Richmond Palladium (Daily), Volume 42, Number 75, 8 February 1917 — Page 7

THE ElCttMUMJ VAUtAVltfM, AND SUN-TELEGRAM,. THQR&DAt, FEB. 8. 1917

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CLUB PROTESTS NEW FEDERAL TAXES PROPOSED ON CERTAIN EXCESS PROFIT

Th following protest r&int & federal tax on corporation net Incomes is being forwarded by the Commercial club to Senators Kern and Watson, Representative Gray and other members of the Indiana delegation In congress: Whereas, Congress is preparing to tsx the net income of co-partnerships and corporations at the rate of S per cent of the amount of such net Income in excess of $5,000 and S per cent, of the actual capital invested; and Whereas, such proposed tax is grossly discriminating inasmuch as it differentiates between classes of citizens and classifications of property, exempting a majority in each case and imposing the full burden in both instances on a comparatively small minority: and Believe Principal Dangerous. Whereas, we believe all discriminatory taxation to be not only unjust but also positively dangerous to the nation, as tending either towards the confiscation of the wealth of part of the citizens, legally and honestly created, or towards the creation of a privileged class having too much power in and control over government by rea

son of the influence it might acquire through paying a disproportionate share of the expenses of government; and Whereas, we believe all loyal and self-respecting Americans, seeing their interest and appreciating their responsibilities as citizens, are willing each to pay, according to their ability, his or her just and equable share of the taxes necessary for the maintenance of government, and Wheras, we believe the only exemption for ability to pay should be to each and every individual on an equal baels, eliminating all unjust, discriminatory and confiscatory gradations; and Other Sources Are Untapped. Whereas, there are existing sources from which government by fair and Ju6t principles of taxation can derive the revenues necessary for its support, as suggested in the following: 1. By lowering the exemptions in the existing national income tax law, thus enabling more of the collective national income to contribute its just share to the expenses of the government whose power gives it security; 2. By the imposition of a Federal tax on land, whereby, through exempting improvements and a special exemption the same to all individuals and based on their ability to pay, all citizens of the nation through their dependence upon the land for their livlihood v ill pay their fair share of the

government's expenses; t now, therefore, be it Resolved, that the Richmond Commercial club protests for the reasons stated against the proposed excess profits tax and urges Congress to adopt instead the means suggested for raising revenues for government Committee. JOHN M. LONTZ. PETTIS A. REID, R, O. LEEDSAttest E. M. Haas. Secretary Richmond Commercial club.

PERMIT ACKERMAN TO LEAVE GERMANY WITH AMBASSADOR

In contradiction to reports that United States Ambassador Gerard, recently recalled by this government from his post in Berlin, had arrived in Switzerland, yesterday, John F. Ackerman of this city last night received a telegram from the press association his son, Carl AcKerman, has been representing in the German capital, stating that Ackerman would leave Berlin with the American ambassador either today or tomorrow. Ackerman will be accompanied by

his wife and baby. They expect to! go to Spain and there take ship for; New York. They "win probably come; to Richmond on their arrival in Newj York. No direct word from Ackerman has ! been iceived since the breaking off

of relations between the United States and Germany. GOt Food in Denmark. The last word John F. Ackerman received from bis son was mailed from Copenhagen, Denmark. January 9, and was received here twenty-two days later. Ackerman went to the Danish capital to 6eure food supplies, principally food for his baby. The previous year he was arrested for bringing food supplies from Denmark into Germany and. had to stand trial. He was convicted and bad to pay a small fine. This time, the last letter received from him states, he had no difficulty in bringing supplies into Germany. Ackerman has represented one of the largest American news associations in Berlin since shortly after the outbreak of the war.

COMMERCIAL CLUB NOMINATES SLATE FOR 1917 ELECTION

Two tickets nave been placed in the field for the annual election of directors for the Commercial club next Monday evening. The tickets are known as the Red and Blue tickets. Eight nominee's are on each, slate but members may vote tor nominees

on either ticket. The eight nominees receiving the highest number of votes will be elected. Following are the nominees: . Red Ticket Edgar F. Hiatt Oliver P. Nusbaum, L. S. Bowman. James A. Carr. John M. Lontz, C. W. Jordan, Matthew VonPein. Alonzo Gardner. Blue Ticket James A. Carr, Elbert W. Shirk. L. E. Iliff. Edwin G. Kemper. William F. Bockhoff, Henry Goldfinger. S. H. Reed, D. N. Elmer.

DAVIS OPPOSES PURCHASING NEW STEAM TURBINE

Opposition to the program of plant extensions and betterments outlined by Supt. Kleinknecht of the Municipal Electric plant in his report to the board of public works, a report which was approved by Howard Gluys, chief engineer, was expressed by President Bavis and Mayor Robbins at the board meeting today. The board decided to take the superintendent's recommendation under advisement. President Bavis approved the proposal for the construction of a dam acf ose the river hear ' the plant for the purpose of securing an adequate water supply, and to construct a water screening system an uncontamintted water supply. Objects to Getting Equipment. He objected to the recommendations fcr the purchase of a 4,000 k. ra. turbine and a complimentary cotdensor, and two additional boilers. Mayor Robbins concurred in the board president's views. 1 Sir. Bavis pointed out that the report that if boilers were ordered prior to March 1 delivery by August 15 would be guaranteed, but that no delivery date could be specified for an order received after March 1. He said that it would be impossible for the city to

place an order by March 1 and observe Q legal requirements. ; v He objected to ordering another tur-. pj

teed for a period of less than 19 months after receipt of order, beoauee the plant now has equipment suf Ho lent to meet all demands that would be made upon it for the next three years at . the present anticipated growth of the plant's business, 500 k. w. per year, as. set forth, in Klein

knecht's report The plant now has

a capacity of 4,800 k. v. and Us out

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1 Bavis said that it would be necessary;

to pay war-time prices for turbines or dered at this time, and he also was reluctant to contract a large additional

plant indebtedness to be handled by

the next city administration.

SCHOOL ENROLLMENT SHOWS GAIN OF 214

An increase of 34 over last term's enrollment is shown in the figures of city school attendance compiled by Superintendent Giles today. At present 3,963 students are enrolled in the high schcol, Garfield and the grade buildings. At start of the fall term 3,753 students were enrolled. Increases at practically every building are noted. The composite enrollment: High school, $93; Garfield, 562; Finley, 252; Warner, 295; Starr, 497; Whitewater. 244; Hibberd. 315: Vaile, 2SS; Baxter, 2S2; Sevastopol, 242; Joseph Moore, 99; totals, 3,969.

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RELIABLE HOMtJ TREATMENT Thousands of wives, mothers and tisters are enthusiastic in their praise of Orrine, because it has cured their loved ones of the "Drink Habit" and thereby brought happiness to their homes. Can be given secretly. , Orrine is prepared in two forms: No. 1, secret treatment; Orrine No. 2, the voluntary treatment. Costs only $1.00 a box. Ask for booklet. A. G. Luken & Co.; 630 Main Street. Adv.

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News that creates interest for

Friday and Saturday buy hi

The store invoice has just closed and reveals a number of broken lines and odd lots. Price advantages to you are found in all departments. The shelf room is needed for the new spring arrivals.

Odd Lot of Wool "Tarns" Values to $1.00 ; now 25c

NOTE THE FOLLOWING FOR QUICK SELLING FRIDAY AND SATURDAY AND MANY OTHERS NOT HERE MENTIONED.

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Odd Lot of Ladies' Fleeced Union Suits Priced for Friday and Saturday at 39c regular 75c values. Children's Heavy Hose Regular 25c value, but on Friday and Saturday they will go at Two Pairs for 25c

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Gingham Coverall Aprons, special value, in all colors, Friday 7Q and Saturday 1 gi The popular "Tumble In" Dress Aprons, takes the place of a dress and apron combined, QQ only

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Towels 20c and 25c Huck Towels, 19& special lot to close at J.al Also one lot of Towels at 10c

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$1.25 Petticoats, Friday

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15c DRESS GINGHAM 10c Double Fold Percale, on Friday and Saturday, at per yard, 9c.

Gap and Scarf Sets ONE-HALF PRICE '' 1 ,l ti'ii1'!' In m ... i.,m....A Hi r; 'J , .", , i' Ribbon Regular 50c and 75c Fancy Ribbons to go on Friday OQp and Saturday, per yard

New Goods are Constantly Arriving ELEGANT LINE OF SPRING DRESS TRIMMINGS On Sale in Dress Goods Department. NEW SPRING BLOUSES Crepes, Marquisettes, Voiles, Silks at price range from $2 to $8.75

fau of Blankets Special for Friday and Saturday (see East Window). Because of late delivery we will place on sale one case of Woolnap Blankets at

$3.48

NEW SPRING DRESS MATERIALS AND SUITINGS : u At Special Prices. 40-inch Dress Marquisettes and Voiles, per yd., $1.25 New Silk Canton Crepe, per .yard .$1.25

See Early Spring Display of Black and White Dress Goods t in the West Window.

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LoommEedls iry CdDdDis Loom Ends of 10c Calicos, all colors and size lengths, sale . . . . . 4 V2C yd. 1 2J2C Hope Muslin, Loom End Sale, per yard S1 1 2J2C Percales, all colors; Loom End Sale 9c yd. 20c Table Oil Cloth in colored and white, sale price. . . 12 Vic yd. 1 0c and 1 2Jc Curtain Materials in plain and colored borders, sale price . . . . ..6c Yd. 3 to 4 lb. Rolls of Comfort Cotton, sheet size, 72x90, worth $1.00 to $1.10; sale price 55c Roll 35c Madras Shirting, a good selection of patterns, sale price. . 19c yd. 25c and 35c Curtain Goods in Voiles, Marquisette and Scrims, sale price at 14c yd. 25c White and Colored Plisses, just the thing for gowns, sale ... 16c yd. $1 .50 Silk Poplin, Silk Shirtings and Fancy Silks, Loom End Sale, 89c Yd.

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BanrgjMinis Large Cover All Aprons, dark or light colors, extra special. . . . .49c $1.00 six-supporter heavy coutil Corsets 79c 59c Corsets, extra special 39c Ladies Bleached Fleeced Union Suits, $ 1 .25 value 79c One lot $1.00 Princess Slips. . .55c 59c Muslin Drawers, sale ..... 39c $ 1 .25 Muslin Skirts, sale 79c $1.00 Muslin Gowns, sale 79c Buy Shoes Mow Ladies' Dress Shoes, values to $3.50, button or lace, gun metal or patent leather, also tan, sale. ..... .$1.95 Ladies High Boots, lace, $4.50 value, Sale . . . . . . . . . . . . $3.45 Men's Goodyear Welt Gun Metal Dress Shoes, sale' $2.95 Boys' Gun Metal, sizes 1 to 6, sale price . . . ... ... . . -$1.48"

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,$1 .50 Brussels Rugs, 27x54, a good selection of- patterns. Loom End Safe ......98c 60c quality Linoleum, 2 yards wideft all new patterns; sale price. 39c yd. $7.50 Best Combination Mattresses, 50 lbs.,Loom End Sale. . . . . $4.98 9x 1 2 Wool and Fibre Rugs, sold at $10.00; Loom End Sale. . , . $5.98 SPECIALS 4-sewed Heavy Broom, regular price 35c; sale 1 29c Colonials Glass Tumblers, sale price at . . . . . . . . ....... 23c doz. Favorite Open Washing Machines, adjustable bottom, Sale price $2.89 Nickel-phited Tea-kettle on heavy copper, Regular $2.00; Sale $1.59 Men'sWoolWure SHJETS All new patterns, worth $8.50 to $ 1 0, sale prico $5.48 Men's Heavy tFleeced and Ribbed Union Suits, $1. 25 value, Sale. .89c Men's Heavy Si 'eaters, grey only, V-neck and high collar, sale. . .50c Men's Work Shirtr. at 49c Boys' Suits, wool mixtures in all colors and sizes, $3 an d $3.50 values, sale price $2.15

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All Suits up to $27.50 now i 13.50 Suits up to $16.00, sale $8.75 AH Coats now in three lots, regular prices to $25, $3.75, $6.98, $10.75 All Wool Dress Skirts, value to $3.50 Sale price ...... ... . . $1.98 One lot Silk Poplin, Serge and Taf feta Dresses, sale . . . .... .$3.09 The Biggest and Best Sale of the Year

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