24 Jun 1936
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Newspaper
Corona Daily Independent
Location
Corona, California, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1936
Page
1
The piece notes rising potato prices from twenty five cents for six pounds to March past, with housewives surprised and farmers in Kern County and delta districts rejoicing at good crops. It contrasts postwar price pain with modern efficiency through mass retailing and direct-to-consumer sales, urging acceptance of spuds’ practical value.
California launches the most thorough survey of its highway system yet, using 38300,000 in federal funds. Over 200 experts map roads, study needs, traffic flows, and who pays for highways, aiming to set standards and a vehicle use contribution system. The project seeks fair facility allocation and funded maintenance amid ongoing reform debates.
Labor groups and farmers predict a record summer travel season as Western lines cut fares to match 1933 levels and high speed trains cut cross country times. The program includes coach and first class options, a coast circle trip from Chicago for 52.76, and a 56 hour 15 minute New York to Los Angeles run.
The Corona branch of the American Red Cross has installed brand new sewing machines replacing old ones. Twelve treadle and four electric machines are in place with four more on the way. Mrs. Ida Field reports two 8 hour shifts, one from 6 am to 2 pm and another from 10 am to 6 30 pm, to utilize all allotted time before July 1.
Mrs Nellie Fagan a longtime resident here visiting friends Mrs Mary Packer was taken to her Pasadena home where she died at 7 20 pm from an apparent heart attack Mrs Fagan lived with B H Puckroo family and was aided by Mrs Tucker and her son before passing away shortly after arrival
Fourteen inmates charged with kidnapping and murder after the Oklahoma state penitentiary break last month. One suspect remains at large as authorities continue investigations amid multiple injuries and fatalities.
City Council convened briefly as Council Joe Copley faced resistance to a planned smoking break during session. Mayor Dan Huckins dismissed the idea, stressing council decorum while the meeting reviewed street and planning items and the new City Planning Commission.
A group of 68 Coronaps and several Hiver-Siders sign up for free swimming lessons at the municipal pool. Mrs. Nettie Whitcomb, the manager, says students range from three years old to adults. Instructors are Mrs. Whitcomb and lifeguards Robert Pierce and Richard Vanderhoot with Red Cross guards Dannie Keller or Mack Robinson on duty for extra safety. The new boat drawn interest as youths raft and the city may buy it for pool facilities.
A Coral city coordinator group formed at the Chamber of Commerce to oppose a single tax via sales tax repeal. The effort includes an executive committee, mass meetings planned, and a citywide information campaign against the measure before voters in November.
Tracing former occupants proves futile as investigators fail to locate owners for missing door knobs and a small monetary loss remains unresolved.
The story details figures campaigning for a Second New Deal policy pledge. It notes Democratic platform debates, party factions over a progressive agenda, and key players like Sen. Robert Wagner and Sen. Bennett Clark shaping convention rules and platform language.
The county Roosevelt Democratic organization announced the first rally to back President Roosevelt. It will be Tuesday evening, June 30, at Riverside Municipal Auditorium with one admission fee and no collection. A musical program and talks by candidates will be included.
Ed gar reported as resigned from the California Board of Equalization. Reliable sources say the resignation rests with a Gay Fr ank Merriam representative. Governor Merriam reportedly selected William C. Bonelli to succeed Malleag on the board.
Governor Alf Landon announced a two week vacation to Pocahontas and Colorado. He planned to clear state and campus duties today and depart at sunset, his first downtime since taking office.
Hollywood publisher Judge Clark Palmer of the Hollywood Citizen News says he will not spend or accept funds for a campaign. He will back Ralph Fivans in the district attorney race against Aaron Bitts, citing a historic Los Angeles County politics context.
Lawson Glad to Return Home visits his old hometown of Eadanta Colo where two daughters reside. He traveled via trap cited avenues to Coronet ches sabi CR, seeking comfort during two weeks of vacation amid commentaire conditions and reported fields lacking evident property.
Chrysler corporation stock today led the market into the highest territory since April. The Dow industrial average hovered close to a yearly peak with only a small dip from the high mark.
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