The Washburn leader. [volume] (Washburn, McLean County, N.D.) 1890-1986, 1901-01-19

the state. By the operation OF this law
the amount appropriated to tbs instits-
ton is nauch more than has been apprc-
priated to it by previous Legislatures.
In 1891 there was apprcpriatod..$ oo,7oo
In 1875 there was a|propriated.. 1890
In 1895 there was appropriated. 10000
In 1895 there vas appropriated,
and deficiency. 49,. ......... $500
In 1899 there was appropriated,
this law ........ ........... $4,000
In 1900 there will be appropriated
estimated. ........ ...... go,OOo
This is more than the actual needs for
the maintenance OF this institution and
1.-THE condition OF the treasury, it seems to
me. does not HOW WSerrant the erection
of any new state buildings.
INSURANCE OF PUBLIC BUILDINGS.
Since we became a state it has been
the law and policy of those in authority
to fully insure all our public buildings
and during this time we have paid to in
~surance companies, in premiums, S44,-
$50, more than we have secured from
losses. This state is strong enough to
carry its WI insurance. The $4,000 paid
annually to insurance companies would,
if set aside for the purr,se o create
a fund that would much more than re-
place our losses. 1t you see fit to repeal
this law I would recommend that you
pass a contingency appropriation to re.
build any building that may be destroyed
by fire. @
ADVERTISING, LEASING, SALE N Ar
PRA1sEMENr OF SCHOOL LANDS.
Our school lands are leased at a very
low figure and in addition to the minimum
rate, and in all cases I believe a fee
should be charged sufficient to cover all
expenses OF this department. This tee
would not be large and those who would
paw for it could we'll afford to do SO.
have asked for an increase of the
contingent fund in lieu of the appro-
! priation for rewards" and for the re
ilief of needy settlers" Quite a number
of officers have received no recommended
tons for appropriations with a view that
they be abolished. / believe they would
not be missed.
Members of this assembly, this fnan-
/ cial question is of more importance to
the welfare of our people than all others
| that will come before you, and l submit
it to you with the request that you give
it your thoughtful and early considera-
ton.
APPORTIONMENr.
The extraordinary and unequal growth
of the state during the past ten years, as
shown by the.census of this year, renders
it necessary to reapportion the legisla-
tive districts Of the state in order that
all parts be equally represented. The
census of the state by townships will be
placed before you as soon as the re-
port can be obtained from the DEPART
ment. In the interest of economy l think
there should not be a very great increase
in the number of the members.
Our population will probably entitle
us to another congressman. A measure
providing the manner of electing our
congressman in anticipation of that in
crease would be advisable.
Two amendments to our constitution
were adopted at the last general election.
Such legislation as is necessary to carry
them into effect should be enacted.
PAN-AMER1cAN EXPOSITION.
During the coming summer there will
be held in the city of Buffalo. N. Y, an
exposition of the republics of the west
ern continent. From the reports re-
ceived of the great preparation being
made for this exhibit, I am satisfied this
would be a good opportunity for this
state to place the knowledge of her ufi-
developed before a great many
home-seekers of our eastern states.
would be much pleased if on1 method
could be devised whereby without too
great expense, we could make a credita-
bic showing at that exposition.
In conclusion let me assur you of my
desire to assist you in every manner pos
. q 49,. ~ --IS
Let us give to the state the best service
of which we are capable and cooperate
to the end that this administration be
wise and just.
Respectfully submitted,
Frank White.