Vol. 58, No. 20, May 15, 1964. 4 pages. View this issue
Organizational news filled this four-page issue. IRS advised that all JACL subordinate units now qualify under National JACL’s tax exemption, which helps chapters set up scholarships and receive endowment contributions. The Carnegie Corporation granted $180,000 to the JACL-UCLA Japanese American Research Project, and Dr. T. Scott Miyakawa noted the foundation’s earlier support for research on race relations. A report on the 12th Biennial JACL Convention in Seattle looked at a $90,000 budget allocation for the Sustaining Plans. Another story covered reservations raised at the National Youth Commission meeting in Salt Lake City.
Other stories include a tribute to Kosai for his community service in Salt Lake City, a Director’s Report on how a CBS Twilight Zone episode revived old lies about Pearl Harbor, and plans for a May 30 wreath-laying at the Tomb of the Unknowns in Arlington. Norman Thomas was to be honored at the 18th Biennial JACL Convention in Detroit, and Masao Satow was to address a district council rally.
What’s in this issue
Community
- Kosai Honored for Community Service in Salt Lake City, page 1. Kosai was active in numerous Salt Lake community organizations and helped establish JACL chapters in Salt Lake City and Ogden. He served as Salt Lake chapter president in 1958 and was later honored by the Japanese government for promoting US-Japan amity.
- Masao Satow to Address NCWNDC Preconvention Rally, page 2. Masao Satow, a Pacific Citizen columnist and fair housing supporter, will address the Northern California Western Nevada District Council preconvention rally. The rally focuses on the coming election and the National JACL Convention.
JACL
- National Youth Commission Reservations Aired at Salt Lake Meeting, page 1. At the June 1963 National Youth Commission meeting in Salt Lake City, reservations were raised about the proposed national youth agency mandate. The committee chairman reconfirmed the JACL’s role in organizing a national youth agency, though it was qualified by the program.
- What Happened at Seattle: JACL Convention Report, page 1. The 12th Biennial JACL Convention in Seattle considered national support and a budget allocation of $90,000 for the Sustaining Plans. The article discusses how delegates weighed these actions relative to earlier convention decisions.
- Subordinate Units Receive JACL Tax Exempt Status, page 1. IRS advised that all JACL subordinate units now qualify under National JACL’s tax exemption, helping chapters set up scholarships and receive endowment contributions. Chapters have been sent copies of the official IRS letter.
- History Project Receives Carnegie Corp. Grant, page 1. The Carnegie Corporation granted $180,000 to the JACL-UCLA Japanese American Research Project. Dr. T. Scott Miyakawa noted Carnegie’s prior support for research on race relations and ethnic issues.
Commentary
- Director’s Report: Fiction Can Be Damaging, page 1. A CBS Twilight Zone episode revived old lies about Pearl Harbor, prompting a response from producer William Froug. The Director’s Report argues that fictional portrayals can damage the image of Americans of Japanese ancestry despite claims of dramatic intent.
Military & Veterans
- JACL to Pay Tribute to Americans Who Supported Nisei in WWII, page 1. JACL members will join the Assn. of Southern California Japanese American Veterans in a May 30 wreath-laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknowns in Arlington. The ceremony honors Americans who supported Nisei during World War II.
Obituaries
- Norman Thomas to Be Honored at 18th Biennial JACL Convention, page 1. Norman Thomas, a civil rights leader and author, will be honored at the Testimonial Banquet of the 18th Biennial JACL Convention in Detroit. The article traces his career in defending civil liberties and human dignity.
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