25 Oct 1916
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Newspaper
Corona Independent
Location
Corona, California, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1916
Page
1
A mixture of verse and brief notices covers Los Angeles voting on dancing in liquor districts, infantile paralysis cases in New York, labor union legal risks, a London shopkeeper tale, a population milestone, and other short items. The tone blends whimsy with society, crime, and civic notes from the era.
J. B. Coplen of the Coplen Ranch west of the city warns the public that the property is not open to huntsmen and prosecutions will follow if trespassing continues. Dr. EB Smith spent yesterday in Los Angeles on business and returned on the late train.
The article notes that leading merchants achieve top results by heavy advertising. It highlights how large ad budgets correlate with sustained sales growth and market visibility across key regions.
The paper lists rates of 4 dollars per year and 2 dollars for six months with 408 per month for city carrier delivery. Subscriptions are payable in advance. Published every afternoon except Sunday from 110 112 West Sixth Street.
A political slate 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.
William A. Avey Assemblyman argues for Proposition No. 6 to issue 15 million in bonds to complete the state highway system. He cites cross state tie ups, mountain spur roads, and that bonds are repaid from state corporation taxes, benefiting all residents regardless of party.
Mrs Rose Wilkins left this morning to attend the state Sunday school convention in Pasadena as a delegate from the Congregational church Sunday school.
The Armory venue hosted a large gathering of club women for a biennial meeting despite poor acoustics. Distinguished guests Mrs Arnold, president of the Southern District, Mrs Garner state Civics chair, and Mrs Schoneman Emblems chair spoke on public work and club goals. Social hour followed with sandwiches and coffee in the pergola.
Eben Eugene Rexford, author of the song Silver Threads Among the Gold, dies at 68. The piece, revived after decades of obscurity, is praised as a enduring people’s song that touched millions with youth love and later life. The Corona Independent advertises Rexford’s enduring legacy.
From the California Cultivator, September 30 1916, the Orange County judge urges licensing of high power autos and revocation of licenses for reckless drivers. He cites two millionaires jailed in Santa Ana and calls for strong anti drinking and driving measures to curb deadly speed on public roads.
An old time recipe for darkening gray hair is Wyeth's Sage and Sulphur Compound. The preparation darkens hair naturally, restores gloss, and gives a youthful look. a 50 cent bottle is sold at drug stores. It is not a disease cure.
Mrs. Louisa Gleichner Poirier of Corona California declares she will not be responsible for or liable for any debts or obligations incurred by her husband Hector Poirier. Public notice dated October 21, 1916.
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