Deductions On Pay Checks May Begin In Sept
The House Ways and Means Committee advanced plans to tax salaries by withholdings up to 10 percent, credited against next March 15, with exemptions and rates boosting federal revenue. Proposals would tax low to middle incomes more, while keeping earned income credit and dependent exemptions. The plan faces debate as it outlines withholdings starting in September and affects individuals and couples, yielding billions in new revenue.
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Pastors Praise Citizenship Flag Ceremony At Mead Park
A Washington County ceremony at Mead Park honored citizenship with a flag dedication and I Am an American Day observance. Rev James C Belman spoke on democracy and rights, introduced by Bess Merrick, with VFW Lt Archie W Thompson post members performing the flag ritual. Councilman Stanley Nichols accepted the flag on behalf of Mead Park Association amid rain impacted attendance.
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Army order halts defense housing work nationwide
Defense housing construction slows as softwood lumber shortages bite. War Production Board reports in at least 15 cities housing projects halted, 35 cities in critical condition. A WEB order freeing lumber deliveries for 60 days limits supplies to Army Navy or Maritime Commission, threatening program collapse. Officials vow action to avoid stoppage.
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Japs Sweep Chekiang as Burma Drive Faces Rains
Japanese forces push toward Chekiang with a reported 15 mile front and 60 miles from the provincial capital Kinhwa while heavy rains hinder Burma operations. Chinese dispatches cite 20,000 to 40,000 invaders near Shanghai’s range and Allied air raids target Japanese bases as Australia expands forces for a planned offensive.
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Show Down With Lewis On Monday
Organized steel workers speculated that GTO President Philip Murray would clash with his predecessor John L. Lewis over policy. Delegates at the CIO United Steelworkers convention privately predicted a showdown in Washington next Monday. Murray, earning 16,000 a year as vice president of the United Mine Workers, was to attend a policy committee meeting called by Lewis. Some USA delegates speculated Lewis might try to withdraw his union from the CIO or force Murray to resign.
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Hoover urges drastic powers for president in total war
Herbert Hoover told the National Industries Conference Board in New York that to win total war the president must receive dictatorial economic powers with no hesitation and that economic freedom should steadily decline during the war. He labeled necessary wartime measures fascist economics and urged guarding civil liberties to prevent their permanent entrenchment.
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Houck Convicted Again Faces 4 More Charges
Houck, 29, convicted yesterday of assault with intent to murder a State College woman. The Bellefonté man now faces four additional charges of assault and battery related to attacks on other county women. He is serving a two year sentence in the Allegheny County workhouse.
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Mail Regular Questionnaires to Registrants
Military questionnaires are being mailed to registrants of the third registration by Erie County Local Board No. 4 of Union City at about fifty per day Occupational questionnaires go out at about two hundred daily to first and second registrants. Legal Advisor Francis F. McClintock provides assistance for completing these forms. Associate advisors are volunteers from the business community. Union City hours Monday through Friday 7:30 to 8:00 p.m. at 178 Main Street Corry. Tuesday and Friday 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. at Municipal Building. Board headquarters open 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily except Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 12 noon. Assistance for Military Questionnaires available there but not for Occupational Questionnaires during daytime hours. Consult employers for occupational help if unsure where to obtain assistance.
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No Relief Seen for Eastern Motorists
Eastern motorists face extended limits on pleasure driving as House Interstate Committee members review testimony from an OPC spokesman and internal projections. They warn that even with 500,000 extra barrels daily added to eastern supplies, the bare minimum needs may be met and interior rationing of gasoline remains a possibility. The report notes uncertainty over long term relief and the impact on travel.
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Barkley Opposes Probe Amid Senate Smear Claims
Democratic Leader Barkley said he did not favor launching a broad inquiry into charges of a smear campaign against senators who oppose intervention. He cited a Justice Department probe of Walsh, while Nye Wheeler and Clark pressed for investigation into efforts to smear members. The Post reported affidavits tying Walsh to alleged conspiracies and questioned witnesses, prompting debate over government meddling and loyalty amid ongoing cloak-room discussions.
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War Manpower boards told to consult federal job offices
Bulletin from Washington on May 21 says the War Manpower Commission directs new boards to consult with federal employment service offices before drafting any individual skilled in a critical war evolution. Ottawa reports Canadians heating with oil must switch fuels or face cold next winter, stated by Munitions Minister. Ford Motor announces high four engined bomber production line at Willow Run. In Chungking, Japanese forces push south along a 150 mile front and reinforce toward Chektung. Port Louis Madagascar radio cites Vichy forces denying negotiations with Allies and planning a light retreat to positions.
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Australia Defends Against Japanese Bomber Buildup
Allied Headquarters report May 21 states Australia mobilizes 36000 into civil construction to prepare for a great Allied offensive as Japan hoards bomber power. A 30th raid on Port Moresby, New Guinea, was fighter‑plane only and caused limited damage. Allied airmen attacked Japanese bases at Boepang and Diu, Dutch Portu gues e island Timor, destroying two grounded planes at Koenang, damaging the millney, and starting fires in port buildings. Four Japanese planes were damaged while Allied fighters intercepted a 12‑fighter formation attempting to strafe the Port Moresby airfield.
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Farmer Dudigs dies after poisoning and self harm
Michael Dudigs aged 70 of Hatch Hollow near Union City died at St Vincent's Erie after ingesting creolin poison and slashing his abdomen. Authorities report death from poisoning with a suicide attempt preceded by a request to mail a letter to an Erie pastor. Survived by wife and son Gabriel. several daughters elsewhere. Funeral plans incomplete. Treasury report shows revenues and expenditures with totals and day-to-day change.
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Lawrence And Taylor Likely To Resume As Party State Chiefs
Harrisburg May 21 Lawrence D. Lawrence longtime Democratic state leader in Pennsylvania and M Harvey Taylor senior Republican leader are seen as possible state chairmen candidates for the coming November campaign. Both former state chairs would replace current figures if chosen, amid party primary contests and gubernatorial race context.
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Soviet Forces Capture Key Kharkov Defense Post
Associated Press reports Soviet troops overran a Nazi stronghold on the Kharkov front after a fierce 40 minute battle. More than 1,300 Germans were said killed as Red Army forces broke German defenses and advanced, with continued heavy fighting reported in Crimea and the Lake Ilmen region.
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Four youths questioned in theft case
Four youths aged about seventeen to twenty were questioned and taken into custody by police yesterday in connection with the theft of about $100 from Roy Stufflebeam of 1448 Main Street. Stufflebeam reported saving money and planning to purchase replicas. police aided the investigation after a tip.
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