16 Apr 1915
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Newspaper
Corona Independent
Location
Corona, California, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1915
Page
1
London reports a Zeppelin bombarded Lowestoft, Southwold, and Halesworth early today. Three bombs hit Lowestoft center damaging homes and a lumber yard fire, with one woman injured by glass. others reported no casualties yet. The raid followed sightings along the east coast with German air power rising.
Lieutenant Simons recounts how a group of Eastern Australian students calmly followed orders to pass a twelve foot fence. A self important janitor blocked them but the lads improvised a human ladder and swiftly cleared the barrier in minutes, demonstrating discipline and quick problem solving.
Frank Stites died when a staged aerial battle by a California film company used a dummy plane that exploded as planned. The blast caused the craft to tilt and plunge from 300 feet with Stites frantically signaling before leaping from the biplane.
A Corona City notice praises a school savings bank as a successful program teaching children the habit of saving small pennies. It urges continued deposits and urges parents to open accounts for those who have not yet saved, stressing practical financial education and future independence.
The Chamber of Commerce will meet at 8 p m in the city building to approve the merger with the Business Men's organization. Technicalities from last Friday have been resolved and funding for a paid secretary will be discussed as part of new plans for future development.
A Santa Fe brakeman aboard a fast fruit freight was robbed in the local rail yard last evening. He lost $30 and his wearing apparel after an unknown thief entered an unlocked caboose. Police were notified and no arrests had been made.
Reyes Barrios, a Mexican man fatally shot at FEZ Cerrito ranch on Tuesday night by Celso Garcia, died in Arlington county hospital yesterday. An inquest was held in Riverside. Garcia remains at large as officers search nationwide. A murder warrant is issued and a possible trial for first degree murder awaits arrest.
An essay fragment states that failing and failure are not the same. It argues that success depends on persistence, while staying down after a setback constitutes failing. The notion contrasts temporary setbacks with enduring defeat and emphasizes resilience.
The Independent outlines plans to illustrate residential life via half tone engravings in the Progress-Achievement issue. A prepared list covers homes drives parks and churches of general public interest, with optional paid art and printing. Invite residents to consult The Independent staff to ensure a comprehensive, standout feature.
The Woman's Improvement Club Art and Travel group met at the clubhouse on Wednesday afternoon with Miss Lillian Lewis presiding. Officers elected include Leader Miss Lillian Lewis Assistant Leader Miss Myra Curtis Secretary Miss Harry Lyman Board members Miss Myra Curtis and Mrs Waterbury. The program featured etching talks and papers on Whistler Chas Platt Joseph Rusnell F. S. Church William M. Chase Horace Walker and Anna Klumpf by Mrs Ross Mrs Curtis and others.
In response to an invitation from Mr. and Mrs. Henry Frazier the Army Boys band and their sweethearts visited the Frazier ranch for a day of leisure. Seven automobiles conveyed guests to the ranch where a picnic dinner under trees featured Bird orchestra music amid calla lilies and serene scenery. The group honored Abraham Lincoln and recalled Civil War memories with song and reflection, ending with praise for work done and pride in sacrifice.
Rev. F W Reynolds presents another stereoticon lecture at the Washington school showing pictures of England and Scotland. The program is open to the public with arrangements made for patrons and general attendees.
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