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Athens Banner

Location

Athens, Georgia, United States of America

Date

May 31, 1914

Page

3

Tax equalization boosts Georgia property values say Hart

Special to the Banner from Atlanta May 30 Judge John G Hart state tax commissioner says the new tax equalization law will raise millions in taxable property across Georgia. He asserts it may allow the governor and comptroller general to cut the tax rate and notes widespread increases from counties like Wilkes and Heard with minimal arbitration. He praises local boards of equalizers and assessors for orderly work and predicts improved state finances and lower rates.

Atlanta John G. Hart Hart Board of Equalizers Wilkes County K. A. Wilhoit D. 8 Standard J. H. Griffin Heard County Messrs A. C. Ware J. D. Bledsoe Moore Boards of Equalizers Board of Tax Equalizers Board of Middle Georgia Union John C. Hart

Notice to Contractors for Prince Ave High School Additions

Sealed proposals will be received until noon June 24 1914 for additions to Prince Ave High School Athens. A $500 certified check payable to the Treasurer City of Athens accompanies each bid as good faith. Check returned when contract signed. City reserves right to reject all bids. Plans at City Engineer office.

Prince Ave. High School City of Athens

Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic Promotes Strength

Old Standard tonic Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic is advertised as a general strengthener that drives out malaria and builds up the system. It is promoted as a true tonic and sure appetizer for both adults and children.

Grove

Japanese Antipathy Sparks Dominion Measures and Debate

London reports that Japan worries over anti Asian sentiment in Australia New Zealand and Canada prompting missions to England and the Dominions. Concerns include immigration and a proposed navy buildup amid calls of expansion while education authorities reject sex hygiene in elementary schools though some guidance for older students may appear in later years.

Associated Press London Australia New Zealand Canada England Dominions America Dominion Japan South Seas New Pacific Malay States China London County Cuncil

Women police specialization sparks debate

A police spokesman argues against specialized female constables noting extensive use of women in vigilance roles and in female prisoner oversight. Mrs Dacre Fox supports selecting the best of both sexes, while James C. Mell promotes fire insurance services.

Dacre Fox Women's Social and Political Union

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