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Newspaper

Greeley Tribune

Location

Greeley, Colorado, United States of America

Date

May 23, 1912

Page

6

Greeley High School holds 12th commencement events

The 35 member class of Greeley High School will begin with a Friday May 24 junior banquet at the Camfield hotel, followed by class day May 28 in the high school auditorium and commencement May 29 in the Baptist church. Dr Harrop of Denver University to give the address. Class colors are red and black. Officers are Leslie Tuck president Esther Harrison vice president Robert Candlin secretary treasurer. Members include Grace Hall Arthur Forward Grace Ellis Peter Neuswanger Jerome Bunker Robert Painter June Sawyer Meryl Harper Doris Brown Starr William Neal Caddie Klein Louise Dauth Stella Hellyer Frank Bishop Mary Park Harry Balch Mildred Starr Thomas Fay Elizabeth Rowe Esther Harrison Edwene Clough Edna Camfield Charles Plumb Herbert Aspinwall Fanny Forward Kathryn Gleasman John Insinger Mary Estabrook Bernice MacLeod Robert Candlin Ethel Ingle Mary Walter.

Greeley High School Camfield F. J. Estabrook Congregational Church Baptist Church Harrop Denver University Leslie Tuck Esther Harrison Robert Candlin Grace Emily Hall D. Arthur Forward Grace Irene Ellis Peter C. Neuswanger Jerome V. Bunker Robert V. Painter Leslie J. Tuck June Margaret Sawyer J. Meryl Harper Doris Owens Brown William I. Neal Caddie L. Klein Louise

Memorial Day Program Announced for Alan Grove Cemetery

Col C A White will deliver the Decoration day address at Alan Grove cemetery. Prof Theo Fitz will lead the music. G A R and W R C members meet at city hall at 9 o clock to be driven to the cemetery for a full forenoon of ceremonies and graveside decoration. Memorial Sunday services will be held at the Methodist church with Rev Ayres of Denver speaking at 10 45 AM.

Col C. A. White Alan Grove Theo Fitz Greeley Methodist Church Mr. Ayres Denver

County Roads Dragged Across County No 2 District

County Commissioner Levis reports extensive road dragging across Weld County No 2 after recent rains, with 18 drags in his district. The program started small, gained farmer support, and aims for a systematic, cost effective road improvement plan countywide.

Levis Lev

Better Mail Service Here May Come From Denver

Greeley could gain improved morning mail if post office inspectors’ recommendations are adopted. For months Denver mail carried by Union Pacific has often arrived late. While northern Colorado towns have early service, Greeley residents wait until about noon for morning papers and mail. Commercial club directors pressed the issue and an inspector was sent to investigate. his report is now in.

Greeley Denver Union Pacific Colorado Commercial Club

Morning mail to Greeley via Denver and Laramie motors

Fragmentary line indicates morning mail service to Greeley routed through Denver and Laramie motors. No clear entities or dates.

Greeley Denver Laramie Motors Lee

Many Friends Pay Tribute to R. D. Kelley

Richard D. Kelley funeral services were held at Trinity Episcopal church with Rev. Bowell officiating. Mrs. J. M. B. Petrikin sang and the Trinity choir performed two selections. Attendees included many friends from out of town and representatives from the Greeley club and local newspapers. The body was cremated in Denver and ashes brought to Greeley in a bronze urn. Honorary pallbearers were William Mayher, C. H. Wheeler, H. N. Haynes, M. B. Williams, Jesse Gale, and Col. C. A. White.

Reds Fall to LaSalle in Weld County League Debut

LaSalle defeated the Greeley Reds 11 to 6 on the local diamond as Greeley played short handed with Gadbois Lu man and Hall out of the field. Hathaway allowed LaSalle ace Gormley to strike out 19. Windsor travels to LaSalle on Sunday for the Weld County league opener amid a rain-affected schedule.

LaSalle Greeley Reds Greeley Gadbois Luman Hall Hathaway Gormley Windsor

Delivery System Success in Greeley Takes Root

A central delivery system adopted by most Greeley grocery and meat dealers has been declared a success. Eight teams cover city districts from a single building at Sixth Avenue and Eight Street. More teams will be added as business grows, delivering groceries and meats to homes in sanitary wire baskets for timely, orderly service.

Greeley Sixth Avenue Eight Street

Mayor Balfour Near Injury After Horse Incident

Evans May 17. Mayor E W Balfour had a narrow escape when unhorsing the Restive horse of Cashier Price broke loose and smashed the carriage. He sustained bruises but was not seriously hurt. Price later traded the horse for a quieter animal.

Dr. Hughes of Greecy

Granddaughter for Loveland couple and Grandpa Briggs

A Loveland telephone report announced the birth of a daughter to Mr and Mrs Carl Gooch. George Briggs the local merchant becomes a grandfather with the arrival. The new mother is reported well and Mrs Briggs visited Loveland to see the baby.

Grandpa LaSalle Loveland Carl Gooch George Briggs George

Senior class selects The Countess Cathleen as annual play

The seniors at State Teachers College will present The Countess Cathleen by William Butler Yeats at Sterling Theatre on May 27. The four act drama, Irish folk lore, centers on a beautiful woman during famine with strong roles and vivid stage effects. Miss Frances Tobey directs for an artistic production.

Countess Cathleen William Butler Yeats State Teachers College Sterling Theatre Ireland Lady Gregory John M. Synge Frances Tobey

Ault Pupils Present Two School Plays at Armory

Ault May 16 The annual school entertainment drew 200 pupils and as many spectators. The third to seventh graders performed Princess Chrysanthemum and eighth graders presented The Officer. Admission was free with proceeds $6.75 for the library. Fort Lupton plans armory construction at $8,000 with bids to be awarded soon and work to start after final decision.

Ault Ault Public Schools Armory Princess Chrysanthem Sebrary Fort Lupton May O. EB. Frink

Visiting Old Friends LaSalle May 18

Old friends gather in Evans city Thursday as Roy Ixby, once the part of a 30 year old choir leader, revisits LaSalle after long absence. The visit brings back memories of a wild time and many familiar faces among the remaining comrades.

LaSalle Roy Ixby Dictore Fm Evans Evan Samy

Good Price for Mat LaBalle and Wheat Shipment

A buyer notes a favorable price for Mat LaBalle on May 15 and mentions a shipment of wheat held since fall. The consignor expects a solid return, with a past sale yielding $1.65 per unit and a recent shipment valued near $500.

Seniors Win Meet at College High School Field

The annual field and track meet held Thursday on the college high school athletic field saw the seniors win with 102 points, freshmen second, juniors third. Individual honors went to Adams, Carter, Stein, Herring, Morrison, and Fitzmorris with top times and distances across 100 yard dash, mile, hurdles, shot put, half mile, discus, and relays.

College Athletic Field College High School Adams Carter Stein Herring Gore Morrison Fitzmorris Varvel Billings Kyle Neel Kindred Johnson Speers Kyle Speers Braiden Kyle Next Kidder

Pleasant Valley School Closes With Picnic and Awards

Pleasant Valley pupils, parents, and teachers held a Friday picnic at the school grounds. A 7 to 4 baseball win by Peter Brown school followed a fine dinner. Principal Jesse Shaw resigns for special work at Teachers College. Mrs. Shaw re elected. Graduates include Walter Bilsborough, Elmer Bliss, Mark Bliss, Dewey Darling, and others.

Pleasant Valley School Peter Brown Jesse Shaw Teachers College Mary S. Shaw G. H. Bradfield W.C. Thomas Greenley Teachers College High Walter Bilsborough Elmer Bliss Mark Bliss Dewey Darling Stela Hatch Mabel Hopkins Donald Hill Lillian Laughbry Elsie

Cupid Working Over Sunday in La Salle Wedding

Edward W. Axman assistant baggage master at LaSalle Union Pacific depot married Miss Jane Bently recently of Loveland at the Christian church in La Salle. Only the bride’s mother and a few relatives witnessed the ceremony. The couple will reside in La Salle and begin housekeeping tomorrow.

LaSalle Edward W. Axman LaSalle Union Pacific Jane Bently Loveland J. L. Thompson The Christian Church John Bently Arthur McClintock Leiniger Bentleys Axman la Salle

Odd Fellows Lay Walk at Platteville Event

May 18 in Platteville the I O O F lodge and friends laid 265 feet of cement sidewalk at the lodge lot. After strenuous morning work 50 members and helpers dined at the I O O F ball served by the Daughters of Rebekah. Work finished late afternoon showing community cooperation.

Odd Fellows Platteville I. O. O. F. Lodge Rebekah

More Pensions for War Vets

Adjutant C H Dunn of U S Grant Post No 13 G A R will prepare pension increase forms under the new law passed by Congress. Congressman A W Rucker says he has sent lines and instructions to the adjutant and will file claims if needed. Increases take effect from the filing date. Ault News: a daughter born May 16 to Mr and Mrs Otto Poland May 18.

C. H. Dunn U. S. Grant Post Congress A. W.rucker The Tribune Pension Bureau Commissioner of Pensions Ault Ault Otto Poland

Mrs. Mary McElroy Dies. Early Greeley Colonist

Mrs. Mary McElroy, longtime resident of Greeley and Union colonist, died Sunday night at her home near Greeley after a prolonged illness. Born in Red Oak Ohio, she came to Greeley with her husband in 1870 and would have been 70 this summer. Survived by son O M McElroy and daughter Miss Katherine McElroy, funeral at United Presbyterian Church Tuesday at 10.00 AM.

Mary McElroy Greeley McElroy Mrs. McElroy Red Oak

LaSalle 10th grade commencement at Presbyterian church

LaSalle May 17. The tenth grade commencement exercises will be held tonight at the Presbyterian church. Dr I E Miller of the State Teachers college will deliver the address and James Beattie will present diplomas. Class members are Agnes Briggs Anna Smith and ith Cline. Eighth grade diplomas also will be awarded to Rose New Mary Lamma Hazel Lyman Vera Todd Emma Cheek Lloyd McKinney Ruth Davis Mary Walker Frances Walker Blanche Rogers Edwin McKinney.

LaSalle Presbyterian Church I. E. Miller State Teachers’ College James Beattie Agnes Briggs Anna Smith Ith Cline Rose New Mary Lamma Hazel Lyman Vera Todd Emma Cheek Lloyd McKinney Ruth Davis Mary Walker Frances Walker Blanche Rogers Edwin McKinney

Big Scores Across County Games In May

Platteville defeats Eaton 26 to 1 with 20 strikeouts by Doykendahl. LaSalle beats Windsor 14 to 3 in Weld County league opener. Windsor eighth graders lose to Timnath 13 to none. Greeley Giants trounce Lucerne 25 to 7. Platteville slated to host Eaton next Sunday. Eaton vs Platteville anticipated close.

Platteville Eaton Doykendahl Hudson LaSalle Windsor Giants Lucerne Greeley Giants Platteville Platteville

Lasalle Sid Report Summary

A fragmented OCR text references Lasalle, Pacific service, and a railroad topic amid unclear names such as John MeM and James. It mentions an inspector or visor role and vague ties to the Pacific and Colorado regions with mentions of a board and approvals. The readable portion lacks a clear event or outcome.

Salle John James de Pacific Flar

European Art Exhibit Draws Mixed Interest Abroad

The art department at Achors College hosted a European art exhibit promoted by Richard Ernest, featuring works from German artists. An international audience attended. several regions in the United States, including Oswego and Somerset, benefited from the display while others were offered free space. The event, tied to a controversial push, drew both acclaim and critique for its content.

Achors College Congress Os Pictrado Dresden Richard Ernest Lewe Yestel International Quest United Oswego Prin Gove

Evans area teachers face unclear reforms and delays

Fragmentary text suggests discussion of Evans public school teachers and district actions. Mentions names such as Baldwin Greeley and Johnston, references to classes, rents, and district attorney input, but details are obscured by OCR. The readable items imply a local school issue with staff and potential policy changes.

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Mbulmct Kathryn Lillian Gleasman John Insinger Mary Evelyn Estabrook Bernice MacLeod Robert K. Candlin Ethel Mae Ingle Mary Elizabeth Walter As. C. A. White R. D. Kelley Episcopal Church East Balfour Milliken H. B. Crawford J. F. Messick Pleasant Valley Cupid Annunciation Weaver Island Grove Lasalle Sid Repory Indepen Pac Visa War Board Europe Afte Art Exhi Pour Prof Ernest Send OS Evans Chan Anders Ton Anders Miss Baal Baldwin Forces Greeley Wi Johnsto’ Dreds Floy Alberthardt
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