The Key West Citizen Newspaper, December 26, 1945, Page 2

PAGE TWO The Key West Citizen Published Daily, Except Sunday, by L. P. ARTMAN, Owner and Publisher Jor ALL Business Manager From The Citizen Building Corner Greéne and Ann Streets Only Daily Newspaper in Key West and Monroe County ‘sntered at Key West, Florida, as second class matter MEMBER OF THE ASSOCIATED PRESS The Associated Press is exclusively entitled to se for republication of all news dispatches credited wy it or not otherwise credited in this paper and &lso the local news published here. SUBSCRIPTION RATES One Year .. Six Months Three Months . Jne Month Weekly ... ADVERTISING RATES Made known on application. a SPECIAL NOTICE All reading notiees, cards of thanks, resolutions of respect, obituary notices, poems, etc., will be charged for at the rate of 10 cents a line. ices for entertainment churches from a revenue is to be derived are 5 cents a line. The Citizen is 4 pen forum and invites dis- cussion of public iss:es and subjects of local or general interest but it will not publish anonymous €DITO! WOW SSCCIA whi i IMPROVEMENTS FOR KEY WEST ADVOCATED BY THE CITIZEN More Hotels and Apartments. Beach and Bathing Pavilion. Airports—Land and Sea. Consolidation of County and City Governments. 5. Community Auditorium. | : FORGET YESTERDAY People persist in comparing the pres- ent era’with that following the first World War. Actually there is very little to com- pare and the sooner this is realized, the sooner the country can approach problems as they exist today, particularly in the field of taxation and government debt. In the latter, the comment of the president of a large life insurance company is signifi- cant: “At the end of the first war, the Fed- eral debt had, it is true, risen to what then seemed staggering figures—from roughly one billion in 1916 to 25 billions in 1919. Large as this total was, it still was not of overpowering significance as compared with other forms of debt, for it represented less than one-fifth of the total of all forms of public and private debt of the country. “By contrast, at the end of the Victory Drive in 1945 the Federal debt will be ap- proximately 280 billions. Accustomed as we are to huge figures, it is almost impos- sible to understand the full implications of this enormous Federal debt. We are in the forest and cannot see over the trees—but we do know that government debt is now over twice as/large as all other forms of debt combined, including state and mu- nicipal obligations. “Here is another significant compari- son: In 1919 the U. S. government debt was only about one-third the size of all the bonds, notes and mortgages of industry, farms and real estate. Today the Federal debt, instead of being only one-third, is al- most three times the size of all forms of private debt.” VETERANS DISAPPOINTED Calling attention to the new construc- tion needed in this country to ease an acute housing shortage, Leo S. F. Dentner, re- gional director of the OPA, says that the failure of returning veterans to secure ade- quate housing facilities is breeding “ a sul- len resentment.” We have not come across any evidence of this attitude on the part of returning veterans in Monroe County but we can imagine the feeling of a man, home from the war, who finds himself unable to se- cure a home in which to house his family. The same comment applies to veterans who come home, eagerly anticipating the transformation into civilian life, onl tyo discover that they are without jobs. These things represent tragic experiences to men who served their country well and reflect little credit upon those of us who remained safely at home. Thrice armed is he whose cause is just. Be patient; what you don’t know, somebody will tell you. There are people in Key West thor- oughly unaware of the traffic rules when operating a motor vehicle. “Let us all examine the merits of any cexpenditure, whether it be for ourselves or for our state, before we put our stamp of approval on it, to the end that the great- est needs first be served,” cautions State “Comptroller J. M. Lee of Florida. SUPERIORITY COMPLEX As our palates still sense the soothing effects of a turkey dinner yesterday, we assume that a little lesson in English would not be amiss today. The Citizen, on a good many occasions for a good many years, has squirmed on hearing a good many Key Westers blare “int’rest’”’ or “in-t’res-ing” for interest or in- teresting, and has been on the point of de- manding, “Why maul and maim the Eng- lish language?” but, on second thought, ended up by supinely asking, ““What’s the use?” So far as we can recall, the first Key Wester we heard say “‘int’rest” or “int’rest- ing” was a young woman, fresh from col- lege, who thought she was en regle and all that, don’t you know? That was 20 years ago, and today she still slurs¢the first “e” in each word, and still thinks she is right. When we first heard her, we thought, “Oh, well, she’s still young”, but she is 20 years older today and her eyes still sparkle, as though they were saying, “See, I know how to pronounce it!” when she says “int’rest” or “int’rest- ing”. Look into your dictionary, and it makes no difference what company issued it, and you will see that “interest” is a three-syl- lable word and “interesting” is a four-syl- lable word, and the first is pronounced in- ter-est, with a secondary accent on the first syllable, and the second is Pronounced in- ter-est-ing, with a secondary accent on the first syllable. , : It is difficult to determine why a sheep will determinedly follow a blind bellweth- er. There’s that locution “insofar as” that is gaining ground throughout the coun- try. Let’s see what Dr. Frank Vitzelly, who was America’s foremost lexicographer for a third of a century, says about it: “In so far as. The ‘in’ is redundant. ‘So far as’ is complete in itself as an ad- verbial phrase, and expresses all that is meant. The incorrect phrase Probably is modeled on ‘inasmuch as’, which, however, is grammatically. different, ‘much’ being a noun and requiring the preposition to give it abverbial force, while ‘far’ is itself an adverb, needing no preposition.” So there you have it. But, above all, don’t let anybody stare you out of counten-* ance when you pronounce interesting as a four-syllable word. He or she probably has a-superiority complex, so you may be charitable and let him or her keep it and treasure it. ——$——_____ Another reconversion problem is get- ting the women back into the kitchen. Emotion is not a substitute for intelli- gence and nothing that is built upon tem- porary stimulation of the senses can ex- pect to be permanent. In the near future Florida business men with inter-city offices will be shuttling across state by planes, it is predicted. That’s a fine prospect for aviation, but don’t for- get the crack-ups that will result. As driv- ers of motor cars now are warned to be careful on the highways, drivers of air- planes will be warned to beware of col- lisions. HERO LINDBERGH Col. Charles A. Lindbergh is in the news again as a result of the declaration of Rep. -Mason, of Illinois, that he “is the Billy Mitchell of this war.” Brother Mason wants to restore his commission in the air force and insists that he shot down “several enemy planes” at the risk of his life in the Southwest Pacific and should be awarded the D.S.M. This is a hot one. The fact that thére are no records in the Far Eastern Air Force of the shootings, according to Gen. George C. Kenney, its commander, will not deter the congressman from trying to “rectify” the status of the man who flew the Atlantic and won fame. ES Lindbergh, it may be remembered, Was very much impressed with the strength of the German air force and became com- pletely defeatist in his attitude toward the Nazis. He broke with President Roosevelt when the latter rebuked him for a series of speeches and resigned his commission. There was talk, for a while, that he would run for office. We have no desire to punish Mr. Lindbergh for his pré-war views, presum- ing that they represented his sincere opin- ion, which is more than we can say for some of the isolationists and pacifists that hailed his views with glee. Nevertheless, he resigned his commission and there is no particular occasion to believe that there is any basis for a move to inflate him again i as a great hero. > list,” Jerry pleaded in a falsetto voice. “Oh, definitely. darling,” Virgi- nia answered him. “You wouldn’t put Jerry in the back row, would you now? He has such obvious ‘Suspect ability.” The or listened and watched. If he thinks he can learn anything from them he doesn't know their faculty for making things more obtruse, Julia thought. He-parried their thrusts expertly but made no attempt to lead the conversation. He hardly glanced at her but out of the cor- ner of her eve Julia watched him constantly. He didn’t seem to be suffering from her pitter denun- ciation. Which only went to prove that he hadn’t meant a word he Chapter 17 [Monday 11:55 a.m. to 4 pm] Sos and Jerry came in be- fore the police had gone and Frank talked to the Inspector in the library. Gertrude had been al- towed to clean up the salon and Moore was putting sandwiches and salad on the dining table. In the cocktail room Jerry mixed drinks for the two women. Julia’s spirit of defiance had died leav- ing her dismally aware of her — from the viewpoint of the lice. The entrance of Frank with Sabet seenies on oO! m. Jerry asi what ted and handed both scotch and sodas. said. “I trust you didn’t poison the z Ee x “Tll wager I can solve this case Inspector's... Jerry. Sew’ York [before you do,” Virginia chal- City has more inspectors than|lenged. i poor Luxembourg had soldiers, “Lord, Ginnie, don’t you know said Virginia, amateurs are the bane of a de- Jerry grinned. “The Inspector | tective’s existence,” interposed knows that poison is a woman’s| Frank. weapon. I kick my victims out of} enable sat his glass on the bar windows and let gravity finish} with a sharp click. i them off.” “When do we get questioned _“Jerty!” Julia’s tone was hor- | again?” asked Virginia. . “You have to take your turn. “That’s odd.” said the Inspector, | The scotch was illuminating, Mrs. “because that’s exactly what I be- | Baker.” lieve was done—the man was Their glances crossed for one Kigkeds . _|soarkling instant. When he left was not paying attention to Venable. He looked at Jerry in the animation in the room seemed disgust. “I'd say that’s very poor taste.” te- go with him. Virginia laughed shorfly. “This “What was so illuminating about it?” Jerry wanted to know. murder, business gets us down, In- “I wonder,” said Julia. “We all talk too much,” Frank sighed. “It’s hard to remember “I feel like hell. Frank, why didn’t you close the show?” “The show goes on.” And on =na on, thought Julia. She stayed unti’ they had eating then she slipped away. If anyone was going to clear Julia it looked like it was pretty much up to herself. The first thing she wanted to do was find out if there were any replies to her ad. It would serve the Inspector right if she solved his case for him. She repaired her makeup and pe a dark blue felt hat over er curls and put on a dark coat | so she wouldn't be easily identi- fied by any detective who might follow her. She went through Robey’s suite to the foyer. There was a police- man in the corridor outside but h. did not appear to take much notice of her. It wasn’t until the elevator stopped on the main floor that she remembered the report- ers. “How do I get out the back way from here,” she asked the elevator boy. 2 “Tll fix you up. Ma’am.” His nod brought an attendant. “Take Mrs. Baker out the back way.” She opened her purse for a tip and saw it was emptv. “T'll have to get some money. Where is the manager?” The bov took her to the man- ager’s office and he gave her a hundred dollars and said he would put it on her bill. She was out finally. through the passageway and on the street. She took a taxi and told the driver to go to Altman’s at the 34th Street entrance. There were no signs of a car following but she got out at the department store and went in. She went out or Fifth Avenue and took a cab to the Times rr. “fm trying to be the comedy relief” Jerry went on, unper- turbed. “Humorists are never sus- pected of the crime.” “That humor of yours is a oripe. sweet.” Virginia turned a critical glance on the Inspector. “Bet you never had such a luscious bunch of suspects, now did_you?” “Let’s say such a glamorous bunch,” he amended. “You wouldn’t exactly call Moore—” “Don’t tell me I’m not on your ANNOUNCED BY STATION Subject te Change WKWF Where to Listen— 1600 On Your Dial : Mutual Broadcasting System (*Designates Network Program) Wednesday. December 26th 6 P. M. to Midnight that suspects are safer silent.” “What a sizzling alliteration!” commented Virginia. The door bell chimed and Grace and Steinway came through to the bar before Moore could an- nounce them. “What are you doing—revisit- ing the scene of the crime?” Jerry inouired rudely. “Do you mind?” Grace asked Julia. throwing a fox cape on the bench. “No. Are you feeling better now?” been told to get any replies. There were no replies vet. the clerk told her and nodded to some one back of him. A man came up and took her arm. “This way. lady.” “Where are vov taking me to?” “Headauarters.” To be continued Qe TODAY'S HOROSCOPE KEY WEST IN Today gives much concentra- indications are toward the things ;that are elevating, and there is PROM FILES OF.THE CITIZEN! aspiration in a superior degree. OF DECEMBER 26, 1935 jIt is a pity if all this ability ———— |should not be applied to the 'native’s material welfare. A group of Key West singers visiting the Marine Hospital yes- News - ‘ | terday entertained the patients 1600 Club hese | Weather Report | 1600 Club | Fulton Lewis, Jr.* Mrs. Frances Watkins and} Sammy Kaye daughter, of Chicago, are due to} Frank Singiser* arrive January 7 and will occupy Inside of Sports* one of the Bragassa apartments; Music* on White street. ' Fresh Up Show* Gabriel Heatter* Real Life Stories* Spotlight Band* Music Hawaiian Music All the News* Earl Roth Orchestra* Dance Orchestra* Liebert News* Dance Orchestra* ‘Bascom L. Grooms was the chief speaker today at the lunch-! eon of the Key West Rotary Club.} SHSssasansasas The two ferries, on their way! from Cairo, Ill, to Key West, are expected to arrive today, it was! announced at the WPA headquar-| ters. | } County Jailer Leon Roberts,, known far and near as Joe Pret- ty, acting under the direction of Sheriff Karl O. Thompson, gave a chicken dinner yesterday to the| prisoners in county jail. Flanking the chicken were apple and mince pies and fruits, nuts and candies. Thursday, December 27th 7 A. M. to Noon Sunrise Serenade News Sunrise Serenade Weather Report Sunrise Serenade News Sunrise Serenade Frazier Hunt, News* Shady Valley Folks* Meditation Shady Valley Folks* Program Resume Church in the Wildwood Waltz Time Names in the News War Criminal Trials* Fun With Music* Cecil Brown, News* Elsa Maxwell* Take It Easy Time* Victor Lindlahr* Noon to 6 P. M. William Lang, News* Morton Downey, Songs* Weather Report Dance Orchestra Orchestra* Xavier Cugat Lopez Music* | Stone and Brito* John J. Anthony* Cedric Foster, News* Jane Cowl* Cliff Edwards* Queen For A Day* Griffin Reporting* | Jazz Jamboree Remember* Music of Manhattan* Erskine Johnson* ‘The Johnson Family* Melody Hour* Pete Howe* Charles Sands, one of the em- ployes of the Florida East Coast Railway who were obliged to go to Miami if they wished to hold! their jobs, sent The Citizen a Christmas card, and, besides Christmas greetings and best wishes for a prosperous New} ; Year, told of his pleasure in re- ceiving and reading The Citizen | R. A Gray, secretary of state, today formally announced in The Citizen his candidacy for the Democratic nomination to succeed himself in the primaries to be held next June. He is the first to announce in The Citizen. 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