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Newspaper
Corona Independent
Location
Corona, California, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1908
Page
4
The Corona Independent, a weekly paper edited by A L Hardy, proclaims its devotion to Corona and Riverside County, with a $2.00 annual subscription and second class mailing rates. The publication operates from Corona, California, under the Independent Publishing Company.
An article warns against candidates backed by whiskey interests in Corona. It argues against any saloon or proviso, stating true opponents should not accept liquor dealer support. The paper endorses reading William G. Randall's extensive analysis on the issue for voters.
A late 19th century editorial rails against saloon politics praising sobriety and urging votes against intoxicants. It warns against Hearst press influence and mocks political figures while urging public virtue and opposition to excessive drinking. The piece attacks corruption and favors prohibitionist stance.
J Piero Morgan travels to Europe amid rumors of high level courting with royalty while allegedly seeking valuable bric a brac as part of a covert ground survey. The tale blends admiration with speculation about his true mission and connections.
The author contrasts liberal buyers like J Piero with newspaper worship of gold lifers and elite paravenues. Papers fill pages with Goulds and Vanderbilts while ignoring news of public value, urging coverage that educates the general populace over elite gossip.
In Corona, residents debate the impact of saloons on home seeking and civic character ahead of Monday's election. A letter-writer argues liquor shops harm progress, burden families with taxes, and invite crime, urging the community to banish the dens to attract homeseekers and investors.
Free Inneb. will be served at the polls on Seventh and Main streets during voting hours. The notice continues with details about the service and its organizers.
The text urges Coro na's women to attend the day long event to support reform and the overthrow of saloons. It stresses that ladies' attendance is crucial because, if enfranchised, they would eliminate doggeries. The call links moral governance with civic participation.
Manager Messingill continues to attract larger audiences with films and slides. Miss Mailes adds to her repertoire while a comedy reel is hoped to draw a big crowd tonight as the S RL w sign hangs on the projected plans.
At the State Encampment in Santa Ana Corona residents celebrated veterans of the Civil War era with bronze buttons and stories of marches, battles, and sacrifice. Residents named include J. Merruau, Emanuel Peters, and others attending reunions with pride in American institutions and battlefield heritage.
Age thins ranks of the grand army as death and infirmity reduce attendance at gatherings. Yet the patriotic spirit remains and the younger generation should remember the deeds of these heroes to prepare to take their place if duty calls.
Superintendent Kelly continues work on leveling Main Street and upgrading the highway. Graders remove cane hacks to the Boulevard while granite is spread for hole filling and a fully resurfaced thoroughfare.
Trustees absent and Mayor Tuthill ill halted a Wednesday council session. Frustration grew as six major ballot sample errors surfaced, including incorrect candidate names. Attorney Freeman sought a court order to correct Lyman’s name on the official ballot while rumors swirled over potential confrontations and legal deadlines.
The annual picnic for the Woman's Improvement Club, planned for Thursday April 16, has been postponed to a later date to be announced.
At the grammar school election held Friday last there was no opposition to re electing Mr C H Birdsall who received all thirty two votes. The board member’s competency was praised and his retention was congratulated.
The Public Library board plans beautification of the building surroundings by planting verbenas along the sidewalk and curb on the north and west sides. The rear lot will feature flowering shrubs, with plants supplied by the City Nursery.
Ben Smith, a Jameson Packinghouse employee, was kicked by a frightened horse while trying to halt a runaway Tuesday. He sustained a broken rib and multiple bruises.
Hf IX Stahl reports from the EL Ora Mines Companys holdings where Corona and Los Angeles investors took over last January. The site shows three claims with a 60 foot tunnel and 40 foot shaft, a five stamp mill and added concentrating table and hoist. The operation is described as a dividend-winner with rich ore.
Chanter on a Riverside business trip last Saturday. Woods Realty sold the Redland ranch and John Beck piece to Pasadena buyers. East Vale schoolhouse supper a success financially with large attendance. C E Groat expands Ford ranch with windmill tank and Fairbanks Morse engine. Seague builds cement pipeline. Thorn plants about 20 acres of potatoes. Collier visits Riverside. revival attendees noted. Parr ranch sold to Taylor of Riverside for 817500. Pumping plants began operations. Saw yer and Britton ranch to have house and barn. Aseltine plans an eight room adobe on SO acre ranch. Wentphal reports Los Angeles Sunday business.
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