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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 1925
Page
6
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A 1920s style essay argues Florida used bold tax policy to lure capital and growing population, contrasting with South Carolina. It frames Florida’s income and inheritance tax repeal as an investment by property owners, and worries about how constitutions and taxes shape regional development and capital attraction.
South Carolina’s Reps McMillan and Hare arrive in Washington with Senator Blease for a busy looming session. McMillan seeks naval yard actions and constituent gains, while Hare, a possible next top agriculture chair, navigates Byrnes’ legacy. Senator Blease remains at Baltimore with Mrs. Blease ill. Bates and aides keep Capitol operations moving ahead of a packed winter agenda.
The piece argues the Fas Commission wields blanket power over taxation and property valuations, enabling arbitrary sales and fictitious prices. It contends merchants and owners may surrender holdings to mask inflated taxes, leaving equity in taxation unattainable in South.
The text critiques the 1895 Constitution as a political compromise that has been repeatedly compromised. It argues the state's basic law should adapt to modern economic conditions and current needs rather than old political standards.
In South Carolina this year corn crops struggle with very low yields as some sections report barely five to six gallons per acre, highlighting widespread hardship for growers.
Hearing set at the Court House in Aiken on September 21, 1925. If any objections exist, they must show cause why the appointment should not proceed.
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