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Newspaper
Bessemer Herald
Location
Bessemer, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1925
Page
4
Local column records numerous short notices. Dates reference recent returns from Iron Mountain Wausau Duluth and Detroit plus births at the Anvil and hospital visits. Individuals named include Rev Chas Fraser Mrs John Scavarda Miss Marguerite Bayliss and Dr and Mrs R E Hickey with several relatives and visitors noted.
An old advertisement warns about digestive issues and constipation and promotes Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea as a remedy. It claims many have seen wonderful results and urges taking the tea steaming hot at bedtime to fight colds pneumonia grips flu.
Mrs E Ellos and daughter Miss Vina return home to Hampton Wisconsin Monday after visiting since Friday night with Misses Madeline and Minnie Ellos and other relatives. Miss Augustine Gotta leaves for Battle Creek to train as a nurse at the Sanitarium after a month visiting her parents Mr and Mrs Peter Gotta. Mrs Charles Harkins returns to Ironton Minnesota with her mother Mrs Elizabeth Marti who will visit with her daughter indefinitely.
D. B. Gillies vice president and general manager of McKinney Steel Company and E. S. McNiel general superintendent leave Cleveland Friday for Crystal Falls after several days in town on business.
Mrs Edward Hellman and daughter Ruth left Wednesday afternoon for Saxon to visit her parents Mr and Mrs John Sarela for an indefinite period Edward Hellman departed Sunday to take employment at Saxon
The Lads Aid of the Methodist Church will hold a pasty sale on Thursday at the Geeebic Electric Shop. Pasty sales run from the noon hour until evening.
Friends surprised Mrs E H Ekman Saturday evening marking her birthday anniversary. A gift was presented in remembrance of the surprise and thirty guests enjoyed a pleasant social evening followed by luncheon at 10 50.
The Barber school Parent Teachers Association hosts a public dance this evening at the school to raise funds for buying oranges for under nourished students. Music will be provided and lunch will be served.
At the regular monthly Sharon Lutheran meeting at Mrs. Otto Johnsen home the Doreas sewing society elected officers for the year. President Miss Olsa Hansen Vice President Mrs J W Johnson Secretary Mrs Alberg Swedberg Treasurer Miss Jennet Stoner ark.
The Lady Maccabees hosted a card party at the Odd Fellows hall with many attendees. Bridge games filled ninety tables. first prize went to Mrs. Charles D. Fournier and second to Mrs. G. W. Koronski, while Fred LaVoy and Herman LeClaire earned runner up honors. A splendid luncheon followed, prepared by the Lady Maccabees committee.
Miss Bria Entertaine hosted a small group at her home on Wednesday with sewing and socializing followed by lunch served to Misses Bertha Carlson Edythe Peterson Lillian Johnson Margaret Boline Mildred Carlson and Mabel Olson. Mrs E Lo Cochran celebrated her son Richard's twelfth birthday with a Rex theatre party and a later home gathering for seven friends.
Mrs Brown entertained at her home Saturday afternoon for a birthday party with friends in attendance. A large birthday cake decorated with six blue candles centered the table as guests enjoyed a delibsuue boats and casual afternoon social.
Elizabeth Ann Cochran Ruth Ada and Jean McMinn Yvonne Tate Ve heen Proctor Lillian Muett June Anderson Billie Cluett Reuben Kitto and Billie McMinn are named in a community roster highlighting local residents and social figures. The list emphasizes family names and neighbors typical of a period social column.
The Wakefield Sharon Luther League hosts a sleighride in the Memorial building with a local program and lunch. Members and friends are invited, and those planning to attend should notify Miss Hazel Richardson before Wednesday.
Mrs Mullen entertained at her home Saturday afternoon with three bridge tables. Honors for high score went to Mrs Stevens and Mrs Hansen. The decor featured pink and sweet peas and luncheon was served to twelve guests.
Ada Strom entertained at her home Saturday night for classmates of the graduating class of 19th. The gathering featured music and jovial spirits. Luncheon was served at 11 30 to guests including Mrs Clarence Ethier Mrs Henry Wacner of Sault Ste Marie Mrs Alfred Schewe and Misses Marion Wozniak Helen Johnston Mildred MacFarlane and Marguerite Dadsliss of Detroit.
The American Legion locals host an entertaining evening for the Auxiliary in the new hall on Friday night January seventh. Members invite a friend, with fine music for dancing and refreshments served. It is the first party in the hall this year as the Legion works toward a successful affair.
Mrs Joseph Reis died at Union hospital after treatment for heart lesions. She was about 40 years old and survived by her husband. Funeral services were held Monday led by Rev Charles Mc Fraser. Anvil PTA plans a dress up party at the school Friday evening in the new auditorium after wall removal. Nine girls from the Queen Esther Circle of Ironwood’s English M E Church spent Saturday at James Ford’s home. The Bessemer Women’s Club met Tuesday with members including Mrs Berteling, Mrs Turner, and Mrs Ford. Miss Mayme Endrizzi and Primo Teller of Milwaukee announce a coming marriage in Milwaukee on February 6. Endrizzi has long lived in Anvil.
The Miller Company A M Davison Company Grinnel Bros and Warrick Bros stores in Flint were damaged to the extent of 100 dollars by fire and are undergoing repairs.
From experience, the speaker notes that a man who proclaims himself boss at home tends to be similarly domineering in other areas, signaling broader character flaws beyond the household.
Bessemer High shifts to schoolwide production for the Drift annual. This year the yearbook invites all students to submit essays for the Humorous Banutry Content contest, aiming to boost participation and make the 1925 annuals winner.
A week ago at the Gym a high school game between faculty and students showed oddities. The first quarter saw the students score three baskets to none for faculty. During intermission a purse was seen changing hands between Jack Williams and C B Richards. The following play the students slowed, allowing instructors to gain ground, and then didn't try to catch up. It’s claimed the game was staged to raise money for the serial team and Mr Matteson missed his part, possibly to seek more cash.
The judges select the four best puzzles from Helen Semmerling Francis Nemacheck Tolva Matteson and Adolph Cavosie in the Senior Junior American History Crossword Puzale Contest. Semmerling's puzzle to appear in the 1925 Drift.
On Wednesday at noon photographers captured formal group portraits of the Driftstag participants and the Junior Dramatics Club. The session produced official images for club records and event archives.
Bad Ane mayor Henry Barthy pushes construction of a multiuse city hall housing offices department audatorium and restrooms to improve civic safety and access for residents.
County road commissioners invite bids for grading and groveling of several pedestrian strips in Stronoch Manistee and Norman townships. The Ann Arbor census reports population growth to 23.87 percent, up from 18,516.
The Presbyterian Church holds morning worship at 10 30 with a sermon After the Eclipse What if it Faile Us An anthem and duet during service Sunday school at 11 80 Season deans Comforts His Disciples Puritan Community 8 8 2 90 Evening service at 7 00 Pastors Close 4 00 Rev Chas MeL Fraser officiating
Sunday School at 10:00. Preaching at 11:300. Junior League at 2:00. Epworth League at 6:90. Evening services at 7:30. Sermon titled The Unselfish Sister. Choir practices Friday at 7:05. Rev James Roberts officiates.
Sunday school site and renting services announced at Bromwood. Settees available for use with Bromwood Tanto. Choir practice slated for Tuesday evening. Confirmation service scheduled for Saturday morning led by Rev. CoA Benander.
Marriage licenses granted include Peter Dallane and Anna Adams of Dessemer Michigan. Vincent Moore and Bertha Mayott of Odanah Wisconsin. Lois Schweitkie and Einore Boredtey of Butternut Wisconsin. George Zimmerian of Westhore Wisconsin and Mary Shebestak Ramsay Maine. Oscar Marteleson and Martha Karp of Tronwood Michigan. David Shatter and Corrine Rieharson of Mason Wisconsin. William Holappa and Gillan of Ironwood Michigan. George U L Kovoles and Frances Nleagucku of Wakefle Michigan.
The note urges study and planning to build skill for a radio operator at station NYA in Pingsille. It emphasizes thinking, practicing, and preparing to become a capable operator.
Work has begun on the new Hew Flo hospital project at Woandot, signaling a major expansion for regional health facilities. Local officials say the facility will bring improved emergency services and expanded outpatient care to the area.
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