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Newspaper
Browning Leader Record
Location
Browning, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1931
Page
1
Practical guidance from W C Etheridge on identifying seed corn disease signs in Missouri. Key indicators include smut boils on ears, down or weak stalks, broken shanks, discolored cob tips, rough shaggy ears with immature kernels, mouldy tips, and dull lifeless kernels signaling disease. Trust seed from disease-free plants to reduce losses.
The M. E. Ladies South chapter will hold a bazaar and food sale at Hummel's store on December 19.
A program at the Missouri College of Agriculture runs January 4 to February 27 featuring first hand study of condensaries and milk powder plants. Students gain practical experience in milk powder manufacture, evaporated milk, dairy bacteriology, and product judging with emphasis on sanitary practice and market grades.
The article notes further information on the dairy manufacturing short course is available by addressing S. B. Shirky, superintendent of short courses for the College at Columbia.
A Missouri College of Agriculture expert urges examining matted grasses and waste land near corn to locate dormants chinch bugs. Barriers or insecticides may protect during migration. destroying hibernation quarters in early December reduces next year’s losses. Also reports William Jones’s death at 115 West Robard Street with details of his birth and survivors.
The Silver Fox Patrol elected officers led by Mrs. M. A. Holman at the schoolhouse meeting on December 2. Elected were Secretary Marjorie Myers Treasurer Idris Garrett Song leader Mildred Gooch Reporter Vadis Nickell. Goldenrod patrol chose Beverly Duncan leader with Marjorie Myers as assistant and Melba Carter secretary. Cardinal patrol elected Idris Garrett leader with Vadis Nickell assistant and Vivian Pipes secretary. Aiming to recruit new members, the group plans Xmas work and parental involvement. next meeting December 9 hosts Beverly Duncan and Marjorie Myers.
Property owners D G and Will Gibson warn that hunting is strictly forbidden on their farms and on rented land. Keep out.
Mr and Mrs F J Alspich entertained Sunday December 6 at their home north of the city with a one oclock dinner. Guests included Mr and Mrs H D Parker with son and baby of Maysville Mo Mr and Mrs Glenn Freeland and sons Mr and Mrs Edgar Carter and baby Miss Vernice Stephenson Mr and Mrs G F Peters and Miss Meda and Clety Asspach of Brookfield.
Lorene Whaley announces tax collection times at Bank of Purdin on Tuesdays and Thursdays, Farmers Exchange on Mondays, Citizens State Bank on Wednesdays, and Browning Savings Bank on Saturdays.
The Adams Wesley Class met with Mr. and Mrs. J Arthur Bennett on Wednesday December 2. After the business session the group discussed Child Training led by Mrs Arthur Mundell. Hostess Mrs Jay Garrett and helpers served dainty refreshments to attendees including Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Nevins and other members.
Mrs Bennett usually arranges Noel's birthday party but this year he was surprised again, catching her off guard and shifting the usual celebration dynamic.
Guests arrived for a birthday celebration on Friday December fourth with many families in attendance. Attendees included Mr and Mrs Harry Rhodes and children, Mr and Mrs Geo W Prather and daughter Elizabeth Ann, Mr and Mrs Lile Stone and son Eldon, Mr and Mrs Lee Brantner and children, Mr and Mrs Paul Gocch and sons Lyle and Gayle, Mrs Henry Hanmon, Mrs Steve Spencer, Doral Christy, Lucile Hanmon, Ted Hanmon, Imogene Hanmon, Everett Sargent, Ina Sargent, Wilson and Glendora Lay, Lenore Tully, Carl Porter, Jay Christy, Forest Gooch and his sons, Ben Bailey and sisters, Mr and Mrs Noel Bennett and children.
Between Haseville and Shafter or Shafter and Browning a 1931 front bumper for a Chevrolet car is sought. Finder should notify Leader Record and may receive a reward.
About forty neighbors and friends gathered to surprise Mrs. C. E. Steele with a supper and an evening of card games and conversation. Guests included Chas. Owens and family, J. H. Burkholder family, Herman Lambert and family, Ona Lamber and two children, C. V. Miller family, J. H. Payne and wife, B. F. Carr and wife, Herman Payne family, Theodore Steele and wife, Rev. Selfridge, Wavaugh and Mary Steele, Edna and Rolla Maxwell, David and Orvil Ogle, Hadley Seals and Herbert Ogle.
Farmers reiterate a strict ban on hunting and trapping on their lands. The notice lists Bev Gooch John Taylor S A Wyant D R Skeen M H Skeen C W Skeen Aven Hicks and Roscoe Slater as affected residents or parties.
The Star route from Laclede to Browning Purdin and Linneus now serves Milan daily except Sundays. Beginning December 1 the return trip will also collect all classes of mail except registered at 5 p.m. from each town. This improves delivery by avoiding next-day hold times and should remain functional despite winter road conditions.
Sprayed apples including Jonathan Golden Delicious Grimes Yorks Black Twigs Ben Davis and King David priced from 25c per bushel up. Many varieties at 50c to 75c with sweet cider on tap. Kelsey Orchards Brookfield.
The Adams Wesley class of M. E. C. S. will host a candy sale at Schrock Hardware on Saturday December 12. Proceeds benefit class activities and student programs.
Flames consumed the Linneus Peoples College Friday after school, leaving only brick walls and foundation. The 1902 building cost about 40000 dollars. much equipment was lost. By Monday, nearby schools and offices were repurposed for classes as the Linneus school board plans a new modern building.
Notice to taxpayers Ola F. Knifong announces tax collection rounds at Dodson’s Store on Thursday December 10th Artz’s Hardware on Friday December 11th and Citizens State Bank Brown ing on Saturday December 12th to collect taxes for Duncan township.
Snow fell yesterday morning blanketing the landscape in a mantle of white the second of the season. Several inches likely fell before rain melted it leaving muddy roads and damp conditions. The frosty coating clung to every branch and shrub creating a striking winter scene.
All dog owners must keep dogs tied up or muzzled for a period of thirty days. Violations will be punished by heavy fine by order of City Board.
A dog belonging to L N Haley created chaos in a small village biting stock and other dogs. The animal acted strangely and was eventually shot after a Tuesday dog killing spree by the marshal and helpers.
A local notice urges immediate care for all dogs until the required hydrophobia period lapses. Authorities emphasize responsible ownership and vaccination to prevent rabies spread.
Ira Langdon of Cora offers bronze gobblers described as real gold for sale at six dollars each.
John T. Hooker promotes wide selection of home-grown tobacco varieties. Advertises variety to suit any preference for local buyers seeking fresh, self-grown leaf.
Slats records a week of school and family observations with humor. Friday notes a test grade and a fish tale. Saturday complains about umbrellas for sailors. Sunday reveals a gossip about married life. Monday recalls a scolding about Puritans. Tuesday mentions newspaper notes and depression. Wednesday asks about bathtubs in America. Thursday reports a school board objection to a bachelor principal.
A brief notice from Bennett Brothers proclaims positive no hunting or trapping on their farms and asks readers to keep out.
Brookfield Missouri dealer J D Mahaffey advertises a new piano model for under half price with easy terms. He lists used rights and baby grand options and invites inquiries at 322 South Main.
A Chicago visit highlights the International Livestock Show and Poultry Exposition at the Coliseum. Roving talks by the Institute of American Poultry Industries explained farm handling from pen to market and featured dressed poultry and egg displays for consumers.
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