Local News Notes of General Interest
D C Hufford takes a position at Sargent Tire Shop. Various residents travel, visit Indianapolis and Chicago on business. A daughter Mildred Esther born to Mr and Mrs Wilbur Duff. Maple syrup from a 400-tree grove produced 145 gallons. A marriage license issued to Joseph Woolridge and Verna Jones. Society events include Legion supper and Presbyterian church activities. Scarlet fever affects Lucile Brewer and local social notes cover visits and meetings.
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Wilbur Duff
Madison Township
Mildred Esther
Joseph E. Woolridge
Kokomo
Verna H. Jones
Near
Rockfield
Delphi State Bank Report For March 31 1924
The Delphi State Bank in Indiana reports total resources of 740 483 24 with loans 565 382 56 overdrafts 1 276 62 and cash on hand 16 109 61. Liabilities include capital stock 50 000 00 surplus 8 095 00 undivided profits 11 887 49 and deposits 660 252 384 with total liabilities 740 483 24. James C Smock cashier, sworn April 9 1924 before James P Wason notary public.
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Stes SG
Indiana
Power of Life Eternal in Easter Faith
Easter sermon by S. J. Duncan notes the resurrection as a living, transforming belief. It argues the risen Christ imparted enduring life to followers, making faith, hope, and moral renewal central to the early church and urging contemporary readers to live in the light of the life eternal.
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Jesus
Christ
Joseph
Luncheon and Musical Invitations Issued by Mrs Whittlesey
Mrs Vernon K Whittlesey and Miss Bess M Wilson invite guests to a luncheon and musical on Wednesday April 23 at Miss Wilsons home. Mr and Mrs J K Eikenberry hosted Sunday visitors Mrs Eikenberrys mother Mrs James Hopper and brother Russell of Peru. Mrs Hopper stayed through the week.
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August Dreifus
Indianapolis
Laura Griffith
Vernon K. Whittlesey
Bess M. Wilson
J. K. Eikenberry
Eikenberry
James Hopper
Brother Russel
Peru
Martha Landis
Indiana University
Phi Mu Sorority
Josephine Parrish
Laporte
Ruby Parttens
Raub
Ind
Henrietta McGranahan
Mildred Ritzman
Lawrencebung
Deer Creek Township
George Watson
Elsie Pearson
L. H. Smith
County Federation of Clubs
Nora Lane
Mrs J C Gallagher Returns From Indianapolis Visit
Mrs J C Gallagher of New York returns to Delphi from a Indianapolis visit with her brother Dr Frank Owens. She plans to join her husband in Norfolk Virginia at Easter time.
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J. C. Gallagher
New York
Delphi
Indianapolis
Frank Owens
Delphi Chronicle Notices and Local Funeral Updates
Delphi area notices include Velma Wingerd’s move to Home Hospital Lafayette with double pneumonia, Mrs. Lyde Livingston visiting Flora, and Patrick F. Guckien’s funeral at St. Vincent de Paul in Logansport. Other items cover Notre Dame track results, social visits in Delphi, a Measles related surgery in Lafayette, and a 25th wedding anniversary celebration near Delphi.
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Velma Wingerd
Roy Wingerd
Delphi
Lafayette
Patrick F. Guckien
St. Vincent de Paul Church
Logansport
Father Crosson
St. Vincent Cemetery
Openings for a young lady to learn the dry goods trade
The notice invites a qualified young woman to apply for training in the dry goods business at W. B. Wason Co. Also covered: Madison County education board rejection of reestablishing county agriculture agent office at Anderson for the third time in six months by a six to five vote.
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Madison County Board of Education
Anderson
Washington responds to suggestion of monarchy over literacy
A Washington official reacts to a proposal that a king be declared due to concerns about literacy. The reply notes surprise at the suggestion and urges completion of a civil process and respect for established norms.
Week End Word Play Sparks Holiday Reflection
A playful note traces how the term week end grew from combining Saturday and holiday ideas. Authors discuss the moment the phrase began influencing how people described leisure time and breaks.
Between a Bandit and a Magnate in a Moral Dilemma
A cryptic conflict pits a bandit who robs the rich to aid the poor against a financial magnate who exploits all, raising a moral question about who deserves punishment. The tale centers on justice, power, and societal inequality.
Hugo Stinnes Dies as Germany Faces Debt Strain
Industrial magnate Hugo Stinnes died Thursday, a blow to Germany whose creditor status looms over the nation. The loss is expected to impact Germany's ability to meet obligations amid global economic pressures.
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Hugo Stinnes
Germany
Stinnes
Powdered Sulphur Fights Blight on Horse Chestnut
New York experimenters report powdered sulphur effectively controls blight on horse chestnut trees. Researchers note practical application for orchard and urban plantings and recommend further trials.
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New York
Public Household Goods Auction in South Delphi
Health sends Florence A McCain's sale of household goods at 304 W Summit St South Delphi on April 19 1924 at 1 PM. Items include davenport dining suite chairs bed room set Victrola sewing machine range and more with credit terms over ten dollars 3 or 6 months and 7 percent interest. Wilber Doolittle acts as auctioneer John Kennard as clerk.
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South Delphi
W. Summit St
Easter Message Promises Hope for Everyday Life
A fragmentary Easter message speaks of humanity's longing and promises fulfilled as a source of meaning and beauty in daily duties. It urges listening to the message to find hope.
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Bester
Cable weight danger in near shore and mid ocean
The article notes that near shore transatlantic cable remains twenty tons per mile due to protection, while in mid ocean the weight drops to two tons per mile. It warns that injury risk is greatest in shallow water and emphasizes protective measures for near shore sections.
Lake Formed by Quake Reelfoot
The lake, formed thirteen miles long and about five miles wide in Tennessee, arose from a great quake in 1811 and reshaped the landscape near Reelfoot. The event created a vast water body with lasting impact on local geography and settlements.
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Reelfoot
Teimogsee
Nail Drivers Are Experts Say Jud Tunkins
Jud Tunkins warns the urge to talk defeats the art of building. He says the temptation to lecture on house building is strong, but true craft lies in driving a nail.
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Jud Tunkins
Washingtonning Star
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