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Newspaper
Browning Leader Record
Location
Browning, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1948
Page
1
Half Rock beat Browning Merchants 6 to 4 at Half Rock with strong pitching by their hurler and Fregoe adding a double. Johnny Grice excelled in center field and speed saved many hits. Next Sunday the Merchants host Half Rock at 2 o clock in a hot league matchup.
Mrs. Jennie Slater of Browning advertises 40 acres of good pasture for rent. Location details and terms are not provided in the readable text.
For sale a five room house with twenty one percent lots in-ae as the co ilter. See F Murrain in n Purdin.
15 lb ice box and a 5 burner oil range offered by Ross Burk in Browning Missouri. The set is described as white enamel with a built in oven and a compact design suitable for a small kitchen.
Readable fragment notes Jersey cows linked to individuals Quown Brown and ing vna.
In loving memory of our dear wife and mother Mrs Mary Hooker who passed away June 14 1947 You went away and left us and never said goodbye You live in the land of glory mid the blue and gold of the God saw the road was getting rough He gently closed your precious eyes and whispered Peace be thine Sadly missed by husband J T Hooker children and grandchildren
Forty acre tiled farm with excellent buildings two wells and electricity located at the edge of Browning with the house inside city limits. Contact Iva Sheddy at the farm for price.
Local customers are urged to contact Nor man Smith in Purdin or Linneus for custom baling. The notice highlights tailored baling options and invites inquiries for pricing and service details.
The note cites Raymond Alspach and directs readers to Mrs. Alspach at Peterson Insurance Office for information about frying size chickens.
The Linn County Chorus will not meet on June 18 as Mr. Enos Stanbaugh is away in Kansas City. The next practice is set for July 2 at 2 00 p m in the Christian Church in Brookfield. All Extension Club members are invited to participate.
A double bill features Song of Love with Katharine Hepburn Paul Henreid and Robert Walker a dramatic bio of Schumann Brahms and Liszt showing Clara Schumann sacrificing her career. Also Wild Harvest dramatic wheat harvest tale with Dorothy Lamour and Robert Preston as rough male camaraderie and action.
A short ad notes Ralph's Preaseate Rat Kill sold at M F A Central Cooperative. The item is marketed for pest control with emphasis on effectiveness in rodent management.
A catalog style notice lists 1929 Chevrolet engine radiator and rear end parts along with 1929 Chevrolet and 1930 Model A Ford components. The entry also references a service station and 140 in unclear terms.
The Ladies Aid will hold an ice cream supper at the Methodist Church in North Salem Friday night June 18. Ladies are invited to bring cake and attend.
A 240 pound spotted hog wandered from a farm and is missing. Finder should notify Lynden Knifong at Route 2 Browning.
Coal buyers urged to place orders with Peterson Coal Co to secure deliveries before a potential strike in July. Local markets warn delays may follow, urging customers to reserve coal early to avoid shortages.
Dr. and Mrs. Herman Payne express gratitude to the people of Purdin and surrounding community for kindness and loyal support during their stay.
Kirksville Mo summer quarter welcome list includes Linn County freshmen such as Robert Bailey Saralou Schrock Wilma Jean Stone Cecla Ruth Overstreet Rolan Gooch Fred J Creason Robert F Moore Arlin De Vore Zelta Linhart Nona Bertelsen Joan Straley Lona Riddle Jo Ann Leman Edward Lights Billie Forbes Zelda Clapp Helen Simms Ele Head Margaret Tromerhouse and others Misses Marjorie Taylor Bobbie Head Shirley Head Rosalie McClaren and Mrs Rosalie Schrock also noted.
Brookfield Mo announces Joe's Radio Shop at 32 E Helm Street offering radio repairs and parts with contact by phone 1112 for service inquiries
Mr and Mrs Wm Tully of Vancouver Washington write to Edgar Tully describing the 1948 Columbia River flood. They report their plant remains operating, extensive property damage nearby, and thousands displaced while they endure long night shifts and plan a family visit. They mention garden and poultry still thriving and invite visit to enjoy fried chicken.
Mrs. Carl Norvell of Elk land Missouri spent two weeks visiting her children families and relatives and returned home Sunday. Her grandson Kirk Johnson accompanied her for a short visit.
Funeral services for Char W Smith son of Mr and Mrs Iver Smith of Linneus were held in Linneus on June 16 at 2 pm. Char W Smith age 28 of Kansas City Kansas died Sunday night after a car accident on highway 5 two miles north of Laclede. He is survived by his wife Imogene and daughter Karol, his parents and other relatives. The bereaved family has the community’s sympathy.
The P T A of Shelby will hold an ice cream supper at night on June 18. Music will be provided by the Boston Bucchero.
Noble Crooks sustained head injuries when a horse bucked as he tried a ride at Chillic, Saturday. Dr. Simpson from Milan treated him and he was moved to the hospital, later released to go home after showing improvement.
In Browning the lunch room scene centers on Duffy's Tavern and Mrs Leland Garrett appearing in local postings. The terse note highlights a social venue and a named host Likely a society item.
One year old spotted Poland China boar listed. See George L Peters in Browning for details.
Noel Tully, Brown reports a spotted male hog weighing about 200 pounds in a local listing.
A few Hereford yearling bulls are offered by Ray Bennett of Brown ing Missouri. The brief notice lists livestock for sale and provides the seller’s name and location.
Last Wednesday June 9 Mrs. Garrett hosted a dinner at their Forker area home in Lloyd Garrett's honor. Guests included Joe Long Willard Powell Kenneth Murrell Bettie Linneus Kenneth Hale Purdin Oca Garrett Browning and Garry Lee Rieger Marshalltown Iowa. All stayed late to wish Lloyd many more birthdays.
Mrs. Pauline Lynch visiting relatives in Linn Washington with George L Nickell and family before returning to California. She will later visit Missouri relatives including Mr and Mrs W P Nickell and Mr and Mrs J G Nickell.
Mr and Mrs Marion Anderson of Nauvoo Illinois visit with Leonard Dell and daughter on Monday. The two men served together in World War II and enjoyed the reunion and conversation during the visit.
Mr and Mrs Ray Johnson visited Brookfield last Wednesday during a brief trip.
Miss Betty Rankin and Nelson Rinehart wed at the Tracy parsonage with Miss Georgia Whitlatch and Edward Ness in a joint ceremony officiated by Rev. S P Trestle. The reception followed for 70 guests at the Stanleynkin home. Ness and Whitlatch plan to reside in Rush City Minnesota. Rinehart and Rankin head to Moline Illinois.
Sunday dinner guests of Mr and Mrs Ross Knight and children included Mr and Mrs Paulet and sons of Ft Lupton Colorado Mr and Mrs Phillips Parkinson of Kansas City Missouri Mr and Mrs Albert Dunham and children of Callao Missouri Mr and Mrs Dean Knight and children and Mr and Mrs Herbert Knight.
Friday night June 18 auction at Shafter George Street led by auctioneer as True Blue Club sponsors the event.
On June 15 her mother hosted a Sunday noon birthday dinner for Alpha Dean Leeper. Relatives and neighbors arrived with baskets for the celebration at the Havens home, where a pink angel food cake and ample dishes were served. Attendees included Harrelson and Walter Clark families, Hulbert Dixon and children, Leland Shipp, Nora Taylor, Noel Tully, Roger and Darlene, Victor Jones, Orwell Elliott, Alpha Dean over, and E Havens.
Neff Radio Service advertises pickup service at Bailey M Co. every Tuesday with contact at 587 16 S Main Brookfield Mo. Local listing notes radio sales and service options in Brookfield.
Locust Valley Baptist Church announces Sunday School at 10 a.m. with Cecil Lay as superintendent. Rev. Kenneth Peery presides. Preaching on the second and fourth Sundays, morning worship at 11 a.m., evening service at 7 p.m.
The Methodist Church invites the public to worship. Sunday School begins at 10:00 a.m. with H. L. Schrock as superintendent. Worship and sermon are at 11:00 a.m. and again at 7:30 p.m. Pastor is Dr. Thos. J. Haney.
Sunday School at 10 with Roy Miller leading all ages classes. Morning Worship at 11 with Communion. Christian Endeavor and Adult Bible Study at 8. Evening Worship at 8:30 with special music by Garry Lee Hahn of Brookfield. Pastor Kenneth G. Kelley leads.
The local P. E. O. Chapter held a regular business meeting on Wednesday June 7 with sixteen members present. After the session Mrs Ivah Linhart aided by Mrs Bessie Fleming gave an educational travel talk. Hostess served white cake ice cream with chocolate syrup and iced tea.
A family formerly leasing from Mr and Mrs Cecil Todd moved from Browning to their parents home near Osgood after six months. They made many friends during their brief Browning stay.
A fragmented verse tribute urges readers to praise both mothers and fathers on Father’s Day. It recalls a father reading the Bible by the fireside and praying for loved ones, contrasting devotion with a call to honor dear old dad alongside dear old mother. Sent in by Mrs John Longwell Browning.
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