Mrs P G Mullins Sends Greetings from Quincy
A Christmas letter from Mrs P G Mullins in Quincy Illinois dated December 16 1927 to Browning and vicinity friends. She writes of loving Browning and friends Purdin old times and neighbors with anecdotes and holiday wishes. She mentions cold weather and plans to write a longer letter later. An advertisement from Golden Rule Fur Co Brookfield MO promises high fur prices.
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Quincy, Ill
Browning and
Browning
Purdin
Golden Rule Fur Co
Brookfield
Down By the Fair Ground
For Sale Leghorn Cockerels and Eggs
S C White Leghorn cockerels for sale from trap nested hens. 250 eggs and better at $2.50 each. Leghorn and Silver Laced Wyandotte eggs in season. Troy A Meeker Laredo Mo.
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S.C
Troy A. Meeker
Laredo
From A Former Browningite
Letter from Bogard Missouri dated December 14 1927 to Joe Nickell Browning Missouri expresses appreciation for the Browning paper says it keeps readers connected to Browning and friends. Mentions church news gaps and reports 86 baptisms or professions of faith in revival meetings during the past year. Wishes Merry Xmas and Happy New Year.
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Browning
Where Shall I Sell My Furs
Questioning where to sell furs, the ad suggests guidance to sellers seeking options. The brief hints at assurance that readers will find a path or solution for disposing their fur items.
Reader’s note mails dues for paper in Florida City
In a December 12 1927 letter from R W Mullins to Joe Mullins the sender encloses 150 to cover back dues dating June 8 1927 for Mrs Schweitzer and asks the paper continue in his name. He mentions good weather and that farming is in full swing with vegetables plentiful.
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Florida City
Fla
Joe
M. O
Schweitzer
R. W. Mullins
Notice to Taxpayers Duncan Township December Collection
Notice from H C Freeland the collector announcing December tax collection at Browning Cora and Roger on specific days. The schedule covers Thursdays Saturdays Wednesdays and Fridays in December for the Duncan township taxes.
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Duncan Township
Browning
Cora
Roger
H. C. Freeland
Gift Substitutes for Christmas Remembrance Offer
An old fashioned plea urges sending the home paper as a lasting gift. It argues subscriptions cost 1.50 for a year and serve as a personal link to family and friends, likening it to a big letter from home.
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Leader-Record
Notice to Hunters on Farms Issued by Officials
Farm lands are off limits to hunters and trappers with guns or dogs. The notice warns hunters to stay off the properties and is signed by J. N. T. Sevier and J. W. Sevier.
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N. T. Sevier
J. W. Sevier
Hazardous Bridges Bring Cautious Inspectors
In a small community several bridges appear unsafe as frequent drivers stop to inspect them. They climb underneath then speed away after checking. The piece urges road overseers to post a clear sign stating all is well, suggesting the word Salcon on the sign.
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Salcon
Tax Collector Plans December Schedule in Benton Township
Mrs. Zella Woodworth, Benton township tax collector, announces the December schedule visiting Bank of Purdin on Tuesdays, Stockgrowers Bank on Fridays, and Farmers Exchange Bank in Brown ing the rest of each week to collect taxes.
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Purdin
Bank of Purdin
Stockgrowers Bank
Browning
Farmers Exchange Bank
Benton Township
Zella Woodworth
Edward T. Jones death and family obituary notice
Edward T. Jones of Seattle Washington born December 28 1861 near Browning Missouri died December 7 1927 age 65 years 11 months 9 days. Survived by wife four grandchildren son Christopher E. Jones Portland Oregon daughter Mrs Cecil V Berry California sisters Mrs Kate Brown and Miss Maggie Keithley brother Emmett L. Keithley and niece Mrs Chloe Hoskins all of Cora Missouri. Funeral December 14 at 12 o clock burial at Pisse Cemetery.
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Edward T. Jones
Joel C
Jane’ FE. Jones
Browning
Missouri
Seattle
Washington
Church of Christ At
Amanda Peters
Emily G. Smith
Christopher E. Jones
Portland
Oregon
Cecil V. ‘Berry
California
Lara Scott
Kate Brown
Maggie Keithley
Emmett L. Keithley
Chloe Hoskins
Cora
Death of Elizabeth Ruth Murrell 1925 1927 in Morris Chapel
Elizabeth Ruth Murrell, daughter of Marvin and Blanch Murrell, died December 11 1927 at age 2 years 2 months 17 days after illness. She left mother father one sister three brothers and grandparents. Funeral by Rev Coffman at Morris Chapel with burial in nearby cemetery.
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Elizabeth Ruth
Marvin
Blanch Murrell
Rev. Coffman
Morris Chapel
Hunting and Trapping Prohibited on John B Harmon Farm
John B Harmon and H F Kille declare hunting and trapping strictly forbidden on their farm to prevent trouble and ensure safety. Signs urge keep out to all would be trespassers and trespass penalties may apply.
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John B. Harmon
H. F. Kille
Obituary Mary Alice Maxwell Little Daughter of Garner
Mary Alice Maxwell born August 8 1926 near Garner died December 12 1927 at age 1 year 4 months 4 days. The child was described as a sweet little spirit and her short illness led the family to bow to the will of Heaven.
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Mary Alice Maxwell
R. E. Maxwell
Garner
Mary Alice
Harvesting Ice on Local Lake and Peters Pond
The report notes harvesting ice on a lake and Peters Pond over two days. The ice is about six inches thick, of fine quality, clear and snow free after ten days of freezing. Mr. Carter fills his large ice house when ice conditions allow.
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Raynes
Peters Pond
Mr. Carter
No Paper Next Week Leader Record Off for Holidays
The Leader Record will not publish next week, but the office remains open for business and to collect all accounts. Readers are asked to settle bills by year end, including advertising, job work, and subscriptions, as the paper thanks loyal subscribers and winter holiday greetings are extended from the editor.
M W A Meeting To Cut Wood On Cordray Farm
The M W A will meet at the J W Cordray farm east of town on Tuesday afternoon December 27 to cut wood for Neighbor J F M Bailey. Please be present. H L Adams Vice Chairman.
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J. W. Cordray
J. F. M. Bailey
H. L. Adams
V.-C
New Ford Draws Big Crowd at Browning Motor Co
The Browning Motor Company showroom was crowded all day as the new Ford went on exhibition. Mr. Baker praised its appearance and performance noting its speed and quiet operation. The car comes in several styles and colors and is expected to be in stock within weeks.
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Ford
Browning Motor Company
Baker
Acti
Winners at Linn County Corn Show
The Linn County Corn Show at Brookfield drew 80 entries in corn soybeans and red clover over two days last week. Ray Bennett won the championship with ten ears of white corn earning the Linn County trophy. Mrs Dan Purdin won the accuracy contest guessing 37960 grains in a single ear.
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Linn County
Brookfield
Wolf-Thompson Motor Company
Earl Cramer
Chamber of Commerce
Dan Purdin
Roscoe Powell
Jack Dust
John T. Hopner
Brunswick
W. T. Urbach
Ray Bennett
Oro Bennett
H. Hopner
Ray Pulliam
Gene Powell
George Prather
Bushel White Ray
Bennett
John Hopner
Walter Prather
Helen Pulliam
Entertaining Hummel-Wessley Class Gathering Friday Night
The Hummel Wessley class met Friday night with about 18 attendees including Mr. and Mrs. Crawford and Dr. and Mrs. Hanning. After a business session the women drew gift boxes, and Mia Haning was commended for her contribution. Music and refreshments followed the social hour.
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Hummel-Wessley
W. W. Crawford
Crawford
M.P. Brassfield
Guy Adams
Roy Calhoun
Wesley Cordray
Tharp
Belle Knifong
Hind Rush
Mollie Gilmer
Iva Carr
Hanning
Mia Haning
Notice of Office Closure for Vacation
My office will be closed from today until Jan 2 1928 during my vacation and rest. Dr George Brownback Osteopathic Physician Browning Mo.
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George Brownback
Osteopathic
Browning
Mrs. Jennie Epperson Hosts P E O Chapter Meeting
Mrs. Jennie Epperson hosted the P E O Chapter on a Wednesday in December. Fourteen members answered roll call with miscellaneous quotations. The hostess served a lap luncheon. She expects to travel to St. Joseph soon for an extended visit and will be missed at meetings until spring.
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P. E
Jennie Epperson
Live Wires of the Methodist Church to Present Xmas Pageant
The Live Wires of the Methodist Church South will present a Christmas pageant at the church next Sunday night. Miss Ira Peterson will assist at the piano as these young performers display notable musical ability.
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Methodist Church
South
Ira Peterson
Play promises inspiration and interest for audiences
A local theater group announces a forthcoming play aimed at delivering both entertainment and uplift. The production promises engaging storytelling, memorable performances, and a meaningful message likely to resonate with a wide audience.
Miss Ellen Fullerton Weds Austin Dickson at Brownage Drug Co
On Saturday afternoon at 5 38 Miss Ellen Fullerton a popular pharmacist at the Brownage Drug Co was married to Mr Austin Dickson a member of the State Highway Engineers now located here Miss Dorothy Bickel attended and Jake Harris served as best man The ring ceremony was spoken by Bro Hale Best wishes are extended to the couple.
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Ellen Fullerton
Brownage Drug Co
Austin Dickson
State Highway Engineers
Dorothy Bickel
Thieves Active in Neighborhood Steal Furs Fruit and Turkeys
A local report details recent thefts: Oren Wykoff’s business furs worth about 75 dollars, R A Thurlo’s hidden furs, Chris Hanson’s canned fruit, Clarence Head’s turkeys, and Roy Taylor’s turkeys were taken in one night. Roy Haley warns residents and urges a stop to petty thefts with a possible reward.
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Oren Wykoff
Busness
R. A. Thurlo
Chris Hanson
Clarence Head
Roy Taylor
Farmers Ban Hunting and Trapping on Leased Lands
A community notice lists individuals including Henry Hanman W A Ware W J Cordray Lee Brantner Custer Linhart Herbert Knight Herman Lambert Mrs Rutha Lambert WV P Barclay W V Walker Cecil Walker Albert Maggart John Browning Clark Harmon Elmer Brown Luther Howe JL W Hoskins Roy Smith Lloyd Lambert Mrs Camora Abbott Johnson Van Mairs George Walker Ross Burk Elmer Se vier Andrew Pfeiffer J F L Payne prohibiting hunting and trapping on farms or lands they rent or lease.
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Henry Hanman
W. A. Ware
W. J. Cordray
Lee Brantner
Custer Linhart
Herbert Knight
Herman Lambert
Rutha Lambert
WV. P. Barclay
W. V. Walker
Cecil Walker
Albert Maggart
John Browning
Clark Harmon
Elmer Brown
Luther Howe
JL W. Hoskins
Roy Smith
Lloyd Lambert
Camora Abbott Johnson
van Mairs
George Walker
Ross Burk
Elmer Sevier
Andrew Pfeiffer
J. FL Payne
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P.G. Mullins
James L. Bate
Seattle, Washington
Jarld Dean
Maxwell
Hoquet
Clapp
St. Catherine
Pisse
W.w.’C
Link County
Dickson Fullerton
Roy Haley
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