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Newspaper
Bessemer Herald
Location
Bessemer, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1908
Page
1
The opposition paper in Bessemer issues a hostile critique of local politics and a named writer. The piece accuses the writer of greed and poor editorial judgment while defending its own stance and urging less sensational political commentary.
Sealed bids to furnish 200 cords of four foot long sound body hardwoods will be received by W F Truettner, Chairman, Purchasing Committee, Board of Education, City of Bessemer, until February 27, 1908. Contracts awarded to the lowest bidder. Bids must be in writing and filed with the chairman by that date. The committee may reject any or all bids. G L Ziebur, Secy.
The Pick & Axe began in October 1885 with J J Simpson as editor until 1894 when sold and renamed the Bessemer Herald. The paper claims to be the oldest on the Gogebic range and reflects on its role in supporting the town, its growth, and future prosperity as Bessemer envisions a model city.
The article traces labor union origins from 1803 to 1869 with shipwrights, tailors, and carpenters in New York. It covers the rise of the Knights of Labor, the birth of the American Federation of Labor in 1886 led by Samuel Gompers, and the AFLs growth to 2 million members by 1908. It notes affiliated unions, political activity, and the broad landscape of pre AFL organizations. It also mentions an association meeting increasing capitalization from 1.9 to 3.0 million and leadership in the copper country.
DOING FINE BUSINESS The Copper Country Building and Loan association launched at Calumet recently already has a membership of over four thousand. Representatives have been appointed in the different towns of the Copper country and they are bringing in considerable business. R. Skiff Shelden of Houghton has been ap-
The United States produced a record 37,550,736,000 board feet of lumber in a year, valued at $621,151,388, plus 1,858,260,000 shingles worth $11,490,570. Yellow pine leads, Douglas fir rises sharply, and Washington, Louisiana, Oregon and others shift in ranks since 1899. Prices have risen about 49 percent on average, signaling dwindling cheap woods and expanding demand. Figures are from Circular 122, Forest Service.
D. Houston & Co. reports January copper activity was subdued aside from large exports. Domestic operations stayed limited due to weak manufacturing demand, though home consumption is gradually reviving. Europe remains the strongest market after the value rebound, with shipments totaling 299,884,450 pounds of copper.
The piece argues copper demand will not normalize until U S consumption rises above present levels. It cites steady price quotes of 1d to 144 cents for Lake and electrical copper, notes a lag in domestic needs but foresees stronger activity as dormant enterprise revives. Improved finance and banking access are seen driving future purchases by large manufacturers.
Washburn, the undefeated local team, beat Bessemer 21 to 8 at Washburn High. Washburn led with 16 points in the first half, while Bessemer closed the game with a 5 and 3 point second half.
The Chicago and North Western stops selling timberlands in Wisconsin and northern Michigan to grow tie and bridge timber for its 7500 mile network. The firm controls 250000 acres in the upper peninsula and 150000 acres in northern Wisconsin. Logging will be scientific with underbrush cleared, then replanting under plan endorsed by Gifford Pinchot. Cedar, hemlock, tamarack, oak, maple and elm will supply creosoted ties at Escanaba plant.
The article explains how walking form reflects character. Firm steps show steadiness and reliability while jerky steps signal nervous irritability. Quick strides imply energy. slow, thoughtful pacing suggests dreaming or deep thinking. Small steps indicate pettiness. generous types use long elastic strides more common in men than women.
Henry H. Ashton of Virginia City preserves early Twain volumes in his Levant bound library. He notes Twain wrote his first paragraph on arrival, reflecting on beginnings in literature. The source frames journalism as a craft tied to inspiration, discipline, and modest pay.
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