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Newspaper
Delphi Citizen
Location
Delphi, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1933
Page
2
A Liberty Indiana editor attacks state university activities as racketeering and questions publicity and alumni departments funded by state money. The piece defends university salaries, notes loss of educators to other states, and frames the critique as a relic of the past administration during a state reorganization.
A regional press praise of President Roosevelt and Congress for their honesty and action in the second report. The piece contrasts Roosevelt plain talk with Hoover era evasions and argues the nation supports proactive leadership and measured optimism.
Circulating reports allege tax law abuse by opponents to undermine support for a remedy to Indiana’s finances. Retailers are said to itemize sales totals and add a tax sum on slips, shifting the burden to consumers.
A consumer rights notice warns retailers cannot levy their own taxes by padding prices. An Indiana practice seen where a thirty cent item shows Tax one cent, forcing thirty one cents, is illegal. Merchants may set prices but not tax amounts claiming absorption of tax. The report highlights unfair tactics harming customers and invites investigation.
The article notes 50,000 workers in 25 states have already received wage increases, signaling broad adherence to Roosevelt's urged pay raises. Henry Ford follows the trend with renewed advertising after a long pause, claiming a complete turnaround and optimism for America's future amid widespread gains from auto plants to textile mills.
The piece criticizes the May 30 Decoration Day as a ritual losing its meaning. It notes crowds at the Speedway and questions whether Republican leaders value the day, while hinting at Indiana political maneuvering around Governor Leslie and a possible Senate bid.
A week in Indiana politics shows Republican propaganda rising while Democrats mobilize to defend governing reforms. Gov McNutt plans radio briefings, and Harry Leslie eyes the second district race, with party clashes and reorganizations shaping the state’s political tempo.
The Carroll county high schools remain unaffected by a Department of Education ruling that makes physical education optional in high schools with conditional commissions. Since no Carroll schools hold such commissions, no school will be allowed to drop PE. details discuss how the ruling interacts with local permissions.
President Roosevelt offers a peaceful Washington reception to veterans seeking their bonus. An open invitation and government shelter aim to avert any violence as veterans cash the bonus in twenty accredited delegates per district. Arthur’s prior push on the rider unsettles the vote.
Starting May 27 Carroll county men will run daily air trips to the Chicago World’s Fair. Ivan Pullen will fly from Logansport to the fairgrounds in a new five passenger cabin plane owned by Ben Been of Burrows. The aircraft, costing 13500 dollars with 220 hp engines, will be operated by Pullen who has run Bushhart field airport here for years.
Notice is given that Hattie Henderson is appointed administratrix of Grace Hufty's estate in Carroll County Indiana. The estate is alleged to be solvent. Delphi Indiana May 8 1933. Smith and Smith Attorneys.
In Carroll Circuit Court April Term 1933 Walter and Patty as administrator of the estate of John M Forlow deceased have filed final settlement. The court will examine the account and vouchers on May 15 1933. Heirs creditors or legatees must appear to show cause why approval should not be granted. Witness Clerk Wilbur Lane Delphi Indiana April 26 1933. Hanna and Hanna Attorneys for Estate.
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