Vol. 61, No. 6, August 6, 1965. 6 pages. View this issue
Civil rights and equal opportunity ran through the front page of this six-page issue. One story covered planning for a White House conference on equal employment opportunity and the part JACL members played in preparing for it. Another reported a Chicago survey by the Anti-Defamation chapter that found many apartment owners refused to rent to Nisei applicants. Allan Beekman wrote about the Hawaii Times, a Japanese-language daily in Honolulu, as it marked its 70th year, and Y. Wada spoke to the NC-WNDC gathering about the future of young Japanese Americans.
Inside, Frank Miyamoto traced the history of strawberry growing by Japanese farmers in the White River Valley, and Mike Masaoka wrote his Washington Newsletter. Alan Kumamoto’s Accent on Youth column reported on youth councils. Nisei Week plans, a Venice-Culver Dodger night, 35 chapters reaching record membership and a first installment of a bilingual family study fill the rest.
What’s in this issue
National
- Federal Government Urged to Expand Equal Employment Opportunity Work Sessions, by P.C. Staff, page 1. The article describes national planning for a White House conference on equal employment opportunity and JACL participation. It notes that JACL members were active in preparing for the successful work session.
Community
- Venice-Culver Jr. JACL to Host PSWDC’s First Social, by P.C. Staff, page 1. The Venice-Culver Junior JACL chapter plans its first social for Pacific Southwest District Council members. Details of the event are provided for attendees.
- Apartments Outside Minority Section Won’t Rent to Nisei, by P.C. Staff, page 1. A survey by the Anti-Defamation chapter in Chicago found that many apartment owners refused to rent to Nisei applicants. The findings point to discrimination in housing outside designated minority areas.
- Future of Youth Is Our Own Making, Y. Wada Says, by P.C. Staff, page 1. California Youth Authority member Y. Wada addressed the NC-WNDC gathering on the future of young Japanese Americans. He urged community members to take responsibility for shaping youth outcomes.
- Nisei Veterans Post Plans Annual Event, by P.C. Staff, page 3. A veterans post announces plans for its annual Nisei Week event. Program details and participation information are given.
- Hollywood JACL Nisei Week Activities, by P.C. Staff, page 4. The Hollywood JACL chapter reports on its Nisei Week activities and queen candidate. Members are encouraged to participate in upcoming events.
- Alameda Efforts Praised, by P.C. Staff, page 4. The Alameda chapter’s youth and adult efforts are praised for their contributions to community programs. The article highlights the chapter’s successful projects.
- Venice-Culver Extravaganza a Success, by P.C. Staff, page 4. The Venice-Culver JACL chapter held a successful Dodger baseball night with over 8,000 attendees. The event is described as a new fundraising and community history milestone.
- 35 Chapters Reach All-Time High Membership, by P.C. Staff, page 5. JACL reports that 35 chapters have reached an all-time high in membership. Chapter names are listed to recognize their achievement.
- Foreign-Born Japanese Charges Economic Discrimination in Ontario, by P.C. Staff, page 5. A foreign-born Japanese resident in Ontario alleges economic discrimination in a local business matter. The case is reported with details of the complaint.
- Watsonville Nisei Raise $40,000 for New Community Hospital Building Fund, by P.C. Staff, page 6. The Watsonville Japanese American community raised $40,000 toward a new community hospital building. The article credits the generosity of local Nisei families.
- Nishi Hongwanji Bids for New Temple Site, by P.C. Staff, page 6. Nishi Hongwanji temple in Sacramento seeks a new site for its building. The article covers the temple’s membership and plans.
In-Depth
- Hawaii Times Surmounts Harassment to Celebrate 70th Year, by Allan Beekman, page 1. The Hawaii Times, a Japanese-language daily in Honolulu, marks its 70th anniversary with a special edition. The paper has survived harassment and continues to serve readers with news, features and human interest stories.
- History Project: White River Valley ‘Meibutsu’ Berries, by Frank Miyamoto, page 2. Miyamoto traces the history of strawberry cultivation in the White River Valley by Japanese farmers. He describes the cultivation techniques and the early role of Japanese growers in the region.
- Puyallup Valley’s Strawberry Rhubarb, by P.C. Staff, page 2. The Puyallup Valley is known for its strawberry rhubarb, a specialty crop grown by Japanese American farmers. The article describes the crop’s flavor, season and marketing.
- Bilingual Family Study, Part 1, by P.C. Staff, page 6. The first installment of a study examines language use in a bilingual Japanese American household. It describes how parents and children switch between Japanese and English.
Commentary
- Washington Newsletter, by Mike Masaoka, page 2. Masaoka reflects on the lessons of the world wars and the responsibility of Americans to preserve democratic ideals. He calls for continued civil rights advocacy.
- Accent on Youth, by Alan Kumamoto, page 4. National Youth Director Alan Kumamoto reports on youth council activities and chapter efforts across the country. He encourages more youth involvement in JACL programs.
- Why Should I Fly Canadian Pacific?, page 5. This promotional piece is an advertisement and is included only for completeness. It describes flight routes and fares.
Military & Veterans
- Hawaii Nisei Veterans Honored at Annual Reunion, by P.C. Staff, page 3. Veterans gathered in Hawaii for their annual reunion and remembrance events. The article recounts their service and contributions.
- Hisei Scoutmaster Given VFW Scholarship, by Ken Kurotsu, page 6. A Nisei scoutmaster receives a VFW scholarship for advanced scout training. The award recognizes his service to youth in Chicago.
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