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Newspaper
Browning Leader Record
Location
Browning, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1923
Page
1
A Missouri College of Agriculture soils expert notes corn year after year erodes soil faster than rotations. Experiments show continuous corn would lose topsoil in 56 years, while a corn wheat clover rotation would take 436 years to erode seven inches. Small grains and sod crops improve soil protection.
W C Etheridge of the Missouri Experiment Station outlines seven benefits of soybeans. They yield 20 to 25 bushels per acre of seed on good land, provide superior legume hay in several regions, complement hog and lamb pasture, resist drought, tolerate planting from early spring to July, fit standard crop rotations, and offer reliable full-season growth even under heat stress.
The article explains shallow corn cultivation to keep soil receptive to rain, reduce crusting, and deter pests. Harrowing when weeds are small and using disk cultivators on first year sod are advised, with careful timing to avoid excessive ridging and yield loss from deep or late cultivation.
Calhoun and Thornton advertise buy and sell services for farms town property merchandise insurance and farm loans at the lowest rate in Browning Missouri.
An advertisement invites young men to find Florsheim shoes and oxfords noted for style and comfort at The Farmers Store.
Linn County Dental Society announces temporary Saturday closures for all listed members from May 1 to September 30 each year. The named practitioners include Niederwimmer Greenman Johansen Jones Doolin Norris Conager Conager Sidener Cleveland and Crane.
Wool buyers Lantz and Turner announce purchase at highest market price by grade and condition for the season. They invite wool producers to bring in stock for appraisal and payment.
Mr and Mrs J B McCollum of east of North Salem hosted a Sunday gathering June 3 with Perry Mc Collum Barbara McCollum Fern Mildred Geraldine Oakey Milhoan Ardith McCollum Jay McGhee Rugene Seaman Wallace Earl McCollum and families. Ice cream and strawberries were served as everyone enjoyed a pleasant day.
Farm ad announces baby chicks at 10 dollars per 100 and a one third discount on all breads through June and July. Orders taken by phone for North Salem residents via Mrs. Alfie Gooch.
Harold Lloyd comedy shown over 5 reels in a program starting Monday June 11 with a second showing Tuesday. The review calls it a scream from start to finish and notes other kids teased the lead before he started a lumber yard venture.
A subscriber, William Turner of New Boston, sent a check and ordered the Leader Record to be mailed to three new subscribers Ralph E. Johnson Elmer Mo John Hoselton New Boston and Lee Crist Greencastle. The editor thanks Will for the gift and gesture.
J D Burwell offers farm land loans at 5 percent with a small cash commission. Terms run 5 7 or 10 years and include an excellent payment option.
The Browning Bridge near the city was removed last week and relocated over a drainage ditch just west. Linn and Sullivan counties arranged with Locust Creek Drainage District to move the large structure to the new ditch and fill the old bed with a dirt embankment on the county line, eliminating the need for a bridge in the old location.
A newspaper ad lists men’s suits in gaberdine whipcord serge and worsted fabrics. Prices range from 20.00 to 37.50, presenting a broad line for male apparel shoppers.
A special P E O meeting at Mrs. Mattie Duncan’s home saw Miss Allaire Fields welcomed as a new member of Chapter V. Seventeen members attended including Mrs. Bertha Tomlin and Misses Mary Ruth Lorraine Glaze Lorene Tanneau. A reading by Tanneau and a song by Mary Fields highlighted the evening.
Mrs Mariyn B Gooch hosted the Sewing Club last Tuesday with several outside guests. Her sister Miss Lucile Best of Bogard attended as an honored guest. Two courses were served at an opportune time and the afternoon was remembered fondly.
Burwell and Porter of Brookfield Missouri advertise farm loans at five and one half percent interest. They invite prospective borrowers to contact them for terms and applications through their Brookfield office.
Local retailer highlights a wide selection of Dr. Scholl products including arch supports bunion pads corn pads and callous pads to aid foot comfort and care.
The note mentions Bacold Lloyd in Grandma's Boy at the Electric Theatre with showings next Monday and Tuesday night.
J.J.Smith promotes low prices with bold call to visit for boys and men pants. Leader of Low Prices.
A nostalgic column extols Browning's lilies and roses, praising Linhart's flower displays around his East Browning property. The piece recalls Hollywood's golden era, notes editor gifts of flowers, and shares quirky local anecdotes from daily life and a high-spirited town.
The Farmers Store advertises men's palm beach suits in all sizes for warm weather.
The Farmers Store markets a broad trunk line featuring numerous styles and sizes. Shoppers can compare options to fit suitcases, garment trunks, or travel sets across a diverse inventory.
The boldest thing he has done is sing out loud in church. See Harold Lloyd in Grandma's Boy, a five reel comedy, at the Electric next Monday and Tuesday nights. Don’t miss it.
Saturday June 16 Free Firestone cord casing given away at Peterson Bros Garage at 1 p.m. Get your tube patching and win a casing. Hot weather may cause old casings to pop. Also two Mobiloil 1 gallon can tickets offered with purchase.
Local shop promotes a new collection of silk and cotton crepes and Ratines in Egyptian patterns. Shoppers urged to view offerings before buying at J. J. Smith's store.
Friday brings hype as students celebrate the final day of school and look forward to graduation and new jobs. Saturday turns hectic when ambulances arrive at Blisterse’s house for a sister’s appendectomy procedure.
An old advertisement proclaims a twenty dollar all wool hard finished worsted suit for sale at J. J. Smith's store. The offer emphasizes value and product quality with clear pricing.
A collection of short letters dated June 4 1923 requests address changes and subscription renewals for the Leader Record. One writer reports weather and town growth, another describes a Tulsa revival led by evangelist Richie and a healing claim. humor and skepticism mix in brief notes.
Biswell Lodge A F and A elected officers at its annual meeting Saturday night W P Nickell was Worshipful Master G T Woodward Senior Warden Norris Phillips Junior Warden H C Warren treasurer and J E Marvin secretary for the coming year.
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