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Newspaper
Greeley Daily Tribune
Location
Greeley, Colorado, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1911
Page
1
Police report a hypodermic needle was discovered hidden in a woman's corset. The incident prompted a forensic examination and local investigation into the motive and source of the needle. No injuries were reported, and the woman is assisting authorities.
The unnamed young woman held at the county hospital has a morphine addiction evidenced by needle marks on her left arm. A hypodermic needle was found sewn into her corset during a violent episode, and officials expect she may recover enough to reveal her identity. Denver man John Eisel plans to visit tonight hoping she is his missing daughter, though authorities doubt the claim.
Dragging crews south of Fort Lupton, led by the road overseer and workers imitate the Eaton Packard method. The spict draw replaces heavy labor, turning rough highway toward pavement quality with minimal effort.
Mrs. Carrie Hudson wife of A K Hudson an engineer at the condenser died in a Denver hospital after an appendicitis operation delayed too long causing peritonitis. Married about a year she leaves no children. Funeral will be held tomorrow.
The Crockett Moody Mercantile Co. received a draft today through M. J. Walsh from North River Insurance Co. in full settlement of its pro rata share of losses from a fire on the sixth instant. The firm notes the importance of prompt settlements by insurers.
Con tractor Seerie is on the ground stringing pipes for the new water works system in Fort Lupton. A large crew will work to complete the job on the 120 day contract, as scheduled.
It is understood a department store will be started in the Dunn building here soon. Denver parties are said to be backing the enterprise.
Miss F Mieckenstein arrived this morning from Telluride to spend the next days in attendance at the Normal.
The Modern Woodmen of America plans an 11:00 a.m. memorial service at the Christian church with Rev. J. L. Thompson delivering a special sermon to members. Members and Royal Neighbors will assemble at 10:16 a.m. at the I. O. O. F. hall and march to the church, with special music featured.
Rain began Thursday and Greeley recorded 2.44 inches with the city receiving the heaviest rainfall in the county. The half year total now rises above the seven inch normal, lifting the year to date deficit from 5.80 inches to 8.27 inches after the recent storms. Reports also indicate heavy rain across the county and northern areas in the past three days.
Roy Hutton of Greeley visits with cousins Wallace and Walter Birsborough in Pleasant Valley for the week.
The United States Reclamation Service plans a large dike on Indian Creek about 35 miles from Thistle Station Utah with an estimated government expenditure near 200000. Bids close June 19 in Provo. The agency aims to reclaim 30000000 acres in the west over four years and possibly swamp lands in the east.
Pine Bluff Arkansas resident Gun Carlson spent a week in Fort Collins visiting friends and began an extended state trip. He may decide to settle there before fall.
About eighteen members of the Westminster Guild of Presbyterian church traveled to Eaton Friday morning to visit Mrs. R. Zumwalt. The event was a surprise party for her, with attendees from Greeley and Eaton enjoying a casual meal and fellowship.
Johnstown reports heavy rain over two days totaling five inches the first of the season. Crops in the district including beets and spring wheat look well despite late rain failing to aid line fail wheat in the Oklahoma district.
The mayor writes to railroad companies requesting culverts be installed to improve drainage and prevent flood risks. Officials cite past flood events and growing urban infrastructure needs as the basis for the appeal.
Mayor Mayher orders action after heavy rains flood downtown streets. Letters sent to Union Pacific and Colorado & Southern Railroad officials request culverts under Sixth, Seventh and Eighth streets. Railroads previously pledged but did not install. If completed, drainage will improve with light expense for great benefit.
Beginning tomorrow the Union Pacific adds a fast train to Chicago from Denver named the Centennial State Special. It will arrive in LaSalle eastbound at 10 10 A M daily. Train 102 from Greeley to LaSalle leaves at 8 55 A M to connect with the new flyer. The return trip west is the Colorado Express with LaSalle arrival at 11 50 A M. Denver to Chicago time is 27 hours.
Mrs F A Thibet and her son Don ald arrived yesterday from Sedro Woolley Washington to spend the summer with her parents Mr and Mrs S N Jones.
Wet weather stirs Weld County residents as the popular song Come Be My Rain Seau captures crowds. Girls study scrapbooks on Umbrella Flirtations rules while Secret society clubs share a universal signal code for coordinated flirting tonight.
The Tribune offers a personally conducted trip from the Denver Laramie depot at 6:45 a.m. to Tolland Corona and the summit. Tickets available tonight by phone or at the depot. forecast says clear, cool weather with good fishing and blooms along the foothills. Return from Corona around 1:15 p.m. to Tolland and 9:15 p.m. to Greeley. extra summit fare to Corona and half price for children over five.
The first car of watermelons reaches Greeley this morning priced at three cents per pound. Cantalo upes have already been in demand and dealers anticipate a steady supply until home grown fruit becomes available. Prices are expected to stay firm for a time.
Miss Mary Catren, who has attended Normal here all winter, spends the week with her aunt Mrs. William Watkins in Briggsdale before continuing to her home in Silver Plume.
Greeley fans expect a competitive baseball Sunday as Eaton visits Island Grove to challenge the Spuds. Highlighted players include Kistler the third baseman and a new shortstop Charles Haller from Kansas University, with Collins noted for his past umpiring during prior visits.
Colorado Telephone unveils a three day whirlwind sales drive beginning Tuesday to recruit new phone contracts. All departments will deploy staff to solicit in towns ranked by population with daily results announced to the public. Greeley district aims for top numbers in this aggressive campaign.
Greeley extends invitation to the Woman's Christian Temperance Union for its next convention in the city. Local officials and civic groups welcome the event and anticipate visitor participation.
At Fort Lupton on June 17 the sixthteenth annual Fifth District W C T U convention closed after delegates from Greeley Berthénd Platteville and Fort Lupton heard addresses by Mrs Eva Barney and state president Mrs Adrianna Hungerford. The group pledged to back statewide prohibition by 1912 and urged ballot reform purity education moral standards and international arbitration while thanking host groups and volunteers.
Naoto Bingo, a young Japanese resident east of the city, suffered a badly broken arm while practicing baseball the underhanded curve caused the fracture just above the elbow. He was taken to Dr. Woodcock's office on Thursday night. He remarked that he found American games very curious.
Miss Sarah Palmer is listed as attending summer school at the local institution, indicating continued education during the season. No further details on program or dates are provided.
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