Now, I have made my decision. 'The rice is cooked', as the Chinese say. Yesterday I wrote my letter of resignation to Commercial Chemicals, where I had worked for the past three years. I had hoped to develop fundamental research on the structure of polymer films. In spite of my efforts, the Administration decided to put all of its emphasis — and budget — on the development of 'better meat-wraps'. It was the obvious end of any fundamental scientific work in the Research Center.

And then, I wrote a letter to Haywood University in DC to accept their offer of an Associate Professorship in Physical Chemistry. All I could hope for was that the academic atmosphere would be more compatible with my ideas of scientific research. Clearly, with the added task of full-time teaching and, most certainly, a limited budget for research, I was taking a chance. As for the practical side, I had to organize a move to Washington.

Before leaving I made a last visit to the Center. I had no friends there, although I had much appreciated the work with Alan, my technician. I saw him briefly. We spoke of Ben and his demise — what a tragic affaire! He had committed suicide. It could not have been only due to the changes in the Administration of the Center, we thought. In fact, I had guessed that he had personal problems, as well as certain difficulties to continue his music in this area. I said 'goodbye' to Alan and promised to keep in contact. I didn't see Nina, the mail girl, with whom I had had one fabulous night out. She was difficult to forget, but it was obvious that she was not interested in the 'intellectual society', as she put it and, above all, was not willing to move 'down South' to Washington. Too bad — maybe.

The old Ford was still acting up. I managed to get it over to the garage, where the mechanic saw me coming. He knew the car well and when I asked about its future, he only shook his head. He then remarked, "If you're interested in buying another car, I can show you several that are in good condition. Your poor Ford has had a long, tough life. It's true that it has four new tires, so I can offer you $50 toward a newer car." I replied that I'd have to think about it, as I was planning to move to Washington. "Oh, what are you going to do down there," he asked? I explained that I had accepted a university job. "I'll bet you'll earn a lot less money than you've been getting at the Center," he remarked. "Yes, that is quite true, but I hope for more freedom to do what I want to do." Clearly my argument was not very convincing — maybe not to me either.

I took a bus back to my apartment and started packing. I was still worrying about the car. After some thought, I decided to let the question drop until I was settled in DC. All would depend on where I was located in the city and transportation to-and-from the university. I had visited Washington several years before and, as I remembered, public transportation was very good and taxis were quite cheap. I put all of my belongings in several footlockers and called a moving company to pick them up, along with the few pieces of furniture that I had bought for my studio. I gave my university address, but insisted that all be put 'on hold' until I had found an apartment in Washington. I left my little place in New Jersey with a big suitcase of my immediate needs.

I took the train in Newark. It made a quick stop at Princeton Junction and then continued. I thought of my previous visits to Princeton, the well-known university, where I was a couple of years ago invited to give a seminar. The next stop was for Trenton, the capital of New Jersey. It was nevertheless, primarily a jumping-off point for Atlantic City. At that center of anti-culture, I had participated in the 'Instrument Show', the presentation of scientific apparatus of all kinds. Of course I had visited the Casino. No comment and nothing won.

Next, there was a brief stop at North Philadelphia before going up to cross the Schuylkill River. I looked out to see Fairmont Park and the Philadelphia Zoo. The train then turned down along the river to the 30th Street Station. Here, we stayed a bit longer, and, as we were pulling out of the station, another passenger arrived. He stopped next to my place and addressed me with, "Good afternoon, Sir, is this seat taken?" I was surprised by his politeness. I responded, "No, not at all, please take this place," as I indicated the seat next to me.

He was tall, probably still in his twenties, and somewhat dark. My mother would have described him as 'café au lait'. She would certainly have said that he was a 'handsome guy'. I started the conversation with the usual traveler's question: "How far are you going, on to Washington?" He replied, "Yes, that's right, I live down there." He went on to explain that his parents were from Philadelphia — 'Philly', as he called it, and that he was studying in Washington. "And so," I asked, "What are you studying? Are you at a university there?" He then explained that he was a medical student, with another two years to finish his degree. In the meantime, at night, he was earning his living as a taxi driver in Washington. "But how do you have the energy to do all that; when do you sleep," I asked? "Well, it isn't always easy, but soon I hope to be an MD. Then I'll be able to establish myself and earn my way more normally."

He then turned to me and asked, "And what do you do?" He had obviously learned about the art of conversation. (After a dialogue, one should ask himself: "Who learned more?" If it was the other person, you talked too much!) I answered with, "I'm originally from Massachusetts, a small town that is almost entirely French-speaking. I did my graduate work at Brown University and then took a job with Commercial Chemicals in New Jersey. There, at the Research Center I tried to develop fundamental studies of plastics, primarily with the use of optical methods. Unfortunately, the management didn't appreciate my efforts and I resigned to accept a teaching and research post in chemistry at Haywood University."

My companion was obviously startled, but then replied, "I am honored to make your acquaintance, Professor, my name is Jim Hawkins. My medical school is part of Haywood University and my training in chemistry was in the Department there." I extended my hand and introduced myself; "I'm Jack Gilbert. It is indeed a pleasure to meet you, Jim, my first personal contact with the University."

As the train slowed down for the stop in Wilmington, we saw the famous two tall buildings. "Oh yes", I remarked, "Here we are in 'plasticland', the home of Uncle Dupy. The researchers here were our major competitors when I was at the Center in New Jersey. It seems that one of their principal interests is PTFE, polytetrafluoroethylene. They are now considering its use as a coating for pots and pans." Jim immediately responded with, "But the fluorocarbons are very dangerous at high temperatures; how can they be used in cooking?" "You are quite right and, in fact, it is just for that reason the company here has not yet put their 'nonstick' pans on the market. They have to prove that there is no danger to the consumer, at least at temperatures up to 300° centigrade or so."

As we left Wilmington for the long haul down to Baltimore, I understood that my friend was very tired. I stopped talking and saw that he was soon fast asleep — no wonder, considering the hectic life he was leading.

I started thinking of the future. I was most impressed by Jim. If he was typical of students at Haywood, I could expect to have a very interesting and rewarding position there. As for my part, I realized that I had had little or no teaching experience. Research, OK, but I would certainly have to work hard to develop classroom techniques and the necessary self confidence.

Jim woke up with the call for Baltimore. He then told me a little about the history of Haywood University. "It was founded several years after the Civil War to offer the possibility of higher education to Negroes — the 'freed' slaves — as they were not allowed to enter the so-called 'white' universities. Haywood was created by the Federal Government, which is still its major source of finances. It is thus the only truly Federal University in the United States. By the way, the University is not uniquely for Negroes, as it is open to all. However, some 80% of its student body is composed of what my grandmother calls, "Us culled foks". The rest are primarily of Indian or Pakistani origin, as well as a significant number from the Middle East. The number of WASP's is negligible."

I hesitated, and Jim understood. "Well, you know (although I didn't), the abbreviation WASP is used for 'White, Anglo-Saxon Protestants'. It's really not intended to be offensive — just our way of describing a certain, most important cross-section of the American population. By the way the correct description of us is 'Negro', and the race, as Negroid. However, it has now fallen into disuse by the younger generation, who prefer 'Black'. Clearly, this question is without meaning, unless you have a preference for Spanish or English — and obviously neither black nor white is a very accurate description of skin color."

I thanked Jim for his interesting history of the University an his remarks on the American Society. As we approached Washington, we could see the Capitol in the distance. Jim stood up and took down his little suitcase. He remarked that he would have to get a bite to eat before venturing out in his taxi for the night. I reminded Jim that I would soon have an office in the Chemistry building and added, "Please don't hesitate to stop by; I would like to keep in touch." We said our 'goodbyes' and shook hands. The train stopped in Union Station. It was the end of the trip and, for me, the beginning of a new adventure.

CHAPTER 2

THE NATION'S CAPITAL

I was on the platform at Union Station in DC. I walked down and entered the huge waiting room. I had no other baggage, just my suitcase that I checked in a locker. I was glad that I had arranged to send all the rest of my stuff. On the other side of the station I stepped out into the brilliant sunshine. It was terribly humid — suffocating. The big fountain was invaded by little Negro children enjoying the relief from the hot weather. In the background I could see the Senate Office Building and, just behind, the dome of the Capitol.

I headed down to Constitution Avenue and followed The Mall, with the Washington Monument in the distance. As I passed in front of the National Gallery, I thought back to the last time I visited Washington. It was with Allison, my girlfriend when I was a graduate student in Providence. She was at the art school there, so insisted on a visit to Washington — especially to see the National Gallery and the Phillips Collection. I often missed her, but she was definitely too 'arty' for me. At seventh street I took the trolley — or was it called a 'street car'?

I noticed that there were several dark-skinned persons in the car and was reminded of what someone had told me, that public transportation in Washington had only very recently been desegregated. How was it possible? It had been almost a century since Lincoln had signed the Emancipation Proclamation, and was it only just now that some results were to be seen? As we continued North on seventh avenue, the white passengers began to get off and the 'colored', as Jim had called them, began to enter. We stopped at O street, the market. Most of the 'whites' got off to take the cross-town bus toward Georgetown. From there on it was Georgia Avenue, lined with boarded-up shops and litter on the street. By the time we got to Florida Avenue I realized that I was the only snowflake in the street car.

At Haywood place I got off and walked up the hill to the University campus. I was impressed by the architecture of the various buildings. It was apparent that several dated from the past century, although many were very modern. I stopped a student to inquire: "Please, I'm looking for the Chemistry building." He replied, "Yes, Sir, just continue up the hill towards the library; it's the big building that you see up there. Then, just down to your right there is a building with big Doric columns; that's Chemistry." I thanked him for the information and continued up the hill. I thought, "Doric columns?" He certainly knew something of Greek architecture.

I went into the building and saw the Chemistry Department office on the right. I entered and asked if I could see the Department Chairman. The secretary was a fair-skinned lady who asked if I had an appointment. (I learned later that she was always called Mrs. Jones). I replied, "Oh no, but I wrote to Dr. Fillmore to say that I would come in today. My name is Jack Gilbert. I'm the new member of the chemistry faculty." She leaped up and went running into the office behind. "Dr. Fillmore, the new teacher has arrived!" He came out immediately to greet me, with, "I am pleased to meet you, Dr. Gilbert, and we are indeed honored that you have come to join us." He was tall, fairly dark and built to be a football player.

He began immediately to arrange my arrival at the University. He asked, "Have you found a place to stay?" "No," I replied, "It will probably be a few days before my things arrive from New Jersey. My suitcase is at Union Station." "OK, Mrs. Jones will telephone to reserve a room for you. I suggest that you take a place at one of the tourist homes along south C street. That's quite near the Capitol and convenient for you to go there with your suitcase. Once you are established, Mrs. Jones can help you find a better lodging. By the way, I rather assumed that you didn't drive down to Washington." "No," I replied, "I sold my old car before leaving New Jersey, so I am, as the Brown boys say, 'without wheels'." I suddenly had a sinking feeling. I had referred to the 'Brown boys', meaning the students at Brown University, without any thought of the local implication. Dr. Fillmore responded without a hitch, "Yes, of course, but public transportation here in Washington is now very good, and even available to everyone."

I was impressed by Dr. Fillmore's understanding, and his organization. I thought, "If he is like that as Head of the Department, it should function very well." He then led me across the hall, where he opened the door to an office. He said, "This i s your new office; we hope that you will find it satisfactory." It was perfect. There was a window toward the lower campus — the schools of medicine and dentistry. There was a big desk, a filing cabinet and two bookcases that I would soon be able to fill with the many books that I had collected during the past ten years or so.

I left the University campus with a feeling of satisfaction with my choice of the position and enthusiasm for the prospect of continuing scientific research. Dr. Fillmore had assured me that I could have all the lab space I would need, although the financial aid from the Department would be somewhat limited. It was obvious that I would have to look for research money in the form of contracts from the 'outside'.

Again on the streetcar, I descended into the tourist center of DC. Mrs. Jones had given me the address on C street, where she had reserved a room for me. At the Mall I saw again the National Gallery on the left and, in the distance on the right, the old building of the Smithsonian Museum. I got off on Independence Avenue and started up toward the Capitol. At Pennsylvania Avenue I turned down to C street and continued a couple of blocks further to the address that Mrs. Jones had given me. At the tourist home I was welcomed by a middle-aged lady who said that my room had been reserved. I explained that my suitcase was at the Station, so I would go after it and return shortly.

I walked back along C street and turned north toward the Union Station, with the Library of Congress on my right and the Capitol on my left. I then understood that Washington, DC, is a center of information, of culture, and history. Museums and archives that are unique in the World can be found there. I was very impressed and decided that I would certainly profit from what this city had to offer.

At Union Station I found my suitcase in the locker and lugged it out into the sunshine. I hailed a taxi and was in five minutes back at the tourist home.

The next day Mrs. Jones phoned me to ask if I would like to look at an apartment. She explained that it was straight north from the campus, up Georgia Avenue, not more than ten minutes on the streetcar. I went by the Department to pick up the key and got back on the streetcar. I took one look at the apartment and decided that it was just what I needed.

(Continues...)

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