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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Nov 21, 1908
Page
6
A Board of Rates report to the Mayor outlines a 50 percent increase in the taxable basis through rereassessment. Proponents say previous valuations were far below actual values and that equitable taxation requires tighter alignment with real property ownership. Critics warn against a universal grab on property yields and question rates.
Brent Comment joins the Cabinet serving in a role under Premier Tim Woodruff. The move aligns with Woodruff’s reshuffle, signaling a focus on governance and policy implementation. Comment is expected to oversee key portfolios and coordinate with agencies to advance the administration’s agenda.
A collection of comical quips from papers like the Washington Star Nashville American and Atlanta Constitution. It features sly exchanges on love letters ego and youth with brief remarks about pride plows wealth and social equity. It captures old time newspaper humor and pithy banter.
A collage of headlines from multiple papers reviews courtesy and public government, noting varied commentary on leadership and social figures. The clippings reference German empire influence and a humorous line about a Chinese ruler, with fragmented remarks on bicycle usage in Germany.
A colored man James was arrested by Officer Herwig on keeping an assignation house on Carroll Street. Justice Rutter held the case open for further investigation and additional evidence. Other cases involve fines, bail, and parole violations with various defendants and judges handling habeas corpus petitions.
For the second time this season Playing the Ponies was presented at the City Opera House last night. Yorke and Adams, a clever fan-making pair, delighted a large audience with music and comedy. Cast changes are noted as not for the better, but the production remains enjoyable.
Col E Austin Baughman and Dr C H Conley, chairman of the Democratic county central committee, will leave Monday for Moonfield West Virginia on a ten day shooting trip. The region is rich with bear deer turkey pheasants and quail. They expect to return with a large batch of game.
Inquiries about relieving pain from scalds and heat injuries. The text discusses simple remedies and cautions about treatment, aiming to guide readers on how to comfort affected parts. It reflects a historical newspaper ad style with instructional tone.
Frederick Maryland auditors report adds valued real and personal property totaling 5.26 million with personal property up about 405000 and real estate up 1.21 million. The city tax base would exceed six million when banks, rail stock and other items counted. Officials praised assessors for accurate front footage maps and full accounting.
The Frederick City Board of Assessors presents a detailed, uniform valuation of land and improvements across 92 city squares. It notes reliance on data sources beyond casual inspection, addresses discrepancies between owner asked values and opinions, and explains deductions for charitable properties under Maryland law. It tallies real and tangible personal property at 5,252,236.02, up from 3,551,145.00, with a net increase of 1,702,071.92. It praises comprehensive inventories, warns against rent increases tied to higher taxes, and defends methodologies, citing court decisions and state law. The board closes by affirming their duty and inviting public scrutiny.
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