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Newspaper
Delphi Citizen
Location
Delphi, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1927
Page
1
A reader argues Delphi Journal and Lafayette Journal shift blame for Klan influence in Indiana politics. He recalls 1924 and 1926 campaigns, notes Democrats and Republicans included Klansmen, and questions the Journal’s critique of party corruption.
A fundraising committee reports $1 062 subscribed toward the Boyd Martin Boat factory project, joining the Chamber of Commerce grant of $1 000. Members William H. Bradshaw John Hamling H B Wilson Marion Ives led canvassing with contributions from Metzker Lumber Co Crosby Hotel Delphi State Bank and others totaling over one thousand dollars.
A metal filing cabinet with eighteen small drawers and three large ones is installed behind Clerk Floyd Julien to organize papers and speed access during court sessions. Previously papers were loose in Julien’s desk, hindering order and efficiency. The unit aids quick retrieval of documents as needed.
The third summer party at the Country club featured a whiz bang theme with guests in myriad costumes echoing George McManus characters. Hosts Mr. and Mrs. William H. Bradshaw led the receiving line, followed by a line of club members and guests. A witty menu and wall placards delighted attendees before the Melody Maids Orchestra set a lively two hour dance, celebrated as one of the club’s most enjoyable social affairs.
In a letter to the Journal the author argues the county upheaval stems from discontent with officials rather than the Klan. He predicts Indiana's 1928 shift as voters desert unsatisfactory Republicans for strong Democrats, citing honest GOP ranks and personal ties.
About 150 friends gathered at Frank Hoshaw’s home in Ockley to honor his birth anniversary with food for twice the crowd. He was surprised after a day of farm work and received a gift of furniture amid a warm reception and reminiscing social.
Mrs. Mary Clinton, 61, died in Kankakee Illinois. Grimm & Sons brought the body to her sister Mrs. Henry Martin’s home near Delphi. Funeral services were held at the Martin residence in the Baptist church tradition. Burial followed in the Odd Fellows cemetery. Mrs. Clinton had lived in Texas until two years ago and then was hospitalized in Kankakee. she is survived by her daughter Miss Vivian Clinton of Chicago.
Daniel E. McDonald sues Grave B. Zerbe formerly Stephens to foreclose laborers lien with William C. Smith as attorney for plaintiff. Margaret A. Knettle sues Manford A. Wagoner et al on note with James O. Obear as attorney for plaintiff.
The Flora Bank, formally the Carroll County Loan Trust and Savings Bank, did not open at its regular Thursday morning hour amid about 17 000 dollars in suits filed in the circuit court. The suits allege the bank aided the Flora Commission Company’s transactions and is liable for its obligations. No reason given for the closure. rumors of local bank aid have circulated but are false and legally actionable.
Fred Martin, manager of the Boyd Martin Boat Factory, explains the Chamber of Commerce voted $1,000 from its treasury and pledges by merchants to raise $1,500 more to match funds for a $5,000 building. He cites strong publicity from outboard motor manufacturers and plans to celebrate with catalog engravings and photo shoots to boost sales, while noting Johnson Motor Co of South Bend plans larger output and asserts not to compete with his firm.
French Post Park in Carroll County hosts a September 16 pageant reenacting Miami Indian life led by the Macon-a-quah company of Port Miami. The six episode performance, in real costumes, lasts about 90 minutes and funds support park improvements while admission is 15 to 25 cents.
A free tuberculosis clinic will be held all day Thursday October 13 starting at 9am at the courthouse. Dr Stygall from the State Board of Health will lead exams with assistance from County Nurse Elsie DeLaney.
Rexall sale runs October 20 21 and 22 at Margowski's Rexall Drug Store with discounts on selected items and limited stock. Customers urged to visit early for best deals and door specials.
A funding gap in Carroll County threatens the elevator operator job as 20 weeks of pay expire next Saturday. Officials note future sessions will require about forty weeks of service, but the county council has not budgeted funds beyond early 1928. Auditor J. L Whiteman considers a special session to avoid the emergency.
The Carroll Circuit court will convene a jury trial next Monday at 9 am for damages sought by Edward G. Boyer, Lafayette barber, against Tippecanoe County Agricultural Association over an automobile race incident injuring him. The case, moved from Tippecanoe to Clinton then Carroll, previously went to trial with seven days of testimony and no verdict.
Legal notice announces a commissioners sale of a tract exceeding 144 acres in Rock Creek township arising from Carroll Circuit court suit Nellie Forman et al v J Dewey Zinn et al. The sale starts at 10 o clock Monday October 31 from James O Obear law office led by commissioners C H Willis and Glen L Miller with James O Obear.
Mrs Loretta McCain 71 died at her brother Edward Hunts Camden home Saturday. A Baptist member for 54 years she is survived by sisters Mrs Laira Batgeall of Camden and Mrs Lucy Caldwell of North Liberty. Funeral services were at the Baptist church Monday at 2 pm conducted by Rev Bender. Burial in Paint Creek cemetery.
The Delphi Chamber of Commerce lowers a plan to donate 1000 dollars from its treasury toward a 2500 dollar fund to expand the Boyd-Martin boat company plant. Members approve a public fundraiser with 29 votes for and 5 against plus one blank, aiming to double the plant’s capacity and storage for off-season boat building.
Ira Washburn of Monticello suffered a broken neck in a fall down a stairway in the garage of the Monticello workplace where he had been employed for years. The accident occurred in the city and he received immediate medical attention.
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