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Newspaper
Greeley Tribune
Location
Greeley, Colorado, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1912
Page
4
Rates show 1 month for 30 cents by carrier 1 year by mail. Daily and weekly subscriptions listed with prices. Paper entered as second class matter at Greeley Colorado under the 1879 act.
A compact editorial mix taunts high living costs, money trusts and reform aims while urging cheerful, forgiving civic spirit. It cites Taft, Morgan, Roosevelt and local figures, plus a moral exhortation about starting each day with joy and ending with goodwill. The piece closes echoing Leslie's Weekly sentiment.
Fort Collins business leaders and regional farmers advocate the Poudre canon route as the shortest, most scenic auto highway across the state. They argue Larimer County lies on the Omaha to Salt Lake corridor and urge keeping the transcontinental line away from Wyoming or Denver, warning railroad builders’ past mistakes.
The article cites Dr. Searcy explaining men drink not to get drunk but to relieve tension from modern life. It argues the impulse toward alcohol stems from a desire for psychic consciousness amid daily strain, with the doctor noting the relief sought in swinging doors.
A quote contrasts philosophers and doctors, noting it is easier to believe a doctor than a philosopher. It argues many philosophers frequent bar rooms, which undermines the perceived impartiality of their testimony, a line attributed to the Washington Post.
A government report shows dairy cows in Illinois yielding over a gallon of milk daily, with Colorado expected to reach the same level soon. The Fort Lupton sugar beet yield, boosted by dairying, underscores farm prosperity. A Wisconsin town holds over 50 million in bank deposits, and a Greeley farmers institute week will feature Gilbert Landell on silage feeding and silo construction, urging attendance for practical returns.
Inquiries rise after a matinee of Rainbow Gold as country district children ask why they were not invited. The Tribune explains auditorium limits and promises future opportunities, noting Greeley children were prioritized for a safe, convenient viewing.
A pasted slice from 1912 items includes Forties era notes on local business and politics. Mentions Dr. Marsh opposite the Tribune, Platte valley coal at six dollars a ton in Greeley, Thompson leasing Platteville coal mine, Evans Journal praise of locals, cold spell, J. S. Titcomb leading mountain division of Colorado Central railroad, preacher Mitchell's Rome and Zion sermon predicting temperance shift, Boettcher selling many stores, Weld County bank treasurer Winbourn handling taxes, and a Henry Foley Kidney Pills advertisement. Also Lower Latham Ditch Company annual meeting set for January 11 1913 in Greeley to elect trustees and levy assessments. Mrs Bennethy and Ruth of Denver visiting in town.
Forthright praise for Tom Tynan, warden and road advocate, who uses state penitentiary labor to improve Colorado roads. He plans to show moving pictures and give a lecture in Greeley in January, promising entertaining stories and practical guidance to keep local roads in good shape with minimal effort.
In the last few years at harvest time the labor problem has been serious. Each year has seen fewer men available for this work, until this year farmers have been com-
Fort Lupton reports Christmas thefts with thieves smashing a glass entrance facing the alley and stealing presents and small items. No clues yet. believed local men responsible for the robbery.
holders of The Union Reservoir Company will be held at the Town Hall in Evans Colorado on Saturday January 26 1913 at 1:00 p m for electing five directors for the ensuing year and transacting such other business as properly come before said meeting Alfred Riley Secretary Greeley Colorado December 24 1922
Work on the new mill at Milliken is progressing rapidly. A cement floor is being laid and officials expect operation in February. Machinery arrived last Saturday and will be installed soon.
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