Vol. 60, No. 16, April 16, 1965. 6 pages. View this issue
JACL district councils and chapters were urged to push the Walter memorial fund drive in the lead story by Allan Beekman. Civil rights ran through the rest of the front page and beyond: a report on a private club’s liquor license being at risk over racial discrimination, and an order from President Johnson ending bias in federal employment. Sen. Hiram L. Fong wrote on why a strong federal voting law mattered, and a column asked Junior JACL chapters to take on civil rights projects.
Other items include $7,500 in scholarships for Nisei prep graduates in Colorado, a Columbia Pictures film premiering in Los Angeles on May 7 as a benefit for the Tajiri Memorial, and a call for sister state ties between California and Osaka. The editor’s desk looked at the Secretary of Labor and farm labor policy, and chapter news came from Venice-Culver and Santa Maria Valley.
What’s in this issue
JACL
- District Councils, Chapters Urged to Push Walter Memorial Fund Drive, by Allan Beekman, page 1. JACL district councils and chapters are being urged to promote the Walter memorial fund drive. The campaign seeks broad community participation to honor the late leader.
- Junior JACL Activities in Civil Rights, by P.C. Staff, page 3. The column suggests Junior JACL chapters take on civil rights projects in their communities. It urges the JACL to make civil rights a meaningful priority.
- Venice-Culver JACL Chapter Call Board Will Join Chapter, by P.C. Staff, page 4. The Venice-Culver JACL chapter reports its board will join for a meeting. Chapter business and upcoming activities were outlined.
National
- Private Club Liquor License May Be Revoked by Race Bias, by P.C. Staff, page 1. A private club’s liquor license may be revoked if it is found to practice racial discrimination. The report covers the legal implications of race bias in such establishments.
- Nisei Union Leader Resigns After 19 Years, by P.C. Staff, page 1. A longtime Nisei union leader has resigned after nineteen years of service. The departure marks the end of a long tenure in labor leadership.
- Strong Voting Law Imperative to Assure Preservation of Democracy, by Sen. Hiram L. Fong, page 2. Senator Fong argues that strong federal voting rights legislation is essential to protect the rights of Black Americans. He backs measures to eliminate literacy tests and expand federal examiners.
- Buddhism and Democracy Are Tuned to the Same Chord, by P.C. Staff, page 3. A feature examines the compatibility of Buddhist teachings with democratic principles. It explores how faith traditions support civic values in American life.
- President Johnson Orders Halt to Bias in Federal Employment, by P.C. Staff, page 3. President Johnson issued an order ending racial discrimination and quotas in federal employment. The directive sets new guidelines for equal opportunity hiring.
- Bank Continues to Push Equal Employment Plan, by P.C. Staff, page 3. A bank continues promoting its equal employment plan to expand opportunities for minorities. The plan sets hiring goals and training commitments.
Community
- $7,500 in Scholarships Offered to Nisei Prep Graduates in Colorado, by P.C. Staff, page 1. Scholarships totaling $7,500 are being offered to Nisei preparatory school graduates in Colorado. The awards aim to support students pursuing higher education.
- Chicago CL Hospital Money Plan in Effect, by P.C. Staff, page 1. A credit union hospital money plan has taken effect in Chicago. The plan offers members financial assistance for medical expenses.
- Sister State Ties for Calif.-Osaka Asked, by P.C. Staff, page 1. A proposal calls for establishing a sister state relationship between California and Osaka. Supporters argue the ties would strengthen cultural and economic exchange.
- Tooru Kitazawa Undergoes Surgery at Kuakini Hospital, by P.C. Staff, page 1. A community member underwent surgery at Kuakini Hospital in Honolulu. Details of the procedure and recovery were reported.
- Issei Seem to Enjoy Reminiscing with JHP, by P.C. Staff, page 2. Issei participants in a Japanese Historical Project oral history interview enjoy sharing their memories. Local interviewers in Chicago describe the sessions.
- Dr. Takahashi Loses in First Election for Berkeley Council, by P.C. Staff, page 3. Dr. Takahashi was defeated in his first bid for a seat on the Berkeley city council. The race drew attention to Nisei political participation.
- Jr. JACL Float Late for Judging, by P.C. Staff, page 4. A Junior JACL parade float arrived late and missed judging at a community event. Organizers described the setback.
- Santa Maria Valley JACL Dinner Meeting, by P.C. Staff, page 4. The Santa Maria Valley JACL chapter announces a dinner meeting for members. Details about the program were included.
Arts & Entertainment
- Columbia Pictures’ Film to Have World Premiere Here May 7 as Benefit for Tajiri Memorial, by P.C. Staff, page 1. A Columbia Pictures film will premiere in Los Angeles on May 7 as a benefit for the Tajiri Memorial. Proceeds support the memorial fund honoring the late Tajiri.
Military & Veterans
- Japanese Lang Camp and Mil Workers Ups Day Honolulu, by P.C. Staff, page 1. Honolulu marked a day honoring Japanese language school and military intelligence workers. The observance recognized their wartime contributions.
Commentary
- Ye Editor’s Desk: The Secretary of Labor, by P.C. Staff, page 2. The editorial examines the history of the U.S. Secretary of Labor and the revolution in farm labor policy under W. Willard Wirtz. It argues that ending reliance on imported farm labor reshapes American agriculture and labor standards.
- Blue Cross: Why So Many JACL Members Prefer It, by P.C. Staff, page 2. This advertisement-style piece explains why JACL members choose Blue Cross health coverage. It highlights benefits for travelers and hospital coverage.
- Tanner Lecture of Lost Freedom in America, by P.C. Staff, page 3. A commentary reflects on threats to civil liberties and the importance of constitutional protections. It calls on readers to remain vigilant.
- Inside Olympia: Washington State Legislature Civil Rights Bill, by P.C. Staff, page 4. A report on Washington State legislative efforts includes a civil rights bill and its progress through committees. It details the political maneuvering behind the measure.
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