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Newspaper
Delphi Citizen
Location
Delphi, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1929
Page
2
Official Democratic newspaper of Carroll County Indiana lists Edmund Parke Beadle as editor and business manager Celia L Beadle as associate editor. Subscription prices shown for outside and inside Indiana and the paper notes second class matter entry at Delphi Indiana post office.
The article argues against an income tax harming farmers and praises the people’s right to alter government tax power. It warns that repeal of the primary law empowers party bosses and disenfranchises women voters, urging citizen activism in taxation and elections.
The statement urges swift passage of an income tax amendment by the Legislature and its submission to voters via a referendum conducted at a special election. It emphasizes timeliness and public vote as essential steps to enact the change.
Over thirty years observed, the piece recalls two Indiana party fights against bosses. It urges Republicans, Democrats and independents, especially women voters, to write to senators or representatives to influence repeal of the primary. It calls for bi partisan action and urges progressive voters to act together.
A local delegation gains independence from Boss Coffin as primaries nominate candidates free from machine control. Bosses fear the rising strength of the people and the repeal effort could end the city manager law. The League of Women Voters is urged to act as the crisis escalates.
In Indianapolis Times, Fred Landis notes President Coolidge and Secretary Kellogg praise the senate for ratifying Borah Briand treaty while criticizing secrecy. He argues cabinet fitness should be discussed openly so the people can know their public servants.
Remarks critique early 20th century policy, noting Kellogg treaty acceptance and later Senate votes on cruisers. The piece jokes about political frictions, Hollywood actors, taxes, Prohibition, and enforcement, calling for swift law application and restraint on pardons while recalling Paris Kellogg treaty origins.
A heated debate erupts as a speaker criticizes tattered seating and weaponlike protrusions. The crowd jeers at the notion of a pledge restricting drink choices while arguing for greater personal liberty and moderation.
Legislators report a flood of telegrams urging defeat of a state income tax resolution, supporters including the Indiana Farm Bureau Federation and Indiana Federation of Labor. Opponents include the Indiana Bankers Association, the state Chamber of Commerce and the Indiana Manufacturers Association. A senate fight is anticipated when the resolutions are reintroduced.
A threadbare threat to influence legislation against an income tax prompts Wisconsin corporations to consider moving to states without income tax such as Indiana. The note warns that removals may be risky, with references to no income tax states becoming scarce and the danger of trading one fire for another.
The document praises Indiana Democrats for a 112 year record of honesty among governors and state officials, noting no dishonest governors or defaulting officials. It contrasts this with opponents who label themselves as the Grand Old Party, a refrain not echoed by Democrats.
The Indianapolis chamber opposes adopting or publishing resolutions against the income tax in towns with limited public life. The statement warns against antagonizing the Farmers Federation and urges cautious, measured action on tax policy.
A reminiscence recalls Indiana’s state flower with a botanical name and an unprintable nickname that might be considered for the running.
The piece reflects on Indiana politics and reform aims as 16 million votes appear a militant minority. It likens Hoover to Bryan and Roosevelt, cites proposed constitutional amendments, and mocks routine calls for new laws while recalling past poetry about Indiana. It ends by noting Brown Coffee-Smith's Grocery.
Evans Woollen resists political sugar coating as he dismisses Democrats' protection measures and holds to a firm stance against what he calls a weak approach. The piece portrays his skepticism of party tactics and his resolve in the face of opposition.
A Martinsville goldfish pond proprietor urged Congress to safeguard Indiana goldfish from what he called pauper goldfish from Japan, noting the potential impact on local hobbyists and commerce.
Hefflin of Alabama attended a Coolidge sausage breakfast gathering with other attendees. The event highlighted a social occasion as part of a series of breakfasts.
An ad urges men and women with bladder weakness backache and nighttime trips to try Cystex with a 48 hour test at Margowski's Drug Store. It claims relief within days or money back and promises renewed pep and better sleep for only 60c.
Edgar Logan executor announces a private sale of real estate in Carroll County Indiana ordered by Carroll Circuit Court. Sale begins February 25 1929 at 10 am at the executor's residence on Michigan Road and continues daily until sold. Property includes described halves and quarters with mortgage lien of 3000 dollars to Fletcher Joint Stock Land Bank Indianapolis.
A ledger summary shows a Total Water Fund balance leaving December 31 1928 with figures including 15 431 02 1 794 34 155 12 134 63 12 25 2 25 293 92 1 000 50 and 5 263 66 across line items.
Public notices in Delphi Indiana and Burlington School Township announce an emergency appropriation of 1300 dollars from the special School fund for furniture and supplies with a right to be heard. Also notices appoint Miranda Hargrave and Nora B Jester estates executors/administrators with solvent estates and dates in January 1929.
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