Hey John,
You don't have to go back as far as post WWI Germany to see that kind of rampant inflation. Zimbabwe has been experiencing the same thing.
You know, I've thought that we could revalue our currency as other countries have. One new dollar could equal 10 old ones. Gas? Only 25 cents a gallon again! Gallon of milk? That'll be 43 cents, sir! Brand new car? That'll set you back $2,500! Of course, that would also be reflected on our pay stubs, too!
Dave