17 Jan 1930
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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1930
Page
1
A review argues the Richards administration inherited a large state deficit and, through tight controls and deferring nonessential spending, reduced the deficit despite inherited obligations. It cites specifics from the Comptroller General on December 1926 and 1927, noting inherited liabilities for universities hospitals and public works.
A historical report notes Henry Ford's rubber venture showing 4000 workers at summer, with company housing, a general store, lights and running water. Despite local press opposition to foreign concessions, Ford aims to plant 988 acres with option for 2.5 million more and had prepared 11730 more acres, marking South Carolina as early in planting Barbadoes sea island long staple.
A reflective editorial urging readers to measure life by achievements over the past year. It encourages learning from mistakes, valuing past lessons, and using the future to shape character and true manhood and womanhood for those with years ahead.
Fragmentary reflection on life’s value and meaning. The text hints at wisdom, empowerment, and ordering of life, noting doubts about worth and fresh insight in living.
Pursuant to an order of the General Assembly and city ordinance the Tax Duplicate of Aiken will be at my office to collect City Taxes from November 1929 to March 1930 for the fiscal year beginning January 1 1929. All residents within the city limits who filed tax returns with the County Auditor are listed on the city tax duplicate and billed for the fiscal year. Levy includes General Expense 20 mills Bond Interest 12 mills Sinking Fund 5 mills.
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