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Newspaper
Bessemer Herald
Location
Bessemer, Michigan, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1925
Page
2
Public health notice warns residents to avoid visiting areas with smallpox outbreaks as epidemics flare across regions. Officials report several cases locally, urge vaccination for schoolchildren and adults, and emphasize containment measures to prevent a broader spread.
A Bessemer city council meeting returns to orderly rule with incumbents retained in annual appointments, pleasing most citizens amid political change. Gogebic County’s new board of supervisors shows capable leadership. Bob Douglas defeats Ted Kelly to chair, with broad support for experience and merit.
The article urges annual Forest Week to become a top state event, calling for non government groups to lead observances. It notes the U S Forest Service supports the shift and highlights involvement from manufacturers associations. It stresses public responsibility to prevent fires and protect reforestation, aiming to allow young trees to grow free of destructive fires.
The article warns that the latest financial outlook suggests many state funded buildings may not be built. It cautions institutions to expect possible delays until appropriations are actually provided and notes potential tax impacts if all appropriations were funded. Governor Groesbeck aims to keep property taxes low despite rising costs.
The legislature's excess revenue basis may force cuts to new construction while maintenance funds rise. Growing institutions need larger appropriations to function properly, and the governor and the administrative board hold power to reduce new projects. Likely outcome aims to keep average property tax levies near past two years, possibly via vetoes.
The piece riffs on a playful epigram about May and June, hints at gossip among friends, and teases upcoming social happenings. It mentions Gus, Max, Dorothy, Donie, Moe, Joe M, Brad C, Beck, and a secret arrangement, with plans and rumors centered around upcoming events and destinations through early next month.
In the wake of the council ending the material field, humorists explore new themes and venues. They seek fresh targets, broader civic satire, and alternate formats to keep readers engaged while maintaining sharp social commentary.
The county board meeting saw cigars passed around on Tuesday and Johnny K. finishing Hussey's tenth philosophy volume. In Bessemer the two hot dog joints operate at full blast with a popcorn wagon, threatening local industry if Colby delays. A courthouse wedding by "Judge" drew no witnesses from us. Ike Gogebic will not buy a car until he checks his credit with the local grocer and clothing merchant.
Fragmentary item notes a Marquette Mining Journal headline about Florida real estate and a California claim. The text is garbled but centers on titled phrases and property mentions in Florida and California. No clear events, dates, or persons can be identified.
A Cloverland advertising plan from Chicago will air next week on radio. The note mentions hoping the audience forgets the snowfall that occurred on Monday and Tuesday.
A humorous parallel is drawn between the dentist visit and a high school senior facing Commencement just two days away. The note highlights common nerves and the universal feeling of approaching a final milestone.
Nash was among workers who toiled in a rainstorm on Monday and headed home as a raging blizzard struck, delaying travel and prompting precautionary measures.
A special meeting of the city council, by a seven to one vote, approved paying $4,276.30 to W. W. Patek of Ironwood, former city attorney, as judgment awarded by circuit court against the city. Also noted: Bessemer High School class of 61 graduates to receive diplomas on June 11. Mrs. Swedberg celebrated her 74th birthday with a surprise party. Senator Truettner departed for Grand Rapids to attend state Republican events. Nan Rund left for Muncie to take a music instructor post at Teachers College.
Twenty years ago on a Wednesday forenoon Jake Fosse and Kasper Kopponen, Finnish miners, perished at the Ironton mine shaft after being overcome by gas and plunging about seventy feet to the shaft bottom. Also noted are plans for the opera Neta by 100 schoolchildren on May 13 directed by Miss Bolt with Grace Harrington on piano, and the marriage of George C. Driscoll and Miss Mary Gately on May 1 in Ironwood followed by a copper country visit. The city council reappointed most last year's officials. Alfred Johnson was chosen for a five year term on the board of public works, replacing Robert McKee. G. Peterson will relocate his confectionery to John Silverman’s building on Sophie Street, while Scavarda and Michela will occupy the current space as a saloon.
An old advertisement claims kidney weakness causes backache headaches and fatigue and touts Doan's Pills as a stimulant diuretic. A testimonial from Mrs. R B Mattson of Cor Gold and Sofia Streets describes relief after one box. Price 60 cents. manufactured by Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY.
In Bessemer Michigan on April 28 1925 Judge Harry K Bay approves hearing to determine legal heirs entitled to estate realty of John Mojeck. Bertha Majeck petitioned for adjudication. Hearing fixed for May 26 1925 at ten in the forenoon at the probate office with notice by publication in the Bessemer Herald for three successive weeks.
Sealed proposals invited by Gogebic County for improving 1.5 miles of Trunk Line Route 12 in Wakefield Township Michigan. Bids due May 5 1925 at 1 30 PM CST. Plans include grading drainage shaping surfacing to 20 feet width with cairup ve pave ment. Proposals and specs at Board of County Road Commissioners and State Highway Department offices. Frank F Rogers State Highway Commissioner to accompany bid with certified check. Court order for publication of notice in Les Sohoen Herald six weeks.
The Board of County Road Commissioners of Gogebic County Michigan met at the Bessemer courthouse on April 7, 1625, to determine that Black River Road sections are taken as a county road. The route runs from Station 378 plus 3% along the Black River Road through multiple sections to Station 262 plus 25, preserving the Black River Road designation. Deputy County Clerk Luther E. Sherman signs the notice.
State of Michigan Anna Maki sues Charles Maki in Gogebic Circuit Court. Defendant residence unknown. Court orders appearance within three months and filing of answer to the Bill of Complaint upon service.
Notice states Daniel Suante and Kate Suante mortgage dated June 5 1922 recorded Gogebic County Michigan with 81685.75 due. On May 21 1925 at 2 PM at the east door of Gogebic County Court House in Bessemer a public auction will sell the property to satisfy the debt plus costs and attorney fee. Property: Easterly 33 1/3 feet of Lot 12 Block 1 in West Bessemer according to plat, subject to mineral reservations. Attorney: William F. Pellow, Bessemer Michigan.
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