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Newspaper
Greeley Tribune
Location
Greeley, Colorado, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1907
Page
4
Steps aim to form a company to build an electric railway from Greeley to Denver with a Crow Creek branch. The movement may yield real results and seeks independence from existing rail lines. It emphasizes national benefit and urges encouragement and cooperation for the project.
The article stresses that strong local backing is crucial to successfully selling a bond issue for constructing an electric line. It notes purchasers scrutinize character and sentiment, and that irrigation bond experience shows public attitude greatly influences bond sales. It urges public support to aid the electric road project.
The piece highlights rising lumber costs tied to a government timber supply circular. It notes that past overharvesting, 25 to 50 years ago, is blamed for today’s high prices and comments that the writers have no stake in current prices as they are not building now.
The article argues high lumber prices choke construction. It cites a mysterious Minnesota timber magnate who could buy Rockefeller and still profit, fueling district and state associations that profit at builders' expense, warning a shift from carpenters to tent makers.
Citizens push a Fourth of July celebration tied to a State Commercial association meeting. Aimed at showcasing the new water system, the plan envisions a parade, band concert, fire department drills, reservoir visit, and a formal dedication with minimal cost, using outside licenses to cover fireworks. The event would attract visitors, support local business, and avoid conflicting Harvest Festival plans.
Mountain Pearls and Wisconsin Pearls home grown seed potatoes offered at Rothschild's warehouse for planting season.
The Greeley Tribune plans a fountain inscription dedicated to the pioneers who made Greeley possible. Work on mechanical drawings is awaiting Prof Ernest for the contract, which will be awarded once drawings are complete. The deadline aims for completion before the upcoming meeting to ensure a good appearance.
Notice invites sealed bids for a 25000 dollar issue to fund a city hall in Greeley Colorado with bids opening at 7 30 pm May 21 1907. Bonds dated July 21 1907 run fifteen years with 10 year call and semi annual interest. bids at par with rate not above five percent and may include printing costs. deliver to City Clerk J B Patton with 500 dollar certified check. right to reject bids or sell privately.
Clyde Austin of Greeley was jailed after a justice court in Johnstown charged him with keeping house with a fair damsel while already married in Greeley. He will face a May term district court hearing, following complaints signed by many Johnstown residents.
The Colorado and Southern announces illustrated literature for special ex cursions to Mexico City. Tickets at half rates go on sale April 25 to May 18, June 5 to 15, and June 20 to July 12, valid 90 days with stopovers both directions. T. 3. Pisher CG. FA, Denver. Mrs. J. E. Law of Windsor visited Greeley with sister-in-law Mrs. G. Law and returned to Denver in the evening.
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