In a recent contest, the riders battled for honor, and money collected from the spectators.

Some money we collect each week from the Post Office.

"After everybody had put in their effort," he said, "their money to collect these, to see them go away, it's a shame."

He put down on the table the paper carrying both stories and the money collected for both funds.

There were contracts to close, bills to pay, money to collect.

"But the money, brother, the money that you collected!"

Students raise money - $60,000 last year - doing odd jobs and collecting donations.

Those working within Exchequer knew what money to collect because copies of the fine roll were sent to them in installments throughout the year.

Most money collected through property taxes funds local schools and county government.

"The money they collect stays in the community," he said.