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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Sep 13, 1923
Page
9
Government figures show tax arrears across Manitoba in 1922 totaling 11,639,013 with land values reverting to public ownership at 2,829,608.89. Debenture indebtedness is listed by locality with Winnipeg and St Boniface among the top values and rural districts contributing to the totals.
A North Carolinian writer details Florida life in June 1923, praising climate with low shade temperatures, year round work prospects, and growing property values. He notes brick and asphalt roads, calm traffic, varied produce, and healthful living. He warns about employment risk but sees opportunity for capital investment and tourism-based growth.
Full details of the plan under which special tax stamps will be issued after October 1 are announced. Postage stamps once used for this purpose will be abandoned and not authorized. Special stamps will be required on all cheques drafts bank statements and related negotiables.
The banks and all branches agreed with the government to keep a stock of the special stamps on hand. In locations without banks, residents must obtain stamps from the nearest customs office. The aim is to improve government oversight on revenue from the special tax.
The report notes Canadian Pacific Railway police expanding duties to include migratory protection. Attaches to forestry and rail stations receive radio units to stay in touch with the chief. The text mentions a three percent rate for Canada over three months and recruitment figures for agents. There is mention of a Toronto university building for curative fluid production though no clear product name or scope is provided.
The W M S of the Union Church requests fabric and material suitable for cutting for bazaar work. Please leave donations at Mrs. Bowie’s residence.
Tenders will be received by the finders signed up to Sept 170 for caretaker duties to commence about Oct. Tenders will also be received for cutting eleven cords of cordwood. Further particulars may be obtained for CHAS MILLER See Treas Southend SD MacGregor
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