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Newspaper
Browning Leader Record
Location
Browning, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1932
Page
1
Farmers are urged to test seed for germination before planting to avoid stand failures and costly losses. Missouri College of Agriculture experts warn seeds from 1932 or later may germinate late in cold wet weather. free tests are offered at the Columbia testing laboratory with careful sampling.
The article notes soybeans as a vital crop for Linn County farmers in 1935, with seed supplies limited for other hay and pasture crops. It explains soybeans as a drought and moisture tolerant legume that yields well alone or with corn and other crops, and advises early plowing and weed control before planting.
The Linn County Tuberculosis Association will hold a free chest clinic in the Masonic Building Brookfield on Thursday April 25. The event is sponsored by the association and aims to provide TB screening to residents.
Eugene Thurlo son of Mr and Mrs R A Thurlo was kicked in the mouth while driving horses with his pony Saturday morning. Five stitches were required to close the wound and Dr Haning treated him before he was taken to his aunt Mrs Hinda Rush home. The injury was not more serious.
A juvenile diary entry spans a week with humorous mischief. Slats suspects his mother, mentions a wedding, a Sunday school lesson, a peanut party, a teacher question, rising gum prices, and Ant Emmy’s yarn mishap including a bathing suit plan.
Mrs Bell Alexander visiting relatives in Linneus Saturday fell injuring her hip. She was brought home and is reported to be getting along nicely now.
The True Blue Club hosted eighteen members at Mrs. R. E. Smith’s home. Mrs. Pem Morris chaired as president and vice president were absent. Delegates were chosen for an April 24 clothing demonstration at Purdin. The meeting featured a quilt display, contests, prizes, secret sister gifts, and welcomes for visitors Mrs. Lon Baker and Mrs. Etta Sparks.
A Browning proclamation calls residents to harmony and better living. It urges careful driving, garden reliance, daily cleanups, individual drainage care, no cinders on streets, clearing brush, and support for local industry. The Board and Mayor sign the notice.
Walnut Grove School closed Wednesday April 10 after a successful term with teacher Clyde Brinkley. Bad weather kept patrons away while those present brought baskets for a noon dinner. Three graduates were Paul Knight Orbie Grismer and Dwaine Christy. Connie Swearengen won the perfect attendance prize and the day ended with a prayer of thanks and a program by students.
Mr and Mrs Arthur Buster and a lady friend from Wheeling called at the sanctum Saturday. Mr Buster was a Livingston county representative in the 1918 19 session and served as our seatmate during the visit.
The text recalls a man described as a bully good fellow who joined others sent to Newport News in 1919 to greet Missouri boys returning from France. He later served for years as a guide at the Missouri state capitol in Jefferson City escorting thousands through the building.
In her eighty fifth year Mrs P C Mullins remains bedbound with age related ailments yet enjoys visits from many friends. The community hopes she may reach her one hundredth birthday and extends gratitude for subscriptions and favors.
Commencement for nineteen seniors will be held on May 2 with Rev. Chas J Cohn of Chillicothe delivering the commencement address. Baccalaureate sermons will be given at the local Christian Church on April 28 by Dr. d pastor of the Trenton Christian Church.
Mr and Mrs A A Pipes Gordon Vivian and Truman have relocated to Wellsville for new employment at the Maytag Co The text notes the move from the city and expresses confidence Wellsville will welcome the family as worthy residents.
North central Missouri business Fulkerson Monument Co Brookfield advertises modern equipment skilled artisans and high grade materials for high quality memorials. They invite inquiries with letters or phone calls and offer to send samples and designs with no obligation.
With feed scarce and prices high, prioritize improving native pastures this year. Kill annual weeds before seeding and sow Korean Lespedeza on thin land and red clover with good grasses on fertile soil. Apply barnyard manure to thinner spots and seed promptly for cheaper feed cost in production of livestock.
Donald Lee Morris born October 22 1932 son of Cecil and Ada Morris at grandfather Morris home. He died April 6 1935 at Brookfield Hospital after throat illness. Funeral at Morris Chapel conducted by Rev Ray Tomlin with pallbearers and flower girls named.
Post meeting at 8 p m at Over Farmers Store invites all veterans for special business.
Mr and Mrs Jerry Jennings entertained the M M D Bridge Club Friday night and the group surprised them with a kitchen shower as the couple prepares to move to Harris.
Mrs. Opal Johnson entertained the Cinderella Club on Tuesday evening with a two course bridge dinner. Assisted by Mrs. Fern Carter, guests included Mrs. S C Lantz who won the guest prize, and Mrs. George Prather who received the club prize. Table honors went to Miss Lorene Burkholder, Mrs. Q O Johnson, Miss Violette Hooker, and Mrs. H E Wicker. members present included Miss Lorraine Glaze, Mrs. Gale Thurlo, Mrs. O T Johnson, and others.
A brief notice indicates pricing for printing services described as live and let live. No additional context or details are provided in the readable text.
Mrs J R Williams entertained the Bide A Wee Sewing Club with a one o clock luncheon Tuesday. The afternoon featured bridge and sewing with Mrs Lala Lantz winning high score. Guests included Mrs Chester Bagley and daughter Carolyn Ann Mrs M A Holman and son Max Mrs Hollis Duckworth and son Alvin Kirk Mrs George Prather Mrs S C Lantz and Mrs George Williams.
The M. E. Church South Browning charge will hold its 3rd Quarterly Conference on the 1st Sunday in May in the afternoon at Swetzer Chapel. Pastor C. R. Luton leads the service.
Farmers are cautioned to test germination before using any seed corn. Much of last winter’s corn, moved from distant sources, may yield only 80 to 85 percent. Tested, labeled seed costs about $2.09 per bushel and 30 to 40 cents per acre to plant. The state seed law requires full labeling including variety year grown source and germination percentage. Submit samples to the Emergency County Agent for testing guidance and avoid truckers and radio seed bargains.
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