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Newspaper
Browning Leader Record
Location
Browning, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1924
Page
1
Secretary Mayes urges careful seed oats selection and labeling under Missouri law. Farmers should buy labeled seed with germination data and avoid out of state purchases that offer no protection. Red clover seed imports from Europe raise caution. send samples to the Seed Testing Laboratory in Columbia for analysis.
The Missouri State Board of Agriculture questions seed corn readiness for 1924. Farm readers face concerns about poor postharvest conditions from September to January and the need for germination tests rather than planting seed to guarantee yield.
The Missouri State Board of Agriculture issues a double edged warning on red clover seed. The Agricultural Secretary warns of a big shortage of American grown seed and urges Missouri farmers to avoid European grown clover this spring. Seed dealers are reminded to label origin and indicate European countries if not grown in America.
Samuel M. Jordon of the Missouri State Board of Agriculture recommends a diverse seed mix to create a pasture ready meadow. The plan calls for two pounds each of white and yellow blossom sweet clover Hubham sweet clover red and orchard grass, plus one pound each of Alsie clover and timothy. Recommend sowing twelve to fifteen pounds per acre in a well prepared seed bed, avoiding bluegrass in the mix though including some to influence future pasture pace. The state offers bulletins on Alfalfa Red Clover Sweet Clover Permanent Pastures Weed Control and Seed Bed Preparation.
Brassfield and Son hold a Chester White hog sale at Hale Barn Browning on Saturday February 9. Weather is not to deter buyers as the hogs will be sold. Come and buy.
For sale 70 bushels of timothy seed mixed with clover and 80 or 90 tons of choice timothy hay. Ready for pickup or delivery per buyer's requirements. Includes quantity details and contact options.
Prayer meeting tonight led by the pastor. Sunday features morning and evening preaching with baptism at the evening service if weather permits. L. B. Hargrove, Pastor.
Lance McCormick and Flora Mae Kollasch wed last Thursday in Brookfield with Baptist pastor officiating. The bride, daughter of George Christy, grew up around the community. groom from Linneus, Linn County. They will reside in Linneus after visiting relatives. The Leader Record extends congratulations for a long, happy marriage. The note also mentions Mrs Nellie E Jaynes of east of Purdin and her son B E Runyon. her funeral was at Bear Branch church with burial nearby.
Mr and Mrs C W Gooch and daughter Patricia entertained Sunday at a sumptuous two course one o clock dinner. Guests included Mr and Mrs W B Fields and son Wendell Miss Edith Neet Dr and Mrs W D Grice and son Phillip Bond W L Bond and Dr and Mrs R W Whaley. The day featured pleasant conversation and praise for Mrs Gooch as an excellent cook.
For sale or trade read of farms dwellings and other properties offered by Calhoun and Thornton. Also farm loans at old time rates advertised with contact details and terms.
Mr and Mrs Jay Harvey entertained Sunday with guests including Mr and Mrs J B Harvey Mr and Mrs James Neet and children. The Harveys are praised as ideal hosts and the day is recalled fondly by all attendees.
Clarence Randolph Lawrence was born October 13 1906 and died December 19 1923 in Sullivan County Missouri at age 17. He was the son of George and Maggie Lawrence and leaves his mother three brothers two sisters and many relatives. The poem notes his vacant chair and says he waits with loved ones gone before and sings with the angels on the golden shore.
Mrs Jane Runyon born in Kinnsman Ohio on December 26 1841 died at her Purdin Missouri home February 4 1924 aged 82 years 1 month and 8 days She is survived by one daughter.
Small farm available for rent in part or whole. One Jersey cow is for sale. Seller identified as Mrs. Sola Porter.
We express gratitude to friends neighbors and relatives for kindness and sympathy shown during the death and burial of our husband and father A S Havens. We also thank the Sunday School class for flowers and others for their generosity. Mrs A S Havens and Children.
The document states that James Swisegood will not be responsible for any debts contracted by his wife after she left his home. It asserts separation of financial responsibility due to the wife’s departure.
J W Head announced his plan to run for Sheriff as a Republican in the August primary. He notes his one term in office and strong countywide support, saying a major challenge would be needed to defeat him.
Mrs. W F Peters arrived Sunday from her parents home in Linneus where she found her father in law Mr Gilbert Anderson stricken with paralysis the past Wednesday. Despite repeated minor seizures he is reported to be recovering and was in better spirits when she left. Anderson long operated a farm near Enterprise and many local friends wish his full recovery. Also A C Turner and son Paul of Kansas City were summoned Friday for Turner who suffered a slight paralytic stroke but was able to return home Saturday after being at Mullins ranch in Enterprise township. friends likewise hope for his recovery.
Mark O. Alspach, village blacksmith, apologized for a late subscription payment. The note praises readers who settle debts and notes that many small accounts add up to a substantial sum. Gratitude is extended for his kindness and prompt response.
Lee R McGhee of near Shelby announces a farm sale on Tuesday February 12 at his Browning area farm nine miles southeast of Browning. The sale features horses, mules, cattle, hogs, corn, implements, feed, chickens and other articles.
A severe Arctic snowstorm swept through the region slowing travel and delaying trains. Westbound passenger service from Centerville to Carrollton was canceled while freight moves continued barely on time. Rural carriers faced drifted roads and route disruptions as warmer weather promised relief.
A young narrator describes a domestic week of longing for his mother on a trip. He dictates a letter to the stenographer at the newspaper office while his father works, notes misfires with the worker, reflects on Saturday away from home, and laments chores, dishes, and plans for behaving when his mother returns.
Edward Allen Williams born October 4 1855 near Milan Sullivan County Missouri died February 3 1924 at his Browning home aged 68 years 3 months 29 days He married Emeline V Clem September 3 1880 and had daughter Emma Brassfield He remarried Mary F Atkins February 28 1886 and leaves children J D Burwell James R Williams Mrs J L Crain George F P Williams Mrs H E Therap Morris Williams Funeral held at Kaifong Cemetery with Rev L B Hargrove officiating Families mourn his loss and the yearlong illness public note.
Saturday’s guest Mrs Harvey Dickinson visiting her sister Mrs A A Hayes at Palacios Texas sent a can of fresh oysters to Mr and Mrs J H Calhoun. Sunday they hosted a one o clock dinner at their southwest city home with Mr and Mrs W H Dickinson Harvey Fields and Mr and Mrs Roy M Calhoun and son James attending.
160 acre J W P McQuown farm advertised for immediate sale. Located 5 miles east and 1 mile north of Browning. Priced to sell now. Contact C L McQuown for details.
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