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Newspaper
Delphi Citizen
Location
Delphi, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1932
Page
1
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Mr and Mrs I J H Orr of Walton and Charles Duncan of nearby Walton were in a Sunday afternoon collision two miles west of Walton near Bruner Crossing. Mrs Orr broke a collarbone, Mr Orr and Mrs Duncan suffered minor injuries, Duncan and his wife the others were bruised. Both cars were badly damaged and the Orrs were taken home in Walton while the Duncans went to a relative’s home.
President Hoover criticizes the Maine vote outcome as proof the public lacks understanding. He argues the electorate does not grasp real issues like bread, jobs and housing, while Maine voters show awareness of the economy and reject what he calls a campaign mobilization.
The State federation of labor at its Fort Wayne convention on September 16 endorsed Frederick Van Nuys for United States Senate. Delegates highlighted labor rights, including collective bargaining and freedom of assembly, and urged scrutiny of Van Nuys and his record while pledging support for his candidacy.
A Third District Farm Bureau meeting will be held in the County Agent's office at Delphi on Thursday evening September 22. Farm Bureau presidents and county social and educational leaders of the district are invited to attend.
Corn husking events set for November across Indiana Illinois and a national contest in Henry county Illinois on November 10. Indiana site to be announced later this week with details forthcoming.
The Sunday school basketball league will meet Thursday evening at 7 15 to organize for the coming season at the Model clothing store. Four teams are expected to be represented and officers managers and others interested are invited.
James M Nelson a Carroll County resident celebrates his 90th birthday with a family dinner at his country home north of Delphi. Daughters plan an open house Sunday afternoon from two to five and an evening program from seven to nine with neighbors invited. Nelson born in Madison County and longtime Benton County pioneer. moved to Carroll County in 1900. Children Frances Ida Birdie Walter James Jr Arthur E and four grandchildren Roy Lela Clawson Harvey Nelson noted.
The W. H. Spencer Store in Delphi marks twenty fifth year of service with Paul Bayless offering a large variety of unusual bargains. Early hours draw crowds as doors open and shoppers line up. The founder and his sons built a flourishing business across Delphi Frankfort and Monticello. Anniversary Sale runs all week.
The Adinah Rebecca Lodge marks the eighty first anniversary Friday night with Victoria Lodge as guests. The program starts at eight p m.
Delphi merchants anticipate a revived economy as new state roads from the east and west improve access to the county seat. Local ads in The Citizen urge Carroll County residents to shop at home, support diverse stocks, and take part in Booster Day bargains to strengthen the Delphi shopping district.
The Methodist youth group presents the three act comedy Bachelor Boarders next Wednesday and Thursday in the High School gym. Proceeds fund the young people educational program. The East season sensation from Lorna Wasburn Smith features a cast of twelve. Roswell Bryant of Lawrence & Washburn directs and predicts one of his finest productions.
In a bid to fit the $1.50 tax law, the county council trimmed the budget at an all day session. The office of county agricultural agent and the agent’s assistant were abolished in county areas, while White county also eliminated the county agent’s office. Health work survives with a $200 cut. attendance and probation officer roles face salary reductions. deputy clerk’s pay is halved. back salaries were allowed for Ruth Ayres and Arthur Fox. The county tax rate is set at 23 cents, with total appropriations of $95,546 approved on Wednesday after public comment.
Joan Bradshaw daughter of Mr and Mrs Howard Bradshaw won first prize in the Better Babies contest at the State Fair rural babies class for ages 24 to 36 months.
Frank Lamb and sons, well known cement men of Delphi, have moved their plant from Battle Ground to Delphi. They are now located on the Bradshaw lot on North Washington Street.
The Carroll county Sunday school convention will be held at the Camden Baptist church on Tuesday and Wednesday nights October 4 and 5.
Paul V. McNutt Democratic nominee for Indiana governor will address crowds at Delphi Armory next Monday at 8 PM. The Indiana University law school dean is praised as a unifying, capable leader with strong military and civic service credentials.
Brook Indiana residents and Hazelden Country Club members plan a large outdoor celebration at Hazelden two miles east of Brook to mark the opening of state road No 16. The Purdue band of one hundred pieces will lead a free concert and basket picnic at George Ade’s grove. Weather will determine if the event proceeds.
Burglars entered the Camden elevator during the night and stole a small amount of money and a typewriter. The report was filed by manager William Carr to Sheriff Jess Clawson, who conducted the investigation.
Help the relief societies seek donations of potatoes turnips onions winter apples or clothing. Notify Mrs William Brackenridge or Mrs William Afflis or call 99. Yantis Wells mayor.
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