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Newspaper
Delphi Citizen
Location
Delphi, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1931
Page
2
An essay argues that poverty cannot be eliminated by gifts alone and urges creating sustainable employment. It contrasts immediate relief with long term removal of job scarcity, cites Senator Wagner's proposed job reserve bills, and warns donations are only palliative while real progress requires self-sufficiency and systemic work.
Walter Myers and Paul V. McNutt, leading Indiana Democrats, face Republican scrutiny as they hint at future U S Senate and Indiana Governor bids. Backed by R Earl Peters, they steer the party toward fulfilling 1930 platform pledges in the House while the Senate minority resists.
Senator Blaine chairman of the Senate committee on post office leases says contributors tied to lease interests gave the Republican party about 1 250 000 in the last two campaigns. John H. Barrett testifies about a St Paul lease probe and grand jury interference accusations arise during questioning.
The piece argues the Democratic party fulfilled its platform pledges, forcing the Republican Party in Indiana into a defensive stance. It credits McNutt and Jeffersonian principles, asserts government should be by all the people, and warns against privileged rule.
The piece argues every group has a dominant individual who shapes others without effort. A strongman can be original or cynical, influencing followers through attitude and beliefs. If conservative, he molds peers to value wealth and distrust change, urging readers to align with those who embody desired power.
In a critical column from the Omaha World-Herald the writer argues tariffs and Farm Board spending depress prices, while big interests profit. He likens the farmers to a sacrificial audience in a system of privilege, warning that universal benefits hurt the many for the gain of a few.
A woman unable to bend to others will clash with a reformer who can shape outcomes. Their dynamic fuels the confrontation and sets the stage for pivotal decisions. The confrontation centers on authority, change, and personal power shaping the day.
In Delphi a rural church pair Rev. L. T. Holsinger and Mrs. Holsinger are celebrated for 53 years in ministry and 60 years of marriage. He led North Manchester College’s rise, while she fostered community support. a townwide “pound shower” honors them as they near a possible move from their home across from Miss Lillian Blythe’s.
The piece surveys major league teams led by the St Louis Cardinals and Connie Mack’s Athletics, noting strength across contenders. Gabby Street, Rogers Hornsby, and Walter Johnson weigh in on pitcher depth, lineup power, and the likelihood of new rivals rising in 1931.
Plans are made for Carroll County Young People's Conference to be held in Cutler March 20 and 21. Rev H G Rowe of Indianapolis will lead speakers, with Mrs Harold Baker of Camden and Everett Flora of Rockfield as others. Registration drops to 50 cents per person for churches sending five delegates or more, compared with the former one dollar fee.
Over the past week Clara A Sullivan to Aaron Wingard and Laura B Reiff to Aaron Wingard lead a string of small parcel transfers in Camden and nearby townships. Transactions include numerous lots and tracts, many at $1.00, with several larger deals such as Flora State Bank receiver selling Lot 4 Block 1 in Delphi for 3300 and 102.4 acres in Adams township for 1300. Local mentions note Mrs Walter Fauber visiting Lafayette.
In Carroll Circuit Court January Term 1931 John N. Whiteman as administrator filed final account for Minerva A. Stephens deceased and will be examined March 20 1931 Heirs creditors or legatees must appear to show cause why approval should not be granted Clerk Floyd J Julien Delphi Indiana seal Gus A Hall Attorney.
Carroll County Loan Trust Company has filed its final settlement account and vouchers in the estate of Frank Stranahan, deceased, in the Carroll Circuit Court during the January term 1931. Creditors and heirs are advised of the proceedings and may review the filed final settlement.
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