Compromise Reached on Deferred Sentencing Bill in Iowa
DES MOINES UPI Senate House conferees approve a compromise that restores judges power to grant deferred sentences only after victims are compensated. The plan limits offenses eligible for deferred sentencing and requires restitution based on actual loss and offender ability to pay. The measure, rejected by the Iowa Supreme Court previously, heads to both chambers for final approval.
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Snake killing turns into a fatal blast
In Grove Hill Alabama two people died and a 16 year old girl was critically injured after an elderly woman shot at a snake and triggered the detonation of 340 sticks of dynamite stored in an outbuilding near a home. The blast demolished the house and the husband was away at the time.
Washington Firemen Dominate Two Contests at Whoopee Days
Washington firemen again demonstrated prowess at Brighton Whoopee Days by winning two contests on Thursday evening. Allen Fuhr with Tom and Glenn Beauchamp took first in the bucket brigade, while Darrell Hamilton Karl Jones and Tom Beauchamp won the water fight. The teams anticipate competing in additional area contests at later dates.
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Tom Beauchamp
Weather Town extends warm spell through midweek
The forecast for Monday to Wednesday calls for fair skies with high temperatures in the 70s on Monday and the upper 70s to mid 80s by Wednesday. Lows are expected in the 50s.
Birds Attack Mount Prospect Residents in Hitchcock Like Invasion
An 18 year old resident reports blue jays dive bombing neighbors mailmen and police in Mount Prospect. Officers used a tennis racket and BB gun while a village worker painted over two no parking signs to deter swooping birds. A baby blue jay was found in a garage, suggesting the birds protect their young.
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Caterpillar Found On Iowa Soybeans
A plant specialist from Iowa State University reports increasing sightings of a plant chewing insect on young soybean plants across Iowa. Dr. Harold Stockdale notes most pests in northwest Iowa, with some in Polk and Jasper counties. The insect, adult painted lady butterfly and larva thistle caterpillar, last appeared in 1968 with limited damage and does not attack corn. It migrates from the south and has been found in Nebraska, North and South Dakota, and Missouri.
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Dean to testify after secret session in Watergate inquiry
Senate Watergate panel summons John W. Dean III for secret questioning about his claims that Nixon discussed a cover up with him on multiple occasions. Dean set to testify publicly Tuesday as investigators seek corroborating evidence before the TV hearings.
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Jeb Stuart Magruder
Beiter Honored At Retirement Dinner For Red Cross Service
Winnie F Beiter longtime executive secretary of the Washington County American Red Cross chapter was honored at a Friday dinner at the Captain's Table marking her retirement on June 30 after 23 years. About 100 guests presented commendations a commemorative pin a plaque and a new typewriter. Beiter 76 recalled Red Cross dedication and thanked volunteers and local officials who organized the farewell with Milo Steele Jr as emcee.
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Washington County
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Washington
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Roger Schloss
Les Grim
Dairyman Larry Roth Builds High Output Farm Near Wayland
Wayne County profile of 32 year old Larry D Roth a Wayland area dairy farmer who milks 57 cow Holstein herd on 160 acres using automatic milkers and a backup generator He reports 557 pounds butterfat and 15022 pounds milk per cow last year he plans expansion to 80 cows while juggling hogs and other cattle and notes milk price about 6 20 per 100 pounds with 15 gallons per 100 pounds equaling about 41 cents a gallon He cites good returns but acknowledges high investment and long hours with stricter standards not deterring his plans for growth and succession by his sons.
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Skylab crew plans for return trip
The three Skylab astronauts Pete Conrad Joseph Kerwin and Paul Weitz tune up for their six day return by practicing landing procedures in the docked Apollo. Ground controllers and flight director describe the drill as essential for both crews and ground teams.
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Pete” Conrad
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