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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1933
Page
3
Iowa lawmakers anticipate about five weeks more in the 45th general assembly with large numbers of bills filed in both houses. Prohibition battles heat up with measures ranging from repeal to new liquor rules as tax revision talks gain momentum and insurance relief moves are approved amid financial strain.
Wolfe is summoned to Pardons by Mrs. Brandon to tend Aubrey Brandon who has broken his leg after a race. The scene unfolds with Wolfe calm and practical guiding the boy through the painful procedure while Ursula Brandon watches, asserting authority yet showing worry. Aubrey shows defiance and fear, Wolfe calms him with mock bravado and careful care.
In a domestic scene Aubrey Brandon endures a painful splinting after a leg injury as Wolfe guides him with calm assurance. Ursula Brandon weighs a controversial newspaper article about Wolfe while acknowledging his sincerity and intent to reform, amid quiet tension and unspoken questions.
The five day waiting period before weddings after licenses are issued was killed and will be removed from the statute books. In a Senate debate many accused the law of hindering marriages while older and bachelor senators argued for retention. Most state border senators voted for repeal with younger members largely opposing.
School boards in consolidated districts may use discretion in bus service decisions under new policy guidelines. Officials say the change gives districts flexibility to tailor transportation plans to student needs while maintaining state requirements.
The house amended the Beatty Bennett tax reduction bill lowering 1933 34 levies to 75 percent of 1930 levels. A noon vote sought a 2h percent cut from 1930 tax collections, failed. On reconvening the measure was defeated and an amendment by Grady of Potta was adopted.
The amended levy compromise cleared the chamber 99 to 4. Tax reductionists say the measure will cut taxes by 15 million dollars. The bill returns to the Senate which passed it before recess. if they do not concur, a conference will decide. It is deemed the session’s key tax cut.
The bill extending redemption time under sheriff's sales to March 1, 1935 passed 108 to 0. Under the law owners retain possession and receive first right to redeem.
A simple moth deterrent suggests hanging a few bags of gum camphor inside the piano near the felt without touching keys to thwart moths, even if the piano is rarely played.
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