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Newspaper
Butler Weekly Times
Location
Butler, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1916
Page
4
D C Chastain Watt Dawson named as representative in the state legislature with Jas N Sharp and Joseph B March 8. C Williamson listed for Osage Township and Mound Township positions. The terse notice presents a basic roster of candidates for local legislative seats.
The Joplin Globe notes one mid sized U.S. arms maker now produces about 30 guns per day and occasionally up to 50. With profits around $700 per gun, the article frames this as preparedness and prosperity in the sector.
J M Reeder of Deer Creek township declares for the Democratic nomination for Judge of the County Court North District. A farmer stockman and lifelong Democrat, he is well known in Bates County and seeks the judgeship on a record of practical experience and party service. A Rich Hill storm report notes a lightning strike killed a $300 horse on Daniel Cresap farm, with insurance. A embroidered corset cover is found after the April 18 tornado. owner to claim it. Additional storm losses include a cow belonging to Chas Coleman and a horse owned by J D Holland killed Sunday.
Washington reports a continued rise in U S immigration with 27,000 aliens arriving in March up 11 percent from February and 43 percent from March last year. Italy tops national origins with 3,510, Greece 2,913, England 2,584, Mexico 2,299, and Scandinavia 2,033 as German nationals total 1,070.
Washington May 31 tentative drafts of Democratic revenue proposals would raise the income tax and tax munitions and inheritances. The plan, prepared by Rep Hull, calls for $1.0 billion more from income tax, about $50 million from inheritances, and roughly $40 million from munitions output under present conditions.
Washington May 30 Republicans won a partial victory in the House by amending the naval budget to authorize 50 submarines instead of 20. The vote was 114 to 104. Forty seven will be coast defense type and three will be 500-ton ocean‑going subs.
An advertisement claims B. A. Thomas Stock Remedy in calf feed cures intestinal germs and parasites. It promises a brightened calf in a week and full recovery in four to five weeks, with a refund if results fail. Sold by C. C. Rhodes Pharmacy at 331 M OKM Hess' Old Stand.
In Webb City Missouri on May 31 a robber entered the Bank of Neck City while a Confederate waited in a car and held cashier C. C. Long at noon. The bandit took between 1500 and 2000 dollars in cash and fled with a partner toward the Kansas line.
Rev A N Lindsay of Clinton seeking the Democratic nomination for Governor spoke at Butler Wednesday afternoon addressing voters. He was described as a good speaker delivering an interesting talk in support of his candidacy.
Norfolk Virginia May 30. The Cumberland a British steamer arrived from Wellington New Zealand with a cargo including five hundred thousand rabbits to supply Allied armies. The ship proceeds to Liverpool after coal loading.
A fragmented report notes a tied sewing contest won by a young participant and mentions a defeated rival in last week’s event. The text references a large gathering of young women and describes the competition atmosphere.
Detroit May 29 Henry Ford who organized the Ford peace expedition to Europe last winter may sail again to renew efforts for peace among warring nations. Theodore de Livigne, close to Ford, said a Stockholm voyage around June 15 is possible. Gaston Plantiff, left in charge during Ford's illness, has been in Detroit and will sail for Europe on June 1.
Saratoga Springs May 27 A Methodist minister who officiates at a divorce marriage violates church discipline and may face charges before the conference. The amendment to the discipline, adopted unanimously, changes the church stance on divorce and remarriage, reinforcing maladministration as grounds for action.
Washington May 31 Mexican ambassador designate Elise Arredondo delivered a note from General Carranza demanding an explanation for the United States keeping troops in Mexico He insists troops be withdrawn at once and says failure to recall them fuels suspicions of U S government intentions Officials fear Carranza seeks a forceful display to force an immediate U S reply The situation in Mexico is poised to reach a crisis as troops mass in northern Mexico
Washington May 25 Secretary of War Baker announced a new plan for 116 Texas militiamen who refused border duty. They will be court martialed for violating the Dick militia law by not reporting to General Funston, instead of punishment under the Hay-Chamberlain bill once enacted.
Rapid rise of water in a north city drainage ditch prompted Mo Pacific to act. The ditch swelled six inches per hour Monday and about five inches per hour Tuesday due to heavy rains. A steam derrick and wrecking crew were dispatched from Jefferson City to control the drift and protect the bridge, arriving Tuesday afternoon.
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