Greeley Tribune Origins and Early Founding
The Greeley Tribune traces its 1870 founding to N C Meeker amid a growing press scene. A fragment notes the publication’s early era and Meeker’s role in establishing the local paper.
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Newspaper
Greeley Tribune
Location
Greeley, Colorado, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1908
Page
8
The Greeley Tribune traces its 1870 founding to N C Meeker amid a growing press scene. A fragment notes the publication’s early era and Meeker’s role in establishing the local paper.
The Interurban Construction Company of Denver promotes an electric line to Denver, but many Greeley business leaders doubt its benefits. The editorial argues for local control and suggests improving regional rail links rather than a distant outside project. It notes Greeley’s growth with a city population over 9,000 plus 1,500 Normal students and emphasizes local over external investment.
The article argues against alarm at people leaving Greeley for Idaho Nevada and Wyoming and notes that in-migration could boost growth. It compares to moving from Montreal to Manitoba and Alberta and says with cash to buy farms locals could prosper regardless of credit use. It defends high land prices as reflecting earning potential.
A harsh critique of the current campaign highlighting extensive mudslinging among leading political figures. The piece suggests reforms, notes possible influence of money in politics, and questions the integrity of those in power or seeking office. It jokes about electing a prohibition ticket to fix government.
The Tribune urges readers to donate to Bryan campaign funds. Half of every dollar raised in Colorado stays locally to support John Shafroth and others, with the rest sent to national headquarters for Prien. Contributors’ names may be published. Bryan buttons are promised for sale.
The Greeley Commercial club held its annual election with many members present showing continued interest. The article emphasizes the club as a key factor in community growth even without grand projects like railroads or large industrial plants.
The article salutes the Greeley Commercial Club for driving numerous community projects over four years including concrete sidewalks and the Empsen canning plant. It portrays the club as a lively, unseen leaven pushing business and community advancement.
The article notes Weld county manufactures total nearly four million dollars yearly with Greeley producing about half. It lists flour bread candy wire fencing electricity and other goods, arguing that spending locally recycles dollars within the Greeley district and supports the local economy.
Sam A. Garber recounts aiding a woman dying from cramps aboard an eastbound O R and N R R train from Pendleton to LeGrande Oregon. He used Cham berlain s Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy giving two doses and the woman recovered before arrival. passengers thanked the rescuers and the remedy was sold by druggists.
A public call urges residents to check voter registration status, noting that one must be registered in their current precinct to vote. It stresses timely registration before the fall election and promotes participating in the upcoming political contest.
Roy Ireland, a freight conductor, was badly bruised and possibly bone broken when a severed air hose piece struck his hand in the Greeley yards Thursday around noon. He was aboard 1538 en route from Denver to Cheyenne, arrived at 11:30, and returned to Denver after treatment.
A group of about thirty Gypsies with five wagons arrived Thursday and dispersed through the town begging to tell fortunes in stores and homes. Marshal Williams ordered them to depart at once. one team was still being shod and allowed time to finish the work.
A sprained ankle may heal in about one third the usual time by applying Chamberlain's Pain Balm freely and giving absolute rest. For sale by all druggists.
The article argues for high standards in rug material and workmanship as the best long term economy. It warns against inferior, remnant products and urges consumers to compare quality before purchasing, noting a preference for durable, well-made floor coverings.
The item collection lists residents and visitors in Greeley and nearby towns. It notes engagements weddings and social visits including Mrs. Harry Swanson in Denver Mrs. J Cooper Fort Collins visiting Greeley and several trips to Denver Eaton and Eaton area. It also mentions local purchases and ads for jewelry books and sewing machines.
A sale ad highlights 9x12 and 27x00 inch Axminster rugs priced at 23.85 and 2.25 respectively. It notes replacing the parlor rug before heater installation, and offers rope and leather portieres along with imported and domestic Madras fabrics. Multiple home furnishing items are advertised.
Jacob Oster Jr of Johnstown and Mrs Kate Swind of Johnstown had a marriage ceremony performed by Rev Jno D Gross of Loveland. The certificate was filed in the county clerk's office.
Benjamin Madson of the State Agricultural college faculty in Ames Iowa has stayed with Mr and Mrs S B Davenport for several days. He traveled to Fort Collins on Thursday to tour the Agricultural college and plans to return tomorrow then go to Denver on Sunday.
The Entre Nous club spent Friday at Mrs. Howard Kennedy’s Windsor home for a farewell party honoring Miss Ethelwyn Fezer. Attending members included Mesdames W. B. Starr J. C. Ewing S. M. Hadden Fred Allnut Lee Carrel and Misses Asenath Bliss and Ethelwyn Fezer.
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