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Newspaper
Corona Independent
Location
Corona, California, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1908
Page
2
Henry H. Helmes, A. B. Tuthill, E. B. Collier, Ancil F. Gilett, Ethan P. Kidder are named among a roster of leaders and officers, indicating their roles in a municipal or organizational context. The excerpt highlights a structured board or committee with these individuals as key figures.
The Controller of the Currency Lawrence Murray reports higher money in circulation, noting a $250 million yearly rise and a per capita figure suggesting widespread prosperity. The piece credits Taft's election for renewed confidence, highlights Pacific coast banking gains, and contrasts past hard times with current abundance.
Berlin reports the Kaiser laments a ten million dollar annual income. Edward of England, George of Greece, Alfonso of Spain, and Peter of Servia also complain their allowances are insufficient. Portugal’s former king died in debt, and the throne carries a heavy burden for successors.
The piece contrasts President Roosevelt’s $50,000 yearly pay with Europe’s rulers. It notes the German emperor earns 200 times the U.S. president, while Greece’s King George spends $260,000 annually. It questions the wisdom of royal salaries versus republican governance and tax burdens.
This period sees coughs and colds rising and Chamberlains Cough Remedy is widely trusted by mothers for children and adults. It contains no opium and is sold by R F Billings, with Ripley West Virginia cited as a testimonial location.
There is strong demand for stenographers clerks bookkeepers and related positions in the government service with salaries around 800 to 1000 a year and solid promotion prospects. Pass Civil Service exams with proper coaching to secure appointments. San Bernardino Business College offers specialized Civil Service coaching in California to help students obtain government positions.
A short verse urges readers to support and uplift, praising booster spirit. It contrasts criticism with constructive encouragement and suggests maintaining a friendly demeanor despite discomfort. The piece centers on communal morale and sportsmanship.
The Rebekahs held a meeting to conduct regular business and elect officers for the coming year. Elected were Hattie Dunham N G Arlene Baker V G Laura Sears R S Pearl Cross I S Maude LeGage treasurer Mary Kloss trustee with Mrs Ed Bonfoey Mrs Grace Mathews Clarence McCarty F J Goshen and Aaron Findley initiated into Starlight Rebekah lodge after which light refreshments were served.
An advertisement touts Camberlain's Liniment as a premier remedy for rheumatic pains, back ailments, sprains, and bruises with claims of rapid relief. Priced 25 cents for small, 60 cents for large, sold by R. F. Billing's. The passage also includes a dialogue fragment about chemistry and a remark about scandal.
Advertisement mix endorses Hall's Catarrh Cure free of mercury by J Cheney Co Toledo Ohio and Kennedy's Laxative Cough syrup praised for soothing throat and lungs. Product details note internal action, non narcotic content, and retail by R F Billings. Includes a humorous exchange about chicken soup.
By virtue of an execution issued from the Justice's Court of Temescal Township Riverside County California dated December 9 1908 in a case where P S Gruendike as plaintiff recovered judgment against W N Lewis and Mrs C K Lewis as defendants I have levied on Lots 6 and 7 in Block F Holt addition a subdivision of blocks 51 in Corona Riverside County California Notice is given that on January 7 1909 at 12 oclock noon in front of Corona City Hall I will sell all interest of W N Lewis and Mrs C K Lewis in the described property at public auction for cash to satisfy the executions and costs Dated Corona California December 15 1908 W D LYMAN Constable Temescal Township Riverside County California FREEMAN CLAYSON Attorneys for Plaintiff 12-16-4w parr
Notice states Corona Packing Company stockholders will meet at the packing house in Corona California at 2 30 p m on December 28 1908 to elect a full board of directors for the ensuing year review accounts and transact other business as needed signed Fy The Speigh President
The Corona National Bank in Corona California calls its annual stockholders meeting for January 12 1909 at 3 oclock p m to elect a Board of Nine Directors and conduct other business as needed. Signed M Terpening cashier.
The ladies of the Christian church will host a chicken pie supper on Saturday evening December 19 at 5 o'clock in the Odd Fellows hall. The price is 35 cents.
A local independent office invites applicants to secure job work. The effort targets residents seeking employment opportunities and outlines positions available, application steps, and contact details for further information.
Article warns that frequent or protracted colds risk chronic catarrh and urges prompt treatment. It promotes Chamberlain's Cough Remedy with a testimonial from Mrs. x. White of Butler Tennessee and notes sales by R. F. Billings.
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