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Polk Progress

Location

Polk, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Oct 09, 1952

Page

6

County Commissioners Proceedings Continue In Brace County

County records show numerous payments to stores and individuals for supplies, fuel, salaries, taxes, and repairs. Entries list amounts for Stromsburg Grocery, Lincoln Tel and Tel Co, Treas. freight, and various contractors, with salaries including Isdith Hilman and Nancy Norton.

Nancy S. Norton Treas Louis FE Daum Lievery Et Co Carl J. Betida Milo Chapman U.t William V.harris Foster Milford Johansen Carleton Anderson, Co Lincoln Equipment Co Treags Socony-Vacuum Oil Co Nebraska Tractor & Equit Inc Ment. Co Harper Peterson Armco Drainage & Metal Cecil Bennett Salary Edwart’ Scineiaeet, Products, Inc Bernt Lnhewwen Armco Draiage Adam Sehmitt’ & Son Barber’s Service, Gas and G. D. Bryan— Oil Carleton Anderson Capital Stel Co Treaés Frei&lt Christian L Gaedeke Capital Steel Co Floyd Fréadlee Stromsburg Cas Carleton” Anderson, Co Co Swanson

It's a Swell Day for the Game in Nebraskan Taverns

Nebraskan fans celebrate football pride as tavernkeepers and locals praise a winning team on a sunny game day. The lively mood mirrors statewide enthusiasm for the sport and local social gatherings.

Amendments on Nebraska Ballot May Allow Pay Changes for Multimember Bodies

Legal notice lists proposed constitutional amendments for the November 4 1952 ballot. The first amendment permits altering compensation for members of courts boards or commissions when terms begin and end at different times. The second prohibits changing pay in the same multi member bodies by limiting full term alignment.

Proposed Nebraska constitutional amendment on public officer pay

The measure, to be voted in November 1952, would bar extra compensation after service and prohibit changing pay during a term except for multi member courts or commissions where pay may adjust at the start of a full term. it targets legislative control over officer salaries and constrains mid term increases or decreases.

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Nebraska proposal on motor vehicle tax distribution

Voter amendment text outlines authorizing a different method of taxing motor vehicles and distributing proceeds to state and local subdivisions. It proposes changes to Article VI and Article VIII to set how motor vehicle tax shares are allocated among state, counties, townships, cities, villages, and school districts and to state general taxation principles.

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Property taxes may be authorized by law

Fragmentary text notes that property taxes may be authorized by law and existing revenue laws shall continue in effect until changed by the Legislature.

Nebraska Legislature Salary Amendment Proposal

The document outlines a proposed constitutional amendment in Nebraska to set legislative salaries at 1250 dollars per year. It specifies two year terms starting in January, nonpartisan elections, reimbursement for actual travel expenses, and no additional perquisites beyond salary and expenses.

Proposed Amendments Create Nebraska State Department of Education

The measure proposes a State Department of Education with a State Board of Education and a Commissioner of Education. It outlines governance, election and terms, salary fixing, and applies relevant constitutional provisions to the department and its officials, adding four new sections to Article VII.

Nebraska constitutional amendments on education and state officers

The proposed measures adjust the structure of the State Board of Education with six district elected members serving six year terms and nonpartisan ballots. They create the Commissioner of Education as head of the Department, outline appointment power, and set conditions for executive officers and board compositions including normal schools and land funds. The Governor slate for executive positions is defined with two year terms and residency and record-keeping requirements. The Lieutenant Governor’s salary is proposed to be double that of a state legislator.

Cation State Board of Education Commissioner of Education State Department of Education Nebraska Superintendent of Public Instruction Board of Education Education

Nebraska amendment on constitutional convention members

Coposted notice outlines amendment to Article XVI section 2. It asks the Legislature to determine the number of members for a constitutional convention and to define election district boundaries and the method of electing convention members. Ballot numbered 309.

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Nebraska Constitution Amendment Proposal on Convention

The text outlines a proposed November 1952 amendment to Article XVI Section 2. It requires three fifths of the Legislature to call for a constitutional convention, with a statewide vote for or against. if approved, a convention of up to 100 members to be elected from districts, meeting within three months, and any amendments to be submitted to electors for final adoption.

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Nebraska amendment notice publication requirement debated

Proposal to amend Article XVI section 1 of the Nebraska Constitution outlines publishing notices of constitutional amendments in newspapers weekly for three consecutive weeks. Opponents question accessibility and timing while supporters cite transparency and public awareness.

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Nebraska Amendment Proposal Article XVI Section 1

General election 1952 to approve a Legislature proposed amendment allowing constitutional changes. Requires three fifths approval in Legislature, journal entry with yeas and nays, weekly newspaper publication in each county, separate ballot at next election, and 35 percent minimum favorable votes. Multiple amendments to be voted separately. James B Pittenger Secretary of State. Published four times in October.

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