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Newspaper
Browning Leader Record
Location
Browning, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1926
Page
1
K G Harman of the Missouri College of Agriculture says soybean cultivation starts before planting and continues soon after. With a well prepared weed free seed bed beans emerge in days, then are harrowed diagonally and again to break crust. Two to three shallow cultivations keep the crop progressing without ridging.
Missouri farmer leaders at a Polk County conference in Bolivar warned that uncontrollable factors like rainfall temperatures and diseases plus volatile markets threaten farming. They urged a uniform marketing system to avoid economic social disaster as farmers increasingly struggle to purchase manufactured goods while production remains tied to fluctuating demand.
The text argues that government expenditures claimed to aid farmers through crop statistics, market reports and investigations are largely exploited by those who profit from farmer efforts. It critiques annual material as being diverted rather than directly benefiting farmers.
Road maintenance workers report Benton township has a near total peach tree bloom this year with abundant cherries and apricots also in good supply, a contrast to recent years.
Notice declares residence properties for sale at bargain prices along with town properties and farms for exchange. Promises money at the lowest rate. Includes Calhoun and Thornton as the listing parties.
R G Shouse of Purdin Missouri offers two registered yearling Hereford bulls for sale. Each bull comes with registration papers and health records on request. Buyer can arrange testing or viewing by appointment.
The notice thanks QO M Phillips M W Williams Geo Hooker E C McKenzie Mrs C W Bailey Mrs L V Howell W F Palmer Glen Gooch W F Stone J B Taylor D A Peery B T Jolley D H C Lambert Mrs Laura Thudhum J M Smith J T Brown by Al Brown George C Jaynes and R M Mc Collum for subscription favors. It expresses gratitude that a country newspaper survives through such support.
Dr Palm arrives Tuesday at 10 36 June 8 at Owl Pharmacy Browning to fit glasses. Service offered with low prices and a five year guarantee through the next day.
Memorial Day was observed in Claude Myers Post city with cemetery salutes by Legion members in the morning. A Main Street gathering featured a concert program in City Park with Master of Ceremonies Miss Albertine Clay, readings by Miss Lora Stufflebean, a song by King Carter, and an oration by Mayor Vane C Thurlo.
Memorial Day observances at White Oak Grove church featured cemetery cleanup by local volunteers, graves decorated, a Bible sermon by J. W. Hoskins, and a large midday dinner prepared by local women. In the afternoon Prosecuting Attorney P. M. Marr of Milan gave a well received address as crowds grew each year.
Friday entry recounts a wedding attended by ma and pa and a desire to see a comedy pitcher. The diarist notes a girl nearly snagged a man, a hurried wedding, and a good hearted groom despite tears. Saturday mentions a jam and a toy store errand turning into a baseball game and a missing salary.
A sprawling week of a child’s undated notes details bed time finds of money and teeth, family dynamics, schoolyard baseball, a potential illness, and Mrs Binn’s pig selling, all colored by a wary view of married couples and a wary take on Pug Stevens.
Delmar Dail of Marceline announces his candidacy for Linn county Prosecuting Attorney. Born and raised in Marceline he is over thirty, trained in law at Jefferson City, and practiced locally. He seeks support at the August 3 primary and vows to enforce laws without fear or favor.
Miss Georgia Knifong left Saturday for Kansas City where she and Dr A B Whaley were united in marriage. The bride, longtime local clerk at Farmers Store, is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs J J Knifong. The groom, son of Mrs A A Whaley, is a graduate Chiropractor, recently securing a lucrative position in Kansas City. Best wishes from numerous friends.
F E Drake offers Morse soybeans for sale at 3.00 dollars per bushel from Linneus Missouri. The notice lists the seller and price as a simple local agricultural ad.
Saturday night attracted crowds from Cora Milan Haseville Humphreys Roger North Salem Pur din Linneus and Brookfield to a band concert led by the instructor. Locals praised the performance and Browning as a top town in North Missouri for gatherings inviting visitors to return.
Corn for sale high quality harvest offered by S H Linhart. Pricing listed at 70 cents per bushel with bulk discounts for large orders. Call to view and purchase. Local sale notice for available corn.
Humphreys ninth defeated the second team 9 to 0 in a Sunday base running contest. Players from ages fifty and up, including Sherbern Fields Frank Powell Adramn Stone Tommy Daniels Carl Brassfield and King Carter, participated with Wallace Grice umpiring in front of a small, unadvertised crowd.
Advertiser Mark 0. Alspach offers a large stock of new cultivator shovels for all makes. He invites prospective buyers to compare prices and purchase at his quotes.
Dan Bramhall, dubbed corn king of this section, finished planting the first of the week and now cultivates about 300 acres. He operates a tractor day and night with a small crew of eight, feeding cattle and hogs, shelling seed corn, and keeping work on the go from early to late.
Rev W W Clay submitted material for the Brookfield district conference program to be held in this city on June 29 and 30. The program is lengthy with many numbers of interest and features several able divines.
The event promises a very large turnout with Browning and her host team guiding proceedings. Her reputation for strong hospitality is noted as she and her people prepare to welcome guests.
The notice urges protection against lightning with rods installed by L O Carpenter of Browning Missouri. It provides a phone contact 153 for service.
Mary Alice Spencer born in Browning Sullivan county September 14 1862 died May 27 1926 aged 63 years 8 months 13 days. She married Noah Griffis in 1880 producing one child Richard Griffis of New Cambria MO. She later married John L Clapp in 1888 and had seven children with two infant deaths. Survived by husband and children Olim Cleo Mrs Flo Almond and Mrs Mabel Maxwell all of Lin county sister Mrs Carl Rader three brothers and eleven grandchildren. Funeral at North Salem May 29 with singing by Mrs Chas Diemer Mildred Eldridge and Inez Williamson. Burial in cemetery nearby. W W Clay.
The Leader Record notes Ed Suits, Brookfield automobile dealer and respected local businessman, announces his bid for Linn County Clerk. Supporters praise his qualification, character, and active campaign as the Republican nominee seeks the August 3 primary.
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