Reference : MM-1-21-581

Name of creator(s) : Michael Moerman

Scope and content : March 21, 1969. First, a chief complained to his assistant district officer regarding the drilling for groundwater, as there was no running water. There was not enough budget for a new drill. Second, a man came to complain about the water shortage because the dam in Mae Tang did not release any water; therefore Saraphi District had no water. The Chief District Officer was asked to manage water resources, but he said that it was outside of his duties. Third, a man asked for the day when he had to pay the taxes for land. Fourth, a man complained about the water shortage. The Chief District Officer had said that the water resources were deficient in all areas, even in the watershed areas. March 21, 1969. RA observed and noted the following. First, a woman asked for census record because her child needed it for study enrollment. There was a similar case, but the staff could not find the document. Second, the Sub-district Chief or “Kamnan” paid taxes on land and complained that they were expensive. But the officials said that the land value was quite high as well. Third, a man asked for a copy of birth registration because the date inscribed on his birth certificate and in another certificate did not match. Fourth, a sub-district headman came to ask about taxes on the land for his villagers. Although the staff explained politely, he could not understand. Fifth, a man came to complain about the water resource management for his land. After the complaint, there still was no water.

Extent and medium : Punch card