Local tax revolt reveals how property data cut county costs
A countywide effort in the Middle West scanned tax books to reveal how property values and expenditures shaped tax bills. Citizens gathered at public meetings to review school district spending, bridge projects, and state aid, uncovering how assessed values and deductions trimmed levies.
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Ing
Confdeses
Gimerol
William Wingett
Cousty
Tees
Benes
Elen
Tenlatenet
Bridies
Perilous Arctic Travel and Gear of Mushers
A fragmented account describes muskox, arctic cold, and survival in Alaska. It notes gear such as heavy woollen coats, buckskin gloves, fur hoods, and face coverings. The text outlines how frost, wind, and subzero temperatures threaten journeys and the precautions crews take to protect horses and bodies in extreme cold.
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Renon
Alaska
Winkee
Feo
Hayier
Epes
Arctic
Socker
Boat Called On To Serve Two Masters
A chaotic account recalls a boat on the Connecticut River with Captain Stursiy and crewman Allen involved in a disputed incident. The vessel faced maneuvers around the port shore as Colling and others reacted, culminating in commotion and a crew member leaving the scene.
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Susan Allen
Stursiy
Connecticut
Fragmented Washlegien Notice on Dust Particles Report
A damaged note from Washlegien describes dust particle measurements in the air near a water bureau. Readable details mention a font and a potential error in the report, with unclear names and locations.
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Washlegien
Jeffersons Law Book Reappears After Half Century Discovery
A damaged notice reports the rediscovery of a historic law book titled Jeffersons Law Book found in Meshtila and linked to Thomas Jetter. The volume, missing for about 60 years, was reportedly moved from a state library and later taken to London by Jefferson, per local historical notes.
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RTC OG
Gelog
Bridget
Cubs
Tevez
Dleiticiéa
Ihgen
Jemes Peale
Jeferson
Cormecky
Thomas Jetter
Bud
Atete
Gongredleng
London
Terdiben
Quarles
Greece Offers to Lend US Statue of Hermes
A garbled report notes Greece offers to lend the United States one statue from its celebrated ancient collection. The fragment mentions Hermes and a FROZITeles masterwork, with references to Greek sculptors and a family scene, though text is incomplete.
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Greece
U. 5
Hermes
Getete
Beemer
Dong Bus
Town Vanishes in Four Short Years Leerar Tale
The town Leerar transforms from ruins to a bustling center in four years with theaters, churches, and schools springing up. Residents depart then return, while melodians and notable figures like Ella Meeks shape a revival era. A planned plant and hospital idea emerge as Wells and locals discuss future progress.
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Atresia
Saemeree
Malo Aires
Leetey
30000 Young Men to Train at U S Camps
The article announces that 30 000 young men will train at U S camps with government pay and medical care. It notes eligibility, enrollment timing, and the aim to prepare citizens for military service, detailing transport, housing, and enrollment processes. It mentions the Women Overseas League and efforts to support civil readiness.
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U. S
Sd Julent Pooere
Gama Nen
Womens Overseas
Clisens Courtery Teglning
Cannes
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