CALCITE SCREENINGS 1936

ALCITE QEENING

Spring

1936

No Accident Honor Roll Department, Foreman or Captain BLASTING CREWS

Theo. Haselhuhn

CARPENTER SHOP

Chas. Hoffman

DRILLS

Thomas Kelley

DRILLS

John Dembny

ELECTRICAL CREWS

Frank Reinke

MILL

Adolph Sorgenfrei

MILL

Max Belmore

POWER HOUSE

Geo. C. Wing

SHOVELS

N. W. Pollock

TRACKS

John Modrynski

TRACKS

Peter Giovangnoria

TRANSPORTATION

C. C. Eldridge

TRANSPORTATION

Victor Koch

YARD

Julius Zemple

TUGS

Capt. Walter Peppier Chief Frank Lamp

BUFFALO PLANT DETROIT DOCK

C. W. Richards E. B. Metzen

STR. CARL D. BRADLEY

Capt. William MacLean Chief John Sparre

STR. T. W. ROBINSON

Capt. Crossley McQuinn Chief Guy LaBounty

STR. B. H. TAYLOR

Capt. F. F. Pearse Chief Thos. Suttle

STR. W. F. WHITE

STR. JOHN G. MUNSON

Capt. M. R. MacLean Chief J. A. Anderson

Capt. Theo. Dahlburg Chief Arthur Urdal

STR. CALCITE

Capt. Clayton Martin Chief Charles Frederick

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Published monthly by the Michigan Limestone & Chemical Company, Rogers City, Michigan, in the interest of Safety and Welfare.

The columns of "Calcite Screenings" are open to receive items of plant news, photographs, cartoons, safety suggestions and other items of general plant interest. Contributions will be welcomed from all employees. All such contributions should be received before the first of each month and should bear the name of the de partment and the sender and should be addressed to the editor. J. A. VALENTIN, Editor.

Spring Issue

April, 1936

EDITORIALS

Edwin E. Ellis, Vice-President of The United States Steel Corporation It is with profound sorrow that we record the death of Edwin E. Ellis, Vice President of the

years in this capacity, he was transferred to the

United States Steel Corp., who died on March 10th of pneumonia at his home in Short Hills,

Birmingham, Alabama, where he remained for

N. J., after an illness of only a few days. He was the Vice President in charge of its iron ore, coal and limestone properties. This Company and the Bradley Transportation Com pany were under his direction and he frequent ly visited our operations where he had made

many friends in the organization. He always took an interest in the welfare of all employees and was a tireless worker in all things pertain ing to the betterment of the Steel Corporation. Mr. Ellis had been associated with the Steel

Corporation for the past 30 years. He was born in Hinsdale, Michigan, March 7, 1883, the son

of John Ellis, a Congregational minister, and

Ella Gary Ellis, sister of Judge Elbert H. Gary, first Chairman of Board of the Corporation. His first connection with the Corporation was as assistant geologist for the Oliver Iron Min

ing Company, Duluth, in 1906. Serving for two

What We Learn From OurPast Year's

Accident Experiences

Tennessee Coal, Iron & Railroad Company at 17 years, eventually becoming manager of the Company's land department. In 1925 Mr. Ellis was attached to the staff of

the Steel Corporation in charge of special mineralogical research, particularly in nonferrous metals. Subsequently he was made President of

the Universal Exploration Company, a subsidi ary of the Corporation, through which the re search work under Mr. Ellis' direction was con

ducted. It was in this capacity that he develop ed the Corporation's extensive zinc ore proper ties in Tennessee.

Mr. Ellis was a member of the American Iron and Steel Institute, American Institute of Min

ing and Metallurgical Engineers, Society of Ec onomic Geologists, Mining and Metallurgical Society of America and the Canadian Institute

of Mining and Metallurgy. He also was a mem

ber of Beta Theta Pi and Phi Betta Kappa. He is survived by his wife, a daughter and two sons.

In addition to the three lost time

accidents

there were one hundred and forty-three requir ing medical attention or first aid. from mere scratches

These were

and abrasions to

others

At the beginning of another season's activity, it will be beneficial and interesting to review our

more serious but involving no loss of time.

past season's accident experience. In all operations there was a total of 1,213,905 man hours of exposure with one serious lost time accident at the Calcite plant. This was the Chas. Baker eye injury, which resulted in

the boats of the Bradley Transportation Com pany, two lost time accidents. The Buffalo plant

two weeks lost time.

There were two other

lost time accidents. One to Martin Birk, first assistant engineer of the Steamer John G. Munson, when his finger caught between a gear and a pinion. The other was to William Schelley, conveyorman on the Steamer Carl D. Bradley, when he caught his arm between the boom belt and idlers.

In the first accident Baker was struck by a piece of material over which he had no control. In the other two, the men injured were directly responsible for what happened.

At Calcite we had one lost time accident. On

made an excellent showing last season with no lost time accidents. The Detroit Dock and the

Central Radio both did well in completing the season with no lost time accidents.

Of all the injuries sustained 21% were eye cases; 41% pertained to injuries of the hands and fingers; 26% to the arms, legs and feet; 7l/2^o were head injuries and injuries to the back 4y2%.

A further check reveals that 18%

were foreign substance in the eye, 51% cuts and bruises, 15%> burns, 7% were attributed to being caught between moving materials or in machin

ery, 3% were punctures, 2% falls, 2% hit by falling material and 2%— (Continued on Page 877)

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Safety—And The Trend of

Safe At Home? Is It Our Safest

Superstition

Environment?

Regardless of how we express ourselves, what we really think usually is responsible for how

sidered to be in our safest environment.

we

act.

Most any workman will agree that it's a good plan to have a well operating safety program functioning in his behalf and a vast majority are sincere in their support of a safety program, and earnestly strive for its success. Some will even occasionally go so far as offering coustructive criticism or safety ideas. Others have the idea that their personal safety is their own re

sponsibility and then there are those who seem to think thai safety propaganda is for minors

When we are at home, we are usually con How

ever, of ihe ninety-nine thousand killed by acci dents last year, 31,500 lost their lives as a result of accidents in the home. This does not indicate that the home is so

safe. An analysis of these accidents show that 44 per cent of them were falls, with burns. scalds, asphyxiation, firearms, cuts and poison as other leading causes.

On the nther hand, occupational jobs cost the lives of 16,500 last year. This would indicate that the men are much safer on the job than

and children, for the other fellow, not for him.

they are. al home, it is difficult to understand

Why, he is big and strong—nothing can happen to liini—he's not afraid. All of those thoughts and ideas playing in a workmaifs mind are re

at home.

sponsible to a large degree, for his daily actions and

for the success or

failure

of

any

why this should be; if a man can take care ol himself on the job, he should be able to do so What a workman does after he goes home is usually considered his own affair. His boss has

safety

program. If a workman

no

is whole-heartedly in favor of safety and can

practices, and being at

see its benefits, there is

little cause for anxiety. If he thinks it's his own

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alarm.

And with any ox all of the above types of thinking, there may be another which can play havoc with any well planned safety program.

authority

mand

him

to

to use

com sate

borne, he considers him self safe and forgets the safety he has been taught at the plant. A chair on the table .and a

box mi top of that will suffice for a stepladder, poorly lighted stair ways will let you up and down, hut eventual

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to use iodine on a little

sera tcli Our 1935 Bulletin Board

That is a superstitious trend of thought or atti tude. In the minds of some people if you are born

at

the

plant,

but I'm boss here. This

little scratch is nothing

yet it takes a finger, an arm or possibly a life. The American Red Cross have instituted

a

program for promoting safety in the home that

to drown, you will never hang, and if your doom is death by pneumonia, you need not worry about

l>i«ls fair to show favorable results.

smallpox. If you are destined to live to a ripe old

we humans are too often resentful of anything

age, von need have no fear of accidents. Wheth er or not we admit it, if we have and believe

such thots we are harboring a superstition and

However,

thai resembles interference in our private lives.

This probably is the most logical explanation

no man can be termed a safe workman whose

of why home accidents have been growing alarmingly while accident experience in indus

Hue of thot travels in these channels.

trial plants and other organized units of labor

Certainly the records of some companies, who have instituted and carried on intelligent acci

dent prevention activities, prove conclusively thai accidents can be eliminated and thai it is en-MiK-Miis to believe that their happening is just a stroke of the hand of fate over winch we have no control.

have been showing decided increases.

A workman, injured at home and going to work with that impairment, must be considered a distinct hazard on the job and a liability to the firm for which he is working. In promoting safe ty in the home those doing so have uppermost in mind the welfare of the workman and family.

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Accident Causes Death Of

Traffic Accidents In i8gi And Now Days

Frank Durecki An accident, which occurred in our quarry

The following items originally published in

early Thursday morning, February 20th, 1936,

Denver newspapers in 1891 indicate the nature

resulted in the death of Frank Durecki.

of traffic accidents common forty-five years ago and show that attention was being given to

Number 1.1 shovel was being used in stripping operations and was working in a face about 45

speed regulations even before motor vehicles

ft. high, and about 27 ft. of this material had been previously cast over. There was consider

came into use.

able frost in the top of this pre-cast cone, in

team this morning. Air. S. L. Townseud received a serious scalp wound." "Police officers have been stationed at Six

some places as much as 6 ft.

The shovel had

been having difficulty loading this material and on this occasion, after a succession of attempts to dislodge the frozen crust, it was decided to blast it down.

Frank Durecki carried the necessary drilling equipment to the top of the bank, had drilled one hole and returned to

the locomotive

fur

nishing air to clear the air line of frost. He had

just left the locomotive and was thought to be

"The mail stage was wrecked by a runaway

teenth and Curtis Streets during the day to en force the ordinance against driving at the rate oi more than four miles an hour. The deadly

horse and buggy catastrophes have piled up sev eral serious, if not fatal, cases the past week. Mean while, a whole family was hurled to des truction in a southern state by a team of run away oxen !*'

about half way up the bank,

Well, we might add that times have changed but people

when the men on the locomo tive heard the frozen mater

ial slide into the pit. Durecki was found in the bottom of the

pit.

The path used to the top of

TtftAYS

the bank was about 15 ft. back

THE

from the edge of the cut, but the frozen earth broke about

30 ft. back and in a diagonal line to the edge. At the vd^c

PAY

of the cut. the frost was about

6 ft. deep while where it broke

off, it was 18 inches deep, and this upper wedge canted into operator

Clarence

erating condition to be haz ardous, as in trying to dis lodge the frozen material, the

operator

had

several

that the circumstances have just been reversed. The car can be controlled but the dri ver can't.

it is really difficult to say what the records will show in

a certain well known metrop police

and

traffic

courts have been cracking down upon traffic offenders,

Osborne and Oiler Walter San-

timo did not consider the op

runaway horse hut most auto

mobiles can be stopped. The trouble now, as we see it, is

olis. The

the pit.

Shovel

not so much. In fact, there may have been some reason for being unable to control a

SAFETY

times

raised the rear of the shovel off its base. Pore-

man Robert Hamilton had been speaking to Du

and find that after three months' intensive work in

1936, trying to curb traffic ac cidents, that they have had about as many fatalities as

they experienced during the same period in 1935. Where would they be if they were not trying harder than ever to curb

recki about forty-five minutes before the acci dent and cautioned him about getting too close to the edge of the frozen bank. Any accident is regrettable. Practically all accidents are preventable, and an accident which

these accidents? Instead of any let-up in the

takes a life seems inexcusable.

that is progress, but is it in the right direction? Law enforcement officers claim the majority of people are earnest and sincere in their efforts to obey the law- and do what's right. Again, it is the few who try to get away with something

More

careful

attention by the individual employee to his safe working conditions, and a concerted effort by all will continue to reduce our accident risks.

prosecution of criminally negligent, the law enlorcement bodies will be required to increase its effort if we are to live in as safe an environ

ment as surrounded us in past years.

Possibly

Frank was ?>7 years old and came to work for the Company on August 4, 1919. He had worked as a plug driller since 1926 and was always a

or who think the law was not made for them

dependable, careful, assiduous worker: valued

we need no assistance.

by the workers.

Company and

admired by his

fellow

that usually get us into trouble and occasionally Yes, they may have had their traffic troubles in 1891 but it's certain we will have ours in 1936.

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Work On The Boats

Four Steamers Of The Bradley Transportation Fleet Are Conditioned For Season By R. C. Sumbrook The Bradley Transportation Company is nowbeginning to consider Cheboygan its home port. The "W. P. White" has become such a familiar

sight on the east side of the river, wdiere she has been for the past eighteen months, that the

place would seem lost without her. Heine Mer man, who is keeping ship on the •"While," is now looked upon as a permanent resident. We started out in 1933 by laying tip two

Steamers providing Chemical Company

al Cheboygan, and our program of work for both .Michigan Limestone & Company and Bradley Transportation men has worked out so well that we

Ahove—The Bradley Transportation Company in win ter quarters at Cheboygan. From left to right. Steamer T. W. Robinson. John G. Munson. W. F. White, Calcite

and B. H. Taylor.

eral large jobs, but we are now' getting into a lot of miscellaneous small jobs in addition to the larger jobs. On the '"Calcite," some rctubing on the center boiler was done and repairs on the main engine and center elevator are also under way.

On the "'Munson," No. 5 and 6 tanks were restiffened, the center elevator rebuilt, and the

main engine and center boiler re-insulated and

fell we could lake care of the work on five steamers this winter. There is still room for an

lagged.

other boat in the river so perhaps we can look forward to taking care of the whole fleet in our

On the "Taylor," the high pressure cylinder was rebored and the boom is to be lengthened.

northern winter quarters. The "Carl D. Brad

On the ""Robinson," some bulkhead work in

ley" is the only one missing this year, it being necessary for her to lay up at Cleveland with a

chute built at the head of the tunnel conveyors

storage cargo of stone. We have three vessels.

in addition to revamniim- the batterv room and

Xo. 2 cargo hold was installed and a redesigned

the ".Munson." "Calcite," and "Taylor," laid up abreast the McArthur Dock, with the "Robin son" astern of them and further down the river,

while the "White' is on the opposite bank. The Chebovgan river certainly seems fully occupied as shown in our picture. Because of the larger number of steamers at

Cheboygan, several new Bradley Transportation Company families have been introduced to the town .Mark Has well and his family on the •"Calcite" and now old timers, Mr. and Mrs. Chris

Swart/, on the "Taylor" ami Mr. and Mrs. Ted Strand on the "Munson" are new comers. Mr.

and Mrs. Bill Shay are shipkeepers on the "Rob inson' and

with P.vcrett

on the winter work

gang, they had quite a family party.

A Cjuitc extensive program of winter work was contemplated on these vessels and the man

agement expected to take care of a total ol lifty men for the winter period, but this gang was later increased to sixty. When we first started

winter repair work at Cheboygan we had sev-

Engineer R. C. Stanbrook, M. L. &

C. Co.,on the right;

John Sparre, Chief Engineer Str. Carl D. Bradley, at the left. In charge of winter work at Che

boygan.

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"age

installing of a boiler H-ed pump.

increasing experience we feel more confident in

I he winter work gang was divided into four

main groups—Hull, Conveyor, Mechanical and Electrical.

I he big job for the Hull gang was on the "Munson" where they renewed the stiffeners in Xo. 5 and (> tanks. This was a similar job to that done or, the "White" last year. In addition to this, many loose rivets were re-driven in the double bottoms. Several changes were made on the "Robinson." The new type of chute which

is being put in at the head end of the tunnel

conveyors was designed with the idea of stop ping breakage as

much as possible.

Several

changes are being made in the conveyor store loom. '1 he starboard side is being converted in to a closed compartment to house the transform ers, batteries, and forward winch controls, which

were originally exposed to the dust from cargo unloading. A steel conveyor store room and work bench has been built on the port side. The majority of these changes on the "Robinson" were dictated by the fact that she is being used

in the coal trade, and it is now felt that together with the long boom with which she was filled

last year she has no equal in this phase of the unloader boat business.

The Hull gang is also preparing for the length ening of the ""Taylor's" boom. This is a similar job to that done on the "Munson" at Calcite last, year. The head end of the boom is to be moved out and a thirty-five foot section inserted. In order

to handle

this heavier

875

boom

with

the

same hoisting engine, both the upper and lower

sheave assemblies are being changed to ball bearings to cut down the friction. The steam en

gine operated swing engines are being replaced by 1). C. motor operated winches. The "A" frame is being considerably strengthened in all four

undertaking more intricate work. All the work

undertaken by this gang so far has been accom plished in a very satisfactory manner.

The nucleus of the Conveyor crew is made up of conveyor men and assistant conveyor men of the Bradley Transportation Company who are

mostly ex-plant men and who are well qualified

in this class of work. The center elevators on the

"Munson" and "Calcite" were rebuilt by this crew. J'oth of these elevators suffered consid

erably in the coke trade and have now been put in first class condition. A considerable number of smaller jobs were also accomplished on all of the vessels in this department. The Mechanical gang comprises all the assist ant engineers of the fleet who were available

for work this year. We had quite a number wdio were enjoying the Florida sunshine while others

were shipkeepiug. so thai some eight of the as sistants did not work th'is winter. They will, no doubt, return to their work full of" ambition when they start to fit-out. This Mechanical gang with their helpers refilled ihe "Calcite" main engine and retubed the center boiler. On the "Munson." considerable repair work was

done on the flue caps, air heaters, and breeching.

The center boiler was re-insulated and re-lagged, and a new insulated cover

installed

on

the

main engine. The "Taylor" is to have the HP

engine refitted and a new I'.odenlos piston in stalled. This i^ang always seems to fall heir to a multitude of small miscellaneous jobs which

require a lot of time and patience ami which are always accomplished satisfactorily. The Electrical gang seems to include all the

available boat and plant radio operators. Their

three largest jobs have been the motorizing of the "Taylor's" boom swing, the rearranging of

legs and particularly at the head end.

the batteries and winch controls on the "Robin

The personnel of this Hull crew has not great ly changed during the last three years, and with

son." and the installation of the boiler feed pump Control.

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Front Row, left to right—A. McDonald. G. LoVeck. S. Centala. L. Joppich, L. Voda, Wm. Gager, II. Kuchavski. M. Richards, G. King, C. Curvin, A. Leatscaw, H. Menton. L. Smolinski, H. Felax. Center Row, left to right—H. Sloan, C. Hog, C. Sobock, A. All. V. Klec. Wm. Kminer. G. Kerr. O. Sparre. P. Mulka. L. Pines. T. Rose. A. Ne-

deau, J. Lamb. C. Lister, E. Mulka, II. Gruelke. Back Row, Stott. C. Fredericks, F. Ware. A. Dwyer, H. Nidy. S. Haske, Holt, S. Church, E. Shay. R. Kowalski, D. Monroe, R. Lamb. pich. Wm. Schelley. J. Smolinski. \V. Yarch, C. Greenleaf, .1. Markey.

Standing, left

to right—.1. Buck, Henderson, C.

Wm. Harnbacher. A. Cosseliu. 0. K. Falor. E. G. Hardin. .1. Gapsynzski. L. Bannon, Wm. JopMiller. B. McVeigh, J. Gatons, A. Malocha. J.

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Ten Years To Work Safely Is An Achievement OfNote • I

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SHE

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Front row: left to right, A. Dullack. C. Oriwatsch, G. Wenzel, N. Pelon. G. Pines. F. Reinke, Ass't. Power

Electrical Department

Safety Banquet

Supt., W. Wischnefski, B. Howell, J. Noble, C. Stott. Back row: left to right, M. Johnson, F. Ware, L. O'Con nor, H. Rusch. J. Montayt, C. Starr, B. Wagner, E. Lee, E. Dehnke, F. Lee.

pie a la mode, coffee, mints, nuts and cigars.

'By George R. Jones The food was good and there was plenty of it. Ten years as we look backward is indeed short -ten years as we look ahead is much lonot;r—ten vears to work and work safely is in deed an achievement of note. To the Electrical

.Department goes the honor of accomplishing this record. As a motion of appreciation to the men of the Electrical Department, a banquet

was given them oil the evening of February 8th at the Westminster Church dining hall.

The dinner was served and prepared by Circle One of the Westminster Guild and ably assisted by Otto Sparre, Chef of the Str. Carl P. Bradley. All during the dinner hour Knabe's orchestra presented very pleasing dinner music. Roy Elcw'elling. accordianist from Alpena gave seve

ral numbers and proved very popular with the fellows. Edward Knabe, violinist, is always wel

comed by his audience and gave three violin se-

The only thing formal about the banquet was the menu.' The members of the Electrical De

h.lions. More group singing was enjoyed be fore the Chairman introduced the evening's

partment and guests numbered thirty-one in all

speakers.

malities aside and have an evening of food and

spoke on the subject of "Who Makes No Acci-

and proceeded to have a good time, cast all for

good fellowship. A rousing song started things going and bow-

The first spe&lcei, I'resident John (i. Munson.

that electrical bunch did sing. They were sur

prising. They sounded like a college glee club. They sing just like they practice safety—100%.

Everyone was seated ai one large square table,

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eight places to a side. Hand printed place cards pointed out the respective places and were so

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arranged Ihat the oldest to the youngest em

ployee was in seniority order. The table was

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very well decorated with flowers, bowls of fruit, *'<

candles and sprigs of evergreen. The menu was headed wilh a fruit cocktail.

then premium roast beef, mashed potatoes, brown gravy, string beans, cabbage au gratin, combination salad, barker Ilouse rolls, apple

>.'.

George C. Wing Power Superintendent

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dent Records". Speaking to a group with a ten year record, he had to go no further than the Electrical Department to point out who makes such a record. A group that has been more than just co-operative but alert, interested in safety everywdiere and contributors to the progress of the safety idea. To go further than this particu lar group, he complimented the entire Michigan Limestone organization on acquiring and retain ing a safety consciousness. Other plant depart ments are building envious safety records. His closing thought was the hope that the same group would all be present ten years hence to celebrate another decade of safety accom plishment arid a twenty year record. George C. Wing, power superintendent and foreman of the Electrical Department, spoke briefly on "How No Accident Records Are Made." The keynote of his speech was "constant

care". Said Mr. Wing: "With a department which is busy in the field of electricity, heating and water the exposure to accidents is above average. In ten years many changes in plant equipment and operation have occurred bring ing new problems. To keep a clean record has required a continuous vigil and alertness." "Another point that has gone far in accident prevention within the Electrical Department has been in harmony among its individuals. This spirit was ideal territory on which a safety pro gram could grow and prosper. A spirit that also helped make a day's work one of pleasure." "The calls have been close and most 01 the individuals are thankful that minor accidents were not more serious. Such accidents would

undoubtedly have been serious to a less careful worker."

Some remembrance has usually been given to

members of a department who have garnered recognition in safety work. Each member of the electrical crew was given a new hat in recogni tion of the effort put forth in establishing a long time safety record. President John G. Munson presented such a gift to John Noble, the oldest

A box of cigars went to the winner. So ended an evening of celebration. All re

ported an exceptionally good time and plenty of delicious food. When the Electrical Department launched their safety campaign, they adopted the slogan "Safety First Always". After the banquet they felt that their slogan should read "Safety Pays Always". Good luck boys in your endeavor to stretch

your record another ten years. Your example should help others in the fight to save human lives and prevent suffering from accidents.

What We Learn From OurPast Year's

Accident Experiences

Continued from page 87i

were poison ivy cases. A check into age of employees injured and his

length of service with the company showed that they happened in all ages, and length of service didn't seem a matter of any influence. While the majority of our accidents resulted in minor injuries, many of them could easily have been more severe.

The seriousness of the

result of any accident has nothing to do with its cause and, therefore, with its prevention. If we can prevent the small injuries we just natur ally will take care of large ones at the same time.

Again, "Accidents don't just happen, they are caused," and when we find the solution as to

what caused them and how they could have been

prevented, we will have gone far in reducing all accidents and the pain, misery and suffering which usually follows.

Work On The BoatS Continuedfrom Page 875 The winter work this year was in charge of John Sparre, Chief Engineer of the Steamer "Carl D. Bradley," and Chief Charlie Frederick of the "Calcite" was second in command.

man from the standpoint of service in the de

The transportation arrangements were the same as in previous years. Whereas in past years all the men boarded at the Ottawa Hotel, this

partment.

year they were divided between the LaLonde

Brief but fitting remarks were made by sonic of the guests outside of the department. The/ all expressed pleasure of their privilege of help ing the electrical boys celebrate. Frank Reinke was satisfied to let George

Inn and the Ottawa. This arrangement seemed to work very well, and a high standard of sanita tion and health has been maintained. In spite of

Wing take the honors as speaker and made his talk brief. However, Frank assumes responsi bility to keep things going, and have a speech that will beat George at the next ten year meet ing. We know Frank can talk, but if you call it a speech, he just calmly backs away. All

the fellows able to

remain after

the

the extremely cold weather there has been less

sickness than last year and we have been again without any lost time accidents, although we have had a considerable number of minor acci

dents. The vessels at Cheboygan will soon be starting their fit-out and we hope to be able to bring our winter program to a very satisfactory conclusion again without a lost time accident.

scheduled program played Spitzer. Four tables

When an automobile stops by the roadside in the daylight, that is trouble; when it stops af

were soon in action and Herman Rusch took the

ter dark, that is romance.

prize as the best player. Chas. Griwatsch, Mar tin Johnson and Adolph Dullack gave him a close race but Herman is smoking the cigars.

Every great institution is the lengthened sha dow of a single man.

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Our Country—Wko Really Owns It"? By H. S. Lewis The February number of the Kord News con tains an article which brings out quite clearly that our country is not owned by a few, but by many: in fact all of us are owners. We pass on to our readers the substance of the article. We

have been led to believe, through repeated state

ments by some, that the rich 2% of the people own 80% to 90* of the nation's wealth..

This

docs not seem right, so let's investigate a bit.

dollars worth ot

personal property is

almost

completely owned by its users. Of 25,000,000 au

tomobiles 38% are paid for when bought and 9bl_i% are eventually paid for in full. There are a million and a half retail stores in

the country, nine-tenths of which are little stores accounting for 2% of the nation's wealth. Another 5% for local business buildings, offices and shops accounts for 50% of the national

personal

wealth. Add 8% for collective wealth, churches,

nioiicw

amount of laud, whether the national wealth is

schools, libraries, parks and government proper ty and we have 5^%. Then we have corporate wealth. The big cor porations themselves are in turn owned by 12 million people of which 45% are women. These

460 billion dollars, as estimated for 1929, or 320

large companies in turn deal with thousands of

Who owns the

farms, homes and

property, the stores and factories, the

stock and debts of our country? The year does not matter.

There are the

same number

of

homes, farms and productive facilities, the same

small concerns again owned by the small invest

billion dollars, as estimated for 1933.

In 1(>29, the largest single block of

wealth,

22% of the whole was dwellings, the homes of

people, valued at 102 billion dollars. Who owns those homes? Next in volume were the farms, 12% of the whole valued at 58 billion dollars. Who owns those farms? Then consider the next

ll]/2% of the wealth consisting of clothing, household furnishings, jewelry and cars. We all know the ownership of these items is almost en tirely with individuals.

ors. So conservatively

Computing the private

individuals' share in all these things, it looks very much like about 72% of our country is owned by the ordinary individual, you and I and the rest of us.

All drivers are pedestrians at some time or other. Also a great many pedestrians drive oc casionally. Therefore, all are concerned in the motor vehicle accident problem.

Of the 2? million houses and lots in our coun

try 17 million are owned by the people who live in them, and most of the others are owned by the same individuals as small investments. In

cities 70% of this property is free from mort gage, and banks hold only one-fifth of such mortgages. Of 6 million farms, 3/j million are owned by the men who operate them, and b00.000 rent additional land. Almost 2-3 of our crop land is owned by the farmers who harvest it.

And who owns the farm mortgages? About 30% of the farm mortgages are held by active and re tired farmers themselves; 32% by farmers local financial group and insurance companies, and l''1' by government agencies. Nearly 50 billion

The. residence of Cash Sofoeek is an example of the employee's investment.

The Company Plant at Calcite is a good example of corporate investment.

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It Costs $ll,500 To Give Us A Job By H. S. Lewis A recent issue of Steel Facts gives us the in formation that approximately $11,500 must be expended to finance and maintain an average

job for each employee in the Steel Industry. This means that it costs $11,500 to provide an employee with a place to work, tools to work with and materials to work on.

The manufacturing of iron and steel pro ducts requires

such an enormous amount of

heavy, complicated and expensive machinery and such a large investment

The net return

of this huge in

in manufactur

ing land, build ing and mach inery, that $8,990 is expend

vestment after

nt*"*4Âť

equipment, and

for

ment may be made when required. All these items represent a total invest ment in the steel industry of over $4,700,000,000, or an average of about $11,500 per employee.

i n

raw materials, property and

ed

work may go on between the time finished pro ducts are shipped to customers and the payment for same is received; that payrolls, taxes, freight and interest charges, operating expenses and such like may be made promptly, and that re pairs and replacements of machinery and equip

*N

AVERAGE JOB IN

STEEL INDUSTRY

meeting all ex penses, has

'N

amounted

to

only

2yi

per

cent

over

the

past 10 years.

neces

The

neces

sary real es tate, etc., just to provide a place to work

with a job then

and tools work with.

lows :

sary

capital to pro vide each of us

to

After the place to work is provided, an ample supply of raw materials, coal, ore and limestone, finished and semi-finished steel products, must

be constantly maintained, requiring a further in vestment of $1580 to provide the materials to work on.

Much ready cash must be available in order that a steady flow of raw materials and other purchased materials may be maintained; that

The Calendar Contest Draws Interest We have heard much favorable comment on

the 1936 Safety Calendars distributed to our em ployees, and not only are they occupying their usual prominent place in the home, but the monthly contest on the back of each calendar page is commanding much attention. < Proof of this comes from the inquiries we have received and from the entries in the first

several monthly contests. Entries in January were approximately 2000;

February approximately 3500; and since the contest idea in this application is new, it is ex pected that subsequent months will bring an in creasingly large number of entries. Almost every state is represented in the com petition, as well as Alaska and Canada.

invested

is about as fol

Raw materials, property, equipment Materials to work on

$8,990.00 1,580.00

All other funds

930.00

Total $11,500.00 This is not hard to realize when we think of

the large amount of property, buildings and equipment, provided by the Limestone and Brad-

Icy Co. in providing some 700 of us with jobs.

A surprise element is that the preponderance of entries is from adults, many of them women, a strong indication that the calendar is being given thorough use both front and back.

The first month contest was a word-building competition. The reverse side of the February page offered a scrambled word contest, while

March was a limerick contest. Rules are printed beneath each contest announcement.

Winners will be selected within two weeks af

ter the contest deadline—the last day of each month. Announcement of winners will appear in future issues of "Calcite Screenings." Fifty dollars in cash prizes is given away each month, $20 for the first prize, $10 for the second prize, $5 for the third prize and fifteen prizes of $1. Have you tried your skill in these contests?

Tt may be an easy way of earning some extra money. Look on the back of each month's page of your calendar.

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The Hazard Of Fire lit Homes By J, Barnes Williams United States Steel Corporation Insurance Department Fires are not "Acts of God". Usually they may be attributed to human carelessness, indiffer

ence or neglect and are, therefore, preventable. They occur without warning, frequently where least expected, and are more easily prevented than extinguished.

Forethought and care will prevent most fires but, if one occurs, be prepared to fight it with adequate extinguishing equipment. Women, be cause they spend so much of their time at home, should see that such protection is available and

Mr. Williams has handled the insurance of the Michi gan Limestone & Chemical Company oyer a long period oj years. writers' Laboratories. Never smoke in a garage or in or near an automobile while its gas tank is being filled. Always shut off the ignition be fore filling the tank. Do not use water on gaso line, oil or grease fires; use a carbon tetrachlor ide extinguisher or earth, sand, salt or flour— such fires must be smothered.

know how to use it. They should also learn the location of the nearest public fire-alarm and how it is operated. We feel safest in our homes—despite the fact that fires in them are much more frequent than

Take no chances with gasoline. It is one of the most dangerous substances in common use and very powerful. It causes terrific explosions —treat it like dynamite.

is generally realized,' that sixty percent of the

sible for a great many fires because lighted matches, cigars and cigarettes are carelessly dis

TION causes many fires. Because of their affin ity for oxygen, rags, polishing cloths, mops, lit ter, etc., containing animal or vegetable oils or paint mixed with linseed oil are very susceptible to spontaneous combustion when in confined places, such as closets. The oil consumed oxygen from the air, raising the temperature until it is hot enough to ignite. Such chemical reactions occur when the right proportions of moisture,

carded. Never discard them until sure they are "out" and watch where they are thrown because each of them should be treated as a possible source of fire. The common practice of throw

stroy such rags after using but, if kept, they and oily mops should be thoroughly washed and hung outside of confined spaces or stored in air

ing them from moving automobiles should be stopped. Use safety matches, storing them in

the handles are removed.

total number of all fires occur in houses and,

that, if there is any fire fighting equipment in them, it is often worthless. A list of the principal hazards, with some sug

gestions as to their elimination, follows: MATCHES—SMOKING.—These are respon

metal containers, well out of the reach of chil dren. Strike them away from you so that they

will not ignite your clothing. Do not smoke in bed. A fire chief once said "People who smoke

in bed are too green to burn, but their beds are not."

GASOLINE.—Probably the most hazardous

thing done in homes is cleaning with

gasoline

and similar volatile liquids. Most people do not realize the great danger involved in their use— deaths from that cause are constantly increas

ing. Their vapors are highly explosive and may be ignited in many unexpected ways. There are

SPONTANEOUS IGNITION OR COMBUS

warmth and air are combined. It is best to de

tight metal containers. Mops can be so stored if RUBBISH should not be allowed to accumu

late anywhere, as it may cause spontaneous combustion. Watch closets, attics and cellars and keep them clean.

ELECTRICAL HAZARDS— Electrical equip ment, being mechanical, wears out and gets out of order, so it should receive frequent attention because, if neglected, it will cause trouble.

In a check-up of almost a thousand fires of electrical origin in one city, it was found that ninety-six per cent were caused by unapproved extensions and alterations and improper main tenance. Ignorance and neglect can easily con

known cases where such vapors traveled two hundred feet to a source of ignition. Static elec

vert electricity into a serious fire menace.

tricity, caused by rubbing of the material being cleaned, may cause ignition. Gasoline should never be poured in a sink or left standing in an open vessel. If such liquids are in. homes, they

to supply current for several outlets instead of one cord supplying each outlet or device. Do

should be kept in unbreakable, air-tight con

it by jerking on the wire instead of gripping the plug. Do not twist it into knots or string it over nails or run it under rugs. The removal

tainers but, under no circumstances, use them in the house.

Use only non-inflammable, non-explosive cleaners approved and labelled by the Under-

A common misuse of flexible cords is for one

not tack flexible cord to baseboards with nails

which may pierce the insulation or disconnect

of the insulation will cause a spark that may burn you or your property.

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Amateur tinkering with electrical equipment causes many fires because the average person does not

know

how

to care

for

such

installa

tions. Unless you thoroughly understand ii. never do your own electrical work. I lave it done, with approved material, by an expc. ienced and.

it possible, licensed electrician, in accordance with the requirements of the National Electrical ("ode. When the work is completed have him furnish yon with a certificate of approval from the local Electrical Inspection Department. See that mechanics and painters do not damage your

unless provided with metal collars with at least three inches clearance on all sides. Keep them free from rust or boles will result, through

which sparks will escape. Never let them pass through floors, closets or other concealed spaces where they cannot be watched.

if any surface near a stove or stovepipe fe Is lot or if paint begins to blister or wood turns brown, correct the condition at once, for there

is danger of ignition because woodwork, sub jected to prolonged heat, requires only a spark or some extra heat to ignite it. Do not dry clothes too near heaters and never

wiring system. The fuse is your electric "watch do;;.'* When one burns out. find the cause, as it indicate.-

let stoves or stovepipes become red-hot; it is dangerous and probably the result of faulty com

either a "short circuit" or an "'overloaded cir

bustion.

cuit." Never bridge a fuse or replace one with a fuse of greater capacity than the wires were designed to carry.

Disconnect all extension cord-; before leaving lor vacations because, when connected, lliev are charged with full voltage and may give wax in your absence. Connected electric irons left on ironing boards HEATING APPLIANCES, if defective, are sources of fire, so their proper installation and

Thoroughly inspect

them periodically to avoid cracked howls, loose

fitting doors,

etc.

fore fires are started—riot only to improve drafts and to save fuel hut also because soot ac

cumulations frequently cause fires. Soot should

never be burned out, as the practice is danger ous.

Chimneys that become too hot are a menace.

overheat and cause fires.

maintenance are essential.

DEFECTIVE CHIMNEYS AND FLUES are

causes of many fires. They should be cleaned and tested at least once a year, in early Fall be

Wherever possible,

they

should be at least three feet clear of woodwork

Some chimney fires may be extinguished by stopping up all flue openings in order to prevent scattering burning soot into the rooms and then

throwing salt, ashes or sand into the top of the flue.

Extinguish all open fires before going to bed

on all sides but. if not, woodwork should be pro

and keep well fitted screens before them.

tected by sheet asbestos or metal with non-com

Sparks from defective flues often escape into attics and between walls, causing fires that get well started before being discovered. A chimney

bustible nailing strips, with at ieasl one inch air space between it and the heating appliances.

Protect combustible floors by metal plates ex tending eighteen inches beyond the sides and

may be tested for cracks, not otherwise notice

backs of stoves and at least two feet in front.

able, by building a smudge fire and closing the top of the flue. The escape of imprisoned smoke

Stovepipes should be substantial, riveted at all joints, tight fitting, securely fastened in

should be sealed at once.

through

cracks

will

disclose defects,

which

place, firmly supported and should not pass

OIL LAMPS should be handled with grea.

through combustible walls, roofs or windows.

care, filled by daylight or electric light only,

A picture of the Calcilo office burning from fire of unknoxvn origin May 2G, 1025

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and never near an open flame or while the wick is lighted. An oil flame should always be turned down before it is blown out. Do not leave oil

lamps long unwatched, and never leave a house until they have been extinguished. Never use kerosene to start or hasten a fire and do not let

the floor in the oil storage place become oilsoaked.

PROTECTION

Install one 2]/i gallon soda-acid fire extin guisher near the cellar stairs, one near the attic stairs, and a one-quart carbon-tetrachloride ex

tinguisher in the kitchen for grease fires, using only those bearing Underwriters' Laboratories' labels. Inspect extinguishers frequently, follow ing the manufacturer's instructions and imme diately refill after using. Keep them in plain view, readily accessible and teach every member of the family how to use them. WHAT TO DO IN CASE OF KIKE

The first few moments are the most import

ant in fighting fires and the intelligent use of extinguishing equipment will often avoid heavy loss. Unless the fire is manifestly one that can

be easily extinguished, first send an alarm; then fight it. Close all doors and windows to avoid drafts; then, and not before, attack it at its base, where the flames start. Sometimes small fires may be beaten out with a rug, woolen clothing or a wet mop or broom. Most dwelling fires originate in basements,

many while families are asleep. Superheated air rapidly rises to the upper floors and sets fire to all burnable material. Sleeping families fre quently inhale such air and die before help can reach them, because no one can breathe such air and live. Remember, too, that most fire deaths

occur before help arrives. Education will pre vent most of such deaths. This is a terrible pic ture but only too true.

If aroused at night by fire or smoke, try to

awaken everyone in the house. If the hall is filled with smoke, close your door immediately.

ground. Jump only as a last resort but, if you must, throw out bedding and the mattress to break your fall. If able to go into the hall, close all doors as you pass to check the spread of the flames. If the hallway is the only avenue of escape, but is filled with smoke, tie a wet towel over your nose and mouth, if possible, and crawl, because

there is always less smoke near the floor. If your clothing catches fire, do not run, as that will fan the flames, but try to smother the blaze by wrapping in a rug or woolen clothing. Do not use cotton clothes as they ignite very quick ly. Keep your face away from the flames, if pos sible, to prevent fatal inhalations. *****

Do not be careless because you are insured, for insurance will not pay for the loss of a mem ber of the family. Remember, too, that insurance premiums are based largely on losses, so that every fire tends to increase or maintain rates.

Our great annual fire loss of hundreds of mil lions, practically all of which is preventable, is an enormous tax upon us. Directly or indirectly, we all pay such costs, so each individual should take an active part in fire prevention. It would be helpful if civic organizations, such as Women's Clubs and the Boy Scouts, took a

more active part in educating people to fight this menace.

NOTE: Much fire prevention data may be ob tained, without charge, from the National Board of Fire Underwriters, 85 John Street, New York.

It Is Getting Around To That Clean-up Time With the grass green and getting velvety, with the trees coming into leaf, the tulips show ing color and the buds swelling on lilac trees,

the impulse to participate in the activities of cleanup week ought to be sufficient to stir the whole town into movement.

If the door is closed, and not hot, put your foot

The renovation process is due to start any

before it, protecting your face with your free arm and keep your face as far back as possible. Then open the door cautiously, just enough to

time now. A campaign of this nature not only means a neat and sightly town this summer, but also a town in which disease will be minimized.

tell what is outside. Do not open it wide be cause, if the fire is well started, there may be

avoidably. Complete out of door "housekeeping"

such a draft that the door cannot be closed.

In

such a case the fire will ignite everything in the room, including your clothing. If the door is hot, or you feel a pressure against it, close it at once and consider making an escape by way of a

window-. Open all the windows and throw chairs through the upper glass to let in as much air as possible. The more air, the longer you exist there

The winter has left dinginess and refuse un

is difficult when snow is on the ground and the temperature is near the zero mark, and every thing with moisture freezes hard. But all that is over. The sun is high. The breezes are stimu lating even when they are cool. Nature is reju venating the world. Let's help nature make things fresh, pleasant and healthful by imitating her.

awaiting help. It takes several minutes for a door to burn

through, so, if no other escape is available, time will be afforded to make a rope of bedding on which to slide to a lower roof level or to the

"My wife had a dream last night and thought she was married to a millionaire."

"You're luck}''! My wife thinks that in the daytime."

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Fire Protection—First Aid Equipment . By Our Own Fire Chief George C. Wing The first few moments are the most import ant in fighting fires, and the intelligent use of First Aid Fire Equipment at the start of a fire will generally avoid a heavy loss. Our fire fighting equipment is composed of what is commonly called First Aid Equipment.—

confined spaces, as hot or cold, it gives off gases that may be injurious if you are subjected to them long enough. If it accidentally gets into the eye, a severe burning sensation occurs which disappears as soon as the fluid has evaporated,

Equipment that is

and according to the doctor, has no harmful ef

for use when fires

Be very careful in the use of Carbon Tet in

start.

fect and does act as a cleansing agent. The most important part, after the fire is out,

When a fire is small you can put it out easily. Stamp it out with your foot, smother it with a rug, or douse it with a pail of water. One of these things done when a. fire starts, is far more

is to see that the extinguisher is refilled and put in its proper place. Because an empty fire ex tinguisher behind a beam will be of no help to

effective than perhaps the whole fire depart perhaps you will

you if a fire breaks out. Fire extinguishers that have been used in the quarry are refilled through the oil house man

To help put out those fires which might occur,

at the target house, and the oil house always carries a supply of liquid to take care of the

ment 15 minutes later. In case of fire, first aid is most important. Next, always send someone

for help if possible, because need it badly.

other departments.

the company has installed in the plant and quar ry fire extinguishers of different kinds, namely, 97 one-quart Carbon Tets., 5 three-pint Carbon Tets., 12 two-gallon Carbon Tets., 2 ten-gallon

It is impossible for any one person to be re sponsible for the refilling of these extinguishers and to see that they are in their proper place, so it is up to each one individually to see to it personally that they are filled and put back as

Carbon tets., 7 Soda Acid, 3 Foamites, 9 All Weather, 1C02 on No. 1 shovel, exclusive of power house equipment, making a total of 136 extinguishers. We used in 1935 117 gallons of fluid.

We have had no serious fires in the past year, and perhaps we caught them all at the start. Fires being different require different extin

guishers.

On any ordinary fire of rags, paper,

wood etc., one may use the soda acid, Foamites, All Weather, Carbon Tets, sand or water. For fires in oil, grease, gasoline, paint, etc., use the Foamite, Carbon Tet, or sand. For electrical fires use nothing but Carbon Tet extinguishers which are filled with Griffith's Fire Ex

soon as possible after using.

a bit if one is emptied ten minutes after the man making the inspection has passed by.

Do not use this liquid for cleaning purposes as you are endangering the company's property if you do, and perhaps your own life or the life

of one of your fellow workmen, by emptying the extinguishers, as it will not be ready to serve its purpose when the time comes.

The watchmen who are on duty when the plant is down should acquaint themselves with the location and operation of the fire extinguishers.

tinguisher Liquid. This liquid

Use Common Sense

is perfectly safe, is recommen ded by the Underwriters and

Precautions

has been tested from time to

time by ourselves. This liquid, by the way, costs the company $1.21 per gallon. Fighting electrical fires is a big hazard as the wrong ex tinguisher would endanger the life of the operator, so be sure a Carbon Tet extinguisher is used

on

an

electric

fire.

reached in time.

When UsingElectricity

There are 600' fire hose with

nozzles,

wrenches and

carts in

the fire hose house

hose

next the storehouse, and there

are two fire taps during the Keep tfca' c«d» of. electtlsal appliaae** ia good condition.

Nevexuwan electkcappliance '

while in Uwiwthtttfc.--;;-:;';••:

operating season, one at the fire hose house and one out

side the pump house. In case of personal use First Aid and call a

'.

It

would be a good thing for each and every man to ac quaint himself, with the posi tion of the nearest extinguish er as it may save a belt, a mo tor, his job, or even himself if

We make an in

spection twice a year, but that does not help

: Be «u» there U an Iniolalor In all pall chaliw mm «tnk»

r and tadUtoo. '"'V^K&sr:;, Aveld palling plage 4kt by;

^*

means of tha coid-it pnlli

BMP exteatlon lanp glebe*

guarded. ~'.V f :->'.>„ <(V-;/*^

Call la an•experienced:Wlm^ tricUn to nuAa needed repair*:

burns doc

tor, as burns are serious and

generally result in disfigura tion if not properly cared for. We do not want fires except in their proper places. Outside of that they cause only waste and destruction, and perhaps with our continued vigilance we may be able to get along without them.

JW

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Winter Work At The Plant l.asl winter plant operations started with a skeleton crew on February 27th. and gradually built up. until the following week practically all plant men were at work. Shovels 9. 11 and 12 were used on the upper

Stripping, and seven locomotives hauled the ma terial to the dumps. One locomotive was used for the spreader plow, and in addition, on the day shift, there was a locomotive hauling ball ast, one tending the track crew and one was used on coal and miscellaneous switching. It

was necessary, to use three drills at shovel X". 12 to drill the shale which had to be blasted be fore the shovel could dig it. A crew on shovel \'o. 37 furnished ballast for

the dump tracks from the fines storage while the Sleinbrenner was undergoing repairs, after which the 37 was used on excavating for the newstone sand tunnel. The Steinbrenuer crane also

loaded the stripping fuel.

Number 21 shove] was used in stripping where the overburden was not very heavy. Stripping was also done at shovel Xo. 10*s cut.

At the

close of the 1935 operating season, the boom ol. Xo. 10 shovel was taken into the shop for re

pairs, which were started on January 3rd. And on February 24th it was taken from the shop, and after installation. No. 10 started stripping on the north end of No. 1 shovel's original cut.

This material was taken to Xo. 5 dump which was started in 1935 by material stripped by sho vel Xo. 37. This dump will eventually connect to and from an extension to Xo. 1 dump.

The cold, dry winter kept the dump in fairly good shape all winter. However, at times the men had to wallow through so much snow, it was almost necessary to put snowsboes on them. In the shop, crews worked on shovel, loco

motive and car repairs besides handling the mis cellaneous repair jobs brought in from the

screen house, boats and other parts of the plant. In the crusher house the track to Xo. 2 60"

gyratory crusher is being changed so that the

stone will be dumped against the grizzly bars rather than in line with them, and the new ar rangement will by-pass a larger amount of fine

stone around the crusher and thereby decrease the grinding action between the fine and larger size stone and also the burden on the crusher.

In the screen house, equipment was installed

below the dewatering screens for the prepara tion of fine limestone aggregate or stone which can be used in the manufacture of concrete, and

other places where fine, well-graded and pre pared stone is used. Additional conveyors were also installed to transfer this material from the

screening station to a storage which we built and located south of the Xo. 4 storage near the west end. A belt conveyor in a tunnel below this storage will discharge this material on to F-12. In addition to the above, ordinary winter re pair includes overhauling grizzlies, screens, con veyor drives, idlers, chutes, tunnel gates, tunnel

loading hoppers, and putting the equipment in shape for another season's run. There was also a crew of men putting three new furnaces in the boiler of the Tug CEN TRAL and repairs to the combustion chamber. This is probably the largest boiler-making job atti miited at the plant, and it is expected the boiler will be restored to its former strength

and operate which it

under the original

pressure for

was built.

In addition to the above, there was a crew of men working on the boats in Cheboygan. This job is covered elsewhere in this issue. All repair and stripping work progressed favo. ably even though hampered by the extreme weather of intense cold and much snow.

A general view of dumps Nos. I. 2. :: and 5, taken &ercfcs Xo. -I (tvfftv •" our L9S6 stripping operation.

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Limestone And Its Uses Lime is one of the most versatile and widely

used reagents in the chemical and industrial world. Kew people realize the important part

ducts, and for many other miscellaneous chemi cal processes. Lime has long been used as a household dis-

which lime plays in the evervdav life ol every individual. It is not generally known that lime

iniectant and deodorizer. Since the advent of

modern disinfectants its use has diminished, but

is used in the manufacture of many articles, the products of a variety of industries consumed daily in all walks of life. Sugar, paper, shoes, cloth, gloves, paints, rubber, automobiles, and many other products all consume lime during some phase of their manufacture. The number and diversity of the functional

cupboards, cellars, and disused rooms free from mould and mustiuess. A mixture of lime hydrate

capacity of lime give it a large resourcefulness

and ammonia is a

and potentiality for new and larger uses which it shares with no other material. By no means

cleansing agent for metal utensils, bath tubs,

less important however, is the fact that of all

iis absence of odor and its numerous other uses

in the household would still make it very useful to have .in hand, if it were more readily obtain able in suitable form.

Quicklime is used for the purpose of keeping cheap and most

effective

sinks, and other enamel ware.

The use of home made while-wash has long

our raw materials or manufactured products lime is one of the most economical and gener

hi en an inexpensive and effective wav of im

ally available. The chemical and industrial processes involv ed in the manufacture of products in which lime is used include the following:: causticization, coagulation, distillation, pcrcipitation. neutraliza tion, solution, hydrolysis, dehydration, high tem

ces, and brightening cellars and dark corners.

perature processes, high pressure processes, gas absorption and saponification. Of course in ad dition to the above the first process is to make the lime from the limestone by burning it in kilns. In addition lime is used in sanitation, puri fication of materials, as a food in catalytic pro cesses, in medicine, in neutralization of by-pro

proving and preserving wooden buildings, fen Lime-water, a clear solution of calcium hydrox ide has been useful for medical purposes and egg preserving, and it has long been used as a house hold medicine for growing children.

lime is extensively used as a polishing agent for metal goods. The microscopic particles are sharp and therefore efficient in removing adher ing particles, but they are soft enough to avoid undue wearing of metal. A high calcium content limestone with a mini

mum of impurities is desirable so we find much

of our Calcite Limestone supplying this trade.

Electric Shovel No. 1 loading High Calcium

Limestone in

Quarry at Caleite.

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And How Will Your 1936 Garden G row? Or We Might Say, Perhaps More Correctly, "What" Will It Grow? By R. B. Henley When there is just a hint of spring in the air in the early March days, be it ever so small; then we begin to think of gardening. Add to this the flower and seed displays in the magazines and the arrival of the annual seed catalogs, what then? On to the planning stage and before the winter snow is gone, the seed boxes are

planted and under way, and another winter has relaxed its grip.

Just around the "corner," even more sure than prosperity, is Spring and during the approaching period, we rather forget the big fuel bills, the deep drifts and cold weather; we busy ourselves with plans for another year. And it's a ten to one bet that the cellar shelves are short on some

canned garden produce and long on others. Now, another question, not, how will your

garden grow, but, what will your 1936 garden grow? Will you plant more of this and less of that ? Did too little variety become tiresome last

Winter? Here is where planning comes in. Will you increase the variety in your garden to add to your pleasure after the harvest next Fall?— now is the time to plan. At another time in these articles, reference

was made to a comparison of business and gar dening; similar comparative conditions still ex ist. In deep winter, little work is done except in

the necessary work, and then comes planning. The stripping operation is the beginning, then budgeting, planning to spend carefully, dividing the costs between payrolls and materials, round ing out customers' requirements so that the en tire operation balances with the end in view that next Fall as many men as possible will have been employed as many days as possible, that each customer will be

satisfied

and will have

the

amount and quantity of product required. That record then compares to the bal anced cellar from a well planned garden. It has been long, since much was said of flower gardening and landscaping. You will recall that the original vegetable garden program sprang from the earlier

the nice things of life had to be foregone. Some two-car families found one would do, vacation trips were shortened up or dropped entirely, and so on down a long list of curtailment. The pinch was even felt in the actual necessities.

There are still clouds ahead, the skies are not entirely clear, it's only common sense to realize it, not pessimism. However, we see many new cars on the roads, we know of many who have their debts almost behind them, and of many who are well on their way to the place of having dollars of their own again. In our plans for this year, particularly our garden plans, why not include some flowers and shrubs as well as vegetables? The pleasure of having beautiful flowers and improving home

surroundings will, no doubt, be a big dividend on such an investment.

It is said, "God made the Country and the Dev il the City, but the small town combines the best elements of both." And, isn't it true? But living in Rogers City makes one believe that the ele ments of the former rather prevail. Among it's many characteristics that sustain this opinion is neighborliness. That spirit prevailed, most ap parent, in these last few years; in the gardening activities, especially. And it's application to home \ lower and shrub planting will be profitable. Groups can buy cheaper than individuals and groups can plan better for neighborhoods. One

civic organization planning the beautification of an entire community could do still better. And when you plan to add some flowers and shrubs this year, as you surely will, consider safety. Consider the improvement of a "back yard playground" for the little ones, making a safe place for the small children who are not old enough to cope with street traffic, to play. Such an arrange

"Home Beautiful" contests. You

will

remember,

too, no doubt,

very vividly, that necessity ra ther prolonged this change. And not alone flowers, but many of

Why some gardens go to weeds.

ment could be

worked in with

a landscaping program really attractive.

to

be

A vine covered trellis with seats and table banked with shrubs and local cedar would

form a fine central object around which could be arranged beds of flowers. Back of this setting, space might be provided for the usual attractions for children,

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sand boxes, swings, see-saws and other items. In the past years, the Company has taken part in the program to the extent of some ground

says that the other fellows might beat his team at cards, but they can't take the cellar position

preparation at the community gardens, the se

away from him.

curing of seeds and plants, and the payment of

George Jones, the "Calcite Screenings" pho tographer, was at Cheboygan one day to take a picture of our crew. After getting the crew lined

prizes. Participation of this

nature is planned for 1936, the extent of which will be governed by the enthusiasm shown by the employees in plan ning their garden program for 1936. It is desir able that the employees make known at an early date, through the usual channels, their plans for this year and to also apply for space wanted in the large garden plot. Make your plans for your 1936 garden serve a threefold purpose, your health, through

Les Pines' team is at the bottom of the list. Les

up, he noticed "Rick" Kowalske and Chief Chas.

Fredericks had disappeared. A search showed

them outside behind the group. Two camera-shy gentlemen. Some of the fellows asked Lester Bannon if

he caught any large fish while in Florida. Upon receiving an elusive answer, the boys asked his traveling pal, Ray Kowalske, for the truth. Ray

a

says they hired a boat and Les was to do the fishing. He made a cast and then waited for the

wholesome variety of food, pleasure, in useful occupation of

big one to come along. After spending some time without success, they gave up and came to shore. On getting out of the boat, Ray discovered that

exercise

and

leisure time and ad-

Les had the troller caught in his coat and thus

d e d attractiveness to home surround

the reason for no fish.

ings, and safety, in providing recrea tion close to the home for the chil dren.

News From Cheboygan Winter work season is here again at Cheboy gan with its usual cold winter months. All a per son needs are a lot of good warm clothes and you are all set. The way Mr. Stanbrook was bundled up on one of his visits to the boats, one would think the weather was really cold.

Lester Bannon is on the job again after spend ing a long time in Florida on some of the famed bathing beaches. Les says that he saw the latest in bathing suits. Clint Greenleaf is sure that it would be a won

derful thing if the boats could lay up in some Florida waters, as the winter work would be somewhat warmer.

Wm. Gager and Bruce McVeigh paid a visit to the men at Cheboygan one evening for a friendly game of spitzer. Bill claimed the even ing was one of profit for him as he carried back a skunk hide. How about it, Morris?

A man's work is not entirely judged by the amount he does, but by the way he does it. Les Pines found out that to give money away is sometimes profitable. He gave a Salvation Army lassie a dime, and going on a short dis tance, he picked up a dollar bill. Les thought that was pretty good for a ten cent investment. When Otto Sparre arrived in Cheboygan, he thought that all the boats on the Great Lakes were laid up in the river. It looked like a river

Harry Kucharski, the crew's talented yodler, says his manager, Andrew Nedeau, is responsi ble for the lack of singing contracts this winter. Harry has an Irish song that knocks them all cold though.

Chief Guy LaBounty is back on the job again with his usual smile and happy greetings. Mark Haswell, shipkeeper on the Str. "CAL

CITE," is some animal trainer! He has a repu tation for training dogs to climb ladders.

Wm. Shay says the way the perch are biting these days the largest fish is on the wrong end of the line.

Al Dwyer, for the second winter, has won the

fancy skating title at the Cheboygan rink. "Biff" Joppich has high spitzer score for an evening of six games with 291 points. "Spike" Lamb is somewhat disappointed not to have "Bill" Torno to argue with him this winter.

Clarence Curvin wishes that the deer season

would be changed to mid-winter, as he found a large buck stuck in the snow and would have had an easy time filling his license. Tom Rose: "I can't eat this soup, waitress." Waitress: "O. K. Here's another bowl of it."

Tom: (A little later) : "Neither can I eat this soup." Waitress: "What's wrong?" Tom: "I have no spoon." Alex Molocha claims that every time he bets on a horse, his horse comes in last.

"Rick" Kowalske says that he worked so hard while filing elevator straps that the file melted in his hands. We didn't see this occur, but we

did see "Rick" melting away on this same job. More than often, the silent man is a person who can't think of snappy comebacks.

full of boats to Otto.

The spitzer season is on again, and as usual,

Do your work as well as you can and be kind.

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Two Scenes of the youngsters enjoying winter sports. One :•!' the popular skating rink, the other on one of the

Winter Sports

gt I! Bourse liills with the newly introduced one-runner

Sti 3s in use.

An Old Fashioned Winter Gave ^owng Folks The Chance Of A Lifetime By George R. Jones Xalurc surely did her share in providing an ideal setting for Michigan winter spurts this season. Snow was in abundance and a steady cold made conditions ideal for skating rinks and to boggan slides. The winter carnival idea, originating in the neighboring city of I'etoskey. has spread I"

man}' surrounding cities of northern Michigan. The people of this district have entered into the winter sports activities with a great deal ol pleasure. Snow trains transported hundreds <>i winter tourists from cities in southern Michigan to the various winter carnivals staged in dillerent towns of this section.

Rogers City didn't elect any snow <|ucens or

hold any organized sports program for the spe cial attraction of outside tourists, but we did

have many activities for local enjoyment.

A

skating rink was the first step towards provid ing a winter activity. Through January and h'ebruary this was one of the popular play spots for both youngsters and adults. Many of the old sters had not skated .since the days of youth, and

hills for coasting. Where these places were on streets, precautions were taken to protect the youngsters from street traffic. Ope oi the most popular hills in Montgomery Park was used for sleds, skiis. and one-runner scooters, presented to numerous children in the community at the latter pari of the season, were very well re ceived. These vehicles were not as tricky as they

might look, and gave the riders plenty of thrills. We saw lots of the adults enjoying these same scooters.

The Rogers City Golf course offers an ideal setting for winter sports. Its long rolling hills and gentle slopes offer every desire needed for an ideal location. Sleds, scooters, toboggans and skiis can all be used to splendid advantage on this location. After the experience of this win ter, there is no doubt but what the golf course will be used more for this purpose in coming winters. Many folks learned late this while1' that the skiing and tobogganing out there gives lot.- in the way of exercise and pleasure. Most of us. with our limited skiing experience, can

enjoyed pleasant hours on the rink. This pro

even enjoy the many tumbles that come our way.

was kept in excellent shape throughout the per

the higher hills at the Golf Course. Caretaker

il id of its use. The one drawback was that the area covered was too small to accommodate the number of skaters. The evening crowds espec

enthusiasts, kept the slides iced and cleared of

gram was supervisee! by the city, and the rink

ially taxed the capacity of the rink. It is regrettable that the hockey pen planned and partially constructed was not completed.

This winter two slides were made on one of

Kroesch. with the assistance of some sporting s:iow. They were ideal for sleds anil scooters and could be used by some of the more exper ienced skiers.

If you didn't participate in the winter sports

The lack of a hockey pen made it necessary to

available this season, you should resolve to start

use the public rink for hockey purposes, thereby shortening the time periods for regular skaters.

early next year to enjoy the pleasures at your disposal. Vdii will agree that it is lots of Inn and

The young folks of the community used the

is healthful exercise.

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The Teaching Of Citizenship And Safety At St. Ignatius School Mow many have seen a group <>\ young boys wearing white Sam Brown belts and wondered what the wearing of the same meant? i believe

those who happened "i.t to inquire didn't realize the significance of those belts. These belts are

symbols of an excellent organization found in the St. Ignatius School. An organization that is

qualified to teach citizenship and safety -two of life's fundamentals.

Jlere is a brief review of this organization and how it works.

In October. 1935, a safety patrol of 9 boy.. was formed to keep playground conditions and public thoroughfare relations under set rules.

These rules involved both discipline and cooper ation. Donald Conley is captain of this group. At the same time a Girls' Service Squad was organized with a purpose of taking care of gen eral indoor service.

Let us give details on the purpose, require ments and

duties of the Girls' Service

first.

There are 8 girls in this group. This group was formed to establish habits of safety and has the responsibility of kveping the halls quiet and or derly. Their requirements of membership is to set at all times the example of good behaviour,

ability to discharge their duties tactfully and to gain the respect of parents, teachers and chil dren by being courteous, kind and helpful. Their main duties are to see that all children enter the

building in an orderly way. To see that no child runs or is noisy in the halls. To see thai line.'.

keep to the right on the stairways. To act as door tenders under adverse weather conditions.

To assist small children with their wraps and rubbers. To report troublesome children to their captain at a weekly squad meeting. Such is the outline of organization of the Girls' Service Squad.

The requirements and essentials necessary to

be a member of the I'.oys' Safety I'atrol are identical

with those

mentioned in connection

with the Service Squad. The main duty of the I'atrol is to direct pedestrian traffic. This is not to be confused with directing vehicular traffic,

as no I'atrol member has authority to stop or control any vehicle. Many are the'safety rules that these lads must teach and enforce daily. All the do's and don'ls are on their list. Thc'v are assigned key posts where school children come

in contact with highway traffic. Mere they cau

tion others in safe practices and particularly in sale walking.

The teaching of saftey by these two groups

pes even further ihan the street and school.

I hey are to do all in making home and town a safe place in which to live.

The teaching of citizenship dovetails with the

teaching of safety. Respect for public property, and consideration of others are in the teaching program.

A weekly meeting of the Safety I'atrol and

the Service Squad is held for the purpose of safety suggestions, general discussion and com plaints against offenders. The offenders are dealt with in regular court routine to make the

teaching interesting and impressive. We spoke ol this idea being a cooperative aflair in the entire school. To arouse a general

interest and an enthusiastic response, there are competitions staged in the way of slogans, post ers, etc.. thrilling plays given with points that children

would

assimilate and state contests

that will give the entire school recognition. Al

though the success of the endeavor rests largely with the Patrols and Squads when we think of present protection, the teaching value rests in

the cooperative interest of the entire group. The organization was started by the AAA of Michigan, and monthly— (Continued on Page X!)7i

Lett—Boys' Safety Patrol. Left lo Right—Thos. Deny. Clarence Uyuwelski. Lloyd Conley. Donald Conley. Capt.. Clarence Vallee, Raymond Shorkey. Chas Furtaw. Chas. Heinzel. Ray Smolinski. .John Wing. Risht—Girls' Service Squad. Left to Right— Eleanor Grochowski. Ruth Martin, Alice Moiuych, Martha Greg-

cry, Capt.. Martha Majewski, Alice Nowak, Ida Pilarski, Genevieve Shorkey.

'as>c

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.We Welcome The New Arrivals* 1

d births

Since our last issue of "Screenings." daugh ters were born to the following employees: Marvlvn Una to Mr. and Mrs. Charles Ohlrich on October 15. 1935, Mr. Ohlrich is in the Drill ing Department. Marie Anna to Mr. and Mrs. Holland Schaudt

on February <S. 1936. Mr. Schaudt is employed in the Drilling Department. Gloria Ailene to Mr. and Mrs. William Wal

lace on January 24. 1936. Mr. Wallace is employ ed by the Bradley Transportation Company. Xorma Jean to Mr. and Mrs. Victor Klce oil December 5. 1935. Mr. Klee is employed by the Bradley Transportation Company.

uary IS, 1936. Mr. Martin is employed in the Carpenter Department. Rhoud Gaty to Mr. and Mrs. Orvillc I'iecban on February 27, 1936. Mr. I'iecban is an em ployee of the Bradley Transportation Company. James Joseph to Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Kasuba on March 18, 1936. Mr. Kasuba is a member of the Drilling Department. Robert Darwin to Mr. and Mrs. Ray Menton on October 15, 1935. Mr. Menton is employed in

the Tug Department. "Calcite Screenings" congratulates the above parents and wishes them happiness with the new" family members.

The love you liberate in your work is the only love you keep. If the devil finds you idle, he will set you to work as sure as hell.

Wishing You A Great Happiness*

Jackiine to Mr. and Mrs. John Wirgau on No

vember. 8 1935. Mr. Wirgau is employed in the

Marriages

Transportation Department. Joan to Mr. and Mrs. Herman Voglcr on De cember 2H, 1935. Mr. Yogler is employed by the Bradley Transportation Company. Sail}' Ann to Mr. and Mrs. Bruno Zempcl on November 2(>. 1935. Mr. Zempcl is an employee of the Yard Machinery Department. Valerie Lave to Mr. and Mrs. Arthur McLen nan on October 27. 1935. Mr. McLennan is em

ployed by the Bradley Transportation Company, Angcliue Emily to Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Smo linski on October 25. 1935. Mr. Smolinski is in

the Track Department. Sons were born to the following: Lester Edward to Mr. and Mrs. Edward Bu/.n

Adolph Redmond was united in marriage to Lydia Schelley on December 24. 1935. by Rev. Louis A. Linn. Mr. Redmond is an employee of

the Yard Department. Walter Buza was married to Ruby Noble, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Noble, on De cember 30, 1935. Rev. C. T. Skowronski per

formed the ceremony.

Mr. Buza is employed

by the Bradley Transportation Company.

on October 13. 1935. Mr. Buza is a member ol

Ernest Viegelahn, of the Bower Department,

the Transportation Department. Ronald Ralph to Mf. and Mrs. Arthur I'aull

was married to Edna Lamb, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Lamb, on January 18. 1936, by Rev. S. J. Francis.

on October IS. 1935. Mr. I'aull is employed in the Shovel Department.

Norman Jay to Mr. and Mrs. Fred Beebe on November 5. 1935. Mr. Beebe is an cmiiloyee ol

the Bradley Transportation Company. Kay Don to Mr. and Mrs. Louis Selkc. Jr. on

Leo Kowalske. of the Bradley Transportation Company, was united in marriage to Miss Helen LaLonde on January 4. 1936, at Harbor Springs, Michigan.

November 24, 1935. Mr. Selkc is an employee ol

Norman Raymond, of the Bradley Transpor tation Company, was married to Miss Beatrice

the Transportation Department.

Shalloy of Cheboygan, on December 27, 1935.

Richard Neil to Mr. and Mrs. Clarence bur law on December 11. 1935. Mr. burlaw is em

Other Bradley Transportation Company em ployees who were married during the past win ter are Harry Nidv. Watson Malocha and Archie

ployed in the Clerical Department. Charles Rudolph to Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Griwatch on January 5, 1936. Mr. Criwatch is a member of the Electrical Department. James Chester to Mr. and Mrs. Archie I'lumc

on January 9, 1936. Mr. Plume is an employee of the Drilling and Blasting Department. Arthur to Mr. and Mrs. Albert Martin on Jan

Beebe.

We are sorry that wc have no more informa tion on these marriages as to whom the new brides are or when and

where the ceremonies

weer performed. "Calcite Screenings" congratulates the newly

married, wishing them much joy and happiness.

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= Those Who Have Passed Away = Mrs. Rhinard Freolich, aged 60 years, died

September 28, 1935, at her home in Rogers Township. Funeral services were held from St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, with Rev. L. A. Linn officiating. Rhinard Froelich, of the Carpenter Department, is a son. Vincent J. Paull, aged 62 years, died at his home in Pulawski Township on October 25, 1935.

Funeral services were held from St. Casi-

mir's Church, Posen. Rev. Casimir Szyper offi ciated. Mr. Leo Paull, of the Blasting Depart ment, is a brother.

.Marie Pommerenke, daughter of Julius Pommerenke of the Transportation Dept., died sud

officiating.

Burial was made in Rogers

City

Memorial Park.

Frank Durecki was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Alex Durecki, born in Posen in 1900. In 1921 he

was married to Miss Frances Hincka of Rogers City where they have since resided. He was a de vout member of St. Ignatius church and closely

associated with the Holy Name society of that church. Left to mourn his loss are his parents, his wife and five children, Helen 13, Harry 12,

Cecelia 10, Wallace 5 and Frances 2. Also living are five sisters and two brothers. _Mrs. Peter

Kapala of Saginaw, Mrs. James Siecinski and Miss Mary Durecki of Detroit, Mrs. R. Schefke

and Miss Elizabeth Durecki of Rogers City, and John of Alpena and Sylvester of Rogers City.

denly January 16, 1936. Funeral services were All of his brothers and sisters from out of town from St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church were here for the funeral. "Calcite Screenings" extends sympathy to the with Rev. L. A. Linn officiating. friends and relatives of those who have gone. August Tulgetske, an M. L. & Co. watchman, died February 1, 1936, after a long illness. Mr. Tulgetske was an employee since August 1, 1914. Funeral services were held from St. Ignatius In Minor Hurts church with Rev. C. T. Skowronski officiating. We recently read of a fellow who was clean Rolland of the Bradley Transportation Company, Thomas of the Machine Shop, and Earl of the ing his basement, and somehow in the operation, Shovel Department, are sons. Alfred of the knocked the skin off the knuckle on his index finger. Thinking it of little consequence, he let Blasting Department, .is a brother. it go without using any first aid. Later it became Henry Hopp, former employee of the Carpen ter Dept., died February 13, 1936. Interment was swollen and painful, and finally the whole arm at Rogers City with Rev. L. A. Linn officiating. became involved. A doctor was called, but the infection had already gone too far and the man Herman Hopp of the Carpenter Shop is a bro

The Importance OfFirst Aid

ther.

Mrs. Amelia Hamann died March 15, 1936, at

the home of her daughter, Mrs. Paul Knopf. She was 79.years of age. Funeral services were from St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church with Rev. L. A. Linn officiating. Richard Hamann of the Machine Shop is a son of the deceased. Mrs. Augusta Dumsch died on January 29, 1936. She was 71 years of age. Funeral services .-were from St. Ignatius church. Rhinardt Dumsch of the Shovel Dept. is a son.

The mother of Lucas Lee of the Engineering Dept. died on March 6, 1936, at her home in

died. It is true a basement may have more germs than a rock quarry, but the risk is ever present. If we do have an injury sufficient to break the

skin, first aid is necessary and our only protec tion.

For the purpose of taking care of the minor cuts and abrasions, there are first aid cabinets

established about the plant; there also will be found report blanks for reporting the accident. Please fill one out, or have it filled out, and leave it in the cabinet.

Cuts, sprains, abrasions of any severity, as well as all eye cases, should be taken care of at

Thad Kneale, of Alpena, Michigan, died No vember 15, 1935, at the age of 75 years. Mr. Kneale will be remembered as a Marine Engi

once by the doctor at the First Aid Hospital. Infection annually reaps an appalling toll and men are continually falling before the ravages of its fever. Isn't it strange that this should con tinue when we, a civilized, intelligent people,

neer on the Tug "ROGERS CITY." Mr. Kneale retired five years ago from this position after ten years of service. Interment was in Ever green Cemetery at Alpena.

ed and cause the loss of life?

Crawfordsville, Indiana.

She was 70 years of

age at the time of her death.

Clarence Smith of Grand Rapids, Michigan, was accidentally killed while cleaning a .22 rifle. The accident happened on February 11, 1936. Mr. Smith was 23 years of age. Gaylord Smith of the Transportation Dept. is a brother. Funeral services were held for Frank Durecki

on Monday morning, Feb. 24th, at 8 o'clock at the St. Ignatius church, Rev. C. T. Skowronski

know the causes, know the treatment, and know the results but are so thoughtless at times that we continue to let a little scratch become infect

We shuddered at the horror of the "Monro

Castle" holocaust and rightfully so, it was terri fying. Yet the terrible loss of life in that disaster

was less than the toll taken every two days by the nation's traffic accidents.

In constantly looking for big good things we are overlooking many valuable little things.

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Personals" That Come To The Editor's Desk

Just "Among Ourselves" We have often heard folks talk about being up in the air about something or other; well, that's the way Fred V. N. Bradley, Mrs. Bradley

after flying through severe rain and poor visi bility, but over roads that were washed out for

and Captain Crosley MeOuinn took their vaca

miles in either direction. On Wednesday, better weather was in order and the party flew on into

tion. They chartered the Stinson plane, owned

Detroit in about seven hours. It is interesting

and operated by Land'O'Lakes Airline on the

that the parly was forced to remain over there

Detroit-St. Ignace run last summer, and flown

a

b\ Lieut. Clyde II. Wood. Leaving Detroit on

Rogers City was likewise wealher-bouud. From a safety standpoint, Mr. Bradley gives two interesting sidelights on the trip. The S. P.

January 14th. the parly flew to Winchester, Ya., in five hours and remained there several days while tile Bradley s visited Mrs. Bradley's family in nearby Front Royal, Ya. After hopping over

to Washington, the party continued south with the Sportsman Pilot's Association Annual Flor ida Cruise.

The Sportsmen Pilots Association is a nation al organization of aviation enthusiasts, most of

whom own and pilot their own planes, but none of whom shall receive pay for flying. The Cruise was grounded in Washing ton for two days by irapos •

sible flying weather, but fi nally got away with some eighteen ships on the 20th and that day flew to Char leston, S. C. Next day the

party continued to Orlando, Fla., and stayed two days, thence to Tampa and on to St. Petersburg, where the Cruise officially ended on Saturday, the 25th. More planes joined the group

dav because all roads and the railroad into

A. Cruise has been an annual affair for seven

years, and in all that lime there has not been one accident to ships or passengers. From Washington to Jacksonville. Mr. Brad ley flew as a passenger in a Beecheraft plane flown by Major J. Nelson Kelly of the Lear Ra

dio Compass Company. This plane, which often flew

close to two hundred miles an hour,

ecpiipped with nearly

was

all modern blind-flying

Threc Kinds of Courage

equipment and was in con stant two- way radiophone communication with ground

By ROY FAKRELI, GREENE

stations, the pilot reporting

There's the Courage tltftt nerves yon ill

starting to climb The mount ol' sincess rising sheer; And when you've slipped back there's the courage sublime. That keeps you from shedding a bear. rhese iwo kinds of courage, 1 give you

his position frequently and receiving advance weather

reports, wind information, etc., immediately upon re

quest. The radio could tuned

my word, Are worthy of triliut.ee—but then, You'll not reach the summit unless you've

to

either code

be

com

pass stations or one regu lar

broadcasting

station,

and a dial on the instrument

I be third—

The counij:e of iry-it-again!

some 35 ships were along, while in Orlando at the

panel indicated when the ship was pointed at the sta tion <>r airport, making it possible for the pilot

Annual Winter Aviation I'arty there were over

to always bring his ship direct to the airports

a hundred privately owned planes on the field.

without the use of maps or regular compass, while enjoying a radio program.

from

time

to

time

until

After remaining in St. Petersburg several days, the Stinson carried our friends over to

Sebring and to Palm Beach. The party swooped

The party were all thoroughly pleased with the novel vacation and high

low over Capt. P. P. Pearse's fishing cam]) on

ly recommend it.

the shore of

Lake

Okeechobee, enroute. and

joined several of our friends in Lake Worth for several days. Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Plat/.. Mr. and Mrs. Kay P.uehler. Mr. and Mrs. Clint Brown, and Jack Anderson. After flying around the country several days, the party started north on

We remember in a past is sue of "Screenings" thatCeo.

February 1st in the face of uncertain weather.

court

They lauded in Charleston. S. C. about ten min utes before impossible flying weather set in and were forced to remain over the following dny.

Raleigh. N. ('., was gained the following day

Wing 11,ought it pretty good that a game warden choiild introduce

Griff

routine

for

Pines some

to un

derside fish that Griff hadn't

caught. Well. Griff has a chance to chuckle George's way since the careful safely-

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minded George of Rogers City that we know,

nap in the hay mow. Harry says that there was

was apprehended by a speed cop while vacation-

no argument, but that the dogs used good judg

ing in Florida this winter.

ment.

Never explain, your friends do not need it and your enemies will not believe you anyway.

Art Hein was certainly alarmed when he got through work the other day to find that new

Plymouth missing. A searching party found no Punishment should fit the criminal

not the

trace of it about the plant, so Art walked home.

Shortly after, we saw Art's wife driving the

crime.

car, so the suspense must have been relieved Leonard Lamb had hard luck with deer hunt

ing last fall. Leonard claims to have clipped both hind legs off a big buck with a hurry-up shot only to lose the deer in a mass of dense brush.

Captain Purdy and Emil Dehnkc also went hunting deer. Emil played dog and drove nice big one to the Cap

a

when Art arrived home.

Yes, a lot of our fellows fish every winter and some report very good catches. Walter Meyers usually fishes alone and never says a whole lot about his catches. Somehow he has the name of

being a good fisherman even though he doesn't "toot his own horn." It

tain. So close was the deer and so excited the

seems that Walter was

gunner, that he nearly

one day this winter and

hit his own feet, and all

couldn't

that hit the deer was a little dirl.

The

fishing through the ice fish

get

a

thing.

weren't hun

gry, so he'd have to find a way to make them

Your efforts and tire

hungry.

.His scheming

less energy toward elim inating human sorrow and suffering cannot be

led him to lower a mir

measured in dollars and cents. Such material

passing fish would see his image, think it was

ror close

thoughts arc not along logical

lines.

By WALTER II. BROWN

Make

your safety and the safety of others a pro gram for happiness—

Sometimes in the bush of [he evening hour. When the shadows creep from the west. I think of the twilight song you sang And the boy you lulled to rest;

one of the essentials for

The wee little boy with the tousled head.

successful life.

Thai long, long ago was thine; I wonder if somelimes you long for that boy,

We all know that the

0

snow was pretty deep this

winter

and

Grown stalwart in body and strong,

some of the boys didn't have

much

to

do

And you'd hardly know that he was the lad

Whom you lulled with your slumber song.

to

keep them busy. Harry

The years have altered the form and the life,

Fleming and Rhiuardt Froelich were a pair

And still be is only the boy as of old.

with

time

on

their

But his heart is unchanged by time. O little mother of mine!

|

another

hole

bait.

fish

and

A

dive

a good catch and is still "tops" with bis friends as the lucky fisherman. Ben Santimo

summer

has the

cottage fever

warm days

the

before

starts further

he

work on

his cottage at Lake May. The snow plow did not

get

as far as

Ben's property, so one way of reaching his des Ben

to be

the

his

for the bait. Walter got

tination

hands and started on a

rabbit hunt. These fellows are supposecd

to

and can't wait for

little mother of mine!

And now he has come to man's estate,

that

through

was

on

skiis.

wasn't in training

and by the time he propelled himself and seven

among our best rabbit hunters and have good

ty-five pounds of supplies to his cottage he was

intelligent dogs to help them maintain their rep

a tired man.

utations. The_\' arrived at the hunting grounds. released the dogs, and started down through the woods. After a tough walk they were in rabbit territory, but could hear no dogs; another strug

gle through waist-deep snow and still no dogs, nor any signs of there ever being dogs around. One doesn't have to wade heavy snow for long

before you are ready to call it enough, so Harry and Rhiuardt made for their car. On reaching

the car. they decided to track their canine com panions, and found that the intelligent rabbit dogs had made for the nearest barn and taken a

We understand that Harold Wright and Aaron Smith, two of Pinewood's younger citizens, are looking for a booking agent to help them secure engagements for the "Lonesome Pine Orches

tra." Some of you promoters had better see about this budding talent—this might be one of those chances.

Lazy men are just as useless as dead ones and take up more room. Do unto others as though you were the others.

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Rogers City Colony Enjoyed

gulf states to St. Petersburg, Florida, the "Sun shine City." However, they arrived in time for another record in weather, there being two suc cessive sunless days, therefore two free daily

Florida Weather According to reports, Florida can boast oil harboring quite a colony of our Rogers City people at various limes during the past winter. We are not sure that

papers.

Havana, their next stop, with its touch of for

eign atmosphere, the boulevard cafes pepped up with rhumba music, was thoroughly enjoyed.

we can remember them

all. but we will try. Mr. and Mrs. R. Ducltgcn, Jr., embarked from

The many public buildings, cathedrals, cigar fac tories and distilleries were points of interest. An auto trip to the interior took them through to bacco and sugar cane plantations where oxen are used to plow the land and haul the cane on carts lo the railroads for delivery to the refiner

St. Petersburg, Florida, for Havana. The Bradleys, the Staubrooks, the Wings, the Platzs, Cap tain McOuiun. Captain Pearse. of course he says he's almost a

cracker窶馬ow

whatever that is.

Then there was Captain and Mrs. Purdy, and

ies.

now we have the reason why Captain Pearse couldn't catch any fish this year. Evidently Cap

Their return trip from St. Petersburg was practically over the same route as their trip south. A fine time is reported and they missed plenty of our white snow and sub-zero temper

tain Purdy beat him to it. Then there was Cap tain Wm. J. MacLean, and we understand he is now a residenter of Florida -in the winter at

atures.

least. Captain M. R- MacLean and his family were there too. Also Captain Theo. Dahlburg and his family. Mr. and Mrs. Ray Buehlcr, Mr. and Mrs. Steve Chibola,

Among those who enjoyed the pleasantries and the

Jack Anderson. Ray

Lier, EdWard Torgerson, Mr. and Mrs. Harold l.o/.en and son, Lester Bannon, Mr. and Mrs.

In addition lo the above, Captain J. A. Smith,

Captain Daniel Murphy, Captain Henry Osier, Captain H. Keuuigan, Captain Harry Platts, Chief Engineer Wm. Danforth of the Pittsburgh Steamship Company, and Captain Bert Archer Wyandotte

Transportation

sunshine in

Florida

last winter

being a true disciple of safe practice, drove from Rogers City to Florida and returned without any serious mishaps, that is, nothing more serious than running over a pig in south Florida and be

Alvin Raymond, Mr.and Mrs. Norman Raymond.

of the

warm

Was the Wing family who report it is the climate in which to spend the winter mouths, (ieorge,

ing stopped somewhere in the central pari of the state because the Dodge became anxious when it was again headed north toward home and

Company,

wanted to travel a little faster than the natives

who .are close friends of ours, were also Florida

think necessary. Well, anyway, they had a nice

trip, didn't stay in any one place very long, but

visitors,

covered Florida, and arrived home all safe and

Mr.

and

Mrs. Rudolph

Dueltgen

Jr.

left

sound, and George and his family are interesting in relating to the less fortunate many stories of

Rogers City on January 26th, driving to New Orleans, which trip took them through Cincin nati. Ohio., Louisville, Ky.. and Birmingham. Ala. They drove at the time the South was en countering cold and snow, a 9-iheh snowfall at

southern life.

It didn't take (ieorge long lo get back into the harness on his return to Rogers, and the next

day. while at Calcite, he parked his car beneath one of the conveyors. When he returned and opened the door of his car. he was greeted by a long jagged icicle which had fallen from the con veyor and pierced the top of his car. George says. "Now, that just couldn't happen in Florida."

Birmingham setting a 25-year record. A four-day stop in New (Irleans was interest ing from an historical and commercial viewpoint. The old French Market Place and the older sec

tion of the city with its quaint buildings and pa tios were very much en joyed by them. Naturally the

waterfront

Of course other things

in i g h I. For instance, while enjoying the salt

took- its

share of sight - seeing time, with its shipping to many European ports

Water bathing one after

and importation of tropi

war. No, it's not a battle

cal fruits and other pro

ship, but a species of jellyfish with long, fea thery tentacles which

noon. Charlie

caressed

ducts.

They took a side trip to Baton Rouge, the cap-

itol

city

of

. &,

., ,.

窶｢

Plat/, was

a

inau-o'-

sear the human if contacted and

Louisiana,

seeing the newly erected

state buildings.

by

We had lots ol; snow in our territory this winter,

The 8Cene was a geaeral

one

From New Orleans (|Ujte a contrast when we they drove through the visitors.

of

the snow of 1 !):!(>.

read about

our Florida

flesh cause

quite a severe burn, that Charlie

claims

is

far

from pleasant. According to Charlie,

though

the

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treatment isn't so bad. Ammonia externally and

school, and the other just to relax from daily

plenty of internal stimulants.

work. Both returned looking happy and beauti

While in Florida Charlie and family made their

headquarters at Lake Worth, and they think it's

ful with new clothes and additional trimmings, but, according to them, flat broke.

a line place to spend a vacation. However, Rvg. Stanbrook says, "And that's not all you spend down there, either!" The Stanbrooks came back with a nice coat of

Wise men profit by their own experience— but the wisest men profit also by the experience of others.

tan, quite enthused over the climate, somewhat

disappointed as it was too hot to play v% holes of golf a day, and returned home just in time to land in a nice fluffy snowbank which detained them for about six hours when they were but leu miles from home.

A vacation trip was also enjoyed by President and Mrs. John G. Munson, who, with a party of friends, left Chicago by rail, arriving in Mexico City, Mexico, on February 20, where a week was spent in and about this city. A one-day rail trip on February 29th brought them from the inter

Frank Reinke quit the spitzer league in dis gust. When fellows like Meharg and Hopp have all the luck and a good player like Frank can't get anywhere, he is justified in changing his win ter recreation.

Les Raymond is the Ski expert at the Main Office. His tumbling average is as high as any. With Stanbrook equipped with new skiis, we ex pect Les will have a worthy rival.

ior to Vera Cruz on the coast.

After a three-day trip by boat, a day was spent in Havana, Cuba, and the trip by boat was continued to Florida.

A

ten-day stay at Miami Beach ended March 12th when Mr. Munson went to New York to attend the funeral of E. E. El

lis, Vice President of the U.

S. Steel Corporation and a Di rector of this company, who had passed away March 10th after a very short illness. Mr. Munson returned to Ro

gers City accompanied by his daughter, Miss Alice Munson, who attends Smith's College, and who came home for the

spring vacation. Mrs. Munson returned later,

after spending a few days with her mother at Milford, Delaware.

Meharg might have given the boys in the spitzer league a good run for scoring honors but it takes the women play

ers to put Harry into place. Sure, they even hang a skunk on him now and then.

The human body is more wonderful than any machine— an injury can wreck it.

GUESS WHO?

This picture will revive the memory of many of our readers who were acquainted with the lumbering days in Presque Isle County. The horse barns, bunk house, cook and eating house, blacksmith

shop, office and commissary forming a typical camp nestled down in the protection of a dense swamp. The lumberjack's life was one of hard work and also one of romance, as we look back on these

times of yesterday.

Our Guess Who is the teamster on bop of this load of cedar logs. The job was located in the western part of Ocqueoc Township over thirty years ago. This man now drives an iron horse in the Transportation Department instead of a team of horses, as shown

here. He has been a Michigan Lime employee since the spring of

Two of our good looking stenographers had vacations

PUS. He's a a fisherman, displaying in Our Guess

this

selhuhn.

winter,

one

to

go

to

long-time resident of Presque Isle County, a hunter, has a family, but has not the luxuriant beard he is

this picture.. Who in the last issue of "Screenings'' was Wm. Ha-

'aee

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Safety Contest In Local Schools There were probably more words written and

printed about accidents and accident prevention in our public press last year than in any previous year. The accident situation has reached the point where folks are waking up, are thinking of it in terms of personal, local and national appli cation. That public opinion can be swayed one way or another by the press is an established fact, and that the impressions of youth carry through adult life is known to educators. The nation's press and schools are two, agencies where safety principles can be best brought to the attention of our population. Twenty-five years ago safety education was a baby in the fields of industry, home life and rail road transportation. Since the program was in troduced, industry and railroads have gone far

in accident prevention. Home accidents remain about the same from year to year and. needless to say. they are far too numerous. During this

period the automobile has appeared as the coun try's number one killer, leaving many human wrecks in its path.

Hooking back to the schoolroom O'l twentyfive years ago. with its teaching of "readin", 'titin' and Tithmetic," we know now that a safety

program organized at this time would be paying dividends now. The adult members of industry

have learned and practiced safety, so it is reas onable to assume that safety teaching to children would be as well received and the results for the better.

The problem of self preservation is one that will be with each succeeding generation. The problem presents a challenge to youth. To keep pace with an ever changing mode of living de mands a stead}' program of continuous effort. Safety should never know any

safety. The contest terminates on April 3rd. The essays will be between two hundred and

five hundred words in length. The posters may be of slogan or picture style worked out in one or two colors, or a combina tion of two colors on white or tinted stock.

The speeches are to be at least live minutes in length and the material composed by the speaker. These contests have always been received with unusual interest by the students. The num ber of entries and the excellence of the ous

I'ndcr these conditions

officials

we are sure that

safely contests have been of value to the stu dents and consequently to our community. Fred Bade has a dog and this dog was serious ly ill. \ow that the dog is better, he has Dr. Made and Dr. Smith to be thankful to for

the

quick recovery. Fred is wondering what the re quirements for a veteriuary's license are. Many a man who takes a chance wishes he could put it back.

Jack Cherrette and Art Santini were each try ing to convince the other that his flock of hens

were the best producers. Jack claims 36 eggs per day from 37 hens. Art has only 9 hens, but makes a claim of 10 eggs a day. That's certainly an ex

ceptional average, but the boys all give Jack the decision when an argument arises.

Pete Pollock is going to have a problem on his hands tins summer. When friend wife conies to

can the lot of vegetables that Pete produces in his garden, she is going to find her fruit cans all missing. Pete left a can whereever he ate his lunch this win

lean years. The

work

has shown that the interest has been spontane

of

our

local

SAFETY LESSON

FROM NATURE

school systems are aware of the importance attached to a program of safety instruction. They have cooperated with

ter, so if you wish to help Pete out. return the cans you find

around the quarry to him. Fred Horn says that of all the brakemeu

"Calcite Screenings" on numer

he

had

this

winter

on Loco. No. 22, Frank Reinke

ous occasions in bringing safe ty material lo school students. This year we are sponsoring an essay, poster, speech contest in

prize winners.

the schools of Rogers City. Stu

stayed up until that one hun

and' Herman

We

Rusch

wonder

if

were

Ren

the

Lounds

dents of Junior High and High

dred

School classification are eligible to compete. A student may en

hockey game between the Red

original idea on any

phase of

minute

over-time

Wings and Maroons ended. Ren is quite a hockey fan, and

ter any one or all of the three divisions. As in previous con tests, prizes will be given to the winners. The essays, pos ters and speeches are to be an

sixteen

we wouldn't doubt but what he

would lose a night's sleep to listen in on a good game.

Be Cautious

Safety is priceless, yet costs you only a thought.

it

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The Teaching of Citizenship and Safety At St Ignatius School Continued from Page 889 hints and suggestions arc given by this same or ganization. Contests are sponsored, equipment provided and awards given by the Michigan Branch of the AAA.

This is indeed a noble effort in the program fcŠ

save life and limb. We hope it retains the pres ent interest and becomes permanent in the cur riculum of the school.

Many of our fishermen have made wonderful

catches of pike this winter on the Thunder Bay River. It was unusual to get the limit in a short time.

A view of the boiler work being done on the tug "Kellers" by Calcite Repair Crew.

Clayton Eldridge was well off the beaten path at times during the winter ami had to cut across the fields to the road where his car was parked. One day after he had arrived at work and had gone for his lunch during the noon hour, it had disappeared. Clay I found out where the lunch had gone when he returned home. One of his

youngsters, taking the same trail across the fields, was surprised to find sandwiches and

<ieorge LaTulip and \iet\ Lee provide the two extremes in hat sizes. George wears a 6 5-H, Red supports a 7 7-& size.

You can he too thin, you can be too fat, you can be too rich, you can be too poor, but you can't be too careful.

Leap Year Logic She: All men are fools.

He: Yes. dear. We were made fools so you gills wouldn't all be old maids.

Bill Kowalske likes deer hunting, but he does

have done some hard plowing through the drifts

n't like sleeping jn a tent at that season of the year. Rill says he hasn't enough protection for

to lose that lunch!

his head.

doughnuts strewn over the snow. Clavt

must

"George said he'd kiss me or die in the at tempt.'' "Did he kiss you?" "Well, he's still living."

Scattered Dates

Landlady:

I'll give you just three days in

which to pay your board. Student : All right: I'll pick the Fourth of July, Christmas and Easter.

The only boys that got around the quarry this winter without heaps of trouble were the boys on the plow. All they had to do was spread their wings and presto! Nothing to it! Not so with Vic Koch.

Vie

is

down

there

where the banks along the quarry road were ten feet high and only car wide. That V-8 coupe is a prize car, but not a Class "A" snowplow. Vie spent considerable time getting home one stor my evening, much to his disgust, and he says, "Was I exhausted!" (ieorge Atkinson is back to soup again. Ves. another set of new teeth.

Jack Kinville is making quite a name for him self as a song leader. Jack is whipping the Kiwanis Minstrel Chorus into shape.

My idea of an understanding wife is (me who has the pork chops ready when you come home from fishing. A vehicle with only one headlight burning is a highway menace.

Riveting in the side tanks. Steamer John G. Munson. Type of Winter work at Cliehoyj^an.

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spring Ifaa (Earn?

Again f Ft

A man vas to careless to use first aid for a

scratch on der finger. Now he writes mil his left hand.

Anodder von youst said abotid a little cold ()h dots nodding—Pneumonia—a viddow unt two children.

Veil Mitzie I vill half to say goodby for dis time as 1 tink 1 have give you der low down on all of der news for dis time.

So vill close. Veider Sane, Schuopsie.

Leonard LaGuire has some pets in his switch shanty out on the dump. A few flies and a mouse have depended on him all winter for their ex istence. Think! The safe driver is courteous and con

AI ^rbiuipiitr

siderate of the safety of others—•particularly children and the aged.

Dear Mitzie:

Veil 1 vill have to write you again now dot

der spring is here again unt all of dcr population dot vent down to Florida for der vinter are back

again, but Cap. Pnrdey. unt veil he blows in ve vill know dot spring has arived for sliure. Yell Cap. Ncwhotise vill be sorry dot he has

to lay avay der skates and <\<-v hocky sticks for dcr time being, but Cap. Cook unt der rest ol

us vill be happy veil ve can get avay from <ler coal unt der snow shovels.

Veil dis vill be a great year for der politickers nut I link dot ve vill have quite a vet season by der looks of der mud dot vill be flying around

in der campaign dis summer. Hut der vay dot der politickers are at it now vill be very hot dis summer.

Veil dis i> a g

1 old vorld auyvay. Der only

time ve vill have to vorry vill be de time dot ve vill leave der CCC Camp mil veil ve vill get der

Mr: "Dear. I've been thinking it over and I've decided to agree with you." Airs: "It won't do you any good. I've changed niv mind."

Tom Montaych can keep a 'phone Hue about as busy as anyone. It would be a safe bet that he could keep 1wo 'phone lines busy at times on his switching job. Louis Yarch had a bath ami a close call

happens when holes in the ice aren't marked with some sort of sign.

This was an easy winter for (ieorge Pilarski, the weather prophet. Just cold and snow is all he had to saw

Everybody loves a good listener.

okl age pensions unless der politickers figure something out by dot time. Yell now dot ve have der 57 variety of taxes vh\ nod have a out-go tax dot vould halp dem balance der Iniget unt (let dem olid of ()i-y r<l<\

again unt den ve could vork less for der govern ment mil more for ourselves.

Yell if dey lax der existing surplus capital accumulated by larg busness tint manufacturing conserns dot they have saved for a rainy day der observance which all of our American fore

fathers found so profitable to provide for der future vhere vould business be if dey had not

put aside a portion of der earnings like der in dividual who has not saved a portion of his ear nings for a rain} day down unt out. Yell Mitzie der news is nod very much for der most of der natives did not get oud very much dis vinter der efforts vas to great for dem if dey vent otid dey had to lake a snow shove! along so dot dey could get back home again.

Yell Mitzie I." vill have, to write you a fewshort stories on der safety question.

at

Grand Lake this winter. Let Louie tell yon what

John Noble, one of the oldest em ployees of the Electrical Dept., sport

ing his new hat, one of which was given to each member of his depart ment in recognition of a ten year, noaccident record.

The Law of Life

Author Unknown

The tree that never had to fight, For sun and sky and air and light, That stood out in the open plain, And always got its share of rain, Never became a forest king, But lived and died a scrubby thing. The man who never had to toil, Who never had to win his share, Of sun and sky and light and air, Never became a manly man But lived and died as he began.

Good timber does not grow in ease; The stronger wind, the tougher trees, The farther sky, the greater length; The more the storm, the more the strength ; By sun and cold, by rain and snows,

In tree or man, good timber grows. Where thickest stands the forest growth We find the patriarchs of both. And they hold converse, with the stars Whose broken branches show the scars

Of many winds and much of strife— This is the common law of life.

A Thought For To-Day IT DOES NOT TAKE MUCH EFFORT

TO REMEMBER TO BE CAREFUL

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No Accident Honor Roll

Department, Foreman or Captain BLASTING CREWS

Theo. Haselhuhn

CARPENTER SHOP

Chas. Hoffman

DRILLS

Thomas Kelley

DRILLS

John Dembny

ELECTRICAL CREWS

Frank Reinke

MACHINE SHOP

William Heller

MILL

Adolph Sorgenfrei

MILL

Max Belmore

POWER HOUSE

Geo. C. Wing

SHOVELS

N. W. Pollock

TRACKS

John Modrynski

TRACKS

Peter Giovangnoria

TRANSPORTATION

C. C. Eldridge

TRANSPORTATION

Victor Koch

YARD

Julius Zcniple

TUGS

Capt. Walter Peppier Chief Frank Lamp

BUFFALO PLANT DETROIT DOCK

STR. CARL D. BRADLEY STR. B. H. TAYLOR

C. W. Richards E. B. Metzcn

Capt. F. F. Pcarse Chief John Sparre Capt. M. R. MacLean Chief Thos. Suttle

STR. W. F. WHITE

STR. JOHN G. MUNSON

Capt. C. A. Thorsen Chief J. A. Anderson Capt. Theo. Dahlburg Chief Arthur Urdal

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SCREENING

Published monthly by the Michigan Limestone & Chemical Company, Rogers City, Michigan, in the interest of Safety and Welfare.

The columns of "Calcite Screenings" are open to receive items of plant news, photographs, cartoons, safety suggestions and other items of general plant interest. Contributions will be welcomed from all employees. All such contributions should be received before the first of each month and should bear the name of the de partment and the sender and should be addressed to the editor. J. A. VALENTIN, Editor. Summer Issue

June, 1930

EDITORIALS

Initial Issue Of The U. S. Steel News

We Should Be Thankful For Pleasant Surroundings

The initial issue of the U. S. STEEL NEWS made its appearance among- employees of the Steel Corporation June 1st.

The natural beauty of northern Michigan sur rounds us on all sides—its healthful and invig orating climate prevails; free from so many of

This publication is the result of much effort

on the part of Corporation officials to give their employees a means of conveying some con ception of the. workings of the organization of which they are a part. It is our understanding

the natural hazards such as dust storms, floods,

earthquake and sleet. It is so consistently won der Iul, as is so often mentioned in an effort to

attract the many summer tourists to this county, that we often wonder whether we are as thank

issued

ful as we should be for such pleasant surround

monthly and will endeavor, through the Corpor ation Executive personnel, to give us various articles on plant and company policies as well

ings. Northern Michigan is a country of small com

that the U. S. STEEL NEWS will be

as acquaint us with the offi cers themselves. It is also intended that the

magazine will present histori

WHATEVER OUR AIMS "" 7 \ A

cal articles in connection with

Corporation

munities—small when measured by population— small too perhaps when meas ured from other standards, but still modern enough that

life is comfortable and living enjoyable.

organization and

development,

and

These

possibly

what can or might be antici pated in the future.

many articles relative to the manufacture of steel and the

various types of steel made, also products of the different

steel forms a part or plays an important part in their manu facture.

Some space will undoubted ly be devoted to Safety, Wel

^FETY muvtr TOP THEM ALL

mate will remain with us with out much attention ; its care

seems to be provided.

But are we taking care of these other advantages Does our driving and parking show appreciation of the conditions or do we become careless and

fare and its various branches.

The initial publication was

communities

like large cities—an absence of many ot the complications of government in large cities. No acute traffic problems prevail and hence no necessity for ex cessive policing. The natural beauty and cli

We understand future issues of the NEWS will contain

Subsidiary plants, and the uses of steel, as well as the endless string of articles of which

small

also enjoy other advantages, a freedom and informality un

inconsiderate of others? Do our children make

received by our

men with much interest, and from the favorable

comment we have heard, it was very much en joyed. We believe future issues will be eagerly awaited and that the reaction of our people is but a reflection of the interest and favorable re

proper use of recreational advantages or do bi cycles and roller skates and the use of streets lor play constitute a growing hazard? Are we protecting or abusing our privileges— are we drifting toward the loss of our advant ages? If this be true, then neighborliness is not

sponse experienced among other subsidiaries of

being practiced at its best nor is due regard be

the Corporation.

ing shown for our safety and welfare. An inventory of our habits might be consid

It's true. Reckless driving kills nearly a hun dred persons every day on American streets and highways.

ered along lines of even broader thought than for the safety alone of our neighbors, our chil dren and ourselves.

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Today Analyze It

Our Eyes Need Time to React Drive Slowly

What Is

Our eyes may be strong, but certain charac teristics require that they be given time to re act. That small black spot in the middle of the blue, brown, or wdiat-have-you part of your eye

is not a spot—it is a hole. It is black because the inside of your eve. like the inside of a camera, is lined with dead black. The blue part is like the

diaphragm in a camera and is small or large, according to the light you are in. If you are out

in the bright light 0.1 high noon, that hole be comes very small. If you are out in the black "I night, it becomes almost as large as the blue part. Most of us

were taught this years

ago in

Worth?

Yesterday a friend of mine said these words ' in 100 years everybody on this earth, with per haps three or four exceptions, will be gone— Roosevelt, Wallace. Morgan, you, me and ev erybody." Certainly that is the simplest, most obvious truism and yet of all the words that I have heard

yesterday, those have stayed in my head and kept me thinking. My friend wasn't telling me anything I didn't know, but he was putting in convenient terms a fact which I don't often bo

ther to think about—a hundred years! What a short time that is and yet within that short

school. However, if we

space of time this earth

do remember it. few of us make use of the

clears itself of a whole

knowledge. A peculiar

MfiHsJtDEJtflllg

guments

ity of this blue part of your eye is that it will

tory. Does

quickly than it will ex the dark

the

about

the

sixty

light times

as

vision after the

This is perhaps what urges us to hurry, hur ry, for we suddenly re alize how large a part of

car glares into your *«* eyes, and it requires one a

R

second

IAlCOLM

for your pupil to con tract and keep out the glare, it will require

-; STOP;* '--- '-'< ••'-

three and three quarters

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CAMPS ELL

•. - REGEMTMAGAZINE ARTICLE

'tO'A l=s

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give ahead.

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again clear three

and vision

our

portion to the whole.

light of an approaching M of

that make

ry, it seems to me that

light is put out. So, if you are driving at night and the head

sixteenth

quarrels

each day takes on a much greater import ance when we stop to think how large a part of our life it is in pro

is

fast as the reaction for

good

and

think so, on the contra

the blue

part to keep out the glare of

us and

workaday struggles and inspirations seem trivial and pointless? I don't

pand to let in more light. If you strike a

light in

of

and our triumphs and our joys pass into his

contract to keep out ex cess light much more

contraction of

population

starts afresh, all our ar

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life is

gone and

how

many days, weeks and years we have let slip by with little accom plished. The vague no tion

that

there is al

ways another day is ut terly false, everything we put oil pushes some

three quarters of a second after you pass the

thing else ahead and in the end we never catch

glaring headlights, the road ahead and all poor ly lighted objects will be dim and vague. Suppose you are driving forty miles per hour when you pass the car, you will then travel about two hundred and twenty-five feet par

up.

tially blind; and should you be stepping along at 60 miles per hour, you travel about 310 feet with impaired vision. Many things can and do

happen in this time. It takes an average of (^7 feet to stop a car going 40 miles per hour, and 210 feet to stop a car going sixty miles per hour. Studies by the State— (Continued on Page 907)

Being mindful of this we cannot help but value each day more than we have in the past, not that we should drive ourselves to nothing but work. There should be some play, some time to plan and think and rest but always remember time

is precious and life is sweet. Our time on earth is short. Carelessness, thoughtlessness and acci dents tend to shorten even the normal span. Why not make use of all our faculties while the op

portunity is ours.

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Safeguard Your Health by Correct Living

Our Cover Page Entitled Just Nibbling

What profiteth a man that he gain the whole world yet lose his health? Naturalists say that long ago the prehistoric waters were infested by a species of enormous shark which finally became extinct by reason of the workings of its voracious appetite. Thus nature eliminates the overfed. The desire for ease of life and plentiful diet is universal and is the great stimulus of man and animals alike. When man becomes greedy, takes more ease, food and drink than is his share, na ture will sooner or later discard him.

In our mad race for peace and ease, we artapt to forget that unless we are careful of our bodies we will soon be made to suffer for the in

fraction of nature's inexorable physical law. With the loss of body tone comes an equal loss in mental activity and the brain, which for a time was able to operate despite the complaints of an over-fed. self-poisoned body, stops working. Other things being equal it

The title of our cover picture on this issue is "Just Nibbling". Fish that are just nibblers are exasperating and a bone of contention to every fishermen is they only steal the bait, waste

time

and act as though

the bait isn't

good

enough. What every angler likes is a fellow that comes right up and takes the hook like he means business.

Those of us who preach and practice safetyknow there is no hook in it, and that the bait is

good, but there are a good many who are just nibbling and some just disregard it entirely. Our health should come first

and after that

our safety, and that of others. Happiness can only come when we have both. Yes—safety is a good thing to become inter ested and enthusiastic over. Why shouldn't it lie? It is our lives and we all want to live. We

really can't get its

full value

•anh please keep our babtasafe !'-' ff™s- we should grab it *>""JV

hook, line and sinker.

is the man who leads the wellbalanced life who lasts the

of print is too much of it.

longest, whose

writer has an idea and expands

TOO

work to the

MUCH:—The

curse

A

end is uniformly the best, he

it into a book, although

who

idea is fully disposed of often in a few pages. A newspaper worker must write so many columns a day; frequently a few lines are suf-

neither overworks,

nor

overplays, neither overeats, over-drinks or over-sleeps, he who maintains a

standard of

simple healthy diet in modera

his

tion, who offsets mental work

licient to exhaust his value for

with physical recreation, who

that

is as honest with his

body as

he is in his contact with fel-

lowmen.

When the

period.

Me is like

the

preacher who spoils a good sermon by adding too many commentaries, apparently to

goal is

readied by such a one his phy

fill in an allotted time.

sical and mental condition is

In

their

ordinary

affairs

such that he can enjoy in peace

men do not talk like orators,

of mind and contentment the fruits of his labors.

but it seems that custom com

OUR

JOB:—Part

of

pels writers to run on and on.

any

man's job is to do his work safely. Observance of safety rules and safe practices is as much a part of the job as keeping steam up on the loco motive, grease on the big bearings in the mill,

getting footage on the

drills in the quarry or

keeping gas in the trucks in the yard or wher

ever else Ave may be working. To do the job safely is just as an important part of the job as

We have most religiously endeavored to keep in the pages of "Screenings" material which is helpful, interesting and pleas

ing. There are times, however, when we may have slipped. If there are those of our readers who have items of interest, safety articles or

personals which they believe would* be of value or enjoyed by our readers, we will be pleased if they will send such material in.

doing the job itself. In addition to that, the work

itself we are usually doing for

others and the

safety part of it usually concerns our own toes, fingers, or lives, for that matter. It isn't wise to entrust our lives too much to the other fellow.

Much better to attend to that part of it ourselves and in doing this we may find some unsafe prac

On our back cover is a reproduction of a Safe ty Poster by Earl Leveck. which won first place in our Safety Poster Contest.

Earl bids fair to

be an artist and this is not the first time he has won awards with his handiwork. Earl is the son

tices that should be corrected or some condition

of Mr. and Mrs. John Leveck and Mr. Leveck

that should be changed. This should be taken up with the foreman, who will be pleased to give credit for a job well done.

Michigan Limestone and Chemical Company em ployee.

was. until his retirement a short time back, a

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Limestone and Its Uses

Caldte Limestone-" in the Manufacture of Beet Sugai By Rudolph Dueltgen Jr. Among the many manufacturing industries in which limestone plays an important part is the sugar industry. During the past, limestone from Calcite has been furnished to many beet sugar

plants in the United States and Canada. In this process the stone is burned in vertical lime kilns and the carbon dioxide gas (C02), which is driv en off at the top of the kiln during the burning, is collected in a large gas container or tank. The

lime (CaO) is drawn off from the bottom of the kiln and later both the carbon dioxide gas and the lime are utilized in the purification of the

beet juice. It is obvious that since these two sub stances are the only ingredients of the limestone

that are of any value in the purification process, a high calcium' limestone is desirable. In lime stone chemical combination of carbon dioxide

(C02) and lime (CaO) forms calcium carbonate (CaC03). Upon adding heat to the stone, the combination is broken up into the gas C02 and the solid CaO, calcium oxide or lime. The simple chemical equation for this change is as follows: CaC03 plus heat equals CaO plus C02, or: Calcium Carbonate plus heat equals calcium oxide plus carbon dioxide. The world supply of sugar is derived from two sources, namely, sugar cane and sugar beets. In the United States cane is grown in the southern states bordering on the Gulf of Mexico. Beets are grown in the central and western states.

Sugar is a chemical combination of carbon, hydrogen and oxygen (C12H22011). Chemists have been unable to make synthetic sugar, al

the selling price of sugar during the marketing period. There are 16 sugar factories in Michigan. On

ly 11 of these plants were in operation in 1935, due to the quota system now in force by the Federal Government, controlling sugar produc tion. It is estimated that the State of Michigan consumes 7,000,000 100-pound sacks of sugar an

nually. This is about twice as much sugar as all 16 of the Michigan sugar factories would pro duce if all were in operation.

The sugar industry in Michigan gives employ ment to thousands of wage earners, pays thous ands of dollars in state and local taxes, and pur chases thousands of dollars worth of Michigan

products. In delivering the raw materials to the factories, including beets, coal, coke, limestone, sulphur, etc.; railroads and trucking companies receive large tonnages. American sugar is a commodity which needs

a protective tariff in order to meet foreign com petition chiefly from Cuba and Porto Rica where low wage scales and low living standards prevail.

During the twelfth and thirteenth centuries sugar was produced in Spain, Egypt, and Medi terranean Islands and

distributed by a

sugar

trust formed in Venice. It was said to be sold in

Western Europe as a rare luxury, and in 1482 was quoted at $2.75 a pound. The process of manufacturing beet sugar is briefly as follows: At the factory the beets are

washed and separated from all foreign material. They are then sliced in thin strips by specially

though each of the common elements is easily designed cutting machines with corrugated obtained separately. Nature's laboratory is in the knives. The slices or "cossettes" are then con leaves of the sugar beet. Carbon dioxide is taken veyed to a battery of tanks called diffusion from the air with the aid of sunlight, and water

is extracted from the soil by the many small lat eral roots and passed up through the plant. Su

gar is formed and stored in the large root of the beet called the tap root. In harvesting the beet, the small roots are severed from the large tap

root and the beet is lifted, leaving the system of small roots in the ground.

Sugar beets are grown by farmers under con tract with the sugar companies. The usual con tract embodies a nominal guarantee of about $4.00 a ton for beets and provides a division of

the profits on the sale of sugar and by-products.

Some contracts guarantee to the farmer a fixed amount per ton of beets and a bonus based on

the percentage of sugar content of the beets and

tanks through which clear hot water is passed and the beet juice containing the sugar is ex tracted by diffusion. The pulp is discharged from the diffusion tanks and dried and is utilized as stockfood.

From the diffusion tanks the juice is passed into another

set of tanks called

carbonation

tanks. At this stage lime in the form of "milk of lime" and carbon dioxide gas are introduced. A

precipitate of calcium carbonate is here formed which carries with it many impurities contained in the juice. The juice is then filtered through filter presses and the precipitate with impurities are removed.

The purified juice is then set of tanks or

passed to another

containers where it is

boiled

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down to a thick syrup. Again the syrup passes into evaporating pans and is boiled under a vacuum until sugar crystals are formed. The size of the crystals is under the control of the operator. The resulting substance is a mixture of sugar and molasses. The sugar is separated from the molasses by centrifugal machines. It

is then washed

with clean water and

passed

through a cylindrical drier after which it is weighed and bagged. H is then read}- for the market.

Beet sugar and c;mc sugar are identical in chemical properties and investigation by many authorities has disclosed no

difference in the

sweetening power. The American beet sugar industry should be recognized by the Government as a truly Amer ican industry giving work to thousands of Amer ican workmen and a paying crop to many farm

ers. With wise Government protection and effi cient private management, this vast industry should help to a great extent in solving the farm and labor problem of the country in the beet STOwinc: areas.

In contemplating what is past and what is to come, consider the following words of wisdom from Emerson's essay on COMPENSATION: "Every excess causes a defect: every defect an excess. Every sweet hath its sour; every evil its

good. For everything you have missed, you have gained something else, and for anything you gain, you lose something. In nature nothing can be given : all things are received at a price. Al

ways, you will be called upon to pay your debt, and it must be paid in full. Things may stand for a time between you and justice, but it is only a postponement."

Our Eyes Need Time to React Drive Slowly Contimed from cpage m of Michigan show that the average speed on the highways at night is a little over forty miles per hour with over 10% of the cars checked doing sixty. Three out of four cars enter the garage at sundown and are not again on the highways un til next morning, yet of the 36.000 motor fatali ties last year, 20,000 occurred at night. Our inference from the above would seem ob vious. The conclusion must be that when we see

a car coming with glaring headlights, we should at least slow down until our eyes have had a chance to make the necessary readjustment so we can see where we are going. One ounce of loyalty is worth a pound of clev erness.

Typical Michigan Beet Sugar Factory—Plant of the Isabella Sugar Co., Mt. Pleasant, Mich

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Stone Sand—A Construction Material Our Range of Coarse and Fine Aggregate Is Further Widened By Manufacture of Stone Sand. By Lucas S. Lee Concrete is manufactured by mixing various sizes of stone with sand, cement and water into

companies manufacture cement from our stone. While the chemical analysis of concrete ag

a fluid mass. In this fluid condition it is poured into forms. In the mixture an action taxes place

gregates

between the cement and water, and the concrete is said to set. As the water evaporates, the ce ment binds or cements (hence the name cement) the stones together into a rock-like mass.

In large foundations, dams, etc.. stone as large as 10 inches may be used, but in thinner sections such as pavements, floors, walls, and reinforced concrete where the concrete must flow around

and adhere closely to the bars, smaller stone is used. As ordinarily mixed, concrete is made of coarse aggregate, stone or gravel from 2 1-2 inch to 1-2 inch; fine aggregate, from 1 1-2 inch to 1-4 inch : sand and cement.

Gravel consists of more or less round pebbles

from which all of the sharp rough edges have

been worn. Even when

is not

important, the

Specifications

which govern the proportion of each size of stone in the finished product are rigid. This is also true of stone sand. The specifications for the latter material call for a product, all of which will pass a 3-8 inch opening, and all but 5% must be larger than 100 mesh. Material that will pass a screen with 100 meshes to the inch is very fine and cannot be removed by screens in a wet process such as ours without also passing too much of the plus 100 mesh material. Even if dried before screen

ing, screen cloth of

sufficient fineness

would

quickly wear out and capacities would be small. It was therefore decided to use cone classi fiers tn remove the minus 100 mesh material from the stone sand. These classifiers work wet

cj

crushed, most of the Picture Shows Equipment Used in the Manufacture or Stone Sand pieces

have

one

or

more rounded surfac es. Crushed stone be

ing angular and sharp, takes interlocking po sitions in the concrete mixture and thus as sists the cement in

binding

the

into

denser

a

mixture and,

therefore, st.ro n g e r structure. F o r t h e same reason, stone

sand, consisting of

sharp cles, bank

angular is

parti

superior

or

river

to

sand

which is composed of rounded particles. We have in the past

few

years

and

sold both

prepared

and

fine

coarse

aggregate,

and have now installed

equipment for the pre paration of stone sand. We are thus in a posi tion to supply all of the material for manu

facturing concrete, ex

cept cement, and many

.

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and their design is based on the settling rate ot various sized particles of stone til water. 11 a

Receives Safety Recognition

quantity of stone is dumped into a body of wa ter, the larger pieces settle to the bottom first,

Below is a picture of Ida I'ilarski. This young lady has the distinct honor of saving a child from possible death or serious injury when she grasp ed the youngster from the path of an approach ing automobile. This incident happened last fall

then the medium sized pieces, and finally the smallest particle:; settle. In the classifier instal lation, a mixture of stone and water is fed in at

the top, and as this mixture passes down through the unit by gravity, water is added at the bot tom of the cone in sufficient quantity and un der sufficient pressure to float off any size ol stone which is not wanted in the finished pro-

\vl ile Ida and two companions were, walking along the street and the young child ran out into

•die path of the car.

duet. In other words, if minus 100 mesh material

is to be removed, enough water under pressure is added at the bottom of the classifier so that

it will flow up through the downward moving column of sand at a greater rate of speed than the minus 100 mesh material would settle, and thus the minus 100 mesh is removed and floated off.

In the sand handling

installation, stone and

water mixed is taken from each of the dewater-

ing screens and fed through a chute to a classi fier tank in

which there is a series of

baffle

plates to check the velocity and thus cause the stone to quickly settle out of the water. The

stone and a portion of the water then flow to three classifiers mounted on the bottom of the

bank, and the excess water flows to waste, over a weir in the tank.

As the stone moves down

through the classifier, the water which is added at the bottom of the cone flows up through the column and carries with it over the weir the size of material to be removed. The amount of water

which is added to each classifier is controlled by

a valve, and any desired separation can be made by regulating this valve. The material which comes from the classifiers

is now properly proportioned and sized to pass

the specifications for stone

sand, but has too

For showing such alertness and presence of mind, she received honors from the A. A. A. of

Michigan in the form of a bronze medal and cer tificate. This recognition is in connection with the automobile club safety work among school

children, In our last issue of "Screenings" we

is suspended a revolving disc 12 feet in diameter, having 3 scoops. Sand and water are fed into

reviewed this work as outlined for St. Ignatius School of Rogers City. Ida is a pupil of St. Ignatius School, an eighth grader ami the daughter of Walter I'ilarski, an employee of the Blasting Department of the Limestone Company. We compliment Ida on her good <\l-v(\ and the sincere attitude she has shown toward safety

one side of the tank, and as the mixture flows

work.

much water mixed with it for handling on a belt conveyor. It is therefore collected from all the classifiers through a system of flumes and \vt\

to a machine called a "KOTOSCOOJ'*'. the func tion of which is to remove the

excess water.

This "ROTOSCOOP" consists of a tank in which

across the tank to the discharge weir, the scoops

slowly revolving through it pick up the sand, and the water flows over the weir to waste. As

Counsel For Youth

the filled scoop revolves around to the discharge point, the sand is now sufficiently dry to be handled on an inclined belt, and it is plowed off into a chute which feeds the finished product

It was a First command and counsel of my ear liest youth always to do what my conscience told me to lie a duty, and to leave the conse quence to God. 1 shall carry with me the mem

onto a 30 inch belt conveyor. This conveyor is one of a system which carries the material to a new storage pile over a tunnel located adjacent

ory, and I trust the practice, of this parental les

to and just south of the Number 4 storage. A 48 inch belt in the tunnel discharges onto the old fines boat loading system, and the new stone sand will thus be loaded into boats.

son to the grave. 1 have hitherto followed it. and I have no reason to complain that my obedi ence to it has been a temporal sacrifice. I have

found it, on the contrary the road to prosperity ami wealth, and 1 shall point out the same path to my children for their pursuit.—Lord Erskine.

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Our Interest Centers on Gardens as Warmer Weather Arrives

By R. B. Henley, Horticulturist As many as half of the ten years the garden program has been in effect, a late Spring has re tarded the progress at the beginning of the gar

.As mentioned in the Spring number of Calcite

Screenings, a garden club organization or any

Lleavier snows than usual last winter have left an excess of moisture in the soil and more than the usual rainfall in the last few weeks has made

other organization that would take up a definite plan for community heautification could accom plish much, and properly managed could do so at small expense. Visitors who come to Rogers City offer the

the results of early efforts rather disappointing.

criticism

J'.ut, just as surely as these handicaps have been overcome in prior years, appearances begin

make use of enough local shrubbery and trees in our landscaping. For instance, people from

to indicate like results for 1936, and the real satisfaction of a garden depends upon overcom ing these and many other problems.

south of us are so accustomed to spirea and sim ilar shrubbery, that they cannot understand

den season.

This year, the Spring issue of Calcite Screen ings carried the suggestion of more development of home grounds and flower growing. Land

scaping and flower gardening are not as depend ent on an early Spring as vegetable gardening.

When heavy snow makes for late Spring, it at the same time affords greater protection for perennials and generally lengthens the flowering season.

Annual flowers as a rule can be planted

later, and still produce; ami both Spring and Fall time can be used for planting perennials, trees and shrubbery. However, the success of flower gardening is

just as dependent on continuous work and prop er care as vegetable gardening. The expression, "It is better to plan! a leu-cent rose in a fiftyCent hole than a fifty-cent rose in a ten-cent

hole," sums Up the secret of successful garden ing, whether it be vegetables or flowers. Much depends on preparation at planting time. The climate of this region is particularly suit ed for certain beautiful flowers.

This is appar

ent in dahlia growing, of wdiich there is consid erable in Rogers City, and also in tulip culture. Rogers City might easily become as well known

for tulip and other flower festivals as Holland, Michigan, for its annual tulip festival.

Our neighboring town of llillman is the home of Dr. A. J. Schmaler, whose gladiola garden is the object of a state-wide interest. Dr. Schmaler exhibits these beautiful flowers at many of the

shows in Michigan and has won prizes and rib bons by the hundred in competition.

Our town

has the climate and the soil suited to these flow ers.

THE DAHLIA—Moist atmosphere, with cool nights and warm days produce beautiful Dahlias. Testimony to the result from expert care is evidenced in

the gardens of Mrs. Louis Mertz, Mrs. Henry Shorkey, Mrs. John Mann and Mrs. Fred LaLonde, of First Street in Rogers City, who have for a number of years grown very beautiful Danlias.

that we do not,

in our community,

why more use is not made of local evergreens in landscaping. Practice of this suggestion

would represent a cash saving in landscaping and would add wonderfully to natural commun ity beauty. As Calcite Screenings goes to press, we hope the vegetable gardeners will have an abundant harvest and that those interested in landscaping and flowers will be equally successful.

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Carried the First Cargo of Limestone Gravel From Calcite In The 'go's—Schooner R. T. Lambert These days the eyes of the world are turned toward the performance of the greatest L.ritish

passenger liner of all-time, the QUEEN MARY, which is 1.018 icet long, 118 feet wide and is driven with turbines that have a combined out

put of 200.000 horsepower, surpassed but slight ly by the French liner, the NORM AX'DI E. The

QUEEN MARY is the latest L.ritish marine

ber, tan bark and various other commodities be

achievement and crossed

four

tween the lake ports but they are gone, and with

days and twelve hours, a little short of a record.

their passing go many traditions of the sea

What a contrast in mechanical and nautical achievement and also in time is this to the three

fore the mast.

the Atlantic

in

little ships which Columbus piloted across the Atlantic Ocean! Time has written in its pages of history many changes that are prone to be forgotten in the rapid pace of present day ac tivities.

Within a much shorter period of time has a

similar change taken place on the Great Lakes. The first cargoes of stone shipped from Calcite

(then Crawford's Quarry) were in the form of gravel and carried by schooners of five, six and seven hundred ton capacity. This was in the -

A

since September 29, 19.30, when the big threemaster OUR SON disappeared in a raging Lake Michigan storm. She sank while carrying pulpwood from Georgian Bay to Muskegon. For years the sails of two, three, four and five stickers bespecked the surfaces of the Great Lakes, carrying ore, coal, grain, ties. post, lum

Nineties. Now we have steel freighters like the CARL D. BRADLEY that can carry 16,000 gross tons in one shipment. The Great Lakes have been without cargo-

carrying schooners, sloops, brigs or barques

which had been built up by the hardy sailors be There are too few of these stal

wart sons of the sea, now stooped and whitehaired, who hold within their breasts the tra

ditions and romance of the old sailing vessel.

Unless someone soon takes it upon himself to gather and compile this ancient lore, it will be

lost to our posterity. Rummaging through an interesting collection of pictures owned by Henry G. Kitchen recent ly, we found the accompanying picture of the Schooner R. T. LAMBERT which was owned

and operated by Captain E. M. Carson. This boat sailed from Bay City and brought fresh fruit to Lake Huron ports, coming as far north as Rog ers City and returning with a cargo of gravel

to Bay City. Other sailing vessels were also in this trade; some—

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Surpluses And Taxes

Effect OfHigh Taxes On Surpluses And Wage Earners By Rudolph Dueltgen Jr. During the present time there is a great deal of discussion and publicity given to taxes and undivided profits of corporations. It is therefore appropriate here, we believe, to make a brief comment on this subject. With the government expenditures steadily increasing and the outgo approximately $1.95 for every dollar of income, the question natural

any surplus accumulated to provide for this boat the Bradley Transportation Company would be taxed. It has been suggested to make this rate reach a maximum of over 40%.

If the rate were

fixed at 10% and the cost were entirely provided from surplus, it would cost the Bradley Trans portation Company over $100,000 in taxes for

the privilege of building a new boat and employ

ly arises, who will pay the bill when payday comes? This is a serious question and the an swer is one which will effect every wage earner.

ing 35 more men.

To partially meet these expenditures, Congress is asked to pass a tax bill which would raise $793,000,000 a year for three years, and $620,000,000 a year thereafter. A heavy tax is to be levied on undivided corporate profits which is commonly known as surplus. Taxing corporate surplus means taxing sav ings set aside from earnings for emergencies, in cluding losses sustained during depression, such as the present one, to carry on research work and experiments, to make plant improvements, and other expenditures necessary to keep in step with progress and meet competition and more

and many other forms of investments.

exacting demands of customers so that you can share their business. To illustrate, the require ments for self-unloader boat capacity may re quire the addition of other boats to the Bradley Transportation Company's fleet. A new boat would employ 35 additional men. The cost would be something over one million dollars. But on

Some Prophets Who Weren't Astronomers are able to tell us to the hour

when a planet or galloping comet will appear to our vision. Men long since at rest have accu rately foretold the reappearance of vagrant stars by mathematical formulae. That is science. J tiles Verne pre-visioned the submarine; Tenny son, steeped in song, predicted the militant air ship; Voltaire shocked society by prophecying a day when the majority of women would wear silk stockings. This proves but little. No one has kept a journal of the unfulfilled prophecies by men great in their time. Rousseau, lion of French literature, in 1760

predicted that England would be undone and would lose her liberty within twenty years. Michel Chevalier said that the development of the railway system in Europe would cement the nations of Europe and Asia and completely blot out international suspicion. Shortly after the discovery of the Leyden jar, the outstanding

With an individual, savings takes the form of bank deposits, insurance policies, bonds, stocks, These

savings are very necessary to the welfare of the country and constitute thrift which should not be discouraged by taxation. If the taxing of surplus were extended to cover the individuals—not to be considered im

probable when the government is striving to raise their income by taxation from every avail

able source—then we might have the example of a thrifty person making the saving of $4,000 for the building of a home and paying in taxes

on a 10% basis $400 for the privilege of doing so. Continued increases of government expendi tures in excess of present taxes will necessarily result in the spreading of heavier taxes to all wage earners and individuals having savings in whatever form. This inevitably will be the result if the government is kept from bankruptcy, and a bankrupt government means a worse depres sion than any experienced in our history. electrician of the day declared that he believed the subject of electricity would soon be exhaust ed—that it was an interesting phenomena with few possibilities for the human race. The dem onstration of the first incandescent lamp caus ed a panic among holders of gas company se curities because people believed gas would soon be discarded by industry and in the home. Napoleon it was who said sagely, "This will

be the last war". Bryan saw silver inevitably displacing gold as the standard. Quite a number of statesmen, financiers and economic authori

J

ties offered market pronouncements which are not to be mentioned at the club, and so on and s o on.

Prophecies come easily. Some of the prophets are dead right and some are merely guessing. It's as well for most of us to make a few com

parisons, think them over and make our own ap praisals of the future.

Fences are only for those who cannot fly.

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Tou Have Both Comfort And Safety In ^Safety Shoes

9>

OINUINI ICA1HU

It has been said that foot trouble is the cause

of as much ill feeling as is any other ailment.

shoes have endeavored to put a shoe on the mar ket that is better than any before built.

There may be something in this, too, because if

We believe they have succeeded and we are

some of US think back we can remember when a

now stocking a shoe that is built of real leather. It looks well, wears well, is comfortable and be

corn, bunion, fallen arch or foot injury made us

qui-te miserable.

sides you have the added protection of a safely

toe and all for much less money than you will pay elsewhere for a shoe of the same quality without the safety toe.

These shoes are made in practically any pat tern—a style from a dress oxford to a miner's boot with Kangaroo black calf, gunmelal, retail

or ell: uppers and full leather soles, composition soles with leather or rubber heels and built in

steel arches, i'radically every size is stocked at the Storehouse and all sizes are available with but a short wait.

These shoes carry an absolute guarantee against faulty material or workmanship or any unreasonable wear on the part of the shoes.

This employee was assisting in removing a truck of castings weighing 2,847 pounds and pulled one of the wheels onto toe of oxford.

Your feet are as important to us as a founda tion is to a building, and we should keep them in a normal strong" condition.

When the accidents which have occurred in the

past are reviewed, it is found that many of them. in any department, were foot injuries. Nearly every time anything that is being lifted or car ried in the hand is dropped, it will land some where near the feet, and the majority- of foot ac cidents are to the toes. It is here that safety shoes play an important part, as they afford pro tection to the toes that the ordinary shoe does not.

Safety shoes are not looked on by industry as merchandise, but are considered articles of safe ty, the same as goggles, and guards around machinery.

Some years ago we stocked a supply of safe ty shoes.

This shoe was rather cumbersome,

ill-looking and not always comfortable. True, not every pair we sold gave us a complaint but

The casting shown in the picture,

weighing

we do believe that the shoe we then slocked was

.',.'..') lbs., fcdl 22 inches on employee's right toe.

given a fair trial by our men and found wanting. Like the improvements in automobiles, lip sticks and can openers, manufacturers of safety

Employee went to First Aid and had his foot examined. He wore SALKTY SHOES, and was back at his job in 15 minutes.

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With One ofOur Old Timers Hilary O'Toole Collects a Bet from Sparks Lcszinske. Sparks Walked on his hands and knees from the mill of fice to the dock office to pay up. Early explorations for the possibility of es

School and helping his dad on the farm.

His

tablishing a limestone quarry in the vicinity of

leisure hours were spent playing ball, fishing,

Rogers City were, started in a small way in 1908 and continued on until 1910. when operations for opening up a quarry began. Early in 1911 crews were brought in for the erection of a plant. With one of these crews came a young fellow who liked the place so well that he stay

hunting, dancing and going to fairs and horse races. We haven't heard much of his hunting and fishing of late years, but his interest in the

ed on after construction was finished, and now, although not old in years, is the grandad of our

others remains keen.

After leaving school, Hilary worked in the woods driving" team. Later he drove logs on Wolf Creek. Ouin Creek and Thunder Bay River, but building seemed to interest him most, and

Old Timers, as he has been in the continuous

he drifted

service of the plant at Calcite longer than anyone

went on steel work, his first big job being with a gang of steel erection men at the plant of the Huron Portland Cement Company at Alpena. The Russell Wheel Company completed the Alpena job and Hilary went with them to Detroit where he worked on the Newcomb-Endicott Building and other steel erection jobs.

else.

He is Hilary Bernard O'Toole, born Decem ber 19, 1881, oil the O'Toole farm, now the shale beds just a few miles west of Alpena., to Mr. and Mrs. Patrick O'Toole who came to Alpena Coun ty from Quebec, Canada. His father was born in Dublin. Ireland, and his mother came from

the hills of braw and bonny Scotland. A fine background for any young man, little wonder that he has always been blessed with a sunny smile and a pleasing disposition. Hilary's early days were Spent at the Kings

into

wood construction.

Later

he

Hilary always enjoys a celebration, and July 4, 1911. found him back with the boys in Alpena where he received a

wire from Russell Wheel

that they had a job in Rogers City and that he was to report there for work. Hilary landed at Calcite on July 5, 1911. then

Construction Job On the First Power House.

.

Hilary is the center figure on

top of boilers.

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quite a wilderness as compared to now. railroad branch from

The

Posen to Calcite had not

been completed ami the material was hauled by team from the end of the Spur to Calcite. If a 2x4, a 4x4. or a 6x6 was needed back in those days, Hilary says you went in the woods and ctit what you wanted.

Mr. Joseph Jenkins was then in charge ol construction. The following year .Mr. Carl J). Bradley came in as General Manager, and when the plant was put into operation. Hilary stayed on as Mill Foreman. As expansions were made, he became Mill Superintendent, a position he now holds along with being in charge of all con struction.

In 1910 Hilary was married to Miss Madeline

Il.oL of Alpena. They have a splendid family of lour boys and three girls. Rex. Ralph and Gor don are on the Bradley Transportation Company Boats; Crystal has a secretarial position, and Lawrence. Cathleen and Jlenc are at home going to school.

Last Winter Hilary was ill for a time, but he

possesses that quality we so much admire in the ability of a fellow to make a comeback. Hilary is a popular citizen about town. We have said that he is a lover of sports, and no pic nic celebration or game is complete without him.

He likes to make bets and generally wins. Else where in this issue we show a picture of him collecting one. although we do recollect his los ing a similar bet later. However, the job has al ways come first with him and here he is con scientious and cooperative and takes pride in a job well done.

Carried the First Cargo of Limestone Gravel from Calcite in the '90'sSchooner R. T. Lambert (Continued troin Page 911)

carried in larm machinery and returned south with farm products. Others were in the fish trade, and in those days the fishermen used sail boats for setting and lifting their nets. Craw ford's Quarry (Calcite) was then quite a ilniving community, and there being no railroad into this section, provisions were brought in over land with a tote team from Standish, which ...(.ant a long haul, or they came by boat. Con sequently, many of the staple groceries came in by boat in the summer, and the settlement stack ed up provisions for the winter months. If they Kin short, it was usually go without until navi gation opened in the spring. 'i litis stone was included in the earl)- ship ments made from the port now known as Calcite, and from wdiat is known of the existing supply and the increase in commodities where high calcium stone and lime are necessary, it

seems destined to ever be a shipping port for high calcium limestone. LWLST TODAY SAFLTV INCORPORATED

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Hilary On The Job—Construction Work Is What He Enjoys The Most

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Prevention ofHeat Sickness For a great number of years heat cramps and exhaustion have been a troublesome factor in

many industrial organizations. Painful and dis abling cramps of the muscles of the arms and legs, back and abdomen have been observed dur ing the hot weather among men working in mines, quarries, foundries, steel mills, stokerholds of vessels and other industries. The first

theory advanced was that the cramps were due to drinking cold water, and in some plants warm water only was allowed the workmen. This the ory, however, has now become generally dis credited.

Recent clinical and experimental evidence on

this subject tends to show that a loss of large amounts of salt in the sweat is the chief causa

tive factor in the production of heat cramps.

Some few years ago Holdaur and Moss, work ing with some mines in England, developed the theory that cramps were due to the loss of salt through perspiration. A certain amount of in organic salt must be retained in the tissues in order to make muscular activity possible. If the amount of inorganic salt, principally sodium chloride, is reduced below a certain level, muscu lar cramps result. Accordingly, these two men had the mines in certain groups drink salt water while working and found that they were less

susceptible to cramps and were able to work ef

more important ones. In the first place, it is necessary for every part of the body to have a certain amount of water.

Salt is the most im

portant agency in the body enabling all parts to hold the amount of water they need. In our blood there are several different substances that

are responsible for holding the necessary amount of water. Salt is one of these, and it alone holds twice as much water in the blood as all the other

substances together can hold. Salt is important in keeping the water content up to standard in the special fluid which bathes the brain and spi nal cord. Every cell in the body, and there are billions of them, requires salt in order to hold the necessary amount of water. There is a very delicate chemical balance in all the tissues of our

body and salt plays a very important part in maintaining the normal chemical reaction. If drinking water is to be salted, it is recom mended that about a level teaspoonful of salt be

used to each gallon of water. In this proportion the salt is hardly perceptible. If a little extra salt is used, it is not harmful to a healthy per son, as what is not lost in sweat will be passed out of the body through the kidneys. However, people suffering with a heart or kidney ailment should consult their physician before more than the normal amount of salt is used.

ficiently.

Fortunately our geographical location is such that we have very few hot, humid days that are

Since then considerable experimenting has been done by various industrial concerns, and it

so largely responsible for cramps and that dizzy, nauseated "all gone" feeling that takes away all

is generally accepted that salt is valuable in the prevention and treatment of heat sickness. The body contains 80% water and about 35 grams (weight of 7 nickles) of salt and we are

learned with regard to heat sickness.

told that salt is absolutely important to the body for several reasons.

We shall consider only the

one's enthusiasm and vitality, but there are times

when we might well profit by what others have Sunstroke and heat

Skin dry and hot to the touch.

2.

Face red; high fever.

3.

Symptoms:

Dizziness, raging headache, with shooting pains in the head.

4.

Breathing hard and loud.

5.

Sometimes convulsions.

unlike

treatment.

HEAT EXHAUSTION

SUNSTROKE

Symptoms:

1.

exhaustion have

symptoms and require different Please compare the following:

1. 2. 3.

Skin cold, sweating profuse. Face pale (sometimes purplish). Dizziness, feeling of sickness, patient may vomit.

4. 5. 6. 7.

Chilly and often has cramps. Usually acts dazed. Sighs when breathing. Partial or complete collapse.

TREATMENT

Remove to cool shady spot.

1.

Strip to the underclothes. Lay on back, head and shoulders raised.

2. 3.

Put ice or cold wet cloths on head.

4.

Cool body with water or wet cloths.

5.

Keep patient warm. When conscious and able to drink give coffee or

aromatic spirits of ammonia in water, but not

Avoid sudden shocks.

When conscious and able to drink, give person cold but not ice water. No stimulants. Call a doctor.

Remove to a quiet, cool place. Loosen tight clothing. Lay flat on back with head low.

6.

ice water. Call a doctor.

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New Load Line Established For Steamers By Charles F. Platz All of the vessels loading at Calcite this season have appeared with unusual markings on each side of the boat amidships at the draft marks. Quite a number of our men have inquired re garding the meaning of these marks and in or der to satisfy their curiosity we will explain them.

"Coastwise Load Line Act, 1935" was approv ed by Congress on August 27th, 1935, necessi tating the establishment of Load Lines for all United States Merchant Vessels. All vessels of

4000 Gross Tons and over were required to have

The reason for the establishment of the Load Line on various steamers was to determine the

safe and seaworthy draft to which the vessels can load at various seasons of the year. The per manent Load Line is good for a period of five years on the basis of an annual inspection. The application of Load Lines will not have any appreciable effect on the carrying capacity of the larger steamers as the load line regula tions will permit of loading to a deeper draft than is available at practically all the Great Lakes ports. It does, however place a definite

Load Line established on or before November

limit on the draft of the smaller vessels where

27th, 1935, and all vessels of 150 gross tons up to 400 gross tons on or before August 27th,

the loading has not heretofore been restricted due to depth of water. Should at any time the

1936.

available draft of water in channels and harbors

This Load Line or Freeboard is established by

of the Great Lakes reach a depth of 22 feet or

a survey of the various vessels by a recognized

more, the limitation of draft due to Load Line

classification

agency.

requirements will mean o

On the Great Lakes we

a

*& Sir*."-'"

have two such agencies; the American Bureau of <*

Shipping and Lloyd's Register. In order to determine

the

Load

„

Line it is necessary to make

a

careful

thorough of

the

and

examination construction of

-"V**^

4 -\M;

Not all

struction will alter the Freeboard allowed.

The

explanation

_:l \ "'--J .' •:. :'

«

'.;,. . ."

"

'

*

ture is as follows:

The letters "A" and "B" opposite the diamond

represents the Classification society which de termined the Load Line for each particular ves sel. In this case it represents the American Bu reau of Shipping. Should the letters "L" and "R" appear it would represent Lloyd's Register. The letter "S" at the top line of what appears to be a letter "E", represents the depth to which the boat may load during summer months; the period from May 16th to September 15th. The letter "I" at the second line represents the depth to which a boat may load during the Intermediate period, April 16th to May 15th and from September 16th to October 31st. The letter "W" at the bottom line represents

the depth to which a boat may load during Win ter period from November 1st to April 15th.

tween himself and the tree, but he had nothing on a Colorado quarry driller

for

real

dumb-'

ness, according to the O.

of

the markings shown in the accompanying pic

r

DUMB STUNT:—We have often heard of the fellow who sat on a limb and sawed it off be-

vessels of the

same Load Line as vari ous differences in con

loss in

fected.

each vessel, condition, its seaworthiness, etc.

same length, beam or depth are assigned the

considerable

carrying capacity and revenue for the larger vessels. However, it will probably be some years before this condition will prevail so that for the present carrying capacities are not af

I. C. Monator, which re

lates the following: A driller got a twelve foot drill stuck. He fastened a pick head over the drill, put a long plank under the pick and to get leverage backed out on the plank which he had extended out over the quarry pit which had a face of 49 ft. The plank slipped and he fell to the bottom of the pit. He may recover but it is certain he will lose his right arm and leg. It seems not to have occurred

to

the

victim

that

if

he

loosened

the drill, he would have fallen anyway. This is an example of the many chances men will take as a result of failure to think before

they act.

Stunts of this nature would indicate

the fellow had his mind elsewhere than on his

job, and therefore he could hardly be classed as a good workman regardless of the number of feet he could drill per day.

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Safety Poster, Essay And Speech Contest One Of The Best By George R. Jones Schools.

A general

assembly

was

held in the

Listening to speeches on safety, reading doz ens of essays on the same topic, and viewing the numerous posters, which are the responses to the 193(> contest along these lines within the schools of Rogers City, might not appeal to ev-

school where nine survivors of a preliminaÂŤy hearing gave their speeches. The Speeches averaged about five minutes each in length. This

ei v person as something of any particular inter-

tory to do their bit in the program.

esi. We mean to say that folks might |>ass jndg

this idea was tried as an experiment, it was suc

incut rather hurriedly and think going over such

cessful to the point where future encourage ment will be given in this field. The speeches giv en were written by the contestants and had the

material submitted would be a dull task. To the

contrary, our 1936 entries were very fine, and to those that came in contact with this work no

thing but highest praise for the contestants has

was an opportunity for those interested in ora-

Althougl

effect given as wished for by the writers. The speeches were judged on subject, prepara

been given.

tion, delivery and appeal. Since the success ol a

The essays of this year showed considerably more thought, variety, and originality. We found

speech depends on the appeal of the speaker, this point was taken into consideration in pre-

subject of traffic. The variety developed along this line was surprising. The subject was dealt with from political, economical, humane, and educational viewpoints. The appeal was better

making,

that uppermost in the students* minds was the

than

usual, and the most

frequent style

copied after the much publicized article

was

"And

Sudden Death". Essays on "•Accidents in the Home** and "Accidents on the Playground" made

up the remainder of the entries and covers the

ference to some oi the other points in speech Climaxing this assembly program was a play

entitled "Defeat of Safety", given by the Eng lish 12 class under the direction of its teacher

MlSS Campbell. Too much cannot be said for the encouragement of such an endeavor. For appeal to its audience, the dramatic effects of the play were superb. A safety lesson where safety was heralded as one of humanity's best friends was excellently brought out through this medium.

i nitorv related to the school students' world. As we have commented before, it is impossible to think that the thought shown in the essays is

The stage effects were simple, but well done,

not put into practice and that a desired "Safety

desired effect. .Much credit should be given to

Consciousness" is surely entering into the lives

of the young folk. Such is the purpose of these contests.

We

tries

have

in

our

had

more

previous

en

pos

and the costuming was perfect to produce the the director and the cast for the pleasing man ner that a safety lesson was brought to the au dience. The popularity of this new venture was determined by the many pleas ing comments heard after its presentation.

ter contests, and that we didn't have more in 1936 is un

PRIZE WINNING ESSAY By Cleo Roiuiey

doubtedly due to the added opportunities for expression in the field of speech ami writ ing. Again originality was the

The

Hazards Of Spring

Safety is one phase ol our

outstanding feature of the poster division of the contest. Slogan and picture served to

ested. Perhaps we are con cerned as motorists, perhaps

convey some very line safety

as pedestrians;

ideas in a manner that would

case our interest is indispen sable. Since there are so many

life in which we are all inter

impress an observer with a safety message. From time to time

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hazards

at this time of

that

we make the whole na

tion safety-conscious.

Spring always

ure.

brings with

it that feeling of recklessness

Our speech contest this year to the compet all from Public

the

year, it is especially advisable

will

present some of these fine posters lor its readers" pleas was something new school students. The ing students were the Rogers City

but in either

Qeraldine Hopii. winner of first prize

Safety Speech Contest—Rogers City High School.

and carelessness. In every year for which records are av ailable, there has been an in crease

in

the

accident

rate

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from March to April. At this season of the year, thousands of boys and girls begin to take a keen interest in all

kinds of outdoor activities.

brings out the

bats and balls, skipping ropes,

It

roller skates, bicycles and kites. Motorists have

the desire to speed down the clear pavement. Pedestrians dart heedlessly into the street. Spring makes you feel glad that you are alive, yet the care-free attitude that the youth takes, encourages the demon to society—death ! The kite is in the sky again, and we hope the boy at the end of the kite string is where lie be

longs. High tension wires

Grade, Public School; 2nd, Martha Majewski, 8th Grade, St. Ignatius School; 3rd. Iris Haw

kins, 7th Grade, Public School. (Duplicate aw ards lor 2nd place in Essay Contest). We wish to thank the students and faculties

of the Rogers City School systems for their splendid cooperation in making this contest a successful venture.

«=Wishing You A Great Happiness*=>

can send powerful

charges of electricity down wet cotton string. Baseball played in the streets is more like dodgeball. And remember, children, autos do not

Marriages

follow the rules in the game of hide and seek. This also applies to roller skating. You must use

the

walks and

playgrounds,

instead of

the

streets, if you want to enjoy this sport in safety.

Walking in 1936 is a dangerous enterprise if you do not know how. The technique of safewalking is not a difficult thing to acquire. It

consists principally of being constantly aware of traffic. When it rains, the watch-word for the

day is "Heads and umbrellas up!" When you ap pear suddenly, out of nowhere,

right into the

path of an automobile: you are being unsports manlike and are putting the driver at a great disadvantage. Courtesy and the respect for the rights of others help to prevent accidents.

Since spring gives most young people the de sire to speed in the cool breeze, it is especially important that we emphasize this danger. Last year 36.000 persons were killed in automobile accidents: 107.000 permanently injured, and L170.000 suffered temporary hurts. These alarm ing figures ought to make the young drivers think seriously before they put the accelerator to the floor. Amelia Earhart advises people who

crave a speed of more than forty-five miles an hour to take to the air.

Let us boys and girls remember these haz ards. Let us reduce the accidents occurring in parks and on the streets. And when we crave speed, let us remember that we are endangering the lives of other people as well as our own. It is better to be safety conscious than uncon scious. If spring time would show a decrease in accidents, we would have a good start and an example to follow for the remainder of the year. Below is the announcement of the 1936 Prize

Fred Cicero was united in marriage to Miss Marion Rtisch of this city on April 16, 1936. The

ceremony was performed by Rev. Louis A. Linn of St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church. Mr. Cicero is employed in the Drilling Department. Leo Kapala of the Machine Shop was married to Agnes Kierzek on June. 1. 1936. by Rev. C. Szyper of St. Stanislau Church, Posen. Alphonse Schaedig was united in marriage to Miss label Krueger of Hawks on June 12th, 1936. Mr. Schaedig is employed by the Bradley

Transportation Company. To these three newly married couples "Calcite Screenings" wishes much joy and happiness.

c=« Those Who Have Passed Away •=> Mrs. Charles Platz. Sr., passed away March 28, 1936, following a long illness. Mrs. Platz was (>2 years of age. She was born in Rogers City. Funeral services

were held

from

Penglase a daughter of the deceased.

I Herman Karsten of Moltke passed away on April 4, 1936, at his home in Moltke Township.

Mr. Karsten was 66 years of age at the time of his death. Funeral services were from the home

Winners:

with Rev. II. Heinecke officiating.

Speech Contest: 1st, Geraldine Hopp, 12th Grade, Public School: 2nd, Dorothy Lynch, 9th Grade, Public School: 3rd. Victor Lietzow. 10th

was in the

Grade. Public School.

Poster Contest: 1st, Earl Leveck. 11th Grade,

Public School: 2nd, Xorma Basel, 10th Grade, Public School; 3rd, Walter Baker. 7th Grade. Public School.

Essay Contest: 1st, Cleo Bouncy, 12th Grade, Public

School: 2nd,

Elsie

I lurubachcr.

llth

Westminster

Church with Rev. S. J. Francis officiating. Bur ial was made in the Rogers City Cemetery. Charles Platz. Jr.. Traffic Manager. Clarence Platz and Earl Platz are sons and Mrs. Joseph

Church.

cemetery of Immanuel

Moltke. Herman

Interment Lutheran

Karsten of the Mill

Department is a son. Charles Soper, father of James Soper of the Shovel Department, died at his home in Spratt

on May 9. 193o. Interment was in Long Rapids Cemetery.

The sincere sympathy of "Calcite Screenings" goes out to the friends and relatives of those who have passed away.

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You 11 See It In "Screenings

»

ftcPersonals" That Come To The Editor's Desk

Just "Among Ourselves" We hear that 'Tke" Nowayzk is quite a box ing fan and has a few notions of being a boxer himself. If any of the fellows have a pair of box ing gloves not in use, Ike might be interested in a second-hand pair.

"Pete" Pollack keeps his Dodge car appearing shiny new, so most of us didn't know about that front fender being bent up, as Pete had it recon ditioned immediately. It's nice for a fellow to offer a fellow-worker

a ride home, but Ed. Glazer had to fix a tire be

fore he got a ride. Maybe Ed. will sell his ser vices as a repairman by the day or hour. Cordy Adrian and A. L. Kowalske should have very well behaved cars since each was formerly property of two of our local clergymen. 1

planted their crop in order to insure a good growth. Well, Frank Thompson heard the story too and thought he'd use. the same method when he put in his potatoes. Now Frank is worried since his potatoes aren't coming up and he doesn't have any idea of what could be wrong. The only suggestion his fellow shop-workers

have given him is that the fish have

Captain Penny Hoeft of the Str. SWEEP, along with First Mate Norman Dullack, could be seen

passing Calcite harbor this season. With the oil room at the Target House look

ing like a greenhouse this spring, we thought that we'd see a real garden up that way this year. To date Ed. has only some last year's veg etation in this year's gar den.

Nature's Creed

"Doc" Bruder had anoth

probably

eaten the potatoes.

John Heller had some real precise work to do on one of the Tugs. Armed

er black eye a while back, and he told all the boys the regular story — splitting

I believe in the brook as it wanders From hillside into glade; I believe in the breeze as it whispers

wood. This seems to be a

I believe in the roar of the river

meter, he was working un

As it dashes from high cascade; I believe in the cry of the tempest 'Mid the thunder's cannonade. I believe in the light of shining stars.

der the stack when the soot

habit

with

Doc

and

the

story

always remains

the

same.

Julius Zempel seems to have difficulties in making his working trousers wear out in more than one place.

Since Julius doesn't work on a swivel chair, there

I believe in the sun and the moon;

I believe in the flash of lightning, I believe in the nightbird's croon. I believe in the rock and sod, For in all of these appeareth clear The handiwork of God.

half tobacco and half matches, and the matches are hard on trouser seats.

Santimo's story, but

the boys in the shop give Louis Dambra credit for saving Ben's life when he found a weak spot

and rust struck. John doesn't get angry, but he was thoroughly aroused when he came out of the debris. We know he took a

shower to wash up and not to cool off.

—Anon.

The the

must be one answer to his

problem. He smokes a pipe. A pipe smoker uses

We haven't heard Ben

with his calipers and micro

When evening's shadows fade.

pessimist says

increase in

new

that cars

and decrease in gardens is either a sign of de spair or an indication of prosperity. We didn't ask him what his political affiliations were. Wm. Wischnefski and Herman Hopp, in com

pany with their wives, went out for a joy ride in Flerman's car to take in the beauties of nature

ers and what not. Harry Boutin had his car to the fender bumper's shop after an encounter with a fire hydrant and was using a new Olds meanwhile. From Harry's contented look, we

during this pleasant springtime. In choosing a route off the beaten path in order to see nature in the raw, they came upon a sizeable water hole in the road, but not so dangerous looking as to cause any difficulties. However, when half way through the pond, the trusty car coughed, jerked and then stopped. Off came the male shoes and socks, up the trouser legs, and then

wonder if he will take the V-8 back or not.

an effort to push. No success! Of course the wo

You have heard the story of how the Ameri can Indians put a fish in each hill of corn as they

their shoes

in the ice at Lake Mae. What a cold bath some

of these boys take!

Fire hydrants are certainly hard on car fend

men couldn't

remain marooned and also

and stockings, so all four

ruin

waded

ashore. Bill and Herman reverted to childhood

"j J

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days, walking a distance in bare feet to seek the aid of a farmer and his team. They didn't take their plight seriously and had a good time laugh

ing off the experience. Llla Reiuke

saw Mr. Clymer riding with him that same day, but didn't see him the next day, so it must have been a "hard rider".

Alva Meyers is the boy who brings in the real

and her mother took a

trip to

ones. Mis latest catch was a seven and one-half

Chicago and Detroit recently, had a good time,

Ella.

pound rainbow trout. Alva just led his catch into shallow water, jumped in and brought the big one to shore with a bear hug. lie didn't slop until he was fifty feet from the water.

Neil (Hosser can hardly wait until June 25th for those frequent trips to Lake Avalon to catch

A. L. Kowalske: "Bring down a quart of milk every morning to iued the family, Bill."

and now Ella is back on the job. That was a good box of candv the office folks received from vou,

those big pike.

Wm. Trapp went fishing on the North Branch with a party of friends, and one fish cost some thing like six dollars. When one hears such a

story, you know that the fish fast that fishermen

n't

have

the did

were biting SO

Bill Heller: "What family?" A. L. Kowalske: "A new family of kittens in the shop."

We always hear about Adolph Radka knowing where and how to get the

Y

time

trout, but his seven year old son says, "I caught three

to count their catch, and the result—one too many—a game warden — six dollars.

Art.

Speaking of Iis h ing , o r weren't

Getzin-

hear

to

( IT i s

press her idea sub

ject). Anyway, Art

has

trout.

You

don't have to take his word for it either; h e has the

wife didn't ex the

Ed.

when it comes

raising young

on

that

Radka is high p pint man

more t h a n

sters.

w e ?

\\ ell, anyway, speaking of f i s b i n g , we

gcr claims that raising m in nows is trouble

and dad

didn't get any."

proof.

con

gets

What most

of

verted the pond

us

though

in

the

fact

his

garden

sunken

to

minnow

so all

a

farm,

of you

fishermen

Jack and Ted Rose, sons of Frank Hose of the Transportation Departmeat, out tor si catch of fish on the Ocqneoc Kiver.

will

know where to get this season's bait. While passing "Happy" Hopp's farm, we saw "Happy" with his car and trailer attached out in the field backing here, there and everywhere.

We found out later that "Happy" was practic ing up so lie- could handle the new trailer trucks

on the stripping jobs.

"Happy" is not going to

let anything new work him out of a job by not knowing how to run things. Lrwin Joppich says that the reason he never fishes trout is because Ed. Radka brings over a

few quite often. Julius came to work one day with an antique Lodge coupe, but a few hours later he was seen walking. "Boy, she's a hard rider!" was Julius' answer when asked whv he was walking. We

Ed. is retive

is

that

so sec a bout

h is

fishing

grounds.

As a matter of record, we may state that "Nig" Joppich is the fellow who carries away the hon ors for second place at trout fishing. However, "Xig" has to admit that his wife is a close con tender for that position.

Ernie Adrian informs us that he is

willing

enough to throw a party now and then at his cottage on Lake Nettie, but he insists that the guests bring the beer. That's fair enough, Ernie. When do we start ?

Al. Hopp and Frank Reiuke paid the Detroit Tigers a visit over Memorial Day. and the Tig ers lost three straight to the St. Louis Browns. The same Tigers lost a World Series that Reiu

ke attended: they better pay Frank to remain home by the radio.

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Page 922 Wanted—A shaving for tooth paste. "Nig" to back any effort to tion, for he finds that

cream that may be used Joppich should be willing produce such a combina shaving cream is not the

best thing in the world to use on his teeth.

"Mike" Johnson and "Fuzzy" Dullack were mighty disappointed this spring when the Con servation Department closed the Cheboygan dam to fishing. They are both in favor of a re turn to the good old times.

When Harry Meharg has to face a siege of

good-natured razzing about the old bus, he can always find refuge in telling about the fine fin ish it has. In Harry's estimation there is noth

ing like a good coat of fence paint to give a car that coveted lustre.

It is believed in some quartets that if Office

been a

successful

erv filling station.

Otto Zemple says that when mosquitoes push and pull each other through your screens every

night, you haven't much chance for protection. "Give a man enough rope and he'll hang him self" according to the old saying. However, il works differently with Art Voigt's dog. Art had his flog tied to a clothes line in the back yard with a short lead, and the dog nearly hung him self over the fence around Art's

garden.

Fred Horn tells his neighbors

to be prepared for a lot of noise around his house this Fourth of

on assorted glassware.

July as he has ordered plenty of fireworks for his youngsters. We'll be hearing you-, Fred.

Louis Dambra: "Is that salve strong enough to do anygood ?"

Meharg:

"Say,

Ted I'erdike says that there

it'll

will

take that knuckle right off of

lots of racket

around

won't be

fireworks. He is buying a lew tame rabbits ami is turning his

Al. Roehmer finds that Harry Meharg needs an occasional

hounds loose.

lecture on pedestrian safety. have been

be

his home too, but it

va."

There

it

Eya Dambra gets more miles per gallon out of her new "buggy" than any of these car sales men would care to guarantee. She has already pedaled four hundred miles and has passed ev-

Manager Henley supplies the flowers, the girls at the office ought to furnish their own vas es. At the present time the chemistry lab. is running low-

Harry

weekend for one car. as

didn't want to return home, retracing some eighty miles ul" road before being turned around by the contented but somewhat sleepy ladies.

Nowadays

when

you

see

Flank Richards going out with

so many

army planes flying around here

his brief case, it's hard to deter

in formation that even some of

mine if he is selling insurance or campaining for some politi

the sea gulls at the slip have taken up formation flying.

Fred

Bradley and bis

wife

have been showing the Junior Birdmen a thing or two about building attractive models. Their little planes have greatly enhanced the model exhibit at the High School.

Bert Smith's LullabyFour nice mud guards Four wheel brakes, Four slick snubbers when she shakes.

Eight new pistons Eight plugs too.

cal office.

"Daddy" Ruell

has tried ev

erything under the sun but playing golf, and if it ever warms up. he says he

will try the old

"Scotch" game.

Les Raymond is still a bachelor, but with that new Chevy two-door sedan, it's going to be hard for Les to keep his present rating. Who knows but what our next issue of "Screenings" might carry the name of Raymond in the marriage column. Les was married to the game of golf, but divorced it recently.

Two wide doors to come out through.

Two bright lights, how she shines. Two more payments—then she's mine.

We noticed that Louis Roski

made a quick

trade on a new car. He said he had to do it be

fore the fenders on the old Chevy dropped off It might have been a coincidence that most of onr office girls journeyed to southern Michigan over Decoration Day. Edythe Shirtum. Ida Kreft. Ardis Hopp and Claire Heller left here

completely.

with snappy clothes and beaming faces. We were glad to see them safely return. It must have

fit at Lake Mae. They could do some real Avork landscaping the beach and grounds.

Llowske. Sautimo and Dambra wish they had No. 37 shovel. No. 9 shovel and the burning out

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have you believe,—unless he's talking politics. He takes his work seriously and is keenly inter ested in accident prevention. His hobbies are good automobiles, reading, bridge and spitzer. He has given up fishing, and we do believe he MAY??? take up golf. Last month's Guess Who atop the load of logs

Guess Who?

was none other than Robert Victor Kroll. We hear that Orville 1Median is the Babe Ruth of the Hawks Ball Team.

"Slim" I'aulley is the star pitcher for the Bel knap nine, lie lost his first start though against ihe hard-hitting Ocqueoc team. bred Bade keeps in practice for the herringseason by going out and catching a bushel of bullheads now and then.

Bruce Mc\ eigh has gone in for physical cul ture. He has been seen carrying around sixty

pounds of babbit in bis tool kit to keep his mus cles in shape. These days it's seldom we run into a fellow who has made any startling catch in our trout streams. Our most

ardent

fishermen

tell

tales

of mosquitoes and fly bites instead of stories of

"Chum" Raymond offers to take anyone fish ing and guarantees the fish if they buy five gal lons of gas and bring along the refreshments. This is not a racket with "Chum"—he just wauls company.

how they intrigued the wiley trout into taking ilieir fly or bait. Back in the horse and buggy days, before the

t=>We Welcome The New Arrivals^*

onslaught of the automobile, the fish had a bet

ter chance of growing up to legal size, and many of them grew up to be real grand-dads. Q| course even now one of these fellows slips by and becomes a real Trojan. Naturally this usual ly calls for a picture, and the fellow in the center of the above picture provided the occasion for the

"Births

picture, which gives us our Guess Who for this issue. Of course we all know the fellow on the

right. O. A. Schmekel. now Safety Commission er of Port Huron, who has probably covered more miles along the trout streams in Presque Isle County than anyone else. The fellow on the left was quite a fisherman loo back in those

days, and seems quite on his dignity- displaying this 39 inch rainbow.

Born in Rogers City, he spent much of his S] are lime in the woods hunting, fishing and cruising. He graduated from our High School and later from the University of Michigan. He has been with this company since August 25, 1919. although he had worked here during vaca tion in 1913. Really we want yon to do a little guessing and therefore cannot tell yon much

Newcomers to our employees' homes are: Joyce Marie to Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Modrzynski on May 6, 1936. Air. Modrzyuski is an employee of the Shovel Department. Margaret Jeanne to Mr. and Mrs. Frank Ware

on May 30, 1936. Mr. Ware is an employee of the Electrical Department. Ronald Louis to Mr. and Mrs. Louis Voda Jr. on March 23, 1936. Mr. Voda is employed by the Bradley Transportation Company. Richard Lee to Mr. ami Mrs. Guy llalligau on April 18. 1936. Mr. llalligau is an employee of the Machine Shop. Frank Raffaelle to Mr. and Mrs. Frank .Rubio

on May 31. 1936. Mr. Rubio is employed in the

more about this fellow. It has been our privilege

Track Department.

to have had him as a companion during school days at Rogers City- and Ferris Institute, as well as during our time with this company. He's a congenial fellow, pleasant to be with, and not nearly as serious as this picture would

on June 2. 1936. Mr. Delinke is employed in the Electrical Department. Leo, to Mrs. Frank Dtirecki on April 8, 1936. Hearty congratulations to the parents of these new arrivals by "Calcite Screenings."

F.mil Richard to Mr. and Mrs. Emil Debnke

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The Bradley Transportation Company Safety Meetings and Personal News Changes In The Personnel

steering, however the Captain still stuck to the

This issue of "Screenings" carries changes in the personnel of the forward end of some of our boat crews. This is occasioned by the absence of

ten became confusing since the words sounded so much alike. When working ship in a gale with the wind whistling through the rigging often the Helm was put the wrong way. To avoid this, someone (and he must have been a brave man), changed the word Larboard to Port, thus giv ing us two distinct words. During all these years ships were being constructed larger until it was impossible to manage them with the Helm alone

old orders of Starboard and Larboard. This of

Captain Wm. J. MacLean who has been granted a temporary leave of absence because of illness.

Captain Pearse is now on the Steamer CARL D. BRADLEY; Captain Malcolm MacLean is on the Steamer B. H. TAYLOR, and C. A. Thor-

sen

is now

Captain of

the

Steamer W. F.

WHITE.

so someone devised a windlass with tackles to

Another Tradition Passes Away

wheel on

pull the helm from side to side, and later, instead of just a crank to turn the windlass, they put a

There are many old traditions and practices of the sea that have been handed down to the

present day sailor. Some of them mere foolish superstitions. Many have become antiquated. One of these goes into the discard not later than Jan. 1st, 1937. It is the method used by the Pilot in giving orders to the wheelsman. For several hundred years these orders were given as Starboard and Port, depending on which di rection the Pilot wanted to turn.

No one knows positively when or where these words originated. However, the most plausible explanation dates back to the days of the old Vik ing ships, with their high projecting stems and a Gargoyle carved at the top. These ships were steered along by a long oar projecting over the stern and held in position by a becket secured

to a high stern post. This stern post was called the Steer Board, and since the oar was fastened on the right side, when the Captain wanted to

turn right, he called to the men at the steering oar, "HARD TO STEERBOARD" later changed to Starboard and the right side of the ship be came the starboard side.

When turning to the

left the order "HARD TO LARBOARD"

was

given and Larboard became the left side of the ship. When ships became too large to be managed with an oar, a board was fitted to the stern post

with hinges similar to those used by our fore fathers in hanging a barn door, however the hinges were not known by that name. The sock et was fastened to the sternpost or Gudgeon and was known as the Gudgeon bearing, the pin on

the hinge was fastened to the board and was called a pintle and the board became known as the rudder.

Now, to manage this affair, a stick was fastend to the top of this rudder and projected over the stern onto the ship. This became known as the helm. Now we had a different apparatus for

it and the

Helmsman

became the

Wheelsman, but still the old orders of Starboard and Port were used. Some of these Windlasses

were,so arranged that when the wheel was re volved to the right or clockwise, the helm was pulled to the right and the ship turned to the left. This was known to sailors as cross chains.

Later, when steamboats were invented, the navigator's bridge was put on the forward end and the wheel enclosed in a Pilot House. For no

good reason the cross chain method of steering still prevailed until some brave man took the in itiative and changed the arrangement so that when the wheel was turned to the right, the ship's head went in the same direction and be came known as straight chains. This practice did not become universal until a year ago when Congress passed a law making it mandatory on American ships. You don't have to be an "Old Timer" to recall

when on taking a berth as wheelsman you had

f

to ask the Mate if the vessel had straight or cross chains and on being informed, it was left to you to do the rest.

Perhaps you had just left a berth with cross chains and your new ship would have straight' chain. Sometimes it would be very difficult for a wheels'" an to decide just which way to turn the wheel on a given order. To illustrate this you can readily imagine what would occur if some automobile

manufacturers made their cars to

3! J

turn in the direction you turn the wheel and others made them so that the car would turn in

the opposite direction. Throughout this gradual and continual change, the same old orders continued to prevail. When the Pilot wanted to turn the ship to the right he gave the order to Port, if the ship was crossedchained you turned the wheel to the left or the port side, but if the ship was straight chain, the

J

Wheelsman turned the— (Continued on Page 931) i

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Bradley Transportation Company Crew List—1936 STEAMER

STEAMER

STEAMER

STEAMER

CARLD.BRADLEY

B. H. TAYLOR

JOHN G. MUNSON

W. F. WHITE

Master

F. F. Pearse

M. R. MacLean

Theo. Dahlburg

C. A. Thorson

Mate

L. A. Moll

D. E. Nauts

Francis Bacon

2nd Mate

Donald McLoud

Alfred Tyrell Gil Kemp

Clare Wade

Roland Bryan

3rd Mate

M. H. Haswell

Geo. Laveck

John Miller

Alex Malocha Carl D. Bowers

Wheelsman

Harry Menton

F. Wetherton

Wallace Soney

Wheelsman Wheelsman Watchman

Donald Langridge Gerald Haverstock Lester Gordon

Leo Capling C. Rudgers C. Gordon

Watchman

Lawson Macklem

H. Noble

Leo Centella Wm. Hornbacher Theo Strand Allen Strand

Watchman

John Phillips Louis Voda Jr.

M. Aderian

Louis Gregory

Ivan Lee

Theo. Werner

Edw. Streich

Elmer Piatt

J. Sucharski

Deck Watch Deck Watch Deck Watch Deck Hand

James Selke Richard Tulgetske Jack Christmas

L. Goulette

Wm. Rieger

Leon DePeudry Edwin Hoe ft • Donald Monroe

Clarence Mulka Gordon O'Toole

Deck Hand

Hilton Gould

Albert Schultz

James Lawrence

Deck Hand

Ford Winfield

A. Breckon

Chief Engineer 1st Asst. Eng. 2nd Asst. Eng.

John S. Sparre

T. Suttle

Louis Urban Arthur TJrdal

R. C. Buehler

H. Sloan

George Hoy

John Anderson J. E. Gatons

Wm. Shay

Robley Wilson

Steve Chibola

3rd Asst. Eng.

.v. P. Dwyer Ray Eyer Wm. Mooney

Wesley Bishop

Earl Schaeffer

Oiler

Russel Kowalske

W. Elfson

Frank Kelley

J. H. Nidy Everett Shay

Electrician

Oiler

Arthur Brunk

Tony Yarch

Joseph Buck

Oiler

Andrew Peterka

Wm. Wallace

Russel Tank Emmet Rose Mike Idalski Wm. Patchkowski

Leo Wedijewski Gerald Lynch

Gerald Tulgetske Karl Hagedorn

Fireman

Geo. M. Kerr

Walt Buza

Fireman

Edw. Torgenson

B. Pilarski

Fireman

Clifford Anderson

Chas. Thompson

Fireman

J. Neff (wiper)

Wm. Budnick

Lawrence Hanke

Fireman

E. Dwyer (handyman)

L. Smolinski

Elmer Jones

leT

John Hansen Lief Smevick

Jos. Rose

Fireman Coal Passer

J. Yarch J. Gardner

Ben Strzelecki

Wm. Schwertz

Coal Passer

Levern Bruder

Clarence Modrynski

Ed. Osick

Coal Passer

>r*

Herman Vogler

Ralph O'Toole Cap Akers

Wm. Joppich Archie Beebe

R. Caswell

Robert Lowe

Robert Monroe

Victor Rickle

Steward

Otto Sparre

Al. Goodreau

Chas. Lister

John Loho

2nd Cook

Louis Leveck

H. Haselhuhn

John Selke

Erich Schwertz

Porter

Frank Warwick

Ed. Schultz

Harold Fleming

Martin Joppich

Porter

Donald Dullack

Wilbert Bredow

Marvin Aderian

Alex Selke

Radio Opr. Conveyor Eng. Asst. Con.Eng.

O. K. Falor

Geo. Leveck Ed. Ehrke

John Esch James Lamb

Edw. Montaux

John Smolinski Clarence Curvin

Ed. Mulka

Victor Klee

Nathan Cadwell

Henry Herman

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Sir. Carl D. Bradley—Safety Meetings The first Safety Meeting of the season was called to order at seven I'. M.. May 19, 1930. Members present were as follows: Chairman. Clarence Thorsen; Secretary. (). K.

Falor; Ray Buehier, Otto Sparre. John Smolin ski. Jerry hloverstock, John Phillips, Louis Voda, Andrew I'eterka ami George Kerr.

Chairman Thorsen

requested Captain Mac-

Lean to say a few words to beginning official business. told us that he was pleased general for the season of

the meeting before Captain .MacLean with our record in 1935. This season

was completed with but one accident and except for that accident he had no fault to find with

operations last year, lie went on to say that he hoped we would have the same success this year. Chief Sparre then addressed the meeting lot a few minutes, asking us all to help the new

men wherever we could and especially requested

that everyone refrain from all forms ol practical joking—especially in connection with a new man. Chairman Thorsen now called the roll lor sug

gestions. As our organization was relatively new lor this season, most members said they were

not prepared to offer very much at this meeting. John Phillips advised that the wire used on the coal bunker hatches was becoming danger

ously unfit and Captain McLean advised that a new wire be obtained.

Louis Voda advised that the new deckhands

be watched until they have an opportunity to familiarize themselves with our methods and operations. John Smolinski recommended that no one at

tempt to use the ladder when it is not complete ly grounded on the dock.

*John Phillips advised the meeting that he

thought there should be a guard by the center elevator at the point where the inclined walk to the tunnel passes it. If a man were to fall here, there is considerable possibility that he might be caught by the elevator machinery. This will be investigated further and means devise 1 ;o

eliminate any hazard at this point. Captain MacLean added "his advice that all visitors should be

prohibited from using the forward conveyor loom stairways and walks, saying that if they wish to see the tunnel they should enter by she

cngineroom which is considerably less hazard ous.

Chief Sparre closed the meeting by reminding the men of the rule not to burn or cut any bulk heads or other structural members without first

receiving approval of either the Captain or him self. This ended the meeting for this mouth.

God must dearly love the fools, otherwise he would not have made so many of them.

The leader of the orchestra is always the man who has played second fiddle.

Personal Items We have new faces with us this spring and several of our older men are holding down new

and better jobs. We will try to list die changes lor the benefit of those interested. First of all. however, we take this opportunity for welcom

ing back Captain MacLean, who is enjoying the best health in recent years, lie has apparently survived a leap year in Florida reasonably un scathed.

Don't pray cream on Sunday and live on skim milk the rest of the week.

Members of our crew new to the Bradley, but from other boats, are as follows: Mark Maswell, third mate; Lawsoii Macklem. watchman: Hilton Could, deckwatch: Richard Tulgetske. deckwatch; Andrew I'eterka. oiler; Arthur Brunk, oiler; Louis Leveck, second cook. We welcome these men from our other boats

and extend greetings to the following men who

are newly employed in the B. T. Co.: William Mooney. third asst. engineer. Incidentally. Mr. Mooney's father happens to be Captain Mooney. who

is

master of

the Sir.

Prontenac of

the

Cleveland Cliffs Steamship Company; Ford Winfield, deckhand; James Xeff. wiper; Eugene Dwyer. repairman. Folks who never do any more than they get

paid for. never get paid for any more than they do.

We almost forgot to mention that Louis Voda is fourth mate this year. Louis thinks that one

of Captain Bill's cast off Captain's caps would lend the proper dignity to his position. Well, now—let's see. What's news? Oh. yes!

Don Langridge finally became a member of the "ball and chain" gang last winter. The ceremony

was perfor med New Year's Eve. Best of luck Don. While on the sub

ject, we may as well late the

re re

marriage of Jack Christ mas to his ex-wife. The event

occur-

r e d so in e t im e last winter. We

s i n c e r e 1y wish you the greatest pos

sible

happi-

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end of boom. The Chief Engineer advised that-

ness. Jack.

X

new grating has been ordered and repairs will

Everyone will be glad to know that Chief John

Sparrc's two children are now in the best of

health and spirits. They suffered from a siege *1

of scarlet fever last winter.

Hats off to Chief Sparre! He so balanced and trued up the blades of our propeller last winter that he has almost completely eliminated the au-

noving vibration so familiar here until this seas on! Now we ride faster and more comfortably—

not to mention the probable economy involved. Better Business Note—Ray Buehier is in the market for a new and different make of ear.

Str. B. H Taylor—Safety Meetings Date of Meeting. 6:40 p. m.. May 15. 1936. Present. Chris Swarts, chairman; Harry Sloan,

secretary ; and Captain Pearse, Ch. Lngr. Thos. Suttle. also Leo Capling, Lyle Goulette, Ed. F.hrke, William Wallace and Bernard Pilarski and other members of vessel's personnel not engag

be made as soon as possible,

Some planking had been placed on former

platform supporting channels to permit access to bulkhead. This practice was considered as be

ing unsafe, however. As occasion will

arise

when it will be necessary to work there, it was

thought it would foe practical and efficient to have the steel platform decking completely re place the old wooden plat form which has been removed.

In installing the new boom swinging equip ment, a new control panel has been erected in the boom hoist square, and although this is a

low voltage panel, proper action will lie taken to insure absolute safety from possible contact with panel. in lengthening boom it became necessary to remove one of the deck lights which are install ed for illuminating the deck. Because of the

boom swing wires being in this vicinity and the extensive area of darkness when the boom is

swung out. it will be necessarv to install a new

ed on duty.

light/

The meeting was called by the Master at 6:40 p. m. All members of vessel's personnel not on duty were present and Members for the ensuing-

that where cables cross the lore and aft string

season of 1936 were chosen as Committee mem

Consistent with

the above it was

proposed

ers at side of hatches, the plates be painted al uminum to attract the attention of one proceed

bers. They are listed above. Before continuing with the Safety Features

ing on deck.

of the meeting Captain Pearse brought to our

to investigate the condition of chain and toggle

attcntion his desire that all members of the ves sel conduct themselves in a clean, wholesome

support securing port lights when they are open.

manner, giving consideration to their personal

pairs if needed will lie immediately made.

ckanliness and neatness both on and off duty, bringing to our attention the fact that neat ap

The men in cargo hold assisting in discharg ing cargo shall try to work immediately abreast of one another so that the man operating Safety Switch will be enabled to keep a watchful eye

peal auce is a

valuable asset which is

given

much considci alion when the employer is con

sidering promotions. Citing this several incidents were illustrated which readily proved the psy chological effect resulting from the appearance of neatness and cleanliness.

The Chairman then cautioned the Committee

A

He shall make a report to the Chairman and re

on all.

The men

a eye

cy Signal Bells newly

installed in the tunnel.

These bells are required by law and to be rung in case of disaster only, and are controlled in the Pilot House, In the event of hearing bell, men

are to get on deck as soon as possible. Other Safety Suggestions were then request ed and those given are listed below. A section of the grating walk along the port side of boom had been considerably damaged du. ing reconstruction work and the men were

advised to use starboard walk in proceeding to

ere

again to keep

bility for their own, as well as the Safety of oth ers. All dangerous practices are to be checked dangerous nature. The men were then informed of the Emergen

older w

c all t i o ned

munbets to have full regard for their responsi

immediately and new members are to be shown why their practice is considered as being of a

member of the Committee was instructed

watchful

on new members, in struct them a n d direct them in ev

ery phase of their

work

that every per to r niance will be in a sale. s a n e a n d s

e

a

1i k e

m

a

n

-

man

ner.

No

other

s u bs t ance

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,

lor discussion was brought to the attention of

Committee and the meeting was adjourned.

one to continue it. Lie especially asked that the

Kecognilion id' faithful and diligent service was shown by the promotions given below:

Lester Bannon to Third Mate. Clare Rudgcrs Martin Adrian to

Herman Vogler to Deckwatch.

pline. boat and fire drills, ship sanitation and personal health. He stressed the former good

safety record of this Steamer and asked every

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Watchman.

Henry Hasel-

hulm to Second Cook, William Wallace to Oiler, Charles Thompson to Fireman. New members aboard the Taylor are Wesley Bishop. Third Asst. Kngr.; Edward Schultz. Waiter; Arthur Breckon and Albert Schultz, Seamen : William Budnick and Stanley Xowicke. Firemen; and

Laveru Brttder ami Robert Lowe. Coalpassers.

situation at the cook's coal bunker be looked in

to (coal rolling on deck), and asked that provis ion be made for hanging a shovel. This shall be attended to.

The Chairman took np the aspects of safety precautions to be observed on deck. Subjects in cluded tying up and letting go, pulling hatches off and on. cleaning up cargo hold, care about ladders, falls, rigging and keeping everything in its proper place to prevent falls from stumbling. The Secretary spoke on history of safety work and its obvious value. Cited statistics, took up the specific work of each committeeman and

We all join in wishing these men success in their new assignments and hope the new members

asked the crew, one and all. to be '"safety mind

will find us to be good and genial pals.

ed."

We see by the mail that our Steward is better known in outer circles as John Albert (ioodreau.

cibly evidenced by responses of various men call ed upon.

Leo Capling has joined our Spitzer League and is now a prominent contender for the boobic prize, but only we don't give prizes here. A radical is defined as being a person with courage enough to propose a change in the old '•stablished custom. Regardless of whether pro posal may result in better or worse, the man is defined as a radical. The word is generally used with reference to a political aspirant who de sires to introduce new ideas.

Recently all our

Amateur Musicians

were

That safety is a prime consideration was for

Leo DePudry requested that rules pertaining to ladders be strictly enforced.

John Sucharski asked that one step be install ed at entry into \'o. 28 hatch. Joe Rose noticed that deadlight hangings in fireman's cabin can be improved upon. Donald Monroe mentioned two loose connec

tions on d'dc machinery which will be remedied. Everett Shay and Alec Selke, from experience,

told of the rapidity with which accidents occur. Committeemen reported that, in the main, all safety appliances are in good order. Meeting adjourned at 8:15 ]>. m.

given an opportunity to demonstrate in our very

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original Amateur movement, and we must in

form you we did not have enough First Prizes to :>() around.

llerbie says, "Well boys, only about six more months and we will lie back in winter quarters." Lyle: Be careful Art and don't fall. Art: Well, if I fall. 1 don't want you to think it was intentional.

Str. W. F. White-Safety Meetings Present. Francis Bacon, Chairman; James E. Catons, Secretary; and lieinie Herman. Leo DePudry, Carl Hagedorn. Joe Rose. Alee Selke and

A; Jack Benny would say, "Here we are folks". Then again for some of the lads we might add Bill Childs' famous. "How-do Gals''. At any rate, we are all very glad to be back on the job and

antici

pate a s

u

c

fttl To

c

very e

s

s

-

season. our for-

m er

ship

mates a n d to our many friends i n

Rogers City

Wienieski, other members.

Proceedings of meeting on date above named

— (i r e e t -

ings!

were as follows:

The first Safety Meeting of the season aboard

the

Str. WHITE

was called to order

by the

Chairman at 7:00 p. m. Besides the Committee, Captain MacLean and

First of all we wish to

pay

tribute

most members of the crew off watch were in at

to

tendance. All men new to the Bradley Transpor tation Company were on hand. Captain MacLean addressed the meeting and spoke on general topics of Safety, ship disci-

fine

gentle

man

and

a

very

real master.

a

Ship The

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news of Captain "Bill's" probable retirement, made necessary by ill health, reaches us with a mixture of feeling. We are mighty sorry to see

full of inventions as Edison's ghost, while Hein ie still is the gallant knight to the fair sex.

him leave. He has been an inspiration and a mo

"Hell)! Hey, let me out!!" These words and a few of a more urgent nature reached the ears of a group of the fellows on deck. Investigation re

tivating force to many of us. The Old Man has tried to teach us all he knows, and with a smile

says. "It's up to you fellows from now on." To you, Sir, may you in your retirement find the

health and happiness you seek. This season the WHITE is under the very able command of Captain Malcolm MacLean, and we

are glad to say that he is looking very fit. Fran cis Bacon, the Irrepressible Bacon, is First Mate. Holland Bryan, Second Mate, and last but

least, Alex Malocha,

not

Rogers City's Pride and

Joy. Third Mate. In the after end. Chief Engineer Jack Ander

son, with a Florida sun-tan that is the envy and admiration of all aboard. James "Jimmy'' Gal ons, First Ass't. Engineer. Jim never changes—

he is always the same, dignified yet congenial. Steve Chibola, Second Ass't. also helped the Chief in keeping Florida's natives well fed, and is already counting the days until December. Boy! Florida must be a great place when the wind howls around Forty-Mile Point and the snow is twelve feet deep (in spots). J. Harold Nidy is Third Ass't. Engineer. Harold has been

pretty busy working or he probably would have given this writer a much needed lift in writing

up these personals. Among the new faces aboard, Gerald (V-8) Lynch. Gordon O'Toole, Russel Caswell, Ed. Osick and Victor Rickle. These men are on their

first season. We are glad to welcome them. Two of the boys fell under cupid's spell and

are now very much and very happily married. Harold Nidy and Archie Becbe. To them and their brides we offer our congratulations and wishes for a happy and successful future.

While on the subject of cupid, marriages, etc., we would like to bring to the attention of the Ro gers City belles the fact that we have aboard at least one handsome and very eligible voting man

—Mr. Rolland 0. Bryan ('not *0'Brian)." Thi; chap is not only young and handsome, but is quite a connoisseur of furs—fox for a specialty. We also have other young eligibles, so girls drop us a line for descriptions, photos, or any other desired

information.

Their

names

are

Russel.

Russel and Russel.

vealed that Ed. Streich had in some inexplicable manner locked himself in the paint locker. A couple of minor casualties—the bump on Leo DePudry's neck, Johnny Sucharski's bad eye, and Rolland Bryan's sore arm.

In closing, we would like to offer a sugges tion in an attempt to make the Personals just a hit different. We wanted to try it this time, but were unable to do so due to lack of time neces

sary to get the material together. next issue each member of the

original, signed article. We had in mind the pos sibility of conducting it in the manner of a "So They Say", or "The Man in the Street" column

where each one gives his opinion in answer to a certain question. However, this is merely a sug gestion. We are open for ideas, fellows, so let's

have your opinion. We have plenty of time to get together before the next issue of the "Screenings" and work Up something different. It may be only necessary to get a different re porter !!!

Str. John G Munson—Safety Meetings Late of Meeting. May 4th. 1936. Present. D. E. Nauts, Chairman: Geo. Hoy, Secretary; James Lamb. Conveyorman ; Theo dore Strand, Watchman;

Steward, claims .the Steamer WHITE has the "eatingest" crew and alongside of it the erst while BRADLEY crew is a bunch of "Fasting Faddists". Cheer up. Joe. it's a young crew and youth must be served (plenty).

Oiler, Michael Idalski, Stokermau : also all oth

er members of the crew aboard ship and not on watch.

Capt. Dahlburg opened the meeting, welcom ing all mem bers

of

the

crew.

stat

ing that he h o p e d a 11 members

of

the c r e w would con

tinue to tend all

at fu

ture

meet

ings,

as co

each m a n aboard the

ship was ne cessary to carry out

our m

Lest we forget our old friends

Heinie and

Maggie. As Jimmy Gatons says, Maggie is as

Hilton Gould, Deck

watch: Charles Lister. Steward: Joseph Buck,

operation of

"Smilin' Joe"—Joe Zoho, our genial and able

Here it is,

crew write an

e

He

Safety a

s

u

res.

then re

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the First Mate and First Ass't. Engineer a brief

report of the fitout meetings held at Cheboygan. A review of hatch and cable hazards were thor

oughly pointed out by Capt. Dahlburg. He fur ther mentioned that suggestions or new and safer methods of doing our work were always open to everyone present and not to the Com

make a much more satisfactory partner. Wanted: One piano accordian. Must look nice. for reasonable price. Also would like to have it play if possible.— Don Nauts. Str. Munson.

mittee members alone.

The Chief Engineer, Mr. fjrdal gave his views on Safety Measures, pointing out die dangers in engine room and boiler room. He warned conveyormen never to make repairs on the convey or mechanism while same was in operation. If

•. epairs were ever

necessary at the unloading

dock, stop the conveyors and pull the main switches as an added precaution. He also cau tioned stokermeu to always use check dampers when working fires back. The First Mate gave a talk on fire apparatus, demonstrating the new types of extinguishers we have this spring, and pointing out just where

and on what type of fires

each one should be

used.

Safety suggestions and ideas of

last season

A photograph by Emmet Rose of Cap Akers and Louis Urban cleaning coal out of the cargo hold at three in the morning, Gary, May 24th. Steward Charlie Lister has his troubles. His

new porter. Marvin Adrain. loses himself in the distant hills of Moltke every time the Munson passes Calcite. Then he most likely is to be found peeling strawberries or slicing his fingers.

were then reviewed for the beneift of new mem WHAT THEY SAY:—

bers of the crew.

Chairman then called on each member of the

crew from the various departments for reports of present dangers. A missing hand rail in the boiler room and a loose railing on the port tun

nel walk were reported which will be taken care of immediately.

There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at eight-thirty p. m.. with great hopes of making 1936 a banner year.

Personal Items Mrs. Theodore Dahlburg. Mrs. Arthur L'rdal

and Mrs. Robley Wilson visited the Munson at Sanduskv.

The firemen's

cabin, until recently a

good

spare for the coal bunker, is being remodeled like a pent-house. The job will be finished when the aluminum paint, that Slim Modr/.ynski mix ed with linseed oil, dries, probably sometime in November.

The engineers are ignorant cusses who seldom know their business. George Hoy states with undue satisfaction that the longer trips from Cleveland and Sandusky to Gary have enabled the after-crew to put the engine room in good

shape. Vet, about four inches from the bottom on the under side of the rail of the fantail stair

way, there are three and one-half square inches of tarnish.

A coal-passer on board aspires to a position with Arthur Murray. Twice lately lie has been

Bill llornbacher, would-be radio salesman: "Now this is a fine radio, see, and if it doesn't work, all yon need is ... "

Ted Werner, parading the streets of Sandus ky at the late hour of seven: "Vat 1 need is ecksh.un. Ach. give me some eckshnn !"

Ralph "Hopper" O'Toole. after four hours of sumping out Calcite's finest: "Bless this exceed

ingly unlovely position to which 1 have been ap pointed." Ted Strand, by popular assent the Munson's leading hair-grower, who after two weeks with a shaved and shining dome, has achieved a cross

between a cue and an eight-ball:

"Well, boys,

it's like this. see. All you've got to have is grit. you've sort of got to get behind it and push. T h e

o 1d

fight

-

Leo lella.

Ccnnoted

BwGood

pilot in and about

San

dusky: "It's very simple —-take

nine

ty-eight de grees a nd hold two

it for blocks,

Jd a

then proceed on e

block

d u e

west.

and a ft er proper pans-:

interrupted by an engineer while dancing with

for

a slantion. Some one should tell him that curves

lifter, steer a

a

Fog-

are now in style, and a small ventilator would

direct course

FOR A

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at forty-five. There you have it— a trip around the world."

Joe Buch, raconteur^and egg-stealer on the 10 to 2 watch: "Well, when I was on the Taylor in '27, we . . . or, no, was it the Taylor? No, it wasn't.

Well, when I was on the Robinson in

twenty-nine we . . . or, no. Yes, that's right, it was the Robinson. Well ..." This could go on forever.

>

Vic Klee, spitzer shark and otherwise inter ested in fish: "Who said there's one born every

minute? Why, in the Soo I went after rainbow with everything from a flicker to a boat-hook, and I'm still hungry."

Another Tradition Passes Away (Continued from Page 924)

wheel to the right or Starboard side and if he made no mistake he turned the wheel depending on the straight or cross arrangement and the ship turned to the left or port. This all sounds confusing and it was. Many accidents have been caused by this method. So after all these years a law has been passed where all ships will be controlled by what is known as straight chains, i. e., the ship's head will turn in the direction in which the wheel is

turned or the same as the automobile, and the

Al Strand, spokesman for discontented clams:

Pilot instead of saying Port when he wants to turn to the right will use the words "RIGHT

Wally Soney, on disagreeing with Ted (June 12, 1935, at 10:52:02 p. m.): "No." Mike Idalski, after popping off the safety

RUDDER" and when he wants to make a left

"Yes."

"

<

valve five times: "Quick, Henry, some cotton!

Mine ears detect the phlegmatic intonation of the Chief's approaching metatarsals (feet to you mugs)." John Esch, walking across the galley floor with a cup of coffee in his hand, advises the hur

rying porter thusly: "Take it easy. Don't rush, and watch where you're going. Then you won't have any accid ... oh!" It was at this point that coffee was spilled all over the floor and John

turn, instead of saying Starboard he will say, "LEFT RUDDER."

This rule is effective Jan. 1st, 1937, and for some of the old timers it may be a little hard to accustom themselves. However, in a short time the old method will become obsolete and forgot ten, and thus will pass another old tradition of the sea.

The only thing the writer does not understand is why the "Right Rudder," "Left Rudder" is used. It is his opinion that just plain "Right" or "Left" would be sufficient.

Esch.

P. S. The steward advises that John has been

annoying the crew lately with a fifty thousand watt harmonica.

Billy Rieger, after one month aboard a steam er: "Batten your hatches, mate, or I'll scim your scuppers and put a clove hitch about your bin nacles."

Johnny Miller, on being approached by the Screenings reporter: "I don't want my name in this. I don't know anything, see?" Benny Selke, as Bob Monroe demands a sec

ond helping of ice cream: "Why, sure; you can have all you want." This, my friends, is Utopia, and a good place to stop.

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A man is successful when he refuses to slander

even his enemies ; when he does not expect to get

paid for everything he does; when he does not wait until tomorrow to do the things he might

do today; when he is loyal to his employer and

f;

"No one profits from being wasteful. It doesn't add any money to your pay envelope. It doesn't make your work any easier. It costs your firm enormous sums of money, to the advantage of no one. It is a total loss, and absolutely no one is the gainer. "Wasting a few pennies worth of

supplies seems a petty thing to talk about. Spoiling a little material seems hardly worth mentioning. Wasting a few minutes in idleness seems quite unimportant. But add these little wastes—mul tiply them by the number of employees in our plant—and then by the number of days in the year—and it is quite astonishing how large the total. And yet, absolutely no one gains by this loss. In fact everyone loses—because everyone shares the burden when the cost of business is

high. "Let us cooperate to reduce this useless waste to a minimum. Waste can be reduced considerab

to his associates; when he intelligently cooper ates with others and is tolerant in thought and

ly simply by being fair and careful."

deed; when he

economically, physically and socially—results

studies constantly to

prepare

himself for a higher position financially and in

MORAL—One of the worst forms of waste— from accidents.

the estimation of his fellows. Cheerio!

Things are getting better. their pockets mended now.

Men are having

"There's a hole in one," said the golfer as he reached for his socks. ««•'

Waste And Safety

You can't fill a position until you are in a position to fill it. It often shows a fine command of language to say nothing.

Is the world all wrong? Reform yourself.

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We Are Advised the Following Crews Are Employed By the Waterways Navigation Company On These Ships Chartered By Them STEAMER

STEAMER

T. W. ROBINSON

CALCITE

Crossley McQuinn George Beck

C. A. Martin

Mate 2nd Mate

Roland Ursem

Walter Callum

Master

3rd Mate

Lester Bannon

Wm. Chain

Wheelsman

Oscar Miller

Bernard Lasch

Albert Hollman

Wheelsman

Norman Raymond

Wheelsman

Castle Haverstock

Geo. Traster

Watchman

Fred Beebe

Watchman

Howard Morrell

Virgil Beebe Alfred Jarvis

Watchman

Henry Kominski

Leo Kowalski

Deck Watch

Watson Malocha

Albert Hoeft

Deck Watch Deck Watch

Harry Piechan Stanley Idalski

Chas. Cook

Deck Hand

Louis Yarch

Russ Dahlburg

Deck Hand

Tom O'Connor

Chief Engineer 1st Asst. Eng. 2nd Asst. Eng.

Elmer Fleming Ralph Davidson Guy LaBounty C. T. Greenleaf

Norm. Henderson

Frank Berg

Eric Winters

Electrician

Wm. Kunner

Deck Hand

Chas. W. Vogler

John Bigelow Chas. Fredericks

3rd Asst. Eng.

Stewart Church

Ike Rauha

Oiler

James Frye

Sylv. Sobeck Stew Johnson August Quade

Oiler

Richard Haneckow

Oiler

Arthur McLennan

Fireman

John Lamb

Martin Sobeck

Fireman

Frank Kroesch

Rex O'Toole

Fireman

Albert Fink

Wm. Meharg

Fireman Fireman

Philip Musczynski Fred Johnson

Alphonso Schaedig

Keith MacDonald

Fireman-

Alfred Erkfitz

Steve Vacott

Coal Passer

Chas. Smith

Geo. Bellmore

Coal Passer

Rolland Tulgetske Stanley Gabrysiak

Glen Paradise

Coal Passer

Steward

Harold Lozen

2nd Cook

Wm. Kennefick

John Leonard Ralph Zemple

Porter

George Cook James Newman

Porter

Radio Opr. Conveyor Eng. Asst. Conveyor Eng.

Hector Besson

Earl LaLonde

Wm. Kunner

Del M. Sly Art H. Freitag

Lester Pines

Steve Centella

Andrew Nedeau

r)

Chris Swartz

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Reports of Ships of the Waterways Navigation Company Str. T W. Robinson—Safety Meetings The first Safety Meeting of the season was brought to order by Roland LTsem and the fol lowing members were appointed: Roland Ursem. Chairman; Stnart Church, Sec

retary; Pete Miller, Fred Beebe, Stanley Idalski, Frank Kroesch. Roland Tulgetske. James Frye, -

Lester Lines. Harold Lozen.

The meeting was opened by remarks from the Chairman that every man should report any thing he saw which in his opinion was not safe, and not wait until a Safety Meeting to do it. There arc several new men in th crew this sea

son, and they were warned by the Captain to be

careful in the cargo hold and not try to do as the old-timers do until thev are more familiar with the work. There have been a number of times where men

going into the hold for the clean up have taken tools down the ladder with them, and they were

warned against this and Cautioned to use a rope to lower down the tools.

The Chief made

the suggestion that

every

member of the crew consider himself a member

of the Safety Committee, and when he sees any one doing anything that is not in keeping with safe practices, to warn him. The crew were warned to do no work around the belts while thev were in motion, as a num

to store them is to be found. The wheelsmen were warned to stand to one

side when plugging in searchlights as sometimes there is an arc.

There are several deadlight chains and bars

missing, and this was brought to the attention of the Mate.

Examination of all rope was suggested, and any that was doubtful, to be discarded. Warning was given to use first aid kits even for the smallest scratches, and not to rub the

eye if a foreign particle was lodged in it. Meeting adjourned.

Str. Calcite—Safety Meetings Date of meeting, April 28th. 1936. I'resent, Walter Callam. Chairman; Norman

Henderson, Secretary ; and Leo Kowalski, Lloeft, Steve Vacoff and Quade, other members.

The meeting was called at 7 p. in. and a large attendance from the crew was present, The committee members were selected and all

members of the crew were asked to cooperate to make this a successful year as far as safety was concerned. Captain Martin was called on

and he explained to the crew the meaning of Safety First, not only on watch, but all the time while sailing season was on. lie cautioned the new men to take things easy and watch the old er men until they get familiar with the work and gear on the boat. He had one of the A. I'.'s dem onstrate the handling of a line on docks to the new deckhands, also suggested that an old hand

he sent in the cargo hold while cleaning up the

ber of accidents have happened that way. High Voltage was another subject brought up

cargo.

bv the Chief, and all persons warned to be carefill. The guard around the switchboard in the con veyor room is all adrift, and Mr. Kunner is to bolt it hack in place. The guard rail around the hopper house is broken, and Lester Pines was elected to repair

department practice safety first, last and always, and to report anything- that would further in

it.

t h e

Lester Pines made the suggestion that any

thing broken should be reported at once as it would save a lot of work and perhaps keep someone from getting hurt.

Chief Engineer Fredericks addressed the meet ing and cautioned not only the new members of the crew, but the old ones also, that men in his

crease the ef

ficiency the

oI

boat

in interest

of Traffic

of safety. The Lake Carriers Safe

ty Book was read by the

The cables were reported in bad condition. They have a tot of slivers on them and it was recommended that they be gone over with a burning torch. Also that beckets be installed

e a c h safety s u g g e stion

where they have been pulled out.

was

The lighting was reported poor in the cargo hold, and 100 watt

bulbs are to replace

those

burned out.

The hinges on the fire extinguisher door are broken off and are to be replaced by new.

chairman

The GOLDEN RULE

and

explain

ed and talk ed over.

Several new

The conk rises to remark that knives are not

m en f r o m other fleets were called on

a toy. and anyone not having business with them is to leave them alone as they are sharp, even though they do not look it. A more safe place

and explained the way safe ty was carried

DRIVE AS YOU WOULD HAVE OTHERS DRIVE

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out on those boats. Each member of the crew

was asked to keep safety in mind and to have a suggestion at the next meeting in May. Date of meeting, May 29th, 1936.

A Crtfrr ©n Hiizfe

Present, Walter Callam, Chairman; Norman Henderson, Secretary; and Leo Kowalski, Al

My dear Mitzie: Veil here ve are agin unt der vedder a liddle varmer, bud a fellow does nod know veder to let

bert Hoeft,

Steve Vacoff and August

Quade,

IBg Al £>c§na$ms

members of the committee, and all members of

der old lurnace go oud or nod for der summer

crew off-watch at the time.

for fear dot he vill freeze to death.

The meeting was called at seven p. m. on May 29th. A large attendance from the crew was had, including Captain Martin and Chief Engineer Charles Fredericks.

To begin with, Captain Martin complimented the crew in their efforts to promote safety

aboard ship at all times, since the beginning of the season.

First Officer Mr. Tyrrell also addressed the meeting in a general way. It was suggested that shovels and hoes being

used in handling cargoes be put away when not in use and not left lying around the deck, that the deck crew on watch see that this is exercis ed.

Another suggestion that lanterns be placed at cable where it

crosses the deck and at

blocks

where cables run thru, this to be looked after by deck watchmen on watch.

Suggestion: That a wooden safety block be made in case a man slips into harbor when mak

ing a landing. Block can be kept in readiness on the landing or dock side of the boat at all times. Suggestion: That all men and officers be cau tioned about the practice of coming up the lad der without using hands on ladder. Suggestion: That the last man out of cargo hold close scuttle at the ladder.

Suggestion: That the planking on landing un der after deck engines be renewed where rotten. This was mentioned in the meeting by First Officer Mr. Tyrrell who had noticed condition of same.

The meeting was adjourned at 7:45 p. m. The troubles of the oil industry bring to mind the colored preacher's sermon on "Is There a Hell?" "Bredren," he said, "de Lawd made de world round, like a ball. He make two axles

foh it to go round on, one at de nawth pole and one at de south Pole. And de Lawd put a lot ob oil and grease in de center ob de world to keep de axles well lubricated. ("Aniens" from the congregation.) And den a lot ob sinners dig wells in America, in Mexico, in Russia and in

Persia and steal de Lawd's oil and grease. And dem axles is gonna git hot. And den dat will be hell, bredren, dat will be hell."

One nice thing about the income tax is that they can't take anything unless you make some thing. Cleanliness compels order, and order compels efficiency.

Veil der champion fisherman of der booby prize class is at it agin. Who? Vhy George Jones of cours. Fished all last year unt nefer got vone fish unt dis year he iss avay ahead of der game, nefer got a bite so far, unless it vas from der New Jersy busards. Oh yes, here iss a hot vone frome Larson. If you do nod belief it veil youst try unt try to stick your thum in der hot ashfalt unt you vill find oud. Dave did unt he kept der recording an gle and slipeasy Heller bussy for about ten

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minutes.

Happy Halligan iss going around mit all der joy oud of his life since Penglase sent his old sidekick Half-a-Struck Felax oud to der shov

els. Der only ding dot kept Happy from being In der dumps vas der arrifal of a new Boilermaker at his house. You should see Ted Perdicke ven he dances.

Der odder night he very near put Sally Rand bud of business. I vill haf to suggest to der Safety Director dot he take up a collection unt get Ted a pair of suspenders, if nod for our sake bud for Safety's sake. Veil der gardners are at it agin unt by der amount of tomatos Domminick Mauti iss plant

ing dis spring der Plow-em-under

Gang could

nod haf got to him yed bud ven dey do it vill cost some money to curtail his crop. Oh yes Mitzie, if you haf anyding wrong mit

your dining room furniture, vhy don't go to der tooth carpenter bud youst ask Larson he knows how to remove dem youst by saying UROP unt oud dey come mit oud pain especially if dey are der store kind.

Say Mitzie you know that gullofer Harry Me harg veil I vas told his vife vas going to leaf him

dis summer if he didn't stop playing dat gullof game. So I says to Harry, "My boy I'm sorry for you very very much," unt Harry says "Yah! I shure am going to miss dat vumman." Veil it vill nod be long now unt den ve vill haf mud unt brain storms ven der politickers get into der campain unt vill tell us vot dey vill do for us if dey are elected unt all der time dey know dot dey vill give us a hornswogling all der time. Bud you know vot Barnum said about der public.

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Auf viedersehen

Schnopsie. Russel Pollock and Arnold Conley are grate ful to "Red" Lee for leaving his horseshoe pitch ing equipment at the old Second Street stand.

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He who plays fair in the strenuous game of life; who is clean of body, mind, and soul; who associates with honest men; who is cour

teous to friend and foe; who is too chivalrous to wound the feelings of others; and too sensi

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ble to lower his respect for himself; whose hopes and dreams are founded on the rock of determination; who looks you straight in the eye; who meets victory without boasting, defeat without bitterness, and all life with a smile; who loves his friend, his country, and his God is a gentleman.

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ADVANCE

PRINT.

ROOLRS

CITY.

MICH.

No Accident Honor Roll

Department, Foreman or Captain BLASTING CREWS

Theo. Haselhuhn

CARPENTER SHOP

Chas. Hoffman

DRILLS

Thomas Kelley

DRILLS

John Dembny

ELECTRICAL CREWS

Frank Reinke

MACHINE SHOP

William Heller

MILL

Adolph Sorgenfrei

MILL

Max Belmore

POWER HOUSE

Geo. C. Wing

SHOVELS

N. W. Pollock

TRACKS

John Modrynski

TRACKS

Peter Giovangnoria

TRANSPORTATION

C. C. Eldridge

TRANSPORTATION

Victor Koch

YARD

Julius Zemple

TUGS

Capt. Walter Peppier

BUFFALO PLANT DETROIT DOCK

STR. CARL D. BRADLEY STR. B. H. TAYLOR

Chief Frank Lamp C. W. Richards E. B. Metzen

Capt. F. F. Pearse Chief John Sparre Capt. M. R. MacLean Chief Thos. Suttle

STR. W. F. WHITE

STR. JOHN G. MUNSON

Capt. C. A. Thorsen Chief J. A. Anderson

Capt. Theo. Dahlburg Chief Arthur Urdal

Published monthly by the Michigan Limestone & Chemical Company, Rogers City, Michigan, in the interest oÂŁ Safety and Welfare.

The columns of "Calcite Screenings" are open to receive items of plant news, photographs, cartoons, safety suggestions and other items of general plant interest. Contributions will be welcomed from all employees. All such contributions should be received before the first of each month and should bear the name of the de

partment and the sender and should be addressed to the editor. Marine Issue

J. A. VALENTIN, Editor.

September, 1936

EDITORIALS

Employe Life Insurance Cost Reduced Twenty Percent

Locking The Barn Door Poor Way To Safety

Beginning our twenty-first year under a Group Life Insurance Plan, which has in the

who locked the barn door after his horse had

past been changed from time to time, we now. in accord with the following letter, find the cost of insurance to the employee reduced 20% below the cost during the past year. New York, July 28, 1936. To the Employes of the United Slates Steel Corporation and of its Subsidiary Companies:

We are all familiar with the story of the man been stolen. Naturally he was a little late with his precaution. The same thing is sometimes true regarding accidents. We wait for a man to

get hurt before anything is done about it, and, needless to say, you can't prevent an accident after it has happened. The best you can hope to do then is to try and prevent anyone else being hurt in the same manner.

ployees Group Life Insurance Plan" as issued

When a dangerous condition or a dangerous method of working comes to your attention,

May 25th, 1935, has today been modified to pro

RIGHT THEN is the time to take care of it.

You are advised that the "Offer under Em

vide that employee contribu

Don't put it off until you "can

tions for insurance in force on

get around to it," trusting to luck to get by without an ac

and after September 1st, 1936, shall be at the rate of sixty (60) cents per month for each one Thousand ($1,000.00) dollars of insurance, in stead of the previous charge of seventy-five (75) cents. By order of the Finance

cident. Even if it means a little

DON'T

getting

the

work-

PUT IT OFF.

than to cause an accident."

As an example, let us cite the case of the section

Steel Corporation,

Fore

man whose men left a pile of dirt

Geo. K. Leet,

lying

between

tracks

where men were constantly at work switching. During the

Secretary. will fecal]

in

done.

Remember the safely slogan: *'lt is better to cause a delay

Committee, United States

You

delay

the discus

sion of a year ago when we

night

were asked to

over the pile ami fell, breaking his ankle and narrowly escap

change from

our own plan of insurance to the more comprehensive plan of the United States Steel Cor

a pricelesspossession

a

switchman stumbled

ing from going under moving cars. The pile was removed the following morning, so, of

... keep it safe poration. There was reluctance on the part of some to make course, no one else stumbled this change at the higher cost. However, over it. but that didn't help the man injured the based on experience over the past few years previous night. with our limited plan, we found that the Or take the case of the foreman who permit possibility ol reduction in cost to the em ted his men to work without goggles because ployee was slower, partly because of the one man's had become broken and the other's smaller group. mislaid. It was a hurry-up job and the foreman With the above reduction of 20% becoming couldn't take time to get new goggles. As a re effective after but one year and two mouths of sult, one man spent the rest of his life wearing Operation, there is indication that joining the a glass eye. Following the accident, the fore plan for all the companies has worked more ben man checked up on all his men to see if all had eficially in proportion, than could have been ex goggles and in proper condition. He was just a pected of our previous limited plan. day late with his precaution. (continued on page ai->

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Boys Club Idea Originated With Plant Employees

The Right To Vote Great Personal Privilege

For the past year there has been considerable interest shown in the establishing of a boys' club in Rogers City. The first evidence of this in terest was that shown by the Employees' Com mittee, a number of whom canvassed most oi the plant employees for willingness to contrib ute to the support of such a club. Soon after

The other day we heard a fellow say that the trouble with cutting down government expenses is that nearly all expenses vote. Well, that's just

ward the Kiwauis Club, in looking for a proper

project to fulfill their objectives, started study

ing the possibility of a Boys1 Club in Rogers

We all have our inalien

The right to vote is not only a privilege, it is a duty, and people who have this right are the trustees of the country. In their hands is the welfare of the country's institutions and the se curity of their children's future.

In this country the people are sovereign.

City.

Representatives of various groups were taken to Alpena to observe the working of the club there.

someone's wise-crack.

able light to vote, which we should exercise.

Judge Smith and Mr. Wixon, boys' di-

If

the majority of the citizens do not care enough to vole for the kind of government they want, others will seize the opportunity to run it as they

rector of the Alpena Club, spoke before the Ki wauis Club at different times, pointing <Âťnt the

dictate.

need of such a club in communities such as this.

set up to give everyone the opportunity to pros per and provide greater opportunities for their children. Such opportunities

Costs of running such a club were studied with the conclusion that it was too

The American system of self-government was

big a project to be supported by only one small group like

are possible only through the

the Kiwauis Club. Therefore. it was decided to ask the whole

that were formed on the basis

that

village to cooperate in financ ing. The Board of Education was asked and agreed to fur

would be directed by a major ity of the citizens who are in telligently informed and en

nish rooms which are available

titled to vote, and of course do

in the grade building and to hire the boys' director as tru

vote.

ant officer, and to pay him the

will again have the privilege of voicing our opinions. There

operation of

the

the

institutions

country's

policies

At the elections this fall we

amount generally paid for tru ant officer. The village coun

will, no doubt, be considerable

cil was asked to and will con

pre-election propaganda spread

tribute to the support of the club. The Kiwauis Club has a

through speeches, the radio and the press. Some of this

fund of $400.00 to use for this

material will be an honest ef

work, and its members have agreed to contribute substan

and conditions, and some of it

tially.

fort to give the people Facts is quite likely to be just prom ises and vote-getting propa

And now that the fi

nancing is well started, the Ki wauis Club is about to ask the employees of the

.Michigan Limestone & Chemical Company, since they were the first to want a boys' club, and oth

ganda.

It will be well to inform and acquaint our

er individuals of the Village to contribute some

selves thoroughly on what is best for our coun try, our family and ourselves, and then vote as

thing to help pay the expenses of a Roys' Club

our conscious dictates.

program.

Anyone approached for subscription may well ask what is this Boys' Club program. The answer

is that any program to hold the interest of many of the boys of Rogers City must be very diversi

fied. The program would include supervised play in many games, instructions in many handi crafts such as carpentry, cabinet making, basket weaving, jig-saw. and lathe work. etc. There would be a period in the summer spent in camp ing. And there would be other activities to ab sorb the extra energy of our boys. This extra

energy is a real problem of our modern civiliza tion for there is not—

(outjuinraa on cage ht)

But vote!

Chaiily in its truest and best sense is love. It is that rational and constant affection which

makes one sacrifice himself for the good of oth ers. That will not only do no harm to his neigh

bor, but will strive to do him good, when it is within his power. Charity is more than the giving of alms to the needy. It is the ability to

see the good in others, to bear patiently with the faults and failings of others, being con scious of our own, in all humility. Charity is unselfish devotion to the persons or objects loved.

Put your troubles in a pocket with a hole in it.

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Pride Of The Right Sort Is To Be Complimented

Safety Calendar Contest To Try Your Talent Fifty dollars for name. Did you get any of it? Selection of the most descriptive name lor a safety picture meant the distribution of $50.00 in awards among 18 participants in the National Safety Council's June Safety Calendar Contest. First prize won $20.00, second prize $10.00, third prize $10.00, and 15 one dollar prizes. Wise crackers were given a chance to exploit their talent in the July Contest and a knowledge of traffic safety will determine the distribution of awards in the August Contest. There is still $200.00 to be distributed in the next four months. Why not try this competition.

The five hundred feet of new 30 foot concrete

paving between the time office and the mill of fice completes the final link in the thoroughfare from Rogers City to the plant and docks. In 1931 the much needed pavement to the plant and roads in the vicinity of the screen house and docks was laid. At this time run of

pit sand and Michigan Limestone coarse aggre gate was used.

completed paving is

proud as a peacock." And what was said then of George has been said many times of others who have taken pride in some accomplishment; and

why shouldn't individuals have a justifiable feel ing of elation over their honest endeavors? We believe they are to be complimented rather than censored.

We hear and read

considerable these

days

about Bride, its absence or loss. The past several years economic conditions have too often taken

the props from good, honest, conscientious peo

Concrete Paring Improves Plant Driveways

The recently

The other day we saw a fellow drive by with a new car, and our companion of the moment said. "There goes George with his new car. Gosh he's

built of

.Michigan Limestone aggregates entirely. The coarse aggregate is composed of Michigan State Highway specifications 10-A and 4-A for crush ed limestone combined with stone sand, our lat est product described in the Summer issue of

ple and left them floundering, indifferent and ir responsible. This is regrettable, and what can be done to rehabilitate these people is questionable. But there are those who have gone through the past several years in want and still retain their

ambitions, their self respect and their pride; Cer tainly this in itself, by comparison, is an achieve ment.

Achievement is generally worthy of pride, but the driver who races across the country in two hours less than the other fellow, and does it by taking chances and endangering the lives of oth ers, can hardly be proud of his actions. One can usually spot the fellow who takes

pride in his job and his work. His place is gen erally clean and well kept and you will find him

comparatively free from accidents. Yes, Pride can be considered a valuable attri

Calcite Screenings. Concrete was poured in fif ty foot sections fifteen feet wide, the center joint being connected with steel dowels and cork expansion joints one inch thick between the 50

bute. It is closely coupled with character and courtesy, and we all benefit by its practices. So if a fellow lifts his head a little in driving his new car down the street, invariably he is to be ap

ft. sections. This type of joint does not squeeze up out of the crack in extremely hot weather as does the old type ol felt and asphalt joint. Having no paving mixer available. Julius Zemple contrived his own paver by the com

plauded rather than censored.

bination of our old mix

er and suspended chute with the Molt tractor as

motive power. In

the

interest

of

safety, employees and visitors are requested not to consider the new

paving as a speedway, but

care

as past.

to

use

and

they

the

same

consideration

have

in

the Laying the Xew Concrete Pavement at the Plant.

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The (irlKillul inclliinl nl trav I on (hi* water was very laborious and erntle in (In- early flays <>f (lie

Ktf.\|ili:ins

five

1111:(•-~; • ••11

I'oars

aifi>.

<cy\adiaaL ChannsA Dn ^kifi±— Crreat Improvements In .Navigation And oalety JVleasures JDy Xv. C. o tanbrook

As we examine present day lake steamers, we are impressed by the progress which has been in

ip.au, they overran their dead reckoning time, r/.any an anxious hour was spent ii they arrived

One of the greatest improvements is in the

near their destination in a fog and could see no light or hear no bell. On a modern vessel the wheel and navigating

made in some directions and the lack of it others.

manner of navigating the ships. The older ves sels had open bridges, and the men on watch were exposed to all kinds of weather. They were guided by the magnetic compass and had to make allowances for deviations and local at

traction.

If they guessed right and after run

ning out their time, could see the light of the point for which they were bound, everything was fine; but, on the other hand. if. in spite ot a correctlv

set course

and

a careful

wheels-

instruments are housed in a steam heated en

closed pilot house.

Little reliance is placed on

the old magnetic compass, but the gyro compass is used almost exclusively as. being controlled by ihe earth's motion, it is not subject to error. In some of the vessels the course is kept aulomalliclnw:

The

•<»uein

.Mary"—The

by wience fur travel by son.

latest

development

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ically by a metal mike, and if because of incor rect allowance for wind and tide, the vessel does

not pick up her bearings at the right time, it is necessary only to check the bearing" of two or three suitably located radio beacon stations with their radio direction finder in order to know just exactly where they are, and set a new course accordingly. In addition to the improvement in navigating instruments, much has been accomplished in caretully laying out courses from one point to another so that vessels going in the same direc tion are in certain definite lanes which interfere

with other lanes of travel as little as possible. Where vessels have to navigate in the rivers or other restricted waters, much improvement has been made in lighting the channels, and

many of the channels have been straightened, widened and deepened. Much credit is due to the Lake Carriers' Asso

ciation in sponsoring many of these improve ments, but as in all safety work, while it is pos sible to eliminate many hazards by intelligent ap plication to the problem in hand, we are still de pendent on the human element in the last analy sis. Here again the Lake Carriers' Association has shown its progressiveness by training suit

Steamer

Wymnlcil(<•

«if (he

Wyandotte Transport at inn

Company, (he irrljjina! "unloader bunt," or tin- first to in- imiii ()r steel, in nmx—original size. >s<i feel long, 46 fool

Ileum. '£4 feel

deep.

ft. boats in an era of 450 ft. to 550 ft. boats were

certainly progressive and had keen vision for

future demands, as these thirty year old vessels still set the standard of operation today. The dimensions have been controlled to a large ex

tent by nature.

While many of the navigating

channels have been deepened, the cargo which our present vessels can carry is usually governed by the draft to which it can be loaded and still have enough water under the bottom to be safe, rather than by limitations in the size of the ves

ably recommended men from the various fleets in their winter schools so that they may pass

sel.

the U. S. Government examinations for licensed

cargoes more than to coal cargoes, which are

This applies particularly to ore and stone

usually restricted by the cubic capacity of the

officers and learn to navigate our steamers with intelligent care. This progress in instruments and planning and training of personnel is evidenced by the almost entire absence of major catastrophes on the lakes in recent years. Vety little increase has been made in the size of bulk freighters during the last three decades,

than the depth of water, but this only applied when it was not necessary to go through the rivers. Generally speaking, the depth of the channels controls the draft and, therefore, the.

and a modern steamer is still the standard 600 footer with the same dimensions as advanced de

moulded depth of the vessel. Congress recently passed a load line law which definitely states

sign of thirty years ago. namely, 580 ft. length of keel, CO ft. beam, 32 ft. moulded depth. The interests responsible for building the first ''>00

cargo hold. During periods of high water as in 1928 many cargoes were carried where the ca pacity of the holds was the limiting factor rather

Steamer Bradley of lite Bradley Transportation Compuny, the liirf;es( ami iiiiM

loader liral

flee!"—built

in

modern addition to I lie ••un

l'.'2«, size (i:58 feet

long, (ir> toot lieam, 38 feel deep.

0

inelies

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bow deep a given steamer may load, but this has had little effect on the customary loadingpractices of vessels of the 600 ft. class as these

The Henry Ford trnil

on

II

of the Ford Cinnpany. in the l)e-

Kiver; (he mosl

the

j;reut

lakes,

modern deNel

a

frequent

freighter in Service

visitor at

the

porl

of

Calcite.

newly established limits were not previously ex

steamers of 650 ft. x 75 ft. x 35 ft. might become

ceeded.

the standard vessel.

The moulded depth of the vessel influences the length to a great extent, although the usual ratio of length to depth has been exceeded in several cases. The maximum length to which a vessel may be built is also limited by restricted harbors and docking facilities. The beam of our bulk freighters is mostly influenced by the un loading rigs, but it would seem that the carry ing capacity of new vessels could be more read ily increased in this direction than in any other. We have several bulk freighters with 62 foot

During the thirty year period of building and operating the standard 600 footer, very little change has been made in the lines of the vessels

and their speed, and it would seem that some research toward developing a faster vessel with out too much loss in displacement or increase in horsepower might be profitable. Tests of var ious models should be made in

the new tank

now being installed by the I*. S. Navy. One development along this line which has re ceived favorable acceptance on the Lakes is the

perpendiculars with 33 ft. moulded depth. It would seem that under present conditions a ves sel 615 ft. x 70 ft. x 33 ft. would not be imprac tical, and with improvements in harbors and if

streamline rudder which, when installed on ex isting vessels, has increased their speed as much as one-third of a mile per hour without any in crease in coal consumption. This leaves one wondering if we are not passing up a good op portunity by not investigating the lines as ap

control

the

plied particularly to our Great Lakes type ot

other lakes similar to Soo locks controlling the water level in Lake Superior, Great Lakes

vessel more thoroughly than has been done up to the present.

beams, two with 65 ft., and one with 70 foot. The longest bulk freighter is 615 feet between

water works were established

in

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One of the radical changes in lake shipping is the development of the self unloader boat. Most

change was first made in our Steamer "White"

of the iron ore has to be delivered to a few def

owing to the material sliding back on the belt if too great an angle of elevation is used, it is necessary to start the slope further aft than with a pan conveyor with resulting loss of cubic in the No. 1 cargo hold. The licit conveyor has proved itself more practical, however, and

inite points, and if unloading rigs placed in the docks can be kept busy without unduly delaying

the steamers, they are probably economically sound.

In the case of stone and coal cargoes, these mostly go to docks where unloading rigs would

handle comparatively few tons per year, and if the size of the unloading rigs is kepi small, the

steamers are greatly delayed in unloading. This has led to the development of the self unloader boat, which type has been gradually encroaching into the bulk freight field to the ex tent that many of this type have been converted into self unloaders.

The first self unloader was

and was the subject of much controversy, as

all the later self unloaders have been equipped with belts in the tunnel. Except for changes in size and speed, the center elevator and boom conveyor have remained much the same as the original "Wyandotte." The early conveyors were diiven by steam engines located forward, but starting with our Str. "John (i. Munson" in 1917, the conveyors were motor driven with a turbo

generator prime mover installed in the engine

put into service in 1908, and while there were

room aft.

only eleven in 1923, there are now some forty self unloading steamers operating on the lakes.

freighters which would normally have been laid

The first steamer to be designed and built as a self unloader was the Steamer "'Wyandotte"

in 1908.

This vessel was 285 ft. between -per

pendiculars, 45 ft. beam, 24 ft. moulded depth with a carrying capacity of .3300 short tons at 15 ft. draft. This steamer was later lengthened to 346 ft. and she is still giving a good account of herself after 29 years of operation.

The early self unloader boats 1908-1916 gen erally used the same type of conveyor equip

Of recent years, several standard type bulk up have been converted into self unloaders and

put into profitable operation in the stone and coal business. These vessels follow the general arrangement of our own

steamers.

Another

type of conversion job is the one with the scrap er conveyors in the bold for which it is claimed

that it costs less to convert and provides more cubic in the cargo holds but has the disadvantage that it takes longer to unload. In the Engine Room and Boiler Room of the

ment as used in the "Wyandotte." The gates under the hoppers in the cargo hold are of the hinged type and they chute the material onto

standard 600 ft., no major changes have been made as to type or size, the latest boats

pan conveyors in the tunnel.

65" x 42" with three Scotch boilers 8000_ sq. ft.

These tunnel con

veyors take the material forward and discharge to a combining chute discharging onto a center elevator of the bucket type. This elevator takes

having

triple

expansion engines

24)4", 40".

healing surface, 190 lbs. steam pressure, while steamers of thirty years ago had triple expansion

the material at a point just above the tank to])

engines 23yV\ 35". 63" x 42" with two Scotch boilers 6300 st|. ft. heating surface, 200 lbs. steam

and discharges it into a chute above the boom

pressure.

belt. The boom when swung outboard and top ped up discharges to a storage pile on the dock. This is the same system as we have on our Str. "Calcite."

The modern self unloaders use this same ar

rangement of unloading machinery with the ex ception that belt conveyors are now used in the tunnel in place of the pan conveyors. This

Because of the fact that we have fresh water

in the lakes suitable for boiler feed purposes, the jet condenser has been the popular type as there is less trouble with oil used to

the engine cylinders

lubricate

getting into the

boilers

The Steamer Soung of (he TomllnNon Transportation Company, a type of unloader lioal Converted ore lype heal, a frequent Calcite caller.

from

the

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When using raw lake water for boiler feed, there is necessarily much solid matter introduc

hold furnace. The "Bradley" is an excellent example of what can be done with under feed stokers, and the car ferries do equally well with chain grate stokers. Pulverized fuel has not been tried on lake vessels, but promises ex

ed into the boiler with the

cellent results if used in connection with a cor

when using a jet condenser than with the sur face type of condenser used on salt water ves sels.

water, which has

the Scotch boiler with its large easily accessible water spaces the standard boiler for lake ves

rectly designed furnace and boiler. Presuppos ing 600 lbs. 800 I'", steam, we would use a high speed turbine necessitating some means of

sels.

speed reducing, either electrical or gears, both

meant frequent boiler cleaning. This has made

The Scotch

boiler with its large

diameter

shell is strictly limited as to the pressure for which it can economically be

built so that at

pressure slightly below 200 lbs. it has become standard on the lakes and this has dictated the triple expansion engine. In the case of vessels designed for self-unloaders with motor drive conveyors necessitating the installation of a turbo generator, the electrify

ing of the main drive was a logical step. Having a turbine prime mover, it was desirable to take advantage of the better efficiency of high pres sure steam, and, therefore, to use water tube

of which methods have been successful. The ma

jority of the auxiliaries would undoubtedly be motor driven. As more modern machinery would decrease the cost of fuel per shaft horsepower, the most economical speed would be increased and this in turn might dictate twin screws, as

owing to restricted draft on the Great Lakes, ihe diameter of the propeller is limited and the maximum economical shaft horsepower of one propeller is about 4000. We are more immediately concerned, howev er, with increasing the economy of existing ves sels as the life of a steel hull under our condi

boilers and surface condensers.

tions exceeds thirty years unless it is made ob

Such an installation was first used on the lakes on our Steamer "T. W. Robinson" and later a similar but improved installation on our

solete because of size, speed, or for any other reason making it costly to operate. We usually

"Carl I). Bradley", Of course, turbo electric drive is applicable to vessels other than self un

good condition provided it has received proper

loaders, and successful installations have been made in the two car ferries "City of Saginaw" and "City of Flint". This use of high pressure, high temperature steam increases the fuel economy, but other at

tempts have been made to accomplish this pur

pose, notably in Diesel engine drives on the

"Benson Ford" and "Henry Ford II". This nec

essitates an ample supply of Diesel fuel oil at suitable loading or unloading ports. There have been no large lake steamers built since 1930. and it is reasonable to suppose that future construction will take advantage ol mod ern methods of fuel economy by using steam up

to 600 lbs. 800° F. generated in water tube boil ers. The ample coal fields adjacent to the lakes would seem to make coal the logical fuel, but

wilh cheap pipe-tee transportation of oil and the possible development of oil fields nearer at hand, this condition may

change. If oil becomes cheap and plentiful, we might look for a devel opment similar to that which has ta ken place on salt water, where the Diesel is supreme in the field of slowspeed freighters. If we are to continue the use ol

coal, we must take advantage of the economy of some mechanical meth od of firing, thus eliminating the type of labor used for hand firing, which method has been outmoded, even to as small a unit as a house

find a twenty to thirty year old vessel in very maintenance.

.Many suggestions have been made, such as

electrifying the auxiliaries, and while the differ ence in cost between electric and steam auxil

iaries can be justified in new construction, it is not good economy to scrap the old steam equip ment and substitute new

motor driven equip

ment for the remaining ten or fifteen years of the expected life of the vessel. Several attempts have been made to install stokers in connection with existing boilers, and while this does not present much difficulty in connection with water tube boilers, the applica tion to Scotch boilers with their restricted fur nace volume is another matter.

Several attempts have been made to meet this

problem, the stokers on our "John 0. Munson" The Steamer William IHeksun „( the L'lttttblirgll Steam

ship

Ciimpnny. an

engines.

ore

type

earrier

with

reeiproea.iiiK

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meeting these conditions quite reasonably well. The treating of boiler feedwater has been greatly improved in recent years, and no diffi culty should be experienced in keeping water tube boilers clean under these modern conditions

of water treatment. When Scotch boilered boats

become due for reboilcring, the substitution of water-tube boilers with well designed furnace and suitable stoker would seem to be justified. Pulverized fuel has been suggested for Scotch boilers, and while the boiler efficiency would un doubtedly be greatly improved, the cost of ill s'allation and operation leaves the question of

the dollar economy somewhat open to question. This field of modernizing present vessels is quite limited, and while there have been many minor improvements,

the sum total of

would perhaps increase the fuel

these

economy only

some five percent. We can expect, then, any lake vessels built within the next few years will be larger than the present standard, and equipped with avail able modern machinery. Such a vessel would

show a twenty-five percent better fuel economy and would carry cargo at a per ton cost of twen ty-five percent below the cost per ton now made by a standard 600 footer.

Boys Club Idea Originated With Plant Employees Continued from page 94o enough necessary work at home or elsewhere to

absorb it. With an active Boys' Club in Rogers City, parents may be sure that while there the

boys will be under the guidance of a young man of excellent character trained for that work.

This Boys' Director has not been chosen yet

for the organizing club directors have only re cently been appointed. This temporary govern ing group is composed of:

Mr. Fred Fisch, representing the Board of Ed ucation.

Mr. Arnold Nagel, representing the Employees of Michigan Limestone & Chemical Co.

Mr. Sam Jackson, representing the Village Council.

Mr. Peter Brackman, representing the Busi ness Men and rest of the Village.

Messrs. Munson, Vogelheim,

Rutledge, and

Storms representing the Kiwanis Club. The president of the Kiwanis Club is also to be member of this Board of Directors.

It is planned that each individual or group con

Highway Deaths Nearing Higher Record A warning that the nation is headed for an other all-time "record of slaughter" on its high ways was recently sounded by the National Safe ty Council as it released figures showing July to be the third successive month with more fatali

ties than corresponding periods last year. There were 3,180 traffic deaths last month, three percent more than the 3,090 for July, 1935. July's total brought the aggregate for seven months of the year to 18,560. This was only two per cent under the aggregate of 18,980 for the same period in 1935, a year in which motor deaths reached an all-time high mark of 37,000. The trend is most alarming because we have yet to pass through those months which in for mer years produced the largest number of traf fic accidents and deaths.

True, there is little we can do for those unfor tunates who have been victims of accidents in

the past. They are gone. We can do much, how ever, if we will drive courteously and become

safety-minded, particularly when on the high way.

If we will but think, highway accidents in our own section of the state a few years ago were comparatively rare, but this year they have be come quite numerous. It might be well when we start out in our car to reflect a moment on

just how safe we are. Certainly the chances on

getting back without a mishap have been greatly reduced.

Learn from your mistakes, but don't cry over them. We best redeem the past by forgetting it. —Elbert Hubbard.

What a different world this would be if we

used our eyes to see the best in others, and en couraged others by speaking of it. An efficient wife always tries to combine two jobs in one: for example, if she's angry at her husband she goes on a strict diet; and the harder

she diets the more furious she gets.

Locking The Barn Door Poor Way To Safety Continuedfrom Page 939 The time to prevent an accident is before it

happens. You can do this only by keeping a con stant look-out

for dangerous conditions

and

butions and is on a solid operating basis.

working methods, and correcting them when they come to your attention. If they require un usual attention, report them to your superior or to the Safety Department. Unless you are do ing this you are not doing your part in the pre

The majority of people are just as eager to do the right thing as you are.

vention of accidents. REMEMBER—The time to lock the door is while the horse is inside.

tributing to the support of the club shall have

a vote in board.

electing the

permanent governing

This election will be held at some time

after the club has received all necessary contri

barn

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By R. B. Henley Because it was well planned and well done,

stone oc Chemical Company, by E. B. Metzeu

and too, because of the part limestone played,

and the aggregate used was Calcite Limestone.

we take pride in the unusual feat of moving the 4.000.000 pound steeple of the Central Methodist Episcopal Church some thirty-three feet to make possible the widening of Woodward Avenue in

This part of the work proved to be so satisfac tory, both in the quality of the material and the prompt handling of same by the Metzen Ready-

Detroit.

This work took place about six weeks ago, when this church, erected more than 70 years

ago at the corner of Woodward Avenue- and Adams Avenue in Detroit, was moved.

The Bryant and Detwiler Company of De troit, who, in their thirty years of operation have

had many of the larger jobs, such as the J. L. Hudson Company, the Detroit Art Institute, as well as much of the work for the larger automo

bile companies, are general contractors lor this work. The officers of this Company are: Presi dent. W. A. Detwiler:

Vice-President, K. \Y.

Detwiler; Vice-President, C. M. Reick; Secre

tary-Treasurer, John Bryant: and Chief Estima tor and Purchasing Agent, E. E. Coveny. Bryant and Detwiler Company have been us ers of Calcite Limestone on most of their De

troit jobs in the last few years. As is usual, sections of the work on jobs like these are sublet, and the actual moving in this

case was done by the Detroit Underpinning & Shoring Co., of which Mr. Carl F. Henrichsen is President: and Mr. Carl A. Johnson is SecretaryTreasurer: both veterans at this kind of work.

Something of the procedure was learned from

the newspaper reports of the work involved. Mr. Johnson of the Detroit Underpinning & Shoring Co.. explained that the procedure was simple in moving larger buildings greater dis tances, because it was only a matter of jacking

up the building, putting rollers under them, and rolling them into place. But this job presented a more complicated problem, as the structure was only 30" x 30' at the base, and 180' high. It is easy to realize this proportion, as comparative ly it is approximately the same height as the Screen House at Calcite, and hardly as

large at the base as an ordinary dwelling house. Further outline of the work indicates that, first

a twenty-six foot section of the church building proper had to be removed and the remaining portion shored and braced to prevent collapse. A thorough analysis of the soil conditions had to be made, and next a concrete mat 36" thick had

to be laid, which was to provide both the road way for moving the spire, as well as the new foundation.

The

concrete for

this work was furnished

from the Detroit Dock of the Michigan Lime

Mixed Trucks, that it is worthy of special com ment.

The network of steel railroad rails was then laid on the mat, these— cOonurawsd <•" Rage 9&-ii)

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and 1929, it was above 100%." Between 1929 and 1936 the cost of living has been lower than dur

ing the above time and reached a low point of 75% in 1933. Since 1933 it has gradually in creased to 85% at the present time. How close ly were you able to maintain this average? Let us follow the course of hourly wage rates for. the same period. This line is based on the wage rates in our own company only. In 1924 wage rates were increased by 10% and remained at that level until 1930. In 1931 wages were reduced 10%, and in 1932, 15%. In 1933 they were raised 15% back to the 1923 level, and in 1934 were raised twice to 25% above the 1923 level and have remained at 125% from 1933 to

the present time. This is higher by 15% than ever before paid by our company. Since wages are higher than ever before, why are we so concerned about living costs around payday? And this brings us to the cause—wage earning. Earnings are the product of hourly wage rates and the number of hours worked.

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stone shipped. When wage rates and production costs enable a company to sell its products lower than competitors, it is in position to secure more business. Increased shipments mean more hours work and increased wage earnings. On the other hand, when wage rates and production costs are so high that a company cannot compete

in price, that company fails to increase, and, pos sibly, will decrease production, and wage earn ings decrease accordingly. The final analysis of the chart shows us one

heartening fact.

The line denoting wage earn

ings is rising at a faster rate than the cost of

living line. With continued increased produc tion the wage earnings line should cross and go above the cost of living line in 1937.

Don't Let Yourself Grow Old Too Soon Age is merely an attitude. Think you are old, and you are quite apt to be. But think of the oldsters—virile, hearty and living with gusto— who have taught this generation how to fight hardening arteries and keep old age away. We have but to remember such men as Clem-

enceau, the "Tiger", indomitable to the last; Marshals, Jaffre and Foch. Thomas Edison, who died in 1931, aged eighty-four, produced world

benefactory inventions

when well past middle

what has been the course of wage earnings in our plant since 1923. In 1924 and 1925 earnings dropped below 100%. From 1926 to 1929, earn ings were fairly constant at about 108%. Dur ing the so-called great depression, employee earnings dropped to a low point of 25% as com pared to what might be called normal earnings.

age. President Mosaryk was head of the CzechoSlavakian Republic at eighty-four. And with us now are such men as Henry Ford; the Poet Tagore still busily conducting college, and the in defatigable George Bernard Shaw who, vigorous at seventy-four, recently circumnavigated the

We must remember, however, that at the same

gray-haired, sick and penniless, emerged from Receiving Hospital in Detroit six years ago and today, at the age of 71, enjoys a flourishing busi

time limestone shipments dropped to 11%. For tunately, the recovery in employee earnings has been rather rapid, increasing from 25% in 1932 to 75% in 1936, which is a greater rate than ship ments have been increased.

It is readily seen, then, that the relationship of earnings to living costs is affected by the num ber of

hours

worked.

The number of hours

worked depends directly upon the amount of

world. And then there is Robert Wilson who,

ness built up by his own energy because of a determination to earn his own living even though the cards seemed stacked against him. Do not all these vigorous personalities refute

triumphantly the condemnation we often hear of men over forty?

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On lliit. siih-:

Tin- Soiilli Chicago I'liml of the Mur-

Group: Mr. Bernard I.. MiNuliy. president of I In- Mnrlilclifiul i-linc Company; Thomas II. Palmer, wifely di

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rector, and Wallace Wtog, plant Buporlntendont.

Steamer w. I". White as she lies at the dock.

I.line Company, looking over the deck of Hie

_//2ÂŁ <^y\axuLEJiE.ad JjLw&z, Uomhanu-W ins Xvecognition In oalety Competition Not so man}' years ago the safety education ol an individual was obtained through "Mother" who remains today our greatest safety teacher. She it is who teaches us safety from our infancy

go, Illinois. Lining the year 1934 they suffered (>9 lost time accidents with one fatality, and early in ]935 Bernard L. McXully, President of

through our entire life with her. In the early days her training enabled the offspring to cope with the majority of the hazards of life, as ac

launched an intensive campaign to eliminate all accidents from their plants. Mr. Thomas H. Palmer was appointed General Safety Director, and Safety Committees were arranged in each of the several plants to survey

cidents didn't really begin to attract attention until man harnessed power to industry and

transportation.

Then people

were prone

to

blame them on the sacrilegious efforts of man in making use of these strange, formidable forces. This led to the adoption of accident pre vention and safety campaigns, and, contrary to

the Marblehead Lime Company, instituted and

situations and make recommendations.

Plant

Superintendents conducted various safetv con

tests and safety competition

was

organized

among the several plants of the company. Gen eral meetings were held in which representatives

some early propaganda, safety has not limited

from each plant were present. A monthly mag

man's endeavors: instead it has been a partner

azine called "Marblehead-Lites" was edited from

in progress, although the hazard had to be at times calamitous before the remedy was applied. Manv companies have instituted safety pro grams: some half hearledly and with more or less enthusiasm ; others in an earnest, conscien

the exchange of ideas and the offering of useful suggestions. In short, Mr. McNulty so organ ized the safety movement as a part of regular production that in a brief period everyone was carrying on for Safety as part of their job, with

tious endeavor to stamp out the pain and suffer ing with which accidents afflict human life, with

the result that in the first safety competition of the National Lime Association, sponsored by the

the result that substantial reductions have been

U. S. Bureau of Mines, two of the Marblehead

made in many leading industries. Usually the reductions are in line with sincerity with which the problem has been handled. A good many records have been made. Occa

Lime plants won certificates of honor in a group of 28 competing plants, truly a commendable ac complishment and one which speaks well of the management, and the morale and cooperation of

sionally there is an outstanding accomplishment

the men.

and this always warrants special comment.

In

The Quincy Lime Plant at Ouincy, Illinois,

the latter position we find the Marblehead Lime Companv with the enviable record established

won a certificate with 17,347 man hours of ex posure and no lost time accidents.

in 1935.' The Marblehead Lime Company have lime plants located in Hannibal, Missouri. Spring field, Missouri, Quincy, Illinois, and South Chica

The South Chicago plant is in charge of Supt. Wallace E. Wing who is energetic and safety conscious and possesses those qualities and char acteristics which men admire in a superior.

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The Safety Award program was held on Fri day afternoon, August 7th. The program con sisted of flag raising by the Illiana Post of the American Legion which was accompanied by their Bugle Corps, a band of youngsters in uni

form, who performed beautifully. This was fol lowed by Superintendent Wing who welcomed

was used. The boys who manned the levers are

certainly entitled to be proud of the job they did. Something of the risk involved in connection

with this job is realized when efforts were made to insure it against accident. The hazardous na ture of the job is indicated by the fact that only

Lloyds, of England, would underwrite accident

the visitors and thanked the organization for

insurance and refused to grant more than $50,-

their loyalty and the hearty support he has been given. Mr. Wing presented President McNulty who spoke of the records made by the several plants, took no acclaim for them unto himself, but passed it on to the men who were directly

000. An additional bond of $50,000 was under written by a group of companies in this country.

responsible. The certificate of award was presented by Paul Hatmaker of the National Lime Associa

tion, and received by Cecil Oden, an employee

representative. This was followed by a mes sage of appreciation from Thomas H. Palmer, Safety Director, upon whom rested much of the detail in organizing and promoting of the var ious safety programs. A. U. Miller of the U. S. Bureau of Mines,

spoke on "First Aid in Safety Work." His talk was very interestingly and humanly presented. The program was followed by refreshments and an inspection trip through the plant and Steamer W. F. WHITE which was unloading a cargo of Calcite limestone at the Marblehead Lime Company dock, after which the employee.} and their families enjoyed a picnic in a nearby park. It was a privilege deeply appreciated by the Editor to enjoy the hospitality and fellowship of the Marblehead people on this occasion, a group of men and women to whom we lift our hats in

recognition of a job well done and of whom we expect to hear more in safety accomplishments.

Limestone Goes To Church (Continued from page 948)

forming the track for moving the structure. The steel rollers supported a series of steel beams, forming the actual moving foundation. The placement of the steel rollers is an exact science, as the building had to be moved in two di rections in order to properly line up when it reached its final location. The import

ance of placing the rollers in work of this kind is realized more fully by Mr. Johnson's statement that there is no possibility of changing the rollers once they have started moving. It is of special interest to note that the tower was moved by man-power; this muscular power

being applied through steel bars which turned horizontal 3" steel screw jacks, which were placed against the moving base. It is stated that had mechanical power been used, the job might have taken only an hour, but

the risk of jerk in the application of mechanical power was too great, and therefore man-power

Figures Certainly Don't Tell A Lie An Irishman, working for a Dutchman, asked for an increase in pay. The Dutchman replied, "If you are worth it, I would be pleased to give it to you. Now let us see what you do in a year, Pat. We have 365 days in a year; you sleep

eight hours every day which makes 122 days you sleep. Taken from 365, leaves 243 days. Now you have eight hours recreation each day which makes 122 days, taken from 243 days leaves 121 days. You have 52 Sundays in a year which you have off, leaving you 69 days. You have 14 days vacation; take this off and you have 55 days left. You don't work Saturday af ternoons which makes 26 days a year. Take this off and you have 29 days left. Now Pat, you al low V/2 hours for meals which totals in a year

28 days. Take this off and you have one left. I always give you St. Patrick's Day off, so I ask you, Pat, are you entitled to a raise?" Pat then answered, "Well, what on earth have I been doing then?"

Schooners Not All Gone From Lakes Just about the time marine writers have fin ished their obituaries and last rites on "Our Son," which was acclaimed to have been the last of

the cargo-carrying sailing vessels, there appears in the Detroit River a three-master carrying a cargo of pulpwood from Quebec to Port Huron. This vessel is the J. T. WING and is owned by

Frank H. Piggott and J. T. Wing, Jr. who ex pect to use her in the summer for carrying wood and other cargo between ports and the Great Lakes and tributaries. During the winter they expect to keep the ship in the Detroit River for the use of boys living in the river district who are interested in sailing. The schooner was formerly the J. L. WEB

STER sailing out of Noank, Conn. She is mann ed by a crew of eight men under the command of Captain J. L. Larsen. The fellow who does a little more than he is

paid for, will soon be paid for a little more than he does.

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Tlie Garden, Of 1956 And Tlio.se Of Tie Future By R. B. Henley

In the earlier issues of Calcite Screenings this year, the tendency of these articles has been to ward the discussion of flower gardening. Based on the efforts of a number of people in the com

munity, this subject is probably of sufficient in terest to

continue

in

this

issue with another

phase of flower gardening.

suitable reinforcement of the pool, If the pool is built in the shape of a bowl with sloping sides, there need be little fear of ice damage. As far as the surface ledge is concerned, nothing is more beautiful than our own natural limestone,

especially that which readily breaks into slabs three or four inches thick.

The more showy, upright, tall flowers, recmiring on the whole, more care, such as dahlias and

gladioli, have a disadvantage over flowers that grow in water gardens. Under the term water gardening is included

the cultivation and grouping of aquatic or water side plants for the best effect. The value and advantage of water gardening lies in its ex

The safety feature in connection with water

gardens is worthy of comment, because the pools should be at least two feet deep, and there is a peculiar attraction in these for the younger chil dren ; so there is a danger. However, this can be very easily overcome by arranging supports in the pool for placing coarse screen wire, from two to four inch mesh, over the pool, and sub

treme ease of care and culture, and its adapta

merged under the water level to three to four

bility to different kinds of gardens. Water gar dens may vary from the small tub gardens and artificial or natural brooks, to the large pools: but in every case they share the same joyful lack of weeding, cultivation and spraying. Proper construction in the first place, and as much sun as possible are the only demands. With these two matters taken care of, and by selecting suit able plants for the climate, water gardens are clelightful all summer long.

inches. This will allow the plants to come thru without

any

interference: it will not detract

from the beauty of the pool; and will be ample protection should a small child unfortunately lall into the pool.

The water required for a pool is no more than would be used on a garden of the same size, and

perhaps less; because it is only necessary to fill

water gardens much

the pool in the spring and to replenish the water as it evaporates. The planting can be as simple or as elaborate

literature is available, and helpful advice from neighbors already having these water gardens

as one desires. Not all water lilies are adapted to our climate, but the proof that many grow

On the construction of

is also readily available. In constructing a pool it should be made win-

terproof; but this need not be a drawback at all. as to do this simply means proper drainage and

here without any care at all, is shown in the fact

that many are found in swamps and pools thruout the surrounding country. The ordinary wa ter lilies will bloom all summer, and a pool six

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= Those Who Hare Passed Away <=• I'at MeGuire passed away on August 4, 1936, at the age of eighty-four years. Death

was

caused by apoplexy. Mr. McGuire was a for mer employee of the M. L. & C. Co. having re tired some years back. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. C. T. Skowronski and burial was in Rogers City Cemetery.

Mr. James Thompson of Sault Ste. Marie. Mich., died on July 29, 1936. Mr. Thompson was the father of Mrs. David Larson. Mr. Larson is

a Machine Shop employee. Michael Lamb, a past employee of the Lime stone Co.. died Aug. 24, 1930. He was 61 years of age. Rev. Malany of Alpena conducted the funeral services and burial was in Rogers City

Cemetery. Russell Lamb of the Tug Dept. is a son and Richard Lamb of the Power House is Although the Dahlia grown here is far from its or

iginal home in the mountains of Mexico, Central America and northern South America where the plants are near

ly always single flowered, the result of cultivation and propagation makes them one of our most showy flowers. Pictured above is May Newhouse. who is proud of the Dahlias grown at the home of her father, Captain Edgar Newhouse, on First Street.

feet wide will accommodate three or more ol

a brother.

"Calcite Screenings" extends sympathy to the friends and relatives of those who have gone.

Folks who never do any more than the)- are paid for, never get paid for anv more than they do.

them. The lilies come in many colors and shades; and for real interest, the tropical lilies may be grown, which also come in night blooming va

Safety Shoes Serve A Real Purpose

rieties.

If you have any inclination that safety shoes don't serve a purpose, ask John Burning. John

To make the pools additionally attractive, the centers may be built up of local water plants, such as ferns, many of the Buttercup family, and plants of the Cat-tail family, all of which grow very well locally. Next, as an added attraction, the pool can be wired and lighted for unusual evening display. There are readily obtainable many useful and economical appliances for this purpose.

For the person who does not care for the still ness of a pool, something attractive in the na ture of an artificial brook can be worked out.

Like the pool, it should be about two feet deep in spots, with pockets and ledges to hold the

plants. The water supply for a brook, of course, will be necessarily greater than for a pool, un less some arrangement is made to pump back the water to furnish the flow, and this might

prove to be too expensive and complicated. The result of a planting this year is shown in the accompanying photograph. Pete Ciovongnario built his first pool this year and with very little time and expense involved, his results were

has had experience. He and Walter Meyer, who also wears safety

shoes, were laying out a new road in the quarry the other day, and directly on the line on which the road was to be was a large stone. They called several more to help move the stone out of the

way. and with the aid of a pry, were making some progress when the pry slipped and the stone

rolled

on J o hn ' s foot. J ohn was held fast until the oth ers

could

lift

the stone off his shoe. The rather on the toe cap was cut. but

John's were

good

toes all

in

shape,

almost immediate. A visit to his home will fur nish an excellent idea of what can be clone with

and he is sure

little effort.

have been had he been wear-

li those interested in

further information on

this subject will advise the Editor of Calcite Screenings, suggestions, sketches and plans lor construction and planting will be furnished.

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Since the beginning, fish have been a palatable food for man. In the early days they were taken

and Louis, began fishing.

with spears and later gill, trap and submarine nets came into prominent use. The Indians used hooks, fashioned out of bone, for catching fish,

Wenzel Fish Company was organized, this com pany fishing principally gill nets for chubs. Their

and this method is in use today, although

boat was named the HAZEL.

the

hooks are of other materials and somewhat dif

ferently fashioned.

It is quite possible that fishing has been going tin in the vicinity of Rogers City ever since man lias inhabited this country. The first boat used in fishing from this port was probably a row boat; later sailboats were used. Then came the steam fishing tug with its steam driven net lifters. Later the gasoline, and more recently the Diesel engine. Reminiscing in the bye-gone days of the fish ing industry, some of our older townspeople re call the name of Fred Lincoln, perhaps the first to fish out of Rogers City in a sailboat. Others to follow were the Platz brothers and the Vo-

gclhcim brothers. The ELLEN GERTRUDE was the first steam

tug to fish out of this port. A few years later the steam tug FISHERMAN made her appear ance. She was first owned by Otto Bruder and later by Captain Joseph Valentin. However, the steam tug's life in this trade was a short one, as operating expenses, along with a decline in catch, made profit impossible. All of the above fishing had been done with gill nets; there was, however, a fishery just south of Grace Harbor known as (Jidardts Fish

ery where fishing was carried on with trap nets for trout and white fish. And in those clays stur geon six and

seven feet long

were caught in

these nets, and because there was no market for

them and they were ruinous to the nets, these fish were dragged out in the wilds and left to spoil. In 1909 the Wenzel brothers converted their

Sailboat, which they had been using for fishing. into a gasoline driven boat, and two years later,

in 1911, the Mertz brothers, Clarence. Lawrence Somewhere

about

1913

or 1914 the Platz-

In 1915 Chas. Summers, Paul Wenzel and Fred Schmekel started fishing hooks. This consists of setting small mesh nets, called bait nets, for small chubs, and these in turn are used to bait

the hooks used for trout fishing. Their first boat was called the RAMBLER and their second the EMMA B.

In 1926 the Hertz brothers built the first Die

sel driven boat, THE TRAMP. She was fol lowed by others until all the boats fishing out

of Rogers City now, except the trap net boats, are powered with Diesel motors. Deep trap nets were first used out of here in 1930 and for a time were a profitable investment. In the fishing years there are good seasons and off seasons and lifts of eight to twelve hun dred pounds of fish were not uncommon. How ever, when the fish are most plentiful, the prices are flown, and of course when they are scarce, the prices are up. 1925 seems to have been the banner year for chubs. Wnitefish, trout and chubs have been the principal fish caught, and on the market the whitefish of course have al

ways demanded the best price. Of late years fishing has been somewhat light er, and there are those who voice the opinion that our lakes are becoming depleted : others say it is just the off season in the cycle. And then we hear that the little smelt, which are multi

plying so rapidly in our lakes, feed on the eggs and minnows of the other fishes and that as they increase, and there seems to be no way to stop them, the more desirable fish will eventually be come very scarce in our waters. The govern ment has sought to enact legislation for the con trol of fishing in the type of twine and nets used. and months in which— {continued on page 864)

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toms are a sign of beginning weakness of the heart muscle, which occurs because of the in creased work put upon this organ by the increas ed resistance to the free flow of blood through

J2ittLz *ZJaLk± on <^zaLui By Daniel P. Foster, M. D. Chief ofMetabolic Division, Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit

Dr. Foster discusses high blood pressure in 1'OHI) NEWS

*Because of its seriousness, the public is be coming more and more conscious of the import ance of high blood pressure. This is justified when one studies mortality statistics. This dis ease, and its associated conditions, is the captain of death in the United States. Approximately twenty-eight per cent of the total deaths can be attributed to this cause.

How is the average layman to know when he is threatened with high blood pressure? The fol lowing symptoms in varying degrees of severity are inquired into by the examining physician: HEADACHE—The most common situation of

the headache of high blood pressure is at the base of the skull. Sometimes this is present only after nervous fatigue. Not infrequently, in more severe types, it is present on rising and may be constant throughout the waking period. The pain may vary from an almost unbearable

type associated with nausea to a dull ache which is only "annoying." Relief can frequently be ob tained by a rest period in the less severe types. DIZZINESS—This symptom is particularly annoying and may be severe enough to cause in

capacitation. Sometimes it is present only with a change of position, particularly when changing from a lying to a standing posture. This is due most times to a loss of the normal elasticity of the blood vessels.

VISUAL DISTURBANCE—Perfect vision is

rarely found in an individual suffering from high blood pressure. Spots before the eyes are common and flashes of light may occur. Loss of acuity and dimness of vision are experienced. These symptoms are due many times to an or ganic change in the retina, which is the film part of the human camera—the eye. SHORTNESS OF BREATH—If anyone ex

ercises violently enough, shortness of breath oc curs. It is only when this distress begins under conditions of mild exertion that it has signifi

the blood vessel tree.

WATER RETENTION—When serious heart

and kidney damage is present, a retention of water in the body frequently occurs. This is usually noted first in the ankles and feet during the late hours of the day, or in some cases it may

occur simultaneously in the feet, in the hands, or as puffiness under the eyes. The latter type of water retention is more common in kidney

failure and the former type more common when the efficiency of the circulation is diminished. Chronic cough and chest pain may also accom pany severe heart muscle failure. SYMPTOMS—The symptoms of the most se

vere types of high blood pressure—heart failure and kidney insufficiency—are hardly pertinent in this discussion, but may be mentioned for the sake of completeness. They are: loss of appe tite, nausea and vomiting, stupor and clouding of the mental process, even to unconsciousness. As a terminal event, convulsions may occur. Careful clinical study is necessary for true evaluation of the significance of an elevated

blood pressure. Many readings must be obtain ed under varying conditions, for the pressure may fluctuate widely even in a relatively short

period of time. The nervous tension occasioned by a physical examination may be sufficient to increase the blood pressure to abnormally high levels. Further readings under different circum stances may be quite normal and of much great er significance. Too much weight should not be placed on a single observation. If pressures are widely different under varying circumstances, they have much less significance than consistent ly high readings. Confirmatory evidence of long existing high blood pressure can be obtained by measurements of the size of the heart. This organ, of course, supplies the force for the creation of the high blood pressure, and if it has had this extra work to do for a considerable length of time, the re sult is an enlargement of the heart. This enlarge ment is comparable to the increase in the size of the arm muscles of a blacksmith. The heart

has enlarged in response to the extra work it has had to do. Frequently X-ray is resorted to in order to demonstrate this enlargement and

progress can be noted by a series of exposures

come conscious of the fact that his heart beats

taken at intervals of six months or a year. LABORATORY EXAMINATIONS—Very fre quently albumen is discovered and its presence usually denotes kidney damage. Microscopic ex amination may reveal red blood cells or white blood cells or casts, which are not normally pres ent in any considerable numbers. The amount of waste materials being eliminated can be roughly

rapidly and pounds in his chest.

estimated by the specific gravity reading. The

cance as a symptom of disease. The presence of this symptom carries grave import. It is fre quently interpreted, as weakness and may have a very gradual onset, so insidious in some cases that it remains unnoticed until minimal activity

is difficult.

The individual then is likely to be

These symp

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more waste coming through, the higher the gra vity. When the gravity is low, the kidney dam

a brush pile.

age is usually more severe.

also a few other places. The nice mushrooms are still under the brush pile.

TREATMENT—The course of

the

disease

may be modified by reasonable changes in diet ary and living habits. The avoidance of worry, strain, excitement, fatigue and exposure to cold and dampness contribute great benefits. All of these circumstances tend to increase blood pres sure and aggravate any tendency to high blood

There was also a bees' nest in the

same location so Otto had bees in his bonnet and

Lost—One thoroughly cleaned barrel.

Dave

Gregg spent some time cleaning a barrel for a special job and when his back was turned, the barrel was gone. Rudolph Schleben was the cul

prit, and Dave still doesn't believe that Rudolph

pressure. The bowels should be carefully regu

alone could do the disappearing act as fast as

lated by the use of a sensible diet and fluids. Oc casionally mild catharsis is useful. Chronic infection should be carefully searched

house.

it was done.

Always the heaviest rains fall on the leaky

for and eradicated. The most common situations

for infection to be present are in the teeth, ton sils or the sinuses. All dead teeth should be re

moved. If gum infection is present, prophylaxis should be carried out and the tartar removed.

There is no specific medication for high blood pressure. The drugs used are those which quiet the nervous system. Most of the wide fluctua tions in blood pressure seen can be partially cor rected by drugs which tend to make the nervous system less reactive. Better rest is obtained and

rest is the fundamental principle involved in the treatment of all chronic degenerative disease. Dietary regulation is 01 major importance. This is particularly true of the person who is obese. Over-weightness is a major menace to health. The most consistent and permanent drops in blood pressure can be accomplished by weight reduction. This, of course, means reduc tion in the caloric intake below the daily require ments of the individual. Such a plan is the only one which will accomplish a weight loss. The protein of the diet (meat, fish, eggs, cheese and poultry) must not be below maintenance re quirements, or weakness will result. More than this amount, however, might be detrimental, particularly if kidney function is below normal. The major part of the diet is composed of fresh fruits and vegetables. Concentrated foods, such as bread, cereal and potatoes, and the fats are

used in amounts which will permit weight loss. Milk is always included in the diet to supply minerals. Cheese, eggs, foul and fish are suitable substitutes for meat. Large meals should be avoided. It is more advantageous to use three small meals and intermediate nourishment than

to permit overeating at any one time.

Just Among Ourselves Mike Johnson is one of our noted fishermen

and should be an authority on what makes the most successful bait.

We understand that he is

now raising frogs for his own use and to sell to all you followers of Ike Walton. Otto Zempel likes to gather mushrooms and while out one Sunday he found a nice lot under

Alfred Savina has a first class trapeze fixed up for his youngsters. The kids are pretty good on it so Alfred attempted to show what dad could do. After getting all tied up in a knot, he found that he couldn't work himself loose.

His

endurance gave out and down he came on the concrete. We venture to say that Alfred isn't

going to show the young folks how good he used to be again. He is now known to the men in the shop as '"The Man on the Flying Trapeze."

Last spring Rudolph Kreft planted some Early Rose potatoes. During the summer he has been telling about the beautiful blossoms on these po tatoes, saying that they are just like rose buds It might be that Rudolph has his varieties mixed. Now when he tells Larsen, Elowske and Kowal-

ske about his four pound onions, they just smile and pass on. After spending considerable time and hard work on his cottage, Ben Santimo was all set to have a good season of fishing. His alibi for no fish so far this season is that he made a mistake

and painted the bottom of his boat white. It has been suggested to him that he paint a few min nows and frogs on the bottom of the boat.

Accidents can bring only grief. Maybe Fred Bradley is succeeding in making the folks of Rogers City air minded by staging these air shows, but Pete Pollock is afraid we'll

have a race of cross-eyed, stiff-necked people from watching these stunt flyers.

Guy Hardin is the only one left of the army of tennis players who is sticking to the game. He finds it pretty tough, especially when it's 100° F. in the shade, to complete a full match. He'll probably be playing golf with the rest of us next year.

Aaron Smith didn't land his sixteen pound pike without plenty of excitement. The fish did every

thing but tip the boat over. Chas. Fleming did dive in maybe to help land the fish, and Harold Wright wrecked all the tackle the party carried. This one didn't get away.

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W^ater Transportation—Snips Of Tke Past And Present Tales of the sea are interesting to most read

ers, and pictures of ships usually attract atten tion.

On the next two pages will be found pictures of boats which are now, and have in the past, sailed the Great Lakes; some long since forgot ten and others now form an important link in

water transportation. In the upper left hand corner is pictured a group of ore-carrying vessels caught in the ice in St. Mary's River, and serves to remind us that at times sailing on the Great Lakes is not as smooth as it is sometimes pictured. Below the

ore fleet we

have

the Steamer

STRAITS OF MACKINAC, one of the five boats

busily engaged in transporting automobiles and pedestrian traffic across the Straits between St. Ignace and the City of Mackinaw. She is one of a fleet of three owned and operated by the State

Highway Department.

This traffic

has been

steadily on the increase for the past ten years, and this year the Highway Department found it necessary to charter the Steamer, ST. MARIE, a sister ship of the CHIEF WAWATAM, which appears in the upper right hand corner of this page. These two ships are railroad ferries and their schedule calls for both winter and summer

operation. The CHIEF WAWATAM is a noted ice break

er and was recently inspected by representatives

(upper center) was put into service on the Detroit-St. Ignace run. She carried groceries, cat tle, horses and farm machinery up, and forest and farm produce down the lakes, and according to Henry G. Kitchen, if we could now read her passenger lists, we would find names such as Empke, Yager, Grossman, Forhman, Dulack, Bruning, and others, who were early settlers in this community. Lake transportation provided the most convenient contact

with the outside

world for these early settlers. The picture in the center of the page is of the Steamer PEWABIC, sunk in a collision with The METEOR off Thunder Bay Island, Lake Huron, September 9, 1865. The METEOR was upbound from Detroit and the PEWABIC down-

bound from Lake Superior. They were making their way through a haze of rain when they came together shortly after 7:30 P. M. The PEWABIC was struck on her port side about 20 feet aft of the bow, and sank in four minutes in 169 feet of water.

It is estimated that 125

people were lost. Her cargo contained 267 tons of copper and other freight. The PEWABIC was built in Cleveland, Ohio, and in 1863 was val ued at $100,000 and insured for $50,000. Several attempts had been made to recover the cargo without success, until 1917 when the derrick ELANORE of Bay City recovered about 100 tons of the copper.

of the Russian Government because of her unus

The picture in lower center is that of the

ual construction and successful operation. Ordinarily the railroad ferries carry little au

CORA A., a type of vessel once quite common on the lakes, but now just a memory. The CORA

tomobile traffic, but in the rush summer season,

A. was perhaps the last schooner to carry a cargo of ties and posts away from this port. In right center we have the C. H. STARKE, a Steamer owned by P. H. Hoeft. The STARKE,

and after the Highway ferries are laid up for the

winter, the car

ferries take on the load.

Tiaffic on the Straits being steadily on the in crease will soon require more boats, resulting in greater congestion, and as all ferry traffic is across the regular steamship courses, considera tion to remedy this hazard has been given to the

proposed construction of a bridge over the Straits to replace the ferry transportation be tween upper and lower Michigan. This will greatly facilitate the movement of land traffic, as well as reduce the hazard.

The first Steamer to make regular stops into Rogers City was the PEARL under the com mand of Captain Jones who later sailed the Steamer ATLANTIC, pictured in the lower left corner. The ATLANTIC had regular ports of call between Cleveland and St. Ignace. The Steamer PEARL was a fast boat and was taken off this run to travel between Detroit and Buffalo. It was at this time the MARINE CITY

under the command of Captain Crosby, carried

forest products from and groceries and provis ions to Rogers City. In 1908, when fire threat ened the Village, the STARKE laid at dock so as to take aboard the refugees, should the fire strike town.

In the lower right we have pictured the BEN SON FORD at her dock at Dearborn, Michigan,

a modern type Steamer on the Great Lakes, dri ven with Diesel power. The BENSON FORD and her sister ship, the HENRY FORD II. are now frequent callers into the port of Calcite. "Calcite Screenings" greatly appreciates and wishes to acknowledge with thanks the kindness and efforts of those who have provided pictures, articles and information for our Marine Issue,

as their efforts have added greatly to the value and interest of the publication.

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You 11 See It In "Screenings" Personals" That Come To The Editor's Desk

Just 'Among Ourselves Yes, they are catching rainbow trout at the mouth of Sturgeon River, Burt Lake. Manv of the local boys have been trying their luck; some with a decree.of success, and those who make a catch become quite enthused and tell the other

less venturous nimrods. Among those enticed by the big fish was none other than Bill Kowalske who loaded his boat on the trailer (not the

ÂŤ

pip and finally quit George spent most of his spare time at the lake trying to find out what was wrong, but finally had to resort to local ma rine engine diagnosticians, without results. You see. when George would try to start the motor, water would run out of the carburetor. The gas tank was drained, with the same results. No, it

one he built in his basement and then found it

wasn't watered gas. George thought that. too. Piece by piece George brought parts of the mo

in the loft of Bradley's barn and when he got it

motor had been thoroughly overhauled, except

too large to get out the door). This one he built

in the lake, found it too big to row, but it's a nice boat any

tor !.<> town each Sunday night until the whole

the exhaust pipe, and

way and Bill spent a lot of time and patience to see that

retor, so another conference

of experts was held, and it

she was well appointed. She's

was decided that a fish, crab or possibly a rat had crawled

a bit heavy for one, anyway

Bill wanted a guide, so hepicked

on

Captain

Captain

up the exhaust pipe and built a nest, so the pipe was dis

Purdy.

had it coming' be

cause he is

one of the

mantled and inspected, but no nest. Just about that time

fel

lows who's always howling about the big catches. Ar riving at the river all afire w ith anticipation t hey launched the ship, loaded the tackle and cast off.

boat

swiftly

J'oiu Yareh came along, who knows more about a team of

oxen than a gasoline motor,

and after watching the ef forts of the bewildered ex

The big

drifted

water

still poured out of the carbu

perts for some little while,

down

said, "I don't think she

ex

plodes at the right, time," and you know, he hit it right on

the current to the mouth of

the river with the occupants who were busy rigging their

the

head!

The

motor had

tackle. About this time Cap

slipped her timing, and now

tain's feet began to feel a lit tle dampish, and after con

we have another marine mo tor expert.

siderable search among the duffel found a flash light, but by this time it was evident that the boat was leaking badly, and it was not without

Can you crack this one?-Mary is 24 years old and Mary is twice as old as Anne was when Mary was as old

considerable difficulty that our

Iriends

reached

Sunrise Looking from Calcito over Ad-

shore, ain's Point.

Captain Purdy says he has

as Anne is now.

How old is

Anne ?

navigated many a craft, but this was his first

George Pilarski bought a horse for $110 and sold him for $15 more than

trial with a submarine.

he lost. George wants to know if you can fig

We all have our troubles. Friend George Wing thinks he has had his share. You see, he has two motor boats, and at that there are times when

he finds it necessary to use the old strong back and row. You see, the small one is a cantank erous little cuss and if it gets a bit 'varm. won't

start.

Well, the big one has always been "old

Faithful," but early in the summer began to lose

ure how much he got for the horse.

Grip Pines and family have been spending the past \v\v weeks at Long Lake. They are Hying in tents and Griff's friends haven't been wanting lor fish. He talked so much about the good fish ing that he even convinced Bill Warwick that he

might catch some.

Might is right! After row

ing the boat out to the reed bed and back, Bill

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got the exercise, but again Griff was generous

ther money or happiness when we have made no

and Bill didn't have to return with an empty

deposits.

creel.

We do not count a man's years until he has nothing else to count.—Emerson.

Well, folks. Karl Daniels got tired watching the Fords go by so he bought one ami now does a little going-by himself.

Roy Warwick and Ivan Banrion are having their troubles, it seems. These two eligibles

Arbiter of StyleWife: Would you like this hat turned down.

have lady friends living in the country about 12 miles from town. Roy hired a car for $4.00 to take him out and back. Ivan was staying at a friend's place 6 miles out, and Roy picked him up and took him along to the 12 mile destination, and after an evening with the young ladies, back to the friend's place and then Roy came back to Rogers. Now Ivan wants to pay his equal share ol the trip and there seems to he a little argu ment

be.

on

what

dear? 1 lusband : I low much is it ? Wife: Eleven dollars.

Husband: Yes, turn it down.

Generally the person who is most worth listen ing to doesn't talk until everybody else gets thru.

The shiny red bicycle parked in front of the main office is an innocent looking vehicle, so

it should

Louie

Can you help them

out ?

Anyone knowing Clay ton Lldridge would hard ly call him old, as ages the days gone by that are

no lost lime accident ami

sters of today to eompre hend. Occasionally we all dwell in the past a bit and Clayton tells a story of driving a tote team in

Louie

an

same

f a r m i n g sections of Michigan to Onaway and vicinity, and the old tote

swamps and plains to On

Automobile."

These

cars can run away

southern

Lake Avaloii through the ^ ^ ^

had his trip

Emil Behnke can giveany of you fellows some pointers on "Safety Mea sures to Use in Parking

the country wasn't so thickly settled. He had a job hauling hay from

road ran through Hillman north by way of

has

over the handle, bars.

his younger days when

the

in

pride. Louie made a good showing. The Dainbra family is happy to report

quite hard for the young

of

secure

ses, torn clothes, and hurt

go. yet he recites tales of

some

felt

showing the family just how good he. used to beas a cyclist. Other than accumulating a few brui

as

"Old

the

Dobbin"

could, especially when parked on a down hill lie with the brakes released. -

_

Vic Koch has heard so

jm() CaU.jto on a,, Early Spring Trip. im,ch, $>*Âť# tlu' .^^p-

away. It took days to make the trip, and when. night came, the teamster would pull down into one of these swamps where he and the horses were protected from the wind, tramp down the

snow alongside the road, pull the team into this area, blanket them, break open a bale of hay for the horses, build a fire, roll up in his blankets and hole in for the night. Yes indeed, the early days of our neighborhood carried many an inter esting tale of thrill and hardship which, when related now, causes the youngster to shrug his shoulders and say, "Oh dad, you're spoofing." Nevertheless they are true even though it's hard for the younger generation to believe it.

tional tishmg possibilities in our good county <>f Presque Isle from Carl Strieker, Chum Raymond, Harold Wright, and many others that lie contracted the fever. He bought a license, some good tackle and a load of optimism, only to lose the optimism and cool off his fever. Xo luck, so Vic gave his tackle to Er nie Adrian, a fellow of considerable repute as a fisherman.

Two months later, and Vic still has

a meal of fish coming in exchange for his good equipment. And may we console Vic further by telling him that Ernie carries sardines in his lunch pail. Below is a picture of the fish that Ernie has caught this summer.

Life will give us whatever we put into it. Rut joy in the world and it will come back to us with

compound interest, but we can't check out ei-

The boys at No. 11 shovel heard a weird melo-

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dv at dusk one night and saw their fellow work

er. Bill Beach, with a good sized snake in his hand. Bill was using the methods of the Far

the soles of his shoes were burned completely off. A better one yet is an authentic story that Ed Hopp's trousers caught on fire. We would

East, music, to charm the reptile. However, the

n't doubt this, but will rather believe that Ed is

warning rattle caused Bill to leave the snake in

a pipe smoker and not a sun worshipper. Trous ers have a way of becoming fuel for a glowing pipe. The boys all suggest that hid carry a fire

mid air as he was no longer anxious to play the part of a charmer. This isn't a Guess Who, nor

We

Knew

Him

When, a golf champion nor a fisher of fish. He's an office sailor, but a Marine issue of "Screen

ings"

would

hardly

be

complete without a pic ture of Traffic Manager Chas. F. I'latz who spends so much time sending

boats hither and yon. Chas. can qualify, how ever, in the column with

our older employees, as he helped row the boat when the soundings for the

harbor

were

taken.

So you see his interests have always been ma rine.

That was back in 1910, and outside of a

leave of absence to attend school and one

for

Government service during the War, Chas. has never worked for any other company. We don't know wdiy he's so serious in this picture. He doesn't usually frown so. Fact is, lie's a pretty cheerful fellow and generally wears a smile. Perhaps it's just the sun. or maybe he's reflecting over that golf game that didn't turn out so well, or perhaps he's just meditating over a bad session of pinochle. Anyway, it's not such a good picture. We probably should apologize for running it as a likeness of Charlie. But you see he is such a popular fellow that this is the

extinguisher on the job. Julius Zempel would like to know where the

red bloomers came from that are hanging on the fence blocking traffic over the tresscl at the main dump track. Scotty McDonald visited the dentist. He fum

bled in his pockets and the dentist said,

"You

needn't pay me in advance." "I'm not going to." replied Scotty. "I'm only counting my money before you give me the gas." Safety First always.

Al Boehmer used to be quite a farmer until he started gardening at the Calcite gardens. The tug crew soon found out that the quantity of produce that Al raised was not up to his reputa tion.

However, when he told about his father-

in-law going to ship a carload of early potatoes, Purdy, Flcwelliug. Cook, and some of the others made a trip to Hawks to get some of the choice spuds. When they told Al that the potatoes weren't

to be found, he admitted that

he was

two weeks early on his estimate.

:^^^SM- •

*;>,

only picture he has in which he appears alone, and we think this must have been taken on one

of those off days all humans experience when we are just fit company for ourselves. It's Charlie who can tell you where all the ships are, who's on them and wdien they will be

in Calcite, or any other port in wdiich you may be interested. And he has a fairly accurate knowledge of the history of this company since its organization, so Charlie is asked to help us

out quite often by supplying information or set tling an argument, which he always does with a smile.

Then there was the mechanical engineer who wanted to take his nose apart to see what made it run.

We had some unusually hot weather this sum

You will recognize in this picture the home of

Chas. Hoffman who stands at the right leaning on a shovel. The photographer caught him just as he finished cleaning up after a heavy fall of snow.

This may be a queer picture to run when the days are as warm as we are now enjoying them. but we use it as a gentle reminder that snow, ice and cold weather are not far in the future, and

mer and it has been told that the heat was so

this may be a good time to think about the wood,

terrific out in the quarry that men's clothes wrere

coal and other winter necessities we will soon be

scorched.

using.

Driller Henry Smith reported that

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Marriage: An altar on which man lays his

poeketbook and woman her luv letters.—Josh Billing's.

chine works.

Clayt says he wants to use it to

pound out a few beans. Experience is wdiat you have left when every

Avery Cook and Karl Daniels would soon have the company's limestone resources exhausted if they stepped on those electric shovels like they step on their new Ford Y-8's. A reckless young cyclist called Spike-

thing else is gone. Chas. Link has been diligently practicing with his rifle this summer. He isn't going to miss any dog shots this deer season.

Took a friend out to ride on his bike;

They dashed down a hill, Had a terrible spill, Which broke up the friendship and bike. Luckily the friend got only a broken arm. Two on a bike is one too many. If a cyclist feels the need of a windshield, why not get a transparent

GUESS WHO? We

usu

ally try to make

our

Guess Who

fairly easy, a n d

this

one?

one, we be

If Art Getzinger doesn't get the candidacy foi county sheriff, his campaign efforts will not be in vain. He is getting plenty of practice at sign painting and thinking up publicity stunts. He would be in line for an advertising manager's position.

lieve, ought not to be at all diffi cult. Not because he has a drum as most ev

The boys on the shovels have a believe it or not item.

Louis Yarch claims he caught a 15 lb.

pike in Grand Lake recently. Arnold Conley, Red Lee and Russell Pollockhave a lough time trimming the barnyard golf ers from Moltke. In order to gain a few needed pointers and provide a good show for the folks, ihey imported the world's champion horseshoe pitcher for an evening. We'll see now if the boys gained any knowledge from their coaching

and beat the Moltke competitors. "I see where Sam is advertising a new kind of underwear without button."'

"I've been wearing that kind for years."

ery youngsar has a drum and plays solWe dier. think this fellow was

playing in a band or or chestra tho

because been

Carl Strieker seeing Harry Meharg up at the airport in the Studebaker—"Hey, Harry, when are you going to return that truck to Calcite?" When we went into the Time Office recently, we wondered who the new watchman was. Peer

ing closer through the brush, we saw it was the same old watchman, Wilfred Heythaler, with a luxuriant moustache.

Angels are made at grade crossings.

Clayton Eldridge has as his secondary job ol hobby—farming. Along with Nick Carter, he is designing a threshing machine. He can telj you all about concaves, shakers, and blowers, but he has vet to see how the home made ma

musi

cally

in-

dined

and

h a s

Dr. Monroe not only beat Joe I'englase at playing golf the other day, but he took him out in the rain. Joe got wet feet and accuses Dr. of trying to drum up business.

he

has always

w o n

the oft-coveted place of tenor in many quartets, and we believe has taken every other part in a choir, except soprano, and probably tried that in his younger days. First seeing light in I'rcsqtu- Isle County, this chap graduated from High School at Onaway. Vacation days were spent carrying mail, plowing and picking stones on his father's farm. Perhaps the latter training accounts for finding him around the screen house so much now. He just can't keep away from those stones. He became a fellow worker just after getting out of school in 192cS. He likes fishing and other outdoor sports, and enjoys spitzer as a winter recreation.

There is

a

lot more we could

tell

you about this fellow, but we must remember this is a Guess Who, and then, too. even editors are not privileged to tell all they know.

How good were you at our last Guess Who? It was none other than our good friend. Rudolph Dueltgen. Jr., and he hasn't taken up golf yet!

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The Rogers City Golf Club "Debating Team"

is his partner. Norman Hoeft is in the back ground and wears a benign, though inquisitive expression. As Raymond's partner, he is looking over the storekeeper's shoulder to see what score is being registered, otherwise a four way argument would be pictured here. You will note that the Caddy has both ears

tightly plugged and his eyes closed. The argu ment must be loo strong for his tender ears and he does not wish to be an eye-witness of the im

pending tragedy which he is sure must follow. There is a strong movement on foot to have this foursome barred from the course as their

heated arguments, which start at the first tee and continue until they disband for home, dis tracts the other players from their game, and to the uninitiated, the belief that mayhem is about to be committed.

All in favor say "Ave".

Above is pictured the Rogers City Golf Club "Debating Team" composed of and pictured from left to right. Lester Raymond, Harry Me harg, Jos. Valentin

and Norman Hoeft.

The

Caddy in the picture is unidentified. In a recent match, this foursome was all square until the last hole and the argument pictured here arose regarding the number of strokes Meharg took. Harry has all of the fingers of the left hand extended denoting the fact that he took five strokes and he is blustering and glaring at Raymond and vehemently arguing his point. Raymond's face expresses amazement, aston ishment and anger, if an expression can register all of these emotions at one time, and is recount

ing the strokes that

Meharg took, which un

doubtedly would be six and the cause of the ar

gument. If one were listening in, the argument would sound something like this:

Raymond: "How many on the last hole, Me harg?" Meharg: "I took a five."

Raymond: "What! Why you blankety blank blank, you took six strokes." Meharg: "Say, how do you get that way? 1 said I took a five."

Raymond: "The trouble with you is that you can't count beyond five." Meharg: "Is that so? My counting is all right, you're off." Raymond: "You should go back to school, etc., etc., ad infinitum."

Valentin, he of the scotch cap ami "misplaced eyebrow" has the score card and has the pencil poised ready to register the score as soon as the argument is settled. You will note the glaring

expression on his face, which he is directing on Raymond for doubting Meharg's claim. Meharg

On the back cover of this issue of "Screenings" is a poster originated by Walter Baker. This poster won third place in our 1936 poster con test. Walter is a seventh grader in the Public School.

"Happy" Halligan is now grandpa and does he strut!

Bruce McVeigh is all set for the rabbit hunt ing season. He has a good dog and now all he needs is a bark for the hound.

Jack Cherette went "Bat Wing" Davis one better in furnishing thrills to the onlookers when he painted the radio tower.

The Fisherman i v'imiiiuicil

from

Pago

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certain fish can be caught. The life of a fisherman is not an easy one. He works early and late, and seldom does the weath er interfere with his making a lift. He must be a good navigator so as to run the course and find his nets. Considerable fishing is done in the winter and then his labors are far from pleasant. Snow, ice and wind add to the already difficult and uncomfortable task requiring nerve, brawn and skill, and making it a real he-man's job. Quite the opposite of what is required of the fellow who sits on the bank of a stream

and

fishes for fry.

My. my, how some folks change! Carl Striek er was seen headed for the berry patch on the last pay day.

Harry Kucharski barked so long and loud at his stand at the church picnic that he couldn't speak above a whisper. Our golden voiced tenor must watch his step or he will be known as the

bass voiced fish peddler. Do unto others as though you were the others.

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pills and quinine soon discouraged his ambition

With Our Old Timers

to be a soldier.

when De troit was a

Shortly after his return from army life, he re sumed his work on the railroad and spent a short time sailing on the Great Lakes before he mar ried Catheiine Nedeati of Alpena on August 27,

young city

1100.

Back

1: h e

in

day.-

and a small one, com

pared to its presenl size. Old Ti mer Frank

When Frank hired out to the Limestone Com

pany, it was the year 1912. As a locomotive en gineer, his train carried the first load of stone to the crusher at Calcite. Since that time he has

had numerous jobs on locomotives, machine shop

T h o mpson

work, and mechanical repair work. Frank has a family of four daughters

arrived on earth. The

three sons—Mrs. Deko of Algonac.

day was January 21. a n d

the

years 1871. i'ho

Frank

was

onh seven years-

old

he

when

moved

from troit,

vividly

De h e

re

in e m b e r • the horse d r a w n street

cars

a n d

t h e

streets paved with wood planking. Another eight years of his life were spent in Toledo. Ohio, be fore his family moved north to Rogers Town

ship. Perhaps it was Prank's early years' of city life that make him delight in still being with crowds. Wherever you find a picnic, celebration, or a marriage in our locality, you will find him having a good time and .adding his contribution to the merry-making.

and

Michigan,

Mrs. O'Neill of Flint, Mrs. Chas. Dcrrv and Mrs. Reynold Dumsch of Rogers City, Charles and Lawrence employed by the Bradley Transporta

tion Company, and Lewis at home. Some grand children make his life interesting and help him to keep pace with the ways of youth. As a proud home owner he keeps his spare time occupied

with well kept vegetable and flower gardens. Frank has a wit and humor that make him an

entertaining chap. Pie could easily qualify as a teller of unusual tales gained from the many years he has roamed the woods ami associated with the pioneer life of this section. A good dance, party, and hunt are still to his liking. Be sides, he takes pride in being a good gardener, an honest worker, and, best of all, a lover of life.

i=We Welcome The New Arrivalsi=* Joyce Bene to Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Smolinski on June 28, 1936. Mr. Smolinski is employed in the Track Department. Congratulations to Mr. and

Mrs. Smolinski

and to Joyce Bene for keeping Calcite Screen ings' birth column in existence.

As a lad of fifteen, the woods, streams, and

trap line appealed to him and Presque Isle Coun ty was a paradise for this husky young sports man. His love for the woods has ever remained

with him. Frank still goes to his cabin in the wilds for a few weeks each winter to hunt, trap and raise an aristocratic looking beard. At the

present time he plans on deer hunting this fall, and he's going alone so he won't have to sacri fice good hunting because of being elected cam]) cook by a crew of hungry companions. Like most young men of this section. Frank did his first work in the lumber woods, lie did

everything but drive team. Tiring quickly of lum bering activities, he worked on railroads out ol Toledo. Ohio, and later with the Detroit & Mac

kinac Ry. It was while he was with the Detroit and Mackinac that he enlisted in the U. S. Army

for service in the Spanish American War. Frank says that the war wasn't so bad, but the fever,

This team of Gus and Gus produces results in getting a good string of fish. Gus Schaedig and Gus Seelbinder display their catch to the pho tographers.

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_//2£ JDzadL^ii ^Jzan^hoztaUon (Lotntiamj Oalety JVjLeetings and -Personal iSews Captain Forrest F. Pearse and Crew of "A Passenger Talks"—By Esther Van Str. Carl D. Bradley Effect Rescue Wagoner Tufty of Washington, D. C A-hoy ! A ship capsized on Pake Erie with two BRADLEY, just before darkness fell over the

Up a ladder ("what a drop if we should slip!") and there we are right on the long drawn-out deck of the good ship John G. Munsou headed for a trip through the greatest inland lake re

stormy waters on August 19th.

gion in the world.

men clinging to her guinvhale was sighted by Leo Moll". First Mate of the Steamer CARL 1).

The Steamer BRADLPA' was bound into To

ledo to load coal when the yacht was sighted about 15 miles northeast of Toledo Light and 5 miles off Middle Sister Island. The yacht WHITE

KING

is owned

by Dr. Hammond S. Horton

of

Lakcwood, Ohio,

who was aboard the yacht with

Mr.

also of

The

Robert

Killius,

Lakcwood.

Steamer

BEAD-

LEY stood by and rescued

previously.

exception. Every good sailor is a "yes" man. Soon even we were answering "Aye. Aye. Sir," when he asked us to pass the salt at dinner. A visit to the pilot house is an impressive ex perience to landlubbers. An awful lot of brass

swimming he gave in passing the slings under The men were given first

aid aboard the BRADLEY and the yacht was towed into Toledo.

men

slated

that

five

other

ships had passed by them the four hours they were in the water apparently without noticing them, and with nightfall approaching, they real ized their situation was hopeless as their boat would not have stood the pounding of the waves very much longer. The WHITE KING is a yawl of the type in

which Captain Thomas Day crossed the North Atlantic in 1906 and carries auxiliary power. Dr. Morton

and

Mr.

One of the oldest traditions of the sea is that

exposure at the time of the rescue, as the yacht

cap-sized boat, and we understand that Mark llaswell. Third Mate, will compete in the Olym pics next year after the exhibition of diving and

Lakcwood

iness, not pleasure. The owners' quarters, which we called home during the trip, came as a pleas ant surprise. Large, spacious, and gleamingly white, they were restful with simple just-right appointments. And glory be, good comfy beds! the captain is the supreme ruler of his ship. .Al though mild-mannered. Captain Dahlburg is no

of the BRADLPA' then set about to right the

The

Or dressing for dinner. We expected modest living accommodations. After all, a freighter is a freighter, built for bus

the two men. one of whom was near exhaustion from

had capsized in a heavy squall about four hours Captain F. P. Pearse and the crew

the overturned craft.

Former voyages on ocean liners are no prep aration. Everything is different. And better. .Much. No one insists on playing deck tennis.

Killius

were

enroute

from

Cleveland to Detroit on the first lap of a vaca

tion crui.se when the mishap occurred. With sails furled they were attempting to get the boat headed into the wind with the motor, when a

heavy squall struck them and capsized the boat. The men stated that they would continue

on

their trip after repairs were made to the yacht. The newspapers gave Captain and crew quite

and gadgets! The big all-important wheel, sym bol of the sea, fascinates. This navigation busi ness, we learned, is as complex as a woman in love. Pretty tense we were when we faintly grasped what a ticklish job it is to steer a 550

foot freighter through a 20 foot deep channel. in the Detroit river, the freighters, at times nec

essarily close, tempted us to jump from one deck to another.

Emily Post may contend that it is not polite for guests to comment on the food, but the hearty so-good meals three times a day made us utter many an appreciative "oh," and "ah." Our quickened appetites also made us guilty of sneaking back to have a 10 o'clock snack with the crew.

Every first timer on a freighter asks the same silly questions. We did, too. Everyone goodnaturedly explained in detail, "How do you keep the ship on her course?" "What is that light a writeup, lauding the rescue and alertness of the crew in spotting the distressed just when the end seemed inevitable. Captain Pearse just smiles and with a shrug of his shoulders says. "Nothing to it, boy. it's all in the line of duty." But saving a man's life—what a splendid duty that is!

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could only return and see the improvements

"How many times around the deck makes a

that have been made in the last three decades

we wonder what their reactions would be and

mile?"

Travel by water is always a beauty treat. Cer tainly the shores and islands that have mad: the Great Lakes region the vacation paradisj that it is has special charms of its own. In ad dition, on our freighter, with frequent slops for .he loading and unloading of coal or limestone, the immensity of the shipping industry was drai atically levcaled to us. A different beauty— the beauty of accomplishment. With 1U.C00 tons of good old Michigan liines.one, automatically loaded at Calcite, in our hatches we no longer are surprised that the

gicatest water freight tonnage in the world passes through the locks at Sault Ste. Marie. No wonder these freighters as they pass each other give those snooty, deep-throated salutes.

REMINISCENCE-By the Old Man J low mau_\- of us can recall the old days when: Steel vessels were in the minority and many oi

the old lime sailors would not "ship" on a steel steamer but preferred those constructed o! wood; man)- of these carried sail and the en gines were regarded as auxiliary power. Engi neers were a necessary evil?" Those were the days of "wooden ships and iron men" when the younger men who shipped on the steel vessels

were dubbed as "wooden men and iron ships." The old wooden ships were devoid of any of the modern conveniences such as steam heat,

electric lights, bath rooms and the living quar ters were infested with vermin. In bad weather the men had to "turn in" with oil skins on to

keep dry. The food was not what the modern sailor would call good. It consisted chiefly of salt or corned meats, beans and pancakes, and very bad coffee. The latter was usually made with coffee extract which was a kind of tar made

of chicory. Those were the days when the Captain gave orders to "call all hands and the Cook" and every man turned out to make a

landing, including the Stewards department. A mate's ability was measured by the number of hours he could go without rest and still be on his feet. Another requisite was his voice, the nearer it sounded like a "fog horn" the bctlc. man he was, for there was no telephone commu nication from the Pilot blouse to the stern and

in heavy weather a man's voice had to be heard above the howling of the winds.

if they would still scoff al the men who operate ihe modern ship? Some ships go east and some go west. By the self same winds that blow, It's not the gale, but the set of the sail. That determines the way we go.

Str. Carl D. Bradley—Safety Meetings The fourth Safety Meeting of the 1936 season was called to order at seven P. M., August 14th,

1936. Members present were as follows: Chairman, Leo Moll; Secretary, O. K. Falor; Otto Sparre, John Smolinski, Lester Gordon, John Phillips, Louis Voda, Andrew Peterka and George Kerr. Many other members of the crewwere also present, also Captain Pearse and Chief Sparre. The secretary read the minutes of the previous meeting after which the various suggestions therein were checked to see how many had not yet been carried out. In this connection we might i eution that it has been decided to repair the boom catwalk instead of renewing it. There still remain one or two deadlight chains to be re newed in the dining room. The affairs of the last meeting concluded, the chairman called the loll of those present for suggestions. At this point Captain Pearse addressed the

meeting, discussing the meaning of safety and accident prevention in general. He asked howmany of us could define the word "accident." An accident is "an event which is unexpected, or the cause of which was unforeseen." He went on to

point out that therefore the logical method for combatting accidents was to try and eliminate the possibility of the "unforeseen event" occur ring as

much

as possible. He spoke enc o u r a giug1y of on r work in safe

ty o n Bradley

Ihe am

asked us not to let down

a n d to t r y and train ourselves o t h ers

and

How different conditions are today on the modern steamer with clean, comfortable quar ters, all the modern conveniences: good food served in spacious dining rooms, the eight hours a day for practically all hands; with all the mod ern equipment such as the electrically driven ships; the radio that keeps us in constant touch with the world: the gyro compass, the direction

safe lines in their conduct

finder, etc.

lie

If some of our Real Old Timers

think

t o

along-

of their work and their

ev

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by reading one or two items from the Lake Car riers' Bulletin that he thought especially appro

priate. The committee suggests that everybody should read the Bulletin as it contains many ex

Bill Hornbacher says that he never realized that there was as much water in the whole of Lake Erie as there was in that sailboat. You see, Bill was one of the bailer-outers. Moll adds

that anyway some of the boys had a good

cellent articles.

Lester Gordon advised that some men stand

inside the bight of the deck cables and believes that more emphasis should be put on the risks of so doing. Leo Moll added that the men could

often observe greater caution than they do in this matter when walking back and forth on the decks during such deck operations. Chief Sparre emphasized the importance of thinking safely in doing your work and said that men can train themselves along safety lines by making special efforts to think of every job that they have to do in a way that will make for the greatest possible safety. He suggested that those of us who are in a position to, should con tinually be on the alert for opportunities to help the other fellow think "safety." Otto Sparre told us that certain men had been known to suffer small wounds or scratches while

chance to get their feet cleaned.

Third Mate

Mark Haswell distinguished himself during the above mentioned salvage operations by the exe cution of a high dive and several under water maneuvers calculated to get the various and sun dry lines around and under the small craft. The

passengers were much perturbed by certain as pects of his exploit.

The long delay suffered (or enjoyed, as the case may be) recently at the coal dock at Sandusky resulted in several of the boys being short on sleep. Evidently girl trouble. That

Cook's tour around Sandusky is quite a trip . . . so they tell me.

Due to the fact that we have been making ports late at night there was a fine looking gang of "Airdales" until last night in Gary when we had a chance-for a shearing.

working and not provide proper protective dressings for said injuries so as to keep the in jury clean. A wound, no matter how slight, should always have a dressing while the man is on the job so as to insure that the wound will

teach him steamboating but we are not qualified

stay clean. Leo Moll asked the men handling the forward

one barber in the person of Clarence Curvin. He

winches to watch the winch drums more careful

ly and to see that the cable was wound upon said winch properly without twisting or jamming. John Phillips advised that in his opinion the men in the cargo hold during the clean up should not attempt to loosen large overhanging masses of coal but that this should be done from the

tunnel by the use of long bumpers. Long bump ers will be furnished by the conveyormen for this purpose.

Personal Items Captain Pearse and the good ship Bradley will be receiving a commission from the U. S. Coast Guards pretty soon if they keep on with their rescue and salvage work . . . After picking up a row boat one trip and a capsized sail boat the next, Captain Pearse is looking for a good cabin cruiser or a tug the next time on Lake Erie. The sailboat "White King" capsized with two men aboard during a squall the afternoon of August 19th, near Middle Sister Island. After watching several vessels pass by, the shipwrecked crew were cheered to see the Bradley haul over and come alongside. After making fast, the distress ed vessel was bailed out and hauled alongside to Toledo where it was turned over to a local yacht which towed the "White King" to a safe berth at the yacht club. Dr. Hammond S. Horton and Mr. Robert Killius were the crew of the unfor tunate vessel. All's well that ends well.

Next time we get a new man we will have to know whether or not he is a barber. to teach the tonsorial art.

We can

However we have

will cut your hair curly or with your hat on.

We cannot have any more meetings of the of

ficers. Some one smoked up all of Captain Pearse's cigars.

The pinochle hounds are very busy at times and on rare occasions we are privileged to see a game of Spitzer. All of the men who had

that swell sunburn

last summer have not been ball playing on the beach

Gary

at

this

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I t seems that some of the crew are never satis fied with the time the boat arrives in the differ-

ent

ports.

Never mind —when w e all are rich and have

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ry about that!

At Gary—Ten PM—"Step on it boys if you want to see the last floor show!"—Mooney and Torgerson.

Al Dwyer has just found out from the Chief

guns and other various articles Moll has bought for his trip to Florida this winter he will have to buy a trailer to carry the junk around.

Being leap year the girls have a right to chase the boys, and the way those girls have been com

ing to the boat at Sandusky! Buehler has decid

that Adam and Eve were Irish.

ed to give the girls a break and have a Justice

Jack Christmas has been complaining of the heat recently. We hear that he had an involun tary shower the other day.

of the Peace on hand. The Yacht Club Boys are in a bad way!

Ford Winfield wants to know who it was that

of interest in the savings banks, 1^4%, is not enough so he is going to put all his money into government 3% bonds.

so rudely awakened him by tossing a bucketfull of water over him at Toledo the other night. Leo Moll now believes in miracles—two con

Art Brunk has decided that the current rate

Mrs. Buehler, Mrs. Sparre, Margaret and Dick

secutive trips to Buffalo.

Sparre recently made a trip with us.

Lawson Macklen is reported to be seriously considering a certain course of action but the

York City recently by auto and had an opportun

feminine element is an uncertain factor—as us ual.

John Phillips is again doing his annual con siderations about buying a car . . . For that trip to Florida, you know.

"Hammer" Gould is encountering competition and can't take it.

Leveck was just in time to

keep him from going off the deep end of the breakwall. It seems Benny the Boom-Boom was

Chief Sparre

made a vacation trip to

New

ity to visit the Normandie, the Empire State Building, the Statue of Liberty, and various oth er points of interest to himself and family. We recently heard that the White was good for two tenths of a mile per hour more when Bill was sculling her ten years ago. Dizzy says that he is going to make Bill oil the steering en gine so if anyone sees Bill going down the deck with an oil can in his hip pocket you'll know what's up!

there ahead of him.

"Anybody got a scrub bucket?" Clarence Curvin and John Smolinski. Harry Menton may go duck hunting this win ter but he says that he isn't going to use a brick for shot gun shells this time. Don Langridge is thinking of learning the In dian language, whatever that may be, so that the next time he attends an Indian square dance he'll know what is going on. Thoughts for most any occasion:— The people who make mistakes lead the world. The perfect people work for them. The man who never made a mistake never did anything. The only perfect person you will ever meet is the perfect fool. Acquaintance is an asset or a liability. We must know people in order to be truly interested in them. Gold mining and good men are much alike. The deeper you dig into their value, the more values you are sure to find. Get acquaint ed with men.

If the world laughs at you, laugh right back at it. It's just as funny as you are!

The silence in the mess room this year is deaf ening since O'Toole, Joppich and Voda are no longer together. We can even hear the cook now and then.

With all the fishing tackle, snake bite cures,

The cook, Otto Sparre, has been taking les sons in Salesmanship—reversed English. Grocer: "I have a side of beef I will let you

have for 27 cents a pound." Otto: "I wouldn't give you over 22 cents." Grocer: "Sold." And that's that.

Dizzy says that if Ed Torgerson goes and gets married down in Florida this winter he will fire him!

Under stand that

Ray Eier is getting seri ous

that-a-

way.

Part a

of

conversa-

t io n over heard in the mess

room

one night: (A) " N o t girl. m y She s

a 1-

ways

agree

able

as

to

the place I want and

to

go

never

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wants me to go to a different place other than

which I suggest." (B) "Oh, well, after you get married you will find out she has a mind of her own."

Buehler: "Well, boys, I'm in the market for a new car pretty soon."

Laws which will shortly be adopted by Congress whereby the requirements for an Able Bodied Seaman's Certificate are somewhat more com

plicated. This comes as a result of recent ship disasters which, because of lack of knowledge of seamanship numerous lives were lost.

Hornbacher: "How come?"

Buehler: "I only get 19 miles per gallon on the Dodge."

It

might be noted that in these particular cases the inability of the members of the vessels person nel does not reflect the American Seaman or the

Hornbacher: "That's not so good, is it; I get 23 and 7-16 miles per gallon on my Chevie." As indicated by the foregoing, when Jerry Hoverstock was fortunate enough to get a job

American Standard of Seamanship because the crews of these vessels are comprised mostly of men of foreign birth and that very inefficient

ashore we acquired a new wheelsman. "Hard Over Hornbacher." Welcome, Bill!

American waters.

element to be found in the islands of our Central

However, that in itself does

not excuse the American element who follow the

Str. B. H. Taylor—Safety Meetings

sea for a living.

Date of meeting: 1:00 p. m., August 15, 1936. Present: Alfred Tyrrell, Chairman; Harry Sloan, Secretary; and Captain M. R. MacLean,

any employee on any job is that he understand

Chief Engineer Thomas Suttle and Committee Members Leo Capling, Lyle Goulette, Edward Ehrke, William Wallace, Bernard Pilarski and Henry Haselhuhn and also other

members of

vessel's personnel not on duty. 1:00 p. m. Meeting called by the Chairman.

1:01 p. m. Roll call. All members present.

1:04 p. m. Reading of minutes of meeting of July 15th, 1936. 1:11 p. m. Discussion of accident taken to eli minate hazards and facilitate convenience.

The

Engineers have constructed a chute which con sists of a ledge which projects from a foot and a half inside the Steward's coal bunker to a foot

outside the bulkhead. The outside edges are built up for a distance of four inches all around. This arrangement keeps a supply of coal on the ledge of the shutc at all times which is easily obtained. The shovel is supported by a hook im mediately above and at such height as to let the bottom of the shovel rest on the bottom of the

shute thereby preventing it from swinging out when the boat rolls. The landing platform for the after ladder has been arranged so as to per mit the ladder being supported on outer edge of platform. In the future the watchman will also

bolt platform to the bulwarks of ship to insure its being secure. 1:20 p. m. A reading of circular and safety suggestions from Mr. Valentin relative to the usefulness of Safety Meetings. The members of this vessel were unanimous in concluding that

some sort of Safety action was necessary and wise and that although we cannot actually de termine the extent to which it serves the pur pose for which it has been.adopted we are rea

The first and most essential requirement of the language in which the order is given. The second essential is that he have a good working knowledge common to the nature of the job on which he is employed. Aboard ship we have a great number of terms which we use in direct

ing the work of our seamen. There is no ques tion or argument as to whether or not the sea man will properly perform the outlined duty if he does not at first clearly understand the order

given. This unfortunately is probably where the American Seaman is somewhat lax.

The first

thing the conscientious American Seaman should learn is those terms peculiar to his profession. He will then be far better able to

understand

and carry out an order. With the new require ments being enacted all current Certificates will be revoked and new certificates will be issued

pending satisfactory examination. It is the Lake Carriers belief that some of the seamen will fail

to meet these requirements, so now, in an effort

to prepare the seamen aboard their ships they have requested the Masters of vessels to desig nate one of the officers t o

start

a

course of ins t r u c tions which will serve the

purpose o f readying the men to pass the examin ations this winter. T o

f a c i 1 i t ate conveni

sonably sure that it has done considerable in bringing hazards to a minimum and a better

ence

these

feeling of security is felt by all. 1:27 p. m. The reading of circular issued by

be given on the

the Lake Carriers Association relative to the

ing Sundays

courses

will

remain

ynu havE in //

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of the navigating season and on other days when it is considered as being feasible and prac

hard work necessary to keep a boat in good op erating condition.

tical.

A list of the different studies the men are to

1:50 p. m. Safety Suggestions were then re quested by the Chairman and the following pro posals were made. A hook was recently welded on the drop door to Chain Locker to insure its being well sup ported when men are passing up and down the

This is then checked off, and before the group tire of having the one thing drilled into them, the subject is changed, to be returned to at a

ladder.

The seamen have been cautioned to be more

careful about the laxity of replacing material and tools in their proper place after having fin ished with them. This for the purpose of reflect ing general neatness and to enable others to quickly locate some when it might be required. They were also cautioned about the proper and seamanlike way to leave their boots, slickers, etc., and the proper disposition of cigarette stubs and matches.

IN and OUT will be

pursue has been compiled. This list is not strict ly adhered to insofar as keeping to one subject is concerned, but they study any of the subjects pointed out by the person teaching the class.

stenciled on the valve

chambers of the mooring engines alongside con trol levers to indicate the direction in which to

have lever in order to heave in or pay out cable. Chains and toggles securing port lights will again be checked to insure that they are in good condition.

2:08 p. m. No other Safety Suggestions were made and the meeting was adjourned.

Str. W. F. White-Safety Meetings Date of Meeting: August 19, 1936. Present: Francis Bacon, Chairman; J. E. Gatons, Secretary, and Heine Herman, Leo DePudry, Carl Hagedorn, Elmer Jones, Alec Selke and Leo Widajewski other members. Proceedings of meeting on date above men tioned were as follows:

Meeting called to order at 7:15 p. m. Minutes of last meeting were read.

Chairman spoke on eye injuries and stressed the necessity of reporting such injuries immedi ately so that proper attention be given. Secretary read personal accidents from Lake Carrier's Bulletin.

later date.

The men are encouraged to ask one another

questions while they are at work, thus giving multiplicity of ideas on their studies and imbed ding what they have learned. Following is the list that has. been compiled on the S. S. W. F. WHITE. Any suggestions from the other boats will be highly appreciated.

Splicing 3 Stranded Manila: 1.—Short, long and back splice. 2.—Eye splice, working around a cringle and servings. 3.—Important knots. Wire Splicing: 1.—Short splices. 2.—Long splices. 3.—Eye splices.

Mooring Engines: 1.—Functions of mooring engines.

2.—How to handle engines with safe

ty and efficiency.

made in the presence of an Engineer). Compass: 1.—Reading compass. 2.—Describ ing deviation and variation. 3.—Operation of direction finder.

the commands.

For the engine room and fire hold they are to study the operation and maintenance of boilers.

We hold a class whenever possible, right af ter supper when the First Mate lays out what is to be studied and reviews their foregone work. At noon the Third Mate gives the boys instruc tions

in sea-

manship.

a

Happiness is perfume

in the clear.

getting a few drops on yourself.

Meeting adjourned at 8:00 p. m. With reference to the School on board ship. The boys have taken a great interest in their studies and are advancing admirably, especially when taking into consideration the amount of

2—

Lowering and manning life boats. 3.—Learning

you

Necessity of proper putting away of shovels and planks in tunnel spoken about.

4.—Pilot rules.

Life Boats: 1.—Parts and construction.

Heinie Herman advised men to stay out of pigeon holes when boom is running. Donald Monroe advised keeping hatch battens Beebe reported broken railing stanchion for ward. This will be taken care of immediately. Gratings on both sump pumps to be inspected for repair.

3.—Proper care of mooring

engines and cables. (The talk on operation of engines should be

can

not

pour on oth ers

without

Did you ev er notice how

quickly

GOOD HOUSEKEEPING

your

o 1d clothes become shab

FOUN CATION

by after you have bought your self a

PLEASANT WORK

new suit?

of SAFE AND

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easily ascertained that he had

encountered a

particularly obnoxious can of red paint.

The Steamer WHITE is now under the able

command of Captain C. A. Thorsen. His many friends offer their congratulations and wish him every success.

Air. and Mrs. Jack Gregsou of Chicago were recent guests aboard the WHITE. This was their first lake voyage and they thoroughly enjoyed it.

Captain Thorsen and Mr. Valentin, our Safe ty Director, were hosts to a Safely First con vention which was in progress at the Marble

head Lime Plant in South Chicago. The group, headed by Mr. McNulty, President of Marble head Lime, came aboard the WHITE and were

conducted on a very interesting tour of the ship. No. 1,000.0001

Beebe: "Rogers City is God's Country.*' Bryan: "I suppose you are one of God"s 'fro zen people." DRAMA Monsieur de la Baeone "Knock Knock". "Who's there?" "Bool" "Boo Who?"

Monsieur Monroe

"Oh, so you're a cry baby!" Things which don't bother sailors:

During a recent spell of very hot weather,

Victor Rickle had the bright idea of air condi tioning the boat byr running ice water through the radiators. It might be worth trying at that. Sand in the spinach of a sailor's life: Heat, coal dust, flies, guys Who rinse down and don't reopen doors, delays at the C. ec O., not enough delays in Calcite (??), Gary at midnight. Odds and Ends: Bryan still has his fur. Bacon has regrowu his mustache. Malocha underwent

a minor operation and had the bump removed. Archie Beebe is building bird houses. Carl Bowers has finally given up and sold his rod and reel. Ed Hoeft celebrated his birthday the 15th.

Elmer Jones claims the quoits ured out. Cleveland will win and

What time it is.

What day it is. What month it is.

What year it is. Meal checks, street car checks or bum checks.

Mr. Bacon, our First Mate, has his School ol

Seamanship organized and is doing ;i fine job of teaching the young hopefuls the intricacies of knot tying, cable splicing and boxing the com pass. He reports the boys are making good pro gress and says that dazed look they wear is the light of learning in process of ignition. Chief Anderson, Mr. Stanbrook and Steve Chihola received quite a scare while inspecting the elevator. Someone dropped the anchor and the aforementioned gentlemen are reported to have

hurriedly left for points aft thinking, possibly, that the elevator was about to fall on them. Frank "Deac" Warwick is a new member of

our crew in the capacity of Second Cook. We hope he brings his banjo aboard and helps liven

Notre Dame.

John /oho. our very able Steward, knows how to keep the boys happy. All he has to do is make lots of that grand strawberry shortcake. Won't you have another helping? Joe is assisted in this

noble work by Alex Selke and Martin Joppich. Harold Nidy tells a good one about Kenneth Lvensen. his oiler. It seems that Kennie had an

old Ford and after rebuilding and repairing- the various components which make up said piece of machinery, such as carburetors, timers, fly wheels, etc., etc., he figured she ought to run pretty fast—"Oh," said Kennie, "if I could only get it started!" The man who has no children knows how to raise

chil

dren, just as t h e m a n without mo

ney

knows

how

vent

to

EVERY-M LSI Hours..

in

money.

If you have a good tem

per keep it; if you have a

bad

per,

tem

don't

lose it.

things up. Men

At first glance one might have thought that O'Toole was mixed up in an extremely gruesome murder. However, from clues available, it was

Detroit will

win. In order that this may happen, it may be found necessary to start another league. Gerald Lynch is leaving us to enter the University of

Disposing of old razor blades. Where to go on Sunday afternoons.

championship.

The Baseball Board of Strategy, Leo Del'udry. Jim Galons and Jack Anderson, have it all fig

are-

great only as they are kind.

yih PEOPLE ARE KILLED BY

CM ACCIDENTS IN THE IL* DO NOT BEONE OF THEM TODAY-

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Str. John G. Munson—Safety Meetings Tale of Meeting: July 23rd, 1936. Present: Donald N'auts, Chairman; Geo. Hoy.

Secretary; James Lamb, Conveyoriuan ; Charles Lister, Steward ; Theo. Strand, Watchman : Cap Akers. Dcckwatch; Michael tdalski, Stokerman ;

Joseph Buck, Oiler. Meeting called to order at 6:45 p. m. Capt. Dahlburg and Chief Engineer L'rdal at tended the meeting, also a large number of the crew off watch.

Personal Items Our able reporter of other issues being \. W. O. L.. I find myself pinch-hitting for him and will probably hit into a double play. There are two things we should never worry

about; those we can help and those we .-an not help. We had cause to use the anchor tin- morning of August 16th owing to fog, first time this sea son, which is not bad.

Capt. Dahlburg opened the meeting

compli

menting the crew on the manner in which they were carrying out Safety First rules. Captain urged the men to practice SAFETY FIRST on the dock as well as on board ship. He gave a

brief outline of the requirements needed to ob tain a lifeboat certificate, and urged all men to

study and prepare for this examination.

Chief Engineer L'rdal also spoke on the sub

We on the MUNSON would like to know if

the B. H. Taylor is still afloat. The last time we docked with her was in Cheboygan. To Clarence Thorsen. the new Master of the Steamer W. F. WHITE, we extend our con

gratulations and best wishes for a long- and suc cessful career.

ject of lifeboat and able seaman certificates and the importance of being prepared for the exam

Famous Last Words: Ralph O'Toole on ap proaching ship at Lorain ami finding his way

ination.

blocked by several cars of stone: "Oh heck". I'll just crawl in under those cars."

The first mate suggested that a guard be in stalled around belt drive of the sump pump, and arrangements are being made to take care ol this condition.

We miss the patter of your Number 12's. Bill Hornbacher, and wish you well on the Flagship.

First Ass't. Geo. Hoy suggested that a light be installed on coal bunker loading rig at Cal

How is the Blue Ribbon?

With the season half gone, we are trying for

cite so that the loaders could distribute coal pro perly. A letter from Mr. Valentin, Plant Safety and Welfare Director, containing some valuable safety pointers was read. It called attention to the importance of reporting all minor injuries fco the officer in charge of department and letting him decide what first aid was to be applied and whether further medical attention by a doctor

and we now have a radio in every room with little or no interference owing to John's untiring

should be obtained.

efforts in running down the many

Also stated that sailors had been seen going up and down ladders at Calcite without using their hands on the ladders. Without question this is an extremely dangerous practice, and one

noises

that

infest ether.

the

which will not be tolerated aboard the SON.

MUN

SPEEDING J on the road between Rogers and Calcite particularly by sailors on the way home or back to the boat, he continued, has been a serious

menace on that road and

some have

narrowly escaped meeting with an accident. In discussing this matter ol speeding it was hard for anyone present to give a reason whv it was necessary for Rogers City men who are getting

home two or three times a week to drive up town at a mile per minute. Racing back to the boat is equally as unnecessary with the many means available of finding Qui when the boat will be loaded.

After a general review of former mentioned safety measures and results of previous meet ings, meeting was adjourned at 7:30 p. m.

that no-accident record. Let us null together. Our new steward is doing fine and we are really bearin' down at Mess. Several of us recently boosted the stock of the

Simplex Radio Corporation by several points,

J o hnn y Selke, on r second cook,

whose privi lege it was to visit Alc a t r a z i n

C o n n e a ut

(as a

of

the

guest

city

m a n a g e -

m cut),

re

ports sailing is not bad.

Wallace to Ted: "When does fall be

arin?"

mysterious

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Ted: "I don't know when fall begins, but sum mer ends in September at Atlantic City." Mrs. Dahlburg and Mrs. Urdal were guests of their respective husbands for a few days and de parted for home recently. The Captain and Chief seem a bit downcast.

Bum on being closed out of the Park:

"Oh

well, half a loaf is better than no loaf at all."

The story is out, Captain Bill, and we offer our heartiest congratulations.

stowed away in a different place than on the ladders to the boat deck.

The meeting was then adjourned at 2:15.

Str. Calcite—Safety Meetings The fifth meeting of the season was called to order at 7 p. m., Aug. 26th, by the chairman. The usual large attendance of the crew were on hand.

Minutes of the July meeting were read and dis cussed and the committee reports that the safety improvements that were recommended were act ed on.

Wallace, instructing Allen on the finer points of the compass: "Allen, do you know what 180 degrees is?" Allen: "It is something we had in Gary with

1. The coal bunker boards were repaired. This is only temporary and the committee recom mends that a suitable one be put on in the layup

that last load of coal."

2. The ladders are hung clear of the ladder to the boiler house to enable anyone to climb the

It is a wise man who knows when he makes

a mistake and profits thereby.

Several schools of instruction are being form ed in life boat handling and able seamanship, and by fall we will all be ready for those A-B's and lifeboat tickets.

As our Third Mate would say, "I'll go to work and cease this chatter."

Reports of Ships of the Waterways Navigation Company Monday, July 20th at 1 p. m. the third Safety meeting was brought to order by the chairman. meeting

were read and the work and suggestions again talked over with the report that all work had been completed. It was brought up that the emergency stop cable in the tunnel is not always free. The lead to the counter weight passing through a guide

pipe sometimes becomes fouled by coal or stone. It was decided to do away with pipe and install cycbolts for guides. The firemen have been in the habit of dropping their hook between the railing and the steps on

the port side of the fire hold and this practice will be stopped.

There being some wicked looking hooks aft that are used to hang the hose on, it was decid ed to saw them off and make them have a blunt end.

A few broken steps were reported and a check up will be made and new ones ordered. It was decided to inquire around to see if more suitable dust masks could not be obtained as the ones now in use cannot be made to fit the face

tight enough to prevent leaking. It was suggested that the rope

ladder and not have it obstructed. There is

a

lashing provided to hold ladders in place. 3. The railing protecting the scuttle hatch aft was moved to enable anyone to walk between

the deck wench and railing. 4. New planking has been put in on the landing under the after wenches. This was found rotted

thru and was in a dangerous condition.

5. New lines have been put on the landing booms. These lines are renewed at the least sign of wear. The old lines can be used elsewhere.

The chairman addressed the meeting, compli mented the crew on the fine showing. The safe

Str. T. W. Robinson—Safety Meetings After roll call the minutes of last

months.

ty record speaks for itself. So far this season we have had nothing but minor accidents. These

were reported to the proper authority and quick ly attended to. However, the season is just half thru and the worst part is still ahead. He asked the crew to double their efforts for the remain

ing part of the sailing season, not only in his own efforts but to caution anyone else that he might see breaking the safety rulings. The safety slogan —The Calcite

Is

Minded —

to

be

in

kept

mind and that at the the end of season

we

DRIUER5 mflV BE GROUPED

fflTO .THREE "CLASSES '. • Drivers

who

can't help having accidents. •

Drivers who are

will all be there to ans wer the roll

to cause accidents.

cident season,

Drivers good enough to keep

with a

no-ac-

• Since

last we

falls aft be

Safety-

so fnr as accidents are concerned

the

our

meeting have

good enough not '•

"-

out of accidents that others cause.

had

oppor-

WHICH CLASS RRE YOU 111 ?

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tunity to have a chance at manning the life boats, while loading at Sodns. This harbor is a natural one and it was the ideal spot. A boat was launched and Captain Martin took personal charge. All of the crew that were able were

given a chance to show their stuff. The Captain instructed them in the lowering of the boat, in

good weather and bad. He gave personal demon onstration in the handling of the oars and sail. explained the use of the sea anchor and answered questions by the hundred. Everyone is looking forward to the next time we can have another drill.

The meeting adjourned at 8:15 p. in.

on the Irish Sweepstakes. I think Capt. Martin has something to say about that. We are fortunate to have with us again this

year August Ouade to supply us with all needed in formation.

Wes Sobeck is out looking for annual dollar bet on Notre Dame. Teh, tch. Wes, such gamb ling.

Among the little things that go to make up life is the time when Charley V.ogler, our new deckhand, reported to work with a white cap on. And just what did he do that evening? Nothing but load our dustiest load of coal so far this year.

Personal Items Another year, another Screenings, so a little gossip from the Steamer Calcite, otherwise known as "Old King Coal."

lev.

The Safety Committee has warned the crew not to ask Bill Chain to describe the trout thaL

got away from him in Owen Sound.

Charley Cook is still talking about the terrible management of the respective big league ball teams. We suggest vou apply for the job. Char-

The last

time, he dislocated his shoulder trying to show how long it was. Dean O'Conner, ace deckhand, says that there are three things that a deckhand has to do that

lie does not like and all of them are scrubbing. At that, Walter Callam, our esteemed second officer, recalls that once he had a deckhand who

liked the job—and now he is in the insane asy

John Bigelow, our suffering seaman from the big city, spends half the days trying to figure out how he can get more sleep. Ever hear of anyone over-sleeping for three meals in one day? Ask John how it's done.

In closing, we would like to offer our congrat ulations to Mr. and Mrs. Albert llollniauon on

their new arrival, Gary Albert. Also to Mr. and

Mrs. Eric Winters, a girl born to them July 28, 1936.

lum where he belongs.

Among the great baseball teams of past or present, consideration must be given to the ag gregation cavorting under the colors of the Steamer Calcite. Some of the plays are unbeliev able. .Most of them, in fact. After watching the boys, Jack Leonard, eminent on food and its uses, states "They may not be SO good in the field, but take it from me, they can't lie beat at

the plate."

Yielding to the inarch of progress, at last wc

are Sporting an aluminum painted A-frame and boom.

No longer need we hang our heads in

shame—the Calcite's is as shiny as the rest. Bill Chain, our third mate, thinks the deck

hands are getting more experienced. Reports Bill. "I know they're getting experience. When we unload, every time they see me coming down the deck, they hop in the cargo hold and sit on the ledtres."

Captain Chink after making a few trips with us, left us at Calcite. We been wondering if be left because Capt. Martin caught hiin wearing his new hat. which, by the way, was given to him by the citizen of Owen Sound. Steve Vacott and Jack Leonard are already

talking about the money they are going to win

Clare Wade. Wallace Sonev and Allan Strand

(just his left arm) being interrupted in their labors bv Leo Schefke with his dinner bell.

"Is vour husband much of a provider, M.alin-

dy?" ' "He ain't nothin' else. Ma'am. He's get some new furniture, providin' he money; he's gwine to get the money, he goes to work: he's gwine to work, the job suits him. I never see such a

gwine to gets the providin' providin' providin'

man all mail davs."

Never explain : your friends do not need it and your enemies will not believe you anyway.

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poltttrkpra

plant at der present writing so I vill haf to make dis a short ledder for dis time bud der editor iss

doing bedder dis year mit der Screenings by gifing us more issues unt dot iss all to der good for ve all enjoy dem very much. Veil Bill Kowalskie hass got his new motor boat finished at last after vorking on id for two years unt now ve vill see Bill out on der high seas bud id vass a good thing dot Bill vas not vone of der ship carpenters ven Noa built his ark or ve vould not haf had any animals left der flood vould haf got here before der ark vas compleated.

Henly vass a very bussy man during der time of der vater shortage in der town explaining to der vimen vhy der vater vass oily but R. B. ex plained efery thing so now dot der supply is O.

Al §$t\\napB\t My dear Mitzie: Veil der time is hear for der politickers to come around mit a schmile on der face like der

K. again he hass got vone job less. Youst as soon

as anything goes wrong in der town call up R. B. He vill know, dot iss der penelty of being one of der city fathers. Veil Mitzie I vill haf to come to a close for dis

fellow dot iss satisied mit life unt schlap you

time as id iss getting late and der frau iss scold

on der back, and say my dear Scherman Friend, unt greet you youst like a long lost bruder. Bud

ing aboud staying up so late dot I can nod get up in der morning. Vone can nefer satisfy dem. So I vill haf to say good by for dis time unt write

ven der election iss offer id

will be der dam

Dutch beat us again.

Veil der old Herring Schnappers are ad id again. Fred Bady unt Charlie Greiwatch so dot is a sighn dot der coal buying vill soon be here again unt der sour krout vill be in der kig. I haf nod got any news of our old friend Dave this time for he has been laying low unt does nod get into any arguments mit der boys. Probably he iss to bussy trying to figure oud how he iss going to vote dis fall. I vas youst vondering vhy der government does nod try der same scheam dot dey did mit der pigs unt der veat mit der politickers plow dem under for der seames to be an awful surplus crop of dem dis fall. Unt dey are all going to change der whole works for us. Dey should not haf any dust bowl by dis fall any place by der

you more next time.

So gutea nacht

Schnopsie P. S. George Felitzer iss der boy to get to vork in der morning but I think dot his clock vent wrong der oder morning for he punched in at 5:45 and so he had only two hours before he vent

to vork. I think dot George better bring his bed mit him ven he goes to vork so early. Elsewhere

P.

foursome

lieve

been

safety slogan for der car boys.

Veil Mitzie der news is very scare around der

which,

him,

having

had

its

difficulties. While we admit there was considerable

take unt Frank vas releifed also ven he found

Peter in dis life or der next bud id seams nice

has

if we are to be

Vas der poor kid embarased ven he saw his mis

to get your feet off der ground vonce in a vile. Veil Joulious has der new pavement finished at der plant unt now dot der road iss all in vone pice id iss a credit to der plant. Now Joe Valen tin der Safety Director should put up a sighn dot (Careful drivers are alvays survivors) as a

Kinville

expounded at length about a

amount of mud dot vill be flying around. Frank Lamp thought dot he fell heir to a new family der oder night up ad der fire ven a young ster walked up to him unt said lets go home pa. oud dot he vas nod adopted. Some of der boys had a great time at der air meet going up in der taxie planes. Boehmer says dot is der nearest dot dey vill get to Saint

in

this issue a golfer by the name of J.

argument at times nevertheless,

it

seemed to be a necessary part of the game. And folks, here's a secret—Jack had to have a part in this scrap, so he gets himself a 3 on hole num ber 4 and here we have a picture of him convinc ing Raymond that with J. P. K. as a partner, the refreshments would always be on the other fel lows ; and we think visions of the latter sort of had a convincing effect on Les as Jack sold him self. As for the actual results, we of the minor ity have our doubts, but are willing to admit that

time will tell, as there is something in Lester's element of chance.

Was That Somebody You?

Somebody did a golden deed, Proving himself a friend in need; Somebody sang a cheerful song, Bright'ning the sky the whole day long— Was that somebody you? Somebody thought 'tis sweet to live

Willingly said, "I'm glad to give,"

Somebody fought a valiant fight, Bravely he lived to shield the right. Was that somebody you? Somebody idled all the hours, Carelessly crushed life's fairest flow'rs; Somebody made life loss, not gain, Tho'tlessly seemed to live in vain— Was that somebody you?

Somebody filled the days with light, Constantly chased away the night; Somebody's wrork bore joy and peace, Surely his life shall never cease, Was that somebody you? —John R. Clements.

YOU WOULDN'T DRIVE OFF Mesze.

THEN WHY GO WHEN

THE LIGHT XIS RED

^y\fo czrfaaidsnt cJjonox cJ\oii

J-^zhaibnznt

0\

SjK

^Joisman or (lafitain

BLASTING CREWS

Theo. Haselhuhn

CARPENTER SHOP

Chas. Hoffman

DRILLS

Thomas Kelley

DRILLS

John Dembny

ELECTRICAL CREWS

Frank Reinkc

MACHINE SHOP MILL

William Heller

Adolph Sorgenfrei

MILL

Max Belmore

POWER HOUSE

Geo. C. Wing

SHOVELS

N. W. Pollock

TRACKS

John Modrynski

TRACKS

Peter Giovangnoria

TRANSPORTATION

C. C. Eldridge

TRANSPORTATION

Victor Koch

YARD

Julius Zemple

TUGS

Capt. Walter Peppier Chief Frank Lamp

DETROIT DOCK STR. CARL D. BRADLEY

STR. B. PI. TAYLOR

E. B. Metzen

Capt. F. F. Pearse Chief John Sparre

Capt. M. R. MacLean Chief Thos. Suttle

STR. W. F. WHITE

Capt. C. A. Thorsen Chief J. A. Anderson

Published monthly by the Michigan Limestone & Chemical Company, Rogers City, Michigan, in the interest of Safety and Welfare.

The columns of "Calcite Screenings" are open to receive items of plant news,

photographs,

cartoons, safety

suggestions and other items of general plant interest. Contributions will be welcomed from all employees. All such contributions should be received before the first of each month and should bear the name of the de

partment, and the sender and should be addressed to the editor. I-all

E D 1 T O R

Issue

October, 1936

L S

Oociai Oeeiinty Act

Prepare For Winter Summer is gone.

I A

J. A. VALENTIN, Editor.

Fall is slipping away and

heating apparatus or plant to safeguard against

The Federal Social Security Act was enacted by the last Congress in August of 1935 and com prehends two separate and distinct divisions or functions. Unemployment Insurance and Federal Old Age Benefits. According to law and begin ning January 1, 1937, it becomes mandatory upon this company to deduct a tax from the wages and other remuneration paid to its employees and we give you here a brief summary of the law as it will affect you and the benefits to be

fires.

derived.

winter will soon be with us.

While this in some

localities may not mean much but in our partic ular section, it calls for preparedness and forti fication against winter. In the program of some, this may mean much or little but to the majority it means fuel, provisions, clothing, bouse insul ation by the way of storm doors and storm win dows and last but not least a eheck-up oil the While We hesitate to be continually quoting statistics, there is hardly a more graphic way

of presenting facts. Burning must be a horrible death, yet fire losses annually cause the loss of some 10,000

Unemployment Insurance

Employees of this company are not affected by this section of the law until such time as the State of Michigan adopts an Unemployment Insurance law.

when it is possible that the

lives. 'This should cause some concern. We all fear fire— that is. lire out of control—

State act may levy both the employer ployee. The Federal employers only. Federal Old Age

but this fear is not sufficiently acute to serve as a satisfactory

sales appeal for fire protection. The average individual could live many times over a normal

a tax on and em law taxes Benefits

This division of the act is to

permit the establishment of a national old-age annuity sys tem and is solely a Federal

span of life before being burn ed to death or having any member of his family seriously

function. It is under this divis

burned, but averages do not

ion that a tax on wages is ex

afford any degree of comfort when you or your child arc burned, or your borne is lost in flames. An indemnity paid by a fire insurance company can never completely compen sate for tbe disruption of the home caused by fire. Home fires originate largely through faulty

acted from both the employer

Construction or installation of equipment or the improper maintenance, care or operation of the

equipment and faulty electric wiring. Poorl) erected or rusted stove pipes and old chimneys

and employee beginning with January 1, 1937. A brief sunitrary of this section of the law follows:

1. The lax applies to all em ployers of one or more per sons and to the employees, ex cept those specifically excluded, and on wages or other remuneration paid up to $3080 for any calendar year.

2. The rate of tax payable by both employer and employee is as follows:

cause no end of trouble.

1937. 1938 and 1939

1

Children are naturally attracted by fire and while standard recommendations lor prevention of fires by children are to keep them away from these ba::ards. early instruction in the proper use

1940, 1941 ami 1942 1943, 1944 and 1945 1946. 1947 and 1948

\y2 percent 2 percent 2>4 percent

1949 and thereafter

3

ami control of fires should not be neglected.

Probably one hazard in which local people take a chance more than—

(Contto»«a "" ease 8so>

percent

percent

3. Contributions are not required for or from the following employees: (a) Agricultural la

borers; (b) Domestic—

ccon-umtoa on. a?*so ossj

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Annual oalety Congress

JMore Children Hurt

Significant developments which have marked the past year in the field of safely and accident prevention were brought out at the Twenty-

The 193o traffic accident record of persons from 5 to 24 years of age continues unfavorable.

Fifth Annual Safety Congress held at Atlantic City. October 5-9. at which over 9000 delegates

will be killed in automobile accidents during 1937. Truly this is an alarming situation and one deserving of considerable thought, particu larly among parents.

were in attendance, representing practically ev ery phase of life in which accidents occur. Industrial leaders, .safety advocates, educators, insurance men and public officials crowded the various convention sections during the week, and at Convention Hall were displayed safety

devices and equipment of practically every con ceivable nature.

Governor Harold G. Hoffman of Xew Jersey delivered the welcoming address to the dele gates and many leaders of our industrial life

presented safety in its various phases and ramiiieations during the week. In all there were four hundred speakers listed to talk at the different section

meetings, of which there were about fortw Conventions,

clubs

and

American

According to statisticians one child in

National Safety Council officials estimate that accidental death in the United States this year will reach 110,000. This is 10.000 more than last

year. Sixty percent of the increase is due to the excessive heat during the summer, heat pros tration, sunstroke, blow-outs due to hot tires, and other conditions where the heat was a prime factor and 40% is chargeable to home accidents.

Just where this will lead unless more people make accident prevention part of their lives is 1lard to predict. States, cities, municipalities, and practically every existing organization have at one time or

like

other business

luncheon

phases life,

of

of

a

instituted

safety

some

program.

Some have been a continuous whole hearted effort and oth

are

ers have been spasmodic flares. Just what the people individu ally are going to do. if any thing, is hard to say. Probably

ical remarks. Some critics would lead one to think that

convention delegates

another

kind

frequently the object of satir all

three

are

playboys and that such gath erings are wasted energy.

not very much unless there is a

grand

awakening.

The

few

The great majority of dele gates at most conventions,

people who are now interested

however, are serious minded men and women who are look

the surface of the millions who

in safety have only scratched

should make it part of their business to do what they can

ing for new ideas and methods which will help them in their

problems.

The popularity of the Safety Congress as a medium for the exchange and advancement ol safety ideas continues to grow, and this was evi denced by the increase in attendance this year. It was the editor's privilege to again attend the convention this year, and it is difficult to convey the magnitude of a gathering of this kind to anyone not in attendance where para mount in the minds of all is the idea of spreading the gospel of safety in such a way that it will affect every individual in our great country to the extent that accidents will be decreased and

the pain, misery and sorrow attending them eliminated from our lives. -Mr. C. II. Watson. Medical Director of the Am

erican Telephone & Telegraph Company was elec ted President of the Council and Mr. \V. H. Cam

eron, Managing Director for the ensuing year. On Thursday of Convention week an interest ing and enjoyable luncheon meeting of United Stales Steel Corporation— (Continued ..>. Pajjo :'sl"

to prevent accidents.

The vast majority think of safety as being the other fel low's job and not anything per taining or that can happen to them, and while this is the general trend of thought ambulances and hospitals will continue to be bltsy. Just Do ll —Atitl iSmilc

What good did it do—to be grouchy today? Did your surliness drive any troubles away?

Did you cover more ground than you usually do Because of the grouch that you carried with you ? if not. What's the use of a grouch or a frown, if it won't smooth a path or a grim trouble drown.

If it doesn't assist you. it isn't worth while,

Your work may be hard, but just do it, and SMTLF.

—Author Unknown.

Have- you ever asked yourself—What about to-morrow if yon meet with an accident today?

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Oocial Oecuriry Act

Our .Honor JlvoII We regret that it has been necessary to re

move two units of our Operation from our Cal cite Screenings Honor Roll, who have in the past been enjoying en viable no accident experiences. It

was

neeessarv

to

remove

the

Steamer

JOHN G. MUXSOX from the Honor Roll be cause of a lost time accident sustained by Al fred (R.oyce) Tulgetski when he inadvertently caught two fingers between a cable and moor

ing post. While this accident caused several weeks' lost time, no permanent or serious dis

(Continued trona

Page ns.t)

servants: (c) Casual labor not in course of em ployers business; (d) Persons over 61 years of

age: (e) Government employes; (f) Employes in certain non-profit organizations : (g) Officers or crew of vessels documented under laws of

United States or foreign countries.

4. The first benefits are payable beginning January. 1942. 5. To receive benefits, applicants must be 65 years of age and must have received not less

than $200Cftotal wages after December 31. 1936,

ability resulted.

and before reaching 65. Wages must have been

Another accident on the Steamer M UN SON occurred later to Ivan Bannon when he acciden

paid to him tin some day in each of 5 years after

tally fell through a partly open hatch into the cargo bold. Usually this type of accident is se rious ami generally fatal. However, Ivan, though

quite thoroughly shaken, was back at work in The other unit to lose its place of honor was

the Buffalo Plant which after two years with perfect records had two accidents causing loss of time. One of these resulting in

several days lost time Gorman,

to a

6. The amount of monthly benefits is deter mined upon total wages received after Decem ber 31, 1936. and prior to age 65 and and not

counting wages in excess of $3000 for any cal

two weeks.

happened

December 31. 1936, and before reaching 65. Ben efits are reduced to those over 65 and employed

endar year, as follows:

First $3000 at 1-2 per cent. Next $42,000 at 112 per cent. All over $45,000 at 1-24 per cent. 7.

John

foreman,

maximum, $85.00. 8.

when he slipped and struck the conveyor The other was a foot

injury t o Nelson Church, resulting in weeks

lost

A Reminder of What We May Expeet in a Few Months.

time and was the re

sult of dropping an

minimum

paid is'$10.00 and the

who wdiile repairing a sacking machine in jured his left side

several

The

monthly benefit to be

beam

which

was

being

moved.

While we regret the removal of the Steamer MUXSOX and the Imffalo Plant from our Hon

If an

individual

dies before reaching age 65. his estate will be paid 3!/2 per cent of total wages, not counting wages in ex cess of $3000 paid in any calendar year,

paid to him with res pect to employment after December 31, 1936. 9. If an individual dies after reaching 65 and before benefits paid amount to 3pj percent as above

outlined, his

estate will

receive a

sum

or Roll, we are glad none of these accidents have had permanent or serious effects. We know that both units are conscientious supporters of

equal to the amount by which such Zx/> percent exceeds the monthly benefits paid to him during

Safety First and that these accidents will tend

10. The contribution paid by the employee tin • der this section of the law is designated as an income tax and is imposed in addition to other taxes. It is not deductible in calculating annual personal income tax.

to accelerate rather than retard or dampen their efforts in accident prevention. We overheard one fellow say to another on a street corner: "You know, the pedestrian hasn't

his life as retirement benefits.

the rights of an ant today!'' Maybe so. But anyone who has ever watched ants g"ing very efficiently about their business know that if traffic lights were needed in the ant world the

Calcite and a gentle reminder that winter is not far off and that it might be wise to get the coal

wise little insects would certainly obey them.

bin filled and the larder well stocked.

A man who leaves his children habits of indus

try provides for

them better than by

them a fortune.—Whatelv.

giving

The photograph on this page was taken last

winter: a natural bridge of ice off the shores of

Be at war with your vices, at peace with your

neighbors and let your new year find you a better man.—Ben Franklin.

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OkJyimBdadDLjyiiH -Dy .Lucas o. L

ee

O loole, OOrgenlrei and Bellmore talking it over.

Do you remember way back when the "Sixty Crusher," enclosed in a sheet iron building, stood near the

present

site of the "A-Drive

House" and across the road the "Old Mill" took

the stone from the head of "A" conveyor, graded

cube of stone ami reduce it into salable sizes.

Following along with this program, in the sum mer of 1929 designs were prepared and before the close of the operating season, erection of the new screening station was started.

It was com

it, and cast it forth to be carried to the storage

pleted on schedule and placed in operation in

piles.

the spring of 1930. Usually when an operating company, such as ours, decides on a major construction program,

While we speak of the "Old Mill" and the "Old Crusher House." they were relatively new. be cause changes and additions had been made con tinuously in both of these units since their con

contracts are made with a company which spec ializes in this type of work. They bring in their

struction in 1911. Increasing shipments and the

own foundation men. steel erectors, electricians,

demand for a greater range of products made

and millrights, and turn the buildings over to the operators when they are completed and all of the machinery is in place, tested out. and ready to run.

these alterations necessary, together with larger and additional storages.

From the corrugated iron building shown in the accompanying illustration to the screening station pictured on the front cover of this issue. represents a great change. There has been a corresponding change in the product turned out by these units. In the old days the customers'

quarry department provided the equipment and

desire for a high calcium stone was such that he was willing to take a more or less poorly graded

dations were poured by the yard department,

material in order to secure a stone that would

changes, and the wiring for light and power "was

meet his high chemical requirements. Today lie demands in addition to the highest chemical analysis a closely sized and evenly graded product to get at his best efficiency. With the "new mill" we are able to satisfy this demand. In 1926 a construction program which contemplated the rebuilding of the preparation units of the plant was started and in that year the "Xew Crusher House" was erected. The old

crusher was placed in this

building

and is held in reserve as a spare in case of a major breakdown

crusher

to

the

which

is

new

JVlaiiilenatice

also

Ard

a "Sixty inch." that is. it will take a

five foot

Xvcpnir Crew

In the construction of the Crusher House, all of the work was done with our own men. The

personnel for the excavations, forms were con structed by the carpenter gang, concrete foun

tl • • achine shop made the required machinery

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Boat

Load nig Crews.

installed by the electrical department. The steel was erected and the machinery placed by the

be complete without telling of the work which has been done on the boats of the Bradley Trans

mill men. In the

portation Company, Three years ago it was de cided to change the location of the winter quar ters for some of the boats in order to provide work for a part of the plant men during the win ter months. The Cheboygan River, being a pro

construction of this

Screen

House, the work was largely done by the same crews except that, due to the size of the building, it was necessary to start erection before the

close of one operating season in order to have it ready for the next, and therefore, a portion of

tected anchorage located near Calcite, was se

the steel erection and the brickwork was let to

lected for the new location.

ontside contractors.

The first year two boats were laid up at Che boygan, the CALCITE and the JOHN G. MUN-

It is with a great deal of pride that we point out these units, together with the various other

buildings and structures about the plant, and say that they were built by our own men. The men can also be proud and truly look on the plant as their plant because they built it. installed the machinery, and now operate it. All this construc tion work was accomplished under the able di rection of our smiling mill foreman, Hilary 0Toole. assisted by Max Belmore and Adolph Sorgenfrei. Hilary is really the father of the mill because he is in charge of the operation from the

SOX. The work done by the plant men consist ed principally of hopper and tank top repairs. Some 35,000 rivets were removed, the holes reamed and countersunk, and new rivets driven.

About half of them were in watertight compart ments. Steel plates and frames were replaced where necessary. A large part of the men en gaged on this work were from the mill crews at

Calcite. Although their job for eight months of the year is operating and maintaining the ma

lime the stone enters the crusher house until it

chinery which prepares the quarry run stone and loads it into the boats, they are entirely at home

is loaded into the boats, and he has been largely

on steelwork.

As w"c look down the list, we

responsible for i t s tion

construc since the

first

building

w a s

erected

twenty - f i v e years ago.

The story of t h e

construc tion work un dertaken and

a c co m p 1ished by the plant men would not

Operating CrewBel Iin on- .%

51i.ii.

<*

-

•

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find riggers, welders, burners, layout men. and riveting crews consisting of drivers, buckets, heaters, and passers. The successful completion of the work laid out for the first year indicated that a more elab

orate program could be undertaken for the next year, and so, in addition to the necessary hull and boiler work it was decided to make some

major changes to the unloading equipment of three of the boats. The 155 foot boom was taken

from its moorings on the Steamer T. W. ROB INSON and moved in one piece, to the Steamer CALCITE to replace her 122 foot boom, which was scrapped. A complete new A-frame was erected on this boat to handle the longer boom. A new boom 202 feet long was constructed on the ROBINSOX and her A-frame reinforced to take care of the increased load. The Steamer

JOHN G. MUNSON received a 35 foot addition in the middle of her boom and also a reinforced

A-frame. All of this work was originally sched uled for Cheboygan, but the MUXSON had to go to drydock for some underwater repairs, so her part of the construction program was completed at Calcite after the lakes opened in the spring. Construction work of this type had never before been done outside of a shipyard with their shear legs, cranes, and other aids to construction. Last year the work at Cheboygan was similar to that done the first two winters, but it was

spread out over a greater area because five boats of the Bradley Transportation Company fleet were laid up there. The only missing mem

ber of the family was the flagship, the Steamer CARL I). BRA 1)1.FV.

The men who have been engaged on this work deserve a great deal of commendation because of their safety record. Construction and repair

there were days when the thermometer stood at 35 below—with attendant ice and snow haz

ards, and all of

the jobs were

completed on

schedule without a serious accident.

Although it might seem, in this story about the men who operate the mill, that the work they do outside of the operating season has been unduly stressed, it is because the spectacular out n\ the ordinary things catch the eye and rou tine work is taken for granted. They are just as safe and alert in their daily operating jobs as they are on construction work. It has been over five years since a lost time accident was charged

against the mill crews. A record, such as ibis, would not be possible without the cooperation

of every man. They believe in SAFETY, think SAFETY, talk SAFETY, and work safely. Construction of the new screening station per mitted us to supply the kind of stone demanded by old customers and also to develop new mar kets.

The construction stone market has been

invaded, and this small child has developed into a healthy, growing youngster. The second ar rival, stone sand, although still young, is doing fine. The new baby, high magnesia flux, gives

promise of being a welcome addition to the fam ily. All of these new products require special preparation. Xew kinds of machinery have been

necessary throughout the life of the mill, but new kinds of men have not been required. Many of the faces we now see were here in the early days of the operation. They grew with the plant.

Operating

as we do in

two shifts

where,

one man is responsible for a certain part of the machinery half of the time and another man the other half of the time, it would be easy to blame the failure of the machine on the other fellow,

work is different from the same type of workashore. Heavy pieces of equipment must be

but these, two men on opposite shifts are a team, whose object is that there shall be no delay in production because of careless maintenance in

moved from the dock to the boat, across decks

their part of the plant.

and down hatches, to its ultimate destination. Much of this work was done in zero weather—

their objective is shown by the fact that the mill has operated a whole season with an average

How well they achieve

Operating Crew Oorgeti Ire i s Sh.h. •

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delay of 21 seconds per thousand tons of stone produced.

Prepare Tor Winter

Machinery requires repairs and adjustments during the shut down period, belts wear out and

any other is the use of kerosene to kindle fires.

must be changed, screens and idlers must be greased, ami screen cloths must be changed. For

for years without any trouble.

this reason there is a maintenance and repair crew whose job is to take care of all of these

things that cannot be done by the operating crews during their tour of duly. In addition to this work, they do the minor construction jobs

which come up during the Operating season and assist in boat loading. They also function as re serves ami supply men to the operating crews when they are short handed because of sickness or for other reasons.

There is some man in the

repair crew who can fill any vacancy in one of the operating crews.

The description of the mill operation has. up to this point, been of production and mainten ance, but production would soon stop and main tenance would not be required if the stone was not loaded into the boats by the loading crews.

When a boat is being loaded, most of the work is in the tunnels so the loading crews are not seen as much as some of the other men, but

their job is not neglected because it is hidden. All of the mill crews can be. lumped together when we saw "They do their job well."

Detectives were questioning a negro charged with stealing a typewriter. Not getting any where, one of the officers brought in the ma chine. "I.awzec. man," the negro exclaimed. "You calls that a typewriter? Ah thought it was a cash register Ah was stealinV Music is the natural and universal language of the world.

(Continued from Page IMF*J

Yet some people will tell you they have done -this But when it does

catch up with him. it will be too late. Dry clean ing in the home using gasoline or other inflam mable liquids is equally dangerous and there are many more fire hazards in the home with which

most of us are thoroughly familiar. Spontaneous

combustion is an insidious fire cause. Paints, pol ishes and oils, rags and mops or clothing bunch ed together or hung in a closet can generate sufficient heat to cause a fire. A dunnage closet is usually a fire trap.

Ordinary good housekeeping helps greatly in reducing the amount of

combustible material

from the viewpoint of fire prevention. Good housekeeping consists not merely in order and neatness but in the removal of all unnecessary accumulations and combustible material which

may become ignited. So in preparing for winter, it may be well to make a survey with special attention directed toward fire hazards in our home.

Annual Oalety Congress iCmliniiLil (rum Pllge 08-O

delegates was held. At this meeting Mr. Harry A. Schultz reviewed the accident experiences of the various Corporation subsidiaries during the past year and offered valuable suggestions rel ative to the carrying on and adding impetus to our no accident campaigns'. This meeting also afforded an excellent op portunity for the Safety delegates of Corpora tion subsidiaries to establish closer relations and

exchange ideas on accident prevention.

Below—The OKI Mill, As It Looked In Earlier Years, Before It \fas Changed And Rebuilt.

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nriLnq cna-<WehÂŁ iJxoauction ^lil/jniEnt^ at C^aLcltz By Willard J. Mu.ult At the present time sixteen weightometers are used for the purpose of weighing the stone

produced by the quarry. It is weighed in the Screen house where it is washed and graded to

six different sizes: openhearth. flux, and sizes No. 1. 2. 3, and 4: each size being weighed to the different storages. It is then weighed from the storages into the boats. The coal consumed at the

Power House is

weighed by one weigiitometer as is the coal con veyed to the boats for fuel. The weightometers weighing coal and the pro duction from the quarry to the Screen House and then to the storages are Model "&" single-

veyor is empty be proportional to the weight of material at any instant on the suspended portion of the conveyor. The extreme end of the beam is

connected

with a mechanical integrator or totalizer which is housed in a castinni box supported on the bed frame of the weigiitometer; and so positioned, it may easily be read through the glass window which forms the front of the box.

When no load is on the conveyor, the disc stands vertically and the narrow integrator belt runs at right angles to the plane of the disc, ex erting no rotating effect on the disc. As soon as the load is applied to the conveyor, the weigh

box machines.

beam rises, causing the disc to tilt in proportion

The saleable 0T selling weightometers that weigh the stone to the boats are Model "L" Du

to the load so that the bakelite rollers receive an

plex weightometers, or two-box machines. Each

belt which causes the disc to rotate also, Even

of these boxes weigh one-half of the total load. Therefore, one box is constantly checking the other, errors can be more readily found, conse

a slight tilt will cause the integrator belt to give

quently they are placed on our saleable belts loading stone to the boats.

In general, the Merrick Weigiitometer con sists of a beam and a pair of weighing levers similar in principal to those of the usual plat form scale, but of special design, so that a short

section or portion of the conveyor can be sus pended by four rods which are hung from knife edges contained in the weighing levers support

ing a frame upon which two or three of the con veyor idlers are placed, making a floating plat form over which the conveyor belt travels. The weight of the material on this portion o!

the conveyor, regardless of its distribution, is at any instant automatically counterbalanced by the buoyed cylindrical steel float suspended from near the long end of the weighing beam and par tially immersed in a bath of mercury. Any in crease or decrease of the load on the levers will

cither raise or lower the float in the mercury until the loss or gain in

buoyancy

compensates for

the variation in load. The function of this float is to insure that the move ment of the beam from its

zero position when the con-

Merrick

VV eiglilometer— Two Box Type Flu* Conveyor C2.

end thrusting rotary motion from the integrator

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to the disc a slow rotary motion. The greater the tilt, the more the disc inclines from a verti cal toward a horizontal plane. Thus with a light load on the conveyor, the integrator disc is only slightly tilted and moves slowly; with a heavy load the tilt of the disc and the speed of the ro tation are correspondingly greater. A five-figured counter is mounted on the shaft of the registering disc and the rotations of the

disc are indicated in tons of 2240 pounds. We have been very fortunate to have our weightometers checked by Railroad platform scales, the results were satisfactory. The Western Weighing and Inspection Bureau at Chicago reweighed our boat shipments to the

Universal Atlas Cement Company at Buffington, Indiana. This was before the dock at Buffington was completed, so our boats were dispatched to Chicago where they unloaded into cars that were weighed, and then by rail to the Buffington Plant. The results were that the Western Weigh ing and Inspection Bureau weights were 201,-

567 gross tons against our weights of 201,650 gross tons, an error of 83 tons, or 4 hundredths

of one percent. The Union Carbide Company at Buffalo, New York, also checked our weights of 76,622 gross tons against their weights of 76,553 gross tons, an error of 69 tons, or 9 hundredths of one per cent.

The Baltimore R. R. at Lorain, Ohio, weighed 45,995 gross tons against our 45,846 gross tons, an error of 149 or 3 tenths of one percent. The

Pennsylvania,

Baltimore & Ohio,

vv eigntometer

AssemblyWith Top Cover Removed

Snowing Levers Ana Balancing .Mechanism.

realize this stone is loaded at a minimum rate of

1,000 tons per hour and a maximum rate of 3,600 tons per hour uninterrupted by this weighing device.

The castiron integrator

boxes are

removed

from the scale bed frames at the close of the op erating season and stored until the following year when they are checked for repairs and ad justments. They are then installed and tested ready for use.

In general, the principal of testing a weighto meter is by adjusting the disc to a true perpen dicular position so that it neither gains nor loses when the conveyor belt is running empty, then convey a known weight over the weightometer of about the average stone loading weight and adjust the weightometer accordingly. Readings on the production weightometers are taken every eight hours. This reading tells the amount of stone in tons that the quarry pro duced on that shift and also the amount crushed

by the number sixty crusher. Readings on the graded stone are taken every sixteen hours. This reading is used to compute the number of tons in each of the six storages. The saleable weightometers are read every hour until the cargo is loaded. The total tons

are then placed on the bills of lading, along with the time the boat finished loading, and the draft the boat was loaded to.

and

Erie Railroads weighed 967,881 net tons against our 957,580 net tons, an error of 201 net tons,

Sketch Of Merrick

or 2 hundredths of one percent. In this case our weightometer was 99.98 percent correct. These records can be appreciated when you

The love you liberate in your work is the only love you keep.

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axd&i± drf-'iz LI)i(jz±bnznt± By R. B. Henley Whether your inclination in gardening is to ward vegetables or flowers, your garden is an

investment. Vegetable gardening might be class

come in June, when gardens are crowned with glory, no gardener would be without.

The purchase of spring-flowering bulbs should

ed as a "short term investment."

This is true,

too, of annual flowers, in a sense.

The benefits

not be considered an expense, to be charged to one garden season.

It is an investment. A stock

are secured quickly, but when the short term ol

ol bulbs has been known to produce flowers in

one season is over, plans must be made for a "re-investment"—new planting.

the same garden for a century.

Bulbs, shrubbery and perennials are more in the nature of a "long term investment." Plans for a permanent garden should include all the

above—bulbs for early flowers, shrubbery (ox

Eveii the labor of lifting bulbs after flowering may he dispensed with. All do excellently when left undisturbed year after year. This practice, indeed, is recommended for the daffodils.

And

tulips will suffer small loss if allowed to remain

protection and a background, and perennials f"r

in a bed where they have done well, year after

later flowers and variety—not omitting of course

year.

a sprinkling of annuals in the bulb beds to cover the bareness and for additional variety and an abundance of lovely flowers all summer long.

Spring flowering bulbs are the surest of all garden flowers. The reward to the gardener is

most dependable and satisfying.

If a few simple

rules are followed he can hardly fail to produce flowers of first quality. Within each bull) is a flower, grown half wax-

to maturity by expert methods. Planted in the garden in a well drained place this fall, it will complete its growing in the winter and early

spring, and its flower will greet you before weeds appear. Not even cultivation is required for this har vest. No insects will prey upon the flowers of spring bulbs, and they have no diseases to re quire expert treatment.

Plant all fall bulbs as soon as they can foe ob tained. Daffodils ami hyacinths benefit from

early planting. Tulips should go in when the leaves of trees fall, so they have a season of growth before the ground freezes.

In a case of necessary delay, all fall bulbs can be planted as late as the ground can be worked.

A light mulch placed over the proposed planting spot will keep the frost out, if delay is unavoid able. A mulch over late planted bulbs placed after the ground is frozen, will prevent thawing and heaving.

A complete plant food applied to the soil at the rate of 5 pounds to 100 square feet, raked into the top soil after planting, will benefit the bulbs. A similar application after blooming, where bulbs are left in the ground, will hell) ma ture large bulbs for the next year's flowering.

Spring-flowering bulbs prolong the garden

Use no manure with bulbs, unless iL has been

season by a month at least. Not only that, but among them are flowers which even di:l they

1,1*05cuglily rotted and can be spaded into the ground several months previous to planting.

llN.

BULB

PLANTING CHART

2.N. 'Tufli CROCUS

3,N.

SNOWDROPS

3 in. APART

3in. APART

fk SCILLAS

GRAPE HYACINTHS

W.A3in. APART

3in. APART LlLIUM CANDIDUM 12 in. APART NARCI55U5

,6ro8>N.APARr EARLY TUL1P5 5to6in. APART

'IN.

HARDY

LILIES

I2toI5in. APART

LATE TULIP5 Jto8j*.APART

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Depth of planting is important; and the chart on the preceding page gives the preferred depth for each subject. If planting with a dibber, take care that the bull) rests on the soil and is not "hung"— that is,

left with a hole beneath it caused by the point of the dibber.

Number of Bulbs Required for Planting Diameter of bed

3 4 5 6 7 «S 9 10 11 12

feet feet feet feet feet feet feet feet feet feet

Circular beds 3 inches 4 inches 6 inches 8 inches

apart

apart

apart

127 217 331 469 631 817

95 127 225 271 410 469 650 721 940 1027

37 61

37

91

60

1027 1261 1519 1801

127 169 217 271 331 397 469

apart

78 96 127 156 190 240 271

Tttlips—a familiar and beautiful flower in this Community, originated in Asia and were brought to Europe about the year 1634. They became

Why Every Voter Should Vote Our American form of government is based

on the Constitution which guarantees every United States citizen certain rights and privi leges. This form of government was obtained after a hard fought struggle which led to war with its toll of death and suffering. One of these rights is the right to vote. Only

by consent of the majority, as expressed in their votes, can the fundamental law of this country be changed. The power to execute our laws, levy taxes and pass new laws within the Constitution is vested

in the duly elected representatives of a majority of voters.

The Constitution cannot lie lawfully changed except by the coscnt of a majority of voting citi zens. Unless every voter exercises his right to vote, it is possible that a minority faction may gain control of governmental affairs. Every voting citizen should be conscious of the importance of voting as this is the. onlv way to maintain our government by majority rule.

tremendously popular, and as the soil of Holland

Remember, the ballot is secret. The true wish

was suited to their growth, a great business de veloped in growing them. This popularity grew into a hysteria; every one went •"tulip mad" and individual bulbs were sold for as high as $10,000. As prices for these

of the people can only be expressed when votes are cast in large numbers. Your patriotic duty is to vote. Patriotism—By Daniel Webster I was born an American; I live an American;

very ordinary bulbs increased, people pooled I shall die an American; and L intend to per

their money to buy shares in them, companies were organized and millions of dollars were in vested.

Promises of strange new colors increased "tulipmania," but the people had no especial in terest in the beauty of the flower—it was an op portunity to get rich quickly. Then suddenly— in 1637—the panic struck. All Europe was tot-

terittg financially. Bankruptcy swept the entire civilized world. Solemnly the statesmen duly assembled and passed laws forbidding the grow ing of tulips. Something had to bear the blame. At that

form the duties incumbent

upon me in that

character to the end of my career. I. mean to

do this with absolute disregard of personal con sequences. What are the personal consequen ces? What is the individual man, with all the good or evil that may betide him. in comparison with the good or evil which may befall a great coun try, and in the

midst

great

of

trans

IDENTICAL

actions which concern the

INJURIES

cou n t r y 's

time it was an innocent flower. These historic

fate? Let the

Thisman spent

cycles—problems in human nature—have occur

G o n s e quences be what

ten minutes in the First

red again and again.

.And in most instances—a

government "cracks down." A theory of "Kill the Tulips"—is a destruction of wealth to get rid of poverty.

But the tulip in all its beauty is still with us in great variety and at prices within reach ol all. Many seed and flower companies offer won

derful

specials, as low as $2 for 50 excellent

bulbs, sure to bloom next spring.

Start a permanent investment garden this fall —it's not too late.

they

will,

There are two kinds of taxes in this country—

direct and indirect—and we can't escape either.

Aid room* This manwait

too soon, if he

injuru—He

suffer, or if he fall, in the defense of the liberties

The chains of habit are generally too small to be felt until they are too strong to be broken.

I

am careless. No man can s u f f e r too much, and no man can fall

c o

tioii

n

a n (1

ed 5 dans be

fore reporting lost12weeks with blood

poisoning |

s t i t u -

of

h i s

country.

Is the world all wrong? Reform yourself.

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UL ^Manufactuzs Of\J?ock <Wool <^i ^aikLLaA By A. T. iShrum, jMLnrolehead Lime Co.

Rock Wool is rapidly becoming the leading in sulating material in this country because it is the most efficient fire-proof insulation so far conceived by man. The average person thinks of Asbestos, Cork, Celotex, Magnesia, etc., when insulation is mentioned, but Rock Wool is from

thirty to fifty percent more efficient than any of them.

All of these insulating materials obtain their resistance to the passage of heat or cold by en closing and separating air into the smallest pos sible cells or spaces, so that this air retained in the material cannot circulate but is actually what is known as "dead air." That material having the most and smallest air cells or spaces conse

This process of course is continuous and un

less everything, from beginning to end is just right, the wool produced will not be of the best quality. It appears that no one of these is less important than the others and it would take

pages to mention them all. Probably the most interesting to others and the most perplexing to operators and management are the peculiarities of a high temperature furnace. There are no refractories known of that will withstand the

combination of high temperature, chemical re

action and scrubbing action that takes place in this type of furnace. For that reason, no refrac tories are used and the steel walls of the furnace

quently is the best insulating material. Not only

are cooled with a water jacket in just the same way as the cylinders of an automobile engine

are the fibers in Rock Wool so much smaller,

are cooled.

thus making so many more and smaller cells or

the water after it has cooled the furnace. Should

spaces, but they will not burn. So, it may be true that cotton, fur, sheep's wool, feathers, felt, etc., approach Rock Wool in insulating efficien

we fail to keep water circulating thru this jack walls of the furnace.

cy but they will all burn.

steam operated stand-by pumps for use during

The process of producing a fine fibered high quality Rock Wool is a simple yet delicate series of chemical and physical treatments applied to a particular kind of rock. Simple, because it consists of melting rock and blowing it into wool. Delicate, because there are so many chem ical and physical variations which must be kept in balance to produce a quality product. The rock is melted at Marblehead in

what

could be termed a miniature blast furnace using coke as fuel.

The fuel and rock are fed into the

furnace near the top in carefully proportioned quantities and a blast of hot air is directed into the furnace near the bottom.

The rock and fuel

drops slowly to a point where the heat is so in

We also have the radiator to cool

et, it would take just a short time to melt the power failures.

For this reason we have

Because the fuel is fed into the

furnace an hour or more before it is burned and

about a ton of rock is on top of it, there is no way of raising or lowering the temperature in a short time by adding to or reducing the coke feed. Our only control in thio respect is the amount of blast air allowed into the furnace. In turn, the amount of blast air is determined

by the amount of humidity it contains, so the weather is as important to us as it is to the far mer.

Of all the other spectacular phenomena con nected with this process, probably the most in teresting and mysterious is the almost incon

ceivable rate of temperature change that the

the furnace, it drops -into a jet of high pressure

molten rock goes thru at the time it is blown. The rock has an approximate temperature of 3000 degrees F. when it strikes the steam jet, is

steam which blows into one end of a steel lined

blown into the room at the rate of about 3000

tense that the coke is consumed and the rock runs like water. As the molten rock runs out of

room. The force of the steam jet striking the molten rock breaks it into countless particles, each driven at such high speed that it draws out

into a fiber. As these fibers drop to the surface of a slow moving conveyor which forms the floor of the room they are carried out at the opposite end of the room as a blanket of Rock Wool.

The Wool is removed from the conveyor in several forms. It may be packed into bags as loose wool, rolled in any thickness, length and width as batting or may be cut into blocks known as bats. Any of these forms may be "fur ther processed to facilitate easier and more eco nomical applications.

feet per second and is cooled enough in this short time so that it may be picked up in the bare hands.

In other words this rock loses about

2800 degrees in one-sixtieth part of a second Among the many uses for Rock Wool, it is estimated that 60% of the total present national production is used for building insulation, how ever, thousands of tons are used annually for in sulating stoves, refrigerators, stills, tanks, boil ers, coolers, pipe lines, railway cars and hun dreds of other miscellaneous applications. Rock Wool is also one of the best sound absorbing ma terials known. As an example of its value in this field over 400 tons were used to line the

ventilating ducts in Radio City.

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cJ\oilzd <£3tzzL iJ^ioduatLon J5y Hugh 5. Lewis The October 15th issue of the Cleveland Trust

Company Business Bulletin contains an article

of interest to all of us concerned directly and indirectly with the production of steel. We re produce a chart showing the Production of Roll ed Steel in pounds per capita from 1921 to 1936. The solid line in the diagram represents the number of pounds of heavy steel products pro duced annually per capita of the population. At

shapes, and heavy bars.

A ton of steel

will

make a lot of tin cans but will hardly make two rails, so we may well believe that full recovery and the problem of unemployment depends on the revival of construction, modernization of in dustrial plants, and rehabilitation of the rail roads.

When we realize that approximately 700 pounds of limestone goes into the manufacture

the peak of prosperity in 1929 it amounted to of a ton of pig iron for steel making purposes, 381 pounds and dropped to only 72 pounds in we see that the increased consumption of heavy 1932. The production in 1936 will apparently be steel products directly increases the production about 226 pounds so the of limestone, and, of output per person has course, competition de PRODUCTION OF made up about half of its mands that this lime ROLLED STEEL depression loss. LBS stone be produced as ec POUNDS PER CAPITA The dashed line in the 400 onomically as possible. chart denotes the output of light steel products Safety Last—A man during the same period. walking along the street It shows that up to the in a small town in Scot time of the depression land noticed two small we produced almost equal 300 boys on the edge of the

sidewalk, one of the boys was eating some candy, the other watching him

amounts of the two class es of rolled steel. Since

1931, however, the pro portions have been radic ally changed.

The output of light steel did not fall nearly

earnestly.

Wondering what it was all about, the man asked

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the second youngster why he was watching the other lad so closely and

as low at the bottom of

the depression, and the recovery has been more rapid. The per capita pro duction of light steel goods in 1936 will be about as large as it was in 1929 and may be even

the boy replied: "You see it's this way Mister, my mother told me that if I

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ever ate any more color

greater.

The increase in wage earnings of individuals has directly affected the production of light rolled steel. These wage ear ners have bought automobiles, refrigerators, steel furniture, agricultural implements, and goods sold in metal containers. It has resulted in a rapid increase in the output of steel sheets, strips, wire rods, light pipe, and the like. While this demand for light steels has been moving ahead with such vigor, there has been slow recovery in the demand for heavy steel shapes used in construction, the making of capi tal goods, and railroad replacements. For this reason there has been only a gradual increase

in the production

of rails,

plates,

structural

ed candy whistles I would die. I had a penny this morning, so I bought two whistles and gave one to Wee Willie Thompson. That is it he is eating now, and if he doesn't die I am going to eat the other one."

A similar picture is to be seen in our safety activities, someone comes along with a new thought on safety, to some it appears too sim ple, to others rather complex, but they would like to wait and watch the results obtained by the originator and if he and his survive they may give it a trial.

organization

If any man seeks for greatness, let him for get greatness and ask for truth, and he will find both.—Horace Mann,

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^Uowi cJfsattn czrfnd cyy\lnz ijtop -Lhinking— This Is The Order Given For Prompt 51eep Persons often worry because they know they ought to have more rest and sleep. There may be many reasons why they are not getting it. The first thing to do after the wish to over come the difficulty is to gain knowledge of cer tain factors in sleep. A visit to the doctor will

rule out illness. Knowing how to relax and lie still is fundamental in getting sleep. Here again thoughts are important. Some worriers try to get to sleep with their thoughts running a mile a minute; thoughts that are driving and pushing them instead of the kind that help to bring about relaxation. Dismiss thought and relax. If these two or ders can be carried out completely, any one can get to sleep without delay. Sound living and generally good hygiene are also contributing factors to the courtship of Morpheus. Obedience to the first order, howev er, cannot be achieved by stubbornly declaring, "I will stop thinking." One can stop it only as one might stop rowing or swimming when the intention is to float. Merely relax, mentally and physically. And this is an art which can be learned.

Although physical pain and mental discomfort or excitement tend to discourage sleep, the technic of dismissal and forgetting which can be learned will carry you off. This technic involves both the developing and discarding of habits, and the habit of waiting until certain physical and mental tensions relax is an unnecessary one which must be abandoned.

In many cases the method of dealing with the problem of adequate sleep is planning the daily program to get sufficient number of hours for sleep and to have a quiet relaxing time leading up to rest. To release tension, amusing stories have a relaxing effect. Music and art activities have their effect, for under their influence we will learn how to be quiet without any thought of sleep. Hot baths, warm drinks and reading are prac tices which may have certain benefits for the encouragement of relaxation, but they should be discouraged as unwholesome procedures. There should be no suggestion, no numbing pro cess, no hypnotism in the method of securing sleep. Regularity in the hour of retiring should be the keynote.

Cheaper is it to prevent diphtheria than it is to cure it.

No one wdio loves—misunderstands.

jjtop -Daby s C_ry— .Mother s Common Sense Should Decide

Babies may cry because of temper or because they have been spoiled and simply want atten

tion. Generally, however, babies cry because of discomfort, pain, hunger, or even of nervous ness, avers Elizabeth Willis DeHuff in her ar ticle, "Why Let Babies Cry?" which appears in the October issue of Hygeia. A wise mother soon learns to distinguish be tween the different sorts of cries her baby emits, and if she uses common sense she will also know when she should heed them and when

not, according to the author. Merely because the book on baby care says that the baby should not be picked up when he cries is no reason why the infant should be allowed to wail until some

thing really serious results or until a detrimen tal habit forms.

No two children in the world will respond in the same ways to the same treatment. Now She Can Cry Of course when the child is only crying from a bad disposition she should be allowed to "cry it out" uninterrupted and isolated for a while until her disposition improves. Says the author, "When my second baby was small I had an In dian maid who adored the baby. Watch her as carefully as I might, the maid always found op portunities to humor the baby, giving her any thing she wanted and making the older child, a mere baby, too, give in to her. "Soon the second one acquired the habit of screaming whenever she was crossed. I put her during one of these tantrums into an unused room, being careful that she could in no way hurt herself, and left her. This was such a new

.experience that she cried only a short time. "I opened the door; but as soon as she saw me she began crying again and I closed the door. Next time I did that, she remained quiet. So I picked her up, saying, "Now she's a sweet baby." Next day when she began to cry from temper I did the same thing. She could not talk. Yet when I finally opened the door she exclaimed, 'Now!' and smiled at me through teary lashes." And so there are times when a baby should be allowed to cry and occasions when she should not. Only the common sense of a calm mother

can decide. If this mother needs moral support for this discipline of crying, a good doctor will srive it.

There's wisdom in the injunction from the table hungry."

Revenge should be eaten cold.

'get up

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—/fee czrfnxzxlcan d\zd C^xo±± Annual Roll Call

Commencing 1 lie Week Ol -Nov. 2nd IJy .Norman xioelt The American Red Cross is an institution in

which our people in every walk of life and in

to the top of the list as far as Michigan is con cerned. With a good return in the Roll Call this

every section of the nation can unite in the com

season we should probably lead the state in per

mon tie of brotherhood. It represents them in their desire to be of service to suffering human ity. It knows no distinction of race, creed, or color. There an- no boundary lines either state or national in its never ending mission of mercy

centage according to population. The members in Presque Isle County in the

lor those who are in distress.

During the last year the Red Cross was called upon in 105 occasions to render aid in stricken communities.

These

involved

assistance

in

floods, shipwreck, earthquakes, fires, tornadoes, hurricanes, typhoons, forest fires, epidemics, ex plosions, bombings, landslides. and other types of disaster. $5,232.052.48 was spent by the Red Cross

for

this

disaster

relief.

iast Roll Call were as follows:

Rogers Township

525

Balance of County

185

Total

710

In Rogers Township are included the members from the Bradley Trans. Co. as well as all the employees of the Michigan Limestone and Chem ical. Co.

Mr. Clymer. who has so ably taken care of the duties ol" Roll Call Chairman

the last few years, is again at the head of the drive for mem

bers this year and the canvass

Through this same period some

lor

222,693 people were given

Plant and on the Boats on the week of Nov. 2nd. after this the drive will be made for members

in

structions in first aid. The life

saving

service

enrolled 80.961

persons. Many other branches

members

will

start

in the

Health nursing and Volunteers for the making of clothes for the needy have given service

throughout town and in the bal ance of the County. More than half of the money received dur ing this roll call is retained by the local chapter, the balance

which if valued in dollars

being sent on to the

of its service, such as

Public

and

National

cents would be far beyond the amount of money which the

Headquarters to use in aiding the needy and suffering in

American Red Cross has avail able to use.

times of disaster.

The Roll Call is the annual in

vitation to the public part in the work of Cross. It is the one ity during the year

to have a the Red opportun for every

man and woman to renew his or her member

Every man. woman and child

who joins the Red Cross sup ports its

the

various services

preservation of

health,

and

for

for

life and

helping the

needy and distressed. You can be very proud to wear the little red cross button

ship in Red Cross and show that they are in sym pathy with the work of the organization. The Red Cross in the United States is supported en tirely by your contributions and membership at

and be able to say that you are aiding in the work of helping all who need a helping hand in

this.' the Annual Roll Call. The response to the Roll Call last year was one of the best that Presque Isle county has ever had. They are second to only one other County in the entire State of Michigan. Grosse Isle was the only one to have a better return in percent of population. This is proba bly due to the fact that in population they areonly about one eighth as large as Presque Isle.

'Always regard your health as great import ance—Have a physical examination yearly to

yon get eight hours sleep every night—Take brisk walks, twice a day, to give healthful exer cise—See that your menu is properly balanced and varied—Put aside worry and haste, which

Our county has slowlv but snrelv been moving"

are foes of good health—Be cheerful.

time of need and great suffering.

. i e how you stand—Remember fresh air and sunshine are your best friends—Inaugurate the morning bath, a valuable health habit—Be sure-

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dvyickL•3 an—

lhe .Peninsula otatc In JL lie JHLeart Ol I lie Grreat JLakes Jlvegion

Michigan—the Peninsula state in the heart of the Great Lakes region, whose shores are lake-

lapped, whose air is rain-washed, and whose hills

and valleys arc sun-kissed! The landed area of Michigan is 57,980 square miles, exclusive of 40,000 square miles water sur face of Great Lakes within the state boundaries.

The word Michigan, applied to tin- territory and state, unquestionably was taken from the Lake Michigan. It seems reasonably clear that the meaning of tin- word is the "Great Lake'' as

the first part of the word, "Miehi," means great or large. Because the wolverine, a gluttonous. fur-bearing animal, was at one time very abund ant in Michigan, the state often is referred to by that name.

Lake Huron gets its name from the Huron Indians, and Lake Superior of course, from "su perior," which means higher or above. When the makers of the Great Seal of Michi

gan inscribed upon it. "Si Quaeris Peninsulam Amoenam Circumspice" (If you seek a pleasant peninsula, look about you), they must have been endowed with a wonderful foresight or have act ed more wisely than they knew, for of no other place in the eastern or western hemispheres can this more truthfully be said. Situated, as Michigan is, in the north temper ate zone, surrounded by the Great Lakes, which modify blasts of autumn and cool the hot sum mer breezes, with her fertile land stretching in

third in cement, fifth in sand and gravel, third in copper, second in gypsum, third in limestone. In manufacturing, first in bromine, calcium chloride, sand lime brick, chemical products, au tomobiles, engines, refrigerators, adding ma chines, drugs and pharmaceuticals; third in beet sugar. In addition to this there is paper, rubber producls. meat and food products, leather goods, dairy products, furniture, clothing, machinery, stoves, furs, canned goods and aeroplanes. The Heart of Michigan's manufacturing is lo cated in the great city of Detroit but in scores of other cities pulse the activities of an industrial state. Midland is the location of one of the larg est chemical plants in the world. Kalamazoo has the largest book paper plant in the world.

Saginaw prepares graphite for seven-eighths of all pencils made in foreign countries. And local

ly we could boast of one of the largest limestone

quarries in existence. The Great Lakes fisheries are among the best. Thousands of inland lakes abound in pike, bass, trout, and her forests are filled with game. The scenic beauties of Michigan are unsurpassed and

all directions, covered here and there with trees

of almost every variety from maple and white pine to the sturdy oak. she is indeed a pleasant peninsula. Not alone does Michigan possess millions of acres of fertile farming land and thousands of

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acres of orchards, but she has the other natural

resources which go to make her one of the best balanced states in the Union and allows her to

take her place in the foreranks of our sisterhood as an industrial and maunfacturing state;

Her limestone quarries, from which arc pro duced cement to construct

the

foundations t>\

cities along with the other extensive uses with which we are so familiar, are the most extensive

in the world.

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In Saginaw Valley is the coal ba

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sin from which subterranean fuel is produced:

her gypsum beds furnish a product known the world over.

Across the Straits we have iron and

copper mines from which are produced ore Eor the smelters and blast furnaces of the east, and

now that we have taken our place with the pe troleum sections of the country, Michigan oc cupies a rather unique position. Michigan ranks first in salt, second in iron,

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stretch from the Tahquamenom Falls (the larg est in the middle west) in the north, to the St.

Oalety In I lie Jcield

Clair flats (the Venice of America) on the south. Excellent highways reach most of the attractive points. Michigan's 1,624 miles of shoreline places her

This is the season when, in most states, sports men are permitted to go afield with dog and gun. And every year, in Spite of warnings with

in the center of the great inland seas which con

hundreds of accidents occur, many resulting in

stitute one-third of all of the fresh water in the world.

fatalities.

The Detroit River is the world's greatest mar itime thoroughfare. The freight carried on ves sels passing through Detroit River in one year is several times the foreign

tonnage of New-

York Harbor for the same period. The Soo Canal is the world's greatest water way gate. It carries more than four times the

traffic of the Suez Canal.

More freight passed

through the St. Mary's locks going in and out

of Lake Superior in one year than passed thru the Panama Canal during the first nine years af ter its construction, plus an average year's ton nage of the Suez Canal. Those of us who have always lived in Michi gan and along the Great Lakes perhaps become unmindful and unappreciative and at times even critical (especially in the winter) of the many privileges which we are favored to enjoy over those who live elsewhere. However, most any Wolverine will tell you that Michigan is a most enjoyable place to live. Michigan is celebrating its centennial of state hood from January 26, 1935. to January 26. 1937. This marks the period when Michigan was or ganized and functioned as a state, although ad

mission into the Union was delayed until Janu ary 26, 1837, on account of the boundary line dispute with Ohio. The history of Michigan from 1634. when Jean

Nicolet. the first white man to explore the Great Lakes, traversed this country, to the present is another interesting story.

otretclung or oliullnng A lady had advertised for a girl for general housework, and was showing an applicant over the house. She bad been very liberal in her promises of privileges—afternoons off, evenings out, and so on—and it looked as though the two were about to come to some agreement when the girl suddenly asked: "Do you do your own stretchin'?"

"Do we do our own what?" asked the puzzled mistress.

Usually the contributing causes can be sum med up in the single word—carelessness. Sport

ing arms are made to be as safe as possible. Manufacturers of shotshells and rifle cartridges take infinite pains to make these accessories wholly dependable, but their efforts are of no avail unless the gunner uses them with reason able care.

Seasoned sportsmen seldom violate the safe ty code; the inexperienced gunner may, and too

often does, through ignorance. Chiefly for his benefit the following "Dont's" are offered. They are not original but perhaps they will be helpful, which is the reason for giving them space here: Don't enter a boat, automobile or house with

a loaded gun. Don't point a gun at any person even in jest. It might be loaded and go off.

Don't hunt with anyone you know to lie care less.

,

Don't load your gun until you

"I don't understand."

"Stretchin',' repeated the girl a second time. "Do you put all the food on the table at dinner shuffle it

around ?"

Men are great only as they are kind.

are actually

ready for business. At other times the barrel should be empty. Don't consider every rustle of a bush to be a

sure indication of game. Some human being may be passing that way. Don't shoot too hastily. Many an over-anx ious gunner has done so and killed his dog in stead of the rabbit.

Don't drag a gun under a fence with the muz zle pointed toward you. Put it through the fence, muzzle end first, and lay it flat on the ground before you climb through or over the barrier. Don't rest on the muzzle of your gun. Don't let the muzzle touch the ground; dirt or mud in the end of tinbarrel makes a firearm un safe to use. Don't vio

late the game laws.

Rem em b e r

guns are made to kill

and as

such they are

"Stretchin'," repeated the new girl.

and stretch for it, or do I have to

respect to the safe handling and use of firearms,

an instrument of destruction.

A TRANSFER CAR WEIGHING3500 LBS

What they de stroy in your

RAN OVER THIS SAFETY SHOE AND THE

care is your r e spo nsi-

WAS NOT INJURED

bilitv.

WEARERS FOOT

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Jjy JuLaiTier Jtrewock Written for tin- DuPunt Magazine

Left: .Mr. anil Mrs, Partridge planned ilir

liM'iiiimt of their home a

dark

i»

sccn-i,

keejj Iml

a

cameraman I'ouiicI i( hidden under a ItiK anil snap ped

I his

view.

Two Other facts of importance have been es tablished by the study so far: First, ruffed grouse have a definite cruising radius of onehalf mile. They will not, even if they starve to death, go any farther for food or for any other reason. They live and die within the same halfmile area. For this reason, their entire food and

Ralph T. King, University of Minnesota zo ologist, who. for the past six years, has devoted his time to an extended study of the habits of Minnesota's ruffed grouse, or partridge, says, "Whether we shoot the birds or not. their num

bers will fluctuate according to a definite Cycle, which human interference does not disturb. An

intelligent attempt to give wild life a decent break, in the form of scientific management, is

the only way to stop the rapid diminution of our wild-game resources." With this purpose in mind, to give wild life a decent break, Professor King has been at vorfe. For fifty-nine consecutive months, he or his as sistants have walked the forty-two miles of

"strip" which cuts a 3.000-acre area near Cto

cover requirements, which are as definite and as

complicated as those of human beings, must be found in this area.

Second, "carrying capacity of land"—a new phrase in wild-life terminology—has real signif

icance.

It refers concretely to the number of

wild animals a given piece of laud can support. For example, Herbert L. Stoddard, Georgia quail expert, recently demonstrated clearly that the carrying capacity of land for quail i". one bird per acre. The owner of an island in the Miss issippi River asked Mr. Stoddard to increase the

quail stock for him.

Mr. Stoddard worked the

island quail population Up to one bird per acre and declared that his work was finished.

Hot

<|tiet, Minnesota, into quarter-mile squares, in

satisfied, the owner purchased 2.003 birds and placed them on the island. ' Within -ighteen

order to study in minute deta.il the foods, distri bution and nesting habits of the birds of the area.

months the number of quail on the island wa> back to the ration of one quail to each acre. Pro

The significant fact disclosed is that the '.lum

bers of certain species of wild game fluctuate in ten-year cycles, rising slowly and dropping swiftly with surprising regularity. Wither wea ther, drouth nor hail have any correlation this condition. Xor do hunting restrictions an appreciable difference, as Professor reads the records, llis own studies support

with make King these

disclosures.

The data he has collected since 1930 coincide

exactly with the ten-year cycle revealed h hi studies of past conditions. in 1931 'here we."e 520 birds on the Cloquet project area. In 1932 there were 700. The following year, 1933, there were 990. and in 1934 the number fell

to 520.

This change occurred despite the fact that there was no hunting on the area and that ."ouditions changed very little from one year to the next.

fessor King's studies show ihal ruffed grouse need even more elbow room, and that land with

one bird to every four acres has reached its car rying capacity. Just how is the information secured chat makes such conclusions possible? In 1928 ten sporting arms and ammunition companies organized an institute designed to

build up wild life in the United States. This in stitute established a group of full-time research fellowships. One of these, on the cyclic life of the ruffed grouse, was assigned to Professor King. Since that time, he has worked on the project almost continuously. Every month, he and four or five assistants tramp the. forty-two miles of strip on the Clo quet project, set aside for this work by the Uni

versity of Minnesota. In the twelve-week spring

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session thirty-five or forty junior foresters and wild-life managers live and study there. Each man. equipped with a note-book and a

without breaking them." On one occasion, Professor King found a nest with twelve eggs. Next morning, they were

jalap of the area, begins to walk an hour after

gone. Suspecting a chipmunk, he searched about

sun-up. waiting until that time so that birds will

and found all twelve. He replaced them in the nest and every egg hatched. This project is not complete. The results thus

be through feeding and will have returned to their normal distribution.

Each man notes the

plant species he encounters, and every object that may have the slightest bearing on the life of the ruffed grouse.

Most of all. he watches

for the birds themselves.

When he flushes one.

he stops and notes its flying direction. Then, he establishes his bearings and paces the dis tance to the nearest intersection of the strip. In

this way. he marks the exact spot <>u which he found the bird. Every bird flushed and every nest found is recorded both on the map and in the note-hook, together with much other infor mation.

far point to a very definite life cycle, which is affected neither by climatic conditions nor by human interference. They prove that the "halfmile cruising radius" and the "carrying capacity of land" must be reckoned with. Above all, they point to the conclusion that if wild life is to be restored in the United States, it must be given every opportunity to speak for itself: to point out. in its own terms, its own destiny. Prohibiting shooting alone will not solve the

problem!

Confusion and duplication are carefully avoid ed by thorough methods of identifying the birds. After much experimentation, seven dyes were found which would withstand climatic conditions

and remain on feathers. A quantity of white feathers was obtained and dyed. Colored feath

ers, in varying combinations of three colors each, are grafted into the tails of the birds while they are voting. It is possible, therefore, to identify a bird, whenever it is seen, from a distance of from forty to forty-five yards. In addition to the colored tail feathers, a metal

clip, stamped with a number and recorded in the ever-present note-book, is fastened to each bird's leg. But this identification is scarcely practicable

for the young bird. Spending twenty-four days in the egg. it hatches out the size of a penny match-box. and. as soon as its down leaves the nest and never comes back.

is dry, There

fore, the nests are watched and the young birds are caught as soon as they are hatched. A metal clip, like that used for incisions in human oper ations, ami stamped with a number, is fastened under the bird's wing. By a system of serial numbers, not only the date of the bird's hatching is recorded, but its parentage and its brothers and sisters.

Accuracy and

painstaking recording of the

most minute details are the keystones on which

the work is progressing.

This makes possible

the tabulation of much information relevant to

the problem studied, while not intrinsically bound up with it. For instance. Professor King has discovered that not all the animals common

ly suspected of being hostile to the ruffed grouse

actually are.

On the other hand, those which

have been least suspected often do the most damage.

"The chipmunk is an example," says this ob server. "He evidently thinks partridge eggs make fine marbles. Pie rolls them out of the

nest, plays with them and hides them, usually

Partridge on the Cloquet area wear leg and wing bands tor identification. Grafted tail feathers dyed in distinctive colors serve the same purpose when the birds are in flight.

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<lkuff *Ssz Ut Un <Sa%EzntnaÂą 9 Is That Come To The Editor's Desk

ersona

Just Among Ourselves We thought that all the big timber in Presque Isle County had been cut and marketed years ago until we heard Rudolph Kreft tell about getting forty-three posts out of one cedar tree. That's a lot of posts as you old lumbermen will have to

admit. Of course Rudolph didn't say they were standard length, and they also could have been

split. It has been suggested that the story of this tall tree belongs in the records of the "Tall

Story Club." This issue's prize winner, gentle

teen and twenty spuds were found under each hill, and the varieties unearthed numbered at

least six. It seems that Early Rose, Petoskeys, Cobblers, etc., had all nourished off the same

vine. Walter was surprised and was considering himself a second Burbank until an investigation showed that somebody had tampered with his work and buried some of their own crop under Walter's field.

A general handbook on traffic and parking

Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Nagle took a fine trip into eastern Canada recently. Arnold says that it was the first tryout for the new Plymouth.

rules would aid Ben Santimo and Louis Dambra

He wishes that the seats also had knee action

men.

in keeping out of difficulties. The Alpena offi cers know how to give out tickets and advice when one parks unlawfully. A were that some loyal

couple of lady visitors convincing Ed. Kelley they really had seen big shovels. Ed. was to our No. 1 shovel and

referred the same to the la

dies. They didn't return after looking the shovel over so Ed.

concludes

that he won

the argument. With the deer season not far off the drillers and blast

as they got pretty hard at times. Arnold de lights in telling of the beauties of the St. Law rence, the grandeur of the Thousand Islands, the fine Dogs and JMen Canadian herds and the abun

By Edgar A. Guest

W/hen dogs have nothing else to do And whether it 'be night or day, The thoroughbreds and mongrels, too, Stretch out and sleep the time away. Not having customs to obey

And certain hours which they must fill, Dogs promptly put the world away When they have idle time to kill.

Beyond their strength, they never go.

dance of granite and lime stone. He concluded that our own limestone must be much

better as they make no at tempt to quarry what he saw on his trip.

Use your head.

Stop and

Think. That's the way to avoid accidents.

They're wise enough their rest to take.

To please some other dogs they know

Bill Schelley', "The Sage of

ers expect to hear George PiThey needn't keep themselves awake. Bruningville Heights," spent larski's annual report about I watch my dog wpon the floor a great part of the summei shooting the legs or feet off Indifferent to our idle chat tenderly caring for two stray some big buck and not being And think, the while I hear him snore, pheasants on his property. I -wish that I could sleep like that. able to catch up with the Bill fed, watered and pam cripple. If George ever finds pered the birds but had evil all this game, he'll have his winter's supply of intentions in mind. On the first day of hunting meat.

season "The Sage" was out with his 12 gauge

but the ungrateful birds had flown to safer re

Some folks depend on watch dogs to protect their property, but Tom Kelley resorts to a big

gions or into some other hunter's pot.

black bear to watch his fruit trees. Even Tom doesn't venture into his own orchard.

Old man winter is just around the corner as one sure sign is the sheepskin coat and leather

Walter Meyers has established a reputation as a grower of vegetables. One year it was prize tomatoes, another year choice cabbages, and this year he went into potato raising. Walter had two experimental hills of potatoes out by the Drill House which he watered and cultivated all

summer. Pity the man that hindered the growth of these two vines. Finally the time and pota toes were ripe for harvesting. A shovel, fork, pick axe and maybe No. 21 shovel were brought to the job and the crop removed. Between fif-

helmet in evidence on our friend Hugh Lewis. Hugh puts these garments in moth balls for about a month out of each year.

George LaTulip is seen carrying two lunch pails since he has been working outside with the electricians. It seems that the open air creates an enormous appetite.

According to Hilary, they might as well let Capt. Peppier hunt in the closed areas because

all the harm he ever does is to scare the game.

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The Spitzer players around the plant are all smiling and speaking pleasantly to Bill Gapske when he delivers groceries to the boats. The rea son for this is that those free chicken dinners

that Bill sponsors for the plant Spitzer team are about due.

Again we have another story about Les Ray

mond. Since the golfing season is over and Les and Harry Meharg have ended their little wag ers on the game, it is necessary for Les to buy his own beer and peanuts. We advise Les to have a little patience as spring will come again and there is no danger of repeal of beer or any chance of Harry improving his golf game. As a suggestion we might mention that Les engage

Aaron Smith proudly displaying the limit of partridge lot one day's hunting. Otto Piechan doesn't need a gun to kill grouse. When one came around the Crusher llou.se. Otto

exterminated him with a well aimed piece of openhearth rock. So far so good for a nice din ner until the family cat raided the back shed and

left nothing but feathers. The clerks in the Dock Office have one of the

best opportunities for exercise. They have a good walk beaten around the rims of the stor ages where they work out real often.

Harry in some Spitzer. contests. It is with pride that we look upon the good job of clean-up and landscaping around the plant.

Well some of us remember the days when we lifted some of mother's kitchen utensils, raided the family larder and made off to a shack in

some nearby field or woods to cook up a real meal. The photograph below shows that the present generation has the same ambitions de spite a reputation of being full of more mischief

We understand that Al Hop]) is now a mem

ber of the Lake May summer colony. Al's a prop erty owner out there and has taken an active in terest in the social life. He shakes a wicked leg at the regular square dances.

The best time to practice safety is all the time. Arnold I'.lowski can give anyone information about a certain mail order fireplace that's smoke

less. The apparatus doesn't need a chimney and has many desirable features. "Hutch" \vi i tei: anyone all about it.

Jack Kinville is considering changing oyer from a twelve gauge to a twenty gauge shotgun for the remainder of the hunting season. Tack says that when lie first starie 1 to hunt he only got a few shots in each bird but now that he hits them all dead center, the. old twelve gauge blows them all to pieces. Is the other driver always wrong?

An event that should go down in sport's his tory is the item that Les Raymond .shot bis firs, ruffed grouse on the wing. Anyone who has ever hunted with Les knows that this story sounds a

little far fetched or nt least slightly s.retched. Introduce safety to the new man. Pete Pollock made a mistake and bought some

black powder shells. Now when he docs fire at game, there is such a smoke screen that he doesn't know if he has made a hit or not.

than we were. The young prince perched atop the hut is Ivan Soper. young son of Shovelman James Soper. The lad in the doorway is John Wing, son of electric welder Harry Wing and the other chap is George Patzer, sou of Robert Patzer, power house maintenance man. Need

less to say these fellows and

their pals spend

many happy hours in and around this structure.

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Even a story teller of Ed Radka's ability is a; to go too far at times. In this particular case Ik overstepped the bounds of discretion, at least twice, as on many another occasion Ed was blithely unwinding a yarn for the benefit of the •.-. ©rehouse gang. The subject was fish. The line was so good that even "Doc" burlaw was workid up to the point of buying some tackle and a license. It was worth it. too—lots of fish: easy

The Gee.se Were Wihl-Nut The Hunter,.

to catch, get your limit, any lime, any way. Why- you didn't even need any bait! Mistake number one—Canny "Doc" could see through that "no bait" stuff. F.rwin Joppich. however, was more gullible so an expedition was arranged to invade the designated fishing

Boh Fred"

grounds.

riaruld

Since the only fish that were caught were two minnows and "Nig" Joppich. Ed is going to have a tough time living down the blunder.

That was Radka's second

mistake.

Art \ oight has a nice new car and spends as Here we have three mighty hunters or should we say the three gracious goosers. (A gooser is one who hunts geese). On your left is dot and dash man Bob Crittendon. well known in radio

circles.

The morning a flock

reported

of geese

were

shore

facing

resting on the lake

Bob's residence found him dashing in that direc tion with his rusty shotgun. Bob took a sneak but couldn't

convince the

flock that he

was

harmless. Undoubtedly they saw him looking as stern as he appears in our photo and took to the

air. Rut they made one error, they did a return circle ami Rob let go. One goose went for vhe lake and fell far enough out to make it a long swim for the marksman. Bob has witnesses that

much time grooming it as one bred horse. He went hunting ran upon a big black bear but shoot bruin without hitting

good story as

would a thorough one Sunday and claims he couldn't this new car. A

we know Art thinks of his ear

first.

Alfred Rellz is organizing a professional foot ball team in Moltke since the horseshoe pitch ing season is over. Larson claims they are using rutabagas for footballs.

Alfred Savina was seen taking his goat by the horns and locking the animal in a shed. With bun ers like ("has. Schram and Arnold Conley around Alfred is taking no chances.

a dead bird was floating around just out of reach but that's all he ever got in the wav of

proof. We are all puzzled as to whatever became of the dead goose. Later in the day a fellow searcher reported the finding of a dead gull down the beach so what can one think? In jus tice to Bob we'd say that the gull succumbed from the overeating of goose. Xow in the center we find Fred Rradley. our

Purchasing Agent. Fred purchased a Buick from Harold Terr}- this Spring which gives him a pull

with

Harold and a chance to share the

honors. Terry gol one goose and only a ballis tic expert could decide whether it was Fred or

Three Nice

Harold who got the other one. Curly. Fred's dog, served as the retreiver and the honors in con

Fox Pell.s

nection with this part of the hunt go undivided. The boys reported line eating in these two binU

and can be seen looking hcavemvard these fall days—show us some more- geese.

Rruuo Zempel was in such a hurry to get in

We've often told our readers about the game that George Pilarski doesn't get but here is a

a good day's work that he locked himself out of picture of George with three nice fox pelts. Pie his car with the motor still running.

is a better hunter than we sometimes infer.

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Introducing Another Ul Our Old Aimers To many of our readers this gentleman needs no introduction. To the few who do not know

him, let us introduce Max Bellmore, one of our Mill shift foremen.

Max was born in Chippawa Falls, Wisconsin,

in the year 1873. While still an infant his folks moved to the vicinity of Ossiueke in Alpena County, .Michigan. Here lie spent his boyhood days on a farm. As a farm lad he rarely visited a town of any size and his first visit to such a

town was Alpena, coming in behind the team, perched high in the springless farm wagon. Climbing out on one flf the main streets, he was fascinated by the pavement. He scraped his feet on the hard surface, and turning to his father said, "Well, I don't blame 'em for building a town here.

The ground is

too darn

hard tf>

plough, anyhow." Tiring of farm life he came to Rogers City in the year 1911. Pie immediately started working at Calcite as a carpenter and construction man. When the plant was ready for operation, he was transferred to the Mill and was in the crusher

house when the first stone was dumped in the old 42 crusher. In the year 1921 he was promot ed to mill shift foreman. Max is a hard worker

and he keeps busy seeing that everything is in

shape to supply stone to the boats entering the port of Calcite. He was married in 1907 and has raised a fam

ily of twelve children. He owns his own home. Two of his sons are employed. Archie in the Mill

Dept. and George by the Bradley Transporta tion C'omiianv.

As to his hobbies, he is like so many who spent their boyhood days on a farm. Give him a gnu and dog or an old bamboo pole and his leisure hours are happily spent in field or on stream. He can enjoy the company of his fellowmeu and we know him as a congenial fellow worker.

Herewith is a story told by Schnopsie about Schnopsie: "I was out to Lake May and after sitting in the boat for about two hours and get ting plenty of nothing. 1 was about to give it up as a bad job. Just then a little mouse ran out from the back of the boat. Presto, things start ed to happen. Schnopsie gets the idea. A minute to catch the mouse, onto the hook and into the

water. The next thing 1 knew I was in the wa ter, too. What a strike! It was only by my pres ence of mine that I made it back to the boat. And it took three hours of hard work to land that

eighteen pounds of small mouth black bass. We understand

that a certain well

known

deputy was sent out to take inventory of some house furnishings. When he did not return after three hours, the sheriff investigated and found him asleep on a davenport. However, he had made a good effort toward the inventory as his list read—living room, one table, two chairs, one full bottle of whiskey. The word full was then crossed out and the word half-full was substi

tuted. Again this was crossed off and the word

empty put in its place. Finally as the report went on. in a wobbly hand was written—one revolv ing carpet. Who does for himself.

nothing for others does nothing

Have you read the editorial in this issue on "Preparing for Winter"? Rruce McVeigh wears a big sunflower on the back of his coveralls. Just the political trend

helped along by some of his friends. Rill Kovvalske was showing a button foreign to his usual belief which was another wav the boys had fun with Bill.

Examiner: What would you do if you sudden ly found yourself confronted with an approach ing taxicab, a bus and a speeding automobile? Applicant for driver's license: I - I. would er— IVlax,

Kxamiucr: Too late. You are already on your way to the hospital.

His

And (7IMI

Although the berry picking season is over there is a dispute as to the championship in this field. Harry Kucbarski claims first honors in the blackberry class. Instead of using a ten quart

pail, Harry uses a large box and shakes the ber ries into that. His average per day was ninety quarts and still he had none for sale. It is not the way the wind blows but the Way voii set your sails.

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room he built in his basement got two inches out of square, Bofo was informed that working in a basement might have something to do with

Walter Meyers claims that the birds have speeded up this year. He thinks the shells aren't

fast enough to bring them down. Better carry a little salt, Walter.

it.

Happy Hopp says that his hounds are on a very strict diet. Anybody having any table scraps for disposal notify Happy and be will collect. Leonard Lamb was so busy digging potatoes that when a flock of geese landed in his field, he wouldn't take lime to go to the house for his gun. He is now known as the mighty hunter. Frank Reinke and Rol Rains cornered some

game out in the quarry. Mr. Partridge Frank's dinner pail the next day.

A timely word about your automobile now that cold weather is with us again. It is essen tial that the cooling system be flushed out and made leak proof. Supply the necessary anti freeze solution, the right grade of winter oil and the battery fully charged. You will then have the jump on cold weather starting. Don't forget the editorial in this "Preparing for Winter".

filled

issue on

Lriies.? W no

Adolph Radke isn't back to normal yet after he was rolled over in bis new car. He now has a

model T Ford and lets the rest of the cars go by.

Let your family benefit by your safely. Hugh Lewis took Herman Steinke of the Sampling Dept. out on his first surveying cruise and showed him what limestone looks like in the raw". Pie claims that it is sure a lot easier

handling stone in the screen house than walking over it with the fourteen foot rod. Flla Reinke wants to know who the Adam is

that steals all the apples off her desk.

She has

all the fingerprints and offers a liberal reward to anyone that gives her advice on the identity of the rascal.

Stolen rides are always risk v.

Rob Zinke, one of the new Yard members, saw a bear coming toward him ami made tracks

to a tree. Rob was in such a hurry on his way Up that the tree did about as much damage as the bear could.

Ed. Clazer doesn't go near the machine shop since he sold the boys some chances <>u a punch board, h'.d's wife won the prize which is a good reason for staying away from his other custom ers.

Julius Patzer claims that Alfred Schultz has a good voice. Schultz says that he always sings

Here are two brothers. The fellow on the left

is an employee of the Bradley Transportation Company. W'e want you to guess who the young

We don't hear much about Howard Johnson and frog raising business. It must be the cold

man on the right might be. Pie is a member of the Mill Dept,, has been working at Calcite since 1922, is a big husky fellow, an exceptional gardener and a good hunter. All in all we'd say he's a good man and we hope from the not too liberal information given that you will be able

weather that keeps the frogs quiet, although we

to find liiin out.

occasionally hear some very funny noises com ing from the storehouse.

Last month's Guess Who—After the way some of our boys have been written up in "Screen ings" personals, they became quite insistent that we dig up something on our good friend George

when he milks the cows and still he doesn't un

derstand why the milk always curdles. It must be the sour notes that do the damage.

Chum Raymond hasn't reported any deer in his back yard as yet. but he says that the skunks are plenty thiek.

Jones, chemist, photographer, a editor and what have you.

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Jb>ixdniEn c^Tjnd ^J/isLz czrfz%onauticÂą UlSOll JJv Âťy Howard JL. Joi

There are few sports more fascinating than that being pursued by a group of local boys and girls. Since early spring these young people

to encourage progress by means of competition. Success, however, would have been impossible

have been striving to master the art of building

ists themselves and nearly so without the splen

and flying model airplanes, and they have made excellent progress. The story of their endeavors is worthy of narration for two reasons. First,

did cooperation of outside forces.

because it demonstrates the fact that our

half dozen fine commercial models flying and all showing good endurance. These commercial (endurance) models are rather complicated af fairs from a structural point of view and require

local

youths can do something constructive when they choose. Second, it clearly illustrates what can

be accomplished with the intelligent cooperation of the adults of the community. Early this spring a few model enthusiasts banded together and formed a local chapter of the Junior Rirdmen of America, sponsored by the Detroit Times. This organization was just getting well under way when a model club was established under the WPA recreation program. This club absorbed the original group but adopt

ed its name and principles.

With this turn of

events came an expansion in membership and activities.

From a mere handful of model build

ers, the membership jumped to more than a hundred.

It fell to the lot of Clare Warren of Lansing

to direct this large body.

without the sustained enthusiasm of the model-

Five months from the time that the first sim

ple glider took to the air, there were at least a

utmost confidence and skill of the builder. their

construction

the

somewhat

In

uncertain

young airmen of five months before proved their ability and the value of the progressive program they had been following. The period intervening between the two extremes of accom plishment just mentioned was filled with much

enjoyment, plenty of work, endless rivalry and, of course, a bit of sorrow. The sorrow, how ever, that was caused by the wrecking or "wash ing out" of a model was soon overcome by its being replaced by a better one. That is the heart of progress anyway, so nothing was really lost. The club was rather unfortunate where

its

Mr. Warren proved

public appearances were concerned this summer,

himself capable in every way of handling his work and his subjects, too. incidentally. His en ergy and sportsmanship won him the support of

for the weather seemed consistently unfavor able for flying such frail craft. The club's planes

his

s t u -

dents while his fun d

<.>\ practical k n owledge and ideas held their interest. In a short time he had

arranged a

program of c o n t e sts

and a sche

were slated for demonstration on several occas i o n s i n

A representative group of local model enthusiasts. Back row, left to right:

Earl Grambau, Denny Larke, Gerald Smith. James O'Conner, Clare Warren (Iinstructor), Robert Westrope. Front: Patricia Richards, Ethel Strieker, Rhys Samuel, Orville Pines, Shirley Daniels. Katherine I'erdelman.

c

onnection

with

com

munity vents each r a in

ebut time o r

high winds made the e x hibition

i mpossible. H 0 wever, there were indoor dis

dule of mo

plays

del

a t t racted

build

ing that s u cceeded

very

well.

The idea was to be-

gi n wit h simple and fundameu tal model

designs and w o r k up and at same

the time

that

c o n siderable inter est and m a d e it

possible for the

towns

folk to see what

their

young folks w ere do

ing. As point ed

out be-

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fore in this article, the cooperation of the com munity's adults was a vital factor in making the club the success that it has been. It is only just, then, that something be said of the assistance which they rendered. The most energetic and generous standby is Mr. Fred Bradley. His aid assured proper instruction in modelcraft and made it possible for the club to participate in local aviation events. The "Victoria" trophy do nated by him is largely responsible for the nu merous commercial models now flying. Mr. H. H. Gilpin is to be commended on his helpfulness in making club rooms and flying facilities avail able. Although not a local man, Col. Floyd Evans

did his bit in fostering model activities by offer ing as a contest award an airplane trip to Lan sing. These and a number of others have helped the cause along. It is to be hoped that they and many others will continue to contribute their moral support for the sake of our young people. The latest reports indicate that the model club has been reorganized since Mr. Warren's return to Lansing. It is interesting to note that although new members have come and gone and that the total membership has varied greatly, it is the same group that is reorganized now who originated the idea in the spring. It is a tribute to their sincerity and fidelity to a purpose. Harry Meharg: "Give me three more clubs and I'll make that golf course in 36 next year." Penny Hoeft: "Give you three more clubs to carry around and you might get a 36 waistline but never a 36 golf score." Business Around The Plant

It's all "write" with me says Ed Kelly. It is going round and round with Bill Heller. Jack Schultz and Alfred Peltz say its "turning" for them. While it is "laying out" for John Heller, Bill Kowalske and his crew claim it is "boom

ing". It's "lifting" for Dutch Derry. Erwin Jop pich is still "storing up" and Howard Johnson is "giving out". Bill Streich and his crew have been "laying around" and Harry Meharg is "paying off".

Admitting a fault helps cure it. Passing the buck, helps nobody. Chas. Hoffman usually brings home his share of ducks each season, but this year when the ducks fly over, Charlie is either in his cottage getting warm or hunting for his lost companion Emil Dehnke.

The first essential of safe driving is common sense.

"Is my face dirty or is it my imagination?" "Your face is clean, I can't tell about your im agination."

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We vVelcome The New Arrivals Daughters were born to the following em ployees :

Shirley Jean, on Sept. 5, 1936 to Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Wenzel. Mr. Wenzel is employed as an engineer in the Power House. Virgina Madgeline, on Oct. 19, 1936 to Mr. and

Mrs. Adolph Dullack. Mr. Dullack is employed in the Electrical Dept. Shelby Jean, on Oct. 21, 1936 to Mr. and Mrs.

Thomas Cummings. Mr. Cummings is employed in the Transportation Dept. Sons were born to the following employees: Byron Douglass on Aug. 28, 1936 to Mr. and Mrs. Richard Haneckow. Mr. Haneckow is em

ployed by the Bradley Transportation Co. Benjamin Joseph on Sept. 29, 1936 to Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Kuznicki. Mr. Kuznicki is employ ed in the Drilling Dept. George Peter on Oct. 19, 1936 to Mr. and Mrs.

George Sobeck. Mr. Sobeck is employed in the Mill Dept.

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congratulates the par

ents of the new arrivals.

Wishing You A Great Happiness The marriage of Chas. Cook to Miss Jean So per of Rogers City was recently announced. The ceremony took place Feb. 2, 1936 at Angola, Ind. Mr. Cook is employed by the Bradley Transpor tation Co.

"Calcite Screenings" wishes the young couple a happy married life.

Those VV ho Have Passed Away Mrs. Charles Fleming passed away on Oct. 10, 1936 at the Ann Arbor hospital. She was fif ty one years old at the time of her death. She leaves eight children and her husband to mourn

her loss. Elmer and Harold are employed by the Bradley Transportation Co. Her husband Charles is a member of the Construction Dept. Mrs. John Brunning passed away at her home on Sept. 16, 1936. Mrs. Brunning was forty sev en years of age. Her three sons, Erhardt, Elmer and Russell, are all employed by the Limestone Co. A son, Kenneth, is at home.

Her husband,

John Brunning, is a foreman in the Drilling and Blasting Dept.

"Calcite Screenings" extends its sympathy to the friends and relatives of those who have sfone.

Many times a day I realize how much my outer and inner life is built on the labors of my fellowmen, both living and dead, and how earn

estly I must exert myself in order to give in re turn as much as I have received. My peace of mind is often troubled by the depressing sense that I have borrowed too heavily from the work of other men.—Albert Einstein.

Let what thou hearest in the house of thy friend be as if it were not.

Happiness is a habit—cultivate it.

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_//iÂŁ JozadLzu ^%anÂąf2o%tation(^onitianij oalety jMLeetings and .Personal News V alue ol oaiety Meetings

aiior -Leil jiricsson J.he Oail

Recently official recognition was given by Michigan in the celebration of Leif Ericsson Day commemorating the nine hundred and thirtysixth anniversary of the discovery of America by Leif Ericsson (Leif the Lucky in old school books). Doubt whether Leif actually reached America, a point once much debated, was dissipated years ago. The documentary evidence is ample, cor

roborative

and

incidentally fascinating.

Leif

came, and so did other adventurers of his race.

The uncertainty is not about what is recorded, but about how much unrecorded early Norse ex ploration there may have been on the continent. Even Minnesota and Isle Royale are considered probable points of Viking visitation. That the Norse reached the New World is 'set

tled; it may perhaps be less generally known how it happened that they came. The first exciting cause, so to speak, seems to have been that two-fisted Harald Hairfair, king of all Norway, who died in his bed just a thous and years ago. Harald was an autocrat who made things quite unpleasant for conquered lesser kings. Conse

quently many of them turned viking and sailed toward the four quarters of the earth. Some reached the Mediterranean; and those traveling north arrived at the Orkneys and in due time landed in Iceland.

Eventually, in the last quarter of the Ninth Century, one wanderer was wrecked on the Greenland Coast and about a century later, when Eric the Red was outlawed in Iceland, because of a small matter of homicide, he sailed there and established himself.

Every school boy knows how during the voy age west one of Eric's followers, Bjarni, was driven south to the continent, how Eric decided

to verify Bjarni's discovery and how finally Leif, his son, went on the voyage in his stead.

In the year 1000, Leif sailed with a crew of 35 men. He landed at "Helluland" (Labrador?) then at "Markland" (Cape Breton Island?) and even tually he wintered in "Vinland" (perhaps New England) where he found what to him was a remarkably mild climate.

Recently we were rather shocked when it was

implied by an outsider that in his opinion it was doubtful if safety meetings on board ship served a useful purpose. While it's perfectly true that in many cases there may be a lack of real inter est in any safety meeting and the chairman is

forced to do most of the talking, in our opinion to ridicule the safety idea, saying it's all the bunk and being carried too far, certainly is unfair to

those who have been conscientiously striving to make ships accident-free. Certainly we cannot feel that way about safety committees on our ships because from the records they have made and the minutes of their safety meetings, we know they are earnestly and actively engaged in trying to carry on their work safely. It is our feeling that there are few, if any, safety meetings ever held anywhere where those in charge are not actually sincere in their work, where those in attendance do not take some

thing of value in accident prevention or health preservation away with them.

What is the value of a life, arm, health, or peace of mind?

It's difficult to realize until we

have had the loss and then it is too late.

Safe practices are the invisible tools of life. They are most important and should be the most used. They cannot be handed to a workman ex cept by intelligent instruction, and this is best done through safety meetings and personal safe ty supervision.

The average workmen invest practically all they have in their jobs, and they are not only willing but anxious to protect that investment. Safety meetings with thought and care on their own parts help secure this investment. Yes, there can be no question—safety meet ings pay dividends in health, happiness and pay checks.

Don't pray cream on Sunday and live on skim milk the rest of the week.

quit telling of their experiences.

Anyhow, in

were

course of time, the Greenland settlement having disappeared, the whole matter was forgotten ex cept by delvers in the archives. The facts are there, however, and they consti tute one of the most romantic chapters of human

other voyages to the new lands and attempts at settlement. For more than ten years this went

history. They are facts which all people of Scandinavian blood may well be proud to recall.

on.

The early Norse voyagers and colonists were the

After Leif's return to Greenland there

And then for some reason, not clear, the

enthusiasm waned or perhaps the adventurers

first heroic white Americans.

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Sir. Carl D. Bradley Safety Meetings The fifth Safety Meeting of the year was .-ail ed to order at seven p. m.. September 8th, 1936. Members present were as Eollows:

Chairman, Leo Moll; Secretary, O. K. Falor; Otto Sparre, John Smolinski, Lester Gordon, John Phillips, Louis Voda, Andrew Peterka and George Kerr. Many other members of the crew were in attendance.

The secretary read ihe minutes ol" the previous meeting after which the suggestions offered at that meeting were checked to

see if all had

been disposed of properly. The boom catwalk

has been repaired and the dining room deadlight chains have been installed.

The chairman then

called the roll of members and those present and obtained ihe following offerings:

Captain Pearse spoke briefly on the subject of handling cables safely with particular reference to an accident which recently occurred on one of our vessels. He warned everybody to use caution

and good sense in handling trie lines and so pre vent such needless injuries. He told the men "thai a man who will not observe safety measures, even after receiving the proper instruction and warnings, may very likely be discharged for his own good and that of his fellows. Jack Christmas reported thai one of the hatch

cables had a permanent kink ill it

dangerous dining the hatch

which was

cover operations.

The eommitlee discussed this matter and decid

ed to remove this by cutting ihe cable. This has been done.

Lester (iordou asked everyone to pay particu lar attention to our new deckhand and to aid and

instruct him in any way possible. At ibis point Captain Pearse addressed the new man advis ing him to walch the more experienced men an.l suk their aid in any matters about which he might be in doubt.

Louis Voda suggested thai since the Pall sail ing season and its attendant bad weather would

soon be with us we should prepare for it as much as we could by having everything in readiness lor rolls and icy weather. He especially stressed the handling of lines on docks, advising that men handling lines under those conditions in the Pal

si-i.iild use extreme caution to avoid slipping and falls. Everything loose should be securely lash ed or otherwise made fast while there'is yet lime to do it properly.

Ray liuehler called the radio operator":, atten tion to the fact that the generators in the elec

Ceorge Kerr said that recently the deck crew on the clean-up had been going down into the cargo hold by means of an inch rope. His obser vations of its use

thai the us"

installed in the cargo hold hatch hereafter such emergencies.

for use during

lifeboat drill for

handing the

lifeboat covers without requiring a man \o crawl out and into the lifeboat for this purpoS2. The eomr-.ittec advises that this should be done

in

Otto Sparre warned the men about using the galley door during high winds saying that an ac cident could be easily possible if one didn't watch bis step. i.awsoii Macklem advised thai some of the

after end crew were putting the ladder over the side before the proper time. This is contrary to the rules on this vessel and must be discontinu ed. The watchmen are to handle the ladder at all times.

The

committee

then

considered

a

matter

brought up by Chief Sparre regarding the con duct of some visitors on the docks at Calcite.

Many have been observed in dangerous posi tions around the ship's cables, etc. We recom mend that signs might well be placed at various

points warning spectators to keep clear of tin ships' cables, etc. Gene Dwyer cautioned the men putting the passenger ladder over to always make sure that it was firmly set up before allowing passengers to use it. To people who are unaccustomed to ladders a slight lurch might mean a bad fall This concluded the meeting.

The sixth Safety Meeting of the year was called to order at one p. m.. October 17th. 1936. Members present were as follows: Chairman. Leo Moll; Secretary, Prank Sager-

Captain Pearse. Mark Haswell. John Phillip:;. Louis Voda, Pord W'infield, Milton Gould, John Sparre, Otto Sparre. Rav P. u e h 1 e r , W

i 1 1 i a m

Mooney, An drew

Peter-

Is a ,

Job u

S rri 0 1 i n -

ski, Eugene Dwyer, Clar-

crew.

Andrew Peterka advised that a hook be made

emergency

and recommended that the ship's long ladder lie

to be one that could riot readily be prevented but Steps have been taken to remedy this.

ol" this rope was an

measure during ihe repair of the regular ladder,

immcdiately made and the condition was found

Investigation wa-

was not

familiar with this practice. The committee found

- nee Cur vin and several oilier mem bers of the

tric room were leaking oil.

indicated that this

sale, especially for certain men who were not

The meet

ing was call ed to and a

order lettei

from J. A \ a 1 e n t i n,

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Director of the

Bradley

Transportation Company, was read. The secre

tary then read the minutes of the previous meet ing. As regarding suggestions brought up at the previous meeting the following actions have been taken : The generators in the electric room were looked after by O. I\. Falor so that they

no longer leak oil onto the floor. It was reported that hooks for the lifeboat

covers have been

provided. Screens for the windlass have been in stalled.

Captain Pearse spoke briefly on safety pre cautions now that it is getting into late fall and there being not so much daylight. He stressed the fact that there need not be too much rush

in swinging the boom in and out and in perform ing other dock operations which could be performeel as efficiently at a moderate pace. He also warned to be particularly careful when there is snow or ice on the deck.

John Phillips advised that there should

be

something to hold onto when going into the car go-hold. He mentioned that perhaps a cable 01 wire in the hold might be a good measure. Doubt was expressed though whether such an arrangement would prove substantial when car go was dumped into the hold. Chief Sparre expressed the possibility that some sort of an angle iron could be installed in the future for men working in the cargo-hold to get support on.

Eugene Dwyer suggested that a walk might be built in the cargo-hold but that was generallyregarded as infcasable.

Captain Pearse stated that there should be a permanent ladder—that is a special ladder use I exclusively for descending into the hold. He also stated that he has thought there should be a chain or other grip hanging at the side of the hopper for a man to take hold of. John Sinoliuski said that a new safely button had been installed at the end of the boom.

Chief Sparre advised that Limestone rules state that the complete control of the elevator should be kept on the boat and not on the d ,ck. Captain Pearse further added that it is all light to have control of starting the boom on the dock but that control of the belts and

the

be provided but it was decided that such a block would be too heavy for general use. Suggestions were submitted that one side of

the present block be painted and that side be kept in the proper inversion. Louis Voda also repeated the regulation thai oul}- the watchman should handle the ladder on to the dock. It was reported that members of the crew had been using the small hand ladder to go onto the dock while tin' boat was shifting at

a

dock.

Leo Moll slated that raincoats and other clo

thing should not be laid on deck machinery. He also expressed the belief that perhaps it would be wise to devote some criticism to safety meth ods in the after end in tin- same proportion as they are devoted to the forward end of the ship. It was announced that sufficient salt was on

hand for use on the deck during icy weather. Ray Buehler said that too many of the fellows give the emergency hand brake on the boom hoist drum a spin when they pass by it. The Cap" tain suggested that a small becket be installed to hold it in place so that it would be in a posi tion to use if an emergency arose. Chief Sparre wondered if all the wheelsmen

were familiar with the position and use of all the emergency hand brakes on the boom equip ment. Mr. Sparre also advised that the steam deck winches should be warmed up sufficiently immediately before using to lessen the possibili

ty of breaking a head on one of the winches. Otto Sparre reported thai ihe door check on

the galley door works fine whereupon Mr. John Sparre remarked that it was possible that door checks on all doors leading on deck might be a government requirement in the future. It was noted that this use of door checks on board ship

was originated by Captain Pearse. John Phil lips said tha there h a d been a habii

u f

leaving

lumps of coal on the ledge s . These s h o u 1d be

elevator must be kept on the boat. lie also said

clean ed

that it should be ascertained how many times

each time

the entire unloading mechanism lias to be s Op ped when unloading into cars. It seemed to b<3 the general opinion that it was in the order of

adjourned

at least 200 times. This is a waste of time and

seems to have the mark- of inefficiency. Some way ought to be devised to eliminate so man)

stops was the Captain's belief. Louis Voda stated that another kink had ap

peared in the hatch cable. His opinion was that

off

M e e t tng

Housework

is

quickly

reduced to a science when

a

wo

this defect is caused by the block being set so

man gels in

that the cable is twisted.

terested

John Phillips suggested that a swivel block

bridge.

in

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a I Itei

O. Kenneth Falor. radio man on the Steamer

Carl D, Bradley, left our employ on Ihe twelfth of October

to become

maintenance

man at

Cleveland for the Pennsylvania Air Lines. Falor

has been connected with ihe radio operating profession since 1926 and has been with the Bradley Transportation Company and the Cen tral Radio Telegraph Company for the past seve ral years both as operator

ashore al station

WLC, Rogers City and aboard several ships of this line. Good luck. Ken.

William "Bill" llornbacher, first class wheels "pair-shaped

tarps are not in use. I he men were again cautioned about the dan

gers of leaving stone on the arches and ledges.

the impression being conveyed that any stone left at these places may fall at any time, possi bly when a man is working below and the con sequence of this is all too apparent to require mentioning.

Throughout the remainder of the

season the coal bunker hatches will be closed

The new radio-man on the Bradley is Prank Sager of Warren, 0.

man, seems

meth( d in which to secure hatch tarpaulins when they are used and also the desireable manner in which to secure the hatches and strong backs or cross battens when the vessel is light and the

to be the champion

eater of the

onion" aboard the Bradley.

At

after fueling.

Because of flying chips of stone when vessel is loading the men passing will refrain from looking into the hatch being loaded and men en gaged at work around hatches who because of

times he carries with him an "air" of distinction.

necessity wear glasses will in future be pro vided with Safety Glasses to insure to the best

Much interest is shown in the safety meetings with nearly the entire crew attending. Many constructive ideas are brought up.

possible protection for their eyes. 1because the chain toggle method of securing the ports when they are open has always been

On Saturday, October 17th, Donald McLeod,

a possible danger the Committee have decided to dispose of ami replace the chains with rods

2nd Male of the Bradley, received word by ra

of sufficient strength to safely carry the weight.

dio that his father, who lived in Scotland, had

The chairman cautioned the men about being

died suddenly. The elder Mr. McLeod was in

careful and on the alert at all times and to be

his 80's at the time of his death.

sure and take every precaution to insure their safety at all times. All standing and movable gear such as tack

It has been learned that Ray Pier, 2ml assist

ant engineer of the Bradley, is planning to get married at the end of this season of sailing. The lucky bride-to-be lives in Cleveland and the date is December twenty-sixth.

the best ol condition.

When the Pilgrim fathers celebrated the first Thanksgiving, they didn't realize whal a lot of things they had to be thankful for. Modern traffic problems hadn't been invented.

Menten: (In the pilot house) "There's a boat, mate!"

Mate: "Where? I don't see anything," Menten: •"There, over there!"

Mate

(Lt)oking

through

glasses):

"Why,

"Yes, better hook up the

wheel.

that's ten miles off."

Menten:

les, relieving tackles, guys, stays, landing booms. lifeboats etc.. will be thoroughly inspected to absolutely insure that all the equipment is in Xo other subjects

Late of Meeting. Monday. October 19. 1936. Present, Al fred Tyrrell. C h a i r m an ; Harry Sloan, S c c r e lary ;

and

Captain

Huh?"

Str. B. H. Taylor Sajety Meetings

as Suttle

Secretary; and Captain M. R. MacLean. Chi el

Engr. Thomas Suttle and Committee Members Leo Capling. Lyle Goulclte, Edward Lhrkc, Wil liam Wallace. Bernard Pilarski and Henry llaslhnhn and also other members of vessel's per sonnel not engaged on duty. Meeting called by the chairman at 1 P. M Roll call. All members present. Reading of minutes of meeting August 15th. General discussion relative to proper care ami

were

the meeting was adjourned.

M. R. 1. e a n .

Date of meeting. Sept. 15. 1936, 1:00 p. m. Present, Alfred Tyrrell. Chairman: Harry Sloan,

of a safety nature

b: ought to the attention of the Committee and

Engr.

MacC h .

A

Thom and

C o m m i ttee Members Leo

HALF-WAY

Capling, Lyle

measures

< onlette,

ward

Ed

Ehrke,

William

Wal lace . I'.ernard Pilarski and

Henry llaselhuhn of the com in i t t e e a n d ot her

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jewski, Martin Joppich, Henry Hermann, Karl

members of vessel's personnel not on duty.

Meeting called by the chairman at 1 p. in.

Hagedorn. Leon DePeudry.

Roll Call. All members present. Reading and discussion of minutes of previous meeting.

Reading of injury reports contained in the Bulletin with the purpose of demonstrating the causes of accidents, showing how in most cases the accidents resulted because of carelessness or

neglect on the part of the human element.

A platform has been built under the fore deck mooring winches for the purpose of safely sup

porting and enabling men to work on the steam supply lines to the winches. Salt has been obtained for use on deck in the

event of freezing weather conditions. J3ecau.se of the all too apparent danger ol

open hatches, this subject was given consielerable consideration with the intention of mini

Meeting called to order at 7:00 p. m. Captain Thorsen, Chief John Andersem. and man}- mem bers of the crew other than the Safely Commit tee were present. Captain Thorsen gave a talk as follows: "Our Safety meetings have been rather short and condensed. Nevertheless our record goes lo show that safety installations and safety in our methods of carrying out various duties have been strictly adhered to. My only warning, men. is lo keep yourselves in a state of constant vigi lance so that our good record may be extended throughout the entire sailing season. I have had great pleasure in sailing with you ami I want to see you all back again next season, sound anel able to carry on in the same manner in which you have so far this season. Operate with the

mizing this danger in any way which might be practicable. We have not reached any definite

utmost of care for the remainder of the season

conclusion but feel that the safest thing we can do at this time is to not open the hatches any more than necessary and then have these open ings marked by a flag at each open hatch.

mainder of the season. We have alreadv had our

The men were again cautioned about exercis ing continued alertness that we may be able to

Therefore, utmost care must be taken in mak

conclude the season

etc., and that the deckline is thoroughly blown out after using. I know you men wish to get

with no serious accidents

or deaths as a result of neglect or carelessness on our part. Meeting adjourned.

Str. W. F. White Safety Meetings Date of meeting, Sept. 27, 1935. Present Francis Bacon. Chairman; J. E. Gatons. Secretary: and Leo W'idajewski, Henry

Herman, Carl Hagedorii, Leo DcPudrv. Jones and Martin Joppich. Meeting called to order at 7:00 p. m.

Elmer

first snow storm and sub-freezing weather that left a coat of ice on our decks. We must also

keep our deck machinery in first class condition. ing sure that steam is left on mooring winches,

along and progress as you are entitled to, it is your future, and Safety is well worth a lot ol thought." Chief Engineer John Anderson also spoke,

particularly concerning Safety methods practic ed in the Engine Department.

It was suggested that the anchors lie made

free upon

entering port during the

freezing-

weather to follow.

Martin Joppich was appointed to the Commit tee from Galley Dept. Minutes of the last meeting were read.

Things are going to be more difficult for the re

All

suggestions have been carried out. Guards have been placed around radiators in shower bathroom and laundry room to prevent burns resulting from moving against radiators

Chairman spoke on handling deck engine, from a safety standpoint. Stressed the fact that

to be caught in bight of cable would probably

The Secretary stressed the fact that Safety rests in being familiar with safeguards already installed: knowing the nature of past accidents t o

prevent

r e p e tition ; thinking and acting safe1y at all times.

Shat-

mean serious injury. Brought out that usual fall

t e r - p r oof glass recom

hazards will be with us for the balance of tin season, and asked that unusual care be exer

mended

cised.

at erne r y wheel in fantail. It was stated that >n a few oc casions the

11 was insisted upon that beckets be used when handling lines. All safety appliances re

ported in good shape. Committee to examine

condition at bead pulleys (side belt controls) to see if railing can be installed to make same safer.

; Meeting adjourned at 7:45 p. m. Date .if Meeting. October 14. 1936. Present, Praneis Bacon. Chairman: James Ga

tons. Secretary: and Elmer Jones, Leo Wida

be

t o

be a

AVER

%^J -ij

installed

lights in car ;;o-hold were pulled be fore all hat ches were

JwdtotfaM

TO Bl CAREFUL

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closed. Both forward and after crews were cau

tioned to see that cargo-hold lights are always on when hatches are open. Rccennmended That chains holding deadlights in fireman's room h« renewed.

Meeting adjourned at 8 p. m.

bankers—they might employ a Hollywood snowmaker around every pay-day. This would be .u.e i<. increase ihe bank deposits.

Harold Nidy continues to point out to Alexand r M< ilocha the advantages of matrimony. Har old claims he has just about sold him on the idea

Personal Items

of connubial bliss.

We notice:

Zoology Class

That Ed Osiek doesn't smoke his cigarettes so short since he has been promoted to oiler. Rolland Bryan still has his fur. Nathan (.Maggie) Caldwell and Doc Monroe-

what is that?"

have brand-new haircuts.

father?"

Jim Gatons .and Prancis Bacon are still trying to cover up the bald spots. Russ Caswell has rouge stains on his sweater. That Chief Anderson hasn't mentioned any

a louse."

thing lately about Leo DePeudry buying gas for

just finished another addition to his model vill

the

age for our feathered friends. So if you're a bird

Packard.

They are calling Leo Widajewski "The Vaga bond Lover."

That Lief continues to bring back silver dol lars from Toledo.

That there has been a lot of talk about Flori

da since the first big snow. Steve has scrubbed the stack again. Bacon has a new title and headgear to match. lie is now known as "The Tonawanda Pilot."

Elmer Jones still has that great big enormous appetite, but Carl Bowers and Victor Pickle are running him a dead heat. Alexander is rapidly becoming proficient as a mathematician.

Bill Joppich is handling the Ford a little more gently.

The l.\ S. Steel Xews is becoming a very inter esting magazine.

Captain Thorsen has been kinda hoping that we would get in on sonic of that Cleveland and Lorain trade. However it doesn't look as if lie

has been able to convince Charlie as yet.

Teacher (pointing to a deer at zoo): "Johnny. Johnny: "I don't know."

Teacher: "What docs your mother call your lohnnv: "Don't try to make me believe that's Archie- P.ccbc. the bird house architect, has

without a home see Archie. Rates on application. Preparations are being made aboard for the coming hunting season. P.ill Joppich has been training beagle hounds and Alex Maloedia has

been trying to buy up a good dog in Gary. Some are shooting rabbits, some deer, but most seem to be shooting a well known domestic animal.

These twelve course dinners are getting the best of Mr. Carl Bowers, gourmand, epicurean and gastronomist, deluxe. Along about the mid

dle his jaws have been giving out on him. Joe came to the rescue and provided Carl with an

elastic chin band. Xow all Carl has to do is push and the rubber band takes care of the peak load. enabling him to get through the entire dinner without immediate distress.

After reading the Old Timers story about the "iron Men" of days gone by, we still remain un impressed. We'll take our gyros, direction-find ers, radio, steam heat and all—and, regardless of our decadence, we deliver the stone!

We hear that the Steamer Robinson has add

ed a mile or so an hour to her speed due to the streamline rudder. It might be a good idea to

put one on the SS Carl D. Bradley—then she might be able to beat the While into Gary. A magazine writer says a dog fills an empt\

place in a man's life. This is especially true of the hot dog.

Joe /oho reports that the way the boys arefilling up they don't figure on spending much of their hard earned deiugh for grub this winter.

Joe is getting us all rounded out like a troupe of Gibson Girls.

Several weeks ago we had a sample of real winter weather—the kind that brings out last season's overcoats and makes the boys check up on their bank accounts. Just as a hint to the

Capt. G. A. Martin of the Steamer Calcite in charge of Boat drill on Londus May. X. Y. Man ning the oars are Walter Callum.

Russ Dahl-

huvg. John Pigelan. Albert Hoeft ami Chas. Vogler.

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Deacon Warwick is on the warpath. Some well

the meeting, who stated it was to be regretted

meaning but slightly misguided bloke put Epsom

that our wish to have a clean record this year

Salt in his Instant Manam Syladex (with agaragar). Perhaps Mr. Valentin or Geo. Jones can help him out, as all local knowledge of chemis try has been of no avail in precipitating the salt.

Str. John Cx. Mninson

Safety M^eetmgs

Date of Meeting. August 21st, 1936. Present: I). E. Nauts. Chairman; Geo. Hoy.

Secretary: James Lamb, Conveyorman; Louis Leveck. Steward;

Theo. Strand,

Watchman:

Cap Akers. Deckwateh; Michael Idalski, Stokerman; Joseph Buck, Oiler. Meeting called to order at one p. m. Capt. Dahlburg opened the nun-ting express

ing his appreciation for the manner in which the crew were cooperating in SAFETY FIRST The Captain also urged that all men who could possibly attend Life Boat Instruction Class do so, as it will enable them to have a more general

has been disappointed by a lost time accident. It has demonstrated very clearly the fact that well known hazards

aboard a

steamboat can

never be pointed out too often, but must be re peated over and over at our meetings until the mind instinctively flashes the "DANGER" sig nal whenever work is being performed in a man ner contrary to safety practice.

The Chief Engineer, Mi'. Urdal, appropriately spoke on fall hazards, pointing out dangers al ways present due to heavy weather, freezing temperatures, etc. Warned that all loose equip ment be lashed and ready for rolling anytime, for when articles start sliding around is a very poor time to be lashing them. A letter from Mr. Valentin dated Sept. 16th

was read pertaining to kopak life belts placed

crew had done so far this season, and that he

on board last season. It explained how the vests were being used in the Pittsburgh fleet to safe guard men working over the side. In comment ing on letter. Chairman stated that we have in past protected men over the side by keeping a ring buoy ami line at hand. However, as the vests have proved so practical as stated in let

had not noticed any violations of the rules. Pie

ter we will in

added, however, that SAFETY WORK could not

men are working over the side of vessel. It was reported by Ralph O'Toole that some of the steps leading to lower conveyor room were broken and jagged on edges. New steps will be made or ordered to replace all steps in

knowledge of the drills. The Chief Engineer, Mr. Urdal. commented on

the good job of carrying on SAFETY work the

rest on past laurels, but that it must be kept in mind and practiced every day for the balance of the season.

The 1st Mate read a list entitled "MARINE

ACCII SENT 1'R EVEKTION

INFORMATION"

furnished by Mr. Valentin containing twentyone safety work prompters. These were taken up separately and in detail and the importance of each emphasized as pertaining to the MLTN SOX.

The Chief Engineer reported that the office had granted permission to install additional skirt-boards on the elevator to eliminate danger of openhearlh and large lumps in coal cargoes from jumping over elevator. This will be taken The Chief also mentioned that he did not con

ed access to boats and was dangerous to men using ladder any time. To correct above, the Mate instructed watchmen that in future, after

leaving loading dock, they should secure these falls to stack guy on boat deck clear of ladders. There being no further business presented, meeting was adjourned at two p. m. Date of Meeting. September 29th. 1936. Present: I).

E. Xauts, Chairman: Geo. Hoy.

Secretary: James Lamb, Conveyorman;

A light on after port corner of Pirenicn's cab in was reported not burning due to a short cir cuit, and as Mr. Ware is aboard overhauling the

electrical equipment, he will make the proper re pairs to this light. After a complete review of former recom mendations and safety measures the meeting was adjourn ed at eight p. Almost all of the terrible

thin g s

w e

dread never come to pass,

so what is the

use of lying awake during

the night? The best that a knock

Louis

er can expect

Watchman;

from the door

Cap Akers, Deckwateh; Michael Idalski, Stokerman ; Joseph Buck, Oiler.

of opportuni ty is a set

Leveck. Steward:

Theo. Strand.

Meeting called to order at seven p. m.

Chairman called Upon Capt. Dahlburg to open

whenever

such condition, as soon as possible.

care of just as soon as the material is available.

sider it a good practice to hang after lad Icr falls on cabin ladder to boat deck as it hamper

future use the vests

of s k i n n e d knuckles.

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Jrersonal Items

The election not far distant and the fast ap

proaching lay-tip seem to be the main topics of

It's going onward

Our able and

blustering second

assistant's

horse ran second recently.

Vacancies in our ranks have brought two pro

fighting

It's being clean and playing fau lt's laughing lightly at Dame Despair: It's looking at the stars that glow, yet not

conversation these da vs.

We often hear—this civilized world in which we live. When we read of the revolution in Spain, we wonder.

despite defeat.

staunchly but keeping sweet;

overlooking the work below It's snuggling on with the will to win. but taking loss with a cheerful grin. It's sharing sorrow and work and mirth and

making better this good old earth. It's serving, striving through strain and stress It's doing your noblest—that's Success.

motions;; Louis (ire-gory, watchman to wheels man ami Theodore Werner, deckwateh to watch

—Author Unknown.

man.

Chicago to New York in three hours via air.

Our no accident record so proudly boasted of in the last issue of "Screenings" took wings shortly after that issue went to press and Ave find ourselves among the also rans. Ted Stand says it's so healthy down in "them thar hills" that they had to kill a man to start a cemetery. The canaries sing bass and the ba bies pick their teeth with hunting knives.

Why that's just what it used to take Chicle Ezra to drive- to Applcgate.

I he time has come to say good-bye and a happy, healthy winter to you all.

-Reports ol Ships ol the Vv/aterways .Navigation Company

A good citizen should believe in God and the Constitution of the United States and exercise

Str. T. TV'. Robinson Safety Meetings

his right as a citizen by voting according to his

M. the fourth safety meeting was brought to

own belief rather than by any pressure brought to bear on him by any political party. The long trek to

Florida will begin

On Wednesday, August 12. 19.1'>. at 12:30 P. order.

The minutes of the last meeting were read during

early December.

and recommendations checked over.

Fred Johnson was appointed to take the place of

Roland Tulgetski as representative qf the

Jim Lamb says one year of this sailing busi ness is enough. There are some lists, Jim. thai

coalpassers.

just won't come out.

hole in the deck aft at the head of the stairway

It's an ill wind that blows no one good. A re

cent delay in Buffalo caused by low water gave us a chance to lower away and shove off. Every

thing was okay until we headed through the Buffalo North Gap and the Coast Guard very graciously offered us a tow. Were we burned

up. We did right well, however, and really en joyed the sailors' vacation. Of course a few of

the past masters of tlie art of sculling didn't feel the need of brushing up a bit so they did the disappearing act. Bad weather, icy decks and general fall wea ther conditions behooves "Eternal Vigilance." It's doing your job as best you can and being just to your fellowman ;

It's making money, but holding friends an 1

The n< w subjects brought up were to drill a to the secoiid deck as water always settles theremaking it slippery. "i here having been an accident of a man fall ing in the coal hunker hatch, the mates were

asked to be more careful about leaving it open after fueling.

Two

lights

were

recom

mended to be installed

aft to light up the boat deck.

He>rseplay has been no ticed with t he hose

staying true to your aims and ends:

While washi n g d o w n

It's figuring how and learning why. and look ing forward and thinking high, and dreaming a

stopped.

little and doing much It's keeping always in closest touch with what is finest in word in deed:

and must be The

deck

departmen t were

asked

It's being thorough, yet making speed,

to

It's daring blithely the field of chance while

closer watch

keep

a

You'd better lake JenkinsIKNOW he's a Safe Worker"

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on the arches as occasionally there are lumps

of coal dropping down while men are in the car go hold on the clean-up. A hand rail is to be bolted to the A frame aft the elevator motor.

Attention was called to the two gratings aft the coal bunkerhatch. They are supported only by about three-eights inch on each end. Hangers

ber thirty hatch. As this ladder has been moved from number thirty hatch and back to number

thirty-one several times and neither place found suitable it was decided to recommend that a scut

tle hatch be built, with a ladder down the after bulkhead and installed as winter work.

Having electric heaters of the air cooled type

would like the opinion of the other committees— that a pamphlet be brought out containing the

forward, the crew were cautioned not to lay their wet clothes on them to dry. thereby shut ting off the air supply which would cause over heating and possibly a fire. It was suggested to warn the watch when

rules which have been made and generally ac cepted as standard to be passed out to new mem

pery.

are to be made to make these secure.

Another suggestion was brought up—and we

bers of the crew.

After this was talked over at some length, the meeting was adjourned.

The fifth safety meeting was brought to order

Sept. 10, 1936, at' 12:30 P. M., all members being

they are called, if the decks were icy and slip More routine precautious were brought up le>r discussion, such as shutting off the belts while working around them and taking care in running the gates back on after running the gear rack out. Securing all lot)se material. Being careful

present. Merlin Perdike was appointed represen

of icy decks. Meeting adjourned.

tative of the coalpassers. The recommendations of last meeting were

Sir. Calcite Safety Meetings

read over and reported to have been taken care

Date of Meeting, Sept. 28, 1936. Present, Wal

of.

Stanley Idalski made the suggestion that the batons be replaced behind the clamps after the tarps have been taken off, keeping the space be tween the hatches clear.

James Fryc made the suggestion that men working around the engine room do not have a

tag hanging out of their pocket as it is apt to be caught in moving machinery. Attention was called to the mate the day be fore our safely meeting that there were no dan

ger signs over the port boles, and it was taken care of immediately.

ter Callam, Chairman; Norman Henderson, .Sec

retary; and Leo Kowalski, Albert Hoeft, August Ouad'e, Steve Vacoff and many others represent ing different departments of the vessel. This meeting was called to order at 7:30 P. M. and attendance was large. The minutes of the last meeting were read and discussed. All safe ty suggestions that were recommended were carried out.

A general discussion regarding the handling of hatches, boom cables, mooring cables etc. was entered into. The deck crew were cautioned to

The Chief reported that the floodlights for

put on Special effort in their safety work now

the boat deck have been ordered and would be

that the fall weather was coming and to expect adverse conditions such as ice and wind, all of

installed as soon as they arrive. Meeting adjourned at 1:30 P. M.

winch makes the deck work more dangerous. All

loose ex

Tlie sixth safety meeting of the season was brought to order at 12:30 P. M. on Oct. 12, 1936. by Chairman Lester Barinon.

tra gear and parts are to

.After the reading of the minutes of last meet

curely no that

ing, some new items were brought to the at

in heavy wea ther t h er o

tention of the committee.

be lashed se

A letter from Mr. Valentin was read.

would not be

in the porters' bathroom the radiator is in an

a

chance

of

exposed place. Several persons have been burned their coming and it was suggested that a wooden guard be built around it.

In the wings of the tunnel there are several condulet pipes sticking out at about eye level. It being dark and men working there cleaning up. it was decided to tie them up out of the way until such time as the lights have been installed.

The question of the place fe>r the ladder, in

the cargo hold aft, was again brought up and

loose.

The hands

deck were

cautioned i" take g r e a t care Whi 1 e landing o n docks to up. not

tie to

discussed at length. At present it is in number thirty-one hatch. It will be moved or rather an

jump on the landing boom.

other ladder will be built all the way down num

but to lift the

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weight with their hands and swing out. All ma

chinery, especially the hoisting motor, to be kept clear of clothes, rags, gloves, etc. The grease and oil from the deck winches to

be eliminated as much as possible and the excess to be wiped off the deck.

ve vant to.

Veil it vont be long now unt den ve vill be

getting our numbers for der old age pension dot ve are going to pay for unt vot are ve going to

get oud of id if ve die before ve get to be sixty Live years old.

The deck crew were warned coming in the engine room with boots on. The floor is very slippery and one may get a nasty fall. A general discussion about the conditions in

the galley came up. It was decided that the crew were very lax in keeping it clean. This condi

tion can be remedied by each man having his lunch and clearing out. This is not a meeting place and is not to be used as one. Meeting closed at 8:15 P. M.

Unt vont it be nice ven voti see

a. friend of yours unt do nod have to say Ilelloo Prilzie or John uudt only hear him say how are

you 28 unt you .say OK 2903 yotist like being in der states prison vare you got a number Intel no name unt can call up your sweetie unt she vill say wrong number or der line is hussy. Veil del" retired vones vont go to Florida on der thirteen seventy five per you can bet on dat.

Unt judging by der vay some of der politickers are riming der campain dey dont have der ear to der ground but do have der hands in der mud

by der vay id is flying around. Veil, Mitzie you know dot Ray Minton has a

very nice trailer to loan out so dot der pcopcls can haul coal mil id if you dont buleve me yotist ask Ray for eler lone of id.

Mitzie- der snow is starling to come nut del" sotirkidul is getting all made for der vinter unt den der slaughter of der pigs vill begin nod like der six million vent but into der liverwurst unt

der good old pork barrel so dot der volt" will nod bowel ad der door dis vinter.

Veil Mitzie I youst saw a funny vone in our local paper under der heading of der Countys past thirty years ago vare a young lady comeover from our neighboring city to sit on der

board

A l ^rhiuipiiirMy dear Mitzie: Veil, Mitzie, now dot der time is for der bun

ders nut der tall stories, ve should have a lot of

news in der sports.

Cap Peppier is der

bird

tamer of der tug crews. Comes in very near mil der limit every day only I vouhl like to know vedder Bill Pulchcr or Pep does der shooting. I votild bet on Bill any time two to voue. He is der guy dot gets der birds if nod der credit. Veil. Mitzie. you know dot Bob Cbrittinton is

of school commissioners.

Probly

dey

ucaded id at dot time but youst led vone of elem try id now. Mitzie der editor of der Schreenings tells me dot dis vill be de last issue for dis year so you vill nod hear from me again untill der flower-; bloom again in der spring mil der veals start going round again den ve vill probly have somethin;-; to write ahoud again. Only I vouhl like to give you der low down on all of der deer hunting stories bud dot is to far away unt Joe vants to get dis issue of der Schreenings off our hands so I vill have te> come to a close for dis

time unt say

der champion goosee shooter unt Frank Rankie picks up der dead vones dot Bob shoots. Veil

Audi Veider Sayu. Schnopsie

you boys should know dot der sea gulls make

verry poor speck ganse. Why dont dey try der crow racket unt make speck crow otid of dcm. You know dot Dave Larson is very fond of vilde ducks bud der American whistlers are der

only vemes can tickle his palate. Of course dot may be on account of der fishie flavor a hering snapper.

Veil, Mitzie id vant he long now ven ve can sit down in der evening tint turn on der radio tint not have to listen to a lot of politickers call ing each oder names bud id is about as good as

der advertizing campain dot ve ged over it unt ele-n ve can gel der low down on any vone vol

Can You Dope 'Em Out?

A and B each have a quantity of apples. If A gives I! one of his, they both will have the same, but if B gives A one of his, then A will have

twice as many as B. Flow many apples do they each have?

A farmer bought 100 animals for $100. He paid $10 each for cows, $3 each for pigs, and 50c each for sheep. How many of each did he buy? Can you place the numbers 1 to 9 inclusive in

a square containing three numbers each way so their totals will lie 15 in each and every direc tion ?

Uin't Dt Jbtxanqz "lsn t it .strange that princes and Kings, And clowns mat caper in sawdust rings, Anel even common folks like you and me,

Are the builders ol eternity: r^ach is given a bag ol tools, A blueprint and a nook ol rules; JCyacii must make ere Jile has llown

A stumhling block or a steppingstone. .—oharpe.