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Newspaper
Corona Independent
Location
Corona, California, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1916
Page
4
City trustees adopt a Bee Ordinance requiring all bee owners to move hives outside the city limits except Corona south of Lemon Street. Beekeepers oppose the measure but it passes at the Tuesday meeting. West of Corona ranchers anticipate taking over neglected property.
A large crowd gathers at Miss Stella Platt’s Grand Boulevard home for funeral services conducted by three First Congregational pastors. Rev Edville A Roys reads scriptures as Rev W N Burr and Rev Chester Ferris offer tributes to her charity, friendship, and quiet Christian life. Floral tributes accompany the ceremony.
Notice to voters that registration closes August 9 for the primary and July 29 is deadline for declaring party affiliation. County Clerk A B Pilch urges eligible electors to act before deadlines.
Elzie Veach sparked Rifle Club interest in Corona leading to an assured establishment. A public meeting is set for tomorrow at 8 in the city hall with Riverside and San Bernardino speakers to assist in organizing and joining the club. W L Peeler plans to attend from Riverside to gather pointers and offer drilling expertise.
Mrs E P Newton of Los Angeles traveled by train from the city on Monday to attend the funeral of Miss Stella Platt and returned home this morning.
Report from Laredo says Japanese officers lead Mexican troops marching from Monterey toward Chihuahua to reinforce the Carranza garrison. Arrendondo delivers note of protest to the U.S. State Department over American troop actions in Mexico. Chihuahua hosts about 50 000 Mexican troops encamped with daily recruits, sources say. Funston denies clash between the 11th Cavalry and Mexicans near Ahuamada.
Mrs. Sanger E. French advertises tenants for sale by the dozen at 915 Joy Street. The fragment notes a count of 128 but provides limited context for the transaction.
A Southern Sierras power company and affiliates announce they will continue to pay portions of employees' salaries during government service. When added to government pay, these funds will equal present salaries to avoid hardship for families. The company also secures permission to maintain life insurance on employees while in service. Continued on Page Three.
The Congregational church Sunday school board gathered at Superintendent Waldron’s home for a business session and a birthday surprise for Mars Plade. Cake and punch were served, gifts exchanged, and the group later sang songs before departing.
Frank Atzet announces his tailoring and press service now at 422 Main Street. Established 1906 he invites customers to visit or call for quality alterations and cleaning.
Mrs HW A Prizer arrived in Coro Da on the noon train today and is a guest at the home of Mr and Mrs F Hf Roberts on the Boulevard.
A new leader in district two is Jesse Lillibridge son of Mr and Mrs BE Lillibridge of West Sixth street. Geo Green in district one remains the leader increasing by 2000 votes. Subscriptions are in demand with a contestant securing a three month sub this morning. The contest offers five for one and ends in three days with additional prizes to be chosen.
Voter list shows names and street addresses across District 1 east of Main. Notable counts include Vera Boylauvege with 2,000 and multiple individuals each at 1,000 votes, across Victoria Avenue, Main Street area, and surrounding streets.
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