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Newspaper

Delphi Citizen

Location

Delphi, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Oct 20, 1927

Page

4

Carroll County Choir Set for Delphi Concert

St. John s Episcopal church choir of thirty five men and boys will sing at the Methodist church in Delphi Sunday evening November 6. H S Metzger organist and choir leader, Yale graduate, directs at Fowler Hall West Lafayette and Purdue Glee Club.

St. John’s Episcopal Church Methodist Church Delphi H. S. Metzger Yale Fowler Hall West Lafayette Purdue Glee Club

DAR Chapter to Meet with Mrs Ives and Guests

The Charles Carroll chapter DAR will meet tomorrow with Mrs. Myron Ives hosting. Assisting guests include Mrs. E O Grimm Mrs T J Ryan and Mrs N W Bowen. Reports from the state conference will be given by Mrs. E W Bowen Mrs N G Howe and Mrs Henry B Wilson.

Charles Carroll Chapter Myron Ives Ives E. O. Grimm T. J. Ryan N. W. Bowen E. W. Bowen N. G. Howe Henry B. Wilson

D of I Officers Elected at Hall Meeting

At a meeting of the D and I s held last Friday evening officers for the ensuing year were elected. Region Mrs. Josephine Lathrope. vice Miss Hildreth Roskuski. past region Josephine Clauser. recording secretary Mrs. L. D. Via. treasurer Mrs. Gertrude Hefiing. financial secretary Mrs. Mary Haugh. custodian Mrs. Ellan Brennan. monitor Mrs. Margaret Gerard. inside guard Mrs. Alice Coomey. outside guard Miss Neletta Clifford. chancellor Mrs. Pearl Arnot. scribe Celia L. Beadle. organist Miss Mary Kempf. first guard Miss Mary Heflong. second guard Alice Turner. banner bearer Mrs. Helen Hamling. trustees Agnes Margowski three years, Hannah Coomey one year, James Turner. Next meeting Wednesday evening October 26 will be a masquerade party at the hall. Committee in charge is Mrs. Mary Haugh, Miss Anna Horan and Mrs. William Heflong. A short business meeting will follow the social hour. All members are invited to come masqued.

Alice Coomey Neletta Clifford Pearl Arnot Celia L. Beadle Mary Kempf Mary Heflong Alice Turner Helen Hamling Agnes Margowski Hannah Coomey James Turner Mary Haugh Anna Horan William Heflong

Tuberculosis Clinic At Court House Draws Crowd

The free tuberculosis clinic was well attended at the court house last Friday. Dr. Stygall, vice-president of the State Tuberculosis Association of Indianapolis, performed examinations and was assisted by County Nurse Miss Elsie DeLaney.

Court House Stygall State Tuberculosis Association of Indianapolis Elsie DeLaney

State Nurses Convention Attendees Gather in Indianapolis

County Nurse Miss Elsie DeLaney accompanies Cass County nurse Miss Mae Billard and Logansport’s Billard attend the state nurses convention in Indianapolis this weekend, with headquarters at the Lincoln.

Elsie DeLaney Cass Mae. Billard Logansport Indianapolis The Lincoln

Teachers Dismissed for State Meeting in Indianapolis

Delphi and Carroll County teachers were dismissed last evening and will not convene until Monday morning. They will attend the state meeting at Indianapolis which is in session Thursday and Friday of this week.

Delphi Carroll County Indianapolis

Kilbuck of the C T and L Railroad to be played in Lafayette

The home talent company that staged Kilbuck of the C Tt and L Railroad under the K of council will present the comedy in Lafayette in November. Miss Rose Bennett directs the play with Miss Hild red Roskuski handling music. A supper and social hour followed the Delphi performance last night.

Lafayette Kilbuck C. Tt L. Railroad K of ©. Council Rose Bennett Hildred Roskuski St. Boniface Hall Delphi

Junto Club Enjoys Evening at Orr Residence

The Junto club was delightfully entertained Tuesday evening by Mr. and Mrs. Forrest Orr. A sumptuous dinner was served at seven o'clock. Places were arranged for the guests.

Junto Club Forrest Orr

Club Tables and Hallowe en Name Cards Highlight Dinner

Three tables for club members featured Hallowe en name cards. Garden flowers decorated the room. After dinner J M Been spoke on world religions and Mrs C Clay Pearson edited an edition of the Jabbermack. The November meeting is planned with Mr and Mrs L M Plet cher.

Hallowe'en J. M. Been C. Clay Pearson L. M. Pletcher

Metho dist church Ladies Aid announces church events

The Ladies Aid Society met and planned a chicken pie supper in the church dining room on Tuesday evening October 25 from 5 to 7. Cafeteria style service. The Thanksgiving bazaar and market will be on Wednesday November 23 starting at 10 a.m. at Boothroyd monument shop. A New Years dinner plate will be served at the church from 11 to 1.

Ladies’ Aid Society of the Methodist Church Boothroyd Monument Shop

Mission Guild Meets at Grimm Home for Annual Guest Evening

The Young Ladies Mission Guild of the Presbyterian church gathered at Mrs. E. O. Grimm’s home for its annual guest meeting with thirty one attendees. Ruth Robinson, a returned Africa missionary, spoke on her experiences and work. A social hour followed with refreshments. Assistant hostesses were Mrs. C. C. McFarland, Mrs. Quinn Lewis, and Mrs. R. Dale LeCount.

Young Ladies Mission Guild the Presbyterian Church Grimm Ruth Robinson Africa C.C. McFarland Quinn Lewis R. Dale LeCount

Presbyterian Missionary Society Holds October Meeting

About twenty five members gathered with Mrs H Rohrabaugh on Tuesday afternoon for the regular monthly meeting. President Mrs Charles Crowl presided. After business the group enjoyed a social hour with refreshments. The house was decorated for Halloween.

The Presbyterian Missionary Society Rohrabaugh

Camp outing for Sunday school class at Camp Quietude

The Sunday school class of Roger Mayhill from the Presbyterian church enjoyed a weekend outing at Camp Quietude. Attendees included Mrs. Bert Mayhill and her sons Roger and Thomas, Mr. and Mrs. Jess Retherford, David Retherford, Harold Brewer, Hez Howell, John Leiber, Harold Anderson, and William Lowery.

Roger Mayhill Presbyterian Church Camp Quietude Bert Mayhill Roger Thomas Jess Retherford David Retherford Harold Brewer Hez Howell John Leiber Harold Anderson William Lowery

First Communion and Confirmation Services Planned

Next Sunday morning services will be held at S Joseph's Catholic Church led by Rev. C. J. Reed. On Tuesday evening Rt. Rev. Bishop John F. Noll of Fort Wayne will come to Delphi to confirm the first Communion class and several adults.

S Joseph's Catholic Church C. J. Reed John F. Noll Fort Wayne Delphi

Make Merry class hosts masquerade party at Colburn home

The October committee of the Make Merry class led by Mr. and Mrs. Dean Rice and fellow pairs Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Cole Mr. and Mrs. Dean Balser and Mr. and Mrs. S. Mulvey will entertain class members at a masquerade party Monday evening at the Rice residence in Colburn.

Dean Rice Clarence Cole Dean Balser S. Mulvey Rice Colburn

District Young People's Conference At North Manchester

Fifty delegates and five adult leaders from Carro County attended the District Young People conference in North Manchester last week returning Sunday evening. Mrs Fred Miller of field served as county chairman and also attended.

District Young People’s Conference District Young People’s North Manchester Carro County Fred Miller Field

Presbyterian Praise Service at Manse November 15

Praise Service at the Manse combines the Missionary Society and the Guild for a joint Presbyterian Church service on November 15.

Presbyterian Church Miggionary Society Guild

Firemen Celebrate Mr. and Mrs. Rardon Birthday Fry

City firemen were entertained at a fish fry hosted by Mr. and Mrs. James Rardon at their home last evening. The gathering honored Mr. Rardon's birthday anniversary with the service and attendance of local firefighters.

City Firemen James Rardon Rardon

Young Married Bridge Club Hosts At Mass Hates Event

Members of the Young Married Bridge Club gathered for a social evening at a local venue. The event featured casual play, light refreshments, and conversations among couples, showcasing community camaraderie.

Young Married Bridge Club Con Mass The Young

Local social clubs meet at homes this week

The Mar ried Bridge club gathered at their home Friday evening. The Rosary Society plans a thimble party at Mrs. James N. Coomey’s home on Thursday afternoon October 27. The Chatter and Stitch Club met with Miss Josephine Schrader on Monday evening. Mrs. Blanche Gros hosted G O P club bridge at her home Monday afternoon.

Rosary Society The James N. Coomey Chatter and Stitch Club Josephine Schrader Blanche “Gros G. O. P. Club Bridge

Delphi Methodist Church Hosts Welcome Reception for New Pastor

The Delphi Methodist congregation and the Rev. C. P. Manker and family were honored at a Wednesday evening reception in the church parlors. Mrs. C. Q. Julius presided as Henry B. Wilson gave a welcome, with music by Mrs. Mabel Stewart and Mrs. Edythe Sanderson. A surprise program by the Mankers featured piano, cornet solos, readings, and a family performance, followed by punch and wafers.

Delphi Methodist Church C.P. Manker C. Q. Julius Henry B. Wilson Mabel Stewart Edythe Sanderson Gwin Smith Ralph Robinson Delphi

Phone 391 Cowdins for your next job of plumbing

A local plumbing advertisement is urging customers to call 391 Cowdins for their next project. The notice emphasizes reliable service and prompt response for plumbing work in the area.

Cowdins

Bank Statement for Carron County Loan & Trust Co Delphi Ind

Condensed statement of condition as of October 10 1927 shows total resources 468666.77 and total liabilities 468666.78. Officers Bank President Yanus Wells Vice President Wm Goslee Secretary Treasurer Harry E Reed sign and swear to accuracy with notary dated October 18 1927.

Trust Company No Yanus Wells Wm. M. Goslee Harry E. Reed Sec’y Treas Carron County Loan & Trust Company Delphi Indiana U. S. Gov. Securi Securi’s Petecan Stoeck Banks and Trust Carroll County Loan & Trust. Co Delphi, Ind

Becky the Little Darling at Pond Point Rescue

Ned and George aid two girls trapped by a incoming tide at Pond Point. Ned saves Maud Frame and Becky Blythe meets him ashore earning a wary respect from Major Frame. Ned and George pursue romance while Becky showcases courage and loyalty.

Maud Framelan Becky George Graydon Ned George Frame Dory Maud Frame Graydon Miss Frame Maud Frane Sié Maud Maijer Prame

First Ocean Wireless Message Sent Across Atlantic

In October 1915 the first wireless telephone message crossed the Atlantic from AT&T’s Arlington tower to the Eiffel Tower in Paris, marking a historic achievement in long distance communication.

Atlantic Ocean American Telephone and Telegraph Company Arlington Eiffel Paris

Origin of Money Term Traced to Moneta at Rome

The word money comes from moneta linked to Juno and the Roman temple where coins were minted. The name derives from monere meaning to warm or urge.

Rome

No True Friend Money or Friend

A short item from the Pittsburgh Chronicle Telegraph reflects on friendship and money as a commentary on loyalty. The piece suggests money is a variable companion while true friendship endures without tight grip.

Pittsburgh Chronicle- Telegraph

Sylvan Glen on Canvas

Connie Wade paints Sylvan Glen on Long Island and attracts the Verneys as her sketches draw curiosity from John Verney and his son. Pickles, the dog, signals the discovery and the chance of exhibition and patronage rests with Verney senior as Connie doggedly pursues artistic recognition.

Lone AN Glen Connie Long Island Conoe Sylvan Glen John Verney Pickles Verney Vernon Verney Senior Tim America Connie Wade

Milk consumption drops to one twelfth pint daily

The Dearborn Independent reports average US milk use last year at 1/12 pint per person per day. Next week's Citizen will publish Delphi merchants ads for a cooperative sale starting Saturday Oct and running through Nov 7 with bargains in every line.

United States Dearborn Independent Delphi

Fights Between Ug and Ogg Called Simple Prehistoric Bouts

In ancient times, Ug and Ogg clashed in basic duels with minimal arena hype. Ringside seats were rare and spectators watched from nearby gatherings as basic contests determined bragging rights.

Ogg

Col Cramp ton visits Delphi families of local doctors

Col. A. B. Crampton of Indianapolis spent a few hours in Delphi Thursday with the families of Dr. Cr. C. Crampton and H. B. Wilson.

Col A. B. Crampton Indianapolis Delphi Cr. C. Crampton H. B. Wilson

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