State plans to strengthen free school system in Virginia
The State department outlines plans to aid the legislature in improving the free school system. Recommendations include increasing the permanent school fund, a minimum fund of 1 million, compulsory attendance, seven month terms, higher teacher salaries, night classes, state provision of books, pensions, appointive superintendents, and rural domestic science and manual training. West Virginia has advanced along rail lines, prompting calls for state funding to enable further progress.
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State Department
Seston
Virginia
Board of Education
Baate
West Virginia
Tax Fraud Charges Confirmed By The New York Times Analist
The New York Times Analist, a conservative finance outlet, confirms broad income tax evasion totaling hundreds of millions yearly. The piece cites Carl Sny and notes 75 percent of taxable earners pay less than owed, with five billion dollars escaping taxation. It accuses Commissioner Daborne of concealing facts and suggests fear of public disclosure drives nonpublication.
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NEW York Times
New York Times Annalist
Rimes
Annalist
Carl Sny
Internal Revenue
Daborne
Questioning the 1913 1914 Law Report Findings
The report notes early law unfamiliarity in 1913 ten months and expects 1914 change. It says fewer people reported income over 3000 in 1914, the amount largely unchanged from the prior period, despite business revival. The Annalitt article offers no remedy for fraud exposed by the findings.
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Annalitt
The Desirable Citizen and the $2 A Day Debate
A fragmented column argues against extreme thrift and praises purposeful spending on travel education and culture. It questions the idea that saving every penny makes one a better person, noting that living richly with experiences can build character and broaden perspective. It warns that universal belt-tightening would reduce production and work, and urges balanced spending over mere stockpiling.
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Jones
Editorial on Current Subjects Reflects Nation in Turbulent Times
The piece critiques presidential voting shifts, noting Wilson’s gains and Hughes’s rising tally, with comparisons to past elections. It discusses industrial policy, preparedness, and economic strains, urging unity between labor and management. Col Gov. Pope frames American industry as key to national welfare and communal success.
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Industrial Society
Yantiienpee
Aliite
PMR
Veri Agiimet
Stn
Javetogs
Jones Fu
State
Nirianut
Hhare Generaly
Ile
Whiel Benefi
Col Gov. Pope
American Indus Isles
What the Stars Say About 1917 by Prof Gustave Meyer
Astrological forecast from Hoboken in July 1917 outlines military, political, and social trends. It predicts heavy travel, storms, and disasters in public works. upheaval in Europe with reforms and unrest. Kaiser’s misfortunes mid year. and prosperity in arts and science while legal bodies face crowded courts.
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Gustave Meyer
Hoboken
Dov
Wiley
Howes
Atteust
United States
New York
Texas
Ohio
New York State
Mails Tax Statements Sent To Utilities In Charleston
State Auditor John S. Darst sent statements to oil gas water light and power companies showing the amount due for 1817. The total assesses amount to 1 140 000 with public utilities bearing 2 482 000 for city county and municipal purposes.
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Charleston
W. Va
Office of
State Auditor
John S. Darst
LEMI
FAS
Gter
Ruff Stuff as Humorous War Era Rambles
A fragmented column by Red discusses postwar attitudes with satirical asides about junk men Klugs and radium. It mentions a taxi, streetcar catering, a future flash story, leap year, and various stray notes on people and events from wartime to domestic concerns, ending with a reference to a diver aiding a rescue.
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