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Newspaper
Browning Leader Record
Location
Browning, Missouri, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1923
Page
6
A turbulent cross‑image dispatch notes war debts refused by Russia in 1917, renewed clashes in Ireland and China, and ongoing unrest in Europe. It cites bombings on Ruhr railways, Surging political strife in Canton, and resumed Near East talks with tense posturing by Britain and France. The report also covers U.S. financial moves, veterans programs, and transportation industry shifts amid a world in flux.
In Columbia Missouri a mob of over 1500 stormed the county jail early this morning, dragged James Scott from his cell, and hanged him from a nearby bridge after accusing him of Attempted assault on Regina Almstedt, daughter of Prof H B Almstedt. Sheriff Brown was unharmed. Scott had been bound over for trial on May 21 after identification by the girl. He was a janitor in the medical laboratories.
Senator Knute Nelson of Minnesota died on a Pennsylvania railroad train on his way from Washington to Chicago to reach his Minnesota home. He was 80, had served 28 years in the Senate, and died of heart disease. Nelson remained active despite influenza last winter and his wife’s death last year affected him greatly.
Washington reports the United States coal commission will urge creating a federal fuel dictator with broad powers to manage the fuel supply during strikes. Gen George W Goethals first proposed the idea, and President Harding era officials back it to prevent another winter shortage and ensure public access to coal.
A severe rainstorm in the northeast section of Washington drowned three people and left two others fatally injured. Dozens were rescued as streets flooded across several miles in the city.
Memphis resident George Wolf faces a local reserve board matter, with details limited. The file notes potential rulings and forthcoming actions by city authorities.
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