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Show Page B8 Thursday, October 9, 1986 Park Record Book tells what happened to Flight 007 "The Target Is Destroyed," by Seymour M. Hersh. Random House, 1986. The world reacted with shock and horror on Sepl. 1, 19d3 when Soviet Air Defense Forces shot down a civilian Korean airliner which had strayed over Russian territory. All 269 passengers and crew were lost. What really happened to Flight 007 and what America knew about it is the substance of this book by a seasoned investigative reporter. Although many reports and personal per-sonal theories were rushed to print following this incident, Hersh's book has been three years in the making. During this time, the author interviewed inter-viewed hundreds of people who had access to raw intelligence data and whose job it was to analyze this data. In addition to American intelligence agents, Armed Forces personnel, and national security advisors, Hersh talked to high level Russian, Japanese, and South Korean decision deci-sion makers. He was able to examine ex-amine intelligence documents and official communiques only recently Between the Covers Drougnt to light because of the Freedom of Information Act. Drawing on this wealth of information, infor-mation, the author recaptures the settings and and sensitivities in three major arenas during the early morning hours of Sept. 1, 1983. In the Soviet Union, there was fear, panic, and confusion all along the chain of command. Meanwhile United States' military specialists performed perform-ed routine, round-the-clock eavesdropping on Russian activities at tracking stations in Alaska and Japan, unaware they were accumulating ac-cumulating crucial evidence. On board KAL Flight 007, the crew and passengers were settled in for the long five-hour flight across the ocean. The conclusions drawn by Hersh differ from other previous accounts. His research indicates the destruction destruc-tion of Flight 007 actually had its beginning on the ground at Anchorage An-chorage when one of the crew er roneously programmed the plane's computer system (INS or Inertial Navigation System) to over-fly the approved air route by some 300 miles. Second, Hersh is convinced that the Russian Air Defense Forces tragically mistook the Korean airliner for an American surveillance plane which had been buzzing their air space that same evening. And, finally, due to already inflamed temperaments, the two super powers engaged in a war of words designed to save face all the way around. In public announcements, an-nouncements, the United States labelled the Soviets cold-blooded murderers. The Soviets retorted that the Americans had consciously sent Flight 007 into Soviet air space, on a spy mission, and, therefore, the Americans were responsible for the deaths of the civilians. For most readers, the strongest parts of this book are the beginning and ending chapters. There is a chilling and riveting moment-by-moment account of an airliner flying in the darkness of night, approaching ap-proaching hostile air space, and completely oblivious to the fact it was 300 miles off course. When the' airliner was hit by the Soviet interceptor, in-terceptor, it was only two minutes away from the safe waters of the Sea of Japan. The crew and passengers never knew what happened. Sections of this book, however, are overwhelming and tedious in their detailed coverage of sophisticated electronic surveillance systems currently cur-rently in use. But there are some interesting in-teresting insights into the cultural differences between Asians and Americans which makes operating our spy stations on their soil a delicate undertaking. The Target is Destroyed is a stimulating and provocative account of the downing of Flight 007, but it is not the final story. In fact, Hersh's speculations have generated strong new controversy. Perhaps from the current debates and review, a more definitive ending to the saga of Flight 007 will emerge. The Eating Establishment Fall is here and the crowds are down; pin us for breakfast or lunch Breakfast Specials only $1.99 Homemade Coffee Cake and Fresh Orange Juice Daily Fresh Fish on the Broiler Absolutely the Best Burgers and Baby Back Ribs in Town 15 Different Kinds of Beer 'Served Monday thru Friday 8 a.m. -11 a.m. We proudly serve breakfast all day, every day. THE W , f i ESTABLISHMENT 317 Historic Main Street Park City 649-8284 Weekdays 8 a.m. -3 p.m. Sat. & Sun. 8 a.m. -closing Runyan's no misfit at the trivia quiz Do you remember the Galloping Gourmet? Jim Runyan did, and galloped his way to a free sandwich from the Main Street Deli. Jim won last week's trivia quiz by remembering the Gourmet Graham Kerr was a famous TV chef of the late Sixties and early Seventies. He also knew the first voice on "We Are the World" was Lionel Richie; and that "The Misfits" was the last picture for Clark Gable and Marilyn Monroe. The next gourmet sandwich could be yours. Just figure the answers to our questions below, then call the Park Record at 649-9014 or come to our offices at 1670 Bonanza Drive before Tuesday noon. 1. What actor recited poems on "Laugh-In?" 2. In the movie, who played the TV crusader trying to stomp out "The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas"? 3. In the musical "Damn Yankees", the Devil appeared under what ' name?..:: ' f ' T:".".'-' " sv i f a . v I Jim's musical knowledge helped win him sandwich. - lLst UDog? Found. IN THE CLASSIFIEDS! s ri i vjc Would you like to maximize your property's marketability? Jim Lea Gary Sneed IDENTITY CjP PROPERTIES REAL ESTATE, INC. TT Z"Tm 1700 Park Ave. Suite 2003 649-5100 PakCity sXVV (Above Jan's in the Mt. Air Mall) Wltafflit's (BdDfiimg (Dim Looking for something different to do this weekend? Here are a few suggestions, compiled by Park Record entertainment critic Rick Brough. Unless otherwise noted, events listed below will take place In Salt Lake City. MOVIES -The Salt Lake City Library presents a series of Four Great Russian Directors. On October 9, the film is Eisenstein's "Ivan the Terrible, Part I", which follows the crowning of Ivan Alexieff as tsar, his marriage, mar-riage, and his fight to preserve power against the nobles. The films, shown at 7 p.m., are $2.50 individually or $17.50 for the series. The library is at 209 E. 500 South. The library continues its Great Courtroom Dramas this month for its Monday series. Agatha Christie's "Witness for the Prosecution" presents Charles Laughton as the defense counsel for Tyrone Power (in one of his last roles. ) Marlene Dietrich is the defendant's wife who holds his fate in her hands. The film plays on Monday, October 13 at 2 p.m. (for 25 cents) and 7 p.m. (for 50 cents.) At the Blue Mouse: Salt Lake City's art house (260 East 100 South) presents "Turtle Diary" a gentle, funny Harold Pinter story about two introverts (Glenda Jackson, Ben Kingsley) drawn together by a plan to free the sea turtles from an acquarium; and "Home of the Brave," a concert film with performing artist Laurie Anderson. Phone 364-3471. Warren Miller presents the ski film, "Beyond the Edge" on October 10 and 11 at Symphony Hall (123 W. South Temple) at 8 p.m. Reserved tickets are $8.50, at Smithtix outlets and the Capitol Theatre box office (50 W. 200 South.) MUSIC The Utah Opera presents local native Linda Kelm in the title role of the Puccini opera, "Turandot." Kelm plays an icy princess who avenges the death of her ancestor by killing suitors who cannot answer her three riddles. Performances are on October 9, 11, 13 and 15 at 8 p.m. in the Capitol Theatre, 50 W. 200 South. Prices range from $10 to $30 for tickets. The Beach Boys thank Utah for their support in a special concert at BYU's Mariott Center on October 11 at 7:30 p.m. Reserved tickets at $7.50 are on sale at Smith'sTix outlets. A Reggae festival presented by radio station KRCL features Sly & Robbie, Yellowman, Ini Kamoze and Half Pint at the Fairgrounds Hor-ticultture Hor-ticultture Building on October 9 at 7:30 p.m. The Zephyr Club, at 301 So. West Temple, is scheduled to present Preston Smith and the Crocodiles on October 9 to 11 and Badfinger on October 15. The club is open to members and their guests. The Cleveland Orchestra, conducted by Christoph von Dohnanyi, visits Symphony Hall (123 So. West Temple) for a October 15 concert at 8 p.m. Featured are works by Mendelssohn and Richard Strauss. Ticket prices range from $14 to $35. THEATER- Park City Performances presents "The Best Little Whorehouse in ' Texas". Directed by Craig Call, the musical plays on Friday and Saturday Satur-day through November 1 at 8 p.m. at the Egyptian Theatre on Main Street. For ticket information, call the Egyptian at 6499371. The Intermountain Actors Ensembele presents the horrific melodrama "Dracula" at the Brickyard Playhouse in Salt lake at the Brickyard Plaza (3300 So. 1100 East, south of Mervyn's). The play will run Thursday to Saturday through November 1 at 8 p.m. (except for the October 31 show at midnight.) For information, call 6496208 or 4868468. Tickets available at Smith'sTix The Salt Lake Acting Company presents the works of two Utah playwrights. "Montana" by David Kranes, looks at a woman, her teenage daughter and a stranger from New York. "Bigfoot Stole My Wife", by Ron Carlson, is a series of monologues based on National Enquirer-style headlines. The program will be presented on Thursdays through Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 7 p.m., through October 19. A matinee on October 12 is at 2 p.m. The Acting Company is located at 168 W. 500 North, phone 363-0525. A Brigham Young University cast will present Stephen Sondheim's "Sunday in the Park With George" , 7:30 p.m., at the De Jong Concert Hall in the Harris Fine Arts Center. The play will run Tuesday through Saturday through October 18. A matinee on October 13 is at 4 p.m. For ticket information, call 378-7447. Cole Porter's musical, "Kiss Me Kate," plays at Pioneer Memorial Theatre nightly except Sundays through Oct. 11 at 8 p.m. Matinees on October 11 are at 2 p.m. For tickets, call 581-6961. ETCETERA The Kimball Art Center features the oils and watercolors of Bruce Smith and Robert Marshall in the Main Gallery. The Lower Gallery will display flower cloths and baskets created by Indo-Chinese refugees. The exhibits run until October 29. Welcome to a night of banging heads. The World Wrestling Federation Federa-tion presents Tag Team Mania with Big John Studd and King Kong Bun-dy, Bun-dy, the Iron Sheik, Brutus Beefcake, the British Bulldogs and many more. The event takes place on October 11, 8 p.m., at the Salt Palace. Reserved tickets, at $12-10-8, are available at Smith'sTix outlets and the Salt Palace box office. United Concerts presents magician Doug Henning at Kingsbury Hall on the University of Utah campus on October 13 at 7 and 9 p.m. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for children under 12 on sale at Smith'sTix outlets, Capitol Theatre and Kingsbury. That spooky month of ghosts and goblins is here. If you have the courage to enter, Halloween mayhem is in residence at the Haunted Old Mill (6900 South Big Cottonwood Canyon Rd.) Oct. 3-31. Hours: Monday-. Thursday, 7 to 10 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 7 to 11 p.m. Admission is $4. Proceeds benefit the American Heart Association. For more information, infor-mation, call 322-5601. -Phillips Gallery (444 East 200 South) presents the work of Allen Bishop and John Hess in "Permutations" through Oct. 4. For more information, in-formation, call 364-8284. Snowbird invites you to celebrate a Grand Oktoberfest every Saturday Satur-day and Sunday through Oct. 12 with beer, German cuisine, contests and entertainment. The Hansen Planetarium ( 15 So. State St. ) presents a new star program, pro-gram, the science fiction epic "Star Pioneers." Showtimes are Tuesday through Saturday at 4:30 and 7 p.m. through Nov. 15. "Sky Pirates" plays on Saturday at 11a.m. "Question the Answers" plays on Saturday at 2 p.m. Both are star programs for children. "Laser Jazz," set to modern jazz, plays on Thursday at 8:45 p.m. and Saturday at 3:15 p.m. "Laser Floyd," with the music of Pink Floyd, plays on Saturday at 11:15 p.m. "Laser Zeppelin," featuring music from Led Zeppelin, plays on Friday and Saturday at 8 : 45 and 10 p. m. GENERAL INFORMATION Smith'sTix outlets are located at Smith's Food and Drug Centers along the Wasatch Front. Thev are also at the Salt Palace, the Capitol Theatre, the BYU Marriott Center, the University of Utah Special Events Center, the Triad Center, Disc Jockey Records and Tapes in Salt Lake City and Budget Records in Logan. i. |