Connor Endorsed for Legion Chair in Michigan
Ironwood lumberman and banker Robert Connor, a decorated World War II era veteran, is positioned for unanimous endorsement as Michigan American Legion department commander at the Upper Peninsula convention in Bessemer. Connor, a former Wisconsin National Guard captain and South Pacific veteran, organized Ironwood post activities and holds multiple medals including Croix de Guerre with Palm.
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Upper Pdntosula American Legion Posta
Michigan
Robert Connor
Ironwood
Connor
Richard M. Jopling
Upper Peninsula Legion
Bessemer
Marshfield
Wis
Wisconsin National Guard
Second Wisconsin Infantry
Marinette
U. S
Fort Sheridan
Army of Occupation
Camp Upton
Long Island
Marshield
American Legion
Wisconsin
Mich
Ironwood Post
Infantry
A. CG
S&. Gr
Meuse-Argonne
United States
State of Wisconsin
Marquette Mining Journal
Grasshoppers Threaten Michigan Crops Control Measures Urged
Michigan State College entomology department warns northern Michigan farmers to use poison bait before grasshoppers reach target sizes. Early, coordinated distribution is key. best bait uses homemade arsenite of soda as the killing agent to avoid crop losses.
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Michigan
Upper Peninsula
Michigan State College
Looking Backward June 17 1893 to 1923 in Ironwood district
A survey of items shows typhoid fever in 1893 with 300 sick and 12 deaths, water quality tests, mill water use figures, and local industry shifts. 1903 reports commence week at Luther L Wright with graduation plans and civic changes. 1913 notes include school bond approval, beaver counts, and wedding and mining news. 1923 entries cover graduations, weddings, law study, medical society trips, and residents’ travels.
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Water Works
Luther L. Wright High School
Gas Tax Payments Postponed By Bank Holiday
Michigan officials say the gasoline tax will be paid in full despite a bank holiday. A January tax of 1,50,000 was due Feb 20 with checks sent as evidence of debt. All but 87,860 have been paid, with plans to settle the rest within 80 days. Dealers are praised for honoring the obligations under tough business conditions.
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Michigan
Department of State
Education Department Employee Terminations Reported
A sequence of notices indicates major staff cuts at the education department after earlier highway department layoffs. Paul F. Voelker informed every education staff member that their services will not be continued beyond the near term, signaling a broad workforce reduction across the department.
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Highway Department
Paul F. Voelker
Department of Education
Balloon party idea for bridal showers and home hints
A 1933 domestic column describes a Balloon party for a bridal shower with balloon motif decor on vases and tally cards, balloon gifts, balloon themed bridge tables, balloon shaped refreshments, and prizes. It also offers quick tips on porch rugs, preventing fudge from overflowing, and caring for silk stockings.
Outdoor sports promote vigor and broad appeal of golf
Dr. William J. Scholes argues English speaking nations prize outdoor sports, with golf rising to national prominence, swimming as vital summer pastime, and baseball remaining endlessly enjoyable. He cautions on water safety after eating, notes indoor balls lessen head injuries, and stresses choosing sports to fit health needs for balanced fitness and mental refreshment.
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William J. Scholes
Bonnet-Brown
Dismissal Notice Casts Political Tone on Department
The notice states an absolute dismissal of all personnel after July 1. It claims the action aims to fill positions with workers for the Democrat ticket and to place the department on a political basis for the first time in its history.
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Democrat
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Ironwood, Mich
R, Connor
POR Legion
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Ofronwood Legionnaire
Hag
Army
Dutch Guiana
Austria
Calumet & Hecla
Sam Reid
Wheeler& Wilson Sewing Machine Company
Metropolitan Company
F. C. Chamberlain
Mr. Trumbell
J. J. Jensen
P. Ehrmantraut
St. Paul
Boston
Luther L. Wright School
Ethel McLean
Douglas Rothschild
Olga Monroe
Louise Johnson
Zella Walker
Gladya Coe
Guy Fuller
Alex Chisholm
Claud Larson
Margaret Wxworthy
Daisy Cuyler
Christiana Miller
Birdie Nast
Rex Plowman
Iron Mountain High School
Peninsula
Gama
Chapman
Mary Luxmore
Christine Holemo
Ashland
M. BH. Church
Harry Jackson
Hurley
Rhinsharts’ Hospital
Presbyterian Church
Jackson
Board of Review
Norria
Geo. H. Abeel
Arch Street
Mildred
Thomas Harbin Monroe
Tacoma
Wash
Edwin D. Weed
Church of the Transfiguration
Lake Superior
Pabat
North Pabst
J. H. Urquhart
C. M. Humphrey
D. G. Pierpont
George EH. Moore
Pearson Wells
B. O. Hayes
L. C. Brewer
Houghton
Milwaukee
H. E. Fox
Howard Frace
R. UH. Mullen
Ray Frace
Escanaba
Frace
Detroit
Florence Moore
Fond du Lac
Leonard McMannan
Peter McManman
F. J. Hager
James
la Crosse
George Saunderson
University of Wisconsin
Elizabeth Scott
Lillie Eb, Scott
Lassie Rowe
Helen Killeen
Duluth
State Teachers College
T. FF. Killean
Stephen MacKevitt
Veronica
Marquette Conservatory of Music
Hdna Johnson
St. Lukes’ Hospital
Robert Johnson
Anna
Mis. J. B. Lyons
G. Base
Johnson
Christ Basso
Arnold
Arthur
Francis Basso
Marquette University
Frank Lesselyong
Mayo Hospital
Rochester
Mr. Lesselyong
BE. F. Lesselyong
D. BH. Sutherland
Norway
Loretta Nadelmey
Mellen School
Voelker
Hief
Theousehold
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