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Newspaper
Corona Independent
Location
Corona, California, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1910
Page
6
The Corona Chamber of Commerce urges improved streets and a first class condition for the road to Prado, advocating macadamization instead of decomposed granite. It also discusses free mail delivery and seeking government action on streets and sidewalks.
A Glass Bros hall gathering of progressive business leaders led by President W. J. Pentelow approved minutes, debated scheduling for February 6 1911, and discussed road repairs. The group disapproved a treasury supervising architect ban on California products and elected delegates to the Southern Publicity Alliance and the Tri Counties Freight bureau.
Eight married couples gathered at the home of Mr and Mrs George M Blair Monday evening to enjoy a social whist session. The group shared cards, light refreshments, and friendly conversation in a relaxed home setting.
The tables were tied and play remained spirited as Robert Strain earned first prize for the gentlemen and Mrs. Blair led the ladies. Mrs. C. F E. Head received the consolation award. Refreshments of tamales, coffee and wafers were served.
Ben Walker reported his chickens gone after Monday. Marshal Lyman traced wheel and boot prints to Powers residence where four freshly dressed fowls and feathers were found. John Holliday Dr Cotter and John Powers arraigned and pleaded not guilty with trial set for Friday as evidence including four chickens is prepared.
Corona churches prepare Christmas programs with special Friday night services at the Baptist and Congregational churches. Gifts, music by Alissa Cooper and Willard Mearn, and a tree with gifts highlight the events, plus aid for the needy and a Santa visit. The Episcopal and Church of Christ also hold festive services with choirs, carols, and sermons, including a Christmas Day program and a Bible school entertainment.
Assemblyman Freeman and Senator Estudillo met with the Board of Supervisors to discuss county road needs and possible state funding. They outlined plans for county highways and aim to secure a share of the 10 million good roads bonds while proposing legal changes to raise and use funds for oiling and crushed rock for roads.
Local citizens discuss forming a Corona boosters club to support municipal betterment alongside the Chamber of Commerce. The plan calls for social, membership driven meetings with outside speakers at weekly gatherings and possible benefits for the Corona club and city.
Judge Cole in Imperial County declared Hamner re-elected by 138 votes over Republican W G McVicar after a recount of ballots. Hamner had won by 10 votes in the initial tally, with McVicar suing for the recount through Estudello and French. Hamner’s supporters praised the decision.
Mrs Lawson of the Eighth and Howard streets reports the loss of a white rooster a Plymouth Rock hen and two brown Leghorn hens from her yard during the past weeks. Her son Geo Lawson won a turkey at a raffle and brought home another fowl for a friend. he suspects two unfamiliar men eyed the birds and may have followed him from the pool hall. He stored the birds behind the house overnight hoping to keep them safe.
The San Bernardino Valley Gas company plans a major upgrade in Colton. A 215 lateral from Belle to Howard and Fifth to Sixth streets will be replaced with a four inch line, and the two inch alley line between Victoria and Ramon will be upgraded to a three inch line. The plant machinery is being overhauled and E P Grant will serve as the new local manager.
June begins construction of a nine room bungalow at Eighth Street and the Boulevard with an estimated cost of 2500 dollars.
John H. Flagler orders a 10 by 20 foot greenhouse on the 150 acre El Centro ranch and a 60 000 gallon oil reservoir to store ranch fuel. Oil or gravel streets will be laid on three sides of the property to improve access.
The Corona Woman's Improvement Club plans a Civic Day on Tuesday December 27 at Corona High School auditorium. Mayor Evans of Riverside will speak on civic work and Mr Pentelson, president of the Chamber of Commerce, will give a talk. A local violinist will perform and the event aims to spur improvements to streets and sidewalks under the Vrooman act.
A horse drawn by Mrs. W. S. Chapman bolted on Main Street after a barking dog. The low pony trap prevented worse injuries as she was thrown near Main and East Sixth, suffering bruises and a cut to the head. She received medical aid at Billings pharmacy and was treated by her physician.
Mas A. FS Sehomenmaiy hosted a crystal wedding anniversary at Tanehe on Sunday. Guests included Virginia Billings AL Fawcett Ralph Stanfield Carter and Reverend Eley among others.
Gottfred Road of Amsterdam Holland, a champion walker, is spending several days in our city and is ready to accept a challenge to walk from Mexico City to New York City.
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