Rensselaer Republican, Volume 17, Number 51, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 27 August 1885 — Bogus Beer Stamps. [ARTICLE]

Bogus Beer Stamps.

[Washington special! The officials of the Internal Revenue Bureau are working with the Jifficers of the secret service in the investigation of an extensive system of frauds in New York City, So far their nttentien has been particularly directed tc the counterfeit beer stamps. Up to within a few weeks ago there was not the slightest suspicion that anything es a “crooked" Mature was agoing on, but an examination of the receipts of the local internal revenue office showed quite a ftSling off. A more careful examination developed the faot that it was confined exclusively' to the brewers. Then came the discovery that counterfeit beer stamps were in use. Up to date about $14,000 worth have been seized, and the end is not yet. The officials here are very reticent over the affair, and dee ine to give out the particulars for publication. It is learned, however, that they have discovered a conspiracy in which brewers from nearly all the principal cities of the country are concerned. The evidence is now being gathered, and it is understood that at the proper time there will be a series of arrests and seizures which will partake of the most sensational description.