Cracking the Code - and Poor Richard's latest Almanac

[Mr. Mephistopheles]

Of course, Burton got to write the majority opinion in Rutkin v. United States, 343 U.S. 130 (1952), which held that the proceeds of extortion were taxable income, and the court in James v. United States, 366 U.S. 213 (1961), held that Rutkin had "thoroughly devitalized" and "effectively vitiated" the Wilcox decision.

Ah yes, another example of tax protesters never learning to shepardize their cases. I actually get Wilcox cited a lot in my pro se embezzlement cases. They're shocked to learn that it isn't good law.

Those same people probably still practice bleeding to eliminate foul spirits from the blood and cupping to treat maladies of the chest.

[grixit]

Actually, there are a few medical situations where the best treatment is still a leech. But the doctors don't check the phase of the Moon or refer to humors to decide whether to use one.

[Leftcoaster]

Where's the pack of Preposterously Pinheaded Patriots Peter Piper picked?

The Pokey!

[Mr. Mephistopheles]

Actually, there are a few medical situations where the best treatment is still a leech. But the doctors don't check the phase of the Moon or refer to humors to decide whether to use one.

Maggots are still used on occasion as well to clean up necrotic flesh. I think some major sedatives would be in store for that treatment.