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Newspaper
Browning Leader Record
Location
Browning, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Sep 21, 1916
Page
1
A reflective piece on women’s domestic labor and endurance. It laments the repetitive chores of washings, mending, and housekeeping that curb self development, extols faith, family devotion, and calls for broader social and religious inclusion beyond home. It contrasts male and female roles and notes the value of nurturing and culture.
Notice of the 15th annual stockholders meeting of the People's Bank to be held at the banking house in Bowling Brown ing Missouri on October 26 1916 at 9:00 am for at least three hours to elect five directors for the coming year and address other business. Attest President James Neet Secretary R. C. Bailey. Washington DC 9 14 16. LEADER RECORD: Ashbrook widows pension bill has become law increasing eligible widows to 20 per month after meeting conditions. remarriage or death of second husband affects eligibility. between 1890 and 1905 marriages receive $12 then $20 at 70. Formal applications required. W W Rucker offers to assist with forms and action.
Miss Dorothy Wilson and DeWitt Atkins Clark announced their marriage last Saturday. Dorothy, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J A Wilson of Ford Washington, was born in Browning and has worked as a Seattle stenographer. The couple will reside in Seattle as Browning friends extend congratulations.
The LEADER-REG issue features a special piece on eggs and poultry for readers interested in hen fruit and related topics. The article outlines history, varieties, and practical tips for poultry enthusiasts.
Dr J A Mairs store received a cement floor this week with Haggard Brothers completing the work.
Memorial notice recalls Jabitha V. Huff who died September 15 1916 after years of illness. The text highlights her quiet strength and Christian character, noting her faith and the care provided by a son who trained as a housekeeper. The obituary references her birth in a New Jersey county and a marriage in November 1876.
A Lincoln Nebraska woman died at 67 years 10 days after bearing seven sons. Theodore Byron Roy Aquilla Pearl and Charley were among seven sons listed, with 17 grandchildren. Funeral services were held Saturday at the Schrock community burial beside parents and a child.
The city warns Main Street traffic rules are enforced not for revenue but for safety. Drivers must keep to the right. those on the left risking damages if struck. Violations will be handled by the Police Judge. City Marshal Wm. Harvey issues the notice.
Sunday two couples wed in a double ceremony conducted by Rev. W. W. Clay at his city home. Cecil Dodson and Miss Myr Nickell and Guil ford Woodward and Miss Ida Fern Nickell were joined in marriage before a dinner at the Nickell home north of town.
A social announcement expresses pride in Guilford Woodward and Jenn Nickell as exemplary young people. It notes Guilford a high school graduate now at Chillicothe Business College and Jenn a city native and high school graduate with cooking talent. The piece lists family guests and friends from the area, with plans for future homes in Chillicothe and near Cora.
Mrs. Lorene Whaley hosted a September 6 gathering for Miss Lillian Whaley prior to her eastward departure. Twenty four guests attended with out of town guest Mrs. Lola Jones Williams of Grand Ridge Ti. Attendees enjoyed two course refreshments and admired the veranda and rooms dressed with nature’s bows.
Warning to keep the cut out closed within Browning city limits as the automobile ordinance will be enforced. Wm. Harvey.
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