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Newspaper
Browning Leader Record
Location
Browning, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1920
Page
1
The column blurs into reflections on freedom and Bolshevism, warns against wandering tramps, argues for careful voting and party loyalty, jokes about manners and smile power, notes social disagreements over chickens, laments immigration pressure, and previews local cinema and church services alongside oddities, obituaries, and a strawberry note from neighbors.
Manna Hamilton talked of attending the Chicago convention and boasted of always being in the king row. He may go Saturday and plans to see the entire show. Also an advert for a power sheep shearing machine by Chas. C. Williams and Edwin Martin offering skilled shearing services.
The communication covers rising costs and price adjustments for printing and publishing, including ink and paper, and notes a price hike on subscriptions. It mentions a new Franklin Price List, higher postages, and potential subscriber rate increases. The Wool Pool notes urge contract submissions and discuss wool sales timing and committee plans led by Ross Nichols, County Agent.
Word came last week that Dr W T Stephenson of Kirksville died May 27 at his Kirksville home. Interment Sunday. He practiced in the city for many years and was well known by older readers. his death saddens many old friends. Linn County Wool Pool dates set for June 28 through July 3 with meetings planned to finalize pooling sites and contracts. Read bank statements from Peoples Bank and Farmers Bank of North Salem in this issue. banks expanding and enjoying customer confidence. Advertisers and local merchants urging patronage. Browning commerce touted as one of the best towns on earth.
The Wool Market notes a later-than-usual timeline this year but stresses handling it to the best possible advantage. A.C. Turner comments on the approach and anticipated outcomes.
Rev Wanless of Linneus will fill his regular appointment at the M E Church Sunday morning and night All are cordially invited to hear him.
Crain's Drug Store states it will install a fountain for soft drinks and ice cream by Saturday. It promises to offer high quality beverages and ice cream using top grade ingredients and aims to meet the demand for cooling healthful drinks as warm weather approaches.
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