23 Jun 1932
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Newspaper
Kentucky Lexington Advertiser
Location
Lexington, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1932
Page
1
The article describes a new two cent tax on checks drawn under a federal law. Banks will be charged two cents per check by the paying bank, with the cost passed to depositors through monthly charges. Local banks and officials anticipate impacted operations and note the tax applies to checks issued after the effective date. Also mentions excise taxes on purchases like theatre tickets and goods, with projected federal revenue.
About 200 sheriffs and deputies gathered in Jackson to discuss the new truck and bus tax effective July 1. The bill would split funds between county and state highway accounts and authorize speedometer rules and enforcement across sheriffs offices. A follow up meeting is planned to finalize uniform applications and classifications.
Castalian Springs Girl Reserves under Miss May Gwin plan a ten day camp opening July 5 led by Cay Michelen. Activities include wakeup at 6:30, flag ceremony, swimming lessons, life saving, woodland hikes, folk games, crafts, archery, boating and tennis with daily singing around campfires and a closing taps.
New York attorney William A. Robbing visited Lexington on matters related to the one hundred million dollar Ella von Wendell estate. He serves as special counsel, tracing records across multiple states as thousands of claimants contest the fortune. The estate, tied to Holmes County real estate, faces lengthy litigation and possible charitable disbursements.
Holmes County pushes county wide home canning with 20 private outfits and county owned canners. Homes and farms churn out surplus fruits and meats for future needs. Local residents and buyers list include Mrs. Ro Moore and others as orders pour in to county agent.
Bethesda announces a full Fourth of July program at R. L. McNeer’s grove near Bethesda school. A noon picnic with lunch and ice cream will precede fast baseball games at 10 am Centerville meets Coxburg, and at 2 pm Bethesda faces Elliott Hill. If time allows a third game, more action is planned. Mack Bainton manages the Bethesda team with Tafford McNeer as secretary.
Master Clinic announced by Dr Vaughn of Holmes County Health Department to be held at Cruger Saturday afternoon January 24 from 1 to 5. Immunizations to white and colored applicants. ample help available to care for demand. Notices mailed to plantations in delta area, aiming for full health service.
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