24 Jun 1926
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Newspaper
Corona Daily Independent
Location
Corona, California, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1926
Page
1
The Corona automobile show at the SG community fair will run June 29 to July 3 at the city park. Local agents and dealers signed up to enter latest car models and accessories, with demonstrations of new transportation methods. The event aims to surpass county fair exhibits and attract visitors from Riverside and nearby towns.
The Azusa Chamber of Commerce and American Legion post announce a big rodeo to be held Sunday and Monday July 4 and 5 in Southern California. Roy Arnold, returning from Arizona, oversaw purchase of a carload of wild horses and another carload of wild steers from Mexico. Seating for 8000 and free parking near the grounds are planned. BE Lowe of Parkridge Riding academy named official rodeo judge.
Fresno police chief John D. Morgan formally enters the mayoral race declaring his bid in Fresno. He frames his platform around crime control, city services, and public safety as key issues.
Mr and Mrs A G Price were business visitors in Hemet today, meeting local officials and inspecting commercial sites as part of their regional business tour.
Game Patrolman Jos N Saunders of the California fish and game commission cited five residents for over limits of lake trout taken at Independence Lake. Two arrestees faced fines of 25 dollars each in Judge C A Ocker's court, all paying. California trout limit is 25 fish or 10 pounds and one trout per day.
Nutritional problems in citrus growing tied to fertilization irrigation and soil salts. Two speakers Leslie Sharp and Dr W P Kelley will discuss reducing guesswork in irrigation and fertilization and alkali salt problems in trees at the Citrus Institute in Santa Paula on July 9 under the Inter County Citrus Department and Agricultural Extension Service.
June 24 report from Pauperized Bukharest notes Prince Carol cut from civil salary. His income shifts to Princess Helene and crown prince, while he relies on lands and property left by King Carol I. The annual loss reduces his earnings to about 30 thousand dollars, raising questions about princely status.
Kealoha serenaders from Whittier College perform a sacred music program Sunday evening June 27 at First Methodist Church. A male quartet Gordon Berger, John Painter, Granville Starbuck, Ezra Ellis with a Hawaiian trio offer instrumental, readings, and vocal numbers to benefit Whittier School. Admission is free with a silver offering for the tour expenses.
The San Bernardino county board of supervisors approved an emergency ordinance setting a midnight closing time for public dance halls within seven days. The measure, requested by Big Bear valley entrepreneur F. C. Dad Skinner, aims to support local business interests by enforcing the new closing hour.
Senator Reed questions Wayne B Wheeler and the Anti-Saloon League over campaign funds. The committee learns national prohibition drive cost $35 million overall and $2.5 million annually in the peak pre‑enactment years.
Mrs Merle Harris attends Pomona summer school with classes from 8 30 a m to noon enabling daily automobile travel.
Tonight events include Corona Brotherhood at the Methodist church at 7 34 P M and St Johns Masonic picnic at city park at 6 30 P M The All Stars Y M C A of Ontario clash with Corona at Recreation Ground 7 36 P M Rotarians meet at 12 15 P M at Hotel Kinney All Stars host Ontario Saturday office clerks noon paper early Market day merchants advertise Dinner dance at Parkridge Country Club Sunday services begin 9 30 A M in all churches
Corona town team meets Ontario YMC A in a weekly nightball game at the local field. Corona has won two and lost one this season, with prior tense contests noted against Redlands San Bernardino Rubidoux. Ontario, a strong local league side, is expected to provide a stiff challenge tonight.
Lieutenant Commander Richard E Byrd and Floyd Bennett were greeted by President Coolidge upon their return from Spitzbergen where they completed an air voyage to the north in May. The president presented them medals and praised their achievement.
Dr. L. A. Wright, a guest in Long Beach, spent Tuesday visiting local sites and meeting residents. He toured landmarks and spoke with community members about ongoing projects and regional interests.
National Automobile Club reports highway work south of Pismo Beach to remove grade crossings over the Southern Pacific tracks. A short unpaved stretch remains on the old highway, while the road from Pismo Beach to Edna is rough but passable and the Pismo Beach to Oceana area is in very good condition.
Fred C. Roegge founder of the No-Air Rubber Co faces charges of obtaining money under false pretenses in a preliminary hearing before Judge Garner. More than 1000 spectators expected. courtroom moved to the Highgrove Community Hall. two day hearing with Deputy District Attorney Redwine prosecuting and David Welts defending.
A bumper hay harvest in Chino results from timely spring rains. Farmers report higher quantity and better quality than recent years with April downpours aiding curing. Yield estimates suggest around two to three tons per acre in low-lying areas, and total grain crop around 20,000 tons, the heaviest since 1916.
The City Creek road to Dig Bear Lake is in good condition and will be kept so all summer. The steam shovel has been removed. work continues on the Deep Creek Cut-off. Motorists should drive carefully between Lake View Point and the active steam shovel site.
County Scout Executive C C Cantrell departed yesterday with a Cadwanhee guard of seven junior camp officers for the county Scout camp in the idyll wild woods. He will return tonight while the young directors remain to ready the camp for the opening Saturday. Over 60 Riverside youths planned for the first period and a similar number plus 10 to 15 more for the second period encampment starting July 6. First stay is 10 days, second two weeks, with Cantrell as camp director and Dr Paul Simonds as camp doctor and assistant director.
Weber Baking Company announces construction of a new 150000 dollar plant in Glendale. The project aims to expand production capacity and create local jobs as work progresses this year.
California produced about 900000 tons of grapes in 1920 according to state crop data. The figure reflects a strong domestic wine and table grape market year.
Mrs Minnie Kennedy boards a train to Douglas Arizona with authorities to be with her daughter Aimee Semple McPherson who claimed kidnapping and ransom torture in Mexico after fleeing Ocean Park California. McPherson was brought to a Douglas hospital by James Anderson after being found collapsed at Agua Prieta across the border.
Lions Club members heard Fred Schaal describe the Brogdex and Brogdite citrus treatment system that protects fruit from blue mold decay, enabling fresher shipments to eastern markets. The program noted cost per box, potential profits, and faster, safer handling via a secret formula and wax process. A July 9 past presidents smoker was announced with entertainment and speakers.
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