30 Nov 1916
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Newspaper
Corona Independent
Location
Corona, California, United States of America
Date
Nov 30, 1916
Page
1
Thanksgiving features a page of compact items from 1782 to 1861 noting key events on November 30, including the peace treaty with England, Ohio's statehood, and Jefferson Davis' election as Confederate president. The page also offers light items on eggs bans, conundrums, and period verse, all presented in a small newspaper card style.
A letter from Swedish emigrants in the United States reports Swedes favoring a peaceful move toward a republic via popular vote. They say the majority will decide Sweden’s future, noting the queen and ruling classes have little influence, and warn there was once danger of siding with Germany but that now danger has passed.
The report notes a $228,844 check from Erik Mayer of Spokane to Luther Turner of Harrington for about 153 000 bushels of wheat. The price above $1.46 per bushel includes storage charges and covers the 1925 and 1916 crops, yielding Mr Turner about $40,000 more than last year by holding his previous crop.
The Los Angeles report notes B. J. King removed both hands from the wheel to light a cigarette while speeding. The car skidded struck a curb and overturned, fatally injuring King and lightly injuring companion B. Snyder on Short Line Boulevard in Ocean Park Heights.
The article describes Stockholm as a hub for spies and diplomats from many nations. trains to the Russian frontier, to Bergen for ships to Europe, and to Berlin link the city to combat powers. Hotels, restaurants, and high society mingle as spies, agents, and couriers navigate danger and disguise.
A Thanksgiving evening bowling duel pits Sumner Billings against Elmer Woods at Slaten's Bowling Alley. Both tied for the high 221 in last month's contest, promising a lively match with close adherence to rules. No admission charged, expected crowd at 7 p m.
Classified notice notes that advertisements in The Indene are inexpensive compared with suits. It hints at the value of ad space for marketing and promotions in the paper.
The Superior Court of Riverside County California issues a summons to Albert Weston Francis Gerardt John Doe Richard Roe Mary Doe Kate Roe requiring a response within ten days if served in county or thirty days elsewhere. Plaintiff J G Idler seeks judgment on contract and other relief. Clerk A B Pilch seals the document dated November 2 1916. G R Freeman attorney for plaintiff Corona California.
The notice announces new management at the Mission Rooming house and promises clean rooms with running water. All rooms are outside rooms with some light housekeeping, inviting prospective tenants to view before seeking alternatives.
Mrs. Elizabeth Williams owns the Mission Rooming House at 216 East 6th Street Corona California outlining ownership and location details for a property listing.
The article promotes H-0 Oatmeal as steamed in sealed cookers for two hours to retain flavor and cut cooking to 20 minutes. It markets H-0 as ideal for all ages, nourishing and cheaper than meat or eggs, with grocers carrying the product.
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