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Newspaper
Delphi Citizen
Location
Delphi, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1931
Page
1
A collage of anecdotes and opinions touches on railroad woes, small towns, presidential trivia, court cases, and societal shifts. It notes Coolidge’s stance in 1932, a judge’s scandal, Adams’s The Epic of America, bank closings, and Chicago’s winter job scene for the unemployed.
Mayor Reginald Sullivan calls for a one day special session to enact an income tax and cap real estate taxes at half. He warns Indiana real estate faces confiscation under current rates. State and city officials clash over budget controls and the role of utilities in tax relief efforts.
Senator James Ki Watson, veteran Indiana Republican strategist, urged editors at a Nashville meeting to “hold the fort” as the party campaigns. The call signals a disciplined, defensive stance to bolster Hoover’s bid in upcoming races.
Delphi is included in the new Big Four basketball tournament with Frankfort Lebanon and Jefferson of Lafayette. Plans were set in Frankfort with contracts for three years. Each school except Delphi will host in annual rotation starting New Year 1932 at Howard Hall. Proceeds split four ways after expenses. host school gains $50. The format marks the third Big Four in Indiana with others including Washington Vincennes Bedford Martinsville and Green Castle replacement. Frankfort favored Anderson. Early play suggests even matchups though Delphi is expected to field a strong junior and sophomore roster.
The Connersville high school gymnasium survived a Saturday fire that damaged the high school building, with losses reported over 100000 dollars. Coach Paul R. Lostutter leads a Delphi team onto familiar Derby grounds during the season’s late stretch after a period of rebuilding and success with the Wonder Five.
County board of commissioners approved specifications for printing and binding this week. They granted an extension of time on the John E Swartz gravel road and filed a mand with Cutler bank officials for payment of their account. William Mahoney swore that all bills for the Gertha Voorhees road construction have been paid.
The Carroll circuit court heard further chapters in the Madison Township advisory board dispute. Alpha Rule and attorneys sought a more specific answer from Dickinson Dukes and Nichter, who filed motions to amend. A prior demurrer was overruled and the suit continues to test qualifications and authority of board members elected in 1922 1926 and subsequent appointees.
The Carroll County Sunday School convention meets at Cutler Presbyterian Church October 20 21 with sessions starting 7 30 p m. H G Rowe opens the program and three discussion groups cover children workers young people and adults led by Taft Rowe and Albertson. L B Mosley and the County Young People Chorus perform with an address by Mosley at the evening program.
Jonas Skinner aged 92 of Pittsburg heads a five generation family living together. The line includes Mrs. Margaret Gant and Mrs. Grover, Treida, Mrs. Eirjah Farmer, and Robbie Farmer. The youngest member is in Pittsburg third grade.
A water department notice states that flat rates must be paid by the 10th of October to avoid additional charges. It warns of possible disconnection actions if payment is not received. The notice directs customers to renewal or payment locations and reiterates the deadline.
Mr and Mrs W H Bradshaw of Delphi are in Europe on a vacation trip when they meet Burton L French a Carroll County native on the S S President Roosevelt en route to Hamburg Germany French had been Idaho’s Republican representative for 24 years and was visiting Europe as a delegate to an interparliamentary union conference He recalled local names and spoke of his brother Dr Harley E French of Grand Forks North Dakota The Bradshaws plan to visit England Scotland and Ireland before returning home in November
The Lions Club announces a mystery play titled The Skeleton in the Closet to be presented October 29. Prof. C A Smith directs and acts in a cast of ten as rehearsals progress rapidly. Members sell tickets. two teams led by Robert J Gamble and GA Smith vie for the privilege of hosting a post show feed.
Delphi Woman's Club asks for room offers for Grange delegates to the October 20 21 22 Delphi convention. Delegates pay 1 dollar for single 1 50 double. Sessions in Odd Fellows Hall Presbyterian church and Armory. Welcome by Mayor Yanus Wells. Lions club produce tour to Oakdale Dam Camp Tecumseh and Batlle Ground.
Representatives from the Social Welfare Society meet in the city building to plan winter relief. Miss Hilda Bowenway is named chairman of the united relief committee with Mrs W T Brackenridge and the township trustee as members. The committee will collect applicant names, investigate, and authorize aid. The league's officers include Mrs Brackenridge as president, Mrs George Thompson as vice president, and Mrs Charles Gros as secretary-treasurer.
An unclear fragment from The Citizen hints at broader media influence, with odd phrasing suggesting coverage depth or reach beyond rivals. The readable part mentions "The Citizen" and implies a comparative advantage in doing something more than others.
Extensive repairs are under way at St. Joseph’s Catholic church replacing the old heating system with a larger steam plant and adding stokers. The rectory heating plant is also upgraded with a stoker. Stockers were sold by Brown and Redding of Delphi. The project costs nearly 3000 dollars.
A continuation of the October term of the county board is set for Friday to decide the validity of a record naming Mrs Luella Love as trustee of Deer Creek township. Auditor J L Whiteman refused the record, noting the card was not in session and supporting Mrs Margaret Afflis as trustee. Mrs Afflis had been appointed to succeed Robert Love, deceased, with the board later declaring a continued September term and appointing Mrs Love. Love filed a bond. auditor refused to accept it. A suit to compel acceptance was filed in Carroll circuit court by Love through Smith Smith Ives Obear.
Secretary of State Frank Mayr Jr and Ira J. Shobe warn motorists are misled into thinking a new financial responsibility law is compulsory. The act takes effect October 1 but applies only after a violation and conviction for listed offenses such as DUI, hit and run, unlicensed driving, or a judgment exceeding 100 dollars.
The Christian church invites everyone to attend a homecoming on Sunday October 18. A basket dinner will be served at noon. Attendees are asked to bring a basket and table service.
The Delphi 4-H Fall Festival drew record crowds over three days with near perfect weather. Credit goes to the Chamber of Commerce, County Agent Ralph J. Maggart, and the Carroll County Farm Bureau for organizing concessions run by locals. Highlights included a barbecue dinner, tug of war won by county residents, and events like hog calling and earth contests.
Tickets go on sale this week with adults at 4.00 for twelve home games and students at 2.00. Reserved seats apply to adults and a reserve section is offered for students with orders taken by October 10 at the principal's office. General admission remains 35 cents. reserve averages 83 cents for adults and 16 cents for students.
The article highlights Doxie Moore, a former local high school star, who delivered sensational play in two recent games. In the Western matchup he scored three of four touchdowns and broke away for a long run, while in the following game he resembled a standout performer as well.
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