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Newspaper
Browning Leader Record
Location
Browning, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1913
Page
1
The sixth annual Browning Street Fair opened Friday with heavy rain and mud but crowds still gathered as exhibits began. Poultry and corn contests drew praise, with J P Hanley and S D Johnson among top winners. a baby show attracted wide attention and local bands provided music despite inclement weather.
John M. Gilmer of Duncan township Sullivan county Missouri died Monday night October 20 after a long illness. He was born December 20 1850 and married to Mary Purdin. two children survive Mrs Harvey Dunkin and W P Gilmer. Funeral services were held Tuesday at 3 pm at the Pur din cemetery following services by his M E C South pastor.
W S Shackleford of Corydon Iowa and Miss Anna Kollasch of south of town were married in Milan on October 15 after obtaining a license. The couple returned to Corydon that afternoon. Anna is daughter of Mr and Mrs Joseph Kollasch. The LEADER RECORD extends best wishes.
A local veterinarian reports from five weeks of cases about horses dying linked to eating unprocessed corn husks. He cites sixty one direct observations and consultations with other vets, urging farmers to prevent horses from consuming leftover husks during corn gathering.
Dr Bartlett warns that corn fodder ends and wormy cob portions are largely indigestible and harmful to horses. He notes deaths arise from neglect and poor veterinary care, and urges proper muzzle sizing to prevent horses from chewing harmful ear ends.
Mrs W M Putnam aged 49 5 27 died at home in Chillicothe on Tuesday Oct 14 after a long illness Born Fannie M Atkins March 15 1864 in Raverwood Virginia She married William M Putnam April 17 1888 in Sullivan County Missouri They had five children Beulah Irvin Hugh Garnett Virginia who died young The family moved to Chillicothe five years ago They joined Elm Street M E Church South 15 years ago She leaves husband two sons and daughters one aged mother and two brothers Funeral Thursday 10 30 am at her home 118 E Clay St conducted by Elm Street Church South burial at Reger Missouri
Ten steers shown by the College of Agriculture, University of Missouri, at Sedalia's Missouri State Fair won ten first prizes. Queen's Councilor, a Shorthorn calf, was class winner, breed champion, and grand champion steer. All animals will be returned to the college.
Sunday school at 10 o clock invites all to attend. Epworth League at 6 30 led by Marjorie Rinehart. Prayer meeting Thursday at 7 30. Choir practice Friday evening. W G Hooper of Milan will represent the Anti Saloon League at the church Tuesday evening October 28. Public invited to attend and participate. Marion Moore pastor.
Mr and Mrs J W Hoskins returned Friday from a trip to Brinkley and other Arkansas points. Hoskins recalls seeing an odd array of chickens leather harnesses and a Wan that fed a break on it. Teg Browning looks as good to.
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