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Lotteries for Schools

Record #:
17190
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Abstract:
In the Colonial Period and shortly afterwards lotteries were a way to raise money for academies, churches, bridges, canals, and other public works. Between 1797 and 1825 no less than $150,000 was raised in the state for school purposes. Although the current Legislature is hard pressed for sufficient funds for the schools, Hicklin doubts they will resort to this old-time approach.
Source:
The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 6 Issue 41, Mar 1939, p1, 13
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