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Show UINTAH BASIN RECORD. DUOIESNE, UTAII WEEKLY NEWS ANALYSIS CLOAK & DAGGER: Truman Plumps for Drannan Plan; Union of European Nations Urged; Publicity Asked in Dollar Parley t.DlTORS NOTE: When pinion are expressed in these columns, they are those of Westers Newspaper (jnioos sews analysts and not necessarily of this newspaper.) FARM AID: No "Setups" Whatever else his critics might say of President Truman, they couldnt charge him with picking when he sets out any "setups to do battle. The President has a faculty, it seems, for jumping quickest to the defense of measures and proposals that have the least public support. THIS was the case in the Presidents latest for controversial causes. He espoused the Brannan plan of farm price supports in a speech at Des Moines. He warned that the nation faces unmanageable and costly crop surpluses, and urged a of the farm price "modernization support system on the basis of production-subsid- y the Brannan program. This is an issue which promises to be one of the liveliest in the 1950 congressional elections, and if the President was aiming to beat his opponents to the punch on the issue, he had succeeded. The Presidents recommendation was made in the face of disagreement among his own congressional leaders as to the best farm price subsidy program to adopt and organized opposition by many farmer groups against the Brannan plan. MR. TRUMAN called the Brannan plan the most promising method yet suggested, but left open the possibility that some other system could be substituted. The Brannan plan is one, briefly, wherein prices on practically every farm commodity would be left to find their own level on the market with the government paying a subsidy to farmers in the form of the difference in price between what farm products brought on the open market and the established parity price. Opponents of the plan point out that while the consumer might appear to be saving money on cheaper market prices for farm products, he would, in reality, be saving nothing, inasmuch as it would be his money that would be paying for the subsidy to the farmer. Tito's Envoy taking-up-of-ar- COMMANDER: With Russians reported to be massing troops at his borders, Yugoslavias Marshal Tito sent Dr. Josa Vilfan (above) as his envoy to lay the Yugoslav-Mos-codispute before the United Nations. EUROPE: Stronger Ties At Strasbourg, France, the council of Europes consultative assembly called for creation of a union of European countries with real power in a limited range over the governments of member nations. There are many students of world problems who are this procedure is the only one which may eventually do away with war; but being realists, they concede that man has not progressed in selfless thinking to a degree where governments will agree to overall control of any kind or degree. It appeared the idea , THUS broached at Strasbourg was doomed at its Inception, but men of goodwill must keep trying, no matter how difficult the task, if world peace is ever to become more than an illusory goal. It has not been too difficult to get the best minds committed to a problem to see the way to its solution; the obstacle always has been that the individuals to whom the procedure must be entrusted fail in the scope and breadth of the wisdom necessary for solution. So, when the assembly meeting in France voted by an overwhelming show of hands for federal authority for the council of Europe, it was a manifestation of hope and desire, rather than any real accomplishment. THAT the delegates were on good, solid ground is indicated by this portion of the resolution for federal authority: "The government should undertake systematic instruction of the great mass of the people, pointing out to them the undeniable advantages of union for Europe and at the same time the dangers inherent in national isolation. con-vinc- Some Dispute Amid charges that he was the candidate of the "kingmakers, and was under the domination of the old line leadership, George N. old Indiana attorney Craig, was elected commander of the American Legion. He was the first World War II veteran to be chosen for the post. THE 3,344 delegates to the Legions Philadelphia national convention gave Craig an overwhelming majority on the first vote. Craigs opponents took the rostrum at nominating time to label him the choice of those they claim always select the organizations national commander. ELECTION of officers climaxed convention sessions in which the Legion urged continuation of aid to DOLLAR PARLEY: China, adopted a resolution asking nformation, Please the U.S. to curtail "as far as posGreat Britain took the lead in sible any further immigration at stripping any secrecy from the the present time. progress of the critical conference on Englands dollar crisis. HIGHWAYS: OFFICIAL SOURCES credited Sir Rough Going Oliver Franks, the British ambasof these United States sador, with a proposal that deThirty-fou- r need 20 billion dollars worth of tailed daily reports be made in order to keep the American, British work done on their roads. This huge highway repair bill, and Canadian people advised of deforecast by Senator O'Mahoney velopments. (D., Wyo.) was disclosed after a This system of daily briefings nationwide survey of road needs. has been followed at meeting of the THE PICTURE was not as dark Big Four council of foreign minisas it seemed. OMahoney pointed ters in the past, although out the condition will serve as a international postwar financial conbacklog which "will afford an un- ferences have been a bit more measured market for business and secretive. industry." The publicity was among He declared that everyone is the first which problem had to be ironed aware of the depreciation of the out by tlie principals in the moneAmerican road system during and tary discussions, as decisions will following the war, but added that have a vital bearing on reducing few, I am sure, appreciate the British dollar drain and bolstering tremendous backlog of essential her position. work which has piled up. THE PROPOSAL for daily briefAs chairman of the congressional ings was said to have support from joint economic committee, the sen- Dean Achcson, U.S. secretary of ator recently sent inquiries to govbut the attitude of John state, ernors and highway authorities in treasury boss, was unevery state to determine their high- Snyder, known when the proposal was first and construction needs. way repair broached. HE REIORTED 40 states had reThe federal administration alsponded and that of those, 34 indicate an accumulation of highway ready had indicated congressional deficiencies which would require leaders would be kept informed the expenditure of 20 billion dol- on the progress of the conference. The British propsed that officials lars or more. The information obtained has of the three powers take turnbeen turned over to the U.S. bureau about in giving the briefings to the of public roads. press. Russian Wise Guy It was beginning to appear as pieces of the picture fell together that Uncle Sam had been played more or less for a sucker by a Russian wise guy who pretended to be won over to the American ideology by the Voice of America broadcasts, and who wanted to come to America and be a United States citizen. LAST October 9, two Russian air force lieutenants; Anatol Borzov and Peter Pirigov, landed in the U. S. zone of Austria in a stolen Russian bomber. They had had enough of Russia, they said, in effect, and would like to become U.S. citizens. According to the Soviet Embassy, Borzov suffered a change of heart late in July and begged for treatment. Meanprodigal son while, U.S. agents had discovered the "change and Borzov was arrested by U.S. agents and held secretly at Ellis island. Then he was flown to the U.S. zone of Austria and returned to Russian jurisdiction. DURING the interim, Pirigov, who says he wants to stay in America, told newsmen that Borzov tried to bribe him with Soviet embassy funds to return to Russia. It was reported that Pirigov had been beaten by Sovi.t agents. The one essential element to the chain of events as to whether It proved Borzov a spy was missing. That was confirmation. The U. S. state department would neither confirm nor deny any of the stories being circulated. IT merely revealed that a U. S. note on the Borzov affair had been delivered to the Soviet embassy. There is an old, old adage that it is "very easy to believe what one wants to believfe. It may have been that sort of wishful thinking that led state department officials to smile benignly on Comrade alBorzovs desire to "change legiance and become as one with Americans, ANONYMOUS high-incom- g Cold-Wat- er By H. I. MR. TWITCHELL ANALYZES n AT LOOK FOR the most exciting race in years In both baseball declared Elmer big leagues, Twitchell, eminent sports fan, pinochle player and antique nutpick collector, today. "If you wish my analysis, based largely on getting the games by radio and television, here it is. Beer, cigarettes, the Yanks, motor oils, Dem Bums and various breakfast foods will fight it out to the finish in both leagues, and any one of them can win, "It has been a very good Suit race so far, with the American league a little faster with the but clear cut commercials, with the National league clearly outclassing it with the more informal testimonials to popular products. I dont recall a Today in a Troubled Hour ODAY in a troubled hour I doubted God, And then was ashamed. For there came a voice through the darkness, calling to me. That clearly named times when I had cried aloud Those far-ommmT I5 . i ff In my pain and grief, Reminding me that unfailingly Gods hand Had brought relief; Bidding me wait and hope, bidding me trust Until I could see That he who had never failed, still will not fail . . , It comforted me As a mother comforts her ailing child, and my faith That had been so small Suddenly grew as the young corn grew in the sun: Straight and tall. GRACE NOLL PHILLIPS rj K i- - J CROWELL ' baseball race when the appeals to radio fans to hurry to the icebox for a cold drink were done with such spirit and form. Looking like a swizzle-stic- k in a giant-siz- e highball, Mclvyn M. Makl is shown demonstrating the navys new submersion suit which will enable its wearer to spend as many as three hours in freezing water. Unhappy because they felt that In too many cases they rushed to the divorce courts too soon, a group of Chicago women have formed a group which they hope will have some effect in slowing down the accelerating U.S. divorce rate. They call their group "Divorcees Anonymous and their major aim Is to salvage other marriages which are headed for divorce. smart The American male would be to move cautiously, for fash- ion designers have launched a movement to give mens clothes a "new look" every five years. "The mens apparel industry is In bad shape, was the dim view of the situation expressed by Myron Kalin, executive director of national fashion previews of mens apHe comparel, Incorporated. plained of no changes. "What do you think of the ? we asked. "I would have to know more about the product they sponsor, replied Mr. TwitchelL Ath-letics- . "In both major leagues the boys who bat out the commercials were FATHER AND SON in there trying at all times and Q. Popper, what is a British dolthey rarely failed to come through lar crisis? in the pinches. The game, it seems dollar crisis? A, The British to me, is much faster than it used Ahem. Well, er, it is a crisis over to be. When I was a boy, a game dollars. The British have trouble would go on all afternoon with no buying things with the American reference to a cigar, a lubricant dollar. or a drink- The emphasis seemed Q. Like mommer does? to be on garters and cathartics all A. Yes, in a way, Havent you via the billboards. any home work to do? Advertising as a handmaiden of Q. But, popper, isnt a dollar a the national game was minimized. dollar in England just as much as You could take it or leave it in this country? ' A. No, my son. I think the Willis Today from the opening cry boy Is outside calling for you. of Play Ball the contest tinQ. Answer my question first, gles with sales talks. They are popper- not only using the livelier ball A. Well, er, the dollar is an but livelier jingles and selling American unit The British use arguments. pounds. Q. Pounds of what? A. A pound is their unit of "For years I took my baseball without having my sales resistance money. An Englishman never knocked over the fence, but today asks "Lend me 10 dollars. He it happens to ,me in every inning. asks "Lend me 10 pounds. Q. If we say we havent any and offer him dollars pounds runbase and "Hitting, pitching will he refuse to take the monning have improved tremendously in baseball. So have enunciation ey? A. Dont be fantastic. Of and merchandising. The twirling is course he takes the money, but much better. The announcer throws he wont spend it in dollars. Q. Then what good are dollars but also has a change of pace. to him? , A. The kids are playing ball "They say that whoever Is across the street. Dont you need ahead July 4 will finish as the fresh air? pennant winners. The Dodgers and a couple of breweries were Q. Popper, what Is a sterling out front on that date this year area? in one league and the Yanks A It is an area where sterling and tobacco away out ahead in is the monetary base. Various the American. I look for no countries use different kinds of great change. money but it is converted into sterling, and wheres your catchers The final result may be In- mitt? fluenced somewhat by mishaps. Q. Is the dollar worth more One of the top announcers in the than the other kinds of money, American league has developed popper? calcification of the vocal delivery A. It Is worth so much more and may be out a few weeks. And that the British cant afford to use two announcers In the National are it to until next Septembuy things out with lame tonsils- ber. Now beat it The Fiction HELPLESS' ANNE By Richard H. Wilkinson Corner 'pHROUGH the opening in the shouting. Fifty feet from shore a provised raft ashore. But it wasnt trees above the woods road dark silhouette had come into the until Anne had alighted and he had could see the dull glow path of orange reflection, wabbling carried Langford nROWN-HAIREblue-eye- d Bobby to safety that Mar-t- a against the sky. It was growing crazily but moving steadily toward the raft was the henToren was discovered by a by the minute, and now the shore. Atop it, was a huddled coop hed made for Annes chickbrighter film writer at the Royal Dramatic the smell of smoke was strong. In "bundle of something, that moved ens. Four, or five boards were Academy In Stockholm, where his ears there and propelled the silhouette for- laid across its top and lashed toGreta Garbo and Ingrid Bergman was the distant ward with awkward, clumsy gether with part of the wire. also studied. The writer tested her, and omi nous strokes. It was the only thing I could Universal-Internationand as soon as roar of crack- T ANGFORD WADED in to his arm- carry, Anne was saying. I executives saw the test they ling flames. took the boards from the fence. pits and then started to swim. signed her. "Sword in the Desert, He stumbled He called again and a voice anThe chickens are all in the burher fourth picture, in which she ap- forward, his breath a sobbing gasp swered him, telling him to go back. lap bag, and our things are in his throat, his face white and But he didnt. And sunk in a box on the other side presently the drawn from the strain of running. silhouette ranged alongside and of the river. i ; z It seemed that he had run a thous- Annes frightened eyes were lookstared at her and for Langford !v:' . and miles, though he knew it was ing into his own. no accountable reason he began to not more than eight. Eight at the Bobby? he gasped. laugh. It was a curious sound, not most. That meant there were still Hes here, under the blankets. wholly rationaL But the Incon, three to go before he reached the And I saved the hens too, and a gruity of it was for it had justified, river. Then hed have to swim lot of our personal things. occurred to him what a stupid fool across and make another mile up Langford helped push the Im hed been to think Anne helpless. the slope to his cabin. By then it ' might be too late. By then the fire LAST WEEK'S might have swept down on the SSWODD little structure and log destroyed V ANSWER fjit, and what it contained. Anne and Sk'J . ,v little Bobby. He closed his eyes to shut out the picture. MARTA TOREN ACROSS DOWN 19. A dent After a while he stood up and 1. Swift parts 21. Know 1. of Circlet pears with Dana Andrews and went on. The glow against the of rivers (Scot) metal Stephen McNally, makes her a full sky was brighter, bright red 2. Anger 24. Islet in a 5. Plausibly fledged star. Shestudied ballet till and orange and yellow. Against 3. River (Air.) river fluent she was 13, wanted to become an It he could see billowing smoke 4. Helmet- (Eng.) 9. Melody actress when she finished high . clouds and occasional showers shaped part 26. Beak 10. Assistant school, but her father pursuaded 27. Tease of sparks. That meant the (Bot.) (Mil. or her to become a secretary instead. 5. Breach 29. Bench-lik- e flames had reached the ridge Nav.) Three years of that, then she broke 6. Falsehoods seat behind the cabin. In another 11. An attack away, and dramatic school came 7. Notion 21. Chinese moment sickness of be would sweepthey next. 8. Province household Amwer to puzzle No, If 12. Hammef ing down the slope toward his (India) divinity heads clearing. "Sword In the Desert Is the 32. Ailing 14. Music note 11. Portico His He sank. as choked spirits first Hollywood film to deal with the (Gr. Arch.) 33. A domestic 42. Scope 15. Lamprey smoke grew thicker and the the smuggling of settlers past the 43. Fastens 17. An aromatic 13. Withered pet air him Above he suffocating. 5. Best 45. Additional British blockade in Palestine. Full (poet) herb 16. Haul 36. Nourish amount 18. Strange of action, it moves rapidly, gives heard the wail of a rising wind, and above the wind there was the 39. Projecting . with 48. Obese film-goe20. Flightless plenty of excitement for roof edges 50. Metal increasing roar of the fire. Anne difficulty bird their money. wouldnt understand until it was 22. too late. of "Cavalcade America," It couldnt be much more than a 23. Largest back on the air Monday nights continent mile, he told himself. He called on on NBC, will once again have 25. Not rough his last ounce of energy and fought top stars In top vehicles. It not 28. Pinch ahead. only brings the stories of great 30. Fresh a In wild beat his Suddenly hope personages to its mikes, but 31. Projected heart. He looked up and there at also those of little known peo34. A sharp his very feet was water. The river! ple who have contributed sigblow He had come faster , than he nificantly to the American way (colloq.) But abruptly the hope of life. Such stars as Irene thought 37. Ahead died. across he stared into Looking Dunne, Raymond M a a e y, 38. Sorrow a solid sheet of Dame and smoke Charles Boyer and Dorothy 40. Bind 41. Exchange belching sparks. The entire slope McGuire appear on It. of the hill, which was between the 41. A visit between Lloyd Bridges says you cant river and his cabin, was afire. whalers overestimate what luck does for a Groaning, he sank to his 46. Northeast knees. Before him the river movie career. "It took me 12 solid (abbr.) hissed of and steamed In as years Hollywood flying struggling 47. A letter line before I got my first decent break fragments fell Into It. Its black 49. Cast, as a in Home of the Brave. Then the licking depths mirrored ballot Eagle-Liogave me the lead in longues of flame with terrible 51. River (Sib ) beauty. Trapped. Since it was finished 52. Goddess of Ive been offered dozens of other Watching with horrible fascinadiscord breaks." Modest Mr. Bridges says tion, Langfords heart suddenly 53. Final He leaped to his 54. Dispatched nothing about what his talent has gave a bound. contributed. feet and plunged Into the water, By INEZ GERHARD - . A V v PDZILE , v Land-measu- Next, the Male born." . . . FIGHT TO FINISH IN BIG LEAGUES campaign." Women Organize to Slow US Divorce Rate W'as Oils Skid , Garters Fall, Cathartics Fail fighting mood. He told newsmen he was going to keep Maj. Gen. Harry Vaughan as his military aide apparently despite anything the current "5 per center" probe might develop. Then, setting the theme of the 1950 congressional campaign, he lashed out with a slashing attack at his recent pet aversion organized selfish interests which, he asserts, are trying to block his fair deal program with a "scare-wor- d HE DECLINED to name the "selfish interests, still campaigned against the 80th (do nothing he called it) congress. Evidently, Mr. Truman felt he knew a good thing when he saw it. If he could be elected to the presidency when few felt he had a chance by campaigning against the 80th congress, campaigning against it again ought to do good for his side in 1950 ballot tests. Getting away from the 80th for the moment, he talked about the 81st congress, declaring that the Democrat - controlled legislators had made progress with his Fair Deal program in the teeth of like stat-ls"trumped-u- p slogans "collectiv"welfare state, ism, and "socialism. THE PRESIDENT said the people will not be disturbed by such "scare words dreamed up by a "lot of paid agitators, promoters and publicity experts who make a fat living by frightening the people e in the groups about forward-lookinlegislation and by organizing campaigns against it BEER... AND FAIR DEAL': NEW LOOK: The organization came into being as a result of an effort by Samuel Starr, Chicago attorney, to effect a reconciliation between a n estranged couple But a divorced woman who happened to be in his office at the time, was successful when she tried it. "I asked her to help me again," he said, "and before I realized it, Divorces Anony-mou- s BUMS Author Irked President Truman continued in a top-lev- 'DIVORCEES YANKS, CIGARETTES, n re |