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Newspaper
Delphi Citizen
Location
Delphi, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1953
Page
1
A long running drought in Carroll county draws farmers' eyes to the sky as fires break out across farms. 117 acres of timber near Rockfield burn. other blazes hit the Glen Little and Leatherman farms amid tinder dry fodder and corn.
Rev. P. J. Hamilton, longtime Flora Methodist pastor, resigns after four years and assumes pastoral duties at Centenary Methodist Church in Lebanon, replacing Rev. John W. Barkley.
John R. Ramey of route 4 Delphi suffered a heart attack at his residence Monday night and remains in serious condition under medical care.
Rose Chapter Order of Eastern Star held a 25-Year Night ceremony awarding 60 members pins with Mrs. Ruth Armstrong presiding. Two 50-year honorees, Mrs. Mattie Smock and Mrs. Emma J. Obear, were escorted to gold seats as dignitaries.
Three Delphi area youths Pvt Glen Edward Myers Pvt John Edward Hoshaw and Pvt Arthur Dean Echler completed basic training with the U S Marine Corps in San Diego California Myers son of Mr Mrs Herschel Myers of Ockley Hoshaw son of Mr Mrs Forrest A Hoshaw Delphi route 4 and Echler son of Mr Mrs Paul W Echler Delphi Myers attended Delphi high school and worked at the Aluminum Plant in Lafayette Echler and Hoshaw are now in further Marine training with the force.
Carroll County Auditor Ada Roach reported a gas tax disbursement of 40 901.48, about 842.11 less than a year ago. The four quarterly payments fund road repairs and construction, allocated by county road miles and vehicle registrations.
The State Tax Board notified Ada Roach county auditor that the county rates were approved. The overall rate includes 38 cents county, 4 cents bridge fund, 4 cents cumulative bridge fund, 9 cents welfare, and 15 cents state. This is down from 42 cents in 1953.
Mr and Mrs Ellis Friar of Muncie announce the engagement of their daughter Joan to Robert Reed Gordon of Delphi son of Mr and Mrs Otho Gordon of Lynn Indiana The vows will be spoken in Muncie on December 19 Miss Friar a Burris Ball State Teachers College graduate teaches in Muncie He is Delphi's head basketball coach a Lynn High School graduate with a BS from Florida and a MS from SMU Theta Chi member.
The Carroll County Farm Bureau will hold its annual meeting at the REMC auditorium in Delphi on Friday evening October 23. Ham supper at 6 30. members bring filled baskets and table service. Business includes officer elections resolutions delegates to the state convention and other matters with entertainment by Doris Shulthers and the Pyle duet Rural Youth Chorus and the Three J’s.
Russell Craig of Tippecanoe County appeared in Indianapolis as a witness before the House Agriculture Committee sub committee. He was among 16 Indiana farmers and farm organization leaders chosen to testify on the farm price supports issue.
The Crusaders of Delphi Methodist Church sponsor a Saturday morning paper drive to raise funds for the church. Proceeds will be donated to the church.
David R. Baum elected president for the 99th annual Old Settlers gathering to be held next August. Arthur McDowell named vice president, to be the direct descendant of one signer of the first Old Settlers register. Clara Sims reelected secretary. Directors listed include Noah Flora, Earl Fouts, Robert Bradshaw, Arthur Ritchey, Mrs. Walter Neff, Miles T. Martin, Lewis N. Mullin, Freida Been.
Local Girl Scout Council announced troop leaders for grades 2 through 8 with multiple names listed. Additional volunteers urgently requested to contact Mrs. Faye Gerbens. Leaders include Barbara Walker Martha Hawn and Mrs Everett England for second grade and others across grades 3 4 5 with Pittsburg Brownie and Scout Leaders Katherine Beard Virginia Lyons and Gertrude Hoagland. Mrs Joseph N Radabaugh leads the 6 7 and 8th grade Scouts.
Schools in the county were dismissed Wednesday afternoon for a holiday and will resume Monday. Teachers will travel to Indianapolis Thursday and Friday to attend the Indiana State Teachers convention.
Delphi placed 12th among 19 entrants as Wayne Hathaway finished 10th in the sectional meet at Mishawaka. Max Truex of Warsaw set a new 2 mile course record with 9 51. Warsaw won with Mishawaka second. coach Norm Ebrite led 10 team members to the event.
Delphi hosts a TV boxing night produced by Ping Bland of Indianapolis with Delphi Rotary backing. Five featured teens include Sonny Kercher and Vern Lee, with Don Armson and Jim Watkins among others. Prizes awarded for best bout and a novelty four-fighter slugfest headline the program at the Armory.
Delphi area 4 H and FFA leaders will gather at the County Extension Office on Tuesday October 27 at 7 30 p m Plans for the annual Crops Show sponsored by the Delphi Chamber of Commerce will be finalized for December 3 and 4 at the Delphi R E M C Judging and Demonstration locations.
Claude Wickard former Secretary of Agriculture and REA Director will headline the 21st annual State Muck Crop show at North Judson from October 26 to 29. He will present an illustrated talk about his 1951 India trip and discuss agricultural conditions and food needs of the Indian people.
Louise Conrad t v. Gerald Shirar settled Monday evening in Carroll circuit court. Conrad sought 30 000 for loss of a leg. Settlement amount not part of record. Jury had been summoned. case venued from Howard county.
The Auxiliary of Harry Bohan Post No. 75 American Legion will sponsor a public ham bean and cornbread supper at the Legion home on Tuesday evening November 3. Proceeds will fund furnishing the powder room of the new Legion home.
A community urges parents to curb Halloween vandalism after a rise in property damage blamed on teenagers. Police, city, county, and state authorities warn that offenders and responsible parents will face charges and restitution. The editorial cites cars, homes, fences, and businesses damaged and stresses accountability.
Dick Cowdin in Japan and Eddie Dickinson in Boston Harbor survived perilous incidents with civilian families in this community. Dickinson escaped unharmed when Leyte exploded killing 40 sailors. Cowdin, a radar mechanic, was injured by a 5000 volt shock and glass from a burst tube but is recovering and slated to return to duty.
Carroll County named host for the Lafayette District 4-H and FFA Judging and Demonstration contest set for April 15 with Harold Berry as general chairman. Indiana Farm Bureau sponsored a banquet at Purdue Union Building for teachers and extension staff. Delegates from Carroll County included W J Emerson White County chair and other county agents.
The last will and testament of Frank W. Austin was admitted to probate in Carroll Circuit Court. He leaves 370 shares of Burlington Building Products Corp stock to A. D. Bishop as trustee for his widow during her life and for the children thereafter. All remaining property goes to Imogene Austin, widow.
Mrs. Lois Kite Livingston files for divorce from Harold Livingston in Carroll circuit court citing cruelty. She seeks $1000 alimony and custody of a minor child with Hanna and Hanna representing the plaintiff.
Nellie Dunkin of Flora sues for limited divorce and separation from bed and board from Benjamin Dunkin. They married January 25, 1950, and separated October 16, this year. Representation by David R. Baum and Frank S. Pryor.
Norman Dale Kesler Roger Dale Cain and David Michael Baird were inducted into the Armed Forces Tuesday of this week.
Officers responded to Yeoman after a break-in at Crutchfield Grain and Feed. Entry was gained by forcing a rear door. About $7 taken from a Coke machine and two rolls of pennies from the cash register.
The Delphi FFA Chapter led by advisor W. S. Weaver received the Gold Emblem award for the seventh consecutive year at the national convention in Kansas City. The local chapter is believed to be the only one in the state and among a few nationwide to earn the honor seven times.
Robert S. Turner of Burlington township files suit in Carroll circuit court for divorce from Charlotte Turner alleging cruelty. The couple married in 1904 in Toronto and separated October 5, 1952. A D Bishop represents the plaintiff.
The Carroll County Selective Service Board receives a state order to furnish three men for induction and three for physical examination. The group is to depart on November 3.
Mrs George Schnepp was taken to St Elizabeth hospital in Lafayette on Tuesday evening for medical care.
Miss Barbara Ann Donbeck of Gary will headline the Hickory Grove Church music festival on Sunday evening October 25. A graduate of Cincinnati College of Music and former Sigma Alpha Iota member, she has appeared with college orchestra, the St Louis Municipal Opera, and WLW radio. James W Watts Jr of Sedalia Missouri will join as cornet soloist. The program also features choir numbers a quartet and other solos.
Mr. and Mrs. Harry Parrer of Camden believe their car troubles are caused by a curse after two close calls. Sunday the stalled car was rear ended at the Indiana 29 218 intersection by Russell Callane of Logansport. Monday the Farrers narrowly escaped a moving train when their vehicle stalled on railroad tracks in Logansport. Mrs. Farrer and her granddaughter fled seconds before the train struck the car. Mrs. Farrer suffered shock but no serious injuries.
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