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Newspaper
Delphi Citizen
Location
Delphi, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1938
Page
2
A B argues that formal degrees do not define education. True education comes from a congenital ability to learn and a love of learning, not from college diplomas or ongoing quest for credentials. He notes degrees reflect exposure, not inherent intellect, and many successful self-made individuals lack true learning.
The piece argues for an item veto as a simple reform accepted by many parties but opposed by administration critics. It says Congress could overrule an item veto, notes no risk of chaos or communism, and urges reader letters to Delphi’s Citizen on improving the community.
A compact notice lists Valentines at Charley Crook's Book Store near the post office with all styles and prices and an invitation to call in and see them.
A collage of quotes and jokes from diverse papers. The notes touch on calendars, a Swiss dentist, beauty milk advice, clap trap, endurance feats, a Russian ice expedition, and a quip about grade crossings. The tone blends light satire with brief curiosities from multiple outlets.
Governor Townsend invites 58 diverse professionals to study and shape Indiana marriage laws and future legislation. The piece contrasts democratic dialogue with past WPA job cuts and notes unionized workers’ clashes with outgoing Republicans in St Joseph County, including dynamite in a gravel pit.
A collection of witty lines contrasts country life with urban industry and glances at social registers. It notes an Indian girl claiming Sitting Bull descent lands a film role, billed as Sitting Pretty in humor.
Hoosiers join with citizens of other states on Saturday night January 29 to attend the President's Birthday Balls and raise funds for infantile paralysis. The drive unites newspapers magazines and radio to support the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis through dances and banquets. Funds fund scientific research epidemic first aid orthopedic care and public education for poliomyelitis victims with Delphi and Carroll county urged to be generous. The note ends with a satirical jab at Japan and a jab at the New Yorker department.
A collection of quotes includes Israel Noe on fasting and oranges, David Dubinsky on the CIO's honeymoon ending, Mae West on diaries, Winthrop Aldrich on budget balance and public trust, and Booth Tarkington on limited walking.
The piece argues against blanket corruption claims while noting a specific case of a young man stealing over 80 000 dollars from the government and a 90 million loan default tied to a former federal official. It urges stronger agency oversight and public trust, contrasting past scandals with current attention. It also mentions rising noodle soup sales to radio listeners as a quirky aside.
The piece argues that anti trust laws and progressive taxation were fearfully opposed as threats to American initiative. It contends critics act from selfish interest while claiming patriotism and social salvation guide opposition and that reforms have aided national prosperity. It warns against reactionary publicists who aim to preserve privileges.
Senator El lender of Louisiana argues the anti lynching bill will yield recognition while predicting efforts to nullify state marriage laws. Rep Edward Izak of California urges a US funded program to support veterans families. A western daily editor notes society pages draw readers, especially subscribers with college aged children.
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