Indianapolis Times, Indianapolis, Marion County, 7 February 1939 — Page 2
Legislature Will Get 5 Bills to Modernize Indiana Traffic Code
afety Council Adopts Codificgtion Plans Calling|
For New Setup of Speed Limits, Manslaughter
| Penalty Revision and Other Changes.
C
Traffic Ei Council, to modernize | #
jana’s traffic code are to be introduced in the Legislature soon, J. J. Robinson, chairman of the Council Recodification Committee announced
i Five ‘Bills sponsored by Indiana d
today. | The Safety Council, meeting yes-
rday at | the Indianapolis Athletic tics ye unanimously the.reof the codification committee. = og op busses | Provide a speed lim ora fo miles per hour; limit trucks er 5000 pounds ds to 45 miles per our; fix speed limits to be estabhed by the State Highway Commission wh sre and when a survey shows. that ithey ara needed with a te-wide regulation that no persn should drive faster than is med: re sonable and prudent.
Four Penalties Proposed
ly a su lementary measure (ouply 5 sppigwey act to be known as the reckless homicide act en would provide for penalties severe than the involuntary anslaughter act. which. carries a 2 10-year sentence. Four penjes are proposed, either 1 tod ye ars or a fine of $100 to $1000 or days to 6 months on the State Farm or both the fine and imprisonment on the State Farm. |pefine charge of “under, the influence of liquor” as more than 05 per cent of alcohol by weight: of the blood and providing a fine of ‘not more than $100 and imprisonment on the State Farm of not more than one year or a fine of not : loge: than $500 and. imprisonment : the State farm for not more than 8 rée years. Enable counties to set up a magtrate court upon the petitioning the circuit court judge, who would - appoint the new judge. ‘Prohibit the solicitation of rides e standing on the pavement or roadway; changes term beginner's litense" to conditional license; fine of $1 up for not dimming bright - lights and other minor corrections in the present-statutes.
|. Patterned After 1938 Report
| The bills are patterned after the Lu safety report of the Uniform
tHicle Code of the National Conference on Street and Highway afety, Mr. Robinson said. | “While our bills may appear to be much softer than the present penlties ‘for many of the traffic viojons they really are not. We have ou revoked the penalty provisions lof the old acts but merely have provided sentences to be used in less lextreme cases.” | ‘He pointed out that many times |juries have refused to find guilty persons involved in involuntary ee cases because the penalty was too severe. “This is the case in many of the laa laws,” he said. The recodification committee mem- | bers beside Mr. Robinson, who is | professor of ‘law at “Indiana :University, are: W. H. Hill, Vincennes;’ | yo Edwin Poston, Indiana Federation of Clubs president; ‘Todd Stoops, Hoosier Motor Club secretary, and Hassil E. Schenck, Indiana Farm Bureau president.
‘TEXTBOOK PROBERS MAY SEE GOVERNOR
y Senators Indicate Concern Over Possible ‘Influence.”-
The Senate Textbook Investigating Committee may confer today with Governor Townsend following adjournment of the Senate session, Senator O. Bruce Lane (R. Bain- | bridge) announced. So far Senator Lane and Senator Thurman Biddinger (R. Marion) have shown by their questions that they were mostly concerned with the possible control the ‘Governor might have over adoptions. Six of the nine members of. the State Board of Education -are- appointed by the Governor. All of the seven board members | who have testified. before the com-
. mittee so far have denied that the|
| Governor has ever attempted to alter their vote in the adoption of textbooks. .- Suggested changes in schoolbook . adoptiofis considered by the com-
. mittee so far are: Free books, mul-|
tiple adoptions, rental systems and | various ways of electing and selecting a board which could not come under the domination of some unscrupulous Governor, Senator Lane explained that the
meéting with the Governor depend-|
ed ‘upon an early adjournment of
the: Senate this morning. Plans for a bill’ resulting from the investiga-|
tion. still -are’ entaiive,;
Senator Lane said, ;
five persons
BACKS CHILDREN
Any Measure to Protect Juveniles.
of Commerce will seek enactment of any “positive” law for the control of the use of fireworks by children and attempt to block any move which would delay its effectiveness until after this July 4, Edward Green, president, announced today. The statement came as the Senate passed and sent to the House a bill to require licensing of manufacturers and dealers in fireworks. This measure would not prohibit the use by children. A Housé measure to restrict the sale and use of fireworks by children was advanced to third reading in the lower chamber yesterday and provoked debate when attempts were made to advance the date of effectiveness to some time after July 4, 1939, to permit dealers-to dispose of their stock. Indicating that the Junior Chamber might back the House measure, Mr. Green said: “We are opposed to another ‘wide open’ Fourth. Our survey has
showed that during the last 30 years
more persons were killed celebrating Independence Day than died in action in the Revolutionary War. “We also have found that Michigan, since it enacted a good fireworks law, has reduced Fourth of July accidents 95 per cent.”
CUMMINGS HURT IN AUTO'S PLUNGE
Doctors Operate to Ease Serious Concussion.
( Continued from Page One)
31; Calvin L. Burton, 39, R. R. 9, Box 357, and Reuben Behlmen, 35, R. R. 5, Box 602, who were walking along the road, heard the crash. They ran to the scene and pulled Mr. Cummings from the water to the side of the road. ‘An ambulance was called. ‘Mrs. Cumimngs said she was helping her daughter ‘with her school lessons’ when someone she did not: know knocked on the door, told her of the accident, and asked her if she had a car. “I was so excited I didn’t get his name,” she said, “and I told him I could get there. I went just as I was, in overalls and no hose, to the home of Edna Dolan near home. We drove to the scene and I got there before they took Bill away.” In seven other accidents yesterday two persons were injured. Fortywere arrested on charges of violating traffic laws. Mrs. Dorothy Reynolds, 20, 'of 1136 Kentucky Ave., was in fair condition at City Hospital. She was injured when the car in which she was riding turned over on: the interurban tracks between. Arlington and Kitley Aves, :
TRAIN KILLS PEDESTRIAN HAMMOND, Feb. 7. (U. P.).—Fred Beck, 58, was killed late yesterday when he was struck by a Nickel Plate Railroad passenger train. He was walking along a drawbridge.
ruary.
safety.
of 3% per Year
RE SYST WA
yy re
FIREWORKS BILL
Junior C. of C. Will Support |
The Indianapolis Junior Chamber
tion of Bang’s disease in cattle; ap-
on the campus here.
"IN THE HOUSE
Bills advanced fo second reading would: Appropriate $50,000 for two years, beginning July 1, to promote the industrial, agricultural, educational and residential advantages of Indiana. : Provide for control and eradica-
propriate $15,000 during May and June to match Federal indemnity payments and appropriate $100,000 for next fiscal year and some amount each year thereafter. Amend gross income tax law by reducing retailers’ tax from one to one-half of one per cent and by reducing exemption from $3000 to $1000. : Provide a $1000 gross income tax exemption for each heir or beneficiary to an estate. Amerid the 1865 Railroad Corporation Act to permit incorporation of railroads which have reorganized under 77B. : Alter directors’ terms of REMC at from one year to. staggered one to three-year terms. Amends REMC Act to permit similar organizations in adjoining states to service Indiana territory that cannot be served Profitauly by Indiana REMC. Bills introduced: Enable the board of trustees of the Indianapolis Firemen’s Pension Fund to make temporary loans. Enable charitable or cemetery associations not operating for profit to be incorporated under the “not for profit” sections of the State’s| incorporation statutes. ~ Require operators of strip pits or mines to restore the land to its original usefulness after the workings have been closed. ' They would be fined between $1000 to $5000 to which could be added six months in prison for failure to fill up excavations. and level off- dirt and refuse piles. Enable township trustees to add a room to schools for teaching of agricultural, domestic science or physical education. Raise from 20 per cent to 80 per cent the amount of State reimbursement to.counties to pay costs of the welfare program. Establish a civil service system for firemen in second, third and fourthclass cities similar to that now in operation in Indianapolis. A civil service commission of three members would be established in thése cities. : Exempt property of rural electric membership corporations from taxation. Amend hte gross income tax act to exempt amounts received as withdrawals of share accounts in building and loan associations. Place the Democratic “Two Per Cent Club” under provisions of the Corrupt Practices Act. Change the method for the allocation by the State of motor vehicle
Funds invested: here by the TENTH day of February earn dividends figured from the: FIRST day of Feb-
Now is’ the: time to put your vagabond dollars TO WORK—in insured
: Dividends Paid During 1938, at Rate
por
FEDERAL SAVINGS RAND LOAN ASSN.
TOV
funds. A total of $2,000,000 would
INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA
President Herman B Wells. of Indiana University (left) today » received from resident James W. Putnam of Butler University an honorary degree of doctor of law at the Butler Founder's Day. Ssremonios
be distributed to cities aad towns on a population basis. One-third of the remaining would be allocated to counties and other two-thirds to the
State Highway Commission. Sets up a method of allocating the funds to the counties. Prohibit theaters where “legitimate stage productions are held” to sell tickets for standing room only. This measure applies only to theaters in Indianapolis. | Prohibit circulation of questionnaires to candidates for public office
ligious, financial or legislative subjects. The measure would provide a fine up to $1000 o ra jail sentence of from 30 days to six months for violation. Provide that all legal notices must be published in English language newspapers accepted by the Post-
. ee - OL. oh
sheriffs with the authority to sell
regardin gtheir views on moral, re-!sc
Ceremonies began with an academic processional into the Fieldhouse | ‘mn which seniors, capped and gowned, marched with scheol officials, guests and faculty. Left to right the above senior class officers are _ Byron Reed, presidenf; Dorothy Srader, secretary; Chloris Bell, vice preside 1t, and Laurel Poland, treas-
y. Don't Delay!
urer.
IN THE SENATE
Bills passed and sent to the House would: : Require licensing of manufacturers and dealers in fireworks; provide
for $1: fee; empower State Fire Marshal te formulate rules governing ‘manu acture, ‘sale and use of fireworks. Permits a common carrier vehicle to leave the scene of an- accident before arrival of the coroner if a member of the crew is left on the
ene. Permit boards of public works and
office Department as second class mailing matter. Authorize prosecuting attorneys in counties having ‘a population between 68,000 and 75,000 to appoint a criminal investigator.
STEER LT
Rayon Lined Silk Shade
February Lamp Special
Special at
look.
match.
Double ONYX
With Silk Shade
( Rayon Lined )
95
A EACH ’,
REFLECTOR FLOOR LAMPS trimmed with two pieces of onyx; the effect is beautiful. Wide tubing, cast arms add to their expensive Direct-indirect (milky-white glass reflector). ivory finish, with silk shade (rayon lined) to
SIX-WAY lighting ..Bronze or
Also Student Bridge Style to Mateh_____$6.95
A —Downstairs at Ayres.
1 safely in second-class cities to name
$1500 annually,
which claims on counties ‘may be flled for burial
or widows.
DOG FINDS WAY HOME,
HANFORD, Cal, Feb. 7 (U. P).
| —Bones, the pet Boston bulldog of
Milles Fuller, is believed to have
‘|made one of the longest treks ever
known to ‘return to its master. Bones disappeared last September,
Later it was ascertained that he had been taken to Odessa, Tex., by
transient cotton pickers. Recently the dog showed up with badly,
for admission, evidently having
made the entire trip from Texas to California on foot.
CALIFORNIANS WANT * PARK ON GOLD SITE
‘SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 7 (U,
P.).—A movement has been started to make a state park out of .the
.|site where James W. Marshall first discovered gold in California 97
years ago The by will comprise six acres,
SBatding. or Remodeling in Colonial?
. '« .» You'll find the new Crown Colony Lightoliers blend perfectly The architecture and furnishus Surprisingly low in cost, they are graceful, substantial Beatit, fully ully siniple and authentfs in des
FARRELL-ARGAST ELECTRIC CO.
102 SOUTH MERIDIAN RI-6321
departmental assistants in the city 4 government, oe Prohibit county officials from collecting fees from other county departments for services when the fee is to be returned to the county. Permit the juvenile court judge in Lake County to name three clerks at a salary of not more than
Limit to one year the time in
‘allowances for former service men or their wives
Establish a 10-year statute of limitations for the collection of delinquent gross income tax. A bill advanced to second reading
would exempt municipally owned tutilities hom property taxes. : |
Walk Into Spring— Smartly and Gomiorinhly in
Eyes are precious. Make sure yours are in good condition by having Dr. Fahrbach examine them NOW. No appointment
needed.
“Corliss” Tarsal Arch shoes are distinctive shoes . . famous for their styling, their smartness, their
comfort features.
spired group of these new 1939 spring styles, crafted to our quality standards of excellence, style and fit. In new colors, Spicewood, Blue, Navy, black, gabardine, patent, calf and kid. AAA to C widths in group.
Read This Inside Story—
J 2P 4x
rd Lecce cA r€/ ¢ € 4
LER A013
* (REGISTERED) rssseeeanmmmrf
® Spicewood! ® Black! ® Navy! ® Patent! °Kid! ® Calf! ® Gabardine!
Tomorrow, you'll find an in-
In Sizes 4% to 9,
1. The Insole Is Arch Supporting! 2. Combination Last, Insuring Snug Fitting Heel! 3. Cushion Heel Pad, for Walking Ease! . 4. Special Arch Shank, Gives Added
Support!
’ B, Cappo Metatarsal Pad for Comfort! 6. Lockstitch Sewsd, for Wear!
, ==Downstairs at Ayres,
This new collection of “Betty Shaw” prints terribly exciting . . . exciting in color, exciting in detail with the full, whirling skirt. Sizes 9 to 17 in ~ the group! ;
In Black and Aqua Black and Chartreuse Navy and Chartreuse
A Spring HIT! New
Women love these gay new “Betty Shaw” prints! They're the fashion medicine wardrobes need to bridge the gap from now into warm weather!
~
TEXAS TO CALIFORNIA +
Downsialis at Ayres.
There Correct Fashions -
« ’
swollen feet and clawed at the door _ |