That, the directors argued, would leave the company with only pennies on the dollar.

And Martin, the director argued, would not want to be seen crying in front of his friends.

Athletic directors from City schools argued against the decision, saying the travel was paid for by the host school or event organizer.

"35 Up," argues its director, has a different dynamic.

However, the director of the museum argued that this invasion probably happened naturally, the result of ocean currents carrying a tropical species into the area.

The film's director, Joel Schumacher, argued that the negative local reaction meant the film was all too true.

The directors argued that the section 214 action was not company property.

The directors, however, could argue that to do so would expose the company to adverse publicity.

Athletic directors who defend freshman eligibility argue that many students handle the schedule well, finishing their degrees on time.

At the same hearing, the director of the Secret Service argued strongly in favor of closing off traffic there.