Stamp tax burden debated by Attorney General Griggs
Attorney General Griggs argues the war revenue act does not assign which party pays stamp taxes on express company bills of lading. He says the tax burden should be settled between companies and shippers, with public officials ensuring payment, while criticizing the act for evasive language that fosters dispute and evasion by forwarding firms. Chicago Record.
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Pensions Commissioner Report and Increase in Grants
The Associated Press reports that the annual pension commissioner's report will show the last fiscal year including the War of 1812 had 58 737 pensions granted. Of these 54 852 were for soldiers and 3 885 for sailors, with widows reinstated and various relatives of ex-soldiers noted. the record emphasizes the growth in pension payments.
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