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Newspaper
Browning Leader Record
Location
Browning, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1908
Page
1
John E. Swanger spoke to supporters describing a large political ring he faces this fall. He touted his record and warned banks and corporations to obey state laws, while recalling Hadley and his own legislative performance at a Milan reception.
Local business leaders discuss forming a league to boost city prospects. A cigar plant, better laundries, and a canning factory are imagined, with farmers finding markets for tomatoes. The piece urges unity, cooperation, and action to organize.
J W Jones sold his residence in the southeast part of town to Isaac Dunlap of near Humphreys for 1400 dollars. Jones will give possession soon and rent until spring when he may buy or build. Dunlap, a well to do farmer, and family will be a valuable addition to the town.
H. F. Kille posts a strict no hunting policy for his farm. No person may hunt any kind on the premises, with enforcement expected and notices posted for trespassers.
John W. Clapp former Sullivan county prosecutor now Milan attorney spoke to a small audience at the opera house Friday night. Senator Fields served as chairman and praised the speaker while criticizing Republicans and local press remarks.
The Linneus Corn Show proceeded despite drizzle with 41 corn entries for premiums and high quality. President Brinkley Secretary Bowyer and Treasurer Traverse ran the event while Warren Bros Harrie Allen and others exhibited. Expert Claud B. Hutchinson from Livingston County judged and lectured on corn culture for Missouri University.
The Harry Scott Company presented Ma's New Husband at the opera house Wednesday night to a large audience. The singing and dancing were flawless and each performer excelled in both. The show drew hearty laughter and the actors were local favorites. If they return to town, they will receive a royal welcome.
At the annual stockholders meeting held October 29 at the bank building about 247 shares were represented and 50 stockholders attended. Elected directors include J. G. Watson Jack Hill Frank Tucker Ken Mairs Jas Neet J J VanFossen W E Duckworth A E Lambert J B Stone H C Bailey and S L Gibson.
Hon W T Nardin of St Louis spoke at the opera house on Wednesday Oct 28 to a small crowd. The event was delayed to 2 PM after Ma s New Husband Co secured the hall causing little notice. Attendees praised the address as fluent and impressive and urged a larger audience if he returns.
At the bride’s parents home in this city on Sunday November 1 Lula Burdette married Joel McClaskey of Milan in front of guests with Rev. Smith presiding. Lula is a high school graduate and popular. McClaskey works in the transfer business. A grand dinner followed. Milan guests included DeWitt Green wife Duane Green John Booth John Johnson wife Dan McClaskey Homer McClaskey Elsa Dunlap. The Leader-Record sends congratulations.
Saturday October 31 Democrats hosted Senator FE B Fields in Milan. Although he rarely speaks at home, attendees reported strong remarks and praise for his address. Also, Frank M Love of Kansas City delivered a capable speech.
Mrs G Barrows announces the marriage of daughter Dora to Mr G Atkins on Sunday November 1 at 7 30 pm Rev M R F Nickell officiated in presence of relatives and friends A three course supper followed with music and many presents Mr and Mrs Atkins will reside on their farm six miles northwest of town Miss Lydia Jolley visited her sister Mrs J P Myers in Purdin Tuesday.
The election proceeded quietly. The St. Louis Republic lists Taft at 325 and Bryan at 158. Bryan won Missouri by several thousand. both parties claim the governor. Elected in Linn and Sullivan counties include Representative White, Prosecuting Attorney Gardner, Sheriff Anderson, Treasurer Hayes, Coroner Patrick, Public Administrator Betson, and judges Bond and Post.
For Representative Caf fee Republican Painter Republican for Sheriff Hill Republican for Treasurer Dodson Republican for Surveyor Glidewell Republican for Coroner Van Wye Harris Republican for Judge 1st District Porter Republican for Judge 2nd District Clevenger Democrat
Earl Pipes a railroad worker from Cora was seriously injured last Monday when a bent rail struck his leg at the ankle as he removed a spike on the inside of a curve. Doctors set the broken bones and he is reported to be getting along nicely.
J W Crooksianks received notice that his corn exhibit at the Trenton Corn Show won the Grand Champion Prize. A bid of ten dollars per ear was reported for the exhibit. The association sold all exhibits to help cover expenses, and Joe is greatly pleased by the unexpected winnings.
On Sunday November 8 Browning will hold morning services at 11 o clock with the sermon on Self Examination. The Lord's Supper will be administered immediately after the service. Evening service follows at 7 o clock with the subject The Reapf a.
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