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Newspaper
Rocky Ford Enterprise
Location
Rocky Ford, Colorado, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1907
Page
4
Subscription rates listed under Will R. Monkman for Chef Enterprise, with pricing lines showing one dollar for a full year and options for six and three months. The text reflects the publication’s 1907 issue details and subscription structure.
The article notes default status with county treasurer and 1 percent monthly penalties. It discusses a Denver Haywood demonstration tied to his Idaho trial, with rumors of arrest. It also covers interurban promoters pushing for a Chestnut Maple Main street franchise, advocating a straight town line rather than a valley street railway, arguing against a broad franchise now.
The Farmers Institute is at the fair grounds with good attendance. A dinner was enjoyed in social groups. Attending from the State Agricultural college are Dr. Geo H Glover Prof G E Morton and Prof Mary Prendergast to speak on animal husbandry domestic science and related topics. P K Blinn discusses alfalfa propagation and Hon J H Crowley mentions an unmade visit to Luther Burbank's home.
State Dairy Commissioner Bishop asks towns to pass ordinances enforcing milk supply inspection during heat. He notes Senate bill 24% failed in the House and urges city councils to discuss the matter. July shower brought four and a half inches of rain, easing drought concerns and boosting crop growth across the Arkansas valley.
A Colorado State Editorial Association trip from Denver to Hot Sulphur Springs aboard two coaches showcased scenic drives through Rocky Ford like farmland, mountains and snowfields. The editors and wives enjoyed a mountain picnic, bonfire, dance, and late music, with baths, broncho busting, and a banquet in Denver. Local booster notes praise Moffat road prospects for Grand county’s cattle country and future prosperity.
In Lamar last Sunday Rocky Ford faced a strengthened Lamar squad with new players and lost 8 to 2 after a late ninth inning rally. A Kansas City visitors’ game followed, Rocky Ford defeating K C Collegians 9 to 1. Town butchers edged town barbers 20 to 15, and Ordway billing notes disbanded team affects Sunday plans with Hamlins and Outlaws proposed to play locally.
Mrs Ella Vandenberg wife of P E Vandenberg died suddenly last Monday after a fall led to elbow injury and blood poisoning. Funeral held yesterday at the country home east of town attended by many friends. She was 63 and mother of four, including Mrs Gelan Randall of this city, noted in local musical circles.
Local real estate men report July business light as buyers pause between seasons yet Judge Christon sells another five acre lot in his Chritton plat south of town. He paid 2450 for the land, has earned 2100 in receipts, and holds most of the property. He calls land swaps a gamble with no lasting wealth gain. An Iowa relative made 17000 from a buyer backing out over a title flaw.
In accordance with the Revenue Laws of 1902 I will be in my office at the Court House in Junta Colo from Monday August 12 1907 to Saturday August 17 1907 to hear complaints of any persons who think themselves erroneously assessed for 1907 All persons whose personal property has been raised by the Assessor have received notice of such increase H W Adsmon d Assessor of Otero County
D W Barkley writes from Waldorf the highest post office in the world about a mountain tour to Mt Mc Clellan the Argentine railroad terminus and a royal gorge of scenery. Rain caused washouts and basement flooding in town while a timber line temperature and columbines add to the scene. A July 26 wedding links Rocky Ford and Spokane. local property talk references Dr Coleman and A Malachi. A Saturday sale at The Adobe Barn and a U E S S S fundraiser supper on South Main are announced.
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