Frank J. Buchman

Cowboy • Horseman • Writer

Quilts Go From Covers To Barns With Special Book Signing Scheduled

“Quilts belong on beds, or across the lap when going for a sleigh ride on a snowy Christmas morning, perhaps around one’s legs while relaxing in the easy chair, or maybe just a pretty throw over the back of the divan.” Well, at least that used to be the case with the beautiful, uniquely and […]

World Renowned Singing Cowboy At Home In the Mountains Or Small Country Church

“Bear is a modern-day singing cowboy.” No sparkling outfits like the silver screen make-believes of the mid-past century, nor rough-gruff look of some “country singers,” with depilated, dirty hats of today, but “Bear” looks the cowboy-way he lives, with his own guitar accompaniment singing beautiful songs everyone can understand and are proud for their kids […]

Business Meeting Procedures Critical

“The meeting will come to order. We are now conducting a meeting of the Council Grove FFA Chapter.” It’s been close to a half century since we last made that announcement, but strong reflections came to us Saturday morning during the Morris County 4-H Club Day. Our grandson was serving as vice president in the […]

Business Meeting Procedures Critical

 “The meeting will come to order. We are now conducting a meeting of the Council Grove FFA Chapter.” It’s been close to a half century since we last made that announcement, but strong reflections came to us Saturday morning during the Morris County 4-H Club Day.

Elimination Of Income Tax Would Put Major Burden On Property Owners

“Two things are certain: people must pay taxes and die.” There are those who claim they don’t mind paying taxes, because it is an indication of prosperity, and somebody has to support all of the conveniences which taxes support. “Even though taxes are not always fair, they are essential for survival of local, state and […]

Frozen Pipes Serious Matter

“There’s no water.” Temperatures outside were subzero, but cupboards were left open so pipes wouldn’t freeze as north winds blew. Yet, we’d had several cups of instant coffee already, and bathroom facilities were operating earlier in the morning.