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Newspaper
Browning Leader Record
Location
Browning, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1914
Page
7
A sweeping digest notes Japanese maritime moves and Pacific conflicts, shifts in U S politics with cabinet strategy, criminal probes in Chicago and Butte, border tensions at Naco Sonora, and international incidents from earthquakes in Asia Minor to troop reinforcements. Also mentions oil production cuts in Oklahoma and financial notes on British treasury bills.
Children of John P. Campbell of West Virginia sue in St. Louis circuit court to invalidate the will of James Campbell, a railroad promoter, claiming he misled others and left the estate to St. Louis University in trust for a medical school and hospital. The $16,000,000 estate is contested on validity and heirship grounds. Mer cantile Trust Co. says charges are untrue.
Peter Barton of Hartshorne Wright county was convicted by a jury in Springfield on moonshining. Four pleas of guilty were entered. Judge Van Valkenburgh deferred sentence. Other courtroom actions included embezzlement fines, a mailbox mutilation sentence, and liquor license violations.
Edna Lawler six years old was struck and killed by an eastbound Sunset car at Harrison and Campbell near Forty-eighth street. Motorman J H Douglas and Conductor William B Fahey were arrested and later released on personal bonds.
R M Sloan of Carthage, former Jasper County revenue collector, pleaded guilty in Lamar circuit court to embezzling 33600 and was sentenced to four years. Judge Thurman granted parole after the state presented its case. Sloan served eight years as collector. bondsmen restored the shortage and Sloan and his wife turned over all property.
J Raymond Horner aged 24 months took first prize in the Better Babies contest at the state fair earning a gold medal worth 25. Second prize went to Marjorie B Marshall 20 months old of Blue Lick. Third prize to Thomas Maynard Johnson 28 months old of Sedalia. 118 entries overall.
A sermon contrasts the prayer of a Pharisee and a publican at the temple. The publican pleads for mercy with a contrite heart, while the Pharisee boasts of his deeds. The tale emphasizes true repentance, humility, and the mercy of God leading to justification. Also notes a hunter’s eagle sighting ending in a shooting incident.
A short prayer note calls on God to grant grace through Jesus Christ. It asks comfort for the bereaved and lonely, refreshment for the weary, aid for the oppressed and tempted, strength for the weak, and the turning of grief into nobler service. It closes with a plea to send these graces.
The Christian Register states that modern thought aims to unite humans with all living things. It describes an organic earth-life evolution leading toward spiritual consciousness and an ongoing, divine heritage of evolution.
To him nothing is possible who is always dreaming of his past possibilities says Cartyla. The line reflects a caution about clinging to yesterday and missing present chances.
A clergyman reports swelling vanished and renewed health after using Dodds Kidney Pills. He states lasting benefit and continues faith in the remedy. The message notes months later he remains convinced and grateful for the aid.
An explanation of how Europe obtained about 125 million dollars in American gold by selling American securities. Brokers converted bonds into currency, banks provided cash, and brokers demanded physical gold from the New York subtreasury to ship abroad.
A claim that no process exists to harden copper to steel levels. The text notes such a method was once said to be known in ancient times and suggests discovering it would yield a valuable secret.
Relieved shoppers note small check patterns are favored for dresses this season. Designers emphasize subtle prints and versatile styling options. Fashion writers anticipate continued demand for approachable, budget friendly ensembles.
A reflective line hints at a woman shaping or settling a map formed from dust. The image evokes themes of guidance, geography, and fragile borders through a concise, enigmatic statement.
A minister's wife recounts a coffee addiction during her psychiatric training and early marriage. She describes nightly routines, nervous breakdowns, and bilious attacks before switching to Postum which improved her condition and clarity.
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