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Newspaper
Delphi Citizen
Location
Delphi, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 03, 1938
Page
2
A columnist argues in 1938 that Americans debate vast government roles and economic cures. He warns no simple slogan fixes unemployment, urging citizens to voice views while noting democracy must referee conflicts between haves and have nots.
A public warning against repeated wage cuts echoes Roosevelt’s pledge to workers and business. The piece argues cutting wages worsens the downturn as workers have less to spend, stalling demand and business activity. It notes discussions with leaders of business prior to pledges and emphasizes avoiding a Hoover era mistake.
A collage of items reports Mark Twain toasts women at a Washington Correspondents’ Club banquet on January 12. Other notes recount destitute Alabama Negroes shipped to Mobile, local politics, a Delphi gas works contract, a libertine courtesan tale, religious revivals, Johnson impeachment chatter, martial spirit, and quips from various papers.
A column by Ray E. Smith critiques Southern wage objections to a federal bill and mocks segregation-driven pay cuts. It notes a 25 year nickel redesign honoring Jefferson and Monticello, then highlights Newcastle's Citizens Building and Loan ad praising Roosevelt reforms, citing resource growth from 79,609 to 426,093 dollars and government insured savings to five thousand.
A collage of witty quotes comments and cultural jabs from diverse papers. It juxtaposes labor wage talk traffic signals humor about Scots voices Norways rankings public relations Leif Erikson and Demosthenes with references to New Deal rhetoric and local election winds.
A transcript-like paragraph presents quotes from Senator J. Hamilton Lewis, James Bryant Conant, Senator Alben Barkley, Walter O'Keefe, Thomas Parran, and James Cromwell criticizing politics, education, taxation, health, and wealth. The editorial tone laments division while noting wealth and investment tax considerations.
A column argues that both price controls and price supports are necessary in a planned economy and criticizes opponents of the Roosevelt administration for claiming inconsistency. The piece cites the need to balance high and low prices as producers and big firms influence markets. It labels attacks on Roosevelt as fascist or dictatorial rhetoric.
Charles Michelson argues that Democratic Party rifts cited by columnists reflect political health, not decay. He notes Kentucky Governor’s flirtation with Barkley for a Senate seat, but insists local contests hinge on local factors and party unity remains intact despite changes in personalities.
A fragment notes among 37 navy officers promoted to captain is Commander P. Smithkillybrand, likely Jones in short form, with commentary from Bloomington Star. The quote from Business Week appears alongside.
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