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Browning Leader Record

Location

Browning, Missouri, United States of America

Date

Mar 24, 1949

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Mrs Albert M Baker obituary notes Browning life

Myra Adams born near Browning Missouri on November 8 1884 died March 20 1949 at her Browning home aged 64 years 4 months 12 days She married Albert M Baker March 20 1907 They left four daughters Alma Rinehart Frances Heselton Eva Nickell and son Luther Baker plus Betty Green Five grandchildren and siblings Lena Kenley Ellis Adams Purdin Herman Adams and Reid Kenley Survived by husband children grandchildren sister and brothers Funeral at Christian Church March 22 conducted by Rev Wm Icenogle with local bearers and burial Locust Valley cemetery Schoenes Funeral Directors

Myra Adams Frank Rebecca Adams Browning Missouri Albert M. Baker Alma Rinehart Frances Heselton Eva Nickell Luther Baker Rockford Illinois Betty Green Melrose Park Donald Geen Rinehart Earl Keith Hoselton Kenneth Ray Nickell Sharon Jo Green Bonnie Beth Baker Lena Kenley Ellis Adams Purdin Herman Adams Milan Reid Kenley Chicago Illinois Christian Church of Browning Christian Church Wm. Icenogle Helen Carter Robert Moore J. R. Williams Merril Peterson Artie Calhoun Mark and Gooch Grover Gable Oliver Lay John Fred Keithley Locust Valley Cemetery Schoene’s

Card of Thanks for Mrs. Albert M. Baker

We express our sincere thanks for the kindness and assistance during illness death and burial of Mrs. Albert M. Baker and for the floral offerings. A. M. Baker and family Lena Kenley Herman and Ellis Adams.

Albert M. Baker A. M. Baker Lena Kenley Herman and Ellis Adams

Mairs Brother T. I. Mairs Dies in State College

T I Mairs died at 6 00 a m in State College Pennsylvania. He was a long time professor of Agriculture at Pennsylvania State College. Had he lived until April 16 he would have been 78. He leaves two brothers and two sisters in Missouri and two in Missouri and Browning.

T. I. Mairs van Mairs State College Mairs Pennsylvania Missouri John Mairs Anna Morris Brookfield Ada Carr Purdin Browning

Republicans Nominate Ticket for Benton Township Offices

The Republicans of Benton Township met in convention on March 19 at the Electric Theatre to nominate candidates. Trustees named Merril Peterson. incumbents Edwin Martin and T. N. Cotton Wolfe. Clerk and Assessor Blaine Fleming. Collector Mrs. Mary Grice.

Benton Township Electric Theatre Merril Peterson Edwin Martin T. N. (Cotton) Wolfe Blaine Fleming Mary Grice

Mt Olive to Welcome Rev Harold Mars for Sunday Services

Reverend Harold Mars of Liberty will preach both morning and evening at Mt Olive Church. Congregation invites all to attend the worship services.

Mt. Olive Harold Mars of Liberty

Joe's Radio Shop Ad in Brookfield Missouri

Radio Service Joe's Radio Shop located at 832 E Helm St Brookfield Missouri offers radio repair and parts with contact phone 1112 832.

Joe’s Radio Shop E. Helm St Brookfield

Electric Theatre Western and Musical Card

Fri and Sat March 25 and 26 showings feature The Durango Kid Western with a plot of a killer jailed by the Kid who impersonates him to save a victim and uncover bank robbers tied to counterfeit bonds. Also a musical with Durante Williams Lawford Montaban Chaise and Xavier Cugat. a technicolor adventure comedy for families. Skippy Homeier stars in a separate family farce about finding a husband for Mama.

Durango Jimmy Durante Esther Williams Peter Lawford Ricardo Montalban Cyd Chaisse Xavier Cugat Skippy Homeier Mama

Locust Valley Cemetery Association Annual Meeting Notice

All parties interested in the Locust Valley Community Cemetery Association are requested to meet at the church on Monday April 4 1949 at 8 00 p m for the annual meeting. By order of Board. 2t

Locust Valley Community Cemetery Association

Jenkins Rites Held In Purdin For W E Jenkins

W E Jenkins born September 26 1866 near Browning Missouri died March 13 after hip injury while living with daughters Grace Collins Viola Harvey and others in Purdin area. Survived by eight children twenty four grandchildren and twelve great grandchildren. Funeral at Christian Church Purdin conducted by Rev Icenogle with interment in Jenkins cemetery.

Wm. E. Jenkins James Douglas Sarah T. Jenkins Browning Missouri Purdin Grace Collins Viola Harvey Marceline Jesse Woodside Lucy Milenda Hedges Anna Lee Creason Marie Knuckey Tacoma Washington Evert, Douglas Leonard Jenkins Denver Colorado Winigan Lee Anna Woodside Howard Jenkins Near Purdin Christian Church Wm. Icenogle Jenkins Cemetery

Jenkins Family Mourns Death of Wm E Jenkins

Thankful to all who offered sympathy and prayers during illness and burial of our father Wm E Jenkins. heartfelt appreciation extended from the Jenkins family for kindness and support in this difficult time.

Jones Taxi Offer Clean Cars With Home Office Contact

Late model clean comfortable cars available from Jones Taxi. Office at home or north of the bank. Phone location unspecified.

Jones Taxi

Browning High School News and Activities Update

The Junior play is postponed due to illness of Joyce Garrett. A school gym party on Friday March 18 drew about 100 including Seniors guests faculty and students. An educational movie titled Songs of the Gay 90s was shown last Thursday. Wanda Perkins joined the Freshman class from Keytesville. A skating party for Sophomores and guests occurred March 22. Seniors finished their national government test and will study Missouri history geography and government with a later field trip planned to observe state government operations.

Joyce Garrett California Washington, D Wanda Perkins Keytesville Te Ock Missouri

Township Collector Announcement

Township officials announce the appointment of a collector position with duties to manage local finances and tax collections. The notice specifies the authority grant and outlines eligibility and term details for eligible residents.

Mary Grice Seeks Benton Township Collector Post

Mary Grice runs as candidate for the office of Collector of Benton Township subject to voters at the election on March 29, 1949.

Mary Grice Benton Township

Seven O'clock Dinner Hosted by Mr and Mrs Gooch

Mr and Mrs Wayne Gooch hosted a seven o’clock dinner Monday evening followed by auction bridge. Attendees included Mr and Mrs Jas P Bolling, Mr and Mrs C B Fleming, Mr and Mrs J H Calhoun, Mr and Mrs H C Bailey, Mr and Mrs C C Drake, Dr and Mrs W D Grice and son Phillip, Mrs Kathryn Calhoun and son James.

Wayne Gooch Jas. P. Bolling C. B. Fleming J. H. Calhoun H. C. Bailey C. C. Drake W.D. Grice Phillip Kathryn Calhoun James

Benton Township Democrats Nominate Local Ticket

The Benton Township Democrat committee met Friday afternoon and nominated Clyde Brinkley for Trustee Arthur Bennett and Wm Ware for Board members Ray Gooch for Clerk and Assessor and Ellis Adams for Collector.

Benton Township Clyde Brinkley Arthur Bennett Wm. Ware Ray Gooch Ellis Adams

Ray Gooch Seeks Reelection as Benton Clerk and Assessor

Ray Gooch runs for reelection to the office of Clerk and Assessor in Benton township. The vote is set for March 29 with voters deciding his tenure.

Ray Gooch Benton Township

Dinner honors March birthdays and anniversaries in Haseville

Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Young hosted a Sunday dinner on March 20 at their Haseville home to celebrate March birthdays and wedding anniversaries. Guests included Blendena Crooks Imogene Williams Wilma Smith Grace K Jerome and many relatives. An enjoyable day was spent by all.

W. R. Young Haseville Blendena Crooks Imogene Williams Wilma Smith Will Young Cecil Crooks Grace K. Jerome Jimmie Jimmie Joe Norma Crooks Curtis Larry Darwin Williams Kenneth Young and Eugene Smith Wm. Keeling Albert Young

Couple Married in Gainesville Texas February 14 1949

Miss Shirley Jean Bowyer and James Leonard Davis of Gainesville Texas wed in a formal First Baptist Church ceremony in Gains ville. Rev W N Clark officiated before a candlelit altar with organist S S Billue and singer W F Barnes. The bride wore heavy slipper satin with lace and a peacock train, carried white carnations on a white Bible. A reception followed at the bride’s home and the couple planned to live in Pharr Texas. The bride is daughter of Mr and Mrs Spencer Bowyer and granddaughter of Mrs Mary Kimbrough.

Shirley Jean Bowyer James Leonard Davis Art Texas 1St Baptist Church Gainsville Spencer R. Bowyer James Wavis W. N. Clark First Baptist Church S.S. Billue San Juan W. F. Barnes Pharr Mary Kimbrouh Browning

Judges Appointed for Benton Township Election

Judges appointed to serve in Benton township election on Tuesday March 29 include North Benton Democrats Ank Maggart Ned Mundell Mrs Allie Ware Republicans Herald Lambert Mrs Ella Stufflebean and Mrs Nelle Williams. South Benton Democrats Mrs Chloe Cassity G V Kingsolver and Mrs Emily Purdin Republicans Miss Katie Armstrong Henry Hale and Mildred Connelly.

Benton Township North Benton Ank Maggart Ned Mundell Allie Ware Herald Lambert Ella—Stufflebean Nelle Williams South Chloe Cassity G. V. Kingsolver Emily Purdin Katie Armstrong Henry Hale Mildred Connelly

Ellis Adams Seeks Benton Township Collector Nomination

To Benton Township voters Ellis Adams runs as Democrat for Collector promising to answer for his qualifications by his collection percentage. He asks for support to continue collecting to the best of his ability and thanks voters.

Benton Township Ellis Adams

Men’s Style Show At The High School Auditorium

Tonight at 8 P M a style show at the high school auditorium promises a grand display. Spectators should expect formal wear and graceful presentation, with potential envy among onlookers as contestants showcase femininity and elegance.

Lantz Host Third Fel lowship Supper For Youth Class

Mr and Mrs Maurice Lantz invited the Methodist Youth Fellowship to their home on March 16 for the third Lenton season supper. Seventeen boys and girls attended with a descriptive talk by Mrs Marjorie Lay on Good Friday and Nordfeldts paintings The Via Dolorosa The Crucifixion and The Faithful.

Youth Fellowship Maurice Lantz Methodist Church Marjorie Lay Nordfeldt Via Dolorosa

Radio listings for Bailey Maytag Co. convenience pickup

Radio Sales And Services available with units left at Bailey Maytag Co for customer convenience. Neff Radio Service located at 16 S. Main Brookfield Mo offers phone contact 587.

Bailey Maytag Co Neff Radio Service S. Main Brookfield, Mo

Young Couple Married in Trenton Missouri

On March 17 at Dr J E Ladd's residence in Trenton Missouri J C Smith Jr and Betty Alice Humphreys were married in a double ring ceremony attended by Rex Smith and his wife. The couple plans to reside on the groom's family farm after a brief honeymoon in Kansas City.

J. E. Ladd Rex Smith Alice Carver Galt Smith Humphreys High School N. E. Missouri Simpson Hospital Milan Humphreys High North East Missouri State Teachers College U. S. Navy Navy Pacific Kansas City

Neva Grice Seeks Re-Election as City Collector

City Collector Neva Grice announces candidacy for re election subject to Browning voters at the April 5 1949 election.

Auction of Woodside Estate Shares at Purdin Farm Club

R N Abell manager seller will auction 10 shares of the John W Woodside Estate stock held by heirs of the Woodside estate at the Purdin Farm Club on Saturday April 2. Sealed bids due by 2 p m the day of sale and opened at that time.

Purdin Farm Club John W.woodside R. N. Abell Mgr

Community thanks for flowers letters after hospital stay

Mrs. E. L. Foss expresses gratitude to relatives friends and neighbors for the thoughtful flowers cards and letters she received during her hospital stay.

E. L. Foss

Cinderella Party Hosts Auction Bridge Evening

Mrs Almeda Bartow hosted the Cinderella Club gathering on Tuesday evening March 15. Four tables played Auction Bridge with Mrs Pearle Thurlo taking high score. Prizes went to Mrs Marjorie Wood Mrs Beverly Moore and Mrs Alpha Brantner and guest prize presented to Mrs Freeland.

Almeda Bartow Clive Freeland Pearle Thurlo Marjorie Wood Beverly Moore Alpha Brantner Freeland

Duncan Township Elects Democratic Ticket At White Oak School

Voters at Duncan Township met at the White Oak school house to nominate a Democrat ticket for the March 29 election. Officials chosen include Trustee Ross Burke, Collector Lloyd Trumbo, Clerk and Assessor Clayton Warren, and Board members Glenn Freeland and Robert Fields.

Duncan Township White Oak Ross Burke Lloyd Trumbo Clayton Warren Glenn Freeland Robert Fields

Annual School Election Notice Browning District Missouri 1949

Notice to qualified voters that the Browning Linn and Sullivan Counties Missouri school district will hold an annual election at the Auditorium Gymnasium on Tuesday April 5 1949 from 7 AM to 6 PM. Ballot propositions include electing two directors for three years and approving a tax rate of 80 cents per hundred dollars for school purposes in excess of 20 cents. Judges are Artie Calhoun Martha Gooch and Dorothy Drake. Marilyn Gooch secretary.

M.S.L Browning Linn Sullivan Counties Missouri Auditorium Gymnasium Artie Calhoun Martha Gooch Dorothy Drake Board of Education Mariyn Gooch

Duncan Township Election Notice in Sullivan County MO

Notice of township election for Duncan Township Sullivan County Missouri to be held Tuesday March 29 1949 at Browning Cora and Reger precincts to elect Trustee Collector Clerk and Assessor and two township board members by order of the township board Clayton Warren Clerk

Duncan Township Sullivan County Missouri Browning, Cora and Reger Clayton Warren

Mrs Clairessa Slack Hosts W S of C S Meeting

Mrs Essie Slack hosted the W S of C S on March 17 with eleven members present. Visitors Mrs Mildred Atkins and Mrs Pearl Gable attended. reports on Marceline Zone Meeting and St Joseph Conference were given. closing prayers and service focused on being Fishers of Men.

Clairessa Slack W. S C. S Essie Slack Mildred Atkins Pearl Gable Jesus Ivah Carr Rudloff Schrock

Notice of Browning City Election April 5 1949

Voters are notified of a City election on Tuesday April 5 1949 to fill Mayor Marshal Police Judge and Collector vacancies plus two Aldermen Robert Moore East Ward and Ovid Atkins West Ward Each term two years Judges appointed East Ward Guy Adams Myra Baker Mrs Pauline Peterson East Ward polling place Peterson Insurance Office West Ward candidates Mrs Shelda Crooks Mrs Ella Thurla Lafe Bennett Polls 7 AM to 6 PM Filing deadline Friday March 1949 city clerk A D Peterson signs off March 1 1949

Browning Robert Moore East Ward Ovid Atkins West Ward Guy Adams Myra Baker Pauline Peterson Guin Qiling Peterson Coal Office Shelda Crooks Ella Thurla Lafe Bennett Peterson Insurance Office Youle Runni 2 South’ Bs A. D. Peterson

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