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Newspaper
Browning Leader Record
Location
Browning, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Feb 03, 1916
Page
1
A reflective piece argues we are too busy to live and to care for family and neighbors. It urges simple joys, home equality, regular exercise, and mindful behavior toward children and peers, concluding that real happiness comes from living now rather than postponing.
Pullen's Comedians closed a week's engagement at the Electric Theatre despite unfavorable weather that kept country patrons away. The troupe drew large crowds with top actors and a strong orchestra and will perform this week in Pollock and Unionville and then Linneus next week.
The article argues advertising is not an expense but a necessity for merchants. It urges merchants to invest in advertising to attract customers, citing the example of the Wrigley Gum Company spending millions to sell five cent packs and urging smaller sellers to spend on promotion to revive business.
All January bills due now and payable at Browning Savings. A 10 percent discount on bills over 1.00 if paid by the 10th of the month. No bills will be run over long days. 21 Drowning:Pandin oti
The ceremony united Miss Ara Potter daughter of Elder and Mrs. C. E. Potter with Roy Simpson a young farmer near Shelby. Elder M. Simpson officiated. The couple will reside in Shelby after their wedding at their new home.
The Leader Record acknowledges recent new and renewing members including Harvey Dunkin Kansas City W S Dickey Purdin Fern Street H F Kille route 4 and many others across Kirksville Lamar Rockport and Yaki ma. The note thanks all donors and reads like a community tribute.
The College of Agriculture reports char a test on fence posts shows charring fails to extend life for willow cottonwood hackberry basswood and several maples. White cedar and composite alternatives cost more but offer durability. Some species like black walnut hedge and locust show better results though tests vary. Interment notes reference Murray obit with survivors and burial at Forest Hill Cemetery.
The P. E. O. group met last week at Mrs Lo Whaley’s new residence with twelve members present. After business, the literary program featured Solomon Lincoln and other pieces such as David Warnerfield and Roosevelt. Refreshments were served, and attendees departed content with a pleasant evening.
A harsh Saturday with icy ground hampered city merchants after a long dry period. Traffic was difficult and local business faced a tough day as residents braved treacherous conditions.
A classified notice announces farms of various sizes for sale with a deadline of March 16. The text emphasizes agricultural parcels available for purchase or exchange. It notes multiple farm options and invites inquiries.
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