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SAIPAN - Marianas Islands District Administrator Francisco Ada will d~part Saipan Friday, September 7 to attend the 13th South Pacific Commission Confer­ence on Guam to begin Sep­tmeber 11. The District Administrator is the Trust Territory Government (Ex­ecutive Branch) represen­tative to the Conference this year.

HONOLULU SYMPHONY TO TOUR THE T. T. SAIPAN--The Honolulu

Symphony will make its second tour to the Trust Territory of Micronesia and Guam in September, re­peating its history-making series of performances to school children and adults in the Marianas,Marshalls, and Eastern Caroline Is­lands.

In making the announce­ment Roger R. Jones, Sym­phony general manager, said that present plans are for the orchestra to leave on September 6 for a twelve day tour that will span more than ten thou­sand miles.

The Symphony, part of the time directed by Maes-

The South Pacific Gorn­mission is scheduled annu­al!~ for the exchange of ideas and informations in the field of education, health, economic and so­cial development within the Pacific area, l'he Commission was established in 1947 and comprise the governments of Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, Nauru, France, United Kingdom, Western Samoa and the Uni­ted States of Nnerica.

This year's conference marks the first time that such meeting will be held on Guam since the incep­tion of the Commission 26 years ago. The conference is expected to last two weeks and the District ~d­ministrator will return to Saipan on September 23~

tro Robert LaMarchina and part of the time under tbe baton of its new Associate Conductor, Joseph Levine, will perform thirteen school and community con­certs and one open rehear­sal at the University of Guam, Jones said.

In addition, members of the Orchestra will present more than seventy-five lecture-demonstrations in classrooms featuring small ensemble groups of musi­cians.

The itinerary for the tour, which is partially funded by the National En­dowment for the Arts, will

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After 49 days of inaredible ordeals Lisua and 1aitano aan be aonsideEed heroes for surviving on the sea with only fish and rain water for food and sti 1., l rerriuined quite hea Uhy . ( See piatoria l story on pa~113 10)

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SAIPAN--(MN£)--Officials of TransPacific Lines an­nounced Wednesday (Sept.5) that they have made a firm offer in response to an offer from the Government of the Trust Territory to charter two government­owned ships to TransPac as replacements for the 30-year-old Gunner's Knot.

C. Douglas Echols, Man­aging Director of Trans­Pac, stated that the M/V Herkimer and the M/V Musk-ingum have been and found to be

inpp~cted in -- gooCl

condition. The ships are similar in design to the Gunner's Knot~ well suited to the shipping needs of Micronesia, and will pro­vide importers with addi­tional flexibility in se­lecting their sources of suppl-y, a TransPac news release.a.tated.

"We have agreed to acti­vate both ships at no cost to the government," Echols sald, "and we hope to start this work just as soon as we receive a reply to our offer. 11

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FOM CONFERENCE IN PALAU KOROR-- The Friends of

Micronesia International Conference opened Monday afternoon (August 20) with over 50 persons in attend­ance. Additional foreign delegates are expected to arrive Tuesday. The key­note speech was delivered by Senator Roman Tmetuchl, from Palau, who is also acting as chairman of the meeting.

Other speeches and greetings were delivered by Joshua Koshiba, member of the Palau District Leg­islature, Endy Dois, Vice­Speaker of the House of Representatives of the Congress of Micronesia, Hans Wiliander, Microne­sian Legal Services, Truk, Douglas Faulkner, marine photographer and Roger Gale of Friends of Micro­nesia.

In the keynote speech, Senator Tmetuchl outlined the major problems facing Micronesia. He said three realities dominated the present scene.

First, "our present form of government was not des­igned by us, or indeed for us. I will grant that there are more and more Micronesians now in the executive branch. However because of the way they are selected and tra5.ned and because it is a gov­ernment in which every­thing flows from the top down, never from the peo­ple upward, no matter how many Micronesians are in positions of authority the government will still look first to the United States for its policy, not to the interests and needs of the Micronesians it governs. It is the form and philo­sophy of government which has to be changed, not just the color of the peo­ple behind the desks."

The second reality is that "the primary purpose of the United States ..• in wishing to retain control over our islands is to make them available for .•. military use. As a Palau­an and as an individual I

am strongly and lastingly opposed to any United States military presence in our islands."

Finally, we have not given enough consideration to the possibilities of national unity. " ••• We must not keep on thinking and planning only in terms of a nation necessarily embracing all Microne­sians. If we do we will not be able to l i s ten with open minds to what our own people in each district tell u~ they want and need now and in .the future.

The Friends of Microne­sia International Confer­ence continued on(Tuesday, August 2l)with discussions on the economy of Microne­sia and on education in Palau.

There were over 50 part­icipants in the meetings including 11 participants from Japan. Among the Japanese delegates is Isa­mu Watanabe a member of the Japanese Parliament. Altogether there are about 20 foreign participants.

A number of speakers outlined the present econ­omic situation in Microne­sia. There was general agreement among the parti­cipants that the economy was in deep trouble. Hans Wiliander of Truk, a long­time independence advo­cate, quoted the 1970 United Nations repor t which called the economy of Micronesia "nightmar­ish. II

Wiliander went on to make positive proposals for a self-sufficient Mi­cronesian economy. He em­phasized the need to make drastic cuts in imports and to create local fish­ing and farming coopera­tives. He was critical of the heavy reliance on tourism suggesting instead that investmest be tied to developments that would aid Micronesians rather than foreign visitors.

According to Otoiche Be­sebes, the new deputy di­rector of the Community Development Corporation in

Palau, the Trust Territory Administration has not let Micronesia become self­sufficient. He outlined a $500,000 program of loans and technical assis­tance for Palauan farmers and fisherman.

A number of participants discussed the need to com­pletely rebuild the econo­my of Micronesia. Moses Uludong said it is neces­sary that ' "there be complete political inde­pendence before we can de­vise programs for the fu­ture." He said, "It is now time to construct a new society but to do so we have to destroy the old foreign controlled so­ciety."

The evening discussion centered on education. Joshua Koshiba, a Palau High School teacher and a member of the Palau Legis­lature, charged that the education administration in Palau was "full of in­competents" and that there was "continual attempts to censor activities in the classroom." He questioned the right of the Education Department to control the development of curriculum against the wishes of the teachers and parents con­cerned.

Palau social science curriculum consultant, Steve Umetaro, said that the Present curriculum was "totally irrelevant" and its continued use only lead to the , cqntinued Americanization of Micro­nesians. "What we need," he said, "is a curriculum for Micronesians and by Micronesians."

Tosie Kelderman, a Pa­lau High School teacher, described how the present school creates social pro­blems by raising expecta­tions of living an Ameri­can life in Palau. This leads to juvenile delin­quency and social strife. "Let's teach national identity and pride," she said.

Palauan businessman, Isidore Rudimch discussed

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MARIANAS POLITICAL STATUS TALKS Position papers by both the U.S. and the Marianas De­

legations to the Negotiation for a future political status for the Mariana Islands have been made available to the Marianas Variety.

As a service to the Public, Marianas Variety will be­gin a series appearing each week outlining the main

~AARIANAS PROPOSAL 1. While the Commission is confident that the people

of the Marianas expect and desire to assume the finan­cial responsibilities of self government, it is obvious that the financial requirements cannot be met from in­ternal financial resources until an expanded tax base has been developed. Therefore, the Commission proposes a program of United States economic assistance and bud­get support to establish a base for economic and social development which will enable the people of the Maria­nas to realize their long range goal of self-support.

2. It appears to the Commission that there must be at least three separate phases of transition. a . .... A period dur i ng which tletailed plans are pre­pared to facilitate '. changes in government structure required by the new status and (other planning). (1 year) b ••.•• A period during which the plans formulated in the first phase are implemented. (7 years) •••• At the end of the period the standard of living in the Maria­nas should be at an acceptable level and the base for long term growth and devel~pment should be firmly esta­blished. c ••••• The third phase of transition, extending to the year 2000 and perhaps beyond, should be a period during which the people of the Marianas develop their economic potentials and assume increasing responsibility for the support of their own government.

3. Financial requirements for phase I (1974) a. Physical Plan: $3,750,000 b. Government Reorganization Plan: $125,000 c. Economic and Social Development Plan:

$125,000 d. Legal Plan (political education, constitution

etc.): $500,000 TOTAL! $4,500,000

4. Financial requirements Phase II Expressed in terms of a five year capital improvements program, covering the period FY 1975-79, the estimates of the Trust Territory and Marianas District adminis­trations indicate that 47.7 million dollars will be re­quired (for public facilities),

5. The Commission strongly feels that, as part of the change in political status, the government pay scale in the Marianas must be changed to correspond with the pay scale of the Guam Government.

6. Economic Development Requirements Private financial institutions cannot be expected to meet the needs for either commercial investment or housing development during Phase II.

The Commission's projections, based on assumptions of moderate tourist industry and related private sect.Pr growth, indicate that between 40 and 50 million dollars will be required for commercial development during phase II 80-90 million will be needed for hous­ing construction.

A Marianas development corporation, owned and con­trolled by the citizens of ,the ~arianas, could be a source o 'f equity financing and loans and technical assistance for both business enterprises and housing.

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points expressed by both delegations. PARTill-

Of necessity, detailed information will have to be omitted in order to present the main points.

Topics which will be~treated include finance, mili­tary involvement, land, application of_U.S. Federal law and citizenship under the proposed Commonwealth Status. I

U.S. RESPONSE 1 ••••• It is our feeling that our priority task is

to seek agreement on certain fundamentals and then af­ter the full, tange of prospective financial inputs has been identified and estimated, your planning and our planning and our joint effort will be greatly facili­tated.

· •••• I am sure that this paper (the proposed Budget of the Marianas Commission) ~ill soon serve a very useful purpose as we proceed with these discussions .•• •••• As we think about the future U.S. Marianas finan­

·Cial relationship we have)as I am sure you have, looked at precedent--at the experience of Puerto Rico, the Vir-, gin Islands, American Samoa and also your close neigh-bor to the south, Guam. • •• The US Government has followed a policy of encour­aging and assisting these members of the American fami­ly to become more and more •self-suffi~ient while providing needed back-up support and incentives for the generation of local revenues. .... We would suggest that~in genera11 the future finan­cial relationship between the Marianas and the United States follow the conventional traditional and sucess­ful pattern that I have just described (concerning Puerto Rico etc.) •••• The two forms of annual financial assistance that we have in mind are 1) direct financial grants to sup­port the costs of governmental operations and capital improvement and 2) the extension and provision of fe­de ml programs and services to the Marianas.

2 ••.•• Statements regarding the mechanics of a financial relationship are not enough nor is an imper­sonal rundown of current and potential sources of revenue and support •••• We do agree with your goals and aspirations and with your understandable desire to- raise the standards of living of your people. ·

3 ••••• In particular we . find merit in the four long range economic objectives set forth in your paper • •••• We need to discuss with you,]however, where all of this is expected to lead at least in terms of planning goals.

4 ••••• (Concerning the figure of 47.7 million dol­lars) This averages 6.8 million per year over seven years and is considerably in excess of the 6.5 million CIP budgeted by the TT during the entire FY 75~79 period.

5 ••••• We draw attention to the large increase in government employees over the planning period (50%). We woulq tend to question the need for application of the Gov. of Guam pay scale.

6 ••••• With respect to Economic Development require­ments we have some difficulty with the specific sugges­tion for a Marianas Development Corporation if its principal purpose is to stimulate private investment and accelerate growth in the private sector. •••• As Ambassador William explained, we believe there are a greater .number of potential sources of income and additional revenues available to you than appear on (that) chart.

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MARIANAS TALKS. . . MARIANAS PROPOSAL continued from page 3 U, S, RESPONSE continued from page 3

7. Required levels of budget support for phase II are estimated to be:

1975: 19.2 million dollars 1976: 22,4 II II

1977: 23,9 II II

1978: 28.3 II II

1979: 27.5 II l1

1980 ! 21. 6 II l1

1981: 19,9 II II

Editor's note: The discussion concerning the econo­mic impact of the military base proposed for Tinian island will appear separately.

MSC Response to US Response

Finally, i n regard to Mr. Wilson's question about our need for economic development funds, we see little· possibility for true self government if we do not par­ticipate in and control our economy after the change in our political status. We are sure that you are aware that Japanese and other outside investors are already showing interest in the Marianas. Let us assure you that one of the reasons fo rthis i nterest is the possi­bility which some investors see for controlling our economy by making relatively small commitments of capi­tal in the Marianas. The total public and private in­vestment required in the future is well within the capabilities of single large companies. We do not want the Marianas to be dominated by absentee land-lords.

Conclusion: Excerpts from Senator Pangelinan and Ambassador Williams stated

that the delegations are generally agreed on the long­term economic objectives set forth by the Marianas Po­litical Status Commission. These objectives are aimed at finding the resources: (1) to facilitate an orderly transition; (2) to build toward an adequate social and economic infrastructure; (3) to provide necessary pub­lic services and programs; and (4) to find adequate means to encourage and promote the future economic dev­elopment of the Marianas.

The two delegations have agreed that the long-ranged economic goal for the New Commonwealth of the Marianas is self-sufficiency. In this connection the Marianas Commission has already recognized that the citizens ,,of the Marianas will be undertaking an increasing share of the financial responsibilities of self-government as they begin to enjoy an improved standard of living and increased income. Under the terms of the final agree­ment to be negotiated between the Marianas and the United States, the United States will assume certain obligations to provide budgetary support and economic assistance to the Marianas until the people and the government of the Marianas can meet the financial re­sponsibilities of self-government from their own re­sources.

In addition te the normal range of federal programs for which the new Marianas Government might become eli­gible, the two delegations have agreed that direct grants of financial support from the United States will be necessary. Because of the importance of long-term development planning and controlled growth, the United States is prepared to agree, subject to the approval of the United States Congress, to provide financial sup­port over an initial period of years at guaranteed fix­ed levels. Although the exact framework of this finan­cial commitment remains to be determined, the two dele­gations have agreed to explore this further.

7 ••.•. Presently funds available from the Marianas District are derived from four principal sources. These are (a) a share of import duties collected by the Congress of Micronesia, (b) licensing fees, (c) Marianas' share of Federal Programs (2.5 million in FY 73) and (d) the Marianas' share of Federal grants for the TTPI as a whole (7.1 million in FY 73). •••• Other sources include benefits from having the TT Government headquarters in the Marianas, most of which will be lost when the capital is no longer on Saipan. .••• Potential sources of revenue (non-military) include sale of public lands, value of land or personal proper­ty taken over from the TT when it transfers out of the Marianas •• , • , Import duties, irfcome tax on it?-dividuals , real estate tax, sales or excise taxes, additional fees etc~

US Response to MSC on questions of May 25

The US will provide financial assistance to the Gov­ernment of the new Commonwealth of the Marianas for start-up costs and governmental operations and programs during Phase II.

The US proposes that this assistance be provided through federal programs and services and by direct grant assistance via the regular annual federal budget­ary process ...

Joint Press Release of May 29 The two Chairmen stated that it was not possible at

this time to provide any reliable estimates regarding the level of annual financial requirements which might be necessary for the new Commonwealth to achieve self­sufficiency. Before such estimates can be developed, further joint study is -required regarding the needs of the Marianas and their anticipated revenues. Although these matters have been preliminarily discussed in the recent working sessions, much more work must be com­pleted before the total extent of Marianas needs as well as anticipated resources can be estimated. ln this connection, the proposed military activities for the Marianas, especially in Tinian, could have substan­tial impact upon the anticipated income and revenues of the new Marianas Government.

The two Chairmen agreed.that a joint working connnit­tee on economics and finance will review detailed plans and cost estimates regarding the planning phase and the needs and anticipated revenues of the Marianas under the implementation phase to follow. It will also make estimates of the impact on the Marianas of U.S. pro­grams, including military programs. Special attention will be paid to finding means to implement a comprehen­sive cadastral program in the Marianas as soon as pos­sible. The joint working connnittee will report to the respective delegations prior to the next session of the negotiations.

Having arrived at these preliminary understandings in the area of economics and finance, the parties are now proceeding to discuss the next major agenda item in these negotiations, the subject of land.

MARIANAS VARIETY Gt= P.O.BOX 231 SAIPAN

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MORITORIUM? Dear Editor:

The U.S. Government's role on the decision to declare land moratorium on Tinian, which affects the homestead­ing program as well as potential economic development in the way of outside private developers and investors, has been amplified and has appeared to be a unilateral decision by the administering authority. But was the decision in fact made without consultation and approval of the local political status commission? Did the commission haveprior knowledge about the impending mor­atorium on Tinian? What important actions for personal gains were taken by individual counnission members to take advantage of the alleged U.S. instigated morato­rium?

Let's review the events that could lead to answer these questions.

During the first session in December, 1972 between the Marianas Political Status Commission and the U.S. Delegation, the following statement was made by Chair­man Ed Pangelinan with regards to Public land lease in the Marianas. He stated, "In the interim we ask that the United States join us in requesting the High Com­missioner to refrain from approving any leases on pub­lic lands to non-citizens of the Marianas without prior consultation with the Ma~ianas Political Status Commission". (Page 20, "Report on the Marianas Politi­cal Status Commission, First Session Dec. 1972")

Is it possible that the U.S. could have used the above declaration in its decision to impose land mor­atorium on Tinian? It appears obvious to this writer that the so-called "moratorium" on land on Tinian was indirectly but originally instigated by the commission itself. This would apply only to public land leases which will have an important effect on economic devel­opment.

Just recently, some members of the commission ex­pressed shock and disappointment on the "action" of the U.S. on the Tinian land moratorium, claiming that the "decision (by the U.S.) was made unilaterally and with­out any consultation with the people of Tinian". It's probably true that the indigeneous people were not con­sulted, but isn't it the Marianas Political Status Com­mission's original idea to declare the moratorium on lands in the Marianas ~ffecting economic development?

On August 7, 1973, a resolution was introduced into the Marianas District Legislature calling the alleged U.S. imposed economic development moratorium on Tinian a "blatant and flagrant denial of due process for the island's residents''. The President of the District Legislature, Vicente N. Santos and Tinian's representa­tive, Herman T. Manglona, both sponsored a resolution calling the land moratorium "a breach of good faith and the spirit of cooperation that existed between the status negotiations for the United States and the Ma­rianas Islands District".

Both of the sponsors are members of the Marianas Political Status Commission. Both of them must have been aware of the fact that the Chairman of the Politi­cal Status Commission, in which he spoke on behalf of the Commission, endorsed the idea to temporarily stop leasing of public land in the Marianas District.

Why then did several members of the Status Commission

suddenly withdraw their previous support on land mora­torium? One possible answer was that, the U.S., again a scapegoat to another controversy, and moratorium being politically unpopular among the people as the members eventually found out, the members chose to change their support and instead put all the blame on the U.S.

I believe that members of the Status Commission had previous knowledge of the moratorium. I do not believe that during their two long sessions with the U.S. Dele­gation that the subject was never brought up. Cer­tainly, if military land requirements were discussed, 1t should stand to reason that public land leases and the homesteading program were also subjects of the dis­cussion as these issues will have a direct influence on future military land needs.

What will the moratorium on land on Tinian do to present land owners and particularly the land values ~hen the time comes to negotiate with the U.S. on its military land requirement? For the residents of San Jose Village, it has already been established that the U.S. will be willing to generously compensate the peo­ple for their homes and land. For those landowners ~uch as several members of the Commission, the prospect for a better deal is eminent.

As early as January of this year, less than a month after the first session of the status talks was com­pleted, Vicente N. Santos, a member of the Commission took steps to take advantage of the moratorium and the future prospect for land exchange or purchase by the military. For $11,000 h~ purchased land on Tinian totalling 480,000 square feet. This is less than 3 cents per square foot. Imagine selling this size of land to the military for $5.00 a sq~are foot, or even $1.00 a square foot!

In May of this year, two members of the Commission undertook a land transaction that involved a double sale of the property. A piece of land was sold by a Tinian resident for $15,000. The buyer, Herman M. Manglona, a member of the Commission in turn sold the same land to another Commission member, Olympia T. Borja in less than a week for an inflated price of $85,000, an increase of over 350% of the original va­lue! The first transaction was notarized by Mr. Borja, the second by Mayor Vicente D. Sablan. Where did the $85,000 come from? It was probably a falsified trans­action not requiring any cash exchange. All that was needed to be done was to inflate the value of the land and show that it was "legally" done. Now the next thing to do is to sit tight and wait for the military

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"Ambassador Franklin Haydn Williams, the Presi­dent's Personal Represent­ative for Micronesian Sta­tus Negotiations and Sena­tor Lazarus Salii, Chair­man of the Congress of Micronesia's Joint Commit­tee on Future Status, met on Guam August 30 to dis-

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this autumn. It was ag­reed that the primary com­mon objective remains the early completion of the necessazy preparatory work and subsequent completion of the Draft Compact of Free Association.

"Ambassador Williams noted that two U.S. fact finding teams have just completed tours of all the districts and he gave Sen­ator Salii summaries of their preliminary reports Qn views expressed to them in the districts on the public lands question. Ad­ditional studies on land will be made prior to a meeting of the two delega­tions.

"Also discussed were the economic moratorium on Ti­nian and pending charges involving three members of the Trust Territory Admin­istration.

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at length was political education. There was ag­reement on the need for an extensive political educa­tion program for the Mic­ronesian people. Senator Salii and Ambassador Wil­liams felt that it would be useful to hold further discussions on how such a program might best be de­sign·ed and implemented. They planned to consult with the TTPI Administra­tion on the matter at an early date.

"Finally, the two sides discussed the time table for the resumption of talks by their full deleg­ations. It was felt that in view of the work still to be accomplished, par­ticularly on questions re­lating to land, it was probable that the delega­tions would not meet until late October or early Nov­ember.

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SHORT TAKES--It's nice to return from a brief vaca­tion and discover somebody actually reads this weekly opinion piece and has taken the time to react to it. Brian Farley's lengthy, thoughtful letter in last week's edition was most welcome. He pointed out a mis­take, which I concede (my elephant-like memory failed me there) as well as offering another point of view re­gardi.g the United Nations and political education. I find very little to disagree with in Brian's letter. Good for you, Brian.

Interesting position paper in the Sept. 3 issue of the Micronitor. The basic suggestion is that the sta­tus issue is being pushed too fast. Let's call a mora­torium, and wait five years before mentioning the sub­ject again, the paper suggests. Worth thinking about~

I've been pondering the problem of Guam Publication's application for a business nermit, and must admit I have mixed feelings about it. Surely it is obvious that granting such a permit would work a hardship on the two local weeklies. There is only so much advert­ising revenue on Saipan, and those available dollars are already stretched pretty thin. On the other hand, the Guam papers have lately been providing the best, most accurate coverage they've ever devoted to the Tt:uet Te-c-c~to-c~, and an expanded operation on Saipan

· coul.d be a -ceal. boost: t:o the quality of Tr jout:nalism. On balance, though, I think I'li have to go a~ong with the reconunendation of the Marianas Economic Development Board. My friends at PDN will jump all over me for that, but I really think the board's basic position in the case is sound, at least for now.

Hard to come away from any visit to Honolulu these days without the feeling that the city is destroying itself. Gone is most of the charm of the place, re­placed by high-rise blah, concrete yuk, a familiar brown stink in the air that reminds one of Los Angeles, traffic that is worse than Los Angeles, and round-the­clock noise. The only thing that still can save the town is that a lot of nice people live there, and some of them still care. Others are escaping, though, in increasing numbers, mostly to the neighbor islands. A recent state job on.Molokai, at a very low salary, drew 130 applications, most of them from people already holding better-paying jobs on Oahu.

Does anybody else besides me get sick of listening to the Baptist huckster on the radio? So don't listen, you say. Well all right, I won't, but by whose strange definition does such stuff fall into the category of public service, anyhow, especially on an island where the vast majority of the public is Roman Catholic? Op­inions, please.

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to make a de~-~. , Why all this sudden rush to buy land on Tinian? Ob­

viously, these representatives of the people know the inside story of land values and the monetary potentials of the military on future land transaction, and despite their awareness of a conflict of interest, as they are intimately involved with all aspects of the status ne­gotiation, and the public trust bestowed upon them to negotiate in good faith, they obviously let their greed overpower what remains of their dignities!

The people of the Marianas had expressed strong sup­port for a genuine political relationship between the people of the Marianas and the people of the United States. The ridiculous proposal of the military on land use and requirements in the Marianas, however, has actually negated the solution to important land issues. The Tinian land scandal which involved several members of the Conunission should generate enough concern among the U.S. negotiators to stop the talks until our own representatives learn to negotiate in good faith in­stead of using the negotiations for their own personal material gains.

Furthermore, the integrity of the entire Status Com­mission members will be needlessly subjected to public mistrust on account of these members who deliberately abuse the "good faith" concept upon which the-negotia­tion is supposed to be founded.

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include Kwajalein, Ponape, 1972, Jones said that it Truk, Saipan, and Guam. was a historic first visit The tour is also partially of any Symphony orchestra sponsored by Continental to the islands of the Airlines whose subsidiary Trust Territory.

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LEAGUE LEADERS - Most of the leagues are ending soon. Front-running teams are now engrossed in jockeying for the top positions. And why not? Beautiful trophies are awaiting them.

Leading teams as we go to the press are the following: Monday, 6:00 p.m. 1. The Builders

2. Los Cavitenos Monday, 8:30 p.m. 1. Venus

2. Alley Cats Tuesday, 6:30 p.m. 1. MICCO

2. Record Breakers Tuesday, 8:30 p.m. 1. Mixed Up

2. Strikers tied/w Bowl-0-Ma-tics

Wednesday, 6:00 p.m. 1. Devil Seven (PW) 2. Losers -~

Wednesday, 8:30 p.m. 1. Astrobowlers 2. Cont.1.nental

Thursday, 6:00 p.m. 1. Saipan Bombers 2. 7-Wonders

Thursday, 8:30 p.m. 1. Pacesetters 2. MIU Strikers

TOP BOWLERS - We scanned the record board and saw the familiar names of bowlers who appear to be steady. Worthy of note is JOE GUERRERO who topped the High Average race with a composite 173 average. Conse­quently, he also holds several High Series and High Games records. Other names that also grace the board are JERRY PADUA, JOHN DIAZ, JOHN MATSUMOTO, JOE DALE, DAVE SABLAN, GLENN BUTTERIS, TONY AND NICK GUERRERO, GORDON TYDINGCO, GREG SABLAN, TONIE SAKISAT, ANNIE TU­DELA, LUCY PRATT, MARLENE REGAIN and PHIL MIYAMOTO.

These bowlers have improved by leaps and bounds as compared to their first tries on these lanes. It won't be long when we feel courageous enough to send a team to Guam for fr~endly matches or for actual tournament competitions.

GRAND PARTY - We are gathering more and more sugges­tions- - beautiful and constructive suggestione•-as to what kind of affair to be held after the leagues are over. Some proposed to have their own ind:ividual league parties and presentation of awards. The major­ity of league officers, however, are in favor of com­bining their funds and efforts with the aim of holding just one big affair, one huge and memorable party that would compare with the Grand Opening affair of this bowling. center last April 26.

It could be a picnic at Micro Beach, Bird Island or Managaha; a cocktail/buffet at Rafa Adai; or we could hold another bowling-eating-drinking party right here at the lanes. Starting at 9:00 p.m. on a set date, we may match the champion teams against each other, pit the best bowlers in a 6-game series, scratch, or maybe invite one or two champion Guam bowlers and hold what we call "Beat the House Man" match. (If you beat Phi­iippine Masters Champion DING QUIAMBAO, you can call yourself lrHE bowler)

May we hear more and better suggestions? OPEN BOWLERS - May we remind the public that Saipan

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