Couzens Claims Retaliation Behind Tax Hit on Ford Stock
Senator Couzens of Michigan alleges an added tax of 10.861 million dollars on his Ford stock sale in 1919. He accuses Thompson and Black of crafting the computation to target Henry Ford amid political fights with Truman Newberry, suggesting the Treasury acted to discredit Ford. He warns of consequences if the tax is enforced and questions the timing.
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Bigamous marriage ends in annulment for nurse
Margaret Heffernan of Stamford wins annulment after discovering Samuel J Williams of Port Chester had a prior marriage. He confessed after fear and conflict over the phone, leaving her in seclusion in a Kent residence. A decree of annulment was granted by Judge Nickerson. Williams had vanished from the state.
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Doctor Thompson of Congress Library Killed by Train
Dr. T. Thompson acting chief of the division of documents at the Congress Library was killed crossing railroad tracks in Maryland. The incident occurred near Wasitngton as a Baltimore and Ohio line train struck him while he attempted to cross. He had held posts at facilities in several states including Maryland, South Dakota and Minnesota.
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Post Office Announces New Third Class Rate Change
Bridgeport post office issues notice of new third class postage rates effective April 15. Charge 1 1/2 cents per 2 ounces or fraction up to 2 ounces, except for seeds plants and plant products remaining at 1 cent per 2 ounces for parcels not exceeding 2 ounces. Permit stamps required and governed by Postal Laws and Regulations section 49 percent.
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Radiophone Gift From Cardinal Mundelein To Pope
In Rome on March 18 Cardinal Mundelein of Chicago sent the pope a radiophone encased in a fine cabinet with carved features. The device cannot broadcast from the United States, yet it can receive programs from Spain Germany and Switzerland.
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George
Printed Silks For Spring Frocks Arrive In Colorful Range
Printed silks priced at $1.98 showcase forty color combinations and patterns just arrived. High quality crepe de chine fabrics suitable for frocks ensembles coat linings blouses and scarves. Large assortment includes dark satin options to suit spring fashion. 10 inches wide.
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