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Newspaper
Greeley Tribune
Location
Greeley, Colorado, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1905
Page
4
The Tribune documents its founding in 1870 by N M Meeker and notes it is a paper with a large subscription list. It states telephones and long distance services, a 1904 print run of 2,225 copies, and that the press room circulation books and subscription lists are open to advertiser inspection.
Colorado rapidly diversifies beyond mining as irrigation boosts sugar beet farming. Six years ago no crop value. last year surpasses 6 million dollars with yields expected to rise. Regions around Grand Junction Eaton Fort Collins Greeley Longmont Sterling Loveland New Windsor report strong promise.
The Tribune undertakes turning the depot waste plot between Eighth and Ninth into a small park. It will feature trees on the west edge and a central flower bed on velvet green, improving the city’s view to travelers. Costs are to be covered largely by the Tribune with help from the Colorado & Southern railroad and an August excursion, aiming to start this fall and ready by spring.
The passage accuses Colorado Telephone of acquiring the Independent system at Greeley and Morgan county plant, framing it as graft to secure franchises and build lines for sale to Bell. It frames critics as fellows seeking another franchise from Greeley and links consolidation with bribery-like motives.
Readers critique a proposed utility franchise, accusing Spear Ramsay and Hill of pursuing personal gain while harming the Bell system. They question ownership stakes and warn the public they may be exploited if the plan advances. The letter cites past dealings with a Greeley plant and alleges graft connections.
The council refuses to saddle a third phone network on businessmen without fixed return and strict limits. They seek a $0.00 annual tax and preserve the present independent system, arguing one company suffices for residents and farmers. The piece defends careful restrictions and criticizes promoters led by Spear Ramsay and Hill.
Debate centers on an eight year Bell company franchise for Greeley and the prospect of independent systems. Proponents call 400 a fair price and prefer lower rates with city option to buy out later. Critics warn the new company fears restrictions that would curb graft and competition, urging written guarantees. Selah.
Spear leaves the Greeley Independent Telephone company with a profit, claiming Bell controls it. He questions why a second independent firm is needed if Bell owns the venture and who pays the public costs.
The text reveals Weber may receive a block of telephone stock if a new company forms, despite his affidavit. It notes his aggressive attacks on businessmen and aldermen opposing a third company, hinting at political business maneuvering.
Ad copy claims a one day cure for colds using Laxative Bromo Quinine tablets. Refund offered if not effective. Box bears E W Groves signature. Price 25 cents.
Public notice touts Doan's Kidney Pills with a Denver grocer Be Stiles testifying to relief from kidney pain after use. It cites repeated inquiries from friends and urges readers to visit H Reynolds & Co. for samples and reports. Foster Milburn Co. of Buffalo is named as U.S. sole agents.
The Colorado Telephone Co explains 5 cent local toll charges apply even if no particular person is reached. If a call targets a specific person and is answered, a charge applies whether or not the conversation happens. Give your name to the operator when making a toll call.
A frugal note urges saving and smart buying, citing that saving a dollar saves ten dollars in value over time. It compares personal economy to practical buying like seeds for a garden and to having Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy on hand to avoid medical costs. For sale by all druggists.
A special stockholders meeting will be held at the bank parlor on Tuesday August 1 1905 at 2 p.m. to consider increasing capital from 50000 to 100000. Asa Sterling president and J M B Petrikin cashier announce the plan.
The notice advertises a Denver and return fare of $1.50 every Sunday through September 1st, issued by Union Pacific.
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