Grateful Taxpayer Gifts $500 to National Defense Fund
FARGO, ND — On this day in 1950, a North Dakota businessman demonstrated extraordinary patriotism by donating an unexpected $500 to the federal government. J.S. Lamb, the internal revenue collector for the state, announced that the funds were included with a tax return and were intended as a gesture of gratitude for the freedoms and opportunities afforded to Americans.
Accompanying the generous check was a heartfelt letter expressing appreciation for the nation’s prosperity. The letter stated, “The other check for $500 is to witness our gratitude to a free, good land for its opportunities and blessings enjoyed by us.” It included a wish to contribute to a cause greater than mere tax obligations, emphasizing the commitment to keeping the country free.
Lamb confirmed that the donation would be forwarded to Washington, where it would be credited to the national defense fund. This remarkable act of kindness not only reflects the spirit of the times but also showcases the deep-rooted respect and love many citizens held for their country during a significant era in American history.
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