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Delphi Citizen

Location

Delphi, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Dec 23, 1927

Page

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Testimony Heard in Murder Case Names List

Jury in a murder case hears witness testimony naming Charles B. Johnsonbaugh Adams Charles G Ginn Tippecanoe Vern Ferguson Burlington Oscar Leatherman Deer Creek Charles R Appleton Monroe William Kerlin Rock Creek William Ginn Tippecanoe Warren E Blackwell Adams Thomas Robinson Rock Creek R A Duff Madison Henry Hoover Tippecanoe Isaac Bowman Jackson.

Charles B. Johnsonbaugh Adams Charles G. Ginn Tippecanoe Vern Ferguson Burlington Oscar Leatherman Deer Creek Charles R. Appleton Monroe William Kerlin Rock Creek William Ginn Warren E. Blackwell Thomas Robinson R. A. Duff Madison Henry Hoover Isaac Bowman Jackson

Frank C Dailey Coming to Delphi to Make Address

Frank C Dailey of Indianapolis will speak at a Jackson Day dinner in Delphi on Monday evening January 9. County Chairman John Kerlin and Mrs. W. T. Brackenridge say a large turnout is expected at the Presbyterian church dining room as Dailey campaigns for governor in this Democratic year.

Frank C. Dailey Indianapolis Delphi John Kerlin Rockfield W. T. Brackenridge Presbyterian Church Dailey Indiana

Fines Page At Deer Creek Dance Hall Incident

Charles L. Wilkinson justice fined two Logansport men, William Caulkins and Ray Finickle, five dollars plus costs totaling 31.70 after pleading guilty at a Deer Creek dance hall disturbance. Deputies arrested two Peru youths and two Miami County boys as sheriff and A A Never lament ongoing bootlegger trouble as officers struggle to enforce order.

William Caulkins Ray Finickle Logansport Frank Sink Delphi A. A. Never

Delphi Man Dies Suddenly of Apoplexy During Pool Game

Louis G. Niewerth 65 a lifelong Delphi resident collapsed to death from apoplexy at 10:30 p.m. Tuesday while playing pool with Paul Quick at the Masonic Temple. A plumber by trade, he belonged to A F and A Masons and other local fraternal orders.

Louis G. Niewerth Delphi Masonic Temple Mr. Niewerth Paul Masonic Oriers Knights of Pythias Lodge No Fiemmoni Order of the Mystic Shrine

Jurors Narrow To Eight In Bushels of Supposed Trial

The report notes 112 jurors split into 12 regular and 100 venire with only eight remaining when swearing in. Judge B B Pruitt governs with firmness and fairness while Judge Pollard, aged 82, is highlighted for long service and his history as a Confederate soldier and judge in numerous murder trials.

Sink B. B. Pruitt Charles Pollard Pollard

Legion members shuck corn for a sick neighbor

Thirty American Legion post members helped Roy Cowan by shucking about twenty acres of corn on a frigid day near zero. The Auxiliary served fried chicken at Legion headquarters, and the group shared a generous spirit. Funeral services for Cowan are expected Friday afternoon.

American Legion Roy Cowan West Side Auxiliary Legion

Fred Smith Burned Face in Singed Accident

Fred Smith, a well known farmer, suffered a painful facial burn last Monday while traveling south of Booger. He was singing and his hair raised several blisters as glass lenses protected his eyes.

Fred Smith Satis

Christmas Cards and The Rufing Sheep in New Seasonal Notes

Sparse OCR reads mention Christmas cards and a title The Rufing Sheep with stray phrasing about a minstrel or soca and a suggested date. Readable elements are limited to Christmas items and a song-like title, with no clear event or person details.

Tri.Kappa Charity Dance Draws Met People at K of P Hall

The Tri.Kappa Charity Christmas dance and card party is set for Monday evening at the K of P hall. Hosts Mrs J C Schermerhorn and son will entertain Mr and Mrs J C O Connor and Mr and Mrs E P Beadle. Christmas guests include Mrs J D Wirt of Frankfort, Charles, Mrs Hiberlin, Mrs Julia, and Miss Anna Hardy.

Tri.Kappa P. Hall J. C. Schermerhorn and Son J. C. O’conner E. P. Beadleat Ily J. D. Wirt Frankfort Charles Hiberlin Julia Anna Hardy

County Farm Bureau holds session and elects officers

In Carroll County the Farm Bureau met Monday afternoon with 570 enrolled. A resolution praised state and national Farm Bureau efforts and savings, pledging support to agricultural interests. Officers elected: Claude Wickard president, E E Stephens successor. first vice president E Campbell. second vice president Mrs Mary Kerlin. secretary Mrs Mary Kerlin. treasurer James A Shirk.

Ile Jefferson Adams Os Rock Creek National Farm Bureau Lave Indiana Farm Bureau Organization Claude Wickard Carrollton Township E. E. Stephens Campbell Madison Township Charles Quinn Democrat Township Mary Kerlin James A. Shirk

Juvenile Court Hears Debauchery Case in Rock Creek Township

In a Tuesday session in juvenile court Judge Pruitt admonished four youths and required them to undertake the water cure, attend church and Sunday school, and write regularly to the board of guardians. Relatives witnessed the hearing after the Deer Creek incident following a Wednesday arrest by Deputy Sheriff Frank Sink.

Loyd Kimble Daniel Sink E. "Pruitt Carroll County Charles Pollard Ralph Hanna Pollard Woodville Roe Creek Kimbie Kimble Sink Jeanette Taylor Hanna Carrollton Bridge Pozard George Brant Irvin Graf Mexico Frank Sink Deer Creek Riley Sink Board of Perug

DIES IN IOWA BURIED AT COLBURN

The body of Miss Jennie McDougall was found in Iowa and buried at Colburn. Authorities identified her as the deceased and prepared funeral arrangements at the Colburn cemetery. Funeral services are scheduled with local clergy and family members expected to attend.

Colburn

No End of Roofs Damaged by Big Storm

Two weeks after a hurricane like wind caused thousands of dollars in roof damage, Metzger Lumber and George C Loy Roofing work to repair. They stay ready for emergencies, noting modern roofs go on faster than old wooden shingles, with more tin and galvanizing.

Metzger Lumber Company George C. Loy Roofing Company

Citisen Paper Halts Extra Pages This Week

The Citisen publisher apologizes for the newspaper being unable to print extra pages due to unfortunate circumstances. The outage affects columns and ads. readers are asked for patience as the regular issue is delivered without the planned additions.

Citisen

Bradshaw sponsors fifth annual thrift gift drive

Mr and Mrs William H Bradshaw sponsor their fifth annual Christmas gift to encourage thrift. On Saturday December 24 1927 from 10 AM to 4 PM at the Delphi Wagon Works office South Washington Street Delphi Indiana they will give a one dollar offer to eligible children.

William H. Bradshaw Delphi Wagon Works South Washington Street Delphi Indiana

Camden depot change eyed amid town concerns

The Camden depot may face changes though no concrete action has been taken. Officials suggest potential hardships, with officials noting the proposal would affect six to eight clerks and reduce staff at passenger and freight desks. Local merchants warn of economic impact, estimating about ten thousand dollars yearly.

Camden Ae Bee Nace McCain Carmiden Pennsylvania

Make Merry Class Christmas Party At Methodist Church

Make Merry class of the Sunday school held its Christmas party in the church parlors with a 7 pm buffet dinner. Ed Downs presented a gift picture to teacher Henry B. Wilson as Rev Manker spoke and children performed a program under Mrs Loyal Hoshaw. A $150 class fund gift was announced for the building fund.

Methodist Church Loyal Hoshaw Cd P. Manker Ed Downs Henry B. Wilson

Hickory Grove Church Plans Christmas Tree Event

Hickory Grove church plans a Christmas tree and entertainment event next Saturday evening. The gathering will feature a tree cut from nearby woods and set up in the sanctuary for worship and seasonal activities.

Hickory Grove Church House of Worship

Community Sale Notice From John Baer

John Baer announces a community sale featuring livestock fence posts baled straw and household items. The notice says he hopes to sell many pieces and may reach up to 900 items or units depending on interest.

John Baer

Bombing report on Stewart and Gouchenoura street

A damaged fragment reports a bombing incident on Main Street near Stewart and Gouchenoura Friday after 2 o clock. The note mentions a location hit and an ongoing police response with unclear details.

Tantei Bomedante Stewart and Gouchenoura

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Eran Dan Link Molly B. Milroy Charles L. Wilkinson Coste Phi Crosby Penigo Sanderson Dr. Quick T. W. Armstrong County Bed Jennie McDoug MR. and Mrs. Bradshaw Wey H. B. Wilson
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