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Newspaper
Corona Independent
Location
Corona, California, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1916
Page
3
Report from Columbus New Mexico says Mexican bandits crossed the border about fifty miles west of the town. They took horses from the Parker ranch and committed depredations near Hachita NM. No deaths are mentioned in the early briefing.
In San Antonio Texas authorities say the distribution of the militia will likely not be public until the various troop units arrive at their assigned stations.
Eight hundred Carranzistas arrived at Nogales today with heavy artillery as forces reinforce the Mexican border town amid mounting tension and potential combat.
Two thousand American refugees departed Vera Cruz aboard the battleship Nebraska. They are expected to land at Galveston.
Washington report: June 25 Secretary Baker mandates every department commander to dispatch militia forces to the border and equip them, directing readiness and movement across agencies.
Terrific fighting continues around Verdun with French forces holding solidly despite intense bombardment and ongoing assaults.
A family gathering last evening at M. Goldman's home brought together two sisters from Los Angeles and two arriving sisters from the east, along with Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Himmel and Mrs. M. Korn and Mrs. J. Lewis. It marked the first time in years that many relatives met, sharing a fine dinner and reminiscing about past experiences.
Damaged OCR text shows a local notice fragment with names and numbers but is unreadable in places. It mentions a public sale action and local officials though precise details and dates are missing.
Calvador and Costa Rica announced they intend to join Mexico in opposing an invasion. In Washington Consul Arrendondo, acting under Carranza directives, presented the Mexican position to Latin American diplomats who declined to comment.
President Wilson requested Great Britain to handle American interests during the Mexican hostilities. It was not known in the afternoon whether Britain had assumed the responsibility.
Nebraska begins its largest wheat harvest in history with an estimated vast crop and 7,000 extra farm hands needed. Spring wheat in the northern region will start in two to three weeks amid minor Hessian fly and hail damage. Officials project a harvest surpassing last year by about 10,000,000 bushels.
A call to all Republicans who support Hughes for president to gather at city hall at 8 o'clock this evening to form a Republican club and coordinate campaign efforts.
The Corona Hardware Company showcases a large display of glassware and serving dishes priced below cost. The north window features sugar bowls butter dishes and olive dishes among others with all items offered at bargain prices. The firm has moved its office downstairs and revamped the store for a metropolitan look while attracting new customers daily.
Mrs. A B Tuthill and two daughters plan to move to Whittier within two weeks to establish a home there. Mr. Tuthill holds a fine position with a large contracting firm headquartered in Whittier, and the family will likely reside there. The community regrets losing the family but hopes they prosper and return here in time.
Miss Margarette McCully hosted a social at her Chester Tartley home in Cylton. Guests included Ruth Boling Ethel Boling Ethelyn Stampton Caroline Jameson Velma Riley and Margarette McCully plus Dee McConnell Herman Hoss Don Sink Eaton Blickhahn Lucian Newcomer and Chester Hartley with Mrs McCully and Mrs Newcomer as chaperones.
Mrs A Vedder of Galveston Texas spent the summer with her daughter Mrs Herbert M Key in Corona. She reports conditions in the area are serious and favors improved relations between the United States and Mexico.
Society girls completing a three week camp in Bypton Laws Nova Scotia returned home learning soldiering basics under Capt. Theodwick and Lt. Prewitt. They studied signaling, beacon fires, and cooking while outlining required equipment including waterproof shoes and uniform gear.
New York reports a revival of voluminous petticoats in a wide range of styles. Fluffy hooped and ruched designs hide lightness under barrel skirts, with nets, ribbons, and embroidered trims. Bright pink, yellow, violet and other colors appear, plus delicate white frothy pieces with lace accents.
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