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Newspaper
Browning Leader Record
Location
Browning, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1911
Page
2
A condensed roundup covers issues from a Russia treaty abrogation vote to local Kansas indictments and elections. Items include murders, graft probes, industrial fires, airship tests, and railway banditry across Missouri, Kansas, Illinois, and beyond with multiple named towns and figures noted.
An Atchison man offers funds for a municipal electric light plant. A Los Angeles wind storm kills one and damages properties. The Newton monument for unknown Civil War dead was unveiled by the Grand Army Relief corps. Iola Portland Cement issues 2 million dollars in bonds. Centreville fire destroys two blocks and damages a third, about 50 000 dollars. Chicago chosen for the national Republican convention on June 18. Twelve St Louis jurors refuse to sign a verdict and are jailed. The Sherwood pension bill passes the House affecting 400 000 veterans. Garden City petitions call for a January 9 election on commission government. State officers report 200 joints in operation in Leavenworth. Santa Fe Railway buys land for a roundhouse at Augusta. Ireland potatoes, 25000 sacks, reach New York.
In Paris, Mme. Curie is named as a corespondent in a divorce. The report notes the Nobel laureate’s involvement amid a high profile marital dispute.
Frank Peck leads a Kansas City stockholders group planning a new Olathe newspaper. Ex mayor Schmitz graft trials resume next week. Howell County farmer Andrew Carter paroled after killing a man over a nickel. Hyde juror Waldron missing post-escape amid mistrial expectations. Perjury arrest hits Ernest Hand, witness in Mineral Kansas killing case. Wealthy Missouri farmer Martin Hunning shot dead. Mrs. Ben Gray burned to death near Waldron. Shady Bend farm name registered by A E Sayre. Damages to Miss Mary Chamberlain set at no less than 25000. Motorcycle racer Joe Wolters injured in Oakland. Miner Jimmie Hamilton killed by interurban near Weir. Topeka mayor Billard challenged to debate re submission by J A Shields. Vermillion bus lines endorse John D. Rockefeller for President. Peter Sharp seeks divorce. two wives noted. Desloge woman Florence Fisher dies by self-inflicted harm in St. Louis hotel. Dr. David G. Moberly commits suicide. A L Dorsey acquitted of killing George Hinton. William Scott and wife die by suicide near Holton. Gas explosion at Caney wet pump station injures employee. A C Brice recalls plot to wreck the Maine warning officers 24 hours prior. Judge Cottera declares Oklahoma convict-made goods labeling law unconstitutional. China moving away from Ae.
Sir Thomas Shaughnessy of the Canadian Pacific Railway offered 1000 in gold for the best 100 pounds of wheat grown in the American continent at the New York Land Show. Winner Seager Wheeler of Rosthern Saskatchewan, a British subject, exhibited the Marquis variety and earned wide praise for his farm and seed quality. Alberta and British Columbia also shone at related congresses with numerous prizes and the grand sweepstakes cup awarded in Edmonton.
A judge recalls a woman insisting on a woman lawyer for her divorce to avoid contravening a marriage ceremony phrase. The remark highlights the era's gender expectations and courtroom humor.
A playful exchange notes a sailor’s acrobatic pose after lighting a pipe. Bobby jokes the book claims he sat on his chest, prompting Mamma’s amused inquiry.
A fragmented reflection on how imagined contempt from others affects self-worth. The text references a teething syrup and a stray ad line, then pivots to a philosophical claim that lacking self-respect leaves little home for the man. The tone blends satire with social critique and odd product nods.
Kansas City juror Harry W. Waldron surrendered to Judge Porterfield after fleeing from the Centropolis hotel during voir dire. He stated confusion over his actions and was found mentally unfit for jury service, leading to the discharge of the 11 jurors and the reset of Hyde's third trial for the January term.
In Lawrence Kansas a farmer's wife fighting fire in her kitchen ran with her 7 month old child through a pasture to a pond. She tossed the baby over a five foot stone wall and then leaped after it. Doctors say she may recover if she keeps up her courage. Neighbors saved the house from burning after finding an overturned kerosene can.
City attorneys refuse to defend bootleggers citing widespread guilt. Four defendants faced district court trials with two receiving maximum fines and jail terms as bootlegging cases proceed.
Salina Kansas F B Preston a chiropractic physician was acquitted by a jury in district court here of practicing without a license from the state board of examination and registration.
An English claimant, H. J. Davis of Southwick Staffordshire, writes Gov Stubbs seeking steps to obtain the Jimsey Davis estate in Marion county Kansas. The Topeka report notes the English interest and inquiry into the settlement process.
The Rev C M Brewer of Olustee Oklahoma, pastor of the First Baptist Church, was arrested at Fort Riley and brought to Altus to await a marshal. He denies the charges as absurd and says he can prove a complete alibi, claiming no knowledge of the named individuals or the dynamiting incidents.
In St. Louis Missouri the strike of railway clerks tied to the Terminal Railroad association is called off as workers and families suffer hunger. The move ends a stoppage that affected freight and passenger flows.
The Patriotic Women's Union in Düsseldorf proposed obligatory military service for women at a meeting led by Privy Dozent Semen Witzel. The claim outlined the aim of gendered conscription and national service.
An aging pastor faces a changing congregation as Elder Fenwick pushes for a new leader. In a moving farewell on communion Sunday, fourteen youths choose to join, followed by a hundred parishioners who greet the old minister with hopeful hands and new welcome.
Jeremiah Taylor compares prayer to a river that must run strong and full to overcome obstacles. A weak or diverted prayer wanders among trifles and stalls, while a fervent, hungry desire moves swiftly to the throne of mercy and receives divine refreshment.
The Rev J W Clapman argues that reform movements can improve humanity but err by not taking the proper first step. He warns that without correct initial action the efforts lack solid foundation.
A sobbing mistress laments losing her dog Fido as a friend suggests a newspaper ad. The victimized owner notes the dog cannot read, making a notice seem pointless, highlighting a light domestic moment from Woman's Home.
Mr Growcher dismisses superstition about Friday calling it depressing. He says a man should feel comfortable believing there is only one unlucky day in the week.
A brief Atchison Globe note praises memory for avoiding repeating stories to the same audience, a quip on storytelling discipline and public communication.
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