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Newspaper
Bessemer Herald
Location
Bessemer, Michigan, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1902
Page
8
A Wetmore-area homesteader followed a cow’s tracks for miles and encountered a moose. Since then other homesteaders report seeing moose in the vicinity, believed to be the first in the Upper Peninsula, according to the Gazette.
An old advertisement promises a one day cure for a cold using Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. It notes a refund if the remedy fails and carries E. W. Grove’s signature on each box, priced at 25 cents.
Officials from the state tax commission have reached Gogebic County and are examining street railway properties among others. They urge township and city assessors to apply uniform rules to assess all properties pro rata by value, not by earning capacity, to avoid embarrassment and ensure equitable taxation.
Missouri congressman Champ Clark claims after overwork and stress he collapsed but regained health with three bottles of Electric Bitters. The ad touts the tonic as the best medicine for overworked men and run-down women, guaranteed by D. MacFarlane and sold at druggists.
The report notes 55 commercial failures in April totaling 7 59 341 in defaulted indebtedness, with 220 in manufacturing liabilities 2 908 817 580, 4 447 455 in trading, and 55 in other lines amounting to 503 069. Banking liabilities stood at 72 600 versus 529 000 a year ago, and despite the rise from last year, April 1902 shows liabilities lower than most of the prior 29 months. Dun's Review.
A description extols Dr King's New Discovery as the sure cure for consumption and lung disease. It claims the medicine clears phlegm and germ infected mucus and oxygenates the blood, healing inflamed throats and lungs. Guaranteed bottles cost one dollar with trial bottles free at D MacFarlane's.
The state is described as rapidly becoming the Mecca for Black workers from the South. Its climate, extensive coal and coke industries, and widespread railroad construction provide ample and lucrative jobs, with about 15,000 Black laborers employed in the mines.
Five years after severe dyspepsia confined him, Geo S Marsh of Nocoma Texas praises Kodol as the only remedy that mimics natural digestive juices and cures stomach trouble. He notes immediate improvement and full recovery after using several bottles. Foley s Honey and Tar is also mentioned as safe for children.
Gen. Grant once bought a butcher’s horse for 500 dollars and later took Senator Conkling for a ride behind it. The senator mocked that it should prefer the money to the horse, and Grant replied that the butcher agreed.
Alfred Heinze of Quincy Illinois praises De Witt's Little Early Risers for constipation and torpid liver saying they never gripe or distress and are safe pills. He encourages others to know a good thing when found.
To the public I announce I have purchased Carl Jenson's painting and decorating outfit in Bessemer and will do painting decorating and paper hanging at reasonable prices All orders promptly attended to and satisfaction guaranteed Leave orders at Fred Ottos blacksmith shop on Longyear street H EKman
A Chicago physician of high repute prescribes the cure. The preparation uses the purest ingredients money can buy and is scientifically combined to maximize effectiveness.
An old time storefront promotes a wide range of goods from ladies shoes and gents wear to cigars candies and ice cream parlor. It touts up to date offerings and low prices with emphasis on five cent cigars and a strong soap salve testimonial for De Witts Witch Hazel Salve curing skin issues and wounds.
Notice to property owners and others in Bessemer to remove all garbage and refuse before the May ro th deadline as annual Board of Health inspection approaches. Cautions cleaning privy vaults and cess pools to prevent health hazards. refusal to comply will be acted upon by law. Health Officer Dr E H Marajesky signs the notice dated April 23, 1909.
A health ad notes constant motion endangers kidneys and promotes Foley's Kidney Cure. It cites Geo H Hansan, a locomotive engineer from Lima Ohio, who states engine vibration caused kidney trouble and relief came after using Foley's Kidney Care.
The advertisement asserts healthy kidneys filter impurities, claiming Foley's Kidney Cure makes sound kidneys and will positively cure all forms of kidney and bladder diseases, strengthening the whole system.
In Gogebic County Michigan Thirty-second Judicial Circuit a chancery suit against James Hughes non resident of Michigan is ordered to appear within four months with an answer due fifteen days after service. If not, bill admitted. Publication required in Bessemer Herald weekly for six weeks or personal service fifteen days before appearance. NouMan W. Barg e circuit judge James S. Monroe solicitor. First pub May 3 last June 14.
Foley's Honey and Tar is described as peculiarly adapted for asthma bronchitis and hoarseness, suggesting a traditional remedy claim aimed at soothing respiratory conditions. The note emphasizes its suitability for throat and airway irritation in a historical context.
In Gogebic County Michigan a probate court in Bessemer fixes May 12 for hearing Mary A Williams petitioning for administration of John Williams deceased. The judge orders notice to all kin and interested parties and publication in the Bessemer Herald for three weeks prior to the hearing.
In Gogebic County Probate Office Bessemer Judge Curtis Buck sets May 12 1902 at 10 am for hearing Edward Kailander petition in estate of Martin Kallander deceased. Heirs and interested parties must appear and show cause why petition should not be granted. Copy of order to be published in Bessemer Herald for three consecutive weeks prior to hearing.
In Chancery at Bessemer Gogebic County on April 25 1962 Natilini Inilici complains against John Combe Louise Combe et al seeking admission of appearance within five months and filing of answer within twenty days after service. in default bill to be confessed. Publication in Bessem er Herald weekly for six consecutive weeks or personal service twenty days before appearance.
Effective February 1, 190, the Wisconsin Central Railway runs daily trains from Bessemer. Train 307 leaves at 5:25 a.m. to Milwaukee, Chicago and Minneapolis. Train 301 leaves at 2:05 p.m. to Ashland. Train 305 leaves at 7:05 p.m. to Minneapolis. Train 306 arrives in Bessemer at 8:15 p.m. Train 308 arrives in Bessemer at 4:55 p.m. Adit L Cummins, Agent.
North Western railway time table lists daily northbound passenger and freight trains with numbers and departure times including No 13 at 5 34 am and No 15 daily excluding Sundays, plus connections for Saxon and copper country at Saxon and several evening departures and freight services.
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