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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

May 06, 1924

Page

5

AI Lean Backs Dem National Leader In Tax Debate

Senate debate on a tax bill cites Connecticut and Melean positions on public disclosure of income tax returns. Melean endorses revenue yield over publicity while Hull voices impartial tax authority support, arguing taxation must balance revenue and behavior.

Georg DE WW Manneng Washington Connecticut Worris and MelKellar Melean Tennessee T Rend Senate Ell Euli Democratic National Committee Hull

Tax reform debate on disclosure to curb business secrets

A speaker argues for protecting tax reform disclosures to prevent large businesses from exposing sensitive competitive information. He warns full public release would tempt firms to reveal confidential trade practices, urging safeguards to avoid undermining industry competitiveness.

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Engineer Defends Ford Offer for Muscle Shoals

W G Waldo an engineer with the Tennessee River Improvement Association testified before the Senate Agriculture Committee arguing Muscle Shoals should be used for fertilizer production rather than power distribution He rejected claims that the government was selling valuable property for a nominal sum contending the ultrate plants could not produce acceptable fertilizer until rebuilt and urging safeguards to protect public interests at dams on navigable waters

Washington Henry Ford W. G. Waldo Tennessee River Improvement Association Senate Agriculture Waldo Federat Ter

Convicts Captured in Woods After Brief Escape Near Peekskill

Two men, Join Coroski of Middletown and Anthony Caski, escaped from Sing Sing and rode a freight to a point north of Peekskill before deputies and Sheriff Miins recaptured them in woods near West Ghent. They were serving time for burglary and manslaughter as trusties in a labor gang.

Fudson N. OY Peekskill West Ghent Miins Coroski Middletown Anthony Caski Hey

Commander urges override of pension veto from Grand Army

Washington May 5 Grand Army of the Republic commander Saltsberger appeals to senators to overturn President Coolidge's veto of the pension bill. He argues the veto betrays veterans and demands passage of the Bursum pension bill to aid aged veterans and widows. Albert Alcorn of the U S telegraphs senators urging support and questioning funding for monuments. Senator Bursum plans to bring the bill to a vote tomorrow to try for an override.

Washington Coolidge Nsion Gaylord M. Saltsberger Grand Army of the Republic Coolidee van Wengig Congress Albert Alcorn United States Senatos Potomac River Bursum New Mexico

Professor Wedge Embarks on Book With Industry Workers

Professor Fred R. Wedge of the University of California education department plans a textbook on the labor world. He joined the Industry Works of the World to obtain firsthand material, gathering data from stevedores, seamen, and workers along the San Pedro waterfront.

Reeley Calif Fred R. Wedge University of California LW. W Steve San Pedro

Father Dies by Suicide After Son Arrest in Assault Case

A man killed himself after his son was arrested following a complaint by the father that the son assaulted him. The son faces a court appearance to answer the assault charge. the father’s wife discovered him this morning. the family, including Mrs Zelinski, attributes the despondency to the arrest.

Mra. Zelinski

Judge Howe Takes Federal Bench In Vermont Case

Judge Howe presided in place of Judge E. Thomps with a long docket ahead. Irving R. Hough and Charles Doherty faced charges of defrauding trappers nationwide. Lawyers urged delaying proceedings. indictment accuracy argued. Court indicated no fear of crucifixion and planned to proceed as scheduled. The trial set for tomorrow.

NEW Waven May Vermont Rl Doday E. Os. Thomps Irving R. Hough Charles Doherty Meng

Naval Officers Work on Leave Win Pay Rights

The Supreme Court affirming a lower court decision ruled that one officer on leave was entitled to compensation for absence with pay. Navy officer Jaimes Reed, on leave to direct a public works project, argued an agreement would refund pay received while away. The court held he retains the higher rank while on duty outside the service.

Wastlington Supreme Court Jaimes Reed Waria Rphia Court of Maima

Await decision of Healy on permits

Milo May 6 Special Telegram notes local summer resort concessionaires face permit gaps. Police have issued six to eight permits for Walnuts and Myrrh beaches, but Sunday operation requires state licenses. Authorities await Attorney Healy’s opinion before granting any Sunday permits for amusements with admissions.

Milo Suimmer Re Gea Sunaday Anneunese Arenerd Henly Uotil

Bristor Buried in Milford Cemetery

Obituary notice for Mrs Bristor aged 19? died at Milford May. Resided at Milford. survived by son Harry Bristor. Interment in Milford Cemetery.

Milford Luckingham Harry Brist Milford Ceretery

Former 5ator Mulkey Dies in Portland

Portland Oregon May obituary notice for Willsdot Mulkey age 50 former States Senator from six western states dies.

Portland Oregon

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