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Iowa Capitol Fight Over Tax Levy and Charities
In a stormy debate, lawmakers dissect proposed appropriations totaling over a million dollars for insane hospitals, prisons, schools, and the Capitol. Speakers warn a two and a half mill tax may not cover deficits while railroads could not bridge the gap. A Republican critic argues for fiscal restraint, urging a balance between needed charity construction and avoiding new taxes, while praising wartime malleability of Iowa finances and urging accountability to voters.
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Mr. Speaker
Paneer Public Square
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Look Out Mountain
Atlanta
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Richmond
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Des Moines
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Maryland
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Tam
Daniel Webster
Henry Clay
Patrick Henry
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