Ironwood Clinches 1923 Class B Title With 47–0 Win
Ironwood High School routs Bedford High 47 to 0 at Detroit on Thanksgiving Day to capture Michigan Class B honors. The Ironwood eleven, led by captain Cavesie, boasted a deep roster and stellar defense, going undefeated and shutting out several opponents, while Gogebic range peers Bessemer and Wakefield felt slighted by honorary selections.
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Ironwood
Upper Peninsula
Bedford High
Detroit
Michigan
Bessemer
Cavesie
Roamword
Ironwe
U. P
Wakefield
Sromwensl
Bradley
Sromwomd
Muncher Pid Chewlewski
Cvarter
Iron Iver Am Stambaneh
Oth
To Prevent Not To Cure The Survival Of The Unfit
A writer denounces eugenic ideas and praises fitness through selective breeding. References to the tuberculosis Christmas Seal and a long critique of war, intelligence, and survival laws frame the belief that society should prioritize strong, physically capable individuals. Names and dates are not clearly identifiable in the fragment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shiness
Thiubereus
Lax
Vedtaire
Ruskin
Othe
Seber
Balzac
Reats
Shelley
Byron
Emerson, Whituan
Lanter Piel
The Improvement of Grade Crossings
A historical note discusses upgrading grade crossings, proposing a large program to separate road and rail traffic. It cites costs, mileage, and the expected impact on travel speeds, referencing rail and road authorities and the evolving transportation policy.
Gov Smith backs wide grade separation plan for crossings
The essay argues that rising speeds and traffic demand require broader safety measures at rail crossings. It notes Gov Alfred E Smith’s push for near wholesale crossing reform in New York and parallels a Michigan policy by Gov. jroesbeck. It suggests a $20,000,000 grade separation program could cost about $1,000,000 annually but yield life and time savings, with railroads sharing costs if designed wisely.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alfred E. Smith
New York
Empire State
Gov
Jroesbeck
Michigan
Christmas Gift List for Bessemer 1925
A local readers’ list suggests early Christmas shopping with humorous requests from residents. Citizens should move December tax elections, a joint high school is favored, and wishes include a 1926 dates calendar, Northwestern beating Michigan, a USA basketball title, a radio, a big football schedule, a choral concert lineup, and general talent for school activities.
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Bessemer
Bessemer Township
Mee A
E. L
D. H
K. D
Jerry P
IL Os
Car GG
Omcert
Deer Hunters Back In Town To Guard Against Bank Gang
Residents note an influx of armed men as deer hunters return, boosting perceived security against local bank bandits. The presence of trained shooters is reported to deter robberies and reassure the community.
Postseason Title Change Sparks Town Pride in 1893 Era
In a bustling town of R ienwood excitement runs high with reminiscence of 1893. The narrative notes Slick’s lack of resentment toward a new title. He is referred to as Papa R rather than Coach R, signaling a lighthearted shift in local sports culture amid post season talk.
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Ienwood
Slick
Sdirese
Coach R
Papa” R
Luxuries in Ewen Classified Ad Echoes Local Wit
A quirky classified note from the Ewen Press mentions daily drinks and hot dogs at Leonard Place and popcorn at every show night. It references Fuzzy F and a playful line about rolling the last ball first while recalling Max Ss and a lost five.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ewen
Leonard Place
Ewen Press
Fuzzy F
Max Ss
Postage Omission Noted in December Mail Batch
Mail: some letters dated December lacked required postage and an attached tasteal, prompting notes on proper handling for future correspondence.
Classified notice hints at housing mix up in Prentice
A fragment from a Prentice Wisconsin classified column notes a couple seeking four rooms for housekeeping and mentions a modern contact with a first month rent offer of two curis of lumberger cheese furnished free. The piece jokes about a mix up and the editor possibly leaving town.
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Wantel
Prentice
Wis
Sens Calumet
Emiences
Looking Backward in Ironwood Herald Files Dec 5 1924
One year ago Mike Hakonen a man about 55 burned to death in his shack near Ramsay neighbors found the building afire and the dead man near the door Hakonen lived alone Don T Kennedy owner of the Kennedy carnival died of double pneumonia in Greenville Miss He and his family were in Bessemer last summer when his carnival played under the Elks. A wedding at St Ambrose Ironwood Camille Maccani and Dr George Koptik of Chicago were married by Rev J B Moriarty the couple will live in Chicago A home wedding Miss Esther Newman daughter of Mrs Mary Newman wed Edward Erickson Rev C A Benander officiated the couple will live in this city Miss Rita Gheller daughter of Mr and Mrs Frank Gheller wed John Prucea son of Paul Prucea at St Sebastian church Rev C J Swoboda officiated They will live in this city 2u years ago Dec 2 1905 I W Truettner long in mining operations at New Davis mine Shonwood now with Pileys Island Pyrites Co of St Johns Newfoundland as superintendent Gust Johnsons residence at Ramsay burned light seen from tre alarm misreported as inside city limits Ishpeming high school football team defeated Grand Rapids 17 to 5 Sam Silverman attended Michigan Chicago game in Chicago Chicago won the western championship 2 to 0
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Mike Hakonen
Ramsay
Hakonen
Don T. Kennedy
Kennedy Carnival
Greenville
Kennedy
Bessemer
the Elks
Camille Maccani
George Koptik
Chicago
St. Ambrose Church
Ironwood
J. B. Moriarty
Mary Newman
Esther Newman
Edward Erickson
W. Truettner
New Davis
Wisconsin Manganese Ore Co
Shonwood
Pileys Island Pyrites Company
St. Johns
Newfoundland
Gust Johnson
Tramsay
Ishpeming High School
Grand Rapids
Sam Silverman
Michigan Chicago
Oregon tobacco disposal fine in forest land rule
In Oregon a strict rule imposes a fine between 25 and 75 dollars for discarding any lighted tobacco products or firework on forest land private roads public highways or railroad rights of way between May 15 and October 1. The dialogue echoes a boss clerk exchange about work and in town absence.
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Oregon
Memorial window dedicated at Calvary Church Fletcher NC
A memorial window was dedicated at Calvary Episcopal Church in Fletcher North Carolina in memory of American humorist Bill Nye.
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Calvary Episcopal Church
Fletcher
North Carolina
Bille Nye
Hearing Set On Estate Administration In Brita Johnson Case
Probate court in Bessemmer Michigan on November 18 1925 set December 15 1925 at 10am for hearing Herbert Johnson petitioning to administer the estate of Brita in Johnson. Public notice to run weekly for three weeks in the Bessemer Herald. Judge Harry K Bay presiding with R J Solberg as Register of Probate.
Husband Refuses Xmas Gift for Wife Amid Nonessential Debate
IMR notes a domestic dispute over nonessentials as a husband refuses to buy his wife a Christmas present. The remark highlights strain in spending and expectations during the holiday season.
Ore Shipments Push Great Lakes Totals Past 1924
An incomplete report released Monday shows ore shipments from Duluth Superior Two Harbors Ashland Marquette and Escanaba for 1925 surpassing 1924 by over 10 million tons. Through November 1 Duluth Superior Two Harbors and Ashland totaled 44 949 052 tons while Marquette and Escanaba reached 8 039 893 tons, lifting the combined total to 52 988 945 tons and signaling an overall rise of about 1 374 279 tons with November projections near 11 million more.
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Duluth
Superior
Ashland
Marquette
Escanaba
New Top-Heating Incubator Outperforms Old Design
A newly developed incubator heats eggs from the top like a hen, proving more successful than the traditional model that relies on evenly applied heat from all sides. The design aims to improve hatch rates and reduce handling.
Notice of County Road Commissioners Determination
The Board of County Road Commissioners of Cogebic County Michigan met at the Court House in Bessemer on November 5 1925 to determine that certain described roads shall be taken over as county roads. The route begins near section 32 29 and proceeds through multiple sections in T49N R46W to a point near sections 20 21 T40N R46W. The action is recorded by Deputy County Clerk Luther E Sherman.
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Board of County Road Commissioners
County of Gogeibie
Bessemer
Tain
Cogebic County
Michigan
Luther E. Sherman
Peterson v Peterson Chancery Order in Gogebic County
In Gogebic County Chancery Selma Peterson sues Eric Peterson. Court cannot locate defendant's residence. Plaintiff may publish order in Bessemer Herald or serve defendant within 20 days plus six weekly publications. If no appearance in 3 months, bill confessed.
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Eric Peterson
Gogebic
William Baird
Bessemer Herald
Court notice fragment involving George C. Driscoll
A legal notice fragment shows Circuit Judge George C. Driscoll and attorney William S. Baird related to a case. It notes required appearance timing and a mail service detail. The snippet references Bessemer as a business address and a filing date or deadline around 10-22-12.
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George C. Driscoll
William S. Baird
Bessemer
Mtc
Estate of John C Landers heirs hearing notice
In the Matter of the Estate of John C Landers Deceased Thos J Landers seeks adjudication of legal heirs entitled to inherit the real estate. The court sets December 13 1925 at ten o'clock in the forenoon for hearing and orders notice by publication for three successive weeks in the Bessemer Herald.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bessemer
Harry K. Bay
John C. Landers
Thos. J. Landers
Bessemer Herald
Notice to creditors in the estate of Old G Bog e Deceased
In the matter of the estate of Old G. Boge deceased the court orders creditors to present claims by March 16, 1926 at ten o clock in the forenoon at the Probate Office for examination and adjustment of all claims and demands. A copy is to be published for three successive weeks in the Bessemer Herald. Register of Probate. LL-1S-t244
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Bessemer
Tarry K. Bay
Jude
Old G. Boge
Bessemer Herald
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Geverter
Sager
B-Wilsen
Bvic
Asia
Herald
State OF Michigan
Britain
Johnson
Herbert Johnson
R. ©. Solberg
Register of Probate
Notary Public
Insurance Agency
Abebnan's
Bessemer, Mich
IMR
Hubby
Chancery
Selma Peterson
F. J. Cheney & Co
Toledo
R. C. Solberg
Gogenic
Jesse Smith
N. J
Sean
Jsc
oSe
Bessemer Pharmacy
John J. Frick
al Church
Bessemer's
Bessemer Taxi Co
Vukovich Bros
Besséitler
Ironwood - Ontonagon
Hurley
Ontonagon
Ontonyon
All Po the Gogebic Range
Alwa
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