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Newspaper
Browning Leader Record
Location
Browning, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1929
Page
1
Sunday crowd watched Milan lose to the Eagles of Moberly by six to three after delayed start and five innings of brisk play. The article notes strong pitching, a late-arriving Moberly squad, and a hearty turnout despite darkness.
Miss Eva Julana Riddle and Herald A. Lambert were married Sunday at 1 p.m. October 20, 1929, with Brother Lewis M. Clark issuing the vows. The couple, both praised by family and community, will reside briefly at the groom’s father’s home. The bride’s family hosted a large dinner after the ceremony.
Notice states the Browning Farm Club will hold its tenth annual stockholders meeting at the Electric Theater in Browning Missouri on the date to be arranged. The notice seeks attendance of stockholders and outlines meeting purposes and related details.
On Sunday October 21 Mrs H Dickinson entertained a small group with a one o clock dinner. Guests included Mr and Mrs H N Thurlo Mr and Mrs K M Duncan Mr and Mrs V C Thurlo and children John Clifton and Joyce Mrs Josie Jones Mrs Gerturde Fields and Misses Oma Atkins and Beverly Duncan.
Mr and Mrs J B Harvey and Mrs Jennie Eppersin hosted a six o clock dinner on Thursday Oct 17 at the Harvey home. Guests included Chas Pur din L W Hummel Nova Morris J N Neet Guy Adams Press Brass field W H Dickinson Nona Clair Harvey James Neet and Raymond and Josephine DeVore. Lavender color decor enhanced the elegant meal. The pleasant association will linger in the memory of the guests.
Mr and Mrs J H Calhoun entertained Sunday at 1 o clock for guests including Mr and Mrs L W Hummel Miss Ella Keithley Mr and Mrs J D Lay Miss Ruth Lay Mr and Mrs J N Neet Harvey James and Nona Neet. Guests praised the day calling them ideal entertainers and noting a late departure.
Mr and Mrs J P Bolling entertained Sunday October 20 with a two course dinner for Dr and Mrs W D Grice and sons Phillip Bond and John William Mr and Mrs W F Peters Miss Genevie Oaks and Miss Winiferd Bevier.
Sunday, October 20, Mr. and Mrs. L. C. Lantz entertained at their home with an elaborate one o clock dinner. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. C. R. Lantz, Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Lantz, Mr. and Mrs. Maurice Lantz, Mrs. May McClelland, and Mrs. A. A. Healy. The hostess was assisted by her husband and guests departed praising the entertaining.
Special sale announced for Saturday October 26 featuring 2 lb Tom Thumb crackers for 29 cents 2 lb graham crackers 29 cents and shell macaroni 10 cents per pound at Farmers Store.
Effie Maude McQuown, daughter of J W P and Julia McQuown, born October 2 1876 in Sullivan county Missouri near Browning and died October 17 1929 at age 53. She married C J Ingraham February 3 1901 and had three children Cayis Hazel Lyle. She joined the M E C S church in 1890, lived devoutly, and leaves husband three children her mother Julia E McQuown a brother C L McQuown a sister Edith Adams two grandchildren and many friends. Funeral at M E Church Thursday with Rev Rudloff officiating. Interment in Knifong cemetery. The community mourns.
We thank friends for kindnesses shown during illness death and burial of our wife mother daughter and sister Effie Maude Ingraham and for the floral offerings. C J Ingraham and Children Mrs Julia E McQuown C L McQuown Mrs Edith Adams
Notice for M W A Camp No 2614 Regular Lodge meeting to be held Friday night October 25 with Consul presiding. Members urged to attend and participate in planned proceedings.
Pie supper held at the Dickinson School House on Thursday night October 24 with a short program prepared. Everyone welcome. Edith Dickinson, Teacher.
A newspaper man notes the discouraging stance of nonadvertisers who claim customers already know their business and see no need to advertise. The article argues advertising attracts new patrons and sustains demand beyond familiar regulars.
Dr. Palm's Dates Guaranteed glasses offered at low prices. Promotions list events in Milan on November 4 with Linneus on the 5th.
Roy T. Jones warns that hunting with guns dogs or traps is strictly forbidden on his farm and applies to all trespassers. He emphasizes violation risks and urges respect for property boundaries.
The notice details a sale at J H Dunlap’s farm located 64 miles northeast of the city. Items include stock, poultry, furniture, and other articles. The sale is scheduled for October 28 due to Mrs Dunlap’s ill health and upcoming winter departure.
The Sewing Club met with Mrs. J N Neet last Wednesday for a happy afternoon. Invited guests included Mrs. A B Whaley of Kansas City Mrs. B J Harvey of Excelsior Springs Mrs W F Peters Mrs S C Lantz Mrs Cecil Taylor and Miss Lorraine Glaze. The hostess served a two course lap luncheon.
Mrs. Evelyn Haymaker died Wednesday morning at her daughter Mrs B W Whaley home after a period of failing health. The community expresses sympathy. Funeral arrangements had not been made at press time.
A pie supper will be held in Scottsville on Friday night November 1 with a prize for the best cipherer. Everyone is cordially invited. Doris Fanning, Teacher.
Pastor Rev. A F Klause will preach at North Salem Sunday Oct 27 morning at 10 o clock Mt Hope at 3 pm and Bethel at 7 30 pm All are invited to attend these services Church services led by A F Klause with Sunday School at 10 am in North Salem
One set of high wood wheels for a two inch wagon listed for sale by Guy L Peters Import Company. Wheels described as Weber wheels and offered at a cheap price.
Group Two of the Missouri Bankers Association met at City Hall Auditorium Chillicothe on Wednesday October 16 with many bankers present. Delegates from Caldwell Chariton Daviess Grundy Linn Livingston Mercer Putnam and Sullivan counties attended chaired by J M Sullivan and secretary E R Hauser. The program featured readings prayers minutes and talks on association benefits community interests and protecting depositors. An evening banquet and dance followed at local churches and the City Hall with attendees from several towns.
A promotional notice from The Gress Studio in Brookfield Missouri invites readers to book portraits as Christmas gifts. It stresses personalized, life like portraits of the individual as they are now, claiming uniqueness and lasting sentiment, urging appointments soon.
Herbert C. Bailey of this city runs the Bailey Maytag Co with branches in several towns. A roomy headquarters east of the Post Office invites friends to visit the office and note the company’s ad.
A city firm backs the Horns printer with advertising and printed matter such as letter heads and envelopes. The company shows strong loyalty to the local newspaper and its services.
The Central West Missouri Telephone Company promotes its long distance service, noting you can call from the United States to Europe and beyond with clearer transmission. Buck Penick, local manager, invites customers to ask about affordable calling options and how to place calls efficiently.
Mr. and Mrs. Herman Lambert hosted an infare dinner for their son Herald Lambert and his wife on October 20. Attendees included Mr. and Mrs. Robert Lambert and children, Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Lambert and children, Mrs. Qna Lambert and children, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Barrows and daughter, and others. Guests left praising the day.
The sixty fourth annual Sun day School Convention will convene in Springfield on November 22, per H W Becker general secretary of the Missouri Sunday School Council of Religious Education. The event typically gathers fifteen hundred to two thousand Sunday school workers from Protestant denominations, with attendance rising toward a high water mark this year.
One Overland four touring car, 1923 model, in number one condition. Just overhauled. Sold by Guy L. Peters, Imp. Co.
A reflective note from The Gress Studio Brookfield Massachusetts about portraits capturing loved ones as memories for the future and the role of doctors undertakers in life’s grief.
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