Congress weighs tax repeal and estate levies in late 1920s debate
A tumultuous 1928 tax plan debate features votes on a personal income tax relief, estate tax adjustments, and corporate levies. Representative Ridgely Gauged shifts on repeal steps while a broad package targets exemptions, excises, and rates, with March measures likely to take effect. The discussion centers on balance between revenue needs and tax relief, amid projections of hundreds of millions in tax shifts.
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Twenty three found guilty in big distillery plot
Twenty three men from St Louis Cincinnati and Chicago were found guilty in federal court of conspiracy to violate the prohibition law linked to the withdrawal of 80000 gallons of prewar whiskey from the Jack Daniel distillery in St Louis. December 30 set for sentencing by Judge Robert C Baltzell. maximum two years. Convicted include Arnold J Hellmont Nat Goldstein and others. Ada Gebrum John Gebrum and August Walter Chocimnnt were exonerated.
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Jack Daniel Mistillers
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Arnold J. Hellmont
Intéroal Revenue
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Michanel
Internal Revenue
Massive Chinese Casualties Reported in Yangtsun Fight
Dispatch from Tientsin via Daily Mail states about 2,000 Chinese killed or wounded in the Yangtsun engagement amid clashes between Peking and Tientsin forces. Japanese railway actions near Nanchwane and Minehoria disrupt traffic as two Chinese armies totaling roughly 90,000 are said to be held at Manchurian fronts. General Chang accuses authorities of censorship as refugees flood the capital.
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Tientsin
Peking
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Manchurian
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Elaine Harris Loses Fight to Hold Spouse in New York
An early 20th century court report from New York details Mrs Eleanor Blaine seeking an annulment or separation while husband George Harris contests. The case, tied to city bank proceedings, reflects a contested marriage dissolution with probate and financial implications under the era’s law.
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Col Mitchell Guilty and Suspended Five Years
A sensational wartime trial report recounts Colonel Mitchell found guilty and suspended for five years over alleged misconduct. The court martial panel, led by President General Stowsy, delivered a verdict that drew from highly complex charges and produced a dramatic scene as Mitchell faced the courtroom crowd and reporters.
Court’s Decision Provokes Governor Lenemall Protest
Gouvernor Lenemall of Illinois denounces a Supreme Court ruling he calls a grave mistake. He claims funds were paid into state treasurery and vows to file a petition for relief to seek reconsideration, asserting public trust and his official duties. The governor states residents will understand his stance and actions.
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Lenemall
Divorce Petition in Paris Court Reveals Crown Point Marriage
Mrs Valentino seeks divorce in Paris court with papers showing marriage at Crown Point Indiana in 1028 and a Mexican marriage later. Statements from Natacha Stumbove comment on the move while noting the wine incident and alleged incompatibility as the root cause.
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Crown Point
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New York
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Divorca
Inquiries Opened Over Viking Attack Claim
Lieutenant Commander Chaplet A. Lockwood, judge advocate, leads inquiry into the Viking attack incident aboard the City of Rome. Capt Toho YY Loti of Rania accused of falsehood surrounding the invasion claim. investigation seeks facts and accountability.
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Boston
Chaplet A. Lockwood
Naval Baned
Toho YY Loti
Rania
Navy to Attack Cities in Major World Battle Plan
Reported aim lists Los Angeles as target and notes assaults on Sao Srnncleco and New York as parts of a broader campaign by the Unita Rhyitys Moat. Dates given include December 12 and 1927, with military action expected to unfold in multiple theaters.
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Citie
Los Angeles
New York
Unita
Fragmentary OCR Item on Army Work and Cuban Event
Fragmented text mentions army work and a Cuban element with unclear names and dates. No coherent facts or structure to build a full report. Unable to determine main subjects or outcomes from the garbled source text.
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