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Greeley Republican

Location

Greeley, Colorado, United States of America

Date

Jul 24, 1912

Page

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Get da trip ushers big district welcome for July outing

The Republican notes plans for a large visitor turnout and an elaborate entertainment program. Real Estate Exchange members will join Denver visitors on a luncheon tour spanning Barr Lake, Horse Creek, Hudson, Brighton, and nearby sites. Local farmers prepare culverts and logistics to showcase district projects and hospitality.

Republican Henrylyn Sys Real Estate Exchange Passlunch Armers Denver Itas Barr Lake Horse Creek Prep Hudson Forenesburg Brighton

Bishop Henry Farren Dies After 57 Years as Preacher

Retired senior bishop Henry Farren of the Methodist Episcopal Church, a veteran churchman and former western leader, died last night at 8 12 at his home in University Park after six days of pneumonia following a Minneapolis conference trip. He was 57 years a preacher and had directed church work from Chicago to Denver. His illness began June 20 with inflammatory rheumatism and developed into a fatal infection. He and his family were en route for Denver when the announcement was released.

Henry Farren Methodist Episcopal Church Cook and Watts University Park Minneapolis Warren Louise Warren The Denver Metr- Scopal America

Funeral for Charles Markham Held Quietly

Funeral services for Charles Markham were held today with a large family turnout and abundant floral tributes as friends and relatives paid respects.

Republican Charles Markham

Bancroft Warrant For Perjury In County Court Case

A warrant charging Thomas Bancroft with perjury in the Mike O Grady trial was sworn out and he will be arrested tonight. The sheriff reports the warrant issued for service. The accusation rests on Bancroft claim of liquor purchase from John Woland before meeting O Grady. William Rush trial for illegal liquor sales set to begin at 1 PM.

Thomas ¢ Bancroft Mike O ' O'Grady Bancroft John Woland O'Grady William Rush

Greeley Plan Aims Cooperative Creamery Stock Drive

Weld County Farmers' club proposes a cooperative creamery in Greeley with equal shareholding by farmers and merchants. They plan to incorporate 200 shares at 25 dollars each, 80 shares for farmers and 80 for merchants, with a directing group, a stock subscription, and notes payable by October 1 for creamery purchase on September 1. The project touts higher land values, steady income, and improved farms through dairying.

Greeley Weld County Farmers’ Club Weld Farmers’ Union

Balloon feature at Tomato Day in Fort Lupton

Special to The Republican Fort Lupton July 24 a balloon ascent by Daredevil Greene will headline Tomato Day on September 2. The contract is drawn and a full program is planned with activities every minute promising a hammer from start to finish.

Fort Lupton Daredevil Greene

Republican Paper Seeks Harvest Aid for Weld County

The Weld County Republican proposes a volunteer drive to harvest wheat if a real shortage is found. It pledges to recruit 500 workers from cities and towns, fund wages, provide transport, and enlist candidates from the Republican slate. It asks farmers to confirm need and urges business and professional people to join.

Weld Republican Weld County Farmers’ Club Greeley Farmers’ Club

Foos Boy Found After Farm Work Absence

George Foos son of Mr and Mrs Henry Foos was found on a farm west of LaSalle after disappearing Sunday. He said an older boy persuaded him to work and he did not know how to contact his parents. Authorities had searched local farms.

Progressives list names without owners' consent at delegation meeting

Five men named for progressive delegations in Weld county were put on ballots without their knowledge or authority. R. A. Dix A. S. Lincoln L. B. Tucker of Kersey Eaton resident L. B. Reed and Sam Griffith of Milliken say they were elected delegates to the republican assembly and deny third party ties.

Opera House R. A. Dix L. B. Tucker Kersey Lincoln L. B. Reed Eaton Sam Griffith Milliken Republican Republican Today Reed Mr. Griffith

Motorcycle Crash Fatality in Longmont

Earl Allen aged 18 died in Longmont after his motorcycle struck a dead dog in the road at high speed. He suffered three broken ribs, a lung puncture, and a fractured skull. He led Noah Early and Norville Hendershot, who were unhurt, in darkness with no lights on.

Longmont Earl Allen Noah Early Norville Hendershot Alien

Tramp's Smoke Destroys Grant Warner Farm Barn

A fire believed started by a tramp sleeping in the hay destroyed the Grant G. Warner farm barn and contents southeast of town. About 4:30 this morning the blaze consumed the barn with a saved horse, $250 beans owned by W. A. Insinger, and harness and stored articles. Total damage about $800, partially insured, with a tramp seen fleeing before efforts to fight the fire.

Grant G. Warner Farm W. A. Insinger

Colorado crops predicted to surpass all former records

Government Crop Reporter indicates Colorado crops will exceed prior records in yield and value. Statewide average crop condition stands at 109 percent of the 10 year average, with New Mexico 109.9 and Oregon 113.5. Winter wheat 92 percent of normal. spring wheat 94. rye perfect. Alfalfa 98. fruits show notable gains over last year.

Colorado New Mexico Oregon

Robbery at Japanese contractor’s camp nets $100

William Ogawa reported a midnight break in at 401 Ninth street camp. He says $51 in cash, two gold watches and several smaller items were stolen, including a $42.68 Union Pacific paycheck. Also missing were watches and a chain from K Ikeda and S Nakayama, with the loot totaling well over $100. Payment on the paycheck has been stopped. No suspects yet.

William Ogawa Ninth Street Ogawa K. Ikeda S. Nakayama Union Pacific T. Watsuki

Syrup Coats Eaton Streets Test Pleases Town Board

Eaton reports a beet syrup coating on streets after heavy rains and sun. The coating stays hard and smooth, needing less water, and a heavier layer may be applied next spring to last about a year. The town board is pleased with the experiment overall.

Eaton

Greeley preacher delivers sermon at camp meeting

Lewis E. Burger of Greeley preached at the camp meeting service to a large crowd. A Colorado Springs visitor will fill the pulpit tonight as early morning prayer services at 6 30 o clock draw good attendance.

Evans Lewis E. Burger Greeley Colorado Springs

Harvesters Out as Johnstown Farmers Begin Fall Wheat Cut

Johnstown reports farmers taking to the fields with harvesters on July 24. Prospects for the fall wheat crop look favorable as work commences across the area.

Johnstown

Think Suit Big Joke in Severance Case

The $100 000 damages suit against David Severance and others by Otto E Smith of Denver is viewed as a joke here. Local residents doubt the alleged inhuman treatment can be proven as the case nears its Denver exposure. Smith, a known longtime figure, claims relation to the Pabst brewing family and that he was beaten and driven from Severance without cause. he also asserts he is an inventor.

Severance David Severance Otto E. Smith Denver Smith Pabst

Plan to Improve 14th Ave Prompts City Inquiry

City council heard requests to grade gravel and pave 14th Avenue from Island Grove to city limits, funding via sidewalk district bonds. City Engineer O F Shattuck was tasked to estimate costs for next meeting while depot area platform needs and sidewalk grade adjustments on Eighth and Thirteenth streets were discussed.

Fourteenth Avenue Island Grove O. F. Shattuck Marshall Smith Denver-Laramie C. E. Barber Severance Smith Eighth Ninth Avenues Alderman Bullock Island Grove Park Howard Thirteenth Street

Bath House John Coughlan to Visit Greeley Games

Chicago alderman and Zoosball team owner John Coughlan will be in Greeley Saturday and Sunday for two games against the Spuds. Tickets are printed for a special rate to both games and bees are urged for a later season fundraiser. Coughlan earned his nickname from Chicago bathhouses and later built Colorado Springs' first zoo. he has been blind for years.

Bath House John Coughlan Chicago Zoosball Colorado Springs Greeley Bethge Spuds Coughlan

Hance Appointed Station Agent at Nunn

W F Hance has been named station agent at Nunn replacing C H Rhodes who has faced multiple altercations. Hance, a well known local farmer, succeeds Rhodes with general local approval.

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