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Newspaper
Bessemer Herald
Location
Bessemer, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1913
Page
2
Landowners and occupiers in Bessemer Township Gogebic County must cut down and destroy all noxious weeds by July 10 1913. Noncompliance within ten days after raises costs plus an additional ten percent levy charged to the property as taxes. Dated June 23 1913 Victor Jacobson Commissioner of Highways.
The Highway Commissioner of Bessemer Township Gogebic County Michigan invites bids for several highway projects. Bids due 1 PM July 7 1913 at Ramsay town hall with bids opened and contracts awarded to the lowest responsible bidder. Specifications available from the highway commissioner. The right to reject any bids is reserved. Dated Ramsay Mich June 28 1918.
The June 28 1913 issue of the Herald Publishing Company weekly newspaper marks another Saturday circulation under editor A Siebensohn. The front page features local notices, society items, and brief market notes typical of early 20th century regional press.
A London Field correspondent recounts four men guiding a farmer to safety when a so called docile bull suddenly charged. After a failed head strike, the farmer lies face down as three others creep forward on hands and knees. They retreat to the river bank and escape the enraged animal without injury.
The London Telegraph recalls how actress Sarah Bernhardt refused to exit her carriage during a midnight Belgian frontier raid. She seated herself with a portmanteau on the tracks and forced the officials to attach her car to the train. The incident reportedly sparked changes in Belgian customs procedures.
A couple from an adjacent town asked a Boston minister to marry them as he was about to enter the pulpit. He declined momentarily but agreed to perform after the service. They waited in the church rear until the invitation was announced for Hymn 15, Mistaken Souls That Dream of Heaven.
A French stenographer struggle with English as she transcribes a recitation. An expert remarks the notes reveal a famous poem starting with Laugh and the world laughs with you.
A tense classroom exchange where a teacher warns Johnny Jones of consequences for speaking up. The dialogue hints at punishment and expulsion as a deterrent for disobedience.
Hatteras reports the highest annual humidity of any location in the country based on recent measurements. The data shows consistently damp conditions throughout the year.
A program will accompany addresses by visiting officials and a pleasant evening is anticipated. A banquet will be tendered after the meeting.
The weekly list ending June 26 shows uncalled letters for gentlemen and ladies including Ang Antikainen Anderson Bachisio Clerici Dzinbinski Spirito Fornetli Hoshmicki Johnsons Koste lace Mochan Mncziaszak Giraldi Polai Sanriakoski Szychinski Wilta and Mrs Johnso n McLuaughlin. Letters will be sent to dead letter on July 10 1913 if not delivered. Advertised date of list requested.
Base Ball. Sunday afternoon a game between the two Bessemer teams decides the City Team title and the right to claim the ball around duly. Each team is in good shape and confident of victory. Attend for a good exhibition.
The M. E. Church outlines a 9 30 class meeting and 1 30 regular service with the pastor preaching at both. Sunday School at 2 30 P M. Wednesday the ladies meet with Mrs Kevern Jr All welcome Thursday evening prayer meeting observed.
Sam offers deer head mounting with 8 inch neck and other taxidermy services. Call or telephone Hi EB MiEvLKR at Over Eagle Cafe in Ironwood Michigan for inquiries.
Warren Lathrop of Stockton Illinois married Ruth Ellen Rice of Rhinelander Wisconsin at the Methodist parsonage on a Friday afternoon in late June. Reverend W S Smith officiated the ceremony.
Public notice urges readers to buy a twenty five cent bottle of Chamberlain's ointment to relieve rheumatism pains. Sold by all dealers.
Local ad announces genuine Edison wax cylinder records at reduced prices. The sale is at Tripletta Jewelry Store in Ironwood with promotional pricing listed as standard at 2le or lower.
Notice states the studio will be open every day including Sundays. W. BH. Chaney signs the notice.
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