20 Jan 1971
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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1971
Page
1
A large wild dog suspected in mauling three dogs and six others to death on Black Hawk County farms over the weekend was spotted northeast of La Porte City. Deputies chased the creature as it leapt snowy fields and fences, with snowmobiles planned to pursue.
An intercepted memo from junior high staff notes Washington praising staff effort and interest in the school and its students. The document is signed with initials WES and reflects supportive school leadership language.
Iowa Governor Robert D. Ray signals possible scrapping of the 19-year-old voting age amendment as lawmakers weigh lowering age to 18. The debate centers on legal rights tied to adulthood, with timing and election costs shaping decisions. If approved, the 19-year-old measure could reach voters in 1972, while the 18-year-old route may stretch to 1974. Weather outlook: cloudy, warmer tonight with light snow north. teens lows, highs 28 to 30s.
Iowa Crim Commission Director George Orr warned that organized crime is shifting from large cities to small towns and rural areas in the state. He linked the rise to nationwide crackdowns, noting 43 percent of Iowans rely on small, ill trained law enforcement and predicting greater vulnerability for communities with limited resources.
President Nixon moves into the second half of his term and plans a highly ambitious State of the Union message for Friday. He told aides the proposals will be the most comprehensive and far reaching in modern U.S. history as he prepares drafts at Camp David and anticipates a cabinet dinner with Mrs. Nixon.
U S lawmakers Fred Schwengel and John Kyl announce a two day conference in Washington February 23 24 inviting mayors council members chamber officers and other civic leaders from their districts. Speakers expected include HUD Agriculture Interior Justice EPA cabinet members will discuss federal programs and mutual concerns.
DES MOINES UP I Ray defends proposed liberal dormitory rules across Iowa state universities saying any loosened standards must not jeopardize appropriations or debt coverage for residence halls. He criticized liquor in dorms for underage students and urged selective older student housing while backing continued restrictions. He also discussed appointing a new state superintendent of public instruction, noting a House bill proposing gubernatorial appointment of the role and potential noneducator nominees.
Iowa Supreme Court reinforced rules requiring Aid to Dependent Children recipients to report all income to county welfare offices. The unanimous decision overruled claims the statute was vague. Helen I Robinson of Davenport appealed after failing to report income while on ADC, leading to a 90 day jail sentence for obtaining money under false pretenses.
Washington officials report 13 inches of snow from early January cost 11,112.37 to remove and control over a two week period. The figure includes 1,148 man hours and 933 equipment hours with 26 tons of salt. Many hours lost due to cars trapped in snow. Work continues to clear ice from intersections and reduce future costs. Residents urged to move vehicles promptly to aid crews.
A 22 member evaluation team will visit Washington Junior High Sunday through Tuesday as part of the North Central Association accreditation process. The evaluators will tour classes meet staff and prepare a report for the state NCA Committee.
Des Moines federal income tax tables now cover incomes up to 10 000 for taxpayers who do not itemize deductions. IRS Iowa director John F. Hanlon notes the change follows the 1969 Tax Reform Act. For itemizers or incomes at 10,000 or more, use tax rate schedules.
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