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Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27
Mrs Dana Walker Hostess

Mrs. Dana Walker entertained
members of the Bonum Temps
club last Thursday evening, with a
Halloween party. Among other
things, radio music and games were
enjoyed, also contests in which Mrs.
Gus Abel and Mrs. Annie Morrison
were the prize winners. Dainty re-
freshments were served by the hos
tess.
The next meeting is to be held at
the home of Mrs. Harry Harlan
Thursday, Nov. 3.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27

Meigs Valley juvenile grange will
meet Friday evening, Oct 2S. Pro-
gram: Roll call, my favorite game;
recitations, Helen Fox, Beatrice
Wilson and Charles Wilson,; song,
Edgar Knox; riddles, Dean Fox;
jokes, Samuel Ray and Elmer Ger
ZACH; contest.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27

Atty Geo. P. Deshler of Marietta,
who had been in GAINESVILLE on legal
business, stopped in McConnelsville
for a short time Monday, and was a
caller at the Democrat office.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27

Mrs. Harriet Winner, aged 76.
died at her home near Junction City,
Oct. 18. Funeral services were held
the goth, with Rev. Orr of Junction
City officiating, and burial was
made at Chesterhill. Besides her
husband, Mrs. Winner is survived
by two daughters, Mrs. Charles
Bingham Of Junction City and Mrs.
John White of Sharpsburg.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27

Mrs. Blanche Bell, w. NJ, and
Mrs. Clara Adams, A. NJ, of Valley
Chapter, No. 10, o. E. S., are in
Dayton this week attending the an
nual session of the Grand Chapter
of Ohio, Order of Eastern Star.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27
DISABLED and ABSENT VOTERS
NOTICE

Disabled voters who are not able
to go to the polls, and absent vot-
ers, are urged to get their applica-
tions to the clerk of the election
board, not later than Saturday ev-
ening, Nov. 5-.earlier If possible.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27

About 800 persons were present
at the Crooked Tree homecoming
held there recently at the M. E..
church A basket dinner was sery-
ed in the grange hall nearby. ]. II.
Foreman was in charge of the ar
rangements. Four former pastors,
also DR.. Mayer, superintendent Of
the Cambridge district, were pres
ent and made addresses.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27
Daughters OF America Motto,

The Daughters of America will
have a Halloween party Saturday
evening, Oct. 20, at their hall. The
members Of the Jr. 0. u. A. M. and
their families are invited. Every
one come masked. Prizes. Good
music. Eats.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27

Rev. T. E. Leonard is the guest
speaker at fellowship meetings be-
ing held this week at the Presbyte-
rian church, at New Richmond, and
during his stay there, Mrs. Leonard
is visiting with her people at Basil,
Ohio.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27

A daughter was born Monday to
Mr. and Mrs. Chas. w. (Chuck)
Haynes of this place, named Wava
Ann. Mr.. Haynes is the Democratic
candidate for sheriff
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27
Bristol Juvenile Grange

Grange will meet in regular ses-
sion Friday evening, Nov. A: Roll
call, "What like best about my
home;" recitation. Vera Hancher;
song, Ritchey sisters; jokes, Price
Bruner and Roy Vorhies; music
Xxx.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27
O. II. 8. Notice

Valley Chapter, No. 10, 0. E. S.,
will hold a regular meeting Tues
day evening, Nov. /, at 1880. A pot
luck supper. will be served at $3.50,
followed by annual election OF offt-
GERS Blanche Bell, w. M: Fannie
Richardson, Sec'y.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27

Mr., L. M. Huston, formerly a
teacher in the public schools of No
BILE and Muskingum counties, now
of Columbus, called upon Rev. J. d.
Keller and family, Seventh street
Sunday evening.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27

The Dexter Defender Washer
priced at $59.95, is not just an
other washer with all its working
parts bolted through the tub, but
one with strong sturdy base
Standard Supply Co.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27

H. E. Buker, GAINESVILLE attorney,
pleaded not guilty to- four indict-
ments returned by the Muskingum
county grand jury, when arraigned
before Judge c. F. Ribble in court
Of common pleas, Saturday. Bond
of $11,500, given some time ago,
was permitted to continue, pending
hearing.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27

L. A. S. of Malta M. E. church
will serve chicken supper at the
church, on Thursday evening, Oct.
27, beginning at $3.50 O'Clock.
Price 35 cents. 6o4
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27

Wilbert Lawrence's automobile
was stolen at Mt. Zion church, Bris-
tol township, last Friday evening,
but was found later ditched, not far
from where it was taken. Mr. Law
rence's son John Lawrence of Row.
land, had driven to church in the
machine. The only damage done
to the machine was a broken bump
er.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27

A marriage license was issued re-
Gently in GAINESVILLE, to VIM. Welsh
of Dresden and Miss Hazel Muse OF
Norwich.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27
NOTICE

Water rent is due Nov. 1. A pen
atty of 10 percent will be added, II
not paid by the 10Th. Office open
every day during the MONTH
CORA E. KENNEDY, Collector.
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Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27

Mr.. John Beard of Homer town
ship, who recently suffered a stroke,
was taken Sunday, in the Miller am
bulance to the county home.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27

Mrs. J. K. Bingham was hostess
last Thursday afternoon to the
members of the Glover Leaf club.
Fourteen ladies were present, and a.
very pleasant time was spent.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27

Mr.. Curtis Alderman of Killbuck
was here last Thursday calling on
friends. He is son OF the late e..
V. Alderman, and owns hardware
store at Killbuck.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27

Do not judge a parlor heater by
its outside appearance. The inside
unit is what counts. That is why
we recommend the Golden Glow
with it's slotted frepot.- Standard
Supply Co.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27

Mr.. and Mrs. Harold Smith OF
GAINESVILLE visited the week end in
Malta with the formers parents,
Mr.. and Mrs. Fred Smith. Mr..
Smith is employed in the office of
the Federal Radiator plant.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27

Mr.. Donald Carroll who is en-
ployed with the Glidden Paint Co.,
and his friend Miss Virginia Crea-
gan, and Miss Marie Carroll, all Of
Cleveland, were week end guests of
Mr.. Carrolls parents, Mr.. and Mrs.
Howard Carroll of Kennebec ridge.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27

Mr.. and Mrs. Wayne Massie and
little son Harry Thorton of Cald-
we'll spent from Saturday until Mon
day at the home of Mrs. Massie's
parents, Mr.. and Mrs. Everett Eth
ell.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27

A daughter was born last Thurs
day to Hon. and Mrs. Robert It. Sc.
crest of Senecaville. Mr.. Secrest is
the Democratic candidate for con-
gress.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27

New pledges to Varsity a." ath-
letic honorary fraternity at Ohio
State University, include George
Barrett of McConnelsville.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27

Mrs. Mark Dew, Mrs. Harry Har-
Ian and Mrs. H. j. Leggett attended
the Royal Neighbors school Of in
struction, held Tuesday at New
comerstown.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27

Take advantage of this wonder
full weather to save the surface OF
your buildings by using Marietta
Mixed Paints.-S Standard Supply Co,
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27

A complete line of the Nu-Type
Aladdin lamps on display at $5.75.
The lowest priced at which an
Aladdin was ever Standard
Supply Co.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27

Now in tune with the times, you
can enjoy lifetime benefits of AlaG-
din Light for only STANDARD
Supply Co.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27

Come to the Junior Political Raj
ly and Cake Walk, Nov. 4. High
school auditorium, at 1880. 10c
admission.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27

For limited time only we are
giving free with each Dexter De-
fender at $59.95, set of $12 rinse
tubs.-Standard Supply Co.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27

Our line of coal, wood and gas
ranges is most complete, style and
price for every need.-Standard
Supply Co.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27

Mrs. Charles E. Pennell had as
her guest last Friday, her aunt,
Mrs. Wesley McKibben of Stock
port, who enjoyed the day very
much. Mrs McKibben who is i'll
her seth year, is in reasonably good
health, does her own housework,
and is unusually active for one of
her age.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27

Come to the Junior Political Raj
ly and Cake Walk, Nov. 4. High
school auditorium, at 1880. lOc
admission.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27

Fresh Columbia cement on hands
at all times. Thousands OF barrels;
used in the McConnelsville-B Beverly
road. -Stanrard~ Supply Co.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27

Mrs. K. H. Uhrbrock and two
daughters of Cincinnati have been
visiting here with the formers
mother, Mrs. Anna Gatewood.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27

Mrs. Annie Weber and daughter
Miss Louise Webber of Davenport,
Ia, who had been on pleasure trip
to Washington, d. c., stopped Off
enroute home and visited at the G.
N. Gray and Gregg sisters homes.
Mrs. Webber's father was brother
of the late Sally Corner Bowman,
and Mrs. Webber is cousin of the
Gregg sisters.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27

Grind your feed this fall and
winter on Papes Hammer MILL
Standard Supply Co.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27
w. C. r. u. Notice

Regular meeting of the w. c. T..
U. will be held Tuesday afternoon,
Nov. /, at $3.50, at the home of Mrs.
Carrie White.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27
Attention MaccabeeS!

All Maccabees and families are
invited to the masquerade party at
the Maccabee hall, Friday evening,
Oct. 28, at 1880. Five cent fine II
not masked.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27

Mr.. Lee Nell, jr., and family of
Duncan Falls visited here Sunday
with Mr.. Mell's parents, Mr.. and
Mrs, Lee Nell and other relatives.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27

Mrs. F. S. Doudna visited from
Monday morning until Tuesday ev-
ening in Cambridge, with her moth
er, Mrs. c.. G.. Inglish.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27

Now is the time to buy that ma
nure spreader Cheaper than ever
by the corn and wheat plan. Let us
explain it to you.-Standard Supply
Co
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27

Mr.. and Mrs. H. L. French, Mrs.
H. T. Hyser and Miss Martha Miller
of Canton, and Mrs. C. c. Miller of
GAINESVILLE, spent the week end with
the families of A. w. and Carl Mil
Ter
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27

Mr.. Donald Torbert, student at o.
S. T., spent the week end with his
mother, Mrs. C. r. Torbert of NAL
ia.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27

Manchester grange had a visit
Friday night, Oct. 21, from Morgan
grange, McConnelsville. They put
on a fine program.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27

Mrs. J. A. Ivers left Saturday to
spend few weeks at the home of
her brothers j. W. and C. McDon-
aid of the Palos vicinity.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27

SATURDAY SPECIAL-with a
soc purchase we will sell you nice
broom for 15c.-Whites 5-1O Store.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27

Mrs. Leila Timberman of Colur-
bus visited here the week end with
her mother Mrs. E. M. Stanbery,
and other relatives.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27

Mrs. E. X. Harrop Of Columbus
has been visiting her parents, Mr..
and Mrs. Carl Harris, of the west
side.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27

For the right price on dynamite
and blasting powder.-Standard
Supply Co.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27

A complete line of Aladdin lamps
and supplies on hand, at all times.
Standard Supply Co.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27
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LIQUID TABLETS 6ALVE
Checks Colds first day, Headaches or
Neuralgia in 80 nainutes, Malaria In
s days. "a issf0'
666 SALVE for HEAD COLDS
Nest Speedy Remedies Known
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27

Enameled bath room heaters
priced from $1.9S up.-Standard
Supply Co.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27

A real bargain, $27 Ray Clio gas
heaters priced at $13.85.-Standard
Supply Co.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27

Rev. r. w. Huff and his brother
Forrest of Renrock, visited with
Rev. J. D. Keller here Monday.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27

SATURDAY SPECIAL-with a
soc purchase we will sell you nice
broom for Whites $40 Store.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27

Get your dynamite and blasting
powder at the Standard Supply Co.
Morgan County Democrat. (McConnelsville, Ohio) 1886-1943, 1932-10-27

Loo i N e VS.
Nnna Jettick shoes. sold only BY
UOulson's. n16tf
Evening star., 1932-12-01

s1.50 Ambre Royal face pow
der, recently reduced to 81;
in white only. Friday Snr
only
Evening star., 1932-12-01

These are the 1892 size and
weight-and they sold originally
for SOC, then 35c-and Friday
they'll be 19c. Because of the low
price-and the fact that we want
all our customers to share in this
offering, we'l have to say ONLY
ONE DOZEN TO A CUSTOMER.
Palais Royal-Men's Store
Main Floor
Evening star., 1932-12-01
Footwear Bargains

For the Whole Family
200 pairs Women's 1.39 Shoes,
black and brown; pumps, straps,
oxfords and novelties, broken q
sizes. Friday only. ....... 4e
28S pairs Women's 79c Rayon Slip
pers, black and pastel colored lin
ings and trims. Soft soles and
Cuban heels. Sizes 4, Az 90r
and 5. Friday only. ...... ~
135 pairs Children's Shoes, short
lines and broken sizes Of high
grade shoes. Variety of feathers,
in straps and oxfords. Infants
sizes So to misses sizes 2, col
,sssIvsly' rs,ssI .n,y 2.05 to 3.75
SO pairs ChiIdren's 81 Slippers. Of
quilted satin, felt and
leather. Broken sizes. Fri SAN
day only. ~
Palaia Royal-Downstairs Store.
Evening star., 1932-12-01

Here Is a practical gift for some
man! Seven jeweled, chrome case
with leather or link band. -Four
styles, all beautifully boxed. Mar
velous values.
Palais Royal-Main Floor
Evening star., 1932-12-01

N-length hose-seasonable weight
cotton yarns-in small fancy
patterns; dark shades. Full sized
In leg and foot. These are Csc
values, recently sold at Tic. Fast
colors. Sizes 8 to liz.
Palais RoyaLBoys' Dept.
Main Floor
Evening star., 1932-12-01
ID Silk Stepins

81 Silk Stepins
They cost us more than the bar
gain price. But they're somewhat
soiled and few. Lovely silk crepe
de chine, lace trimmed.
Pastels. Regular sizes Or
Take them, Friday only. "
191 Costume Slips
Your favorited rayon satins that
were once 79c each. Bias-cut;
pink, tea rose and dark street
shades. Only sizes "a to 38, 20r
that's why, Friday only. -
Palais Royal-Downstairs Store
Evening star., 1932-12-01

So and $3.50 Djer-Kiss dou-
BILE and single vanities. Dis
continued styles. Friday
only. Limited guam k0N
tity
Evening star., 1932-12-01

Made of wool crepe with attrac-
tive ornaments; also some fabricoid
bags In large. rocmy sizes with
metal ornaments. In black and
brown.
Palais Royal Main Floor
Evening star., 1932-12-01

Csc Tooth brushes. Fri rSr
day only .............. "
SOC DeViIbiss atomixers. 9Er
Friday only .......... ~
Main Floor
The Bismarck tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, N.D.) 1916-current, 1932-04-27

preston, it received only $27O2-l
but Il spent 434.37, leaving Us with the
yawning deficit now perplexing the
country.
Now tax collections approximate
SO. 0o0. ooo,0 900 . year and local gov
ernments get twice Is much as they
did In 1919. In 1922 the net bonded
indebtedness Of the states was $751;
000, 900, and that OF cities, towns and
villages was $6,3le,0oo. 900. In the
middle Of 1891 the combined indebt-
edness Of the states ana local units
OF government was $13,5oo, ooo, 900.
The total indebtedness Of the nation
was $4,000 .0oo,o
These are facts and they should be
sufficient to make the public think.
We cannot blame the politicians for
high taxes II we, as voters, do not
take the actions that will slash gov
eminent expenses and bring taxes
down or, at least, stop them from
further advances. We are paying q
high price for our mental laziness.
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5IIIl
YORK
wv Gilbert van

Passing Parades
New York, April 27.-Modern traffic
problems are booming Fifth avenue as
q world famed parade grounds
Since way back In the Sixties, 1.-THE
avenoo" has been identified in the
eyes Of the world as pageantry's fav-
orite highway in this western world.
Recent ex,eriences in congestion
have chilled the fiesta spirit Of trades
folk, however. While they continue to
rig their buildings In bunting they
shiver in anticipation of each forth
coming event.
It seems that the parade ropes
which hold back the crowds of spec
tators also handicap the delivery sys-
TENS Of business concerns along the
route.
Each parade causes a thousand
complaints and as many apologies.
Irate customers telephone, demand
ing to know why deliveries have not
been made. Business men can merely
sigh while explaining that trucks and
messengers are unable to break
through police regulations. Hours Of
delay often result and the routine Of
an entire week Is frequently upset.
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This Commercial Age!
So the merchants Of Fifth Avenue
are now marching in their own de-
tense and theirs may be the final foot
fall. It may come to pass that heroes
and statesmen; politicians and SOL
diers. the flash Of gold braid, bright
uniforms and the blare Of bands ma3
be identified in the future with some
other strasse.
But we grow accusomed to saying
"alas and alack" In this mans town.
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Fifth Avenue was first innoculated
with the parade virus on a certain
summer day in 1860. The occasion
for celebration was only indirectly
important to New York. Oil had beer
struck in Pennsylvania.
Rigging derrick on truck. har.
Messing q six-horse team and DOMINIC
their best silk hats, Pennsylvanians
let the big town know that petrol
cum IS king!"
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That same year saw the arrival OF
The Bismarck tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, N.D.) 1916-current, 1932-04-27

On the one hand we call for re-
turn Of prosperity. On the other we
choke 1t off by further depicting buy
ing power, by throwing additional per-
sons out of work and making more
misery. We ought to take another
course here.-Senator Tasker L. Oddie.
Nevada.
In spite Of centuries Of experience
and the gradual control Of disease at
ter disease. large proportion Of our
population still lives in the Dark
Ages In so far as personal care IS con-
cerned.-Ray Lyman Wilbur, secre-
tary Of the interior.
Take 1t from one who has trained
thousands Of them. who has lived and
flown with them for Is long years, the
first class flying man Is professional
General J. e. Fechet, United
States Army, retired.
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Until all nations lay down their
arms. We must possess an air force
that is ready to fly and fight when the
first cloud Of war appears on the hor-
lion and is capable Of expansion to
meet any emergency.-F. Trubee DAY.
ison, assistant secretary Of war.
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I regard the refusal Of standpat
Democrats and Republicans to give
relief to suffering people after giving
$4,000, 100000 in a dole to big bust
ness, as the most scandalous and indie
feasible preferring Of money to hui
man beings in my OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES
or Pinchot Of Pennsylvania.
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the elephant was his favorite animal.
Just for spite, monkeys ought to 60
on peanut strike.
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French socialists are accusing the
government Of advancing millions to
banks and neglecting the common
people. News from Washington to
Paris must travel fast.
A California man sold q strip OF
land an inch wide for SIS. From wha..
we know Of California real estate men,
It's a wonder he didn't try to subdi-
vide 1t.
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Somebody found q rock in Connec-
ticut the other day 277O00,0 900 years
old. Well, they certainly were a long
time finding It.
Copyright, 1892. NEA Service, Incl
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Poor Eurnne

While contemplating our own tax
burden with its steadily increasing
percentage Of the national income, 1t
will not be anaiss to consider the heavy
burdens borne by the citizens of Lead
ing European countries, If only to en-
visage our own future state, should
taxes continue to increase.
The average per capita income in
the United States is $739. OF this
amount 1913 per cent goes for taxes,
leaving net income OF 1868. Ger
tainly this tax percentage is at a
high level.
Looking at the leading European
countries. our tax burden does not ap-
pear so heavy. France, generally con-
sidered the most prosperous nation
in Europe. has per capita income of
1902 Of which taxes take 28 per cent.
The average Germans income is 1896
and he pays 2o.4 per cent in taxes.
The average per capita income in
England Is $409 and taxes absorb 22.7
per cent Of that amount. The Italian
must pay his government 27.9 per cent
Of his per capita income Of 500.
These heavy burdens of taxation in
Europe find definite and distressing
expression in standards Of living
which the average American cannot
comprehend. Heavy taxation helps to
keep millions of Europeans down to
the level of bare existence.
Such conditions as prevail in Eu-
rope should serve as q constant warn
ing to our taxing bodies. Whatever
part Of the national income goes for
government expense means that much
less for trade and industry, which arel
the factors controlling living stand
ards.
The American citizen may dislike
to bear tax burdens corresponding to
those which have oppressed Euro
peans for generations. Whether he
does or not, 1t is for him to say. He
must stop to consider how much of
his daily labor he will permit govern
ment to expend for governmental pur-
poses. And by so much as he fails to
utilize the power of his ballot for tax
will he find himself
dragged down to lower living stand
ards.