Kennewick Courier in Kennewick, Washington

Credit system drives up cost of living and extravagance

The article argues that loose credit systems raise prices as the few pay for many, urging cash payment to curb costs. It notes grocery stores moving to cash sales to lower prices and critiques public blame-shifting for inflation. It also discusses Champ Clark's presidential prospects and a Boy Scout view on fly control. It ends with a note that a railroad (Chicago Milwaukee & Puget Sound) will compete with an express company on milk and cream rates in Cherry Valley.