19 Feb 1914
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Newspaper
Browning Leader Record
Location
Browning, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1914
Page
1
The article recalls the last day of the winter term in Browning with praise for teacher Mrs Hermia F Adams. Four boys and one girl were set to graduate though Neva Taylor did not submit papers. Local officials and residents praised the event as a major community celebration.
Mrs Nate Riddle and Jit Tleiter returned £6 duty Sunday after a brief stay with relatives at this place.
Fire discovered Thursday evening at six o'clock in the Purdin school building. Wooden structure was nearly new and proved beyond control, with smoke pouring from the roof. Loss partly covered by insurance. arrangements made to hold classes in other buildings and school resumed Monday with usual attendance.
A reader identifies as a longtime admirer and thanks the editor for the paper. The note expresses appreciation and support for ongoing coverage.
An excerpt recalls bankers and traders over money, while a cashier strains to draw funds. A speaker denounces gossip and meddling reporters who demand stories without naming sources. An angry, literary vent critiques press accountability and fear of reputational damage.
Ester P. Knifong and Gertrude B. Lee were married on Sunday February 8 1914 by Justice J M Hayes. The groom and bride are praised for good morals and promising futures as they begin married life with well wishes from friends of The Standard in Milan.
A surprise birthday supper was held Tuesday night February 10 in honor of Milt Jennings of Agra Oklahoma. About fifty guests attended a pleasant social evening with a delicious supper served from guest baskets as a token of friendship to Mr and Mrs Jennings.
Miss Hanna Seale born in Canada May 24 1856 died Feb 16 1914 age 57 years 8 months and days. She came with her age. She was converted and .
Funeral services were held for a long time resident who died January 4 1908 after a brief decline from complications of diseases. Survived by a son Guilford Thomas the family and community mourn a neighbor praised for honesty upright dealing and kindness. The service was led by Rev W W Cla y and burial followed in Jenkins cemetery with many attending.
Kaifong Grove No 108 reports February 14 1914 attendance 426 pupil days with 15 pupils enrolled 13 male and 10 female 2 absent five or more days 36 tardies and names of daily attendees and visitors. A pie supper on Jan 30 raised 10 71 dollars to be used for the school with M T Adams as teacher.
The teacher Mrs. Lila F. Williams reports good record water and condition, library value set at 15 with 30 volumes, 24 added this year. She earns 47.50 monthly, 21 pupils average 89 percent, classes listed across grades. School board includes L. P. Kirby, H. D. Cooper, C. D. Linhounty Budget.
In a playful yet pointed note Uncle Reuben recounts a scene in Washington where about 600 East Coast working-class delegates pressed President Wilson on seating a committee to advance women’s suffrage. The president reportedly cited party boundaries and lack of certainty as reasons not to act.
The piece discusses women’s activism and political influence in the United States, comparing to English militant actions. It notes the potential impact on domestic affairs, party protection, and the President’s stance, urging action to avoid trouble.
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