Tax Preparers Flourish As Returns Rise Across Nation
In the ongoing presidential race and tax season both the public and parties face choices and confusion. The piece highlights Pennsylvania delegate quirks and a booming tax prep industry led by firms like H R Block earning millions as millions rely on preparers with few required qualifications.
IRS jokes about tax guides boost revenue for publishers
The article notes publishers profit from tax preparation books often at higher prices than official government guides. Some texts may simply repackage the 75 cent Your Federal Income Tax with a new cover and branding. Tax courses also add millions to the industry, offered across colleges, storefronts, and home study. The piece questions counting the labor of filers as a cost, while the IRS permits deduction of preparer fees but not the filer’s own time. It lists several U.S. and Pennsylvania officials and offices.
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Chiang and Nixon clash over Taiwan defense boldness
President Nixon's pledge to pull forces from Taiwan sparks Republican dismay while Pentagon and CIA papers argue Chiang Kai-shek can withstand amphibious attack and defend Taiwan. Secret analyses contend CPR limits and US commitment deter invasion, with air and sea control key. James May promotion linked to My Lai cover up amid Taiwan debates.
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Girls Growing Tough as Crime Rise Puts Spotlight on Women
FBI data show female arrests rising over 200 percent in the past decade, far outpacing male increases. Experts attribute it to greater female liberation and assertiveness, with psychiatrists noting more women in danger signals and fistfights. Louisville reports a 10.8 percent jump in girls referred to juvenile court, versus 2.7 percent for boys. Critics caution overexposure to violence media as a factor, while Preminger argues violence on screen is more dangerous than sex for youths.
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Preminger discusses TV violence and cinema impact
The producer argues violence on screen fuels war yet admits debate. Preminger, with a long Hollywood career since 1942, notes psychiatrists differ on the effect of seeing violence. His latest film Such Good Friends is regarded by critics as among his better works.
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St Bernard dogs hoped found. power grader contract in Corry
A Pittsburgh Post-Gazette photo of two long missing St Bernard dogs sparked hope for Dr. and Mrs. E H Harmon. City Council approved a $5,104 lease or purchase of a power grader from Corry Bridge and Supply Co. A St Edward PTA bake sale is planned for Saturday at Barney's Firestone Store on South Center Street with Mrs. Louis Valentine as chair. 40 years ago, March 4, 1932, a committee was named to draft a plan for Corry Relief Fund finances amid rising school absences due to colds and influenza.
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