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Newspaper
Corona Daily Independent
Location
Corona, California, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1937
Page
1
A writer questions the purpose of the 8:45 p.m. daily fire siren in Corona and Colton arguing it no longer signals curfew. He notes children’s sleep disruption and lunch-hour alerts during daytime tests, while sharing career misadventures and reflections on education.
A speaker warns of drifting toward fascism or communism and urges citizens to recognize danger signals. The essay contrasts democracy with totalitarian systems, noting both fascism and communism rely on coercion and control, and stresses the state should serve the people.
A Washngton University student won first prize in a safe drivers contest despite never having driven a car. The item reflects humorous regional slang and commentary on public perception of newspapers.
Curb Club members drift to sleep while viewing work on a bank building. Cornans warn of warm weather effects at soda fountains. Beachgoers pack up early for a post work start.
Friday evening Neal Snipe and others attended a rally for all Church of Christ young people in Southern California. M Howard Fagan, pastor of Wilshire Blvd Christian Church of Los Angeles, gave the main address at Feld in Montebello.
The Corona Bank of America branch opened with public inspections and floral greetings from city firms. Officials from branches and Southern headquarters attended. Manager C. A. Steves, coming from Fallbrook, led staff W. C. Henning, Paul Kid, and Miss Jaetty Dix in welcoming guests.
Copies of a referendum petition against bill 200 the Garrison revenue bond measure were filed with Secretary of State Frank C. Jordan. The petitions require 116 487 signers by August 26 and circulate under the California Tax Improvement association of San Francisco and Los Angeles.
The San Francisco grand jury nearing completion of its inquiry into a police graft case is reported to favor a full overhaul of the police department from top to bottom with unanimous support.
Film and radio writer Al Boasberg died suddenly from a heart attack and was en route to Buffalo for interment. Funeral services were held this morning. His contract to write Jack Benny's radio program had just been renewed. He is credited with contributing much of the Marx Brothers current comedy script.
Longacre spoke at a Norco chamber gathering about fire protection forestry and watershed value. Ralph Stanfield outlined county interest in Norco growth and the Norco drainage project now under way with PWUA operation.
The American Fruit Growers stay unbeaten by rallying from behind to beat Foothill 14 to 9. A crowd of 600 watched Foothill lead with 9 runs in six innings before AFG hitters exploded for three runs in each of the first two frames to seal the win. Goose Men led the offense as Tecothilh Riley and Cena contributed in the late push.
Uneven OCR text describes a community recreation program with activities such as checkerboards, carom, croquet and quoits. It mentions locations, volunteers, and the aim to offer play spaces and organized games for youth and families starting Tuesday.
Text indicates a federal steel reevaluation board seeks to end a steel strike with martial law threats in Cleveland and Pennsylvania. It mentions Ohio centers and a Johnstown action as a possible parallel with pending orders and board decisions reflected by Charles Du Patt.
Nevada California Electric workers and families gather for the annual picnic in Riverside. The event features games and contests in the central area, with a dance to follow in the evening. Most staff attend, except those required to maintain service.
Towns end club members and well wishers are reminded of a meeting at the Wormts club house Monday evening starting at 6:00 with a dinner under the supervision of Mrs Sunerr s sad Mp VEabry Phote. A corps of helpers will assist with serving and seating as a program of entertainment is planned, says John Al Cubley head of the Local Townsend organization.
County auditor Ray Pierks says the preliminary budget may be ready for board presentation Monday. He cautions it is a slow process with substantial work remaining to balance the payroll and tax rate. Hicks already stated salary ordinance increases will raise the county tax rate by at least four cents.
The document details a proclamation by Gov. Mocprigcu announcing Migration Week from Cait ora Purge through the week’s end. It mentions cadets Piaebe and Py E Pee vettyery and references events at Ta ee, Oe it a eeetrygrmprer gt fede ty Peoples ith afoee tao ways Hoel. The text is fragmented with unclear dates and places, but centers on official proclamations and civic actions during a period labeled as Migration Week.
Funeral services for Antone A Marrow are announced with burial to follow in the local cemetery. The obituary notes multiple family survivors and lists relatives across town, indicating a large hometown gathering for services.
City officials led by Mayor Daniel Al Kooges mapped defense plans to keep the Newton Steel plant operating as workers demanded. National Guard units under Map bode Carrier departed the city after tense standoffs and disputed leadership amid ongoing strikes.
The Court of Honor awarded the Eagle to Quarest Jones. Parents and family attended the ceremony as Scouts from Troy observed the rite. Presenters announced next steps for the three recipients as they prepare to travel to Washington for the Scout Jamboree.
The Corona tax paying citizens publish The Independent Wing Volume 89 number 142 noting local printing and distribution in Corona.
Martial law was declared in Johnstown Pennsylvania amid a steel strike tied to President Eugene G Grace of Philadelphia Steel and a Governor Hoagie request. State police patrolled the industrial area as clashes and a fatality were reported.
Moscow reports three Heroes of the Soviet Union completed a round trip from Moscow toward San Francisco near the North Pole. The craft covered about 2000 kilometers before returning to base amid harsh weather and forecasted storms.
The report notes several tall hollyhocks in the area with measurements from nearby streets. Mrs. Wo Tower and Miss HioON Peres claim plants reaching twelve feet tall while others on Pepin and Hamner avenues show eleven to twelve feet. Independent observers will verify if any hollyhock exceeds twelve feet before summer ends.
The market shows lower shipments with declines in large sizes from Florida and California. Smaller sizes help offset losses, while next week’s cargo may arrive late to meet pre fourth of July demand. Cool rainy weather continues to ease California fruit prices.
Readable market notes show butter and eggs pricing alongside chicken varieties from large to fryers. Prices listed include eggs at various cent values and hens and fryers with modest shifts, reflecting typical mid-market fluctuations.
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