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Newspaper
Delphi Citizen
Location
Delphi, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1931
Page
1
A column notes English custom described by Miss Ellen Wilkin son and M P Ellen Wilkin son cites Prof. Baker Brownell of Northwestern University who links fashion to mood predicting long skirts before hard times and short skirts before prosperity.
Two years after coastal cities from Boston to Galveston were labeled typhus centers by the U S Health Service, last week researchers announced the disease is spotted fever, a condition similar to typhus but caused by tick bites.
President Hoover said there was no treasury money for loans. New disclosures reveal the Veterans' Bureau held 20 million dollars in cash to begin loan payments, with March income tax receipts coveringbureau needs until March financing and another financing due in June.
Sir Oswald Mosley and Lady Diana Mosley organize a new party aiming for a middle road between socialism and conservatism. Lady Mosley’s wealth will fund a strong election machine as Oliver Baldwin joins the movement. The proposal envisions an economic plan to salvage Britain via a restricted dictatorship coordinating industry and favoring modern methods.
President Hoover vetoed the Bonus Loan Bill and other measures before Congress overrode several actions. He blocked bills for hospitalizing Army civilians and veteran benefits, while veto history rivals Cleveland’s record. In Franklin Indiana, a horse rescue by a wrecked automobile showcased unexpected power dynamics.
The Federal Farm Board announced plans to export 35 million bushels of wheat of choice milling quality stored along the eastern seaboard to clear room for the 1931 crop. Officials denied dumping claims, saying prices will likely be above world market due to the wheat’s superior quality, with losses absorbed by the government under the equalization fee, not by farmers.
The Richmond Palladium reports a reader survey showing most readers scan all pages with 62 percent starting at the front page and 34 percent at the back, indicating no single page dominates reader attention or advertiser impact.
The Delphi Citizen offers every man woman or girl a chance to win prize money by selling subscriptions in Carroll County and surrounding areas. A $2,000 prize pool, no losers policy for active workers, and 20 percent earnings on subscriptions written if you don’t win a grand prize. Extra votes for yearly subscriptions extended to March 18 to balance chances for all entrants.
Carrollton will hold its graduation on April 22 with Rev. O P Manker of Delphi as speaker. Graduates include Mary Barnard Faye Brown Kathleen Bowman Milton Bowman Ruth Crook Franklin Kintner John McCain Eva Penn Millard Myer Wilma Mummert Opal Voorhees Annabel Wagoner Claude Barber Leo Schéets and Joe Myer though diplomas await completion next year. Deer Creek sets April 17 with H G Rowe of Indianapolis as speaker. graduates Everett Chapman Elmer Downham Elvelyn Downham Lorené Hayes Lavoner Bernard Minneman Lee …
The Indiana redistricting moved Carroll County to the Second district, creating questions for the Ninth district Bar Association. J vase E. E. Pruitt called a meeting to resolve district officers and presiding scope. The Ninth district will exist until the 1932 primary, with July meetings planned and each attorney assessed $10 for expenses.
The City Council met in regular session with all members present except Victor Porter. Insurance agent Charles Wilson outlined a new law requiring municipalities with volunteer fire departments to insure members against accidents. The matter was referred to the fire department committee chaired by Haughey Mount. The engineer reported $4 657.75 for inflow pipe work and the council ordered a warrant for that amount. The water works committee said Marty Boone would compromise for 150 to settle city suit and obtain a clear title to the acre in cpt oeeeey.
The Indiana Service Corporation will attach a special car to its regular 12 45 train to Logansport Saturday afternoon for the regional basketball tournament. After the tournament Saturday night they will run a special car for Delphi fans. The round trip costs 71 cents. Virgil Kirkland of Gary was sentenced to life in Michigan City prison for murder in White County. Four other youths await trial on the same charge.
The state legislature adjourned Tuesday afternoon over schedule, with 905 bills and 35 resolutions introduced in 61 days. Deadlock over taxation relief persisted between a Democratic House and Republican Senate as debate centered on income taxes and vehicle fees.
Democrats plan a $6,000,000 campaign fund to regain power in 1932. National committees in Washington approved fundraising to wipe a $600,000 deficit and finance the presidential effort next year, with $1,500,000 sought in the coming months to cover the deficit and initial outlays.
A small vintage notice advertises a Colburn community sale on March 26 with details unclear in the OCR fragment. The text references a local event likely inviting residents to attend and participate in the sale.
The Ministerial Association announces Holy Week services from March 30 to April 3 across Baptist, Christian, Episcopal, and Methodist churches. Each church will hold Easter services, with a union program Mon thru Fri at 7 15 pm led by various pastors and daily Scripture readings.
Cutler will host what may be the county’s largest Young People’s Conference on Friday and Saturday March 20 and 21. Reduced registration costs allow each church delegation of five to enter for fifty cents each, with banquet inclusion Saturday night. Friday night is preferred. The announced program promises an interesting lineup and an address of welcome will be delivered.
Uncertainty surrounds the Delphi postmaster position as Burr Balser’s nomination remains in a group of 300 that failed Senate confirmation. Balser would replace Morton Hefner, whose January term ended, with start date still undefined. A Washington dispatch says new appointees could be paid until Senate action, potentially enabling Balser to take office in a few days.
Delphi beat Flora 23 to 10 in the sectional final after defeating Camden 17 to 13 in the semifinals and Burlington 15 to 3 in the first round. Coach Paul Lostutter leads the Oracles to their fourth consecutive title as inclement weather reduces attendance but the title game drew a capacity crowd.
Commander Edward Wingard of Harry Bohannon Post announces a Legion membership campaign March 9 to 16. He urges World War I veterans to show pride in their service and join the American Legion to testify to loyalty and wartime efforts.
Delphi Peru and Logansport are rated strong for the Logan sport regionals at Berry Bowl with Brookston as a dark horse. Logansport faces Brookston at 2 pm and Delphi meets Peru at 3 pm with the winners meeting at 8 pm for the state berth. Teams, bands and certified players are listed with venues and seating plans.
Delphi's 15 10 season includes key wins over top Indiana teams. Kelly's midseason loss hurt the squad but they recovered by Flora sectional. The Oracles beat Peru 28 23 near Thanksgiving and edged Delphi 23 22 at Rochester invitational. A regional battle in Logansport looms with a chance to reach the regional final.
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