21 Feb 1918
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Newspaper
Browning Leader Record
Location
Browning, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 1918
Page
1
A Chillicothe Constitution reflection extols the husband as provider and protector and urges wives to reinforce their role with devotion and moral guidance. It contrasts labor as a friend with idle life and condemns street roaming while urging parental vigilance and self reliance. The piece blends moral exhortation with tribute to motherhood.
A Creston Iowa writer reprints a Berlin letter praising Kaiser Wilhelm in a satirical exchange. The narrator, addressing Lucifer, argues the Kaiser surpasses Nero by wielding modern weapons and tactics before concluding with a sharp, darkly ironic comparison.
R L Isherwood vice president and Lyle Gibson treasurer of Chillicothe Trust Company narrowly escaped death when Burlington train No 43 struck their car at Brunswick street crossing about 4 30 pm. They drove north on Brunswick Street toward the ice plant. icy grade hindered the car and the impact threw it onto the north side. The men escaped with no apparent injuries.
A satirical Paris Mercury item lists humorous queries about gender roles weapons and wartime behavior as a mock survey. It playfully questions readers on skills tone and readiness amid the era’s tensions.
Old Dame Rumor proved true as French Nickell and Sarah McCown of this city exchanged vows in Linneus on Friday February 15 and then departed for a visit with relatives.
Oklahoma couple plans honeymoon in Oklahoma and will settle at the groom’s east city home after returning. Mr. Nickell, longtime resident who helped build early business structures, recalls the hamlet’s forty year growth. The bride is a daughter of Uncle Jeff McCown with many friends. local paper joins well wishes for their life together.
James B. Carter of Company M 4 writes from New Port News Virginia in 1918 describing return from China via the Philippines Japan and Hawaii. He expresses readiness to go to France and boasts fencing and sharpshooting skills with intent to see action against enemy forces. He sends regards to Browning and friends.
A list of new and renewing subscribers to the home paper is announced with thanks and blessings. Names include Rev. W. W. Clay Tina J. L. Sparks route 2 W. J. VanHorn Fossil Ore R. VanHorn Fossil Ore Mrs. S. F. Hatcher Woodland Cal and many others.
Ed ward Kollasch of Browning and Emma Frances Jodson of Cora were married at St. Marys church Milan during the Nuptial High Mass led by Rev. Jermain. The couple, both well regarded, start a bright and promising life together.
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