02 Nov 1916
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Newspaper
Corona Independent
Location
Corona, California, United States of America
Date
Nov 02, 1916
Page
1
The piece urges merchants to escape advertising ruts by adopting originality and modern business methods. It notes Dun and Bradstreet figures showing only a small share succeed and calls for studying successful peers, gaining ideas, and applying timely local concepts.
A satirical spoof of the song The Battle Cry of Freedom mocks keeping out of war urging safety first. It parodies political stance with lines about a president writing notes and avoiding combat as foreign foes approach.
A jumble of verse about fellowship urges helping others. Commentary skew toward President Wilson and political critics. quips on church organists and evolution provoke light satire. Snippets mention prohibition in Arizona, crime drops in wet counties, and a lobster article joke.
The notice lists daily publication in Corona California with subscription rates and delivery terms. It also records funeral arrangements for a baby, with poetic tribute to the child and family sorrow, noting J C Hoover managed arrangements and describing the infant’s brief life and parents’ grief.
The ticket lists FOR PRESIDENT Charles Evans Hughes of New York FOR VICE PRESIDENT Charles Warren Fairbanks Indiana FOR UNITED STATES SENATOR Hiram W. Johnson FOR MEMBER OF CONGRESS Robert C. Harbison.
A leaflet from the California Prosperity League is cited as misleading Seattle readers about city directory changes. The piece notes 64 names with 37 changes and 27 gone, arguing most moves lack new addresses yet claiming Seattle’s dry vote harmed growth. The item labels opponents as boozy advocates pressed for arguments.
A vintage advertisement claims Ely's Cream Balm clears nasal passages and relieves catarrh in minutes by applying a small amount in the nostrils. The fragrant antiseptic cream soothes swollen mucous membranes and ends stuffed up misery for cold and catarrh sufferers.
The obituary notes little Warren Veach son of Mr and Mrs Elzie Veach died aged eighteen months at home. Funeral held at ten this morning from the family residence with Rev E A Roys and Rev J W Utter officiating, offering comfort and Christian hope.
The meeting drew a large audience at the Baptist church as supporters argued for dry amendments. Speaker Arlett praised prohibition, noting Seattle’s dry period boosted business and reduced arrests, while Russia’s army policy showed the value of banning vodka.
Postwar voting shifts prompted by African American gains and women’s rights delays. In 1916 the Democratic stance supported Filipino and Puerto Rican political freedom while women still faced voting delays. The National Woman’s Party questions President Wilson about women’s suffrage and awaits answers from others.
The Edward campaign announces a vigorous closing with half a million leaflets distributed district wide. An auto flying squadron tour is planned for next weekend covering most of the district, with Edward campaigning hourly alongside his campaign manager.
The Edwards campaign cites a growing volunteer base with over one hundred workers enlisted in recent days. Campaign headquarters express confidence in victory as efforts intensify toward the election.
Corona residents report fast results from Adler-ika a buckthorn bark glycerine remedy said to ease constipation sour stomach and gas with one spoonful. A few doses are claimed to aid appendicitis and chronic stomach trouble with instant action from Crown City Drug Company advertisement.
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