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Newspaper
Browning Leader Record
Location
Browning, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Feb 04, 1915
Page
3
Missouri faces high fire losses and a rising rate of arson. Charles G. Revelle, state superintendent of insurance, warned that Missouri is a dumping ground for arsonists and urged legislative creation of an efficient fire marshal department and better rate data collaboration for insurers.
A two-story building on West Pine street collapsed at 6 pm after a carload of flour was stored on the second floor. Occupied by A. Spiess grocer the fire quickly spread to Doolin s grocery Hickman s clothing store and Montgomery Go lay s drug store. Estimated loss of buildings and merchandise reaches $60 000 as firemen battled the blaze amid freezing water.
The Supreme Court decided the Eighth Circuit has no authority to establish a receivership in Dallas County to levy and collect special taxes for a $236,000 railroad bond judgment in favor of David Yost from 1871. Yost claimed county officials refused the levy and the court assess power.
A boiler explosion at the Trusty sawmill in Beverly kills two sons aged 18 and 7 and fatally injures their father Joseph Trusty. The blast shatters the boys’ bodies.
Joplin launches the Jigney auto bus service following street car routes. A second company plans bus lines between Joplin and nearby towns not connected by trolley.
Journalism Week at the University of Missouri runs May 3 to 7 with a Made in Missouri program. Speakers include publishers editors reporters magazine writers illustrators cartoonists special correspondents and other journalism representatives connected to Missouri.
Miss Martha Cole a young Montgomery teacher died and was buried there recently marking the third Cole family death in a short span after the mother and father James Cole died first.
A young man, John Stillwell eighteen, son of James Stillwell, died in Grove Grath Valley Jackson County from pneumonia caused by a nut hull accident. The hull struck him and led to his death. Potter, a former county court judge, is named in the report.
Gus Teifenthaler of St Louis was indicted for paying internal revenue tax after a raid on his creamery. Officers found white and colored oleomargarine and coloring materials, with a hidden cellar and trap doors. He was released on a $3000 bond. about 2000 pounds of colored oleo were seized.
A southwest Missouri dairying tour led by A. J. McDowell Frisco dairy agent showcased milk testing and ration preparation to boost dairy output without raising farmer costs. Assisting were J. W. Watson of the state college extension and B. W. White of Frisco development. Stops included Seneca Pierce City Exeter Cassville Purdy Verona Marionville Billings Mount Vernon and Greenfield.
Four Carthage churches were broken into with ransacking and desecration. Sacred emblems were thrown, altars marred, and donation boxes robbed. A liberal reward will be offered for arrests and conviction of the thieves. A masked robber later held up the Salisbury Wa bash depot, obtaining 75 to 80 dollars and a 32 dollar check from the night operator.
A youth robbed a mill office at St. Joseph stealing seventy five pay envelopes and cashing over $1,009 as workers were paid. He fled in a curbside rig. Police have arrested several suspects in the case.
Eva Tooley, 15, Bohannon District School student, won the Macon County gold medal as county best speller. Sixteen contestants from townships competed, only three boys. The contest lasted all afternoon with many difficult words.
In St Louis federal court three men pleaded guilty to violating the federal tax on colored oleomargarine, the first of forty defendants to face trial. An attempted bank robbery at Granby Newton County failed when two robbers fled, abandoning burglary tools.
B. W. Speece died in Carthage at age 85. He came to the area shortly after the war, formerly worked as a merchant and remained active in the community until his death.
The article argues a modern shift in Jesus' teaching from an inward kingdom to a visible social order. It cites Rudolf Eucken and urges that the Kingdom must be among us, transforming society through justice, peace, and improved living conditions, not merely within hearts.
The piece argues soul saving is the church's chief business and that many efforts may seem worthwhile but fail unless they lead to personal salvation. It warns against spreading energy across many methods without securing real acceptance of Christ as Savior and emphasizes the one thing needed.
A Unity inspired affirmation urges repeated silent and spoken declaration of being energy and strength. The phrase centers on omnipresent life permeating every fiber of the speaker, aiming to fill nerves with energy and vitality through continuous repetition.
J T Moore of Underhill Manitoba James Steel of Battleford Sas Saskatchewan and H J Smith of Clover Bar Alberta recount journeys from Scotland and Michigan to Canada. They claim free homesteads and self reliance enable wealth, contrasting urban grievances with rural success in mixed farming and land appreciation. A Canadian Government Agent may offer guidance.
Harold jokes about his wife dressing like a queen after marriage and being proud like a king at first, followed by grumbling like a taxpayer. Miss Cayenne consents with a playful nod to evolving marital dynamics.
An old remedy advertises Wyeths Sage and Sulphur Hair Remedy to darken gray hair naturally. It claims the product restores color, adds luster, stops dandruff and hair loss, and is available in stores for about 50 cents. Apply with sponge or brush to small strands for gradual darkening.
Naval medical authorities, after experience in Vera Cruz, advise white clothing and hats are too sunful in the tropics. They recommend khaki or forestry neutral uniforms for navy landing parties according to The Pathfinder.
Tender sensitive skins benefit from Cuticura Soap and fragrant emollients. After a hot bath they soothe skin scalp hair and hands. suitable for toilet and nursery use. Free samples by mail with booklet.
A reflective line cautions that harming others harms oneself and notes many cannot endure the sight of their own end. The proverb-like statement emphasizes accountability and personal consequences.
A short, clipped exchange at Mrs Mouatt's reveals a tense moment as a caller worries about a man’s safety and hints at his imminent return. The judge tones imply concern over a potentially grave outcome.
A witty exchange portrays Professor Grouch claiming to end distress by starving the poor. The mock dialogue contrasts grand schemes with harsh social critique in a satirical tone.
A legal action tightens control over reservoir allocations as court orders force stockholders to disclose holdings and limit water distribution. The move affects farmers, mill owners, and regional distributors relying on the water supply for production and irrigation.
Michael D. Tchelisheff, architect of the vodka ban, rises from peasant roots and a house painter’s start to become mayor of Samara and now a millionaire. He towers over six feet four inches with a powerful frame.
A playful exchange contrasts old dogs resisting new tricks with others eager to try the tango and the maxixe, highlighting a lighthearted wish to learn lively dances.
A light observation on how a child's charm or cheekiness is viewed differently depending on whether the child is one’s own or a neighbor’s. The piece contrasts parental pride with neighborly amusement and hints at social expectations.
A playful strip-like snippet shows Eve asking for a gown while Adam resists reading the morning paper. They exchange quips about a fresh start and a fig, capturing a light year end or new year mood. A separate exchange offers a brief joke about a match and vanity.
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