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Federal judge rules gambling stamp law unconstitutional
U S District Judge George A. Welsh in Philadelphia declared the $50 gambling stamp tax unconstitutional as a police measure, noting it compelled witnesses against themselves and informers. The ruling targeted the stamp requirement while tax on earnings and other provisions faced appeal from federal officials.
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Philadelphia
Welsh
Washington
Justice Department
Rufus D. McLean
Solicitor General
Supreme Court
Internal Revenue
John B. Dunlap
Bureau
Internal Revenue Department
U. S
Joseph Kahriger