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Newspaper
Browning Leader Record
Location
Browning, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Nov 10, 1921
Page
1
A thoughtful column recalls Armistice Day significance since 1918 urging vigilance for peace. It blends anecdotes on resilience, constructive criticism, and optimism, urging steady effort to climb the Mountain of Trouble and improve homes with calm wall coverings and greenery.
Creason's Garage and Sayers Battery Service Station in Milan Missouri advertise new Presto Light battery prices. 4 and 12 volt groups listed with models for Ford Chevrolets Overlands Dodges Maxwells Oakland Buick at 23.50 to 40.00 dollars, all guaranteed and claimed lower than competitors.
Local notice states coal on track and urges phone orders for notification when shipments are ready. Named contact Dan Bramhall directs the process.
A woman stands before a hat filled window and gazes at a brown velvet hat with gold on the brim. She recalls her younger self and the lost youth she dreamed of, sharing a tender, humorous smile with the girl she once was.
Sunday night near church time a fire alarm drew the crowd to Will Stone's residence where a blaze had occurred. The fire wagon arrived quickly but the fire was already extinguished with little damage. Neighbors praised the firefighters for their readiness and speed.
Special notice touts Winchester ammunition as the world standard and affordable compared with less reliable rivals. The message promotes Winchester as a dependable choice for buyers visiting the Winchester Store.
W H Peters writes from Garnett Kansas on November 1 noting missing October issues, requesting credits for $3.00, and thanking for the paper. He reports dry weather since October 10 with good but cheap corn, mentions chinch bugs harming timothy, 53 acres of wheat and 5 of alfalfa sown, milking six cows with butterfat at 45 cents, and general farm tasks completed mostly by himself.
From Glendale California with a money order for 1.50 the writer Mrs. R O Light requests renewal of a subscription to the Lender-Record noting the expiration earlier this month and providing her Maple Street address as contact.
William A Carter born November 14 1858 died October 13 1921 aged 62 10 20. He lived in Camden and Jefferson counties until 1882 then sought work in Johnson county. He joined the Baptist church after a 1884 revival near Holden and taught Sunday school. He married Celia Ann Haines in 1885. ten children are named. He moved to Kansas City in 1901 to work as a carpenter, then suffered injuries in 1907 and 1909 he faced more losses. He married Lois Baker in 1909 and endured further suffering until his death.
A pastor died after a brief illness diagnosed shortly before death. He was brought to Lowry City Missouri on September 16 1921 and died about a month later. His funeral was held at a Baptist church cemetery with his wife five children a brother and sister in attendance. Messages from former pastors and friends praised his faithful service to the Master.
Mrs Roberta Jenkins posts warnings on her property against trespassers with guns or dogs. She urges respect for boundaries and notes potential legal action for violations.
A juvenile diary fragment recounts a week of mischief and daily events in Ohio. The writer mentions schooling, a doctor acquaintance, a familys discussion on clothing prices, visits to neighbors, a sentence punishment, marbles on the floor, a window scene with a classmate, a party invitation, and a question about birthplace with a shocked reaction.
A signed notice warns all hunters to keep off farms at all times or face prosecution. The alert lists H N Tharlo J R Lantz J D bangdon C R Lantz W B Pipes W L Taylor as signatories.
Burwell & Portes of Brookfield Missouri advertise farm loans at six percent interest.
Claude Myers Post 274 Browning hosts an all day Armistice Day celebration starting at 10 o'clock with a masquerade ball to close the night. Read the Leader-Record issue for the full program and details of events.
Friday events include Queen Victoria's marriage and the surrender at Richmond marking Civil War ties. Fort Sumter bombardment and Napoleon Bonaparte birth are noted as occurring on Friday. The Battle of Waterloo and the Battle of Bunker Hill are cited as Friday happenings while the Declaration of Independence is linked to Friday.
A mother recalls her six year old son Laddie starting school and leaving the home’s sheltered harbor. She describes his growth from baby to pupil as a milestone, the quiet at home during lessons, and her sobbing farewell as he embarks on life beyond parental care.
Browning now hosts a real live auctioneer in Col E S Frazier's son. He has three years experience, trained with top auctioneers, knows stock value, aims for high dollar, and guarantees satisfaction. See the office for sale dates.
Mr and Mrs J P Belling hosted a six o clock dinner Monday evening. Guests included Mr and Mrs Herbert Beiley Mr and Mrs C Fleming and Mr and Mrs J R Williams and son. A three
A course gathering concluded with dinner followed by an evening of music and conversation.
Mr and Mrs H Schrock and Mr and Mrs S P Carr with their son Jean were guests of Mr and Mrs J P Bolling for a sumptuous 1 o'clock Sunday dinner.
Mr and Mrs Harvey hosted a Friday evening candy making party with several candy types popcorn balls marguerites and lemonade arranged on a decorated table Guests tasted judged and Mrs Mattie Duncan and Mrs Eunice Dickinson received honor for best plate Those present included Lloyd Hummel K M Duncan W H Dickinson Dyle Peterson Effie Fields Ella Keithley Laura Jessee Sylvia Martin and Master Harvey F Dickinson The evening ended with guests departing content and hopeful for more such occasions
A big night at the Electric Theatre features Jiggs and Maggie in Bringing up Father on screen plus The Impostor with Tom Santchi and a two reel western, plus a Pathe news reel. A spicy five reel program for all ages with admission 10 and 25 cents.
Browning Purdin and Linneus supporters celebrate a Linn county road plan as two county court members approve spending up to 21000 on the Browning to Linneus highway. The court will accept rights of way and move a bridge, with contracts soon to be advertised.
Saturday morning neighbors rushed to the scene of a fire at the Cumbo Farm home owned by Morris Inc in Jackson Township. The main part of the structure was saved thanks to prompt neighbor arrival.
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