The Key West Citizen Newspaper, December 1, 1949, Page 2

Key West Citizen 5 From The Citizen Building Corner Greene and Ann Streets : » — <@aly Daily Newspaper in Key West und “*F Monroe County ee tered at Key West, Florida, as second class matter ; "Juanma oF THE ASSOCIATED Pauss 1 Asaociated is exclusively entitled to ase Tor reproduction of all news dispatches credited te Wor not otherwise credited in this paper, and aide the local ni published here. One Year: ... Big Months ree Months ne ‘Month Week! ADVER' ING RATES Made Known on Application “ SPECIAL NOTICE All reading notices, cards of thanks, resolutions of respect, obituary notices, poems, ete, will be for at the fate of 10 cents a line. jes. for entertainment by churches from fevenue is to be derived are 5 cents a line. The Citia is an mm forum and invites dis- Hic Issues sand. subjects of local oF » but it will not publish anonymous ass MONOGRAPH Dear Readers: Let’s disarm—the Russians say they ere all out for peace! THE ORACLE } COMMON SENSE J. Howard McGrath, Attorney Gen- eral of the United States, reminded a large group of businessmen that “it is your daily business to develop, defend and protect the credit system upon which much of the commercial activity of ovr country ‘is based—because of the service which you perform, honest men of moderate means are able to purchase automobiles, house- hold appliances and other conveniences and necessities which our free enterprise produces in such abundance—your efforts ereate markets and enlarge and stabilize .our,commerce, Without your service trade would stagnate, inventories would accumu- ~tate und so, production would be throttled, and the free flow of our commerce would be obstructed.” The Attorney General referred to the Sherman Anti-Trust Act which has long been called the “charter of freedom of American business.” He declared that this Nation’s solemn declaration that American enterprise shall be conducted by free and independent businessmen constitutes an act of deliberate choice, we have rejected wubservience to either an all-powerful State or to private monopolies. “The speaker reminded his audience that prominent among the liberties which our anti-trust laws guarantee is the liberty to engage in the business of one’s choice. And he reminded his listeners that this is an‘inherent right of the individual Ameri- ean citizen as the corner stone of our dustrial progress and the foundation of our political and social well-being-—it grows frem roots reaching deep inte our National past. in- BUILDERS, BEWARE Wise men in the United States Com- meree Department and Bureau of Labor Statistics have forecast a slump in private constnuction of new buildings next year. The predictions are that private construc- tion will drop $14 billion dollars below 1949. The Washington newspapers report that the higher-priced house market will be saturated in the National Capital next year—simply because Washington is being overbuilt. The small cities and towns throughout the Nation aren’t losing their heads—that is, not in most localities. Their buildings are not fancy and expensive, which shows new horse sense of people in the East, West, North and South, i 2H Se NE ESE ESS Authors find it difficult to believe that there are persons who do not read books. CANADA CAN’T BUY UNLESS WE BUY The unfortified border between the United States and Ganada has been held up to the world as a demonstration of what two friendly peoples can do in the way of keeping peace. In fact, relations between the two countries have been so friendly as to be almost informal when compared with some ef the technical transactions which oceur between foreign nations. This does not mean that there are no questions between the two countries. As a matter of fact, Lester B. Pearson, Ca- nadian Secretary of State for External Affairs, speaking in the United States, recently pointed out that his country can- not indefinitely buy two billion dollars worth of goods annually from the United States when it sells only one billion dollars worth. He gives a friendly warning that Canada may have to “put on retrictions” and expresses the wish that the people of the United States would become ‘more aware” of Canada “before the restrictions are needed.” The observation of the Canadian offi- cial is timely. It is apparent to thinking citizens of the United States that our large export trade balance makes difficult the swap of goods between this country and other. nations. It should be obvious, from the figures given by Mr. Pearson, that Ca- nada will be compelled to place restric- tions upon trade with this country unless we are willing to buy a larger volume of goods from the Canadians, You can get up an organization for al- most anything if somebody will put up some money. DISPERSE GOVERNMENTAL UNITS The reported atomic explosion in Rus- sia moves the U. S. Atomic Energy Com- mission to suggest that decisions must be made on the proposal dispersal of gov- ernmental facilities from congested urban areas, such as those which exist in Wash- ington. This is the recommendation of David E. Lilienthal, chairman of the Commission, who submits its report to demonstrate how three well-aimed atomic bombs, of the type we dropped on Japan, could wipe out most of the vital functions of the Federal Government. He pointed out that shelters might protect people but not government offices or their functions and insisted that only the seattering of these agencies into outlying areas will offer a “fair measure of security.” While the suggestion semms to be sen- sible, President Truman, when asked about it by newspaper reporters, described the report as “old stuff” and said that decen- tralization had been unde? consideration since he was a senator. Obviously, little had been done in this connection. Equally obvious is the dan- ger that might come to the United States if an enemy succeeded in placing well- directed atomic bombs upon the vital areas of Washington. It is time, it seems to us, for the gov- ernment to seriously look into the pro- posal that governmental functions be scattered throughout the nation. This would break up the concentrated bureau- cracy that exerts pressure upon Congress and might be to the advantage of the country even if no atomic bombs fall. BANS NEWSPAPER ARTICLES A judicial order “without precedent,” in the State of Washington, and, so far as we know, in any other state, was _ re- cently issued against a newspaper, pro- hibiting it from publishing an article which the plaintiff alleged would obstruct justice. It seems that a construction company, working on a housing project, was criti- cized in a series of articles that denounc- ed the type of buildings being The campany retaliated with a damage suit against the newspaper and_ alleged that the printing of articles, while it was attempting to collect by suit from a war veteran tenant, constituted an obstruction of justice and contempt of court. The judge issued the restraining order. His exercise of judicial discretion implies erected. the right of judges, anywhere in the land, to prohibit the publication of any news articles which tend to affect the thinking of readers in regard to any suit in any court. If this ruling is upheld, it means that any individual, or corporation, when its activities are criticized by any newspaper, can file a suit of some type and secure an order restraining the news- paper from printing the facts. THE KEY Chapter 16 RLETA rented a trailer and returned with occupants for the stables: Madam X, a chestnut mare with a bacxground like her and a sedate matronly creature who answered to the name of Silver Bess. tor Martin. They rode home in the sunset, Martin’s eyes excited as they sur~ veyed the old orchard, Arleta’s completely content. And Tunia met them beyond the house, her eyes bulging out. “Miss Leta, you'd never guess. But there she was. How Kelly brought her.” “How Kelly,” echoed Arleta. “And she chose the southwest room because of the’ sun. She said she congealed the moment she left Virginia. And. Miss Leta, she’s had three pots of tea.” “Tunia,” Arleta slid from Madam X, handing the reins to Martin, “who had three—” “You mother’s Aunt Betsy Anne,” mourned Tunia, “Aunt Betsy Anne? Oh my”— began Chips—“word,” offered Ar- leta quickly. “But how—why—” “She brought a letter from Mrs. Ainstree. I'll get it.” Arleta read the letter, standin, | before the living room fire. She’ braided her hair. The two pigtails stood out just as her two booted feet spread out, and Tunia, re- membering Miss Langtry of Vir- ginia, after one horrified look re- treated to the kitchen. “Dear Child,” Mrs Ainstree wrote, “Calvin was surely an answer to my prayer. We ar- rived home late last night and I found your letter. I had such terrible dreams. Then this morning the dear boy came with reassurance.” From there on Arleta read only in snatches. “I've told the press you have postponed your wedding because of business matters pertaining to your estate. Cal- vin added that he was assist- ing you in the settlement.” Hm, thought Arleta, that takes care of that. And then: Key West In. Days Gone By AS TAKEN FROM FILES OF THE CITIZEN OF DECEMBER 1, 1939 De EO RSE ULL DLL Selection of “Miss Key West” ent this city in the con- ‘Queen of the Orange Bowl” will take place tomorrow night at the Jaycee Dance at Club Cayo Hueso on Trumbo Island. General ‘information is that the “Reuben Jame which went aground early yesterday morning off the northern Cuban coast, i: “high and dry” ‘and may be a loss: ton Line of v the waters adjacent to } during the summer consisting of 1 West Junior nber of C merce and the Lions meetnig with much success in its drive to finance the project. ers of Key In his proposal for a Lending Institute to small loans to merchants, H. Rodgers,’ candidate fi or at the high S Hy char state, running as high cent, plus carrying charges and service fe 4 such bo! ands of pers economic ery that is largely responsible for present condition Mr. and Mrs. who were recently r Cumberland, Maryland, e now spending their honeymoon in Key West and are the gu of Mr. Dion’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Fred J. Dion, 606 White street rvil, business , left on the bus for Miami, main during on the late bus man of morning Mr. and Mrs. who had been Horatio visiti terday an Tingh Si visitors in Ki t, and despite incle: weather, are enjoying a delight- ful time. Today The Ci Some writers put a pint of lon of word: The north sured a he earth’s sur WEST CITIZEN C. B. Sutton, owner of the Sut-/ Club is; by PEGGY O‘MORE “Impossible for you to re- main alone while receivin: Calvin and other guests, and, dear, Betsy Anne did so need a change of se i And—"Calvin agrees. He says there isa very handsome sper Heart of Happiness son living nearby. I think he said a Bohewnan, and of course the Bohemians are How Kelly, artist and writer. How Kelly, who nad tried every- thing short of murder to be rid} m; of her. A bohemian with a small “b.” Why—it was Chips who grinned—Calvin was jealous of Kelly. SHE might as well deal with Betsy Anne :ramediately. Ar- leta took the steps two at a time as a young Chips had once done, arriving at the duor of the south- west guest room rosy-cheeked and fairly vibrating with energy. Mrs. Worthington took one look, ed arid burrowed her head in her pillow. “Little girl, tell my niece I heard her come in. I must speak to her at once.” And when the iittle girl. didn’t answer she looked up. “Arleta,” she cried, “what are you doing in that outlandish outfit? And your hair—" “Saves being decapitated when one rides through the brush,” Arleta offered defensively. “Decapitate+!” moaned her aunt. “That’s what the man said, that awful man. Indians. He said the woods were full of them.” Arleta nodded solemnly. “They are,” she agreed. “What else did the man say?” Mrs. Worthington sat up. “He had the audacity to ask if I'd come out to help persuade you to return East.” With quickened interest came Arleta’s next question, “How did Mr. Kelly happen to find you and where?” “At the depot, where else? Leta didn’t realize I couldn't take a cab from the depot until Calvin told her; then Calvin, realizing my predicament, telephoned this per- son and hired him to meet me. He’d have brought you, but you were goose hunting.” “Goose hunting. | TARDY TIMEPIECE TROUBLES TRUMAN } } "| A CONTRARY WATCH IS N | not even the President of the United States. timepiece stopped running and erous Capt. Cecil Adell (left), | ticker is being repaired. cried Arleta! in the watch repair shop at the Naval Base at Key West. | his watch to the Chief Executive to use while the presidential | ' | Monday, December 5 indignantly, wondering if How Kelly hed used such an excuse to talk to her aunt alone. Then— “Oh my goodness.’ she moaned. “you mean a-wild goose . chase. Aunt Betsy Anne Mr Kelly isn't in the taxi business, he’s a writer and an artist.” Be “Hmm!” burst from her aunt. and she swung Per | pe be frame out of bed. “My. slipper: dike a good gir. So he’s the bo- hemian. I don’t wonder. Calvin's worried. If I were = younget wo- — Well, Arieta, aren't you going to dress for dinner?” Arleta looked down at her comfortable ha Even Tunia had > late she’d dined m the breakfast room; even so forgotten ner te- cent training as tc dine with a book propped before her. Mrs. Worthingtcs. forgot her displeasure at the informality when Arleta assured her it would be warmer, mucn easier to heat. And when dinner was served she beamed at Tunia's cookin; “Wouldn't have believed a course in domestic science could teach anyone anything. but then. Tunia, you reaily learned from your mother.” There was much small talk and they retired ear:y. out no sooner had Arleta prepared for bed than her aunt came sn : per in her hands. said contritely, ‘vou’ oughly annoyed with me, but ; forgot all about this. That youag man stopped at ‘ne village store | and the grocer—imagine—; him to deliver chis cablegram “He’s also postmaster,” mur- mured Arleta. Frowning, she read: INVES CAUSMODETH MERTPRO BILL. SYKES LEAVE SU- z: ” inquized Mrs. Worth- ington bright} echoed Arleta faintly “Good night, Aunt Bet: Ar- line’s so glad youre ner But when the door had closed behind the porily woman she translating alou “Investigation causea * Mother’s death. Merton—Big Chips’ middle name—proven robber. Leave im- | mediately.” (To be continued) MARY MARTIN, born Dec. be) ove twinkling. “lh like Ive had « hoppy Jt 1914, in Weatherford, Tex. daush- ter of a lawyer anda violin teacher. Ten years ago virtually unknown Mary Martin sang “My Heart to Lj dy” in a Broadway ow America took her to » panist « day she is one of # coun! male famous musical comedy a¢- tresses and is currently starring in the Broadway hit “South Pa- cific.” Miss Martin came to stage stardom after Hollywood colt shouldered her. After a Brosd- way suecess she returned to Hol- lywood to make some pictures, but returned to the stage, which she prefers. She is the wife of Richard Halliday, her manager. Clerk Was Right The manager of a large de | partment store asked a new clerk why there were so many “No Sale” recordings on her register “Well,” she excleamed. “Every- time I had a customer whe didn’t buy anything, I pushed the button. Isn’t that what it's for?” Motor Vessel Etah Leaving Key West for Maviel, Cuba SATURDAY, DECEMBER 3RD Automobiles Accepted Until 8 A.M. Seturdey Tourists’ Automobiles, $99.50 (Each Way! (®) Wirephoto | O RESPECTER OF PERSONS— | President Truman's | he has just handed it to the fixer Gen- commander of the base, hands $14.75 FIRST Scorchy Smith is tops in air adventure and as fost as America’s lotest fighter plane. This authentic, red blooded air feature begins in this newspoper soon Look out for Scorchy when he roars into town NEW FABRIC sume ee wera’ Pe ee ee ” Pia 9 ig ‘ hits. Test oe | oe ; eee » if | The Key West Citizen KANTOR’S mens snop DUVAL STREET