It's a Hard Life as Taxes and Rates Rise in Gogebic County
A columnist laments rising taxes and utility costs in Gogebic County. The state tax commission boosts property assessments from 50 to 75 percent, the Bessemer board raises water rates to fund Colby shaft water, and Michigan Bell seeks nearly a 50 percent phone-rate hike with a Lansing hearing. The piece notes protests were brushed aside and predicts further decisions by August and September. Gosh, it's a hard life.
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State Tax Commission
Gogebic County
Board of Public Works
Bessemer
Colby
Michigan Bell Telephone Company
State Public Utilities Commission
Lansing
State Board of Equalization
Tax Commission
State Tax Department
Water Works Department
State Utilities Commission
Decline in Minnesota iron ore production eyed by state
The state faces a 28 percent drop or more than 12 million tons in Minnesota iron ore output for P24, driven mainly by market conditions. Officials warn future declines hinge on ore grades remaining, while exploring use of lower grade ores and policy adjustments to conserve the industry and extend its life, as discussed by the St Paul Dispatch.
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Minnesota
Uut
Brazil
Univers
Miri
St. Paul
The Florida Boom and Michigan Real Estate Debate
A fragment discusses the Florida land boom and its effects on pioneers seeking raw land for settlement and speculation. It notes Michigan industrial cities drawing population, with expected housing demand and investment caution as final use of property evolves. The text argues buyers should be wary, manage funds, and assess cost versus eventual use.
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Michigan
Viare
Real estate choices favor local property over distant markets
The Michigan Manufacturer and Financial Record argues that local investors can better influence and safeguard their real estate by buying properties they can see locally rather than far away in places like Muscle Shoals or Florida. It warns distant options leave the average investor at the mercy of remote judgment and handling.
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Florida
Michigan
Boys plot Bessemer football team this fall
In Blite Spot crowds the boys joke about starting a subscription fund for a Bessemer football team as they laugh about a friend from Tronwood high joining. The manager appears, saying details come in a couple of weeks while he worries about owing Dewey two dollars.
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Mr. Johnson
Bessemer
Stevens
MacFarlane
Eden had advantage over Bessemer in water supply
One advantage the Garden of Eden had over Bessemer was its water supply, as the Eden site was not troubled by water issues.
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Garden of Eden
Bessemer
If You Are Well Bred Optimism for Peserer Football
A cheeky note argues against self branding as an optimist while doubting Bessemer’s championship prospects. It suggests no plague strikes Peserer, merely the week after the carnival departed town.
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Bessemer
Peserer
Fourth of July committee receives city donation and quiet town
Events of the week note a city donation to the Fourth of July committee and a unusually quiet town scene. Residents near carnival grounds can sleep easily. First football practice on the high school lawn signals season start. Fuzzy and Brad depart on a motor trip. Town remains calm with 24 hour water service now in Bessemer. Some residents reconsider long vacations away from home.
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Conncit
Watts
Fuzzy
Brad
Bessemerit
The modern girl’s makeup and indecisive mind
A quip on a modern girl who applies makeup from brows to lips and hair, praising her beauty but noting one flaw she cannot decide. The verse playfully contrasts synthetic beauty with the singer’s subjective judgment about her decisiveness.
Mystery No 402 212 carnival amusements fade
A fragment hints at a Saturday carnival event with remarks about a fiery cross and women at a diving act. The text is vague and raises questions about what amused attendees, but lacks clear names, places, or outcomes.
Citizens pass resolution urging Elaskin brothers stay local
Merriweather Michigan special to P&.i-Ata notes a meeting of citizens last night. A resolution was passed and forwarded to the Elaskin brothers urging them to support the hometown and remain tied to local interests. Hessenier is mentioned as a figure tied to annual events.
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Merriweather, Mich
P&.i—Ata Igss
Elaskin Brothers
Why Arterial Highway Violations Rise After Midnight
Bruno questions why violations of arterial highway law increase after midnight compared with post noon hours, seeking explanation for this nighttime uptick and its contributing factors.
Candidacy filed for probate judge renomination in September primaries
One year ago August 2 1924 William S Bains judge of probate announced his Republican renomination bid for a second term Levi S Rice and Harry K Bay were his rivals Elizabeth Kangas of Bearmer won first prize in the Elks carnival popularity contest earning a diamond ring Ernest Shaw of this city took the Ford touring car Dr and Mrs Salisbury visiting Lake Gogebic will return to Detroit Hibbing trip for Mr Thebert brother in law James O Brien electrocuted A E Church and Heart Hofman returned from Gladstone after attending the Upper Peninsula Firemen tournament.
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William S. Bains
Levi S. Rice
Harry K. Bay
Elizabeth Kangas
Bearmer
Ernest Shaw
Salisbury
Bessemers Take Step In Local Affairs War Horse in Ampssion
Twenty years ago on August 5 1305 H M Norris notes Bessemers engage in local legal matters planning to relocate to Henneot and city life. The appointment of SS Cooper affects county vacancies while Otto Vogler plans a stone foundation and rear addition to his residence. Andy Byrne acquires adjacent property and plans new building. Frank Lenz visits as a longtime Bessemer merchant and the Bessmer Finians Land wins first prize in a chart contest at round on Saturday.
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H. M. Norris
Bessemers
Henneot
Leas
Gio
SS. Coeper
Jetse
Awikini Cinuit
Necris
Coeders
Davis and
Fehr
Otto Vogler
Andy Byrne
Beenzkitt Tacaat
Restine
Uy 2
Frank Lenz
Bessemer
Bessmer
Satamias
First Nat Roundup And Championship Rodeo at Grant Park
Roundup and championship rodeo run August 15 to 28 at Grant Park on the Lake Front. Western cowboys, steer and calf events, free-for-all racing, and spectacle promise thrill and entertainment in Chicago. Tickets and excursion fares available via Chicago and North Western Ry.
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Grant Park
Um. Ormcags
Wutteneghors
Trmaim
Civ
TivSet
Chungi & North Western Ry
Teachers Examinations in Gogebic County Bessemer
The Teachers Examinations for Gogebic County will be held at the Courthouse in Bessemer August 15. 05 with comments at 2 9. The State Teachers Reading Circle books for the year are listed along with examination questions based on them. The program outlines three days of subjects for first and second grade applicants with specifics on algebra botany physics and history. John C Watson County Commissioner administers the event.
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Gogebic
Bessemer
Macmillan Cn
Rand McNally & Company
Watts
Benajamin H Sanborn & Co
John C Watson
Game Law Changes for 1925 Reviewed
Digest highlights deer season limited to 15 days from November 15 to 30. Each hunter may hold one buck with a deer license and one with a camp license, bucks must have antlers at least three inches. Bear hunting allowed only during deer season, one bear per hunter, and a bear hunter must carry a deer license. Partridge season limited to October 25 to 31, with five birds per day and maximum season total of 20. Provisions include no hunting or fishing from a power boat and penalties for carrying loaded firearms in automobiles.
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Bessemer
British Deine Chiefs Cite US Migration Trends
The text notes Sir Fibert Pancakck of Manchester pointing to England Mullang and Wales with a sanction of Warden and compares last year’s low numbers to a higher count in New York City, reflecting migration or population observations.
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Fibert Pancakck
Manchester
Alice
Englan Mullang
Wales
New York City
Michigan court orders service in McKay v McKay case
The court notes plaintiff Catherine McKay cannot locate defendant James A McKay after diligent search and requires entry of appearance within three months. If appearing, defendant must answer within twenty days of service. failure to respond will confess the bill. Publication of the order in Bessemer Herald for six weeks is authorized or personal service at least twenty days prior. Attorney Thomas J Landers, Ironwood, Mich. 8-7-9-11.
Bourquin Estate Will Admitted Probate in Bessemer Court
In Michigan at the Probate Office in Bessemer on July 22 1925 Judge Harry K Bay presiding Jane C M Bourquin filed a petition to admit an instrument as the last will and testament for Louis P Bourquin deceased The inquiry concerns the probating of the document as the decedent's valid last will and testament
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Bessemer
Said
Harry K. Bay
Louis P. Bourquin
Jane C. M. Bourquin
State of Michigan v3 James F Buchanan defendant in Gogebic suit
The circuit court orders James F. Buchanan to enter appearance within three months and to answer the bill of complaint when served. If appearing, he must lead an answer and have it served through his attorney. Publication of the order is required weekly for six weeks in the Bessemer Herald or service by mail to the defendant’s last known address.
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James F. Buchanan
Gogebic
Chincery
William S. Baird
Bessemer Herald
George ©. Driscoll
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James A. McKay
Thomas J. Landers
Amir
Amiraat
Furthrer
Tspapr
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Attoriey
Ironwood, Mich
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Bessemer Taxi Co
Vukovich Bros
Ironwood
Wakefield
Ontonagon
Hurley
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