Vol. 60, No. 18, April 30, 1965. 6 pages. View this issue
Migratory farm labor ran through the front page of this six-page issue. Senator Daniel Inouye sponsored bills on migratory farm labor, including a gradual rise in the farm minimum wage and a national advisory council. Changes to the JACL-CDS plan were also announced because many elderly members had enrolled. The effective date was set for June 1, and the enrollment deadline was extended to May 15. The Southern California committee for the Congressman Walter Memorial Fund reported $1,603 raised locally, with gifts from Hawaii and elsewhere.
Over 20 Nisei candidates won school board seats across California on April 20. Mike Masaoka’s Washington Newsletter previewed the PSWDC convention and looked at immigration and civil rights legislation. Columns by Ted Tamagita and Harry K. Honda considered what citizenship means and how JACL might draw active members. Page 3 covers Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and a proposed farm bill’s effect on rice prices.
What’s in this issue
Community
- Modifications for JACL-CDS Plan Revealed, by P.C. Staff, page 1. Changes to the JACL-CDS plan were made due to many elderly enrollments, with the effective date set for June 1. The enrollment deadline was extended to May 15.
- $483 more acknowledged for Walter Fund as L.A. committee’s share nears $2,000, by P.C. Staff, page 1. The Southern California JACL Committee for the Congressman Walter Memorial Fund acknowledged $483 from more contributors, bringing the local committee’s total to $1,603. Contributions also came from Hawaii and other areas.
- Form Committee to Aid Immigrants to Canada, by P.C. Staff, page 1. The Toronto Japanese Canadian Citizens Association formed a committee to assist Japanese immigrants to Canada. The committee was established to help newcomers with settlement.
- Californians elect school board members, by P.C. Staff, page 1. Over 20 Nisei candidates were elected or reelected in school board elections held across California on April 20. Several incumbents retained their seats in district and city school trustee races.
- Andy Miyamoto pols homer for Ahead, by P.C. Staff, page 5. Local sports coverage reports on a baseball homer hit during a community league game. The article provides game highlights.
National
- Judge Rejects Libel Charge Dismissal, by P.C. Staff, page 1. A Los Angeles Superior Court judge rejected a motion to dismiss a libel charge involving an affidavit allegedly executed by a senator. The judge ruled the affidavit was not a thorough or careful examination of the facts.
- Inouye sponsors bills dealing with migratory labor, by P.C. Staff, page 1. Senator Daniel Inouye sponsored several bills addressing migratory farm labor, including a gradual increase in the minimum wage for farm workers. The legislation also proposes a national advisory council on migratory farm labor.
- Vice President Speaker urges labor to assist minority citizens to overcome handicap of bias in job discrimination, by P.C. Staff, page 3. The Vice President urged labor unions to help minority citizens overcome job discrimination under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Title VII takes effect July 2, 1965, covering employers and labor organizations.
- Proposed farm bill would raise cost of rice 5c per pound, by P.C. Staff, page 3. A proposed farm bill would raise rice prices by five cents per pound, affecting housewives. Critics argue the measure provides no aid to farmers.
- Project to house migrant farm laborers under poverty program stalled, by P.C. Staff, page 3. A federal project to house migrant farm laborers under the poverty program has stalled. The delay affects efforts to improve conditions for farm workers.
Arts & Entertainment
- Pianist and violinist Ruth Hiroto performs with orchestra, by P.C. Staff, page 1. A Nisei musician performed as violinist and pianist with the Glendale Symphony and Los Angeles Symphonia. The article profiles the performer’s career and touring plans.
Commentary
- Washington Newsletter, by Mike Masaoka, page 2. Masaoka previews the PSWDC convention and discusses congressional activity on immigration and civil rights legislation. He notes ongoing debate on the voting rights bill and related Senate matters.
- Hats Off to Hard-Core JACLers, by P.C. Staff, page 2. The writer pays tribute to dedicated chapter members who sustain JACL chapters week after week. The piece honors the volunteers who form the backbone of the organization.
- What Means to Be an American Citizen, by Ted Tamagita, page 5. The author reflects on the meaning of American citizenship and the rights and responsibilities it carries. The piece emphasizes the importance of civic participation.
- Let’s Remedy a Defect, by Harry K. Honda, page 5. The writer argues that the JACL struggles to attract active members because it fails to address broader social issues. The author suggests the organization pursue pressing community needs to attract dynamic members.
Military & Veterans
- Pasadenan minutes away from bombing of U.S. embassy in Saigon recalls incident, by P.C. Staff, page 3. A Pasadena resident recounts being minutes away from a bombing of the U.S. embassy in Saigon. The incident underscores the dangers faced by Americans in Vietnam.
Obituaries
- Issei developed famous Utah celery, by P.C. Staff, page 3. A tribute recounts the early Issei pioneer who developed a famous celery variety in Utah. The article describes the careful selection of seed by the early farmers.
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