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Newspaper
Delphi Citizen
Location
Delphi, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1966
Page
2
CAPITOL COMMENTS argues education has grown in value as careers demand trained professionals. It cites a Columbia economist estimating a 12 percent yearly return on college investment, and 1961 earnings showing graduates earn about $9,530 annually, over 50 percent above high school graduates.
The speaker argues federal support for education through scholarships loans and work study funds is a smart investment. By educating 180 000 doctors and nurses 113 000 scientists 450 000 civil engineers 700 000 skilled mechanics and others the government gains billions in tax revenue annually. Education raises earnings and benefits the nation beyond youth.
Roscoe Turner born September 29 1895 in Corinth Mississippi is highlighted as a famed speedflying aviator and Turner Aeronautics chairman. Eddie Condon born November 16 1905 is noted as a bandleader and author. Ford C Frick born 1894 in Wawaka is retiring baseball commissioner and baseball figure. Robert B Gwinn born June 30 1907 in Anderson rose to top roles at Sunbeam and held industry and academic posts.
A reflective January 1966 report notes family quarrels and dwindling toys at home. It recalls Logansport’s devastating fire and the loss of Porter's Drug Store, while nationally Johnson addresses the State of the Union with a cautious rose-colored view amid Southeast Asia tensions.
A historical survey traces Indiana’s native tribes including the Miami, Delaware, Shawnee, Potawatomi, Piankeshaw, Wea, and Kickapoo, noting migrations and settlements across the region. It reflects on claims to land, tribal movements, and the 1816 admission of Indiana to the Union.
The menu lists Salisbury steaks with tomato sauce on Monday January 31, creamed dried beef on Tuesday February 1, ham salad sandwich on Wednesday February 2, Spanish noodles on Thursday February 3, and Bar BQ beef on Friday February 4. Each meal includes vegetables, fruit, bread and milk.
The document records approval by James Madison President of the United States of America on December 11 1816. The brief entry names the individual and the date of presidential approval.
A note describes serving tips with Cantonmings slices of apple crisp and milk on a bun. It highlights a casual snack pairing and suggests enjoying with a beverage.
After Mrs. Mabel Fraser resigned to become a fraternity house mother at Indiana University, the Legion Auxiliary elected Mrs. Helen Roskuski as president, with Mrs. Joan Vianco and Mrs. Bonnie Kesterson as first and second vice presidents. The unit approved subscribing to the Legislative Bulletin, with Mrs. Bess Carey as legislative chairman. Judy Jones and Dianne Minneman shared Girls State experiences, while Mrs. Hazelle Kirkpatrick served as Unit Girls State chairman.
The Junto Club met at the Long home to mark its 47th anniversary with a dinner at the Welcome Inn in Delphi. Italian flags on place cards honored guest Luigi Conte a Delphi High School field service student and speaker. New members Mr and Mrs David Nelson were welcomed. Mrs Nelson is former Joan Bradshaw. February hosts will be Mr and Mrs John Earl Walker and Mr and Mrs Kenneth Pyle.
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