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Newspaper
Browning Leader Record
Location
Browning, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1925
Page
6
Naval authorities announced the loss of all hands aboard the submarine S-51 after seven days of rescue attempts. The S-51 sank when rammed by the City of Rome off Block Island, with divers confirming all compartments flooded and the crew perished.
President Coolidge regrets no complete agreement was reached on refinancing France debt. He believes the proposed settlement could improve France’s economic position and allow renewed negotiations. The American and French commissions acted in unison on decisions despite varied views on funding terms.
Rear Admiral Campbell judge advocate general ruled the navy did not violate any law by sending the dirigible Shenandoah overland into the interior, in response to charges by Col. William Mitchell before the Presidents Aircraft Board.
The council of the interparliamentary union unanimously decided not to ask the United States to join the League of Nations nor urge revision of its covenant or adoption of a world language.
Col. William C. Proctor of Cincinnati soap maker won a judgment of 62 697 dollars in his lawsuit against Col. A A Sprague Chicago commissioner of public works.
The National Woodrow Wilson Memorial Association launched a campaign to raise 50 million dollars for memorials to the late President in Washington and at Princeton University. The Washington memorial would be an educational institution named Woodrow Wilson Memorial University on the outskirts of the capital.
Capt. John J. Berry, commander at Key West, says the coast guard fleet will withdraw from eastern waters in November to concentrate against rum runners and smugglers in Florida waters near Tampa.
A single robber, second in 24 hours, was fatally shot as he left the Union Pacific passenger train entering Omaha. The incident occurred inside the observation car and likely ends the spree with the gunman dead at the scene.
Moscow reports the Soviet government eases drink restrictions after widespread illicit distilling. Officials say regulation challenges prompted a shift back toward stronger vodka amid enforcement strains.
Lieut. Col. Gordon Robinson, coast artillery, recently assigned to Joplin as Missouri National Guard instructor, died at Walter Reed hospital after an operation. He was 49 years old.
Four leaders arrested in Lisbon after French warnings of foreign agitators traveling to Portugal on a revolutionary mission. Authorities say a concentration center was uncovered and the group linked to propagating insurrection.
A revolutionary force of three hundred armed men has invaded the state of Rio Grande do Sul in Brazil, according to reports received there.
Washington reports a failure in debt negotiations with France as Joseph Caillaux and his mission leave without a signed funding agreement. The fallback proposal calls for France to make 40 million dollar annual payments for five years, counted as interest, to buy time before a permanent settlement is sought.
John Brewer aged 54 from Cabool Missouri died after a car fire on a Sioux City hill. He fell from the vehicle while its flames spread and struck his head on the pavement, succumbing an hour later at a hospital. His sons Fred and Frank were present during the incident.
A masked robber boarded Missouri Pacific train No 107 near Omaha and robbed twenty five day coach passengers as the train entered the yards. He escaped with about 100 dollars after exchanging shots with a railroad detective who spotted him as he alighted. The robber forced a porter to search passengers while all in the aisle stood with hands up.
Eleven Sears, Roebuck & Co. employees in Kansas City were stricken with ptomaine poisoning after sharing a meal at a restaurant. They ate roast beef with beans and cabbage, and doctors attributed the illness to the meat consumed three hours or more earlier.
Peoria Illinois deputy U S marshal Walter Moody along with agents J F E Lone Wolf Asher and Max Hartzig were indicted by a county grand jury on multiple counts of robbery larceny and assault with intent to injure in connection with recent alcohol raids. The indictment followed Circuit Judge T N Green urging an inquiry into reports of rough tactics and dishonesty.
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Col. Carmi Thompson of Columbus was elected commander in chief of the United Spanish War Veterans on the second ballot at St. Petersburg Florida. Frank B. Dodds of Kansas was chosen senior vice commander.
Secretary Wilbur refuses to resign under unofficial demands and states he intends to remain in office. He answered questions about his attitude toward the pressure and asserted he will stay on the job.
Fez reports Col Reginald Kahn war correspondent for Le Temps was killed by Riffian bullets during the French advance near D'Erkeur. The death marks another casualty among foreign journalists covering the conflict.
E M Kelley 47 of Sioux City died when a piece of paper flew into his face causing a car crash at South Sioux City Nebraska. His wife, the sole other passenger, was slightly injured in the mishap.
The White House announced that a portrait of the late President Wilson will be featured on a forthcoming postage stamp as soon as a suitable occasion arises for issuing the new stamp.
Multiple short items report on Missouri events including William Woods College alumnae banquet in Oklahoma City connected to the Disciples of Christ convention. Springfield and Hannibal sports notices name Leo Cotter and Taylor Douthit on the American Association all star team. Douthit tied for leading batting average. Other notes cover White River Power Company incorporation in Little Rock, Missouri Highway Commission funding for a river approach, a Slay case depositions in Ohio, and various local political and legal developments including Judge Blair becoming Missouri Supreme Court chief justice.
Demand Bayer aspirin is claimed safe by millions with warnings to avoid non Bayer tablets. A postman from Ridmond Hill New York wore USKIDE soles for over seven months covering 2400 miles, claiming durability and longevity versus leather. The ad promotes United States Rubber Company as maker of USKIDE soles and urges re-soling and dealer availability.
A fragmented notice mentions finding a horseshoe for luck and using Cross Ball Blue in laundry to improve appearance. The text also contains a Milton quote fragment about overcoming foes.
An advertisement promotes Cuticura products for soothing a baby's red rough itchy skin with Cuticura Soap and Ointment, plus a dusting powder. The copy claims the trio is indispensable for toilet needs and daily care.
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