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Delphi Citizen

Location

Delphi, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Feb 19, 1927

Page

4

Local Visitors and Job Changes Across County Offices

Mr and Mrs John Sanders and daughter Jean visited over Sunday with Mrs Sanders parents at Burgersville. See Patsy at the D of I Hall Feb 28 15 25 cents. Mrs Dorothy Van Natta recently resigned from the county auditor office has joined Imes Davidson Insurance Co. Miss Kathleen Jacoby takes the auditor office post vacated by Van Natta.

John Sanders Jean Patsy D. of I. Hall Dorothy van Natta County Auditor’s Imes-Davidson Insurance Co Kathleen Jacoby Auditor’s van Natta

Masonic Lodge Initiatory Services and District Meetings

Carroll Lodge No 174 initiatory work to be conferred Monday February 21 at 9 o clock. Wabash Encampment No 6 to confer the A degree on a class of applicants Wednesday February 28 at Odd Fellows Hall Main Street Lafayette with invitations to Delphi members and a social hour with refreshments. Patriarch Militant I C O F Department Council Session to be held at Valparaiso August 8 9 and 10 1927 with visits to State Park and nearby lakes for outdoor recreation.

L.-C. C. F. Carroll Lodge No. 174 Wabash Lafayette Odd Fellows Hall Main Street Delphi Department Council Valparaiso Odd Fellows Indiana

Entertainment at Carroll Lodge event delightfully received

Carroll Lodge 174 S O O F held a Thursday evening program on February 17 with music by the Junior Band and D H S Glee Club. The readings were well received and after the program 225 attendees were served ice cream and cake. The committee thanks all who attended and cooperated. Signed by W H Jacoby C E Caldwell W H Trawin F B Hemming Grover Kite.

Carroll Lodge D. H. S. Glee Club W. H. Jacoby C. E. Caldwell W. H. Trawin F. B. Hemming Grover Kite

Rosary Society Elects Officers at St Joseph Church

The Rosary Society of St Joseph Catholic Church names its officers for the year with Mrs W C Heflong as president Mrs Joe Lathrope as secretary and Mrs Harry Haugh as treasurer in the election.

the Rosary Society of the St. Joseph Catholic Church W. C. Heflong Joe Lathrope Harry Haugh

East ern Star Auxiliary March Committee List

The March committee of the Eastern Star Auxiliary for the meeting on March 17 includes Nellie Haughey Mary Johnson Dorothy Orr Lois Bowman Margaret Bowman Della Bowen Stella Cartwright Naomi Pruitt Pearl Nelson Grace Smock Zelpha Frisbee Lorene Myers Emma Obear Laura Breining Josephine Shealey.

Oo. E. S March Committee of the Eastern Star Nellie Haughey Mary Johnson Dorothy Orr Lois Bowman Margaret Bowman Della Bowen Stella Cartwright Naomi Pruitt Pearl Nelson Grace Smock Zelpha Frisbee Lorene Myers Emma Obear Laura Breining Josephine Shealey

Delphia Presbyterian Missionary Society Elects Officers

An enjoyable meeting was held at Mrs. George Hall's home. Officers elected include President Mrs. Mabel Crowl and vice presidents Mrs. C. T. Amick and Mrs. Grace Shaffer. Secretary Mrs. Ed Baum treasurer Mrs. Eva Dooley, literature secretary Mrs. Charles Gros. Attendance averaged 28. Devotions by Mrs. James Dickinson on “Service.” Talks on the Indian and missionary work in Korea by Mrs. Will S. Smith and Mrs. Dooley. Refreshments served by hostesses Hall, Mrs. John Smith and Mrs. Tom Smith Sr.

Delphi Presbyterian Missionary Society George Hall Cers Mabel Crowl C.T. Amick Grace Shaffer Ed Baum Eva Dooley Charles Gros James Dickinson Will S. Smith Dooley Korea Hall John Smith Tom Smith

DAR Thimble Party Sets Washington's Birthday Program

D A R Charles Carroll Chapter hosts an old fashioned thimble party with a silver offering next Tuesday afternoon after Washington's birthday at Mrs. W H Bradshaw's home. Guests meet George and Martha with their colored butler. A program honors the first president. committee includes Mrs Harriett Gros, Mrs W T Brackenridge, Mrs W H Bradshaw, Mrs Will Gros, and Mrs Vernon Whit.

Charles Carroll Daughters of the American Revolution Washington W. H. Bradshaw George Martha Harriett Gros W. T. Brackenridge Will Gros Vernon Whit

Historical Society Meeting Features Clay Township Program

The Historical Society meets Friday evening February 25 at the Library with Clay Township in charge. A forty minute play on township history, songs and numbers will spotlight the program, aiming to draw a large audience and celebrate local talent. Twenty-nine Ladies of the 65A R moved from Monticello to Delia Seattle for the event and enjoyed a luncheon at one o'clock before the six o'clock Monon train.

the Historical Society Clay Township

Oracle club meeting at the Shirk home brings many guests

A Monday evening gathering of an Oracle club was hosted by Mr and Mrs James A Shirk. Prof Richard Cordell of the English department attended with a large number of guests and members of the committee were present.

Mire James A. Shirk Richard Cordell de Penates Oe Mort Mi AG Poseil R. Fe

Mrs. Jessie McPherson and Miss Laura Griffith Host Birthday Event

Mrs. Jessie McPherson and Miss Laura Griffith entertained a company of friends Monday evening in honor of Mrs. C. E. Angell's birthday. The gathering reflected social cordiality typical of the time.

Jessie McPherson Laura. Griffith Company of Friends C. E. Angell

Birthday celebration and bridge gatherings headline

Mr and Mrs Grover Kite hosted at dese Seley for son Donalds birthday. Guests included Mr and Mrs Thorn ton Dobbins and Mr Mrs Walter Dobbins and family. Jolly Twelve euchre club met Tuesday. G O P club met Tuesday afternoon at Mrs Frank Lyons. Mr and Mrs W G Klepinger hosted Twin Six Bridge club Tuesday dinner. Kerlin to host friends Monday for dinner then bridge.

Grover Kite Dese Seley Donald Thornton Dobbins Walter Dobbins Mrs. W. G. Klepinger Twin Six Bridge Club

Dollar Day Promises 1 Dollar Deals February 24 in Logansport

Community notices describe February 24 Dollar Day with merchants pledging to offer one dollar values. Local hosts entertained guests including Mr and Mrs E O Grimm and Mr and Mrs John Roskuski. Out of town visitors Mr and Mrs O C Boyles joined celebrations and the town prepares parking and window signs for shoppers.

John Roskuski Mr. Roskuski Tom Malia O. C. Boyles Logansport New City Building

Valentine Party Entertained Delphi Teachers at Miss Pruitt's

Miss Naomi Pruitt hosted a Monday evening valentine party at her home for Delphi grade and high school teachers. Misses Davies and another guest enjoyed the pleasant gathering with music and conversation.

Naomi. Pruitt Mary Davies Delphi Knights of Pythias Fw. C. Smith William Grant Smith Greta Robinson Freida Anderson Naomi- Pruitt

Make Merry Class Plans February Parish Party

The Make Merry class of the Methodist church will hold a February party next Friday evening in the church parlors. The committee in charge includes Rev and Mrs R B Kern, Mr and Mrs Earl Page, Mr and Mrs Tom Ma Curdy and Mr and Mrs Victor Porter.

Methodist Church R. B. Kern Earl Page Tom MaCurdy Victor Porter

Mrs Cartwright Hosts Bridge Tea for Friends

Mrs. George C. Cartwright entertained about thirty friends at her home on Thursday afternoon. Out of town guests included Mrs. Guy Thomas and Mrs. Rheno Isherwood from Lafayette.

George C. Cartwright Bridge Guy Thomas Rheno Isherwood Lafayette

Washington's Birthday Observed by Local Groups

The Eastern Star Auxiliary hosted a large Washington's birthday event with a colonial reception and health nutrition program by Miss Miller from Purdue Extension. Lula Fauber Martin sang and readings were performed as refreshments were served.

Washington Eastern Star George Hall

First New York Physician Dr Johannes La Montagne

Huguenot physician Dr Johannes La Montagne became the first educated doctor to settle in New Amsterdam in 1687. A Leyden graduate, he married Rachel DeForest and quickly rose to prominence, joining Governor Kieft and later Governor Stuyvesant’s councils as a leading civic and medical figure.

New York Johannes la Montagne University of Leyden Rachel DeForest Kieft Stuybas la Montagne Trea Ong ‘Tao

Early American Bottles Show Quaint Design and Metal Molds

The article notes that early American bottles used quaint metal molds and were not colored. Inscriptions and rough, uneven necks and mouths mark these first products, with necks shaped by shears while molten.

Farm Bureau Meeting Highlights at Camden School House

The Jackson Township Farm Bureau held a Saturday night meeting at the Camden School House with Camden High School providing orchestra music. County agent H. E. Ackerson spoke on farmer priorities from "Life" and on corn borer control. Arthur Ritchey presided. Resolutions urged Indiana Polis to abolish the Public Utility Commission and opposed splitting White and Carroll counties circuit court.

Jackson Township Farm Bureau Camden School Camden High School H. E. Ackerson Arthur Ritchey Indianapolis Public Utility Commission White Carroll County

Washington’s greatness lay in seeking sound advice

Senator Sorghum credits George Washington with greatness not for genius alone but for knowing where to look for advice and how to use it. The Washington Star quotes the exchange on who was the greatest of American statesmen, highlighting the value of good advisers.

George Washington Senator Sorghum Washington Star

Sun Storms Studied by Eye Observation

Storms around the sun disturb its surface and researchers find a method to study them by eye rather than solely through photographs.

Indoor Circus by Lafayette Women Club at Armory

The Lafayette Business and Professional Women's Club plans an indoor circus on Monday and Tuesday evenings February 28 and March 1 at the city armory on North Ninth street. Leading luncheon and social clubs will supply novelty acts and side show attractions with help from Monticello women, St Ann’s and St Boniface groups, the Hig’s and Boy Scouts. Music by the Lafayette and Jefferson High school bands plus an orchestra. Admission 50 cents. under 12 25 cents. Mail orders to Mrs Robert Taylor, Lafayette Indiana.

Lafayette Business and Professional Women’s Club of Lafayette New City Armory North Ninth Street Monticello St. Ann’s St. Boniface Hig’s Boy Scouts Lafayette Band Jefferson High School Robert Taylor Indiana

Blackface Minstrels Coming to Delphi in March

A brief notice announces Blackface Minstrels performing in Delphi during the third week of March. Local listings include Royal Scepter Coffee and Smith's Grocer as nearby venues or sponsors.

Royal Scepter Coffee, Smith’s Groc Delphi Royal Scepter Coffee, Smith’s Groce

Adams Township Events Include School Eye Checks and Local Play

Miss Elsie DeLaney and two assistants visited Adams Township School to examine grades three and four. Plan to attend the home talent play His Uncle's Niece on Wednesday March 9 with promise of music between acts. Friday February 25 features at least two basketball games Camden Independents vs Adams Independents plus food cake walk and activities inviting all to support improved school attendance and potential attendance banner.

Elsie DeLaney Adams Camden Independents Adams Independents

Mr Farmer A J Clifford Tianhe Welding

A brief note offers tool sharpening for spring and repair services. A J Clifford in Tianhe Welding provides customer care and implies on-site or shop repairs. The fragment suggests a local hardware or metalwork business.

MR. Farmer

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