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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1921
Page
4
The article argues taxes affect property owners widely and that the county board bears limited influence. It cites 1920 levies totaling 840,120.05 dollars, with only 222,483.03 dollars set by the Board of Supervisors while state and local authorities determine the remainder.
The speaker recalls knocking creditors and dodging bills in verses about facing collectors now with resolve. He vows to welcome the creditor at the door instead of fearfully hiding, admitting past debt and current duty to pay on time. The piece mixes risky humor with debt payment vows and avoidance of further debt.
The article argues the board of supervisors bears little responsibility for tax increases. It notes 1917 to 1920 changes: county levy rising from 175,253.59 to 222,483.03 while cities and schools jump from 277,671.05 to 527,441.20, suggesting city and local offices drive most tax hikes and urging readers to view figures with an open mind.
Board members say small savings from salary cuts and reduced upkeep would barely ease the levy and risk a negative image for the county. They contend city and school assessments are largely essential and taxpayers should proceed to pay taxes, which they view as providing value beyond basic living costs.
Swaledale Iowa September 6 A claim that 11 year old Donald Urbateh deserved first in the state fair spelling bee arises from superintendent J E Thomas who says the word scotch could be spelled with or without a capital letter and the judges erred by excluding Donald who did not misspell a word Cerro Gordo county residents support Donald’s claim while the girl who won allegedly misspelled a word but was allowed to keep first place
In Cerro Gordo supporters vow to match any challenger in the United States. They claim Donald is the best speller in the region and deserve first honors in Des Moines. Friends express indignation over the match conduct and seek fair treatment.
Washington reports that hospital training schools for nurses began September 1 at Fox Hills Staten Island and Fort McHenry Baltimore to educate prospective nurses for the U S public health service nurse corps. The three year program includes a diploma potential military patient care, with monthly stipends and free subsistence, quarters, laundry and texts, and no tuition.
The text notes Mrs Blank, once wealthy, becomes a housemaid after parting from her husband. Her first employer was a former servant who later gave notice repeatedly. The excerpt also references Bulletin Sydney, and claims London was founded in 43 A D by a Roman governor of Britain.
James C. Young profiles Georgiana the Duchess of Devonshire born 1757 famed as the "baby vamp." She helped Fox win votes, wore daring fashions, and enjoyed political influence and poetry toward a placid life ending at age forty nine.
A Washington parade along Pennsylvania Avenue features the Capitol dome and the Marine Band, with Army and Marine units leading the Flag. Thousands watch, yet few hats rise in salute, prompting questions about national loyalty and patriotism amid wartime recall.
The Des Moines Capital urges Iowa officials to restore the 50 cent gate price for the Iowa State Fair next year, arguing that public funds support the event and many residents cannot afford 75 cents. It cites last year’s $90,219 net profit and $410,976 receipts, urging price reduction to widen access while noting financials and the legislature’s role.
E. E. Hewkes, Keokuk justice of the peace, says a boy's code of honor holds weight. Four youths faced him on gambling by shooting craps charges, told their stories, and the judge expressed faith in their honesty.
A court ordered a gang of boys to be supervised by designated special police officers to curb local gambling. Three boys were sentenced to washing dishes for mother and three to help their father with house chores. No complaints have arisen since the ruling.
In Fort Madison Iowa on September 5 George Senf trying to protect two bottles of home brew was ordered to surrender. He reached for a concealed hand by Chief Lawrence Phelan who fired a shot through his right lung after four demands. Police recovered two bottles of home brew clenched in his left hand. He remains in critical condition at a local hospital.
The notice lists Local Pass trains 429 449 and 436 459 with daily except Sunday service. Local Freight trains 834 836 7 00 am and Local Frt 88 87 operate on specific days. H W Russell, Agent.
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