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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1931
Page
5
The writer argues against the gold standard, criticizing its impact on farmers and the economy. He contends that a single metal standard inflates the value of the dollar, hurts land and commodity prices, cripples credit, and increases debt. He urges silver as a remedy and hints at broader reforms to restore prosperity and pay debts.
Eddie Martin a cheerful messenger in New York recounts a wild run of luck and danger after gambling away and winning large sums. He bonds with Ace Carter while dodging crooks, faces murder, and ends with reconciliation with Joan and plans for a honeymoon.
Local business leaders and merchants including Alfred Hansen, Raepe, Ralph Masters, Robert Simonsen, John McBride, and Ry SS. George Jensen Garage, Ericson Hardware, Wolfe's Cafe, Henderson Furniture Co, Osher Dept, Steve Thompson's Grocery, and Baumgartner's Farmer's Supply Co. coordinate to establish reduced 10 cent and 20 cent price points. The Gravington area sees participation from Graettinger Times, First National Bank, and Dr. Dappen A. G. Barber in support of the price initiative.
A collage of wry maxims and wordplay on fame fear and family contrasts with a humorous verse about fish and gossip at sea. The item packs aphorisms about optimism aging money and memory, plus a cartoonish tale of a herring defending a relative’s honor after a questionable delivery.
L. G. Hill M.D. advertises medical and surgical care for the eye ear nose and throat with glasses fitted. office over Twetten's Furniture Store in Dysterville Iowa telephone 64.
W H Daudenlick reflects on Bryan as a Democrat and criticizes the gold standard, arguing money should remain a measure not a value. He questions currency policy since 1914, notes war funding by Congress, and warns against silver coinage shifts while highlighting farmers' financial strain and voters’ need to assess currency reforms.
Graettinger High School suffered its first defeat of the season losing to Lake Park 12 to 0 on Lake Park’s field. Lake Park scored in the second quarter on a pass and a 30 yard penalty to the 2 yard line, then added a late fourth quarter TD after a blocked punt. Extra points failed on both attempts. The card notes local high school happenings, upcoming games, and student activities at Graettinger High including the Madrigal club, class assignments, jacket orders for the girls basketball team, and a Hamilton talk to seniors.
Graettinger football results show 0 0 against Emmetsburg and Royal and Terril, 19 0 against Milford, 0 12 against Lake Park. Open dates listed include Pocahontas on Oct 28 and St Marys at home on Nov 11 or 13. Remaining details unclear due to garbled text.
L T Lewison titled licensed embalm er based at Henderson Furniture Co in Graettinger Iowa. The brief notice identifies Lewison in connection with the firm and location, reflecting a local business obituary or professional notice from Graettinger Iowa.
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