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December 17, 1935
On December 17, 1935, a landmark decision was made in the U.S. Supreme Court regarding the government's ability to enforce liquor taxes, resulting in a significant loss of $21,000,000 on diverted alcohol cases. This ruling underscored the ongoing tension in America surrounding Prohibition, which had been enacted in the 1920s and led to a flourishing black market. Meanwhile, Italy experienced a notable shift when it was announced that Italians would no longer face a check charge, reflecting broader economic adjustments in Europe. On the same day, the opening ceremony for the $13,000,000 Huey Long Bridge in Louisiana took place, drawing a mixed crowd that booed Governor John Walmsley, a perceived opponent of the slain political leader Huey Long, symbolizing the contentious political climate of the time.
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On December 17, 1935, the Italian Court of Appeal upheld the acquittal of J L Matson, who had been charged with passing false travelers' checks in Rome. The ruling highlighted issues surrounding the validity of the evidence presented against him. Matson's case drew attention to the legal processes involved in financial fraud cases abroad.
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LIQUOR TAX CASE DECIDED.; Government Loses Fight for $21,000,000 on Diverted Alcohol.
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WALMSLEY IS BOOED AT BRIDGE CEREMONY; Crowd Shouts Down Foe of Slain Huey Long as $13,000,000 Span Is Opened.
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