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Newspaper
Delphi Citizen
Location
Delphi, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1928
Page
2
The Delphi Citizen argues the Declaration of Independence deserves greater reverence than the Constitution. It notes the Declaration's enduring principles, the Bill of Rights, and Lincoln's Gettysburg Address as moral guides, urging devotion to its principles over constitutional form.
The piece urges Democrats to elect delegates who will resist boss control and uphold progressive reforms at the State convention. It notes the declaration favoring repeal of the primary and warns both parties’ candidates about bipartisan machine influence and nomination tampering.
The piece argues for a county mass convention after the primary to instruct delegates based on the vote cast. It says any Democrat unwilling to follow such instructions should not attend the State convention or should resign if delegates do not conform to his views.
The piece condemns a tariff push to raise shingles price. It argues farmers and homeowners cannot afford repairs while Congress is lobbied by Democratic supporters. The writer urges abandoning protection that raises costs and warns against destroying forests for subsidies.
The passage argues that tariff powers granted to Calvin Coolidge exceed monarchic prerogatives and compares them to the veto powers of Jefferson, Lincoln, and Wilson. It laments drift from constitutional moorings, noting that taxation and and the use of duties have become concentrated in the House or executive action beyond earlier parliamentary limits.
The piece argues Democrats should ignore the "business man" label and focus on the real economy. It warns that "conservative business interests" means big business, not the everyday workers who produce wealth. The author invokes Henry Warrum to claim the party has no real business with business.
The piece argues for a governor who would appoint men with the ability and inclination to administer laws and public services to safeguard public interests. It notes that current selection across parties lacks careful consideration of candidates who best serve public needs.
In a brief note readers recall Fred from the Landi triumvirate who once backed the jg. o. p. and is now described as growing wiser in his later years.
A political line emphasizes making the country safe for democracy and for the Democratic party, arguing the goals align in safeguarding voting rights, reducing extremism, and strengthening democratic institutions through inclusive reforms.
Carroll County Indiana publishes a detailed list of February term allowances to numerous individuals and firms. The document names auditors, residents, and vendors including Mildred Whiteman, Williamson Bros., Indiana State Sanatorium, Lafayette Typewriter Shop, and the Indianapolis Commercial, with totals and annotations confirming the allowances approved by the Carroll County Commissioners.
The speaker urges the Democratic party to swap its protectionist faction for an equal number of free trade Republicans, arguing that sacrificing remaining protections could be worth maintaining the broader trade stance. This reflects a strategic bargaining stance within party politics.
The passage mocks banquet speakers who insist "I'm no speaker" yet deliver obvious remarks, noting the ongoing celebration of Jefferson's birthday with lingering ceremonial speeches and political rhetoric.
Notice reports a petition filed February 7 1928 by Morris D Flora et al with the Carroll County Auditor for improving a public highway in Carrollton Township Indiana. Hearing set for March 6 1928 before the Carroll County Board of Commissioners at Delphi court house. Witness Sonesee Hall Auditor. 50-31
On February 7 1928 Ward Hik enberry and others filed a petition describing a public highway in Deer Creek and Jackson Townships Carroll County Indiana The proposed open 30 foot wide gravel road less than three miles long connects at each end with an improved road and carries United States free mail delivery A hearing before Carroll County Board of Commissioners is set for their March 1928 session in Delphi Indiana Perey Gus A Hall Attorney for the petitioners
On February 1928 a petition by Lewis Friday and others was filed in Carroll County Indiana to alter a public gravel road known as State Road No 44 39 from the northeast corner of section 27 to the southwest corner, passing Clymer Cemetery, connecting Hargraves Gravel Road. The route is less than three miles and has never been improved.
A township official cites a thirty foot wide highway in poor repair used for access to an established cemetery. The petition for hearing is set for February 7, 1928, as filed by J. L. Whiteman.
A petition filed February 18 1928 with Carroll County Auditor Chas Vaughan et al asks Indiana officials to grade and gravel a public gravel road segment in Tippecanoe Township. The proposed improvement runs under three miles from Section 12 to 14 in Township 25 North Range 3 West and calls for 82 foot width with connected sections in Delphi. Witness J L Whiteman Auditor and Gus A Hall county attorney sign.
The Carroll County Board of Commissioners invites sealed proposals for the Charley Beard et al. highway in Clay Township by grading and graveling. Proposals open March 6 1928 at 2:00 pm in Delphi Indiana. The county reserves the right to reject any bid and time of completion to be set after the letting.
The clerk of the circuit court of Carroll County Indiana appoints Wilber Crowell administrator of the James Beaver estate. the estate is declared solvent. George W. Kassabaum serves as attorney for the administrator. January 20, 1928.
The Carroll Circuit Court appoints Jesse E Zeck as administrator of the estate of Samuel P Zeck late of Carroll County Indiana deceased. The notice is dated February 14 1928 and filed by attorney James O Obear Logansport Indiana.
Carroll County Indiana ad ministratrix of the estate of Joseph Saath late of Carroll County deceas ed Orpha Miller administratrix February 13 1928 Gus A Hall Attorney sale 51 4t
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