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Newspaper
Bessemer Herald
Location
Bessemer, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1913
Page
4
The article argues that seed selection and cross fertilization can vastly boost yields. United States Department of Agriculture tests show rejecting low vitality grains can raise crops by 14 percent, equating to about 437 million extra bushels and over 200 million dollars in farm value.
Outdoor sports are highlighted as ideal for all ages as better weather arrives. The piece emphasizes outdoor practice complements winter gym work, noting fresh air boosts vigor for athletes and non athletes alike and encourages outdoor activity as part of a healthy lifestyle.
The secretary of the navy abolishes the terms port and starboard for plain right and left. Gloucester fishermen, salt-crusted from the sea, resist using landlubber terms, and the ruler faces further demands from those tied to the sea’s traditions.
A woman physician observes brunettes tend to be steady, changing less and specializing, sticking to one field. Brunettes who become blondes, however, show a clear tendency to seek variety in appearance or pursuits.
A man who fell for a Chicago widow because of her feet is sued by her for breach of promise. It seems she refused to serve as a substitute for the roller he uses on his lawn.
After repeated harm by his spouse including a frying pan strike, broken arm, hot water poured, scratches and hair pulling, a Georgia man concludes she does not love him anymore. The remark underscores a troubled relationship with domestic strife.
A Philadelphia proposal urges the Navy Department to replace starboard and port with haw and gee to resemble familiar farming terms. The aim is to make ship commands clearer for naval newcomers from the agricultural belt.
Consolation for Chicago residents with servant girls demanding weekly parlor access. result expected is a reduced gas bill. The note hints at social tensions influencing utility costs in the city.
A French municipality proposes a novel revenue idea by levying a tax on baby carriages as a source of income, reflecting inventive yet controversial approaches to public funding.
Grafting dates back to the era of the early Egyptians with social philosophers of their time likely recognizing it as an ancient practice.
A bold proposal urges crossing the ocean in a single day. The era’s brisk replies reflect a shift toward audacious ideas, with proponents arguing speed demands innovation while critics warn of practical limits and risks.
Traverse City hosts a 50 member Michigan Potato Grading association formed from Grand Rapids Cadillac Manton Traverse City Onekama Welworth and Elmira. L F Perkett of Traverse City elected president with S D Lardie as secretary the plan to unify grading and marketing of potatoes then expand statewide to compel membership for market strength.
Michigan postal clerks meet in Lansing for annual convention. A resolution proposes extending civil service exams to postmasters of all office classes to boost efficiency and will be sent to Washington. Delegates advocate Sunday closing of post offices, civil service retirement bills, and pensions for long serving workers. Officers elected include Fred L. Trout as president and Miss Lillian Dove as second vice president. The 57 delegates from 26 offices elected Jackson to host the 1914 convention.
Dr Guy L Kiefer of Detroit urged training schools for public health nurses at the state conference of charities and corrections in Ann Arbor praising Detroit’s efforts. D E McClure of Lansing warned of wasted lives from slow sanitation and urged prioritizing sanitation over profit. Alexander Johnson of Angola called for greater cooperation among health groups. Dr A S Warthin highlighted tuberculosis fight and private citizenship support. Miss Luella Burton spoke on low wages and lack of supervised recreation for girls. Dr E A Christian urged county agents to aid insane patients after hospitalization to avoid environmental relapse.
Incorporations report two new manufacturers. George DPD Switzer Co of Ypsi Lanti with 9000 dollars capital forms New Manufacturing Co in Detroit with 150000 dollars to manufacture automobiles. Principal stockholders include C W Jackson and B W Denison. Keeton Manufacturing Co of Detroit with 1000 dollars forms to manufacture racing cars led by F M Keeton and Ji S Sehafar.
Washington reports about 225000 deposited in 19 Michigan banks under Secretary McAdoo's order requiring national banks to pay 2 percent on government funds. Included banks list across cities: Detroit Battle Creek Grand Rapids Houghton Jackson Lansing Ludington etc.
Claude H Stevens of Detroit attorney for the Michigan Anti saloon league has applied to Secretary of State Martindale for the form to prepare a state wide prohibition amendment petition to submit the question for state wide action.
About 100 delegates from Michigan German ald society lodges attended the Port Huron convention. Acting Mayor Dixon welcomed them as Mrs. Riegel of Bay City, state president, spoke on the society's rapid progress since its inception.
Washington City sidereights lampoons the idea that the agriculture department’s main function is sending out seeds. A conductor heckles visitors as officials lament the misperception, urging guides to reveal broader work in meteorology, animal and plant industries, forestry, soils, chemistry, and more.
Oregon congressman Albert Johnson, once a city reporter and editor, tried to send 800 words of his first House speech to Harry Brown of a Portland paper. The telegraph company relayed 1,500 words but the paper cut it to two parts before reaching Portland, saving money and time for Brown and the paper.
Ninety five American teachers set out for the Philippines selected from a large civil service list. They come from nearly every state and represent top universities and normal schools. Most are college graduates with varied preparation for agricultural, manual training, domestic science, and trade school roles. They embark on two year contracts to test suitability, with only eighty five vacancies noted this year among roughly seven hundred positions, reflecting strong faith in Philippine education.
In front of a yellow brick house at 16th and P streets two white marble lion statues stride along the walk from the porch toward the sidewalk. They seem twins, each with a lifted foreleg and heads turned southeast, walking in step as daily traffic streams by the busy edge of town.
A travel note surveys the Dutch Zuider Zee region. Enkhuizen is a fading “dead city” where harbor silting and declining trade emptied streets. Hoorn preserves medieval features. Edam charms with canal houses and hillside cheese fame. Harlingen remains fresh as a northern port with steamers to Hull.
Mrs K R Ask wife of Skagway Alaska merchant leapt overboard off Prince Rupert B C as Spokane steamed northward. She was found unconscious but alive on a beach by fishermen next morning. She and her husband and two year old child shared a stateroom. she is described as an invalid. Wireless alerts were sent to ships and stations. Spokane operator later learned she had been picked up and taken to a Prince Rupert hospital.
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