Missouri Road System Praised Over Arkansas Graft Critique
An editorial by E. J. Melton lauds Missouri’s state highway program as clean and capable, contrasting with Arkansas graft allegations. It notes the Missouri Highway Commission’s political neutrality, praises route selection and rapid start on projects, and cites A. Becker’s crackdown on auto license evasion in Kansas City and St. Louis.
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Missouri
E. J. Melton
Caruthersville
United Farmers of America
Arkansas
Bob Taylor
Tennessee
Hyde
State Highway Commission
A. Becker
Becker
Kansas City
Kansas
State to save funds on road material five million tons
The Missouri State Highway Department aims to save over a quarter of a million dollars by handling five million tons of crushed rock gravel and sand for road building over the next five years. Bids open September 5, with expected price certainty and uniform supply reducing costs by about 25 to 30 percent.
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State Highway Department
Missouri
Secretary of State Charles Stresses Lawful Duty in Missouri
A statement from the Missouri Secretary of State emphasizes sworn duty to uphold laws and assist in full enforcement, affirming commitment to the oath of office and adherence to state legal frameworks.
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Missouri
Charles
Dissatisfied Customer Complains About Florsheim Shoes
A Farmers Store note recounts a customer who bought Florsheim shoes last spring. He voices no fault with the shoes’ condition but complains about not having a new style, reflecting a desire for updated merchandise and attracting more customers.
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Florsheim Shoes
Farmers Store
Marysville teacher joins crowded Linn county high school
The Browning high school in Linn county adds Miss Cox of Marysville to its staff as enrolment tops 115 students. The board praises the hire, saying the new faculty will meet inspectors and improve the town’s school standing.
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Cox
Marysville
Returned From Encampment of G A R Vets
J N Opley J M Bailey W H Spencer and H C Bailey report an enjoyable Milwaukee G A R encampment with the 61 65 group though attendance falls each year. Uncle John Bailey was knocked down by an auto and left sore. The G A R will fade as veterans pass on, yet they value yearly gatherings recalling Civil War hardships and honor the valiant heroes.
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J. N. Opley
J. M. Bailey
W. H. Spencer
H. C. Bailey
Milwaukee
John Bailey
Coats and Dresses From New York Arrive in Browning
Mr Milstead representing Lees Brothers will display a large line of ladies coats and dresses from New York at The Farmers Store in Browning. The event runs Monday and Tuesday September 17 and 18 with trunk delivery of chosen items and a noted reputation for ready to wear. Milstead arrives Monday at 4 PM and remains until 4 PM Tuesday.
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Milstead
Lees Brothers
New York
Browning
Farmers Store
Notice to Telephone Subscribers and Dry Cleaners Ad
An old notice invites telephone subscribers and patrons to report service issues and repairs. It features Milan Cleaners and W. E. Creason as agents, offering prompt dry cleaning and laundry, and Browning Telephone Exchange urging cooperation in fixing line troubles.
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Dry Cleaners
W. E. Creason
Milan Cleaners
Browning Telephone Exchange
C. B. Chenoweth
Shall We Straighten Road At Bingham Corner
A reader notes the road east of the city on the County Line at the Bingham corner is dangerous. The path is crooked, in a cut, and increasingly obstructed by overgrowth. Local official action is needed to consider improvements.
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Bingham Corner
Dan Haley
Neighborhood road repair plan seeks volunteer teams
Mr Haley announced Saturday that he will donate land if residents provide teams to remove the hedge and straighten the road. He urges immediate work, asking every traveler with a team or willing to work alone to notify the Editor. If enough volunteers join, dirt removal will proceed in the next week to fill a low spot and make the road safer.
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Haley
Partial Eclipse Viewed Here
The partial solar eclipse occurred on schedule and was seen by many people in the area. Observers used darkened glass and waited for gaps in the clouds to glimpse the phenomenon, with peak visibility around three o clock. Some places experienced near total darkness during the event.
Entertainments At Pleasant Hill and Enterprise Homes
Mrs Bolling hosts a one oclock dinner at her Pleasant Hill country home with Mr and Mrs Harmon and Mrs Hersman as guests. Mr Knifong hosts a large group at his Enterprise area home for a midday feast and social afternoon. Mrs Rush treats guests to a six oclock supper in the city with Wilkerson Thurlo Thurlo and Adams attendees. Hosts praised for culinary skill and hospitality.
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J. P. Bolling
Pleasant Hill Township
J. J. Knifong
Old Enterprise
Messrs. and Mesdames
J. B. Harvey
C. B. Purdin
Guy Adams
J. N. Opel
Gertrude Fields
Sherban
Orryl Adams
Hinda Rush
Wilkerson
F. C. Thurlo
Wilma
R. A. Thurlo
Melia Thurlo
New Fall Coats Arrive From J. J. Smith
J. J. Smith announces a fresh fall coat line described as the nicest yet. The notice invites readers to view the new arrivals and consider purchases.
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J. J. Smith
Old Settlers and Farmers Picnic At Linneus Endures Rain
Last week’s annual Old Settlers Reunion at Linneus faced rain and muddy roads but drew a fair crowd. Linneus defeated Browning in a close ball game, then beat Brookfield, with Elmer O. Jones of Laplata delivering the address. The Winigan band played, and hosts Mr and Mrs Lantz received praise for hospitality.
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Old Settlers
Linneus
Browning
Brookfield
Laplata
Liniaeus
Purdin
Winigan
Farm Club Picnic At Milan Revives Sullivan County Fair Spirit
Friday and Saturday saw the annual Sullivan County Farm Club picnic at Milan old fair grounds. Farmers and families enjoyed speeches, crowds from across the region, many concessions, and nostalgic thoughts of reviving the county’s agricultural fair with renewed spirit and better prospects.
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Farm Club
Sullivan County
Milan
Old Fair
Missouri
Large Size Coats For Ladies In New Shipment
A local shop announces a new shipment of large coats for women. The store promises fit for all shoppers and invites customers to try on styles and sizes.
Lantz Hosts Welcome Gathering at Northwest City Home
Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Lantz entertained at their beautiful and hospitable home northwest of the city on Sunday. The day featured warm hospitality and social felicity as guests enjoyed the congenial gathering.
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J. R. Lantz
Ready line tops the crowd with praise from onlookers
The speakers praise a line that stands out as the nicest yet, noting its readiness and appeal to observers.
Kenley and Smith hold Browning sheep and cattle sale
A Browning sale Saturday features 239 ewes 11 bucks 20 calves from Linn and Sullivan County herds plus 5 mules. Calves and stock are described as quality bargains with a stock yard sale starting at 2 PM auctioneered by Col. J. B. Fleming.
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Kenley
Browning
Col
J. B. Fleming
Sheep For Sale Shropshire Flock Offers Ready Stock
Several good Shropshire sheep are offered for sale. The listing highlights healthy ewes and lambs available for buyers seeking quality stock.
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Shropshire
Admitted to Bar Vane Thurlo Moves to Columba
Vane Thurlo left Tuesday for Columba to rejoin the law department after passing the June bar exam and receiving formal admission from Judge Montgomery in Milan. He will complete his law studies by January and plans to practice after a year’s work, with hopes of returning home to establish a lucrative office.
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Vane Thurlo
Columba
Montgomery
Milan
Vane
Lightning Strikes Maple Near Mrs Sampsell Home
A Thursday evening storm brought heavy rain and powerful lightning that split a maple tree at the corner of the house owned by Mrs. Molly Sampsell. The strike knocked Mrs. Sampsell and her son Curt to the floor but they were stunned only briefly and the house reportedly escaped damage.
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Molly Sampsell
Watermelon Gift From Sullivan County Farmer Noted
A. L. Knnfong of near North Salem, one of Sullivan county's best farmers, presented a large watermelon grown on his south edge farm as a kind remembrance to the paper. The community gratefully acknowledges the generosity.
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A. L. Knnfong
Near North Salem
Sullivan County
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