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Newspaper
Corona Daily Independent
Location
Corona, California, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1934
Page
1
A fragmentary account of Paul Bunyan and Babe the Blue Ox recounts feats in Northwestern logging camps. It describes Babe’s enormous appetite, log hauling epic, and crew adventures from ox teamwork to improvised tools. The tale blends tall lore with humorous exploits and fantastical stunts.
Fireman C. Slim Carwile of Corona Fire Department scored 784 of 900 in three pistol contests, earning the Riverside County Peace Officers association sharpshooter medal and high marks in the final compilation. Riverside police won team honors and took the Wheeler and Starkweather trophy. several others earned marksman medals. The award may be presented at the next officers association meeting. Continued on last page.
City council approved a lease for the Y M D serges nightball grounds from June 15 to September 15. The organization will host nightball games and allow other groups to use the field with lighting costs paid. W C Sutter cited an ERA project idea to improve the field by deeper screening and removing gravel for a better playing surface. Mayor Huckins said the ERA suggestion would be remembered as a potential local project.
The report shows national highway and street spending in 1933 exceeded 1.55 billion dollars. It highlights government funding levels and infrastructure investment during the year.
Great Britain is seriously considering the United States plan to allow payment of wartime debt obligations in goods and services, a note from the state department indicated. France was reported to hope for the same privilege.
Commerce between France and Germany remains at a standstill as negotiations on export payment agreements continue in Paris. The hold underscores broader economic frictions amid ongoing diplomatic talks.
Venice awaits a summit between Premier Mussolini and Chancellor Hitler on peace pacts. The anticipated meeting is described as highly important for the entire continent and has attracted broad European attention.
Report from San Francisco describes a car speeding by a machine with a strikebreaker as bullets sprayed the waterfront. The intended victim was unharmed, though the incident left a tense scene and prompted police attention.
Steel workers in Pittsburg gathered for last pre strike meetings ahead of the planned walkout set to begin on the 16th. Final votes on the walkout were to be held tomorrow.
Roosevelt presents to Congress a legislative medicine for strike fever. It calls for consulting boards to mediate labor disputes and penalties for violations of agreements reached by these boards.
Dispatches report 500 buildings razed and hundreds injured near Conception Chile as a hurricane yesterday knocked out all power and communications lines.
New York fans brace for the heavyweight championship clash as title holder Primo Carnera faces challenger Max Baer. Promoters expect strong nationwide interest with eager crowds and a dramatic start as the bell rings.
The Corona Independent reports Opportunity Week closes Saturday at 9 pm marking a crucial point in the campaign. Points earned this week determine who among workers will win one of five bonus checks and who remains outside the top five. The final three days will decide the recipients as the page notes continued on the last page.
New candidate John F. Wellpott of Norco filed nominating papers for constable. Others presenting sponsors to County Clerk D G Clayton included John King Hemet editor for the Democratic congressional nomination and Fred D Smith Riverside for county clerk. J M Davison of Riverside first to submit nominating petition for county central committees as campaigns heat up across townships.
Nine bids for hauling garbage and trash ranged from 364 to 150 dollars monthly. Roy F. White of West Riverside won the contract, agreeing to the current collection schedule. Start date is July 1 if signed. Local officials expect about 200 dollars monthly savings.
New enrollment of more than 300 young men will begin July 1 for the Civilian Conservation Corps at March Field. CCC workers will be chosen by county welfare departments under the U S Department of Labor and sent to army posts for medical exams. March Field will examine 300 for its quota as Col. Benjamin Lear and Col. H H Arnold inspected CCC headquarters and camps.
The city council refused Henry E. Stiles of 615 Joy Street permission to hold a Sunday Illustrated lecture by the First Church of the First Born in the city park barn, citing potential precedent and disruption to public use.
C. A. Vaile appealed to the city council for information on his rights as a property owner after neighbor obstructions blocked his planned improvements. City Attorney Walter Clayson provided guidance during the discussion.
Y M C A organized events for Corona and Norco youths with West Sixth Street closed from Main to Buena Vista tomorrow afternoon. Races begin at 2 pm with streets detoured via Seventh Street and guards at intersections. 50 to 100 more entries needed. prizes and silver cups promised for winners.
A swarm of bees descended on the reel of a tow car hoist parked outside Graham Bros Garage today. John Wightman led the capture effort with electrical and battery staff, amid speculation whether the swarm ties to a prior incident at George Graham’s ranch.
Corona's city treasurer Ed Hicks notes the first allocation of state liquor revenue, a $546.69 share from liquor license fees collected December 5 1933 to April 1 1934. Riverside leads the county with $1,800. The funds come from 60 percent of liquor license fees distributed by the state board of equalization, warrants issued by Ray L Riley.
The city council last night discussed removing a pepper tree in the parking area at 620 West Sixth Street to clear space for a driveway. The request was referred to the Tree Commissioner for investigation and report.
The world heavyweight title bout concluded with Carnera securing the championship amid sharp debate over the purse. Reported earnings from the match show a gross of approximately $360, a figure disputed by critics and fans alike.
Dr. W S Davis resigns after 21 and a half years as Corona public health officer citing ill health. Council accepts with gratitude and grants an extra month's vacation. He joined January 18 1913 earning forty dollars monthly and will help draft the health board annual report before a successor is appointed by Mayor Dan Huckins.
Two audience members spoke as the city council heard that the annual health report would be prepared Wednesday night and is expected to be larger than usual. R L Willits urged saving Miss Matilda E Jacobsen, the city nurse and truant officer, amid reports of her dismissal. A joint council and school board meeting planned for Monday at 10 to discuss hiring a full time school nurse proposed by the Corona Norco PTA council.
The 15th annual children's floral pageant organized by the Ocean Park Business Men's Association will take place on Sunday, June 24.
Sport fishing has never been better in Southern California over the past three months. Ground Catalina Island yields nita and sea bass while crowds along piers barges and boats nightly bring in yellowtail barracuda halibut and other desirable ocean fish.
About 50 to 60 local business and professional men will attend a Corona BusinessMen’s Association dinner at the Hotel Kinney banquet room. B P Calhoun NRA legal adviser for Southern California will speak on retail food and grocery codes and business methods. A round table will follow for residents to question the Los Angeles attorney. reservations close tomorrow noon.
Dr. Charles H. Cunningham announced after NRA ruling by Hugh S. Johnson that motor vehicle retailers in towns under 2,500 are not exempt from the code. The order, amended May 15, keeps automobile retailing agencies under general provisions and applies broadly across multiple communities.
Riverside Orange and San Bernardino grocers met at the American Legion hall in San Bernardino to organize the Citrus Retail Grocers Association. Officers were named temporarily, with J. B. Hanna as president and B. F. Wagner among directors, pending a later vote.
Prices for California lemons and related brands vary by market. Quotations include Sunkist at 6.20, Ball at 5.55, Orchard Run around 6.10, Red Ball 3.25, Standard 5.10, and Sunkist again near 5.80 to 6.70 in different regions such as Southland, Cleveland, Illinois, and St. Louis with multiple standard and brand listings.
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