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Newspaper
Browning Leader Record
Location
Browning, Missouri, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1929
Page
2
A nationwide survey shows approximately 27,500 people died in U S motor vehicle accidents in 1928, up about 7.0 percent from 1927. With 25 million registered cars, the death rate runs about one per 900 cars, averaging 75 fatalities per day or 530 per week.
A column mixes urban observations on driving behavior and daily life. A punchline about a woman turning left and a bus overheard remark about car use contrast with a delivery rider and late payments on two cars. It notes Chicago gun and bomb deaths versus automobile fatalities.
Manager John McGraw plans to keep his 1928 pitching staff intact with Hubbell Benton Fitzsimmons Genewich Henry in the rotation. Mays may join as his arm returns. Scott and Ogden provide bullpen depth as recruits compete for spots.
The Moores hold a slim edge over the Smiths in the major leagues with five upstarts nearing trials to join two established players. Boston Braves feature both families, with Moores prevailing in outfield, and several Smiths spreading across pitcher, catcher, and infield spots. Cy Moore, aka Wiley, aims for a big season after health rebound. Earl Smith stands out as the veteran Cardinal catcher aiding the pennant push.
A reader quiz lists questions and answers on vehicle statistics and maintenance. It covers state motor vehicle totals with New York leading, tire inflation, front-wheel turning when stationary, and spark plug gaps with recommended clearances and practical comparisons.
A well trained army horse performs a riderless jump over a hurdle during a Fort Myer Virginia military colony circus. The animal proves its training in a society event showcasing equestrian feats before spectators.
Buck Foreman sent to Houston in Texas league. Louisville Colonels announce spring training in Mobile in 1930. George Newblatt to lead NYU basketball next season. Jimmy Dykes to see infield duty for Philadelphia. Wisconsin names Levis golf coach. Hoss Radbourne sets NL pitching mark with 60 wins. Walter Tauscher signed by Dallas from Pittsburgh. Pebble Beach hosts amateur event border to the ocean. John Picus Quinn oldest big league veteran with Athletics. England to send 1932 Olympic team per Lord Rochdale. Football becomes year round at major colleges. St Paul sets record for 215 double plays in 1027 season.
An article explains using painted window shades as car advertisements without harming the car’s look. Remove the shade roller, install a screweye and screwhook, and tension the shade with a taut spring to keep the ad in place. The method, credited to C Neiper Bruce of New Castle Pennsylvania, appears in Popular Mechanics Magazine.
Walter Johnson will not pitch next season and will serve as bench manager after twenty one years as a star of the Washington pitching staff. The veteran hurler believes his pitching days are over and will not be seen on the mound.
Jimmy Austin of the St. Louis Browns remains a pepful figure at age nearing fifty as he and Bill Killefer, both energetic coaches, lead and outwork others. They stand among the earliest to arrive and the last to depart, serving under Captain Dan Howley with heavy baseball knowledge.
In Jefferson City the Missouri House trimmed 347 bills sent to the Senate and awaits committee actions as adjournment nears around May 20. The Senate passed a bus license measure and defeated competing amendments while the House previews Senate merit votes and prepares for quick action.
An advertisement claims adding 20 Mula Team Borax to water improves soap performance by increasing suds three to five times, softening water, and protecting fabrics and colors.
Fragmentary 1920s style notes reference Betty postponing an answer to Jack pending a rating check and mention of asset testing. Handwritten phrases about Red Cross cloths and bathroom charm appear, with a card game line about wins and losses.
Bren. Onexiano of Rankin Illinois says she used Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound before and after two pregnancies and still uses it. She reports better energy while doing heavy field and housework and offers to answer letters about the medicine.
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