Income tax rates to be cut seeks 25 percent cap
Washington March 15 chairman of the Ways and Means committee forecasts a reduction of billions in the nation's taxes for 1926. He says the administration aims to lower the maximum rate to 25 percent and maintain other income levies. Treasury estimates show a substantial year end surplus, with receipts outrunning expectations while refunds may rise, and tax preparation work to begin in Congress.
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Congress
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Eisa
Indictment in Wolintock Case Surrounds Shepherd Fages
A Wolinstock grand jury indicted Shepherd Fages in a convoluted case linked to William Met fintoch Md and Onvhan. Testimony touched on letters and meetings about a securities crime and a $30,000 note. Prosecutor Savage described statements by Marchand and others. The proceedings, held in a university setting, reflect a broader conspiracy narrative and featured a key exchange involving a handwritten letter.
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Onvhan
Ron de Las Derwnine
Acon Usseon
Crone
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O'Connor
Marchand
Sasage
yeoClerk
Nbury Man Found Dead in Dooryard
A Nbury man, 68, was found dead in the dooryard of his home on King Street near Danbury this morning. He was a retired farmer, Widkeskey Jeff, who had been at his home yesterday afternoon and reached his door last night. He died today, attributed to natural causes by the medical examiner.
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Farat Keskey
King Street
Danbury
Perth
Pastor Dies Donates Body to Medical Study
Hartford March 15 Revered Ernest DeF Hel died Thursday at his Trinity Episcopal church services read his farewell note urging doctors to use parts of his body for pathological study to advance disease research He requested no memorial service and for the funeral to be as simple as possible
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Ernest Def Hel
Trinty Episcopal Church
Rimami
Council 10 Votes On Sewer Bond Issue In City
City Aldermen consider a 500000 sewer bond proposal with hearings planned on 75 proposed projects. Preliminary committee actions set hearings for streets and paving while officials study construction costs and share of funding with taxpayers.
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Alcorn Denies Publicity Hurt Chapman Case
Local report notes Alcorn denies publicity would harm Gerald Chapman case proceedings. Officials from Holteems and New Pertan referenced in scattered accounts while reporters track details amid competing notes from newspapers and courts.
Cottage Street Home Damaged by Fire
A fragmentary report states a fire damaged a Cottage Street home late at night. An 18 year old resident, John Kerman, saw a frack dropped from nearby land land on his table triggering the blaze. Damage is estimated at about $100.
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John Kerman
Confesses Murder After Eight Years of Hiding in Forest
Charles Sott aged 25 of 82 Church street confessed to killing his sister in law Alice Robinson about eight years ago in North Carolina. He described escaping into woods after the crime, living on roots, and fleeing toward Pine Town while police pursued him.
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Robinson
Williamston
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Tle
Funeral of Walter Camp in Elm City to be marked
Simplicity will mark the funeral of Walter Camp founder of modern intercollegiate football in Elm City. Services will be private with Yale figures recalling his work. The article notes Camp’s influence on sports ethics and his pioneering role in American football. A separate brief reports an unidentified man found dead near Sanders Fort, with body parts described.
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Pinat Avenue Bridge
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State Search Made for Car Causing Boy death
Connecticut cities joined a joint drive to identify the driver who fled after a 12 year old boy, Paul Payne, was fatally struck on Fairfield Avenue by a speeding street car. Police subpoena witnesses for the inquest as investigators seek the car and driver involved.
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Fairfield Avenue
Paul Payne
Crowther Street
Bridgeport
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J Phelan
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Seufeld Avenue
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Lisle Payne
Marie Patillia
Jefferson Street
Thomas Pabul
Dover Street
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Noble Avenue
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Tother Institut
LiJe Payne
Mia Payne
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Ciena Street
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John O'Connell
Treasury to analyze tax returns amid deadline pressure
Washington officials announce an immediate analysis of 1919 income tax returns and revenues to estimate funds the law will raise by week end. Officials note filing pace quickens as business activity expands while penalties may be enforced for late or missing filings tomorrow night.
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Washington
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Stamford Family Brawl Leaves Two Wounded Three Arrested
Police report a domestic dispute at a Stamford home escalated to a violent brawl injuring two and leading to three arrests. Shots were fired as relatives battled over furniture and betrayals tied to a troubled marriage, with victims transported to local hospitals. Detectives collected evidence as four suspects were detained.
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Predict Defeat of Warren Again in Voting Today
Washington scene as Senate plans to reject Charles B Warren nomination for Attorney General tomorrow. Both sides press constitutional questions over recess appointment and potential Senate delays. President Coolidge remains in Washington as debate centers on Warren's fate and possible alternate nominees.
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Woman and son burned to death in New Milford blaze
New Milford CT March 15 Louis Espetite and his wife perished in a farmhouse fire at Star River near Lanesville. Their son Gerald, 21, also died in the blaze. A younger son Louis 16 and another child were injured, two other boys escaped by jumping from windows, neighbors alerted fire crews, and the home was destroyed. The cause of the fire remains undetermined.
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Convicts steal revolvers from guard and escape
Ten prisoners escaped from the state prison farm at Parehman county after seizing pistols from guards. Two white inmates aided by other prisoners forced guards, scattered guards at the stockade, and fled with revolvers. A manhunt is underway to recapture the fugitives.
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Parehman
Nickeburg
Taking the Air on the Bridgeport topic page
A Bridgeport feature by Will Irving surveys U.S. rail policy and state relations in a twelve part series. The article previews a page four installment examining investigations and world events framed as a bond to prove public interest.
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Bond
Man Selteved Burned to Death in Cottage Fire
Fire at a seaside cottage destroyed the building early March 6. Reginald Dean and companions were searching for a missing man, believed buried under debris about 10 feet from the wreckage. Dean, employed by a New Departure company, his family plan to visit the summer home and return soon. The blaze swept rapidly, hampering efforts to recover bodies.
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Mamauguin
Catla
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Deans |Atents
Last Chance Today to File Income Tax List
Last chance today for residents to file income tax forms at the Internal Revenue Bureau office located in the Lost office building on Broad Street. Tomorrow is the final day to submit without penalties.
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Maranville Breaks Leg in Los Angeles During Game
Captain and shortstop Rabbit Maranville of the Chicago Cubs suffered a broken leg above the ankle in a Los Angeles game. Doctors estimate a three month absence from the lineup. A former chamber of commerce official Bly Bolamena and others were noted in the report.
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Mareh
Oh Chieags Cubs
Marked by class likely to succeed believed to die by own hand
A Yale graduate and war hero named George W Face, son of a University of Michigan assistant dean, reportedly took his own life by leaping from a coastwise steamer. Relatives recall a brilliant student with great potential who faced mounting personal disappointments and financial concerns despite a happy home life.
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