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Newspaper

Delphi Citizen

Location

Delphi, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Oct 13, 1927

Page

4

State Normal School Luncheon Set in Indianapolis

Indiana State Normal school luncheon planned in the Riley room of the Claypool hotel Indianapolis at noon on Thursday Oct 20. Graduates former students and friends invited. Tickets one dollar each in advance by sending a check to Mrs Charlotte Schweitzer ford dean of women Indiana Normal School Terre Haute.

Indiana State Normal School Riley Claypool Hotel Indianapolis Charlotte Schweitzer Rford Indiana To Normal School Terre Haute

DePauw History Club Initiates Joseph Clauser

On Thursday evening October 6 Joseph Clauser was initiated into DePauw University's History Club. The ceremony took place at the home of Prof. William W. Carson, head of political science, where members gathered to honor the new inductee.

Joseph Clauser History Club DePauw University William W. Carson Political Science

History and Political Science Honor Group Details

Members are chosen on scholarship from 200 plus history and political science majors. The group selects about thirty members and holds monthly meetings where papers on history and political science are read and discussed.

Delphi sixth grade teacher to move after sale

Leo Craig, a Delphi school sixth grade teacher who bought the late Charles Dock residence in South Delphi, plans to move to the city after a public sale near Radnor on Saturday October 29. The sale includes live stock hog and chicken raising equipment and other small items, with Ho shaw Brothers as auctioneers.

Leo Craig Delphi Charles Dock South Delphi Radnor Hoshaw Brothers Craig

Rexall Sale At Margowski's Rexall Drug Store

Rexall sale planned for October 20 21 and 22 at Margowski's Rexall Drug Store with in store bargains and limited time offers.

Margowski Rexall

Kilbuck of the C I L Rail road stage benefit at lodge hall

Home talent production pleases Knights of Columbus lodge with crowd approving encores. Miss Rose Bennett trained the cast, Miss Hildred Roskuski directed the musical program and acted. Cyrus Kilbuck is the heavy, with Robert Sieber as his son, and numerous townsfolk fill roles from Hillary Nichter to Ruth Kempf and Bernice Arnot in a full evening of acts and vocal numbers.

Kilbuck C. I. & L. Railroad Lodge of Knights of Columbus Paul Rule Cyrus Kilbuck Robert Sieber Barnaby Bird Flagg County Hillary Nichter Mulberry Road Cletus Hoover Bruce Ferguson Robert Coomey Artie Raymond Baer Perry Allen C. J. McGreevey Jessamine Lee Anna Kempf

Young couple wed in Delphi home ceremony

Robert Gros Bradshaw and Miss Mary Gustavel were married Tuesday at 3 30 p.m. in the Bradshaw home by Rev E M Martinson of the Baptist church. Attended by immediate family, the pair are Delphi residents and Northwestern and Purdue graduates. They plan a three week honeymoon in St Petersburg Florida before settling in Delphi.

Robert Gros Bradshaw Mary Gustavel E.M. Martinson The Baptist Church William H. Bradshaw Delphi Northwestern University Frankfort Ida Gustavel Purdue University Bradshaw St. Petersburg Fla

James Redden Dies in City After Heart Trouble

James H. Redden, a well known local resident, died at his foster son Robert Herron’s home Friday at 1 AM from heart trouble. Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at 2 in the Methodist Episcopal church conducted by Rev. N. E. Knox, with burial in the Odd Fellows cemetery.

James Redden James H. Redden Robert Herron Rev N. E. Knox The Christian Church Methodist Episcopal Church Odd Fellows Cemetery

Rabers and friends visit Lafayette amid illness notes

Mr and Mrs Fred Raber and others spend Saturday in Lafayette visiting Mrs Sue Raber Schermerhorn who is recovering from a fractured hip after a Tuesday operation at St Elizabeth hospital. Friends hope for a speedy recovery as Miss Louise Parrott of Flora visits and other local residents are mentioned with weekend movements and a death in Young America.

Fred Raber Minnie Raber McMahon Idaho Frank Raber Chicago Louise Parrott Flora Walter Greider Thelma’ Mummert Bloomington Gertrude Stangle Joseph Turner James Turner Delphi James Cripe Rockfield Presbyterian Church Joseph Allen

Indiana State Fair Profits Rise Despite Higher Premiums

The Indiana state fair posted a net profit of 25000 for the state board of agriculture, as reported by E. J. Barker secretary treasurer. Premiums and purses increased by 20000 compared with the prior year, while the 1926 profit stood at 16461.96.

State Board of Agriculture E. J. Barker

Foreclosure Proceedings Involving Crockett And Williams

John C. Crockett has filed foreclosure proceedings against John A. Williams and others in a case impacting property interests. Proceedings call for legal action to enforce mortgage satisfaction and asset recovery.

John C. Crockett John A. Williams

Tri Kappa Elects New Officers and Plans Halloween Party

Tri Kappa sorority met with Mrs. Paul Quick Tuesday evening. New officers include Mrs. Robert Bradshaw president Miss Ruth McCormick vice president Mrs. E O Grimm treasurer Mrs. Zelpha Kramer recording secretary Ruth Wilkison corresponding secretary. Lorene Hinkle named play committee chair for the musical comedy That’s That to be performed November 15 and 16. Next meeting with Miss Mary Margowski and Miss Hilda Bowen as assistant hostess. The event will be a Halloween masked party.

Tri Kappa’s Paul Quick Robert Bradshaw Ruth McCormick E O. Grimm Zelpha Kramer Ruth Wilkison Lorene Hinkle Mary Margowski Hilda Bowen

Monthly Methodist Premiers Meeting at Radnor

The Premiers of the Methodist church held a monthly meeting in Radnor on Monday evening. Delphi high school coach Paul Loste tter spoke on loyalty and urged youth to show respect to elders. Virgil Stinebaugh led a round table on criticism with engaging discussion. Mary Josephine Reed played piano. Mildred Blickenstaff and Ruby Holsinger performed a duet. A social hour and refreshments followed.

Methodist Church Radnor Paul Lostetter Delphi Virgil Stinebaugh Mary Josephine Reed Mildred Blickenstaff Ruby Holsinger

Make Merry and Church Classes Farewell for Rev Kern

The Make Merry class and church classes held farewell parties for Rev. Russell B. Kern at the Methodist church. A cooperative dinner, program, and talks followed. Rev Kern and his family left Tuesday for new duties as pastor in Brazil.

Methodist Church Russell B. Kern Kern Rev. Kern Brazil

Rally Day at Presbyterian church with elections of two new trustees

A large crowd attended Rally Day at the Presbyterian church last Sunday. After Sunday school and services, a cooperative dinner was served in the new church basement dining room. In the afternoon a congregational meeting elected two new trustees, Troy Quinn and Frank Lebert, succeeding Charles Bowen and Robert Eckert, who moved from Delphi.

Presbyterian Church Troy Quinn Frank Lebert Charles Bowen Robert Eckert Delphi

Hopewell Christian Church Homecoming On Oct 16

The Hopewell Christian Church invites all to its annual homecoming on Sunday October 16. Sunday school begins at 1 00 pm with church services at 11 00 am, a basket dinner at noon, and additional services in the afternoon and evening led by Pastor Rev Howard Jenkins. All are welcome.

Hopewell Christian Church Howard Jenkins

Seventh annual young people's conference at Manchester

The seventh annual young people's conference begins Friday in Manchester and runs for three days. Delegates from Delphi include Misses Lula Blickenstaff Ruby Holsinger Frances Reed Ruth Irelan Ernest Cripe Ruel Bloyd and Kenneth Leibert.

N. Manchester Delphi Lula Blickenstaff Ruby Holsinger Frances Reed Ruth Irelan Ernest Cripe Ruel Bloyd Kenneth Leibert

Presbyterian Brotherhood Plans Reorganization After Dinner

Members of the Presbyterian Brotherhood met at the church last evening. The ladies of the flbaicos class served a dinner, followed by a business session during which a reorganization for the coming year was planned.

Presbyterian Brotherhood

Rosary Society Hosts Social at St. Joseph’s Church

Mrs John McGreevey hosted a Rosary Society gathering at St Josephs church on a Wednesday afternoon. A social followed with a contest awarding honors to Mrs James Turner and light refreshments served.

Rosary Society John McGreevey St. Joseph’s Church James. Turner

Tippecanoe Home Economics Club Meets for Flower Making

The Tippecanoe Township Home Economics club plans an all day meeting at Pittsburg Grange hall on Wednesday October 19. A Flower Making demonstration is scheduled and members should bring material for flowers.

T. T. H. E. Club Tippecanoe Township Pittsburg Grange Hall

Court House Meeting Urges All Officers Present

At 2 30 oclock at the court house all officers are urged to be present. Young Married Bridge Club Mrs Harry Roach entertained the members of her bridge club at her home Friday afternoon.

Young Harry Roach

G. O. P. Club to Host Mrs Gros This Monday

Mrs Blanche Gros will host the G O P club members on Monday afternoon at a club meeting.

G. O. P. Club Blanche Gros

Juniors Plan Comedy Cyclone Sally at Local School

The junior class directed by Mr Hall and Miss Gardner rehearses Cyclone Sally set for November 2 and 8. Cast includes Sally Graham Lenore Gilman Ruth Webster Bernice Arnot Jack Webster and others as grade cards due and Columbus Day programs draw interest.

Cyclone Sally Mr. Hall Miss Gardner Sally Graham Lenore Gilman Ruth Webster Bernice Arnot Jack Webster Robert Broadrick Peggy Manners Martin Ridder Jim Jerkins John Benner Lillie Clungs William Wason Jenny Thatcher Jims Persistence Catherine Griffith Effie Warden Cedar Point Betty Wason

D A R Conference Attendees Travel To Muncie

Mrs N J Howe Mrs E W Bowen and Mrs Henry B Wilson left Tuesday for Muncie to attend the state D A R conference. Peter Haskell spent the weekend in Indianapolis during Mrs Howe's absence.

N. J. Howe E. W. Bowen Henry B. Wilson Muncie D.A. R Peter Haskell Indianapolis Howe

Square Picnic At Homes Of Schemerhorn And Brackenridge

The annual square picnic was held last evening at the residences of Mrs J C Schemerhorn and W T Brackenridge with a 4 picnic dinner served at 6 30 o clock. Guests included residents living in the block.

J. C. Schemerhorn W. T Brackenridge

Meeting of the D. of I. Postponed to Friday for Officer Elections

The meeting of the D. of I. was moved from Tuesday to Friday evening to hold the election of officers. A good attendance is desired.

D. of I.’s D. of I’s

G A R Ladies to Meet on Wednesday Afternoon

The G A R Ladies group will gather Wednesday afternoon of next week for their regular meeting. Members are urged to attend and discuss upcoming events.

Local Hi-Y Club Plans Entertainment and Refreshments

A Hi-Y meeting concluded with discussion of activities and followed by entertainment and refreshments for attendees. The event emphasized community involvement and social bonding among members.

Tion Hi-Y

Albert Blickenstaff Suffers Broken Arm After Car Backfire

Albert Blickenstaff of the B and B Soda Sandwich Shopper suffered a broken arm from a Ford fracture while winding up his car last Wednesday morning. Four small bones were broken and ligaments strained. He resumed work in the afternoon.

Albert Blickenstaff B. & B. Soda Blickenstaff

Teachers Institute to Be Held at Camden Next Saturday

The regular monthly teachers institute will convene in Camden next Saturday at 9 am. Morning extension work will be followed by afternoon talks and discussions with Benjamin Stewart speaking on Indiana History.

Camden Benjamin Stewart Indiana

Stolen Barber Pole Recovered In Yeoman

A barber pole at Lynch and Clawson on North Franklin street was stolen Monday night and found in Yeoman Tuesday afternoon. The shop owner notes the pole has been stolen five times before, with the latest theft being the first in 1927. A visiting man demonstrated fingerprinting using black powder, but his identity and purpose remain unclear. The pole is reinstalled in its place.

Lynch & Clawson North Franklin Street

Man Pleads Guilty in Attempted Arson Case

Orville Martin, Burrows resident, pleaded guilty in Carroll County court on Monday seeking a suspended sentence for an attempted arson. Sheriff Riley Sink awaited during progress as Judge Smith urged evidence. Martin claimed another man was to blame while prosecutor Merl Wall and several witnesses testified.

Logansport Pharos Tripune Orville Martin Burrows Riley Sink Cars ‘County Sink Delphi Martin Smith Rosecutor Merl Wall

Also Mentioned on This Page

PMN Heee Sweshigek Dickison Market Honey Blanco California Meat Department State Normal School Winchester L. M. Pletcher Knights of Columbus Hall Florida East OF State Fair Luna Coffee Smith’s Carroll County Tri Kappa Sorority Presbyterian Hopewell Frazer Thomas Fordson Oliver, Moline and Ferguson Delphi Motor Sales Delphi, Indiana J. M. Wheeler & Sons Ernest Gripe Stinebaugh Barnett Hall Charles Flora Cutler H.Y O. K Chevrolet Eastern Star Auxiliary Teachers’ Institute Carroll Gotham Quick & Clifford Hallowe’en Gandy Lowe’en
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