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Newspaper
Browning Leader Record
Location
Browning, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1913
Page
2
A compilation notes President Wilson's charge of a powerful insidious lobby in Washington seeking tariff changes. Other items report court rulings on resale of patented goods, a Missouri railway mortgage demand, lumber rate suspensions, immigration post, and various local tragedies and legal actions across Kansas, Missouri, Ohio, New Jersey, and beyond.
In St Louis Judge Sanborn appointed B L Winchell and Thomas H West receivers for the St Louis and San Francisco railroad amid financial crisis. A Missouri head on collision killed four and injured several near California Missouri due to a dispatcher's error. The Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen opposed Workmen's Compulsory Compensation legislation in Congress. Benjamin Ness of St Paul convicted in North Dakota for attempting to bribe legislators. Harold Byrne 11 fatally injured in Tulsa when his bicycle struck a buggy. driver fled. A 18 by 5 mile grasshopper swarm reported in NE New Mexico causing fear of a regional plague. The Long Beach Pier collapse at 10 000 celebrants on British Empire Day killed 86, injuring 50. Luther McCarty dies after jaw blow rupturing spine in Calgary. Arthur Pelkey arrested for manslaughter, likely ending boxing in Canada.
reports from Germany indicate Kaiser Wilhelm may visit England in August. The coroner’s jury at Calgary exonerates Arthur Pelkey after Luther McCarty’s fatal blow in the prize ring. The first canal cut meets at Culebra signaling progress on the Panama Canal. Princess Victoria Louise’s Berlin wedding to Prince Ernst August draws lavish gifts. Cyprus ceded to Great Britain by Turkey, and Britain worries over Japan ties amid U S Japan tensions. The Panama tunnel plan is abandoned due to cost.
Missouri faces its first referendum test at the next general election with petitions sufficient to send both the Full Crew bill and the County Unit measure to voters. Railroads and saloon interests push to force public votes by June 22, with possible third law referenced.
A pocketbook with six unset larat diamonds and antique coins was found in the Palmyra homestead of the late J. W. Thompson. The items were in a west wing closet wall tucked pocketbook, tied to history as a Civil War era land office. Coins include a 1 cent 1814, a 50 cent 1853, a 1853 dime, and an 1843 dime. The Thompson house is Palmyra’s oldest.
Eight year old son of W L White a local farmer was dragged to death when a horse ran after water spilled from a bucket frightened the animal. The boy fell, his foot caught in the harness, and he died in the incident near Butler.
Hobart Thomas a 3 year old son of Mr and Mrs J B Thomas of Gent ry swallowed poison from a bottle left within reach. It is feared he cannot survive.
Walter Williams dean of Missouri School of Journalism will travel worldwide for a year under the Kahn fellowship fund trustees chaired by Nicholas Murray Butler. He sails June 17 from Montreal with itinerary to be decided. Missouri University grants him a one year leave. Frank L. Martin acts as dean in his absence. Death of David C Gamble reported in St. Louis. Missouri Drummers plan eighth annual meeting at Excelsior Springs May 29-31 with Governor Major expected.
The seventy first commencement program sets a week of events for alumni and students. Activities run June 2 to June 5 including cadet dress parade, engineering entertainment, outdoor Iphigenia, journalism Yellow xtra, County Fair stunt, alumni meetings, Phi Beta Kappa events, senior ball, commencement address by William Oxley Thompson, class day, and alumni reception at Rothwell gymnasium.
Preston T. Aker cashier of Farmers bank in Smithville confesses forging names onto notes with total face value over 50 000 dollars. He explains pride prevented admission of the fault. State bank examiner Arthur R. Bradley reviews books as investigators meet no bank run while Woods and Bradley pledge the bank remains solvent with a 60 000 dollar surplus.
John A. Scudder a retired capitalist died suddenly at his home in St. Louis of apoplexy at age 83. In the river trade he was a steamboat captain and one of the organizers of the Anchor line between Memphis and St. Louis. He also served as a director in St. Louis financial institutions.
Mrs. Ervin Branley, of Monett, leaped from a buggy with her eight month old son in her arms when the mule shied. The child slipped free under the wheel and its neck was broken. The mother suffered serious injuries. the father and driver remained in the buggy unharmed.
The Rev. William Carr a Christian minister and veteran of the Civil and Mexican wars died at his home in Montgomery. He was 84 years and 8 months old and served as president of the Old Men's Association of Northeast Missouri.
Mrs. Herman Koblitz, 65, died in Moberly from injuries when she placed a box of gunpowder in a cookstove. The stove exploded, shattering the unit and igniting her clothing.
The fifth annual meet of the District Association of Knights of Pythias of Missouri convened at Bevier with Benton Lodge No. 71. Delegates from all parts of the state attended led by Grand Chancellor Joseph Crites of Rolla. After degrees, a dinner was held. Next meeting planned for Lianeus.
J M Ford longtime St Joseph banker dies at his home at age 77 after years of service to the community. His passing leaves a notable figure in local finance and civic life.
A proposed tariff bill would include a heavy tax on futures trading in sugar, grain, and cotton, targeting gambling in agricultural products. The Democratic platform and President Wilson support measures to curb speculative trading, with a tax not below 10 percent to render futures gambling unprofitable. The Senate and House are expected to back the plan as part of broader tariff reform.
Frank Duffy a contract workman in the Brooklyn navy yard was crushed when a 6 inch gun breech descended while he was adjusting machinery. His overalls snagged on a bar and guards failed to stop the mechanism in time.
President Wilson has voiced strong support for direct elections including popular nomination and election of both president and vice president. He declined to comment on a one term plan, conveying approval to Representative Britten of Illinois for his direct nomination and election bill.
Long Beach officials plan to cover funeral costs for 37 victims and medical care for the injured from a special tax levy. The city will fund the expenses of the pier disaster response.
Berlin reports Field Marshal Kolmar von der Goltz a leading strategist has asked Emperor William for permission to retire.
The 104th birth anniversary of Irish poet Thomas Moore was celebrated in Washington with the unveiling of a bust at the Corcoran Art Gallery. Representative Thomas A. Sisson of Mississippi delivered the eulogy alongside other speakers.
Mrs. Mary Phillips of Clear Lake committed suicide by jumping into a rain barrel at her residence. Her body was recovered from the barrel.
A small boy from Central West New York neighborhood declines a girl's invitation to play at their fence hour by hour. He tells his mother he must bathe first and, with a wink, adds that the rest of it need not be said.
Sam Marcus of 906 Lowell Place Chicago describes two years of burning itching painful eczema on hands. After using Cuticura Soap and Ointment twice daily for five to six months his hands healed. The ad claims Cuticura products are sold worldwide with a free sample offer.
A man with inflammator rheumatism jokes that his wife is to blame for his condition. He explains the damp environment worsens his pain, while his wife sits crying nearby to keep the moisture around him, in a humorous exchange.
Wisdom from Jeremy Taylor urges enjoying today and bearing life’s evils with patience. It cautions against dwelling on past and future woes, urging focus on the present and a gentle acceptance of fate.
A note on a boy named William who stayed up late avoids prayers, with his mother chiding him for not praying and wondering why he would wake the Lord at such an hour. The piece reflects a humorous parental moment from the Chicag Journal.
A concise reminder that sustaining employment hinges on performing duties, with emphasis on consistent effort and practical output over talk or appearances. The statement highlights work ethic as the core factor in job retention and responsibility.
A Chicago man credits Grape Nuts with restoring digestion after years of dyspepsia. He praises the wholesome food as miracle like, noting relief from coated tongue and loss of appetite after trying various medicines. After about four packages, his stomach improved and he enjoys meals again.
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