23 Feb 1917
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Newspaper
Traverse City Press
Location
Traverse City, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1917
Page
1
A city commission read a new ordinance increasing bus and taxi charges. It sets 25 cents per passenger or trunk within one mile and 50 cents for over a mile, plus 10 cents extra per 100 pounds over weight. Funeral vehicles rise to 3.50.
Traverse City celebrates its first winter carnival on Washington's Birthday with hundreds gathering at the Municipal Skating Rink. The event showcased civic spirit, with the High School Band and Ford Band providing music, and municipal leadership credited for a successful, memorable day that signals a bright regional future.
The article notes a recent Chamber of Commerce gathering where about six members attended while key leaders were absent. It questions the meaning and purpose of the meeting and suggests waning understanding among attendees.
Traverse City launches an open forum next Sunday with Prof M E Duckies presenting The situation in Mexico and Conditions on the Border at four o clock in the City Library basement. The talk aims to inform and entertain, with questions to follow and admission free to all.
The city faces a first year cost of 962 for housing stray pups, funded by a $37 building purchase and a $25 annual ground rental. Officials shield municipal chambers from potential derelict control under George’s authority.
Auto show attendees in Grand Rapids praised John A. Ott the local dealer for managing the Overland Special Car. Guests traveled from the G R J station by train and were entertained with dancing and hospitality, with Ott earning cheers for his efforts.
A time recording clock has been installed at the Pere Marquette round house ensuring accurate official time. The PM system is updated to current standards with ongoing modern improvements.
Several petitions circulated to recall John R Santo a Traverse City official alleging violations of the city charter. Petitioners claim Santo sought an increase in daily salary and acted beyond his authority by purchasing cemetery certificates and approving related funds.
An article notes a society focused on child protection and prevention efforts, mentioning organizational aims and official oversight. It highlights concerns about safeguarding children and the group’s role in community welfare and policy.
A group of women educators appears before Traverse City mayor and school board chairman to urge a salary increase. They cite rising living costs of about six dollars per month and argue teachers should earn about two thousand dollars annually, inviting readers to submit answers through THE PRESS.
The Press Advertising Service offers wide circulation in Traverse City with rural routes reaching surrounding areas. It highlights profitable advertising tied to actual sales, offers copy preparation via a service bureau, and claims PRESS readers favor advertisers who deal fairly.
Commissioner Santo files voluminous charges against City Clerk Nash alleging incompetency and misappropriation of funds. Suspension ordered during investigation with hearings set for February 28 at five oclock. notices advertise sales of orchard produce and a 50 ft corner lot on West 8th Street.
Rumors of moving the entire Brown Lumber Co. plant to Manistique lack support. Only a small portion of the factory will relocate while the Traverse City site will retain most operations. Cabinet work and auto parts equipment will stay and be expanded to boost local production and employment.
Mrs J T Milliken is the entered nominee for the Board of Education race in Traverse City. She will be the first woman to aspire to political elective honors there while Mrs J W Milliken's winter trip to California causes no bearing on the election.
A fragment describes Bartak Minor and others entering a commission room with a petition for salary raises for teachers. The commission tabled the matter for the present while payroll and routine business proceeded. An advertisement touts KALO MITE laundry product and McCormick.
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