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Newspaper
Bessemer Herald
Location
Bessemer, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1931
Page
11
Rumors and gossip sparked bank runs in Ironwood and Fronwood harming the district’s financial reputation. A second Ironwood bank run is blamed on loose tongues though the bank remains solid on the Gogebic range. Officials warn rumor spreaders cause wider damage than anticipated.
The passage extols Michigan’s natural resources, scenery, industries, and educational institutions. It promotes Michigan as a prosperous, crime-free place for residents and tourists, urging efforts to highlight the state’s advantages through advertising in the press and by businesses like Michigan Bell.
A garbled wartime page notes dining, materials, and price trends at a station hotel and in markets. References to Caletoass sat ote, Dre Chalke, and Carsten indicate discussions of supply costs, consumer prices, and upcoming measures. The text mentions social discourse and local reactions to wartime shortages and policy shifts.
A satirical lament on heavy regulation in the country, arguing that too many laws burden citizens. It contrasts strict traffic limits and prohibition with the idea that enforcement creates widespread fines and public unease.
The text argues that constant new laws overwhelm the justice system making enforcement impractical due to insufficient courts and jails to handle minor offenses. It reflects concerns about legal overreach and resource limits.
Pick and Axe Wakefield supports a new gym while residents irritated by the county’s oldest gym proposal argue the current one remains adequate. The open pitters push for change amid local debate about facilities and budget.
Scotty G. advocates for a new hotel in Bessemer, urging local leaders to act. The call, made in a public discussion, highlights growth needs and potential economic benefits for the city.
A tongue in cheek suggestion asks why Detroit teams ignore a quirky motto to plant trees and shrubs. The comment contrasts civic greening with sports team practices and uses playful phrasing about the zame concept.
In Jessemer the Sunday closing ordinance was enforced after Rev. J. G. Rutledge arrived two weeks ago. All saloons were closed last Sunday and a Bessemer Ashland ball game was halted under state law. The measure’s impact on welfare remains debated as Captain Adolphus B. Pence leaves for Greeley and then Hawaii, promising Herald contact for a year.
Three boys Slim A Herbie H and Johnnie N returned from a trip to Minneapolis unable to speak much. Slim only managed to say the Twin Cities show no low mood but are very busy. Translated from Arabic this implies times are hard in St Paul and Minneapolis.
All towns in the Gogebic range plan celebrations for Independence Day except Bessemner, leaving a note of regional variation in holiday observance and community plans.
Residents report police on the Gogebic range are waking up to enforce traffic laws. They aim to curb violators and speeders, noting the difficulty of catching a driver even at five miles per hour on busy days.
The town enjoys a peaceful lull as school teachers depart for the break, while anticipation builds for college students returning home, reshaping local routines and ambiance.
A lone airplane with a siren roams the sky over the town causing residents to curtail activities for a week. No injuries or official statements are reported and it remains unclear who operates the craft.
STL pursues Ripley to join the ALC lineup as Otks seeks answers about the Upper Pentu la Premen tournament, warning that missing the event could derail this year’s plans.
Fishermen recount eerie weeks as ships vanish in the depopulated region. Local hosts discuss the unsettling theme while stories of the sea persist amid sparse bustle.
A sweeping defense of Greta Garbo follows an article that challenged her acting and intellect. Photoplay received over 15,000 letters from readers insisting Garbo is a genuine star, with subscriptions balking at the criticism.
Look Backward in Herald Files recalls H E Hopkins of Bradford and Miss Frances Sutherland of Ironwood wed in Bradford. Irving Club in Bessemer elected officers. other local notes include Miss Flossie Gray returning from Des Moines summer school and Mrs G Ho Loepe visiting from California.
The sixth annual event at Bessemer High School was held at the opera house on a Prides evening with three disputers Eva Mae Sampson Margret Kk Dewhey and Grace L Troettner. An empty ice house belonging to Otto Olson on East Mery Street was badly damaged by fire Wednesday evening. During the Bensenger Wakefield baseball game last Sunday J W Bedell of Wakefield was struck by a ball causing jaw injury. The Vera Assaying Co reports notable improvements in the coat of put and a new employee addition in the spring term. Mr Motta of the Eroughtor Mindr was part of recent notes. L Redter returned to Ir en Wad college duties on Saturday.
In Michigan at Bessem er probate office on May 27 1931 Judge Harry K Bay presided over the matter of the estate of Paul Prucca. The court finds it necessary to limit the time for presenting claims against the estate.
Fragmented OCR text mentions a large scale pine planting project covering 11 667 acres in the state. The snippet lacks clear names, dates, or locations but indicates forestry activity and a planned acreage target. Further details are unreadable in the provided segment.
Auction notice offers 3 Waltham player pianos with bench and cover for 3187 dollars. Terms include 10 monthly payments. Located at Sea Mum Store, Steen Point, Wis. Viewing and condition details available. reference date 6-12-20.
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