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Newspaper
Browning Leader Record
Location
Browning, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1913
Page
6
Brief collected world items gathered from all parts of the globe presented in a compact form for readers. Adventures in far places, cultural notes, and notable happenings share space in this concise glimpse.
Government funds totaling fifty million dollars to be deposited only in institutions that meet currency needs of agriculture. Treasury officials and bankers discussed distribution of deposits, with plans to deploy up to 150 million dollars if needed. News covering Wilson administration, impeachment moves, and related unrest across the nation.
August Bebel dies in Zurich at 73. Canal Zone news says Culebra Cut dredges may ready shipping by December. Balkan peace treaty signed in Bucharest, Romania orders Romanian army to evacuate Bulgarian territory in 15 days and Servian Greek troops in 3 days. House of Commons approves Marconi wireless project. Portobello quarry collapse buries a steam shovel killing 13. Rioting erupts between Nationalists and Orangemen in Londonderry. Austrian missionary Father Ohrwalten dies in Omdurman at 58.
A C Harvey dies after tennis match in Minneapolis. J P Wheatley named national bank examiner for Oklahoma and part of Arkansas. Senator Joseph F Johnston dies in Washington at his apartment. William J Collins, 22, Braymer Missouri, confesses to killing John P Benson and burning the body on a Canadian claim after stealing over $1800.
A statewide review notes Springfield near a historic water famine as Greene County warns residents to curb usage. The Springfield Water Company issues a formal warning detailing limited supply from Sac River Full Brights Springs and Valley Water Springs amid worsening daily shortages.
James J. Kirkendall aged 80 died at the Masonic Home of Missouri after giving $17,000 of his savings to the home over eleven years. He donated his Hamilton Missouri home to a California lodge after his wife’s death three years ago and was cared for at the institution thereafter. He spent most of his life in Hamilton working as a carpenter until age 73 and held three Masonry degrees.
The body of coal miner Davis G. Jenkins was found on railroad tracks at Bevier with red stains and a nearby blood pool. Authorities believe a murder occurred and the sheriff with the prosecuting attorney plan warrants after the coroner's inquest. Jenkins, 35, lived with his widowed mother.
Mexico's interurban railroad from Mexico to Moling ten miles north suspended operations after a receiver sale. The line, now owned by J. D. Bates W. W. Mundy D. B. Guthrie J. Shan Brown J. A. Botts and Marshall Rust, will be tied up until the owners agree to incorporate.
Mrs Angeline Longan widow of P H Longan former Pettis county circuit clerk died at her home five miles west of Sedalia born November 25 1949 in Pettis county She spent her life there leaving six children including Capt Rufus E Longan in the U S A who is stationed in the Hawaiian Islands.
The Warrensburg Normal summer school recently graduated 265 members. Ninety five received life diplomas, 185 earned regent's certificates, and thirty nine were licensed to teach in rural schools. Rev. Mr. Gelvin of First Presbyterian Church delivered the invocation.
About 2500 people witnessed the laying of the cornerstone for the new 50000 dollar Barry county court house. The event was led by the Grand Lodge of Masons of Missouri with Past Grand Master C. C. Wood of St. Louis in charge. A large basket picnic followed.
Roy Hector aged 22 drowned after diving in the One Hundred and Two river near Savannah. He struck an object, suffered brain concussion, was revived briefly, then died three hours later after being rescued by Adolph Bishop.
William H. Schwettmann 53 a prominent Lincoln resident died at Maywood hospital Sedalia after forty seven years in Lincoln he leaves a wife and three children.
Judge William D. Rusk of the circuit court in St. Joseph denied a restraining order to stop a special election set for August 26. The measure seeks to recall Mayor Charles A. Pfeiffer and asks officials to refrain from holding the vote.
The Kay county grand jury has indicted several wealthy men on perjury charges for making false returns on tax assessments.
State officials and Gov. Elliott W. Major mobilize 300000 workers for August 20 and 21 highway projects. Missouri gravel sand and stone stocks cover one hundred counties with ample supplies. 1912 sand and gravel sales reached 1083704 dollars on 3682280 tons, while 1911 volumes were 5605913 tons valued at 1042674 dollars. Tailings from zinc and lead districts totaled 2723403 tons, sold at fifty cents per ton for 1361701 dollars. Top dressing for roads ranks next to gravel, with on hand supplies enough for the planned improvements.
The Federation of Women’s Clubs in St. Joseph endorses smoking on street cars after the railway company sought a prohibition. Members say rear platform smoking is not objectionable and urge enforcement against spitting and improved winter car ventilation.
Miss Loula Long of Kansas City won the $1 000 stake in the Boone county fair horse show riding My Virginia Dare with John Hook of Paris Missouri. She placed first in the 5 gaited event with My Virginia Dare. She also placed fifth with Kymokan Edmore of Mexico and second with Princess Fisher among seven entries.
The 2 cent fare takes effect on the Kansas City Clay County and St. Joseph Electric railway. Liberty station pays more under the new rate, rising from a special 55 cent round trip to 60 cents, while other stations align with the lower charge.
Dr L C Miller aged 87 who died in Chicago was buried at Knobnoster. A former frontiersman before the 1860s he served in Quantrells band during the war. After the conflict he settled in Knobnoster as a physician and retired about eight years ago due to failing eyesight and old age.
Mrs. Benson wife of J P Benson and her child will receive the 1800 dollars found in the trunk of William Jr Collins who confessed to Benson's murder in Canada Collins signed a waiver stating the money was not his
A whisky barrel explosion at a St Louis home killed seven year old John Thier. Witnesses describe a possible match and bunghole view or solar fumes igniting, while others deny matches. The boy was injured, died hours later at a hospital as his mother fainted.
N M Cameron of Jackson county purchased from John T Loveland a 103 acre farm located one and a half miles northwest of Smithton for thirty two thousand twenty five dollars.
A gold watch worth 100 dollars will be awarded by the Kansas City Motor Car Dealers association to the road overseer in Jackson county with the best results after work on August 20 and 21. The award is decided by a majority vote of the county court. The association offers fifty touring cars and ten motor trucks to transport participants to and from the road work.
President Wilson publicly reprimanded Ambassador Henry Lane Wilson for an impropriety in criticizing the British foreign office. Ambassador Page was told to convey regret to Sir Edward Grey that a U.S. diplomatic official acted inappropriately. The move followed a cable confirming a British recognition of the Huerta regime after Wilson praised Huerta in Mexico City.
President Wilson told Democratic senators he opposes any Senate recess between tariff passage and currency discussion. He wants the party to finish tariff and currency in this session so December can start anti trust and other reforms. Secretary Tumulty relayed his views and found a solid majority favoring prompt legislation and no recess.
Gen Edward F Jones former New York lieutenant governor and Civil War veteran died after a stroke. He led Massachusetts volunteers who answered Lincoln's call and aided in Washington after Baltimore skirmishes. He was known for the phrase Jones pays the freight and had been blind for many years.
The body of George Winkfield, the accused murderer of 13 year old Estelle Potter, was found near Lexington at the mouth of Crooked River. His throat was cut and authorities suspect suicide. Coroner Hannibal Harris turned the body over to Lafayette county officials after identification by Lexington citizens. Several locals who first sighted the body claim the $400 reward offered for Winkfield’s capture.
Camp Perry Ohio begins a 29 day shooting event period as the NRA holds the Wimbledon Cup long-range championship. The historical trials start with the Wimbledon Cup contests and culminate with the President’s Match set for August 21.
Syracuse University educator Professor Wellesly Perry Coddington died in Hamburg Germany after a career spanning forty years at Syracuse University. He was among the universitys most widely known educators.
A tornado struck the village of Douglas north of Bismarck, demolishing the town. Several people were injured and telegraph and telephone lines are down, with no confirmed fatalities.
Guildford England reports the Countess Laszlo Szechenyi formerly Gladys Van derbilt has a daughter. Mother and child are reported well at Great Tangley Manor.
An Englishman touring the world learned a local paper misprinted his return notice by dropping a letter. The line read that his friends were surprised he is un changed, a slip caused by the compositor.
In a terse exchange the woman explains why she ended the engagement claiming the man is conceited. She notes he never admitted he was unworthy of her love during their time together.
Quick remark from a mother and cheerful reply from Lillian about a new baby. The mother explains family roles with humor and Lillian questions how fast the arrangement came about.
Mothers urged to examine each Castoria bottle for the AY TULAAL signature claiming safe remedy for infants and children. The ad notes Castoria has been in use for over three decades and that children cry for Fletcher's Castoria.
The text hints at Sally Simpson’s marriage being completed, with a judge remark about the happy man and the father of Sally. It contrasts ambition and sacrifice, noting two men pursue fame. one achieves it while the other dies. A cynical line links saving money to wasted youth.
In Windom Kansas a woman describes severe bladder and female weakness symptoms. She credits Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound with curing her after costly doctor visits. The ad urges others with female troubles to try the remedy and to write for advice.
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