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The Greeley Tribune founded in 1870 by N. C. Meeker proclaims its identity as the paper with the big subscription list.
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Newspaper
Greeley Tribune
Location
Greeley, Colorado, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1905
Page
4
The Greeley Tribune founded in 1870 by N. C. Meeker proclaims its identity as the paper with the big subscription list.
The Greeley Tribune describes its publishing details, including issue number, mailing rates, and access to pressroom and circulation lists for advertisers. It notes the 1904 issue count and welcomes inspection of records by advertisers.
Community members urged to join a nonprofit excursion on Thursday May 25 to raise a small fund for summer band concerts in the park. The trip costs $3 round trip and store clerks may join. organizers ask everyone to participate locally and not rely on neighbors while at work.
J P Alexander of Rittman Ohio visited the city and inspected the field for a straw board factory. Negotiations occurred with the Commercial club but local capitalists showed limited interest. If Alexander returns with funds, the project may proceed. otherwise lack of capital is cited as the obstacle, raising questions about local conservatism.
A proposal to invest 50000 more in a straw board enterprise is discussed as beneficial to the town. The partner argues straw board is a proven, profitable business in the East and the ample waste straw here offers high profit margins with cheaper raw material.
A call urges a vibrant Fourth of July celebration in Greeley to boost local life and attract attendees from nearby areas. It credits the Commercial Club for spurring activity and argues business leaders must decide promptly to advertise and organize an inviting town event.
A pleasant reception was hosted last Saturday afternoon by Mrs. A W Jones and her daughter Mrs James Hall Jones at 1120 Eighth Street from 2 to 6 PM. Mesdames Pier Nusbaum Dresser and Cheeseman assisted. On the porch Misses Sanford Scott Edminster Lions served punch to about 100 ladies, with tulips in the parlor and apple blossoms in the dining room. many sent regrets due to a storm.
An antebellum style testimonial notes exposure to cold drafts and wind causing coughs. Mrs. A Barr of Houston Texas reports one bottle cured a very bad cough and finds the syrup pleasant to take. Prices 25 50 and 100 cents, sold by J F Fezer.
Two young thoroughbred Durham bulls offered by Stanley Davis. Dam and lineage not listed. Price not specified. Information suggests farm sale or livestock classifieds in a local paper.
The Greeley Reds beat the Denver Outlaws 17 to 6 in a slugging exhibition last Sunday. Greeley totaled 20 hits led by Bevan with four, Bollinger five, and Captain Graham three. Tann struck out nine in four innings. The Outlaws’ Smith hit a home run, with Lampey Graefe and Fee behind the plate.
J P Alexander of Rittman Ohio visited Greeley to assess strawboard plant prospects. He plans to return and establish a home here, estimating 75000 to 100000 dollars needed plus working capital. He believes local capital can be attracted and suggests a paper box factory could accompany the plant, creating jobs.
D R Brynes of Doversville Texas reports severe bruising kept him on bed for 14 days until Ballard's Snow Liniment provided relief. He recommends it as the best medicine for bruises and notes its prices 25 50 and 1.00 with J F Fezer as the seller.
Prof A B Copeland has been engaged by the Eaton school board to lead its schools. He had been thought retired after leaving Greeley where he bought a farm east of the city and tilled the soil. He will both teach and farm in Traton, accepted on urgent request and not by his own seeking.
R N Andrews editor of Cocoa and Rockledge News Cocoa Florida endorses Herbine as a vegetable remedy that overcomes indigestion dyspepsia and bowel regulation and enriches the blood. He reports personal benefit and recommends it without hesitation. Sold by J F Fezer for 50 cents.
An advertisement cites Eugene B. Lario of Denver and Greeley residents praising Doan’s Kidney Pills for backache and urinary issues. The copy claims long standing testimonials since 1899, urging readers to visit H. Reynolds & Co. drug store and buy at 50 cents. Foster Milburn Co. of Buffalo is named as U.S. agents.
Seven persons were injured when train No 25 on the C and A rail line near Fort Collins derailed after rails spread. The mail clerk A A Rice and Wells Fargo Express messenger L A Skinner were seriously hurt. conductor McMann suffered bruises. four passengers had minor injuries. A note on old age and digestion follows, recommending Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets.
A top baseball day in Windsor saw Eatons vs Windsors in a tight game. Windsor led 3 2 at the end of the top of the ninth and the bottom half was not played as Windsor was ahead. McMillan pitched for Windsor and Hume for Eaton, both delivering solid work before a large crowd. Windsor has not lost this season.
One hundred dollars reward for catarrh cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. F J Cheney & Co Toledo O. Walding Kinnan Margin endorse Cheney after 15 years of business. Cure is taken internally and acts on blood and mucous surfaces. Testimonials free. Price 75 cents per bottle. Sold by all druggists.
An excursion to Windsor Colorado resort is planned for Saturday May 20 1905 by Colorado and Southern leaving Greeley at 235 PM and returning from Windsor at 843 PM for 50 cents round trip There will be a basketball game between Normal School and Greeley High School balloon ascent and parachute jump and new moving pictures shown Picnic tables will be on the grounds.
Advertises wood preservative and oil gas tar at per gallon and by the barrel with pricing options. States availability at the gas works and offers quantity adjustments at proper price.
E. G. Steele at Eaton Colorado offers lower lumber prices promising real savings for local builders and DIY buyers.
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