenger C Robinson.
Riverside county peace officers attended a Ban ning gathering where Brooks Lowentrout spoke on G men work at the Department of Justice in Washington. He discussed handwriting analysis and chemical treatment to decipher charred paper and noted a crime wave as youths reach 19. Attendees included Justice and Mrs. McCauley and several local residents.
London report notes Dr John Riddell assistant medical officer for Stirlingshire argues in Lancet that modern schoolboys wear excessive clothing harming health. He points to discomfort heat and restricted movement as issues of concern.
The Independent will provide election results from today's school board vote. Call the editorial office at 35 tonight from 7:30 to 10 for returns as votes are counted. Polls close at 7 and results will be announced promptly after the count begins. A $5 call fee applies for the information.
American Industry plans to honor the explorer Dick Byrd with a gold medallion at a New York testimonial noting his lone six month meteorological vigil at the southernmost outpost. The reverse bears the message All Well and his portrai t in Admiral Hyrde’s hut. Despite severe cold and a poison sling attempt, Byrd chose to die rather than signal for help, then survived by a miracle.
The Corona High School class of 1936 graduates in a ceremonial night at the Corona theatre where 79 seniors receive their diplomas. Absent is Irving Winple who plans Navy service. The event follows the senior breakfast at Glen Ivy and marks the end of a long school career with caps tassels and flowers amid a festive but reflective mood.
Great Hall hosts state funeral for Joseph W. Burns with President Roosevelt, Cabinet members, justices, and diplomats in attendance. The body lies in state in the House chamber while a guard of honor and formalities mark the ceremony before a funeral train carries Burns to Nashville for burial.
Santa Ana report lists Vince Ricardi of San Francisco tied to the district attorney's office as sought in Ovanse County on an ornate theft complaint involving 8,490 dollars in gold mining stock. A. FalMrtschekt of Huntington Beach signed the complaint against Beard.
Frank Al Healy former city councilman and ardent dry worker was elected vice president of the county dry forces group at Riverside. The group planned to start circulating petitions in churches for signatures across the state with BL Givens of Riverside chosen president.
Prices for Valencia and lemon shipments in New York on June 6 show Valencia cars sold around 2.60 to 4.00 per box with slight declines in lower grades. Demons and related varieties not clearly defined. Lemons hold steady on top grades with minor dips in select lots. price range indicated roughly 3.10 to 4.50 per box.
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