Texan oil tax debate faces federal dominance and state reform
Connelly's column argues Texas should raise oil and gas taxes on shipments beyond state borders to offset eastern inequality. It criticizes Washington bureaucracy, urges Gov Stevenson and Lt Gov to pursue internal state reforms, cut waste, and focus on efficient government before blaming federal policies.
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United States
Washington
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Podunk
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Mr. Smith
John Lee Smith
John Doe
Austin
Senate
John Q
Senator Connally
Senator O'Daniel
Texas Debt Debate Amid War Bonds and Tax Fears
The passage laments state and county tax burdens and delinquent shares before foreclosures. It questions if the Stevenson administration and the 48th Legislature will be remembered for debt while taxes on Wall Street and the rich stay away. It notes scarce tax moves and calls out shifting wealth and public spending.
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Stevenson
Texas
Wall Street
John Lee
Dam Worker Dies at Denison Dam Accident
Morris A. Maley, 35, died in a local hospital from injuries after a bucket struck him while he slept in an accident at Denison Dam. Born in Boyd, he married Alma Thomas of Arlington. Survived by his wife and mother Mrs. W. H. Maley of Boyd. Funeral set for Thursday in Boyd.
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Morris A. Maley
Denison Dam
Maley
Boyd
Alma Thomas
Arlington
W. H. Maley
Brown ration stamp dates announced for War Ration Book Three
The Office of Price Administration sets Sept 12 as the start for brown stamps in meats fats oils butter and cheese to replace red stamps in Book Two. Stamps X to Z expire Oct 2, new brown stamps C to F come on Sept 26 through Oct 17. Blue stamps U to W first valid Sept 1 to Oct 7. Frozen fruit points raised to 12 per pound.
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