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Newspaper
Greeley Tribune
Location
Greeley, Colorado, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1906
Page
2
The Greeley Tribune, founded in 1870 by N Co Meeker, billed as The Paper with the Big Subscription List, reflects its long running local newspaper heritage and prominent readership.
Two recent trade trips that visited Greeley and northern Colorado drew about two hundred active local business leaders. The tours showcased the region’s stable resources, reliable agriculture, and favorable conditions, promising strong wholesale interest and good treatment for trustworthy merchants.
Visitors from Denver and Kansas City encountered the local economy and resources, noting money is steady here and goods carry moderate risk. Denver guests understood the scene while Kansas City travelers, unfamiliar with the area, left with a clearer view after a brief visit.
The piece argues residents should patronize local shops rather than traveling to Denver for goods. It notes that Greeley merchants frequently shop elsewhere, harming the town’s economic growth and suggesting at least a twenty five percent potential increase in business if money stays in the community.
A speaker argues local merchants overprice goods from out of town and urges a trade at home association. He contends Denver houses can be undercut by Greeley merchants, urging universal participation to shift buying locally and boost town commerce.
A Tribune notice from Denver reports Judge McCall admonishing the United States Home company for deceptive practices aimed at unwary investors in Greeley and northern Colorado towns. The column warns readers to avoid such schemes, comparing them to wildcat mining and urging consultation with reputable real estate professionals or the Tribune office for verification.
The Tyrolean Alpine singers from Zillerthal Tyrol performed in their native dialect in Greeley last Thursday. Their voices showed years of training with wide range and power, though suited to outdoor singing. The performers wore mauve costumes and appeared as simple peasant girls, delivering a night of pleasure in a too small venue.
J B Massey of 3322 Clinton Street Minneapolis Minnesota suffered sciatica for over twenty years. A single application of Chamberlain's Pain Balm relieved pain and allowed sleep. Less than one bottle cured him permanently. 25 cent bottle offered by all druggists.
The Ahistrand Mercantile company formed by J. S. Johnson and C. T. Ahlstrand will operate Meyers Grocery. Both founders hail from Illinois, with Ahlstrand set to manage the venture and Johnson previously owner of J. S. Johnson Jewelry in the Coronado building in Greeley. Johnson has been in Greeley since March 1. Druggists offer a cold remedy with a money back guarantee if it fails to cure. ER. W. GROVE’S signature appears on each box.
The Great Western Railway plans to raise capital by 1.4 million dollars and extend its beet sugar line in northern Colorado. The first project links Liberty to Longmont, five and a half miles, with more lines planned. Amended incorporation increases capital from 600 thousand to 2 million. Extension aims to connect with Burlington and the Longmont sugar factory, with terminals purchased after negotiation. President Chester S. Morey seeks a system touching all sugar-beet supply areas.
Senator Teller criticized rapid irrigation legislation as the senate considered a house bill on land subdivision under the reclamation act. He urged sending the bill to the irrigation committee for thorough review and input from opponents, warning West stakes could rise without proper examination. The measure was referred to the committee on irrigation.
A Longmont reader and others report quick relief from kidney distress after using Doan's Kidney Pills. The testimonial cites two years of trouble before treatment and urges consultations at H Reynolds & Co. drug store. Doan's is promoted by Foster Milburn Co. as the U S sole agents, price 50 cents.
Thanks are extended by D. J. Blake R. L. Blake L. O. Blake D. O. Blake Mrs. Mary M. Carriott Delia Raybourn Mrs. L Metzger Mrs. A Wolfe for flowers and help during illness and death of their mother. Notices mailed from Chicago to New Haven and return drafts dated June 2 3 4 and 6. Nickel Plate office Denver Colorado for details.
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