the District Court upon the conviction of certain charges. A few minor officers may be removed by the Governor alone.
Military Power.Practically all modern governments make the chief executive officer the commander-in-chief of the military forces of the Statenot that he is the most skilful in arms, but because he is sworn to see that the laws are faithfully executed, and in the performance of this duty it may be necessary for him to call to his assistance the physical force of the State. As head of the military department of the State, the Governor may order such posse or military force from any other county or counties as is necessary to enforce the law. He also designates a staff of officers who receive military titles and frequently accompany him on ceremonial occasions. These appointments are generally political and not given because of military skill.
The Thirty-third General Assembly enacted an entirely new military code for Iowa and authorized the Governor to make and publish regulations and orders for the government, discipline, and uniforming of the Iowa national guard, not in conflict with existing laws.
Duties of the Governor. The Constitution provides that the Governor "shall transact all executive business with the officers of government, civil and military, and may require information in writing from the officers of the executive department upon any subject relating to the duties of their respective offices." The General Assembly has required practically all State officers, boards, commis-
