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Newspaper

Delphi Citizen

Location

Delphi, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Oct 22, 1936

Page

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Return of Special Privilege Is Goal of Reaction Hanna

Ralph Hanna deputy Indiana attorney general told a Madison County audience that the Democratic party fights to aid the common man. He argued bipartisan forces seek special privileges and contrasted this with a threefold Democratic program of relief, protection, and opportunity.

Hanna Ralph Hanna Indiana New Hope Young Democrats Madison Clay Townships Delphi Democratic Party

Byrd Expedition Officer Speaks to Delphi Students

Lieut. Edgar F. Cox, Byrd Antarctic expedition member, lectured Delphi students on the South Pole voyage. He used motion pictures as an aid, but limited by power, and gave a vivid account of Admiral Byrd six months isolation, hardships, provisions, animals, and discoveries, followed by questions from students.

Edgar F. Cox Byrd South Pole Delphi Lieut. Cox Admiral Byrd

American Legion Seeks Strong Education Week Observance

Curtis McCain commander of the Harry Bohannon Post calls Educational Week November 9 to 13 vital to preserve American schools and push ongoing improvements. He argues democracy rests on educated citizens and urges visits to schools during the observance and continued lifelong learning. He also invites readers to explore the world’s largest business they effectively own through voting.

Curtis McCain Harry Bohannon American Legion America McCain The

Cliff Townsend at Logan Tonight

Dr. C. H. Winders of Indianapolis representing the Indiana Anti Saloon League will be guest speaker at the Christian church Sunday evening. The address is expected to draw a large crowd and will begin at 7 30.

C. H. Winders Indianapolis Indiana Anti- Saloon League Christian Church Winders

Pearson and Allen Predict Roosevelt Victory by Large Majority

Drew Pearson and Robert Allen foretell a Roosevelt win by a comfortable margin on November 3. They cite a national tour of doubtful states and growing Roosevelt enthusiasm, noting Landon overpromised and failed to meet expectations.

Pearson Allen Roosevelt Drew Pearson Robert Allen Washington Kansas Landon

Delphi to Strictly Enforce Traffic Laws

The city of Delphi with the Americans Safety Campaign will strictly enforce traffic laws including head and tail lights speed limits and reckless driving. Mayor Clarence W. Hunter announced the campaign and enforcement plan.

City of Delphi Americans Safety Campaign Clarence W. Hunter

Wayne Coy Aids With Drafting WPA Plans

Wayne Coy, formerly of Delphi and now WPA administrator for Indiana, attends a meeting of American Public Welfare Association directors in Washington. He serves on the committee drafting plans for the association's annual conference set for December 10-12 in Washington.

Wayne Coy Delphi WPA Indiana American Public Welfare Association Washington Mr. Coy Association

Landon Visits Delphi On Campaign Train Stop

Governor Alf M. Landon rode a special train through Delphi on Thursday en route to Lafayette, greeting a crowd of about 1500 at the station. Though expected to speak, he gave only a brief wave from the rear platform as local Republicans and party leaders looked on with hopeful but thwarted plans for remarks.

Alf M. Landon Delphi Lafayette Landon Robert Lieber Mabel Fraser B B. Mayhill Russell Harter James M. Cox Franklin D. Roosevelt

Delphi Library to Display Milroy Trobaugh Works

Delphi art lovers will view Roy Trobaugh paintings and Harry Milroy sculptures in a library exhibit opening Friday. The show includes local busts and a James Whitcomb Riley relief, with Milroy's long-hidden works featured. The exhibit runs through Friday October 30 as part of the county recreation project. Bingo follows at Red Men's hall each Monday night with all invited.

Delphi Milroy Roy Trobaugh Harry Milroy Indiana James Whitcomb Riley Red Men’s Hall

Samuel Jackson to Address Burlington Democratic Meeting

Fort Wayne attorney Samuel D. Jackson, a noted Democratic speaker, will address a Burlington township meeting at the Burlington school gymnasium on Saturday evening, October 24. He previously chaired the state convention in Indianapolis on June 16 and led the speak ers bureau for the 1934 campaign. The Burlington Democrats announced committees for publicity reception and ushers.

Samuel D. Jackson Fort Wayne Burlington School Jackson Indianapolis Democratic State Committee Sherman Minton The United Burlington

Immunization drive starts November 9 in county schools

Mrs. Esther Gregg, Carroll county nurse, said the third county immunization program for diphtheria and smallpox will begin November 9. Family participation is encouraged with reduced prices: 50 cents for smallpox. 1.00 for diphtheria toxoid. 25 cents for the Schick test. 1.00 for additional shots if needed. The program has nearly wiped out these diseases among county children. Announcements of visiting dates at schools will appear in next week's Citizen.

Esther Gregg Carroll County Gregg

Democrats Schedule Busy October Meetings and Socials

Democratic groups across Tippe county announce October gatherings. Francis Murphy speaks at Pittsburg school October 23 with other parties and times, including Cutler and Washington Township meetings. A Deer Creek Rock Creek tea is planned October 26 hosted by Mrs. Goaz with speaker Ethel Raber. Herman Theophile visited Grand Rapids last week.

Tippecanoe Township Pittsburg Francis Murphy Lafayette Democrat Township Cutler Washington Township Deer Creek Lindsey Women's Democratic Club Rock Creek Township Bessie Goaz Rockfield Ethel Raber Herman Theophile Mr. Theophile Grand Rapids, Mich

Two Fined By J P Court During Week

Clarence Brennen was arrested by State Policeman Paul Minneman and pleaded guilty to intoxication. He was fined $25.00 and costs totaling $34.50. John W. MacIntosh, arrested by State Policeman Loren Ayres, pleaded not guilty to assault and battery on his wife but was found guilty and fined $5.00 and costs totaling $13.50.

Clarence Brennen Paul Minneman John W. MacIntosh Loren Ayres

Landon Visit to Delphi Sparks Mixed Reactions

The Delphi appearance by Gov. Alf M Landon was delayed by schedule conflicts and drew both supportive and opposing locals. The piece notes a rising campaign fervor and promises a campaign edition next week with, it says, favorable coverage.

Alf M. Landon Delphi

Notable greetings at city event raise civic spirit

Robert Julius congratulated for out-thinking a sneak thief. Joe Ives compliments Senator Minton’s address. Bev Mayhill extends a warm greeting to the London crowd.

Robert Julius Joe Ives Minton Bev Mayhill London

Mrs Margret Afflis Ends Speaking Tour With Full Schedule

Mrs Margaret Afflis closes her speaking tour listing engagements at Akron Lafayette Plymouth Logansport and Warsaw across Monday to Saturday next week.

Margaret Afflis Akron Lafayette Plymouth Logansport Warsaw

Democratic Women of Deer Creek Township Elect Officers

The Democratic Women of Deer Creek Township met Friday at the library with county vice chairman Mrs. Marie Swickard presiding. Officers elected were Myron Johnson president, Emma Frushour vice president, Ruby Martin secretary, Edna Julien treasurer, and Ferne Hawkins township chairman. Guest speaker was Mrs. A. P. Flynn, former state vice chairman and current seventh regional director of the National Democratic Women’s Organization. Special music by the Manila String Quartet followed by community singing led by Betty Dyer and Ruth Flagler.

Democratic Women of Deer Creek Marie Swickard Myron Johnson Emma Frushour Ruby Martin Edna Julien Ferne Hawkins A. P. Flynn National Democratic Womens’ Organization Manila Betty Dyer Ruth Flagler

Legion Promises Gay Hallowe'en Festival in Delphi

The American Legion with the Chamber of Commerce plans a Halloween celebration in Delphi on October 31. Prizes will be awarded for best costumes in several classes, with a 7:30 parade, 8:00 judging, and a dance from 9 to 12 in the armory. The Auxiliary hosts a cake walk and crackerjack sale.

American Legion Chamber of Commerce Hallowe’en Delphi Shirley Temple Amos and Andy American Legion Auxiliary

Riley Program Will Be Presented Here at Delphi High

Marcus Dickey will deliver the principal address at a special program honoring Hoosier poet James Whitcomb Riley in the Delphi high school auditorium on October 27. Dickey, Riley’s longtime business manager and private secretary, is a leading Riley authority and author of biographies The Youth of James Whitcomb Riley and The Maturity of James Whitcomb Riley. Additional Riley programs are planned in other Indiana communities connected to the poet. The effort is sponsored by Ross R. Lockridge of the WPA Federal Writers Project of Indiana, and the public is invited.

Marcus Dickey James Whitcomb Riley Delphi High School Riley Indiana

Spinal Meningitis Claims Life Of Phillip Frye

Phillip Frye, 21, son of Mr and Mrs Russell Frye from a farm near Camden, died Monday at St Josephs hospital after contracting spinal meningitis which caused school closures in Cass county. Services were held at the residence with Cedarville cemetery burial. Survived by parents three brothers Herbert John Thomas Clyde six sisters Betty Eva Johanna Geraldine Pauline Marjorie and paternal grandmother Mrs Clara B Frye Burnettsville.

Cass County Phillip Frye Russell Frye Camden Striken St. Joseph's Hospital Cedarville Herbert John Thomas Clyde Betty Eva Johanna Geraldine Pauline Marjorie Clara B. Frye Burnettsville

Tipwa Grange Hallowe'en Party Set With Prizes

Tipwa Grange plans a Hallowe en party next Thursday at the Pittsburg hall. Members of all Granges invited. Prizes for best costumes include Indian clown negro baby hobo Popeye witch Jiggs Maggie. Committee includes Miss Irene Downing Mrs Lewis Dock Mrs Clifford Bitler. Armistice Day cooperative supper on November 9. War Mothers Veterans and families guests.

Tipwa Grange Pittsburg Granges Irene Downing Lewis Dock Clifford Bitler

Minton Defends New Deal Debt Policy in Delphi Address

Sherman Minton, Indiana senator and Roosevelt ally, extolled New Deal recovery and praised Indiana’s administration for lower property taxes and fiscal stability. He contrasted wartime debt with current spending, criticizing Republican claims of bankruptcy and urging support for 1936 Democratic platform. crowd of about 1200 heard the speech at the Delphi armory.

Sherman Minton Indiana Roosevelt Congress Delphi Senator Minton Democratic Central Committee Barnhart Liberty Bonds Wall Street Liberty League DuPonts Hoover Mr. Hoover

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