County Manager idea sparks debate across states
The article surveys U S counties experimenting with a County Manager form, noting Montana and New York efforts and Maryland attempts that faltered. It discusses democratic concerns, three member boards, and the growing push for professional county management as a reform.
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North Carolina
United States
Montana
Bow County
Westchester County
New York
Maryland
Baltimore
Alameda County
Los Angeles
California
Burt
Ate
CII Nanas Re
County Boards of Supervisors
Life insurance study flags rise in U S accident deaths
A major life company report shows a higher U S accident death rate than 1922 with an estimated 70 000 deaths in the past year. The study links growth in accidents to wider risks across the nation and notes a significant increase.
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America
If you can't make up your mind perhaps you have none
A reflective aphorism on judgment and forgiveness contrasts a sinner’s self acceptance with others willingness to forgive. It suggests the readiness to forgive hinges on the sinner's own stance and decision.
Administrator's Notice Estate of Wilfred Shaw
Wilfred Shaw Jr administrator summons Clark County Illinois probate. April term Marshall county court to adjust all claims. debts to administrator immediately payable. dated February 14 1924. attorney S M Scholfield listed.
Executor Notice Estate of Levi Oxendine
Executor Wm T Hollenbeck announces his appointment in the estate of Levi Oxendine of Illinois. He will appear before Clara County Court at Marshall’s courthouse on the April term the first Monday in April. Creditors must present claims and debtors must pay promptly. Dated February 18, 1924.
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Levi Oxendine
Mlinois
County Court of
Clara
Marshall
Wm T Hollenbeck
Administrator's Notice of Filing Final Settlement
The estate of Thomas M Thornsburg, deceased in Clark County Illinois notifies heirs that on March 3 1924 the administrator will present his final report to the County Court in Marshall Illinois and ask to be discharged from further duties. Charles Thornsburg Administrator. H R Snavely Attorney.
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Ilinois
Clark County
Thomas M Thornsburg
Marshall
Illinois
Charles Thornsburg
Executor's Notice for Estate of Andrew Cork Jr.
The Executor of the Estate of Andrew Cork Jr. of Clark County Illinois petitions the Clark County Court in Marshall for the May Term on the first Monday in May to adjust claims. Creditors must appear or file claims, and debtors are asked to make immediate payment. Dated February 23, Executor William Cork and Attorney Everett Connelly.
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Wilfred Shaw
Clark
Illinois
Clark County
Marshall
Wilfred Shaw, Jr
S M Scholfield
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Andrew Cork, Jr
Estate of Samuel McClure Executrix Notice
Estate of Samuel McClure deceased. Executrix Sarah McClure announces intention to appear at the April Term on the first Monday in April to settle and provide payment to the estate. Everett Connally is attorney. Ad 6-4.
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Triasvist
Cole
Devne
Samuel McClure
Deceas
Sarah McClure
Everett Connally
Engraving Bureau Names Acting Director Kirby
President Coolidge appoints Major Wallace W. Kirby of the Army Engineering Corps as Acting Director of the Bureau of Engraving and Printing succeeding Louis A. Hill. The move follows past graft charges and Harding era dismissals, with Mellon pledging no overissue of securities and restored integrity of the public debt.
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Coolidge
Wallace W. Kirby
Army Engineering Corps
Bureau of Engraving and Printing
Louis A. Hill
Harding
Charles W . Brewer
Department of Justice
Bureau of Engraving
Girby
Mellon
James L. Wilmeta
Debtor Nations of U S Debt Commission Statement
The United States Debt Commission issued a statement noting that all foreign debts incurred for the war are receiving constant attention from the commission.
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United States Debt Commission
Commission
Farmers Diagnose Troubles From Low Prices and Taxes
A USDA survey shows 42 percent of farmers blame low prices for finances, 17 percent taxes, 11 percent labor costs, 10 percent freight rates, 10 percent interest, 6 percent overspending in the boom, and 3 percent too much credit.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Retail food prices drop in January report says
A January wholesale price report shows the general level unchanged from December, while another separate report on retail prices highlights a downward trend in food costs. The combined findings suggest stabilizing wholesale costs and easing retail food prices amid ongoing market shifts.
Prices Inch Down in Early January Bureau Report
The Bureau of Labor Statistics shows an average one percent drop in food prices for the month ending January 15. Wholesale farm commodities and clothing are slightly lower, while fuel and fighting materials rise over four percent, with smaller gains in building materials and miscellaneous goods.
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Bureau of Labor Statistics
Reindeer Reintroduction in Alaska Grows Herd
The first reindeer arrived from Siberia in 1892 with 1 280 brought to Alaska. The herd has multiplied to an estimated 308 000 reindeer in the territory today.
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Alaska
Siberia
The Man Who Can Do Most Anything
A concise sketch notes a man famed for versatility who tends to do whatever needs doing. He embodies capability, taking on varied tasks with practical skill and reliability, a figure highlighted for his breadth of ability.
The Most Economical Husband Joke
A witty remark describes a husband who, when his wife requests a new coat, sends her to the public bath and pool to obtain a coat of tan. The quip plays on thrift and domestic humor with a light tone.
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Cambridge
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Michigan
Vale
Louisiana
Kansas
Bureau of Standards, Wastogron
Vashala
Department of Agriculture
General Carty View
American Telephone and Trigraph Company
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Katherine Lee Bates
Senate
Colombia
Roosevelt
Panama
Albert B. Fall
Fall
Hell
Ed Howe
Chicago
Milwaukee & St. Paul
Great Falls
Rock Mountains
H. R. Snavely
Wm. M. Cork
Everett Connelly
Rea
the Engraving Bureau
U. S
Willard
Marshall Battery Co
Preston F. Grandon
Herbert Kaufman
Marsall Herald
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