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Newspaper
Browning Leader Record
Location
Browning, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Sep 28, 1905
Page
2
A column of assorted quips and curiosities recaps offbeat notes from Russia to New York. Highlights include a royal eating jam, Mrs Wiggs author Alice Hogan Rice starting a bank, jokes about cabbages and masks for convicts, and commentary on war, love, and society.
Thomas Buckner of New York Life testified before the legislative insurance committee about Nylica a sub group tied to agency compensation. He described five Nylic classes with promotions and a trust fund funded by members and company bonuses totaling large sums last year. Hamilton denied using $100000 from McCall to sway legislators.
Special committees from the agriculture department and the interior ministry leave for famine districts in Russia to oversee relief. Government estimates the cost at 20 million dollars with measures including food seed grain and fodder distribution and public works to sustain the population until harvest. Transportation rates are reduced though lack of rolling stock hinders relief. Grain is plentiful for both internal use and export. An observer reports mountains of grain bags stacked at southern stations.
The railroad president James J Hill quips about the stock market as a wonderful institution while admitting his own ignorance. He notes that many men share this lack of knowledge yet seldom concede it.
A London professor notes the hunger for righteousness starts at age 15 in English children and often fades with age. A New York shoemaker with two wooden legs advertised for a wife and received 108 applications, illustrating that it pays to advertise.
A Washington report states Americans drank 657 600 million sips of coffee last year making them the top coffee drinkers worldwide. Americans consume about one pound of coffee per person annually while England leads tea consumption. Coffee use rose about 60 percent since 1894 to 1904, outpacing population growth of roughly 30 percent.
Reports from frontier regions warn of a potential epidemic as unknown illness spreads. Officials urge vigilance and rapid reporting of symptoms to prevent a wider outbreak.
Justice Edward C. Hatch of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court will resign in October 1909 to join a New York style legal partnership in this city. His $17,500 salary contrasts with reports of a $30,000 annual income since his defeat for the Presidency. He May join ex Judge Alton B. Parker and William F. Sheehan in practice here.
Washington reports Roosevelt plans new investigation commission to probe the army and navy. Members will include Darling of the Navy and General Oliver of War to cut red tape, curb waste, and reduce naval costs from 130 million to about 75–100 million dollars. The move targets administration economy in both branches.
Paris reports show M. Witte's pro German statements widen the rift with Russia and earn only a lukewarm reception. When asked about raising funds in France he claimed no current role in finances and no knowledge of any loan talks. Berlin notes Witte will meet Emperor William at Rominien near the frontier before heading to St. Petersburg.
London reports Britain may evacuate Weihaiwei following Port Arthur evacuation. No final decision yet though opinion largely opposes evacuation. balance of view suggests the step will be taken though uncertain.
A vessel named Vesesiat is set to sail soon to return Russian prisoners. The voyage involves negotiations and arrangements with maritime authorities and a routing plan impacting diplomatic exchanges. An official statement confirms the forthcoming sea journey.
Preparations for President Roosevelt's southern itinerary are largely set, with the New Orleans stop in doubt due to yellow fever. If New Orleans is delayed, Little Rock may be visited instead and a sea return to Washington could be considered. Final plans for New Orleans and Little Rock won't be completed for two weeks.
Consul General Lees dispatch from Panama signals a possible annexation treaty with Costa Rica to join Panama and Colombia into a Central American republic. Roosevelt hopes a united region would secure the canal’s strategic and commercial prominence while resolving boundary disputes and boosting regional power.
Montreal court rejects habeas corpus challenge by Colonel J. F. Gaynor and Captain B. D. Greene, American contractors sought for extradition over government fraud claims. Judge Ouillet rules against them, leaving two weeks for further stay efforts as to authority of commissioner LaFontaine.
Governor Ferguson orders county attorney to prevent further bloodshed after the killing of a Negro woman by Will Alexander and rising tensions in eastern Comanche County Oklahoma.
A mule raced a moving freight train over three miles, breaking through cattle guards and staying ahead to the Muscatat y bridge. The incident, witnessed from the caboose, set a record as the trainmen watched the animal run alongside the cars. The page also notes a Parisian column debating Nobel prizes and Nobel’s intended oversight.
Baroness Rosen wife of the Russian ambassador rises as a leading figure in Washington social life. She is well known for graciousness and kindness, often helping when her husband faced restrictions. The Muscovite influence twelve years ago sparked popular interest and health-focused discussions.
A Missouri woman describes long stomach troubles and weight loss until trying Grape-Nuts. She reports improved digestion, reduced heartburn, and regained strength after using the cereal daily, enabling her to resume housework.
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