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Newspaper
Greeley Tribune
Location
Greeley, Colorado, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1910
Page
4
Judge James fined the Union Pacific train crew in the Harden Hackley death at Kersey. The case raises major legal questions about speed limits and corporate obligation. The writer argues corporations prioritize money over safety, noting thousands in annual costs to run trains faster than the law permits.
The writer argues that if Colorado had an official recall all listed senators from Boulder Adams Clear Creek the western slope would avoid disgrace through their supposed ties to the Denver machine. They claim an ethical virtue under threat would make them faithful to their constituencies, making a special session unnecessary.
Last week’s heavy frosts in Weld County caused less damage than feared. Potatoes fared better in many districts where vines were nicked, and some gains occurred. Vine crops suffered widespread losses among truck farmers who expect no yield this year.
The piece argues doves face near extinction due to hunting. It cites five thousand doves killed in Weld County since the season opened and urges humane protection. It notes doves control crop pests and laments legislature for not enacting stronger protection.
A farm protests the slaughter of doves arguing the birds are a vital asset to the land and landscape. They condemn the hunter's kill lust as unjustified, urging season openness to protect life and beauty.
A Colorado University law building funded by Mr. Guggenheim was renamed Simon Guggenheim at the insistence of Senator Simon Guggenheim. Critics say the bold inscription taints ideals for students entering the new facility and affronts public perception of the senator.
The Denver delegation, about a quarter of the state's voting strength, faces corporate influence from Evans Hughes Speer. Platform democracy in Denver organizes to contest seats and push for delegates to county and state conventions, aiming to reclaim party principles and curb corporate power.
The piece argues that betrayals of party faith equal treason and accuses the Denver city hall machine of causing regular session failures. It claims such duplicity has long driven factional contests between Denver delegations and undermined party duties.
A Boston Evening Transcript note explains that accepting a foreign title isn’t expatriation but may factor into citizenship status. It cites U S law denying domestic nobility while allowing foreign honors with Congress consent, and contrasts republics like Switzerland France Brazil and the United States on nobility. An American who serves another country as a noble expatriates himself.
Construction progresses on the Weld County Auto company site on 9th street with foundation work starting this week. The new building measures 47 by 186 feet and includes a large hall above. The company reports a capital of $40,000 despite rumors.
Theodore Roosevelt, welcomed in Greeley, Colorado, declares it pleasant to be back in the short grass country and greets crowds including mothers with babies. He warns an omnibus crowd to move forward to avoid danger and waves to the children as the long Denver Cheyenne train passes through.
Mrs C J Burley visited relatives in Hardin on Sunday. Mr and Mrs Paul Darrow celebrate the birth of a daughter. J D Hunter and wife attended a camp meeting in Evars. Mrs George Statler returned from Denver. Miss Bessie Wright of Windsor passed through Greeley en route to Eaton. Mrs G F Clifford spent Sunday in Ault with her brother F R Girardot and wife Nana Wright, who returns tonight after a week in Denver.
Mrs. Amelia Matson visited at the home of Mr and Mrs John Elias on Saturday. Mrs. Elizabeth Banta hosted a family dinner at her aunt Mrs Kate Lambs home on Sunday. Co L Brainard returned from a two month stay in California where he visited his brothers and sisters.
J. Mccune and Floyd Cowell of Memphis Missouri arrived Saturday for a visit with Mr and Mrs J B Jones.
Wilson Turner claimed a record by delivering a four feet long para mp to the Tribune office on Saturday.
Mrs. Ben Brewer comes back to Colorado Springs after a brief visit with her father C. C. Paulson.
Mrs. Sidney Bishop and her three children from Merino stayed with Mr. and Mrs. N. B. Bartholomew over Sunday as guests.
Mr. and Mrs. C. J. Doohan and Mr. and Mrs. E. B. Short spent Sunday visiting friends in the Grow Creek district.
Pleasant Valley farmer Frank Hatch plans to harvest ten acres of early potatoes with an expected net income of 990 dollars. The projection reflects market conditions and field yield for this season.
Mrs Frank O Swanson entertained Saturday evening in honors of Mr and Mrs James Milton of Friend Nebraska who have been visiting area guests. The event featured a social gathering with informal dining and shared stories about the Milton family.
Mrs James Steinhows entertained fifteen guests at a dinner for their daughter and enjoyed by all. Miss Edith Gale returned Saturday from Denver after visiting her sister Dr M J Gale.
Mr. and Mrs. F. M. Smith and Mr. Smith's mother Mrs. M. E. Hoteling depart for Grand Junction to establish residence there.
Desmond Byrne of the London Times collects data on irrigation projects and farming methods for a special article. Mr and Mrs Charles Oleson visited from Denver on Saturday for a short visit with Mr and Mrs William G Sanders. They returned today and Sanders then went to Denver. Oleson, Sanders, and Mrs Sanders traveled by auto while Mrs Sanders and the baby took the train.
Wilson Smiley of Eaton won a $400 scholarship, the top award among ten Marvard medical students last May. He used the funds for a summer farming venture with his brother, buying the Harry Shay crop and earning enough to continue his college course.
James Curnyn known as Old Jimmie, longtime railway watchman in Greeley, died Sunday in Jersey City after years at his post. He refused pension, kept the station lamp lit, and tended flowers at his box. He once held a high railroad position despite age and feebleness.
Mr. and Mrs. William H. Morrison and Mrs. Josie Francis of Chicago, guests of Mr. and Mrs. A. W. Morrison, left today to return home after a three week stay.
R. L. Clayton came back Sunday from a two day stay in Denver.
Administratrix E Shepard of the George L Shepard estate announces a court appearance before Weld County Court in Greeley on September 19 1910 at 10 a m to present claims for adjustment. All creditors and interested parties must attend and settle amounts due. Dated Greeley August 1 1910 Nixon Mann Attorneys first publication August 11 1910 last publication September 1 1910
Jim Homans suffered severe bruises after his wagon overturned when frightened horses pulled him from his home route north of town. Romana, who had returned from a trip to a brother’s ranch for apples, was pinned under the wagon but the team was halted before serious harm.
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