Illinois Tax Amendment Debate on Intangible Values Returns
A historic analysis argues that taxing intangible values uniformly with tangible property is impractical. It cites Illinois estimates of three to five billion dollars in untaxed intangibles and outlines mortgage and credit figures plus proposed support from business groups for a November vote.
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General Assembly
Supreme Court
Srilion
Tilnois
Chicago
Illinoia
State Board of Equalization
Tax Amendment Appeals to Women in Illinois Vote
The editorial laments courts denying women the vote on the Illinois tax amendment while urging women to remind privileged relatives to vote. It argues the measure will tax intangible property, like mortgages and stocks, bring in revenue, and equalize taxes though some exemptions may arise. The piece stresses that unrecorded ballots count as no vote and calls for voter education.
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Saya
Chicago Herald
Dilinotg
Amendment proposal aims to reform a bad situation
Quote from Harry Pratt Judson, president of the University of Chicago, endorsing a suggested amendment as a step toward reform. He regrets it did not go farther but believes it was all that could be done at the time.
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Harry Pratt Judson
The
University of Chicago
Northwestern University President backs personal property tax amendment
A. W Harris of Northwestern University Chicago argues the proposed amendment on personal property tax is immoral and unjust. He says the present system is ineffective and extortionate with excessive demands and uneven distribution hitting those with income from personal property.
Citizens Vote Nov 7 to Reform Illinois Tax System
An editorial argues voters will decide in November on amending the Illinois constitution to change how property is taxed. It notes growth in property values since 1840 and calls for modern, fair tax laws to replace an outdated, hard to enforce system.
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Illinois
General Assembly
Minoig
Vote for the Amendment to share intangible values
Citizens demand improved and new services with better old services. The message urges voting for the amendment to require heavier action and shared sacrifice for valued public goods.
Greater Legislative Freedom Proposal Praised in State Opinion
A discussion advocates broader legislative freedom to tax, comparing other states with constitutional amendments. The document argues this flexibility aids classification of taxation by economic characteristics and enables lawmakers to address defects while serving public affairs and citizen needs.
Brimfield Fraternal Lodges Meet Monthly in Woodmen Hall
Brimfield fraternal and auxiliary groups hold regular meetings in Woodmen hall and M W A hall. Brimfield Lodges No 94 welcome visiting members. Royal Neighbors Arnholt Camp No 208 meets with alternating Wednesdays. GOU Fort Post Q A R monthly on first Friday. District Court of Honor No 487 meets third Tuesday evening. Officials: W Vheery president, Weees clerk, Maung Fenway Oracle, Carnerm ARBRE secretary, Henrxforr commander, Johnson chancellor, Arber recorder.
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Fraternal Reserve Life Association Brimfield Lodges
Woodmen Hall
W . Vheery
W R. Weees
Royal Neighbors
Arnholt Camp No 208
M. W A Hall
Mee Maung Fenway
Oracle
Mre
Carnerm Arbre
Sec
Hrimtelu District Court of Honor
M. W.A
R Johnson
Fred Arber
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Uilmnais Manufacturers’ Association
Chicago Real Estate Board
Cook County Real Estate Board
Uwinois Commercial Federation
Springfield Chamber of Commerce
Peoria Chamber of Commerce
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Ywanda Bankers’ Association
Commercial Club of Chicago
Industrial Club of Chicago
Citizena’ Association
Hamilton Club
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Timots Live Stock Breeders’ Association
Farmers’ Grain Dealers* Association of Illinois
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Will County
Civic Club of Kewanee
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Real Estate Association of Illinois
Chicago Hetail Druggists’ation
Wwncis Pharmaceutical Association
A. W Harris
Northwestern University
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Estiberontt & Vinee
Allen Ripley Foote
National Tax Association
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Brimfield Directory
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Zylka Lodge
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