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Evening star., 1952-01-21
WHAT IS the PRESENT STATUS OF MUSIC
EDUCATION IN OUR DISTRICT PUBLIC SCH00LS7

". EARL CAMPBELL

According to recent report of the Citizens Committee
for Music in the District of Columbia Public Schools music
cation in public schools is "sepchd" of the regular
academic crrcua offered in both primary and secondary
schools While will not 60 into all of the details of the report
lit submitted to the Board of Commissioners October 49,
1851 and is available to reque the report be
summed up in general with the statement that instruction is
"nadeQuate" and instruments nonexistent where
individual students furnish their instruments.
This in the face of the fact that microscopes and ahes
furnished students in science and manual training
lively.
This anomalous situation Wilhelm essence-sates that
music education available only to those students however
promsng) who afford musical Instruments poses most
profound postuate for all citizens of democracy especially
when the situation exists city that has to represent the
center of democracy for all the world.
The basis of our free insutions-which comprise the
cornesones of by the foun
ders of this nation when they carefully differentiated between
right and privilege right inherent in democracy
brese something that must be bought and paid for One
falls within the social Interpretation OF life liberty and the
pursuit of happiness while the other under the economic
definition Of working for what you get
The democratic" definition Of education finds itself
divorced from the actual situation exists today public
schools with regard music education We must face the fact
that beyond the prarygrade elemental instruction in music
Historically without nstrumen) there really worthwhile
music education available to the student whose family cannot
purchase an instrument
The budget for the District Of Columbia public schools for
the fiscal year ending June 3d. 1863 does not contain any pro-
vision for development Of admittedly inadequate music
program Other than the few teachers assigned to instruction.
no provisions made for real music education because no
instruments are available unless the student for the nstr
nnenf himself.
interests of continuing and developing the theory of democratic
free public school education the end that will have young
citizenry equipped culuray academcay Intellectually and
Miritually to face problems of the future
Evening star., 1952-01-21

NATE. If You Are "a Parent, Public
NSA6' School Officio Music Teacher,
Member of Parent Teacher Association, or
in Any Way Interested in the Future of Our
Children, Please Reed This Message about Our
ReerettobIe District Public School Music Edu-
cotton Program.
These expressions on music education in our
public schools in the District of Columbia ore
presented by me with full knowledge that may
be subject to criticism because music is, pri-
noriIy, my business, although | should like to
point out the foct thot the Campbell Music
Company is NOT in the band instrument bus-
ness Therefore it could in no way profit from
the sale Of such instruments to our public school
system. However, know that | can depend on
your foir-mindedness in judging these thoughts
on the basis Of their merits alone -- and not
merely because the writer happens to be de-
voted to music both in vocation and ovocotion.
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Evening star., 1952-01-21

events have altered educational standards and philosophers
becoming adulators Of rather than seekers
after the eternal truths. !.
Educators everywhere have referred to this danger
reaction to academic educatono intellectual development
ns @ to- are than how eno
and reasoning how to enjoy the arts and the cultural pursuits
which have made civilizations great would indeed seem to be
dangerous"
There is in public schools Of the District today
imperfect balance between the socaed practical and the
intellectual training being oferedwih immediate and spe
cc reference education Both needed for intel
lectualy and economically solvent ctizenry
After ALL the purpose of education training for rather
than the training for making ung Equal devotion to
both should produce the final and conclusive evidence that Free
democratic public education perpeuate strengthen and
ultimately lead its students to understand mans spirituality
his spiritual desnyo the end that the world can live at peace
HERE is WHAT IS NOW BEING DONE AND WHAT YOU
CAN DO TO CHANGE THIS REGRETTABLE SITUATION
Fortunately the National Symphony Orchestra under its
eminent conductor Howard MITCHELL doing much through its
FM broadcass to nculcae in young people
Of music The Citizens Committee for Music in the District Of
Columbia Public Schools hard at work bringing the facts Of
the into the light The Associations IN
of the schools trying desperately to fill the gap with
purchase Of few Instruments
All of this good But the most potent force for change
in society is aroused citizenry-and that is YOU
If you believe that public school music education is right
instead privilege if you cognzant OF the fact that
latent musical talent from the humble cottage as often as
it does from the weodo home if you believe that children
who do appreciate music but whose latent talents can
be developed should be given that opportunity and you
accept premise that is the duty of public school system
to train our children in music buwark to democracy
then YOU can than the writer all OF the COM
mittees that could possibly be created
YOU can get behind your PTA groups activities YOU can talk
and work and fight for music education in public schools
The MOST IMPORTANT step you take to join in con-
certed action along with the Citizens Committee to appeal the
Board of Education and most important to the Board OF
msones certain that these boards will be most receptive
to your opinions and that their members will respond favoab
to an oyeased APPEAL and expand the music edca
ton program of our public schools.
Anything that personally do to help rect1y tne
regettab situation that exists with regard to the District Pup
lie School Music Education Program will be pleasure ana
privilege you feel that the thoughts have expressed mere
with will be Of value the fight for better public school music
education will be pleased to supply you or your group WI" as
many reprints as you may want
It my sincere hope that efforts as individuals viii
produce fruit in the form Of brighter future for our school
children-m music education.
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Evening star., 1952-01-21

MUS1G 6DUGAIIUM ID SP1kl1 UALg
CULTURAL AND Intellectual NECESSITY
Departing for the from the premise that music
education should be part and parcel of Free democratic
public school system let approach the problem from the view
connotations.
400 years before Christ the Greek Philosopher Plato said
Musical training is potent instrument than any other
places of the SOUL"
must take rank the highest of the fine aas the which,
more than any other, ministers to human welfare"
Throughout the agesrom ancient times to present davs
masses Of men, have paid their profound respects to music
education it affects and strengthens every fiber of human
mind and spirit.
The ultimate aim of education after ALL not merely to
rain young people, but to train the facility Of the intellect
to the point where and daughters newer
bigger and richer intellectual challenges than did the preceding
generation to the point where their intellectual capacities
kinds constant drive toward better understanding of his spirit
uality and his spiritual destiny.
No nation ethnic group, political entity has long
survived its true nteectua those who have grasp OF the
eternal vere many of which embodied in the arts Of
these music is the universally understood and loved
In saying do not refer you opinonbu to the wisdom
of the ages.
LACK OF ATTENTION TO PUBLIC SCHOOL MUSIC
EDUCATION BETRAYs, A DANGEROUS" ATTITUDE
In the past years. three things have seemed to alter
basic concepts of education These three events O The
Depression N The Second World War; and 81 The unsettled
postwar conditions that seem presage another conflict These
Evening star., 1952-01-21

Read These Figures from Communities
Adjacent to or Neor Washington, to Fully
Understond the Districts Lock Of Proper
Public School Music Education
Here is ,ohat public interest has fostered
in nearby areas:
IN ARLINGTON COUNTY
The County School systen1 with pupil registration Of
onIy II IA, budqeed $lO4, 100 for music. This in
cuded the purchase Of 200 viols and celos for its
elementary schools and sufficient vions, Noos cellos,
double bosses flutes oboes, bossoons. French horns,
tronbone baritone horns, tubos and percussion insu-
NBALTiMoRE-'
The BoItmore School System in the last three yeo with
pupil registration Of 10000 budeeted for MUSIC sup
plies and equipment lexclusNe Of solories $67 ,OOO
$l26 500 and $33 900 successfully These figures were
considered necessary for the establishment OF music
proerom when that progrom is operating fully will
decrease to maintenance and replacement level
In the instances above, organized. concerted COM
uny effort has brought its influence to bear local
school boards and commissioners.
The District Of coIumbia Board OF Commissioners Should
Be Reminded BY you that NOT ONE CENT for the pur-
chose os instruments 10 included in the District School
Budget for the fiscal year ending June 80. 1888.
fFigures are from Committee Music the Dis
m OF Columbia Public Schools contained their report to
the Commissioners dated October 49, 1851
Evening star., 1952-01-21
LACK OF ATTENTION TO PUBLIC SCHOOL MUSIC
EDUCATION BETRAYS A DANGEROUS" ATTITUDE

In the past years. three things seemed to alter
basic concepts of education These three events O The
Depression ~ The Second World War; and @ The unsettled
postwar conditions that presage another conflict These
Evening star., 1952-01-21

Our present District Public School Music Education Pogrom
makes necessary for child to have before he learn
play understand music This contrary
democratic principles Of edueoion We do something about it,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1952-04-03
News of Music
Perfection Marks Closing Concert
Of National Symphony Series

ed was to be given an opportunity
to show what they could do In
a program which they had al
their fingertips. Such a program
was given last night.
MI Mitchell held the men in
the palm of his hand. They sur
passed themselves. The lovely
softness of the woodwind was
matched by whispering strings:
every phrase was shaped, and SO
was every leading voice. He
achieved minute effects by the
elasticity of his dynamics. He
succeeded also in a complete merg-
ing Of the orchestra with the
piano in the concerto, without
which the overpowering effect
would have been impossible. What
MIR. Mitchell has done is a re-
markable achievement. consider
ing that this particular ensemble
has played only one season to-
getheI.
But this shows also that only
performances of this kind bring
complete satisfaction. Yesterdays
was the type of a concert that
should prevail the entire season
around.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1952-04-03
By EIeno de Soyn

The National Symphony Or
Ichestra wrote a grand finale tc
its seasons series of concerts ir
Constitution Hall last night with
Ia perfect program, perfect SOLO
list and a perfect performance
Artur Rubinstein was magnificent
in Brahms second concerto fol-
piano and orchestra. He was as
sisted and supported by a thought
full and sensitive direction OF
Howard Mitchell and the whole
hearted cooperation of the mu-
Sicians.
The name of Rubinstein drew
a full house and there was bound
less enthusiasm. And no wonder
Such a display of towering viz
tuosity, strength and sentiment
is not an everyday occurrence
The concerto was written for
hands and a lofty spirit.
It took giant of Mr.. Rubinstein's
stature to do it justice.
Recall followed upon recall. Mr..
Rubinstein came out seven times,
He bowed to the audience, to the
orchestra. shook hands with the
concertmaSter, with the first Gel
list and brought out MIR. Mitchell
twice. but the people still ap-
plauded persistently.
Not less of a reception, however.
was accorded Mr.. Mitchell after
Beethoven's seventh symphony,
which concluded the program.
The full-blooded sonorities and
disciplined clarity which he drew
from the orchestra in the "Eg-
mont Overture" and further car
ried out in Brahms concerto
found full play in the symphony.
Already during the season
there have been indications as
to what the orchestra could do
under ideal circumstances. Prog
resS and greater discipline tran
spi1ed at every performance.
Lately, artistic finish. abandon
and enthusiasm of the musicians
became apparent. All they need
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1952-04-03

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RIGS.
Milford chronicle., 1952-11-14

our need for power and that greedy power
trust is trying to steal our priceless water
power resources have been exhumed and
busted off. So is the baseless claim that only
the government can provide "cheap power"
All of this marks a renewal of the attempt
to hide the fact that, when permitted to go
ahead, the publicly-regulated Businessman
aged utilities have never failed either to meet
any demand for power or to build we'll ahead
of demand and that private capital is avail
able for the very largest projects. 1t is also
designed to hide the fact, developed in scrup-
ulOus and objective surveys and analyses,
that Cheap" government power is made pos
sible only by tax subsidies and tax avoidance.
When these extremely important factors are
taken into account, it is invariably found
that private power is as cheap or cheaper
than socialized power produced and distribu-
ted over comparable systems and under COM
parable operating conditions.
The "big government" concept of which
Mr.. Wilson spoke has burdened this country
with staggering taxes and debt which is
almost beyond the comprehension of the hui
man mind. 1t has sadly undermined individ-
ual independence and self-reliance. 1t has
led to unbridled waste, extravaganza and
corruption. It is the main cause of initiation.
1t has fattened on wars and the threats of
more wars. And sOcialized power is one of
its cOrneTStOneS.
Milford chronicle., 1952-11-14

toms or new inventions may raise havoc with mahe-
mates. For instance, the railroads have high book
values, making their stocks theoretically, worth very
much more than they selling for; but this does
not make people ride the railroads! 1t does not
prevent people from using automobiles and trucks
Hence, forecast of stock prices should not neces-
sariy place too much dependence upon politics. even
when conclusions adjusted to initiation and book
values.
In the long run, stock prices are determined by:
Cd Earnings of corporations: (2) the amount of
funds available for investment and CD the conf
dence of people to buy stocks, which must have in
creased since November 4th. There are three other
factors, however. which could determine stock
prices during the next two years. These are: %
The action of labor unions; (2) the growth of
foreign imports; and (3) the recklessness of do
mestic competition and price cutting All of these
factors now indicate the stock market could decline
100 points, notwithstanding last weeks great Re
publican victory
WHAT Is TODAY'S BEST BUY!
Every reader is justified in asking how he can
capitalize on the recent great Republican victory.
nave definite answer-namey, Buy Dollars"
Today Dollars can be purchased for ffty-three cents
l believe they are@the best bargains that there are
today. Furthermore, whatever else the Repub-
Hcan Administration is able accomplish it should
make these Dollars worth more money both at home
and abroad For the time beng-as long as we
avoid World War III-infatiOn may be at an end
The simplest way to Buy Dollars" is to save
money or to take a profit and put the proceeds into
a good bank. In other wOr.4s, bank DEPOSITS may
be the best investment today Certainly every wise
person will build up his bank account during the
next few months. In the meantime, watch the pres
ent fftythree cent Dollar and see if l am right or
wrong in this advice
Milford chronicle., 1952-11-14
Inv THE AIR FORCE"
By EIolne T0wnsend DIekerson

were. She wanted all the gawking
neighbors to see that rip in my
housecoat! We all crawled out of
the car and that blazing Florida
sun just seemed to spotlight us. We
rang, knocked and yelled at the
Geer's front AND back door, to
no avail. Then to my astonishment
a man meandered over to us and
Paula said, eli! Where's LOuise?"
and as / gasped / knew / was face
to face with Colonel Geer himself.
The Coffee was more fun. After
we had all gotten over Mysteries
of seeing each other in our cat
home" outfits, Lou surprised us
with a recording of all we had
said as each girl arrived Tor be-
fore she arrived) at the party. Oh!
there were some awful remarks
about what THIS one had on and
what THAT one didn't have on, but
we were ALL eyesOres so there
was no need for apology.
Air Force life is lot of fun and
we four love it. The only hard part
is leaving your families after leaves
and saying goodbye to your friends
at home as well as friends you have
made at various bases. I cried
when l left MacDill and cried
whe. / left Houston and I'm sure
it will be the same at Mather in
California We were at MacDiH IA
months. A girl / have mentioned
to you before, Shirley Valiant, from
Baltimore, Maryland, was my
friend at MacDill and l knew her
just those few months but before
leaving Houston, Texas, she call
ed us from Tampa to say "gOOd
luck" to us before we went far
ther west. l think one reason you
make such close friends in the
service in such a short time is be-
cause you have no immediate fam
+ lily near and they help ease some
of that loss, since they, too, feel
such an emptiness.
( The evening of the 14th, Lynne.
Dawn and I will fly to Houston
from Washington, d. c., by Eas-
tern Air Lines. Hayes left this
morning from D. c. by an Air Force
plane so he will be at the airport
to meet us and we will get on our
way to Sacramento, California,
when we land in Houston Saturday
morning at 4:30 a. m.
Been nice seeing all of you
again.
Always,
/ Elaine Townsend Dickerson
Milford chronicle., 1952-11-14
Childhood Fears
Can Warp Life
BY DAVID TAYLOR MARKE
AP NewsfeatursS Writer

Treatment that breaks down self
condence in a child and makes him
over fearful Of rebdhe can seri-
Ously Tetard his educational and
emOtiOpal growth, says Professor
Laurence F. Shaffer of Columbia
Teachers College.
"A child who is free from fear
has freedom to strive for positive
accomplishments The fearful child
is so occupied with defending him
self that he is unable to benefit
from or enjoy school or home life.
His main concern is to protect hirl-
self or to escape real or imagin-
.ary threats"
Prof. Shaffer, who is head of the
Department of Guidance at the col
lege and president-elect of the Am
erican Psychological Association,
says that some children and adults,
too, behave stupidity" that they de-
feat themselves in trying to ach-
ieve their aims. These persons, he
explained, are either so moody and
withdrawn, or sarcastic and ag-
gressive, that people avoid them.
He terms this behavior a kind of
stupidity, which is not due to lack
Milford chronicle., 1952-11-14

Of brightness in the intellectual
sense-socially stupid people usu-
ally have high I. Q's. He explains:
"A person who behaves in a way
that will defeat himself is a fright
ened person, and usually is afraid
that he will not be accepted. Like
a frightened animal, he either runs
or bites-he is too withdrawn or
too aggressive. Neither extreme
helps him to achieve his life goals"
AS in nutrition, medicine and
other sciences, answers to human
problems often can be found in
the results of experiments with
lower animals, he says. A long Sc
quence of experiments with rats,
carried out almost 20 years ago,
and others currently in progress,
shows that rats, too, can be made
to behave stupidity" he reports,
adding:
"In general, when an animal
runs away from food, instead of
toward it, he is more afraid than
hungry. Escape from her is usu-
ally a more powerful incentive than
the seeking of positive rewards"
Milford chronicle., 1952-11-14
BABSON Discusses Elections And Stock Market

NEW YORK CITY, November IA saw more
smiles on November 9Th than have seen for several
years Knowing of my interest in Florida, my
friends have been cOngratuatng that Florida
voted Republican, |, however. cannot forget that
the last and only other time Florida voted RepUb~
lican was i'm 1928. Although everyone likewise
smiled then yet within less than a year we had
the Panic of 1929. do not believe that history need
now repeat itself; but the DOw-Jones Industrial
Average could 90 off 100 points. | say this after
allowing for both Initiation and the Vast Sums which
these thirty blg corporations, the stocks of which
compose this Industrial Average, have pOwed back
into their businesses since 1929
INITIATION AND BOOK VALUES
You will naturally ask: What about initiation
since 1932-which should prevent the next lows
from reaching the 1882 fgUres?' This is a fair
question. Well, in 1882 the value of our dollar in
terms Of Wholesale commodity prices was 81 so
Today this value is So cents. This means that we
would be justified in multiplying the 1892 low" of
40 by 2S. This would be equivalent a theoretical
low" Of 112 for today.
Many corporations since 1882 have put back into
their businesses large sums of money without in
creasing their Indebtedness or the number of their
outstanding shares On the average, this amounts
to a total estimated figure, after depreciation of
500 for the twenty years This could also be added
to the 112 to make a figure of 172 which could now
be compared to the 1882 Glow" of 4O In other words
after considering both initiation and increased book
value, the Industrial Average-nOw at 27O-could
easily go back to 172 or a decline of about 100
points.
POSSIBLE MARKET DECLINES
The above adjustments however are largely
theoretical Stock prices depend more upon emotions
than on statistics. Furthermore, change in Gus