12 Jun 1917
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Newspaper
Corona Daily Independent
Location
Corona, California, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1917
Page
1
Local Greek papers report King Constantine abdicated the throne and named his son Prince Alexander as successor. The Ministeral Union prepares the open-air meeting lots for the upcoming outdoor services series.
A Fullerton California subscriber writes June 4 1917 to The Independent noting they cannot afford to continue the paper as they are Red Cross enthusiasts. The letter mentions 400 town members supporting the Red Cross and enclosing a 2.09 fund check.
Iron, awarded the contract to build twelve divers for the United States, plans a new plant with a budget of about $1,000,000 to handle the work.
A new olive propagation project is announced for the site, signaling expansion in local horticulture. Officials describe the plan as part of a broader urban greening effort and expect community benefits.
Mr. Edward Trefz, former associate secretary of the United States Chamber of Commerce and current head of the Los Angeles Chamber, speaks tonight at 7:30 at the Woman's Club House on Red Grass work. He has traveled widely and will present a stirring talk to inspire humane action and restful evenings.
Dudley Rice and James Utter joined the Red Cross at headquarters Saturday with earnings from their labor. Dudley aims to earn enough to buy a pin this week, while local children are urged to collect tin foil and papers to raise funds, bundling them securely.
Local officers rounded up several young boys on burglary charges after patrols warned parents about late night outings and bad company. The youths were placed with probation services and much of the stolen loot has been recovered and returned to rightful owners.
A fire at the Chase Ranch damaged a two room cottage where Jose Falosa and family lived. A 13 hour old baby, the mother and another infant survived after a neighbor forced entry. losses include a sewing machine phonograph sacks of beans flour lard and bedding, total about 500 dollars with no insurance.
Glen Ivy Resort and Hot Springs plans a major expansion with a new bath house offering 120 degree hot mineral baths, electrical treatments, massages, and new cottages. A large picnic ground and improved facilities target attractively to draw visitors from Los Angeles County and Corona. The Los Angeles County Press Association has booked a principal early visit, boosting local publicity and regional reputation.
Twenty dollars was dumped into the wading pool fund in one contribution after F. W. Becker of Corona Mercantile telephoned that a purse was being gathered among company officials and staff. Another local donor offered two fifty for the kids, with a dollar enough to let a child wet his feet. If funds exceed pool costs, the surplus will support playground equipment for the city park.
Mrs. R. N. Ross and her son Robert return home after a two weeks visit with Mrs. Ross' father, Dr. Sans, in Venice.
A local store touts its meat department offering telephone orders with guaranteed satisfaction. The column notes customers can specify exact cuts and preferences and that every pound of meat left the store will please the buyer.
Newton & Harding erect a new warehouse to handle this year’s crop of beans. The building will mirror last year’s 66 by 150 feet size, joining the old structure at the south end. Mr. Lewis handles masonry and Mr. Hoffman oversees carpentry.
About 225 people traveled from Corona on the Pacific Electric to Riverside for church picnics by the Methodist and Baptist congregations. A later car carried 25 to Fairmount Park, and many used autos, with overall attendance estimated at around four hundred fifty from the two churches.
Anita Stewarts to be at Majestic in a story set in Ausone France. Don Wildresse runs Cafe Biribi as a covert spy for the French government. Philippa, his cashier, aids his espionage while a stolen Harkness shell plan triggers pursuit by British officers Halkett and Gray. Warner meets Halkett and Philippa becomes torn between loyalty and affection as secrets unravel.
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