Taxation Fight Over Land Tax Amendments in Missouri
The passage argues against two proposed constitutional amendments to exempt personal property, including money and bonds, and all merchants and manufacturers from taxes, shifting the burden to land, franchise privileges, and inheritances. It cites 1910 figures showing land taxation far higher than personal property and challenges the Equitable Taxation League’s stance, urging farmers to organize to defeat the measure. It questions whether removing taxes from bonds and merchants truly benefits agriculture and society, and warns of higher costs to farmers and consumers.
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Editor Joe Burnett Visits, Celebrates Prolific Career
Joe Burnett of the Ralls County Record spent several hours in Monroe Friday and paid a courtesy call. Known in Monroe and Ralls Counties, Burnett founded the Monroy City Democrat in 1888, later sold to J. W. Johnston, and has spent 17 years as editor of the Record, with the Democrat wishing him continued happiness and prosperity.
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