Many systems provide that an individual may claim a tax deduction for personal payments that, upon payment, become taxable to another person, such as alimony.
In 21st century dollars, the amount equates to approximately $900,000/year, and was said to have been the largest alimony settlement ordered up to that time.
Women have equal rights in divorce and are entitled to alimony, but husbands are often permitted to retain full control of family businesses after divorces.
