Bessemer to Host 1926 Michigan Registers of Deeds Meet
Bessemer will host the 1926 Michigan Association of Registers of Deeds with at least 20 officials from across the state. The Mount Clemens state convention chose Mary Strom of Bessemer as head of the association, honoring Gogebic County’s popular register. Visitors will stay with local residents due to the city lacking a hotel, reinforcing hospitality plans for the convention and nearby Upper Peninsula Eastern Star meeting.
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Bessemer
Gogebic
Michigan Association of Registers of Deeds
Upper Peninsula
Mar
State Registers of Deeds
Mount Clemens
Mary Strom
Strom
Northwestern asks PUC to cancel scout service winter
The Chicago and Northwestern seeks permission from the state public utilities commission to end the scout service between Wakefield and Ironwood claiming six months of operating loss. The piece notes winter traffic would worsen the loss and Wakefield residents rely on the service.
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Chicago and Northwestern
State Public Utilities Commission
Wakefield
Ironwood
Ted
Northwestern
Owe
Sportsmen Protest Against Private Hunting Preserves
The Newainee Rod and Gun Club urged opposition to large private hunting and fishing preserves. Members argue public access to lakes and streams would be limited, fearing privatization could reduce common hunting grounds and threaten state resources. They warn privatization might create private ownership rivaling public rights and urge preservation of open access.
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John Tolland
Newaunee
Phe
Newanee
Aevole
Scoom
Chicago
Michigan
Nesermes
Ishpeming
Michisei
Robert Gun Clu
Nates
Michiea
Mockery of the Law in Chicago Justice Evasions
Nation fixates on Chicago court failures as city battles perceived justice evasions. Commentary argues about public trust and calls for reforms amid ongoing controversy and attention from observers nationwide.
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Chicago
Justice Demands Stern Action Against Lawbreakers
A Michigan State Trooper argues that repeated murder cases reveal a failure of law enforcement to punish criminals. He condemns arrests and trials followed by evasion, parole, or pardons as a mockery of justice and a threat to public safety and the social order. He calls for decisive, costly action to restore confidence in law and order.
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Michigan
Chicago
Autumn curiosities and seasonal observations in town life
The narrative notes autumn quirks from shooting near cattle and deer season routines to teachers playing tennis at McKinney Steel courts. It mentions a curfew bell timing, a lost $50 bankroll with a $5 reward, and odd local sights including a high school night out and colorful attire headlines.
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Bill P
Bill
McKinney
G. M
Doc. K
Pete C
Palm Beach
Tronwood-Nellers
Bessemer Elks Clown Band
Mom Let Me Have an Extra Blanket Tonight
A familiar bedtime plea echoes the common request for added warmth. The phrase reflects family routines and the simple comfort sought in a quiet night indoors.
Fire and sports mix mark Sept 19 1924 in Bessemer
Fire caused by spontaneous combustion destroyed a barn and contents of farmer Joseph Honz northeast of the city. A 2500 spectator crowd witnessed the Bessemer Legion lose to Kelley Duluths 13 to ?. Coyotes trapped north of Bessemer by state trapper William Backman were brought to the courthouse for inspection. Visitors included Mr. and Mrs. C. R. Thorp and their son from Grand Forks.
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Joseph Honz
Bessemer
William Backman
Court House
Backman
C. R. Thorp
Grand Forks
N. D
William Guyer
Thorp
State University At
George Waters
St. Louis
Mich
Detroit
Tragic death at Ironwood ore train
Walter Haggerson youngest son of W J Haggerson of this city was killed instantly when dragged beneath wheels of an ore train at the Ashland mine location in Ironwood while making a coupling late Thursday evening. Other brief notices include Gladys Osborne securing a teaching post at Manistique and several students leaving for schooling in Grand Rapids Kalamazoo and Minneapolis trips.
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Walter Haggerson
W. J. Haggerson
Ashland
Ironwood
Haggerson
Wisconsin Central
Gladys Osborne
Manistique
Olga Hansen
Grand Rapids
Mich
Art Lintelmann
Minneapolis
Minnesota
Enrolment Expected as Northern State Normal Reopens
Marquette Michigan September 17 Special to the Herald President John M Munson forecasts a heavy fall term at Northern State Normal school with the law requiring one year of normal school training for teachers. A full faculty has been hired though several instructors left at term end and most departments will add new instructors.
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Marquette
Mich
Herald
John M Munson
Esday
Normal School
Munson
Well Bred Outlook for Goge Bic Range Over Mesaba
A historical note argues that the Goge bic Range will be in its prime twenty years from now while the Mesaba declines. It reflects a future performance expectation for two racing terms and contrasts long term prospects.
Dramatic Gesture From Teo M Sparks Nail Complaint
A dramatic gesture by Teo M draws attention as onlookers critique the placement of a nail in a finger, warning against pointing and highlighting the odd protest tactic.
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Teo M
AWLC S180 Poker Dill Sale At Bessemer Mart
A significant transaction occurred at the Bessemer mart when AWLC bought a twelve year old poker dill for 180 dollars from PL. The deal highlights activity in local financial markets and stockroom trades.
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Bessemer Mart i
AWLC
Gilbert Takes Office As Wakefield Mayor For Three Years
Arthur M. Gilbert assumed the office of mayor of Wakefield for a three year term on Monday. Andy Lake was sworn in as commissioner of engineering for a two year term. Gilbert did not reveal immediate city plans while ex mayor Rummel will leave in October for Detroit to study law and will undergo medical treatment at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester.
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Gilbert
Arthur M. Gilbert
Wakefield
Andy Lake
Rummel
Detroit
Mayo Clinic
Rochester
Wakefield News
Patrolman Isaac Chouinard to Join City Police Force
Isaac Chouinard, longtime patrolman and member of Oliver Iron Mining police, has returned from New York City where he spent months at a police school. The Times reports he is expected to accept a position on the city force.
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Isaac Chouinard
Oliver Iron Mining Company
New York City
the Times
L Ironwood Times
Wakefield Zoo Adds Two Wolves From Wisconsin
The Wakefield zoo acquired two wolves this week from Gottfred Wollin of Powell Wisconsin. The wolves were trapped and brought to the city for display alongside the existing attractions including a bear and a fawn.
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Wakefield Zoo
Gottfred Wollin
Powell
Wis
Wakefield
Wakefield News
New Office Building Planned by Lake Superior District Power
The Lake Superior District Power company decided this past week to erect a brick two story building on Aurora street east of the Davis Fehr Annex this fall. The Licht company will occupy the new structure providing space for its expanding activities.
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Lake Superior District Power Company
Times
Aurora Street
Davis & Fehr
Heicht
Licht Company
Ironwond Times
Tourist rail surge hits Northern Wisconsin lake resorts
An unusually large Sunday and Labor Day tourist flow to Northern Wisconsin Lake resorts caused two extra Pullman trains to Hurley and Ironwood, four extra trains to Water Street, and the Northwestern to run the regular southbound limited and fish train in two sections. The Chicago to Hurley and Ironwood fish train was discontinued for the season Monday-Hurley Miner reports.
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Wisconsin Lake
Hurley
Ironwand
Saturia
Northwestern Road
Waterstreet
Northwestern
Petition to sell estate real estate in Gust Peterson case
In Bessemer Michigan 1925 probate session Judge Harry K Bay approves hearing for Albin Peterson to obtain license to sell real estate of Gust Peterson. Hearing set for October 13 1925 at ten oclock in the forenoon at the probate office. Notice to interested parties via three weekly publications in the Bessemer Herald. R C Solberg Register of Probate William S Baird Attorney for Petitioner.
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Bessemer
Said
Harry K. Bay
Gust Peterson
Albin Peterson
R. Cc. Solberg
William S. Baird
No.t Died At Grand View Or Last View Quote
A historical quip compares death at Grand View to dying at the last view, implying a play on words about final places or viewpoints. The fragment hints at a pun or anecdote rather than a full story.
Puritan Wildcats Edge Anvil Bulldogs in Tight Saturday Game
Puritan Wildcats led 72 to 61 at halftime before Anvil Bulldogs quit when referee disallowed several Aravis touchdowns. The special to P&A notes a terrific early morning matchup in Puritan Michigan with strong defensive plays and disputed scoring calls shaping the outcome.
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Puritan, Mich
P&a
Puritan Wildcats
Anvil Bulldogs
Aravis
Town Tavern Keeper Faces New Riff on Rumors
A vintage note recalls a tavern keeper in earlier times treating patrons about every fifteen minutes to keep them thirsty, while today it would require a standing army to make them quit.
Thrill Expected When Bessemer Faces Local Rivals
Bessemer High plans to face W. H. S. and H. H. S. this fall in a seasonant of anticipated football thrill despite not meeting Ironwood High. The local rivalry momentum centers on returning players and competitive matchups.
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Bessemer High
Ironwood High
Mail mixup prompts first reported pestotting box error
A reader notes yesterday they did not receive mail belonging to others in their pestotting box. The issue marks the first such mixup reported locally and raises questions about mail handling procedures at the delivery point.
Subscriptions Delayed by Belgian Method of Payment
The note claims some subscribers are following the Belgian method of payment and delaying payments for 62 years, effectively postponing subscription dues.
Not all real estate agents live in Florida says Jerry
Jerry notes from Sunday papers that several real estate agents practice outside Florida and mentions Rob Roy as a reference point.
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Jerry
Florida
Probate action in Bes semer for John Mattila estate
In Bes semer County the Probate Office on September 5 1925 scheduled a hearing for Vendla Mattila to be administrator of the estate of John Mattila deceased. The hearing is set for October 6 1925 at ten o clock in the forenoon at the probate office. A copy of the order will be published weekly for three weeks in the Des Moines Herald.
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Bessemer Herald
Bessemer
Harry K. Bay
John Mattila
Vendla Mattila
Dessemer Herald
Backache Warning Prompts Kidney Aid From Doan's Pills
A Bessemer resident cites backache as a sign of failing kidneys and urges early use of Doan's Pills to prevent serious kidney disease. Mrs. M. A. Dyer of Silver St. testifies they fixed her kidneys and restored health. Price 60c at dealers. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY approves.
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Bright
Dean
Bessemer
M. A. Dyer
Silver St
Doan
Probate Hearing Set In Nelson Estate In Bessemer
In the Probate Court of Bessemer on September 2 1925 Judge Harrys K Bay presides over the estate of Charles E Nelson. Matilda Nelson executrix seeks authority to convey real estate under a contract made in the deceased’s lifetime. The hearing is scheduled for September 29 1925 at 10 am with publication notices to follow in the Bessemer Herald.
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Bessemer
Harrys K. Bay
Charles E. Nelson
Matilda Nelson
Gay
Bessemer Herald
Said
Harry K. Bay
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Maurice R. Burt
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Pick & Axe
Financial News
Chouinard
State OF Michigan
Rob Roy
Sohn J. Frigk
R. C. Solberg
R. C. Solabera
the Herald
al Church
Bessemer Taxi Co
Vukovich Bros
Ontonagon
Gogebic Range
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