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Newspaper
Delphi Citizen
Location
Delphi, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1930
Page
1
A column notes many appeals for unemployment aid but towns largely handle their own needs. Delphi is expected to support its needy locally, with only a few solicitors likely to seek funds and generous contributions presumed if needed.
President Hoover wore a blue suit last week and appeared in a brown suit. He named William N. Doak to succeed James J. Davis as Secretary of Labor and announced plans to submit protocols for U.S. ratification to join the World Court, defying party leaders and AFL pressure.
The year 1930 marks a downturn from 1928 with department sales at 93 percent of 1928, mineral production 90 percent, manufacturing output 80 percent, factory employment 84 percent, bank deposits 105 percent, wholesale prices 83 percent, and cost of living at 94 percent of 1928.
Infantile paralysis serum now available in quantity replacing scarce convalescent serum. The new serum is produced in horses, a prolific source for diphtheria anti toxin. Early treated children have recovered, signaling a major medical advance.
The Saturday Evening Post proclaims a sure shot in appeal and siege gun in advertising, noting it gains about ten thousand subscribers yearly and has boosted its annual ad appropriation for the current year.
Census figures show instrument output fell 38.9 percent since 1927 with piano sales dropping from 67 million to 38 million and organs down 27.4 percent, while radio is blamed for the slump.
Premier jockey Earl Sande sang as a professional tenor at the Alexandria Kiwanis Club program in Virginia. He performed Mother Machree and Bird Songs at Eventide, admitting he felt nervous during the performance.
The 1925 Adjusted Service Certificates or Soldiers Bonus were back pay for war service, issued as 20 year paid up endowment policies with a face value near 3.4 billion dollars. Boston American Legion opposed cash payment as unemployment measure while the Veterans Bureau called it impractical, yet supporters say spending could hasten prosperity.
Enlisted standios army total 130 910 with infantry 41 259 cavalry 7 794 field artillery 14 663 coast artillery 12 324 engineers 4 465 quartermaster corps 7 536 ordnance 2 250 finance 400 chemical warfare 418 air corps 12 034 National Guard 12 732 officers 198 warrant officers 169 785 men as of June 30 1930.
Averages published last week show Jim Jobless aged thirty nine with a wife and two children. He worked as a clerk earning 37.50 a week and had saved 1413 dollars which he spent before going to work at any task he could find.
Burial services were held here last Saturday for Dr. Elmer Monroe of Chicago. He was a brother in law of Mrs. L Hildebran of this city.
Ida Daggy of Flora died Tuesday afternoon at Howard County Hospital Kokomo after an operation. She was 60. Survived by husband Frank Dagey a son Wayne daughter-in-law Grace Daggy and granddaughter Jane Louise. Funeral Thursday at the Baptist church with Rev. A. E. Murphy of Franklin officiating burial in Maple Lawn cemetery.
Paul V. McNutt dean of Indiana University Law School and former American Legion leader has agreed to speak at the Carroll County Democratic Jackson Day dinner in Delphi with January 15 tentatively set as the date. If he cannot attend the event will be moved to his convenience. The committee will finalize plans after the date is fixed.
Delphi high school meets Jeff in a charity game before about 6000 fans at Jefferson gym in Lafayette on Friday night. Four to five hundred tickets sold to Delphi backers. general admission fifty cents, reserved seats one dollar. Coach Lostutter plans to start the usual lineup as Delphi faces a tough Jeff squad.
Mrs Sophia Phillips aged 69 widow of W S Phillips died Wednesday night at her Delphi home after an illness since last Thanksgiving from influenza and complications. Funeral services likely at the M E church in Delphi with burial at Hickory Grove. She was born April 11 1861 in Jefferson township and moved to Delphi in 1933. Survived by four children Edward N Phillips Mrs Walter Cain Miss Georgia Phillips and John Phillips all of Delphi and nearby relatives.
Morrison grocery changed hands in a Tuesday evening sale. The Nolan B. Howe Company becomes new owner and takes possession Wednesday morning with Frederick Morrison retained as clerk.
Mrs Edna Yeager trustee of Washington township has been ill with rheumatism and was treated at a Martinsville sanitarium for several days.
A high speed collision on Hamilton street involving a roadster and an Indiana Service Corporation interurban left Paul Hall 22 dead and three others from Delphi and Loy family badly hurt. The interurban brakes failed after the impact and three ambulances carried the injured to the hospital. Funeral services for Hall were held at St Joseph's Catholic Church.
Elizabeth Stewart born October 22 1849 Cass County married John T Stewart March 21 1872. Survived by Earl Stewart Rock Creek Sus an Farrow Burrows sister, longtime Logansport resident and Calvary Presbyterian member. Funeral held Monday at home 500 West Market Street with Rev J S Corkey. Interment Mt Hope.
The marriage of Miss Merryce L Smith daughter of Mrs. William M Ward and Raymond C Runkle was held Wednesday at 8 p m Colburn officiated by Rev Wilbur E Allen. The couple have gone to housekeeping on a farm near Americus. Gus A Hall spent several days in Huntington on business of Gerhard Schweiter last Wednesday. Mr Schweiter was brother in law of Will Agnes and Caesar Margowski.
The Delphi park board met last week to consider bids for a new park along Deer Creek. Landscape architect C M McDougall met with the board to review bids but a contract was not let. Mrs McDougall left Detroit and will return soon for further consultation.
Fowler D Brooks of DePauw University will speak at the Carroll County Teachers Institute in Camden next Saturday. The two institutes will combine and meet January 24 with Alonzo A Stagg of the University of Chicago scheduled to address the gathering as President Rainey of Franklin College attends the event.
A financial report shows a year end deficit with a $1 249 14 bill from the county fair incurred this fall. The county council likely to hold a special session before year end to address appropriations while the commission meets Monday Dec 29 to settle final months expenses.
In a pre Christmas schedule the Tipton team meets Rochester on Wednesday December 17 and the Oracles play at Rochester Friday night. Delphi defeated Peru as Abe led a strong block and Whiteman with Howell paced a 19 point period. Adams Township beat Buffalo 28 to 26 with Welch scoring the final goal as the half ended tied at ten.
Mrs G A Roseburg 68 lifelong Idaville resident died at home Monday from complications after a stroke. Survived by husband Rev G A Roseburg retired United Presbyterian minister and four brothers Myron Ireland Thad Ireland Bess Ireland plus a former husband Adams.
Christmas decor is being installed at Delphi stores with exterior displays begun and some completed. Lights extend from the courthouse corners to nearby business blocks. Interior shop appearances are praised as most attractive with merchants displaying pride.
On Thursday December 18 the event is moved to prevent conflict with the county Grange meeting at the armory on the evening of the 16.
Correction notes the price change in the Brewer advertisement. The epestél prize reduction should read All shoes 8 dollars and 5.95 dollars, replacing the prior 5.50 dollar figure.
The Democratic Central Committee of Carroll County reports a cash balance of 468.24 at close of the campaign with 1,418.43 in contributions and 949.89 in expenditures. Filed by Harry E. Reed, treasurer, the statements cover start of campaign and list donors and expenses. Irwin Humes and John Brant filed campaign expense statements with the circuit court clerk.
A roof fire at the Albert Downs residence on South Illinois Street Sunday morning was extinguished with a small loss. The blaze occurred about 7 30 and the loss was covered by insurance.
The note outlines plans to relocate to Monticello in the near future to provide care for Mr Wil son’s elderly parents, Mr and Mrs George. The context suggests family support and a forthcoming living arrangement.
Mr and Mrs Russell Craig and family along with Mr and Mrs E Craig and Jr and Mrs Leo Craig were guests Sunday of Dr and Mrs R A Craig in Kokomo for a social visit.
Abner Bowen is elected Worshipful Master of the Masonic lodge. Other officers include O. E. Keim as senior warden Jesse Retherford as junior warden Roy Arnold as secretary and E. R. Smock as treasurer.
William Perigo and Robert Schrader, former Delphi high school basketball stars, are leading candidates for forward positions on the Western State Teachers College freshman basketball team at Kalamazoo Michigan.
Funeral services for Raymond Bush were held at his residence with Rev. L Knox of the Delphia Christian church in charge. Burial followed at Park Cemetery in Rockfield. He is survived by his widow a step-daughter Miss Edna Teller and a sister in Oregon.
The Deer Creek Farm Bureau bought the first Health Bond this year in a county drive to raise funds for health services. Fred H. Witeler announced the bond sale results, noting a county goal of 1,800 with a ten cent per person rate and a $15 bond sold to the Delphi Tri Kappa chapter.
Delphi moves ahead with a new city water main from springs to the reservoir under Frank Stewart. About twenty five workers started, expected to double soon. an 18000 bond issue was authorized by the city council to be retired in five years from water plant earnings. The project uses remaining funds from a 27256 total and follows an unemployed workers list selection by lot.
Judge E E Pruitt allowed a recount of Madison Township votes after Sheets the Democratic candidate challenged defeat by two votes to Gillam Peoples Party. The recount, to be overseen by Gillam watchers Gus A Hall and others, will consider three mutilated ballots along with all ballots cast.
Wade Farr is named head of Carroll County license distributing branch though not officially notified yet. No fixed issuance date for the year’s license plates and Farr plans to report to the secretariat after formal appointment.
The Royal Arch Majoris of Delphi have elected officers including J. B. Dickison as high priest, Robert Wood as king, William Trobaugh as scribe, G. A. Sheffer as treasurer, T. R. aes enneth Stewart, J.B. Dickison and Haughey D. Mount as justices.
Santa Claus cut prices on Christmas items at Miss. Gowski's Rexall Store in Mississippi. The brief notice highlights discount offers and a seasonal shopping push.
The Carroll Telephone Company has PSC permission to offer free installation during December. Previously a mandatory charge applied for new sets or extensions, requiring a petition to secure the privilege. An ad in this issue of The Citizen promotes the free installation and highlights extension set use as time savers.
Miss Eleanor Guckien entertained twenty guests at a dinner bridge last Tuesday evening, heartily sharing a congenial social occasion with friends and neighbors.
John B. Shelby aged 60 a prominent Lebanon attorney and Democratic leader died unexpectedly Monday Shelby served as mayor of Lebanon and was a noted political figure in the community.
A fragment recalls Riley from Tippécanoe with references to Whitcomb and an inspector role. The incomplete note mentions government, a past weekend, and a summer event surrounding a gas issue.
Rev. and Mrs. C. H. Lesson of Idaville were injured when their car collided with a roadster driven by Howard Robbins north of Yeoman. The accident occurred Sunday morning as Lesson was to preach at Yeoman and Dr. John Carney assisted the injured.
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