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Wealth Tax Debate in Umatilla County Ties Land Values to Public Costs
Co P Strain argues that over 12 years land values and population rose while income lagged, driving higher taxes per capita. He notes per capita taxes in 1912 and 1913, compares county figures to state averages, and warns that rising levies reflect wealth equalization aims. The piece contends government paternalism may erode large land holdings and push policy toward single tax.
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C. P. Strain
Umatilla County
Pacific Ciant
Gilliam, Lake
Morrow
Sherman
Wallowa
Otumbla
Hood River
Klamath
Bamecin
Marion
Washington