Building Boom Sparks Growth in Town
The town reports a building boom with new homes by F. Alexander A. Healey and J. W. Field progressing, plus remodeling by Mrs. Myra Allen and Minnie Duncan. Cement work, a new two story residence, and school heating upgrades are noted as large improvements. Demand for houses remains high with many seeking rentals, and calls for a commercial club and new development along Main street. Earnest McCollum visits from Helena, Oklahoma before returning home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jas. E. Marvin
L. W. Hummel
E. A. Jones
J. W. Field
Guy Peters
F. A. Fleming
Wm. Moore
Wm. Harvey
Main Street
Roll of Honor names supporters of the Leader-Record
A list of subscribers and supporters is published naming individuals and routes across multiple towns from Emmer Lantz to J. B. Fleming. The tribute asks readers to check the tag for their own name and to note appreciation for encouragement and loyal readers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leader-Record
Emmer Lantz
Cora
J. B Christy
Hydro
Okla
Thos. McCown
City
L. G. Schrock
Hart Line
Wash
W. H
St. Louis
C. A. Sides
John Jennings Cora
Sarah Lark Norwood
Roxie Rogers
C. Jenkins
Purdin
Wm Kaifong
Tucumcari
New Mex
Jas. E. Merrick
O. H. Jacobs
Sedalia
P. A. Brassfield
J. M. Moore
C. H. Wallace
John Burwell
Ben Barrows
Castor
Alta
Canada
R. Deskins
North Salem
G. L. Nickell
Connell Wash
N. L. Butler
J. B. Fleming
Linneus
Taft Cabinet Crisis Amid Insurgent Surge
Uncle Reuben's Letter notes renewed turmoil in the Taft administration after insurgent wins in Kansas. Ballinger and Aldrich under pressure, Cannon facing pressure to resign, Murray urged as chief adviser, and Cranes gym tour signals Beltway shifts. Also cites California insurgent victory and Speaker Cannon's farewell to longtime supporters. Family reunion details close the piece.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Taft
Kansas
Republican Party
Murray
Allus
Cannon
Ballinger
California
Pinchot
Agin McKinlay
McKinlay
Pat
Congress
Causin
Murry Crane
New York
Roosvelt
Jim Sherman
Teddy Mebdy
Reuben
Woman Fatally Burned After Infant's Match Accident
Sunday evening Mrs. N. L. Butler was burned when a lit match ignited her dress. Passerby A. M. Summers removed the flames but she suffered extensive skin burns. Doctors Van Wye and Eppér yon treated her, but she died Tuesday evening from her injuries.
Community meeting to clean White Oak cemetery grounds
Notice calls all interested parties to meet at White Oak cemetery on Saturday morning September 10 to clear the grounds and repair the fence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
White Oak Cemetery
Woolery-Stinson Wedding in Linneus After Coach Arrival
Friday, Gilbert Woolery of Brookfield brought Nancy Stinson to be married at 6 pm with guests greeting them aboard the 12:40 train. A rice shower followed as the bride forgot her labeled suitcase. Reverend Edwards married them in Linneus and the couple receive congratulated wishes from friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gilbert Woolery
Brookfield
Nancy Stinson
Linneus
Edwards
Mrs. Wooley
Grand Opening of Farmers Store this Friday and Saturday
Announcement for the Farmers Store Grand Opening on Friday and Saturday September 2 and 3. Messrs. L. E. Roberts and Young Fields have returned from the St. Louis market with a large stock of up to date dry goods. Don’t fail to attend the opening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Messrs. L. E. Roberts
Young Fields
St. Louis
Browning Street Fair Meeting Called for September
Local residents announce a Browning and surrounding area gathering this Saturday afternoon to organize and discuss fair plans and other business. Parties are urged to attend and participate.
Pie Supper Planned by Baptist Ladies Aid Society
The Baptist Ladies Aid Society will host a pie supper on Main Street next Saturday evening, September 3. All invited. proceeds fund building foundations for the church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Baptist Ladies Aid Society
Main Street
Our School in Browning Promises Pride and Progress
The Browning public schools pride themselves on new facilities and a modern heating plant. The board invested in improvements to boost attendance and sanitation. School opens Monday September 5 inviting local families to enroll their children under home influence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Browning
Tomatoes Prove Feasibility of Local Can Factory
A local garden plot owned by Mrs. Burwell, four by fourteen feet, yielded thriving eight foot tomato plants and over $30 in sales already. Proponents argue surplus vegetables nearby could sustain a canning operation for several months each year, potentially funding a factory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Squire Burwell
Properties for Sale by H. C. Jones
Two residence properties are for sale along with one warehouse and a hay barn offered by H. C. Jones. Interested buyers should contact.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. C. Jones
Book accounts at Peoples Bank settle at once
All book accounts and notes are to be found at the Peoples Bank and should be settled immediately by call.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Peoples Bank
Miss Orpha Cassity Died in Colorado
Miss Orpha J. Cassity daughter of Mr and Mrs R W Cassity born January 22 1889 at Purdin Linn County Missouri. She married J L Pearson October 23 1907. Died August 23 in Colorado Springs after health decline. Remains returned to Purdin for funeral at Browning led by Rev W O G Potter. She was a universal favorite and a member of the M E Church South since 1906.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orpha J. Cassity
R. W. Cassity
Purdin
Linn County
Missouri
Orpha
J.L. Pearson
Colorado Springs
Col
W. O. G. Potter
Browning
Pearson
M. E. Church South
Basket Dinner at Pleasant Hill Chapel
Kaifong cemetery volunteers are asked to meet at the Pleasant Hill chapel on Thursday September 15 for cemetery cleanup. Preaching is scheduled at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Attendees are urged to bring well filled baskets. All are invited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pleasant Hill Chapel
Browning Telephone Company to Hold Annual Meeting
Stockholders are notified the Browning Telephone Company will hold its annual meeting in the opera house on Tuesday September 20 at 1 o'clock p.m. to elect a board of directors and conduct other important business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Browning Telephone Company
Opera House
Street fair proposal seeks broad civic unity
Merchants bankers and farmers urged to unite for a street fair plan that aims to engage all good citizens. Citizens are invited to attend and share views on establishing a permanent organization this Saturday afternoon September 3.
Mrs Tharp and Daughter Leave for St Louis Visit
Mrs Mary Tharp and her daughter Mrs Lora Chandler, who had been visiting Mr and Mrs J B Harmon and others for several days, departed for their home in St Louis Missouri.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Tharp
Lora Chandler
J. B. Harmon
St. Louis
Also Mentioned on This Page
Earnest. McCollum
Helvena, Oklahoma
I. J. McCollum
Near Northlem
Roll OF Honor
M. R. F. Nickell
W. P. Nickell
Joe Nickell
J. G. Nickell
Pauline Lynch
J. Lawrence
Readout Okia
Connell
Harvey
Coal
Woolery-Stinson
Farmers Store
Browning Street Fair
Colorado
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