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Newspaper
Delphi Citizen
Location
Delphi, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1924
Page
2
The piece argues Republican disarray blocks legislation despite investigations. It cites leadership incapacity, party divisions, and crosswing opposition as why Congress delays. It notes wheat tariffs and prices hurt farmers, with the Northwest rebelling against the GOP over crop policy and a perceived swindle.
A brief note on wheat prices for April 1 in two years. In 1921 cash wheat of higher grades sold at 1.46 to 1.48 net on the Chicago market while in 1922 an emergency duty of 35 cents per bushel applied.
The article notes Harlan F. Stone as the new attorney general in a context of past scandals linked to Daugherty. It argues the office is crucial to restore integrity after frauds and land leases, and predicts a demanding tenure with no union hours in the department for some time. It also mentions Coolidge's staunch patter status and western resistance from progressives.
A sidelight notes the Dawes report forecast that Germany can pay only by surplus production and must find abroad markets for that surplus. The commission stresses this constraint as a key point in the reparations assessment.
A critique argues the Fordney McCumber tariff blocks Germany and harms global recovery. It claims the 4 billion dollar annual cost to Americans raises prices, cripples farmers, and hinders reconstruction in Germany, France, and Belgium while exposing political graft and looting of consumers.
Joseph M Cravens addresses Delphi Citizen readers to refute rumors from northern Indiana that he opposed ratification of the suffrage amendment. He states his legislative record supports the amendment and urges women to share equal duties and opportunities in public affairs. He thanks editor Henry Wilson for space to answer the misinformation.
News item collection lists visitors marriages and travels across Indiana communities. Nancy Kirkpatrick returns from Chicago winter with A M Garrett family. Hebron hosts Woods parents. Circleville visitor to Rachel Downs. Will Cochran of Huntington dies. former local resident. Kenneth Lantz and Colma Lampert wed. Fort Wayne pair stayed with Lantz family. John Anderson Royal Center and Hilda Van Meter wed at Monticello. Battle Creek relatives visit Bertha Branksma. Wives' former names noted. Clergy groups attend Mt Pleasant Presbytery near Frankfort. Claud Brown hosts visitors from Denver and Tipton. Alice Scroggs visits Tipton.
The writing contrasts fear as an unreliable guide with a steady, kind heart that endures through ultimate trials. It emphasizes inner resilience over alarm in facing vast horizons and uncertain futures.
A dialogue between Hilda and Doris reveals a quarrel mended temporarily as Doris announces plans to marry Tom next month.
A lively performer keeps time with his banjo bringing joy and inviting glances. He dances with the crowd as the drumbeat of life guides the tune and the fiddler stays ready for the next move.
John C. Downey declares his candidacy from Deer Creek township for the Democratic nomination for Clerk subject to the May 6 1924 primary. He asks for support from voters in the forthcoming election.
William Ashba of Deer Creek Township announces candidacy for Carroll County treasurer nomination in the Democrat Primary on May 6, 1924, soliciting support.
Edward Beard of Clay Township announces his candidacy for the Democratic nomination for sheriff of Carroll County subject to voter decision at the primary on Tuesday May 6 1924. He respectfully solicits support from voters.
John W. Sinks of Jefferson Township announces his candidacy for the Carroll County Sheriff nomination. He requests support from Democrat voters in the May 6 primary.
Joseph C. Cab Link of Jackson Township announces candidacy for the Democratic nomination for Carroll County sheriff. Support welcomed as primary on May 6 approaches.
Mrs Ruth Jones Mills announces candidacy for the Recorder post in Jefferson Township subject to the Democratic primary on May 6 1924 and respectfully solicits support from voters.
FOR PROSECUTING ATTORNEY candidate for the Office of Prosecuting Attorney of the 39th judicial district of Indiana comprising White and Carroll counties subject to the decision of the Democratic primary on Tuesday May 6, 1924. JOHN A. ROTHROCK Monticello Ind.
A candidate list for the First district in Carroll County shows CHAS M SANDERSON of Rock Creek Township and ALBERT M HOLLOWAY of Jefferson Township seeking the Democratic nomination in the May 6 primary. The notice requests party support and notes the primary date.
Robert H. Kinney announces his candidacy for the Democratic nomination as representative for the Ninth Indiana Confessional district subject to Democratic voters at the primary on May 6 1924 in Hamilton County.
James P. Davis asks Democrat voters in Howard County to back him in the Ninth Indiana District primary on May 6 1924. He urges support and frames the contest as a will of Democratic voters.
The grand balance used by the Bank of England is so delicate that even the weight of a postage stamp can move the scale's indicator by six inches, highlighting extraordinary sensitivity in early measurement instruments.
Editor announces Russell B. Kern of Covington Indiana as a candidate for the Republican nomination for Representative from the Ninth Indiana Congressional District. Primary election set for May 6 1924 and Kern bids to win the district’s GOP voters.
A lesson outline detailing Elijah's confrontation with Ahab and Jezebel, the drought decree, the gathering of Israel, the Baal versus God challenge, Elijah's altar repair and prayer, and the dramatic fire that proves the Lord is God, followed by the execution of Baal's prophets.
A compact remark urges Christians to openly practice their faith without fear, noting it is easier to remain loyal when among like minded friends. The speaker emphasizes bold witness beyond familiar company.
A fragment quotes Christian Cynosure on using a reliable pattern when shaping life choices, stressing practical selection and personal responsibility in making decisions.
The term scribe originally signified a military officer among Jews and later referred to those who copied the books of the law.
The snippet hints at a couple at the marriage altar exchanging vows with light hearts. He privately remarks it might not have been worse, while she seems to sense a storm of doubt or humor just beginning.
An advertisement promotes over forty years of Catarrh Medicine. It offers an ointment for local relief and an internal tonic that works through the blood to reduce mucous membrane inflammation. Sold by F. J. Cheney & Co., Toledo, Ohio.
The Banks of the Wabash Association urged Congress to fund making the Wabash navigable. Dispatches say the river now reaches Lafay ette with plans to extend for Logansport Peru Huntington and other northern cities, aiding regional commerce.
Indianapolis board of public works voted to remove fifty drinking fountains for horses from city streets, leaving twenty troughs. Street commissioner Martin J. Hylan said horses rely less on fountains in the motor era, predicting about $2000 annual savings on the city water bill.
The town of McNady Louisiana with 429 houses near a sawmill is to be sold at auction after the mill cut all timber and moved away. The piece argues timber can regrow if reforestation follows logging and laments wasted development when resource sites exhaust.
Court filing in Washington D C places Woodrow Wilson estate at a value of 250000 dollars. The measure reflects eight years since his presidency ended and outlines the estate scope in legal terms.
The saying warns that truth and falsehood blur near a narrow ledge and urges caution in trusting one’s own judgment. It emphasizes prudence and the danger of overconfidence in risky interpretive spaces.
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