Tax Exemption Opposition in Congress on Presidential Pay
The Star opposes special income tax exemption for Truman, Eisenhower, and other presidents. It notes current exemptions reduce tax on 150 000 salary for Eisenhower and 40 000 for Nixon and Martin, with repeal set for the new administration. It warns the tax bite remains heavy on Americans and criticizes Truman spending.
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Congress
Ent
Truman
House of Representatives
The
Star
Eisenhower
Williams
Delaware
Byrd
Virginia
Mr. Nixon
Mr. Martin
Nixon
Martin
Public officials deserve adequate pay and fair tax burden
The Star urges raising salaries for public officials if current pay is inadequate and argues those who levy taxes should bear their full share. It notes President Truman’s remarks highlight the harsh federal tax system and his own surprise at the tax exemption he has received.
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The
Star
Truman
Truman to Leave Office in Two Weeks as Agreement Falters
President Truman will depart from office in two weeks amid persistent disagreement with his policies. The nation faces a transitional period as the administration winds down and lawmakers seek new directions.
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Truman
Oppose Proposal for Special Tax Class in America
The speaker commends eight years in office and calls it possibly his last proposal. They oppose it vigorously and insist there should be no special tax class. Every citizen from president to millworker should follow the same tax laws with no top exemptions.
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America
Liquor Industry Suffering From Tax Burden and Surplus
In the Louisville Courier Journal analysis, Hugh Morris argues the whisky industry faces a tax heavy problem, with stockpiled warehouse whisky and weak demand. Federal excise taxes, warehoused surplus, and potential tax cuts shape earnings, prices, and consumption prospects for Kentucky distillers.
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Hugh Morris
Frankfort
Morris
Courier-Journal
Kentucky
New York
Emanuel Celler
Celler
Congress
Backroom Boys Aim to Wrest Stevenson's Grip in Illinois
In Chicago, backroom Democrats move to wrest control of the Illinois party from Adlai E. Stevenson after his 1952 defeat. The piece notes Stevenson's shaky hold on the state organization, the governor race fallout, and pressure from regulars, with references to historical figures and a push for a broad political future.
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Adlai
Chicago
Adlai E. Stevenson
Ilinois
Stevenson
Sarah, Norris
Hiram Johnson
la Guardia
Alfred E. Smith
Springfield
Conventio
Windy City
Eisenhower
Sherwood Dixon
Edward J. Barrett
Dixon
Barrett
Stratton
Aristides
Athens
William Jennings Bryan
Nicholas Murray Butler
Harold EB
Stassen
Legge Reelected President of Charlie Rouse Fire Co
One year ago Robert C. Legge was reelected president of the Charlie Rouse Fire Company. Also noted, Colleen Elizabeth Ryan wed Sgt. Leroy F. White Jr. in Winchester, and a deputy sheriff with ABC agents found a large still and mash near Greenspring. Mrs. Albert Stine returned home after hospitalization.
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Robert C. Legge
Charlie Rouse Fire Company
Robert R. Ryan
Colleen Elizabeth
Leroy F. White, Jr
DeHaven
ABC
Dulaney and
Cowan
Greenspring
Albert Stine
Memorial Hospital
South End Fire Company Re-elects Rainsberger Third Year
H W Rainsberger Jr is re-elected president for a third year and William Godenour is appointed driver for the 26th year. The Duncans announce Mae Irene Duncan’s engagement to Rev Kenneth V Shick of Allentown PA. Mrs Morrison visits relatives in Dade City Florida.
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H. W. Rainsberger, Jr
South End Fire Company
William Godenour
C. W. Duncan
Mae Irene Duncan
Kenneth V. Shick
E. T. Shick
Allentown
Winchester finances end year balance report
W A Baker treasurer states Winchester closed the year with a balance. Five decades ago notes recount a city county dispute over market square privileges and social events in Washington and Winchester.
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W. A. Baker
Winchester
Nellie Warren
Washington
Ada Lupton
Rainfall figures show monthly totals and averages
Present and past rainfall figures are shown for 1983 with totals to date and average 40 year period. Monthly rainfall is listed from January to December with values including January 2.48 inches and December 2.50 inches, among others.
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Hees Dade
Motion sickness causes and symptoms explained by Dr Herman Bumdesen
Dr Bumdesen discusses motion sickness including seasickness train and car sickness. He notes nausea yawning excessive saliva fatigue and throat discomfort as common symptoms. Prolonged exposure to motion triggers these episodes and the condition is tied to balance system disruption.
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Oy Herman M. Bumdesen
Sea Ledge
How's Your IQ A 100 Question Quiz From The Past
A nostalgic quiz lists ten questions with multiple choice style prompts. It references Jack London nationality, Salonika country, AFL founding year, a presidential quote, Charles Lindbergh’s 1927 flight, the Garden of Hesperides fruit, a Democratic rival to Bricker, the sacred geese story, Montpelier capital, and Manila’s Philippine island.
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Jack London
Salonika
American Federation of Labor
Spirit of
St. Louis
Atlantic Ocean
Garden
Hesperides
Senator Bricker
Ohio
Montpelier
Philippines
Manila
Brussels sprouts cross with kale and cabbage in garden mix
Garden note reports Brussels sprout plants crossing with kale cauliflower collards and cabbage to create a diverse leafy vegetable mix for home growers.
Joy Street Skating Weekend Sparks Quiet Revelry
Emily and her husband wake to a sunlit skating scene on Joy Street where friends enjoyed moonlit tobogganing and fancy figures. Emily embraces the outdoors all day while the couple act as chaperones, then return for a late supper and rest as the mountain sunset glows.
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Emily
David
Joy Street
Wovid
Priscilla and David Skate Under Moonlit Snow Night
Frances Parkinson Keyes recounts a social scene where Priscilla and David glide hand in hand on fresh ice under a bright moon. Brian hesitantly follows while Priscilla, in scarlet, stands out as the others rest, amid warm chatter and developing romance.
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Brian
David
Roger
Priscilla
Wes
Call
Pam Bos
Kayes
Miracle Battle Turmoil Faith Amid War’s Destruction
A Korea veteran recounts an artillery barrage aimed at a church yet the church survived with only broken windows. Officers insisted the order was fulfilled to the letter by marksmen, calling the incident a miracle and a symbol of spiritual values amid ideological devastations.
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Korea
Church of Jesus Christ
Eternal words endure as church remains steadfast
The text proclaims that Jesus' words endure beyond time while the Church of Jesus Christ stands firm amid a devastated world, with the gates of hell not prevailing against it according to scripture. The passage emphasizes divine permanence of faith and the church's resilience.
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Earth
Jesus
Church of Jesus Christ
Hell
Mail Didn't Go Through in Amarillo Mailbox Mixup
Elliott tried mailing a $2 check for a magazine subscription from Amarillo Texas. Airmail envelope and only 3 cents postage led to the letter being returned with a warning. Two days later the letter reappeared in his box with a note that only U S mail properly canceled may be placed in a residential mailbox.
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Amarilo
Tex
Elliott
U. S
Amateur Myth Of Wake Mystery Draws Skeptics
Local letters describe rumors that a town group offered to handle a deceased’s estate for a fee by claiming to eat or consume portions of the body. Skeptics warn the tale may reflect superstition or misinterpretation rather than fact amid village gossip.
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