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Newspaper
Greeley Tribune
Location
Greeley, Colorado, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1905
Page
4
The Greeley Tribune Publishing Co introduces a paper with a large subscription list. Managed by C M H Wolfe, the publication details include telephones and long distance services. It notes mail transmission and second class rates.
The Tribune notes the press room and circulation records are open to any advertiser for inspection at any time while stating a confusing print number for 1904, indicating two thousand two hundred fifty fewer copies than two thousand.
Denver’s last Saturday clean up day prompted broad proclamations from Mayor Speer and a citywide scrubbing by street crews. The piece notes Greeley could adopt a similar citywide spruce up day to spur public enthusiasm and boost cleanliness.
The Colorado State Realty association meets in Colorado Springs June 20 and a strong Greeley delegation is urged to push the convention to return next summer. By hosting hundreds of visitors, mainly real estate men, the city would gain favorable exposure and business prospects. The newly active Commercial club aims to organize for attracting future conventions.
The water works committee of the city council visited Fort Collins last week to investigate reported sources for Greeley’s water supply. The trip yielded no definite results and is unlikely to produce conclusive findings beyond the Poudre River north fork region due to the terrain and pipe line challenges.
The council notes 250000 voters backed a water project this spring but cost estimates of 30k to 850k per mile threaten feasibility. Bias toward Poudre river is questioned as Thompson may prove cheaper, with calls to keep an open mind and spend wisely.
Residents recount two damaging floods in Greeley caused by carelessness at the Number 3 canal spillway on West Fifth Street. The antiquated gates required a ditch rider to operate, amplifying the disaster during heavy rains. Mayor Green pledges immediate investigation and corrective action to prevent further floods.
World renowned flower painter Paul de Longpre creates a painting titled The Three Most Beautiful Roses for the June Woman's Home Companion. The cover image, valued at hundreds of dollars, is offered for ten cents at newsstands or by mail. The publication, praised for beauty and quality, is produced by The Crowell Publishing Company in New York and Chicago.
Reverend King receives requests to preach in the park next Sunday at 3 o clock. It was decided to hold another gospel meeting as last Sabbath. Shade of trees will provide a pleasant place for public worship for an hour. You are invited to attend.
A large crowd gathered at Windsor Lake last Saturday for sports events organized by Vernon McKelvey. The day featured an open air basketball game between Greeley and Normal high school teams, a 100 yard dash won by Stewart Coles, and an exhibition by Charles Camp with moving pictures. Next Saturday hosts Eaton and Windsor high school squads in a dual meet.
A Tribune note recalls F. A. Nims linking strawboard mills to Colorado prospects a quarter century ago. He sought eastern backing after moving to Greeley but found no local market as Denver and nearby towns were small. Renewed interest surfaces last year with a third party visiting the field and deeming the state ideal for a plant.
Geo L Chubb of Harlan Michigan says Chamberlains Cough Remedy is the best cough medicine. It purportedly cures a cough or cold faster than any other treatment and should be kept in every home. For sale by all druggists.
The Tribune Publishing company delivers the most elaborate advertising folder yet for Greeley. It answers nearly every reasonable question about Greeley and nearby areas with extensive information, half-tone illustrations, and a large detailed regional map.
Record of the Past shows Eugene E. Lario of Denver testifying that Doan's Kidney Pills cured his backache and prevented pain after a long period of suffering. The notice invites readers to visit H Reynolds & Co. in Greeley and buy the remedy, 50 cents, Foster Milburn Co. as U. S. agents.
Ticket offer from Union Pacific via Portland to Lewis and Clark exposition and west coast cities Tacoma Seattle Bellingham Victoria and Vancouver. Round trip $40 May 24 to Sept 30 with selective 51 to Portland and return one way through California. Stopovers allowed. Tickets valid up to 90 days but not after Nov 30. Descriptive literature on request. J G Ferguson general agent 941 Seventeenth Street Denver Colo.
A Tennessee woman claims Chamberlain's Pain Balm eases rheumatic pain from head to foot and provides relief that becomes permanent. The ad notes quick relief aids rest and sleep and that it is sold by all druggists.
After this date owners of horses or cows found picketing on streets or sidewalks will be fined as provided by ordinance. Eugene Williams, City Marshal.
One hundred dollar reward for catarrh cure. J Cheney & Co Toledo. Endorsers Walding Kinnan Marvin state F F Cheney is honorable and able to fulfill obligations. Hall's Catarrh Cure taken internally to blood and mucous surfaces. Testimonials free. Price 75 cents per bottle. Sold by all druggists. Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
An advertisement offers a free tea package with every purchase of two pounds or more of Chase & Sanborns coffee priced at 25¢ 55¢ and 40¢ per pack. The offer lists Oolong Ceylon English Breakfast Gunpowder and Japan teas and states 200 packages available.
The article advises maintaining vigorous digestion to ward off old age. It recommends eating age and occupation appropriate foods and using Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets to correct stomach disorders or indigestion. Available at all druggists.
E. G. Steele of Eaton Colorado advertises wholesale prices on car loads of lumber to any railway point, inviting buyers to contact him for bulk supply and delivery arrangements.
Patent medicine advertisement touts PAZOOINTMENT as a guaranteed cure for piles including itching bleeding and protruding cases. It claims a refund if not cured in 6 to 14 days and offers first relief after the initial application. 50 cents, with prepaid mailing from Paris Medicine Co. St. Louis.
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