On the recordAugust 12, 1952
After considering these studies, I have indicated on several occasions my strong view that the tax benefits now enjoyed by the shipping industry are excessive in amount.
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presidency.ucsb.eduAfter considering these studies, I have indicated on several occasions my strong view that the tax benefits now enjoyed by the shipping industry are excessive in amount.
Letter to the Secretary of Commerce on the Tax Benefits of the Shipping Industry.
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