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Newspaper
Greeley Tribune
Location
Greeley, Colorado, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1911
Page
1
Sheep growers north of the city reported two dogs blamed for killing sheep. A yellow cur was captured and killed after being traced to Mrs. Rodineon’s property. Another dog, linked to a neighbor quarry, remains at large as authorities continue the hunt.
A memorial service at the Salvation Army hall paid tribute to Captain A. C. Lee formerly stationed in Greeley. Army members recalled his Christian work while favorite songs concluded the service. Other notes mention local residents: Charles Yardley confined by fines. Harold and Mrs Fusterday in Fort Collins. C. W. Gilbert visiting Boulder. George Cox returning from Denver. Estelle Lickies resigning from Park Mercantile to return to Iowa.
Severe weather drives bold coyotes toward city limits as residents report nightly incursions. L B Werk Kelser on Twenty first street drove one from his barn yard Monday forenoon and John Clarkson saw a coyote leaving his place with a chicken. Delta district residents fear further incursions this fall.
The Weld County Farmers Club hosts a two day event with about 4200 farmers expected to attend. Key speakers include C A Lory of Colorado Agricultural College, H Griffin of Fort Collins, George A Carlson district attorney, and Harrison Tellier of Windsor. The program covers crop topics, cooperation between farmers and merchants, and road funds.
The 1910 card club and their husbands gathered Monday evening at Mr and Mrs George Wingar s home. Ladies usually meet in the afternoon, but an evening gathering was held with the men as guests. They played 500. Mrs Jack McCarter won first prize and Mrs W E Weekly was second. Mrs Wingar served a late delicious lunch.
Police report fewer prisoners in Greeley amid severe cold with many hoboes abandoning the city for Denver or other places with free meals. Officials note little crime as holidays pass and expect activity to resume only after the winter ends.
In Denver district court Judge Carlton M Bliss enjoined defendants from using more than 7 feet of the 104 feet of the old Thomas ditch. The ruling affects Weld county lands between Greeley and Denver and blocks 86 cubic feet per second of water flow toward the Platte. The Thomas ditch priority dates to 1865 and the decision emphasizes beneficial use over mere continuance of an old priority. Notice of appeal filed. 100000 acres impacted. 46 witnesses testified. Joseph C Ewing of Greeley led the plaintiff case.
It cost Mone Peterson $227.56 in Justice Pressly's court to learn he could not dispose of mortgaged property. The case traces Peterson mortgaging a horse to John P. King for $160, selling the animal, and his claim of permission to sell. He later moved to New Mexico, returned to Greeley at his own expense, and faced high costs that equaled the horse's price.
At a regular meeting theKnights of Pythias lodge held its annual installation of officers. The lodge, with 227 members, reported a prosperous condition. New officers named include F E B Boynton as C C Ed Levagood as V C D W Wood as prelate Mose Stone M W C B Short M A C J Yardiey M C F C B Clark K of R and &, J Henry Couture M B Horace Miles J G Emil Hearduie C G and Dr W W Harmer trustee.
At a Monday church board meeting a committee was formed to pursue purchasing a new pipe organ for four thousand dollars, with three thousand two hundred already pledged. Plans will be set after revival services begin next Sunday. The music committee members J S Grable S F Martin Ragh plus Rev R A Chase Edwin Starkey and H A Russell serve on the panel.
Rev and Mrs R A Chase hosted New Year open house at the parsonage with about seventy guests despite severe weather. They were assisted by church ladies Mrs H A Russell Mrs C O Russell Mrs W H Parr and Mrs C D Neill.
Advertise your livestock and poultry in The Tribune to reach thousands of readers daily. Five cents per line per issue or 25 cents per line per week. six words per line, three or four line ads often pay for themselves several times over.
George Finn, motorman on the Union Pacific motor car between Greeley and Sterling, nearly froze to death after staying at his post Sunday night as temperatures fell below zero. He barely stopped the car, collapsed into a faint, and required hours of medical care. Doctors warn several fingers may need amputation.
A Greeley man visited Denver liquor houses before Christmas and obtained multiple free samples by presenting a false plan to restock his cellar. He admitted using the scam while passing as a local from Greeley, collecting drinks at several outlets. The episode ends with the remark that the scheme cannot be repeated by another Greeley resident.
Greeley high school meets Agricultural College next Saturday at the armory. The squad, led by forwards Eaton Sawyer Padgett and guards H Balch Turner M Balch with Gladstone center, aims to win after a 1–1 start this season. Schedule includes games at Ault and Cheyenne and home matches through February. Mrs. Lillian Pierson spent New Year’s in Denver.
Creditors of the Denver Reservoir and Irrigation company plan a meeting in Denver to discuss a compromise that would adjust nearly two million dollars in claims and make French capital available for completion of the project. A committee returned from France reporting nearly one million dollars arranged for construction, not old debts, with total needs near five million and a potential $650,000 shortfall to finish. The Henrylyn project relies on Standley lake water and has agreed to pay $1,000,000 of its bonds, linking its fate to this settlement.
The report shows 14 below zero in Dearing last night with 6:20 am reading at ten below. Forecaster warns no immediate improvement in sight as temperatures dipped further and the cold persisted.
Frank Clifford traveled to Denver for a two day dual meet at a college. He aimed to showcase skill in the competition and secure a strong result across events.
John Davis and John McCunniff came back Sunday after a ten day stay in La Jara, marking the end of their excursion.
Mrs. Margaret Truby with her son Tracy Truby and Miss Laura Cameron leave on Wednesday for California where they will spend several months.
Word reached relatives that Frank Gerritt of Milwaukee, seriously injured when crushed in an elevator this fall, has recovered enough to drive about town. His life was at times despaired of during his recovery.
Troubles plague Island Grove park skating pond project. Cold snap froze the water pump and a small supply line. neighbors fear the ground is too porous to hold water. Some suggest feeding the pond from the river via the old ditch, but season and logistics hinder progress.
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