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Newspaper
Rocky Ford Enterprise
Location
Rocky Ford, Colorado, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1901
Page
1
The issue announces political candidacies for county roles on the Republican ticket, quotes editorials supporting Roosevelt's policies, and condemns anarchists. It also notes Denver Mountain and Plain Festival plans, reactions to McKinley's death, and upcoming local items including a school Flower Day and Arbor Day seed programs.
Rev Davenport preached to a large Methodist congregation with a 11 o'clock service and class meeting after. Epworth League at 6.50, junior league at 3.00 am. A Presbyterian foundation is laid this week by George Deith. Florence Pollock of Rocky Ford wins maid of honor at the Denver festival after a county vote. D W Barkley’s injured hip keeps him from office. La Junta launches sale of the finest opera house with a sold out opening night of 900 seats.
The State Editorial Association met in Denver with sessions on topics for editors and a banquet at Windsor, followed by a rail excursion over the Colorado Springs and Cripple Creek District railway. The trip showcased dramatic mountain scenery near Pike's Peak and highlighted the road’s engineering feats. Cripple Creek appeared prosperous after a big fire, and the Colorado State Fair at Pueblo was praised as the region’s greatest event, with extensive county participation, cash premiums, and diverse exhibits.
Local classifieds showcase trade offers and requests in Rocky Ford Colorado. Property for sale near Rocky Ford Ditch, land up to 80 acres, plus rental listings, livestock and buggy gear, alfalfa hay buyers, and a Bee Hive Grocery opening. Lost watch reward, a laundress seeking day work, and duck shooting club notices accompany household goods and service ads.
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