Miss Helen Lee Wed to Phillip J Schmitt in Cedar Rapids
Judge Virgil Lee and Mrs. Lee announce the marriage of their daughter Helen to Phillip J. Schmitt of Cedar Rapids Iowa on February 22 1947 at Saint Patrick's Rectory Cedar Rapids The attendants were Rose Kubic and W L Graham Cedar Rapids Those in attendance included groom's family from Freeport Illinois and Cedar Rapids teachers and business associates The bride teaches in Cedar Rapids public schools and the groom works for Cherry Manufacturing Company They will reside in Cedar Rapids
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Virgil Lee
Purdin
Helen
Phillip J. Schmitt
Cedar Rapids
Iowa
Father Peters
Saint Patrick’s
Rose B. Kubic
W. L Graham
Freeport
Ilino’s
Thomson
Nedrow
Miss Lee
Business Associates
Schmitt
Cherry Manufacturing Company
Meadville Couple Announce Daughter June Belcher’s Engagement
Mr and Mrs Ola Belcher of Meadville announce the engagement of their daughter June to Mr Eugene Coble son of Mr and Mrs Leslie Coble of Coffeyville Kansas. The marriage will take place in early spring.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ola Belcher
Meadville
June
Eugene Coble
Leslie Coble
Coffeyville
Kansas
Browning School Hosts Second Amateur Program
The Browning School held its second annual amateur program on Friday night February 21. Twenty numbers included readings vocal and instrumental pieces and stunts. Awards: first Moore for a musical stunt second Ronald Jacobs vocal solo third unnamed. Net proceeds 52.40 with 33.12 after expenses. The Faculty thanks contestants and helpers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Browning School
Audiencc
Moore
Ronald Jacobs
Democratic Mass Meeting at White Oak Schoolhouse
A Democratic mass meeting will be held at White Oak Schoolhouse on Wednesday March 12 at 2 p m to nominate a Democratic Township ticket for Duncan Township by order of the committee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
White Oak
Duncan Township
Browning Methodist Church announces March 2 1947 services
Interim minister Bryan L. Hansford leads Browning Methodist Church with The Methodist Hour on WDAF at 7 30 A M Bishop A Frank Smith preaches 10 00 A M Church School 11 00 A M Morning Worship 6 30 P M Youth Fellowship 7 30 P M Evening Service 8 30 P M Singspiration and Fireside. Let the Word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Methodist Hour
WDAF
A. Frank Smith
Methodist Youth Fellowship
Christ
Valentine Party At Schrock Church Hosted By General Purpose Club
The General Purpose Club held a Valentine Party at Schrock Church on February 13 with about thirty five attendees including John Oliver who recorded voices and played back records. The County Agent spoke and showed two reels of Missouri health and scenery pictures. Refreshments of cherry pie sandwiches and cocoa were served and the next meeting plans are announced for February 27 hosted by Mrs Helen Oliver.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Valentine
Schrock
John Oliver
Missouri
Helen Oliver
C. R
Mystery Man at Electric Theatre Adds Western Thrills
Hopalong Cassidy clashes with Bud Trilling in Holbrook as Trilling’s bank raid nets a bold cattle rustle plan. Cassidy, California, and Jimmy Reger trace the mastermind though Trilling’s clever disguise. The scheme unravels and Trilling is captured ending his crime spree.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bill Boyd
Hopalong Cassity
Bud Trilling
Trilling
Hopalong Cassidy
Bre
Hopalong
California
Andy Clyde
Jimmy Reger
Holbrook
Triling
Hoppy
Heeppy
Texas
Post 214 Legin Joint Meeting Friday Night
Members are asked to be present at the joint meeting on Friday night February 23 at 7 30 with 3 District Commander Bernese introducing E A War ren State Asst A Covered dish lunch Szclede Mo Post guests include President of Auxiliary Mrs Carl Drake and Commission Legion Atkins
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Post
Legin
Bernese
E. A. Warren
Szclede
For Sale Boone sted oats
For sale oats at $1.00 per bushel. Seller is F. L. Thomas of North Salem.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boone Sted Oats
F. L. Thomas
North Salem
Mares to Be Sold at Auction This Saturday
Eight year old black mares sold at auction weighing 2800 pounds. The event features a notable pair from Otto Johnson’s stable and is set for Saturday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maers
Otto Johnson
Locust Valley Church to Host Rev. L B Hargrove Sermons
Locust Valley Baptist Church will host Rev. L B Hargrove of Sedalia to preach on March 2 and March 16, with services both morning and evening. Everyone is warmly invited to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Locust Valley Baptist Church
L. B. Hargrove
Sedalia
Ameri can Legion Edges Laclede In Tight High School Clash
The Ameri can Legion basketball team defeated Laclede 35 to 32 at the High School Gym in a closely contested Sunday game. Browning led early and late, Moore scored 18, Crooks 11, with Grice J and Nickell among others contributing as Ovid Atkins’s squad extended a strong season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Legion
Laclede
Browning
Moore
Crooks
Grice
Brookshier
Christy
P. Grice
E. Nickell
Ovid Atkins
Pleasant Grove Church Announces Sunday Service Sermon
Pleasant Grove Evangelistic United Brothern Church announces Sunday School at 10:00 A M Grace Woodside September morning worship at 11:00 with services at 3:00 PM Dr Claude H Crandall Conference Superintendent will speak Quarterly conference to follow All members urged to attend
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grace Woodside
Claude H. Crandall
Ladies pinafores and sister styles with prices
Print, gingham, lawn or voile pinafores in sizes 12 to 20 priced at 3.00. Print or striped seersucker and chambray at 3.98. Sister styles 2 to 8 priced at 1.98. Mail picture for style to Box 57 RFD 1 Browning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Browning
Purdin Methodist Circuit Announces Special Morning Worship
The Purdin Methodist Circuit invites all to Morris Chapel for morning worship next Sunday with Minister W. H. Hansford and a sermon by Bishop A. Frank Smith at 7 30 AM during the Methodist Hour.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Purdin Methodist Circuit
W. H. Hansford
Morris Chapel
A. Frank Smith
Mrs B J Lambert Observes 80th Birthday
Mrs B J Lambert celebrated her 80th birthday with relatives and friends at their home on Saturday February 22. The gathering included Ellis Abbott Milton Moore and many Lambert relatives. Cards were played and light refreshments served as the group wished Mr Lambert many more happy birthdays.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. J. Lambert
Ellis Abbott
Milton Moore
Elis Abbott
Amo
Cutter
Leah
Irah Lembert
Mollie Cordray
Custer Linhart
Vernon
County Court Notice for Petitions Final Filing Date
All residents in the county roads district under the King Bill must file petitions with the County Clerk by March 15 1947 the final filing date. For more information call the County Clerk Sullivan County Court Henry Rhodes Clerk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sulliven County Court
Henry Rhoeds
Go Forth Baptist Sunday School Class Party
Mr and Mrs Merril Peterzon hosted the Go Forth Baptist Sunday School class on February 19 the evening featured a covered dish dinner business discussion and a singing of the theme song followed by parlor games several members were absent and invited all Baptist churchgoers to join and attend monthly gatherings
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Merril Peterzon
Baptist Go-Forth
Gene
Ant Bae
H. J. Neet
Michael
Earl Johnson
Beverly
Edgar Carter
Baptist
Mullinix Reappointed Browning School Superintendent
At Browning School District board meeting Tuesday evening F. L. Mullinix accepted another year as Superintendent of Schools. He is commended for untiring efforts in school management and the board says it is fortunate to have him leading Browning Schools.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Browning
Board of Education
F. L. Mullinix
Browning Dstrict
Mullinix
Gravel paving appeal for Shafter route to Mt Olive Church
Special notice urges those who will profit from graveling the road from the back top east through Shafter to Mt Olive Church and cemetery to contribute to W. R. Phillips in Purdin Mo. Residents along the route have funded half the needed amount and all money must be in the bank by April 1.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shafter
Mt. Olive Church and Cemetery
W. R. Phillips
Purdin
Nickell Family Hosts Friday Night Supper Club
Mr and Mrs Earl Nickell entertained the Friday Night Supper Club on February 20 to celebrate Earl's birthday. After a covered dish meal the group played bridge and pitch. Prizes went to Mrs Rosalie Nickell for high score and 80 Honors, with Mrs Hazel Montgomery taking the consolation prize.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Earl Nickell
Earl
Rosalie Nickell
Hazel Montgomery
Jimmie Nickell
Judy
Noel Bennett
Clinton
Beverly
Ben Law
Charles
Sharon
Leon Montgomery
Terry
Jimmie
Mac Montgomery
Ray Maggart
Carl Head
J. B. Rhodes
Harry Bill
Jones Taxi Ready to Serve with Two Cars and Drivers
Jones Taxi advertises readiness for service with two cars and drivers standing by. The message confirms available fleet and personnel for immediate transport needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jones
Paul R Cassity Dies in San Francisco
Paul R. Cassity born July 19 1884 near Purdin Missouri died February 22 1947 at his San Francisco home He served as a Navy radio operator in World War II He is survived by his wife three children Beverly Paul Jr and Marilyn his parents Mr and Mrs W H Cassity of Purdin one brother Guy Cassity of San Francisco and several relatives including Etta Bivens Bernice McLendon and Nira Myers along with other kin and friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paul R. Cavity
W. H. Cassity
Purdin
Missouri
San Francisco
California
Beverly
Paul Jr
Marilyn
The
Hem
W. H. Casity
Guy Cassity
Sin Francisco
Etta Bivens
Brookid
Bernice McLendon
Oakland
Nira Myers
Freeport
Louisiana
Wesleyan Service Guild February Meeting Held at Mrs Oma’s Home
The Wesleyan Service Guild met for February at Mrs. Oma’s home. Mrs. Vena Wade led the worship while several members were absent due to extreme cold. Lila Williams won the social hour prize as the group enjoyed refreshments and companionship with guests Mildred Atkins Cynthia and Judy Moore.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wesleyan Service Guild
Oma
Vena Wade
Lila Go
Marge
Lila Williams
Mary Smith
Velma Jenving
Jennie Lumden
Ila Nvis
Beverly Moore
Leona Harris
Lillian Bennett
Mildred Atkins
Cynthia
Judy Moore
Farm Dayton Street Sells 160 Acre Jackson Township Farm
Purchased Farm Dayton Street has sold his 160 acre Jackson township farm to Fred Ludwig amid a private sale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dayton Street
Jackson Township
Fred Ludwig
Late John Abby sale of household goods and tools
The personal property of the late John Abby will be sold including household goods and garden tools. The notice urges attendance this coming Saturday March 1 at Purdin Missouri.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Abby
Scout Tournament Set For Galt March 5 6 7
Scout basketball event to be held in Galt at the school building on March 5 6 and 7. Browning Scouts A and B teams play at 7 and 8 pm on the 5th against Milan and Spickard. Scout Master Gerald Wade seeks car volunteers to transport Scouts to Galt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Galt
Browning
Milan
Spickard
Gerald Wade
Cinderella Club Bridge Dinner Hosted by Mrs Thurlo
Cinderella Party hosted by Mrs Eugene Thurlo at her parents home on a Tuesday evening. Guests included Mrs Millinix and Miss Gerry Newell with a long list of members. High score went to Mrs T Johnson, low score to Mrs T S Bartow, traveling prize to Mrs Carl Drake. hankerchief shower for Fugere Thurlo as she moves to Bethany.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eugene Thurlo
Cinderella Club
C. W. Gooch
Millinix
Gerry Newell
Ted Brantner
Edgar Carter
T. L. Bartow
Ray Gooch
Jerry Jennings
O. T. Johnson
Robert Moore
Joe Nevins
A. G. Thurlo
Gerald Ware
Lewis Wood
Carl Drake
T. Johnson
T. S. Bartow
Carl
Fugere Thurlo
Bethany
1935 Chevrolet truck for sale Concord harness Curt Bagley
Short wheelbase 1935 Chevrolet truck offered by Curt Bagley of Purdin Missouri. Includes a few spotted broad saws and is described as good work, with sale locally in Concord.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Poland
Concord
Curt Bagley
Purdin
Neff Radio Service Advertises Brookfield Shop
Radio service with complete care for radio needs stocks of tubes and batteries and radios. Located at 16S Main St Brookfield Missouri contact phone 587 for service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Neff Radio Service
Main St
Brookfield
Missouri
Seed oats and livestock offered for sale by Guy Tornow
700 bushels of Boone seed oats in excellent condition, one yearling white face bull, and one Remington Automatic shotgun, as new. Seller: Guy Tornow, Purdie Mo 2t.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Guy Tornow
Purdie Mo
Wesleyan Service Guild Hosts 108th Washington Tea
The Wesleyan Service Guild held its eighth annual Washington Tea at Mrs. Robert Moore’s home on Friday afternoon February 21. Guests from nearby towns attended as pupils of the High School performed a musical program under Mrs. Lena Kenley, with solos and group numbers led by local students and teachers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wesleyan Service Guild
Washington
Robert Moore
Nelie Seaman
J. T. Nevins
Lena Kenley
Shortenin’ Bread
Richard Mundell
Jeans Bartow
Gene Carter
Junius Mundell
Carol Dodson
Merilie Schrock
Cynthia Moore
My Lord Deliver Daniel
Gene Bartow
Saralou Schrock
Carman Hedges
Eventide
Saralou Schr
Bide A Wee Club Dinner Features Prizes for High Score
Mr and Mrs C W Gooch hosted the Bide A Wee Club on February 20 with a two course dinner. Attendees included Mr and Mrs J B Bolling Mr and Mrs H C Bailey Mr and Mrs C B Fleming Dr W D Grice Mr and Mrs F L Mullinix Mr and Mrs Gerald Wade Mr and Mrs T L Bartow Miss Gerry Newell and the hosts. Favors for high score were awarded to Mrs Bailey and Mr Mullinix and the traveling prize went to Mrs Wade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. W. Gooch
J. B. Bolling
H. C. Bailey
C. B. Fleming
W. D. Grice
F. L. Mullinix
Gerald Wade
White kitchen cabinet near new in Brown ing Missouri
A single line classified item listing notes a white kitchen cabinet in almost new condition offered by Joe Curisty of Brown ing Missouri.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joe Curisty
Browning, Mo
Farm For Sale Near Brown ing On Rural Route 3
Improved 120 acre farm for sale with possession March 1 located 3 miles south and east of Brown ing on Rural Route 3. For information contact A e Bis Ingraham or Calhoun, B Mi.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Browning
Seed Oats and Smooth Mouth Work Horse for Sale
About 200 bushels of Boone Seed Oats and a smooth mouth work horse offered by A Worley in Browning Missouri.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boone
A. Worley
Browning, Mo
Joe's Radio Shop Ad In Brookfield
A local business listing for Joe's Radio Shop at 332 East Helm Street in Brookfield Missouri announces phone contact 1112. It advertises radios and related parts and services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joe’s Radio Shop
G. P. Club Report Sees All Day Session Despite Weather
The G. P. Club met January 23 with seven members and one visitor due to bad roads. Members collected used clothing for a war torn family and sent a $25 donation to the March of Dimes. A valentines roll call was planned and the next meeting, a Valentine Party at Schrock Church, was set for February 13 with sandwiches, cherry pie and cocoa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
General Purpose Club
G. P. Club
Wade Watson
Schrock Church
Linn County Plans 22nd Soils and Crops Conference
The Linn County Soils and Crops Meeting committee met at the Linneus Courthouse to plan the 22nd annual conference on February 28 at 10:00 am. Chairman Harold Thorne and others emphasized cooperation with the County Extension Service, a farmer audience, and a lunch served by the Farm Bureau committee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Linn County
Linneus
Harold Thorne
Price Hoskins
Donald Sensentaffer
Joe Edens
Everett Boyles
County Extension Service
Linn
Moffett
Thorne
Birthday Dinner Honoring John and Leon Vincent
Mr and Mrs George Taylor hosted a Sunday birthday dinner at one o clock for John Vincent born the 23rd and Leon Vincent born the 22nd. Attendees included Mr and Mrs John Vincent of near St Catharine, Mr and Mrs Harold Elliott of Chillicothe, and Mr and Mrs Loren Vincent with their children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Taylor
John Vincent
Leon Vincent
Near St. Catharine
Harold Elliott
Chillicothe
Loren Vincent
Brookfield Couple Welcome Baby Girl Born February 17
Mr and Mrs Gerald Guy of Brookfield announce the birth of a daughter at a local hospital on February 17. The mother is the granddaughter of Mrs D B Hunter and the family resides in the Hunter home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gerald Guy
Brookfield
That City
Guy
D. B. Hunter
Hunter
Birth of Howard Eugene Jones in Kirksville
Howard Eugene arrived at Grim-Smith Hospital in Kirksville on February 21 at 3 08 PM weighing 8 pounds 6 ounces. He is the son of Mr and Mrs Norman Jones of 420 West Harrison Kirksville Missouri. Mrs Jones is remembered as Miss Inez Lambert daughter of Mr and Mrs G E Lambert.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Howard Eugene
Grim-Smith Hospital
Kirksville
Norman Jones
W. Harrison St
Jones
Inez
G. E Lambert
Baby John Robert Born Near Purdin
Near Purdin, proud parents announce the birth of a 9 lb baby boy named John Robert born February 18 with Dr. McArtor as attending physician.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Purdin
John Robert
McArtor
Friendly Neighbors Club Meets for February Luncheon
The Friendly Neighbors Extension Club met February 12 at Mrs. Carl Tapscott’s home. Ten members and two visitors attended. They shared a dish luncheon, sang, and discussed dinner sharing on wash day. A comforter near completion was noted and birthday gifts were exchanged. The next meeting is February 26 at Mrs. Cecil McGhee’s.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Friendly Neighbors Club
Friendly Neighbors Extension Club
Carl Tapscott
Herbert Coram
Earl Stone
Irvin Smith
June Carroll
Elonzo Schreckhise
Also Mentioned on This Page
Miss Helen Lee
P. J. Schmitt
Man
Electric Theatre
Pres Dent
Auxiliary
Legion
Atkins
Pleasant Grove
Francisco
Boone Seed Oats
L. M. Kimbrouge
Purdin, Mo
R.A. Moore
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