Mississippi forestry bill faces broad opposition
Widespread opposition grows to a proposed Mississippi forestry bill that would create a State Board of Forestry with broad powers and a permanent commission. Critics say it risks new taxes severance charges, court immunity, and heavy burdens on farmers, mills, railroads, and businesses, while centralizing control and risking higher prices.
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National tribute to Wilson fund raises 1 million
A nationwide campaign begins the week of January 16 to raise over 1 million dollars to endow the Woodrow Wilson Foundation. Funds will create the Woodrow Wilson Awards for meritorious service to democracy peace and liberal thought. The National Committee is led by Franklin D. Roosevelt with regional representatives. Cleveland H. Dodge chairs the Executive Committee and Hamilton Holt serves as Executive Director. A permanent Board of Trustees will include fifteen nationally known figures.
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Tax values nearly double in six years across Mississippi counties
Stark increases in six year tax valuations reported by the governor show Bolivar Co rising from under 7 million to over 24 million and Hinds Co leaping from about 15 million to 27 million. Other counties like Forrest Pearl River and Quitman also show sizable gains in property assessments. Public service corporations excluded from totals.
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