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Newspaper
Browning Leader Record
Location
Browning, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Nov 18, 1920
Page
1
A long reader column urges safer behavior from children near roads and critiques town upkeep through questions of curb appeal. It compares stranger impressions, warns against roadside dangers, and laments coal price shocks while offering guidance on discouragement and resilience.
A residence and about eight acres of land in Browning offered for sale. Terms and price available on inquiry with J. B. F. Wampler.
We thank friends and neighbors for kindness shown during the death and burial of our husband and father. Gratitude for the floral offerings. Mrs. C. F. Alexander, G. J. Alexander.
A. A. Brehm advertises a large farm sale on Friday November 26 as he moves to town soon after selling his property. The sale includes cattle and other goods. Leo E. Jones also offers livestock and items at the same sale, jointly creating a sizable event likely to attract many buyers.
Milan Granite Works advertises policy to save customers the agent's commission on memorial and cemetery work. The note invites calls to shop at the business, claims last June prices on stock, and offers to trade without home visits.
A diary style recounts a week of small town events. Entries describe an argument about rumors, a speeding arrest with a humorous excuse, a planned visit by a mother in law, a mysterious anonymous letter, a new baby brother, reflections on wealth and buying power, a home visit by relatives, and late night house guests.
The article praises the Red Cross and mothers who support crippled servicemen in army and navy hospitals and aid disaster victims. It urges readers to continue backing the organization with health, cheer, and care for those in need.
Through the membership fee appeal the Red Cross asks Sullivan County residents to join between Armistice Day and Thanksgiving. The Sullivan County drive starts November 18 with county teachers directing neighborhood rolls calls. Mail dues to the nearest school teacher to receive a receipt.
A California resident, Mrs. C. K. Walters of Elsinore, sends $1.50 as payment for the newspaper. She apologizes for the late remittance and says she enjoys the home paper.
Tuesday visit by B F Thompson of Winigan to advertise a Saturday sale of his registered Aberdeen Angus cattle at his Winigan barn. The notice promises a fine lot and urges attendance. Also mentions Gold Bellars on track and a car of Gold Dollars flour at $3.25 per sack from Farmers Store.
Mr Car Owner warned of cold weather and invited to bring curtains needing new windows for repair by A A Pipes. The message promises tip top restoration services.
Mrs Lila Williams hosted Chapter V P E D on November 10 with a business session and a program on Women in Philanthropy led by Mrs America Fleming. Vocal selections by Mrs Ethelyn Haymaker delighted attendees. guests included Mrs Emma Phillips and daughter Mary of Ford Washington and Mrs Mariyn Gooch. A hot lunch followed. Next meeting with Mrs Lorene Whaley.
The Burlington launched an early Sunday freight to aid livestock shippers with quicker access to the Chicago market. Browning and Son supplied two loads, Everett Lambert four, and B P Christy two, reviving a train once considered the line’s best service and dependent on patronage to continue.
Elias Wilson Cokerham dies November 8 1920 at age 86 after long illness. Born in North Carolina and Kentucky frontier years he moved to Missouri as a child trained as a carpenter. He married Analizer Owens, then Mary Jane Chatman, then Martha Emery Dillon with eleven children. A Church of Christ member he left four sons seven daughters and many grandchildren. Funeral held at Church of Christ with burial in Purdi n Cemetery. resolutions extend sympathy to family and Browning Leader Record editors.
The Sewing Club met at the pleasant home of Mrs. Lorene Whaley on Wednesday November 3rd. Guests included Miss Maude Fields Mrs. Etta Smith and Mrs. Hermia F Adams. Mrs Whaley assisted by her mother Mrs Haymaker served a two course lunch. All spent a delightful afternoon.
In memory of C F Alexander the patrons of R F D 2 express sympathy for the bereaved. Through storm and icy weather our faithful carrier toiled, but his work on earth is ended and his spirit is with God. His song and cheery smile will be missed as he passed our home each day.
Resolutions from the M E C S honor Fred Alexander death. The church and Sunday school mourn his loss as a faithful teacher treasurer and helper, recalling his virtues and Christian life. Members sustain community in grief and remember his service.
For sale 11 head of yearling steers and 3 thoroughbred male hogs, April pigs sired by Big Bob weighing 755 pounds. Contact Joe Creason in Purdin for details. The rest is a political letter about home papers and subscription support.
Wayne B. Fields and Miss Grace Neet were married by Rev. J. D. Shook at the M. E. Church South parsonage on Monday night. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. S. Neet of Taylor township. The groom is son of Sen. and Mrs. E. B. Fields, formerly a World War veteran now rural carrier on route four. They will reside at the groom’s parents’ home in town. The Leader-Record offers congratulations and best wishes.
Money saved is the main sell. Trade at the Farmers Store to cut costs and maximize value with every item. Loyalty and price cuts are highlighted as key draws for shoppers seeking bargains.
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