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Newspaper
Delphi Citizen
Location
Delphi, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 06, 1939
Page
2
A. B. argues taxpayers deserve applause and lighter talk about taxes, mocking harsh views of tax collectors. He envisions patriotic gestures for filers, ridicules heavy burdens, and suggests tax hypocrisy and inequality in a satirical voice.
The column ranges from political quips about Poland to commentary on General Grant and Lincoln, a brick tossed at Lathrope’s grocery, flax acreage in Carroll County, Delphi’s Fourth of July stance, new trusses at Pronger Drug Store, cash for country produce, and a city council rebuff on liquor licenses.
The piece questions which Democratic era laws Republicans would repeal if Indiana elects a new governor. It argues against abandoning tax systems, old age pensions, unemployment insurance, labor peace, and robust schooling, and warns against returning to upheaval and conflict while praising arbitration. It notes public advertising value and cites European language issues.
Ray Smith notes European upheaval heightens American gratitude for democracy. He argues many endure minor sacrifices while headlines of liberty loss spark national pride and calls to hold fast to democratic values amid government spending debates reflected in a National City Bank publication.
Dr Eduard Benes, exiled Czech leader, speaking at the University of Chicago, warns Europe faces danger from war and eroding morality. He urges strong internal security, propaganda defenses, and world unity, calling for a League of Nations style federation and collective security to secure lasting peace in Europe.
The piece highlights innovative Paris millinery inspired by a French telephone concept. It emphasizes practicality and modern design, suggesting the accessory blends fashion with practical communication cues.
A mixed column notes Farm Credit Administration loan repayment by farmers, a library gift of National Republic magazine, energy debates on daily ash removal, democracy limits on government action, a Rotary luncheon speech by Joe Tucker with praise for George Campbell, and a Marion Anderson singing rights controversy versus Constitution Hall, reflecting small town biases.
In letters to the editor a reader criticizes foreign coverage and argues America first. Another correspondent laments Europe troubles and jokes about splashless inventions while urging subscription to The Citizen.
Plans for subway stations in New York may include murals. The piece notes a trend toward clean faces as many fans prefer drawings without mustaches.
L D argues the nation must balance the budget and boost business through policy changes not inaction. He attacks both parties for resisting growth, warns against a 1940 sham election, and urges immediate effort led by Roosevelt to avoid disaster. Advertising concludes the column.
A collection of opinion lines from historical figures including Goebbels Eccles Hitler Jerger and Romilly. The remarks touch on humanitarianism budget balance medical practice and exile impressions. Each speaker offers stark views reflecting wartime and postwar sentiments across politics economics and medicine.
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