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Newspaper
Bessemer Herald
Location
Bessemer, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1931
Page
10
John Holland longtime Gogebic county figure and former Bessemer mayor and state representative died last Sunday after a long illness. He was known for his honesty, public service, and steadfast stand for the common people, earning the respect of colleagues and constituents.
Governor Wilber Brucker, just five months in office, campaigns in the Upper Peninsula amid legislative tensions. Senator Herbert Rushton questions executive plans, accusing efforts to hijack laws through the assembly. The uproar signals electoral and party provocation shaping the governor's early term.
Fragmentary OCR text hints at an upcoming development or event labeled by a "boom" and an imminent arrival, with no clear details on dates people places or organizations. The readable portion suggests anticipation rather than a reported occurrence.
The Michigan State Digest argues Mrs Bina West Miller should resign from the national Republican committee after a bill lets married women keep separate residences in Port Huron and Chicago. The piece says Miller’s shift to Illinois undermines Michigan representation and calls for Illinois office pursuit.
A weekly look at road and car issues highlights West Virginia’s new traffic law effective May end limiting slow driving and raising the top speed to 45 mph under suitable conditions. It notes oil companies pulling roadside posters, reports highway and vehicle value at about 30 billion dollars annually, and the large taxpayer cost of highway upkeep while all benefit from good roads.
A weekend visit by Governor Brucker in Gogebic County drew large crowds who enjoyed meeting Wilber and the governor. Locals felt pleased with the appearance though opinions were mixed about the school election aftermath and immediate financial payments.
The column discusses recent rain events and a drought issue with questions about its impact and implications for local water supplies, agriculture, and daily life. It surveys weather activity and public concerns, hinting at approaching remedies or policy discussions.
The piece notes a notable departure and hints at regrets over a passage, mentioning a star shooter and senior class changes. It suggests the upcoming year may see a close race with about 500 students anticipated, an increase from prior totals.
The article reviews repeated business downturns from 1837, 1850s, 1873, 1889, 1907, and earlier, noting each downturn lasted months to years and was followed by longer boom periods. It says the current downturn has lasted nearly twenty months, with a tendency for longer depressions to yield stronger booms.
Slim A. told Teresa he has not left Ashland and granted time to a group of financial experts. He claimed the business upturn should arrive soon, with a possible improvement by 135.
Report says Sam faced about fifteen protesters and the entire crowd in a tense argument last week. Observers note he may seek a new trial or recount, though he remains doubtful about the outcome.
The Bessemer track team secured first place at the Upper Peninsula meet last Saturday with multiple firsts and strong performances. Event details mention top finishes, individual throws, and injuries with a overall team victory highlighted by several athletes.
An unreadable OCR segment mentions names and dates but is largely garbled. It references a person, a place, and a probable event timeline, with scattered phrases like Weldes and an aftermteam, but no clear actions or outcomes.
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