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Newspaper
Browning Leader Record
Location
Browning, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 1906
Page
1
Last Sunday November 18 Charles King died at his home aged ninety nine. He moved from East Tennessee to Missouri as a young man and served in the 23rd Missouri Volunteer Infantry in the Civil War. He leaves several children and his wife, who passed away months ago.
A local reader recalls relief from kidney disease after using Kidney Cure, claiming rapid improvement from bloating and impaired eyesight. The note also mentions Cecil Bingham visiting town and taking advantage of a writing paper offer. he is described as a breeder of short horn cattle.
The Browning article argues for a municipal light plant to power the town, noting Linnens shows self sustaining operation and low rates. It urges careful study, formation of a committee, and a town meeting to decide if the project can advance growth and safety.
Mr Earnest Harold living south of town was kicked on the left leg between the knee and hip while unharnessing horses Saturday evening. Dr Roy Whaley was summoned and reported no serious injury.
The notice lists buyers at S Johnsons sale last Saturday for fine bred Poland China hogs. Buyers include Bert Steele E C Harold Ross Prather S S Spangler Herman Knifong John Gable Russel Martin J W McGee Erna Shepard G W Martin. S Johnson thanks patrons and promotes breeding pure bred Poland China hogs and Shropshire sheep.
News notes from nearby towns report a missing seven year old girl found staying at a friend's house. A Milan football game against Oaklawn College is set for Thanksgiving. The Goodrich stock farm sale in Eldon yields world record pig prices. Local fires and community events are detailed along with a smallpox quarantine enforcement in Marceline.
A historical message urges observing the last Thursday in November as a holy day of prayer and gratitude. It condemns worldly revelry and hunting on Thanksgiving, calls youth to repent, attend church, and seek blessings through humble supplication to God.
J L Kille announces relocation to the rear of Dr Eppersons drug store on the second floor offering deeds mortgages and various notary services. He thanks patrons for past favors and hopes for continued support.
Mr and Mrs Jack Cotter hosted an oyster supper at their Browning area home to honor their son Noah on his 29th birthday. About sixty guests attended and enjoyed the evening before leaving late with best wishes for many more birthdays.
The Kimber family held its annual reunion at Linneys this week, with all children in attendance to honor their parents and recall the days when the family circle was strong. Mr and Mrs Kimber have long lived in the county and raised a large, respected family.
A local notice states hunting with gun or dog on farms is prohibited and will be prosecuted. Names listed include John Marrs Permelia Mars A J Jacobs Wat Smith and Byron Schrock.
Mr and Mrs M M Campbell on a return from visiting relatives near Winigan were jolted when their horse bolted on the town edge. The horse ran several blocks, overturning the buggy and spilling the occupants. They were bruised but not seriously hurt.
A fire at about 9 a.m. Monday destroyed Mrs. Rachel Owens' house six miles east of town. Fire was too advanced to check. Some furniture saved. The origin is unknown but believed caused by a defective flue. Loss partly covered by insurance.
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