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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1949
Page
4
An editorial page reflects on bulwarks and palaces, warns against reliance on others, and cites a local merchant tale. It laments low school election turnout and urges voter participation, praising civic duty. It discusses Gov Beardsley’s tax plan, food sales tax repeal, and a push to reduce or end the state income tax.
A lawmakers backed bill would empower the state tax commission to create a simplified income tax return similar to federal short forms. The plan aims to cut administrative costs and reduce complex deductions. The proposal mirrors approaches used by Oregon and Vermont to ease filing for taxpayers with lower incomes.
Washington’s long time resident Glenn Erwin Mace plans voluntary retirement as mayor this spring after two years in office. Born on a Highland township farm, he started as a chore boy at Colenso Hotel and held many jobs through youth, including express wagon work, shoe shining, and restaurant service. He trained as a pharmacist, then led the Ford agency and built the Mace Motor Company, later taking on public service roles in Washington.
The Oregon rates range from two percent on the first $500 to eight percent on over $8,000 with a tax table. Iowa may allow those with income of $4,000 or less to use a short form. For the year ending June 31, 1949, 80 percent of Iowa taxpayers could report without itemizing, cutting administrative costs without changing total taxes.
The article compares withholding at the source with the federal tax and notes opposition from businessmen. Vermont levies 1 percent on $1,000 or less, 2 percent on the next $2,000, 3 percent on the next $2,000, and 4 percent over $5,000, with an employer tax table provided. Oregon allows simplified tables for individuals reporting under $4,000.
The United States exported the largest quantity of wheat and flour in a single year in history during 1948, setting a record for a country’s export volume.
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