Taft’s plan to tax corporations sent to Senate
The Taft plan proposes a 2 percent tax on net earnings of corporations and insurance firms with exemptions for expenses and a $5,000 income threshold. It targets substantial data gathering for assessments while promising safeguards against misuse. Enforcement rests with the internal revenue commissioner.
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Fatal end to pursuit in Maryland murder case
In St Michaels Maryland at dawn a fugitive accused of killing May Edith Thompson Woodill chose suicide rather than capture. He fired a fatal shot in a skiff, ending a saga that tied to Baltimore Washington and Los Angeles society figures while the mystery remained unsolved. The man had used an assumed name and lured the victim to a bungalow party before the fatal pursuit.
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Katharine Gould Wins Separation From Howard Gould
After a nearly three week trial in New York, Katharine Clemmons Gould obtained a legal separation from Howard Gould. The court set $36,000 yearly alimony, rejected $260,000, and awarded counsel fees totaling $17,000 plus expenses. The judge noted alleged intoxication may stem from excitement and found Dustin Farnum involvement occurred after separation.
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Senate Nears End of Debates on Schedules
The Senate moves toward final debates on proposed schedules as lawmakers push to close discussions tonight. Party leaders signal agreement on key timing and procedural steps to wrap the issue.
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Senate Passes Scrap Iron Duty Raise Amid Tax Debate
Washington June 25 The senate finished a long day with key tax discussions pending next week and adopted without change the Scrap iron duty increase from 50 cents to 2 60 per ton, while other measures rose varying margins. Senator Crawford called the move protection gone mad as Penrose pushed oil amendments amid debates on oil fields of Mexico and independent producers.
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Endowment Drive Aims to Raise 250000 for Wesleyan College
Macon Ga June 25 Special President W N Ainsworth of Wesleyan college has nearly perfected plans for a 250000 endowment drive. He is finalizing guiding steps while continuing to secure funds and recruit students for another year. Prospects for the institution remain bright.
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Gould Vindicated in Open Trial After Bitter Suit
Mr. Shearn expressed jubilation at Judes Dowling's decision, claiming a sweeping vindication of Mrs Gould and noting her dowry rights in Howard Gould’s property at 3 million dollars. Mrs Gould proclaimed complete vindication and extreme gratitude to supporters, while remaining open to future actions.
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Senate Acts On McLendon Suspension Case Hearings Planned
Governor Smith suspends railroad commissioner S G McLendon citing breaches of platform principles. Senate moves to appoint a mixed committee to hear and collect evidence, while the house debates hearing methods. McLendon requests immediate hearing and replies ready.
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Joseph M. Brown Becomes Governor Today
The photograph captures Joseph M. Brown leaning against a tree at his Marietta home reading congratulatory telegrams the day after last year’s primary, as he prepares to assume the governorship.
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Marietta
Wanted adoption for 8 year old boy in The Constitution
A desperate plea appears in The Constitution wanting a couple to adopt an 8 year old boy. His father, J B Ransome, died at Peachtree Creek bridge in June 1908, leaving his sister Mrs M S L Ransome to raise him until she seeks a stable home. The child, bright and handsome with German features, may be found at the Constitution office.
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Little Girl Lost but She Kept Her Nerve
A four year old girl Sally May Brantley wandered from her mother near College Park in Atlanta. Police reunited child with Mrs DeLBanticx of Fairburn after the girl calmly described her surroundings. The mother arrived within minutes and the pair returned home, the child credited with her cool composure.
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Brown to Take Oath of Office at Noon
Georgia Governor elect Joseph M Brown expected to take the oath at noon in the hall of the House of Representatives. Chief Justice Willem H. Fish to administer the oath. Brown plans a simple ceremony with no official transport plans or tickets.
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Weather Prophecy Showers Deluges Forecasted Saturday
Local forecast predicts showers on Saturday with light variable winds. Temperature details and rainfall data are incomplete but indicate a light shower event. Record shows rainfall near 0.55 inches in the last 24 hours and 6.69 inches excess since January, with normal temperatures noted.
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