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Newspaper
Browning Leader Record
Location
Browning, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1924
Page
1
Missouri Extension reports certified seed potatoes from Northern Ireland and Early Irish Cobbler excel in Missouri fields. Demonstrations show average yields of 25 marketable potatoes per hill, with higher quality and disease resistance versus home or uncertified seed.
Seller promotes eggs for hatching from Rhode Island Reds at one dollar per setting or per hundred. Claims a fine flock and invites customers to inspect. Mention of L. W. Bingham and Glenn Hooker connected with Shryack Whale Grocer Co in Kirksville.
Agricultural expert R L Waddell from Mission College of Agriculture advises starting lambs on grain at two weeks old to boost early growth. Feed a clean trough with small, frequent portions using a mixture of corn bran and other seeds. monitor for fatness as ewes provide milk.
H L Kemper of the Missouri College of Agriculture warns against feeding baby chicks before fifty hours old. They begin with a light grain scatter, then chick feed, and progressive rations. Provide boiled eggs and bread crumbs later, with dry containers and a chalky dry litter bed for the brooder.
Chas M Thornton and M N Adamson swap their 239 acre Marceline farm for Brit Hilburn and family’s 400 acre Hilburn farm near Hinton Oklahoma. The Marceline property boasts modern improvements and is highly regarded. The Hilburns went to Oklahoma to ready stock for their move.
In Flagstone British Columbia dated Feb 17 1924 Mrs Ora McCabe writes to Mr Joe Nickell Browning Maine enclosing five dollars to renew her Leader Record subscription. She notes she has missed renewal deadlines but has not missed any copies and thanks the recipient.
The schedule notes teachers' examination on Friday and Saturday March 7 and 8 at Brookfield High School. Also a school board meeting Friday March 7 at 1 30 p m at the New Adams Building Brookfield. County superintendent J F Hort enastine referenced.
The Farmers Store invites customers to a cash emphasis demonstration on Saturday March lat. The event promises savings and attention to cash transactions, with shoppers encouraged to bring money to explore discounts and quick deals.
The Baptist Ladies Aid will hold a home cooking sale at Harvey and Neet's Hardware on Saturday. They will offer pies cakes and a variety of other homemade pastries along with canned goods.
Mrs Hinda Rush entertained at her home with a one o clock Sunday dinner honoring Mrs Haninig of Humphreys and Miss Alice Hush of Ottumwa Town. Guests included Miss Alice Rush Dr Haning and Mr and Mrs Fleming and Mr and Mrs W H Davis. Monday she hosted a 12 o'clock dinner for guests Vane Thurlow Miss Hagel Cox Mrs Melia Thurlow and Miss Alice Rush.
Mr and Mrs J H Calhoun entertained at their hospitable home with a one o clock dinner on Sunday February 24. Guests included Mr and Mrs J D Lay and daughter Ruth and Mr and Mrs J N Neet and daughter Nona Clair. The Calhouns are ideal entertainers and the day will be long remembered by those present.
On Monday February 25 Clarence Head turned 33. His wife and Mrs J G Nickell organized a surprise at his home four miles north of town. About fifty guests arrived. popcorn cake peaches and whipped cream marked a merry evening as friends departed wishing many more birthdays.
A Ms May Cooney writes from Chillicothe Missouri on February 21 1924 to Mr Nickell saying she mailed money to ensure her home newspaper subscription and prefers it to coffee for breakfast, signed sincerely Mra May Cooney.
Attention ladies the Farmers Store announces arrival of a new line of dress goods with new materials and patterns. Shop now for the latest styles.
M. E. Church South notes announce preaching services at Kaifong Church Sunday morning at 11 a m Marchend and in Browning.
At 7 30 in the evening the young peoples meeting met Tuesday night March 4 with strong turnout despite winter weather. The last gathering drew 110 attendees. Pastor James L. Bate urges everyone to return with pie for a good time.
Shoppers favor the new Queen quality ox fords and pumps on display. The Farmers Store reports strong interest in the Percale Morning Dresses and related footwear among customers who have seen the new arrivals.
A letter from Jan Nickell of Browning Missouri dated February 24 1924 encloses three dollars for subscription to the Leader-Record. The writer pledges continued support and signs B Thompson with respectful regards.
Neatly made hats and caps for men in several styles. They are new and crafted from gayly printed percales. Ask to see them.
Walter Crooks offers two well improved farms for rent near Browning Missouri separated by a public road. One farm comprises 180 acres and the other 360 acres. Route 1 listings invite interested tenants to inquire locally.
The Farmers Store announces new sample books for men featuring updated styles and girdles. Readership is invited to view the latest suiting options and shop for tailored garments.
Mrs. Virgie Haggard of Browning Missouri found her half brother Fred Menefee of Hannibal Missouri after 25 years apart. The reunion was arranged by their brother-in-law and sister-in-law A A Couch and Mrs Couch in Browning. Menefee, a Hannibal furniture merchant, learned their mother was alive in Washington and hopes to meet her soon.
Local ad proclaims lower prices at The Farmers 4 and hints at broader savings across goods. Shoppers urged to visit the market for rock bottom deals and limited time discounts.
For sale or trade, farms dwellings and other properties listed. Also farm loans at old time rates available. Calhoun and Thornton handle the arrangements.
For sale White Wyandotte eggs for hatching. Contact Mrs. F. J. Alspach at phone 128. Three songs referenced.
On Washington's Birthday 37 years ago a wedding joined two prominent locals. Mr and Mrs VanSeggan celebrated with intimate friends at noon with a lavish dinner. Guests included Mrs Stevenson and family. The note ends with a girl’s diary entries about soap sales and a rough start to a career, mentioning two sales orders and a rejection.
Diary notes week with golfing talk and family interactions then shifts to Missouri road spending. The state to spend 13 million on primary and secondary roads including cross state link from Kansas City to St. Louis. Boonville bridge completion planned by May at 500000 dollars along the Missouri river. Sand contract for concrete roads awarded to save costs.
Missouri's historic Columns in Columbia center were nearly removed in 1894 as the campus expanded. A plea by a former Board of Curators president saved the six Gothic stone pillars, which date to 1840 and now serve as a link between the old and new university sections.
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