01 Oct 1914
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Newspaper
Browning Leader Record
Location
Browning, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1914
Page
1
A piece urging personal initiative toward owning a home and self-improvement. It argues that land values rise, home ownership builds citizenship and responsibility, and work plus opportunity unlock personal potential. It cites Henry Ward Beecher and Daniel Webster as examples and stresses using spare moments for self-betterment.
Prominent American men have earned distinction by using their spare moments. The article notes that daily discipline and leveraging free time contribute to achievement and public recognition across various fields.
The U S Department of Agriculture issued Seed Corn Bulletin No 415 offering free guidance as Missouri farmers prepare seed corn before frost. The State Agriculture Secretary says selecting seed corn in the field can earn a dollar per minute by boosting next year’s yield and saving costs.
Notice of the 13th annual stockholders meeting of the Peoples Bank at Browning Missouri on October 29 1914. The meeting convenes at 9 a m and lasts at least three hours to elect eleven directors for the ensuing year and to transact any other business before the meeting. A E Lambert L Gibgon are signatories.
The notice thanks many customers for promptly calling and settling accounts and urges those still owing to call and settle, stating the author needs payment.
B L Powell offers wood and shop services from his workshop south of Bailey's poultry house. He advertises extensive experience and invites inquiries for all kinds of wood work.
Property comprises 105 acres of well improved land six miles from the nearest town. Describes fertile soil and suitable for traditional farming plus potential for development. Pricing and terms available upon request.
War in Europe raises prices and optimism in Missouri farming. September 1 report by crop reporters from the Board of Agriculture notes a 5 percent drop in wheat acres for 1915 but forecasts increased wheat acreage as war abroad stiffens farm resolve. Federal and state authorities cite October 1 as a crucial deadline.
The Bucklin Herald highlights seasonal life in the state praising fall and winter contrasts while noting a local businessman, a Hillsdale staple, who sells over 23 million dollars in implements and a carload of grain drills. His large wagon and buggy stock and affordable prices bolster his prominence and customer trust.
During last week’s circuit court, Judge Fred Lamb ordered that all parties seeking to end their marriage must pay a fee before their divorce petition would be accepted. The Circuit Clerk A. D. Morrison received the decree and promises to enforce the payment rule.
The Golden Prairie Herald of Burns Wyoming reports on E E Gibeon a Hillsdale resident for six years. The item notes his connection to Burns and the Hillsdale area as part of a local news snippet.
Friday night October 30 is proclaimed organization night in Linn county. The motto Let the river be burning in all the houses of the state. Home and Improvement Clubs are urged to organize at the meeting. A Baronety program should be arranged with patrons of districts taking a leading part. Authorities anticipate at least four thousand people present at these meetings. End of report notes Linn county turnout.
The Boy's Restaurant announces it has purchased the F. S. Burner, expanding its operations with a new ownership arrangement.
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