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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1923
Page
9
Town debates a two cent per gallon gasoline tax to fund road improvements as voters weigh farmer burdens against benefits. Governor Ken Doll vetoes the measure amid clashes with Des Moines officials over bond sales and a broader political rift. A wit about fashion ends with wives happy skirts stay long, while husbands keep trousers.
A collage of loose opinions touches on socialism, taxation, poultry warnings, tariffs, and international affairs. It notes Des Moines Register commentary, satire about a sheik, sugar magnates, and a fatal farm accident near Lake View. Multiple named places and people appear amid wry observations.
A motorist named Mr Heidecker drove onto a railway crossing as a train stood on the tracks. The front of the car was wrecked in the collision. He sustained minor injuries to his hands from broken glass, while the driver remained otherwise unhurt. Fierce impact left the vehicle severely damaged.
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