Vol. 60, No. 7, February 12, 1965. 4 pages. View this issue
A resolution from the California Young Republicans convention was the lead story of this four-page issue. It attacked Chief Justice Earl Warren for his support of Japanese American incarceration in 1942, and the group’s resolutions committee softened it by rejecting a demand that Warren apologize. Elsewhere on the front page, Pierre Berton criticized Canadian churches for apathy on racial equality, and Rep. Patsy Takemoto Mink spoke to the Washington, D.C. JACL installation dinner about community responsibility.
Columns looked back at the war years. Bill Hosokawa used Captain Queeg of The Caine Mutiny to imagine a novel about the military leaders who pushed for the 1942 forced removal, and Dr. Bev Murata reviewed the documentary Nisei: The Pride & the Shame, which covers the 442nd and the incarceration. Elmer Ogawa wrote about repealing Washington’s Alien Land Law. Chapter news includes new officers, a leaflet urging use of “Nisei” instead of a slur, and the agenda for the National JACL Board’s February 19 to 21 meeting.
What’s in this issue
National
- Warren’s 1942 Stand Demanding Evacuation Hit, by P.C. Staff, page 1. The California Young Republicans convention passed a resolution attacking Chief Justice Earl Warren for his support of Japanese American incarceration in 1942. The resolution was softened in committee, which rejected a demand for Warren to apologize.
- Canada Author Hits Churches on Racial Issues, by P.C. Staff, page 1. Canadian author Pierre Berton criticized Anglican and Protestant churches in Canada for apathy on racial equality. He cited Canada’s wartime treatment of Japanese Canadians as an example of injustice.
JACL
- Assume Community Responsibility, by Mack Watanabe, page 1. Rep. Patsy Takemoto Mink of Hawaii addressed the Washington, D.C. JACL installation dinner, urging Nisei and Sansei to assume responsibility for community welfare. She emphasized equal opportunity and the duty of younger generations to shape the country’s future.
- Interim Meeting Agenda Released for Feb. 19-21, by P.C. Staff, page 2. The National JACL Board’s interim session in Los Angeles will address financial reports, legislative matters, and a proposal letting chapters keep $5 of each 1000 Club membership dues. The agenda also covers nominations for the 1968 biennial convention.
- Nisei Politician Quits After 6 Years in Office, by P.C. Staff, page 4. Tak Toyo, a Nisei councilman in Cheston, British Columbia, retired from office after six years due to business commitments. He had served as council chairman and was honored by his colleagues.
Community
- Atorney Kasama Heads Fremont JACL, by Ken A. Tashiro, page 1. Attorney Frank Kasama was installed as Fremont JACL president at a dinner in January. Dr. Tom Tabata gave the principal address on health.
- Membership Award and Youth Foundation Visit, by P.C. Staff, page 1. Local JACL chapters reported membership achievements and youth participation in a government operations program. Several chapters installed new officers at recent dinners.
- JACL Publishes Public Relations Leaflet to Urge Use of ‘Nisei’ Instead of ‘Jap’, by P.C. Staff, page 1. A JACL public relations leaflet asks Americans to stop using the word ‘Jap’ and to use ‘Nisei’ instead. The leaflet was prepared by the national public relations committee chaired by Akiji Yoshimura.
- Alan Kumamoto Named PSW Youth Coordinator, by P.C. Staff, page 1. Alan Kumamoto, an active Hollywood JACLer, was appointed Pacific Southwest youth coordinator by regional director Isaac Matsushige. He will help organize a Junior JACL in San Diego.
- Tatsuno Picked Aurora Resident Man of Year, by P.C. Staff, page 3. Tatsuno was selected as the Aurora resident of the year in a community recognition. The short news item reports on local honors and chapter activities.
Commentary
- Nisei and Sansei Traits Noted by Psychologist, by P.C. Staff, page 1. A psychologist speaking at a Redwood JACL installation dinner in Los Angeles discussed the characteristics of Nisei and Sansei. The talk emphasized the leadership these generations are expected to provide.
- A Backward Glance, by Guest Columnist, page 2. A guest columnist reflects on the 1942 evacuation and the failure of public institutions to protect citizens’ rights. The column draws parallels to wartime decision-making.
- Chapter with a Heart Nice & Respectable, by Ken Kuroiwa, page 2. A letter writer questions whether the term ‘respectable’ has lost its meaning in JACL circles and calls for more genuine community participation. The letter refers to past controversies within the organization.
- Northwest Picture: To Repeal Alien Land Law, by Elmer Ogawa, page 2. A column on the campaign to repeal the Washington Alien Land Law discusses its history and the JACL’s role. It urges community support for the effort.
- From the Frying Pan, by Bill Hosokawa, page 3. Hosokawa uses the fictional Captain Queeg from The Caine Mutiny as a framework to imagine a novel about Pacific Coast military leaders before the 1942 evacuation. The piece satirizes how fear and suspicion led to mass incarceration.
- The Sun, by Dr. Seikoh Wada, page 3. A column by Dr. Seikoh Wada offers reflections on daily life and community concerns. The piece addresses issues facing Japanese Americans.
Military & Veterans
- Nisei: The Pride & the Shame, by Dr. Bev Murata, page 2. A review of the documentary on Nisei soldiers and the wartime incarceration examines how the film was received. The writer discusses the film’s presentation of the 442nd and the internment era.
Incarceration & Redress
- Tokyo High Court Rejects Ex-Canadian Repatriate’s Evacuation Claim, by P.C. Staff, page 3. The Tokyo High Court rejected a claim by a former Canadian seeking compensation for evacuation. The ruling was reported in the National news section.
Arts & Entertainment
- Nisei Upholstering and Local Business Advertisements, by P.C. Staff, page 4. This section covers local community business announcements and cultural events. Coverage includes kabuki theater and film screenings in Los Angeles.
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