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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1928
Page
6
Public guide outlines why Virginia votes on five proposals in the June 19 1928 special election. It explains that bonds for roads and capital outlays require direct voter approval and details changes to the State Board of Education and local superintendent elections to increase local control.
A public briefing outlines proposed amendments to shift power from the State Board of Education to the General Assembly, abolish unnecessary offices, and reform the executive branch. It describes Proposal No 2 the segregation tax amendment and notes its impact on land and tangible personal property taxation and state unity.
Amendments would shift power to protect fundamental rights and meet changing conditions. Supporters argue revision is vital for progress since 1902, noting the constitution has not been revised in over a century.
Major and Mrs. Joel Chamberlain of Richmond Virginia will visit Winchester to lead Salvation Army events. An open air service is set for 8 o'clock tonight in front of the court house, with a jail service at 11 am Sunday and a 2:30 Sunday school in court house hall followed by evening services at 8 pm. Public invitation extended to all.
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