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Newspaper
Delphi Citizen
Location
Delphi, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 14, 1929
Page
2
A reflective column critiques sweeping legal changes and tariff rhetoric. It denounces legislative overreach and cites historical misfires such as a 100 yard whistle law, gravel road bonds, and the politics of industry. The piece lambasts tariff supporters and advocates for free trade figures to counter protectionist zeal.
An Indianapolis News editorial on November 1 decries rising auto deaths after fifteen killings in fourteen days. It criticizes lawmakers for prioritizing speed over safety, arguing highways enable reckless driving and mass fatalities, likening modern America to a speeding Rome.
Heywood Broun critiques persistent phone use and its intrusiveness noting the question of when someone will be home, as he jokes about the butler. The column also comments that Ramsay MacDonald receives no blame or credit for Canada’s repeal of prohibition.
The piece notes President Coolidge's appointment of William S. Culbertson to the tariff commission and his later transfer to Roumania, seen as a corrective action to avoid bias in tariff policy. It cites contemporaries accusing the move of political intent and quotes humorist Jim Watson urging removal and praising the foreign service appointment.
The passage questions the view of lobbyists as patriots, contrasting them with figures tied to scandals like Tom Scott and the Credit Mobilier, suggesting a monument to those who moved laws for private gain and ridiculing the era of odious political practices.
Conservative sheets tried to curb the cheer for the Russian airship Land of Soviets as it toured. Citizens showed decency in every city it halted, aware Soviet battleships were aiding in returning American soldiers' bodies from the war.
A columnist laments loss of old flirtation era and calls for women to dress modestly restoring respect. He blames modern behavior for societal decline and urges a return to chivalry, temperance, and traditional propriety among both sexes.
The Indianapolis News notes rising European interest in migrating to Australia due to immigrant restrictions in the United States. Farmers see Australia as a real free country with opportunities for land and farming life.
In the inquiry over bringing the Lake county indicters to trial the suggestion arises to summon Brother Grundy as a defense witness. The text asks why he has not been called and explores potential legal strategy implications.
The claim that Claude Bowers has exposed scandals of the Tragic Era holds true in Indiana and extends beyond, reflecting broader revelations and concerns about the era's abuses.
J L Whiteman auditor of Carroll County Indiana certifies that the list above is a true and complete copy of the allowances made by the county commissioners at their November term 1929. Names include Leroy Redding J A Shanks Ed Preston Nese Snyder and others with amounts shown.
Public notice declares Delphi Common Council approved a franchise and contract granting Indiana Service Corporation an indeterminate gas permit to lay build maintain and operate gas mains within Delphi Carroll County Indiana with terms on rights responsibilities and rates including a public hearing set for November 15 1929 and conditions for termination and ordinance approval. The document lists city officials and corporate officers and specifies regulatory coverage by the Indiana Public Service Commission.
The Drainage Commissioner will receive bids on November 23 1929 at 1 30 PM in Delphi Indiana for a drainage project ordered by Carroll Circuit Court. Plans and specifications are available at the Surveyor’s office. Assessments are due in four installments: 30 percent February 1 1930 30 percent May 1 1930 30 percent August 1 1930 and 10 percent September 1 1930.
Carroll Circuit Court September term 1929. Thomas D. Hufty as executor filed final settlement of Jasper J. Hufty estate. Court will examine on December 9, 1929. Heirs creditors or legatees must appear to show cause why the account should not be approved. Floyd J. Julien, Clerk. William C. Smith, Attorney. Delphi Indiana November 8, 1929.
In Carroll Circuit Court September term 1929 Carroll County Loan & Trust Co as administrator filed final settlement. The examination is set for December 2 1929. Heirs creditors or legatees must appear to show cause why accounts should not be approved. Clerk and Seal dated November 6, 192 a.
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