June 17 1932 edition notes
The issue dated Friday June 17 1932 marks the Friday release of volume 47 number 25. It presents the standard newspaper contents of that period including local notices, weather, classifieds and brief community items.
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Newspaper
Bessemer Herald
Location
Bessemer, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1932
Page
2
The Silver Problem and American Prosperity
Debased silver reduces global purchasing power and hurts exports. Factories across the United States have closed as world gold is scarce. Experts seek a practical gold to silver ratio to restore prosperity and stabilize economies nationwide.
Tax spending bodies and rising government costs hit economy
An authoritative source warns there are over 500000 tax spending bodies in the United States. By end of the fiscal year 14 billion dollars will have been spent, about one fifth of national income. Government costs have surged from 8.5 percent of income in 1913 to 15.3 percent in 1929 and are forecast to reach at least 30 percent, threatening wealth and earnings through higher taxation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
The Railroad Enigma And its Economic Stakes
The piece argues railroads are major taxpayers and employers harmed by government subsidized competition from ships and trucks. It claims regulation reduced their profitability since the war, hurting wages, employment, and public tax receipts, urging public support to protect this vital industry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ritchie
Rockefeller Jr withdraws support for Prohibition
The Ishpeming Iron Ore notes that John D. Rockefeller Jr. urged repeal of the Eighteenth Amendment, signaling a shift in funding away from the dry cause. It notes the Rockefeller family's temperance stance and their belief that current laws cannot be enforced, suggesting evolving attitudes even in the South.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John D. Rockefeller, Jr
Rockefeller
South
Ishpeming
The Rabble Marches On
A World War veteran laments veterans marching on Washington to demand money. He questions their motives and accuses groups of trading on past glories while contrasting with farmers and laborers feeding the country. The piece reflects wartime veteran discontent and social tension.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Pictor' Ss
Veterans denounce unrest and urge lawful action for bonuses
The Michigan State Digest quotes a veteran advocate criticizing radical actions by some veterans, urging adherence to law and orderly methods to obtain promised bonuses. He warns against political intimidation, praises the uniform’s respect, and argues patriotism rests in supporting government processes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Legion
Congress
Anoce
Michigan State Digest
Missing cash register sparks town cabal of guards
On a sweltering day Bruno C. left his shop for ice cream and returned to find his cash register gone. The chase led to a display window at the Business Men's Association office where the device was found as a courtesy safeguard.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bruno C
Bruno
Law and Order
Business Men’s Association
Association
Mr. C
Eve
The Goat by Arthur Gutterman
A satirical verse attacks the President, urging blame for economic woes and global crises. The poem repeats calls to denounce and investigate the President, arguing public dissatisfaction funds the act and that droughts and wars stem from presidential blunders.
Moe Earns A Laurel Wreath Local Fisherman Hero
Moe A. is honored as a fisherman after catching a large trout on a bare hook at Lake Gugebic a couple Sundays ago. The feat astonishes friends and adds him to the local legends among Isaac Wallon’s followers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moe A
Moe
Lake Gugebic
Isaac Wallon
Reformed School Recruits Comment on False Fire Alarms
The fire watchman reports two false alarms in the past week from the same box. He condemns the pranksters who waste emergency services and suggests harsher punishment to deter such incidents in Michigan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michigan
Pxere
Paster Musician Question About Freddie Brother
A fragment mentions a musician asking about Freddie and a neighbor asked where his brother is. The terse lines imply a casual street scene with music and a possibly interrupted performance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Freddie
Poison Ivy Precautions and Treatments Outlined
An article explains how poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac cause skin inflammation from a resin. It notes variability in susceptibility, advises protective oil like cottonseed oil, hot soapy baths after exposure, and salt solutions as remedies. It mentions injections of the plant resin and cites 1938 copyright.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bonnet Brows Corporation
Chicago
Probate notice in Selma Peterson estate hearing
In Bes semer Michigan the Probate Court sets July 13 1983 at 10 am for hearing Ralph R Peterson petitioning to administer the estate of Selma Peterson. Notice to the public to appear is ordered via Bessemer Herald for three weeks prior to the hearing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bessemer
Harry K. Bay
Selma Peterson
Ralph R. Peterson
Bessemer Herald
Swiss Watchmaker Unveils Electric Timepiece
Country Gentleman reports Georges Pelaton, a Swiss watchmaker, has perfected an electric watch powered by a tiny storage battery. The prototype marks a new era in portable accuracy and clockwork technology.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Georges Pelaton
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Maurice R. Burt
Herald Publishing
Bessemer, Michigan
Second Clate Mall
Pick & Axe
Arthur Gutterman
Wall Street
Europe
China
Reform School
William J. Scholes
State OF
Gegebic
B. Anderson
Bayer
Piret National Bank of
First National Bank of
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Way
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