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Newspaper
Browning Leader Record
Location
Browning, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1918
Page
2
World war brief notes German patrols ambushed by American forces and heavy fighting on the Western Front. raids by British and French armies yield prisoners and casualties. Also reports of gas shells, anti gas training, hospital bomb threats, and labor strikes in shipyards amid wartime mobilization.
Missouri livestock totals reach 10 273 000 head valued at 324 700 000 with hogs cows and horses the largest groups. In Poplar Bluff two black men and two black women are jailed over the murder of Rosa Patton whose head was found in a ditch beside railroad tracks after an assault and struggle.
Louis Hoffman of Sedalia sent his resignation as secretary of the Republican state committee to T. W. Huckreide of Warrenton, chairman. Hoffman also serves on the district draft appeal board headquartered in Sedalia. St Louis will furnish 167 men for the national army with Missouri quotas by Feb. 23 under Col. J. H. McCord. St Louis County quota totals 45 men across districts. Independence celebrates the fiftieth wedding anniversary of Rev. and Mrs. Thomas M. Cobb at Lexington. Cape Girardeau barbers ratify a wage agreement raising weekly scale to 13 dollars with a percentage on excess. Poplar Bluff reports the death of 16 year old Ruby Gillespie mourning a malaria illness.
Dr. John R. Bruce departed to Fort Riley to join the army medical corps. His wife Mrs. Bruce was named registrar for the district he represented.
The Sawyer home in Caruthersville was destroyed by fire. Reported loss exceeds $1,500, with details implying only partial recovery of goods and property. Authorities investigated cause and kept residents safe.
The state board of equalization will meet February 27 to review the work of the state tax commission. By then all counties are expected to report their assessments for the year, after which the actual equalization will begin under new conditions. Fifty five counties have reported a total valuation slightly over $1.3 billion, with increases over last year exceeding 200 percent in many cases.
W F Rankin of Tarkio Missouri died at his home at age 60. He was a wealthy farmer and cattleman worth about 2.5 million dollars and served as president of the First National Bank of Tarkio. Rankin led David Rankin Farm Inc which managed around 20 000 acres and traced its origins to his father. He was a recognized Missouri Republican figure and once represented Missouri at a national convention during the McKinley campaign.
Secretary Baker announced the first American built battle planes bound for France nearly five months ahead of schedule. The planes use Liberty motors, with a record speed climb in tests, and production will peak within weeks now focusing on 12 cylinder engines. He cautioned that 46 ground crew are needed per plane and stressed the need for skilled mechanics to sustain aircraft output and frontline operations.
Secretary of State will publish pamphlets listing names, license numbers, and vehicle descriptions for the year. The $10 fee goes to the good road fund, with applications by March 15. About 209000 licenses expected. first three booklets due April 15 to curb clerks selling lists.
The board of education votes to hold six days of school for the high school and eighth grade. This will release boys for farm work starting May 1. Action follows a war conference held here Tuesday.
Carruthersville's Rev C P Brown ing of the Presbyterian church has returned home from Fulton Missouri where he engaged in special church work connected with his denomination.
Heart trouble caused the sudden death of W P O Banion a plum ber while he thawed out frozen water pipes on East College Street.
Independence reports revival meetings at First Baptist with Dr. Otto Whitington. State officials urge early coal purchases amid uncertain winter supply. coal stock listed at 79 billion tons. Moberly: Fred Falls arrested for passing worthless checks. to Colorado for indictment and reform school term. Macon: George Sofan sentenced to life for murder of Lou Treskeid. Independence: Robert Miller drafted for Red Cross service to Italy. Carterville: night officer Thomas Mills shot and killed during arrest. Clinton: Lieut Frank Kent writes from France that all is well. Mexico: Dr J B Hawkine injured by switch train. leg fractures. Southeast Missouri buys Collett home on Main Street. Poplar Bluff: Charles Miller, pro merchant. Chillicothe: Rev John F Caskey to Chillicothe. Dr Harry Phillips and Ada Woolsey married at Baptist parsonage.
The article notes German and Austrian public opinion against a renewed war with Russia after Brest-Litovsk. It cites Vossische Zeitung and Vorwaehs calling for peace or limited conflict, while Austro-Hungarian sentiment fears a fresh war with Russia.
Washington reports the low point of available allied shipping has passed two weeks earlier than officials expected. Confidence grows that future tonnage will rise as submarine warfare efficiency improves and deliveries from American shipyards begin.
Washington reports that subnormal economic and business conditions due to unforeseen war developments have postponed the third Liberty Loan until about April 1 or later.
Fort Smith Ark Feb 21 Railroad workers report a disruption as a section of railroad passes is cut off causing delays and urging repairs. Local officials investigate causes and coordinate with railroad management to restore service.
A fragmentary adage warns against taking pleasure in harming rivals, urging self restraint before retaliatory acts. The terse maxim emphasizes personal consequence and moral balance in conflict.
An advertisement claims kidney and bladder trouble cause many women’s ailments. It urges prompt treatment with Swamp-Root, a physician’s prescription, available at drugstores with a sample offer by mail from Kelmer & Cod, Binghamton, NY.
In Ea Lancashire two brothers known for large nasal organs ride to a wedding in a cab. To impress onlookers they lean from opposite windows. A narrow railway arch forces the cabman to shout for them to pull in their elbows.
The judge questions a car complainant about where he was struck and whether the automobile hit his body. The exchange revolves around the location between Fifty six and Fifty seven streets and the car’s contact with his person.
A man finds happiness by aiding others and avoids self advertising. The saying suggests true contentment comes from making others glad rather than seeking praise.
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