TIME UP DETAILS OF TAX REVISION
Washington Oct 20 API Setting down to the consideration of tax revision the house ways and means committee today prepared to hear requests for reduction or repeal of most of the present income and death taxes. Business and industry favored rental of the estate and wealth taxes and reduction of surtax rates along with abolishment of the public filing requirement. Individual statements reflected mixed views. Professor FH W Peck of Syracuse University opposed Mellon’s plan preferring higher surtax rates and retention of the estate tax. Thomas J Sanford urged repeal of all federal taxes and substitution of a two percent tax on real and personal property.
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Rum Runner Steamer Corone Seized Off Coast
New York reports the wooden steamer Corone with a crew of 22, many said drunk, carrying a 440000 liquor cargo, was seized by seven coast guardsmen near Atlantic City after being sighted 45 miles offshore. Papers destroyed, owners unnamed. ship built in 1920 and sailed from Newport October 15 after recent sale.
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National Congregationalists elect lay moderator in 15 year span
Washington AP reports the National Council of Congregational churches began a nine day meeting and chose a layman, Frank Ju of Warwood, as moderator for the first time in 15 years. E A Osbornson of Illinois was nominated second assistant moderator. A bid by William J. Nash of New Orleans for the post drew support to continue racial representation, and Nash was elected 123 to 129.
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Ilinois
William J. ‘Ash
New Orleans
Faith and law entwined in Coolidge sermon
President Coolidge argues religion must lead moral reform beyond law and government. He says redemption comes through sacrifice and faith strengthens society, urging clergy and public to renew spiritual life to sustain enlightened civilization. He emphasizes religion as vital to law enforcement and national virtue.
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Coolidge
Seven States Seek Missouri River Improvement Action
Missouri River Navigation conference urges Congress to fund rapid inland waterways advancement and to advance a seven state coalition from Missouri Kansas Oklahoma Iowa Nebraska South Dakota and Colorado. Delegates push for completion of approved inland waterways and Missouri river improvements up to South Dakota.
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Italian debt delegation head for United States voyage
Rome reports Economy will guide the Italian debt funding delegation led by Finance Minister Count Volpi. The group sails from Naples on the liner Duilio, staying in second class, as they head to the United States.
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Very Raw Deals for 40 Veterans
Forty disabled former service men from veterans' bureau hospitals are to be discharged soon from Cap MacArthur general hospital in Tucson. They left other facilities without permission and will be released once they cease to be bed patients. Disabled American Veterans and regional posts protest the ruling, saying surgeons advised transfer and care would continue in Tucson. Senators and congressmen have been telegraphed for action.
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Don Q Son of Zorro at the Marlow this week
Doug las Fairbanks stars as Don Caesar in Don Q Son of Zorro a thrilling tale set in Spain. A young man saves a foe during a bull fight is praised by a queen as secrets unfold revealing connections and a murder mystery. United Artists releases the dramatic screen adventure now showing.
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Carone Converted After Harbor Seizure Off Atlantic City
The American steamer Carone was moved into the harbor today by a coast guard cutter after being seized about 40 miles off Atlantic City where contraband was found on board.
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Mitchell Case and Court Martial Facts in 1940s Air War Hoax
The article describes a Mitchell court martial setup approved by Secretary Davis amid long standing disputes with War Department and General Staff over air service administration. It notes the Shenandoah disaster and PN-9 No. 1 loss as context, and quotes Colonel Mitchell remarking that charges do not meet the issues.
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Rowdy fight halts Budapest chamber
In Budapest on October 20 the parliament floor witnessed a brutal clash as ex parliamentary member Gombos pulled Deputy Fabian by both ears, nearly tearing them away, before being bodily hurled from the chamber by Deputy Werr Payer. Fabian faced danger while Gombos fled and did not return.
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Hungary
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Werr Payer
Mrs Turner Arrested in IPF Insurance Fraud Case
Trenton New Jersey October 19 Mrs Margaret Turner was arrested amid claims her husband William J Turner held in Kentucky on a murder charge. She is accused of conspiracy to murder related to a mine explosion that killed two men. A detained writ blocks her leaving New Jersey over a $20000 insurance settlement. The insurer says she knew her husband was alive.
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Margaret Turner
William J. Turner
Kentucky
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Penn Mutual Tifa Insurance Company
Mra Turner
New Jersey
Social Register Los Angeles 1926 Elite List
The Southwest Rlua Book 1926 edition lists those in Los Angeles Hollywood and Pasadena deemed part of the social elite and those excluded. Notable absentees include Douglas Fairbanks and Moe Swanson along with Elinor Glyn under various name spellings.
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Elinor Glyn
New Brooms Opens with Strong Cast at Marlow
Paramount's New Brooms opens a two day run at the Marlow with a strong cast led by Bessie Love Nei Wamulton and Phyllis Haver. The film adapts Frank Craven’s stage hit of the same name and follows the stage success The First Year and other notable plays.
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Inquest Finds Barry Died From Auto Strike Injuries
In Butte on October 20 a coroner's jury ruled James Barry 65 died from a fractured skull and other injuries after being struck by an automobile Thursday night. The driver remains unknown.
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Butte Man Fatally Scalded After Boiler Slip
Andrew Kenney, 36, of Butte, suffered severe burns when a boiler of hot water he was lifting on a stove at a Woodville ranch slipped and spilled its contents on him. The incident occurred shortly before noon today.
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Navy Board In Recess Inquiry Into S-51 Collision
The naval inquiry board at Moston adjourned its hearing after addressing the ramming of the submarine S-51 by the steamer City of Rome. Testimony resumes October 26 with Captain Jot H. Diehl and his officers summoned to testify.
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In the Realm of Higher Things Student Conference
Northfield Minnesota hosts a four day conference November 19 22 under the Y M C A and Y W C A. St Olaf Carleton College coordinate arrangements Macalester handles publicity speakers include Van Dusen Stauffer Bebuing and Mrs Lorraine Greene. Topics include Internationalism Industrialism The Church and The Race with expert forums.
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De Wolf Hopper Secretly Marries Sixth Wife in Hartford
William De Wolf Hopper aged 64 wed Lillian Glaser aged 29 in Hartford after a Civil ceremony. The marriage license lists five prior marriages and a divorce. Judge Waller H L Clark waived the five day notice. The couple departed by auto. Edna Wallace Hopper reacted with congratulations from Springfield.
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Smelting firm seeks reopening of Carson patent case
The American Smelting and Refining Company seeks permission from the U S circuit court to petition the district court in Seattle to reopen and rehear the Carson patent infringement case. The move follows newly discovered evidence and aims to amend its answer. Claims ranged from 2.2 million to 20 million in potential damages. Arguments set for next Monday in San Francisco.
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American Smelting and Refining Company
United States Supreme Court
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Acattia Dintelet
Janary
Patent claim saga ends in high court with Carson assertion
An aged inventor Cateon claims the American Smelting and Refining Co used his patented smelting process and machinery for years. The circuit court reversed a Seattle ruling on February 1, 1925 and April rehearing, leading to a U S Supreme Court appeal supporting Carson's claim.
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MANY WOMEN IN SCHOOL AT OXFORD
Oxford reports a high proportion of women students at the Sutre School with women prominent in lectures and libraries. The study notes women are conscientious and hardworking, challenging fears of female predominance and recounts colleges founded by women with limited admittance to foundations.
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