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Newspaper
Greeley Tribune
Location
Greeley, Colorado, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1909
Page
3
C Ayer, UP right of way man, visited LaSalle to negotiate purchase of land west of the railroad for possible car shops. The move sparked great town excitement as a major property owner was asked to name a price within two weeks, signaling rapid progress toward the project.
The townsfolk of LaSalle discuss a likely relocation of car shops to the area. A Greeley notary noted transactions in a private LaSalle office as rumors that the shops would come gain traction. Local presses from Cheyenne Greeley and Fort Collins had doubted the plan, but now the deal appears increasingly certain, signaling rapid growth for LaSalle beyond its agricultural base.
From Kansas and Nebraska they come to Colorado for work during winter as Weld County opens its doors to hundreds from the Mississippi valley. The speaker urges hospitality and mutual aid while noting new irrigation methods and soil practices the newcomers must learn to farm in this irrigated land.
In Greeley several farmers seek irrigated farms to rent after losing crops in western Kansas. They describe dry farming as viable only with ample rain and warn that eighteen months without rain yields starvation. Colorado’s dry lands received more rainfall this year than Nebraska and Kansas, where irrigation is deemed unnecessary.
Health and Beauty Aid Cosmetics and lotions do not clear complexion. Foyey's Urine Laxative claims to aid indigestion, stomach and liver trouble and constipation. It is advertised as cleansing the system and pleasant to take, sold by all druggists.
A Greeley woman ordered a horse for a daily drive and, after a country excursion, was chased by the town marshal who claimed the outfit belonged to another woman. Explanations cleared the matter when the livery horse was found waiting at the office.
Governor Shafroth announces a special session in early April to enact direct primary law initiative and referendum bank guaranty and direct election of U S senator. He warns the legislature to move quickly or risk prorogation and leaving the public to judge lawmakers.
Ault Sept 11 People in the Olive Branch neighborhood celebrate completion of a bridge across On Creek two miles east of the Olive Branch schoolhouse. The crossing, once unsafe during floods, will ease travel to Pierce as excavations and grading continue nearby.
In Kersey Sept 10 Rubs Estes daughter of Mrs Ida Fistes wed Albert Howe of Sterling in a quiet home ceremony officiated by Rev Delmont Scott. The couple departed by midnight train for Sterling where the groom runs a business. The bride who moved to Kersey two years ago is beloved locally and will be missed.
Rexall Orderlies praised for children and elderly use. Sold by Carson W. Gilberts Rexall Store with money back guarantee. Easy to eat like candy and said not to gripe or purge. Available in 10 and 25 cent sizes.
Rev John Doane at the First Congregational church defended school morality against a Cosmopolitan magazine critique. He cited educators noting better conduct in Greeley schools and said despite less explicit Gospel teaching, education fosters a higher moral consciousness and character building among pupils.
Weld county farmers expect heavy frost to be unlikely after September 20, hoping spuds mature past frost risk. Early cold snaps have caused worry but so far no damage to crops, with a week left for potatoes to reach safety.
Downtown window display advertises hats described as latest Paris effects and newest full shapes. Candy bucket display at the Phoenix bakery showcases the shapes, with prices at ten cents. The milliner Demorest next door inspired the east window showcase after owner hesitated to use the front window.
Greeley sees a surge in both residential and commercial building. Fifty houses under construction plus multiple blocks, churches and public buildings underway or planned. Key projects include a $90,000 high school, a $25,000 telephone building, a $100,000 training school, and a $46,000 Masonic Temple. Concrete activity spans Mountain View and Forest Park areas as real estate flows with newcomers arriving daily.
A new prisoner register is now in use at the city jail. Officer Bill Ahrend led the effort to itemize inmate entries including comings and shortcomings. Clyde Fawkter becomes the first name on the register, with future records kept for reference.
A notice lists hunting seasons and licensing rules. Trout seven inches minimum May 25 to November 30. Deer with horns October 1 to October 10. Waterfowl September 1 to April 15. Prairie chickens and grouse September 10 to October 1. Shore birds March 1 to April 15 and August 1 to November 30. Non residents must have licenses. non resident hunting $10 and fishing $2. Residents need no fishing license.
Weld County exhibits were packed and shipped ahead of the fair opening next Sunday. Secretary J. F McCrery of the Commercial club predicts Weld will win the silver trophy again, noting improved quality and varied dry land displays. One way fares from most Colorado points to the exposition city run September 12 to 20, with the fair promising many new features.
A melon weighing forty six pounds was exhibited in Fort Lupton. Raised by Mr. Lillard this dry land crop comes from a sizable patch with many other melons in the lot. The fruit is described as well flavored and fine grained.
J J Firestone of Alegan Michigan reports feeling fifty percent better after taking two Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets for biliousness. He calls them a fine article and says samples are free while noting availability at all druggists.
Greeley merchants report a carload of peaches arriving and urge housewives to can peaches now as frost threats loom. Varieties Albertas and Crawfords sell $1 to $1.35 per crate, with plums, pears, grapes, and apples also priced readably.
Petitions circulated in the city Saturday to provide funds for the defense of Ex-Officer James F. McGregor who shot and killed Frank Tuck on Fifteenth Street about six weeks ago. McGregor is out on a $5 000 bond awaiting his preliminary hearing. The case likely goes to trial late this winter.
Greeley High School’s football squad trains hard for the 1909 season under coach Merten with Sterling Brush as acting captain. Last year’s players return along with new prospects as the eleven aims to beat top state teams and win the championship despite a lighter lineup and use of new rules.
The contract for the new Trust building on Seventh street and Eighth avenue was let to F F Gordon of Greeley for 4582 dollars. Papers will be signed soon and construction will start immediately. The basement cost around 6000 dollars and Fox Baab cement contractors of Denver did the work. The building will cost about 100000 dollars when complete. The Trust company will occupy the first floor corner. a Fort Collins mercantile firm has taken quarters in the new building. Upper rooms will be finished as offices and living apartments of three to five rooms.
Woodworth’s Shorthand College offers a thorough business education at low cost and claims graduates are in demand with high salaries. It cites court reporters earning $200 to $500 monthly and offers mail instruction from its Denver campus at 1720 Colorado Boulevard.
The Congregational church at Ault extended a call to Rev. W. A. Marzolf of Pueblo to fill the vacancy left by Rev. Jesse Buswell. Marzolf preached in Ault for two Sundays and is well liked by the congregation. Rev. L. C. Jackson of Denver preached at the Christian church en route.
Mr and Mrs John Werkheiser gave a lawn party Friday night at their Delta home for about twenty five guests. The entertainment and refreshments were served outdoors. The event likely ends the season for lawn gatherings according to reports.
Local farmers report a surge of hoboes near the potato patches as spud picking season approaches. Edward Rosslin detained two men with a shotgun and escorted them to the city marshal, later jailed for vagrancy, while more suspects are believed linked to thefts from stables and gardens near the railroad.
County notes show many teaching shifts as schools start. Miss Caroline Feierting resigns from Nantes and will teach at Porter. Miss Wilma Hennis fills the vacancy. Miss Genevieve Powers will teach at Mantey. Grover district adds four schools to accommodate growth. Miss Belle Gleasman will teach Raymer. Miss Ina M. Bertrees will lead north Collins district school near Pierce. Wiggins area bond financing continues. Celia Tyler becomes assistant critic teacher at the Normal before taking a fellowship.
A grain dealer from Greeley criticizes shipping Kansas hay to outside markets. He notes hay costs 12 dollars per ton locally while railroads take most of the profit. He urges local self sufficiency and for farmers to supply the market, arguing money is leaving the state until production grows.
From a small beginning the sale and use of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy has extended to all parts of the United States and to many foreign countries. It has proved especially valuable for coughs and colds. For sale by all druggists.
The public library will receive two new book lists within ten days containing twenty five and thirty five volumes. Mrs P Kemmerer donated a Wilkie Collins set of thirty volumes and Imbert de Saint Armand's works in ten volumes.
An old catalog style ad offers one hundred dollars reward for an incurable catarrh case by Hall's Catarrh Cure. It features endorsements for F J Cheney Co and Walding Kinnan Marvin, Toledo druggists, claiming the remedy acts on blood and mucous surfaces. Includes testimonial note and pill suggestions with pricing.
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