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Newspaper
Corona Independent
Location
Corona, California, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1908
Page
4
A city political list names officials from city clerk to street superintendent amid a broader scene comparing the fix of democracy to a cadaver manhandled by Bryan. The piece notes President Castro of Venezuela pursuing a closed shop and declares South American republics threaten global conflict with minor powers.
A humorous but unclear report says an Aman named Opidildoe Ohbedelia or likely O Brien was elected president of Panama. The note mocks Irish origins and predicts no revolutions as he pursues bold action, claiming nothing is too good for the Irish.
Sporadic rumors since January claimed the Courier would publish a special Trade edition for Rincon. The project now appears defunct and unlikely to reach beyond the city limits, leaving backers advised to forget the venture.
The Santa Ana Register ridicules Bryan and predicts difficulties in defeating him. It argues that his failed presidencies and unverifiable predictions discredit him and that his past martyrdom claims have mainly grown his fortune rather than garner support.
The piece recounts Bryan’s World tour ending with a proposal for government ownership of railroads. It notes the idea was buried as a political curiosity and mocks his tendency to propose untestable schemes. The article labels his latest platform as another easy gimmick likely to be dismissed by voters.
The text proclaims America has moved from borrowing abroad to lending worldwide and grown into a creditor nation. It asserts this shift occurred under Republican governance and notes many people now earn more, live better, and enjoy unprecedented privileges, while others still cry for change.
The article notes Lord Melville's remark that there is much good law but little justice in America. It argues wealth buys immunity in criminal cases and that the rich escape punishment while the poor suffer, fueling fears of capital and labor conflict and national instability.
The Georgia state convention backs President Roosevelt in the Brownsville issue and denounces Bryan's stance ahead of nominating Tom Watson for president. The vote signals limited Populist support for Bryan in Georgia.
The article surveys reactions to Bryan's nomination and the Democratic stance on Asiatic labor, tariff reform, and labor politics. It cites Andrew Carnegie's London remark, Indiana Democrats' appeal to Bryan, Nodaway county's Republican shift, and a Brooklyn Eagle ultimatum opposing Bryan. The piece contrasts reform with revision of tariff policy and previews progressive opposition.
The piece cites Charley Murphy and Bryan predicting a Democratic victory in New York, comparing past forecasts to a 100,000 Republican majority last time. It notes political bargains as common and references Henry Clay’s appointment as Secretary of State as part of cabinet-era politics.
The primary department of the Sunday School held a party behind the church on Thursday afternoon. Attendees enjoyed ice cream and cake. The event continues a series of receptions for the Sunday School departments.
Circle Lodge No 377 meets every Saturday evening at Gaia Fellows Hall. Temesca Lodge F and AM meets Thursday on or before the full moon at Masonic hall. Modern Woodmen of America meets second and fourth Tuesdays at Odd Fellows hall. Foresters Circle City No 831 meets first and third Tuesdays at Odd Fellows hall. Fraternal Aid Association Queen Council No 100 meets first and third Thursdays evenings.
Narragansett Tribe No 169 meets Wednesdays at 7 30 p m with officers Carey Sagamore Garp Sag Stronger Sag Dawson Records. Fraternal Brotherhood holds meetings on first and third Sundays monthly in the I O O Hall. Slaten Nee Nordstrom Vivian Beach secretary Bortz treasurer.
The Eagles hold regular meetings Friday nights in Fellows hall led by W P I Keldman and secretary L V Dawson with social sessions on the second Friday each month. Carlton Post No 168 meets third Monday in Masonic hall with W J Pentrelow as commander. Royal Neighbors of America convene first and third Tuesdays at Odd Fellows hall under Oracle Hattie Dunham and officers Mary Nowele and Maud Reed.
The Board of Trade meets on the first and third Tuesdays of each 27 inch month at City Hall at 8 o clock. Officers listed include President W J Pentelow Vice President W C Barth and treasurer B P Kidder with secretary H A Prizor and Kinney among others.
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