Vol. 58, No. 25, June 19, 1964. 4 pages. View this issue
Preparations for the 18th Biennial National JACL Convention in Detroit filled the front page. Kay Miyaya described how the Detroit chapter was getting ready to host delegates, and National Director Mas Satow explained that dues had to be paid in full before credentials were issued. The paper also named the selection committee for the 1964 Ben Frank Masaoka scholarship, and Tom D. Endo wrote about Kuroki, a former 442nd combat pilot, who was to be honored at the convention. Mike Masaoka reported on the Senate cloture vote on the civil rights omnibus bill, and the Pacific Southwest District Council outlined plans to oppose the California housing initiative.
Inside are columns by Jack Mayeda and Larry Tajiri, and a report on the London sculpture show of Isamu Tajiri. Canadian Prime Minister Pearson’s remarks on the wartime treatment of Japanese Canadians appeared on page 3. Page 4 lists chapter honors for local graduates and the scholarship winners.
What’s in this issue
JACL
- KCL Convention Scouting Executives, Clergymen, Olympic Champion, TV Exec Comprise 1964 Ben Frank Masaoka Scholarship Selection Committee, by P.C. Staff, page 1. The JACL has named the selection committee for the 1964 Ben Frank Masaoka scholarship, which includes scouting executives, clergymen, an Olympic champion, and a TV executive. Members were chosen to review applicants for the scholarship awarded at the national convention in Detroit.
- Credentials Must Be Paid in Full for National and District Council Delegates, by P.C. Staff, page 1. National Director Mas Satow reports that delegates to the 18th Biennial National JACL Convention in Detroit must have dues paid in full before credentials are issued. Major deadlines and requirements for attending the convention are outlined.
- Detroit JACL Primed for 18th Biennial Convention, by Kay Miyaya, page 1. The Detroit JACL chapter is preparing to host the 18th Biennial National JACL Convention, with delegates and visitors expected from across the nation. Local arrangements and hospitality plans for the convention are described.
- National Headquarters Closed June 29-July 4, by P.C. Staff, page 1. The San Francisco JACL National Headquarters will be closed during the week of the Detroit convention, with limited staff available for emergencies. Telephone messages will be taken by staff member Nao Sugiyama during designated hours.
- Pvt. Ben Frank Masaoka Scholarship Awarded to Chicago Chapter Candidate, by P.C. Staff, page 4. The chapter candidate selected for the Masaoka scholarship is named along with other scholarship winners. The awards were presented as part of the national scholarship program.
Commentary
- Keep Membership Informed, by Dr. David Minra, page 1. Dr. David Minra, secretary to the National Board, urges chapters to keep members informed about proposed constitutional amendments being debated at the convention. He argues that broader membership understanding strengthens active participation in the decision-making process.
- President Johnson May Sign Civil Rights Omnibus July 4, by Mike Masaoka, page 1. Mike Masaoka reports on Senate action on the civil rights omnibus bill, including the successful cloture vote that broke a long filibuster. He expects the measure to be signed shortly after final Senate passage.
- Second Thoughts, by Jack Mayeda, page 2. Jack Mayeda offers personal reflections on JACL affairs and the direction of the organization. His column touches on members’ responsibilities and the state of community leadership.
- Vagaries, by Larry Tajiri, page 3. Larry Tajiri’s column recounts encounters with Nisei traveling and working around the world, from Europe to Japan to the Americas. He observes how Japanese Americans have become a mobile, cosmopolitan group in the postwar era.
Incarceration & Redress
- PSWDC Proposals to Defeat Housing Initiative Based on Fair Housing Campaign, by P.C. Staff, page 1. The Pacific Southwest JACL District Council civil rights committee outlines plans to oppose the California housing initiative through public education, chapter campaigns, and coalition work. Proposed actions include printed brochures, youth events, and community outreach.
Military & Veterans
- Kuroki Honored for Wartime Service and Civil Rights Leadership, by Tom D. Endo, page 1. Former 442nd combat pilot Kuroki is recognized for his World War II record and his later postwar work fighting prejudice in America. He will be honored at the Biennial National JACL Convention for his contributions.
Arts & Entertainment
- Nisei Artist Tajiri Exhibits Sculpture in London and Europe, by P.C. Staff, page 3. Isamu Tajiri’s sculpture exhibition in London receives favorable notice in the Times and Evening Standard. The show runs through July 18 before he moves on to Sweden to prepare another exhibition.
Community
- Canada Treatment of Evacuees Criticized by Prime Minister Pearson, by P.C. Staff, page 3. Canadian Prime Minister Pearson acknowledged that Canada has no reason to be proud of its treatment of Japanese Canadians during World War II. He noted that more than 21,000 people of Japanese origin were affected by the wartime evacuation.
- Many Chapters Honor Local Area Graduates, by P.C. Staff, page 4. Several JACL chapters recognized local high school and college graduates with awards and scholarship presentations. Honorees and chapter events are listed across the region.
Thank you for exploring the Pacific Citizen archive. The title, introduction and contents on this page were written by an AI model from scans of the printed issue, so they may contain mistakes. If you spot one, we would be grateful if you let us know.