Tragic Winigan Triple Tragedy Claims Kathleen Cleeton
Kathleen Cleeton died in a car crash near Winigan when a tire blew out causing the sedan to overturn. Miss Opal Jones and Helen Jones were injured though not seriously. the Cleeton girl was ten years old and enduring fatal injuries. The family mourns after a long line of losses with a funeral held in Winigan.
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Winigan Hhautauqua
Opal Jones
Helen
Kathleen Cleeton
Mr. Jones
Chaplin School
Winigan
John Arnold
Chas, Tasman
Miss Jones
Kathleen, Cleeton
Floyd Cleeton
Jones
Cleeton
Owasco
Baker
Baptist Church
Car Turned On Side After Turn Near Winigan
On Sunday afternoon July 26 Alden Thrasher Burl Hoskins Miss Genevie Wyatt and Miss Bernice Crist were riding two miles north of Winigan The car driven by Miss Wyatt turned onto its side after hitting a sandy turn The occupants were spilled but escaped injury due to the slow speed and a gentle throw out It is believed Miss Wyatt briefly turned to talk to passengers behind her causing the steering to turn.
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Alden Thrasher
Burl Hoskins
Genevie Wyatt
Bernice Crist
Winigan
Candidate for Prosecuting Attorney Seeks Republican Nomination
A Sullivan County candidate announces pursuit of the Republican nomination for Prosecuting Attorney in the upcoming August 5 primary. He cites business duties preventing countywide canvassing and requests informed support from voters.
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Sullivan County
Letter from U A House announcing candidacy
In a brief political message U A House declares his candidacy and asks voters to support him or opponent Mr. Eubanks based on who serves the people better. He signs the note with polite appreciation.
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Mr. Eubanks
Eubanks
U. A. House
Farm for Sale Near Browning Under Estate Settlement
80 acre G. W. Morelock farm two miles northwest of Browning near the school with good buildings and wells. Terms may be arranged for a portion over a term of years at 6 percent interest. Interested parties contact oe W. Smith, Administrator.
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G. W. Morelock
Browning
Oe W. Smith
Letter from former Browningite on life in Missouri
A reader from Norwood Missouri dated July 27 1924 sends $1.50 for the paper and praises local fruit and climate. She notes she is with Mrs Adams nee Jessee and enjoys country life in South Missouri.
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Norwood
Adams
Jessee
Correction on C. C. Anspach’s former role
A correction states that in last week’s issue the article misidentified C. C. Anspach of Pollock as longtime manager of Long-Bell Lumber Co. He served as assistant manager for five years while a candidate for Sullivan County sheriff in the Republican primary.
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C. C. Anspach
Pollock
Sullivan County
Long-Bell Lumber Co
Roomers or Boarders Wanted in Browning Residence
Mrs Clara Hanman seeks two or three steady boarders or rooms for light housekeeping at the Judge Fleming residence Browning Route 3. She plans to move in before school and invites responses in town on Saturdays. Phone 2 songs 2 shorts 144.
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Judge Fleming
Browning
Clara Hanman
Boy Struck by Bat Receives Surgery After Injury
Donald Miller twelve year old son of Rev Miller of Linneus was struck in the head by a ball bat. The blow fractured his skull. he was taken to a Brookfield hospital and then to St Joseph where an operation was performed and he is recovering.
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Donald
Miller
Linneus
Brookfield
St. Joseph
Citizens State Bank Browning Missouri A Strong Future
Statement by a bank organizer praising Citizens State Bank Browning Missouri for its cleanliness solvency and liquid condition. The speaker notes diligent effort to hire capable managers and expresses confidence the bank will grow into a leading local institution.
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Citizens State Bank
Browning
Missouri
Relatives Meet At Bailey’s Sunday Barnyard Golf Enjoyed
A Sunday gathering at C W Bailey’s home brought relatives neighbors and friends together for a large dinner in the maple grove. Afterward the group played barnyard golf with many present including George and Betty Smith John Tripp Donnie Tripp Emma Crow Sarah Moore and families. all said they would return to Bailey’s.
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C.w.bailey
Maple Grove
George Smith
Betty Smith
John Tripp
Donnie Tripp
Emma Crow
Sarah, Moore
John, Tucker
Dee ‘Smith
Walter Smith
Lester Smith
Frank, Smith
Ed Smith
A. T. Smith
Roll Smith
Ben Wyatt
Bill Sill
Ben Denny
Ben Almond
Versie Pearler
Ester Head
Ida Addcox
Thelma Deskins
Clay Moore
John
Lon Smith
Mr. Bailey's
Dearing to head cashier role at reformed Peoples Bank Browning
Frank Dearing leaves Green City to assume cashier duties at the re organized Peoples Bank in Browning. The bank, formerly under State Finance Department control, reopens mid week with $22 000 in stock subscribed locally. The Dearings plan to move after the first of next month and remain active in community service.
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Frank Dearing
Browning
Peoples Bank
State Finance Department
Dearing
Dearings
J. Frank Dearing
Green
Christian Church
Board of Education
Green City Orchestra
Sullivan County
American National Bank
Mutual Bank
Greencastle
City National Bank
Green City Press
Visiting Old Friends Here Dr and Mrs Bert Trippeer Return Visit
Dr and Mrs Bert Trippeer of Jacksonville Illinois were guests of relatives in Purdin and Linneus Tuesday. They are well known locally as the Doctor practiced here about twenty years and remain popular. They visit hometown friends during vacations while maintaining their Jacksonville position.
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Bert Trippeer
Jacksonville
Purdin and
Linneus
County Central Committee Adopts Two Member Township Committees
At a Milan Mills meeting on July 28 1924 the County Central Committee approved a resolution for Sullivan County Republican voters. Each township will elect one man and one woman as committeemen and committeewomen based on the highest vote totals. The change complies with 1923 Session Act sections cited. By order of the committee.
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County Central Committee
Milan
Sullivan County
Koon M D Eye Ear Nose and Throat Office Hours
G A Koon offers eye ear nose and throat care and glasses fitting with office hours 9 to 12 and 1 to 5. Office phone 772 and residence 192 J Frances Building Brookfield Missouri.
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J. Frances Building
Brookfield
Missouri
Baptist Church Notes at Locust Valley Meeting
Regular business meeting tonight invites members to help with church matters. Locust Valley church progress noted with souls being saved, as pastor L. B. Hargrove guides the flock.
New Citizens State Bank Opens After Reorganization
On April 29 the Peoples Bank of this city was closed by state bank examiner McElwain. He took charge and efforts moved toward consolidation and reorganization. Directors praised depositors for patience and fair dealing as shares sold to fund the new bank. Joe Nickell elected president, J R Kenley VP, E M Lambert 2nd VP. J Frank Dearing named cashier. The Citizens State Bank opened Tuesday with new bookkeeping, fresh interiors, and plans for safe, modern operation.
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Peoples Bank of
State Bank Examiner
Joe McElwan
Bnt
James Neet
J.b.storie
H. C. Bailey
W.E. Duckworth
B. J. Laubert
Mr. McElwain
W.s.neet
J.R. Kenley
W.P. Nickell
E.M. Lambert
Joe Nickell
J.r.kenley
E. MI. Lambert
J.frank Dearing
Green City
S. P. Carr
Esshier
McTlvain
Citizens State Bank
Bak
Joe McElwain
Joe
Browning
Fall hat clearance at The Style Shop $3.50
The Style Shop announces a final clearance of all summer hats and felts in all shades priced at 3.50. This sale aims to make room for fall stock and offers a limited time opportunity for customers to purchase hats at a reduced price.
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The
Style Shop
Visited Childhood Home by Lewis Long
Mr and Mrs Lewis Long returned Thursday from Sterling NL with Mr and Mrs Eddie Marvin and their old Clinton home. Long had not seen the birthplace for fifty six years and could not locate the house as the city now covers the farm. He met many relatives and finds Illinois corn crop better than Missouri.
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Lewis Long
Sterling
Eddie Marvin
Clinton
Mr. Long
Meadville Chautauqua draws crowds this August
The editor received a complimentary ticket to the Meadville Chautauqua to be held in Meadville from August 23 to 31. Organized twenty years ago the association has grown every year and now attracts thousands seeking rest and engaging programs. the event promises top offerings and large turnout.
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Meadville Chautauqua
Meadville
Eatone Weds Maud Pulliam and Earl Stone
Eatone Weds Maud Pulliam and Earl Stone in Linneus on July 24, 1924. Rev. E M Capp of the Methodist Episcopal church officiated. The bride Maud Pulliam of Pur din is a Southwest Bell employee, daughter of Willard and Mrs. Pulliam. The groom Ott Stone is local, a respected young man. They will live on a farm near the city and are wished a long, happy life.
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Eatone
Maud Pulliam Earl Stone
Maud Pulliam
Purdin
Linneus
E.m.capp
Methodist Episcopal Church
South
Willard Pulliam
Southwest Bell Telephone Company
Ott Stone
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Citizens State Bank O. K
Grant
Neether
Emmy
Tigers
Ant Emmy
Wensday
D.k.milton
G. A. Koon, M. D
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