Congress expands power to inspect tax records nationwide
The Senate Commerce Committee, led by Warren Magnuson, gains presidential authorization to inspect income tax returns for 1939 to 1972 to probe organized crime and detergent industry extortion. Other committees and several federal and state agencies already access IRS records, with full committee approval required for individual taxpayer reviews.
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Warren G. Magnuson
D-Wash
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New Organized Crime Fighting Unit
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Dole Says He Was Not Consulted on Butz Pick
Senator Robert Dole of Kansas, Republican national chairman, says he was not consulted about Earl L. Butz becoming agriculture secretary. He learned of the choice 90 minutes before announcement and urged that consultation occur in nominations. He warned Butz must show he will fight for farmers and noted Benson ties as a red flag.
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Robert Dole
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Clifford M. Hardin
Dole
Senate
Earl L. Butz
Butz
Agriculture
Ezra Taft Benson
Benson
Nixon targets unpopular property taxes in 1972 bid
President Nixon plans to turn rising local taxes into a national issue, linking property tax relief to revenue sharing. A Florida speech to the White House Conference on Aging highlighted proposed measures to ease burdens for seniors and others, stressing action over talk. A constituent letter about a 73-year-old man selling property to pay taxes was cited to illustrate the need for change.
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Remarkable 45-Star Flag Found by Evansville Goodwill
A 45-star American flag dating to 1896 was found by Evansville Goodwill staff in Indiana. The flag marked Utah’s 1896 admission and Oklahoma’s 1907 statehood, serving an 11 year span before becoming obsolete. Donated by Ralph Lindley, it may be offered to the Utah state.
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