Ousted official sues IRS for back pay
Edgar E. Hoppe, ousted inspection chief, sues the Internal Revenue Service for 526,825 in back pay, alleging a political conspiracy by top Eisenhower aides. Secretary Humphrey says Hoppe was dismissed in 1953 for incompetence and a belligerent attitude, while a Senate investigation may review the case.
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Hoppe Sues Over Dismissal By Commissioner Andrews
Hoppe, a Dallas lawyer, sues for wrongful firing by T Coleman Andrews alleging political discrimination. He claims Secretary Humphrey and Civil Service commissioners upheld the dismissal citing inability to organize and direct the inspection service. Andrews and others declined comment.
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