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Newspaper

Corona Independent

Location

Corona, California, United States of America

Date

Dec 23, 1908

Page

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Business Men Meet High School In Afternoon Return

Tomorrow at 2 30 the Business Men square off with the High School team on the High School ground in a return game. Both sides show strong practice as the High School seeks to reclaim its past laurels and take the scalps from the Business Men. Batteries listed as Veach and Wells for the Business Men and Corkhill and Hamner for the High School.

the Independent Veach and Wells Corkhill Hamner

Water development begins on Orange and lemon ranch

A major water project starts at the Ben White 185 acre ranch in the foothills with a 50 foot shaft and tunnels into canyon walls. A pumping plant will connect to the shafts and 200 foot tunnels. A 7 million gallon reservoir and a 150 foot square reservoir are completed. Water in canyon found at 28 feet. White notes $30,000 spent in Corona for labor and materials.

Ben White Orange and Lemon Ranch Chester Garner

Mexican shoplifters jailed in San Quintin after arrest

Thomas M Salcido and Antonio Ramirez were arrested by Marshal Lythan and tried before Judge Densmore last week for shoplifting at The Corona Cash Store and I A Newton's. They were sent to San Quintin last Saturday by Sheriff F P Wilson and H G Stanley of Riverside for interim confinement.

Thomas M. Salcido Antonio Ramirez Lythan Densmore Corona Cash I. A. ‘Newton’s

Taft's aim to pacify the South cited

Washington reports that discussions focus on President-elect Taft’s interview noting his ambition to win over Southern voters to the Republican party. The December statement followed his Hot Springs departure and drew varied reaction among congress members, especially Southern delegates.

Washington Congress Taft Hot Springs South

Fire at Keeler Home Sparks Quick Papers Rescue

A phone alert reported a fire at the Keeler residence. Mr McNeir and Mr Keeler arrived to save papers from a stove fire, discarding a burning sack into a tub of water to prevent major damage.

Orange Market on the Rise in California Navel Sales

Kansas City reports California Navel oranges showing improved demand last week with ready sales. The movement is active but not brisk, as buyers seek specific sizes amid limited availability and continuing price considerations.

Kansas City California

California navel oranges steady as market ends year

Fruit prices held near last week with Navels described as the season’s best and green stock largely gone. Larger fruit commands higher prices from 2.75 to 3.25 per box while lemons move slowly with quotes from 3.30 to 3.75 per box as holidays approach.

Holiday Homecoming Guests From Standford And LA

Among the colludents home for the holidays are J. Doran and Eloise Jameson from Standford John Prizer Lynn Birdsall Blanche Stafford Clare mont Sadie Sanford Alice Beebe Olga Grizzle Helen Lamson and Susie Ott. Los Angeles normal M. Taylor and Bernice Jameson from Curls Collegiate School Los Angeles Judge and Ruel Cooper and Jennie Chambers University of Southern California.

J. Doran Eloise Jameson Standford John Prizer Lynn Birdsall Blanche Stafford Claremont Sadie Sanford Alice Beebe Olga Grizzle Helen Lamson Susie Ott Los Angeles Normal M. Taylor Bernice Jameson Curls’ Collegiate School Los Angeles Ruel Cooper Jennie Chambers University of Southern California

Riverside Labor Bureau Forms Unemployment Help Board

The Associated Charities of Riverside held a public meeting in the Chamber of Commerce room to organize a new labor bureau. The board includes Mayor C. Evans, Felix Lightner, Col. v. R. Strange, W. B. Hale, Silas Masters, J. T. Jarvis, and H. M. May. W. F. Moore is appointed Superintendent with headquarters in the city court room in the Loring block.

Associated Charities of City of Riverside Chamber of Commerce C. Evans Felix Lightner

Ladies Aid Chicken Pie Supper Nets Over 30 Dollars

The Ladies Aid of the Christian church held a chicken pie supper Saturday night in Odd Fellows hall. After expenses, the net amount exceeded $30. The Independent notes gratitude to the large crowd who attended.

Christian Cittrel Wight

Seeds from Agriculture Department arrive for gardeners

Independent office announces a consignment of garden seeds received through Congressman Hon. S. C. Smith from the Agricultural Department in Washington. The department sends samples to newspapers nationwide to encourage planting new and diverse varieties. readers may call for the same.

Wabington C. Smith

Hotel Del Rey Team Wins 18–3 In Local Ball Game

A Sunday afternoon baseball game on the high school grounds ended with the Hotel Del Rey team defeating a picked nine by 18 to 3. Hitt, a National League pitcher from Cincinnati, pitched for Hotel Del Rey and will play against the Business Men on New Year’s Day.

Hotel del Rey Hitt Cincinnati

Christmas Eve Festivities at Different Churches

Christmas Eve programs are planned across Corona churches. First Christian Church features songs, recitations, solo and choir numbers, and student performances by various classes and groups. Baptist church services include two-part program with songs, recitations, a toy symphony, a Christmas tree, and gift distribution. all are welcome.

Corona First Christian Church Eula Ramey Montie Ramey Ruby Reeser Sunbeam Ruth McNeal Philathea Edith Cane Ellen Curry Santa Claus Reca Chester Curry Baptist Church

Mystery surrounds destination of battleship Maine

Washington officials avoid details as the battleship Maine leaves Norfolk under sealed orders on a cruise. Rumors suggest possible deployment to Venezuelan waters amid no U S naval representation in the region and potential communication via wireless. Rear Admiral Conway H. Arnold commands the Maine during talks with Secretary Root and Secretary Newberry.

Maine Norfolk State Navy Department Venezuelan la Guaira Port Cabello Maracaibo

President Pay Increase Bill Introduced in Congress

Washington December 32 Bellator Bourne introduced a bill providing for raising the President salary from 50 000 to 100 000 and the Vice President from 12 000 to 28 000. The measure aims to take effect at the start of the next administration.

Washington Bellator Bourne

See Murray for Christmas Progenite

See Murray for Christmas offerings and life of Ohkine mas presents. The ad touts the best assortment in Corona and the finest products at low prices.

Lowney Christopher Murray Gorona

Gildard’s Speciali ry Showcases Havana Blend

Advertisement touts Gildard’s Speciali ry cigars made from Havana tobacco and claims superior quality for the Corona market with a low price. The fragment emphasizes product quality and affordability.

Gildard Havana Corona

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Akade Counsellor Cigaraforia F. A. Perkins Main and Sixth Streets W. Eb, Hatfield Bates A. W. Bates PO. Coronn Cal Palace Pharmacy Harding & Misenheimer S. Bather Sho Luther Patton Eo, MacGillivray Corona Lumber Company States Orange Market Labor Bureau For Riverside W. F. Moore Congregational Methodist Episcopal Church Vert Kagon Minnie Fink Lovel Eagle Carleton Bell Helen Hancock Bkight Pansy Circle Dorothy Lincoln Chapman Helen Newton Philatheas Congregational Church Misa Barth Luthers Little Jene Scoville Babo Divine Alice Stafford Bella First Church of Christ Scientist The Christian Scientista Sanger EB. French Mra. G. Kt. Freeman Missen van Kirk Root Newberry Opera Geo. L. Ferguson
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