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Newspaper
Delphi Citizen
Location
Delphi, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1934
Page
2
The author argues universities are not hotbeds of radicalism in the United States while noting students in Europe and Cuba lead demands for change. He blames social distraction and cautious instructors for disengagement, urges graduates to pursue meaningful opportunity over desires for unlimited wealth, and calls for more militant young Americans.
A fragment discusses the public and press fascination with John Dillinger, noting newspapers publish endless accounts and rumors. It argues readers seek sensational front page stories, while law officers and editors face public weariness and framed moral judgments.
A satirical column notes Samuel Insull's return as a controversial figure and calls for public reform rather than vengeance. It mocks overreactions to success, mentions Mae West buying a bulletproof car, and quips about investigations and travel fare ads.
A magazine feature profiles a man once a poor newspaper worker two years ago who has risen to head a three million dollar oil company. It notes that many poor newspaper men are driven out of business into such success.
The report notes growing demand for artificial curves to suit lean people during the king’s coronation. It also hopes the president considered this and chose American representatives with proper development.
A statement notes that Mexico has asked Mr. Carnegie for four million dollars to fund libraries. It adds a view that when a man is determined to die poor his friends are not confined to any one nation.
President Roosevelt nominates ex Governor Bradley of Kentucky as a replacement in a Kentucky Republican stake. Pierpont Morgan leads a fifty million dollar electric combine shaping national attention. public reaction appears likely to be strong.
A note proposes raising a ransom fund to secure the release of the next captured mission. The idea frames piracy as a counter to ongoing hostilities and aims to mobilize community resources for prisoner relief.
A fragment notes Bulgarian interest in American gold and a vigilant watch for missionaries from the east land, signaling geopolitical or trade undercurrents in a historical context.
The proposal to send Hon. Thomas Reed to King Edward's coronation in London instead of Whitelow Reid arrives too late. the stockings have already been ordered.
Politically minded readers discuss districting aims and Carroll county representation in a joint representative race. They argue Cass county would gain two seats while Carroll would lose none and note the Republican candidate runs unopposed after Carroll pressures. Dr. McCulloch plans to retire as state chair May 19, with several candidates likely for the post.
The piece notes heavy registration and the longest ballots in Indiana political history. It cites many candidates reflecting low mood and rising political interest, with the trend described as gratifying.
The piece critiques modern governance, arguing civilized progress fails to evolve a capable mass government. It likens society to a ship weighed down by superstition and greed, noting leaders are impeded by inertia and false theories.
A campaign platform outlines support for government by the people, constitutional defense, national money issuance under public control, interest free loans funded by wealth, and broader protections for workers and the aged. It calls for banks owned by the government, reformed finance to aid manufacturers, homeowners, and farmers, and adherence to constitutional amendments and Lincoln’s paternalism.
A collection of quotes from Frances Perkins John J O Connor Royal S Copeland and Samuel Untermyer criticizing strikes finance licensing prostitution root causes of crime housing markets and stock exchange control urging moderation and reform for economic and social stability.
A fragment compares leadership to a mass judged inability to recognize necessary qualities. It likens poor guidance to an ocean liner chef suddenly asked to steer, highlighting confusion and mediocrity in critical moments.
The spring primary election on May 8 allocates fixed pay for election board workers. Each member receives a flat $5, sheriffs get $3, inspectors $8, and other officers $5, regardless of service time.
A brisk review praises the Ellen Terry and Bernard Shaw exchange as intimate and revealing letters that illuminate English theatre history. Shaw cautions readers not to judge by polite etiquette while the preface itself shines with clever writing and insight.
May Robson headlines the Arc with You Can’t Buy Everything on Sunday and Monday. The film casts her as an aged financial wizard driven by revenge, pitting her wits against money kings in a witty, wholesome drama following her success in Lady for a Day.
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