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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1930
Page
3
The Graettinger Times argues that fire causes a half trillion in annual losses through higher insurance, ruined property, job losses, and reduced economic activity. It warns of national impact after major fires and cites the 1907 panic, urging an active safety consciousness by individuals and businesses.
The New York Times notes twenty years of warnings of oil depletion, citing eight to nine billion barrels, yet industry advances include deeper wells, artificial earthquake prospecting, and improved refining. Hydrogenation could boost gasoline yield dramatically, turning predicted shortages into overproduction.
A General Fears Corporation study reports one fourth of all American spending goes to food products. US annual income near 80 billion dollars, with 21 billion for dining and three billion for on premises consumption. Textiles, autos, building, and iron and steel values are listed to show relative scale, noting the food industry as the largest and oldest business. The trend favors mass production and distribution, akin to autos and electronics. A famous company supplies over 40 popular food products.
An article argues that strong auto construction saves lives by preventing fatalities in crashes. It cites four-wheel brakes and non shattering glass, praising all steel bodies as the safeguard. A test car withstood extreme crashes, rolling six times yet remaining drivable, proving steel construction advantages over old designs. It notes over 20,000 deaths from gun metal?
Merle Thorpe states that taxes take a large share of labor, with about 80 billion dollars yearly and a high government burden. He notes one public employee per 51 workers, predicts rising bureaucracy, and argues taxes on businesses flow to customers. He warns against expanding government functions.
One western state's mine shows an assessed value surpassing 92 million dollars, equaling 18 of the state’s largest counties and a significant share of total county valuations. Twenty five years ago it contributed little to state revenue. today it stands as a major economic asset.
The text highlights mining’s key role in Wo West’s economy by supporting thousands of jobs with good wages and fueling purchases across other businesses. It notes that state prosperity depends on mining tax policies and the Arbire mine framework.
An Accommodating event at a weekly market pleases all attendees. The bride entered with her uncle Wash-Hemin in attendance, a dealer in dry goods. Miss Melia Goodwin performed the solo, and Rev. Sam Osborne spoke the awards. The groom, an expert track driver, is noted for his claim of speed.
The Bureau of Standards announces a rapid breathing analysis method claimed to analyze human breath in six minutes. Report notes some briefs claim even quicker two second rough analyses by certain practitioners.
As golf courses expand with airyplane landing fields coming into existence, it appears the surplus Lind will be absorbed over time.
The article argues laws on product labeling and compelled reading, mentions Oxford University allowing one wane student to four men, and notes a political shift by a president. It mentions a dance event titled Say it with flowers and discusses razor shipments.
Mrs Brivsen of Waterton visiting her parents notes the John Beers plank at Waterloo recently closed. Over 2,500 men were laid off. This was a serious blow to the laboring people at Waterloo.
Miss Jidia Leonard, once severely injured, is reportedly recovering slowly in Italy. Relatives and friends say improvement is encouraging and she is expected to fully recover from the serious injuries over time.
A grateful father credits a persistent shield from shattering for preventing serious injuries as a Ford sank in Feenan Lake for twelve days. After recovery, a new battery and carburetor were fitted and the car was driven to Spokane under its own power. The piece highlights economical operation, comfort, speed, and improved fleet appeal amid growing fleet ownership.
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