Local Gazette Notes Tax Talk and Political Quips
The Algona Upper Des Moines Republican column discusses tax debates including a gasoline tax proposal and its broader implications. It cites Rep Patterson’s remarks at a Rotary Club and criticizes a Des Moines legislative session effort while highlighting local political personalities C B Hutchings and Patterson.
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Wisconsin Income Tax Bill Moves to Higher Rates
Wisconsin current 4 to 6 percent state income tax brackets may rise to 15 percent for high earners, doubling or more the tax burden on those earning 32,000 dollars or more. The impact includes outmigration and business relocation, with Simmons company announcing plans to move from Kenosha to Illinois.
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Wisconsin Businesses Face Tax Exodus as States Move Tax Rates
Milwaukee firms warn heavy income taxes force relocation to states with lighter or no taxes. Johns Manville and Palm Olive threaten moving thousands of jobs to nearby states while Allis Chalmers weighs action if tax laws fail. Minnesota Nebraska debates cautioned against shifting tax burden, risking unemployment and stalled pay rolls.
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Statewide transfer option to avoid fine discussed
The text notes that parties could evade a fine by moving their activities and property anywhere within the state. It frames transfer as a permissible remedy to avoid financial penalties. No specific names, dates, or places are provided in the fragment.
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Raska
What Is an Ideal Editorial on Community Uplift
In Oshkosh William M Castle frames honesty and ideals as essential for civic betterment. He argues money without public spirit harms towns, while a rich public-spirited ideal improves the community and promotes teamwork and sacrifice for all.
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Oshkosh
William M. Castle
When News Comes Back On The Wrong Foot
A Clarksville Star column recalls a reader who demanded all news but later faced a similar scandal. The piece defends withholding spicy stories to spare innocent relatives and avoid public shame, noting the subscriber later begged discretion instead.
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Clarksville
Lawmakers Seek New Taxes Amid Economy Promises
The state legislature spends time hunting for new taxes. proposals target tobacco and various luxuries. Critics question why existing taxes aren’t reduced and mock lawmakers’ campaign pledges to improve the economy.
Tongues That Talk Do Much Harm in Small Town
A Ringsted dispatch laments idle gossip that ruins reputations. It notes that even harmless remarks can be blown out of proportion and crucify character, while praise is often forgotten as tales spread through towns like Clarksville.
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Turn the light on the public servants
Editorial urges full and fair public access to board reports and financial statements. It argues state law requires newspaper publicity and laments hidden reports. The piece praises Iowa newspapers for serving taxpayers and warns against curtailing publicity. It calls for open accounting and accessible records.
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Iowa
Publicity Over Prosecution of Officials Cited
The Garner Signal argues it is better to fund broad newspaper publicity for public notice than to incur costs from prosecuting defaulting officials and risking public funds loss after missteps.
Supreme Court Affirms War Board Case Ruling
The Supreme Court today affirmed the district court decision in the Lee brothers versus J P Kirby and War Board members. The action sought twenty thousand dollars for alleged failure to take War Bonds. Jury found C C Lee a bond slacker with no injury. case ends for first suit.
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Eather—ville Enterprise
Patterson Seeks Fresh Air Over Stuffy Committee Rooms
The Burt Monitor reports Representative Patterson dislikes stuffy committee rooms and would prefer the open air of the farm. The LuVerne News notes rovers would likely favor his return to the fresh air if given the chance.
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Neighbor Gratitude for Timely Aid During Illness
Adolph Mivgal extends heartfelt thanks to neighbors and relatives for timely help and comfort during his wife’s serious illness. He notes she is on the road to recovery and expresses deep appreciation for the aid received on her behalf.
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Iowa lawmakers take a brief recess amid stalled agenda
Iowa readers learn that senators and representatives in Des Moines are taking a short vacation. The column condemns the session for producing little beyond symbolic measures, noting only minor items like pink teas and edgier notoriety while tax papers remain unresolved.
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Iowa
Farm Sale Near Spencer Joins Golf Club Grounds
A 20 acre farm one mile southeast of Spencer sold to Carl Neilson of Clarion for 880 per acre. The property includes a small bungalow and plans for a larger house with outbuildings. The farm borders the nearby Golf and Country Club grounds.
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