Uncle Reuben’s Letter on Politics and Reform
A satirical sketch critiques Illinois politics and social rivalries at a Women’s Democratic League gathering. The piece contrasts Illinois deadlock over a Speaker with New York’s Bill Sulzer poised to push reform, while noting suffragists marching on March 3, one day before President Wilson’s arrival. The tone mixes humor with political commentary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Democratic League
Washington
Illinois
U. S
Union
House
Pappy Dunn
New York
Bill Sulzer
Congress
Bill
Allus
Quebeck
Getting Eggs in Winter From Cornel Feeding Plans
The article explains winter egg production hinges on diet and management. It cites Prof Charles A Rogers from Cornell detailing a feeding routine with mixed grains morning noon and night plus green feed and dry mash, grit and oyster shell, and advises keeping hens hungry to stimulate scratching. It also includes a long commentary on editor patronage and town pride with several names and places listed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cornell University
Charles A. Rogers
Connecticut Poultrymen
Osteopath O M Calland to Visit Browning
Dr O M Calland osteopath and Kirksville graduate will practice in Browning at Peters Hotel on Mondays Wednesdays and Fridays weekly. Phone 64. adv.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O. M. Calland
Kirksville
Browning
Peters Hotel
High Prices and Highways Prompt Farm Transport Costs
The article links poor roads to higher farm produce costs, noting transport adds to consumer prices. It argues highway funding should come from public funds rather than local assessments, citing 23 cents per ton mile in the U S versus 9 to 11 cents in France and Europe, and criticizes wasteful public spending.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
Community Loyalty To The Newspaper Man
Citizens are urged to recognize the importance of supporting local journalism and the role of the newspaper man in informing the community and sustaining civic life. The message emphasizes trust, service, and continued patronage to ensure independent reporting.
Clay's Rubber Goods and Shoes Ad
The ad touts the best rubber goods and shoes in town and promises lower prices at Clay's.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clay
S. Adv
Roll of Honor of recent new and renewal names
The Leader-Record lists recent new and renewal subscribers. Names mentioned include E. N. Neely of Willapa Washington Edgar Tully Roger B Jolley city and J. H. Payne North Salem among others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. N. Neely
Willapa
Wash
Edgar Tully
Roger
B. T. Jolley
City
J. H. Payne
North Salem
Edgar
Man's Limitations and the Scale of Nature
A Bryan's Commoner essay reflects on human intellect's strengths and gaps. It notes progress in science and invention while highlighting unmastered questions about biology and energy. It contrasts precise calculations with enduring mysteries, ending with humbling imagery of nature’s vastness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan
Local Happenings in Northeast Linn County
Ben Cattey delivered hogs at Browning. John B. McCollum began marketing with a carload of butcher goods. Tom Coram sawn wood for Mrs. Foss and Chas. Jones. Ralph McCollum and Perry Christian made a quick trip to Kirksville. Geo. B. McCollum returned from Montana after four weeks visiting his daughter. Willis Bunch buys W. E. Ware farm to move soon. Perry McCollum sold a yearling filly to Simon Head for 125 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom Coram
Mrs. Foss
Chas. Jones
Ralph McCollum
Perry Christian
Kirksville
Geo. B. McCollum
Montana
Willis Bunch
Winigan
W. E. Ware
Perry McCollum
Simon Head
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Browning, Missouri
Joseph Nickell
Browning, Mo
Reuben
Reuben Hardscrabble
Dense
Roll OF Honor
Northeast
Linn
Ben Cattey
John B. McCollum
Guy Adams
Mgr
Florida
L. T.wykoff
C. B
B. D. Bouurna
F. R. Duncan
Browning Savings Bank
Missouri
B. D. Boutina, J. B. Harrimon
B. F. Johnson
W. T. Prather
J. W. Gooen, Sr
Globe Mfg. Co
Perry
Iowa
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