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Newspaper
Malvern Leader
Location
Malvern, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1965
Page
1
Congressman John Hansen notes a proposed federal aid bill would yield about 3 million dollars for the Seventh District’s schools. He highlights the tax dynamics, stressing the funds are federal but ultimately tied to local property taxes and withheld teacher salaries.
Renowned Des Moines Register columnist Harlan Miller retires after four decades of Iowa boosterism and candid commentary. His broad interests and strong writing made him the state's best known writer, and his absence will be felt by readers.
The Malvern Leader under editor and publisher A Wortman notes the paper is entered in the post office at Malvern Iowa as second class mail matter under the act of March 3 1879. Subscriptions are payable in advance offering one year six months three months and two years options with prices.
In Malvern the town council will begin a tree planting program for the business district soon. Business owners are urged to spruce up storefronts and fronts to match the improved area. A winter with mud and grime prompted a broad cleanup effort and painting.
An excerpt recounts debates among craftsmen on outdoor privies with details of local figures like Miliz county artisans, Walker and Darby Graver, and mentions a March 31 NFO meeting where a moosehead incident was discussed, reflecting humor and rural concerns of the era.
State Representative Williem J. Scharle argues daylight saving debates miss the point and urges dropping the issue. He notes Senate and House versions differ on dates from Memorial Day to Labor Day and predicts possible conference committee action. He favors simply forgetting the whole matter.
The Senate and House debate mandatory sub districting tied to a constitutional amendment with a House amendment likely to pass. A190 school reorganization heads to the governor to require all unattached areas to join a 12 grade district by July 1, 1906, with county boards overseeing final application. A hunters proximity bill seeks stricter limits near buildings, with potential House amendments increasing from 200 to 600 feet and sparking debate. Farmers claim hunting endangers feedlots. the bill aims to correct a chronic grievance.
Letters from readers describe travels and memories. J G Whitesides of Omaha recalls 1905 high school graduation signed by W P Wortman. Laurence Schroeder couple travel through the west and praise Hoover Dam and Lake Mead. Cliff Baldozier and wife prepare Estes Park cottages for a busy season as Rocky Mountain National Park marks its Golden Anniversary with events.
The Iowa Department of Agriculture inquiry slows legislative action as members seek to avoid committee duties outside their roles. Lawmakers urge prompt action and condemn the probing as damaging reputations and hindering constitutional function.
Fragmentary read of a debate hints at constitutional concerns and volatile public mood as proposed measures face administration challenges. The wording suggests deep divisions and potential changes may fray under policy execution.
The House approved the School Bus Bill to provide free rides for parochial school pupils on public buses by 66 to 56. Representative Scherle voted against the measure, part of a bloc of 22 Republicans and 34 Democrats opposing it.
The Senate rejected a proposal to lower the required vote for school bond authorization from 60 percent. Two amendments were offered to set thresholds at 55 and 50.1 percent, but both failed, with the writer defending the 60 percent rule as a safeguard for community interest. Other bills hinge on actions including school standards property tax relief and state appropriations, while a call is made for all students to visit the Town Legislature.
A subcommittee on Education discusses a framework to secure state and federal funds for a separate entity to govern all trade schools and junior colleges in Iowa. Financing remains a hurdle with two options: general fund or a local option mill levy. The group notes road funding bills and highway commission input could impact plans and the western border.
The House considers a highly controversial school bus bill this week. Two bills address the same subject and fall under general application. Both proposals center on school transportation policy and safety measures.
A committee report describes the Denler investigation as lengthy and tedious with dull testimony. It notes that Democrats run the inquiry rules restricting questions and statements while threats and contempt warnings touch off tensions among Republicans and an allied senator.
A committee chair man had a microphone installed by the State Bureau of Criminal Investigation without requests from the committee or court reporters. The device was removed due to privacy concerns for witnesses and attorneys. Republicans argue the firing of Mr Dealer was political. they urge focusing on tax and appropriation bills and plan to defer further investigations to the Bureau of Investigation.
The Malvern Leader from Malvern Iowa reports on community happenings in early April 1965. Local residents, school notes, and town updates reflect the period’s everyday civic life with brief notices and regional news.
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