Capitol Notes on Pay Increases and Tax Proposals
Subcommittees reported the Pastore plan proposing an eight percent plus ceiling pay raise for Grade 15+ and postal salaries up to $800. Ramspeck and flat postal increases debated. House Ways and Means weighed taxation of pensions and annuities with exemption sunset. Labor Federal Security bill for 1952 ordered reported with savings measures and 5 percent personal services cut. Disabled WWII veterans urged to apply for up to 1600 aid before June 30. Probate and creditors notices from Montana court inform heirs and creditors of estates and filing deadlines.