26 Jun 1936
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Newspaper
Corona Daily Independent
Location
Corona, California, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1936
Page
1
A compact set of handwritten notes captured in casual form. The pages show brief reflections and observations, likely from informal or personal study, with quick cursory lines and sketches. The content hints at daily routines and casual reminders rather than formal reportage.
The piece contrasts party loyalties and rising independent voting, urging observers to watch the independent voter in November as a potential key to the White House. It also discusses railroads adapting with improved trains, air conditioning, shorter schedules, better dining, and lower fares to boost travel and business.
A Marietta report traces Alfred Mossman Landon from Pennsylvania birth on September 9 1887 to Ohio roots in Marietta. Neighbors recall a quiet studious youth who excelled in class and joined a boys club, with teachers noting his neat appearance and strong grades. The feature notes a flood-damaged page complicating school records and teases continued coverage on Page 2.
Riverside County records show 38 voters changed registration at the county clerk to Democratic prior to the August primary. Of these, 34 former Republicans shifted to the Democratic column while one Prohibitionist moved to Bourbon and two G O P aligned socialists also changed. The moves favor H R Sheppard of San Bernardino County for Congress, backed by the Townsendites, who faces Joseph Seymour of Riverside and Congressman Sam Collins of Orange County.
J. E. Hampson, arrested recently on a charge of issuing checks without funds, will face arraignment in Judge George F. Mc Cauley’s court tomorrow morning. The complaint was signed by Louis Grossman.
Bob Weet works as a radio operator and weather observer on Canyon Island for Pacific Alaska Airways. He visits Juneau annually for a haircut and his lone island visitors arrive by plane about every three months.
Gov Alf Landon announced a two week work stoppage while he and his family stay at the McGraw ranch near Estes Park following his acceptance speech. He had arrived late last night and prepared for the nomination next month.
Local produce men report coranans and residents consuming watermelons as Pelano melons begin arriving from the north. Prices around one cent and a half per pound for Klondykes and striped varieties, with notable demand from The Imperial Valley crop.
A man found Sunday in the Riverside area along the Santa Ana river bottom is believed to be Ross Hauger known as Rolf Hauken from Ontario. Despite efforts by Corona Boy Scouts and local authorities, identification remains uncertain with matching descriptions unconfirmed and no signs of violence observed.
Roy Staley and Kay Atvet worked out at the high school field amid WPA renovations. Staley, noted as a world record co holder in high hurdles with Phil Cope, ran a 14.1 over hurdles placement. Atvet, a former broad jumper, trains for the hop, skip and jump event with an eye toward Berlin and international competition.
Next Wednesday July 1 A M Root Jr will join the Pate fie Library board succeeding J H Moore who declined another term Root was appointed by the city council this week as the new board member
Coronans prepare for the June dinner of the Imperial Highway association at Glen Ivy Hot Springs. President George Crownell of Warners Hot Springs will preside, with secretary George Kellogg of Yorba Linda sharing progress reports. Attendees include representatives from El Segundo to El Centro, and host Frank Ss. Johnson offers free use of the Glen Ivy plunge in the afternoon.
London reports that seventy Imperial Airways pilots are back in training to operate four engined hydroplanes for Empire routes. Many hold thousands of flight hours as the fleet shifts from land planes to faster flying boats for day and night operations on 26 000 miles of routes.
Canton reports advancing forces of Chiang Kai Shek send central troops into Kwangtung and Kianpsi provinces as Chen Choi-Tane challenges central authority in Canton. The maneuver escalates regional conflict with troops moving into disputed areas.
Funeral services will be held tomorrow at 2 30 PM for Mrs Emily June Brunson of this city aged 79. Dr Wallace A Williams officiates at Boover Bell chapel with interment at Sunnyslope cemetery. Survived by Tirke In and Orville A Brunson, a brother Milton Burge, five grandchildren five great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren.
The District of Columbia Supreme Court ruled the Railroad Pensions Act unconstitutional and enjoined the retirement board from collecting pension payments. Justice Jennings Bailey wrote that levies and taxes to finance rail pensions were invalid and the related regulatory measure must fall as inseparable.
A state highway crew on Hamner Avenue between Corona and Norco trimmed pepper trees along both sides. Low and overhanging branches were removed enhancing visibility. Large cuts were treated with a healing paint to keep the trunks neat.
A serious accident on the Auburndate road near North Main left Mrs. William Mallory of Ojai with a severe facial laceration and other injuries. Her husband, Mr. Mallory, suffered shock and minor injuries as the wrecked car overturned after a rear tire blew. Mrs. Mallory was taken to Corona Hospital. The couple had been en route to Corot to visit the Menetee family.
President Tunes n addresses convention in Ghent. An hour of wild outburst followed, described as hysteria by attendees. The session featured intense exchanges and strategic remarks shaping the event's tone and future actions.
Iddie Peabody travels from Tex to Philadelphia to entertain at Franklin Field events honoring Roosevelt’s Democratic nomination. The White House guest appearance follows prior personal interviews with the President and a wire from W. Forbes Meran arranging his arrival. The ceremony featured Roosevelt’s nomination and a large audience anticipating the President’s address.
The Corona Rotary Club met at the city park pergola with a picnic lunch by Mrs. No Norton. The program featured Wyburn Hall and Far Hut Chinson with boxing and wrestling bouts, aided by recreation staff, concluding with veteran matchups and a humorous papermaker skit. The event highlighted club activities and year end notes for 1986.
Banks retire RFC stock issued to support agencies as a protection measure. First National and Citizens Banks each issued 50000 dollars and Citizens retires 325000 while First National already retired 35000. A three percent dividend is declared on the preferred shares, reflecting soundness and regulatory compliance.
Mrs. Louise Ward Watkins, a prominent Republican woman speaker, will address the Republican Women’s Booster meeting at the Nasssteay bun in Riverside. She will discuss topics related to the Republican Convention and party activities, with remarks expected to attract attendees from the local Republican community.
In today’s citrus pricing, Valencia oranges show varied activity with higher dasher dimensions and steady balance. Prices list Valencias at 4.0 to 6.0 dollars for certain grades, while other varieties and quantities reflect modest adjustments amid market fluctuation.
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