Browning’s Fair a Bustling Rural Pageant of Here
The sixteenth Browning Street fair drew large crowds despite a gloomy start. Highlights included horse shows, hog and sheep exhibits, cattle displays, school contests, a robust poultry show, and an extensive farm products display. Prizes were awarded by James R. Williams and Mrs. L. F. Cox, with Walter Prather coordinating the grand agricultural exposition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Browning Street Air Association
Browning
Gail Thurlo
James R. Williams
Peterson Bros
Duncan & Co
Walter Crooks
Bandridge
L. F. Cox
Milan
Will Carson
Brookfield
Walter Prather
J.s.head
Leo Neely Weds William H. King
A Bayside autumn wedding at Bayside Methodist Episcopal Church joined Miss Leo Lillian Neely and William H. King. The ceremony was conducted by Rev. Fairbank B. Stockdale and Rev. Fred W. Stacey with about 100 relatives present.
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Bayside Methodist Episcopal Church
Leo Lillian Neely
John W. Neely
Browning, Mo
William H. King
First Street
Bayside
Fairbank B. Stockdale
Fred W. Stacey
St. James’ Methodist Episcopal Church
Manhattan
James B. Moore
Mendelssohn
Opal Ruth Neely
Frank Montfort
Teacher's College
Kirksville, Mo
William King
Flushing High School
Delta Sigma Fraternity
C. E. Shepard Company
Long Island City
Stockdale
Vincents Host a Generous One O'clock Dinner
Mr and Mrs L J Vincent entertained at their home with a sumptuous one oclock dinner. Mrs Vincent announced dinner at one and spread ample to feed a multitude. Guests included Mr and Mrs J C Green of Ft Madison Iowa Mr and Mrs J W Jones and John Mincent.
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L. J. Vincent
J. C. Green
Ft. Madison, Iowa
J. W. Jones
John Mincent
Family of New Boston and G A Taylor Relatives
A reference to the family of New Boston and the G A Taylor family appears in the column, noting relationships and local ties within the community.
Lantz Hosts Two Course Luncheon at Home
Mr and Mrs Lot C Lantz entertained with a two course luncheon at one oclock Monday October 6 at their home. Rev Bitzler of Kansas City Mr and Mrs John T Gibson of Denver Miss Ella Keithley and Miss M Pearl Adams attended.
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Lot C. Lantz
Pleasant Hill Hosts One Dollar Dinner Celebration
Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Hoskins entertained at their home in Pleasant Hill township with a one o'clock dinner. The hostess, an artist in the culinary line, prepared an elaborate menu. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Myers and daughter Margie, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Smith of Youngstown, Mr. and Roy Smith and son Freddie, Mrs. Chris Lambert and son Floyd.
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J. W. Hoskins
Pleasant Hill Township
Andrew Myers
Daugiter
Margie
Frank Smith
Youngstown
Roy Smith
Freddie
Chris Lambert
Floyd
The Lucky Thirteen at a Remarkable Gathering
A guest recalls a party with six ladies and seven gentlemen where the number thirteen was said to be unlucky but all thirteen guests appeared lucky. All attendees shared medical details including appendixes tonsils and adenoids and none of the women wore bobbed hair.
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Ben
Sewing Club Hosts Mrs Calhoun for Afternoon
Mrs Kate Calhoun entertained the Sewing Club on Wednesday of last week. Several members and visitors attended and were glad to welcome Mrs Frank Dearing. The afternoon was enjoyable and a two course luncheon was served. the dining room was artfully decorated for the occasion.
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Kate Calhoun
Sewing Club
Frank Dearing
Calhoun
Ladies Exchange Handwork Display by Mrs Henry Hanman
Mrs Henry Hanman invites visitors to street fair days to view a line of needle work china painting and various hand crafts in her shop offering a small display of crafted items for sale.
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Henry Hanman
Browning Farm Club Stockholders Meet Elect Directors
Notice lists the fifth annual meeting of Browning Farm Club at Electric Theatre on Tuesday October 28 1924. Conference starts 9 a m and lasts about three hours to elect a board of directors for the coming year and address other business as needed. J M Thurlo president J P Bolling secretary.
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Browning Farm Club
Electric Theatre
J. M. Thurlo
J. P. Bolling
Farmers Store Promotes Men and Young Men's Suits
Merchants advertise a large stock of men s and young men s suits with two real lines. New fall and winter suits are offered at The Farmers Store.
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Farmers Store
Childhood recollections of early Missouri settlers told by Mrs Mullins
A reader recalls life near Ed Christy’s place seven decades ago. She describes hog farming, deer and wolf activity, hazel thickets, wild fruit and snakes, and trips to Scottsville for mail. She reflects on Browning and local rivals, closing with a note about future reminiscences.
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Old
Missouri
Ed Christy
Hazle
Lot
Jake
Dave
Browning
Old Scottsville
Brunswick
Old Browning
Old Bob Smith
Lamar
Colo
Colorado
Bob
Apples for sale in orchard with cider by Harry Neff
List describes Jonathon Ben Davis and Sloan apples plus plenty of sweet cider for sale. Purchases arranged by phone or at home. Prices stated as right. Harry Neff is the contact.
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Jonathon
Ben Davis
Sloan
Harry
Neff
Congressman Lozier Visits County Fair and Hamilton School
Carrollton physician H E Epperson announces return to medicine and open practice at Home or Nevins Drug Store. Congressman Ralph F Lozier stopped in Saturday, chose social visits over a speech, and spoke to a large crowd at Hamilton school house in the evening.
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Lozier
Ralph F. Lozier
Carrollton
Our Fair
Hamilton School House
Nevins
H. E. Epperson
M. D
Brassfield Hog Sale Move to Green Front Barn
J. W. Brassfield and Son announce a Chester White hog sale at Green Front Barn Browning on Saturday October 18 shifting from their farm northwest of town. The location change aims to convenience for a large crowd and to improve hog sale prices due to easier shipping. Read the ad and attend.
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Brassfield
Green Front
Browning
Tailormade Suits Offered By The Farmers Store
The Farmers Store invites customers to get measured for suits from two top tailoring houses and guarantees a proper fit.
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Farmers Store
Judge Frazier Injured In Wagon Accident
Judge Frazier fell from his wagon while hauling corn on a steep hill when weak brakes failed. He was thrown clear as his mules struggled, his leg was crushed under the wheels, and he received medical care at home and is recovering.
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Judge Frazier
Rooms For Rent in Mrs Jessee’s Former House
Five rooms available for rent previously occupied by Mrs. Ann Jessee. Prospective tenants invited to view. Contact Mrs. Laura Newton for details and visits.
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Ann Jessee
Laura Newton
Bank Examiner Visits Local District Bank
Joe McElwain state bank examiner of this district is here this week performing duties. He spoke of the new bank coming along nicely and noted his prior tenure at Peoples Bank where he made many friends in the community.
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Joe McElwain
Peoples Bank
Also Mentioned on This Page
Browning’s
Jay Powell
R.J. Powell
W.w.prather
W.h.cassity
Grover Garrett
Dan Purdin
Lon Pulliam
M. W. Prather
Ross Riddle
W. E. Jenkins
Earl Drake
H.a.hamilton
J.d.lay
John Gooch
Hy M .Lambert
P. A. Brassfield
Wm. Pulliam
Earl Nickell
R.j.powell
W.e.pace
Jonaathon
R. G. Shouse
R.j.shouse
W. G. Lambert
J.M. Fishback
Human Race
H. Clay Jones
Archie Havens
Vivian Gooch
Barbara Bailey
Pauline Jenkins
Eula Maggart
Daisy Goins
Emma Bailey
Bailey Sisters
Leo Neely
Mrs
J.w.neely
P. C. Mullins
Sol
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