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Newspaper
Delphi Citizen
Location
Delphi, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 15, 1960
Page
2
A Delphian recalls hometown changes and laments provincialism and isolation. He urges residents to seek broader causes beyond Lafayette ties, criticizing complacency and urging all citizens to unite for the community’s overall good.
A personal Letter from Mindwell describes a Door County journey starting Sept 7 to Sept 10. The party stays at Kangaroo Lake Lodge with the McArdle family, visits the Pull-In motel near Rensselaer, and dines at Hillsdale Oasis. Weather ranges from 92 to 59 degrees as Indiana, Illinois, and Wisconsin locales are referenced alongside familiar names and local landmarks.
A personal letter from Mindwell and Henry B acknowledges gratitude for prayers and care during their stay at Baileys Harbor. The note recalls welcoming moments at Josef's Café and neighborly support from friends, family and doctors, with Catherine McArdle asked for more if needed. Indiana State Police spot check: two drivers cited for overloaded trucks, Vern Eldridge fined and Ed Stiger also penalized.
Mrs Ben Been entertains the Carroll County Women’s Republican Club at her Burrows home on Wednesday September 28 at 2 pm. First voters are invited and a prize will go to the precinct committee woman who brings the most women from her precinct.
A Delphi Presbyterian Church hosts a smorgasbord event on Thursday with proceeds benefiting church programs. Community members are invited to join for a meal featuring traditional dishes and fellowship.
A spirited note from a reader asserts that retirement rumors are just stories while insisting on respecting differing views. The writer contrasts iced tea and beer as personal preferences and urges civility in discussions.
The Board of U S Civil Service Examiners announces an exam for Fireman La Borer at the Delphi Indiana Post Office. Salaries start at 3955 a year. Veterans eligible only. non veterans cannot apply. Applications due by September 30 1960. Residents in the delivery area given preference. No specific experience required. Applications filed with the Executive Secretary 528 Federal Building Indianapolis Indiana.
Mr and Mrs Edgar F Stuntz will host eight year old Joseph Stuntz adopted son of their son and wife Dr and Mrs Edgar C Stuntz of West Lafayette as their guest this weekend.
Indiana finance companies financed $486,046,878 in 1959 for autos appliances boats and more under installment plans. Automobiles and large appliances accounted for a major share while new motor vehicles led the dollars. Banks added $93,921,654 in related financing.
Mrs Cleo Fountain of near Battle Ground begins work at the Lt. Ayres store in Market Square Lafayette as a new employee.
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