Gifford Chosen to Lead Winter Relief Effort
Walter Sherman Gifford, 46, president of American Telephone and Telegraph, was chosen by President Hoover to organize America's winter unemployment relief. A calm, precise leader, he runs a vast facts driven operation and lives on Thimble Farm in North Castle, New York with two young sons.
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Angered Chauffeur Faces Rising Tension At Home
Leading Relief ordered the chauffeur to serve, the driver grew more irate. That night he returned home still angry, and tensions remained unresolved as events unfolded.
Chicago’s tax takings among 13 large cities stagnant
Chicago’s finances show a low take among 13 U.S. cities with populations over 500,000 in 1929. The Chicago total general property, special, and poll taxes was 28,890,000, the lowest of the group, while Buffalo reported 33,280,000 as the thirteenth city. The report notes the city’s financial set backs and evolving state tax legislation shaping its figures.
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Mr Gifford Apologizes After Brief Home Entrance
Mr Gifford offered a 20 minute apology before entering his home and gave the chauffeur a detailed compliment on the driver’s skill, praising the excellent driving.
Census Tax Revenue Compare City Dignities in 1930 Outlook
Census figures show New York led with over 6,000,000 residents and $467,837,000 in tax revenue, followed by Philadelphia near 2,000,000 with $96,023,000. Chicago, with over 3,000,000 population, lagged in tax collections. Experts note 1929 delinquencies and 1930 projections near $100,000,000 as per capita levies hover around $63.68. In Berlin, Conn, Alexander Wolk was fined for possessing mash and liquor despite claiming the still existed before purchase.
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