11 Jul 1902
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Newspaper
Rocky Ford Enterprise
Location
Rocky Ford, Colorado, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1902
Page
1
160 acres with 173 acres fall water right along Catlin canal. 100 inches water allocation. 25,200 lanes of land described. Well improved site 34 miles from town. Asking price 35 dollars per acre. Water access and irrigation rights noted for prospective buyers.
Newdale proclaims a premier cantaloupe district with 600 acres near Swink and plans to attract a Santa Fe agent. Plans for a July 16 bond election, a July 19 sex temperance social at the schoolhouse, and rapid Swink school growth accompany notes from visitors in Newdale. Rocky Ford cantaloupes from Death Valley shipments arrive, prompting comparisons to the near-heavenly Rocky Ford flavor.
The Ladies' Aid society plans an entertainment at Lakeview church on Tuesday evening July 22. LeRuv Richards was seriously ill last week but is reported much better. A Manzanola fishing party including Pedan Bowman and Setters fished Holbrook reservoir with unclear results. Mae Bennett returned from a week in Denver. A brief water shortage last week aided local farmers. Mrs J T Wasson Mrs J H Wasson Miss Eva Way and Miss Mayme Wasson spent the Fourth at Laguna.
The American Beet Sugar Company will build a brick and cement warehouse near the Rocky Ford factory with 20 000 square feet of floor space to store beet products amid fluctuating markets. The article notes improving labor supply, winter irrigation benefits, and expected large beet yields in the Arkansas valley for 1902. It highlights accident insurance for employees and mentions local figures such as E W Manny and J W Larmore.
Rocky Ford news notes Burrell's seed business grows across states and abroad. A Philadelphia man offers a matchmaking letter to a Colorado maiden via Burrell, seeking a marriage and work arrangement, claiming youth and refinement.
The city reports a new artesian well depth of 768% feet with about 60 gallons per minute. Water quality is cooler and clearer with minimal mineral taste, though deeper tapping could improve flow. Also notes Capt H C DeRooy spoke on war experiences at local churches. Meat market offers prime fresh meats. Property listings include 160 acres 1 mile from Rocky Ford and 140 acres under ditch with water rights.
The Rocky Ford Trading Co promotes the city’s finest harnesses for single and double rigs. Gerbing meats are highlighted to help customers live well and enjoy quality products.
For sale a low Phaeton upholstered in leather. Has seen little use and remains in first class condition. Inquire at Enter prise office.
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