Northwestern railroad foresees strong 1925 in ore and freight moves
Gogebic range mining and railroad officials predict an exceptionally good year for iron ore and related traffic. Chicago and North Western Railway officials express confidence in 1925, citing diversified traffic including coal ore and mines, with farm grain yet to move and a rebound in business expected across commodities.
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Gogehic Range
Chicago and Northwestern Railway
William H. Finley
Northwestern
Chicago & Northwestern
United States
Chicago
Labor Banks Grow Across the U S
The Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers started the first labor bank in Cleveland and seven more are forming with 69 additional projects pending. Frederick J. Haskin warns banks must operate legally to protect depositors and avoid radical aims.
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Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineer
Cleveland
Organ- Wallen
Frederick J. Haskin
el Paso Herald
Hessean
Whatta bum joke prompts complaints at a minstrel show
Patrons at a minstrel event gripe about tired jokes and performers. Readers joke about long wait times, mixed reactions to choruses, and concerns over racially charged performances. One spectator laments the length and value while others note smells and crowd behavior.
Calm Before the Blizzard Warns of Big Snowstorm
The week’s pleasant weather is described as the calm before a major blizzard. Forecasters warn residents to prepare as heavy snow and dangerous conditions are expected to arrive soon.
If You Are Well Bred You Will Not Speak of Tomorrow Eclipse
A cautionary note urges modesty about predicting a solar eclipse. The text warns against claiming to witness an eclipse if the day is overcast or uncertain, recommending restraint in foretelling celestial events.
What's in a name Lincoln Abraham in Minocqua
The town treasurer of Minocqua Wisconsin is named Lincoln Abraham. The item notes the unusual personal name and local civic role with concise context.
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Minocqua, Wis
Lincoln Abraham
Remembering Sunday Cutter Rides and Livery Stables
A reminiscence recalls days when couples enjoyed cutter rides on Sundays and the town livery stable thrived. The scene faded over time with no modern cutters in sight, save for museum displays.
Grand Lodge Covers January Dues Payment
A humorous note reports that the grand lodge will pay the January lodge assessments, relieving members from that financial obligation and promising a lighter start to the new year.
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Grand Lodge
Annexation vote expected in Ramsay district
Rumors circulate that the Ramsay area will vote in spring on annexation to Bessemer. Locals, including Ramsay residents, appear favorable and anticipate a social event aligned with the election.
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South Bessemer
Mich
P&a
Bessemer
Ramsay
Our Letter Department Puzzling Missive From Readers
A fragmented reader letter describes nerves and plans for a Sunday outing to the Brite Spot. The writer references an oldtimer at the Passe ay steks and questions Vin versus an amateur, with moniker MOS Weaver and a cryptic note about synthetic ghia mivel svat and war men.
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P& M
Sean Man
Bret
Evers Tosly
Vin
Mos Weaver
Smoky Joe Moves From Courtside to Radio Booth
A veteran broadcaster Smoky Joe departs basketball game duties to join a major radio station. His move shifts from courtside hollering to nationwide live commentary, signaling a broader media role.
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Smoky Joe
Local News Items from January 24 1924
One year ago on January 24 1924 several water concerns were sent to the abaly department at Houghton laboratory after reports that water was unsafe for drinking. James Lerza a former pestdentic from this city arrived from Fresno California and reconnected with locals. Karling Veling returned from Ashland after foot infection treatment at St Joseph hospital. County Engineer C F Winkler came back from Chicago after highway engineers convention. Zigmund Godlowski recovers from appendicitis at St Joseph hospital in Ashland. Joseph Blaha left for Milwaukee to attend the annual automobile show.
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Borie
Abaly
Houghton Laboratory
Ao Orumar
Dlin Hoge
Water Works
James Lerza
Fresno
Calif
Karling Veling
Ashland
St. Joseph’s Hospital
Winkler
Chicago
Zigmund Godlowski
St. Joseph Hospital
Joseph Blaha
Milwaukee
Filss opens new meat market in Dershbach block
Twenty years ago on January 21 1908 August Filss opened his new meat market in the Dershbach block and sent out the first load of goods with Lou Guyer on the delivery sleigh. The item notes Filss is a longtime Bessemer resident and wishes him success.
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August Filss
Dershbach
Lou Guyer
Filss
Bessemer
G. J. Loope
Frank
Santiago
Calif
Loope
Chicago
William Wroblewski
Amos Shephard
Mesaba Range
Colby and Ironton
Reuben Harrington
Herald
Woman's Statement on Adterika Aids Bessemer Constipation
A Bessemer woman claims Adterika cured her cooking related sour meals and gas. The ad says most medicines affect only the lower bowel while Adterika cleans upper and lower bowels, relieving gas and poisons in ten minutes, via Bessemer Pharmacy.
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Bessemer Pharmacy
Doan's Pills Tackle Early Kidney Warning
A Bessemer resident shares how backache signals kidney trouble and how Doan's Pills aided recovery. The ad urges kidney health, notes price at dealers, and credits Foster Milburn Co New York as the maker.
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Bright
Dean
Bessemer
Mia
M. A. Dyer
Silver St
Doan
Mea. Dyer
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo, N. Y
Ainsworth Car Payments Trouble Revealed in Banter
In a light exchange, Lem complains monthly automo bility issues traced to payments. The dialogue hints at ongoing financial strain affecting vehicle ownership.
Building And Loan Reports Six Month Gain In Stockholders
The Building and Loan reports a six month period with stockholders’ accounts growing and reserves increased by 816,000 to meet state requirements. The association notes rising first mortgages and contracts across the upper peninsula and surrounding districts, signaling strong expansion and investor confidence.
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Viel Nee
Reat
Upper Peninsula
Mortenees
Sam
Probate Notice in Michigan Court Proceedings 1926
The Probate Court of Michigan issues a notice in November 1926 for the estate of a deceased person. Creditors must file their claims with the probate office by March 1925. The order directs a public announcement and appointment of a time for hearings and adjustments of debts and claims against the estate.
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Walliam
At & Tek
Tim
Lars
Sai
1924 Revenue Act Changes Tax Returns and Deadlines
The 1924 revenue act raises exemptions for married couples and adjusts earned income deductions. Returns are due from January 1 to March 15, 1925, with at least one quarter of the tax due sent to the internal revenue collector for the taxpayer’s district. Joint or separate returns may be filed for married couples.
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Evers
Internal Revenue
Whimsical Barber Exchange Over Razor Tugging
A humorous exchange between a customer and barber centers on a tugging razor. The customer complains that the razor pulls, and the barber replies that the whiskers will be dealt with if the handle holds.
Fragmentary legal note with obscured names
A garbled legal notice references unnamed parties and generic duties. Readable fragments mention obligation, a duty to assist, and a vaguely dated timeline, but no clear actions, entities, or outcomes are identifiable.
Unclear fragment hints at a local incident
Fragmentary text mentions drinking and control but lacks identifiable people, places, or events to form a definite news item.
Northwestern Railway Case Shifts In New York Court
A fragmented notice reports a legal matter involving the New York Army and Navy and Northwestern Railway Company. Proceedings reference multiple cases, mentions St Lawrence Train, and an attorney Frank A Bell of Minnesota, with dates and parties unclear due to damaged text.
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Newthwestern Raitom Em
Pehlie
Hestemer
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