Greetings Earthlings. Yes, it's a distress call but also the European festival Beltane of ancient Pagan origins marking the beginning of summer, usually celebrated on May 1. Also, May 1st was International Workers’ Day which began as a commemoration of the 1886 Haymarket Riot in Chicago. The day is officially recognized in much of the world, but not the United States 'cuz you know, "commies"? Hence, Labor Day falling on the first Monday in Septe ...