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Newspaper
Canon City Record
Location
Canon City, Colorado, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1903
Page
4
The weeks of cooling temperatures have merchants optimistic that fall business will start strong. Observers say trade will hinge on merchant activity and advertising, with early efforts likely to capture the bulk of autumn sales as cooler days set in.
Canon City gate receipts for the races were muted as many locals chose other events. The county sent 400 to Rocky Ford fair spending about $2,000, and another 400 from Canon City joined the Labor Day excursion to Pueblo, while the State Fair also drew crowds. The piece suggests combining races with a county fair, inspired by Rocky Ford’s Fruit Day success, to attract larger crowds and potential growth for Canon City. It notes Fruit Day helped population growth and hints a road link to Cripple Creek might be publicized by the Canon City Record.
A Canon City resident laments Western Union Telegraph Company service calling for more operator hours. She notes one overworked operator handles all calls, with limited office hours closing during meals and late nights. The letter compares Canon City treatment to Portland Parlins and Standard Oil Trust across Colorado.
The Record notes broad support for new sidewalks in the residential sections. Citizens cite rough sand paths, difficulty in wet weather, and the urge for immediate action. Proposals include city ordinance or sidewalk district bonds, costing roughly three and a half dollars per year per lot owner for ten years.
An 1882 New York Independent editorial asserts Christian powers will end Turkish outrages, mobilizing fleets and armies to topple the Sultan’s rotten government. It warns that the campaign may take another lifetime, urging patience as actions continue.
Loveland Reporter notes controversy around the Hog and the Knocker, a man who refused to contribute a cent yet shares equally in profits from Corn Roast day, alongside workers who funded and promoted the celebration.
The Nickel Plate Road with eastern connections is praised as a top line between Chicago and New York and other eastern points. It runs three daily through first class trains with modern amenities including dining cars on the American Club Plan priced from 35c to 1.00, plus la carte service. Colored porters assist travelers and no excess fare is charged. All trains use La Salle Street station in Chicago.
Capt B F Rockafellow corrected press claims on a fourteen carload apple sale to Nobe Brothers Grocery Amarillo Texas. He says price was 3.00 a barrel fob Canon City for winter varieties except Ben Davis at 2.25 for second pack to clear five car loads, with discounts. He holds remaining crop at higher figures, expects better prices in months ahead, and notes Apples from Fruitmere Ranch are known for quality aiding top pricing.
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