Changes in Withholding Tax Rates Explained
The article explains a shift from a fixed 14 percent withholding to a graduated 1 to 30 percent system based on earnings and exemptions. It aims to pay taxes as they accrue, reducing large refunds and additional payments, and bringing withholding closer to actual tax liability for better balance next April 15.
Auto Safety Standards Reach Crossroads in Congress
The auto industry abandoned self regulation after congressional hearings impressed the public with the need for federal safety standards. The proposal allows states to actively set and enforce standards under uniform federal supervision, avoiding duplication and aiming to cut fatalities and prevent mechanical failures.
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Henry Ford II
Congress
Valenti Posits Recall Czar Role Amid Hollywood Ties
A fragmented report notes Jack Valenti discussed becoming a central recall figure, framing it as a passport to Hollywood power. The remarks reveal Valenti’s persistent zeal and belief in film industry influence over national matters.
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Jack Valenti
Vete
Valenti
Hollywood
Educators call for bold federal aid and tougher desegregation
A group of prominent U S educators privately conclude that large parts of the public, government, and schools show indifference to educational and racial equality. They urge $15 billion yearly federal funding, a color conscious approach, and strict desegregation conditions tied to aid to raise about 9 million children toward a reasonably good level, with further steps to raise overall quality. They call for strong leadership from the President, governors, mayors, and officials to correct distorted racial images and monitor discriminatory practices.
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U.S
North
Ere
Groes
Congress
The Poor Man's Philosopher Reflects On Past Lifestyles
Hal Boyle recalls life for ordinary families in earlier times. He notes simple chores like milking cows, washing on a board, churning ice cream, and heating with coal. He contrasts self reliance with modern conveniences and wonders who would choose to return to those days.
City to decide on new light plant as bids opened
May 2 1916 weather notes report April’s 2.72 inches of precipitation with sun and showers and a big snowfall. A special session tonight at 7 30 will open bids for a proposed new light plant with over a dozen bids filed. City registers and clerks handle traders licenses as $10,000 in permits are issued.
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A. A. Nicodemus
Haugh
Isaiah N. Loy
Twenty Years Ago Items From The News Post May 2 1946
Frederick industries face potential crippling effects if the soft coal strike extends, with three weeks of supply in some plants and others less affected. Attorneys note a state petition-nomination law does not apply to Frederick municipal elections, meaning an independent ticket could be filed by petition without citywide signatures.
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News-Post
Frederick
Edward J. Smith
City Board of Election Supervisors
Leslie N. Coblentz
County Board of Election Supervisors
Red China prepares third atomic test and policy shifts
Washington commentary argues that Red China plans a third atomic detonation, a move the State Department notes could reshape global policy toward the mainland. The piece weighs motives, the U S role, Formosa ties, and the potential for economic planning and humanitarian aid to influence Chinese leadership and reduce appeal of communism.
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Washington
China
Peiping
State Department
United States
Aix
North
South America
Africa
Europe
Soviet Union
Formosa
Far East
Red China. Merely To Admit the Peiping Government Into the United Nations
Red China
America
Tran
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