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Newspaper
Browning Leader Record
Location
Browning, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1914
Page
2
A roundup of brief items from diverse sources highlights notable events and trends around the world. Reports cover politics, science, culture and economic developments shaping global affairs in compact synopses.
Reports reach Washington of President Wilson and John Lind aboard the cruiser Chester with Lind predicting success for the U S policy toward Mexico. Federal officials announce an immediate nationwide labor disturbance investigation by the federal commission on industrial relations after a five day session. Senator Norris of Nebraska plans a farm loan bureau bill as federal credits probe proceeds. A postal crackdown targets swindlers causing $129,000,000 in losses. Kansas City gas prices rise to 25 cents per 1000 cubic feet. court rulings uphold Wyandotte provisions and utility franchise validity.
Osage City reports a murder suicide as P McGrath shot his wife in their dining room and then killed himself after Mrs McGrath filed for divorce. Their son Hugh, visiting from Marshall, awoke to the gunfire and found his mother dead.
The seven leading naval powers spent 797,948,900 on construction last year. The United States ranked second with 340,800,643. Britain spent 235,763,489 and Germany 111,270,025. Japan spent 48,105,151. Britain led in tonnage with 2,591,291. Germany 1,228,208. United States 921,844. France 876,155. Japan 702,099.
Three million dollars in coin and currency were transported through St Louis by B. H. Davison Houston police chief. He carried funds from a Houston bank to a Chicago bank, saving nearly $30,000 the express company would have charged. Davison locked himself in a state room between Houston and St Louis and did not emerge until transfer at St Louis.
Walter Johnson declined a three year $30,000 offer plus a $10,000 bonus from Joe Tinker of the Chicago Federal League club and reaffirmed his Washington contract. Joe Wood also refused a similar offer from Boston, stating he had already signed.
Mrs. T. J. Cahill of Arnold Nebraska, a new bride from St. Marys Kansas, was found unconscious from chloroform as a house fire raged. Rescued, she has been too hysterical to speak. her husband has owned the house, which was burned.
Four hundred Marines in the Panama Canal Zone have been offered to board American warships off the coast of Mexico. The move reflects the buildup of forces as tensions rise in the region.
Kansas City Missouri Colonel John onover aged 78 and vice president of Richards Conover Hardware Company died at his home from apoplexy.
A fragmented OCR item mentions Buckner and Simon Bolive with unclear context, referencing a former candidate and a 1806 date. The readable text is insufficient for a full event, but indicates Buckner's death noted alongside political references.
New York reports Andrew Carnegie has boosted his gift by nineteen million dollars, bringing the total endowment to ten million and more. The announcement outlines updated funding and its intended impact on public libraries and education.
W E Crawmer of Long Star school near Nevada was assaulted by five boys after a dispute over a Christmas treat. He suffered a serious injury to the eye as the students restrained him and tried to rope him, leading to warrants for the five youths.
Pastor Frank Coats of Marionville rode a notoriously wild bull owned by Sam Ellis after accepting a $15 wager for a successful ride. In front of about 200 spectators the Rev. Coats fell on the first attempt but managed to regain the saddle on the second try, proving his grip as well as his pulpit duties.
City marshal J. A. Trotter attempted to raid a Pattonburg gambling den but grabbed a live wire wound around the doorknob by gamblers. He was shocked and knocked to the floor. the gamblers fled. Trotter is expected to recover.
Prosecuting Attorney Ferrell files quo warranto proceedings to remove Probate Judge John F. Imes over lack of bond fee retention and long periods away from office. The action claims Imes failed to provide legally required bonds and spent much of the year away from duties.
Telegram from Colorado Springs informs John Thrailkill of Warrensburg that his wife Mrs. Widrence Thrailkill has died there. The notice notes the death occurred in Colorado Springs and identifies the deceased spouse of the Warrensburg merchant.
A sister of the late Judge Burgess of the Missouri Supreme Court died at her home in Danville aged 76. The notice mentions Stephen's College reelection of an executive board member and references unclear names and details from the damaged text.
Attorneys for Sumtiee Tee Lumber Co and a list of defendants including Central Coal and Coke, Bowman Hicks Lumber, Lufkin Land and Lumber, Missouri Land and Lumber Exchange, Missouri Lumber and Mining, Long Bell Lumber, Dierks Lumber and Coal urge vacating judgments. They claim no part in alleged conspiracies and seek rehearing to contest fines and corporate extinction penalties. Greenville Hodges for Ozan Lumber and Cow German for Lehigh and Havens Lumber also request rehearings.
City councils set February 5 local option elections on liquor after petitions by over 1,000 voters. Webb City denied the same date vote, with wet attorneys planning mandamus action to force a special election. Four years ago both cities went dry.
Sedalia chosen as site for the 1914 Missouri Y M C A older boys conference. Officers elected at the third annual session include Hodgens Smith of Springfield as president, Nathan Secarritt of Kansas City as vice president, Lawrence Cravens of St Joseph as secretary, and Randall Foster of St Joseph as assistant secretary.
John R. Reavis, veteran reporter and newspaper correspondent, died at a Warrensburg hospital. He was 65 and served more than thirty years as a reporter for St. Louis and New York papers.
A large roundup of about 200 men tried to capture wolves attacking farms south of Lees Summit. Four wolves were driven to the center, but three escaped through a weakened southern line. George W. Brown killed the only wolf bagged. Dr L D Haigh of Missouri University planned Pasteur treatment after a kitten bite, with rabies diagnosis confirmed by Dr C W Mitchell.
Mrs. Missouri P Andrews widow of a Green County pioneer died suddenly as she bid her son John Andrews farewell when he left for work. The event occurred in Green County and was noted in local records.
Tipton celebrates a long marriage as Mr Henry Becker and his wife mark fifty six years of marriage. The couple remains active in local traditions and community events.
Christine A. Hubacher a Missouri miller aged 70 died. The death notice lists her as a pioneer miller with ties to the local industry and family, noting her age and vocation.
A fragmentary note cites Denne Mancbolated and Dean's Menthola cough drops as claimed relief. The text contrasts medical advice with personal wishes, suggesting skepticism about advertised remedies and the challenge of balancing guidance with desires.
Willing to learn, Herbert confesses he could not resist and kisses Helen. She protests that it is not right, and Herbert apologizes, saying he did his best and asks to be shown the proper way.
The Christian Science Monitor notes that soaking cut ham ends in vinegar can prevent moisture loss and keep meat from molting, while vinegar can help keep beef fresh when ice is unavailable temporarily.
A Methodist parson, warned by a rough crowd, begins with prayer. He delivers a restrained sermon, and the service proceeds in orderly fashion, praised as unusually disciplined by the National Monthly.
A reflective piece argues that people defend indulgences like coffee and alcohol despite harm, noting headaches and nervousness as common effects. The author cites personal experience and urges readers to recognize coffee's impact on well being.
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