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Newspaper
Bessemer Herald
Location
Bessemer, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1909
Page
1
A northwest cold front swept across the region Sunday night dropping temperatures by about 25 degrees in eight hours. Train delays followed as north and southbound services were delayed over an hour, with the 1:44 p.m. arrival delayed to 3:44 p.m. The weather forecast predicts continued cold, marking the start of winter and signaling a farewell to spring attire.
A reader notes the Historical Edition of the Virginia Enterprise published in Virginia Minn by W. E. Hannaford. The edition is praised as the best in many moons and Hannaford is congratulated for the work.
Jon Rindt formerly operator at the Soo depot in this city will be appointed agent at Mellen replacing Mr Beach who has resigned. His move pleases many of his friends in this city.
The Menominee Herald-Leader says Judge S S Cooper, presiding in December over the Gogebic district court, made a favorable impression. He conducted the bench with dignity, enforced strict ethics, and delivered fair jury charges and rulings. After four years on the bench, he expressed regret at leaving and praised the local bar as worthy.
An unusually bright Venus star was visible due north in broad daylight Monday afternoon over Bessemer drawing attention. Reports mention a recent peculiar light across the sky resembling a comet’s path and note Halley’s comet will soon be hard to see, suggesting further astronomical phenomena in coming months.
County board of supervisors met at the courthouse for a regular session on Tuesday. The local option question was postponed to the board’s January meeting.
Shoppers are urged to begin holiday buying as merchants report a measurable rise in trade. With stock already on shelves some buyers are placing items aside for Christmas delivery. Industry conditions improve with full employment and optimism. Early shopping is advised to avoid shortages and last minute swamping.
The Crystal Falls Drill reports a record winter for logging in northern Wisconsin and Upper Michigan. More timber, pulpwood, bolts, and cedar products will be produced as cedar crews expand. Rail, telephone, and telegraph pole work grows with millions of ties planned. Cedar shingles and bolts demand rises, with mills operating through winter and bolt production increasing from a six year-old industry.
Auditor General Fuller demands larger bonds from county treasurers for next month’s big state tax except Lake Osod a and Roscolamon counties where bonds are not required in counties with audit boards. Judge Harry Jewell of Grand Rapids probate court allegedly killed a rare woodpecker and arranged a mount for a museum. Land Commissioner Russell inspects a proposed five foot sewer near the Industrial School site. he doubts the need but may sign a contract if approved by the legislature. John C Barron of Detroit named bank examiner succeeding George S Anderson. Insurance Commissioner J W Barry travels to New York with National Association of Insurance Commissioners committees. Capitol police to wear uniforms like national capitol guards. board orders new outfits with state coat of arms on right sleeve. Street railway annual report adds full company data and express and Pullman notes. Michigan military board awards a rifle range to Cheboygan company with option on site for national government.
The Ironwood common council offers 100 dollars and Jessieville residents 75 dollars for the recovery of Antone Lepusha dead or alive. He disappeared from Dominic Bonazza's camp at Mud Creek about ten miles north of Ironwood on Tuesday morning November 16. He was last seen heading east from Triplett road in a likely deer chase. A heavy snowstorm and freezing temperatures the night of the 16th raise the possibility he perished in the woods. Searchers have worked for two weeks and rewards spurred more volunteers.
Notice is hereby given that the annual election of stockholders of the National Bank of Bessemer Michigan is to meet at the bank's office at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday January 1th 1910 for the purpose of electing five directors for the ensuing year and the transaction of such other business as may properly come before this meeting. Walter F Truettner Vice Pres't and Cashier.
Beessemer Lodge No. 390 F and A M held its regular meeting Tuesday evening electing officers. Master I W Felling, S W William Baird, J W William McMinn, Sec Alex Strom, Treas J Goldman, S D M J Walsh, J D Phil Bennett, Tyler C D Fournier, Sr., Rep Alex Strom.
W. J. Atkins, lone night watchman in Banner Springs Tennessee, battled a severe cold and lung illness after exposure in a damp mill setting. He finally found relief using Dr Kings New Discovery, praising its quick recovery. Available 50c to 1.00, trial bottle free, guaranteed by Chas. H. Warner.
Lansing Mich Dec 9 The new military law raises armory rental from 400 to 500 a year and allows up to 600 by the military board but only 500 will be paid until funds permit further increase. Adjutant General McGurrin says Michigan troops are expected to maintain high standards and continue state aid.
Cleveland reports 1907 iron ore movement nearing a new record as December tonnage stands 124,396 tons short of the year’s figure. Current loading is projected to reach 300,000 tons, signaling a strong push toward the all time high.
Sault Ste. Marie Michigan December 7 1909 traffic through St Marys canal is probably upwards of 57 000 000 tons the ore traffic thus far is 48 316 130 net tons
Ashland News reports the season closed with record ore shipments. The Northwestern shipped 108000 tons last week and 3026887 tons overall. The Central moved 807398 tons, nearing four million, about double totals of recent years.
Carl G Winkler and his brother established a Duluth confectionery factory less than a year ago Now employing twenty one workers the firm reports rising monthly sales The pair formerly worked with a Hodgton confectionery house and are expanding distribution with a new roman punch chocolate gaining popularity across the Me saba range iron and copper districts
Mr and Mrs J H McLean of Duluth announce the engagement of their daughter Miss Ethel to M E Scroggins of Ironwood. The McLean family and Miss Ethel have long resided in Ironwood and many friends extend best wishes for the bride to be.
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