Word: burdening
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Dates: during 1940-1949
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...first time in history the relative tax burden of the United States has now become heavier than that of England. This milestone was passed last week when the levies of the new tax bill went into effect. Under the terms of this measure, the amount which we will pay in taxes will be greater than is paid in England when measured either on a per capita basis or as a percentage of the national income--the only two bases upon which it is possible to make a fair comparison between tax burdens in different countries...
...higher taxes that the American people are paying far less to their government than the English. But according to Robey, these frequently heard statements rest upon false bases of comparison. The English people pay higher income and inheritance taxes yes! But they do not bear such a heavy burden of excise taxes, both state and federal. People who compare the British and American tax structures also forget that the English pay 90 per cent of their taxes to their national government, while 40 per cent of our taxes go to municipalities, school systems, park districts, drainage systems, counties, and states...
...bring the total tax to 9%: 3% paid by the worker, 6% by the employer. Other proposals suggested by various White House advisers might raise the tax to as much as 15% or 20%, might increase the employe's load more than the employer's. With this burden added to all his other taxes (see p. 16), the worker would have precious little money left to fritter away...
...preparation for the Springfield game Saturday afternoon, Coach Jim McDonald used a great variety of players seeking the best combination of attack and defense. Yesterday the offensive showed definite signs of weakness in the clinches and placed a greater burden on the defense. However, that portion of the team accepted the assignment ably and by the late periods had the British shooting from mid-field...
...play is typically Shavian, marked by his brilliant dialogue, his sardonic philosophy, and a unique ending. The cast is excellent, and only a great actress like Katharine Cornell could outshine it. Even though her role is small, she carries the burden of the play, while Shaw laughs gaily at the world and the audience laughs with...