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Newspaper
Browning Leader Record
Location
Browning, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1909
Page
1
An editorial argues modern corn growing must abandon deep furrows and soil heaping. It endorses shallow, three to two row cultivators and surface tillage to protect roots, reduce moisture loss, and match soil texture. It warns against excessive tillage and emphasizes root development and efficient field use.
Frank Wiley expresses gratitude to friends for years of patronage while leaving Browning. He thanks Mr Fr A Fleming for service and invites continued patronage at the same firm, signing as Frank Wiley.
G W Spencer of Hybrid made a business call in town Saturday, engaging with local contacts and discussing potential developments during the visit.
The Missouri State Board of Agriculture releases a valuable bulletin by Dr. J W Connaway of the University of Missouri on hog cholera control and prevention. It notes 6000 hogs treated with serum and 95 percent saved, urges readiness to meet demand and stresses preventive measures for farmers to save millions yearly.
The PEO chapter met at Mrs. Louie Duncan’s home on Wednesday July 28 with thirteen members present. Mrs. Adeline See of Granville Ohio spoke warmly, sharing talks and papers on Civil War leaders read by Mrs. See and Miss Maude Fields. Mrs. Fleming and Mrs. Duncan delivered important remarks while hosting. refreshments were served. The group adjourned to meet with Mrs. Mattie Duncan in three weeks.
June 28 1909 stockyards report strong beef demand and price gains across cattle, with grass cattle dragging prices today. Fed cattle rise to $7 tops, hogs firm near $7.90, calves up slight, sheep and lambs inch higher. Mild weekly swings precede expected steady balance. note Mrs J W Harvey visiting son John in Purdin.
On Tuesday morning an engineer spotted a man beside the rails as freight climbed Duncan hill. Robert Smith was identified aboard the Chicago-bound train by E C Bailey. An inquest led by Coroner Dr. Charles Van Wye found no foul play and the remains were buried at Kaifong Grove cemetery with funeral rites by Rev. E M Capp.
John R. Creason, known as Uncle Joan, died last Friday at age, after six months of illness. A longtime Duncan township justice of the peace, he helped transform Sullivan County from a wilderness. He leaves a wife, two daughters, and many relatives. Remains to Hover Cemetery for burial Saturday.
All dog owners in Browning are notified their dog tax is due and must be paid by July 16. This is the last notice issued by city authorities.
After months of courtship J I Case people in Kansas City secured Frank Wiley from Browning. He accepted a high salary position and left Tuesday to begin his new work with F A Fleming and will be missed as a drill master and cordial neighbor. Mrs Biswell accompanies him and will visit there briefly.
The Knox City school board recently elected Mr. G. E. McFadden as principal to succeed Lee Sayers who resigned to enter the ministry. McFadden is described as a gentleman, scholar, and teacher with a life certificate and prior librarian work at Kirksville normal. He is expected to lead a strong corps of teachers and advance the country school to provide quality education at low cost for local boys and girls. Mr. and Mrs. McFadden plan to move soon to become acquainted before the new term starts.
Men and boys gathered at the old depot Tuesday to view the work train crew as cars eased onto the track. The crowd expressed relief at the smooth movement and hope no future depots will be sidelined or relocated anywhere.
Friday evening the ladies of the Baptist Sunday school prepared supper for the school then walked to the grove north of town where an enjoyable time was spent.
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