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Newspaper
Browning Leader Record
Location
Browning, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1931
Page
1
January brought gentle warmth and abundant sun allowing farmers to begin spring plowing and garden prep early. Residents note minimal snow and frost, low feed waste, and reduced fuel use, with hearty winter stock and thriving gardens anticipated despite hints of remaining cold. Families gathering at the Alspach home share memories, with guests from Hannibal and Hiawatha.
Four good teams battle for advantage. One walks low and one harrow, one rides a cultivator, one wagon and one t of harness as quoted by O T Johnson.
Two ricks of hay burned one day last week when Steve Alins allegedly set fire to an old tree near his home. Wind blew flames into weeds and grass by the tree, but neighbors contained the blaze after a hard fight. Fire destroyed two big ricks of hay and threatened the home and buildings.
Mrs R W Alspach, aged 84, near Old Enterprise, hosted a large family dinner on a Sunday in January at her Brookfield home. On Monday January 26th, her children, as customary, arrived with well filled baskets of meals and gathered at the parental table to share a plentiful noon meal.
Mr and Mrs John Fields hosted a Sunday gathering with daughters Marie and Lera and son George. Guests included Mr and Mrs John Jones Miss Lea Jones Roy Pipes Mrs Bryan Knifong and Reva and J W and Jim Jones from nearby. Mrs Josie Fields and Jeff Fields of near Roger joined. Mr and Mrs Clarence Head with daughters Lelia Vona Eulavieve and Bobby Ellen from near Cora attended.
J S Darr known as Jesse Darr dies at his Elgin Oregon home. Born June 30 1834 in Russell County Virginia he crossed the plains in 1881 with a 19 wagon train to Walla Walla then Grande Ronde Valley and Olds Ferry. He later homesteaded near Elgin and ran a sawmill on Gordon Creek until it burned.
Attended the funeral of Keith Watkins on Sunday were Messrs and Mesdames W. W. Crawford, Herbert Bailey, Elmo Schrock, Albert Baker, Cliff Peterson, M. L. Haning, M. P. Brassfield, Herbert Hamilton, Adram Glaze, Robert Glaze, J. R Williams, Mrs. Hinda Rush, Miss Ella Keithley, Miss Velma Peterson, Mrs. Melia Thurla, Mrs. Gertrude Fields, J. N. Neet and F. E. Peterson.
A letter from Joe Nickell of Spokare Washington dated January 29 1931 accompanying a five dollar P O order to renew his Leader Record subscription. He states he never misses a copy and enjoys hearing from local residents.
Mary McCollum of 1413 10th Street Sacramento sends three dollars for the Leader Record. She mentions harsh cold and snow and asks if Jim Nevins can confirm California snow. Letter dated January 31, 1931.
A column recalls J A Street of Purdin describing life in 1868 at age fourteen, including early spring wheat, a novel threshing machine, and his first teaching term at Jenkins school in 1762. He notes town growth, youth energy, and civic loyalty as key to a town’s progress.
A nostalgic meditation by Frank L. Brooks on rural folks who leave their hometown for city life and later return. The piece contrasts youth memories with aging, noting vanished friends, faded vigor, and the solitary laughter of success viewed from the old town.
Dr Palm offers guaranteed glasses at low prices in Chillicothe with every work day except Mondays.
A box supper will be held at Kaifong Grove School on Friday night February 6 with music. Ramah Webb, teacher, invites the community to attend.
The Hummel Wes ley class met last Thursday afternoon with hostess Mrs. F L Maggart. Guests included her daughter Miss Eula of Kansas City and Miss Catherine Rudloff. Members present were Mrs. Rudloff Mrs S Browning Mrs M P Brassfield Mrs H L Schrock Mrs L W Hummel Mrs Mollie Gilmer Mrs Hinda Rush and Mrs Lula Carter. A pleasant lap luncheon was served.
Sunday food sale at Hummel's Store hosted by the Wesley Class. Proceeds support church activities and missions. Sale features homemade dishes, baked goods, and beverages for attendees in the community.
The reader notice highlights a local big ad for Consumers Independent Oil Co of the city. Manager S. C. Lantz leads the home concern with officers backing him. They own storage tanks and employ two men to track their Skelly products to numerous customers. They solicit patronage and promote hometown interests.
A list of friends with unpaid subscriptions is published. Readers are urged to review the tag and promptly settle balances to satisfy creditors.
Browning businesspeople gather at the Leader Record office to launch a tomato canning plant with a $5,000 capital. Humphreys Canning officials outline progress and stock subscriptions, with another meeting set for Feb 5 at 7:30 pm at the Electric Theatre to push fundraising and acreage guarantees.
A full line of the best home killed meats advertised for Friday and Saturday. A 50 lb lot is laid at 5.00.
Diary entry describes Slats going to the doctor for nerves after ongoing nervous trouble. The doctor said something about taking a rest or half measure, reflecting concern over Slats’ condition and symptoms.
A 200 acre undeveloped oil and gas tract in Garfield County Montana is offered for trade for land in Missouri. The notice lists M. M. Burton in care of Herman Lambert as contact for the deal.
Dr. M. L. Haning and wife returned from North Salem when another vehicle driven by Herbie Philips of Linneus struck their car. The right side tore the back end, breaking a bone in the doctor's left hand which protruded through the skin. Dr. Burk of Laclede treated the injury. He remained in pain overnight but could see patients the next day.
Going to market Sunday night caller asks to be contacted for market items and requests leaving word with Guy L. Peters at phone 211.
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