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Newspaper

Corona Independent

Location

Corona, California, United States of America

Date

Mar 23, 1917

Page

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Mrs Thompson Re-elected Leader At W C T U Meeting

The annual W C T U gathering at the Methodist church named Mrs. Thompson to continue as president after persuasive appeals amid hard times. Officers appointed include Mrs Birdsall vice president and Mrs Yates secretary with Mrs Ed Davis treasurer. A prize for best children's garden was adopted and a paper on Prohibition Up-to-Date read by the president. Next meeting set for two weeks at Mrs Robt Todd's home.

Methodist Church Thompson Birdsall Ed Davis Ito Yates Ed ‘Davis Howard Glass Armour

16 16 Whist Club Entertained by Mrs Kuster

Daffodils and ferns decorated Mrs. F W Kuster's ranch home for a 16 16 Whist Club gathering. Four tables played. first prize went to Mrs W S Davis, second to Mrs B K Wilson, guest prize to Miss Dena Cooper. Refreshments served. guests included Mesdames W C McCully Pickford, Miss Cooper and Mrs L C Keney.

F. W. Kuster W. S. Davis B.k.wilson Dena Cooper W. C. McCully Pickford City

Economy Sale Opens At The Cash Store

When The Cash Store opened yesterday morning it advertised an Economy Sale and the advertised clothes vanished quickly. M Donnelly stated later that people appreciate a first class offer through advertising and that the sale will continue until Monday night. More bargains await beyond the big circular.

M. Donnelly

Agoma Class Hosts Pleasant Evening with Bonsers

The Agoma class of the Baptist church spent a pleasant evening as guests of Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Bonser of East Sixth Street. A social evening followed by refreshments.

the Baptist Church W. C. Bonser East Sixth Street

Movement on foot for milk inspector

Mr Amsay Hassan state dairy inspector urged Corona to appoint a city milk inspector at a library meeting. He noted current state coverage is insufficient, proposing monthly dairy testing and tuberculin checks, with local funding about eight to ten dollars monthly and one dollar per dairy per month for visits. The meeting, led by Dr W S Davis, included Corona officials and dairymen who supported quicker action. The El Cajon Growers association packing house employs about 30 people.

Amsay Hassan Corona Hassan Los Angeles W. S. Davis G. M. Donnelly County Federation of Women’s Clubs Woman's Clubs Edward Davis Corona Dairymen

City Park Wading Pool Fund Receives Third $5 Gift

City Councilman E. J. Genereux becomes the third donor of five dollars for Corona’s wading pool in the park. The Independent invites more residents to contribute this small amount to benefit local children and families, urging the fund to grow.

City Park Wading Pool Fund E. J. Genereux

Fire at Hull livery barn quickly contained

Firefighters responded to an alarm at the A. F. Hull livery barn at 311 Main Street. A windblown fire burned from the north loft into a manger but strong hydrants and rapid action kept it from spreading. insurance fully covered the loss.

A. F. Hull Main Street

Riverside orange pickers win 24 cent daily raise

About 120 American pickers from Monte Vista Sierra Vista and Riverside Heights No 10 packing houses demanded 24 cents more per day claiming higher living costs. After threats to quit the three houses agreed to the increase and workers stayed on. The workers expect to average about 55 boxes a day with the new pay, keeping income near prior levels.

Monte Vista Sierra Vista Riverside Heights Riverside E Enterprise Riverside Enterprise

Millinery Evening Display At M Penland Store

Tomorrow the M Penland Millinery store on Fast Sixth at Ramona hosts a lavish display of the season's latest creations. Mrs Penland invites the public to visit and view the new hats and fashions.

M. Penland

Woolen shirts gain favor with office workers in city shops

A North Main street clothier reports woolen shirts are increasingly worn by office employees in Los Angeles. He notes the garment’s practical appeal, claiming it helps save laundry costs despite not being stylish.

Los Angeles

County Board Moves to Restore Flooded Highway Links

The board approves protective construction from Banning to Palm Springs and a levee plan at Whitewater to reroute the Whitewater River into its old channel. Bids target April 11, with costs around 4000 to 5000 dollars for each levee. A Beaumont road district is formed with C R Twining as engineer. protests will be heard April 11.

Palm Springs Board of Supervisors Whitewater Banning Hamilton Whitewater Point Ma‘adam Southern Pacific Evans S. P Coachella Valley Stamilton Beaumont Road C. R.twining

Milady Decorates Baskets in Fashionable Market Arts

A vivid portrait of basketry as a fashion accessory and home decor. The piece notes market baskets in reed or willow, smoked bamboo, and ornate Chinese and Mexican Indian designs. It highlights baskets for shopping, sewing, knitting, and storage, with vibrant colors and artisan craftsmanship.

United Press Margaret Mason New York Priscilla Croesus Guatemala Chinatown Association For the Blind My Lady’s

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Mrs. Thompson Head Union Kuster Bairy Ray Hassan The el Cajon Xorona L. D. Bedford Glass Brothers Mary Pickford Majestic Theatre Proceedings OF Board Supervisors Milady First National Bank Corona, California A. J. Ware Geo. E. Sindecor Harrington Laura V. Kirby Asset Jecor Corona National Bank F. Inampson
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