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Delphi Citizen

Location

Delphi, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Dec 13, 1934

Page

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Carroll County Farm Bureau backs 1935 program and tax stance

The Carroll County Farm Bureau met in annual session Tuesday and endorsed the state and national legislative program for 1935, supporting the gross income tax over a sales tax and backing the Agricultural Adjustment Act. Officers were re elected and reports given by the secretary and treasurer. S K Derrick from the Indiana Farm Bureau spoke on the program and cooperative efforts. The program featured musical selections from local students and a glee club.

Carroll County Farm Bureau Arthur Mullin Miles Martin Mary ‘Mason C. B. Shaffer John Witter S and E Lloyd Beard Lee Seward Washington Township Earl Powell Deer Creek Township Delphi High School Girls’ Glee Club Horace Taylor Delphi High School

Bill Perigo Married Saturday In Michigan

William Perigo former Delphi and Western State College basketball star married Margaret Burrell in Kalamazoo Michigan at a Catholic church. The couple left for a short wedding trip and will reside in Marksville where Perigo coaches basketball.

William Perigo Delphi Western State College Margaret Burrell Kalamazoo Mich Marklesville Perigo

Doctor Kent to Address Carroll County Teachers Institute

Dr. R H Kent will speak at a session of the Carroll County Teachers Institute at the court house on Saturday. Group meetings will be led by Mrs Marjorie Wasson Guy G Sharp Mrs Esta Huffer Mrs Mildred Gerrad T D Peterson and Miss Nondice Jackson.

R.H. Kent Carroll County Teacher’s Institute Court House Marjorie Wasson Guy G. Sharp Esta Huffer Mildred Gerrad T. D. Peterson Nondice Jackson

Open Detour on State Road 39 Sparks Traffic Move

A short stretch between Pittsburg and Lane's Corner, combining state roads 39 and 18, is now open though paving incomplete. Traffic resumes despite missing berms and shoulders. Mr and Mrs Bernie Hefleng relocate this week to the apartment above Enterick's Cream station.

Pittsburg Lane’s Corner Bernie Hefleng Enterick Cream Station

Couple Celebrates 54th Wedding Anniversary Near Delphi

Mr and Mrs Harry Vandervolgen north of Delphi celebrated their 54th wedding anniversary Sunday at home. Dinner for 12 guests at noon included their two sons Freeman of Tam W Virginia and George Vandervolgen with wife from Beckley West Virginia Are thur Million whose birthday came the same day and Mrs Million waley were present.

Harry Vandervolgen Delphi Freeman Tam W. Virginia George Vandervolgen Beckley W. Virginia Arethur Million Million. Waley

Young Co operative Club Schedules Tuesday Meeting

The Young People's Co operative club will meet Tuesday evening in Camden, moving from the fourth Monday due to Christmas Eve. Washington two leads a novelty trio with other numbers. talks by Richard Hawn and Maxine Hanna. New officers elected last meeting include Earl Powell as chairman, Robert Reiff vice chairman, and Mary Studebaker secretary treasurer.

Young People’s Co-operative Club Camden Washington Two Richard Hawn Maxine Hanna Earl Powell Robert Reiff Mary Studebaker

Clawson and Witter Tie the Knot in Flora

Miss Chestine Clawson daughter of Mr and Mrs Harvey Clawson of Ock ley and Thomas Witter son of Mr and Mrs John Witter of Flora wed December 1 at the Flora Methodist parsonage with Rev R W Michel officiating. Subscribe for The Citizen.

Chestine Clawson Harvey Clawson Ockley Thomas Witter John Witter Flora R. W. Michel

Commission Urges Combining Carrell And Clinton Courts

The governor's report proposes consolidating state circuit courts from 105 to 81 with shorter terms and sessions. It recommends merging Clinton and Carroll counties, Newton and Jasper, Cass and Fulton, and eliminating the Tippecanoe superior court.

Carrell and Clinton Clinton Carroll Newton Jasper Cass Fulton Tippecanoe Superior Court

Former County Surveyor Ross Myer Dies by Suicide

Ross Myer fifty five, former county surveyor of Carroll and Tippecanoe counties, died by shooting himself in Lafayette. His body was found in his car near his home after family reported he failed to return for lunch. He had lived in Monroe and Burlington townships and was active in the Masons and Knights of Pythias. Poor health blamed for the tragedy.

Ross Myer Carroll Tipperinee Lafayette Monroe Burlington Carroll County Ing Tippecanoe County Heal

Night classes begin here Monday at Delphi

Ross Allen FERA county supervisor announces Monday evening start for night classes in Delphi with courses in English current problems and mathematics. A full schedule will be available when students convene. Enrollment is expected to be larger than last year. Flora Burlington will also start classes next week taught by Paul Kahl and Alles Bailey.

Titiana Delphi Ross Allen FERA Allen Eglish Flora Burlington Paul Kahl Alles Bailey

Will Price to Speak at Carroll County Taxpayer Meeting

Cass county representative-elect Will Price will address the Carroll County Taxpayer's Association at its annual meeting Friday evening at Flora. The gathering begins at 7 p m and new officers are to be elected. The speaker also serves as president of the Cass County Taxpayer's Association.

Will Price Cass County Carroll Cn Taxpayer's Association Flora Cass County Taxpayer’s Association

Mercury Drops to Five Above as Cold Weather Returns

The afternoon reading showed a new winter low around five above zero, with officials noting a brief warm spell ending as snow and freezing conditions moved in. Officials expect warmer conditions to return today.

Reese Fraser wedding near Delphi

Perry Fraser and Miss Florence Reese married November 24 by Rev. Gaffney of South Bend. Fraser is son of Ed Fraser and former rural mail carrier on Delphi route 3. Reese is daughter of Mrs. John Quinn. They will reside on the Ed Lynch farm northeast of Delphi.

Perry Fraser Florence Reese Gaffney South Bend

Delphi Announces Fox Howatt Wedding Date In Florida

Invitations go out for the December 21 wedding of Miss Mary Louise Fox daughter of Mrs Coble Fox and the late Mr Fox to Ernest Willard Howatt Jr at Grace M E church St Augustine Florida Mrs Fox and husband Walter Fox and daughter often visit Delphi while residing in the south Mr Fox is a Purdue graduate

Delphi Mary Louise Fox Coble Fox Ernest Willard Howatt, Jr Grace M. E. Church St. Augustine Florida

Robert Hanna Recovers From Infected Hand

Robert Hanna has improved after a serious infection in his hand. Medical staff monitor his recovery and report progress.

Robert Hanna

Farmer jailed for drawing weapon on son in Flora quarrel

Lester Kingery, 59, of east of Flora, is jailed on a charge of drawing a dangerous weapon on his son John during a quarrel Saturday night in Flora. The hammer of a gun struck the son's hand, causing a minor injury. the trigger was reportedly pulled in a scuffle after the son tried to take the father home. Sheriff Arthur Anderson transferred Kingery to county jail.

Lester Kingery Flora John Kingery Delphi Arthur Anderson

Recount Sets Campbell’s Victory by Twenty Votes

Election recount tellers finished tabulating votes for county commissioner District Two. A. G. Campbell defeated Earl Chapman by 20 votes, eight more than the regular count. Protests were filed, with uncertainty on an appeal. In Tippecanoe County the clerks’ initials appeared on four ballots instead of two.

A. G. Campbell Earl Chapman Tippecanoe Two

Devon Smith Stars in Purdue Western Game

Devon Smith formerly of Delphi led Western State in a 42 to 28 loss to Purdue. He scored 6 of Western State’s 28 and anchored the defense. Delphi fans attended the Monday night game as former coach Paul Lostutter traveled from Shelbyville to watch his ex star.

Devon Smith Delphi Smith Purdue Kalamazoo Paul Lostutter Shelbyville

Carroll County Students Attend Indiana University

Seventeen Carroll county residents are listed as enrolled at Indiana University this semester in the registrar records. Names include Bringhurst Dana Pratt Carter and Flora resident John Burns among others across Delph i and Rockfield with nursing and medical school affiliations in Indianapolis.

Carroll County Indiana University Bringhurst Dana Pratt Carter Burrows Anna Margaret Shaffer George W. Wagoner Indianapolis Burlington Mary B. Smoker Social Service Cutler Robert W. Brown Delphi Mary Frances Dobbins Isaac Gregg Frederick B. Martin Maxine Maxwell Nurses’ Training School Lewis N. Mullit Opal Mary Mullin a _Flora John Burns Howard Parks Betty Jane Voorhees Vagiacen Rockfield Joseph E. Mullin Yeoman Laura E. Gilliam

Corn Hog Committee Moves to Relic Room

The corn hog control association moves its office from the jury room in the courthouse to the relic room of the Historical Society. A temporary petition was built across the room and the relics were moved to the south end of the commission.

The Corn-Hog Control Association Historical Society Com

Mother of former Delphi school head dies at 95

Mrs. Charlotte Henderson, 95, died at Deaconess Hospital in Indianapolis. She was the mother of Prof. H. A. Henderson, former Delphi School superintendent. Prof and Mrs. Henderson and his aged mother spent summers at their cottage in Sunset Park on Lake Freeman. The body was taken to Goodman for burial.

Charlotte Henderson Deaconess Hospital Indianapolis

Card Party Prize Winners At Communi Center Last Night

Hollowing won high in bridge with Mrs Falr Clifford and Simid, high in euchre and other games. Mrs Sarve Hoshaw and low went to Mrs John Baer.

High Bridge Falr Clifford Hig Simid Sarve Hoshaw Low John Baer

An Empty Stocking A Major Charity Tragedy

The piece reflects on empty stockings as a major tragedy for children and argues Christmas charity should extend beyond a single day. It praises the role of Tri Kappas Benevolent Society churches and other groups in preventing such disappointment and emphasizes Christmas as a time for broad, lasting generosity.

Delphi Tri Kappas The Benevolent Society

Doctors Immunize 391 During Annual Health Campaign

Approximately 80 percent of Carroll County school children are immune to diphtheria and 75 percent protected against smallpox, per a report by county health supervisor Esther Gregg. The annual health day vaccinated 391 people including 303 students 75 preschool children and 13 adults 265 for smallpox 243 for diphtheria and 109 received both vaccines, with the county deemed out of danger of an epidemic.

Carroll County Esther Gregg

Delphi Pop Club Opens Season With Jimmy Raschel Show

The Delphi Pop Club hosts its first social of the season at the armory with Jimmy Raschel and his fifteen dus ky masters of ryth m. Raschel’s band is a top dance orchestra, often heard on CBS. Two floor shows add to the evening. Tickets available at Crosby's Hotel and other local firms. Dancing from 9 to 2 a.m.

New Delphi Pop Club Jimmy Raschel Armory Raschel Columbia Broadcasting System Crosby's

Notice to Public on Dissolved Partnership Accounts

Notice to public that the partnership is dissolved and those with accounts should settle promptly. Includes a note about WHITHMAN BROS. & CO. and a fragment about Tim McCormick returning from California to become Delphi marshal with Mrs. McCormick. Also a for sale line mentioning Maytag Oil and Herb Smith 4 home.

Whithman Bros. & CO Thomas Tim” McCormick California Delphi Marshall Mrs. McCormick Maytag Oil Herb Smith

Two Men Seek Loans After Booze Truck Accident

Three weeks ago two well dressed men stopped at the home of Martin Boone, a farmer near Delphi, asking to borrow $20 to pay damages after a Detroit booze truck crash. One man gave the name Walter King of Detroit. A similar visit occurred last week at James Cripe’s farm nearby, with identical story and description.

Martin Boone Delphi Detroit Peoria Walter King P’aidn James Cripe

Flora Couple Begin Trip Around World

Mr and Mrs Will Kirkpatrick sail from New York aboard the steamship President Johnson for a voyage around the world marking the start of their long journey today.

Will Kirkpatrick New York President Johnson

Snoeberger Cop Awards At International Show

Roy and John Snoeberger of Rockfield won awards for farm product exhibits at the International Grain and Stock show in Chicago. Lois Ruth Snoeberger took third prize in her division for yellow dent corn.

Roy and John Snoeberger Rockfield Chicago Lois Ruth Snoeberger

Auto License Plates Selling Three Times as Rapidly

Automobile license plates are selling three times as fast as last year says Paul Ashba local branch manager In the first three days after sales began 187 passenger car plates and 33 truck plates were sold Officials cite two reasons no time extension and state mailed refill blanks as reminders

Paul Ashba

Oracles Host Staggs Indians Friday Night Showdown

The Oracles meet Monticello Indians on their home floor in a keen test after a season opening near miss against Logan and a decisive win over Winamac. Jack Gee recovers from a practice injury but will play.

Oracles Monticello Indians Stagg Indians Logan Berries Winamac Jack Gee Williams

Camden Defeats Flora In Tight 22–16 Hoops Win

The Camden team defeated the Flora Badgers 22 to 16 in a hard fought game last night. Camden relied on tight defense and key baskets to seal the victory.

Camden Flora Badgers

Two Hurt In Weekend Auto Wrecks In Carroll County

Carroll county residents sustained injuries in weekend crashes. Mr and Mrs Henry B Wilson escaped serious harm when their car hit a stalled gravel truck on state road 39 near Delphi. The truck owner Harry Mason and his young son were involved. Wilsons suffered rib and head injuries.

Carroll County Henry B. Wilson Delphi Harry Mason Wilson Mr. Wu Mason Fred Squires Dyer Vern Smith Rockfield Bob Tribbett Camden

Swatts Daughter To Sing With East Chicago Choir

Miss Isabelle Swatts of Summit Street will sing with the East Chicago choir in a forthcoming broadcast. The Swatts family is noted in the community and the event highlights local talent joining a city program.

Monda Isabelle Swatts 8. M. Swatts Summit St East Chicago

Townsend Plan Topic At Court House Meeting

Local representatives of the Town arrange a meeting at the court house assembly room Saturday evening at 7 30. Adolph Starr and Mrs Mamie Bryant secretary of the old age revolving pensions will speak. The public is invited.

Townsend Old Age Pension Plan Court House Adolph Starr Mamie Bryant Old Age Revolving Pensions

Jasper Prosecutor Maps Campaign To Grab Landis Seat

The Jasper county prosecutor Charles Halleck emerges as the Republican pick for the seat left by the late Frederick Landis. Halleck plans a thirteen county tour before the late January special election. Democratic incumbent George R. Durgan will oppose him as party leaders weigh voter interest and seat battles.

Jasper Landis Charles Halleck Jasper County Frederick Landis Logansport Indiana Bessie Landis Halleck Winamac Harry G. Leslie W. C. Aschanhort Flora The Christian Church Leslie Rev. Aschanhort Halleck and Halleck, Rensselaer George R. Durgan

State Commander Speaks At Flora Legion Meeting

A Flora district meeting featured Frank Rossa state commander and A R Killion northern vice commander delivering main addresses. A parade by the Logansport band preceded the session, and plans for the annual membership drive and gifts for Veterans hospitals patients were discussed.

Flora Legion Flora Legion Frank Rossa A. R. Killion Lafayette Logansport Veterans Hospitals

Ruddell Suit for 10000 Dollars Heads to Jury

John Ruddell filed a $10000 damage suit in circuit court against Adel man Ward over an automobile crash. Case venued from Clinton county. Plaintiffs counsel listed as Robinson Cartwright and Wason. defense by Harker Inwin Hanna. Jury includes Snyder Austin Sims Hed Doolittle Strong Liebert Miller Gallinger Funkhouser Johnson Lowery.

John Ruddell Adelman Ward Clinton County Robinson Cartwright Wason Harker Inwin Hanna Irwin T. Snyder Ross Austin Paul Sims Robert Hedde Wilbur Doolittle Larry A. Strong Frank A. Liebert Phillip Miller Chas, Gallinger Lewis Funkhouser Clyde R. Johnson Carl T. Lowery

Benevolent Society Seeks Christmas Gifts for Delphi Children

The Benevolent Society began preparations this week to collect Christmas gifts for children in Delphi. Local volunteers organize drop off points and appeal for toys books and clothing to brighten the holiday season for families in need.

The Benevolent Society Delphi

Legion Co operative Supper Tuesday Night

Community notices Legion Co operative hosts a supper Tuesday night with radio tubes by Herb Smith and local volunteers helping. Proceeds support post activities and youth programs in the district.

Legion Co-Operative Herb Smith

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Bill Perigo Michigan Young Co-Operative Club Mercury Reese Fraser Fox-Howatt Son Campbell Tippecanoe Snoebergers Stagg’s Indians H. B. Wilson Townsend Chas. Halleck
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