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Newspaper
Greeley Tribune
Location
Greeley, Colorado, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1904
Page
4
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State. For Congressman at Large John F. Shafroth Denver. For Sheriff A J Elliott. For Treasurer E J Decker. For Superintendent of Schools J E Snook. For Commissioner District No 1 S A Bradfield. For Commissioner District No 3 L C Vanderlip. For Justice of the Peace Precinct No 7 H T West. For Constable Will A Hopkins.
A spot ten miles southeast of Greeley reveals fourteen solid farm dwellings with outbuildings built by W. R. Adams, the candidate seeking reelection as county clerk. From that vantage, the Little appears in view.
A Tribune editorial condemns a 50 to 100 dollar city appropriation for a Denver based publication Progress of the West noting only three issues printed. The piece brands the venture as wasteful compared with established papers and argues such bush whacker publications fail due to lack of subscribers and legitimacy.
The piece profiles Mr. Adams, builder of a Thompson reservoir and advocate for independent candidacy, against Churchill loyalist Charles Davis. It lauds Adams for economic gains, improved county clerk services, and tax rolls while criticizing Progress of the West and urging voters to consider county leadership, tax impact, and candidate records.
The Denver Republican Party nominated Judge Ben Lindsey on merit to succeed himself as county judge, countering Weld County Democrats who support W R Adams for county clerk and James Stanton for representative. Democrats may also back Lindsey in Denver, making him a candidate of the people.
A survey by independents reports widespread disgust with Statler Southard and Wyite and an urge to vote against Churchill’s nominees. In Greeley alone 300 to 400 Republicans are expected to oppose the Churchill ticket, aiming to cripple the machine and restore political cleanliness.
The Tribune faces accusations of campaign lies about Churchill and opposition to Weld county political influence. It asks readers to consider the number of honest Republicans opposing Churchill and the county ticket, including stalwarts like A. Eaton, Thomas Stimson, Calvin Randolph, and W. P. Wasley, who are not office seekers.
A compact, period tone critique traces soreheads from Plymouth pilgrims to signers of the Declaration and Jesus Christ, noting intolerance and corruption and ending with a jab at deportation of dissenters.
The article urges thorough cleaning of closets and filth in town to reduce typhoid and sickness. It calls for mandatory sewer connections where available and, where absent, for cleaning closets, using quicklime, and keeping areas dark to deter flies.
The Platteville postmaster James Stanton earns 55 a month from fees and rents. He pays a deputy 40, provides a building valued at least 7, and spends 3 on fuel and light. The small totals invite political argument about the postmaster's compensation.
Sharon Atkinson and C. L. Bailey, tax paid state officials, spend a month in Greeley for the party’s benefit. Appointed by Republicans, the state funds their salaries while they assist Churchill. No evidence of salary loss while away from duties.
The Tribune notes Fred Williams would receive the under-sheriff job if Ben Florance wins the sheriff election. It accuses Williams of being a longtime Democratic traitor and questions his loyalty to the party.
A Republican headquarters report claimed Senator Clayton opposed the eight hour law in the fourteenth general assembly, but the record shows he supported the bill and voted for its passage.
Report says state house is largely empty as Republican deputies and staff stay home to organize for the ticket. Despite light attendance, salary checks remain as large as ever, underscoring steady pay amid political Labor.
The Sun quotes Charles Davis taking a seat in the legislature and beginning to act for the taxpayers. It notes typographical errors in the Sun’s wording and clarifies the intended meaning that he commenced to act for taxpayers.
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