Public Morale and Government Truth in Wartime Airs Concerns
A U S editorial warns that conflicting Washington statements on gasoline tires and rationing undermine public morale and trust. It urges frank government action, clear facts, and consistent policies aligned with true conditions. It also notes the Education Department guidance on fire risks to newly requested school buildings and insurance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
U. S. Office of Education
Boards of Education
Department of Public Instruction
Coal Drives U.S. War Production Under Strain
The text praises coal as vital to industry and war, noting record production despite shortages. Drafts of experienced miners into the Army force reliance on less skilled workers and old machinery, yet industry leaders aim to boost output with fewer trained personnel and machines to support the arms program.
Freight by air expands wartime supply routes
A National Press Club speaker returning from a near world tour described air transports carrying thousands of pounds of diverse freight, including food. He argued air planes will soon handle vast freight volumes once shipped by ships, and mused whether common phrases may expand to include air travel in future history.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
National Press Club
U Boat Toll Strains East Coast Gasoline Flow
Widespread U boat sinkings have crippled gasoline movement to the East Coast. Rail and highway services claim capacity to meet demand, while pipelines receive mixed government support. The transportation shortage may persist as many businesses fail or adjust, with the public closely watching for a solution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prgram
Pick & Axe Why Dick The Chinese Chef Searches For Sandals
A curious tale follows Dick a Chinese chef from a local eatery as he frantically hunts for open toed sandals after an abrupt exit from a Finnish owned refreshment spot. The editors note a stereotyped comparison and hint at a motive linked to a foot difference. Bruno C is described as busy and sought after by locals during a festive build up.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Two Harbor
Grand opening invite and family ties noted
Invitation invites readers to Otto's Tavern grand opening at 7469 South Chicago Avenue Chicago June 12 14. Otto Johnson the host is a former Bessemer resident and son of Adolph Johnson and brother of Johnny Art and Dutley. A reader notes Kenny Y ranked first scholastically though listed last alphabetically among the Senior Class.
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Otto
South
Chicago Avenue
Chicago
Otto Johnson
Bessemer
Adolph Johnson
Johnny, Art
Dutley
Kenny Y
Kenny
John J. Jansen
East Iron Street
James Davey
Peckville
Penn
John Sr
T. J. Bennetts
Capt
W. J. Sincock
Negaunee
McDonald & Becon
Bear Lake
Watersmeet
Nissen Goetz
Hurley
Cudlip
Miss Sincock
Black River
Butler
Detroit visitors attend local Military Ball weekend
Former local young men now in Detroit traveled back for the Military Ball. A street vendor yelled sensational extras about crime and boxing. A weekend guest tip advised presenting sugar instead of flowers to gain attention from the hostess.
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Detroit
Five Years Ago in Bessemer June 11 1937 Highlights
Five years back on June 11 1937 Bessemer won its first interstate league game 8 to 6 in ten innings against Ramsay. Other notes include John Marchello opening a Class B restaurant on Lead Street and Harold Jacobson appointed deputy county treasurer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gogebic
Ishpeming
Michigan Tax Commission
Gogebic County
Michigan
Mather
Bessemer
Ramsay
John Marchello
Kalasavicz & Skwor
Lead Street
John C. Vincent
Harold Jacobson
Ironwood
Omenic Ballone
Lillian
St Lake City
Utah
Peter Contratto
William
Milwaukee
Chicago
Katherine DeMarte
Frank DeMarte
Nelson Williams
Elizabeth Williams
Anna Magdiak
Frank Grendick
St. Michael’s Catholic Church
James Carpenter
Marquette
Jennie Larson
S. A. Larson
Robert Nystrom
Marjorie Koronski
Faye Hansen
Shirley Sweum
Church of Transfiguration
H. E. Abelwhite
Marquette Episcopal Diocese
Michigan's Wolverines post successful year in Big Ten
Michigan finishes the year with two outright conference titles in swimming and golf and a baseball crown tie with Iowa. Other top finishes include football wrestling and tennis runners up or near, with a .591 team winning percentage across all sports. The article notes strong showings against Northwestern and Michigan State and urges saving wartime dollars for War Bonds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wolverines
Michigan
Iowa
Chicago
Indiana
Illinois
Ohio State
Purdue
Minnesota
Northwestern
Wolverine
Michigan State
Wildcats
From State
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THE
Bessemer Herald
Herald Publishing Company
E. Mary St
Bessemer, Michigan
Maurice R. Burt
Pick & Axe
Bruno C
Bruno
Elio’s
Uncle Sam
Dick Tracy
Purple Gang
Mandrakes
Palooka
Kayo
Raymond J. Mullen
Frank Barnich
W. H. Knight
Bessemer Township
John Burt
Arnold Vispi
Enrico Vispi
Crystal Falls
Mary Ferrari
Superior
Wyo
Peter Ferrari
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis
Harriet Abelman
Verner Velin
George Cummins
James Murray
Henry Murray
Amery
Wis
Charles Boline
Weindorf
Trevor
Paul
Williams
Ann Arbor
University of Michigan
Myra Carlson
Eveleth
Minn
John Carlson
Ina Strom
Evanston, Ill
Northwestern University
Alfred Roberts
John Hendrickson
Elsie Piper
Lucille Rupp
Ashland
Isabel Ziebur
Waukesha
Carroll College
Zita Johnston
Bisbee
Ariz
Anderson
Soo Line
John Gallagher
Mellen-Bessemer
Wm. Ryan
James Connel
Chippewa Falls
Pecard
Hilligan
Charles Hoffman
Merrillan Junction
Henry Hoffman
Guerdo Tu Anello
Colby Mine
Ella Donich
Food For Freedom
U. S. War Savings
U. S
Bessemer National Bank
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