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Newspaper
Browning Leader Record
Location
Browning, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1919
Page
4
Advertiser W. P. Carter ships horses and mules from Browning every Saturday. Bring a fat horse or mule by Saturday noon for purchase. thin animals are discouraged. The Browning Leader Record invites local merchants and readers to support the home paper and its advertisers.
After buying another farm I will sell two well improved parcels totaling 220 acres. The 140 acre farm and the 80 acre farm include 100 acres fenced hog tight, with good soil and land that lays well. Both are on a mail route, 14 miles from the school and 10 miles northeast of Browning. For details contact A. A. Hawkins.
The paper notes it normally runs free short church notices but will charge for broader ads. It emphasizes that it pays its quarterage and expects payment for advertising services.
James R. Williams, the new postmaster, oversees repainting and improvements to the post office. The changes aim to a fresh look and 24 hour opening, earning commendation from local readers who praise the long awaited enhancements.
A letter from Cushing Illinois notes recollections of Browning and historic travels in 1873 while a fire erupts in the Van Wye barn in town. The blaze spreads quickly with embers filling the air as a crowd gathers. rain earlier helped limit spread to adjacent structures. local business notices mention a $20 payment to Milan Granite Works and ongoing Browning advertising.
The article emphasizes careful assembly and accurate adjustment of farm implements. It stresses that parts must be complete and correctly placed, and that staff educate buyers on operation, maintenance, and adjustments to ensure long term satisfaction.
A letter from Manly Thomas recalls past days of effort and camaraderie under the hazy shade of the Anhueser Bush. He notes a current dry spell but fondly remembers the great old days with respectful closing.
Governor Frederick Gardner calls Missourians to attend Sunday Schools on October 26 1919 to worship God promote religion morality and patriotism. The nationwide Go to School Day aims to boost community spirit and civic pride in Browning and statewide.
They urge farmers to join the Missouri Farmers Association and form a local Farm Club to buy flour and supplies at wholesale costs and acquire feed and seeds at crop-year prices. Dues are 2.50 for year one and 1.50 for year two with a first-year rebate on the first barrel of flour. Literature and instructions are available from the Missouri Farmer, Columbia, Mo.
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