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Newspaper
Bessemer Herald
Location
Bessemer, Michigan, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1925
Page
2
A column compares ancient Athens pledge to modern Bessemer citizens urging honesty courage and law obedience. It highlights public duty, civic pride, and the aim to leave the city greater and more beautiful for future generations, with quotes from the Duluth News Tribune and Yonkers Herald describing civic behavior and public enthusiasm.
The Institute of Social and Religious Service reports farming areas show a birth rate 52 percent higher than cities and 24 percent higher than villages. It notes 195 children per 100 married women ages 14 to 45 on farms, 137 in villages, 28 in cities, and a farm male to female balance with aging rural populations.
In a heated dispute the reapportionment plan advances and Iron County gains a dedicated seat in the state house. The bill now awaits Governor’s signature as lawmakers debate county lines and population shifts across districts.
Fragmented OCR text mentions thrills and prizes tied to a manager, with unclear details. The readable parts reference bets, a hut, and a possible prize event but lack coherent facts or entities.
Beginning May 1, 45200 white pine, Norway pine, and spruce seedlings will be planted on 12 plots across the upper peninsula. Each plot covers three acres, with about 12 trees per acre, and the project spans 10 counties plus two plots in Ager county. Planting starts in Chippewa County, per E Amos of Marquette county agriculture agents.
Local residents discuss whether Bessemer should celebrate Independence Day this year. Citizens express support for active involvement, committee leadership, and large scale events including outings and community gatherings for the holiday.
With the prom two weeks away, tuxedo rentals are in high demand and prices are rising daily as customers seek formalwear for the event.
Fragmented OCR text shows garbled sales pitch and names like Milwaukee and Jager beer. The snippet mentions old advertisements, cigars, and references to testers and Tigers in a hazy archival fragment.
Fragmented OCR text shows a column titled EVENTS OF THE WEEK with stray lines about a "free show" and a child asking a joke about moths devouring Eve. The readable portions indicate a light human interest mood with scattered remarks and dialogues.
A crowd attended the dedication of a new rural agricultural echoell in South Bess emir on Monday evening with Mr. Coffey, assistant state superintendent of public instruction, delivering the principal address. Ervin F. Foltz moved his plumbing and repair shop to the Kallander building on Mary Street next to the post office. The police booth at Sophia and Longyear streets was moved to the Lead and Sophia crossing by city workers. Catherine Isabelle Vomastek married Leo P. Walkowski at St Casimir's in Kenosha Wisconsin at eight in the morning. Sheriff Thomas Jeffery and Deputy William Hornibrook transported six prisoners from the state prison at Marquette to the federal prison at Fort Leavenworth Kansas.
A telegram from Miss Olcott reports both Bessemer entrants Miss Lillian Nelson and Miss Ingrid Lugvier took first place at the Chequamegon orator ial and declamatory contest in Ashland and will compete in Superior on May S. Also noted are local marriages, relocations, and a health case in the community.
Board of County Road Commissioners meets April 7 1925 to determine taking over roads as county roads. Description covers Bank River Road starting near section markers and following established routes through sections 5 34 29 32 with stations and line directions. Official county seal and deputy clerk sign.
Notice to bid invites sealed proposals by the Board of County Commissioners of Gage County Michigan for shaping the road and drainage structures on the Black River flood control project. Bids due May 1 1925 at the courthouse office. Bid security required. Right to reject any or all bids reserved.
A letter explains the 1925 professional preparation requirement for teachers. It outlines certificate grades, required training years, and the phased start date of September 1, 1925, with examinations and renewals described for educators and officials.
In Gogebic County Circuit Court Chancery Anna Maki sues Yu. Charles Maki. Because defendant Charles Mab’s residence is unknown, motion by William Laird orders appearance within three months and answer to the bill of complaint to be served if he appears.
Default on a June 8 1922 mortgage by Daniel Suanto to Kate Suanto for $1485.75 plus $50 attorney fee leads to a public sale at the East door of the Gogebic County Courthouse in Bessemer on May 1 1925 at 2 PM to satisfy the amount, interest, and costs. The property is a parcel in East Bessemer described as easterly 33 1/3 feet of Lot twelve (12) in Block One of West Bessemer subject to mineral reservations. Kate Suanto mortgagee. William F Peilow attorney for mortgagee.
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