Tax Bill Passes House Faces Presidential Approval
The House approved the tax bill by 204 to 157 with 47 Democrats 37 Republicans supporting and 4 Democrats 126 Republicans opposing. The measure raises individual income taxes 11 to 12 percent and hikes excise taxes on liquor gasoline and household items, effective November 1. President Truman expected to sign promptly. Speaker Rayburn urged members to uphold fiscal integrity.
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Strange Ending Of Agrestown Romance
In Hagerstown a strange romance end unfolded with an inquiry about the murder penalty. Helen S Hook, 28, wounded in a car shooting, is in critical condition. Eugene R Shoop, 29, surrendered a revolver at police headquarters, held without charge until Hook’s fate is known. Shoop described a struggle and blackout amnesia.
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Brucellosis Eradication Moves Through Dairy Industry
F J Keilholtz reports in Country Gentlemen that dairies livestock and public health groups unite to eradicate brucellosis Bangs disease. A new milk ordinance will push toward mandatory eradication with certified herds by state authorities.
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Bobby Soxers On Spree With $24,000 Found
New York reports police arrest three Bobby Soxers after they spent two days in the city on a spree funded by stolen cash. The trio allegedly found $24,000 while babysitting at Dr Albert Cowner's Nahant Massachusetts home.
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Americans wiser in choosing reading material says Weeks
Atlantic Monthly editor Edward Weeks told Maryland teachers at the 84th annual State Teachers Association convention that Americans are gaining more intelligence in their book choices and that concerns about books dying or homework being done by television are unfounded.
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Test Fire Alarm Sounded Last Night
City Hall siren wailed at 9 10 p m Friday night as a test rather than a general alarm. Police logged about 50 fire location calls though engines did not respond. Fire department reps met with Chief W W Corbin to improve cooperation between firemen and police.
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Officially Ends State Of War With Germany
President Truman signed a Congressional resolution ending the state of war with Germany. The Senate approved it by voice vote and the House followed in July. The action takes effect upon his signature, removing Germans as enemy aliens in the United States.
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Handball’s Irish origins traced to ancient times
The game of handball began in Ireland many centuries ago, with early forms evolving into a sport played across centuries. Modern rules and competitive play reflect a lineage rooted in Irish tradition and historical pastime.
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The Story of Joseph as a Great Biblical Tale
William E. Gilroy argues the Genesis narrative of Joseph is among the Bible’s greatest stories. He praises Joseph’s character from youth to power, noting adversity forged honesty, honor, and purpose. The piece advocates modern leaders model Joseph’s integrity, foresight, and practical statesmanship.
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Sheriff Beall testifies in Maryland gambling probe
Prince Georges County Grand Jury probe into gambling hears from Charles E Nelson witnesses including Sheriff Carlton G Beall who testified Nelson offered 15900 for permission to run a numbers game in the county.
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Adjutant Harrington Takes U S Army Post at Camp Detrick
Captain William J Harrington Jr veteran of nine years service succeeds Captain Forrest S Paull as adjutant at Camp Detrick He served in the Panama Canal Zone and Dugway Proving Ground during World War II and ran Morrilton Drug Co in Morrilton Arkansas before returning to active duty in January 1951 He resides at Camp Detrick with his wife Melissa and three sons.
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Brunswick Homemakers Club Showcases Antique Display
The Brunswick Homemakers highlighted their last meeting with an antique display of quilts, dishes, clothing, books and more. President Mrs Myers opened with The United Nations Hymn as Elizabeth Hovermale led music and donations were planned for The Home For Aged.
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Frederick club hosts autumn gathering with food samples
The News Frederick Md October 20 1981 reports a club meeting with 15 members and 3 guests. Mrs Leonard Haines entertained and prepared a turkey dinner and an ice cream ribbon cake for sampling. Mrs James Van Sant led the business session and a food donation to the Home for the Aged was requested. Refreshments honoring Halloween were served. The next meeting will be at Mrs Frank Gardner's home on November 20.
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Dope Peddler Gordon Enters Guilty Plea
New York October report states Waxey Gordon, a famed mob figure of the 1920s, pleaded guilty to dope peddling at 64 facing potential life imprisonment. He was arrested August 3 and, under court pressure, admitted guilt. sentencing is set for November 9. A Trinidad tuberculosis sanatorium notes a surgeon removed a third lung from a female patient in a rare procedure performed yesterday.
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State Attaching Pay For Income Taxes
About 300 Marylanders face reduced pay this week or next as the State uses salary liens to collect delinquent income taxes. Thousands more may be affected if taxes remain unpaid, with 90 percent of liens covering back taxes from 1949 and earlier. The State Income Tax Division can verify delinquents via earnings reports from employers and may seek court action if needed.
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Senate House Conferees Strike $7.32 Billion Aid Bill
Washington reports Senate and House conferees reached agreement on a compromise 7.320 billion dollar aid bill supporting foreign nations against Communism. The House accepted a roughly 1.1 billion dollar reduction from their initial 7.482 billion request.
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