Bank may pay depositors as oil strike renews hope
Depositors of Linn County Bank in Brookfield may receive full payment after oil was struck on ground owned by the bank in Texas Panhandle. A 4000 acre tract yielded oil shows and directors raised funds to drill, with 2100 feet drilled and 150 feet of oil found. If the well comes in, depositors could be paid in full and the land could bring a large fortune.
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Brookfield
Linn County Bank
Panhandle
Tex
C. A. Greenless
Texas
Linn County
Kansas City Journal
Stock Hogs For Sale In Linneus Missouri
Stock hogs for sale by Leon Norvell of Linneus Missouri range from 50 to 99 pounds offering buyers a choice of small market pigs for sale at a rural delivery point.
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Leon Norvell, R
F. D. No
Linneus
Missouri
Harness Repair and Shoe Services Near Year’s End
P. P. Kolasch advertises repair of side curtains with new celluloid and resewing on leather coats. Cold weather brings oiling of harness to prevent cracking, with on‑the‑spot service. A large range of harness hardware, collars, and shoe repair, including soles, rips, and heel rebuilds, are offered at reasonable prices.
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P. P. Kolasch
Warning to Hunters and Trappers on Rented Land
Joe Nickell warns hunters and trappers with guns traps or dogs to stay off his premises or the land he rents.
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Joe Nickell
Diary Entry Reflects Frustration With Jane Over Grammar Lesson
Slats complains about Jane’s treatment during a grammar lesson. He notes his effort to be respectful, yet her critique makes him feel misunderstood. The fragment ends mid thought as Jane accuses him of not knowing enough.
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Jane
New Suits and Overcoats From Michael Stern and Curlee
J. J. Smith announces a large shipment of Michael Stern and Curlee suits and a broad line of overcoats offered at reduced prices.
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Michael Stern
J. J. Smith
Petit Jury Drawn for December Term in Linneus Circuit Court
A list of jurors drawn for the December term of the Circuit Court to be held in Linneus includes Roy McColum of Baker, Ray Bennett of Alex, T. Murrain of Benton, George Ziehr and W. W. Hamilton of Brookfield, C Cray, Willis Boone of Bucklin, Levi Hober, Raymond C. Maddox of Clay, Virgil A. Ware of Enterprise, Ray Fosher and Victor Brown of Grantville, C M Nichols, Alonzo Smith of Jackson, C W Libby, Harry Arnold of Jefferson, A C Jones, Dave Tate of Locust Creek, Earl Haley, Frank Petska of Marceline, Walter Overstreet of North Salem, Earl Sallee, Clyde Smith of Parson Creek, Mike Walsh of Yellow Creek.
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Linneus
Roy McColum
Baker
Ray Bennett
Alex
T. Murrain
Benton
George Ziehr
Pie Supper at South Hooker School House
A pie supper and radio program are planned at the South Hooker school house on Wednesday night November 17. All are cordially invited. Rosalie Schrock, Teacher.
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South Hooker
Rosalie Schrock
Sullivan County Candidate for County Superintendent
Voter notice from a prospective candidate announcing run for County Superintendent of Schools in Sullivan County. The speaker, raised in Jackson Township and currently serving a second term as Superintendent in Browning, asks voters to review their school work record.
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Sullivan County
Jackson Township
Browning
No Hunting on Premises Warning
Property owner posts a strict notice banning hunting with guns traps or dogs on the grounds and warns trespassers of possible prosecution for violations.
Miss Keithley and Van Christy Wed at Brookfield
Miss Mary Keithley daughter of Mrs Sarah Keithley and Van Christy were married Saturday at Brookfield in a ceremony shared with many friends. The bride, raised in this city, has worked at the Post Office Browning Motor Company and Browning Bakery. The groom son of Mr and Mrs E D Christy has been a mechanic at Browning Motor Company. They reside with friends at the G T Woodward residence and receive best wishes for a happy life.
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Mary Keithley
van Christy
Brookfield
Sarah Keithley
North
Browning Motor Company
Browning Bakery
E. D. Christy
G. T. Woodward
Kelsey Orchards Advertises Winter Apples For Sale
Kelsey Orchards offers late keeping winter apples and willow twigs with others from Fen Davis and nearby names. Prices range from $1.00 to $1.50 per bushel. Sweet cider is always on tap at Kelsey Orchards. Where better apples grow.
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Kelsey
Fen Davis
Birthday Surprise for Mrs. Willard Pulliam on 44th Birthday
Last Sunday November 7 relatives and friends gathered to surprise Mrs. Willard Pulliam for her 44th birthday. Daughter Alene Ross escorted her to church and upon return guests filled baskets and prepared a feast. Attendees included H. C. Taylor and wife, R. M. Ross and family, Earn Pulliam and family, Mrs. Lucile McDonald, Carl Richardson and Ruby, Dave Pulliam and family, Maurice Heckman and Donald, Ray Pulliam and family, W. R. Ross and Jack, Frank Bagley and Eugene, John Ross, Mrs. Eva Steen, Mildred Pulliam, George Pulliam, Herman Pulliam, and Russell Puritan.
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Willard Pulliam
Alene Ross
Frank Bagley
Eugene
John Ross
Eva Steen
Mildred Pulliam
George Pulliam
Herman Pulliam
Russell Puritan
Letter from cemetery sexton hints at sales scheme
A letter from a cemetery sexton in a nearby county seat town suggests a sales ploy. He asks Mr Summers to send a "sample case" to enable him to compete with local dealers by promising lower prices. The tone implies a potential dishonest or competitive strategy.
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Summers
No Commission Offered For Property Sale, Summers Says
A business letter from S W Summers explains the policy of no agents and no commission for selling property. Summers notes offering a commission would require raising prices, conflicting with eight years of policy. The bonafide letters are on file at his place of business.
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S. W. Summers
Annual Bazaar and Dinner by Ladies' Aid Society
The Ladies' Aid Society of the M. E. Church announces its annual bazaar and dinner on November 20, 1926. Proceeds will support church projects and community aid.
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Ladies’ Aid Society
The
M. E. Church
Apply for road work on highway 8 or 36 in Missouri
Notice seeks workers for state highway projects on route 8 or 36 between Laclede and Brookfield Missouri. Applications directed to C D Herren at Laclede MO.
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Laclede
Brookfield
C. D. Herren
Two Percheron Stallions and a Saddle Mule for Sale
Auction note lists two Percheron stallions aged four and two and a saddle gelding aged five. Contact A. M. Walker at 704 Laclede, Missouri for details.
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A. M. Walker
Laclede
Birthday Dinner Honors Mrs Smith and Twin Sister
Last Thursday November 4 friends and relatives gathered at Mr. and Mrs. D. S. Smith home to celebrate Mrs. Smiths 76th birthday and her twin sister Mrs. America Moore. Guests shared food, photos, and conversation, then departed late with wishes for many more birthdays.
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D. S. Smith
J. W. Sallee
A. W. Cotter
C. S. Grice
Albert Hawkins
Andrew Phiepher
Will Smith
J. F. Southerland
Joe Creason
Caroline Cassity
Harrison Smith
Wayne Moore
Eva Steen
Smith
Moore
Hunters Take Warning on Mary Williams Farm
Mary Williams warns hunters to stay off her farm using guns traps and dogs and threatens prosecution if trespass continues.
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Mary Williams
Special Coats at Clean Up Prices This Week
Dickinson offers special prices on ladies and children's coats this week. If you haven't bought yet, call to see the savings.
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Dickinson
Expression of Gratitude to Sullivan County Voters
A candidate thanks Sullivan County voters for their loyal support in the recent general election and pledges to faithfully perform the duties of the elected office. The message closes with a sincere expression of thanks.
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Sullivan County
Men’s All Wool Trousers Go On Special This Week
Local shop invites shoppers to view special prices on men’s all wool trousers this week. Wide range of sizes and styles available with discounts highlighted in store.
Linn County Lamb Club profits from 4-H project at fair
The 25 members of the Linn County Lamb Club completed their 4-H exhibits and show a net profit of 751.94 from 85 lambs produced on 72 ewes. Orville Hunt won 7.75 in cash prizes and Mildred Jones 6.50 in the county round up. Total value of lambs was 775.89 and wool 233.88. expenses were 317.85 leaving per member gains of 30.08. Ewes valued at 10 per head. cattle and dairy values noted. poultry flock totals and 1925 production cited.
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Lamb Club
Linn County
J. Roby Hall
Orville Hunt
Mildred Jones
Lim County Lamb Club
Harvey and Neet Stove Line Draws Buyers
Why do we sell so many ranges and heating stoves Because our stoves have the quality and the price Come in and see our line of stoves and heaters Harvey and Neet.
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Harvey and
Neet
Held Family Reunion at Eunice Dearing Home
About twenty five relatives and friends gathered Sunday at the home of Mrs. Eunice Dearing for a family reunion that was planned for September 10 and nine ty second birthday. A bountiful noonday dinner followed by social afternoon concluded as guests departed.
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Eunice Dearing
Tillman Dearing
Bethany
Noah Smith
Galt
Maude Holliday
Kansas City
Otis Smith
Tobe Campbell
Pollock
Roy Downing
Brookfield
Maggie Hillyard
J. Frank Dearing
Payne
Elizabeth Dearing
City
Importance of Poultry in U S Agriculture Falls as Major Crop
The state farming study summarized by Jewel Mayes reports the U S poultry business at 994 million dollars for one year with 525 million from eggs and 469 million from poultry meat. Poultry values exceed most crops, comprising large shares of cotton wheat and corn outputs and far surpassing fruit and potato crops.
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Jewel Mayes
State Board of Agriculture
United States
Revival closes as L. B. Hargrove reports strong turnout
Rev L B Hargrove ended a revival in Winigan on Sunday night with large attentive audiences. Thirty professed conversions were recorded, twenty two joining the Baptist church and nine the Christian church. He praised the meeting and the courteous reception during services.
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Win'gan
L. B. Hargrove
Winigan
the Baptist Church
Christian Church
Hargrove
Potato Yield Advances with Higher Per Acre Output
Potato production in the United States remains a staple crop, reaching about 34 bushels per person. October 1926 reports show an acre yield of 109.6 bushels, above the 1921-25 five year average of 106.49 bushels. Gains are attributed to seed selection, fertilization, cultivation, and rotation.
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United States
Fighting In Frorce Electric Theatre Tonight
A war film by the U S Signal Corps shows doughboys in action from the top through No Man's Land with scenes of shrapnel, gas, and destruction. Part of proceeds benefit the local American Legion Post and admission is 15 and 35 cents, plus a two reel comedy.
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Frorce
U. S. Signal Corps
A. Eok
Uncle Sam
No Man’s Land
American Legion
Legion
Dickinson's 32 Inch Fast Color Ginghams Special Notice
Dickinson's advertises 32 inch fast color ginghams at 15e per yard with emphasis on price and fabric quality.
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Dickinson’s
Missouri to Build New Bridges Over Mississippi
Missouri plans two new high bridges across the Mississippi at Louisiana and Cape Girardeau with a possible highway bridge at Hannibal. Existing Missouri bridge count includes three highway bridges at St. Louis, combined with rail bridges, and a Hannibal deck bridge with rail. Separate railroad bridges exist at Thebes St. Louis Akron and Louisiana.
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Missouri
Mississippi
Mississipp
Louisiana
Cape Girardeau
Hannibal
St. Louis
Father of Waters
Thebes
Akron
For Sale Second Hand Sewing Machines Range and Stove
Two second hand sewing machines and one second hand range are for sale. A Round Oak stove is also offered at bargain prices at Harvey and Neets Hardware.
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Harvey and Neets Hardware
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Teasday
Janes
You
Petit
Kelsey Orchards
Linn County Lamb Club
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