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Newspaper
Bessemer Herald
Location
Bessemer, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1908
Page
4
The Bessemer Herald notes Carrie Nation may join London suffragists and predicts Bryan’s possible path to the presidency with a western college pursuing him. It mentions a rise in post office robberies across the upper peninsula over the past year.
A court decision permits Mr Harriman to retain his own legal counsel, marking a notable adjustment in the conduct of his defense. The ruling underscores a defendant’s right to appoint independent representation amid ongoing proceedings.
A Michigan resident has invented a device that answers telephone calls automatically and can operate overtime during the baseball season, signaling a new automation use in everyday communications.
A remark notes the president and the president elect may share many traits or positions while cautioning against expecting Mr Taft to form an Ananias club. The statement underscores cautious optimism about continuity without signaling specific policy actions.
A playful speculation imagines President Castro arriving in Berlin and sharing a calm hour with Kaiser Wilhelm. The vignette centers on a peaceful exchange, turning toward a light, fictional ping pong of troubles and tales.
The piece notes a contrast between government control of money making and private earnings in athletics. It cites Dorando, defeated by Hayes in the London Olympic marathon, then beating Hayes in a Madison Square Garden race, and Tom Longboat, who trailed in London, beating Dorando in New York after a late collapse. It questions the fairness of Madison Square Garden’s marathon races and suggests spectators drive demand.
State papers question Governor Warner about reappointing Earle, who announced his resignation effective January 1. They praise his work but criticize his conduct in the gubernatorial campaign. Deputy Frank Rodgers is noted as key to Michigan's good roads progress. Rye notes rye condition by region and statewide livestock health, with percentages for horses, sheep, swine, cattle.
Mrs A Williams of Backy credits Dr Kings New Discovery with curing a graveyard cough and restoring health after Doctors failed. She gained 58 pounds and says the medicine holds the world healing record for coughs colds throat and lung diseases. It prevents pneumonia. Sold at Frank B Jones drug store 50c and 1.00. Trial bottle free.
Michigan weather remained pleasant and dry until November 23 with heavy Lake Michigan snow on the 14th and heavy showers late in the month. Wheat conditions compare to 76 percent in the south 66 in central 83 in the north and 75 statewide versus 82 84 85 83 a year ago. November wheat marketed totals 490 743 bushels across 133 mills 100 elevators and grain dealers with 399 861 in the south 77 885 in central and 12 997 in the north four months August November total about 4 500 000 bushels and 56 outlets reported no market activity in November.
An heiress asks if a poor girl could marry her suitor while working for a living. The suitor responds that it would not be fair, noting she would be flying enough in support of herself.
Pasture condition in southern counties is 63 percent of average, central counties 56 percent, northern counties 66 percent, and the state overall 62 percent.
A historical blurb promotes Dr King's New Life Pills as a cure all and claims the appendix removal scares are unnecessary for users. It touts quick relief from constipation headache biliousness and malaria with a 25 cent price at Frank B Jones drug store.
A Boston seaman notes that captains and mates, regardless of vessel size or purse, tidy themselves for port. The ritual includes shaving, hair grooming, and a neat collar and red famboy necktie when customs officers approach to inspect papers. Even poor crews dress to keep the captain's honors aboard the ship.
A veteran surveys landscapes and requests relics of battle. A guide directs Joby to the forge to fashion a pound of bullets and a broken officer sword, recalling wartime mementos.
Notice to stockholders announces annual meeting at the bank office in Bessemer Michigan on Tuesday January 12 1909 at 2 pm for electing a five member Board of Directors and other proper business. Meeting notice runs from December 12 to January 9.
W C Kiestler of Halliday Ark reports relief from malaria and stomach ailments after using Electric Bitters. The ad touts Electric Bitters as a remedy for stomach and liver troubles and run down conditions, claiming it purifies blood, tones nerves, and restores vigor. Money back if it fails to help. 50c at Frank B Jones drug store.
The Board of Supervisors met November 24 1908 with no quorum left at 2:30 pm. Reconvened 9:30 am the next day with ten members present and nine absent. The Committee on Claims and Accounts submitted a lengthy report of audited expenses and entitlements for various officers and services. The Temporary Committee on Claims and Accounts proposed adopting the report and authorizing the Clerk to issue payment orders, which passed with all present voting aye.
Following a resolution offered by Mr Nyberg the board adjourns until Tuesday December 22 at 2 30 p m. The resolution was supported by Mr Slade and carried. The board declared adjourned with Robt A Douglas as chairman and A D Johnston present.
Promotes travel to California as outdoor life with flowers and snow skies. highlights beet train service and direct routes via Chicago Union Pacific and North Western Line. Details for ticket agents with travel window December 19 to June 1.
A book agent recalls visiting eastern Tennessee to sell an encyclopedia to a mountaineer. After hearing a numbered tally of children dogs and workers, the man concludes the family already totals fourteen humans and nine dogs, implying such a family is complete without the encyclopedia.
Reader notice for Dr Kilmer s Lone Root a kidney liver and bladder remedy claiming to cure uric acid Brights disease and other kidney troubles. Offers free bottle and booklet by mail from Dr Kilmer Co Binghamton NY with order reference in paper.
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