Hidden taxes battered by consumer spenders in 1940s study
The piece cites The Commentator article by John H Flynn via Reader's Digest noting pervasive federal hidden taxes on tobacco alcohol gasoline electricity and more. It compares tax burdens across incomes in Illinois and New York and argues for clear labeling and accountability in taxation.
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the Commentator
John H. Flynn
Reader's Digest
Twentieth Century Fund
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U S Rubber E A Plans Winter Activities
Members of the U S Rubber Products Employee's Association and department representatives met at the Bristol plant to plan a broad winter program. Subcommittees reported on reading room, volleyball, card parties, hobbies and education, roller skating, rifle team, ping pong, handball, basketball, dances and publicity. Refreshments followed the meeting.
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U. S Rubber Products, Inc
Bristol
Louis Dickinson
Asociation
Leo Cantwell
Manuel Vargas
Michael W. Pasquarelli
Winston Fetherston
Wo A Armstong
Erasmo Mancini
Joseph Fusco
Joseph Andrade
Paul Bruno
Gladys Rishe
Regina Farley
Mary Soldano
Esther Connolly
theEmployees’ Association
Tous Dickinson
Michael W Pasquarelli
Sheldon Burt
Social notes and engagements fill Atlantic City pages
Dr and Mrs Howard W Church camped in Atlantic City for a few days. Mr and Mrs Max Seiffert left for Miami for the winter. A daughter born to Mr and Mrs Michael Flynn at Truesdale Hospital on Oct 26. Booth reservations for American Legion Ball at the Casino on Armistice Eve. Altar Society of Our Lady of Mt Carmel Church meets this evening. Reba Rebekah Lodge gathers Thursday evening. Loretta Rita Flynn announces engagement to Frank Winston Sowter of Fall River. Italian mission by Rev Diego Bennotti ends after week. six new members admitted to Bristol County True Sportsmens Association. Mount Hope Eastern Star Christmas sale held. Dr Rodrigo P Rego and wife return home. he resumes practice. Mrs Benjamin M MacDougall speaks at St Michael’s Church Young People Fellowship. Seven stitches for Saverio Mancieri in Common football injury. Rotary meets with Stephen W Hopkins on practical electricity. Plans discussed for Ladies Night. Hallowe’en party hosted by Edward Lawrey Jr with prizes. Observations of local social events and visitors.
Armistice Ball and related events in Bristol schedule
A Bristol events list covers November and December gatherings under local organizations. Activities include the 19th Armistice Ball at the Bristol Casino by Kearney Post No 6 and its Auxiliary, Armistice Banquet at Belvedere Hotel, Bean Supper at Masonic Temple, Thanksgiving Dance by Bristol Colt Alumni, and Christmas sales hosted by State Street Church vestry and Congregational Club venues.
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Auspices Congregational Club
Garteras House
High Street
Harvest Supper Planned by Ivy Guild at St Michael’s
Plans near completion for the annual Harvest Supper to be held Tuesday November 9 in the Parish House. Mrs Ernest G Brown chairs the arrangements committee with Mrs B M MacDougall Mrs Henry Wood Mrs Wesley Armstrong Miss Muriel Ashton and Miss Viola Anderson.
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St Michael's Church
Ernest G Brown
B. M MacDougall
Henry Wood
Wesley Armstrong
Muriel Ashton
Viola Anderson
Funeral Services for Mrs Sara E LePage
Funeral services for Mrs Sara E LePage 39 of 32 Washington Street were held at St Michael's Episcopal Church at 2 PM with Rev Anthony R Parshley officiating. Burial followed in North Cemetery. Members of Kearney Post paid respects at her home the evening prior. Survived by husband William N LePage a brother Henry Wright an uncle George S Pailthorpe and an aunt Mrs Emaline Bullock all of this town. Born April 10 1898 she was a lifelong resident and former employee of the National India Ribbon Company.
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Sara E.lepage
Washington Street
Providence
Bane
Audrey C. Munro
J William Wood
Vernon A. Gray
Arthur W. Farrett
Robert W. Nelson
Samuel J Smith
Kearney
D National India Ribter Company
Henry Wright
George S. Pailthorpe
Emaline Bullock
Minstrel Show Delights Over 200 at Guiteras Memorial
An audience of more than 200 attended Friday night at Guiteras Memorial Junior High for a minstrel show by Evergreen Troop Girl Scouts under Mrs. Lucien Capone. Lenora deRocha was the interlocutor with Gladys Brightman and Barbara McPant among the top performers in lively costumes and routines.
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Guiteras Memorial
Isons
Evergreen Troop
Lucien Capone
Lenora deRocha
Gladys Brightman
Barbara
Marie Berwick
Marcia Gifford
Mary Bisbane
Jane Goettler
Julia Jamiel
Barbara Moren
Rita Serbst
Dorothy Antonelli
Elizabeth Jones
Evergreen
Margaret McGann
Vivian Hill
Muriel Fiske
Josephine Jamiel
Glaire Baker
Carolyn Belanger
Cora
Leeeeee
Sosa Mtn
Se Ahizste Deiros
Stella Pagnano
Yolanda’ Sanns
Elsie Sousa
Beatrice Vermette
Dorothy, Baron
Catherine Eiggs
Margaret Menezes
Mabel Belanger
Pee Sisson
Frederick Collamore
Angelo Stanzione
Catherine Meiggs
William Sisson
Colt Faces South Kingstown In Saturday High School Showdown
Colt Memorials high school football team travels to Guileras Athletic Field to meet South Kingstown High in a keen Class C rivalry. A Colt win keeps them in title contention if Burrillville falters, while both teams target an upset with fireworks likely.
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COLT
Kingstown
Colt Memorial
Guileras
South Kingston High
South
Green
White
Barrington High
Burrillville High
Vacancies Open in United States Marine Corps Institute
The educational section of the Marine Corps reports 4513 enlisted men in the Marine Corps Institute activities and 45 graduates in September 1937. Vacancies exist and ambitious young men are urged to consider educa tional and travel opportunities while drawing pay. Applicants must be 18 to 30 years old and meet height and physical standards. authorization is needed for those under 21. Details available at the Boston recruiting station, 736 Post Office Building.
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Headquarters Marine Corps
U. S. Marine Corps Institute
Marine Corps Institute
Post Office
Boston
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