17 Sep 1925
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Newspaper
Browning Leader Record
Location
Browning, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1925
Page
1
Heavy rain during the past week forced the Old Settlers Reunion at Linneus to be postponed from Thursday through Saturday night. Organizers say the weather, not consulted forecasters, cooled the plans and disappointed hundreds who looked forward to the event.
Mr and Mrs Guy Adams hosted a one o clock dinner Sunday at their southeast city residence. Guests included Mr and Mrs J W Jones Mr and Mrs J B Harvey Dr and Mrs E Epperson and Mr and Mrs F A Fleming, with praise for the hosts as gracious entertainers.
A late summer spell broke with a soaking rain after 15 days of extreme heat. By Friday September 4 the thermometer hit 105, but persistent gentle rain revived wells, greens pastures, and corn fields, though roads were slick and silo filling paused briefly as fields dry for hauling resumes.
Announcement by Haggard & Darr urges erecting a concrete stave tank to prevent rust and ensure long lasting water storage with available pricing. Mr Stockman mentioned as contact in ad.
Mrs. Sarah A. Mairs entertained at her east city residence Sunday with an elegant birthday dinner for her son Ben A. Mairs. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Cordray, Mr. and Mrs. B. A. Mairs, and Mrs. James Carter.
The new conference year begins with every department of the church pushing for renewed effort and outreach as the season starts.
The church begins new departments in Sunday schools and starts a revival at Morris Chapel next Monday. A Fayette singer will direct the choir as preaching continues at Browning on Sunday morning and night. James L. Bate, Pastor.
Beginning October 1 1925 rent for telephone service will be collected monthly in advance instead of quarterly in advance as our custom Rural rentals will be collected quarterly in advance as heretofore Browning Telephone Exchange C B Chenoweth Manager
Miss Belle Carpenter of Ottumwa married William Knight of Chicago at the First Congregational church with Rev. W G Ramsey officiating. The couple will reside in Chicago after a brief wedding trip, with bridesmaids Mr R L Rogers and Mr N Anderson accompanying.
The last car of road oil for streets arrived after rain halted work begun last Wednesday afternoon. Residents note timing issues and blame weather for delays in the annual oiling, with workers R. W. Russell and R. H. Moore filling holes Tuesday before rain stopped further oiling.
The eleventh annual Shafter Community Fair will be held Saturday September 19 with the Browning band providing music. A 1:30 parade leads to riding driving and athletic events. Prizes include 25 for best agricultural display, 12 for best float, and 10 for most comical turnout.
Notice announces cloth and leather work gloves in stock and Milwaukee King work shoes at the Shoe Shop. Prices described as right. P. P. Kollasch signs the notice.
A Harold Bell Wright story comes to the screen with thrills suspense and mountain scenery. Auntie Sue aids Kent while banker Jo is involved in the plot as Kent robs and is redirected to the right path. Admission 10 and 25 cents. showings next Friday and Saturday evening.
Public notice states that the speaker is not selling monuments for A R Gibson of Unionville Granite Works and is selling on behalf of Blue Moon Granite Co of Unionville Missouri.
Browning Lodge No 3885 Royal Neighbors Of America expresses sorrow on the death of Walton P Carter. The charter will be draped in mourning and a copy of the resolutions mailed to the widow and family. Iva Darr chairs the committee.
Alfred Willard Shutts born March 12 1907 in Sullivan county near Scottsville died September 7 1925 in Glennwood Iowa at age 18 years 6 months and 25 days He spent most of his life in the local community except for a recent move to Glennwood where he found work and later served as a guard at the state university for the feeble minded before an appendicitis operation ended his life.
After days of severe illness he seemed to recover but then declined and died after six weeks. His body was returned to Sullivan county for burial with interment at Oak Grove east of Milan on Wednesday September 9 at 2 pm. Funeral services were led by Elder Howard B. Underwood of Milan. He is survived by his parents one sister one brother and many relatives and friends.
An advertisement by Roy T Jones offers Weeks Super Carburetors at $1.50 each claiming the product will make a Ford run five miles per gallon more or money back. The pitch centers on fuel efficiency and a satisfaction guarantee.
Coal and best grades of Iowa coal available for delivery throughout the week. E W Nickell J H Nickell and L C Lantz invite orders by phone and pledge prompt service.
The 109th Missouri Annual Conference ended in Chillicothe with a 196 to 14 vote in favor of unification of the two Methodist churches. The Bishop announced appointments including Rev. Dorris to Milan Rev. Ezell to Linneus Rev. Capp to Pattonsburg and Rev. James L. Bate back to Browning for a fifth year.
Cleaning pressing and repairing services offered Mondays and Thursdays. Rug cleaning dyeing lace curtain laundering pleating hats cleaned and blocked. Agency located at Grice Barber Shop and the Style Shop in Brookfield Missouri.
F. L. Biswell prepares his store for a stock reduction sale aided by Mr. and Mrs. Sam Johnson. Miss Margaret Bundridge accepts a position to work after school and Saturdays with Biswell. Frances Bundridge and Helen Gooch will help on Saturdays. A silent floor walker will be used on busy days.
It warns that neglecting a building’s foundation leads to deterioration and offers services to supply all needed materials and fix it now. The note stresses the importance of timely foundation repair to preserve structures.
Announcement of a street fair sale by Harvey and Neet with a two day event on October 2 and 3. Watch for the ad next week.
An aged parchment claims to grant land to Amos Gilbert issued by James Monroe. The dubious sheep skin bears the president signature and a 1812 federal patent text for 160 acres in Illinois, with mention of Hull's Volunteers and General Land Office details.
A promotional note from Farmers Store announces a potato car sale beginning around October Ist. The event promises very low prices and aims to attract customers seeking bargain produce.
Expert piano tuner R L Meyers will spend the weekend in Browning. See him if your piano needs tuning.
A child's diary fragment from Friday reflects hope for a summer job at a newspaper office after school ends. It notes the current kid there ignores instructions and fails to listen when shown how to work.
Mr. Essington, 96, renowned sewing machine expert, will demonstrate at Harvey and Neet's Home Street Fair on October 2nd and 3rd. Free souvenirs offered to women and girls amid community event atmosphere.
A life long friend visits the editor and brings a box overflowing with peaches and grapes, described as the choicest in the country. The text notes gratitude toward Mrs. E. J. Lambert for her kindness and memory in the editor’s sanctum.
Farmers Store urges customers to reserve potatoes with a promise of price lows and a car arriving on track around October. The notice emphasizes securing orders before stock.
Public sale notices advertise J W Brassfield and Sons hog sale on Saturday October 10 with blue ribbon hogs. A. L. Knifong and son Qanden plan Kaifong farm sale on Wednesday September 23 featuring hogs and sheep.
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