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Newspaper
Delphi Citizen
Location
Delphi, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1924
Page
2
The Delphi Citizen prints a Christmas meditation by Louis Varnum Wolfe on the nativity story. It reflects on the Wise Men’s faith driven journey and the enduring message of goodwill guiding society beyond calendar seasons. The piece links faith to social and national strength.
The article recalls Jules Jusserand the French ambassador to the United States and his wife commissioning a stone bird-bath memorial in Piney Branch valley. It notes wartime walks, a London cenotaph to animals, and the broader claim that civilizational growth is shown by honoring animals who aided the war effort.
The Illinois Department of Labor notes employment pickup has not materialized with a manufacturing survey showing a slight rise in out of work. September to November passed without a surge, more people are jobless than at Coolidge’s era, and winter slackness looms. In Indiana Carroll County Circuit Court January Term 1925 Virgil Cunningham v Mary Ann Daniel et al. is filed to quiet title on real estate with extensive defendant list and unknown heirs, pending appearance February 2, 1925.
Textiles shut in the east and growing midwest joblessness put pressure on leaders who pledged swift gains from their programs. Voters, workers, and party figures anticipate tough questions as the economic picture darkens and accountability becomes a public issue.
The passage describes a landmark achievement in wireless image transmission from New York to Chicago and then across the Atlantic. It underscores electricity as the era’s prime marvel, noting growing astonishment has waned but the feat remains a remarkable advance in an age of wonders.
A historical note praises Alaska's value, comparing domestic reindeer and northwest riches to the $7.2 million purchase price. It frames the Louisiana Purchase as a grand outcome, while deeming Alaska a solid modern bargain and a land venture with lagniappe.
The Methodist Episcopal Church lists services for Sunday December 21 1924 including 9 30 Sunday School led by Forrest Orr 10 30 Morning Worship with the Emmanuel God With Us sermon. Epworth League conducts 2 P M services at the County Poor Farm and a 6 P M Christmas Service followed by 7 P M Cantata Holy Night. R B Kern is pastor.
The Church of the Brethren announces Sunday services at 9 30 and a 10 45 sermon by the pastor with a 7 30 evening Christmas program. Next Saturday December 20 the Y P D Young Peoples Department will sell home made candies on Delphi streets. A Christmas market and bazaar runs December 24 at C C McFarland Grocery with orders welcome by phone.
Rev E M Martinson leads a morning worship at 10 45 with a Christmas sermon The Word Made Flesh A 7 PM Christmas program and entertainment follow Church youth meeting postponed for the holiday Strength of kingdom enlistment week runs Dec 28 to Jan 4 Rev Gilbert head of Biblical Literature and Sociology at Defiance College will preach nightly at 7 30 including a Prayer Page in the Herald of Gospel Liberty Services open to all adults and families across the week
The Arc hosts Jackie Coogan for two performances on Monday and Tuesday, delivering his acclaimed acting and stage presence for local audiences.
The Ruffing Shop advertises RCA Radiola sets priced at 35 65 90 and 150 dollars with delivery before Christmas. These home radio consoles offer multiple price points for holiday buyers.
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