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Newspaper
Delphi Citizen
Location
Delphi, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1924
Page
2
The fragment lists Henry B Wilson as editor and business manager and Mindwell Crampton Wilson as associate editor, followed by an unreadable segment likely a name. The source appears to be a newspaper masthead with staff roles.
The Ticket Democratic State Ticket lists Governor Carleton B McGuloch from Indianapolis as head, with Lt Governor Lew M O Ban nion from Corydon and a full slate including Arthur J Hamrick, Robert Bracken, Harry L Arnold, Harvey Harmon, Samuel L Scott, John W Kern, Geo K Denton, John H Aiken, and Valentine Livengood representing various offices across Indiana.
Congress James P. Davis Ko komo Joint Representative James Reeder Camden Judge Wm C Smith Delphi Prosecutor John Rothrock Monticello Clerk Floyd Julien Treasurer Wm Ashba Recorder Blanche Calvert Sheriff Joseph Cab Sink Surveyor Charles R Thompson Commissioner 1st District Charles Sanderson Commissioner 3rd Dist Wm Wright
This summer Mars will be notably close to Earth with a near straight line alignment on August 23. Observers anticipate a sharper view as advanced quartz lenses outperform glass, possibly settling debates on Martian habitability. In Switzerland, equipment is prepared to beam a powerful light toward Mars.
The text envisions using light signals vastly larger than needed for observation at a distance. Signals would be sent with a celestial Morse, watched for months by eye and cameras. If answered, the question is settled. if not, the dispute continues, provoking notable public interest even in a presidential year.
Farmers in several counties battle army worm outbreaks with trenches and dragged logs to crush millions of larvae. Poisoned meals help but offer limited relief, while larger game birds such as quails can reduce numbers. Experts urge conservation of owls and other birds as essential allies in this ongoing agricultural war.
A historical look at conventions describes how large gatherings resemble mobs with diverse factions. It notes how a federal machine can stall or transform a convention into a mere registering process, and how skilled speakers sometimes unify diverse groups into a shared emotion.
The essay contrasts party assemblies with primaries and national conventions. It notes the crowd energy at rallies and banners, critiques the oligarchic mold of choosing nominees, and argues the convention system, though flawed, has historically produced capable leaders and remains preferred by Americans despite its costs.
A contributed editorial cites mass suffering of Armenian Christians at Turkish hands and accuses the administration of refusing protest while pursuing oil concessions in Mosul. It asserts the Lausanne treaty betrays missionaries and Armenia, contrasting aid to oil interests with neglected Christian lives.
Real estate transfers compiled by Harry Arnold list deeds from Delphi area. John A Mickley to Katherine O Connor 18 acres in Deer Creek Twp for 1300. Josephine Bingaman to George Bingaman et al 125 acres in Adams Twp for 1. Bank of Chalmers to Bank of Chalmers 122 328 acres in Jefferson Twp for 1. Edward D Wagoner et al to Frank S Horner et al real estate in Flora for 50. Willis F Mummert Sheriff to Harvey B Studebaker Lot and Part Lot 10 in Planks Second Add to Bringhurst for 250.
July 6 Patriotic Services in charge of D A R at 7 30 p m July 10 Home Economies club July 13 Junio Club Homecoming July 20 Lane family August 3 Klinger family August 9 Old Settlers August 10 Possum Run school August 17 Ellis family August 20 Grange Carroll and Tippecanoe counties August 21 Kerlin family August 21 Wagoner family August 22 Community picnic August 24 McCainy
Fragmentary OCR notes reference a feast and gags or jokes but lack clear event, people, or place details. The readable fragments convey a miscellaneous feel with no distinct action or outcome to anchor a full newspaper card.
A devotional lesson outlines Luke 2 7 20 with the birth foretold announced to Mary and Joseph the shepherds and the angels. It notes Micah 5 2 prophecy about Bethlehem Nazareth and the angelic proclamation that Jesus would save his people. The text emphasizes humility and evangelism.
A brief editorial note quotes The Living Word declaring that immediate needs dominate for most people, emphasizing practical concerns over spiritual preparation for eternity.
Quoted line from The Living Word asserts flesh profits nothing before God, contrasting worldly works with spiritual dependence and urging faith over fleshly deeds. The message emphasizes divine value over carnal effort.
A Living Word snippet asserts that the grace of God is steadfast not backsliding, framing faith as constant rather than wavering.
Notice states B W Lane has purchased F A Weckerly's interest in the Deer of Dairy and becomes sole owner. He will continue the business and solicit patronage. For milk or cream call phone 387. 1912
A fragment suggests a discussion of two useful purposes involving businessmen and a judge. The text is incomplete and lacks clear events, dates, or locations to confirm a specific news item or outcome.
Seventeen officers attended the Carroll County Farm Bureau Board of Directors meeting at the County Ecees Office. The session featured open discussions, reports from township directors, and plans to invite Scott Meiks to address farmers. The group approved joining White County Farm Bureau for an August picnic and voted to hire a Purchasing Agent to pool fall fertilizer orders.
The Democrat Township Farm Bureau schedules a large gathering at Cutler on Wednesday evening July 9. Purdue professor O F Hall will be the principal speaker. Walter Bowen, chairman, extends a cordial invitation to Farm Bureau members.
On Tuesday evening July 15 Adams and Jefferson Township Farm Bureaus will meet at the Hickory Grove Church. Committees from each township met Monday at Mrs. Chester Gardner’s home to plan entertainment, with members including Mrs. Gardner, Mrs. Robt. Million, Mrs. Hazel Mikesell, Geo. E. Sites, Mrs. Frank Galloway, and Mr. Chas. Crook. Two carloads of stock were shipped to the Producers Commission Firm of Indianapolis.
County Agent H E Ackerson explains potato spraying benefits for late crops. A sprayer delivering 100 to 150 pounds pressure with three nozzles per row is advised. If unavailable, hand dusting with arsenate and slack lime can control bugs. Bordeaux mixture protects vines longer and fights blight, with home made mix cheaper for larger patches.
Clarence F. Austin appointed administrator by Carroll Circuit Court to administer the estate of Lates M. Simmons in Carroll County Indiana. The estate is presumed solvent. Date June 19 1924. William C. Smith attorney for the estate.
Quotation reflects a Shakespearean tone on mercy spanning all sides and beings. The text links mercy to universal law as expansive as the sky and sun, suggesting impartial compassion beyond personal ties or enmity.
Fragmentary OCR notes advertise Hall's Catarrh Medicine as benefiting those in a run-down condition and suggest a long history of local success. The text is garbled but hints at declared efficacy and regional use in Toledo or nearby areas.
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