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Newspaper
Duchesne Courier
Location
Duchesne, Utah, United States of America
Date
Sep 19, 1930
Page
4
A Duschesne Courier editorial argues for balanced school funding, praising economy and service while cautioning against tax burdens. It discusses teacher merit, turnover, and the value of young teachers, and questions constitutional amendments and centralized tax powers.
Supt Paxton presents his required annual report on the school in the Courier dated September 12. The summary notes broad agreement on most points while signaling there are two areas of reasonable doubt and a third where a difference exists.
A multi item statute proposal from the Utah Legislature seeks to amend sections on filling vacancies in the legislature and on taxation rules for tangible property and mines. It covers vacancy procedures, tax rates, exemptions, and distribution of State funds, with submission to electors at the next general election.
A proposed constitutional amendment creates a State Tax Commission of four members, appointed by the governor with senate consent, to administer tax laws, assess property, review bonds, and equalize valuations. County boards of equalization would operate under state oversight, with the measure taking effect January 1, 1431 if approved.
The Utah Legislature proposes a formal amendment to Section 3 of Article XIX locating public institutions. It names the state fair in Salt Lake City the deaf and blind institutions in Orden City Weber County the State Hospital in Provo and sets submission to voters at the next general election. The secretary of state certifies the text as of September 1 1930.
The article questions why Colorado faces quarrels between tax commissioners and assessors over amendments. It argues the law violates economic nature and notes propaganda for higher salaries and more funds. It asks readers to decide whether this means lower taxes.
Altonah notes report Foote family from Love Tree Wyoming and beaver management efforts. Water users receive notice from the State Engineer about Farm Creek Irrigation Co. seeking to change diversion points affecting hundreds of acres in Duchesne and surrounding sections with protests due within 30 days.
Duchesne County Board of Education invites sealed bids by September 2, 1930, for erection and completion of a high school at Mt Emmons Utah. Plans by Architect Joseph Monson Salt Lake City. Bonds required. 50 percent contract, 5 percent bid deposit. Plans available at Duchesne Board office and Monson’s Salt Lake City office with $15 deposit.
Notice announces the sale of Lot 12 in Block 32 Townsite Utah with bids due after August 18 1939. Details list executors and creditors with vouchers required by August 24 1930. Public session set by James Mott and George Entagra tax administrator.
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Duchesne Board of Education invites bids for erection of a high school at Mt Emmons Duchesne Utah. Bids due by noon August 1930 with bonds and checks per bid. Plans and specs available from the Duchesne Education Office and architect in Salt Lake City. set cost $15.00.
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