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Newspaper
Browning Leader Record
Location
Browning, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1913
Page
4
Governor Major will readily hand over the Sterling Price Democratic cane at the end of his term. Senator Fields of Browning will twirl the cane and stride forward with the same dignity shown by Major.
Curtis hires violinist Oren Lantz and pianist Mrs. Jennie Glaze to provide live music during the show. Lantz is described as a young talent who consistently pleases audiences while Glaze is praised as a superior pianist.
A narrator reflects on the idea that fools imitate others and danger comes from them. He notes a speaker defending women’s suffrage despite lacking grooming or smartness, illustrating misconceptions and stubborn opinions.
A admonitory piece questions a father's conduct around his children and mother, warning that vulgar behavior, smoking, drinking, and disrespect may lead to shameful family outcomes. It argues neighbors would judge him as a poor husband and father if his character were read aloud.
A Dutch immigrant spent four winters hauling manure from town to his farm while neighbors readied goods and debated politics. Land value rose from 35 to 70 dollars an acre as he built a solid house and barn, proving the Dutch method possible for others to imitate, despite rough talk from critics.
A speaker rails at Prohibition opponents and discusses family hardship, work, and Edison, praising progressive thinkers while denouncing dull conformity. He warns against wives suffering due to alcohol and mocks old attitudes, urging reform and innovation over stagnation.
The United States Geological Survey estimates 1912 Portland cement production at about 81.94 million barrels, up 3.41 million from 1911, with shipments around 84.76 million barrels. Prices fell in early 1912 but rose again later, and Iowa and Missouri saw a 24.6 percent production rise to over 7.56 million barrels. Eight mills were active in 1912, up from seven in 1911.
North Salem notes report visits between families including Perry McCullum with his daughter and Mrs J A Nevins, and a Gifford visit by Jess C Head and family. Perry Christian leaves for Oklahoma for several months. A peach and cake supper at Geo W Crist’s drew a large crowd. D H McCullum’s illness prompted neighbors to bring wood. about twenty loads were produced. A large crowd attended the Friday debate on whether to support a third political party.
Collum and J N Wilson debated fiercely with a Moose a Democrat and a Republican judging. The decision favored the affirmative. A post debate pie supper sold twenty one pies raising 15 dollars for the school.
The stork visited the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. Lawrence Lynch on Tuesday and brought a baby girl.
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