Vol. 82, No. 12, March 26, 1976. 4 pages. View this issue
Two writers took opposite sides of a television film in this four-page issue. Frank Chin argued that the NBC film Farewell to Manzanar distorted Japanese American history and culture, and he held up Go for Broke as the more accurate picture. Henry Tanaka, a former JACL president, called for a restructured National Board and a new dues system. On page 2, Grayce Uyehara and Bill Hosokawa paid tribute to Mas Satow, the former JACL national director, whose funeral drew 143 honorary pallbearers.
Also inside: details of the registration package for the 24th Biennial JACL National Convention in Sacramento, June 21-26, 1976, and Gail Nishioka’s farewell column as JACL youth director. Michi Weglyn and Prof. Roger Daniels questioned why the New York press largely ignored President Ford’s rescinding of Executive Order 9066. Other items covered the Wendy Yoshimura case, a San Francisco study of mixed marriage, and plans for a Military Intelligence Service veterans reunion.
What’s in this issue
Community
- Convention registration package detailed, by P.C. Staff, page 1. The registration package for the 24th Biennial JACL National Convention in Sacramento, June 21-26, 1976, will soon be mailed to chapters. It includes registration forms, hotel information, event pricing, and refund details.
- Fremont JACL, by P.C. Staff, page 1. The Fremont JACL chapter describes its activities, including community awareness, cultural education programs, and fundraising events. Its leaders and members are involved in local school and civic efforts.
- Mixed marriage rate among Japanese in San Francisco still 6 out of 10, by By GLENN OMATSU, page 1. An analysis of Hokubei Mainichi marriage records shows that 62 percent of Japanese marriages in San Francisco in 1975 were interracial. The rate has risen steadily since 1958, when it was 25 percent.
Commentary
- Go for Broke vs. Farewell to Manzanar, by By FRANK CHIN, page 1. Frank Chin criticizes the NBC television film Farewell to Manzanar for distorting Japanese American history and culture while praising the film Go for Broke as a more accurate depiction. He argues that Hollywood portrayals of Asian Americans have long been distorted.
- Nishioka: Young people and JACL, by Gail Nishioka, page 3. JACL youth director Gail Nishioka, announcing her resignation, reflects on the values she hopes were passed to young people, especially commitment to civil and human rights. She urges JACL to continue setting an example for youth.
JACL
- Appraising JACL: a Need for Change, by By HENRY TANAKA, page 1. Former JACL president Henry Tanaka argues that the organization has become ineffective and unresponsive to its membership. He proposes restructuring the National Board, committees, and dues system to make JACL more representative and accountable.
Incarceration & Redress
- Wendy’s attorney question search warrants, by P.C. Staff, page 1. Court hearings in the Wendy Yoshimura case examined the legality of search warrants used against a Berkeley garage allegedly storing explosives and weapons. Defense attorneys challenged police testimony on warrant procedures under the Fourth Amendment.
National
- Lockheed scandal affects Nisei role in Japan, by By BARRY SAIKI, page 1. The Lockheed bribery scandal has drawn attention to the role of Nisei interpreters and intermediaries in Japanese business and government. The article traces the history of Nisei linguists from World War II through the postwar occupation and modern interpreting practices.
- EO 9066 repeal not noted in N.Y. press, by Michi Weglyn, page 4. Michi Weglyn and Prof. Roger Daniels criticize the New York press for largely ignoring President Ford’s 1976 proclamation rescinding Executive Order 9066. They note it was a significant symbolic acknowledgment that the wartime evacuation was wrong.
Obituaries
- Good night, Sweet Prince, by By GRAYCE UYEHARA, page 2. Grayce Uyehara pays tribute to Mas Satow, former JACL national director, recalling his dedication to growing the organization and serving chapters. She describes his personal sacrifices, his handmade citation scrolls, and his lifelong commitment to Japanese Americans.
- Friends of Mas Satow, by Bill Hosokawa, page 2. Bill Hosokawa remembers Mas Satow as a man who made friends across the country and abroad, evidenced by the 143 honorary pallbearers at his funeral. Hosokawa recounts an exchange with Sacramento Bee editor Charles McClatchy about the family’s historical role in anti-Japanese agitation.
In-Depth
- Hearst-Yoshimura trials, by P.C. Staff, page 2. The article discusses the Hearst-Yoshimura trials and the media’s coverage of the case involving Wendy Yoshimura. It comments on press treatment and public understanding of Japanese Americans.
Military & Veterans
- MIS reunion set for July 17-19, by P.C. Staff, page 4. The Twin Cities Military Intelligence Service veterans reunion will take place July 17-19 as a prelude to the Chicago Nisei Veterans Reunion. The schedule includes a tour of MIS sites, a garden dedication, and a banquet.
- Washington Visitation, by P.C. Staff, page 4. A local committee chaired by Mike Masaoka is arranging a Washington, D.C. visit for Nisei veterans after the Chicago reunion. The program is scheduled for July 27-28 with limited accommodations.
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