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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1932
Page
3
The paper argues for government restraint to prevent a tax crisis, urging statesmanship over political costs and calling for pruning bureaucratic waste. It emphasizes conserving public funds, reducing extravagance, and aligning action with real government needs to avoid wasteful relief schemes.
A community agitation led by The American Legion urges employment for the unemployed. Leaders urge cooperation among business, farmers, and residents to buy local and boost state production, proposing town-level committees and urging purchase and hiring locally to restore economic vigor.
Swen City Herald reports 1931 drought and heat crippled crops in the region. Grasshoppers hatched in April and devastated small grains and corn, destroying fodder and yields. Some oats and barley survived as poor feed while horses and cattle weakened by thistle fodder and poison mash faced decline. The piece notes farmers lacking feed organized efforts.
Examination of school children reveals defective vision ranks fourth in prevalence behind defective teeth enlarged tonsils and adenoids. Though a smaller percentage, vision problems require serious attention as early detection and properly fitted glasses can frequently prevent permanent impairment.
Miss Vyva Cathraeh, Ruthven high school teacher, and Richard B Kerr of Fort Dodge wed July 28 1081 in Mortisan. Mrs Kerr resigned from teaching and the couple will reside at 2045 6th Avenue North Fort Dodge after March. Kerr is with Phillips Petroleum Co Fort Dodge.
A brief note urges prompt payment to the printer for a recent publication. It underscores the importance of settling accounts to ensure continued service and timely delivery. The message spotlights financial housekeeping as essential to producing the next issue.
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