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Newspaper
Bessemer Herald
Location
Bessemer, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1937
Page
4
The Herald notes sales tax receipts for the year ending June 30 exceed 5.5 million dollars and nine months into the current year show six million, surpassing all of 1936. It urges cutting the sales tax to one or two cents on the dollar to ease the burden and curb state spending.
Nationwide automobile shows draw tens of thousands of buyers as markets wobble amid political shifts. Early sales hint at a strong year while designers tout mechanical upgrades, new rear suspension, quieter shifting, and upmarket upholstery with mohair velvet rising in popularity.
The piece argues against envy of others and luxury, urging contentment with one’s lot in the United States. It highlights how fame and reward come from diligent work, not material comfort, citing Father Damien’s fidelity to a small leper parish on Molokai as an example of giving over receiving.
The Ontonagon river controversy examines how the Copper District Power Co diverted most of the water away from Sand and Agate falls, wrecking scenery and public fishing grounds. Critics question state policy, riparian rights, and public ownership versus private gain, citing prior reports and legal precedents. The piece calls for state action to protect public rights and recreational assets.
The piece urges a swift legal challenge over public rights to the use of conserved lands, arguing the conservation department must take an aggressive stance as guardian of the public domain and recreational heritage. It criticizes delays and presses immediate action.
The Ontonagon Herald society editor argues wedding columns overemphasize the bride and bridesmaids while the groom is often overlooked. A satirical example depicts a fall wedding where a groom and his attire receive detailed praise, followed by a trip and references to the couple’s happiness.
A dialog from the Grand Rapids Chronicle satire panel features an Anvil man surprised by 21 shopping days to Christmas and a Commissioner debating world finance via razor blades and the Duke of Windsor. The exchange riffs on Frank Sparks, Maine, Havana Harbor, and Tom Dewey’s 1944 presidential prospects.
A brief note offers humorous guidance on farewells inspired by William F. Godson's Seven Points of Departure. It outlines seven simple steps to say goodbye and leave with proper timing and courtesy.
The closing segment awards Peter Rabid for the week. He quips that most of his friends are people, a playful line that highlights his humor.
Five sections summarize past local events from 1902 to 1932 in Gogebic County. Notices include deaths, appointments, and elections, with details on individuals such as Dr Delbert Bennett, M L Dezendorf, Michael Nolan, and Elizabeth Pemberthy, plus local changes in courts, banking, and mining.
State of Michigan confirms nonresidency of Flora C Platt in this divorce case. Court orders her appearance within three months and a filed answer within fifteen days after service, else the bill is confessed. Judge George O Driscoll presides at the November 8 1937 session in Bessemer.
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