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Newspaper

Greeley Tribune

Location

Greeley, Colorado, United States of America

Date

Dec 23, 1908

Page

12

Auto prices slash and new wheel touted in Denver

Local agents report price cuts across major makes with many from $2000 down to about $1200 and a single wheel design promising puncture free tires. Denver inventor Edward Dettlebach and officials Nesbit Baird Dettlebach push the steel brass wheel claim while study continues on market readiness after January 1.

Jay Vanderlip Greeley Regal R. Smith Studebaker Colorado Alexander Nesbit T W. Baird Edward Dettlebach Denver

Scab in Sheep Leads to Dip Plan Among Feeders

State Inspector Mayo visited feeders between here and Eaton after complaints of scab in flocks. All infected sheep came from a single New Mexico shipping point, suggesting prearrival exposure. Dipping will cause two weeks of lost feeding time and delayed market delivery, with weather threatening additional losses.

Here Eaton Mayo New Mexico Colorado

Peculiar Injury at Ault Ranch

J. H. Rowe, working at his ranch near Ault, nicked his hand while killing a sick calf. The contaminated wound drew diseased calf blood, causing painful injury and medical concern.

J. H. Rowe Ault Mr. Rowe

Local Firm Wins Camfield Addition Contract

Barber & Gordon of Greeley secured the Camfield addition bid by a few dollars over six Denver bidders. The project costs range from thirty to forty thousand dollars plus a concrete foundation over ten thousand dollars. Mr Gordon traveled to Denver to sign the contract with the architects, and construction will begin promptly as the foundation nears completion.

Camfield Barber & Gordon Greeley Denver Gordon

New Buildings at Sligo Spur Town Growth

Sligo progresses with two concrete houses under construction for promoters. Four wagon scales arrived for a coal yard, a store and post office will begin once residences finish. The postmaster has been appointed and awaits a business location, with duties not limited to stamp cancellations.

Sligo

Jim Fisher Bags Large Coyote Near Greeley Hunt

Jim Fisher topped a two hundred pound class coyote after a three hour chase with dogs near Farmers Spur and Oak Street bridge. He saw several coyotes as hunters reported uneven guarding along lines near Greeley and enjoyed the exercise despite the ragged pelts.

Jim Fisher Oak Street Bridge Greeley Fisher Spur

Decrease in Dog Population in Greeley

Over the past year 243 dogs have been killed or shot following a mad dog scare and a mayoral edict. This week 22 more dogs were dispatched via the gas route, bringing the total to 78 since the order. About 300 dogs remain in the city with only 135 licenses issued this year. Officers promise tags on every dog next year or confinement in a safety deposit vault.

Greeley

More Hollanders Arrive to Settle 14 Ranch Families

Twelve more Holland families arrived for the Asa Sterling ranch. Some came from near Denver, others from New Mexico. Each family, with four to six children, occupies a whole motor from Denver to Kuner. Of 35 families located, each has purchased 40 acres.

Asa Sterling Denver New Mexico Kuner

Judge Grants Eaton Electric Right of Way Across U P Tracks

Judge Bradfield issues a decree in condemnation by Eaton Electric Co to compel U P Railway to grant a crossing at Pierce. The railroad will receive 25 dollars for crossing rights. Pierce will gain electric lights and power from Eaton.

Bradfield Eaton Electric Co U. P. Ry Pierce Electric Company Lfaton

Mulford Ditch and Reservoir Co Plans Two New Tanks

A plat filed Thursday shows two reservoirs with a combined capacity of about 4,000,000 cubic feet to be filled by pumps and seepage. Estimated cost is 850 dollars. Location in Tp. 2 North, Range 67, sec. 33.

Mulford Ditch and Reservoir Co

Forefathers Celebrated by Pilgrim Descendants in Church Supper

Pilgrim descendants gathered at the Congregational church dining room for an informal Forefathers Day supper featuring hasty pudding, baked beans, and brown bread. Dr. Guerdon Miller spoke on Puritan ideals influencing life, followed by hymns and readings from Snowbound. The event, praised for simplicity, will be an annual feature.

New England Congregational Church Mr. Doane Brewster Hugh Mrs. Hugh

Eto Held in Jail After Mortgage Seizure Hearing

George Eto, a Japanese man with many creditors, was ordered held by Justice Stevens after a Friday hearing. Evidence showed he secreted or disposed of mortgaged property. he has no attorney or money. A grocer’s mortgage on Eto’s beets is tied to shipments to a factory under sheriff supervision.

George Eto Justice Stevens Eto

Wilbur Crabb Birthday Celebration at Home

Wilbur Crabb, son of Mr and Mrs J A Crabb, marked a memorable birthday Wednesday with a lively party at the Crabb home. Miss Maud Myer helped Mrs Crabb plan games and a fine lunch, and the evening brought hearty enjoyment to many young friends and family.

Wilbur Crabb J. A. Crabb Crabb Maud Myer

Surprise Birthday for Mrs Thomas Atkinson

Mrs Thomas Atkinson celebrated her seventieth birthday with a surprise at the home of her daughter Mrs D A Camfield. She was brought by auto to the gathering where about a half dozen old neighbors joined in the festivities and a ride in the Camfield car followed by a fine dinner.

Thomas Atkinson D. A. Camfield

For Eczema Tetter and Salt Rheum Remedy

The intense itching from eczema tetter and salt rheum is quickly relieved by Chamberlains Salve. Many severe cases have been cured. For sale by all druggists.

Chamberlain

James Dixon Carey Declares Medical Credentials in Timnath

James Dixon Carey filed his credentials as a medical doctor and will practice in Timnath Colorado. He announces his intention to serve the local population with medical care and professional services beginning soon.

James Dixon Carey Timnath Colo

Christmas Gifts Display at Woods Music and Fezer's

Holiday sale items shown include pictures writing cabinets fountain pens smokers sets and other Christmas presents at Woods Music store and Fezer's offering special holiday prices for shoppers in northern Colorado.

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Barber and Coyote The Eaton Company Hto Ing Air Rifles California Fred Harvey Santa Fe Los Angeles San Diego Coronado Beach San Francisco Phoenix Grand Canyon Florida Texas Mexico J. P. Hall Nelson New Electric Theatre Electric W. H. Farr Bruce F. Johnson E. J. Decker F. E. Gill Union National Bank Greeley, Colorado Fezer’s
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