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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 20, 1920
Page
6
A fragmented notice lists subscription terms for out of county and in county periods with amounts like 81 50 and 75e 40¢. It mentions advance payments and unpaid balances, ending with a note that payments will be processed.
The Corydon Republican condemns William Taylor County Treasurer for supposedly opposing a horizontal property tax increase. The record shows Taylor and two Republican colleagues supported the plan, while two Democrats protested, confirming Taylor did not oppose the expansion and helped push the assessment hike in Harrison County.
A Tribune style summary notes local clash over Harrison County property valuations and the horizontal increase. It also recounts editorials on the League of Nations reservations backed by Governor Cox and Senator Hitchcock, contrasting Democratic and Republican positions in a regional paper round-up.
The piece argues the Board of Review raised assessments above township figures, boosting taxes on livestock crops and farm buildings. It asks voters to reconsider re electing the official blamed for the higher valuations and the resulting tax burden.
The piece criticizes Taft for backing Harding despite Harding’s anti League stance. It notes Taft’s limited electoral support, Harding’s Indiana primary poor showing, and counties like Harrison repudiating him. It ends with a call for another special Indiana legislative session.
A speech close question is cited by Governor Ralston about the League of Nations Article Eleven and the U S ability to address concerns affecting peace with Ireland and Great Britain. The discussion references Taft Harding Roosevelt and Indiana voters in November backing the Republican ticket amid perceived imperfections and tax impositions.
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