Last Rites Held for J W Crookshank at Purdin
Funeral services were held at 2 p m Monday at the Purdin Methodist Church for Joseph Watson Crookshank who died Friday morning at his home in Purdin. The Rev W H Hansford conducted the rites with music by Mrs O H Cokerham Mrs O H Johnson H G Johnson and Van Vencill. Bearers were Floyd Hardin Merlin Schreck Lee Schreck John Dunlap Guy Davis and Sam Falconer. Born July 10 1870 in Linn County Missouri he was the son of William and Harriet Crookshanks. He and his wife Viola B Crookshank were married 51 years. He farmed in Linn County and was a member of the Purdin Methodist Church. He is survived by his widow two daughters three sons seven grandchildren and two great grandchildren plus two sisters and one brother.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Purdin Methodist Church
Joseph Watson Crookshank
Purdin
W. H. Hansford
O. H. Cokerham
O. H. Johnson
H. G. Johnson
van Vencill
Alex Murrain
Floyd Hardin
Merlin Schreck
Lee Schreck
John Dunlap
Guy Davis
Sam Falconer
Mr. Crookshanks
Linn County
Missouri
William
Harriet Crookshanks
Viola
B. Crookshank
Card of Thanks for J. W. Crookshank Family
The Crookshank family thanks friends for loving assistance and sympathy during bereavement expressed by Mrs. Viola Crookshank and family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. Crookshank
Viola Crookshank
Entertained PEO Chapter V Thanksgiving Dinner
PEO Chapter V Thanksgiving was hosted by Mrs. Jae Rush on Wednesday evening November 27. The hostess served cake ice cream and coffee with other members providing the dinner course. Names were drawn for the Christmas gift exchange.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P.E.O
P.eo
Jae Rush
Notice to Taxpayers for Duncan Township Tax Collection
Notice from Lloyd Trumbo collector announcing Saturday visits at Browning each Saturday and Friday afternoons during December. He will be in Cora on Thursday December 26 to collect taxes for Duncan Township.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Browning
Roger
Cora
Duncan Township
Lloyd Trumbo
DeKalb Corn Shucked At Burkholder Farm For Art Tripp
Neighbors gathered at the Burkholder home to shuck ten acres of DeKalb corn yielding about 600 bushels for Art Tripp. Nine men with teams and wagons assisted, joined by additional workers and several women who prepared a large dinner for the effort. Mrs Burkholder has been ill recently.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Watson Burkholder
Art Tripp
Tom Lacer
James Smith
Clifton Quigley
Adolph Liebhart
Ivan Cokerham
Alonzo Shreckhise
W. E. Bailey
James Cokerham
Robert Burkholder
Harold Abbott
Alex Woodside
Birth Announcement for Mullinix's Thanksgiving Baby
Supt and Mrs F L Mullinix welcome an 8 lb 4 oz baby boy arriving at 3 a.m. on Thanksgiving Day at Laughlin Hospital in Kirksville. The newborn joins Gerald vid's home, marking a joyful new milestone for the family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F.L. Mullinix
Laughlin Hospital
Kirksville
Gerald Vid
Lost Spare Tire and Wheel Reported to George Crooks
A spare truck tire and wheel sized 7.50-16 are missing. Finder should notify George Crooks in Browning about the loss.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Crooks
Browning
Farm For Sale 230 Acre Stock and Grain Property
230 acre stock and grain farm eight miles west of Browning on a black top road. Includes complete set of improvements and ample water with electricity available. Listing by Mrs Effie Woolf Browning Missouri. RED L
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Browning
Black Top Road
Effie Woolf
Browning, Mo
Red L
Neff Radio Service Ad At 16S Main St
Saminda Lansien Shah offers radio services and stock of tubes and batteries. Located at 16S Main St with contact via phone 587 for radio needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saminda Lansien Shad
Main St
The Virginian at Electric Theatre Highlights
The Virginian shown in Technicolor from Owen Wister's novel stars Joel McCrea Brian Donlevy Sonny Tufts Barbara Britton and Fay Bainter. A western tale of justice and vengeance features suspenseful gunfights and spectacular scenery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Virginian
Owen Wister
Wister Naval
Joel McCrea
Brian Donlevy
Sonny Tufts
Barbara Britton
Fay Bainter
Sullivan County Extension to Hold Annual Meeting in Milan
The Sullivan County Extension Association will hold its annual meeting on Saturday December 7 1946 in the courthouse community room Milan. The event opens at noon with a speaker from the Columbia Office of the Missouri Farmers Association and will select township and executive board members for 1947. Samuel S Rowe Sullivan County Ext Agent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sullivan County Extension Association
Milan
Columbia
Missouri Farmers Association
Samuel S. Rowe
Sullivan County
Benton Township Tax Collection Dates Announced
Nelle Williams named collector invites residents to pay taxes at Purdin Bank on December 6 11 14 17 20 23 28 31 and at Browning Bank on December 7 9 13 16 21 26 30.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Purdin Bank
Browning Bank
Benton Township
Nelle Williams
Stove For Sale White Enamel E Economy Range
Nearly new white enamel stove for sale by W L Sparks in Browning Missouri. Suitable for coal or wood heating.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. L. Sparks
Browning, Mo
Improved 100 Acre Farm Near North Salem on Courtly Line
A 100 acre improved farm lies three miles west of North Salem on Courtly Line, four miles from the local school. Property listed by Earl Maggart of Browning Missouri.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Salem
Courtly
Earl Maggart
Browning, Mo
Dentistry Returns to Frances Building Office in Brookfield
Dr. C. W. Cleveland announces he has resumed dental practice in his old Frances Building office in Brookfield Missouri and invites patient patronage on any afternoon. Office phone 27, home 2020.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. W. Cleveland
Frances
Brookfield
Home
Missouri
Thanksgiving Dinner Hosts And Guests Listed
Thanksgiving Day turkey dinner hosted by Mr and Mrs Jay Harvey. Guests included Mr and Mrs Tom Yardley of Milan Mr and Mrs Harvey J Neet Mr and Mrs Claude Kenley Mrs Reed Kenley and Loretta Mrs A B Whaley of Kansas City Mo Mrs Dorcas Harvey and Mrs Sadie Knifong.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jay Harvey
Tom Yardley
Milan
Harvey J. Neet
Claude Kenley
Reed Kenley
Loretta
A. B.whaley
Kansas City
Dorcas Harvey
Sadie Knifong
Build Linn County Hospital It Benefits the People
A reader urges voters to decide in favor of a modern hospital. The piece argues the hospital serves the sick and injured, not medical factions, and calls for letting proper agencies resolve disputes while focusing on citizens’ needs. The ballot decisive issue is Linn County’s hospital status.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Linn County News
Linn County
Judges Named for Special Election December 10
The County Court appointed judges and clerks on November 25, 1946 for the December 10 special election. Listings cover numerous precincts with designated judges and clerks such as East-Hulda Thiele and Laura Morelock in Baker, and Bucklin East with Frank McWilliams and J. N. Johnson among others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
County Court
Baker East
Hulda Thiele
Estele Coffman
Laura Morelock
Erna Crist
Baker West
Gertrude Thuchum
John Davis
Rosa Bailey
Harley Smith
Benton Notth
Nelle Williams
Mariyn Gooch
Lorene Addams
Maude Morris
Geo. Finney
Clay
Mary E. Lee
Raymond Grider
Sam Turner
Rhea Holser
Enterprise
Elva
Bert Edmundson
Lea McCrary
Joe Edmundson
Jefferson
Emil Brandahl
Arthur Swank
Lyle Savage
Zella Lafly
Locust Creek
O. C. Earle
Roy Harvey
Peach Trippeer
Nelle Turner
Locust Creek East
Wm. Robinson
Ruth Kennedy
Audry Vroom
Nora Blankership
Marceline
Bessie Sunday
Dora Julian
Vonnie Fiala
Mable Wolfe
Wm. P. Kelley
Fred Bigger
Ora Wylie
Roy Richardson
Pat Conley
John Dietrich
Vonnie Simms
Ruby Burch
Geo. Ross
Leona Downing
Ott Coulson
Francis Walsh
Gladys Sevier
Nova Campbell
Farewell Surprise Party For Emmett Haley
Friends and neighbors held a farewell surprise party Tuesday night November 26 at the home of Mr. and Mrs. E. L. Haley. The Haleys plan to move to a farm near Brookfield. Guests included Oscar Hollon and family, Vernon Norvell and family, Mary Taylor, Lucille Norvell and daughters, Harvie Drake, and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. L. Haley
Haleys
Haley
Thier Farm
Brookfield
Ches. Rudiger
Cecil Taylor
C.R
Special Notice Fay Bowyer Sale At Prather Dec 7
Fay Bowyer will sell at the Prather sale on Saturday December 7 an eight piece walnut dining room suite.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fay Bowyer
Prather
1936 Chevrolet Master Sedan Good Rubber
John Quigley reports a 1936 Chevrolet Master Sedan in good condition with new tires from Browning. The note notes the car's overall soundness and recent maintenance status.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Quigley
Browning
Radio Service at Joe's Radio Shop Shuts Down
Local notice lists Joe's Radio Shop at 32 E Helm St Brookfield as closing. No further details on dates or reasons are provided in the readable text.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joe's Radio
E. Helm St
Brookfield, M
No Hunting Quail on Cecil Cassity Farm
Quail hunting is prohibited on Cecil Cassity’s farm as he notes with a clear no hunting directive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cecil Cassity
Farmer Otto T. Johnson Declares No Hunting on Property
Otto T. Johnson states hunting of any kind is strictly prohibited on his farms, asserting clear ownership rights and a commitment to protecting wildlife and property.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Otto T. Johnson
In Loving Memory of Willis E Gooch
In loving memory of my husband Willis E Gooch who passed away December 1 1944 Two years have passed and my heart remains full of sadness Wife Georgia continues to remember him as he always was beside me
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willis E. Gooch
Georgia
Special Notice Local Church Meeting To Call Pastor
Locust Valley Church holds a business meeting after Sunday School on Sunday December 8 to call a pastor. All members urged to attend if possible.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Locust Valley Church
Dessert Bridge Hosted by Mrs. W. F. Peters
Mrs. W. F. Peters entertained a dessert bridge Monday evening with a list of guests including Mesdames Bartow Bennett Bolling Calhoun Kathryn Calhoun Carter Drake Fleming Gann Gooch Harvey Johnson Lambert McArtor Moore Prather Rudloff Williams and Misses Newell Peterson Elizabeth Smith. Prizes awarded: high to Mrs. Calhoun traveling prize to Mrs. Bartow and consolation to Mrs. Lambert.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. F. Peters
T. S. Bartow
J. A. Bennett
J. P. Bolling
J. H. Calhoun
Kathryn Calhoun
Edgar Carter
Carl Drake
C. B. Fleming
Coral Gann
R. A. Gooch
B. J. Harvey
O. T. Johnson
Fred Lambert
T. R. McArtor
Robert Moore
G. W. Prather
Farm Bureau Announces 19 Percent Phosphate Fertilizer Truck
Linn County Farm Bureau Service Manager Joe Turner says a car of 19 percent phosphate fertilizer will reach Linneus in early December. Apply now to meet the 1946 AAA farm plans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farm Bureau
Linneus
AAA
Joe Turner
Service Mgr
Linn County Farm Bureau
No Hunting or Trapping Prohibited on My Farm
Statement by Fred Ludwig declares his farm off limits to hunting and trapping. He asserts private property rights and warns trespassers to stay away.
Wanted to Rent Fall Pasture Near Browning
Leland Burke seeks to rent fall pasture or good stalk field near Browning. Interested parties should contact Burke to arrange terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Browning
Leland Burke
Feast at Mary Molloy Home Brings Large Family Together
A November 24 gathering at Mrs Mary Molloy's country home featured a grand dinner and games. Attendees included six Molloy children and numerous relatives from Evansville Purin Laclede and nearby areas, sharing hospitality and thanks for the meal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Molloy
Bryan Molloy
Jack
DeLoyd Coley
Evansville, Ind
Mack Molloy
Purdin
Wilbur Molloy
Laclede
John Molloy
de Humphreys
Virgil Molloy Purdin
Jim McNeeley
Virginia Burwell Weds Dr Roscoe McArtor in Kansas City
Miss Virginia Mildred Burwell of Browning Missouri marries Dr T Roscoe McArtor of Kirksville at Seventh Street Methodist Church Kansas City Kansas on November 26 1946. The ceremony drew family friends Archie McClard and Mrs Jess Wimp, with a reception at the Terrace Grill Hotel Muehlback.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jesse D. Burwell
Browning
Missouri
Virginia Mildred
Roscoe McArtor
Eugene McArtor
Seventh Street Methodist Church
Kansas City
Kansas
R. N. Burress
Archie McClard
Farmington, Mo
Jess Wimp
Kirksville
Nieres
Terrace Grill
Muelback
McArtor
Kirkville State College
University of Tulsa
American Airline Stewardess School
New York
Chicago
American Airlines
Kirksville State College
University of Kansas
University of Missouri
Washington University
Saint Louis
McArrtor
Death of Ray McKinstray in Jackson Wyoming
Raymond Scott McKinstray born April 18 1893 in Reger Missouri died November 13 at home in Jackson Wyoming after a fall and coronary thrombosis. He served in World War I and is survived by his wife Nora two daughters a sister and a brother. A military funeral was held at the American Legion Hall in Jackson with interment in the local OOF cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Linneus Bulletin
Raymond Scott McKinstray
Reger
Sim
Alda McKinstray
Sullivan County
Navy
Crawford
Nebraska
Lander
Wyoming
Anna Lenora Ransom
Jackson
Wyo
R. J. Bardon
Roger
Nora McKinstray
Norma Jean
Mary Adele McKinstray
Ned
Fred Bertschman
Kirksville
van McKinstray
American Legion Hall
Jersey vows refreshed in January
Two pledges from Leland Burke of Brown are renewed in January. The item notes new commitments and the ongoing involvement of Burke in the community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leland Burke
Browning
Thanksgiving Dinner Honoring Two Birthdays
A Thanksgiving gathering at Mr. and Mrs. George Hardinger’s home celebrated the birthdays of Mr. Hardinger and Bernie Deeds. Attendees brought baskets, the meal was cafeteria style, and guests exchanged Christmas greetings before departing late.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Hardinger
Joe
Julia Ann Lantz
Jessie Oliver
George Artz
John Oliver
Helen Oliver
Rosann Callihan
Blanche Bankus
Thelma Jean
Maggart
Bernie Deeds
Billy
Creamery Seeks Station Operator in Macon
Cone Creek Creamery in Macon advertises for a station operator. Applicants should apply locally to join the creamery’s daily production and delivery crew.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cone Creek Creamery
Macon
Jones Taxi Seeks Two Cars and Drivers for Ready Service
Jones Taxi announces readiness to deploy two cars with drivers. Contact details not provided in the fragment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jones
Land Description for Browning Farm in Missouri
120 acre farm located 8 miles east and 1 mile north of Browning Missouri and 2 miles northwest of North Salem. Property owner listed as Mrs. E. W. Riley with mail route Browning R R 221. Local real estate notice indicates rural land availability and directions to site.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Browning
North Salem
E. “W. Riley
Farm Notice Prohibits Hunting on Havens Property
W. B. Havens warns that no hunting with hounds or dogs is allowed on the farm. The notice restricts pursuit of game and clarifies owner permission requirements on the premises.
Taxpayers Notice on December Tax Collection
Everett Harris, the Collector, will collect Pleasant Hill township taxes at Citizens Savings Bank in Browning each Saturday in December.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Citizens Savings Bank
Browning
Pleasant Hill Township
Everett Harris
DeKalb Dealers Convention and Corn Show in Jefferson City
Mr. and Mrs. Walter A. Wood and Mr. and Mrs. Glen Tomlin attended the DeKalb dealers convention and corn show in Jefferson City November 25 and 26. Wood exhibited corn winning blue ribbon No 835 red ribbon No 827 and white ribbon No 846. They then visited Columbia with the Tomlins and their daughter Elizabeth Ann a Missouri University student.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter A. Wood
Glen Tomlin
Jefferson City
Mr. Wood
Columbia
the Tomlin
Elizabeth Ann
Missouri University
Back To God Crusade Opens At Browning Baptist Church
The Back To God Crusade led by Rev. J. L. Pickett from Han nibal LaGrange College opened at Browning Baptist Church Monday night. The revival features special nights, moving pictures, and a dramatic sermon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Browning Baptist Church
Moday
Hannibal-LaGrange College
J. L. Pickett
Browning
Pickett
Farm Policy Statement by H. F. Kille
A farm owner named H. F. Kille pledges a no harm approach, forbidding hurting or trapping with guns or dogs on his property. The note signals a humane stance for farm management and animal handling.
Taxes Collected by Neva Grice Each Week in Browning
Neva Grice, City Collector, will collect Browning taxes at Citizens Savings Bank every Saturday all day and each Wednesday afternoon during December.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Citizens Savings Bank
Browning
Neva Grice
Land listing in Purdin Missouri seeks buyers for 34 acres
In Purdin Missouri Mack Molloy advertises a 34 acre tract with a dwelling on site. The notice targets potential buyers and mentions location in Purdin as the primary detail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
News Room
Purdin
Mack Molloy
Strayed Black Steer Report From Browning Area
Lost two year old black steer with a dim brand on the right hip and a mark on the underside of the right ear. Last seen near Browning Missouri around November 1. Notify Alden Knifong in Browning or call North Salem.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alden Knifong
Browning
North Salem
Public Auction Of Household Furniture In Browning
Mrs L W Hummel announces a public auction of her household furniture in Browning on Saturday December 14 Watch for ad and bills.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Browning
L. W. Hummel
Leghorn Roosters for Sale at $1.50 Each
Roy Haley of Browning advertises Leghorn roosters priced at one dollar fifty per head.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roy Haley
Browning
Purchase net to money in Cowgill land case Milan Mo
An excerpt notes a land transaction involving Cowgill Land Company Milan Missouri with details about net money and purchase. The readable text focuses on the financial aspect of the land deal and the parties involved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cowgill Land, Co
Milan
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Electric Theatre
Clayton Warren
J. R. Williams
Lavaun Gooch, Browning
N. G. Couch
Emmett Haley
John Deere Corn Planter
Walter Crooks
Fred Ludwig
Virginia Burwell
Bride OF OR
Ray McKinstray
Jackson, Wyo
W. B. Havens
H. F. Kille
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