Delphi club holds historical costume party and fund drive
The Delphi club staged a costume party with ladies in gowns of historic figures such as Abigail Adams and Dolly Madison while men portrayed Henry Clay and Ichabod Crane. A program on Travels through Indiana and current events followed, and a vote supported the hostess fund for the Indiana Federation of Clubs to entertain the General Federation Council in West Baden in June.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Delphi
Abigail Adams
Dolly Madison
Nellie Grant
Martha Custis
Julia Ward Howe
Pochahontas
Henry Clay
Ichabod Crane
L. H. Smith
Indiana
Forrest Orr
Indiana Federation of Clubs
General Federation Council
West Baden
Local social clubs host gatherings this week
Mrs A C Clauser entertained the A B C Bridge Club Tuesday afternoon. Mr and Mrs Harry Roach hosted the Pa's and Ma's Club Monday evening. Mrs Carrie Jones welcomed the Independent Twelve club Monday night. Mrs May Sibbitt hosted the We XL Bridge club for six o'clock dinner last evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. C. Clauser
Harry Roach
Ecards
Carrie Jones
Independent Twelve Club
May Sibbitt
We XL
Social Union elects officers at Delphi Presbyterian church
The ladies of the Social Union at Delphi Presbyterian church elected new officers for the year. Mrs. W. R. Quick was chosen president, Mrs. Edwin Ruffing vice-president, Miss Lou Bonnell secretary, and Mrs. C. T. Amick treasurer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Social Union
Ladies of the Social Union
Delphi Presbyterian Church
W. R. Quick
Edwin Ruffing
Lou Bonnell
C. T. Amick
Missionary Society elects officers at church meeting
The Missionary Society of the Presbyterian church met at Mrs. Charles Schnepp's home and elected officers: C. T. Amick president, J. H. Allen first vice president, G. A. Shaffer second vice president, Edwin Baum secretary, Eva Dooley treasurer, C. H. Gros secretary of literature, Maude Smith pianist. Smith spoke on Life on the Reservations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Missionary Society of the Presbyterian Church
Charles Schnepp
C. T. Amick
J. H. Allen
G. A. Shaffer
Edwin Baum
Eva Dooley
C. H. Gros
Maude Smith
Make Merry Class Hosts Valentine Evening
The Make Merry class of the Methodist Sunday School enjoyed a Friday evening gathering at Mr. and Mrs. C. O. Julius home. Assisted by Mr. and Mrs. Merle Delong, Mr. and Mrs. Gwinn Smith and Dr. and Mrs. W. W. Godhenour, the group held a business session followed by Valentine themed games and heart shaped ice cream and cake refreshments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Methodist Sunday School
C. O. Julius
Merle Delong
Deer Creek Home Economics Club Meets for Dress Forms
Forty-one ladies attended an all day session hosted by Mrs. B. W. Lane. Plans were made for a special meeting Tuesday February 24 to create dress forms with Lillie Shaffer hosting and a cooperative noon dinner. The next regular meeting is March 12 at the Library.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. E. Club
Deer Creek Home Economics Club
B. W. Lane
Lillie Shaffer
McGuffeyites Plan First State Meeting
About 21 announcements advertise the initial state gathering of Hoosiers who used McGuffey school books. The event likely will involve many local residents who are invited to attend the meeting.
McGuffey School Books Meeting at Claypool Hotel
An invitation announces a gathering in Indianapolis at the Claypool Hotel on February 21 with 10 30 a m and 2 30 p m sessions. Charter members are urged to attend or send a card for registration. Dues total one dollar for a one year membership. Otis J. Miller sponsors the event and Julia C. Reid serves as secretary pro tem.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Claypool Hotel
Indianapolis
McGuffey
Otis J. Miller
Bloomington
Julia C. Reid
Alabama St
Protem
Second Getaway from Delphi Jail
Noble Cornwell of Crawfordsville escaped from the Delphi jail Sunday night with two other men and Bryan Coons. Cornwell had been captured February 6 after a prior jail break by four men linked to a still operation. The escape involved a door left unguarded and a staged lodging ruse. investigators suspect a frame-up as the other two men vanished.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Noble Cornwell
Crawfordsville
Delphi
Cornwell
Bryan Coons
R. L. Link
Camden to Have New Water System
After the Camden fire the town moves to a new water system funded by a South Bend company. The plan includes a $10,000 bond issue and a 90 day construction window with 22 hydrants for fire protection. Legal steps were taken and notices published with work to start after April.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Camden
South Bend
When Mama Bakes a Cake
A humorous verse about a strict mother who bakes a cake keeping children indoors and quiet. The family routines unfold with Dick in the woodshed, pa at the barn, gran and neighbors listening to tales at the store, all under Mama's watchful, gentle threat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mama
Symptons
Delphian Wedding for Mayme Snyder and William Cowdin
Miss Mayme Snyder and William Cowdin wed October 18 1924 in Danville Illinois. Snyder teacher and Cowdin Wabash College student plan to finish the school year. Families hosted a dinner and games with a heart puzzle announcing the marriage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mayme Snyder
Anna Snyder
William Cowdin
Will Cowdin
Burkholder
Bitler
Newcastle
Mayme
Bill
Danville
Ill
Cowdin
Delphi
Wabash College
Los Angeles
Cal
County Unit Bill Reappears In New Form In Legislature
The county school unit bill returns to the legislature in altered form. It allows voters outside municipal districts to decide on county unit adoption in the 1926 general election, with full effect in 1927 if rural support prevails. A majority opposing the unit system can trigger another vote after a 10 percent petition. A five member county board of education would govern, with trustees as ex officio members, and township trustees remain in place.
Beautiful Card Party and Anniversary Tea Highlights
A Wednesday card party at Mrs. Russ Wilsons featured 75 guests, five hundred and narcissus prizes, pink rose decorations, two courses of refreshments, and small bouquets as favors. Out of town attendees included Mrs. Guy Thomas and others. Dr. and Mrs. Guy Thomas celebrated their twenty fifth wedding anniversary with a house party. An American Legion Auxiliary patriotic tea was planned for this afternoon in the Court House Auxiliary rooms with guests from the Ladies of the G A R, D A R and Carroll County War Mothers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russ Wilson
Wilson
W. A. Breining
Guy Thomas
Charles Thomson
Lafayette
Georgia Roach Latham
Indianapolis
Isaac Myer
Pittsburg
Penn
Ida and
Emma Frushour
J. H. Cartwright
G. A. Thomas
P. W. van Gundy
Henry B- Wilson
Delphi
Cal Carney
John R. Carney
Rus Wilson
American Legion Auxiliary
Court House
Charles Carroll Chapter
Carroll County War Mothers
Three Busses Stuck in Mud on State Road
A Frankfort Times item notes a big bus mired two miles west of Matix corner on the Mulberry Lafayette road. R W & B and Blue Line buses attempted rescues. all but the first bus remained stuck overnight. State highway patrol later used six horses to haul dirt away but could not free the vehicle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frankfort Times
Matix Corner
Mulberry-Lafayette State Road
Blue Line
Lafayette
Davis Not Candidate for 1928 Democratic Nomination
Clem Shaver national chairman reports John W. Davis will not seek the Democratic nomination in 1928. Shaver says the national committee finances are sound and a treasury balance will soon be reached, with the deficit covered by many small subscriptions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clem Shaver
John W. Davis
Obeying Government and Loving Neighbors in Roman Christian
A church lesson explains Christians as citizens under God, duties to the state, taxes and respect for magistrates, plus love as the debt to fellow citizens. It urges waking to eternity, casting off darkness, putting on light, and embracing Christ to avoid harm and live uprightly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christ
Lord Jesus Christ
Prosperity Cited as a Test in Record Motto
A Presbyt Record piece warns that prosperity can tempt faith travelers, while trials keep believers on a righteous path. It frames prosperity as a gap through which people may wander from virtue, urging steadfast adherence to moral discipline in daily life.
Our Love of God and His Responsive Love
A brief reflection on how loving God mirrors divine affection and calls believers to respond with faith. The message emphasizes God’s loving initiative as the basis for human devotion and reverence.
His Written Word Guides Christian Conduct
A reflection on how faith guides moral choices, affirming that divine directive aligns with scripture and warns against actions contrary to the Bible. The piece emphasizes obedience to God’s revealed word as the measure of right and wrong.
Chalk composition and formation described in early text
The article explains chalk as a soft earthy limestone formed mainly from sea bottom accumulations of shells of forminifera and siliceous spicules. It notes chalk color varieties and mentions many uses when mixed with a bind.
Salaries of Congressmen Show Increase
The piece traces congressional pay history from 1789 to 1907, noting rises from six dollars per day to an annual 7500 dollars. It highlights proposed move from 7500 to 10000 amid rising living costs in Washington. Fifty-year milestones include 1796 1816 1817 1856 1866 and 1907 pay levels.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Oakdale Dam visitors tour progress and hiring notes
Visitors poured in to view the Oakdale Dam works as sections of the new structure, especially the base, were visible. The foreman seeks strong men for labor while youth are routed by the employment office and road work advances with a drag cleared to smooth the approaches.
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Oakdale
Card of Thanks for a Son's Sickness and Death
We thank friends for kindnesses and floral offerings during our son's illness and passing. Thanks to the singers and pallbearers for their services. F. A. Calvert and family.
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F. A. Calvert and Family
Bridegroom Coy Custom Shrouds Assam Wedding Hunt
In Assam a tradition prompts a bride to raid her groom’s home on her wedding day. She arrives in a jeweled gown and searches the house with attendants until locating a reluctant groom, who is overpowered and carried off. Tea farming dominates Assam life after harvest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Assam
Rontey
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Coxie
Davis
Carroll County
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Carroll County Loan & Trust CO
P. B. Fitzwater
D.D
Moody Bible Institute of Chicago
Western Newspaper Union
The
Delphi State Bank
Delphi Produce Market
Uy i
Bogan-Jaques Co
Oakdale Dam
Baum’s Feed Store
South Wash
Delphi, Indiana
Morton’s
Morton
Blathefords
Newtown
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