23 Jan 1909
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Newspaper
Corona Independent
Location
Corona, California, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1909
Page
1
The Dake Advertising Agency keeps this paper on file with offices at 42s South Main Street Los Angeles and 77 Market Street San Francisco where contracts for advertising can be arranged.
The document lists city officials including Henry H. Holmes and H. A. Wood along with the mayor, clerk, treasurer, attorney, engineer, recorder, marshal, street superintendent, health officer, and building inspector. It also names the board of trustees with Henry H. Holmes as president and members Ansil F. Gillett Ethan P. Kidder among others.
The editorial urges a unanimous vote for a water bond to fund storm water and sewer improvements in Corona. It criticizes prior inaction, cites street damage, and urges every property owner to back the board of trustees. The piece uses local quotes and likens citizens to different types of salt and sugar.
A quirky claim notes that chewing an onion slowly can mask the odors of verifectionery and ice cream. The text presents this as an experimental finding, though it lacks solid scientific backing and reads as a humorous aside about disguise.
A woman offered three grounds for opposing a preacher. She said he read his sermons, he failed to read them well, and they were Hotworth reading.
A Chicago girl received 250 dollars after an unsolicited kiss, with authorities noting that consent could have brought the offender years of liability. A separate Oakland divorce filing cites a peculiar reason as the husband claims his wife refuses to stop eating dry crackers in bed.
A man with a vivid imagination sits in a bath tub and envisions himself amid foaming breakers, finally washing ashore as his fantasy unfolds.
Tradesmen say leather cannot be matched but beefsteak offers an excellent substitute for ordinary use. They urge trials to prove the claim and compare durability and practicality with traditional leather products.
A concise reflection notes how people tend to praise others who share their views. It suggests such alignment boosts admiration and social harmony while masking potential critical evaluation of differing ideas.
A list of fifty prospective jurors was announced by Judge Densmore as the grand jury for 109 to be drawn from Riverside and neighboring counties. The roster includes names such as J. He Cresmer, Chas. F. Straight, J. Vandegrift, J. Winship, and many others across Corona, Arlington, Beaumont, Hemet, and Sandidy regions, reflecting a broad panel to be selected.
In Riverside California the Superior Court orders all interested parties to appear February 6 1909 at 10 am to show cause why the estate of Nellie Glass should not be sold. A notice must be published weekly for four weeks in Corona Independent newspaper. Attorney HK Stahl represents the administrator Geo S Thacker. Judge F E K Densmore presides.
In Riverside County California the Superior Court sets Saturday January 23 1909 at 9 30 AM in the court room for proving the will of George W Grant deceased and for hearing Melyina Grant's petition for letters of administration with the will annexed to M S Bowman. Clerk A B Pilch Deputy Holton Webb Attorney for Petitioner dated January 6 1909.
An old advertisement extols Bucklen’s Arnica Salve as the earth’s greatest healer for burns bruises and skin conditions. It promises instant relief for sores eruptions boils ulcers and piles with local availability and pricing details.
Corona California notice announces sale of real property for delinquent street improvement bonds issued for Tenth Street. City Treasurer Jno L Merriam sets February 13 1909 auction at 10 am for Bond 10 Series 1 42 and Bond 11 Series 1 62 with total amounts due including interest and costs.
Superior Judge Seawell sustained the Baker's Union No. 25 demurrer against Fousek Bakine Co. ruling that an injunction against a non union firm cannot be invoked without a clearly stated complaint. The judge notes the term mafair as used by unions does not by itself justify action.
Advertisement promotes DeWitt’s Little Marty Risers liver pills as small gentle easy and pleasant to use. Sold by Reo Billings.
Bond holder announces sale of property in Corona Riverside California for nonpayment. Principal 236.28 interest 35.93 total 272.21 plus publication costs. Property Lot 10 Block 92 Original Plat Corona. Owner unknown. Sale Feb 15 1909 10 a m at City Treasurer Office Corona City Hall Main Street between 7th and 7th.
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