Water rights and politics fill Colorado news notes
The paper cites a Colorado exchange urging the people and Legislature to ensure every drop of water benefits Colorado. It notes the Pike Centennial planning, Denver election corruption, a $100,000 water bond issue, and rail fare ideas for conventions. It also critiques packing-house reforms and Roosevelt’s stance on reform.
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Colorado Exchange
Colorado
James H. Causey
W. E. Sweet
Denver
Poeta House
Roosevelt
Rural Districts Likely to Unify Over Governor Nomination
Rural districts show strong unity as speculation grows that G. W. Swink will secure the gubernatorial nomination. The potential alliance could shape the political landscape and influence campaign dynamics in coming months.
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G. W. Swink
Bent and Swink as candidates for secretary of state
The Pueblo Indicator reports intrigue over A. E. Bent seeking secretary of state while Swink remains undecided. Bent formerly aligned with the Walcott faction but shifted allegiance, angering colleagues from the Arkansas crowd. Swink is described as still looking around, with rural districts potentially delivering support if nominated.
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A. E. Bent
Bent
Walcott
Arkansaw
Swink
Swink Considers Gubernatorial Bid Amid Growing Backing
The Granada Times reports Swink is weighing a bid for governor as initial skepticism fades and supporters push the idea. A senator treated it as a joke at first, but the prospect gains credibility with time.
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Granada Times
Swink and Holmberg Likely for Gubernatorial Nomination
Swink and Holmberg emerge as likely Republican gubernatorial candidates, each seen as a man of the people and prepared to seek the nomination at the state convention. Holmberg oversees state finances while Swink farms sugar beets, with either willing to quit work if needed.
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Holmberg
Swink
Pueblo
Arkansas Valley Railroad Progress and Local Events
Tracklaying reaches river bridge with two weeks needed to finish structure. Ward predicts trains to Holbrook by July 10. Also reports Fourth of July horse racing in Rocky Ford with $25 purse, no entry fees, and drivers to race own horses. Death notices, school board appointments, and various local lost and found ads accompany a busy Rocky Ford page.
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Arkansas Valley Railroad
Arkansas
Ward
Holbrook
M. A. Randel
Hopples
Rocky Ford
S. A. Mathews
C. J. Kane
C. W. Higgins
W. F. Green
G. J. Lackey
S. W. Cressy
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The
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Rocky Ford Country
Pouce Baxina Powder Co
Chicago
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Howett
Washington
Phillips
Liberty High School
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Lula May
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S. C. Green
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Edgell
M. E
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S. 13Th Street
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East Fourth Street
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Miss Gobins
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Sugar City
D. D. Wiley
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J. P. Dolliver
U. S
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John B. de Motte
Catherine Ridgeway
Talhelms Bakery
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Geo. C. Teppesen
la Junta
Colo. R
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Newdale
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Alois Nesselhoff
Manzanola
Miss Gobin
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Joel W. Todd
Bik
Rechy
Verd, Cole
Horsemen
Cen County
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Mortimer A. Randel
Cole
Racing Committee
Abe Lincoln Mines & Milling Company Excursion
Bowerman
Abe Lincoln
Canon City
Royal Gorge
Abe Lincoln Mines & Milling Company
Noah H. Rednour
Secy. and
Treas
Freedom, Ind
George R. Daring
Canon City Coal
G. Harvey Norton
Frisco
Chinatown
the State Bank
John E. Godding
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