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Newspaper
Browning Leader Record
Location
Browning, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1915
Page
2
Turmoil mounts as German forces shift fresh troops to oppose Russia and Austrians in Carpathians. Zeppelin crews sink feared. British ships sunk or mined total rising. Austria and Germany press for gains in Lorraine and Adriatic. U.S. notes on justice, navy bean demand up, and Liberty Bell rung amid unrest.
In Jefferson City Kansas City businessmen and Jasper county mine owners protested a senate drafted workers compensation bill. They warned premiums could force at least a 10 percent wage cut to cover insurance costs while others called the bill theoretical and said it could boost accident costs. A flood of Missouri railroad rate petitions followed.
The current session has seen 1313 bills introduced with 475 senate measures and 836 from the house. Eighteen to twenty joint and concurrent resolutions propose constitutional amendments for the 1916 general election. Three constitutional appropriation bills have passed both houses and await governor signature. Rumors of a possible special session after adjournment circulate, but officials doubt a call will be issued. The session is expected to run about a week beyond the scheduled close.
Frank W Buffum state highway commissioner submits a comprehensive plan to the legislature on convict labor on public roads. The plan covers overtime pay and shortening the term of servitude. Other items note code revision bills ready for discussion and engrossment and a proposal to jail trust magnates rather than fine them. Missouri Day status and a bill to designate Oct 1 as Missouri Day move through the legislature.
The Labor Bureau reports injuries across 2710 establishments with 10 or more workers. 68 workers were killed, 63 permanently disabled, 21 626 fully recovered. Data aids workmen compensation advocates and insurance premium planning. The Kansas City effort contributed at least 10 percent to meet liability needs.
Senator Hawkins of Dunklin introduces a bill to create a state reformatory or intermediate prison with a $50,000 appropriation. The plan targets offenders aged 17 to 35 for placement in the reformatory.
The executive session committee on appropriations has virtually rejected Missouri University’s funding request. The university must operate with reduced funding and adjust its budget accordingly.
J. F. Davidson defeated in Hannibal election files a petition with State Auditor Gordon asking for expert accountants to examine Marion county books.
State Warehouse Commissioner James T. Bradshaw reports grain inspection receipts totaled 112565 and 16615 have been turned into the state treasury in his briefing to Governor Major.
Senator Cain introduced a memorial urging Congress to complete flood prevention work in the Mississippi lowlands. the senate unanimously adopted the resolution.
Representative Wilkinson proposes appointing a divorce proctor to reduce court congestion in mid sized cities with populations between 250000 and 500000.
Senator Phelps introduces two senate measures to establish rural credits and farm loans with strong prospects. State Treasurer Deal reports January interest on daily balances totaling 18095.48 dollars. Senator Allee favors allocating at least 10000 dollars for Gov a and party to Missouri day at the exposition, earning broad support. A native Wash Adame proposes a workmen's compensation plan, while McAdams faces Republican opposition in the lower house.
London dispatch reports renewed German offensive along the East Prussian border and the Lower Vistula while Russian forces hold lines on the Carpathians. Railways aid rapid troop movements as Grand Duke Nicholas weighs next move between Tilsit Insterburg or Thorn.
Washington reports state department dispatches publishing notes to Germany and Great Britain. Both powers are warned against endangering American vessels and lives in the sea zone of war. The United States vows to hold Germany accountable for naval actions and cautions Britain over use of neutral flags.
The American steamer Dacia sailed from Norfolk yesterday carrying cotton for Germany. Britain threatens to seize the ship over its German registry and has already engaged in diplomatic exchanges with the United States. A British cruiser is expected to intercept it before European waters.
In Falmouth on February 12 the cargo of the American steamer Wilhelmina was seized by British authorities under a Foreign Office decision. The cargo will be sent to a prize court for adjudication.
Chicago inquiry into alleged billboard trust begins as officials review practices and market effects. A commissioner leads the probe amid complaints from advertisers about high rates and restricted space in key districts.
Mothers are urged to use California Syrup of Figs to ease constipation in children and adults. The ad describes feverish, cross, and sick kids with stomach and bowel issues and promises fast cleansing within hours. It touts a 50 cent bottle with directions for all ages and grownups.
The fragment discusses Johnny as both recipient and performer of actions. It notes the phrase Johnny is spanked to illustrate passive voice and asks what Johnny does, suggesting imaginative response with Johnny hollers.
An advertisement-style note claims regular meat eaters suffer sluggish kidneys from uric acid. It promotes Jad Salts for flushing kidneys and neutralizing urine acids, advising a four ounce dose weekly to prevent infections and bladder issues.
A brief domestic gag centers on a man leaving a room in a suit he claims is his press agent. The other character quips about the agent’s identity, highlighting showbiz publicity tropes.
An advertisement touts Pape's Diapepsin as the quickest cure for indigestion and related stomach distress. It claims fast relief from heartburn, sourness, belching, and bloating and urges households to keep a fifty cent case on hand for family use.
The column notes cold remedies and throat relief options. It mentions Dean and Monuments to men and praises thoughtful ideas over large packages.
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