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Newspaper
Greeley Tribune
Location
Greeley, Colorado, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1877
Page
2
A dated 1877 notice references Greg Coe, C M Meeker, B Carver as publishers or officials. It mentions Maple Street in Greeley Colorado and a weekly or periodic publication with incomplete lines and garbled text. The legibility is poor but implies weekly updates or notices from local figures.
A notice on the wrapper warns subscribers that the subscription will expire with the indicated symbol, giving readers time to renew before the paper stops.
Denver reports debates over a new Union Pacific route to the Black Hills with possible starts at North Platte Sidney or Cheyenne. Cheyenne favored for coal and mountain access. Omaha fears trade loss if Cheyenne not chosen.
A satirical and opinionated piece discusses trust in political figures, quotable quotes on genius and hard work, and notes on individuals like Gov. Routt and Gen. Grant. It covers Denver and Cheyenne newspapers, legislative moves, and scientific debates on optics and solar rays.
The piece notes men seeking arbitration fail to soothe outraged factions. It references Hayes rising after a setback, a wounded Tilden wriggling, and a cryptic line about Rod’s death tied to Bradley, all in a tone of speculative political commentary.
A Pueblo Republican excerpt argues mining wealth dwarfs farming, noting mineral output in 1876 reached about seven million dollars while agriculture exceeded eight million. it criticizes legislators, press, and national figures for prioritizing mining interests and neglecting farming.
The Denver News notes a House resolution aiming to adjourn around March 10 after a four month session. It urges clearing business, overhauling files, killing unnecessary bills, and advancing appropriation measures to finish promptly. It criticizes delays and warns that idle hours cost $500 daily.
The Cheyenne Leader recounts a clash with Indian horse thieves about thirty miles from Cheyenne. Fifteen whites pursued about twenty five Indians who hid their ponies then fought back. all ponies were captured except one, Dalton and Chase each lost a horse. The band fled toward Red Cloud after looting at Cuney's and Dalton's. Simultaneously cattle and sheep losses mount in Colorado, with Las Animas county losses reaching thousands. two named herdsmen Juan P. Baca and Jesus M. Garcia suffer heavy stock losses as snow and hunger ravage Arkansas bottoms.
Reader recounts Dr. Ellis on Muscle and Brain delivering a uplifting, humanistic address. Emphasizes effort and perseverance over fate, contrasts with Dr. Holland, lauds wide reading and practical optimism, and hopes for another visit in a larger venue. Also notes kerosene market shifts and church resignations in Colorado.
A Cheyenne Leader urges a bold push to enclose the field with flowers, aiming to make a strong impression within 80 days to prevent a rival victory. The message underscores a strategic emphasis on display and presence in the contest.
John Inman rents his farm to Mr Herriott. Ferguson expands his circulating library with many new books. Oliver Howard loses a sixteen month old child from brain inflammation. Colony Trustees election looms next Saturday with urging early turnout. Rev R G Thompson resigns after five years at the Presbyterian church. Wheat prices drop amid ample supply. Townsfolk plan jumping matches and praise General Brush. County Tax Books to be available at Flower & Benedict Bank in Greeley on Friday and Saturday for local tax payments. Bishop Spalding to preach in Trinity Church on Saturday evening and Sunday services. Public concerns include pony losses among Indians, troop presence at Sidney, cattle recovery from LaPorte area, and rising cattle thefts. A new grasshopper caterer invention is described. Rip Van Winkle staged with Crowell and Miss Graham delivering noted performances. Advertisements promote Holloway’s Pills for female health, Colorado Cheese, and Ham Man groceries and fruits.
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