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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1971
Page
1
The second night of The Odd Couple at the high school auditorium attracts a large audience with shows slated at 8 p m each evening through Sunday. Tickets remain available as the annual Y's Men's Club production continues. In Detroit, ex groom Joseph Puhy receives rice outside his office before a luncheon for his divorce.
The Mid-Prairie Board of Education set June 7 for a vote on using about 56 000 from the School House Fund to fund relocatable or permanent classrooms at Kalona Elementary. The plan, previously voted on with a relocatable focus, now allows either option and is not a bond referendum.
The Washington County TB group and Health Association met at the Willows with 29 attending a dinner meeting. The 1970 Christmas Seal drive raised 4224.65, short of the Washington County goal by 91 dollars, and 1951 people were skin tested with 99 receiving X rays from a mobile unit. Officers elected include Bob Koehler as president and Dorothy Babb as city seal chair, with township chairs listed for numerous towns. Steve Messinger, conservation officer, presented slides on Mississippi River pollution and Iowa cities.
The Iowa Senate on a 30 to 18 vote eliminated Dram Shop liability limits from a liquor overhaul bill. The measure would have capped damages at 50 000 for one person and 100 000 for any incident, with six months to file suit. Supporters argued higher insurance costs and risks for small taverns, while opponents urged full accountability for serving intoxicated patrons. Senate debate continued as lawmakers considered further amendments to restructure the state liquor monopoly under a single director and advisory board. Governor Ray backs the plan, citing potential 2 million in savings.
In Manhattan Center a protest by more than 3,000 cabbies against a near 50 percent fare rise erupted into a brawl. Union President Harry Van Arsdale Jr. and aides were driven from the stage as chairs flew. Police with 15 units intervened. no arrests or serious injuries reported.
A county board of supervisors hearing is scheduled for April 6 on an application to store water at Washington County Hospital. The quarterly statement is available for review.
East Pakistan’s civil war reportedly spills into India on three occasions as Pakistani air force planes machine gunned Kasba border village and gunfire crossed into Indian territory. Indian border guards restricted to front line duty while New Delhi and observers call for adherence to frontier agreements. Pakistani army pullback demanded.
The Iowa House passed a bill to levy a fee for park use by a 52 to 4 vote, signaling potential to raise up to 1 million dollars. Democrats argued the measure could end low cost family picnics and outdoor activities. One vote margin suggests a tight result.
Progress reports from the 1971 Washington County Red Cross membership and fund drive are summarized by county chairmen. Area volunteers report varying completion, with totals including dollars and members. Also noted are legislative debates on a proposed state park use fee to support maintenance and improvements, with vetoes and amendments discussed.
Partly cloudy tonight with lows in the middle to upper 40s. Friday brings mostly cloudy skies and a warmer trend with a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Highs Friday expected in the middle 70s.
Members of the Washington Community FBLA Chapter will send delegates to the 25th Annual State Leadership Conference at the University of Northern Town campus April 16 and 17. They will compete against Iowa chapters to qualify for the National Conference in Miami Beach, Florida, June 9 to 22, with participants named for events such as Parliamentary Procedure, Public Speaking, and Shorthand contests.
In Des Moines, University of Iowa leaders pledged that medical manpower needs will stay a high priority amid possible budget cuts. President Willard Boyd warned a reduced appropriation could force salary holds and faculty losses, while stressing the university has tightened programs to offset inflation and growth pressures.
A terse intercepted memo warns that a customer lie could increase liability. The note emphasizes caution in dealings and the risk of misrepresentation for the party involved.
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