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Newspaper
Greeley Tribune
Location
Greeley, Colorado, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1907
Page
4
The Greeley Tribune founded in 1870 by N. O. Meek is noted as the paper with the big subscription list. Published by the newspaper's owner, the item marks the start of the long running local publication.
A notice from the Greeley Tribune Publishing Co informs readers of translation rates for mail service. It lists Co H Wolfe Manacera and mentions post office routing through Greeley Colorado.
The circular argues for public understanding of the city water works issue. It cites Engineer George G. Anderson, the mayor, city council members, and Alderman W Wilson, promising a fuller stenographic report of the mass meeting held last Thursday. It says the effort aims to answer questions and reveal any negligence, urging readers to read the circular for clarity.
The Tribune steps in with an extra issue about municipal election concerns in Weld County. Alderman W C Wilson and City Attorney C D Todd face innuendo laden accusations over city funds and the water works project. A Commercial club meeting saw Wilson defend himself and a subsequent vote of confidence from local business leaders.
The article describes charges made and replies by city officials ahead of an election and includes a stenographic report of the proceedings. It urges readers to study the statements and decide whether to support the current officials or those attacking them, warning against defamatory tactics.
William Mayher, a leading city businessman and rival of Alderman W C Wilson, states his opposition is political not personal graft, and warns against calling Wilson a grafter or thief. The remark was made last Thursday with four witnesses present, including Tribune affiliates.
Judge Charles H. Burritt and Florence Stevens, both natives of the Philippine Islands, married at the courthouse with Judge C. E. Southard presiding. Burritt, a Wyoming lawyer and former state legislator, served in the Spanish American War and the Philippines. Stevens, a stenographer from New York, came to the Philippines for better wages. The couple planned a May return to the Philippines after visiting relatives in New York.
The B. P. O. Elks held their annual election of officers at the regular meeting last Thursday evening. New officers include W. H. Patterson exalted ruler KR. G. Strong leading knight D. J. March loyal knight W. Hall Thompson lecturing knight H. M. Wyatt secretary W. H. Farr treasurer Earl Day tyler Rh. C. Watson grand lodge representative E. H. McClenahan trustee.
Public debate centers on alleged libel in a city council article. Judge Garrigues and Mayor Green defend council member Wilson over the Jacobson Bade bid and water works contract. They defend integrity and stress open bidding and legal duty to award to the lowest bidder. discussion touches on possible election impact.
The Epworth League in the church dining room hosted a 100 guest, five course banquet to reward members. St Ella Mead led as president with Dr Mead as toastmistress, featuring songs and readings by league and junior league members and a closing chorus.
W F Gaston of Paseo Ga says Chamberlain's Cough Remedy is the best medicine he has used for whooping cough. The remedy is safe and sure, and available from all druggists.
The Tribune publishes two tree spraying formulas from City Forester 8 J Palmer of Denver to aid homeowners. For sucking insects use coal oil two gallons Whale soap one pound and water twenty seven gallons. For biting insects use Paris green one pound lime four pounds and water one hundred sixty gallons. Palmer will provide other insect formulas on request.
A March 27 rally in the Greeley high school assembly promoted the library question. Principal Merten and library board chair Miss Carena Lee introduced speakers. H N Haynes and C B E Carter led appeals, with J Max Clark detailing progress. Irving Newton and Albert Tuck spoke for students as $700 of $15,000 remained. children buy bricks for five cents each and receive certificates.
A new church society the Covenanters organized in Grebey last week by Rev. Edgar of La Junta with Revs. French and Atchison of Denver. It has 49 charter members worshiping with Evans congregation. Elders are W. S. Wylie R. L. Orr and G. S. Bedford. deacons L. Ferris Beniott and R. G. Martin. Services will be held at the M. B. A. hall with Rev. J. M. Wylie pastor. a new church may rise on a lot on Eighth Avenue.
Elder John T. Ongrey of Rootville Pa reports long term relief after using the salve since December 1905. He says nightly itching ceased and skin troubles vanished. Sold by all druggists.
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