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Newspaper
Browning Leader Record
Location
Browning, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1920
Page
1
The column contrasts ancient leaders with Plato on human nature, warns against conceit and praises self confidence, then shifts to hot weather health tips and a reflective meditation on early speech. A large family reunion item follows, detailing guests, locations, and hospitality at J. P. Pipes' home.
The excerpt reflects on human expression from infancy to adulthood. It argues that early cries for food reveal innate desires and that a soul without stirring aspirations will not achieve distinction as a writer or orator.
Advertises purchase of good sound corn in section. Buyer Dan Bramhall offers delivery to car or farm and urges not to sell until seen.
The business men and others of Browning organize a Chautauqua running September 10 to 14. The Evening Star programs are provided by the Vawter Chautauqua System and promise five big nights of high merit. Season tickets at $1.65 for adults and 55 cents for children go on sale soon.
Letter from Sarah Lark to the Browning Leader Record offering annual support and notes on farm conditions. Reporter mentions haying, rains, blackberry harvest, ripening fruit, and crops including wheat corn and hay. The author signs as The Farmer Rules Our Country.
W J Dodson traveled to Brookfield Wednesday where he and Mrs Mary Fisher of that city were united in marriage by Rev D M Trout. The bride is well known locally and the groom, a retired farmer, owns a suburban home near the city. The couple reside at home and are wished happiness by The Leader Record. Lockwood Missouri August 9.
S. W. Summers of Milan Missouri offers to save customers the usual agent's commission on memorial and cemetery work. He invites visits to his shop or written inquiries, stating goods are stocked from last June's prices and promises quality work.
A diary style entry details daily chores at Slat's Dairy including neglecting chickens, a dispute over credit, spending money on stockings, a Sunday at Sunday school and swimming, a berry gathering with a bump on a pillow, and a conversation about washing clothes in a river. It notes a sick Jake and a short race.
The speaker recalls a playful period with siblings and friends including desertions for swimming and ice cream. A party with many youngsters ends with losses and gossip about a neighbor named Dobbs. A sermon from the preacher frames the tale in a rural, communal setting.
Noah Head, a prosperous North Salem merchant, visited our office Monday to place an order for bills advertising the two day campaign picnic on August 27 and 28. A big time is expected with good speakers. Remember the dates.
Will Rogers stars in Jubile the story of a no good hobo who makes good at the Electric Theatre next Saturday night admission 10 and 25 cents. Rogers returns to Browning for future showings promising worthwhile pictures.
The J. Doug Morgan Stock Co performs this week in a big tent near the Farm Club building drawing strong crowds each night. Monday’s program was a hummer and sparked talk among witnesses. The company played Milan last week and is praised as one of the nicest and cleanest tent shows on the road.
Last Sunday Mrs Chas Taylor was surprised at her rural home when about forty relatives neighbors and friends gathered with baskets filled with food. A noon table labeled Fit for a King nourished the group. The afternoon featured croquet music and games before departure.
Two mountaineers duel on a high ground in Bill Apperson's Boy at the Electric Theatre Monday night. Buddy Anderson played by Jack Pickford knocks out the larger foe after a tumble down a steep embankment.
A surprise birthday gathering for G T Woodward was held at his east town home. Relatives and neighbors attended with a hearty meal, and guests included Dr Ingram and Mrs W C Ingram among others. The event preceded the chautauqua opening on August 22.
The Blue Ridge setting frames Bill Apersons Boy with rugged Kentucky scenery. Jack Pickford stars at the Electric Theatre starting Monday August 23. The story by Hapsburg Liebe, a magazine writer of mountain tales, forms the basis.
Meadville Chautauqua organizers promise their best program yet with nightly moving picture reels five per showing. Sunday night August 22 features The Wayfarer a Pageant of the Kingdom by the Methodist Centenary at Columbus Ohio. It carries high educational merit and is billed as a rare treat not to be missed.
Browning residents praise M. N. Adamson for his generous backing of the east road project. He pledged $25, offered to run a grader, and soon provided a check after hearing reports of the road’s good work. Mayor and Kelley noted his ready service as the city seeks more Marsh Adamsons.
The P. E. O. Chapter V met last Wednesday in the country at Mrs. Ada Bolling's home. After a brief business session they sewed for Kensington time and enjoyed refreshments. Next gathering will be hosted by Mrs. Hermia Adams.
Members of the Methodist Episcopal church Sunday school enjoyed a pleasant outing and picnic at the New Park on Tuesday afternoon. An enjoyable evening followed with ice cream and cake for the children, illustrating how such events support a growing school and future community leaders.
County Line road project gains momentum with Sam P. Kelley directing the west end and Ed Lambert the east. Community fundraising combines donations and pay work to improve the road from Uncle Ab Lamberts to Browning toward North Salem and Winigan. Citizens are urged to contribute and join the effort.
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