Illiteracy in the draft sparks education debate
The article analyzes illiteracy rates among draftees, noting that the army has lowered literacy standards and some illiterates are inducted. It argues that better funding, more schools and teachers are needed, with emphasis on individualized instruction for struggling readers and the limits of mass teaching. It cites World War I contrasts and calls for reform.
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Army
South
Johnny
Bobby
T. M
Moving from horse and buggy to the automobile era
The author recalls life in Indiana from 1901 to 1919, noting the near absence of cars in Bloomington and Elkhart early on, the rapid rise of automobiles after 1908, and the shift from buggies and wagons to motor vehicles as rural and urban families adapted. He reflects on social change, farm life, and the rubber shortage looming ahead.
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Bloomington
Indiana
Elkhart
Terre Haute
Man Writes From Deep Emotions Then Shares His Best
A writer presses to capture what moves him most, crafting a heartfelt piece that reflects inner life and inspiration. The act centers on honest expression and the effort to convey personal truth through prose.
Gems of Thought Charity of Thought
A collection of brief aphorisms on kindness mercy and moral conduct. Quotes from Wordsworth Ruskin Dr Alex Whyte Mary Baker Eddy Dickens and Southey emphasizing charity humility and fair judgment. Each line offers a moral maxim to guide everyday conduct.
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Mary Baker Eddy
Librarian Appointment and Local News In Delphi
The Delphi library board appoints Miss Mary Cochrane as librarian succeeding Miss Isabelle Rinehart who resigns September 30. Miss Lou Bonnell becomes Miss Cochrane’s assistant. Bert Williams of South Delphi was shot in the leg at Wabash while a river section gang worked nearby. Edna Best and Millard Quinn wed in Delphi with Rev. Kimbberlin officiating. Dr. Gertrude Iona McCain visits before returning to Oxford College. Rev E P Day resigns from Delphi Presbyterian Church effective October 1 after months in Texas frontier.
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Mary Cochrane
Delphi Public Library
Library Board
Isabelle Rinehart
Lou Bonnell
Bert Williams
South Delphi
Wabash
Williams
Charles Best
Edna
Millard Quinn
Delphi
R. O. Kimbberlin
Quinn
Frank Quinn
Delphi High School
McCain
Gertrude Iona
C. E. McCain
Oxford College
Ohio
Hunter College
New York City
Texas
E. P. Day
Delphi Presbyterian Church
Old Settlers Celebration Draws Big Crowds in Delphi
Large turnout at Delphi Old Settlers festivities with crowds parking blocks away. Psi Iota Xi raised a war bond prize won by Hugh A. Barnhart, State Conservation Director Indianapolis. Local merchants report lively markets as Tri Kappa aided ticket sales while venues closed late to manage crowds. A wedding set for September 6 unites Maxine Kennard of Yeoman and Jack E. Orr of Delphi.
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Psi Iota Xi
Hugh A. Barnhart
State Conservation Department
Indianapolis
Margaret Afflis
Barnhart
Margowski
Adams Drug Store
Tri Kappa Sorority
Betty McCormick
Germany
Delphi
Maxine Kennard
Yeoman
Jack E. Orr
Yeoman Methodist Church
Neutral Ireland leans toward Axis arms in Time quote
Time correspondent William Bayles notes Ireland’s neutral stance risks tipping toward Axis alignment. A selectee in The American Legion Magazine praises officers and plans. Uni ted Air Lines president foresees air freight shrinking the U S, while Roger Riis highlights a century of growing social obligation. Col Faith lauds WAAC parade miracles led by women.
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Eire
William Bayles
London
Time
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