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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1919
Page
20
The article explains that deductions are allowed for charitable contributions made in the taxable year to qualified religious, charitable, and scientific organizations. The deduction is limited to 15 percent of the taxpayer's net income computed without this paragraph and must not benefit private individuals or private stockholders.
A recent ruling by John F. Malley, IRS collector, extends filing time by 45 days if a tentative return is filed by the due date with at least a quarter of estimated tax. Deductions require organization details for each contribution and fair market value for noncash gifts. A $200 credit per dependent also applies, regardless of head of family status. The installment sales tax rule allocates income by gross profit proportion. defaulted payments trigger full income recognition.
Guidance on depreciation for sold or repossessed pianos and buildings. How to treat profits, returns of capital, and depreciation deductions when a dealer recovers a piano, or a building is demolished or condemned. Provides formulas and scenarios for deducting losses and determining income.
The first step is to determine net income as if no deductions for contributions or gifts to the corporation exist. If the total contributions do not exceed 15 percent of that net income, the full amount of contributions is allowed.
Ellen O'Leary matron of a Lowell Massachusetts children's home reports using Father John's Medicine during a recent grip epidemic. She claims the remedy kept most of the 40 to 50 children from illness and aided the few who fell ill with quick relief.
Salem March 5 Everett W Lord federal director for Massachusetts United States Employment Service warned at the Masonic Club that industry trends are upward and a labor shortage is likely within six months due to a coming business boom. He noted no serious unemployment in Massachusetts or New England and that returning soldiers are quickly placed. Many war workers have found new jobs while textile mills run on part time to avoid layoffs.
Washington March A Mitchell Palmer was sworn in today as Attorney General of the United States succeeding Thomas W Gregory. Chief Justice White administered the oath. Palmer said the department would enforce laws promptly and impartially for all, with strong American men serving the country. Francis P Garvan became alien property custodian today.
A niovena in honor of St Joseph will be held at St Augustine's Church in South Boston. It opens Monday March 10 and concludes with services on Wednesday March 19.
The Rev Dr William Harman van Allen to preach at St James North Cambridge and at Christ Church Portsmouth and in Baltimore and a Good Friday service in New York City. Lectures include The Case for Armenia by Dr H S Jelalian. Edmund Rousmaniere and George A Smith to speak at New York and Discples respectively. Various talks on education mental deficiency reeducation war blinded and missionary work scheduled through March.
Navy announces Rear Admiral Joseph W. Oman will become Governor of the Virgin Islands, succeeding Rear Admiral James H. Oliver who has retired. Oman presently commands the Second Naval District with headquarters in Newport Rhode Island.
Captain Harry Comerais will recount days and nights in the trenches and battles he fought at the annual Bay State Automobile Association dinner at Hotel Victoria. Major General Clarence R. Edwards will attend as guest. Sir Henry Rawson will entertain with his view of America after singing The Star Spangled Banner via long distance phone.
The National War Labor Board in executive session here today upheld the right to organize and bargain collectively in several disputes. Employers were warned against opposing unionism, equal pay for equal work was ordered in two cases, and discharged workers for union affiliations were reinstated where applicable.
A historic labor crisis emerges as employers demand rise with postwar building, merchant marine needs, and farm work. Immigration cuts shrink the supply, while up to 1,250,000 foreign-born residents have sought passports and potentially 2,000,000 may return home. The U S Employment Service with 500 offices and 1850 veteran bureaus pivots to matching workers.
The figures from the employment service show a large pool of nearly 3000 men and women seeking work, highlighting ongoing opportunities for those who meet employer requirements. The report stresses a critical need for more industrial training and notes plans to aid training through schools and by itself in shops and factories.
At Rockland Maine March 5 minor accidents interrupted trials of the destroyer McDermut and Ford Eagle Boat No 2. McDermut hit a boiler tube but completed a four hour fuel and water test. Eagle Boat No 2 developed trouble in the main turbine off Belfast and returned for temporary repairs before heading to New London for overhaul. Best speed of the Eagle boat was 17 12 knots, one knot below contract.
The Post promises a premier feature next Sunday about Guynemer the French ace who flew away in the clouds never to return. It highlights his exploits and presents one of the best installments yet published detailing his life as France’s premier airman.
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