Democratic party in turmoil amid faction and blame
The New York World notes Governor Marshall's address shows the Democratic party lacking unity and direction. It argues the party is split into factions, with no core principles, and cites divisions over tariffs, race, and corruption as evidence the party has disappeared as a coherent force. The piece calls for decisive leadership or acceptance of decline.
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The
New York World
East
Marshall
Indiana
Jefferson Club
Chicago
Democratic Party
House of Representatives
Washington
Fort Wayne
Republican Party
Wilbur F. Storey
Old Chicago Times
Local Soo division criticized by new management curtailment
Adverse comment runs along the Chicago division of the Soo railroad as readers react to the new managements plan to curtail or cut out certain services and features, stirring debate among local communities and passengers.
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Chicago
Soo
Wisconsin Central
Pas
Fournier Retirement Signals Bessemer Hotel Change
The Herald reports Mr D. Fournier Sr retires from Pubi Hotel management with son D. Fournier Jr to take over. They plan a rest in the White side block and lakeside trip. the Fournier family has long served travelers in Bessemer since 1585. Aug Meyers, a longtime resident, dies at about 40. Funeral held from Iron street. burial in Bessemer cemetery. John Schmirler, former local pitcher, now plays for Menasha in the Wisconsin-Illinois league, defeating Manitowoc 12 to 5. Cy Young noted as opponent.
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the Herald
Bessemer
D. Fournier
Pubi
Bessemers
August Meyers
Germany
Menominee
Nellie
Walter
Carl
Harry
Order of the Lady Maccabees
Iron Street
John Schmirler
Menasha
Wis
Manitowoc
Cy Young
Happy Jack
Puritan Hotel to be led by new manager
The Puritan Hotel will be run by a new manager from the operator’s family, aiming to uphold its long standing reputation. The city council’s first meeting discussed annual saloon licenses with 31 applications, including three from brewing companies, all reportedly approved. Mayor Byrne led a business like session, appointing departmental heads. Public works cautioned that water and sewer projects need funding, with an estimated $10,000 required. Next council meeting set for Monday evening May 17.
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Herald
Byrne
Nse
Board of Public Works
Markstrom
Vogtlin
Bessemer Gas Company Opens Public Demonstrations
The Bessemer Gas Company invites the public to nightly gas demonstrations at its Markstrom building office in Bessemer. At a Calumet meeting April 26 1909 the board expanded to seven, adding John Holland and G S Barber. May 1 a stock subscription extension was approved to allow local residents to invest as the Acetylene Construction Company prepares to let contracts for plant construction with work starting by June 1 and gas expected by mid August. The Swiss Bell Ringers arrive May 10 11 and 12 at the opera house.
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Bessemer Gas Company
Markstrom
L. H. Tructtner
Calumet
Michigan
John Holland
Bessemer
G. S. Barber
Colby
Ironton
Acetylene Construction Company
Spitting Prohibition Ordinance Adopted in Bessemer
The city adopts an ordinance prohibiting spitting or expectorating in public spaces including sidewalks churches theatres and schools with penalties up to a $25 fine or 30 days in Gogebic County jail. Approved May 3, 1909 by Mayor Andy Byrne with City Clerk William L. Guyer.
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City OF
Bessemer
Gogebic
A. D
Andy Byrne
Notice to Taxpayers Meets to Review City Assessment
Notice to taxpayers of Bessemer announces Board of Review will convene in the council room on Monday May 17 1909 at 9 in the forenoon and remain for at least four days to review the city assessment roll. Any person may inspect their assessment and show cause for changes. Dated May 1 1909 Wa Guyer
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Bessemer
Board of Review
Wa. Guyer
Wakefield News Local visitors and events update
Supt Williams of Ramsay visited town on business. William Woodward spent several days in the copper country. Miss Mildred Bedell visiting Watersmeet and Marenisco. Dan Egan of Ashland called on Monday. Sheriff Spencer of Bessemer visited Tuesday. Capt N B Roscorla visiting the copper country. Charles Cornwall of Wells becomes Hotel DeMiner chef. Mrs Maud Tillotson visiting Watersmeet. Rev Theo Bateski Hurley visitor Wednesday. Maeder Orchestra dance to be held May 12 at the Primary building. Miss Jennie Jones of Bessemer visited Wakefield pupils Monday. Mrs Wm Raven and Miss Lucy Lansing Ironwood callers Saturday evening. Himan Goldstein sprained leg Tuesday, confined to room several days. Conductor Durkee of Ironwood relieved Carlin on Es canaba passenger during Chicago ball game. J W Jacobson moved to town with family, will occupy Swanson home on Main. Old Folks Concert by public schools faculty drew large attendance under Miss E Cox. Town orchestra, directed by Miss Agnes Waxham, played music for the dance. orchestra’s public debut praised.
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Supt. Williams of
Ramsay
Wm. Woodward
Copper Country
Mildred Bedell
Watersmeet
Marenisco
Dan Egan
Ashland
Sheriff Spencer
Bessemer
Capt
N. B. Roscorla
Chas. Cornwell
Wells
Mich
Hotel DeMiner
Maud Tillotson
Theo. Bateski
Maeder
Jennie Jones
Wakefield
Wm. Raven
Lucy Lansing
Ironwood
Himan Goldstein
Durkee
Carlin
Escanaba
Chicago
J. W. Jacobson
Smith & Anderson
Swanson
Main Street
Carl W. Cook Stock Company at Bessemer Opera House
The Carl W. Cook Stock Company brings a four night engagement starting May 9 featuring Edyth LaNora Wade Magician Joe H. Lee Joe Witts and Earl Hawk. Opening bill Jim The Westerner offers heart and humor with stylish costumes for ladies. Seats go on sale Saturday at 9 am.
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Bessemer Opera House
Carl W. Cook
Edyth LaNora
Dresden Doll
Wade
Joe H. Lee
Joe Witts
Earl Hawk
Jim the
City Ordinance Allows City Officials Warrant Draws
An ordinance empowers the Mayor and City Clerk to draw warrants for monthly payments to city officials with no further council action. The ordinance takes effect upon publication. Approved and returned by Mayor Andy Byrne on May 3, 1909.
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Andy Byrne
Petition to admit Will and appoint administrator
In Gogebic County Michigan Probate Court at Bessemer on May 6 1909 Judge Curtis Beck presiding louisa Warden petitions to admit the last will of Ignace Warden deceased to probate and for administration to be granted Hearing set for June 7 1909 at ten o clock before noon Public notice to be published for three weeks in the Bessemer Herald.
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State of
Michigan
Gogeric
Bessemer
Said County
Curtis Beck
Ignace Warden
Louisa Warden
Bessemer Herald
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Cook Stock Company
Puritan Hotel
J.J. Kaavrmann
William L. Guyer
Cloak Department
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Wakefield News
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Carl W. Cook Stock Company
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