New Taxes for Veterans Spark Federal Budget Debate
The Senate approved a large appropriation bill boosting veteran and federal employee pay, despite a veto from the President. The package includes increased liquor and income tax measures, with Treasury estimates showing substantial revenue gains. The House defeated the veto by a 63 to 27 vote, and the bill moves forward as Democratic support maintains the path for higher federal spending.
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Veterans Veto Sparks Battle Over Budget and Pensions
A veto by the president challenges a veterans pension bill claiming $228.6 million above budget estimates with no funding plan. Democrats and Republicans debate political motives, with figures like Carter Glass and Pat Harrison urging restraint while others push to override. The War Department clarifies pay scales for officers advancing in July, not retroactive.
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Rooecvelt
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House
Carter Glass
Virgnia Democrat
Pat Harrison
Mississippi
War Department
What New Law Means to Vel's Pocketbook
Washington reports the independ ent offices law restores World War I veterans to the rolls at 78 percent of prior pay and expands compensation for permanently disabled veterans. Spanish American War veterans regain 75 percent, widows and dependents restore at a set rate, and federal employees face pay cuts offset by staged restorations starting February 1.
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Washington, D.C
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Army Navy Share in Pay Increase
Washington March 28 American army and navy officers and men stationed around the world were granted a 5 percent pay raise by the independent offices bill, passing despite the president's veto. Federal employees, including the armed forces, receive the raise.
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Navy
Washington, DC
American Arty
Independent Offices
Hungary Bans Punishing Pupils By Teachers
In Budapest a teacher who whipped a student faced action as Hungarian law prohibits corporal punishment in schools. The irate father pressed the case but courts typically dismiss such actions with only a small fine, reflecting strict limits on punishing pupils while placing difficult burdens on teachers.
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Hungary
Budapest
Reindeer herd shipped from Sweden to Pyrenees by truck
A consignment of seven Swedish Lapland reindeer moves toward the Pyrenees. The herd was ordered by a French syndicate for experimental transport and is driven southward by a Lapland keeper. Long stops will occur along the route in several places including Switzerland to acclimatize the animals.
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Pyrenees
Stockholm
Pyrenes
Switzerland
Quinine Substitute Promises Local Production
A Moscow report says a new synthetic quinine like remedy, called Plazmozit, has been discovered and distributed by the Pharmaceutical Institute. The institute claims it will replace imported chinchona bark from Java and South America, potentially ending the need for overseas supply.
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Pharmaceutical Institute
Plazmozit
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South America
Wage Hikes Issue Labor Tension Across US
Reports from Newark Akron and Milwaukee show rising wages and labor unrest. Rubberset announces a 45 percent wage increase with prior 15 percent since November 1. Akron sees over 100 machinists strike, halting tire and machine work. International Union of Operating Engineers seeks shorter hours amid company disputes. A 1932 Chevrolet roadster priced at $363 is listed in light classifieds.
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American Federation of Labor
Public Vital
General Candy Company
Milwaukee
International Union of Operating Engineers
Willny
Newark
N. J
H. G. Russell
Rubbersel, Company
Akron
Ohio
Akion
Mountain Sheep Still Exist in Remote Oregon County
Mountain sheep survive in isolated areas of the county, according to forest service officials. The Humber remains uncertain, and rangers frequently observe tracks.
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Enterprise
Forest Servier
Humber
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