Platteville News Snippets From The Record
Plowmen report first plowing by Kit Coykendall on January 27. McKissick coal mines run heavy trade with daily loads up to 60 tons. Independent Blues Band to perform February 11 at Farmers Association meeting in Longmont. Wheat sowing to begin next week due to pleasant weather. John S Wheeler building brick residence on Platte river. John Lee finished ice storage of 60 tons, plans dairy expansion with forty cows. Powers party avoids serious injury after buggy accident when horse bolted. headstall caused fall but no major harm.
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Kit Coykendall
McKissick
Longmont
Farmers Association
John 8
Wheeler
Platte River
John Lee
Lee
Powers
Courier
T C.N.G
Major Stolbrand
C. H. Stone
Presbyterian Church
Prof
Thomas
International Range Association
A. B. Matthews
Loveland and Berthoud Notes From The Reporter
Farmers resume plowing as mild weather thaws frost. Neva Stemple dies of scarlet fever. first case in town last week. The Commercial Hotel opens. Big Springs votes to bond for a bridge across the South Platte. Snow at Rustic. local soldiers honor Major Stolbrand.
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Sheriff Love
Bullard
Loveland
Neva Stemple
Stemples
United Brethren Church
The
Gazette
Big Springs
South Platte
Scott
Deuel
Jumbo steer gift sparks statewide cattle pride
The coal black steer, presented by Kansas City to the Colorado Cattle Growers' association and then given to the International Range association, has won multiple prizes and was paraded on stage at the opera house. Fort Collins reports good stock winter. Meeker notes mild conditions and a mill enthusiasm revival among Farmers' Alliance members reasserting share interests.
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Kansas City
Colorado Cattle Growers’ Association
International Range Association
Opera House
Thomas H. Johnson
The
Express
Florida
Fred. B. Parker
Fort Collins
Meeker
John Patterson
Fred Gordon
Government Meadows
Farmers’ Alliance
Senate and House consider multiple midyear bills across territories and finance
Senator Sherman introduces monthly silver bullion purchases and silver certificates plan while the House previews Oklahoma Territory organization and land allotment to Indians. Other measures cover army officer restoration, Panama canal oversight, and broader fiscal actions plus international and local incidents across 19th century politics and society.
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Sherman
Territory of
Oklahoma
Fitz John Porter
Chung Sing
Pueblo
Belgium
de Lesseps
Panama
Fort Elliott
Texas
Crawford
Sonora
Mexico
Keynote to Health Dr Bosanko Cough and Lung Syrup
An advertisement proclaims Bosanko as creator of a cough and lung syrup touted as the best in the world. It claims to cure coughs colds chest pains bronchitis and primary consumption with one dose providing relief. Priced 50 cents and 1.00. Samples offered free. Sold by Flower and Petrikin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bosanko
Flower & Petrikin
Pasture Suffices for Seventy Five Stock in Spring
The statement notes sufficient pasture to carry seventy five head of stock through in good condition during spring. It identifies Joan W. Carnes of Box 5, Greeley, Colorado as the signer.
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Joan W. Carnes
Greeley
Colo
Not Symptoms But the Disease in Medicine
An editorial style piece argues for treating underlying disease rather than just symptoms. It extols Hostetter's Stomach Bitters as addressing root causes of ailments from indigestion to liver complaints, and notes St Jacobs Oil for pain relief. It emphasizes merit and practical effectiveness in medical remedies.
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Hostetter
Fountain Head
St. Jacobs
Ely's Cream Balm Advertised as Catarrh Cure
A consumer testimonial claims Ely's Cream Balm cured ten years of catarrh and restored smell. L B Conarx a hardware merchant from Towanda Pa endorses it as the needed remedy. C B Halleys of Binghamton NY reports dramatic relief and calls it a miracle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ely
L. B. Conarx
Towanda
Halleys
Binghampton
N. Y
Carpets Cleaned and Relaid at Greeley Address
Services offered for carpet cleaning with carpets taken up cleaned and replaced. Charges described as reasonable. Contact Joan Storrs Box 50 Greeley Colorado for details.
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Joan Storrs
Greeley, Colo
Denver Dry Goods House Slashes Prices on Ladies Suits
The mammoth Dry Goods establishment of M. J. McNamara & Co. in Denver offers $10.00 Ladies Suits for $5.00 and Misses Suits from 3.25 to 6.25 for ages 8 to 16. Gents' $5.50 over shirts drop to $2.00, with mail orders solicited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mammoth
M. J. McNamara & Co
Denver
Wanted Farm Pupils For Tuition In Denver
To colorados farmers. Wanted vacancies for active young men as Farm Pupils who will pay premiums and give twelve months services in exchange for tuition board lodging and washing in comfortable homes. Address or call on T Towne Room 22 Symes block Denver.
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T. Towne
Symes Block
Denver
Undertaking offers coffins and funeral services
J J Stevens advertises coffins and caskets of all grades and sizes with prices from five dollars for children to one hundred dollars for adults. Embalming and other care available on request. Mr Childs to conduct funerals. Hearse use free in town.
Stevens Greely Furniture Ad Promises Low Prices
A Greeley dealer J J Stevens assures the public that furniture prices now and in the future will not exceed the sharpest past competition. He advertises a large, well chosen stock and promises to sell at the lowest living prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greeley
J. J. Stevens
For Sale Cheap Improved Farm in Lone Tree Valley
An improved farm in Lone Tree Valley features a water stream through one corner. Call at this office for details.
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Lone Tree Valley
Greeley Nurseries Promotes 1886 Stock Line in Colorado
A. E. Gipson announces a full campaign of nursery stock for Colorado buyers in 1886. The line includes fruit stock shade and ornamental trees roses shrubs and iron clad stock including new Russians. Orders invited and bookings urged.
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Colorado
A. E. Gipson
Parker's Tonic Says It Cures Alcohol Craving
The article argues parents oppose quack nostrums that promote drinking. It asserts Parker's Tonic builds the system, cures stomach liver and kidney ailments, and stimulates without intoxication while curing the appetite for liquor.
Local dealer offers new lines from New York at low prices
C Brown unveils a fresh stock arriving from New York with pants starting at 37 09 and suits from 28 00. He invites customers to call and see the new goods and take advantage of the affordable pricing.
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C. Brown
New York
School Books at Wilson's The Colorado House of Greeley
The Colorado House of Greeley under Mrs Elizabeth A Rogerson will reopen for guests on December 23 1885.
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Wilson’s
Colorado House of Greeley
Elizabeth A. Rogerson
Will Bee
Notice to stockholders Fort Morgan Irrigation Co meeting
Stockholders of The Fort Morgan Irrigation Company will meet at Haynes Dunning Annis office in Greeley Weld Colorado on February 11 1886 at 645 PM to elect Directors and conduct other proper business. Dated January 26 1886. Attorneys J P Bronk Jutes Warre. The Travelers Insurance Co.
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Fort Morgan Irrigation Company
Haynes, Dunning & Annis
Greeley
County of Weld
Colorado
TD Pam
Special Notice on Stock of Pitch and Cedar Posts at Wilson's
Cobbs Laybourn and Co advise immediate closing out of a large stock of Pitch and Cedar Posts offered at 15 and 158 cents. They also note Windsor Colorado as the location and promise the highest market price for grain and produce in exchange.
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Cobbs, Laybourn & CO
Windsor, Colo
Fresh Jersey milk cow for sale and rental notices
A fresh half Jersey milk cow for sale. Furnished rooms to rent in desirable town area, apply at Mrs. De White's, one block north of post office, at French's. Great reductions in millinery seeking to close out stock before new goods arrive. E. and L. Seelbach advertise. Joan Callaghan, contractor and bricklayer, pressed brick a specialty.
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E. & L. Seelbach
Joan Callaghan
Valentines at the Greeley Cash Store
A period ad promotes Parker's Tonic as a cure for stomach liver and kidney troubles and offers reassurance to a worried wife. The notice mentions Valentines at the Greeley Cash Store and Birumay Cards at Wilson's Book Store.
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Valentines
Wilson’s Book Store
Greeley
Biruiay
Newest kid gloves from E. & L. Seelbach offer style
Ladies are urged to visit E. and L. Seelbach to buy a wide selection of kid gloves in the latest shades and styles. The advert promotes fashionable accessories and current color options.
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E. & L. Seelbach
Parker's Hair Balsam Promises Rapid Hair Growth
Advert says hair loss from many causes can be reversed by Parker's Hair Balsam. It claims to cover bald spots, restore color, banish dandruff, cool the scalp, and is not a dye or grease. Describes safety and reliability for a nice dressing.
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Parker
Wanted Loan and Local Ads Mix in Weld County
An appeal seeks a loan of five or six thousand dollars for three to five years at eight percent with first class security on Weld County lands and water stock. Also various ads offer Wells Health Renewer and Rough on Rats products, along with real estate and clothing promotions.
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Weld
Greeley
Postoffice
Local Advertisements Include Mills Bran and Real Estate Bargains
The brief item notes Bran from Faton mills at mill prices with five cents extra for delivery. McCrettan and Clayton invite calls to explore Brown's new trouserings. Sanborn advertises real estate bargains. Money to loan on real estate security. Hate Horcuxiss opens Maple Street blacksmith shop east of the Colorado House in Greeley, Colorado, April 1.
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McCrettan & Clayton
Hate & Horcuxiss
Maple Street
Colorado House
Ep. Sorin
Greeley
Colorado
Polied Angus cattle and hogs for sale trade
Polied Angus cattle for sale grade and thoroughbred. Young growing hogs for sale at 3 cents a pound. Or will trade hogs for corn. L Oattyy Greeley.
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L. Oattyy
Greeley
Bran for Evans and Eaton Bran at Greeley Feed Store
Ear corn wanted at the Greeley Feed Store opposite Hart's harness shop. Evans and Eaton Bran stocked.
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Bran
Evans and Eaton
Greeley
Hart
Horses at town exhibit draw bidders and buyers
Three good work teams and many good broke and unbroken horses gather near town. Apply at the office of The New ENGLAND Live Stock Co for details and purchase opportunities.
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The
New England Live Stock Co
For Sale 5000 Pitch and Cedar Posts and Coal Props
Auction note lists 5000 pitch and cedar posts for sale along with coal props fence poles and bridge stringers. Inquiry to E G Extinwoon Fort Collins. Also a medical ad for Dr Bosanko’s Pile Remedy claims quick cure of piles with absorbing tumors and relief priced 50 cents.
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E. G
Extinwoon
Fort Collins
Rough on Itch cures humors and foot ailments
A brief note describes Rough on Itch as a remedy for humors ringworm tetter salt rheum frost feet and chillblains. The text emphasizes its curing effect on skin conditions.
Rough on Catarrh Cures Odors and Diphtheria T
An advertisement touts a remedy for catarrh that claims to stop offensive odor immediately and treats chronic cases. It also markets a 4s 4d gargle for diphtheria and sore throat and foul breath.
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Alexander Shaler
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Ryan Drug Company
Schultz & Co
Dennis Ryan
H. H. Thomas
la Plata
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Turkey
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Washington
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Padua
Italy
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Knights of Labor
Tralee
Rae
Ritzinger Brothers
Indianapolis
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Burlington Road
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Grimes
Guatemala
Barrillos
Leadville
Ten Mile Canon
San Juan
Detroit
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Milwaukee
Michigan
the Greeley Nurseries
W. F. Trompson
Hunnaron & Farmer
J. P. Bronk
the Travelers
Nsurance Company
Jutes Warre
A. L. Camp, Jr
French’s
French
Brown
Sanborns
Wilsell
Dry Creek
Boulder Valley Railroad
Denver Land Company
Colorado National Bank
A. EF. Moyn
D. U. & P. Railroad
Marsh Brothers
Main Street
Salomon’s Corner
B. F. Marsu
C. M. Marsu
Wyoming Development Co
Cheyenne
Big Laramie River
Cheyenne Wyo
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Bordeaux, Wyo
Oasis Hotel
Lic
Sanborn
Corona
S. Shcrist
Randolph, Kansas
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