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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1910
Page
5
The message marks the twenty ninth year of the company in Athens. It speaks of progress and gratitude for the South on this first day of 1910, contrasts labor disputes and corruption elsewhere, and extends wishes for happiness and peace to Athens and all Americans. It notes national troubles yet pride in southern resilience.
Washington December 31 corporation tax imposed by the 1909 act becomes effective tomorrow and retroactive for the year ending today. It levies 1 percent on net income above 5 000 for all corporations, with United States Steel Corp earning 122 244 930 and facing a tax of 1 332 449, while Standard Oil and others face varied amounts. Legal challenges to the tax are expected, possibly reaching the Supreme Court for an early decision.
Delegates from Georgia churches gather for the interdenominational Laymen’s Missionary Movement convention in Macon January 21 to 23, 1910. Expected 1500 delegates, notable speakers cover global evangelism, fundraising, and education efforts with railroad discounts and hotel plans.
On December 31 in Guthrie Oklahoma the last day of high Pullman fares arrives as the Corporation Commission order, agreed by the Pullman company, takes effect tomorrow. Berth rates drop about 25 percent and seat rates about 40 percent.
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