Tax Proposals Spark Debate on Federal Tax Policy
The Senate Finance Committee opens hearings on Roosevelt tax proposals calling for income and inheritance measures. The Guaranty Survey warns the plan could unsettle the economy and hurt productive enterprise by dampening private property security and profits.
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Processing Taxes and The Hidden Burden On Pork Prices
The piece discusses a government processing tax on pork paid by processors but effectively borne by the public. It uses hog price data, noting hogs at 10.75 and tax of 2.25 per hundredweight, with the farmer receiving 10.78 and the packer covering the tax through higher prices. It questions why consumers don’t sue for tax impacts.
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Railway Fares And The Interstate Commerce Report
The report to the Interstate Commerce Commission proposes a flat fare of 2 cents per passenger mile for coaches and 3 cents for Pullmans, as a maximum fare basis one way and round trip. It argues the rates would ease travel costs, align with current conditions, and help railroads earn a fair return. Some lines oppose the proposal, noting higher current rates stimulate patronage.
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Trade War Between Canada and Japan Reaches Impasse
Canada and Japan engage in a pure trade war with mutual import duties and failed talks after a month of negotiations. Canada imposes dumping duties targeting Japanese products while Japan retaliates with a 48 percent tariff on Canadian imports. Reprisals loom as both nations risk serious trade losses in a curiously indirect approach to resolve disputes.
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Fashion notes on Helene Yrande lingerie lines in Paris
Expertly tailored underwear in a wide range of styles is shown at the house of Helene Yrande. She showcases satin nightgowns with jackets for cocktail and evening wear, lace trimmed pieces, and new jersey silk tulle concepts.
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Shell Union Shows Profit For Quarter
Shell Union Corporation and subsidiaries report for the quarter ended June 30 a net profit of 1,649,775 versus a loss of 807,582 a year earlier. The results include development expenditures of 2,359,520 in the latest quarter, up from 1,466.09 the prior year, with power production aided by refrigeration and air conditioning.
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Marx Brothers on A Night at the Opera in production
Hollywood July 2 The Marx Brothers Groucho Harpo and Chico began a condensed West vaudeville style road show of their film A Night at the Opera under Irving Thalberg supervision with Allan Jones and Kitty Carlisle in romantic roles. Wallace Beery sails for two months in Europe with his wife and child. Luise Rainer notes hats clash with wind and declares hats unnecessary for natural beauty.
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August 2 Horoscopes and cautionary notes for readers
The column offers general horoscope guidance for August 2 with birthdate references and mood notes. It cautions about nervousness, working hard, and money matters with mentions of travel prospects and health, and includes a brief local incident about a fall from a building ledge causing minor injuries.
Women oppose tighter drug laws in new capaign letters
A Capitol Hill campaign circulates mimeographed letters urging lawmakers to oppose tightening the pure food and drug law, citing fears over access to Lydia Pinkham’s vegetable compound and other medicines. The missives reference Ce Copeland bill and Tugwell bill, urging adjournment and warning of government overreach. Also recalled is Elmer Danielson, the Warren telegraph messenger who testified about a pay per name scheme.
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Twenty Years Ago Journal Notes July 25 1945
A sliced view from the Corry Journal files dated July 25 1945 covers fire aftermath at Corry Wrench plant decision delays, power line testing between Corry and Erie, local farm purchases of Percheron stock, and social gatherings. Municipal Affairs committee advances cluster light arrangements with City Electric Light.
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City Electric. Light Company
Clark to Press for Neutrality Bills
Washington July 28 Bennett Champ Clark Democrat Missouri announced that proponents of neutrality legislation will push to enact the bills this session of Congress. Clark, a sponsor, said the measures aim to keep the United States out of future wars and will be pressed forward.
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Dollar Fare Plan For Railroads Gains Attention
Article discusses a Senate interstate commerce committee inquiry into a dollar fare plan for railroads. It notes differing views on subsidies to private industry, urging careful study before final action, and highlights potential impacts on adjournment and recovery.
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