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Newspaper
Delphi Citizen
Location
Delphi, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1930
Page
2
The piece mocks Republican candidates using statistics in reelection campaigns. It mentions Fred Parnell Will Wood and the Grundy facts and figures rejected by Pennsylvania as part of a broader critique of census driven data and Hoover administration messaging.
A critical essay argues against overreliance on figures and political rhetoric. It warns that statistics can mislead voters and praises farmer representation over lawyer influence in Indiana’s constitutional debates. The piece references Hoover era politics and calls for practical reform.
The Citizen notes Murray holds a commanding lead in Oklahoma's Democratic gubernatorial primary with rival Frank Butram backing from urban areas. It recalls Murray's historic role in statehood and contrasts with Senator Gore's strong early lead, while reflecting on propaganda and American views of Russia amid unemployment questions.
Frederick Landis critiques lawyers and their role in shaping law and constitutions. He notes centuries of legal dominance, then the Revolution brought radical lawyers into prominence alongside influential figures like Washington and Franklin, shaping Congress and state documents.
The Indianapolis Times highlights Evans Woollen's Follies of 1930 review. Woollen, president of Fletcher Savings and Trust, cautions against assuming continued 1929 activity and labels five follies that led to the market mood. He urges adapting to current conditions rather than relying on past booms.
Indianapolis Times reports Representative Farrell, a budget committee member, asserts his dual role as purchaser and vendor of trucks is minor compared to larger state house illegalities. The piece notes suspected conflicts between Farrell's sales and highway purchases, urging scrutiny by officials and a grand jury.
The Rockville Republican voices a sharp critique of publishing photos of the Lindbergh infant. It argues the image is unappealing and of little public interest, suggesting Col. Lindbergh sue for libel.
The author argues that utility firms, guaranteed returns, should accept minimal or no profit during hard times. They contend those benefiting from guaranteed holdings must not impose losses on users during adversity. They call for authorities to require utilities to forgo profits to help workers avoid starvation.
The phrase safety first is linked to Ralph C Richards who organized railroad safety work in 1910. It was meant to urge worthwhile unselfish conduct but can also be viewed as a selfish slogan.
The author denounces endless labeling of Reds and radicals and urges taking direct action against real abuses and dangers threatening liberty, rather than rhetoric and claptrap. The piece questions persistent fear tactics and calls for concrete remedies to preserve freedom.
Four Hunter brothers famed as farmer lads failed to earn or save enough to buy the aircraft that launched their fame and fortune on the farm. They instead built their path by digging.
The statement argues tariffs are the worst tax because everyone pays it on essential purchases like food and clothing, affecting all consumers. It emphasizes the universal burden and compels payment on everyday necessities.
A list of city park reservations for summer 1930 with names and dates. Entries include the Ellis family on August 17 and August 47 Hines family, Byers on August 17, Rostentreter and Wiese on August 17, Kerlin and Kenedy on August 20, McCain on August 24, Holladay on August 24, Mullen on August 26, Simons and Sites on August 30, Metager on August 31, Whistier on August 31, born September 1.
A Louisville conference of Baptist ministers attributes the heat and drought to God’s wrath for the nation’s wickedness. The remark targets “the boys” and Mr. Ogden as out of step, while Lafayette notes unusual rain, joking that it comes because they are so good.
The text notes that road contractors previously bid common labor at forty cents per hour but now pay fifteen to twenty cents per hour due to unemployment, implying a drastic wage drop affecting workers.
An 1879 exhibition of the first gas stove marks a milestone in American history. In a little over half a century gas, soon to be piped through Delphi, has powered millions of modern homes and industries, symbolizing dramatic progress by the gas industry.
An advertisement from Margoski’s Drug Store offers ice cream delivery on Sundays with a contact phone line 158.
The writer suggests Chairman Legge of the farm board should recommend farmers divert a portion of their normal wheat into Tam Thumb golf courses as a relief measure for agriculture. The idea frames a creative alternative to traditional farm aid.
A historical ledger list records commissioners and their allowances for August 1930. Names include Riley L. Sink A W Jackson T Priday and others with varied payments such as 63.00 to EO Gorro 24.00 for Bragg Co and small amounts to multiple individuals and firms.
A Rensselaer farmer dreams of riches and claims to have sold most of Newton and Jasper counties. He attributes his wealth to seeking farm relief under the Grundy tariff. The piece questions whether one can be both a spy and a gentleman amid prohibition enforcement questions.
Ruth Bryan Owen argues the U S should have a diplomatic wife as a cost cutting measure. The column pokes at foreign representatives paying for liquor and notes Americans abroad may face economic and social quirks amid rising prices.
Fred Landis rails against the Indiana State Bar Association's refusal to endorse reform giving supreme and appellate courts broader rulemaking power. He derides the legal system as an entertainment for lawyers, blaming courts for courtly delays and favoring barristers over public rights.
A provocative meditation on lawyers as a privileged class confronting human rights, likening their realm to occult practice and suggesting harms to societal progress through exclusive expertise and secrecy.
The passage critiques law professors as unchanged while others progress, likening the legal field to a dim cellar. It laments court congestion and crime pressure and notes the Indiana State Bar Association fears an empty phantom rather than tangible reform.
An in heavy critique argues that the Indiana Bar Association fails to advance human welfare and warns that criminal and civil law administration are disgraceful. It urges Supreme and appellate courts to simplify procedures and pleading without new legislation, calling for an end to vaudeville in court houses and a return to justice.
J L Whiteman designated as auditor for Carroll County Indiana by Steere cevesecures. Readable fragment confirms official role and local government context in Indiana.
Carroll County treasurer announces sale of road bonds at 2:00 PM on August 2 1930 at the courthouse in Delphi. Bonds payable semi annually on July 15 and January 15, issued under state law and a county order, with first maturity July 15 1931. County reserves right to reject bids. Irvin M Flora treasurer. Geo M Smith county attorney.
The Carroll County Board of Commissioners invites bids by 2:00 PM for furnishing coal to the court house county jail and county farm during September 1930. Requirements specify price per ton delivered district of mine and lump size. mine run or screen. The board may reject any bid. Auditor L Whiteman issued the notice August 5 1930.
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