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Newspaper

Bessemer Herald

Location

Bessemer, Michigan, United States of America

Date

Jun 03, 1905

Page

4

Michigan primary law passed by Republican legislature

Lansing reports the Michigan primary law for the next two years is framed and enacted by a Republican-dominated legislature. The house approved the bill 89 to 8 after two amendments to the forty percent feature were rejected. The senate concurred, and the act moves to printing for final form. The measure will be tested in the spring and fall for possible amendments.

Lansing Michigan House Senate

Report on The First National Bank of Bessemer 1905

Report of the condition of The First National Bank at Bessemer Michigan as of May 2 1905. Walter F Troettner cashier swore to the truth of the statement before notary William J Russen on June 1 1905. Attest: Wa I Peince Louis HL Treerenew Gronen TH Abner.

First National Bank Bessemer Michigan State OF Gogknic Walter F. Troettner Warren F. Treere New William J. Russenn Gogebie County Mich Wa. I. Peince Louis HL. Treerenew Gronen TH. Abner

Dying of Consumption Compared to Hunger Torment

An aged notice cites a testimonial on consumption's agony and praises Dr King's New Discovery as a quick, complete cure after failed medicines. It claims the remedy offers prompt relief for coughs colds sore throat and bronchitis and strongly asserts it prevents pneumonia. Sold at F B Jones drug store with a one dollar price and a free trial bottle.

Wm. Meyers Cearfoss Dr. King F. B. Jones’ Drug Store

Calumet Wins Upper Peninsula Track Meet At Ishpeming

Calumet tops Ishpeming and Bessemer in the Ishpeming track meet with 4114 points, followed by 322 for Ishpeming and 26 for Bessemer. Norway 14, Escanaba 7, Hancock 6, Ironwood 6, Munising and Menominee 0. Bessemer’s first year scoring includes Roy Zeh third in top yard dash, Will Kulasevicz first in pole vault, Roy Zeh second in discus, F Byrne third in high jump, John Kallander first in hammer throw.

Ishpeming Calumet Bessemer Norway Escanaba Hancock Ironwood Munising Menominee Roy Zeh Sinal Ben D'Sqra'ified Will Kulasezvicz F. Byrne John Kallander

School Census Completed in City for 1905

G. I. Zeibur completed the city school census showing 1 169 children of school age. The total marks an increase of 60 over last year. Distribution among wards is listed but not fully legible in the report.

Zeibur

Presbyterian Church Hosts Modern Woodmen Lodge Service

Special services for the lodge of Modern Woodmen will be held at the Presbyterian church Sunday morning at 4:30. Members and friends of the church as well as the lodge are invited to attend. The Sunday School will hold its regular session at 11:345.

Presbyterian Church

Methodist Sunday Services Promote Common Sense of Faith

On Sunday morning the theme will be The Common Sense of Faith. In the evening the first of the Children's Day Programs is planned, with Bible school at noon. Everyone is cordially invited to attend these services.

Electric Bitters Restores Kidney Health for Cherokee Man

C F Collier of Cherokee Indiana recounts a severe kidney disease that left him unable to sit without cushioning and plagued by back ache, headache, and low mood. He credits Electric Bitters as the cure restoring him to perfect health and recommends the tonic to others with weak kidneys liver or stomach. Guaranteed by F B Jones druggist at 50 cents.

C. F. Collier Cherokee F. B. Jones

Quality vs Quantity in Digestive Health Claims

An advertisement promotes Kodel Dyspepsia Care asserting it optimizes nutrient absorption from all foods, digests food regardless of stomach condition, and strengthens the system. It claims cures indigestion, dyspepsia, belching, sour stomach, and weak heart, with sales by F. B. Jones.

F. B. Jones

The Crafty Boss Bribes Up in Philadelphia Tale

Israel Zangwill told a Philadelphia audience at the Franklin Inn a tale of a crafty election boss who pressed for votes by bribery. A poor man faced a choice between opposing candidates and a higher bribe, finally straddling the fence as the boss offered twenty and twenty five dollars to sway the vote.

Israel Zangwil Philadelphia Franklin Inn

The Strength of Michael Angelo in the Sistine Ceiling

Charles H. Caffin notes in St. Nicholas that Michelangelo, though claiming to be a sculptor, painted the Sistine Chapel ceiling from 1508 to 1512. The vast 10,000 square feet holds 343 principal figures with many colossal forms, created by a 33 year old master, showing extraordinary expression even in Jeremiah.

Michael Angelo Charles H. Caffin St. Nicholas Julian II Sistine Chapel Rome Jeremiah

The Gest of Life Tale in a Quiet Refrain

Fragmentary prose poem reflecting on life and aging. It contemplates success, fame, and the passage from childhood to adulthood. The speaker suggests restraint, self-control, and the widening world as one matures, using metaphor of stars and windless vastness.

Breken

Bravery on Both Sides in Port Arthur Siege Compared

Boston Herald remarks on Manchuria war sentiment praising Port Arthur defense by the Russian garrison and Gen Stossel men while also honoring Gen Nogi and Japanese sacrifices. The piece notes England’s restrained praise for a victory deemed thousandfold greater than any siege in modern history.

Manchuria Port Arthur Russia Stow Nogi England Japan Boston Herald

Promising Diamond Prospect Near Marquette to Begin Drilling

Promoters Mary Reinhardt and Toledo investors plan to drill 400 acres in Sands township near Marquette. The Pellisier farm lands in section 16, town 47 north, range 15 west were optioned May 19 for 40 000. Diamond drillers Cole and McDonald of Virginia Minnesota will start about June 1, with local Negaunee crews joining as needed. Signed by Marquette Journal.

Marquette Sands Township Mary G. Reinhardt West Barage Avenue Toledo Peilisier Town Range 15 Amedee Pellisier Pellisier Reinhardt Cole & McDonald Diamond Drill Prospectors Virginia Minn Iron Mountain Negaunee Marquette Journal

Bucklen’s Arica Salve Proves Effective for Sores

No secret about Bucklen’s Arica Salve. It cured a bad sore and heals sore eyes, according to LD L Gregory of Hope Texas. Available for 25c at F B Jones’ drug store.

O. K LD. L. Gregory Hope Texas F. B. Jones

Bad Scare Ad Promotes King’s New Life Pills

An advertisement warns of a possible bad scare from abdominal pain and promotes Dr King s New Life Pills as a cure for bowel and stomach issues. It claims guaranteed relief at F B Jones drug store for 25 cents and urges readers to try them.

Dr. King F. B. Jones

DeWitts Little Early Risers Promote Rough Health

If in a bilious mood you seek aid to digest food these pills are praised as the famous Little Pills EARLY RISERS. They cure constipation sick headache biliousness and similar ills without gripping or sickening. Suitable for children or adults sold by F. B.

DeWitt F. B. Jones

Children’s Day Services Planned By Methodist Sunday School

Children’s Day services will be held in two installments with the first next Sunday evening and the second on June 11. The program for the upcoming Sunday includes hymns, scripture lesson, prayers, anthems, and performances by multiple students and choirs, ending with hymn No. 872 and notices and offering.

Methodist Sunday School Gertrude Bennetts Jesus Pearl Kevern Carrie Palmear Dolly Jago John Chester Bennetts Marion Turner Blanche Thomas Bernard Becker Jamie Bennetts Olive Fulford Lillie Green Heart Pictures Erma Webb Emily Fulford Fowler Osborne Pearl Bennetts Lillian Blewett Elmer Thomas Dora Frank The the Hand Esther Johnson Lillian Mayer Mabel Roberts Bertha Ham Lizzie Becker

Card of Thanks for Harry Cox and Brothers

We extend heartfelt thanks to our friends for kindness and sympathy during our bereavement. The loss of our father and brothers is greatly felt and deeply appreciated by family and loved ones.

Harry Cox

Very Low Excursion Rates to Pacific Coast

North-Western Line offers discounted fares from May 23 to June 2 for trips to San Francisco Los Angeles Portland Tacoma Seattle and nearby points with favorable return limits due to the National Council Knights of Columbus gathering in Los Angeles Two daily fast trains The Overland Limited electric lighted and under three days travel The California Express with drawing room and tourist sleeping cars Rates and tickets available from Chicago and North-Western Railway agents.

National Council Knights of Columbus Los Angeles Pacific Coast Overland Limited California Express Chicago & North-Western R’y

The Salve That Penetrates by DeWitt’s Witch Hazel

DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve claims penetrative antiseptic healing for boils burns cuts eczema and skin diseases. It is advertised as a remedy for piles and is sold by F. B. Jones, made by E. C. DeWitt & Co.

DeWitt E. C. DeWitt & Co F. B. Jones

Annual Spring Excursions Offer From Local Rail Lines

The DS and A RY, D C, and D B Boat lines announce their annual spring excursion program with set travel dates and return limits. Fares from Bibon to Detroit 10, Toledo 10.50, Cleveland 11.50, Buffalo 12.00, berths and staterooms priced, meals listed, contact phone 11 for details.

Bibon Thomaston Detroit Toledo Cleveland Buffalo St Ignace

Kodol Dyspepsia Cure Endorsed by West Virginia Governor

Gov. G. W. Atkinson of West Virginia says he has used several bottles of Kodol Dyspepsia Cure and found it effective for stomach ailments, recommending it to friends. The ad claims the remedy digests all foods, tones the stomach, cures dyspepsia and indigestion, builds red blood, and rebuilds worn tissues, with sale by F. B. (publisher).

G. W. Atkinson W. Va F. B. Jones

One Minute Cough Cure Praised for Children

The Children’s Favorite is promoted as a safe and effective remedy for coughs croup and whooping cough. Marketed as harmless and tasty with no opiate, it is sold by F. B. at local outlets.

F. B. Jones

North Side Residence for Cash Sale

For sale a residence on the North Side offered to any buyer able to pay cash at a reasonable figure. The seller will consider only a spot cash deal.

Passenger Rates Reduced for Western Routes

From March first to May fifteenth inclusive the Great Northern Railway will offer greatly reduced one way tickets to Montana Idaho Washington Oregon California Utah Colorado Nevada Arizona and New Mexico points. Full details available at the City Ticket Office 432 West Superior Street or by contacting A Brostedt Northern Passenger Agent Duluth Minnesota.

Great Northern R'y Montana Idaho Washington Oregon California Utah Colorado Nevada Arizona New Mexico West Superior St A. Brostedt Northern Duluth Minn

Special Summer Rates on North-Western Line Tickets

The North-Western Line offers low rate round-trip tickets every Saturday and Sunday to Mercer Manitowish Lac du Flam beau Woodruff Tomahawk Lake Mc Naughton Rhinelander and Gogebic with return allowed until the following Monday. Apply to agents Chicago and North-Western Ry.

North-Western Mercer Manitowish Lac du Flambeau Woodruff Tomahawk Lake McNaughton Rhinelander Gogebic Chicago & North-Western R'y

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