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Newspaper
Greeley Daily Tribune
Location
Greeley, Colorado, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1908
Page
3
Local ad column lists farm loans, livestock sales, rentals, help wanted, lost items and social notices. Highlights include Holstein bull for sale, rooms for rent, experienced dressmaker, job inquiries, lost item reward, and social events at Unity church and various residents visiting Spokane and Denver.
The 22nd annual Y M C A State Convention will meet in Colorado Springs February 4 to 7 1909 drawing thousands. Leaders include Dean Edward S Bosworth G S Phelps Clarence B Willis John Willis Baer and others with a major banquet and Bible studies planned. Sessions open to all men and details available from the State Office in Denver.
Local items include farm loan notices and business calls in Salem Sanborn and Houston, a Denver trip for A Stevens, and a December 14 birth to MG and Mrs Tom Allan. Gentlemen and families attend illnesses, travel plans to Kerrville, and visits by Mrs Herboth following a death in Queen City.
Frank Pollock, laborer of 426 Fourteenth Street, told assistant district attorney Ewing that his wife had run away with their children. He was advised there is no law to force a wife to remain, and he should focus on caring for the children. The DA noted he cannot confirm if the wife left with another man.
Miss Ethelyn Watkins and Elbert G. English wed Saturday at the groom’s parents home 919 Eleventh avenue in a formal small ceremony. Rev W A Philips officiated. They traveled to Denver then returned, planning home at 1611 Eighth avenue. Elbert, a prominent Greeley native with lodge connections, met the Bangor Michigan bride who moved here a year ago.
The Tribune invites earnest proposals from all organizations and individuals on how a quarter of a million dollars placed in trust with bodies like the Masons or Odd Fellows should be used for the greatest benefit of all Greeley residents. Submit to the Tribune with clear plans, aiming to maximize public welfare.
Mrs Nora Belle Watson wife of W L Watson died Sunday December 13 at 213 Fourteenth Street. She was 26 and survived by her husband a six year old daughter and a nine day old infant. The family came from Missouri a year ago. Remains will be shipped to Pattensburg Missouri for burial Tuesday with her husband his sister and the two children.
Mrs Eliza Kent died Sunday in Denver at the home of her son W H Kent after a three month illness. Her daughter in law Mrs H F Hurlbut of Greeley visited frequently during the illness and was with her at the time of death. Mr Hurlbut and Jesse will travel to Denver this evening for the funeral tomorrow.
Current standings show Miss Mabel Wasley leading with 1786 votes followed by Miss Ada Crawford 1760, Miss Laura Mitchell 1497, Miss Mamie Glazier 1364, Miss Laura Hallett 1200, and Miss Kate Graham representing The Greeley Candy Kitchen in the local popularity contest.
Bi-Bi performs Thursday evening December 17 at the Greeley Opera House for the public library fundraiser. Farm loans advertised by Sanborn and Houston.
Two farmers from east of town were jailed by Marshal Williams after being found intoxicated on Saturday night. They rode home in a buggy, stopped for more drinks, and were arrested by Officer McGregor who carried one man under each arm to the station. Each paid 15 dollars this morning and rued the high price of their fun.
The U S Grant Post No. 13 G A R elected officers Saturday with A A Wood named commander Stephen Mead vice commander Frank Beeman junior vice John Alcorn officer of the day George Wilkerson officer of the guard M L Wadsworth chaplain The Post and the Relief Corps will hold a joint installation at the first meeting in January.
P. K. Yoon the Korean minister returned Saturday from Sterling where he lectured on A Voice from the Far East. He left Saturday for Denver and today he will address the Presbyterian association.
The Tribune lists forthcoming weddings and announcements from readers filed at the office. Couples share plans, dates, and venues as society notes appear in the local paper.
Last evening at the Congregational church a nearly hour long musical program delighted attendees. The choir plans a monthly Sunday evening service featuring solos by Couzzens and Sullivan, with Mrs Gray and Doane interpreting The President's Message in relation to brotherhood and Jesus teachings. Roosevelt is praised as the era’s greatest preacher.
Dr. Watkins of Johnstown and his wife who have visited here with the wife’s parents for a few days left for Pueblo on Saturday to make their future home. Both Mr and Mrs Watkins were highly esteemed in Johnstown and the community regrets their departure to live elsewhere.
Co. B. Norris will begin a new residence on his farm near LaSalle. The building will be occupied by Charles Milroy of Evans, who recently leased part of the Norris land.
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