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Newspaper
Delphi Citizen
Location
Delphi, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1930
Page
2
The Delphi edition extols the Democratic ticket as well rounded and led by business and professional men. It lauds candidates for secretary of state treasurer auditor and judges praising practical leadership and humanity in decision making. The piece counters Republican criticisms of conventions and tariff politics urging reelection of the incumbents.
The Hon. Fred S. Purnell promotes the Federal Farm Board program to organize farmers into local, regional, and national cooperatives to meet demand, stabilise prices, and balance farmers' returns with consumer fairness. He appeals for farmer support and public understanding of the act. Charles W. Hargraves and Irvin M. Flora profiled as local candidates, noting Hargraves's farm and business background and Flora's trusted tenure and electoral experience.
Washington township farmer 58 year old Mr Newer vows to push acts benefiting farmers and the broad voter base in the next General Assembly. He urges citizens to engage in choosing a state legislator and notes his West Sonora Stock Farm near Deer Creek as his base.
The county auditor Jason L Whiteman receives praise for tax rate reductions and meticulous records. He is hailed as nonpartisan, delivering fair treatment and maintaining exact books despite funding pressures, with State accountants noting his thoroughness and honesty.
Charles M Harvey appears ready for sheriff and well known in Carroll county. He is a respected farmer and road contractor whose public work has credited taxpayers. Officials reflect no complaints and a Harvey tenure is praised for duty and reliability.
Orvel C. Schock runs to succeed himself as county assessor, a post he has filled for four years. He champions farmers facing tax burdens, serves on the state equalization board, and is a respected township official and farmer from Adams township near Delphia.
Jake F Harness of Burlington Township seeks the district three commissioner seat. His election would mark representation of one of Carroll counties oldest families in the courthouse.
The candidate appeals to taxpayers by promising to keep costs in check in public contracts. A World War veteran, Harness is a farmer with a wife and one son. Burlington township has not had a representative on the board for years, and his campaign pledge suggests a strong chance of election.
Flora candidate Dr Thomas A. Kearns is described as highly respected in private practice and public life. The text emphasizes his diligence and belief that the coroner's office, though overlooked, carries great responsibility if elected.
Surveyor Samuel Dyer enters county office race as a candidate with education in his favor. Born in Democrat township, he trained at Cutler, Flora, and Indiana University, taught school, and has extensive engineering experience. He farms in Burlington township with his wife Mrs. Dyer and their eight children, nine reasons listed for election.
An editorial urges high standards for county councilmen who control all county funds. It lists the at large candidates John H. Shultheis Newman Viney Orion Wagoner and district candidates John W. Kerlin Pearl Johnson William QO Hughes Morgan S. Dasher.
Frank Mayr Jr selected by Indiana Democrats as candidate for secretary of state. He has five years on the South Bend Board of Education and currently serves as president. He is a civic and business leader in his city.
County auditor J. L. Whiteman asks voters for a second term. He thanks residents for the privilege and credits his deputies for help while pledging to continue serving the county and maintaining his record in office.
In Carroll circuit court September term 1930 Mary J Myer administratrix has filed final settlement with vouchers for the estate of Dora B Myer deceased The account and vouchers will be examined on November 21 1930 Heirs creditors or legatees must appear and show cause if any to the final settlement.
A complete estate auction on Thursday November 6 1930 starting at 10 00 AM on the old Nelson Clawson farm along state road 39 between Delphi and Pittsburg. Livestock includes four horses two cows thirty eight hogs plus hens and farming tools and household goods. Lunch will be served and terms announced at sale.
The document lists local government posts by township, naming offices such as one township assessor, trustees, advisory board members, justices of the peace, and constables. Townships include Democrat, Jank, Jefferson, Madison, Monroe, Rock Creek, Tippecanoe, and others with varied combinations of trustees, assessors, and peace officers.
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