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Newspaper
Chehalis Bee
Location
Chehalis, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 04, 1898
Page
8
A列 editorial cautions against a proposed amendment to section 2 article VII that would allow local option in taxation. It argues the change could create chaos by letting each municipality set tax classes by vote, risking value instability and unfair burdens on property owners.
A statement by Neal Chretham claiming an $857 986 05 debt reduction is challenged as misleading. Records show net debt after cash, delinquent taxes, and transfers leave the state with substantial liabilities and property value, disputing bankruptcy claims. The article cites Allen Weir and a committee of gentlemen as sources and discusses tide land fund disruptions for legislators’ pay.
The piece accuses fusionists of hiding their platform in a Seattle Times issue dated Nov 1 and later adds they seek a constitutional amendment to exempt personal property improvements and land from taxation. It notes the Times invites public inspection and labels the fusion platform as concealed.
The present populist officers earn lower salaries than former county officers. A Republican legislature passed the salary reduction, yet populists claim credit for reduced costs amid a past boom and busier county offices.
The piece notes Spanish opposition to peace talks and U S aims to control the Philippine Islands. It suggests lawmakers like Wheat Chart Jones and Lewis may influence congressional support for retaining the Philippines but would not back the president's practical moves to secure that end.
W L Jones and Frank Cushman pledge backing for the president and a suitable tariff, stressing its importance to the state. They promise to work in harmony with the administration on key financial matters facing the public over the next two years.
The county commissioners race in Lewis County centers on John Dodson and A. E. Sears. Both are heavy taxpayers with strong records. supporters say their election would ensure good county government and prudent management of public affairs.
The piece argues legislators in Oregon seek to repeal the state pure food law. It notes Spokane restaurant and hotel keepers were fined for selling bogus butter. The author asserts buyers have a right to what is labeled and that chemical analysis is often needed to detect adulterants.
A fragmented note mentions a person named Lewis giving many talks and staying in the area, with unclear details about purpose or events. The text is sparse and lacks concrete dates or places.
In a half hearted show of cross party backing ex Senator Dourhoe says Lewis remains loyal to Democratic ideals though opposing many populist ideas. He vows to reform the Democratic Party within three years and purge fringe populist and socialist influence.
The state board increased land assessments in Lewis county by 34 percent and raised the overall state real estate value by 7,664,583 dollars while reducing personal property values by 6,9380,372. The measure adds more than 10 million dollars in land tax statewide and prompts questions about populist opposition to single tax.
The Tre Quounce Seekers Advocate warns the current issue may be its last before the election. It says desperate efforts to smear Republican candidates are planned and that defeat of populist leaders could threaten the paper’s survival.
Theodore Hoss paid 137 dollars in taxes over five years with gaps in real estate and personal tax rolls. Delinquencies appear on Ford prairie farm taxes and on Hoss Bros. Berg & Co. assets. 1896 and 1897 show missing Hoss entries and exemptions questioned, suggesting possible avoidance of taxation for 1897. T J Long paid 22 dollars 10 cents on his homestead with 80 acres valued at 850 and improvements at 50, personal tax 759 on 292 valuation.
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