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Newspaper
Delphi Citizen
Location
Delphi, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1934
Page
2
Readers debate the impact of uncensored World War II images. Some view them as a call to strengthen national defenses and patriotism, while others see them fueling militant pacifism and a refusal to bear arms. Photographs educate the public about wartime horrors and may push for stronger defense or for peace by peoples.
The nation frets as the President proposes a peace time budget with a $270 million cut on personal unearned incomes over $8,000 and a tax rate cut for the lower bracket. Critics claim the burden falls on the wealthy while Hearst propagandists push a different motive.
A Delphi column argues for freedom of the press while criticizing radio censorship. It notes politicians like Senator Robinson voicing opposition, praises city council action against local static, and cites diverse opinions on music, nudism, and the radio’s role in daily life.
Arthur Brisbane cites Mayor LaGuardia detailing New York State Prison Welfare Island as a corrupt system where criminals influence officials, drugs and weapons circulate among prisoners, and graft pervades operations. He argues prisons fail to reform and crime costs rise, urging reform lessons for the nation. The piece also touches on Indiana State Penal Farm dismissals and calls for a serious national response to crime and penalties.
A Logansport woman claimed she saw bear tracks under the hired girl's window and placed a large steel trap there to avoid frightening the girl. After a night of loud cries and chaos, she discovered her husband hopping on one leg with the trap attached, and a divorce petition was filed the next morning.
A historical outline arguing that revaluing gold would raise commodity prices to restore earnings and purchasing power. It claims money and commodity values move inversely, criticizes the Federal Reserve as private, and proposes Treasury control under the President, doubling money supply if gold is revalued.
An Indiana pulpit sermon by Rev. Morris H. Coers defends the present State Administration. The preacher asserts the governor has not engaged in corruption or religious liberty violations and praises his intellect and advanced economic theory.
The acting company behind Pair of Kids earned 274 dollars in one night showing strong appeal for good shows. George C. Milin presented Richelieu in this city on Wednesday evening and was hailed as a rival to Booth for his tragic prowess.
The Times describes a new bustle invention called the Stool Bustle. Four upright sticks extend to near the bottom of the dress to form a camp stool when the wearer sits. It is praised for convenience during shopping, picnics, and parties among cultured eastern women.
A quip about the phrase perfectly lovely being used freely prompts plans for a society to curb fits and antics. Observers claim the saying migrates from ladies to pigs, sausages, and even a corpse, sparking satire and civic whimsy.
The article notes alfalfa was cultivated in Europe more than 200 years ago, highlighting early adoption and agricultural significance. It emphasizes historical cultivation without detailing specific countries or dates.
A collection of opinions from notable figures on banking risk, federal influence on credit, constitutional finance, and social policy. Included are remarks attributed to Henry Hazlitt Will Rogers Glenn Frank Frances Perkins Herbert Corey Raymond Moley James Rolph Tom Connally Ruth Hale and Mrs Katherine Hepburn's mother.
The piece argues Dillinger’s danger is exaggerated and mob violence unnecessary. It notes uncertainty over whether he killed anyone, hints at public admiration for his daring, and contends legal processes should prevail over lynching. It warns lynch mobs do not punish fairly and misprioritize threats.
A Mickey Mouse Magazine is being distributed by National Dairy milk companies to children nationwide. The magazine portrays Mickey as editor and hero to boost demand for fluid milk and improve farm prices through increased consumption, with stories pictures and puzzles engaging young readers.
The text argues that gold demand has doubled and a revaluation aims to boost gold supply to stabilize prices. It claims international bankers manipulated demand and concealed the cause for over 12 years since May 1920, via a guarded charter and denial.
A terse note argues that urgent demara on gold must be opened and understood, signaling a shift in policy or practice. The fragment hints at a requirement to reveal and interpret underlying motives and rules prompting broader access or release of gold reserves.
Crow killing in Indianapolis sponsored by the Department of Conservation and the Division of Fish and Game formed several new conservation clubs across Indiana. Hundreds more volunteers have shown interest, with clubs to be organized for permanent cooperation in conserving the state's natural resources.
The fragmentary OCR reads a postal movement note with unclear terms and names. It lacks coherent details, but hints at a staged movement or campaign involving Jetters and a carrier, without verifiable dates or places.
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