Valley of the Po and Colorado prospects for immigrants
The piece reviews Medill’s Po valley irrigation claims and then argues Colorado should focus on stock growing rather than broad farming. It cautions water limits, vast grazing lands around Greeley, and limited opportunities for large-scale manufacturing or land grants. It urges prospective settlers to come for ranching over farming.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Valley OF Thre Po
Joseph Medill
Chicago Tribune
Europe
Valley of the Po
China
Italy
Mississippi Valley
Mr. Medill
Egypt
Colorado
Rome
Alps
Rocky Mountains
The
Medill
Valley of the
Coluaims
Greeley
Union Colony
United States
Kansas
Trees, Shade, and Irrigation for Valley Crops
A discussion urges planting trees widely to improve crops in arid valleys. Advocates note shade boosts strawberry yields and water-scarce soils, citing box elder as ideal. The piece links tree planting to broader reflections on Virgil, Dante, and the rise of modern commerce and science in irrigated Italy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Medill
Eldridge
Cust
Virgil
Boccaccio
Dante
Tasso
Ariosto
Italy
Territorial Politics Sparks Colorado Republican Drama
A July meeting of the Republican Central Committee followed a Golden gathering of politicians amid hints of campaign actions. Key figures present include Acting Governor Jenkins, W M Clarke, A D Cheever, Michael Lander, O A Henry, District Attorney Carr, M Oratwood, C C Clark, and J T Boyd. The piece argues the party faces a major fall defeat and a realignment, criticizing national tactics and calling for accountability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Republican Central Committee
Golden
Jenkins
W. M. Clarke
Georgetown
Legislative Council
A. D. Cheever
Denver
Michael" Lander
O. A. Henry
Boulder
Carr
Longmont
M. Oratwod
Central
C.C. Clark
J T. Boyd
McCook
Washington
Senate
National
Colorado
Chaffee Sioultte
Repubican
Thas
Grant
Republican Party
Bin
Chattee
Republican
Water discipline and fair allotment stir Delta farmers
The article highlights Colorado water disputes with Denver focus, praising Governor Evans and Secretary Hall. It notes equitable river water sharing on the east side, reports theft of water by a farmer drawing 100 inches, and announces a special Colony Board session to patrol the canal and enforce regulations to ensure fair distribution and curb deceit amid water scarcity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hall
The
Register
Denver Ring
Govs. Meock
Evans
Colorado
Oak Street
Colony Board
Denver Water Plans Stir Local Debate and Cemetery News
The Denver water supply issue dominates local concerns with two canal proposals. the shorter option moves ahead to provide current residents with affordable water, while land irrigation costs may rise. The Delta cemetery project features forty irrigated acres, extensive tree planting, and praise for planning under Mr Buckley. Governor McCook is due in Denver with a large welcoming delegation, and a political editorial targets administration supporters, praising local leadership potential. Mrs. Hill provides a statue design for Dr. Livingston in honor of Sir Noel Paton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denver
Geenley Bere Ue
Hill
Sir Noel Paton
Dr. Livingston
Old and New Debate in Colorado Territory News
The piece discusses Denver leadership, reform, and public enterprises. It defends the men who built railways and banks, questions anti-establishment critics, and praises long service. It cites Capt. Berthoud on potato issues and a Colorado Farmer report on irrigation effects and crop prospects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central Register
Meeker
Denver
Colorado
Rade
Rio Grande
Colurio Central Railway
Denver Pacific
Kansas Pacific
Rocky Mountains
Julesburg
Laramie
Pueblo
Effects of moisture and cultivation on grain germination
The text discusses how moisture in the soil affects seed germination and uneven ripening. It notes that shallow ground may fail to sprout without rain or irrigation, while deeper moisture helps grain rowed in reach uniform depth. Cultivation or drilling improves uniform emergence and timely growth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berthoud
Iolden
Colorado Farmer
Colorado
Clear Creek
Wm. Lee
Lee
Journey from Livermore to Snake River Frontier
Mr. J. Cochran of Livermore describes a four person party’s trek starting May 17 from Laramie City with two wagons and four horses. They follow Bridger Pass to Snake River, halt a week due to high water, then head toward Bear River before Utes block further travel. He notes barren ranges, scattered hay, abundant grasshoppers nurseries, and a hopeful but challenging prairie ecosystem with cattle, sheep, and early frost impacts.
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Laramie
Bridger
Little Laramie
Cooper Creek
Rock River
Medicine Bow
Pass Creek
Cooper's Creek
Bear River
Snake River
Cachela-Poudre
de Platte
Green River
Brown's Hole
Bear
Douglas, Jr
Honees Sill
Rawlings
Cochran
Rawngs
White River Agency
Colorado
Greeniver
Bing
Buffalo Colony letter hopes rail link and growth in Weld County
The writer notes dull times without a railroad drawing immigrants to Colorado and Buffalo, urges patience for development, cites abundant water from the Beaver Colony ditch and canal head, and stresses strong population and stock prospects if a railroad arrives. Dated June 22, 1874 in Buffalo Weld Co Colorado.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greeley Tribune
Colorado
Stirling
Beaver Colony
Buffalo
Platte
Frory, Bufalo, Weld Co
Heifer Sale Figures Standout at New York Mills Event
The 7th Duchess of Oneida died at Woodburn Kentucky about two years ago. The ling heifer sold at New York Mills for 19000 also died at Woodburn. That same event included a heifer selling for 40000 which also died.
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Duchess of
Oneida
New York Mills
Woodburn
Kentucky
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Territorial Politics
Gov. Evans
Elbert
Territorial
Gov. McCook
Mr. Chaffee
Denver World
Busfalo
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