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Newspaper
Barstow Printer
Location
Barstow, California, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1923
Page
8
State Superintendent Wood outlines points from the 1907 civic series adopted in 1910, noting limits on women suffrage in four states, how U S senators are chosen, and conventions for nominations. He warns utilities may seek exemption from a 2 cent gas tax, risking tax losses if a test suit defeats the levy.
A Supreme Court decision sustains the railway commission’s method for fixing interurban fares by mileage, contrasting street car fares based on average ride per passenger. The suit by Pasadena South Pasadena Alhambra and Glendale challenged the interurban rate from Los Angeles.
Supreme court interpretation holds that budget amendments do not repeal continuing appropriations thus placing the school apportionment in a defined class and enabling the state controller to issue warrants near 11 million dollars for the first annual apportionment. San Francisco gun club denial follows claims of actions to block a public highway across game preserves west of Vallejo and pressure on the state highway commission, denied by T E Stanton assistant highway engineer.
The Supreme Court ruled that the railway commission may keep fees to cover its expenses and that the budget commission must provide funds if fees are insufficient. The decision frames fee retention as necessary funding for the commission's operations.
State totals show 21814 in hospitals schools and penal institutions with San Quentin at 4225 including 1006 on parole and Stockton hospital at 2862. Initiative petitions circulate to repeal the Wright act needing 77263 signatures for November 1924 ballot. State printer funds borrowed 65000 for operations and 13000 for a semi monthly payroll. Joseph H Stephens Sacramento banker elected secretary of the state reclamation board succeeding Peter Gadd.
Lorenzo's Improvement Club reports fifty new members added to its drive. October 1 marks the opening day of the 1923 duck shooting season, while Trinity county sees cattle losses from wild larkspur. Stanislaus bean yield valued near two million dollars this year. J. W. Hill of Los Angeles crowned 1923 Pacific coast golf champion. Plans approved for a 10 room addition to Petaluma General Hospital. El Dorado county ships the largest peach crop on record. Speed kings to race in the 150 mile fall classic at Fresno on September 29.
A brief quoted remark from Emmons highlights the value of focus in students. The line urges not to doubt a learner who possesses a single strong idea, implying conviction can drive progress despite broader uncertainties.
The attorney general ruled sheriffs lack legal authority to hire special investigators to probe Wright prohibition violations, limiting local enforcement options and clarifying official duties.
The United States government is exempt from the state's two cent gasoline tax, affecting tax collection and pricing policies for federal operations within the state. The exemption concerns fuel used by federal agencies and may influence fiscal calculations for transportation and defense programs.
An ad promotes RAT SNAP as a reliable rodent destroyer with sizes including 35e, 65e and 1.25, detailing uses for pantry, chicken houses, farms and storage buildings. It promises a money back guarantee and lists Whiteair Platt and Marvins Grocery in Barstow as sellers.
In a dispute over whether large state inspectors in the motor vehicle department fall under civil service, the attorney general ruled they are not exempt. The decision clarifies employment status for inspectors and affects state personnel governance.
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