Vol. 64, No. 5, February 3, 1967. 8 pages. View this issue
Fair housing led this eight-page issue. Harry Honda reported on a proposal by Kennard to replace the Rumford Fair Housing Act with a law that separates public-market sales from the private disposal of property. In Washington, Mike Masaoka wrote that the Senate failed to invoke cloture on a Rule 22 amendment aimed at filibusters. National President Jerry Enomoto described how San Jose JACL honored non-Japanese residents who aided Japanese Americans during the forced removal.
Elsewhere, a news item covered Tule Lake and a booklet arguing that former camps could be reused in an emergency. William M. Marutani was admitted to practice before the U.S. Supreme Court. The issue also carried installation dinners in Washington, D.C. and Alameda, youth columns by Alan Kumamoto and Russ Obana, and Rep. Spark Matsunaga’s four-year House term resolution.
What’s in this issue
National
- New Approach on Fair Housing Law Detailed, by Harry Honda, page 1. Kennard proposes a replacement for the Rumford Fair Housing Act that distinguishes public-market sales from private disposal of property. The article argues the Rumford Act failed because it conflated the two and invited opposition from California real estate interests.
- Tule Lake Still Leased to U.S., Says N.Y. Writer, by P.C. Staff, page 1. Charles R. Allen Jr.’s booklet argues former WWII camps could be reused for detention in an emergency. The article reports on his claims about federal detention warrants and the continuing federal lease on the Tule Lake site.
- Rule 22 Failure, by Mike Masaoka, page 2. Masaoka reports that the Senate failed to invoke cloture on a proposed Rule 22 amendment that would allow three-fifths to end filibusters. He reviews the vote shifts and the JACL position supporting majority-based cloture.
- California Farm Reporter Amazed by Japan’s Modern Techniques, by Henry Schacht, page 8. A San Francisco Chronicle farm reporter describes rapid mechanization and intensive cultivation in Japanese agriculture on a return visit. He notes the shrinking farm population and rising yields.
- Anglo Poor Outnumber Others in Greater Southwest Area, by P.C. Staff, page 8. A UCLA study on poverty in the Southwest finds Anglo poor outnumber other groups in absolute terms but Spanish-surname families face higher poverty rates. The report criticizes statistical practices that obscure Mexican American poverty.
- 4-Year Term for U.S. Representative Sought in Matsunaga Resolution, by P.C. Staff, page 8. Rep. Spark Matsunaga reintroduced a constitutional amendment to lengthen House terms from two to four years. He argues the change would reduce the burden of constant campaigning.
Community
- San Jose Honors Those Who Helped Japanese, by Jerry Enomoto, page 1. San Jose JACL honored several non-Japanese residents who aided Japanese Americans during the evacuation, at its January installation dinner. National JACL President Jerry Enomoto recounted the honorees’ courage and noted the chapter’s history.
- California Budget Sixth Largest Among Nations, by Roland Kadonaga, page 1. Assemblyman Robert Crown addressed the Alameda JACL installation dinner on the California state budget. He also described his 1964 trip to Japan campaigning for the Liberal-Democratic Party.
- Washington JACL Installation Honors Issei-Nisei Success, by Charles Pace, page 2. The Washington, D.C. JACL installation banquet drew 219 attendees and featured Japanese Embassy counselor Shunichi Yamanaka. Yamanaka praised the Issei and Nisei achievement in America within one lifetime.
- Chapter Installations Honor Local Leaders, by P.C. Staff, page 3. Several JACL chapters across the country held installation events and awards in late January and early February. The roundup lists new officers and honors for chapters including Contra Costa, Mile-Hi, and Sacramento.
Military & Veterans
- Marutani Admitted to Practice Before U.S. Supreme Court, by P.C. Staff, page 1. William M. Marutani, National JACL legal counsel, was admitted to practice before the Supreme Court on motion of the Solicitor General. The article notes his firm’s earlier connection to the Hirabayashi case.
- Weeks in Japan for a Seabrook Lass, by Cicely Sturges, page 7. Tish Oye, a Vineland High School senior, describes her summer trip to Japan visiting relatives and universities. The piece covers her observations on rural life, school customs, and Japanese food.
Commentary
- Someone Cares, by Alan Kumamoto, page 5. Kumamoto follows up on questions about Nisei and Sansei concerns and discusses youth council activities. He reports on upcoming Youth Work Manual and Advisor’s Handbook projects.
- Two Replies, by Russ Obana, page 5. Obana responds to feedback from National Youth Council members about communication and program goals within Jr. JACL. He describes the National Committees and monthly communication efforts.
- P & A Handbook, by Emi Somekawa, page 6. The National Program and Activities Committee proposes a handbook of outstanding chapter programs to share across JACL. Somekawa outlines the distribution of responsibilities and the planned clearinghouse function.
- Ohioan Complains of Nisei Resident but Gets No Help, by P.C. Staff, page 6. An Akron newspaper’s Action Line column responded to a reader’s complaint about a Japanese American neighbor by citing Japanese American community achievements. The reply stresses low crime rates and educational attainment.
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