Corona sales lead nation in buying power in 1956
The Corona market posted 24 770 000 in retail sales, up from 21 074 000, with local net incomes at 18 298 000 and an average 4 692 per household. Corona’s sales index sits at 163, well above the U S average, signaling Corona as a regional trading hub amid rising savings and pent up purchasing power.
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County to Hold Two Hearings on Smog Monday
Riverside County to hold two hearings on air pollution after a preliminary session at 11 a.m. and a general hearing at 2 p.m. by the Board of Supervisors. Corona Manufacturing Division head H L Harvill urged local manufacturers to attend both sessions and participate in the open discussion.
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Red” Harvill
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JayCees Paint House Numbers in First Work
The Corona Junior Chamber of Commerce begins a public service project painting street numbers on curbs citywide for a small donation. The program, praised by the Corona Police and Fire Departments, ambulance services, local doctors, and residents, uses silver reflective paint funded by 3M and black ground paint donated by Nelsoms.
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Weatherman Promises Pleasant Weekend for Coronans
A warm 80 degree noon greeted Coronans as the weatherman forecast a pleasant weekend. Yesterday peaked at 82 with a 419 afternight low. Mostly sunny conditions persist along the coast with scattered thundershowers in Owens Valley tonight and temperatures holding near current levels elsewhere.
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Owens Valley
Friday Night Cash Prize Draw in Corona Stores
A set of Corona merchants plan a $65 cash giveaway tonight to a Friday shopper. No purchase needed to participate. ask for a ticket during the week at listed shops. The winner will be announced simultaneously in all stores at 8 p.m. if present in any shop. If no winner, a redraw occurs minutes later.
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Schwartz Furniture
Weatherby Furniture
Kay's
Fabric Shop
Young Vandals Egg-Throwing at Lincoln Ave New House
Police investigate vandalism at a home under construction at 406 Lincoln Ave. Eggs were hurled inside the structure by youths. The eggs were reportedly stolen moments earlier from a nearby chicken ranch where the residents chased several children away.
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Gasoline Theft From Charles McCoy’s Truck
Police investigate theft of 34 gallons of gasoline from Charles McCoy’s pickup at 611 East Eighth Street. McCoy says two tank fulls were taken last week while he was away. Neighbors recall youths seen rummaging Her report notes a curfew violation earlier by the same youths.
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Prize-Winning Dachshunds Arrive From England in Two Shipments
Claude Blackman of Coronita receives 12 registered miniature dachshunds flown from England in two arrivals. The dogs include four adults and nine puppies of various ages. Their owners the Robertson family plan to join them from England June 28 with the goal of starting a kennel after the sergeant’s US posting.
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Corona City County hints at minor paving projects
County paving proposals for Cota Street and Porphry Road in Corona are being advanced for the next county budget. Officials note these projects are small and part of larger plans, while broader road improvements and a potential City Hall site are still undeveloped and debated.
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Harmony Urged at Norco District Water Board
Norco Community Services District secretary Ella Miles defends her role in handling nomination papers amid criticism. The Norco Water Board meets tonight to discuss director terms, with Harry Kraus up for reelection and Red Taylor a new member, amid questions over expired terms and filing dates.
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Lions Club Posts Fishing Film Night to Spur Plans
Lions Club members attended a sportfishing film night hosted by the Point Loma Sportfishing Association in San Diego. Bill O Neil presented reels on yellowtail and high seas fun, provoking plans to fish more after a Hickory Barbecue meeting led by Frank Morrell. Next, President Ken Thomas will hand over to Leo Benedict with an installation in the week following.
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Eisenhower rejects demand to fire Adams amid ethics probe
President Eisenhower refused a congressional push to dismiss Sherman Adams after Democrats denounced his contacts with federal agencies on behalf of industrialist Bernard Goldfine. Adams acknowledged Goldfine paid about $2,000 of his hotel bills at the Sheraton Plaza in Boston.
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Adams Acknowledges Favors in Goldfine Affair
Adams acknowledged contacting the Federal Trade Commission and the Securities Commission over Goldfine affairs in a letter to House subcommittee chair Oren Harris. He refused to appear in the case. Congressman Mack urged the President to demand Adams resign over alleged acceptances including hotel rooms, a mink coat, or cash.
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Police Arrest Boy 17 Too Drunk to Book in Arlington
Nine Corona youths aged 16 to 20 were picked up on charges of alcoholic possession while minors and curfew violations. A 17 year old was recorded as too drunk to book after passing out in a squad car. arrests occurred between 9:15 p m and 1 20 a m with several sent to Juvenile Hall. Fines of 35 dollars were imposed on Andres Quintana 19 Luis Munoz Arthur Garcia and Lawrence Torres for possessing alcohol as minors with varying arrest times and a two year compliance condition was set.
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Cota St
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Belle ‘Ave
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East Sixth St
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Despondent airman search resumes at Shreveport
Authorities resumed dawn search for a young airman believed to have taken his own life after a broken romance, in Shreveport Louisiana. The incident prompted a manhunt as investigators review possible suicide notes and distress signals.
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