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Browning Leader Record

Location

Browning, Missouri, United States of America

Date

Oct 12, 1939

Page

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Johnson William Johnson obituary details life and funeral

Joseph William Johnson born near Scottsville Missouri on December 11 1863 died October 3 1939 at 3 20 pm He married Lizzie Cotter in 1891 and they had one son Otto Tharon Johnson He lived mainly around Browning Missouri with two years near Brookfield Missouri Surviving relatives include wife Lizzie son Otto and his wife two grandchildren Donald and Doris Lee two foster children Russell and Harvey Cotter one great grandchild Virginia Cotter a brother William Sylvester Johnson two sisters Missouri A Butcher two half sisters Berthenia Watson and Pearl Lee two half brothers Edd and George Johnson Other relatives and friends Funeral held at home on Sunday October 8 at 2 pm conducted by Rev O B Hobbs with a large gathering A choir several people in charge of flowers and eight pallbearers Interment Jenkins Cemetery under A J River Funeral Home.

Joseph William Johnson Scottsville Missouri Lizzie Martha Cotter Browning Otto Tharon Johnson Brookfield Lizzie Johnson Otto Johnson Donald Doris Lee Johnson Guy Cotter Russell Harvey Cotter Virginia Cotter Albany Oregon William Sylvester Johnson Milan Missouri A. Butcher Edward Williams J. R. Williams B. H. Peterson Lorraine Glaze Lorane Taylor Nina Clair Taylor Elsie Smith Alma Cotter Jas. Buswell George Taylor Forrest Hamilton S. J. Bartow Wm. Murphy Nile Bauer Rex Hooker Eddie Morelock Jenkins Cemetery A. J. River

In Loving Memory of Joseph William Johnson

We thank friends and neighbors for their love and sympathy after the death of our husband and father Joseph William Johnson. Your kindness cannot be measured in this life but will have its reward in heaven. Mrs. J. W. Johnson O. T. Johnson and family.

Joseph William Johnson

Mrs G F Hill Remembered for Faithful Life at Browning

Mrs. G F Hill nee Nora E Garrett born September 21 1881 in Tennessee died September 25 1939 at her Browning Missouri home aged 58 years four days She joined the Savior as a youth and remained faithful She married G F Hill April 1 1899 and had six children four living Hardy Hill Carrollton Ky Otto Hill Browning Mo Mrs Dollie Lambert Purdin Mo and James Hill also two grandchildren Survived by husband four children two grandchildren and many friends Funeral at the Christian Church in Purdin on September 27 conducted by Rev.

Nora E. Garrett Hardin Carthena Garrett Tennessee Browning Sister Hill G. F. Hill Hardy Hill Carrollton Otto Hill Dollie Lambert Purdin James Hill Christian

Obituary Notice for Kern of St. Joseph

The statement notes that Kern of St. Joseph was interred, with burial taking place in the Purdi n cemetery.

Card of Thanks for Mrs G F Hill

We extend heartfelt thanks to neighbors and friends who aided us during the sickness and death of our wife and mother Mrs. G F Hill May Gods blessings be with you G F Hill and children

G. F. Hill

For Sale Circassian walnut bedroom and oak dining suite

Used furniture in good condition. Circassian finish walnut bed room suite includes bed dresser with mirror and chest of drawers. Dining room suite features solid oak extension table and chairs with Spanish leather seats and a buffet with mirror. Viewing at my home.

Mary Marthas Weiner Roast at Bailey Home

The Mary Marthas and families gathered October 2 at Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Bailey’s country home for a weiner roast with marshmallows onions mustard buns popcorn and hot coffee. Guests included Rev. Orval Hamman and visitors Mr. and Mrs. Hank Thurlo and Mrs. Merle Hess and children.

Mary Marthas H. C. Bailey Herbert Noel Orval Hamman Hank Thurlo Merle Hess Carl Drake Nelson Edgar Carter Gene Eva Doris Jas. Neet Wm. DeVore Raymond Lantz McCormick Noel Lay Nora Jean Bonnie Zoe Ben Peterson Ray Duane Ray Kelley Monroe Gwendolyn Lora Carter Joanne Vern Jones CLR

New Dry Goods Arriving at Gooch's Store

A shipment of new dry goods arrives this week at Gooch's Store. Retailers invite customers to visit and compare prices on a complete line of groceries fresh meats fruits and vegetables available this season.

Gooch

Browning Farm Club to Hold 20th Annual Meeting

Notice states the Browning Farm Club will convene its twentieth annual stockholders meeting at the Electric Theatre in Browning Missouri on Monday October 16 1939 at 10 a m for at least three hours or until objectives are reached. The agenda includes electing a five member board for the ensuing year and any other business that may arise. Van B Arnold secretary.

Browning Farm Club Electric Theatre Browning Missouri van B. Arnold

Mrs W I Langdon Remembered On Birthday

On Monday Mrs. W. I. Langdon celebrated her 83rd birthday at home in the city. Her children and grandchildren attended Sunday bringing baskets of food. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. John Hollen Jacksonville Mrs. Roy Langdon and four sons near Dawn Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Langdon and children Mr. and Mrs. Voris Langdon and son west of Purdin Mr. and Mrs. Lot Langdon and son Green City Mrs. Minerva Pipes Rev. and Mrs. O. B. Hobbs and L. C. The group departed late, wishing many more happy birthdays.

W. I. Langdon Langdon John Hollen Jacksonville Roy Langdon Ernest Langdon Voris Langdon West of Purdin

Pie Supper Walnut Grove October 20 Program

Walnut Grove hosts a pie supper on October 20 with a program. George Anna Moffitt is listed as a teacher and organizer inviting all to attend.

Walnut Grove George Anna Moffitt

Sunday Guests Bring Wide Tally of Attendees

Sunday visitors included Mr and Mrs Frank Roach hosting Are vene Dunlap from Montesano Washington and W A Dunlap family. Also present were Harris Glaze Kane Michealson Herman Harris Abstrokee Montana guests Desson Clem Johnson Johnson Harris Brown family and several others from multiple states.

Frank Roach W. A. Dunlap Arevene Montesano Wash Harris Glaze Ralph Michealson Kane Detroit Mich Herman Harris Abstrokee Montana E A. Desson Isaac Clem Clarence W. S. Johnson Milan Johnie Johnson Kansas City Lester Harris Jacob Floyd Brown Lillian Leilia Ora Carlos Harris

Put New Roof on Kaifong Church

Pleasant day enjoyed by all as members plan roof work at Kaifong Church scheduled for Friday October 13. Ladies will serve dinner. if rain, work moves to the following Monday.

Bridge Dinner Hosts Honor Kirksville Guests

Bide-A-Wee hosts Mr. and Mrs. Jas. P. Bolling entertained Kirksville visitors Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Becker and members of Bide-A-Wee Club plus spouses with a Friday bridge dinner. Attending were Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Bailey Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Calhoun Mr. and Mrs. C. B. Fleming Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Gooch Dr. and Mrs. W. D. Grice Mr. and Mrs. J. N. Neet Mr. and Mrs. A. D. Peterson and Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Williams. High score favors went to Mrs. Fleming and Mr. Calhoun.

Jas. P. Bolling C. H. Becker Kirksville Edgar Carter H. C. Bailey J. H. Calhoun C. B. Fleming C. W. Gooch W. D.grice J. N. Neet A. D. Peterson J. R. Williams Fleming Calhoun

Well Blocks Special Price Offer

Dewey Miller advertises a limited sale on well blocks with a special price while stock lasts. Local customers are urged to act quickly to secure the discount before supplies run out.

Dewey Miller

Adams-Wesley class hosts meeting at Methodist Church

Mrs Margaret Smith and Mrs Ira Nevins led the Adams Wesley class session on October 6. After a lengthy business meeting refreshments were served. Attending were Mesdames Edna Forbes Lillian Bennett Jennie Lumsden Genevieve Prather Almeda Bartow Beverly Moore Reba Nickell Dorothy Sayre Margaret Smith VassNyins and Miss Judith Moore.

Margaret Smith Ira Nevins Adams-Wesley Methodist Church Mesdames Edna Forbes Lillian Bennett Jennie Lumsden Genevieve Prather Almeda Bartow Beverly Moore Reba Nickell Dorothy Sayre Margaret Smith VassNyins Judith Moore

Democratic Judge Candidate P. M. Marr Seeks Twelfth Circuit Seat

A Milan based attorney announces filing for the Democratic nomination for Judge of the Twelfth Judicial Circuit. Born 1896, he has 18 years of general legal practice, served as Milan city attorney and Sullivan County prosecutor, and holds multiple bar association roles. He urges voter support and pledges to uphold duties if elected.

Twelfth Judicial Circuit Milan Law School University of Missouri Sullivan County Democratic County Committee Supreme Court Missouri State Bar Association State Bar Association Sullivan County Bar Association Twelfth Dirtt Bar Association Missouri Bar Association The American Bar Nation P. M. Marr

Hybrid corn test at Shouse Farm near Linn Center School

Wallace Shouse hosts a 30 variety hybrid corn test harvestable November 13 with weighing at 10 AM and 2 PM and discussions on strains. Yields estimate 75 to 125 bushels per acre as Linn Center Booster Women’s Extension serves lunch. fruits of the county’s best seed selection for 1940 planting. John T. Gibson Myrtie Gibson and Josephine Standiford report a mountain trip October 2 describing Colorado scenery and cabins.

Wallace Shouse Linn Center School Linn Center Booster Womens Extension Club Plymouth Idaho Springs Virginia Canon Etcho Lake Rockies Bear Creek Canon John T. Gibson Myrtie Gibson Josephine Standiford

A Happy Gathering Among Williams Family Kin

A week ago Monday C C Williams welcomed visitors after the 2 o clock train. Ed White of Washington and his wife and son Noble met him and spoke of the Chas White family. On Tuesday a great day was enjoyed at Williams home with many relatives present, including Ed White and son Noble from Washington, Hamilton, Elmer White, Bev and Glenn Gooch, Kenneth Williams and children, and C C Williams. The Whites planned visits to Oklahoma California and Oregon before returning home.

C. C. Williams Chas. White Mr. White Ed White Washington Minnesota Illinois Missouri Noble Herbert Hamilton Elmer White Bev Gooch Glenn Gooch Kenneth Williams C.C. Williams Oklahoma California Oregon

Get Acquainted Club Meets For All Day Quilting Session

The Get Acquainted Club gathered with Mrs. Hazel Dodson for an all day meeting on Wednesday. Members quilted on a wheel of fortune quilt, embroidered towels, and tacked carpet rags. Visitors included Mr. and Mrs. G M Spencer and son Clifford of Cora, Jim Spencer of Milan, and Ernest Dodson.

Hazel Dodson G. M. Spencer Clifford Cora Jim Spencer Milan Ernest Dodson

Timothy Seed For Sale In Home Grown Recleaned Batch

Local advertisement from D. G. Freeland promoting Timothy seed for sale at 2.00 dollars per bushel while supplies last. The notice emphasizes home grown recleaned seed and price details.

D. G. Freeland

Colorado Hills Inspire a Letter From Wheat Ridge

A writer in Wheat Ridge Colorado on October 3 1939 shares a scenic glimpse of Colorado’s beauty addressed to Mr and Mrs Woodward of Browning Missouri. The note evokes a hillside trip and the desire to pass along the landscape’s charm.

Colorado Wheatridge Colorado

Visits By Hendry Family In Winslow

Mrs A C Hendry with Marilyn Sue and Robert Carlton visit Winslow Arizona to stay with her parents Mr and Mrs Andrew Myers and relatives. They plan to return home Friday.

A.C. Hendry Marilyn Sue Robert Carlton Winslow Arizona Andrew Myers

G. P. Club Hosts 4-H Boys Weiner Roast at Rocky Ford

General Purpose Club entertained Scottsville 4-H boys with a Friday night weiner roast at Rocky Ford on October 6. About 52 people attended despite threatening weather as wood was prepared and thirty pounds of weiners were roasted with coffee. The guest list included Mr. and Mrs. Hank Thurlo and family and many other members. two 4-H boys were absent.

G. P. Club General Purpose Scottsville Rocky Ford Dewayne Billie Crowdis R. Thurlo Eugene Glen Freeland Nyle J. T. Hoselton Ray and Paul Hank Oliver John Helen Maurice Lantz Ronald Julia Ann Gale Thurlo Henry Arthur Vor Langdon Charles Virginia Lou Warner Brassfield Shirley Edger Hoselton Earl Keith Hank Thurlo Everett Dowdy Ross Lantz Della Hoselton Nelson Brassfield Rose E Powell Imogene Nellie Betty Clinton J. W. McQuown Leeman Fuller Billie le Hess

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Johnson Home J. W. Johnson O. T. Johnson and Family Bide-A P.M. Marr Shouse Farm Get
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