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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 10, 1928
Page
8
City of Aiken announces tax collection from October 1 1927 to March 1 1928 for the fiscal year starting January 1 1927. Taxpayers who filed returns with the County Auditor have been listed on the city duplicate. levy totals 26 mills with 20 for general expenses 14 for bond interest 2 for sinking fund. Henry Busch City Clerk and Treasurer.
All persons having claims against the Estate of Preston Whetstone, deceased, must file itemized verified claims with the undersigned. All persons indebted to the estate must pay accordingly. Administrator of the Estate of Preston Whetstone, Deceased. 127-31p.
The District Court for the Eastern District of South Carolina orders postponement of the Aiken term scheduled to begin February 13 1928 due to the inability of the judge to attend. The regular term at Aiken is rescheduled to be announced.
A narrator recalls a surprising meeting with Frank James aboard a caboose era train. The fugitive’s disguise as a minister and his prior thefts are contrasted with a cordial exchange that reveals old shared history and lingering admiration. The scene closes with the remark that this was the speaker’s final encounter with the James brothers.
The Office of the Treasurer in Aiken County South Carolina publishes 1927 tax details with levy rates for state county and school taxes. Taxes open October 15 1927 and close March 15 1928 with penalties added for late payment and reminders to pay early.
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