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Newspaper
Corona Independent
Location
Corona, California, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1909
Page
3
Mayor Henry H Holmes. City Clerk John L Merriam. City Treasurer William G Randall. City Attorney Oliver P Hull. City Recorder W D Lyman. City Marshal R R Root. Health Officer C B McMillan. Building Inspector Dr R R Root. Generewx BH. Seesee Oliver P Hull. Merriam John L.
Board of Trustees with Henry H. Holmes as president includes A. B. Tuthill W. A. Hively Ansil F. Gillet and Ethan P. Kidder at the helm for oversight and governance.
Clerk Arthur B Pilch and a full slate of county officers are listed including Auditor Geo H Brown Recorder Isaac Logan Assessor Wm F Montague Tax Collector Oscar J Palmer Treasurer David G Mitchell District Attorney Lyman Evans Surveyor Geo M Pearson Sheriff Frank P Wilson Coroner Chas S Dickson Public Administrator Menno Bowman Superintendent of Schools Raymond Cree Physician Dr H Miller Robert son Court Commissioner Harvey Potter Supervisor John T Hamner State Senator Miguel Estudillo Riverside State Representative E B Collier Corona
An editorial urges readers to start Christmas shopping early to avoid crowds and fatigue. It argues early shopping offers better goods, calmer service, and leisure time, noting 19 days remain and millions shop in the final rush. The piece labels last minute shopping a senseless habit.
Fred W Richardson, Berkeley Gazette editor and California Editorial association head, says he has no interest in running for governor. He discusses likely candidates Mayor Mott of Oakland Senator Belshaw and Congressman Curry, praising Mott’s record and noting Curry’s broad labor support. He plans a return to San Bernardino after visiting Riverside.
The Christian church ladies held a Christmas bazaar in the former Ferguson grocery space with booths for fancy work candies and cooked dainties. An evening supper of sandwiches chilli con carne doughnuts pie and coffee drew many friends. The Philatheas ran popcorn and candy and added to proceeds. Mrs. Peeler chaired the event and raised 120 for the fund.
The Moving Picture House on Main Street in Corona markets nightly entertainment with new films and illustrated songs. Management aims for up to date shows and the house is crowded, with Monday Wednesday and Friday evenings featuring new films and songs to attract patrons.
G M Roberds announces a social dance to be held Friday evening December 10 at Glass Bros hall. He promises a pleasant event for those who enjoy social dancing and brings experience to the occasion.
The Baptist church young people's society held a college social at Mrs. H. Hunts home last night. Rooms displayed college pennants as members competed in songs and yells. The event featured games and refreshments served to finish the enjoyable evening.
An advertisement extols Kodol as a cure for indigestion and its linked illnesses. It promises rapid relief by digesting all stomach contents and claims wide health benefits, urging readers to try a dollar bottle with a money back guarantee through local druggists.
A remedy for colds in children promises prompt gentle bowel movement to drive out the cold. Kennedy's Laxative Cough Syrup also soothes irritation and stops the cough. Sold by R F Billings.
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