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Greeley Daily Tribune

Location

Greeley, Colorado, United States of America

Date

Sep 14, 1908

Page

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Trains Collide in Induced Wreck Near Chesterton

A suburban Lake Shore train crashed into a Lake Erie and Western excursion train at Chesterton Indiana early today. One woman was killed and 28 people injured, five in critical condition, as dense smoke from nearby forest fires obscured the view and caused the collision.

Chicago Chesterton Ind Lak Shore Michigan Southern Lake Erie & Western Lake Shore Indianapolis

Caught Red Handed in Bath Street Gambling Raid

Marshal Williams observed a house east of J Rohchilds on Bath street used for gambling. Two men posing as Text renters were caught with a 700 poker chip set, 24 decks of cards and 15 dice as officers entered. Six men including Hughes Cheeney and Magnuson were arrested and fined 15 dollars plus costs after pleading guilty.

Text Chas Peterson Erson John Hughes Pipin Arthur Herbert Holland E Chee- My M. A. Magnuson Hughes Cheeney Magnuson Devin

Four Drown in Weissick Lake near Firestone

Four threshing crew men on the Miller ranch Sunday visited Weissick's Lake when a boat capsized during entry. Arthur Anderson Adolph Lindquist M Neighborn and Oscar Peterson were in the party Neighborn swam to shore with Anderson and Lindquist while Peterson disappeared despite efforts by his companions dynamite was reportedly used days later in attempts to recover his body Peterson aged 25 from Denver was missing at latest reports Wellington real estate men eye irrigated land with Harvest Festival travel offers at one fare Sept 4 and 8.

Macy McKissick’s Lake Firestone Oscar Peterson Miller Ranch Eald Arthur Anderson Adolph Lindquist M. Neighborn Neighborn Anderson Lindquist Terson Peterson Denver

Weather Forecast Projects Fair Weather Ahead

The forecast calls for generally fair conditions today and Tuesday with light winds and mild temperatures. No rain is expected and skies should be mostly sunny throughout the period.

Fort Collins man shot in Denver alley

William Kerr of 129 North Whitcomb Fort Collins was fatally shot in an alley near Market Blake Twenty first and Twenty second streets after a clash with non-union iron workers. John Ryan a non-union worker fired after being attacked earlier in the day. Kerr died early this morning as police investigated the case.

Daily Tribune Denver William G. Kerr North Whitcomb Street Fort Collins John Ryan Page Street Market Blake Ryan St. Louis House Blake Street Kerr McIntyre Archie Lang Union Iron Worker Paul Lerraby Robert iePaerees Ed Bishop Thomas Donohue J. W K. Kitkoop Cooks

Ault Harvest Carnival Scheduled in Weld County

Ault prepares for a Harvest Carnival on Wednesday September 20 featuring irrigation and dry land wheat yields, corn output, livestock exhibits, horse races, broncho busting, music, dancing, and a display of modern farm machinery. Prominent speakers expected. exceptional rail excursion rates and special train service arranged.

Auit Weld County Ault Larimer County Campbell

Trappers Head to Mountains for Six Month Museum Collection

J. C. McLucas and C. E. Ross receive state permits to hunt and trap for the State Normal museum. They will travel from the Poudre to Steamboat Springs and beyond to gather birds and mammals, including sable, pine mike, mountain sheep, deer, and foxes for mounting.

J. C. McLucas C. E. Ross State Normal, Museum Normal Museum Middle West Adams McLucas Cameron Pass North Park Buffalo Pass Steamboat Springs Bear River Craig Flat Top

Greeley sweepstake prize contest and prize winners

A letter from H Lowe of the Greeley Commercial Club notes a contest for the Inter-State fair sweepstake prize a silver loving cup awarded to the Greeley exhibit. Montrose filed a contest on counts and the cup may go to Greeley by Sept 25. District must win cup twice to claim it. Listing of individual prize winners and growers includes Red Onions Beasley Bros Pearl Potatoes Walters Rose Seedlings H C Haner Red Spring Wheat J Holand and others with various first and second places in onions potatoes cabbage oats hops and more.

H Lowe Greeley Beasley Bros E. E. Walters H. C. Hanener J. Holand W. Stee Shealey

Burned in Factory Fire Claims Pueblo Man

Special to the Daily Thoune Powter Colorado Sept. 14 Arthur Smith son of Jacob Smith of Pueblo was burned to death early today as Fowler Canning factory was destroyed. He slept on the second floor and may have been suffocated by smoke before he knew of the blaze. The fire is thought due to spontaneous combustion.

Colo Arthur Smith Jacob Smith Pueblo Fowler Canning Factory Smith

Republican State Ticket Filled as Conventions Nominate

The Republican ticket for ten year to two year terms was filled by Denver and Lake nominees including Helm Maxwell King Goddard and others for federal and state offices. Electors governorship secretary of state attorney general and railroad posts are listed with districts and counties. Local chatter says Guggenheim and Evans are sidelined from influence in state politics.

Supreme Court Joseph C. Helm Denver John M. Maxwell Lake A. R. King Della Luther M. Goddard J. S. Car- Behan Mesa County Thomas F. Walsh Arapahoe William Storey Dr. Ouray C. A. Balrich Pueblo John W. Springer James C. Burger Robert W. Bonynge Jesse F. McDonald C. V. Benson Larimer Timothy O’connor Boulder Sethe D. Statler Etd S. H. Stevens Las Animas Katherine Craig Jefferson George L. Hodges G. G. Withers Michael J. Guerin Chaffee W. L. Dayton The State University O. J. Pfeifer W. J.king Saguache Republican State Central Committee John F. Vivian Guggenheim Vivian Wile G. Evans Evans

Despondent Woman Tries Suicide by Carbolic Acid

On September 14 Mrs Frana Lamoreaux attempted self-harm by drinking carbolic acid. Despondency over her husband’s desertion, who works in a local store, is believed to have driven the act. Her sister-in-law intervened and stopped the woman before further harm.

Daily Tribune Frana Lamoreaux Ilvia

Old Frontier Woman Keeps Faith Amid Long Wait

Emma Jackson, a long‑time Grover resident, waits in a Greeley depot for connections to Cheyenne. Despite missed B and M trains and 20 years of dry‑claim life, she finds humor watching fellow travelers, recalling Lincoln days, and anticipating seances and news from neighbors.

Emma Jackson Greeley Cheyenne Grover Hoosier Nebraska Lincoln Grover Country Bilt’ Oiaen Peikhbor

Will Organize Uryan Club in Evans

Messrs Clayton Houston Genge and James met in Evans Saturday evening with Democratic leaders to organize a Bryan club. J Rhonda Lafayette Ryan and Tobias Mattox support the plan. A mass meeting is set for next Saturday evening with speakers and an organization act. A large club is expected to form.

Uryan Club Clayton Houston Genge James Evans Bryan Club J. ¥& Rhonda Lafayette Ryan Tobias Mattox

Football at State Normal to take shape next week

By mid next week the football situation at the Normal will be settled with several heavy candidates for line positions and fast backs. Over 20 men have signified intent to try for spots, promising a good light team. Prof Lister will coach and drill the players in strong plays.

Lister

Ranch Sale Near Lucerne Nets $22 000 In 160 Acres

Chris Nelson sold his 160 acre ranch three miles west of Lucerne to Mr. Kaye, east of Eaton, for 22000 dollars. The property had earlier changed hands for 6000 and later 12000. The deal closed Saturday.

Chris Nelson Lucerne Kaye Eaton

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Caught Red Beech Pall Marshal Willams J. Rohchild & Company Bath Street Weissick’s Soar Peterson Wellington Colorado Reeley Wm. Johnson Miller BE. P. House Sheaf Chas Wallace W. Turner ALL Republicans W. G. Evans Republican Party State Normal I's Edison Yrat Noe C. A. Brafford Monte Cristo Ninth Ave Greeley, Colo Greeley Electrical Supply Co Eighth Avenue Tribune
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