Peabody Nominated for Governor by Colorado Republicans
The Colorado Republican convention in Denver nominated James H. Peabody of Canon City for governor by acclamation after a tense race with Frank Goudy. Rivalry dissolved as supporters shifted, producing a united ticket and strong party harmony with Peabody delivering a well received accepting address.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jas. H. Peabody
Canon
James H. Peabody
Franklin BE. Brooks
Colorado Springs
Warren A. Haggett
Idaho Spring
James Cowie
Houlder
John A. Holmbere
Denver
Colorado
Etter
Jas, H. Peabody
Canon City
James Brown
Frank Goudy
Dr. Gras
Trinidad
Samuel Newell
Peabody
Brown
City Schools See Strong Attendance Across Districts
Reported enrollment in city public schools near last year’s total of about 1100 pupils with 175 high school matriculations, and about 450 pupils in South Canon, 78 in high school. Attendance is expected to rise as term progresses and new superintendents lead experienced staff toward a productive season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allen
South Canon
Peaches Displayed by Fre mont County Grower at The Record Office
J P Farmer, manager of the Fremont County Fruit Growers Association, showed two Alberta variety peaches about the size of a Ben Davis apple. The largest measured 12 inches in circumference and weighed nearly two to three pounds, grown by H S Garlinghouse. Farmer plans to exhibit the fruit in Denver, where dealers offered two dollars each. Colorado fruit growers prove pomological prowess alongside California and New Zealand.
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J. P. Farmer
Fremont County
Alberta
H. S. Garlinghouse
Farmer
Denver
Colorado
California
New Zealand
Runaway horse wrecks buggy injures woman in Canon city
An elderly woman and her daughter were knocked from their buggy by a runaway horse on Sunday in North Canon. The mother suffered serious injuries while the daughter escaped with minor bruises. A local man assisted the pair to a physician for care. Early reports overestimated the injuries but recovery is expected within weeks. The buggy was wrecked and the horse injured. Miss Clara Harrison left for Salida to visit friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jose
D. Ebson
Fair Grounds
Canon
Grand reception for Mayor Peabody in Canon City
A spontaneous crowd of about two thousand greeted Mayor Peabody on his return from Denver. The event included a late-arriving train, a band, illuminated Main Street, and a balcony speech timed with a patriotic canopy. Rev H N Wilson introduced the guest, praising his political career and predicting victory in November. Clyde C Dawson urged Fremont County support for Peabody and the Republican ticket. An informal reception followed at the Strathmore hotel lobby, ending with universal praise for the ovation.
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Mr. Peabody
Denver
Arrie
Colorado
Strathmore Hotel
Main Street
Strathmore
Peabody
H. N. Wilson
First Presbyterian Church
Wilson
Clyde C. Dawson
Canon City
Dawson
Fremont County
Perry Mingay Nuptials Tie Akon Minister and Miss Woodruff Mingay
Rev William Earl Perry of Akron Ohio and Miss Leta Woodruff Mingay were married at the Mingay home 1025 Greenwood avenue at 10am last Thursday. Ceremony followed Methodist Episcopal ritual with Rev H N Wilson and Rev H B Cook officiating. Bridesmaids wore white organdie, ring bearer Bertha Smith. Reception featured green and white decor and a luncheon with wedding cake. They departed on the noon train for their honeymoon.
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William Earl Perry
Akron
Ohio
Leta Woodruff Mingay
Henry M. Mingay
Greenwood Avenue
H. N. Wilson
First Presbyterian Church
H. B. Cook
M. E
Edith B. Smith
Mingay
Mra. Perry
Marriage Blessings Send Bride to New Home
After proceeding to Akron, where Mr. Perry serves as pastor of the Methodist church, the couple received a large number of beautiful presents. Friends and admirers extended congratulations and best wishes as the bride moved to her new home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Akron
Perry
Salvation Army in Trouble Over Street Service
The Salvation Army clashed with police on Strathmore hotel corner over street preaching during a typhoid illness at the hotel. Capt. Lee Envoy Malloy and Bert Barton were jailed then released after fines of ten dollars and costs. Barton’s case dismissed. Capt. Lee and Malloy were fined, Barton discharged. Prosecution by Gen. Maupin, defense by Farnum St. John.
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Salvation Army
Squire Pennington Minor
Strathmore
Sterling P. Moore
Capt. Lee
Envoy Malloy
Bert Barton
Denver
Squire Pennington Court
Capt
Lee
Barton
Maupin
Farnum St. John
Colorado Coal Supply Shifts To Gunnison Region
In Canon City and across Colorado, coal buyers report ample local bituminous and notable anthracite from Gunnison country. Dealers say Gunnison coal meets most needs within a several hundred mile radius, reducing reliance on Pennsylvania mines amid strikes. The piece notes Colorado’s growing coal self sufficiency and recalls Horace Greeley’s westward adage.
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Mississippi Valley
Pennsylvania
Canon City
Colorado
Gunnison
Crested Butte
Horace Greeley
New York
Young Business Man Married in Denver Ceremony
Friends of Rowe Nelson and Miss Leva Tong were surprised to learn of their marriage at the bride’s relatives’ home in Denver on Tuesday. The couple returned to Canon and will reside with the bride’s father at 407 Greenwood Avenue, where they will be at home to friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rowe Nelson
Leva Tong
Denver
Canon
T. J. Tong
Greenwood Avenue
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Cripple Cree
Regents of State University
OD. J. Pfeiffer
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Saguache
C. C. Dawson
Mr. Dawson
Goudy
Peaody
Clara Harrison
Salida
Mayor Peabody
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Denver Times
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