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Newspaper
Delphi Citizen
Location
Delphi, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1947
Page
1
The piece cites the demotions of two Indiana State Police officers Jack Fisher and Paul Rule, a Republican and a Democrat. It notes political pressure to pursue gambling raids and praises Maurice Early for supporting the stance in his column The Day in Indiana.
The article denounces alleged collusion between gamblers and political leaders, criticizing politicians who refuse to resign after law disobedience and accusing officials of corruption and payoffs. It voices citizen demand for honest government and condemns “get rich quick” attitudes in public service.
The piece questions ethics in Washington politics and local officials entangled with contractors. It compares weekend perks in Chicago with trips to New York, arguing the same underlying practice of reciprocal favors.
The piece argues that officials, paid to serve taxpayers, should avoid accepting gifts or favors from contractors. It condemns cash or blank checks given in return for contracts as a breach of honesty and fair play.
The column defends Main Street as a forum for happenings and truth for all readers. It argues editors should challenge wrongdoing regardless of party and urges readers to apply guilt if evidence fits.
The Lillies of the Valley defeated the Ole Men of the Mountain 18 to 12 in a Wednesday night game at Deer Creek Park. Jay Wingard noted the team allowed a few late runs to keep the opponent from looking too bad, and a return game is planned later.
A newspaper notes a record count of locals sharing trips to various places. Readers recount cool Michigan getaways and ponder a hotter Iowa destination next month, while editors dream of vacations.
The week shows Frank Buchanan and Davie Fauscet on the courthouse lawn seeking shade while a portable radio plays. Fonzie Nulf and Gillie Arnott search for a cool spot barefoot in the street as a middle aged apartment dweller reads Ecstacy and sips lemonade. Don Larimore sprays youngsters with a hose as cars crowd the streets and electric fans flood the market. Joe Coomey wears ragged knee length trousers with fringe while dealers sell cooling devices after dark.
Mr and Mrs John T Johnson of near Burlington and Mr and Mrs Charles Flora and their son of Delphi are vacationing at Beulah Michigan.
Mrs Charles Fullmer underwent a major operation Tuesday at St Elizabeth Hospital and is reported to be making satisfactory progress.
County Superintendent J C Yonker announced contracts for all county schools except two vocational agriculture posts at Burlington and Cutler. The list covers Adams township through Goldie Bowman in Logansport with many principals, subjects, and locations such as Delphi Burnettsville Russiaville Kokomo Camden and Flora, indicating school starts set for September 5.
Col Robert Rossow head of the Indiana State Police says Lt Jack Fisher Lafayette Barracks and Detective Paul Rule Delphi area have been reduced to trooper at their own request. Demotions not related to politics Rule will transfer to Dunes Park while Fisher stays in Lafayette.
The Roxy theatre in Delphi schedules a two day engagement on September 2 and 3 with segregated screenings due to delicate medical sequences. Two women only shows at 2 and 7 pm and 9 pm men only. high school students only. no exact age limit.
B. T. Crosby, manager of the Delphi Moose Lodge, departed Monday for Rochester Minnesota to undergo observation and treatment at the Mayo Clinic.
A string of births announced across Delphi and surrounding areas. Newborns include a daughter to Mr. and Mrs. David Smith of Delphi route 1, a son to Mr. and Mrs. William Walker of Camden route 2, a son to Mr. and Mrs. Virgil Liebert of Delphi route 4, a son to Mr. and Mrs. Robert Schwartz of Delphi, a daughter Marcia Darlene to Mr. and Mrs. Robert Huff of St Elizabeth Hospital, a daughter to Mr. and Mrs. Leigh Yates of Burlington, and a daughter to Mr. and Mrs. William Bunch of Flora route 2.
Rev. George L. Michel of Rockfield Church of Christ announces gifts for Daily Vacation Bible School attendees. Each student will receive a midget Bible a copy of the Gospel of John and a certificate of attendance. Students may call at the Christian parsonage to claim the gifts.
Delphi Rotary sponsors a charity donkey softball game on August 28 at Deer Creek Park. Local businessmen volunteer to ride donkeys for a five to seven inning exhibition to raise funds for Boy Scout work, with notable participants including Mayor Charles Wood and Clarence McKinley.
The Carroll County 4-H Beef Auction at Flora on August 14 saw Robert Simmons steer Major Fairfax weighing 1171 pounds sell for a record 50 cents per pound. The sale averaged over 34% cents per pound with ten buyers backing the event, marking its status as the auction’s most successful in history.
The Carroll County Young Peoples Organization sponsors a musical program Sunday night August 24 at Flora Christian church starting 8 p m. The all local talent includes piano soto Jo anna Spitler vocal duets Pat Million and Bill Kilmer male quartet Richard and Robert McCain Dana and Mark Carter Hawaiian Guitar Carol Stout James Dickin son Bill Roach vocal trio the McCombs sisters whistling solo David Smith vocal duets Martha Patty and Patricia Wise piano solo Roma Coapstick vocal solo Phyllis Cole flute solo Dora Ethel Wagoner vocal trio June and Dorothy Newell Helen Allen accordion solo Bernita Yunker vocal Gaylord and Maxine Archibald. Adults invited too.
U S Army recruiting personnel operate from the third floor of the White County Court House in Monticello and in the Delphi armory. They are available at Delphi from 7 to 9 p m on Tuesday and Thursday evenings each week.
Mr. and Mrs. E. O. Grimm have purchased the Harry Baer property on East Monroe Street and will move there from the Mrs. Blanche Cartwright residence in South Delphi after September 15. Mr. and Mrs. Baer have not completed arrangements for another residence. Mrs. Cartwright, now residing with Mrs. J. H. Allen, will move to her own residence.
Mr and Mrs Harve Hoshaw have returned from Martinsville where they spent several days.
Trustee Lote Haslet announces a hot lunch program this year at Owasco and Pyrmont schools. New kitchen units, lunch counters, and seating will serve pupils under PTA sponsorship. Extensive repairs include window lights, sanded floors, replastered walls, and new furnaces after 173 landowners petitioned.
Mrs. Sue Justice and Mrs. Mary Cunnington announce the opening of the Delphinium Drive-In Restaurant in Delphi. The remodeled building at Canal and Washington streets will offer hop-service with auto or dining room seating, serving sandwiches and short orders.
The Tri County Grange picnic will be held on Wednesday August 27 at Delphi City Park. John McCormick president announces Esther Dillman chairs the program committee and Helen Roth is secretary. The table committee includes Everett Cunningham Marvin Henderson Lloyd Zook John McCormick Bruce Draper Doyle Jervis.
Carroll County prosecutor David R. Baum departed Sunday for the Mayo Clinic in Rochester Minnesota for observation and treatment. During his absence deputy Watson McCormick will handle his legal matters.
The pet coon owned by Carol Scott of Delphi won sweepstake honors at the annual pet and hobby show for children sponsored by Mayor Charles Wood the Delphi Rotary Club and the Delphi Chamber of Commerce. Despite rain the event at Deer Creek Park drew quality entries with many prize winners across multiple pet categories.
Dean Sikes announces the freshman honor list for the spring semester at Indiana University includes 475 students, naming Dennis E. McCouch of Delphi among honorees.
Miss Mary Ann Hyman daughter of Mr and Mrs Clarence Hyman of Camden will attend Butler University this year She previously attended Indiana University and will be a sophomore in the school of journalism
Mr and Mrs Fred Bassett will leave this weekend for Minnesota. The short notice note mentions their travel plans and destination without additional details.
The Flora 4 H Club Fair closed with prize winners listed for baking classes and high performers. Notable champions include Mary Snell of Carrollton and Marilyn Draper from Monroe, with multiple first and second places across divisions. The full list continues next week.
One hundred fifteen 4-H club members from Carroll and Howard counties finished a four day camping period at Camp Tecumseh near Delphi. A. P. Nelson Carroll County Agent directed the camp with Mrs Cora St Amand and E A Johnson assisting.
James Edwin Ed Cline 77 died Tuesday at his Flora home after months of illness. Born December 22 1869 in Monroe township he married Carrie A Miller January 17 1895. Survived by wife two daughters Faye Ayres Lenore Briggs six grandchildren three great grandchildren two sisters and a brother Funeral rites Thursday at 4 p m Flora Church of the Brethren Rev Ray Zook officiating burial Maple Lawn cemetery Leiter funeral home in charge
Emmett Dillman 54 died Monday at St Elizabeth Hospital Lafayette. Services Thursday at 1 p m from Patrick Mortuary Delphi with burial in Masonic cemetery. Dillman a Springboro farmer born April 5 1893 Champaign County Illinois survived by widow Dollie three daughters Ruth Webster Lafayette Helen B rms? Brocksmith Plymouth Myrtle at home one son Raymond route 2 Brookston three brothers Clifton St Joe Roy Ft Wayne Ernest Royal Center three sisters Myrtle Jarrett Lakeland Florida Ethel Lambdin Urbana Illinois Florence Lakee Marion Ohio.
Mrs Jessie Brewer 72 died at Home hospital Lafayette at 2 15 Sunday afternoon. She lived in Americus and was born in Germany February 25 1875. Survived by two nieces Mrs Bernice Scowden Delphi and Mrs Elda Duds Americus. Funeral at Grimm funeral home 10 Tuesday with Rev Howard Jenkins. Burial at Pretty Prairie cemetery.
Mrs. Nancy Ellen Mullendore 84 died Sunday at her daughter Mrs. Edgar McKinley’s home in Lafayette where she had resided. Born in Lockport she married David Mullendore in 1879. he died 19 years ago. Survived by daughter Mrs. Della Bush and son Larry Mullendore. Funeral at Hippensteel Lafayette. burial at Rockfield Odd Fellows cemetery.
Mr Will Smock underwent surgery in Rochester Minnesota while Mrs Smock accompanies him. The update notes the couple is visiting the city for medical care and recovery.
Water users in Delphi will experience a planned outage Sunday from 6 00 a m to 7 30 a m to perform necessary repairs. FP 26-11.
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