Miss A F Olcott Named Superintendent Of Schools
The Board of Education tendered Miss A F Olcott the position of superintendent and she has accepted. She has long led the High School, trained by a family legacy in education, guiding students to high standards and integrity. Her proven executive ability and deep scholarship are praised, alongside her history of strong city schools under Richard Hardy. The selection is hailed as wise and fortunate for the community.
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Board of Education
A. F. Olcott
Olcott
Marquette
Ishpeming
Miss Olcott
Pshpeming
Richard Hardy
U. S. Steel Corporation
Mesaba
Resolutions of Respect for Johan P. Backon
Skandia Lodge No 5 S H and F of A offers resolutions of condolence on the death of brother Johan P Backon. The lodge notes his zealous labors for the order, readiness to assist the needy, and upright character. Mourning draping for 60 days, minutes entry, and copies to the family.
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Bessemer, Mich
Skandia Lodge No. 5
S. H
Johan P. Backon
John P. Backon
John P
Conrad Carson
Avex Strom
Torstex Eccen
Oleys Kidney Cure Promises Relief from Urinary Ailments
A provocative ad asserts many suffer kidney or bladder troubles and claims Oleys Kidney Cure will cure them, urging inquiries to reveal the extent of the problem and promising medical aid remains available.
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Oley
Sunday Closing Follows Agreement Despite Disputes
The Bessemer Employers Association reports progress on enforcing an 8 o'clock closing for stores with most agreeing to close at 8. Kahn Skad & Co., though, resisted weekday closing yet complied on Sundays. A resolve to enforce Sunday closing is stated, with committees addressing disputes between Aberman and Kahn Skad & Co. and other cited actions.
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Pani
Abelman
Kahn, Skad & Co’s
A. Abelman
Kahn, Skad & Co
Ashland School News Highlights Student Activities
Students attend an afternoon game and poetry readings while juniors study Ovid themes and tenth graders debate Hayne and Webster. Senior discoverer searches the lab for a senior. Victor Hugo lecture tonight at the High School auditorium by Mr Riley, proceeds to schools. Ivanhoe guides juniors to Crusade era knightly pageantry.
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Ovid
Hayne and
Webster
Victor Hugo
Riley
Great Secret Revealed by King's New Discovery
A manufacturers claim praises Dr. King's New Discovery for consumption cures. It supposedly cuts phlegm and germ infected mucous, lets oxygen reach blood, and heals inflamed throats and lungs. The ad offers guaranteed bottles for $1 and free trial bottles at D Mac Farlane's.
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Dr. King
D Mac Farlane’s
Board of Education Adjourns in Bessemer May 1902
The May 8 1902 board meeting approves bills for Warren Schouvl John Frank Gogebie Electric C N W Ry Bessemer Cash Grocery and others. Miss A F Olcott is engaged for the coming year as superintendent of schools with the board to review teacher recommendations. The session adjourned to May 13 1902 at 12 30 PM.
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Board of Education
Cit F Bessemer
Messrs
Ramquist
Loope
Sincock
Paradis
Campbell
Warren Schouvl Book Co
John Frank
Mdse
Gogebie Electric Co., Light
Bessemer Cash Grocery
A. F Olcott
P. L. Ramquist
Miss Olcott
Itver
Essemer
Rupp
Olcott
Alice
M. Bunn Tay
Baw Pha
Wakefield Notes On Local People And Events
Thos Miller is confined to bed with pneumonia. A P Olson and wife drove to Bessemer last Monday. George Schobert of Ironwood visited Wakefield on Thursday. Patrick Meers now works as bartender at Miller’s hall. Tobin of Iron River is visiting his brother James. Polish picnic held at Miller’s hall over Sunday and Monday evenings. Kindergarten building near completion with plastering soon finished. Otto Olson and Gust Johnson of Bessemer in Wakefield on business Tuesday. Dr Paradis of Bessemer called for the illness of Thos Miller Thursday. Walter Allerion and Pat Gorman guests of Wm Hardy at Hardysville about six miles east.
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Ironwood High
Bessemer High
Ironwood
Richards
Sheppard
Bessemer
Bowden
Byrne
Will Martin
Joslin
Arkowitz
Mueller
Benska
Miartin
Holdort
Ramjuist
Kulaszevicz
Hurfal
Besselver
Walter Allerion
Pat Gorman
Wm. Hardy
Hardysville
Wakefield
Bucklen’s Arnica Salve Advertises Skin Cure Near You
An old promotional notice claims Bucklen’s Arnica Salve fights eczema scaldhead and burning skin diseases. It touts rapid healing for ulcers fever sores salt rheum cuts burns bruises and piles with a price of 25 at D MacFarlane’s drug store.
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Earth
D. MacFarlane
Three Meal Habit Wrecks Working Capacity
The passage argues that the three meal habit undermines productivity and energy by diverting half of the body’s activity to digestion. It warns this hygienic error breeds dyspepsia and a form of moral dyspepsia called pessimism, demeaning the rewards of labor.
Notice to the Public on New Payment Terms
Notice to our customers and the public that beginning with May pay days 1902 all accounts must be settled in full and no account will be allowed to run longer than thirty days thereafter. We act to retain honesty and integrity in the commercial world and to secure concessions from suppliers through prompt payments. Frev Orro. Nicx NELLESSEN. You never heard of anyone using Foley's Honey and Tar and not being satisfied.
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Frev Orro
Nicx
Nellessen
Panama Hats Worn in England Costly Foreign Craft
The rise in Panama hat prices in England is driven by foreign manufacture, mainly Belgium and Rhine towns. In 1900 Panama hats gained popularity, and last year demand outstripped supply. This year prices may rise 60 percent. hats once at 1 guinea now start around 30 shillings, with imitators looming. London Mail reports supply challenges due to lack of skilled labor.
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England
America
Belgium
Panama
London
Senator Calhoun's Ready Re fly
Beary Clay recalls a sharp Senate exchange between John C. Calhoun and Henry Clay over party loyalty. Clay accuses Calhoun of joining the enemy, Calhoun fires back that Clay himself crossed over. The clash ends with Clay retreating to the cloak room.
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House
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van Buren
Henry Clay
South Carolina
Calhoun
Kentucky
Cat and Dog Bond Defies Common Rivalry Tale
A tabby in a family shows unusual affection for the household dog. The cat repeatedly begs entry to the dog’s room, scratching at the door when ignored. When the door remains closed, she reportedly rises on hind legs, turns the handle, and walks in, to the owners’ delight and astonishment.
First Real Negro Minstrels founder Sam Hague dies in England
Sam Hague, who first brought real negro performers to Europe as Hague's slave troupe, died in England after years of wealth from a Syracuse saloon venture. He conceived the idea about thirty five years ago and built a successful touring minstrels company.
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Sam Hague
Europe
England
Syracuse
N.Y
Hague
Half Rates to Oshkosh via North-Western Line
Excursion tickets to Oshkosh Wisconsin offered at one fare for round trip May 17 18 and 19 with return allowed until May 22. Travel limited to convention attendees. Apply through Chicago and Northwestern Railway agents.
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Oshkosh
Wis
Chicago & Northetine Rv
North Western Excursion Ticket Offer May 14–19
Travel deal from Harris to Chicago and back via the Chicago North Western R’y valid May 14 through 19 with return by May 30. Includes details about arrival limits and conditions for German Bayt Brethren conference.
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Lin
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Jane
Chicago & North Western R’y
Extension of the Line to Weston Wisconsin
The Chicago and North Western Railway Company announces the opening to travel on May 1st of the branch from Elmwood to Weston Wisconsin. The St Paul M and C Railway line will be crossed at Woodville as the North Western system expands. The system now comprises 842 miles and is billed as among the finest railways in the United States.
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Chicago & North-Western
R’y Co
Elmwood
Weston
Wis
Chicago, St Paul & Minneapolis
Woodville
Systen
United States
Will Cure Consumption Promoted by Ark Advertiser
A. A. Ilerrea of Finch Arkansas endorses Foley's Honey and Tar as the best preparation for coughs colds and lung trouble claiming it has cured consumption in the early stages.
Bank Report for The 4 National Bank at Bessemer Michigan
Report of the condition of The 4 National Bank at Bessemer Michigan at close of business April 39 1992. William I Prince cashier swears to truth of the statement before a public official. Attest: Gro. L. Loopg Lows H. Troxttwer Geo. H. AneeL directors.
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4 National Bank
Bessemer
Michigan
State OF Michigan
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