09 Apr 1915
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Newspaper
Corona Independent
Location
Corona, California, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1915
Page
1
Reports from Petrograd and other fronts describe Russian advances in the Carpathians cutting the Austrian army, Smolnik operations, and the Beskid battles. An Austrian air raid on Podgorica kills and wounds civilians while a Budapest sourced account recounts an aerial duel with a bomb strike.
Reports from Washington and Brownsville detail martial law in Tampico and ongoing fighting near Celaya Ebano with about 7000 troops involved. An American aviator at Matamoros, Jack Knight, says more planes are coming for both Carranza and Villa forces as the siege intensifies.
Mrs Gladys Sargent remains the frontrunner in Corona citys most popular lady contest at La Corona theatre after a second vote count. Final standings show Sargent 1100 votes, Hazel Stewart 740, Alice Kirby 240, Jane Webster 205, Janice Reeves 180, Grace Buss 150, Lula Powell 120, Minnie Roberts 100, and Mable Arbour 100.
The Independent proclaims its role in informing readers about Corona and its surrounding opportunities urging newcomers to join a growing community. It promises constant coverage of growth and development and highlights the newspaper’s unseen labor in aiding the public.
Rev. W A T Miller explains the Gospel Mission serves Corona’s non church going men women and youth by presenting Jesus Christ crucified. It rejects creed but aims to lift Christ through testimony and healing faith offering spiritual physical and moral guidance to all.
The Corona Union Telephone and Telegraph Co increases its service at about 100 new phones in the past year. Subscriptions now enjoy long distance with the Home or Sunset network, a unique advantage for a town of Corona’s size on the Pacific coast. C D McNeil foresees future plant expansions to meet demand and emphasizes the local ownership of the system by Corona residents.
The Chamber of Commerce urges every member to attend tonight's big meeting, a key step after a recent membership increase. Discussions will cover vital city progress and plans for future work, with unity among factions as a central goal. Attendance is emphasized at 8 o clock.
The Citrus Association packing house at Olive in Orange county is to be constructed and ready for business by May 15. Twenty nine carloads of sheep from an Arizona ranch were received last week at Brawley to be fattened on green pasture.
The fragment describes Christ in you the hope of glory and fullness dwelling in Jesus. It mentions gatherings on Friday Saturday and Sunday at 3:00 PM at Fifth and Main streets, with references to fellowship and the Father’s plan.
London April 9 persistent rumors claim Germany declared war on Holland or occupied Dutch territory from Belgium to the Scheldt. Officials deny knowledge and call the reports unconfirmed though Dutch frontier guards are said to be strengthened. The Netherlands minister in London also dismissed the rumor.
Sophomore biology students presented the Swat the Fly program at the public library using a stereopticon to illustrate fly life stages and prevention. Speakers cited Cleveland and Redlands as examples while Miss Olive Clark and Miss Edith Epplheimer contributed verses and slogans.
The Santa Ana Valley Growers Association has decided to release its proposal to build a new house and will instead present a plan to release an existing property. The shift signals a change in strategy for the local growers group.
French Africa troops are ready to assist Allied fleets and British forces against Turkey. The Levant expeditionary corps, under General A G L D Amado, sailed from Biserta to Alex and Ramleh to join operations. Turkey's sultan announces mobilization and can enroll immigrants for the duration.
Early morning break in at Joe Smith’s cigar shop on East Sixth Street. Thief stole prize items from a punchboard valued around 26 dollars, leaving unlocked front door when owner Mr Smith arrived. Police pursue lead with Elzie Veach as a person of interest amid limited evidence.
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