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Newspaper
Corona Independent
Location
Corona, California, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1916
Page
4
The Independent announces a second and possibly third prize in each district for new subscriptions and an extension of the contest closing to July 10. It lists nominat ions, outlines renewal vote values, and urges readers to nominate candidates before the Tuesday deadline.
The dispatch reports crowds mobbing the American consulate at Torreon and forcing the family and attaches to seek refuge in the British consulate in Torreon. It notes Eastern militia units prepared to move to the Mexican border with thousands of troops on their way by tomorrow.
General Ricaut, long in charge at the Nuevo Laredo garrison, is called to Monte rey and succeeded by General Nafaretta, labeled a notorious gringo hater. In Washington, Congressional leaders say they expect President Wilson to send a message soon, with war with Mexico seen as almost certain.
Local report notes fear is limited as most Mexicans in the city are content with current conditions. Many send money home to families in Mexico and banks have processed a surge of funds. Santa Fe agent Frank Herkelrath says inquiries at the depot reflect concern about leaving.
Statements from local officials note reduced disruption as three weeks pass since heightened strain began. Citizens say Mexicans in the city have shown patience and appear satisfied with current conditions, expecting no renewed unrest amid shifting relations.
Public library shut from two to four this afternoon out of respect for Miss Stella Platt.
Miss Stella J Platt, eighth daughter of Rev. Adam W Platt, died peacefully at the Platt sisters home on Grand Boulevard. The Corona resident had long supported worthy causes and was known for her time, talents, and finances. Born in Hector New York near Seneca Lake, she moved with family to Trumansburg, NY. Continued on Page Two.
Sacramento June 26. Two hundred thousand California registrants have not stated party affiliation and may lose voting rights in the August primary. The state law requires party registration to vote. July 29 is the deadline. Secretary of State reports up to June 5 from twenty counties show Republicans 264,092 Democrats 110,005 Progressive 0 25 Prohibition 18,509 and 9,960 declined to state.
City leaders debate a bond election to fund a new storm drainage system after last winter’s damaging storm. A Los Angeles firm offered to survey the mountains and advise on scale and design to handle mountain runoff from the east side of Main Street.
Fragmentary note suggests some voters may switch allegiances between progressive and republican ranks. It mentions those who decline to state and those already registered progressives possibly moving to the Republican side.
Fragmentary text appears to reference diaries or records at local churches. Mentions Cormiered and a dated Vine entry with possible attendance or event notes. No clear names, dates, or actionable facts discernible from the readable portion.
The piece argues it would be folly for Mexico Salvador and Costa Rica to oppose the United States. It cites population figures from the last census showing Mexico 15,068,000 Salvador 1,707,000 and Costa Rica 380,000 totaling 17,150,000 versus the U S population of 101,103,000.
The chamber of commerce adopted a resolution to urge the city trustees to close all business houses one day a week, likely Sunday, to protect local merchants, encourage civic life, and balance competition with transient dealers. The proposal highlights native merchants’ wish to close Sundays and evenings for religious and cultural activities.
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