Democratic convention rows often precede victory for nominees
The piece notes historic Democratic conventions from Baltimore for Woodrow Wilson to earlier Cleveland contests. It argues that internal disputes and factional fights rarely derail a nominee, and that Republicans hoping for Democratic strife may be counting on a broken reed.
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Baltimore
Woodrow Wilson
Grover Cleveland
Cleveland
Tammany
New York
David Bennett Hill
Rourke Cochran
America
DeWitt
Hill
How Our Tariff Destroys South American Trade
The Magazine of Wall Street explains how Hawley Smoot tariffs damaged US South American trade. It cites WWI era aid, then a shift to protectionism, reduced dollars for South America, and growing defaults on bonds. Peru and others push duties and seek a South American customs union to retaliate.
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United States
South America
The
Magazine of Wall Street
Germany
Peru
Congress
United Defense
Postmasters and Delphi Mail Era Chronicle
A historical account traces the Delphi post office from its 1828 Deer Creek origin through early postmaster changes. It notes Abner Robinson as first postmaster, brief terms for Joseph Dunham and Daniel VanDerVenter, James H. Stewart’s long tenure, and the arrival of stagecoaches with Monticello and Frankfort routes. The narrative contrasts 19th century mail reliance with modern dispatch via trains and air mail.
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Crawfordsville
Indiana
Uncle Sam
Lafayette
Ind
Indianapolis
Chicago
California
Delphi
Deer Creek
Abner Robinson
Reek
Sea
Robinson
Joseph Dunham
Daniel F. VanDerVenter
James H. Stewart
Stewart
William Simpson
John Phelps
Monticello
Frankfort
Delphi Hill
Elements of discord lift Republican embarrassment over candidates
A fragment notes that discord among Republicans may ease their discomfort with candidates and party platform, suggesting the situation could relieve internal embarrassment and clarify positions.
Wise Spending In Hard Times Urges Sensible Purchases
Edwin W. Kemmerer of Princeton urges those with money to spend prudently to stimulate business. He says unemployed cannot spend, but thoughtful purchases boost manufacturers and jobs, lowering price levels and aiding the return to normal prosperity.
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Edwin W. Kemmerer
International Finance
Princeton University
Special Session Seen As Tax Relief Opportunity In Indiana
The piece frames Gov. Harry G. Leslie’s call for a special session as a chance for the Democratic majority in the Indiana House to enact fiscally prudent reform. It argues for reduced expenditures and redistribution of the tax burden, with tax bills originating in the lower house and a political test for the Republican senate and governor. It urges independent thought over partisan tricks.
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Indiana
Harry G. Leslie
Senate
Democratic House
Delphi Post Office Day Marks Postmaster General Inception
Voices from the past reveal notes about Benjamin Franklin’s postal era as July 26 observes the anniversary of the first postmaster general. Delphi Post Office employee George Arnold shares insights on mail delivery’s origins and the agency’s long history.
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Delphi
Aed
Benjamin Franklin
Postmasters Through Delphi History and Rural Route Beginnings
A historical register traces Delphi postmasters from Samuel D. Gresham in 1845 through Burr Balser in 1931, noting appointments, terms, and the emergence of rural mail routes starting Aug. 15, 1898. The narrative blends office history with social commentary on local fortunes and political leanings.
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Monticelo
Washington Street
Samuel D.gresham
Edwin R. Davis
Samuel D. Gresham
Bernard F. Schermerhorn
John S. Case
Walter Beach
Lewis Jordan
Samuel M. Graham
John C. Hannum
James M. Watts
Adelbert B. Crampton
Allen M. Eldridge
Reno M. Isherwood
James M. Weidner
Elliott E. Barnard
James Whistler
Delphi
Indiana
George Arnold
Chicago
Sharp Decrease This Year In Death Toll In Auto Accidents
Indiana sees a 15 percent drop in automobile fatalities in 1932, attributed to extensive state police road patrols and strict checks led by Chief Grover C. Garrett. Officials report 175,748 miles driven in May and 824,723 in the first five months, with state efforts removing unsafe vehicles and enforcing licensing and defect checks.
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Indiana
Grover C. Garrett
Frank Mayr
Garrett
Mayr
Garrett Said
Notice to Heirs and Creditors in Scott Estate
In the Carroll Circuit Court of Indiana an administrator William A Million presents final settlement of Mary E Scott deceased. A review hearing is set for September 12 1932 in Delphi Indiana. Heirs creditors and legatees must appear and show cause why the account should not be approved. Clerk Floyd J Julien seals the record June 15 1932. Cartwright aa and Carr attorneys.
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Mary E. Scott
Carroll Circuit Court
William A. Million
Circuit Court
Delphi
Indiana
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R. C. Wickersham
John H. Hamling
Wilbur
Robert F. Johnson
Ruth McCormick
Albert G. Clifton
John T. Kirkpatrick
Samuel R. Dyer
Charles W. Hargraves
Dist
Earl Chapman
Abner Frodibson
Joseph Diun Nan
Daniel F. van de Vente
Tames
Stewarte
Cane
Hese
John Erode
Bernard Pi Schermerhom
John S. Caetate
Winthtir
Samuel M
Graham
Johrii C
Presi
John K. Hannum
James M.watts
Adguert Vr
Enerwood
Wi Sieldners
Pihote Wits
Elliot E. Barnard
Elliot_E. Barnard
Robert J. Hay
Salle Ptalae
Sell Doty
Morcor
Burr Balser
Mindwell Crampton
Wilson
Jericho Road
Jeffersonian Club
Emerson
Jericho
Tarpon ‘Springs
Fla
Jerusalem
Daddy
H. Hoover
Floyd
J. Julien
Cartwright
Carr
Tubby
Chester
Mom
Wey
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