Roosevelt urges shared burden of tax rise for defense
President Roosevelt stated a minimum revenue need of 8.5 billion dollars and urged individuals and corporations to bear a fair share of the tax burden. He did not specify new revenue sources, hinting exemptions on securities or broader tax bases may be involved, and stressed defense funding as a national task for all Americans. He sent the letter to House Ways and Means Committee chairmen and planned a stop in Staunton, Virginia to dedicate the late president's birthplace.
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Tax policy hints from President on revenue goal
President Woodrow Wilson speaks on tax policy and administration. He notes a proposed revenue target of 8,500,099,200 and hopes Congress will back a plan aligning with a broader tax policy. He mentions Doughton and his committee and signals a favorable view toward a unified tax approach.
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Bendix Strike Threat Looms Over Brace of Defense Plants
SOUTH BEND Ind May 3 A strike threat hit Bendix Aviation Corp plant in South Bend with contracts valued at about 10 9 million two bargaining committees authorized to walk out if requests for a 12 percent wage rise are not met. Meanwhile 1500 dock workers at Superior Ashland Duluth and Two Harbors voted for higher pay seeking 12 1 2 cents to raise wages to 73 cents an hour. In Washington the defense mediation board pressed CIO CAW and General Motors toward a contract to avert a 61 plant strike affecting 160 000 workers. Coal mining in Illinois and Alabama remained idle as talks lingered and the United Mine Workers pursued separate negotiations. Secretary Perkins noted only one tenth of one percent of workers were on strike, with defense workers at two tenths of a percent.
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Negro Denied His Release After Forgeries Trial
After Rev. Frederick Malienz testified the court denied Mulllens release and ordered return to the penitentiary. Sheriff Baker and County Investigator Selkin, summoned, noted he pleaded guilty to several forgery charges in local court. This action followed a requisition process signed by governors of Maryland and Georgia.
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Frederick Malienz
Dinner For Elgin Planned On Monday
A testimonial dinner will honor W. Lee Elsis, Commissioner of Motor Vehicles, at the Carson Hotel Monday March 3. Guest speaker Robert Nixon arrives from Washington to discuss international affairs with entertainment by radio, theater stars, and Domn Francis Orchestra. Over 309 reservations have been made by Maryland and District of Columbia residents.
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Robert Nixon
Washington
Ient
William A. Dads
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District of Columbia
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Thomas D
Division Will Go On Daylight Time
Fort George G. Meade Maryland March 3 The 29th Division will go on daylight saving time beginning at midnight Sunday night Division headquarters announced Friday The clock will move forward one hour and the division will begin first call Monday morning at 845 oclock Daylight Saving Time or 445 a m Standard Time The daylight time proposal was raised by Major General Mitten A Reckard division commander at a meeting of athletic officers and non commissioned officers in charge of company athletics The change aims to provide an extra evening hour for recreation and athletics.
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Mid
Mar
Mitten A. Reckard
Greek Benefit Is Big Success Venture Summary
The Greek Way Relief Association staged a war relief dance last Wednesday. Executive chairman James Koliopoulous said the event exceeded expectations, with ticket sales around 350 dollars and total proceeds near 800 dollars.
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Defense Officials Seek Fullest Use Of Machinery And Manpower
Defense leaders push expanded arms production for Britain and the United States. Knudsen and Hillman urge bonuses to keep skilled workers from vacations. Roosevelt asks faster tool production and round-the-clock operation, with more machine tools and operatives. Draft screening may emphasize defense roles, with careful staffing in medicine and engineering.
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AP SERVICE WINS PRAISE AT MID ATLANTIC MEETING
AP members from Maryland Virginia and West Virginia praised the cooperative for its war coverage at a two day session hosted by the Baltimore Sun. Resolution introduced by Harry Robinson and seconded by Talbot Speer congratulated AP reporters on war coverage and noted plans to extend congratulations to correspondents. Notables attended includes AP New York heads General Manager Cooper and Alan Gould with chiefs Brian Bell Frank Fuller Max Fullerton and William Warn. A banquet at the Maryland Club featured Rear Admiral Russell Wilson and Maj Gen Walter Grant as guests. The group to meet tomorrow at Elkridge Kennels before possible golf or Pimlico races.
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Medicine Source In Oil Wells Sought In U S
Richmond May 3 oil wells in California may replace Java quinine for malaria in the continental United States a research chemist told the Virginia Academy of Science. Dr Alfred Burger UVa chemistry professor said petroleum derived bases show promise over quinine and coal tar derivatives plasmechin and atropin. United States mints last fiscal year produced and delivered more than 180 000 000 new nickels to banks.
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Mayor Proclaims Music Week in Hagerstown 1842
The mayor of Hagerstown proclaims May 4 to 11 as Music Week urging citizens to enjoy and join planned events. Dated the 32d day of May, 1842.
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This Dog Gets His Day In Court Over Ownership
In Pittsburgh on May 3 the State Superior Court ordered a new trial in a dispute over a coon hunting dog. Howard L. Beard of Montgomery County claimed ownership of a dog allegedly named Jerry, while William Mossman claimed the dog, once bought from a Louisiana breeder, was named Sket tered and not the same animal. The judge noted both sides showed strong “coon hunting fever” and that the evidence was evenly divided, justifying a fresh trial.
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New Neon Sign Over YMCA Front Is Torch for Strangers
A new neon sign was installed this week above the North Potomac Street entrance of the local YMCA. The sign, visible at night with colored insignia and letters, directs strangers to the building and enhances its appearance. It was funded anonymously by a friend of the association.
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Rope hero stops purse snatcher in four block chase
Frank Owens of Los Angeles fashioned a rope and lassoed the robber’s ankles after hearing a station operator scream. He chased the suspect for four blocks and tied the thief before police arrived, turning a hobby into a hero deed.
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