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Show hk" r'v Jp" Iqp ' W'V'1 'fp'' r - " C. fa l:e t Thursday, September Section A -- kr"w'w se -- Rumors about his intended resignation contrast sharply with the vice presidents initial stance. When it developed that a federal grand jury in Baltimore was investigating allegations involving Mr. Agnew in kick-bac- k schemes during his rise to Maryland governor, the mans answer was direct and defiant. He branded the accusations as lies and vowed to fight for exoneration. lie didnt sound like a person who would throw in the towel before any telling blows landed. It is argued, on the other hand, that try as he might, the vice president has not obtained the firm support he feels he deserves from the White House. And reports persist that the White House, in fact, has inspired the suggestion that Mr. Agnew would resign rather than challenge any adverse grand jury findings. Why an administration which would suffer its own political injury by such a move would force it to occur is open to several interpretations. Some contend a resignation would at least avoid the worse spectacle of a vice president under indictment leading to impeachment proceedings. Others say Mr. Nixon wants a less vulnerable successor groomed by 1976, preferably former Treasury Secretary John Connally of Texas. This assumes, among Blame it on the nostalgia binge. Or blame the ecology movement. Whatever the reason, old fashioned flypaper is making a modest comeback. This is not to say that the sticky ribbons are now on sale everywhere. But fly paper buffs can at least find the stuff if they shop around. Those who remember flypaper as messy and highly unappetizing, might wonder how anyone could use the stuff in this supposedly enlightened age. And the question is well taken. The answer, we suspect, is that flypaper represents a return to the simple ways of bygone days. And it can be had, even at 1973s inflated prices, for 10 cents a roll. (We haven't seen any of the flat type which used In recent years, mostly in reaction to increased wage costs produced by previous contract negotiations, auto manufacturers have found it more economical to pay time and a half and double time instead of hiring additional workers. This created a situation where employes at key plants have been The Holland Cartoon f' v' V. r" i: p K n-"I- hX ' --- vi Trial Balloon Caught In Crossfire proto-Kissing- g There are always personal considerations that enter a situation of this nature. Pressures on Mr. Agnew and his family are doubtless more than the average man would prefer to endure. But Mr. Agnew holds an office far above the average and his responsibility to it and the nation it serves demands more than the usual determination. For all its aura of yesteryear and its supposed environmental benefits, flypaper is kept locked in the past along with mustard plasters and castor oil and other like reminders of the good old days. working seven day weeks for months and weeks became almost routine. six-da- y One UAW official summed up the situation A skilled tradesman working 40 thusly, hours a week thinks hes unemployed. The controversy over compulsory overtime in the auto industry represents a change in the attitude of the workers. Previously they have always concentrated their contract negotiations on monetary issues, usually coupled with expansion of fringe benetus. Now, they are, as one economist said, bargaining for time to enjoy their previously won economic gains. Not that wage considerations didnt enjoy considerable attention at the Chrysler-UAbargaining table. They did. The new contract, still to be ratified by 117,000 rank and file union members, calls for a wage increase of 5.3 percent, including a cost of living allowance, in the first year and 3 per cent in each of the next two years. Chrysler also pension after agreed to a full company-pai- d 30 years on the job and to pick up part of the tab for a dental insurance plan. The Chrysler agreement has put considerable pressure on General Motors and Ford to go along with the voluntary overtime agreements. Such an industry-wid- e practice will probably involve added costs for the auto makers. That being the case, it is conceivable that three years from now autoworkers will be more negotiating along the old lines money. There isnt any problem about quality of functions for the newly appointed secretary since the President has specifically stated that he will not relinquish his special advisory functions at the While House. Getting In Step Kissinger brings twin advantages o his new He knows more about the theory and practice of foreign policy than any predecessor save perhaps Dulles; and he also happens to be the first secretary of state in a quarter of a century who trained as a lawyer. The Public Forum No illegal Instead of holding men on the assembly lines longer manufacturers might be forced to hire more men, particularly so, if the current volume of new car orders is maintained or grows appreciably. This could create a suaation where the now abhorrent overtime will no longer be available, either mandatorily or voluntarily. This could mean that the new leisure will become so much time hanging on the workers hands because there won't be the money available to enjoy it. s'fs.Xv. ' - Wilson). He solved that quandary by being two things at once, flying about the world as a kind of and carrying in his briefcase the decision-makinfunctions of his department and its appurtenances except for the great seal. without the battle he promised. Leisure on Their Hands? Theyre still telling us we have to work more than eight hours a day, complains welder John Henderson, an employe of Chrysler Corp. at its Mack Avenue plant in Detroit. But, Henderson seems to forget that before Chrysler and United Auto Workers negotiators reached a compromise they were telling him to work seven days a week and as many hours as management wanted him to. Under what UAW president Leonard Woodcock calls a breakthrough and precedent setting agreement, management can require a Chrysler production employe to work no more than 14 hours of overtime a week. Any more overtime is strictly at the discretion of the individual worker. Unless he wants to the worker cant be required to work more than nine hours a day or more than six days week. Until Dulles actually moved into State he was never certain he wanted to be secretary because that minister was too tied up with political maneuvers and party obligations and it might be "much more fun to play the part of Harry Hopkins (under Roosevelt) or Colonel House (under well-wor- n A clerk in one garden center where the unsightly traps are selling briskly, attributes the revived appeal to the ecology boom and the publics increasing dislike for sprays. The clerk noted that even the revolutionary plastic insect strips cannot be used around food whereas flypaper is harmless in the kitchen. But those of us who remember the unsettling eifect of seeing well used fly paper hanging in the general store wont buy that argument. v political atmosphere country, one is justihoping this promise bcrr.e out by success. Of course Sen. Fulbright was right when he remarked hearduring confirmation ings that Kissinger had in effect already been secretary of state four years. He certainly ran Nixons foreign Mr' huUDer8er policy and played a crisper intellectual role and more dynamic diplomatic role than the placid William Rogers. Even so, it is one thing to be the top White House adviser and another thing to hold the No. 1 cabinet position. It is even more impressive when the same man apes John Foster Dulles by holding both jobs at the same time. Never Certain The vice presidency, as analysts never tire documenting, doesnt score terribly high in the scale of workload or government influence. But it serves a vitally important function nonetheless a heartbeat away, to use another description, from the highest office the country bestows. It shouldnt be seen as an easy target for unsubstantiated or politically motivated charges. Mr. Agnew would squander what prestige the vice presidency has as protection if he stepped down to come in standard loose-lea- f filler size and probably caught as many unwary humans as insects.) J- entable in this fied in will be Still, Mr. Agnew would be making a mistake if he lets this sort of intrigue run him off. A resignation would be viewed as a virtual guilty plea. It would lose for Mr. Agnew the admiration and respect he acquiied with his combative response. His office rates consideration as well. Nauseous Nostalgia I ' WASHINGTON Henry Kissinger is probably better qualified than any other man to become American secretary of state and, despite the lam- many things, that a case will be brought against Mr. Agnew and that the evidence will be powerful. The White House is capable of knowing as much. act or purposeful wrongdoing has yet been ascribed to the vice president in formal complaint or grand jury true bill. Until it is, he should remain in the office to which he has been twice elected. S 1 New York Times Service No Justification Has Appeared For An Agnew Resignation Vice President Spiro T. Agnew would do himself and the office he holds the gravest injustice if he resigned under the current caliber of fire directed his way. True, his early political career is now besieged by accusation. But nothing has been proven; no charges have been filed. The vice president has a perfect right to a presumed innocence. ' vrt"ir' Kissingers Plus: Hes No Lawyer Page 22 20, 1973 L Sulzberger r . V - Remarkable Treatise temporary is further insult to further injury. But the whopper was yet to come the tax will be refunded if and when certain conditions exist somewhat like when Hell freezes over or some- Impossible Accomplished Editor, Tribune: I never thought Id live to see the day I could be so critical of the President of the United States, but Richard Nixon has accomplished vrhat I once considered an impossibility. Furthermore, I consider Watergate amongst the least, not the greatest, of his offenses. His sad State of the Union address the other night was the ultimate in adding insult to injury particularly when he stated although he was sincere many people would not believe him. No kidding! I wonder thing. Impeachment is far too good for Richard and Associates. Personally, I believe we should keep our grain, wrap Nixon and Company in burlap and ship them, not our wheat to Russia. For this one time and occasion, I would finally take a promissory note from the Kremlin. BILL ROPIS why? During the past year when most Americans have been greatly disturbed by one continuing series of shortages, federal despotism, skyrocketing inflation and other discomposing events, Mr. Nixon has maintained a strange silence to events. It was obvious Emperor Nixon was too busy with the heavy burdens of world administration to be much concerned with ordinary American citizens. But now that the repercussions of his administration have thoroug'.ly undermined. Forum Rules Poblie Forum letters must be submitted exclusively to The Tribune and bear writer's full name, signature and address. Names must be printed on political letters but may be withheld for good reasons on others. Writers are limited to one letter every It days. Preference will be given to short, typewritten (double spaced) letters permitting use of the writers true name. All letters are subject to condensation. and made almost untenable his position as presiMr. Nixon finally addresses his own dent countrymen regarding their problems. Ar.d what a snow job all of the things he promised he was going to do for not to the American people. But Richards soothing words had barely ceased to echo through the homes of Americans when another huge tax bite was proposed. Our President is unbelievable in more ways than one. The added tax bite is bad enough in itself, but to compound it with the lie that it will only be i mind running Sate was that The last of Gen. George C. Marshall. Since his tenure. Dean Acheson and Dulles (two distinguished attorneys) and Christian Herter and Dean Rusk (both of whom haa law degrees) served as secretary. as well as the lawyer Rogers. non-leg- In his remarkable treatise (De La Mamere do Negocier Avec les Souverains) Francois de private secretary of King Louis XIV, wrote In general, the training of a lawyer in 1713: breeds habits and dispositions of mind which are not favorable to the practice of diplomacy. Callieress implication was that an attorney might be more interested in winning a case than e in developing a program; that he might be more facile than wise: that he could be more concerned with exploiting flaws in an opponent's argument than in attaining reasonable and enduring solutions; and that he is professionally accustomed to adroitly changing positions. long-rang- A Recruiting Pitch Editor, Tribune: As a member of the Utah National Guard, I would like to make known the many benefits available to veterans of the armed forces. As vetei'ans, their recent active duty would be invaluable in training and directing other Army Guard members, many of whom lack experience. They could continue to contribute their talents, improve their skills, and still pursue their civilian goals. They could make us more effective by keeping us keeping us on par with the Active Army, and helping to make the Modern Volunteer Army an effective reality. The Utah National Guard now has a program called Try One in which prior servicemen may enlist for one year to decide whether they belong in the Guard. As a member of the Guard they will get the satisfaction of teaching others. They can develop close friendships with people who share common interests. They can enjoy civilian life while contributing to the welfare of their community and Brilliant Negotiator Surely all of these habits could be attributed to the flamboyant Dulles who was both a brilliant negotiator and a flexible acrobat even though one doesnt need to stress Callieres point artificially by analyzing the careers of other legal beavers at State. Not even Kissingers most biased critics contend he is ignorant in the complex field of foreign affairs and he has even managed under difficult circumstances to maintain tactful personal relationships with legislators now angry with the executive. Moreover, there is reason for the State Department and the career foreign service to take heart from the fact they will now be headpd by a tough, intelligent man. Kissinger must surely see the need to stength-eour diplomatic representation abroad at every opportunity presented. country. n Unlike Haldeman There is no greater proof of good citizenship than being an active citizen-soldieready to meet any emergency on a community or national level. S.SGT. JEFF DAVIS 19th Special Forces Utah National Guard r, In this endeavor he is likely to be aided by his former chief lieutenant, Alexander Haig, who has fortunately replaced H. R. Haldeman at Nixon's right-hanin the White House and who is unlikely d to measure ambassadorial capacities m terms of GOP political donations, as seemed to be Halde-man- s custom. Mike LaVelle Environmentalists Have Point Chicago Tribune When I first heard about the enviCHICAGO ronmental groups such as Friends of the Earth and the Sierra Club 1 was turned off. For some reason I assumed that they were composed of movie stars and dowagers who were just doing their new, chic thing. 1 assumed they were jump-- . ing from Black Panthers to endangered ocelots, matters irrelevant to the concerns of the indus-triworkers environment. closure for environmental reasons, he added. Workers should not be made to bear the brunt of any nations commitment to a decent environment for all Environmental Continuing, McCloskey said, protection cannot come at the cost of social justice, and conversely progress toward social jusif ii is at the price of tice will become short-live- d a healthy environment. (Copyright) The Grant Cartoon Callous About Rights In retrospect, perhaps such conversation groups had a lousy public image or their opponents mounted a better PR campaign against them. We are such a public relations society that a contemporary John the Baptist would have to polish up his prophecy of the coming Messiah in an advertising agency. Our two movements carnet be mutifally exclusive and both of us have learned that a mercenary society that is callous about the fate of workers and the unemployed is just as apt to be callous about the fate of public self and the rights of other living things in future generations. I was pleased to read a speech which Michael McCloskey, executive director ot the Sierra Club, delivered to an Oil, Chemical, and Atomic Workers Union convention recently in Toronto. The speech was informative and made a lot of sense. We have both suffered from the callousness of industries that dont care, whose only goal is profit, who fight every reform, who oppose our every program, who never stop discouraging us and who never tire of misleading the public. Snpports Mass Transit The SierTa Club supported enactment of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 and has joined in calling for tougher enforcement of the act, McCloskey said. The club also has called for remvigoration of the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health, and has joined w ith labor to support such programs as mass transit areas. and rejuvenation of inner-cit- y We have suffered the same things and from the same people. With the forces arrayed against us we need to work together if we are to have any chance of succeeding The club also supported proposals to indemnify workers who are displaced in true cases of plant Here too one may expect Kissinger to take his cue from the admirable Callieres, who wrote: We find that instead of gradual promotion by degrees and by the evidence of proved capacity and experience, as is the case in the usages of war, one may see often men who have never left their own country, who have never applied themselves to the study of public affairs, being of meager intelligence, appointed so to speak overnight to important embassies in countries of which they know neither the interests, the laws, the customs, the language, nor even the geographical situation. I still have the feeling that many environmental groups have a snobbish appeal which auracts the ovemch and overeducated Perhaps more than even speeches in union halls a filtering down ptocess that would bring in more workers might be needed to make such groups more democratic and more effective. iDuS(5wr- Not A Helpful Sigi, |