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Newspaper
Greeley Tribune
Location
Greeley, Colorado, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1912
Page
1
Reported result shows Parker defeating William Jen by 9 to 5 10 in a tense preliminary vote. Conservative and progressive factions clash as Clark’s prospects brighten amid Wilton’s defeat. Suffrage factions crowd streets while Magers threaten action at the convention.
Neola McConnell lectured on Does It Pay? and Everett Kemp spoke at the chautauqua program. George H. Bradford and Mr Kemp were listed for the event with Sibyl Sammis Mac delivering songs and Belle Kearney among guests.
The event features a prominent female lecturer described as a leading figure in the country. An illustrated lecture and entertainment by the Raches, natives of New Zealand, will conclude the program.
Mrs. F. M. Coffey stepped on a rusty nail while walking from the kitchen to the bedroom. The nail penetrated over an inch into the ball of her right foot. Home remedies were applied including turpentine vinegar and peroxide. She is better today and there is no danger of blood poisoning.
W. H. Winslow urges relief for desert land claims in Colorado and nearby districts. He notes delays and dry years hinder final proof on thousands of claims, risking loss of tax revenue and holding up development. He calls on senators, representatives, and press to push government action and expedite payments.
Council meeting covered routine city matters and a minor incident. A youngster escaped from a smallpox quarantine, fled to Denver, was arrested, fumigated, and will be brought back to explain to the county judge why he did not reveal his location. City projects include paving and widening streets, new crosswalk bids, and sidewalk work under an assessment plan. Town papers and promotional spuds were arranged for Weld County advertising.
Mrs George Luman of Cartdale Kansas will visit Idaho for a stay with her son George Luman, leaving Sunday for the trip.
Miss Nellie Jay age 16, daughter of William Jay, suffered deep burns on hands after using wood alcohol in a gasoline iron. An explosion caused the liquid to spray her arms as she prepared to iron. Sister Mrs. John Krens and Dr. Vance aided her burn treatment. no house damage reported.
Warnings go to dog owners who haven't paid the May 1 license in Greeley. The city reports about 400 in licenses last year and issues its 400th automobile license, marking one car per about 20 residents.
Baltimore dispatch notes Clark's climb in the Democratic convention race as delegates rally for victory. Wilson, Hearst, Mack and McGraw attend, with Bryan guests and the New York delegation pushing for a progressive, electable candidate and a decisive nomination.
George Spear, president of Orchard Farm Sanitarium, says he would not proceed without at least half the bond issue subscribed locally. He suggests first mortgage bonds and local backing, notes a Commercial Club committee plan for a southern sanitarium, and favors building one facility at a time to avoid rivalry. He urges public support for the most practical project.
Greeley’s Gentlemen’s Driving Club plans a July Fourth racing matinee with over 100 local members. Four classes plus Espiere the pacing stallion headline a family friendly event with no betting or profanity, proceeds for track expenses, and clergy invited for complimentary tickets.
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