Public Interest in Locals Sparks Debate on Personal Notes
A Tribune reply defends publishing moves of Eaton Brush and Freeman, arguing such notes aid public safety and deter potential political conspiracies. The piece cites Brush and Eaton seen with a confederate near the new depot and suggests Denver authorities monitor them to protect Northern Colorado prosperity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ehaton
Brash
Freeman
Denver
Mexico
Eaton
Washington
Brush
Tribune
Judd Brush
Routt
Colorado
Brush, Freeman and Eaton
Home Industries in Colorado Boost Local Production and Self Sufficiency
The article extols Weld County as a model of agricultural and industrial wealth, praising Greeley potatoes and strawberries, beef, wool, wheat, and dairy, while urging local cannery development to preserve food production and supply Denver, mining towns, the state, and beyond. It laments reliance on eastern imports for clothing and tools and envisions increased home canning and farming.
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Greeley
Colorado
Wyoming
New Mexico
Weld County
United States
Chicago
Boston
Philadelphia
Minnesota
Erie
Annealy
Missouri
Atlantic States
Denver
Gheeley
A&m Vel
Denver Tribune
Clear Creek
State Board of Agriculture
Weld Congy
Colo
Henrigo
Raw
Andrew Coosen
Lewis’. Miller
Edwin W. Hoskin
A. D. Preston
Abt
Orchard
Coldrade
Louis Dugal
Canning Factory Seen as Boost for Gardeners and Local Industry
A proposed canning plant would create a new market for local gardeners and generate wealth by keeping production from leaving the area. Managers would purchase gardeners goods to sell wholesale to mountain town dealers, expanding local commerce.
Larimer County Prepares for Heated 1890s Political Contest
A Fort Collins correspondent notes Larimer County's swingy politics with Republican and Democratic majorities alternating yearly. The upcoming campaign features nominations for delegates to state and county conventions, with figures like Abbott Meldrum Benson Anderson Evans and Love vying. Candidates from both parties anticipate a lively race and substantial spending to sway voters.
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Fort Collins
Denver Tribune
Larimer County
Chicago
John
Abbott
Meldrum
A. S. Benson
Peter Anderson
T. M. Robinson
Larimer
Rman
Charles Evans
Bob Love
Greeley Urged as Favorable Site for Presbyterian College
A Greeley editorial argues the Presbyterian Church will build a college in Northern Colorado if properly managed. It cites Greeley’s moral character, churches, schools, farming prominence, rail access, and a liberal donor atmosphere as reasons for favorable consideration over Longmont. A meeting should be held to organize subscriptions and attract trustees.
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Greeley
Presbyterian College
Colorado
Creeley
Longmont
Fon
J. L. Brush
J. K. Thompson
Bliss
Denver
Meeting of Colorado millers and railroading above the clouds
A Saturday Colorado millers meeting in this city discussed pricing and wheat supplies amid a broad day of debate. The Pike's Peak Railway advances promise a record high through rugged curves, with construction at Crystal Park and expected completion points this year. Evans votes for temperance electing Rev. A Todd as mayor and council members in a tight poll.
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Lima & Oroya
Peru
Manitou
Crystal Park
Colorado Springs
Evans
Prohibition ticket wins big majority in local vote
The piece argues the Prohibition ticket secured about a two to one victory. It claims last year’s ban was a failure in Evans but notes debts paid, cash on hand, and overall improvement. It asserts growing support, moral reform, and pledges to enforce the law as pastors praise temperance.
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Prohibition
Evans
Power of
Jesus
A. W. Corrmay
M. KF. Church
Night Schools Wanted From The Howitzer
A letter argues the need for evening schools for laboring men who cannot attend ordinary classes. The writer urges an institute suited to working people who wish to learn and rise, suggesting wealth and wisdom can meet this demand.
Greeley Rancher Finds Big Profit in Las Carritas Sale
Greeley cattle raiser B. R. Thayer arrived in the city after selling his herd at Las Carritas near Fort Sumner to Eastern capitalists for 875,000. He bought the range last spring for 20,000, adding cattle to the land with eleven water fronts on the Rio Pecos, and calls Las Carritas speculation a bonanza.
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B. R. Thayer
Greeley
St. James
Las Vegas
Las Carritas
Fort Sumner
Thayer
Rio Pecos
Banks of issue must be abolished says Supreme Court ruling
The Supreme Court has declared the greenback a constitutional tool of congressional power. The author argues that banks of issue, based on national debt, monopolize currency used in business and are a great wrong to every taxpayer requiring abolition without delay.
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Supreme Court
Petition for Congress appropriation aids Greeley schools
A petition circulates in Greeley urging Congress to appropriate funds for public schools. It notes education needs as the poor grow and tax capability declines. Separately, Middle Park ranches are being purchased by Eastern capitalists with several local sales already completed.
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Greeley
Congress
Middle Park
Hillery
Harris
Hi. Duquette
John Kinsey
National Wool Growers Convention Date Change
The National Wool Growers Convention in Chicago has moved from May 7 to May 18 to allow delegates to attend the National Industrial Congress in Chicago on May 21. The piece also notes debate over silver versus greenbacks and debt payment proposals.
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National Wool Grower’s Convention
Chicago
National Industrial Congress
Potatoes Cheap at Forty Cents Per Hundred
Local notice offers potatoes at 40 cents per hundred as a quick cash plea. The writer, J. Hawes, asks neighbors to visit a small doorway near Madison and Walnut streets, third door east of the Bon Ton, for a brief meeting to discuss needs.
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J. Hawes
Madison and
Walnut Streets
Bon Ton
Windsor lumber and alfalfa seed advertised in local notices
The notice lists native lumber at 23 dollars per M and alfalfa seed available now from H C Watson & Co. Oysters for supper are offered at C W Bratton's nightly until midnight. Shiloh's Porous Plaster advertised for back, side or chest pain at 25 cents, sold by Fezer.
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Dobbs & Woodward
Windsor
Sotf
H.C. Watson & Co
Mutual dissolution of Kinnaird Bower & Co
By mutual consent the firm Kin naird Bower & Co. dissolves this day Beverly B Bower per FE Bowman, Att'y in fact Eliza M Bowman St 97 per E 8 Bowman, Att'y in fact Greeley Colo March 28 1884.
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Kinnaird, Bower & Co
Beverly B. Bower
Bowman
Eliza M. Bowman
Greeley, Colo
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The
Age of Steel
Ilinois
Meeting OF
Colorado Millers
Kansas
Nebraska
Utah
Loveland
Tam
Farmers’ Alliance
Sid Thie
A. ©. Todd
Todd
Evans Colony
Andrew C. Todd
Henry W. Davis
W. Morrison
Wilber D. French
Eugene B. Lemon
Beall
J.P. Pashbaugh
Methodist Church
Mayor Todd
Covenanters
Tamperaney
Greeley Man
Greenbacks
Howitzer
Denver Republican
Hill
National Wool Convention
W. Brattos
C. W. Bratton
Walnut Street
Pine Street
Main Street
Patte
Platteville
ALFRED T._ BACON
Fteam
Hunter's Building
Wilard & Treat
Greely
Lorenzo
Law
N. BR
Andrew Law
John K. Law
James Storms
Sharon Atkinson
Gree- Jaw O Calanadan
Register
Rfeley A
Denver AO A
Tiste Salle Law
Aryans Ibs
Us Raton
Ereeree
Salle Ae
Piattey Ile Dio
Brighton Jenver
Cereeeas
Salt Laker
Pacific
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Ile A Ar. Faa
Ife O' An
Collins
Celine
Istver
Ames, Bailey & Co
Teamsters
Hunters
Canan & Baker
Notich
Sarah A. Nichols
Sarah A. Niche
Weld
Cerado
Ereby
Wit County
Cart House
Nytt Tnicions
Mieh
Colora
John E. Young
Newnel
Aloto Luasell
John PL Head
William B. Horm
Jesse Gale
Louising
State of
Williaw Poors
Wwato
William Foote
Juniorefendant
Abc
Cou
Corado
Sumons
Cotty
Judie
Isaac Miller
Janes C
Arses
Duxxixe & Axxis
I. K. Thompson
BF. Marsh
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