Tariff and Tax Bills Dominate Congress This Week
Congress faces a busy week as the House Ways and Means Committee opens tax revision sessions and weighs a tariff bill aimed at raising about half a billion. Senate Finance plans discuss a clearing house of experts for rate changes while House fights over duties on cotton, petroleum, and related taxes amid embargo pressures.
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Believe Whiskey Combine Operates in Kansas City
Report states four men, including Tom Eagen, were arrested in Kansas City on a whiskey distribution scheme tied to a Pittsburgh trust. Officials say the operation drove whiskey prices down from 17 dollars a case as shipments moved through a network under railroad authority.
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JITNEYMEN WITHOUT PERMITS EXPECTED TO BE ARRESTED
Police warn Bridgeport jitneurs without Public Utilities Commission permits to cease driving immediately. Violations of the order will be followed by arrest, officials said last night.
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Hoover Relief Terms To Russia and Free Aid
Hoover outlines conditions for American relief to Russia stating aid would feed all children and invalids regardless of race or creed. He warns the immediate release of American prisoners in Russia is essential before relief can proceed, with the American Relief Administration coordinating funds and volunteers for urgent aid to the sick and children. He emphasizes humanitarian goals and noninvolvement in political controversy.
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Largest Crowd of Season Visits Coney Island
A massive turnout at Coney Island drew the largest crowd of the season with about 709,009 visitors. In the morning, 3,000 eager people queued for bath houses as lockers filled fast, while a moving van driver was arrested for converting his truck into a bath facility and disrupting the scene with companions.
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Murder in Bitter Chicago Feud Deepens Mystery
July 24 one man is dead and police search for Mmiliz Panico in a stabbing of Mrs. Virginia I sposite amid a Nineteenth ward political feud. The victim died after three stab wounds in a hallway before hospital transport. Police suspect Emilia Panico and a witness saw a woman with a stilietta matching her description.
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Factional Fighting Kills Several in Sarzano Province Italy
In Sarzano province Italian factions clash between Fascisti and Carabineers. Several people are reported killed as violence erupts around a roundabout. The Fascisti issue a manifesto condemning the Sarzan tragedy and vowing to suppress the threat while decrying savage acts.
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Italy to Proceed With Plan To End Riots
Rome reports the government won a confidence vote in the chamber of deputies by 166-? margin, enabling continued policy to suppress the fratricidal clash between extreme nationalists and communists raging in eastern regions.
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Truce in Ireland Holds and Ulster Autonomy Hints Rise
London reports the Irish truce remains intact as factions in the North and South seek a mutual plan under London. Belief grows that Ulster fiscal autonomy could shift attitudes, with Dublin restrained from outright rejection and hopes that De Valera may accept a status quo while pursuing Irish cooperation with the south. The Belfast public remains skeptical of immediate Republican concessions.
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Edison and Japan raise sleep and conference talks
A garbled dispatch blends a July report on Edison’s odd sleep theory and a Washington note about Japan seeking preconference assurances. It outlines Japan’s aims on China, vested rights, concessions, and potential Mandate issues alongside U. S. and British interests in Asia.
Earthquake Felt at San Francisco
San Francisco residents felt a slight earthquake shock at 9:315 oclock tonight causing momentary alarm across the city. No damage was reported as authorities assessed the tremor and noted its brevity and low intensity.
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Arrest of mysterious financial backer of Jennie T enterprise
New Haven July 24 police plan to arrest the financier behind the Jennie To run runners. The article recalls testimonies from Joseph Vas and others about a voyage to Block Island with threats and hints of a plot. An offshore schooner and covert meetings are described as part of the broader case.
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Auto Hits Trolley Killing Three People
A car struck a trolley car this afternoon in Burlington killing three occupants and injuring a fourth who may die. The victims include Mathac Fait McCiic, 24, and Baward 24, both of Riverside, plus another man. A six year old, Stephen Duasa, of Roebling, was later hit by a car and may die. he was taken to a Trenton hospital. A stolen auto with license CGS S53 was recovered from Middle Street near Fairfield Avenue.
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Stolen liquor haul from Philadelphia warehouse
A gang of armed men stole 350000 in liquor from a Philadelphia warehouse early today. The burglars loaded whiskey and wine into motor trunks as white guards watched and black crew members rolled out barrels. Police reported swift work and a chaotic scene in the depot area.
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Woman killed when car overturns near Barnstable
Miss Roberta Crawford of Philadelphia daughter of Commander Robert Cray died after a motor car skidded off the road near Barnstable while returning from Sandwich to Yarmouth. Two others suffered serious injuries from the crash and were taken to a hospital.
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Atlantic City Bars One Piece Bathing Suits
Atlantic City officials consider a ban on one piece bathing suits on beaches after an inspection tour of Pacific coast resorts. Chief Miller presented a report with photographs outlining policy options and public safety concerns.
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JAPAN ACCEPTANCE EXPECTED AT FAR EAST TALKS
Diplomatic circles in Torto believe the United States will reply to Japan’s view on participating in Far Eastern talks with assurances not to threaten Japanese interests. Japan may accept with reservations and freedom, without precommitment. Meanwhile Dr Yen of China promotes guiding principles to apply to future individual issues rather than pressing specific national claims.
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Auto fumes explosion injures man. burns reported
Dominielk Altern of 279 Wareat avenue was badly burned in an auto fumes explosion near Kossuth and Pembroke streets. Gasoline vapors caused first degree burns to his head and face and he was taken to St Vingent's hospital. A second incident injured 16 year old at 44 White street with a fracture from a porch fall. treatment by Dr. Konnbiut indicated no surgery needed.
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France and Britain Reach Silesia Compromise Announced
Paris reports Premier Briand announced a compromise with Britain over Silesia. France may withdraw demands for a experts meeting and seek a supreme council session by early August. Britain would join France in requesting safe passage for reinforcements through Germany to Silesia.
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Apportionment Board Considers Special Tax Today
The Apportionment Board is to take up special tax considerations this afternoon, including requests for funds totaling about 382,882.71. A $3,625 increase is needed to cover salaries after legislative boosts, plus $13,700 for unestimated county tax payments, with a prior provision of 392,000 covering a $125,790 bill. Other preexisting matters remain on the agenda.
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Tobacco crops suffer hail damage in town strike
In Burlington July 1944 tobacco growers report losses near 100000 from a destructive hail storm that ripped through Islington. Officials estimate all tobacco within a mile of the town center was destroyed.
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Middle Class Citizens on the Increase in U S
Washington July 34 the Tax Bureau release shows rising middle class share in 1919 income figures. It notes 5,822,760 returns filed with total net income $19.86 billion and taxes of $1.27 billion. Average income $2,724.04, tax $296.08. More details continued on page two.
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