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Newspaper
Bessemer Herald
Location
Bessemer, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1930
Page
12
A Superior Telegram essay criticizes radio football announcers for three flaw categories: deliberate, excitable, and downright dizzy. It argues that listeners endure lengthy pauses, overblown excitement, and ill informed humor while seeking clear game updates.
Controversy erupts as Dr. Clarence True Wilson denounces aid by the federal farm board to California grape growers pushing concentrates. The piece notes government loans used to back marketing efforts amid prohibition backlash.
Quoted editorial urges Ontario style liquor stores to curb bootlegging, arguing bootlegging is a greater evil than open saloons and would be stopped by state controlled outlets.
The piece notes both Republicans and Democrats tightening lines for the 1932 race. It says Republicans face a hard fight to retain the Presidency while Democrats hope for a universally acceptable candidate to win easily. It cautions that party control and unity are pivotal factors.
A compact, old newspaper style card about winter wishes and local life. It recalls the cheery jail door light, council meetings, pretzels and beer, faraway trips like the Do X, and plans for a season’s end with mentions of invitations to dine and Millionaire Gas loans.
In New York a quip about a deer hunt circulates. Bill P asks if all six are in camp and declares he shot a deer after a party member confirms. The piece uses a courtroom tone noting jurymen marching and court sessions near Madison Square Gardens.
A man in a hotel loudly calls his friend back and asks how far he would have gone without a prior call. The friend answers in a loud tone that EF will not lend five, he has no money, and would not lend it until repayment of a two month old debt. The friend vows never to play a public joke again.
The piece invites listeners to a quiet, immersive radio experience and romanticizes nostalgia. It notes a dimmed room and comfortable chair as it guides the audience through memories via KCKA Ruacho blend branding, ending with a casual product cue.
Local briefs from Dec 2 1886 report Gust Peterson in Nagelsteed's store and personnel moves at mining and rail companies. The Ramsay residence burned Wednesday night. J W Whiteslee returned from Rockford. Sam Silvermas reported the Michigan Chicago game 2 to 0 in Chicago. Court Probate in Bessemer sets April 5 1932 for filing estate claims.
A feature on farm loans and cooperative marketing ties to prohibition policy. California grape growers receive aid for concentrates, tied to attorney general rulings on legality. The piece argues the farmer’s exemption and cider barrel history shaped national and local prohibition outcomes.
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