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Newspaper
Delphi Citizen
Location
Delphi, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1926
Page
1
A collection of lighthearted, sometimes biting quips about modern society, manners, and language. The bits poke fun at poverty, age, technology, and social norms with sharp to playful lines. The tone recalls a 20th century humor column.
Rev. Dale LeCount of the Delphi Presbyterian church was invited to deliver the invocation at Purdue University’s baccalaureate service last Sunday. After the services, Rev. LeCount and Mrs. LeCount along with others were entertained at the home of University President Edward Elliott.
The piece notes Father’s Day observed nationwide on June 20 and in Delphi, praising dads for their hard work. It rebukes critics of gifts like neckwear and cigars, and suggests dads deserve one day of recognition and comfortable status in the home.
Smith's Grocery in Delphi received a crate of tomatoes from Dr. and Mrs. C. V. Hoover of Texas. The Hoovers report shipping nearly 300 crates of pinks and selling green ones, canning 50 or 75 cars, due to abundant produce and waste elsewhere. Rio Hondo, Texas, June 8, 1926.
H. B. Wilson editor of The Delphi Citizen spoke at the American Association of College News Bureaus annual meeting held at Purdue University on Thursday. He presented insights from his weekly paper’s perspective.
Delphian city discussions intensify over selecting a site for a new high school. The Moore property on Monroe Street near the park is now favored, with mayor and council majority likely to approve. Taxpayers may object in a later notice period as the board plans legal steps.
Be tween 150 scouts from Cass and Carroll counties gathered in Camden for a large rally. Rain delayed events and the parade formed late in the forenoon as every organized troop participated. The Logansport group of 25 vehicles left at 8:30 a.m. for the Camden gathering.
The city council will soon elect a member of the township school board. The appointed Democrat will replace a current member and serve on the local school oversight body.
A meeting is scheduled for Saturday the 26th starting at ten o'clock. Local organizers invite participants to attend at the designated room.
A brisk, bustling event brings crowds to the riverfront with rides, games, and foods. Local organizers expect families and visitors from nearby towns to join the celebration this weekend.
The Carroll County Tuberculosis Association schedules a clinic in Flora at the K P Hall on June 24 from 9 30 A M to 4 P M Doctor E M Amos of Tontarons will perform exams This is the sixth clinic in a series backed by local physicians and funded through Christmas Seals Early diagnosis is urged to curb a preventable disease
Patrols report a local incident in Kirk with two area women involved. Details remain sparse as officials investigate potential minor injuries and uncertain circumstances surrounding the event.
The missing boy Myrle Stine, 19, vanished after crossing the Tippecanoe River near Springboro. A rubber boot patched with red rubber was found by D. K. Page a mile south of the bridge, prompting renewed search and a $100 reward for the body’s recovery. Frank Cottrell and Son are alerted if the body is found.
Mrs. C. Chissom and her daughter Aileen narrowly escaped serious harm when a two pound rock was hurled through their auto as they left a parking space near North Market Street after the Gordon play. The stone shattered the front windows, striking Aileen with glass shards while Mrs. Chissom escaped unhurt. witnesses say the attack appeared intentional.
Miss Helen L. Edging daughter of Mr and Mrs Samuel Edging and Wilson E Bush son of Mr and Mrs Henry Bush of Burrows were married by Rev B Kem at the Methodist parsonage. The couple departed for Indianapolis for their wedding trip and are from respected local families.
Miss Elsa Gardner of this city, student at Indiana University and hostess of the Westminster Inn, will be retained for another year with an increased salary. She will also attend the Lake Geneva conference August 20 to 30 with all expenses paid, and returns August 6 for a two week vacation. Fay Cover is praised as her able assistant.
Gilbert Black found guilty in the State of Indiana case for stealing three hogs and killing a fourth at the Frank Enoch farm near Cutler. He was sentenced to two to fourteen years in Michigan City State Prison after the jury verdict at 5 00 Thursday morning. Final reports filed and various estates and judgments noted in the same proceedings.
George Ade, Indiana satirist, writes in Cosmopolitan about Monon towns Monticello Delphi Rensselaer and more. He jokes that Delphi lies on a dead end in the Wabash Valley while noting Rensselaer as county seat with old Morals and a population of 2873.
The council met Wednesday evening to consider lease taxpayer objections to the sewer and to plan for a school site, school board member election, and a city building. George Mohrbacher of Simmons Service outlined financing plans. Mrs. T. J. Ryan and Mr. Ryan with John W. Kerlin returned from the east trip.
Mrs H O Heichart of Marion and her son H S Heichert from Pittsburg Pa visit their daughter and sister Mrs Eva Dooley, currently staying here.
In Passing Abe Martin dialogue, women are portrayed as eager for White House receptions and links with the President’s wife. Dr Adah McMahon notes women feel connected, anticipating future visits and social events, while contrasting male attitudes toward the President.
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