Investigation of Communist Activities in Seattle, Wash., Area, Hearings, Part 1

by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Un-American Activities

(The witness confers with his counsel.)

Mr. Halonen. On advice of counsel, I do again invoke the fifth amendment on grounds of possible self-incrimination.

Mr. Tavenner. Are you acquainted with Barbara Hartle?

(The witness confers with his counsel.)

Mr. Halonen. Again on advice of counsel, I find myself in the position that I do invoke the fifth amendment on grounds of possible self-incrimination.

(The witness confers with his counsel.)

Mr. Tavenner. Were you present in the hearing room at the time Mr. Dennett identified you as having been a member of the Communist Party?

(The witness confers with his counsel.)

Mr. Halonen. Yes; I was in the room.

Mr. Tavenner. You heard his testimony?