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Newspaper
Bessemer Herald
Location
Bessemer, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1906
Page
4
The Bessemer Herald date line lists Saturday August 4 1996. Sherman and Hand are credited as authors for the historical newspaper item in question.
A Republican convention for Michigan's 32nd Judicial Circuit is called to meet in Rockland at the Rockland Opera House on a Tuesday in August 1900 to nominate two candidates for Circuit Judge, elect two Judicial Committees, and conduct other business. Representation is based on votes for Governor, with Ontonagon and Gogebic counties listed among those voting totals. The notice is signed by J. J. Beary, Chairman, and Charles M. Hewreney, Secretary, Ironwood, July 12, 1906. The Thaw case dominates newspaper talk while William Jennings Bryan comments on Democratic unity for the next year.
A 2 000 000 surtax proposal targets corporations and estates as Chicago eyes higher levies. If opposed, the commentary suggests the rich may demand an income tax. The piece notes political tensions and turnout expectations tied to national figures and railroads.
Washington says Indians in the Lake Superior region will soon receive payments under the April 21 1904 act. After attorney fees 4201 31 is due to the Lake Superior Chippewas designated by the 1854 treaty, including Fon du Lac La Point Grand Portage Lac Courte Oreille Lac du Flambeau Boise Forte Rice Lake St. Croix La Pointe and related bands under Dr R S Buckland Baraga. An additional 9756 69 remains credited to Chippewa and Ottawa Indians of Michigan from 1855 treaty settlements. Enrollment of Ottawas and Chippewas from the 1855 treaty is partially complete but suspended. payment is expected upon completion and approval.
On August 5, the program lists a class meeting at 9 30 and a 10 30 sermon on Perfect Behavior. Sunday school begins at 2 30 followed by an evening preaching at 7 09 on Sitting Up and Looking at Christ. Free seats. All welcome.
Mr and Mrs Jas Revern express sincere gratitude to the Knights of Pythias O E M E Ladies Aid and all others who assisted during their recent bereavement.
Regular Presbyterian services will be held Sunday at 10:30 in the German Lutheran church. The sermon title is Spiritual Blessings. Sunday school at 9:45. All are welcome.
Johns Hopkins professor Robert W. Wood captured underwater photographs simulating a fish’s view of Mount Vernon Place and Monument Street. Using a water filled pail housing a short focus lens, he photographed how the sky compresses into a circular window and objects appear around the rim of light beneath the surface.
Galveston’s Sea Wall brings safety comparable to upland areas. E W Goodloe of Dutton Street, Waco, Texas, says Dr King’s New Discovery for Consumption keeps him well after five years of use. It cures chronic coughs la grippe croup whooping cough and prevents pneumonia. Pleasant to take and guaranteed. Prices 50c and $1.00. Trial bottle free at Frank B Jones’ drug store.
Mercedes Lopez, a Mexican woman five feet tall, grows hair four feet eight inches long that trails the ground when she stands. The dense hair hides her body, and she trims it often to sell large tresses to hair dealers each month.
The census shows about 26 percent of Paris’s total population are born in Paris, the lowest among major European capitals. St Petersburg reports 40 percent born in the city, Berlin 41 percent, Vienna 45 percent, and London 65 percent.
The New York Times notes Prof Matteucci and his American assistant remain near the summit of Vesuvius to observe the eruption, risking extreme danger for possible new seismic data. They endure shifting ground and displaced instruments as they pursue measurements that could yield unprecedented scientific insight despite the peril.
Frank S. Archibald of West Swan zey New Hampshire writes of five years of constant asthma and nervous strain behind teaching. After trying many remedies he used White Wine of Tar Syrup and claims a near miracle cure, offering to answer inquiries about his case.
Animals can tolerate certain deadly substances, while humans suffer. The ad urges taking DeWitt's Little Early Risers pills to avoid dull heaviness, promising sure results without sickness or griping. Sold by D. MacFarlane.
John N Pleasant of Magentia Ind says the pills end periodic bilious attacks and constipation. The guaranteed remedy promises satisfaction or a money refund. Available for 25 cents at Frank B Jones drug store.
M Deletrain of Geneva has combined certain materials into a small solid cone. When dissolved in petrol benzine it destroys the odors of burnt gases and leaves an agreeable fragrance behind.
The article lists new rules for naturalization effective September 29. It requires a declaration 2 to 7 years before filing, filing 90 days before hearing, personal signature, two citizen witnesses attesting five years US and one year in the state, English speaking, and a total filing plus certificate fee of four dollars. New arrivals receive a Bureau certificate with full details to accompany the petition. The old act’s final opportunities occur at the August Circuit Court term starting August 27.
In Eminence Kentucky Major Hamm editor and manager of the Constitutionalist recalls a four year old attack by Piles. He bought Bucklen's Arnica Salve and says it cured him in ten days with no trouble since. Quickest healer of burns sores cuts and wounds. 25 cents at Frank B. Jones.
Chas Castledon of Cumberland on Wye reports the worst cough he ever had. He says a few days of treatment with Dr Warner's White Wine of Tar cured him quickly and effectively. The story is told in brief words as a testimonial.
Probate Court in Bessemer Michigan holds August 27 1996 hearing on Elifie Morse petitioning as administratrix and guardian to sell real estate of deceased John W Morse. Public notice to run three weeks in Bessemer Herald. Curtis Buck Judge of Probate.
The advertisement tells how E. I. Wolfe of Bear Grove Illinois recovered from kidney trouble and general debility after using Electric Bitters. It claims a sure cure for stomach liver and kidney complaints blood diseases headaches dizziness and weakness. Priced at 50 cents and guaranteed at Frank B. Jones' drug store.
In Geegele County Probate Court, Emma H Carlson estate petition seeks addition of estate to Alice Ssom to suitable heirs. Judge Hoe Carts Back presides at the Bessemer session on the twenty third day of aly AD scat.
Probate notice from the Mebate Court of Mt State held at the Mrestantos of Bessemer. Jay of July to 5 t: lion Curtis Beck, lo i tate of Conrad Carlson, as K Carlson, kav ne fi testament prayer that said will be admitted to probate and recorded. A hearing set for Nugest A. DL, 100% at tem o'clock for confirmation of the will and appointment of a suitable person. The notice calls for public notice by publication in Bessemer Herald for three consecutive weeks prior to hearing. July 28. Aug 28. May 28.
A noted parallel surfaces between Cardinal Newman’s line “The night is dark, and I am far from home” and Henry Porter’s 1599 play Two Angry Women of Abington. The original line reads “’Tis late and dark, and I am far from home.”
A laborer digging for a monument in a New Jersey cemetery uncovered a 25 pound meteor fragment. The fused mass appears to contain minerals glass stone and steel with a mix of colored stones interwoven through the gray material.
An advertisement claims Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea prevents wrinkles and restores a bright smiling face. It targets women with worries about aging and promises cosmetic improvement from tea or tablets sold by D. MacFarlane.
A Chicago Daily News comment mocks Higgins as a clever financier while Biggs disputes the claim, noting Higgins never beat anyone out of a cell. The item also references eviction notices and Kennedy’s Laxative Honey and Tar sold by D. MacFarlane with no opiates.
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