County Board Moves to Cut Farm Tax Burden
The county board of review reports added assessments of 362850 while half a million dollars of personal property value was trimmed, aiming for a 10 percent general reduction on farm lands. Bank and utility valuations were raised, church property added to the tax rolls, and 71 claims reviewed with 45 grants, 13 increases, and 13 denials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Review
Board of Supervisors
Anton Ackerson
Ackerson
Thomas Drayton
J. F. Monier
Princeton
Pat Jones
Wyanet
Neponset
Supreme Court
Aeckerson
County Board
Yom Kippur Observed Worldwide As Holiest Jewish Day
The Day of Atonement Yom Kippur is regarded as the holiest day in the Jewish calendar. It was observed from sunset Wednesday to sunset Thursday evening September 20 in synagogues worldwide with solemn liturgies and prayers.
Spring Valley News and Village Happenings
Spring Valley residents attend events and plan moves including Miss Mayme Mazzorana in Chicago with Miss Helen Lenzen of Peru heading to Florida for a teaching post. Jake Bernstein eyes opening a Dry Goods store in South Chicago by October. PTA to meet at the Public Library Friday Sept 28. Various locals return from hospitals and enjoy social outings. An industrial sales pitch promotes J R Watkins products with opportunities in Spring Valley and nearby cities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mayme Mazzorana
Chicago
Helen Lenzen
Peru
Florida
Jake Bernstein
Bernstein
Spring Valley
Parent-Teachers Association
Charles Thompson
Henry
James Peterson
Granville
la Due
Arthur Shipp
Bureau
Charles Hatton
Hennepin
Armanda — Scarpallina
Franckey Orchestra
George Actis
Steve Faletti
Berkley
Cal
J. R. Watkins
Watkins
J. R. Watkins Co
Winona
Minn
Hard Coal Mines Open After Union Suspension
After a two week idle period caused by union leaders suspension, 155000 anthracite miners resumed work on Wednesday under a new two year wage scale. Ratified by the tri district United Mine Workers, the plan grants a 10 percent wage rise an eight hour day union recognition and collective bargaining principles. Officials foresee large output this winter though full production may take days to return.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harrisburg
Pinchott
United Mine Workers
Dances At Auditorium At La Salle Delights Crowd
The Auditorium at La Salle drew a full crowd for last Sunday's Ooo orchestra event. Arrangements are underway for special cars after dances, with dancing planned Wednesday Saturday and Sunday evenings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
la Salle
Art Sun Orchestra
Granville Trap Shooter Redshaw Shines at Grand American
Granville crack trap shooter Irvin Redshaw competed during the Grand American Handicap in Chicago. He posted 94.44 percent and 183 of 200 on singles, 151 of 200 in doubles, and 194 of 200 in the final day. He tied the century mark with Phil Miller and J A White. Miller won the doubles title. Redshaw’s overall singles average reached 92 percent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Irvin Redshaw
Granville
Chicago
Bart Lewis
P. R. Miller
Redshaw
Phil Miller
Crack
Texas
J. A. White
Spartanburg
South Carolina
Miller
County Board Adopts Tax Levy For Roads and Health Measure
The county board approved a tax levy of 161 690 with a 50 cent per 100 valuation cap and a 100 000 special levy for state aid road work. An additional 25 000 was authorized for the state aid road fund. Land right of way claims of 16 393 58 were allowed for Route 7. The board rejected a venereal disease clinic and urged a federal law requiring medical certificates of health for marriage licenses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Supervisors
Herman N. Bundesen
Chicago
T. P. Gunning
Princeton
Bureau County
Police Man Applications Open Until Sept 24 1923
Notice states that applications for the office of policeman will be received at the City Clerk's Office until 7 p m on Monday September 24 1923.
Report of the Spring Valley City Bank 1923 financials
Official publication lists the Spring Valley City Bank assets and liabilities as of September 14, 1923. Cash, loans, U.S. government securities, and other investments aggregate to 924,200.09. Liabilities total 924,209.09 with capital at 50,000.00 and profits 28,133.19, affirmed by cashier Peter Hollerich and notary Lorenzo H. Luther.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spring Valley
State of Illinois
U. S
Ba Apn Socah
Abe
Peter Hollerich
Spring Valley City Bank
Auditor of Public Accounts
Lorenzo, H. Luther
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John VanSchaick
E. Third St
Chinks Place
Ring Alli
Dakota Street
Hicks Park
Hartfers Fire Insurance Co
I. J. Jagodzinski Insurance
Spring Valley, Illinois
Leonard
Lorenzo Swanson
S. Swanson
August Johnson and Son
Bradford
Coal Creek Country Club
Anna Novak
East Iowa Street
Anna
Walter Zukowski
West St. Paul Street
Illinois
Kelly Springfield
Spring Valley Motor Co
Bonucci and Raineiri, Prop
Spring Valley, NL
Ottawa
Lasalle
Lucey’s
Luecey
Wayne
Kayser
Onyx
Globe
Augusta Knit
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