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>>There were more than 819 mumps cases on Oahu and 1,009 cases statewide. A Page B2 story on Wednesday incorrectly reported the number of cases on Oahu.

>> Island Voices by Geoffrey Avery should have read: “Since the general fund is made up of tax revenue from all residents and visitors, it is the best and only fair vehicle to pay for education.” His commentary on Page A11 Wednesday erroneously referred to the general excise tax as coming from all residents and visitors.