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Newspaper
Greeley Tribune
Location
Greeley, Colorado, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1912
Page
2
The Greeley Tribune announces publishing leadership with Wolfe serving as manager, signaling continued production and distribution through the Printing Company. The notice underscores operational oversight and ongoing newspaper operations under the described management.
A Weld County editorial chides candidates to kiss babies and pass out cigars while mockingly commenting on local politics. It notes potential auto club impact on roads, jokes about authorities, party dynamics, and upcoming election activity with skeptical, humorous tone.
Agitation among Greeley women over the coming election questions nominating a woman for Weld county superintendent of schools. Voters may favor the candidate over party, arguing a woman could improve school oversight and bring helpful comparisons for future guidance.
The article notes that El Paso Pueblo and other Colorado counties already employ women as county superintendents and asks Weld County to consider the change. It argues geography and travel are challenges but cites records showing women meet high standards, comparing to a famous soap claiming perfection.
The county republican central committee meeting last Saturday saw progressives, two thirds of county GOP voters, gagged and shut out while Big Mac and the Guggenheim-Evans faction ruled. Delegates protested as suppression and one man power dominated proceedings, setting the stage for primaries where voters can respond and a third party gains momentum in Colorado.
The piece argues the United States Senate reversed its Lorimer trial findings and expelled the senator by a two to one vote. It questions what prompted the change, suggesting public pressure and fear of constituent retribution influenced the Senate to yield on the issue and support a direct election amendment by submitting it to the states.
A historic editorial laments judiciary and congress failing to back reform, urging recall and greater public power. It argues the people will soon rule, with citizens proclaiming they are part of a 400 million strong government. The piece warns of court entrenchment and corporate influence.
Platteville July 15. Har old Egner and Norah Travis wed yesterday at Catholic church. Upon arriving in Denver last night the union depot was one foot under water. Egner carried his bride on his back through two feet of water to a street car, then they planned a honeymoon trip to Colorado Springs. Egner works in a local livery stable.
Newly married Arthur Jinkins and Margaret Farmer of Manzanola were serenaded by the Maton band after their wedding at O D Hardsock's home. Rev Tyre officiated yesterday, they stayed with the Hardsocks, and left this morning for the Jinkins ranch near Rocky Ford.
A dog that bit the children of W. G. Drummond and George Yeagy in Kersey was released by Marshal Fisch after a week of watching for rabies signs. The animal had been teased, and in self defense it bit the youngsters.
Erie notes Bis cuit day dates with preparations for September 4 events. James Brennan chairs a finance committee to sell subscriptions, expects donations from the tour, and a strong racing program at the Oval. W Olin leads the executive panel backing a big celebration with generous visitor support. Mr. and Mrs. Robbins depart for Betes ESE for a two week stay.
The new primary election law replaces nominating conventions with party assemblies. delegates are chosen at precinct caucuses, then votes determine which candidates appear on the primary ballot. Low may win as petitioners can also place candidates, and cross party ballot substitutions are forbidden.
Twenty seven travelers piled from six autos after a trip to the Forks Hotel on Thompson. A cloudburst near Loveland delayed their return to Kersey, arriving around 10 pm. The party included Charles Gardner and others. In a separate incident at Kersey a lightning bolt struck a chimney during supper, showers of ash fell but the Hammons family and three children were unharmed. little damage to the house observed.
Miliken will have a flour mill as the Royal Milling and Elevating company decided at a last night meeting to proceed with erection. Directors elected include George Hodgson as president and John Wailes, Sam Wailes, C. M. Barber, Mr. Roberts, and George Sylvester. Work is expected to start within two weeks.
Grandma Shrieve aged 84 died shortly after a faint paralysis in her right arm struck while she talked with granddaughter Mrs. James Burt in Eaton. Husband died six months ago. They moved to Eaton twenty years ago with six children. Survived by Joseph Shrieve Caldwell Ida and John Shrieve Delta and four daughters. Funeral plans not announced.
Windsor holds a lead in Weld county league as they prepare to face fast Loveland at home. Poor will pitch for Windsor while Kirk handles catching duties behind the plate. LaSalle trails in games played, affecting standings for the local circuit.
July 15 Ames Erickson longtime homesteader completes drilling the eighth well on Miss Grace Walker s claim at Wyndmoor Seven wells serve irrigation and range in depth from 30 to 40 feet with water within nine feet of the surface The domestic well extends to 133 feet with 30 feet of water in it.
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In Fort Morgan on July 15, Roosevelt progressives who command the majority in Morgan County are barred from the county convention and primaries by the county central committee led by Taft followers. The committee requires precinct chairs to exclude non supporters of the Chicago convention platform and nominees from voting. The Roosevelt Republicans announce a third ticket and claim 75 percent of the Republican vote. Mr and Mrs Rea, guests of Mr and Mrs Fred Orman, return to Pueblo.
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