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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1918
Page
5
Baton Rouge writes to parish police juries outlining tax limits under 1918 amendments. Limit five mills total, with 1.5 mills for schools. additional 1.5 mills for schools mandated by Act 218 unless the board consents to less. Schools, bonds, and budget rules described. councils urged to read, discuss, and consult legal advisers.
A November adoption would secure a pro rata share of the 11-2 mill State wide school tax, nearly doubling prior receipts. The police jury must transfer 1 1-2 mills from the 5 mill levy to the school board, and may levy another 1 1-2 mills unless certified unnecessary, to reach a three mill parish-wide school tax. The aim is to abolish most special district taxes for maintenance, with limits on future levies and bond-related mills, and to seek legal counsel guidance.
A vintage tonic claim promotes Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic as purifying and enriching the blood. It promises strengthening and invigorating effects with a price noted as one shilling and sixpence.
Robert terrick argues during reconstruction that recovery hinges on individual reform and renewed moral effort. He contrasts optimists who believe in regeneration with pessimists who doubt cures and warns that postwar success depends on personal choices shaping global destiny.
Advertises loans at six percent on improved farm and city business property and eight percent on city residence property. States commissions reasonable. Signed Rk. B. Blanks, Box 660, Monroe, Louisiana.
Stockholders are urged to provide name and share count within ten days. R Downes at Citizens National Bank will receive notices and update records as the company liquidates and settles its affairs.
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