Assessors Meeting Reviews Uniform Stock Valuation Resolutions
The January capitol gathering of county assessors, led by Mr. Johnson of Custer County, adopted a plan for uniform stock values across the state. A long list of questions was addressed by the Attorney General, covering taxation duties, delinquent property interest, bounty taxes, exemptions, and collection remedies, with final actions including a five member committee to draft resolutions for the next legislature.
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Capitol
Johnson
Custer County
Poms
Anh
Frank Martin
Warren Taylor
John Johnson
J. M. Hollister
Woman adheres to old saying about wearing today not tomorrow
A proverb about not delaying attire, stating a woman should wear what she selects today rather than postponing readiness for tomorrow.
Cruiser Condemned Crisis in Germany
The US steamship Albany, on the European station, is declared unfit for habitation by naval surgeons after Genoa reports. Severe ventilation and structural reforms are needed. the ship’s health risks rise in cramped spaces. Germany faces its worst economic experience since unification, with frauds and a banking-led crisis shaking confidence abroad.
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United States
Albany
Genoa
Italy
M.N. T. Harris
Surgeon General of the Navy
Saya
Germany
Aya
Berlin
New York Journal of Commerce
Frankfurter Zeitung
Ivie
Pianos Installed At White House For Music Season
Two grand pianos were moved into the White House to replace the single time worn instrument. The arrangement allows constant music without moving a piano. Mrs McKinley and Mrs Roosevelt enjoy music, and Miss Alice Roosevelt is expected to perform. The change brightens White House life and invites visiting musicians to entertain the president and guests.
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White House
Washington
McKinley
Mia
Cleveland
Roosevelt
Alice Roosevelt
Sorge
Megnificent Interior Decorations in Strand Building
London correspondent reports improvements for the proposed mammoth Strand building in London. New York promoter Frederic B. Esler notes $10,000 set aside for interior decoration by top artists. the structure may be named the Victorian building and, if approved, construction could begin in January.
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Strand
London
New
You Bune
Frederic B. Esler
New York
Uniform world postage proposal gains mixed approval
An Australian originated idea for a uniform two cent postage for letters worldwide has been approved by Italy, Switzerland, Egypt and several South American states, while Germany dissented. England France Russia and Australia call for sending the matter to the next postal world Congress in Rome in 102.
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Australia
Italy
Switzerland
Egypt
Germany
England
France
Russia
Rome
Lone Voyagers Seen In Atlantic Honeymoon Boat
An incoming steamer reports passing the Dark Secret, the 14 foot canvas-covered folding boat carrying Capt. William Andrews and his bride on a honeymoon crossing toward the Azores. The craft sits deep in the water, weighed by stores and ballast, with an expected eight week voyage. Andrews has a history of solo sea feats in small craft, including the Nautilus and Phantom Ship.
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William Andrews
Atlantic
Andrews
Azore Islands
Capt. Andrews
Boston
Walter
Dover
Orange Fish Captured Near South Atlantic City
Al Schnepp and Y Pitts reported a dark object surf near the Big Elephant in South Atlantic City New Jersey. They hauled ashore a monster fish nine feet long four feet in girth with a 12 inch mouth. It has three rows of long saw teeth resembling a walrus and perplexed seasoned fishermen.
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al Schnepp
Y. Pitts
South Atlantic City
N. J
Ancient Roman Amphitheater Near Jardin des Plantes
The Paris Messenger reports a plan to resume use of the old Roman amphitheater near the Jardin des Plantes in Paris. Once a vast arena dating to the first century it now serves as a playground and stables. Evidence suggests Emperor Julian held events there.
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Paris
Jardin Des Plantes
Uaid
Omalius
Julian
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