University Daily Kansan Thursday, March 20,1952
Washington, D.C., Celebrates
It's Almost Cherry Blossom Time
Washington— (U.P) — Cherry blossom time is almost here.
That means, in Washington, the annual Cherry Blossom festival complete with a princess from each state and territory and a queen ruling over all, thousands of visitors, and millions of beautiful blossoms on the cherry trees around the Tidal basin. Very colorful.
We got the cherry trees from Japan, A gift. In 1908 Yukio Ozaki was the mayor Tokyo. He wanted to give something to the United States. Seems that President Theodore Roosevelt had helped engineer the end of the Russo-Japanese war in 1905. Arranged the meeting which ended with the Treaty of Portsmouth.
Ozaki sent the cherry trees. Three thousand trees which would blossom but produce no fruit. But oh, so beautiful.
The shipment was bug-infested. The Department of Agriculture said they could not be planted in the United States. They were burned.
Hurt feelings were salved, and Japan sent another shipment of cherry trees to Washington. This time they were bug-free. Under the direction of Mrs. William Howard Taft, wife of the then president, the trees were planted around the Tidal basin.
A few years ago the weather man didn't cooperate with the committee in charge of festival festivities. He brought out the blooms ahead of time. A year later the weather was
The trees grew and grew and are still growing. They produce nice blossoms every year. They bring lots of people to town. The visitors spend much money during festival time. The festival is a profitable affair.
cold enough to retard the blooms beyond festival dates. The committee went into a tizzy. But now, it may have the situation well in hand.
There seems to be a needle they can put into a tree to control a bloom. If a frost comes, the bloom can be saved. If the flower wants to come ahead of a time, the flowers can be held up a bit.
This country thanked Japan for the trees, resisted the impulse to chop them down during World War II, and our people enjoy the beauty they produce. And we're willing to share that beauty.
En route to Japan now are 55 cuttings from the Tidal basin trees. Seems they are to be used to restore a famous Tokyo cherry grove which was depleted for wood during the war.
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Mexico Confiscates 'Communist' Mural
Mexico City—(U.J.R)—Diego Rivera wanted to know why the Mexican government confiscated his pro-Communist mural but permitted an equally controversial one to remain in the federal museum.
He referred to the mural about the work of Leon Trotsky, assassinated Russian revolutionary. It has been on display at the Palace of Fine Arts for 17 years.
Rivera's three-panel mural, "The Nightmare of War and the Dream of Peace," was removed from the museum because the government considered it "too Communist." It had been destined for a Paris art show.
Rivera accused a Mexican cabinet minister and "American embassy agents" of a "brutal attack against freedom of expression, art and culture."
He said Education Minister Manuel Gual Vidal had committed a "grave action against the fight for world peace" in confiscating the mural, which shows Russia's Josef Stalin
Moreau To Speak On Law Today At K-State Club
Western Civ Exam Todav
ZIM SAYS:
Dean F. J. Moreau of the School of Law will speak to the Chancery club, Kansas State college at 7 p.m. today.
Dean Moreau will speak on "The Role of Law in the World" at a general convocation at Kansas Wesleyan university, Salina on Friday.
and Red China's Mao Tse-Tung making peace overtures in the presence of a hat锨-faced Uncle Sam and a belligerent John Bull.
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Kampus Kats Are Newest Music Makers On The Hill
Eleven University students are in the band, which was organized by Ron Waller, fine arts freshman.
Waller had the idea for his own band last September, but couldn't organize one immediately, so he played for another band for six years. The Murray dance was the initial appearance of the Kampus Kats.
The Kampus Kats, the band which played at the "Matt" Murray benefit dance on March 7, is the newest one on the campus.
Waller had a band of his own in Kansas City last year, (the Doghouse Five plus a Bone). He has played in the all-city orchestra of Kansas City and was a drum instructor for a music company for nine months. He now plays snare drum in the University band.
By MAX THOMPSON
The Kampus Kats offer four different mixed bands for hire. The largest band has 10 pieces and a woman vocalist. In it are four saxophone players, a three-member brass section and the rhythm section
which includes a piano, string bass and drums.
Other sizes are a six-piece combo, a five-piece combo and a four-piece combo. A feature of the Kats is a vocal quintet made up of the band members with the other players forming a background accompaniment.
Waller says his idea of a good dance band is "one that plays music good for listening or dancing."
Saxophone players: Richard Wright, fine arts junior; Charles Burnett, fine arts freshman; Jerald Smith, education junior, and Donald Edmonds, fine arts freshman.
Other members of the band are:
Brass section: Dorsey Evans, fine arts junior; Barry Green, fine arts freshman, and Neill Humfeld, graduate student.
Rhythm section: Charles Kynard,
fine arts freshman; Eugene Goltz,
college sophomore, and Ron Waller,
fine arts freshman.
Donna Hobein, education junior is the vocalist.
A preliminary examination in Western Civilization will be held at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 27, in 101 Snow hall. The exam will cover units six to ten.
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Aviation Cadet Program Offers Special Opportunities for Collegians Now Preparing for Military Service
Here is a real man-size opportunity! You can choose—immediately—between being a Pilot or Aircraft Observer in America's swiftly-expanding Air Force. The Air Force encourages candidates to stay in school and graduate. However, seniors and students with two years or more of college who anticipate early entrance into military service can insure their future and serve their country best by applying for Aviation Cadet Training today. You receive the finest training and experience when you fly with the U.S. Air Force—experience that pays off in later years.
WHO MAY APPLY
AGE—Between 19 and 26½ years,
EDUCATION—At least two years of college,
MARITAL STATUS—Single.
PHYSICAL CONDITION—Good, especially eyes, ears, heart, and teeth.
HOW TO USE
HOW TO QUALIFY
I. Take transcript of college credits and copy of your resume to your nearme Air Force base or Recruiting Station.
2. Appear for physical examination at your nearest Air Base at Government expense.
3. Accomplish Flying Aptitude Tests and enlist for two years only!
4. The Selective Service Act awards you a four-year deferment while awaiting class assignment.
5. Immediate assignment to Aviation Cadet Training Classes starting September 19 and October 2, 1952.
WHERE To Get More Details
6. Attend Aviation
Cadet Training School
one year—either as
Phleas or Observer.
Get $105 month plus
food, housing, uniforms,
and other benefits.
Visit your nearest U. S. Air Force Base or U. S. Army—U. S. Air Force Recruiting Station or write direct to Aviation Cadet, Headquarters, U. S. Air Force, Washington25, D. S.
7. Graduate and win your wings! Commissioned as a second lieutenant, you begin earning $5,000 a year. In addition, you receive $250 uniform allowance and a 30-day leave with pay.