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Newspaper
Durham Recorder
Location
Durham, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1907
Page
2
The Durham Recorder advertises that rates for advertising are available on application. The notice notes second class matter and postal details dated August 8 1903 with period rates listed for one year six months and three months, seeking readers to inquire for current rates.
J W Allen argues against a $300000 road bond in Durham County urging continuation of the 1899 road law. He notes 45 miles of macadam, 7 miles graded, 38k now, 50k next year, and estimates 10-12 miles built annually with road fund only. He warns bonds would cover at most 60 miles and drain funds for 30 years, leaving no money for ongoing road work. He cites other bond burdens, current local funds by township and warns against sinking funds and bond commissions.
A reader challenges J. W. Allen to prove from the records the county’s bond plan and road spending. The letter questions bond payment timing, tax levies, and Allen’s claim of road-building progress since 1897, asking for exact mileage, costs, and funding details without taxes or valuation increases.
A county debate furore centers on road management and bond financing with Squire Allen criticized for silence and slow macadamizing. The piece questions road law repeal, rock supply, crusher availability, and the wisdom of long term bonds versus 4 percent interest for 30 years.
Mr Belvin argues against a 300000 bond issue to fund roads in Durham County over thirty years at 4 percent interest. He questions the cost to taxpayers, compares miles of road per amount borrowed, and urges voters to see straight facts before deciding, noting the issue continues on page four.
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