Last Ute Campaign Ends After 1887 Garfield County Fight
The 1887 Ute campaign ends as Colorow and bands return to the Uintah Reservation after engagements near Rangely and Meeker. Colorado troops, led by Major Leslie, faced heavy resistance, with Indian losses debated. Governor Adams and officials praised the troops, while Colorow’s role and absence from the reservation drew scrutiny. Colorow died November 11, 1888 near the White River.
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White River
Wolf Creek
Rangely
Lesiié
Folsom
1St Infantry
Colorado N G
Ward
E T Goshen
Glenwood Springs
Leslie
Reardon
6Th U & Cavalry
6Th AA Cavalry
Colorow
Alva Adams
G G. Byrnes
Wm N Byers
Alvin Marsh
West
Shepperd Cale NG
Reardons
Meeker
George Crook
U 8 Army
Byrnes
Adams
Crook
Uinted Reservation
Colorado
Gypsum
Aspen
Is Home Ee
Ratte
George West
Garfield County
Utah
Uintah Reservation
Smiley
Indian neighbors praised for kindness and trust over twenty years
The writer recounts Indian parents showing consistent kindness to children seven, noting no strikes or scolding and contrasting with whites. They describe orderly tribal dances, mutual care with entrusted belongings, hosting a wagon ride, and devoted care for a daughter adopted by an Indian friend. They attest to honesty and reliability, with examples of repaying small debts and returning kindness when possible.
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Isband
MW Curry
Curay
Jack Sando
Legion Auxiliary Aids Families of War Veterans
The American Legion Auxiliary outlines a community service program focusing on Child Welfare, Veteran support, and patriotic activities. Funds come from local memorial sales with most money retained locally to aid children, disabled veterans, and families of the dead, including Christmas assistance, memorial days, and national defense education. The unit emphasizes Americanism, honors veterans, and supports youth, with current Utah membership listed and Gold Star mothers noted.
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American Legion Auxiliary
America
American Legion
Utah
Witbeck Post
Number 11
George Perry
Fragmented Bus Conversation Highlights a Pee Incident
A chatty exchange describes a boy urged to be tidy as he bursts with anger about an orange pee discarded on a bus. The passenger recalls loudly that the boy blamed the man beside him for misplacing the item.
Serious Person's Literal Housewarming Gift Stuns Guests
A witty anecdote recalls a guest who took a bucket of coal to a housewarming, illustrating a rigidly literal temperament. The tale highlights the humor found in misapplied social customs and the reactions of hosts and onlookers.
The Grouch Daughter-Daddy Birthstone Bargain
The exchange flashes a playful taunt as a daughter questions her father about birthstones. He replies with a pun suggesting a grind stone, turning a simple query into a wry moment of family humor.
SAP OF THE TREE A tale of Red Beaver and friends
A narrative recounts Red Beaver and his wife Cima ron as notable figures in a conversation about a remarkable family tree. The piece references a talking clock, humor, and deep fondness for Indian neighbors who have largely passed away, ending with a wish to meet in the Happy Hunting Ground.
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Someones Road
Mr Curry
Red Beaver
Cimaron
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Alex
Fountain Cafe
R G Alexander
Cy’s Cash Store
Jensen
Ney
Anther
Cnme
Ky Mes
Laura SM. Fhorne
Legion Auxiliary Aids Families of War
Byaaks. W. 2
Mazeldus
Atatres
I¢ Mtat
Sis
Paul
Texaco Service
Paul M Batty
Mgr
Vernal Ulah
Calder Beauty Parlor
Chas McCookin
Somitet Witbeck
the Auxiliary
Patito
Hewes
Bigelow Mercantile
George Bigelow Mer
Lapoint, Utah
Naples
Vernol, Utah
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