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The Librarians wish to thank the Trustees for their cooperation and support throughout the past year.
Respectfully submitted,
LYDIA L. HARADEN
Librarian
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LIBRARIAN'S REPORT
STATISTICS
Number of volumes accessioned
19,713
Number of volumes January 1, 1938
13,634
Number of volumes added in 1938
786
Gift books
137
Purchased
649
Children's books
166
Adult books 620
Correct inventory as of January 1, 1939
9,946
Circulation including magazines
20,820
Circulation books
18,547
Main Library
6,775
Branch Library
11,772
Books, non-fiction, adult
988
Main Library
516
Branch Library
472
Books, non-fiction, juvenile
581
Main Library
121
Branch Library
460
Books, fiction, adult
13,363
Main Library
5,001
Branch Library
8,362
Books, fiction, juvenile
3,615
Main Library
1,137
Branch Library
2,478
Circulation periodicals
2,273
Main Library
1,331
Branch Library
942
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Borrowers
673
Main Library
Adult
178
Juvenile
80
258
Branch Library
Adult
234
Juvenile
181
415
BOOKS CLASSIFIED
Adult
Juvenile
000-General Works
81
3
100-Philosophy
32
19
200-Religion
18
58
300-Sociology
113
85
400-Language
0
12
500-Science
75
68
600-Useful Arts
120
115
700-Fine Arts
64
24
800-Literature
74
61
900-909, 930-999-History
143
63
910-919-Travel
151
55
B920-Biography
117
18
Fiction
13,363
3,615
14,351
4,196
Total books
18,547
REPORT OF THE CEMETERY COMMISSIONERS
To the Citizens of the Town of Hamilton:
Greetings : The Cemetery Commissioners submit herewith their report for the year ending December 31, 1938.
No new lots were laid out this year, as we felt that we had land enough developed at the present time. Several of the endowed lots and pathways in the old part of the cemetery were dug up and reseeded.
Due to the very wet summer the Superintendent had to work very hard to keep things in shape. The fine appearance of the Cemetery is due wholly to his hard work, and the Commission wishes to thank him for his efforts.
In cooperation with the Finance Committee a second-hand model A Ford truck was purchased to replace our model T Ford which has become obsolete.
We wish to thank all Town officials for their cooperation and advice.
Respectfully submitted,
EVERETT F. HALEY R. A. WHIPPLE L. C. FOSTER
REPORT OF HAMILTON COMMITTEE ON UNEMPLOYMENT
To the Citizens of Hamilton:
Greetings: The Town appropriated for the purpose of Unem- ployment Relief $11,500.00 on March 7, 1938. This amount with the balance of $5,423.31 on January 1, 1938 made $16,923.31 available.
Of this amount $3,665.90 was expended for wages and $10,432.10 for materials, trucking, etc. The balance on December 31, 1938 for Unemployment was $2,825.31.
All monies voted by the Town for Unemployment purposes are expended under the direction of the Selectmen. It is the duty of the Committee on Unemployment to consider each applicant and if needy assign the amount of work to which each is entitled as follows, viz: A single man who supports only himself receives one and a half days a week or six dollars; a man with more than one dependent receives three days a week or twelve dollars, which is the maximum amount per week allowable.
We wish to thank the Selectmen and other Town officials for their hearty co-operation in helping us to carry out the projects and routine work.
Respectfully submitted,
GEORGE H. SPRAGUE SAMUEL J. TYACK HAROLD E. PORTER HENRY C. JACKSON
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REPORT OF THE ASSESSORS
1938
Value of buildings
$3,514,800 00
Value of land 1,424,710 00
Value of real estate
Value of personal estate
$4,939,510 00 547,873 00
Total valuation of town
$5,487,383 00
Tax on real estate
$124,969 60
Tax on personal estate
13,861 19
Tax on polls
1,336 00
Total tax levy
140,166 79
Rate per thousand
$25 30
Number of horses
204
Number of cows
69
Number of neat cattle
49
Number of swine
10
Number of fowl
5621
Number of sheep
73
Number of acres of land
8799
Number of dwellings
8797
Number of persons and corporations assessed :
Personal estate only
73
Personal and real estate
159
Real estate only
619
EXPENDITURES
Town Appropriations
$156,957 09
Deficit in Overlay Prior Year 1,552 23
State Tax (1938 Estimates)
6,560 00
State Tax (1937 Underestimates)
607 50
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State Audit
449 26
State Parks (1938 Estimates)
122 35
State Parks (1937 Underestimates)
36 03
County Tax (1938 Estimates)
8,145 00
County Tax (1937 Underestimates)
172 06
Tuberculosis Hospital
2,119 15
Overlay of current year
2,396 18
Total Expenditures
$179,116 85
ESTIMATED RECEIPTS AND AVAILABLE FUNDS
Income Tax
$14.934 08
Corporation Tax
279 38
Motor Vehicle Excise
7,200 00
Licenses
1,150 00
Fines
100 00
Grants and Gifts
625 00
Special Assessments (Moth)
1,000 00
Protection of Persons and Property
200 00
Highways
50 00
Charities (other than Federal Grants)
4,000 00
Old Age Assistance (other than Federal Grants)
3,725 00
Soldiers' Benefits
1,040 00
Schools
75 00
Libraries
15 00
Cemeteries (other than from Trust Funds
and Sale of Lots) 450 00
Interest on Taxes and Assessments
1,000 00
Veterans' Exemptions
5 88
Refunds 100 00
Total Estimated Receipts
$35,949 34
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Appropriations Voted by Town Meeting from available funds 3,000 00
Total Estimated Receipts and Avail- able funds $38,949 34
Net Amount to be raised by taxation on polls and property $140,167 51
SUMMARY
668 Polls @ $2.00 $ 1,336 00
Personal Property Valuation of $547,873
@ $25.30 Rate 13,861 19
Real Estate Valuation of $4,939,510.00
@ $25.30 Rate 124,969 60
Gain on account of fractions 72
Total Tax levied on Polls and Property $140,167 51 To the Taxpayers of Hamilton :
As soon as a person sells or transfers their car they should return to the Assessors a proof of sale. This form can be obtained from the dealer or apply at the Assessors' office and fill out a blank, stating when and to whom the car was sold.
The 1939 tax rate on motor vehicles is $35.90 per thousand. This is an increase of 75 cents per thousand over 1938.
Applications for abatements of any kind of tax will not be accepted by the Board unless filed within the time provided by law and on a form approved by the Commissioner.
Within the year there is to be an Assessors' planning project of all real estate in Hamilton by the W. P. A. The Assessors
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hope that all real estate owners will cooperate with this project as much as possible.
Please read all printing on your tax bill.
Respectfully submitted,
JESSE S. MANN ROBERT H. CHITTICK DONALD G. TRUSSELL Assessors.
REPORT OF THE DEPARTMENT OF WEIGHTS AND MEASURES
To the Honorable Board of Selectmen:
Gentlemen: I have the honor to submit to you the annual report of the Department of Sealer of Weights and Measures for the year ending December 31, 1938.
Adjusted
Sealed
Non- Con- sealed demned
Scales :
Platform over 5000
. .
2
. .
. .
Platform under 5000
. .
· · . .
Counter over 100
2
6
. .
. .
Counter under 100
2
. .
. .
Spring under 100
3
18
. .
. .
Spring over 100
. .
2
. .
. .
Computing under 100
3
. .
. .
Person Weigher (slot)
. .
2
. .
1
Prescription
. .
1
. .
. .
Weights :
Avoirdupois
16
55
. .
. .
Apothecary
9
20
. .
Volumetric Measures :
Liquid measures over 1 gal. ..
11
. .
·
Liquid measures under 1 gal. . .
9
. .
.
Automatic Liquid-measuring Devices :
Stops on pumps
6 36
. .
. .
Gasoline meter systems
1
19
. .
1
Oil pumps
. .
15
. .
. .
. .
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Linear measures :
Yardsticks 3
. .
Sealing Fees
$31 11
Adjusting Fees
2 70
Total paid to Treasurer
$33 81
Sealer's salary
$200 00
Stationery
8 00
Robinson Seal Co. (equipment)
21 33
Transportation
70 55
Total
$299 88
Trial Weighings and Measurements of Commodities Sold or Put Up for Sale
Commodity
Tested
Correct
Under
Over
Beans
16
11
2
3
Bread
64
16
18
30
Butter
39
27
3
9
Coal in paper bags
11
6
2
3
Coal in transit
1
. .
·
1
Confectionery
10
9
1
. .
Sugar
54
27
2
25
Flour
57
48
6
3
Fruit and vegetables
16
2
6
8
Grain and feed
15
9
4
2
Lard
22
-7
. .
15
Potatoes
25
15
5
5
Coconut
11
5
. .
6
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Cake
16
4
1
11
Macaroni
11
. .
11
Coffee
15
. .
. .
15
Total
378
181
50
147
Peddlers' Licenses
16
Transient Vendor's License
1
Peddlers' Scales (Checked)
16 OK
Ice Scales (Checked 4)
4 0K
Respectfully submitted,
ERVING O. MAXWELL
Sealer
REPORT OF THE SURVEYOR OF HIGHWAYS
To the Voters of the Town of Hamilton:
The following report of the Highway Department for the year ending December 31, 1938 is respectfully submitted.
Again in 1938 the oil and tar roads have received the maximum attention of the Highway schedule. About 2 to 21/2 miles of oil roads have been added during this year. Also 29,534 gallons of asphalt have been applied to the streets. Cold-patch, amounting to 3,190 gallons, was mixed and used for patching holes and shoulders.
The gravel roads have had their usual care of scraping and patching. Sagamore Street was graded and graveled under a W. P. A. project. Two coats of oil were applied, the oil and sand being furnished by the Highway Department.
Catch-basins and pipes were kept free and clear by periodical cleanings.
Work under Chapter 90 Maintenance consisted of about 8,746 gallons of asphalt as a seal-coat being applied to Essex Street from the Essex Line to Four Corners and on Highland Street from the so-called Gail Avenue to Winthrop Street, and 410 tons of pea stone for cover. One catch-basin on Essex Street was rebuilt under this same program.
In closing I again wish to express my sincere appreciation to the Town officials, all other departments and to the citizens of the Town for their splendid co-operation.
Respectfully submitted,
LELAND D. THOMPSON
Surveyor of Highways
REPORT OF THE PARK DEPARTMENT
To the Citizens of the Town of Hamilton:
The Board of Park Commissioners herewith submit their annual report.
During the past year the usual maintenance work has been carried on at Cutler Park, Memorial Green and Chebacco Park.
We were fortunate in securing Mr. Loring Cook to take charge of the work and he deserves considerable credit for the fine appear- ance of the parks.
A W. P. A. project was prepared and submitted for improve- ments at Chebacco Park. This project included the removal of tree stumps, trimming trees, cutting brush, building a new road- way, fence and a sandy beach and also the removal of weeds from the bottom of the lake. This would make an attractive park and swimming spot at a very small cost to the Town.
The State Board of Health tested and approved the water for swimming purposes and recommended the construction of bath houses, toilets and drinking water facilities. We were unable to assume the expense of complying with these recommendations, so therefore the project was rejected.
We wish to extend our appreciation to Mr. Loring Cook for his sincere interest and cooperation, the Board of Selectmen, Highway Surveyor and all others who have assisted us during the past year.
Respectfully submitted,
RAYMOND H. STONE HENRY A. RAUCH FRANCIS H. WHIPPLE
Park Commissioners.
REPORT OF THE HAMILTON WPA AGENT
To the Citizens of the Town of Hamilton :
This report covers the period from January 1, 1938 to Decem- ber 31, 1938.
During the twelve months the Federal Government paid $34,949.88 for wages to the residents of Hamilton. At the present time the payroll is $900.00 a week.
We also received 2018 articles of clothing and the following food :
4,905 lbs. apples
15,889 lbs. flour
1,022 lbs. dried apples
2,064 cans grapefruit juice
2,025 lbs. butter 550 lbs. lard substitute
3,808 lbs. beans 800 cans evaporated milk
500 lbs. wheat cereal
11,360 lbs. oranges
5,920 lbs. cabbage
6,475 lbs. potatoes
1,799 lbs. celery
1,764 lbs. sweet potatoes
1,140 lbs. carrots 660 lbs. pears
570 lbs. prunes
1,824 cans peas
588 lbs. plums
1,025 lbs. raisins
1,900 lbs. rice
588 lbs. potato starch
756 lbs. tomatoes
The government value of the above commodities is $5,695.37.
A great many roads were improved under the W. P. A. program during the year. Central Avenue was completed and given a permanent finish. Sagamore Street was rebuilt and oiled. Wash- ington Avenue and Lois Street were rebuilt and will be oiled later in the spring.
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The Moth Project was operated during the winter months. A great many trees are taken care of through this project that could not possibly be taken care of otherwise.
A total of 1422 feet of water pipe was laid on Main and Asbury Streets.
During the hurricane a great many trees were blown down and these trees were cut and the stumps removed by W. P. A. labor.
The House Numbering Project was completed and numbers were assigned to all buildings.
A Library Project was started and when completed will furnish a complete set of cross index cards for the Main and Branch Library and also a shelf list for the Main Library. All the books are being cleaned and mended at the same time.
I wish to take this opportunity to thank the Selectmen for their cooperation and assistance so generously given.
Respectfully submitted,
ALEXINA D. MORROW
REPORT OF THE BOARD OF WATER COMMISSIONERS
The Board of Water Commissioners hereby submit their fourth annual report for the year ending December 31, 1938.
During the spring a W. P. A. project for the extension of fire prevention mains along Main and Asbury Streets was undertaken. A section of approximately 1000 feet of 10-inch and 400 feet of 12-inch main was laid.
Beyond routine maintenance of the existing system, expendi- tures were kept at a minimum in view of the new water system. which the Town voted to install.
In our report of last year the Board recommended the purchase of a part of the Mandell property as a source of water supply and a site for a reservoir and inserted an article in the Warrant to cover same.
At the Annual Town Meeting, held March 7, 1938, the Town voted to purchase this property, thus taking the first step toward a water system for the Town after many years of investigation and debate. Title to this property was transferred to the Town on June 30, 1938.
Early in the summer a group of citizens petitioned the Board of Selectmen to make application for a Federal grant made avail- able under a new P. W. A. program.
Upon receipt of a grant of $89,145.00 this Board was asked to make a survey of a system and the number of potential takers and engaged the firm of Whitman & Howard to act as Town Engineers on the project. Their report and recommendations were placed before the Town at a special meeting held on August 24, 1938, at which time the Town unanimously voted to construct a water system of approximately ten miles at an estimated cost of $198,100.00.
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In October of 1938 work was started on the installation of wells, and the State and Federal authorities have approved the water obtained both as to quality and quantity. On January 30, 1939, the general contract for the installation of the water system was awarded to the John MacDonald Construction Company.
Rapid progress is expected as soon as weather conditions will permit and completion of the system is anticipated in the early fall.
We desire at this time to extend our thanks to all the Town officials for their friendly cooperation and all who have assisted us in carrying on for the benefit of the Town.
Respectfully submitted, LAWRENCE E. ANDERSON GEORGE E. SMITH HAROLD L. KNOWLTON
REPORT OF POLICE DEPARTMENT
To the Honorable Board of Selectmen:
Gentlemen: I herewith submit my report of the work per- formed by the Police Department for the year ending Decem- ber 31, 1938.
Total number of arrests during year, 31 ; divided as follows :
Male 28
Female
3
Adults 27
Minors 4
Native born 25
Foreign born
6
Residents
14
Non-residents
17
CLASSIFICATION OF CRIME
Drunks 15
Vagrancy
1
Non-support
2
Breaking, entering and larceny
2
Driving under the influence of liquor
5
Operating without a license
1
Disturbing the peace
2
Stubborn child 1
Stealing an auto
2
DISTRICT COURT
Disposition of Cases
Released without arraignment 11
Sentenced to House of Correction 1
Sentenced and put on probation 5
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Fined
4
Appealed to Superior Court 4
Placed on file . 3
Sentenced to State Farm, Bridgewater 2
Sent to Shirley School
1
SUPERIOR COURT
Found guilty 4
ARRESTS MADE BY OFFICERS
Fredericks 24
Poole 6
Whipple 1
Arrests for out-of-town police 6
Persons held at local police station and later released ... 12
SUMMONS SERVED
For out-of-town police by local police 12
AUTOMOBILE REGULATION :
Licenses revoked by Registrar of Motor Vehicles. 11
Registrations revoked by Registrar and plates returned by local police 9
Automobile transfers by individuals. 63
Automobile transfers by Class 1 dealers 84
REPORTS MADE BY THE CHIEF OF POLICE
To the Commissioner of Correction 1
To the Registrar of Motor Vehicles 10
To the Probation Officer 12
MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENTS REPORTED
Causing injuries to persons 4
Causing damage to property only 9
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TRANSPORTATION OF PERSONS
Taken to hospital 12
Taken to their own homes 7
10
Taken to doctor's office for treatment
COMPLAINTS INVESTIGATED
Frederick 297
Poole 89
Southwick 15
Whipple 37
MISCELLANEOUS
Automobiles reported stolen 1
Automobiles recovered 4
Lights reported out 125
Dangerous wires reported 15
Obstructions in the street reported to Highway Surveyor 4
Obstructions in the street reported to Tree Warden 2
Police assistance to out-of-town officers 15
Property reported stolen (value) $700
Property recovered (value) $475
I wish to express my appreciation for the assistance ren- dered me by the Board of Selectmen, the Highway Depart- ment, the Tree Warden, and all citizens of the Town of Hanı- ilton who have assisted in the work of the Police Department, especially at the time of the hurricane.
I also wish to express my appreciation and gratitude to the officers of the Hamilton Police Department for their excellent spirit of co-operation at all times.
Respectfully submitted,
EDWARD FREDERICK,
Chief of Police.
REPORT OF THE BOARD OF PUBLIC WELFARE
To the Citizens of the Town of Hamilton:
Greetings: The Public Welfare Department is constantly assuming larger responsibilities. The trend of the last few years has been to place more of a burden on the department through legislation. Adequate relief and service are increas- ingly demanded by the needy and must be granted by the de- partment.
All taxpayers are naturally interested in the efficient and economical administration of relief. New application blanks, signed under the penalties of perjury, were installed this year and have proved an asset to the department in determining the needy cases and possible sources of income.
Following the practice started in 1935, we again engaged the services of Hugh A. Doherty as investigator. Mr. Do- herty passed away in March. He had made many friends in town during his three years here. His experience as a mem- ber of the Board of Public Welfare in his home town of Stone- ham for eighteen years proved very valuable to your board and his guidance and kindly smile have been greatly missed.
The board was very fortunate in securing the services of our present agent, Francis H. Whipple, to take Mr. Doherty's place. In view of the fact he had previously devoted consid- erable time and study to the subject, he is well qualified to handle our welfare problem. His personality has been an asset in carrying out this work. Mr. Whipple has proven a keen understanding of the problems that face the town during these trying times. He has made a thorough investigation of all cases. Under his direction savings have been made and the queston of doubtful settlements have been cleared up.
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In the past years the Welfare appropriation has been made in one lump sum. At present the Federal Government de- mands that the appropriation be divided into six parts, namely : General Relief, General Relief Administration; Old Age Assis- tance, Old Age Assistance Administration ; Aid to Dependent Children and Aid to Dependent Children Administration.
AID TO DEPENDENT CHILDREN
There were three cases receiving this aid during 1938. The State Budget System is used as a guide in determining the amount of aid, and cash is usually granted. The State and Federal Government participate in all aid given. Quarterly visits are made to the homes by the local investigator in accord- ance with law.
According to the law, each Aid to Dependent Children case shall be reconsidered at least once a year in order to determine its worthiness.
OLD AGE ASSISTANCE
The number on the Old Age Assistance roll is 35. The amounts given these recipients are not uniform but are based on the actual needs of the individuals. It is not a pension and should not be looked upon as such but rather as an assist- ance to those of advanced age and in need of aid. These cases have been carefully investigated and we have endeavored, to the best of our ability, to show equal consideration to the appli- cants as well as to the taxpayers of our town.
The net monthly per capita cost for 1938 cases averages $28.85.
With proposed legislation before the General Court which. if enacted, will lower the age limit and increase the amount of assistance for eligibles to Old Age Assistance, it is impos-
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sible to accurately anticipate the budget for 1939. It is esti- mated that more than 50 local residents may come under the sixty year limitation which is fixed as the requirement in several proposed bills.
GENERAL. RELIEF
Under existing conditions we find that the demands under this heading have materially increased over those of last year. Most of the new cases were from people who lived in town but had settlements outside of Hamilton. Careful considera- tion must be given to cases with outside settlements when ren- dering aid where it is expected that reimbursement will be made.
It is a deplorable fact that only three boys availed themselves of the opportunity to enlist in the Civilian Conservation Corps during the past year when more vacancies existed.
HAMILTON GENERAL AID COSTS, 1938
57 cases, 181 persons $13,881 14
Total expended Credits
Commonwealth of Massachusetts. $2,969 83
Other cities and towns 1,831 31
4,801 14
Net cost of General Aid $9,080 00
AID TO DEPENDENT CHILDREN
2 cases, 4 persons
Total expended
$840 89 Credits United States Grants $190 01
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Commonwealth of Massachusetts 296 00
486 01
Net cost Aid to Dependent Children $354 88
OLD AGE ASSISTANCE
40 cases
Total amount expended for assistance $11,705 13
Credits
United States Grants for O. A. A. outlay
$4,982 32
Commonwealth of Massachusetts 3,609 06
Other Cities and Towns 282 35
8,873 73
Net cost for assistance 2,831 40
The Board is fully conscious of its duty of making necessary provision for those who are unable to provide for themselves and at the same time we are striving to keep expenditures down to a minimum. We wish to thank the various Town officials and individuals who have in any way assisted in our work.
Respectfully submitted,
WALFRED B. SELLMAN JOHN H. PERKINS EDWARD A. DEWITT
REPORT OF THE BOARD OF SELECTMEN
To the Citizens of Hamilton:
The Board of Selectmen hereby submit their annual report for the year ending December 31, 1938.
W. P. A.
Work under the various governmental agencies was carried on, all of which is of permanent value to the Town. Several streets were rebuilt and extension of the pipe line in South Hamilton was continued. Due to government aid, our cost of the damage due to the hurricane in September was greatly reduced. A ruling by the W. P. A. officials, whereby only projects which would take care of all men on one job would be approved, pre- vented the Board from constructing the sidewalk on one side of Walnut Street, as authorized by the voters at the last Annual Meeting. In view of the above ruling and the proposed installa- tion of the water system throughout the Town, the Board deemed it advisable to wait until this work would be completed before undertaking any sdewalk construction. A detailed account of this department will be found in the report of the W. P. A. agent.
ROADS
The established policy of constructing some permanent road under the supervision of the State and County was continued on Asbury Street. The Board has always felt that this work is a good investment, but because of our desire to reduce appropria- tions, a smaller sum will be recommended for the coming year.
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MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM
In accordance with the vote at the annual and special meet- ings, land and equipment was purchased to install a municipal water system. Sometime during the latter part of this year should see the completion of this work, an event which the Town has looked forward to for many years.
TAX RATE
In the years of 1936. 1937, and 1938, this Town enjoyed a reduction in its tax rate. The prospect for 1939 is an increase in the rate, despite the decreased appropriations recommended by your Town officials for the coming year. These economies are offset by extravagant State spending. A return to a "pay-as-you- go policy" and payments of accumulated deficits as recommended by the Governor means a rise in the State Tax. While your Board feels that the effect of this increase will not prove as alarming as has been forecasted, it brings home to us very clearly, that from now on the cost of Federal and State government will enter our daily lives. With welfare and relief costs soaring, we wonder when the straining point will be reached by those who pay the bills. The sum of $4100, which the Town received last year from the distribution of gas tax receipts was put aside for this year. This savings and other economies enable your Board to reduce the Unemployment Appropriation in order to partially offset the increase in the State Tax.
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