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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1922
Page
14
A British firm’s dye with peculiar coloring powers could stain cotton without affecting blended fabrics. If mixed fabrics are dipped, both fibers take color, suggesting future dyes targeting specific fibers. The piece hints at industry impact and a shift in dyeing techniques.
A Hull strike by funeral bearers highlights a little known trade, revealing how bearers form independent bands with varied fees and attire. The piece notes typical earnings from 70 cents to 1.25 dollars per funeral and mentions efforts to reduce to one dollar.
Government expands federal aid rounds and strengthens state subway departments across 17 states. Previously weak or absent agencies now oversee road work, shifting control to trained engineers. Centralized authority ensures funds are spent, enabling long term development and financing plans.
The Bureau of Public Roads and the USDA compiled 1916 to 1921 costs for 68 million square yards of federally aided country road pavement. Prices per yd2 varied from 18 cents for Linseed to 4.10 dollars for brick, with wide regional differences noted especially for bituminous concrete and brick.
States and counties will cooperate as the government allocates more funds to sustain farm prices and improve infrastructure. A Washington measure authorizes 140 million for poor roads over five years, with 65 million available by June 30, 1923 and 76 million by June 30, 1924. Quebec reports 416 miles of new roads built in 1921 and over 4,000 miles of highway kept in good repair.
The defendant’s lawyer objects to a $50,000 suit citing supposed love letters tied with a pink ribbon. The plaintiff retorts there is no sentiment, insisting the ribbon merely distinguishes the man from others.
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