10 Dec 1936
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Newspaper
Delphi Citizen
Location
Delphi, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1936
Page
1
Delphi pledges festive sights despite Edward rumors. Chamber of Commerce tree lights up court house lawn while banners return and shop windows glow. Christmas programs, carols at the high school, and a treasure hunt with 25 merchants run December 19 to 23. Prizes total 40 dollars in cash and merchandise as locals expect a strong Christmas season.
The Tri Kappas plan a second rummage and white elephant sale to raise funds for Christmas. The event runs Saturday December 12 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. in the Bradshaw building by Clif ford's grocery on Franklin street. Items may be brought December 10 and 11 from 2 to 4 p.m. Call Mrs John Mc Dowell or Mrs Allen Bailey for home pickup. The sale accepts furniture books tools clothing shoes Christmas tree trimmings dishes pictures and similar items.
Delphi welcomed several new residents drawn by the construction of a new school building. James King serves as superintendent and is a part time resident. C. E. Lingenfelter, PWA inspector, visits twice weekly. Builders Glen Dunkin and Omer P. Gordon have also moved to Delphi. The old grade school razing proceeds with 16 workers, rising to about 45 as construction begins.
Max Leppold, long treated at the Veterans Hospital in Hines Illinois, has returned to his Delphi home. He plans to return to the hospital after Christmas for further eye treatment.
Frances Hatfield editor of Turkey Talk apologizes to Everett Lyons Paul Lyons Bud James and Brook residents for ridiculing their praise of God s Country. After visiting Brook she concedes it worthy of praise but won t concede Delphi excels it.
Plans are set for a Delphi corn show and farm forum December 11 12 led by Carroll County Corn Growers Association president Roy Snowberger. Judging begins 10:00 a.m. Friday in the courthouse assembly room with Pete Lux of Shelbyville renowned as an international corn king serving as judge. Bob Amick of the Purdue club will direct Friday sessions with Lux speaking. Hoosier Hot Shots perform Saturday at 1 p.m.. K E Beeson of Purdue will discuss corn varieties both sessions.
Chester R. Landis 55 a well known farmer living five miles southeast of Delphi died Tuesday at St Joseph Memorial Hospital Kokomo after ten days illness. Born August 21 1881 he was a son of David and Elizabeth Landis. Survived by widow Lillian Mae Stellar Landis five children Dolly Aikens Maxine Carter Annette Keith Betty and three brothers C D Landis Funeral services were held Wednesday at Cutler Presbyterian Church. Interment Syracuse Cemetery North Manchester Indiana.
Harry Storms, ill lately, received a Good Samaritan effort from 28 men and 3 women from nearby farms. The volunteers cleared 10 acres of corn, cleaned the house, dusted, and cooked a large meal. Several residents and visitors are thanked by Storms for the communal support and meals. A booster event is planned for 2:00 PM Saturday.
The Oracles dominate Flora from the opening tip to finish as Cain leads Delphi with five field goals and two foul shots. Delphi holds a steady lead 12 6 at halftime while Flora musters only two field goals and six free throws. Next up is Windfall Friday with the Oracle defense anchoring the win and a second game against Flora seconds 14 6.
Local Ikes seek a building site for a League home. The plan aims to provide a spot for fish rearing skeet shooting and Boy Scout activities along the Tippecanoe river. Rev Harry Parker spoke on wildlife preservation.
A long tribute honors Mrs. Howe for life, learning, and civic impact on Delphi. The piece notes a London fog in Delphi and references the King and Mrs. Simpson amid local holiday scenes. Several families travel to Tennessee for extended visits, with others planning return soon.
Mrs Sophia Dreifus 75 long prominent in Delphi business died early Sunday in a Chicago hospital after an operation. Widow of Isaac Dreifus she owned the Smith Grocery building and the Kraus store building plus three farms. Funeral services were held Monday at 3 p.m. Burial in Masonic cemetery. Delphi club members plan a cooperative supper and euchre tonight.
The Delphi city council voted to provide water for a skating rink under construction at the city park. Fire department crews will flood the lot after preparation, with flood lights to enable night skating, and WPA recreation funds support the work. Skating is expected to begin late December.
The Tri Kappas join Santa to collect discarded toys for repairs and distribution to needy children in Delphi. A toy repair shop will open soon to mend and refresh items. Donations of worn toys begin December 16, with scraps, clothes, and dolls welcomed. Food and clothing for Christmas baskets are to be dropped at Roach's Bakery by December 22, and Cheer Boxes will accept monetary contributions.
At Indianapolis a public meeting convenes at the Claypool Hotel for officials and citizens to air criticisms of the gross income tax. The gathering aligns with Governor-Elect M Clifford Townsend’s pledge to modify the law if proposals prove practical.
Indiana officials report that Carroll county will get 250.06 from the civil excise distribution of 1,716.76 for local units. DelphI 1,000.02 Camden 116.67 Floras 350.01. The fund, representing two thirds of retail licenses, totals 899,855.02 for civil units and 452,236.77 for schools, with the rest to the state general fund.
A notable speaker has been engaged for a Sunday evening address on Egypt at Oak Grove church. The talk begins at 7 o'clock with public attendance invited. The note appeared in The Citizen in the greeting card section.
Mrs Mary C N J Howe 80 a Delphi cultural leader died at her South Delphi home after a brief illness. She led Delphi public library efforts building the library in 1904 and served on its board until death. She helped organize the Oracle Club and the Charles Carroll chapter of the D A R and was active in Indiana literary circles. She studied at the University of Michigan and hosted scholars and writers at her home. She is survived by a brother and two nephews. funeral plans await arrival of William L Haskell.
The Shrine Minstrels of Logansport will perform in Delphi on December 16 under the American Legion post sponsorship. The event at the armory raises funds for the Legion safety campaign and other civic projects. Tickets cost twenty five cents for all ages. A forty piece band and classic minstrel trimmings are promised.
Five paving and bridge contracts on state highways in Putnam Jennings Decatur Steuben Elkhart and Carroll counties were awarded in November by the State Highway Commission. The projects are part of the 1937 program funded by state funds including a bridge on Road 18 over Batchelor’s Run in Carroll county and grading on Road 127. Total awards amount to 934586, part of more than thirteen million dollars in contracts awarded this year.
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