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Newspaper
Delphi Citizen
Location
Delphi, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1926
Page
2
The issue notes Pennsylvania politics and President Coolidge, mentions Senator Watson returning home claiming effort, Governor Jackson seeking a state office building, and Evangelist Aimee McPherson predicting a future spouse who is both holy and musical. The page reflects small town affairs and public figures of the era.
A Chicago physician asserts grace before meals aids digestion, echoed by a public sense that American stomachs suffer from more than fried potatoes.
A boy dancing the Charleston in a boat in the Michigan straits caused the craft to upset. Five youngsters, boys and girls, drowned in the accident. The stunt is warned as potentially life ending or fatal in this area.
A fervent Ed Jackson supporter asserts Indiana is now out of debt for the first time in years, crediting recent Republican governance. The remark ties state finances to party power and notes concerns over the collapse of two Palm Beach banks as a cautionary note on rising highs.
Booth Tarkington predicts in half a century men and women will wear the same clothing. He favors men in toggery as the likeliest outcome, arguing it would suit men best.
A solemn notice says Indiana farmers feel obliged to Senator Jim Watson for past help though the writer doubts any aid has yet been provided due to his late start.
The piece contrasts desire and possession as an idea, noting Brookhart’s Iowa campaign cost little beyond personal ties and a $1500 expenditure by associates. It references Pennsylvania candidates spending about a million on average and mentions the new Sesqui half-dollar coinage.
The relief shows President Coolidge beside George Washington marking a 150th anniversary tribute. The description notes it is not termed a farm relief picture and highlights the rarity of a living president being depicted in this way.
A Chicago window cleaner plunges six stories to the street and dies after his body strikes a passing woman, killing her. The incident highlights the lack of harness requirements in laws, with authorities noting no stated safety rule compels window washers to be secured on the job.
A speech argues the Republican Party denies farm relief and blames tariff policy for farmers’ plights. It criticizes the co operatives act and Tincher bill as ineffective, claiming they serve political ends and do not aid farmers, urging a shift toward equal rights and independence.
After months of debate the Senate and House approve a bill authorizing the Secretary of Agriculture to establish a division of cooperative marketing within a bureau. The secretary may set rules, hire staff, and spend as needed to promote farm product marketing, with a 1927 appropriation of 225,000 but no formal spending cap on future appropriations.
The piece denounces Senators Watson and Robinson for joining the farm bloc and repudiating their party, asserting they remain regular Republicans aligned with Coolidge. It criticizes their Indiana campaign stance, labels them traitors to party promises, and argues they must defend their party record or lose public trust.
A Kel logge Company Home Economics piece discusses overuse of medicines and promotes diet to prevent disease, especially constipation. It also offers cream care guidance for farmers including cleanliness and keeping cream cold to avoid sour, yeasty butter, with practical cooling tank setups.
Local groups for boys and girls plan expanded clubs in home economics and related activities. Volunteers organize workshops and competitions to boost skills and community involvement.
The crop trial noted about twenty clovers tested on plots with Sweet Clover praised as a pasture crop and soil builder but less ideal for hay. Mr. Stephie reported strong farmer attendance and a worthwhile trip for Carroll County agriculturists.
Chas. Janeway official tester for the Carroll-Howard Cow Testing Association announced in the County Agent's Office that Spitler and Perigo posted the high cow for June with a butterfat of 79.6 pounds for the month, the year's top production. Their 22 cow herd averaged 44.6 pounds. The Smith & Polk herd was second at 40 pounds. Janeway urged more legumes, especially Alfalfa, and suggested soybeans for hay where alfalfa is unavailable.
In the Christian Church Sunday School meets at 9 30 A M with Dr C W Hunter as superintendent Morning Worship follows at 10 30 A M with the theme The Last Step Young People’s service at 6 30 P M Union worship at the Brethren church 7 30 P M H Lee Jacobs pastor The Methodist Episcopal Church notes Sunday July 11 1926 High School Gymnasium morning services begin at 9 30 A M Sunday School Forrest Orr at 9 30 A M Morning Worship at 10 30 A M Sermon and music Union Young People’s Service 6 30 P M Brethren Church Evening Worship 7 30 P M Rev Dale Le Count to preach You are invited to these services.
Presbyterian Church announces Sunday worship at 10 30 subject The Exceeding Wise based on Proverbs 30 24 28 Sunday evening union service at Brethren Church subject Salesmanship of Salvation Bible study Wednesday 7 30 Zechariah life Sunday School 9 30 Christian Endeavor 6 30 Pastor R Dale LeCount will lead with Will Smith as superintendent.
Earl E. Davis leads a full week at Pilgrim Holiness Church with Sunday School at 9 30 morning preaching at 10 30 and evangelistic service at 7 30. Midweek prayer at 7 30 Tuesday and Bible study Thursday on Sanctification. Open air service Saturday evening by the court house if weather permits and Sunday at 2 30 at the County Farm.
Rev E M Martinson leads Sunday School at 9 30 AM and Morning Worship at 10 30 AM with a sermon The Church of Yesterday The union young peoples service is at 6 30 PM followed by a union evening service at 7 30 PM at the Brethren Church with Rev Lee Jacobs delivering the message A midweek prayer and conference meets Wednesday at 7 30 PM The note urges using automobiles to bring people to church and reflects on beauty and spiritual growth
Purdue University experts say Indiana will harvest its largest peach crop in ten years, signaling improved yields for orchards across the state.
Two local yearlong publications named Indianapolis News and The Egg Citizen each mark a one year milestone. The pair reflect regional reporting and community notices with brief updates on events and local concerns.
The Bardstown Kentucky observance marked the Stephen Foster centennial birth anniversary. The article lauds Foster as a genius whose melodies like My Old Kentucky Home and Old Black Joe reveal simple, universal emotions. It argues his songs endure beyond fleeting popularity and reflect mindful, homegrown inspiration from neighbors and daily life. Louis Varnum Woulfe credits Foster's lasting appeal to sincere simplicity and folk roots.
Louis H. Chalif president of the American Society of Teachers of Dancing opens the 48th annual convention. Masters discuss simpler Charleston options and cash prizes will be awarded for new dances approved by the committee.
Catherine Arnold 77 longtime Delphi resident died at her home Sunday at 3 am after three years of declining health. She leaves three sons Harry Roy and George all of Delphi and a daughter Mrs Minnie Roberts of Fairmount. Funeral held Monday at 3 pm with Rev. B B Kern of the Methodist church officiating.
Catherine E Arnold born April 19 1848 died July 3 1926 after a long life of service. She was affiliated with the Methodist Episcopal Church of Delphi and survived by three sons Harry George B Arnold and Talmar R Arnold, a daughter Minnie Roberts and a brother William R Nipper. Her husband George W Arnold preceded her five years earlier.
Joseph A Carson son of James A and Mary Oliver Carson was born December 21 1855 in Carroll County and died July 2 at age 70 years 6 months 10 days. He moved with his parents to Idaville and Yeoman varying church membership from United Presbyterian to Methodist. He married Anna R Misner on February 20 1879 and raised six children Zona Crook Charles Carson Carrie Clawson Jessie Gehres Mildred Thompson and Daisy Elizabeth who died in infancy. He leaves his wife five children 28 grandchildren a sister Mrs Emma House McConahan and many other relatives. Royal Scepter Coffee Smiths Groe.
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