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Newspaper
Delphi Citizen
Location
Delphi, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1938
Page
2
The essay argues that both business and politics carry ethical risks and rewards. It critiques the ideal of spotless business virtue, notes profit motives can produce both good and bad by-products, and urges public vigilance to reward integrity in both sectors. It concludes that both realms should be watched and corrected by the people.
The Liberty League presses a broadside against the administration relief program, denouncing New Deal critics as aligned with big business. The piece argues economists blame the depression on monopoly profits, while the League blames government, aided by a rapid telegram network and campaign machinery, signaling a heated political season.
A polished looking man, seen around Powell's marble yard in Logansport, victimized several local men last week including William Porter and John Johnson. He is described as an accomplished check forger and is now linked to a regional con.
About 700 men at the Columbia club in Indianapolis heard Charles A. Halleck attack President Roosevelt from a beefsteak dinner platform. Halleck alleged fear and economic decline under Roosevelt, claiming 2,000,000 more unemployed, while the crowd cheered the opposition. He offered a harsh, partisan critique as concern for the unemployed was urged.
A library of orchestrations was taken in a band heist but proved useless to thieves. The LA Times notes the band members, described as a swing outfit, could still perform by ear despite the loss.
Gros writes from Fort Laramie May 30 1850 about crossing the Laramie Fork toward the Rocky Mountains and South Pass. He reports good health, steady progress averaging twenty miles a day, cattle in good order, and hopes to reach California mines in August. He mentions Sioux and Pawnee villages, buffalo and court house rocks, and lists his company names and messes.
Charlie McCarthy becomes the No 1 air attraction and Gwen White heads the motion picture popularity list. The Washington Post notes audiences tire of people.
Citizen letters from Delphi urge the Winamac Merchants to outfit local teams in proper uniforms for city pride. The message contrasts Winamac gear with Delphi’s recent look and predicts strong turnout for Lafayette Merchants opening here next Sunday.
L. D. warns that reactionary Democrats who joined Republicans to attack the Court Bill and wage laws harm the New Deal. The piece says a merger of GOP with Liberty League Democrats blocks progress and calls on Democrats to reject aiding the enemy while urging reforms and study of early U.S. history. It also notes aside comments on sidewalks between Congress buildings and a rail equipment purchase proposal.
A collection of modern and historical quotes from political and academic figures. Notable lines from Arthur Baer Robert Batter Franklin D Roosevelt Poultney Bigelow Dr Ernest Melby Fiorella LaGuardia touch on party politics finance education and leadership.
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