Tariff Shifts Hit Women Consumers in Household Goods
Washington report outlines tariff changes on imports of household necessities. Many items shift from free to taxed, with specific rates for wool blankets, wool clothing, cotton fabrics, bread, milk, butter, eggs, vegetables, and fruits. The list shows substantial increases for textiles and goods used by women, echoing broader tariff revisions effective March 1 1914 and December dates.
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Washington
Barre
Simmons
Treasury
Senate
New Tariff Law Promises Broad Rate Reductions
The Democratic tariff reform bill advances with support, pledging lower ad valorem rates from 40.12 to about 27 29 percent and broader reductions across food, textiles, and manufactures. It promises to curb living costs, fight trusts, and raises revenue via an adjusted income tax while protecting business and consumer interests.
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Washington
Wilson
House
Aldrich Law
Wilson-Gorman
Cy ‘Aecommatien
Ell
Manu
Rector
Noma
Ad valorem rate changes in House bill on lithographic views
The text outlines house bill adjustments raising ad valorem duties on lithographic views and certain lenses and instruments while expanding free lists for cement and related materials. It notes changes to mica classifications, increasing duty for low value mica and reducing higher value mica, and shifts in cotton manufactures rates by yarn counts with minor reductions for some fancy weaves.
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United States
House
Senate
Conference work shows amendments to Underwood bill
A day by day summary of conference actions details tax changes for high incomes, exemptions, and new deductions. It lists added and reduced tariff items, reclassifications of cotton cloth, autos, and foreign trade provisions, plus amended inspection and Cuba reciprocity sections. The report preserves named items and policy shifts with emphasis on the altered rates and exemptions.
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House
Senate
Dillon
United States
Income Tax Begins for Citizens with $3000 Plus
Washington reports the new income tax law targets 425,000 Americans with incomes over 3000. Returns cover March 1, 1913 to December 31, first payments due June 30, 1914. Tax rates range from 1 to 7 percent, with pay at the source for corporations and employers.
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Washington
Treasury
Internal Revenue Collectory
Wilson
Supreme Court
Wealth in the Middle West Taxable incomes reported in six states
The commissioner disclosed estimates showing wealth concentrated in the Middle West with Chicago leading, 12 000 residents earning 3 000 to 20 000 yearly, and Minnesota reporting about 4 000 with incomes above 50 000. Iowa and Wisconsin show sizable fortunes, while Michigan and Indiana distributions vary by district, outlining a broad regional tax landscape. The Minnesota estimate notes 160 men earning above 100 000, far more than Chicago’s 35, signaling regional wealth disparities. A table presents taxable incomes across six Middle West states.
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Tavenne
Middle West
Minots Oat Abde
Chicago
Tex
Springfield
Peoria
Indiana
Iowa
Wisconsin
Michigan
Minnesota
Colle
Minaiayan Ake
Boini Dupola
Middle West States
District Tax Clarification for Citizens and Firms
A fragment states that firms and corporations handling citizen incomes face tax responsibilities. Individuals who pay their tax will receive a receipt proving payment to the government. The text references March timing and district procedures for tax collection.
Canadian Fox Industry Faces Soaring Prices and Regional Shifts
The Canadian fox industry reports large sums for breeding stock as shipments from Edmonton to Canada and the United States total around 320000 for 219 foxes of various hues. A New York firm paid 305900 for tan young black foxes, while some black pupa sold for 1500 to 2500. The Western Raw Fur Company plans to stop eastern shipments and build a western Alberta farm, amid a 25 to 60 percent price decline blamed on excess northern supplies from Yukon and Alaska.
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Points Inater
Canada
United Stat
New York
Western Raw Fur Company
Alberta
Yukon Territory
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